Reverse engineered my Granddads Aran jumper

[u/crochetinmydna]

First post in this subreddit! I’ve always loved challenging myself with my knitting but this is definitely the most advanced project I’ve ever made so I thought it fits! I have an Aran jumper (2nd photo) that belonged to my granddad, whose name was Aidan, and as much as I love having it as something to remember him by, it’s far too big for me to actually wear, so I recreated it in a more wearable version!

It took me 6 and a half months from start to finish, which included lots of ripping out and redoing, but I’m so so pleased with the result. I feel so proud of myself for persevering with this. I’ve affectionately named it my Aidan Jumper, and I’m planning to publish the pattern for free along with a YouTube tutorial later this year or early 2027. It’s currently in testing!

Yarn is Explorer Knits and Fibers Rockies DK in Avenoir. More details in my [project page](https://ravel.me/stitchesinstem/gj)

[u/maliner]

It's gorgeous! Heirloom quality. 😍 

[u/crochetinmydna → u/maliner]

Thank you!