Gorm Slipover
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Detail
Sizes: (0-3 months) 3-6 months (6-9 months) 1 year (2 years)
Total length: approx. (24) 27 (31) 34 (37) cm, measured from centre of shoulder
Half chest circumference: approx. (23) 25 (27) 29 (31) cm
Amount of yarn: Main colour: (50) precisely 50 (100) 100 (100) g + 3 contrasting colours (each approx. 3-5 g/ colour. If you use only 1 contrasting colour, you’ll need approx. 10 – 15 g)
Recommended needles: Circular needle 3 mm (40 & possibly 60 cm), circular needle 2,5 mm (40 cm), dpns 2,5 mm.
Recommended yarn: Merino, Cotton Merino, Pure Silk by Knitting for Olive (250 m/ 50 g)
Gauge: 28 stitches x 38 rows in stockinette stitch on needle 3 mm = 10 x 10 cm
Gorm Slipover is a classic and timeless slipover that is worked top down in stockinette stitch. At the body, a pattern with 3 contrasting colours is worked, using the fair isle technique. Ribbings at body, armholes and neckline are worked, before they are finished with double face and bound off with the tubular method.
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Customer Reviews
Ann*******King
From school drop-off to backyard play to dinner at Grandma’s—it’s been on constant rotation. The knit is thick enough to block wind but thin enough to not overheat indoors. Elastic-free cuffs and hem mean no red marks or rolling. And yes—I also bought another color (navy) because the first one looked so good on my son. Super impressed with durability AND charm. Plus, their packaging is recyclable and sweetly branded. Feels like shopping with care.
Miss*********gros
Cute and comfy—my daughter loves the texture and says it 'hugs her arms.' Fit runs slightly small (we sized up, and it’s now perfect). Wore it to her birthday party—got tons of compliments! Only hiccup: tracking said delivered, but porch cam showed it sat outside for 6 hours in drizzle. Package was fine, but fabric got a faint water spot (washed out easily). Still love it—just wish delivery were more precise.
Miss **********kert
Honestly? I bought one—and then immediately went back for two more colors. That’s how good it is. The drape is lovely, not stiff or boxy; it moves with him while he climbs, jumps, and zooms. No static cling, no weird chemical smell out of the package. Arrived in 3 days, packed neatly with zero plastic waste. Feels like something you’d get from a boutique—not mass-market. So happy.
Prof.***********anahan
Super soft, lightweight, and perfect for layering during unpredictable spring weather. My daughter wore it biking to the park—breathable enough to not overheat, snug enough to keep her warm. Color faded *just a tiny bit* after first wash (used gentle cycle), but still looks fresh. Shipping was prompt, and the box had cute stickers inside—little touches matter!
Mrs.*********Moen
This slipover made our chaotic morning routine 30% calmer. My 3-year-old picked it herself ('Blue one! Like sky!'), and it stayed put all day—no riding up, no twisting. The quality? Seriously impressive—no pilling, no loose threads, and the seams are flat-stitched so no chafing. Got it in 3 business days. Already ordered the charcoal gray. Worth every penny.
Dr. *********ibson
Adorable on my toddler—great length for her long torso, and the sleeves hit right at her wrists (no drowning-in-sleeves!). Fabric is breathable but warm enough for AC-heavy daycare. Only reason it's not 5 stars? Took 5 days to arrive (still within estimate), and the mustard color is *slightly* less vibrant than online—but honestly, it looks even better in person.
Dr.*******Mraz
My son wore this nonstop for a week—even slept in it once (don’t tell his pediatrician 🙃). The fit is just right: room to grow but not baggy, and the neckline doesn’t scratch his neck. Colors are true to screen, and the ribbed texture feels premium, not cheap-knit. Ordered on Tuesday, arrived Thursday. Customer service even sent a handwritten note when I asked about matching joggers. 10/10.
Aly*******rar
So soft and cozy—the moment my 4-year-old slipped it on, she did a little spin and yelled 'I'm a cloud!' 😂 Perfect for chilly preschool mornings. The knit holds up beautifully after three washes (yes, I checked the tag—machine wash cold, tumble dry low). Shipped super fast—got it in 2 days! Love that it layers so well over tees or under a light jacket.