Icelandic yarn

Known for its natural color palette of white, brown and similar earthy shades, Icelandic yarn is also available in a wide range of other beautiful colors such as red, pink, blue, green, mustard yellow and small that can be combined in countless ways. Whether you're dreaming of a classic sweater in neutral shades or a colorful and modern design, Icelandic wool gives you the best conditions to create a unique and personal knitting project. Its unique combination makes the yarn warm, breathable and durable. Here at Kreativgarn.dk you'll find a wide selection of beautiful Icelandic yarn to bring your knitting ideas to life.

Icelandic yarn

Most people in the Nordic countries are familiar with Icelandic sweaters, and these sweaters are as popular now as they were in the 60s and 70s. Icelandic yarn manufacturer Istex is one of the major suppliers of Icelandic wool yarn, and our range of their colorways is perfect for both traditional Icelandic patterns and more modern knitting designs. When you knit sweaters in Icelandic yarn, you get a finished sweater that will last for many years. The yarn also has a slight water repellency that allows you to wear the sweater in all weathers due to the special composition of the fibers in Icelandic wool, which consists of both a soft, insulating undercoat and a more robust topcoat.


Types of Icelandic yarn

Here you will find the popular Lettlopi and Alafoss Lopi from Istex. Lettlopi is knitted on 4 - 4.5 mm needles and is perfect for sweaters for indoor use and as an extra layer under winter coats. The lightweight structure also makes it ideal for cardigans, hats, mittens and shawls where you want warmth without feeling weighed down by a heavy layer of clothing. Alafoss Lopi is twice as thick and is knitted on 6-7 mm needles. It works well as an outdoor sweater and provides maximum warmth on cold days. With its dense and rich texture, this yarn is particularly suitable for knits that need to withstand harsh cold weather conditions. Both types of Icelandic yarn can be felted, making them perfect for slippers, mittens or bags where you want a firm and durable result.