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Ístex hf. Völuteigur 6 / 270 MosfellsbærTel.: +354 566 6300 / Fax: +354 566 7330
E-mail: [email protected] / www.istex.is www.istex.is
874 A.D.Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Since they first settled on this North Atlantic island, Icelanders have been engaged in a relentless
struggle with the rugged environment in which they live. While the horse has served as transport
and labour, sheep have been the key to the nation’s survival, providing generations of Icelanders
not only with food but also with wool as protection from the biting cold of the harsh northern
climate. Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Although the medieval sagas may have been inspired by deeds of heroism and feats of bravery,
they also tell of the activities around which daily life revolved, among them shearing, spinning
and carding – skills and crafts which became traditions and have altered little through the ages.
Two types of fibre - long & fineAs a breed, the Iceland Sheep is unique – its purity has been protected by centuries of isolation
and a total absence of contact with others. By the same token, the wool it produces has no
counterpart anywhere. Evolving over 1,100 years of exposure to the sub-Arctic climate,
Icelandic wool has a distinctive combination of inner and outer fibres. The outer fibres are long,
glossy, tough and water-resistant, while the inner ones are fine, soft and insulating, providing a
high resistance to cold. Another striking characteristic of the Iceland Sheep is its natural colours:
black, grey and brown as well as the usual white. Together, these create the distinctive look of
Icelandic knitwear, one of the best-known examples of which is the Lopi sweater.
Man & NatureTextile production techniques may have changed dramatically since the days of the early Viking
settlers, but the commitment of Icelanders to quality and tradition has not.
In our conservation-minded age, Icelandic wool is particularly appealing: it is a natural product
created on environmentally friendly principles. Nature reigns supreme throughout the manufac-
turing process. Only natural energy sources such as geo-thermal and hydroelectric power are
used in production of Icelandic wool, while the sheep from which the wool is harvested still
graze freely in summer, as they have always done, on vast tracts of virgin land.
WoolWool is purchased directly from farmers, then it is taken to our washing plant in Blönduós in the
North of Iceland, where the first stage of the process is to ensure the quality and colour of the
wool. The next stage is washing, where the use of chemicals and detergents is kept to an
absolute minimum to ensure that natural oils are preserved, leaving the wool as warm, light and
water-resistant as nature herself made it. Finally, the highest quality wool is selected for spinning
into the finest yarn before being knitted into a wide range of products. Patterns are devised by
Icelandic designers, whose reputation for imagination and ability to blend Icelandic nature and
landscape into their work has gained them international recognition.
The Natural choiceThe distinctive patterns of Icelandic knitwear are as much a part of Iceland as its mountains,
waterfalls and hot springs. Durable yet soft, strong but comfortable, Icelandic woollens are the
natural choice if you want to share in the wonders of the unique country that created them.
3 - The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
4 - Léttlopi / worsted weight yarn
5 - Plötulopi / unspun yarn
6 - Álafosslopi / bulky yarn
7 - Einband / lace weight yarn
8 - Bulkylopi / super-bulky yarn
8 - Kemba / felting wool
9 - Hosuband / worsted weight yarn
10- Pattern books
11- Useful tips / Care instructions
11- Characteristics of Icelandic wool
The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
2 3
Contents
874 A.D.Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Since they first settled on this North Atlantic island, Icelanders have been engaged in a relentless
struggle with the rugged environment in which they live. While the horse has served as transport
and labour, sheep have been the key to the nation’s survival, providing generations of Icelanders
not only with food but also with wool as protection from the biting cold of the harsh northern
climate. Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Although the medieval sagas may have been inspired by deeds of heroism and feats of bravery,
they also tell of the activities around which daily life revolved, among them shearing, spinning
and carding – skills and crafts which became traditions and have altered little through the ages.
Two types of fibre - long & fineAs a breed, the Iceland Sheep is unique – its purity has been protected by centuries of isolation
and a total absence of contact with others. By the same token, the wool it produces has no
counterpart anywhere. Evolving over 1,100 years of exposure to the sub-Arctic climate,
Icelandic wool has a distinctive combination of inner and outer fibres. The outer fibres are long,
glossy, tough and water-resistant, while the inner ones are fine, soft and insulating, providing a
high resistance to cold. Another striking characteristic of the Iceland Sheep is its natural colours:
black, grey and brown as well as the usual white. Together, these create the distinctive look of
Icelandic knitwear, one of the best-known examples of which is the Lopi sweater.
Man & NatureTextile production techniques may have changed dramatically since the days of the early Viking
settlers, but the commitment of Icelanders to quality and tradition has not.
In our conservation-minded age, Icelandic wool is particularly appealing: it is a natural product
created on environmentally friendly principles. Nature reigns supreme throughout the manufac-
turing process. Only natural energy sources such as geo-thermal and hydroelectric power are
used in production of Icelandic wool, while the sheep from which the wool is harvested still
graze freely in summer, as they have always done, on vast tracts of virgin land.
WoolWool is purchased directly from farmers, then it is taken to our washing plant in Blönduós in the
North of Iceland, where the first stage of the process is to ensure the quality and colour of the
wool. The next stage is washing, where the use of chemicals and detergents is kept to an
absolute minimum to ensure that natural oils are preserved, leaving the wool as warm, light and
water-resistant as nature herself made it. Finally, the highest quality wool is selected for spinning
into the finest yarn before being knitted into a wide range of products. Patterns are devised by
Icelandic designers, whose reputation for imagination and ability to blend Icelandic nature and
landscape into their work has gained them international recognition.
The Natural choiceThe distinctive patterns of Icelandic knitwear are as much a part of Iceland as its mountains,
waterfalls and hot springs. Durable yet soft, strong but comfortable, Icelandic woollens are the
natural choice if you want to share in the wonders of the unique country that created them.
3 - The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
4 - Léttlopi / worsted weight yarn
5 - Plötulopi / unspun yarn
6 - Álafosslopi / bulky yarn
7 - Einband / lace weight yarn
8 - Bulkylopi / super-bulky yarn
8 - Kemba / felting wool
9 - Hosuband / worsted weight yarn
10- Pattern books
11- Useful tips / Care instructions
11- Characteristics of Icelandic wool
The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
2 3
Contents
Léttlopi produces garments that are comfortable to wear indoors or outdoors. Léttlopi yarn is half the weight of Álafosslopi.
100% new wool. 50 g (1.7 oz) approx.
100 m (109 yd).
Gauge: 18 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4½ - 5 mm (Old UK 7-6) (US 7-8).
PlötulopiUnspun yarn Since Plötulopi is an unspun yarn, it is fragile to knit; however, due to the length of its fibres, it knits into a sweater that is both sturdy and soft.
100% new wool. Sold by weight as a one-ply, flat roll,
called a "plate". Bundle approx. 2 kg (4.4 lb), plate
approx. 110 g (3.85 oz). Also sold packed in
100 g (3.5 oz) plates approx. 300 m (328 yd).
Gauge – 1 ply: 19 sts to 10 cm (4")
over St st using size 4½ mm (Old UK 7) (US 7).
Gauge – 2 ply: 14 sts to 10 cm (4")
over St st using size 5½ mm (Old UK 5) (US 9).
Plötulopi can be worked 1-ply, 2-ply or multiple-ply, depending on how bulky a yarn you want. Gently wind the required number of strands together into a ball by taking the end from the centre and the end from the outside of the plate (or plates). We recommend the continental knitting technique as it permits control with very loose tension.
Using Plötulopi instead of ÁlafosslopiAlthough three strands of Plötulopi are about the same weight as one strand of Álafoss-lopi, Plötulopi is generally knitted with a looser tension than Álafosslopi, for example with 11 ½ or 12 stitches to 10 cm (4”) instead of 13 stitches to 10 cm.
If you do use three strands of Plötulopi for Álafosslopi knitting instructions, we recommend following the yoke instructions for a garment one or two sizes smaller with regard to number of stitches and number of rows for the yoke. Then continue instructions for the body and sleeves following the length measurements given for the size you have chosen.
LéttlopiWorsted weight yarn
1403lapis blue heather
9420navy blue
9419ocean blue
9418stone blue heather
9421celery green heather
1407pine green heather
1406spring green heather
1405bottle green heather
9422sage green heather
1404glacier blue heather
9423lagoon heather
9432grape heather
1413lilac heather
1414violet heather
1412pink heather
9417dark wine
9429berry heather
9428rose heather
1415rough sea
1416moor
1417frostbite
1418straw
1419barley
1420murky
0054ash heather
0056light ash heather
0057
grey heather
0058dark grey heather
0005
black heather
0052black sheep heather
0867chocolate heather
0053acorn heather
0085oatmeal heather
0086light beige heather
0051white
0059black
1400camel
1401
hazel heather
9431
brick heather
9427rust heather
9426golden heather
9264
mustard
1411
sun yellow
1410orange
9434crimson red
9414burnt red
1409garnet red heather
1408light red heather
1402heaven blue heather
1050berry heather
1052denim heather
1053fade denim heather
1054light berry heather
1420marsh heather
1421spruce green heather
1422sea green heather
1423clover green heather
1424golden yellow heather
1425sunset rose heather
1426dark amber heather
1427jasper red heather
1428plum heather
1429hyacinth heather
1430carmine red heather
1431arctic blue heather
1432winter blue heather
9210burgundy
9363blue
0001white
1026ash heather
1027light ash heather
9102grey heather
9103dark grey heather
0005black heather
1033black sheep heather
1032chocolate heather
0009brown heather
1030oatmeal heather
4
0003light beige heather
1038ivory beige
0013light forest heather
0014forest heather
0059black
0098cadet blue
0118navy
0484forest green
0709midnight blue
for the size you have cho
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Léttlopi produces garments that are comfortable to wear indoors or outdoors. Léttlopi yarn is half the weight of Álafosslopi.
100% new wool. 50 g (1.7 oz) approx.
100 m (109 yd).
Gauge: 18 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4½ - 5 mm (Old UK 7-6) (US 7-8).
PlötulopiUnspun yarn Since Plötulopi is an unspun yarn, it is fragile to knit; however, due to the length of its fibres, it knits into a sweater that is both sturdy and soft.
100% new wool. Sold by weight as a one-ply, flat roll,
called a "plate". Bundle approx. 2 kg (4.4 lb), plate
approx. 110 g (3.85 oz). Also sold packed in
100 g (3.5 oz) plates approx. 300 m (328 yd).
Gauge – 1 ply: 19 sts to 10 cm (4")
over St st using size 4½ mm (Old UK 7) (US 7).
Gauge – 2 ply: 14 sts to 10 cm (4")
over St st using size 5½ mm (Old UK 5) (US 9).
Plötulopi can be worked 1-ply, 2-ply or multiple-ply, depending on how bulky a yarn you want. Gently wind the required number of strands together into a ball by taking the end from the centre and the end from the outside of the plate (or plates). We recommend the continental knitting technique as it permits control with very loose tension.
Using Plötulopi instead of ÁlafosslopiAlthough three strands of Plötulopi are about the same weight as one strand of Álafoss-lopi, Plötulopi is generally knitted with a looser tension than Álafosslopi, for example with 11 ½ or 12 stitches to 10 cm (4”) instead of 13 stitches to 10 cm.
If you do use three strands of Plötulopi for Álafosslopi knitting instructions, we recommend following the yoke instructions for a garment one or two sizes smaller with regard to number of stitches and number of rows for the yoke. Then continue instructions for the body and sleeves following the length measurements given for the size you have chosen.
LéttlopiWorsted weight yarn
1403lapis blue heather
9420navy blue
9419ocean blue
9418stone blue heather
9421celery green heather
1407pine green heather
1406spring green heather
1405bottle green heather
9422sage green heather
1404glacier blue heather
9423lagoon heather
9432grape heather
1413lilac heather
1414violet heather
1412pink heather
9417dark wine
9429berry heather
9428rose heather
1415rough sea
1416moor
1417frostbite
1418straw
1419barley
1420murky
0054ash heather
0056light ash heather
0057
grey heather
0058dark grey heather
0005
black heather
0052black sheep heather
0867chocolate heather
0053acorn heather
0085oatmeal heather
0086light beige heather
0051white
0059black
1400camel
1401
hazel heather
9431
brick heather
9427rust heather
9426golden heather
9264
mustard
1411
sun yellow
1410orange
9434crimson red
9414burnt red
1409garnet red heather
1408light red heather
1402heaven blue heather
1050berry heather
1052denim heather
1053fade denim heather
1054light berry heather
1420marsh heather
1421spruce green heather
1422sea green heather
1423clover green heather
1424golden yellow heather
1425sunset rose heather
1426dark amber heather
1427jasper red heather
1428plum heather
1429hyacinth heather
1430carmine red heather
1431arctic blue heather
1432winter blue heather
9210burgundy
9363blue
0001white
1026ash heather
1027light ash heather
9102grey heather
9103dark grey heather
0005black heather
1033black sheep heather
1032chocolate heather
0009brown heather
1030oatmeal heather
4
0003light beige heather
1038ivory beige
0013light forest heather
0014forest heather
0059black
0098cadet blue
0118navy
0484forest green
0709midnight blue
for the size you have cho
5
www.istex.is
Álafosslopi Bulky yarn
EinbandLace weight yarn
For warmer winter garments that breathe, Álafosslopi is the yarn. Clothes knitted from Álafosslopi are cosy and lightweight.
100% new wool. 100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 100 m (109 yd).
Gauge: 13 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 6-6½ mm (Old UK 4-3) (US 10-10).
Garments made from Einband stretch and are therefore difficult to measure until they have been washed. It is recommended that you make a swatch, rinse and block it and then measure it when dry to find the exact gauge and needle size to achieve accurate measurements in the finished piece. After washing, the wool becomes soft and manageable.
100% wool 50 g (1.7 oz) approx. 225 m (245 yd).
Gauge: 30 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 2½ mm (Old UK 13) (US 1).
Gauge: 17 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4 mm (Old UK 8) (US 6).
Gauge: 15 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 6 mm (Old UK 4) (US 10).
Using Álafosslopi and Léttlopi together in the same garmentAs two strands of Léttlopi give you almost the same thickness as one strand of Álafosslopi, you can use these two types of yarn together in the same garment and so increase the colour palette from 65 colours to 97 colours – or you can mix two different colours together for even more variety.
9268lime
1764vivid green
1763green
9112dark green
1761teal
1762turquoise
1765yellow
9028citron
1766orange
1770flame red
0047crimson
1767lavender
9044purple
9132plum
9020dark wine
9142fuchsia
1768pink
9990peach
9128blush
9171grenadine
9165brick
9009
cardinal
1769cherry
0851white
1026ash heather
1027light ash heather
9102grey heather
9103dark grey heather
0151black heather
1038light beige heather
0886beige heather
0885oatmeal heather
0853brown
0867chocolate
0852black sheep heather
0008light denim heather
0010denim heather
0942blue
0059black
9076almond heather
9075pecan heather
9281sky blue
1098vivid blue
9277royal blue
0709midnight blue
0118navy
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0054 ash heather
0010 denim heather
0056 light ash heather
0057 grey heather
0118 navy
0058 dark grey heather
0709 midnight blue
0005 black heather
0059 black
9975 black tweed
9974 light grey tweed
9976 beige tweed
9973 wheat heather
9972 ecru heather
0051 white
0047 happy red
0086 light beige heather
0085 oatmeal heather
9983 apple green
0053 acorn heather
0159 orchid
0867 chocolate heather
0163 dark soft purple
0052 black sheep heather
9961 bordeaux heather
9969 fuchsia heather
1231 garden green
1236 burnt orange
1237 sheep sorrel
1238 dusk red
1240 dark magenta
1241 gloxinia
1242 oxblood red
1239 winter morning
1235 ray of light
1233 space blue
1234 blue tweed
1230 highland green
1232 arctic exposure
9962 ruby red heather
9971 amber heather
9964 golden heather
9965 chartreuse green heather
9987 dark olive
9966 cypress green heather
9967 teal heather
0008 light denim heather
9959 indigo
9958 light indigo
Álafosslopi Bulky yarn
EinbandLace weight yarn
For warmer winter garments that breathe, Álafosslopi is the yarn. Clothes knitted from Álafosslopi are cosy and lightweight.
100% new wool. 100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 100 m (109 yd).
Gauge: 13 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 6-6½ mm (Old UK 4-3) (US 10-10).
Garments made from Einband stretch and are therefore difficult to measure until they have been washed. It is recommended that you make a swatch, rinse and block it and then measure it when dry to find the exact gauge and needle size to achieve accurate measurements in the finished piece. After washing, the wool becomes soft and manageable.
100% wool 50 g (1.7 oz) approx. 225 m (245 yd).
Gauge: 30 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 2½ mm (Old UK 13) (US 1).
Gauge: 17 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4 mm (Old UK 8) (US 6).
Gauge: 15 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 6 mm (Old UK 4) (US 10).
Using Álafosslopi and Léttlopi together in the same garmentAs two strands of Léttlopi give you almost the same thickness as one strand of Álafosslopi, you can use these two types of yarn together in the same garment and so increase the colour palette from 65 colours to 97 colours – or you can mix two different colours together for even more variety.
9268lime
1764vivid green
1763green
9112dark green
1761teal
1762turquoise
1765yellow
9028citron
1766orange
1770flame red
0047crimson
1767lavender
9044purple
9132plum
9020dark wine
9142fuchsia
1768pink
9990peach
9128blush
9171grenadine
9165brick
9009
cardinal
1769cherry
0851white
1026ash heather
1027light ash heather
9102grey heather
9103dark grey heather
0151black heather
1038light beige heather
0886beige heather
0885oatmeal heather
0853brown
0867chocolate
0852black sheep heather
0008light denim heather
0010denim heather
0942blue
0059black
9076almond heather
9075pecan heather
9281sky blue
1098vivid blue
9277royal blue
0709midnight blue
0118navy
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0051white
0086light beige heather
0085oatmeal heather
0867chocolate heather
0005black heather
0058dark grey heather
0056light ash heather
0054ash heather
1415mountain blue tweed
1417red currant tweed
1418carrot red tweed
1416country green tweed
9997deep green shaded
9998Atlantic blue shaded
9449bordeaux shaded
0059black
Bulkylopi is ideal for single colour garments. Thicker than Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi knits up very quickly. 100% new wool. 100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 60 m (66 yd).
Gauge: 10 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 8 - 9 mm (Old UK 0-00) (US 11-13).
Bulkylopi Super-bulky yarn
KembaFelting woolKemba is perfect for felting and is known as “the magical felting wool”.
100% new wool unspun. 1 kg package.
0118navy
9303sky blue
9448royal blue
0193vivid blue
9445turquoise
9301green
9441apple green
0017sunshine yellow
0402golden yellow
0417happy red
1805pink
9454fuchsia
9211dark wine
9210burgundy
9449earth red
9989dark salmon
9990peach
0851white
0054ash heather
0056light ash heather
0057grey heather
0058dark grey heather
0005black sheep heather
0151black heather
0059black
0086beige heather
0085oatmeal heather
0053acorn heather
0867chocolate heather
9315
auburn
9239dark olive
0484forest green
9305teal
0098cadet blue
98
HosubandWorsted weight yarnHosuband is reinforced with polyamide (nylon), which makes it perfect, not only for socks that last, but also for sweaters, mittens and hats.
80% new wool, 20% polyamide (nylon).
100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 130 m (142 yd).
Gauge: 19 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4 - 4½ mm (Old UK 8-7) (US 6-7).
9244yellow
0001white
0000white/black
0059black
9425dark moss/green
0227black heather/khaki
0005light grey
0224grey/white
0078red
0225red/black
0118dark blue
0226blue/black
Ístex hf. Völuteigur 6 / 270 MosfellsbærTel.: +354 566 6300 / Fax: +354 566 7330
E-mail: [email protected] / www.istex.is www.istex.is
0051white
0086light beige heather
0085oatmeal heather
0867chocolate heather
0005black heather
0058dark grey heather
0056light ash heather
0054ash heather
1415mountain blue tweed
1417red currant tweed
1418carrot red tweed
1416country green tweed
9997deep green shaded
9998Atlantic blue shaded
9449bordeaux shaded
0059black
Bulkylopi is ideal for single colour garments. Thicker than Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi knits up very quickly. 100% new wool. 100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 60 m (66 yd).
Gauge: 10 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 8 - 9 mm (Old UK 0-00) (US 11-13).
Bulkylopi Super-bulky yarn
KembaFelting woolKemba is perfect for felting and is known as “the magical felting wool”.
100% new wool unspun. 1 kg package.
0118navy
9303sky blue
9448royal blue
0193vivid blue
9445turquoise
9301green
9441apple green
0017sunshine yellow
0402golden yellow
0417happy red
1805pink
9454fuchsia
9211dark wine
9210burgundy
9449earth red
9989dark salmon
9990peach
0851white
0054ash heather
0056light ash heather
0057grey heather
0058dark grey heather
0005black sheep heather
0151black heather
0059black
0086beige heather
0085oatmeal heather
0053acorn heather
0867chocolate heather
9315
auburn
9239dark olive
0484forest green
9305teal
0098cadet blue
98
HosubandWorsted weight yarnHosuband is reinforced with polyamide (nylon), which makes it perfect, not only for socks that last, but also for sweaters, mittens and hats.
80% new wool, 20% polyamide (nylon).
100 g (3.5 oz) approx. 130 m (142 yd).
Gauge: 19 sts to 10 cm (4") over St st using
size 4 - 4½ mm (Old UK 8-7) (US 6-7).
9244yellow
0001white
0000white/black
0059black
9425dark moss/green
0227black heather/khaki
0005light grey
0224grey/white
0078red
0225red/black
0118dark blue
0226blue/black
874 A.D.Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Since they first settled on this North Atlantic island, Icelanders have been engaged in a relentless
struggle with the rugged environment in which they live. While the horse has served as transport
and labour, sheep have been the key to the nation’s survival, providing generations of Icelanders
not only with food but also with wool as protection from the biting cold of the harsh northern
climate. Without sheep, Iceland would have been uninhabitable.
Although the medieval sagas may have been inspired by deeds of heroism and feats of bravery,
they also tell of the activities around which daily life revolved, among them shearing, spinning
and carding – skills and crafts which became traditions and have altered little through the ages.
Two types of fibre - long & fineAs a breed, the Iceland Sheep is unique – its purity has been protected by centuries of isolation
and a total absence of contact with others. By the same token, the wool it produces has no
counterpart anywhere. Evolving over 1,100 years of exposure to the sub-Arctic climate,
Icelandic wool has a distinctive combination of inner and outer fibres. The outer fibres are long,
glossy, tough and water-resistant, while the inner ones are fine, soft and insulating, providing a
high resistance to cold. Another striking characteristic of the Iceland Sheep is its natural colours:
black, grey and brown as well as the usual white. Together, these create the distinctive look of
Icelandic knitwear, one of the best-known examples of which is the Lopi sweater.
Man & NatureTextile production techniques may have changed dramatically since the days of the early Viking
settlers, but the commitment of Icelanders to quality and tradition has not.
In our conservation-minded age, Icelandic wool is particularly appealing: it is a natural product
created on environmentally friendly principles. Nature reigns supreme throughout the manufac-
turing process. Only natural energy sources such as geo-thermal and hydroelectric power are
used in production of Icelandic wool, while the sheep from which the wool is harvested still
graze freely in summer, as they have always done, on vast tracts of virgin land.
WoolWool is purchased directly from farmers, then it is taken to our washing plant in Blönduós in the
North of Iceland, where the first stage of the process is to ensure the quality and colour of the
wool. The next stage is washing, where the use of chemicals and detergents is kept to an
absolute minimum to ensure that natural oils are preserved, leaving the wool as warm, light and
water-resistant as nature herself made it. Finally, the highest quality wool is selected for spinning
into the finest yarn before being knitted into a wide range of products. Patterns are devised by
Icelandic designers, whose reputation for imagination and ability to blend Icelandic nature and
landscape into their work has gained them international recognition.
The Natural choiceThe distinctive patterns of Icelandic knitwear are as much a part of Iceland as its mountains,
waterfalls and hot springs. Durable yet soft, strong but comfortable, Icelandic woollens are the
natural choice if you want to share in the wonders of the unique country that created them.
3 - The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
4 - Léttlopi / worsted weight yarn
5 - Plötulopi / unspun yarn
6 - Álafosslopi / bulky yarn
7 - Einband / lace weight yarn
8 - Bulkylopi / super-bulky yarn
8 - Kemba / felting wool
9 - Hosuband / worsted weight yarn
10- Pattern books
11- Useful tips / Care instructions
11- Characteristics of Icelandic wool
The Saga of the Icelandic Sheep
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Useful tips - Care instructions Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi and Léttlopi: Hand wash only in lukewarm water (30°C / 86°F). Soak the garment in the suds for about 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly in lukewarm water. Do not rub or wring but gently squeeze the liquid through the garment. If necessary, spin for 2-4 minutes to remove excess moisture. Dry flat, smooth the garment out and pull gently into shape.
Plötulopi: Garments knitted from Plötulopi are washed in the same way as garments knitted from Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi or Léttlopi, except when washed for the first time do not pre-soak the garment in the suds. Wash the garment by squeez-ing the suds through the knitwear then rinse thoroughly in lukewarm water.
Note:
It is often enough to air a woollen garment thoroughly, rather than washing it.
The Icelandic wool quality
symbol on a product guarantees that it is
made out of genuine Icelandic wool.
Characteristics of Icelandic woolUnique in its composition, Icelandic wool consists of two types of fibres:
1. Inner fibres - insulating: Fine, soft, highly insulating.
2. Outer fibres - water-repellent: Outer fibres - water-repellent:
Together, these two distinctive fibres create a wool that is:Lightweight > lighter than most other wools, keeps you warm and comfortable.
Water-repellent > repels rain and stays feeling dry.
Breathable > moisture passes through the fibres away from the skin, keeping you dry and comfortable.
Icelandic wool quality
mbol on a product guarantees that it is
de out of genuine Icelandic wool.
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Over the years, we have written quite a few knitting books which may interest you. We have listed them all on our website for your convenience, together with details on their content.
We hope that you will enjoy browsing through these,
and all the other information on our home page:
www.istex.is.
Pattern books
istex.is
LOPI
30
Lopi 27
LO
PI
31LO
PI
28
LO
PI
32
LO
PI
29
Lopi 26
lopi no. 20
Lopi 25
Lopi No. 24
Useful tips - Care instructions Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi and Léttlopi: Hand wash only in lukewarm water (30°C / 86°F). Soak the garment in the suds for about 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly in lukewarm water. Do not rub or wring but gently squeeze the liquid through the garment. If necessary, spin for 2-4 minutes to remove excess moisture. Dry flat, smooth the garment out and pull gently into shape.
Plötulopi: Garments knitted from Plötulopi are washed in the same way as garments knitted from Álafosslopi, Bulkylopi or Léttlopi, except when washed for the first time do not pre-soak the garment in the suds. Wash the garment by squeez-ing the suds through the knitwear then rinse thoroughly in lukewarm water.
Note:
It is often enough to air a woollen garment thoroughly, rather than washing it.
The Icelandic wool quality
symbol on a product guarantees that it is
made out of genuine Icelandic wool.
Characteristics of Icelandic woolUnique in its composition, Icelandic wool consists of two types of fibres:
1. Inner fibres - insulating: Fine, soft, highly insulating.
2. Outer fibres - water-repellent: Outer fibres - water-repellent:
Together, these two distinctive fibres create a wool that is:Lightweight > lighter than most other wools, keeps you warm and comfortable.
Water-repellent > repels rain and stays feeling dry.
Breathable > moisture passes through the fibres away from the skin, keeping you dry and comfortable.
Icelandic wool quality
mbol on a product guarantees that it is
de out of genuine Icelandic wool.
1110
Over the years, we have written quite a few knitting books which may interest you. We have listed them all on our website for your convenience, together with details on their content.
We hope that you will enjoy browsing through these,
and all the other information on our home page:
www.istex.is.
Pattern books
istex.is
lopi no. 20
Ístex hf. Völuteigur 6 / 270 MosfellsbærTel.: +354 566 6300 / Fax: +354 566 7330
E-mail: [email protected] / www.istex.is www.istex.is