Istex Lopi Alafosslopi 2660 Earth Red
Product Description
Product Description
Istex Lopi Alafosslopi 2660 Earth Red is an earthy reddish-brown shade with a warm, natural look. This thick yarn, made from 100% Icelandic wool, is designed for warm, sturdy knitting projects and combines excellent warmth with a relatively light weight.
Istex Lopi Alafosslopi
Alafosslopi is a classic, thick yarn from Ístex made from 100% new Icelandic wool. Each ball weighs 100 grams and has a length of approximately 100 meters. Ístex recommends Knitting Needles ranging from 6.00 to 6.50 mm. The gauge is approximately 13 stitches by 18 rows per 10 x 10 cm.
What is Alafosslopi used for?
Thanks to its thickness, warmth, and characteristic wool texture, Alafosslopi is ideal for Icelandic sweaters, cardigans, coats, and other warm clothing. This yarn is also a sturdy choice for hats, scarves, blankets, and throws.
Yarn Information
- Composition: 100% Icelandic wool
- Weight: 100 grams
- Length: approximately 100 meters
- Recommended Needle Size: 6.00–6.50 mm
- Gauge: 13 stitches x 18 rows = 10 x 10 cm
- Yarn weight: 5 - Bulky (Chunky)
- Care Instructions: Hand wash and lay flat to dry
- Certification: OEKO-TEX 100
FAQ About Istex Lopi Alafosslopi 2660 Earth Red
Is Alafosslopi suitable for warm clothing?
Yes. Ístex specifically mentions that Alafosslopi is suitable for warm outerwear and comfortable, thick garments.
What Needle Size do you use for Alafosslopi?
The recommended needle size is 6.00 to 6.50 mm. Always check your gauge if the size of your project is important.
How was your trip to Alafosslopi?
Wash your project by hand and let it dry flat to keep the wool and the shape of your piece looking their best.
Specifications
Specifications
| Recommended needle size (mm) | 6.00, 6.50 |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX 100 |
| Standard yarn weight | 5 - Bulky (Chunky) |
| Yarn weight search tags | Bulky, Chunky, Craft, Rug |
| Yarn series | Lopi Alafosslopi |
| Suitable for project | Sweater, Blanket, Throw |
| Suitable technique | Knit |
| Color name | Earth Red |
| Color shade | Red, Brown |
| Color type | Miscellaneous |
| Yarn length (m) | 100 |
| Dry flat | Yes |
| Composition | 100% Wool |
| Knitting gauge (rows) | 18 |
| Knitting gauge (stitches) | 13 |
| Ironing | Do not iron |
| Fiber group | Animal-like |
| Fiber type | Wool |
| Tumble dry | Do not put in the dryer |
| Wash | Hand Wash |
| EAN / Barcode | 5690866226604 |
| MPN | 1520-2660 |
| SKU | bwlo1520_2660 |
| Packaging weight (g) | 100 |
| Package contents | 1 |
| Expected delivery time | 2026-09-30 |
