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Arctic Armor

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Arctic Armor

by Park Williams

Skill level
Beginner
Tools
5,5 mm circular needle and double-pointed needles; cable length to suit the size. Stitch markers, a distinct beginning-of-round marker, a tapestry needle and stitch holders or waste yarn.
Gauge
16 sts × 32 rows/rnds = 10 cm in garter stitch, in the round and flat, on 5,5 mm needles after blocking.

Which yarn do you need for Arctic Armor? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Arctic Armor is a slightly oversized, V-neck jumper with raglan shaping and balloon sleeves that end above the wrist. It is knitted seamlessly from the top down in garter stitch, both flat and in the round. Slipped stitches create subtle details along the body, sleeves and raglan lines.

The pattern is owned and sold by the designer. Yarnmatch only shows which yarn you need and links to the original pattern.

Buy the original pattern from the designer · ca SEK 94

Yarn for Arctic Armor

Choose a size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.

M = 116,75 cm

Finished chest circumference. Choose a size with approximately 10–15 cm of positive ease over your chest measurement.

Main yarn

Bæstmor Påfugl in Paris

Replaced The Wandering Flock Fluff

1080 m in total

12 skeins

Choose your colour on the shop’s website.

Estimated yarn cost, size Mca SEK 1,668

The designer’s own yarn suggestions

Park Williams also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.

The pattern specifies The Wandering Flock Fluff – is not available in any shop right now, so we’re showing a yarn you can buy

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Where can I buy yarn for Arctic Armor?

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Bæstmor

Påfugl in Paris

73 % mohair, 22 % ull, 5 % polyamid

Weight

50 g

Length

90 m

You need

12 skeins

Buy all yarn · size M

  • 12 × Bæstmor Påfugl in Paris

Estimated total cost: SEK 1,668 · all from yarnmania: SEK 1,668

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Alternative yarns for Arctic Armor

We only suggest yarns with a very similar gauge and length per gram – so your garment comes out the right size, even with a different brand.

Want the yarn to feel different?

Instead of The Wandering Flock Fluff

Good match ✓93%

Bæstmor

Påfugl in Paris

73 % mohair, 22 % ull, 5 % polyamid

Works because: same gauge · same length per gram · similar fibre.

Good to know

  • Your yarn is heavier per metre – the garment may end up heavier and drape differently than in the photo
Warmth
In between
Softness
In between
Itchiness
In between
Weight
In between

50 g · 90 m

from SEK 139 / skein

Good match ✓88%

Copenhagen Fibers

Baby Alpaca Blend

50% alpacka, 35% bomull, 15% merinoull

Works because: similar gauge (15 sts vs 16 sts) · same length per gram · similar fibre.

Good to know

  • The gauge differs by 1.0 sts – knit a swatch and recalculate the stitch count, or the garment will come out the wrong size
Warmth
Warm
Softness
Soft
Itchiness
Non-itchy
Weight
Light

50 g · 110 m

from SEK 90 / skein

Good match ✓88%

Hobbii

Pearly Haze

73% viskos, 27% merinoull

Works because: similar gauge (17 sts vs 16 sts) · same length per gram · similar fibre.

Good to know

  • The gauge differs by 1.0 sts – knit a swatch and recalculate the stitch count, or the garment will come out the wrong size
Warmth
In between
Softness
Soft
Itchiness
Non-itchy
Weight
Light

50 g · 110 m

from SEK 59 / skein

Good match ✓88%

Isager

Alpaca 3

Alpacka och ull

Works because: similar gauge (15 sts vs 16 sts) · length approx. 3 m/g (vs 2 m/g) · similar fibre.

Good to know

  • The gauge differs by 1.0 sts – knit a swatch and recalculate the stitch count, or the garment will come out the wrong size
Warmth
Warm
Softness
Soft
Itchiness
Non-itchy
Weight
In between

50 g · 125 m

from SEK 98 / skein

Always make a gauge swatch when substituting yarn. Our assessment of feel is based on fibre and spinning method – everyone experiences itchiness differently.

Frequently asked questions about yarn for Arctic Armor

How much yarn do I need for Arctic Armor?
  • XS: 7 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • S: 8 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • M: 9 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • L: 9 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • XL: 10 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • XXL: 11 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • 3XL: 12 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • 4XL: 13 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
  • 5XL: 14 skeins The Wandering Flock Fluff
Which yarn is used in Arctic Armor?

The pattern is written for Bæstmor Påfugl in Paris (main yarn). Gauge: 16 sts × 32 rows/rnds = 10 cm in garter stitch, in the round and flat, on 5,5 mm needles after blocking..

Can I use a different yarn for Arctic Armor?

Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Påfugl in Paris among our yarns is Bæstmor Påfugl in Paris (93% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.

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