Knitting patterns · Cardigans
Esther Jacket – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Tools
- 5 mm circular needle (40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm), 4,5 mm circular needle (60, 80 and/or 100 cm) and 4,5 mm double-pointed needles. 5 buttons, Ø 20 mm.
- Gauge
- 16 sts × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm in texture pattern on 5 mm needles
Which yarn do you need for Esther Jacket? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Esther Jacket is a roomy textured cardigan with a button fastening and ribbed neckband. It is knitted from the top down, with the body worked flat and the sleeves in the round. One strand of Jensen is held together with two strands of Highland Wool for a substantial fabric. The design is part of Isager Archives.
The pattern is owned and sold by the designer. Yarnmatch only shows which yarn you need and links to the original pattern.
Yarn for Esther Jacket
Choose a size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
M = chest circumference 119 cm, length 58 cm, to fit bust 90–95 cm
Length is measured at centre back. Recommended positive ease is approximately 24 cm in the smallest sizes and gradually decreases in the larger sizes.
9 skeins
The pattern specifies the colour {färg}. Choose your colour on the shop’s website.
8 skeins
Colour: none selectedThe pattern’s colour {färg} is currently out of stock.
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Where can I buy yarn for Esther Jacket?
Prices retrieved from shops 6 days ago. The price is for the cheapest colour – check with the shop.
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Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
9 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 90 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 810
Visit shop → - 60 Garner Nord
from SEK 180 / skein
SEK 1,620
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Weight
50 g
Length
275 m
You need
8 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 56 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 448
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Buy all yarn · size M
- 9 × Isager Jensen
- 8 × Isager Highland Wool
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,258 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,258
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Alternative yarns for Esther Jacket
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 Isager Jensen
Instead of Isager Highland Wool
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 Esther Jacket
How much yarn do I need for Esther Jacket?
- XXS: 8 skeins Isager Jensen + 7 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- XS: 8 skeins Isager Jensen + 8 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- S: 8 skeins Isager Jensen + 8 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- M: 9 skeins Isager Jensen + 8 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- L: 9 skeins Isager Jensen + 8 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- XL: 9 skeins Isager Jensen + 9 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 2XL: 10 skeins Isager Jensen + 9 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 3XL: 10 skeins Isager Jensen + 9 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 4XL: 11 skeins Isager Jensen + 10 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 5XL: 11 skeins Isager Jensen + 10 skeins Isager Highland Wool
Which yarn is used in Esther Jacket?
The pattern is written for Isager Jensen (main yarn, held single) and Isager Highland Wool (held together with, two strands). Gauge: 16 sts × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm in texture pattern on 5 mm needles.
Can I use a different yarn for Esther Jacket?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Jensen among our yarns is Isager Yarn Isager Soft (100% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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