Knitting patterns · Jumpers
Frankie Sweater – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Tools
- 4 mm circular needle (40, 60 and 80 and/or 100 cm) and 3,5 mm circular needle (80 or 100 cm), 4 and 3,5 mm double-pointed needles.
- Gauge
- 20 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles.
Which yarn do you need for Frankie Sweater? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Frankie Sweater is a narrow-striped raglan jumper with a roomy fit and approximately 20 cm of positive ease. It is knitted from the top down in stocking stitch, with short rows to shape the neckline and sleeves worked in the round. The design is knitted in two colours of Peer Gynt.
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Yarn for Frankie Sweater
Choose a version and size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
M = chest circumference 114 cm, length 57 cm; to fit chest 90–95 cm.
Recommended positive ease: approximately 20 cm. Length is measured at the centre back.
Colour: 6351 - September Skyas specified in the pattern
Colour: 4682 Velvet Figas specified in the pattern
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Where can I buy yarn for Frankie Sweater?
Prices retrieved from shops 7 days ago. The price is for the cheapest colour – check with the shop.
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Weight
50 g
Length
91 m
You need
9 skeins
- StickAnnCheapest
from SEK 41 / skein
SEK 369
Visit shop → - Yllotyll
from SEK 42 / skein
SEK 378
Visit shop → - Broderi & Garn 1901
from SEK 55 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 495
Visit shop → - Sandnes Garn
from SEK 59 / skein · Frakt från 79 kr
SEK 531
Visit shop → - MYO Make Your Own
from SEK 59 / skein
SEK 531
Visit shop → - Garn och Tygverkstan
from SEK 59 / skein
SEK 531
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 59 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 531
Visit shop →
Weight
50 g
Length
91 m
You need
5 skeins
- StickAnnCheapest
from SEK 41 / skein
SEK 205
Visit shop → - Yllotyll
from SEK 42 / skein
SEK 210
Visit shop → - Broderi & Garn 1901
from SEK 55 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 275
Visit shop → - Sandnes Garn
from SEK 59 / skein · Frakt från 79 kr
SEK 295
Visit shop → - MYO Make Your Own
from SEK 59 / skein
SEK 295
Visit shop → - Garn och Tygverkstan
from SEK 59 / skein
SEK 295
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 59 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 295
Visit shop →
Buy all yarn · size M
- 9 × Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- 5 × Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
Estimated total cost: SEK 574
Yarn matching · beta
Alternative yarns for Frankie Sweater
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 Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
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 Frankie Sweater
How much yarn do I need for Frankie Sweater?
- XXS: 7 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 4 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- XS: 8 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 4 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- S: 8 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 4 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- M: 9 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 5 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- L: 9 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 5 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- XL: 9 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 5 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- 2XL: 10 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 6 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- 3XL: 10 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 6 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- 4XL: 11 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 6 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
- 5XL: 11 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt + 7 skeins Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt
Which yarn is used in Frankie Sweater?
The pattern is written for Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (main colour) and Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (stripe colour). Gauge: 20 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles..
Can I use a different yarn for Frankie Sweater?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Peer Gynt among our yarns is Copenhagen Fibers Natural Wool (100% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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