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Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan – yarn and yarn alternatives
by Hanne Rimmen
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Tools
- 3 mm circular needle (40 and 80/100 cm) and 3,5 mm circular needle (80/100 cm). 3 and 3,5 mm double-pointed needles or a long circular needle for magic loop. Stitch markers, a tapestry needle and 8 (8) 8 (10) 10 (10) buttons, 1,5 cm in diameter.
- Gauge
- 22 sts × 32 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch and colourwork on 3,5 mm needles. Knit the swatch in the round and wash before measuring.
Which yarn do you need for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Holly Cardigan is a colourwork cardigan with a round yoke and a button fastening at the front. It is knitted from the top down, in the round with steek stitches. The design is intended to have 6–16 cm of positive ease at the bust.
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Yarn for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan
Choose a size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
M = bust circumference 104 cm, length 56 cm, sleeve length 46 cm
Finished garment measurements. Choose a bust circumference that is 6–16 cm larger than your bust measurement.
Colour: 24 Jægergrønas specified in the pattern
Colour: 04 Sandas specified in the pattern
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
Hanne Rimmen also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
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Where can I buy yarn for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan?
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Weight
100 g
Length
400 m
You need
4 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 209 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 836
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Weight
100 g
Length
400 m
You need
1 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 209 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 209
Visit shop →
Buy all yarn · size M
- 4 × Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- 1 × Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,045 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,045
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Alternative yarns for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan
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 Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
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 Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan
How much yarn do I need for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan?
- S: 3 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 1 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- M: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 1 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- L: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 1 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- XL: 5 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 1 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- 2XL: 5 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 2 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
- 3XL: 5 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 2 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
Which yarn is used in Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan?
The pattern is written for Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 (main yarn) and Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 (main yarn). Gauge: 22 sts × 32 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch and colourwork on 3,5 mm needles. Knit the swatch in the round and wash before measuring..
Can I use a different yarn for Holly Cardigan | Kristtjørn Cardigan?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Pelsuld 8/2 among our yarns is Sandnes Garn Tynn Peer Gynt (99% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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