Knitting patterns · Jumpers
JILLI JAM – yarn and yarn alternatives
by Anne Ventzel
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Tools
- 7 and 8 mm circular needles, both in lengths of 40 and 80/100 cm.
- Gauge
- 12 sts × 18 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on 8 mm needles.
Which yarn do you need for JILLI JAM? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. JILLI JAM is a relaxed raglan jumper with twisted rib details and a curved hem. It is knitted seamlessly from the top down, with short rows to shape the garment. Two strands of Isager Soft are held together with one strand of Silk Mohair, and the recommended positive ease is 25–40 cm.
The pattern is owned and sold by the designer. Yarnmatch only shows which yarn you need and links to the original pattern.
Yarn for JILLI JAM
Choose a version and size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
1 = chest circumference 100 cm, centre back length 61 cm, sleeve length 44 cm
Recommended positive ease: 25–40 cm. Compare the measurements with a favourite jumper.
Colour: E7sas specified in the pattern
Colour: 30 Isager softas specified in the pattern
Colour: 63 Isager Silk mohairas specified in the pattern
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
Anne Ventzel also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Isager Yarn Isager Soft
The pattern specifies Isager Silk Mohair
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Where can I buy yarn for JILLI JAM?
Prices retrieved from shops 5 hr ago. The price is for the cheapest colour – check with the shop.
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Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
6 skeins
- Broderi & Garn 1901Cheapest
from SEK 94 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 564
Visit shop → - Yllotyll
from SEK 95 / skein
SEK 570
Visit shop → - 60 Garner Nord
from SEK 95 / skein
SEK 570
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 95 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 570
Visit shop → - Wincent Garner
from SEK 98 / skein
SEK 588
Visit shop →

Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
6 skeins
- Broderi & Garn 1901Cheapest
from SEK 94 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 564
Visit shop → - Yllotyll
from SEK 95 / skein
SEK 570
Visit shop → - 60 Garner Nord
from SEK 95 / skein
SEK 570
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 95 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 570
Visit shop → - Wincent Garner
from SEK 98 / skein
SEK 588
Visit shop →

Weight
25 g
Length
212 m
You need
4 skeins
- StickAnnCheapest
from SEK 73 / skein
SEK 292
Visit shop → - Kudostu
from SEK 99 / skein
SEK 396
Visit shop → - Soft Stop
from SEK 104 / skein
SEK 416
Visit shop → - MYO Make Your Own
from SEK 105 / skein
SEK 420
Visit shop → - Hobbii
from SEK 109 / skein · Fraktfritt över 299 kr
SEK 436
Visit shop → - Oslo Mikrospinneri
from SEK 111 / skein · Norsk sida
Shop price: 9.95 EUR
SEK 444
Visit shop → - Yllotyll
from SEK 112 / skein
SEK 448
Visit shop → - 60 Garner Nord
from SEK 112 / skein
SEK 448
Visit shop → - Broderi & Garn 1901
from SEK 112 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 448
Visit shop → - Wincent Garner
from SEK 112 / skein
SEK 448
Visit shop → - Garn och Tygverkstan
from SEK 118 / skein
SEK 472
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 119 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 476
Visit shop → - La Bien Aimee
from SEK 123 / skein · Butik i euroland
Shop price: 11 EUR
SEK 490
Visit shop → - Stickwick yarn & design
from SEK 134 / skein
SEK 536
Visit shop → - gute-garne.de
from SEK 168 / skein · Amerikansk butik
Shop price: 17 USD
SEK 673
Visit shop → - Sysleriget - Håndfarvet Garn
from SEK 350 / skein · Dansk butik
Shop price: 235 DKK
SEK 1,402
Visit shop →
Buy all yarn · size 1
- 6 × Isager Yarn Isager Soft
- 6 × Isager Yarn Isager Soft
- 4 × Isager Silk Mohair
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,420
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60 Garner Nord
Korsgatan 11, 411 16 Göteborg
Open: Mån–fre 11–18, lör 11–15
Brands: Isager, Isager Yarn
Broderi & Garn 1901
Drottninggatan 31, 411 14 Göteborg
Open: Vardagar 10–18, lör 11–15
Brands: Isager
Lilla garnbutiken
Gamla Flygplatsvägen 24, 423 37 Göteborg
Open: Vardagar 10–18, lör 10–14:30
Brands: Isager, Isager Yarn
These shops stock the yarn brand – call ahead to check if they have the shade you want. All yarn shops
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Alternative yarns for JILLI JAM
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 Yarn Isager Soft
Instead of Isager Silk Mohair
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 JILLI JAM
How much yarn do I need for JILLI JAM?
- 1: 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 4 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 2: 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 4 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 3: 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 6 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 4 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 4: 7 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 7 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 4 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 5: 7 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 7 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 5 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 6: 8 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 8 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 5 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 7: 8 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 8 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 5 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 8: 9 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 9 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 6 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
- 9: 9 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 9 skeins Isager Yarn Isager Soft + 6 skeins Isager Silk Mohair
Which yarn is used in JILLI JAM?
The pattern is written for Isager Yarn Isager Soft (main yarn, strand 1) and Isager Yarn Isager Soft (main yarn, strand 2) and Isager Silk Mohair (held together with). Gauge: 12 sts × 18 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on 8 mm needles..
Can I use a different yarn for JILLI JAM?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Isager Soft among our yarns is Isager Jensen (100% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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