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Moby Slipover – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Tools
- 3,5 mm circular needle (60, 80 and/or 100 cm), 3 mm circular needle (40 cm) and a cable needle.
- Gauge
- 24 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in texture pattern on 3,5 mm needles after washing and blocking.
Which yarn do you need for Moby Slipover? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Moby Slipover is a slipover with textured stitches, cables and a round neck. It is knitted from the top down and has ribbed neck and armhole edgings. The design has approximately 10–15 cm of positive ease and can be knitted in wool or a combination of wool and silk mohair.
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Yarn for Moby Slipover
Choose a version and size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
M = chest circumference 108 cm, length 55 cm; to fit bust 90–95 cm
Finished chest circumference and length below. Length is measured at the centre back, excluding the neck edging. Recommended positive ease: 10–15 cm.
Main yarn
Hjelholt Uldspinderi Dansk Pelsuld 5,5/2Replaced Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
1100 m in total
4 skeins
Colour: none selected
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
PetiteKnit also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn – is not available in any shop right now, so we’re showing a yarn you can buy
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Weight
100 g
Length
275 m
You need
4 skeins
- YllotyllCheapest
from SEK 55 / skein
SEK 220
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from SEK 170 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 680
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- 4 × Hjelholt Uldspinderi Dansk Pelsuld 5,5/2
Estimated total cost: SEK 220 · all from Yllotyll: SEK 220
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Alternative yarns for Moby Slipover
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 Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
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 Moby Slipover
How much yarn do I need for Moby Slipover?
- XS: 3 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- S: 3 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- M: 4 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- L: 4 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- XL: 5 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- 2XL: 5 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- 3XL: 5 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- 4XL: 5 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
- 5XL: 6 skeins Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk Tinde pelsullgarn
Which yarn is used in Moby Slipover?
The pattern is written for Hjelholt Uldspinderi Dansk Pelsuld 5,5/2 (main yarn). Gauge: 24 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in texture pattern on 3,5 mm needles after washing and blocking..
Can I use a different yarn for Moby Slipover?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Dansk Pelsuld 5,5/2 among our yarns is Sandnes Garn Duo (99% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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