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Monday Sweater – yarn and yarn alternatives

Skill level: Intermediate
Tools: Circular needles 3,5 mm (40, 80 and/or 100 cm) and 4 mm (40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm). Double-pointed needles 3,5 and 4 mm, or Magic Loop for the sleeves.
Gauge: 21 sts x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles

Which yarn do you need for Monday Sweater? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. A relaxed raglan jumper with a folded double neckband and approximately 15–20 cm of positive ease. It is knitted from the top down in stocking stitch, with short rows to shape the neckline. A fine main yarn is held together with a strand of mohair for a soft, fluffy finish.

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Yarn for Monday Sweater

Choose a size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.

M = chest circumference 114 cm, length 60 cm; to fit bust 90–95 cm

Length is measured at the centre back. Recommended positive ease is approximately 15–20 cm.

Main yarn

Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2

1200 m in total

3 skeins

Colour: 04 Sandas specified in the pattern

Held together with

Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

1350 m in total

6 skeins

Colour: Marcipanas specified in the pattern

Estimated yarn cost, size Mca SEK 1,341

The designer’s own yarn suggestions

PetiteKnit also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.

The pattern specifies Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2

The pattern specifies Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

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Where can I buy yarn for Monday Sweater?

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Hjelholt Uldspinderi

Pelsuld 8/2

Okänd fiber

Weight

100 g

Length

400 m

You need

3 skeins

Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 209 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 627
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Knitting for Olive

Soft Silk Mohair

70% mohair, 30% silke

Weight

25 g

Length

225 m

You need

6 skeins

YllotyllCheapest
from SEK 119 / skein
SEK 714
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Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 135 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 810
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60 Garner Nord
from SEK 140 / skein
SEK 840
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Buy all yarn · size M

3 × Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2
6 × Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

Estimated total cost: SEK 1,341 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,437

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Alternative yarns for Monday 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 Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2

Good match ✓97%

Sandnes Garn

Mandarin Petit

Okänd fiber

Works because: same gauge · same length per gram · similar fibre.

Warmth: In between
Softness: In between
Itchiness: In between
Weight: In between

50 g · 180 m

from SEK 41 / skein

Good match ✓96%

Daily Stitch

Acrylic

100% akryl

Works because: same gauge · same length per gram · similar fibre.

Good to know

Your yarn is heavier per metre – the garment may end up heavier and drape differently than in the photo

Warmth: In between
Softness: In between
Itchiness: Non-itchy
Weight: In between

100 g · 350 m

from SEK 23 / skein

Good match ✓94%

Drops

Safran

Okänd fiber

Works because: same gauge · length approx. 3 m/g (vs 4 m/g) · similar fibre.

Good to know

Your yarn is heavier per metre – the garment may end up heavier and drape differently than in the photo

Warmth: In between
Softness: In between
Itchiness: In between
Weight: In between

50 g · 160 m

from SEK 22 / skein

Good match ✓94%

Friends

Cotton 8/4

Okänd fiber

Works because: same gauge · length approx. 3 m/g (vs 4 m/g) · similar fibre.

Good to know

Your yarn is heavier per metre – the garment may end up heavier and drape differently than in the photo

Warmth: In between
Softness: In between
Itchiness: In between
Weight: In between

50 g · 160 m

from SEK 239 / skein

Instead of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

We can’t find any more alternatives available to buy that give the right measurements for this pattern right now.

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 Monday Sweater

How much yarn do I need for Monday Sweater?

XS: 3 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 5 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
S: 3 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 6 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
M: 3 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 6 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
L: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 6 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
XL: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 7 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
2XL: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 7 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
3XL: 4 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 8 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
4XL: 5 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 8 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
5XL: 5 skeins Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 + 9 skeins Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

Which yarn is used in Monday Sweater?

The pattern is written for Hjelholt Uldspinderi Pelsuld 8/2 (main yarn) and Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (held together with). Gauge: 21 sts x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles.

Can I use a different yarn for Monday Sweater?

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.