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Skagen Sweater – yarn and yarn alternatives
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Tools
- Circular needles 4 mm (40 cm), 4,5 mm (25–120 cm) and 5 mm (40–120 cm).
- Gauge
- 17 sts x 24 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 5 mm needles after blocking.
Which yarn do you need for Skagen Sweater? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Skagen Sweater is a roomy jumper with vertical cable panels across both the body and sleeves. The combination of merino yarn and Suri Silk gives the garment a soft look, with ribbed edges and a folded neckband. The pattern uses charts, cables worked without a cable needle and an Italian cast-off, and is available in Swedish.
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Yarn for Skagen Sweater
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1 = body chest circumference 75–85 cm, garment chest circumference 107 cm, length 54,5 cm, upper arm circumference 37 cm, yoke depth 23,5 cm.
Intended positive ease: approximately 20–35 cm.
Length and yoke depth are measured at the centre back, excluding the neckband. Recommended sleeve length for all sizes: 42 cm from the underarm cast-on edge.
8 skeins
Colour: none selectedThe pattern’s colour {färg} is currently out of stock.
5 skeins
Colour: none selected
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
Coco Amour Knitwear also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk – is not available in any shop right now, so we’re showing a yarn you can buy
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Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
8 skeins
- 60 Garner NordCheapest
from SEK 110 / skein
SEK 880
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from SEK 110 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 880
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from SEK 115 / skein
SEK 920
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Weight
50 g
Length
275 m
You need
5 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 56 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 280
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Buy all yarn · size 1
- 8 × Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- 5 × Isager Highland Wool
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,160 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,160
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Alternative yarns for Skagen 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 Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
Instead of Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
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 Skagen Sweater
How much yarn do I need for Skagen Sweater?
- 1: 8 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino + 4 skeins Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
- 2: 9 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino + 4 skeins Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
- 3: 10 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino + 4 skeins Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
- 4: 11 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino + 5 skeins Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
- 5: 12 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino + 5 skeins Olivia and Oliver Fibres Suri Silk
Which yarn is used in Skagen Sweater?
The pattern is written for Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino (main yarn) and Isager Highland Wool (held together with). Gauge: 17 sts x 24 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 5 mm needles after blocking..
Can I use a different yarn for Skagen Sweater?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Heavy Merino among our yarns is Lana Gatto Eco Cashmere (94% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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