LOFOTEN Hand-Knitted Lopapeysa Sweater

LOFOTEN Lopapeysa, despite its Icelandic style, is named after the Norwegian Lofoten Islands, which are world famous for their codfish. LOFOTEN sweater is knitted with high quality Lettlopi (100% Icelandic wool) yarn. Lettlopi is t the perfect weight for garments that you can wear both indoors and outdoors. Lopi 100% wool yarns are wonderfully warm and beautifully breathable. Lopapeysa is a traditional Icelandic sweater, hand-knitted in a non-varying circle.

MADE TO ORDER. Please allow approximately 4–5 weeks for me to create your sweater especially for you. During peak seasons, the processing time may be extended.

SIZES: XS–L

WOMEN'S SIZES:
XS: Chest — 80 cm | 31", Length to underarm — 38 cm | 15", Sleeve length to underarm — 42 cm | 16.5"
S: Chest — 86 cm | 34", Length to underarm — 38 cm | 15", Sleeve length to underarm — 43 cm | 17"
M: Chest — 97 cm | 38", Length to underarm — 40 cm | 16", Sleeve length to underarm — 43 cm | 17"
L: Chest — 107 cm | 42", Length to underarm — 42 cm | 16.5", Sleeve length to underarm — 44 cm | 17.5"

MEN'S SIZES:
S: Chest — 89 cm | 35", Length to underarm — 41 cm | 16", Sleeve length to underarm — 45 cm | 17.5"
M: Chest — 98 cm | 38.5", Length to underarm — 43 cm | 17", Sleeve length to underarm — 47 cm | 18.5"
L: Chest — 107 cm | 42", Length to underarm — 45 cm | 18", Sleeve length to underarm — 49.5 cm | 19.5"

CARE: Hand wash cold 30°С / 65°F–85°F and warm iron. Do not bleach, do not dry clean. Wash with inside out. Don't let the garment soak. Don't use fabric softener. Gentle agitation only. Dry flat.

HERE you can find LOFOTEN Lopapeysa knitting pattern.

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WHY WOOL?

DURABILITY
Wool fabrics are very durable and flexible. It's natural elasticity means that the fibers will stretch under pressure rather than break, and since the fibers «spring back» when the pressure is released, woolen garments tend to retain their shape. The natural elasticity also makes woolen fabrics resistant to tearing.

ABSORBENCY
Wool can easily absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp or clammy. It wicks moisture away from the body, keeping the person «warm without wet». Wool functions as a «temperature regulator» so it can protect the body in both cold and warm conditions. That is why wool clothing is worn throughout the desert regions of the world where it's hot during the day and cool at night. Wool is truly a versatile all-season fabric.
Even though wool is so absorbent, wringing liquid out a wool garment is effective if it gets soaked. In extreme weather or conditions, wool can be a life-saver!

COMFORT
Wool is an excellent insulator. It keeps heat close to the body by trapping still or dead air within the fibers. To a certain degree, wool is considered water repellent. Small amounts of liquid, such as spills, light rain or snow, will stay on the surface or run off the fabric.
Remember how the wool «fisherman's sweaters» were preferred by the men as they routinely worked in extreme wet and cold conditions?

WEARABILITY
Wool garments do not soil easily and are not easily spotted by grease and oils. Wool does not wrinkle easily. It is resistant to wear and tear. It is lightweight and versatile.

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