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Craftsy

The Top-Down Icelandic Sweater

via Craftsy

Overview

Learn from Icelandic designer Ragga Eiríksdóttir how to knit a traditional yoke sweater from the top down. She teaches you about Iceland’s rich knitting history as you work authentic lopi yarn almost entirely in the round. Steek Ragga’s Maren pattern into a fun cardigan and stylize it using decorative ribbing and buttons.

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Introduction
  • Knitting in Iceland
  • Getting Started
  • Casting On
  • Color Shaping in the Yoke
  • Shaping the Back
  • Sleeve Set Up
  • Ribbing Options
  • Casting Off
  • Sleeves
  • Wash and Care
  • Steeking and Button Band

Taught by

Ragga Eiriksdottir

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