Helenes Islender
#HELENESISLENDER
The «Icelander» is a classic scandinavian handknit with deep roots for ourdoor wear.
Helenes version is a top-down 1960s inspired version with drop shoulders, positive ease and a cropped cut, with room for layering.
The pattern PDF includes both the Norwegian and English pattern, and can be bought via Ravelry, Etsy and Knitapp.
PATTERN INFO
Needles: 3.5 & 4 mm
Yarn: Fabel Knitwear Ask
Size: (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL)
Bust: (134) 140 (148) 156 (164) 172 (180) cm
Note that the sweater has 25 – 50 cm positive ease, depending on your preference. Mine has aprox 40 cm. This can be adjusted for preference.
Quantity main colour: (230) 250 (300) 350 (350) 380 400 g
Quantity colourwork: (100) 100 (100) 150 (200) 200 (250) g
Gauge: 19 sts = 10 cm
Row gauge: 24.5 sts = 10 cm