Álafosslopi

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Álafosslopi is a thick wool yarn; the oldest wool yarn still in production in Iceland. It is excellent for knitting outdoor wear and super cosy garments. Twice the thickness of Lét tlopi. Material: 100% new woolBall: 100 g ~ 100 mSuggested needle sizes: 6-6½ mm (US 10 - 10.5)Gauge 10×10 cm: 13 stitches and 18 rows - Bulky Weight Ístex was established to carry on the Icelandic wool industry that started in Mosfellsbær in 1896. Ístex buys directly from farmers and processes about 99% of all Icelandic wool. Icelandic farmers own 80% of the company. Their commitment with Lopi is to offer high quality products from Icelandic wool to customers that choose natural, sustainable and eco-friendly living. Their wool is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified. Show more