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Istex: Fjallalopi
Fjallalopi is the new member of the Lopi family! It is half the thickness of Léttlopi. Suitable for lighter garments for children and adults alike.
Fibre Content: 100% Wool
Weight/Yardage: 50 g ~ 150 meters / 164 yds
Gauge/Tension: 22 stitches & 29 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) on 3-4 mm
Yarn Weight: Sport/DK
Care: Hand-wash in cool water using a wool specific wash (we {heart} Soak). Dry flat.
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 more than 80% of the company.
Our commitment with Lopi is to offer high quality products from Icelandic wool to customers that choose natural, sustainable and eco-friendly living. Our wool is certified STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®.
Ístex produces knitting yarn made of Icelandic wool, for example, Álafosslopi, Einband, Jöklalopi, Léttlopi, and Plötulopi.
Ístex publishes pattern books with Icelandic design to fulfill the demand for unique, traditional and creative patterns. Ístex also produces Icelandic wool blankets and Icelandic wool duvets.