Hosuband - 0001 White
Iceland’s most-knit yarn. 100% new Icelandic wool — light, warm and weather-honest, made by Ístex from the fleece of Icelandic sheep.
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Overview
- Colour: White (No. 0001)
- Ball: 100 g ≈ 130 m
- Needles: 4–4.5 mm
- Gauge: 19 sts / 10 cm
- Fibre: 80% Icelandic wool, 20% polyamide
- Spun in Iceland by Ístex
The yarn
The sock yarn — wool with backbone
Hosuband is Icelandic wool reinforced with 20% polyamide, made for knitting that has to survive hard wear. Socks first and foremost — but it also makes tough mittens, hats and everyday sweaters that hold their shape year after year.
How much do I need?
- Pair of socks: 1 skein
- Mittens: 1 skein
- Adult sweater: 6–8 skeins
Rough guides — every pattern lists exact amounts per size. Buy one extra per colour; dye lots can vary between orders. Knitting your first lopapeysa? Start with our guide, or browse free patterns.
Shipping, duties & care
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US & Canada orders — duties & taxes are collected at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery — no customs bills, no courier fees. How it works
Returns — unused yarn in original condition; see our return policy.
Care — air finished garments rather than washing; when needed, hand-wash cool and dry flat.
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