Stormur Sweater - Knitting Pattern

The STORMUR SWEATER offers a contemporary take on the classic Icelandic Lopapeysa, seamlessly blending traditional elements with modern knitting techniques suitable for knitters of all skill levels. First, the neck is cast on using the Italian Tubular method, which provides a stretchy and polished edge. Next, the yoke is shaped with a bold, minimalist geometric stranded colourwork pattern. To ensure the colourwork detail remains proportionate across all sizes, multiple charts are included in the design. Subsequently, short rows are implemented below the yoke to shape the sweater for an optimal fit. Afterwards, the sleeves and body are separated and worked in relaxing stockinette stitch, with hem and cuffs finished in simple ribbing, enhanced by an Italian Tubular Bind-off for a neat and stretchy finish.

Designed with comfort in mind, the sweater is intended to be worn with a 15-20 cm positive ease, creating a relaxed silhouette that transitions seamlessly between outdoor adventures and urban settings. However, it can also be worn with a 10-15 cm positive ease for a more fitted yet still comfortable look.

SIZING 

Please choose a size that is 10-20 cm larger than your actual chest circumference. The samples in the photos are size 2 with 15 cm positive ease.

You can choose from nine unisex sizes, with finished chest circumferences of:

89.5 (99) 108 (117.5) 127 (136.5) 143.5 (153) 162.5 cm

A schematic with comprehensive measurements is included in the knitting pattern.

RECOMMENDED YARN 

Sample 1: Ístex -Léttlopi (100% new wool, 50 g = 100 m) in colourways ‘Black Heather’ (MC), ‘Dark Grey’ (CC1), and ‘White’ (CC2):

MC (meters): 815 (900) 995 (1080) 1170 (1280) 1310 (1435) 1540
Grams: 410 (450) 500 (540) 585 (640) 655 (720) 770
Balls: 9 (9) 10 (11) 12 (13) 14 (15) 16

CC1 (meters): 150 (155) 165 (190) 200 (215) 250 (260) 270
Grams: 75 (80) 85 (95) 100 (105) 125 (130) 135
Balls: 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (3) 3 (3) 3

CC2 (meters): 30 (35) 35 (40) 45 (45) 55 (60) 60
Grams: 15 (20) 20 (20) 25 (25) 30 (30) 30
Balls: 1 (1) 1 (1) 1 (1) 1 (1) 1

Sample 2: Höner och Eir - Nutiden (unspun yarn, comes in plates of ~100 g ~ 530 m) in colourways ‘Mörker (MC), ‘Järnvilja (CC1) with nature white as CC2, held double:

MC (meters): 1875 (2075) 2305 (2495) 2710 (2965) 3035 (3335) 3575
Grams: 355 (395) 435 (475) 515 (560) 575 (630) 675

CC1 (meters): 355 (355) 380 (430) 460 (485) 570 (600) 620
Grams: 70 (70) 75 (85) 90 (95) 110 (115) 120

CC2 (meters): 60 (65) 70 (80) 85 (95) 115 (120) 125
Grams: 15 (15) 15 (15) 20 (20) 25 (25) 25

YARN SUBSTITUTES

Any Aran/worsted weight yarn that meets the gauge:

GAUGE

The gauge for stockinette stitch is 17 stitches and 24 rounds per 10 cm, worked with a 4.5 mm needle, after blocking. 

The swatch should be worked in the round. 

NEEDLES 

3.5mm for ribbing, 4.5mm for main body, 5-5.5mm for colourwork (60-120cm circular needles/DPNs).

KNITTING TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES

Stitch markers, stitch holders, waste yarn, a darning needle, and scissors.

PATTERN SPECIFICATIONS

The pattern includes comprehensive written instructions. A schematic with measurements is also provided in the pattern.

This digital knitting pattern has been professionally tech-edited and is available in the following language: English.

*Please note: This product page offers a digital download of the knitting pattern PDF, not a physical product.