Plötulopi is a one-ply, unspun yarn made from 100% virgin Icelandic wool. Despite unspun yarns being typically fragile to knit with, thanks to the long staple length of the fibres in Plötulopi, you can knit soft yet sturdy sweaters and other winter warmers with this gorgeous yarn. Plötulopi can be worked one, two or more plies at a time, depending on how bulky a yarn you want. Gently wind the required number of strands together into a ball by taking the end from the centre and the end from the outside of the plate, or plates. We recommend the continental knitting technique as it permits control with very loose tension. Gauge for 1 ply: 19 sts to 10 cm (4”) over St st using size 4½ mm (old UK 7) (US 7). Used in a single-strand, this wool is wonderful for lace or sweaters. Gauge for 2 ply: 14 sts to 10 cm (4”) over St st using size 5½ mm (old UK 5) (US 9). Work with 2 strands (same gauge as Lettlopi) for typical Icelandic pullovers, jackets, scarves, hats, and mittens.... or work with 3 and 4 strands for coats and blankets. 100% new wool. Unspun yarn, sold by weight as a one-ply, flat, round roll, which is called a “plate”. This wool is delicate because it's unspun, but don't let that put you off. Carefully unwind your wool from the plate (never tug) to knit your stitches before unwinding the next lot. Should your wool break, simply rub the two ends back together with a little water (or spit). Once knitted, the yarn is strong yet soft! Recommended needle size is 4.50mm. Available in a wide selection of colours. Supplied per 100g roll. Made in Iceland.
