The Top-Down Icelandic Sweater

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Designer Ragga Eiríksdóttir teaches you how to knit a fun, authentic Icelandic sweater from the top down and in the round.

Introduction

Meet Ragga and get a sneak peak of what you’ll learn about the Craftsy platform.

Knitting in Iceland

Learn about the materials, history and traditions of Icelandic knitting.

Getting Started

Lay the foundations for a successful sweater project by choosing a size and yarn before finding your gauge.

Casting On

Learn different cast-on techniques.

Color Shaping in the Yoke

Learn how to knit with three colors as you construct the sweater’s yoke.

Shaping the Back

Ragga teaches you how to shape the sweater’s back with tips on knitting short rows and hiding yarn-overs.

Sleeve Set Up

Cast on for the underarms and set up the sweater’s sleeves with Ragga’s detailed instruction.

Ribbing Options

Explore your ribbing options and learn how to easily correct a mistake.

Casting Off

Learn two methods for casting off and Ragga’s approach to weaving in the ends.

Sleeves

Knit the sweater sleeves in the round while working the decreases.

Wash and Care

Learn how to wash, condition and dry your beautiful creation so you can wear it for years.

Steeking and Button Band

Get step-by-step instructions on how to steek your sweater and add a button band if you so desire.