Vatnsberi (Columbine)

Material: 100% Icelandic lambwool  
Length and weight: 170 m / 50 g per skein  
Recommended needle size: 3 – 5 mm

Each skein contains single-ply Þingborg lopi made from carefully selected first-quality Icelandic lamb’s wool. To achieve bright and vibrant colours, the white lopi is hand-dyed using an acid dye process. This makes every skein slightly unique, with natural variations depending on how deeply the colour develops during dyeing.

The name of this colour is inspired by the flower Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris). Columbine is a tall and elegant perennial known for its delicate, nodding flowers and distinctive shape. It readily self-seeds and can spread widely in gardens, yet its flowers remain uniquely beautiful despite this lively nature.

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Washing instructions

Place the garment in lukewarm water (30°C) with a mild soap and leave it to soak for about five minutes. Gently squeeze out the water and rinse in clean water. Press out excess moisture and lay the garment flat on a towel to dry. Shape the garment carefully while it dries.

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FAQ

What is plötulopi?

Plötulopi is a traditional Icelandic unspun wool (pencil roving) that is used to make authentic Icelandic Lopi sweaters. Because lopi is unspun wool it is fragile and needs to be handled delicately but because of the unique characteristics of the Icelandic wool it's surprisingly strong. Plötulopi can be used one thread but also in two or three threads held together or with other yarn type.

Why is Icelandic wool so warm? 

Icelandic wool has a unique dual fibre structure. The soft inner fibres (þel) provide insulation, while the outer fibres (tog) are strong and naturally water-repellent. Together they create a yarn that is warm, breathable and durable.

Are the colours exactly the same as shown in the pictures?

Our yarn is hand-dyed in small batches, so no two skeins are completely identical. Slight variations in colour give each knitting project a unique and natural character.