Istex Einband

Delicate and light Icelandic lace yarn for airy knits

Istex Einband is a thin, lace-like yarn made from 100% Icelandic wool. It looks a bit linen-like at first and feels rough in the hands, but softens significantly with washing and use.

The yarn is particularly suitable for light and airy knits, such as thin sweaters and accessories. It creates very light but still warm pieces that bring out the natural properties of wool.

Einband can be used in many ways depending on the needle size, and the end result can be either dense lace or a very airy knit surface. The yarn stretches with use, so the final size will only be determined after washing.

Material: 100% Icelandic wool
Ball: 50 g = approx. 250 m
Needles: 2–6 mm
Knitting density: 30 sts / 10 cm (2.5 mm), 17 sts / 10 cm (4 mm), 15 sts / 10 cm (6 mm)
Care instructions: airing primarily, if necessary hand wash at 30 °C, soaking for about 10 minutes, rinsing carefully, drying flat, do not hang

Tip: make a sample patch and wash it before sizing the final piece, as the knitwear lives on in washing and use.