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Saga Sweater – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Tools
- 4 mm circular needle (40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm), 3 mm circular needle (40, 80 and/or 100 cm) and 3 mm double-pointed needles.
- Gauge
- 23 sts × 27 rows = 10 × 10 cm in textured stitch on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking.
Which yarn do you need for Saga Sweater? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Saga Sweater is a textured jumper with cables and a ribbed neckband. It is knitted from the top down with a shoulder construction that transitions into raglan increases. The fit is roomy, with approximately 20 cm of positive ease in the smaller sizes and gradually less in the larger sizes.
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Yarn for Saga Sweater
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M = chest circumference 116 cm, length 61 cm; to fit bust 90–95 cm.
Measurements are for the finished jumper. Length is measured at the centre back, excluding the neckband.
Colour: 1016 PetiteKnit Milk Melangeas specified in the pattern
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Where can I buy yarn for Saga Sweater?
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Weight
50 g
Length
108 m
You need
12 skeins
- Broderi & Garn 1901Cheapest
from SEK 69 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 828
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 69 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 828
Visit shop → - StickAnn
from SEK 69 / skein
SEK 828
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Buy all yarn · size M
- 12 × Sandnes Garn Atlas
Estimated total cost: SEK 828 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 828
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Alternative yarns for Saga Sweater
We only suggest yarns with a very similar gauge and length per gram – so your garment comes out the right size, even with a different brand.
Want the yarn to feel different?
Instead of Sandnes Garn Atlas
Always make a gauge swatch when substituting yarn. Our assessment of feel is based on fibre and spinning method – everyone experiences itchiness differently.
Frequently asked questions about yarn for Saga Sweater
How much yarn do I need for Saga Sweater?
- XXS: 11 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- XS: 11 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- S: 12 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- M: 12 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- L: 13 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- XL: 13 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- 2XL: 14 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- 3XL: 14 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- 4XL: 15 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
- 5XL: 15 skeins Sandnes Garn Atlas
Which yarn is used in Saga Sweater?
The pattern is written for Sandnes Garn Atlas (main yarn). Gauge: 23 sts × 27 rows = 10 × 10 cm in textured stitch on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking..
Can I use a different yarn for Saga Sweater?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Atlas among our yarns is Gepard Garn Puno (89% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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