Knitting patterns · Cardigans
Jacket No. 2 – yarn and yarn alternatives
by MY FAVOURITE THINGS knitwear
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Tools
- 4 and 5 mm circular needles (80 or 100 cm). 4 buttons, Ø 20–22 mm.
- Gauge
- 20 sts × 26 rows = 10 × 10 cm in cable pattern on 5 mm needles
Which yarn do you need for Jacket No. 2? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Jacket No. 2 is a roomy cabled cardigan with a deep V-neck and a straight, boxy shape. The extra-long sleeves have a little width and taper towards the cuffs. The cardigan is knitted from the top down with no seaming required. The pattern is in English.
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Yarn for Jacket No. 2
Choose a version and size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
M = circumference 126 cm, length 54 cm, to fit bust 90–95 cm
Length is measured at the centre back below the neckline. The designer recommends approximately 25–30 cm of positive ease.
9 skeins
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4 skeins
Colour: none selected
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
MY FAVOURITE THINGS knitwear also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Isager Jensen
The pattern specifies Isager Highland Wool
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Where can I buy yarn for Jacket No. 2?
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Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
9 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 90 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 810
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from SEK 180 / skein
SEK 1,620
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Weight
50 g
Length
275 m
You need
4 skeins
- Lilla garnbutikenCheapest
from SEK 56 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 224
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Buy all yarn · size M
- 9 × Isager Jensen
- 4 × Isager Highland Wool
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,034 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,034
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Alternative yarns for Jacket No. 2
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 Isager Jensen
Instead of Isager Highland Wool
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 Jacket No. 2
How much yarn do I need for Jacket No. 2?
- XS: 8 skeins Isager Jensen + 3 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- S: 9 skeins Isager Jensen + 3 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- M: 9 skeins Isager Jensen + 4 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- L: 10 skeins Isager Jensen + 4 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- XL: 11 skeins Isager Jensen + 4 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 2XL: 12 skeins Isager Jensen + 5 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 3XL: 13 skeins Isager Jensen + 5 skeins Isager Highland Wool
- 4XL: 13 skeins Isager Jensen + 5 skeins Isager Highland Wool
Which yarn is used in Jacket No. 2?
The pattern is written for Isager Jensen (main yarn, 1 strand held together with highland wool. 3xl: 600–65) and Isager Highland Wool (held together with jensen, 1 strand of each). Gauge: 20 sts × 26 rows = 10 × 10 cm in cable pattern on 5 mm needles.
Can I use a different yarn for Jacket No. 2?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Jensen among our yarns is Knitting for Olive Double Soft Merino (100% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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