Yarn alternatives for the Alma Sweater

by Mille Fournaise

Here you’ll find yarn alternatives for the Alma Sweater.

How do you find a yarn alternative?

In all patterns from Athene Knitwear, you are free to choose the type of yarn you prefer. The most important thing is to ensure that the yarn matches the gauge stated in the pattern. This way, your final result will fit the given measurements. However, please note that if you choose a different yarn than the original, the finished sweater may have a slightly different look depending on the yarn’s properties.

For the Alma Sweater, the gauge is 24 stitches x 34 rows on 4 mm needles in stockinette stitch.

The pattern is available in the following sizes: XS (S) M (L) XL

How to find a budget-friendly yarn alternative for the Alma Sweater?

When looking for budget-friendly alternatives, you can consider omitting the mohair in the sweater – as mohair is often what makes it more expensive.

However, if you, like me, love mohair, you can opt for a more affordable version. Personally, I love Drops Kid-Silk because it offers great quality at a reasonable price. Find Kid-Silk here.

Below, you’ll find an overview of our recommended yarn alternatives for the Alma Sweater.

Original Yarn:

Materials: 1 strand of Drops Baby Merino (50 g ≈ 175 m) can be knitted together with 1 strand of Drops Kid-Silk (25 g ≈ 210 m).

Amount needed:

  • 400 (450-500) 500-550 (550-600) 600 g Baby Merino
  • 150-175 (175-200) 200-225 (225-250) 250 g Kid-Silk

Price (without mohair): 232 (290) 319 (348) 348 DKK. Find Baby Merino here.
Price (with mohair): 526 (636) 697 (748) 748 DKK. Find Kid-Silk here.

Prices are approximate.

 

1st Alternative:

Materials: 1 strand of Pernilla from Filcolana (50 g ≈ 175 m)

Amount needed:

  • 400 (450-500) 500-550 (550-600) 600 g Pernilla

Price (without mohair): 336 (420) 462 (504) 504 DKK. Find Pernilla here.

Prices are approximate.

 

2nd Alternative:

Materials: 1 strand of Mayflower Easy Care (50 g ≈ 185 m)

Amount needed:

  • 400 (450-500) 500-550 (550-600) 600 g Mayflower Easy Care

Price (without mohair): 208 (260) 286 (312) 312 DKK. Find Easy Care here.

Prices are approximate.

 

Do you have a great yarn alternative for the Alma Sweater?

Send a message to @atheneknitwear on Instagram or email atheneknitwear@gmail.com with your suggested yarn alternative!

 

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