Where to buy a Lopapeysa

Find out where you can buy your very own Icelandic lopapeysa wool sweater in Iceland including where to shop in Reykjavik, how much they cost, and more!

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[arnijonsson]

Hey, my grandmother works in the handknitting association of Iceland and my aunt did once also work there. I think i can considder myself lucky that my mom, grandma and great grandma all know how to make these.

[jennscudericrafts]

I got mine in a second hand shop called Fatamarkaðurinn on Laugavegur Street. It's a zip cardigan and was 9500kr (around $67 after the tax refund). I hesitated about getting one because I live in Los Angeles, but I wore it every day of my Iceland trip, plus a lot this winter - it's been in the 30s and 40s here! I kind of love that it's used and had a bunch of adventures before I got it but still looks perfect. :)

[cksqult]

If you know how to knit, you couls also buy lopi/woll at Álafoss in Mosfellsbær and knit a custum made one yourself. They also offer pattern.

[eirmynt]

The Handknitting Association can make custom or special order sweaters as well. You just have to pay for shipping unless you can pick it up in 3-4 weeks. Sweaters go from 21.200 ISK and up. Don't hesitate to ask staff for help if you have a budget, they can help you but like a said a starting point for a sweater is around 21.000. If a sweater is under that price it's a sign it's either machine knit or made in China. You can sometimes find knitters selling for under 20.000 ISK at markets but they are pretty much giving their work for free.

[kimmoss-allen]

I found I couldn't really afford the sweater at the Handknitters Association BUT I did find a really nice lopopesa vest. Like the sweater without the sleeves. ❤️

[TheOtherChef]

I"m in Reykjavik right now! ...this is amazing!

[davidholt]

Youtube is amazing. I wanted to know more about Icelandic sweaters and here you are! Great channel.

[monkeyflock]

What is the best way to care for a lopapeysa? I'd like to get one on my trip but just want to make sure I treat it the right way for washing vs. dry cleaning?

[isarose]

I urge you to do more videos about sweaters and knitting and sheep and the Lopi wool-you'll attract a whole other group of tourists. Also trolls, elves, fairies etc...

[GodstoneHawk]

Really cool I dint even talk Icelandic on YouTube for a long ago than.. I’ll talk Icelandic now ;). Úúú flott lopapeysa 👍

[JoyceP]

Just got back from my second trip to Iceland and I can't believe I STILL haven't been to the Handknitting Association of Iceland. Next time for sure!

[camraan]

Hey, thanks for the video, I also wanted to ask if Icelandic wool thermals would be available ? since they would obviously be the best thermal wear I guess.

[angharadllewellyn]

Getting an authentic lopapeysa is easy. 1. Order wool from Iceland. 2. Knit your own sweater using a traditional pattern, also from Iceland.

[marcabondurant]

Bought a beautiful lopapeysa at the Red Cross today. <3

[carogln]

I didn't find the answer to my question in the previous comments, so how do I know if the Lopapeysa I want is genuine? For example, in the gas stations or near the waterfalls, aren't there any "fake" ones, tourist catchers? I wanted to go to the Reykjavik association on my arrival to enjoy it during my stay but I arrive on a Saturday and I leave on Sunday to start my road trip, and the shop is closed these two days. The only time I will be back in Reykjavik during the week will be my last day...
Thanks for your help !

[nickivlachou]

I am looking for longer pullovers that go nearly to the knees, like a dress. Knittet mini dresses and knitten coats or very long jackets with the Iceland patterns. Where can I find them?

[christinarobinson]

What do you wear underneath so you don’t itch! I love mine, but am really sensitive

[samanthalowther]

Hi, do you mind me asking you where you got the pattern for your lopapeysa please?

[AutumnFire]

For those of us unfortunate enough to have a wool allergy, are there any lopapeysas made with other fibers?

[sleepnomore]

Please write the name of Icelandic towns in large font in your videos when you say them and slow the prononuciation so we know what you are referring to and can google them. The captions never pick it up. Ex: 5:12 No clue what you said or the town before it