lopapeysa
Lopapeysa is the Icelandic term for a wool sweater knitted from lopi, the native Icelandic fleece. It is best known for its circular yoke, which sits high on the chest and shoulders and is worked in stranded colorwork. The yoke pattern is typically geometric and multicolored, with motifs that vary by maker but retain the distinctive ring of color around the neckline.
Construction usually involves knitting the body and sleeves in the round, starting at the bottom and working
History: The lopapeysa gained popularity in Iceland during the mid-20th century as part of a broader national-cultural