In November 1977, a group of people, mainly women, founded The Handknitting Association of Iceland.
Their aim was to increase their income by knitting and selling sweaters and other garments from the unique wool characterstic of the Icelandic sheep.
Icelandic Lopapeysa
The Icelandic Lopapeysa symbolizes a heritage that Icelanders are very proud of. Today, it stands as a symbol of resilience against the challenges of a harsh climate – and also highlights how crucial knitting is to the livelihood of the local community.
