A window display of hand-knitted Icelandic wool sweaters and colorful gnomes at The Handknitting Association of Iceland, Reykjavik, recommended by Handpicked Iceland.

A stack of blue and white hand-knitted Icelandic wool sweaters at The Handknitting Association of Iceland, Reykjavik.

Artisan knitting a green Icelandic wool sweater at Handknitting Association of Iceland in Reykjavik.

Colorful, lightweight hand-knitted Icelandic wool shawls on a rack at The Handknitting Association of Iceland in Reykjavik.

Labeling a traditional blue and white lopapeysa at The Handknitting Association of Iceland in Reykjavik.

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The Handknitting Association of Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavík

Shop

Wool

Craft

Made in Iceland

Local material

Founded in 1977 by a group of women, this co-op has grown into a community of over a thousand passionate Icelandic knitters. The shop offers the country’s largest selection of authentic lopapeysa sweaters. Whether you’re interested in handcrafted pieces or a DIY kit featuring traditional Icelandic patterns and wool, quality and traceability are guaranteed. The knowledgeable staff makes the shopping experience even warmer.

Discover the story behind Icelandic knitting, the legacy of a community built over decades, and the people keeping the tradition alive. Read their story in our journal: A close-knit community since 1977.