I love my Icelandic sweaters, they were certainly a big investment but without them I couldn’t fly in our antique aircraft in winter , so thank you Iceland for keeping me warm at 2000feet 😊
I’m trying to think... nope, I think you covered all the best ones. Leatherwork, perhaps. Good picture books on nature or history. Hm. Anything else? My sister and I grabbed a lava rock we came across and brought it home. Not sure if Iceland approves, but we did it anyway. It looks like a slab of black Swiss cheese.
Álafoss is not selling sweaters made in Iceland, they´re made in China. So it´s not the authentic lopapeysa. With the new law for the lopapeysa there will be a authenticity mark on lopapeysur. Sweaters without the mark are fake, made in sweatshops abroad. Nordic Store bought the company Álafoss a few years back and fired the knitters that used to knit for the company.
Interesting because their website says this, "Álafoss wool store offers a great selection of authentic Icelandic wool sweaters that are hand knitted in Iceland with Icelandic wool and to ensure authenticity, all wool sweaters are marked with the knitters’ name." alafoss.is/pages/about-alafoss I don't know the people who run the store but it would be awful if they are writing that on their website and then sourcing the sweaters from somewhere else.
Best place to get a lopapeysur is the flea market downtown. Just look for old ladies who spend their days making them. You can easily tell what is handmade and what is not. Also to be sure the wool is icelandic and not made with Pakistani Wool. The stores on the high st are usually fake - and the store workers will tell you where they are made..(China) especially if you nudge them to be honest..lol. I absolutely love me Looapeysur and think of the old lady ‘Ama’ who made mine everytime I wear it. 🥰
You can buy Reyka vodka in the US (I've seen it in several grocery/liquor stores in the Midwest). It has a nice clear smooth taste with a peppery finish- I like to mix it with pomegranate juice.
Thank you for this video. We both have sweaters, blankets, the salts are great, and I found a great couple of local artists to bring some Iceland back home with us. Great tips!
Hey Jewells how are you keeping ? I have a load of Blue Lagoon stuff. I love the silica Mud mask or the Algae Mask. And as for the snacks, I had some of those milk chocolate covered licorice balls( Icelandic Horse Doo Doo 😂 )...that was the actual name. Besides all of this, I just got a few post cards :)
I may or may not have 2 Icelandic wool sweaters.. hehe.. one is very thick.. can be worn just that in -20°C without getting cold, and one thin one that is good for spring or autumn.. both of them are between 15-30 years old (I also have one norwegian sweater that is 40 years old)
@@AllThingsIceland if you take good care of them and correctly then they can last basically forever, my dad has sweaters he got when he was a teenager (started being a sailor) and he is now turning 70. sweaters all look good :)
@@azateam depends on where you live? if you live in a cold climate, thick sweater is a nice thing, but if it has mild winters then a thin sweater is a good usable thing to have
Enjoyed hearing about the Lopapeysas! My friend brought me back some of those salts but the best thing was beard oil. It was amazing. Unfortunately I tipped over the little bottle and lost most of that wonderful gift. If you know of where to order Icelandic beard oil, I would love to know. Best wishes!
I love knitting with Lettlopi, and want to by some when I (hopefully) so visit Iceland 🥰🧶 And I love me "Icelandic sweater" (knit in Denmark, but with the Icelandic lopi) Thanks for the video 🙂
Hi Jewels. I am a new subscriber and I LOVE your channel! Your personality resonates with me and I feel we would be friends if I lived there. Iceland is the next country I definitely want to visit. Looking forward to viewing more of your videos - they are interesting and fun to watch.
Hi, I've been watching your videos and I've got a question I hope you can help me solve. I'm 21 and I'm very close to finishing my career called "química farmaceútico biológica" it has no real translation in English but the literal translation is chemist pharmacist biologist, we are involved in almost everything chemistry-related from sample analysis in hospitals, quality analysis in the industry, to the production and investigation for the development of drugs, medicine, and resources and many things more. I desperately want to live in a nature-dominated-not-so-populated country and I've got my sight on Iceland. I'm feeling very passionate about Iceland and I'm already planning to pay several visits to the country to get experience it for my self. I wanted to ask you if you think my career would be useful in Iceland and if there is a market/need for people on my field or should I start developing some extra skills to help me find a job there and eventually move. P.S. Maybe I'll see you around once I'm there. Thanks for everything you've shared on your videos so far
All Things Iceland Thank you very much! That info really helps a lot. I hope that by next year things have already settled so that I can finally go and see Iceland
I know someone who does hand-carved birds. The puffin is dope. I'm getting one for our nautical room. I wish they still sold the replica road signs (the Illfær vegur "difficult road" one in particular). We get the salts for Christmas. I love them too much. Also, soaps with Iceland moss and volcanic sand and Icelandic salts are always a great item. I use the skincare stuff because my job dries me out eay too much.
Hi I’m African and am living in Austria Vienna but I wanna move Iceland to study and world there but I know nobody there and I don’t know how to be there, I love that country, can you give me some information?
wish I saw this video before I went to Iceland 3 weeks ago. I passed by the salts and skin care in your wonderful Duty Free shops. I might have to come back :)
DO YOU HAVE TIKTOK ACCOUNT.? IF NO, YOU SHOULD . IT WILL HELP TO INCREASE YOUR FOLLOWERS. ' MOST FOREIGNERS WILL BE GLAD TO LEARN OF ICELAND...ESPECIALLY FROM A FOREIGNER LIKE YOU. just do it. Edward. Venice California
also.. if you want to get artwork by an East Icelander, here is a wonderful artist facebook.com/glerlist/?ref=page_internal her name is Kata, and works mostly with glass artwork, but she also has kids wool sweaters with unique pattern, postcards, and other trinkets, she is an amazing and nice lady that should be more known :)
are all the sweaters itchy??? i am allergic to wool...though not sure if i am allergic to icelandic wool. i cannot stand that scratchy wool. i would love one of these sweaters...
Spiced up candies would not be a surprise in Mexico, we have lots of chili powder candies or tamarind or hot chilis... will go there ti Iceland some day! Thank you for your great videos, love your attitude, your joy and happiness is contagious! You got a new subscriber in me! Hugs from Querétaro, a very gorgeous city nearby Mexico City
@@anaisabel2956 hummm eating eggs is actually eating a baby chick... While shaving sheep and wearing the wool gets no animal harmed. I'm neither, just saw this question unanswered... Good day!
@@polyphiloprogenitive4614 Sheep need to be sheared at least once a year because they are unable to shed naturally. If they are not sheared the wool will impede their movement, overburden the sheep and can cause it to overheat.
Give this wonderful women a round of applause, literally she is the best, Jewells should have got more cred on this channel😊😉 (trying to be nice)
Thank you for the lovely comment and for watching.
Totally agreed .
The sweaters you wear are just the most beautiful I've seen. Look so good on you.
I love my Icelandic sweaters, they were certainly a big investment but without them I couldn’t fly in our antique aircraft in winter , so thank you Iceland for keeping me warm at 2000feet 😊
Thanks for sharing!
I’m trying to think... nope, I think you covered all the best ones. Leatherwork, perhaps. Good picture books on nature or history. Hm. Anything else? My sister and I grabbed a lava rock we came across and brought it home. Not sure if Iceland approves, but we did it anyway. It looks like a slab of black Swiss cheese.
I'd love to see some Icelandic recipes. Also, it would be interesting to know what alternatives a vegetarian has when eatimg in Iceland. Thanks!
Ok, great. Thanks for the ideas.
Álafoss is not selling sweaters made in Iceland, they´re made in China. So it´s not the authentic lopapeysa. With the new law for the lopapeysa there will be a authenticity mark on lopapeysur. Sweaters without the mark are fake, made in sweatshops abroad. Nordic Store bought the company Álafoss a few years back and fired the knitters that used to knit for the company.
Interesting because their website says this,
"Álafoss wool store offers a great selection of authentic Icelandic wool sweaters that are hand knitted in Iceland with Icelandic wool and to ensure authenticity, all wool sweaters are marked with the knitters’ name."
alafoss.is/pages/about-alafoss
I don't know the people who run the store but it would be awful if they are writing that on their website and then sourcing the sweaters from somewhere else.
Best place to get a lopapeysur is the flea market downtown. Just look for old ladies who spend their days making them. You can easily tell what is handmade and what is not. Also to be sure the wool is icelandic and not made with Pakistani Wool.
The stores on the high st are usually fake - and the store workers will tell you where they are made..(China) especially if you nudge them to be honest..lol.
I absolutely love me Looapeysur and think of the old lady ‘Ama’ who made mine everytime I wear it. 🥰
Good stuff!
Headed to Gulfoss waterfalls next week! 🇮🇸
Thanks for watching and commenting.
When I go to Iceland, the only thing I am bring is the dry fish. I love them n love their strong smell
I can't believe how cheap the handknitted products are. Even machine-knit they would be a bargain.
You can buy Reyka vodka in the US (I've seen it in several grocery/liquor stores in the Midwest). It has a nice clear smooth taste with a peppery finish- I like to mix it with pomegranate juice.
Oh, that sounds tasty!
Thank you for this video. We both have sweaters, blankets, the salts are great, and I found a great couple of local artists to bring some Iceland back home with us. Great tips!
Hey Jewells how are you keeping ? I have a load of Blue Lagoon stuff. I love the silica Mud mask or the Algae Mask.
And as for the snacks, I had some of those milk chocolate covered licorice balls( Icelandic Horse Doo Doo 😂 )...that was the actual name. Besides all of this, I just got a few post cards :)
I am well. How are you doing?
Awesome. I hope you are enjoying the Blue Lagoon products.
LOL at the Icelandic Horse poop candy.
@@AllThingsIceland I'm good, takk fyrir. Just getting on with things. :) Have a lovely weekend ✌
Greetings. Will you be pursuing Icelandic citizenship?
I don’t think I’ve watched one of your videos without you mentioning candy!!.....lol
You rock Jewels!
LOL thanks
I’m enjoying and appreciate your tips for visitors. It’s very useful and applicable information. Thanks for sharing!
Your presentation is very personable and bubbly. You definitely make Iceland seen very exciting.
You can also buy Lopi and knit one for yourself...many grandmas knit for their families. 😊😊😊.
Mjög satt
Silver from Iceland is absolutely beautiful! I have several, uniquely designed rings & pendants. So grateful! 🇮🇸🇨🇦🇮🇸
I love those sweaters but wool makes me itch and break out in hives. On the sheep , no problem, the fleece is fine, when it's spun it kills me. 😔
Are you allergic to Lanolin? I am and I can’t wear wool, because lanolin is the oil they use to treat wool.
That cream & blue jumper is beautiful on you.
Thank you 🤗
Jules, I took notes. Except for the beauty products (Wife may be interested in that though). Great Job!
Great! So glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I may or may not have 2 Icelandic wool sweaters.. hehe.. one is very thick.. can be worn just that in -20°C without getting cold, and one thin one that is good for spring or autumn.. both of them are between 15-30 years old (I also have one norwegian sweater that is 40 years old)
Wow! It is amazing to me how long these sweaters can last. Thanks for sharing.
@@AllThingsIceland if you take good care of them and correctly then they can last basically forever, my dad has sweaters he got when he was a teenager (started being a sailor) and he is now turning 70. sweaters all look good :)
Did you get a thin or heavier Norwegian sweater. I’ll be visting soon and that sounds like a nice, useable keepsake.
@@azateam depends on where you live? if you live in a cold climate, thick sweater is a nice thing, but if it has mild winters then a thin sweater is a good usable thing to have
@@sarabjarnveig87 I live in a state with 120 degree summers and 30 degree snowy winters. Guess I need one of each. 😆
Enjoyed hearing about the Lopapeysas! My friend brought me back some of those salts but the best thing was beard oil. It was amazing. Unfortunately I tipped over the little bottle and lost most of that wonderful gift. If you know of where to order Icelandic beard oil, I would love to know. Best wishes!
Can you do a video on Iceland Cod liver oil please? Thanks
Those jumpers amazing 💗
Agreed!
You have a wonderful voice. It’s a joy to listen to you. I really enjoy your videos.
A hand cream The Spa of Iceland 👍❤
what does the "get the tax back if you keep the receipt" mean?
Are the sweaters itchy?
I love knitting with Lettlopi, and want to by some when I (hopefully) so visit Iceland 🥰🧶 And I love me "Icelandic sweater" (knit in Denmark, but with the Icelandic lopi) Thanks for the video 🙂
Hi Jewels. I am a new subscriber and I LOVE your channel! Your personality resonates with me and I feel we would be friends if I lived there. Iceland is the next country I definitely want to visit. Looking forward to viewing more of your videos - they are interesting and fun to watch.
Aww, thank you for the lovely comment.
Hi, I've been watching your videos and I've got a question I hope you can help me solve.
I'm 21 and I'm very close to finishing my career called "química farmaceútico biológica" it has no real translation in English but the literal translation is chemist pharmacist biologist, we are involved in almost everything chemistry-related from sample analysis in hospitals, quality analysis in the industry, to the production and investigation for the development of drugs, medicine, and resources and many things more.
I desperately want to live in a nature-dominated-not-so-populated country and I've got my sight on Iceland.
I'm feeling very passionate about Iceland and I'm already planning to pay several visits to the country to get experience it for my self.
I wanted to ask you if you think my career would be useful in Iceland and if there is a market/need for people on my field or should I start developing some extra skills to help me find a job there and eventually move.
P.S.
Maybe I'll see you around once I'm there. Thanks for everything you've shared on your videos so far
Hi. It's possible that a company like deCode Genetics is looking for someone with your skills.
All Things Iceland Thank you very much! That info really helps a lot. I hope that by next year things have already settled so that I can finally go and see Iceland
@@moynkey My pleasure and I'm glad it is helpful. Yes, I hope things are better next year too.
Draumur candy is the best but so expensive to order and ship to Boston. It's so good! Chocolate covered salty licorice.
I love liquorice but my husband told me a few days ago it can interfere with blood pressure meds.
I use the black lava salt for baking bread... black bread. People love it.
Nice.
I know someone who does hand-carved birds. The puffin is dope. I'm getting one for our nautical room.
I wish they still sold the replica road signs (the Illfær vegur "difficult road" one in particular).
We get the salts for Christmas. I love them too much. Also, soaps with Iceland moss and volcanic sand and Icelandic salts are always a great item. I use the skincare stuff because my job dries me out eay too much.
Hi I’m African and am living in Austria Vienna but I wanna move Iceland to study and world there but I know nobody there and I don’t know how to be there, I love that country, can you give me some information?
How was Iceland?
wish I saw this video before I went to Iceland 3 weeks ago. I passed by the salts and skin care in your wonderful Duty Free shops. I might have to come back :)
Can guys wear those sweaters or are they different for gents
Yes, guys can definitely wear the sweaters and many Icelanders do. 😊
How do you keep your beautiful hairstyles in Iceland? 🙂
Please share written pattern link you wearing in thumbnail picture
Those sweaters, I definitely want one.....or two, or three :-D
Do they sell those non-alcohol liquors, "essence" to make your moonshine more palatable?
DO YOU HAVE TIKTOK ACCOUNT.? IF NO, YOU SHOULD . IT WILL HELP TO INCREASE YOUR FOLLOWERS. ' MOST FOREIGNERS WILL BE GLAD TO LEARN OF ICELAND...ESPECIALLY FROM A FOREIGNER LIKE YOU. just do it. Edward. Venice California
Thanks for the advice.
What is the name of the store?
All the best looking people on RUclips are vegans! It must be challenging tho, I mostly miss lamb and Icelandic cod🧙♀️💕
Early stage vegans.
also.. if you want to get artwork by an East Icelander, here is a wonderful artist facebook.com/glerlist/?ref=page_internal her name is Kata, and works mostly with glass artwork, but she also has kids wool sweaters with unique pattern, postcards, and other trinkets, she is an amazing and nice lady that should be more known :)
Awesome! Thanks for letting me know and the link.
So glad I found your channel!
Hey Jewels!!
are all the sweaters itchy??? i am allergic to wool...though not sure if i am allergic to icelandic wool. i cannot stand that scratchy wool. i would love one of these sweaters...
Yes, the sweaters can be itchy.
Jewel you close your eyes a lot! Love ya girl! Thanks for all you do.
Thanks 🤗
I got a hat from the swap meet...
Can't wait to visit in October
🥳🥳🥳
Very informative information . Thank you .
Glad to hear that and my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
I am also vegan and I was wondering if you can ever find an Icelandic sweater made without the wool?
Love your videos!
Thank you! It means a lot to hear that. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thanks for the review Jewells
My pleasure and thanks for watching.
@@AllThingsIceland You are welcome
Spiced up candies would not be a surprise in Mexico, we have lots of chili powder candies or tamarind or hot chilis... will go there ti Iceland some day! Thank you for your great videos, love your attitude, your joy and happiness is contagious! You got a new subscriber in me! Hugs from Querétaro, a very gorgeous city nearby Mexico City
I'm so happy to know you are vegan! Is it difficult to do that in Iceland?
Nope, it is not hard, especially in the capital area.
@@AllThingsIceland I would like to hear your justification for wearing wool. I am not vegan but interested in why people think in different ways.
Poly Philoprogenitive because you don’t kill a lamb for wool?
@@anaisabel2956 hummm eating eggs is actually eating a baby chick... While shaving sheep and wearing the wool gets no animal harmed. I'm neither, just saw this question unanswered... Good day!
@@polyphiloprogenitive4614 Sheep need to be sheared at least once a year because they are unable to shed naturally. If they are not sheared the wool will impede their movement, overburden the sheep and can cause it to overheat.
You don't pronounced the h in herbs. My Jamaican friends don't neither 😂
LOL interesting. It is just the way I learned in while growing up.
@@AllThingsIceland Ok
Fifferent herbs your friends be talkin bout breh
@@trimdinbusk thanks