Mittens from Around Norway: Over 40 Traditional Knitting Patterns Inspired by Folk-Art Collections

By Nina Granlund Saether and Nina Granlund Sæther

Book Overview

Traditional Norwegian mitten patterns brought to life by Nina Granlund S ther.

Tour the wonders of Norway without ever setting down your knitting needles Let crafting expert Nina Granlund S ther guide you through Norway's mountains, rivers, and countryside as you delve into 400 years of Scandinavian knitting history. Reconstructed from historical sources or drawn directly from the author's familiarity with Norwegian pattern knitting, more than 40 textile treasures are collected here--with instructions translated into English, and measurements and references adapted for American knitters--from the well-loved Selbu mittens to lesser-known delights whose fascinating origins have been carefully traced.

Stunning photographs and easy-to-use pattern charts Mittens from every corner of Norway--a new discovery on every page Three in one: knitting resource, design inspiration, and fascinationg historical reference

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1570768226
• ISBN13: 9781570768224
• Release Date: May 2017
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.4" x 11.0"