Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Interweave (April 1, 2010)
ISBN-10: 1596681713
ISBN-13: 978-1596681712

Interweave formats available:
Paperback SKU: 10KN03
eBook SKU: 10Z002

The quintessential European knitting cultures of Iceland, Norway, Sweden and the Shetland Isles offer abundant folk art and handicraft customs. Northern Knits explores these rich landscapes and showcases their vintage designs, wools, and classic style. With a gorgeous collection of 20 women’s garments and accessories, Northern Knits reveals the many classic wool yarns and designs that make regional knitting unique.

Explore a range of techniques and pattern ideas including knitting in the round and steeking, lace, cables, Fair Isle, twined knitting, and embroidery.

This is the perfect hands-on guide for anyone interested in learning about knitting history and learning the time-tested techniques for creating Shetland lace shawls, Icelandic textured jackets, Norwegian cardigans, and Swedish twined socks.

Paperback published in April 2010 by Interweave

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