Bibliograph

Traditional Nordic knits, over 40 hats, mittens, gloves, and socks, Johanna Wallin ; [translator, Carol Huebscher Rhoades]

Type

Label

Traditional Nordic knits, over 40 hats, mittens, gloves, and socks, Johanna Wallin ; [translator, Carol Huebscher Rhoades]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 153)

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Traditional Nordic knits

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1250382536

Responsibility statement

Johanna Wallin ; [translator, Carol Huebscher Rhoades]

Sub title

over 40 hats, mittens, gloves, and socks

Summary

"The classic Nordic knitting tradition is a widely-respected?and increasingly popular?source of exquisite patterns and design inspiration all over the world. Now, with Traditional Nordic Knits, get a glimpse into the rich history and heritage of this beloved cornerstone of needlecraft. 15 time-honored patterns become over 40 different projects, gracing mittens, gloves, hats, and socks through designs suitable for all levels of experience, and each project is introduced with an example of a historic knitted item and a fascinating explanation of the pattern?s background and origin." -- Amazon.com

Table Of Contents

Abbreviations and techniques -- Wool and yarn -- Hourglass -- Monogram -- Small blocks -- Sun wheel -- Line dance -- Damask -- Water runner -- Selbu pattern -- Engagement pattern -- Wendela and Wendela blue -- Wendela -- Wendela blue -- Margita -- Stripes and vines -- Greta's hat -- Traditional Nordic knitting

Target audience

adult

resource.variantTitle

Nordic knits

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