Norwegian Knits with a Twist Socks, Sweaters, Mittens, Hats, Pillows, Blankets, and a Whole Lot More

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• ISBN13: 9781570766985
• ISBN10: 1570766983
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2014-09-09
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books

Summary

Traditional embroidery, tapestry, and knitting motifs from Setesdal, in the south of Norway, are brilliantly reconceived in this fabulously fresh collection of knitting projects from Arne and Carlos. Through experience gained from working alongside Scandinavia’s most respected knitters, Arne and Carlos seek to preserve tradition—with their own creative “twist”! Over 30 patterns promise endless sources of delight and inspiration: men’s and women’s sweaters, pillows, hats, cowls, mittens, wrist and leg warmers, socks, blankets, and so much more! Includes gorgeous photographs, step-by-step instructions, and pattern diagrams.

Author Biography

Arne Nerjordet and Carlos Zachrison, Norwegian and Swedish, respectively, established Arne & Carlos, a clothing design company, in 2002. Drawing on their traditional Scandinavian influences and their natural environment, they create original and visually striking knitwear. They are the authors of the international best-selling books 55 Christmas Balls to Knit; Easter Knits; Knitted Dolls: and Knit-and-Crochet Garden, also available from Trafalgar Square Books. Their creative base is in the Valdres region of Norway, north of Oslo.

Table of Contents

1. Lice Sweaters from Setesdal
2. Materials
3. Tradition
4. Embroidery
5. Weaving
6. Christmas Cards
7. Stockings
8. Grandmother
9. Relief Stitch Patterns and Double Knitting