Norwegian Handknits collects 30 patterns for folk mittens, socks, scarves, hats, wristers, handbags, knapsacks, and a sweater or two inspired by traditional knits housed in the Vesterheim Museum in Decorah, Iowa. An introduction reflecting on the history of Norwegian-style knitting and the stories behind the handknits that inspired the patterns will be included. Sidebars include classic Norwegian cooking recipes and historical knitting photos.The inspiration for the star (or snowa flake) pattern is from a pair of gloves that were donated to Vesterheim in 1950. Selbu is ... The directions offer two options. Option 1 is the aless finishinga version, which uses purchased leather straps and has no lining. Option 2 is the amore finishinga version, which uses the traditional Nora wegian braid sewn onto wool straps with a separating zipper and wool lining. ... Special. Techniques. Kumihimo Braid: See sidebar on page 73. Pattern Notesanbsp;...
Title | : | Norwegian Handknits |
Author | : | Janine Kosel, Sue Flanders, Laurann Gilbertson |
Publisher | : | Voyageur Press (MN) - 2012-06-05 |
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