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Synopsis
Over 40 sock designs to knit for men, women and children, inspired by the beautiful traditional folk patterns found across Norway.
Nina Granlund Sæther is back with this brand-new sequel to Mittens from Norway.
Discover sock designs based on traditional Norwegian patterns and techniques from all across Norway and learn the fascinating stories behind them. The book includes a captivating collection of archive images that the author has lovingly collated from museums all over Norway, and the contemporary interpretation of each design is accompanied by a fascinating account of the story behind it.
There are over 40 projects to choose from, for men, women and children, and all include clear instructions, charts and stunning photography. In addition, there is advice on different sizes and yarns, along with six alternative ways to knit heels and toes.
Whether you choose to knit your way around Norway or make a single pair for yourself or for a special person, these socks are quick to knit, are wearable all year round and are stunning, heritage garments that will last you for many years to come.
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From the Author
Nina Granlund Sæther grew up in Asker, Norway, just outside Oslo. Her love and interest for knitting, sewing, embroidery and crochet started before going to school. She is educated as a craft teacher, and worked for a short time in high school. In 1987 she started her career as a journalist for Norsk Husflid, a Norwegian Arts and Crafts Magazine. Today she is an Editor-in-Chief at Hus & Bolig, a magazine about houses and property. In 2013 she was honoured for her work by The Norwegian Specialised Press Association.
Sæther has written several books about arts and crafts, and also designs for some Norwegian magazines. Making Cushions and Pillows is her first book published outside Norway. She is creating original and visually striking craft in a Scandinavian-influenced tradition.
From the Back Cover
Take a journey through Norway's isles and discover a wealth of traditional Norwegian sock designs and the fascinating 400-year-old stories behind them.
In this brand new book from the author of Mittens from Norway, one of Norway’s favourite knitting designers Nina Granlund Sæther provides over 40 sock patterns based on traditional Scandinavian techniques and designs.
Each of the patterns represents a sensitive reworking of a historical design, and includes easy-to-follow instructions, charts and stunning photography. There are patterns suitable for men, women and children, and advice and instruction on sizes and yarns as well as six different ways to knit heels and toes.
Whether you choose to knit every pair or make a single gift for a special person, this stunning collection of Norwegian sock designs provides a fascinating insight into Scandinavian knitting tradition that belongs on every knitter’s bookshelf.
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- PublisherSearch Press
- Publication date2019
- ISBN 10 1782217444
- ISBN 13 9781782217442
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages200
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