Country Weekend Knits: 25 Classic Patterns for Timeless Knitwear - Softcover

Weston, Madeline

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1906417474 ISBN 13: 9781906417475

Publisher: Jacqui Small, 2010

Synopsis

Fashions come and go, but there are some things that simply never go out of style. Country Weekend Knits features a collection of 25 classic patterns that showcase the rich heritage of traditional British knitwear – cosy jumpers, chunky cardigans, patterned sweater-vests and lightweight lacy cover-ups that all have a timeless appeal.

Divided into four chapters according to origin – ‘ Gansey’ , ‘ Fair Isle’ , ‘ Aran’ and ‘ Shetland Lace’ – the patterns are drawn from all corners of the British Isles and include multicoloured knitting from Fair Isle; lace knitting from the Shetland Isles; textured fishermen’ s ganseys from Cornwall, the east coast of England and Scotland; and chunky Arans from the Isle of Aran, off the west coat of Ireland. Many of the patterns are based on original designs dating as far back as the eighteenth century, which have been passed down through generations of knitters, and some have been reinterpreted with a fresh approach to colour and pattern.

The rich textures of the sumptuous yarns, soft natural colours and intricate patterns of these timeless knits instantly conjure up a host of comforting images – of country walks across windswept hills, besides crashing surf and through the crisp fallen leaves of autumn, of glowing cheeks beside roaring open fires, tankards of ale and traditional cream teas… Whether you’ re a country soul through-and-through or an urbanite at heart, you cannot fail to be seduced by the nostalgic appeal of the traditional patterns collected in Country Weekend Knits.

About this title

About the Author

Madeline Weston and her partner opened their shop The Scottish Merchant in Covent Garden in 1970, and for 20 years it was known as the place in London for buying beautifully made, authentic garments sourced from all parts of the British Isles. Madeline also owned a yarn shop and has done extensive research into traditional knitting patterns; an authority on the subject, she is the author of Country Weekend Knits (Jacqui Small, 2008) and Country Weekend Socks (Jacqui Small, 2010). She now lives in Norfolk.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jacqui Small
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1906417474
• ISBN 13: 9781906417475
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 144