Bright holiday colors and motifs abound in this treasury of Christmas stocking patterns inspired by traditional Scandanavian designs. Detailed pattern charts, including a complete alphabet for personalizing stockings with family member names, and designs to create a stocking cap, patterned mittens, and whimsical leg warmers accompany the unique stocking designs included within. Knitters will enjoy creating handmade Christmas decorations that are sure to become treasured family heirlooms.
Comfy multi-color projects to keep you warm all winter long. There's nothing quite as cozy as multicolor stranded knitting—and with quick, fun projects, clear instructions, and easy-to-follow charts, it's never been simpler! Knit designer Jenny Alderbrant has collected 24 of her best-loved patterns for mittens, hats, and socks, with dozens of colors and delightful motifs that'll keep you warm all winter long. Try out time-tested classics like flowers and starry snowflakes, or get creative with cats, butterflies, and more, with these wild and wonderful winter knits! Easy-to-adjust sizes, for children and adults! Eye-catching designs to suit every taste, from traditional Scandinavian and Christmas patterns to unique renditions of adorable snails, charming foxes, and happy tulips. All kinds of decorative options: use your own favorite colors, add pompoms, or swap between faux-cabled brims, ribbed and unribbed cuffs, and picot edgings.
The bestselling author of Big Book of Knitted Mittens and Big Book of Knitted Socks, is back with an all-new collection of patterns: over 70 projects bursting with holiday cheer including gifts and accessories of all sizes, from garments to home dZcor, plus toys, Christmas ornaments, and so much more.more.
This year celebrate your own iconic Scandinavian Christmas -- the traditional tree and its decorations, homely lights against the dark nights, and kitchen tables full of wonderful-looking, wonderful-tasting food - with the help of Hege Barnholt's book. Handmade Scandinavian Christmas has more than 120 craft ideas so whether you want to make Christmas gifts, decorations, wrapping, cakes, bread, scarves, advent calendars, wine, accessories, sweets, flower arrangements, candle holders, cards or even something for the winter birds in your garden, you'll find a stylish but simple project here, complete with instructions (This is what you do...), photographic illustrations, and full-size templates.
Since 2002, Scandinavian knitting sensations Arne and Carlos have used their unique style sense to translate traditional Scandinavian knitwear designs into individual patterns perfect for holiday décor. Here they share 55 hand-stitched knits on a super-small scale, with knitting that’s fast and fun, whatever your skill level. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, how-to tips, and full-color photos for inspiration.
Cozy Scandinavian knits, inspired by the stunning Norwegian landscapes, for keeping warm and dry in all weathers Immerse yourself in the wild spirit of Scandinavia with this gorgeously photographed collection of 23 bespoke sweater, cardigan, and headband designs. Inspired by the beautiful natural landscapes of Norway, Linka Neumann’s designs not only look great, but are also meant to withstand rough weather. Combining style and quality, these cozy wilderness knits have already joined adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts on strenuous trips in both forests and mountains—and on expeditions to Canada and Mount Everest. Beautiful location photography throughout the book sets the scene for these exceptional sweaters to be worn even in the lowest temperatures!
Traditional Nordic patterns can be seen everywhere, from the catwalk to the high street. In this book from new knit designer Eline Oftedal, four iconic Norwegian knitting patterns – Marius, Voss, Setesdal and Fana – are given new shapes and forms. Includes stories about the inspiration and traditions behind each of the patterns, charting their origins and exploring what it is about these patterns that so appeals to knitters all over the world. We are used to seeing these patterns on sweaters, but here is a collection of twenty contemporary projects to bring these iconic designs up to date. Projects include iPad and phone cover, a teddy bear, a toilet roll holder and even a pair of hotpants.
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.
Expert Beth Smith teaches you everything you need to know to spin your own yarn, from choosing a spinning wheel to every stage of preparing your fiber, plying, winding off, and finishing. Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions make it simple and easy!