Finnish knitting - knitting designs from Finland

New knitting patterns for fabulous Nordic sweaters

160 pages with 164 color photos and illustrations. Paperback. 26 cm.

Nine knitting experts from the far north have been inspired by their homeland, its landscape, mythology and traditions, and have brought you these 18 beautiful designs for hand-knitted sweaters.
Her handicrafts creatively reflect Finland: a country of forests, meadows, fells and lakes, where elves, fairies and goblins live among moss-covered rocks.

The varied designs for all ages are quick to knit with simple instructions and vivid illustrations. Featuring the signature round yoke and traditional, delicate patterns, knitted from warm Nordic wool in vibrant colors, they delight knitting enthusiasts all over the world. This wonderful knitting book captures the wonderful atmosphere of Finnish nature, captured alongside the knitted pieces in over 70 atmospheric photos.
- With instructions for women's, men's and children's sweaters.
- Instructions for mordant and dyeing wool.
- Insights into the landscape, culture and mythology of Finland.

Bestseller topic Nordic knitting:
Sweater with the typical round yoke inspired by Finnish nature and culture. 18 modern sweater designs, atmospherically photographed in Finnish nature. Simple instructions with clear charts for colorful knitting patterns.

Pirjo Iivonen, Annika Konttaniemi, Niina Laitinen, Katja Makkonen, Merja Ojanperä, Soile Pyhänniska, Anna-Karoliina Tetri, Marjukka Vuorisalo, and Minttu Wikberg are true and authentic experts in Nordic knitting. These nine knitting pattern designers have published their creative ideas in over 35 books. Whether gloves, socks, or sweaters, their knitting projects are always characterized by their love of creativity, Nordic wool, and nature. The earth, snow, and sky, as well as the plants and flowers of Scandinavia's nature, are also the source of inspiration for their Finnish sweaters.

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