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Author
Publisher
Trafalgar Square Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Three hundred years ago, Norwegian fishermen went to sea no matter the wind or weather--and they needed warm, comfortable, durable sweaters to protect them from the cold while they worked. Now, photographs and documentation of surviving examples have been brought together to form the foundation for this collection: timeless traditional patterning applied to modern styling and shaping, for a selection of sweaters, cardigans, hats, mittens, vests,...
3) Norway's knitted heritage: the history, surprises, and legacy of traditional Nordic sweater patterns
Author
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Nordic knitting designs have long enchanted the world. What makes their allure and beauty so timeless? The answer is fascinating, and author Annemor Sundbø, known as 'Norway's Sweater Detective,' welcomes you on a wild ride to discover it. She's the foremost expert on the subject of these designs' history and evolution and reveals how the centuries of Norway's culture, prehistory, history, myths, and more have created the patterns we love to knit"--...