Icelandic Mittens by Guðrún Hannele Henttinen
This gorgeous and inspiring resource was produced in conjunction with a one-of-a-kind exhibition of gloves and mittens from the Textile Museum in Blönduós in Northern Iceland. The Textile Museum in Blèonduâos, located in Northern Iceland, houses a unique and fascinating collection of hand-knitted Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Drawn by the weight of history and the wealth of traditional motifs on display in their beautifully preserved one-of-a-kind catalogue, Guðrún Hannele Henttinen, an expert with a degree in textile studies, has reconstructed patterns and charts based on those historical examples, and breathed new life into a stunning selection of mittens and gloves for the modern knitter. In a variety of colours and style, constituting a master class in multi-colour stranded knitting and in a wide range of stitches and techniques, this collection doubles as a design showcase and inspirational guide to these overlooked gems of Nordic knit tradition. In this book you'll find
- 25 patterns of beautiful, warm, wearable mittens and gloves in a variety of colours and styles
- A master class in multi-colour stranded knitting and in a wide range of stitches and techniques
- Full-colour photographs and step-by-step instructions to aid both novice and veteran mitten-knitters
About the author of this book
Guðrún Hannele Henttinen is a teacher of various knitting classes, knitting pattern designer, and technical editing for knitting patterns. She resides in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Format Hardcover | 272 pages
Dimensions 2.21 cms H x 24.00 cms L x 19.99 cms W | 880g
Publication date 28 December 2021
Publisher Trafalgar Square Books
Language English
ISBN: 1646011074 EAN: 9781646011070