Knit Like a Norwegian: 30 Stunning Patterns from Scandinavia's Top Designers

Knit Like a Norwegian is the ultimate inspirational handbook from today's hottest Norwegian knitting superstars. Six of Norway's most popular knit designers have come together to create this stunning collection. From the warmth and charm of Arne & Carlos to classic, elegant cable patterns from Linda Marveng; from the lush, vivid colours of Bente Presterud to the irresistible contemporary look of Birger Berge - this book has it all. A must-have for any knitter who's been searching for the best of the best in modern Norwegian crafting design! Featured in this book garments cover an incredible variety of looks and styles, combining the best of Norwegian knitting tradition and cutting-edge contemporary design, for women and men.

About the authors of this book
Arne Nerjordet and Carlos Zachrison―Norwegian and Swedish, respectively―established Arne & Carlos, a clothing design company, in 2002. Drawing on their traditional Scandinavian influences and their natural environment, they create original and visually striking knitwear. Their creative base is in the Valdres region of Norway, north of Oslo.

Birger Berge is educated as a historian and works at The Holberg Prize, UiB. He is passionate about traditional craftsmanship and spends much of his time developing knitting patterns that show the rich tradition. He resides in Bergen, Norway. 

Since 2008 Bente Presterud has run her company Bente Presterud Design, which is located in Nannestad, north of Akershus. She designs knitting and crochet patterns and is also a needlework consultant.

Linda Marveng loves designing feminine knitwear, especially with cables and texture. Linda designs for both Norwegian and international magazines, reviews knitting publications, translates patterns, and teaches courses. She resides in Oslo, Norway.

Designer Iselin Hafseld graduated from SHKS in Oslo. She is best known for creating collections of exclusive knitwear with a relaxed elegance.

Format Hardcover | 160 pages
Dimensions 1.52 cms H x 29.97 cms L x 21.59 cms W | 820g
Publication date 4 May 2021
Publisher Trafalgar Square Books
Language English
ISBN: 1646010485 EAN: 9781646010486