Traditional Scandinavian Knitting
Download or Read eBook Traditional Scandinavian Knitting PDF written by Sheila McGregor and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Sheila McGregor |
| Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2004-01-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0486433005 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780486433004 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (05 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Traditional Scandinavian Knitting by : Sheila McGregor
Book excerpt: An expert on traditional Scandinavian knitting explains the distinctive craft's origins, its various types, and knitting techniques in this classic guide. Sheila McGregor's in-depth treatment ranges from the regional styles of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to those of the North Atlantic Islands of Faeroe and Iceland. Vibrant patterns for an array of garments include jerseys, gloves and mittens, stockings, and caps. Illustrated with 191 black-and-white and 20 color pictures, this volume is well known and prized among longtime practitioners of the craft. Its return to print will delight a new generation of knitting enthusiasts.
