Nordic sailors' & fishermen's sweaters : modern knitwear inspired by historical patterns
Book |
English language edition. |
Abrams,
New York :
2025.
- 1 of 2 Copies Available at Libraries in Niagara Cooperative
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
| Branch | Call Number | Location | Holdable? | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimsby | 746.432 Rah | Non-fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Checked out |
| Seaway | 746.4320432 Rah | Non-Fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Available |
About
"A timeless tribute to nautical knitwear--crafted for today and cherished for generations. Inspired by the rugged beauty and enduring traditions of 19th- and early 20th-century Scandinavian seafarers, this stunning volume offers 23 knitting patterns drawn from the photographic archives of the Maritime Museum in Helsingoør, Denmark. With designs for adults and children, each pattern blends historical authenticity with modern wearability--making this a perfect gift for knitters, history lovers, and anyone drawn to the elegance of Nordic craft. Specially designed for advanced beginners to expert knitters, the book features: Clear, easy-to-follow instructions with skill-building progression -- Gender- and age-neutral garments for the whole family -- Size variations and stitch explanations tailored for accessibility--Gorgeous historic and contemporary photography of each sweater. Beautifully packaged and richly illustrated, Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters is more than a pattern book--it's a celebration of maritime heritage, textile artistry, and the enduring warmth of handmade tradition."
Details
- ISBN: 9781419778711
- Physical Description: 287 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
- Edition: English language edition.
- Publisher: New York : Abrams, 2025.
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General Note:
"Originally published in Danish in 2023 as Et hav af masker by Bogoo, Aarhus, Denmark.
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Formatted Contents Note:
Foreword / Thorbjørn Thaarp -- Introduction -- Colors fo the Sea and Coast, Set in Color History -- Abbreviations -- Levels of Difficulties -- Motifs and Their Meetings -- Historical Photographs from teh M/S/ Maritime Museum -- Two-Color Stranded Knits and Iconic Cables -- Knits Inspired by Fishing Nets and Sailor Collars -- Bubble and Textured Knits -- Classic Striped Knits.