Knits from Around Norway - by Nina Granlund Saether (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Originally published in Norwegian as Strikk fra hele Norge,<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The latest from the author of <i>Mittens from Around Norway</i>.</b> <p>Nina Granlund Sæther has captivated knitters intrigued by the textile history of Norway, with deep dives into the rich pattern traditions for both mitten- and sock-knitting that have formed in various regions of the country. Now she expands her scope to knitwear of all kinds, including shawls, sweaters, cardigans, hats, and more, in this brand-new collection. With her trademark attention to detail and patience for painstaking reproduction of knitted patterns, based on archival photographs and examples preserved in museum collections, Nina guides readers through the history and origins of each design, in a fascinating step-by-step tour of Norwegian knitting tradition no knitter should be without.</p> <p>Inside, you'll find: </p> <ul> <li>A wide variety of styles and techniques, including colorwork, relief stitch, openwork, cabling, and more</li> <li>Adaptable patterns for men and women in sizes from S to XXL</li> <li>Tips and tricks covering multiple knitting skills, including working in multiple colors, finishing necklines and sweater edges, and picking up and completing thumbs and heels</li> <li>A deeper understanding of Scandinavian knitting history--and of the living cultural traditions that follow in its footsteps today</li> </ul><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>If you think Selbu mittens are the be-all and end-all, know you've only scratched the surface of the humble hand warmer's legacy. ... Cables and fans; single-colored stockinette; rose, moose, and cat motifs; plus snowflakes, snowflakes, and more snowflakes: On these pages are mitts for kids, men, and women from all corners of this beautiful country.―<strong>Noro Knitting</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>, December 2017, <em>Mittens from Around Norway</em></p> <p>Sæther celebrates traditional knitwear from Norway, her homeland, "where it's easy to end up with cold fingers more than six months of the year" with this collection of 40 classic knitwear design patterns best suited for advanced knitters.―<strong>Publishers Weekly</strong>, June 2017, <em>Mittens from Around Norway</em></p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Nina Granlund Sæther</strong> grew up in Asker, Norway, just outside Oslo. Her love for and interest in knitting, sewing, embroidery, and crochet started before she was even old enough to go to school. She is educated as a craft teacher and worked for a short time in high school. In 1987 she started her career as a journalist with Norsk Husflid, a Norwegian arts and crafts magazine. Today she works as an editor in chief at Hus & Bolig, a magazine about houses and property. In 2013 she was honored for her work by The Norwegian Specialized Press Association. Sæther has written several books about arts and crafts, and also designs for some Norwegian magazines; her focus is creating original and visually striking craft in a Scandinavian-influenced tradition. She is the author of <em>Mittens from Around Norway</em> and <em>Socks from Around Norway</em> published by Trafalgar Square Books.</p>
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