Wilderness Knits: Scandi-style sweaters for adventuring outdoors
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23 knitting patterns for jumpers and cardigans to last a lifetime
Combining her love for the outdoors and knitting, Linka Neumann presents patterns for Scandi-style jumpers, cardigans and a headband that will keep you warm and dry, no matter how rough the weather is.
Drawing on traditional Norwegian knitting methods, these designs for thick, woolly knits are not only comfortable and cosy, but also represent an authenticity and style that has stood the test of time. Linka takes inspiration from nature and wildlife for her fresh yet timeless designs. From the Norwegian forests, snow-covered landscapes and fjords to reindeer, wolves and her beloved Husky dogs.
Many of the designs come with variations to suit all tastes, whether you prefer a jumper or a cardigan, a thick or thin garment, sewn-on arms or round yokes. The patterns include instructions for a range of sizes and for both female and male body shapes. There is also a pattern for making Linka’s signature Wilderness Sweater in children’s size.
The projects are showcased in a stunning Norwegian landscape that will make you yearn for the outdoors. And no matter how long or short your adventure, you will be cosy in your bespoke, home-knitted jumper. These knits chime with an eco-conscious, anti-fast fashion sentiment and will literally last you a lifetime of adventuring!
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Additional information
| Publisher | Pavilion Books, 1st edition (2 Sept. 2021) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 144 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1911663836 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1911663836 |
| Dimensions | 20.1 x 1.9 x 25.6 cm |
by Penny
Some may disagree but I found this book to have slightly repetitive yoke patterns which do not fully reflect the wide variety of Icelandic designs. Nevertheless it is a good book and the directions are easy to follow.
by Amazon Customer
Not started anything yet, but have projects planned!
by Stephen Pearce
This book helped me to knit my first ever sweater. I did the Wilderness Sweater – see photos – you start with the waist and knit up the body in the round. Then you do both arms before knitting them onto the same needles in the round. You then do the yolk and finish with the neck and joining under the arms which I did with Kitchener stitch. Weaving in the ends took a while! The pattern is brief and to the point – as a new knitter I consulted YouTube videos to help with some bits – eg how to actually join the arms to the body – I had no concept of how to do that. You also have to learn how to catch floats behind the colour work – especially the paws. I’ve started my second sweater from this book. The actual book is lovely to look at too.
by Cat G
A beautiful book with a variety of different patterns for females, males and children.
by Liz Bell
Excellent wool
by Brigitte
Lots of lovely patterns in this book. Great value for money.
by Stephen Pearce
I bought this beautiful book for myself for Christmas and have not been disappointed. I am really looking forward to making some of the fabulous patterns this year
by Plot lover
I have to admit I am a bit smitten with this book. I am a good way through my first sweater which I am enjoying knitting and pleased with the results so far. The book itself is beautifully presented with inspiring pictures and I would recommend it for that alone.