Icelandic Knits: 18 Timeless Lopapeysa Sweater Designs
By (Author) Pirjo Iivonen
By (author) Tiina Kaarela
By (author) Annika Konttaniemi
By (author) Niina Laitinen
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
12th October 2022
13th October 2022
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Fashion and textile design
746.4320432
Hardback
160
Width 217mm, Height 262mm, Spine 21mm
870g
Icelandic patternwork has always been popular in the knitting world and now so more than ever!
Icelandic Knits features 8 trending Finnish knitwear designers and featuring their own interpretations of the famous lopapeysa jumper. The designs include a mix of the more traditional as well as some designs with a modern twist, such as addition of a hood or creating a cardigan instead of a jumper. There are also instructions for hand-dyeing the yarn to personalise your look.
Including a collection of 18 sweater designs for women, men and children. The instructions are presented with clear diagrams and stunning photographs showcasing the stunning landscapes of Lapland that will make you yearn for the cosy jumpers and Nordic Noir.
Icelandic Knits brings together eight popular Finnish authors, who have made their own interpretations of the traditional lopapeysa sweater.