Socks from Around Norway: Over 40 Traditional Knitting Patterns Inspired by Norwegian Folk-Art Collections

Socks from Around Norway: Over 40 Traditional Knitting Patterns Inspired by Norwegian Folk-Art Collections by Saether, Nina Granlund. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781570769221.

Your ultimate guide to the warmth, variety, and beauty of traditional Scandinavian socks. Nina Granlund Sæther, author of the acclaimed Mittens from Around Norway, is back with an all-new guide to Norway’s hidden treasures. Explore centuries of Scandinavian sock-knitting history, with dozens of beloved classic patterns plus more obscure design delights, drawn from the author’s in-depth knowledge of Norwegian knitting and reconstructed from carefully-researched historical sources. This stunning compendium of Norwegian knitting tradition is as inspirational as it is eye-catching! Socks for women, men, and children in a variety of styles and designs— stripes, cables, entrelac, and so much more—from every region of Norway. Striking full-color photographs and easy-to-read pattern charts, with instructions, terminology, and measurements adapted for an American knitting audience. Tips, tricks, and a comprehensive guide to traditional methods of heel shaping