Mittens of Latvia by Maruta Grasmane

Maruta Grasmane is a Latvian national costume expert, renowned lecturer & Latvian culture expert who is best known for founding the SENĀ KLĒTS (Old Granary).  This incredible storehouse safeguards a collection of Latvian national costumes for future generations to appreciate.

Passionate about preserving Latvian history & knitting traditions, Maruta Grasmane has created an iconic collection of 178 knit mitten patterns that are replicas of authentic & original museum pieces.

Mittens of Latvia is a fascinating & exciting book that brings the authentic, stranded colorwork mitten designs to your needles.  Knit, wear & gift history as you learn about Latvian knitting tradition & create cozy, colorful mittens.  

In addition to the patterns, the book also includes an essay on the symbolism of mittens in Latvian folklore, knitting traditions & an excerpt on the regional traditions of Latvia.

Each pattern includes full color charts, as well as beautiful finished knit mitten photography.  There are instructions & advice for knitters, a list of pattern elements & glossary of knitting symbols. 

Details
433 pages
Hardcover 

178 knit mitten patterns  
Language: English

ISBN: 978-9934-8555-1-1
Weight: Approx. 3.3 lbs
Dimensions: 6” x 11.1” x 1.4”