Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen’s Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns by Lotte Rahbek & Gitte Verner Jensen

A beautiful addition to knitting libraries, this beautiful tome includes modern designs that are attractive to wear.  Steeped in tradition, each garment is based on historic designs captured in vintage photography.

The book is a wonderful opportunity to stay in touch with the classic roots of knitting, while still creating a current wardrobe.  The book includes both adult & children’s sizes, with patterns in stranded colorwork, iconic cables & stripes.  There are even sweaters inspired by fishing nets & sailor collars!

Each pattern includes well written instructions, color photography & clear schematics.

• Book includes 19 sweater patterns
• Hardcover, 287 pages