Selbu Mittens: Discover the Rich History of a Norwegian Knitting Tradition with Over 500 Charts and 35 Classic Patterns
(By Anne Bårdsgård)
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The result? The ultimate compendium for any Norwegian mitten enthusiast, produced in conjunction with a one-of-a-kind exhibition of gloves and mittens from Selbu at the Sverresborg Tr�ndelag Folkemuseum. Now available in English for the first time since the original Norwegian publication, this gorgeous and inspiring resource features full-color photographs of both original Selbu mittens and painstaking reconstructions, plus hundreds of charts for dozens of different types of patterns, all firmly rooted in the heart of Selbu tradition.
A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of Selbu patterning. Pages upon pages of over 500 colorwork charts, organized according to the source of their inspiration. Complete patterns for 35 mittens and gloves from the original museum collection, with short biographies of the original designers. Or choose from an overflowing selection of motifs for palms, thumbs, cuffs, and more to create endlessly fascinating combinations!”
