Traditional Icelandic Embroidery

Traditional Icelandic Embroidery
Title Traditional Icelandic Embroidery PDF eBook
Author Elsa E. Guðjónsson
Publisher University of Iceland Press
Pages 100
Release 2003
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN

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"Traditional Icelandic Embroidery has been out of print for almost a decade and is now available in revised edition. The main text contains a survey of the history of Icelandic traditional embroidery from the earliest times to the middle of the nineteenth century, emphasizing extant embroideries preserved in the National Museum of Iceland in Reykjavik. Included are fifty-four photographs in full color of embroideries and twenty-four pages of original patterns, all in the National Museum of Iceland, and an extensive updated bibliography of relevant books and articles. Also included are eight pages with stitch diagrams and descriptions of how to work the various techniques used in the embroideries, and twenty-four plates of traditional Icelandic squared embroidery designs.

Traditional Icelandic Embroidery

Traditional Icelandic Embroidery
Title Traditional Icelandic Embroidery PDF eBook
Author Elsa E. Gudjónsson
Publisher
Pages 104
Release 1985
Genre Ecclesiastical embroidery
ISBN

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Includes the history and techniques of Icelandic embroidery as well as a selection of patterns.

Icelandic Patterns in Needlepoint

Icelandic Patterns in Needlepoint
Title Icelandic Patterns in Needlepoint PDF eBook
Author Jóna Sparey
Publisher
Pages 127
Release 1993
Genre Borders, Ornamental (Decorative arts)
ISBN 9780948432903

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Icelandic Handknits

Icelandic Handknits
Title Icelandic Handknits PDF eBook
Author Helene Magnusson
Publisher Voyageur Press (MN)
Pages 148
Release 2013-03-28
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 076034244X

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Presents patterns for twenty-five knitting projects inspired by traditional artifacts from the Textile Museum in Blèonduâos, Iceland, including ideas for such items as mittens, socks, sweaters, wristwarmers, and shoe inserts.

Icelandic Knitting

Icelandic Knitting
Title Icelandic Knitting PDF eBook
Author Helene Magnusson
Publisher
Pages 0
Release 2009-02
Genre Knitting
ISBN 9781844483112

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Illustrated instructions to rose-pattern knitting in Iceland, with twenty-six simple patterns and information on basic techniques and yarns.

Modern Lopi: One: New Approaches to an Icelandic Classic

Modern Lopi: One: New Approaches to an Icelandic Classic
Title Modern Lopi: One: New Approaches to an Icelandic Classic PDF eBook
Author Lars Rains
Publisher
Pages 128
Release 2015-11-13
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9780997000412

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Modern Lopi: One contains patterns tailored to today's lifestyle, celebrating bold, creative palettes. Lars Rains draws inspiration from twentieth-century music, Icelandic mythology, mathematical concepts and drunken bar crawls to craft an innovative collection that explores new and exciting possibilities for this traditional yarn. Modern Lopi: One features designs created from a variety of yarn weights and a kaleidoscope of gorgeous, brilliant hues. With options ranging from bulky to lace and reflecting different skill levels, there's something warm, colorful and cozy for every knitter to be found within these pages

Northern Knits

Northern Knits
Title Northern Knits PDF eBook
Author Lucinda Guy
Publisher Penguin
Pages 400
Release 2013-02-15
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1620331616

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Inspired by folk traditions and the wholesome purity of natural wool yarns, this collection of 20 stunning patterns for both traditional and contemporary women's garments and accessories is perfect for the modern knitter. The traditions of the quintessential knitting cultures of Iceland, Shetland, Norway, and Sweden are examined, from descriptions of the wools and yarns to the history of the clothing traditionally made from them, including breathtaking photomontages of these classic vintage styles. Exploring a range of techniques and knitwear construction, the projects in this guide feature knitting in the round, steeking, lace, cables, Fair Isle, twined knitting, and embroidery and show how to create pieces such as cardigans, sweaters, blouses, scarves, and hats.