Knit Like a Latvian - Ieva Ozolina

From David & Charles, Knit Like a Latvian by Ieva Ozolina is a paperback pattern collection featuring 50 designs for traditional Latvian mittens, alongside variations for fingerless gloves and wrist warmers. Written to be approachable for knitters of all abilities, it offers a contemporary route into a distinctive style of colour and motif-led knitting, with simpler options designed to suit even novice makers.

Alongside the patterns, the text explores the cultural place of knitted mittens in Latvia, including their traditional role at Latvian weddings and the way knitting is taught to children from an early age. With colour illustrations throughout, it’s an inspiring addition to a craft library for anyone looking to knit accessories with traditional Latvian design motifs, whether you’re building skills or expanding your repertoire.

Key features

• 50 patterns for mittens, fingerless gloves and wrist warmers
• Designed to suit knitters of all abilities, including novice knitters
• Traditional Latvian design motifs with a contemporary approach
• Includes references to folk traditions surrounding knitted mittens in Latvia
• Colour illustrations

Specifications

• Author: Ieva Ozolina
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 128
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 28 February 2018
• ISBN: 9781446306727

Sizing

210 x 273 x 12 mm

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