Aleks Byrd’s Kindred Knits: Patterns from My Estonian Family Archives is a captivating collection of designs inspired by her grandmother's old sketchbooks and her family’s heirloom crafts. The patterns are innovative and modern, yet rooted in tradition.
“Knitting stitches many things together, far beyond the literal loops of yarn. In this book, it has stitched together generations of my family.”
The book features 15 patterns, ranging from socks and hats to sweaters and cardigans, worked in a variety of techniques — including lace, cables and colourwork, as well as Roosimine, the traditional Estonian inlay method. The designs are innovative and modern, yet rooted in tradition: an homage to previous generations and their shared love of craft.
This is a beautiful book that will become a "go-to" book on your shelf. An excellent mix of patterns with matching patterns such as matching hat and gloves. Interesting and fun, there are new techniques to learn, engrossing knits and relaxing knits within.
216 pages
15 patterns: 4 sweaters, 4 cardigans, 1 vest, 1 shawl, 2 hats, 1 pair of socks, 1 pair of slippers and 1 pair of mitts.
Hardcover
ISBN: 978-952-7580-57-8
Weight: Approx. 850 g / 1.9 lb
Dimensions: 195 x 246 x 24 mm
Printed in Latvia.
