Knitwear from Finland: Stunning Nordic Designs for Clothing and Accessories

A stylish and cozy collection of 21 stunning garments to knit, based on the timeless designs of Niina Laitinen.

From delicate lacework and wave-like cables to mesmerizing Fair Isle, the designs of Niina Laitinen are known and loved by knitters worldwide. This sumptuous volume takes Niina's most popular sock designs and transforms them into a captivating collection of 21 knitted sweaters, shawls, hats, cardigans and tees.

Choose from:

• a dreamy-soft sweater with a lacework yoke;
• a cable-twist detail tee;
• an impressive space-dyed Fair Isle coatigan with a belted waist;
• a variety of cozy hats, shawls and mittens, all with fabulous textures and colors, so you can accessorize in style.

The patterns, ideal for confident knitters and adapted by Novita Yarns' talented designers, Minna Mets?nen and Linda Permanto, are created in up to 6 sizes each, and feature all the charts, sizing diagrams and inspirational photography needed to make the knitting process simple.
Knitwear from Finland will help you to explore the magical world of Niina's designs in a whole new way, and create your own wearable works of art that celebrate her Nordic spirit.

Author: Niina Laitinen, Minna Mets?nen
Publisher: Search Press
Published: 10/29/2024
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.10lbs
Size: 10.50h x 8.50w x 0.90d
ISBN13: 9781800922143
ISBN10: 1800922140
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Knitting
- Design | Fashion & Accessories

About the Author
Niina Laitinen is one of the most popular knitting designers in Finland. She taught herself to knit in 2005 when her first child was born. Her first book was published in 2018, and her works have been translated into German, French, Estonian, Norwegian and Danish.
Niina wears many hats: she is an entrepreneur, accountant and CrossFit coach as well as being a knitting designer and writer.
More of Niina's designs can be seen on her website at www.niinalaitinendesigns.com

Minna Metsänen is the knitwear designer behind some of the most beloved knitting patterns in Finland. Minna's path in the handicraft industry has led her to designing knitwear at Novita, the largest yarn manufacturer and one of the leading handmade knitwear design houses in the Nordic countries. With decades of experience in the field, Minna is particularly renowned for her eye-catching colorwork and expertly crafted cable designs.