The Art of Lithuanian Knitting: 25 Traditional Patterns and the People, Places, and History That Inspire Them

Lithuania is a knitter's paradise--hand-knitted garments fill tourist street markets to overflowing, traditional crafts are celebrated at summer festivals and in open-air museums, and the first hint of winter turns the capital city of Vilnius into a veritable knitwear fashion show Now, join knitting experts Donna Druchunas and June L. Hall in their journey through a fascinating and beautiful country, and discover Lithuania's rich textile history for yourself. Dive deep into Lithuanian knitting techniques, pattern stitches, and motifs; explore the stories behind 25 designs for traditional and modern accessories; and practice colorwork, textured stitches, lace, entrelac, and more

Author: Donna Druchunas, June L. Hall
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Published: 09/19/2017
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 10.70h x 8.90w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781570768484
ISBN10: 157076848X
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Knitting
- Crafts & Hobbies | Beadwork
- Crafts & Hobbies | Fiber Arts & Textiles