Icelandic Mittens: 25 Traditional Patterns Reimagined

Gorgeous contemporary reconstructions and reinterpretations of the rich knitting traditions of Iceland.

The Textile Museum in Blönduós in northern Iceland houses a unique and fascinating collection of handknit Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Now, Guðrun Hannele Hentinnen, an expert with a degree in textile studies--and the owner of a yarn shop located in Reykjavík--has reconstructed patterns and charts based on those historical examples, and breathed new life into a stunning selection of mittens and gloves for the modern knitter.

Beautiful, warm, wearable mittens and gloves in a variety of colors and styles

A master class in multi-color stranded knitting and in a wide range of stitches and techniques

Full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions to aid both novice and veteran mitten-knitters

Author: Guðrún Hannele Henttinen
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Published: 12/28/2021
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 9.45h x 7.87w x 0.87d
ISBN: 9781646011070