Shades of winter
By: Ingalill Johansson and Ewa K. Andinsson ; translation by Carol Huebscher Rhoades
Contributors: Andinsson, Ewa K., 1965-
Publisher: Interweave Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Loveland, CO
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781596687868
Subjects: Patterns; Knitting; CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Needlework / Knitting
Work titles: Stickat i ekologisk ull
Description: "Inspired by the sublime, subtle tones of wintry northern landscapes, the more than 35 projects in Shades of Winter showcase the natural beauty of pure undyed wool yarn photographed against the Scandinavian winter's snow crystals and cold.  These gorgeous garments-from tops, sweaters, dresses, and coats to hats, mittens, scarves, and shawls-evoke wool's warmth and softness in many different patterns and textures. A knitter of any skill level and inclination will surely become enchanted by the possibilities: garments ranging from simple garter and stockinette to more elaborate cables, bobbles, texture, and lace patterns.  Knitting with eco-friendly undyed wool creates a rich, visually organic theme for the book. The chapters are organized by the natural tones of the yarns: white, gray, and beige. These fine woolens are not only visually stunning, but hold the promise of doing no harm to the environment.  Knitters will be transported by the book's artful photography, taken in one of Sweden's most exotic and famous locations, the Ice Hotel in Jukkasja;rvi. Here, stylish knits are viewed in a dreamlike atmosphere, where ice columns and ice crystal crowns in the pillared hall range in color from the iciest light blue to the deepest petroleum blue. The only shivers a knitter will feel are those of pure delight at the contrast of woolen warmth next to icy environs.  Like a modern fairy tale, Shades of Winter will captivate any knitter. "--
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: Foreword; title: Inspiration/Natural White; title: Inspiration/Gray; title: Inspiration/Beige; title: Knitting Tips; title: Knitting Patterns/Natural White; title: Lace Knit Gloves, Scarf, and Knee Socks; title: Lace Knit Top; title: Garter Stitch Cap, Wrist Warmers, and Shoulder Wrap/Skirt; title: Holey Top; title: Short Sleeve Bolero; title: Lace Sweater; title: Texture Knit Cardigan; title: Texture Knit Vest; title: Stockinette Dress with Garter Stitch Edgings and Flower; title: Knitting Patterns/Gray; title: Cabled Kneesocks, Wrist Warmers, Cowl, and Cap; title: Long Sweater with Relief-Stitch Borders; title: Lace Socks and Wrist Warmers; title: Lace Shawl with Crocheted Edging; title: Lace Dress; title: Stockinette Dress with Garter-Stitch Edgings and; title: Embellished with Buttons; title: Cabled Vest; title: Cabled Cardigan; title: Sweater with Relief-Stitch Borders; title: Knitting Patterns/Beige; title: Sweater with Front Placket and Pockets; title: Short-Sleeve Vest; title: Lacy Sweater with Ruffled Edges; title: Gloves with Ruffled Edges; title: Raglan Sweater with Placket; title: Pleated Cap, Mittens, Leg Warmers, and Neck Warmer; title: Garter-Stitch Shawl; title: The Ice Hotel.