In this compelling collection, Asplund combines his grandmother's well-loved lessons in classic and time-tested cable knitting techniques with the elegant simplicity of contemporary Scandinavian design.
In this compelling collection, Asplund combines his grandmother's well-loved lessons in classic and time-tested cable knitting techniques with the elegant simplicity of contemporary Scandinavian design.
Ivar Asplund grew up in southern Sweden, his grandmother taught him how to knit when he was five years old (40 years ago!). He moved to Uppsala in his late teens for university studies and after graduating spent some time traveling abroad. Today he lives near Stockholm and work's at a yarn store where he teaches knitting.
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Preface 4 Inspiration 8 Basic Information 33 Pattern Instructions 43 Apéritif Wrist Warmers 44 Twist and Turn Scarf 48 Test Tube Cowl 52 Squiggles Cap 56 Super Wrist Warmers 60 Chain and Horseshoe Cap 64 Reversible Faux Turtle 68 Triple Triangles Shawl 72 Playful Child's Poncho 76 Appearances Can Deceive Sweater 80 Sweater History 86 Crosswise Vest 92 Free and Easy Top 96 Figure Eights Vest 102 X's and O's Cardigan 106 Wrought Iron Cardigan 112 Arrow Sweater 118 Harmony Cardigan 124 Knitting Techniques 132 Sample Patterns 139 Choosing Materials 151 More about Choosing Materials 152 Yarn Resources 156 Abbreviations and Symbols Key 157 Index 158 Acknowledgements 159
