A softcover featuring designs using elsebeth lavold yarn including sensual, silky wool, favorite wool, and silky wool xl. Browse through the books and leaflets that feature elsebeth lavold yarns and find a copy from a local shop. Elsebeth egholms most popular book is tre hundes nat. The patterns in the book look much more complicated than they really are. See more ideas about viking knit, knitting and knitting patterns. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking knits collection paperback january 1, 2003 by elsebeth lavold author, anders rydell photographer.
Little knits elsebeth lavold hempathy new products. The viking knits collection is the first book in a series of theme collections. They are worked as the symbols on row 1 but all sts are knitted. Yarn 200 250, 250, 300 grams sweater is shown in the book in both yarns. Designers choice book one the viking knits collection by. In the designers choice collection elsebeth hand selects yarns she connects with made with mostly natural or all natural fiber blends and applies her design concept, to produce a harmonious collection. Make the increases every 8th row 11 12 14 18 20 times 59 63 67 71 77 81 sts. The embraceable you collection designers choice, book 3 by elsebeth lavold and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Elsebeth lavold the sunny side collection, book 11. In viking patterns for knitting, ancient nordic ornamentation has been translated into an exquisite array of designs for knitters.
Since 2003, her design efforts are primarily focused on her own yarn label, elsebeth lavold designers choice. Elsebeth lavold has received worldwide recognition for her knitwear design. Elsebeth lavold patterns designers elsebeth lavold. Viking knits and ancient ornaments by elsebeth lavold. We strive to maximize our customers experience through our product offerings and service.
Her third book, viking patterns for knitting, was an instant success and published in six languages. Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognized as one of the worlds. Front is worked flat to the underarm, at which point the sleeve edge is joined and they are worked together with raglan shaping. Eslebeth lavold has done extensive research on viking designs and it shows in this book.
Since 2003, her design efforts are primarily focused on her own yarn label, elsebeth lavold designers choice, in which she blends fibers and colors for a gorgeous range of knitting and crochet yarns. It was within the pages of her international bestsellerdescribed as an indispensable milestone in twentieth century knitting literaturethat lavold first introduced the world to her own innovation. All designs in the book are inspired by viking age ornamentation, and they are all knitted in silky wool, a yarn from the elsebeth lavold designers choice label. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Elsebeth lavold is the only swedish knitwear designer with her own yarn label. The exquisitely feminine sweater pebbles found and ideal yarn match in baby llama, and grove lingered in anticipation of silky. Swede elsebeth lavold has received worldwide recognition for her knitwear design. Many of the design have bided their time in elsebeth lavolds sketchbook for years, just waiting for the perfect yarn. She put it to work in what was to become the come closer collection.
Little knits elsebeth lavold pattern books elsebeth. Both yarns proved to be even more likeable than when elsebeth first swatched them, and. There is also a link to a page with more information about the designer, and examples of her earlier work. It was within the pages of her international bestsellerdescribed as an indispensable. Many of the design have bided their time in elsebeth lavold s sketchbook for years, just waiting for the perfect yarn. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking. See more ideas about knitting, knitting patterns and viking knit. Elsebeth lavold knitting book 1 the viking knits collection. Little knits, based in seattle, is committed to providing the highest quality yarn and knitting supplies at the best value to our customers. Elsebeth egholm has 26 books on goodreads with 5020 ratings. Viking knits and ancient ornaments book by elsebeth lavold. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking knits.
Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognized as one of the worlds leading experts on. A tweedy wool and silk blend, silky wool has a soft next to skin feel and it has a beautiful raw silk like look. Designers choice book one the viking knits collection by elsebeth lavold on. The symbols on row 51 are missing in the list of symbols. Grams needed are the same despite different yardages. Little knits elsebeth lavold silky wool 5560% off sale at. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking knits collection jan 1, 2003 by elsebeth lavold, anders rydell. Space increases more closely together towards the top if necessary. A rapidly increasing number of elsbeth lavold designs are being made available in books in english, produced for knitting fever inc. Our directory links to free knitting patterns only. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The viking knits collection errata page ingen konst ab.
With more than a decade of added experience and continued research, she is now ready to take the concept a step further. And that results in garments that just beg to be touched. Designers choice book one the viking knits collection by elsebeth lavold paperback 4. Featuring 14 projects, clear instructions and charts, inspiring color photos, and 60 viking motifs. Little knits elsebeth lavold book the out of the woods. Hemp gives this yarn a great drape and linenlike feel while the cotton adds softness and the modal provides the yarn with wicking properties and longevity in wear and use. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking knits collection elsebeth lavold, anders rydell on. Instead, we display her current designs in gallery form, and some of her earlier work can be seen at the separate page about the designer link at the bottom of this. So i have reknitted it in my lovely hempathy yarn, cool and pleasant with the look and drape of linen but composed of cotton, hemp and viscose making it less hard on the hands. Viking patterns for knitting book by elsebeth lavold. This classic elsebeth lavold yarn can be used for accessories and garments that can be worn yearround. Traditional knot and interlace patterns, combined to form uniquely striking contemporary designs.
Explore and shop locally for all shades of elsebeth lavold silky wool a light weight 45% wool, 35% silk, 20% nylon polyamide yarn. Elsebeth lavold designers choice yarns ingen konst ab. Little knits elsebeth lavold designers choice the come. The books are available in selected yarn stores in the usa and canada.
Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognized as one of the worlds leading experts on cabling. Elsebeth lavold found a baby alpaca yarn with just those properties. Book overview ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognized as one of the worlds leading experts on cabling. Elsebeth lavold book the out of the woods collection. The viking knits collection elsebeth lavold designers choice book one. Spinning companies in europe, south america, japan and china take her visions from requirements to delightful yarns. Elsebeth lavold is best known for her timeless design work known worldwide as viking knits. It would be impossible to show all of all of the knitwear design elsebeth lavold has created in her more than 30 years as a professional designer, or even a representative selection. The lowestpriced item that has been used or worn previously. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Elsebeth lavold designer choice book 21 the cityescapes collection special pricing regular price is 18. This in turn led to her being asked to create her own yarn line, elsebeth lavold designers choice for knitting fever, inc. She personally decides which yarns to include, their properties and colors.
Elsebeth originally designed the beautiful ingunn vest for her book the third viking knits. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Book nine the second viking knits collection paperback january 1, 2006 by elsebeth lavold author visit amazons elsebeth lavold page. Designers choice book one the viking knits collection by elsebeth. Erna was originally knitted in another yarn, now long gone, but i find it so pretty i really think it deserves a longer life. Elsebeth lavold the sunny side collection, book 11 kirtland. The rock star of knitting it would be impossible to show all of all of the knitwear design elsebeth lavold has created in her more than 30 years as a professional designer, or even a representative selection. Her technique for increasing and decreasing for cabled designs are simple and give excellent results.