Cardigans - by Maja Karlsson (Hardcover)

About the Book

Dive into a world of warmth, comfort and style with Cardigans, a beautiful book bursting with inspiration that invites seasoned knitters and beginners alike to construct perfect cardigans from a selection of 20 projects. Dreaming of a stylish summer cardigan? Or snuggling into a plush winter cardigan as cozy as a warm hug? The stunning images in this book will guide you to these projects, and many more besides. Divided into seasons, there are gorgeous, comfortable knits designed to suit every occasion and all types of weather, all using wool or wool mixed yarns. Taking inspiration from Nordic pattern tradition, here are cardigans with a range of construction and design variations: color work cardigans, single-coloured cardigans, cardigans with cables or lace details. The patterns are available in a wide range of sizes, from XS to 4XL, and the instructions are offered in differing degrees of difficulty, perfect for novice and expert knitters alike. This book also includes essential knitting tutorials for various aspects of design and technique. Whether you're seeking to express your personal style, make unique, handmade gifts, or embark on a cozy new craft, Cardigans is the ultimate guide to creating a wardrobe full of knitted treasures, stitch by stitch. So, pick up your needles, unravel your yarn and get comfortable as you craft the cardigans of your dreams.

Book Synopsis

Cardigans is bursting with inspiration that invites seasoned knitters and beginners to craft their perfect Nordic cardigans from a selection of 20 projects.

Dive into a world of warmth, comfort, and style with Cardigans, a beautiful book bursting with inspiration that invites seasoned knitters and beginners alike to construct perfect cardigans from a selection of 20 projects.

Dreaming of a stylish summer cardigan? Or snuggling into a plush winter cardigan as cozy as a warm hug? The stunning images in this book will guide you to these projects, and many more. Divided into seasons, there are gorgeous, comfortable knits designed to suit every occasion and all types of weather, all using wool or wool-mixed yarns.

Taking inspiration from Nordic pattern tradition, here are cardigans with a range of construction and design variations: multicolored cardigans, single-colored cardigans, cardigans with braids or lace pattern. The patterns are available in a wide range of sizes, from XS to 4XL, and the instructions are offered in differing degrees of difficulty, perfect for novice and expert knitters alike. This book also includes essential knitting tutorials for various aspects of design and technique.

About the Author

Maja Karlsson was taught how to knit at six years old by her grandmother and her fascination with the possibilities of knitting has grown ever since. Over time, she started to work more with knit designs, which is now her main job. She is head of design at Järbo Garn yarn manufacturer. As her knitting work has picked up, she has slowly but steadily built her own business, working with pattern designs, writing, photographing, blogging, running her online store, and teaching.