And it deserves to be read by knitters all over the world. The record attempt is collaboration between selbu husflidlag, selbu folk museum and selbu husflid as. Knitted garments found in norway have been dated as far back as between 1476 and 1525. Norwegian mitten patterns crochet, carving, patterns. Selbuvotter selbu, mittens pattern, knitting books. The oldest of these mittens were fine gifts often made for the bridegroom and his family. History of a knitting tradition, which is on my wish list. Some people from selbu, which is a place in the middle of norway, not far from trondheim have criticized terri sheas book about selbu mittens, saying that not all. The ultimate compendium for any norwegian mitten enthusiast, this. Once you have made these, you should be able to knit colourwork mittens from a chart.
It appears in textiles across european history, and in knitting pattern books from italy, france, switzerland and germany in the 16th to 18th century. The book selbuvotter is a successful result of the project. Im happy to offer pattern support, so please dont hesitate to ask for help. Norwegian history and knitting tradition brought to lif. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Rams horn handsome ram horns have inspired the shape of this rose, which is found on several of the oldest mittens.
The american museum of natural history has a mitten dating from 1803 likely made by a woman with a poem knitted into the wool, a pattern traced back to a new hampshire woman who probably wasnt. 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. The book selbuvotter details the history of selbu knitting, as reflected in the nowiconic black and white star patterned mittens of norway. The mittens were examples of an advanced craft regarding the skill required for knitting them but also.
Knitting selbu mittens, discover the rich history of a norwegian. I didnt realize what an indepth book this would be on selbu mittens. I have created a pattern diagram combining traditional selbu patterns. This book tells the history of the selbu mitten tradition from 1850 until today.
This extremely traditional knitting pattern can be dated back to the middle of the 19th century, when an 11yearold girl formed the basis for something quite exceptional in norwegian home crafts. The motifs of this mitten are traditional norwegian patterns from the selbu region. Included in the book are many photos of old mittens and a plethora of historic motifs. Selbu sea horse mittens free pattern this is a selbu version of my hippocampus mittens, originally published in the winter issue 2008 of the inside loop now closed. Selbu knitters are also famous for the moose, reindeer, and handholding dancers motifs, worked in highcontrast colors such as white on black. Buy a discounted hardcover of knitting selbu mittens online from australias leading online bookstore. Among the many patterns that later developed, the favorite was the sjennrosa or eightpetaled rose, which we know as the norwegian star. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterning instantly recognizable for its dramatic contrasts and intricate multicolor motifs covers the development of the designs themselves, and the essential role these knitted accessories have played in the cultural and economic development of the selbu. Best of all, its not hard to knit them either when you just know how. Was it possible to collect, register and transcribe patterns from selbu and collect them in book form to put the motto production in selbu in a national culturalhistorical context. The patterns are marvelous and very clearly explained. This is an ideal beginners pattern for norwegian mittens, or colourwork mittens in general. The site also has examples of design variations that were registered with the selbu mitten guild, which was created to.
Selbu mittens book trailer trafalgar square craft books. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterninginstantly recognizable for its dramatic contrasts and intricate motifscovers the development of the designs themselves, and the essential role these knitted accessories have played in the cultural and economic development of the selbu region. Selbu mittens are well known all over the world, instantly recognizable for their dramatic contrasts and intricate multicolor motifs. The exhibition, which has been displayed at multiple locations, consists of over 500 unique pairs of selbu mittens.
A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterning, plus 500 charts, 35 projects, and endless motifs. The book begins with a thoroughly researched and well illustrated account of the rich history of the instantly recognisable selbuvotter patterns and their important place in the society and economy of the selbu region. It is found on more than half of all registered mittens. It is rare to find a knitting book this well written and that provides this amount of useful information. Discover the rich history of a norwegian knitting tradition with over 500 charts and 35 classic patterns by anne bardsgard isbn. Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. It has rowbyrow instructions not typically offered in most colourwork mitten patterns. What an amazing book for lovers of ethnic mitten knitters. Knitting techniques and standards yarn and wool pattern motifs used in selbu mitten patterns from exceptional knitters. Woodlicespider both names are used for the same pattern. It took three years and forty five people to knit the 6. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
I had no idea that what i used to think of as simply nowegian ski mittens had such a relatively recent history and could be traced back to just one originating knitter. In this tutorial, i demonstrate how to knit the selbu mitten thumb with the knitted in waste method very similar to an afterthought heel in sock knitting. The technique quickly caught on, and numerous variations of the pattern were soon created. I offer thirty patterns for selbu mittens and gloves, taken from two antique collections.
The design now known as the selburose has a long history. I have a fairly substantial knitting book collection, and this has got to be one of the most inspiring books ever. I have already finished one mitten, and am about 14 of the way through its mate. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterninginstantly recognizable for its. Apr 19, 2019 norwegian mittens in the selbu tradition. Anne bardsgard the ultimate compendium for any norwegian mitten enthusiast, this gorgeous and inspiring resource was produced in conjunction with a oneofakind exhibition of gloves and mittens from selbu at the sverresborg trondelag folkemuseum. Discover the rich history of a norwegian knitting tradition in 40 classic patterns.
Discover the rich history of a norwegian knitting tradition with over 500 charts and 35 classic patterns. Selbu mittens first appeared as a vertical column of two snowflakes. The history of winter mittens is surprisingly feminist. Selbu mittens selbuvotter by anne bardsgard the woolly thistle. Discover the rich history of a norwegian knitting tradition with over 500 charts and 35 classic patterns lance publishing studio everything you need to design your own historic mittens according to the selbu tradition is included in this book. Anne bardsgard, born and raised in the village of selbu, made it her mission to preserve the stunning patterns that have made her home famous. Selbuvotter presents the complete history of the mittens from the norwegian village selbu. Italian writer umberto pasti pens a new book about his incomparable oasis. The graphic pattern blends with the shape of the hand and in addition the colors and the development of the pattern elements are basic. Norwegian history and knitting tradition brought to life. The rather extraordinary history of a community of busy, and slightly competitive, home knitters and two astute businessmen is documented on the selbu government website. Discover the rich history of a norwegian knitting tradition with.
The special knitting techniques and yarn preferences are thoroughly described and illustrated in this oneofakind book. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterninginstantly recognizable for its dramatic contrasts and intricate multicolor motifscovers the development of the designs themselves, and the essential role these knitted accessories have played in the cultural and economic development of the selbu region. Anne b rdsg rd, born and raised in the village of selbu, made it her mission to preserve the stunning patterns that have made her home famous. If you like knitting these mittens selbu you will love this book. Its not just a book of pretty mitten and glove patterns, but a meaty history of knitting from selbu. The origins of a famous norwegian knitting pattern the.
Some of the most well known sweater patterns attributed to norwegian colorwork knitting are the setesdal lusekofte and the fana fanacofte patterns. The book selbu mittens describes the historical development, and gives a thorough, systematic walk through of the many unique patterns. Our country is not the only one to use this motif, she writes in her book. Knitted with good quality yarn, it is both durable and comfortable to wear every day and at the same time it is appropriate for most festive winter occasions. Starrose the most common pattern on selbu mittens is the starroseeightleafrose. The blackwhite eightpetal rose, is known by the majority of norwegians as the selbu rose. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterning. An entertaining history of the selbu mittenglove tradition is also included. A wonderful treasure of selbu mitten history, motifs, and designers. I had never made mittens before, and ive made two pairs from this book so far without a problem. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of selbu patterning, plus 500 charts, 35 projects, and endless. My guess is that maybe ida found the mitten pattern in a magazine or a book. The ultimate compendium for any norwegian mitten enthusiast, this gorgeous and inspiring resource was produced in.
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