{"product_id":"viking-knits-isbn-9781800920774","title":"Viking Knits","description":"\u003cb\u003eOver 40 traditional and modern Norwegian knitting patterns for all seasons and all the family. From Internet sensation Lasse Matberg.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"This book offers intermediate and experienced knitters an inspiring guide to create eye-catching, durable knitwear that will never go out of style\". - Publishers Weekly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLasse L. Matberg comes from a family who, for generations, have been working to create beautiful, quality crafted items by hand. \u003ci\u003eViking Knits\u003c\/i\u003e is a tribute to good-quality, practical needlework, inspired by the Vikings’ warm, all-weather garments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover and knit over 40 items for men, women, and children, designed for all occasions and seasons. From tough-wearing sweaters and outerwear to elegant cardigans and jackets, all have made been made in a quietly beautiful Scandinavian style. Whether you love traditional, Nordic colorwork patterns and cables, or modern, textured knits, there is something for everyone. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 men's sweaters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 women's sweaters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 children's sweaters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 cozy accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"... it will be the rare sweater lover who doesn’t find something on these pages that they’ll yearn to make.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLibrary Journal , Oct 01, 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublishers Weekly BookLife\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is not up for debate: bearded, golden-haired social media star Matberg looks amazing in a sweater. He shares his knack for creating hand-knitted, all-occasions attire in this attractively illustrated and informative new craft book. The how-to guide offers more than 30 patterns along with detailed instructions to create “Scandi knits” for men, women, and children, with the designs inspired by Matberg’s Viking heritage. Sweaters are divided into categories—knits for the great outdoors, cozy accessories, stylish knitwear—and flagged according to level of difficulty, though aspiring knitters should pick up at least some experience before attempting any of these patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome garments will stand up to a day of rough outdoor exploration while others are more elegant, and some utilize traditional Nordic patterns while others have a more contemporary feel. Still, Matberg’s overarching goal is creating versatile clothing that can be worn in tough and unpredictable climates, as he was born and raised in Norway. From a family of craftspeople—sheet metal workers, shipbuilders, and shoemakers, as well as avid knitters—Matberg celebrates and extends a heritage of creativity, with an online twinkle. This book offers intermediate and experienced knitters an inspiring guide to create eye-catching, durable knitwear that will never go out of style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e--Publishers Weekly, BookLife 10\/10\/22\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNorwegian influencer Matberg teams up with knitting brand Strikkemekka for an impressive array of Scandinavian knits in this cozy collection. The projects epitomize Scandinavian chic: the first section, “The Best Everyday Sweaters,” features a gray “Power Sweater” and a chunky V-neck “Lasse Sweater.” The children’s garments avoid the cloyingly cute and rely instead upon adapted versions of adult designs: there’s a patterned “Mountaintop” sweater and a colorful “Sailor Sweater” with a matching hat for youngsters. Matberg’s patterns are best suited for intermediate and advanced crafters, though beginners who want a challenge will be able to keep up thanks to the straightforward directions: patterns are both written and charted, and each project is labeled by difficulty, so the less experienced will know where to start. Crafters ready to up their sweater game need look no further. \u003ci\u003e(Nov.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e--Publishers Weekly, October 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Beautiful book with amazing     pictures. I love how the book gets right to the point of the projects and     not too much basic knit knowledge. If you buy this book, you know how to     knit already and don't need that. Also the projects are beautiful and if     you have the skill, you will definitely want to knit the item. \u003cbr\u003e-- \u003cb\u003eThe Novel Neighbor Bookstore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interests in Scandinavian culture, Norse myths, and Vikings are on the rise. A celebrity in Europe, Matberg, a model, trainer, and winner of \u003ci\u003eFarm Celebrity\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eShall We Dance\u003c\/i\u003e, collaborates with Strikkemekka, a knitting company based in Norway, to meet the moment by offering 30-plus Nordic patterns for sweaters, jackets, hats, scarves, and sitting mats. The bulk of the designs skew to sweaters for men and offer sizing from small to beyond XXL (called “Lasse” size). Nine patterns are marked for women (sizes small through XXL), including a lovely Fair Isle design. Six are worked for children’s sizing (ages two to 12). Most of the designs are classic outdoors wear. All are stylish, gaining a punch from repeated pattern work, a few cables, and ribbing. Pitched to experienced knitters, instructions are clearly written, and charts are provided for color work and some pattern changes. Every design uses one of three Gann Garn yarns and also details the type and gauge of yarn the pattern requires.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eVERDICT \u003c\/b\u003eDon’t expect the intricacy and history of Elsebeth Lavold, but\u003cb\u003e it will be the rare sweater lover who doesn’t find something on these pages that they’ll yearn to make.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Reviewed by Neal Wyatt , \u003cb\u003eLIBRARY JOURNAL Oct 01, 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eViking Knits\u003c\/i\u003e is a hardcover book and includes several patterns available for the whole family (such as sweaters in men’s, women’s, and children’s sizes, as well as accessories). The patterns have classic and timeless looks that are ideal for creating the type of memories Lasse mentions in his preface of long-worn, loved sweaters made by family and friends. The lush outdoor photography, the great fit of each pattern on the model, and the obvious comfort and enjoyment of the models makes perusing through the patterns quite fun. This is the type of book that you may want to flip through from time to time just as much as you will enjoy knitting from it. Due to the combination of the pattern writing style, level of complexity of many of the patterns, and the lack of tutorials, this book is best for a confident knitter. Unlike many knitting pattern books, there are more patterns for men than women, so it is also a great book for men or those who enjoy gifting knits to men.\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cb\u003e Underground Crafter, July 2023\u003c\/b\u003eLASSE L. MATBERG enlisted in the Royal Norwegian Navy in 2006 after working as a full-time chef. After graduating as a lieutenant, He now serves as a sports officer in Stavanger, Norway, where he works as a fitness instructor for recruits. Lasse also works part-time as a model.\u003cbr\u003eLasse has gone on to win the Norwegian reality show, \u003ci\u003eFarm Celebrity\u003c\/i\u003e, in 2021, and Italian \u003ci\u003eShall We Dance\u003c\/i\u003e in 2019. He is known as 'the viking', and under the name \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e@lasselom\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e he has over a million followers on social Media. In adition, he and the book's collaborator, \u003ci\u003eStrikkemekka\u003c\/i\u003e, have launched their own Instagram account \u003cb\u003e@lasse_strikk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHe was born in Verdal and lives in Stavanger.\u003cbr\u003e PREFACE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is my tribute to handcrafts. I come from afamily which, generation after generation, has always focused on creating things with one’s hands. Early on,I was also curious about handcrafts, perhaps because I often wore the carpentry belt of my father who was a carpenter by trade. I was also curious about my grandfather’s many stories from his long working life as a caretaker, sheet metal worker, plumber, and shipbuilder. There were also the stories he told us about his father - my great grandfather – who, in addition to being the shoemaker in his home village was also a farmer. Through these stories, I learned early on that “one goes farthest in life with honest work.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI also have many childhood memories of my mother and grandmother knitting. During the fall and winter ,I think they knitted every evening and made fine sweaters, caps, mittens, and warm outdoor socks that were much used in the family. One of my favorite sweaters, which I still have, was a brown pullover witha block pattern and high neck that my mother knitted for me.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt that time, I didn’t think about what an achievement it actually is to produce a real handmade knitted sweater. Today, I know that knitting is a proud tradition that I would like to perpetuate. I know that a warm, handmade knitted sweater that fits your body wellis still one of the best garments. In this book, I have collected my favorite sweaters, with models for women and children as well as for men. You’ll find comfortable and elegant garments to wear for inclement weather,active everyday life, or on fine summer evenings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe decided to call the book VIKING KNITS because many of the sweaters were inspired by Viking handcrafts and style. We emphasized practical and warm sweaters, but also included some that are more ornamented and elegant. The Vikings did not knit as we do, but used the millennia-old technique of single needle “knitting” called nålebinding to make socks and mittens. We also know that the Vikings loved colors, some of which is reflected in the colors of the garments in this book.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eI hope you will be inspired to create something worthwhile with your hands which will give you a feeling of mastery and will make you happy for many years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLasse","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233821470949,"sku":"NP9781800920774","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781800920774.jpg?v=1767743451","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/viking-knits-isbn-9781800920774","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}