Folk Vests: 25 knitting patterns & tales from around the world

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The patterns contained in this book are visually very appealing, but are let down by the lack of care given to their construction. The ratings/reviews displayed here may not be representative of every listing on this page, or of every review for these listings.

Both functional and decorative, these wonderful projects for men's and women's vests are accompanied by folk stories and regional histories from the country of the design's origin, including Tibet, Scandinavia, Guatemala, Japan, North America, and many others. Unless you are familiar with the yarn recommended, you might not be able to easily substitute from your stash or use handspun. The Prince of Wales' famous fairisle is also here, with a note that the colors of the vest in the portrait of the Prince were probably not those on the actual vest. Her first volume "Folk Shawls" had patterns for traditional shawls and stoles based on ethnic designs from around the world.Etsy’s 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centres that host Etsy. Once you realize the same basic shape is in all of the vests you start looking at the shoulder shaping instead. In addition to classic a British vest, the Sakiori vest from Japan, Irish Cardigan and the Kasai vest are already on my "to do" list.

Several beautiful vests, but they seem to be only inspired by vests or garments from other cultures. More than a pattern book, readers will feel connected to the cultures behind the projects as they bring these native crafts to life.

This book is a design library and Folk Vests are frequently seen being proudly worn at the big knitting shows. Turning off the personalized advertising setting won’t stop you from seeing Etsy ads, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Contemporary knitters will delight in these 25 traditional and innovative patterns collected through the ages and from around the world.

I have been knitting for four decades now, and there are not many books left on the market where I think "Hafta have it!

She received a BA in philosophy and in psychology from the University of Denver, studied art and architecture at Harvard, and did graduate work at Northwestern University. I especially like the color photos of the vests, which help me to visualize what my finished garment will look like. com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsy’s global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. That said, there is a great deal of inspiration ot be had for those knitters who are willing to re-chart the designs given. It’s free from harmful chemicals, is certified organic, and fair-for-life certified at every stage from field to finish.