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The Myth of the Aran Sweater
Through the years, the Aran sweater has developed quite the romantic backstory involving ancient family knitting patterns and shipwrecks.
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Through the years, the Aran sweater has developed quite the romantic backstory involving ancient family knitting patterns and shipwrecks.
The year is 1940; the prince, King Harald V of Norway, is wearing a striking knitted sweater.
Our Summer issue follows the threads to unravel some hidden craft secrets.
This mini sweater is based on Madeline Keller-King’s miniature pullover pattern. Fashion one in your favorite color, add a few lacy embellishments, and you’re ready for spring!
Start with $100 and see how much good you can do.
From the midst of the madness that became World War II (1939–1945), one small knitted green sweater—made for a beloved granddaughter—survives.
Use the lace patterns in Weldon's Practical Knitter as a foundation for your own lace variations.
Stella Ruhe, Knitwear Designer and Author
Knit a sweater from the January/February 2015 issue that was inspired by one worn by Crown Prince Harald of Norway when his family fled the Nazis in 1940.
Re-creating a Bjärbo sweater was a knitting challenge. But for Mimi Seyferth, it was also a way to honor Rita Riffolt Varney and her pride in her Swedish heritage.
The combination of technique, yarn, and design come together in the Filet Crochet Cocoon Sweater pattern Inspired by William Morris!
Included are the “Squirrel Sewing Bag” to stencil and sew, a “School Luncheon Table Mat” to cut from oilcloth, letters from “Aunt Priscilla” and “Uncle John,” and instructions for how to make your own knitting needles!
Lace trim is a lovely way to personalize a garment or an accessory. Knitting various Victorian lace patterns in a swatch size is a quick and fun way to try something new and then be able to let your imagination run a creative path to a new use.