Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns

Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns - Hardcover

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Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns - Hardcover

Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns - Hardcover

by Lotte Rahbek , Gitte Verner Jensen
$35.00
$35.00

Book Overview

A timeless tribute to nautical knitwear--crafted for today and cherished for generations.

Inspired by the rugged beauty and enduring traditions of 19th- and early 20th-century Scandinavian seafarers, this stunning volume offers 23 knitting patterns drawn from the photographic archives of the Maritime Museum in Helsing r, Denmark.

With designs for adults and children, each pattern blends historical authenticity with modern wearability--making this a perfect gift for knitters, history lovers, and anyone drawn to the elegance of Nordic craft.

Specially designed for advanced beginners to expert knitters, the book features:
  • Clear, easy-to-follow instructions with skill-building progression
  • Gender- and age-neutral garments for the whole family
  • Size variations and stitch explanations tailored for accessibility
  • Gorgeous historic and contemporary photography of each sweater


Beautifully packaged and richly illustrated, Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters is more than a pattern book--it's a celebration of maritime heritage, textile artistry, and the enduring warmth of handmade tradition.

ISBN9781419778711
Author Lotte Rahbek , Gitte Verner Jensen
PublisherHarry N. Abrams
GenreHobbies & interests and Education
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages288
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns - Hardcover

Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters: Modern Knitwear Inspired by Historical Patterns - Hardcover

By Lotte Rahbek and Gitte Verner Jensen
About Lotte Rahbek
Lotte Rahbek is a knitwear designer based in Denmark and the founder of the Apple of My Eye knitwear brand. In 2022 she published her first knitting book Du er min øjesten (Apple of My Eye) in Danish. Rahbek's patterns are known for their simple shapes, fine details, and vibrant colors. Gitte Verner Jensen is a designer and knitting expert. She currently works at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Denmark.
About Gitte Verner Jensen
Lotte Rahbek is a knitwear designer based in Denmark and the founder of the Apple of My Eye knitwear brand. In 2022 she published her first knitting book Du er min øjesten (Apple of My Eye) in Danish. Rahbek's patterns are known for their simple shapes, fine details, and vibrant colors. Gitte Verner Jensen is a designer and knitting expert. She currently works at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Denmark.

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