A helpful mitten map will show you where your new pair hails from. Knit yourself a pair of stunning latvian mittens with this collection of traditional latvian mitten knitting patterns. This is an allover pattern and i cast on 72 stitches using us 0 dpns and fingeringweight yarn but i have this weird line going up the thumb side of the mitten where the pattern doesn. The model mitten was knit in brown, green, yellow, red, and white. The renaissance of latvias ethnographic mittens youtube. This book was originally printed in 2012, but has been reprinted in 2014. Thomson got home afterward, looked at the book and the yarn shed bought, and felt completely lost. Inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of.
Book by lizbeth upitis latvian mittens too bad i only crochet. The edition in latvian language contains some text in english, though the book mainly is in in latvian. A wonderful book for mittens knitting, i highly recommend it but not for beginners as i think it would be best to at least have some experience in. Latvian mittens i think i d like to adapt some of these knitting motifs into quilting patterns. Contains photos and charts of 178 latvian mittens from historical pieces. Oct 12, 2016 latvian traditional mittens knitting charts, patterns and inspiration. Can you believe lizbeth even learned the latvian language. Photo from album knitting patterns book on yandex. See more ideas about mittens, latvian, knit mittens. Her detailed technical instructions and drawings show how to create the esoteric fringecaston, scalloped cuffs, latvian braid, and other techniques. But when i saw the photos at mandarines of this beautifully boxed latvian mitten kit, from the most enticing looking yarn shop ever in latvia. This opening day will be full of activities to celebrate latvian mitten knitting craft. Discover new authors and their books in our ebook community. Dec 28, 2017 but the oldest existing mittens come from latvia a latvian mitten has been found thats more than years old and its that country that has one of the best traditions around mitten.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The shop also sells a highlyacclaimed book of mitten patterns that has been translated into multiple languages. This is a pleasure great pictures, and lots of charts, and good stories about the patterns. See more ideas about knitting, knit mittens and mittens pattern. Latvian mittens are colorful and have patterns a bit like fairisle or norwegian style color knitting. Mittens of latvia goodreads meet your next favorite book. The most thrilling one was that i won a giveaway last month. Lizbeth upitis is truly a master knitter, and her book of extraordinarily beautiful traditional latvian mittens is a knitters paradise. My personal favorites are lizbeth upitis latvian mittens, annemor sundbos norwegian mittens and gloves, and robin hansens favorite mittens, which captures patterns and techniques from the canadian maritimes and. This latvian mitten dictionary is such a delightful book. Question latvian mitten pattern doesnt continue all the way around the mitten. Suitcase with 45 pairs of latvian mittens from latvian folk art collection in nj is starting to travel around us latvian centers. Please join us at the sf latvian house for the opening event of the exhibition latvian mittens on saturday, october 14 at noon this opening day will be full of activities to celebrate latvian mitten knitting craft.
I have a question about latvian mitten patterns if anyone could help. Only a few are explained, most of them have only a section of the color chart. The latvian mitten family by rebecca blair is featured in interweave knits holiday 2016 and can be purchased with the magazine or as an individual pattern. Apr 11, 2014 those are the mittens that took 10 years to do, thomson says. Estonian mittens for the first time as a knitter that i made the connection and picked up a copy of lizbeth upitis book latvian mittens to learn more about the region and. I used to look the other way while walking by the hobbywool latvian mitten stand at the ally pally because i knew if i stopped, i would buy a mitten kit and i didnt think i d have the talent to get them right. A mans mitten from vidzeme with a fringed lower edge. So, even if you are an inexperienced knitter you can create a beautiful traditional design. My latvian grandma taught me how to knit when i was a kid.
Nov 08, 20 remember those signs from the universe i mentioned the other day. Interesting chapter introductions are in english and the patterns are entirely charted and in full color. There are 50 different styles to choose from including simpler variations of the mittens such as fingerless gloves and wrist warmers. I had originally posted this question on the latvian mittens group on ravelry too so hopefully this isnt spamming, im just kind of desperate for advice from people with more experience than i have. With color photographs of 92 mittens and 125 charts, upitis includes instructions for five specific mittens. This latvian mitten pattern comes from the district of ventspils and features a cuff with a scalloped edge. While participants can use any latvian mitten pattern, or even design their own, i wanted to use lizbeths book for my first attempt. Paperback published in august 1997 by schoolhouse press. The book has many beautiful colour plates of mittens from different districts of latvia, plus the charts to work from. Beautiful book with lots of pictures, is written both in english and in latvian, has pattern for kids, woman and man. But the oldest existing mittens come from latvia a latvian mitten has been found thats more than years old and its that country that has one of the best traditions around mitten. Then when i was older, my mom found me a book that had english translations on how to knit traditional latvian mittens. The oldestknown knitted object found in estonia is the cuff of a mitten discovered in 1950 by archeologist. This page is dedicated to traditions of knitting latvian mittens, sharing stories and knowledge behind them.
This is a very comprehensive book it contains tons of history and latvian folklore and all the mitten patterns you could wish for. Oct 03, 2017 please join us at the sf latvian house for the opening event of the exhibition latvian mittens on saturday, october 14 at noon. But when i saw the photos at mandarines of this beautifully boxed latvian mitten kit, from the most enticing looking. Latvian mittens and no knitting police ingebretsens knits. If you are interested in knitting, knitting charts, traditional knitting, gloves and mittens, or latvia, youll find this a fun book. The patterns, however, are entirely charted and in full colour. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Latvian mitten pattern doesnt continue all the way around. Lizbeth upitis, who wrote latvian mittens, had come to the twin cities to teach a class. Inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the. I taught myself and since then have made many pairs which i give away to friends and family. Latvian knitter ieva ozolina is on a mission to get everyone knitting mittens, with her new book, knit like a latvian. 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. Worked in fingeringweight wool with lined cuffs, the latvian mitten family was made to keep wearers fingers warm.
Best souvenirs from riga, latvia ferreting out the fun. Those are the mittens that took 10 years to do, thomson says. Exhibition 45 pairs of latvian mittens from the latvian ethnographic museum in priedaine, nj and mittens from the homes of latvian bay area residents. We have loads of superb mitten books, the best of which tend to focus on a specific cultural tradition. This sweet trio of mittens is a subtle way to make the whole family match. Thats because the team at sena klets is working to preserve this ancient latvian tradition along with the patterns special to each region of the country. This book has many color photos of amazing patterns to knit. Its instructions are clear, with line drawings for the trickier techniques. I bought this book whilst taking part in a schoolhouse press latvian mitten kal led by the author of the book, lizbeth upitis. The history of winter mittens is surprisingly feminist.
In the latest blog, meg discusses knitting in solidarity through crisis. Latvian download free ebooks or read books online for free. Compiled by maruta grasmane contains photos and charts of 178 latvian mittens from historical pieces. Discover the secret messages in latvian mittens knitting interweave. Mar 24, 2019 inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of latvia.
Remember those signs from the universe i mentioned the other day. Latvian mittens from upitis book mittens pattern, knitting. Language available languages english latvian notes. The significance of mittens in the latvian culture is profound, and the historical details of the importance of mittens in marriage rites, plus the knitting songs daina provided by the author, are both fascinating and touching. However, as im not a huge fan of latvian designs, i was hoping for more narrative about techniques. The overall shape of the mitten is one of a latvian mitten, not featuring any. See more ideas about knitting patterns, knitting and knit mittens. Dec 20, 2018 thats because the team at sena klets is working to preserve this ancient latvian tradition along with the patterns special to each region of the country. Latvian mittens, is filled with color photos and charts. Latvian dreams, knitting from weaving charts joyce williams, williams, joyce, upitis, lizbeth, upitis, alvis, lizbeth upitis, alvis upitis on. I enjoyed knitting the mittens, using graph 19, district of vidzeme mittens. Exhibition 45 pairs of latvian mittens from the latvian ethnographic museum in priedaine, nj and mittens from. I had originally posted this question on the latvian mittens group on ravelry too so hopefully this isnt spamming, im. Id like to read this book on kindle dont have a kindle.
Latvian mittens, traveling exhibition home facebook. Thomson got home afterward, looked at the book and the yarn she d bought, and felt completely lost. Your book appears to be in latvian, but the title is in russian. And here comes 3rd part of interview with the author of the book maruta grasmane.
This edition is out of print and a new one is being published, with an expanded set of patterns and photos. Blog my first latvian mitten the loveliest yarn company. The front features a repeating daisy pattern which heavily draws it inspiration from the book, however, the palm side of the mitten is knit in a different pattern, drawing inspiration from traditional nordic patterns. Although there have been publications before concerning latvian ethnographic mittens, the book mittens of latvia. Moreover it is a visually magnificent book which tells us the story about latvian traditional culture through bright and inspiring photos. I have read it several times since receiving my copy a few weeks ago. Meg swansen shares her wealth of knitting knowledge in a blog, with video technique demonstrations.
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