Elsebeth lavold is a prominent knit designer in sweden whose work is appreciated worldwide. Book 12 book book 14 book 15 book 16 book 17 book 18 book 19 book 20 book 21 book 22. Hempathy is a wonderfully light yarn from elsebeth lavold with a hemp, cotton and modal fiber blend. Elsebeth lavold yarn suggested substitutes yarnsub yarn. I gifted the sample garment to my mother which made her very happy. The designers choice collections are unique and inspired, catering to those who appreciate comfort and sophistication. Elsebeth lavold book 18 third viking knits collection. Building blocks pattern book by michelle hunter twisted purl. The third viking knits collection is a true treat for old and new fans of elsebeth lavold and her viking knits. Elsebeth lavold books page 1 of 4 kirtlands yarn barn.
Hemp gives this yarn a great drape and linenlike feel while the cotton adds softness and the modal provides the yarn with wicking properties and longevity in wear and use. Expand your knitting repertoire with this master class book from michelle hunter. Comprised of hemp blended with cotton and modal, elsebeth lavold hempathy is a slightly textured yarn that is a webs favorite. In her seemingly neverending flow of new ideas for designs, inspired by the ornamentation of the viking age, elsebeth lavolfd has produced yet another beautiful viking knits collection for her yarn line. Designers choice book 18 the third viking knits collection knitting pattern booklet. Instead, we display her current designs in gallery form, and some of her earlier work can be seen at the separate page about the designer link at the bottom of this page, along with. But after a while she asked if it would be possible to add sleeves. With more than a decade of added experience and continued research, she is now ready to take the concept a step further. Elsebeth lavold silky wool 168 pumpkin patch discontinued. Best quality needles and hooks as well as tools and accessories for your crafting projects. Designers choice book 18 the third viking knits collection. The viking knits collection is the first book in a series of theme collections. Elsebeth lavold silky wool bjorg kit womens accessories kits taken from designers choice book 18 the third viking knits collection. Mist was originally published in viking knits and ancient ornaments in another yarn and another gauge.
You may brows by brand names or get referred from yarn details pages. Elsebeth lavold the out of the blue collection, book 15. Little knits elsebeth lavold hempathy new products. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book eleven sweden sunnyside knitting pattern. A rapidly increasing number of elsbeth lavold designs are being made available in books in english, produced for knitting fever inc. Designers choice book 18 the third viking knits collection paperback.
The corrections apply to the designs jarngerd, ljod, trud, liv, gyrid, menja, herdis, herdis childrens sizes, ran, tyra, torgeir, torgeir childrens sizes, tordis, and gram cap, and can be found below jarngerd p. Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognised as one of the. Elsebeth lavold book 1 the viking knits collection the. Yarns used include calm wool, silky wool, and bambool.
June 1st 2006 until may 31st 2008 is the time span in which the yarn was mislabeled. Elsebeth lavold silky wool yarn 176 light sienna 50g. Elsebeth lavold book 16 a touch of romance at webs. The pattern calls for rowan bamboo soft but pixie substituted elsebeth lavold hempathy.
I really need to order this book elsebeth lavold designer choice book 18 the third viking knits collection see more. Unfortunately elsebeth lavold yarns wasnt notified by the mill of the change until 2008. Our directory links to free knitting patterns only. Elsebeth lavold has received worldwide recognition for her knitwear design. Worsted weight yarn is a great choice for sweaters, afghans, accessories and more. Designers choice book 18 the third viking knits collection jan 1, 2009. Worsted weight yarn is the most commonly used weight of yarn, slightly thicker than dk weight and thinner than bulky yarn. This blanket will be a fantastic reminder of how far youve come. It wont wear outinstead, it will wear ingetting better with age. Three years after the first viking knits collection, elsebeth lavold returns with another collection of designs inspired by the intricate ornamentation of viking age artifacts. Great collection of knitting pattern books and magazines. Elsebeth lavold the third viking knits collection book eighteen viking knits are back.
The viking knits collection errata page ingen konst ab. Home books elsebeth lavold elsebeth lavold elsebeth lavold. The books are available in selected yarn stores in the usa and canada. The largest inventory for all of your knitting, crochet and weaving needs. The third viking knits collection viewing as a guest user. Browse through the books and leaflets that feature elsebeth lavold yarns and find a. Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognised as one of the worlds leading experts on cabling. Elsebeth lavold is currently considered a single author. The 3rd viking knits collection discontinued is available now at jimmy. Elsebeth lavold designer choice book 18 the third viking knits collection v. Ella rae designs book 18 island holiday little knits. Ouch, ive checked and checked and occasionally i seem to have checked once too many. Elsebeth lavold makes great use of its fantastic stitch definition in herbooks. Inspiration and projects for todays knitter lavold, elsebeth, rydell, anders on.
Ever since her groundbreaking book viking patterns for knitting was published, elsebeth lavold has been recognized as one of the worlds leading experts on cabling. Click on the viewbuy yarn pacs button to view all colorways for a design. The 3rd viking knits collection discontinued elsebeth lavold is a swedish knitwear designer with her own line of yarn that shares her name. The third viking knits collection patterns ravelry. Elsebeth lavold the touch of romance collection, book 16. The rock star of knitting it would be impossible to show all of all of the knitwear design elsebeth lavold has created in her more than 30 years as a professional designer, or even a representative selection. Worsted weight yarn includes aran weight yarn and heavy worsted weight yarn. Elsebeth lavold the dreamweaver collection, book 14. Elsebeth lavold book 18 the third viking knits collection. Born to a danish mother and a norwegian father and living in sweden, she has the scandinavian cultural heritage at her fingertips, and she uses it in her knitwear design. Elsebeth lavold the summer breeze collection, book 5. The third viking knits collection the third viking knits collection. A soft and lovely yarn from swedish designer elsebeth lavold.
Warm and whimsical cabled hat and gloves knit in silky wool. Silky wool is a light yet warm combination of silk and wool. All designs in the book are inspired by viking age ornamentation, and they are all knitted in silky wool, a yarn from the elsebeth lavold designers choice label. Product sku eel 18 the third viking knits collection the third viking knits collection. Made from a blend of cotton, hemp, and modal, elsebeth lavold s hempathy is a fantastic yarn for knitting in the summer. Book 11 book 12 book book 14 book 15 book 16 book 17 book 18 book 19. Pixie opted to add a little length so that it would fit the way she wanted it to fit. Elsebeth lavold silky wool has a fabulous nubbly texture and deeply saturated bold colors that will enrich any project.
Viking patterns for knitting is the result of years of research by swedish knitwear designer elsebeth lavold. The third viking knits collection by elsebeth lavold patterns designers choice book eighteen. Elsebeth lavold book 20 just kidding collection great. In the designers choice collection elsebeth hand selects yarns she connects with made with mostly natural or all natural fiber blends and applies her design concept, to produce a harmonious collection. A list of the most popular yarns from elsebeth lavold and links to workable alternatives. Her first book, viking patterns for knitting, was inspired by her extraordinary exhibit, the viking knit elsebeth lavold is a prominent knit designer in sweden whose work is appreciated worldwide.
The rich toneontone colors add depth and interest to the knitted fabric, which has a soft drape. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Aug 3, 2012 elsebeth lavold designer choice book 18 the third viking knits collection. All techniques supported with online video instructions. This dk weight yarn makes warm yet light garments, accessories, and afghans. Available in a broad selection of subtly mottled shades, this lightweight breathable yarn is perfect for airy tops, sweaters and shawls.
A composition change happened shortly after this yarn was released in 2003. This weeks giveaway is two amazing pattern books from elsebeth lavold, both. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. In viking patterns for knitting, ancient nordic ornamentation has been translated into an. Viking patterns for knitting is the result of years of research by swedish knitwear designer elsebeth lavold, who explored patterns of ornamentation found on viking artifacts, such as swords, buckles, combs, and rune stones. In the book, described as an indispensable milestone in 20th century knitting literature, she introduces her own innovation, using lifted increases to create interlace patterns instead of just to shape garments, and to bring new. But sometimes patterns that were available for free become paywalled later. All of the designs in the second viking knits collection are shown here a treasure for lovers of elsebeth lavold designs and viking knits. Elsebeth lavold designers choice book one the viking knits collection jan 1, 2003. Here i have adapted it for silky wool, making it suitable for a broader temperature range as well as extending the potential use to a wider spectrum of situations. The second viking knits collection, a book of designs inspired by viking age artifacts. This lightweight yarn is easy to work with, gives excellent stitch definition. Elsebeth lavold book 20 the just kidding collection. Elsebeth lavold silky wool bjorg kit womens accessories.
Elsebeth lavold the out of the woods collection, book. 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. Youll notice the picture of pixies finished cardi looks longer than the one on the cover. Or the practical and attractive shoulder bag greip, in silky wool. The pattern booklets and single patterns in support of our yarn selection. Hemp is an incredible plant fiber that is valued for its strength and durability. Seventeen new designs for the family, based on intricate viking ornamentation. It will retain color better than any other fiber, including cotton, due to its porous nature which also allows.
Elsebeth lavold is best known for her timeless design work known worldwide as viking knits. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Elsebeth lavold lazy days collection knitting pattern book. Viking patterns for knitting book by elsebeth lavold. Explore and shop locally for all shades of elsebeth lavold silky wool a light weight 45% wool, 35% silk, 20% nylon polyamide yarn. Designers choice book eight by elsebeth lavold and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Youll build your skill set with each block you knit, and by the end, youll have a gorgeous lap throw. Viking knits and ancient ornaments goodreads share book.