She died three years before i was born and the only thing i know about her is that she was a good swimmer. In northern europe, knitted lace was for selling, knitted in wool, and knitted by the poor as an essential part of the familys income. In 100 years there will be more orgusaar in estonian homes than aalto in finnish homes. Meet estonian lace expert nancy bush and learn about the history of lace from haapsalu, a port city famed for its gorgeous, intricate shawls and scarves in a variety of shapes. There are also lace patterns that are much easier to knit and just as beautiful. I have a lace pattern for a shawl supposed to be moderately easy but im not finding it that. Estonian lace knitting beyond the hebrides lace symposium. The central unique feature of estonian lace is the socalled nupp stitch basically a bubble but estonian lace knitting is way more than just nupps, especially when you look closer at its distinctive stitch patterns. The picture below shows the pattern crown prince by nancy bush, a typical estonian lace shawl. See more ideas about lace, lace knitting and knitting.
An estonian home filled with colorful textiles by amy azzarito although clothing designer liina viira was born and raised in stockholm, sweden, her family is originally from estonia. My provisional bookshelf, built out of wooden boxes and glass. A substantial tome of 300 pages, it is available directly from saara publishing who produce many wonderful books about estonian crafts. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The shawl is worked by casting on for the bottom edge then working up to the middle top, decreasing on every second row to create a triangular shape. Estonian lace explained, a knitting class bluprint. But if you know what to look for nupps, lily of the valley, and other traditional estonian motifs then youll be able to recognize what makes estonian lace patterns so unique. At first glance, estonian lace might look like any other lace knitting pattern. Nancy bush, an estonian knitting authority, helps knitters. Lace cable knit patterns 10 relief knit patterns 1 drop stitches 1 fancy knit stitches 11 diamond knit stitches 12. Thus much of the knitted lace from southern europe consists of circular doyleys and other shaped mats, along with mantillas worn over the hair in catholic churches, while knitted lace from. In this class youll make a smaller sampler shawl that will familiarize you with estonian knitting techniques.
Mar 17, 2018 for orenburg lace knitting stitch patterns galina khmelevas book gossamer webs is the number one resource, and so is sharon millers heirloom knitting for shetland lace shawls. Lace patterned every row is significantly more open than lace patterned every other row both motifs shown use yodecyodec meshtype openwork patterns, but because lace patterned every row actually incorporates the last rows yo into the next rows decrease, the effect is much airier. If these images have wetted your appetite for estonian lace, take a look at knitting beyond the hebrides for an article on the subject, illustrated with several swatches of patterns from pitsilised koekirjad. Knitting estonian nupp stitch knitting blog pattern duchess. Nancy bush popularized estonian knitting worldwide with her book knitted lace of estonia. 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. Haapsalu, a resort town on the west coast of estonia, was a popular vacation spot during the nineteenth century, where tourists could purchase knitted lace shawls from the local women. Watch this episode of interweave to learn how to knit an estonian lace shawl, composed of a lovely scalloped edge, thickly woven interior, and a holey woven scalloped lace pattern. Oct 26, 2010 deepen your knowledge of lace knitting with 14 estonian, heirloom quality lace patterns from nancy bush in a new edition of her bestselling book knitted lace of estonia. Nancy bush shares her passion for estonian lace interweave. These fab legwarmers look smashing in contrasting color ways of mochi plus. The main source of estonian lace stitch patterns and techniques is the book pitsilised koekirjad by leili riemann, published by kirjastus monokkel in 1995. This triangular shawl has an allover lily of the valley lace motif and would make a spectacular wedding shawl. These wool shawls are still available in estonia and can be square, rectangular, or triangular.
Echo flower shawl pattern by jenny johnson johnen lovely free lace knitting patterns. With these, we have chosen 15 of the best lace knitting patterns we can find on the web. Symbols row guides column guides sections stitch counts metadata horizontal repeats. This pretty knit has a lovely twigeffect pattern running throughout. The bookshelf wear on the binding was not really visible. Whatever type or look of lace knitting pattern you choose, it will always look fabulous and ultrachic. Jun 06, 2014 the lace pattern is easier than it looks with patterning only on right side rows, giving you those lovely rest rows on the wrong side. The pattern is worked in the round on a multiple of 6 sts. Openwork knits go ohsofast once youve internalized the repeats, and blocking them is magic. Lace shawls, which are composed of many delicate patterns with holes interspersed for breathability, fit the bill just right. The unique feature of this special type of estonian lace is the small nuppa button used to decorate openwork or outline special patterns. Sewing on the lace edging for estonian lace shawl pattern duchess. Knitting blog pattern duchess your online knitting help. June is almost over i am enjoying the weather and my everchanging garden.
The designer named this pattern after the aeolian erosion in the mohave desert. Estonian knitting is worthy of exploring in every respect, whether it be choosing the appropriate palette or pattern, or using authentic techniques. Unfortunately, i learned in january 2006, that the book went out of print. Haapsalu, a small resort town on the west coast of estonia is famous for its th. Download the original estonian lace scarf pattern for free. How to knit traditional estonian lace shawl with nancy bush. The unique feature of this special type of estonian lace is the small nupp a button used to decorate openwork or outline special patterns. Work the wrongside row until your nupp stitches, and purl everything together click here for the tutorial. We cant get enough of lace here at lk, and right now we have a particular love for gorgeous lace shawls. The estonian rib is a great looking diagonal rib, accentuated by alternating bands of mochi plus that give the legwarmers a checkered or almost an enterlac look. Deepen your knowledge of lace knitting with 14 estonian, heirloom quality lace patterns from nancy bush in a new edition of her. How to knit an estonian lace shawl with eunny jang wonderhowto. Not a simple pattern book, and certainly not a project book, but a.
Deepen your knowledge of lace knitting with 14 estonian, heirloom quality lace patterns from nancy bush in a new. In many ways, estonian lace knitting looks like most lace but there are differences, too. Knitting any type of fine lace is a challenge whether it is estonian, shetland or any other fine lace. The pattern for a fullsized shawl is also included. These ladies have posted some lovely designs, including several lace edging patterns and others. Not a simple pattern book, and certainly not a project book, but a time capsule into a far. This design originally appeared in the fall 2006 issue of interweave knits.
The fastest, easiest way to shop for patterns in the areas of crochet, knitting, quilting, crafts, plastic canvas, cross stitch, sewing, tatting, and more. With knitted lace of estonia with nancy bush, youll learn. Jun 22, 2012 hi, i purchased a book, 60 more quick knits, produced by cascade yarns. A glorious, coffeetable size book of knitted lace, estonia and a binding love between the two. This shawl looks great in both solid and semisolid color lace, fingering, and shetlandsportdk weight yarns. Her knowledge of and passion for estonian lace knitting makes this. Estonian dream shawl is available for purchase on ravelry. First, on the rightside row, work your knits and yarn overs where needed do not knit together, and continue with your pattern.
Sewing on the lace edging for estonian lace shawl youtube. See more ideas about lace knitting, lace knitting patterns and lace patterns. Leaf knit stitches 37 wavy knit patterns 23 subscribe to free knitting patterns knitting. New october, 2010 paperback edition also includes a dvd. With patterns for all abilities, our baby blanket collection is perfect for a gift for a new baby. Graceful curves and arches, inspired by estonian lace knitting motifs, create a poetic rhythm and beauty in this lyrical shawl.
Everyone has been sick for the past week except me and i needed a restful day. This shawl looks amazing, and it really isnt as hard as it looks. History of estonian knitting overview of types of garments knitted in the 18th and 19th centuries suitable yarns and needles. How to knit traditional estonian lace technique of the. The motif of my estonian butterflies shawl is based on a stitch pattern from the book the haapsalu shawl. Our top 9 free lace shawl knitting patterns updated for. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about estonian fashion. Lace shawl and wrap knitting patterns in the loop knitting. To knit this pattern you will have to make nupps a lot of them. And for an excellent blog entry on how to reverseengineer a lace pattern, check out twosheep.
You never know what treasures youll find lurking in the corner of their bookshelf. I love estonian lace patterns and this allover starflower pattern really caught my eye. Our selection includes simple stich patterns, cables, classic stripes and more complex lace motifs. We have lots of easy knitted shawl patterns for lacy decorative shawls, snuggly winter shawls, and beautiful knitted prayer shawl patterns too. Estonian knitting is very particular in its techniques and patterns. Pattern of the edge lace motives silvia is inspired by the traditional stitch motif silvia which is enriched with great amount of nupps. I would like to demonstrate techniques of estoian lace knitting that i used in my old garden shawl. Estonian lace, and conquering the nupp finngarian knits. The bulk of the book is then straight strips of a torchonlike lace, with lots of half stitch and gimps. This is the reason that the characteristic estonian lace patterns have been devised in such a way that they combine the so popular delicate appearance as well as many nupps. Estonian rib infinity scarf danube crystal palace yarns. The body of the scarf shown here is knitted to the desired dimensions, then stitches are picked up from all edges and the decorative edging is worked in the round. Deepen your knowledge of lace knitting with 14 estonian, heirloom quality lace patterns from nancy bush in a new edition of her bestselling book knitted lace of estonia.
An estonian home filled with colorful textiles designsponge. This horseshoe lace knit stitch pattern is perfect for creating a light, slouchy beret. The pillows are a find from one of my trips to essaouira, morocco. So although the books title is knitted lace of estonia, it actually refers to the lace knitting of estoniasomething bush clarifies right at the beginning.
Estonian rib legwarmers mochi plus crystal palace yarns. Really delightful historical material, including a piece on a 19th century penny dreadful novel called tina, about a poor, beautiful lace maker and the specific lace patterns she made while defending her virtue. Donna druchenas from sheep to shawl talks about estonian lace knitting that generally has a plain wrong side row of purl and where the lace pattern is worked in knit on the right side rows. Nancys books on estonian knitting are among my alltime favorites.
Estonian starflower allover lace with balanced edges megan. How to get started with the proper tools, caston methods, and information on the various shawl types and shaping how to read a. Its actually a single pattern that has roots in both, estonian and in swedish national patterns. Rows 1, 3, 9 and 11 use a multiple of 12 stitches plus 7 extra for the balanced edges. We also have nancys stunning estonian summer shawl pattern for sale in our online store. I have several books on the subject and love the designs and the stories behind the patterns. With over traditional estonian lace patterns in the stitch library and. Even if you dont plant to knit lace in all of these styles, you will enjoy the. Oct 01, 2008 nancy bush always does a nice job with her books. For orenburg lace knitting stitch patterns galina khmelevas book gossamer webs is the number one resource, and so is sharon millers heirloom knitting for shetland lace shawls.
What better way to get rest, than to knit estonian lace for the first time. Estonian lace is characterized by nupps so this video shows you the technique of the nupps. This stitch pattern inspired me to get it out, spend a few hours waxing and polishing my neglected wooden swift and spend the better part of an afternoon balling up the wool. The projects range from small triangle shawls to very large square shapes that can be warn as a double triangle. It ends with a scalloped edging, and the lace throughout has an estonian influence. Lace knitting, on the other hand, involves working rows of plain stitches between each pattern rowwhich is how estonian lace is done. Estonian lace princess baby blanket knitting patterns for. On this website the authors focus on modern lace knitting in the estonian tradition, building on and inspired by the famous haapsalu shawls. After getting a glimpse of the possibilities, nancy had us start on samplers of several common estonian patterns. One stitch pattern in particular has always caught my eye and it. The most common estonian fashion material is cotton. I love that there are instructions and techniques for adapting the included stitch dictionary to your own designs. Weve rounded up nine of our favourite free knitting and crochet patterns so you can make your very own timeless garment, so what are you waiting for grab some needles or hooks and get crafting.
Nothing makes you feel as safe and cozy as a shawl. A knitted lace tradition from estonia by siiri reimann, aime edasi. The most prominent stitch in estonian lace is the nupp stitch which provides texture to your work. Traditions and techniques really is, i think the most important book to be published about knitting history for many years, and is surely an essential addition to any knitterly bookshelf. Watching a lumpy, crumpled strip transform into something long and elegant is the knitting equivalent of sorcery. I managed to only finish one called vaosabakiri peacock before moving on to the lily of the valley estonian lace sampler. When it comes to estonian lace knitting theres a standard reference book, too. I wanted to knit it and after following the 16 row pattern row sequence 3 times and ripping it out, i came to the conclusion that the number of stitches you ended up with at the certain rows were incorrect. Nov 24, 2016 this is how you will sew on the edging of your your estonian lace shawl. Flowers are blooming and the kids are finally done with the school. Ive had some shetland cobweb weight yarn sitting in my stash for years and years. I hope you are enjoying some lovely spring weather and maybe even sitting in the sun or shade and knitting. Knitted shawl patterns instant download lovecrafts. Estonian bobbin lace patterns eesti niplispitsi mustreid by eeva talts, 2003.
Haapsalu scarf has been a symbol of haapsalu since the last century. Contemporary lace knit edgings based on traditional estonian knitting. There is only one row to the pattern, but colors are changed every 4 rows to create entrelaclike pattern. You can use lace weight yarn, fingering and sportweight yarn for delicate and detailed stitchwork, or go big with bulky yarn and a trendy triangle scarf knitting pattern. Our top 9 free lace shawl knitting patterns updated for 2018. A pattern called halfleaf inspired me to make these socks. Lace scarves are beautiful, but the thing i secretly like most about them is how fast they knit up and how far they extend your yarn.
This design was inspired by the beautiful lace stitches of estonian knitting. Knitted lace wedding dress haapsalu lace pattern from estonia. Estonian cast on for sock knitting kdtv 212 w nancy bush. Shop for crochet, knitting, quilting and sewing patterns, as well as card making projects and supplies, beading kits, yarn, fabric and more at annies. If you thought of lace shawls as only delicate wisps, take a look at some of these free knitting patterns for shawls and wraps in cotton yarn, bulky yarn, and worsted yarn. I love that knitted lace of estonia is a very well researched and documented history of a technique and cottage industry that is in danger of disappearing. Are you thinking of crazy nupps and gathered stitches when you hear estonian stitches. Courant a mosaic colorwork estonian lace knitted shawl pattern. Definitely a mustread for lovers of lace knitting, also due to the many free stitch patterns that can be found there. The most different pattern feature is the socalled nupp a bobble, basically. I am very happy to be publishing my newest pattern today estonian dream shawl. Estonian lace on my needles pattern praise estonian lace sampler scarf 2020 as im slowly getting back to knitting i thought it would be fun to knit someone elses patterns for a change. The estonian dreams shawl features wondrous, willowstitch lace complete with the signature nupps that set the estonian style apart. It is a wool knitwear that is so fine that you can pull it through your ring.
Today i had a nice quiet day ahead of me with both children at school and nothing on my calendar. This beautiful blanket uses a traditional estonian stitch pattern. The coordinating decorative lace edging is not estonian, but it makes for an easier project by knitting it alongside the main portion of the blanket. Lace knitting patterns, shawl patterns, knitting charts, lace patterns, knitting stitches, free knitting, crochet shawls and wraps, knitted shawls, lace shawls. Yarn 248 half thinner than reguler yarn for haapsalu lace. Traditional twig, peacock, and lily of the valley patterns and their variations. Now with a bonus 1hour dvd, knitted lace of estonia will teach you about traditional lace knitting techniques, such as.
The shelf comb that i am talking about belongs to the estonian designer. This lacy scarf follows the design of the beautiful haapsalu ratik or haapsalu shawls from estonia. Pattern designed and scarf knitted by helin poldve. Simple estonian zigzag lace knit edging this pattern is posted at a blog featuring contemporary knitting designs that are based on traditional estonian knitting patterns.
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