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Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions

By Marianne Isager

Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions book

Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions

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Knit a Paradise of Patterns with Inca Knits Take a knitting journey through Latin America with Danish knitwear designer Marianne Isager. Marianne's name is synonymous with modern Danish design, and Inca Knits is no exception. Every project has a striking feature, be it an interesting combination of yarns, a clever use of stitch pattern, or an unusual form of construction. Part knitting book, part travelogue, Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions showcases 15 stunning projects for women, men, and children inspired by the art and ture of the high Andes and South America. Choose from sweaters inspired by ancient Peruvian pottery, the baskets of Ecuador, Peruvian hats and belts, even the animals of the region. Each project is beautifully photographed, and accompanied by easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions with charts and diagrams. In drawings, photos, and essays, learn about Marianne’s inspiration for each piece. With Inca Knits you will learn: New and innovative uses of color and pattern Interesting construction and texture techniques How to find inspiration in various landscapes, wildlife, textiles and more Bring the stunning colorwork, vibrant stripes, and geometric motifs of ancient Incan textiles to the twenty-first century with Inca Knits.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
160
Release Date:
2009-10-15
Publication Date:
2009-10-15
Publisher:
Interweave Press Inc
Languages:
Published: English, Original: English
ISBN10:
1596681160
Weight:
567 g
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