Monthly Archives: June 2013

Summer View

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Linda Marveng

It is summer, at least it does feel like it some days if not all! Here is the view from our terrace on one of the beautiful days. The awning is often in use so I can sit comfortably and … Continue reading →

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Milanese Lace Shawl by Nina Hove Myhre

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Linda Marveng

Does the name sound familiar? Yes, Nina is nearly ready to start on project no 4 from my book and this is her Milanese Lace Shawl knitted in the original yarn Wollmeise Lace in beautiful shades of brown called “Tollkirsche”. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Anzula, Julia Gillard, Milanese Lace Shawl, Nina Hove Myhre, Ravelry, Sweaty Knitter, The Guardian, Val McDermod, Wollmeise | 6 Comments

Stitch Maps

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Linda Marveng

“Stitch maps are a new form of knitting chart that use traditional symbols in a novel way: without a grid. The symbols within a stitch map clearly show what stitches to work. And – not being confined within grid squares … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged JC Briar, Ravelry, Stitch Maps | 12 Comments

Strikketreff/Knitting Gathering

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Linda Marveng

Exactly two years and one day after Aase Lynne (pictured right below) started the Facebook group: Strikkesida/Knitting page, 70 out of more than 29 000 members, met in Oslo for a knitting gathering on Sunday 16. July. Designer Denise Samson (pictured left … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Aase Lynne, Denise Samson, Knitting gathering, Oslo, Stella Charming, Strikkesida, Strikketreff | 8 Comments

Shades of Winter

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Linda Marveng

Shades of Winter, Knitting with Natural Wool, is a gorgeous book by Swedish designer Ingalill Johansson, photographed by Ewa K. Andinsson and published by Interweave. There are more than 35 wearable projects separated into 3 natural shades: Natural White, Gray and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged book review, Ewa K. Andinsson, Icehotel, Ingalill Johansson, Shades of Winter | 6 Comments

Professionally photographed: Summer Leaves Sweater

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Linda Marveng

I am delighted to show you a couple of the professional photographs of the Summer Leaves Sweater, taken by Esten A. Borgos on behalf of the Norwegian magazine Familien/The Family. The preliminary publishing date is set to 12. August, issue … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Familien, Hifa, Luxor, Summer Leaves Sweater | 6 Comments

Clotheshorse Mood Board

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Linda Marveng

Yes, it is time again to send in another design submission to the fashionable knitting and crochet magazine Clotheshorse, this time for their Spring/Summer 2014 issue. Out of the four inspiring mood boards, one jumped right at me: “Underwater Love”, … Continue reading →

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Merino Vest Wrap by Nina Hove Myhre

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Linda Marveng

I am delighted to share this stunning photo of Nina Hove Myhre’s Merino Vest Wrap, from my book (available in Norwegian and Finnish), knitted in the original yarn Madeline Tosh Sock yarn in a gorgeous green shade; Tannenbaum – here … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Merino Omslagsvest, Merino Vest Wrap, Nina Hove Myhre, Tosh sock | 2 Comments

Lekre masker og lekne sting

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Linda Marveng

Gorgeous stitches and playful stitching is the title of Designer Sidsel J. Høivik’s new book, stunningly photographed by Anne Helene Gjelstad and recently published in Norwegian by Gyldendal. The book is like a treasure trove filled with inspiration, it is … Continue reading →

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