Traditional latvian mittens book

I taught myself and since then have made many pairs which i give away to friends and family. No book on folk knitting could be complete without a mention of latvian baltic area knitted mittens and the courtship and marriage traditions of mitten giving. Spring latvian fingerless mitts pattern knitting traditions. It is an animalfilled hootenanny, where tigers, penguins, zebra, poodles, terriers, sheep, giraffes, cats and more cavort along side some more traditionalish mitten motifs. It also contains a wealth of information about latvian traditional costume in the form of meaning of symbols. Lizbeth includes instructions for five specific mittens. Her first book, latvian mitten designs latviesu cimdu raksti, was published when erna was 85 years old. Knit like a latvian ieva ozolina haftad 9781446306727.

In the old days, a brides dowry would contain at least few hundred mittens that the bride had knitted herself. This page is dedicated to traditions of knitting latvian mittens, sharing stories and. Presented in latvian and in english, the author gives much information about the social significance of mittens in latvian farming communities and speaks with affection of how the tradition has been carried across to america by the emigrants. My latvian grandma taught me how to knit when i was a kid. The mitten as a symbol of friendship and esteem continues today. Traditional latvian mittens for a man latvianartisans 5 out of 5. These mittens are a modification of a traditional latvian mitten pattern that has been published with the name graph 53 in a book latvian mittens latvie su cimdi by lizbeth upitis. The book was first published in 1981 in the us, as latvia had limited freedoms at. Her detailed technical instructions and drawings show how to create the esoteric fringecaston, scalloped cuffs, latvian braid, and other. This is an original traditional pattern comming from kurzeme,the region of latvia.

The overall shape of the mitten is one of a latvian mitten, not featuring any shaping for the. 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. This book offers a combination of beautiful and intricate garment designs, a substantial section on techniques that you wont find elsewhere. Traditional latvian patterns can still be found today on knitted scarves and mittens. Ieva ozolina knit yourself a pair of stunning latvian mittens with this collection of traditional latvian mitten knitting patterns. Book by lizbeth upitis latvian mittens too bad i only crochet lizbeth upitis is truly a master knitter, and schoolhouse press is proud to publish this book of extraordinarily beautiful traditional latvian mittens, with color photographs of 92 mittens and 125 charts. Here are the best souvenirs you can bring home from riga, latvia. More than 20 heritage designs to knit christine legrow. This book has many color photos of amazing patterns to knit. Be the first to ask a question about latvian mittens. There are maps of the different regions with the mittens from each, together with explanations of the various designs and patterns, colours used, styles of cuff and history. This page is dedicated to traditions of knitting latvian mittens, sharing stories and knowledge behind them.

Although there have been publications before concerning latvian ethnographic mittens, the book mittens of latvia. Knitted mittens have always played an important role in traditional latvian culture. The symbolic language of mittens incorporates not only latvian but also characteristics of other nations worldwide. Spring mittens by amanda sund spring mittens by amanda sund you are in the right place about crochet bookmark here we offer you the most beautifulinspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of lat inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of latvia. At this store and on many stands along the street we saw mittens of every color and patterns, no two the same. Knit like a latvian 50 knitting patterns for a fresh take on traditional latvian mittens book. Latvian mittens and traditional patterns is at kungu ielas radosais kvartals. The story of latvian wool latvian yarn is produced from old wool processing methods which gives it uniqueness and the charm of the rural latvian countryside. Beautiful white, red, and light blue patterned colorful mittens. In every culturalhistoric or ethnographic region, be it vidzeme, latgale, augszeme, zemgale or kurzeme, it is quite peculiar and unique.

Mar 16, 2018 in this weeks casual friday, i discuss my ongoing sock heel investigations, and talk about the unexpected delightful experiences you can have when pushing yourself out of a rut even when things. It also contains a wealth of information about latvian traditional costume in the form of meaning of symbols used on the mittens, frequently used colours etc. Book knit like a latvian 50 knitting patterns for a fresh take on traditional latvian mittens ieva ozolina author knit yourself a pair of stunning latvian mittens with this collection of traditional latvian mitten knitting patterns. A classic knitting treasure is reissued with 44 new mittens, expanded color section and graphs. Latvian mitten diy knitting kit knit like a latvian kurzeme 1. Latvian mittens are colorful and have patterns a bit like fairisle or norwegian style color knitting. The overall shape of the mitten is one of a latvian mitten, not featuring any shaping. There are 50 different styles to choose from including simpler variations of the mittens such as fingerless gloves and wrist warmers. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The latvian traditional mitten pattern love love the colors. Latvian mittens from upitis book mittens pattern, knitting. While paging through a book of latvian weaving patterns some years ago, williams, a nonweaver, was intrigued by the possibilities of using weaving drafts for color pattern knitting. Erna jansons books on latvian mitten designs and latvian.

A beautifully presented book displaying the many traditional designs of latvian mittens. The wool comes from a family owned farm and is sheared by hands and then made into wool. Then when i was older, my mom found me a book that had english translations on how to knit traditional latvian mittens. Beautifully presented with lots of exquisite designs charted and photographed on the opposite page. Written in both english and latvian, this book offers beautiful patterns, great howto techniques and quantities of charts. Ethnographer maruta grasmane the book presents 178 samples of mittens, reproduced from the 18th century originals in latvian museum. Had to share this adorable free pattern by amanda sund, spring mittens. Latvian mittens from upitis book knitting accessories. In this weeks casual friday, i discuss my ongoing sock heel investigations, and talk about the unexpected delightful experiences you can have when pushing yourself out of a rut even when things. I bought this book whilst taking part in a schoolhouse press latvian mitten kal led by the author of the book, lizbeth upitis. Inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of lat inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of latvia. According to customs records, bergen on the west coast of norway was an import harbor for luxury items, such as embroidered and knitted silk garments. 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.

Book knit like a latvian, crafts manual, pattern manual, mitten patterns, wrist warmers patterns. Even if you are an inexperienced knitter you can create a beautiful traditional design. May 29, 2017 although there have been publications before concerning latvian ethnographic mittens, the book mittens of latvia. The book presents 178 samples of mittens, reproduced from the 18th century originals in latvian museum collections, their knitting secrets and wearing traditions. Knitted fragments found in norwegian graves have been dated to around 1500. If you are interested in knitting, knitting charts, traditional knitting, gloves and mittens, or latvia, youll find this a fun book.

Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Knitting patterns yarn shopping for traditional latvian mittens in riga, latvia. Latvialaiset lapaset mittens around the world latvia. We knit things and wear mittens with color combinations and motifs were unlikely to put on a sweater. The latvian traditional mitten pattern love love the. Mittens have long played a part in traditional latvian society. Inspired by the beautiful traditional latvian mittens of the book mittens of latvia. We have loads of superb mitten books, the best of which tend to focus on a specific cultural tradition. The front features a repeating daisy pattern which.

Books at nordic fiber arts special scandinavian pattern. Moreover it is a visually magnificent book which tells us the story about latvian traditional culture through bright and inspiring photos. How to work a latvian braid in the round knitting tutorial duration. In the past, young women aspired to have from 50 to 200 pairs of mittens knitted for their wedding day when they would give mittens to inlaws, people who contributed to the wedding, and for hanging in auspicious places in the new home. Knit yourself a pair of stunning latvian mittens with this collection of traditional latvian mitten knitting patterns. There are 50 different styles to choose from including simpler variations of the. With color photographs of 92 mittens and 125 charts, upitis includes instructions for five specific mittens. Lizbeth upitis is truly a master knitter, and her book of extraordinarily beautiful traditional latvian mittens is a knitters paradise. The complexity of the traditional costume is striking, especially if we bear in mind that in the old times the costumes were entirely handmade. I enjoyed knitting the mittens, using graph 19, district of vidzeme mittens. So, even if you are an inexperienced knitter you can create a beautiful traditional design. Maker of traditional latvian wool socks and mittens by raksti. It is speculated that knitting came to norway from denmark.