Traditional Knitting – Cover

I’ve been stuck with a book that I just couldn’t sit down to review. It was published in 1981 and written by Gwyn Morgan. My guess is that it was originally written in the UK as the patterns have centimeters given first in measurements. Spoiler alert – I’m not keeping this one.

Traditional Knitting – back cover

Nice traditional designs that would be appropriate for current casual wear!

Knitting History

The book begins with an historical overview.As the subtitle suggests there is history of Ireland, Scotland and England.

Guernsey and Fair Isle sweaters

The patterns are traditional styles with projects for kids, women and men.

Shetland colorwork charts

The charts in the patterns are a plus for making the sweaters.

Guernsey charts

Nice that the patterns also include stitch charts for ease in knitting.

Cardigans and Vests

For knitters who love lots of stitches and color patterns this book is perfect. I’m probably not going to use this again so it will travel on to another knitter!

https://www.amazon.com/Traditional-Knitting-Patterns-Ireland-Scotland/dp/0312813147/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=traditional+knitting+Patterns+of+Ireland%2C+Scotland%2C+and+England&qid=1568579979&sr=8-1