Inspired by the seasonal festivals and traditions of Japan, this blend of
traditional Scandinavian knitting with distinctive Japanese influences explores
the beautiful design elements steeped in folk customs. Created especially for
women, these patterns are true to the Japanese ideals of high-quality design
and materials. Twelve sweaters, oriented around the months of the year, are each
knitted using nearly a dozen different techniques. With project names like .Sake
and Soba,. .Summer in Tokyo,. .Rice Fields,. .Flower Buds,. and .Stone Garden,.
knitters will have plenty of inspiration. In addition to standard knit and purl
combinations, the patterns feature double knitting, domino knitting, shadow
knitting, lace, cables, entrelac, intarsia, and stranded two-color knitting.
All techniques are described in detail with clear text and illustrations, and an
illustrated glossary at the end of the book provides technical instruction needed
for any project. Also included are Japanese ideographs that relate to themes that
inspired the projects, a Japanese calendar, plus lush travel photography of Japan
that will inspire any knitter.

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