Magical Knits From The North: 19 enchanting knitting patterns inspired by magic and mysticism

Hand-crafted clothing and hand-knitted gifts have a magic of their own. This collection of poems, spells and 19 knitting patterns for clothes and accessories is designed to connect the reader with their deeper selves so they can impart some of that magic into the finished makes.
The 19 knitting patterns in this book are accompanied by poems – in the form of charms or spells – intended to call forth the power that resides in the reader and knitter and pass it on to the wearer of the finished garment. These poems are inspired Finnish folk music – in the past the seers and healers were often referred to as singers – these traditional rhymes and spells can be used to focus the mind and enhance a state of mindfulness.
The authors are Meri Mort, a yoga teacher and writer, and Katinka Sarjanoja, a knitwear designer, and together they have created a unique collection of knitting patterns based on the themes and imagery of mysticism and folklore.
As knitters know, knitting can be a meditative experience when the knitter’s mind is firmly focused on the tips of the needles and the stitches they are making. When you are knitting a gift for a friend or family member, your thoughts often dwell on the recipient and some of those thoughts also work their way into the knitting itself. Memories of the paths you have travelled together are knitted into a pair of much-loved socks, while a pair of gloves made as a gift absorb your appreciation of the loving hands they are going to keep warm. A scarf knitted for a parent conveys gratitude for the safe, nurturing childhood they gave you as you, in turn, protect them from the cold.
Magic can also be knitted into clothes you will make for yourself. The stitches of the snake socks might be infused with courage in the face of change, knitting the grief socks might be a way to engaging with the grieving process, or knitting the fun women’s yoga socks might help you explore your relationship with joy.
There are many ways to use this book so that it resonates with you and your knitting. Embrace the magic.

From the Publisher

The magic of hand knitting

Hand-crafted clothing has a magic of its own and this collection includes knitting patterns for small projects like fingerless gloves through to sweaters and capes.

Poems, charms and spells

In addition to the beautiful knitting patterns, the authors have created poems and spells to accompany the projects and promote mindful knitting and meditation.

Magical motifs

The designs and motifs in the projects are drawn from the traditions of magic and folklore and feature animals and plants steeped in symbolism.

Large charts

All of the colourwork charts are included at a large scale alongside the written patterns so you can follow along easily.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ David & Charles
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 25, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1446313182
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1446313183
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.25 x 10 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #922,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1,483 in Knitting (Books)
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