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Isager, Marianne

 
9781596681163: Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1596681160 ISBN 13 : 9781596681163
Editeur : Interweave Press Inc, 2009

Synopsis

Knit a Paradise of Patterns with Inca Knits Take a knitting journey through Latin America with Danish knitwear designer Marianne Isager. Marianne's name is synonymous with modern Danish design, and Inca Knits is no exception. Every project has a striking feature, be it an interesting combination of yarns, a clever use of stitch pattern, or an unusual form of construction. Part knitting book, part travelogue, Inca Knits: Designs Inspired by South American Traditions showcases 15 stunning projects for women, men, and children inspired by the art and ture of the high Andes and South America. Choose from sweaters inspired by ancient Peruvian pottery, the baskets of Ecuador, Peruvian hats and belts, even the animals of the region. Each project is beautifully photographed, and accompanied by easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions with charts and diagrams. In drawings, photos, and essays, learn about Marianne’s inspiration for each piece. With Inca Knits you will learn: New and innovative uses of color and pattern Interesting construction and texture techniques How to find inspiration in various landscapes, wildlife, textiles and more Bring the stunning colorwork, vibrant stripes, and geometric motifs of ancient Incan textiles to the twenty-first century with Inca Knits.

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À propos de l'auteur

Marianne Isager has taught at numerous design and craft schools throughout Denmark and has been active in the establishment of the knitting line at Skals School of Handicraft. She earned her degree as a textile designer from Copenhagen's School of Design and Handicrafts. The ideas for this book came directly from one of her sojourns in Africa. Marianne lives in Aarhus, Denmark.

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Éditeur
Interweave Press Inc
Date d'édition
2009
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1596681160
ISBN 13 
9781596681163
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
160
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Personne responsable
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