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A historical & practical guide to traditional Portuguese techniques, with 20 inspirational projects by Rosa Pomar
More than just a history book or a handicraft manual, Portuguese Knitting is a journey into Portugal's knitting heritage. Traditional patterns and techniques are brought up to date in the form of beautiful modern pieces such as socks, hats, shawls, cowls, pot holders and leggings. Portuguese knitting differs from regular knitting in the way the wool is held; it can either be passed through a special Portuguese knitting pin attached to the knitter's clothes, or looped around the neck and then over a finger. Easy-to-follow instructions and clear illustrations allow beginners or more experienced knitters to recreate historical pieces in an original, contemporary way. You can make the projects as they are shown, or use other colours to create your own unique and original gifts.
Index 4 Preface 7 Introduction 8 The history of knitting 11 Knitting in Portugal 27 Introduction 28 Materials 30 Finishes 33 Raw materials 33 Types and traditions 38 Socks 39 Jumpers 53 Other pieces 59 Techniques 65 Materials 66 Yarn 66 Needles 69 Accessories 71 Other useful tools 71 Interpreting the labels 72 Knitting 72 Tension, density and samples 73 Starting 75 Single casting on 75 Portuguese style casting on 76 Knit and purl 78 Stitches and techniques 82 Patterns 97 Abbreviations and other terms used 98 Barrete de vilão (Villain's cap) 99 Algibeirinha pouch 102 Scarf ‘by music’ 104 Rag mat 106 Mirandês bag 108 Thrum rug 110 Minderica cowl 112 Montemuro cuffs 114 Minderica sleeves 116 Cushion 118 Poveira leg-warmers 120 Striped socks 122 Woolly hat 126 Caninhas shawl 128 Ilha do Corvo beret 130 Shell socks 134 Gloves 140 Lace collar 142 Algibeira pouch 144 Serra de Ossa leggings 146 Patterns 148 Useful Information 151 Yarns, reference books and links 152 Bibliography 153 Credits 157 Acknowledgements 159
Rosa Pomar learned to knit at the age of seven and never stopped. As a child, she knitted mainly dolls and her family found it difficult to tear her away from her knitting needles. She took courses in medieval history, then subsequently in illustration at the School of Visual Arts in Nova Cirque. As the author of one of the oldest Portuguese blogs, www.aervilhacorderosa.com, she frequently addresses the subject of traditional Portuguese textiles. She carries out research in this area, especially in the field of wool, travelling around the country to visit shepherds and spinners. In 2008, she created Retrosaria, a store dedicated to the sale of fabrics and materials for knitting and sewing (www.retrosaria.rosapomar.com). Since 2009, she has created several new textile techniques, always finding ways of bringing the traditional Portuguese knitting methods into contemporary pieces.
Until I read this book I hadnt thought of Portugal as having a knitting tradition and, indeed, the author says that this is the first comprehensive study of the subject. The book starts with a historical review, setting Portugal in the context of the development of European knitting. The following section examines traditional equipment and materials and describes a range of traditional knitted artefacts including socks and stockings, hats and caps, jumpers, purses and rugs. The traditional technique involves tensioning the yarn around the neck or through a hook or pin on the left shoulder, with the yarn manipulated by the left thumb. This makes purl the easiest stitch and the section on techniques provides very clear instructions. There are 20 projects included, based on traditional Portuguese knitted items and most of them knitted in the traditional way, from the back in purl.
The book is well illustrated with photographs and diagrams and with a comprehensive bibliography. It is a rewarding read for anyone interested in traditional knitting. Originally written in Portuguese, the translation is clear and very readable.
If you have never seen Portuguese knitting in action, it's well worth finding a video to see. It is absolutely fascinating!
This book should be on every knitters wish list. It is filled with beautiful projects, 20 in total, and they all have stunning designs and beautiful colour choices.
The beginning of the book gives an in depth history of Portuguese knitting, with some interesting pictures. There is advice on pins, needles and most importantly yarn. The projects themselves are varied, including hats, bags, leggings and even a pillow, that all demonstrate how versatile and useful Portuguese knitting can be.
There are several techniques, stitches, hints and tips to help you along the way and you can even embroider your finished designs to give them a personal and individual flair.
I adored the Lace Collar, it's very vintage and really beautiful.
This is a journey into Portugal's knitting heritage. Portuguese knitting differs from regular knitting in the way the wool is held and these instructions are clear and easy to follow. Beginners or experts can recreate historical pieces brought up-to-date in an original and contemporary way.
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