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Although slightly damaged, all hurt copies are perfectly usable. Books may have bent or scratched covers and/or dented spines. All interior pages are 100% clean. Please note these books are only available from our website whilst stocks last!
29 original designs with charts by Moomin & Linda Permanto
Knit a glorious Moomin sock collection for the whole family with 29 unique, intricately-designed Fair Isle sock patterns, charts included.
Inspired by Tove Jansson’s Moomin books, each pattern is a loving homage to Jansson’s beloved characters, brought to life by the artistry of top Finnish knitwear designers.
You’re invited on an enchanting knitting adventure deep into the heart of Moominvalley, which will capture your heart and spark your creativity. Many of the characters beloved by readers are beautifully represented in these designs. You’ll find practical guidance on finding the perfect fit for every member of your family, and detailed instructions on checking your tension ensure that you create the perfect knits every time.
Each of the delightful patterns tells its own Moomin tale:
Whether you're curled up with a well-loved copy of Finn Family Moomintroll, or exploring the great wide world, these socks will keep you and your family cozy and warm.
Foreword 9
Socks for Moomin fans of all sizes 11
Checking your tension (gauge) 12
The Hemulen Collecting Flowers 14
Berry Picking 20
Dancing in the Rain 26
Happy Sniff 32
Flowers for the Snorkmaiden 38
Mymble’s Herb Garden 44
All that Glitters 50
The Hemulen’s Garden 54
An Independent Thinker 60
Christmas is Coming 66
Diving for Pearls 72
The Wanderer 76
The Moomin House 80
The Invisible Child 86
Rambling Roses 90
Primadonna’s Horse 96
Beware of the Groke 104
Romantic Moomins 112
A Summer’s Day 118
Fun in the Snow 124
Sleepy Snorkmaiden 128
Moomintroll in a Hurry 134
The Hattifatteners Are Coming 138
X Marks the Spot 142
Snufkin Goes Fishing 146
Zzzz Time for a Snooze 150
A Sock for You 156
A Big Moomin Hug 166
Night at Sea 170
The Moomins are the central characters in a series of books and comic strips by Swedish-speaking Finn Tove Jansson (19142001), a painter, illustrator and writer. The Moomins are a family of fantastical white, roundish, hippo-like characters, with large snouts.
After the first Moomin story published in 1945, Tove Jansson went on to write another eight books, four picture books and numerous comic strip stories about the Moomins. The Moomins have inspired numerous television series, films and theme parks.
This glorious sock collection inspired by the Moomin books are delightful. Each pair is a loving homage to the characters created by Tove Jansson. With 29 different patterns and easy to follow charts. Who doesnt want Moomins on their socks? With a little bit of character history for each pattern (in case you did not know who Snorkmaiden is) It may encourage you to read the books, or equally book fans to learn to knit!
The book is a visual delight and great fun for all Moomin lovers who love to wear socks. The patterns are suitable for a confident knitter who works visually from charts. All patterns are made using a DK yarn so this could be an opportunity for one to use up stash for the many multi coloured patterns.
The photos inspire one to knit many of the projects and with 29 to choose from every member of the family could have a different pair. My personal favourite is Diving for pearls and I will be sourcing the tarns to knit myself a pair.
My only criticism is that most patterns only come in one size and unless you are a very confident knitter the pattern would be difficult to adapt for a personal preference.
If you love Moomins and have a passion for knitting, this book is an absolute treat. This beautifully curated collection of sock patterns brings Tove Janssons beloved Moomin characters to life in a way that is both charming and wearable.
See full blog review here: https://coolwoolschool.com/blog-knitted-moomin-socks
Knit a Moomin sock collection for the whole family. The 29 unique Fair Isle sock patterns include charts. Inspired by the Moomin books, top Finnish knitwear designers bring many of the characters to life.
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