Icelandic Mittens 25 Traditional Patterns Reimagined

Gorgeous contemporary reconstructions and reinterpretations of the rich knitting traditions of Iceland.

The Textile Museum in Blndus in northern Iceland houses a unique and fascinating collection of handknit Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Now, Gurun Hannele Hentinnen, an expert with a degree in textile studiesand the owner of a yarn shop located in Reykjavkhas reconstructed patterns and charts based on those historical examples, and breathed new life into a stunning selection of mittens and gloves for the modern knitter.