Grand Shetland Adventure Knits by Gudrun Johnston & Mary Jane Mucklestone

$45.00

Join knitwear designers Mary Jane Mucklestone and Gudrun Johnston for a true Shetland adventure! Their first co-authored book Grand Shetland Adventure Knits is a love letter to these fascinating islands, their nature, traditions and people. It features 14 knitwear patterns that are perfect for a trip to Shetland: from cozy socks and hats to colorwork sweaters.

Short travel stories and photos showcase some of Mary Jane and Gudrun’s favorite places to visit, taking you on an unforgettable journey to a place that — despite its small size and remote location — has had a great impact on the world of knitting.

Mary Jane Mucklestone, also known as MJ, is a knitwear designer, teacher, and author of several knitting books who is based in Maine. Gudrun Johnston is a Shetland-born knitwear designer currently based in Massachusetts.

The following patterns are included in the book.

Patterns by Gudrun Johnston:

Bousta Socks
Cake Fringe Hat
Flooers Cowl
Heritage Yoke
Lucky Lines Pullover
Riggies Cardi
Virdek Shawl (cover)

Patterns by MJ Mucklestone:

Downstairs Socks
Island to Island Vest
Ling V-Neck
Peerie Shop Cardi
Snow Treasure Gloves
Staneydale Scarf
Swatchtastic Flower Hat

Paperback, 200 pages
Published in 2023
Published by Laine Publishing

Photography by Sini Kramer

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