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Traditional Knitted Lace Shawls Martha Waterman
Publisher: Interweave Press

The Estonian lace shawl is a traditional knit style originating from Haapsalu, a small town in Estonia. By Danielle • December 18, The tradition of knitting lace shawls began in Haapsalu, a town on the west coast of Estonia in the early 1800's. I think these sweaters maintain the light, airy feel of lace without the fussiness of more traditional patterns. I really am not a fan at all of flowery lace knitting (most of the knit lace shawl and shawlette patterns I see are a turn off for me), but really love lace knitting when it's done in geometric patterns. I'm particularly smitten with “Trifle” and “Tracery” from #12. The lace edging was knitted on. I'd love to see much more geometric lace knitting. Though the information for the patterns aren't as detailed as I'd like (ie. This was probably the fastest method, but the next Shetland Lace Shawl will be constructed in the traditional manner, so loads of grafting to look forward too. Also, I've become obsessed with knitting shawls from the book, "Traditional Knitted Lace Shawls" by Martha Waterman. Martina's shop also stockes many other European lace knitting books and patterns. We all went away very inspired! These yarns are worthy of the lace shawls that Margaret designs and knits—delicate and fine enough to pass through a wedding ring, but warm and elastic at the same time. We'll start with a shawl, as simple or complex as you can dream up. There were some amazing pieces of knitting, ranging from the most intricate, fine lace shawls to brightly coloured traditional fairisle sweaters. Making a Traditional Haapsalu Shawl with Nancy Bush. We begin with an overview of Plug+Play design, how it works, and why we think it is, hands down, the simplest, easiest way to apply lace stitch patterns to knitted fabric. Stahman's Shawls and Scarves by Myrna Stahman includes instructions for making traditional Faroese shawls as well as Seaman's scarves. Enjoy a traditional Sunday roast dinner, with all the trimmings, and after dinner, those who wish may order a refreshing beverage from the bar, and meet in the Orangery for a Today's Sweater show and tell, followed by relaxing knitting and chat.