North Wind Knits

Book in English

160 pages, 13 patterns: 9 jumpers, 2 cardigans, 1 hat and 1 scarf

Rediscover a slower pace of life through knitting. Within these pages, a quiet joy grows stitch by stitch, whilst the north wind blows through the forest with its invigorating force.

Inspired by the beauty of nature, these designs for jumpers, cardigans and accessories allow the wool to express itself through texture, structure and thoughtful design.

Modern techniques, top-down construction and refined details make knitting a real pleasure and the finished pieces a delight to wear.

At the heart of this book lies the wool of native Finnish sheep – a hard-wearing fibre with deep roots and full of character. You’ll also find tips on how to alternate yarns whilst retaining that beautiful rustic look on your needles.

For Annika Konttaniemi, who also created Arctic Knitting – The Magic of Nature and Colourwork, knitting is both a personal and a communal experience.

Her designs are inspired by walks through subarctic forests and knitting retreats, where skills, stories and connections are shared through the simple joy of working together.

Knits, patterns and text: Annika Konttaniemi

Technical review and translation of patterns: Heli Rajavaara

Proofreading: Elina Lähteenmäki

Translation: Rebecca Watson

Photography and layout: Viola Minerva Virtamo