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  • Publisher: Search Press
  • Edition: BB Hardback
  • Publication: 16 September 2025
  • ISBN 13/EAN: 9781800923119
  • Carton Qty: Not Yet Published
  • Size: 204x260 mm
  • Illustrations: 220
  • Pages: 192
  • RRP: $35.00

Traditional Knits from the Faroe Islands

$35.00

by Navia


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Book Description

This stunning book is a celebration of the unique knitting heritage and timeless yet contemporary knitted designs of the Faroe Islands.

Discover 28 stunning knitting patterns for the whole family, from cosy sweaters and cardigans to a snuggly lace-pattern shawl, in this wonderful book from family-run Faroese yarn company, Navia.

  • 28 timeless Faroese designs: from classic sweaters and cozy cardigans to stylish baby clothes, the 28 patterns feature clean lines, bold colours and innovative techniques - ideal for confident knitters looking for heritage designs with a contemporary flavour.
  • Easy-to-follow patterns: create the characteristically Faroese designs, featuring stunning colourwork, tactile textures and a range of stitches, with ease. Each project contains detailed instructions, a simple-to-follow pattern chart and stunning photography for guidance.
  • Explore the cultural significance of knitting in Faroese society, where it has been an integral part of daily life for generations. From the ancient art of nålebinding (single-needle knitting) to the modern revival of intricate patterns, and the unique community fostered by the island’s agricultural heritage and popular knitting clubs.
  • A legacy of Faroese knitting: Navia, a renowned Faroese yarn company, is at the forefront of preserving and promoting Faroese knitting traditions. Founded in 2004, the family-run company is dedicated to producing high-quality, sustainable yarn, inspired by the stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage of the Faroe Islands.

This is a translation of the popular Danish-language title by acclaimed Faroese knitting company Navia.

Table of Contents

THE FAROE ISLANDS, THE FARM AND THE SHEEP

The Faroe Islands

Faroese sheep

Torkilsheygsgarður

The Torkilsheygsgarður sheep

The perfect sheep

 

FAROESE KNITTING CULTURE

Knitting traditions

School sweaters

Knitting patterns

Wool is gold

 

NAVIA

History

Yarn

Sustainability

Inspiration

Knitting patterns and designs

The people behind Navia

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR NAVIA PATTERNS

Leaf-pattern cardigan

Children’s leaf-pattern cardigan

Sweater with retro pattern (child)

Traditional sweater

Baby clothes and blanket

Star pattern short-sleeve sweater

Patterned Sweater

All-over pattern high-neck sweater

Boys’ sweater (child)

White unisex sweater

Sweater with circular yoke

Raglan sweater

Patterned sweater (child)

Daisy sweater

Geometric sweater

Sweater with patterned yoke

Ladies’ sleeveless sweater

Cardigan with patterned yoke

Lace-pattern shawl

Festival sweater

Wave cardigan (child)

Leaf-pattern sweater

Children’s leaf-pattern sweater

Top and leggings for infants

 

About the Author

About Navia

Navia was founded in 2004 as a business-college project for the then 22-year-old Óli Kristian á Torkilsheyggi, now the CEO.

Navia is a family-run company that continues a long tradition of sheep-rearing and wool-spinning. Óli Kristian’s great-grandmother, Suffía Gregersen, employed women to knit for her and sold sweaters in the Faroese village of Syðrugøta, where the family had a spinning mill; and the family’s farm had a flock of 200 sheep, so Óli learned about wool at an early age.

The first items produced by Navia were 1-, 2- and 3-ply yarns in six natural colours, and a small amount of plain-coloured sock wool. These were sold to yarn shops, cottage industry associations and even to small supermarkets all over the country.

In the years that followed, Navia grew bigger and produced a wider range of yarns. A new knitting book came out each year, more colours were added to the palette of yarn colours, and the yarn began to be sold overseas.
Since 2004 Navia has grown from a one-man enterprise with only a few different types of yarn to a company exporting yarn worldwide.

www.navia.fo
Instagram: @naviafaroeislands

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