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The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook

by Di Gilpin

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First published: 2021
Pages: 302

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The book 'The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook' is written by Di Gilpin. ‘The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook’ is a comprehensive guide. The book analyzes the history and techniques of knitting "Ganseys", traditional sweaters worn by fishermen around the British Isles. It contains pictures and charts for 150 different Gansey Stitch patterns. The book also consists of 10 projects designed by Di and Sheila for contemporary Gansey knitting.

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Di Gilpin

Di Gilpin is a Scottish knitwear designer and teacher known for connecting traditional construction with contemporary design. The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook, written with Sheila Greenwell and published by David & Charles in 2021, documents the hardwearing sweaters historically associated with fishing communities around the British coast.

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