Nordic Knits with Birger Berge: Traditional Patterns, Exciting New Looks Berge Birger

Breathe new life into Norwegian tradition with one of Norway's hottest knit designers.Birger Berge is a study in apparent contradictions: he's a trained historian ... who's deeply passionate about traditional patterns and their origins. and an Instagram star--a trend-setting contemporary knitter ...

Now, he combines his own distinctly modern style, a love of contrasts and dynamic color combinations, and the classic beauty of Norwegian patterning in a collection of gorgeous knitwear designs freshly adapted for an American knitting audience. Berge learned to knit as a child from his mother and grandmother, and for him handcrafts have become a source of comfort and creative energy, and a well of endless inspiration. - Eye-catching and varied knitting projects, including sweaters, cardigans, scarves, hats, mittens, and home d cor and accessories Striking,