Bring the traditions of simple, design-led Nordic style to your knitting repertoire.Nordic Knits is the complete collection of Nordic-inspired patterns that will bring the perfectly balanced, “less is more” Scandi sensibility to your knitting projects.This carefully researched book presents 44 knitted patterns inspired by this globally sought-after knitting tradition, including stylish, traditional projects from Sweden, Norway, and Iceland. From beautifully patterned sweaters, shawls, mittens, and socks to a red nisse “elf” hat, Dala horse garland, a Viking-ship pillow, and tote bags, each pattern is inspired by a knitted item or artwork from a historical collection or museum. To help you get the results you want, each project is partnered with: Complete illustrated patterns Four-color photography Schematics and diagrams Alternatives for yarns and needle weights and sizes A photo and brief history of the knitted artifact that inspired the pattern The patterns range from simple