Monica Russel
The family will be ready for winter with these absolutely gorgeous designs. The book is a visionary delight and whether you are knitting for family or friends there is something for everyone. I have my eye on the hooded jacket as I think my son would love it. The infant knits are also very tempting and I can see my grandson in one of these.
The patterns range from using DK to Chunky wool and I would suggest readers use https://yarnsub.com/ to find alternative yarns as many used in the book are not available in the UK. The body of the patterns are all knitted in the round and the sleeves are added later. It would be easy to adapt the patterns to straight needles if this is your preference. There is no glossary but the patterns are easy to read and full explanations are given for techniques which might be new to the knitter. The charts are colour coded to match the photos which is great.
The patterns are suitable for a confident to advanced knitter and I am sure once you have knitted one you will certainly want to knit more. A great book to add to my library.
Laine Magazine
As you turn the pages of Wilderness Knits for the Great Outdoors, it is no surprise that the author, Linka Neumann, created part of this book from her remote mountain cabin in Norway. With no electricity or running water, the simple cabin was the perfect place to work on a collection that cherishes nature and wide-open spaces.
The book is true to Linka's much-loved style. Its 23 colourwork knits, including sweaters, cardigans, hats and mittens, feature motifs of the North, such as the Artic sun, polar bears and sled dogs. Designed with untreated, robust Norwegian and Icelandic wool, the knits are ideal for year-round outdoor adventures. In addition to the adult patterns, there are a handful of matching children's sweaters for ages one to ten. I also enjoyed seeing the knits in various colours and on different people, giving an abundance of inspiration. The warm-hearted, beautiful photography not only makes you want to cast on but also book a trip to Norway.
Simply Knitting
Cosy, colourful knits inspired by Nordic nature - perfect for outdoor adventures.
Discover this vibrant charm of Scandinavian design in this new knitting collection by best-selling Norwegian author Linka Neumann. Featuring 23 colourful, cold-weather garments for the whole family, this book is a must-have for knitters who love the great outdoors.
The beauty of Norway
Drawing inspiration from the raw beauty of Norway's wild north, each pattern showcases motifs like polar bears, the Artic sun, Hopi dreamcatchers, snowflakes, sled dogs and falling snow - capturing the spirit of winter adventures and the traditions of indigenous cultures. All garments are knitted with Norwegian and Icelandic wool, chosen for its natural ability to repel water and keep out the cold.
Room for personalisation
You'll find 12 adult sweaters and cardigans - with options to customise sleeves, necklines and hoods - available in sizes from S to XXL. For little ones aged 1 to 10, there are six matching children's sweaters, along with three snug beanies and two sets of frost-proof mittens. Every design is tailored for confident knitters, with clear instructions, colourwork charts and helpful advice on sizing and yarn selection to make each project your own.
For warmer adventures
Whether you're hiking in the mountains or strolling closer to home, these timeless pieces are designed to accompany you on every adventure. This English translation brings Linka's latest Norwegian bestseller to a wider audience, offering a fresh and inspiring take on wilderness knitting.
The Knitter - Issue 220
Norwegian designer Linka Neumann is also a dog sled driver, and so she really appreciates the importance of cosy knitwear for winter outdoor adventures. In this, the third book in her popular Wilderness Knits series, she brings us 23 garment and accessory designs with vibrant colourwork patterns, accompanied by stunning photography.
The projects are aimed at confident knitters, as all of them use charts and many of them involve steeking; they are knitted in rustic wool yarns from Rauma, Lopi and Hillesvag Ullvarefabrikk. Finished chest/bust sizes typically range from 35in to 50in. For this book, Linka has adapted a number of the sweater patterns to fit children aged one to ten years, too.
Motifs inspired by nature and wild landscapes fill this book, such as the polar bear motifs on the rollneck 'White Bear' raglan sweater. The colour work uses eight colours, so it's a great way to use up yarn leftovers, although Linka also gives a version using four shades.
'Artic Summer' has stylised motifs representing the midnight sun and artic foxes; it can be knitted with raglan sleeves or with sewn-in sleeves - this version incorporates steeking. Like many of the projects in the book, Linka suggests alternative colour ways for the design, and provides instructions for a low neck as well as a high folded neckline.
Cardigans include 'Alasuq' with it's deep colour work yoke, and the chunky-weight 'Foyka' - there's also a sweater version of this design, knitted in a DK yarn. 'Qanik' is another versatile design, with raglan sweater and hooded jacket versions; both have small bands of colour work around the hems and cuffs.
Linka is known for her iconic paw print motifs, and they make an appearance here on her 'Suaq' sweater. The colourful patterning on the 'Takotna' sweater includes dog motifs, while the graphic colour work yoke on 'Wolf Night' features a wolf head on the centre front.
There are five accessory projects designed to use up leftover yarns. These include three colour work hats, a pair of mittens with vertical stripes and deer head motifs, and a pair of cosy felted mittens.
