Here's a photo of the raw materials (+16 more balls of yarn):
Did I mention that the yarn's colourway is Delft Heather? :D
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Dutch Fishermen's Sweater To Be
A little before Christmas, Rowan gave me a book of patterns for Traditions Dutch Fishermen's Sweaters. Then for Christmas, Serena gifted me yarn to make just such a sweater. Needless to say, I am very excited by the prospect of making just such a sweater. I've made some inquiries to the elder Vissers, as I would prefer to choose a sweater that has motifs from a fishing harbour where Vissers once sailed from. I don't expect this to be a quick project, but I can't wait for the finished product.
Here's a photo of the raw materials (+16 more balls of yarn):
Did I mention that the yarn's colourway is Delft Heather? :D
Here's a photo of the raw materials (+16 more balls of yarn):
Did I mention that the yarn's colourway is Delft Heather? :D
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That's very ambitious Jason. My Oma VanVliet used to knit sweaters for her son, your opa. They weren't fishermens knits just good old heavy duty winter sweaters for a tuinman (gardener). I think when opa moved from Green Rd. the last of those (very worn out and tattered) sweaters got tossed. However the Vissers were eel traders (and pirates :) ) so there may be some link there.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome book - sweet find Rowan! Can't wait to see this finished product...good luck :)
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