Poems in Masks – Solveig Hisdal, mod. 122

Patterns included in Swedish.

For the book Poetry in Stitches, designer Solveig Hisdal drew inspiration from traditional patterns and techniques from, among others, textiles, rosemaling chests and cabinets, wallpapers, national costumes, and bridal cloths. She visited museums to gather knowledge and inspiration, using this to create a book full of knitted treasures. The book was published in 1997 and is unfortunately not available for sale today.

Model 122 is knitted in Ask Wool Yarn (formerly Hifa 2). The yarn pack contains the pattern and enough yarn for the largest size.
Inspired by the bridal costume, probably from Flå in Hallingdal. The leaf pattern in the fabric became the main pattern of the jacket, while the floral band at the bottom inspired the pattern panel. The pattern inspired both a jacket and a sweater in the same design.

Sizes
S/M
Chest circumference: 112 cm
Length: approx. 46 cm
Sleeve length: approx. 49 cm

Knitting needles and gauge
26 sts / 30 rounds pattern = 10 x 10 cm
Circular needles 2.5, 3 and 4.5 mm
Double-pointed needles 2.5 and 3 mm

Yarn and accessories
The jacket is knitted in Ask Wool Yarn.
6036 light navy blue
6035 medium blue (discontinued from regular assortment, only available in yarn pack)
6057 unbleached white
6090 olive green
6018 dark pink
6073 dusty dark pink
6095 cognac
6097 light cream yellow (discontinued from regular assortment, only available in yarn pack)
Accessories: 1 hook and 1 small button (not included in the pack)

Hillesvåg Exclusive is a collection made in collaboration with selected designers. The collections maintain exceptionally high quality and are specially made for the fashion-conscious knitter.

The collaboration collection with Solveig Hisdal was created in connection with the release of the book "Poetry in Stitches" from 1997. The beautiful and timeless garments are still highly relevant.

The book is unfortunately no longer available, but all the models from the masterpiece book can be found here as yarn packs with patterns in Norwegian, Swedish, or English.

Solveig Hisdal has a background in graphic design, visual arts, and fashion design. She has received numerous awards for her design skills. Solveig is best known for her design collaboration with Oleana. This collaboration started in 1992, and since then all new releases from Oleana have been designed by her.

Solveig Hisdal is considered one of the best textile designers in Norway, and her signature is clear in "Poetry in Stitches" through her joyful use of color, design, and well-developed sense of ornament and form.