Poems in Masks – Solveig Hisdal, mod. 120

 Pattern in Swedish.

For the book Poems in Stitches, designer Solveig Hisdal drew inspiration from traditional patterns and techniques from, among others, textiles, rosemaling chests and cupboards, wallpapers, bunads, and chest 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 120 is knitted in Ask Ullgarn (formerly Hifa 2). The yarn pack contains the pattern and enough yarn for the largest size.
Inspired by various antique chest cloths found at the Drammen Museum. The sweater is made in a combination with small patterns in the body and a colorful central panel in front.

Sizes
S/M – M/L
Chest circumference: 110 – 120 cm
Length: approx. 65 cm
Sleeve length: approx. 51 cm

Knitting needles and gauge
25 sts / 29 rounds pattern = 10 x 10 cm
Circular needles 2.5 and 3.5 mm
Double-pointed needles 2.5 and 3.5 mm

Yarn and accessories
The sweater is knitted in Ask Ullgarn.
6107 ecru
6105 dark navy blue
6013 farmer red
6090 olive green
6092 brass yellow

For the book Poems in Stitches, designer Solveig Hisdal drew inspiration from traditional patterns and techniques from, among others, textiles, rosemaling chests and cupboards, wallpapers, bunads, and chest 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 118 is knitted in Ask Ullgarn (formerly Hifa 2). The yarn pack contains the pattern and enough yarn for the largest size.
The jacket is inspired by an antique bunad found at the Drammen Museum. A lively patterned jacket without being extravagant.

Sizes
S/M – M/L
Chest circumference: 108 – 118 cm
Length: approx. 52 cm
Sleeve length: approx. 50 cm

Knitting needles and gauge
25 sts / 29 rounds pattern = 10 x 10 cm
Circular needles 2.5, 3, and 3.5 mm
Double-pointed needles 2.5, 3, and 3.5 mm

Yarn and accessories
The jacket is knitted in Ask Wool Yarn.
6013 farmer red
6003 dark terracotta red
6094 ochre yellow
6090 olive green
6024 dark pure green
6057 unbleached white
6036 light navy blue
6053 black
Accessories: Velvet ribbon (included in the package).

 Hillesvåg Eksklusiv are collections 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.

Unfortunately, the book is no longer available, but all the models from the showcase book can be found here as yarn kits 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 began 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 joyful use of color, design, and a well-developed sense of ornament and form.