Poems in Masks – Solveig Hisdal, mod. 168 incl. beads

 Pattern in Swedish and beads included.

Also available with an English pattern.

For the book Poetry in Stitches, designer Solveig Hisdal drew inspiration from traditional patterns and techniques from, among other things, textiles, rosemaling chests and cabinets, wallpapers, national costumes, 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 168 is knitted in Alv Kamgarn. The yarn kit contains the pattern and enough yarn for the largest size.
Inspired by a chest cloth found at the Hardanger Folk Museum. The bridal jacket features a floral and leaf motif with light blue and white as the main colors. At the bottom of the sleeves, there is a bead-embroidered border.

Sizes
S – M
Chest circumference: 102 – 109 cm
Length: approx. 45 cm
Sleeve length: approx. 52 cm

Knitting needles and gauge
30 sts / 34 rounds = 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 with double strands of Alv Kamgarn.
8026 unbleached white
8038 dark reddish brown
8096 light brown
8015 light blue
8092 brass yellow
Accessories:
White and yellow glass beads (included in the kit)

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.

Unfortunately, the book is no longer available, but all the models from the masterpiece 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 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 joyful use of color, design, and a well-developed sense of ornament and form.