In the period between 1875 and 1950, Dutch fishermen wore sweaters with distinctive knit and purl stitch patterns and sometimes cables. The sweaters were knit o

Between approximately 1875 and 1950, Dutch fishermen wore sweaters with characteristic knit and purl stitch patterns, sometimes cable. These jerseys, known as g

Each pattern is accompanied by knitting diagrams and sketches, with guidance on sizing and yarns Stella Ruhe explores the history and life of Dutch fishermen, f

Over 40 adaptable sweaters to knit for your littles ones, based on the classic, minimal and quietly stunning jumpers of Dutch fishermen. Based on the original d

Patterns for forty classic Dutch fishermen's sweaters are accompanied by vintage photographs and stories about the sweaters and the lives of the people who made