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Fishermen Knitting Faster
Fascinating!
I was unaware of the many differences between the "jersey", the "guernsey/gansey" and the more "recent" aran patterns. I am awed by the accomplishments of these crafters of the past who made do with minimal education and tools. I was taught Manx quilting by a woman from the Isle of Mann, and it had a similar tale to tell of our forbears. Make do, use everything, minimal tools, etc. Thanks for the history lesson. -- Cheryl in Oz http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau (snip) Excellent explanation and pictures here. http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/knitwear/history.htm DA |
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I was taught Manx quilting by a woman from the Isle of Mann, and it had a similar tale to tell of our forbears. Make do, use everything, minimal tools, etc. Thanks for the history lesson. -- Cheryl in Oz http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau You are welcome. If you are interested British knitting history, see if you can find a copy of Knitting By The Fireside and On The Hillside by Linda G Fryer. DA |
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Thanks so much for the link and the Pictures! Now I understand - I may even attempt one of these for myself - would be nice to have a 'gansey' here during some of the inclement weather we have in New England. You are welcome. DA |
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