Cornish Guernseys and Knit-frocks by Wright, Mary ( Author ) ON May-01-2008, Paperback Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Cornish Guernseys and Knit-frocks by Wright, Mary ( Author ) ON May-01-2008, Paperback Book

In late 19th century, Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive patterns and names for the traditional navy blue guernsey or knit-frock. Contract-knitting - the occupation of many Cornish women - had died out by the 1920s and was almost forgotten until Mary Wright started asking old people what they remembered of it. Her research has resulted in a remarkable picture of social history. This book includes many delightful contemporary photographs, and detailed instructions and charts show how to knit a Cornish guernsey incorporating one of thirty local patterns. Mary Wright is a specialist knitting instructor. Her work has been exhibited extensively throughout the United Kingdom, and in Japan. Since the publication of Cornish Guernseys and Knit-frocks she has given many lectures and broadcasts.Read More

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    Cornish Guernseys and Knit-frocks : Paperback : Polperro Heritage Press : 9780955364884 : 0955364884 : 01 May 2008 : In late 19th century, Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive patterns and names for the traditional navy blue guernsey or knit-frock. This book includes many contemporary photographs, and shows how to knit a Cornish guernsey incorporating one of thirty local patterns.

  • ASDA

    In late 19th century Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive patterns and names for the traditional navy blue guernsey or knit-frock. This book includes many contemporary photographs and shows how to knit a Cornish guernsey incorporating one of thirty local patterns.

  • 0955364884
  • 9780955364884
  • Wright, Mary
  • 1 May 2008
  • Polperro Heritage Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • Book
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