28 Faroese Knitting Patterns for the Whole Family

Traditional Knits From the Faroe Islands is published by Navia, a family-run Faroese yarn company founded in 2004 and dedicated to producing high-quality, sustainable yarn inspired by the landscapes and textile heritage of the Faroe Islands. The book brings together 28 patterns — sweaters, cardigans, babies’ clothes, and a lace-pattern shawl — each featuring the colourwork, clean lines, and bold colour combinations characteristic of Faroese knitting.

The book opens with a cultural history of knitting in the Faroe Islands, where the craft has been part of daily life for generations. It covers the ancient practice of nålebinding (single-needle knitting), the development of intricate colourwork patterns, and the role of knitting clubs in sustaining the island’s textile community. Each pattern includes detailed instructions, a chart, and photography.