In this drops video we show you how to knit in the portuguese style. Oneonone video lessons with andrea wong andrea wong. Looking at various traditional garments and their significance amongst regional communities she reveals the incredible diversity of portuguese knitwear. Portuguese knitting is kind of mindblowing, and the resu. So, i did a little research and discovered portuguese style knitting. At the time, i was facing loooong stretches of purling on a big, slouchy cardigan and they were killing me. Many of the fastest knitters in the world use the continental style, and it makes sense that it would be faster, given that youre making a lot less movement to form the stitch. Free patterns andrea wong knits knitting portuguese style. When you use the portuguese style to work in the double knitting technique, you obtain a very pleasant rhythm. One skein of panda wool crystal palace yarns 46% bamboo, 43% wool and 11% nylon. With portuguese style knitting, my tension is remarkably even and consistent, and because you can purl rather than knit and the purl side is the side that faces the knitter, theres far less chance of having floats that are too tight or too loose. Knitting in the portuguese style kdtv 307 with andrea wong. In portuguese style knitting, your yarn is draped around your neck and is tensioned by weaving the yarn over a single finger.
It also includes a brief history of portugal, its crafts and some facts on spinning. Portuguese knitting differs from regular knitting in the way the wool is held. Portuguese knitting sometimes called andean, peruvian or bosnian knitting is a knitting style that involves more than just attaching a pretty pin to your shirt. The author is well known as the leading advocate of this style of knitting and the book does a good job of introducing the basics knit and purl stitches along with the additional techniques youll need to really use this method of knitting e. My knitting is more even with less hand strain and gauge is more consistent. Andrea has a pleasant and thourough method of teaching portuguese style knitting that makes portuguese knitting. The class project will be worked in the round using two colors. Andrea learned to knit from her mother when she was 7 years old.
This method also called the arabic method is considered faster and easier and is popular in the country of portugal, known for its crafts of spinning yarn and knitting. Our book price match guarantee means youre able to shop til your hearts content, always knowing that you can get the very best price. More than just a history book or a handicraft manual, portuguese. I am very happy to announce that my book portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and techniques is available on my website for presale. Does not include patterns, recipes and downloadable materials. Apr 06, 2014 in the video above andrea wong demonstrates knitting and purling in the portuguese knitting style. These inexpensive pins are sturdy and dont pull at my garments. Portuguese knitting is kind of mindblowing, and the resulting stitches are identical to.
I wish i had known about this technique for colorwork a long time ago. Standard topics are portuguese knitting basics and advanced portuguese knitting. Jan 15, 2016 portuguese knitting teacher andrea wong made time out of her busy schedule to visit the yarn thing podcast with marly bird. Portuguese style of knitting includes a brief history of portugal and its crafts of knitting and spinning. The history and practice of knitting in portugal, with 20 beautiful, traditionally inspired patterns. See more ideas about portuguese knitting, knitting, knitting tutorial.
The portuguese style changes the way you hold the yarn, insert your needle for the knit stitch and move the working yarn for both knit and purl stitches. Nov 06, 2012 this method, also called turkish knitting, incan knitting, andean knitting and around the neck knitting, originated among arabic knitters and spread north from africa and the middle east to the mediterranean, the balkans bulgaria and greece in particular, the iberian peninsula and subsequently to south america through spanish and portuguese colonization. Crochet washcloth pattern very easy crochet dishcloth patterns crochet washcloth. Its also sometimes called incan or andean knitting since this is the style thats commonly used in south america. Detailed images and explanations offer knitters the opportunity to practice this style of knitting a style that, once mastered, is easy on the hands and relaxing. Portuguese style of knitting book pre sale andrea wong.
Portuguese style of knitting i cant believe more people dont do this. How to knit and purl in the portuguesestyle of knitting bluprint. In fact, purling is easier than knitting, and youll often see south american knitters who use. Dec 1, 2016 try a whole new style of knitting with portuguese knitting.
Honestly, i was a little disappointed in the size of the book for the price i paid. In this tutorial, andrea wong teaches us how to knit portuguese style. Books of patterns offer great value, with a whole collection of knitting designs for one price. How to knit and purl in the portuguesestyle of knitting. Signing up for the xrx insider enewsletter will make sure you have access to those giveaways, other. Published on oct 19, 2016 the portuguese caston is both a very cool technique, as well as an easy purlwise longtail co. The portuguese style of knitting involves draping the yarn around the neck to hold it taut or with a pin, or pendant, fastened to your shoulder as a yarn guide. Andrea teaches many knitters how to knit in the way that her mother taught her, portuguesestyle knitting. Simply by comment on this post before noon central time on monday, march 26th, and youre automatically entered to win. Andrea wong book portuguese style of knitting with detailed photos and explanations, the learning portuguese knit dvd, plus a portuguese style knitting necklace. Portuguese knitting uses small movements, so it puts less strain on your fingers and wrists than other knitting styles. Portuguese knitting portuguese knitting, knitting, knitting pin.
With this knitting style, the yarn doesnt go straight from the ball or skein to the. Shop lovecrafts for an amazing choice of craft supplies, patterns and templates. Many of my students claim that ribbing and double knitting portuguese style has a rhythm that makes the work easier and more pleasant. Hi andrea i just started learning portuguese knitting. A pin or pendant with two loops is used in portuguese knitting when you need to tension and manage two different strands for colorwork. Portuguese knitting dvds, pendants and pins by andrea wong. Meet andrea wong, who has taken a centuriesold knitting style and given it a name portuguese knitting and a broader following through her teaching and writing.
Oct 19, 2011 have you ever heard of portuguese style knitting. Andrea demonstrates knitting, purling, increasing and decreasing, several types of castons and bindoffs, colorwork, beaded knitting, and much more. The portuguese style of knitting, book by andrea wong. Next, the yarn should go through the middle finger on the left. Mar 07, 2016 and since andrea just released a video tutorial, learn to knit in the portuguese style, my timing is perfect.
May 11, 2016 even if youre perfectly happy with the way you knit, i encourage you to give this video a looksie. In fact, purling is easier than knitting, and youll often see south american knitters who use this method working from the wrong side of the fabric because purling is easier for them, even when doing complex colorwork. Peruvian twocolor knitting wit andrea wong, from knitting daily tv episode 811 duration. Jan 22, 2018 with portuguesestyle knitting, my tension is remarkably even and consistent, and because you can purl rather than knit and the purl side is the side that faces the knitter, theres far less chance of having floats that are too tight or too loose. Portuguese knitting style verypink offers knitting patterns and video tutorials from staci perry. I had delayed purchasing this product for some time because of a price vs value concern.
For those who want to take their knitting to the next stage. Her first visit to the show makes our happy friday. Over 200 knitting and crochet books offered to you with up to a 37% discount off retail prices. Even if youre perfectly happy with the way you knit, i encourage you to give this video a looksie. Book overview andrea teaches many knitters how to knit in the way that her mother taught her, portuguese style knitting, now for the first time, she offers. Simply by comment on this post before noon central time on monday, march. I was born in brazil and several years after marrying my husband, we moved to new york in 1991. Poseidons arrow dirk pitt adventure by clive cussler, dirk cussler ebook online pdf.
If you order it before june 10, you get 20% discount. When using the portuguese knitting technique, the yarn in play is. Andrea wong says in the above video that she uses knitting pins such as the one above for comfort rather than running the yarn around her neck, and she uses more than one pin if working in different colours. See more ideas about knitting, portuguese and knit art. Double knitting portuguese style andrea wong knits.
Sep 11, 2017 images of people knitting portuguese style, in portugal and other countries. See more ideas about knitting, knitting help and portuguese. Mar 17, 2012 enter to win andreas portuguese knitting book and a knitting pin. Poseidons children by alastair reynolds ebook online pdf. English style, in which the yarn is kept at proper tension using the right hand. Her travel photos open a window on the colorful world of portugal. One lucky reader of this blog could win andreas portuguese style of knitting book and a knitting pin to get started. Portuguese knitting, also known as turkish knitting, incan knitting, andean knitting and around the neck knitting, originated among arabic knitters. Some people say that knitting continental style is faster than knitting english style, though i have seen people knit very quickly using both methods. Travel, conferences andrea wong january 30, 2020 portuguese style of knitting, andrea wong.
Please remember to sign up for the xrx insider enewsletter. Make sure to fill out the required fields and i will contact you to set a time for our class. Book portuguese style of knitting history traditions and etsy. Portuguese knitting is especially a good choice for people with joint pains and arthritis because of. I first heard about it a few years ago, as a better way to purl. The yarn should be placed around the neck for your tension or through a pin on the shirt. In knitting daily tv episode 307, meet andrea wong as she demonstrates the portuguese style of knitting on a simple baby bootie pattern. Wong says that portuguese knitting is a good choice for people with carpal tunnel, arthritis, and joint pain because little movement is needed to form the stitches. This is one of the oldest ways of knitting that started in the middle east. Enter to win andreas portuguese knitting book and a knitting pin. Knitting books from wellloved reference guides to exciting new pattern collections, we curate an inspiring roster of titles to choose from. Knit faster with portuguese knitting class bluprint.
By the way, portugal and spain were the same country until about the 11th century so a lot of things in their culture will probably be the same. Books of patterns offer great value, with a whole collection of knitting. Madison knitters guild portuguese style knitting mary jo. Portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Portuguese style knitters are also famous for preferring the purl stitch. I am very interested but as i live in south africa, where the exchange rate is approximately 8 south african rand for each us dollar, it makes the purchase of a dvd very expensive for me as a senior citizen. Yes, to answer your question i do have a sock dvd all about socks and also have a pattern for a sock in my book portuguese style of knitting traditions, history and techniques.
A number of knitters employ both, switching to either hand as the other tire. Martha stewart portuguese knits needlework knit crochet dreams website knitting book portuguese knitting clip on pin sheep. May 11, 2016 portuguese knitting style verypink offers knitting patterns and video tutorials from staci perry. Double knitting portuguese style stitches east registration. The yarn over the pin on your shoulder creates the correct tension. Learn the basics of the portuguese style technique, progress to double knitting, and work a project that involves both.
Through well illustrated tutorials rosa teaches you the basics of portuguese knitting a style of knitting in which the yarn goes from the needles all the way around the neck of the knitter. Unfortunately, either way, after hours and hours of knitting, my hands get incredibly sore, especially when i am using very fine yarn. I was concerned that different yarn weights would be an issue, but ive used them with everything from sock yarn to super bulky, and theyve worked fine. Its a style that also involves movements that are totally different from the usual continental and english styles were so accustomed to seeing. And since andrea just released a video tutorial, learn to knit in the portuguese style, my timing is perfect. Traditional patterns and techniques are brought up to date in the form of beautiful modern pieces such as socks, hats, shawls, cowls, pot holders and leggings. Since then she has been knitting avidly, designing and teaching. History, traditions and techniques paperback january 1, 2010 by andrea wong author. Custom classes are tailored to your specific needs and topics.
Most people know about the common methods of knitting known as english and continental styles, but there are other ways to get stitches on the needle, and one of those is often called portuguese knitting. Book portuguese style of knitting history traditions and. Portuguese knitting by rosa pomar search press books. Through popular demand, i was able to turn what i love to do into my business today. Portuguese knitting the knitting needle and the damage done.
Dear andrea, today is the first time i have heard of the portuguese way of knitting. Knitting in the portuguese style kdtv 307 with andrea. The fascinating thing about portuguese knitting is how easy it is to work the purl stitch. Portuguese style of, knitting since i read this book and saw andreas class on craftsy i love knitting this way. Two great relaxing ideas, travel and knitting, come with a remarkable hook on this vacation of a lifetime. I have arthritis in my fingers and i think this will be great for me. Portuguese knitting is a lot easier on your hands and wrists as you only have to use your thumb to flick the yarn over the needle. The history of portuguese knitting the advantages of portuguese knitting. Portuguese phrases for dummies by karen keller ebook online pdf portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and techniques by andrea wong ebook online pdf poseidons arrow dirk pitt adventure by clive cussler, dirk cussler ebook online pdf. May 28, 2017 most knitters in western society are familiar with the two most common styles of knitting. Class times will typically be on est weekday evenings or at different times on weekends when available. Im new to portuguese style knitting, so i didnt want to invest a lot in the pins.
Whether you use a pin or just wrap the yarn around your neck, this caston allows you to use your favorite setup right away. Portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and techniques by andrea wong ebook online pdf. Stitches are created by a flick of your thumb making this an easy way to knit without stressing your hands or wrists. More than just a history book or a handicraft manual, portuguese knitting is a journey into portugals knitting heritage. You can set up your portuguese style knitting right away.
The holding of the needles are the same but the working yarn should come from the left needle. My buddy, salai, helped me figure out how to configure a pin using a couple of pins i already owned. Portuguese style knitters are also famous for preferring the purl stitch over the knit stitch. Her mother has learned from a portuguese lady and this is the only style of knitting she knew until she came to the usa in 1991. Portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and techniques book. Purchase this portuguese knitting bundle and be well on your way to learning the portuguese style of knitting. I wish i knew a about this method of knitting when i was first learning to knit. She sells the knitting pin on the right on her website. Born and raised in brazil, andrea learned to crochet from her mother at age 7. Portuguese style of knitting includes a brief history of portugal and its crafts of knitting. Learn about this style s journey from old world to new, and discover its benefits compared with the english and continental styles. Short technique videos and longer pattern tutorials to take your knitting skills to the next level. Many portuguese style knitters find the purl stitch easiest to make, so youll see many portuguese knitters working in the round with the wrong side facing out.
Portuguese knitting teacher andrea wong marly bird. Again, it requires less maneuvering of your hands when you work with the yarn available in front of the work at all times. Portuguese style of knitting history, traditions, and techniques is the first book in the usa that explains step by step how to knit portuguese style, a very ergonomic and easy way of hand knitting. Portuguese style of knitting history, traditions and techniques. Knitting books for those who want to take their knitting to the next stage. Jan 01, 2010 this is a slender volume that teaches the basics of portuguese knitting as well as some of its history. Detailed images and explanations offer knitters the opportunity to practice this style of knitting a style. Free sock pattern andrea wong knits knitting portuguese style. Aug 06, 2009 in knitting daily tv episode 307, meet andrea wong as she demonstrates the portuguese style of knitting on a simple baby bootie pattern.
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