Norwegian pattern
Also known as: Norwegian knit, Selbu pattern, Setesdal
Traditional Scandinavian two-colour knit pattern with stars, roses and diamond rows.
Description
Norwegian patterns collectively refer to several Norwegian knitting traditions: Setesdal patterns (black and white with small crosses on jumpers), the Selbu rose (eight-petalled octagram, often on mittens) and the Marius pattern (star-and-stripe combination designed in 1953 by Unn Søiland). All are stranded knitting with two colours per row, similar to Fair Isle but with larger pattern scale.
Base material is usually Norwegian sheep wool (coarse, robust, rich in lanolin) or merino; gauges 7-12. Weights 400-550 g/m², often on a solid ground with contrasting pattern. Classic combinations: natural white with navy, black with white, red with white.
Uses: pullovers with round or V-neck, cardigans with metal clasps (sølvknapp), mittens, hats, ski socks. Brands: Dale of Norway (since 1879), Devold, Norlender. The Marius pullover is the best-selling Norwegian knit of all time. Care: wool cycle 30 °C, dry flat, re-lanolise occasionally.
Properties
| Technique | Stranded knitting, 2 colours/row |
|---|---|
| Material base | Norwegian sheep wool, merino |
| Fabric weight (typ.) | 400-550 g/m² |
| Application | Pullovers, cardigans, mittens, hats |
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Sources & references
2- Wikipedia: Norwegian knitting Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norwegian_knitting
- Wikipedia: Selburose Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selburose
