Aleks Byrd Books

Aleks Byrd's book is an introduction to Estonian knitting, both traditional and traditional-inspired. Inside you'll find 19 patterns, ranging from mittens to sweaters, that blend seamlessly with modern knitting styles. Estonian knitting is all about techniques, embellishment and regionality. For the small country located in the Baltic Sea, Estonian's tradition and love for handmade crafts greatly surpasses its size. Dive into the stories of Modern Estonian Knits where each knit tells a story about the knitter and where they live. Aleks Byrd - whose roots are in Estonia, Canada and the US - is a knitwear designer based in the UK. In addition to knitwear design, she works as an illustrator and teaches Estonian knitting techniques around the world. Tradition and her own graphic style meet within her designs. Akleks' hope with this book is to make traditional Estonian techniques accessible to everyone while at the same time building a bridge between Estonian knitters and the international knitting community.