Kindred Knits: Patterns from My Estonian Family Archives by Aleks Byrd is a captivating collection of knitting patterns inspired by her Estonian grandmother Hilja's old sketchbooks, as well as several artisanal pieces inherited from her family.
The book features 15 patterns, ranging from socks and hats to sweaters and cardigans, made using various techniques—lace, cables, and jacquard—as well as roosimine, the traditional Estonian inlay method.
The patterns are innovative and modern, while being deeply rooted in tradition—a tribute to previous generations and their shared love of craftsmanship.
Aleks Byrd is an illustrator and knitwear designer with Estonian, Canadian, and American roots. She is particularly known for her modernization of Estonian knitting traditions.
Aleks has introduced knitters around the world to techniques such as roosimine and vikkel. Kindred Knits is her second knitting book: her groundbreaking first work, Traditions Revisited, was published by Laine Publishing in 2022.
Book details
216 pages
15 patterns
Hardcover
Language: English
Weight: approx. 850 g / 1.9 lb
Dimensions: 195 × 246 × 24 mm
