Heritage Handknits
Traditional knits, fishermen's ganseys, Fair Isles and Arans a speciality. Items in all sizes from 1/12 miniatures to XXL.
Open to the public
Not specified
Provides courses or training
Yes
Available for craft fairs
Not specified
Contact
5 Heather Drive
Holt
Norfolk
United Kingdom
NR25 6AQ
Holt
Norfolk
United Kingdom
NR25 6AQ
Rita Taylor
t: 01263 712040
m: 07470361005
About
I specialise in recreating traditional knitwear, mainly British and Irish but also some Scandinavian, especially mittens. My main interest is in the fishermens' ganseys familiar in the smaller fishing ports of England and Scotland and I have recreated these from photographs of the fishermen. But I can also add individual motifs unique to the wearer or to their hometown, creating what could become a new piece of heirloom knitwear.
I also recreate vintage pieces from photographs or patterns and have made several items for theatre, film and television programmes.
My other interest is crochet and I love making wedding dresses and christening gowns.
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