Step across cultures through this irresistible collection of 26 original sock designs by Stephanie van der Linden, each influenced by global knitting traditions. Travel from Turkey to Japan, to Belgium, Scotland, Estonia and Latvia, and to Norway and Austria, learning traditional knitting techniques and drawing inspiration from signature local textiles.

Though each pattern in Around the World in Knitted Socks possesses a different cultural inspiration, the thoughtful construction and attention to detail are consistent signature elements of Stephanie's work and are showcased in both detailed photography and an illustrated glossary. Accompanying each sock pattern are clear and colorful diagrams and pattern guides to help you bring these worldly sock designs to life.

This book is your first-class ticket to creating beautiful and iconic socks form around the globe.

Table of Contents

Foreword
Knitting Around the World
Projects
  Alpine Glow: Germany
  Franconian Beadwork: Germany
  The Green Isle: Ireland
  Delft Blue: The Netherlands
  Brussels Lace: Belgium
  Vacation in the Mountains: Switzerland
  Fresh Breeze: Denmark
  In the Hub of Fashion: Italy
  The Scent of Lavendar: France
  By the Fjords: Norway
  In Traditional Costume: Austria
  Feminine Lace: Spain
  Traditional Stitch Patterns: Estonia
  Classic Kilim: Turkey
  Route 66: United States
  Colorful Folklore: Latvia
  In the Highlands: Scotland
  Colors of the Andes: South American
  Nordic Inspiration: Sweden
  Knit Sampler: England
  Riot of Color: Morocco
  Far Eastern Flair: Japan
  On the Aran Isles: Ireland
  Herringbone From Kiel: Germany
  Listen to your Wanderlust: Armenia
  Tea Time: England
Glossary & knitting techniques
Resources & acknowledgments
Index

Stephanie van der Linden is a knitwear designer based in Friedberg, Germany. Her designs have appeared in Twist Collective and Anna Crafts magazines. She is also the author of six knitting books in German; this is the second book of her designs to be published in English.

"If you like to learn about new cultures and have a passion for sock knitting, hotfoot it... and order a copy of this book now.” -- Knit Today (Dec. 2010 Issue)

"Elements of national costume appear alongside beautiful folk patterns, but it's exotic touches such as the Sashiko embroidery on the Japanese sock that set these designs apart.  Offering clear advice on the advanced techniques used, this is a delight for the confident heel-turner."--The Knitter (UK)

"If you like learning about the knitting traditions, motifs and inspirations of different countries around the world, you're sure to enjoy Around the World in Knitted Socks…This book would make a great gift for a sock knitter or someone who is interested in knitting history and traditions. It's also just a pretty book that's sure to inspire knitters - sock knitters and non-sock knitters alike - by illustrating the wide range of techniques and motifs in the wide world of knitting." -- About.com

"The designs are gorgeous. They strike the perfect balance of being both unique, and recognizable enough to associate with the country they represent...I think the true value of this book is in the colorwork patterns. It's not just the use of more than a single color of yarn that's noteworthy; it's the addition of complementary cuffs and heels, interesting gusset shaping... all the details that take a stitch pattern and turn it into a complete sock pattern." -- "Grumperina" blog

"Stephanie Van Der Linden has created a fabulous collection of foot-sized knitted treasures that will inspire and tempt socks knitters as they flip through its pages." -- Knitty.com