Setesdal Sweaters the History of the Norwegian Lice Pattern

Lusekofta, the "lice" pattern sweater from Setesdal in Norway has one of the world's most knitted and varied sweater designs. In this colorful book, Annemor Sundbo has collected old photographs, historic newspaper articles, and descriptions from many people to hlep her research into the magic of the Setesdalskofte. The history, combined with the earliest patterns of these famous sweaters, will give inspiration and ideas for creating a sweater the Setesdal way, from knitting the patterns to working the unique decorative embroidery that surrounds the collar and cuffs.