{"product_id":"shetland-shades-stories-in-wool","title":"Shetland Shades: Stories in Wool – Gudrun Johnston | Laine","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShetland Shades: Stories in Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, published by Laine Publishing, is a celebration of Gudrun Johnston's Shetland roots and the rich knitting traditions of these remote and beautiful islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe collection features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 knitting patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a focus on richly coloured knitted vests alongside a selection of hats and scarves. Inspired by Shetland's rugged landscape, the designs explore colour and the subtle ways different shades can be brought together to reflect the natural world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vests feature versatile and engaging constructions, making them practical layering pieces that can be worn throughout the year. The collection combines traditional influences with thoughtful contemporary designs, offering plenty of inspiration for knitters interested in colour, texture and construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlongside the patterns, Gudrun shares personal essays exploring her creative process and connection to Shetland's knitting heritage. She also writes about her growing interest in sewing, adding another dimension to this beautifully personal collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShetland Shades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an evocative celebration of island landscapes, earthy colours and generations of craft, brought together in a beautifully produced book for knitters who enjoy thoughtful, wearable designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 knitting patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigns by Gudrun Johnston\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVests, hats and scarves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by Shetland landscapes and knitting traditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonal essays on creativity, Shetland heritage and sewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Laine Publishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Laine Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50507020795964,"sku":"LPSHETSH","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/9252\/2300\/files\/b4f3266b27b6716c0c56bb7bc8af317cd073993262ccec8872a9c4ffad43f658.png?v=1790166273","url":"https:\/\/hoopknit.co.uk\/products\/shetland-shades-stories-in-wool","provider":"Hoop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}