In late 19th century, Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage
industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive
patterns and names for the traditional navy blue guernsey or
knit-frock. Contract-knitting - the occupation of many Cornish
women - had died out by the 1920s and was almost forgotten until
Mary Wright started asking old people what they remembered of it.
Her research has resulted in a remarkable picture of social
history. This book includes many delightful contemporary
photographs, and detailed instructions and charts show how to knit
a Cornish guernsey incorporating one of thirty local patterns. Mary
Wright is a specialist knitting instructor. Her work has been
exhibited extensively throughout the United Kingdom, and in Japan.
Since the publication of Cornish Guernseys and Knit-frocks she has
given many lectures and broadcasts.
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