This is a stunning book that covers the world; from the formal tearooms of Cornwall to the lush tea plantations of Sri Lanka. It includes 25 inspirational knit designs from a vintage dress to Argyle socks. It features stunning photographs of locations and delectable teatime recipes, such as, Madeira cakes and scones. "Knitting and Tea" explores the intertwining history of these two customs with a journey from the formal tearooms of Cornwall to the lush tea plantations of Sri Lanka. The 25 inspirational knit designs evoke a classic elegance and include a stately cricket sweater, a vintage tea dress, a tea cozy, an embellished Cupcake Cardigan, timeless Argyle Socks and much more. Authors Jane and Patrick Gottelier, founders of the Artwork fashion line, also include photographs of each location and delectable teatime recipes to try, from Madiera cake to scones.
Knitting and Tea : 25 Classic Knits and the Teas That Inspired Them
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JANE AND PATRICK GOTTELIER started the ARTWORK fashion line in 1977 and have since become one of the United Kingdom's premier knitwear brands. With backgrounds in fashion design and product design respectively, the husband-and-wife team currently teach at University College Falmouth, Cornwall, where they are Heads of Department for Fashion Design and Performance Sportswear Design. The Gotteliers are also consultants for various fashion companies.