Kindred Knits: Patterns from My Estonian Family Archives is a captivating knitwear collection created by Aleks Byrd, inspired by her grandmother Hilja's old sketchbooks and the handcrafted traditions passed down through generations.
This book contains 15 different patterns, ranging from socks and hats to sweaters and cardigans.
The designs, which utilize a variety of techniques including lace, cable patterns, and colorwork, as well as Roosimine (an Estonian traditional technique), are modern yet rooted in tradition, celebrating a love of craft that transcends generations.
Aleks Byrd is an illustrator and knitwear designer with Estonian, Canadian and American roots. She is particularly well-known as a moderniser of Estonian knitting traditions. Aleks has introduced techniques such as Roosimine and Vikkel to knitters around the world. Kindred Knits is her second knitting book: her innovative debut, Traditions Revisited, was published by Laine Publishing in 2022.
Kindred Knits
Aleks Byrd
- Page 216
- Patterns included: 4 sweaters, 4 cardigans, 1 vest, 1 shawl, 2 hats, 1 pair of socks, 1 pair of slippers, and 1 pair of mittens.
- Hardcover
- This book does not include a download code. (Note: A digital version will be released separately on October 17, 2025, at Laine's online shop.)
- Entirely in English
- Weight: Approximately 850 g
- Size: 195 x 246 x 24 mm
- Printed in Latvia.
You can view a preview of the pattern on Ravelry .
Release Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
