Article Info

Article Title
Filling a Lofotkista: Norwegian Fisherman's Mittens
Author
Sissel Ellevseth
Issue date
Spring 2021
Issue number
32
Issue topic
Double Coated
Description
Winter fishing was a seriously hazardous occupation before the age of motorized boats and coast guards. Fishermen kept chests full of life-saving woolen clothing, including mittens like the ones created from Spælsau wool in this article.
Article topic list
historical, primitive breeds