The journey comes to a beautiful conclusion with Knitted Kalevala III, the final book in knitwear designer Jenna Kostet’s celebrated trilogy inspired by Finland’s national epic, the Kalevala.
Bringing together mythology, traditional symbolism and the rich storytelling of Finnish and Karelian folklore, Jenna has created a stunning collection of knitwear designs inspired by the poems of the Kalevala. Each pattern offers a unique connection to these ancient stories, translated into beautiful, wearable pieces.
18 Beautiful Knitting Patterns
This final collection features 18 knitting patterns, ranging from classic yoke sweaters and striking colourwork designs to simpler projects suitable for knitters who are less familiar with colourwork techniques.
Whether you're ready to tackle an intricate stranded colourwork project or prefer something a little more approachable, there's plenty of inspiration to discover.
The Story Behind the Collection
The Kalevala is regarded as Finland's national epic, bringing together 50 poems compiled from Finnish and Karelian oral traditions.
During the pandemic, Jenna Kostet began exploring these poems through knitting, finding inspiration in their mythology, characters and traditional motifs. Her first Knitted Kalevala book was published in 2022, followed by the second instalment in 2024.
Over six years, Jenna has transformed these 50 poems into three remarkable knitting books, offering a creative and meaningful way to explore Finnish cultural heritage and storytelling.
A beautiful final chapter in an extraordinary knitting journey, Knitted Kalevala III is a must-have for lovers of colourwork, folklore, Nordic design and thoughtfully inspired knitwear.
