Anne's Norwegian Knitting

8: Stranded Thoughts: Wool, Symbols, and Sacred Threads


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In this episode of Stranded Thoughts, Anne shares reflections from her recent trip to Setesdal and a meaningful visit with the legendary textile storyteller Annemor Sundbø. Together, they explore the deeper meanings woven into wool – from ancient beliefs to hidden symbols in traditional knitting. Anne reflects on the sacred power once attributed to sheep, wool, and thread, and how symbols like the grid inside Norwegian mittens weren’t just decorative – they were protective. She then draws a quiet but powerful connection between those old beliefs and a small detail in her newest sock design for Norwegian Wool Month. In This Episode: – A visit to Setesdal and meeting Annemor Sundbø – Reflections on Annemor’s newest book and life’s work – How wool was seen as sacred in pre-Christian Norway – The evolving meaning of symbols – from the swastika to the knitting grid – Why symbols in old mittens weren’t for display, but for protection – The hidden grid on the sole of Anne’s new sock pattern – A quiet invitation to connect with the past through stitches Mentioned in This Episode: – Annemor Sundbø – author, textile historian, and storyteller – Norwegian Wool Month – Anne’s annual celebration of wool (August/September)

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