Fiberside Chats: Sissal Kristiansen November 17th, 2024
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Fiberside Chats: Sissal Kristiansen November 17th, 2024

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A Stitch in Time: The Faroese Fisherman Sweater and Its Significance 

Sheep outnumber humans on the Faroe Islands, home to just 55,000 people. Centuries ago, the remote archipelago relied on wool and knitting as primary exports, but as fishery became more important, wool remained vital for providing knitwear to fishermen braving the North Atlantic. Sheep, Sea and Sweater rhyme – and the rise in fishery gave rise to the iconic Faroese Fisherman Sweater, known for its striking patterns and colourwork, and still today, it is significant in Faroese knitting. The islands' isolation and limited land fostered a unique culture that continues to thrive today, even as the Faroese enjoy modern lifestyles.
In her presentation, Sissal Kristiansen will guide you through the rich history and culture of Faroese knitting. She will explore its development and introduce the distinctive traits of the two-layered wool produced by Faroese sheep, discussing its advantages and challenges then and in today’s world. Register now for a virtual visit to learn about these stunning, woolly islands through Fiberside Chats!

BIO: 
Sissal Kristiansen is a Faroese knitwear designer and owner of Shisa Brand. She is a proud Faroese and loves her country, its culture, and its history. She has a great passion for Faroese knitting, history, wool, and sheep—to such an extent that she has initiated the project ‘the Wool Islands’ to share the history of Faroese knitting and wool culture and to promote Faroese wool and knitting. She emphasizes the importance of working collectively to advocate for Faroese wool. She is an international lecturer and part of a consortium of like-minded business owners who promote local wool products and knitwear. 
https://instagram.com/shisabrandhttps://www.instagram.com/thewoolislandshttps://www.instagram.com/karensissal

This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, November 17th at 1:00pm EST, 12:00pm CST, 11:00am MST, 10:00am PST, 6:00pm WET

This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.