Heading Into the Holidays: "I Love Crochet and Embroidery"
Birna Kristbjargardóttir, a librarian at Árbær City Library, has enjoyed crafts since she was a child and says she is always working on a knitting project.
It comes as no surprise, then, that the book she is taking on holiday is Knitting for Little Sweethearts by Hanne Andreassen Hjelmås and Torunn Steinsland.
“My son gave me this book as a Christmas present a few years ago, and I've already knitted so many projects from it. I'm planning to keep going over the holidays. The instructions are so clear and detailed,” says Birna, who has a lifelong passion for needlework.
“Yes, I'm always knitting something. I made my first garments, a hat and a scarf, for my doll when I was six years old. I also love crocheting and embroidery, so I make good use of all kinds of craft books throughout the year.”
What else does Birna enjoy reading?
“I've been completely absorbed by Lucinda Riley's The Seven Sisters series. They're a captivating blend of historical fiction and mystery. I think they are wonderfully written.”
Does she also make use of technology and listen to audiobooks?
“Absolutely. I use the Libby app a lot, and I recently listened to a truly remarkable book through the E-Library called Theo of Golden by Allan Levi.* It's one of the most beautiful stories I've ever read—or listened to. I recommend it one hundred percent.”
*The E-Library is free for everyone with a library card. You can find information on how to register and use the E-Library here.
Below is a list of the books Birna recommends that are available at Reykjavík City Library.
Now that many Reykjavík residents are heading off on their summer holidays, or at least starting to plan them, it's the perfect time to stop by Reykjavík City Library and stock up on books, music, board games, or anything else you might want to pack in your suitcase or simply enjoy at home during the summer. But with so many treasures on the library shelves, what should you take with you? In our Heading into the Holiday series, we ask members of our staff to share their favourite picks from the collection, perfect companions for the summer holidays.