"Lasse L. Matberg comes from a family who, for generations, have been working to create beautiful, quality crafted items by hand. Viking Knits is a tribute to good-quality, practical needlework, inspired by the Vikings' warm, all-weather garments. Discover and knit over 40 items for men, women, and children, designed for all occasions and seasons. From tough-wearing sweaters and outerwear to elegant cardigans and jackets, all have made been made in a quietly beautiful Scandinavian style. Whether you love traditional, Nordic colorwork patterns and cables, or modern, textured knits, there is something for everyone." --

LASSE L. MATBERG enlisted in the Royal Norwegian Navy in 2006 after working as a full-time chef. After graduating as a lieutenant, He now serves as a sports officer in Stavanger, Norway, where he works as a fitness instructor for recruits. Lasse also works part-time as a model.
Lasse has gone on to win the Norwegian reality show, Farm Celebrity, in 2021, and Italian Shall We Dance in 2019. He is known as 'the viking', and under the name @lasselom he has over a million followers on social Media. In adition, he and the book's collaborator, Strikkemekka, have launched their own Instagram account @lasse_strikk

He was born in Verdal and lives in Stavanger.