Inspired by The Spokesman-Review article “For This Mother-Daughter Duo, Iceland Was a Knitter’s Paradise,” by Green Edventures participant Michelle Caldwell
When writer Michelle Caldwell joined Green Edventures’ Iceland Knitting Tour: Shawls & Sheep Round Up with her mother, she didn’t anticipate how deeply the experience would strengthen their bond. Her story, “For This Mother-Daughter Duo, Iceland Was a Knitter’s Paradise”, published in The Spokesman-Review, illustrates why our mother-daughter knitting tour in Iceland has become one of the most meaningful travel experiences we offer.
Michelle shopping for naturally dyed Icelandic wool in Iceland.
The article reflects what many travelers discover on our women’s adventures—shared discovery, creative expression, and the rare opportunity for mothers and daughters to reconnect in one of the world’s most inspiring landscapes.
A Shared Journey Through Iceland
The Shawls & Sheep Round Up takes participants through northern and western Iceland during the annual réttir, the traditional sheep round-up that signals the end of summer. Travelers visit small farms, attend workshops with Icelandic knitwear designer Bergrós Guðnadóttir, and see how Icelandic lopi wool moves from sheep to finished garment.
This mother-daughter knitting tour in Iceland blends hands-on craft with cultural immersion. Between farm visits and coastal hikes, there is time to slow down, talk, and knit side by side—a rhythm that naturally encourages connection and reflection.
Sheep round up in northwest Iceland.
Connection Beyond the Craft
In her feature, Caldwell describes how quickly friendships formed among the women on the trip. Shared enthusiasm for knitting became a bridge between generations.
“Traveling with my mom, I was reminded how much we have in common,” she wrote. “Knitting together in Iceland gave us time to appreciate that.”
That sentiment defines Green Edventures’ approach to travel. Each tour brings together women who value learning, community, and the kind of meaningful experience that can’t be found in large-group or self-guided trips. Many participants join with their mothers, daughters, or sisters, while others come solo and quickly find lifelong friends.
Why Iceland Is the Perfect Setting for a Mother-Daughter Knitting Tour
Iceland’s wool heritage, small villages, and dramatic scenery make it an ideal backdrop for shared creativity. Each day balances exploration with hands-on craft. Evenings are spent in family-run guesthouses, where travelers gather for home-cooked meals and conversation.
For mothers and daughters, it’s a rare opportunity to share both adventure and artistry—to create something tangible that carries the memory of time spent together.
Bergrós giving personalized instruction.
Continuing the Tradition
Green Edventures will again host the Iceland Knitting Tour: Shawls & Sheep Round Up 2026, following the same route and program that inspired Caldwell’s article.
For those who wish to dive deeper into Icelandic sweater-making, the Iceland Westfjords Lopapeysa Knitting Tour 2026 offers an extended workshop experience in one of the country’s most remote and beautiful regions.
Both tours are led by Icelandic designers and expert guides who ensure participants experience authentic local culture and sustainable travel practices.
Icelandic horses in the country-side