The Story of the Coast Salish Knitters
2000
52m
Documentary
Overview
For almost a century, the Coast Salish knitters of southern Vancouver Island have produced Cowichan sweaters from handspun wool. These distinctive sweaters are known and loved around the world, but the Indigenous women who make them remain largely invisible.
About The Story of the Coast Salish Knitters
The Story of the Coast Salish Knitters (2000) is a Documentary film that follows for almost a century, the Coast Salish knitters of southern Vancouver Island have produced Cowichan sweaters from handspun wool. These distinctive sweaters are known and loved around the world, but the Indigenous women who make them remain largely invisible. The Story of the Coast Salish Knitters is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. Fans of documentary movies may also want to explore similar titles below.
