Laine is a Nordic knit and lifestyle magazine based in Finland. They cherish natural fibers, slow living, local craftsmanship and beautiful, simple things in life. Their intention is to inspire all to gather and share, and to be part of a community of like-minded knitters, makers and thinkers from near and far.

Anna Johanna is a knitwear designer from Muurame, Central Finland. She is known for her often-romantic knits with much love for details, textures and colors. Since 2020, this former statistician has been designing full-time. Strands of Joy is her debut book.