200 Fair Isle Motifs
200 Fair Isle Motifs

Author: Mary Jane Mucklestone

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2011-11-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1596684372

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The comprehensive guide to Fair Isle knitting motifs! The mysteries of Fair Isle are revealed! 200 Fair Isle Motifs offers simple solutions to the seemingly complex technique of stranded colorwork. From simple single row patterns to complex all-over motifs, you'll find colorways that will thrill and inspire your knitting, whether you're a beginner or experienced knitter. By using the easy-to-read charts, columns to illustrate color changes, and clear photographs of each sample swatch, you'll find yourself creating beautiful Fair Isle designs in no time. Organized by row count and stitch count, 200 Fair Isle Motifs makes it easy for you to find the perfect motif for your projects. Confidently infuse colorwork into your knitting with 200 Fair Isle Motifs.

150 Scandinavian Knitting Designs
150 Scandinavian Knitting Designs

Author: Mary Jane Mucklestone

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781844489343

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

100 authentic designs with actual-size swatches, charts, and patterns. For both experienced and beginner knitters, this is a collection of favourite motifs found in the traditional knitting of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and the Faroe Islands, including charming motifs of stars, hearts, flowers, leaping reindeer and dancers.

Fair Isle Style
Fair Isle Style

Author: Mary Jane Mucklestone

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-08-09

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 1620334763

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Hailing from a tiny island in the northern most island group of the British Isles, Fair Isle knitting has been produced for nearly 200 years and is still seen on runways today. Discover true Fair Isle knitting and build fantastic colorscapesâ€"from elegant subtle shadings inspired by the natural landscape to exuberant riots of color for its own sake. Fair Isle Style is a book of projects to knit as well as a book about knitting the Fair Isle technique. This book offers a collection of patterns from a variety of established, rising, and new knitwear designers and focuses on fresh, modern uses of color for today's knitters. A Design Notebook rounds out the book, giving readers further ideas to use Fair Isle knitting. Delight in a modern look from a traditional technique with Fair Isle Style.

Knitting in the Nordic Tradition
Knitting in the Nordic Tradition

Author: Vibeke Lind

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2014-05-05

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 0486794911

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Richly illustrated with photos, charts, and drawings, this guide features more than 100 patterns for children's and adults' sweaters, jackets, caps, mittens, stockings, and shawls. Includes suggestions for adaptations to individual tastes.

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary
AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary

Author: Andrea Rangel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-08-10

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 1632505533

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Break the rules. Knit outside the lines! AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs. These unique colorwork charts are perfect for the creative knitter looking to break away from the ordinary. Derived from graphic design elements, these fresh, fun motifs include everything from geometric mountains, waves, and spirals to modern bikes, skulls, and sheep. Dive into color knitting with confidence with a section on reading charts, working floats, and choosing colors. Learn how stranded colorwork can be used in design with five accompanying projects including mitts, cowls, and sweaters. AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary is the perfect gift for knitters looking for fun pattern ideas or new stitches. Get inspired to break the rules and use your imagination to modify, deconstruct, and combine motifs to create your own unique designs.

Swedish Knits
Swedish Knits

Author: Paula Hammerskog

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

Published: 2009-09

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1602397244

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Learn to knit luxurious sweaters, coats, dresses, and more with these Swedish-inspired patterns and...

Operation Sock Drawer
Operation Sock Drawer

Author: Knitmore Girls

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-10-20

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0593327969

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Knit yourself a drawer of beautiful socks with the Knitmore Girls Inspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmin and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection of socks just as photo worthy. Tens of thousands of knitters have since joined the campaign to knit more pretty socks and the hashtag has grown to more than 200k tags on social media. Think of Operation Sock Drawer as your sock knitting survival guide. In it you'll find: • 20 original designer sock patterns--more than enough to fill your first drawer. • Great how-ton information on knitting a variety of toe shapes, heel styles, options for comfortable ankles, and more! • Darn it! Don't toss old socks, repair them with simple darning techniques. • Bonus information on knitting socks two at a time, how to make great yarn to pattern matches, and how to overcome second sock syndrome. Grab your needles and a skein of yarn, and then join The Knitmore Girls on their mission to expand sock collections around the globe.

Traditional Fair Isle Knitting
Traditional Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Sheila McGregor

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group

Published: 2003-09-19

Total Pages: 154

ISBN-13: 9780486431079

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Over 70 pages of designs include patterns for mittens, jerseys, jackets, hats, more. Practical advice on design and color provides endless variations and adaptations. 31 halftones and 17 color illustrations.