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

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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.


The Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting

The Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Sheila McGregor

Publisher: B. T. Batsford Limited

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 9780713460551

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A history and sourcebook of Fair Isle techniques and patterns for the experienced knitter. The author explains the circular method and includes chapters on how to design garments, on knitting techniques and on the use of colour. Over 70 pages of patterns are featured.


Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting

Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Alice Starmore

Publisher: Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780486472188

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Scotland's Fair Isle is celebrated the world over for its distinctive, stranded-color knitting, and Alice Starmore is famous for her expertise in designing and instructing knitters in this appealing regional tradition. This volume is profusely illustrated with color photographs, plus drawings and charts that illustrate the art's history, patterns, and techniques.


Fearless Fair Isle Knitting

Fearless Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Kathleen Taylor

Publisher:

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781600853272

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Why "fearless"? In the past, knitters have considered Fair Isle knitting, or stranded knitting as it's also known, to be an advanced style that involves the frightening task of taking scissors to your hard-won work. As intimidating as this may seem, the cutting process, or steeking, is actually not something to worry about. In Fearless Fair Isle Knitting, best-selling knitwear designer Kathleen Taylor walks knitters of all levels through the technique. With Taylor's simple patterns and large, easy-to-follow charts, the projects yield delightfully vibrant results. The 30 stunning designs, which represent Taylor's updates on classic Fair Isle motifs, include sweaters, socks, dresses, vests, mittens, hats, and bags. With this book, Fair Isle knitting has become more accessible than ever -- and serious knitters will agree... that's a beautiful thing.


Fair Isle Knitting

Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Sarah Don

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-11-07

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0486145468

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Don starts with clear samples and charts for 28 traditional Fair Isle knit designs and then moves on to simple instructions for 13 authentic garments, including jumpers, pullovers, and scarves.


Faroe Island Knits

Faroe Island Knits

Author: Svanhild Strom

Publisher:

Published: 2018-03-20

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9781570768637

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The Faroes have a deeply rooted knitting culture and are perhaps at the top of the world when it comes to the number of knitting clubs. It is the authors desire with this book to awaken an interest in Faroese knitting motifs, to increase appreciation of wool as a natural material, and to spread our cultural heritage. Most of all, to keep the Nordic knitting patterns alive to honor all the work of previous generations.


Fair Isle Knitting

Fair Isle Knitting

Author: Monica Russel

Publisher: SearchPress+ORM

Published: 2019-10-01

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 1781268355

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“A great book to ease a knitter new to Fair Isle knitting into the fold” with projects for sweaters, hats, pillows, bags, and more from the top designer (Knitty.com). Fair Isle knitting has a timeless appeal, and is celebrated all over the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive motifs. Using just two colors in each row you can create a myriad of different patterns that are deceptively easy to achieve. In this definitive guide, expert knitting designer and bestselling author Monica Russel teaches you the essential skills of this traditional colorwork technique and provides all the inspiration you need to create stunning Fair Isle patterns of your own. The book includes a fascinating history of Fair Isle knitting, and takes a close look at the yarns, needles and other tools you need to get started in colorwork There are step-by-step instructions on the key techniques for creating Fair Isle patterns, including choosing colors and using charts, all illustrated with step-by-step photographs and an abundance of colorful examples A stunning collection of pattern swatches provides inspiration and instruction for over 45 borders, patterns and motifs, all accompanied by a written pattern, chart and examples in various colorways To practice your new skills, there are 14 items to knit, ranging from a simple hat to a stunning dress and waistcoat. “The motifs are often modern and bright with the themes such as flowers, cherries, dancing ladies, ducks and alpacas as well as various geometric shapes.” —Slipknot


Fair Isle Knitting Patterns

Fair Isle Knitting Patterns

Author: Mary Macgregor

Publisher: Shetland Times

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 9781904746409

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'Fair Isle Knitting Patterns' reproduces the known work of Robert Williamson.


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

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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.


Fair Isle Knitting and Design

Fair Isle Knitting and Design

Author: Nicki Merrall

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2020-04-03

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 1785006983

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Traditional Fair Isle knitting and design skills were originally handed down from one Shetland generation to the next, with each new generation of knitters experimenting, adapting and extending the repertoire of patterns to develop the Fair Isle knitting we see today. Fair Isle knitting is fascinating - only two colours are used in any single row - yet the patterns and colours chosen combine to create something that is more than the sum of its parts. The distinctive combination of colours and patterns, ranging from the simple to the highly intricate, continues to inspire knitters worldwide. This beautifully illustrated book includes the development of Fair Isle knitting; a collection of Fair Isle patterns and motifs; exercises to develop a sense of colour and apply colour theory to Fair Isle knitting and a detailed step-by-step guide for the techniques used in Fair Isle knitting. Five original designs, with further ideas for their modification and development are included too as well as guidance on adapting and designing Fair Isle projects of your own.