Fair Isle Knitting
22 Traditional Patterns from Where the Atlantic Meets the North Sea
[Place of publication not identified] : Trafalgar Square Books, 20230516.
Format: Book
Bringing together the stunning complexity of traditional Shetland patterning and the raw natural beauty of Nordic landscapes.
The centuries-old art of Fair Isle knitting evolved on the Shetland Islands, inspired by colors and forms found in nature, for a distinctive look that's instantly recognizable. Now, Carina Olsson, one of Sweden's leading experts in Fair Isle knitting, is here to guide you through this technique's fundamental principles: how to choose and combine colors in vivid, organic palettes, with over 20 sample patterns for sweaters, mittens, hats, and gloves, ready to adapt to your favorite motifs--plus inspiration and instructions for designing a Fair Isle sweater of your own.
Inside, you'll find:
22 designs for garments and accessories, with pattern panels of varying size and complexity A pattern library of traditional motifs ranging from edgings for cuffs and necklines to classic Nordic stars and eight-petaled roses Technical tips and easy-to-follow explanations to help you decide how to arrange Fair Isle patterns, understand what ribbing and texture will do to the overall look of a design, and use colors and contrast to their maximum effectISBN:
9781646011933
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
CRAFT/HOBBY Needle Knit Olo | Main (Downtown) | Second Level, Nonfiction | Out (Due: 5/16/2024) |
CRAFT/HOBBY Needle Knit Olo | Blythewood | Nonfiction | In |