Fair Isle Knitting - A Practical & Inspirational Guide (Paperback)

Fair Isle knitting has a timeless appeal, and is celebrated all over the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive motifs. Using just two colours 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 best-selling author Monica Russel teaches you the essential skills of this traditional colourwork 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 colourwork There are step-by-step instructions on the key techniques for creating Fair Isle patterns, including choosing colours and using charts, all illustrated with step-by-step photographs and an abundance of colourful 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 colourways To practise your new skills, there are 14 items to knit, ranging from a simple hat to a stunning dress and waistcoat.

General

Imprint:	Search Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2019
Authors:	Monica Russel
Dimensions:	280 x 216 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - With flaps
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-1-78221-580-6
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts > Needlework & fabric crafts > Knitting > General
LSN:	1-78221-580-8
Barcode:	9781782215806

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