Book Description
With this thorough guidebook from Sheila G. Joynes, you can easily learn Fair Isle knitting and gradually expand your skill level while making a colourful cowl and hats for the family.
Author : Sheila G. Joynes
Publisher : Leisure Arts
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 42,36 MB
Release : 2014-05-22
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1609002334
With this thorough guidebook from Sheila G. Joynes, you can easily learn Fair Isle knitting and gradually expand your skill level while making a colourful cowl and hats for the family.
Author : Lynne Watterson
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 14,37 MB
Release : 2013-02-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1250016223
A perfect gift for beginning knitters to sew up some amazing crafting skills. Fair Isle knitting may look complicated, but knitting expert Lynne Watterson lays out the basics in a way that is easy to follow and understand with The Very Easy Guide to Fair Isle Knitting. She starts with an overview that covers everything from the best types of yarn suitable for Fair Isle patterns to beginner knitting techniques. Also included is a primer on how to read Fair Isle charts, plus an illustrated step-by-step guide to Fair Isle knitting showing complete beginners how to hold the yarns, strand across the back of knitting, link colors in, and how to weave in ends. The main chapters feature a selection of beautiful Fair Isle stitch patterns. Each pattern contains clear instructions in both written and chart form, and these are cross-referenced to a comprehensive guide to abbreviations. A variety of simple, stylish projects included in each chapter demonstrates ways to use the beautifully shaded Fair Isle patterns—from chic accessories and the latest fashion looks to colorful cushion covers and cozy blankets. Bonus material offers a variety of stunning finishing touches that can be used to enhance your knitting—including beads, buttons, tassels, cords, fringe, and more.
Author : Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 50,85 MB
Release : 2013-08-09
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1620334763
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.
Author : Leisure Arts
Publisher : Leisure Arts
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 42,42 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1574866281
A beginner's guide to information you need to know, to create beautiful handiwork. It lets you start with the basics, then gradually advance to making a variety of sample projects.
Author : Lori Ihnen
Publisher : Creative Publishing International
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 18,32 MB
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 1589239040
"This material originally appeared in the book Colorwork for Adventurous Knitters (ISBN: 978-1-58923-706-3) by Lori Ihnen."--Back cover.
Author : Monica Russel
Publisher : SearchPress+ORM
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 36,55 MB
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1781268355
“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
Author : Cynthia Guggemos
Publisher : Leisure Arts
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 50,55 MB
Release : 2011-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1609001060
Makes it easy for you to learn how, with truly simple instructions for Basic Mittens.
Author : Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,76 MB
Release : 2011-11-29
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1596684372
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.
Author : Kathleen Taylor
Publisher : Taunton Press
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 17,89 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Art
ISBN : 1600853277
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.
Author : Sarah Don
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 28,86 MB
Release : 2012-11-07
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486145468
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.