Fair Isle Knitting: 22 Traditional Patterns from Where the Atlantic Meets the North Sea is a wonderful book by Carina Olsson. Carina is one of Sweden's leading experts in Fair Isle knitting and the perfect guide for this centuries-old art that we know and love. This new book is a wonderful resource and inspiration for all of us wool lovers. She begins by taking us on a journey to the Shetland Islands through stunning photos and storied writing. Carina also delves into one of the fundamental principles of Fair Isle Knitting: how to choose and combine colors in vivid, organic palettes.
Also in the book:
- 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 effect.
- Inspiration and instructions for designing a Fair Isle sweater of your very own!
If you have a stash or are ready to dive into one, this book is perfect for you. Many of the patterns in Fair Isle Knitting call for this favorite yarn of many Thistlers!
- 176 pages
- 167 Color photos and 78 charts
