Fair Isle knitting : 22 traditional patterns from where the Atlantic meets the North Sea / Carina Olsson.

Fair Isle knitting : 22 traditional patterns from where the Atlantic meets the North Sea / Carina Olsson.

Alternate Title
Fair Isle knitting : twenty two traditional patterns from where the Atlantic meets the North Sea

By
Olsson, Carina.

Publication Date
2023

Publication Information
North Pomfret, Vt. : Trafalgar Square Books,

Physical Description
175 p. : col. ill.

Subject Term
Knitting.
 
Knitting -- Patterns.
 
Knitting -- Scotland -- Fair Isle -- Patterns.

Summary
He 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.

Language
English

ISBN
9781646011933


LibraryCollectionCollectionCall NumberStatus
Gander (GGR)Adult NFicAdult Non-Fiction746.432 OL8Checked out
St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH)Adult NFicAdult Non-Fiction746.432 OL8Checked out