TITLE:
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:
Publication Date:
2023
Publication Information:
North Pomfret, Vt. : Trafalgar Square Books,
Physical Description:
175 p. : col. ill.
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
