Fair Isle Knitting
22 Traditional Patterns from Where the Atlantic Meets the North Sea



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Bringing together the stunning complexity of traditional Shetland patterning and the raw natural beauty of Nordic landscapes.
The 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 motifsplus inspiration and instructions for designing a Fair Isle sweater of your own.
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Author Carina Olsson
Format: Hardcover
Total Page Count: 176
Illustrations: 167 color photos & 78 charts
ISBN: 9781646011933