Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting
by Alice Starmore
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Author: Alice StarmoreEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1988-10-01
ISBN: 0918804973
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Taunton
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Book Review: MUST HAVE BOOK FOR FAIR ISLE KNITTERS
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is a must have, well worth the price. First it takes you through the history of Fair Isle and The Shetland Islands so beautifully you feel like you are there, or wish you were! The next chapter has a good selection of easy to follow charts. They go from basic through to complex, which you can mix and match for your own unique designs. Then she discusses colour schemes; each jumper has a photo of the scenery that inspired the colours, to bring you inspiration. Next are techniques. She has simple diagrams that are easy to understand, showing all the techniques you need to knit fairisle. Her instructions were so simple I have now decided to knit on 4 needles! I have also learnt continental style knitting, as this technique is a much easier way of Fairisle knitting. Other techniques include steeks (making cardigans by knitting in round); knitting up stitches, corrugated ribbing, stranded knitting and lots more. Then there are 14 of her divine patterns to knit. The last section is design she walks you through instructions of knitting your own cap, tammy and gansey. I wouldn't part with my copy for all the tea in china!
Summary of Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting
Scotland's Fair Isle has long been known for its distinctive, stranded-color knitting. A designer from the region, Alice Starmore explores the history and techniques of the art and provides instructions for over 15 of her own knitwear designs. 100 color photos.General Books
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