Traditional Fair Isle Knitting Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

Situated far to the north of the scottish mainland, the Shetlands are famous for the dampness of their climate and the excellence of their wool — a pair of distinctions that fostered the development of a vibrant form of patterned knitting. Its treasury of designs features more than 70 pages of patterns that can be used for mittens, jackets, jerseys, and hats.

31 halftones and 17 color illustrations. Fair isle's unusual technique employs two colors in each row; the wool not in use is stranded along the back in short loops, resulting in an extremely warm and weatherproof double fabric. In this definitive guide, the author shows how any circular-method knitting technique can yield the popular Fair Isle patterns.

Its republication offers a new generation of knitters a reliable resource for projects in the traditional and much-loved style. Dover Publications. In addition, its practical advice on designing garments and the use of color offers valuable assistance to knitters who wish to create their own patterns and seek the inspiration for an endless array of variations and adaptations.

Long out of print, this volume is well known as the best source of authentic Fair Isle patterns.

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Traditional Scandinavian Knitting Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

An expert on traditional Scandinavian knitting explains the distinctive craft's origins, its various types, and knitting techniques in this classic guide. Its return to print will delight a new generation of knitting enthusiasts. Vibrant patterns for an array of garments include jerseys, stockings, gloves and mittens, and caps.

Illustrated with 191 black-and-white and 20 color pictures, this volume is well known and prized among longtime practitioners of the craft. Sheila mcgregor's in-depth treatment ranges from the regional styles of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to those of the North Atlantic Islands of Faeroe and Iceland.


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Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

She shares fourteen of her own original designs, hats, including patterns for cardigans, fishermen's sweaters, gloves, vests, and mittens. More than 250 photographs, simple instructions, and easy-to-follow charts illustrate sources of inspiration, drawings, and spectacular results. It not only explores the art's history, patterns, and traditional techniques but also encourages knitters to develop their own creativity.

Starmore explains the traditional Fair Isle techniques of circular knitting and presents detailed tutorials on incorporating classic motifs, exploring color schemes, and creating unique patterns and designs. Starmore's richly illustrated guide offers both beginning and advanced knitters a complete workshop in the Fair Isle style.

Knitting devotees agree:  if you have only one book of Fair Isle patterns, this is the one to have! Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988. Scotland's fair isle is celebrated the world over for its distinctive, stranded-color knitting, and Alice Starmore is famous for her expertise in designing and instructing knitters in this appealing regional tradition.

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200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory

Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Connecticut, Newtown, 1988. Interweave Press. The comprehensive guide to fair isle knitting motifs!The mysteries of Fair Isle are revealed! 200 Fair Isle Motifs offers simple solutions to the seemingly complex technique of stranded colorwork.

Organized by row count and stitch count, 200 Fair Isle Motifs makes it easy for you to find the perfect motif for your projects. Confidently infuse colorwork into your knitting with 200 Fair Isle Motifs. From simple single row patterns to complex all-over motifs, you'll find colorways that will thrill and inspire your knitting, whether you're a beginner or experienced knitter.

By using the easy-to-read charts, and clear photographs of each sample swatch, columns to illustrate color changes, you'll find yourself creating beautiful Fair Isle designs in no time.


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Alice Starmore's Charts for Color Knitting: New and Expanded Edition Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

This treasury features a choice selection of her source material, russia, arranged into four parts: 1 Traditional patterns from Europe, and South America 2 Adaptations from textiles and other art, including Japanese porcelain and Celtic metalwork 3 Alice Starmore's own geometric and nature-inspired originals 4 Practical instructions that explain how to incorporate these motifs into unique designs.

Suitable for beginning as well as advanced color knitters, these charted designs can also be adapted to other crafts, including weaving and embroidery. The first U. S. Dover Publications. Publication of charts for color knitting, this new and expanded version explains how to incorporate color into your work and features color photographs of knitted swatches created expressly for this Dover edition.

In the course of her career as an internationally recognized authority on knitting design and instruction, Alice Starmore has acquired a remarkable collection of charted designs for color knitting. Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988.

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150 Scandinavian Motifs: The Knitter's Directory

It also includes guidance on choosing yarns, and finishing techniques to help you hone your knitting skills and create stylish projects! Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, use of color, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988. Interweave Press. Dover Publications. Included in this collection are colorful designs for:StarsHeartsFlowersBirds & animalsGeometric patternsAnd, illustrated with clear life-sized photographs, more! Each motif is shown as a hand-knitted swatch, and accompanied by easy-to-read color charts and reverse colorway suggestions.

With clear details on reading color charts and a full review of techniques for two-color knitting, this book also gives advice on incorporating Scandinavian motifs into a variety of different projects, allowing you to create unique designs. Attention all knitters! 150 scandinavian motifs is an inspirational collection of favorite motifs found in the traditional knitting of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, and the Faeroe Islands.

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AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs

Dive into stranded colorwork with confidence with a section on reading charts, working floats, and choosing colors. Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Connecticut, Newtown, 1988. Interweave Press. Be inspired to break the rules and use charts in creative ways with AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary.

Plus, use your imagination to modify, deconstruct, and combine the unique motifs to create your own designs. Dover Publications. These non-traditional colorwork charts are perfect for the creative knitter looking to break away from the ordinary. Interweave. Derived from graphic design elements, and spirals to modern bikes, skulls, waves, these fresh motifs include everything from geometric mountains, and sheep.

Learn how stranded colorwork can be used in design with five accompanying projects including mitts, cowls, and sweaters. Break the rules--knit outside the lines!AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs.


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Michael Pearson's Traditional Knitting: Aran, Fair Isle and Fisher Ganseys, New & Expanded Edition Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace

Interweave. So much history. Dover publications-Traditional Knitting. Once again, our wish is granted by dear Dover. Meg swansen, schoolhouse Press"A fascinating and well researched book. Evening pressafter visiting the remote fishing villages of Scotland and England, Michael Pearson compiled this extensive record of unique patterns.

For this revised and expanded edition, the author has added an extensive selection of new pattern charts and full knitting instructions, making this essential work even more valuable to lovers of traditional knitting. Great collection of patterns. The pictures were amazing and definitely my favorite part.

. A history and knitting lesson wrapped up in one book. Debbie's bookcase dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988. Interweave Press. His sources include oral traditions, documents, family albums, and photos. I learned so many interesting things.

The other books on the subject seemed to be aimed at people who already knit.


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The Art of Fair Isle Knitting: History, Technique, Color & Patterns

Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Connecticut, Newtown, 1988. Interweave Press. Used book in Good Condition. Knit colorful hats, gloves, and sweaters in the Shetland tradition. Dover Publications. Dover publications-Traditional Knitting. Interweave.


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Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible: 260 Exquisite Patterns by Hitomi Shida

Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988. Interweave Press. In the japanese knitting Stitch Bible knitting guru Hitomi Shida shares some of her favorite needlework patterns. Dover publications-Traditional Knitting. Shida's strikingly original designs and variations on every imaginable classic stitch result in intricate patterns that form the basis for beautiful and unique knitted fashions.

Used book in Good Condition. The knitting projects include: a classic hat made using large patterns an elegant scarf in lacy patterns The ever-popular fingerless mittens Thick socks that can be made using various patterns A feminine collar using round stitching And much more! This Japanese stitch dictionary represents a whole new adventure for knitters and is sure to become a valued reference for experienced knitters.

Instructions and diagrams for a series of small projects offer practice working with large patterns, lacy patterns, pattern arrangement and round yokes among other things. This is the perfect book for the experienced knitter who is looking for new stitches that yield spectacular results! This Japanese knitting book features a wide range of rewarding and intricate stitches including: cables popcorn stitches twisted stitches edgings and many more…A set of detailed, step-by-step diagrams show you how to execute all the basic stitches.

. Interweave. Dover Publications. Explore a new world of knitting with exquisitely detailed stitch patterns and techniques from Japan.


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250 Japanese Knitting Stitches: The Original Pattern Bible by Hitomi Shida

Interweave. Copies of the original japanese edition have been jealously coveted by knitters around the world, and now Tuttle Publishing brings you this classic in English for the first time! Hitomi Shida's previous work, the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible was released by Tuttle in October 2017 and has already been purchased and tested by thousands of avid knitters who are thrilled to discover a treasure trove of elegant and intricate new patterns.

Dover publications-Traditional Knitting. This knitting reference book features the following: stitches designed for borders and edgings Beautiful cable stitches, both simple and elaborate Elegant popcorn stitches from fine to bold Multiple variations on individual patternsShida's finished projects are a wonder to behold and accomplished knitters will brave even the most daunting of stitch patterns to create them.

Filled with 250 distinctive and inventive patterns—with a stitch diagram and photo for each pattern—this highly anticipated book is destined to be on every knitter's bookshelf. Roehm guides knitters through the particulars of the patterns and explains how to execute the stitches. 250 japanese knitting stitches was hitomi Shida's first effort and, like its successor, is filled with her highly original and beautiful designs and variations on knitting classics.

Dover 2009 unabridged reproduction of the edition published by the Taunton Press, Inc. Newtown, connecticut, 1988. Interweave Press.


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