Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Fair Isle Knitting written by Sheila G. Joynes and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2014-05-22 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this thorough guidebook from Sheila G. Joynes, you can easily learn Fair Isle knitting and gradually expand your skill level while making a colourful cowl and hats for the family.
Download or read book The Very Easy Guide to Fair Isle Knitting written by Lynne Watterson and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-02-12 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perfect gift for beginning knitters to sew up some amazing crafting skills. Fair Isle knitting may look complicated, but knitting expert Lynne Watterson lays out the basics in a way that is easy to follow and understand with The Very Easy Guide to Fair Isle Knitting. She starts with an overview that covers everything from the best types of yarn suitable for Fair Isle patterns to beginner knitting techniques. Also included is a primer on how to read Fair Isle charts, plus an illustrated step-by-step guide to Fair Isle knitting showing complete beginners how to hold the yarns, strand across the back of knitting, link colors in, and how to weave in ends. The main chapters feature a selection of beautiful Fair Isle stitch patterns. Each pattern contains clear instructions in both written and chart form, and these are cross-referenced to a comprehensive guide to abbreviations. A variety of simple, stylish projects included in each chapter demonstrates ways to use the beautifully shaded Fair Isle patterns—from chic accessories and the latest fashion looks to colorful cushion covers and cozy blankets. Bonus material offers a variety of stunning finishing touches that can be used to enhance your knitting—including beads, buttons, tassels, cords, fringe, and more.
Download or read book Fair Isle Knitting written by Monica Russel and published by SearchPress+ORM. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A great book to ease a knitter new to Fair Isle knitting into the fold” with projects for sweaters, hats, pillows, bags, and more from the top designer (Knitty.com). Fair Isle knitting has a timeless appeal, and is celebrated all over the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive motifs. Using just two colors in each row you can create a myriad of different patterns that are deceptively easy to achieve. In this definitive guide, expert knitting designer and bestselling author Monica Russel teaches you the essential skills of this traditional colorwork technique and provides all the inspiration you need to create stunning Fair Isle patterns of your own. The book includes a fascinating history of Fair Isle knitting, and takes a close look at the yarns, needles and other tools you need to get started in colorwork There are step-by-step instructions on the key techniques for creating Fair Isle patterns, including choosing colors and using charts, all illustrated with step-by-step photographs and an abundance of colorful examples A stunning collection of pattern swatches provides inspiration and instruction for over 45 borders, patterns and motifs, all accompanied by a written pattern, chart and examples in various colorways To practice your new skills, there are 14 items to knit, ranging from a simple hat to a stunning dress and waistcoat. “The motifs are often modern and bright with the themes such as flowers, cherries, dancing ladies, ducks and alpacas as well as various geometric shapes.” —Slipknot
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Knitting written by Leisure Arts and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2006-11 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides instructions on creating a variety of sweaters, socks, dishcloths, and mittens, with advice on knitting techniques, yarn, and embellishments.
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Knitting written by Leisure Arts and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 1998 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beginner's guide to information you need to know, to create beautiful handiwork. It lets you start with the basics, then gradually advance to making a variety of sample projects.
Download or read book Fearless Fair Isle Knitting written by Kathleen Taylor and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why "fearless"? In the past, knitters have considered Fair Isle knitting, or stranded knitting as it's also known, to be an advanced style that involves the frightening task of taking scissors to your hard-won work. As intimidating as this may seem, the cutting process, or steeking, is actually not something to worry about. In Fearless Fair Isle Knitting, best-selling knitwear designer Kathleen Taylor walks knitters of all levels through the technique. With Taylor's simple patterns and large, easy-to-follow charts, the projects yield delightfully vibrant results. The 30 stunning designs, which represent Taylor's updates on classic Fair Isle motifs, include sweaters, socks, dresses, vests, mittens, hats, and bags. With this book, Fair Isle knitting has become more accessible than ever -- and serious knitters will agree... that's a beautiful thing.
Download or read book Alice Starmore s Book of Fair Isle Knitting written by Alice Starmore and published by Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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. This volume is profusely illustrated with color photographs, plus drawings and charts that illustrate the art's history, patterns, and techniques.
Download or read book First Time Stranded Knitting written by Lori Ihnen and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This material originally appeared in the book Colorwork for Adventurous Knitters (ISBN: 978-1-58923-706-3) by Lori Ihnen."--Back cover.
Download or read book Fair Isle Style written by Mary Jane Mucklestone and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-08-09 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailing from a tiny island in the northern most island group of the British Isles, Fair Isle knitting has been produced for nearly 200 years and is still seen on runways today. Discover true Fair Isle knitting and build fantastic colorscapesâ€"from elegant subtle shadings inspired by the natural landscape to exuberant riots of color for its own sake. Fair Isle Style is a book of projects to knit as well as a book about knitting the Fair Isle technique. This book offers a collection of patterns from a variety of established, rising, and new knitwear designers and focuses on fresh, modern uses of color for today's knitters. A Design Notebook rounds out the book, giving readers further ideas to use Fair Isle knitting. Delight in a modern look from a traditional technique with Fair Isle Style.
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Chain Knitting written by Leisure Arts, Inc and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2008-02 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Suitable for knitters looking for something different, this title offers a fresh technique from the author - the Chain Knitting technique.
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Lace Knitting written by Kay Meadors and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2008-05 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions and great how-to photos will have you reading charts and lace knitting in no time!
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Knitting Cables written by Leisure Arts and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2008 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes step-by-step illustrated instructions for knitting cables, twists, and bobbles, plus fourteen projects.
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Entrelac Knitting written by Marly Bird and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2013-08-31 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Learn the simple secrets of this classic technique! Though it looks like basket-woven strips, entrelac knitting is actually created by making tiers of individual triangles or rectangles that you interconnect as you go. We take you step-by-step through the basic process with an E-Reader Cover. Then additional elements are introduced in a Hat, a Scarf, an Afghan, a Pillow, and a Baby Blanket."
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Knitting Mittens written by Cynthia Guggemos and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2011-06 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Makes it easy for you to learn how, with truly simple instructions for Basic Mittens.
Download or read book Fair Isle Knitting Patterns written by Mary Macgregor and published by Shetland Times. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Fair Isle Knitting Patterns' reproduces the known work of Robert Williamson.
Download or read book Fair Isle Knitting written by Sarah Don and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-11-07 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don starts with clear samples and charts for 28 traditional Fair Isle knit designs and then moves on to simple instructions for 13 authentic garments, including jumpers, pullovers, and scarves.
Download or read book I Can t Believe I m Loom Knitting written by Kathy Norris and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2010 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything you need to know about loom knitting plus 18 projects!
