The Art of Fair Isle Knitting: History, Technique, Color and Pattern

The Art of Fair Isle Knitting: History, Technique, Color and Pattern

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Book Description
An art historian and practicing fiber artist, author Ann Feitelson has visited the Shetland Islands often to bring this distinctive knitting style to life. The background sections are lavishly illustrated with color photographs of historic Fair Isle garments; Fair Isle color theory is demonstrated with actual knitted samples; and the more than 20 original Fair Isle garments by Feitelson are illustrated with both color photos and color charts.

The Art of Fair Isle Knitting: History, Technique, Color & Patterns,Ann Feitelson,Interweave Press,1883010209,Crafts & Hobbies,Crafts / Hobbies,Fair Isle,History,Hobbies/Crafts,Knitting,Needlework - Knitting,Patterns,Scotland,Crafts & Hobbies / Knitting

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