Celebrate the Irish countryside and create one–of–a–kind knitted projects The patterns found in Contemporary Irish Knits showcase traditional Aran knitting patterns to create the more fitted and flattering shapes that modern knitters prefer. You′ll get 18 patterns for making one–of–a–kind Irish knits, encapsulating projects for women′s, children, and men′s wardrobe pieces, and accessories like bags, blankets, and shawls. Plus, you′ll get easy–to–follow instructions and guidance on how to construct and enhance your knitting experience to make for a more intuitively put–together knitted item. This all–new collection is exactly what today′s knitter is looking for, and complemented by inspiring design and photography. If you′re a knitter looking for innovative patterns, enhancements to your skill sets, and a chance to broaden your range of knitterly knowledge, Contemporary Irish Knits is for you. It features: contemporary Irish designs created using traditional techniques and stitch patterns implemented in new ways; a broad range of projects; guidance on working with different construction methods; and much more. Features an elegant design and 18 enjoyable–to–knit, one–of–a–kind patterns Patterns are just challenging enough to be fun to knit All projects are thoughtfully designed for a beautiful finished project Whether you′re an intermediate or advanced knitter, Contemporary Irish Knits gives you the skills, projects, and know–how to create truly gorgeous knitted pieces that celebrate Ireland′s living knitted tradition with a modern, contemporary twist.
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Celebrate the rich tradition of Irish knitting and create up–to–the–minute pieces with timeless style Contemporary Irish Knits gives you 20 exciting patterns for making one–of–a–kind Aran–inspired knits, including unique projects for women′s, children′s, and men′s pieces as well as accessories like blankets, shawls, hats, and fingerless mittens. Plus, you′ll get easy–to–follow construction guidance so that you can enhance your knitting experience and more intuitively create and customize your pieces. Complemented by essays on inspiring Irish yarn mills and photography of the Irish countryside, this book features designs created using traditional techniques and stitch patterns implemented in new ways to make truly original pieces. Knit your way through the Emerald Isle with patterns including: Women′s Cable Rib Jacket Men′s Twisted Stitch Sweater Boy′s Hooded Vest Felted Tweed Handbag Cable–and–Lace Square Blanket Women′s Honeycomb Beret Girl′s Cabled Yoke Cardigan And more No matter what your knitting experience, Contemporary Irish Knits gives you the skills, projects, and know–how to create truly gorgeous knitted pieces that celebrate Aran style with a modern, contemporary twist.
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20 projects that celebrate Ireland′s rich knitting tradition Inside, you′ll find 20 projects that make use of the unmistakable texture of cabled Aran stitches, implemented in new ways to create more fitted, flattering, and up–to–the–minute shapes. Working with different construction methods and stitch patterns, you′ll knit show–stopping pieces that are functional yet durable. Ranging from a sweet honeycomb beret to a cabled tunic cardigan, these projects invite you to lose yourself in the timeless enjoyment of Aran knitting. Inspired by the author′s own Irish heritage and showcasing the remaining yarn mills and hand dyers in Ireland, this book represents the best of the old and the new—a collection of Irish knitting projects as you′ve never seen them before.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Ready Writer
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderful book, full of information and lovely big photos.
Carol really knows her knits - the patterns are superb. All written from a seamless or nearly seamless perspective so that you aren't working in small pieces and trying to figure out how they all go together at the end. But rather adding to the first piece and building it up as you go so that you know that the garment fits you as you progress through the pattern.
There is detail in each pattern that will actually teach you as you work through it - short row shoulders and sleeve caps, etc.
I love the patterns and I've already got orders from OtherHalf for one of the men's garments.
Excellent - well worth the money.
Carol really knows her knits - the patterns are superb. All written from a seamless or nearly seamless perspective so that you aren't working in small pieces and trying to figure out how they all go together at the end. But rather adding to the first piece and building it up as you go so that you know that the garment fits you as you progress through the pattern.
There is detail in each pattern that will actually teach you as you work through it - short row shoulders and sleeve caps, etc.
I love the patterns and I've already got orders from OtherHalf for one of the men's garments.
Excellent - well worth the money.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By KarenD
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a book to be savoured! I have read it from cover to cover, and bought the wool from Donegal for the green honeycomb cabled jacket for my next project (try eBay for the manufacturer). Just gorgeous!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Nelly Maggie
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Oh dear .... again another uninspiring book of knitting patterns. Sadly, despite the title, I found these patterns to be firmly lodged in another time, definitely not in the 21st century - the only thing that is contemporary is the fact that the patterns are chart based. There is only one item in this book that had me rushing out to buy yarn ... the rest of them, well, nothing to inspire at all .... There is an interesting potted history of knitting in Ireland and yarn production from sheep to shop, but as far as the patterns are concerned, as I say, nothing to write home about.
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Fantastic content
This book contains great patterns. It is well written, and the photographs are excellent. The content is really interesting, and I'll certainly be following up on some of it.
Published 22 days ago by PhD mum
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Beatiful book
This is a beautiful book for both the knitting patterns, sizing guidelines, background to the knitting patterns and the scenery of Ireland. Definitely worth buying.
Published 2 months ago by BookReview
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classic
These are nearly all beautiful knits that have a wholly contemporary feel. Not too sure about a knitted skirt but the hats and jumpers are delightful. Read more
Published 3 months ago by dee dee
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very impressive
my daughter wanted this book and was very impressed with when she got it. good service excellent price and just wha sh wanted
Published 4 months ago by david robinson
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Irish knitting for the modern knitter
Carole Feller's designs take a strong influence from the aran knitting tradition, and combines it with lots of short row shaping to avoid the boxy look of the "traditional" aran... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Suzi Q
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Great book
Lovely book, well written and informative. Lovely patterns and will definitely be knitting a few from here. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Handbagcrazy
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Contempory Irish Knits
This book is a great book highlighting the yarn industry in Ireland. With such a rich history of knitting it's quite sad to find out that very few sheep in Ireland are bred for... Read more
Published 15 months ago by K Russell
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Excellent
Excellent designs. Check out the designers website stolen stitches.
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Loved the presentation of the book. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Appleang
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rather traditional except in shape
A modern take on traditional Irish knitting, based on Arans but with a touch of lace. What I liked most about this book is that it showcases some of the remaining yarn mills and... Read more
Published 17 months ago by K. Platt
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