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This book is a Fair Isle bible, covering the techniques involved (stranding, weaving in and steeks), the history of Shetland and Fair Isle knitting, and a masterclass on colour combining. The patterns are lovely, and the colour combinations precise. It's a must-have for every serious Fair Isle knitter.-The Knitter
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From the first small items sold to fishermen and tourists in the nineteenth century, to the highly fashionable androgynous sweaters of the 1920s, to the large starry Norwegian patterns popular after World War II, to the hand- and machine-made yoke sweaters of the 1960s and 1970s, Ann Feitelson applies ardent dedication to her research. She leads readers through the history of Fair Isle knitting to an examination of the style's techniques, explicating not only the unique color ways and pattern, but such valuable details as ways to hold the yarn. An accomplished knitter herself, Feitelson presents twenty-three original Fair Isle designs, and encourages readers to create their own. A chapter on knitting math is both easy to follow and invaluable for planning sizes and patterns, while a glossary of Shetland knitting terms links a way of life that is largely gone with the knowledge and skills that "The Art of Fair Isle Knitting" helps to preserve. Throughout these wonderful colors and glowing patterns, "The Art of Fair Isle Knitting" conveys an unending sense of price. Pride in the dedication of Shetland knitters. Pride in the creation of exceptional garments. Pride in the work of women. Pride in a knitting style known throughout the world.
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
At this time it looks as though the art of Fair Isle is making a huge comeback. Books that are out of print are selling for ten times the original price. Old magazines are being sought in every nook and cranny. Newer yarns are now colored to automatically create Fair Isle color patterns.
This particular book was written by Ann Feitelson who spent considerable time on the Shetland Islands and short of being a native is the closes you will get to the History, Technique, and Color & Patterns in the art of Fair Isle Knitting.
This book is more than just patterns; yet there are some classics of socks, gloves, mittens, scarves, and mostly swatters. The real worth that makes this book stand out from the others is the history with pictures in monochrome and color.
You may have to learn a few new terms:
Needles = Wires
Cast On = Lay on
Stitch = Loop
A few of the garments also have different names. But their purpose is unmistakable.
This book besides being practical is a great addition to any library.
29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is the book that anyone interested in Fair Isle knitting dreams of. The explanations on technique are very good, with very useful ideas. The section on colour is excellent. The only slight criticism, and it is only slight the instructions given for the garment patterns are slighty vague at times, and in one case a bit misleading, but with a modicum of commonsense can be worked out
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was very pleasantly surprised by this gem of a book. It has much more content than I anticipated. The history of Fair Isle Knitting and the section on how to use colours are particularly interesting and well written. Even though the patterns were designed some years ago, they have not dated at all. I've just ordered the yarn to make my first garment!
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fair isle to die for
This book is equally great for absolute beginners or experts. Patterns are easy to follow as charts are colour coded and wools are easily obtainable, not obscure foreign yarns. Read more
Published 20 months ago by knitting fiddler
Looks interesting
Not used this yet but the patterns look very interesting. Looking forward to having a go.
Published on 28 Mar 2010 by Mrs. E. M. Saunders
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This book is amazing., tis true I am a reasonably experienced knitter, but, I'm perfectly sure with a bit of concentration and a little common sense plus a tad of knitting knowhow... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2010 by Mrs. Ca Daniels
formidable exposition of knitting lore
When, as a naive young knitting-ingenue, I bought this book, I did not realize what a veritable corncopia of woollen joys awaited my delectation. Read more
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