Fair Isle Knitting

In English, 176 pages

Authors: Monica Russel

The definitive book for learning Fair Isle knitting by expert knitter, teacher, and founder of The Knit Knacks, Monica Russell, with 60 pattern samples and beautiful hands-on projects to test your new skills.

Fair Isle knitting has timeless appeal and is celebrated around the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive designs. Using just two colors in each row, you can create a myriad of different designs that are deceptively easy to make. In this definitive guide, expert knitter and bestselling author Monica Russell teaches you the essential skills of this traditional coloring technique and provides all the inspiration you need to create stunning Fair Isle patterns.

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 with knitting.
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 plenty of colorful examples.
A superb collection of pattern samples provides inspiration and instructions for over 60 borders, patterns and designs, all accompanied by a written pattern, a chart and examples in various colours.
To practice your new skills, there are 11 complete projects, ranging from a simple hat, cushion and bag to a shawl, sweater, socks and a child's dress.