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Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting (Dover Crafts: Knitting),Used
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Scotland's Fair Isle is celebrated the world over for its distinctive, strandedcolor knitting, and Alice Starmore is famous for her expertise in designing and instructing knitters in this appealing regional tradition. Starmore's richly illustrated guide offers both beginning and advanced knitters a complete workshop in the Fair Isle style. It not only explores the art's history, patterns, and traditional techniques but also encourages knitters to develop their own creativity.Starmore explains the traditional Fair Isle techniques of circular knitting and presents detailed tutorials on incorporating classic motifs, exploring color schemes, and creating unique patterns and designs. She shares fourteen of her own original designs, including patterns for cardigans, vests, fishermen's sweaters, hats, gloves, and mittens. More than 250 photographs, drawings, and easytofollow charts illustrate sources of inspiration, simple instructions, and spectacular results. Knitting devotees agree: If you have only one book of Fair Isle patterns, this is the one to have!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting? A: The book focuses on the distinctive stranded-color knitting technique of Fair Isle, offering guidance for both beginner and advanced knitters.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting contains 208 pages.
- Q: Does this book include patterns for specific garments? A: Yes, the book features fourteen original designs, including patterns for cardigans, vests, sweaters, hats, gloves, and mittens.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of this knitting book? A: The author of the book is Alice Starmore, known for her expertise in Fair Isle knitting.
- Q: When was Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting published? A: The book was published on August 21, 2009.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes more than 250 photographs, drawings, and charts that illustrate techniques and designs.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed for both beginners and advanced knitters, providing tutorials and techniques that cater to different skill levels.
- Q: What techniques are covered in the book? A: The book covers traditional Fair Isle techniques, including circular knitting, color schemes, and creating unique patterns.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the Green edition of Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting.