200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory
200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory
By Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher: Interweave Books
www.interweave.com
ISBN: 1596684372
Reviewed by Caitlin Kavanaugh, Editor of AllFreeKnitting.com
Get ready to dive into the colorful world of Fair Isle knitting with this collection of 200 motifs. Inside you'll learn simple solutions to the complex designs featured in fair isle. If you've always been afraid of this type of knitting, don't be. Author Mary Jane Mucklestone includes designs in easy-to-read charts, expert tips on how to select the proper colors, and more.
Besides instructions for blocking and finishing, this book is also great for new knitters in general, as it includes instructions for casting on and how to hold your yarn. Soon you'll be knitting to your heart's content, With 200 motifs to choose from, you'll be able to make a variety of knit garments for everyone in your family.
If you've been knitting for years but have never attempted Fair Isle, this is a great way to spice up your work. There are so many possible color combinations, you can create a custom garment for every season.
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KnittingTherapy201 6
Dec 22, 2016
These is a style that never seems to bore you, even dough Im not familiar with the technique and it does seem a bit hard to keep all those colors and pattern straight, the fact is that its a classic style. Can anyone give me feedback as to how hard can it be to begin working Fair Isle? or maybe point a beginners pattern for this style where I can maybe learn the technique.
Sassified
Mar 15, 2013
I would love to try FI knitting. All of these designs are works of art!
Sassified
Mar 15, 2013
I would love to try FI knitting. All of these designs are works of art!
Sassified
Mar 15, 2013
I would love to try FI knitting. All of these designs are works of art!
laianna 2044698
May 17, 2012
Never knitted FairIsle before but am inspired to try! Thank you xxxx
craftygrandma56
May 10, 2012
I have been considering trying to learn Fair Isle as it was my mom's favorite and I have many beautiful sweaters made by her in Fair Isle. I would like to make my grandchildren sweaters in Fair Isle so one day they can say the same!
Gardener01
Apr 13, 2012
There are so many gorgeous patterns taht it is hard to choose which one to start with. Very detailed book with great patterns and tips.
mazbp
Mar 18, 2012
I feel cheated by the fact that although I have been a loyal user of this site for quite awhile, because I do not live in the U.S.A. I cannot partake in any of the competitions. The competition I am referring to is to receive a copy of the knitting book "200 Fair Isle Motifs". Why, when I can download patterns & information of items this information is freely available but to be a partaker of a competition I am barred as I live in Australia. You put on your site places to buy things from that are here in Australia but we cannot participate in any competitions you may be holding. This does not seem fair. Yours M Bryant-Parsons, Victoria, Australia
editorKS
Mar 19, 2012
Hi, M Bryant-Parsons. Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for this inconvenience. Unfortunately, our sponsors are often limited to offer a sweepstakes only to USA and/or Canadian residents in order to comply with the advice of their legal counsel. Please understand that AllFreeKnitting.com does not set these rules; they are typically set by the company giving away the product or service. We do hope you enjoy all of our knitting patterns. Thank you! --Editors of AllFreeKnitting
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