Explore the color-rich world of knitting with 200 Fair Isle Motifs.
The mysteries of Fair Isle knitting are revealed! 200 Fair Isle Motifs offers simple solutions to the seemingly complex technique of stranded colorwork. By using the easy-to-read charts, columns to illustrate color changes, and clear photographs of each sample swatch, you'll find yourself creating beautiful Fair Isle designs in no time. Mary Jane Mucklestone offers expert tips on choosing colors, helping you decide which colors to choose in any knitted colorwork design. Organized by row and stitch count, it's easy to find the perfect motif for a project.
Each swatch is accompanied by a large, detailed photograph of the knitted sample, a color guide to the yarns used, a traditional black and white chart for experienced knitters, and easy-to-read color-accurate chart for the swatch, and color variations.
Confidently infuse colorwork into your knitted creations with 200 Fair Isle Motifs.
Introduction
How to Use This Book
The Basics
The Directory
Using Color
Using The Patterns
Finishing Techniques
Index, Resources, and Credits
Mary Jane Mucklestone is a hand knitting designer who likes the process of knitting as much as the end product that she creates. She is known for her colorful and inventive Fair Isle and colorwork designs, which have been featured in Interweave Knits as well as an impressive assortment of other books and publications.