Learn To Fair Isle Crochet

Intimidated by knitting with all the colors needed to create a beautiful Fair Isle pattern? Now you can get the look of colorwork knitting with the ease of Tunisian crochet!

Fair Isle is a traditional knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colors, and this book teaches crocheters this wonderful art of color change. Intermediate crocheters will follow color-coded charts as they learn to use a single crochet and carry behind or work over the yarn. The seven projects are explained with easy-to-follow instructions and are made using three to five different colored DK, chunky, or medium worsted-weight yarns. The designs include fingerless gloves, a cowl, a hat, a purse, leg warmers, a pocket shawl, and a scarf.

15 beautiful, contemporary Fair Isle crochet projects to make for the home. This beautiful pattern book is for crochet enthusiasts who want to go one step further. Fair isle is a well-known knitting technique, but can also be used for crochet. The Fair Isle crochet technique is explained in the first part, followed by 15 home decorations in the second part. These home accessories are made in a lovely vintage style and have geometric patterns and black and white as their base colours. From blankets and pillows, from ottomans to hip plant baskets, there are lots of gorgeous projects to make. The crochet patterns are accompanied by clear colour charts and beautiful photographs of the finished projects.

Traditional Fair Isle knitting and design skills were originally handed down from one Shetland generation to the next, with each new generation of knitters experimenting, adapting and extending the repertoire of patterns to develop the Fair Isle knitting we see today. Fair Isle knitting is fascinating - only two colours are used in any single row - yet the patterns and colours chosen combine to create something that is more than the sum of its parts. The distinctive combination of colours and patterns, ranging from the simple to the highly intricate, continues to inspire knitters worldwide. This beautifully illustrated book includes the development of Fair Isle knitting; a collection of Fair Isle patterns and motifs; exercises to develop a sense of colour and apply colour theory to Fair Isle knitting and a detailed step-by-step guide for the techniques used in Fair Isle knitting. Five original designs, with further ideas for their modification and development are included too as well as guidance on adapting and designing Fair Isle projects of your own.

Fair Isle isn't just for knitters! When you crochet these five afghans, you ll easily get the same richly detailed look as knitted Fair Isle designs. It's as simple as using single crochet stitches and following our full-color stitch charts! The Southwest Warmth afghan offers muted sunset colors and is a perfect gift for a man. The Girl's Cozy Afghan is a vivid palette that includes purple and pink. The boys in the house will enjoy the Kid's Winter Warmer in orange, yellow, blue, and green. For babies, there is a soft flurry of snowflakes or a shower of sweet hearts. 5 crochet designs by Karen Ratto Whooley for Intermediate skill level, using medium weight yarn for 3 designs and light weight for the 2 baby designs.

Box Set: The Complete Guide on Learning How to Crochet from Beginner to Expert Learn the Basic from Reading Patterns, Corner 2 Corner Technique, Ripple and Wave Technique, Intarsia Crochet, Fair Isle Crochet, Tapestry Crochet, Filet Crochet and Broomstick Lace Hello and thank you for purchasing this Box Set on How to Crochet. Together we will learn the basic stitches and techniques used in the art of crochet. We'll also learn about the hooks and equipment you need to start out and all about yarn and its various uses. Next we'll pick up hook and yarn and get started on some basic projects. My goal for this book is to spark a love of crochet in you and help you get started on this popular and timeless fiber art. We will also explore how to read charts and graphs, different types of colorworks, and I will share tips on designing your own patterns. These are important skills for an expert crocheter because if you know how to read and work charts and graphs you open up an entire new world of patterns for you to explore. We will also learn some exciting expert techniques such as Filet. I hope this volume, Expert Crochet, will encourage you and sparks your creativity to reach an even higher level of crochet skills.

A perfect gift for beginning knitters to sew up some amazing crafting skills. Fair Isle knitting may look complicated, but knitting expert Lynne Watterson lays out the basics in a way that is easy to follow and understand with The Very Easy Guide to Fair Isle Knitting. She starts with an overview that covers everything from the best types of yarn suitable for Fair Isle patterns to beginner knitting techniques. Also included is a primer on how to read Fair Isle charts, plus an illustrated step-by-step guide to Fair Isle knitting showing complete beginners how to hold the yarns, strand across the back of knitting, link colors in, and how to weave in ends. The main chapters feature a selection of beautiful Fair Isle stitch patterns. Each pattern contains clear instructions in both written and chart form, and these are cross-referenced to a comprehensive guide to abbreviations. A variety of simple, stylish projects included in each chapter demonstrates ways to use the beautifully shaded Fair Isle patterns—from chic accessories and the latest fashion looks to colorful cushion covers and cozy blankets. Bonus material offers a variety of stunning finishing touches that can be used to enhance your knitting—including beads, buttons, tassels, cords, fringe, and more.