Knitting from the British Islands

Publication date January 1, 1983

Knitting from the British Islands: 30 Original Designs from Traditional Patterns
Provides patterns and directions for making traditional sweaters, cardigans, skirts, hats, blouses, dresses, and jackets

Quoted from the back of the book:
“A book of new, exclusive knitting patterns for all the family, inspired by traditional designs from the British coastline.
From Arans with their ancient Celtic symbols to intricate Fair Isles to fishermen’s gansys, hand knitting has flourished in Britain for hundreds of years, and is a favorite of modern fashion.
Alice Starmore and Anne Matheson are sisters who grew up in the Outer Hebrides and have strong family links with the Scottish knitting heritage. For this book they have designed an exciting range of beautiful clothes – sweaters, dresses, jackets and much more. Taking traditional designs as their starting point they then interpret them in imaginative and inspiring new ways.

There is a rich variety of patterns to make based on all the major styles of British knitting including gansys, Fair Isle, Aran and Shetland Lace. Each one is illustrated in color or black and white and has complete instructions and charts. Alice Starmore’s text explains how the different knitting traditions developed – and the patterns themselves are excellent proof of how they continue to survive.”

by Alice Starmore (Author), Anne Matheson (Author)

Type PDF Size 17 MB
Print length 125 pages
Language English