The Complete Book of Traditional Aran Knitting

The Complete Book of Traditional Aran Knitting
Author: Shelagh Hollingworth
Publisher: B T Batsford Limited
Total Pages: 144
Release: 1982-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780713425703

Collects patterns for knitting shirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, and other clothes in the style of the Aran Islands

Traditional Aran Knitting

Traditional Aran Knitting
Author: Shelagh Hollingworth
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2006-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 048644807X

Known and prized around the world in the form of the "Irish fisherman's sweater," Aran knitting originated generations ago in the chilly, windswept islands of Galway Bay. The seafaring Aran Islanders developed a distinctive method of crafting heavy wool into snug garments resistant to the stormiest weather. These clothes also happen to be extremely stylish, with distinctive, highly textured patterns of cables and ropes. Suitable for novices to the Aran style as well as for experienced knitters, this guide offers start-to-finish advice. More than 20 patterns, illustrated by 117 close-up photographs, include: • Traditional fisherman's sweater • Family sweater, with round, polo, or V-neck • Cardigans • Jackets and coats • Hat, mittens, and scarf set • Cushion covers

Aran Knitting

Aran Knitting
Author: Alice Starmore
Publisher: Dover Crafts: Knitting
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780486478425

Revised, expanded edition of expert guide encompasses a history of Aran knitting; complete workshop in technique and design; 60 charted patterns for the original 14 designs, many reknit in contemporary yarns; including a new design. Color photographs.

Patterns for Guernseys, Jerseys & Arans

Patterns for Guernseys, Jerseys & Arans
Author: Gladys Thompson
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2013-07-24
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 048631720X

Fully illustrated guide features 82 patterns for traditional fishermen's sweaters. Collected from sources throughout the British Isles, these sweaters and cardigans for men and women range from lightweight jerseys to heavier guernseys.

Contemporary Irish Knits

Contemporary Irish Knits
Author: Carol Feller
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2012-02-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1118295358

Celebrate the Irish countryside and create one-of-a-kind knitted projects The patterns found in Contemporary Irish Knits showcase traditional Aran knitting patterns to create the more fitted and flattering shapes that modern knitters prefer. You'll get 18 patterns for making one-of-a-kind Irish knits, encapsulating projects for women's, children, and men's wardrobe pieces, and accessories like bags, blankets, and shawls. Plus, you'll get easy-to-follow instructions and guidance on how to construct and enhance your knitting experience to make for a more intuitively put-together knitted item. This all-new collection is exactly what today's knitter is looking for, and complemented by inspiring design and photography. If you're a knitter looking for innovative patterns, enhancements to your skill sets, and a chance to broaden your range of knitterly knowledge, Contemporary Irish Knits is for you. It features: contemporary Irish designs created using traditional techniques and stitch patterns implemented in new ways; a broad range of projects; guidance on working with different construction methods; and much more. Features an elegant design and 18 enjoyable-to-knit, one-of-a-kind patterns Patterns are just challenging enough to be fun to knit All projects are thoughtfully designed for a beautiful finished project Whether you're an intermediate or advanced knitter, Contemporary Irish Knits gives you the skills, projects, and know-how to create truly gorgeous knitted pieces that celebrate Ireland's living knitted tradition with a modern, contemporary twist.

Knitting from the Netherlands

Knitting from the Netherlands
Author: Henriette van der Klift-Tellegen
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1985
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780937274170

Patterns for forty classic Dutch fishermen's sweaters are accompanied by vintage photographs and stories about the sweaters and the lives of the people who made and wore them

Traditional Island Knitting

Traditional Island Knitting
Author: Pam Dawson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998-04
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9780855328733

This classic collection of designs for men a nd women features colourful Fair Isles, hardwearing Arans an d Guernseys, delicate Shetlands together with garments from Iceland and the Falklands. Island folklore and customs are e xplored. '

Classic Knits for Kids

Classic Knits for Kids
Author: Debbie Bliss
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995-09
Genre: Children's clothing
ISBN: 9781570760266

In this delightful book, best-selling author Debbie Bliss presents 30 classic knitwear designs for children from birth to six years.

Irish Knitting

Irish Knitting
Author: Rohana Darlington
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 143
Release: 1991
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780713633399

"Rohana Darlington's unusual and fascinating story of her search for the origins of Aran knitting inspired this collection of designs. The obscure history of this complex craft, previously thought to be impossible to trace, became an irresistible challenge. The author investigated the general development of textiles in Ireland and eventually her painstaking enquiries led her to an important discovery about the history of Aran knitting." "This book contains twenty-four original hand-knitted designs which reflect Ireland's artistic and cultural heritage. The inspiration for the garments originates from a variety of rich sources, such as the Tara Brooch, the Book of Kells, lace making, an old school sampler and the Galway Races." "The designs include garments for men, women and children, and even a bedspread created from a nineteenth century pattern. They range from easy to knit to the more demanding and use a variety of yarns to suit every season or occasion. Each design has a short historical introduction, comprehensive knitting instructions, colour photographs of the garment, line illustrations, colour charts and the inspirational source behind each pattern."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved