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Episode 1306 — Fair Isle Style
This episode of Telly Award-winning Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howell is about Fair Isle style. Learn about two-color stranded knitting traditions from around the world and how these techniques influence modern fashion.
How-To:
In this segment, host Vickie Howell discusses Fair Isle technique with author and designer Kirsten Kapur. Learn how to create mitts with an “afterthought” thumb. This technique allows you to continue knitting in Fair Isle, uninterrupted by a thumb gusset.
Space to Space:
Meet Jill Zienlinski of Kniterella, and learn how her knitting-related graphic design work and products influence her colorwork knitting.
How-To:
Knitting and crochet designer Gayle Bunn guides us through the steps of making a traditional Fair Isle sweater. These double-thick, warm garments are found all over the world. Regional variations can be found in Norway, Iceland, Canada, Shetland, and many other locations with cool to cold climates. This sweater features knitted colorwork in bulky yarn.
Tools of the Trade:
Join Tanis Gray and learn about products that will help you master your colorwork knitting.
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