200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory

200 Fair Isle Motifs: A Knitter's Directory
By Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher: Interweave Books
www.interweave.com
ISBN: 1596684372

Reviewed by Caitlin Kavanaugh, Editor of AllFreeKnitting.com

Get ready to dive into the colorful world of Fair Isle knitting with this collection of 200 motifs. Inside you'll learn simple solutions to the complex designs featured in fair isle. If you've always been afraid of this type of knitting, don't be. Author Mary Jane Mucklestone includes designs in easy-to-read charts, expert tips on how to select the proper colors and more.

Besides instructions for blocking and finishing, this book is also great for new knitters in general, as it includes instructions for casting on and how to hold your yarn. Soon you'll be knitting to your heart's content and with 200 motifs to choose from, you'll be able to make a variety of knit garments for everyone in your family.

If you've been knitting for years but have never attempted Fair Isle, this is a great way to spice up your work. There are so many possible color combinations, you can create a custom garment for every season.