Alice starmore aran knitting book

As an author she is best known for her widelyread alice starmore s book of fair isle knitting, a guide to the complex technique of knitting. Dover has previously published her acclaimed aran knitting, the classic book of fair isle knitting, which introduced americans to the popular traditional technique, and the recent paperback edition of tudor roses. Alice starmore has a number of nice stitch patterns in the book that are also listed in numerous other knitting stitch books the big book of knitting, the harmony guide to knitting stitches vol. It is a lovely book and lives up to the high expectations raised about alice starmore designs on the knitting. Aran knitting also offers 14 original designs by the author, with complete instructions and charts. A lifelong resident of the island that inspired the style, starmore examines the historical background of. Part of its founding philosophy was a line written by robert burns. Alice starmore looks to historical female figures of the tudor dynasty as inspiration for her stunning knitwear, and her modernization of traditional fair isle and aran patterns has created a sensation in the knitting.

In this guide, she presents a fascinating history the definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition, this highly sought after book returns to print after a decades absence in a. Thank god dover and alice starmore republished this book. A wealth of hand knitting kits by alice starmore and. The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition by alice starmore. This volume of tudor roses presents new and reimagined garments based on the original tudor roses published in 1998. Aran knitting, expanded edition starmore, alice on. Stepbystep instructions, photos and drawings lead readers through 60 charted patterns that progress from the basic concepts of using a cable needle to the myriad variations of aran technique.

The damsel fly costume by alice starmore from the book. The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition, this highly sought after book returns to print after a decades absence in. The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition, this highly sought after book returns to print after a. Also included are nine of her original classic aran knitting designs. Packed with color and design, this significant book presents a complete. Though we each worked separately on our textile designs, we worked closely together to create the content of this book. The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran trad. Includes 14 original alice starmore designs, and celtic knotwork. Dover has previously published her acclaimed aran knitting, the classic book of fair isle knitting, which introduced americans to the popular traditional technique, and the recent paperback edition of tudor.

He also left behind daughters, but they do not concern us. Dover had a sale so i bought the two republished alice starmore books. These books revealed how techniques are not set in stone and can be used as a basis for highly original creativity. My first steeking experience was knitting the wave cardigan from her book of fair isl knitting. In this guide, she presents a fascinating history the definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition, this highly sought after book.

Glamourie is a celebration of my hebridean home and gaelic culture. She was born on the hebridean island of lewis into a family of gaelicspeaking crofterfishermen. I first met her in the 1980s at a tkga convention in milwaukee, wisconsin. I took classes from her at other tkga conventions whenever i could. This book was the result of an exciting collaboration with my daughter jade who is a photographer, textile designer, stylist, writer and illustrator. This pack contains all the yarn required for the maidenhair design from aran knitting in the colour of your choice. Alice starmores book of fair isle knitting 1988 and 2010. Clearly, knitting is a deeply ingrained facet of the culture of scotlands outer hebrides. Packed with color and design, this significant book presents a complete alice starmore workshop in aran knitting. The planned book was a major, multifaceted undertaking a complete stepbystep howto workshop on knitting cables, including a dramatic new step. I believe this is the only alice starmore book that is still in print.

Books such as fair isle knitting, aran knitting and fishermens sweaters, were landmark publications that brought traditional forms firmly into the realm of modernity. The definitive guide to the everpopular irish aran sweater, starmore s highly sought after book returns in a revised and expanded version. Also included are nine of her original classic aran knitting designs, and six of her unique celtic knotwork designs. This 1998, 2009 edition, of alice starmores book of fair isle knitting has a soft cover. Alice starmore is one of our greatest handknit designers, with more.

Aran knitting, 1997, interweave press, usa aran knitting. It is a lovely knit, lightweight and soft, and since it is just stockinette, it is pretty mindless. Aran knitting by alice starmore and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The only thing i have to watch out for is that i dont miss one of the 3 strands as i knit. Maidenhair shawl virtual yarns alice starmore yarns. Alice starmore is a scottish artist, designer and author whose textile books are in use throughout the world.

Twisted stitches and curving linescreate a subtle and elegant sweater. The author of many knitting classics, alice starmore is internationally renowned as a knitwear designer and an expert on knitting technique. This beautiful design was inspired by native american. In this guide, she presents a fascinating history of aran knitting. The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the irish aran tradition, this highly sought after book returns to print after a decades absence in a revised and expanded version. The windfall press is a scottish family business, small in stature but massive in inspiration, consisting of me, my husband graham and our daughter jade. It is one of the classic aran knitting books and required for any serious knitting library. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Aran knitting dover knitting, crochet, tatting, lace. The author of many knitting classics, alice starmore is internationally renowned as a knitwear designer and an expert on knitting. An exclusive dover interview alice starmore has a fascinating tale to tell. Alice starmore aran knitting book printed 2010 paperback 8 12 x 11 new condition 215 pages 15 designs dover publications, inc.

Alice starmore is internationally renowned as a knitwear designer and an expert on knitting technique. Alice starmores book of fair isle knitting, 1988, taunton press, usa new edition 2009, dover publications, usa also published as the fair isle knitting handbook, 1990, blandford books, uk. A large part of my work is in the commercial field, producing designs in knitting and needlework for the enjoyment of knitters and stitchers throughout the world. You will require a copy of aran knitting 2010 edition to make this design, the aran knitting book. Knitting books that have become famous standard texts, reflecting alice starmores worldrenowned expertise in traditional hand knitting techniques. Walker, the complete book of knitting by barbara abbey, to. I took a class from her and was immediately enchanted. She has established an international reputation as a leading expert on knitting. Crochet poncho patterns crochet shawl stitch patterns knitting patterns knitting ideas native american songs native american design hippie crochet geometric lines.