I have portrayed it in knitting, using my hebridean 3 ply yarn patterns based on double cables. Brigid is from alice starmores aran knitting, a book which is sadly outofprint. In this guide, she presents a fascinating history of aran knitting and an analysis of the traditional style, in addition to a complete workshop in technique, pattern, and design. Free aran knitting patterns lovecrafts, loveknittings. Knitting books, the celtic collection by alice starmore knitting patterns 25 designs for how to knit sweaters cardigans jackets adult child bestvaluebooks. Aran knitting, 1997, interweave press, usa aran knitting. Brigid shawl from alice staremores aran knitting this guy turned alice starmore s st. She has established an international reputation as. In using a knitting belt, alice talks a little about the history of this useful piece of equipment which she was taught to use by her herring girl aunties, demonstrates how to use it while walking and goes into detail on the construction, suggesting how you can make your own. We have a more unusual video tutorial up on the website. Brownie pattern by patricia roberts cable knitting patterns. Na craga is the aran name for the limestone rockscape that i walked over to reach the black fort.
Packed with color and design, this significant new book presents a complete alice starmore workshop in aran knitting. I dont knit and would love to receive this by a wonderfully skilled knitter. Celtic aran afghan cable knit afghan aran afghan pdf. Alice starmores most popular book is alice starmores book of fair isle knitting. New and expanded edition, published by dover inc 2010. These books revealed how techniques are not set in stone and can be used as a basis for highly original creativity. M7099 vintage mens aran sweater knitting pattern pdf mens cable jumper crew neck 3246 aran worsted 10ply pdf instant download please note. Na craga is an ideal introduction to cables for the beginner aran knitter. Books by alice starmore author of alice starmores book. The taxonomy of sweater structures and their origins. Brigid shawl from alice staremores aran knitting this guy turned alice starmores st. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. She was born on the hebridean island of lewis into a family of gaelicspeaking crofterfishermen. Also included are nine of her original classic aran knitting designs, and six of her unique celtic knotwork designs. As an author she is best known for her widelyread alice starmores book of fair isle knitting, a guide to the complex technique of knitting pullovers and other items using a palette of five colours, on which she is an. 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 world. An exclusive dover interview alice starmore has a fascinating tale to tell. Through garment design, starmore and her daughter jade tell the stories of fourteen women connected with the tudor dynasty. Aran knitting, 2010, 214 pages, alice starmore, 0486478424. Aran knitting virtual yarns home of alice starmore. As an author she is best known for her widelyread alice starmores book of fair isle knitting, a guide to the complex technique of knitting pullovers and other items using a palette of five colours, on which she is an acknowledged expert. Part of its founding philosophy was a line written by robert burns. Aran knitting by alice starmore, dover publications.
You will require a copy of aran knitting 2010 edition for the pattern instructions, the aran knitting book is available for purchase here. An acclaimed textile designer, author, artist, and photographer, alice starmore is a native of scotlands isle of lewis. Shorelines knitting pattern by rita taylor knitting. If youve ever wanted to create your own, unique version of this knitting trasition, this is the book for you.
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Alice starmore nee alice matheson is a professional needleworker, photographer and author of books on needlework, born in stornoway, western isles, scotland. A list of potential substitutes, if you cant get hold of virtual yarns bainin, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. Aran knitting outlander knitting, irish knitting, knitting. Check out our resources for adapting to these times.
Okay, if youre a knitter with an interest in traditional techniques, id be beyond shocked if youd not heard of starmore. Alice starmore is a scottish artist, designer and author whose textile books are in use throughout the world. Aran sweatersthose heavilytextured cabled sweaters which originated off the coast of irelandare delightful to look at and interesting to knit. Alice starmore has 18 books on goodreads with 5021 ratings. Stepbystep instructions, photos, and drawings lead readers through 60 charted patterns that progress from the basic concept of using a cable needle to the myriad variations of aran technique. Aran knitting alice starmore the epitome of fine knitting. Pdf knitting pattern for aran cabled suit with a choice of 2 styles of cardigans. She has written 16 books and countless magazine articles.
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Starmore has taught and lectured extensively throughout britain, europe, and the united states. Photograph reprinted with the permission from alice starmore aran knitting. Walker, the complete book of knitting by barbara abbey, to. Brownie pattern by patricia roberts cable knitting. Alice starmores definitive explanation of an irish aran sweater and its development is surprising and fascinating. This pack contains all the yarn required to make the na craga design from aran knitting in your chosen size. Fair isle aran sweater knitting pattern pdf for mens and womens 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44 and 46 inch chest, vintage aran knitting patterns.
Lets not forget the iconic aran jumper, perfect for wrapping up on cold blustery days. This thesis focuses solely on the construction of the hand knit sweater. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the. I designed these knotwork panels for maximum dramatic effect.