Fair Isle Knitting by Kaze Kobo Kaze Kobo, Shigeki Nakajima, Nobuhiko Honma - Japanese Craft Book

Release Date: December 26, 2017
Language: Japanese
Length: 144 pages

This is the first Fair Isle knitting book using Shetland yarn from Kaze Kobo, a company renowned for its traditional knitwear. Employing authentic techniques from the Shetland Islands in northern Scotland, this book reveals the ultimate technique for maximizing the joy of knitting patterns by creating a "steek" cut allowance and knitting while looking only at the front. The technique of cutting open the knitted fabric with scissors to create sweaters and vests allows you to fully appreciate the depth of knitting.

Packed with techniques unique to Kaze Kobo, mastered through numerous visits to the region, this luxurious book is a must-have for fans. It features large, easy-to-understand process explanations and numerous full-color accessories and apparel in three sizes, making it a must-have keepsake edition.