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Fair Isle Weekend takes you on an exciting trip to Fair Isle, a windswept island in Shetland, famous for its traditional colourwork knitting. During her many trips to Fair Isle, Mary Jane has been fascinated and inspired by the island's rich textile traditions, learning about Fair Isle knitting by looking at old textiles and sharing stories and knowledge around a cup of tea. Now, she has created a gorgeous collection of designs which she would take with her for a weekend trip to Shetland when a carry-on bag is all you take with you.

Details

This hardcover book contains 8 beautiful colourwork patterns ranging from small projects like wristlets to yoked sweaters (2 sweaters, 1 vest, 2 hats, 1 cowl, 1 pair of fingerless mitts, 1 pair of wristlets). 

  • Language: English
  • Hardcover, banner
  • Printed in Latvia

Mary Jane Mucklestone is a knitwear designer, teacher and author who has specialized in Fair Isle knitting, also called stranded knitting. Her work has been featured in publications like Vogue Knitting, Interweave Knits and various books. Mary Jane has a varied background in art and textiles earning a BFA in Printmaking from Pratt Institute, studying fashion at Parsons School of Design and Textiles and Historic Costume at the University of Washington. With her friend Gudrun Jonston, they host popular once in a lifetime trips to Shetland. Fair Isle Weekend will be her fifth book.

Usage & Technology

Our thoughtfully curated collection of books specialises in crafts and slow living, encouraging creativity and cultivating inspiration with every turn of the page.

Shipping & Delivery

New Zealand:

Standard delivery is $10.00 for delivery to most New Zealand addresses.

Additional delivery charges may apply to rural, remote, outer-island or other locations where our courier or freight provider applies a surcharge. Delivery for bulky items may incur extra charges.

Estimated delivery time is 1 – 3 working days from dispatch. Rural deliveries may take longer.

Australia:

Standard delivery is $20.00.

Estimated delivery time is 3 - 10 working days from dispatch. Deliveries for areas outside of major cities or where your item is dutiable or held in customs may take longer.

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Fair Isle Weekend

$65
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