Scottish designer Alice Starmore is renowned for her stranded colourwork designs, and in this book, originally published in 1988, she generously shares with the reader everything she knows on the topic. From the history of the techniques, its rules (and when to break them), a stitch library, complete patterns and a guide to creating your own designs to a step-by-step illustrated explanation of steeking (cutting your knitting!)
Full colour photos of historic museum pieces, modern designs and inspiring landscapes from the Scottish isles abound. Don't miss the chance ot add this to your library - you will consult it for the rest of your knitting life!
200 pgs.
Softcover
8.5 x 11"
