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Deck the halls with crochet ornaments. This pattern will show you how to crochet a Fair Isle style snowflake on Christmas tree ornaments. Snowflake Keyhole Scarf by A Crocheted Simplicity ...
A couple with a traditional Fair Isle pattern sweater on a board, Fair Isle, Shetland Islands, Scotland, June 1970.
The typical Fair Isle knit follows an ‘OXO’ pattern, where a geometric ‘O’ is followed by an ‘X’ and repeated throughout the garment. Some knitters fill the ‘O’ shape with symbols ...
Photographer Chris Morphet travelled to Fair Isle 50 years ago to document designs which are still influencing fashion.
Fair Isle boom leaves islanders out in the cold Knitters seek protection for patterns that have taken high street by storm.
An internationally renowned research centre has been destroyed by fire. The observatory on Fair Isle was known for its work on seabirds and bird migration patterns. Hundreds of visitors a year are ...
The geometric Fair Isle pattern across the yoke and cuff adds a touch of heritage-inspired elegance to your winter wardrobe.
A couple with a traditional Fair Isle pattern sweater on a board, Fair Isle, Shetland Islands, Scotland, June 1970.