Situated far to the north of the Scottish mainland, the Shetlands are famous for their vibrant Fair Isle knitting. In this definitive guide, Sheila McGregor shares a treasury of designs, featuring more than 70 pages of charted Fair Isle patterns that can be used for mittens, jerseys, jackets, and hats. In addition, its practical advice on designing garments and using color offers valuable assistance to knitters who wish to create their own patterns. Long out of print, this volume is well known as the best source of authentic Fair Isle patterns, and its republication now offers a new generation of knitters the same inspiration!