“Color by Kristin” celebrates Kristin Nicolas’ bright aesthetic as well as explains color theory and teaches Fair Isle and embroidery techniques. Kristin writes about her color inspirations from nature, art, or found objects in her life. She explains basic color theory concepts, and explains her preference to omit black and white from her designs. She provides clear tutorials on how to Fair Isle knit, how to follow a Fair Isle chart, and how to cut a steek. She also shows how to embroider duplicate stitches onto your Fair Isle knitting to make your designs even more complex and colorful!
Kristin includes 22 patterns of her own in this book, including sweaters for adults and kids, mittens, slippers, shawls, cushions, and a teapot cozy. Additionally, the designer sourcebook chapter gives you all of the tools that you need to design whatever Fair Isle project that you imagine. It’s also easy to become inspired by the edgings and Fair Isle motifs that Kristin provides, and plug them into a custom garment. 22 patterns—172 pages  | Hardcover Retail: $24.95 Item No. 31261