{"title":"Mati Ventrillon","description":"\u003cp\u003eMati Ventrillon's works offer a rich exploration of traditional crafts, with a particular focus on knitting techniques inspired by cultural heritage. Readers can immerse themselves in detailed guides that combine artistic skill with historical context, celebrating the beauty of handmade textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of arts and culture, these books provide both practical instruction and thoughtful insight, making them valuable resources for anyone interested in the intersection of creativity and cultural tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"knitting-from-fair-isle-by-mati-ventrillon-9780857837486","title":"Knitting from Fair Isle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘There are a few new [Fair Isle or Shetland lace] knitting books ... but this is the first one to come out this season and has set the bar high.’ - \u003ci\u003eShiny New Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKnitting from Fair Isle\u003c\/i\u003e by Mati Ventrillon draws inspiration from the traditional technique of creating patterns with multiple colours. This method was first used by the women of Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands, over two centuries ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVentrillon's designs, which have featured on the Chanel catwalk, are inspired by tradition but incorporate her own modern interpretation of colour and pattern arrangement. The book features a variety of garments, including fisherman jumpers with high, crew, and slash necks, a poncho, neck warmer, cowl, long scarf, fingerless gloves, and hand and wrist warmers, as well as the traditional fisherman's hats known as keps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns provide a guide for experimenting with colour and playing with backgrounds. They are accompanied by expert tips on yarns and finishing. Inspirational photography offers a glimpse into life on this most remote of Scottish islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewww.mativentrillon.co.uk Instagram: @fairisle_knitwear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596730220780,"sku":"9780857837486","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780857837486-knitting-from-fair-isle.jpg?v=1777939275"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mati-ventrillon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}