The World's Softest Wool Comes From This Remote Isle

Mati Ventrillion, a crafter from Fair Isle, Scotland, explains the process of creating Fair Isle garments. The video covers the origins of Fair Isle knitting, the care and shearing of sheep, and the processing of wool into yarn. Mati details the design and knitting stages, including the use of a flatbed knitting machine and techniques like grafting. The video concludes with the finishing touches on garments and the importance of preserving the island's knitting heritage.

What steps are involved in the knitting process of a Fair Isle garment?

How is the finishing process of a knitted garment carried out?

What does the speaker feel about continuing the tradition of Fair Isle knitting?