Fair Isle

1. a banded geometrical pattern knitted into garments using variously colored woolen yarns.

2. clothing featuring such a pattern, especially sweaters.

Fair Isle

noun

1. an intricate multicoloured pattern knitted with Shetland wool into various garments, such as sweaters

Word History and Origins

Origin of Fair Isle¹

After Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands where the knitting pattern originated

Word History and Origins

Origin of Fair Isle¹

C19: named after one of the Shetland Islands where the pattern originated

Example Sentences

"I think it could be the most amazing opportunity for the right kind of person coming to Fair Isle," she told the BBC's Good Morning Scotland programme.

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Fair Isle - which is home to about 50 people - is famed for its knitwear as well as its wildlife and bird observatory.

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One of those current Fair Isle residents, Eileen Thomson, believes it could be a great move for someone.

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"The most beautiful little island," is how she describes Fair Isle, which she said was well-known for nature and being one of the best places to spot wildlife.

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Fair Isle is located halfway between the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.

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