Inspired by Islay - Kate Davies

Inspired by Islay
 by Kate Davies
 Language: English
 In this collection, Kate takes inspiration from Islay's landscape to create twelve new designs.
 The designs are arranged in four "stories", each of which tells about a different island area.
 With roots in Islay's distinctive history and culture, Kate's designs show the wealth the island offers, from the archaeological legacy of the Lords of the Isles to the poetry and song of the Islay bards.
 In addition to Kate's samples, this book brings together beautiful photographs of Islay by Tom Barr with essays by four contributors who share their diverse local expertise.
 Gordon Yates introduces Islays wildlife, Anna MacQuarrie explores the important legacy of Gaelic in the island landscape. Jane Hunter explores Islay's geology through the fascinating medium of tweed and various knitting techniques, while Susan Campbell tells us more about the island's handicrafts.
 Open the pages of this beautiful book and join Kate on a trip to the Scottish Hebrides.