Click on thumbnail for enlarged image, description and cost. (Netscape viewers - click on a thumbnail to close pop up window.)Hardanger embroidery is a hand technique originating from Norway. It involves satin stitch, cut and drawn threads and woven bars done on evenweave fabric to produce a textured yet airy effect that is unique. Built up in simple steps, it is much easier than the final elaborate effect would suggest!PATCH FLORA - HARDANGER EMBROIDERY KITS, DESIGN & BOOKS
Unless specified otherwise, KITS are worked in traditional ecru colour and contain: Zweigart 18-count Davosa fabric, Anchor perle embroidery thread, detailed stitching chart, order of working, illustrated instructions for the stitches used, helpful tips, needle and colour photograph of a worked example.
CUSHION KITS also contain extra thread for making a matching cord, a zip and plain, 100% cotton fabric (colour choice: grass green, wine, beige, cream, pale blue, navy, red) for underlaying the front to highlight open work and to back the cushion.
CARD KITS also contain a card blank approx. 13 cm x 13 cm (5 in x 5 in) with a square aperture approx. 7 cm x 7 cm (3 in x 3 in) and envelope. There is a choice of cream, navy, red or green card surround (please specify first and second choice when ordering), teamed up with a suitable coloured underlay. Ideal as an inexpensive try at Hardanger or as a small gift.