Early Style Hardanger
Early Style Hardanger by Yvette Stanton, published by Vetty Creations in 2016, offers a detailed exploration of a distinctive form of embroidery that is rarely seen outside of Norway. This 160-page book presents the historical style of Hardanger, traditionally used in the women’s clothing of the Hardangerfjord region, and aims to replicate the needlemade lace from the 1600s and 1700s. Readers will find clear instructions from whitework specialist Yvette Stanton, guiding them through the process of creating their own traditional Norwegian whitework embroideries.
The book features ten varied projects that include contemporary applications such as a blouse with embroidered cuffs and collar, soft furnishings, table linen, and small gift items. In addition to project instructions, Early Style Hardanger provides historical and cultural context, enriched with numerous photographs of historical examples. This edition serves as a resource for those interested in crafts and hobbies, particularly in the realm of embroidery, and highlights the unique characteristics that set early-style Hardanger apart from its contemporary counterpart.
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Early-style Hardanger is not often seen outside of Norway, but is quite distinct from contemporary Hardanger. This historical style of embroidery has traditionally been used on the women’s clothing in the Hardangerfjord region, and was designed to imitate needlemade lace of the 1600s and 1700s. Feel the satisfaction and sense of accomplishment of making your own traditional-style Norwegian whitework embroideries using whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton’s clear instructions. There are 10 varied projects with a range of contemporary applications, including a blouse with embroidered cuffs and collar, soft furnishings for the home, table linen, and small articles suitable to give as gifts. You will discover what makes early-style Hardanger different from contemporary Hardanger. The historical and cultural information, including many photos of historical examples of Hardanger, helps to place the embroidery within its cultural context.
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