Nordic Hands
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Förlag | Schiffer Publishing |
Genre | Sömnad och handarbete |
Format | Inbunden |
Språk | Engelska |
Antal sidor | 192 |
Vikt | 980 gr |
Utgiven | 2023-11-28 |
ISBN | 9780764366918 |
An abundance of step-by-step fiber art projects to bring Scandinavian style to life in your home.<br /><br />This adventure meets the needs of two passionate audiences: fiber artists and Nordic craft enthusiasts. By exploring the cultures and traditions behind the charm of these crafts, fans can enjoy extra-meaningful making.<br /><br />Step 1: Vivid photos and spirited text explain the values and beliefs core to Scandinavian life—nature, community, craftsmanship, and sustainability.<br /><br />Step 2: For each value, create 4 to 7 thoughtfully designed fiber art projects featuring knitting, felting, and weaving.<br /><br />• Each project's difficulty level is marked (beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate)<br /><br />• Author is editor emerita of Handwoven, the largest-circulation fiber arts magazine<br /><br />• Projects by respected designers including Becky Ashenden, Laura Berlage, Sara Bixler, Susan J. Foulkes, Lisa Hill, Tom Knisely, Jan Mostrom, and John Mullarkey, to name just a few<br /><br />The 25 projects include these and more:<br /><br />Nature<br />• Nordic Summer and Winter Knitted Throw<br />• Felted Telemark Bouquet<br />Community<br />• Rustic Linen Placemats<br />• Monk’s Belt Towels of Welcome<br />Craftsmanship<br />• Knitted Sølje Curtains to Celebrate the Sun<br />• A Nordic Sweater for Your Laptop<br />Sustainability<br />• Rags-to-Riches Rug<br />• Cup Cozies to Go