An edited bindup of the two popular books from Gina Marion, Creative Hardanger and Decorative Designs in Hardanger. This one volume contains all the hardanger you need to know. Stitches, techniques, and over 50 stunning projects with many designs using coloured fabrics and threads. Some projects are embellished with beads and metallic threads. Now in one volume, Classic Hardanger will answer the need of any embroiderer interested in this style of embroidery.
Hardanger embroidery, which originated centuries ago in Scandinavia, has a rich and fascinating tradition. Its eight-pointed star is a universal symbol found in embroidery as far away as India. Gathered in this volume are all the hardanger stitches, techniques, and designs any embroiderer could wish for, along with 50 stunning projects.