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.
Step 1: Vivid photos and spirited text explain the values and beliefs core to Scandinavian life–nature, community, craftsmanship, and sustainability.
Step 2: For each value, create 4 to 7 thoughtfully designed fiber art projects featuring knitting, felting, and weaving.
– Each project’s difficulty level is marked (beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate)
– Author is editor emerita of Handwoven, the largest-circulation fiber arts magazine
– 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
The 25 projects include these and more:
Nature
– Nordic Summer and Winter Knitted Throw
– Felted Telemark Bouquet
Community
– Rustic Linen Placemats
– Monk’s Belt Towels of Welcome
Craftsmanship
– Knitted S lje Curtains to Celebrate the Sun
– A Nordic Sweater for Your Laptop
Sustainability
– Rags-to-Riches Rug
– Cup Cozies to Go
Author: Anita Osterhaug
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 11/28/2023
Pages: 192
Weight: 2.08lbs
Size: 10.29h x 7.85w x 0.65d
ISBN: 9780764366918
Language: English
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