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# Early-Style Hardanger: Traditional Norwegian Whitework Embroidery

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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. The left- and right-handed step-by-step stitch and technique instructions are easy to follow, making it easy to learn. You will learn to avoid problems and have the self-assurance to fix any mistakes you make. Yvette Stanton’s expert instructions will help you on your way to making beautiful early-style Hardanger embroidery.

Review: Beautiful ... Detailed ... Unique! - I am a self-confessed white embroidery addict, so I have been excited to receive my copy of this book. As with all Yvette’s work, Early Style Hardanger is beautifully presented with great attention to detail. The content is in three sections; first the history of the technique with suggestions for the right tools and materials, followed by the projects and then the extensive stitch tutorials in the final two thirds of the book. I was fascinated by the chapters describing the history of the Hardanger technique. I love how Yvette makes sure we know exactly how to pronounce the name early on, and explains many of the relevant Norwegian words for stitches. There are so many photographs of beautiful antique embroideries and luckily for us, I get the feeling that Yvette wanted to squeeze in as many fabulous examples as possible! It is so interesting to see how these embroideries were traditionally worn and used, and to understand how the Norwegian national dress developed into its present form. I can imagine many Hardanger enthusiasts in the worldwide stitching community are like me, in that although I know and love the contemporary embroidery form I had very little understanding of where the divide is between the original stitches/styles and those currently in use. Yvette goes into great detail to distinguish between the two, with photos comparing the materials used, the core stitches and the overall design preferences for early vs contemporary style. Whilst the early style form is recognisable as Hardanger to modern eyes, there are considerable differences with contemporary pieces, some of which I found surprising. This was probably my favourite part of the book! There are ten projects to follow and a good variety of finished items. The smaller designs include a Bookmark, Square Mat, Pin tin lid design, a Biscornu and decorative edging for a Christmas Stocking. The larger projects include a Table Runner, Cushion, Lampshade, Shirt and Apron. I have got my eye on the Biscornu, but I’m also excited about working the table runner and the lampshade. There are photographs and a book trailer video showing these projects on the Vetty Creations website. The Stitch Technique tutorials have all the hallmark Stanton detail we now expect. Both left and right handed instructions are available and colour coded for easy reference. Starting and finishing methods are included with suggestions for counting and trouble-shooting. There are several new filling and edging stitches that I’m looking forward to learning. Interestingly there are also several drawn thread borders and whilst I have seen these techniques together previously, I hadn’t realised the historical connection. The fabric used in these projects is widely available and a linen thread brand conversion chart is supplied in the appendix. All the materials required are available through the Vetty creations website; however for UK readers it is worth checking out lace making suppliers for linen thread. Sue Jones from the Tortoise Loft blog recommended Jo Firth Lacemaking & Needlecraft in West Yorkshire which carries the Bockens range of linen threads; one of the recommended brands. All in all, if you’re a whitework enthusiast this book will be just your cup of tea. And now … there’s a Biscornu with my name on it … just waiting to be stitched!
Review: Yvette Stanton does it again! - Another winner! This book is wonderful! I hesitated buying this one because I have Yvette's other Hardanger book, but it was well worth it. It was fascinating learning of the differences between Early Style 'Hardangersaum' and Contemporary Hardanger. Lots of projects, ranging from a cute but very pretty biscornu pincushion, to a full sized shirt with Hardanger cuffs and collar. The patterns are in a pocket at the back so they can be laid flat to follow, which is very thoughtful. As with all Yvette's books, the instructions and diagrams are absolutely superb. If you're experienced or brand new to the technique, you'll be pleased with this book.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
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| Best Sellers Rank | 642,367 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1,058 in Embroidery |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 83 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful ... Detailed ... Unique!
*by K***N on 19 July 2016*

I am a self-confessed white embroidery addict, so I have been excited to receive my copy of this book. As with all Yvette’s work, Early Style Hardanger is beautifully presented with great attention to detail. The content is in three sections; first the history of the technique with suggestions for the right tools and materials, followed by the projects and then the extensive stitch tutorials in the final two thirds of the book. I was fascinated by the chapters describing the history of the Hardanger technique. I love how Yvette makes sure we know exactly how to pronounce the name early on, and explains many of the relevant Norwegian words for stitches. There are so many photographs of beautiful antique embroideries and luckily for us, I get the feeling that Yvette wanted to squeeze in as many fabulous examples as possible! It is so interesting to see how these embroideries were traditionally worn and used, and to understand how the Norwegian national dress developed into its present form. I can imagine many Hardanger enthusiasts in the worldwide stitching community are like me, in that although I know and love the contemporary embroidery form I had very little understanding of where the divide is between the original stitches/styles and those currently in use. Yvette goes into great detail to distinguish between the two, with photos comparing the materials used, the core stitches and the overall design preferences for early vs contemporary style. Whilst the early style form is recognisable as Hardanger to modern eyes, there are considerable differences with contemporary pieces, some of which I found surprising. This was probably my favourite part of the book! There are ten projects to follow and a good variety of finished items. The smaller designs include a Bookmark, Square Mat, Pin tin lid design, a Biscornu and decorative edging for a Christmas Stocking. The larger projects include a Table Runner, Cushion, Lampshade, Shirt and Apron. I have got my eye on the Biscornu, but I’m also excited about working the table runner and the lampshade. There are photographs and a book trailer video showing these projects on the Vetty Creations website. The Stitch Technique tutorials have all the hallmark Stanton detail we now expect. Both left and right handed instructions are available and colour coded for easy reference. Starting and finishing methods are included with suggestions for counting and trouble-shooting. There are several new filling and edging stitches that I’m looking forward to learning. Interestingly there are also several drawn thread borders and whilst I have seen these techniques together previously, I hadn’t realised the historical connection. The fabric used in these projects is widely available and a linen thread brand conversion chart is supplied in the appendix. All the materials required are available through the Vetty creations website; however for UK readers it is worth checking out lace making suppliers for linen thread. Sue Jones from the Tortoise Loft blog recommended Jo Firth Lacemaking & Needlecraft in West Yorkshire which carries the Bockens range of linen threads; one of the recommended brands. All in all, if you’re a whitework enthusiast this book will be just your cup of tea. And now … there’s a Biscornu with my name on it … just waiting to be stitched!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yvette Stanton does it again!
*by G***S on 7 August 2016*

Another winner! This book is wonderful! I hesitated buying this one because I have Yvette's other Hardanger book, but it was well worth it. It was fascinating learning of the differences between Early Style 'Hardangersaum' and Contemporary Hardanger. Lots of projects, ranging from a cute but very pretty biscornu pincushion, to a full sized shirt with Hardanger cuffs and collar. The patterns are in a pocket at the back so they can be laid flat to follow, which is very thoughtful. As with all Yvette's books, the instructions and diagrams are absolutely superb. If you're experienced or brand new to the technique, you'll be pleased with this book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fascinating challenge
*by R***N on 17 February 2018*

Having started off with Stanton's 'Elegant Hardanger' volume, this promised to be an interesting next step. The traditional designs are worked more finely than the modern, typically using 36 count fabric, though Stanton thoughtfully gives the thread dimensions of each design to assist those who might not be comfortable at such a fine count. While the traditional designs are chiefly worked in strips within the body of a piece of fabric (no buttonhole edges) there is a range of interesting and challenging projects, and of course a whole variety of further stitches which one could happily add to more modern work. All stitches are explained for both right- and left-handed working, which adds somewhat to the length of the book; as a righty I cannot comment on how helpful this will be for the normally-neglected lefty. The historical information and examples shown are fascinating and the whole thoroughly enjoyable, though I would hesitate to recommend it to a complete beginner.

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