Nordic Hands: 25 Fiber Craft Projects to Discover Scandinavian Culture

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An abundance of step-by-step fiber art projects to bring Scandinavian style to life in your home.

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 Sølje Curtains to Celebrate the Sun
• A Nordic Sweater for Your Laptop
Sustainability
• Rags-to-Riches Rug
• Cup Cozies to Go

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Schiffer Craft (November 28, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764366912
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764366918
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.16 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.85 x 0.65 x 10.29 inches