E-Books →Nordic Hands 25 Fiber Craft Projects to Discover Scandinavian Culture

An abundance of step-by-step fiber art projects to bring Scandinavian style to life in your home.
"Osterhaug's close connection to her heritage is palpable, and her accomplishments as a journalist, writer, and fiber artist earn this book a spot in any crafter's library as the resource on all things Nordic." -Christine Jablonski, Handwoven
By exploring the cultures and traditions behind the charm of Nordic crafts, you can enjoy extra-meaningful making!
The 25 projects mix unusual and more-familiar patterns and techniques, ranging from danskbrogd pillows and monk's belt guest towels to knitted bags, rosemaling with wool, and a rug inspired by Icelandic terrain.
* Peek into the values and beliefs core to Scandinavian life-nature, community, craftsmanship, and sustainability.
* For each value, create 4 to 7 beautiful and thoughtfully designed fiber art projects featuring knitting, felting, and weaving.
* Each project's difficulty level is marked (beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate).
* 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.
* 12 projects are felting or knitting; 13 projects are weaving (rigid heddle, inkle, tapestry, tablet, and finger weaving).
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