Nordic Hands

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 ofHandwoven, 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 fewThe 25 projects include these and more:Nature- Nordic Summer and Winter Knitted Throw- Felted Telemark BouquetCommunity- Rustic Linen Placemats- Monk's Belt Towels of WelcomeCraftsmanship- Knitted Sølje Curtains to Celebrate the Sun- A Nordic Sweater for Your LaptopSustainability- Rags-to-Riches Rug- Cup Cozies to Go

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