Hardanger Embroidery, Lesson 2, Kloster Blocks

[@solarwindsbuffington3069]

She flat knows her stuff. She says she's an amature, there's nothing amatureish about her hardanger knowledge or her teaching ability. It is clear she loves sharing what she knows. Thank you for posting. Unique in that it's a small & pretty project, perfect for a novice like me.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

That's so nice of you to say, thank you very much!

[@cindycrawley1738]

I am a handicapped stitcher who learned to embroider at the age of 18 (lost my left arm to bone cancer). I used to use a hoop but have graduated to a system that works for me. I use a 4ft stand with a wide wooden clamp. I use adjustable wooden frames that you can virtually make any size. I do x-stitch, hardanger, crewelwork, blackwork and have done some freehand design. It's been a long time since I've done any hardanger so your videos are a good refresher course for me. Love the videos!

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

I saw a video some time ago from someone in a similar situation as you (I think they only made one or two videos and I can't remember who it was). I am always interested to see how others work and adapt tools to suit their needs. What you've done sounds very interesting. Thanks so much for letting me know that I've inspired you to pick up your hardanger again!

[@paramesramanathan4664]

I was given a book on Hardanger years ago, I was not interested and it sat on my book shelf, which I gave away in 2012! Now, since visiting Hardangier in Norway, I so wanted to learn this craft and I am so lucky I chanced upon you - a superb tutor!!! Bless you!

[@suep9960]

I've always wanted to do hardanger. Your videos are giving me the confidence to try it. Thank you!

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

+Sue P I'm so glad!

[@violetstitches4008]

Thank you so much for including the pencil diagram of how to do kloster blocks. I've watched so many videos to try and understand, but your diagram is the only thing that has shown me what I was doing wrong (and why my thread unraveled after cutting). I've solved the mystery now, and after watching all your tutorials, I feel I can confidently move forward with hardanger.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

I'm so glad I was able to help and thanks so much for letting me know!

[@ludmilasakharova7672]

Thank you very much for your tutorial. It's really perfect and helpful. I adore your channel. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@nevergivinup318]

love you videos. I was self-taught after getting my hands on a hardanger coaster at a yard sale. trial and error for about a year and finally found Nordic Needle for an instruction book. I cling to the in-hand method because I love the rhythm, its so relaxing and easy to transport. By the way, I find your voice very easy to listen too. It's like working along with a friend.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

Thanks so much Ramona! I agree with you about the rhythm of stitching in hand, especially hardanger because there are sections you can just stitch without constantly referring back to the pattern. Thanks so much for your comment!

[@angelheartlove]

Thank you a hundred times! You put so much love and hard work into the HAL just for us! God bless!

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

You're so very welcome!

[@faerie247]

Love the sewing method, thanks for sharing.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

+Laura Baker Thanks so much for watching!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Wow 😳 you are great, this is so much better than anything else I've seen. Thank you so much 😊 Also I don't like using hoops I prefer to hold my work, so raspberries 😛 to the others.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

Thanks so much for your comments! I'm glad you found these tutorials helpful.

[@PamsCraftyCorner]

I think I would also like the sewing method although I use the stabbing method for cross stitch. You've made this look so easy I'm tempted to try it out. :)

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

+Pam Reid I also use the stab method for cross stitch (and a frame) but for hardanger seem to feel better doing it in hand with the sewing method. I always go back and forth, do a cross stitch piece, then a hardanger piece. When I get tried of stabbing in a frame, I feel the need to flow with the sewing method! And when I get tired of monochromatic, go back to cross stitching in colour! If you do try it, make sure to video your piece, would love to see it! Nina

[@leonorpardo7268]

+Stitching with a Smile uu7

[@rozwalters5812]

Just to be different, or awkward if you prefer, I use a hoop for the kloster blocks, but do the needle weaving in my hand. ;) I'm self taught too, just as I am with most crafts. I sort of weave my ends as I am working the stitches, bit like I do with cross stitches.

[@Khristine4558]

I hope the lady who told you that you can't do hardanger in hand sees this video :) Looks like you do just fine in hand!

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

:)

[@paramesramanathan4664]

If I am making a table napkin for which I want the edges to be hemmed - I know that I can draw about four threads and bring the edge of the cloth to hem, how do I beautify the drawn threads and the 4 corners please

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

I have not done much of this type of work. If you do a youtube search for "drawn thread embroidery" you will find some tutorials that should work. I found a group of these on a playlist here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2SlhoGhj6h0iqs I hope this helps to get you started.

[@천연염색유성숙서소공]

감사합니다~♡♡♡

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

You're welcome!!

[@maryalagianni7158]

thaaaannnnnkkkkkkk you much obliged

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

+mary alagianni You're so very welcome!

[@paramesramanathan4664]

Can I use an embroidery frame in hardanger

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

Hi! Yes you can. I've seen most people use a hoop but and a few use scroll frames. I would caution you that when you do your cutting, you may want to take it out of the frame or keep in in very loosely. Thanks so much for watching!

[@tonispywriter]

Can you use plain DMC for your kloster blocks?

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

I've never tried DMC floss for the kloster blocks. I have used it (1 or 2 strands) for the needleweaving. You probably could use it, it would give it a different look to your project. Experiment and give it a try!

[@andreabrs0931]

Hello. I'm very happy to give you a great thanks for doing your videos ! I'm sorry for my english, I am a french men ... I begin into hardanger with your video, and it helps me a lot ! Where can I find the pattern you are using for these lessons please ? Thanks ! Thanks so much ! Richard

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

Hi Richard, the pattern is a free pattern from Nordic Needle called Ivory Octagonal Doily. Here's the link to the page it's on: www.nordicneedle.net/swag/ The pattern is about 3/4 way down the page. Enjoy!

[@andreabrs0931]

Thanks for your answer ! You're talking about the pattern for the Hal ... but I'm talking about the pattern on this video :) This is not Ivory Octagonal Doily.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

I'm so sorry, glad you messaged back. I am not able to attach the pattern here, would you please send me a private message here: [e-mail] I can then respond and attach the pattern. Thanks!

[@PalettePC]

I think I would like the sewing method.

[@stitchingwithasmile677]

+Palette PC I agree, it flows very well. Thanks for watching!

[@aralopez126]

me gusta mucho pero no hablo inglés podrían poner la traducción a español gracias