The Ultimate Guide To Learning Hardanger Embroidery | Beginners guide to Hardanger

Here is a complete guide to getting in to Hardanger embroidery! I take you from a quick overview of the technique to the fabrics and threads used for it. Then I show the the four main stages of Hardanger embroidery; Kloster blocks, cutting the treads, woven bars and decorative stitches. There's even a quick look at designing your own Hardanger, and don't forget the giveaway!
Needles, fabrics and threads I used in the video:
28 count evenweave Cashel 100% linen
DMC Coton Perlé No, 8 and No.12 (in colours of your choice!)
Tapestry needles 26 and 24
Ring frame (optional; you can work this technique in your hand if you prefer)
Sharp pair of embroidery scissors
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The book from the giveaway:
The Little Book of Hardanger - First steps and stitches
Jane Greenoff (www.janegreenoff.com)
Pinks Press 2018
Guide to threads and fabric sizes:
25ct, 28ct evenweave and 22ct Hardanger fabric- Perlé No. 8 for the kloster blocks, no.12 for the weaving and fillings. Tapestry needles size 26 and 24
20ct and 18ct - Perlé No.5 for the Kloster blocks and No.8 for the fillings. Tapestry 22 and 24
0:00 - Introduction
03:10 - Fabric for Hardanger
05:44 - Threads for Hardanger
07:58 - Kloster Blocks
18:00 - Cutting the fabric
28:05 - Woven Bars
32:29 - Decorative Stitches - Dove eye stitch
38:08 - Designing Hardanger
39:31 - Giveaway
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[@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery]

We have drawn our winner!! Well done to Gisele Paquette, please get in touch with us at [e-mail] with your details so we can send your goodies out to you!. Thank you to everyone for taking part, keep watching more giveaways coming

[@danisehetland3378]

Congratulations, Gisele!!

[@lindaloo5980]

I have been doing hardanger for 25 years. I learned to do it without a hoop, that supposedly it was traditionally not done with a hoop. All stitching is done on top of the linen. When finishing your threads, weave under, then turn back, go over the last stitch and work back through the stitches you’ve already woven under. This is a tighter finish for table linens and such that are used and washed instead of being just decorative. Another tip I recommend is to get a fine pair of hardanger scissors. These have smaller blades, so it’s easier to cut your threads. They are more pricy but worth it.

[@Alisha_79]

Thank you for this comment! ❤

[@sadiamalik311]

I studied in a convent school and our nuns taught us the basic Hardanger stitches when I was about 14 years old - I am 69 now. I never knew it was called Hardanger! so let me try Hardanger . You explain it so well and make it look so easy and that is what has encouraged me to start a Hardanger project.

[@rboraten]

My mother started a piece when she was first married, somewhere around 1950. I found the piece in her cedar chest when I was a teen in the 70s and asked her about it. She told me what it was and I asked her,‘ Let me try Hardanger’ but we never got around to it. I am so glad it is not a forgotten art. I would love to try my hand so let me try Hardanger. Thank you for the giveaway and good luck everyone!

[@FreeSpirit47]

So many people say that there is no interest in fine needlework in todays world. There is definitely interest, it has simply gone in a different direction. I taught myself to do Hardanger when I moved to Germany as it was everywhere! There was no one to teach me, no videos. I found an instruction book, learned from there. 2 years after I had taught myself, I began teaching classes to others. It was so rewarding to see the look in my students eyes when I knew they got it!

[@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery]

Great story Brenda!

[@margaretbreeze9073]

let me try Hardanger Your so inspirational Sarah and your videos explain all the details in simple terms making it easy to understand and follow. Thank you.

[@terrioleson6296]

let me try Hardanger You are such a wonderful teacher! I enjoy all of your videos. Thank you for sharing your creativity and time.

[@vickiwilliams422]

let me try Hardanger. I think this is quite lovely and I would love to learn how to do it. You are a wonderful teacher and make it so easy to understand. I'm looking forward to learning this craft. Thank you, Sarah.

[@Sew_Learning]

Thank you very much Sarah for clearly explaining Hardanger. The way you explain it makes this feel very do-able. let me try Hardanger

[@sarajern2506]

let me try Hardanger I have always been interested in Hardanger embroidery, but never tried it. I'm from Sweden so I should have tried it. I've done loads of cross stitch when I was young. This is a brilliant tutorial. Well done!

[@fionahunt7638]

let me try Hardanger I have been hesitating to start a kit that was gifted to me and this tutorial has given me the confidence to have a go, thank you!

[@chrislowry4721]

I have always wanted to try hardanger but was having trouble with cutting the threads. Your video was wonderfully helpful. Thank you! let me try hardanger

[@Mrsrgiron]

Can you do more of these videos I would love to learn more of Hardanger! Thanks 🙏

[@julienz6196]

let me try Hardanger That was so perfectly filmed and due to your excellent teaching and skills you actually made the hard part look easy!

[@thefarmhouseinthefield4576]

let me try Hardanger. I have a great cross stitch pattern that has hardanger and I've been scared to try. Your video gave me some confidence. Thank you.

[@michellewood94]

Thank you for another great tutorial video! I have always been intimidated by Hardanger. Now I would like to give it a go, let me try Hardanger.

[@sheilatrant-mccarthy6555]

Let me try Hardanger. Thank you for the video.I have my mum's half done tablecloth when we lost her.I now know how to finish it.I've had it for 13 years but never had the know how or confidence to finish it

[@patriciaperrin8757]

I've been embroidering and sewing since childhood (60 plus years!) and I've tried most embroidery techniques, but not Hardanger so - let me try Hardanger and see how it goes!

[@sophiaphilippopoulou5519]

I have always admired this needlework, but did not know how it was created. I am very interested in creating a piece of work in this style. Thank you for the tutorial. let me try Hardanger

[@TheKozyNook]

Let me try hardanger. You have a wonderful teaching style, very clear and inspiring.

[@lyndaofiowa718]

Please let me try Hardanger! You explained it beautifully and it looks like fun I can't wait to try it as a trim for my granddaughters dresses.

[@gwyn9846]

I'm so happy you are teaching the fundamentals of Hardanger. I have wanted to try learning the skill, but I could never muster up the courage. Thank you Sarah! 💐 I would love to win this giveaway!

[@mommabumble]

Thank you for such a clear and concise beginner video. I appreciate knowing how to fix and opps! Please, let me try Hardanger

[@theresedignard4267]

let me try Hardanger. Awesome video. Can’t wait to try this. My grandmother did something similar with finer cloth. I love your videos. Great teacher.

[@caitgrate6172]

let me try Hardanger this is an excellent tutorial and I love the little peek a boo spots!

[@carolefebvre8210]

let me try Hardanger Ok I think I got it this time Hi Sarah I so really love your videos I began this last August embroidery But I must say, that you are why I got hocked. Your are do authentique and you are my best embroidery teacher and you keep me stimulated. A million THANKS

[@carolefebvre8210]

Thank you soo much... My english writing is not always good. but you are worth the pratique... lol not just embroydery... have a nice evening.. Caro ☺☺☺

[@Knitapeace]

I did hardanger years ago before my children were born and now that they’re grown you’ve inspired me to pick it up again! Also we didn’t have KZbin back then, and now that I watch so many crafting videos that are super zoomed in I realize why all the old ladies wore magnifiers when stitching and now I’m the old lady who needs a magnifier! 🤣

[@miloraju9743]

I love the way you give tips in the narrative.

[@tigs5354]

I've got the Hardanger book by Jane Greenhoff, and it's very good. Thank you for demonstrating and explaining Hardanger. Very clear, as always.

[@itslindyh]

Sarah, you are a brilliant teacher!

[@articri]

Thanks Sarah for another fantastic tutorial.

[@sarahcat7089]

Hi, I have always wanted to try Hardanger but was put off by the thought of cutting the threads. Your video has given me the confidence to have a go, so please let me try Hardanger.

[@silvaducis]

Thank you for the inspirational video's. Ik watched many of them and I am starting to learn slowly (stitch by stich) the art and skills of embroidery. I'm so proud of what I made so far thanks to your help! And this Hardanger technique is very new to me and looks very lovely so let me try Hardanger. Keep spreading your inspiration and knowledge. Ik feel connected with many centuries of woman all over the world through this craft. Thanks for your guidance!

[@laurarosenthal4630]

Let me try Hardanger I am 58 years old. I first saw this when I was 18 years old and since then, I have wanted to learn this type of stitch work

[@willemh3319]

my grandmother 50 years ago😱 was using old bedsheets and sewing tgread i think caise the costs andDMC was not there yet and she was working thewhole day and even cook in between she was the best with needle and thread mis her

[@tiinamaalismaa4096]

Yay! let me try Hardanger . So happy to try this technique.

[@cynthiabryan6255]

let me try Hardanger. Thank you for a wonderful first demonstration! I will be trying this technique in the near future.

[@AWalkWithSusan]

I truly enjoy your embroidery stitching and just love that you went over Hardanger as well. Thank you for the offer to let me try Hardanger.

[@sylviasellmaier9024]

Let me try Hardanger Thank you Sarah for this wonderful video.

[@annbashir5888]

I’ve learnt something new today thank you Sarah

[@jaimecalabrese935]

Thank you for this video. I have been wanting to give this a try for some time now. Wonderful as always!!

[@juliewarnes6750]

An excellent tutorial for the complete beginner, thank you

[@sharonnormandeau6818]

What a clear set of instructions - thanks so much! let me try Hardanger

[@dr.carmelfernandopulle3742]

Wonderful work. Will join and enjoy it. Thanks Sarah Homfray!

[@Meems55]

Let me try Hardanger. Thank you again Sarah for another great tutorial!

[@suetyrrell9130]

This is a beautiful technique, thank you for explaining it so well Sarah. let me try Hardanger

[@denisebaldwin9292]

And your work is beautiful, with lovely clear instructions!

[@sherree10]

Oh my goodness! This video is perfection. The kit is everything I need to let my try Hardanger embroidery. It always looked so difficult to do until I saw this. Hardanger is definitely on my need to learn list now. Thanks for posting and thank you for the giveaway too. Congratulations to the winner.

[@darcenekendall9308]

Let me try Hardanger. What a beautiful form of handwork.

[@annv7890]

Thank you. Got to the cutting stage of my first Hardanger and the instructions with the pattern are not clear. I now feel more confident to give it a go.

[@sharonabaire7671]

let me try hardanger. I tried this years ago, and enjoyed it. I used to do a lot of needlework. Don't know why I stopped. I would love to try it again!

let me try Hardanger 🖤 What a lovely video! I really enjoyed watching it :) I "know" Hardanger since a time but always felt confused by the instructions I saw in my other embroidery books, and so I never started a project. I would love to try it.

[@jessie92008]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can't wait to try out this new branch of embroidery. You are an amazing teacher, you inspire me to try out new things. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@kimburke3189]

Thank you for teaching this technique! I have wanted to learn Hardanger for years! Every time I found someone who could teach me, something interfered. Let me try Hardanger!

[@tiffanyosland7977]

Wonderful instruction and thank you Sarah for presenting this technique so clearly. Let me try Hardanger

[@bevc8306]

Thank you Sarah, and wonderful tutorial.

[@barbarapisar-earnest5842]

Beautiful work. I've wondered for years how to do this, so I am delighted to watch you on KZbin.

[@denisecrawford2832]

Thank you for another informative video, I love your teaching style. Very easy to follow and understand. let me try Hardanger

[@craftychickcathy]

Wonderful Sarah, let me try Hardanger. Thank you so much for showing us this beautiful embroidery.

[@debbiepapadopoulou1021]

let me try Hardanger. Thank you Sarah for another fantastic video of expert instruction and useful hints and tips! My to do bucket list is growing each time I watch you demonstrate another technique. Am forever grateful I found your page!

[@globalhikingcr]

Wonderful video, as always, Sarah! Hardanger has always fascinated me, but was too afraid to attempt. Your tutorial has given me the impetus to let me try Hardanger. Thank you for your generosity 🌻

[@carolsteve29]

Can't wait to try. So, let me try Hardanger . Very informative as usual!! Thank you❤

[@in_re_cross_stitching]

You are an excellent teacher. I've watched your videos for outline stitches and satin stitches and now let me try Hardanger thank you so much

[@orlokian]

What a wonderful teacher you are, Sarah. Hugs from Spain 😘 .

[@reneestuckyneale1599]

I have been embroidering and cross stitching for years, in my spare time, trying the different types and techniques. I like the way you do your tutorials. Even a more experienced needle person can pick up a thing or two.

[@lizziedae91]

Thanks for explaining this technique

[@wendyn3460]

I would love to learn how to hardanger! I’ve been cross stitching for 12 years🥰😊. Thanks for showing this video. Love it! Let me try hardanger.

[@nicolathomas59]

Please let me try Hardanger Thanks for a fantastic description of how this is done. You make it seem way less scary to try

[@jackieokcal4888]

I love it ,let me try Hardanger. You give beautifully described instructions

[@jenniferbrown3055]

Beautiful work and you have made it not as scary! Thank you

[@Lakesky35]

Excellent video and teaching guide. I'm slowly getting into embroidery and I'm loving it. Thanks for the information. Let me try Hardanger

[@carine6509]

Let me try Hardanger. What a beautiful technique. Thank you Sarah, I can't wait to start with it!

[@KatherineE2024]

Let me try hardanger! Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to learn hardanger. I have learned so much from your classes.

[@carolynbrodhurst2920]

Best demonstration ever

[@diannecuster6216]

Thank you so much Sarah for another wonderful video ~ you are an amazing teacher of all kinds of embroidery and thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge and expertise on how to do all different kinds of embroidery. I do a lot of different crafts but I've never tried this ~ let me try Hardanger ~ happy stitching :)

[@marymoffitt1624]

Let me try hardanger. Thank you so much for teaching this!

[@susansherman-conner2608]

let me try Hardanger beautiful work. Def want to try it for myself. Thank you for your great instructions.

[@KittyLovesGlover]

i'm a cross stitcher. i wanna try this, the results are beautiful! ty for the video!

[@Lily656]

Your channel popped up on my you tube feed and I couldn’t be more excited!!! I love it! I have been watching many of your videos and love them all. I have been wanting to learn Hardanger and your demonstration was perfect! let me try Hardanger Can’t wait to watch more of your videos!

[@sonnyiastephenz8693]

let me try Hardanger. I always wanted to try this technique. Thank you for showing us the basic steps.

[@lindaherrington6291]

Watching your videos showing tips and techniques has inspired and renewed my interest in embroidery. Your instructions are easy to follow, and delivered in such a calm and reassuring manner, making it a pleasure to watch and learn. Always ready for a new challenge, so let me try Hardanger.

[@margaretquinton1501]

Oh I love hardanger and now I know how to do it.....thanks Sarah, you're a gem!

[@carinaisaksson1443]

You are so good at teaching how to embrodery. I have looked at many movies that you have done and i get so inspired to do embrodery.

[@darawamsley5611]

Sarah, I love your videos. You have so much great content! I think it is time to let me try Hardanger. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@gabrisstitches8038]

This is so well done, Sarah, I’m so thankful! The cutting was my problem but I’ll be fine now, you’ve explained it brilliantly. let me try Hardanger please x

[@marilynpearlman5681]

So glad I found this You Tube. I have thought about learning for long time. Your lesson was excellent. Thank you let me try Hardanger

[@jenniferwaugh8796]

Hi Sarah, thank you for the lovely video, you explain things in a very thorough and clear way. let me try Hardanger

[@misseygallawan4662]

What an excellent tutorial. I have wanted to try Hardanger for a long time and I never knew how to attempt it. Your tutorial has given me inspiration. Thank you 💕

[@helenastackpoole8268]

Definitely LET ME TRY HARDANGER !!! What a beautiful lesson, I've always wanted to try this technique. Thankyou for being such a brilliant teacher!

[@hilarylaura61]

Wonderful video as always so let me try Hardanger. i am learning so much!!

[@lindahikes2760]

Thank you for all your videos. They have been useful to me. The quality of the videos with the split screen is so helpful. You also have such a calm relaxing voice.

[@GrandmaY]

Thank you so much for your clear directions! It's been awhile since I last worked on this kind of embroidery, so your video is a very helpful refresher.

[@susanmarchino4690]

So cool! I saw that type of embroidery before but never thought of even giving it a try until I saw your video. Thank you for such a good tutorial. let me try Hardanger

[@doreenwatson-read]

i have put off trying this for years, you have made it look easier than I thought. thankyou

[@jennywren4436]

let me try Hardanger.Thank you Sarah,you made Hardanger look very achievable.

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let me try Hardanger. So lovely, thank you for the tutorial.

[@wendyherbert7936]

Amazing; let me learn Hard anger. Yet another fantastic tutorial, beautifully explained as always. You have been an inspiration for so many projects and gifts. Thank you.

[@hannahdickens7498]

Thanks Sarah for another great tutorial! You've gotten me intrigued and wanting to give it a go! let me try Hardanger

[@judiemjacobson4613]

Your videos on how to do Hardanger are so wonderful I don't know how to thank you. Blessings and hugs from New Mexico

[@raveyhites7179]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I did hardanger many years ago (at school) and you have inspired me to let me try Hardanger again.

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let me try Hardanger. Thank you for your very clear and thorough instructions.

[@lorrainesullivan2335]

Lovely work. Looking forward to giving it a go so, let me try Hardanger.