Jill Carter shares her enthusiasm and love for this elegant counted thread technique, offering a comprehensive guide brimming with information and inspiration. She explores surface stitches, pulled thread, cutwork, edgings and fillings using step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions. Essential sections showing the materials you need and how to start are followed by a selection of stunning projects including gift cards, a decorative sampler, a wedding bag, a cushion, and more. Each project is accompanied by a chart and other stylish designs. Jill's book is a wonderful introduction to this timeless technique. It offers all the information you need to create your own original designs and is an invaluable guide for anyone wanting to learn more about Hardanger.

Jill Carter shares her enthusiasm and love for this elegant counted thread technique, offering a comprehensive guide brimming with information and inspiration. She explores surface stitches, pulled thread, cutwork, edgings and fillings using step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions. Essential sections showing the materials you need and how to start are followed by a selection of stunning projects including gift cards, a decorative sampler, a wedding bag, a cushion, and more. Each project is accompanied by a chart and other stylish designs. Jill's book is a wonderful introduction to this timeless technique. It offers all the information you need to create your own original designs and is an invaluable guide for anyone wanting to learn more about Hardanger.