Yvette, This lampshade is worked in traditional-style Hardanger embroidery, using linen thread on linen fabr...

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"This lampshade is worked in traditional-style Hardanger embroidery, using linen thread on linen fabric. Hardanger embroidery is a hand embroidery that comes from Norway, where it still features on the traditional costumes of the Hardangerfjord region."

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Thushara alt5 years ago

Wow!

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Heatheralt5 years ago

An old technique used in such an innovative way. Stitching is as perfect as always Yvette

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Balt5 years ago

This is the essence of the contest. Tomorrow's heirloom!

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Breealt5 years ago

While this lamp is not my style, I can appreciate the hand stitching that went into this and I can see that Yvette is very talented. I'm honestly blown away. This is amazing work.

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Margaretalt5 years ago

Wow! What lovely, detailed work.

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Mary annalt5 years ago

Very beautiful!