Swedish weaving is also known as huck embroidery.It was used in the 1940s to decorate the borders of Huck towels with embroidery floss.Today it is used for afghans, placemats, table runners, pillows, and more.Swedish weaving can be done on a variety of even-weave fabrics including huck toweling, monk’s cloth, and Aida cloth.Swedish weaving is unique in that you only work on the front side of the fabric and the stitching does not show on the back.Traditional Swedish weaving designs are usually mirror images.
Learn to Make Monk’s Cloth Afghans If you ever used a sewing needle, you can make a wonderful monk's cloth afghan with the help of this book from American School of Needlework. In very little time you can learn to follow the chart and create these 10 beautiful designs on the soft cotton monk's cloth fabric. All you need is a yarn needle, regular worsted weight yarn, a piece of monk's cloth and very little time. $6.95
Monk's Cloth Diamond Afghans
Monk’s Cloth DiamondAfghans People may say that diamonds mean forever, but these diamonds mean that it doesn't take forever. The lightly stitched diamond areas mean you'll spend less time stitching and more time cuddling up under these eight attractive afghans. Included is all the information needed to create a lovely afghan gem in this book from American School of Needlework! 24 pages. $6.95
Monk's Cloth Afghans for Christmas
Monk’s Cloth Afghans for Christmas Create a Christmas afghan to give to someone you love. Pattern book has 10 designs, so you're sure to find the perfect gift for Christmas. All are made with worsted yarn and monk's cloth. All afghans measure 36 inches long. $6.95
Monk's Cloth: 17 Fun & Easy Projects
Monk’s Cloth: 17 Fast & Easy Projects If you've never tried stitching on Monk's cloth, you are in for a treat. The fabric is soft and pliable, making it a joy to use as a surface for what looks like complicated designs. Although the stitches look complex, anyone with a basic knowledge of needlework can make these projects after reading the two instructional pages at the beginning of this 48-page book. All the projects featured will make terrific gifts to stitch for family and friends. They may look like you spent hours and hours stitching them, but in reality, they are quick and easy to complete. The variety of projects includes table runners, place mats, napkin rings, pot holders, coasters, basket cover and skirt, pin cushion, scissors case and pillows. An easy-to-read full-color chart and a full-color photograph is given for each of the 17 projects in the book. Materials needed include Monk's cloth, medium worsted weight yarn and a tapestry needle. $9.95
Pine Stand Table Runner
Pine Stand Table Runner Pattern by Christine Allan. Finished size approximately 45 x 16-1/2 inches. $7.50
Sampler 2
Sampler #2 Pattern by Christine Allan. Three Projects: Paw Print Table Topper (14" x 15"), Valance Table Topper (14" x 15", and Tuesday's Garden Pillow (13" x 13"). $7.50
Diamond Brite Table Runner
Diamond Brite Table Runner Pattern by Christine Allan. Finished size approximately 48 x 18 inches. $7.50
Autumn Wheat Table Runner
Autumn Wheat Table Runner Pattern by Christine Allan. Finished size approximately 48 x 14 inches. $7.50
Sampler 1
Sampler 1 Pattern by Christine Allan. Finished size approximately 48 x 14-1/2 inches. $7.50
Christmas Patterns Book
Christmas Patterns Book Pattern by Christine Allan. This book contains 11 festive patterns for Swedish Weaving or Huck Embroidery. All patterns are specially designed for Monk's Cloth. Each pattern has detailed instructions and color photographs, including close-ups of the various parts of the designs. Also included are helpful hints such as fabric preparation, terms, stitching techniques, color and design. Paper is also included to make up your own designs. Patterns in this book are for the beginner all the way up to the advanced weavers. $19.99
