CUTWORK, HEDEBO, SAMPLER
c. 1980 - 1989An example of a little known cutwork/whitework hand embroidery, Hedebo, which originated in Denmark, stitched by a Guild member in Western Australia in 1980s.
In this sampler, 6 holes of different shapes have been cut out of the linen fabric and filled with needlelace stitches. Antique hemstitched border.
A peasant embroidery from Denmark which flourished in early 18th Century.
This form of embroidery was little known outside Denmark until the end of the 19th C, as it was intended solely for the use of the embroiderer and her family. Traditionally used on cuffs, collars and shoulder pieces of men’s and women’s shirts, decorative pieces used on festive occasions and on bedspreads, pillow cases and sheets.
Design of cut‑out, geometrical, shapes ‑ scallops, hearts, crescents, circles, half circles, diamonds, leaves and tulip shaped flowers are outlined with buttonhole stitch. Fillings attached to buttonhole outlines with buttonhole stitch. ‑ bars, scallops, wheels & lines.
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