Capture the spirit of a cosy Nordic Christmas with eleven crocheted decorations to create. Nordic Christmas Crochet is a mix of classic and modern-style Christmas decorations, based on the simple, natural, Nordic aesthetic that characterises Krea Deluxe, the company owned by Heidi and Pia, the authors. The book is full of beautiful, styled photographs of the crocheted decorations in situ on a Christmas tree, in the window and around the home, all the time giving a very personal touch to the festive season. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions, and templates and diagrams are also included to aid the reader in the creation of these exquisite embellishments, which include: stars, drums, pennants, birds, mistletoe and Christmas trees.

About the Author
Sisters Heidi and Pia are the faces of Danish company Krea Deluxe, for which they crochet and knit, design and create patterns and kits. They also produce organic luxury yarns and have a preference for natural and sustainable products in subdued, harmonious colours. Their grandmother taught them to crochet, knit and sew, and they love the whole process around creating their own products. Krea Deluxe was founded in Denmark in 2015 on the basis of the sisters' shared joy and passion for working and thinking creatively. The opportunity to design and create good craft projects is the driving force behind their work. Nordic Christmas Crochet is Heidi and Pia's third published book in Denmark.

Reviews

No one does Christmas quite like the Scandinavians, and this book epitomises stylish Scandi-inspired festivities. Filled with typically Nordic designs inspired by nature and neutral colours -- with a sprinkling of seasonal sparkle from glitter yarns -- this book of 11 festive patterns is a must-have for anyone who loves coordinated Yuletide decorations.

Authors Heidi and Pia Johannesen are the dynamic duo behind the ethical, sustainable Danish yarn brand Krea Deluxe, and are already well-known for their seasonal Christmas designs. Inspired by memories of the sisters' childhood Christmas traditions centred around foraged and handmade decorations and gifts, this collection includes designs inspired by classic decorations.

For the Christmas tree, make simple stars and sparkly baubles, miniature strings of bunting, tiny trumpets and drums, and a sweet little bird with a feathery tail. For decorating your room, arrange groups of simple Christmas trees on the mantlepiece, hang a bunch of crocheted mistletoe over the doorway, and pop LED tea lights inside tiny houses.

Templates are included along with tips accompanying each pattern, but there isn't a how-to section covering the stitches and techniques you'll need to make the designs, so some prior crochet knowledge is assumed. However, most of the patterns are suitable for beginners and intermediate crocheters, making this an accessible and timeless Christmas collection you'll return year after year.

-- Inside Crochet * Issue 163 *

If you like your Christmas decor simple, clean and perhaps a bit Scandinavian-inspired, you'll love these 11 timeless crochet decorations by sisters Heidi and Pia Johannesen. Make drums, pennants, birds, stars, mistletoe and Christmas trees using the book's clear instructions, diagrams and customisation suggestions.

-- Simply Crochet * Issue 141 *



Book Information
ISBN 9781800921139
Author Heidi B. Johannesen
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Search Press Ltd
Publisher Search Press Ltd