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Sewing as Social Practice
Decorative sewing is a Norwegian tradition that has been particularly important for women throughout at least the last thousand years of Norway's history. Aside from being an amusing hobby, it serves other functions as well, such as the expression of identity, sociability, and generosity.
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Alphabet Letters in Embroidery
Beef up your Alphabet Letters
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Guide to Counted Cross Stitch Fabrics
Cross stitchers can choose from a wide variety of different fabrics, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Here's a beginner's guide to the available options.
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Announcing Norway's Centennial Anniversary Poetry Competition Winners
This year, Norway celebrates a remarkable 100 years of independence. In honor of this grand occasion, readers have been sending in their own original poetry for Norwegian Culture’s Centennial Anniversary Poetry Competition. After a difficult deliberation, three winners (Susi Lyback-Dahl, Karen Pollard, and David Moe) were selected for their expressive nature and obvious engagement in the topic of national sentiment.
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Bergen Gateway to Norway's Fjords
Nature gave Bergen a perfect setting, a deep harbor below a steep mountainside that made it both beautiful and the ideal place for an important medieval trade center.
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How To Make A Biscornu
Biscornu is an eight-sided pincushion, and a must-have to collectors of needlework smalls. Moreso, it can be use as a tree ornament by adding a hanger on one corner.
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First Lady of Cross Stitch - Ginnie Thompson
Ginnie Thompson has inspired and taught thousands of people in the art of cross stitch. Because of her many accomplishments, Ginnie is known as the “First Lady of Cross Stitch.” Read about Ginnie's story during our celebration of Women's History Month.
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Bergen is the Key to Seeing the Best of Norway
With history, culture and easy access to the natural world, Norway's second largest city is the ideal starting point for exploring this remarkable country in any season.
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Essential Cross Stitch Supplies
Cross stitch embroidery is fun, easy to learn, and portable. To get started with cross stitch, all you need is a few inexpensive supplies.
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Former Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik in Minneapolis
Former Prime Minister of Norway and current Stortinget member Kjell Magne Bondevik was in attendance in Minneapolis&#8217; Syttende Mai celebration at Loring Park last Saturday. Appearing in good spirits, Bondevik sat in the front row with his wife, her sister, and brother-in-law as costumed performers filed on and off stage. Bondevik currently represents the county of M¢re and Romsdal as a member of parliament,Former Prime Minister of Norway and current Stortinget member Kjell Magne Bondevik was in attendance in Minneapolis&#8217; Syttende Mai celebration at Loring Park last Saturday. Appearing in good spirits, Bondevik sat in the front row with his wife, her sister, and brother-in-law as costumed performers filed on and off stage. Bondevik currently represents the county of M¢re and Romsdal as a member of parliament.<img src="http://www.suite101.com/files/topics/13334/files/Bondevik2.jpg">
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VICTORIAN WHITE-WORK
Exploring the lost art of "whitework", a Victorian needlework craft.
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How To Make Creative DIY Gift Boxes or Baskets
Personalized gift baskets or boxes are always a preferred gift for any occasion. These are creative, simple, practical and inexpensive gift ideas for great results.
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The Mystery in the Thread
Identifying lace by looking closely at the thread
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