Hardanger Bookmark Kit – Permin Triangle Design

Create a delicate piece of traditional counted-thread embroidery with this Hardanger Bookmark Kit from Permin of Copenhagen. The Triangle design combines crisp white-on-white stitching with geometric openwork, creating an elegant bookmark finished with a coordinating tassel.

The design features repeating triangular and geometric motifs arranged along the length of the bookmark. Traditional Hardanger techniques, including satin stitch, Kloster blocks and woven bars, create a combination of textured embroidery and distinctive open areas.

This Hardanger Bookmark Kit contains the materials needed to complete the project, including white 22-count Hardanger fabric, two weights of white DMC cotton thread, a needle, chart and instructions. The black and white chart comes with stitch diagrams to help guide you through the techniques used in the design.

The finished bookmark measures approximately 4 x 17 cm, excluding the tassel. Its compact format makes it a lovely project for anyone who enjoys traditional needlework and counted-thread embroidery. Once complete, the bookmark makes an attractive companion for a favourite book or a thoughtful handmade gift for a reader.

Part of Permin’s Hardanger Collection, this Hardanger Bookmark Kit offers an enjoyable way to explore the precision and decorative openwork of this traditional embroidery technique.

Product Specifications

• Triangle Hardanger bookmark design
• Designed by Permin of Copenhagen
• Part of the Permin Hardanger Collection
• Traditional white-on-white counted-thread embroidery
• Uses satin stitch, Kloster blocks and woven bars
• Worked with two weights of white cotton thread
• White 22-count Hardanger fabric
• Fabric: 100% cotton
• Thread: 100% cotton
• Finished with a tassel
• Finished design size: approximately 4 x 17 cm, excluding tassel
• Design number: 05-1846
• Made in Denmark

Kit Contents

• White 22-count Hardanger fabric
• White DMC cotton threads in two weights
• Needle
• Black and white chart
• Instructions with stitch diagrams

Instructions for Use

Follow the supplied chart and instructions to work the Triangle design using the included fabric and threads. The pattern incorporates satin stitch, Kloster blocks and woven bars together with the characteristic cutwork of Hardanger embroidery.

Hardanger involves carefully cutting selected fabric threads to form the openwork areas. Check the chart and instructions closely before making any cuts.

Complete the bookmark according to the supplied instructions and add the tassel as the finishing touch.

Care Instructions

Keep the kit clean and dry while stitching. Wash your hands before working with the white fabric and threads to help keep the finished embroidery clean.

If the completed bookmark requires cleaning, take particular care with the delicate openwork and follow appropriate care methods for cotton embroidery.

Safety Notes

The kit contains a sharp needle. Hardanger embroidery may also require cutting tools when completing the openwork. Handle needles and scissors carefully and keep them away from young children.