Christmas ornament

Last week I posted the details of a new (old) Hardanger pattern which I had finally put on my website. It has been very popular, so in the lead up to Christmas, I thought it might be worthwhile to post about one of my favourite little designs – my organza Hardanger Christmas ornament.

The Organza Hardanger Ornament features a band of traditional-style Hardanger which is constructed into a tetrahedron shape. It is suitable for intermediate to advanced stitchers, as although the Hardanger stitching is simple, it has an added degree of challenge because the base fabric has an organza overlay. This gives the ornament an all-over added sparkle, making it an excellent addition to any Christmas tree.

If you’re not sure that you’re up to working through an organza overlay, the ornament could also be successfully worked without it in white on white as shown, or even in colour. Without the overlay, the stitching is really at a beginner level, so is achievable for those without prior Hardanger experience. A suggestion of colours would be natural coloured linen, with white/cream and blood red stitching.

Of course, it doesn’t just have to be used as a Christmas decoration. It is stunning in its own right, and can be used as an ornament at any time of the year!

The pattern and step-by-step instructions for this ornament can be purchased from the Vetty Creations online shop.