How to cut the threads in Hardanger
Slowly, two threads at a time.
Step by step
- Cut only at the ends of the blocks, where the needle went in.
- Never cut alongside the long edges of the stitches.
- Slide the scissors into the shared corner hole and lift two threads.
- Check you can see both points, then cut.
- Cut all in one direction, turn and cut the other.
- Withdraw the cut threads; stray whiskers usually retract.
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Hardanger Tutorial- Cutting and Pulling Out Threads (14:32)
By Tammy Dresen (Sew Sweet Crafts) · Open on YouTube
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