Hardanger and drawn thread
Hardanger is traditionally white thread on white evenweave, using counted and drawn thread work. Drawn thread work removes threads from the fabric and bundles the rest into patterns.
What it is
Norwegian counted cutwork on evenweave.
Who it suits
Cross stitchers ready for something new.
What you need
Hardanger fabric, perle cotton 5 and 8, a blunt needle and sharp scissors.
A first project
A diamond of Kloster blocks.
The hardanger and drawn thread guides
Beginner's guide
What you need
Techniques and stitches
How to stitch Kloster blocks
The foundation of Hardanger.
How to cut the threads in Hardanger
Slowly, two threads at a time.
Mistakes and fixes
Next steps
Sources
All checked November 1, 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.
