Plaited warps are characteristic endings on early Hedebo Embroidery. Here a loose plaited warp.
In addition to the different variations, a whole series of complex techniques are characteristic elements of Hedebo Embroidery. First of all, there were plaited warps and Hedebo edges which often finished off decorative towels and ‘knædug’. They were later replaced by bought versions of machine-made fringes and bobbin work. Secondly, a whole series of needle lace was used in “Baldyring” and “Udklipshedebo” in the open work fillings. This technique was the main part of reverse “Udklipshedebo”. Essential elements in needle lace were the sewn Hedebo rings, for which a special tool was developed. Some of these embroideries consisted almost entirely of Hedebo rings seamed together, often in the form of a Hedebo wheel or rosette.
