Blomster og grene – doily / napkin – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)

Blomster og grene – doily / napkin – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)

A blue ornament for the table

"Blomster og grene" Flowers and Branches - doily / napkin - Gerda Bengtsson (GB) is a small cross stitch embroidery with a delicate ornamental motif in blue shades. The motif is arranged as a square doily / napkin, where branches, flowers and small decorative details form a symmetrical pattern. The expression is classic, calm and highly usable in the home.

The embroidery has a clear centre, giving the motif balance. Here, a framed field with a small blue ornament can be seen. The field is surrounded by light branches and floral forms that extend towards the sides and corners. This gives the doily / napkin a clear structure without making the motif feel heavy.

Flowers, branches and blue details

The motif is stitched in light blue and dark blue tones. The light blue stitches form the finer branches, leaves and small filling shapes. The dark blue stitches mark flowers, edges and stronger details. Together, the colours create a clear contrast against the light linen.

Along the edge are repeated flowers and leaf forms. They sit like a decorative frame around the central field. In the corners, larger blue forms give the pattern weight and definition. The small crosses and dot-like stitches between the branches make the surface more lively, while still preserving the simple expression of the motif.

The size of 15 x 15 cm makes the project manageable. The doily / napkin can be used under a small vase, a candlestick or a bowl. It can also be placed as a discreet textile detail on a side table. The blue shades work well in light, classic and Nordic interiors.

Haandarbejdets Fremme and materials

The embroidery is stitched with Danish Flower Thread on Haandarbejdets Fremme (HF) linen fabric 12B. The fine linen suits the small pattern elements and clear symmetry. Danish Flower Thread gives the blue colours a soft and lively expression, while the materials support the classic character of the design.

Haandarbejdets Fremme is known for embroidery designs of high quality, clear patterns and a strong design language. In this design, that tradition appears in a small and functional form. Gerda Bengtsson has created a motif where ornament and plant forms meet in a balanced pattern. This makes the embroidery well suited to embroiderers who enjoy precision and decorative details.

Flowers and Branches is especially suitable for the lightly experienced embroiderer. The motif is not large, but the repeated forms require care. The symmetry makes it important to follow the pattern closely. In return, the work creates a beautiful result with a calm rhythm. The finished doily / napkin is a small embroidery with classic character and a fine blue colour palette. It can be used all year round and pairs well with other small embroidered textiles.