Fiskene - wall hanging - Ida Winckler (IW)

Fiskene - wall hanging - Ida Winckler (IW)

"Fiskene" (Pisces) - wall hanging - Ida Winckler (IW) is an embroidery kit for a small square wall hanging with a simple and graphic fish motif. Two fish are positioned one above the other, facing in opposite directions. This gives the motif a fine sense of balance and movement.

The fish are embroidered in warm golden-brown shades on a light linen background. The distinct cross stitches and geometric shapes give the motif a decorative and almost ornamental expression.

The embroidery is stitched with Danish Flower Thread on Haandarbejdets Fremme linen 10B. The finished wall hanging measures 12 x 12 cm.

Two fish facing opposite directions

The motif consists of two large fish that fill most of the small surface. The upper fish faces left, while the lower fish faces right. Their opposing positions create rhythm and bring the motif to life.

The fish are outlined with clear contours. Their bodies are built up from open areas of cross stitch and more densely embroidered sections. This creates variation without the use of many colours.

The tails and fins are angular and distinctive. They give the figures character and emphasise the graphic design. Small differences in the pattern mean that the two fish do not appear as exact copies of one another.

A graphic motif in warm shades

The colour palette is simple. The golden-brown stitches stand out clearly against the light linen and give the motif a calm and earthy expression.

The limited use of colour makes the wall hanging easy to place in the home. At the same time, the many small cross stitches become an important part of the design.

The motif may evoke associations with the sea, fishing and coastal life, while also having a more decorative character. The fish are not depicted naturalistically, but interpreted in a simple, graphic form.

A small wall hanging with a distinctive shape

The finished wall hanging measures 12 x 12 cm. The small format makes the embroidery suitable for a narrow wall, a bookcase, a holiday home or a collection of small wall hangings.

"Fiskene" (Pisces) - wall hanging can also make a fine gift for someone who enjoys maritime motifs or classic cross stitch. The small format makes the project manageable, while the motif still offers plenty of structure and detail.

The embroidery is stitched with Danish Flower Thread. The matte surface of the thread suits the warm brown tones and graphic shapes well.

The fabric is Haandarbejdets Fremme linen 10B. The classic linen structure provides a fine base for the distinct cross stitches and open composition.

Haandarbejdets Fremme and Ida Winckler’s design language

Ida Winckler has created a small motif with strong shapes and a simple use of colour. The two fish work together as a pair, creating balance through their opposing positions.

Haandarbejdets Fremme is known for embroidery kits with fine materials and designs where tradition and clear form go hand in hand. In this kit, the fish motif becomes a compact wall hanging with graphic character.

"Fiskene" (Pisces) - wall hanging - Ida Winckler (IW) is an embroidery kit for those who love maritime motifs, small wall hangings and classic cross stitch.