Nyhavn - wall piece - Ida Winckler (IW)
- Motif: Atmospheric cross stitch embroidery of Nyhavn with colourful facades, a classic boat at the quay and calm water surfaces. A lively city motif with fine details and a maritime atmosphere.
- Size: 16 x 22 cm
- Thread: Danish Flower Thread
- Fabric: Haandarbejdets Fremme (HF) – Linen 12B
- Designer: Ida Winckler
Nyhavn - wall piece - Ida Winckler (IW)
Nyhavn - wall piece - Ida Winckler (IW) captures the familiar atmosphere of Copenhagen’s iconic harbour front. The characteristic colourful houses stand side by side in clear shades. The facades create a lively backdrop with fine window details and small architectural variations.
In front of the row of houses, a classic boat is moored along the quay. The red boat creates a beautiful contrast to the cooler tones of the water. At the same time, it adds life and movement to the motif. The simple lines of the water surface bring calm and balance to the composition.
The embroidery is worked in cross stitch. The stitches highlight the graphic surfaces and the small details in both the buildings and the boat. The motif has a slightly simplified expression, while still maintaining a recognisable and cosy atmosphere.
The embroidery is stitched on Haandarbejdets Fremme linen fabric 12B using Danish Flower Thread. This combination creates a clear and classic result. The thread ensures clean colours, while the linen adds texture and depth.
The format of 16 x 22 cm makes the wall piece ideal for smaller frames. It fits well into both modern and traditional interiors. The motif can stand alone or be part of a collection of city and landscape designs.
Ida Winckler has created a design that combines recognisable Danish culture with the simple language of embroidery. The result is a decorative embroidery design that brings a small piece of Copenhagen into the home.
About Haandarbejdets Fremme
Haandarbejdets Fremme has a strong tradition of communicating Danish culture through embroidery. Many motifs are based on nature, architecture and everyday life. This makes the embroidery designs both recognisable and timeless.
A lesser-known aspect is that city motifs such as Nyhavn have not been as widespread as floral embroidery designs. This is precisely why this design stands out. It shows how embroidery can also interpret urban spaces and cultural history with the same precision as botanical motifs.
