Crochet Terms and Abbreviations from French to Norwegian: Complete Glossary
Norway, like many Nordic countries, is particularly fond of handicrafts such as knitting and crocheting. With so many enthusiasts of these arts, there are a multitude of patterns available! While the majority are in English, a few nuggets are available exclusively in Norwegian. It would be a shame to miss out on these treasures simply because of the language barrier.
That’s why you’ll find a complete table here, designed to help you translate these unique patterns that can’t be found elsewhere. A PDF version is also available for download or printing, handy to keep with you for crocheting in all circumstances!
Why learn Norwegian crochet vocabulary?
Access to unique and original patterns
Knowing the Norwegian crochet vocabulary allows you to discover and create original patterns often unavailable in other languages. Norway has a rich handicraft culture, with many patterns that reflect its Nordic identity. So, mastering the specific terms allows you to take full advantage of these unique creations without coming up against the language barrier.
Expand your crochet skills
Learning Norwegian crochet vocabulary also helps to enrich your technical knowledge. Every language has its own particular techniques and methods of production. By translating Norwegian patterns, you can integrate these innovative techniques and diversify your creative skills.
Take part in a wider community
Mastering Norwegian crochet terms gives you the opportunity to exchange ideas and become part of an international community of passionate crocheters. This facilitates interaction on forums, discussion groups or social networks dedicated to this practice. You can share your creations, ask questions and get advice directly from Norwegian designers.
Gaining independence and confidence
Understanding the specific vocabulary of Norwegian crochet enables you to work independently with foreign patterns. This reduces your dependence on existing translations, enabling you to tackle any pattern in Norwegian with confidence. This autonomy boosts your confidence and considerably expands your creative scope.
The Norwegian – English Crochet Glossary
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| English US | Abbreviation (EN) | Norwegian | Abbreviation (NO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Stitches | |||
| Chain | ch | Luftmaske | lm |
| Single crochet | sc | Fastmaske | fm |
| Half double crochet | hdc | Halvstav | hst |
| Double crochet | dc | Stav | st |
| Treble | tr | Dobbelstav | dbst |
| Double treble | dtr | Trippelstav | trpst |
| Slip stitch | slst | Kjedemaske | kjm |
| Techniques | |||
| Increase | inc | Økning / Auking | |
| Decrease | dec | Felling | |
| Magic circle | mc | Magisk ring | |
| Work in round | (hekle) rundt / i ring | ||
| Work in row | (hekle) fram og tilbake (i rader) | ||
| Row | Rad | ||
| Repeat | rep | Gjenta | |
| Position & Instructions | |||
| Back loop only | blo | hekle kun i bakre maskeledd | bml |
| Front loop only | flo | hekle kun i fremre maskeledd | fml |
| Insert in | stikk inn i | ||
| Crochet together | tog | hekle sammen | |
| Continue | cont | Fortsett / Hald fram | |
| Skip a stitch | sk | Hopp over | |
| Fasten off | fo | Klipp tråden og fest den Klipp av garnet, og fest enden med ei nål |
|
| Yarn over | Yo | Hent tråden | |
| Cut the yarn | Klipp tråden | ||
| Materials & Tools | |||
| Yarn / Wool | Garn | ||
| Yarn weight | garntykkelse / garntjukkleik | ||
| Hook | Heklenål | ||
| Hook size | heklenålstørrelse / heklenålstorleik | ||
| Tapestry needle | stoppenål | ||
| Stitch marker | Maskemarkør | ||
| Gauge | strikkefasthet | ||
| Thread | Tråd | ||
| Safety eyes | sikkerhetsøyne | ||
| Needle | synål | ||
| Stuffing | fyllvatt | ||
| Scissors | Saks | ||
| Knitting needles | strikkepinne | ||
| Textured or Special stitches | |||
| Popcorn stitch | pc | Popcornmaske | |
| Bobble stitch | Boblemaske | ||
| Star stitch | Stjernemønster / Stjernemaske | ||
| Shell stitch | Skjellmønster | ||
| Filet stitch | Filethekling | ||
| Cable stitch | Flette | ||
| V-stitch | V-maske | ||
| Ribbing stitch | Ribbemaske | ||
| Other terms | |||
| Tension | Heklefasthet | ||
| Pattern | Oppskrift | ||
| Free pattern | gratis oppskrift | ||
| Invisible join | Usynlig søm / Usynleg saum | ||
| Joining | montering | ||
| Pick up stitches | plukke opp masker | ||
| Slip knot | glideknute | ||
I hope this English-Norwegian dictionary of essential terms used in crochet patterns will make your life easier. To keep this valuable information always accessible, don’t forget to download your PDF!
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