Swedish Weaving is a traditional stitching technique that was first found among linens dated to the 1600's. Its origin has not been precisely identified, but because of the frequency with which this technique was found on Swedish linens, it became linked to this Ethnic group. It is also known as Huck Weaving, taking the name from a type of fabric on which it was stitched, called huck toweling or huckabuck.

Swedish weaving was popular in this country until around the 1950's. As the number of automatic dishwashers in the home increased, the need for "dish towels" decreased, with the resulting decline in this form of stitching.

In recent years, with the widespread use of Aida and a whole range of new novelty fibers, there has been resurgence in interest in this technique. The term "Swedish Weaving" encompasses the broader range of fibers and ground fabrics currently being used.

Most Swedish weaving patterns are abstract and often feature pyramid-like designs. The fibers lie on the face of the fabric, and the design is made up of a number of rows running either vertically or horizontally across the fabric. Occasionally, patterns for simple designs, freestanding shapes, and alphabets may be seen.

Traditional Swedish weaving designs often feature multiple shades of one or two colors, with identical fibers used throughout the design. The fibers used most commonly were 6-strand floss and pearl cotton. Early pattern books were in the form of a picture of the finished article, some indication of the amount of fiber needed per row, and instructions on the number of rows to leave between the loops. Many contemporary patterns are based on these traditional designs. Current instructions have been translated into working charts, and use a variety of different colors, textures and fibers.

Swedish weaving is easily mastered, with projects that that work up quickly. Many new applications are feasible when the technique is considered as fabric, thus allowing for new and expanded uses for needlework.