virkkuusäve
Virkkuusäve is a term used in Finnish textile art and sound studies to describe the audible character produced by crochet work. The word blends virkkaus (crocheting) with a notion of tone or melody, and it is used to refer to the rhythmic, percussive, and tonal qualities that arise from crocheting with a hook and yarn.
Etymology and concept: The name virkkuusäve derives from the activity of crochet and the idea that craft
Characteristics: Virkkuusäve encompasses the sounds produced during crochet, including the clicking of the hook on yarn,
Context and usage: While not a standardized term in formal craft lexica, virkkuusäve appears in contemporary