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SUMMARY:Leksand-style Needlework Workshop with Kirsi Manni
DESCRIPTION:This class runs Fri-Sun\, October 2-4\, 9 am-4 pm each day. \n\nJoin Kirsi Manni\, a textile expert and teacher from Dalarna\, Sweden\, for a weekend of applique and embroidery in the traditional Leksand folk costume style. Each students will choose a pattern for a decorative pocket\, which is suitable for adding to a folk costume or adapting as a purse\, or a masma sewing kit pouch. Kirsi will present historic items from ASI’s material collections and her own personal collection to set in context the rich history or folk costume embellishment in Sweden. Students will practice Laska-herringbone stitch\, wool felt applique\, and couching techniques as they work on their projects. \nKirsi Manni is the owner of Art&Craft Sweden and lives in Siljansäs\, Dalarna. Over one week this fall\, Kirsi will bring her expertise in Leksand style folk dress to ASI. Kirsi is also offering an introductory level embroidery class for beginners and a talk about her personal experience with folk costume traditions. \n\nAdditional information\n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $45 materials fee is included in the class fee and includes all necessary materials. Students should bring their favorite sewing needles and other hand sewing tools; a pair of fabric shears\, small thread scissors\, and favorite thimbles\, if you use them for sewing\, are highly recommended. Students should also bring magnification (i.e.; readers) if they use them for close work.\n\n  \nPrerequisites:\n\nAges: Suitable for ages 18+.\nSkill level: This workshop welcomes students of all experience levels\, but students will progress further with this project if they have previous hand sewing experience.\nPhysical ability: This class requires good hand and finger dexterity and the ability to sit for long periods of time.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/leksand-style-needlework-workshop-with-kirsi-manni/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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SUMMARY:Preschool Program:  Slöjd & Spiders with Silverwood Park
DESCRIPTION:Families can explore Swedish and Swedish American culture through ASI’s Preschool Program with Silverwood Park. Designed for children ages 3-5 and their favorite grownups\, this hands-on experience invites children and grownups to learn side by side through music\, movement\, creative play\, and seasonal activities. \nInspired by Swedish preschools\, where children spend much of their day outdoors\, this program encourages exploration\, confidence\, and respect for nature. Participants will meet an ASI educator in the Silverwood parking lot and explore the park with ASI educators and Three Rivers Park District naturalists. Families will read stories\, sing songs\, and discover spiders\, spider webs\, and embroidery. Through Slöjd textile activities\, preschoolers explore the wonder of spider webs using natural materials while learning about craft\, creativity\, and the natural world\, with clear ties to Swedish tradition. \nAdditional information: \n\nThe program will take place rain or shine\, so participants should dress for the weather.\nAdult accompaniment and advance registration are required\, and one adult may attend per registered preschooler.\nFurther instructions will be emailed after registration.\nThe program may be canceled due to low registration\, so please register by Friday\, September 25 if you are interested.\nAdvanced registration required.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/preschool-program-slojd-spiders-with-silverwood-park/
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CATEGORIES:Youth & Family
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