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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2027-02-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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SUMMARY:Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Dried Florals Wreath with Elle Sullivan
DESCRIPTION:Create a stunning dried flower wreath for the winter season with instructor Elle Sullivan in this two-hour evening workshop. \nBring a little color to your home this winter in this floral wreath workshop with farmer-florist Elle Sullivan of Mellifera Flowers! Using vibrant dried flowers\, leaves\, and grasses\, students will build hand-tied wreath from preserved elements of last year’s harvest. The workshop will begin with a discussion of color theory and other design principles to consider for wreath-making\, and Elle will demo the tips and tricks she’s cultivated over the years for making a balanced and personality-filled wreath. Students will finish the workshop with a long lasting completed wreath made on a 10″ base. \nAdditional information: \n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $50 materials fee is due in class to the instructor and covers all materials to make a 10″ wreath.\nThis workshop is suitable for students 18+.\nNo previous experience necessary.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/dried-florals-wreath-with-elle-sullivan/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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SUMMARY:Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Binding a Hardcover Book with Maeve Gathje
DESCRIPTION:Get started with bookbinding while creating a hardcover book just the size and colors you need. \nThis class meets Saturday\, February 6 and Sunday\, February 7\, 9 am-4 pm both days. \nA handmade hardcover book can record anything from journal entries to sketches\, recipes to guest remembrances. This class focuses on a style of codex bookbinding (i.e.\, folded pages attached to a binding) with a sewn text block\, resulting in a strong and firm set of pages inside a book cloth-wrapped hardcover. Working alongside instructor Maeve Gathje\, students will complete all the steps of binding at least one book\, and begin or even complete at least one more\, as well as leave with the skills and tools to continue binding books beyond the course. Throughout the class\, Maeve will address various tools\, alternative techniques\, design elements\, problem-solving strategies\, and questions about future adventures in bookbinding. \n  \nPrerequisites: \n\nAdvanced registration required.\nSkill level: Open to all skill levels.\nAges: Suitable for ages 18+.\n\n  \nTools and Materials: \n\nAn $85 materials fee is due in class to the instructor and includes materials and tool use for at least two books.\nBooks need to be pressed overnight after binding\, and students have several options: they may provide their own book press (at least 8″ x 14″ and fits books up to 2″ deep) or purchase one from the instructor for $45\, which allows them to take their books home on the last night of class. Alternatively\, students may leave their books pressing overnight at ASI and pick up their finished books later in the week for no additional charge.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/binding-a-hardcover-book-with-maeve-gathje/
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270209T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270209T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2027-02-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260929T211059Z
CREATED:20260904T202746Z
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SUMMARY:Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Advanced Scandinavian Green Woodcarving with Paul Linden
DESCRIPTION:Tackle advanced green woodcarving skills while carving bowls and spoons in the Scandinavian tradition\, using fresh cut wood\, axes and gouges. \nOver twelve sessions\, instructor Paul Linden will help students grow in the woodcarving practice\, with in depth discussions about selecting materials\, hand tool technique and care\, preparing blanks\, and finishing. This is a technique focused class and is suitable for advanced students with previous green woodworking experience. \n\nThis class meets for 12 sessions on Wednesdays\, February 10-May 5\, from 6:30-9 pm each session. No class on March 10. \n\n  \nAdditional information: \n\nPlease note that Paul Linden has previously offered eight-week winter and spring woodcarving classes; in 2027 only one 12 week session will be offered.\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $50 materials fee is payable to Paul at the beginning of class and covers all tools and materials for the entire course.\n\n  \nPrerequisites: \n\nPhysical ability: Considerable hand strength and flexibility is required.\nSkill level: This class is suitable for students who already have green woodcarving experience\, such as taking several multi-day classes or previously carved spoons\, bowls\, or other green wood items and who are looking to increase their skills. Students are encouraged to bring their own favorite carving tools.\nAges: Suitable for ages 16+.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/advanced-scandinavian-green-woodcarving-with-paul-linden/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Felted Heart Garland
DESCRIPTION:Explore needle-felting with felter Jen Newberg and create a needle-felted heart garland made of colorful wool for Valentine’s Day. \nMake a sweet garland of colorful wooly hearts just in time for Valentine’s Day! Felter Jen Newburg will lead kids and their special adults through the process of shaping and decorating a set of wool hearts using the magical technique of needle felting\, then string them together into a garland. \nAdditional information: \n\nAdvanced registration required.\nA $25 materials fee is due in class to the instructor\, and covers all materials and tools.\nPhoto Credit: Jen Newburg\n\nPrerequisites: \n\nThis program is for one child and one adult to attend together\, and each will work on their own projects.\nPlease reach out if you wish to confirm available space for additional children to attend with a registered adult.\nSkill Level: Open to all skill levels.\nAges: This program is for children ages 5-10 and an adult.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/intergenerational-nordic-handcraft-workshop-felted-heart-garland/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft,Youth & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270216T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270216T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2027-02-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270218T203000
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SUMMARY:Makers Night
DESCRIPTION:Gather with other makers for a friendly and productive evening! Makers Night is a monthly opportunity every third Thursday for anyone interested in craft to work in community in our Berglund Studio Classroom or in the summer\, on our beautiful front lawn! Bring a project to work on and any tools you need\, and be ready to share conversation\, tips and questions. \nFree; no advanced registration required. ASI also offers weekly\, Virtual Makers Mornings.
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/makers-night-2/2027-02-18/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270223T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Makers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday Join other makers online for this weekly opportunity to work\, share\, and visit in a relaxed Virtual setting. Whether you knit\, carve\, weave\, sew\, spin\, crochet\, or do some other fascinating thing with your hands\, we invite you to tune in with a project to work on. All are welcome\, regardless of ability level or craft of choice! Drop in as often as you like\, for as long as you like to join the conversation. \nAdditional information \n\nRegistration is required for this free Virtual program.\nMakers need a device with video capabilities and a project to work on.\nBy registering\, makers will gain ongoing access to ASI’s Virtual Makers Mornings and receive weekly reminder emails.\n\n 
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/virtual-makers-mornings-2/2027-02-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nordic Handcraft
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