Nordic Handcraft
May 222 pm – 4:30 pm
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May 222:30pm – 3:30pm
The time when syrener–that is, lilacs–bloom is as much beloved in Sweden as in Minnesota. It tends to happen a little later in Sweden–late May or early June. Jag tycker att doften av syren är världens ljuvligaste. I think the scent of lilacs is the sweetest scent in the world.
I had such a wonderful time at ASI that I became a member! Thank you for the excellent programming you bring to our Twin Cities community!— ASI Member
I had such a wonderful time at ASI that I became a member! Thank you for the excellent programming you bring to our Twin Cities community!
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Create useful and beautiful objects inspired by Sweden’s long-standing handcraft tradition, slöjd.
Learn about our handcraft classes for all ages
Check out this small wooden spoon carved and painted by Jämt Olov Persson.
This coverlet was woven by an unknown maker using wool and hemp.
This wooden figure was carved by Axel Roberts Petersson. What do you think he’s up to?
By Robin Edward Trudel
By Otto Salomon
By Jerome E. Leavitt
By Erica Rice
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