Scandinavian Superstitions – We are coming upon two seasonal times that are filled with superstitions and traditions – which for some people are interchangeable. October 31st, is All Hallows Day/Eve and in the northern hemisphere it is the day for recognizing the coming of winter. It was believed that all the evil spirits, goblins and… More Knock On Wood And Other Scandinavian Superstitions
A regular during Ingebretsen’s annual week of craft demonstrations, Phil Holtan, a professional woodturner, is always a crowd pleaser! His visit’s are an unique opportunity to see a demonstration of woodturning and speak with artist behind the lathe. What is woodturning? Woodturning is a unique form of woodworking that uses a tool called a lathe.… More Woodturning With Phil Holtan
September 29th is National Coffee Day and October 4th is Cinnamon Bun Day, or Kanelbullens dag, an annual celebration in Sweden. So it is a perfect week for Fika (pronounced fee-ka). Fika is a Swedish custom, a kind of social coffee break where people gather to have a cup of coffee or tea and something… More Eureka It’s Time For Fika