Craft

The crafts of Scandinavia have been handed down for centuries. From carving to rosemaling, from knitting to hardanger, these Nordic traditions are still being practiced today. You can find crafts at our store here, needlework here, and knitting here.

Read about some of our favorite makers and methods:

Sylvsmidja Sølje

Sylvsmidja has been crafting bunad silver for over 80 years. They specialize in traditional craftsmanship and quality to last generations, ...
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The artist Mindy Schumacher standing in front of a chest of drawers with bobbins of thread on top.

Mindy Schumacher – Artist Feature

“I originally drew the snail and mushroom design for my daughter, and it has stood the test of time, “ ...
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caribou embroidery kit

Embroidery Kits

Quickly becoming an Ingebretsen's favorite and bestseller, we can't get enough of the intricate embroidery kits from Hook Line & ...
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Woodturning With Phil Holtan

A regular during Ingebretsen's annual week of craft demonstrations, Phil Holtan, a professional woodturner, is always a crowd pleaser! His ...
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Teacher Profile: Kate Sterner with Singlade bollar

Kate with a handful of the many singlade balls she has stitched. There is a basket on a table in ...
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February is National Embroidery Month

This blog will give you an overview of embroidery and some links where you can learn more. Ingebretsen’s carries numerous ...
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Erik and Michele Vevang – Teaching mindfulness through spooncarving

Ingebretsen’s presents classes on crafts, cooking, needlework, knitting, and Nordic culture. Periodically, our blog will feature profiles of our teachers ...
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On the close of St. Distaff Day

Settle in with your spindle this evening to mark  St. Distaff Day. Yes, a distaff is an object, not a ...
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We Wish You A Marius Christmas

This is the Marius pattern (shown here on a dishtowel). It is the most popular pattern for sweaters in Norway, ...
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Steller Quality

Julie Steller’s beautiful up-cycled mittens, bags, and denim jackets will be at Ingebretsen’s, along with the textile artist herself, this ...
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