Dreaming of a bunad?
Updated: Aug 25
Master bunadtilverker Gina Nylund took us on a whirlwind tour over all of Norway, giving a broad overview of this iconic and beautiful clothing and its regional (and sub-regional) variations. With humor and enthusiasm, she shared tips for wearing, cleaning, and preserving a bunad using examples from the bunader worn by those who participated.
Her presentation was a perfect example of what Sons of Norway is all about: Discovering more deeply and meaningfully the culture that connects us and celebrating its contemporary expression in the bunad, Norway's national dress. Gina didn't just talk about bunader, though. She talked about the bunad-making process at her studio in Spokane and shared examples of jewelry, scarves, headbands, fabric, and other bunad accessories. You can learn more about Gina and her offerings at bunadcreations.com.
Thank you to all who wore your bunad or brought it with you! And thank you to all who brought food or just showed up--we appreciate your support!
Kardamummebullar recipe
Some of you asked for the recipe for the Cardamom Rolls that were served. This recipe is from Cecelia Tolone, a Swedish baker living in Stockholm. You can find her recipe at https://ceciliatolone.substack.com/p/swedish-cardamom-buns-everything. You can get the decorticated cardamom on Amazon. We have used the Rani and the Unpretentious brands with good results. You will need a spice grinder, of course. You can also find decorticated cardamom at Spoons & Spice.
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