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Envision the harsh but beautiful landscape of northern Sweden
above the arctic circle, often referred to as the land of the midnight
sun and the northern lights. This is the home for the Saami People
also know as the Lapplanders. Ever since the 16th century they have
used a metal thread made of pewter and silver for decorating their
clothing and making jewelry. I braid this unique thread and sew
it onto the leather by hand. For closure I use hand carved antler
buttons or a pewter button. Northern Sweden is my homeland and the
source for most of my materials and inspiration. |
