CLASSES
We are always working on offering more classes. We'll announce any upcoming classes here, via our classes only email list and on Facebook and Instagram.
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Rosemaling Classes
Rosemaling (rose painting) is a form of beautiful decorative folk painting that developed in Norway around the 1700s. Looking to learn the folk art and styles of Norwegian Rosemaling? If you are interested, please visit rosemalingclasses.com for information on in-person and Zoom classes across the U.S.
SINGLADE BALL CLASS with Maren Christensen
Making Singlade balls is an traditional Scandinavian craft, handed down by grandparents to their grandchildren. Each ball is hand-stitched with scrap yarn, and make colorful toys for children and cats alike.
More dates coming soon!
Class cost: $40
DALA COW PAINTING CLASS with Julie Anderson
Just in time for the State Fair! Get your cow ready to show and maybe you’ll earn a blue ribbon in the Cattle Barn.
Explore Swedish-inspired folk art painting and paint your own wooden Dala Cow.
Saturday, August 22nd from 10am to 3pm
Class cost: $90 all materials included
Class full
COLORWORK KNITTING CLASS with Kate & Laila
Join Kate and Laila and learn how to use two colors of yarn to knit a colorwork chart. You will make a “speed swatch” and gain the skills to start a stranded colorwork project of your own. The swatch can also be saved and used as a mug rug! This is an in-person class at Ingebretsen’s Nordic Marketplace.
Saturday, September 12th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Class cost: $55
HARDANGER HEARTS CLASS with Becky Lieser
Make something special for your loved ones with this kit of three unique heart ornaments, each approx. 3x2.5”. This class is ideal for an advanced beginner who has some needlework experience. To complete this piece, you may need to stitch outside of classtime.
Thursdays, October 15th & 22nd from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class cost: $85
HARDANGER STARS CLASS with Becky Lieser
Make something special for your holiday with this kit of three unique star ornaments, each approx. 3x3”. This class is ideal for an advanced beginner who has some needlework experience. To complete this piece, you may need to stitch outside of classtime. With experienced teacher and needleworker, Becky Lieser
Saturdays, November 7th & 14th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class cost: $85
JULBOCK ORNAMENTS PAINTING CLASS with Julie Anderson
Join us for a relaxed day of painting - beginners welcome! You’ll learn about Scandinavian folk art and patterns, and then design and paint two julbock ornaments of your own. This class is designed for all skill levels-including those who have not painted before. All supplies are provided, and your instructor will guide you through the process, from researching traditional styles to designing your own motif.
Saturday, November 21st from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Class cost: $90
To register for a class via telephone, you can call our main store at 612-729-9333 and reserve your place with a credit card.
If you have questions about a class, want to be kept in the loop regarding upcoming classes, or would like to connect about teaching a class, please email classes@ingebretsens.com
Be sure to check the location of the class in which you are interested.
Unless noted, classes are at our main store, 1601 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis. We also hold classes, especially for cooking, at Norway House, 913 E Franklin Avenue.
Cancellations must be made one week in advance to receive a refund.