During the workshop you will get to try the basics of wood carving and work with different types of materials. Morakniv will provide carving knives, and simple materials will be available to use free of charge. For those who would like to try more advanced options, pre-cut shapes such as butter knives, Dala horses, and stools will be available at cost price.
The workshop takes its starting point in the current exhibition Swedese x Morakniv – En hyllning till hantverket at Form/Design Center, where nine designers have used a carving knife to leave their mark on a wooden stool made from leftover materials. Representatives from Swedese and Morakniv will be present and will begin with a short introduction to the project. Designer Louise Hederström, who is represented in the exhibition, will also participate during the day.
About Swedese
Swedese is a Swedish furniture company founded in 1945 by brothers Yngve and Jerker Ekström together with Bertil Sjöqvist. The company has long been part of the Scandinavian design tradition and is known for furniture where form, function, and craftsmanship meet. Its most well-known design is the classic Lamino chair, designed by Yngve Ekström in 1956, which is today considered one of the most iconic armchairs in Swedish furniture design.
About Morakniv
Morakniv is a Swedish knife manufacturer based in Mora, in the province of Dalarna, with a long tradition of knife making dating back to the late 19th century. The company is known for its functional, high-quality knives and its strong connection to craftsmanship, outdoor life, and traditional woodcraft. Morakniv’s carving knives are used by both professional craftspeople and beginners and have become an essential tool in woodworking and wood carving.