Sami are the indigenous people who inhabit the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia and have for thousands of years. They are well known for their reindeer herding, fine embroidery and sewing skills and strong culture. Their traditional craft of braided silver and pewter embroidery thread hand sewn to reindeer hide caught my attention a few years ago.
Although I can’t claim Scandinavian heritage, I am attracted to the simplicity of the designs, appreciate the workmanship, and love the softness of the reindeer leather. My daughter Lauren does most of the braiding, leaving the patience of the time consuming leather sewing to me.
Our bracelets are made from reindeer hide, reindeer antler buttons and woven thread made of pewter and 4% silver (nickel free) imported directly from a small town just south of the Arctic Circle in Sweden. We are excited to bring this ancient craft in line with the fashion trends of today using the traditional materials and designs of the Sami people.
Please take care of your handcrafted piece by not getting it wet: the leather doesn’t like it and neither does the thread. The reindeer hide is both supple and durable and ages beautifully if taken care of.
I love your new webite Lauren and Sarah!!!! and of course, all of your products!!
and now, I can order them from Australia on line 🙂
xo
Yes you can!! And I will personally deliver some next April.