Week 26
Lafting (Log Cabin Building)
Ottar Romtveit Olav Romtveit
24.6-7.7
Course nr. 1310
In this course you may choose to build your own cabin (self-builder) or to be a regular course
participant where you help to build another’s cabin. If you would like to be a self-builder, you must
provide the drawings and the materials yourself. The maximum size of a lafted cabin is 20 m squared.
During the course, you will make a good start on the walls of the cabin. You will learn about
materials, dimensioning and quality standards. You will also learn to set up the necessary tools.
Participants must bring along their own hand tools and protective gear. It is possible to rent lafting
tools for NOK 300. Ottar Romtveit is a building master and works professionally with lafting. The
course lasts for 2 weeks. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 9600,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 9000,-
Work with Silver / Filigree
Gunnhild Astrid Evju
24.6-7.7
Course nr. 1364
Make your own filigree brooch. This course is geared towards those who have some experience
working with silver. We will work with different filigree techniques such as twisting wire, making
flourishes, melting beads, etc. Hammering silver plates and sawing techniques are also a natural part
of the work. If there is ample time, we will look at stone setting. In the end, we will treat the surface of
the jewelry. There will be some additional costs for the silver raw materials. Gunnhild Astrid Evju has
an apprenticeship diploma in filigree, education from the National College of Arts and Industry in
Oslo, and a Masters Degree from Telemark University College, Rauland. The course lasts from
Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 9600,-
Accommodation and food NOK 9000,-
Decorated Sheepskin Blankets, traditional sewing and printing
24.6-30.6
Britt Solheim
Course nr. 1301
As a participant, you will learn to cut and sew a sheepskin blanket by hand using traditional methods.
Participants will learn about appropriate materials, tools for skinnfell sewing, traditional uses of
colour, composition and ornamentation in decorative printing, and will practice printing on the sheep
skins themselves. Britt Solheim has held skinnfell courses for many years and has published the book
“Skinnfeller du kan lage selv” (Sheepskin Blankets You Can Make Yourself). No prior experience
necessary. The cost of materials depends on the type of skins and how many you choose to decorate.
The price of each skin varies from NOK 900-1500. It is customary to use 4-6 skins. Other materials,
including skjærnåler (cutting needles), pincers and linen thread, cost NOK 400 all together. Britt
Solheim can procure materials and has tools available for rent for those who require them. She will
send additional information about skins and prices to all participants before the course. She would also
like to confer with each participant beforehand about the type and size of the skins they wish to use.
The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Tapestry Weaving
Anne Gro Johansen
24.6-30.6
Course nr. 1388
This course is for new, and also for experienced, tapestry weavers. You are welcome to weave
traditionally or experimentally depending on your own wishes. During the course, you will be taught
basic techniques in both traditional and in newer variations. For beginners, it is wise to start with a test
piece. The teacher will provide schematics and yarn. Or, if you have a pattern in mind, you will
receive help to make your own composition. There is no need to be skilled at drawing to take this
course. Tapestry weaving is a wide field and you can decide for yourself which area you would like to
work with: techniques, colors, combination of materials, composition or expression. You must have
your own tapestry weaving frame/loom. Contact the teacher if you need materials. Anne Gro Johansen
is a tapestry weaver and has taught for many years. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Machine Knitting, Basics
Maria Valsdottir
24.6-30.6
Course 1306
This course is an overview of the different techniques that are common to machine knitting.
Participants must have a basic knowledge of machine knitting and should be able to cast on and off.
Bring along your own knitting machine, electronic or punch card. Machines are available to rent for
NOK 500. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Make a knife with silver fittings
Morten Håkonsen
24.6-30.6
Course nr. 1342
During this course, you will learn the whole process involved in making a knife with silver fittings. It
will be quite busy during the course and everyone will make the same model of knife. A great variety
of techniques will be covered including the cutting of the sheath, moistening and puncturing, sewing,
decoration and surface treatment, choosing material for the shaft, shaping, silver work, welding, etc.
The course is geared towards those who have made knives before and knowledge of silversmithing is a
bonus. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500
Wood Carving, dragon-style
Rune Hjelen
24.06-30.6
Course nr. 1323
In this course, you will learn about working with materials and honing iron. The course is appropriate
for both experienced wood carvers and for beginners who will receive a basic introduction to dragonstyle. Fixed assignments will be given to the participants. The cost of materials for the course is NOK
800. Renting iron costs NOK 300. www.runehjelen.no The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until
Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 5500,-
Accommodation and food NOK 4500,-
Photography with a Digital Camera, 1
Dagfinn Kristiansen
24.6 – 27.6
Course nr. 1378
This course is directed towards those who would like to take better pictures by learning more about the
functions/settings and limitations of the digital camera. They key words for the workshop are: whitebalance, ISO, flash, photography in light without a flash, direction of light, macro-photography, depth
sharpness, light compensation, effects with different shutter speeds, use of a stand, hand-held, digital
zoom, file size, formatting the card, making photographic art, avoiding red-eye, portraits, landscapes,
abstract motif composition, photo elements, etc. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Thursday
12:00. Registration deadline 13.5
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and food NOK 2250,-
Photography with a digital camera, intermediate course
Dagfinn Kristiansen
27 - 30.6
Course nr. 1302
This course is for photographers who have been to photography courses previously or for
those who have done a great deal of work with digital cameras, but who would like to sharpen
their skills regarding, for example, the possibilities afforded by a digital camera. It coule be
advantageous to have a “speilrefleks” camera with one or more “objectives”. After a review
of how a digital camera works, we emphasize the following aspects: shutter, white balance,
ISO, correct use of flash, photography without a flash, angle of light, macro-photography,
light compensation, effects with different shutter speeds, zoom, making photo art, concrete
and abstrakt motifs, composition, picture elements, etc. Course participants must bring their
own digital camera with the instruction manual, charger and preferably two memory cards.
Dagfinn Kristiansen has worked with photography for 35 years and over 15 years with a
digital camera. His website is www.fotodagfinn.no . The course lasts from Thursday 19:00
until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.5
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and food NOK 2250,-
Week 27
Clothing Redesign
Veronika Glitsch
1.7-7.7
Course nr. 1362
Do you have clothing lying around that no longer fits but is made of material you like and is not yet
worn out? If so, you can learn to make completely new garments out of those old clothes. During this
course, you will receive guidance for bringing out your own ideas and wishes. You will learn to take
apart old clothing and use the pieces to make a new garment. Perhaps you would like to preserve some
small details from the old garment. Could a clasp or a lining be used again on a new piece of clothing?
When you have fitted the garment on a bust, you will learn sewing techniques necessary to achieve a
professional result. Bring along your used clothes that have slightly different qualities of fabric: thick,
thin, woven, knitted (jersey fabric or thicker knitwear). It could also be fun to bring along ribbon,
buttons, zippers, elastic, etc., that you might need for the new clothes. www.veronikaglitsch.no The
course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Felting
Toril Vestad
1.7-7.7
Course nr. 1367
This is a basic course in felting where we concentrate on making clothes, dress, vest or jacket, with
inlayed silkfabric (nanofilt). The final products will each be unique with a personal flare. Participants
at all levels of experience are welcome. The cost of materials is NOK 700 for one dress.
www.cocoonart.no The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and food NOK 4500,-
Landscape Painting
1.7 - 7.7
Kjersti Eliassen
Course 1353
In this course in landscape painting, we will address basic colour theory and composition. We will
make sketches outdoors and work further with the painting both in and out of doors. Everyone will
receive individual attention and we will draw from art history examples to address the different
problems we encounter along the way. Bring along warm clothes so that you will be able to be outside
on a regular basis. In addition to being an active painter, Kjersti Eliassen has her education from
Teacher Training College, Oslo Drawing and Painting School and The National Academy of Art.
The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and food NOK 4500,-
Bobbin Lace, Basics
Anna Sigurdardottir
1.7-7.7
Course nr. 1374
This course teaches the basic techniques for bobbin lace making. The course is suitable both for new
beginners and for those who have some experience. Teaching involves individual assistance. The cost
of materials is approximately NOK 900. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Woodturning
Rune Hjelen
1.7-7.7
Course nr. 1360
Basic techniques for woodturning. Teaching, both practical and theoretical, includes the use of tools,
sharpening, methods of mounting, and choice of materials. During the last half hour of each day, there
will be a discussion with question and answer time. www.runehjelen.no The course lasts from
Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00 Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Tægerbinding (Root Weaving)
Signe Irene Berg
1.7-7.7
Course nr. 1328
Tæger (slender roots or fibers) come from swamps or sandy places and are cleaned and cut. We will
weave them together in various patterns. We will make plates, bowls, baskets, and other useful
objects. New beginners may purchase tæger from the teacher. It takes a long time to procure tæger, so
participants who are able to should gather them before the course begins. No prior experience
necessary. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 21.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Week 28
Lafting (Log Cabin Building) 2
Ottar Romtveit
8.7-21.7
Course nr. 1332
The first course in lafting this summer started June 24. This is a course for those who participated in
the first course or have correspondingly skills. In this course you may choose to build your own cabin
(self-builder) or to be a regular course participant where you help to build another’s cabin. If you
would like to be a self-builder, you must provide the drawings and the materials yourself. The
maximum size of a lafted cabin is 20 m squared. During the course, you will make a good start on the
walls of the cabin. You will learn about materials, dimensioning and quality standards. You will also
learn to set up the necessary tools. Participants must bring along their own hand tools and protective
gear. It is possible to rent lafting tools for NOK 300. Ottar Romtveit is a building master and works
professionally with lafting. The course lasts for 2 weeks. Registration deadline 27.5
Course fee NOK 9600,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 9000,-
Design, Pattern Construction and Sewing Clothes
Veronika Glitsch
8.7-14.7
Course nr. 1330
Would you like to make your own clothes, but do not know how to go about making sewing patterns?
Is it impossible to find clothes in exactly your size? Do you, for example, have a dress in mind that
you can never find in stores? Is there a favorite old worn out garment in your closet that you are
longing to have a copy of? In this course, we work with basic pattern construction for clothing,
particularly skirts, tops, and trousers. Participants choose a pattern, adjust it according their
preferences, and create a canvas model for testing, and continue adjustments until they have created
their own designs. You will learn how to adjust a basic pattern, make it bigger, change the shape and
place seams where you wish to make your own unique design. The last few days of the course will be
spent making the garment that you designed. Participants will learn how to use the pattern to clip out
fabric pieces for the garment, and the sewing techniques necessary to provide a professional-looking
result. During the sewing process, we use our own bodies for fittings if we are sewing for ourselves.
The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. www.veronikaglitsch.no Registration
deadline 27.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Working with Silver for Beginners
Linn Sigrid Bratland
8.7-14.7
Course nr. 1329
During this course, we will make simple jewelers such as necklaces, rings, broaches, earrings,
bracelets and different sorts of chains. The course is geared towards beginners. You will receive a
basic introduction to materials and techniques. The cost of materials is approximately NOK 1500 2500. Linn Sigrid Bratland has a Masters Degree in Traditional Arts at Telemark University College,
Rauland. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 27.5
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Willow basket weaving
Klara Pil
8.7-14.7
Course nr. 1336
This course is geared towards both new beginners and advanced basket weavers. Basic techniques in
basket weaving will be taught including making a star base, different side weavings, taking down the
edge, putting on a handle and waling or upsetting. We will begin with round basket making. Those
who wish may make baskets with a Catalan base. That will be an exciting and unusual basket. At the
end of the course, you will have the opportunity to weave inspired yard ornaments. Participants can
either bring their own tools or borrow from Klara Pil. The essential tools are a sharp knife, garden
scissors, rapping iron, and sturdy awl. It would also be nice to have a weight and an old towel. Due to
practical reasons, Klara Pil must know the total number of registered course participants at least two
weeks before the start of the course. At that time, the willow will be moistened so that it is ready when
the course begins. See pictures of things that can be made: www.klarapil.no. The course lasts from
Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 27.5
Course fee NOK 5800,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Writing Course for Grandparents
Kjersti Wold
8.7 – 11.7
Course nr. 1303
In the book, “Writing Your Life Story”, Michael Oke writes, “Your history is unique. If it is not
written down, it will disappear…I believe that the most worthwhile thing we can give to our family
and to those who follow after us is an intimate, firsthand narrative of our lives.” During this course,
you will learn different techniques to assist you while you write down your experiences. You will
receive practical tips and advice for beginning and ending a writing project, working with your own
reminiscences and finding inspiration from your own life. No prior experience necessary. Kjersti Wold
is a fiction author and has published two books on creative writing together with Gro Dahle. She has
held several hundred writing courses and is one of the most sought-after instructors in the country.
www.kjerstiwold.no . The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Thursday 12:00. Registration
deadline 30.5
Course fee NOK 3900,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Sewing by hand, basic techniques
Anne Kari Martinsen
11.7 - 14.7
Course nr 1309
On this course you will learn the most common stitches that we use making a Norwegian folk
costume. We make a small garment just to learn the different stitches. The teacher would like to know
in advance if you have special wishes, such as a costume to sew. Material costs about 300.
The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 30.5
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Activity Week for children in Rauland
Many teachers
9.7 - 14.7
Course nr 1315
For the first time we arrange activity week for children from 8 to 14 years
Children are divided into 5 groups and get one day at each base.
Base 1: Textile day. Learn to spin yarn on hand, create your own keychain with colorful bands. Create
your own jump rope. Crochet tough headband etc.
Base 2: Whittle day. You learn whittle various things in the raw material. You can borrow a good,
sharp whittling knife. Afterwards you can color the things you've made.
Base 3: Silver Day. You learn to create a bracelet or ankle bracelet in silver.
Base 4: Outdoors Day. A day outdoors in search of traces of birds and animals. Creating a fire and
cook a meal on fire, whittling etc.
Base 5: Food Day. Join in the kitchen and make soup and rolls for your group. Afterwards we make
lefse and flatbread.
The course starts Thursday morning and lasts until Sunday at 12. Meet Tuesday evening if you have
accommodation and food at Raulandsakademiet.
On Sunday we exhibit the things that are made in the courses. We invite parents and others. Everyone
get a diploma.
Ask for separate registration form.
Post@raulandsakademiet.no tel. 35073292
Registration deadline 1 May.
Course fee: NOK 1600, - Accommodation and meals for children NOK 2250,- Accommodation and
meals for parents NOK 4500,-
Week 29
Gem Cutting
Birgith Hestangen
15.7 – 21.7
Course nr. 1387
This course focuses on gem cutting for jewelry. You will learn about particular qualities and attributes
a gem should have as well as practical cutting of various gems and shapes. No prior experience is
necessary to participate in the course. If you have a gem that you wish to cut, bring it along. If not,
Birgith has a wide selection to choose from. Birgith Hestangen is educated in the field of chemical
engineering, runs her own gem cutting workshop where she makes gift items from gems and combines
gems and silver for jewelry. www.steingaven.no The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 03.06
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Traditional wood drinking vessel, “Ølhøner”
Harald Kolstad
15.7-21.7
Course no: 1390
Ølhøner are traditional drinking vessels in the shape of a hen. They are richly decorated with
carvings and paint. You will learn how to make your own “ølhøne”, but also much about tradition,
symbolism, superstition and rituals connected to the vessel. Wood and tools can be purchased on the
course., NOK 1700. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 03.06
Course fee NOK 5200,- Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Leaded glass lamp
Andras Varga
15.7-21.7
Course nr. 1369
In this course, participants will make a lamp joined by lead. In the course of six days we will
learn about glass as a material, its historical background and the design process. We will get
an overview of famous stained glass throughout the world (with pictures) and explore
different styles that developed. Before we plan our own designs, we must understand what our
possibilities and limitations are in this medium. First, we practice glass cutting on normal
window glass before we can begin on our leaded glass window. Andras Varga is from
Hungary. He learned the leaded glass technique from a Serbian master. He has lived in
Norway since 2007 and worked with leaded glass in Tønsberg. He has restored stained glass
in the Uranienborg church and in the Tønsberg Cathedral. The cost of materials is
approximately 2000 Norwegian kroner. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 03.06
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Rosemåling (Rose Painting), Telemark style
Vivian Grieg Teisner
15.7 – 21.7
Course nr. 1365
This course is suited for the more experienced painters of rosemåling (rose painting). The painting will
be done with oil paints and each participant will receive individual tutoring and attention. In addition
to the prioritized practical work, there will be theoretical discussions about compositional aesthetics in
a Telemark style. Vivian Grieg Teisner has a master degree in traditional art at Telemark University
collage. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 03.06
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Raku pottery course
Erzsebet Kabai
15.7 - 21.7
Course nr 1350
In this course you will create your own pottery project. You learn how clay is shaped to cup or saucer.
We use different techniques to mold the clay. Finally comes a beautiful miracle, raku burning.
"Rakubrenning" is burning without oxygen. Using a hole in the soil, sawdust, fire and high
temperature ceramics are burned and change color.
Erzsebet Kabai is one of the most famous ceramist in Hungary, she has received high awards for his
work and has the title folk art masterpiece. She speaks English, but will be assisted by Katalin who
speak Norwegian. Material cost about NOK 1500.- The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 03.06
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Machine Knitting, Designa Knit
Maria Valsdottir
Course nr 1307
15.7 - 21.7
Become familiar with the computer program Designa Knit. It is taught in Designa Knit Version
Number 8. In this course we will go through the most commonly used techniques. Bring your own
knitting machine and equipment.Machines are available to rent for NOK 500.
The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 3.6
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Watercolour-Painting
Ivar Øksendal
15.7-21.7
Course nr. 1335
During this course, you will learn various watercolour-painting techniques. We will paint while
indoors and outdoors and subjects will include the painting of landscapes, still life and more. Ivar
Øksendal was educated at the National School of Art and Handwork and the National Academy of
Art. He is also a well-known artist whose works are displayed in several galleries. The course lasts
from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 3.6
Course fee NOK 5200 Accommodation and meals NOK 4500
Traditional baking
Anne Lise Andersen
15.7 - 18.7
Course nr.1395
Participants will bake traditional bread and "lefse" on the griddle, making kling (thin folded pastry),
brau (flatbread), lefse (thin potato pancakes), lapper (pancakes) and much more. The course lasts from
Monday 19:00 until Thursday 12:00. Registration deadline 3.6
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Restoration of old stoves
Anders Sundvold
15.7 - 18.7
Course nr 1321
Do not throw your old stove away Do not let your old stove become nails. After the restoration of the
stove, it will be good as a new one.
The course is suitable for anyone who is interested in taking care of old stoves. Anders Sundvold has
worked with old stoves for 20 years, and is currently busy restoring stoves at Eidsvold building. Take
a look at his homepage www.gamleovner.no where you can see a film and photos. The course lasts
from Monday 19:00 until Thursday 12:00. Registration deadline 3.6
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and food NOK 2250,-
Vegetarian food
Henriette Bohvim
18.7-21.7
Course nr 1345
Learn how you can make nice meals without meat and fish. We will cook hot and cold vegetarian
meals for everyday use and for party. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 06.06
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and food NOK 2250,-
Week 30
Bookbinding
22.7 - 28.7
Bookbinding is an old craft that appeals to both the dexterous and creative. The course will
demonstrate bookbinding techniques which you can do at home without too much special equipment.
We come to make a note or guestbook to exercise in technique and learn and understand the material.
Participants will learn how to make a photo album. We will decorate the paper so that each book is
unique.
Include at least four books that you wish to bind, and at least two books that you wish to repair. The
books should preferably not be valuable. Take even an ordinary paperback book or a collection of
loose sheets which you wish to bind. Material kit with everything you need, material and some hand
tools cost NOK 800 -. Lisa Bøthun is trained bookbinder and has had her own workshop in Tønsberg
since 2003.
Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Furniture Upholstery
Erik Melcher
22.7-28.7
Course nr. 1370
In this course, you can learn basic stuffing and upholstery techniques for your own chairs. Feel free to
bring antique chairs, but the woodwork must be in good condition. It may be appropriate for some
participants to learn about the lacing of springs. You may borrow a good deal of the necessary tools
and the teacher will provide material at the course. The cost of materials for a seat with springs is
approximately NOK 750. No prior experience necessary. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until
Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Old glazing techniques
22.7-28.7
Vivian Grieg Teisner
Course nr. 1352
This course focuses on the use of colours, some decoration, glazing and marbling. You must bring
along your own objects to be painted, for example: chairs, doors, chests or smaller objects. Vivian
Grieg Teisner has a master degree in traditional art at Telemark University collage. The cost of paint is
approximately NOK 300. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Weave wadmal (vadmel) and stamping
Eli Vesaas
22.7-28.7
Course nr. 1351
In this course, we will make approximately four meters of dense wool fabric. The fabric is in
natural colors (undyed). When you come to the course, you will learn how to use the loom.
When the fabric is woven, on Saturday, it will be stamped using a water-powered stamp in
Mjonøy in Vinje. The cost for materials is approximately 1000 Norwegian kroner. Eli Vesaas,
the weaving teacher, has produced woven products for sale and has held many courses. The
course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5800,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Birch bark braiding
Inger Johanne Larsen
22.7 - 28.7
Course nr 1334
The course will teach you to remove the birch bark, treatment, storage and processing. You learn
various braiding techniques and create both practical and decorative objects, including stars, baskets
and barrels. Inger Johanne Larsen has worked with birch bark since 1982 and has taught numerous
courses. Material cost in addition. Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Gilt Leather 1
Marit Furulund
22.7-28.7
Course nr. 1311
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the process of gilding leather: Eembellishing the
leather, laying the foundation, applying gold leaf, varnishing, and painting with oil paints. We will
use vegetable-tanned leathers. The teacher can procure materials if you have a difficult time obtaining
them. The cost of materials is approximately NOK 1300. The course is also open for more advanced
participants who has imprinted the leather and added the gold before coming to the course. The focus
will then be on handling the paint brush, colors and color combinations. Marit Furulund is a master of
gilding leather and has held numerous courses. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500
Dye wool yarn with plants
22.7 - 25.7
Berit Knai Johansen
Course nr 1359
Get red, yellow and blue colors from the nature.
In this course you will get an introduction to the entire color process, dyeing and finishing. We color
wool yarn with moss, indigo and other dyes from nature. Teacher takes with yarn and some dye for
sale. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Silver work for beginners
Anne Synnøve Berglund
22.7 - 28.7
Course nr. 1363
During this course, we will make simple jewelers such as necklaces, rings, broaches, earrings,
bracelets and different sorts of chains. The course is geared towards beginners. You will receive a
basic introduction to materials and techniques. Material cost. After the course you will be able to work
on your own. Anne Synnøve Berglund has a Masters Degree in Traditional Arts at Telemark
University College, Rauland. The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration
deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 5800,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 4500,-
Bags made of recycled inner tube from tractor
Else Ljungstrøm
22.7-25.7
Course nr. 1376
In this course we use a resource which usually is thrown away. The rubber inner tube is strong and
has many different patterns. We use inner tube from tractor and bicycle and make small and big bags
and other small products. The cost for materials is approximately NOK 350 – 500,The course lasts from Monday 19:00 until Thursday 12:00 Registration deadline 10.6
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Writing Course
Kjersti Wold
25.7 – 28.7
Course nr. 1320
This course is for anyone wishing to become better acquainted with the writer’s toolbox. Via various
writing assignments, you will gain insight into how to compose a poem, write a short story, or begin a
novel. The course is appropriate for everyone who is interested in writing or literature and requires no
prior experience. Kjersti Wold is a fiction author and has published two books on creative writing
together with Gro Dahle. She has held several hundred writing courses and is one of the most soughtafter instructors in the country. www.kjerstiwold.no The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until
Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 13.6
Course fee NOK 3900,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Week 41
Homemade Sausages,
Bodil Nordjore
10.10-13.10
Course nr. 1397
Learn to make sausages from different kinds of meat: moose, beef, lamb, pork, and other meats. Some
of the sausages will be salted or smoked and a variety of seasonings are available. These sausages are
called farmer sausages, Christmas sausages or traditional sausages. We guarantee that participants will
be able to bring many tasty sausages back home with them. The cost of materials is approximately
NOK 2500. Bodil Nordjore has worked with traditional food for 25 years and is the department head
of the traditional food study at Telemark University College, Rauland. Check out her new book “God
jolemat”, which came out before Christmas. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 4200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250.-
Woodturning, weekend course
Rune Hjelen
10.10 – 13.10
Course nr. 1392
This course is suited for more experienced woodturner. Teaching, both practical and theoretical,
includes the use of tools, sharpening, methods of mounting, and choice of materials. During the last
half hour of each day, there will be a discussion with question and answer time. www.runehjelen.no
The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00 Registration deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 3700,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Calligraphy, beginners
Borghild Telnes
10.10 - 13.10
Course no: 1386
The course gives a basic to the art of calligraphy. We will work with “Foundational Hand”, the
foundational alphabet in western calligraphy. In addition to this, layout and the history of writing will
be taught. The course will focus on practising the alphabet. Participants most probably won’t have
time to make a finished product. The required materials can be purchased from the tutor, but please
bring what you already have. Material costs: approximately NOK 250,-. No previous experience is
required. www.firingan.com. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration
deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Tablet weaving (card weaving), part 2
Sonja Berlin
10.10 – 13.10
Course nr 1358
Since her first book, “Brickvävda band” came out in 1978, Sonja Berlin has taught this
technique so that it can be used today. The important thing is to use the tools, keep the
knowledge alive and continue to practice by combining different textile techniques so that we
can enjoy this art form today. The possibilities for patterns are endless. This course is number
two of the four steps of the tablet weaving method. www.sonjaberlin.com
The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 3900,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Small things of sheep skin
Britt Solheim
10.10 – 13.10
Course nr. 1304
In this course, we make wristbands, scarves, hats, baby booties, mittens, seat covers, pillows.
You can buy skins and tools from Britt. Special tools cost approximately 300 Norwegian
kroner and the price of skins depends don how many things you will make. It is also possible
to borrow tools from the teacher if you wish. Britt Solheim has held course in sheep skin
blanket making for many years and has written the book Skinnfell du kan lage selv (Sheep
skin blankets you can make yourself). The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Spinning wool
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
10.10 - 13.10
Harriet Beisland
Course. 1338
In this course, you will learn the basic principles of spinning wool on spinning wheels. We
will spin Norwegian wool and other types for instance wool from lama. Bring any tools you
have at home with you - for example: spinning equipment, tools and fibers. The course lasts
from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Baking in a wood fired stone oven, types of grain, nutrition
and baking methods
10.10-13.10
Øystein Løvlie
Course nr 1313
The course gives an introduction to different types of grains (rye, barley, oat, spelt, etc.) and
how to bake in a wood fired oven. The baking will take place in the wood fired stone oven in
the Eldhuset building in Telemarkstunet in Rauland. We cover baking methods including how
to use yeast and sourdough. We take time to explore preparation and treatment of various
ingredients used in bread – in addition to grains and flour. Øystein Løvlie started baking bread
as a 6 year old when he baked with his grandmother. He has his education as a baker and was
the head of the ecological baking chain Good Bread from the company’s start in 1994 until
the autumn of 2009. The cost of raw materials is approximately 500 Norwegian kroner. The
course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 26.8
Course fee NOK 3900,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Week 44
Baking in a wood fired stone oven, types of grain, nutrition
and baking methods
31.10 – 3.11
Øystein Løvlie
Course nr 1394
The course gives an introduction to different types of grains (rye, barley, oat, spelt, etc.) and
how to bake in a wood fired oven. The baking will take place in the wood fired stone oven in
the Eldhuset building in Telemarkstunet in Rauland. We cover baking methods including how
to use yeast and sourdough. We take time to explore preparation and treatment of various
ingredients used in bread – in addition to grains and flour. Øystein Løvlie started baking bread
as a 6 year old when he baked with his grandmother. He has his education as a baker and was
the head of the ecological baking chain Good Bread from the company’s start in 1994 until
the autumn of 2009. The cost of raw materials is approximately 500 Norwegian kroner. The
course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3900,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Glazing of Furniture
Vivian Grieg Teisner
31.10-3.11
Course nr. 1382
This course focuses on the use of colours, glazing and marbling. You must bring along your own
objects to be painted, for example: chairs, doors, chests or smaller objects. Vivian Grieg Teisner has a
master degree in traditional art at Telemark University collage. The cost of paint is approximately
NOK 300. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Knife making, course for beginners
Morten Håkonsen
31.10 – 3.11
Course nr. 1368
We will make a knife with a wooden handle and leather sheath. During the course, we will do
a great deal, including working with the proper tools, forming the shaft and sewing and
working with the sheath. The cost of materials is 600 Norwegian kroner. Morten Håkonsen is
a full time knife maker and knife smith. He is one of the best in the country in his field and
has received top prizes both for knife making and as a smith. www.mortenhakonsen.no The
course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Spinning linen
31.10-3.11
Anne Holen
Course. 1337
In this course, you will learn the basic principles of spinning linen on spinning wheels. We
will spin different linen qualities. Bring any tools you have at home with you - for example:
spinning equipment, tools and fibers. You will learn about different types of linen, cultivating
linen and preparation of linen fibers The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday
12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Traditional Christmas dishes
Bodil Nordjore
31.10 – 3.11
Course nr. 1316
Be inspired by Bodil’s many traditional dishes. During the course you will learn to make
various traditional Norwegian Christmas dishes. Teaching includes both theoretical and
practical aspects. The cost of raw ingredients is approximately NOK 2500, depending
availability of ingredients and how much you make. Participants will, of course, be able to
take their finished products home with them. Bodil Nordjore has worked with traditional food
for 25 years and is the department head of the traditional food study at Telemark University
College, Rauland. Check out her new book, “God jolemat” that came out before Christmas.
The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 4200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Sewing clothes
31.10-03.11
Veronika Glitsch
Course nr. 1314
Would you like to make your own clothes, but need some help? In this course, we buy a pattern. You
will learn how to adjust the pattern, make it bigger or smaller and change it until it suits your
measures. Participants will learn how to use the pattern to clip out fabric pieces for the garment, and
the sewing techniques necessary to provide a professional-looking result. During the sewing process,
we use our own bodies for fittings. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
www.veronikaglitsch.no Registration deadline 16.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Week 45
Bake Christmas Cookies
Bodil Nordjore
7.11 - 10.11
Course nr 1398
Join Bodil and make all the traditional Christmas cookies this weekend. "Goro", "kromkaker", donuts,
"rosettkaker" and much more. Bodil Nordjore has worked with Norwegian traditional food for 25
years and is professionally responsible for the traditional food study program at Telemark University
College, Rauland. She has released several cookbooks. Registration deadline 23.9
Course fee NOK 4200,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Band weaving (plukkeband)
Eli Vesaas
7.11-10.11
Course nr 1383
You will learn to weave a band called “plukkeband”. A typical example of a “plukkeband” is
used in the national costume for West Telemark in Norway. The weaving technique allows for
great freedom in regards to patterns and motifs. We will look at different tools for band
weaving. You should bring your own tools including the “bandgrind” loom with 9 columns, a
wooden knife to pick out the patterns, and a belt to fasten your loom around your waist. The
teacher will provide patterns and yarn and can lend out various weaving tools. There are
approximately 200 Norwegian kroner in extra costs. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00
until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 23.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Brading with trash
Camilla Gundlach
7.11 - 10.11
Course nr 1357
Do not throw away your potato chips bag! On this course you creates the finest bags and purse out of
what normally only being tossed. That is, we use empty coffee bags, potato chips bags etc. It is
washed, cut, folded and then braided. The resulting object is finally assembled.
Courses from Thursday 19 to Sunday at 12. Registration deadline 23.9.
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Traditional Norwegian singing, weekend course
Unni Boksasp
7.11 - 10.11
Course no: 1248
This is a beginner’s course in traditional Norwegian vocal music. Unni Boksasp is a specialist of
traditional singing from the district of Nordmøre and Tinn in Telemark. www.boksasp.no The course
lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 15.9.
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Machine Knitting, mittens, socks and hats
Maria Valsdottir
7.11-10.11
Course nr. 1343
Participants will learn how to make mittens, socks, hats with or without patterns and much more.
Please bring your own knitting machine and extra equipment you feel you need, for example,
fargeskiftar (color changers). This course is suited to more experienced machine knitters. Machines
are available to rent for NOK 500. The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00.
Registration deadline 23.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Engraving on silver
Eli Taugbøl
7.11 – 10.11
Course nr. 1326
In this course, you will learn to engrave by hand on silver. This technique is used as
decoration for jewelry or knives. The fee for materials is approximately 900 Norwegian
kroner. Eli Taugbøl is a master in the silversmith trade. www.eli-gullsmed.no The course lasts
from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 23.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-
Genealogy, an introduction
Torill Johnsen
7.11 – 10.11
Course nr. 1324
Do you have an uncle in America? The course is structured so participants work with their own family
tree. Bring along all the information you have including names of family members and information on
their births and deaths. You should also take a portable laptop computer with you.
The themes of the course are:

Sources and methods; digital sources: the digital archive, RHD, DIS-Norgestenester
(Norway’s services) and sources
 Get help and help others
 Internet resources and searching through them
 Family program/family book
The course lasts from Thursday 19:00 until Sunday 12:00. Registration deadline 23.9
Course fee NOK 3500,-
Accommodation and meals NOK 2250,-