{"title":"August 2026","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2026-08-21-tinwork-lantern","title":"2026-08-21 – Tinwork Lantern","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 21-23 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/kitty-latane\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eKitty Latané\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tin lamp from the Vesterheim collection serves as the inspiration for this class. Starting with a flat sheet of tinplate, you will cut, shape, and solder tinplated steel to make a reproduction. The intricate designs will be made using a hammer and punches, then the lamp will be formed from the pierced pieces into a lantern. Patterns and guidance will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHand strength is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe instructor will provide tools and supplies with a materials fee of $30, payable to the instructor in cash or check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have your own, please bring the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather work glove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpie marker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaper and pencil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTin snips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScratch awl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHammer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWooden or leather mallet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth jawed pliers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel punches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 31, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43213325336650,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.35","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43213325369418,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.35.MT","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Latane_TinworkLantern3_fb8759e9-fce8-4b36-ac32-6e7371f7c876.jpg?v=1771010248"},{"product_id":"2026-08-15-scandinavian-meringues","title":"2026-08-15 – Scandinavian Meringues (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e  August 15 (1:00-3:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/patrice-johnson\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003ePatrice Johnson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for an afternoon of meringues with a battle between the Norwegian \u003cem\u003ekvæfjordkake\u003c\/em\u003e and the Swedish \u003cem\u003epinocchio\u003c\/em\u003e. Instructor Patrice Johnson will show you how to make both meringues and it will be up to you which one will come out victorious, even though the ones who get to eat the meringues will be the real winners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Vesterheim cooking class is designed as a small-group cook-along, and we invite exchange between the instructor and students in order to build community around food traditions. In this same spirit of sharing, we invite the whole family to experience this collaborative cooking and learning process. Only one registration is needed per household.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecipes will be sent to you approximately one week prior to class. Students will need to provide ingredients for the recipes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's  email address or be prepared to forward  all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 31, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVesterheim’s Nordic Cooking programs are supported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Oneota Community Food Co-op.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43214929231946,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.60","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43214929264714,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.60.MT","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Johnson_Meringue_1--standard-width-8192px_2de82229-b213-4450-96d7-f34f3105cd48.jpg?v=1767889109"},{"product_id":"2026-08-14-carving-the-nostepinne-norwegian-yarn-winders","title":"2026-08-14 – Carving the Nøstepinne: Norwegian Yarn-Winders","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAugust 14-16 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/josh-torkelson\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eJosh Torkelson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn to carve one of Norway’s most charming and practical textile tools, the \u003cem\u003enøstepinne\u003c\/em\u003e, or yarn winder! \u003cem\u003eNøstepinner\u003c\/em\u003e were essential household tools for winding yarn into tight, center-pull balls long before mechanical winders existed. Across Norway, these simple forms became canvases for creativity, with examples that feature chip carving, relief carving, and decorative carving in the round, such as rings, chains, or the classic ball-in-cage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is designed for students who have some prior carving experience and are ready to build on their skills. It is not a first-time carving class, but it is well suited for students at the beginning-intermediate level through advanced carvers. Instruction and projects can be adapted to meet each participant’s comfort level and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will study historical examples from Vesterheim’s collection and use them as inspiration while designing and carving their own \u003cem\u003enøstepinne\u003c\/em\u003e. Over three days, we will explore chip carving, relief carving, and carving in the round. Each student will leave with a finished or nearly finished tool ready for use or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need prior carving experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complete list of tools and supplies will be shared closer to the start of class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 24, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWoodcarving classes are supported by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Eric and Joan Norgaard Charitable Trust.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43230580211786,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.33","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43230580244554,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.33.MT","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Torkelson_Nostepinna5.jpg?v=1768318527"},{"product_id":"2026-08-27-blacksmithing-101-forging-fundamentals","title":"2026-08-27 – Blacksmithing 101: Forging Fundamentals","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAugust 27-30 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/cody-myers\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eCody Myers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is designed to build up a foundation to begin your journey into smithing steel. In this class, you will learn about shop safety and equipment and how to heat, pound, and shape steel in the forge. Students will learn different skills and techniques to create hooks, leaves, spoons, forks, chisels, and other projects as time allows. If you have ever been curious about smithing and want to get set in the right direction, this class is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThere will be a $60 materials fee paid directly to the instructor. This fee will cover all class materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will be expected to bring the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety Glasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNatural Fiber Clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEar Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAugust 6, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43230694441034,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.38","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43230694473802,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.38.MT","price":385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Myers-Blacksmithing101.jpg?v=1768319198"},{"product_id":"2026-08-16-cultural-connections-transplanted-carving-how-ming-chinese-furniture-shaped","title":"2026-08-16 – Cultural Connections: Transplanted Carving – How Ming Chinese Furniture Shaped Anglo-American Design (Webinar)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWebinar Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 16 (1:00-2:00 pm CT)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis webinar will be hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/charles-thompson\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/hugo-nakashima-brown\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHugo Nakashima-Brown\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/patrice-johnson\/?_gl=1*p7zh6m*_gcl_au*MjA0ODM5NTEzMi4xNzYzMjI1NDcy*_ga*NjcwODg4MjUzLjE3NjMyMjU0NzI.*_ga_NFQVBS0ND1*czE3Njg0MDM1NzQkbzIxJGcxJHQxNzY4NDA0NDA4JGozNCRsMCRoMTE2MzEwMDY3Nw..\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/patrice-johnson\/?_gl=1*p7zh6m*_gcl_au*MjA0ODM5NTEzMi4xNzYzMjI1NDcy*_ga*NjcwODg4MjUzLjE3NjMyMjU0NzI.*_ga_NFQVBS0ND1*czE3Njg0MDM1NzQkbzIxJGcxJHQxNzY4NDA0NDA4JGozNCRsMCRoMTE2MzEwMDY3Nw..\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this talk, Hugo Nakashima-Brown will explore the origins and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eornamental language of Ming dynasty furniture and its far-reaching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfluence on English and American design. The presentation will trace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe pathways of bi-directional influence both in antiquity—from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndian Toran gates influence on Chinese design and the Japanese Torii \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto the later influences of Chinese furniture on the West.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants will learn how what we now recognize as “Classical” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese furniture emerged, and how these innovations shaped Western \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efurniture from the 1500s through the Queen Anne Chinoiserie period and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einto midcentury Danish chair design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRegistration Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for this webinar, please make sure to use the email address you'd like the Zoom link to be sent to. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a Zoom link for the webinar session by email, sometime during the week prior to the event. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRegister to Receive Webinar Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unable to attend this live webinar during the scheduled time, we encourage you to complete the registration process anyway! All registrants, whether they are able to attend the live event or not, will receive an email with a link to the webinar's recording shortly after the event. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWoodcarving classes are supported by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Eric and Joan Norgaard Charitable Trust.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings and Programming.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43233184907338,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.61","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Nakashima-Brown_CulturalConnections2.jpg?v=1768411331"},{"product_id":"2026-08-29-the-art-of-reinvention-jewelry-from-everyday-objects-morning-session","title":"2026-08-29 – The Art of Reinvention: Jewelry From Everyday Objects (Morning Session)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 29 (9:00 am-Noon CT)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A repeat of this class is also offered on the afternoon of August 29 1 (1:30-4:30 pm CT).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/norma-refsal\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eNorma Refsal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class will be a modern twist inspired by the time honored Norwegian\u003ci\u003e sølje. \u003c\/i\u003eMetals that we interact with daily, the tins and cans of our lives, will be repurposed and transformed into wearable contemporary jewelry. Experience the accidental beauty found in creating objects from ordinary materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a small materials fee, payable to the instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAugust 7, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43250610536522,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.39","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43250610569290,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.39.MT","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Refsal-JewelryfromEverydayObjects.jpg?v=1769093206"},{"product_id":"2026-08-29-the-art-of-reinvention-jewelry-from-everyday-objects-afternoon-session","title":"2026-08-29 – The Art of Reinvention: Jewelry From Everyday Objects (Afternoon Session)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 29 (1:30-4:30 pm CT)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A repeat of this class is also offered on the morning of August 29 (9:00-Noon pm CT).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/norma-refsal\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eNorma Refsal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class will be a modern twist inspired by the time honored Norwegian\u003ci\u003e sølje. \u003c\/i\u003eMetals that we interact with daily, the tins and cans of our lives, will be repurposed and transformed into wearable contemporary jewelry. Experience the accidental beauty found in creating objects from ordinary materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a small materials fee, payable to the instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAugust 7, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43250672500810,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.40","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43250672533578,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.40.MT","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Refsal-JewelryfromEverydayObjects.jpg?v=1769093206"},{"product_id":"2026-08-21-raw-felted-fleece","title":"2026-08-21 – Raw Felted Fleece","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAugust 21 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/becky-utecht\/\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBecky Utecht\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eOpen to all levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn raw fleece into a “sheepskin” chair pad or small rug by wet felting the back. Also known as humane sheepskin, or living pelts, the beauty of this process is that the sheep is still alive and growing more fleece. Plus felted fleece is completely hand washable. The techniques learned in this class can be applied at home later on a full fleece to create larger blankets or rugs. Students will have the opportunity to  personalize their work by adding colorful prefelted motifs to the back of their pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants will need the physical ability to stand for an hour or more while they roll and full their wet projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be a $30 materials fee payable to the instructor that Includes wool backing fiber, gauze, colored prefelted wool, felting needle, and instructional handout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will be expected to bring the following materials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 to 2 pounds of shorn fleece (unwashed) with a staple length of \u003cbr\u003eat least 3 inches (the fleece can be loose locks or hanging together \u003cbr\u003eas on the sheep, but not already felted) Students also have the option to \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003epurchase fleece from the instructor for $10\/lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean old bath towel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea plastic bag to take home wet items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 31, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279743221834,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.34","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279743254602,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.34.MT","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Utecht_Rebecca-skinnfell_1.jpg?v=1770137953"},{"product_id":"2026-08-22-skinnfell-block-printed-sheepskin-muff-handwarmer","title":"2026-08-22 – Skinnfell: Block Printed Sheepskin Muff Handwarmer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAugust 22-23 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/becky-utecht\/\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBecky Utecht\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eOpen to all levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe the proud owner of a warm and fluffy sheepskin muff you made yourself! Participants will cut, print, and stitch sheepskin and create an adjustable strap. The strap can be worn around the neck or waist. A muff is great for dog walkers or anyone doing cold weather outdoor activities with a need to keep hands warm and fingers accessible. There will be plenty of time to finish the project in class, but the final stitching may be completed at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand strength to stitch through layers of leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be a $70 materials fee payable to the instructor that includes enough sheepskin for the project, strap material (nlyon webbing, leather, or sheepskin), leather cutter's needle, thread, metal clips, instructional handout and use of the instructor's Norwegian wood block collection and paints in class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will be expected to bring the following materials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall sharp scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic quilting ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA leather thimble is recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyeglasses or maginifiying glass if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall jewelry pliers are also helpful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 31, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279781593162,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.37","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279781625930,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.37.MT","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Utecht_rebecca-muff_1.jpg?v=1770141363"},{"product_id":"2026-08-21-telemark-style-rosemaling","title":"2026-08-21 – Telemark-Style Rosemaling","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eAugust 21-23 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/nancy-odalen\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNancy Odalen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdvanced Beginner through Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eThe class will be working on a 16\" scooped bowl using a Telemark design that is inspired by a piece found in Norway at the Norske Folk Museum in Oslo. The piece pictured here is from the Vesterheim collection and similar to the piece found in Norway. Students will discuss rosemaling from the Telemark area of Norway and visit the collection at Vesterheim to uncover additional pieces that will inspire you for this and future classes. This class starts on Thursday evening to give you time to purchase your wooden wear and paint the background. The design you will be painting is mainly flowers and lacks the Telemark scrolls commonly found in many examples from this area of Norway. However, this design incorporates the lovely asymmetrical flow that typically represents Telemark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eThe piece pictured is the one found in the Vesterheim collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are expected to have taken a beginning rosemaling class. You will be expected to understand the terminology used in rosemaling and know how to mix paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA supply list will be sent to student closer to the start of class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 31, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemaling classes are supported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Wilma A. Anderson Endowment\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279791882314,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.36","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279791915082,"sku":"IP.2026.Q3.36.MT","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/image0_2.jpg?v=1770142306"},{"product_id":"2026-08-04-level-1-norwegian-language","title":"2026-08-04 – Level 1 Norwegian Language (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Tuesdays, August 4-September 22 (6:00-7:00 pm CT)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/berit-skogen\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBerit Skogen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoping to travel to Norway someday? Want to connect with Norwegian friends or family in their native language? We've got you covered! Start your Norwegian-language learning or refresh stale language skills. During the eight-week session, we'll cover the basics of grammar and vocabulary to get you ready to connect with other Norwegian speakers. If you like, you’ll get activities to extend your learning between class meetings. \u003cem\u003eBli med!\u003c\/em\u003e (Come join!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this class you will need to purchase your own textbook: \u003cem\u003eSett i gang Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e by Nancy Aarsvold, Kari Lie Dorer, ISBN: 9798387283505 (3rd edition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are registering for this class in a location outside the United States, you will need to provide your own supplies. Please contact \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when you register for more information about what materials are required for this class. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 14, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from Merlin Helstad and Ann McLaren Helstad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279826354250,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.54","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279826387018,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.54.MT","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/norsk2_fbaa38f4-93dd-4d2b-85db-d88c66375e9d.jpg?v=1770145165"},{"product_id":"2026-08-04-level-4-norwegian-language","title":"2026-08-04 – Level 3 Norwegian Language (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Tuesdays, August 4-September 22 (6:00-7:00 pm CT)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/lianna-torres\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLianna Torres\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us for Vesterheim’s Level 3 course in the Norwegian language! We will cover chapters 10-12 of the \u003cem\u003eSett i gang\u003c\/em\u003e textbook and will study additional vocabulary, gaining a deeper understanding of grammar. We will also discuss Norwegian culture and current events. We will enjoy small, active group conversations in one-hour weekly Zoom meetings. If you like, you’ll get activities to extend your learning between class meetings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is open those who have completed Level 2 Norwegian Language or equivalent. Please don't hesitate to email folkartschool@vesterheim.org with any questions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this class you will need to purchase your own textbook: \u003cem\u003eSett i gang Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e by Nancy Aarsvold, Kari Lie Dorer, ISBN: 9798387283505 (3rd edition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are registering for this class in a location outside the United States, you will need to provide your own supplies. Please contact \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when you register for more information about what materials are required for this class. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 21, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279830220874,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.55","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279830253642,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.55.MT","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/norsk2_48d7d3d2-482c-412e-99ac-475469b6036d.jpg?v=1770145601"},{"product_id":"2026-08-02-norsk-i-sammenheng-sounds-of-norwegian-an-introduction-to-pronunciation","title":"2026-08-02 – Norsk i Sammenheng: Sounds of Norwegian, an Introduction to Pronunciation (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Sundays, August 2-23 (6:00-7:15 pm CT)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/lianna-torres\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLianna Torres\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis four-week course offers an engaging introduction to the ins and outs of Norwegian pronunciation. Together, we’ll explore the rhythm, stress, and melody of spoken Norwegian and take a closer look at what makes its pronunciation unique—especially compared to English. Students will learn the basics of the Norwegian sound system, discover how speech sounds are made, and practice using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to read and write pronunciation symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll also listen to examples from different Norwegian dialects and talk about what these variations reveal about language and identity. By the end of the course, students will understand the key features and patterns of Norwegian pronunciation and apply this knowledge to improve their own speaking and listening skills.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis class is designed for students who have completed all four levels of Norwegian language instruction through Vesterheim or have a similar level of language independence. Please email \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e if you have questions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 19, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279833530442,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.56","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279833563210,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.56.MT","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/norsk4_1073e364-09fe-4bc1-8f5e-b11395d12237.jpg?v=1770146193"},{"product_id":"2025-08-04-introduction-to-hardanger-embriodery","title":"2026-08-04 – Introduction to Hardanger Embriodery (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Tuesdays, August 4-18 (3:00-5:00 pm CT) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/shan-rayray\/\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShan Rayray\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHardangersøm is Norwegian drawn thread work. In this online class, you will learn basic Hardangersøm stitches as you make an ornament. Instructor Shan Rayray will take you step-by-step through each of the stitches (Cutting and Woven Bars (Wrapping), and Fringe Stitch.) The class will consist of three sessions over three weeks. Each session will be accompanied by a video tutorial that you can refer to between class sessions as you complete each step. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete kit of materials is shipped to your home (a $50 value) containing needles, thread, backing, and written tutorials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are registering for this class in a location outside the United States, you will need to provide your own supplies. Please contact \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when you register for more information about what materials are required for this class. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection. You may also wish to have the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ea needle threader\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethimble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall tweezers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea magnifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 21, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279837495370,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.57","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279837528138,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.57.MT","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Rayray-shan_hardanger.jpg?v=1770146644"},{"product_id":"2026-09-07-blackwork-embroidery","title":"2026-08-07 – Blackwork Embroidery (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Fridays, August 7–21 (10:00 am-Noon CT) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/laura-berlage\/\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLaura Berlage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEmbroidery is a beautiful way to make an everyday object feel special—a sentiment that fits perfectly with this course. Explore the world of blackwork embroidery (most popular in the 16th and 17th centuries), both in its counted and freestyle forms, using hand-dyed wool thread from the instructor’s sheep. While the elite of the time period stitched blackwork using silk, everyday folks with time and skill enjoyed a similar look using wool. Projects include a flower pin cushion with floral motifs and a geometric \u003cem\u003ebiscornu\u003c\/em\u003e inspired by Selbu designs. Both projects could be pin cushions or stuffed with dried lavender as sachets, and they make wonderful home accents or gifts. Finished dimensions are approximately five inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSome previous embroidery experience is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA kit of materials is shipped to your home (a $60 value) including everything you need for this class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are registering for this class in a location outside the United States, you will need to provide your own supplies. Please contact \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when you register for more information about what materials are required for this class. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 17, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43279842443338,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.58","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43279842476106,"sku":"OL.2026.Q3.58.MT","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/Berlage-Blackwork_2--standard-scale-4_00x_623543b1-7207-4ec7-a7ef-978df565fe91.jpg?v=1770147401"},{"product_id":"2026-08-22-rosemaling-a-hallingdal-fjord-horse","title":"2026-08-22 – Rosemaling a Hallingdal Fjord Horse (Online)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 22-23 (9:30-Noon CT) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an online class hosted on Zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"INSTRUCTOR NAME\" href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/lise-lorentzen\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLise Lorentzen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced Beginner or Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have already tackled one of the \u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Basic Strokes of Rosemaling\u003c\/em\u003e classes, we welcome you back with fun sessions to continue your journey and learn basic stroke work with a new pattern and project! Join us for more S and C scroll painting. Keep on dipping your brush in the paint and toe in the waters with other rosemalers. Develop your technique further and meet new friends. The class will include demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice. The class will be taught using acrylic paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are expected to have taken an \u003cem\u003eIntroduction to the Basic Strokes\u003c\/em\u003e class or have similar experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete kit of supplies including paints, brushes, bristol board, and a special treat from Vesterheim (a $40 value) is included in the cost of enrollment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are registering for this class in a location outside the United States, you will need to provide your own supplies. Please contact \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:folkartschool@vesterheim.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efolkartschool@vesterheim.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when you register for more information about what materials are required for this class. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will need to provide a computer, laptop, or tablet with a camera and mic as well as a fast, reliable internet connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen registering for the class, please make sure to use the mailing and email addresses you'd like the Zoom meeting invitations sent to. You will receive links to the Zoom sessions by email sometime during the week prior to the class. If this class is a gift, please sign up with the recipient's mailing and email addresses or be prepared to forward the kit and all communications.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 30, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRosemaling classes are supported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Wilma A. 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