A love for Norwegian design and local crafts Since 1922, the traditional shop Norsk Flid Husfliden Tromsø has been specialising in providing the best of Norwegian and local design as well as national costumes from Nordland, Troms and Finnmark. Here, in the shop located in the city centre of Tromsø in northern Norway, you will find everything from yarn, clothes, homeware and crafts to unique gifts, and all in a welcoming atmosphere. By Ingrid Opstad | Photos: Norsk Flid Husfliden Tromsø
“The shop is originally from 1922, and was established back then so that the farmers outside the city would have an outlet for selling their craft products also in the city,” says shop manager Marianne Dukureh Lakselv. Today, this charming shop is almost 100 years old and still located in the city centre of Tromsø. It has, however, had several facelifts over the years to keep with the times, but its vision has always been based on a common interest in Norwegian design and traditional crafts among those who work there. 34 | Issue 132 | January 2020
“We have a big love for Norwegian design, and especially what is created in our local area, so we are bringing the original concept with us through to today,” says Lakselv. With Norwegian design on the rise, Norsk Flid Husfliden Tromsø is committed to promoting all the great things created in Norway at the moment.
Everything from Mariusgenser to Røros Tweed blankets In the homely shop, you will find a substantial selection of products hand-
picked by Lakselv and her team, from the traditional classic-knitted Mariusgenser jumper and woven fabrics from Charlotte Engstad to utensils for kitchens and baking, slippers, yarn and an array of pieces from local craftsmen, but also by Scandinavian designers. “It is a great place to visit if you are looking for things for the home, a unique gift for someone or to get a genuine memory to bring with you home from your visit to Norway,” Lakselv says.