SPOON BAG STORY
Scandinavian families had just enough
utensils for their own use. When they
went to feasts, events, celebrations, or
were invited to another home, they took
their own spoon with them. Usually, it
was made of wood.
Remember, wood is a natural resource
in the Scandinavian countries.
Attached to the waist of the Lady’s dress
was a “spoon bag”. This is where the
Wooden Spoon was carried.
A Scandinavian shop specializing in the imported and domestic foods and gifts from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Iceland. We teach classes in the Norwegian, Finnish, Danish, and Swedish, languages, Rosemaling and the handiwork. The Swedish School, Sons of Norway, and the Danish Club meet here. We can host and cater your party, Scandinavian style.
Interesting bit of cultural history. Thank you for sharing. Is that the inspiration for the name of your shop?
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