From a workshop in DalarnaFor those who love making

SwedishDalaHorse · Dalarna

The Dala horse carver

A few shavings on the floor. A Dala horse taking shape. Welcome to my workshop.

From the workshopCarving, shaping and a properly sharp knife.
A little look at the craftWood. Time. Tradition.
The Dala horse carver in the workshop with newly carved wooden horsesDALARNA

Behind the horses

Behind
SwedishDalaHorse

I carve Dala horses in my workshop in Dalarna. Here I share the shavings, the details and the joy of making something by hand.

Meet the carver

A few moments at the carving bench

It’s all in
the hands

From the first shape to the smallest detail. Every horse takes its own time.

Explore the gallery
Rows of newly carved Dala horses in the workshop01

A shape emerges

It starts with wood. The knife brings out its character.

A close-up of a hand-carved, unpainted Dala horse02

The maker’s touch

The small differences give each horse its own personality.

Red and pink Dala horses among shavings on the workbench03

A little colour

Classic red or something quite different. The craft stays with it.

Short moments from the workshop

The craft in
motion

Personal details and colour on the tools. Two short moments straight from life at the carving bench.

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Horses with their own story

Personal colours and details make every horse unique.

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The tool gets colour too

A hand-painted carving knife from the workshop.

An unpainted Dala horse among wood shavings and carving tools
From a piece of wood to a Dala horse that is entirely your own.

Try a genuine Swedish craft

Carve your own
Dala horse

Spend an inspiring, creative day carving your own Dala horse from scratch. No previous experience is needed.

Included in your day

  • All the materials you need
  • A new Morakniv carving knife
  • How to sharpen your carving knife
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Coffee throughout the day
  • Your own carved Dala horse to take home
DurationFull day, 9 am–4 pm

Carving, sharpening and meals throughout the day.

PriceSEK 3,600/person

Maximum 3 people. Overnight stays are available at an additional cost.

Book your place

A little piece of Swedish history

Roots in Dalarna At home in the world

From a wooden toy to a symbol of Sweden. The Dala horse carries a story that is still being carved today.

Discover the Dala horse
A red Dala horse with painted decoration resting in wood shavingsDalarna ↗ The world

A horse to give
Or to keep

Have an idea? Let’s start with a conversation.

Contact & enquiries