July 31 – Aug 3, 2025
Duluth, MN

An introduction to three traditional forms of Finnish weaving—rag rugs, raanu, and rya—plus profiles of Finnish-American weavers who carry on this legacy.

Presenter Bio: Lisa-Anne Bauch is a folk artist whose work is rooted in the traditional textile techniques and materials of Sweden, Finland, and Norway, well as their respective immigrant communities in North America. Her writing about textiles has appeared in several magazines, including PieceWork, Norwegian Textile Letter, Väv, and Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot.