In Norway nearly every 15 year old is confirmed. Traditionally a church ceremony (the Church of Norway is Lutheran), latter years have seen the growth of an alternative choice in a humanist tradition. The passing of childhood and the beginning of adulthood is celebrated in church or concerthall with family and friends.
So in April/May you can see gatherings of people in traditional costumes. The costumes are meant to show where you or your family come from as they vary from place to place. It is very popular for the girls to have their costume made for their confirmation day.
This weekend we celebrated our niece's confirmation day.
My sister-in-law and brother-in-law.
It's a good opportunity to gather the family. We all live some distance apart and don't see each other often.
The costumes are often made of wool and the embroideries are handmade. Lots of beautiful work!
My mother-in-law embroidered our niece's costume.
I have finally got a finish for April (thought I'd never make it!) - the bolero for my granddaughter. Have now started on a dress to go with it ...
Hyggelig med konfirmasjon;og kjempefin info til de som ikke vet om det.Vi skal i konf.i mai,det er hyggelig med familiemøter. Ingen bilder fra deg,men min pc er vanskelig. Håper andre ser de.
ReplyDeleteHa en fin dag når dagen er der.
Happy Sewing :-)
Hi--for what ever reason--I could not see the pictures--so will come back tomorrow and see if show up!!!! New background --looks like fresh green of "spring"!!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Di
I can't see your photos,too. Hope solve this problem sooner.
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