Sami duodji

Sami duodji refers to the traditional craft and craftsmanship of the Sami people, the indigenous inhabitants of northern Scandinavia. It encompasses skills such as sewing, carving, and weaving to create practical and decorative items like clothing, tools, and jewelry. These crafts embody Sami cultural identity, history, and relationship with nature and are often made using natural materials like reindeer leather, wood, and root. Duodji is not just functional; it also carries symbolic meanings and reflects individual creativity and cultural continuity, passed down through generations.