Giveaway: Sigrid Undset, Reader of Hearts

July 11, 2022.Reading time 14 minutes.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED:: Congrats to Sarah @thecarolinadolls for winning the copy of this book! Like many before me, I quite simply fell in love with the world of Kristin Lavransdatter when I first read the epic novel of life, faith, love and loss in medieval Norway. The story is sweeping– from the highest highs to the […]

Norway Week: May 17, Syttendemai!

May 17, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

“Gratulerer med dagen!” This is what is being said today all over Norway! “Happy Constitution Day!” (Grunnlovsdagen!) or just “Syttendemai!” (17th of May) The 17th of May is to Norway what the 4th of July is to us in the U.S.A. It is a day of national pride, cultural appreciation, parades and, of course, food. […]

Norway Week! And Giveaway~

May 16, 2022.Reading time 10 minutes.

Hei venner! (Hello, Friends!) This week we are going to do something fun! We are going to celebrate all things Norway! And this is the perfect week to highlight this gorgeous country, which calls to my heart in so many ways. I chose this week in particular to delve into the history, culture and good […]

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Welcome to Sleightholm Folk Art! I am Heather Sleightholm, a lover of the sacred and homespun, good books & gardening. I am a folk art painter and cross stitch designer inspired by all things cozy and handmade.

On this site I will share what I’m making and what’s inspiring me, my favorite books and notes from the garden. I also love to share my travels to some of my favorite historical sites. I’m so glad you’ve decided to come by for a visit, thanks for spending some time here with me!