Pohjolan tulet – craftsmanship traditions from Lapland
Pohjolan tulet brings together the rugged beauty of Lapland’s nature and Finnish craftsmanship traditions. Each knife is a handcrafted masterpiece that combines practicality and aesthetics. Pohjolan tulet knives are made in Tunturi-Lapland, in the municipality of Kolari, where a skilled craftswoman, Sanna-Kaisa Kiviniemi, creates each piece with care and passion. Every knife is unique – like a work of art inspired by the power and stories of Lapland's nature.
Lappish craftsmanship and traditions
Pohjolan tulet knives strongly represent Lappish craftsmanship, a tradition passed down through generations. In the harsh conditions of Lapland, people have always relied on the knife as their most essential tool, and that spirit lives on in these knives. Nature is the teacher of this craft, bringing with it the strength of the forest animals, majestic fells, and rivers. This is reflected in each knife, which is designed to withstand hard use and honor the traditions of the Lapland wilderness.
Pyrography – art and stories in the handle
The distinctive feature of Pohjolan tulet knives is the beautiful and detailed pyrography, which makes each knife unique. Sanna-Kaisa Kiviniemi’s skillfully crafted burnings tell stories of the forest, its animals, and the cycle of nature. Each piece of pyrography is freehand, bringing the soul of the craftsperson and Finnish folklore into the knives. Whether it’s a fierce bear, a majestic capercaillie, or a hunter with his dog chasing ducks, each image breathes life into a story that continues with the knife through generations.
