The Story Behind Dala Horse
A small piece of wood is carved, smoothed and painted. Little by little, it takes the shape of a horse. Red paint gives it its familiar color, while delicate patterns bring each figure to life.
The Dala horse comes from the woodcarving traditions of Dalarna. Once made as toys for children, these little horses gradually became one of Sweden’s most familiar folk art symbols.
Some stand on a windowsill for years. Others are wrapped as gifts or carried home after a journey. What makes them special is not only their shape, but the care behind them and the memories that come to be attached to them.
Dala Horse takes inspiration from that same feeling. The bracelet’s reds, yellows, greens, whites and blues recall the lively colors of Swedish folk painting. Its story is about a quiet kind of courage, one that grows from love, care and a place to belong.
A small symbol can travel a long way.
The Materials & Their Meaning
Five materials inspired by the vivid colors of traditional Swedish folk painting. Their meanings are symbolic interpretations of the design.
Red Jasper
Inner Strength. Earthy red symbolizes courage and steadiness.
White Shell
Love and Care. Its gentle surface evokes closeness and belonging.
Yellow Agate
Vitality. Warm yellow recalls optimism and the strength to keep going.
Malachite
Balance. Its green patterns symbolize a soft heart and emotional balance.
Lapis Lazuli
Wisdom. Deep blue represents calm perspective and thoughtful clarity.
Materials & Size
Materials
Red Jasper, White Shell, Yellow Agate, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli.
Size
M — For a wrist circumference of 15 cm
L — For a wrist circumference of 16 cm
Each bracelet is handmade using natural stones, making every piece unique.
Freja N. –
Älskar färgkombinationen! Det ser ännu bättre ut i verkligheten
Sofia –
Jättefin souvenir
Sarah Lee –
Exactly as described
Chloe M. –
The Dala horse is such a cute Swedish touch
travels –
Lovely handcrafted detail
dave_se –
Solid quality. Doesn’t feel like a cheap souvenir at all
Jones0708@gmail.com –
Love it so much
kevin_k –
Great gift idea
Johan R. –
Stilren design!!! Funkar till både vardag och fest.
Lucas –
nice ,The elastic is strong and durable
ab_lifestyle –
I wear it every day now
Robert F. –
Great to support a local Swedish brand
Mila –
The colors are so vibrant! Everyone asks me where I got it
Lars-Åke –
Snabb frakt och snyggt förpackat
Emma K. –
Min nya favorit! Älskar de naturliga färgerna i stenarna
Ulla-Britt –
Detta blev en succé på dotterns födelsedag! Tack.
Oskar L. –
Bra kvalitet på kristaller. Känns som ett hållbart smycke.
Jessica W. –
Received it in 3 days. The packaging is eco-friendly and nice