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Hey! My name is Thale :)
I am from Norway and am 19 years old. I am taking a couple gap years before starting my studies, most likely in something history and culture related :)
Over the last few years I have found passion and meaning in traditional crafts such as embroidery and a few different weaving techniques, as well as in researching how different cultures interact to better understand how these crafts evolve. I have also found great joy in other forms of physical labour like garden landscaping and home renovating, often helping friends and family with their projects. During my three months stay on Svalbard, an island close to the North Pole this summer, I realised I wanted to see more of the world and learn from all the world has to offer.
My overall goal with Workaway and travel in general is to learn about different cultures, nature and myself through meeting people from all walks of life!
Interests
Hiking
Animals
Events & social
Performing arts
Outdoor activities
DIY & crafts
Movies & TV
Pets
Music
Writing
Sustainability
Self development
Nature
Languages
History
Culture
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
German: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I would love to learn other languages, or to improve the ones I know :) I can also help with English or if you would like to learn some Norwegian!
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Being an elderly companion
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
When it comes to previous work experience, I have worked as a server at a restaurant for a few years, I have worked at a pub and most recently I worked at the only grocery store on Svalbard.
I have helped out with quite a few home renovation projects, like painting walls, laying new flooring, putting up walls, building furniture, etc. I’ve done some garden landscaping, designing, planting, pruning, and other general maintenance. So, in short, I know my way around a basic toolbox, and I am not afraid to get my hands dirty.
As for skills I have gained trough my hobbies, I know how to tablet weave, pick-up band weave, and how to make patterns. I know some basic embroidery and some sewing, but I would love to learn more and to practise the skills I already have.
Age
20
What else ...
There are many things I enjoy, without necessarily being any good at or experienced with, like baking, music, painting, writing, hiking, bouldering etc. but that list is always expanding, and I am always open to new interests!
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
At the house, she was kind,… read more
Thale is a very talented and skilled weaver in her beloved Norse heritage and traditional dress.
She is also an articulate and passionate speaker about the subject ,and on heritage on the larger scale.
It was quite mesmerising to listen to ,and one feels she will curate a great body of… read more
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At the house, she was kind,… read more
Thale is a very talented and skilled weaver in her beloved Norse heritage and traditional dress.
She is also an articulate and passionate speaker about the subject ,and on heritage on the larger scale.
It was quite mesmerising to listen to ,and one feels she will curate a great body of… read more
