21/06/2026
This weekend was the summer solstice, the longest day of the year and one of my favorite celebrations. In Slavic tradition, this time is known as Kupala Night.
I spent it in Sobótka, near Mount Ślęża, a mountain that was considered sacred by the pagan Slavs. This time I was there as an exhibitor at a local handicraft fair.
Besides selling my Polish learning book, I brought something many people probably don’t know I make: tiny gardens in old light bulbs! 😊 They didn’t sell as well as I had hoped, but I still had a wonderful day talking to people and enjoying the atmosphere of the festival.
My sister did much better with her beautiful crochet creations (and her Swedish learning book! I higly recommend it! .swatek 😊), and many family members helped us prepare everything we needed for the event. I’m very grateful for their support.
Despite the heat, it was great to be back in Sobótka. I have a real soft spot for this place.