At Hulda Bunader, we offer a wide selection of high-quality bunad fabrics by the meter, sourced from trusted Norwegian textile producers. Whether you’re sewing a traditional bunad, a folk costume, or heritage-inspired garments, you’ll find the authentic materials you need here.
Our fabrics are produced in Norway, primarily using wool and linen. With local production and shorter transport, we ensure a lower environmental impact and lasting quality rooted in tradition. By choosing Norwegian-made fabric, you support textile expertise that has served bunad makers for generations.
Order Just the Right Amount
All our fabrics are sold by the decimeter (10 cm). When ordering online, simply enter the number of centimeters you need — minimum order is 10 cm.
Eksamples: • 1 meter = enter 100 • 2,5 meter = enter 250
Your fabric will be sent in one continuous piece whenever possible. Width is typically around 140 cm but may vary by type — check the product description.
Not sure which fabric is right? We’re happy to send samples — just email us with your request. You only pay for the sample length and postage (sent as a letter).
What Kind of Fabric Do You Need?
Here’s a quick guide to the most common types of bunad fabric:
Wool Twill (Toskaft ullstoff)
A durable, solid-colored wool fabric woven in plain weave – the most commonly used structure in bunad making. Ideal for bodices, skirts, and capes in women’s bunads. Available in a wide range of traditional colors. A timeless, versatile choice.
Heavy Felted Wool (Vadmel)
Vadmel is a thick, tightly woven wool fabric that’s felted for durability, wind resistance, and natural water repellency.
Used especially in men’s bunads for trousers, jackets, and outerwear. This historic Norwegian fabric was once common in work and outdoor clothing – now valued for its strength and warmth.
Brocade
Brocade is a richly decorative fabric with woven patterns, often with sheen or metallic accents. Traditionally used for bodices or vests, it gives a luxurious look to your bunad.
Historically woven with gold or silver thread, modern brocade achieves a similar effect using glossy threads in detailed patterns.
Damask
Damask is a monochrome woven fabric with subtle patterns that emerge through a play of matte and shiny surfaces.
Elegant and classic, it’s often used for bodices, aprons, and bags. The design appears through satin weave contrasts, especially when woven in glossy yarns like linen or mercerized cotton.
Linen and cotton
These fabrics are used in various parts of the bunad:
Fine white linen – perfect for shirts
Coarse linen – used as lining for bodices and skirts
Cotton – suitable for linings and lighter summer bunads or everyday versions
We offer several fabric weights and qualities to match your needs.
Apron Fabric
Aprons are an important part of the bunad and come in many materials and styles: • Woven wool • Printed wool • Cotton • Damask
We’re happy to help you choose a fabric that suits your bunad and personal style.
Exclusive Bunad Fabric – Only at Hulda Bunader
We are proud to offer specially developed fabrics made exclusively for Hulda Bunader. In collaboration with top Norwegian mills, we have recreated historical textiles based on original garments and archival patterns. These unique fabrics are available only through us.
Vest Fabric for Men’s Bunad from Østerdalen
This wool fabric is reproduced from an original vest from Os in Østerdalen. The rust-red version replicates the original color, while the green and blue variants offer modern flexibility.
The fabric features a distinctive black scroll motif and is used in the men’s bunad vest from Østerdalen.
Gammel Alvdalsbunad - printed wool fabric
For the historical Alvdalsbunad, we’ve developed a unique printed wool fabric with vine and grape motifs based on a restored antique block print.
Available in green, rust red, and blue (petrol), and used for the bunad’s bodice. This exclusive fabric is sold only by Hulda Bunader.
Reconstructed Black Brocade
In collaboration with Tyrihans, we have produced a special black brocade based on a historical fabric used in the women’s bunad from Østerdalen.
The fabric features a refined woven pattern and can also be used in other bunads beyond the region. A beautiful and authentic brocade with wide application.
Looking for a specific fabric or not sure what to choose? Get in touch – we can often help you find exactly what you need. We’re happy to assist with fabric selection, quantities, and usage.
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