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Top 4 Eco-Friendly Dala Horse Souvenirs Handmade in Sweden

Sweden is widely known for its stunning natural scenery, rich cultural traditions, and sustainable craftsmanship. One of the most popular among both locals and tourists as a genuine symbolic representation of Sweden is the Dala horse - a figure representing Swedish culture and craft.  If you recently visited Sweden and you didn’t get yourself your own little Dala horse souvenir or you simply want to buy yourself (or someone else) a souvenir from Sweden without having to visit it - then you landed in the right place. Here we are listing the top 4 Dala horse, Swedish handmade souvenirs that you can easily order from the comfort of your home. And, on top of that, just like many things in Sweden - these Dala horse souvenirs are completely eco-friendly! Curious to learn more about them? Keep reading! Dala Horse Coin Purse Are you the kind of person who likes to keep their personal things tidy and organized? If the answer to this question is a loud and proud “Yes!” then the perfect Swedish souvenir for you is our Dala horse coin purse! Made of a high-quality 100% cotton fabric and a durable nylon zip, this eco-friendly coin purse features a floral design where the famous Dala horse is at its focal point. Perfect for: Coins, credit cards, lip balm, earbuds, and other little essential things that can easily be lost if not organized. Dimensions approx. - Width: 12.5cm (5")- Height: 8.5cm (3.5") Color availability: ivory and blue Buy Dala Horse Ivory Coin Purse Buy Dala Horse Blue Coin Purse Dala Horse Passport Cover Are you one of those travelers who always fear they might have lost their passport? Well, being careful not to lose your passport is indeed important, but so is making sure you prevent damaging it as well. This sweet Dala horse passport cover is the perfect way to have your passport protected from getting ripped, stained or damaged in any way. Made from high quality cotton fabric and a natural 100% cotton lining, this passport cover not only is practical, but it would also keep your passport safe, clean, protected and easy to find in case you drop it somewhere.  Perfect for: Protecting your passport or any similar official document from being ripped, stained or damaged in any form. Dimensions approx. - Width: 9.5cm (3.75")- Height: 13.5cm (5.25") *Fits any passport in the world. Color availability: ivory and blue Buy Dala Horse Ivory Passport Cover Buy Dala Horse Blue Passport Cover Dala Horse Luggage Tag Anyone who cares about not losing their belongings (and most likely everyone does) while traveling should have a luggage tag. That is the easiest and most traditional way to identify your luggage or backpack in a sea of lookalikes at the airport or at the bus/train station.  And if you happen to be someone who loves eco-friendly travel accessories and adores Sweden then our charming Dala horse luggage tag is definitely your go-to Dala horse Swedish souvenir you should get! Made of high-quality cotton fabric featuring a natural 100% cotton lining, vegan leather hanging loop and a metal snap closure, this luggage tag has a floral background design while the famous Dala horse is placed in the middle of it.  Perfect for: Identifying your suitcase, backpack and even as a stylish accessory to your purse.  Dimensions approx. - Width: 6.5cm (2.5")- Height: 10cm (3.75")- Loop: 14cm (5.5") Color availability: ivory and blue Buy Dala Horse Ivory Luggage Tag Buy Dala Horse Blue Luggage Tag Dala Horse Zip Pouch  Our Dala horse zip pouch is like the bigger cousin of our Dala Horse coin purse - just as cute, but slightly more roomier than it. Made of high-quality cotton fabric with a black 100% cotton lining, nylon zip and red ribbon zip pull, this pouch has boxed corners allowing you to see everything inside for easier functionality. For a slightly more protected feel, it also has a synthetic fleece lining between the outer and inner fabric.  In terms of design, it’s no different than the previous Dala horse souvenirs handmade in Sweden listed here - floral canvas with the cheerful Dala horse in the focal point.  Perfect for: Pens, makeup, phone chargers, jewelry, medicine, etc.  Dimensions approx. - Width: 18cm (7")- Height: 11cm (4.5")- Depth: 6cm (2.5") Colors availability: ivory and blue Buy Dala Horse Ivory Zip Pouch  Buy Dala Horse Blue Zip Pouch  To Wrap Up Getting a souvenir from an airport is indeed a cute gesture, but here is something many people would agree with - buying a handmade souvenir (especially an eco-friendly one) definitely tells a more interesting and unique story. A story of cultural pride, sustainability, and true local craftmanship. The best thing of all is that even if you visited Sweden and forgot to get yourself or loved ones souvenirs or you simply would love to have something handmade in Sweden then this might be your perfect go-to solution as you can order it without leaving your home. On top of that, these adorable Dala horse souvenirs are not only fancy, but they are also very practical and can solve various challenges and needs that you as a traveler might encounter such as keeping your things more organized and protecting your passport and luggage. Eager to find more similar items like this one? Check out shop and get 20% off your first order! FAQ Why buy handmade and eco-friendly souvenirs? Buying handmade, eco-friendly souvenirs allows you to support small businesses, reduce plastic and textile waste and preserve true local artisan traditions. What is a Dala horse? A Dala horse (or “Dalecarlian horse”) is a traditional Swedish carved wooden horse, often painted in bright colors and folk patterns. Originating from the Dalarna region, it represents a symbol of Sweden’s cultural heritage. Are these Dala horse souvenirs really handmade in Sweden? Yes! All the items featured in this blog post are hand-sewn in Sweden by Wild Abandon.