When Helena Bengtsson was commissioned to make a Karlstad-inspired collection for Klässbols, she thought hard about what the pattern should radiate. “As a Karlstad resident, with a studio just outside the city, it is difficult to escape the sun connection, but for me it was important to make my own interpretation. My sun is inspired by the weather map and it forms the basic pattern. I also see the people in Karlstad sunbathing and the sun shines between our bridges and is reflected in the water,” Helena describes. After much thought, Helena chose to use the old stenbron that she laid as a border. On the towel, there were six arches per side to get all twelve arches. The four components of the pattern consist of stenbron, the water, suns and a ducal crown. "I chose stenbron because it is so unique in its kind. I also wanted to create a pattern that is enduring and relevant over time. Between the bridge arches, the Klarälven River flows like a water mirror where both suns and stars can be reflected. The crown is inspired by the gilded ducal crown that sits at the Residence in Karlstad and which is said to have been missing for a while," says Helena Bengtsson.

Shrinkage: All sizes given refer to unwashed fabric. Expect a shrinkage of approximately 5-7% in both length and width during the first wash.