Fika is an important Swedish cultural social tradition. The word loosely translates as a coffee break, yet it’s meaning is deeper than a simple cup of coffee and a baked good. Fika offers an opportunity to reset one’s mind and body, ground oneself in community, and recharge the soul. In these works I’ve used scraps of leftover upholstery fabric from my previous dining room chairs to represent times of meaningful connection with friends and family. This series is a reflection of my thoughts about the meaning of true rest and the desire to connect and share our lives with others in a meaningful way.