The Story of
Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories
Inspired by travelling and nature, Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories shares stories from local and global corners while promoting unique, sustainably made products.
Sommerfuglen offers a variety of high-quality, handmade items that are produced in a sustainable manner in their country of origin. Each product tells a story, and by purchasing them, you are supporting the work of local entrepreneurs and NGOs in countries like South Africa, Cambodia, Brazil, Bali and India.
Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories is more than a shop: it’s a space for magical meetings, inspiration, creativity and curiosity – it’s a tiny travel experience in itself. Sommerfuglen thrives on stories and will continue to explore the world, its people, culture and art whenever possible.
You can visit the Sommerfuglen store at Spiregården in Kristiansand, Norway, during the Scandinavian summer season. Stop by for a chat, find unique and meaningful gifts for yourself and the ones you love, smell some incense and aroma oils, pick your Card of the Day – and be inspired!
At Spiregården, you can also treat yourself to yummy food and drinks from Spiren Café, whose backyard we share, or join a yoga class at Emijoly Yoga and Pilates.
The team at Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories strives to make your visit an inspiring and pleasant experience. Check out our store and get in touch with questions or requests.
Are you ready to spread your wings?
About Monica
The Heart Behind Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories
I’m Monica Iren Taule — traveler, yogi, creator, and founder of Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories.
Since I was 19, I’ve lived a life shaped by movement — exploring the world, living barefoot under palm trees, and collecting stories through art, connection, and handmade beauty. My background spans creative arts, psychology, and international education, with work and studies across South Africa, Cambodia, Thailand, and beyond.
After years of weaving between the global and the ground, I returned to my hometown Kristiansand and found a new seasonal home in the creative oasis of Spiregården. It was there that my long-lived lifestyle turned into something tangible: a concept store rooted in slow fashion, ethical trade, and the power of storytelling.
Sommerfuglen Wonderlust Stories is a space where each product carries meaning — handmade with heart, supporting artisans, social enterprises, and NGOs around the world.
It’s a celebration of the beauty in wandering, wondering, and giving back.