Viking

Like all projects big and small, the need for change inspired Vking’s beginning. In 1689 a royal arms factory was born in Huskvarna, Sweden. Almost two centuries later in 1872, facing declining demand for firearms, the artisans of the factory were inspired to make a more peaceful product—sewing machines. Today, Husqvarna Viking is a worldwide organization that still designs high-quality sewing machines in Sweden and markets their products to passionate sewers all across the globe.

Husqvarna was founded as a royal arms factory. In the early 1870’s, Husqvarna started finding it difficult to get orders for rifles. New manufacturing objects needed to be found. And that is how the arduous work of the little arms factory lead to the position Husqvarna enjoys as one of the world’s most prominent sewing machine manufacturers.

They are proud of their heritage, but Viking is especially proud that you, their loyal sewing enthusiasts, have been a vital part of their history and their future. The mission of Husqvarna Viking has always been to provide sewers all over the world with inspiration and a wide range of tools that make it easy and fun to sew. Husqvarna is excited about the innovations to come and continuing to spread the joy of sewing.