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Swedish Spork – Where Function Meets Art in an Award-Winning Design Classic
When we at Light My Fire launched our first Swedish Spork Original™, we wanted to solve an everyday problem with simple, smart design: never having to choose between several utensils — especially on the go. We aimed to create a tool that could go everywhere, work every time, and at the same time be a sustainable alternative to disposable cutlery.
Together with industrial designer Joachim Nordwall, we took the classic idea of a “spork” and transformed it into something completely new — a fork, knife, and spoon in one, united by Scandinavian form and function. The response? Overwhelming! We sold over 1 million Swedish Sporks in the first year, and over 60 million worldwide since then.
A Swedish Design Award – A Place in History
We’re proud that the Swedish Spork has been officially recognized as applied art by Svensk Form’s Opinion Committee — an independent design council that since 1920 highlights products where aesthetics, function, and craftsmanship come together.
This exclusive honor has only been awarded to about 150 products ever. Other examples? Bruno Mathsson’s Pernilla armchair, Carl Malmsten’s Lilla Åland chair, and Kockums’ classic enamel cookware.
Now, our Swedish Spork stands alongside these icons — a true Swedish design classic made to last a lifetime.
From Sweden – to the World
All our Swedish Sporks are made in Sweden. We use bio-based plastics, recycled stainless steel, or titanium — materials that reflect our commitment to sustainable design and circular responsibility. They’re BPA-free, dishwasher safe, compatible with non-stick cookware, and come in various colors and sizes.
We’re passionate about creating products people want to use — again and again — whether it’s for the office lunchbox, a forest hike, or everyday dinner at home.
Swedish Spork Original™ – Where It All Began
Our Swedish Spork Original™ remains the star of the collection. The perfect everyday companion — as smart at a pasta lunch as on a mountain trek. With a spoon at one end and a fork with a serrated knife edge at the other, this is cutlery you’ll always find useful.
17 cm / 11 g / Bioplastic
All Our Swedish Sporks – One for Every Need
We’ve developed our Swedish Spork family to fit every situation. Here’s the full collection:
Swedish Spork Little™ For small hands — safe, rounded, and perfect for kids’ lunchboxes.
14 cm / 9 g / BioplasticSwedish Spork Lefty™ Finally, a spork for left-handers! Mirror-function, same brilliance.
17 cm / 11 g / BioplasticSwedish Spork Medium™ Slightly longer — great for freeze-dried meals, deep jars, and outdoor cooking.
20 cm / 18 g / BioplasticSwedish Spork Large™ Our largest — perfect for serving, stirring, or cooking over an open fire.
25 cm / 33 g / BioplasticSwedish Spork Stainless™ Made from 61% recycled stainless steel — robust, elegant, and designed to last generations.
17 cm / 33 g / Recycled stainless steelSwedish Spork Titanium™ Extremely durable, light, and completely taste-neutral — for those with high demands.
17 cm / 19 g / Titanium
More Than Just Cutlery – A Statement
Swedish Spork is an eco-friendly eating utensil that replaces disposables and reduces waste — without compromising function or style. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, minimalist, parent, or business customer — we have a Swedish Spork for you.
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Want to create a personal Swedish Spork with your logo, color, or design? We offer printing and customization for companies, organizations, and events. A printed Swedish Spork is a appreciated, useful, and sustainable gift.
