Sweden has a long tradition of integrating craft education (slöjd) into its national curriculum, emphasizing creativity, problem-solving, and sustainable making. This presentation examines the evolution of Swedish sloyd teacher training, where hands-on material exploration, pedagogical theory, and digital tools intersect to prepare future educators. Over the past decade, the education has transitioned from a campusbased format to semi-distance learning and, during the COVID-19 pandemic, to fulldistance education. These shifts have not only posed challenges but also generated new opportunities for innovation in craft education. Post-pandemic reflections have provided valuable insights into what worked well, including the use of digital tools for supervision and assessment, increased flexibility, and novel approaches to practical craft education at a distance. By drawing on these experiences, Swedish sloyd teacher education in Umeå continues to evolve, balancing tradition with digital transformation to enhance accessibility and pedagogical quality.