This video shows a condensed process of making a soapstone qulliq (seal oil lamp) to lighting it with Arctic Cotton and misiġaaq (seal oil). Traditionally qulliit have been used for heat, light, and cooking in sod homes. In addition, the soot residue was used as the ink for Iñuit tattoo markings. Today, qulliit are used for contemporary things such as ceremony, acknowledging our ancestors, setting the tone for an event, etc.
The making of qulliit is in the process of being revitalized and I want to say Quyanaq (thank you) to Kunaq for sharing her traditional knowledge on how to make and light the qulliq! Quyanaqpak