Why, hello there! The big chill in Sweden continues and the Christmas lights look so pretty against the snow – even if it does make for treacherous cycling conditions (yes, Swedes cycle in the snow – with varying results I might add!).
The minus temperatures also mean we only really go out if we have to – and homes are being transformed into cosy sanctuaries. This also means Christmas decorations come out a little earlier than they might do in other countries. However, I’m not talking the full monty – instead, I’ve noticed Swedes start out with subtle festive touches with a natural wintery theme and then continue to layer their homes throughout December (something I touch on in my new book !).
In family home in Mölndal, south of Gothenburg is full of lovely, subtle touches and nice ideas. I especially love her son Matteo’s room with it’s brown, rust and blue colour scheme and a mini Christmas tree all of his own! So magical! Here’s a glimpse of the rooms and six ideas to steal.
1. combine amaryllis with other foliage from the garden such as branches with berries and eucalptus for a beautiful bouquet.
2. A simple touch of pine in a vase draws the winter season inside without going all out ‘Christmas’.
3. Swap out your usual pendant light for a star pendant such as . It can easily be stored the rest of the year!
4. A mini undecorated tree in a pot can be decorated as time goes on – and kept until the following year!
5. Add a mini Christmas tree in unexpected places – such as in the hallway or in a children’s bedroom to sprinkle a little magic all over the home!
6. Wreaths can be placed anywhere in the home, but I especially love seeing them over the bed, as seen here!
I hope Alexandra’s home has given you some cosy ideas!
If you’re looking for more Christmas decorating inspiration this weekend check out these home tours:
And also, scour the – for a ton of beautiful Scandi ideas to be found!
If you’d like a virtual tour this weekend, Per and I will be heading to a Christmas market on the island of Bornholm, which has a focus on quality goods and creating a magical atmosphere – and I’ll be covering it in my !
Have a cosy weekend!
Niki
Photography: , shared with kind permission.
*promotion of my own work.
Why, hello there! The big chill in Sweden continues and the Christmas lights look so pretty against the snow – even if it does make for treacherous cycling conditions (yes, Swedes cycle in the snow – with varying results I might add!).
The minus temperatures also mean we only really go out if we have to – and homes are being transformed into cosy sanctuaries. This also means Christmas decorations come out a little earlier than they might do in other countries. However, I’m not talking the full monty – instead, I’ve noticed Swedes start out with subtle festive touches with a natural wintery theme and then continue to layer their homes throughout December (something I touch on in my new book !).
In family home in Mölndal, south of Gothenburg is full of lovely, subtle touches and nice ideas. I especially love her son Matteo’s room with it’s brown, rust and blue colour scheme and a mini Christmas tree all of his own! So magical! Here’s a glimpse of the rooms and six ideas to steal.
1. combine amaryllis with other foliage from the garden such as branches with berries and eucalptus for a beautiful bouquet.
2. A simple touch of pine in a vase draws the winter season inside without going all out ‘Christmas’.
3. Swap out your usual pendant light for a star pendant such as . It can easily be stored the rest of the year!
4. A mini undecorated tree in a pot can be decorated as time goes on – and kept until the following year!
5. Add a mini Christmas tree in unexpected places – such as in the hallway or in a children’s bedroom to sprinkle a little magic all over the home!
6. Wreaths can be placed anywhere in the home, but I especially love seeing them over the bed, as seen here!
I hope Alexandra’s home has given you some cosy ideas!
If you’re looking for more Christmas decorating inspiration this weekend check out these home tours:
And also, scour the – for a ton of beautiful Scandi ideas to be found!
If you’d like a virtual tour this weekend, Per and I will be heading to a Christmas market on the island of Bornholm, which has a focus on quality goods and creating a magical atmosphere – and I’ll be covering it in my !
Have a cosy weekend!
Niki
Photography: , shared with kind permission.
*promotion of my own work.
