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10 Stylish and Easy Scandinavian Easter Decor Ideas

March 9, 2018 No Comments
White tulips on a table

As much as I love winter, I admit it can start to look a little ragged and worn by March. Easter is a great opportunity — or excuse, anyway — to start brightening things up around the house. Of course, if you’re still recovering from Christmas and New Year’s, the idea of going all out […]

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10 Dark and Moody Scandinavian Bedrooms to Lull You into Dreamland

February 20, 2018 No Comments
Small bedroom in chic dark tones

I spent part of November in northern Denmark once and loved it even though that “isn’t normal,” I was told. But there’s something so calming about those windy, drizzly grey days. The mornings seem to float out endlessly in a state of dreamily suspended animation. It’s like being wrapped in a fuzzy blanket of autumn […]

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Cozy Toes: Finding the Right Rug for Scandinavian Furniture

February 16, 2018 No Comments
White rug with black stripes

The elegant wood floors that are an integral part of Scandinavian interiors make area rugs something of necessity. More than just holding warmth (and giving the cat a cozy spot to lie in front of the fire), the right rug defines your seating area and anchors your furniture in a way that sets off the […]

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Why It’s Time to Ditch the White Sheets for Something More Luxurious

January 16, 2018 No Comments
Unbleached linen lends that casually chic touch to a modern Scandinavian bedroom.

White sheets might be a classic, but even if you love their crisp, fresh look, they’re not really doing you any favors. Not only does the industrial bleaching process have a negative environmental impact, but it also weakens your sheets so they wear out faster. Natural (unbleached, undyed) linen and cotton give you more

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Wallpaper to Bring the Serenity of the Swedish Forest into Your Home

August 31, 2017 No Comments
Light, forest-themed wallpaper

The forest in autumn and winter has a serenity and a subdued atmosphere you can’t find the rest of the year. I’ve always been drawn to the deep, dark, shadowy parts of the forest, I think for their air of mystery and possibility. It feels like sacred space. If you have an appreciation

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Normann Copenhagen’s Astro Tray Set is Here to Control Your Coffee Table Clutter

June 20, 2017 No Comments
Stacked wood trays

Good organization is a big part of creating a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere in your home. But life being what it is, coffee tables, nightstands, and nearly every other surface often end up as magnets for clutter. I mean, you’re busy, and putting away every safety pin and stray pen cap doesn’t always rank high

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A Quick Guide to Linen: Sustainable, Durable, and Luxuriously Comfortable

June 6, 2017 No Comments
A little rumpled linen lends a warm, inviting vibe to this light blue and white Scandinavian style bedroom

To me, there’s no fabric that says “home” quite like linen. It’s the girl next door of textiles with a wholesome, natural beauty. And it happens to be one of the most environmentally friendly fabrics around. As a long-standing part of European nature and history, it’s the perfect fabric for an eco-friendly Nordic style

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Summer Storage: Baskets Keep Things Light and Easy

May 19, 2017 No Comments

When you live in a minimalist home, having a few catch-all storage containers here and there makes maintaining that well-ordered look a lot easier. They’re especially handy for the bedroom and living room, and they’re a must for kid’s rooms. Toss in your spare throws, pillows or newspapers and you’ve got a stylish piece of […]

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A Breezy Nautical Vase for Spring – Swedish Design and Norwegian Tradition

March 17, 2017 No Comments

The first seagulls swooped over the balcony a few days ago, a sign spring is coming. The snow is nearly all gone. No signs of flowers yet, but I don’t think it’s too early to start thinking about freshening things up for spring. To that end is today’s find, a hanging glass vase called The […]

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Have Too Many Beautiful Throws in the Closet? Here’s How You Can Show Them Off in Style

January 10, 2017 No Comments

The cold snap that’s hit Europe this week has brought the temperature down to around -20C the last few nights, so it’s good to have a few cuddly throws and blankets around. They create that kind of inviting luxury you want to come home to and cuddle up in on snowy winter evenings. So many […]

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Hi there! I’m Mari, a design and green living writer, and this is where share my discoveries in Nordic interiors and houseware design. I'm a fan of natural, local materials and designs that carry the echo of tradition, so you'll find a lot of that here.

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