As Autumn sets in with its cold, grey mornings and the sun disappears a little bit earlier each day, beat the Autumn blues this season and take out time daily for ‘hygge’. Being a Scandinavian (Norway to be exact), Hygge is something that I am very familiar with and have been practising for years. What …
Hygge is the art of creating a warm and inviting space for you and your family to linger together, sharing warm food, drink and conversations. Yet, it’s also the enjoyment one finds in curling up to a good book on the couch with a hot cup of tea. So join me on this ‘7 Days …
How’s your Christmas prep going? So far, I’ve had those difficult chats with family where I reiterate that I’m keeping things simple and my budget low. They’re pretty used to how I do things now but I still like to set expectations. It’s taken me years to find my version of Christmas – It’s inspired …
The UK meteorological winter officially kicks off on Wednesday 1 December to mark the season’s start, show the warmer side to winter, and help winter whiners beat the blues, so let’s get together and celebrate Winter’s Eve. The Winter Solstice. A reminder of the cycles of life. An invitation to pause and tune in to …
Have you ever felt a strong desire to make home life easier? Our lives these days are busier than ever. We spend more time in our offices or on the road than we do in our own homes. Our lives have become so fast-paced and frenzied that we really need to make a concerted effort …
If you have been following me, you know I am an Interior Designer and love changing the interiors of my home seasonally – and it’s time to do it again; welcoming my favourite season; Autumn ♡ Autumn colours are not only beautiful, but they also offer an established colour palette from which to work. The …
When you feel that first crisp breeze, you know that summer is gone and Autumn is in the air. Every season has its upside; however, Autumn has a particular beauty to it. Lovers of the season revel in its unique ability to turn the world into one big canvas with nature’s paintbrush. From warm apple …
As the days get longer and brighter and crocuses and daffodils break through hard earth, the promise of spring feels palpable. We do have some bracing conditions to weather in the short term though, so ahead of winter’s close on the 20 of March, try not to wish away time, and instead enjoy the simple …
We are well halfway through Winter and, I don’t know about you, but this is one of my absolute favourite times of the entire year. To me, it’s the perfect time to be introspective — to cosy up, nurture yourself, experience hygge and love yourself. So, I’ve put together a list of some of the …
December is finally here, so let’s talk about cosy Nordic Christmas traditions. Having been living in the UK for 14 years, it has always been important to hold onto some traditions from back home and find joy in the little moments. I guess I miss my home especially now this period – it is when …
