The First Sunday of Advent is just around the corner and already we're seeing stars and twinkling lights appear in windows throughout Sweden. With the shorter days and much of the country blanketed in snow, the decorations help to brighten up the darkness and add cosiness and warmth.
A couple of winters ago I spent a magical few days at my dear friend, interior designer Helen Sturesson's cottage in Blekinge, southern Sweden. You have likely seen some of these cosy Christmas pictures before, but I couldn't resist featuring the entire cosy tour today.
I love the rustic feel and focus on understated tradition - little wonder the family choose to spend Christmas here by the fire. Ready to get into the festive spirit?
So magical!
I'd be so happy here cosying up by the fire, how about you?
It's so lovely and quiet there, and only a short walk from the baltic sea.
The glass decorations seen on the table, hanging on the tree and on the windowsill are all mouth-blown on the Danish island of Bornholm by atelier Pernille Bülow. My family and I are actually heading to the island this weekend to visit the Christmas market so I must stop by and pick up some Christmas decorations! I can't wait, it's such a beautiful part of the world!
I hope you enjoyed this tour of Helen's charming little cottage!
Niki
Photography - Niki Brantmark / My Scandinavian Home
Home / styling - Helen Sturesson
Underbart, mysigt julhus! Tackar!
ReplyDeleteTack :)
DeleteI think I remember this house--I love the vintage style, and the hand-blown glass catches my eye every time.
ReplyDeleteYou might well remember this one kris as I've shown the images in various shapes and forms before :) happy you still enjoy the feeling.
DeleteYou could show this home every week and I would love it just the same! I will be with you in spirit.
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
DeleteAbsolutely perfect.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning and cozy.
ReplyDeleteI am happy you enjoyed the tour of Helen's cottage - it really is charming in everyway!
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