The first Sunday of Advent is just around the corner, marking the start of Christmas decorating in Scandinavia. It's a gradual and thoughtful process, beginning with adventsljusstakar (advent candles) in the windows, perhaps paired with a star lamp and some wintry foliage.
Rebecka Palmqvist's charming country home, built in 1848, is a perfect example of this seasonal transformation. She and her partner have been lovingly renovating it, using old furniture and beautiful wallpaper while preserving its original architecture. The result is a warm, inviting space for their family, including their two small children, Gullvie and Frans.
In winter, the home feels especially magical. Star lanterns and electric candles glow in the windows, and orange garlands are draped across the ceiling. while a Christmas tree adds to the festive atmosphere indoors. Welcome to Rebecka's home!
I also love how Rebecka has decorated her home, staying true to the original charm of the farmhouse while creating a magical space for her family. You can see more pictures here.
Here are a few more Scandinavian homes in the snow:
A lakeside Swedish log house in the snow
Hannah's cosy Finnish house in the snow at Christmas
A rural cosy country home at Christmas
A Swedish home in snowy North Sweden
Simple Christmas touches in a Norwegian home beside a snow-covered fjord
I have loved all your comments this weekend - always so interesting and fun to read. I am looking forward to pouring myself a coffee and responding to all of them later today.
There have been quite a few country homes featured here lately, so I’ll do my best to share an urban apartment with you on Wednesday for all of those of you looking for a little city inspiration. But before that, I’m excited to create an extra post for you tomorrow—I have some news to share from Carl Hansen & Søn! Please stop by if you have the time.
Kram!
Niki
Photography courtesy of @rebecka.palmqvist, shared with kind permission.
That swan wallpaper!!!
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ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely. The swan wallpaper is something new! I loved the vaulted ceiling over the table. The whites, blues and greens are warmed with some ocher. Just beautful. The outside is just as lovely.....Scandi red, a tree at the door, and a wonderful old barn with candles in the window!! I get the warmest feelings viewing this home. : > )
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely, happy home❣️
ReplyDeleteI also loved the swan wallpaper. It should age well as the kids grow older (speaking from personal experience, it can be hard for parents to find time to switch out the decor from child to teen). There are so many things to love about this home!
ReplyDeleteWell, this is just Romantic with a capital R!
ReplyDeleteI want to sit in the settee by the window with the star and adventure candle! So cozy/cosy :).
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