With the first Sunday of Advent this weekend, I wanted to share something from Johanna’s charming home that I think the Swedes are especially great at – simple, DIY Christmas decorations that don’t cost the earth and look absolutely lovely!
Keep an eye out for Johanna’s step-by-step visual guide on how to create paper chains to hang from the ceiling and paper baubles to adorn your tree – all you need is some paper, scissors, and a needle and thread. I also love her bowl decoration with pomegranates and Advent candles!
Ready to feel inspired? Step this way!
Here, I'm looking forward to having my first glögg (spiced mulled wine) of the season (while reading through all your comments and responding!) and putting a few decorations up on Sunday to brighten up the darkness. I hope to share some pics with you later next week!
In the meantime, if you're looking for more festive inspiration from Sweden – take a peek at Johanna's inspiring Instagram feed and also:
DIY Christmas decorations
Christmas home tours
Have a cosy weekend. See you Monday!
Niki
Photography by @johannaikulla, shared with kind permission.
Some lovely ideas and nice photos. I planned to get a real fir tree this Christmas inspired by your blog but none of the trees on sale where I live have a pine scent which is the best thing about a Christmas tree, even if they do shed needles. Will stick with my ancient plastic tree.
ReplyDeleteI agree, the smell is wonderful! Pity, but I am sure your tree is lovely all the same.
DeleteWhat is the lovely dessert in the last photo?
ReplyDeleteGood question! I'll see if I can find out and come back to you.
DeleteCan you PLEASE point me to the vlog that shows how to make the paper scandi stars? I can't find my bookmark !
ReplyDeleteHere is the original post I shared about them. I believe there are a few links to the DIY tutorial in there: https://www.myscandinavianhome.com/2019/11/swedens-big-christmas-decoration-trend.html?m=1
DeleteHappy crafting!
That was me responding by the way. One day I'll get the commenting section fixed so it's easier to add a name!
DeleteSo many fun ideas! We have many ornaments, but I love making more for small gifts or to decorate gift boxes. I like the paper ornament a lot. Hmmm.
ReplyDeleteLove the sound of the small gifts you make - and how you deorate gift boxes. Maybe these could be a lovely addition to your crafting this year?
DeleteWonderful and so cozy :)
ReplyDeleteI love how Johanna's DIY Christmas decorations capture the essence of Swedish simplicity and charm. The paper chains and baubles are such creative ideas!
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