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A charming 19th century house on Gotland

If you've followed my blog for a while, you'll know I have a weakness for homes on the Swedish island of Gotland in the Baltic. That's why I was really excited to come across this beautiful 19th century house. The owners have successfully renovated the property to embrace its history and at the same time bring it up to date.  Think wood burning stoves, tiled masonry ovens, rickety stairs, original wood floors and traditional earthy colours blended with mid-century and modern day finds. The style is laid back, traditional and rustic. Welcome in!












Photography: Jörgen Kristiansson for Fastighetsbyrån

Simply lovely, don't you think?

Oh and it's for sale. I know. 

You can see more pics of this lovely home (as well as the exterior) here (just in case your mind's not already made up!).

A few items I know and love from this Gotland cottage: dining area - Bentwood chairs, Gotland sheepskin throw, Klong oil lamp, source a beautiful vintage dough bowl here. Sitting room: chefs hat lamp, Gubi mirror. Bedroom: lampe gras wall lights. stonewashed linen bedding, dark grey quilt.

It would almost be unfair not to share some of my favourite Gotland homes from the past, don't you think? Here goes: a beautiful Gotland home in shades of grey, the bohemian sumer home of a fashion photographer and an idyllic island holiday home. Do you have a favourite style?

My blogging constantly brings new challenges and this afternoon I have another first. I've got a photo shoot with my neighbour's poodle, Daphne. I've been told she's a real natural behind the camera (she comes from a family of models after all) but most of all I'm looking forward to her company - I'm sure we'll get a long just fine!

Have a lovely day!

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My home: garden updates with Ryobi One+ System

What does your outdoor space look like? We have a small but cosy backyard, which after a little work has become our very own outdoor oasis. It still requires a little TLC here and there - for example last weekend we sanded down the table and made a new plant box out of an old discarded palette (link to tutorial below!). It's amazing what you can do with an old palette and Ryobi tools! For those of you not familiar with the company, Ryobi specialises in cordless tools, specifically the ONE+ System with which you can power over 50 tools with the same battery, which is super convenient (and they're sooo easy to use). The day turned out to be really therepeutic (who would have thought DIY could be so mindful?!) - and most importantly had so much fun! Oh and now we have a beautiful table and plant box too! Hope you like it! #feelingempowered.

1. The sanding






2. Our new plant box made from a disused palette (using a jigsaw and drill). 





Photography: Niki & Per Brantmark / My Scandinavian Home

You can see a great tutorial on how to make a similar plant box here

For now we've loaded the box with pretty heather (I love the autumn colours) but come spring, we'll be starting the new vegetable patch (inspired by the The Rurbanite)- wish us luck!

A quick guide to where other things are from: the garden table, chairs and candle holder are from ILVAplates and cutlery from Nordal, blanket from The Beach House.

Have a lovely day!

This post was sponsored by Ryobi. However, all words are my own and I only ever work with brands I love and trust and feel you will to. Thank you for supporting the sponsors who help me to create fresh and exciting content here on My Scandinavian Home!....And thank you Ryobi for my amazing new power tools!

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The creative home of a Swedish artist

I'm not sure if you remember the lovely home of Stockholm based artist Ă…sa Stenerhag that I featured back in January 2015? Well, I was excited to discover more pictures (by photographer Jonas Ingerstedt) last night! Ă…sa's apartment has been decorated with earthy tones of beige, brown and deep red (kind of Autumnal don't you think?) combined with black and white and furnished with iconic pieces, fascinating treasures and of course, the most wonderful art. Ă…sa's art is infused with tactile surfaces and graphic expressions, and many pieces can be seen throughout the home. She also recently made news for her exhibition “Seeking Patterns”, a collaboration with Swedish fashion brand Filippa K (she was formerly part of the design team). It's no wonder her home is so creative!













Photography: Jonas Ingerstedt with kind permission / homeowner: Ă…sa Stenerhag

What a beautiful home?! So unique and personal.

The art steals the show of course, but I also spy one of my favourite lamps - the Mantis floorlamp.  Oh how I'd love one of these in my home one day!

To get a hint of Ă…sa's style in your home you can purchase her limited edition 'Roots' artwork here, and I'm loving this throw for the colours and texture...also seen here. Beautiful!

Is there anything that stands out to you?

A lil' mid week link love, just because....

Pretty rings for the minimalist.

One day I'd like to live here.

Soft centred chocolate cake. YUM.

One for tired parents - a 'smart' crib that rocks a baby to sleep (where was that when I needed it?!). And for when they're a little bigger - how cute is this little girl's outfit? And, and, and just how beautiful are these threads for kids?

New Instagram find -  Jannik Obenhoff (can't believe he's only 16 can you? - incredible!).

Beautiful Autumn.

Have a lovely day!

PS I'll be stopping by later to share a few of my recent backyard updates (Including a DIY plant box made from an old palette!). Hope you like it!  

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Could you sleep in a cupboard - like the one in this Swedish pad?

In this lovely apartment in Gothenburg, the designers have decided to make smart use of the very small space by doubling the bedroom up with storage space in the living room. The door can be closed for privacy and a cosy feel at lights out - while the windows still allow a little light to slip in (thankfully or I might start to feel more than a little claustrophobic!). The rest of the apartment has beautiful high ceilings and large windows which flood the space with light  - and a beautiful white, grey cognac and brass combination. Let's take a peek....











Photography: Jonas Berg for Entrance Mäklari.

Such an inspiring use of space, don't you think? 

There are quite a few items I know and love in this space, including: Butterfly chair, source a Beni Ourain rug here, Tom Dixon tealight holder (I've got one of these and it creates the most beautiful patterns!). Gervasoni sofa, Gotland sheepskin throw. Bedroom: white stonewashed bed linen.  Kitchen - Ant chair.

There's lots and lots more small space inspiration to be found in this archive...(clear the calender!).

Have a wonderful day!

PS If you love an autumn table you'll absolutely love this (and this) table setting by one of my Instagram favourites _foodstories_ - so incredibly beautiful, don't you think?!

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The relaxed, vintage inspired home of an artist

Why, hello there! I hope you had a wonderful weekend?! While photographing (some beeeeautiful) homes for my book a few weeks back it struck me that they were almost entirely filled with one-off pieces - picked up on travels or found in flea markets, which made the spaces truly special.  I stumbled across this lovely creative home on Apartment Therapy captured by Natalie Jeffcott the other day and it too, is filled with a unique array of treasures, all of which come together simply because the owners Ben and artist Heidi Yardley love them. Situated in a converted stable at the end of a quiet cobbled lane in North Melbourne (what is it with me and Australian homes right now - did you see last week's posts?!), Ben and Heidi's house has been filled with vintage and second hand finds, for a lovely relaxed, bohemian vibe which is as personal as it is fascinating. 













Photography by Natalie Jeffcott / Apartment Therapy.

Every time I look through the pictures I spot something new. Did you see the arm for example (it makes sense when you look through Heidi's portfolio)?! And of course their very handsome cat Nico!

I love the colour scheme in the bedroom... so inspiring!

It's these elements of surprises which make the home so fascinating, don't you think?

Get the look: pick up a mid-century credenza here, macrame plant holder, this is a great source for vintage easels. Vintage tin boxes.  Heidi's art. I love the round chair in the bedroom but haven't found anything like it - any tips?

More beautiful artists' home to feel inspired by: a beautiful Copenhagen home in a former sculpter's atelier, an artist's home and studio in Stockholm, a Swedish artist's home in a former school.

Have a great start to the week!

PS Don't forget my talented friend Maria is offering 15% discount off her fabulous designs in her shop until the end of October. To redeem simply enter 15RABATTSCANDI at check-out - I've already picked myself up the Little Darling lamp love it! (ships everywhere in Europe). 

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A beautiful apartment in a 1920s art deco build

Oj oj oj (as they say in Sweden)! The end of the week has really crept up on me. How great is that?! It's probably because I've been virtually padding around this Swedish space and sunning it up down under at a beautiful estate! I think it would be a shame not to complete the week with one final Scandinavian inspired Australian home tour, don't you? Designed, styled and decorated by Lynda Gardener (also the brains behind yesterday's barn conversion and that estate - yup, she's talented), The Apartment is a boutique rental accommodation in Melbourne's St Kilda. It's located on the third floor of a wonderful 1920s art deco building and has been styled in one off pieces, pure french linens, toasty warm blankets, hand crocheted rugs and vintage oil paintings. It sounds like one of those places where you can check out anytime you like but will never want to leave....(eh hem)....








Credit: photos Lisa Cohen, Styling / design Lynda Gardener. The Apartment St Kilda

That 1920's building is just incredible?! I love how Lynda's used so many natural textures too, it all looks so warm and inviting.

Could you see yourself staying here? 

Get the look from this lovely apartment:  sitting room - this rug is similar, source lovely vintage portraits here. Chunky crochet blanket. Kitchen: macrame plant hanger, I love this bamboo light shade. Bedroom - reindeer skin, stonewashed linen striped duvet cover. Bathroom - H&M used to sell this shower curtain - I've been looking around on the web for a similar one but no luck yet - any tips?

Have you got any great plans for the weekend? We're having a little birthday party for my daughter who turned 6 this week - so much fun (will need a glass of this to recover though - and while on the topic, how pretty are these simple DIY ice cubes, perfect for the weekend?)!

Have a wonderful couple of days and see you Monday!

PS The nominations are now open for Elle Decoration Sweden's interior blogger of the year award here, I'd be so happy if you feel My Scandinavian Home deserves to be in the running! 

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