Ambiente rústico relajado / Rustic relaxed atmosphere

Empezamos semana y le damos la bienvenida al mes diciembre con los ambientes relajados e íntimos

 tan característicos del estilo rustico  

¿Qué os parecen estas imágenes? 

¿No os parece que desprenden la calidez y serenidad tan característica de los meses de invierno? 

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Gracias por tu visita ¡Vicky!

Quiet Time

This weekend on my way back to Birmingham from a much needed vacation I listened to a sermon by Tim Keller on work and it was just what I needed. I highly recommend it, especially as we enter into another Monday (no matter what your "work" is) and this busy season and it is easy to get burned out. I am not sure if you can find it online but if you download the app and go to "audio" then "Genesis" you will find it there.

Give-away: win a Daniel Wellington watch!

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to  Ema Locking, who won a Daniel Wellington watch of her choice.  If you didn't win you may find some comfort in the offer of a 15% discount with the code myscandinavianhome over at Daniel Wellington. Thank you so much for entering. 


To celebrate the start of Advent I've teamed up with fab watch brand Daniel Wellington to offer you the chance to win a classic men or ladies timepiece of your choice. Daniel Wellington prides itself on watches with a preppy, timeless design. Two of my favourites include the classic st. andrews lady (I love the cognac and rose gold combination!) and the Classic York. Find out how to enter to win your own fab Daniel Wellington timepiece below.

How to enter:
1. Visit the Daniel Wellington website and take a look around
2. Add the link of the watch you would most like to win in the comment section below.

This give-away is now closed. 

Daniel Wellington can also be followed on instragram @danielwellingtonwatches.

A touch of Scandinavian Christmas decorating inspiration

I always start putting up a few Christmas decorations around Advent Sunday.  In case you'll be doing the same, here's a little modern Scandinavian Christmas inspiration for advent calendars, candles and a pretty olive branch wreath I'm hoping to make for my front door.  Happy decorating!

Images: 1. Frichic 2. Weekday Carnival DIY 3. Marsipan og Smilifjes 4. Bella Blogit 5. Petra Bindel 6. Does anyone know the credit?  

I'm planning lots more Christmas posts in the month of December. In the meantime you can take a peek through past Christmas posts here (scroll passed the first post which will be the same as this one), or take a look at my Christmas Pinterest board which I'm forever updating.

Don't forget to stop by tomorrow to enter a fab advent give-away!

Have a great night!

The home of Swedish stylist Pella Hedeby

Hello, and happy thanks giving to everyone in America! Here in Sweden it's a normal Friday - but hey, that means it's the weekend so I'm happy! Since I'm in a festive mood I'll be publishing two posts today: a home tour and then later, some fab Scandinavian Christmas inspiration. First, the wonderful home of Swedish stylist Pella Hedeby which is up for sale. Pella's graphical signtaure style shines through in every room. I also love the light grey marble, white floors and the cosy bedroom. I'm sure Pella's very sad to be leaving such a great space, but personally, I'm so excited to see what she does in her next home, aren't you?!

 

Home: Pella Hedeby. Fastighetsbyrån

I love the thin shelving in the bedroom, what a great way to display favourite prints.

A couple of items I know and love: I have the same chunky moss knit throw in my bedroom. I also have a smaller version of the 'Je t'aime beaucoup' print by Therese Sennerholt (she also sells this fabulous fashion photography print). I'm a big fan of the Koushi Lampshade by Mark Eden Schooley which Pella has in her sitting room.

Is there anything that stands out to you?

If you like Pella's apartment you'll love some of the Swedish homes she has styled including this one, this one. and this one.

See you a little later for some Scandinavian Christmas inspiration. And don't forget to pop back tomorrow for a very exciting Advent give-away! It's all go on my scandinavian home this weekend!

Weekend Steals & Deals | Black Friday Edition

Good morning!  We're back from a day spent with two families filled with food, food and more food.   And a sweet new nephew who's still got all his fresh new baby chub that you just want to devour.   The food was delicious (Barefoot Contessa's sour cream coffee cake doesn't disappoint and this recipe for queso turned out great as one of our appetizers).  My brother made the best omelets and my sis-n-law did all the heavy lifting for the big turkey dinner.  It's all so good, but I'm stuffed!  We'll have leftovers for days, which is okay in my book.  How was your day?  Did you end up in stretchy pants too?  I'll be wearing my comfy pajamas all day as I get started on my Christmas decorations.  :)

But, I know many of you will be partaking in the Black Friday holiday sales and let me tell you, there are some good deals to be had!  I wouldn't brave the crowds, but shopping from the comfort of my couch with a cup of coffee may be in my future.  I went online to check out the sales and picked out some of my favorite steals and deals this week.  I did a little shopping of my own last week and my two faves are this faux fur infinity scarf and the beautiful tee that is so soft and a perfect gift for your friend (or yourself;) 

faux fur infinity scarf ($20) | midi rings (similar here and here)

beautiful top ($12.50, $25)

distressed jean ($62) | bootie ($99.90, $138.95)

Y'all know I love a striped shirt.  This one is a steal!  

striped 3/4 top ($8.50, $49.50) | Kendra Scott Rayne pendant necklace ($68, $80)

I'd love to hear about what you picked up for a steal during these Black Friday sales.  Let me know in the comments!

ANN TAYLOR:  50% off your entire order.  Use code THANKS - FREE shipping on $175 or more & $8.95 flat rate shipping.  Ends 11/29 at 3am.

ANTHROPOLOGIE: Tops under $40.  Free shipping on orders over $150 with code FS150.

BANANA REPUBLIC:  50% off 1 full-priced item with code BRFIFTY & 40% of site wide with code BRFORTY.  Ends 11/28.

EXPRESS:   50% off site wide.  Ends 11/28. 

FOREVER 21:  Black Friday deals under $5, $10, $20 & Extra 30% off clearance. Ends 11/30.

GAP:  50% off site wide with code BLKFRIDAY ends 11/28.  40% off site wide with code GIFT ends 11/29. Free shipping on orders over $50, free returns.  

HUDSON JEANS:  60% off select styles + free shipping.  11/28 - 11/30.

J. CREW:  30% off select full-price styles and additional 40% off sale + free shipping with code HOLIDAY  Ends 11/30.



KATE SPADE SATURDAY:  30% off sitewide + free shipping with code DEALME Ends 11/30.

LOFT:  Earn two $25 Loft Cash Cards for every $50 you spend.  Redeem from 12/2 - 12/12.

NORDSTROM:  Up to 40% off.  Always FREE shipping & FREE returns.

OLD NAVY:  Entire store will be 50% off.  Ends 11/28.

PIPERLIME:  25% off sitewide + be entered to win a trip for 2 to NYC fashion week with code IHEARTNYC  Ends 11/28.

SOLE SOCIETY:  Black Friday 30% off all footwear (11/28) & 30% off all footwear & bags (11/29 - 11/30). Fast and free shipping.  





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Nórdico en blanco y negro + diy / Nordic in Black and White + diy

Del más puro estilo escandinavo contemporáneo es la decoración en blanco y negro de lineas simples y sencillas. hace unos días descubrí estas imágenes  de la firma de interiores livligerom , una de las cosas que más me llamo la atención, es como  con unas simples plantillas se puede dar un toque navideño de lo más original.

Si os gusta  esta idea  y os  animais,  en la última imagen teneis las plantillas, únicamente se

 tienen que ampliar al tamaño que mas guste.

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Christmas touches in a Finnish home

When do you start putting up your Christmas decorations? I've already added a few touches to my home including white amaryllis and hyacinths (I love the scent) as well as a few lit candles at breakfast and as soon as it gets dark at 15.30 (yes, I know!). This lovely, warm Finnish home is a perfect example of late November / early December Christmas decorating. It's the Helsinki pad of Kaisa, her partner, and cat Mr Paw (who can be seen making himself at home on the sofa). Kaisa is a dab hand at DIY (as you can see on her blog No Home Without You) and loves Scandinavian interiors and crafts. This is reflected in the way she has decorated her space - I particularly love the fairylights display, plants and bunting. How about you?

No Home Without You with kind permission. 

I love how Kaisa has used a nordic base (white walls and light wood floors), and then added mid-century finds and touches of rustic wood for an extra cosy vibe. The bunting over the table reminds me of this wonderful Christmas space. DIY decorating idea for Thanksgiving or First advent perhaps?

Is there anything you love in particular about Kaisa's home?

Have a lovely day!

PS you can see examples of how I add amaryllis and hyacinths to my home work work place here.