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Living a Nordic Life
Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.
From my home in southern Norway I'd love to share my Nordic lifestyle, cooking and surroundings with you, and show you how I have discovered that you don't need to live in Norway to enjoy and embrace a Nordic lifestyle and way of living.
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Hanging Egg Shells, Simple Easter Decor
I love simple crafts and I especially love Easter decor. This simple Easter decor is such a pretty & sustainable way to reuse your eggshells
Fiona McKinna
Apr 2, 20233 min read
Loff, Traditional Norwegian White Loaf
The cosy luxury of freshly baked bread is really special. This Norwegian classic is simple, traditional and delicious.
Fiona McKinna
Mar 17, 20233 min read
Is Nordic Living Right for me?
Is Nordic living right for me? That's a pretty broad question, but a perfectly valid one and one I'd like to help you answer...
Fiona McKinna
Feb 8, 20233 min read
It's been a HELL WEEK, and here's why
It's been a Hell Week! All thanks to mental trainer and author Erik Bertrand Larssen. Let me tell you why...
Fiona McKinna
Jan 25, 20235 min read
Living a Nordic Life's Top 5 Posts of 2022
2022 has shown me just how important Nordic living and simple living is to my readers and so I want to share my most read posts of the year.
Fiona McKinna
Dec 30, 20221 min read
Learning to Love Winter (or at least not to hate it!)
Why I needed to learn to love winter even though at times I just wanted to hibernate.
Fiona McKinna
Dec 29, 20223 min read
Our Scandinavian Chicken Coop Reveal
Our bespoke Norwegian chicken coop reveal from start to finish. From our initial concept, design and build to the finished coop.
Fiona McKinna
Nov 7, 20223 min read
The Art of Hygge Lighting
Hygge starts at home. Making a cosy home can bring so much peace in our lives and lighting plays a huge part in that. Read more...
Fiona McKinna
Sep 6, 20223 min read
Love Autumn Like You're Nordic
Autumn is beauty itself, but I haven't always felt like that. It was not an instant love affair, I had to learn it. Do you feel the same?
Fiona McKinna
Aug 30, 20224 min read
Rødbetesalat (Norwegian Beetroot Salad)
Rødbetesalat or Norwegian beetroot salad is a fresh, unusual salad that makes the most of the late summer harvest of beets.
Fiona McKinna
Aug 10, 20222 min read
A Journey Through Scandinavian Street Food
You don't always think of Scandinavia when you think of street food, but it's a BIG thing. Join me on a journey through Scandi streetfood
Fiona McKinna
Jul 20, 20224 min read
Elderflowers The Swedish Way
Elderflowers are a summer treat for the forager. Elderflower fritter and elderflower cordial are Swedish classics that I know you will love
Fiona McKinna
Jul 2, 20224 min read
7 Ways To Experience Scandinavia at Home
Bring a little piece of Scandinavia to your everyday.
Fiona McKinna
Jun 26, 20223 min read
Spruce Tips, Nature's Cold Remedy
Spruce tips are a wonderful seasonal treat and I have a great way to preserve them to enjoy and make the most of in the winter months
Fiona McKinna
May 31, 20224 min read
Gardening for Wildlife
Gardening for wildlife is great and benefits your garden in huge ways. It's fun for us as gardeners and can be done in the smallest space.
Fiona McKinna
May 3, 20225 min read
How to Enjoy Easter like a Norwegian
For many people in Norway Easter is fairly low key. It is a time for relaxing with family and friends, making the most of the new warmer...
Fiona McKinna
Apr 15, 20223 min read
Vintage Book Christmas Cracker Tutorial
Christmas crackers are fun, but this unique and creative table gift idea will delight and enchant your guests.
Fiona McKinna
Nov 28, 20213 min read
Grøt, Nordic Hygge in a Bowl
Scandinavia has a longstanding love of grøt (porridge). Many of the recipes are very old and have sustained nations through tough times.
Fiona McKinna
Oct 23, 20213 min read
Accidentally Organic
Our road to being organic has been one we have stumbled upon rather than deliberately taken, but even small steps makes a difference
Fiona McKinna
Aug 31, 20214 min read
Tin Can Bowling Game Tutorial
Tin can bowling is a fun game for all ages that an be made from a few items you would normally throw in the bin
Fiona McKinna
Aug 25, 20212 min read
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