5 Simple Nordic Ways to Make Life Happier
Life in the Nordics is generally very happy and there are simple ways that everyday things are appreciated and valued.
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Living a Nordic Life
How to Live a Nordic Life, Wherever You Are...
You don't need to live in the Nordics to have a Nordic life.
Nordic living is all about balance, velvære (well being) and making time to enjoy life. I firmly believe that anyone can enjoy a Nordic life wherever they are in the world, from the hottest region to the coldest, and everything in between.
There are so many aspects to Nordic living that we can all embrace and I want to show you how......
5 Reasons to Live in Norway
For so long Norway has been somewhere many people would love to live. But why? Let me share my 5 big reasons
Authentic Nordic living, your way
I love our FB Living a Nordic Life group and it's great if you want to explore a little, but if you want to delve deeper you will love this.
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...
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...
What is school like in Norway?
Would you like to know what school is like in Norway? Let me share some of my own experiences as a parent of 3 kids at school in Norway
How We Live a Simple Nordic Life
Let me invite you into my life for a few minutes as I tell you how we live a little more simply and Nordicly and enjoy the simple luxuries
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.
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.
10 Myths About Nordic Living
Nordic living and hygge are often confused, and there are many things said about Nordic living. I'm here to dispel those myths
The Julebukk (The Christmas Goat)
The julebukk or Christmas goat is a strange creature you will see around in Scandinavia in December....
The Hot Chocolate That Upset So Many People
Who would have thought that a hot chocolate recipe could upset people and cause such divisiveness. Well, let me tell you about it...
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.
Norwegian Knitting Culture: Alive and Thriving
Knitting and the Nordics are two things that go together. Did you know there is a rich history of knitting culture here?
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...
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?
Shopping in a Norwegian Supermarket
Supermarkets in other countries are always exciting. Would you like to join me on a virtual shopping trip to a Norwegian supermarket?
Edvard Munch, A Less Tortured Side to the Artist
Edvard Munch is one of Norway's most celebrated artists for his striking and memorable art. There is much more to him than the Scream
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
Norway Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know
10 things the travel guides don't tell you about Norway and Norwegian culture.
7 Ways To Experience Scandinavia at Home
Bring a little piece of Scandinavia to your everyday.
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.
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...
A Journey to Living More Nordicly
I've been keeping a secret! But it's out of the bag and coming to you on 2 April 2022
12 Ways to Eat Like You're Nordic
The Nordic diet is often hailed as being healthy and it's very easy to introduce some Nordic habits into your own diet with my tips.
Den Utedo
Den utedo is a mysterious word for those of us new in Norway, but it's a well loved and essential building that is easily recognisable
Janteloven, The Unwritten Scandinavian Law
Janteloven (Jante's Law) is an unwritten set of "rules" that have been influencing and guiding some Nordic values for decades
A Deep Appreciation of Craftmanship
In Scandinavia there's a deep appreciation of quality workmanship, but it's not the only place. We can help keep these precious skills alive
How To Have a Nordic Christmas
Christmas in Scandinavia is magical with snow, beautiful decor and delicious. Here is how you can welcome that into your holiday time too.
Vintage Book Christmas Cracker Tutorial
Christmas crackers are fun, but this unique and creative table gift idea will delight and enchant your guests.
Sopptur and a Nordic Inspired Mushroom Recipe
Sopptur is a word you might hear in Norway in the autumn. It's the word for a mushroom hunt and I have a wonderful recipe to share with you
10 Norwegian Finds to Carry Home
Let's daydream for a moment about travelling once again. This fun post is about the things I'd bring home from Norway if I was a visitor
10 Reasons to Enjoy Friluftsliv
Getting outside can sometimes feel like a real chore, but I am here to offer a little gentle encouragement to you to enjoy the fresh air
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
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
Bærtur, the Annual Nordic Berry Picking
The bærtur is a special Scandinavian activity that takes place in summer and autumn. It's the famous berry trip
Kaffe Rulltårta (Coffee Roll Cake)
Rulltårta is a favourite cake in Sweden. They even have a special day to celebrate it. My recipe combines another Swedish fave - coffee
What Does a Nordic Life Feel Like
Living a Nordic life is very personal, but it's nice to have a peek at how someone else lives. I welcome you how I live my Nordic life
10 Plants Beloved in Nordic Gardens
Are you looking for gardening inspiration with a Nordic theme? I have put together a list of the most popular plants seen in Nordic gardens
The Viking Axe, Still very much alive
I have always been surprised by how often Norwegians seem to use axes. Axes are not a particularly common tool in England and until I...
How to Celebrate Midsommar Like a Norwegian
Sankthans is a high point of summer celebrations in Norway and something we all look forward to. I've shared a few ideas for you to join in
10 Signs You Might Be A Nordophile
Do you love all things Nordic? Then you are probably a Nordophile. I've made a fun list of things I can spot in Nordophiles
Räkmacka, Swedish Prawn Open Sandwich
Räkmacka or the Swedish prawn open sandwich is simplicity itself, but a celebration of Nordic summer ingredients
10 Nordic Habits That Can Do Us Good
The Nordic region is always being hailed as having the perfect lifestyle and with good reason. Here are 10 Nordic habits we can all love
Beautiful Bunads, Norwegian National Costume
Bunads (Norwegian national dress) are an important part of Norwegian cultural heritage and take a huge amount of skill to make.
How to Celebrate Syttende Mai Your Way
You don't have to be Norwegian to celebrate like one. I have some suggestions to inspire you create your own unique yearly celebration
Syttende Mai, Norway's Birthday
Syttende Mai, 17 May, is Norway's birthday. Here is how we will be celebrating in Norway and around the world.
10 Things I am Doing in May
May is the first warm month in Norway and a time to get outside and make the most of the weather. Here are 10 things I will be doing in May
How to Holiday Like a Norwegian
Many Norwegians will be spending 2021 holidaying in Norway. I have some tips to inspire you to holiday like a Norwegian
Påskekrim, The Norwegian Detective Fest
Påskekrim is not the cosy, hygge Nordic activity you'd expect at Easter, but something completely different...
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