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!
Johanna’s DIY paper chain
Johanna’s DIY paper tree ornament
I hope Johanna’s lovely home in Vimmerby has given you some inspiration for your own decorations this season! Will you also be making a few?
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!
Photography by @johannaikulla, shared with kind permission.