Happy Holidays!

Darlings I am popping in to wish you all a Happy Holiday!

I am writing this post from Sydney. We are back in Australia for a bit of a tropical treat. It is our first visit Down Under since the big move to Sweden a couple of years ago, and it is lovely to see dear and familiar places and faces again.

Of course Christmas this year is a stark contrast to that of Sweden. Winter woolies, hot chocolate and sub-zero temperatures have given way to sandy bare feet, bikinis, and fresh mangoes on the beach. Truth be told I don't feel all that Christmassy, but it is festive and fun never-the-less. And of course it is divine to enjoy a sunny break from the cold Nordic Winter back home.

So from my far-away home to yours, my most warm wishes of a Merry Christmas and all the best for these last few days of the year. May 2014 start with a magical glow that lasts all through the new year!

Last but not least I wish to extend heartfelt thoughts and rays of light to all of those who have no-one or nothing. Too many people suffer the losses or lacks of life, and it will be my new year's resolution to continue to help better the lives of those in need.

Peace & Love

..and lots of big warm sunny hugs to all of you

xox Charlotta xox

Monochromatic Christmas..

 

x Charlotta x

Hoot hoot..

Hej hej! The other day I came across this tablescape over at the gorgeous 'DustyLu Interiors' blog, and let me just say that those little owls had me at first 'hoot'! Just look at those eye lashes!! :)

The tablescape was designed by DustyLu for Thanksgiving, but I think that it could work just as well for Christmas. It feels fresh and light, yet festive and fun. Perfect for a lighthearted Christmas lunch with good friends don't you think!?!

You could just add a small twig of pine or rosemary to the napkin ornament et voilà, Christmas is served!

Table styled and conceptualized by DustyLu Interiors

Have a fab rest of the week lovelies and good luck with all your final preparations!

xox
Charlotta
xox

Cabin cozy...

Hi y'all! Six sleeps till we burst into Christmas cheer here in Northern Europe and seven till the rest of the world start their celebrations. My to-do-list is still long though I feel surprisingly cool, calm & collected. With a blanket of snow outside my window and warm coziness inside I am happy as can be.

Speaking of cozy and warm.. The other day I came across this wonderful cabin. It is no secret to my friends that I have a real weak spot for this sort of lifestyle. I adore a little rusticity in Winter, don't you!? ;)

via Bo Bedre DK

Have a beautiful Tuesday darlings!

xox 
Charlotta

Yin & Yang Christmas...

Have a real crush on those little pine trees - especially in conjunction with the pretty flowers. To me it is a very successful marriage between soft & hard, colour & neutral, and feminine & masculine.

The balance between detail vs void, busy vs quiet, colour & white makes this room work.  
Clustering the focal points and allowing the rest of the room to breathe is a very clever way of creating a visual impact without cluttering or overwhelming the eye. To me there are two main 'anchors' in the room - the tablescape and the left hand side window decor. Nothing else is needed.

Leaving the soothing & clam atmosphere of the dining room one is met by a symphony of impressions through the Christmas tree. A little twisted, uneven and imperfect it creates a lovely contrast to the balanced feel of the previous room.

 images via Bo Bedre

xox

Charlotta

Holiday Pick n Mix..

xx Charlotta xx