Cissy is 3 years old and little sister to Felix. She lives with her family in London. When she's not busy playing with her friends in pre-school she's eagerly helping out in her mums shop, Cissy Wears. Cissy Wears is a children's concept store focusing on children's fashion for girls and boys aged 0-8, also specialising in vintage children's wear and stocks a range of handpicked gifts, cards,...
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How to capture the perfect Christmas card photo
It's that time of year again! Family and friends looking forward to receiving the annual holiday photo of the family, or at least the children to see how much they've grown and changed over the last year. But does gathering your brood in coordinating outfits and securing those precious moments sound like daunting task? Well there's no reason to despair. We've called for expert advice!...
Read moreEasy Gingerbread Recipe makes tasty Gingerbread men and houses
This easy recipe for gingerbread men, perfect when baking with children, makes great Christmas presents and decorations. Ingredients Gingerbread Dough for Gingerbread Men cookies and Gingerbread House 150g salted butter 2 dl caster sugar 1 dl golden syrup 1 dl double cream ½ tsp ground ginger ½ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp black pepper 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder 450g plain flour...
Read moreJulmys at Ikea -getting ready for Christmas
Julmys, kos or hygge are Scandinavian words we use a lot when talking about Christmas, meaning enjoyable time. Ikea is all decorated for Christmas, with everything from fairy lights to wrapping paper. And the Ikea toy department might be the place to pick up some Christmas gifts. Oh -and do not leave without having the Ikea Swedish meatballs in the restaurant! Start by heading to Ikea online and...
Read moreThe design icon Kubus candleholder by Lassen Copenhagen
Architect Mogens Lassen (1901-1987), a great Danish designer of buildings and interior designs. With his unique design, Mogens Lassen, together with designers like Arne Jacobsen became one of the pioneers of Danish functionalism. By Lassen was founded by Søren Lassen and Nadia Lassen, the grandson and greatgranddaughter of renowned Danish architect Mogens Lassen. Today, By Lassen carries on his...
Read moreDanish Christmas Bazaar London 2012
Dreaming of the ultimate Nordic Christmas with your family and loved ones gathered in front of the crackling fireplace whilst crystal white snowflakes from heaven fall softly outside? Well, a white Christmas can never be guaranteed but you can most certainly bring a bit of Scandinavian Christmas into your home by visiting the Danish Christmas Bazaar in London this November. Traditional Christmas...
Read moreScandinavian DIY and Design Advent Calendars 2012
It's the time of the year again, with Advent soon approaching. Why not make it a bit more special this year? An Advent Calendar can be so much more than a daily sweet wrapped in cartoon box. When I was a child my mum made us a Christmas train, with all the carriages carrying small surprises. We used to love it! Now my sister has it and her children are enjoying it! We've gathered a few simple yet...
Read moreNordic Christmas Home Decor with Oi Soi Oi
Oi Soi Oi is Vietnamese for “goodness gracious me!” And goodness gracious me -isn't this Scandinavian style Christmas decoration exactly what you were looking for?! We love, in the shades of purple and chocolate; the simple and rustic wooden reindeer, the soft fabric Christmas tree decoration and the gorgeous purple velvet cushions and throw. © Oi Soi Oi Christmas Collection 2012 Oi Soi Oi...
Read moreHow to create a Nordic Christmas home in purple, gold and white
A little inspiration on how to decorate your home in a Nordic Christmas style. Achieve that sleek Scandinavian look with a fairytale atmosphere by combining purple, gold and white; Raw silk fabrics, reindeer fur and shiny gold. Throw in a bit of unspoilt nature and a scent of cinnamon -and your home should be all ready for the festivities of December. © Fri Magazine This home belongs to a Danish...
Read moreNostalgic Nordic holiday with Holmegaard Christmas
This year Holmegaard is launching another collection of beautiful and functional glass products for the holiday season. The simple yet beautiful motifs bring us back to our own childhood with white Christmases and joyous family time. With Holmegaard Christmas fond memories and nostalgic traditions are brought back to light, for generations to come. From the Holmegaard Christmas 2012 collection...
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