Decoration
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Merry Christmas, my dear readers! It is time to finish this year’s grand project of writing and to open the 24th and final window of the calendar. This year has truly been spectacular — so many new experiences and so much holiday magic! I can only hope that the actual celebrations are just as wonderful…
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I suddenly got the idea that I haven’t really analysed the differences in Christmas tree decorating very much. I’ve just set up my own tree here at home, so the subject feels especially relevant right now. It feels a bit early to put the tree up already, but since I won’t be spending the holidays…
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So I already revealed that I’m attempting to try my skills in the art of crocheting. Getting the idea was great and all, but then came the reality of following the pattern. I have crocheted pot covers and similar small items before, so I thought I knew enough to simply follow the instructions. Boy, was…
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I have strived to come up with new content this year, but there is one thing I simply cannot get away from: the gingerbread house! Especially now, when in my household there is a person who has never baked one, it feels almost like my moral duty to create it. I may or may not…
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Today is the day: I finally get to put up some of my trusted Christmas decorations! So many years have passed with my old ones; I am a firm believer that the things I buy should be used for as long as they are functional — it is simply common sense and a step towards…
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There’s a reason why I haven’t posted much about creating my own decorations or gifts: quite honestly, I’m not very good at handcrafts. Still, this autumn, I picked up knitting to make some woollen socks for my dear ones. Woollen socks have a strong foundation in Finnish culture — many people know how to knit…
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Apologies for not writing in so many days in a row. It’s not that I haven’t wanted to or lacked things to share—I’ve just had so much on my plate lately, and it’s left me feeling a bit drained. I think I’m still recovering from my recent travels as well. This week has been incredibly…
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While I’m safely back home, my journey to explore Christmas traditions from around the world continues! Today’s focus is Hungary, and as is customary, I began the theme with an appropriate song. Mennyből az angyal is apparently one of the oldest Christmas carols in the country, making it an interesting choice to share. I personally…
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I did it—I made it home! While that might not sound like an amazing achievement, yesterday’s journey was filled with unexpected obstacles that made it feel like quite the adventure. My long trek home began in Dresden, where I caught an 11 o’clock train back to Prague. I love trains, to be honest, but they…
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Today was a day trip to Dresden! Since there was so little time, we mostly saw the Christmas markets and just a little local sights. There were so many different markets I find it hard to even begin where to start! I still cannot believe I visited even the Finnish market. It was so funny…