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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I’ve been thinking about this topic for many years, but every time I try to write about it, it feels unexpectedly difficult. So many aspects of the Christmas season involve some form of consumerism, which makes it challenging to give realistic tips for celebrating in a more sustainable way. But that’s exactly why the subject…
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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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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 think I’ve brought this “curse” upon myself. This year—even this morning, during my long run of the week—I was firmly convinced that I wouldn’t engage in any kind of blogging activity. I was even more adamant that I wouldn’t commit to blogging every day until Christmas. It just takes so much time to write,…
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Today is finally the day: I set up my Christmas tree! This is a bit of a strange tradition for me to set it up this early, to be honest. In my family, we used to bring the tree in and decorate it on Christmas Eve, but since I own a tree nowadays and I…