Magic Midsummer

This is the time to visit Sweden. Everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) is celebrating the summer solstice one way or the other. A lone walk in the forest or along the sea shore. With family and friends gardenpartying or dancing round the midsummer pole. Come join us celebrate the longest day of the year. Read more about the midsummer festivities here. 

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Oooops - H&M or by Nord?

Inspiration photo from H&M's 2011 fall collection. Wonder what the designers over at by Nord will say? The likeness to by Nord's pillows are striking. Just compare with their unique design over at my previous post here.
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Blogspotting: Kjerstis Lykke

Always inspiring. Always close to nature. If you haven't visited this norwegian blog yet, head over ASAP. This is what Kjersti found on her latest walk along the beach:
Great photos, of the soft anemic kind, which are so popular among bloggers right now. Beautiful!
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DIY: Got a stained sofa? Paint on it!

Seeing these pictures of these armchairs while reading Elle Decor online, it struck me: Who hasn't a sofa or chair where "accidents" have seriously change its pristine look??? Try painting it. Not cover it with layers of paint, but paint a nice decor on it (using the right kind of paint, depending on the cover), and give it a second life.  
Would you try something similar on your sofa? Armchair? 
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Summertime

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Amish barn living

While reading the New York Times  today, I found this great article of a couple who eleven years ago bought a farm only 15 minuts from downtown Pittsburgh, USA, and turned it into a relaxing place for their family and friends. The place is full of beautiful spaces and spectacular views. Read the full article here. 












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Simple, summer living in Norway

Summer house in Norway by Saunders Architects. Simple living close to nature, if anything is.... 
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DIY: Oil Lamp for your summer party

Make lots of them for your garden party this summer. If you don't have the time to make your own, you can buy them at Granit. Via Sköna Hem

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DIY: lacy storage and room divider

If you have an Ikea's Expedit shelf as a room divider, you may want to do something about some of the "backs". I love this idea from Seletti. You can do something similar using old lace curtains or crocheted pieces as a semi-transparent back. Do try this at home this summer.
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