A very merry time for one and all!
The festive season has arrived in many parts of the world! How do you like to celebrate it best? Perhaps you’re planning a big celebration with friends and family from near and far. Maybe you’re taking a more intimate approach, filled with homemade trinkets and delights. Whatever you’re after, we’ve wrapped up some wonderful ideas, spiced with Swedish sensibilities to make this year’s celebration one of your most magical yet!
All spruced up
Too much? No such thing!
There is no greater centrepiece for a big festive do than a glorious tree, bedecked in baubles from top to toe. Dust off your favourite decorations and welcome new ones to the mix with the VINTERFINT collection. This playful assortment is inspired by Swedish folklore art and craftsmanship.
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VINTERFINT tree ornament
”I grew up by a forest and often saw foxes and hares, so it felt very natural to create forest-themed patterns for the VINTERFINT collection. Playful, yet with a mature colour palette where the animals thrive in the winter landscape.”
– Cecilia Pettersson
Designer
Lower on space – but no less delightful!
If you don't have a big open corner for a tree, wonders can be worked with just a small empty wall. This clever wall decoration is a great alternative that packs in plenty of festive punch. And, since it folds up, it's even more compact in storage as it is when out on display.
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VINTERFINT wall decoration, pine
”VINTERFINT wall decoration is an alternative Christmas tree in pine that’s great when space is limited. The flexible accordion-like construction has knobs and can be pulled out to a desired width and filled with ornaments every year.”
– Mikael Axelsson
Designer
Let it glow!
Instant ambience!
From the gentle flicker of a lantern or candle, to the comforting glow of a lighting chain – or even a flat-packed disco ball – it's amazing how playing with light can add to that celebratory feeling.
Twinkle twinkle
At Christmas time in Sweden, we have a tradition of plucking the stars from the night sky and placing them in our windows. Whether you prefer one star, an entire galaxy, or little orbs of light dotted throughout the home, you'll find many festive ways to make your home cosy, merry and bright this season.
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STRÅLA lamp shade
”The disco ball in the FRÖJDA collection comes in a flat-pack and is easy to fold out – and fold up again to save for the next party or birthday. With a room filled with silvery balls, you create that right party atmosphere in a flash!”
– Lisa Hilland & Mikael Axelsson
Designers
Mastering the Swedish art of 'mys'
Let's get cosy
It would be a disservice to explain the Swedish word 'mys' as its direct translation, 'cosiness'. Because cosy isn't just an adjective in this part of the world – it's a lifestyle! Wholesome activities at home, like prepping the guest bed or decorating baked goodies with loved ones, are as big a deal as the celebratory occasion itself.
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HYLTARP sleeper sofa
Oh, how sweet!
Home-baked treats for the taking are a sure-fire way to gather a crowd – and making them together only adds to the fun. From mixing bowls, pastry cutters, and rolling pins to festive aprons and glass jars, you’ll find everything you need to bake up a cinnamon-scented, festive storm!
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VINTERFINT pastry cutter
That's a wrap
This year's assortment of gift wrap in the VINTERFINT collection is so adorable, it may break your heart to tear it. The different colours and patterns can be mixed and matched for beautifully-wrapped gifts, or even cut up into handmade paper garlands to hang around the house.
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VINTERFINT gift wrap roll
'Tis the season to celebrate
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so welcome the holidays with some festive cheer! From baking, to decorating, to wrapping gifts, you’ll find everything you need for a very merry time at your local IKEA.