There is, of course the Christmas tree, but there might also be an Adventsgran – a smaller fir tree that can stand on the ...

With only a few hours of light each day in December, the Swedes embrace the darkness by candlelight. From the lighting of the ...

If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram lately, you’ve probably noticed a growing wave of Scandinavian Christmas decor filling your feed. This trend focuses on simplicity, natural textures, and a ...

When it comes to baked goods, minimalist design and baby names, the Swedes just do things right. OK, I might be a bit biased, since I’m Swedish myself. Nevertheless, I’m eager to share how our ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Where many Christmas traditions lean into maximalism and abundance—more lights, more ornaments, more ...

Swedish Christmas gnomes are a perfect gift for friends and family back home. Photo: Jurek Holzer/SvD/Scanpix Swedish Christmas decorations are minimalist but 'mysig', with the lights appearing in ...

Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's daughter Princess Estelle, 13—who will become the queen of Sweden one day—is one ...

Since Gavle’s first straw goat was erected in 1966, the annual Christmas decoration has been burnt or smashed dozens of times. The two straw goats of Gavle, Sweden’s most endangered Christmas ...

The American Swedish Historical Museum will hold its Lucia and Christmas Market on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7, in a heated outdoor tent at its FDR Park location. The market is open from 10 a.m.