Decorating a Christmas dream
There’s something about Christmas that creates a bit more room in our hearts. The smells. The flavours. The expectations. We never outgrow the childlike joy of being able to please others. We carry our memories with us throughout our lives. We live in times marked by unrest, so these positive and warm emotions are especially significant. Now, more than ever, it is essential to create a safe space just for being together. At home.
A Christmas universe
The tradition of decorating for Christmas is strong at Slettvoll. Every year, Slettvoll stores are transformed into wonderful Christmas universes, a Christmas dream come true. Hilde Skorgenes has a background in floristry and has been styling Slettvoll shops for 15 years. Her goal is not only to create an atmospheric and stress-free environment for your shopping trip, but also to inspire others to create an adventurous environment at home.
Slettvoll's Christmas gift ideas and decorations can be found here.
“Like many others, I believe it is especially important this year to create a pleasant Christmas atmosphere at home for my flock.” In these times, she believes that lighting up the winter darkness and providing security and warmth is beneficial.
Personal touch
She really wants Christmas at home to feel authentic and personal.
“Although I enjoy making beautiful decorations, I also make room for the Christmas decorations that my children have made over the years, as well as other sentimental items. They are a part of our history, almost like a memory book brought out at Christmas.
Alternative to the Christmas tree
Christmas decorations are often brought out for many years and sometimes are heirlooms handed down through the family. They can be used for more than just the Christmas tree.
- Not everyone wants a Christmas tree. A decorated Christmas wreath is another great option. I used a large wreath and hung baubles in green, brown and natural tones with velvet ribbons in this arrangement. Smaller wreaths can be hung above the dining table. The ornaments really come into their own at that point”, according to Hilde. She has decorated using both wreaths and Christmas decorations from Slettvoll's collection, and she hopes to inspire others to create their own Christmas magic at home.
Our stores have an atmospheric Christmas universe full of ideas for holiday decor and gifts. If you need help, we’re here for you.