The Nordic or Scandinavian look is still incredibly popular and becoming more and more mainstream as the seasons move on. Of course, with Winter around the corner, this look is gaining momentum again, and so I thought I’d give you some of my top tips for recreating this in your own home.
I’ve also got a cute little giveaway at the bottom of the post, so scroll down if you’re eager to find that.
Top Tips for Creating the Nordic Look
The images that I’m showing you here provide plenty of inspiration for putting together a modern Scandi or Nordic look. Don’t they remind you of cosy, Winter evenings in front of the fire? Of snuggling under a warm throw, with a mug of hot chocolate?
I know they’re quite ‘white’ and that doesn’t always work in a family home, but you can tweak it so it’s more practical and suits your family.
Tip #1: Texture
So, starting with your Nordic scheme and want to recreate this look, then you must add lots of texture. Texture through fabric and through materials. So think of lots of woolly, warm cushions, soft luxurious throws, sheepskin rugs and rustic wood.
Tip #2: Colour
Generally colours need to be muted. You don’t have to stick with whites or neutrals, but a combination of these often help create that snowy, wintery feel symoblic with Scandinavia. Think of how to incorporate greys, olive greens, off whites and creams together to create this look, and don’t forget to layer them together to really give it depth. Using colour and texture together in this way will prevent the look from feeling too cold or flat.
Tip #3: Lighting
Remember Winter is on its way, and the nights are drawing in. And of course, Scandinavia is typically dark and Wintery, so you must consider how to light the room. Simple, minimal and elegant lighting works well with rustic lamps and candles. Add lots of tealights to add a twingling glow to the room at night.
Shop the Look
Now I thought it might be quite useful to discover how to shop this look, so I’ve put together my own Nordic Cosy Living Room eBay Collection showcasing lots of different Nordic style products that you can purchase yourselves. It really is very easy to buy products to create this look in your own home, and so simple to grab just a few items that will update your look.
Here’s just a little sample of the items I’ve put into the Collection, but you can see the full range by clicking here.
When you’re there, don’t forget to hit the ‘Follow‘ button as I’ll be updating the collection over the next few weeks.
How to WIN a £20 eBay Voucher
If you’d like a lovely little eBay voucher to spend on yourself or some fabulous Nordic home accessories then just follow the instructions in the Rafflecopter widget below.
Good luck!!
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I would spend my eBay prize on a treat for my hubby as he has been working so hard recently.
Accessories for my bedroom, it’s looking a little bland
I would buy some little treats for Christmas. x
I would buy some books
I would love to say something nice for our home to make it look cosy, but as soon as my man and our son get wind of a £20 credit I am sure they will have other ideas!
I’d be looking for something warm & cosy: slippers!!
christmas presents x
A Christmas present for someone 🙂
A sparkly Christmas jumper!
Some new nail polishes for my Christmas parties :O)
A new bed for our puppy as she has chewed her present one lol!
I would buy some Christmas decorations 🙂 x
Christmas pressies for a good start for christmas
glassware for christmas
Something nice for the house
Some Christmas Music
A Nordic inspired throw! 🙂
I would get a pair of your lovely Linea Chunky Knit Cushions, so nice!
not sure, maybe DVDs
I would spend the voucher on christmas presents 🙂
I would like to say something for the home but in reality it will probably be a new ink cartridge!
I’d get a PSN card.
A warm jumper
maybe a video game
put it towards my new pc
I’d spend it on craft items, probably stamps.
a new bedroom lamp
I would put it towards a good blender.
Put it towards some prezzies for Christmas…
a new cookbook 🙂
Probably a new phone charger or case for my kindle!
a decent candle 🙂
hello there love the blog and wonderful items i would treat my mum as shes decorating her bedroom right now thankyou goodluck everyone 🙂
Some new socks-possibly those ones with toes in.
Some Christmas fabric fat quarters to make Christmas bunting for my living room 🙂
I will buy a kettle
Some gloves and a scarf!
I’m currently watching a picture frame & a hoody xx
a new cushion
definitely new clothes! x
like………………xx dvd for xmas
i would get some clothes
I would buy Christmas presents for my daughter.
stocking fillers for my kids
Id love to buy some candles
I’d treat someone to something for Christmas 🙂 x
I would buy some cake moulds
I would put it towards a sheepskin rug.
I would buy a lovely throw for our sofa.
Doctor who dvd
I’m loving the large wooden deer head on eBay under Nordic Cosy Winter Living, I’ve been after a tasteful stag/deer head for ages because my husband loves them so I’d pay the extra and buy this for him as a Christmas pressie xx
Daughter wants an Elsa doll so i would put it towards that.
Monster High Doll for my daughter
New PC speakers
some clothing would be nice
Gisela Graham Christmas decorations!! Have been eyeing the all up recently, so pretty!
Monster high doll for my daughter
I’d treat my niece to some frozen items!
Probably buy something for my girls
Some nice new perfume – I drop hints to everyone at Christmas but no-one ever buys me any!
Socks to put in my feet
hubby collects books so prob a book
I would buy some Disney Pins
Probably a dress!
I would look for a handbag
Fab post…love the Nordic colour scheme and the pieces you’ve collated. I would probably purchase a new purse as mine is falling apart! x
i’d spend it on home improvements for xmas!
I would love to put it towards a new cosy rug….hmm I need some new cushions too..so many things to choose from! 🙂
Would love to get some nail and beauty items 🙂
I need some tumblers so would put it towards that
X-men on blu ray
I’d love some cushions such as the Linea chunky knit cushions
Wii U and games
Logo board game
I would treat myself to a chunky sweater to keep warm and cosy
Cushions to brighten up my holiday caravan
A new handbag.
some perfume for my daughter
Some fabric to make some cushions to liven up my dull living room.
I would treat myself to a little bling 🙂
I would buy a little something for my son
A new picture frame
I would buy my 3 cocker spaniels a special Xmas day treat 🙂 x
a light for our living room
I would buy some headphones for my PS4
i would use it towards some thing for the children
A maternity outfit
I would buy some dvds!
I would spend mine on some craft bits and pieces as I have lots of cards to make in the New Year.
I would buy toys or books for my son’s birthday x
I would buy some cosmetics
I would buy a new dog coat !
I’m redecorating my bedroom so something for that, maybe a lamp. 🙂
Trivial Pursuit, it’ll keep the family busy after the excitement of Christmas and New Year!
Some new cushions
I plan to decorate my spare bedroom so I’d buy some bedroom accessories.
a big rubbish truck toy for my son
I’d go for Sherlock dvds.
I’d buy something for the house
I’d treat myself to something for the home
new blu rays
I’d buy a nice yankee candle for my living room
I would spend it on my partner for his birthday new years eve xxx
I would buy some new shoes for my son for school
Stock-up with pet food.
I would buy some books
I would buy one of your lovely items. I quite like your winter metallic collection.
I’d spend it on some items to organise my kitchen
A book for my mums birthday
I’d put it towards a bedroom mirror
A couple of pieces of 1950s china
Some new clothes for work!
I would purchase a new pair of high heels for work
i would love a little side table for the front room.
My wife is looking for some leather boots so I would give it to her to put towards them.
I’d buy some summer clothes
My son who grows a at daily rate need new trouser for school xxx
clothes for my daughter
Would spend it on some treats for fella xx
I’d spend it on books..
BN Extra Large Genuine Icelandic Natural White Ivory Sheepskin Sheep Fur Rug – we would fight over this 🙂
I would buy a game for my daughter.
Something nice for the kitchen
I would buy clothes.
I’d most probably spend it on clothes for my little girl!
I would buy a new cushion
I would spend it on something frivolous and unnecessary, just for a change x
a new pair of trainers for my keep fit regime
Clothes!! Lots of them :)Maybe some jewellery 😀
new living room stuff x
I would it use it to buy 2 of these lovely cushions http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Linea-Chunky-Knit-Cushion-With-Buttons-Cream-From-House-Of-Fraser-/361140522608?&_trksid=p2056016.m2516.l5255
Something owl related I’m sure!!
I’d get a video game.
wii u game
I’m not in the market for a full redesign but I do like some of the nordic things you’ve posted. Might spend it on some storage for the massive heap of magazines that’s piled at the end of the sofa!
Toy storage for my son.
I would spend it on a think chunky jumper, I’m freezing xx
A new bed
I would treat myself to some perfume.
Some cosy new bedding
Towels or bedding – time to replace and spring clean the house!
Ceramic tea light holders on your site. They are fab
I’d spend it on tools!
A PS4 GAME
Some models to make with my partner
A new scarf
I would buy a new house phone 🙂 x
A throw for my bed
a couple of frozen dresses for my niece and I as we are going to Disneyworld for Halloween and need to dress up 🙂
baby clothes 🙂 xx
Some new rugs for my front room
A warm jumper
Hi there, please can you tell me where the wooden coffee table is from? I love it, and everything else featured, the Nordic theme rocks! thanks
I’m so sorry Laura, I actually don’t know. The image came from a stock imagery site – I chose it because it showcased the look so well. I’m trying to think if I’ve seen anything similar online anywhere but not sure I have x
It is interesting style. Maybe It can be accepted in my house.
I LOVE nordic style. It’s my latest craze. I plan to deck my home out in similar fashion.