Nordic Christmas & Citrus Garland Inspiration reflects the sort of Swedish holiday vibes I grew up. My parents made our holiday home feel like a Scandinavian wonderland for as long as I can remember. Dala horses, pomanders, candles on the tree, straw ornaments, Carl Larsson artwork, and stacks of Swedish pancakes.
![Beautiful Scandi Christmas tree with citrus dried orange slices and lit candles - designed by Michael Putnam in Veranda, photo by Sang An. #citruschristmas #scandichristmas #citrusgarland](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sang-an-photo-michael-putnam-floral-designer-veranda-dried-orange-garland-christmas-tree.jpg)
Nordic Christmas & Citrus Garlands
The fragrance of citrus and orange strikes me as the scent of pure love maybe because at Christmastime, oranges played a starring role in the decor. I still love the scent in combination with cloves.
![Funny quote with humor: If your mom doesn't have an old gift bag filled with other old gift bags, is she even a mom? #funnyquote #holidays #humor #momhumor #quotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-mom-old-gift-bags-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
Have you ever dried orange slices to make a garland?
![Dried orange garland on Christmas tree is nostalgic, simple, and classic - Twelve on Main. #swedishchristmas #christmastrees #scandichristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-twelve-on-main-dried-orange-garland-christmas-decor.jpg)
Perhaps you’ll be inspired after seeing the citrus glory ahead!
Pin this post for future reference if it’s much too early!
![Christmas quote from The Grinch Who Stole Christmas movie. #holidayquotes #moviequotes #christmasquotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-grinch-who-stole-christmas-music-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
And don’t forget apples!
![Simple Swedish Christmas hoop wreath with fresh greenery and apple - Jultiderna. #swedishchristmas #scandichristmas ##christmasdecor #farmhousechristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/swedish-christmas-simple-evergreen-hoop-wreath-apple-jultiderna.jpg)
Sweet Nordic & European Country Holiday Mood
![Scandi Christmas Decorations for a Nordic holiday look from Hello Lovely. #scandichristmas #nordicdecor #holidaydecorations](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/scandi-christmas-decorations-hello-lovely-nordic-swedish-holiday-banner.jpg)
![Country French Holiday Home Decor on Hello Lovely Studio. #countryfrenchchristmsa #frenchchristmas #holidaydecor](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/country-french-holiday-home-decor-hello-lovely-studio-banner.jpg)
White Nordic Christmas Spare Simplicity
The older I get, seeing any pet’s nose against the pane pulls on my heartstrings. Oh the lovely!
![Heartwarming moment in a Nordic cottage of a Great Pyrenees at window - My Petite Maison.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/0001-nordic-french-swedish-style-my-petite-maison-white-decor-great-pyrenees-3.jpg)
The ethereal vibes Tracie creates always take my breath away.
![Swedish Christmas decor inspiration in vintage cottage with Nordic French design - My Petite Maison. #swedishchristmas #christmasdecor #frenchchristmas #scandinavianchristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/002-holiday-swedish-christmas-french-nordic-holiday-decor-my-petite-maison.jpg)
This next rustic Nordic Christmas moment brings to mind a cabin in the north woods, a mountain lodge, a forest hideaway with fires to warm stockinged feet.
![Dried oranges on a Christmas tree in a rustic stone cabin or mountain lodge - Country Living. #countrychristmas #mountainchristmas #scandichristmas #driedcitrus #garlands #countrychristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-christmas-decor-dried-citrus-oranges-garland-country-living-virginia-mcdonald.jpg)
Lord have mercy, don’t we all try to make it the hap hap happiest? Sometimes we even succeed.
![Funny holiday quote from Christmas Vacation Movie - Chevy Chase. #funnyquotes #moviequotes #christmasmovies](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-hap-hap-happiest-christmas-vacation-movie-hello-lovely-studio-chevy-chase.jpg)
Swedish Goat With Vintage Ribbon on My Porch
Still not at all known for my holiday decor (ahem…it’s hard for a stylist who appreciates restraint), I did take the time to wrap vintage embroidered Swedish ribbon ’round a goat.
![Swedish straw goat and holiday decor at my front door - Hello Lovely Studio.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/hello-lovely-studio-christmas-2017-014-1440x2160.jpg)
Citrus Peel Appealing Messages
CONFESSION: I did try my hand at cutting letters from citrus peel last year, and obviously I need more practice and no photos were snapped, ChristmasCats.
![Clementine Christmas Garland - A Daily Something. #garlands #christmasdecor #driedcitrus #swedishchristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-Christmas-Garlands-with-Clementines-13.jpg)
Turns out, I am better at singing my Christmas cheer than crafting it.
![Funny Christmas quote from Buddy the Elf (Will Ferrell). #holidays #christmas #quote #humor #funnyquote](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-buddy-elf-sing-will-ferrell-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
Still…this area could definitely use a citrus peel garland!
![My Christmas kitchen with Scandinavian style and a fresh wreath over farm sink - Hello Lovely Studio. #swedishchristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-hello-lovely-studio-christmas-kitchen-15.jpg)
Citrus + Magnolia + Greenery
Does it get more classy than this Christmas door wreath?
![Dried oranges in a Christmas swag on door with greenery and pinecones - Country Living. #christmasdecor #handmadedecor #greenery #driedoranges](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-christmas-decor-dried-citrus-oranges-garland-country-living-brian-woodcock.jpg)
We should never shy away from a holiday DIY just because we think the result will be less than perfect or pinworthy. After all, getting out of your head to create beauty for an hour or two is good medicine.
![Charlie Brown Christmas movie quote about ugly tree on Hello Lovely. #charliebrownquotes #christmasquotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-christmas-quotes-charlie-brown-christmas-movie-bad-little-tree-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
Pom pom garland? Check. Fresh greenery? Boom. Citrus garland and bells? Mantel bliss ahead.
![Citrus garland on a fireplace for a rustic farmhouse Christmas look from House of Jade Interiors. #citrusgarland #christmasdecor #swedishchristmas #handmadechristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-house-of-jade-interiors-orange-slices-garland-christmas-decor.jpg)
My Childhood Christmas in a Bowl!
Sometimes just one image will stop you in your tracks and even serve as a time machine taking you back to a simpler age.
![Oranges studded with cloves - Christmas pomander inspiration from Trendenser Sweden. #scandinavianchristmas #homemadechristmas #christmasdecor #oranges](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-frida-ramstedt-trendenser-se-dried-oranges-pomander-christmas.jpg)
Dried Citrus Garland
Here’s my favorite tutorial for making a beautiful dried citrus garland:
![Dried citrus garland from HonestlyWTF. #holidaydecor #christmasdecor #DIY #christmascraft #crafts](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-dried-citrus-holiday-garland-decor-honestlywtf-diy.jpg)
![Holiday inspirational quote for Christmas time on Hello Lovely Studio. #holidayquote #christmasquote #quotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/hello-lovely-studio-christmas-holiday-quote-spreading-light-edith-wharton.jpg)
Cinnamon and Valencia Orange
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![Fireside Cinnamon Scented Pillar Candle](https://assets.pbimgs.com/pbimgs/ab/images/dp/wcm/202037/0022/fireside-cinnamon-scented-pillar-candle-o.jpg)
Have you ever tried making a candle with stuff in it like cinnamon sticks? How did it turn out?
Skip the DIY and Happily Buy
![Holiday Magnolia Wreath](https://cdn1.harryanddavid.com/wcsstore/HarryAndDavid/images/catalog/19_33229_30E_01ex.jpg?height=558&width=510)
I am guessing my critters outside with have a heyday if I began to tuck fruit into my wreath!
![Gold Wreath Hook](https://cdn1.harryanddavid.com/wcsstore/HarryAndDavid/images/catalog/18_30060_30J_01ex.jpg?height=558&width=510)
![Quince & Cinnamon Stick Wreath](https://assets.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/ab/images/dp/wcm/202026/0015/img16o.jpg)
Clever Christmas Cookie Idea
Who is rushing out to the thrift store or their basement to find a heavy vintage etched patterned tumbler?
![Rolled Swedish cookies stamped with the bottom of a heavy glass - Trendenser Sweden.](https://trendenser.se/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/pressglas.jpg)
![Nyakers Pepperkakor ginger heart shaped Swedish cookies in Carl Larsson collectible round tin. #swedishcookies](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71JqPHDXI3L._SL1500_.jpg)
Don’t underestimate Swedish pepparkakor cookies (a tin of them makes such a lovely gift!). Whip up some buttercream and decorate them. No one has to know you didn’t bake them yourself. 🙂
Whimsical Swedish Gnomes & Tomte
Bet you have been seeing plenty of these around town in recent years…
![Handmade Swedish gnome or tomte figure.](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71gk22LGupL._AC_SL1200_.jpg)
Scandi Style Christmas Wreath
I bought this pre-lit wreath below, and if you’re looking for a larger piece to make a statement but with relative simplicity for which the Scandinavians are adept, this is it. It also comes in a smaller version for $20…not too shabby for a prelit Scandi wreath.
![Prelit Joy Wreath - Emily Henderson and Target.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/joy-wreath-target.jpg)
Swedish Holiday Kitchen
This next moment makes me wanna grab my shaker of powdered sugar (yes, chef, I do have one in the pantry) and get shake-a-lakin.
![Swedish holiday desserts for Christmas including orange slice garland and a rustic tablescape - Jultiderna #swedishchristmas #scandiholiday](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/swedish-christmas-desserts-orange-slice-garland-tablescape.jpg)
I keep forgetting about Hanna Andersson. I mean, how many years did her beautifully unique catalog arrive in my mail?
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Swedish Red on a Farmhouse
A red farmhouse in the snow…sigh!
![Swedish Christmas decor inspiration from Sara Sjoblom's farmhouse in Sweden in Skona Hem. #christmasdecor #swedishchristmas #swedishfarmhouse #scandinavianchristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-Sara-Sjoblom-skona-hem-swedish-farmhouse-christmas-outdoor-decor.jpg)
![Funny Christmas quote from Christmas Vacation movie - Chevy Chase. #christmasquotes #christmasmovies #holidayhumor](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-christmas-vacation-movie-hello-lovely-studio-chevy-chase.jpg)
Simple Scandi Christmas Tree Ornaments
If all you do this year is throw these stars on the tree with some twinkling white lights, I bet it will be lovely.
This totally reminds me of a piece that would be in a Scandi interior or the North Pole:
Nordic White Holiday Simplicity
One image, so much inspiration!
![Swedish Christmas decor inspiration in Sara Sjöblom's Swedish farmhouse kitchen - Skona Hem. #swedishchristmas #swedishfarmhouse #swedishkitchen #christmasdecor](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-jonas-lundberg-photo-skona-hem-swedish-farmhouse-Christmas-Sara-Sjoblom.jpg)
Handpainted Swedish Designs
We kids grew up with dala horses so they feel part of our family culture.
![Elf movie quote for Christmas. #christmasquotes #elfquotes #christmashumor](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-buddy-elf-will-ferrell-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
Must remember to try putting a little tree in an old crock or earthenware…it’s such a winning combo.
And so is a tree glowing with candlelight!
Minimal & Natural Scandi Christmas Tree
![Christmas Vacation movie quote for holiday humor - Chevy Chase. #holidayhumor #christmasvacation #moviequotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-quotes-funny-humor-all-in-misery-christmas-vacation-movie-hello-lovely-studio-chevy-chase.jpg)
Swedish Clogs & Bold Boho Scandi Style
Did you ever think clogs would be fashionable again?
While these next pom wreaths may no longer be available, maybe they will inspire you to get busy with a 1970s feeling crafty DIY.
French Nordic Christmas Inspo
![Frosty the Snowman movie quote about the snow on Hello Lovely. #holidayquotes #christmasquotes #snowquotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-christmas-quotes-frosty-the-snowman-movie-snow-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
![Charming shabby chic white pom pom Christmas wreath with red and white grainsack ribbon -Dreamy Whites. #pompomwreath #christmaswreath #frenchchristmas](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/001-white-pom-pom-wreath-red-stripe-ribbon-dreamy-whites-wreath.jpg)
Wondrous Wooden Scandi Snowflakes
Scented Candles With a Favorite Swedish Spice
Next to orange, cardamom is one of my favorite scents and TRULY brings back my childhood, the 70s and my Swedish friends and family.
Swedish Lucia Saffron Buns
Treat yourself to the most darling tutorial and recipe from Green Kitchen Stories!
![Swedish Saffron Buns from Green Kitchen Stories.](https://greenkitchenstories.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Saffron_buns_5.jpg)
![The Holiday movie quote for Christmas Eve on Hello Lovely. #christmasevequotes #christmasquotes #theholiday](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holiday-christmas-quotes-eve-the-holiday-movie-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
![St. Jude vintage bell candle, Pottery Barn](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/image-13-1440x1296.png)
Budget Friendly Decor Buys
Looks like a couple of these finds went up to $25 (pillows and ornament storage) since last year, but most are the same price…
![Suzanne Kasler Ballard Designs holiday decor banner on Hello Lovely](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/suzanne-kasler-ballard-designs-holiday-decor-banner-hello-lovely-studio.jpg)
![Holiday finds uncer $20 on Hello Lovely Studio. #holidaydecor #christmasdecorating #onabudget](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/holiday-finds-under-20-hello-lovely-studio-banner.jpg)
Feelin Christmasy? Don’t miss this COUNTRY FRENCH themed ditty also.
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Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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