Lappmarksvägen winter hike
Best time of the year to hike certain trails are right now, when the ground is a bit frozen, most of the greenery are bowing down and som light beautiful snow have just fallen.. no pestering insects,...
View ArticleCross-country skiing weekend
These days it feels absolutely right to replace my running shoes with a pair of cross-country skis now and then. There are plenty of snow up here now, so in addition to getting a lot of exercise...
View ArticleBaking Nordlandslefser in wood fired oven
Yesterday I spent an interesting and fun day in a baker’s hut surrounded by beautiful winter wonderland. I hired the hut for a symbolic amount as I wanted to try baking Norwegian traditional...
View ArticleWinter Wonderland skiing Christmas
The latest days have offered absolutely super skiing conditions with sparkling sun, 7 -8 minus degrees and lots of snow everywhere. So this is how I will celebrate Christmas, cross-country skiing...
View ArticleSnow heaven and hell
We probable all agree to that a snowy frozen landscape are sooo beautiful and also gives us the chance to enjoy sports like cross-country skiing, and ice skating. Personally I think that, just as being...
View ArticleChill-out in the chill
For days the car did a frozen silent protest, in minus 24 degrees it just refused to start at all, and in addition to this my dear cross country skis suddenly denied to go forward, they simply had...
View ArticleHandmade crochet beanie of pure wool
It’s not perfect, it’s not for all, and it’s not exactly super fashionable, but it’s my own “haute couture”- and my very own first handmade garment, so I’m a lil’ bit proud today. I made this beanie of...
View ArticleNatural backstop for archery target
Practising with my compound bow has not been a priority lately, but after recently ordering home a very simple target board with an even simpler tree stand (4 sticks and thick styrofoam), I of course...
View ArticleCrochet wool mittens
I’m hooked, addicted and already have a long list of what I plan to create with my smoking hot crochet needles. Preferably I want to create things that somehow can be useful and used, and not only for...
View ArticleTravel highlights and hidden gems of Norway
Are you already planning and ponder where to go this summer in Norway? Oh yes, there is SO MUCH to choose from – I know! So keep on reading and have a look to be inspired! Talking about hidden gems. If...
View ArticleCrochet rustic infinity scarf of wool
After 3 days of cross-country skiing my best little friend Jenta and I went for a walk around a lake yesterday in the falling snow. I had finished one of my crochet gadgets and took the opportunity to...
View ArticleVisit Stryn of Norway
So, there I was once again for the 3. summer, lashing my heavy packed bicycle in the car cargo room on Hurtigruten from Bergen. This time I spent only 1 night at MS NordNorge, and early next morning...
View ArticleCrochet chunky granny square stool cover
My dear son came home from school the other day with two very nice and well-made wooden stools he had created. I just adore the smell of wood and like the stools as they are, but could of course not...
View ArticleFluffy snow trail run
And finally I have to admit to myself that I do miss running a little bit .. skiing is still absolutely awesome, but once a runner, always a runner – it is probable time to slowly implement the running...
View ArticleSegestad mountain farm of Norway
Segestad (Sigdestad) mountain farm (ca 314 masl) was the first place I really wanted to visit in Oppstryn, wich ended up as a favourite place to go thank’s to it’s close availability. On our national...
View ArticleCrochet reflection dog vest and sporty messy bun beanie
Of course I crochet something for Her Sweetness too.. and some of my first “creations” was this reflective dog vest that would do good when we have to walk near traffic. She is already the sweetest...
View ArticleErdalsetra – Vetledalseter hike and lodge
Well, who the heck can resist a quick refreshing dip in crystal clear glacial river after a hot hike? OnlyContinue reading
View ArticleCrochet glamorous purse on budget
This easy crochet purse are all made of yarn, fabric, button and handles from second-hand shop. It is absolutely possible to crochet on real budget from time to time, and can, in addition to contribute...
View ArticleKjenndalsbreen glacier of Norway
One of my favourite alternative suggestions for visitors when I worked at the Jostedalsbreen Visitor Center was to visit Kjenndalsbreen glacier instead of Briksdalsbreen glacier. Briksdalsbreen is the...
View ArticleÖstalbodarna
I have been visiting Östalbodarna (close by Myckelgensjö lake) several times after getting back to Sweden from my stay in Norway. And I think I know why I searched and found this place (except from my...
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