Tag Archives: Nordic

Excited about the Pretty Christmas Decorations at Ikea

Posted on November 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

Out of all the Christmas decorations I’ve seen I think Ikea does it best. Had to do our usual round of checking them out and we went to the Tampines branch. Didn’t buy anything as it was crazy crowded. Hard … Continue reading →

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Skansen in Stockholm

Posted on December 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

Skansen which is a ferry or tram ride away from the city centre, was one of my favourite places. It’s where I got to see the Nordic animals.  It’s an open air museum or a sort of cultural theme park … Continue reading →

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My Trip to Stockholm & Helsinki: 7 Things I Loved & Will Miss

Posted on November 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love experiencing new things. Took advantage of the low season and went to Scandinavia during a period no one wants to go there. Basically it’s mostly dark and grey with just 6 hours of daylight from about 9am to … Continue reading →

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Fika at Arab Street: A Swedish Halal Cafe

Posted on March 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

Arab street had won my heart over. It’s about the loveliest place in Singapore. I had the yummiest pancakes (tasted like half pancakes and half crepe) at this very unique Swedish Halal Cafe at the fringe of Arab Street called … Continue reading →

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I Like Arbite’s New Menu Items

Posted on December 2, 2010 by bookjunkie

There is still my favourite iced lemon tea that I think Arbite does best, but I now also love the creamy pasta (Pappardelle with mushrooms and parma ham). The mushroom soup was lovely and so was the naturally sweet carrot … Continue reading →

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Stacked Vintage Suitcases

Posted on November 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

After browsing the cardboard vintage suitcase replicas at The Paper Market at Raffles City I was prompted to write this post and looks for pretty decor pictures where stacked suitcases make a pretty feature in a feminine bedroom. Don’t they … Continue reading →

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Ikea Bedroom Fabrics

Posted on September 8, 2010 by bookjunkie

The fabrics at Ikea are so pretty, I often want them all. I am especially taken in by the florals on white. I saw the blue floral bedspread that I bought at Ikea in the picture below and got excited. … Continue reading →

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Splash of Colours

Posted on September 8, 2010 by bookjunkie

I love this white Scandinavian living room with its pretty spring colours. {Image: Skona hem} The books add a beautiful splash of colour to this living room. What a unique and minimalist way to display them. {Image: Skona hem}

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Bedroom with Pretty Prints

Posted on August 2, 2010 by bookjunkie

Who knew that so many gorgeous prints could work together with such a pretty result.  I think the mainly white background and the blues and pinks anchor the design. The doll, the blue rocking chair, the layers of pretty fabrics … Continue reading →

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Pretty Things You Don’t Need But Want: Nordic Glass Birds

Posted on July 26, 2010 by bookjunkie

It’s not secret that I love everything Scandinavian and I mostly shop at Ikea. In Singapore Ikea used to be the only place for scandinavian style, but now there’s a more expensive range from Style Nordic which is now open … Continue reading →

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Return Visit to Arbite for the Best Freshly Made Ice Lemon Tea Ever

Posted on July 20, 2010 by bookjunkie

I am starting to like this little cafe in the remote Serangoon Garden area a lot. This quaint residential estate is fast becoming the next Holland Village which is Singapore’s original hangout for expats. The Australian and French schools are … Continue reading →

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Tuesday’s Design Inspiration

Posted on July 13, 2010 by bookjunkie

If it’s possible to fall in love with a room, then this room and me are soul mates. The red silver wallpaper and the full wall book case make me swoon. I love Swedish Design and I wish I could … Continue reading →

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Nordic Design Inspiration for Monday

Posted on July 12, 2010 by bookjunkie

Here are some pictures that inspired me today. I just like looking at beautiful things, but who doesn’t. What struck me about this bedroom is the gorgeous iron wrought floor lamp. All the decor images originate from Skona Hem, a … Continue reading →

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Nordic Designs at Friven & Co

Posted on July 5, 2010 by bookjunkie

I wanted to check out more nordic inspired furniture so I headed to Friven & Co which is just opposite Tanglin Mall. I just wish there were more Scandinavian furniture stores which are affordable, like Ikea, in Singapore. There is … Continue reading →

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Icelandic Sea Blanket

Posted on June 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

We’ve been hearing so much about Iceland and it’s volcano, that I was delighted to come across this blanket by Icelandic designers in stunning cobalt blue. It’s even made of Icelandic wool from Icelandic sheep which have naturally bare faces … Continue reading →

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