Many pre-industrial cultures marked and celebrated the winter and summer solstices (as well as the autumnal and spring equinoxes). This was done both as a
Did you know that many traditions associated with Christmas actually originated within the Viking culture? Well they did! Scandinavians marked Yule (“Jul”) or the winter solstice long before Christians were present within any of the Nordic territories. Celebrations of Yule included brewing beer, preparing food, visiting family and gift giving. Sound familiar?
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The perfect gift for the Viking lover in your family. It provides beautiful place to hold your own mood lighting on your wall. The candle holder can be easily assembled by hand. No tools needed. It can be kept brown or you can paint it your color of choice. Measures 9x6x3 inches assembled. Can be reversed to hang facing left or right. Designed for fake candles only. Don't put a real flame that close to your wall! Please note that this is very delicate. It is not designed to be touched once mounted. Package will include the fiberboard wood pieces only (candle and screws not included) If you have any questions or suggestions feel free to contact me. Thanks!
The festive season is upon us once again! Here's what you can expect to be served during the Christmas season in Norway. One of the things that fascinated me most about moving to a new
Embark on a culinary journey through time and explore the flavors and dishes of the Viking Age. These authentic Viking recipes will give you a taste of the foods that nourished the legendary Norse warriors. From hearty stews to rustic bread, these dishes provide a glimpse into the Viking's daily life...
Instead of just Santa Claus visiting, children in Iceland get a visit from 13 Yule Lads in December as well as a scary cat.
The Christmas goat had the same role as Santa Claus in the older days in Sweden : )
If the European Christmas Markets are on your bucket list (and they should be!), a Christmas on the Rhine Viking Cruise is the best way to see some of the best.
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It’s that time of year again - when Norway is at its darkest, but also its most magical! I love Christmas in Norway, and I love how perfectly Norwegian Christmas here is. Even before I moved to Norway my family usually spent most of our Christmases in Norway, because all of my mother's family lives here.
Do you know how Scandinavians celebrate Nordic Christmas? How does it differ from your Christmas? My guide on how to celebrate like the Nordics.
How to celebrate Christmas in Iceland? Find out about traditional Icelandic Christmas food, drinks, gifts, folklore legends, and more!
Viking Elf Christmas ornament. Viking Gnome Christmas decoration. Gnome Decoration. Gift. Handmade. Home decor. This decoration is standing and does not have a loop for hanging it. All elves are handmade and made in Estonia. Approximate height 3.54 inches All products are handmade, so some details may vary slightly.
For as long as I can remember, I have been OBSESSED with the medieval era. When I was a kid, my grandmother got me these books called "Horrible Histories," and I remember pouring over them again and again! Whenever I visit a museum or art gallery, the medieval section was the first place I was
Une rune d’Amour pour Yule – @Parole de Sorcière Si comme moi, vous aimez les déco de l’Arbre de Yule faites maison, alors il est une rune liée que vous pourrez graver ou peindre …
Christmas in Iceland includes 13 days of festivities, both prior to the Christmas day celebration and following it, including...
One of our lovely wenches has had a fabulous idea. A Viking Christmas gift exchange! Cinjudes has seen it done on other forums and thought is would be fun and I agree! I know it is a bit early but …
These four magical symbol ceramic oval ornaments will add enchantment to your Yule tree this Winter Solstice. With the Mickie Mueller logo in full color on the back, and a golden cord to hang them by, they can also be a lovely addition to your fancy packages! Clockwise from the top, these old symbols will bless your tree; Thor's Hammer, Vegviser Viking Compass, Vlaknut, and Aegishjamr/Helm of Awe. These are very popular items for ornament exchanges. 3 1/4" x 2 1/4" This is a great deal, when you buy the set, you getting four for the price of three separate ornaments! *If you want to switch out any of these images with other art in our store, we're happy to customize your order! Simply tell us what pieces you would like in the "Note to Seller" field when you check out! We aim to please! To ensure this product arrives safely in your hands, we ship it in a small flat rate box with secure packing. We can ship up to eight ornaments in one box, so if you order two sets of four ornaments, we will reimburse any extra shipping cost. ***ABOUT QUANTITIES AVAILABLE: We only post one of each item at a time, but we usually have more available. If you want more than one of any item, send us a convo and we'll make you a listing for the quantity you need.
Christmas, known as jul in Norway, is a special time of celebration filled with traditions. Here's a list of how to celebrate Christmas like as Norwegian.
Over the centuries, Christmas has grown in many different ways depending on the location you’re celebrating in. Many of the Christmas traditions we have today are deeply rooted in ancient beliefs, many of which are based on superstition.
The Nordic countries’ long winters force their inhabitants to be masters of Christmas cheer. From St. Lucia's Day (or St. Lucy's Day), which kicks off the Christmas season in Sweden on December 13, to folklore about helpful holiday gnomes, the joyful traditions of Nordic Christmases are sure to make any winter traveler’s holiday bright.
Over the centuries, Christmas has grown in many different ways depending on the location you’re celebrating in. Many of the Christmas traditions we have today are deeply rooted in ancient beliefs, many of which are based on superstition.
Facebook176Tweet0Pin6.5k Yule tree rune ornaments make an earthy Winter Solstice gift. Bring the magic of the winter woodlands inside! Easy … More
Viking,Custom made Framed Norse Pagan home decor. Measures 21 inches tall and 10 inches wide. It is ready to hang. The frame is made by us. The image is engraved in 3/4 inch wood. Norse Pagan Pagan gift Valhalla Vegsivir Viking gift Pagan alter decor Norse decor Viking
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Check out our selection of Pagan gifts for Yule: from Viking themed gifts to altar tools and customizable tapestries for an even more thoughtful present.
i decided to try my hand at building a yule bock this holiday season. materials used; 2 bundles of wheat and rye straw from the garden. about 36 inches long and as much as i can fit my thumbs and fore fingers around. a spool of twine and scissors. red kid skin (red ribbon would work well too) i began by evening out my bundles of straw, flipping half of each bundle then evening em out and tying them up. next i soaked them in hot water for about 5 hours to soften em. i placed a heavy baking sheet and full gallon jug to keep them fully submerged. after soaking i stood them up to drain for half an hour. i laid a towel on my work table then decided upon the length of legs and torso by sliding the string around. i settled on 13ish inch legs (both ends) and 10ish inch torso (middle section). next i separated one end into two even sections and tied em off (this is now the hind legs) and pulled a few pieces out on the top center backside to braid into a tail. once the hind legs where each tied off i hung them over the edge of the table and carefully bent them down. now, on the other end (front legs and neck) i separated a quarter of the bundle nearest the top back (spine) to bend upward and begin forming the neck. next i separated the rest into thirds-ish, tied off and bent the front legs and laied the 2nd bundle in place along in front of legs and neck. i separated the bottom half of the 2nd bundle into roughly thirds and tied them to the existing 3 bundles of front legs and belly. then i bent the middle belly bundle back up under the two front legs and tied it to the main torso part of the original body. i also tied the top part of my 2nd bundle to the existing neck of the original body. after evening out the front legs/belly/neck area and re tying it’s time to move on the the head. first i bent down and tied off a small bunch of straw to create the under chin area. i also lashed it to the neck in order to keep it held at an appropriate angle. i think attempting to bend the head down all at once wouldn’t work as it’s too thick. now i bent over the rest of the head just a little higher up and tied it all together. now, with scissors, i trim the nose flat and clean. and the feet. adjust the feet to make it stand solidly. i used a little strap cutter to cut a long kid skin ribbon.. any sort of ribbon would work here. after adding some braided sweet grass for horns i made up a nice pattern of criss crossed lashing around the yule bock with my red leather ribbon. you could set aside some straw early on to braid for horns.. just about done and looking pretty good but i’m not happy with how the legs are at slightly different angles.. so i tied em up to hold the legs in appropriate position and will let it dry in this position. all done! notice the little cock and balls i gave him… i just braided it and tied off and bent the ends of the belly bundle from the step when i made the front legs/bell/neck. Visit one of my favorite friend's website for hand-crafted leather shoes and really beautiful old world crafts….Laughing Crowe Leather Works
Do you know how Scandinavians celebrate Nordic Christmas? How does it differ from your Christmas? My guide on how to celebrate like the Nordics.
