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    Little Nordic Nisse Joys

    Tiny handmade treasures filled with Norwegian Christmas magic Meet the little Nisse family called Little Nordic Nisse Joys, who always return to our home when Christmas is approaching. Over the years, I’ve made many kinds of Nisser – big ones, small ones, traditional and playful ones –but these tiny Nisse have somehow earned a special place in the heart of our holiday décor. Even though they are small, they are full of charm, warmth, and that very particular feeling of an authentic Norwegian Christmas. When the season arrives and the lights are lit indoors and out, we bring out these…

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    Who Is the Norwegian Nisse, Really?

    If you visit Norway around Christmas, you’ll quickly notice that we have two Santas. One wears a red suit and brings gifts — just like the American Santa Claus. The other one… is much older, smaller, and far more mysterious.…

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    My Creative Norwegian Universe

    Art by Anne Bente is my creative universe – a place where art, crafts, and heart meet.Here I share everything I love to create: paintings, sewing projects, handmade decorations, and creative DIY ideas inspired by Nordic simplicity, nature, and the…