My Style: Winter Wonderland

It's winter in Estonia alright! We've had so many beautiful snowy days during the last couple of weeks, which makes me all giddy, because I know I won't get anything like that back in Leverkusen. So, I'm enjoying every moment. Even the walk I took today in -15C weather. It's all good! These snowy and cold days are art of the charm of the Estonian winter. It's hard, but oh so beautiful (remember this post?).

We took these one day before New Year's Eve for the Mood magazine. The muff I'm wearing will be the February DIY project, so you get a little sneak peek before the magazine hits the stores in the end of January.
It was the perfect excuse to get all dolled up and take some fun photos in this perfect winter wonderland. It was even kind of stormy that day, so all the snow that had gathered on the branches of the trees was flying around, creating a blizzard. I'm definitely more of a summer person, but I've alway loved these snowy winter days. Especially in the countryside, while sipping hot tea next to the wood cook stove. This year that spot was mostly occupied by our new cat, but I did manage to slide myself next to her a few times.

Wearing: Coat - from my high school days // Shawl - DIY // Muff - DIY (tutorial in Mood 2/15) // Jeans - gift from Mom // Boots - Tamaris // Headband - DIY

The one thing I love about blogging is that it motivates me to take these kinds of photos. Photos of me in the blizzard. Photos I would otherwise never have.

On another note, I'll give a special prize for anyone who can think of a creative name for my style posts. I hate calling them just "My Style". That's boring! So, all you word-wizards out there, give me your sugar.

xo. Hanna

Sunday Spirit: Out in the cold

Hello, friends! It's been a crazy busy year so far. And it looks like it's going to be the most memorable year of my life to date. It's all very secretive, I know, but I'm going to spill all the beans real soon, don't you worry. I've been uninspired to post on the blog lately. I've been thinking about some changes I'd like to make, but haven't really decided on anything yet. I need to take some time to dream and imagine what I'd like my life to be from this point on and how this blog fits into it all. I miss blogging, but I haven't had any time to make lately.

No matter how busy life gets, you have to appreciate the little things. Like the fact that we finally have real winter weather. It's been snowy and very cold all week. And then today, it was simply magical. I took my camera and went outside to capture some of that magic. Days like these fill me with new energy. I love the sunshine!

I hope I'll be back soon with something handmade. Until then, I hope you're enjoying winter and the little moments that make life worth living.

Refashionista: Trendy open front sweater

I don't know about you, but it's officially winter around here. It's been snowing, and it's getting really chilly outside. Which is why this sweater refashion jumped into my mind a couple of weeks ago. An hour later I had a cozy sweater to keep me warm. Yes, it took me only an hour to finish! I love when the light bulb goes on in my head like that.

I know I say that a lot about my creations (such an egomaniac), but I totally love this sweater! I have to remind myself that there are other things in my closet besides this at the moment. That's how much I love wearing it.

You can find the complete tutorial with step by step instructions on Oh Everything Handmade.