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Pics From My Latest Scandinavian Shopping Spree


Posted August 24th, 2011 by holly@huset No Comments »

I recently returned from my latest Scandinavian shopping trip and wanted to share some photos with you.

As many of you know, I travel to Scandinavia several times a year looking for up-and-coming designers, and to secure the latest items for Huset customers.

During this trip, I traveled to Stockholm to visit with houseware vendors, and to Copenhagen for Scandinavia’s biggest fashion fair.

Here are some pics of my trip…

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Also, I should point out that we’ve just put over 260 items on sale to make room for the new Fall items. While they last, you can get many of our items for 30-70% off!

New Fall items from Custommade, By Malene Birger and Odd Molly have just been added to our site and more items are being added …



Huset’s In The News Again!


Posted November 18th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

This has been a really great month for us…

We celebrated our fourth year in business, got named one of the “Best Of The Web 2010″ by InStyle Magazine (November edition) and just got featured by the New York Daily News!

Huset-Shop.com Featured In The New York Daily News

Patty Lee’s “get cookin’” feature highlights some of her favorite picks for cooking in style and having a stress-free Thanksgiving. She’s included a variety of great products and we’re thrilled she included our Klippan oven mitts.

Of course, we have many more modern kitchen items in stock and there’s no better time to shop huset…

We’re offering a discount we’ve never done before and you can choose how much you’d like to save.

From now until November 26th, 2010, you can save 15%* on orders of $199 or …



Huset’s Fourth Anniversary


Posted November 11th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

It’s hard for me to believe, but this month marks our fourth year of business.

Huset has come a long way in the last four years and we couldn’t have done it without you, our loyal blog readers, customers and fans… THANK YOU!

We’ve recently added new products in every category and would like to give you a significant discount to show our gratitude.

We’re offering a discount we’ve never done before and you can choose how much you’d like to save.

From now until November 26th, 2010, you can save 15%* on orders of $199 or less OR 20%* on orders totaling $200 or more.

Use code: HUSET15 (to save 15% on orders $199* or less)

Use code: HUSET20 (to save 20% on orders $200* or more)

Thanks again …



New 2010 Rabens Saloner Fashion Line


Posted March 2nd, 2010 by holly@huset 1 Comment »

I’m pleased to announce that huset has received many new Rabens Saloner pieces! We think designer Birgitte Raben Olrik has really outdone herself this time and believe you’ll find these Danish designs… hot, hot, hot!

While the slideshow (above) shows a few of the pieces we have received, we have many more waiting for you right now in our online store.

To see our full collection of 2010 Rabens Saloner Fashion Items Click Here!

If you’d like to see specific items from the slideshow, here are their direct links:

Enjoy!…



Creative & Modern Valentine’s Gifts


Posted February 12th, 2010 by holly@huset No Comments »

Looking for a great Valentine’s gift this year for that someone special?

Here are some creative (and modern) Valentine’s gifts that are sure to be a hit!

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Whether your Valentine is 5 or 95, huset’s got you covered!

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(pictured from top-left) – Playsam Jetliner, Nylander Original Rock N Roll Silk Tote Bag, Lotta Kuhlhorn Pukki 88 Trivet, MOR Nordica Body Scrub, Odd Molly Secrets Tank, Gotfred and Gertie Goat by Rice DK, isak Blossom and Bill TrayOdd Molly Secrets Under, Triwa Code Red Watch, Odd Molly My Lips Love Me Lip Balm, Anna Kraitz YOU Tea Cup and Saucer



Christmas in Scandinavia


Posted December 22nd, 2009 by Isobel 3 Comments »

Christmas is celebrated throughout Scandinavia on the evening of December 24th. It is widely regarded as the most sacred holiday where families and relatives meet in their homes and celebrate. Besides the customary Christmas tree and presents under it, it is the traditional Julbord that is at the center of attention for most Scandinavians. A delicious home made protein rich feast that takes several days to prepare and has its roots in the Norse celebration of midvinterblot…

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Many restaurants in the larger cities of Scandinavia serve Julbord during the month of December and they are well worth a visit if you ever get a chance. If you want to get a taste of the Scandinavian Christmas you can also make your own Julbord.  Here are some of our …



Lucia – Goddess of Light


Posted December 12th, 2009 by Isobel 1 Comment »

On December 13th at 7 a.m. every church, school, and business in Sweden is packed to the brim to welcome Saint Lucia: Goddess of Light and her impressive chorus.

Lucia has become one of the most loved and celebrated traditions in Sweden and is also celebrated in Swedish communities across the world. This video is from last week at The Shrine in downtown L.A.

As early as 5 am on Lucia morning the oldest daughter  in the family dresses up in a white gown, a red sash around her waist and a wreath of lingonberry leaves and candles in her hair. She then brings coffee, Saffron buns and Ginger snaps on a tray to her parents bedroom, waking them up singing traditional Lucia songs.

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Featured Designer: Maria Holmer Dahlgren


Posted November 19th, 2009 by holly@huset No Comments »

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Maria Dahlgren

The career of Swedish Designer, Maria Holmer Dahlgren, began at the internationally-renowned Swedish stationary company, Ordning & Reda. Maria co-founded Ordning & Reda and designed for them for 18 years. Other achievements include being commissioned to design the interior graphics for Stockholm’s stylish boutique hotel “Rival,” owned by ABBA’s Benny Andersson.

Maria now has her own thriving design company, Metagram. She designs a variety of contemporary trays and other pieces aimed at the high-end tourist market, and currently sells them in places such as Stockholm’s “Moderna Museet” gallery.

Of her work, Maria says…

“…There’s beautiful art all around us, if we just open our eyes to it.”

We couldn’t agree more and know you love Maria’s designs and the quality of her products.



Sweetest Notecards from Salt & Syrup


Posted July 9th, 2009 by holly@huset No Comments »

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Salt & Syrup was started by Emily Ranneby, an American illustrator and designer living in Stockholm, Sweden. Emily is a newcomer to the stationery market, but seems to be rolling on strong momentum as her work is popping up on blogs and in magazines. Her letter-pressed cards are mini art pieces and would fit in a frame as easily as they do envelopes. In her debut collection Emily combines images of wildlife creatures and each card features an unexpected combination of the subject’s name in Swedish, French, and English. This unexpected grouping adds another level of distinctive flair to each set.
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Salt & Syrup cards are appealing to both children and adults with their use of bright colors. From Emily’s site: “Dedicated to concocting vibrant and deliciously unexpected combinations that …