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This category gathers all stories, guides and cultural insights about the iconic woven Danish paper hearts and the Scandinavian craft traditions behind them.

Here you will find the history of the Danish Christmas heart, practical guides, handmade inspiration and background knowledge from my own work at Ugly Duckli – where all hearts and ornaments are created by hand in Copenhagen.

Whether you are looking for cultural insight, gift inspiration or a deeper understanding of Danish Christmas traditions, this is where you will find it.

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Christmas in Copenhagen

Christmas in Copenhagen

When the days grow shorter, Copenhagen starts to glow. There are lights in the streets, Christmas markets begin to open, and cafés start serving gløgg and æbleskiver. At home, many Danes bring out boxes of decorations that have been used year after year. And somewhere...