Essi Lyytikäinen

“I’ve been spoiled rotten by the flea market prices in a smaller town”—Finnish blogger Katja Rinkinen shares her favorite flea markets

“I only buy oversized clothes from thrift stores”—influencer Miia Johansson shares how she finds hidden gems at second-hand shops

Crochet a dahlia bag from squares: a flower lover’s dream project!

These dogs don’t bark—they whisper! How Staffordshire dog figurines once conveyed secret messages in Finnish coastal towns

Paper peonies as lovely as the real thing—craft a beautiful bouquet from crepe paper

Petunia impresses with lush blooms—see tips from our expert and keep them vibrant all summer

Long term relationship, separate homes: “We share the boat and an air fryer, but not a home”

Easy crocheted bag—the loveliest summer tote made from one simple piece

African daisy is a stunning summer flower that doesn't mind dryness—see professional caring tips

Zinnia is a prolific, easy summer flower that also attracts pollinators—start indoors or sow directly in the ground

Million bells is known for its never-ending blooms—help it flourish with our tips!

Suvi gives old clothes new life with supermarket dyes—and even transformed a leather jacket with shoe polish!

“A woman pretty much does everything”—Hanne realized why she, like many mothers, gets exhausted by chores

Snapdragon is excellent both as a border plant in flowerbeds and as a striking cut flower

How many things have you jumped on board with only to grow tired of them as your taste has changed—or perhaps even matured?

Anna took up solo hiking in midlife: “I’m delighted every time I realize I can handle it on my own”

Finnish president Alexander Stubb’s summer residence—Kultaranta returns to glory after a grand renovation

Every room in Riitta's home is decorated with her favorite color: “Everything green calls me”

This checkerboard cowl is quick to make—check out the easy colorwork crochet pattern

Asta turned her white home all-black—she even replaced her dishes: “Looking at my home fills me with happiness”

Irene turned her home entirely blue: “My biggest fear is the ordinary”

Daffodil candle holders for Easter—Here’s how to make these dazzling decorations