Gaelle Chassery

Hygge (pronounced "hoo-gah") means taking pleasure in the simple things, the cosy things. Making your home a sanctuary is a very simple and fun way to bring more pleasure to your life by creating a beautiful and relaxing space that hugs you, supports you to be completely restored and ready for what you want to do. Detail of “Summer Morning” There are endless ways to create a home that meets our need for safety and relaxation, and whatever the size of our space and budget, it is easily done with a few simple things. I have applied the following principles whether I was living in a tiny student room, an attic studio or a two or three-bedroom cottage. In my experience, paying attention to those simple elements always enhances self-care, quality of life, inner peace and relaxation. That in turn makes me more available for the important things, it helps me to be focused, efficient, and very caring. A simple blossom in a glass bottle is one of my favourite ways to display flowers. ...

As the coronavirus unfolded across the globe I decided to create a nature journal to document how embracing the seasons at home can really support wellbeing—an alternative diary of good news and ordinary beauty that keeps things simple and helps me focus on nature-inspired and soothing art. A Special Journal The concept of my nature journal is simple, like nature itself: each day, nature offers me something to put in my journal; it can be anything that I just find outside or that friends give me. For my nature journal I chose a beautiful notebook given to me for my birthday. Bound by hand, the rich sheets of handmade paper have lots of visible fibers. It has the most satisfying texture and a very interactive cover. It really is perfect for the task! I made the choice not to include words as I think the little treasures really speak for themselves. Finding Treasures We don't need to look too far to collect treasures. I never go that far myself! I am very lucky to live in the country...