We’ve put together a special spring bucket list. Because we think that springtime is the best time to unwind in the green while embracing the most charming cottagecore moments of your life. To enjoy this green spring bucket list you don’t need a cottage or a farm. You can simply create the environments and moments …
It's A Charming Life
"It's a Charming Life." celebrates a mindful lifestyle that we hope inspires others through vintage fashion, charming travels, and enchanting storytelling. We are a California girl (Lindsay) & a Swedish gent (Jonas). We are making our dreams come true in the Sleepy Hollow country!
Cottagecore and Countryside books go hand in hand. It is about romanticizing your life and seeking inspiration from the fictional characters that are living your countryside dreams. Springtime is a reminder that even the smallest person can make a difference, and we can inspire each other by just being ourselves, like the snowdrops and crocuses …
Depression is more common than we may realize, and many of us suffer in silence. These 10 Self-care tips have been very helpful to us, and we hope that it can improve your mental health as well. A simple step is all it takes to start a journey to a more joyful tomorrow. As an …
We found winter to be a good time to read mystery novels, or short stories with suspense. For our “Sleepy Hollow Book Club” we picked our personal favorite mysteries that we think never dissapoint any cold winter day. We usually think of England when we are picturing a classic mystery novel. Characters like Agatha Christie’s …
Swedish Cinnamon Rolls is one of the most beloved treats on the Swedish Fika table. The secret to a successful Cinnamon Roll is to bake them yourself. With this Swedish Fika recipe, you will realize that it is quite easy. First of all, what does it mean to have a Swedish Fika? If you don’t …
A black and white Christmas movie always brings a certain joy to the holiday. They bring a sweet and sentimental feeling even if you are among family or by yourself. Here is a list of our old favorite Christmas movies from the 1930s-1950s. Clicking the movie titles will take you to our Amazon Affiliate which …
St. Lucia comes with a tray of Swedish Christmas Fika. A cozy advent tradition that spreads brightness and light into a dark winter. St. Lucia Day is celebrated on December 13th. It is a beloved and important celebration in Sweden, such as Norway and Finland. A bright and comforting tradition that originally came from the …
Old Christmas came to stay in Sleepy Hollow after Washington Irving’s time in England. In his sack, he brought “The Headless Horseman” and “Santa Claus.” Was he truly the man who invented Christmas? It has forever been debated who really “invented” Christmas. Was it Charles Dickens and his 3 Christmas ghosts, or Washington Irving, the …
Explore our winter bucket list to make the most of this winter wonder season. Here are our 10 favorite cozy winter activities that will brighten your days and make the cold season more heartwarming than ever. We hope that this winter bucket list can inspire you to find the charm of this magical season. These …
If you want a cozy fall holiday, this Mudcake Pie is what adds the extra heartwarming atmosphere when the coffee is being served. As the holidays approach, the pressure of making everything so special can ruin the fun of it. With this pie, you will get something extra, yet save a lot of time and …
Gilmore Girls is a TV-show that has the coziest small-town charm in it. It was a perfect fall day when we decided to visit the real Stars Hollow. Did you know there is more than one? The fictional town is just a set, but there are still a handful of Connecticut towns, very close to …
Sleepy Hollow, NY is a well-known little village from Washington Irving’s famous short story “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. But, did you know it is also a real town that you can visit? We want to show you our favorite spots in this town of legends and lore. A town where the line between fiction …