Thanksgiving Hygge

Dear lovely readers,

This week I have been dealing with a broken thumb and two pins that were inserted to ensure proper healing. I had no idea that my ability to type would be severely impacted!  I found one from Thanksgiving 2020 that is still relevant today and have posted it below. The only difference is that we now have a greater variety of candles in the shop!

I’d also like to highlight Small Business Saturday on November 26th. We will be open shorter hours, from 10 until 4. You’ll want to take advantage of our sale of 20% off everything!

Copyright: AlexRaths

And now to the November 26, 2020 post:

Since Thanksgiving will be different this year for most of us, we’d like to introduce you to the Danish concept of Hygge. Hygge (pronounced hue-guh or hoo-gah according to various sources) embodies coziness. It’s an atmosphere that makes a person feel content and comfortable by surrounding themselves with the things that make life good. Things like warmth in the way of a fire and a soft blanket or throw, soft light created with candles and lamps, friendship, laughter, seasonal food and drink, and relaxing music.

We like to think that My Sister Knits embodies Hygge, especially during the holidays.  When you think about it, knitting is definitely hygge, creating warm, cozy garments and accessories. When you pair it with a fire, a hot drink, music or a favorite movie, a candle or two or three, you are ‘hyggeing’!

Our candles that are always burning in the shop are one of the easiest ways to create a sense of Hygge in your own home.  A few of those along with some knitting, good food, perhaps a Christmas movie or some relaxing music will go a long way towards creating a cozy Thanksgiving weekend. 

We love the candles from Wax and Wool so much! Kjerste hand pours these in small batches in Puyallup, Washington, 30 miles south of Seattle. Each candle has a burn time of 50-60 hours so you can enjoy their scents throughout the holidays!

Happy knitting,