Nisse, tomte, and other small supernatural beings
Louise Hanson writes about magical creatures from Scandinavian folklore known as nisse, tomte, or tonttu and their place in the holiday season.
Author: Louise Lysne Hanson
Clean it right, the Nordic way
Louise Hanson reports on the history and versatility of the Swedish dishcloth, which is eco-friendly and gaining popularity in the United States.
Here’s how I became a Helly Hansen Viking
Louise Hanson of The Nordic Shop in Rochester, Minn., reports on being a Helly Hansen Viking and promoting the Norwegian company’s outerwear.
Celebrate the spirit of the season—and Norway—with a new special sweater
Louise Hanson, The Nordic Shop in Rochester, Minn., offers Dale of Norway’s OL Spirit sweater collection leading up to the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Cookie Extravaganza: Krokaner
Great Norwegian Christmas Cookie Extravaganza: Louis Hanson of The Nordic Shop in Rochester, Minn., shares her recipe for Krokaner.
