Yule animals

Step into a winter wonderland with our latest blog post: "Echoes of Yuletide: Unraveling the Mystique of the Yule Goat." 🌨️🌠 Explore the enchanting history and mythology behind this beloved symbol of Christmas in Northern Europe. From Thor's legendary chariot to the festive streets of Gävle, learn how the Yule Goat has pranced through history to the present day.

Owl in winter. <3 #owl #winter

When the Winter Solstice knocks at the door, we hunker down and prepare for the cold days ahead. As does the wildlife. But before we completely go into hibernation, let’s meet some of the Winter Animals, the magical Christmas creatures that share some of our most beloved Yuletide legends and lore. So even when these mystical creatures are hibernating over the Winter, their spirits are still with us…sharing the very essence of the holiday season.

I recently discovered that Icelandic folklore includes a Yule Cat as a part of their traditions. This painting is loosely based on the Yule Cat. Instead of the kitty eating children who do not get a new piece of clothing for Christmas, this kitty has a protecting watchful eye over the solidarity of this little ... Read more

Europe has its fair share of unique holiday traditions, and this curious creature is no exception.

Every year I draw a Christmas card for my family to send out to our relatives. This year the design was inspired by the yule cat from Icelandic folklore.

Winter Solstice, Yuletide, Mother Night, Winter Rite, Festival of Sol Invictus/Mithras, Saturnalia (Roman), Cuidle, Gŵyl Galan Gaeaf, Meán Geimhridh (Welsh), Alban Arthan/Arthuan (Druid, ‘Light of …