In this episode, we dive into the creative and inspiring world of Jennifer Hammervald. From her surprising love for horror movies to her journey as a product designer for Minecraft, Jennifer shares how her passions have shaped her life. She talks about crafting pop culture-inspired patches and pins, her unexpected move to Åre, and the joys of embracing a slower, more intentional lifestyle in the mountains. Along the way, we explore her thoughts on technology, creativity, and finding balance in a world that’s constantly changing. Whether you're a fan of Twin Peaks, a lover of design, or just curious about living in a digital yet grounded way, this episode has something for everyone.

Featured Quotes:

• "I love horror movies. It's like relaxing to me."

  
  



• "Before we moved here, I worked with Minecraft for Mojang Studios as a product designer."

  
  



• "I started making patches and pins with pop culture, Twin Peaks things, and X-Files things."

  
  



• "It's weird. I cannot live without Google anymore."

  
  



• Jennifer Hammervald

  
  

Chapters:

(00:00:00 ) - Horror Movies as Comfort
(00:08:55 ) - Creative Inspiration Everywhere
(00:17:46 ) - Patches That Sparked a Dream
(00:26:27 ) - From Minecraft to Åre
(00:35:33 ) - Savoring Mountain Life
(00:44:42 ) - Living in a Digital World
(00:54:05 ) - Adventure Meets Routine
(01:01:44 ) - Åre’s Wild Side
(01:09:56 ) - Passion Projects and Play
(01:17:42 ) - Lessons from Åre

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Follow Our Guests and Team:

• Jennifer Hammervald: ⁠@jennisprints


• Creative Director: Viktor Ohlin ⁠@allinvision.jpg⁠


• Hosts: Val Cook and Tim Boffe ⁠@thenomadsfamily⁠


• Interior Design by ⁠Theolin Interior Design⁠

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