The story takes place in the 1870s amidst the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations on a farm in Skåne, featuring traditions such as slaughtering and beer brewing. Seven-year-old Sofi lives at Möllegården in the present day but meets the magical "Gåramålarn" (the Farm Painter), who takes her on journeys through time to show her how Christmas was celebrated in the past. The farm’s tomte also makes an appearance, with his signature catchphrase: "You can bet your bottom dollar on that!"