Just a very short post today to wish you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. I'm taking a break over the festive period to relax with family and friends after what turned out to be a momentous 2017 - I got married in May, left my job to blog full-time in August, and travelled to Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Italy and beyond. I'll be back in early January with more design and travel inspiration, . . .
The final festive touches
December seems to be flying by, and I can't believe Christmas is now just over a week away. Although I put most of our decorations up a while ago (blogging means doing it a lot earlier than I used to!), a few additional festive touches have crept in over the past couple of days. . . .
Simple Christmas table styling
I've always loved dressing the table for Christmas. It was my job as a child, and I'd spend much of Christmas morning in my parents' garden with a pair of scissors, decimating their holly bushes in a bid to find the prettiest sprigs. It's a task I take very seriously to this day, and even though we're not hosting Christmas this year, I still want to create a festive atmosphere for December meals . . .
Recipe | Sprout, bacon & chestnut risotto
Brussels sprouts: you either love 'em or hate 'em. I normally sit on the 'hate' side of the fence, but I still find myself forcing a few down every Christmas just because it's tradition (well, in the UK at least). I'm always looking for ways to make them more appealing, but I haven't found any sprout recipes I like – until now. This festive risotto from Kym Grimshaw of always-inspiring food blog . . .
Simple but stylish Christmas gift wrapping with The White Company
[This is a paid partnership with The White Company, but all words and opinions are my own] Wrapping gifts is one of my favourite Christmas rituals. Each year I set aside a whole afternoon and evening, put on some seasonal tunes, help myself to a tipple and a mince pie, and lose myself in a mountain of paper, ribbon, twine and tags. It always helps me get into the festive mood, and I love . . .
How to make a minimalist Christmas wreath
Nothing says Christmas like a wreath brimming with fresh, fragrant greenery, but you don’t have to opt for the traditional look. If you prefer Scandinavian-style simplicity then this minimalist version is for you. It’s quick and easy to make, and it looks beautiful hung in a window, on a door or above a fireplace; you could even cluster several together to create a striking display. And for a . . .
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