Well, it's finally here: that magical time of sparkling candles in misted windows, bulging stockings by crackling fires, the scent of mulled wine and pine needles wafting through the house... I may be in my 30s with no little ones around, but I can’t help getting swept up in the childlike wonder of Christmas. Tonight Chris and I will mark the midwinter solstice with a cosy meal, celebrating the . . .
Wreath-making with Ruby & The Wolf
Few things conjure up a Christmas mood more than the heady, herby scent of winter foliage, and earlier this week I was lucky enough to spend an evening surrounded by it thanks to a wreath-making workshop run by my lovely friend Kirstie of Ruby & The Wolf. It took place in the most festive of spaces – The Forge, which sits in a restored workshop in the heart of Bristol. The atmosphere was . . .
Winter gin cocktails with Gintuition
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a few festive tipples, and my tipple of choice is always gin. Earlier this year I posted some ideas for summer gin cocktails; now I want to share some winter-themed variations that are perfect for seasonal celebrations (or just a Friday night in, if you fancy treating yourself!). To help, the kind people at Dartington Crystal sent me one of their . . .
Festive wrapping inspiration
I don’t know about you, but I love wrapping Christmas presents. I tend to set aside a weekend afternoon, put on some festive tunes, pour myself a glass of wine, and take over the entire living-room floor with paper, tape and tags. In fact, it’s become something of a seasonal ritual. I always think beautiful packaging makes a gift seem that little bit more special, but that doesn’t mean spending . . .
Styling a winter table | Part 2
I’m really beginning to get into the festive spirit now: I’ve started my shopping, ordered the tree and even opened the first bottle of sloe gin (oops!)... Time, then, to share the second of the winter table arrangements which I’ve put together to provide some inspiration for seasonal gatherings. Last week I posted some photos of my first effort – an elegant affair with tall brass candlesticks . . .
Profile (+ discount) | House & Hamper
Last week I received an intriguing email from a brand-new company called House & Hamper, asking if I’d like to feature its range of gift boxes on These Four Walls. I’m quite fussy about who I recommend on these pages, but it turns out House & Hamper is right up my street. It was founded by Yasmin Ward, who shares my love of Scandinavian design, and focuses on handpicked, natural products . . .
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