A tree full of memories

Whether it is adding contemporary paintings to a gallery of Old Masters or branching out into territories as diverse as Modernist chairs, Iranian tiles or Churchill memorabilia, the passion for collecting seems to run in some families, as Eleanor Doughty discovers

AS October draws in, bringing with it crisp autumn leaves and cosy fires, it’s hard not to fall in love with the season. This month, many of us are stringing cobweb garlands and carving pumpkins to ge

We love getting creative with cross stitch and this miniature town with an assortment of buildings from The Nutmeg Company* is at the top of our to-stitch list this winter. The ‘Winter Village’ series

Your Christmas tree can never have too many decorations, so be sure to make room for this set of beaded cottages in a variety of shapes, styles and colours. Durene has designed these welcoming and cos

This month, celebrate the change in season with countryside-inspired homeware designs, learn the art of still-life oil painting and decorate with classic stripes

Honour the iconic Christmas song with these festive folk art mini makes by Durene Jones 31 quick-and-easy motifs Durene Jones’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice