Colour co-ordinated Buccellati has spoiled us with two ...

...in need of comforting fragrances for the senses in our homes during these cold, dark months and we are big fans of independent candle crafters St. Eval. Their Winter Thyme (from £5.50, st-eval. com

Bob Cooper of Macclesfield, Cheshire remembers: From an early age, I have always loved reading and writing. My best subject at school was English to the detriment of maths, and I managed to become top

From a milliner inspired by topiary to a model-turned-ecological gardener and a couple who swapped jobs in telecommunications for growing vegetables, Sir David Beckham’s rural heroes tell Julie Harding why craft and the countryside are key

We’ve made a list (and checked it twice) of independent brick-and-mortar shops well worth a visit this holiday season

This month, embrace the festive season with an inviting space to gather, decorate with fabric bows and treat yourself or guests to a new set of bed linen