In detail: festive flourishes

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

Handcrafted gifts and seasonal buys from our favourite artisans, small businesses and high-street brands

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

We round up our favourite fabric collections, quilting patterns, sewing notions and crafty books that we’ll be dropping in our trolley this month… Trends come and go but rich shades of berry red and l

Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas with Tilda’s new 2025 collection of fabrics and buttons! Perfect for backing cushions, lining bags and purses or for creating Advent calendar backings or pockets

With its eclectic mix of fabrics and artworks from around the world, set against a vibrant palette, this relaxed Edwardian home has a curated air of individuality