A perfect fit for the season

Peter Marriott discusses simple ways of capturing the look of the most romantic of seasons.

You Will Need • Carded wool (rovings) in Cranberry, Orange, Sunflower, Emerald, Spring Green and Light Khaki • Green embroidery thread • Length of jute twine Tools • Felting foam block or thick uphols

Inspiring seasonal ideas and recipes

Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

Gather fallen acorn cups from oak trees to create this colourful decoration to adorn a door this season

I want to pass on my expressive approach to painting still lifes from observation using mixed media. I find this way of working freeing and fun. When a painting is started with an attitude of freedom