Beauty within a gnarled shell

Embrace the rich russet and amber colours of autumn harvests and crisp foliage with these styling ideas and homemade crafts that celebrate the season

1 SERVES 2 | PREP 10 MINS COOK 25 MINS | EASY 75g walnuts2 tbsp olive oil200g spaghetti1 shallot, finely sliced200g swiss chard, stems finelychopped, leaves roughly chopped2 garlic cloves, thinly slic

Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

Designed by: Cheryl McKinnon Stitch count: 74 high x 37 wide (each side) Design size: 14x7cm (5½x2¾in) Stitch time: 10 hours (each side) This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric. • DMC Sparkly

Create glowing pinpoints of light that bounce off your walls after dark with these elegant asymmetric lumières

There’s something deeply joyful about creating your own festive wreath. Beyond the finished design, it’s the gathering of materials and the act of making that brings a special sense of connection to t