The arrival of spring is your invitation to step outside and style a moment to share with family and friends. A soft palette and nostalgic ginghams, florals and pretty, rustic details set the scene

Pretty-as-a-picture bakes inspired by the fresh zing of spring, along with crafts to help share them

Set the scene for Easter with our simple craft projects and decorating ideas using nature’s own soft, uplifting pastel colours

Celebrate the season – and the Bank Holiday weekend – with a vibrant feast with recipes for everyone

Hosting a family do? Impress guests with twists on the classics, plus a pretty-in-pink pudding

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric