Create an autumn wreath

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

Autumn is a glorious time to create beautiful decorations that celebrate the turning season. Whether you have a terrace of pots, garden, an allotment or simply enjoy foraging on walks, there are count

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

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

Scoop up armfuls of seasonal fruits, foliage and flowers – from your local farm shop or garden – to create colourful displays and toasty treats

FOR JOHN KEATS, AUTUMN WAS THE SEASON OF MISTS AND MELLOW FRUITFULNESS. HERE, THE COUNTRY LIVING TEAM AND FRIENDS HIGHLIGHT WHAT THIS TIME OF YEAR MEANS TO THEM – FROM CRAFTING WREATHS TO BOTTLING SLOE GIN