Midwinter makers’ manifesto

Reset yourself this January with the help of bestselling author and astrologer Kirsty Gallagher

Every year, I buy a stack of glossy Christmas magazines, convinced that if I set the table perfectly or buy another gingerbread-scented candle, it’ll be the most magical festive season yet. Not only t

We can’t predict exactly how you’ll be feeling as the year comes to a close, but our best guess is that you’ll be in need of a breather. Because for many of us, 2025 has not been painless. Political t

Start right now! It’s the best way to keep calm, make informed choices, allow a little flexibility and spread the cost. You’ll be able to reap the rewards of being super-organised nearer the time. Set

A blueprint for doing Christmas differently

We often feel we don’t have the time and headspace to be original or inventive, but art historian and author Katy Hessel says everyone can bring more creativity to their everyday. Here, she tells us how