Create a serene space with the kind of timeless seasonal theme that dreams are made
of
SPOTLIGHT ON
No mantelpiece? No problem. Turn a bland window sill into a charming spot to show
off larger decorative pieces
White metal stars, from £17.50 each, Cox & Cox
Relax into effortless chic this Christmas by sticking to a scheme of warm, cashmere
tinted whites and soft, snowy details. This look is brilliant for rooms where you’ve
already embraced the trend for creamy neutrals – all you need is a little fluffy texture
and some foliage elements to set your scene for the season. The restricted palette
instantly creates a feeling of easy elegance, while natural materials and playful
motifs keep the atmosphere laid-back.
Create a calm atmosphere with a tone-on-tone effect – it makes even the grandest of
spaces feel relaxed. Choose a shade of white you love, then look for matching shades
that feel a little stronger, all the way up to rich espresso brown or deep stormy
grey. Mix and match these colours around the room to find your perfect blend
Borg cushion, £11, Ski scene cushion, £12, squirrel cushion, £7, wooden tree, £7,
wooden nutcracker, £10, all George Home
Warm up a white scheme using natural materials. Kraft paper, wood and unglazed ceramics
add a tactile element and stop things from feeling frosty
Scallop edge dinnerware, from £2.50; Christmas star cut out scene, £12; light-up house,
£5; wooden garland, £5; vase with wicker handles, £8; ribbed glass, £3; frosted garland
with pinecones, £18; pine tree decoration in Pink, £1.50, all B&M
Strala lampshade in White with dots, £5, IKEA
Porcelain Christmas tree decoration, £1.99, Home Bargains
Small fir balsam frosted candle, £8, Habitat
Tufted snowflake cushion, £13, Matalan
Wicker tree skirt in White, £9.99, The Range
Double your sparkle using well-placed mirrors and other reflective surfaces – such
as glass and metallic finishes. They’ll reflect fairylights and candles to add a magical,
glittering effect
Holly & Berry Home for Christmas mug, £15; Tis the Season mug, £15; Home for Christmas
mug, £15; paper napkins, £6 for 20; jug, from £16; Holly & Berry nibbles bowls, £14
each, all Sophie Allport
Choose a tree topper with tails to make light work of dressing your tree. Just pop
on the topper, make sure the tails are evenly spaced around the tree and you’re done!
It’s easy