Let colour lead the way. Mix bold florals, painted ceramics and multicoloured stripes on tableware and linens, then add extra wow with a centrepiece of paper stars. Star lanterns, £17.95 each, Paper S

From tiny tots to lady of the manor, Amie Elizabeth White has Christmas all wrapped up

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Lesley Fernández-Armesto on a superior cake for Christmas

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Q I’d like to help others this Christmas but my budget is limited. Do you have any tips? A There are lots of ways to help others that don’t involve money. Are there any local charities near you lookin