A letter from home Designer Susie Watson invites us into her home to show how she creates a cosy and creative Christmas setting. For details, see page 90.
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hristmas is set to feel very special this year: a celebration to mark the passing of a challenging 2020 for many, and perhaps a renewed appreciation of simply spending time with those we are closest to. Our December issue is therefore designed to help savour every moment of the festive season. As preparation is key, we have gleaned ideas and advice from designer Susie Watson on how to decorate our homes for Christmas, inside and out, to ensure they feel cosy and magical (page 90). Meanwhile, interior designers Joanna Wood and Christopher Vane Percy welcome us into their fabulously dressed homes (pages 36 and 46) and offer advice on how to create and add the finishing touches. Our gift guide contains wonderful ideas for everyone you might need to buy for (page 83), but we are also mindful that many will want to create handmade presents for loved ones (page 114), as well as adding thoughtful additions for guests (page 98). There are suggestions for using seasonal foliage and berries to create natural displays in the festive instalment of The Seasonal Home (page 120), whilst Matthew Fort has opened our eyes to a mouthwatering alternative to the traditional figgy pudding (page 72). I do hope you enjoy all these treats and wish you a very Happy Christmas from everyone on The English Home team.
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