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How to be eco-friendly at Christmas Christmas has become all about indulgence, presents, extravagance and, inevitably, a lot of waste. Not only do we overeat and overspend during the festive seasons but we also overuse energy, overwaste food and resources. Even if you generally buy organic, fair-trade, locally produces goods – it’s very difficult not…

We tend to associate Christmas decoration with wreaths & garlands, baubles hanging on the Christmas tree, tinsel lighting and shiny wraps… Although these elements are the most familiar decorating details, they can be complemented or replaced by interesting displays with a contemporary twist. Although you can buy some ready-made Xmas props, they are best made…

It’s St Nicholas Day. Today is the day when you should put up your Christmas decoration. Or at least you should have worked out which décor theme you want to go with this year. If you want to miss out on the usual Christmas nightmares of panicking, arguing and getting stressed out – you should…

Christmas is about giving – it’s meant to be about giving love, but these days it’s about giving presents. Most shops & stores are already full of gifts and presents seducing us into the madness of Xmas buying (despite promising ourselves last year that we’d never again spend so much money on presents!). So, before…

Decorating the Christmas table When it comes to decorating for Christmas, we think about garlands & wreaths, the tree, the outside, the lighting… etc. We tend to leave the Christmas table to the last minute.. In previous articles I have written about DIY Christmas decor – how to make your own garlands & wreaths, baubles…

In the previous article I wrote about how to make baubles and how to use candles when decorating for Christmas. As I explained, first you should decide on your theme; then look around shops and stores for inspiration; then get out your previous decoration bits – utilize those that fit within your theme and alter those…

Make your own Christmas decor! Christmas is only a month away – this seems a long time to think ahead, yet you could save a lot of hassle if you start to think about your Christmas decor, your parties, gifts & present. Avoid the usual nightmare before Christmas by planning ahead and getting organised.. First…

Christmas decoration theme for kids & parties Of all the Christmas Decorating themes, this is the most fun and exciting. It’s based on fairytales and fables – either Christmas stories and myths such as Lapland, Santa & Friends, Fairies & Angels and the Nativity – or famous story characters such as Harry Potter or other…

Designer Chic If you’re after the Christmas decorating trend of 2005, this is the look for you. It is basically a take on the elegant decoration theme – but, for this look, glamour is the prominent feel, driven by the latest fashion and decor trends. This is the must-look for serious fashionistas and design-followers (or…