We started celebrating early this year.....

Well, why not? I have so many hidden treasures to delight and decorate our home, garden and anywhere else that I find fitting, that it is sad to only use them just before Christmas.

Fresh from the garden, my first Festive Wreath of this season. I created my own base wreath with flexible stems and built up the wreath tying with strong thread as I created new layers. Be creative and try different mixtures of  foliage and flowers....even a touch of Aloe to add to the ethnic, African flavour!

 

My signature serviette fold in the form of a jacket on a charger plate to set the scene.

Sprinkle a festive touch in every room...... you will be amazed at how uplifting the bright red, green and gold can be. From crockery and food, to foliage and beads, there is no easier way to evoke the Christmas spirit than dressing up your table. A little creative thinking can have surprising rewards....and take the breath away from your guests when they arrive!

Dig deep into your linen cupboard and pull out those wonderful, inherited family treasures from Granny. These red serviettes have many a story to tell from many years back, and I still love to use them.

Be green this Christmas..... avoid those nasty crackers and rather decorate your table with love from the garden. Beautiful and peaceful, white Iceberg roses with a touch of festive ivy will do any table justice. No rubbish to throw away....your guests can take their blooms home with them.

There is nothing more consoling and powerful than a single candle burning bright....... with sweet memories of many happy festive seasons gone by...... with special family and friends........

Especially at this Festive time of the year, remember that happiness is a perfume, you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself. - Ralph Waldo Emerson.