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the DECEMBER edit • NEWS * IDEAS * SHOPPING * INSPIRATION

NEW DISCOVERY WHERE TO FIND AN ALL-IN-ONE TABLE-SETTING KIT • If your ideal theme for Christmas is more modern than traditional, then this table-setting kit, with colourful finishing touches in sage green, pink and terracotta, is ideal for brightening a feast with minimal effort. The kit has all the accessories you need to wow guests with your tablescaping masterpiece and includes a pair of candles with ceramic holders, four glass posy vases and three paper hanging decorations. Festive tablescaping kit, £28, Bloom & Wild.

IN & OUT • WHAT TO DO, BUY AND MAKE THIS MONTH…

LITTLE BEAUTIES • Turn your tree into a magical scene with these delightful decorations

UNDER WRAPS • Up your gifting game with gorgeous recyclable papers *

THE BIG BANG • Have a cracking celebration with these explosive beauties

FINAL FLOURISH • Your gifts will be all tied up nicely in these lovely ribbons *

A WARM WELCOME • Ring in the season with an elegant wreath *

HANG IN THERE • Ensure Christmas morning is extra magical with a stylish stocking

SHOP with STYLE • Yes, it really is time to start the Christmas countdown and our pick of fab festive finds is a good place to start

CELEBRATE WITH US • Bring a bit of magic – and grown-up glamour – into your home this Christmas with our brilliant decorating ideas

FESTIVE FIRESIDE • As the evening draws in, get cosy by a roaring fire. Grab a blanket for when the flames die down.

A BRIGHT CHRISTMAS • Neon candles, bright mini trees, bold glass tumblers and vibrant decorations will all add some fun to the formalities.

TAKE YOUR SEATS • Oversized decorations – the brighter the better – look great tied with ribbon and hung on the backs of chairs.

THE MODERN WAY TO DRESS YOUR TABLE • Whatever your home style, we have a festive tablescape trend for you, from welcoming Scandi to dramatic metallics. Take your pick and wow your guests

TRADITIONAL OPULENCE • For many of us, Christmas is all about indulging in favourite time-honoured rituals, and nothing feels more festive than a beautifully laid red and gold table

GROWN-UP PASTELS • This is a modern alternative to a classic Christmas look and is perfect for taking you through into the party season

DRAMATIC METALLICS • Bronze and copper with masses of warm fairy lights draped along the walls will set the scene for a theatrical banquet

THE BIG CHRISTMAS TREE DEBATE: REAL vs FAKE? • Which will you go for: grown in the ground or shop bought? We’re here to help you pick your perfect fir, whether it’s choosing and caring for a real one or branching out and going faux…

DON’T KNOW FRASER FROM DOUGLAS? • Here’s our guide to the most popular varieties in the UK

FAKING IT • If you’ve decided to opt for a faux tree to decorate your home this year (and beyond), you need look no further than these festive beauties picked by us at HB HQ

Festive flourishes • Go beyond just trimming the tree with these new ways to...