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December 2020

A fantastical tale of foliage and flora to bring a feeling of abundance and celebration to the home this Christmas

- Alyce Taylor

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SUPER NATURAL

This hedgerow-foraged creation that sees larch twigs paired with velvet ribbon shows that wreaths aren’t just for front doors. Let them adopt the spot of a mirror or artwork during the festive period.

Antique Italian chest of drawers, £3,850, Maison Artefact. Paradox vases, from £168 each, Jonathan Adler. Maple leaf dish, £60, Oka. Ribbon, £10.95m, VV Rouleaux. Dried Hedgerow wreath, from £150, Studio MIM

HEAVEN SCENT

Mix rosemary with winter foliage, along with dried oranges and cinnamon sticks, to make a relaxed tabletop garland that is a feast for the senses.

Candlesticks (from left): Skultuna Richard Hutten candlesticks, £96 each, Ferm Living. Balance candleholder, £29, Nkuku. Mbata candlestick, £29.95; Icicle candlestick, £28; Aerin Evelina candleholders, £175 for two, all available at Amara. Candles, from £4.50, No64 Biscuit House. Floral garland, price on request, Studio MIM

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