Britain's leading interior designer shares her top tips for Christmas decorating. In the festive spirit? See our handpicked Christmas gifts and decorations.
1. Wrap fairy lights around old urns or statues for a subtle but effective look.
2. Always use seasonal flowers to incorporate organic textures into your table settings.
3. Scented candles will give your table the relaxing atmosphere it needs at Christmas time.
4. Give holly and berries a modern twist – paint them white and mix with silver baubles.
5. The more lighting you have, the more choices you have to create mood in rooms.
6. Use big, chunky napkin rings on simple linen napkins for an eye–catching effect.
7. Edit down the items you wish to display and store the rest away.
8. Use accessories that reflect the season like colourful cushions or crystals.
9. Try and look at your display with a fresh eye. There are often improvements to be made.
10. Homes are not for show, they are for letting your hair down in and really enjoying.
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