It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. And Christmas these days is the season for coveting, envy and desire. We’re inundated with images of the “perfect” holiday season. The twinkling outdoor lights, and the perfectly decorated 10 foot tree. The festive cushions, and the perfectly displayed tablescape. It’s easy to fall for the magic of the holiday season, to step into the fantasy of being able to buy the perfect Christmas. Whereas once…
Our Christmas in Virginia
I hope you all had the most wonderful Christmas and that this festive season has been filled with joy and happiness. Mine was spent with Matt and the children, and for the first time in my life, I didn’t spend Christmas Day with my parents and brothers. Having grown up in a big family, which is even larger now with my sister-in-laws and five nieces and nephews (there’s 16 of…
A Magical Christmas
Just two nights until Christmas! December seems to have flown by and now the most magical day of the year is almost upon us. It’s always been my favourite part of the year. My birthday on the 3rd December always signals the start of festivities as it’s become a tradition to put up the tree in the evening. Each year, Matt and I open a bottle of champagne, press play…
Life Lately
A little note to say I hope you all had a merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. It was a magical time for our family – last year when we celebrated Henry’s 1st Christmas, it was all a bit of a newborn blur, but now, at 14 months old, it was a joy to see Henry participate in the magic of Christmas. Taking us by the hand and leading us…
Baby’s First Christmas
Although it now seems like a distant memory, I couldn’t miss the opportunity to document Henry’s first Christmas here on my blog. During my childhood, the festive period was the most magical and enchanting time, so now that Matt and I have a little one, we thought it would be a good time to start some of our own Christmas traditions. Last Christmas we bought a beautiful white dove tree…
Christmas 2012
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and a lovely New Year. This Christmas seems to have crept up on Matt and I. As we’ve been going through such a difficult time, Christmas present shopping took a back seat and we had to tackle it all on one day just one week before Christmas day. Matt and I both have large families, so with other halves and children included, plus…
DIY Christmas Decorations
I love adorning our Christmas tree with special trinkets and baubles, so this year I thought it would be fun to add a touch of DIY to the decorations. I bought 10 wooden tags in the shape of a present from eBay for just £3.95, after deliberating over the snowmen, star and angel shapes which were also available. I thought about painting them, but decided on a bit of sparkle with glitter…
Christmas at Chatsworth House
Last week Matt and I spent a few days in the Peak District. First on our list was visiting Bakewell, followed by a trip to Chatsworth House. After becoming late fans of Downton Abbey, it was lovely to see a grand house reminiscent of the one made famous by the TV series and take a stroll around the grounds. Unfortunately it was a bitterly cold day with howling winds, so we…
Winter Essentials
1. As soon as the weather turns cooler, I swap my favourite Vivienne Westwood pumps for some boots. I’ve just found out about Rockport shoes and love these chic boots from their Winter range. 2. Winter calls for comforting candles and soothing scents. I’m enjoying Pumpkin Pie, Sugared Apple and Christmas Cookie this year. 3. A fur stole keeps chills at bay and adds a touch of glamour to any outfit….
Christmas Gifts 2011
Finchley Filofax, Ray Bans, Topshop Leather Purse, Melissa + Jason Wu Pumps, Topshop Pyjamas, MacBook Case, iPhone 4s Cover, Topshop Blazer, Topshop Fur Stole, Fortnum & Mason Classic Christmas Hamper I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. This year was the first time in my life where I spent Christmas away from my family so it felt a little strange not waking with them on Christmas morning. I was blessed with lots of lovely presents…
DIY Christmas Stockings & Sack
When I spotted these lovely Christmas stockings and sack on Not On The High Street, I wanted them desperately. I loved the rustic fabric which was in keeping with our shabby chic home and the addition of the cranberry polka dot fabric was the perfect touch of tradition. The downside was the price. With the stockings and sack costing £28 each I knew I wouldn’t be happy spending close to…
Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree…
Christmas is my absolute favourite time of year. Everything is so magical and I get caught up in the excitement as if I was a child again. Although Matt and I have now lived together for three and a half years, this year will be the first where our house is fully decorated and ready for Christmas! My parents house is always beautifully decorated by my mum during the festive season so…
