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RUSTIC CHIC From carved wooden hearts to roughhewn wreaths, from hand-painted animal cut-outs and greeting cards to natural living garlands, the rustic look has never been so widespread or so popular with a multitude of goodies to be found up and down the high street this year. There is just so much to choose from. Inspired by traditional, outdoorsy motifs and crafts of old, the homespun look is one that will add heart to your home. Tartan accessories – think rugs, cushions and even crockery, as seen at Johnstons of Elgin (01343 554 040, www. johnstonscashmere.com) – add warmth and texture and bring a seasonal Scottish feel to the home. Traditional style decorations, made in tin, felt and wood, lend a native folk quality, inspired by a Nordic sensibility. Source yours at Sainsbury’s and Habitat and check out homeware shop Swanky Maison, which champions the best of British design, for an eclectic mix of rustic gems (www.swankymaison.com). “At Swanky Maison we love the charm of the rustic chic Christmas style,” says Emma Sharman, director. “Our range of British designers mix fabrics, such as felt and linen, for simplistic yet striking homespun designs.” For a sophisticated take on the Nordic theme, check out Nina’s House, a justopened concept store on King’s Road in Chelsea, London (020 7751 5827, www. ninashouse.com). Founded by interior designer Nina Bigbie, it is a one-stop shop for unusual crafted items, all sourced and edited by Nina herself.
Tartan accessories – think rugs, cushions and even crockery – add warmth and texture
TABLE TOPICS The Rufus range for Christmas includes pine cone candles, wooden doves and rustic tableware. From £2, Habitat (0844 499 1111; www.habitat.co.uk)
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NORDIC FOLK Rustic accessories at Sainsbury’s are inspired by a homespun, crafted look. From £3, Sainsbury’s (www.sainsburys.co.uk)
SEASON'S GREETINGS Luxury partridge and pear crackers are handmade in Dorset and have a quirky British sensibility. £55 for a box of six, Thornback & Peel (0207 242 7478; www.thornbackandpeel.co.uk)
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