DESIGN DISCOVERIES Set the scene with seasonal homeware to delight and entertain.

DESIGN DISCOVERIES

Set the scene for the festivies with our pick of home buys to delight and entertain

MURANO GLASSWARE

These delicate glasses handmade in Murano, Italy, marry playful colour with graceful form, made all the more delightful when offset by playful decorations for adding character to festive celebrations. Murano glassware, from £400 for a set of six; baubles, from £27.50 for a set of two, all Petersham Nurseries

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Inspired by the elegant shapes of London’s classic Georgian architecture and lit up from within by warm white LEDs, this clever advent calendar houses secret compartments to hide goodies in, alongside two number tag hooks to count down the days to Christmas. Townhouse wooden advent calendar, £39.99, lights4fun

FESTIVE ANTICIPATION

Preparing for the arrival of Father Christmas is an important part of proceedings ahead of the big day – create a sense of ritual and be sure all needs are catered for with Emma Bridgewater’s charming Christmas designs. Christmas collection (including present sack) from £14.95 for a small mug, all Emma Bridgewater

FESTIVE DRAMA

Perfect for the winter months, the deep burnt hue of Annie Sloan’s much-loved shade of Primer Red is now available as a wall paint – combine with cohesive tones to create an inviting feel for Christmas and beyond. Wall Paint in Primer Red, £49.95 for 2.5l, Annie Sloan 

SEASONAL SPREAD

Nothing says festive feast like laying out an elegant spread – savour the event in all senses of the word by opting for refined forms to make food and wine deliciously appealing. Red wine glasses, £65 for a set of four; bowl from Serve Arch Trio Bowl Set & Oak Base (not shown), £65; Serve Arch Dome & Oak Base, £65; red wine goblet, £80 for a set of four; wine carafe, £38, all LSA International

ARTISANAL IDEAS

Drawing inspiration from folk history through to Arts and Crafts, the aptly named Wanderings collection from Birdie Fortescue lends a handmade touch to the home – we love these delicate bauble designs and sage green and rich red hues. Suzani throw, from £700; Catifea pleated velvet cushion, £55; block-printed Bel cushion, £65; hand-painted Papier-Mâché Christmas baubles, from £40 for a set of six, all Birdie Fortescue

CREATIVE CERAMICS

Created in collaboration with British fine bone china specialist Xavier China, The Kelling Collection from interior designer Emma Deterding’s homeware brand is finished with a hand-painted, rolled edge to seal in each of the six hues within the range. Dinner plate in Teal, £40; soup bowl in Teal, £36, all KDLoves x Xavier China

VINTAGE CHARM

Created from this year’s new Brocante collection fabrics inspired by the treasure troves of France’s flea markets, these made-to-order stockings from textile artist Sarah Hardaker lend a vintage feel to the night before Christmas. Stockings in Arlette Faded Red and Camille Red & Olive, £40 each, Sarah Hardaker

REAL-LOOK WREATH

Bring the look of the outdoors in and add a delicate touch to festive interiors with a stylish combination of faux spruce, leaves and deep purple berries, all offset by a gentle dusting of fake snow on a real twig base. Large Nordic Wreath, £70, Nordic House

CHRISTMAS HEIRLOOM

Designed to be loved and used for many a Christmas to come, the offerings from Edinburgh-based family outfit The Tartan Blanket Company are made from sustainable wool to traditional Scottish patterns, and crafted in partnership with socially responsible mills in India and Inner Mongolia. Lambswool blanket in Olive Heritage Check, £125, The Tartan Blanket Company

A GIFT FOR FIDO

Specialist dog bed company Charley Chau is so dedicated to the needs of (wo)man’s best friend that all six sides of this Cosmo fabriccovered design are filled with humanely sourced duck feather – fully removable and machine-washable, they make for a dream present that is both stylish and practical. Ducky donut dog bed, China Gray, £195; Faux Fur blanket, Polar Bear, £75, both Charley Chau ■

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