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    MERRY AND BRIGHT

    Oct 28, 2021 12 minutes
    Designer: ANNA ALICIA Styling: LISA JONES Photography: ADAM GASSON

    DOORSTOP

    Whether you’re back and forth from the kitchen, or someone wants to ride their new bike from room to room, a doorstop is especially useful at a busy time like Christmas! Put a festive twist on a home essential with this present-shaped design – wrap yours in a shiny ribbon to add a bit of shimmer!

    BOW CUSHION

    If you’re a fan of a decorative cushion, this bow-shaped design will be high on your must-make list! This is perfect for adding a festive touch to a chair or bed, and would also make a lovely gift made up in a special someone’s favourite colours and prints.

    STOCKING

    Hanging a stocking is always such an exciting part of Christmas for little ones, and a handmade version makes it all the more special. Dashwood Studio’s stocking panels work really well for this, or get creative with mixing and matching fabrics and patterns.

    SCENTED TREE DECORATIONS

    Hang these winter spice-filled decorations on your tree, door handles or mantlepiece for a subtle but unmistakable Christmas scent. If you’re feeling extra crafty you could even make your own spice mix using the smells that mean ‘Christmas’ to you.

    STAR WREATH

    Swap your traditional Christmas wreath for a fun and contemporary star decoration you can bring out year after year. Mix and match fabrics and sizes to suit your home decor; this would look beautiful with mini fairy lights woven around the star shapes.

    ADVENT CALENDAR

    If you make your own advent calendar, the options of what to fill it with are endless! Write a sweet note for each pocket; use the countdown to build up to a big surprise with clues every day; or go for the classic option and pack it with their favourite sweet treats!

    ADVENT CALENDAR

    YOU WILL NEED

    ■ Dashwood Studio Forest Friends calendar panel

    ■ Quilting cotton for backing: 75x60cm

    ■ Quilting cotton for lining the pockets: 75x60cm

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