Not Just For Christmas...
Living with the Seasons: Preparing Your Home for Christmas
As Christmas approaches, many of us find ourselves immersed in the therapeutic ritual of readying our homes for the festive season.
Much like preparing a garden for the warmth of summer, getting your house ready for Christmas is both motivating and gratifying.
It’s about setting the scene for a peaceful winter, where the dark, cold days are illuminated by the joy of togetherness and the warmth of a well-prepared home.
Shelves and Mantelpieces: Foundations for Festivity
Installing shelves or a mantelpiece can transform a room, providing not only a practical solution for displaying festive ornaments and family photos but also creating a focal point that brings a sense of completion and warmth to your space. These additions are not just for Christmas; they become year-round features that evolve with the seasons, allowing you to celebrate each one with its unique decor.
Floating Oak Shelf
Our floating shelves lend themselves perfectly as a mantel piece. Some people engrave the house name or a favourite quote, but the majority simply want a beautiful and solid piece of oak to display a few choice items. It is useful to keep a large box of matches there, but it is also the perfect spot for a photo frame of your favourite people. The mantelpiece is often the finishing touch for a room.
We select the most beautiful piece of oak based on your preferences. Some like a mantelpiece to be 'perfect', others are looking for a bit more character. If you want something chunkier than what you see on our website we can source that too. We have even embedded strong magnets underneath some of the mantel pieces we have made so that you can easily hang some Christmas stockings or other decorations underneath.
Santa WILL be impressed!
Shelves, big or small can transform a room. It is a practical solution to adding personality to your interior. Utilise some 'dead' space behind a door or in a little nook to make room for your shell collection, cookery books or your hats. There is no end to what you can use a shelf for.
Storage Solutions: Welcoming Winter Weather
As the weather turns, a better storage system for coats, boots, and wellies becomes essential. A well-organized entrance can make a significant difference, reducing clutter and creating a welcoming environment for guests. Consider bespoke peg racks that offer both functionality and a touch of personal style, making this preparation a lasting investment in your home’s comfort.
Peg Rail
Having enough hanging space is essential for keeping your space tidy. Our solid oak peg rails are perfect for this, having plenty of space to hang your things on a beautiful, timeless wooden rail.
Our rails can be personalised to contain any message you like. This ...
Welly Rack
For inside or outside use, no home should be without its very own personalised oak boot rack!
Available with space for four (all adult, or two adult and two child size), six or twelve pairs of wellies.
The rack keeps dirty wellies tidy and away from clean ...
Personal Touches: Walls and Table Settings
Adorning your walls with family photos adds a personal touch that resonates throughout the year. These moments captured in time serve as reminders of love and togetherness, not just during the holiday season but every day. Similarly, carefully curated cake boards and table settings elevate Christmas gatherings, providing a backdrop for memorable celebrations.
Frames - Collage / Collection
Brought back by popular demand!
Transform your living space with our exquisite Oak Collage of Frames, a stunning ensemble that allows you to display your cherished memories with sophistication and style. Each frame in this seven-piece set is cra...
Occasion Photo Frame
Treasured Moments with Loved Ones
The Occasion Photo Frame is designed to help you preserve and share the special moments spent with family and friends. Whether it's a family gathering, a celebration with friends, or a key milestone,...
Revolving Board
You know how it is... You have prepared all the food and gathered the loved ones and finally you are sitting down by the table, only to find that its difficult for everybody to reach all the treats.
Ideally you would like the conversation to revolve around (hee he...
Kitchen Harmony: Jars and Organisational Bliss
Finally, utilizing jars for tidying up kitchen spaces streamlines cooking and baking activities, making the festive feast preparations a joyous experience rather than a chore. This organizational strategy not only enhances efficiency but also brings a sense of calm and order, which is welcome during the often hectic holiday season.
Jar - Standard or Personalised
Jars are very useful and over the years we have developed our own slogan about them:
"A Jar for Everyone & Everything in a Jar!"
As you can see from our many many examples, we think you can simply put anything into a jar.
Our jars are pa...
Carving Board
Our beautiful solid oak carving board becomes a centrepiece of your family lunches. It is perfectly designed with grooves and a well in the corner to collect excess meat juices. We even put in a little ‘spout’ to make it easy to pour the juices into your gravy. No wonder BB...
A Continuation of Seasonal Living
Ultimately, preparing your home for Christmas is about embracing the concept of living with the seasons. It’s about making improvements that foster comfort and joy throughout the year, creating a home that adapts and thrives as the world outside changes. It reflects a lifestyle that values the subtle shifts in our environment, ensuring that every season is met with a home that feels both new and inviting.
By viewing these preparations as more than just holiday tasks, we create spaces that are not only ready for Christmas but are always ready to enrich our lives with beauty, functionality, and tradition.