Over the Christmas holidays, our usual routines and habits can be disrupted, leaving us feeling unsettled and not particularly jolly! Self-care …
Mindful Christmas tips
Christmas can be a hectic and stressful time of year, even in normal circumstances. Bringing some mindfulness into your life in the run up to the festive season can help you to reflect and feel calmer. Check out some of our Christmas features, recipes and craft ideas to find mindful inspiration this year.

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When you’re stressed out by shopping, wrung out from wrapping and completely carolled out, taking the time to be creative is probably quite far down …
Think of Christmas and what springs to mind? An idyllic scene of the family gathered around a beautifully decorated tree, opening gorgeously wrapped …
A walk in the woods can provide nearly everything you need for your wreath. Your local florist can help with the rest! You Will Need Wire wreath …
Advent calendars have become a popular part of the seasonal build-up for children and grown-ups alike, the doors hiding everything from chocolate to …
Making your own homemade gifts for family and friends can be more meaningful than simply giving them soaps or a box of chocolates. It’s also a more …
You can, of course, buy cranberry juice everywhere, but this has a much more intense flavour and a vivid scarlet colour that will make you feel …
For many of us, a blustery Christmas walk is a much-loved family tradition. Especially on Boxing Day! Wrap up warm and enjoy one of these scenic walks …
Christmas can be a hectic time for a lot of us, but there are plenty of things that you can do to take the pressure off. Calm Christmas author Beth …
On 13 December, when the darkness of the year is growing ever longer, the Lucia Day celebration of light is most welcome. Cities and towns throughout …
Give your gifts the perfect finishing touch with our calligraphy gift tags and stickers, as well as some top tips for present preparation that will …
In the darkest time of the year, a festive feast can really make you feel better. But why? We put our questions to Good Mood Food author Charlotte …
These beautiful paint-dipped pinecones add natural style to your festive decorations. Roll them in white acrylic paint for a stunning frosty …
These herb napkin rings are an easy way to add a natural flourish to your Christmas table settings. You Will Need Floristry wire, Cut it to twice the …
These delicate white hanging stars are easy to make in bulk, and they look beautiful clustered together in a window or hanging on the wall over a …
Try these delicious vegan recipes this Christmas! Bo Porterfield of Bo’s Kitchen has shared some of her favourite Christmas recipes with us, …
You Will Need Pears (1 per person) • Edible gold leaf sheets • Water • Paintbrush • Gift tags • Twine or cord Step 1 Use a paintbrush to dampen each pear with water, …
For a darker pink colour, leave the napkins in the unheated dye bath overnight. Avocados are great for natural dyeing as they contain their own …
Whether you plan to stop eating sugar, run a marathon or save money, how many times have you made New Year’s resolutions and found that a couple of …
Don’t be put off by the word ‘ritual’, it’s just a means of focusing your mind and intentions. Sisters Katia Narain Phillips and Nadia Narain, authors …
Materials and tools Pencil • Hand-Printed Fika Mugs template • Plain white paper • Scissors • Masking tape or painter’s tape • Plain white porcelain mugs • Fine-tipped …
Wreaths aren’t just for Christmas – you can use these steps to make your own non-Christmas winter wreaths to keep on your front door into the new …
For a long time this has been my go-to for a New Year’s Day brunch. Given the probable lateness of the night before, you might not feel like juicing …