Forget the traditional holly wreath- there’s much more fun to be had when it comes to decorating yours!  Why not have a go at making your own?  Personalised decor will mean more to you and your family and bring back fond memories year after year.

Made using recycled cards.  Via Good Housekeeping

You can buy a basic wreath base at any good craft store or begin by shaping some sturdy wire.

Learn how to make this pretty wreath at Living Artfully

Unsure of what to do with all of those corks after celebrating?  Cork wreath, via Good Housekeeping.

Three’s definitely not a crowd on this door!  Via Martha Stewart

This all-white wreath looks very striking against a strong-coloured background.  Via Good Housekeeping.

Who said wreaths must be round or even that they need to be displayed on the front door?  Star wreath via Martha Stewart.

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to all of our followers and customers, from everyone at Coco Målé!  We hope you have a lovely time, full of festive cheer.

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If you’ve yet to get into the festive mood, these snowmen snacks are sure to help you along the way!  They are simple and quick to prepare, leaving you with more time to enjoy with the family.  After all, who wants to be stuck in the kitchen all Christmas?

Great for both children and adults alike!  

Sandwich snowman

Snowman cake

Marzipan snowmen

Via Good Housekeeping

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I feel a bit swamped with all of the Christmas decorations we have collected over the years and I’m starting to come round to the idea that less is more.  Anyone else feeling the same?!

The use of fewer decorations can make a big impact and still have the ‘wow’ factor; remember quality not quantity!  Pack away some of your everyday ornaments over the festive season to make way for your Christmas decorations, it’s well worth the trouble.  We’ve packed some of ours away and the house definitely looks less cluttered!

above: who said baubles have to be on the tree?  Get the most out of those beautiful colours by grouping them together to make a lovely hanging decoration.  Consider filling a clear glass vase with baubles too, for a pretty table centrepiece.

above: another gorgeous wreath like the one featured in my previous blog; I just can’t get enough of the stunning blue door!!

above: these fabulous autumn leaves make a refreshing change and really stand out against the white background

with thanks to Living Etc and channel4.com

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It’s exactly one week until Christmas everyone!  I’m sure most of you will have your pretty decorations up already but in case you still have an empty corner, I’ve selected some fabulous ideas to inspire you. 

I’m really looking forward to spending some quality time with my family this Christmas; it’s been a particularly busy and stressfull year and it will be nice to just relax…

with thanks to House Beautiful and Country Living magazines

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