Dream Christmas 2013-11

147 Pages·2013·20.981 MB·English

by  Giles Kime

Dream
INSPIRED
IDEAS FROM
CHRISTMAS
ENTERTAINING
MADE SIMPLE
70 pages of mouthwatering recipes

FESTIVE DECORATING
FOR EVERY ROOM
Stylish shopping
PLATES, GLASSES
& ACCESSORIES
At home with...
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TRICIA GUILD
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Decorating Recipes Designers CHRISTINA STRUTT
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WILLIAM YEOWARD
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JASPER CONRAN
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CHRISTMAS
EDITOR Giles Kime
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RESEARCHER Sarah Robinson
ART DIRECTOR Erika Short
ART EDITOR Paula Jardine
DESIGNER Dani Golfieri
SUB-EDITORS
Dawn Chapman, Andrea Johnson
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MANAGER
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ART PRODUCTION
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Welcome
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MANAGING DIRECTOR The preparations for Christmas can be as DREAM CHRISTMAS
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C O N T E N T S
SHOPPING
7 STYLISH DECORATIONS
Stuck for inspiration? We hunt down the four key looks
for Christmas decorations, ranging from woolly trees
to feathered friends.
136 ENTERTAINING ESSENTIALS
Everything you need from wine glasses, champagne flutes
and water jugs to platters, tureens and casseroles.
146 HOME FROM HOME…
Combine Christmas shopping with a chic London break.
DECORATING
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14 WELCOMING FRONT DOORS
Simple ways to make a fabulous first impression with
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wreaths and garlands. Plus insider tips from London florist
John Carter on creating looks that will make a statement.
18 STRIKING HALLWAYS
Arrangements of flowers, scented candles, storm lanterns
and decorations will set the tone for the rest of the house.
Plus ideas from florist Nikki Tibbles.
22 FESTIVE LIVING ROOMS
Decorating a mantelpiece with an eye-catching display
creates a focus for the room. Plus designer Polly Dickens’ tips.
28 DREAM DINING ROOMS
Tables that offer a sense of occasion. Plus advice from
interior designer Nina Campbell.

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ENTERTAINING
34 TIPS FROM THE TEAM
Advice from the Homes & Gardens editorial team.
44 FOOD FOR PARTIES
I deas for tempting fare, from roasted scallops
to delicious mini quiches.
68 IRRESISTIBLE STARTERS
Whether your taste is for seafood, soup or vegetarian,
there is something for everyone in our selection.
90 MAIN ATTRACTIONS
From roast beef and turkey to meat-free alternatives,

we suggest mouthwatering dishes that will impress.
112 INDULGENT DESSERTS
B ring your celebrations to a satisfying conclusion with
our chocolate and fruit-based recipes.
DESIGNER TABLES
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38 WILLIAM YEOWARD
At his converted schoolhouse in Gloucestershire, the
designer presents a breathtaking setting with crystal,
candlelight and simple flower arrangements.
60 TRICIA GUILD
The founder of Designers Guild has dreamed up a vibrant
look that relies on striking colour combinations and an
impressive eye for detail to achieve stunning results.
84 JASPER CONRAN
The fashion designer and creative force behind The Conran
Shop has masterminded a crisp, contemporary feel that
would make a glamorous setting for a feast.
106 CHRISTINA STRUTT
At her beautiful country home near Bath, the designer
behind Cabbages & Roses has set a table that offers
the perfect place to start Christmas Day.
BE CREATIVE
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DRINKS
The Home & Lifestyle Collection
also includes a special publication
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for those who love making their
From easy-to-make cocktails to warming punches, we
own gifts and decorations. From
IPC Media, the publisher of suggest ideas that will make any gathering go with a swing.
Ideal Home, Homes & Gardens 134 WINE BUYING GUIDE
and Livingetc, 50+ Christmas Expert Charles Metcalfe shares his tips for reds,
Crafts is packed with simple, whites, fizzes and dessert wines for relaxed suppers
achievable makes that will add and lunches, as well as formal dinners and parties.
a personal touch to the festive
season. Look out for it at
newsagents nationwide or STOCKISTS
download it to your tablet,
from 28 November. 147 WHERE TO BUY
How to find the items you love in this magazine.

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BEHIND THE SCENES | contributors
O U R D R E A M T E A M
The designers and experts who have contributed to this magazine

JASPER CONRAN TRICIA GUILD CHRISTINA STRUTT
The fashion designer and creative force Who better to dream up ideas for The founder of fashion and interiors brand
behind The Conran Shop creates a chic a colourful Christmas table than the Cabbages & Roses sets a beautiful
contemporary dining room on page 84. founder of Designers Guild? See page 60. festive table on page 106.
WILLIAM YEOWARD NIKKI TIBBLES POLLY DICKENS
The designer who made his name with his On page 21, the inspired London florist Habitat’s design guru comes up
stunning collections of crystal unveils his reveals how to give your hall a smart with inventive tips for transforming
breathtaking table setting on page 38. but simple makeover. a living room on page 27.
JOHN CARTER NINA CAMPBELL CHARLES METCALFE
Stuck for fresh ideas for a well-dressed On page 33, the renowned designer The wine expert suggests reds, whites
front door? The florist to the stars gives expert advice on devising the and fizzes for seasonal lunches,
shares his secrets on page 17. perfect table for a celebration. suppers and parties on page 134.

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All the
trimmings
This year there is a vast array of
designs, styles and colours to
choose from. We hunted down the
smart, the cute and the fanciful
Cardboard leaf wreath,
diam53cm, £35, The
Original Pop Up Shop.

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RIGHT LINES
Clean angles give decorations
a crisp and contemporary look
1. Gold tree candle, £8, 6. Paper lantern lights, L5m,
Marks & Spencer. £45 for 12 LED indoor lights,
2. Red origami snowflake The Original Pop Up Shop.
tree topper, £10, House 7. Braided Star, £6 for two
at John Lewis. (one red and one white),
3. Diamond bauble in John Lewis.
gold or black, £15 for 8. Luxury handmade card,
three, Rockett St George. £2.75, Caroline Gardner.
4. Faceted glass gem, 9. Red and gold bauble candle,

£12, Paperchase. £5.99 for six, Lakeland.
5. Honeycomb tree 10. Gold geometric bauble,
decoration, £5 for six £4.50, Rockett St George.
(three red and three white), 11. La Sorpresa crackers,
Marks & Spencer. £12.95 for six, Carluccio’s.
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A CUT ABOVE
Silhouettes mix modern design
with an individual handmade feel
1. Paper tree ornament, 6. Paper-cut house tea-light
H25cm, £6.95, Muji. candle, from a selection,
2. Wooden reindeer wreath, Helen Musselwhite.
H30xW25cm, £16.95, Liberty. 7. Battery tea lights, £12 for
3. Reindeer tea-light holder, six, The White Company.
£6.99, Lakeland. 8. Paper bag lanterns, £2.75
4. Papercraft Christmas each, Not On The High Street.
in the Country Robin Kit, 9. Merry-go-round pop-up
£12.95, John Lewis. card, £4.95, Muji.
5. Laser-cut stars in 10. Tartan reindeer stocking,
green and blue, £18.95, Liberty.
£2 each, John Lewis. WHERE TO BUY PAGE 147 9 10

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Arran wool-wrapped tree,
H55cm, £25; decorations,
from a selection; all Habitat.

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