Reads about decorating for winter
Creating a seasonal environment at home can lift one’s mood during the holidays and beyond. From making festive decorations to brewing a cup of tea, there are many ways to celebrate the winter months. The following reads can help homeowners bring the spirit of the season into any home.
‘Beautiful Winter’ By Edle Catharina Norman
Nature lovers can embrace the unique elements of cold-weather months with this book, which presents a wide variety of holiday crafts, such as creating wreaths and garlands that use items such as juniper, twigs, pine cones and seasonal flowers.
‘Decorating for the Holidays’ By Martha Stewart
From the front door to the dining-room table, this read reveals how to add some seasonal joy to any room of the house and includes projects such as sewing stockings, baking gingerbread ornaments and creating Yuletime scenes.
‘The Gift of Gathering’ By Bre Doucette
A well-appointed table is often the centerpiece of holiday gatherings, and this book provides guidelines for table-setting in all seasons, including winter themes ranging from rustic to elegant that include Christmas and New Year’s.
‘Have Yourself a Minimalist Christmas’ By Meg Nordmann
Holidays do not have to be marked by shopping sprees, and this book helps readers get the most out of Christmas using minimalist principles, such as simplifying decor, removing clutter from entertaining spaces and making space in a home for new gifts.
‘Making Winter: A Hygge-Inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months’ By Emma Mitchell
Readers who wish to chase away the winter blues by creating an atmosphere of coziness that the Danish call hygge can indulge in this read, which provides 25 crafts and recipes ranging from woodland wreaths and paper crafts to baked goods and bird snacks.
‘Selina Lake Winter Living’ By Selina Lake
Romantic vintage flair is the starting point for seasonal decorations in this guide, which provides inspiration for various decor schemes, including tips about using white in winter color palettes, setting a mood for celebrations and more.
‘Winter House’ By Charlotte Moss
Offering an in-depth look at how to create a homey atmosphere during chilly months, this guide explains how to create a feeling of warmth and welcome, providing room-by-room tips to design spaces that can accommodate company or private reflection.