![]() ![]() One that stands out is a tradition my father started. It would be the biggest argument of the year between my sister and I, who gets to place the star. I think anything goes on top of the tree but I’m more of a star guy myself, always have been. Like a box of Quality Streets, a real mixed bag from all out to traditional, to far out fabulous.Ī big breakfast with our chosen family, a long lazy morning and a big farm feast in the afternoon, finished with cheese and whisky. Out of the three of you is anyone a Grinch or do you all love Christmas? It’s like a proper family road trip, lots of giggles, singing, eating sticky food and asking our mum Anna, are we there yet?! People used remnant wallpaper and fabric for decorations and foraged for lots of their greenery. They just popped the cushion inside the jumper and pinned the arms back. I picked up so many fun ideas that don’t cost the earth on SCHOTY this year like reusing old Christmas jumpers as cushion covers. I love a traditional, old fashioned look, with a real tree and foliage, bursting with vintage ornaments and large bows. Thankfully, living on the Isle of Mull, we are spoiled for choice with seafood. Banjo Beale - Judge and Interior DesignerĬoming from Australia I like to keep the cold Christmas lunch tradition alive with our table bursting with seafood and salad. I have one strand of tinsel that I wrap around my old chopper bike that sits in my hall for a little 70s moment. I have always put a star on the tree, this year it's a homemade marbled paper one.Īnd finally. So excited to be celebrating the joining of two families at Christmas.Īre you a fairy on top of the tree or a shining star? My eldest son Frank is getting married in the spring and my future daughter in law's family are coming over, we will set up long folding tables down the hall for a veggie pot luck feast, she has created a spreadsheet so we all know who is bringing what. What are your plans for Christmas Day this year? I have a bauble of my cat, complete with realistic bum! We have the full spectrum, quite literally! From nature inspired, to rainbows to explosions of bling.ĭo you have a favourite Christmas decoration in your home you can tell us about? How would you describe the homes on offer in this year’s SCHOTY? ![]() ![]() We all love the idea of a wonderful Christmas but we also know some years can be more wonderful than others - that's life! Out of the three of you, is anyone a Grinch or do you all love Christmas? Playing dress up in the car with our Secret Santa gifts was a hoot…although it did require a bit of contortionism! Christmas should not be harmful to the planet.Īny memorable moments from your SCHOTY travels this year? (We hear the car journeys are great fun!) Some amazing home-made and upcycled ideas I will definitely be stealing for next year. I don't worry too much about things matching, just getting the feeling right.ĭid you get any festive design inspiration from the SCHOTY homes you visited this year? This year I've made paper chains from old wallpaper samples. I love a real tree (sourced sustainably in Scotland) and that's the main focus in the living room. I always 'shop' my boxes of Christmas decorations to create a slightly different look each year. How would you describe your Christmas home style? Huevos rancheros for breakfast, dressing up in second hand sequins, drinking fizz while listening to the Elvis Christmas album and chatting before a late, and leisurely, lunch. What Christmas traditions are a must in your home? ![]()
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