Perfect a kitsch-mas to remember

Tis the season to be jolly and/or merry and bright but that doesn’t mean you have to be ultra-traditional...you can be kitsch and contemporary instead.

Here are our ideas for a cheerful yet modern take on your festive decorations this year:

• For the kitsch element throw in a few decs that are designed to make you smile such as a snow globe.
• Rather than having your usual traditional decorations, decorate your tree with ribbons and folky ones.
• Take an eclectic mix of objects in vibrant shades and various shapes, and make sure they complement each other colour wise. Or have matching accent colours.
• Display your items in a relaxed style on a mantelpiece, book case or sideboard or use them to create your Christmas Day dinner table-centre.
• Displaying decorations in glass bowls or large glass vases can be very eye-catching and attractive too
• Bring some homespun charm into the mix with hand appliquéd stockings and Santa sacks.