Christmas is one of the best times of the year for crafting, making the latest edition of Mindful Crafting perfect for the season ahead. Whether you like to create gifts, decorations, or just to get into the festive spirit, there is plenty to be inspired by! Use our tutorials to boost the build up to the big day with advent calendars and Christmas Eve bags, find interesting ways to decorate the house, or level up your table settings.
There are also some excellent ideas to help you enjoy the festive season more sustainably through craft, as well as some interesting features that I think you’ll love. Turn to page 46 to discover how the lost dress of Elizabeth I became the inspiration for The Royal School of Needlework’s Christmas embroidery… it’s utterly beautiful.
Christmas is also a wonderful time for reflection, which is what Rosie Horsley has placed emphasis on in her bullet journal this month. Before the new year approaches and it becomes time to plan ahead and set goals and intentions, it’s wise to consider what has happened during the previous year and find gratitude. Whether you like to keep a journal or not, I highly recommend setting aside some time for reflection to celebrate your personal wins this year, no matter how big or small.
As we all know, Christmas can also be a time of high stress. Some of us become overwhelmed trying to create the perfect day, buy the best presents, or cook a fantastic dinner. If you feel like the impending festivities are becoming too much in your mind, we’ve got some great ideas to help you beat the blues.
So grab a cup of something warm and delicious, light your favourite scented candle, get cosy and flick through this fabulously festive edition for some fantastic inspiration for your next Christmas craft!
