FESTIVE TRIMMINGS
Go with the fresh visual impact of a living wreath, which has year-round charm. In the book Living Wreaths, floral designer Natalie Bernhisel Robinson gives step-by-step instructions to create your own. Munro’s Books, $25
DECK THE HALLS
Look to Christmases past for decorating inspiration. These vintage-style ornaments from Enesco’s Christmas 56 line have been recreated from original designs and perfectly capture the whimsy of the 1950s. Capital Iron, $13-$25
HONEY CRANBERRY SAUCE
(Makes 2 1/2 cups)
• Two 12 oz bags of fresh cranberries (about 3 1/4 cups)
• 1 cup honey
• 2 medium cinnamon sticks
• Zest of 2 large oranges
• 2 cups water
Combine ingredients in a pot and cover; cook over medium heat for 30 to 45 minutes. Once most of the liquid is evaporated, simmer to thicken but don’t let all of the liquid evaporate or the berries will burn. Stir frequently. Remove from stove; allow to cool. Refrigerate in an airtight container. Sauce will keep for about a week.
WINTERSCAPES
If you’re like me and love to change up the art on your walls with the seasons, consider a tranquil snowy scene by Victoria-based artist Deb Garlick. The artist looks to “make the complex simple and create a restful place where everything is still for just a moment.” debgarlick.com
(Lost in Thought; acrylic on canvas; 30×36)
SPARKLE & SHINE
Don’t shy away from shimmer! Glittering and gold accents, like this stylish Ariana crystal clutch, are a fun way to add a stylish flair — anytime of year. BCBGMAXAZRIA, $228