Christmas is meant to be the season of goodwill to all, but sometimes we forget to be good to ourselves (and our wallets) in the process. The costs of the festive season can really mount up, with all the component parts combining to create a lot of pressure. Gifts to…

Christmas is the perfect time to indulge with a bit of nostalgia. Here at Cosy Home, we’re pushing back against sleek minimalism and modern design with some old-fashioned fairytale Christmas décor. This is all about the magic of childhood wonder and handmade charm – think The Nutcracker toy soldiers, Babes…

Do you know someone who’s heading off into full time education away from home? Our gift guide for students brings together the cosy comforts and everyday essentials that make uni life feel a little more like home. From mood-boosting décor to practical pieces, this collection is all about thoughtful touches…

When it comes to Christmas, are you a maximalist or a ‘less is more’ kind of person? It’s perfectly possible to spend more on decorations than any other element of Christmas, from handblown glass baubles to LED light displays. Bling, glitter and glamour all add a certain sparkle to the…

Easter is a time of new beginnings, which is why it’s traditionally associated with new life such as chicks and lambs. With the spring flowers emerging and the weather improving, it’s certainly a time of optimism and helps us look forward to the summer ahead. Whether you’re having guests round…

If someone in your life is a keen cook, then you’re very lucky when it comes to buying presents. There’ll be lots of gadgets and gorgeous kitchen accessories on their wish list. If they’ve already got a shelf full of cook books and every season of Great British Bake Off…

Halloween or All Hallows Eve has been celebrated among the Celts for centuries. Originally the pagan festival of Samhain, it marked the start of the new year which started on the first day of winter. As people believed that the souls would traditionally return for one day to visit their…

It seems to have been a long, hard winter this year. If it hasn’t been raining it’s been freezing, and when it hasn’t been freezing we’ve had gale force winds. Fingers crossed that we’ve turned the corner, though. The spring flowers are well on their way and the days are…