The 17th March is St Patrick’s Day, when the world goes a little crazy for Ireland. The man himself, St Patrick, was born around 385 AD , although his exact birthplace isn’t know he’s unlikely to have been a native of Ireland. He was kidnapped by pirates in his teens…

Christmas doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With the shops full of festive ideas and advertisements from October onwards, it’s sometimes hard not to get carried away – but here at Cosy Home, we think that the best Christmases don’t have the biggest price tag attached. Here’s how to achieve…

The humble Christmas tree is one of the best known symbols of our annual Christmas celebrations, but how much do you know about the origins of the tradition and why fir trees are typically used? To help boost your knowledge and wow your friends with facts, the good folks at…

Stuck for a really original Christmas present? Herefordshire-based company Certainly Wood have come up with a novel gift idea that’s packed with the spirit of the season. We tried out their Yule log pack, £25 including P&P, to see if it would get us in the festive mood. Real log fires…

The festive season is fast approaching and we can’t help but start thinking about ways to decorate our home this year, starting with Christmas wreaths. You can buy wreaths ready made and decorated, even fully equipped with lights, or buy a bare base and create your own. Whatever your approach,…

This year, Mothers’ Day is Sunday 15th March, and it’s a great opportunity to show some appreciation. We’ve put together our top ten picks of bright, spring inspired home gifts to make this year an extra-special occasion. 1. Flourish floral bunting, Gisela Graham This pretty, pastel, fabric bunting with its…