Christmas is the time to indulge in a spell of festive creativity and partake of culinary treats. This illustrated guide presents 100 classic and inventive decorations to adorn the home, and 50 recipes for seasonal dishes from around the world. Step-by-step sequences show how to create decorations such as spangled baubles, elegant wreaths and Baroque mantlepiece displays, as well as candelabras and tree lights. A gallery of themed Christmas trees, including the glitzy and glamorous and the traditional Victorian, are accompanied by ideas for festive gift-wrapping and seasonal stationery.