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Winter
Posted by David Taylor on 23/10/2014
“Today’s a nipping day, a biting day;
In which one wants a shawl,
A veil, a cloak, and other wraps….”
Winter: My Secret
Christina Rossetti
After an unusually mild October and unseasonably warm weather we sit at the door of winter. We know it’s coming, but September and especially October, lulled us into a false sense of security. Now, we see the night’s drawing in, the blustery storms shaking the trees and we draw ever closer to the fire.
We can do nothing more now than look forward to the spring, but winter can be fun - we can enjoy it if we allow ourselves to. As the autumn month’s draws to a close, it’s a time for resting at home with loved ones, gathering strength before bearing the brunt of Christmas shopping and the crueller colder months of January and February.
Celebrate the end of the autumn season and the beginning of winter
There’s a lot to be enjoyed at this time of the year and much to be thankful for, we have Halloween and Guy Fawkes, and the Christmas holidays to look forward to. The winter solstice marks the beginning of winter and this won’t be until December 31st. However, for most of us, we may already be feeling the onset of winter long before then.
Wrap up and stay warm
Think hot chocolate, rich coloured winter coats, warm cashmere scarves and leather gloves. Marshmallows and roasted chestnuts, warm berries and fruit scented candles. You may even be considering a change of internal décor in tune with the approach of winter. If that’s the case, take a look at www.antiques.co.uk where you’re bound to find something that will fit the autumnal/winter mood perfectly. Antique furnishings are a perfect complement to the latter part of the year emulating a Victorian family feel with dark woods and brass, sliver pieces, glass chandeliers and ornately carved candlesticks.
Take a look and stay safe and while you’re there, take a look at our blogs this month, they’re all about the Victorian era with a special look at interior design and the Victorians love of spiritualism, in keeping with Halloween.
Take care and stay warm and dry.