Tat London Journal

As Christmas creeps closer, there is always that curious burst of self-imposed panic. When I worked in rugs, people became almost evangelical about receiving theirs in time for the big day. It always made me wonder why we burden ourselves with such seasonal theatre, though perhaps that is half the fun. Which brings me to the point at hand. Buy antique

Decorations. Realistically you can tie a bit of ribbon to the tree, hang up a few dried oranges, slap some mistletoe on a door frame and fashion newspaper crowns, and you’ve achieved a very chic Christmas for almost no money at all.

Here we’ve gathered some of the finest goods available for under £35. A fantastic bevy of beauties, nothing to be sniffed at below — plenty could stand alone, while others would sit nicely in a Christmas hamper. Our aim is to create a haven of affordable gifts to help you bestow delightful items on beloved family members without breaking the bank.