Tat London
Nov 25
2 min read

Updated: Nov 26

Liz Elliot's Christmas Wish List

Woman with an umbrella stands by a stone wall, holding a camera. Lush green leaves surround her, creating a contemplative mood. Liz Elliot Paul Massey House and Garden — Liz Elliot Photographed By Paul Massey

As you’ll have noticed, we’ve produced many a Christmas wish lists over the years. Those are ours, of course, but this season I wanted to ask a handful of women I admire what they would choose for Christmas. The obvious first call was Liz Elliot. For those not already acquainted, she is my mother, and has been at House & Garden for quite a while. I may be biased, but her CV more than bears out her reputation. People are forever asking her opinion on their houses, their lives and everything adjacent. Naturally I asked her for her own ideal wish list. It has proved doubly helpful, not least because she resists, annually and with great determination, giving her family the slightest clue about what she might actually like. I’m delighted she has introduced me to a few new names along the way.

Carpenter & Cloth, Cambrian Gilet, £310

Grey herringbone vest with wooden buttons hanging on a brick wall. Text inside reads "PENFIELD AND CO." Rustic mood. — Carpenter & Cloth

“This gilet is as lovely as it is thoughtfully made, crafted in their own home studio using wool sourced just around the corner. A piece with a true sense of place, and all the better for it.”

A place on the Ffern Membership Ledger

Perfume bottle and brown cylindrical box labeled Ffern on a beige surface, casting shadows against a light background. Elegant and minimal. — Ffern

'I adore each one of their scents and would be thrilled to find my name on their ledger and collect one of their bottles every few months'

If Only if, Pandora Nightdress in Gingham, £160

Elderly woman in a blue checkered dress leans against a rustic wooden wall, looking calm. Gray hair, serene expression, natural setting. Ifonlyif Pandora — If Only if, Pandora

'Always enjoy a good night dress'

Katkoot, White Burgundy Premier Cru, 2023, £193

A bottle with "1/4000" marked and a glass filled with white wine on a white background, conveying elegance and exclusivity. Katkoot Burgundy Gift Guide — Katkoot, White Burgundy, 2023

£1,500 at Adam Bray

Storefront sketch with "Adam Bray" in red text on a black background. White outlines of doors and windows create a minimalist appearance. Adam Bray — £1,500 at Adam Bray

'Adam is a genius. Enough said.'

Montgomery Press, The Irish Bakery, £30

Book titled "The Irish Bakery" with a rustic bread display on the cover. Back cover shows purple and yellow flowers. Mood is inviting. — The Irish Bakery, Montgomery Press

'Having worked with Andrew Montgomery on many shoots, I can say he is a rare talent'

The Rest Is History Club, from £60 a year

Two classical busts face each other on a tan background with white text saying "The Rest Is History." The mood is reflective. — The Rest is History Club

Anbôise, Amber Bowl, £125

A marbled, multicolored bowl with warm tones on a light gray surface against a pale wall, creating a calm and elegant atmosphere.

'Couldn't go wrong with this one.'

Jess Wheeler, Nuts and Spices Brooches, From £160

'Jess Wheeler always has a marvellous selection, and these brooches are especially good.'

Moro Dabron X Jam Candle II, £280

Bust on ornate table with a marble top, lit candle, and Jamb box. Warm, classical setting with muted colors and carved lion details. Jamb Moro Dabron Candle — Moro Dabron x Jamb

'I have their first candle and it’s splendid; I’ve no doubt their second will be just as good.'

Curzon, Cinema Gift Membership, From £50

Man in blue with a straw hat smokes a pipe under yellow autumn trees; the word "CLASSIC" overlays in white. Peaceful mood.

'A Curzon has opened up right next to us so this only feels fitting.'

P.S When asking people for their suggestions I very much want them to plug themselves and their friends. That was a hint to my mother who clearly missed it completely. So I on her behalf I’ve added the books by father and the Tat Sconce.

Henry Porter, Books, From £8.50