Fir and pine branches, cones, moss and berries are typical items found in forests and are especially popular with decorating and crafting fans in autumn and winter. In the colder months, long walks are a great way to collect these natural materials, which can then be used as decorative accessories to bring nature into your home. The experts from Stars for Europe present ideas for festive table…

As temperatures and daylight drop in autumn, so do many people' moods. About one in three people suffers from low mood during the autumn and winter months. But you can do something about it. As well as outdoor exercise, bright colours and plants also have a positive effect on mood. No home should be without them. The poinsettia is the absolute star among winter-flowering houseplants. With its…

At Christmas time in particular, most of us are used to lavish decorations with plenty of glitter and gaudiness. However, simple décor doesn't need to be any less festive. With just a few carefully chosen pieces, any room can still look atmospheric. The experts from Stars for Europe (SfE) present stylish ideas with white and cream poinsettias for those who want restrained yet contemporary…

Poinsettias and design; at first glance these words might seem a contradiction in terms. After all, the plant is still struggling to gain a more modern image but, take a closer look, and you'll quickly realise the great potential of the poinsettia, which hardly any other winter-flowering plant can match in terms of versatility and decorative possibilities. Thanks to its wide range of colours,…

Fancy a carefree Christmas look? The experts from Stars for Europe (SfE) present fresh, colourful ideas for festive tables, Advent wreaths and floral designs in which poinsettias, subtle accessories and delicate pastel shades create a cheerful, relaxed vibe.