December 2025
Are you ready to conjure some holiday magic? The December 2025 Holiday Decorating issue is your guide to embracing the spirit of the season. Whether you go all out for the holidays, or are more minimal, this issue is full of inspiration. See a Scandi-inspired cabin in the Quebec wilderness built by two sisters. Designers Vania Pecchia and Kimberly Jones team up to deck the halls of Vania’s West Vancouver home. Our gift guides have presents for art lovers, avid cooks, health nuts and trend hunters, and anyone else on your list. Enjoy creating DIY projects for Christmas and Hanukkah, and get inspired by 12 unique trees: from modern table-top versions to designer Philip Mitchell’s soaring 8’ Balsam loaded with heirloom decorations. Food entrepreneur Trish Magwood shares her tips for hosting a holiday kitchen party at home, with recipes for cocktails and family-style dishes. Plus, top bakers across Canada share their best recipes.
- Vania Pecchia’s West Coast Vancouver home is dressed for the holidays
- Two sisters built a Scandi-style cabin in the pine forests of Quebec
- Handmade DIY holiday crafts for Christmas and Hanukkah
- Trish Magwood’s tips and recipes for hosting a holiday kitchen party
- Five bakeries from across Canada share their favourite holiday bars and cookies to try at home
- 12 Christmas trees in a range of inspiring styles, from modern to heirloom
