So, with just a few days left before the Bloke in the Big Red Suit comes a-visiting, I thought I would share with you this interior designer’s wish list for Monsieur Claus. I spend the whole year researching, sourcing, reviewing and sampling the very best in interior design fashion, new collections and hot trends. Narrowing it down to just three favouritist items is tricky, but I’m sure you will agree that my chosen top three are pretty special. And they won’t break the bank…

1. Wall stickers are huge this year: they are an affordable and quick way to transform a wall in any room into something quirky, stylish and very personal. The stickers, which need to be applied to a clean, smooth, dry surface, add character and depth and can be easily removed once you have had enough of them. Some stickers can even be reused, allowing an unending range of design options and patterns. For something a little bit different, consider adding stickers to desk tops, windows, ceilings or cupboards. My favourites include:

• Skirting Board Heroes by Philip Watts Design – £20

• Racetrack wall graphic by Supernice – £39

• Daisy restik by Supernice – £25.95

2. Personalised chalkboard message mug by Sleepyheads – £7.95

I need at least three cups of tea before I’m human in the morning. And if anyone tries to tell me anything before the end of the third cup, forget it! Or write it on my new chalkboard mug. No more forgetting to feed the dog, pick up milk, or get something out of the  freezer for dinner. Alternatively, use at work so colleagues know it’s your mug and how many sugars are needed for the 4th cup. Right, where’s the kettle…

3.  Anything by Lorna Syson at Lorna Syson Textiles.

Lorna Syson produces fabulous hand made sculptural textiles for the home. We think Lorna’s products are stunning, and would be truly unique in any interior. Her wall flowers stole the show at this year’s 100% Design exhibition and I guarantee that her luxury textile products will be gracing the pages of the glossy interior magazines for several years to come. We particularly like Lorna’s Moroccan Dahlia cushions and eco-friendly British Hedgerow cushions. The fabrics are made from a mixture of wool and stinging nettles, which are completely biodegradable and have a very low carbon footprint. My favourite has to be the ruffle cushion (£58):

or the aqua/teal dahlia wallflower at £260;

So, Mr Clause, if you’re still debating what to bring this interior designer in the heart of Warwickshire, take your pick from any of the above. Failing which, I’ll happily wait until Valentines Day for the Lorna Syson wool heart….

Dovetail Design is a full-service interior and exterior design consultancy based in Warwickshire, the West Midlands and London. Dovetail has an established reputation for creating and delivering stunning and innovative interior designs and garden designs, coupled with outstanding customer service. Specialising in marquee events, Dovetail also creates bespoke and inspiring designs which reflect the mood or theme of your occasion perfectly.