TWO south Cumbrian businesses have come together to create a free step-by-step guide to making a decoration that will brighten the house this festive season. Lindal-based home fragrance experts Wax Lyrical and Ulverston florist Bluebell and Ivy have together created a guide to making a floral surround for a festive candle at home.

Jenn Park, marketing manager at Wax Lyrical, said: “Candles are already feel-good items. By bringing them into the home with a touch of outdoor beauty, that little bit of joy is heightened.

"Many parts of the usual festive season excitement are missing this year, so we wanted to find a way to encourage everyone to create special memories. They could create something beautiful together as a household or create one as a gift to a neighbour or friend to lift their spirits.”

Lauren Hart, owner of Bluebell and Ivy, said: “We were really excited to get involved in this project with Wax Lyrical and to bring candlelight to our creations, which is so apt for this time of year.

"We really want to encourage people to have a go at making their own decoration this year as the end result will be extra special.”

To follow the guide, visit https://www.waxlyrical.com/blog/centrepiece-guide.