We know it’s only November, but it won’t be long before you’ll be cosied up in front of the fire watching It’s a Wonderful Life, mug of mulled wine in hand. To help you get into the festive spirit, we’ve rounded up our five favourite Instagram accounts for Christmas inspiration. Prepare to deck the halls!

@nigellalawson

The Instagram account of the kitchen goddess is every bit as indulgent as the recipes she’s famous for. Feel festive while collecting top tips to keep your guests fed and watered this Christmas - think glistening ham joints, mouth-watering mince pies and recipes to convert even the most unwilling sprout hater.

https://www.instagram.com/nigellalawson/

@houseofchristmas

What it says on the tin. An abundance of seasonal scenes guaranteed to make you hotfoot it straight to the loft to dig out your Christmas decorations. Warning: you’ll want a mug of hot chocolate brimming with marshmallows within minutes of following.  

https://www.instagram.com/houseofchristmas/

@ellaclaireblog

Featuring guest appearances from her daughter Ella, Kristen Whitby’s page is full of handy hints to help you create the perfect interior for the festive season, including tree, dining table and stocking ideas.

https://www.instagram.com/ellaclaireblog/

@visitlapland

A homage to the home of Father Christmas himself, feel warm and festive with the help of reindeers, fir trees as far as the eye can see and stunning snowy scenery.

https://www.instagram.com/visitlapland/

@jenniferrizzodesigncompany

Follow interior designer, author and artist Jennifer for Christmas craft inspiration to help you get creative in your home this season, and make you want to put your tree up at the earliest opportunity. Is it ever too soon?

https://www.instagram.com/jenniferrizzodesigncompany/