Esther N McCarthy wafts in on spicy, woody tones to advocate a good cause and to suggest some snuggly option for the boudoir as well as a range of crafty options.

Top garden designer Charlie O’Leary of The Pavilion Garden Centre, Ballygarvan, Co Cork, answers your questions. If you have a question for Charlie, email: interiors@examiner.ie or post it on our Facebook page or The Pavilion’s Facebook page.