'Show me the home that doesn’t need a beret-wearing sausage dog ornament and I'll show you the door'

Mary Cate Smith chooses eight cool yule pieces to ensure every space is in sparkling form for Santa Claus (or Santa Paws)

This dachshund tree decoration is available at Avoca.

Love the idea of DIY but hate the thought of ruining your Christmas nails? A cosy felt Christmas decoration is the answer and who are we to argue if someone assumes it’s homemade? Someone made it after all. Commit to the theme (and the lie) by hanging needlepoint stockings and rehearsing vague responses. Show me the home that doesn’t need a beret-wearing sausage dog ornament and I will show you the door. Shop this adorable dachshund at Avoca in-store or at avoca.com.