Lilly Higgins is the ultimate modern homemaker, sharing over 70 things to make, do and eat to welcome every season. With many of us spending more time at home nowadays, finding things to do around the house is something we have grown to appreciate more than ever. Whether it's baking, knitting or finding things to make and do with children, these calm creative moments can help build  beautiful memories of a happy home. Here you will be inspired by ideas for family celebrations, crafts to cosy up your interiors, activities for kids and simple ways to welcome the seasons. Reflecting the Irish calendar, from St Brigid's crosses in February to Christmas Wreaths in December, The Homemade Year will help you move gently through the year and make the everyday moments special. About the author Lilly Higgins is a TV chef, food and wine writer, and a food photographer. She writes a weekly recipe column for the Irish Times and recently won an award for her cookery writing at the 2021 Irish Food Writing Awards. She also has a BA (Ons) in Design from Cork Institute of Technology. She loves in Cobh with her husband and three children.