Father Christmas Himself, Sketched and Softened.

Charmed House Interiors · Textiles

A beautifully drawn Santa mid-delivery, sack of ribbon-tied gifts slung over his shoulder — rendered in loose pencil-toned linework with splashes of true red for his suit. What lifts it is the texture: his beard, hat trim and cuffs are worked in plush raised bouclé, with a soft pompom bobble on his cap. Set on a natural oatmeal ground and finished with fat red tassels at every corner, it has all the warmth of a vintage illustration and none of the kitsch.

Two Ways to Style It

On a neutral sofa or armchair. Let the linen ground blend with pale upholstery so Santa and the red tassels do all the work — pair with one deep-red cushion to tie it in.

Layered on a bed or window seat. Set it against soft whites and greys, where the sketchy artwork reads almost like framed art propped among the pillows.

The sort of piece that feels like it's been in the family for years.