As a child, I felt that Hallowe'en was a time when creatures of the night suddenly came to life - we would turn off all the lights in the house and let flickering candlelight conjure up scary shadows and create the effect of imaginary figures lurking in dark corners. Pippa Middleton candlelightchildconjure share on social
I can assure you that it feels even stranger to me than it probably does to you to have seen so much written about me when I have done so little to paint a picture of myself. Pippa Middleton assurefeltpaint Change image and share on social
When I was a child, my December weekends were spent making cards, decorating the tree, hanging the wreath and preparing brandy butter and peppermint creams. Pippa Middleton brandybuttercard Change image and share on social
I just feel really fortunate to build a career as a writer. Pippa Middleton buildcareerfeel Change image and share on social
My father has developed a tradition of surprising us at some point by appearing in fancy dress. He buys a new costume each year and typically gets carried away. A couple of Christmases ago he appeared in an inflatable sumo outfit. It's endearing, really, and only quite embarrassing. Pippa Middleton agoappearbuy share on social
'Celebrate' is meant to be a guide to party planning and, as such, it has to cover the basics. If I were to write a cookery book, for instance, I would be compelled to say that, to make an omelette, you have to break at least one egg. Actually, that's not a bad idea. Or maybe I should write a sequel and call it 'Bottoms Up?' Pippa Middleton badbasicbook share on social
I have finally perfected my signature. It took hours of practicing... I decided early on just to write Pippa, not Middleton. Pippa Middleton decideearlyfinally Change image and share on social
As I have found out, recognition has its upside, its downside and - you may say - its backside. Pippa Middleton backsidedownsidefind Change image and share on social
There is no real need for decorations when throwing a barbecue party - let the summer garden, in all its vibrant and luscious splendour, speak for itself. Pippa Middleton barbecuedecorationgarden Change image and share on social
Turkeys are perfect for feeding larger gatherings. Pippa Middleton feedgatheringlarge Change image and share on social