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Interiors Addict Christmas Gift Guide 2020 is here

Our Christmas gift guide is here and it’s a beauty, if I don’t say so myself! You’ll find gorgeous gifts for everyone in your life, from the little people to your employee to your husband, with a particular emphasis on stylish pieces for your home. It’s not just homewares however. You’ll also find art, toys, […]

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Foodie Friday: Buche de Noel (Christmas Log)

Buche de what you say? Also known as a Yule or Christmas Log, this is a traditional dessert served at Christmas in Europe. Brought to us by Beko, if you’re looking for something a little bit different to the standard fruit cake, trifle or pavlova to serve on Christmas Day, this dessert is it! Ingredients Cake […]

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Christmas styling tips from DIY queen Annie Sloan

Chalk paint and DIY doyenne Annie Sloan is known for producing beautiful imagery, but this year’s Christmas pics stopped us in our tracks. Completely free of the usual Christmas tropes, Annie has a sophisticated and stylish take on the festive season. We caught up with her to tease out her best Christmas styling tips. The […]

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2019 Christmas décor: Is the llama the new reindeer?

As owners of the Aussie Christmas décor store The Christmas Cart, Deborah Quinn and Kym Aldred spend a rather large amount of time looking at current interior styling trends to gauge how they may be interpreted at Christmas. From a chic alternative to classic red, to a subtle metallic look and a full-blow South American […]

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Homewares Shopping

Christmas candles 2019: The most stylish & best scents

From Christmas pudding to tropical fruit and spicy cranberries, this year’s festive candles are one for the gourmands! And just like last year, this year’s crop have a lovely Aussie summer vibe. Glasshouse ‘Merry & Bright’ candle: A fun mix of tropical fruits (pineapple and strawberries) and fizzy summer freshness (a dash of mint) make […]

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Interiors Addict

The Interiors Addict Christmas Gift Guide 2019

It’s here! Our beautiful 2019 Christmas Gift Guide is available for download! It really does have something for everyone, including a number of exclusive discount codes for you to take advantage of. Christmas is an expensive time after all! Simply click on the link at the end of this post to download your magazine-style gift […]

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Christmas gift ideas: 10 homewares under $99!

While the silly season is well and truly upon us there’s still plenty of time to get your Christmas gift list sorted. From gorgeous brass and pink salad servers to handmade ceramics, here’s 10 stylish options under $99 for the interiors addict in your life. R & R mini pillowcase: Made from 100% French flax linen, […]

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IKEA Australia releases new play range for Christmas

Just in time for the Christmas holidays, IKEA has introduced a new collection of games, activities and associated accessories titled LUSTIGT following the 2017 IKEA Play Report that found 30,000 parents in 12 countries believe play encourages creativity and helps people lead healthier lives. Interestingly, the study also found that games feel a little socially unacceptable […]

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Styling

Pinterest Christmas decorations: top 10 ideas

There’s something about Christmas that inspires creativity in even the most craft-averse people and with the bespoke, homespun aesthetic a classic Christmas look, it makes sense that people turn to Pinterest every year for inspiration. Incredibly, Pinterest holds over 235 million boards created around festive planning and people start collating ideas for the festive season as […]

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Homewares

Christmas candles 2018: the best looking & smelling!

While there’s always a place for traditional Christmas scents like pine and cinnamon, there’s a new wave of festive fragrance on the scene this year and many of them have a distinctly Australian feel. From pineapple and peach (evoking balmy summer nights) to Maison Blanche’s quite literal take with its ‘Australian Christmas’ candle, these are […]

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Styling

Real Living editor’s tips for a stylish Christmas home

Real Living magazine editor Elle Lovelock certainly knows a thing or two about design and styling and to celebrate the launch of her magazine’s bumper Christmas issue here she shares her top decorating tips for the silly season. Colour palette “Pick a colour palette or a theme for your tree. You can either choose something […]

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Designers Guild: Amy’s top Christmas present picks

Sponsored by Designers Guild There is much to covet from the Designers Guild Australian online store, making it the perfect stop for a spot of Christmas present shopping. Convenience aside (you don’t even have to leave the house!) the brand is offering a Spend & Save special offer for Interiors Addict readers. Read on for […]

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Foodie Friday: Christmas in July roast turkey

Today’s recipe for Roast Turkey with a Lemon, Sage and Butter Glaze with Cranberry Gravy comes from Lurpak. Are you getting into the Christmas in July spirit? Serves: 8–10 Tips ·        When cooking turkey, the best way to just timings to allow approx. 20 minutes per 500g. ·        Remember to […]

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Homewares

Reed Gift Fairs: the perfect post-christmas buying experience

Sponsored by Reed Gift Fairs Sydney Over 500 wholesalers showcasing thousands of new product ranges across homewares, gift, fashion and jewellery, will come together at Reed Gift Fairs next week. And in a retail world that is constantly evolving, retailers will also have the opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s best minds with […]

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5 tips for getting your home ready for guests this Christmas

Whether your place is in need of a last minute spruce up or you want to go in hard to impress, these top tips from Madras Link will have your place feeling and looking more charming and comfortable than any restaurant, hotel or bed and breakfast. Tip 1.         Creating a warm […]

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Our pick of fair trade Christmas gifts from the Oxfam Shop

Want to feel better about your gift-giving this year? Why not consider buying for your nearest and dearest from The Oxfam Shop online? I was pleasantly surprised at the variety of great homewares available at really reasonable prices. At the same time, they’re made by skilled artisans all over the world, who are paid a […]

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Win a cook’s dream prize for yourself or to gift at Christmas!

If you’re hosting Christmas this year and doing the cooking, your life could be a lot easier if you win one of these great kitchen prizes! First prize is a complete set of new French brand Ô cuisine’s borosilicate glass cookware (valued at more than $200) plus a Miyabi 5000FCD Gyutoh 16cm chef’s knife worth […]