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Pinterest’s top trending Christmas table ideas

Pinterest is one of my favourite places to get ideas, and clearly I’m not alone, with more than 3.7 million holiday and event ideas saved in Australia in the last month. 3.7 million! That’s one pinned post for every six people! Pinterest is the ideal place for getting into the Christmas spirit. Whether you’re looking […]

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Shaynna Blaze’s guide to styling your table this Christmas

I love a dinner party, but if I’m honest, plans for a stylish spread quickly go out the window; especially when friends are on their way and you haven’t even started cooking. But not this festive season! This summer I’m going to create a feast for the stomach and the eyes… with Shaynna Blaze‘s help […]

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Homewares

Our top 9 stylish Christmas stockings and sacks

Christmas decorating can go one of two ways… elegant or tacky! And sometimes it can be a fine line to tread. Tinsel? No. Tree ornaments? Yes. Colourful lights? Maybe. Well trust me when I say these stockings and sacks will be loved by you and your child, because on this list there’s nothing gaudy in sight!  […]

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Three DIY projects to do before Christmas

Give yourself a present this Christmas with a DIY project that is both cost effective and adds a certain je ne sais quoi to your outdoor space. Below are three projects that are under $3000, easy to do (I promise!) and will compliment your home for years to come. The outdoor shower Embrace nature and create […]

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Recipes

Foodie Friday: The world’s easiest Christmas dessert!

Happy Christmas weekend! If the stockings aren’t hung and the ham’s not in the fridge by now, it’s a little too late to stress about it. Instead, why not kick back and whip up this dessert/cocktail from Williams-Sonoma instead? Cool, Christmassy and all the right amounts of boozy, this grown-up granita is as simple as […]

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Five easy cosmetic fixes you could do this Christmas break

By Cherie Barber The long summer weeks ahead hopefully offer a respite from work, a chance to relax and maybe a window to catch up on some much-needed improvements around the home. If you need some inspiration, here’s five projects that I promise will improve both the look and the value of your property. Make […]

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Reno Addict’s Lauren Ellis shares her Christmas table setting

With ice-cold winters, it’s little surprise that Scandinavians know how to create swoon-worthy interiors for Christmas – and the wonderful news is the crisp, minimalistic look is easy to replicate! I already had most of the decorations at home, and managed to pull this Scandi-inspired table setting together for under $100. So, with Christmas now […]

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Homewares

Our pick: Six stylish Christmas candles

Given scent and memory are inextricably linked, Christmas candles are a lovely way of evoking nostalgia throughout the festive season. From cedar wood to fresh pine needles, berries, nutmeg and cloves, there’s nothing like a Christmas candle to conjure childhood memories. Zakkia limited edition Christmas candle: Hand made and poured in the New South Wales Southern […]

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Interviews Styling

Chic Christmas styling: Our expert reveals her top tips

Known for her custom monogrammed goods, Neue Blvd’s Christie Turvey is an expert at personalisation and if there’s one day of the year that is lovely to personalise, it’s Christmas. From colour schemes to tabletop styling, we caught up with Christie recently and got her take on chic and meaningful festive styling. Make Christmas an event […]

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Foodie Friday: Make your own Christmas Pudding SmashCake

Claudia Abrahams from Sydney Smash Cakes shares how to make her Christmas Pudding SmashCake. If this is a bit ‘too hard basket’ for you, you can order yours, or one of their other amazing, lolly-filled creations, online in time for Christmas, from $75. Ingredients Oil 300g milk or dark chocolate 150g white chocolate Jaffa or red chocolate […]

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Festive decor: Our top Christmas interior buys

Gone are the days of tacky Christmas decor – from chain stores to boutique retailers, there are lots of stylish festive wares to be found this season. Read on for our top picks. One Two Tree Christmas Tree: Flying in the face of tradition, this Christmas tree is a minimalist’s dream and it’s eco-friendly to boot. […]

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Interiors Addict

Finders Keepers Sydney returns in time for Christmas shopping

Finders Keepers is returning to Sydney as a last stop on their calendar! After nine years of being Australians’ favourite design market, it’s safe to say that they’ve got a little something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Packed with over 200 stalls, the only trouble you’ll be having is where to start! Not […]

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Amy’s top eight Christmas gift ideas under $100

From agate to brass and copper, my Christmas picks (all of which you can purchase for under $100!) feature lots of natural elements this year which are ideal for adding textural pop. Sourceress The Store agate coasters (set of 4): With no two the same, these agate coasters are the definition of unique and add […]

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Jen’s Christmas gift picks from west elm, Pottery Barn & more

Sponsored by Williams Sonoma Australia You know who does Christmas well? Americans, that’s who! Having grown up in the UK, Christmas for me is all about roaring fires, mulled wine, huge roast dinners and plenty of baked goods. Here in Australia, while many people’s Christmas is more about the beach, great weather and seafood, I […]

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Fun new Christmas wares and more from Sack Me!

Exuberant Australian children’s bedding and soft furnishing brand Sack Me! has expanded its latest collection to include fabulous playmats, novelty cushions, slumber sacks, storage bags and an assortment of Christmas items too. Just in time for the festive season, this range is a whole lot of fun. A standout from the new collection, the Pret-A-Porta baby […]

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Foodie Friday: A Christmas feast with seafood and sangria

Fancy mixing things up a little this Christmas? Temple & Webster have you covered. They have many festively styled tables to choose from in their Christmas one stop shop online. We love the seafood and sangria styled delight! It’s a casually elegant mix, with layered linens, organic-inspired patterns and contrasting gleaming copper and crystal. It […]

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IKEA’s formula for the perfect Christmas lunch table

Everyone wants to enjoy the perfect Christmas lunch, from the family eating it, to the host serving it, so making sure the table is a welcoming place for guests to linger is just as important as the food itself. An imaginatively laid table presents the perfect opportunity to spend more time with your loved ones. […]

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Jen’s 10 top tips for surviving a Christmas shopping trip

Brought to you by Chatswood Chase Sydney Take a friend with staying power. Lightweights need not apply! You need someone who isn’t going to let you leave the shops until you’ve got everything you came for! In the right company, a Christmas shopping expedition can be loads of fun! Make a list and go prepared. […]