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The winner of 7 Vignettes December 2015 with Stockland

This month’s 7 Vignettes well and truly got me into the Christmas spirit, so a big thank you to all who entered. Maybe it’s because I grew up in England, but I must say these recent summer days, while a beautiful respite from the cold, don’t have me feeling very festive!

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@thelittlemanncave

But enough about me and onto the winner who gets to take home the massive grand prize of a $1,000 Stockland voucher. Drum roll please… and the winner is @thelittlemanncave aka Melissa Mann. A huge well done.

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Child’s Play: @thelittlemanncave

Bridie Ekert, Stockland’s social media marketing manager, said: “Having played along for a while I knew judging 7 Vignettes was going to be a tough, but I didn’t realise it would be this hard! Everyone in the office has been so excited to see the beautiful images and interpretations of our themes each day. The effort and creativity that goes into each vignette is just amazing. Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We chose @thelittlemanncave as the overall winner for this month because her photos were so cheeky and fun, they really got us into the spirit of Christmas!”

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Red: @thelittlemanncave

We had some great daily theme winners too, who all get a $100 Stockland voucher. It really is the season of giving! The winners are:

  1. Wish list: thelittlemanncave
  2. Red: kendraplastowstyling
  3. Tasty Treats: rosehewartson
  4. Sparkle: shelleymccalldesign
  5. Child’s Play: johnnyvee23
  6. Gift Wrap: diaryofahousewife
  7. Festive: thecontentcreative
Sparkle: @shelleymccalldesign
Sparkle: @shelleymccalldesign

Thanks so much to Stockland for sponsoring and to everyone who took part in the last 7 Vignettes of the year. See you 1 January, if you’re not feeling too weary from the late night celebrations that is!

Festive: @thecontentcreative
Festive: @thecontentcreative

Can all winners please provide their address and phone number for prizes, please contact us now.

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Interiors Addict

Three checklists to make your Christmas easier

Temple & Webster’s stylists have pulled together three checklists to ensure your Christmas plans are on track. From your front door wreath to Christmas lights, enjoy a stress-free holiday season.20151007-TW-FlorabelleXmasTrees32763 copyCHECKLIST 1: Decorate the house

Home

  • wreath on the front door
  • find suitable area to display cards
  • tree (real or faux) and tree stand
  • sort baubles and decorations, repair and clean
  • add to decorations as required
  • check lights (indoor and outdoor) for faults

Wrapping

  • decide wrapping theme – one for kids, one for adults
  • stock up on paper, sticky tape, bows, ribbon
  • plan for awkward shapes with bags and boxes, write name tags (bought or homemade)

Gifts

  • check online delivery dates
  • consider idea of book/plant/gift token for everyone
  • keep a few spare gifts ready-wrapped

Traditions

  • the Advent calendar
  • stockings
  • letter to Santa

151014_T&W_FlorabelleChristmas_Lifestyle_NDNH copy (1)CHECKLIST 2: Decorate the table

Practical

  • extra serving dishes
  • extra glassware
  • extra crockery including mugs extra knives, forks, spoons and serving ware
  • extra napkins and placemats
  • carafes and pitchers for drinks
  • table cloth – washed and ironed
  • extra chairs

Decorative

  • vases for flowers
  • place names or tags around napkins
  • bunting, garlands or decorative elements candles, candleholders, tealights

20151022-TW-VandorosXmasWrapping-Landscape-DB+SC copyCHECKLIST 3: Prepare for the party

Plan ahead

  • order meat or seafood (note pickup date)
  • stock up on your favourite tipple
  • quality snacks for drop-in guests
  • pudding, cake and mince pies

Foodie gifts

  • wine, boutique oils, biscuits
  • make your own (don’t forget pretty packaging)

Last minute tasks

  • milk and bread for Christmas week (plus extra to freeze)
  • ripe summer fruit summer salad ingredients
  • flowers and foliage for house and table

Happy planning!

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