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Aspley Homemaker City ultimate Christmas gift guide

Christmas is upon us, and with it comes the age-old dilemma: what to gift those who seem to have everything? Fear not, for we have curated a sophisticated selection of treasures to delight even the most discerning individuals on your list. The best part? Everything is available at yours truly, Aspley Homemaker City. Let the Christmas gift giving begin!

Christmas gift ideas for the homebody

Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Silk Pillowcase $79.95, Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Silk Eye Mask $39.95, Chemist Warehouse Avene Hydrance Hydrating Sleeping Mask $50.99, House Ecology Infuse Teapot with Infuser $64.95, House Oasis Commuter Double Wall Insulated Trave Tumbler $67.95, Pillow Talk Habitat Lucy Cross Strap Home Slippers $19.95, Provincial Home Living The Art of Home by Shea McGee $54.99, Sheridan Outlet Bower Robe $159.99.

Those who worship at the altar of relaxation will adore indulgences designed to make their downtime truly divine. A sumptuous silk pillowcase from Bed Bath N’ Table cradles their dreams, while their plush slippers keep toes toasty and happy. Envelop them in softness with a luxurious robe from Sheridan Outlet, and elevate bath time experience with luxe candles or skincare from Chemist Warehouse.

Christmas gift ideas for the interior design lover

Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Ama Stipe Towel $39.95, DecoRug Ceramic Pillar Candle Holder $17.47, Eureka Furniture Antoine Dining Chair $449, Freedom Hampden Table Lamp $329, Nick Scali Westminster Queen Bed Frame $2,690, Plush Alder 2 Seat Sofa POA, Provincial Home Living Hillary Print $229.95.

For those with an eye for aesthetics, we present stunning pieces to elevate their space. Artwork from Provincial Home Living will make a bold statement, while exquisite vases from DecoRug hold flowers or stand alone as works of art. Trending homewares like lamps and linens seamlessly blend function and style, ensuring their home remains a reflection of their impeccable taste.

Christmas gift ideas for the kids

Baby Bunting 4Baby Swim All In One Zip Swimsuit $29.99, Baby Bunting Baby Gund Animated Flappy The Elephant Plush Toy $99.95, Baby Bunting Playground Shape Sorter $44.99, Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Dash Rocking Toy $149.95, Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Inky Octopus Soft Toy $29.95, Howards Storage World Cloud Weather Forecast Station $49.95, Pillow Talk Kids Dinosaur Hooded Towel $39.95.

The tiny humans on your list deserve gifts that spark imagination and delight. Plush toys from Baby Bunting offer snuggly companionship, while room décor from Bed Bath N’ Table inspires sweet dreams. These thoughtful choices will make their eyes sparkle with joy come Christmas morning.

Christmas gifts under $100

Chemist Warehouse Luna Argan Oil Ceramic Straightener $39.99, Chemist Warehouse Versace Pour Homme Eau de Toilette 100ml $79.99, Freedom Cassis Paddle Board $69.95, Freedom Glasshouse Fragrances Candle 380g $54.95, Outback Steakhouse Gift Card $100, Provincial Home Living Basket Kubu $99.95, Provincial Home Living Oxford Cutlery Set $89.95.

Sometimes, it’s the thought that counts – not the price tag. Luxe candles from Freedom set the mood, create a gourmet gift basket with a paddle board and gourmet goodies to promise wine and cheese nights, and hair gadgets from Chemist Warehouse to pamper their mane. These small luxuries are sure to bring big smiles.

Christmas gifts under $1,000

Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Atticus Wicker Picnic Cooler $99.95, Freedom Morning In Paradise Framed Print $299, Gilmour’s Comfort Shoes Drew Flash II Sneaker $379, House Baccarat Damashiro Kin Knife Block $849.99, House KitchenAid KSM195 Artisan Stand Mixer $749.99, Outdoor Living Weber Family Q+ Premium BBQ $899, The Furniture Shack Kirra Indoor Outdoor Bean Bag $269.

For those who deserve the best, we present the crème de la crème of gifting. Advanced kitchen appliances from House make cooking a breeze and luxury footwear from Gilmour’s Comfort Shoes ensure comfortable style. If you’re feeling extravagant, consider gifting a bespoke piece of furniture or a custom-designed room makeover. You can even book them in for a FREE styling session with centre stylist, Eliza Grace.

In the midst of the holiday chaos, remember that gifting is an art form. It’s about understanding the nuances of the recipient’s tastes, desires, and passions. It’s about showing appreciation and thoughtfulness. And, most importantly, it’s about creating memories that will be treasured long after the wrapping paper is discarded.

There you have it – the ultimate guide to gifting for even the most hard-to-please individuals. Whether you’re shopping for a homebody, design aficionado, or tiny human, Aspley Homemaker City has the perfect present to make this Christmas one to remember. Happy gifting!

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Deck the Halls: How to Decorate Your Space With Style This Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and as Christmas 2023 rolls around, we’re eagerly awaiting the chance to hang out with our favourite people, soak in the festive vibes, and enjoy the holiday cheer. But with all these family gatherings and merry celebrations on the cards, it’s also time to get your abode ready to entertain.

Need some ideas? Here’s the ultimate roundup of essential Christmas home decorations to get you through the holiday season – from festive décor to tableware, we haven’t forgotten a thing.

Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Antler $14.99, Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Dinner Candles Textured Metallic Set of 4 $9.99, Bed Bath N’ Table Morgan & Finch Protea Wreath $89.99, Freedom Glasshouse Fragrances Candle $59.95, House Alex Liddy Mode Set of 4 Coupe Glasses $79.99, House Ecology Peace Sauce Jug $21.95, Pillow Talk Habitat Christmas Mariah Hanging Star Decoration $7.95, Pillow Talk Habitat Gnome Sweet Gnome Christmas European Pillowcase $34.95, Provincial Home Livin g Festive Village Tealight Holder $59.95

Tableware

Want to upstage your 2022 Christmas tablescape? Then a few new additions are a must! Plus, who doesn’t love setting the table for the holidays? It’s a festive and fun activity, especially when the entire family gathers around to indulge in a feast afterwards!

First and foremost, a centrepiece! This year, we recommend keeping it simple by opting for a humble candle or some fresh flowers arranged in a gorgeous jug vase. Keep in mind that larger centrepieces are often removed once everyone is seated and the food is served, so consider a reasonable height to ensure it can stay on the table.

Next up, glassware! Yep, it’s time to ditch the paper cups (apologies to the clean up crew!). But glassware truly makes all the difference; it will transform your table from drab to fab, adding a touch of luxury and opulence to a day full of celebration and unity.

The rest of your table should follow a theme – whether it be woodlands, traditional, or vibrant colours. Be sure to complete the look with placemats, ceramic plates, cutlery, napkins, and even name tags.

Home scents

Often overlooked, yet undeniably essential – we’re talking about holiday home scents, of course! There’s no doubt that Christmas somehow has an aroma, a nostalgic combination of freshly baked sugar cookies, gingerbread, cherries, and pinecones.

So, what better way to fill your home with festive spirit than with a distinctive scent that encapsulates Christmas? We recommend the Glasshouse Fragrances White Christmas candle – it smells divine! Burn the candle throughout the season and then when Christmas rolls around next year, find a new festive scent to fill your home with!

Traditional décor

It wouldn’t be Christmas without some traditional décor! We’re talking about Christmas trees, wreaths, tree hangings, and other novelty motifs. Be sure to keep all the pieces within an overall theme – even if it’s just a colour scheme like pale green, pink, and gold. This way your home will feel cohesive from when your guests walk through the door all the way through to the dining area and living space.

Subtle additions

It’s important to note that Christmas home décor doesn’t necessarily have to be cliché. In fact, it could be super subtle with the ability to be repurposed throughout the year. How? Choose throw blankets and pillows that stick within your colour scheme but don’t have any Christmas messaging or symbols. We recommend the same approach when it comes to decorative accessories. For example, the Bed Bath N’ Table Antler screams Christmas when seen next to other festive pieces, but when styled in another season, it could have a completely different feel to it.

We know that planning for Christmas home décor can be a really big deal! Everyone wants their home to feel stylish and welcoming all while maintaining that festive vibe. Luckily, achieving this balance is simpler than ever this year with Aspley Homemaker City. Find all your fave holiday home décor essentials under one roof. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and happy decorating!

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Creating The Perfect Christmas Tablescape

Here at Aspley Homemaker City, we are well and truly in the Christmas spirit! Our beautiful retailers have their amazing new Christmas décor on display and the carols and festive tunes are right around the corner. We love the festive season as it incorporates all the things we love most; spending time with loved ones, eating delicious food and decorating our homes in a beautifully themed way. One of the many aspects we love about decorating our home for Christmas is styling our dining table for the big day. There are a few key elements that go into creating the perfect Christmas tablescape and today we are sharing all of our secrets with you. We hope this leaves you inspired, joyful and ready to host Christmas day this year for all your loved ones!

Pick Your Theme

The best place to start when thinking about designing your tablescape for Christmas is to narrow down a theme. There are so many different themes you can choose for Christmas decorating and some of our favourites include traditional, bright and colourful, native and natural or glamorous and metallic. Our beautiful retailers have some amazing pieces that will work perfectly with your chosen theme. Provincial Home Living have some beautiful, themed ranges including their navy, gold and silver collection that would be perfect for a glamourous and metallic theme. Or why not go bold and try their mixture of pink, orange and green for a fun and bright take on Christmas decorating! If you can’t go past a traditional look, then a colour palette of green, red, and gold is always a crowd favourite. Your theme should be intertwined within every aspect of the tablescape decorating from the linen tablecloths and napkins to the name tags, flowers, and dinnerware. If you are struggling to pinpoint an exact style you love, we recommend jumping online to Pinterest to curate your theme and find an abundance of inspiration.

The Essentials

To create the perfect Christmas tablescape you need to ensure that all the essential items are catered for. This includes dinner plates, side plates, dessert bowls, cutlery, water glasses and wine glasses. Other important aspects that we believe are non-negotiables are beautiful linen napkins, placemats, name tags and bonbons. When setting your table for Christmas lunch, start by laying your placemats, followed by your dinner plate in the centre, with the side plate and dessert bowl on top. Continue by placing the fork to the left of the plate, the knife to the right and the spoon to the right of the knife. Traditionally, a water glass is placed at 1pm on the top right, followed by the wine glasses to the right again. If you follow these simple steps, you will have the perfect tablescape layout and your guests are sure to be impressed by your thoughtfulness! You can pick up some gorgeous dinnerware, glassware and serving ware from a variety of our retailers such as Freedom, Provincial Home Living and Pillow Talk.

Decorate

Remember that when decorating your table for Christmas lunch it is always important to leave space for the food if you are following a grazing style. We love leaving space down the centre of the table where family can pick and choose their sides or dessert and help themselves with some gorgeous serving ware. To elevate your table and take it to the next level in style, we recommend adding a few key pieces to finish off the design. When selecting placemats and napkins, opt for a fun print in a beautiful linen fabric to tie in with your theme as mentioned above. We love adding candlesticks and a number of small vases with foliage or blooms to create a styled look without blocking the view of your guests. To finish off the tablescape we suggest adding some fun name tags or a Christmas bauble to the centre of each place setting. If you are after some beautiful tablescape inspiration, we recommend heading into Provincial Home Living where you will find some gorgeous displays and product you can pick up for your big day!

If you would like some help with curating the perfect Christmas tablescape, then click here to book in for your complimentary styling session with our Resident Stylist. We look forward to seeing you soon here at Aspley Homemaker City where we can help you find inspiration and shop for all your decorating needs this Christmas.

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