Is it even Christmas here in Australia without including a nativity scene in your festive decor? For me, the nativity really captures what Christmas is all about – the story of baby Jesus’ birth brought beautifully to life. I’ve always found that adding a nativity set to my home not only feels timeless and classic … Read more
Would it even feel like December without Christmas baubles? I don’t think so! Baubles are such an iconic part of festive decor – whether you’re going for classic red and gold or mixing it up with pink, black, or even Tiffany blue. For me, opening the bauble box each year brings back so many happy … Read more
One of my favourite parts of Christmas in Australia is decorating the outside of our home – and nothing gets more attention (or more smiles!) than a good Christmas inflatable. Each year, we try to add something new to our outdoor display, and I have to say, there’s just something about a giant Santa or … Read more
Would it even be December without Christmas crackers? Pulling a cracker before tucking into Christmas lunch is absolutely de rigueur in our house – whether we’re gathered around a formal dining table with all the trimmings, or enjoying prawns and pav out the back by the pool. I love how a simple snap, pop and … Read more
If you’re anything like me, switching out the usual cushions for Christmas cushions each December is one of my favourite and easiest ways to bring festive cheer into the home. There’s just something about soft, cosy Christmas pillows scattered around the living room or on the bed that instantly lifts the holiday spirit. Plus, it’s … Read more
Christmas tree decorating is possibly one of the best activities to do during the festive season. The various colours always bring a touch of fun to your home. But, sometimes, one must do away with traditional decorations – for a more sophisticated look, consider a Christmas tree with white ornaments. It may seem bland, but … Read more
What Christmas traditions are your favourite? Between watching Christmas movies with the kids and going shopping for gifts, it’s hard to pick just one. But decorating during the Christmas season is surely high on your list. Kids and adults love to adorn their houses in wreaths, put up Christmas trees, and hang stockings on mantelpieces. … Read more
One of my favourite parts of Christmas is decorating the outside of the house. There’s just something so joyful about walking or driving down a street full of twinkling lights and festive cheer—it really brings the whole neighbourhood to life. Over the years, I’ve gradually built up my own outdoor Christmas collection, and every December, … Read more
Every year as Christmas approaches, I find myself pulling out the big box of decorations and rediscovering all the little things that make the season feel magical. And for me, it’s not just about the tree—adding wreaths and garlands around the house is what really brings the whole festive vibe together. There’s something so charming … Read more
I’ve always loved decorating for Christmas—it’s the moment the season really comes alive in our home. In Australia, where we swap snow for sunshine and cosy fires for backyard BBQs, decorating is a special kind of fun. Over the years, I’ve collected a mix of traditional and Aussie-inspired Christmas decorations, and every December, our home … Read more
