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6 simple Christmas decorating ideas

’tis the season… give your home festive flair, no matter the occasion  - by Diana Moore
  • 11 Dec 2019
6 simple Christmas decorating ideas
Mikkel Vang

Whether you’re expecting guests or simply want to create a festive feeling in your home this Christmas, simple and pretty decorative touches bring your living spaces alive with promise.

Christmas decorating ideas | Home Beautiful Magazine Australia
Mikkel Vang

1. Making merry

Welcome Santa with a well-dressed tree, hanging garlands, creatively wrapped gifts and a modern palette of red, white and pink.

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2. Consider the kids

When entertaining with other families, set out fun activities for the kids on arrival – Christmas craft, festive drinks, fun snacks and keepsakes set the scene, occupy small children and engage them together in a merry mood.

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3. Holiday cheer

Decorate your backyard with summery accents for a relaxed champagne breakfast or brunch in the sunshine.

4. Set the slow scene

Encourage lounging around in areas around your outdoor spaces by draping throws, plumping cushions and, if you have a pool, beach towels, at the ready for swimmers.

Christmas decorating ideas | Home Beautiful Magazine Australia.
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5. A laidback lunch

Set the scene for a memorable family meal with a pared-back palette and handmade decorations. Add divine details of place cards, floral or festive treats set on each plate and your best linen to dress the table.

6. Garden party

Enjoy aperitivo under softly twinkling lights and create subtly festive ambience for evening soirees at cocktail hour with elegant paper lanterns amidst the greenery.

Time to celebrate!

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Diana Moore
Diana Moore
Content expert, florist and interior decorator Diana Moore has been passionate about helping others make the perfect home ever since she moved into her own. From styling her local bar to feel like your best friend’s lounge room, to randomly restyling people’s bookshelves, Diana is a firm believer in making the best of what you have in front of you.

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