Preparing your house for the holidays

Combine the silly season with the summer season with our guide to preparing your house for the holidays! Whether you’re sharing your home with family and friends or keeping it quiet and simple, avoid the stress of last-minute preparations with a little of our help. By preparing for Christmas early using our Christmas checklist, you’ll be sure to enjoy every moment in the lead up to the big day.

Step 1: Declutter

First things first – Declutter. This might sound like an odd one, however, hear us out. With all the magical Christmas decorating you’re about to fill your space with and all the toys and presents that’ll be opened on Christmas Day; it’s a great idea to declutter your space well ahead of time. We don’t want to panic on Christmas Eve that the house is cluttered, and guests are arriving tomorrow!

Step 2: Don’t forget the garden

In Australia we’re so lucky to celebrate this magical season in sunny weather so be sure you don’t forget about the back garden; we’ll need somewhere to play backyard cricket after all! Take a moment to make sure weeds are cleared, the outdoor furniture has been wiped down and any outdoor table linen and dinnerware is ready to go. While you’re focused on the garden, it’s a great time to consider adding some new additions from outdoor cushions to stylish outdoor rugs.

Step 3: Stock up with batteries

When it comes to Christmas morning this is one of the most important preparations! When the little ones open their presents and want to play with them right away, you’ll be thankful you stocked up.

Step 4: Add a festive touch

Now comes the fun part! Our homes are our place of sanctuary and are the canvas upon which we can reflect our personality. From hanging decorations on the Christmas tree to welcoming guests with festive door decorations, adding a festive touch to your home decor will fill your home with holiday cheer. This Christmas choose a palette that is ‘you’ from our four style stories and discover the style that feels authentic to you and your family this Christmas.

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Step 5: Table décor

Sharing a meal with family and friends at Christmas time is one of the most magical, memory-making moments of the entire year. It’s that time of year when you can bring out the special touches, from coloured glassware to textural placemats and Christmas table decorations. Looking for ideas on how to style your table this holidays? Check out our blog on how to style your Christmas table here.

Step 6: Food, drink and lots of it

This is perhaps our favourite step! The scene is set and now it’s time to enjoy the festivities with an abundance of food and drink. Coming home, coming together, sharing dishes made from decades-old family recipes, there’s nothing else quite like it.

Now that we’ve checked off the Christmas checklist and we’re all prepared for Christmas, the last thing to do is enjoy the magical memories Christmas brings! From our Pillow Talk family to yours we hope you have a wonderful Christmas season.