The ultimate gift guide
Presents for Mum, Dad, the little ones and even the almost grown-ups
TO ENJOY TIME WITH YOUR LOVED ONES, AND SPOIL THEM
CELEBRATE YOUR CHRISTMAS MOMENTS
Iridescent blue faceted Murano glass charm $59
The most joyous time of the year is upon us once again. We’ve put together a complete guide on how to get into the festive spirit, with everything from gifts for the whole family to six steps to throwing the perfect Christmas feast. We’ve even got you covered with what to wear for the holiday season and how to prepare your home for guests. Merry Christmas and happy shopping from Stockland Shellharbour!
DICK SMITH ICONA PUMP COFFEE MACHINE ECO310BK $299
PERFECT FOR MUM
Spoil the special lady in your life with beautiful, thoughtful gifts that are both enjoyable and practical.
WHETHER IT’S FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND, SISTER OR GIRLFRIEND, GIVE HER SOMETHING SHE’S BEEN EYEING
Shopping for the men in your life is a lot of fun. Give your brother something you’d love him to wear, Dad something he can use and your main man something a little luxurious.
ANGUS & COOTE
FRESH SOLES
Whether you’re replacing a wellworn pair of dress shoes or adding to his sneaker collection, you can’t go wrong with a new pair of kicks.
Fill the little ones’ Santa sacks with presents they can use all summer. Bright, quirky and interactive toys will keep them entertained and their brains active throughout their holidays.
FOR ALMOST GROWN-UPS
Don’t be afraid! Teenagers are easy to buy for; they just love all the latest, greatest and Instagram-worthy stuff. Here are our top picks that won’t send you broke.
A PERSONAL TOUCH
We all have a friend whose home makes us feel like we’re in a magazine spread. Gift that friend something special they can put on display and cherish.
BED BATH N’ TABLE GINGER JAR HEXAGON $44.95,
$59.95, RECTANGLE $39.95
MYHOUSE METALLIC PINEAPPLE
$29.95
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Greet your guests with a beautiful-smelling home. Light a fragrant candle in the entryway so they’ll feel welcomed as soon as they step in the front door. Diffuser reeds will keep the bathroom smelling fresh.
THE RIGHT AMBIANCE
Make sure you have adequate lighting throughout your entertainment spaces. Strings of fairy lights are a really simple way to add extra light to outside areas, and they look pretty too.
Prep time!
CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING HAS NEVER BEEN SO EASY WITH THESE TOP TIPS ON HOW TO CREATE A RELAXING AND CHEERFUL HOME FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON.
GUEST-READY
Stock the pantry with special treats to impress your guests when you are finishing off the night with a cuppa. Everyone loves something sweet just before bed.
FOR FURRY FRIENDS
THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
If you aren’t one to go overboard with the festive decorations, add subtle hints throughout your home with Christmasthemed tea towels and serviettes.
Don’t forget about the family favourite – your four-legged companion. Best Friends has a great range of Christmas gifts for pets, as well as advent calendars filled with doggy treats.
HOME COMFORTS
Place luxurious body wash and moisturiser in the bathroom just in case your guests have forgotten theirs. It’s the little things...
THE FINISHING TOUCH
Get beautiful wrapping paper on a budget by visiting The Reject Shop. You’ll find an assortment of Christmas designs and accessories from just $2 each.
MYHOUSE
DUSK ANJOU ORGANDIE 3 WICK CANDLE $59.99, ANJOU ORGANDIE MOOD REED $49.99
AHINAH MOR BELOVED MARSHMELLOW GIFT SET $49.95
What to serve ENTERTAINING
SIX STEPS TO CREATE A JOYFUL CHRISTMAS FEAST FOR YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES.
DELICIOUS MEAT
What’s a Christmas feast without a table filled with everyone’s favourite meats? You’ll find every type of festive delight you could dream of at Bush’s Fresh Meats (P 4296 9955), Red Lea Chickens (P 4295 4494) and The Meat Market Co (P 4297 0655). Pop in-centre for a wide range of pork, ham, turkey, duck, goose and chicken.
A LITTLE POP!
Treat your guests to a good drop of sparkling champagne to be enjoyed all day long.
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There’s no need to leave the house for your morning latte when you can make café-quality coffee at home. Pick up a bag of Jamaica Blue’s Signature Blend Coffee beans, which also comes in a ground pack version for convenience.
THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD
The epitome of an Australian Christmas, you can’t go past fresh prawns, scallops and fish. Pick up your family’s favourites from Shellharbour Square Fish Market. P 4295 1232
SIDE SALADS
Coles and Woolworths have all your seasonal produce needs covered with their wide range of fruit and veg, as well as delis filled with cheeses, pre-made salads and sandwich meats.
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SWEET TREATS
No need to fuss in the kitchen over dessert this Christmas; make your day memorable with a patisserie-quality gingerbread house or chocolat pudding from Michel’s Patisserie or pick up some delightful fruit mince tarts or a traditional Christmas cake from Bakers Delight.
SHELLHARBOUR SQUARE FISH MARKET
BAKERS DELIGHT
LIQUORLAND MOUTARD
BRUT GRANDE CUVEE NV CHAMPAGNE 750ML $25
JAMAICA BLUE SIGNATURE BLEND COFFEE BEANS 250G $11.50
Let your creativity flow and have fun doing up the Christmas table. Pick up a few ready-made decorations or try your hand at some DIY.
FRESH BLOOMS
Personalise your Christmas table with fresh flowers from Magnolia Florist. Made to order, choose flowers that will perfectly complement your table setting.
