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Last minute Interior presents for Christmas

We’ve all had our fair share of last minute moments especially with Christmas gifts. It usually starts with us thinking carefully about what our loved ones would like and then spending some time hunting down that perfect present. But with many plans, they don’t always go as smoothly, we might second-guess our decisions or get the feeling that we haven’t quite found ‘the one’.

Many interior gifts offer great design, do not usually follow specific trends and are therefore timeless. So today on the blog, we bring you our favourite Christmas present choices which you can pick up at the last minute and will be sure to be a winner with your loved ones.

Ideal for someone who likes an elegant touch in their home

Pinched vase, Kelly Hoppen, £120

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For the design enthusiast in the family, add some fresh urban style to their sofa

Chinese paper silk cushion, Moody Monday, £132

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Know someone with a glam home? they’ll love you for brightening up their space

Zoffany Cicero table lamp, Amara, £431

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Perfect for the friend who doesn’t need an excuse to have a stand out piece

Wall sculpture, LuxDeco, £240

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In stylish vessels, these candles will appeal to anyone who values cosy nights in

Scent candles, gift set of 3, Heals, £80

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This is the perfect present for framing this year’s Christmas memories

Photograph bookend, Linley, £250

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A keen hostess will appreciate some earthy designs  in her living room

Enamel bowl, BoConcept, £109

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Hope you’ve been inspired. Let us know about some of your purchases.

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Creative ideas for your Christmas presents

With Christmas swiftly approaching, many of us have started our annual shopping sprees. Some people are already done but if you’re like some others, you’ll probably leave it till 1-2 weeks before to get the adrenaline pumping.

Whatever the case, you want your presents to stand out from all the rest. The presentation is as important as the gift inside waiting to be revealed on Christmas day. You don’t have to be a pro to knock up something that looks gorgeous and well thought-out.

We start our new Christmas themed series sharing some unique ways to make your presents stand out this Christmas season and become the favourite gift giver among your friends and family.

(1) Consider moving from the usual Christmas wrapping paper, let simple colours shine.

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Images via Lost At E Minor and Sarah Hearts

(2) Accessorise with pretty Christmas ornaments

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Images via Marie Claire Idees and Make Create Do

(3) Add some glitter and sparkle  

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Images via Victoria Mag, The Sweetest Occasion and Centsational Girl

(4) Let beautiful wallpaper do the talking

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Images via Kelly Wearstler

(5) Introduce the unexpected with feathers

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Images via Lia Griffith, Paper Crave and Carolyne Roehm.

(6) Or just keep things simple with this luxe monochromatic look

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Image via Trendenser

Get wrapping. Let us know any of your own creative ideas.