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5 INSIDE WORD Shop, Feast, Experience

7 SAVE THE DATE

8 GIG GUIDE

15 HOME Outdoor Furniture & Design 22 DIY CHRISTMAS CRAFTS

26 SHOW HOMES

34 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

32 LANDSCAPING

40 FASHION Whats hot for the festive party season

45 BEAUTY Prepare your skin for summer

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PUBLISHER Charlotte Smulders Star Media 12 Venture Place, Middleton Christchurch 8024 379 7100

GROUP EDITOR Kate Preece [email protected]

EDITOR Majka Kaiser [email protected]

ADVERTISING Juliet Dickson Area manager/Co-ordinator 364 7409 / 021 688 159 [email protected]

Viv Montgomerie Account executive 364 7494 / 021 914 428 [email protected]

DESIGN Emma O'Sullivan

MULTI AWARD-WINNING PUBLISHING COMPANY DECEMBER 2015

Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to develop and celebrate their individual style in life, home and fashion. A monthly publication, Style is presented on high grade gloss stock with a hard cover. Delivered flow wrapped to top real estate value homes around Christchurch, it targets readers with a high disposable income. Designed to inspire, Style has a lengthy shelf life that offers excellent value for your advertising choice.

Star Media is not responsible for any actions taken on the information in these articles. The information and views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the opinion of Star Media or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information within this magazine, however Star Media can accept no liability for the accuracy of all the information.

The Christmas countdown is on and as the excitement builds for a well-deserved break over summer, we bring you all you need to prepare your outdoor living and entertaining areas.

We talk to two leading interior designers who reveal valuable insider knowledge about outdoor furnishings that provide us with more options than ever before to create a cohesive transition between our indoor retreats and outdoor oases.

In preparation for Christmas Day we have some great craft ideas for creating your own personalised crackers, gift-wrapping, and a wall hung tree for those short on space. Try out our recipe for delicious European Christmas cookies, and if youre stuck for ideas on how to spoil your loved ones, check out our Christmas Gift Guide for some great suggestions.

Decembers fashion focus on stylish resort wear offers some top picks from the Style team to see you through the summer holidays, and our beauty and health experts share some stellar advice on how to care for your skin and prepare you for a healthy kick start to the New Year.

Happy Holidays from the Style team!

Majka KaiserSTYLE EDITOR

STYLE | inside word 5

CHRISTCHURCH InsIde Word

The couple behind Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar have taken their obsession to the next level with their new restaurant within the newly refurbished heritage building on Poplar Lane. Booths divided by

bamboo stakes against a backdrop of red brick create cosy havens to dine on signature dishes like their hot soupy pork and ginger xiaolongbao alongside bites like their delectable open-faced bao burger stuffed with free-range pork belly or fried tofu with fresh coriander, cucumber

and hoisin sauce. Wash down these Chinese morsels with your favourite tipple and finish with an inspired dessert dumpling Wed-Sun, 11am to late.

Five years in the making, a new art gallery has opened in Lytteltons London Street. Although 50 Works Gallery owner,

Ronnie Kelly, bought the dilapidated heritage building prior to the earthquakes,

repairs to his Lyttelton family home took precedence and plans to open the

gallery were put on the back burner. Trained at the Glasgow School of Art, Ronnie

has since worked in London as a designer and illustrator and later working in exhibition

management and design in museum and art galleries. Drawing on his experience as

programmes manager at the Robert McDougall Art Gallery and the Southland Art Gallery and

Museum, 50 Works will hold regular exhibitions showcasing both emerging and established

New Zealand and international artists.A joint exhibition of Christchurch-based artists, Maryrose Crook and Wilhelmus Ruifrok, whose work explores memory, nostalgia and historical

and environmental references, is on now and runs until 31 January.

Visit the gallery on Fridays 1-5pm and weekends 10-5pm for a dose of culture.

PHOTO Majka Kaiser

Piko Wholefoods is back in a brand new natural and sustainable building on

their old city site on the corner of Barbadoes and

Kilmore streets. Still going strong since it first opened its

doors in 1979, Piko is the place to visit for all your

organic wholefood needs.

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PUBLISHER Charlotte Smulders Star Media 12 Venture Place, Middleton Christchurch 8024 379 7100

GROUP EDITOR Kate Preece [email protected]

EDITOR Majka Kaiser [email protected]

ADVERTISING Juliet Dickson Area manager/Co-ordinator 364 7409 / 021 688 159 [email protected]

Viv Montgomerie Account executive 364 7494 / 021 914 428 [email protected]

DESIGN Emma O'Sullivan

MULTI AWARD-WINNING PUBLISHING COMPANY DECEMBER 2015

Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to develop and celebrate their individual style in life, home and fashion. A monthly publication, Style is presented on high grade gloss stock with a hard cover. Delivered flow wrapped to top real estate value homes around Christchurch, it targets readers with a high disposable income. Designed to inspire, Style has a lengthy shelf life that offers excellent value for your advertising choice.

Star Media is not responsible for any actions taken on the information in these articles. The information and views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the opinion of Star Media or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information within this magazine, however Star Media can accept no liability for the accuracy of all the information.

The Christmas countdown is on and as the excitement builds for a well-deserved break over summer, we bring you all you need to prepare your outdoor living and entertaining areas.

We talk to two leading interior designers who reveal valuable insider knowledge about outdoor furnishings that provide us with more options than ever before to create a cohesive transition between our indoor retreats and outdoor oases.

In preparation for Christmas Day we have some great craft ideas for creating your own personalised crackers, gift-wrapping, and a wall hung tree for those short on space. Try out our recipe for delicious European Christmas cookies, and if youre stuck for ideas on how to spoil your loved ones, check out our Christmas Gift Guide for some great suggestions.

Decembers fashion focus on stylish resort wear offers some top picks from the Style team to see you through the summer holidays, and our beauty and health experts share some stellar advice on how to care for your skin and prepare you for a healthy kick start to the New Year.

Happy Holidays from the Style team!

Majka KaiserSTYLE EDITOR


CHRISTCHURCH InsIde Word

The couple behind Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar have taken their obsession to the next level with their new restaurant within the newly refurbished heritage building on Poplar Lane. Booths divided by

bamboo stakes against a backdrop of red brick create cosy havens to dine on signature dishes like their hot soupy pork and ginger xiaolongbao alongside bites like their delectable open-faced bao burger stuffed with free-range pork belly or fried tofu with fresh coriander, cucumber

and hoisin sauce. Wash down these Chinese morsels with your favourite tipple and finish with an inspired dessert dumpling Wed-Sun, 11am to late.

Five years in the making, a new art gallery has opened in Lytteltons London Street. Although 50 Works Gallery owner,

Ronnie Kelly, bought the dilapidated heritage building prior to the earthquakes,

repairs to his Lyttelton family home took precedence and plans to open the

gallery were put on the back burner. Trained at the Glasgow School of Art, Ronnie

has since worked in London as a designer and illustrator and later working in exhibition

management and design in museum and art galleries. Drawing on his experience as

programmes manager at the Robert McDougall Art Gallery and the Southland Art Gallery and

Museum, 50 Works will hold regular exhibitions showcasing both emerging and established

New Zealand and international artists.A joint exhibition of Christchurch-based artists, Maryrose Crook and Wilhelmus Ruifrok, whose work explores memory, nostalgia and historical

and environmental references, is on now and runs until 31 January.

Visit the gallery on Fridays 1-5pm and weekends 10-5pm for a dose of culture.

PHOTO Majka Kaiser

Piko Wholefoods is back in a brand new natural and sustainable building on

their old city site on the corner of Barbadoes and

Kilmore streets. Still going strong since it first opened its

doors in 1979, Piko is the place to visit for all your

organic wholefood needs.

True GriT Hair Spa hAS SCoopeD NeW ZeALAND'S hAiR AND BeAuTy TRAiNiNG

iNDuSTRy'S TRAiNiNG SALoN oF The yeAR AWARD.

'Relics from the Daughters of the Desert', by Maryrose Crook.

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Now Krug Grande Cuvee is available by the flute from five oclock every evening. Collaborating with the head chef of Bloody

Marys in Latimer Square a unique food match has been created for your enjoyment. Enjoy your flute of champers with a quarter dozen

champagne tempura pacific oysters served with decadent black truffles with a wasabi

mayonnaise, wakame and radish. The ideal indulgence during the party season.

The couple behind boutique catering company, Eaton Drink Co,

Nikki Collins and Toby Eaton, have developed Cocktail Mail,

enabling anyone and everyone the opportunity to be their own private

bartender at home. Delivered to your door, the

boxed set contains step-by-step instructions for a range of seasonal

cocktail recipes together with quality spirits, hand-made syrups, and a complimentary piece of bar equipment to begin building your

cocktail arsenal. A fabulous Christmas gift, each

Cocktail Mail comes in a branded wooden presentation box and is

available exclusively online at

www.eatondrink.co.

If the thought of working out under the scrutiny of ultra buff bodies puts you off committing to a gym membership, then you will love

Les Mills free cardio classes in Hagley Park over the summer. Every Sunday kicks off at 9.30am with a half-hour cardio workout followed

by a 45-minute Body Balance class. What a fabulous way to enjoy the great outdoors and keep fit!

Following much anticipation, Little Poms, has proudly opened its doors to reveal a slick new caf next door to longstanding Christchurch

pub, Pomeroys. An eloquent mix of contemporary dcor accents and heritage elements create a hotspot for early morning coffee fixes,

breakfast, brunch and lunch, six days a week. Blueberry hotcakes are an immediate favourite among a range of

mouth-watering seasonal dishes.

PHOTO Majka Kaiser

STYLE | save the date 7

3 - 6 2015 Chinese Film Festival Hoyts Riccarton

4, 6, 26, 28 2015/2016 Season of Cricket Pack a picnic, slap on some sunscreen and take the whole family for the best of cricket season this summer. Hagley Park South canterburycricket.org.nz

5 The Christchurch | South Island Wine & Food Festival Indulge your taste buds with an abundance of culinary delights from around New Zealand. Hagley Park North winefestival.co.nz

5 Massive Messiah Sing-a-long Bring your own score to sing along favorites like Hallelujah Chorus, For Unto Us a Child is Born, and All We Like Sheep to usher in this Christmas season. Church of St Michael

6 Santa Parade Stake your piece of pavement on Riccarton to see spectacular floats, celebrities, animals, fantasy, marching girls, music, and the star of the show, Santa himself. christchurchsantaparade.co.nz

8 - 24 Never Felt Better Group show Featuring five New Zealand abstract painters: Tony de Lautour, Jonathan Glover, Roy Good, Rebecca Hasselman and Adrienne Millwood. Chambers 241

10 SPECTRUM Street Art Festival The worlds biggest international street artists are complimented by an array of New Zealands finest talent at the

YMCA and walls across town. streetart.co.nz

10 Craft Beer Tasting & Matching 2015 Recap Revisit your favourite craft beers of 2015 with beer tastings and food matchings featuring Three Boys Brewery & Two Thumb Brewing Co. Monza Sports Bar chchcasino.co.nz

12 Carols in the Square A fun free, family event with live music, bouncy castles, face painting and carols. singing. Cathedral Square

12 New Brighton Christmas Parade A fantastic day of Christmas fun and entertainment, great stalls, delicious food, and the Big Man.

12 A Christmas Carnival An hilarious, jaw-dropping show thats just a little bit naughty! circotica.com

12 Shapeshifter with Kora, Ladi6, Ahoribuzz & Sunshine Sound System. Hagley Park North dashtickets.co.nz

21 A Canterbury Christmas Enjoy well-loved yuletide favourites and classical gems likeTchaikovskys Nutcracker and sing along carols O Come All Ye Faithful. Isaac Theatre Royal cso.co.nz

24 YMCA Carols by Candlelight Enjoy the magic of Christmas Eve with friends and family. Latimer Square

Email your events to Juliet Dickson at [email protected]

12A Christmas Carnival

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21CSO at the Isaac Theatre Royal

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Now Krug Grande Cuvee is available by the flute from five oclock every evening. Collaborating with the head chef of Bloody

Marys in Latimer Square a unique food match has been created for your enjoyment. Enjoy your flute of champers with a quarter dozen

champagne tempura pacific oysters served with decadent black truffles with a wasabi

mayonnaise, wakame and radish. The ideal indulgence during the party season.

The couple behind boutique catering company, Eaton Drink Co,

Nikki Collins and Toby Eaton, have developed Cocktail Mail,

enabling anyone and everyone the opportunity to be their own private

bartender at home. Delivered to your door, the

boxed set contains step-by-step instructions for a range of seasonal

cocktail recipes together with quality spirits, hand-made syrups, and a complimentary piece of bar equipment to begin building your

cocktail arsenal. A fabulous Christmas gift, each

Cocktail Mail comes in a branded wooden presentation box and is

available exclusively online at

www.eatondrink.co.

If the thought of working out under the scrutiny of ultra buff bodies puts you off committing to a gym membership, then you will love

Les Mills free cardio classes in Hagley Park over the summer. Every Sunday kicks off at 9.30am with a half-hour cardio workout followed

by a 45-minute Body Balance class. What a fabulous way to enjoy the great outdoors and keep fit!

Following much anticipation, Little Poms, has proudly opened its doors to reveal a slick new caf next door to longstanding Christchurch

pub, Pomeroys. An eloquent mix of contemporary dcor accents and heritage elements create a hotspot for early morning coffee fixes,

breakfast, brunch and lunch, six days a week. Blueberry hotcakes are an immediate favourite among a range of

mouth-watering seasonal dishes.

PHOTO Majka Kaiser

STYLE | save the date 7

3 - 6 2015 Chinese Film Festival Hoyts Riccarton

4, 6, 26, 28 2015/2016 Season of Cricket Pack a picnic, slap on some sunscreen and take the whole family for the best of cricket season this summer. Hagley Park South canterburycricket.org.nz

5 The Christchurch | South Island Wine & Food Festival Indulge your taste buds with an abundance of culinary delights from around New Zealand. Hagley Park North winefestival.co.nz

5 Massive Messiah Sing-a-long Bring your own score to sing along favorites like Hallelujah Chorus, For Unto Us a Child is Born, and All We Like Sheep to usher in this Christmas season. Church of St Michael

6 Santa Parade Stake your piece of pavement on Riccarton to see spectacular floats, celebrities, animals, fantasy, marching girls, music, and the star of the show, Santa himself. christchurchsantaparade.co.nz

8 - 24 Never Felt Better Group show Featuring five New Zealand abstract painters: Tony de Lautour, Jonathan Glover, Roy Good, Rebecca Hasselman and Adrienne Millwood. Chambers 241

10 SPECTRUM Street Art Festival The worlds biggest international street artists are complimented by an array of New Zealands finest talent at the

YMCA and walls across town. streetart.co.nz

10 Craft Beer Tasting & Matching 2015 Recap Revisit your favourite craft beers of 2015 with beer tastings and food matchings featuring Three Boys Brewery & Two Thumb Brewing Co. Monza Sports Bar chchcasino.co.nz

12 Carols in the Square A fun free, family event with live music, bouncy castles, face painting and carols. singing. Cathedral Square

12 New Brighton Christmas Parade A fantastic day of Christmas fun and entertainment, great stalls, delicious food, and the Big Man.

12 A Christmas Carnival An hilarious, jaw-dropping show thats just a little bit naughty! circotica.com

12 Shapeshifter with Kora, Ladi6, Ahoribuzz & Sunshine Sound System. Hagley Park North dashtickets.co.nz

21 A Canterbury Christmas Enjoy well-loved yuletide favourites and classical gems likeTchaikovskys Nutcracker and sing along carols O Come All Ye Faithful. Isaac Theatre Royal cso.co.nz

24 YMCA Carols by Candlelight Enjoy the magic of Christmas Eve with friends and family. Latimer Square

Email your events to Juliet Dickson at [email protected]

12A Christmas Carnival

circotica.com PHOTO: Penny Nichols Photography

21CSO at the Isaac Theatre Royal

cso.co.nz

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Dr Renan, 10.30pm

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Elevators, 10pm

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Ash-S, 10pm

Casa Publica, 167 Armagh St

D'Sendantz Duo, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Kitchen Collective, 6.30pm

Antony Pickard, 9.45pm

The Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Funky Hot Mamas, 9pm

Trevinos

SAT 05Lisa Verhuel, 7pm;

DJ Double Feature feat.

DJs Koni &

Masta K, 10.30pm

Baretta

Ctrl Alt Rock, 10.30pm

Carlton

Empire presents

Nowhere, 10.30pm


Andy Page, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 10pm


X-Files duo, 9pm

Trevinos

SUN 06Siobhaun Russell, 5pm

Baretta

Marcel, 4pm

Carlton

Matt Hall, 4pm


MON 07Bobby Lee, 6pm

Carlton

BigRig, 6pm


TUE 08SansTribe, 6pm

Carlton

Nacoa, 6pm


WED 09Kate Anastasiou, 6pm

Baretta

Assembly Required, 8.30pm

Carlton

Willy Styles, 8.30pm


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Baretta

D'Sendantz, 9pm

Carlton

Ash-S, 9pm


Davey Backyard, 5.30pm

Parallels, 8.30pm


FRI 11Mark Mckenzie, 5pm

Parallells, 7.30pm

DJ Mike T, 10.30pm

Baretta

Shadow Puppet, 10pm

Carlton

Soul Provider, 10pm


D'Sendantz Duo, 8pm

Morrell & Co

James Scott, 6.30pm

DJ Koni, 9.30pm


Nyree, 9pm

Trevinos

SAT 12Nick Lee, 7pm;


DJs Lachie & Vlad,10.30pm

Baretta

Crop Duster, 10.30pm

Carlton

John Ussher, 10.30pm


Topia, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Siobhan Russell, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 10pm


Reckless duo, 9pm

Trevinos

SUN 13Emily Cherie, 1pm

Baretta

Nick Lee, 4pm

Carlton

Dr Sanchez, 4pm


MON 14Midge McLeary, 6pm

Carlton

Manny Fresh, 6pm


TUE 15Matt Hall, 6pm

Carlton

Nacoa, 6pm


WED 16Vintage Blue, 6pm

Baretta


Carlton

Switch, 8pm


THUR 17Antony Pickard, 7pm

Baretta

Elevators, 9pm

Carlton

Oakley Grenell, 9pm


Willie McArthur, 6pm


FRI 18Nick Lee, 4pm;

Corner Sounds, 7.30pm;

DJ Master K, 10.30pm

Baretta

Flat City Brotherhood, 10pm

Carlton

GMC, 10pm


Xmas Special feat.

Topia, 5pm

Nick Lee, 9pm

Morrell & Co

Davey Backyard, 6.30pm

Lisa Verheul, 9.45pm


Dateless n Desperate

PopRockBand, 9pm

Trevinos

SAT 19Lisa Verhuel, 7pm;


DJs Vlad & Masta K, 10.30pm

Baretta

Smashbox, 10.30pm

Carlton

Bassfreaks present

Sin City, 10.30pm


Topia, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Sabor, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 10pm


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SUN 20Siobhaun Russell, 5pm

Baretta

Marcel, 4pm

Carlton

Matt Hall, 4pm


MON 21Moses, 6pm

Carlton

Switch, 6pm


TUE 22Willie McArthur, 6pm

Carlton

BigRig, 6pm


WED 23Caleb Isaacs, 6pm

Baretta


Carlton

Tido, 8.30pm


Reckless duo, 9pm

Trevinos

THUR 24 CHRISTMAS EVEAntony Pickard, 7pm

Baretta

w/ Guests, 9pm

Carlton

Willy Styles, 9pm


T B A, 6.30pm


FRI 25 CHRISTMAS DAY

SAT 26 BOXING DAYNick Lee, 7pm;

DJ Dr D w/lxtz, 10.30pm

Baretta

Flat City Brotherhood, 10.30pm

Carlton

SUN 27Emily Cherie, 1pm

Baretta

MON 28

TUE 29

WED 30

THUR 31 NEW YEARS EVEAntony Pickard Band, 8pm


DJs Vlad & Koni, 10.30pm

Baretta

Flat City Brotherhood, 10pm

Carlton

Topia, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Paralells, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 10pm


Reckless duo, 9pm

Trevinos

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Marking the return of arts and cultureto the central city after almost five years,

the race is on for the long-awaited reopening of the Christchurch Art Gallery on 19 December.

At the time of the February quake the Van der Velden: Otira exhibition was in its twelfth day and, as a fitting tribute, the first painting to be hung for the reopening this month is

one by John Gibb, which featured in the last show.The gallery foyer will showcase Bill Culberts Bebop from

the 2013 Venice Biennale and Michael Parekowhais highly recognisable sculpture of the bull on the grand piano

On First Looking into Chapmans Homer.

Hot on the heels of the unprecedented success of last summers SPECTRUM Street Art Festival, the extravaganza kicks off again this month. With seven exhibition spaces and 10 massive city centre walls from 15 of the worlds top street artists, SPECTRUM is set to take street

art in Christchurch to the next level.

See art in the making as Big Walls across the city are transformed over five days, starting 10 December, or visit the YMCA to see SPECTRUM from 11 December 2015, until 15 April 2016.

Bobby Hung AKA Berst, Auckland-based Chinese street artist.


Win one of two CSO 2016 season calendars. Simply email your contact details to [email protected] or text CSO2016 to 021 467 827 before Wednesday 16 December.

Order your calendar in time for Christmas from www.cso.co.nz or direct orders of three or more to Sarah Bramhall at [email protected] or call 03 423 9555.

FOr the muSOthe stylish 2016 CSO calendar will not only help keep track of upcoming CSO concerts, this fundraising initiative will also support the fine work of Christchurchs leading orchestra.

Rob The Rich Collection was conceived on the tropical beaches of Bali by home-grown Kiwi lads, Robbie Lanauze and Richard Eggelton. With a Robin Hood element to their business, procurement plays a major role all their products are produced by small local family village communities. For pop art, Balinese furniture, funky homewares, and more, visit the pop-up shop at The Colombo this month.

A charitable initiative from Farmers, purchase a limited-edition Christmas bauble ($10) and support hospice New Zealand. Designed by Kiwi artists michel tuffery and Letitia Lam, each glass bauble has been delicately handpainted and features two unique designs that showcase Kiwi natives, the kowhai and pohutukawa. All proceeds go to hospice New Zealand.

Style has 12 hospice Baubles to give away. Simply email your contact details to [email protected] or text hOSPICe to 021 467 827 before Wednesday 16 December.

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The echo of hooves belting down the track in far-off Flemington resounded, thanks to modern communication, around the confines of No. 4. Equally as loud were the cheers and whoops of merriment as the Foss Shanahan-Harcourts Melbourne Cup client event almost lifted the roof. With straining sinews and eyes filled with desperate purpose, the thoroughbreds sped to glory, watched around the world wherever racing devotees gather.

Foss Shanahan- Harcourts Melbourne Cup

Michael and Foss Shanahan

Robyn and Sue Clements, Alan Prescott

Russell Taylor, Mike Newcombe

Carrie and Philip George

Michael Shanahan, Pip and Foss Shanahan

Marion Murphy, Michael Shanahan, John Murphy

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The cool morning belied the heat that lay in-store later that day, for this was Trotting Cup Day, which requires a good fuelling if one is to cope with it at all. To this end, breakfast was up at the Grand Cafe at Christchurch Casino, where a steady stream of stylish folk filed in. Outfits ranging from the elegant to the outrageous were to be seen as the breakfasters prepared for the fun ahead. Snatches of conversation eavesdropped by this reporter, were of favourites, fashion, hats and horses as all the while plates came full and went away empty. Appetites for food now tamed, those for the thrill of a bet and excitement of a race were only just being whetted as the air became charged with anticipation.

Casino Cup Day Breakfast

Chris Todd, Laura Newton Tania Berhault, Kerry Taylor

Maryanne Capstick, Peter van Klink Lucy Li, Ivy Moore

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Vicki and Mike Ogden, Philippa Jacobs

In a city full of holes, it is good to know that at least one has been filled up. The hole in question is the site of the famous Hole in the Wall, which is an empty space no longer. The occupant of the aforementioned void is True Grit, back on the scene to style the heads of the town. The smart new salon blazed back to life with a glamorous grand opening complete with the most enviable array of edible and drinkable goodies imaginable. By the light of the retro industrial lamps which twinkled off the mirrored walls, guests were welcomed by Jacqui and Shane Victor to the new era of hairdressing, which, in a town of dust, is the sprinkling of magic called True Grit.

True Grit Grand Opening

Kiri and Lockie Wason

Samantha De Man, Amy Newfield, Haley Scandret

Josh Wilkie, Richard Victor, Jane Clutterbuck-Young

Michaela and Gaye Fleming, Lee Stanley

Michael Hammond, Nicole Mackes Lucy McArthur, Whitney Cook, Chantale HeronJacqui and Shane Victor

Alex Newfield, Callum McFarlane, Vincent De Man

Tania Berhault, Kerry Taylor

Meri Wynen, Elesha Ennis

Talia Marshall, Katie Flett

Bridget and Mark De Goldi

Maddie Hill-Lovett, Bronwyn Hil

Jo Skilling, Hannah Lamborn, Michelle Copland

George Cooper-Dixon, Lucy Gain

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The cool morning belied the heat that lay in-store later that day, for this was Trotting Cup Day, which requires a good fuelling if one is to cope with it at all. To this end, breakfast was up at the Grand Cafe at Christchurch Casino, where a steady stream of stylish folk filed in. Outfits ranging from the elegant to the outrageous were to be seen as the breakfasters prepared for the fun ahead. Snatches of conversation eavesdropped by this reporter, were of favourites, fashion, hats and horses as all the while plates came full and went away empty. Appetites for food now tamed, those for the thrill of a bet and excitement of a race were only just being whetted as the air became charged with anticipation.

Casino Cup Day Breakfast

Chris Todd, Laura Newton Tania Berhault, Kerry Taylor

Maryanne Capstick, Peter van Klink Lucy Li, Ivy Moore

Share your photoS. Go to facebook.com/SeebeSeen and alSo view more imaGeS from thiS event.

Eliana Delamere, Terangi Matenga

Vicki and Mike Ogden, Philippa Jacobs

In a city full of holes, it is good to know that at least one has been filled up. The hole in question is the site of the famous Hole in the Wall, which is an empty space no longer. The occupant of the aforementioned void is True Grit, back on the scene to style the heads of the town. The smart new salon blazed back to life with a glamorous grand opening complete with the most enviable array of edible and drinkable goodies imaginable. By the light of the retro industrial lamps which twinkled off the mirrored walls, guests were welcomed by Jacqui and Shane Victor to the new era of hairdressing, which, in a town of dust, is the sprinkling of magic called True Grit.

True Grit Grand Opening

Kiri and Lockie Wason

Samantha De Man, Amy Newfield, Haley Scandret

Josh Wilkie, Richard Victor, Jane Clutterbuck-Young

Michaela and Gaye Fleming, Lee Stanley

Michael Hammond, Nicole Mackes Lucy McArthur, Whitney Cook, Chantale HeronJacqui and Shane Victor

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Tania Berhault, Kerry Taylor

Meri Wynen, Elesha Ennis

Talia Marshall, Katie Flett

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Jo Skilling, Hannah Lamborn, Michelle Copland

George Cooper-Dixon, Lucy Gain

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Aaron Frazer, Olivia Keith

Gunthar Rowe, Lisa Eady

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Fundamental FurnishingsFurnishing your outdoor areas is just as important as your interiors, and with advancements in technology

surging ahead in leaps and bounds, the choice is bigger and better than ever before.

When shopping for outdoor furniture there are four key considerations to bear in mind; size, function, comfort and longevity. Map out the space you have to work within and ascertain what kinds of seating arrangements work best for the area, the number of people who will be using it, and be aware bulky furniture could overwhelm the space.

Look to materials that are easy care and will last the distance from one season to the next. The range of materials and textiles on offer thanks to the considerable

advancements in technology in recent years means there are more styles, colours and patterns available than ever before to create a connection between indoor and outdoor areas.

if you are willing and able to spend top dollar for quality that is designed to last a long time, consider colours and patterns that are timeless, so the materials dont end up outlasting your interest.

Make sure you understand the care and maintenance your chosen type of furniture and upholstery requires to keep it in tip-top condition. To get the

most out of your outdoor areas, furniture needs to be comfortable, otherwise youll find yourself retreating indoors before youve really had the chance to relax, so wherever possible sit in dining chairs and on loungers and sofas before your make your investment.

introducing a few strategically placed planters some of which can be a sculptural installation in themselves will soften hard edges and bring your outdoor lounging and entertaining areas to life.

If you cant find just what youre looking for on the showroom floor

consider approaching an interior design company to custom-make furniture that explicitly reflects your personal style, accommodates your specific requirements to suit your architecture, and fits within your designated outdoor area comfortably. Look to your interior design and style of indoor furniture to guide you towards a similar look for the outdoors.

nowadays, weather-resistant coatings on structural materials and textiles can take indoor furniture to the outdoors, creating a more cohesive look between the inside and outside of your home.

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Whether its a conservatory, courtyard or an open backyard, you can transform it into a second or third living space with all the comfort and intimacy your indoor living areas provide.

Fabrics now have quick-dry formulas so that, like interior fabrics, they are extremely tactile with beautiful colours and patterns. This allows us to extend out from our interior and treat our outdoor area as we would in our interior living spaces.

In a range of colours, wicker furniture is a popular trend this year. With a selection of modular

configurations from which to choose, it can be a great way to give your outdoor area a pop of colour with the functionality and versatility required for entertaining.

Sofas and armchairs layered with cushions and throws, pulled together with rugs, give a cosy intimacy, while cleverly positioned feature lighting can highlight key aspects of the garden; a fabulous way to make your outdoor areas feel just as inviting and dramatic as your interiors.

As New Zealand has a high UV rating it is important to keep sheltered from the sun and the changeable weather conditions here in Canterbury. Portable umbrellas are a convenient and effective way to protect you from the sun, while creating definitive areas outdoors.

One of the hottest items for

summer are the versatile Riverstone Poufs from New Zealand furniture designer, David Shaw.

These are modern and so multi-functional that they can be used as a seat, side table or even a drinks cooler, and transition easily from an indoor setting to the outdoors, giving your indoor/outdoor flow a cohesive look.

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Whether its a conservatory, courtyard or an open backyard, you can transform it into a second or third living space with all the comfort and intimacy your indoor living areas provide.

Fabrics now have quick-dry formulas so that, like interior fabrics, they are extremely tactile with beautiful colours and patterns. This allows us to extend out from our interior and treat our outdoor area as we would in our interior living spaces.

In a range of colours, wicker furniture is a popular trend this year. With a selection of modular

configurations from which to choose, it can be a great way to give your outdoor area a pop of colour with the functionality and versatility required for entertaining.

Sofas and armchairs layered with cushions and throws, pulled together with rugs, give a cosy intimacy, while cleverly positioned feature lighting can highlight key aspects of the garden; a fabulous way to make your outdoor areas feel just as inviting and dramatic as your interiors.

As New Zealand has a high UV rating it is important to keep sheltered from the sun and the changeable weather conditions here in Canterbury. Portable umbrellas are a convenient and effective way to protect you from the sun, while creating definitive areas outdoors.

One of the hottest items for

summer are the versatile Riverstone Poufs from New Zealand furniture designer, David Shaw.

These are modern and so multi-functional that they can be used as a seat, side table or even a drinks cooler, and transition easily from an indoor setting to the outdoors, giving your indoor/outdoor flow a cohesive look.

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Renowned for our love of the great outdoors and Canterbury's hot summers, its time to think about how we can utilise our backyard to make the most of longer days and nights.

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A MAteriAl WorldAccording to Belle Interiors director, Colin Foggo, the international move towards

prioritising outdoor areas has led to the increase in innovation with the outdoor fabric industry. Textiles offer greater diversity our outdoor oasis that offered greater diversity

and sophistication than ever before.

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A prerequisite for the completion of any outdoor space is of course comfortable seating. Due to this international trend of placing a greater emphasis on outdoor living and furniture design, manufacturers have been working hard to produce a wide variety of sun and mould-resistant fabrics, which have the same characteristics as good quality indoor textiles in terms of the variety of styles and colours available.

For many years, the familiar brand of outdoor fabric used was sunbrella, a solution-dyed acrylic, which was, and is still, used for awnings, marquees, and upholstery for outdoor furniture. However, within the last couple of years more refined versions of this synthetic, polyester and polyethylene mix have allowed fabric manufacturers to duplicate the characteristics of the natural yarns of cotton and linen for example, in loft and colour range.

sunbrella and the like, albeit extremely durable, are rather flat and are typically only available in bright stripes and plain colours. this may be ideal for a recliner and good at masking suntan lotion stains, but has little interest compared to the natural fibre ranges now on the market.

the renowned American fabric house Jim thompson has recently released two collections of solution-dyed polypropylene outdoor fabrics, the Fez and No 9 Collections, that are unparalleled with their indoor natural counterparts.

their bold ethnic weave and patterns in a vibrant colour palette fit perfectly into an outdoor setting, and are casual, yet full of character, while maintaining a level of sophistication.

Belle interiors Director Colin Foggo says, Often we are able to adapt product from standard outdoor furniture ranges, but when this is not possible we manufacture the items according to the clients specific preferences and the requirements of the space.

Colin explains that the arrangement of the furniture must first be addressed. Then, traffic flow between indoor and out, spatial aspects and focal points are taken into account to ensure the furniture is suited to the specific area. Colin refers to this as exploiting the potential of the space.

Choosing the appropriate materials and treatments, such as quality teak or kwila and galvanised or stainless steel, with water-intolerant foam cushioning all contribute to the durabilty, longevity, style and comfort bespoke pieces offer.

Bulky, to-the-floor styles with heavy arms should be avoided in smaller spaces, Colin recommends, and says the majority of the seating they manufacture tends to be wooden framed, leggy rather than bulky, raked for comfort and well cushioned to achieve the same comfort as interior seating solutions provide.

Dining tabletop surfaces vary from concrete to maxboard (a high-pressure laminated resin)

and slatted timber that can be either oiled or epoxy coated which Colin says is the most ideal solution.

slatted timber on a dark powder-coated metal frame is a stylish option and pairs nicely with lightweight white poly chairs.

Most outdoor poly dining chairs contain UV inhibitors to prevent sunlight decay and discolouration, and price is a good indicator of their quality.

Quality wooden-framed canvas chairs can be expensive and are heavy, but they look great in a

spacious setting and their weight can be an advantage when the wind picks up.

to avoid wood turning silver, regularly treat it with a quality oil or epoxy coating to maintain the timbers beautiful natural colours.

Create the ultimate outdoor paradise at home this summer. Be inspired by the different styles and accessories on show in Christchurch, and experience the quality of esteemed global names in textiles, furniture and omewares, all in your own private oasis.

16 Style | home

A MAteriAl WorldAccording to Belle Interiors director, Colin Foggo, the international move towards

prioritising outdoor areas has led to the increase in innovation with the outdoor fabric industry. Textiles offer greater diversity our outdoor oasis that offered greater diversity

and sophistication than ever before.

iMAges JIm Thompson FABrICs / ATelIer

18 Style | home

A prerequisite for the completion of any outdoor space is of course comfortable seating. Due to this international trend of placing a greater emphasis on outdoor living and furniture design, manufacturers have been working hard to produce a wide variety of sun and mould-resistant fabrics, which have the same characteristics as good quality indoor textiles in terms of the variety of styles and colours available.

For many years, the familiar brand of outdoor fabric used was sunbrella, a solution-dyed acrylic, which was, and is still, used for awnings, marquees, and upholstery for outdoor furniture. However, within the last couple of years more refined versions of this synthetic, polyester and polyethylene mix have allowed fabric manufacturers to duplicate the characteristics of the natural yarns of cotton and linen for example, in loft and colour range.

sunbrella and the like, albeit extremely durable, are rather flat and are typically only available in bright stripes and plain colours. this may be ideal for a recliner and good at masking suntan lotion stains, but has little interest compared to the natural fibre ranges now on the market.

the renowned American fabric house Jim thompson has recently released two collections of solution-dyed polypropylene outdoor fabrics, the Fez and No 9 Collections, that are unparalleled with their indoor natural counterparts.

their bold ethnic weave and patterns in a vibrant colour palette fit perfectly into an outdoor setting, and are casual, yet full of character, while maintaining a level of sophistication.

Belle interiors Director Colin Foggo says, Often we are able to adapt product from standard outdoor furniture ranges, but when this is not possible we manufacture the items according to the clients specific preferences and the requirements of the space.

Colin explains that the arrangement of the furniture must first be addressed. Then, traffic flow between indoor and out, spatial aspects and focal points are taken into account to ensure the furniture is suited to the specific area. Colin refers to this as exploiting the potential of the space.

Choosing the appropriate materials and treatments, such as quality teak or kwila and galvanised or stainless steel, with water-intolerant foam cushioning all contribute to the durabilty, longevity, style and comfort bespoke pieces offer.

Bulky, to-the-floor styles with heavy arms should be avoided in smaller spaces, Colin recommends, and says the majority of the seating they manufacture tends to be wooden framed, leggy rather than bulky, raked for comfort and well cushioned to achieve the same comfort as interior seating solutions provide.

Dining tabletop surfaces vary from concrete to maxboard (a high-pressure laminated resin)

and slatted timber that can be either oiled or epoxy coated which Colin says is the most ideal solution.

slatted timber on a dark powder-coated metal frame is a stylish option and pairs nicely with lightweight white poly chairs.

Most outdoor poly dining chairs contain UV inhibitors to prevent sunlight decay and discolouration, and price is a good indicator of their quality.

Quality wooden-framed canvas chairs can be expensive and are heavy, but they look great in a

spacious setting and their weight can be an advantage when the wind picks up.

to avoid wood turning silver, regularly treat it with a quality oil or epoxy coating to maintain the timbers beautiful natural colours.

Create the ultimate outdoor paradise at home this summer. Be inspired by the different styles and accessories on show in Christchurch, and experience the quality of esteemed global names in textiles, furniture and omewares, all in your own private oasis.

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Having previously won five or more national awards, Metzger Builders have certainly earned their companys tagline: Attaining Excellence.

Homes that had previously won House of the Year accolades at the regional competition came up trumps at the Master Builders National Awards.

A stunning four-bedroom resort-style home, designed by ONeil Architecture, shone the brightest out of 26 other worthy contenders and scored the top

award in the Carters New Home $1 million-$2 million category, while the Metzgers own family home a spectacular ode to contemporary architecture, also designed by ONeil Architecture, won the national award in the Builders Own Home category (pictured below).

The golden name in the building industry that is synonymous with impeccable workmanship and project management, Metzger Builders Ltd (MBL) have done it again, this time scooping the coveted Platinum Award.

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DIY ChrIstmas

For a simple and truly handcrafted Christmas tree that won't take up half your living room or shed pine needles,

try this easy DIY alternative.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED + 10 lengths of tree branch cut to size or graduated lengths of driftwood + 1 ball of brown string + Electric drill + Christmas ornaments and LED fairy lights for decorating

1 Remove all greenery from the branches and cut into different lengths and arrange on the floor in a triangle, leaving space between each branch to hang decorations from. 2 Drill a hole in each end of each length, about 5cm from either end, to thread the string through. 3 Lay all 10 lengths out on the floor spacing each one equidistant from

the one before. 4 Thread the string through the bottom length of wood, fasten with a knot and continue threading the string up one side and down the other, tying a knot in between each length to hold it in place. At the top leave enough string to allow the tree to be hung by a nail on the wall. 5 Decorate with Christmas ornaments and finish by weaving delicate strands of LED fairy lights around each branch.

This design works equally well with slender tree branches cut to size, or with found lengths of driftwood for a beach-inspired tree.

ChrIstmas Is all about gIvIng. love, joY, laughter, anD... presents!The best gifts of all are the ones that we have spent time thinking about. After all, the adage "It's the thought that counts" is the key here. If you're creatively inclined and are happy to take a little time making your gifts extra special then bespoke wrapping for the individual can be made so unique to the recipient that it will mean much more than the gift itself.

In the past I have gone to great lengths to personalise gifts and their presentation, which has been a fulfilling process allowing me the time to really think about what that person means to me and to enjoy showing them just

how much with a little extra care.One idea I especially love for family members

is to dig out old family photos of you and your siblings or perhaps one of your parents as a child sitting on Santa's knee. Scan the image and use it to create a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift card.

Another idea I've used in the past with great success, is writing a list of all the things you love and appreciate about your loved ones (either by hand or printed on computer), which you can use to create wrapping paper that is bound to impress!

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GOInG CraCkersHarking back to the 1840s, Christmas crackers are a great way to personalise your family's festive experience, especially when you make them yourself.

In 1847, enamoured with French bonbons, London confectioner Tom Smith began making similar ones with the addition of love notes, short mottos and riddles hidden within the sweet wrappers.

When sales of Mr Smith's sweets began to wane, he set about devising new and innovative promotional ideas to increase sales. One evening, whilst sitting in front of his log fire, divine inspiration sparked. Mesmerised by the sparks and crackling sounds coming from the fireplace, he decided it would be fun if his sweets erupted with a crack when the sweet wrappers were torn apart.

Over the years, his cracker

business expanded and so did cracker size as he added toys and party hats inside, and travelled the world in search of new ideas of gifts to hide inside them.

To this day the traditional cracker comprises four main characteristics; a cracker strip (available at craft stores), decorative paper, a joke, a tiny gift, and a paper hat.

Making your own Christmas crackers means you can put your personal stamp on them by customising the style and personalising the contents.

Use seasonal giftwrap or crpe paper, or step outside the box by using wallpaper remnants from an old home improvement project

or from your local vintage shop. You will use this material to wrap around a toilet roll, before tying the ends with ribbons.

Store-bought Christmas crackers usually contain less-than-average jokes, so either create your own punchlines or opt for something more meaningful by seeking out inspirational quotes from your favourite philosopher that people can keep and ponder well into the new year.

Either handwrite or use an old typewriter, or decorative font on the computer, to print your jokes or life quotes.

Tiny gifts can be as simple or as extravagant as you like. This could also be a fun way of

distributing Christmas gifts around your assembled friends and family. Simply add a name tag to each cracker or, to make it even more interesting, add a name tag to the gift inside each cracker, so once they're pulled you can have fun giving the contents to the recipient.

Gifts can be anything that fits within a toilet roll, like travel-sized skincare products, cosmetics or fragrances, nail polish, jewellery, cufflinks, miniature spirits, luxury chocolates, movie passes, concert tickets or money.

Start saving those toilet rolls and collecting supplies, then get rolling, gluing, tying and, voil, meaningful crackers devoid of 'Dad jokes'.

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Store-bought Christmas crackers usual ly contain

less-than-average jokes, so either create your own punchlines or seek out inspirational quotes for

people to ponder.

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DIY ChrIstmas

For a simple and truly handcrafted Christmas tree that won't take up half your living room or shed pine needles,

try this easy DIY alternative.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED + 10 lengths of tree branch cut to size or graduated lengths of driftwood + 1 ball of brown string + Electric drill + Christmas ornaments and LED fairy lights for decorating

1 Remove all greenery from the branches and cut into different lengths and arrange on the floor in a triangle, leaving space between each branch to hang decorations from. 2 Drill a hole in each end of each length, about 5cm from either end, to thread the string through. 3 Lay all 10 lengths out on the floor spacing each one equidistant from

the one before. 4 Thread the string through the bottom length of wood, fasten with a knot and continue threading the string up one side and down the other, tying a knot in between each length to hold it in place. At the top leave enough string to allow the tree to be hung by a nail on the wall. 5 Decorate with Christmas ornaments and finish by weaving delicate strands of LED fairy lights around each branch.

This design works equally well with slender tree branches cut to size, or with found lengths of driftwood for a beach-inspired tree.

ChrIstmas Is all about gIvIng. love, joY, laughter, anD... presents!The best gifts of all are the ones that we have spent time thinking about. After all, the adage "It's the thought that counts" is the key here. If you're creatively inclined and are happy to take a little time making your gifts extra special then bespoke wrapping for the individual can be made so unique to the recipient that it will mean much more than the gift itself.

In the past I have gone to great lengths to personalise gifts and their presentation, which has been a fulfilling process allowing me the time to really think about what that person means to me and to enjoy showing them just

how much with a little extra care.One idea I especially love for family members

is to dig out old family photos of you and your siblings or perhaps one of your parents as a child sitting on Santa's knee. Scan the image and use it to create a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift card.

Another idea I've used in the past with great success, is writing a list of all the things you love and appreciate about your loved ones (either by hand or printed on computer), which you can use to create wrapping paper that is bound to impress!

Cox

& C

ox

GOInG CraCkersHarking back to the 1840s, Christmas crackers are a great way to personalise your family's festive experience, especially when you make them yourself.

In 1847, enamoured with French bonbons, London confectioner Tom Smith began making similar ones with the addition of love notes, short mottos and riddles hidden within the sweet wrappers.

When sales of Mr Smith's sweets began to wane, he set about devising new and innovative promotional ideas to increase sales. One evening, whilst sitting in front of his log fire, divine inspiration sparked. Mesmerised by the sparks and crackling sounds coming from the fireplace, he decided it would be fun if his sweets erupted with a crack when the sweet wrappers were torn apart.

Over the years, his cracker

business expanded and so did cracker size as he added toys and party hats inside, and travelled the world in search of new ideas of gifts to hide inside them.

To this day the traditional cracker comprises four main characteristics; a cracker strip (available at craft stores), decorative paper, a joke, a tiny gift, and a paper hat.

Making your own Christmas crackers means you can put your personal stamp on them by customising the style and personalising the contents.

Use seasonal giftwrap or crpe paper, or step outside the box by using wallpaper remnants from an old home improvement project

or from your local vintage shop. You will use this material to wrap around a toilet roll, before tying the ends with ribbons.

Store-bought Christmas crackers usually contain less-than-average jokes, so either create your own punchlines or opt for something more meaningful by seeking out inspirational quotes from your favourite philosopher that people can keep and ponder well into the new year.

Either handwrite or use an old typewriter, or decorative font on the computer, to print your jokes or life quotes.

Tiny gifts can be as simple or as extravagant as you like. This could also be a fun way of

distributing Christmas gifts around your assembled friends and family. Simply add a name tag to each cracker or, to make it even more interesting, add a name tag to the gift inside each cracker, so once they're pulled you can have fun giving the contents to the recipient.

Gifts can be anything that fits within a toilet roll, like travel-sized skincare products, cosmetics or fragrances, nail polish, jewellery, cufflinks, miniature spirits, luxury chocolates, movie passes, concert tickets or money.

Start saving those toilet rolls and collecting supplies, then get rolling, gluing, tying and, voil, meaningful crackers devoid of 'Dad jokes'.

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Store-bought Christmas crackers usual ly contain

less-than-average jokes, so either create your own punchlines or seek out inspirational quotes for

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With Christmas almost here and holidays getting closer I thought Id share my thoughts on two very specific entities. Both conjure up uniquely different emotions, so bear with me whilst I elaborate.When I was growing up trolls were something, that lived under bridges and held deep and meaningful conversations with goats.

They also provided a humorous touch, hanging off the mirror in your car, much like a charm to amuse and entertain. But not now. Todays trolls are an entirely different creature.

They are much darker in context; in fact, a social media troll by definition is someone who creates conflict (as if the world doesnt have enough) by posting controversial or inflammatory statements with the sole

whose conduct brings an industry into disrepute. Thats not the standard that I believe in or hold others to. I only wish slightly more balance and perspective would be applied when the whole real estate industry discussion starts.

So, onto my second entity the fat man in the red suit. Hes coming and a number of our recent auction results suggest he may have arrived early for some of our owners. I dont believe these results are chance or luck alone; skill plays a big part.

Finally, I love Christmas. It gives me time with my family. I know for others it can be a stressful, trying and expensive time, but maybe this year it can be kinder.

And thats my Christmas wish. The world has enough trolls, enough bad, hard, black news, so be kinder to yourself and others.

Sign off 2015 and may 2016 be special!

intent of producing an emotional-usually angry response from others. Others being the target of their comments.

These comments often go beyond what would be deemed constructive feedback or debate, and are launched under the protection of anonymity.

Every industry has its share of trolls waiting to deliver feedback and mine more than most. Im often disappointed by the constant commentary relating to how little real estate agents do, how auctions never work and how overpaid everyone is, to name but a few, however Ive been in the industry for long enough to realise that for me those observations are rare and not the norm. The reality, which a troll wouldnt care for, is that successful realtors work more hours than anyone - just ask their families and without results, you dont get paid. Its so much easier to subscribe to the clich when talking about real estate, and for every set of great circumstances or examples theres always some character

LYNETTE MCFADDEN

PAPANUI 352 6166 International & Migrant Division (+64) 3 662 9811 REDWOOD 352 0352 PARKLANDS 383 0406 NEW BRIGHTON 382 0043 GOLD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 352 6454

Ringing in the changes from Trolls to

Santa.

Christmas wishes from the team at Harcourts gold this holiday

Proud supporters of Families for Families

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Illuminate The Landscape Add drama by spotlighting a tree or other focal point in your garden like a flower bed or water feature. Uplighting provided by spotlights accentuates the texture of tree trunks and creates a beautiful glow on foliage.

Inexpensive LED rope lighting creates a great uplighting effect when placed on the back of landscape bed edging. Roll out the tube lighting and pin it in place with landscape staples for a hidden glow. Make sure you position spotlights away from windows or your neighbours.

Wall-mount downlights cast a warm, gentle light on outdoor living spaces. Use them to enhance texture on stone walls. Plan ahead when incorporating a light into a wall, leaving access to wiring for maintenance or repairs.

Dining At Dusk Enjoy your deck after dark with well-planned lighting on your porch or deck. Set the scene with strings of fairy lights draped over a pergola or bundled into a ball beneath glass domes to make a luminous table feature. Hang tea lights in glass jars from tree branches to create a magical atmosphere whilst entertaining

outdoors in the evening. Add an element of the unexpected with a light fixture thats usually seen indoors, like a chandelier, for example.

Life Aquatic Theres nothing quite like a night-time dip in the pool. Add spotlights in and around your pool for safety. Add submerged lighting, using aquatic rated fixtures in ponds to create luminous light to enjoy fish and plants well after the sun goes down.

Light The Way Lead guests to the front door with adequate lighting to illuminate

stairs or other potential hazards. The simplest and cheapest lighting option is solar-powered landscape lights which require no wiring, and therefore use no electricity. Simply place them in a sunny spot, and when dusk arrives, they automatically light up. A string of low-voltage LED lighting is the perfect solution for brightening a shady bend along a walkway. Its a low-cost, easy DIY solution for illuminating a path.

Use motion-sensing lights to increase security at night. Install them in key spots like the garage and side doors where its useful to have light for short periods.

Dont let your home disappear under the cloak of darkness when night falls. Be safe, add magical ambience and showcase architectural and landscaping features with practical and ambient lighting to enjoy your outdoor areas well after the sun sets.

AfTER Dark

Vondom

With Christmas almost here and holidays getting closer I thought Id share my thoughts on two very specific entities. Both conjure up uniquely different emotions, so bear with me whilst I elaborate.When I was growing up trolls were something, that lived under bridges and held deep and meaningful conversations with goats.

They also provided a humorous touch, hanging off the mirror in your car, much like a charm to amuse and entertain. But not now. Todays trolls are an entirely different creature.

They are much darker in context; in fact, a social media troll by definition is someone who creates conflict (as if the world doesnt have enough) by posting controversial or inflammatory statements with the sole

whose conduct brings an industry into disrepute. Thats not the standard that I believe in or hold others to. I only wish slightly more balance and perspective would be applied when the whole real estate industry discussion starts.

So, onto my second entity the fat man in the red suit. Hes coming and a number of our recent auction results suggest he may have arrived early for some of our owners. I dont believe these results are chance or luck alone; skill plays a big part.

Finally, I love Christmas. It gives me time with my family. I know for others it can be a stressful, trying and expensive time, but maybe this year it can be kinder.

And thats my Christmas wish. The world has enough trolls, enough bad, hard, black news, so be kinder to yourself and others.

Sign off 2015 and may 2016 be special!

intent of producing an emotional-usually angry response from others. Others being the target of their comments.

These comments often go beyond what would be deemed constructive feedback or debate, and are launched under the protection of anonymity.

Every industry has its share of trolls waiting to deliver feedback and mine more than most. Im often disappointed by the constant commentary relating to how little real estate agents do, how auctions never work and how overpaid everyone is, to name but a few, however Ive been in the industry for long enough to realise that for me those observations are rare and not the norm. The reality, which a troll wouldnt care for, is that successful realtors work more hours than anyone - just ask their families and without results, you dont get paid. Its so much easier to subscribe to the clich when talking about real estate, and for every set of great circumstances or examples theres always some character

LYNETTE MCFADDEN

PAPANUI 352 6166 International & Migrant Division (+64) 3 662 9811 REDWOOD 352 0352 PARKLANDS 383 0406 NEW BRIGHTON 382 0043 GOLD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 352 6454

Ringing in the changes from Trolls to

Santa.

Christmas wishes from the team at Harcourts gold this holiday

Proud supporters of Families for Families

PAPANUI, GOLD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT,PARKLANDS, REDWOOD &

NEW BRIGHTON

MERRYChristmas,BE YOUR

HAPPYBE YOURHome...

Closed from 5pm, Tuesday, 22nd December, reopening 8.30am, Tuesday, 5th January 2016

BUSINESS OWNER, HARCOURTS GOLD

FOLLOW US ON...

24 Style | home

Illuminate The Landscape Add drama by spotlighting a tree or other focal point in your garden like a flower bed or water feature. Uplighting provided by spotlights accentuates the texture of tree trunks and creates a beautiful glow on foliage.

Inexpensive LED rope lighting creates a great uplighting effect when placed on the back of landscape bed edging. Roll out the tube lighting and pin it in place with landscape staples for a hidden glow. Make sure you position spotlights away from windows or your neighbours.

Wall-mount downlights cast a warm, gentle light on outdoor living spaces. Use them to enhance texture on stone walls. Plan ahead when incorporating a light into a wall, leaving access to wiring for maintenance or repairs.

Dining At Dusk Enjoy your deck after dark with well-planned lighting on your porch or deck. Set the scene with strings of fairy lights draped over a pergola or bundled into a ball beneath glass domes to make a luminous table feature. Hang tea lights in glass jars from tree branches to create a magical atmosphere whilst entertaining

outdoors in the evening. Add an element of the unexpected with a light fixture thats usually seen indoors, like a chandelier, for example.

Life Aquatic Theres nothing quite like a night-time dip in the pool. Add spotlights in and around your pool for safety. Add submerged lighting, using aquatic rated fixtures in ponds to create luminous light to enjoy fish and plants well after the sun goes down.

Light The Way Lead guests to the front door with adequate lighting to illuminate

stairs or other potential hazards. The simplest and cheapest lighting option is solar-powered landscape lights which require no wiring, and therefore use no electricity. Simply place them in a sunny spot, and when dusk arrives, they automatically light up. A string of low-voltage LED lighting is the perfect solution for brightening a shady bend along a walkway. Its a low-cost, easy DIY solution for illuminating a path.

Use motion-sensing lights to increase security at night. Install them in key spots like the garage and side doors where its useful to have light for short periods.

Dont let your home disappear under the cloak of darkness when night falls. Be safe, add magical ambience and showcase architectural and landscaping features with practical and ambient lighting to enjoy your outdoor areas well after the sun sets.

AfTER Dark

Vondom

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