The latest from NZ House & Garden magazine If this email is not displayed correctly, [click here]( to view an online version. [NZ House & Garden]( Hi {NAME}, Over the past three months especially for those of us in Auckland its felt like Christmas might well be cancelled this year. But its happening, and the NZ House & Garden team has created a magazine that is full of the joy and fun celebrations associated with this festive season. On sale today, the December issue is packed with inspiration for everything from gifting to what to eat and drink on the big day. Our annual Gift Guide is a curated collection of perfect presents for foodies, kids, proud New Zealand-made supporters, gardeners and lovers of beauty and luxury. Whether you're looking for stocking fillers or grander gestures we have the products guaranteed to break out the smiles. Wellington-based stylist Amanda Holland has created a whimsical wonderland for our Christmas Special shoot that is nothing short of extraordinary. Owner of [Small Acorns]( lifestyle store ([smallacorns.co.nz]( and the adjacent Squirrel cafe in Te Aro, Amanda has used her incredible talent to bring a magical Christmas fairy tale land alive on the pages of your favourite magazine. Wellington photographer Bonny Beattie has captured it beautifully. From rustic to classic we have table settings that will help set the scene for your gathering along with Kiwi bubbles and new beverages to try. And when it comes to the important question what will we eat? we've solved that too with simple seasonal food for a long lunch or dinner and desserts that are both decadent and delicious. And, because we know that like us, many of you will be planning to finally get away and travel, the NZ House & Garden team members have outlined just where they want to be holidaying this summer. This is an issue not to miss. Naomi Larkin
Editor In our December issue All set to celebrateIf you're a fan of Grand Designs NZ you might recognise this iconic Christchurch property from a previous season of the show. The current owners have paired its heritage features beautifully with its modern extension, and decked it out for Christmas in grand style. It's the Home of the Month in our new issue, available in stores now. Surrounded by colour and artA New Plymouth design store owner has transformed the upstairs space above her store into a treasure-filled haven of her favourite things including mid-century furniture and fabulous artworks. See inside this 1940s apartment which the owner says is her happy place, where she is "surrounded by gloriousness". Sponsored content Dare to be differentDine in style this season with timeless designs from [Zaha Hadid Design](. These futuristic steel table accents and sculptural glassware will elevate your table setting and also make great gifts for Christmas. [Shop now](
Creative for ChristmasA big-hearted Canterbury family love throwing open their doors to celebrate the festive season this year four generations will gather at this home on the southern outskirts of Christchurch which has plenty of space to fill with people, and a garden that is both a playground and foraging source for flowers and food. Read what they have planned in our December issue, available now. Sponsored content In the frameBring nature indoors with unique botanical wall art prints, created by Kenzy with seasonal flowers, leaves and seed pods grown in her father's beautiful Wairarapa garden. Order now, framed or unframed, in time for Christmas, [new designs online now](. Kenzy also makes stylish and comfortable reusable face masks, with [new festive styles now available](. [Shop now](
[( Sponsored content In tune with natureCalathea is known for the fabulous markings on its leaves and the choice of leaf shapes, from round and oval to spear-shaped. Those leaves follow your daily routine, thanks to their day-and-night rhythm: when it gets dark the leaves close and when it gets light they unfold again. There are many beautiful varieties of Calathea available at [Gellert's]( now. [Shop now]( Giveaway Win two great cookbooksWe have two of the year's best cookbooks to give away to 10 lucky people thanks to HarperCollins. Donna Hay's One Pan Perfect has more than 120 recipes for simple, easy, no-fuss meals, while Nigel Slater's A Cook's Book is the story of the famous chef's life in the kitchen. Each winner will receive a copy of both books. Competition closes 11.59pm on 30 November. [Enter now](
Where two passions collide A history lover has created a flower-filled cottage garden in central Hawke's Bay to complement a historic country villa and its restored coach house. But the owner's fascination with the old days doesnt mean she sticks to the old rules part of her vision is to subvert traditional gardening ideas by pushing the boundaries between formality and wilderness. This pretty property features in our latest issue. [( Sponsored content Inspired by natureThink about the sorbet pastel colours of pretty flower beds, like the lilac tones in this room painted with Dulux Tuakau. This is just one of more than 1000 nature-inspired colours from the Dulux® Colours of New Zealand® range. To explore more colours, purchase sample pots or order up to four free Large Colour Swatches visit [dulux.co.nz](. [Read more]( [( Giveaway Win two Kiwicare lawn care packs for you and a friendLooking forward to a summer of picnicking on the lawn? We have two [Kiwicare]( lawn and garden care packs, plus a stylish Swanndri picnic rug, to give away for you and a friend, valued at more than $500 each. Competition closes 11.59pm on 30 November. [Enter now]( Central Otago meets AucklandThis modern Auckland farmhouse is a celebration of exquisite taste, a clear vision and thorough planning, with visits to other regions for inspiration explaining its nod to alpine architecture. Go all-out this seasonHow are you going to style your home for the main event this December? Our special Christmas shoot is a whimsical wonderland of festivity, offering plenty of ideas to appeal to every taste. [Unsubscribe]( | [Advertise]( | [Contact](mailto:editor@nzhouseandgarden.co.nz)
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