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friday film: all i want for christmas is you

December 7, 2012 in entertainment

It’s time to get festive! It’s less than two weeks until Christmas and as I type, the snow is falling outside my window in big, fluffy flakes. If your weather is a little less conducive to a festive mood, the below clip ought to get you feeling merry and bright quick smart!

Jimmy Fallon grabbed The Roots, Mariah Carey, a few school kids and some toy instruments to put together a rousing, back-stage rendition of “All I Want For Christmas Is You”. It’s so much fun that you can help but feel happy!

2012 has been a huge year (hands up if you also started a new job and went back to school!) and from next week, I’ll be wrapping it up with The Dernier Cri’s traditional “best of” series. Make sure you check it out!

PS Don’t forget to read our gift guide – we’ve got suggestions for everybody on your nice (or naughty) list!

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gift guide wrap-up

December 23, 2011 in entertainment

If you haven’t got your holiday gifts sorted yet, there’s still time! While I’m on my trans-Atlantic flight, why not check out the collection of ideas I’ve put together for you. Admittedly, it’s a little late for online shopping now, but there are still some great ideas.

Check out last year’s post on last minute gift ideas if you’re really stuck or you could try my fall back plan of baking.

Remember, it’s the thought that counts so just make sure you tell the important people in your life that you love them and you’re thinking of them at this special time of year!

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gift idea #15: the charity water bottle

December 15, 2011 in entertainment

Wait, a water bottle? That’s what Matt Damon and Water.org think should be the number one gift of 2011. Watch the hilarious video below of Damon trying to convince kids that it’s what they really want for Christmas.

Water.org is an international nonprofit organisation that has transformed hundreds of communities in Africa, South Asia, and Central America by providing access to safe water and sanitation. Why not give them a Christmas present too and buy somebody on your list a special Christmas water bottle (from US$25).

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gift idea #14: your grandparents

December 14, 2011 in fashion

So many families seem to be spread around the world these days, making it hard to remember where each person lives.

To help Grandma keep track, why not give her a modern family tree which includes everyone’s hometown.

I really like this idea and wouldn’t mind one for myself! The design pictured (right) is by LilyGene on Etsy and costs US$129. It’s printed on canvas and you can choose from a range of colours.

What are you planning to buy your grandparents this year?

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gift idea #13: the domestic goddess

December 13, 2011 in food and drink

I’m definitely not a domestic goddess (though I am currently attempting to find the perfect cupcake recipe) but that doesn’t mean I don’t love beautiful things for my home.

I’m sure any domestic goddess (or goddess-in-training) would be delighted to receive a beautiful cookie jar in which to store her perfect baked goods.

I’m rather taken with the Verdant Bread Bin ($158) from Anthropologie, which I think could do double-duty as a gorgeous cookie jar. Apparently if you do use it as a bread bin, you can also use the lid as a cutting board – very convenient!

What great ideas do you have for a domestic goddess?

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