From tiny trees to reindeer-themed duvet covers, we’re feeling festive and here’s why...

<p>Struggling to get into the festive spirit this year? You won't be after you see our new <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/winter-fashion-homes-trends-2018" target="_blank">George Home's Christmas range</a>, which includes everything from <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home/autumn-winter-catalogue/D26M11G01C01,default,sc.html" target="_blank">soft furnishings</a> and festive decorations to lighting and bedding. </p><p>Julie Varma, senior design director for George Home told us: 'The Christmas build-up is a fun and exciting time, It's about spending quality time with family and friends and the thrill of decorating and getting your home ready for the festive period. </p><p>'We have four Christmas trends for 2018, our traditional Scandinavian inspired trend, Nordic, focuses on the classic red and white tones creating a cosy homely feel. Ice Palace consists of pale pinks, coppers and whites for a luxurious whimsical Christmas. Electric Sky brings oil slick and silver hues to the Christmas tree and Santa's Vacation is just brilliant fun.'</p><p>Turn up your jolliest Christmas playlist and follow our lead... </p><p> </p><h2>1. Hello, new bedding! </h2><p>It&rsquo;s impossible to feel Scrooge-like with bedding this <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/christmas-shop/bedding/red-and-white-christmas-bedroom-range/SET4609,default,pd.html?cgid=D18M18G1C1" target="_blank">cheerful</a>. From cute kids&rsquo; duvet covers they&rsquo;ll go mad for, to grownup prints you&rsquo;ll want to use in January, when it comes to Christmas bedding we&rsquo;ve got you covered. Plus, guests will love them, too!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_12.53.26" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_12.53?scl=1"></p><p> </p><h2>2. Mini trees have arrived</h2><p>Forget lugging six-foot evergreens up the stairs, this year it&rsquo;s all about <a href="https://my.wal-mart.com/personal/pmart14_uk_wal-mart_com/_layouts/15/onedrive.aspx?id=%2Fpersonal%2Fpmart14%5Fuk%5Fwal%2Dmart%5Fcom%2FDocuments%2FMigratedFromBox%2FHearst%2FGeorge%2FSOCIAL%2F2019%2FGeorge%20Home%2FGeorge%20Christmas%2FAVANT%5FDINING%5F032%20V3%2Ejpg&parent=%2Fpersonal%2Fpmart14%5Fuk%5Fwal%2Dmart%5Fcom%2FDocuments%2FMigratedFromBox%2FHearst%2FGeorge%2FSOCIAL%2F2019%2FGeorge%20Home%2FGeorge%20Christmas" target="_blank">tiny, twinkling numbers</a> instead. Dot them around the home - from the dining room table to the downstairs toilet - for a fun nod to the big day, without compromising on space. The best bit? They won&rsquo;t leave needles everywhere, either. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.00.06" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.00?scl=1"></p><h2>3. Gifting just got good</h2><p>Feeling frazzled at the length of your to-do list? Tick off those tricky-to-buy for types in store - you&rsquo;ll find everything from cosy <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home/bedding/duvets-pillows/grey-penguin-hot-water-bottle/050735552,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M04G04C14" target="_blank">hot water bottle</a> covers to <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home/candles-home-fragrance/yankee-candle-6-votive-gift-set/050743650,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M18G01C01" target="_blank">festive candles</a> and stylish homeware. For kids, solve your wrapping woes and delight little faces by boxing up gifts in their very own ‘Santa&rsquo;s workshop&rsquo; parcel. Thoughtful Christmas shopping never looked so easy. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.02.05" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.02?scl=1"></p><h2>4. Too much bling is not a thing</h2><p>When else can you get away with tinsel /everywhere? From <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/christmas-shop/room-decorations/D18M2G1C6,default,sc.html" target="_blank">glittery baubles</a> to sparkling table centrepieces and jazzy front door wreaths, anything goes at this time of year. Worried your decorations are a little much? There&rsquo;s no such thing - go big on glitter (and that&rsquo;s an order).    </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.02.54" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.02?scl=1"></p><p> </p><h2>5. Even breakfast is fun</h2><p>Reindeer plates, snow-frosted glasses and the cutest tableware you&rsquo;ve ever laid eyes on - every meal becomes the main event in the run-up to Christmas. Stock up on stylish <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/christmas-shop/dining/silver-and-white-christmas-kitchen-range/SET4616,default,pd.html?cgid=D18M18G1C8" target="_blank">kitchenware</a> you&rsquo;ll want to use for years to come and inject a little sparkle into every meal. Even beans on toast…</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.03.38" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/screen_shot_2019-10-18_at_13.03?scl=1"></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to get into the festive spirit? Head over to <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/christmas/D18,default,sc.html" target="_blank">George.com</a> or pop into your <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/" target="_blank">local Asda store</a>.</em></p>

5 homeware reasons to get excited this Christmas

By Asda Good Living,18th October 2019

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