If I were to scatter some eucalyptus branches on my sideboard

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How do I stop them looking like a dog's dinner.

Don't be surprised if koalas move in, even if the arrangement looks a bit unarranged....

Could I persuade them to wear a Santa hat?

That would totally work

I wouldn't put them directly on wood/varnish, the oils from the leaves/sap/wood could potentially do some damage.
They would look nice with a bit of sparkle on tho

Good point. Hadn't thought of that!

Snow spray....?

I've put some in a vase with some pussy willow andwater and they look and smell good.

Why ... why would you do such a thing???

me? because in all honestly I went into the florist in the village and said I had a budget of £10 and that is what I was offered looks good and smells nice... To be fair I've had eucalyptus sprigs before from there so probably why it was suggested.