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Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set
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I would recommend Oates Space Saver Dustpan to others
The Oates Space Saver Dustpan is great for sweeping up small messes
I am likely to buy an Oates Space Saver Dustpan now when I next shop for a dustpan
The Oates Space Saver Dustpan was easy to use
The Oates Space Saver Dustpan was easy to store
Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set :
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Welcome to the Oates Space Save Dustpan Set Review!

Whether you’re a mum to an adorable little fur baby or gorgeous human baby, we all know that life can get a little messy.

That’s why we’re so excited to bring you the Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set review, because whatever mess you’ve got – big or small – clean up is easy with Oates!

Whatever way you look at it, life gets messy and rather than stress, Oates wants you to look for fun and laugh at the mess (#LaughAtTheMess) … the Oates Space Saver Dustpan can help with the little messes around your home so it’s clean and tidy … even if only for an hour.

What’s great is that the Oates Space Saver Dustpan set has a larger size pan than most dustpans. It also has side ridges to conveniently and effectively clean the brush and remove hair (there’s nothing worse than an old dustpan full of hair and fuzz … we’ve all been there).

The Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set brush features an in-built rubber blade and flagged bristles for optimal cleaning. The electrostatic properties of the rubber edges attract and trap more dust and fine particles. The dustpan also has a unique freestanding design that saves cupboard space and keeps storage neat and tidy.

The Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set has lots of great features, including:

  • A freestanding design that saves cupboard space
  • An in-built rubber blade in the brush and flagged bristles for optimal cleaning
  • A larger size pan with side ridges to effectively clean the brush and remove hair
  • And electrostatic properties in its rubber edges to attract and trap more dust and fine particles

Where can I buy the Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set?

The Oates Space Saver Dustpan set is available at Bunnings Warehouse.

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Published 3rd August 2019

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  • Glitter cleaner

    Yes this Oates spacesaver dustpan totally works. The Oates Space Saver Dustpan is great for sweeping up small messes and I literally just cleaned up glitter on my floor using this dustpan. The front strip is still glittering but it did help with picking up most of the glitter off the floor. Yep I will be buying this again.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So good

    The Oates Space Saver Dustpan is such a great cleaning tool. It is easy to store and so very easy to use. The quality of the rubber strip is so good. It helps with pickup of dust right into the pan in one stroke. I am super happy with it. I do know it’s on the expensive side as compared to the $1 dustpans, but this is like a one time investment. It is great quality, thick and durable. Highly recommended. Go for it.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • best one ive tried

    This Oates dustpan is seriously the best one I have tried. The strip at the bottom actually gets the dirt into the dustpan instead of underneath it. It makes it so much easier to sweep up dirt. Being an Oates brand you also know its great quality and wont break within the first couple of uses. I will never buy any other dust pan again.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • It does what I need it to do

    I don’t often use dustpans, I am more of a mop and vacuum cleaner girl however it has really helped when I can’t just vacuum a mess or if the kids have spilt something I don’t want to damage the vacuum with.
    It’s sturdy and durable and you can even use it when all of the kids are in bed without the risk of waking the little tornadoes

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Great, even the kids can use it

    Yes I love this dustpan and so does my son. It’s great that he actually gets excited to clean up the mess he has made. It’s chunky enough for him to use but not too heavy that he can’t hold. I’d recommend this to any parent who wants to clean quickly and efficiently. It has a nice fit against the floor and captures all the crumbs easily.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So impressive!! Worth the money!

    I have only ever owned a $1 cheap dustpan and broom set because I figured they were all the same but wow I was wrong!
    I was so impressed by this, dare I say I actually had fun sweeping with it!
    It’s solid and sturdy, and the dustpan stops dirt from being swept underneath it.
    It has a section where you can clean the broom and it has a rubber piece in the middle of the bristles which helps trap the dirt too.
    The kids loved having a turn with it too.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Easy to store!

    Living in a place with limited storage, this little gem fits perfectly in our household! The freestanding design makes it easy to store away. Its great quality and the pan itself is sturdy and with the high edges, debris stay inside the pan easily .
    Great product and I think all households should own one! Hands down the most practical dustpan I’ve come across. Easy for littlest hands to help out too 🙂

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So Much Better Then The Rest

    WOW… This Oates Space Saver Dustpan is really great. I do like the feature of it being able to stand upright by itself. Great for small spaces. The high edges of the pan allows you to sweep and carry more stuff, without it falling out.
    The rubber edge works so much better then my current hard plastic pan, with getting the ALL the small dirt into the pan with ease.
    Overall a great product. Makes cleaning floors more enjoyable, if I do say so myself. Would recommend getting this to anyone looking for a Dustpan Set.
    #mouthsofmums #momreview #momreviewsoates #oatescleansbest

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Love it will be buying another.

    We LOVE the Oats Space Saver Dustpan we have been through a lot of cheaper dust pans over the years that never last or keep the dust and dirt in the pan. We love how that it isn’t made from the weaker plastics the snap easily and how it has a deeper pan. We will be recommending this dustpan to all of our friends and family.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Dustpan space saver that keeps what it sweeps

    We have all had those dustpans that never seem to pick up every little piece of dirt off the floor, after trying to sweep it up continuously but don’t have the time to battle your dustpan so you try to pick up all the little pieces with your hands, this becomes hazardous when it is required to pick up items such as broken glass, etc. Well not any more, I found a savior in the Oates Space Saver Dustpan, after an incredible sweep with the triple action flat mop, I was able to pick up everything off the tiles with this dustpan, there was not a single piece of mess left. the deep sides of the dustpan ensure the mess will not fall out and the bristle of the brush are firm yet flexible enough to ensure the capture of even the smallest dust bunny. I have since thrown out my old unbranded dustpan and use the Oates Space Saver Dustpan. For its efficiency, easy grip and great value, I recommend this product to others as well as the greatest possibly to repurchase this item.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Kiddo helps

    Because we’ve been home schooling my son, it gets really silly sometimes trying to choose what else can he do. So I came up with this imaginary play and asked him if he’d like to help an old lady… Lol he said yes and there U go. He literally cleaned up the whole balcony using this amazing Oates spacesaver dustpan. He had so much fun. I guess I’ve got help now. Love it

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Glitter cleaner

    Yes this Oates spacesaver dustpan totally works. The Oates Space Saver Dustpan is great for sweeping up small messes and I literally just cleaned up glitter on my floor using this dustpan. The front strip is still glittering but it did help with picking up most of the glitter off the floor. Yep I will be buying this again.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Space saver

    Yes so I would recommend the Oates space saver dust pan to others and have already done it to my friends and family members here. Special note to how easy it is to use. The design and the front strip seem perfect for me as I don’t have strain too hard to get the cleaning done on the floor. I happily use my Oates spacesaver dustpan and never get tired of it. Highly recommended for a great quality. A bit expensive but nice.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • My go to

    The Oates spacesaver dustpan is lovely. I have 3 at home. One for the floor, one for the kitchen bench and one for everything else.
    It is sturdy and durable. you can even use it for all those little wall skirtings. It does a great job picking up crap from the sides. It is my go to for any kind of cleaning. The front strip is just awesome. Does a great job.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So good

    The Oates Space Saver Dustpan is such a great cleaning tool. It is easy to store and so very easy to use. The quality of the rubber strip is so good. It helps with pickup of dust right into the pan in one stroke. I am super happy with it. I do know it’s on the expensive side as compared to the $1 dustpans, but this is like a one time investment. It is great quality, thick and durable. Highly recommended. Go for it.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • best one ive tried

    This Oates dustpan is seriously the best one I have tried. The strip at the bottom actually gets the dirt into the dustpan instead of underneath it. It makes it so much easier to sweep up dirt. Being an Oates brand you also know its great quality and wont break within the first couple of uses. I will never buy any other dust pan again.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • It does what I need it to do

    I don’t often use dustpans, I am more of a mop and vacuum cleaner girl however it has really helped when I can’t just vacuum a mess or if the kids have spilt something I don’t want to damage the vacuum with.
    It’s sturdy and durable and you can even use it when all of the kids are in bed without the risk of waking the little tornadoes

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Great, even the kids can use it

    Yes I love this dustpan and so does my son. It’s great that he actually gets excited to clean up the mess he has made. It’s chunky enough for him to use but not too heavy that he can’t hold. I’d recommend this to any parent who wants to clean quickly and efficiently. It has a nice fit against the floor and captures all the crumbs easily.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • The bees knees of dustpan and brushes

    We’ve been using this dust pan and brush for a while now and still love it as much as when I first used it. Grips nicely to the floor so you don’t lose any dirt under the pan. Also the brush has a plastic blade which helps to push the dirt into the pan. Easy to clean hair off the brush with the teeth on the dustpan too. Would highly recommend.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Handy sweeper

    This dustpan did what it promised to do. It picked up the dirt of my floor. When I saw dust bunnies had collected on the brush’s bristles, I was able to remove them easily by running the brush over the bumpy edge of the dust pan. The rubber blade made sure that no dirt escaped under the dust pan. I like that the brush handle fits snuggly into the dustpan handle. This is a handy and effective dustpan and brush 🙂

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • I wish I had one sooner!

    I absolutely love the Oates space saver dustpan set! I use it all the time and find it to be so useful, super easy to use and it also holds a lot of volume which is great and means less trips to the bin. With a toddler, a 9 year old and a cat I’m constantly cleaning up messes but having this dustpan means less times using the vacuum as this is simply for cleaning up small messes. I also have a cheap $2 dustpan which I find doesn’t pick up all of the mess on the floor and gets stuck on the edges of the rim, with the Oates space saver I haven’t had that issue and find it to be extremely effective!

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Quidditch Oates Golden Snitch

    After flick and swish with my Oates mop, I needed to follow through with my Space Saver Dustpan Golden Snitch. The dust really collects in the Castle. Especially with 7 Gryffindor’s in the house.
    Dustpan was easy to use and empty. Even the youngest wizards can use it. It’s now hiding away until next Quidditch Game

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So impressive!! Worth the money!

    I have only ever owned a $1 cheap dustpan and broom set because I figured they were all the same but wow I was wrong!
    I was so impressed by this, dare I say I actually had fun sweeping with it!
    It’s solid and sturdy, and the dustpan stops dirt from being swept underneath it.
    It has a section where you can clean the broom and it has a rubber piece in the middle of the bristles which helps trap the dirt too.
    The kids loved having a turn with it too.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • It has teeth!

    My initial reaction, OH MY GOODNESS it has teeth! I’m pretty sure I went to housewife heaven the moment I saw this. Let’s face it, I am a mum but I definitely don’t have the strongest stomach so touching things like built up dust or dirt on my brushes just isn’t up there with my favourite things to do. The fact I don’t need to touch that stuff anymore, it’s like Christmas has come early!!!

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Love my new dustpan & brush

    At first I was a bit unsure if this was going to be worth its price however after using it a few times I definitely believe it’s a good purchase. I love it’s freestanding design – makes for easy storage. I love the wide pan and the high quality materials used to make both the pan and the brush. It’s great for cleaning quick messes up (which is all the time with a baby ????) and I use this product multiple times a day and love it!

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • How did I not know about the pan sooner?!

    This dust pan is the best of the best. I’m forever cleaning food crumbs off the floor, this pan picks all of the crumbs up in one go unlike other ones I’ve used. I like that the brush has rubber in the middle making it easier to pick the dirt up. Also like that the pan is wider aswell.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • A must have!

    Every house needs a dustpan. I used to think the vacuum cleaner could suck everything up – but it can’t. Not so those bits of food that your baby or toddler throws on the floor. Which is where the dustpan comes in. It’s easy to grab and sweep up all those messes. The Oates dustpan is easy to hang in the broom closet and the ridges on the side are great to clean the bristles out of anything that gets stuck.

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Easy to store!

    Living in a place with limited storage, this little gem fits perfectly in our household! The freestanding design makes it easy to store away. Its great quality and the pan itself is sturdy and with the high edges, debris stay inside the pan easily .
    Great product and I think all households should own one! Hands down the most practical dustpan I’ve come across. Easy for littlest hands to help out too 🙂

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • Sturdy, Easy to use & a Quality Product!

    Oates Space Saver Dustpan is a must have in a house with kids! The amount of things that have been accidentally broken or dropped! This Dustpan is perfect for any surface with its rubber edge and its strong bristles. It’s Also Freestanding saving space on the Cupboard!
    Would highly recommend this Dustpan to anyone!

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store

  • So Much Better Then The Rest

    WOW… This Oates Space Saver Dustpan is really great. I do like the feature of it being able to stand upright by itself. Great for small spaces. The high edges of the pan allows you to sweep and carry more stuff, without it falling out.
    The rubber edge works so much better then my current hard plastic pan, with getting the ALL the small dirt into the pan with ease.
    Overall a great product. Makes cleaning floors more enjoyable, if I do say so myself. Would recommend getting this to anyone looking for a Dustpan Set.
    #mouthsofmums #momreview #momreviewsoates #oatescleansbest

    I would recommend
    Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan to others
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan is
    great for sweeping
    up small messes
    I am likely to buy
    an Oates Space Saver
    Dustpan now when I
    next shop for a
    dustpan
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to use
    The Oates Space
    Saver Dustpan was
    easy to store
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What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Sandhurst to bring you this article.

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  • I’ve really needed some inspiration this year for Christmas and this is great! I Love a good charcuterie board and I think I may do one this year for the family as well as all the regular Christmas trimmings. I have 6 kids and all the extended family coming to entertain and feed!

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  • I’m loving all the ideas here in the comments and pictures above! I love to be able to just look at what others have done and straight up copy it. Takes all the thinking energy out of entertaining!
    Such a good and trusted brand to purchase over the silly season! You know you are faring great quality and value!

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  • We often have homemade pizza nights aka fakeaway night! And my pizza is always on a low carb Pizza base with roasted and sundried tomato and capsicum. My fav combo with grilled chicken and a swirl of peri peri mayonnaise! Making our own is always better than takeaway versions and healthier!

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  • Sandhurst products are my go to for great healthy and tasty snacks, especially after school.

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  • Great information! Loved it. You can see https://reminiiapp.com/

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.

    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen 🙂

      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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