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New Years Eve family tradition
I don't recall a New Years Eve family tradition from my childhood (my parents were never huge fans of NYE). In the past, my favourite New Year's Eve celebrations have…
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Christmas stocking just in the (Saint) Nick of time!
I just finished Chop’s Christmas stocking in time for Santa to make his delivery – phew!
How-to: busy mum’s Christmas door decoration
This Christmas door decoration will make your house look festive for free in just a few minutes!
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Christmas gift idea: vintage teacup scented candles
Far easier to make than they look, these vintage scented teacup candles only cost a few quid each, but smell just as good as the posh ones in the shops.
Plus, once you’ve finished the scented candle, you can enjoy a decent cuppa!
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How to recycle old Christmas cards into mini candy boxes for stocking fillers
How to make mini cardboard gift boxes using old cards.
Perfect for sweets, or other small items like earrings, hair clips or lego figures!
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Pompom reindeer Christmas cards (free printable)
A quick and easy free printable reindeer card that kids can decorate – Merry Christmas!
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Save the Children’s Woolly Wonderland – free Christmas jumper crafting workshops
Woolly Wonderland – a Christmas pop-up for Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day is offering free story-telling sessions, knitting tips, jumper customisation and craft workshops!
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Mini Christmas craft jar gifts for kids
A quick and inexpensive present idea for kids!
I’ve made these mini Christmas craft jar gifts for kids using tiny favour jars and crafting materials that I already had.
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A free personalised Christmas video from Santa!
A bit of Christmas magic for your little ones – how to make a free personalised Christmas video message from Santa.
It only takes 10 minutes!
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How to host a DIY pirate party for toddlers!
A full round-up of Pickle’s DIY pirate party, from invitations and outfits, activities and decorations to a pirate ship cake and ‘WANTED’ goodie bags!