DIY Christmas Hamper on a Budget
G'day from Australia! My name is Bec, mum of four amazing children, and I write from my Facebook page 'Mum Plus Four'. Chantelle has kindly asked me to share about my very popular DIY Christmas hamper that I shared a few weeks back. At the beginning of my Christmas countdown posts, I asked readers to start writing out lists. Everything from Christmas cards lists to gifts and Secret Santa. But for this special task, we focused on Christmas make and bake treats. After writing down the recipes, the ingredients are then listed to create a 'hamper' of personalised items. I've…
5 Ways to Start Christmas Preparations in August
It's never too early to start your Christmas preparations. In fact, really clever Christmas elves start shopping in January, when all the decorations, lights, and gifts are heavily discounted. But in case you missed that window, the perfect moment to start is now! August kicks off our first in a series of infographics and articles aimed at helping you prepare for Christmas. Each month we'll offer a free printable tool, usually a checklist, planner or another helpful item to help you with your Christmas preparations from now until December. Here are our Five Ways to start Christmas Preparations in August,…
Christmas Charity
The Christmas season is a good time to start thinking about helping other people, and partaking in Christmas Charity programs. If you're looking to give or receive, here is a list of Christmas Charities and Christmas Aid programs that can help over the holidays. This includes providing food, clothing and toys for families to enable them to experience the joy of the Christmas Season. We've put together a list of Christmas Charities to help you give this holiday season. Giving warmth, love and hope. That's what Christmas should be all about. A time to share our good fortune with our…
Traditions on Christmas Morning
It's finally arrived, Christmas Day is here and everyone is excited to take part in their own family traditions on Christmas Morning. Santa has delivered his gifts, there's a big day ahead, usually spent with family, friends, and other loved ones. Learn more about some of the best and most wonderful Christmas morning traditions all over the world. Christmas Breakfast If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, then Christmas Morning Breakfast might be the most important meal of the year! Most traditions on Christmas Morning include a big breakfast with the whole family. See our recipe list…