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does anyone know how I can make flannel cakes?
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * if anyone wants to know how to get their pictures onto this thread from Photobucket there are full instructions and pics on how to do this on page 33 of this thread. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I am trying to make the slice of cake like the ones on the top…
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What 'activities' do you do in the lead up to Christmas?
I'd like to do an alternative advent in the lead up to Christmas to get into the spirit, starting on the 1st of December. My plan is to have two different sets of ideas- big plans and little ones which can be done in a day. We'd then we pick out one big plan a week and a little one either everyday or every other. We have…
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Christening gift
I know it is not Christmassy but this is in the vein of when this board is about special occasions too... In a fortnight my husband and I are going to become godparents to his nephew. It is CofE and I am Catholic. The little boy is nearly 2 so not a tiny baby. Although they are getting him christened, my husband's family…
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Sweets recipes
Hello! I hope that I am putting this in the right thread. I am making a food hamper for christmas and wanted to make some toffee crumble sweets. I have searched the internet and the only info I can get is chocolate, shortbread and caramel. Does anyone have a more precise recipe? Many thanks! :)
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Kids Christmas Party? Ideas/advice needed PLEASE
:rolleyes: Hi All, I know this is a bit premature to be asking you this but I have been thinking about Christmas for a little while. Last year I spent almost £100.00 on my daughters 7 friends for Christmas presents. As I'm a soon to be single mom I cannot afford this. In a little way I felt that I had to buy gifts for them…
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Christmas Carol Concerts
Just wondering if you good people could help me with some ideas. If you were attending a Christmas Carol Concert and there was a soloist to be accompanied by a pianist. What sort of songs would you like hear? Asking as I've been asked to sing at a few this Christmas but really stuck with what to sing.
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Nature present for £50
I'm sorry I cannot find the original . The OP had a sister who had a daughter who enjoyed wildlife and a budget of £50. David Hughes of 01235 811912 https://www.hawkwalk.org Half day handling is £50
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Quidsys christmas cake
A while back in one of the christmas threads someone asked me to post when I did my cake. So here it is :D Recipe: 300g plain flour 300g soft brown sugar 300g sofy butter 1kg mixed currants raisins and sultanas 110g mixed peel 165g glacier cherries Pinch of salt Tsp mixed spice Tsp cinnamon Tsp nutmeg Zest of half a lemon…
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christmas bell gift
a few years ago I saw an idea of a small gift on here to do with a bell - I think it was just a bell but with a verse that went with it is this ' ringing any bells ' with anyone - sorry couldn't resist lol
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Christmas Trees
First off I hate discussing this so early in the year as I think it kinda kills the spirit of the seasons to be planning the next without enjoying the one we are in. But this year we have a bit of a dilemma and you MSE are clearly influencing my thinking as I think now is the time to resolve it! We have had a plastic…
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MSE News: 100 days to Christmas: 12 do-nows to spend less on the big day
"Today marks 100 days until Christmas, so MoneySavingExpert.com has compiled 12 tips to do now to make sure you spend less on the big day..." Read the full story: 100 days to Christmas: 12 do-nows to spend less on the big day Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure…
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Sweet Wreaths
Help needed--i,ve just saw this on FB and would love to do one for my Niece but am useless at craft things so would appreciate anyone telling me how to do it?? Oh! sorry i can,t get a image on here--its a wreath made of Celebrations and roses, My nephew hates chocolate so we get him crisps , cheesy snacks etc to put in…
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Personalised Santa Letters - £1.99
Hiya all you Christmas lovers! I know its October but i got this email today and thought i'd share! I know you can get Santa letters from the post office for the price of a stamp but they arent great (already tried them a few years ago) and are not always reliable to come through! My kids werent impressed. Last year we…
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More attempts at bag making
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Wilkos xmas stock
Hi, does anyone know when Wilkos xmas decorations are available online? I know they've started putting stuff instore and there's limited items on line, but really wondered when their full lines were added? Many thanks.
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Christmas stocking "rules"
My partner is a typical bloke when it comes to buying presents. I love all the little nick-nack, stocking filler type presents. So after our first Xmas together where he got a sack full of goodies and I got one (lovely) present we have made up stockings for each other with "rules" for each of the gifts. This worked a treat…
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Ideas on how to give a present creatively?
Hello For Christmas I've bought my partner a little trip for the both of us to New York next spring. Rather than just hand over a piece of paper with the details on it, can you think of a creative way to make it a bit more a of an imaginative present? Thanks.
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Elf on a Shelf??
Hi all, Hoping that someone who has done this before might be able to help with some questions I have?! I have bought the elf on a shelf set with the book and elf. I have also bought the dvd. How do I start to introduce it? Do you just show the dvd and book in advance then one morning the elf turns up? Is it then you…
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Outdoor lights
So my kiddies have (already) asked if we can have fairy lights outside. How they remember at 3 and 4 that we haven't had any before is beyond me. But, anyway, I thought I'd get some simple white icicle lights just to bob along the front of the house. But I know nothing about these things and have spent over an hour…
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presents for 8 and 10 year old girls
I'm looking for suggestions for presents for a 8 year old and 10 year old girl, also 5 year old boy. Have thought about lego for all, and dvd's so far but all suggestions welcome. Thanks
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