Christmas magic

Strictly straight-talking former MP Ann Widdecombe is one of the most colourful characters in politics, but she revealed a totally different side to her personality when she took part in a certain dance competition. Now, Ann joins best to share her views...

Honour the iconic Christmas song with these festive folk art mini makes by Durene Jones 31 quick-and-easy motifs Durene Jones’ design inspiration Stitches for every skill level Helpful tips and advice

John Hoyland never misses a chance to scour a second-hand bookshop for old gardening books, not only for advice, but for a glimpse into past gardening lives

Brian Howes unearths some nostalgic collectables that might be discarded as worthless junk but actually have a value to today’s collectors. Can you estimate what each object might be worth and pick ou

We love getting creative with cross stitch and this miniature town with an assortment of buildings from The Nutmeg Company* is at the top of our to-stitch list this winter. The ‘Winter Village’ series

SOME PEOPLE will tell you that Christmas in a caravan is a daft idea. Those people are just wrong. Very wrong. In fact, with a little forward planning, it can be absolutely magical – the perfect balan