From dazzling trends to Christmas favourites, make your gifts the stand out stars under the tree this year

Does wrapping presents feel like a chore? Expert Louise Lewis shares how to make your gifts look gorgeous with less effort

PACK YOUR DECORATIONS AWAY NEATLY AND SAFELY FOR ANOTHER YEAR

Inspiration for some creative seasonal makes

Start right now! It’s the best way to keep calm, make informed choices, allow a little flexibility and spread the cost. You’ll be able to reap the rewards of being super-organised nearer the time. Set

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas; Soon the bells will start, And the thing that will make them ring, Is the carol that you sing, Right within your heart IT is a song we have loved for decad