Elmo from sesame street

The presenting duo are back with a new series of The Great British Bake Off… The iconic white tent is up and the bunting is out for the 16th run of the baking contest that sees a new batch of 12 amate

I share my home with 63 haunted dolls – but why do they all love to party?

■ Old wool sweater, blanket or textured toy fabric ■ Elasticated fabric ■ Canvas belt ■ Soft toy stuffing ■ White sewing thread ■ Sewing needle ■ Black embroidery thread ■ Tapestry needle ■ Basic sewi

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The actor on her lost childhood, the benefits of intimacy coordinators — and her obsession with aliens

In the spookiest month of the year, let fairy tales, fantasy and folklore be your guide…