I’m wrapping up the blog (pun intended!) until the New Year. I reflect on 2016 and explain why Christmas means more to us than ever before.

If you’re looking for last-minute Christmas presents, why not visit the Groupon website. They’ve got gift guides packed full of fabulous gifts ideas and experiences for the whole family. Just look at what I found for Mr T!

If you still have Christmas gifts to buy and find yourself short of time and short of ideas, head down to HomeSense, the one-stop gift shop where you’ll find something for Him, Her and everyone else at up to 60% off the usual retail price.

For the first time, The Black Friday Sale on Amazon.co.uk will run for 10 days, from Friday 17th November to Sunday 26th November. Get an early start on Christmas shopping with great deals on gifts from HD TVs, phones, & audio products, to beauty buys, stylish home accessories & fashion plus must-have toys!

The Black Friday 2017 deals have already started! I share my top 10 tips for hunting out the Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals so you’re ready to grab a bargain.

We continue our Christmas Lego building tradition by building the Lego Volvo EW160E 2-in-1 (alternative Volvo L30G) Set No: 42053. I give you my review of our first Lego Technic set.

In part 3 of my ‘Creative Inspirations’ series, where I showcase artists and creatives that inspire me, I interview Anne Yewlett, who runs the Cardiff cake makers, Scrumptons Cakes, with her husband Dan. I discovered Scrumptons Cakes whilst on holiday in Wales and I’ve been desperate to share Anne and Dan’s story and talent ever since!

Have a happy recycled Christmas! I tell you how to recycle your Christmas cards, Christmas wrapping paper and your Christmas dinner.

We are excitedly counting down sleeps to Christmas Day and looking forward to unwrapping gifts, seeing loved ones and celebrating the Good News about the greatest gift ever!

When it comes to giving gifts, I have to agree its the thought that counts. Inspired by the John Lewis #Makeitthoughtful campaign, I’ve compiled a Christmas gift list with thoughtful ideas for each gift to make them extra special.

I’ve been ‘tagged’ by fellow blogger Bridie, from Bridie by the Sea’, to answer some Christmas questions.

Get ready for Christmas with my festive treats to make with kids & inspiring Christmas ideas from fellow bloggers, including festive food, crafts & decorations