3 h. ago DIY Christmas decorating hacks for a festive home on a budget

You don’t have to spend hundreds on decor to make your home feel both festive and chic

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26 h. ago Marnie Simpson's hack for turning Christmas decorating into family fun

Marnie said she transformed an ordinary day into a DIY Christmas craft session

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28 h. ago High retailer confirms it will close ALL 650 shops for three days this Christmas

A MAJOR high street retailer has confirmed it will shut all 650 of its stores for three days over the festive period this year. The budget retailer said the closures will cover key dates across the holiday season, continuing its long-standing tradition of putting employee time off ahead of trade. Poundland, which has hundreds of...

Economics

48 h. ago 'I made a simple DIY Christmas wreath and everything went completely wrong'

The Daily Record's Georgia Burns is leaving Christmas decorating to the pros after her DIY nightmare

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3 d. ago These affordable Devon lodges are perfect for a festive family getaway

Nestled between Exmoor National Park and Dartmoor’s beautiful countryside, The Mole Resort guarantees festive feels on a budget, says Leeanna Lock

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3 d. ago Four savvy ways to host a festive family film night on a budget

COUNT down to Christmas with a festive family movie night. If the price of a cinema trip leaves you feeling a bit Scrooge-like, though, here is how to host your own film night on a budget . . . STREAM FOR FREE: First, find your movie. This year, there is no need for a subscription as the main...

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4 d. ago Home Bargains 'giant' LED sleigh 'adds magical touch to homes for Christmas'

The budget retailer could have just the thing for festive fans looking for a 'show-stopping' decoration

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6 d. ago AD FEATURE: Unwrap incredible savings with AliExpress this Christmas

AliExpress reveals UK shoppers' festive spending plans and your blueprint for a budget-friendly Christmas

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6 d. ago The small fixes you can do to save time and money on your Christmas dinner

With a few tweaks and a little forward planning, the festive kitchen might just feel a little calmer and a lot more efficient this Christmas

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7 d. ago DIY Christmas gifts on the rise as Brits embrace crafting trend

A new study shows that 27% of UK adults plan to make Christmas presents from scratch this year, with many expecting to save over £80 by crafting personalised gifts

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1 week ago Mum's 'amazing' DIY Christmas jumper hack costs just £8 and looks 'amazing'

Christmas Jumper Day takes place annually on December 11. First launched in Britain in 2012, the initiative is run by Save the Children, and has raised more than £40 million

Economics

1 week ago Christmas gift ideas: TopCashback and M&S deals for a very Merry Christmas

The Christmas Countdown is on and there are bargains and great deals to be had to meet your Festive budget

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1 week ago Major DIY chain accused of banning workers from putting up Christmas decorations on shopfloor where customers might see them

Workers are said to have been told this week they can only put up tinsel and baubles where they will not be visible to customers, such as in staff rooms.

Economics

1 week ago The £1 Hobbycraft buy that transforms your kitchen into a Winter Wonderland with ZERO mess

A CRAFTY mum has gone viral after unveiling the ultimate no-mess Christmas décor hack and festive fans can recreate it for just £1. TikTok creator Mallory Lee Richardson has become the unexpected star of the season thanks to her bargain makeover trick, that'll transform an everyday kitchen into a cosy, Christmassy showstopper. In her viral...

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1 week ago Nick Knowles' brutal Strictly assessment after horror knee injury forced him to quit

The DIY SOS presenter talks going OTT with his own home this Christmas, growing up in simpler times, and how he keeps his big blended family happy

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1 week ago Stacey Solomon unveils Pickle Cottage’s huge DIY Christmas decorations

Stacey Solomon has shared an insight into her lavish Christmas decorations which features a humongous home-made bow.

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2 w. ago Three smart ways to take the financial tension out of festive gatherings

IT’S great to squeeze in lots of get-togethers with friends and family before Christmas. But splitting the cost of socialising can be a headache. Here’s how to take the financial tension out of festive gatherings. MAKE A BUDGET: Agree clear spending limits to avoid crossed wires. It’s a good idea to do this as early...

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2 w. ago What to do with a sparse tree? Or a wonky angel? Shop window

There’s a lot of pressure to make a splash, but you can create beautiful festive decor on a budget – just ask the people who do it all year roundIt has been Christmas in the retail world for weeks but most of us are only now getting the decorations out at home. How can you reuse and recycle what you already have to create the perfect festive feel? Shop window-dressers – or visual merchandisers, as they are also known – share their tips for capturing the magic of the most wonderful time of the year. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Mum explains how she feeds family of four Christmas dinner for just £10

Charlene Woracker's budget tips for the festive season have gone viral.

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4 w. ago Nostalgic 90s Christmas decor is back – nail it with minimal effort using £3 buy

A SAVVY woman has shared how she jumped on the nostalgic 90s Christmas trend on a budget. Naomi Trevitt, from the UK, took to social media to share her clever hack to decorate her living room. In the clip, she said: "When wrapping paper is now used as wallpaper." Naomi had multiple rolls of Christmas...

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