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20 non-toy holiday gift ideas for kids
Children everywhere have already begun to give serious thought to their holiday wish-list while parents everywhere have already begun to cringe with the realisation that in just a few weeks more toys will be invading their home.
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Five gift wrapping hacks for Christmas
There are two types of people in this world, those who are amazing at wrapping Christmas presents – and the rest.
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Healthy Reindeer Chocolate Brownies
Try these super cute reindeer brownies for some healthy Christmas cheer.
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Want to reclaim your sanity at Christmas? Implement the 'four gift' rule
Time to call off the present hunt.
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14 trees that show what Christmas really looks like with kids
From picture-perfect to 'deconstructed by toddler', these tree photos from our Facebook fans show the true spirit of Christmas.
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Edible Christmas gifts
Get the kids to help in the kitchen with these fun Christmas gifts to make and eat!
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15 Easy Christmas Craft Ideas for Kids
Get the kids in the holiday spirit with these easy Christmas craft ideas.
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Extend the life of your fresh cut Christmas tree
Here's how to keep your live Christmas tree looking amazing for the whole festive season...
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Give the Gift that Gives Twice
It's that time of the year when kids are going to be given more presents than needed, with much of it likely going to end up to in the never-used pile.
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Let’s not catch up before Christmas
It is a peculiarity of the Australian festive season that not only do we bake hot meals and sing about Frosty the Snowman in 35-degree weather, but that our Christmas co-incides with the end of the school year and recital time. Did I mention the work drinks?
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Parents can amaze kids with a photo of Santa caught in the act
This Christmas eve, kids all around the world will be fighting the urge to sleep so that they can try to catch a glimpse of the big guy as he fills their stocking.
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Great Christmas gift hiding spots
Do you have a child who can snoop out a present long before December 25? Check out these hiding spots to keep prying eyes away.
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Hang Christmas lights like a pro with these 10 tips
Have you ever gone for a drive around the neighbourhood in the weeks leading up to Christmas and admired the twinkling light displays but have never pictured yourself climbing a ladder tailed by a train of tangled Christmas lights?
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