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Ice Cream Cookies perfect for children's parties
By Juliet Sear on 10/01/2013 13:38:02
Whip up some divine decoration on ice-cream cookies with this mini masterclass by Fancy Nancy boutique cakeshop owner Juliet Sear
to decorate. Play about with the colours and sprinkles to make really them your own super sundaes. Ingredients* 12 vanilla cookies in ice-cream cone shapes* Caramel-coloured soft-peak royal icing, in a piping bag with a No. 3 nozzle* Pale-pink, yellow, mint
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Frankfurt's festive fayre
By Judith Wilkinson on 10/12/2012 16:57:01
Browse one of Germany's most elaborately decorated Christmas markets
Villa Kennedy, GermanyWith a history dating back to 1393, Frankfurt's Christmas market is one of the most elaborately decorated in Germany. Centred around a huge Christmas tree, it is famous for toys, handicrafts and hobby-horses. It feels like
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The best festive foodie makes for families
By Fiona McKim on 28/11/2012 16:42:00
Cook a christmas cake from scratch, or decorate gingerbread men, with these cool kits
Christmas Cake Kit, £20What could be finer than creating your very own Christmas cake with a little help from Fortnum & Mason? Doing it yourself in style also means you can omit any pesky adult ingredients that your child doesn't enjoy.Available in store from Fortnum & Mason.
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A Christmas craft by Cath Kidston - Santa Paws
By Junior on 26/11/2012 13:37:00
Add some home-made kitsch to your Christmas decorations with this festive fox terrier, Stanley
festive Stanley as a tree decoration or super-cute gift tag.Adapted from Make Your Own Christmas Decorations by Cath Kidston (Quadrille, £15). To buy at the special price of £11, including p&p, tel 01256 302699 and quote ref 7XG.
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Chic Christmas stockings
By Sophie Westnedge on 05/12/2012 15:43:00
It's time to put up the tree and adorn your fireplace with beautiful stockings. We round up the most fashionable designs out there
Cool TraditionIf you're going for a chic Christmas look, The White Company has got it covered! This beautiful stocking is fully lined and has a sunning red and white jacquard stitch design, for a traditional and funky feel, wrapped up in one.Boys Moose Stocking, £35.
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Children's furniture isn't purely functional
By The Range on 09/01/2013 14:40:11
Find bedroom furniture which works for you but can adapt as the years pass
http://www.therange.co.uk/When you fit new furniture into your own bedroom, it's nice to pick things that not only do their job but fit the decor of your room, with attractive panache. But when it comes to your kid's room, it's all too tempting
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Get creative with gingerbread
By Sophie Westnedge on 26/11/2012 15:00:00
Get into the spirit of Christmas with tasty and easy to make gingerbread creations
Go festive with foodWhat better way to conjure up some festive spirit than by making your own delicious decorations or edible gifts?Home baking is also a great activity to enjoy with your child - all the fun of measuring and weighing, the joy
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Delicious Vanilla Cookies & Royal Icing Recipes
By Juliet Sear on 10/01/2013 11:04:38
Use this easy recipe to make delicious home-baked cookies, like the cuter-then-cute ice cream delights
This recipe is so easy – you just make the dough and roll it out, then cut out any shape you wish. I use this to make lovely cookies for treats, presents, party or wedding favours, as well as cake decorations. You can also use this recipe to create
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Cosy Cornwall for the whole family
By Judith Wilkinson on 10/12/2012 14:28:33
Enjoy a festive break at The Cornwall's Woodland Homes
The CornwallSeeking a home away from home over Christmas? Opt for one of The Cornwall's five-star Woodland Homes, complete with decorated Christmas tree, chocolates, mulled wine, gourmet hampers and even a visit from the resort's own carol singers
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Coworth Park Christmas
By Judith Wilkinson on 22/12/2012 10:57:22
Spend the festive break in the beautiful British countryside
and parents are guaranteed a fun-filled break. During the Christmas period, younger guests will have their breakfast delivered by Santa, enjoy a cookie decorating class and be treated to a festive afternoon tea. A car transfer to Sunningdale Parish
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