Christmas

Welcome to Mum’s Grapevine’s Christmas HQ!

Here you’ll find our favourite gifts for kids of every age; loads of super simple Christmas crafts; delicious festive recipes and fancy food; DIY decoration ideas and wrapping inspiration; plus tips to keep you organised through the silly season.

Ho Ho Ho xo

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Best Santa Sacks for 2020 | Mum's Grapevine

11 Best Santa sacks for merry little elves

Sarina SinghNovember 5, 2020

If the kiddies have been good this year, they should soon be expecting a little something-something from the big, bearded man in the red suit. Forget old pi... Read More...

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15 fun-filled advent calendars for Christmas

Katie OliveiraOctober 6, 2020

There are countless Christmas traditions we all know and love: decorating the tree, baking gingerbread men, singing carols. But the squeals of delight and h... Read More...

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Snap, cracker and pop: 11 homemade Christmas bon bons

Hejira ConveryDecember 20, 2019

Bon bons are a beautiful addition to the Christmas table and it's easy to make crackers with Mummy's little helpers. So pull out the craft box and create a ... Read More...

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19 creative ways to wrap with brown paper

Amanda LongDecember 20, 2019

Prepping your gifts ready for Christmas can be just as exciting as opening them, but there's no need to blow the budget on fancy paper and boxes of bows. Br... Read More...

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Pavlova grazing boards are this year’s Christmas trend

Anita ButterworthDecember 19, 2019

Is there anything more Aussie than a pav for dessert after Christmas lunch? Now one mum is taking the humble cream topped dessert to a whole new level, crea... Read More...

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15 FREE Christmas gift tags for last-minute presents

Amanda LongDecember 18, 2019

Ever been caught mid-wrap only to realise you've depleted the entirety of your stationery draw? And yet it happens every year. Save the late night present p... Read More...

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10 ways to make Christmas morning rock

Briony WalkerDecember 16, 2019

One of the best things about Christmas as a parent is the chance to experience the joy, wonder and excitement of this magical time all over again. It's also a g... Read More...

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12 squeal-worthy Christmas table settings

Caroline TaylorDecember 13, 2019

The turkey’s in the oven and the guests are on their way - now there’s just the matter of dressing the table. But before you drag out your Rudolf place mats and... Read More...

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16 simple ideas to bling your wrapping

Amanda LongDecember 13, 2019

Christmas prep is all about beautiful decorations and thoughtful presents for family and friends. But if your not blessed when it comes to gift wrapping it'... Read More...

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25 Christmas Cookie recipes to make at home | Mum's Grapevine

25 festive cookies to make this Christmas

Louise WeeksDecember 10, 2019

It's that wonderful time of year again. Christmas cheer is in the air and what better way to dive into the festivities than with a fresh batch of Christmas ... Read More...

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9 Christmas tree decorations for mini makers

Domenica KielyDecember 6, 2019

Christmas is all about enjoying quality family time together, so get your Martha Stewart on with the kids and spend a crafternoon making your very own DIY C... Read More...

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Hilarious dad turns baby into a real life Elf on the Shelf

Domenica KielyDecember 6, 2019

When Alan Lawrence, first started documenting his life as a dad of six kiddos, he probably never expected to become a huge viral sensation, but that's exact... Read More...

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13 Awkward Santa Photos

Briony WalkerDecember 6, 2019

Over the years, Santa has sat with millions of different children on his knee. It's not surprising that, just occasionally, things can get a little awkward ... Read More...

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Mum’s simple hack to stop Christmas shopping tantrums

Anita ButterworthDecember 5, 2019

'Tis the season for shopping centre meltdowns with overwhelmed children wanting all the things, all the time. Fear not, one enterprising mum has come up wit... Read More...

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28 new Elf on the Shelf ideas

Anita ButterworthNovember 29, 2019

In need of fresh ideas for Santa's little helper? Who better to ask for new Elf on the Shelf ideas than mums who have become experts in Elf-antics. We as... Read More...

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