Get in the Christmas spirit and illuminate your house with a dazzling display of lights.

Nothing zaps holiday spirit like a dying, dried out Christmas tree. Learn how to keep your tree fresh throughout the holiday season.

Skip the long lines at the mall this year and make your own Christmas gifts. Your labor of love will warm recipients' hearts long after the Christmas season has passed.

Brighten up your table by fashioning one of these five Christmas centerpieces.

Christmas Eve is an exciting time for children as they wait in anticipation for Santa to visit their home. Create fun and unforgettable memories and make the slow passing of the time never enter their thoughts.

Arrange the baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and additional characters to form the perfect nativity scene.

Whether you're bustling in the workshop, hanging at a Christmas party, or just chilling at home, here's a costume to ensure you dress to impress.

Here's how to give those on your naughty list the Christmas gifts they really deserve.

Binge Watch live: Your guide to festive watching

This was how The Independent's readers changed Christmas morning for this family.Source: Original

The ultimate guide to the best Christmas film and TV | Binge Watch

Food and drink editor Hannah Twiggs takes a look at Perfect Cellar's Christmas wine sets.

You're going to love these quirky ways with this classic Christmas veg.

Fashion and beauty editor Lauren Cunningham gives you a guide alongside Mollie Burdell on what are the best beauty gifts for under £100 this Christmas.

Take Christmas to the next level with this giant mince pie...

When Christmas comes around you're going to need to leave out more than a mince pie this year... These treats are perfect for all Santa's friends!

Christmas pudding is quick and easy to prepare. Follow our fool-proof guide to make your own.

Packed with all the flavours of Christmas this pie is a dream.

Making a Christmas cake from scratch is super simple using a couple of clever shortcuts, we show you how in this step-by-step video.

From a mulled wine syrup to a candy cane rim, these are the best ways to posh up your prosecco this season.

Perfect for those who don't like traditional Christmas pud, this clever dessert is a real crowd pleaser.

Packed with all the flavours of Christmas this pie is a dream.

Animals in south west England frolicked in snowy fields on Thursday 30 November.Source: Fee Chester.

The best 2023 high street Christmas sandwiches were revealed.Source: Independent original