By Deanne Jeffers
YOU are likely familiar with Christmas trees, stockings and elf on the shelf, but there is a myriad of ways you can mark the festive period with friends, family and loved ones. Here are some lesser-known Christmas traditions you may want to introduce this year, or create your own special way to celebrate.
Create a holiday bucket list… It isn’t about what you buy but the memories you make, that’s why it is a fun idea to create a holiday bucket list incorporating everything you want to try this holiday season.
Make homemade cards or gifts… Christmas is a great time to get crafty and try your hand at making special cards, bonbons or holidays gifts such as personalised baubles for friends and family.
Second-hand Christmas… Op shops and second-hand stores are a wonderful place to shop if you want a unique gift or if you’re on a budget this Christmas. You can also pick up discounted decorations and cards from your local op shop.
Annual tree photo… Capture the magic of each Christmas by snapping a photo in front of your tree in the same pose each year. It will be good fun looking back on how everyone has changed over the years.
New Year’s predictions jar… After Christmas dinner, have your guests write down their predictions or wishes for the following year and put them in a jar. Next Christmas, you can look through the predictions and see if any came true.
