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Tuesday 30th December 2008
Create the effect of a glitter ball by hanging CDs from your ceiling. They'll reflect the lights and add sparkle to the room.
Katie Grantham, Edinburgh
Wednesday 24th December 2008
Before you blow up balloons for a party, poke some confetti through the neck. Then, when balloons are popped, a shower of confetti will fall out. Perfect for seeing in the New Year.
Pam Lovett, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
Monday 22nd December 2008
Instead of spending lots of money on Christmas wrapping paper, I use old copies of my favourite magazine! Pick Me Up paper makes for brightly wrapped presents, and family and friends think it's fab.
Angela Marriott, Wallasey

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