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Christmas

Christmas tree trivia and facts 

Since about 1850, Christmas trees have been commercially sold in the United States.  The National Christmas Tree was not lighted in 1979, except for the top ornament, which was done...

Classic Christmas Ornaments

United Kingdom (Commonwealth Union)_Each year, you decorate a gorgeous evergreen with lights, glass Christmas ornaments, ribbon, tinsel, and other items that evoke the holiday...

Deliciously Unique Christmas Cakes  

Christmas (Commonwealth Union_Christmas 2023 is a time for indulging in decadent, rich, treats, and what better way to celebrate than with a one-of-a-kind Christmas...

Vintage-inspired decor ideas to infuse your home  

Europe (Commonwealth Union)_ Let's explore creative ways to evoke the magic of Christmases past, making this holiday season a delightful blend of tradition and...

The world’s weirdest Christmas traditions 

Europe (Commonwealth Union)_Venezuelans skate to church, Norwegians hide their brooms, and Catalans are obsessed with festive pooping. We reveal some of the weird and...

Choose a classy Christmas gift

With less than two weeks until Christmas, time is of the essence to purchase the right present for your loved one. The National has curated a selection...

Birth of British Christmas cake

Christmas (Commonwealth Union)_ The original Christmas cake was a plum pudding, which was a porridge really, and because the lead-up to Christmas used to...

5 Delightful New ideas suitable for All Ages To Fill Out Your Christmas Gift List 

Christmas (Commonwealth Union)_ If you have a family tradition of giving books as presents, there are some selections given below.  Cedric, the Rescue Dog (Ages 10-Adult)  This...

Continuing Christmas 2023: 12 toys with high play value…. 

Christmas (Commonwealth Union)_The Christmas tradition of exchanging gifts has origins both ancient and modern.  Even though the present-day festival of Christmas is an annual...

10 Easy Recipes for Christmas Cupcake recipes contd … 

United Kingdom (Commonwealth Union)_10 best-ever recipes for Christmas cupcakes  3. Jolly Snowman Cupcakes  Build the sweetest snowman ever with easy candy decorations.  Serving Size: 18, Active...

30 Christmas Cocktail Recipes Contd …… (Cheers!) 

Christmas (Commonwealth Union)_ here are the final three of the easy Christmas Cocktail recipes as promised.    28 Crème Brulé Martini  Combine 1½ ounces Don Julio silver...