It’s a known fact.  Christmas comes too early.  We’re half way through October we already have Bonfire Night and Halloween to make plans for – but it doesn’t stop the Birmingham Council from putting up the Christmas decorations.  Even if they’ve not been turned on yet, we know they are there.  Yes, Birmingham Council folk, we can see them.

But hey – it’s not just Birmingham and the West Midlands.  There are some towns and cities that are preparing to turn the Christmassy sparkle on in just a week or two. You would think our premature displays reflected how organised the British people are.  No.

No matter how much they try to rush us, Birmingham or otherwise, we like to do things last minute.  Why else do you think Lastminute.com is so successful?

If you don’t want to get caught up in the crowd of Yuletide shoppers at the Bullring, Birmingham, then maybe you can enjoy making your own.  Making your own gifts can save you money, save you the stress of shopping, and give you something fun to do with friends or family members.  But where do you start?