As any mum knows, Christmas is a costly time of the year. Whether you’re in charge of the presents, the food, the decorations, the outings, or all of the above, there is always going to be a lot more to pay out for in December and the lead up to Christmas than in any other month, and that can be stressful. It can detract from the fun and magic of Christmas. One way to deal with this is to have a homemade Christmas, making gifts yourself and spending out very little. Another way is to have a minimalist Christmas, again,…