Little inexpensive touches

[SweetPeaPods]

If you have family for Christmas day (or staying for Christmas period in general) what little touches or traditions do you have to make it that little bit extra special?

We have got family staying for Christmas this year. First year having parents, in-laws and sister who lives in Canada staying so won't happen again for a number of years, especially not while dc still 'believe'.

Keen to make this year as special as possible without blowing the credit card.

@MilkCereal yeah sure it’s not mine to steal! It’s so true though.. I’m the same, on mat leave, reached the point where I’m only on statutory maternity pay and relying on DH for everything so we’re setting budgets with the family this year instead of going overboard just spending for the sake of spending

@JumperandJacket

I have been saving jam jars to make mini vases of holly and Ivy all over the house.

Ooh, I like this.