I just order my Christmas turkey! The butchers in town was very busy, which was nice to see, and open from 8.00am! I've bought a 16 lb (7.25 Kg) free range local bronze turkey, at a little over £9 a Kg. A quick look online shows me this is a very good price for a good quality bird - they do sell for cheeper, but generally for cheeper, lower quality meat. I'm very pleased! Still, it's going to cost me a fair amount for the meat, but it will be worth it. I just hope it fits in my oven!

Car is currently in the garage having its MOT. I didn't book a service because they couldn't fit me in today and the MOT needs doing before next weekend. But apart from an oil change I think I've been keeping Lucy fairly well maintained - she's got new tyres and is always topped up with oil, coolant and water. Here's hoping for a painless MOT...

I had a bit of a money panic last night, realising it's only the beginning of the month and we're still in debt overall. We did have a healthy balance until mortgage went out! I just need to remind myself that we are making progress month on month, and after December we'll no longer be paying for the wedding photos so that will make a huge difference. I'm going to have a big old ebay this weekend as well - I know it's not going to make much of a dent in our debt, but at least I'll feel like I'm doing something. We have loads of wedding gubbins to sell, so hopefully I can make something on that.

I've also been trying to figure out ways to make frugal Christmas presents for people. I hope my brothers don't mind getting home made and cheaper gifts this year, since we're usually all pretty generous and I can end up spending £50 on each brother easilly. Nothing like a bit of debt to bring out the crafty side of me! :)

I've been searching for some craft projects to make for people as Christmas presents, and here are some of my favourites! (For my reference as well as anyone else's use).

D12 handbag
Molecular embroidery
Fabric placemats
Holiday wreath

All for now! I'll probably update this as I find more. :)

Off to make toffee apples for tonight's firework display!