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The festive season can be loud, busy and a little overwhelming at times, so this year I was craving something different. Instead of carols, shopping centres or big events, I chose laughter. A night out seeing the Hey Felicia! Christmas Special  at Sit Down Comedy Club  felt like the perfect way to do Christmas without the chaos — and it turned out to be exactly what I needed! The Vibe Inside Sit Down Comedy Club Sit Down Comedy Club has a cosy, intimate feel that immediately puts you at ease. The seating is close enough to feel connected to the show, but not so packed that it feels uncomfortable. The room buzzed with anticipation, that gentle hum of people ready to laugh, relax and switch off for a while. Whether it was groups of friends or possibly co-workers, you could see everyone was in great spirits, and we found everyone to be really friendly. There’s something comforting about a venue where the focus is simply on being present — no pressure, no rushing, just settling in...

There’s something wonderfully calming about shaping air-dry clay with your hands —especially when you’re creating something cute, festive and full of personality. Christmas gnomes have now become one of my favourite little holiday crafts because they’re simple, affordable and so easy to customise. Whether you’re crafting solo, with your support worker, or enjoying a quiet creative afternoon, these tiny gnome friends bring a cosy bit of magic to the season. Here’s how to make your own charming Christmas gnomes with just a few tools and a ball of air-dry clay! A Quick Look at the Supplies Most of my supplies were affordable finds from Kmart, and you might already have some of these at home. For this project I used: Air Dry Clay ( Kmart ) Clay tools ( Kmart ) Paint set ( Kmart ) Paint brushes ( Kmart ) Palette set ( Kmart ) Quick-Dry Clear Varnish ( Bunnings ) A white paint marker (from a $2 shop) Baking paper (to help stop sticking) Placemat that's washable to work on ( Kmart ) ...