So you're organising Christmas this year. What are you going to give everyone? How can you make it that extra bit special? The perfect housewife is at hand to help you - with a little planning and some top tips your halls will be decked with the minimum of fuss and the greatest of flair!

The Perfect Christmas is a lavishly illustrated guide to preparing and executing a Yuletide to remember, with hundreds of inspiring ideas to make your Christmas special - from handmade decorations and top shopping tips to planning a festive party and the all important Christmas dinner.

Contents include:
Your Christmas year planner and countdown to Christmas
Designing your own Christmas cards and e-cards
Decorating the tree and house
Projects and crafts for the kids
Ideas and recipes for Christmas get-togethers
Where to shop and things to see