Here's one I made earlier

For people of my age and a bit younger, The Blue Peter Advent crown was an important part of the build-up to Christmas. Oh, that sense of anticipation as another candle was lit. Not long now! Soon the great day will be upon us. Despite the offer of a 'fact sheet' telling how to make it, I never did master that intricate design involving four wire coat-hangers, tinsel, baubles and of course four candles. Like most of my contemporaries, I had to make do with the shop-bought Advent Calendar. No chocolates behind the doors in those days – just 'seasonal' pictures: snowman, tree, Santa, holly, and of course the big finale on the 24th – The Nativity scene.

Here at Romford Evan, we are counting down the days to Christmas. We're decorating the church, squeezing the tree through the door, practising carols, ordering mince pies, inviting the neighbours round for some real seasonal cheer. We'll be telling the "old old story". We reckon the message of the angels and the baby in the manger is remarkably relevant and up-to-date for people under pressure at the end of 2008. And yes, we have the Advent Crown – someone gets to light a candle each Sunday leading up to the 25th!

It would be great to share Christmas with you this year. Why not plan to be with us at one of the events mentioned here. Christmas really is something to celebrate. Come and join in!