Ten simple ways to get into the Christmas spirit

Christmas is coming at pace. Whether you’re searching for the Christmas spirit yourself, or want to spread the good vibes to your friends and family, it’s not too late yet as www.amaysim.com.au has put together ten simple ways to help you get into the festive spirit.

• Stream movies – Seeing is believing, so you’ve got to start by watching Christmas movies. From the classic animations and family comedies to romantic feel-goods, there’s a Christmas movie for every night of December.

• Spotify Christmas playlists – When you think of Christmas music, you may already have a go-to album in mind. But you should take a lesson from your Christmas tree and branch out. Spotify has an endless list of Christmas songs and playlists for you to stream (just search Christmas).

• The beloved tree – If you haven’t put it up yet, now is your last chance to transform your living room into a festive wonderland.

• Email Santa – He may be hundreds of years old, but Santa Claus has kept up to date with technology. Get the kids together and help them craft a letter to Santa, then email it to his personal computer – whether he reads it himself or it’s handled by his elf secretary, it’s all part of the fun.

• Elf yourself – There are a bunch of fun and festive activities to do online, however one of amaysim’s clear favourites is elf-yourself, which allows you to put you and your loved one’s faces on dancing elves.

• Simplify shopping – If you’re a gift-giver, the infinite aisles of online stores can be exciting and daunting. Don’t just dive in; make a plan of attack for what sites to visit and what you’re after.

• Read the kids a classic – Whether you tell the moral story about all those Christmas ghosts or recount the adventures of The Polar Express, reading is the best way to get into the world of Christmas. And it’s not just for the kids. You’re narrating these worlds too, so it’s hard not to get sucked in.

• Gingerbread and candy canes – Start baking festive recipes and buy a big bucket of candy canes. This is a delicious way for you to get ready for the feasts that are right around the corner. Plus, you’ll need the baking practice for the midnight cookies you’re going to leave out for Santa.

• Events – Check your area for any events coming up. Nothing inspires the Christmas spirit better than a jolly crowd.