After much deliberation we decided that the Christmas characters prize should go to Laura, with Trine a very close second. Many, many thanks to all who entered, we’ve loved every single one and have been touched by the great reaction.

Blown away by these two fantastic pics sent in by the lovely Trine, her love of making stuff and photography degree have combined to stunning effect.

The competition’s now closed, we’ll retire into our ‘judgely huddle’ and let you know the winner next week, a thousand thanks to all those who entered.

Another late, but stunning entry in our Fold-Your-Own competition, this time from Helen at ADM who made up the whole family and used them as place card holders on her Christmas table. We are delighted that our little friends had the opportunity to play such an important part in the big occasion alongside the best glasses and posh cutlery.

Here’s a shot of our Spruce Spruce soaking up some culture at Tate Modern courtesy of our friends at IPC Media. Not sure if it has now been added to the permanent collection…

Here’s Sam the dog (and his best friend duck) admiring a beautifully made Spruce Spruce. Remember all entries must be in by the end of Friday, so keep em coming…

Two more very fine pictures of our cardboard friends have arrived courtesy of Peter F. The first pic shows them in an icing sugar winter wonderland, whilst the second shot features Frankie and Jasper his construction assistants.