The Black and White Squares

2. I’m tall but never grow; I wear lights like clothes and keep presents below.
6. Five rings
7. Classic Dickens character who says “Bah, Humbug!”
10. Which pop group achieved three consecutive UK Christmas number ones in the 1990s
11. A Ho Ho Holiday Icon
12. Popular Christmas film featuring Kevin left home alone
13. Holiday character who was once teased for being different
16. I’m festive and sharp, A chef’s delight. My handle screams Christmas, But my blade means bite.
17. Famous ballet often performed at Christmas
19. Traditional Christmas drink made with eggs and cream
20. Plant associated with kissing during Christmas

1. I’m the heavyweight champion, Of nuts and bolts galore. I don’t fight in a ring, But I tighten like a chore.
3. I’m the original jingle, Before pop songs stole my fame. I hang out with reindeer, But Rudolph gets all the acclaim
4. Leader of the toy-making elves
5. December birthstone often linked to festive jewellery
8. German word for Christmas tree
9. What German fruit bread, often containing marzipan, is eaten at Christmas
14. I’m the sparkle squad, On duty every December. I don’t sing carols, But I make your house a contender.
15. Rainbow trout, silver perch, White Bass, Pink salmon, bluefin tuna, red…..
18. Christmas icon who melts when the sun shines