Improvisation was the name of the game at a holiday playscheme after craft supplies failed to show-up.

Volunteers at Kings Meadow Primary School, Bicester, were dismayed when materials they had ordered were not delivered on time because of a mix-up by Parcel Force.

Stephanie Clap, pictured, was among 90 children, aged between five and ten, who attended the arts and crafts playscheme.

Volunteer Sharon Mace said: "We had to do the craft work with whatever we could get out hands on.

"We've made pom-pom animals with coloured pipe cleaners and feathers."

The delivery of about £700 worth of equipment included a range of craft materials for making wax-sand candles and wooden Christmas tree ornaments.

Mrs Mace said: "At least they will have plenty of materials for next year."

After adding the finishing touches, the children will attend an end of week party today.