CARVING up something special for the festive period is on the cards at the community men shed based in Largs which has a number of gift ideas.

The Clyde Coast and Cumbraes Men's Shed has taken the opportunity to show some of their Christmas decorations which are for sale at the shed on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

It is 20 months since the voluntary run operation launched at the Brisbane Centre, and it now has a membership of over 80.

Its main purpose is to provide a place for men to get together, chat and help each other, and work as a team in producing various woodcraft to boost men's mental health.

A spokesperson said: " Please pop in and see our Christmas trees and other hand made items.

"Orders can be taken for specific items in various sizes.

""First and foremost the Men's Shed is for men's health and well being. We do make and sell products and this gives everyone a feeling of accomplishment and a feeling of pride.

"The practicality of the shed is that we have bills to pay and any money we make from the products we sell go right back into the charity.

"This is to pay any bills or future liabilities once the asset transfer for the takeover of the Brisbane Centre from North Ayrshire Council is complete."