Alan is a cartoon character. He is also a childishly scribbled cyclone of destruction. His creators, the warped geniuses behind the brilliant Modern Toss series, say he is best known for "shitting up barbecues, weddings, dinner parties, dragging trees through relatives' dining rooms and blowing up country cottages."

So what could be more perfect this Christmas than a Limited Edition Knitted Alan Action Figure? Standing a full 12cm tall and attached to a photographic scene of terrifying destruction, this highly collectible figurine is hand crocheted in wool and designed by knitwear designers Cardigan. Place an advanced order for your very  own Alan this yuletide - for "the knock down sum of 20 quid" - by logging on to www.moderntoss.com