1. Mrs Brown's hopes for the New Year are on the cards.(5,8)
2. Sweets or toys. (8)
3. Could I play it in Ancient Rome.(4)
4. A really big car heist.(5,5,4)
5. You can always buy extra set pieces.(5,3)
6. Two pairs needed to win this.(7,1)
7. Ouch!(3,3,4,2,3,6)
8. Add in beer before making a spirit and keep in order.(9)
9. Starving heavyweights.(6,6)
10.Found in a toolbox.(6)
11.Play without articles, in miniature.(5,5)
12.Sounds like something the captive shouts!(4)