Thread 2 - the one with the return of the buns

[Reastie]

@jumpingintosummer thanks for the inspiration for the thread title, I’m now singing ‘return of the buns’ to the tune of ‘return of the Mac’

Thought I’d do a ‘how to’ for a couple of things people often post about not being sure of

To do click links you do this put link in here then a space then the name or phrase you want to go with the link . Don’t put a space between the start of the link or the last word next to the like I have or it won’t work but I had to to demonstrate.

If you’re posting anything specifically for me please do @ me or I may not spot it. It’s helpful if when sharing bargain info you bold it to make it easy for people to differentiate between chat and bargain links.

To follow the thread without using up a post to mark place you can click on ‘watch this thread’ at the top of the first post.

No affiliate links please.

Referral thread here to use for if you’re posting your personal referral link to others.

Second message has a few links and info which I’ll slowly build up, let me know if there’s anything you’d like me to add to it

[Reastie]

Some top tips from thelegohooverer:

My tips are:
check out companies on trustpilot before ordering
be wary of companies that only have email/contact firms for customer services and no phone numbers or addresses (unless of course you enjoy meaningless replies from bots)
keep a list of what you’ve ordered so you can follow up if something doesn’t arrive. Sometimes it’s a numbers game where they’re betting on people not following up on missing orders.
check where things are shipped from, particularly if you need them quickly. I’ve got caught out waiting for the slow boat from China when I thought I was ordering locally.
I’ve started using Revolut to avoid putting in my main bank details (and it helps me budget)

Aliexpress have lots of stuff very cheap, order early as it’s all delivered from China here . Be aware some items are a bit knock off in quality and safety, check reviews and be aware. Clothes can come up v small and take the photos with a pinch of salt as a guide for what you will get.

Camelcamelcamel is a brilliant site that tracks prices on amazon here

Lisa angel sale is popular when on, apparently arrive nicely packaged too here

Magazine subscription offers here and here

Netpricedirect has discount toys and party bits here

Toys for a pound here

[Wolfcub]

Thank you Reastie

[Sideorderofchips]

I'll bring my butt over here to ask again 😂

Need some ideas for a nice coffee gift for my boyfriend (yes for those who know me I've met someone ❤️)

I don't drink coffee so have no idea

[NoWordForFluffy]

I just posted on the other thread, Chips!

[Christmas21]

@Sideorderofchips do you mean coffee brands or coffee making gifts?
I don't drink coffee either but I got my brother a coffee grinder and coffee beans last year which he loved.

[Marriedtothesilverfox]

Hello

[Adelais]

Crayola 24 pack of crayons for 90p! www.amazon.co.uk/Crayola-Washable-Crayons-Pack-24/dp/B000ET7F8C?psc=1&linkCode=sl1&linkId=fec3a63fe0eb7348566d6c2a5d2db0fe&encoding=UTF8&ref=as_li_ss_tl&language=en_GB&refRID=SH2CD54KFMS0AXFHKSSR&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-21

Good for stockings

[MrsBungle]

Has anyone seen any lovely gin glasses? Preferably that can be engraved. Struggling for my brother

[InDreamland]

@Sideorderofchips I posted on the other thread for coffee gift ideas.

[IggyAce]

@Sideorderofchips I answered on the other thread.
Checking in for the new thread, thanks @Reastie.

[Mel338a]

@Sideorderofchips

I'll bring my butt over here to ask again 😂

Need some ideas for a nice coffee gift for my boyfriend (yes for those who know me I've met someone ❤️)

I don't drink coffee so have no idea

Paddy and Scotts had a nice gift box last year with lots of different types of coffee. Gift box was very smart too. Went down well with DH. paddyandscotts.shop/collections/bundles?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0InFgZK28gIVTe7tCh1YQQAmEAAYASAAEgIy1vD_BwE

[IggyAce]

@MrsBungle Lisa Angel has items that can be engraved, if you hang on they will have a sale soon.

[Sideorderofchips]

Thank you lovelies. Will go check the other thread

[Thegirlhasnoname]

*Oliver Bonas sale has some nice stuff in

[MrsPumpkinSeed]

Thanks Reastie!
I have the dcs nearly finished.
Going to stock up on generic gifts such as wine etc as we tend to visit people we don't see all year.

[Reastie]

@Sideorderofchips no advice but that v happy news

[irresistibleoverwhelm]

Yay, following!

[MrsBungle]

Thanks @IggyAce I’ll have a look.

[Twilightstarbright]

Thank you for the crayons!

[Jubilate]

Can anyone remind me of the website that sells letter writing sets etc. I've a feeling they were from Hong Kong...

[Restlessinthenorth]

I got to the Katie loxam sale too late! The key rings would have been perfect but out of stock.

[YouveBeenLittUp]

I'm getting married next week so following but not buying too much as DP has banned me from shopping until it's over 🤣 but thanks for the crayons I have snuck them in for a stocking filler!

[daisyboo1]

Thank you @Adelais for the crayons - ordered!

[Christmas21]

Liverpool home kit is currently £48 on Asos using code 20TIME
www.asos.com/nike-football/nike-football-liverpool-fc-2021-2022-home-stadium-jersey-in-red/prd/22465339?colourwayid=60400424&SearchQuery=liverpool+shirt

[Christmasshopper31]

Never posted before but the Hobbycraft children's ceramic painting sets are all half price. Got a small robot money box for £1.25 and a jewelry box for £2. Good stocking filler sizes and they come with paint and a paintbrush.

www.hobbycraft.co.uk/paint-your-own-robot-money-box/642549-1000?query=robot