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Reastie · 22/09/2026 15:23

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hugsandpugs · 23/09/2026 13:00

My snuggz loungewear set arrived this morning 😍

So happy with it can’t believe it was only £9! Opened the packaging just to feel how soft it is 😆❤️

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Footballboots · 23/09/2026 12:57

Are air ups still popular? Considering for my nearly 8 year old.

Also recruited the primark pyjamas - check vijted. Might get some with tags.

Ivalueloyaltyaboveallelse · 23/09/2026 12:56

FilthyforFirth · 23/09/2026 12:46

Am gutted I missed the Pokemon switch game, damn having a new job and losing the ability to MN all day... :(

Same gutted.

NotMeekNotObedient · 23/09/2026 12:53

@bt1234I haven't tried it but I think you just need the bugs and the tiles/tubes as per picture. I might get a bug for DD to try this! Thanks for the inspiration.

@Mumbythesea1try running that image through the Vinted search.

My contribution is also Argos sale. Got a nice butterfly dying kit for DD5 - great for fine motor skills and the lifecyles curriculum she'll be doing in reception. Reduced to £6.

Butterflies

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Mebs · 23/09/2026 12:53

Does anyone know of any deals on decent heated blankets or robes please? 🙏🤞

FilthyforFirth · 23/09/2026 12:46

Am gutted I missed the Pokemon switch game, damn having a new job and losing the ability to MN all day... :(

keepincool · 23/09/2026 12:11

ShyMaryEllen · 23/09/2026 09:41

She does have induction, which limits what can be used. I wouldn't buy non-stick (or not the coated ones)for health reasons, so would prefer to go down the stainless steel road.

you may know this - but to test if a pan is suitable for induction when you are out shopping you can use a fridge magnet, or other magnet, and if it sticks to the bottom of the pan it is okay for induction hobs.

dc82 · 23/09/2026 11:56

Another vote for Stellar pans. I got my set as a wedding present 25 years ago and they still look like new. They lasted considerably better than the marriage 🤣

Tryonemoretime · 23/09/2026 11:49

Here4the · 23/09/2026 09:26

There's increasing noise around non stick pans not being great because the coating flakes off. The metal ones are amazing, especially if heavy based commercial grade ones, but check she doesn't have an induction hob as they might not work. I get mine from a charity shop so you can see how they last.

I no longer have any non stick pans because of concerns over long term effects. My stainless steel ones are from pro cook.

olivietolivie · 23/09/2026 11:44

@user7172 I had an app notification about a week ago so I put it in my diary. I’ve also just had an email today telling me, although I’d already booked. Have you clicked as far right as you can in the calendar?

user7172 · 23/09/2026 11:27

olivietolivie · 23/09/2026 06:39

Those with Waitrose delivery savers, Christmas slots opened today

Thanks @olivietoliviehow did you find out please? I have one but nothing from Waitrose and when I go online I can’t see them? Thanks

Mumbythesea1 · 23/09/2026 11:19

Mumbythesea1 · 23/09/2026 11:05

I think I’m probably looking for the impossible! DD saw some “how to train your dragon” pyjamas in Primark ages ago. They were blue striped shorts with a matching top. She really wants these exact pyjamas but I have searched many may primarks since and they never have them. Does anyone have them and wouldn’t mind taking a picture? I can then google lens them to keep an eye out! They are blue pinstripe shortie ones?!

Managed to find a photo of them. Has anyone seen these in primark?!

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handmademitlove · 23/09/2026 11:17

@Idontwanttoknow84 we have had success with nanoblocks as an alternative to lego (mainly when they ran out of space for actual lego!). They do all sorts of different sets, including fish such as clownfish and puffer fish - could put a few together?

Idontwanttoknow84 · 23/09/2026 11:08

Anyone have any ideas for a 17 year old lad? He's into gaming, likes intricate lego, audio books, keeps tropical fish.. Ideally don't want to spend more than £30.

Mumbythesea1 · 23/09/2026 11:05

I think I’m probably looking for the impossible! DD saw some “how to train your dragon” pyjamas in Primark ages ago. They were blue striped shorts with a matching top. She really wants these exact pyjamas but I have searched many may primarks since and they never have them. Does anyone have them and wouldn’t mind taking a picture? I can then google lens them to keep an eye out! They are blue pinstripe shortie ones?!

savysaver23 · 23/09/2026 10:44

All 3 of my kids want an air up for flavoured water if anyone knows were i can get these on sale.

Loving the thread thank you all

VikingNorthUtsire · 23/09/2026 10:37

Does anyone know if you can tell how long a Boots.com offer is on for please? I really want to use the 22% off luxe beauty but it needs to be in a couple of days. I'll be gutted if I miss it!

ExtraordinaryBush · 23/09/2026 10:33

PudgeJudy · 23/09/2026 06:40

I still have my ikea 365 stainless steel pans from over 15 years ago going strong. If you keep an eye on Aldi for their special buys they often have cast iron casserole dishes too that are far cheaper than Le creuset and seem fine (I have both and don’t see any great difference).

Bought our Le Crueset dupe casserole dish from Robert Days about a decade ago and it's still great, they have a sale on cookware at the moment.

Mytribeof3 · 23/09/2026 10:15

PoppopPopcorn · 23/09/2026 08:30

I bought this one last year and have definitely had my monies worth already.
Was about the same price.
www.robertdyas.co.uk/daewoo-16l-1000w-soup-maker

Looks like a good one and always reassuring to have a recommendation so thank you ☺️

ShyMaryEllen · 23/09/2026 09:41

Here4the · 23/09/2026 09:26

There's increasing noise around non stick pans not being great because the coating flakes off. The metal ones are amazing, especially if heavy based commercial grade ones, but check she doesn't have an induction hob as they might not work. I get mine from a charity shop so you can see how they last.

She does have induction, which limits what can be used. I wouldn't buy non-stick (or not the coated ones)for health reasons, so would prefer to go down the stainless steel road.

hby9628 · 23/09/2026 09:26

@Mytribeof3im in the market for a soup maker for my mums birthday in Oct. I was going to see what deals there might be on prime day.

Here4the · 23/09/2026 09:26

There's increasing noise around non stick pans not being great because the coating flakes off. The metal ones are amazing, especially if heavy based commercial grade ones, but check she doesn't have an induction hob as they might not work. I get mine from a charity shop so you can see how they last.