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Anyone Recently Bought Something And It’s Better Than Expected?

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tigercub50 · 02/11/2018 23:49

I took delivery of my Accessorise Swarovski stacking rings today & they are fab! They are a perfect fit & only cost £12. Ideal for Christmas parties etc 🙂

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tigercub50 · 03/11/2018 20:44

Anyone?

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Thecomfortador · 03/11/2018 20:46

I bought a couple of pies from Aldi last week - chicken, ham and leek and a sweet potato and feta - both exceeded expectations so much I went and bought them again.

girlandboy · 03/11/2018 20:53

My Morphy Richards soup maker. I was crap at making soup in a pan (I know I know) but this is bloody brilliant!

I'm awash with soup Grin

username56789 · 03/11/2018 20:55

I've also just bought soup maker best thing I've ever bought Smile

BubblesBubblesBubbles · 03/11/2018 21:11

My 69p candle from home bargains is lovely! Wasn’t expecting much and I’ve been pleasantly surprised - so much so I may spend 99p next time Grin

tigercub50 · 03/11/2018 21:37

What’s the difference between a soup maker & a blender?

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3out · 03/11/2018 21:41

A soup maker cooks the soup and then it blends it (or not, if you prefer chunky soup) :)

LockedOutOfMN · 03/11/2018 21:45

I bought a very cheap tinted moisturiser in Boots and it's brilliant! I can't remember the brand, but it's a very cheap one. The moisturiser is the perfect shade for my skin and really moisturising (I've dry skin) and works perfectly with my usual moisturiser - first time I've ever had make-up that doesn't pill. Had so many compliments that I'm wearing it regularly (used to have a bare face most days, e.g. for work).

OrchidFlakes · 03/11/2018 21:47

JML bobble off!!! £6 and revived a much loved, badly bobbled jumper. I’m thrilled Grin

LockedOutOfMN · 03/11/2018 21:48

tigercub50 Where did you order the rings from? They are showing as much more expensive on Accessorize's own website, and they're gorgeous. I'd love a set for 12 pounds.

lucysmam · 03/11/2018 21:48

@LockedOutOfMN* you know you need to go and look what it is now, don't you!? Wink

(I have nowt useful to add I don't think)

cheesefield · 03/11/2018 21:56

All Aldi cheeses.

Some cheap leave in conditioner I bought on eBay - a million times better than bumble&bumble and my hairdresser commented how great my hair is.

Tesco Chianti.

Meet0nTheIedge · 03/11/2018 22:00

Aldi "Pringles". I wasn't expecting much because some of their multipack crisps are below par but these were very good indeed.

NymanPerkins · 03/11/2018 22:01

A mini chopper/mixer that doesn’t use electricity. It has a cord which you pull, and the blades whizz round and it chops up your onions, nuts, or whatever. It’s really easy to put together and to clean.

I love it!

RebelWitchFace · 03/11/2018 22:06

Yes!! A new hoover which is bloody amazing. The suction is so good i can barely move it on the carpet. After a year of going over and over the same bit pointlessly with a shitty one,I'm stupidly excited.

A new mattress from ebay that I didn't have high hopes for due to the very low price but everyone seems to love it.

JohnLapsleyParlabane · 03/11/2018 22:08

A muji floor mop set with brush and duster attachments. I actually enjoyed cleaning today.

ShirleyPhallus · 03/11/2018 22:12

@cheesefield

What conditioner please?

Paddingtonthebear · 03/11/2018 22:12

Frozen microwaveable rice from
Waitrose essentials range, about £1.30. Bloody hate trying to make good rice, this is fab 👍

cheesefield · 03/11/2018 22:16

@ShirleyPhallus it's this- see screenshot.

I have over processed dyed knackered hair and this has somehow made it silky and conditioned, after years of paying out the arse on bumble&bumble and milkshake products.

Anyone Recently Bought Something And It’s Better Than Expected?
ShirleyPhallus · 03/11/2018 22:17

Purchased!! Thank you Flowers

cheesefield · 03/11/2018 22:19

No worries! It's so much better than £27 B&B spray oil!

Forgotmycoat · 03/11/2018 22:20

@rebel I'm desperate for a Hoover with good suction. Please could you link yours?

BlingLoving · 03/11/2018 22:20

Argan products always good. I use a argan oil to smooth my hair and protect it. Love it.

CS12345 · 03/11/2018 22:20

A spray mop and a hot water bottle! I've never had a HWB before and I love it. I know this is stating the bleeding obvious but it makes me feel all toasty and warm.

ShatnersBassoon · 03/11/2018 22:22

A slow cooker with a dish that can go on the hob to brown things before you start slow cooking - £15 in Morrisons. A brilliant bargain, and lighter and easier to clean than my old one.