What have you bought recently that has brought you joy?

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Share with me your recent retail therapy.

I bought these fairy lights from Cable and Cotton. I love the glow they've bought to my kitchen.

@Subtleknife

Some cheapish ear buds from Amazon, they have changed my life I listen to podcasts on walks and in supermarkets (I'm the crazy looking one laughing out loud in the bread aisle 😅) Also twinnings superblends sleep tea, delish

Do you have a link? My AirPods have stopped working properly and I’m even more bored on the interminable walks than before.

A peloton the most speedy purchase we’ve ever made aside from our house! But I was missing my regular spin and my mental health was terrible and it’s made SUCH a difference

A super soft hoody from a really colourful independent business that just brings me joy every time I wear it

Some gorgeous pjs from Matalan that are thin but warm and just the right amount slouchy with a lovely print

Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin moisturiser and Ro’s Argan from Lush that you use in shower, I have the smoothest skin I’ve ever had!

A Papier Daily Productivity Planner with a foiled constellation design on the front - its making organisation a pleasure!

@AuntieDolly- I love that!

Merino base layers... and over layers! I walk a lot, but I’m going through the menopause and sweat like a horse. These keep me comfortable and stink free.

Not something for me but a head torch for DH for Christmas which has quickly become THE essential piece of household kit. No more trying to juggle torches and screwdrivers, or peering under the sink or down a drain or into the loft with no hope of seeing anything. I've also 'borrowed' it for sewing and painting. Game changer

I have also discovered my local library's (free!) audiobook collection and can now walk the same boring route every day in the company of anyone I choose.

A Bluetooth headphone headband so I can play Headspace every night to get to sleep without disturbing DH and it also drowns out his snoring.

Some felt and embroidery thread so I could make tree decorations for Christmas gifts. It kept me sane through the whole of December.

I got given a weighted blanket for Christmas and I love it, it's really helped me sleep through the night much better.

Off to buy the embroidery hoops mentioned by PPs....

ChampagneCat, arrived a few months ago and has been worth every penny of the £100 adoption fee. She's not so amazing at helping with WFH which is new to both of us this morning - one of us is enjoying it a lot more than the other

I've got these little espresso cups which have different colours inside. Oh the job of contrasting these colours with the colour of the liquid you put inside them. Purple contrasted with strawberry milkshake is wonderful.

An embroidery kit - it even came with the the frame. First time I’ve sewn since I left school. From a tiny website called Dorset Home Crafting.

@AuntieDolly

That's a beautiful print.

If you aren't familiar with her, check out Anita Klein. Your print reminded me of some of her work.

Beautiful cat @Champagneforeveryone

@disappointedofnorfolk I got the lights from Amazon.

www.amazon.co.uk/Battery-Powered-Waterproof-Moroccan-Decorations/dp/B01NBOQ3QR/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=fairy+lights+morrocan&tag=mumsnetforu03-21&qid=1610963499&sr=8-4

Cashmere socks, from Kiltane. Pure luxury and comfort for my trotters. I got a pair at Christmas and loved them so ordered 3 more pairs. Worth every penny.

A KitchenAid stand mixer. I am happiest when I'm baking in the kitchen and it is a thing of absolute beauty too.

A hayu subscription so I can watch lots of guilty pleasure reality TV shows this was especially good while I had terrible morning/all day/all night sickness and wasn't fit for much else!!

www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Y398JBX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_dlT3_tWvbGb67QEG6D?psc=1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=mumsnetforu03-21

They aren't fancy but I can do webinars, calls and listen to podcasts. They even stay in running when I wear a headband over top

My lovely new bag. Recently I decided to build up a wardrobe in more neutral colours such as black, (dark) blue and grey and then I found this lovely addition.

DS16 hit rock bottom over Xmas, he was desperate to go back to school and eventually opened up to me about how he was feeling. We had a chat about taking on a challenge over this lockdown. He told me that he wanted to try and teach himself to play the guitar. I was straight onto Amazon.
He has made steady progress and makes a decent sound. His mood has improved and he is smiling again. Joy!

Thanks for the online plant recommendations folks

A paw patrol tower... Im 9 months pregnant and this toy entertains the toddler for hours.

I've grown cape gooseberries from seed, inside. They grow very quickly and look fabulous. And you can eat the fruit (delicious).
www.dtbrownseeds.co.uk/Vegetable-Seeds-1/Cape-Gooseberry-Golden-Berry-Seeds.html?ccode=D21PGP&gclid=CjwKCAiAgJWABhArEiwAmNVTBxwL9HhqUSheE_dTwEGOZiRpXUkTYrgsTUvpKYd-0zeTILY5tnnckRoC9MwQAvD_BwE

I bought some hoodies and jumpers for homeworking, in light, spring colours I’d never usually wear.

Pre-covid I didn’t wear loungewear or sportswear at all - was a dresses and heels kinda gal - and almost always wore black, so I’m excited about embracing Spring comfort!

Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser
Lindt dark chocolate with sea salt
Heated throw
Beeswax candles (always keep stocked up with these)
Macramé to hang some plants at my kitchen window
A teeny tiny hot water bottle for my cat

Some grey 50mm wide wood effect venetian blinds for the kitchen. Due mid Feb.
They replace the cream argos roller blind that's been up for 15 years.

I bought a cordless stick vacuum yesterday and I already love it - got it out of the box and ran it around straight away!

I have a granny trolley too although it’s not a new purchase. They are so underrated!

Re plants, I’ve bought them from the RHS, Thompson & Morgan and Primrose and they’ve all turned up in good condition.