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What items did you buy in 2023 that you will now never want to live without?

936 replies

Elephanttrunk · 09/12/2023 23:38

Interested to know about everything be it luxury or mundane
I was late to the game but now use my air fryer daily. I also love my earbuds.

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Offwiththecircus · 10/12/2023 15:05

TomeTome · 10/12/2023 00:05

Yumasia rice cooker. It’s brilliant and genuinely makes my life easier.

must admit have never understood rice cookers (tho admittedly have never done indepth research) - what's the advantage over just using a pan on top of the stove? Most rice doesn't take long.

chimichangaz · 10/12/2023 15:07

Thanks @NannyGythaOgg - that's such a helpful post!

wineandmaltesershappyme · 10/12/2023 15:08

Thank you @HMP70 😊

Heloo · 10/12/2023 15:20

Needcoffeeimmediatley · 09/12/2023 23:47

A mini dishwasher which doesn't need to be plumbed in (tiny kitchen here!)

Hi coffee, this is brilliant. Pl can you send a link to the model you use if possible? Many thanks!

wildthingsinthenight · 10/12/2023 15:20

Heated throw

fishCellar · 10/12/2023 15:20

Offwiththecircus · 10/12/2023 15:05

must admit have never understood rice cookers (tho admittedly have never done indepth research) - what's the advantage over just using a pan on top of the stove? Most rice doesn't take long.

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I'm curious about this as well.
Presumably you still have to rinse the rice as thoroughly as you would if using a saucepan.
Using a saucepan and 2 cups of water for one cup of rice is very simple.
Does it actually taste better from a rice cooker?

Thedm · 10/12/2023 15:23

3D printer. Love it! We play a lot of role player games and tabletop games and it’s amazing for making custom scenery.

Icepinkeskimo · 10/12/2023 15:33

My Dreamland velvet warming throw, beautiful quality and warmth. So much so that I splashed out and got another one for the bed.
Bamix Immersion blender worth every single penny.

nopuppiesallowed · 10/12/2023 15:35

Tacotortoise · 10/12/2023 11:10

Kenwood multichef thing. Can't imagine why I didn't get one 20 years ago.

Also, a bathroom cabinet with sensor and underlight. This was an accidental discovery (I wanted the cabinet, not the light particularly) but now, no more blundering around or blinding myself when I go for a wee at night.

Ooh! I think I need this. Which one do you have?
As to the Karcher window Vac - I've got one I hardly ever use. But a bowl of hot water, a lightweight window scraper and a scrim cloth works brilliantly.

ace249 · 10/12/2023 15:36

for those of you with coverless
duvets, where do you get them from? I know M&S did them, but the choice
seems a bit limited

Heloo · 10/12/2023 15:36

@Needcoffeeimmediatley apologies, I see you posted the link! Cheers :-)

WineIsAFruitRight · 10/12/2023 15:38

@Cherrysoup thank you! That's my dogs Xmas pressie sorted!

qotsa · 10/12/2023 15:40

@NannyGythaOgg oooo. Do you have a link to the ones you buy please?

TooOldForThisNonsense · 10/12/2023 15:40

Fancy coffee machine

SecondRow · 10/12/2023 15:41

lurkingfromhome · 10/12/2023 09:31

A Ninja mini food processor. Small enough to live on the worktop so no need to haul a full-size one from the back of the cupboard. It is so ridiculously powerful. Can literally make breadcrumbs, hummus, chop nuts etc in seconds.

Interested in this @lurkingfromhome , also have limited worktop space (recently got air fryer and it's stayed out on top so far...)

Do you know which model you got?

Knickerbockerglories · 10/12/2023 15:49

Which ones do you recommend? You’ve convinced me!!!

Knickerbockerglories · 10/12/2023 15:50

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Knickerbockerglories · 10/12/2023 15:51

NannyGythaOgg · 10/12/2023 00:06

Tiny little thing but
Vinyl Nail Wraps. Nail varnish never lasts on my nails, not even a day. I hate gels and other similar. They make my nails feel clunky and uncomfortable and I can't resist chewing them off when they start to chip.
Vinyls are around £1 a set. Look just like well applied varnish and last for at least a week. I love them. I still don't wear them all the time but they take about 10 minutes to do (after practicing a few times) and stay looking fabulous - and when I eventually peel them off, there is no nail damage

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Elephanttrunk · 10/12/2023 15:56

Thank you all, lots of things added to my personal and house wishlist

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lollo8 · 10/12/2023 15:57

Dyson Air Wrap! It's amazing. But if you want it for curls, you might be disappointed. I love it because it makes my frizzy, messy hair sleek in no time at all.

Also a wool duvet from Devon Duvets.

Thrilled to see so many people mentioning their dehumidifiers – waiting for mine to be dispatched.

Mostlyoblivious · 10/12/2023 15:59

Needcoffeeimmediatley · 09/12/2023 23:47

A mini dishwasher which doesn't need to be plumbed in (tiny kitchen here!)

Ooh which one is it? Desperate for one!!

Softwintersun · 10/12/2023 16:00

Weleda Rosemary Revitalising Hair Tonic...cured my dandruff and hair is definitely thicker and fuller!

OnlyOpenMouthToChangeFeet · 10/12/2023 16:01

No rinse shower caps. They wash and condition your hair, without needing to use a bath or shower.

I'm disabled and bed bound, and they've been a complete revelation! Can't bear my hair feeling grotty, and there's not always enough time for my carer to do it. Plus it creates a hell of a lot less mess!

5pk - Omnitex Premium Rinse Free Shampoo Cap - Microwaveable | with Conditioner & Vitamins | Nourish & Protect with Herbal Extracts & Barrier Cream | No Water, No Parabens, Latex Free, Alcohol Free https://amzn.eu/d/9W5hEed

eatreadsleeprepeat · 10/12/2023 16:09

Bare minerals powder foundation
Apple watch
Eye wateringly expensive down duvet

Digestivechocolatebiscuit · 10/12/2023 16:11

Everyone saying Airfryer.. I'm onto my 4th one. Everyone an up grade.. First got the tefal actifry when it came out ... 2010 l think.. it used to mush up loads of food .. so glad when the baskets and ninja arrived.. must only have had my oven on about 3 times a year scince then.