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Seriously - somebody stop me!

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 13:52

I have just bought this to keep order in our tent while we are in France this summer. Moved well and truly over to the dark side. I'll have a caravan next.

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 13:52

Apart from anything else, I should be working Grin

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SalomeD · 02/07/2013 13:54

Is that all you bought?? Wink Surely there's lots more 'useful' things on that website.

shirazplease · 02/07/2013 14:00

wowzers hillbilly! You truly have crossed to the dark side!

gives me an idea for my portable tripod washing line I'm hiding in the garage

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 14:10

Whispers - I'm going to hang this from it. I promise NEVER to use it in the uk.

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 14:11

oh yes, and 2 of these Blush

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aboutagirl · 02/07/2013 14:13

You obviously have way more room in the car than we do!

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 14:19

I have very little room in the car but I am hoping to pack clothes in the boxes and the other things pack flat. Might have to leave DH at home though.....

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NigelMolesworth · 02/07/2013 14:38

Now you just need some of these www.lakeland.co.uk/50015/Hands-Free-Wine-Glass-Holders

and one of these www.lakeland.co.uk/52009/SnackStand!!

(runs away quickly Grin)

MummyPigsFatTummy · 02/07/2013 15:02

I want one of these: www.lakeland.co.uk/51773/Cream-Cool-Bar. Though I am tempted by those hands free wine glass stands, Nigel...

Slubberdelatrinae · 02/07/2013 15:04

Dear oh dear of dear

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hillbilly · 02/07/2013 15:26

I have cut up my card and am leaving the building.

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Blu · 04/07/2013 14:08

Surely that contraption will tip over if you fill the hanging thing with heavy gear and hang it on one side?

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hillbilly · 04/07/2013 14:49

Good point Blu - I might have to counter balance it with something, or I could just sit next to it nonchalantly holding it, with a glass of wine in my hand for 9 days - in which case it will have to go outdoors so I can get a suntan Smile

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hillbilly · 04/07/2013 14:56

Or I could hang the thingy from a tree outside.....

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Blu · 04/07/2013 15:03

Yes, buy another hangy thing to counterbalance it.

And the the contraption will collapse symetrically under the weight Grin.

Take no notice of me, I just in denial about any other clothes storage system than the 'I know it's in this heap somewhere' method.

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hillbilly · 08/07/2013 12:38

Well the lakeland thingy arrived and I have to admit I think I must have taken leave of my senses last week. It's probably going to be sent back! I will string up a washing line and hang my pretty dresses from there. Note to self: must buy pretty dresses rather that the usual utilitarian shorts.

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hillbilly · 08/07/2013 12:42

MBFT - I have just seen what you posted earlier! Cool Bar! That's amazing and could possibly be strapped to the top of the car....

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MummyPigsFatTummy · 08/07/2013 14:28

Oh hillbilly - I do hope you get it and are at a campsite near me. I would love to see a proper camping cocktail party. Sadly we would have to leave DD behind in order to fit one in. Sad

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hillbilly · 08/07/2013 14:30

Have decided to ditch all ideas of organisation and get a hammock instead Grin

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MummyPigsFatTummy · 08/07/2013 14:34

Is that a general plan for life, hillbilly, or just for camping?

hz · 08/07/2013 16:56

I want a hammock, something strong but that folds up small. Let us know if you find a good one!

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hillbilly · 08/07/2013 18:31

I'll keep you posted hz. MPFT, Shock absolutely and only for the holiday of course, although still waiting for the lovely ikea storage boxes so all is not lost. I also decided to hunt down a nice big stick when we camp in a couple of weeks so we can make our very own rope swing by our pitch in FranceSmile

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hz · 08/07/2013 18:39

Hillbilly That's exactly what I've been thinking of doing! I was thinking maybe some climbing rope, should be strong and not take up too much room :) Hammock and rope swing, who needs anything else!

MummyPigsFatTummy · 08/07/2013 19:21

Oh that is a fantastic idea, hillbilly. Dont be surprised if your pitch becomes the site child magnet though - the kids had to be dragged away from the one at Chafford Park this weekend Grin

hz · 08/07/2013 19:49

Maybe we could charge per go....;)