Christmas bargain 2014 thread

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First new thread of 2014. So, who else is over past half way done? please don't tell me I'm the only one

Huge OP post will start back soon, but is on summer holidays until things pick up again (unless anyone wants me to stick on something?)

for everyones help on this, let's make 2014 the most bargainous yet

Itstill you're doing a grand job with all these Amazon bargains I love looking at the 'what other customers viewed/bought' bit - more bargain stuff!

Look at how busy it's been today, just like old times

Ive just bought the wooden letter and number magnets for dd for Christmas. Her first stocking present!

I love these purses!

great thread. so far have bought liberty scarf and bird house for me

If anyone has any ideas (or sees anything suitable) for advent calendar fillers for men, let me know. I did avon fragrance samples last year and he still has lots left so looking for something different. They need to be small enough to fit in a little money envelope.

Just a word of warning about the cheap toddler safety backpack, they are ridiculously small made and of the 5 I've known who've owned them the strap has ripped off within 5 uses. One of those happened as the child tugged away towards a road so I'd avoid unless your child is a hand holder!

I'll second squtters advice about the toddler rein bag. I bought it last year (the batman one) and I don't think I'd use it for a safety harness as it seems pretty flimsy. DS is happy to use it as a batman backpack though.

Can anyone link to an 'official' loom board. One that isn't a fake.

I'm trying not to go too mad with the Christmas shopping, I'm trying to clear my debts, but at the same time, I like getting things now and putting them away. I love not rushing around in December!

Filo I got one of those little bagpack purses and it is really nice! It is just big enough to put a gift card in (which is what I got it for) :).

Seeing this thread has made me think.... I have a challenge for you all .....small, lightweight (the smaller and lighter the better) stocking fillers for a 10 yo boy and 15yo girl please as it looks as if we may be abroad for Xmas .

I've seen a few ideas on here already like the little Xmas tree charm

I must have missed the Christmas tree charm. Can I have a link please?

Amazon Norbert

norbert how about nail varnish, perfume samples/trial sizes, lip gloss, travel size shower gels, etc. Playing cards (Paperchase usually do some funky shaped ones), nice pens/pencils, packs of tissues (iirc dotcomgiftshop do some fancy ones), jewellery, sweets (things like popping candy)

Mayhem Claire's sell the original Rainbow Loom kit - £20

norbert how about nail varnish, perfume samples/trial sizes, lip gloss, travel size shower gels, etc. Playing cards (Paperchase usually do some funky shaped ones), nice pens/pencils, packs of tissues (iirc dotcomgiftshop do some fancy ones), jewellery, sweets (things like popping candy)

norbert how about nail varnish, perfume samples/trial sizes, lip gloss, travel size shower gels, etc. Playing cards (Paperchase usually do some funky shaped ones), nice pens/pencils, packs of tissues (iirc dotcomgiftshop do some fancy ones), jewellery, sweets (things like popping candy)

norbert how about nail varnish, perfume samples/trial sizes, lip gloss, travel size shower gels, etc. Playing cards (Paperchase usually do some funky shaped ones), nice pens/pencils, packs of tissues (iirc dotcomgiftshop do some fancy ones), jewellery, sweets (things like popping candy)

sorry, my phone went all funny

OK, OK Crafty calm down!

Like the idea of the funky playing cards as they like card games (and gives them something to do when we're there)

Where can you get samples and trial sizes of toiletries and perfumes from?

Ebay, just search for "samples"

Not necessarily a bargain but for those looking for Frozen toys-the Elsa soft toy doll is back in stock ATM in Disney store online. Just got one for DD & an Olaf.

Both dressing up outfits seem to be in stock too but I'm holding out hoping Asda ones come back in stock.

Norbert pocket packs of tissues in pretty packaging = 12p in Home Bargains. Travel sized toiletries were 3for2 in Sainsbury's last time I was in. Poundshop for nail polishes. (too old for small cuddly toys from Poundland?) Some randomness from amazon? Finger lights or jewellery type things?

I think it's the cheap random crap from Amazon that I need eg. like last years finger lights (something that cost pennies but has novelty and entertainment value, plus it's small and lightweight). Will supplement this with edible goodies that will be eaten before we return home so won't take up valuable baggage space.

Decent/main presents will happen when we get home in the new year but we just need the token fun stocking fillers that will make it seem like Xmas IYSWIM.