Thread 7 - the one with the bilbo dildo

[Reastie]

See post 2 for some useful links. Message me if I've missed anything that can be added

So, info below is hopefully helpful and links below are for some of the frequented websites from the page. If you know of a website that would be good to add please let me know .

Since it's so popular now there would just be too many links in the link post, and I'd go slightly unhinged attempting to get them all in, so I'm fine tuning and doing generic site links rather than specific product links (unless there's something so brilliant that consensus is to add it here). If there's a stupendous code that could do with adding on here let me know bold and big is really helpful for me . Hope you find it useful.

Predicted by fireflygirl the 25%off Sainsbury's dates:
(They were right on all but one last year
19 September 2017
24 October 2017
27 November 2017

From tattyboggle89:
18th October 2017
Looks like this will be the date for Sainsbury's big toy sale this year so save the date! Will update if I hear any different.
It's usually really good instore

And the 15th September 2017
This will be the date for Smyths 20% off all toys instore! (Usually is all toys other than video games etc)

Sockeatingmonster’s top tips about aliexpress:

I have used Aliexpress quite a bit over the last few years. My tips/observations are:

1. Check reviews
2. Be wary of plastic toys. There have been concerns about toxic plastics from China, and I have binned plastic figures for having very unpleasant smells. I no longer buy any 'low-end' plastic items and only ever from sellers with lots of positive reviews
3. Aliexpress refund/complaints procedure is actually way more straightforward than eBay, and stacked in the buyer's favour
4. Beware of mains operated electricals, many of which are supplied without fused plugs. Always message the seller first if in doubt, don't rely on the photos
5. I don't trust dress up clothes to be flame retardant, although I don't believe this is UK law anyway?
6. Clothes can come up very small. Quality can be variable (excellent to awful). Photos are often of similar items, so take them with a pinch of salt and check the reviews.
7. Actually, all photos on Aliexpress should be taken with a pinch of salt. Again, check reviews (where buyers often post photos of the actual item received)
8. I wouldn't trust toys to meet UK safety standards and wouldn't buy anything that could pose a risk (e.g. Paint might not be safe for children to gum, there could be sharp edges/choking hazards, etc)
9. Lego alternatives don't tend to stick together as well as genuine Lego. Minifigures are still excellent value, but the odd one might benefit from a few drops of superglue.

10. Barbie and other doll clothes can be excellent value, but check reviews for fabric quality and finish 11. Stationery is generally excellent value, although paper quality can be lower than expected. Type 'kawaii' into stationery and be prepared to spend a fortune!

Bargain crazy website here an outlet for very and littlewoods

Joules eBay outlet here

Lisa Angel here

Studio have some well priced items but quality on everything isn't amazing here

Super saver delivery tool is a fab website where it will find low value items on amazon to take your shopping basket to £20 to qualify for free super saver delivery when you're getting close here

Toys for a pound toysforapound.com

Wonderbly (formally lost my name) here

Checking in! Thanks, Reastie!

bilibo link for those who missed it

Anyone else had a message from the cheap fingerlings seller stating that they've had a warehouse fire, and the fingerlings have all burnt?

Think ill go for the refund!

I've had a lousy day so have just eaten an entire Terry's chocolate organ and currently eyeing up the other two...helppppp!!

Strawberryfield DD1 took a while to warm up to it, but can often be found rearranging the dining furniture now to make room for spinning!

There's a set of mini bilibos you can buy too which we keep by the bath!

I posted this on the end of last thread but those bilbos are definitely worth the money, ours is very well loved, finally realised that's what the weird spinning thing we bought at the carboot for a £1 last year is!! Highly recommended here, dd's are 8 and 5 and it's been everything from a spinner, jumping off point and sacrifice bowl...

Thankyou for the new thread, we are flying through them at the moment

Checking in! Catching up on last nights bake off and about 6 pages of bargains!! Or not as it may seem with Argos!!

How long is the 3 for 2 on at Argos?

I actually remember reading about them quite some time ago, when they just came out. And was a bit about the RRP. But I will give it a go for £12! And - very important- it doesn't contain lots of small bit I would end up putting away in the evening.
Had a read of the reviews on Amazon before buying, somebody mentioned they get easily damaged if spinning outdoors on the cement floor.

Just checking in. I've not bought a bargain since the fire engine. Was kicking myself for not waiting for argos 342 when buying a buddyball and aquabeads but would have only saved £2 due to price increase so not all is lost

I do not need a bilibo I do not need a bilibo

Thank you to whoever suggested the lego tape- looks great! I'm really struggling for stocking fillers for DS (12) if anyone has any more ideas?

I saw the 2018 Pokemon annual in Sainsbury's for £3.50 - is this a good price? It will be the first year I buy an annual for my DD.

Checking in, pretty much sorted as far as ideas go apart from my DNs and a few foody things to get nearer the time.
The app is keeping me in check, just watching on here for vouchers and sales!

Reminder the LOL big surprise is still available for preorder at toys r us!

Nails Inc have a sale on. I got a set that was £104 for £10 www.nailsinc.com/collections/nails-inc-festival-fever-ii-nail-polish-collection_1607/ They sell out though so may all be gone.

Fab Reastie thanks

Thanks Lumpy ** that's my niece sorted. I'm going to be best auntie ever when she opens it.

On a side note, DD is currently obsessed with farms/farm animals. Anyone seen a good sized, good value wooden farm anywhere?

chocolatepud what was the fire engine offer?

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Thanks Reastie.

My 3D pen and extra filaments came today. I bought some coloured and glow in the dark ones too which look great.

I'm gutted that I've been uming and ahing over a red or natural moover pram and the natural one has its gone right up in price. I think I prefer the natural one but I've got itch now to grab the red one quick

I'm looking for the gin boxes- was it Flavourly? I know I can google but if it's a referral scheme I'd rather help someone out by clicking their link.

TheImpossible - yes Flavourly. The £16 off is not referral. Just code. Can't remember code but it's on the website.