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Thread 14 - Kevin the carrot wrapping paper is evil, it's covered the cat in glitter

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Reastie · 02/12/2018 14:54

Thought I’d do a ‘how to’ for a couple of things people often post about not being sure of

To do click links you do this put link in here then a space then the name or phrase you want to go with the link . Don’t put a space between the start of the link and the and then last word and the like I have or it won’t work but I had to to demonstrate.

To follow the thread without using up a post to mark place you can click on ‘watch this thread’ at the top of the first post.

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Referral thread here

Second message has a few links and info which I’ll slowly build up, let me k ow if there’s anything you’d like me to add to it [thanks

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Shufflebum · 05/12/2018 20:25

Thanks gaggiagirl

Restlessinthenorth · 05/12/2018 20:34

Anyone buying from hotel chocolat, 20% off online with the code HOHO

Hope it's useful for someone

eastmidswarwicknightnanny · 05/12/2018 21:07

Gaggiagirl I started using lidl's own deodorant it's like sanex and I think 59p a pot and I have had no reactions to and usually allergic.

gaggiagirl · 05/12/2018 21:10

eastmidswarwicknightnanny sounds good! I can go to lidl!

Alanamackree · 05/12/2018 22:01

@NoWordForFluffy the insoles were from Celtic and Co using the code NOEL18 gives £20 off.

Trumpton · 05/12/2018 22:01

@shufflebum

AW18XX for 15% off and free delivery for Celtic and co .
I have bought DH some new slipper for Christmas as his old ones are 5 years old and wearing out !

The £20 off code did not give me free postage and kept crashing .
But my code was FESTIVE18
Worth trying both codes

Tiggles · 05/12/2018 22:02

I have had about 3/4 of the mini staplers, rulers etc delivered from Thailand but amazon still says they have been delayed. They've been turning up over the last week or so. Still waiting for a few.

NoWordForFluffy · 05/12/2018 22:04

Thanks, Alana!

whenwillthetwitchstrike · 05/12/2018 22:14

Does anyone know if there is a difference between Magformers & PlayMags? 9yo DD has just requested Magformers for Xmas. I
Some of you may remember that PlayMags plummeted in price on Amazon in the summer of 2017 and I bought some for DD then never gave them to her as I thought she might be too old for them and she had plenty of other presents. They are still in the loft so it would be easy to give them to her now, I just don't know if it's one of those gifts which is similar to what she asked for but just not quite right.

Sneezein3s · 05/12/2018 22:22

Can anyone help? I need a sega megadrive console for my family member secret Santa. The budget is £50 but I can’t find it anywhere delivered for that - any codes or ideas if this can be done please? TIA xx[santa]

weebarra · 05/12/2018 22:25

Thanks for the hotel chocolat code! DS1 took one look and my advent calendar and added HC stuff to his list.

Alanamackree · 05/12/2018 22:35

Anyone come across any heelies (not necessarily branded). Preferably laced rather than velcro

nowayback · 05/12/2018 22:37

Alanamackree My daughter and Most of her friends have Sports directs own brand of heelies. All seem very happy with them.

beadyboo · 05/12/2018 22:43

DNiece(5) has just requested a LOL pearl surprise. I’d already got her a few bits so was looking to spend around £20-£25. This seems to be £29.99 everywhere. I’ve tried Amazon, the Entertainer and Argos so far. Can anyone suggest somewhere where it may be slightly less? Failing that I think I’ll just go for it as my sanity is worth more than £5!!

ChickenFriedMice · 05/12/2018 22:44

I got my beer52 order after I sent an email querying how long it would be. Apparently they've had some damages at the yodel depot and yodel haven't completed the relevant paperwork so they are relying on people messaging in. They were really apologetic and they got a new box sent out the following day for me.

Iggi999 · 05/12/2018 22:57

Just preordered a fortnite Pop figure from Aldi, pleased to have got one

Iggi999 · 05/12/2018 23:06

Also thanks to nocutsnotbutts for your post about Sonic stuff this morning Smile

IHopeYouStepOnALegoPiece · 05/12/2018 23:16

Whoever it was who mentioned Yoshi leather purses etc, THANK YOU!!! The bits I ordered arrived today and they’re so perfect for DM! She’s going to love them so a huge thank you!

Appin · 05/12/2018 23:28

Even if you're resealing your Green and Blacks chocolates, contact Amazon and complain. I did, and they refunded me but told me to keep the chocolates.

fairiesandelves · 05/12/2018 23:29

Thanks trumpton for Celtic and co. Worked nicely using FESTIVE18

YoufuckingkiddingmeRay · 06/12/2018 00:57

Has anyone had problems with Birchbox taking money from their account even after canceling? They have taken two payments from my bank tonight Angry

Alanamackree · 06/12/2018 06:47

@nowayback thanks, I’ll check those out.

AdamBarlowsQuiff · 06/12/2018 06:58

Has anyone seen The Sock Game when real life shopping? I thought DH had preordered it as sometime recommended in last thread but he had ordered for next day and then the order was cancelled. It is only available for forty quid now..and I've already bought lots of ugly Xmas socks to gift with it!

sunshineNdaisies · 06/12/2018 07:04

I can only see one birchbox payment made so far but keeping an eye on it. They sent me an email asking for feedback....I still haven't gotten my bloody boxes!

lifelongfrugaleer · 06/12/2018 07:11

Don't panic about volunteer people. I'm a beaver leader and while gifts are lovely they are not expected.
This is just my view mind.
If your can and want to give some thing give your time. We are always crying out for helpers. Even if it's one session a year.
I appreciate not everyone can though.