Thread 17 - I’ve just ordered 2 whack a mole games. No idea who for!

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Thank you @TheGriffle for the title. Lots of mole whacking will be going on over Christmas thanks to this thread!

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Their Facebook page says they are sending out the hampers over the next few days

@MyUsernameHistory I resolved that one in RL before I saw your message, sorry.

Not sure if its been mentioned but the Works have 20% off online orders with code FB20

If anyone has any ideas what i could buy DHs step dad I would appreciate it, final present to buy!
60yrs old, no food gifts as diabetic. DCs have got him a shower gift set. Into computer games and football.

Heads up to anyone who received their LOL Amazing Surprise on an Amazon Warehouse deal after Black Friday.
Mine was sold as 'like new' but my packaging was shocking. Big rip on one side and obviously taped up. I was quite disappointed really.
I complained via Live Chat. They offered to refund but then I explained I'd never get it again at that price. After a bit of to-ing and fro-ing, they offered me a 20% refund on keeping it. Which I accepted meaning it was an even more bargainous £52 in the end!

Might be worth complaining if anyone has anything similar.

Zillaindie does he support a specific football team? If so it might be worth a look at the club's website. Most have shops and they have all kind of gift ideas.

@beadyboo I’m a size 5 and I buy my DMs from the kids section. Not sure of any discounts at the moment but it’s waaaay cheaper than buying adults.

I know I should have purchased them over the weekend but I'm now in the market for some Apple AirPods, any decent deals still on the go?

Anyone got any ideas for a gift to keep my friend warm walking her dog?

@retiredand I picked up some hand and foot warmers in decathlon yesterday which might work? £10 a box may well be cheaper places though.
@Zillaindie
I know you said not food but I noticed NOTH do diabetic hampers...

Thermals? Merino wool ones are lovely and really make a huge difference!
Or a really nice pair of gloves?

How about something like this. Rechargeable Hand Warmer With USB, 5200mAh Power Bank Electric Hand Warmer With torch https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B077Q8TSXC/ref=cmswwrcppapiii_5oM5DbGRFRBZR

@welshpolarbear Thank you! That is the perfect gift for my impossible to buy for dad! I love this thread!

@retiredand Sheepskin shoe liners? I have just had an email from Celtic and Co to say my order has been despatched so it looks as though they are honouring the code.

Fab, thank you. Love this thread. Got the sheepskin liners 5% topcashback too. Off to check out decathlon now

@youscumbagyoumaggot could it be worth contacting them and seeing if they'll add it on for you? That seems unfair!

@Chocolateteabag yes me. I didn't know either about debit card but someone on last thread told me and I got it back as well. I had ordered three for Dd and her pals.

What would you recommend for a mid 50s man?
My dgran has asked me to find something for my ddad,
Budget around 45- 50 but could stretch to 80 and forgoe 2 smaller present she usually gets as well,

He's not very into tech, not a big drinker and not particularly foody, he's a big geek but owns a comic book shop so gets anything geeky he wants through there,

I'm thinking maybe a coffee machine but wouldn't know where to start or whether you can even get a decent one at that price?

I also have a voucher for matalan that I believe is for 20% off, online or in store, PM me if you'd like it!

@dancemom best price I could find today was at Currys

Earlier in the thread I saw the playmobile bus mentioned. I've just seen it reduced in morrisons at £15.

Any deal I find is always mentioned before I get chance so don't contribute that much, but thank you all for the wonderful deals, this thread is so useful.

Not a deal for an item but the jet2 advent calendar is live on instagram and facebook, a chance to win a holiday a day.

For anyone still looking for a male specific Perfume Society discovery box (discussed up thread) they are releasing one this Friday. I’m getting it for oh so fashionable nephew! Don’t know the details but they’re usually fan, with a mix of designer, luxury and niche brands. The men’s ones tend to sell out fast at £19 + delivery

Fab not fan!

Ooooo @BlueisthenewGrey it was me looking for it!! I shall pop into morrisons this evening, thank you.

Don’t know if it’s been mentioned, but Laura Ashley have 30% - including lots of their beautiful Christmas decorations. Even JL didn’t reduce their decorations over Black Friday so I think this is a good deal

If you are waiting for a Christmas / Black Friday hamper, these are being dispatched between 2nd and 9th December, unless you ordered your hamper on our 'Massive Stock Clearance' sale and then it will be dispatched between 11th and 13th December

I got the same message about the hampers!