Bargain thread 2 - the one where I panic and can’t think of a title

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Here’s Barbarara’s instructions from last year on doing clicky links:

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Name of link
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Like this
[[www.amazingbargains.com bargain ]] but with no space after/before the brackets.
If I do it again without the extra spaces only the word bargain will appear in blue

For more links etc see message 2

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@MulticolourTriangles the barbecue oven is a B&Q or Homebase own brand I think. Possibly Blooma. Use polenta underneath the pizza too, it makes it easier to get off. Enjoy!

Burger play doh set down to £7.99 on amazon www.amazon.co.uk/Play-Doh-0816B5521EU6-Burger-Barbecue-Set/dp/B01N1N9L7H/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&crid=245J4IG228K6Y&keywords=burger+play+doh+set&sprefix=Burger+pla%2Caps%2C162&tag=mumsnetforu03-21&qid=1598273527&sr=8-1

On the bbq pizza oven (because whoever mentioned it made me think maybe dh might like one) there is a group on deal for one for £59

groupon pizza oven

thegriffle my 8 year old dd really loves blind boxes but does play with them. How about lost kitties? They have dough inside too and currently on toysforapound for £1 each. Maybe a good stocking filler? She also loves dressing up, dolls especially barbie sized (monster high, barbie, lol omg, descendants, disney etc), shes mad about descendants, adult Colouring books and sharpies, reverse sequin notebooks, playing short games - payday, exploding kittens, guess who, jenga, connect 4, game of life/monopoly junior, top trumps. She loves bath bombs and lip balms (she has loads from primark/claires and smiggle) hope this gives you some ideas!

Oh my. My lisa angel order arrived today and the items are AMAZING.... thrilled!!

Thnx DaisyChops have not seen those books before, ordered three as handy to have for gifts anytime of year at that price, looking forward to helping DD with hers

My Cath Kidston has arrived. Such good quality.

@Bluewavescrashing do you have a link to the roll of blue paper? It sounds perfect but all my searches are coming back with industrial paper towels

Thanks DaisyChops I'd looked at those sticker books for myself last year and decided against them at full price but £2.99 is a treat I do feel able to get for myself as a reward for all the money I've saved doing the Xmas shopping so far

@DaisyChops thank you so much for the heads up on those books hadn’t seen them before, ...ordered one for my son 👍

Ice also grabbed a sticker book. I think me and DD may enjoy doing it together.

Gutted I missed out on the Sanctuary bargains. Trying to keep an eye in case they pop up again.

Anyone who has bought cookies, hot chocolate etc in the Whittard sale - how long is the use by date? Are they good until after New year? I want to get bits for Christmas presents but worried at 40% off they may have short use by dates on them.

Roll of craft paper from ebay

Bought myself one of those sticker books

Not a bargain but a query

Anybody any idea when Christmas wrapping paper arrives in the shops (online shops!)?

For any fans of KVD makeup etc (also a good brand for teens/daughters into alternative looks)

Boots £10 tuesday offers include the KVD liquid eyeliner and 30ml perfumes (saint and sinner). Just had a sneak peek email.

Bought 3 of those sticker books for the general presents drawer! Never sure what to get DS's friend now they're 10. Thanks.

@cookie22614 Do you mean the £10 off £50 they did at the end of Septmeber last year? Where did you hear that please? I was planning on waiting for it to buy gifts but if they aren't doing it then I need to start buying things when I see them on offer.
For the poster that was looking at Grimms or Grapat, sometimes yesbebe.co.uk have sets on offer for 15% off.

@Thegirlhasnoname it’s usually in September. I’m desperate for some Christmassy bits and bobs for the middle of September but no one has anything in stock just yet. Prices are high online still for very average things. I’m hoping once the schools in England go back, stuff will start to appear.

Hello all, I'm joining for the ride, this is the earliest I've managed. I've been around a few years but NC regularly so you won't remember me.
My boy is pretty determined he wants a load of lego this uear, so thats easy, although pricey.

My girl however, I have noooooooo idea. She turns 5 just after xmas so I have xmas and birthday to consider. She isn't into 'girlie' things like barbie and my little pony, but she's also not especially into lego either. She has no idea what she would like.
She had a scooter and a bike last year so no need for those.
DS is a bit older so we already have a load of board games, card games, knex, lego, playmobil, geomag, dressing up stuff, and tons and tons of books.
Any amazing suggestions for 'main' Christmas and birthday presents for a 5yo girl?

How long did everyone’s Lisa Angel delivery take? I ordered on the 29th July, should I be worried that I’ve not received it yet?

@Adelais

How long did everyone’s Lisa Angel delivery take? I ordered on the 29th July, should I be worried that I’ve not received it yet?

I haven't received mine either. I'm sure I remember the delivery date was quite a long wait though!

@Lockdownlumpy I just got a really good quality teepee from Asda for £30. She could have a book corner or quiet area using it maybe?

@Adelais I also ordered on the 29th and it came today. I still have two outstanding orders. Ironically the one I order last came first! That was ordered in 13th August. Must be down to sorting of stock or something

@Lockdownlumpy what about more outdoor type things. Trampoline, swing set? Swing ball.