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Thread 13 - the one where we compare buns, puppets and all that

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Reastie · 14/10/2020 14:45

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PurpleSock · 15/10/2020 00:51

Body Shop 20% off code 19804, their flash sale is still on and that code works on sale items

itsblueisntit · 15/10/2020 01:04

@gavisconismyfriend

velvetiser on qvc preview offer £84.99 instead of £105. Comes with some chocolate sachets and 2 cups. www.qvcuk.com/Hotel-Chocolat-Velvetiser-with-10-Mixed%2C-10-Latte-Sachets-%26-2-Pod-Cups.product.809662.html?sc=PRODFEED My referral code mention-me.com/m/ol/yo1gn-2fc3d00369 will get you another £10 off

Thanks for this and your code. Have ordered

OneNightTimeMenaceStrikesBack · 15/10/2020 01:23

Snagged a few things in the prime sale, a couple of fit bits for my sister and her husband, a treseme hairdryer for my niece, 4 slyvanian families figures and furniture sets for my youngest niece, a leatherman multi tool and case for partner, a microphone for streaming for my other niece for her birthday and a ring light for her for christmas as well as a wig and cosplay for her for christmas, some vinyl records for partner, I think thats it Grin

Also bought myself soem morphe make up brushes and some othe rmake up bits for a good friend.

My local Tk MAxx had kids art pens and other small amounts of things including hosuehold bits and clothes on clearance, might be worth a rummage if you arent looking for anything specific and have the time

My local Peacocks is shutting down so have a huge sale on, not sure if they all are country wide but could also be worth a look for anyoen with a local one and i believe they also have an online sale

Primark is starting to get its onesies and fleece dressing gowns in and also the fleece pyjamas, i picked up a lovely harry potter pair for my niece for £11

Anyone know where i can find anything Grinch related that isnt the dvd? Primark had a lot last year but had nothing Grinch related this year a sfar as i could see

Dolphintrainer · 15/10/2020 02:11

@OneNightTimeMenaceStrikesBack I’m pretty sure I saw Grinch nightwear in Primark yesterday. In the women’s section.

Foggyday124 · 15/10/2020 05:55

I tried to get the Halloween toucan code but I’m sent to the generic boxes instead. Can someone help please?

1AngelicFruitCake · 15/10/2020 06:19

Are you typing HW14 into the turquoise code box on the main page? That’s what I did following advice on here. Might be loads have done it and they’ve stopped it? Good luck x

thelegohooverer · 15/10/2020 06:36

@ShoppingBasket thanks for the remote control colour changing lightbulb idea. I’m going to try and quietly replace dd’s lightbulb on Christmas Eve madness and just put the remote control in her stocking.

thelegohooverer · 15/10/2020 06:38

I have a code for 20% off cult beauty if anyone wants it. Looks like it’s one use so I’ll dm if someone is interested

sorryiasked · 15/10/2020 06:49

Brand Alley have Janod wooden toys and games on sale, prices from £5, mostly 30%-50% off.

margaritasbythesea · 15/10/2020 07:09

A word of warning about Amazon Warehouse: check over your order as soon as it arrives. I have had lots of great things but also one Lego set which had faulty pieces which I didn't notice until too late.

Fridgeandkitchen · 15/10/2020 07:36

@OneNightTimeMenaceStrikesBack

Snagged a few things in the prime sale, a couple of fit bits for my sister and her husband, a treseme hairdryer for my niece, 4 slyvanian families figures and furniture sets for my youngest niece, a leatherman multi tool and case for partner, a microphone for streaming for my other niece for her birthday and a ring light for her for christmas as well as a wig and cosplay for her for christmas, some vinyl records for partner, I think thats it Grin

Also bought myself soem morphe make up brushes and some othe rmake up bits for a good friend.

My local Tk MAxx had kids art pens and other small amounts of things including hosuehold bits and clothes on clearance, might be worth a rummage if you arent looking for anything specific and have the time

My local Peacocks is shutting down so have a huge sale on, not sure if they all are country wide but could also be worth a look for anyoen with a local one and i believe they also have an online sale

Primark is starting to get its onesies and fleece dressing gowns in and also the fleece pyjamas, i picked up a lovely harry potter pair for my niece for £11

Anyone know where i can find anything Grinch related that isnt the dvd? Primark had a lot last year but had nothing Grinch related this year a sfar as i could see

Primark had Grinch phone cases and socks and pjs when I was in our local store last weekend. May be keep checking.
Howmanysleepsnow · 15/10/2020 07:48

Tesco has a Grinch mug with hot chocolate yesterday.

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GazingAndGrazing · 15/10/2020 08:00

QVC clearance section is worth taking a look at. I’ve just picked up a Christmas top for £13 inc P&P - you can also get £10 off using one of the referral codes on the referral thread here

I’m having to sit on my hands to stop me buying all of the clearance beauty bargains.

ShoppingBasket · 15/10/2020 08:15

@thelegohooverer I'm trying to decide is that a brilliant idea or an insane idea 😂

I think I'll try that too 😂😂😂

Wasn't overly impressed with prime day, other than the £10 off it wasn't great for me. I'm hoping smyths or argos come up with something I need Star Wars lego. God damn Disney plus.

Yeknom · 15/10/2020 08:37

And now prime day is over, DH said let's get DD the Barbie campervan Hmm. Hoping black Friday comes up trumps!

MsMiaWallace · 15/10/2020 08:41

@Puffalicious it's the ring active for the switch. It looks really cool. Loads of activities on it. You basically have to move around, run etc to play the game.

It looks like they might have sold out at Very for that bundle but they do still have others with the 10% off offer.
I don't think we're gonna get them any cheaper.

Mamagotskills · 15/10/2020 08:47

Cox & cox codes if any use

Thread 13 - the one where we compare buns, puppets and all that
Anydreamwilldo12 · 15/10/2020 08:52

@polkadotpjs thanks, I didn't even think about the problem of storing it😀

Spam88 · 15/10/2020 09:10

@Foggyday124 I think that's right, but then you should be able to choose you're crafts and I just chose the two Halloween ones.

TheGriffle · 15/10/2020 09:14

I’ve bought loads of presents for all my family, in fact I’m nearly done but i feel so unprepared!

I need to book a day off work so I can get everything out while my girls are at school/nursery and see what I’ve got and what else is needed as everything is hidden around the house/garage so I’m worried about losing things.

Also I’m after a bargain Lego Art Sith Lords set if anyone come across one for less than £105. Dh would love it so I’m hoping for a Black Friday bargain maybe.

jocktamsonsbairn · 15/10/2020 09:25

@thaegumathteth

This is a bit niche but has anyone got a candy floss machine that's any good?
Years ago I bought dd the pink candy floss machine e from Argos and it's still on the go 10 years later! It wasn't the one in the toy section, it was in the small appliances section.
nightcap · 15/10/2020 09:27

Thanks for rec @SkintSanta and someone else recommended the same recipe file, I think it's the one I'll go for! Thanks to everyone for the super helpful suggestions.

In hunting for gloves I came across heritage of Scotland site which has a sale on. It's a bit of a weird mix of stuff from Harry potter badges/robes to Rick and Morty stuff to Barbour gilets! Some really nice looking blankets and ponchos too. Can't vouch for the company though, I ordered something but it hasn't arrived yet so no idea if the quality is good.

nightcap · 15/10/2020 09:28

D'oh! Forgot link: www.heritageofscotland.com/shop/sale

Foggyday124 · 15/10/2020 09:35

Thank you for the suggestions re toucan box!!