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Thread 17 - the one where we have a small bit of festive escapism

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Reastie · 03/11/2020 16:15

With this lockdown stuff I can think of no better distraction than Christmas! Online present hunting will he even more important right now too.

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Like this
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Puffalicious · 04/11/2020 18:20

Thanks shitfuckoh that's that ordered - will match the lipsticks I got a few weeks back from a tip on here. Will make a great part of a teen gift for £8 total!

ClosedAuraOpenMind · 04/11/2020 18:21

@Haveyoubrushedyourteeth

Unsure if it's been mentioned before, but 20% off at Paperchase with code BBOCT20LT.
thanks for this code - worked together with the 3 for 2 offer on wrapping paper
CarrotVan · 04/11/2020 18:22

Can someone explain what’s going on with the M&S gin? Using small words (migraine)

I have received one (rhubarb) but the other (clementine) says despatched on the M&S website but ‘we’ve not received your consignment’ on the DHL website.

CarrotVan · 04/11/2020 18:23

And thank you @Shitfuckoh that’s some gifts for nieces ordered from Cougar

Puffalicious · 04/11/2020 18:29

Also ordered the men's box for £10. Worth a punt with DH and 2 teen sons- someone will like it!

NoWordForFluffy · 04/11/2020 18:29

@CarrotVan

Can someone explain what’s going on with the M&S gin? Using small words (migraine)

I have received one (rhubarb) but the other (clementine) says despatched on the M&S website but ‘we’ve not received your consignment’ on the DHL website.

Customer service said they had no idea what had happened. It might be damaged or just missing, but they couldn't get through to DHL to find out.

So they refunded me and gave me a £10 gift card.

Inastatus · 04/11/2020 18:31

@nocutsnobuttsnococonuts - glad you are sorted Smile

TheDrsDocMartens · 04/11/2020 18:52

My gin came yesterday

oatmilkisntsobad · 04/11/2020 18:56

@IggyAce

Vitamasques sent me a code as I haven’t purchased anything for a while. 40% off a £20 minimum spend it looks to be one time use so will inbox it if anyone is interested.
Oh no! I've just spent a small fortune there 😖
steph2412 · 04/11/2020 18:56

Does anyone have any Matalan codes? I need some winter boots and I've found 2 lovely dresses aswell but some money off would make them sweeter!

VividImagination · 04/11/2020 19:25

I don’t know if these are account specific but worth a try. They expire tonight and I won’t use them.

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VividImagination · 04/11/2020 19:26

Should have said for Matalan!

Amazonmulu · 04/11/2020 19:37

Can anyone recommend an advent calendar (not chocolate) for a grown up female, under £30? Feels like asking for the moon on a stick, but if anyone knows it will be you knowledgeable lot!

TIA!

Jacopone · 04/11/2020 19:51

@IggyAce, I would love to have a code for Vitamasque if it’s still available. I think I should actually get something for myself, especially that my birthday is approaching.

QueenMabby · 04/11/2020 19:55

I have what I think are one time use Lakeland codes - one is for any customer and one for loyalty card holders only. PM me if you’re interested.

Thread 17 - the one where we have a small bit of festive escapism
QueenMabby · 04/11/2020 19:55

Only from 1 Dec though. Only just noticed that. 😳

sorryiasked · 04/11/2020 20:08

@Amazonmulu Holland&Barrett have this tea advent calendar black, green, herbal and fruit?

Someaddedsugar · 04/11/2020 20:09

@Amazonmulu how about a Pukka tea calendar, or a candle/wax melt/bath bomb version?

Littlemissindecisiveagain · 04/11/2020 20:18

Thanks @whoknows1230 and @LifeInAHamsterWheel, I have just tried the eBay shop but unfortunately not on there at present. I have just found it elsewhere with 15% off so wondering whether to go with that or hold off and see if there is a better deal on Black Friday

IggyAce · 04/11/2020 20:22

Bomb cosmetics gift box for less than £10 here

InDreamland · 04/11/2020 20:30

This Hotel Chocolat Christmas bundle on QVC might be worth a look. It's £29.98 for 5 Christmas stocking packs plus £4.95 p&p, worth it I think with a £10 off referral code.

Let me know if you need a referral link, I can PM you one.

InDreamland · 04/11/2020 20:32

I meant stocking filler boxes/packs.

allatonce99 · 04/11/2020 20:32

Argos' weekly crazy code deal this week is up to 3rd off of Chad Valley toys.

Jacopone · 04/11/2020 20:33

@IggyAce, thank you for the code. Much appreciated. Xx

myhobbyisouting · 04/11/2020 20:40

Grr, so no more gin coming my way. I was giving one lot as gifts but I really wanted that bottle Sad

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