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Thread 21 - the one where we all try to not eat all the hotel chocolat

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Reastie · 19/11/2020 12:24

please post any bargain info IN BOLD to make it easier to scroll through the thread.

To make things bold you:
Put a star each side of what you want to make bold like this but without the space between the star and the writing *

Just a reminder you can watch the thread by clicking on ‘watch this thread’ at the top of the first message. It’s much easier for everyone than so many place marking every time which can use up a fair chunk of each thread to scroll through Thanks

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

Open double square brackets
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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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Sunshineskies · 21/11/2020 17:05

Roller blade advice needed if anyone’s in the know please. Thank you to everyone for the suggestions of where best to buy. Unfortunately can’t find anything within budget that’s a size 5 - all out of stock or available for preorder end of December. Apart from one pair which look great except they are the kids adjustable ones which are meant to be adjusted as your feet grow. My dd is 16 and has been a size 5 for years so doesn’t need the adjustable ones. Just wondering if the adjustable type are inferior in any way? If your feet have stopped growing is it better to go for non adjustable? Or would they be okay? I’m clueless haha. Any advice much appreciated.

bettyskitchen · 21/11/2020 17:06

@Rubyroo73 last year they had a select few things on offer if I remember correctly

BigBadBox · 21/11/2020 17:16

sorry adjustable roller blades are crap in my experience.

kulaexchange · 21/11/2020 17:21

@LiverbirdNo1 those constellation discs look lovely!! Which 6 did you get in your order? Thank you!!

AmberRoseGold · 21/11/2020 17:23

@oxcat1. I like blankets from Urbanara
I couldn’t see discount atm but I scored a 15% or 20% when I bought, so I reckon they may discount again for Black Friday. Only ones I could find that were super king size and woven wool. Plus in lovely colours.

Graphista · 21/11/2020 17:27

@TheSilentStars thank you for the compliment

Have you tried the following for wrapping? (Don't know where you are and who delivers to you admittedly)

Amazon
Argos
Tj Hughes
Studio
Dunelm

Cos the style you seem to be after is more the cheaper end style wise - I get it I'm having the same issue with home decorations I'm wanting proper gaudy old fashioned ones

@littlestpogo

Again studio:

https://www.studio.co.uk/shop/homewares/bedroom/bedding/bedspreads---cushions/father-christmas-snow-scene-throw-130x170cm?source=SE2G&utmsource=google&utmmmedium=cpc&utmcampaign==alwaysaysononPLA%20%7C%20Credit%20-%20By%20Volume%20%7C%20SE2G&utmterm==P-P2445168181&utmcontent==plapla--&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4u2F1JKU7QIVWxkGAB00JQYCEAQYBSABEgKUbPDD_BwE

https://www.studio.co.uk/shop/shop-all-new-in/shop-new-in-kidswear/shop-new-in-kids-accessories/the-grinch-polka-dot-fleece-blanket

Wafair (don't know your budget sorry)

https://www.wayfair.co.uk/The-Seasonal-Aisle--Luella-Throw-XMEL3501-L7220-K~WLDK2490.html?refid=GX267237198928-WLDK2490&device=m&ptid=545501415298&targetid=pla-545501415298&network=g&ireid=62709714&device=m&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4u2F1JKU7QIVWxkGAB00JQYCEAQYFyABEgKUEDD_BwE#9xu5szfx7lh-1

Aliexpress

https://m.aliexpress.com/item/4001275610582.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.87714198haLLIi&browserid=ff9cff79e256491d93bfa55bff7a1943&affftracekey=&afffplatform=msite&mpageeid=175ebd7ef02949dae34298145de8b4681051664da5&gclid=&imgsrcc=ae01.alicdn.com%2Fkf%2FHd684aa93170e474a8a52cf293d8eb36ak.jpg_640x640Q90.jpg

Just quickly mind would need to know budget and specifics

TheSilentStars · 21/11/2020 17:30

You are absolute Star Star
I had never thought of IKEA and it's such lovely bargainous paper I could justify chucking some bits and bobs of stocking fillers in @ButtonMoonLoon
I'm now going to look at that Etsy shop (I'd also not thought of them) thank you @CoffeeAndEnnui

I live-chatted Next and their EU bit will ship but so far only have one design. But I've signed up as that looks fab too.

Knowing my wrapping paper is coming makes me feel less panicky! Grin

TheSilentStars · 21/11/2020 17:32

Oooh crossed with @Graphista
More lovely things to look at! Thank you!

Yes, Christmas in my house has to be pretty much 1970s and 1980s style. Bring it on!

Elpheba · 21/11/2020 17:40

onehundred toys (lovely toy shop with some naice brands) has got 25% off their sale section with code BF25

Also I have a matalan code which expires tomorrow for 25% off- pm me if you would like it.

LutherRalph1 · 21/11/2020 17:41

Thank you @Elpheba I have managed to get it sorted in my basket but app is playing silly buggers, hopefully I can get sorted!

Elpheba · 21/11/2020 17:52

Matalan code gone

PinkDaydreams · 21/11/2020 17:59

Does anybody me know of any Kurt Geiger, shoeaholics or Debenhams codes please? Seen a bag for mil but obviously the bargain hunter in me is after a code! Grin

Thewinterofdiscontent · 21/11/2020 18:01

If anyone wants another cheap perfume/beauty site, this one www.parfumdreams.co.uk/Perfume-offers had the best price on Olympea amongst others. Had some great sale bits too.

I was a bit dubious as it’s Dutch or something but my parcel took 9 days, well packed and free samples included.

friskybivalves · 21/11/2020 18:18

@pinkdaydreams shoeaholics just a minute ago sent me an email about a happy hour. They have up to 70% off across the site but sadly no other codes in my imbox.

Lockdownlumpy · 21/11/2020 18:32

Decathlon might have skates.

Or here, a true small local business now doing online thanks to covid.

www.sk8ordie.co.uk/product-category/skates/inline-skates/

MydeamonsanOstrich · 21/11/2020 18:37

@Sunshineskies

Roller blade advice needed if anyone’s in the know please. Thank you to everyone for the suggestions of where best to buy. Unfortunately can’t find anything within budget that’s a size 5 - all out of stock or available for preorder end of December. Apart from one pair which look great except they are the kids adjustable ones which are meant to be adjusted as your feet grow. My dd is 16 and has been a size 5 for years so doesn’t need the adjustable ones. Just wondering if the adjustable type are inferior in any way? If your feet have stopped growing is it better to go for non adjustable? Or would they be okay? I’m clueless haha. Any advice much appreciated.

Do they have to be brand new or would your daughter consider secondhand? If so it's worth a look on Facebook marketplace. I picked up a pair of SFR quad skates for my DD in the summer for a fiver and honestly, apart from the lack of a box, you'd never have known they'd weren't brand new. These were adjustable ones because she's only 5 but there were loads of regular pairs too, both quads and blades. And lots of people listed rollerblades as "roller skates" so search both terms.

Lurleene · 21/11/2020 18:41

@Anydreamwilldo12

ThisTokyo Laundry deal on hotukdeals may be suitable for what you are looking for. The smallest size dessing gown available is Medium

weebarra · 21/11/2020 18:44

BAM bamboo clothing code for 15% off: ED26

Anydreamwilldo12 · 21/11/2020 18:51

Thank you @Lurleene, I'll have a look.

Rubyroo73 · 21/11/2020 18:52

@Sunshineskies
Thank you so much - I’ll hold off a bit then! Xx

thelegohooverer · 21/11/2020 18:56

I get second hand skates for dd (ice and rollerblades) every year and there are usually immaculate skates to be had where someone has quickly realised it’s not as easy as it looks and only worn them once.

CeeceeBloomingdale · 21/11/2020 18:59

@Anydreamwilldo12

Can anyone recommend a nice bargain dressing gown for a young man please. Just had an unexpected request.
@Anydreamwilldo12

Young man as in young adult or child?

I've seen nice bargainous ones in the last week online at Debenhams and H&M for kids, Jack Wills for teens or TK Maxx for adults

PinkDaydreams · 21/11/2020 18:59

[quote friskybivalves]@pinkdaydreams shoeaholics just a minute ago sent me an email about a happy hour. They have up to 70% off across the site but sadly no other codes in my imbox. [/quote]
Thank you, it came up at the bottom with "add promo code" but I couldn't find any. Christmas shopping nearly finished now!Grin

littlestpogo · 21/11/2020 19:00

Thank you @Graphista - I’m obviously a much less talented googler than you!

Dolphintrainer · 21/11/2020 19:01

Hype has a sale of lots of backpacks for £10 on their website today