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Thread 24 -the one with a shitting flamingo

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Reastie · 29/11/2020 21:02

Thanks @GoblinDaughter for the title

It’s nearly December, Father Christmas is busy putting the final touches to his toys on the workshop and we are busy elves preparing for a somewhat different Christmas this year.

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IggyAce · 02/12/2020 16:52

@GoblinDaughter yay I’m sure your dc will love it. I hope you do a review for us.

Luxplus · 02/12/2020 17:19

Help dd has just announced that the biggest wish for Christmas is a cry baby. Help. Where to get it? It has to be unicorn style one..

CoffeeAndEnnui · 02/12/2020 17:22

I'd like to sign a friend up for a flower subscription for the next few months to brighten up some tough days ahead. May I please have your experiences/recommendations?

Scout2016 · 02/12/2020 17:25

Bloom and Wild are great for subscriptions. There might be some offers on the referral thread.

So glad the flamingo has been "sourced" as they say!

Scout2016 · 02/12/2020 17:29

I have this 10% off bloom and wild code actually, not sure if it's generic.
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Also looks like if you order via the app it's 20% off.

Iggi999 · 02/12/2020 17:33

@JaneyJimplin I saw boxes with xrocker on them in Smyths yesterday, I wasn't looking close so didn't see if they were actually in stock but there was definitely a display one out!

caffeineanddryshampoo · 02/12/2020 17:34

Bloom and Wild do gorgeous bouquets.

Possums4evr · 02/12/2020 17:39

Oh Janey I just looked at Smyths and the chair is out of stock in a lot of places, though in stock in others. I really wouldn't get a child who wants an xrocker a beanbag, it's not the same; an

Possums4evr · 02/12/2020 17:41

Sorry, was going to add a similar chair from eBay would be a better bet IMO

PostPopper · 02/12/2020 17:48

Sorry that was for @Luxplus looking for the unicorn cry baby

VividImagination · 02/12/2020 17:51

@JaneyJimplin I don’t know where abouts you are but Smyths have some available in quite a few of their stores. It’s worth a look.

Jedstre · 02/12/2020 17:52

[quote unkindnessofravens]@Jedstre Robert Dyas had gaming desks that looked similar to the ones Argos had when I was looking for gaming desks last month. [/quote]
Thanks @unkindnessofravens. They’re close to £200 and I’m looking for around £100

VividImagination · 02/12/2020 17:53

Whoops. X post with many,!

Luxplus · 02/12/2020 17:57

@PostPopper

Sorry that was for *@Luxplus* looking for the unicorn cry baby
Thank you Xmas Smile
Lemming20 · 02/12/2020 18:01

@Daisy829 that’s so lovely Smile happy Christmas to you x

Lolly12 · 02/12/2020 18:05

@JaneyJimplin we got Ds an x-rocker chair from curry’s a few weeks ago for his birthday. I know there’s been a few people having issues with curry’s but we had no problem was delivered within two days.

Lolly12 · 02/12/2020 18:08

@TheCrow

Starting to despair now, does anyone know where I can find last season's football shirts? eBay are bringing them up but they're either ridiculously overpriced or the sponsor has washed off the front which makes me think there's a lot of fakes going around. Is there a reputable website I don't know about?
@TheCrow might be obvious and you’ve probably already checked, but have you looked direct on the football club shop’s sites? They sometimes have a sale section with last seasons kit. Have recently got my DS some of last seasons Leicester City away kit heavily discounted.
BooSurprise · 02/12/2020 18:14

@GoblinDaughter

“Can’t get additional poo!!!!!!!” Has ended me! I KNOW it’s awful, I resent every penny I’ll be spending on the damn thing but it’s literally all she’s been going on about, it’s her most wanted toy.
I know how you feel, I brought 2 poopsie unicorns a couple of years ago......they were literally shit! And less than a 5 min wonder, but desperately wanted and therefore ‘the BEST’ present. Glad you found one at RRP
Thewinterofdiscontent · 02/12/2020 18:26

Jedstre You may think it’s too much hassle compared to a high street shop but I got my sons “gaming” desk from a second hand office warehouse.
He chose it because it had legs that work on remote control - he can stand up and play - healthier than sitting all day. Lots of cable management and it’s big enough for 3 monitors, microphone stand, keyboard massive mat etc. Was just over £100. Was obviously a high end office and it looks very pro.

refurbished

FizzyPink · 02/12/2020 18:33

I really rate Freddie’s Flowers and they do your first two boxes for only £12.50 which is pretty good

TheCrow · 02/12/2020 18:35

@lolly12 I checked, they had them reduced in the sale ages ago but they sold out really quickly and it was before I decided to get one as a Christmas present. They got promoted to the premier League this year so I think people bought loads and they're selling them on at premier League prices!

DinosaurOfFire · 02/12/2020 18:41

@Jedstre A 'normal' computer desk should do the same job- DH and I are pc gamers and use proper office desks and chairs for ergonomics. Maybe look in Ikea for a dark coloured one?

Clarabellybutton · 02/12/2020 18:46

@handmademitlove

My dd has asked for a reed diffuser that smells like my Christmas decoration(!) - I think cinnamon / orange type smell maybe? Any ideas anyone? A bit tricky when I can't get to the shops to smell them so recommendations appreciated!
I got an apple and cinnamon one from Home Bargains and it smells like Christmas to me (and only £2.99). I normally buy the M&S Toasted Nutmeg and the Yankee Candle Sparkling Cinnamon, so quietly pleased it was such a bargain.
Thedarknightsaredrawingin · 02/12/2020 18:48

@handmademitlove WC winter is lovely I am awaiting a box with a diffuser, candle and room spray that had 20% off!