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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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Like this
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mogtheexcellent · 04/12/2020 07:22

I stocked up on cards at whistlefish. They usually have a 10 for £8 type offer on.

SomethingInTheWaySheCooks · 04/12/2020 07:36

@lotusbell Re Curry’s, I opened a PayPal dispute with them. I’ve just lost all faith that there’s any organisation or ability to produce the goods. Shame, but I tried to communicate in many ways. They have my money and aren’t able to even give me an estimated date for delivery. So, no!

snowmanshoes · 04/12/2020 07:46

NINTENDO SWITCH IN STOCK ON NINTENDO WEBSITE

Not a bargain price but thought I’d post as I know people are still looking for these. They were still available to pre-order when I checked and expected in stock on 9th Dec!

Sunshineskies · 04/12/2020 07:48

Another vote for Whistlefish. Used them for the first time this year. Got the 10 for £8 deal and the cards are lovely. Look out for discounts, maybe sign up to their emails. I had an email for 20% off just after I’d ordered mine 🤦🏼‍♀️

For Harry Potter fans, we have Harry Potter dobble (as well as the original dobble) which the dc love. I’m sure I saw on the thread that it was reduced at Asda.

Daisy829 · 04/12/2020 07:54

I have a £10 off hype if anyone wants the code. They cancelled my order but I won’t use this. It’s a one time code must be used by 21 dec

lotusbell · 04/12/2020 08:15

@SomethingInTheWaySheCooks, good idea, might try that. Have bought it from Very now, double the price but can't honestly see me getting my Curry's order now. How do I open a dispute with PayPal, I can't see the option.

Jess26385 · 04/12/2020 08:20

Does anyone know how to get student discount at apple? I am a student with a student card but I don’t get how to do it online??? Thank you

Chocoholicmumma · 04/12/2020 08:35

Anyone who was able to get the AirPods or Switch in Aldi’s Black Friday have you received anything yet?

SomethingInTheWaySheCooks · 04/12/2020 08:35

@lotusbell I just went on to my PayPal account and in the statement, beside each transaction there’s an option to report.

SomethingInTheWaySheCooks · 04/12/2020 08:37

@Jess26385 I don’t think Apple do a generic student code... do they? If you join Unidays they list their offers which are usually only for laptops. There may be a section on their website too.

keeganface · 04/12/2020 08:38

Can definately recommend the Snack Surprise box. It arrived earlier in the week and looks good.

Does anyone have an argos code? About to order and after being on this thread would hate to break a habit and pay full price.

IggyAce · 04/12/2020 08:39

No.7 offer from Boots.

Thread 24 -the one with a shitting flamingo
MsMiaWallace · 04/12/2020 08:42

@Daisy829 I'll have it please if it's going still??
My boys love hype xx

AndddddHerewegoagain · 04/12/2020 08:54

Also still looking for a matalan code please xx

WillSantaBeComingToTown · 04/12/2020 09:06

@snowmanshoes

NINTENDO SWITCH IN STOCK ON NINTENDO WEBSITE

Not a bargain price but thought I’d post as I know people are still looking for these. They were still available to pre-order when I checked and expected in stock on 9th Dec!

And John Lewis
lotusbell · 04/12/2020 09:07

@SomethingInTheWaySheCooks, thank.you couldn't see it on the app but figured it out on the website. Am giving them a few more hours to reply to my message then I'll go down that avenue.

buckeejit · 04/12/2020 09:15

@dramalamma for the old folk I'd get an electric hot water bottle as I puffs them or cheese from the courtyard dairy or pecorino - Yorkshire blue is amazing

Anyone else who bought a Black Friday eufy - has it arrived yet?

It's very windy here & im starting to think we should have secure the lights on the trees a bit better rather than just flinging them up there.

Joyous news that my friend has a PS5 for us!

PinkJam · 04/12/2020 09:24

Not on the high street have 15% off £50 or more spend with code: MAGIC15

Anydreamwilldo12 · 04/12/2020 09:25

Someone was after a Raclette earlier on. Robert Dyas have a lovely round one on offer for £29.99 half price
raclette

Anydreamwilldo12 · 04/12/2020 09:26

Oops £24.99 not £29.99 even better

SkintSanta · 04/12/2020 09:27

@Chocoholicmumma

Anyone who was able to get the AirPods or Switch in Aldi’s Black Friday have you received anything yet?
Yes, mine turned up two days ago. Despatch email from Aldi the day before
ClosedAuraOpenMind · 04/12/2020 09:31

@Jess26385 google apple education discount uk - should take you through how to get it. think it either needs your student ID to be verified in store or by unidays from the quick look I had

JoanneCofton · 04/12/2020 09:32

Does anyone have an electric steering wheel cover? I’m thinking of getting one for my DP who plays Sunday league football, just something to kind of warm him up when he gets back in the car? Are they any good or just a faff?

JoanneCofton · 04/12/2020 09:33

Not electric, heated Blush

drapeyday · 04/12/2020 09:33

There's some great deals on kids books at the moment. I got 50% off Code name bannanas only cost £6.50