Thread 8 - the one where it's time

[Reastie]

Thread title inspired by the 'it's time' Christmas trend as it's now time for Christmas now halloween is over!

In message two are the links and info from last year - if anyone has anything they'd like me to amend or add, please do tag me and I'll update.

A reminder not to post affiliate links in the thread but that MN do change amazon links shared by posters into MN affiliate links.

Please do watch the thread rather than post to mark place to make it easier for everyone to keep up and find relevant info.

How to do click links -

• Do two
• Paste in your link without a space between the [ and the start of the link
• Do one space at the end of the link
• Write what you want to appear instead of the link
• Put 2 at the end without a space between the end of the word(s) at the end and the ]]
• So it looks like [[http://www.reastieschristmasbargains.co.uk www.reastieschristmasbargains.co.uk but with no space between the and the start of the link and the next to the here

I hope that makes sense…

Present tracking apps might be of interest eg Santas bag, gift list.

Here are some useful websites:

Amazon free delivery tool here

Aliexpress [[http://www.aliexpress.com www.aliexpress.com . Useful tips here from sorryiasked: Aliexpress is a Chinese site that sells everything! Assume all branded stuff is fake. I personally wouldn't buy baby toys or electronics from there as I don't have faith in the product safety. But for fan merchandise, dolls clothes, "lego", household items etc it's great. Check the size guide on clothes and lower your expectations!
Use a seller who has a 4.5 star rating or higher.
You can pay via PayPal and there is an excellent tracking system, but be aware express postage is usually 2-3 weeks and standard postage up to 2-3 months.

Bargainmax here

Camelcamelcamel is a brilliant site that tracks prices on amazon here

Lisa angel sale is popular when on, apparently arrive nicely packaged too here

Magazine subscription offers here and here

Netpricedirect has discount toys and party bits here although be aware reviews of the site is mixed

Toys for a pound here

Any additional websites or recommendations to add - just let me know . I should add something about Ali express maybe as we’ve had that before…will get my brain thinking about what other sites/products have been popular.

Anyone making use of the boots 20% on Quidco make sure you check your advantage points offers. I had 400 Extra points when spending over £20

Thanks!!

Thanks @Reastie

Has anyone collected the Lakeland oven gloves? I suspect they will run out before I get there🙃

Do John Lewis ever have money off? Or does anyone know of a code?
Bargain max had playmobil advent calendars for around £16 this morning if anyone needs one

Does anyone know when scrawl box do their sale on past boxes?

I'm hoping it's soon 🤞🏻

Are you signed up to JL rewards thing? Someone mentioned having £5 of no minimum spend. Mine is 5 off £75… they are account specific but worth joining/ checking

Ooh yes I do have an account! I’ll have a little look. Thank you @LostMyRubySlippers
Also, for anyone who likes a family game at christmas Beat that is currently £16 at amazon. highly recommend for all ages! Lowest I have seen it

Can anyone give any advice on sylvanian family's? Whats the best sets to buy and does anywhere have them on discount? do smyths do blue light discount ?

thank you

Anyone looking for book gifts (a stocking wouldn’t be a stocking without a storybook in it, IMO, whatever the recipient’s age), I just got bargains in Oxfam’s online shop where they currently have 30% off when you buy 3 books. It excludes only antiquarian/collectible, but I just got a very collectible Folio Society book for DM which had been categorised in fiction. I also found the next in the series he likes for DS, as new, and a bonus Christmas romcom for me.

Also, re Oxfam - there’s 10% off for new subscribers to their newsletter, and someone might want to investigate if that stacks with 30% off 3 books.

I am absolutely desperate to find these dummies/soothers. It's for a child with asd. I have contacted superdrug, they took them off sale before and then they re stocked them but this time they seem to be gone for good.

Thanks to the poster who pointed out the 2 for £12 on Amazon, I got 2 box sets of books with RRPs £24 and £30 for £12 all together!

Big thanks for the my protein deal

I've been looking for a nice weighted doll for my DD and found this lovely ragdoll. Also currently 15% off with the code Happy Halloween

https://somethingdifferentltd.co.uk/collections/childrens-play/products/baby-lilli-doll

I’ve replied to everyone who tagged me on the last thread re cups and pm @ShouldIgetanothercat

thank you x

@pennygirl26 how old is the dc as there are lots of small bits in the sets and can be a risk?

otherwise we went with the theme the dc were into with a bigger set then relies bought add ones

playmobil site is worth signing up to as they do deals too

or secondhand is fine as they also do spare parts

I've just spotted Aldi will have some sylvanian bits on their special buys on 12th November - you can check out the leaflet online!

How do you find the 2 for £12 on Amazon, please? Nothing is showing up for me on the app😬

Bit of a random one, can anyone recommend a brand of hoop earrings for someone with arthritis in their hands? My 80yo mum has asked for some for Christmas but she struggles with her dexterity. Thanks 😊

@deeplybaffled I just clicked the original link the poster gave then underneath the price it was a small hyperlink to the offer

Hi does anyone have a my protein referral that they can share with me please?

@deeplybaffled see screenshot where it says Shop items

does anyone else have trouble with the entertainer and Jacks birthday discount? I signed up a couple of days ago with November birthday but have still not had an email. I also can’t seem to find any trace of it on my account!