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Thread 9 - the one where we have (wax) meltdowns

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FireflyGirl · 09/11/2023 02:20

We're up to 997 on the other thread so creating a place holder @Reastie.

As posted on the previous thread, TopCashback are offering £2 cashback on a £5+ spend.

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BeaLola · 12/11/2023 13:18

fishfingerandchips re your Sil and kids gifts - can they be their birthday gifts if they do gifts then - you'll be ahead for 2024

clpsmum · 12/11/2023 13:28

Runforwine · 12/11/2023 10:27

Tokyolaundry have a flash sale on there mens clothing up to 60% off plus an extra 10% with the code EXTRA

Thank you for this xx

clpsmum · 12/11/2023 13:30

paintyhands · 12/11/2023 12:02

21% off £40 or £5 off £20 if you sign up to the newsletter at Chococo - I’ve never used them but some nice looking chocolate gifts.

https://www.chococo.co.uk/

Can anyone remind me if there were cheaper versions of the Victoria’s Secret striped satin shorts pyjamas around? We now have a request for these!

Tesco have a version of them I saw them yesterday look identical to vs ones but not sure what quality is like

NotMeekNotObedient · 12/11/2023 13:40

@BuyStuff Essence have some very reasonably priced patches. Buy via Notino who have 11% off today with code 'singles'. I think free delivery is only over £30 though.

fishfingersandchipsagain · 12/11/2023 13:44

BeaLola · 12/11/2023 13:18

fishfingerandchips re your Sil and kids gifts - can they be their birthday gifts if they do gifts then - you'll be ahead for 2024

Oh that’s a good idea! Not sure why I didn’t think if that. I think I was fixated on Christmas 😅

Nickinoo30 · 12/11/2023 13:46

fishfingersandchipsagain · 12/11/2023 13:04

I misremembered the size of the “giant” Cadbury’s Dairy Milk. I am sure I remembered them being huge - like A2 sheet of paper sized. This years one just arrived (not a bargain) and I had to check my order history from last year to make sure I hadn’t mis-ordered.

Also - don’t order bargains without wearing glasses! The massively bargainous £22 case of Pinot Noir turned out to actually be Pinot Grigio 🙄We don’t drink white wine.

Add to that the fact that SIL has decided we are not doing presents this year … after the return window closed on her and her kids gifts … and I’m not doing so well for bargains this year!

can you share the pinot grigio details please? I do drink it 😁💐

onedayatatime73 · 12/11/2023 13:51

Buyagift have 20% off with code NOV20. And 20% TCB too

onedayatatime73 · 12/11/2023 13:52

Can anyone please recommend a decent gift for a 2 year old boy. Parents are good friends so want to buy something nice. Ideally less than £40. And something that doesn't take up lots of space.

Smileatthesmallthings · 12/11/2023 14:00

onedayatatime73 · 12/11/2023 13:52

Can anyone please recommend a decent gift for a 2 year old boy. Parents are good friends so want to buy something nice. Ideally less than £40. And something that doesn't take up lots of space.

@onedayatatime73 depending on how recently he's turned 2, I haven't met a child yet who doesn't love our Melissa and Doug ice cream counter set. DS(almost 7) got it at nearly 3 and my friend's 2.5yo was playing with it yesterday.

Lovemusic82 · 12/11/2023 14:06

Amazon has 50% off (vouchers) on some of its wooden puzzle kits. Dd fell in love with these at a garden centre yesterday but for £69 each I wasn’t going to get her one but then had a look on Amazon this morning and luckily she will now be getting one.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ROKR-Adults-Wooden-Puzzle-Factory/dp/B09YXQ46Z9/ref=pd_bxgy_img_sccl_2/259-7215098-4036367?pd_rd_w=1NTup&content-id=amzn1.sym.40f919ed-e530-4b1a-8d7e-39de6587208d&pf_rd_p=40f919ed-e530-4b1a-8d7e-39de6587208d&pf_rd_r=VWB42YTCPJK5NSM1D4KX&pd_rd_wg=q4s2R&pd_rd_r=b8f69441-c094-414b-ad94-8abc6f427461&pd_rd_i=B09YXQ46Z9&psc=1

fishfingersandchipsagain · 12/11/2023 14:06

@Nickinoo30 it was this one from a couple of threads ago, with stacking discounts. So it was discounted, then had a voucher, then I got an extra 15% by doing it as a subscription.

Worth adding to a watch list in case it goes down again.

https://amzn.eu/d/2hi5dv9?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-4938808-thread-9-the-one-where-we-have-wax-meltdowns

Lovemusic82 · 12/11/2023 14:09

DD2 is desperate for music decs (for mixing music) but I have no idea about these things, does anyone know if there’s one that works with the iPad as most seem to need a laptop? It will probably be for her birthday rather than Christmas as I have already spent too much on her.

sheepwithoneear · 12/11/2023 14:11

Thanks all for all the amazing suggestions

thank you lots of great presents purchased this year.

thanks @Theacademicswife for the John Lewis heads up

NotMeekNotObedient · 12/11/2023 14:25

NotMeekNotObedient · 12/11/2023 13:40

@BuyStuff Essence have some very reasonably priced patches. Buy via Notino who have 11% off today with code 'singles'. I think free delivery is only over £30 though.

Sorry, realised this has now expired. But they have regular offers

SleeptightDaisy · 12/11/2023 14:26

Sorry @Amazonmulu only just come back to the thread, busy making an asteroid with my youngest for school next week. Not sure if anyone else has replied but add the code TOWEL60

beetr00 · 12/11/2023 14:32

stocking fillers? free delivery on all UK orders over £10

www.justmylook.com/bath-body-c254/gifts-sets-c259#sort3

XmasShoppingsister · 12/11/2023 14:34

@VeruccaSalty Thanks for the headsup re the hooded blankets. I will edit my post to add your info.
There's always a risk buying from other places. And I read a review on ebay where one buyer said they received something different than was pictured. But they do take returns if not happy. I've got 3 turning up next week will let everyone know what I get.

LDB1985 · 12/11/2023 14:35

Can I ask if anyone else ordered the QVC Hotel Chocolat selector offer last weekend? I did and have received a refund in my bank account this morning but haven’t had an email from QVC cancelling my order and it’s still showing as an active order when I’ve logged in

WidowedMum · 12/11/2023 14:49

I’m looking for one of the smart footballs if anyone sees a bargain? They came up as £10 and £11 at Morrisons and Next but both out of stock online. Wonder if there’s any chance of getting it around this price before Christmas.

Bigmousestrikesagain · 12/11/2023 15:00

Can anyone recommend a camera for my 9 year old to make videos on? He already enjoys taking photos ( doesn't have a phone so won’t be uploading but he’s very into drama and dance and often does pretend tutorials etc 😆).

Callmesleepy · 12/11/2023 15:00

@Elodie09 I also like 1000 mile socks or just the running ones from decathlon.

@PurpleSkittle I had no idea MAD had a shop! Fabulous museum, highly recommend it to anyone visiting Stratford upon Avon with kids

Fabricwitch · 12/11/2023 15:10

Are there any my protein discounts at the moment?

Claramay78 · 12/11/2023 15:33

Last day to get the Elemis set from QVC, TSV today

User0111 · 12/11/2023 15:38

Apologies if this has already been said but I completely forgot until 5 minutes ago about Tesco clubcard reward partners.
i’ve noticed a few annual passes for things (English heritage, cineworld…). I’m not sure how it works if you’re gifting it but it could be worth a look at 2x points!
I’m looking for days out :)

NNat · 12/11/2023 15:51

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