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Thread 11 - the one where pandemic is good & very replayable

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Reastie · 17/11/2023 18:11

Thanks @GoatsareGOAT for the title. Luckily, she was referring to the board game peeps!

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.

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CamdenLurker · 19/11/2023 20:06

Worriedmum42 · 19/11/2023 19:55

White Fox 40% off now live
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Thanks for this I had £100 store credit 🙄 so 2 goodies and 2 joggers cost me £16.

Igglepiggleandhisboat · 19/11/2023 20:10

redjoker · 19/11/2023 19:47

RE: games in our earlier discussion. Wanted to give this game a shout out. I've had it months and we haven't touched it no idea why! We really loved it today. As a family we play a game called POKI die (I think normal people call it poker dice) but this was like a mix between top trumps and that. Very quick for an Impatient 6 year old who can't read yet.

FYI loadsssss on Vinted for 2 quid. Would make a great stocking filler.

Edit just got myself one for a quid on Vinted for my nephew. Prefect

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Thanks. DD will love this! Ordered one from vinted. Thank you x

redjoker · 19/11/2023 20:13

MrsChristiesChristmasCake · 19/11/2023 19:57

Any good ideas for a gift for a (male, 30s) hipster foodie? Not coffee because he's very particular about that! 😅 Any bargainous tips? 🙏

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What's your budget? How about a beefy boys DIY kit.

Or a snuffling pig hamper

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mummydoris2006 · 19/11/2023 20:16

I've given in and ordered a white fox hoodie for DD17 with the 40% discount. Wasn't going to bother after seeing people's reviews but decided to risk it with such a high discount so fingers crossed.

Possumcat · 19/11/2023 20:16

Just managed to get a White Fox hoodie 40% off but PayPal didn’t work; Apple Pay did. Moon colour was sold out in XS/S but doesn’t show that until payment - Ocean colour still available.

evtheria · 19/11/2023 20:17

Aquicksitdown · 19/11/2023 19:48

Has anyone found any good deals on those special art frames that store lots of artwork? Thought I'd get one for DD6 in an attempt to tackle the endless drawings that currently cover most of the surfaces in our house, but although this artwork frame has good reviews I don't really have the budget to spend £30 on top of her other presents... Anyone got any recommendations for cheaper options that are still decent quality?!

Probably not what you want to hear, but that brand of the frame is great quality. I bought one off Brand Alley/Secret Sales 3-4 years ago (can't recall which site) for not much less, tbh, but am still really happy with it. Robust hinges, a strong metal frame, and my DS has loved 'putting a new drawing up'.

If you can't find a cheaper alternative at least you know it'll last you.

redjoker · 19/11/2023 20:25

On the theme of food. 'serious pig company' look good as do this one

Aquicksitdown · 19/11/2023 20:28

evtheria · 19/11/2023 20:17

Probably not what you want to hear, but that brand of the frame is great quality. I bought one off Brand Alley/Secret Sales 3-4 years ago (can't recall which site) for not much less, tbh, but am still really happy with it. Robust hinges, a strong metal frame, and my DS has loved 'putting a new drawing up'.

If you can't find a cheaper alternative at least you know it'll last you.

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Thanks @evtheria that's good to know. Might see if I can persuade my parents to buy her one!

dancemom · 19/11/2023 20:31

Dd keeps asking me what I want for Christmas and I just don't know what to say 🤷🏻‍♀️
I don't want her spending much and I don't want food so if someone was spending about £20 on you what would you ask for?

kkr168 · 19/11/2023 20:32

What age range is white fox popular for?
Wondering if it'll be any good for my sons girlfriend, she's 19 & I have no idea what to buy her

MrsChristiesChristmasCake · 19/11/2023 20:32

@redjoker thanks so much for the suggestions! I missed out the rather crucial info that he's vegetarian though, sorry! 😅

Budget ideally under £25!

redjoker · 19/11/2023 20:34

MrsChristiesChristmasCake · 19/11/2023 20:32

@redjoker thanks so much for the suggestions! I missed out the rather crucial info that he's vegetarian though, sorry! 😅

Budget ideally under £25!

Haha amazing ok. Scrap those then 😂

gawditswindy · 19/11/2023 20:36

kkr168 · 19/11/2023 20:32

What age range is white fox popular for?
Wondering if it'll be any good for my sons girlfriend, she's 19 & I have no idea what to buy her

A candle? Fancy shampoo or shower gel? Something that's a bit of an indulgence but still not too pricey.

Redcherries · 19/11/2023 20:39

I’ve asked for posh tea and an aromatherapy oil set via my daughter, she’s a student but will pass this on to my husband.

Smileatthesmallthings · 19/11/2023 20:41

dancemom · 19/11/2023 20:31

Dd keeps asking me what I want for Christmas and I just don't know what to say 🤷🏻‍♀️
I don't want her spending much and I don't want food so if someone was spending about £20 on you what would you ask for?

Hobby specific but I want a yarn bowl for when I crochet to stop the wool rolling on the floor. I also want a weighted eye mask because the one they use when I go for a massage is amazingly relaxing. My mum often asks me to choose her couple of new nail polish colours and MIL always gets a bottle of Bailey's, chocolate and a new book.

Smileatthesmallthings · 19/11/2023 20:44

@Aquicksitdown we have one of these from the range they cost me about a fiver. There are fancier versions on Etsy etc or if you are slightly crafty you could probably make one yourself cheaper.

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Favouritefruits · 19/11/2023 20:45

@dancemom I hate my kids spending too much on me so always give little gift ideas like a new nail varnish, wall calendar, a fancy shower gel or a candle!

BadBarry · 19/11/2023 20:47

@Blessedbethefruitz thank you 🙏🏻

Seasonofthewitches · 19/11/2023 20:53

What was the set from M&S that had been reduced to £25 and was a generous size, had oils and bath things in? Sorry to ask, I thought I’d bookmarked it but hadn’t.

redjoker · 19/11/2023 20:54

Hamleys have 20% off jellycats. Hmmmm crap though as only a few in it... Maybe they will add more?

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gawditswindy · 19/11/2023 20:56

Seasonofthewitches · 19/11/2023 20:53

What was the set from M&S that had been reduced to £25 and was a generous size, had oils and bath things in? Sorry to ask, I thought I’d bookmarked it but hadn’t.

This one?

https://www.marksandspencer.com/the-wellbeing-bag/p/hbp60618179?intid=mobileappppdpshare

slipperypenguin · 19/11/2023 20:58

PissedOffNeighbour22 · 19/11/2023 17:06

Is everyone else still waiting on their Disney orders from when they had the 25% off. It's 11 days since they processed the order and it's no further forward by the looks of things.
I don't usually order from them so not sure if they're always this slow.

They are mega slow - we ordered something for DDs bday in October and it came 4 days after the estimated date and we had paid for extra delivery

Don't waste your time attempting to speak to anyone either

Clucket87 · 19/11/2023 21:00

Heritage of Scotland have got a 20% off code. And it works in already reduced things.
Says it's ending at midnight.
Just managed to get sister some tweed gloves and BIL a tweed wallet for £23.
Free delivery over £20 and 12% on Quidco for new customers (if it tracks with the discount code).

Trainstrike · 19/11/2023 21:04

I'm late to the party on this I think but DSD has added an Instax Mini/Polaroid type camera to her ideas. I can see it on Amazon for £75 at the moment but is that likely the cheapest it would be?

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