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Thread 3 - The one with the unhinged crab 🦀

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Reastie · 14/09/2025 19:30

I certainly don't want an unhinged crab for Christmas Grin

This post is a work in process and if you have any links you’d like to share or would be good to add then please do let me know. The general consensus for the thread is to share any bargainous links, ideas and/or discount codes or information. No affiliate links (is that the right word?) And any referral links to the separate thread linked below. This is a warm, friendly, kind and cosy corner of mn filled with Christmas cookies and hot chocolate - let’s keep it that way!

If you have any referral links then please post on this thread https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/christmas/5212180-bargain-referrals-thread-7 and share around the joy/referral perks.

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hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 09:56

Justhereforthechristmasthreads · 16/09/2025 08:52

Not sure it is actually very tracked @hugsandpugs mine arrived with Royal Mail on Saturday and it still shows on the order page as expected today so fingers crossed it will still reach you

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Literally the same has just happened with me! 😅🤣

ChristmasMad1 · 16/09/2025 10:04

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 09:52

Panic over! I contacted Amazon and they said it can still arrive but were very apologetic about the delay so said they will add a £10 gift card onto my account for the inconvenience 👏👌

Then I asked who the courier was she said an international company called SF ltd but did say sometimes they pass the delivery onto local couriers like Royal Mail evri etc! She sent me a tracking link and tracking number for SF Ltd but then about 10 mins later the parcel arrived with Royal Mail! 😄

Just opened my box and very happy with the items! I’ve attached some photos but managed to get :

2 bushcraft type bags, paracord, hat and belt for DH (he’s into military gear and bushcraft)

An iPhone case and manicure set for oldest DS as he’s forever stealing my nail clippers 😅🤣

A plastic storage tub for DD’s huge collection of earrings and a make up brush set.

For me I had an over the body shoulder bag (looks spacious) then a smaller one for like phone keys etc when I don’t want to take a big bag out! Oh and some shorts with pockets for walking the dogs! (Deffo could have sized down with these as they look roomy but went for. Offer based on the reviews)
& a skull ‘overthinker’ notebook which is really great quality!

Had it all for around £15 after the 60% discount so very happy! 😃

How did you contact them?

Loulouli · 16/09/2025 10:10

Does anyone know if Next ever do any discount codes. I am looking at some bedding and it would be great to get some money off.

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 10:11

ChristmasMad1 · 16/09/2025 10:04

How did you contact them?

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I went on the live chat on the app

ILoveCatsAndKittens · 16/09/2025 10:15

Loulouli · 16/09/2025 10:10

Does anyone know if Next ever do any discount codes. I am looking at some bedding and it would be great to get some money off.

Speaking to a staff member last week, further sale is due to go live Saturday 20th Sept so could be worth waiting until then?

MamaK19 · 16/09/2025 10:22

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 09:52

Panic over! I contacted Amazon and they said it can still arrive but were very apologetic about the delay so said they will add a £10 gift card onto my account for the inconvenience 👏👌

Then I asked who the courier was she said an international company called SF ltd but did say sometimes they pass the delivery onto local couriers like Royal Mail evri etc! She sent me a tracking link and tracking number for SF Ltd but then about 10 mins later the parcel arrived with Royal Mail! 😄

Just opened my box and very happy with the items! I’ve attached some photos but managed to get :

2 bushcraft type bags, paracord, hat and belt for DH (he’s into military gear and bushcraft)

An iPhone case and manicure set for oldest DS as he’s forever stealing my nail clippers 😅🤣

A plastic storage tub for DD’s huge collection of earrings and a make up brush set.

For me I had an over the body shoulder bag (looks spacious) then a smaller one for like phone keys etc when I don’t want to take a big bag out! Oh and some shorts with pockets for walking the dogs! (Deffo could have sized down with these as they look roomy but went for. Offer based on the reviews)
& a skull ‘overthinker’ notebook which is really great quality!

Had it all for around £15 after the 60% discount so very happy! 😃

Ooh I was eyeing up that notebook - would you recommend it?

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 10:23

Thanks again to the person who said about the soap and glory offer! Just been to collect my order and the free body butters are huge so well worth the money 😍🥰

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Loulouli · 16/09/2025 10:26

@ILoveCatsAndKittens oh, thank you. Will definitely wait then.

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 10:29

MamaK19 · 16/09/2025 10:22

Ooh I was eyeing up that notebook - would you recommend it?

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100% yes! I was worried it wouldn’t be great quality but it’s fab! I’d recommend it I think it was only like 60p, might be have been less actually!

Ewock · 16/09/2025 10:29

Hi all the last few years there's been mention of glasses cleaning cloths where you get a photo put on them. Does anyone remember the link? Thanks

Cuwins · 16/09/2025 10:31

BeaLola · 16/09/2025 09:51

I think I've seen mention on a thread in times gone by that you can "watch" prices somehow on an item on Amazon so know when to pounce ? Can someone explain to me please ? DS after an expensive wheel type thing for pc - not sure if it will get cheaper , thank you

The website is camelcamelcamel. You can set up price watches for Amazon products

Arregaithel · 16/09/2025 10:33

@BeaLola

This is a step by step for "Camel"

Zippymonkey · 16/09/2025 10:54

Snugglemonkey · 15/09/2025 23:32

I am not sure whether to thank you 😂

My son will love the lab thing, my daughter will love her unicorn sparkly stuff, but things kept jumping in my basket and it somehow cost nearly £200!

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Sorry about that! Same happened to me 😂😂

alfiebest · 16/09/2025 10:55

Back again looking for ideas for my dad (doesn’t drink anything but beer) loves after 8 mints but I can’t just give him those! I considered a personalised diary with pictures but I can’t find any that aren’t just pictures on the front (I thought there might be some with pictures throughout). He’s a typical hard to buy for person and I’m a bit stuck this year.

TheWeeDonkeyFella · 16/09/2025 11:09

@alfiebest CAMRA have beer guides, some on sale https://shop1.camra.org.uk/ and merchandise https://merchandise.camra.org.uk or maybe even a membership? I've worked with beer enthusiasts and CAMRA seemed to regularly mentioned positively.

CAMRA Books - CAMRA shop

https://shop1.camra.org.uk

ChristmasMad1 · 16/09/2025 11:15

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 10:11

I went on the live chat on the app

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I did and they said they couldn't give any compensation and to just wait till after the 19th to get a refund 🙄

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 11:19

ChristmasMad1 · 16/09/2025 11:15

I did and they said they couldn't give any compensation and to just wait till after the 19th to get a refund 🙄

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Oh no 😢 maybe it’s just luck of which customer service associate your connected to

ChristmasMad1 · 16/09/2025 11:24

hugsandpugs · 16/09/2025 11:19

Oh no 😢 maybe it’s just luck of which customer service associate your connected to

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I'm just hoping the 2 parcels turn up, as I would prefer the items and not the refund 😂

Christmasmcchristmasface · 16/09/2025 11:32

Delahot · 16/09/2025 09:35

Could you link for wide leg joggers please 🙏 xx

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These are the ones I got

Amazon.co.uk

Amazon.co.uk

https://amzn.eu/d/6jNRbig?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-5410628-thread-3-the-one-with-the-unhinged-crab

Londonmummy66 · 16/09/2025 11:44

onlyatchristmastime · 15/09/2025 23:34

I’m the marble run poster and having watched various tiktoks of different alternatives, I’m leaning towards Connetix ball run. Not very bargainous unfortunately but my DS will love it! I will be keeping an eye on Black Friday for it.

DD5 announced today that Santa is bringing a piano so if anyone has a discount or referral code for a really big house please let me know Shock

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Rather than a new house (which might be a bit tricky to arrange in time for Christmas) DD might enjoy this sort of thing - mine did. If you go for it make sure the Big Man puts some ear plugs in your stocking.....https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/16042461047?iid=116414920183

FAO Schwarz Giant Dance Mat Piano 5 Built-in Songs for Ages 3 for sale online | eBay UK

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for FAO Schwarz Giant Dance Mat Piano 5 Built-in Songs for Ages 3 at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/16042461047?iid=116414920183

QuaintGreenFawn · 16/09/2025 11:49

trivi · 15/09/2025 22:11

Aw that’s so awful… so those vtech ones are just as dangerous, if not more so. Supervision needed then. And watch younger siblings. Any alternatives gifts to marble runs for the construction crazy boys?

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Makedo cardboard construction set. Not seen any offers I'm afraid though

Famousthehero · 16/09/2025 11:52

£3.80 for 3 bottles of bayliss and Harding lemongrass and Ginger Bath soak - need to change it to sold by Amazon

RainbowZebraWarrior · 16/09/2025 11:58

Famousthehero · 16/09/2025 11:52

£3.80 for 3 bottles of bayliss and Harding lemongrass and Ginger Bath soak - need to change it to sold by Amazon

Thanks for this. That's a great deal. I know not everyone likes B&H, but my best pal loves anything bath soak related so they will likely all go in her stocking. (Hmmm. Maybe I should get a few more for teachers?)

Dinosweetpea · 16/09/2025 12:12

TwelfthSam · 16/09/2025 09:13

Hi I found this board last year and have just started buying for this year. There are so many helpful people here - thank you all! I wondered whether anyone knows if Lisa Angel tend to have a Black Friday sale as I’m after some things for my teen DD. Thank you

Lisa Angel have 20% off personalised gifts. Code: COUNTDOWN20

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