Thread 3 - The one with the unhinged crab 🦀

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I certainly don't want an unhinged crab for Christmas

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.

Could I please get more information about the nice material cargo trackies? They sound ideal for so many people I know. I did a search but so many options came up. Thank you

What are people getting the tween daughters as a "main" present? DD has basically everything a girl her age could possibly want or need and to make matters worse, her dad always goes overboard at his house (and they're with him Xmas day this year).

She's super low maintenance and is perfectly happy with all of the "bits" but I can't bring myself to not get her a wow gift, especially as DS is getting a bloody motorbike.

We've done a couple of animal experiences. One was a backstage tour of an aquarium and feeding the turtles and another was a bat experience at Chester Zoo. She still talks about both of them.

When she was younger, she wanted to walk Llamas. Now she wants to hug a cow! 🤣

Do check animal welfare if you do any animal experiences though. Im not completely convinced that the cows at the hug a cow place are ne essarily willing volunteers so need to research that more before I book anything.

Thank you!

Can anyone recommend a lovely starter fountain pen (for me from my husband)? Something a bit special but nothing crazy. I use a pencil 99% of the time so am a bit lost.

It needs to take bottle ink, not just cartridges. I want something that looks lovely, not boring black. I hate scratchy pens so I think I need a medium nib?

Not sure if this is common knowledge or if it will work for everyone but I added some things into my basket on the new look site this morning and then got distracted so didn’t check out. A little while later I received a 25% off code and free next day delivery.

don’t forget to go through Quidco too for extra cashback.

@welcometotheblackparadee my DD is getting air pods for her main gift (waiting for black friday to bite the bullet). Sol de Janiero smellies, jelly cats, Starbucks voucher and cup are on the list for smaller things.

Last year was easier because she got Olivia Rodrigo tickets, but no one she likes has announced a 2026 tour.

My DD is having AirPods for her pre Christmas birthday

Her main Christmas present will be the mean girl the musical tickets I scored earlier in the year.

I've got this brand on my Christmas list: Wren Pen
Can choose colours and nibs and really highly reviewed from other places than just their site. I've not tried it yet. Lots of pen choices including fountain.

Prime day is coming on 7-8 October fyi :)

Thanks.

Can anyone recommend any 'cool' Harry potter toys that are actually good, light up wands etc? i thought about the invisibility clock but the amount on vinted makes me think they may be pants...

Never seen a discount code but their sale starts Saturday. If you send me the item code I can check the preview to see if it will be in the sale if you like

HEATED THROW ALARM!!

Home, Electricals & Toys 50% Off at Basket

This is half price at checkout on ASDA

direct.asda.com/george/home/throws-blankets/navy-slumberdown-comfy-hugs-heated-throw/GEM1160617-61474,default,pd.html?cjdata=MXxZfDB8WXwxNzUzMjc3MjE2MTM5&cjevent=77706e1592f911f083c200840a18b8fc&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=cj

Thank you @VeruccaSalty some fab teen stocking fillers ❤️

Not cheap but Cross Wanderlust pens are rather beautiful and come in a range of different colours (I have my eye on a Malta). You can buy a coverter to take ink as well as cartridges and there are a range of nibs to suit your writing style.

@Broken12 thank you so much, the item code is: AY9-189

Ds6 needs the best tablet at a reasonable price for playing games and streaming tv on, android style, for which i can buy a padded case. Im keeping an eye on prime day, but I don't really know what im looking for, as we're not tablet users! Has anyone had anything that has lasted well?

I’ve ordered to collect - fingers crossed!
Thank you, hopefully they are nice and cosy

@redjokeralso ordered the throw thanks, paid via PayPal for an extra 20% cashback too! Remember to activate first.

On the last thread, this site was recommended for fidget toys. I'm determined not to give money to Amazon for tat this year so looking for better quality things for stockings. I ordered 2 of the little dragons from here as stocking fillers. They've arrived today, great service, well packaged and they're small but cute! 10% off as a new customer I think.

Fidget toys

Barbie pop up make your own things as low as £1.50 in Argos- I bought all 3 types for under £8

Oh yes this is a brilliant website, I saved it last time and will be buying all sorts :)

This is the link - they are 60% cotton 40% linen blend

Cargo

M&S sale is worth a mooch. Got some lovely handbags down to amazing prices.
Also some kids clothes left and some
Jo Jo Bebe Maman toys in the sale. Looks decent.
im going to pop to our local store on fri to see if anything in there