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Thread 6 - the one where things are getting organised

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Reastie · 10/10/2025 10:26

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.

Hope you're all well. I've just put in a big Temu order for stocking bits and bits for work. They gave me £8 off my next order yesterday as two orders I had are arriving late and, when I contacted customer services about something, they also gave me a 20% off voucher, so I saved £20 on my order!

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hugsandpugs · 10/10/2025 17:13

jocktamsonsbairn · 10/10/2025 17:05

No problem, thanks for trying. The student beans one needed a referral too so no joy this time!! Amazing how it irks you to pay full price after a few years on these threads!

I am the same I hate paying full price for anything now!

Notthatgameagain · 10/10/2025 17:13

ChocolateNemesis · 10/10/2025 11:25

Any recommendations for Christmas wrapping paper? Good value that thick and won’t rip! I normally love M&S paper but if anyone has cheaper alternatives. I know it’s still a bit early to be thinking about but I have family overseas I’m visiting soon and will need to bring gifts with me.

This might to be to your taste. But I bought the brown paper wrapping. A massive roll which can then be used for any occasion and saves lots of money. I think it looks lovely and I add twine or ribbons. You might want more colours though !

hugsandpugs · 10/10/2025 17:15

My free wax melts just arrived from veesna aromatherapy! Packaged beautifully and super strong smelling - could smell them through the packaging box! Very happy 😃

GirlWithTheYellowHat · 10/10/2025 18:05

Can anyone get a discount off the Owala website? X

ChristmasMad1 · 10/10/2025 18:31

hugsandpugs · 10/10/2025 17:15

My free wax melts just arrived from veesna aromatherapy! Packaged beautifully and super strong smelling - could smell them through the packaging box! Very happy 😃

Mine too! One thing which was weird me and my sister ordered them to the same house and they same in the same box!

Arewesureitisntbedtime · 10/10/2025 18:41

Bargain Max have got 20% off of almost everything until tomorrow morning at 9am if you use the code DROP.

This is the site that lots of us bought the cheap Harumika sets a couple of years ago.

boobybum · 10/10/2025 18:43

@EvilHerbivore

they have very similar Dr paw paw sets (although not Christmas themed) at Home Bargains for £2.99

https://home.bargains/search?q=paw%20paw

hugsandpugs · 10/10/2025 18:44

ChristmasMad1 · 10/10/2025 18:31

Mine too! One thing which was weird me and my sister ordered them to the same house and they same in the same box!

Maybe they picked up it was the same address and done it to save on packaging and postage x

MamaK19 · 10/10/2025 19:01

ChristmasMad1 · 10/10/2025 18:31

Mine too! One thing which was weird me and my sister ordered them to the same house and they same in the same box!

I never managed to get the code to work on these 😭 were they worth ordering anyway ann paying for do you think? Also I’m sorry to be that person but can someone post the glasses cloth discount code again please? I used the on from the last thread but it didn’t work for me thank you 🎄💛

ChristmasMad1 · 10/10/2025 19:05

MamaK19 · 10/10/2025 19:01

I never managed to get the code to work on these 😭 were they worth ordering anyway ann paying for do you think? Also I’m sorry to be that person but can someone post the glasses cloth discount code again please? I used the on from the last thread but it didn’t work for me thank you 🎄💛

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I'm not sure I bought them as a gift, I don't personally use wax melts myself but they had a very strong smell.

Ilovechristmasfalalalalalala · 10/10/2025 19:08

keepincool · 10/10/2025 15:18

Thanks for this but none near me. I think its mostly because I dont know what a korean snack is! Im seeing alot of Japanese snacks when I type in Korean. I might not bother to be fair, too much stress 😅

Ilovechristmasfalalalalalala · 10/10/2025 19:10

Houseofsardines · 10/10/2025 16:48

@Ilovechristmasfalalalalalala I’m not sure what sort of snacks you are looking for, but my eldest is Korea obsessed thanks to Korean Englishman on you tube, so can recommend-
-topokki in a cup (like super noodles but rice cakes) buy from Ocado or larger Sainsbury’s, -ramune drink- you pop a marble inside the bottle (don’t worry can’t get the marble out or into the drink) they now sell these in Tesco, (they aren’t Korean but very popular in Korea) -Crispy seaweed in larger Tesco’s. Kimchi noodles- big Tesco’s.

  • Peppero which are like choc covered pretzel sticks, and Orion choco boy biscuit's also can be found in most large Tesco/sainsbrys. - Waitrose have sosu range - meal kits like bibimbap. Hope that helps.

Perfect!!! Thank you so much! Now i have something to look for. She has also mentioned jelly sweets too.

Hedjwitch · 10/10/2025 19:40

I got some lovely,thick,recyclable wrapping paper from a RSPB shop. They have nice wildlife gifts too and Christmas cards

EmpressFlabulonTheWobbulous · 10/10/2025 19:44

I’ve had an email from Playmobil with code CARS30 for 30% off playmobil cars. I’m very tempted by the VW campervan but think I might like it more than the kids will!

CharlotteCChapel · 10/10/2025 19:46

If you shop at Tesco or live near an Eastern European supermarket, Wawel chocolate is very good for the price, especially the filled bars.

Keekabooyou · 10/10/2025 20:03

EmpressFlabulonTheWobbulous · 10/10/2025 19:44

I’ve had an email from Playmobil with code CARS30 for 30% off playmobil cars. I’m very tempted by the VW campervan but think I might like it more than the kids will!

Thanks for this! Just saved £18 on my grandsons digger x

ChocolateNemesis · 10/10/2025 20:10

Thank you all so much for your Christmas wrapping paper suggestions! All sound great, will definitely pick up a few rolls

ILoveCatsAndKittens · 10/10/2025 20:16

EmpressFlabulonTheWobbulous · 10/10/2025 19:44

I’ve had an email from Playmobil with code CARS30 for 30% off playmobil cars. I’m very tempted by the VW campervan but think I might like it more than the kids will!

I got carried away buying loads of playmobil a few years back and ended up selling it all on eBay and sending some to charity shop as son wasnt interested one bit! I loved the campervan and the caravan with car, also an ice cream van, oh and a fold up carry house! . I should have learnt my lesson when he didnt play with the playmobil 123 zoo, police set and house! 🙈

Ive done the same with Lego, bought loads (that i like!) and hes not interested in it one bit! Even the sets hes chosen himself he doesn't actually play with.

Yeknom · 10/10/2025 20:19

Speaking of Playmobil I’m in the market for the big police station if anyone sees a barg!

nickdrakeslovechild · 10/10/2025 21:05

My earrings from Xander Kostroma have just arrived and I am so disappointed.
They look really cheap, one pair is broken and most of them have bent backs. The person I bought them for can only wear silver but there is no way are they are even though they are sold as silver.

RainbowZebraWarrior · 10/10/2025 21:25

nickdrakeslovechild · 10/10/2025 21:05

My earrings from Xander Kostroma have just arrived and I am so disappointed.
They look really cheap, one pair is broken and most of them have bent backs. The person I bought them for can only wear silver but there is no way are they are even though they are sold as silver.

Oh, no. Were they recommended on this thread? I don't recognise the name. Sorry to hear you are disappointed. Can you send them back?

WimbyAce · 10/10/2025 21:30

Arewesureitisntbedtime · 10/10/2025 18:41

Bargain Max have got 20% off of almost everything until tomorrow morning at 9am if you use the code DROP.

This is the site that lots of us bought the cheap Harumika sets a couple of years ago.

Thanks, had the email but never saw it! Think I'm gonna get the advent calendars!

VelvetThunder · 10/10/2025 21:46

For those looking for kpop demon hunters, the entertainer has funko pops for £13 each and should be delivered by 8th November!

nearlylovemyusername · 10/10/2025 21:51

Does anyone know any discount codes for The Fragrance Shop pretty please?

WannaBeOrganised · 10/10/2025 22:15

ILoveCatsAndKittens · 10/10/2025 20:16

I got carried away buying loads of playmobil a few years back and ended up selling it all on eBay and sending some to charity shop as son wasnt interested one bit! I loved the campervan and the caravan with car, also an ice cream van, oh and a fold up carry house! . I should have learnt my lesson when he didnt play with the playmobil 123 zoo, police set and house! 🙈

Ive done the same with Lego, bought loads (that i like!) and hes not interested in it one bit! Even the sets hes chosen himself he doesn't actually play with.

I hope you got a good price for the caravan!
Mine love playmobil, and caravans (we have the campervan). Just looked it up and its very pricey now!

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