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Thread 8 - the one with all the pillow talk

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Reastie · 31/10/2025 07:11

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.

It's nearly time! November is tomorrow and Mariah Carey will be officially announcing the start of festivities Grin . Hope you're all well and just wanted to give you all a massive thank you so sharing these wonderful ideas and codes etc. It helps me SO MUCH. I know I don't post much on here (various things going on) but I appreciate this warm place of mn so much.

Bargain referrals - thread 7 | Mumsnet

🎄🛍️Time for a new thread! Happy shopping and bargain hunting 🤩 *Topcashback*: here is my referral link for topcashback - you get £10 extra cashback...

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/christmas/5212180-bargain-referrals-thread-7

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LostMyRubySlippers · 06/11/2025 07:47

BloodyBoilingInHere · 06/11/2025 07:15

I want to get my baby nephew a collection of those 'that's not my...' books. They seem to be around £4 per item, or £16 for a collection of 4.

Has anyone any ideas where i could buy a bigger collection? Or somewhere they're cheaper individually?

I'm also looking for ideas for book storage to go with it. Like a nice looking, child friendly storage box or stand for books. Any creative suggestions welcome.

Thanks.

Sometimes b&m have a few of these in store. Not sure how much but I’d guess maybe £3 each

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

Cuwins · 06/11/2025 08:09

BloodyBoilingInHere · 06/11/2025 07:15

I want to get my baby nephew a collection of those 'that's not my...' books. They seem to be around £4 per item, or £16 for a collection of 4.

Has anyone any ideas where i could buy a bigger collection? Or somewhere they're cheaper individually?

I'm also looking for ideas for book storage to go with it. Like a nice looking, child friendly storage box or stand for books. Any creative suggestions welcome.

Thanks.

Books for bugs have a few in their Black Friday sale

hiredandsqueak · 06/11/2025 08:13

FilthyforFirth · 05/11/2025 22:34

This vtech marble rush run is 50% off. It is on my youngests list (he has another set he loves and they all interconnect). He is 4 nearly 5 and him and my 8 year old have spent hours playing with it, so I heartily recomend!

https://amzn.eu/d/fD7M8aE

Thank you for this have bought it for my grandson, a great find.

fishfingersandchipsagain · 06/11/2025 08:18

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

Maybe Lego botanicals? Something like this https://amzn.eu/d/fmPEs4Q

Amazon.co.uk

Amazon.co.uk

https://amzn.eu/d/fmPEs4Q?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-5436240-thread-8-the-one-with-all-the-pillow-talk

jocktamsonsbairn · 06/11/2025 09:11

Notino have 20% off perfumes, aftershaves etc with the code fragrance. An extra 3% if you buy through the app. I’ve bought from them before and they are genuine products, fast delivery and well packaged.

sillygoof · 06/11/2025 09:18

Does anyone know if Starface (the pimple patches) does Black Friday? I want to order some of the limited editions but want a discount 🤣

PissedOffNeighbour22 · 06/11/2025 09:22

@Dolphintrainer ooh you’re lucky! M&S have screwed me over again. I only have 50p off mince pies and £1 off chutney, spices and biscuits for cheese. I don’t even eat any of those things 🤨
It’s like the Gary Barlow fiasco all over again lol.

trying29 · 06/11/2025 09:35

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

worth checking out ebay who often have great prices on Lego

2025istheyeari · 06/11/2025 09:37

Thanks so much for the Sparks heads up, I had 25% off Whistles so nabbed a shirt I’ve been lusting after!

OnionBag · 06/11/2025 09:55

@FOBIthefearobeingincluded you might want to report your own post to have it removed as it shows your full name.

Newmummy343 · 06/11/2025 10:02

Justhereforthechristmasthreads · 06/11/2025 07:14

@Newmummy343 did you still need a buyagift code?

Money off spends is back today with code XMAS60

Thank you so much for this! I can't decide whether to hold off to see if there is a better deal for black Friday

Famousthehero · 06/11/2025 10:05

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

The Lego Panda penguin orca 3 in 1 is £22.40 at the moment if she likes any of those

Amazon.co.uk

Amazon.co.uk

https://www.amazon.co.uk/LEGO-Creator-3in1-Wild-Animals/dp/B0DHSF89CQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=PQT7N2NNJEVM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ldl_aswfLKkUuEMaVZ3yqKkookoK5cf49gQGl9WdZ2y8H1trqxIgYFjVv8uY_OWWFiy_1KBnHzSQXUbmJff6psRM3ZRUzGwgvZRi5vpay83CTcYGVVNZH1IDhwza6GNfnlZ3PabFDiOuyq3mjJfuy7lnhRLkpL9Dcb0gENbjk-yRudFfSV0pSALuNBJiYO0-Ai1DMk2sJpOUdAoR6juE7A.V93yzRAX6-3remM8kQnhRIbL_T2Hu9wa0m1bMNUhj4Q&dib_tag=se&keywords=lego%20panda&qid=1762423398&sprefix=lego%20panda%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-3&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-5436240-thread-8-the-one-with-all-the-pillow-talk

Petal7 · 06/11/2025 10:15

John Lewis have started their Black Friday deals early, it seems. There's 20-25% off lots of beauty, inc Clarins, Origins, Molton Brown etc.

I got the Dior lip butter my teen was after for 20% off, so I was delighted with that.

I also had a free chocolate cracker in my JL rewards section in the app and £10 off various spends - so worth a check.

VelvetThunder · 06/11/2025 10:15

Matalan have some 20% off deals on home, knitwear and nightwear.

Thread 8 - the one with all the pillow talk
Ramona75 · 06/11/2025 10:17

Petal7 · 06/11/2025 10:15

John Lewis have started their Black Friday deals early, it seems. There's 20-25% off lots of beauty, inc Clarins, Origins, Molton Brown etc.

I got the Dior lip butter my teen was after for 20% off, so I was delighted with that.

I also had a free chocolate cracker in my JL rewards section in the app and £10 off various spends - so worth a check.

A good offer but bad on my pocket 🤣

hby9628 · 06/11/2025 10:35

ISO jellycat Xmas hot chocolate if anyone sees one 👀

Southsiderg4 · 06/11/2025 10:40

I was in Morrisons yesterday and they had Forrero Rocher on offer, £5.50 down from £11 with a More card and also a decent sized selection box (an adult one) for £2.25. I stocked up! The challenge will be not opening any of it until Christmas…

zacsGranny · 06/11/2025 10:50

For anyone who remembers the Fiorelli debacle on the previous thread - I decided to clean the bag and keep it after never receiving a reply from the company. Today, after no communication from them, I received a refund!!!

Dreamingofwalden · 06/11/2025 11:05

hby9628 · 05/11/2025 21:50

I saw this irl the other day and was considering it for Xmas so I put a price watch on it & it’s dropped from when I first saw it. It’s a substantial piece of Lego

Thanks for this. It was on one of my twin's Christmas list.

Christmasmcchristmasface · 06/11/2025 11:05

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

Smyths Toys have some sets on great reductions and they are currently doing £5 off a £50 spend.

hollister have some lovely soft hoodies with very minimal / small logos - usually do some good Black Friday deals.

Dreamingofwalden · 06/11/2025 11:08

Famousthehero · 06/11/2025 10:05

The Lego Panda penguin orca 3 in 1 is £22.40 at the moment if she likes any of those

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One of my DC has this set. I love it. The panda is so cute.

Mandarina33 · 06/11/2025 11:08

Moonlightfrog · 06/11/2025 08:04

I have got quite a bit done this week, almost finished DC’s (young adults). Has anyone seen any nice hoodies on offer? Ideally without brand names on them? (Not white fox etc..).

Also need a bargain lego set, DD1 has a huge collection of Lego but it has become tradition since she was small to have a set on Christmas Day, I have got her sister the Lego game boy, but my budget for dd2 is lower as I have spent too much in her already.

Also looking for art supplies (for adult), they already have loads of pens and paints but are always happy with more.

I'm not sure what size of set you're looking for, but amazon has a few discounted sets at the moment. I love the typewriter
amzn.eu/d/ihjqNIM
Or the pixar lamp which is a bit bigger
amzn.eu/d/aQDRgvj

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