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Christmas Bargain Prequel Thread 2 -summer holidays loom

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Sideorderofchips · 19/07/2026 22:41

Onto our second thread with less than 6 months to go!

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faithfultoGeorgeMichael · 17/08/2026 21:41

thanks @superstar84 !!

Yalz · 17/08/2026 21:53

I posted earlier about the 70% off M&S sale.

There’s not much left online, but I went into an actual store today, and there were racks and racks of clothes. They also had some vases and toiletry gift sets, which might be suitable for presents.
Be warned, though: although you can return sale things bought online (thanks to government regulations, I think) you can’t return sale things bought in the shops now unless they are faulty etc.

Yalz · 18/08/2026 04:20

Today’s Boots £10 Tuesday has the usual things, including some children’s wooden toys.

The thing I bought is Estée Lauder Doublewear Longwear Matte Foundation. It’s the 15 ml travel size, but full size is £29.99 (£39.99 with a £10 voucher) for 30ml. At the time of writing all colours are available, but that may change. For me it’s worth £10 to try it out. I went to the Estée Lauder online shop to find the best shade for me.

Click and Collect if free if you send £15+. Delivery is free for £25+.

mumonthehill · 18/08/2026 05:46

I caved and got the mascara set! Also the Oliver Bonas sale is quite good and got a couple of bits too.

ApiratesaysYarrr · 18/08/2026 06:45

Some of the biggest bargains from Boots £10 Tuesday:

Pictopia Harry Potter

Lumene primer (available in different shades)

bundle of 5 face masks (good for DIY beauty advent calendars)

EllaView · 18/08/2026 07:10

There are also some really good No7 bundles in the £10 Tuesday offers.

ThisLuckyEagle · 18/08/2026 09:14

Anyone thinking of the no7 advent calendar, it’s 20% off for the first 250 orders, brings it down to £144 which is cheaper than the discount offered at Boots last year even including advantage points!

https://www.no7beauty.co.uk/p/no7-the-ultimate-beauty-advent-calendar/17211055/

No7 The Ultimate Beauty Advent Calendar | Noseven

Buy No7 The Ultimate Beauty Advent Calendar from No7. Look and feel your best every day. Shop Now.

https://www.no7beauty.co.uk/p/no7-the-ultimate-beauty-advent-calendar/17211055/

Dreadhead · 18/08/2026 09:58

Thanks for the benefit mascaras! Got one for my 3 x adult DDs, chuffed I’ve made a start in summer x

IlovePond · 18/08/2026 10:32

Early access to the Boots no7 a/c is open.

Code: ADVENTSAVE gives £10 off either calendar today only:

https://www.boots.com/no7-skincare/no7-beauty-advent-calendars-early-access?

IsThisLifeNow · 18/08/2026 11:49

Morning, Checking in for starting my christmas shopping!

Well I bought these for a birthday, But still a bargain

A make your own lip balm kit, £13.29 instead of £20.99
https://amzn.eu/d/0bHrwe1r

Lego creations humming bird £15.99 instead of £24.99
amzn.eu/d/0iZWGbR4

Amazon

Amazon

https://amzn.eu/d/0bHrwe1r?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-5556491-christmas-bargain-prequel-thread-2-summer-holidays-loom

Solmum1964 · 18/08/2026 11:55

I don't know anything about Tonies but have seen them recommended on previous threads.
There are a few in the Boots £10 Tuesday offer.

Reading2 · 18/08/2026 12:07

Cranford Collection edition of the Odyssey on sale at TK Maxx, in case anyone is buying for someone who has enjoyed the film.

https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/home/stationery+books/books/the-odyssey/p/64123229#mz-expanded-view-875393495729

SillySeal · 18/08/2026 12:54

We bought one of these for DDs birthday, she loves it! They occasionally have vouchers attached so we got ours for £7.99!

SillySeal · 18/08/2026 12:55

So glad I found this page. I have started lists but haven't made any purchases yet. Hope to start that this week.

InbetweenDreams · 18/08/2026 15:31

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0DQBCZXK7?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image

The other characters in this range are £10-15, but this one was £4.50. I think my DD (7) will like it, so I’ve bought one. Might be good for a gift cupboard?

Amazon

Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0DQBCZXK7?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-christmas-5556491-christmas-bargain-prequel-thread-2-summer-holidays-loom

nothingtoseehereatall · 18/08/2026 15:34

Ah how lovely to see this thread back! (That sounds sarcastic - it's not meant to be!) - I got some brilliant bargains last year.

Just popped on to say - and apologies if this was posted already - there are some great bargains on the Estella Bartlett website - necklaces, earrings, bracelets etc. Lots of 70% off.

https://estellabartlett.com/collections/sale

Jewellery Sale | Estella Bartlett

Save on signature styles in the Estella Bartlett jewellery sale. Browse our womens jewellery sale to find discounted pieces and sale jewellery. Shop now.

https://estellabartlett.com/collections/sale

MrsMAFs · 18/08/2026 16:05

Home Bargains had the Unicorn Academy range in at a great price. I bought them for my daughter a couple of years ago at full price which is why I noticed.

MrsMAFs · 18/08/2026 16:06

Only these online but might be more instore.

Christmas Bargain Prequel Thread 2 -summer holidays loom
Cos1970 · 18/08/2026 16:15

I know KPop stuff is popular, saw these in our loc TH Jones, not sure of prices though

Christmas Bargain Prequel Thread 2 -summer holidays loom
Fuckingfuckssake · 18/08/2026 16:45

@YalzI’ve been wanting to try that soap for over a year now after a friend described as the best soap she’d ever used. I’m off to order now, thank you!

Elpheba · 18/08/2026 16:53

I can’t get the ADVENTSAVE to work on the boots calendar- has anyone else managed? I want to treat myself!

Elpheba · 18/08/2026 16:57

Never mind- panic over. It was ADVENTSAVE10 to get £10 off the boots No7 beauty calendar. Bought that, the nip & fab face masks for DSIL and a load of toothbrush heads for the bargain price off £85. Very pleased!