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Christmas 2010 bargains over here....

74 replies

Newbeginning1 · 11/05/2010 12:00

Yes, i've dared to mention Xmas already cowers but as you see bargains it would be good to share them. I'm wanting to buy little bits across the year so that I don't have to spend loads at the end of the year.

So, i'll start, Debenhams have a sale on until Saturay so i'm going to stock up on the kids clothes.

www.debenhams.com/

What else has everyone else found?

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Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 14:39

compo- I have bought my son stuff that we can layer with so for instance a really nice blue zoo jumper from debenhams for £3.20 which he can either wear with a top under and a coat or as it is but as the size is 12-18 months Ive played it safe.

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Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 14:39

compo- I have bought my son stuff that we can layer with so for instance a really nice blue zoo jumper from debenhams for £3.20 which he can either wear with a top under and a coat or as it is but as the size is 12-18 months Ive played it safe.

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Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 14:39

compo- I have bought my son stuff that we can layer with so for instance a really nice blue zoo jumper from debenhams for £3.20 which he can either wear with a top under and a coat or as it is but as the size is 12-18 months Ive played it safe.

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Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 14:39

compo- I have bought my son stuff that we can layer with so for instance a really nice blue zoo jumper from debenhams for £3.20 which he can either wear with a top under and a coat or as it is but as the size is 12-18 months Ive played it safe.

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Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 14:39

compo- I have bought my son stuff that we can layer with so for instance a really nice blue zoo jumper from debenhams for £3.20 which he can either wear with a top under and a coat or as it is but as the size is 12-18 months Ive played it safe.

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aSilverLining · 14/05/2010 14:40

I can't live in the day as I am on a very low budget so I have buy or save for christmas right through the year and on a small amount get DS, neices and nephews lovely presents that I couldn't afford all in one go.

YouKnowNothingoftheCrunch · 14/05/2010 14:41

But have you played it safe enough?

ThreadKillerQueen · 14/05/2010 16:07

Hee

I buy things as and when I see then throughout the year too. I have a fair few children to buy for and can't afford to go and buy everything full price right before Christmas.

Have got some great bargains and just keep them up in the loft until I need them.

I do it on the quiet though as my family and friends think I'm very odd.

Newbeginning1 · 14/05/2010 23:03

Sorry everyone, i posted that message from my phone and it's obviously decided that I really wanted to emphasise what i was saying and drum it home It could be worse, i managed to do the same with a whole thread though a few weeks ago, i was not popular

What bargains have you all found recently?

I'm a bit of an ebay addict at the moment but I want to get DS new stuff for him birthday an Xmas.

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giggly · 14/05/2010 23:39

Hey I am so organised that I have some early bought presents from last years summer sales that I put away and forgot about. So I guess that counts as this years presents. That is unless I forget about them this year to

Newbeginning1 · 15/05/2010 09:40

giggly - that is very organised.

I think i'm going to go round the charity shops and see what things i can pick up. I always get stuck for my Mum, giggly any suggestions being as you're so organised?

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borderslass · 16/05/2010 13:29

when kids where little always bought throughout the year but I also had 13 young nieces and nephews to buy for only 3 little ones now don't really worry to much now.

stressed2007 · 18/05/2010 16:54

normal cost £19.99 now £5.99 Be very quick though - still live as at 5pm on Tuesday

Mr. Bump Medical kit comes with Mr. Nervous siringe, Mr. Small band-aid, Mr. Bump stethescope, Mr. Bounce reflex tool, Mr. Tickle and LM Whoops blood pressure measurer. All stores nicely inside Mr. Bump.

www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002ECE67A/ref=nosim/?tag=hotukdeals-21

Has good reviews

stressed2007 · 18/05/2010 16:58

Tomy Colour Doodle £10.75 at Amazon

Around £15 elsewhere still live at 5pm on Tuesday

Colour Doodle is the only magnetic drawing tablet that allows children to create fun drawings in 4 colours!

Includes a pen and 3 fun shape stampers for kids to decorate their designs. Use the eraser to clear the board so you can create all over again!

www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0019UQK4K/ref=nosim/?tag=hotukdeals-21

strandedatsea · 18/05/2010 17:03

that is so frustrating! my dd2 would absolutely LOVE that Mr Man medical kit but in 7 months, who knows! And her birthday isn't until Dec either so I can't get it before then.

stressed2007 · 18/05/2010 17:03

In The Night Garden Mega Doodle Fun - Half Price - £10.57 delivered @ Amazon

£17.60 at Argos and £23.11 at Mail Order Express - plus postage costs

Box Contains: -

Over 250 Stickers

12 Background Sheets (6 Illustrated, 6 Plain)

Instructions

8 Pens

1 Pencil With Eraser

Comic Cover & Binding Strip

In the Night Garden mega doodle with carry handle

Magnetic doodling board with character stamper

Integrated pen and beautifully detailed Igglepiggle swiper

www.amazon.co.uk/Night-Garden-Mega-Doodle-Fun/dp/B001692ML4/ref=sr11?ie=UTF8&s=ki ds&qid=1274198540&sr=1-1

stressed2007 · 18/05/2010 17:04

you could always give to someone else if she has gone off it?

stressed2007 · 18/05/2010 17:06

TOMY Motorised Thomas & Percy Megasketcher (was £24.99) now £9.99 (plus £3.95 P&P unless you spend over £25 then is free delivery )Less than half price. Motorized megasketcher. There's a video of the product if you want to see how it works.

www.tomy.co.uk/products/thomas-and-percy-motorised-megasketcher/?utm_source=googl e&utmmedium=pcs&utmcampaign=gb08

Newbeginning1 · 19/05/2010 20:18

Thanks for these stressed2007. I've had a look and there are also some jigsaws etc that are really cheaep which will make good presents.

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serin · 07/06/2010 18:59

Home bargain has some lovely luchboxes in for £1.99. Simpsons ones are in sainsburys for £8.99.

em83 · 08/06/2010 20:50

check out play.com for go-go hamsters,dr who,star trek and many morewow half price

stressed2007 · 17/06/2010 22:30

Argos have the toy kettle and toaster set with noises and lights from £5.99 to £2.99 + as a special offer you can add toy dinner ser set 4 plates 4 toy glasses 4 knives 4 forks & 4 spoons for £1.99 usually £7.99 so a nice set for under £5 BARGAIN
reserve and collect only on the toaster and kettle .

www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?storeId=10001&catalogId=1500002201&langId=-1&s earch Terms=CHAD+VALLEY+TOASTER

sarahken · 19/06/2010 21:54

I got crocodile dentist from Debenhams sale for £5.85 using a 10% off code and free delivery code and some ted baker socks for £1.80 for my little boy.

I have a present cupboard and regularly buy things I see for around the £5 mark as I always struggle for kids parties if I have to get something on the day. I also have a box of lovely cards I got in the Tesco sale and wrapping paper on standby. Anything I don't use I sell on or give to the kids as stocking fillers. Its great giving kids presents that look about £20 but only actually cost a fiver.

TheNextMrsDepp · 19/06/2010 21:57

I also have a present cupboard and buy stuff all year as and when I see it. Makes Christmas a little less painful (only a little....)

stressed2007 · 01/07/2010 13:44

Disney Princess Fleece Blanket now £2.67 @ Tesco Direct + Quidco.

Click & collect in store for no delivery free.

This Disney Princess fleece blanket is made from polyester and is washing machine and tumble dryer safe.
size 120*140 cm
Disney Fairies Fleece Blanket also same price.
Catalogue number: 207-1535

direct.tesco.com/q/R.207-2311.aspx

buy via quidco and get cash back too.