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I wanna buy it or do it

Archives for April 2013

"Buy now, pay later".
I've noticed that Very and Isme both offer "buy now, pay later" deals on their clothes (considering they're owned by the same company I'm not too surprised), but I'm not sure whether I can put a great deal of trust into them or not. I'm sure that both of them don't add on interest until after the BNPL period has expired -…
Hammock Stand (plus hammock)
I am quite interested in looking into a Hammock Stand and a Hammock. IKEA do one. Does anyone else?
Video Games
Sorry i posted this in the wrong section of the site earlier so i am posting it in what i hope is the right section of the website. Firstly i am wondering if anybody knows where you can buy cheap PC/3DS/WII/XBOX video games online and it doesn't matter if they are used Thanks
Just knocked my iron onto the floor
I've just knocked my iron off the ironing board and it's got a huge crack down the side. I'm on holiday at the weekend and I've got a massive pile of ironing to do before I go :o Please, someone......what's the best iron to buy? I need to get one today or tomorrow and have easy access to a big town and an out-of-town…
B&Q discount weekend
I wasn't sure where to post this, hope this is ok. Does anyone know if B&Q are having a 10% or similar off weekend as it's bank holiday? I need to buy bathroom tiles but don't want to get them tomorrow if I could save a few £. I've just Googled again & a site came up saying there's 15% off a £50 spend this weekend, so may…
Cancelling Experian?
Hello everyone, I firstly apologise if this is in the wrong section of the forum! :o I just realised that my Experian free trial comes to an end tomorrow and I am currently at work until 9. I won't be able to call them so my only chance is by email - how fast do they reply/ cancel your account? I look forward to your…
Washing Line
Does anyone know where I could get a decent washing line with two poles? The only ones I can see are supplied with one pole with the idea being that you attach the other other end to a bracket on your shed or your house etc. Also a lot of the reviews have said that the poles are weak or bendy or the line is prone to…
Pod/Capsule Coffee Machine
Hi I was wondering if someone can help me, My boyfriend and I am coming to the end of our degrees and we want to reward ourselves by buying a coffee machine. We like the idea of the ones which you put the pods of capsules in because of the wide variety of flavours. I was wondering if someone could tell me what the best one…
Spiderman toy for a 3 year old
My daughter is into playing superheroes with the boys at nursery and loves spiderman. She is turning 3 soon and I am looking for ideas for a Spiderman toy to get her. Can anyone recommend something? Are there any good playsets available or Spiderman with a vehicle, something like that? I am looking to spend up to £20 Thank…
Kitchen Appliances and Bathroom Fittings
I am looking to buy new kitchen appliances and bathroom fittings. Any suggestions for where I can source them cheap? I dont desperately care about brand names but dont want any brands that are known to be rubbish. I am looking for: Built in single electric oven Built in electric ceramic hod Extractor hood (stainless steel…
VHS transfer to DVD
Has anyone used any of the companies that covert VHS to DVD? There seems to be dozens of companies offering this service and I wondered if anyone had a recommendations. I'm throwing out all my videos but really want to have a copy, however bad, of the stuff I took of my children back in the 1990s. Thanks
high gloss replacement doors
I have had a look on ebay, ikea, B&Q, Wickes and via google. Its coming out at best at £320 for 17 doors (however, its online and I cant see the product). Company is called kitchen stockpile in Northern Ireland. Can someone recommend any other sources please?
kitchen units - carcass
we need to get a few more units. the cheapest we have found for 1000mm base units is £58 (wickes) we are sourcing the doors elsewhere I need to find 1 x 1000 base unit 2 x 1000 corner units 1 x 600 base unit 1 x 1000 sink unit any suggestions or outlets? I have drawn a blank on ebay for anything better.
Whats the best Theory test book
My son is going to be starting driving lessons soon and i was wondering what is the best book to help with his theory test thankyou in advance
ikea sewing machine
Has anyone bought the £49 sewing machine from ikea? It looked reasonable but I'd really like to hear from anyone who has bought one.
How much is it worth?
I have 7 rolls of unopened wallpaper from 1986. It is from John Lewis and all the same batch. I guess you would call it vintage!
Cardboard Boxes for moving
Hi, I am in the process of moving house and am in need for cardboard boxes. Can anyone suggest where I can find cardboard boxes for free? I have tried morrisons and they only have banana boxes and B&M bale theirs. Many thanks
Should I get credit with Very for 20% discount...?
I have recently moved house and am about to make a few purchases of which I have the savings for... I received a flyer through the post for Very which has a 20% discount code if I take out their finance, is it worth me taking out the finance (which is 40%!!) but paying it off after I receive the goods, is that possible?…
Strimmer wanted
Hi, I am looking for a electric strimmer and wondered if anyone has a personal recommendation? It's a mine field out there! Our petrol one is now becoming difficult to use over our large garden! Would prefer one suitable for the taller person. Many thanks Carmen
Double Divan Bed
I am looking for a decent double divan bed. Ideally looking for pocket sprung, hand tufted and sprung base. MyNextMattress are recommending the Shakespeare brand but I know nothing of them. Are they good quality? I was looking ay Hypnos as I know they do the Premier Inn beds. I want something that is good quality but I…

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