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Archives for March 2010

River Island store card
Apologies if this is covered elsewhere but I can't find it if it is! I've had a River Island store card for about 2 years but never used it (I was practically forced to take it out when I worked there, as we had to open a certain amount per week). I have even cut the card up but actually want to close the account now.…
Christian Dior, Estee Lauder and Mac
Hi folks. I'm new here. Can anyone tell me how to get cheap Christian Dior foundation, Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and any Mac products. It's a tall order I know but I'm sure I'll find the answer here! Thanks everyone. Genevive
Farm Food Frozen offers?
Hi, Can anyone tell me if Farm food frozen have any good offers at the moment? Especailly if hovis bread or juice is on offer? Thanks, Naomi
Half price Tvs at Littlewoods and Very - now plus possible free 3 yr warranty
Some reductions in the Easter sale 40 INCH Sony bravia £499 at Very before possible Quidco making it competetive and cheaper than most stores.
free stuff for taking part in surveys?
Any one used sites that reward you points to spend at amozon, like points2shop? Im tempted as I am now hooked on xbox live, doing these surveys I can get all my gaming needs for free aswel as other stuff. I just dont know much about this site to enter my details....So anyone ever used this site or any like it? please…
Cheapest 42" LCD TV with Full HD?
Hi We want to buy a 42" lcd tv with full hd..but we want it cheap!lol Where is doing the best deals?
Kids watches
Hi There I am looking for a basic watch for each of my nieces for Easter, they are only toddlers and I doubt they will be learning to tell the time for a few years yet, but they always want to put mine on when I visit. I am looking for a simple face with a dial and the 12 numbers (no digital gubbins!) so that once they are…
Littlewoods reward scheme
Hi all, I made a purchase with littlewoods last Dec and have £5 as silver reward. I am advised by customer service can only redeem the reward when next catalogue is out, which is June. Is this correct? I think I can use it against next purchase anytime? Thanks in advance
Zara sale?
Does anyone know when Zara sales will be on? tks
H&M sale?
does anyone know when the next sale will be at H&M? I picked up a couple hooded tops out there in the new year sale and I have to say I like them a hell of a lot more than the ones I previosly got from the likes of matalan and primark. bit better fit and slightly longer than what the others sell
Any ideas of Easter Dine in offer in M&S?
Trying to plan some meals and wondered if anyone had any idea if easter Dine in will be 15 or 20 pounds? Assume there will be one as it will have been 3 weeks.
NEW AVATAR game what to do with
Hi can anyone suggest what i can do with a game i bought (and lost at christmas). Had put away now it s turned up. it is still in cellophane and is for the xbox 360 live. i bought online but cant remember with who . so would appreciate any ideas you might have about not loosing all my money . thanks:)
Seeking a value for money very compact/mini lawn mower
Hi everyone, I’ve recently bought my first home in North London and as typical in the area the garden is very small. However, I do want a lawn, and I’m trying to figure out how to fit a lawn mower & storage place for it into my garden, both on a budget and tight on space. There is a small ‘corridor’ of path down the side…
Sopranos complete boxset - Cheapest Deals?
Looking to buy this, cheapest is £60 on play. Has anyone seen any deals or cheaper prices anywhere? TIA!
Nintendo DS lite any deals at the moment?
My daughter wants a DS lite for her birthday, i don't know why she doesn't want the newer version she said it's 'too big' lol but i'm not complaining as the older one seems cheaper :rotfl: I just wondered if anybody knows of any good bundle deals anywhere? Best i seem to find is in smyths for £125 with three games anywhere…
When is next M&S Home Event
Does anyone know when the next M&S Home Event is when they offer say 20% discount on home goods? Are they likely to have one over the Easter weekend?
children's bedding?
Hi all, I need to buy some more bedding for my small people. Does anyone have any recommendations for reasonably priced good quality bedding. I recently bought some from Argos and was happy. I have bought from Wikos in the past but wasn't that happy. I don't know if their quality has changed recently. TIA
Check your receipt!
Just a quick rant to let you all know that for the 8th time in 12 months (doesn't sound a big deal) I've noticed a Tesco cashier accidentally scanning an item twice. Pro: checking your receipt straight away and taking it to the Customer Service desk, Tesco will refund you twice the difference e.g. an item cost £1 which…
Dixons Tax Free - What a Rip Off
Just thought I'd check out some noise-cancelling headphones from them: http://www.dixonstaxfree.co.uk/index.cfm?fuseaction=portable_audio.home&section=portable_audio&group=74,9003,9030,9031,9033,9011,1104,9004,9002,9025&title= Sennheiser PXC450 £255.31 RRP claimed £299. Amazon price £216 JVC HA-NC80 £61.25 RRP claimed £68.…
Fake tanning on the cheap?
Now that the weather is warmer and the layers are coming off I've noticed how pale my legs and arms are! I want to buy a gradual tanning product like Johnsons Holiday Skin etc. Do you have any recommendations? Or tips on any discounts that you've seen around? Thanks!

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