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Turkey for after Christmas
We can't all get together on Christmas Day (rarely do) and I have everyone round a few days later for a Christmas dinner, present opening etc. Last year I thought I would leave the food till after Christmas thinking I would get some bargains but it didn't work out like that as there was nothing left and I ended up with…
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MSE Blog: Saving money on kids’ parties? It’s child’s play…
Hi all, this is a thread to discuss the MSE blog: Saving money on kids’ parties? It’s child’s play… "In my relatively short time as a parent, I’ve gleaned some great party tips from our and others’ kids’ birthday parties..." Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure…
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Artificial tree
I need to buy a new tree this year, ours fell to pieces last year. We can only spend up to £20, can anyone recommend one that will look nice for not too much money please.
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Christmas Party Games
Hi, We will be hosing a family party just before Christmas and there will be 6 children. We normally do it 4/5 times a year (brothers and sisters take it in turn) and it ensures we all get a catch up. I normally come up with something a bit different put this time i want to keep it 'traditional' including a party game or…
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Bargain Christmas - Dotcomgiftshop
Dotcomgiftshop just put up their annual 'bargain Christmas' post. Time to buy myself some new decorations, I think! :) http://www.dotcomgiftshop.com/blog/bargain-christmas-2013
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present for DD's father
I need a present idea for my ex partner. I refuse to spend my hard earned money on him given he doesnt support her financially but I know it would upset her if she/I didn't get him anything for Christmas. So if anyone has any home made gift ideas for things we/she could make. she is 4 by the way :) thanks in advance:o
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Furby Boom
Well, 3 kids means i'm after 3 furby booms! Which means I need to find the best deal around. Any suggestions? So far i'm thinking Tesco, simply because i can double up £45 worth of vouchers to £90, then using my double points coupon along with cashback through quidco.... Unless anyone knows of any decent deals on them?? CP…
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Cheaper alternatives to paperchase?
I really love paperchase stationary (especially their notebooks) but dont like to pay too much. Does anyone know of a cheaper place to get pretty and/or unusual stationary? I dont mind if it's online either.
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D.I.Y/Gadget Tools?
Hi Everyone, I'm struggling to think of anything to get my Dad for Christmas this year. He doesn't like aftershave or football and since a heart attack last year chocolates/cheese is kind of out of the question. My dad is a bit of a workaholic, when he's not at work (Gardening) he's fixing something around the garden or…
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Pressie help - overseas in laws
Afternoon all! :) My other half is Polish and his parents live over there - they dont speak a word of English (when I met them this was a challenge but luckily my OH was an amazing translator!) I have sourced a polish christmas card which he has written to send off soon but would like to post a small something also as a…
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Food hamper as a gift
Before my father was made redundant, the company he worked for used to give a food hamper for Christmas. My parents looked forward to seeing what items would be included as they weren't your typical brands (though they did appear occasionally). I would like to find one like this but can't find anything in my price range.…
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Christmas M&M's
Has anyone seen the packets of red green and white M&M's this year. I need some for a craft stall I am doing next week. I saw them in our supermarket 2 years ago but none last year.
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Putting up the tree.
So when does everyone put their tree up? I really want to put mine up this week but OH says its too early:(
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best christmas dvd?
Suggestions please on the 'best' christmas dvd to sit and watch on christmas eve? we already have* muppets christmas carol * polar express * santa claus * bad santa I am looking for something funny and entertaining. The ones friends have suggested are sad and depressing. Ohhhh and nothing sad with animals in.…
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Car breakdown hamper?
Hi I hope i'm okay to post this here, I have got my partner breakdown cover for his car for part of his christmas present but want to do a hamper for him to keep in his boot, i'm a non driver so if anybody has any idea's what I could put into it , that would be great! Thanks :)
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Dotcomgiftshop cheap decoration and gifts
I don't know if anyone has been on recently but they have some cute bits and bobs in their under £5 special offers section....…
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Build a Bear Christmas Special
does anyone happen to know when the build a bear special is going to be this year? After checking orders for last year it was 25 November. I haven't seen it advertised anywhere and can't remember how I found out last year when it was! Thanks in advance :j
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Deboned Capon
I ordered my Christmas bird from the butchers today.:) What bird will you be having at the centre of the table this year?
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Birthday dinner - what's your perfect meal?
Hi All, Need some help! It's my boyfriend's birthday Friday, we both have the day off. Was thinking of going for a meal but a) I like to cook and b) I know I can cook similar food at home for cheaper. So now the decision of where to go has been made, my dilemma is what to cook. I'm thinking a three course meal, so given…
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Christmas Money Saving Guide (FREE online magazine)
Hi all, I have just found this FREE magazine online that has 20 tips on saving money this Christmas. A good read and some good advise in there: joomag.com/magazine/christmas-money-saving-guide/M0907769001383815638 I cant post links so you will need to copy and paste the red bit above (or if somebody else can post link…
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