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My friend's birthday presents

I went mad and splashed out on several presents for my friends birthday......do you know how much I spent?!



























Less than a tenner!!

I bought a load of stuff, plus gift bag and wrapping paper from Primark, and spent less than £8 (well....the cashier helped as he didn't scan a necklace. it was only £1 but £1 is £1!) and her card and badge (it's her 30th) came to about £2!

I was well chuffed with myself! :D
Debt as of Sept' 2015 (LBM!): £36,351 :eek: (sickening)
Monthly outgoings on debt alone: £1243/month

We're on the right path, we got ourselves here..we're a bit lost, but we'll find our way back again!

Comments

  • Burlesque_Babe
    Burlesque_Babe Posts: 17,547 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Photogenic Combo Breaker
    Good for you!

    I get a real buzz if I find or put together a nice present for someone and it costs very little now.
    :D"Stay Wonky":D

    :j:jBecome Mrs Pepe 9 October 2012 :j:j
  • :D Well done you!! :D

    Im getting married 2 days before my best friends 30th birthday, shes not amused she has requested i write " bring a birthday prezzie for Nic" on my invites :D :rolleyes:
  • beemuzed
    beemuzed Posts: 2,188 Forumite
    Mortgage-free Glee!
    Primark....not near here! There are clearly many disadvantages to living here! A couple of years ago this area was supposed to be THE place to live - and it is lovely, but cheaper shops/outlets? Oh no....
    Well done you!
    Resolution:
    Think twice before spending anything!
  • davey69_2
    davey69_2 Posts: 41 Forumite
    Where abouts in sunny essex do you live bemuzed?
  • vyvyan_2
    vyvyan_2 Posts: 653 Forumite
    500 Posts
    Well done Lizloz! :T
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