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I don't think so. Where do they go instead? I suppose some get bent out of shape and end up at the tip.beanielou said:Has anyone ever seen an ironing board in a charity shop?
I'm a fan of cut glass, I love the way it catches the light.florianatwobob said:Small spend today 1 x large sequinned make up bag which is now housing my ‘chub rub’ shorts and tights, 1 x RNLI mini bag, 1 x laundry bag for delicates for the grand total of £1.50! Also came home with a lovely glass trifle bowl. For £5. Very heavy and very sparkly.
Too many nice things are being bought for me to comment on everything, but I do look. Here's a poignant one for you from a charity shop in Thirsk: I saw a 'Grandparents' book which had been filled in with lots of bits of family history, probably not all that long ago. Why would someone not keep that? Perhaps there was a falling out? I didn't buy it: I hope it can find its way to a family member.I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
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I'm sure I've seen ones in the furniture type shops - BHF etc. Otherwise only in the back room so they can tidy up the things people have had crumbled in bags for 4 years.beanielou said:Has anyone ever seen an ironing board in a charity shop?I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on Debt Free Wannabe, Old Style Money Saving and Pensions boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.
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3 of my most recent chazzer-mugs, fresh out of the dishwasher and dedicated to myself
No man is worth crawling on this earth.
So much to read, so little time.12 -
And some other trinkets including the tray - butterflies are a theme I now realise!
The metal butterfly is a decorative piece, attachable by a crocodile clip:
No man is worth crawling on this earth.
So much to read, so little time.8 -
I have some butterfly boxes I got from The Cornerstone. I keep rings and earrings in them.
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Hmm...are butterflies a Southend thing I wonder? Tip me off please should you ever wish to donate them back againWednesday2000 said:I have some butterfly boxes I got from The Cornerstone. I keep rings and earrings in them.
No man is worth crawling on this earth.
So much to read, so little time.6 -
I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
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Me tooCherryfudge said:
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Happy Birthday @Rosa_Damascena, enjoy drinking out of your mugs. I'll be 60 next year and you've just inspired me to start a collection for the big day.
@beanielou - I have seen the odd ironing board over the years and quite often see sleeve boards and table top versions. Maybe it's a student accommodation purchase that isn't needed when they move on.
I popped into my favourite BHF shop yesterday and came away with a Penguin collection of PG Wodehouse school stories for £2. I forgot to take a photo earlier so here's a link to the big river listing.
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Picked up a posh leather glasses case by Longchamp yesterday from the hospice shop in Ripon for £2.99. Matches my Chazza Longchamp bag perfectly. My new Specsavers specs will look dead smart now 😬11
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