I transformed my garden patio into summer haven for less than £100 with cheap B&M buys including gadget to keep bugs out
From dinner plates to bug-repelling candles, Aimee shared her impressive haul with her 29.6k Instagram followers.
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The lifestyle influencer, who lives in Wiltshire with her partner Sean, said she wanted to create the perfect space for entertaining guests.
Sharing a video of her summery accessories on @thecountryreno, she wrote: "This year is the year of our garden, after 18 months living here we are now ready to start making her ready for guests and entertaining, BBQs and sundowners.
"Our table was a Facebook marketplace bargain last year for £100 too, and now I'm headed to B&M with £100 to see if I could make something beautiful."
She bagged herself an adorable lemon jug for just £3 after it was on sale from £5 and pretty farmhouse-style plant pots from £3.
"£100 feels like a lot of money but these days would barely get you a seat cushion in some shops but I knew that B&M would have some bargains and they did not disappoint!!
"I was surprised to see so many things on offer too - especially that lemon jug."
To keep pesky insects away for those late-night tipples, she found citronella torches on bamboo spikes to give a feeling of being on a tropical island.
The candle and holders are just £4.
Aimee also jumped on the faux flower trend, which she joked meant she couldn't kill them.
They vary in price, but range from £2 to £8.
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She found hanging baskets filled with colourful and realistic plastic flowers, which she added to an outhouse wall.
Followers flocked to praise her haul, with one writing: "Such good finds! That lemon jug!
"You did a brilliant job finding this all and styling it beautifully together."
"Great bargains and looks lovely," echoed a second.
"Impressive job the wall hanging baskets look lovely in that position too x" said a third.
Remember that some products are limited to selected stores, so always check with your local shop before wasting a trip.
How to save money at B&M
Shoppers have saved hundreds of pounds a year by using B&M's scanner app.
The scanner lets you see if an item's price is cheaper than advertised on the shop floor label.
Products that are typically discounted are seasonal items and old stock that B&M is trying to shift.
The app is free to download off the B&M Stores mobile app via Google Play or the Apple App Store.
According to one ex-B&M manager, you'll want to visit your local branch at 10am on a Wednesday too.
Here's how you can join the B&M bargain hunt:
Download the B&M app for free on any smartphone with an App Store or Google Play.
Once you've installed it on your device, click on the option labelled "more" on the bottom, right-hand side of the app home page.
You'll then find an option that says "barcode scanner". Click on this and you'll open a camera screen.
Use the camera to hover over the barcode of the product you wish to check.
If the price comes up as lower, take it to the cash desk and it will automatically scan at the lower price.
You don't need to sign up to the B&M app to use the barcode scanner.
If, like Aimee, you want to transform your garden space as the weather warms up, B&M has you covered.
One product guaranteed to make your backyard the envy of your neighbours is the Stained Glass Hanging Decoration.
The purse-friendly buy comes in a wide variety of colours and patterns from stunning floral designs to captivating mandala patterns.
Priced at just £4 each, these beautiful hanging decorations will revamp your garden, without you having to break the bank.
Plus, when the sunlight catches on the stained glass, it will create a spectacular glow which will transform your garden into a paradise.
B&M said: "This unique Stained Glass Hanging Decoration will add a touch of colour and beauty to your garden.
"Perfect for hanging in your garden and adding to your outdoor decor."
Another product guaranteed to give your garden a glow-up, is the Flower Solar Light.
The bargain buy comes in a variety of different colours, including yellow and pink, so is guaranteed to inject your garden with a stunning splash of colour.
It features an adorable flower design, with a sweet bee perched on top of it, which is bound to make you smile every time you sit in the garden.
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