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The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Parents are racing to Asda to nab children's toys with bargains up for grabs for 23p and they're perfect for summer hols
PARENTS are scrambling to get to their nearest Asda store, desperate to stock up on children's toys that have been slashed. So if you've got a little darling or know someone who has, then you've come to the right place and will need to listen up. 3 3 3 With the summer holidays in full swing, we're sure many parents will be searching for cheap and cheerful ways to keep kids entertained. Well now, luckily for mums and dads on a budget, Asda has reduced the price of a large selection of outdoor toys, with all things from archery sets to bean bags on the cheap. Prices start from just 23p and there's plenty to choose from, but you'll need to move fast if you want to bag bargains. One bargain hunter was left gobsmacked when browsing in Asda with a Scan & Go machine, when she spotted that lots of toys had been marked down. Thrilled with her finds, Holly Chapman nabbed a huge haul of purse-friendly buys and eagerly took to social media to alert others, leaving many open-mouthed. Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Holly uploaded snaps of her bargains, alongside a picture of her receipt. Not only did Holly manage to get an animal ring toss game and two sky spin props, but she also got a jungle croquet set, a bean bag toss game and frisbees. To top it off, she nabbed an archery set, scoop paddles, foam rockets and a selection of balls. Overjoyed with her sale items, Holly penned: 'None of this was reduced on the shelves, I just started scanning after seeing a TikTok saying Asda were reducing their kids summer bits! 'There was lots and lots included that I didn't buy!' Inside new upgraded Asda stores Holly confirmed that there were lots of other things that had also been marked down, including paddling pools, sprinklers, bubbles and chalks. As well as this, she also spotted paint your own rocks, fairy doors, watering cans, plant pots and plenty more games. 'Even if it's not showing as reduced, scan away!' How to save at Asda Shop the budget range Savvy shopper Eilish Stout-Cairns recommends that shoppers grab items from Asda's Just Essentials range. She said: " Asda's budget range is easy to spot as it's bright yellow! Keep your eyes peeled for yellow and you'll find their Just Essentials range. "It's great value and I've found it has a much wider selection of budget items compared to other supermarkets. Sign up to Asda Rewards The savvy-saver also presses on the importance of signing up to Asda's reward scheme. She said: "Asda Rewards is free to join and if you shop at Asda you should absolutely sign up. "As an Asda Rewards member, you'll get exclusive discounts and offers, and you'll also be able to earn 10% cashback on Star Products. "This will go straight into your cashpot, and once you've earned at least £1, you can transfer the money in your cashpot into ASDA vouchers. We've previously rounded up the best supermarket loyalty schemes - including the ones that will save you the most money. Look out for booze deals Eilish always suggests that shoppers looking to buy booze look out for bargain deals. She said: "Asda often has an alcohol offer on: buy six bottles and save 25%. "The offer includes selected bottles with red, white and rose options, as well as prosecco. There are usually lots of popular bottles included, for example, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot and Freixenet Prosecco D.O.C. "Obviously, the more expensive the bottles you choose, the more you save." Join Facebook groups The savvy saver also recommends that fans of Asda join Facebook groups to keep in the know about the latest bargains in-store. Eilish said: "I recommend joining the Latest Deals Facebook Group to find out about the latest deals and new launches in store. "Every day, more than 250,000 deal hunters share their latest bargain finds and new releases. "For example, recently a member shared a picture of Asda's new Barbie range spotted in store. "Another member shared the bargain outdoor plants she picked up, including roses for 47p, blackcurrant bushes for 14p and topiary trees for 14p." While the most expensive thing Holly bought was £3.98, the cheapest was just 23p - yes, you heard that correctly. Thrilled with her savings, the savvy mum continued: 'I saved a chunk and my children will be entertained for a while! This was Asda [in] Greenhithe and they had TONS!' Parents beam Facebook users were left stunned by the large selection of Asda bargains and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. One person simply said: 'I'm going to Asda.' Another added: 'Need to go.' A third tagged a friend and commented: 'Check it out.' Meanwhile, someone else wrote: 'I got some to pop away for Easter bags next year.' At the same time, one Asda shopper shared: 'It was reduced on the shelves in my local. I got skipping ropes for 50p, big inflatable balls for £1 and swimming goggles for £1.50!' Not only this, but another happy shopper beamed: 'I got a few bits for my great nieces. Ideal for the school holidays.'
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers say they ‘need' Primark's 00s sleepwear featuring a popular character & they look great for hot nights
NOTHING says cosy night in like a pair of comfy new pyjamas. And Primark's latest release - themed on a 2000s classic show - is making people feel very nostalgic. 4 4 The retail giant has brought out a pair of pjs themed on Lizzie McGuire, a character played by Hilary Duff between 2001 and 2004. The sweet white set includes a strap top and shorts, which are decorated with cartoon Lizzies wearing her infamous orange flip-flops. Fans will know that the cartoon version of Lizzie featured in the show to represent her internal thoughts and feelings, from being sarcastic, exaggerated, to nervous. The pjs are also decorated with flowers to tie in with their summer release. Given the hot weather we've had recently, they look ideal for staying cool at night as well as paying homage to the iconic programme. A photo of the pjs was shared on the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK and fans were quick to weigh in. The person who uploaded the bargain find, added the caption: 'Primark delivering nostalgia!' And shoppers did not hold back in the comments and many seemed keen to snap it up. One said: 'NEED!' Another added: 'I need to get these when I go away in a few week.' Disney+ reboot of legendary kids' TV series axed over seriously tame sex plot, claims writer 4 And a third commented: 'I need a trip.' Lizzie McGuire followed the life of Lizzie, a relatable, clumsy, but sweet middle schooler navigating the ups and downs of adolescence. Alongside her best friends, Miranda and Gordo, Lizzie dealt with a host of crushes, school drama, and embarrassing moments. Following the TV show, The Lizzie McGuire Movie was released, with Lizzie travelling to Rome and getting mistaken for a pop star. It became a box-office success and a beloved send-off to the series, which ended after this. 4 Hilary announced in 2020 that a Lizzie McGuire reboot had been cancelled because "the stars didn't align." The actress shared the sad news in an Instagram post, saying: 'I've been so honoured to have the character of Lizzie in my life. 'She has made such a lasting impact on many, including myself. "To see the fans' loyalty and love for her, to this day, means so much to me." Hilary continued: "I know the efforts and conversations have been everywhere trying to make a reboot work but, sadly & despite everyone's best efforts, it isn't going to happen. 'I want any reboot of Lizzie to be honest and authentic to who Lizzie would be today. It's what the character deserves.' The actress added: "We can all take a moment to mourn the amazing woman she would have been and the adventures we would have taken with her. "I'm very sad, but I promise everyone tried their best and the stars just didn't align." Hilary concluded the note by referencing the character's famous song from The Lizzie McGuire Movie, writing: "Hey now, this is what 2020s made of." The best selling Primark nostalgia pieces IF it's nostalgia you're looking for, look no further than Primark. Primark's Miffy pyjama range left many shoppers feeling incredibly nostalgic recently. Fashion fans claimed their 'inner child was screaming' when they spotted High School Musical and Hannah Montana sets on shelves. 90s fashionistas were left beaming when they spotted that leopard print maxi skirts had come back on trend. But the new baby tees gave some shoppers 'awful flashbacks' to their teens. And millennials were left divided when they spotted that ballet flats were back on shelves.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers race to B&M to pick up big packs of washing pods scanning at just 10p each
SHOPPERS are racing to B&M to pick up big packs of washing pods scanning at just 10p each. Bargain hunters could not believe their luck after they spotted a 51-pack of Surf laundry detergent pods for just a few pence. 1 The laundry product, which is placed in the drum of the washing machine, usually scans for up to £8.49 at the store. The cut-price deal was posted in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group, with shoppers quick to chime in and praise the find. One shopper said: "Well done." While another joked the trip "cost more" in petrol. If you are keen to get your hands on the bargain then you will need to head to your local B&M as you can not shop the deal online. But some savvy shoppers warned they could not find the product in their local B&M branch. With that in mind, it may be worth ringing your nearest store ahead of time to avoid a wasted trip. You can find your nearest B&M by visiting, It is also important to shop around to avoid missing out on the best prices. Morrisons is charging £10.50 for the capsules, while Ocado is charging £9.50. 6 ways to get the biggest bargains in B&M And it is not the only bargain offer found in B&M in recent weeks. Shoppers went mad for a stylish table and bench set which scanned for £40 instead of £110. Elsewhere, shoppers went wild for a TV unit which was reduced from £80 down to £10. The living room staple, which can support flatscreens up to 55 inches, comes in a stylish light grey to upgrade your living space. Fans have also been raving about an inflatable sun lounger which was reduced from £18 down to £10. Plus, one shopper even spotted a children's Crocs dupe for 10p. How to save at B&M The best time to get cut-price products is 10am on a Wednesday, according to one ex B&M manager. This is when staff slash items to as little as 10p to clear excess stock and make way for new products. Deals expert Tom Church said to keep an eye out for red sticker products as well. These are added to special buy products that have been reduced in price. It's worth signing up to Facebook pages dedicated to hunting for bargains from B&M and other discounters too. Two worth joining are B&M Bargains, Extreme Money Saving Deals and More and Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
I saved thousands on my wedding by getting 50p flowers from Dunelm – I normally hate fake stems but I filled my boot
A SAVVY bride-to-be has revealed that rather than breaking the bank on posh flowers for her wedding, she stocked up with reduced buys from Dunelm. After being quoted 'insanely high prices' for wedding flowers, Anna Frances was on a mission to see how she could save cash without having to scrimp on style for her big day. 2 2 The bargain hunter normally 'dislikes' artificial bouquets, but desperate to pocket pounds, decided to have a browse online to see what options were available. And now, Anna has been able to save thousands for her upcoming nuptials, thanks to reduced finds in Dunelm. In total, Anna spent less than £200 on artificial flowers for her wedding day and even had an entire boot load full of bargains from just 50p. Overjoyed with her huge haul, Anna took to social media to alert others to her discounted purchases, leaving many totally stunned. Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Anna uploaded a snap of her recent purchases alongside her chuffed fiancé and beamed: 'Thank you to whoever posted the bargains on artificial flowers in Dunelm. This is one of two orders, spent £180 in total.' Shocked with her 'steals', she continued: 'This boot is £95 worth. I think the biggest steals were the £15 stems/bunches down to 50p. 'I absolutely hate spending money, which is why I love this group! This has saved me hundreds, if not thousands. 'I always thought I'd go for real flowers but unfortunately they are just so expensive, especially decorating the whole venue as well as bouquets.' Following this, she added: 'If online says 'out of stock', I'd recommend going in. There were still so many left in the Taunton store that were reduced (probably 10x the amount I had). 'The amazing staff went out the back and got more for me to look through and were so happy to have me take them as it meant they didn't need to sort them for display!' I wasn't going to spend thousands on a wedding dress so got an Oh Polly one for £75 - no one would know it wasn't pricey Anna later confirmed that to keep within a budget for her wedding day, she and her husband-to-be are 'trying to DIY' as much as they can. And with the average cost of wedding flowers setting brides and grooms back £1,100 it's no surprise, as she confessed: 'I actually really dislike artificial flowers but the quotes we've had for real are so high.' I think the biggest steals were the £15 stems/bunches down to 50p Anna Frances While Anna acknowledged she understands you are 'paying for skill' with wedding flowers, she couldn't justify the huge cost. Not only was she able to keep the price down, but she then explained: 'I will sell [them] for less than I paid or give them away after our wedding. I like that you can do this with artificial flowers.' Keen to reassure shoppers that she didn't clear the shelves, the Dunelm fan stressed: 'There were hundreds more stems available. 'Everything we got, there were more of, and I didn't 'take the last one'.' Bargain hunters beam Anna's post has clearly impressed many, as it was shared just 13 hours ago, but has quickly racked up 663 likes and 120 comments. Bargain hunters were stunned by Anna's huge haul of purse-friendly flowers and many eagerly raced to the comments to praise her finds. One person said: 'Amazing. Please show us what you did with them on your wedding day. And congratulations.' Having seen the cost of weddings these days I say good on you and great bargain hunting Facebook user Another added: 'Love a bargain and a bit of DIY on a budget! ' A third commented: 'Fantastic, I'm chuffed for you.' Meanwhile, someone else simply beamed: 'Great bargains!!' At the same time, another chimed in and wrote: 'Having seen the cost of weddings these days I say good on you and great bargain hunting. Enjoy your married life together.' However, not everyone was as complimentary, as one frustrated user slammed: 'And this is why nobody else could get them.'
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers go mad for £20 furniture from B&M that doubles up as organisation for your plants
SHOPPERS are going wild for a £20 item at B&M which doubles as a set of shelves and a stand for your plants. The budget-friendly retailer says that the stocks are low, as customers race to their local stores. 3 B&M is known for its incredible savings and bargains, with its products regularly going viral online. One eagle-eyed shopper spotted the Spaceways 6 Tier Plastic Storage stack in their local store and immediately took to social media to share their find. The huge set of shelves can be ranged in a variety of ways, from three separate stands to one tall stack. It is perfect for storing pictures, plants or books and has dimensions of 38.5 x 33 x 151cm. The shelf comes in black and, according to B&M, it is 'easy' to assemble. The set costs just £20, but, according to B&M, stocks are low. The customer who spotted the item posted their find in Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook and shoppers from across the country have gone wild. One excited Facebook user posted: 'ooop need this for plant pots!!!!' Another said that they loved the original poster's way of setting their shelves up, saying: 'Ooooo I like how you've put it together. Fab idea. I want one now.' Others had creative ideas of their own, with one clever shopper saying: 'This could be good to use as shelving in a shed.' Shoppers are racing to B&M for Molly-Mae's latest collection & there are some incredible scents for less than a fiver The news comes after another wave of B&M's products went viral on social media. The Boucel Barstool in Beige is currently retailing for just £1, instead of the usual price of £20. According to one customer though, only the beige barstool is on sale - meaning fans are racing to shops before it sells out. B&M regularly slashes the price of its products, as it clears out its stock to make room for exciting new products. The Peyton Leather Effect Bench is now half price at £45, down from £90. The Chicago table is currently selling for just £40, after being reduced from £110 - a 63 per cent saving. The set also includes two benches, making it a great choice for fine dining. Asda has launched its luxury table and chair set, with the rattan garden-set. The sell-out product costs £149 and comes in a light, summery design which makes it perfect for enjoying the warmer weather. Meanwhile, Tesco's own rattan-set is retailing for just £16 as it clears its shelves. Originally costing £25, the supermarket has slashed £9 off the cost of the popular garden product. When comparing products, it is important to check the specifications so you buy the item that is best suited for your purposes. COMPARE PRICES FOR THE BEST DEAL JUST because something is on offer, or is part of a sale, it doesn't mean it's always a good deal. There are plenty of comparison websites out there that'll check prices for you - so don't be left paying more than you have to. Most of them work by comparing the prices across hundreds of retailers. Here are some that we recommend: Google Shopping is a tool that lets users search for and compare prices for products across the web. Simply type in keywords, or a product number, to bring up search results. Price Spy logs the history of how much something costs from over 3,000 different retailers, including Argos, Amazon, eBay and supermarkets. Once you select an individual product you can quickly compare which stores have the best price and which have it in stock. Idealo is another website that lets you compare prices between retailers. All shoppers need to do is search for the item they need and the website will rank them from the cheapest to the most expensive one. CamelCamelCamel only works on goods being sold on Amazon. To use it, type in the URL of the product you want to check the price of. 3
