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Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Five heart-warming but budget-friendly gifts to say thank you to teachers
Plus, save on some summer shade with the Living and Home tilted parasol with rattan effect base SUN SAVERS Five heart-warming but budget-friendly gifts to say thank you to teachers Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH school about to be out for summer, it's time to say thank you to teachers everywhere. But this year, skip pricey presents and make your own budget versions instead. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Five savvy ways to thank your teachers this summer Credit: Getty These gifts are sure to get you top marks . . . SWEET SAVING: Whip up an easy chocolate fudge using condensed milk, 88p, and dark chocolate, £1.77, both Asda. Break up the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and add your condensed milk and pop it in the microwave. Heat it in 15 second bursts until the chocolate is melted and give it a stir. Pour into a deep-set tray lined with baking paper and leave to cool before putting in the fridge. Once set, cut into chunks and package in a rustic baking paper parcel, ready to give to the teacher. POT OF JOY: Make your own herb garden by upcycling an old plant pot with a lick of paint (or you can pick up a couple of Sojabona pots at Ikea, £1 each). Take cuttings from existing herbs you have at home, such as basil or mint, and replant them in separate pots. Add ribbon, 99p, Wilko, to complete your gift. LIGHT WORK: Luxury candles come with a hefty price tag, so make your own. I'm a teacher & there are four end of term gifts I can't STAND receiving The Range is selling a Deluxe Candle kit for £4.99 with everything you need to make two pretty pillar candles. Make one for the teacher and keep one for yourself. TOP OF THE GLASS: Head to your local charity shop to find a glass vase you can revamp and pick up a pack of glass markers for £3 at Hobbycraft. Give the vase a wash with soapy water. Once it's dry, use the markers to write a personal thank you message for your teacher. HOMEWORK HAMPER: Make a 'summer holiday survival kit' or 'homework hamper' with a DIY hamper kit at The set comes with a basket, cellophane, stuffing and ribbon and costs £5.99. You could fill this with a range of budget treats such as chocolate, notepads, toiletries or pens, and add a bottle of the pretty Lidl Primitivo Rosato IGT Puglia wine, currently reduced to £4.50 when you scan your Lidl Plus app. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. Deal of the day 7 Save £213 on the Living and Home tilted parasol with rattan effect base at Homebase Credit: Supplied ADD some summer shade with the Living and Home tilted parasol with rattan effect base. It was £272, now £59 at Homebase. SAVE: £213 Cheap treat 7 Save £3 on the Peppa Pig Rainy Day Dress-Up Fig Home Bargains Credit: Supplied HEAD to a Home Bargains shop near you to pick up the Peppa Pig Rainy Day Dress-Up Figure, usually £9.99, now £6.99. SAVE: £3 What's new? STOCK up for the summer hols now! Get two kids activity sets for £12 at Top swap 7 Style your hair with the BaByliss rose-quartz 38mm curling tong for £34.99 at Credit: Supplied 7 Or get the TRESemmé large curling tong for £27.99 at Credit: Supplied STYLE your hair with the BaByliss rose-quartz 38mm curling tong, £34.99, or get the TRESemmé large curling tong, £27.99, both SAVE: £7 Little helper ACT quickly, the clearance sale has started with up to 50 per cent off adults and kids shoes. The Craft Swift white leather trainers were £90, now £36. Shop & save 7 Save £10.01 on this metal 30L pedal binat Credit: Supplied THIS stylish metal 30L pedal bin will look great in any kitchen. Previously £30, now £19.99 at SAVE: £10.01 Hot right now GIVE the garden a little lift with 25 per cent off plant pots and ornaments at B&Q right now. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Millie Mackintosh shares genius £15 Amazon rotating beauty organiser
Former Made in Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh has shared some of her favourite home Amazon products and gadgets - including this handy makeup organiser for just £15 There's nothing worse than rummaging through makeup drawers and bags looking for one specific product while you're in a rush. However Millie Mackintosh has shared her secret to staying organised thanks to one handy Amazon find. Many of us may be guilty of having a designated makeup drawer or box that has probably seen better days - with products that are thrown in and never getting taken back out again. But now you can have a more of an organised chaos when it comes to all of your favourite beauty, makeup and skincare products for just £15. The former Made in Chelsea star swears by the Auxmir Makeup Organiser, which is perfect for storing and displaying everything in once place. Posted on her LTK page, the cosmetic organiser comes with nine adjustable laters, with a 360 degree rotation that comes with its own stand. It would look great on any vanity table, in the bedroom or even in the bathroom, keeping your beauty accessories and dressing table well-organised and tidy. Shoppers who have also bought the organiser have shared how it's transformed their makeup organisation. One person wrote: "This is a great product! Easy to put together, looks nice and good quality. I literally cannot believe the difference it has made to my dressing table. This is perfect as the different size compartments are handy and works for my different size products. The rotating feature is also great." While a second said: "Great product, easy to assemble and sturdy - it only comes with 4 shelf inserts I wish it came with a couple more to further maximise storage for smaller items. Otherwise it's great." A third penned: "I was amazed how simple this was to assemble. It clips together really easily and the little silicone elastics help to secure it in place and tighten the shelving. The top section has an opening on it to allow tubes of make up/toiletries to be stored in thus section. I have personally used it to store my face creams and it has been ideal for that. I was really impressed with just how much you can fit onto this shelving unit. It spins so smoothly and stands on 4 little dumpy feet for secure grip on the surface." Debenhams also have a similar version, with a staggering 80% off currently. Originally £69, the Living and Home cosmetic organiser skincare display box is just £13.79. With two layers of storage boxes and a transparent, it can transform any beauty table or dressing room. It's just one of the many items Millie has been sharing from her favoruite Amazon finds. She also posted the Lumie Bodyclock, a revolutionary alarm clock with a gradual sunrise to wake you naturally, leaving you feeling refreshed and wide awake. It cleverly mimics sunrise and sunset colours using mixed LEDs.
North Wales Live
19-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- North Wales Live
Debenhams shoppers snap up 'fab-sized' grill BBQ that's cut by 46% for camping trips
Summer is all about spending time outdoors, and hopefully fitting in a few al fresco meals and barbecues. But being on the go a lot, especially for shoppers who have camping, caravanning trips or British holiday stays on the cards, means it's wise to pack a portable BBQ, rather than hope there's one at the campsite. Debenhams are selling a Living and Home Portable Charcoal Grill Charcoal BBQ, designed for use on patios. It's £34.40, down from £63.33 - that's a saving of 46%. Available in black, it can also be placed on a table, making it easier on the back when flipping burgers or turning sausages. With two grilling areas, meat can sizzle on the lower rack while corn on the cobs and veg skewers cook more slowly above. For a portable barbecue that can be wheeled round the garden, try the CosmoGrill Outdoor Jr. Smoker Barbecue Charcoal Portable BBQ Grill Garden from B&Q. It's pricier, costing £99.99 and is only available online, but features a smoker for adding more flavour to meat and fish. For another camping-friendly BBQ, there's the Weber Smokey Joe Premium Portable Charcoal BBQ - Grey from Argos. Also £99.99, the bit of kit is rust free, so there's no worries about leaving it outside. The bowl of the barbecue is made out of porcelain enamel, designed to help ensure an even cook - so raw chicken and overcooked steak should hopefully be more avoidable. One shopper said of the Living and Home on Tripadvisor: 'Very efficient service, arrived extremely well packed, and good value.' A second said: 'It arrived very quickly, great service, kept in touch from start of order to delivery.' A third added: 'I was a bit wary at first because I hadn't heard of the company, so I did my research and went ahead and purchased. I was not disappointed, very good delivery but more importantly, an excellent product.' However one shopper said: 'Fab-sized bbq, bought for camping trips. The only issue we had was during the assembly, one of the holes was missing for the grill to go in, we had to drill a hole in the correct place before we could use it. "Not a major issue, but glad we assembled before leaving for the camping trip.' Another said: 'Very good product but not easy to assemble. Used it for the first time yesterday and was very pleased with its performance, cleaning it requires everything to be washed in warm/hot water.' For those looking to do away with environmentally damaging, disposable barbecues, the Living and Home Portable Charcoal Grill Charcoal BBQ is a great alternative.
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Wales Online
Debenhams shoppers snap up 'fab-sized' grill BBQ that's cut by 46% for camping trips
Debenhams shoppers snap up 'fab-sized' grill BBQ that's cut by 46% for camping trips A BBQ is a summer essential, and now shoppers can upgrade for less The BBQ grill is being snapped up by shoppers for its 'fab-size' (Image: Debenhams ) Summer is all about spending time outdoors, and hopefully fitting in a few al fresco meals and barbecues. But being on the go a lot, especially for shoppers who have camping, caravanning trips or British holiday stays on the cards, means it's wise to pack a portable BBQ, rather than hope there's one at the campsite. Debenhams are selling a Living and Home Portable Charcoal Grill Charcoal BBQ, designed for use on patios. It's £34.40, down from £63.33 - that's a saving of 46%. Available in black, it can also be placed on a table, making it easier on the back when flipping burgers or turning sausages. With two grilling areas, meat can sizzle on the lower rack while corn on the cobs and veg skewers cook more slowly above. For a portable barbecue that can be wheeled round the garden, try the CosmoGrill Outdoor Jr. Smoker Barbecue Charcoal Portable BBQ Grill Garden from B&Q. It's pricier, costing £99.99 and is only available online, but features a smoker for adding more flavour to meat and fish. For another camping-friendly BBQ, there's the Weber Smokey Joe Premium Portable Charcoal BBQ - Grey from Argos. Also £99.99, the bit of kit is rust free, so there's no worries about leaving it outside. The bowl of the barbecue is made out of porcelain enamel, designed to help ensure an even cook - so raw chicken and overcooked steak should hopefully be more avoidable. One shopper said of the Living and Home on Tripadvisor: 'Very efficient service, arrived extremely well packed, and good value.' A second said: 'It arrived very quickly, great service, kept in touch from start of order to delivery.' The portable BBQ has been branded 'small but mighty' by shoppers (Image: Debenhams ) A third added: 'I was a bit wary at first because I hadn't heard of the company, so I did my research and went ahead and purchased. I was not disappointed, very good delivery but more importantly, an excellent product.' However one shopper said: 'Fab-sized bbq, bought for camping trips. The only issue we had was during the assembly, one of the holes was missing for the grill to go in, we had to drill a hole in the correct place before we could use it. Article continues below "Not a major issue, but glad we assembled before leaving for the camping trip.' Another said: 'Very good product but not easy to assemble. Used it for the first time yesterday and was very pleased with its performance, cleaning it requires everything to be washed in warm/hot water.' For those looking to do away with environmentally damaging, disposable barbecues, the Living and Home Portable Charcoal Grill Charcoal BBQ is a great alternative.
Daily Record
13-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
Shoppers praise 'classy' illuminated parasol that's 'perfect for summer'
Stay safe in the sun with this fancy garden parasol With summer pending and sunnier days on the horizon, sitting outdoors and catching some rays is top of the agenda for many. Whether it's dinner parties, barbecues, or lounging with a book, spending a day in the sun is just lovely. However, it's also important to stay protected from the sun's damage, finding shade and using sun cream to shield from harmful rays. Parasols have become an important piece of furniture for this reason, but finding the right one that will cover all areas needed and is also stylish can be tricky. Now, shoppers can have the best of both worlds with the Songmics Cantilever Garden Parasol with Solar-Powered LED Lights for £67.99 down from £89.99 on Amazon. Shoppers no longer need to worry about sensitive skin or overheating as the 180g/m2 polyester parasol offers up to UPF 50+ protection while blocking 98% of UV rays. Not only can it cover one person, but with a 3 metre diameter, it can shelter a whole family or friend group while still enjoying the warm weather. Although it may be sunny for now, the UK weather is temperamental and customers can relax knowing that this parasol is water-repellent to resist light rain and doesn't fade easily. According to the manufacturer, it is also stable and sturdy in light winds with two rectangular ribs, two reinforced metal-wrapped joints on the pole, a string on the canopy to attach to the pole and a ventilation hole at the top which reduces wind pressure and allows air to circulate. Not only does the parasol protect shoppers during the day but as the evenings come in and it gets darker, people can still sit outside and enjoy the romantic atmosphere as the parasol features 32 LED lights, powered by sunlight and can last up to six hours. The cream lightweight parasol comes with a crank handle for easy opening and closing, and a cross base for stability. If shoppers aren't completely liking this parasol, there are plenty of options out there. For example, the Outsunny Elegant 2.7m Adjustable Garden Parasol Umbrella for £57 on Wowcher gives an adjustable angle option, a sturdy metal frame and is easy to set up and store away. Another choice could be the Living and Home 3M Large Rotating Patio Parasol with Cross Base for £59.50 from Debenhams, which comes with a solid metal pole and is said to be UV-resistant also. However, the Songmics parasol has a 4.3 out of 5-star rating from a total of 256 reviews on Amazon. One shopper wrote: 'Really pleased with this umbrella. Looks so classy and gives a decent amount of light.' Another added: 'Brilliant parasol. Perfect for summer. Easy to set up and very large, really impressive.' Not everyone shared the same sentiment however and shared some reservations. One shopper wrote: 'Quite heavy to get into the correct position, but overall good buy and would recommend.' 'Really lovely parasol and easy to put together. Feels well quite sturdy and easy to put away if there is bad weather,' wrote another.
