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Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Shoppers rush to nab Temu's glam £4 buy that lights up your garden & say it's the ‘best they've ever seen'
Read on for the garden jobs to get done before the end of the month GLOW UP Shoppers rush to nab Temu's glam £4 buy that lights up your garden & say it's the 'best they've ever seen' WITH the sun out and summer here, we're all taking advantage of our gardens. And shoppers reckon they've found the perfect buy from Temu to jazz it up. Advertisement 2 Shoppers are rushing to nab these garden lights Credit: Facebook 2 Some say they are the best they have ever seen Credit: Reuters Amy Eager took to social media to show the new garden buy she had found from the budget website. Temu is known as the place to buy practically anything - from garden furniture, toys, phone cases and decorations. But Amy says they also have the best solar lights. She spotted the lamps on the site and instantly bought them to put in the garden. Advertisement The buy not only adds some extra light to gardens in the evening but also create a beautiful display. Once activated and the sun has gone down, the outside lamps create a stunning display of a green and purple flower. And the best part is that they're super cheap at just £4.29 each. Amy wrote: "I think these are the best solar lights I've ever seen. Advertisement "£4.29 from Temu." Chuffed with her find, she shared it on the Facebook group, Gardening On A Budget, which boasts 450k members. Shoppers race to nab 'beautiful' water feature to turn gardens into a tranquil haven, as price is slashed from £44 to £5 People who saw the post were in awe of the buy and were eager to get it for themselves. One person wrote: "They are lovely." Advertisement Another commented: 'Looks fab." "Wow they are beautiful," penned a third. Top 5 Spring Gardening Jobs *If you click a link in this boxout, we may earn affiliate revenue Nick Grey, Gtech Inventor and CEO shared the tasks to crack on with as Spring arrives. 1. Clean your garden Make sure to clear away all leaves, soil and plant debris from your patios and flower beds; this creates a healthier environment for new growth, especially as we get into the summer months. Gtech's Garden Safety Kit includes durable gardening gloves and safety glasses; perfect for comfortability whilst tackling those outdoor tasks. 2. Weeding Early Spring is the best time to tackle weeds; if you can introduce some regular weeding into your routine, you can guarantee a tidy garden all year round. 3. Hedge maintenance Spring is the ideal time to tidy up overgrown hedges and shrubs, as regular trimming ensures healthy growth and reduces pest issues. Using a tool like the Gtech Lightweight Hedge Trimmer can help to keep your greenery looking sharp and neat. 4. Composting Starting a compost heap this spring is a pro-active, cost-effective way to harness nutritious soil for your plants and recycle organic waste that will benefit the overall health of your greenery and foliage. 5. Look after your lawn Lawn care is hugely important in assuring your garden stays looking beautiful. Make sure to rake away any excess leaves and trim your grass routinely. Meanwhile a fourth said: "I want." "Wow they're lush,' claimed a fifth. Advertisement Someone else added: 'Love these." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line.
Edinburgh Live
11-05-2025
- Edinburgh Live
'I save hundreds on flights every holiday by following easy frugal rule'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A thrifty man has revealed a simple trick that could help you jet off to your dream holiday destination without breaking the bank. We all know the feeling of needing a break, whether it's from work stress, personal issues, or just a packed social calendar. And with summer on the horizon, many of us are starting to plan our holidays. But with living costs skyrocketing, a lavish getaway might seem like an impossible dream for most. However, one money-savvy man has shared his secret to visiting your dream destination without emptying your savings. Bradley, who goes by 'Bradley On A Budget' on TikTok and boasts a following of one million, recently saved £500 on a flight and has shared his method. The frugal 32-year-old decided to completely change his lifestyle after finding himself in debt to the tune of £104,150. Bradley manages to save thousands by eating the same meal every day - using supermarket own-brand products - and only owns one plate. He makes sure all his appliances are unplugged when he leaves the house and refuses to turn on the heating, no matter how cold it gets. He also ensures he is frugal when it comes to trips and treats. Bradley, the savvy traveller known as "Bradley On A Budget", was flabbergasted at the prospect of paying $1,070 [£801.38] for a direct flight from Connecticut to Wyoming that typically takes seven hours. He shared his thriftiness by saying: "Being Bradley On A Budget, I said that's stupid. I travelled a few hours to New York City and woke up the next day to catch my flight." Opting for a smarter route, he grabbed a bargain train fare to New York for just $36.50 [£27.35] and then secured a slashed flight rate of $398.96 [£299] by flying from New York to Denver, Colorado. Issuing his travel wisdom, Bradley advised: "Typically flights are so much cheaper if you fly out of major airports." He also revealed how he dodges luggage fees by taking along a trusty large backpack that's been with him since his school days in 2008: "It's roomy so it fits a lot, but it's also squishy so it fits as a personal item," he added. Moreover, instead of shelling out extra cash for assigned seating, Bradley lets the airline pick his perch, saving even more money. Further demonstrating his cost-effective ways, once in Denver, Bradley rented a car for a mere $99.80 [£74.77], firmly declaring: "I am sorry but I am not paying over $1,000 to fly when I know I can do it cheaper this way." He capped off his savvy journey by enjoying what turned into "such a blast" and a mini-adventure, soaking in scenic views on a de facto road trip. "It was like a mini road trip within the trip," he enthused. The journey, which included additional costs of tolls and petrol totalling £27.25, cost him a total of £428.22, meaning he managed to save £373.34 by opting for the more economical route. Social media users were quick to comment on @baddie. brad's advice video. One person enthused: " Yes! I love flying into a major airport and then renting a car to drive to more remote parts!". Another shared their own experience, saying: "I used to go to Wyoming for work and for real it is hundreds cheaper to fly into Denver and drive up," while another lamented: "That's crazy i was just in Wyoming and paid 1000 for my flight,". One user was impressed by the money-saving tip, admitting: "My brain would never be this creative to save money,". However, some pointed out that the trick only works if you have the time. One person noted: "He has so much time to use instead of spending the money. Some people don't have the time to save the money. Travelling for a cheaper flight, right there is where most people can't/won't be able to." Another added: "While I get this concept my time also has a value and for me personally I would have to take it into consideration. I did a road trip to Florida over the holidays because airfare was too expensive." One other questioned: "So like does your time not matter? Because sometimes spending a little more for your time is worth it". Would you try this? Let us know in the comments below.
Scottish Sun
10-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
I was sick of painting my fence to get rid of green algae – £10 bathroom buy transformed it in seconds & took no effort
Read on for more gardening tips and tricks SO FENCY I was sick of painting my fence to get rid of green algae – £10 bathroom buy transformed it in seconds & took no effort Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WE all love a clean and tidy garden, but the work that comes with that isn't as welcome. So, one savvy gardener who was fed up with painting her fence every single year found an easy way to cover it up without spending hours painting it again. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Lesley was sick of green algae ruining her fence Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial 2 So she decided to cover it up with a £10 buy Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial Lesley Timby, from the UK, took the time to share her clever gardening hack on social media. She first showed the fence she was dealing with, which had been painted black. Unfortunately for Lesley, green algae kept growing all over the structure even after cleaning and painting it. So, instead of repeating the same job this year, she decided to switch things up and cover the fence with shower curtains. Lesley wrote: "Job for today. "After spending lots of cash on black duck back fence paint only for it to keep turning green after winter, I decided to give shower curtains a go. "Looks amazing." The shower curtain hack became popular last year and is still going strong. Take one look at the #showercurtaingarden trend on TikTok and you'll find over 93 million videos with people sharing their take on it. And it's easy to see why the trend is so popular, if your fence is damaged it can cost an average of £30-40 to replace it, whereas a shower curtain costs just £10. DIY Privacy Fences: Affordable Garden Solutions Lesley used two shower curtains to cover her fence, and both displayed a picture of two blue chairs and a table with large matching vases on either side with giant shrubs inside. It was finished off with a matching blue window printed on it and two lanterns. Lesley was pleased with the transformation, which meant she no longer had to worry about the algae lurking underneath. People were quick to take to the comments on the post shared in the group, Gardening On A Budget Official. How to get algae off fences ABS Fencing shared a list of do's and don'ts when it comes to cleaning green algae off your fence. Don't use household mould or mildew remover sprays as these are generally intended for use on hard surfaces indoor. Don't use bleach in the garden, it kills a lot more than the mould. Don't try sanding back the top surface of the wood, as algae will just regrow back. Don't bother with power hosing – that only opens up the timber grain and allows more water inside, making the problem worse down the line. Do use white vinegar mixed with hot water in a spray bottle and work it in with a brush, leave for 30 mins or more, then hose down. Do repaint when dry with good quality fence paint. They loved the look of Lesley's new garden feature and others were inspired to do the same. One person wrote: "Love it." Another commented: "Just done mine as well." "Looks fab that. We did it with bamboo shower curtains but I love yours more ," penned a third. Someone else added: 'Just done mine as well." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line.
