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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers are running to B&M to buy 1960s retro lamp that's 50p instead of £20
SHOPPERS are running to B&M to buy a retro 1960s lamp scanning for 50p instead of £20. Eagle-eyed customers could not believe their luck when they found a black lava lamp scanning for just a few pence in the bargain store. 1 The funky lamp comes with a special coloured wax mixture inside that moves around, creating a mesmerising effect. B&M's take on the retro light also comes with a bluetooth speaker, which lets shoppers play music through their smart device. The deal was shared on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains Facebook group, with many savvy shoppers praising the find. One customer said they "wanted two," while another said their local store never has deals this good. The lamp appeared to be scanning for £20 on shelves, but found the £19.50 reduction by using the B&M Scanner App. The tool allows customers to discover discounted items before the staff have even reduced them. Often, products will be marked down in the system, but the staff haven't had the chance to change display prices. It is free to download on the app store on to your mobile device. One shopper recently bagged you can bagged £20 furniture at B&M for just £1 by using the device. Another customers saved over £225 thanks to the B&M scanner app. B&M shopper rushes to buy energy-saving gadget scanning for £1 instead of £35 If you are keen to shop the lava lamp, you will need to head to one of B&M's 770 stores across the UK because the retailer does not offer home delivery. With that in mind it may be worth ringing up your local branch ahead of time to avoid disappointment. You can find your nearest B&M by visiting And that is not the bargain spotted at stores in recent weeks. Parents have been rushing to B&M to take advantage of its £1 toy sale. Savvy shoppers have managed to pick up everything from Sports Racer cars, Monster High bags, a toddler DJ set and a DIY jewellery kit in stores. 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
09-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Cheap £3 buy that makes your garden SMELL like a Mediterranean island perfect for warm summer evenings
SHOPPERS are transporting themselves to sun-soaked holiday destinations with a cheap-as-chips garden accessory. Dunelm is flogging tealights with a powerful scent, ideal for summer evenings outside. 2 For just £3, the retailer is selling the Citronella Tealights in packs of 24. One lit, the candles release citronella and eucalyptus, which helps to create a calm atmosphere and keep away those pesky nighttime bugs. The candles are also extra hardy for when the temperatures soar, meaning they won't melt too easily on those balmy summer evenings. Each tealight has a burn time of 3 hours and the outer shell is aluminium. Shoppers shared their thoughts on the product, with one writing: "Does the trick, bugs stay away whilst they are lit." "Glad to find these. Plenty of them to use up on summer nights," said a second. A third echoed: "Great value tea lights. Lovely aroma. Useful for dining in the garden." Dunelm is offering free click and collect on the item as well as home delivery for a fee. Aldi is also helping Brits to transform their gardens this summer with amazing bargains. The Solar Honeycomb Lantern is one of those deals that costs just £4.99. Dunelm shoppers are scrambling to their local store and their 'massive sale' kicks off with posh glasses for 89p and £8 gadgets to keep the Spring chill out It has returned to stores as part of this week's garden Specialbuys, and bargain hunters are already going wild for it. With its butterfly silhouette and iridescent finish, this clever little lantern gives off a gorgeous honeycomb lighting effect as soon as the sun sets. The device, which runs on solar, switches on automatically when it gets dark. Available in three eye-catching colours, grey, pink, and rainbow, the lanterns are designed to jazz up any outdoor space and add a little extra sparkle to your summer evenings. The lanterns, which first hit shelves last summer, quickly became a cult favourite. So it's no surprise they're causing a frenzy now they're back. Social media has been flooded with shoppers sharing their excitement. One Facebook user said: "Would love to see them again — I got them last June and they were gorgeous.' Transform your garden into a summer pardise BRITS are sprucing up their gardens just in time for summer and top gadgets are the secret to turning your outdoor space from drab to fab on a budget. A garden mirror is a game-changer, adding instant depth and style. B&M is selling a stunning arched version that looks almost identical to one at The Range – but at a fraction of the price. Why shell out more when you don't have to? For those who love a lush lawn, gadgets are your best friend. Aldi is offering a handy electric scarfier for £69.99, that's £120 cheaper than Bosch. B&Q's also got a budget £8.50 lawn aerator that'll keep your grass healthy so it will look in tip-top shape all season. It works by punching tiny holes into the soil, letting air, water and nutrients get right down to the roots basically giving your lawn a big breath of fresh air. Plant pots are another quick and easy way to elevate your space and there's no need to spend a fortune. IKEA and The Range are offering £5 affordable plant pot picks, while Get Potted is selling Lechuza self watering plant pots from £13. The pots not only look good but are also equipped with a planter liner and watering system to ensure better plant growth no matter how small the decor surface. But if you really want to put your feet up, budget retailers are going high-tech with robot lawnmowers. One bargain version is £250 cheaper than a similar model at B&Q, and Currys has a wallet-friendly one too. Let the robot do the mowing while you soak up the sun. And finally, if you're looking to level up your outdoor cooking, VonHaus is serving up a red-hot deal. They've launched a dupe of the cult-favourite Ninja Artisan Pizza Oven but it's £180 cheaper. That's luxury alfresco pizza nights without the luxury price tag. So whether it's pizza ovens or lawn saviours, investing in a few smart garden gadgets could be the key to keeping your garden looking gorgeous all summer without spending a fortune.
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Lidl is launching incredibly lifelike £17 buy that instantly transforms your home into a Mediterranean haven
SHOPPERS are running to Lidl to snap up a lifelike £17 plant that will give homes a major Mediterranean boost. So if you're looking to give your indoor space a cheap spruce up in time for summer, you've come to the right place. 3 3 The supermarket is scanning an eye-catching olive tree for just £16.99. The potted item stands up at between 95 and 105cm. Bargain hunters are also sure to be hooked in by the supermarket's stunning Mediterranean Citrus Plants. There are two options of the Citrus Plants to choose from, one of which will add colour and style to your space in an instant. They will be priced at just £9.99, which we think is a real steal. Not only do they look great, but they are sure to bring a sense of the Mediterranean into your garden too, leaving your eagle-eyed neighbours open-mouthed. So if you can't afford to jet abroad this summer, and want to transform your garden whilst staying on a budget, then this is just the thing for you. In addition to the Mediterranean Citrus Plants, those green-fingered shoppers will also be overjoyed to see a large selection of bright bulbs. DO OLIVE TREES GROW WELL IN THE UK? Yes, olive trees can grow well in the UK, but they need some care. Sunlight and shelter Olive trees do best in a sunny, sheltered location. They can tolerate intense sunlight and drought. However, they can struggle in extreme cold and high winds. Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Watering Water potted olive trees regularly from mid-March to late October. Water until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. In hot, dry weather, you may need to water more. Reduce watering for younger trees, and stop watering established trees in the winter. Drainage Ensure your tree has adequate drainage. Pruning Prune the tree back each year to encourage good leaf growth. Winter care Wrap your tree over winter to keep the harsh wind out. Give your tree some extra protection if there are intense cold snaps forecast. Fruiting Olive trees need at least three months a year of cold weather to flower and fruit. Temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, along with a fluctuation in night and daytime temperatures initiate the fruiting process. BEST GARDEN BUYS Olive trees aren't the only way you can spruce up your garden - there are a range of "Plant picks" available from Lidl from tomorrow. You can get hold of a Fig Tree for £14.99 or £11.99 if you're shopping in-store. To add a little pizazz to your dinner table, a Large Mixed Bouquet of flowers is on offer for just £5.99. If Lidl isn't your local and the little ones need entertaining, parents can pick up a Bayswood Insect Hous e for £8 from Tesco. The adorable bug house has different-sized holes to appeal to different insects and act as the perfect place for garden critters. The little lamps light up when the sun sets and come in a pack of three. For those who want to "bring a touch of whimsy to their garden," Sainsbury's is selling a Metal Mushroom stake Light for a fiver. Top gardening trends of 2025 Gardening experts at Barnsdale Gardens has shared the top gardening trends of 2025. Matrix planting It seems that a top planting trend for this year is going to be Matrix Planting. In essence, planting in groups or blocks to give an effect of being wild whilst actually being carefully managed. Selection of the plants is essential, to give year-round interest either with flowers, seed heads or frosted/snowy spent flower heads. Some recommend using plants that seed around, but this could make managing your matrix planting harder to keep under control. Chrysanthemum comeback I hope that the humble Chrysanthemum makes as much of a comeback this year as Dahlias have over recent years, because the simple single flowered types, such as 'Innocence' and 'Cottage Apricot' would be spectacular within a matrix scheme. The hardy varieties are so easy to grow in a sunny spot and give such a valuable burst of late summer and autumn colour that would lift any dull- looking border. Blended borders For some time now we have been promoting the growing of veg within ornamental borders and I think this could really take off this year. The choice of ornamental-looking varieties available in seed catalogues is phenomenal and, if managed correctly, visitors to your garden will not even realise that you have veg growing! Must-have tool My secret is out. I discovered the Hori Hori a couple of years ago and now it seems so is everyone else. It is such a well-made, adaptable tool that can be used as a trowel or weeding tool in the garden that and everyone I speak to who have used it absolutely would not now be without it. Enough said!
