CHRISTMAS is creeping up fast!
So I asked you Savers how you save the pennies in time for the big day. Wendy Turner, 67, from Eastbourne, East Sussex, below, replied with her top tips . . .
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Arts ’n’ crafts. Wendy says: “Get the children to make handmade decorations and cards. It will give them something fun to do and get rid of their lockdown boredom.”
My tip: If you have the card and decorations in the house already, that’s great. If not, you can buy a pack of 20 mini festive friends Christmas cards from studio.co.uk for 99p.
Cupboard clear-out. Wendy says: “Sort out your cupboards and sell outgrown kids’ clothes and toys on Facebook or eBay.”
My tip: Second-hand shopping is becoming more popular. Take lots of photos and give as much detail as possible in the description to increase your chances of selling.
Festive fun. Wendy says: “Make small gifts and crafts rather than spending lots of money. Knitted Christmas hats on Terry’s Chocolate Oranges are festive and fun.”
My tip: A Terry’s Chocolate Orange is £1.95 at Sainsbury’s but just £1 at Tesco — and they are often discounted to 75p.
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Bargain bakes. Wendy says: “Bake your own small Christmas cakes and treats. They can be given as gifts and are especially nice for elderly neighbours who are alone over Christmas.”
My tip: A tin of shortbread is £4 at Tesco, but you could make plenty more for much less. All you need is butter, caster sugar and plain flour. Search online for an easy recipe.
Check your list. Wendy says: “Prepare menus for Christmas and make shopping lists. This prevents impulse buys.”
My tip: If you can, do your shop online. You’ll only search for what you need and won’t be distracted by other products in-store.
- PRICES correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
Deal of day
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A BOTTLE of Calvin Klein Euphoria (100ml) is now just £35, down from £70, in store and online with Superdrug.
SAVE: £35
Cheap treat
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CHECK out this pudding of dreams from Tesco.
The Triple Chocolate Cookie Pie is delicious, especially with ice cream, and it’s just £2.
Top swap
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RATHER than paying £39.99 for the Revlon Pro Collection One-Step from argos.co.uk, buy the Babyliss Keratin Shine styler for £24.99, at the same site. It has great reviews.
SAVE: £15
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HALFORDS is supporting the Government’s release of 50,000 free £50 Fix Your Bike Vouchers in England.
The scheme is aimed at those who can’t afford to get their bike repaired.
Halfords will also offer a free bike check. The voucher will go towards the cost of repairs.
Visit gov.uk/guidance/fix-your-bike-voucher-scheme-apply-for-a-voucher.
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