Friday 13 December 2013

More Christmas Savings and Sweet Deals

Yes, you’re going to have to put up with Christmas ramblings for a couple more weeks we’re afraid. Actually, what are we apologising for? Christmas is fantastic, and if you what to make it even better, here are a few tips and tricks to help you on your way…


Now, we all know the pressing Christmas issue isn’t the turkey, or the presents, or whether you remembered to send a card to your Aunty in New Zealand. You all know what we’re talking about when we bring up the incredibly important issue of the Novelty Christmas Jumper. They are very much the IN thing right now, and if you haven’t got yours yet, here are the best places to buy your reindeer-themed knitwear. And talking of Christmas-themed clothing, there’s that other small matter of the annual Christmas party and what you’re going to wear so you can dress to impress. In addition to the crucial party dress purchase, we’ve brought you some ideas about shoes and accessories too. You’re very welcome.


Now, this is a money saving blog, after all, so we feel obliged to talk about some ideas for budget gift buying. Perhaps you and the family have decided to set a price limit for your presents this year, or you’re just after a few stocking fillers to top up the gift haul. Whatever you’re budget present needs, here’s a helpful blog to give you a few ideas, and if you want to add the personal touch, then you’ll happy to know you can get pretty much anything personalised these days.




And Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without some in depth discussion about the importance of food and drink - there’s no place for calorie counting here thanks you very much. Now, if you want the PERFECT Christmas dinner, you need to get the details right – that means the best joint of meat, the crispiest roast potatoes and delicious sprouts. Yes, you read that correct. We said DELICIOUS sprouts. It is possible. So if you want top tips, look no further than our guide to brilliant festive scoffing. And what might you need to polish off your indulgence? A Christmas cocktails perhaps? Our guide to seasonal tipples is top notch.

Have you had enough of Christmas yet? We sincerely hope not…







Monday 2 December 2013

Christmas is almost upon us

We’ve gone all Christmassy over at My Favourite Voucher Codes. It’s okay, we’re officially allowed to now it’s December. So expect all things Santa, baubles, turkey and wrapping paper for the next few weeks – and don’t say you haven’t been warned.

For starters, let’s talk unusual gifts. I think it’s safe to admit that some presents can get a bit samey, year in, year out. Yes, I’m looking at YOU, bubble bath and YOU novelty pair of socks. So what if you want to make an effort this year and give your gift buying a more unusual edge. Well fret not, because we’ve got a few ideas for your perusal. Firstly, if you want to buy a coffee table book for someone, but not exactly the same must-have title that everyone will be buying, then head on down to the Blurb Bookstore – they’ve got a whole heap of superb quality self-published photo books, recipe books, and picture books that many will be itching to get their hands on. If you want to venture beyond the world of books, then have a read of our guide to unusual gift buying and it might help you on the road to being original…




Grandparents sometimes get a bit of a raw deal when it comes to the annual Christmas present, so why not get them something extra special this year? Our helpful grandparent gift blog can help you choose the right gift experience, hobby-themed present or calendar with a difference.




And what’s that other thing you have remember to organise in December? Apart from the online shopping, the hiding of the presents, the wrapping of the presents etc etc. That’s right, it’s the Christmas dinner! Don’t be stuck with the last turkey in the shop and start you preparations right now with our guide to the perfect Christmas dinner. And did you know you can know get additional help in all things foodie with the aid of only your smartphone? The fantastic new mySuperlist app helps you organise shopping lists, check and compare prices and take advantage of exclusive deals. The perfect companion to your Christmas dinner preparations, we think you’ll agree.



Now, where did we put those leftover Christmas crackers from last year…?