Lego flower bouquet that 'brightens up a room' now £15 less in Prime Day deal
Amazon's monster Prime Day sale is well underway, with huge discounts on everything from tech to beauty, and home to fashion. For those looking to brighten up their home and have a little fun along the way, we've spotted a great deal.
Many people think of Lego as something for kids - but it's always had a big appeal with adults too. And for people who aren't into the Star Wars or Harry Potter sets they create, there is a more homely option.
Lego's Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet Set is a stunning kit that could work as a gift for a botanically-minded friend or for your own home, as it is "perfect to brighten up a room".
What's more, the colourful set, which features poppies, lavender, and daisies, is enjoying a 28 per cent discount in the sale, bringing price down from £54.99 to £39.85.
The 939-piece set is lightweight and "great fun" to build, either on your own or with your family. While the price may put some people off, this Lego Wildflower Bouquet will never wilt.
Simply put the 16-stem set, which has cornflower, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daisies, larkspur, and lupins, in a vase and enjoy it for as long as you like.
If this bouquet isn't quite up your street, Lego has a Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree for £54.99. Steering away from plantlife, car enthusiasts might prefer the Porsche 911 set, priced at £149.99.
But fans of the Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet Set should know they're not alone, as it boasts a brilliant 4.8 rating from more than 5,800 Amazon reviews.
It has also been snapped up more than 1,000 times in the last month, highlighting its popularity, with shoppers praising its vibrant colours and easiness to build.
One happy customer said: "Love these! Look great and brighten up any room. Quick and easy to build."
Another wrote: "Just finished this! My first attempt at Lego at the ripe old age of 65! It was great fun to do and took about 5-6 hours over 2-3 afternoons.
"The quality and colour is brilliant, and the instructions very detailed. I think this would make a lovely gift for a change from real flowers...l will be buying others!!!"
Some users complained that their set came with certain pieces missing, so they couldn't complete the bouquet. And someone else claimed it looked "tacky" when finished.
Tech deal of the week
It's that time of year where we are looking for ways to keep cool amidst the balmy, summer days.
One item shoppers are raving over is this DDKJ Neck Fan that can be used to keep cool when commuting, at work or in the home. Even better, it costs just £26.98 on Amazon.
With certain parts of the UK set to reach sweltering 35C, it's handy that this neck fan comes with a rose gold cooling plate around the neck curve that is said to "feel like an ice cube", dropping temperatures to just 15C in as little as one second.
Boasting an ergonomic, wearable design, it features two bladeless fans that are safe to wear, with five different speed settings that provide a cooling effect on the head, neck and sides.
It's also quite smart thanks to a LED digital display that makes the operation easy and convenient, while the built-in 5500mAh large capacity rechargeable battery features a fast charging chip that ensures a full charge within just 2.5-3hrs.
Numerous shoppers who have bagged the neck fan say it is a "godsend" and a "lifesaver" for the heatwave, with one writing: "This is easy to wear when sitting or walking generally. Works fast and never needed it on anything but the lowest setting! At my time of life it is a lifesaver, especially through the heatwave we experienced."
Keep cool amidst the rising temperatures with the DDKJ Neck Fan with Cooling Plate on Amazon for £26.98
But others loved their set, with one person saying: "After receiving the pretty pink bouquet for my birthday I now have Lego flower bug! A really enjoyable build. I love the instructions with the little details about which sets the parts originated from.
"I feel these Lego flower sets just get better with each set. My daughter helped me build them too, so they were enjoyed from 9 to 36 years old at least. Looks lovely displayed in our lounge."
And another five-star reviewer, who described the bouquet as a "perfect gift", said: "The flowers are perfect to brighten up a room and wonderful for anyone who likes Lego and flowers.
"The pros: Instructions are fairly easy to understand and there is an online version if you need larger instructions; An extra piece left over for most flowers in case you accidentally lose a piece; The pieces are each in little bags that are clearly marked"
However, they did also say that anyone who has "arthritis, or anything which might impact ability in your hands" may need a helping hand.
They said: "These can be difficult to assemble due to the smaller pieces [if you suffer from arthritis or something similar]. I'd recommend doing it as an activity with someone who could help."
To get the Lego Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet Set for under £40, click HERE.
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