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Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
‘Best savings of my life' says shopper who bagged stylish lamps for £9 instead of £98
Read on to find out how to bag the best homeware bargains BARGAIN FIND 'Best savings of my life' says shopper who bagged stylish lamps for £9 instead of £98 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SHOPPER has shared how she bagged stylish lamps for £9 down from £98, saying it was "the best saving of my life". Bargain hunter Debbie Smith shared the amazing Dunelm finds in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, leaving users blown away by the "amazing" deal. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The amazing deal was found by a savvy bargain hunter in Dunelm Credit: Alamy 2 Bargain hunter Debbie Smith shared the amazing Dunelm finds in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group She bagged the Ardelia Table Lamp for just £4.50, down from £45, and the Elements Jaula Easy Fit Pendant Shade for £4.90, down from £49, from the popular homeware store. Posting photos of the items to the Facebook group, she wrote: "Quite literally the best saving of my life at Dunelm today. £98 reduced to £9 for both... BUZZING." Responding to the post, one Dunelm fan said: "Amazing saving well done!", while another praised the retailer for having "loads of bargains". The Ardelia Glass Table Lamp is currently available on the Dunelm website for £45, in both champagne and emerald green. The retailer describes it as "your home's next must-have", with a "gorgeous textured shade and attractive base". Meanwhile, the Elements Jaula Easy Fit Pendant Shade is also available on the Dunelm website, on sale for £28, down from £35. Other shoppers replied to the Facebook post with their own bargain finds. One shared an artificial plant they had picked up for £7.50 instead of £30. Another customer found a £119 dressing table reduced to just £11.90, saying they were " so pleased" with the bargain. A third posted: "I got some bedside units for £5 each instead of £119 each in my local one. "Although they tried not to sell them to me at that price." 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 There are multiple offers to be found at Dunelm right now, and the homeware store is currently holding a huge garden furniture sale with up to 50% off. Egg chairs, parasols, patio sets, and fire pits are among the items that have been discounted. Another bargain to be found right now is a carry-on size suitcase that's perfect if you're planning on travelling this summer. The Elements Hard Shell Suitcase is scanning for £21, down from £30. Save on furniture at Dunelm Dunelm often has sales and promotions offering up to 75% off, especially at certain times of the year. It's worth keeping an eye out for seasonal sales, such as Black Friday and Boxing Day, to bag a bargain. You can also check out the clearance page on the Dunelm website to find the latest discounts. Cashback sites such as Quidco and TopCashback may also help you save by allowing you to earn money back on your spending. You can also opt for free click-and-collect instead of home delivery to avoid being hit with extra fees. 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. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Best savings of my life' says shopper who bagged stylish lamps for £9 instead of £98
A SHOPPER has shared how she bagged stylish lamps for £9 down from £98, saying it was "the best saving of my life". Bargain hunter Debbie Smith shared the amazing Dunelm finds in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, leaving users blown away by the "amazing" deal. 2 2 She bagged the Ardelia Table Lamp for just £4.50, down from £45, and the Elements Jaula Easy Fit Pendant Shade for £4.90, down from £49, from the popular homeware store. Posting photos of the items to the Facebook group, she wrote: "Quite literally the best saving of my life at Dunelm today. £98 reduced to £9 for both... BUZZING." Responding to the post, one Dunelm fan said: "Amazing saving well done!", while another praised the retailer for having "loads of bargains". The Ardelia Glass Table Lamp is currently available on the Dunelm website for £45, in both champagne and emerald green. The retailer describes it as "your home's next must-have", with a "gorgeous textured shade and attractive base". Meanwhile, the Elements Jaula Easy Fit Pendant Shade is also available on the Dunelm website, on sale for £28, down from £35. Other shoppers replied to the Facebook post with their own bargain finds. One shared an artificial plant they had picked up for £7.50 instead of £30. Another customer found a £119 dressing table reduced to just £11.90, saying they were " so pleased" with the bargain. A third posted: "I got some bedside units for £5 each instead of £119 each in my local one. "Although they tried not to sell them to me at that price." 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 There are multiple offers to be found at Dunelm right now, and the homeware store is currently holding a huge garden furniture sale with up to 50% off. Egg chairs, parasols, patio sets, and fire pits are among the items that have been discounted. Another bargain to be found right now is a carry-on size suitcase that's perfect if you're planning on travelling this summer. The Elements Hard Shell Suitcase is scanning for £21, down from £30. Save on furniture at Dunelm Dunelm often has sales and promotions offering up to 75% off, especially at certain times of the year. It's worth keeping an eye out for seasonal sales, such as Black Friday and Boxing Day, to bag a bargain. You can also check out the clearance page on the Dunelm website to find the latest discounts. Cashback sites such as Quidco and TopCashback may also help you save by allowing you to earn money back on your spending. You can also opt for free click-and-collect instead of home delivery to avoid being hit with extra fees. 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.
Otago Daily Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
Exhibition puts local art, artists on display
The Waimumu Art Exhibition went off without a hitch last weekend with around 250 visitors on Mother's Day and a sea of red "sold" stickers, organisers say. Exhibition artistic director Debbie Smith said the show was a success with cars parked around the block to view the multimedia display. She said the exhibition tried to attract a broad range of artists so there would something for everyone to enjoy as well as buy to display in their homes. Upon entering the Waimumu Te Tipua Hall, guests were given a piece of paper to write their favourite artwork of the show, to be deposited in a "wishing well" sculpture at the entrance. Votes from the well will be counted at the conclusion of the exhibition to determine the winner of the People's Choice award. The show had its own "shop" in a separate section of the hall, for people to buy other craft items such as candles and soaps, to further support local artists. She said the exhibition also had raffles for the community to show their support, if the artworks they wanted to take home were already sold. The hall had a lounge section with coffee, tea and a selection baked goods such as scones with jam on offer for visitors who wanted to have a sit down and catch up in-between viewing the artworks. The overgrown garden-themed tea room also featured works by a local preschool, made by the budding artists using autumn leaves. Students from Te Tipua School also had an artistic submission on show. In the leadup to the event, Ms Smith said her aim was to display affordable artwork by artists from the surrounding area. She said the exhibition aimed to create an immersive environment, where viewers could view the art as well as sit and foster connections with people, amid the works. The show was also meant to put money back into the Waimumu community she said, and the proceeds would go to local initiatives. The show closes today at 4pm.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
People invited to visit crematoria this Mother's Day
The Westerleigh Group is inviting grieving families to its crematoria for Mother's Day. People can visit the New Forest, Test Valley and Wessex Vale sites to remember lost loved ones. Visitors can post messages and Mother's Day cards in memorial post boxes. The Westerleigh Group, which owns 41 crematoria and cemeteries in the UK, is offering peaceful spaces for reflection at each site. READ MORE: Inquest opens into sudden death of 22-year-old woman Each crematorium has its own arrangements, with some hosting memorial services. Visitors can write personalised messages on memory tags, light commemorative candles or decorate pebbles, which can be placed on memorials or taken home. Many sites will also provide flowers to lay at memorials or take home. The Westerleigh Group's chief executive officer, Debbie Smith, said: "Our Mother's Day invitation is open to anyone, whether or not there is a memorial to their mother or mother figure at any of our crematoria or where their funeral took place." She added that people are welcome regardless of when their loss occurred or where they live. Between Monday, March 3 and Wednesday, April 30, the Westerleigh Group is offering free personalisation, worth up to £500, for families who buy new granite memorials or EverWith personal jewellery. This includes hand-designed artwork, engravings or plaques.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Medicaid expansion advocates speak in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — People gathered in Montgomery for Medicaid Expansion Advocacy Day on Tuesday. One group, Cover Alabama, said it wants lawmakers and the governor to expand Medicaid. It said nearly 200,000 Alabamians are in the coverage gap. Republicans said they would consider it, but the cost is a concern. 'Our state leaders have the power to fix this, to create a system that ensures people can see a doctor when they're sick, afford the medication they need and get care before a small health issue becomes a crisis,' said Debbie Smith of Cover Alabama. Over 100 pharmacies walk out to support Alabama bill 'But the devil is in the details, right?' state Sen. Andrew Jones (R-Centre). 'We've seen a lot of federal money evaporate — grants disappear. We want to make sure that if we do this, we can sustain it, and we're not stuck paying a huge cost because we've got to fund state government. We've got to fund education.' Attendees spoke with their lawmakers about the issue after holding a press conference. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
