Deals of the Week!
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Up to 60% off Gabby’s Dollhouse toys
7 nights in France for less than £600
Another home furnishing bargain
The perfect date night at home - Co-op dinner deal
Caterpillars to butterflies kits
Attraction tickets discount codes
Save 1/3 on Merlin attractions
Products for glowy holiday skin
If you're anything like me and are obsessed with a bargain you’re in the right place. But I know that searching out the best deals can take a lot of time, something we don’t always have. The good news is that I will hunt out the bargains that will save you money every single week so you don’t have to!
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Upto 60% off Gabby's Dollhouse toy
New robot hoover
I finally got myself a robot vacuum! I went cheap to see if it paid off and the kids thought it was fascinating! I left it to go round the house for an hour and honestly the results were embarrassing! The battery life is great too, I’d definitely recommend!
7 nights in France for less than £600!
In May half term you can get 7 nights at a 4 star resort for a family of 4 in Brittany, France!
The resort is coming in at £306 and the ferry from Dover to Calais is looking at £225. It is a 5 hour drive but you could break up the journey along the way! Check it out here.
Viral Dusk coffee table dupe
I recently got this dupe of the Dusk coffee table for £130 less! Apparently JYSK is the Danish version of Ikea and honestly the quality is amazing. Check it out here.
Another home furnishing bargain
This is literally the same product but for £60 less! Check it out here.
The Sun £9.50 holiday codes
Code 1: SAND Code 2: H7G9 Just collect 2 codes and choose from over 250 holidays for only £9.50!
Get dinner for 30p at Frankie and Bennies
I've just had a deal sent to my inbox where if you buy one main at Frankie & Benny's you get the other for 30p! Valid all day from Friday through to Wednesday until the end of September! Just sign up to receive their promotional emails and get your own unique code!
My code is 6840BDDN but this will only work once so sign up here to get yours!
£5 bottomless pancakes
Bills are bringing back this promotion where you get bottomless pancakes on Fridays for £5!
Available on selected Fridays only. Available all day on Friday 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th September. Check out Bills website for more information.
John Lewis sale
If you’re looking for good quality sales, John Lewis's reduced to clear sale is amazing! Here’s some of my favourite finds I’ve seen this week that are absolute bargains but still amazing quality!
The quality of these wooden toys is amazing! There’s £25 off this set
25% off school essentials
Argos has up to 25% off stationery, lunch boxes and water bottles as well as some really reasonable prices on school uniform such as polo shirts and PE shoes.
35% off kids trainers
There’s 35% off kids trainers at the VANS outlet and they are selling QUICK!
50% off kids bedding
There’s 50% off kids bedding at Dunelm - these sets are just so cute and so affordable!
These double sets are only £4.50:
And thse single ones are £3.50
Cheap school shoes hack
Don't forget to check out the Clarks Outlet online. They do pretty much identical shoes that were in the shops last year but for a huge discount. The styles are often 'last years' version, but the difference is so small and the savings are huge! And do the kids really care?!
Attraction Tickets deal
Attraction Tickets currently has up to 15% off Orlando attractions with code SUNNY. We used this company for our tickets to America and you can check out these blogs to hear my top tips.
The perfect date night at home - Co-op dinner deal
You can get two Co-op stonebaked pizzas and one tub of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream for £5 if you’re a Co-op member or £6 if not!
The pizzas are usually £3.95 each and the 465ml of ice cream is usually £5.75 so you are saving £8.65! This could be perfect for a date night at home paired with this game which me and Matt love - and it has £5 off!
Merlin Mondays with O2
Keep an eye out on Monday 1st September if you have the O2 app as they are releasing top theme park ticket codes for just £27! It’s set to include Alton Towers, Chessington World of Adventures and Thorpe Park so definitely worth checking out.
15% off e-gift cards
Tesco has got a sale on their giftcards which means you get 15% discount when buying e-gift cards for New Look, Odeon and Vue Cinema.
So if you’re thinking of a day out or a shopping trip you may as well get some discount here!
Or maybe even store away ready for Christmas gifts!
Caterpillars to butterflies kit
Our butterflies hatched whilst we were away!
We bought a little kit so the kids could watch caterpillars turn into butterflies and honestly, I think I've found it just as fascinating as they have. I was watching a video about it and it turns out it's not as simple as them just ‘growing wings’. When a caterpillar goes into its chrysalis, its body actually breaks down into ‘soup’ of cells, and then those cells reorganise to form a butterfly. Isn't that wild? I had no idea!
Top games I always pack for our holiday
I LOVE a games night on holiday, both with the kids and as adults. Here are my top picks:
CLR - this is the perfect handbag game that you can crack out during a meal - so simple but fun!
Five Crowns - this got played A LOT on holiday. I’d say it’s for slightly older kids but ours can play with a little help from us both.
Murder Mystery - this is so good to pack for an evening games night! I rate this brand!
Qwirkle - This is a great little game, small enough to pack in hand luggage too.
Playing cards - honestly endless fun with a pack of cards. Our favourite games to play are Nomination Whist, Poo Head and Gin Rummy.
Skin+Me deal
I’ve been embracing the no makeup life on holiday and I’ve had so many messages about what I use on my skin. To confirm, I have not had Botox! (although I’d been tempted!).
All I use is Skin+Me try the Daily Doser for £4.99 as well as all these freebies with code BUDGETCHECKOUT.
Emma Sleep bank holiday sale
As you’ve probably seen I've had some new pillows, duvet and duvet set recently - what an adult buy!
Emma Sleep have got a sale on at the moment with up to 25% off! I’ve managed to get you an extra 5% discount even on the stuff in the sale! Use code BUDGETINGMUM.
Where we stayed in Rome
We’ve just got back from Rome and stayed here at, Camping Fabulous. It was 20 minutes from the airport and just 30 minutes on public transport from Rome! It was ace and I highly recommend. It’s a 4-star site with loads of pools and you can stay here next August from £550 for a family of 6!
50% off go karting
Go karting is a perfect day out this August bank holiday and you can save 50% off here with code LAP50.
Viral cabin bags & packing cubes
If you’ve seen my latest Instagram video you’ll know that we are planning on doing seven days away as a family of four with just under the seat cabin bags! Are we mad? I don’t know but I’m fed up of getting cheap flights then having to pay a fortune for baggage!
I got these bags and paired with these packing cubes and I was so surprised at how much room I actually had!
Waterproof games
If you’re going away this summer, waterproof games are a MUST. Honestly even though we are only taking one rucksack each, these were a priority for us. We got waterproof Uno and waterproof Dobble which has 20% off currently!
Date night idea
We had our friends over recently night and did one of these. OMG it was fab - such a good date night idea for parents when the kids are in bed. I think it’s really good value for money and they currently have £5 off. I would highly recommend.
Smoke alarms
I’ve recently upgraded our smoke alarms in our house and lots of you requested the link. I got these ones as they have a 10 year battery life. They are quite good value for a twin pack.
Kids outdoor toy summer sale
Save over half price on selected kids outdoor toys at Argos. This paddling pool is less than half price! And this octopus sprinkle looks great value with 50% off too!
£65 off Jet2 Holidays
You can get £65 off holiday bookings with Jet2 Holidays through the Lidl Plus app. Available until 19th September 2025.
Amazon Kids headphones
Here’s one of our most used items! These headphones are something my kids use these all the time and they don’t often go on sale! They currently have up to 23% off.
Disney tickets discount codes
I used Attraction Tickets when we went to America earlier this year and honestly it is such a great site to check if you’re thinking of doing Disney. I’ve rounded up all the deals they are currently offering if you’re thinking of going any time soon!
10% off Christmas party tickets this December with the code SUNNY (on select nights only)
2026 early booking offer - up to 15% off ANY Orlando attraction tickets with code SUNNY
Free dining and drinks packages with an extra 10% off using the code HAPPY
10% off Universal Orlando resort hotel and ticket packages with code HAPPY
Discounted Chilly's bottles
These Chilly’s bottles are NOT cheap! But I’ve heard they really work in keeping your drink cold all day. So, I’m debating the splurge to see if its worth it with the next round of hot weather we’re due! They’re currently up to 40% off:
This bottle has 30% off
This mini has 40% off and could be great for the kids
These coffee cups have 40% off too
Let me know if you think they are really worth it and if I should splurge while the sale is on.
Mud kitchen bargain!
If you've been following me on Instagram this week, you’ll have seen I’ve been hitting the charity shops, hunting for budget-friendly pots and pans for the kids’ new mud kitchen. This is the one I ended up getting. I went for the wall-mounted version, but there is also a free-standing one.
Viral travel packs
These viral travel packs from The Works are just £5 and honestly kept my kids entertained for so long on the flight to America! Well worth the money.
Save 1/3 on Merlin attractions
Did you know you can save 1/3 on Merlin attraction tickets just by travelling by train? You can book via daysoutguide.co.uk
It’s a great deal if you're planning a day out. Simply show your valid same-day train ticket at the attraction’s ticket office and enjoy up to 33% off your entry! Just make sure your train ticket is for the same day you're visiting the attraction.
If you want to see more Merlin summer deals head to my latest blog.
Kids Pass membership for £1
Get a Kids Pass membership for just £1 for 30 days!
With this trial, you can save up to 56% on days out, dining, cinema trips, and even family breaks. One membership covers the whole household - perfect for making the most of summer!
After the 30-day trial, it’s just £3.99 a month, and you can cancel anytime.
30% off kids Crocs
Amazon has up to 30% off kids Crocs at the moment! Perfect time to bag your kids a pair - lots of colours available.
Luggage sale
IT Luggage currently has a huge summer sale on where you can save 30% off kids luggage bundles.
This set currently has 40% off! It doesn’t often do sales so I’d grab it while you can!
Books for £1
Waterstones is currently selling clearance books from £1!
There’s adult books, kids stories, mental maths books and everything inbetween!
Kids toy - 23% off
My kids have been loving these building tiles and they’re meant to be so good for their brain development too!
Amazon top picks
Here are my top bargains that we currently use with the kids!
These tablets are great. You can get loads of educational games as well as Disney and Netflix so they’re perfect for keeping them entertained on a flight.
We wouldn’t be without these headphones either
Win prizes with Merlin and Carex
Carex and Merlin have teamed up again this year to give you the chance to win 1 of 1000s of prizes with every promotional pack! You could win overnight stays, Gold Annual Passes, tickets and more to attractions such as Alton Towers, Chessington World of Adventures, Warwick Castle, and Sea Life Centre.
Plus, even if you don’t win, every entry receives a 15% off discount code.
All you need to do is grab one of the promotional Carex soaps when you go shopping!
H&M £5 voucher
Did you know if you take at least five pieces of unwanted clothing to H&M (any brand not just H&M clothes!) you will receive a £5 thank you voucher to spend when you spend over £25. The clothes need to be in decent condition but I think it’s a great incentive for us to recycle our clothes!
Recycle at Boots and earn points
You can receive £5 worth of Advantage Card points when you recycle 5 qualifying Boots items and spend £10 in store! Qualifying items are anything that can’t be recycled in your recycling bins at home, but the app guides you through the entire process!
Kids for a Quid train tickets
Kids for a Quid train tickets allow up to 4 children aged 5-15 to travel for just £1 on a single or return journey when accompanied by an adult during off peak times.
This is offered with several UK train companies and will be factored into the price as you search.
50% off family attractions
Through Planet Offers you can save over 50% on family attractions all over the UK such as splash parks, play centres, museums, aquariums, and loads more!
5 products for glowy holiday skin
These 5 products have given me the glowiest skin on holiday and I’m so here for it! I never used to wear anything on holiday but I always feel more confident with a little bit of something on. I had a makeup lesson before I came away and a lot of these products are what she recommended.
So here’s my top picks for realistic 5-minute holiday makeup for mums!
This L'Oréal Glotion has been my FAVE buy! It gives you the most glowy skin without being heavy so perfect for holiday. It’s so cheap too!
Next is the product that actually makes me look like I have a tan! This liquid bronzer is a bit more money bit it’s so worth it.
When I had the makeup lesson she said stick with a cheap concealer so I went for this one as it really brightens the eyes! I got shade Fair Beige but it’s actually a little too light for me.
This liquid lipstick is amazing and it’s on sale here!! I wear 305 Velvet.
Finally this is what I set it all with. It stops everything sweating off my face in this insane humidity!
Fab summer game for kids
This game we’ve got for the kids is SO good! The classic game of Sequence made just for kids.
50% off kids clothes
There’s up to 50% off kids clothes at H&M currently. They run a few of these sales a year and it’s definitely worth stocking up. I love the Disney stuff at H&M - its so much cuter than most places.
Devon Cliffs deal
Here’s a great deal for the Devon Cliffs holiday site! Six of you can stay in a 3-bedroom caravan for five days in October (13th-17th) for just £69! We’ve stayed here before and really rated it!
Note, this deal is not available in October half term.
Legoland Florida
Who knew they had a Legoland in Florida? We're here this week and its been amazing! The place is huge, they have a waterpark and they also have a Peppa Pig World next door! The ticket price is more for Peppa Pig world but you can do combination tickets. We booked our Disney tickets through attractiontickets.com and they've got a deal on for Legoland Florida too. They seem to be consistently lowest on price for a lot of Florida attractions.
DEAL STACK! You can also get cashback through TopCashback when you buy through them - up to 5.25% cashback!
Travel magnetic tiles
These travel magnetic tiles have been a God send for travelling around with the kids and for entertaining them when we’re eating out. These are the ones I picked up in Target and they are well worth having in your handbag! Thank me later!
Bikinis: splurge and save options
I’ve had a few messages on Instagram asking for the link to this bikini. It was more of a splurge buy but well worth it in my opinion,. I love how flattering it is, particularly the bottoms with the twisted top around the tummy and they’re super high waisted. The top is also lovely and very comfy.
DEAL STACK! You can save by signing up for the newsletter to get 15% off and 3% cashback through TopCashback.
But if you are looking for something cheaper, I also got this one which fits so well and is high-waisted too - no thongs here!
Using Monzo abroad
Whilst we’ve been America, we’ve limited the amount of cash we’ve brought with us and just used our Monzo card.
There are no fees to use abroad, a great exchange rate, and it is accepted in most places here.
I highly recommend for abroad travel and as a bank in general.
You can also get £10 when you use this referral link.
Get the perfect slick back bun!
If you’ve been following my America content you’ll see I’ve fallen in love with a slick back bun for my go-to holiday hair!
My sister-in-law who’s young and cool has shown me what to do… she recommended using a hair mask instead of gel for a nicer feel on your hair and then setting everything in place with this hairspray, and using this brush.
Florida Keys RV
We’ve just checked out of the second part of our stay and these static RVs on Key Largo are the PERFECT base for exploring the Keys and the Everglades. We ended up getting an upgrade to this brand new one (which NEVER happens to us!) and you can book to stay here for £142 per night.
We paid with an everup gift card and got 4.6% cashback!
Loop Earplugs
I’ve been using these at Disney and they’ve really helped. They reduce noise but still let you chat – ideal for busy places or travel. The kids ones are great too, I would definitely worth it if loud environments get overwhelming for you too.
These are the ones I ordered for me and these are the ones I ordered for the kids.
Legoland Billund
We visited here earlier in the year but Ryanair have recently stopped direct flights here - ruining the fun! More over on my Instagram.
But I’ve been working with HolidayPirates to find some alternatives. Keep an eye on this page for alternative budget options.
I also shared more over on my Instagram the other day.
Dinnerset offer & cashback
I’ve been ordering some bits for the new kitchen (exciting!). I wanted to get some decent plates and spotted these ProCook ones on offer with £10 off.
DEAL STACK! Get up to 6% cashback through TopCashback (depends how much you’re spending)
£10 for you and a friend at Frankie & Benny’s
Here’s how to get £10 for you and a friend at Frankie & Benny’s:
Sign up to Frankie & Benny’s rewards and share the unique link with friends
They sign up through the link and receive £10 off their meal
Once they have visited you get a £10 voucher
Spots are limited so be quick!
Sand and water bench table
This sand and water bench table is currently on offer and was a fab investment for us last year, still the kids favourite garden toy! It can be used as a picnic table but if you remove the centre panel you’ll reveal a sandpit and water table!
It keeps the kids busy for hours and it only takes up a small amount of outdoor space; ideal for compact gardens or patios.
Cashback on your shopping
You could be getting an extra £300 a year by paying for your food shopping via everup instead of your bank account. I know this sounds too good to be true but it really isn’t.
Everup is a cashback site where you buy a gift card for your favourite brands. You pay with that giftcard instead of your bank card and get cashback on the purchase.
For example, the average family of 4 is paying £150 a week for shopping. If you paid with a giftcard and got 4% cashback every time, over a year you’d have £312 back in your pocket. Its a no-brainer!
Best plus size linen shorts
Shorts weather is here and if you’re anything like me, I’m dreading getting my legs out - but equally don’t want to be boiling hot.
I’ve been trying out some different shorts and these ones are my favourite so far.
They’re so flattering and really cool, would deffo recommend. Girls - this is your sign to wear the bl**dy shorts!
Full review of our Norfolk Broads boat holiday
There’s something incredibly magical about spending a few days on the water, surrounded by nothing but water, wildlife, and the quiet buzz of nature. And yes, you can take kids on a relaxing family getaway aboard a boat!
Our recent trip to the Norfolk Broads was the perfect family getaway: relaxing, slow-paced, and surprisingly easy to manage – even for total boating newbies like us! This is the one we booked.
I’ve pulled together a rundown of our trip, including our full itinerary, what to pack for a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads and our genuine thoughts. Read here.
Summer perfume deal stack
I treated myself this week to this STUNNING perfume. I swear this is the smell of the summer!
DEAL STACK! It’s on offer here with 20% off and you can get up to 16% cashback on this too through Top Cashback.
QVC
QVC is my new secret obsession!
I remember my Nan watching QVC on the TV when I was young, but did you know it’s now online?! Because I didn’t!
They’ve got some banging deals. I ordered myself some Elemis stuff on here a few months ago after I went to a spa and it was so much cheaper!
They’ve got deals on all sorts, garden furniture, coffee machines, skincare, a real mixed bag.
You can get £5 off your first order with code FIVE4U.
How I got £35 cashback on an RV holiday in Florida
Get £5 on an overpayment on your mortgage
As you know, I use the Sprive app to make overpayments on my mortgage easier. It sets my money aside for me and making overpayments have been a game-changer for us. If this is something you’re interested in doing, you can join Sprive with this link and use code GXMXGS9K, which will get you £5!
£79 mini cruise deal
Look at this fab Amsterdam deal for November!
You get an overnight ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam, stay the night in a hotel and then get the overnight ferry home from just £79pp! Absolute steal!
Our favourite Yoto cards
We’ve always loved our Yoto player for bedtime stories. But recently, we’ve started using it more during the day, especially for home education... and honestly? Game changer.
As a home educating family, I’m always on the lookout for resources that feel fun but still spark curiosity. And these Yoto cards have done just that. They’ve opened up lovely conversations around the dinner table, helped my kids explore tricky science concepts in a way that actually sticks, and even sparked a new love of languages.
Whether you home educate or just want to make screen-free learning part of your day, they’re great! Here’s our faves.
Is getting cashback too good to be true?
I get so many messages saying surely there must be a catch when it comes to getting cashback and, honestl,y I felt the same in the beginning.
I’ve got an entire blog answering all your questions here but the short answer is - no, it’s not too good to be true!
I had several messages from people last night saying they’ve saved literally £1,000s from using cashback apps, it really does work!
How we got a £700 tax refund
Whilst I was on Statutory Maternity Pay, I was earning well under my tax free allowance for the year.
I put in a claim for Marriage Allowance, which meant I could transfer a portion of my tax-free allowance over to my husband. This can save you as a couple up to £252 per year.
You can also back date your claim by up to four years, which meant we also got a tax refund of over £700. More information here.
You can check your eligibility on the Government website.
How we use Monzo to save money
One of the biggest game-changers for our family budget was moving our joint bank account to Monzo and here’s why… the Pots feature!
You can set up a ‘pot’ for all of the different things you’re saving for or need to buy - it’s like cash stuffing envelopes but digital!
I love it and its the first thing I ever recommend to anyone looking to improve their finances. I’ve written a blog on Monzo and it’s features - check it out here.
How much money are you wasting?
Have you ever stopped to think about how much money you waste each year?
Taking the time to review your spending can be a game-changer for your finances. It’ll allow you to identify problem areas, spot patterns, and create a plan to overcome bad spending habits.
The best tool I’ve found for this is this app - and the best part? It’s completely free! With just a few taps, you can generate a full spending analysis and start making smarter choices.
My extendable airer
This is the one adult purchase that’s worth every penny!
Drying clothes in winter can be a nightmare, but this airer is an absolute game-changer!
I’ve tried heated airers, but I don’t rate them - clothes need space to dry properly, and cramming them together just doesn’t work.
Instead, I use this extendable airer over my radiator, and it dries clothes SO fast!
Highly recommend!
Get £10 off at B&Q
Here’s how to get a free £10 to spend at B&Q:
Join the B&Q Reward Scheme next time you shop in a B&Q store
You’ll get a £10 voucher sent to you to spend on your next purchase
You’ll need to spend £75 to get the £10 discount but it’s perfect if you’ve got some DIY planned as we go into the spring
You’ll also get a couple of vouchers giving you £5 off when you spend £30 or more if you sign up for their emails.
TOP TIP! If freebies are your thing, don’t forget to head over to my freebies blog too!
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