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Strategies to cut expenses when purchasing children's toys during the summer season

Summer Toys Provide Entertainment for Children and Give Parents Temporary Relief During Vacation. However, Exorbitant expenses on new playthings can swiftly exhaust the budget.

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Strategies to Minimize Spending on Children's Toys During Summer
Strategies to Minimize Spending on Children's Toys During Summer

Strategies to cut expenses when purchasing children's toys during the summer season

In today's world, finding affordable ways to entertain children and maintain a budget can be a challenge. Here is a collection of tips and deals that can help you save money while keeping your little ones engaged and entertained.

Free Suncream Offer at Aldi

Aldi is giving away free Lacura suncream at stores near Reading, Leeds, and the Big Feastival today and tomorrow, limited to one bottle per customer. This is an excellent opportunity to stock up on essential summer products without breaking the bank.

Creative Playtime Ideas

  1. Filling a small tub with warm, soapy water and asking kids to give dolls or other toys a bath can re-engage them with past favorites.
  2. Filling a large tray with flour and adding diggers or dinosaurs can also provide new playtime at no extra cost.
  3. Laying out toys in a different way, such as setting up toy scenes, can rekindle enthusiasm for them.
  4. Using chalk outside to create a race track for toy cars can provide new playtime at no extra cost.

Affordable Shopping Deals

  1. Lidl has a new product, a super aquajet washer, available for £69.99.
  2. Wilko has a clearance on a grey bookshelf, originally priced at £40, now available for £28.50, saving £11.50.
  3. Primark offers a similar tool for £1.50, saving £11.49 compared to the H&M price.
  4. MORRISONS has launched a new pastry line that includes filled croissants and caramel-filled doughnuts, priced at £1.50 each.
  5. SCHUH is offering a discount on burgundy chunky loafers, originally priced at £38, now available for £14.99, saving £23.01.

Second-Hand and Rental Options

  1. The YoungPlanet app connects users to parents giving away unwanted toys, clothes, and other items.
  2. Signing up to selling groups run for local parents on Facebook Marketplace can provide opportunities to get toys for free.
  3. Toy libraries are now available in various locations across the country, from Sussex to Glasgow. These toy libraries allow parents to rent toys, puzzles, and games at a small fee, which is a cheaper alternative to buying new ones in shops.
  4. Cities in the UK offering toy libraries where parents can borrow games, puzzles, and other children's toys include London, Bristol, Manchester, and Glasgow. These toy libraries provide rental services to encourage play and learning through shared toy resources.

Special Offers and Discounts

  1. Signing up to New Look's mailing list grants a 25% discount on an online purchase.
  2. H&M sells a jade gua sha for skin massage and plumping, priced at £12.99.
  3. The Sun Raffle is giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers every month, with each Sun Savers code entered equating to one Raffle ticket.

By exploring these budget-friendly tips and deals, you can ensure that your children have a fun-filled summer without straining your wallet. Happy savings!

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