XMAS TIME
Shoppers rush to buy personalised Christmas stockings from department store scanning for 50p instead of £30
Plus how to save at Christmas
CHRISTMAS has come early for shoppers at this department store after they discovered a £30 festive essential is scanning for just 50p.
Savvy customers have been rushing to House of Fraser's website to bag up the Xmas item which has been described as "brilliant".
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The department store giant has sent fans wild by selling a personalised "Mrs Gonk Stocking" for under a pound which is 98 per cent cheaper than the original price.
It was originally priced at a whopping £29.99 - saving buyers an unbelievable £29.49.
One customer shared the find on Facebook and posted a screenshot of the item, captioning: "House of Fraser UK... 50p!"
Excited users left comments under the post and tagged their friends.
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One user said: "They have the Mr Gonk aswell for 50p!"
Another commented: "I ordered 4 of these last week, they're brilliant for the price."
And: "Yeah I got it, it's lovely!"
However do bear in mind that when prices are reduced by this much it's usually in order for stores to clear excess stock, so availability will vary.
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It's always best to phone ahead to your local shop to check what they have available to avoid disappointment.
It always pays to compare prices so you know you're getting the best deal.
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There are plenty of comparison websites out there that'll check prices for you - so don't be left paying more than you have to.
Most of them work by comparing the prices across hundreds of retailers.
Google Shopping is a tool that lets users search for and compare prices for products across the web.
Simply type in keywords, or a product number, to bring up search results.
Christmas fanatics have also spotted a festive essential on offer at Home Bargains.
Shoppers are racing to their nearest store to buy £4 Polar Express slippers in time for the big day.
Last month House of Fraser shoppers were hit by delivery chaos with hundreds waiting weeks for parcels that remain undelivered.
Frustrated shoppers have struggled to reach customer service to request refunds, leaving those affected out of pocket.
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The issues have plagued those who placed online orders on the retailer's website since late August.
Angry customers have taken to social media to vent their fury, branding the company's response as "appalling."
Money-Saving Tips from Gemma Bird: Save £2k Before Christmas
IF youre' looking to save cash, you've come to the right place, as here, Gemma Bird has shared her top tips that'll save you £2k before Christmas.
- Set a budget: Track your spending and create a realistic budget.
- Cut unnecessary costs: Cancel unused subscriptions and avoid impulse buys.
- Meal planning: Plan meals to reduce grocery bills and avoid takeaways.
- Sell unwanted items: Declutter and sell items online for extra cash.
- Cashback and discounts: Use cashback sites and hunt for discount codes.
- DIY gifts: Make personalised gifts to save money and add a personal touch.
- Pick up a seasonal shift: A really easy way to pick up a bit of extra cash in the winter is to find yourself some seasonal work.
Follow these practical tips from Gemma Bird to boost your savings before the festive season!
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