#Bargainoftheweek: Save Up to £30 on Father's Day Gifts at Truprint

Father's Day is quickly approaching ( it's the 21st of June this year in case you'd forgotten!) and it's time to start thinking about the perfect gift for the Dad or Daddies in your life.

As a married mother of two, Father's Day is no longer just about buying presents for my own Dad, I now need to find the perfect gifts for the father of my children and my Father-in-Law too! That's not even including present's to Grandads from the their grandchildren although we often have a crafty day and make these!

With so many gifts to buy I need to ensure I get the most out of the money I spend. I was delighted to hear about Truprint's exclusive Father's Day offer where you can Save £30 when you spend £50 on their site*.

That sounds great doesn't it? With this offer you will be getting your personalised photo gifts for less than half price! What I wanted to find out though was what you could actually get for £50 (or just £20 when you use the discount code?) Could I really get presents for all the Dads in our family for just £20? (plus postage)

The lovely folks at Truprint challenged me to find out exactly that!

What I got for £50 at Truprint.co.uk

• A beautiful Father's Day card with photos on the front, a message inside and even an image on the back £2.75 - My 4 and 7 year olds sat with me to help me design it and the process was so simple to do

• A personalised 10"x8" photo jigsaw puzzle with 120 pieces £9.99 - ideal for a Grandad that loves his puzzles

• A set of six photo coasters with images from our holiday £14.99 - a great gift as a set or ideal to split up and gift together with a mug

• A 7x5" Wooden Photo Panel with stand £11.99 - perfect for Daddy's desk at work

• An A5 spiral bound lined notebook with image and 'Daddy's Notes' printed on the front £6.99 - this will help Daddy with all his planning for the scout group he runs and make him smile every time he sees the picture on front 

In conclusion I was thrilled with the selection of gifts available from Truprint, the website was really easy to use and creating the gifts was a pleasure. I thought the quality of all of the items we ordered was fantastic and can't wait to see the look on the recipients faces when they open them on Father's Day!

The array of items I managed to get for £50 was impressive and excellent value for money even before the discount is applied!

*Save up to £30 off your Father's Day Gifts

Simply click here to start creating and enter discount code LOVEMYDAD at checkout to save! 

Terms of offer

• Code LOVEMYDAD gives £10 discount on order £20-£49.99 and £30 discount on orders £50 or more
• Minimum spend does not include P&P charges
• Offer is valid until midnight 15th June 2015.
• Offer is valid for single use during the promotional period and to customers residing in the UK on Truprint.co.uk only.
• P&P charges will apply
• Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on pre-paid prints.
• Please allow an additional 1-2 delivery days during this promotional period.
• Last order date is Monday June 15th

Disclaimer: I was given £50 credit to spend at Truprint in exchange for writing this post, all opinions are my own.

Celebrate Mother's Day with Debenhams Flowers

Mother's Day is just a month away (15th March 2015 if you want to add it to your diaries) and it will be upon us before we know it! In our family we buy for Mums Grans, Nannas and Great Grans so the costs can add up. I have been trying to be organised for a change and have been planning gifts already. I have a few ideas to bring you over the next few weeks. The first one comes courtesy of Debenhams Flowers who offer a great selection of gifts for Mother's Day.

They offered to send me a bouquet of my choice from their Flower Delivery selection. After browsing through the Mother's Day section I was delighted at the choice available but rather predictably chose a bouquet of roses, my favourite flower and one that holds a lot of personal meaning for me. The bouquet I settled on was of Princess Victoria two tone vintage garden roses. The peach and cream colours really stood out on the website and I could see how they would brighten up any room. At £29.99 I thought the cost was in line with what I would usually be looking to spend on my mum this Mother's Day.

Photo from http://www.debenhamsflowers.com/princess-victoria

I was able to choose a delivery day of my choice for the flowers to arrive, they were delivered in the morning and my mum took them them, not knowing what to do with them, she left the box in the hallway until I got in from work. Despite being left in the box for over six hours after delivery the flowers were beautifully fresh when opened and looked even nicer than in the website pictures.

I immediately decanted them in to my favouite vase and thought the turquoise colour brought out the two tone peach and creams in the roses wonderfully.

The images above were taken between the day the flowers arrived and 9 days later. They remained beautiful and in bloom throughout this time and made me smile every time I walked in to the room.

This bouquet would make am ideal gift for Mum, Gran or any one else this Mother's Day. Debenhams Fowers offer a range of specially selected Mother's Day bouquets stating from just £19.99 including standard postal delivery. (Named Day delivery by courier is only an extra £2.99)
Find out how you can save money on your favourite bouquets below:

The lovely folks at Debenhams Flowers have given me an exclusive discount code to share with you. Use code DFBLOG25 to save 25% off Mothers Day Flowers. 

(The only bouquets exempt from the discount are the 'Flowers By Post' range.)

I was sent the Vintage Rose bouquet free of charge in exchange for this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Top Tips to keep your nappies soft and share your tips to Win...

So Mummies, Real Nappy Week 2012 has officially started! As well as sharing all the fabulous offers on facebook and Twitter each day we will have a special #RNW2012 Post. Today I am honoured to host a guest post from the lovely Arabella Greatorex of http://www.naturalnursery.co.uk/ , retailers of cloth nappies and baby slings.




Below she shares her Top Tips for keeping your cloth Nappies lovely and soft....

1) Use a fleece liner to reduce the amount of hard nappy touching your babies skin.
Fleece liners are cheap, colourful and they can be washed and re-used hundreds of times. They are soft against your baby’s skin and help to wick the wet away from the bottom, meaning a more comfortable baby.


2) Scrunch the nappy up and rub it hard between your hands after it has dried.
The idea here is to physically fluff up the fibres of the nappy. It is mostly the movement in a tumble dryer that helps to keep a nappy soft so anything you can do to replicate that helps.


3) Hang the nappy out on the line if possible
Grab every opportunity to give your cloth nappies a bit of line drying time as they will be softer than if they are dried on a radiator. If you really have to radiator dry try to keep the nappies away from the radiator a little - either by using an airer that hooks over the radiator or by drying on chair backs next to the radiator.


4) Tumble dry nappies now and again if possible.
A once a month tumble dry will give your nappies a boost, I used to take mine to my mum's for a nappy spa day, or I'd use a launderette once in a while.


5) Reduce the amount of washing powder you use.
Washing powders can build up on fabric, stiffening it and making it less absorbent.  Once in a while try just running the nappies through on a hot wash with no powder to strip them of anything that might be making them hard.


6) Put a small cupful of white distilled vinegar into the wash.
White vinegar is great for neutralising smells and for softening hard water. You just put it in the conditioner drawer.  I have used ordinary vinegar in desperation and it works just as well, just smells more vinegary than the distilled stuff.


7) Do an extra fast spin at the end of the wash.
The logic here is to remove as much water from the nappies as possible so they need less time to dry.


8) Add bicarbonate of soda to the washing powder.
This helps to soften the water, you can use it with white distilled vinegar as well to remove stains.  Half a tablespoon of bicarbonate of soda is more than enough.


Some Great tips there to keep your fluffy bums nice and soft!

The Natural Nursery have some great Real Nappy Week offers starting today including 20% off SmartiPants, Pop-in Nappies, Disana organic nappies, BumGenius, Flip Nappy Covers and Gen-Y Classic covers. Check out the website for more details and don't forget to follow on facebook and Twitter.

Now we would like your Cloth nappy tips!

Comment Below with your best cloth nappy tip and one lucky winner will be chosen by Arabella to win a Citrus Spot Wonderoo nappy worth £16.49 from http://www.naturalnursery.co.uk/

T’s and C’s

· open to residents of UK only and only one entry permitted  per person..
· Facebook is no way affiliated with this competition.
· If the winner does not contact me within 3 days of their name being chosen another winner will be drawn.
· Competition will close 9pm 22th April 2012 and will be announced on here shortly afterwards
· The prize is as stated and no cash alternative will be offered

An exclusive Discount for 20% off at Topsy Toesy and the winner of the gorgeous Fellhof Hat...

Thank you to every one who entered the fabulous competition with Topsy Toesy! Make sure you check out the fabulous selection of Stylish hats and footwear on their website www.topsytoesy.co.uk!

The very lucky winner of an adorable eco-friendly Fellhof Trapper Hat in their choice of colour and size is.....

@kellywd!

Congratulations! Please email your preferred size and colour for the trapper hat along with your postal address to mymummyspennies@gmail.com and I will arrange for your prize to be sent out!

If you were not the lucky one this time, then don't be too upset as the lovely folks at Topsy Toesy have offered Mymummyspennies readers an exclusive 20% discount off their first order on www.topsytoesy.co.uk!

To get 20% off your first order just enter code TTMMP11 at checkout! This offer is valid until 12 Jan 2012 and is limited to one use per household. Not to be used in conjunction with other offers or promotions.

Happy Shopping!


Topsy Toesy provide a unique selection of quality infant headwear and footwear for every occasion. Their products have been hand-picked with style and comfort for your little ones in-mind!

Working with independent artisans, designers and manufacturers, TopsyToesy.co.uk offers a unique range of quality hats and shoes for both boy’s and girl’s, some of which have already been picked-up and featured in publications including Vogue, Tatler and The Daily Telegraph!

The fabulous selection of hats they sell are made from the finest of fabrics, with bright and funky colours and patterns, making them the stylish way to protect your children from the elements – from the sunniest days through to the coldest...

And each pair of shoes they sell have been carefully selected to be versatile and practical for growing feet!

10% off all Life Fork & Spoon orders until 23rd December...

It's that time of year when we feel obliged to have friends and family round to eat. When you have young children it can be difficult and expensive to find a babysitter so the obvious solution is to entertain at home! I personally love hosting dinner parties and cooking up a feast if I have the time but at Christmas we have so many other things to do that planning and cooking a lovely meal can seem like a low priority! 

To ensure we can spend more time entertaining guests rather than stuck in the kitchen this Christmas, Life Fork & Spoon (www.lifeforkspoon.co.uk) is offering 10% off ALL orders of its delicious, restaurant quality meals and dishes delivered directly to your door, when you use code BBC10!

All recipes have been specially created by TV chef, James Martin and his experienced team, providing the perfect way to serve up gourmet meals in a matter of minutes this holiday season, and still be able to finish wrapping those presents!

Whether you are hosting a family Christmas dinner, having friends round or simply want to stock up on hearty home-cooked dinners over the festive period, Life Fork & Spoon is an easy and convenient way to enjoy professionally created, wholesome dishes without spending hours in the kitchen.

Order before the 23rd December and receive 10% off a great choice of starters, main courses and deserts that are sure to impress friends and family. Choose from filling dishes for one, such as succulent Minted Lamb Shank, spicy Chicken Balti Pie or hearty Shepherd’s Pie.

To impress friends at a dinner party, the sharing starters and family-sized meals, such as delightful Pork Apple and Cider Terrine, Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Quiche, Luxury Beef Lasagne, Steak and Ale Pie and tempting Thai Green Curry, will bring that home-cooked look and taste to your table, allowing less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.

For the perfect end to your meal, choose from eight impressive desserts, such as James Martin’s signature Sticky Toffee Pudding with a rich caramel sauce, or his White Chocolate Bread & Butter Croissant Pudding with a drop of whisky for extra flavour. Treat guests to family favourites, such as the zingy Lemon Drizzle Sponge or the luxurious Treacle Tart (serves 8-10), or serve up a tempting treat with the melt-in-the-mouth Mascarpone and Vanilla Cheesecake (served 14-16).

The mouthwatering meals are all created using top quality ingredients and choice cuts of meats, cooked with care and passion to bring handmade, real restaurant standard foods to your table.
James has also put together a selection of introductory boxes – a great way to explore the range. You can order a Dinner Party for Four or Six, Family Favourites and Gourmet Boxes, all containing a hand-picked selection of delicious dinners from the menu for you to enjoy.

The dishes and desserts are ‘snap’ frozen for extra freshness and can be used on the day of delivery or kept in the freezer for a later date or as a stand-by dinner. All meals come with easy-to-follow cooking instructions, with many using the sous-vide technique. James’ advice is cook the products slowly and gently to produce the best results.

Ordering is quick and easy - simply browse through the options on the website, make your selection, choose a delivery date and time, checkout via the secure online process and your food will be delivered to your door ready for you to enjoy.

To ensure delivery before Christmas orders should be placed no later than 21st December, (That's today, so be quick!)

Prices start from approximately £4 and with over 60 fantastic foods to choose from, including chicken, beef, pork, lamb, duck, pies, quiches, fish as well as seafood and vegetarian options, you will be sure to find something to suit all tastes this Christmas.

James and his team will be adding new dishes to the menu in the next few months so watch this space!
Visit www.lifeforkspoon.co.uk to see the menus and to place your order now. You can follow us on Twitter @lifeforkspoon or become a fan on www.facebook/lifeforkspoon.

Competition to win a fabulous Fellhof eco-friendly Sheepskin Trapper Hat from Topsy Toesy...

As the days are getting colder and we are being told that snow is fast approaching (if it hasn't yet appeared near you!) we want to wrap our little ones up nice and warm! But finding headwear and footwear that is stylish as well as practical is not always easy! That is why I was so pleased when I discovered TopsyToesy.co.uk!


Topsy Toesy provide a unique selection of quality infant headwear and footwear for every occasion. Their products have been hand-picked with style and comfort for your little ones in-mind!

Working with independent artisans, designers and manufacturers, TopsyToesy.co.uk offers a unique range of quality hats and shoes for both boy’s and girl’s, some of which have already been picked-up and featured in publications including Vogue, Tatler and The Daily Telegraph!

The fabulous selection of hats they sell are made from the finest of fabrics, with bright and funky colours and patterns, making them the stylish way to protect your children from the elements – from the sunniest days through to the coldest...

And each pair of shoes they sell have been carefully selected to be versatile and practical for growing feet!


The lovely folks at Topsy Toesy have kindly offered Mymummyspennies Readers the opportunity to Win a Fellhof Sheepskin Trapper Hat worth a fabulous £25.95!!

These funky Trapper hats are the accessory to be worn this winter; super stylish and amazingly warm! Fellhof make clothing inspired by their native Austria, using pure, natural materials and design which compliments nature's fabrics. Made from eco-friendly sheepskin, this gorgeous trapper hat is fully lined in soft wool. Super cosy earflaps provide extra warmth, while chin ties ensure the hat is secured in position, ready for your little treasure's adventures into the great outdoors! Available in sizes 0-6m, 6-12m, 12-24m and 2-4yrs.

And there will be a very special offer for everyone who enters!!


For your chance to win this adorable eco-friendly Trapper Hat in your choice of colour and size...

- pop over to www.TopsyToesy.co.uk and take a look at their fabulous choice of quality infant headwear and footwear for every occasion

- come back here and leave a comment below with your favourite item and your email address or twitter id


For extra entries...

-'follow' topsy toesy on Twitter

-'like' topsy toesy on facebook

-share this competition on facebook, twitter or forums

please leave an extra comment for each extra entry

T's and C's


1. This competition is open to residents of the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland aged 18 years or over, except for employees of Topsy Toesy, their families or anyone else associated with this competition
2. All information detailing how to enter this competition forms part of these terms and conditions
3. All entries must be received by 23nd December 2011 at 9pm, when the competition will close.
4. One entrant shall win a single Sheepskin Trapper hat in a choice of two colours and four sizes between 0 to 4 years
5. The winners may be required to take part in publicity i.e. announced on FB, Twitter, etc
6. All prizes are non-transferable and there are no cash alternatives
7. Winner will be selected by random draw.
8. Facebook is no way affiliated with this competition
9. If the winner does not contact me within 3 days of their name being chosen another winner will be drawn.

Exclusive 10% off anything at www.themiraclebox.co.uk!!!!

Miracle products offer a fantastic range of items for pregnancy, birth and beyond.

These include Miracle TENS: Drug Free Pain Relief for Labour and Beyond, The complete birthing Excersise Ball Package for Mums and Mums to be, and the Breastfeeding Pouch, which is reccommended by midwives and mothers!

They also encompass Miracle Bags which offer 5 gorgeous ranges of baby bags ranging from the sophisticated and practical City range to the rugged and funky Urban range as well as my favourite the oh so stylish Chic range. They also have the Universal range which is great for both mums and dads and a selection of overnight maternity bags for all your hospital essentials!

All these amazing products and more can be found on their website www.themiraclebox.co.uk. You can also find out about the latest news and offers on their facebook page or by following them at @themiraclebox on twitter.

The lovely folks at Miracle Products gave one of mymummyspennies Lucky readers the change to WIN One of their lovely bags, and the very Lucky Vikki was announced as the winner last week! Because so many of you lovely Mummies entered and said how much you liked their fabulous collection of bags, the generous folks at Miracle Poducts have given us an exclusive dicount code for Mymummyspennies Readers to get 10% off ANYTHING on their website! The code is PENNIES and it is valid until 18th September so be quick and don't miss out on this fabulous offer!!