Aldi will keep you snug in the snow

With the country set for winter to begin, snow is forecast in certain parts of the UK starting tomorrow, so if you haven't got kitted out yet, do not fear I have the solution.

The start of the ski season is upon us and whilst savvy skiers can pick up last minute flights to Aspen and a cut-price chalet in Whistler, it can be difficult to find quality gear at an accessible price.  

Aldi is coming to the rescue with its own range of quality ski gear suitable for first timers, occasional skiers and seasoned snow junkies - all at great value prices. With everything from the latest gadgets, underlayers and footwear to helmets, salopettes and snowsuits for the kids – Aldi has everything families need to enjoy the slopes. 

But the gear is not just for the skiers amongst us, if the weather is going to be as bad as its predicted (I don't believe it until I see it, but it can't hurt to be prepared.)

 These rather funky looking ski jackets are only £19.99

The adult winter boots are £15.99 per pair. Asa bought some of these last year and they are amazing, he had the warmest feet out of all of us!

But its not just for adults, there are lots of items for the children too, Tyrus has been sent a pair of these snuggly winter boots, a bargain at just £8.99. They are so fluffy inside I considered wearing them on my hands as gloves!!

And even the smaller children aren't forgotten, the infant snowsuits will definitely keep the youngest members of the family toastie warm. At £9.99 and ages 3 moths to 3 years, every little person will have a blast in the snow, knowing they won't ever get cold.

But my complete favourite of all the fantastic products available are these....

Audio Earmuffs. My three eldest children seem to have their mp3 players in their ears permanently, now they can do it, but have warm ears too.

These fabulous earmuffs cost £6.99 and I shall definitely be popping down tomorrow to try and grab some, before they all go.

All of the Ski Wear will be in the Aldi stores from Thursday 5th December, but be quick as they are special buys and once they have gone, there will be no more....

Aldi - One Stop Christmas Shop

After I found out my exciting news, I started to browse the Aldi website and was amazed by the upcoming products.

Aldi today revealed it’s cutting back the cost of Christmas by unveiling its ‘one stop Christmas gift shop’. Ticking mum, dad, the children and even grandma and grandad off the costly Christmas gift list, the retailer’s ‘one stop shop’ caters for the whole family with a whole host of gifts at just a fraction of the typically pricey Christmas splurge.

Now, you may, like me be a little sceptical when you see items priced so cheaply, maybe thinking that the quality may not be as good, or they won't last as long, so I challenged Aldi to prove me wrong....

Our house ADORES socks, don't ask me why, but everyone has crazy coloured socks or characters on them, Eowyn can often be found going to school in Minnie Mouse socks and Kaide in Star Wars, Neva will lift her trouser leg to reveal crazy striped socks and Xene and Lochlan use the weekend to display a vast array of colour, as they have to wear plain black to high school.

Every Christmas, My stocking is filled with various brightly coloured socks with different motifs on them, so when I saw that Aldi were going to be selling Character Socks, at £2.59 for two pairs, I was intrigued.

I have been sent the Betty Boop socks to review, unfortunately, Xene saw the parcel arrive and promptly took them, next thing I know, she has them on her feet!!

She says that they are very comfortable and not too tight, they kept her feet warm whilst on a Rugby Treasure Hunt. At less than £1.30 per pair, I think they are extremely good value for money.

The character socks will be in store from Thursday 28th November.

Along with some other fabulous gifts for the men in your life !! 

Mens wool socks £2.99, Adult winter hats £3.59, Men's pyjamas £8.99, these will certainly be welcome in our house, and by both grandads!

Another item that caught my eye was Ladies Sherpa Fleece Booties.

I do not have a very good track record with slippers! I definitely get on better with the boot style, and when I saw these will be on sale in Aldi stores from 12th December for just £3.99.

I LOVE them! they are like walking on cotton wool, my feet are so warm in them, my only negative is that they have material bottoms, so I have to remember not to step outside on the patio in them!!

The ones that I have are size 2/5 which is quite a range, although my two big footed daughters can't get in them which is a bonus and means I have a pair for myself!!

At the same time there will be Ladies onesies, now I have never been a fan of these, but all of my friends tell me I will love them, at £8.99 maybe I will give one a try!!

I shall be bringing you more Aldi Special Buys, so keep an eye out for them

Exciting News!!

Don't panic, I am NOT pregnant again...

Did anyone enter this competition on facebook ?

I was absolutely amazed to receive an email informing me that I have been chosen as one of the ten lucky winners, with nine mouths to feed and Christmas looming, it has to be THE most fantastic news ever!!

And the best part is they don't just do food, every week they produce magazines, listing upcoming special buys and products that are due to hit the shelves, everything from gardening equipment to kids clothing.

So, I have spoken with the lovely lady today about my prize and it consists of £70 per week for 52 weeks, and they are being printed as we speak, so I should have them very soon and then I can start spending!!

Already, Asa and I have been scanning the Aldi website to see what is coming to the store soon, the only negative thing is that some of the special buys go really quickly, so I shall be queued up straight after the school run, like a military operation if there is something I desperately want!!

Follow our Aldi Shopping for a year, its going to be fun xxx