SAVVY shoppers are rushing to Aldi to get their hands on bargain home accessories scanning for just pennies.
The set of three textured vases in cream costs a mere 49p and for that you get three different styles.
A shopper on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group posted her find saying simply “49p Aldi!”
Other members immediately reacted. “This is what I was looking for,” cried one woman, who said she hadn’t been able to find them.
“I paid £1.99 last week,” said another.
A third poster simply added “Wow!”
The vase set was originally on sale in Aldi’s middle aisle for £4.99 and available in neutral shades grey and beige, as well as cream, to suit all styles of decor.
According to Aldi they are “perfect for filling with flowers or pampas grass” and tap into the trend for more organic forms in home decoration, emphasised by their textured finish.
We announced their arrival back in June so this is the retailer clearing stock for new lines, but at a tenth of their original price, they’re worth getting your hands on before they disappear for good.
Bear in mind availability will vary between stores – you can find Aldi’s store locator on its website.
B&M has an almost identical three-vase set on its website for £6, or this Bubble Paper Mache version selling for £5 and this Circular Sculpture for £6.
H&M, too, has a similar set in light beige, but these mini stoneware vases will set you back £12.99.
Tesco launched its new homewares range last month and you can find a cute recycled heart vase for just £3 and an apothecary-style bud vase for only £1.50.
To get the most for your money always shop around, comparing prices between retailers.
Use platforms such as Google Shopping and apps such Latest Deals or Trolley to check the best prices on particular products.
Check out discount code websites and sign up to cashback sites, including Quidco and TopCashback to earn money while you spend.
Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK are a great way to discover what’s on offer in a wealth of stores, while following your favourite brands on social media and signing up to their newsletters mean you’ll be first to hear about new deals and discounts.
For other ways to save at Aldi keep an eye on their regular special buys, check for price reductions in store and on the website, and watch out for red stickers while you’re doing your grocery shop.
Speaking of groceries, Aldi’s Super Six is another great way to save money on your shopping, with six fruit and vegetables on special offer every fortnight.
Signing up to the Aldi newsletter will also bring you special offers from time to time and look out for money-off vouchers in newspapers.
WHEN it comes to shopping at Aldi, the best time to do so depends on what you want to buy.
For reduced items – when shops open
Red sticker items are rare at Aldi’s 830 UK stores, but the supermarket says that none of its food goes to waste so there are some to be found – if you’re quick.
A spokesman for the supermarket said: “All items are reduced to 50 per cent of the recommend sales price before stores open on their best before or use by dates.”
That means you have the best chance of finding reduced food items if you go into stores as soon as it opens.
Opening times vary by shop but a majority open from 7am or 8am. You can find your nearest store’s times by using the supermarket’s online shop finder tool.
For Specialbuys – Thursdays and Sundays
Specialbuys are Aldi’s weekly collection of items that it doesn’t normally sell, which can range from pizza ovens to power tools.
New stock comes into stores every Thursday and Sunday, so naturally, these are the best days to visit for the best one-off special deals.
For an even better chance of bagging the best items, head there for your local store’s opening time.
Remember: once they’re gone, they’re gone, so if there’s something you really want, visit as early as possible
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