Author: Niki

If you’re looking to find some cool stuff, but don’t want to buy anything expensive, you’ve come to the right place! These items we have found are not only cheap but they’re also really useful and fun. And, as you may have guessed from the title, they’re all under £10.

Uno Card Game

Who doesn’t love playing UNO? This is one of the most classic card games than pretty much anyone can play. It doesn’t take up much space and is perfect if you’re going to the beach or on a picnic and want a fun activity. Get yours for only £5.60!

“UNO is simple to learn for anyone of any age. It is a fabulously fun game to play and the more people there are playing, the better. We always carry a pack of these cards when we go out somewhere as it’s far more fun than just sitting looking at your phone like the rest of the walking dead you see these days.”

says Nez

Cable Organizer Bag

This one will come in handy both at home and when you’re traveling. With this you won’t have to look through your entire luggage or house to find the right cable, USB drive or charger. The bag is also water resistant so it will keep all your electronics dry and safe! Get one here for only £9.39.

“This is a simple but perfect item for an obsessive tidying-up person like me. and it absolutely enhancing my life happiness. No messy chargers, no missing cables. Everything stays in palpable and clear place. Plus the price is just less half than other similar brand with same quality. Strongly recommend!”

says Dexu Fu

Massage Roller Ball

Who doesn’t love massages? If you do but don’t feel like splurging on a fancy massage treatment, then get this massage roller instead. It will not only feel good but can also help loosen up tight muscles and release stress points. Plus, you can decide the pressure yourself to make it perfect for you! Get yours for £7.99.

“I LOVE this product. I travel a lot with work and am on my feet for many hours a day and i never travel without this bad boy now.

It can get in areas a foam roller cannot. Specifcally great on my feet and shoulders.“

says Amazon Customer

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Even though stay-at-home orders are starting to get lifted, we’re still likely to spend more time than usual at home this summer. Instead of seeing it as wasted time when you should be traveling or going to parties, see it as a great way of finding new fun things to do at home! Now is the time to do everything you have though about before but never found the time to actually do, which is why we have found 5 things for you that could be fun to try out!

Read a Book

If you don’t have anything to do, reading a book is a great activity! If you really get sucked into a book and the story, time can truly fly by. This book has been praised by many, including New York Magazine, Vogue, Vox, John Green and many more. It remains a bestseller years after its release, which shows how good it is. Get a paperback copy for £8.99!

“The best book I have read this year . The author creates characters who are likeable and who I could empathize while also showing their vulnerable and darker side. This book would be a good choice for older teens too . I could not put this book down and I highly recommend it.”

says Jay Hughes

Organize Your Home

Another thing a lot of people have started doing while in quarantine is organizing their homes and maybe even redecorating it! There’s just something satisfying about seeing a complete mess turned into a place where you can actually find your stuff. A good place to start is with your cleaning your closet, and perhaps these drawer organizers can help you organize your socks or underwear! Get a pack of 2 for £14.99.

“Perfect to organise messy sock drawers. Good size compartments for all types of socks. You can easily fit 2 pairs of ankle socks in one compartment or a pair of chunky winter socks. I will definitely buy more in the future.”

says Amazon Customer

The much anticipated summer is finally here! With sunny and warm days, there’s nothing better than heading down to the beach. But before you do so, there are a couple of things you need to bring with you. Whether you’re going by yourself for some alone time or going with friends, we have found 6 items you need to make your beach experience the best possible.

Beach Bag

You need something to carry your sunscreen, towel and water in. This bag is perfect for the beach since the bottom is waterproof while the mesh on top makes it lightweight. It has 7 outside pockets which makes it easier to organize and find your stuff, while the inside zipper pouch will keep your personal stuff protected. Get yours for only £14.99.

“Best bag ever, fits towels, drinks, snacks, lotions. Very handy for the beach and near the pool. Cleans easily, no mess, the additional pockets are very useful and it packs away in a small size bag which doubles up as a large purse to keep wallets and other bits plus waterproof.”

says Angie123

Cooler Box

Unless you like drinking lukewarm or hot water, you need a cooler for drinks. Instead having to carry one of those heavy, plastic coolers, get this one that looks nice while still being practical! You can fit up to 48 cans in the larger one and will keep them cold for 8-12 hours. Get one here for £29.99!

“Very good, used for 4 days packed with ice cubes on a daily basis. Keeps drinks cold throughout all day, we used it in Spain. Would recommend to others.”

says Sanj Rai

Waterproof Phone Case

This phone case is good for the beach because not only will it protect your phone from water but also sand getting stuck in it. What’s especially cool is that you can dive 30 meters under water and it will still work, plus it allows you to take clear photos and videos underwater with the touchscreen and clear plastic! Get a pack of 2 for only £6.99!

“Brilliant and waterproof. We were fully submersed in water with these and no water, not even a drip got into the phones. There was no condensation inside the case either which was brilliant as the quality of our photos were as natural as possible. Brilliant product for a brilliant price. I highly recommend.“

says Olivia

Gifting can be hard, even if you know the person you’re gifting really well. No matter if it’s for your mom, dad, a special someone or your best friend, it can seem impossible to find something they will actually like and use. Luckily, we have found the best gifts for all types of people and interests that I guarantee they will love!

Gifts Hamper

What’s something everyone enjoys? Food! There’s no way anyone wouldn’t appreciate this gifts hamper. This one has a variety of food including shortbread, pralines, tea, coffee and much more. What’s especially good about this one is that you can send it directly to your friend with a personalized gift message! Buy one here for £39.00.

“These are absolutely wonderful – I have spent hours looking at various hampers online for M&S, John Lewis etc but none of them seem like such good value and such good products in them as this one. It’s a really lovely gift which doesn’t cost too much – looks impressive and my family really liked it! I’d definitely buy more of these!”

says PeanutButterCup2018

5 Ingredients Cook Book

We could all use some help when it comes to cooking. Often, though, I find cookbooks to be way too complicated or require too many ingredients, and end up never using them. This cookbook is filled with quick and easy recipes that only require 5 ingredients! The recipes are so simple yet delicious and will serve as a perfect gift to anyone. Get it here for £13.00.

“This book had literally changed my life. After living on ready made meals most of my life the idea of eating better appealed to me. Then Jamie came along with the fantastic idea of putting this collection of recipes together all with just 5 ingredients. Game changer for me cooking fresh every single day. No ready meals, no takeaways. Losing weight, feeling better and enjoying cooking. My son has loved everything I have cooked so far. Brilliant idea! Brilliant book!”

says Amazon Customer

Scratch Travel Map

This travel map is a great gift even if the one receiving it doesn’t love traveling, since it looks nice just as a wall decoration. However, it’s extra fun if your friend enjoys traveling since this map allows you to scratch off the places you’ve visited, revealing a colorful, detailed map underneath. It’s really easy to use and will definitely be appreciated as a gift! Get one for £14.99.

“I got this map as a gift for my friend who loves to travel – and he went nuts! We both thought it was so cute, and later found a version of this at Urban Outfitters for 3x the price!! Was very happy for this purchase and would recommend it to others.“

says Samantha Cookson

Hiking doesn’t have to mean you’re going hiking for days, sleeping in a tent and cooking food on portable stoves. It can also mean hiking up a smaller hill or on well-marked paths (like the Hollywood hills). No matter your skill level, there are some common items that will make your hikes SO much easier and save you the struggles of being dehydrated or hiking with blisters. That’s why we have found 6 items that will help you with those problems!

Nutrition Bars

If you’re going to hike a little bit further, you will need some energy to fuel you. These bars will certainly fill you up and won’t melt even in hot temperatures! They are perfect for a hike and are easy to keep in your pocket or a small bag. CLIF bars come in many different flavors, but this particular kit is peanut butter crunch (my personal favorite). Get a pack of 12 bars for £18.65!

“I recently went to Asia on holiday and even in 35 degree heat they didn’t melt or go sticky. They’re also quite light, so I put one or two in my back pack to snack on throughout the day, which came in very handy on long journeys. They taste delicious and are a pleasure to eat!! I shared a few with travelling companions, who also said they were delicious!”

says Miss C.

Backpack

You need a backpack to carry all the essentials with you. This backpack is more aimed for those who go on shorter hikes and only need water, sunscreen, snacks and smaller items. However, it can still hold 30 liters and is waterproof to protect your stuff. It’s also super lightweight and will be perfect for a day hike! Get yours for only £14.99!

“This back pack is amazing. It is capacious and light with 3 different sized pockets plus some internal ones. Empty – you can lift it with your little finger. Just what I needed.”

says Anne B

Power Bank

Even if we all wish to go on a hike and be isolated from the outside world, having your phone run out of battery is not fun. It can even be dangerous if you get lost and need to call someone. What you need for this problem is a portable charger. This one is perfect because it’s really light and it will charge your phone extremely fast with its 4.8A outputs. Plus, it only costs £12.98!

“Absolutely delighted with this, looks a lot more expensive than the money I paid for it. It arrived on time, well packaged and I was over the moon when I saw it and it was already 90% charged! It’s not often that happens. Charged my iPhone a lot quicker and the dinky wee torch is an added bonus to an already great product!!

says Mo M

Even though nail salons are starting to open up, it’s still way more expensive to get a manicure at a beauty salon than at home. Of course, getting your nails done somewhere else is a different experience, but doing them at home can be just as fun! These 5 items that we have found will make you manicure not only cheaper but also help your nails look just as good as if it was done by a professional.

Nail Polish Holder

Applying nail polish can be a struggle, but hopefully this item will help you with that. It’s especially handy when you’re trying to apply nail polish where you don’t have a flat surface. Simply place it on your fingers like a ring and put any nail polish in the holder, and you’re set! Get yours for £9.99.

“I am very happy with this product. It fits all kinds of nail polish bottles and holds them firmly in place. Makes painting your nails so much easier when you don’t like to sit down at a table for it. It also doesn’t limit the movement of your fingers or holds them really tightly together, as I had assumed before. Pleasantly surprised!”

says Christina

LED Nail Lamp
If you’re someone who loves gel nails but haven’t been able to get them done recently, this product is for you! This LED lamp has UV lights and will dry gel nail polish 3 times faster than regular LED lamps. It also has a handle so it’s easy to carry around. For only £19.99, I’m guessing some of you will continue to use this instead of going to the salon in the future.

“Really impressed by this led lamp. Dried my gel vanish in under 60 seconds at a time & didn’t have any issues with fitting 4 fingers under then both my thumbs at the same time. Would definitely recommend for the price.”

says Chantelle

Hand Mask

Lastly, you need to give your hands some love too. Especially now with all the hand sanitizing and washing, we could all use some moisture for our particularly dry hands. This hand mask is a glove infused with collagen, serum and vitamins to repair your skin, give them a vitamin boost and improve their appearance. For only £9.99 you get 4 pairs!

“These hand moisturizing packs are great. Really make my hands feel hydrated and pampered. My hands are very dry will all the current need for washing and I find that these gloves really do make my hands feel nice and soft afterwards.”

says Natalie

We all fall for the trap of buying something that seems to be at an unbelievably low price. Sometimes, that item might actually turn out to be of good quality, but more often that not that’s not the case. And sometimes you buy disposable things that are cheap in the moment but that becomes expensive as you have to replace it.That’s why we have found the best items that will save you money in the long run by being high-quality and by eliminating the need to constantly buy new stuff!

Instant Pot

This pot is a miracle product for your kitchen. Instead of having to buy many different pots and appliances, this one will do the job of all of them! It is a pressure cooker, rice cooker, egg cooker, sauté pan, steamer, food warmer and much more, all in one. Buying this one item will save you so much money, and is surely going to be one of your most used appliances. Buy it now for £99.99.

“This is my first Instant Pot and I’m loving it. I have been using pressure cookers my whole life (just the simple ones that you use on stove – and they are very scary) and I feel totally safe using the Instant Pot. It has been just 4 days but so far I have cooked all the dishes I was afraid to do in a normal pressure cooker and it’s great. I highly recommend it.”

says Clara

Makeup Cloths

I don’t understand how this cloth works, because it simply seems too good to be true. Instead of having to buy disposable makeup wipes, you can just get this cloth that can be reused hundreds of times! Just wet the cloth in warm water and wipe your face, and it will remove even the toughest of makeup. Get it now for £14.89.

“For anyone out there that hasn’t used a makeup eraser, please do! It removes ALL your makeup including mascara with just warm water. I used cleanser after to make sure it was all off but there was no need. Fabulous product and saves you money in the long run.”

says Emma Butcher

Vacuum Food Sealer

With this machine, you won’t have to worry about your food getting spoiled and having to throw it away. This one can store any left-overs, from rice to bananas and meat. It can actually keep food fresh up to 7 times better than normal storing methods! Now you can buy and cook food in bulk and not have to worry it being spoiled, which will save you a lot of money. Get this one for £49.99.

“Wow wish I had one of these sooner! These are a life saver great for storing all types of food.. great for back to school lunches ect“

says shannon l.

Now that summer is here, we need some things to keep ourselves busy! Since we can’t really travel this summer, it’s a good opportunity to stay at home in your garden and spend some time with your family. A great way of doing this is by playing games together (just make sure you don’t get too competitive or that might ruin the mood). That’s why we have found some fun games you can play with your family outdoors!

Kubb

If you’re not from Sweden, you might not have heard about this game before. It’s one of the most classic games to play with your family or friends, and doesn’t require much space. Basically, you try to take down your opponents’ knights by throwing sticks on them, and eventually take down the king. Just spend a little bit of time to learn it and you will have lots fun for the entire summer! Get this set for £44.99.

“This is a Swedish game that I’d first played in Sweden. This game is perfectly recreated. The wood is extremely good quality and comes in a useful carry bag. I like the game which is fun for all the family and comes with instructions. Can be played by 2 people or lots of people! Nothing to dislike – may the best team win. Perfect fun for a summers day.”

says Family man with children

Dart Set

Everyone loves to play darts, and many of us has probably found ourselves playing it at a bar late at night with some friends. But since we can’t go to bars anymore, why not bring the fun to our own home? This dart set looks professional and has everything you need (and more), and the quality is amazing! Now available for £36.90.

“Quality product with everything you need to start playing darts. In these unusual times where public socialising is prohibited it’s actually great to reconnect with the family and rediscover the great game of darts!”

says Philfiftythree

Badminton Set

Last but not least, a badminton set is an item that will keep you and your family busy all summer. While some games are fun to play every once in a while, badminton is the kind of activity you can do all the time without getting tired of it! These rackets is designed to minimize air resistance, improve stability and increase the likelihood of hitting (which I know I could need). It also comes with two shuttlecock. Get yours now for £29.99.

“Love this! I wasn’t sure I wanted to pay £30 for this at first but it had better reviews than cheaper sets and we have used it almost every day since we got it. Great to get in some exercise and fun especially whilst staying home more at the moment. The set is good quality and the best £30 I’ve spent in a while.“

says Amy

I know running can be really difficult, especially if you haven’t gone on a run in a long time. Many see it as a dreadful activity and prefer any other type of workout. However, once you start running and get into a routine it can actually be quite fun (or at least make you feel proud of yourself afterwards). Running doesn’t require much equipment, but these items we have found might make running a little bit easier and maybe even more fun!

Running Shoes
Perhaps the most important thing when it comes to running is a good pair of running shoes. Your shoes can completely change your run, and if they’re not well made they can lead to injuries. If there’s one thing worth spending a little bit more money on, it’s a good pair of running shoes. These Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 36 are great for running and will last a long time, plus they’re designed to give you an extra push! Prices start at £77.26.

“I bought these shoes for daily running, they arrived in perfect conditions and earlier than expected. They are very light and comfortable, it feels like flying. I have a skinny foot and normally have a 37 EU size here I bought the 38.5 and they fit perfectly. Really happy”

says Emma

Bluetooth Headphones
I don’t know about you, but I can’t run without some good, motivating music. But I also know it can be a struggle to find a good pair that doesn’t fall out of my ears, or a pair with high quality sound. These headphones help with all those problems! They are sweat-resistant, have HD sound, bluetooth connection, ear wings that come in 4 different sizes to fit everyone and much more. I couldn’t ask for anything better. And, best of all, they only cost £32.52!

“These little headphone are great. I was pleasantly surprised about the sound quality and ease of setup – just a couple of minutes and I was up and running (literally). I bought these headphone to use when running and in the gym and they are perfect, especially considering the price. I also love the little zip pouch that came with them. Really useful, keeps them tangle free, and perfect for storing in my gym bag. All in all an excellent buy.”

says Mrs V Burman

Now that most of us will be spending the summer at home, it can be fun to find some new activities and hobbies to keep ourselves busy. Watching tv series and movies or looking at social media can become a little bit boring after a while. That’s why we have found some items that are entertaining and might help bring out your creative side!

Bullet Journal Kit

Bullet journals are a really fun way of organizing your life! A bullet journal doesn’t just need to be a calendar with all the tasks you need to complete each day. They can include places you want to visit, goals for the year or new songs you have found. It’s a great way to keep yourself organized and inspired while being creative. You can decorate the inside however you want with fun colors and doodles. This kit is a little more expensive but comes with colored pens, stencils, stickers and washi tape! Get yours now for £26.99.

“Love it! Cant wait to get started on bullet journaling, pages are numbers and has an index/contents! Stickers are adorable and stencils will be so handy. Great little packaged and arrived next day even during lockdown 👍🏻”

says D

Tie-Dye

Most of us probably tie-dyed shirts as a kid, but this is a really fun activity for adults too. The tie-dye print has made a comeback recently and is seen on runways and celebrities. Instead of buying a pre-made tie-dye shirt, why not make your own? This way, you can choose the exact colors you want and it will spark your creative side. This kit has 8 colors as well as protective gloves, rubber bands and extra dye packets. And all of this will only cost you £18.99!

“This tie dye kit is brilliant, my two daughters found it easy to use and it has given them hours of fun during lockdown – they have both dyed 5 T-shirt’s each and there is lots of dye left- the gloves are also reusable. It says to wash the T-shirt’s after 24 hours although they discovered that you can wash them earlier it just made the dye a lighter shade – they both really enjoyed experimenting with the colours and making different designs 🙂 Would definitely recommend:)”

says Mrs VL Gardiner