‘Essential purchase’ cry Aldi shoppers as supermarket launches 6ft Christmas inflatable for under £20
IT’S officially November which means Halloween is over and Christmas fever is starting to take hold.
And festive cheer has definitely arrived in Aldi.
The budget supermarket has launched a huge variety of Xmas must-haves that won’t break the bank.
So if you want to get a head start on the festive spirit and stock up on holiday buys, you’ve come to the right place.
From tinsel wreaths and string lights, to Christmas figures and wooden toys, Aldi’s magical Christmas décor range starts at just £1.99.
But like with all Specialbuys – once they’re gone, they’re gone.
The German retailer took to social media to give shoppers a first look at the new buys, leaving many racing to their nearest store.
Their short video revealed that “Christmas has arrived in the Middle Aisle” as they asked fans “What will you be grabbing first?”
Supermarket bosses then advised shoppers: “Run, don’t walk, Aldi Christmas decor.”
And there’s an oversized decoration that’s definitely grabbing people’s attention.
The six foot gingerbread man inflatables is priced at just £19.99, and will make sure your outdoor decorations hit the sweet spot.
Not only are they easy to inflate, but they’ll turn your home into a Winter Wonderland in no time at all.
The jumbo inflatable weighs just over 1kg and has a 5m power cable, with Aldi bosses joking it is so impressive it will “blow people away”.
They added: “Everyone will love this 6ft Inflatable Gingerbread by Perfect Christmas.
“Create your very own winter wonderland with this inflatable.
“Sleigh your outdoor decorations this year with a full festive display. Transform your entrance and celebrate the festive season in style.”
The Instagram clip, which was posted on the official @aldispecialbuysuk page has since gone viral, racking up 235,000 views.
And people are already desperate to get their hands on it.
“6ft inflatable gingerbread man seems like an essential purchase”, insisted one.
A second wrote: “The inflatable gingerbread man”, accompanied by the ‘okay’ emoji.
“Walk in for bread and come out with a 6 foot Christmas inflatable”, added someone else.
Meanwhile, a fourth gushed: “Christmas has officially arrived!”
Not only are the middle aisles full with festive Specialbuys, but there’s also a selection of paint your own wooden toy decorations which little ones are sure to love.
The wooden craft kits are just £3.49 each and you can choose from a nutcracker, Christmas tree, bauble, reindeer and a snowman.
These fun buys are sure to get you into the festive spirit and will leave you with a cute memento that’ll look great on your mantelpiece.
How to save money on Christmas shopping
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.