Aldi launches ‘high-end baubles’ based on wacky items including air fryers, chainsaws and pressure washer
Aldi has launched a range of high-end baubles – based on the wackiest items found in its middle aisle.
The pack includes a life-like miniature festive version of the famous inflatable hot tubs the supermarket sells in the summer.
While bargain lovers can randomly hang an air fryer from their Christmas tree, if they so wish – which has become a customer favourite selling out in two days and shifting 70,000 units to date.
And curiously the set of decorations even includes an exquisitely ornate chainsaw, heated airer and pressure washer.
The baubles have been made in 3D-printed resin, with hand-made finishing.
They have all been based on the most popular buys and whacky items sold by the supermarket this year, in store and online.
A spokesperson said: “We know our Specialbuy items are the talk of the town, so we thought why not add a little festive cheer to celebrate our weird and wonderful items from Aldi’s middle aisle?
“From hot tubs to air fryers, these are the must haves on your tree this year.”
The supermarket also polled 2,000 adults to explore their shopping habits and found 77 per cent of Aldi shoppers admit to coming out of a store with a Specialbuy purchase, having only popped in for a quick food shop.
Nine in 10 (90 per cent) of these visit the middle aisle when doing their weekly shop, regardless of whether they buy anything.
Nearly two-thirds (64 per cent) look forward to visiting the middle aisle when they shop.
And 84 per cent have gone into a store just to see what’s on offer there.
How to look after your real Christmas tree
HERE'S what you need to know if you're buying a real Christmas tree:
First thing’s first: buy a pot (if it doesn’t come in one already).
You’ll need to treat your tree just like a houseplant and give it water and attention.
Make sure the container has good drainage – and it’s a good idea to put something underneath to catch the excess water.
Check the soil everyday to make sure it’s not drying out.
If it feels dry, give it some water. If it still feels moist, leave it alone as too much water can also kill a tree.
Also check the LED bulbs on your tree lights aren’t too hot as they could burn it, and keep your tree away from radiators.
When Christmas is over, try planting it in the garden so you can dig it up and use it again next year.
It’s a good idea to take it out of its pot when you do re-plant it though, as large trees don’t survive well in pots as their roots need space to grow.