I’m a supermarket worker – this is my list of the top five items to buy in Christmas sales and it’s not all food
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A FORMER supermarket worker has shared his list of the top five items to buy in the Christmas sales – and it’s “not all food”. Alasdair Baker has shared his expert advice on everything from yellow sticker bargains to budgeting like a pro. The dad-of-two from Aldershot, Hampshire, who used to work at Morrisons, is already getting ready to nab deals during the festive interim period.
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He estimates to have saved around £750 this year and aims for the same in 2025. And he’s more than happy to share his secrets to getting the most for your buck – including the best items to purchase now, what to avoid and which supermarket he favours most and why.
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While most people might want to avoid any more festive purchases, this is actually the perfect time to plan for Crimbo 2025. Alasdair said: “Take advantage of any Christmas-themed reductions, first and foremost. “Look for discounted decorations, wrapping paper, Christmas crackers, Christmas cards and anything else you might normally spend money on in December.
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“These types of things don’t have a shelf life and will be perfect for next Christmas.". He also said that his Christmas crackers for this year had been bought for under £1 just after last year's festivities. Alasdair added: “I’ve already seen Christmas cards priced between 10p and 50p in a supermarket convenience store, wrapping paper for 20p a roll.
