Okay, I'm about to save you a small fortune this Easter weekend. I literally spent three hours yesterday wandering the hallowed middle aisle at my local Aldi, notebook in hand, getting funny looks from the staff. Worth it though.
First things first - don't even THINK about rolling up on Sunday. They're closed. I made that mistake last year and ended up staring at locked doors like a fool while my partner took photos for posterity. Never living that down.
The Pressure Washer That Made My Neighbor Jealous
Listen. If your patio looks anything like mine did last week (think: abandoned crime scene with mysterious green patches), you need to grab their Small Pressure Washer for £39.99. It's basically a Karcher knockoff that works just as well.
I bought one last summer and my neighbor Dave actually came over to ask where I got it. When I told him the price, his response: "You're kidding me. I just spent £140 on mine." Poor Dave.
There's also a Patio and Wall Cleaner for £24.99 that's £50 cheaper than the Bosch version. Honestly, these things are like therapy for control freaks. Watching teh dirt disappear in perfect lines is... weirdly satisfying.
DIY Stuff That Won't Bankrupt You
My husband went absolutely nuts over the Corded Mini Circular Saw (£39.99). It's £100 less than the Bosch equivalent, which is insane when you think about it.
I'm more excited about the Foldable Worktable for £14.99. We live in a flat with zero storage, and this thing folds up to practically nothing.
There's also a saw set for just £5.99. Five ninety-nine! That's less than a fancy coffee and sandwich these days.
Wait... a £17 Video Doorbell?!
So this is wild.
Aldi's selling a Video Doorbell for £16.99 that's basically a Ring doorbell dupe. My sister paid nearly £100 for hers back in 2018, and I'm still hearing about how "life-changing" it is. Now I can finally join the video doorbell club without eating ramen for a month.
They've also got a Decoy Security Camera Light for £9.99 which... I mean, is it wrong to trick potential burglars? Asking for a friend.
The Champagne Situation You Need to Know About
Between all the DIY and gardening stuff, I almost missed that Aldi's slashed their champagne prices for Easter. After spending £4K on home renovations last year, I feel like I deserve a glass or three.
And if you're doing the whole Easter roast thing, they've reduced some veg to just 15p. FIFTEEN PENCE. That's like... 1990s prices. Grab it before Saturday though, or you'll be paying full whack again.
The Chocolate Situation (Because Priorities)
XL Cadbury Easter eggs for £2.99. That's all you need to know.
Actually, no, that's not all. I bought four yesterday. Don't judge me - two are "gifts" (we'll see if they make it till Sunday).
Timing Is Everything
If you've ever experienced the special hell that is Aldi on a bank holiday weekend, you'll appreciate this tip: go early. Like, embarrassingly early. I'm talking 8am with bedhead and yesterday's mascara smudged under your eyes.
I went at 10am last Easter Saturday and it was like trying to navigate through a zombie apocalypse, except everyone was armed with shopping carts instead of chainsaws.
God. The middle aisle brings out something primal in people.
The Garden Furniture Teaser
Word on the street is they're launching new garden furniture in the coming weeks. Last year I waited too long and missed out on that rattan sofa set that was everywhere on Instagram. Not making that mistake again - I've already set a calendar reminder like I'm waiting for concert tickets.
Anyway, if you see a woman filling her cart with pressure washers and champagne this weekend... come say hi. Or don't, because I'll probably look deranged with middle-aisle fever.
Happy hunting!
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