Giveaway £50 Argos Gift Card
You lucky readers of Cheshire Mum have the chance to win a £50 gift voucher, courtesy of Argos. With a range of children’s toys, children’s clothes, homewares and pretty much everything under the sun – you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Whether you have a birthday coming up, you’ve got your eye on something for the kids, or you just want to treat yourself for being such a fabulous mummy, there’s plenty to choose from – chad valley toys, jewellery and everything in-between.
You could even treat you and the children to something you can secretly enjoy, too. For example, do you remember having sylvanian families as a child? You’re in luck – Argos has plenty! This is a present that the whole family can enjoy – you can indulge in nostalgia and the kids will be kept entertained.
To enter just leave me a blog comment telling me what you’d buy if you won. Me? I have diary chocker full with 3 year old and 5 year old birthday parties I would stock up my present box. There are additional entry options if you so wish. The competition will close at midnight on 31st May 2012.
The winner will be selected at random from all entries received using Rafflecopter. The winner will be notified within 28 days of the closing date. The prize is as stated: no cash alternatives are available. This competition is open to UK entrants only.
Category: competition | Tags: Argos Competition, Argos Gift Cards, Chad Valley, Sylvanian Families 189 comments »
May 8th, 2012 at 8:58 pm
I’d buy storage boxes. Totes rock ‘n roll me.
May 8th, 2012 at 9:03 pm
I’d start buying stuff for Christmas!
May 8th, 2012 at 9:11 pm
More lego for my 2 year old, his current favourite (and mine) toy!
May 8th, 2012 at 9:16 pm
If I were to win i’d Spoil myself to some new headphones.
May 8th, 2012 at 9:21 pm
If I won I would buy a new printer as mine has just died.
May 8th, 2012 at 9:26 pm
Ohhhhhh if I won I would have to buy the baby stuff I still need and am stressing about non stop. It would be a godsend for one very stressed mumma to be xx
May 8th, 2012 at 9:30 pm
I like the stocking up on presents idea. I want to buy Photoshop for me though so I might put it towards that. Or I’d love storage boxes for the top of my wardrobe. Hmm might take me a while to decide!
May 8th, 2012 at 9:30 pm
If I was lucky enough to win I would buy the Handy Manny musical/dancing tool box as it is one of George’s favourite Disney cartoons oh and its his 1st birthday in June. Good luck everyone x
May 8th, 2012 at 9:35 pm
I need a decent toaster. I’m struggling with one thats a bit temperamental but all these kitchens items are so expensive and the money keeps getting spent on other more important things that always keep going wrong.
May 8th, 2012 at 9:42 pm
I’d put it towards a new camera
@baggiesbabe69
May 8th, 2012 at 11:02 pm
I would put towards a single bed for Emmy, I’m sick of her in mine as she hates her toddler bed with a passion
May 8th, 2012 at 11:05 pm
Playmobil! Or star wars Lego. Or both
May 9th, 2012 at 4:51 am
I’ve just squeezed a small office space into my bedroom complete with a gorgeous Argos desk but I need shelves and bits and pieces.
OR… a bench for the garden,well outside the back door so I can sit and watch my two lovelies running around in comfort
May 9th, 2012 at 5:09 am
I just spent a fortune buying clothes from Argos for my eldest upcoming birthday as i love the range – if i won i would buy more
May 9th, 2012 at 8:07 am
I would put it towards a bike for myself, once my little boy has mastered 2 wheels i want to get a bike back so we can go family bike rides again
May 9th, 2012 at 9:06 am
I’d buy something for my Mum and Dad as they have helped us out so much lately.
May 9th, 2012 at 9:21 am
I’d treat my Mum to some new, easy to handle kitchen gadgets to replace the old ones that her arthritic handscan no longer cope with.
May 9th, 2012 at 9:26 am
Morning, educational toys, for two great gran children
May 9th, 2012 at 9:57 am
I would treat my children to some new outdoor toys/activities, we had a big Spring clear out and anything which they had outgrown was either recycled or passed on to a new home so, I’d like to replace the items ready for summer fun.
May 9th, 2012 at 10:02 am
If I was your lucky winner – I would put it towards a new hoover – mine is held together with tape and a rubber band!
May 9th, 2012 at 10:07 am
I would buy the bread maker I’ve wanted for a long time, the 1 I like us £49.99 this would be wonderful, xx
May 9th, 2012 at 10:11 am
Something nice for my mummy
May 9th, 2012 at 10:16 am
I would buy my son a scooter, all his friends seem to have one & he is desperate to join in the fun. I would be fab to win & buy him one to enjoy through the summer (if we get one lol!!)
May 9th, 2012 at 10:27 am
I would buy some headphones! I have a teenage daughter lol
May 9th, 2012 at 12:49 pm
I would buy some new frying pans
May 9th, 2012 at 3:33 pm
Kitchen products.
May 9th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
I’d put it towards a breadmaker, as I’ve wanted one for years.
May 9th, 2012 at 4:29 pm
It’s birthday season in our house so it would go towards birthday presents!
May 9th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
I’d put it towards a new washing machine as I’ve just come home to a kitchen full of water !!!!
May 9th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
I need to get all my paperwork and files organised, so I think a new filing cabinet would be really useful
May 10th, 2012 at 6:18 am
I’d get a slide for my 2 year olds birthday! He is obsessed by sliding everywhere! It will save my wooden floors from getting completely wrecked! Xxx
May 11th, 2012 at 1:33 pm
I’d probably buy my daughter some Lego.
May 11th, 2012 at 9:02 pm
If I won I would buy a new printer
May 12th, 2012 at 10:39 pm
Argos sells almost everything so I can’t decide! Maybe some jewellery x
May 13th, 2012 at 8:28 pm
Probably more Hello Kitty! stuff for my kids.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:43 pm
I’d buy a gazebo to cover our decking area so LO can still play out in the rain. Being cooped up on constant rainy days drives us all completely mad!
Sam x
May 14th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
I would put it towards a new TV stand with doors – I am fed up with someone changing the channel and pressing buttons lol
May 15th, 2012 at 12:20 am
I would buy an ice cream maker in time for summer
May 15th, 2012 at 8:38 am
Having just decided to knock half our house down and start again, I’d buy kitchen and home-y accessories for when it’s done
May 15th, 2012 at 8:58 am
I would buy a new patio set, just doing the garden at the moment so it would be perfect timing.
May 15th, 2012 at 8:16 pm
I would buy something for my grandaughters birthday
May 16th, 2012 at 11:17 am
hoping to move house this year, somewhere with a garden
would love to buy some garden toys for my boys!
May 17th, 2012 at 5:16 pm
I would buy a new printer as mine has died
May 19th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
I would by my dad something fab for fathers day
May 20th, 2012 at 10:25 am
new saucepans mine are rubbish
May 20th, 2012 at 10:47 am
I would put the money towards a pink malibu wardrobe as my 17 month year old daughter really needs one (& i love it too!!)
May 20th, 2012 at 1:05 pm
Both my kids birthdays are in June (11th is my little girls and 29th is my little boys). She will be 2 and he will be 6. So I would use the voucher to help buy their birthday presents
May 25th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
definetly put it towards an iPod my bf has had his eye on as he works so hard for us all and never gets anything in return as money is so tight
May 27th, 2012 at 9:02 pm
I’d buy a case for the android tablet I’m going to get this week and a Pandora charm
May 27th, 2012 at 9:06 pm
I’d put it towards a new bed for Alex ; )
May 27th, 2012 at 9:08 pm
A gadget for the kitchen, something like the Tefal chopper gadget would be cool but I’d probably end up buying something for my daughter to enjoy or even something sensible like stair gates
May 27th, 2012 at 9:08 pm
LEGO for my boy!
May 27th, 2012 at 9:11 pm
I would treat myself to a deckchair for the garden
May 27th, 2012 at 9:15 pm
An ice cream maker
May 27th, 2012 at 9:17 pm
I’d buy the small ones some garden toys for the summer
@pipersky1
May 27th, 2012 at 9:19 pm
A new stage 1 car seat!
May 27th, 2012 at 9:20 pm
New blow up beds for this year’s camping adventures!
May 27th, 2012 at 9:38 pm
I would put the voucher towards new furniture for my little mans bedroom makeover
May 27th, 2012 at 10:01 pm
A decent gas lantern for camping this summer
May 27th, 2012 at 10:08 pm
All the girls have their birthdays in June so something for them!
May 27th, 2012 at 10:10 pm
I would buy my son the dinosaur he would like for his birthday.
May 27th, 2012 at 10:12 pm
I would buy a blender and a pair of kitchen scales, we need both but can afford neither at them moment.
May 27th, 2012 at 10:19 pm
I’d buy some garden toys for my son
May 27th, 2012 at 10:21 pm
I’d buy a giant fan to cool me down in this hot weather!
May 27th, 2012 at 10:24 pm
A new bathroom cabinet. Just decorating in there.
May 27th, 2012 at 10:28 pm
A new duvet and blender for the hot weather – the duvet is way too hot now lol and old, and the blender is for smoothies, juices and a lot of new recipes I want to try
May 27th, 2012 at 10:30 pm
my little one is going to be seven on 19 June so would be really great present for him,GOOD LUCK EVERYONE
May 27th, 2012 at 10:49 pm
Birthday presents for the little dude
May 27th, 2012 at 11:19 pm
I would buy a push along car for my 2 year old to stop her car jacking the little boy next doors push along car.
May 27th, 2012 at 11:24 pm
Would spend it on food processor
May 27th, 2012 at 11:58 pm
As we’re trying to buy our first house we really need to buy everything after moving out of a furnished flat so £50 will go towards basics like cutlery, decent toaster etc. Amazing how quick the small items add up!
May 28th, 2012 at 12:12 am
If I won I would use the money to buy my little ones some nice garden toys now the weather has become sunny.
May 28th, 2012 at 12:49 am
Some new cushions for the sofa… the one’s we got are only a year or so old, but look like they’ve been through a war or two. Sadly cushions are never on “the budget” so it would be a lovely treat. These one’s are lovely: http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/1111455/c_1/1|category_root|Home+and+furniture|14417894/c_2/2|14417894|Cushions%2C+throws+and+beanbags|14417929.htm
May 28th, 2012 at 4:05 am
Anything for the children within the reason!
May 28th, 2012 at 6:50 am
I would buy a new digital camera as my current one got ruined over the weekend when my lovely little girl decided to bury it in the sand at the beach!
May 28th, 2012 at 7:02 am
I’d buy something for the garden to keep my four year old busy as he’s got chickenpox at the minute!
May 28th, 2012 at 7:03 am
I would buy my daughter some jewellery for her prom x
May 28th, 2012 at 7:04 am
I’d buy a walk in portable large greenhouse. Really cheap at Argos at the moment, around £40
May 28th, 2012 at 7:15 am
I would buy a swimming pool for the garden so the kids can cool off
May 28th, 2012 at 7:28 am
I’d buy some great outdoor toys for Amy. She loves playing outside and I somehow have to distract her from the cat flap…
@caro_mad x
May 28th, 2012 at 7:38 am
I’d buy a new giant paddling pool as ours has sprung a leak!
May 28th, 2012 at 7:39 am
I’s buy a little ready bed for my little girl so we could go on a family camping trip! If I had enough left I’d get a water table for summer days in the garden.
x
May 28th, 2012 at 7:40 am
I think I would get a new fitness game for my wii as just had a baby bt don’t have means for the gym so this would be a good compromise!
May 28th, 2012 at 7:46 am
I would start to buy loads of baby stuff ready for our 1st child due next month
May 28th, 2012 at 7:58 am
Hubby’s birthday coming up, so I’d buy him a couple of XBox games
May 28th, 2012 at 7:58 am
a DVD player, so that we could watch some of the dvd’s that have been here since christmas!
May 28th, 2012 at 8:04 am
I would use it towards baby items nearly 6 months pregnant and still loads to buy
May 28th, 2012 at 8:22 am
I would put it towards birthday presents
May 28th, 2012 at 8:33 am
I would put it towards an outdoor dining set so we can enjoy the sun and hopefully a few BBQs!
May 28th, 2012 at 9:28 am
A paddling pool for little Lara, the bucket of water is just a bit too small!!!
May 28th, 2012 at 9:31 am
I’d buy my daughter a swimming pool, it’s just what’s needed in this weather!
May 28th, 2012 at 9:31 am
I would treat my Daughters to whatever they wanted..(probably Moshi Monster related)..
May 28th, 2012 at 9:43 am
I’d put it towards a rowing machine.
May 28th, 2012 at 9:46 am
I would buy a new paddling pool for my grandchildren
May 28th, 2012 at 9:48 am
I’d buy a swingball set for the garden – the kids would love it!
May 28th, 2012 at 9:50 am
A storage box for outside : )
May 28th, 2012 at 10:20 am
I would put it towards a present for my Dad’s Birthday
May 28th, 2012 at 10:28 am
I would put it towards Christmas prezzies
May 28th, 2012 at 10:46 am
I would buy lamps for my new house!
May 28th, 2012 at 11:27 am
l would by a new fan
May 28th, 2012 at 11:46 am
toys for my baby
May 28th, 2012 at 11:51 am
A new kettle – they never seem to last long in this house before they start to leak!
May 28th, 2012 at 11:54 am
we need a new lawnmower at the moment!
May 28th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
A new hoover – mine’s just packed up
May 28th, 2012 at 1:33 pm
A new kettle. Mine has just given up aaaahhhhh
May 28th, 2012 at 1:39 pm
Id spend it on garden toys for O&Z so we can make the most of this gorgeous weather
May 28th, 2012 at 1:41 pm
If I won I’d buy an air conditioning unit for the house because I’m roasted alive. Saying that next week I might need to buy a heater or some thermal knickers!
May 28th, 2012 at 1:47 pm
I would get myself a hammock to relax in the garden
May 28th, 2012 at 1:48 pm
id put it towards a new slide for my 2 year old as the wind blew his at the wall when it was windy and smashed it to bits fab giveaway i have my fingers tightly crossed thanks x
May 28th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Something for the backgarden since it’s sunny just now. x
May 28th, 2012 at 2:05 pm
Wii fit!
May 28th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
My cooker recently broke so I’d put it towards buying a new one
May 28th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
I’d buy a beach shelter; we went to the beach on Saturday, it was a gorgeous day but it was quite windy. Saw lots of families with these, keeps the sun off the children’s delicate skin and keeps the sand out of my sandwiches too
May 28th, 2012 at 3:58 pm
I’d buy a buggy for my son – he’s 19 months and we desperately need one for our first holiday abroad in August
May 28th, 2012 at 4:21 pm
My daughter has fallen in love with Snoopy, so I’d have to buy anything Snoopy related :O)
May 28th, 2012 at 5:12 pm
I would buy a nice blind for my bedroom window. I haven’t been able to afford to buy one since moving into a new house 6 months ago.
May 28th, 2012 at 5:32 pm
DD1 Birthday next month so I’d put the money towards her gift
May 28th, 2012 at 6:22 pm
I’d buy some garden toys for the kids!
May 28th, 2012 at 6:36 pm
Replacement heads for the toothbrush
May 28th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
Keep it for Christmas
May 28th, 2012 at 6:56 pm
I’d but a BBQ to enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
May 28th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
I would buy a new toaster, mine’s starting to fail and toast is essential at all times
May 28th, 2012 at 7:13 pm
I would buy LEGO for my 3 year old daughter and a VTech Sorio cassette
May 28th, 2012 at 7:16 pm
I quite fancy a blu-ray player but I have no idea how much they cost I’m so out of date! I also have a daydream of owning a kindle one day! No shortage of things on my wish list! Thanks for the competition!
May 28th, 2012 at 7:38 pm
Theres always something you need from Argos, isnt there? But i think id choose a new iron as mine is useless! xx
May 28th, 2012 at 7:40 pm
id put it towards a bike for my sons birthday
May 28th, 2012 at 8:12 pm
I would put it towards the cost of a table and chair set for my garden. I have spent 2 years getting the garden to look nice and a table and chairs would mean I get to sit out and enjoy it
May 28th, 2012 at 8:29 pm
I’d buy some lego for my son who is crazy about it
May 28th, 2012 at 8:37 pm
I am desperate for a new kettle and toaster so that’s what I would buy
May 28th, 2012 at 9:10 pm
I would get something for the garden for my 2 year old son. probably a slide, he would love one!
May 28th, 2012 at 9:30 pm
I’d buy a new printer as my kids have just broke my one x
May 28th, 2012 at 10:54 pm
I would buy some comfortable garden chairs
May 28th, 2012 at 11:19 pm
I would buy a new toaster and other bits that we need! xoxo
May 29th, 2012 at 5:50 am
a gardening box on wheel that you can sit on… hubby has just had his achillies tendon sewn back on… leg in plaster for the next 2 months or so… he is already going stir crazy and it s only day1!!!!
May 29th, 2012 at 6:23 am
I’m in need of some sofa cushions, so I’d likely order those
May 29th, 2012 at 7:25 am
I would buy some bits for my nearly 3 week old niece who has had a tough start so I would spoil her
May 29th, 2012 at 7:28 am
Got to be Barbie for our Grace, it is her thing at the moment.
May 29th, 2012 at 7:29 am
Sand and water pit for the kids
May 29th, 2012 at 7:57 am
A new kettle
May 29th, 2012 at 9:05 am
I’d buy an iPod Shuffle for my daughter who is going on holiday with her dad this summer
May 29th, 2012 at 11:32 am
A Kettle & Toaster set – my kettle doesn’t switch itself off and the toaster doesn’t pop up automatically any more!
May 29th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
I’d buy a new door bell as my one is so old, it has finally given up!
May 29th, 2012 at 1:41 pm
would like to buy something special for my new nephew who is due in september, he has club feet and will need lots of treatment, special little man.
May 29th, 2012 at 4:12 pm
I would put towards a new hoover my dyson isn’t too well right now!
May 29th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
iPod shuffle
May 29th, 2012 at 7:52 pm
My radio has died and I’d buy a new one so that I’ve got music to wake me up in the morning.
May 29th, 2012 at 9:13 pm
I would put it towards a surround sound for the hubby as he has been awesome to me, so I would love to return the favour x
May 29th, 2012 at 10:17 pm
lego for my grandson
May 29th, 2012 at 10:48 pm
I’d buy new laundry baskets. Ours are a saggy, tatty disgrace but there always seems to be better things to spend money on!
May 29th, 2012 at 11:46 pm
A steam mop. Oh yes, that’s how exciting my life has become!
May 30th, 2012 at 3:37 am
I would put it towards some brand new garden furniture. I spend so much time out in the garden with the family it would be lovely to add some nice things. x
May 30th, 2012 at 6:24 am
I would buy a Moses Basket
May 30th, 2012 at 7:14 am
I would put it towards a new tablet that i am saving up for!
May 30th, 2012 at 7:39 am
something for my little garden x
May 30th, 2012 at 10:11 am
a new electric blanket
May 30th, 2012 at 10:58 am
would buy Little Tikes coupe for my little one.
May 30th, 2012 at 11:34 am
i could really do with a bbq don’t have one at the moment
May 30th, 2012 at 11:59 am
I’d buy my grandson Jake a sandpit/water play area. Like this one http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/3650660.htm
He’s just 22 months old & this is his first summer playing outdoor, he gets up in a morning & tries to put his shoes on straight away he so wants to got outside. Even before breakfast.
He loves playing & making, he spends ages sat on the lawn with his paints & crayons, for a little one he’s got a lot of attention when he’s doing these.
But could imagine his face if he saw this with the water coming out from different area’s.
May 30th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
All three of my grnad children were born in August so would buy them something each for their birthdays.
May 30th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
some outdoor toys for my little girl
May 30th, 2012 at 12:43 pm
A new bookshelf
May 30th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
Garden toys for the long hot summer I know we are going to have:)
(kiki woo on facebook)
May 30th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Probably a game for the Wii
Simon.
May 30th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
New perfumes a wee treat for me ! x
May 30th, 2012 at 1:30 pm
I’d love to splash out on some colourful pots to brighten up the garden.
May 30th, 2012 at 1:39 pm
Some lovely things for the garden – like solar lights, a chiminea etc, would be lovely to sit out and enjoy the beautiful lights and the warmth of the chiminea
May 30th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
I would buy a football goal for my children to play with, as they could do with one to enjoy the warm weather.
May 30th, 2012 at 1:50 pm
I would buy a huge paddling pool for my little girl, so we could enjoy this lovely weather!
May 30th, 2012 at 2:43 pm
Me and husband have done the garden and planted some plants. ISo all needs is some Garden furniture to enjoy the summer- the winnings would go to this.
May 30th, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Baby toys for my little boy due in July
May 30th, 2012 at 5:28 pm
I’d buy a huge lot of canvasses so us single dads can stand up for our rights..
May 30th, 2012 at 6:11 pm
A new Electric iron
May 30th, 2012 at 7:16 pm
I’d use it to buy some new bedding as we’ve just redecorated our bedroom
May 30th, 2012 at 7:23 pm
I would put the voucher towards buying a kindle for myself
May 30th, 2012 at 7:35 pm
id put it towards my daughters birthday presant! x
May 30th, 2012 at 7:37 pm
Kids love Lego , so it will Lego gifts.
May 30th, 2012 at 9:06 pm
Things for my kids as usual lol
May 30th, 2012 at 9:11 pm
I would get a paddling pool for the kids to stop them nagging every hour and to keep them happy next week as its half term and Nanny is looking after them.
May 30th, 2012 at 9:18 pm
I would buy a dumbbell tree for me. I have decided to focus on improving my health – and with 6 stone to lose in 12 months I need all the help I can get!!
May 30th, 2012 at 9:22 pm
We need a new bookcase for all the kids books, so I’d buy that.
May 30th, 2012 at 9:43 pm
something for my dad, for fathers day cause i love him to bits
May 30th, 2012 at 9:59 pm
Some of the lovely Emma Bunton little girls clothes, they are on sale at the moment and are so sweet I’m really tempted but just can’t afford it.
May 30th, 2012 at 10:01 pm
I would buy something like pots and pans, because we don’t have many in this house
Thanks
x
May 30th, 2012 at 10:12 pm
Decisions decisions!!! I think I would buy my lovely SIL something for the house they bought last week. They have been trying to sell my brothers tiny house for years and finally last week they did! My fab nephew will have a garden for the first time so the possibilities are ENDLESS!!!
May 30th, 2012 at 10:39 pm
Some garden toys for my wee ones
May 30th, 2012 at 10:55 pm
I would buy my son some lego for his birthday he has been telling me for months that is what he would like.
May 31st, 2012 at 12:28 am
Were currently decorating and need a new dvd shelf and storage. This would be perfect to help with costs.
May 31st, 2012 at 7:32 am
Id buy some toys got a few birthdays to buy for this month
May 31st, 2012 at 6:11 pm
i would buy garden equipment in the hope we get some more sunshine