bought a few things from Dunelm in the end...
a lovely scarf for MrM for Christmas
the lilac teddy top (so soft...I bought the large so I can wear other tops under it when its really cold)...its very roomy and has pockets and covers my bum, so should be ok for winter.
2 summer quilts that were 1 tog for next summer as they were reduced to £14 from £20 (the ones I had were 3.5, to too warm for summer)
a foam mattress topper for son
a cushion for son's office chair as he spends hours sitting in it gaming and chatting to his friends. ...it is nice and only £1.25 in the sale...eat your heart out Bargain Brits!