Overview
- Liv Poole, 26, in Manchester shares her charity-shop toy finds for her two- and four-year-olds on social media.
- Some commenters criticise her for giving preloved gifts while paying for salon manicures, which she says reflects lingering stigma about charity shops.
- She estimates saving up to £300 this year, with toys costing as little as 80p, including a Peppa Princess Castle for 80p and a Bluey pool set for £3.
- Her shift followed annual declutters that showed many new Christmas toys went barely used, prompting her to prioritise memories over more stuff.
- She advises frequent visits—two to three times a week—buying washable teddies and low-cost children’s books, and searching shelves and boxes thoroughly, noting most responses have been supportive.