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Air Pump Needles and Adaptor for Sports Balls (Rayleigh SS6)
Needles for an air pump to inflate sports balls - Football, Volleyball, Netball, Basketball. I don't have the pump itself. As I've got 4 of these, I may not give all 4 to one person without a good reason. Depends on how many people respond.
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7 150 Watt Bulbs in Boxes (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Bayonet Cap Fitting Pearl 150 Watt Bulbs unused in their boxes. These are great if you're needing a lot of light to work by or to read/sew etc. But mind your electricity bill!
11h
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Portable Battery Reading Light (Rayleigh SS6)
Never used and still in its packaging. Fits around ones neck and switches on like a torch. It is possible the batteries might be flat as it may have been hanging up in the garage for a few years. This unloved present is longing for a new owner.
11h
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A Black 2 Socket Extension Lead (Rayleigh SS6)
Withdrawn
Very long black extension lead. I estimate 15 ft long. Did I think to measure it before I neatly wound it up? No! But I will if you need to know the exact length. :-) Presently 10amp (but that can be changed)
5d
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Travel Mouse & USB Plug-in (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
A computer/laptop mouse for when you travel and plug-in attachment. I've marked this as "collection only" but I could put it in the post for you.
5d
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Simple Sewing Craft Project - "Gay's Apron" (Rayleigh SS6)
An easy sew kit. Comes complete with fabric and pattern with step by step guide. The apron is for a doll or teddy bear. I've market this as "collection only" but I could put it in the post to you.
5d
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10 Pine Knob Handles & Drawer Sliders (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
10 small pine knob handles off an old chest of drawers and the sliders from the drawers plus screws that were used to keep them in place. Ideally these will go together in one job lot but I will consider separating them. This is a definite upcycling project.
7d
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A Metre of Guilded Picture Framing Wood (Rayleigh SS6)
For picture framing - a metre of guilded picture frame wood ready for the D.I.Y. enthusiast to frame that picture. I found this difficult to photograph in order to put you in the picture. :-D
7d
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Bookcase with Two Shelves and Glass Doors. (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Sturdy wooden bookcase with two shelves and glass sliding doors to keep the books dust free. The shelves balance on those pins and you'll need some new ones as some are missing but I think a DIY shop will sell them. I balanced the shelves on file boxes.
8d
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Shredder Oil Sheets (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
These oil sheets keep your home shredder in good condition. You feed them through your shredder and they oil the workings.
8d
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Triplicate Receipt Book with Carbon Sheets (Rayleigh SS6)
Your customers may require receipts or when you wish to give someone evidence of payment. Great for a home business.
8d
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Pine Hi Fi Cupboard (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Pine Hi Fi cupboard on feet with shelf and brass knob. Some marks/scratches on the top (see photo). Hole in the back for lead and cables. Of course it can be used for other storage. I had file boxes and folders in it for a time but I can see it would make a good drinks cabinet too. I think it's time for someone else to love it.
8d
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Screen Wash (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Bluecol sub zero screen wash in its plastic pouring container.
8d
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Spray Starch (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
It's for shirt collars or any laundry that needs ironing stiff to keep its shape. Mum used it on Dad's shirts but this is a full spray can.
8d
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Copper Bottomed Stainless Steel Saucepan (Rayleigh SS6)
Will only work on Gas or Electric stoves. It has seen better days but still works fine. No lid.
8d
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Faux Fur Coat (Rayleigh SS6)
Not real animal Fur Coat! Good for making teddy bears or soft toys. It has a burn mark from an iron on one shoulder so unless you can mend such a thing or turn it into something else...... Anyone crafty?
11d
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Dove Grey Emulsion Paint for Kitchen & Bathroom (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Unopened tin of matt dove grey emulsion paint for kitchen and bathrooms. From Homebase. Has been kept in the garage.
22d
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Shelf Riser Organisers x 2 (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Two white shelf riser organisers. Will separate if you only want one. Great for cans in cupboards or shelf in shed or garage.
34d
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Fabric Care Kit (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Never used. This will clean your sofa and armchair. I've checked with the makers as I bought it in 2022 and it's all still very useable. The bottles will treat different types of stain. There's a cloth and sponge in the kit.
37d
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An Old Ekco Radio (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
This old Ekco radio no longer picks up a signal so if you plug it in, it sounds like it's searching for a signal. Maybe somebody good with electronics could convert it? Or if the innards are taken out, it would make a store box? A collectors item?
39d
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A Dyson Vacuum Cleaner (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
But... the motor stopped working, so unless someone handy can mend it for you, it may only be for spare parts??? Just thought I'd ask before I take it to the tip. It is 9 years old. Or you may know an electrical repair shop?
40d
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Pencil Leads for Mechanical Pencils (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Different sizes of pencil leads for retractable mechanical pencils. The brown box on the end also contains tiny erasers. These can either be given as a whole lot or separately. Just state your need. (My father was a Work Study Civil Engineer and used these for his technical drawings.) These are not locality confined as I could post them (so long as I don't have to get to the Post Office too often).
40d
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Bicycle Pump (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
A black bicycle pump going spare as I no longer have a bicycle.
42d
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Brown Velour Pouffe. (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
In good condition, this pre-loved brown velour pouffe comes in handy for reaching high up places and simply for putting your feet up or resting the tea tray. Seems a pity to throw it away so can anyone make use of it?
42d
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White Metal Headboard (Rayleigh SS6)
Decorative white metal headboard for a single bed.
43d
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A Lumie Lamp Alarm Clock (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
This will wake you up slowly in the morning as the light gradually becomes brighter. It's one of those special lights that gets very bright. It's really helpful if you struggle to wake up in the mornings. I'm now retired and don't need it any more. You can also set it to come on before you sleep and it will decrease its light output like a sunset. The alarm will go off just like any other alarm clock but I think you can set that so it doesn't sound. Light bulbs can be ordered from a company in Cambridgeshire.
54d
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Earring Travel Case (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
This bright pink earring travel case is hardly used and in good condition. It was a present but sadly I've just not used it much and decided it needs a new owner who will love it.
56d
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Transparent pencil case with HB pencils (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
A useful transparent pencil case containing lots of HB graphite pencils. Just right for the young person who's always needing stuff for school, or the older person who loves lottery tickets or crossword puzzles.
56d
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Garden Planter Tower (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
Green planter tower for growing herbs, alpines, pansies or small flowers. A great space saver for the garden. Water drains from the top section down through each section underneath. I advise filling with a medium loam so that it drains but also holds enough water in the hot weather. Marvelous for a balcony or someone who's just starting out growing things.
56d
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Tower Pressure Cooker (Rayleigh SS6)
Gifted
This pressure cooker is not electric. It works on a hob. You fill it with whatever you're cooking eg. stew, Christmas pudding, leg of ham, etc and slot the lid on. The pressure builds and is let out through a valve at the top. This means the cooking time is less than if you simply heated the job. Great if you're cooking for a crowd. It was my mother's and hasn't been used for years but she left it in a good condition.
80d