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PJ Problemo

Iminei

PJ Problemo
« on: November 30, 2021, 07:22:54 AM »
On Sunday I popped into Tesco to return some bras and came out with a lovely pair of PJ bottoms ... Soft grey and pink check with pockets!!! (manufacturers have twigged that since we have been living in pjs since 2020 pockets would be a good idea YAY!) and yesterday I went to put them on .....
 
 :scream: :rant:  :headbang:

The lil hanger they were on said size 8-10   :thumb:... the label (teeny tiny) had no size on it (at least that I could see) and when I put them on they were GINORMOUS!!!!! Seriously!

Now 'tis the season of cosy fires and the last few days have been very cold so naturally when I detagged them the tags went into starting a fire, as did the receipt so all I have is an EEEEEnormous pair of Pjs, the hanger and no proof of purchase ... WHAT do I do ???

Anyone want a very lovely pair of Pink and Pale grey PJ bots ??? They have turn ups and pockets !!!  :thumb:
£10 P&P included??? 
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Iminei

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #1 on: November 30, 2021, 07:34:18 AM »
Update Update Update


I have found the tag ... defo says 8-10, but have now lost the hanger ???? :S 

Receipt was definitely used to start the fire.  :(
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Lachica

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #2 on: November 30, 2021, 07:39:48 AM »
You could try taking them back, without the receipt they won't refund though would almost certainly swap for a smaller pair..... except, if labelled correctly, you'd be looking for a 4-6 ......time to get out the machine & reduce the size methinks.
Mary
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Diane

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #3 on: November 30, 2021, 08:07:28 AM »
If it was me, i would go and buy another pair that are the correct size then use that receipt to return the pair that are too big  :laughing:
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Stitchalot

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #4 on: November 30, 2021, 08:20:33 AM »
Don’t worry about the hanger to take them back. There is an option of leaving it behind for recycling at time of purchase.

Sheilago

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #5 on: November 30, 2021, 10:44:10 AM »
@Iminei Actually all you need is ‘proof of purchase’ - so if you paid by card a bank printout might do.

Renegade Sewist

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #6 on: November 30, 2021, 10:45:54 AM »
Never, ever believe that a hanger with size info on it is the hanger that belongs with a garment. Never. Ever.

If these are cotton flannel they WILL shrink considerably. I always get them one or two sizes bigger than I wear. I want my flannel pj's to swim on me. Nothing worse than a pj wedgie when you're trying to sleep.


You shouldn't have a problem exchanging them but don't expect a refund  without proof of purchase.
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coffeeandcake

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2021, 17:12:53 PM »
Definitely take them back even without the receipt. Many of us are not given/accepting receipts atm as it's another potential risk for Covid transmission.

Iminei

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #8 on: December 01, 2021, 07:03:14 AM »
Found the Hanger too!

The thing is there is no size label inside the PJs but the tag that was attached definitely says 8-10 . I will take them back but its a 15 mile schlep each way which I really dont want to keep on doing .. but I have to as my local Tescos is food only.

Like your thinking Diane and wouldve thought of it but for the schlep.

Cant alter as A) I dont know how and B) they have pockets!!!!
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StitchinTime

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #9 on: December 01, 2021, 07:16:13 AM »
 @Iminei Is the size on the label with the washing instructions?

Before you take them back, measure them and then take a tape measure with you so you can check that the next pair are smaller.

Ohsewsimple

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #10 on: December 01, 2021, 07:19:17 AM »
If it was me, i would go and buy another pair that are the correct size then use that receipt to return the pair that are too big  :laughing:

@Diane Probably wouldn’t work as each size will have a code. So it will register as the wrong one when scanned back into the till

Lachica

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #11 on: December 01, 2021, 08:27:27 AM »
If I lived nearer I'd come over with my scissors & help you alter them. Definitely take a tape measure with you this time.
Mary
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Bumblebuncher

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #12 on: December 01, 2021, 11:51:01 AM »
@Iminei If you are in your local Tesco it may be worth trying.  They are all one big company and I have taken things back to stores that don't stock the item. They are very good on returns unlike some other shops and you may hit lucky
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Iminei

Re: PJ Problemo
« Reply #13 on: December 01, 2021, 16:59:49 PM »
Thanks BB but I actually want the PJ botts not a refund.
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