This Week at Aldi: The Ad for July 7, 2021

Each week we highlight a few of the more interesting items in the upcoming Aldi ad. Note that, in our area, the ad takes effect on Wednesday, but in some areas it may take effect as early as today, Sunday.

This week’s theme is summer water fun, camping supplies and outdoor entertainment, garden items, accessories to outfit your home or apartment, personal care products, kitchen items, pet gear, kids’ educational toys and books, and things to help you keep cool during hot weather.

The Most Interesting Thing We Saw:

• Crane 68″ Family Splash Pad, $9.99. This is one of the larger splash pads we’ve seen Aldi sell, coming in at more than 5 and a half feet (68 inches) in diameter. Choose Under the Sea or Mermaid designs.

Aldi Finds (Special Buy) Highlights:

Other water and poolside fun includes:

• Summer Waves Animal Ride-On Float, $9.99. Choose from Unicorn (61″ x 33″ x 32″), Flamingo: 55″ x 54.5″ x 38.5″, or Swan: 52″ x 43.5″ x 38″
• X-SHOT by ZURU Fast-Fill Water Gun or Typhoon Thunder, $6.99.
• ZURU Bunch O Balloons Ultimate Kit, $18.99.
• Huntington Home 30″ x 60″ Beach Towel, $4.99 each.
• Crane Ladies’ Tummy-Toning Swimsuit, $9.99. The Floral High Neck comes in Sizes M–XXL, Black High Neck in Sizes L and XL, Navy/Peach Floral Tankini in Sizes M and L, and the Peach Monokini in Sizes L and XL. Features Spandex shape retention and support, built-in bra cup for bust support, mesh lining for tummy toning. Shell made of 82% nylon, 18% spandex.
• Crane Pop-Up Sun Shelter, $16.99. Choose Classic Design or Tube Design. Pop-up design requires no assembly. Classic Design measures 7.2′ W with mesh inserts for additional ventilation and 9 steel tent pegs and 4 guy ropes. Tube Design measures 6.6′ D with four sand pockets for additional stability and 5 steel tent pegs and 4 guy ropes. Read our review of a previous classic model here.
• Crane Men’s or Women’s Polarized Sunglasses, $8.99 each. Features 100% UVA-UVB lens protection.
• Crane Portable Mat and Lounge, $16.99. Roll-up mat for the pool, beach, or anywhere. Soft, buoyant foam surface floats in water. Inflatable pillow creates a cushioned headrest. Quick-drying fabric is easy to clean. Rolls up easily, features a carry handle. Measures 75″ x 27″ and is available in Solid Blue or Blue and Yellow Stripe.
• Bee Happy Narwhal Bubble Machine, $8.99. Comes in Green, Pink, or Blue Narwhal. Creates up to 20,000 continuous bubbles in 5 minutes up to 20′ H. Enjoy bubbles with one easy push button! Includes 4-oz. nontoxic bubble solution. Requires 4 AA batteries required (not included).
• Belavi Sun Shade Sail, $19.99. Choose a 9.8′ x 6.5′ Rectangle or 13.6′ x 13.6′ x 13.6′ Triangle. Adds sun protection and privacy for gardens and patios with UPF 60 sun protection, durable polymer fabric, and easy installation. Includes hanging hardware and three-year warranty. Choose a Beige Rectangle, Anthracite Rectangle, Beige Triangle, or Anthracite Triangle.
• Belavi Umbrella Stand, $19.99. Measures 17.64″ Dia. Adjustable collar fits umbrella poles up to 2″ wide. Easy to assemble with one-year warranty.

Camping supplies and outdoor recreation include:

• Adventuridge 9′ x 7′ 4-Person Tent, $29.99. Advertises a seven-minute pitch time. Features a 48″ center height, removable rain fly, large “D” Style Door, E-Port for electrical cord access, sewn-in mud mat, mesh gear loft with lantern loop, and hooped fly pole over door for improved ventilation and weather protection. Water-resistant, fits 1 queen air mattress, includes 7 steel ground stakes, and has an 8-lb. carry weight. Comes in Blue or Green. Read our review here.
• Crane 4-Player Disc Golf or Spike Battle, $19.99. Disc Golf includes 2 disc golf targets & 4 different colored discs. Target height adjusts from 20″ to 32.7″. Includes storage bag with carry strap. No tools required for assembly. Spike Battle includes ­frame with 5 foldable legs, adjustable tension net, two 3.5″ training balls, ­one 4.7″ ball and air pump, and a storage bag with carry strap. Foldable legs allow for easy transportation and storage.
• Auto XS Electric Cooler, $49.99. Aldi has been selling this for a few years now. Can be used in a car accessory socket or wall outlet. Fits thirty-six 12-oz. cans, ten 1-liter bottles, or six 2-liter bottles. Claims to quickly cool to 36 °F below room temperature or can warm up to 131 °F. Handle can be used to prop the lid halfway open, and lid is removable. Cable storage compartment for both plugs is located in the lid. Measures 15.2″ W x 11.6″ H x 18.9“ D, comes in green or gray.
• Adventuridge 42-Can Rolling Cooler, $29.99. Comes in Blue, Gray, or Black. Features telescopic handle, carrying handles, and inline skate wheels for easy transport. Extra dry storage in expandable zip top, zip front pocket, and side mesh pockets. Can hold up to 19 lbs.
  Includes removable hardliner. Measures 15.2″ L x 12″ W x 17.5″ H.
• Adventuridge 1/2-Gallon Double-Wall Stainless Steel Jug, $14.99. Comes in Black or Stainless Steel. Keeps beverages hot or cold for up to 24 hours with no-sweat design, air-tight seal, and double-wall vacuum insulation. BPA free.
• Crofton Double-Wall Wine Glass or Low Ball, $5.99 each.
• Adventuridge Men’s Trekking Sandals, $14.99. Sizes 8-11 in Black or Brown with soft textile lining for all-day wear, Memory Foam insole, traction outsole, breathable upper, and protective toe cap style, Read our review here.

Garden supplies include:

• Belavi Straight Decorative Steps, $24.99. These measure 23.6″ x 27.6″ x 23.6″. Beautifully display flowers, plants, and greenery on a decorative 3-level step design. Ideal for indoor or outdoor use. Approximate weight capacity per step: 55 lb. Features rust-resistant powder coated steel. Easily combine with other straight or round steps.
• Belavi Round Decorative Steps, $24.99. Measures 23.6″ x 23.6″ x 23.6″. Can be used with straight decorative steps listed above.

Home accessories include:

• Huntington Home 300 Thread Count Organic Sheet Set, $29.99. Available in Gray or White. Features 100% organic cotton, brushed for softness, fitting mattresses up to 18″ deep. OEKO-TEX certified.
• Huntington Home Plush Bolster Pillow, $9.99 each. Features 100% polyester shell and fill in Blue, Gray, Light Gray, Gray Veined, Red, Green, Pink, and Brown Pattern. Great accent to any bedding. OEKO-TEX certified.
• Huntington Home Asthma & Allergy Friendly Bed Pillow, $6.99. Certified asthma and allergy friendly with allergen barrier, breathable microfiber cover, and three-year warranty. OEKO-TEX certified.
• Huntington Home Wedge Pillow, $16.99. Comes in Blue, Dark Gray, Pink, or White. Measures 18″ x 24″ and features a sewn-in carrying handle.
• Huntington Home Essential Oil, $4.99 each. You can get 15 mL Essential Oils or 4 oz. Coconut Oil. Oils can be used in diffusers, in the bath or shower or used for massage or skin oil. Comes in Stress Ease, Sleep, Lemongrass, Purify or Coconut Oil. You can read our open thread here.
• Huntington Home Bowl Bouquet, $3.99 each. 2 oz. Toilet freshener spray made with natural essential oils. Comes in Classic Citrus, Vanilla Mint or Lavender Vanilla. Read our review here.
• Huntington Home 5′ x 7′ Plush or Berber Area Rug, $19.99. Soil and fade resistant. Made of remnants. Vacuum and spot clean as needed.
• Huntington Home 20″ x 47″ Memory Foam Bath Runner, $14.99 each. Available in Pink, White, or Gray plush with ribbed edge or luxury shag option. Features 100% Polyester foam, nonslip back, machine washable and fast drying, and OEKO-TEX certified.
• Huntington Home 20″ x 34″ Memory Foam Bath Mat, $9.99 each. Available in Pink, White, or Gray with soft plush with ribbed edge or luxury shag and 100% polyester foam with slip-resistant backing. Machine washable and fast drying. Coordinates with the memory foam bath runner. OEKO-TEX certified. Read our review of these rugs from a few years ago here.
• Huntington Home Wardrobe or Shoe Organizer, $24.99. No tools required for asssembly. Shoe Organizer features a covered design with roll-up panel to keep shoes dust free and out of sight. Measures 22.8″ L x 11.42″ W x 63″ H. Wardrobe Organizer offers spacious storage closet with 6 shelves and a hanging rod with a covered design with a roll-up panel to keep clothes dust free and out of sight. Measures 43.31″ L x 17.72″ W x 70.07″ H. Read our review of the shoe organizer here.
• Quirky Work and Charge Station, $29.99. This lets you charge up to 4 devices and transfer and sync data. Supports up to 30.5 lb. and is USB 2.0 compatible. Plug into the wall or your computer. Large enough to fit most keyboards underneath.

Personal care products include:

• Visage Facial Pore Cleanser, $12.99. Includes 4 replacement suction heads and USB cable
  For smooth skin and radiant vibrancy. Heating switch for soothing the skin. Three suction levels: oil, neutral and dry.
• Visage Electric Foot Pedi, $12.99. Uses a 360° rotating roller head that sands and exfoliates your feet. Includes protective cap, 2 AA batteries, an extra coarse roller and a fine roller.
• Phone Spa UV Phone Sterilizer, $18.99.

Kitchen items include:

• Ambiano Belgian Waffle Maker, $14.99. Makes 1″ thick Belgian waffles and features a temperature control dial, cast aluminum plates, nonstick coating, power and ready indicator lights, and adjustable temperature control dial. Read our review here.
• Crofton Mini Bakeware, $3.99 each. Choose a 9.3″ x 8.6″ Pizza Pan, Muffin Pan, 10″ x 7″ Cookie Pan, or 10″ x 7″ Baking Pan. Great for toaster ovens. Features Whitford Quantum 2 nonstick coating and is oven safe up to 450 °F.
• Crofton Cold Brew Coffee System, $12.99. Features 44.8-oz. capacity with an easy-pour spout, wide and easy-to-clean opening, silicone grip, and a BPA-free pitcher. Makes 4 servings of coffee and includes a glass pitcher with stainless steel filter. Comes in teal, navy, gray, or baby blue.
• Crofton Comfort Grip Utensils, $3.99 each. Choose a Pasta Fork, Turner, or Spoon. Features nylon head with silicone comfort grip handles.
• Crofton Titanium Knife Set, $7.99. Includes: 3.5″ paring knife, 5″ utility knife, and 8″ chef knife. Features Titanium coated stick resistant blades and ergonomically designed handle balanced for comfort and control. Dishwasher safe. Choose a Rainbow Blade with Navy Blue Handle, Matte Black Blade with Black Handle, or Matte Black Blade with a Faux Wood Handle.
• Huntington Home Mesh Drawer Organizer, $5.99.
• Crofton Glass Meal Prep Containers, $7.99. Choose an 11-Cup Container or 2-Pack of 3-Cup Containers. Features stain and odor-resistant borosilicate glass. Includes stackable, firm-fitting lid designed to help keep contents fresh. Oven and microwave safe glass and Freezer safe, and BPA free. Available in a 2-Pack of 3-Cup Containers with Designs, 2-Pack of 3-Cup Clear Containers, 11-Cup Container with Design, or 11-Cup Clear Container in Blue, Green, Teal, or Red.
• Crofton On-the-Go Assortment, $3.99. Choose a Collapsible Water Bottle, Soup Container, or Sandwich Container in Red, Black, or Navy. Collapsible Water Bottle expands to 16-oz. bottle. Soup Container has 16.9-oz. capacity with a leak-proof design.
• Huntington Home Mesh Kitchen Cabinet Organizer, $7.99 each. Choose a  2-Pack Helper Shelves, Bakeware Sorter, or Lid Sorter.

Pet gear includes:

• Heart to Tail Pet Character Bed, $16.99 each. Apple, Cupcake, Crab, Shark, or Pineapple. Measures 17.32″ x 16.54″ x 15.75″.
• Heart to Tail Dog or Cat Toy Assortment, $3.99 each. Choose a 2-Pack Feline Frosty Treats Cat Toy, 2-Pack Hotdog & Beer Dog Toy, 2-Pack Snow Cone & Hippo Dog Toy, Vista Bark Dog Toy, Vinyl Chicken Dog Toy, Popsicle Dog Toy, or Watermelon Dog Toy.
• Heart to Tail Pet Cooling Mat, $9.99. Comes in Gray, Blue, Yellow, or Teal and measures
  24″ x 30″. Mat stays 5–10 degrees cooler than room temperature. No electricity or refrigeration needed. Self-cooling gel is nontoxic. For indoor and outdoor use.

Kids’ toys and books include:

• The Clever Factory Summer Bridge Workbook, $2.99. Features 120 pages of interactive learning activities to get your child ready for Preschool, Kindergarten, First Grade, or Second Grade. These books cover learning activities from shapes, letters, reading, and STEM.
• Bendon Learning Kit, $7.99. Learn to count with Five Little Monkeys, Who Stole the Cookies, or Five Little Ladybugs. Learn Reading, Math, or STEM with the School Readiness Kit, Reading Readiness Kit, or STEM Kit.
• The Learning Journey 4-In-A-Box Puzzle, $4.99. Each box contains one 2-piece puzzle, one 4-piece puzzle, one 6-piece puzzle, and one 8-piece puzzle for progression learning. Collect all 6: ABC, 123, Shapes, Dino, Farm, and Ocean. Features big chunky pieces for small hands to develop tactile/motor skills and hand-eye coordination, with durable cardboard construction.
• The Learning Journey Activity Cube or Shape Sorters, $8.99. Choose a Rocket Shape Sorter, Cupcake Shape Sorter, My First Activity Cube, or My First Shape Sorter.
• The Learning Journey Grab It, $8.99. Collect them all: Mathematics, Spelling Bee, or Animal Match. Colorful themed cards paired with a disc launcher and game pieces. Push, launch, grab, and match the answer to your game board. Introduces basic math, spelling, and cooperation skills. Up to 4 players.

Stuff to keep you cool includes:

• Easy Home 20″ Air Circulator Fan, $26.99. Features full range pivoting head for directional air flow; low, medium and high fan speeds; Wall mountable (hardware not included); built-in carry handle; removable grille for easy cleaning and an 18.34″ propeller blade diameter.
• Easy Home 3-in-1 Fan, $5.99 each. Wear it, stand it, or clip it. Featuring hands-free personal cooling that is lightweight with vertical airflow. Wear it as a necklace with an adjustable lanyard, stand it anywhere with built-in stand, or clip it to anything with rotating clip that attaches easily to pockets, jackets or waist bands. Includes 2 AA batteries and comes in gray, blue, red or green.
• Easy Home USB or Battery-Powered 5″ Fan, $7.99. Power with included USB adaptor or 4 AA Batteries (not included). Adjustable tilt fan head directs airflow up to 90°. Features low, medium and high fan speeds and 1-, 2- and 4-hour timer settings. Comes in Black or White.
• Easy Home 8000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, $199.99. Features programmable 24-hour timer and remote control. Estimated cooling area: 200 sq. ft. (room size: 10′ x 20′). Includes 3-in-1 operation: cooling, dry, and fan modes, with two fan speeds in fan and cooling mode. Dehumidification up to 2 pt. per hour. Features electronic control panel with LED display, overheat protection and automatic shutoff, and reusable and washable air filter. Measures 13″ x 26.77″ x 11″. Includes window installation kit, exhaust hose, 4 castors, 2 hose connectors, 2 dowels, and remote with 2 AAA batteries. Read more information here.

Fresh Meat Special Highlights:

• Never Any! Fresh Butterflied Lamb Leg, $6.99 per lb. Choose Rosemary or Unseasoned. Read our review here.
• Fresh Asian Sesame Salmon on a Cedar Plank, $9.99 per lb.
• Never Any! Fresh Ground Bison, $7.99 per lb.

Alcohol Highlights:

(Not available at all locations.)

• La Cornada Tempranillo Crianza, see price in store. 750 ml.
• Nature’s Nectar Sparkling Rose, $2.29 for 25.4 oz.
• Rosé-Vous South of France Rosé, see price in store. 750 mL, from France. The Aldi ad states: “This refreshing dry Rosé wine from the Languedoc/Roussillon region of France features strawberry and red currant aromas with bright red fruit on the palate. Enjoy with grilled salmon, barbeque, dishes prepared with oriental spices, fruit salads or simply on its own. Best when served lightly chilled.”
• Wicked Grove Green Apple Hard Cider Cans, see price in store. 64 oz., from the U.S. The Aldi ad states: “Bright and fresh, a little tart, and wicked good. Pairs with poultry, pork, soft cheeses and grilled vegetables.”
• Coco Bay Coconut Specialty, see price in store. 750 mL, from the U.S. The Aldi ad states: “Enjoy the refreshing taste of the tropics with aromas and flavors of coconut with a smooth finish. Enjoy over ice, mixed with your favorite soda or juice or on its own.”