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£10.50
ok the only money i have until pay day (27th) is £10.50 what basics should i buy? i was thinking eggs potatoes milk reduced veg i have a bread maker so dont need bread and have mince and chicken and pies in the freezer Can anyone think of anything else, we dont really eat fruit
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rose hip questions
all around where i live i can see loads of rosehips and i really want to try doing something with them. Is there ary particular type of rose that i need to pick or does it not matter? also when is the best time to pickmany thanks
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Jar Question!
I've bought these jars from here: http://www.colouredbottles.co.uk/store/catalog/Food-Jars-Hexagonal-p-1-c-330.html Can anyone tell me if I need to process them in a water-bath to get them to seal or can I just hot-pack them?? I'm making chutneys and relishes. Thanks!!
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Does anyone knit?
Hi I am looking to take up knitting again. Have made some things in the past but was never very good at it. Anyone know any good beginners websites? Also have found my local co-op sells wool and it's quite cheap. I also thought it would stop me from eating in the evenings after my son goes to bed!:confused:
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Ideas please on curtain cleaning??!!
Dear All, I have got a pair of good quality curtains that I want to sell on e-bay. They are Laura Ashley fabric and lined. Problem is, I think it will cost me too much to dry clean them as they are quite big and will probably cost me more than I can sell them for which is pointless as I want to use the money towards paying…
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Cheapest couscous
Can FM's please tell me where is the cheapest place to purchase couscous grains? I don't want the ones with veggies etc added just plain couscous as I use it a lot but it works out as an expensive side dish.
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Another silly cooking question??
I feel like I am always asking for advice - sorry! Here goes - can I put raw mince and a jar of dolmio sauce (using up store cupboard stock before starting 'real' old style cooking!) in the oven to cook at the same time as jacket potatoes to save time & gas?? Or would the mince need browning first - therefore may aswell…
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What to do with empty plastic gallon containers??
I use a lot of white vinegar and want to know what to do with the empty containers. I've used as many as I can to keep stuff in the shed and the garage, given some to friends and to school but what can I do with the rest? :confused: I've tried the local farm shops where I get the vinegar from and they don't want them back.…
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Sweet potatoes in chutney??
Good morning. I've been having a preserving frenzy this last couple of weeks ;) Last week's veg box had a couple of sweet potatoes in it - they are not my favorite - do you think I could put them in chutney :confused: On one hand I don't see why not on the other hand it sounds a bit wrong - has anyone tried? Thanks
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Os Daily Monday 10th Sept
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for xx (add date). This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything OS and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do…
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Curry
I've been making my own curries for a little while now, but would like to add a few more to my reportoire given my recent refocus on saving cash. Has anyone get any suggestions as to what comprises some fantastic asian foods? In particular, how do take aways get that fantastically thick paste style sauce?!
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Crochet for dummies??? (book recommendations?)
My mother has requested a book that will teach her to crochet, is idiot proof and will teach her, to crochet the way you teach a small child to tie it's shoe laces. She really did ask for something that simple. Any thoughts would be gratefully received.
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Extra fruit portions...
Hello, I've been trying to get extra fruit portions into my diet. I have a bit of a problem with some fruits, I am allergic to apple (oral allergy syndrome) and to various other fruits as well (kiwi, blueberries, pears, melon-apart from watermelon) so I was thinking of adding dried fruit to my breakfast routine (for…
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making jam/curd/chutney
i've decided to be brave and venture into the world of preserves, but need some questions answered please some of the recipes using berries use a jelly bag- could i just use a sieve, if not where do i buy one from? do i need to really put waxed discs on top of curd/ jam ? are waxed discs just circles of greaseproof paper,…
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Can someone help me re sewing machine?
Not sure if I am posting in the correct place but I really want to start making my daughters dolly some clothes. I am ok on the sewing machine (and practice makes perfect lol) however my little mini machine can't do button holes and this is something I'd like to be able to do. I've tried searching for a machine that has…
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Cheap sources of ethically produced food/other items?
Hi I'm new to this site, and I'm very serious about starting to save some money! I have debts :mad: to pay off as quickly as I can so that I can move house and feel more positive about the future. I've had some fantastic advice so far, and I was referred over here for help with shopping bills. To cut a long story short, I…
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Weekly Flylady Thread 10th September 2007
Hello, nice to see our flybabes (and flyboys) back for another week.. and of course a huge welcome to our new flyers! I am wearing the fluffy gold mules and waving The Golden Feather Duster of Power this week as Lil_me is otherwise engaged.. we really truly hope she is back very soon because she does a sterling job!*…
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Bean/pulse Recipes
Hi there Hope this is ok here...only someone on another thread was asking for recipes using beans, pulses etc... I didnt want to hijack that thread.. but please feel free to move me if need be :D I have the following recipes.... wont bore you all with all the recipes... will list the titles and then if anyone is interested…
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Cooked beef in the sc
can i do anything(apart from gravy) with the juices that are left?
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covent garden soups
I love the covent garden plum tomato and basil soup, but very rarely buy it as I make my own soups. However I have a huge box of little pomodoro (?sp) tomatoes as they were a bargain - and I wondered if anyone had the recipe or similar so I could stock up the freezer? Many thanks
