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Archives for September 2011

Help needed...I can't get my quince pulp through a sieve
I was given a few quinces on sun so i have made a quince jelly which i am very proud of as it's the first time i've made a jelly. Anyway, i thought i'd have a go at a quince cheese as i've read you can use the pulp from the jelly. My recipe says to seive the pulp to remove seeds etc which i'm trying to do...but i've been…
OS Daily Tuesday 27th Sept
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Tuesday 27th September. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved…
What to do with ruined rice?
Hi, I tried making some rice earlier, normally it comes out lovely, but this time I think i used to much water, or didn't rinse it long enough. anyway, it turned out goupy and I had to resort to packet rice!! Does anyone have any idea what I could do with the rice I made today? I hate wasting food! thanks Sarah
Malt Loaf?
I bought something packaged as malt loaf today but when I went to have a slice its nothing like I expected - I was imagining fruity, sticky and sweet-like good old soreen but this is just dark bread - not like german rye or granary though but no fruit, only slightly sweet but dry. Even though it was yellow stickered I…
OS Daily Monday 26 Sept.
:jHi, this is the Daily Thread for Monday 26th September. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved…
Question about sewing with pvc.
A poser from my DD. She is wanting to make wipeable seat covers for her dining chairs (she's got 2 young boys + one on way) for ease of cleaning. She asked me if it was possible to make them with the pvc material you can buy for tablecloths. I said it was, but it got me thinking if I'm right! Can you sew pvc? I'm wondering…
Weekly Flylady Thread 26th September 2011
Weekly Flylady Thread 26th September 2011Welcome to the weekly Flylady thread. If you need help organising your week when it comes to housework, or just the motivation to do the dreaded housework tasks you have to do, come and join us, hopefully make it a little easier. You never know, you might start to enjoy it! There…
Fruitless Christmas cake challenge!
My friend has tasked me with making a cake, but she hates raisins, sultanas & currants. Cherries are fine, a little bit of mixed peel and will tolerate flaked almonds. As she likes the idea of the cake being fed between now and Christmas, does anyone have any recipes that would suit? I imagine that I can use dates, but…
using newspaper & loo roll inners as firelighters
hi guys now that the colder nights are here I'm glad that I collected the inners from loo and kitchen rolls all summer and rolled them inside each other to make free fire-lighters. (add a small piece of fire-lighter if needed). With kids also collected bags of pine cones as they light the fire really well when dry. also…
OS Daily Sunday 25th Sept
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Sunday 25th September. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved…
what can i do with pepperoni
with half a pack of pepperoni i have in the fridge? i need to use it up
Old Style Daily Thread for Saturday 24th September 2011
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Saturday 24th September 2011. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved…
Slow cooker vs pressure cooker
Just seen on episode of Masterchef Australia where they used a pressure cooker for [STRIKE]cake and squiddly [/STRIKE] steak and kidney pie. I had forgotten they existed and it got my thinking which was most economic to run, versatile etc out of the two. Any thoughts?
Dinner parties - not anymore
We have some very good friends who over the years have been many times to our house and we have been to theirs, again many times. In our youth we just had them over for drinks and we'd serve up maybe some cheese and biscuits during the evening. Anyway how it happened I don't really know, but over the years this sort of…
Blanket to Duffle Coat?
I've managed to inherit 2 pure wool blankets today - which although lovely are no use on our beds (duvets and quilts or microfibre blankets) So I was thinking - what I REALLY need is a warm winter coat for DS2 who is three years old. If I hot wash these blankets to shrink/felt them and run a dye through them - I have 2…
OS Daily Friday 23rd September
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Friday 23rd Sept. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
Cooking Russian Food
Hopefully someone can point me in the right direction. My dd is having a Russian day at school next week and each child has been asked to bring in food for it. I've no idea where to start :o It needs to be something that can be eaten cold and something the children might like to try.Oh and cheap to make, money is tight.…
Washing Up Bowl Stand
I have a plastic thingy which I put underneath my washing up bowl. It lifts the bowl about six inches or so, has a nice rim to stop the bowl slipping and as it is plastic it doesn't stain the sink. It is lovely and sturdy (or has been) as I like to wash up with a full bowl of water, and it has seen years of use. It is…
Help, how can I change my dresses?
Hello everyone, i will try and keep this short..... Mother of 2 daughters, husband left 05 (affair) and I have managed ok since then thanks all the good people on MSE ( thank u btw) I am working in Admin @ Headoffice. I haven't got a lot of money (unlike my collegues who are all married, 2 incomes, posh houses), which I am…
Meal plans WB 26th September
Well last week went better than the week before and we managed ALL meals planned, but then again I did plan as the week went by instead of in one go! So lets see if I can do that well again this week with the meal plan prepped before the week starts :D NB. I have Insulin Resistance and therefore eat a Low Gi/GL diet, so…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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