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Easiyo yoghurt too thick
I've read loads of threads about peoples yoghurts being too runny but mine and my daughters ( we made them separately last night ) is too thick any ideas - I used strawberries and cream sachet , she used toffee
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Ideas for a knitted gift for a 6 year old boy
Hi all I have found a pattern for a doll and two dresses in a library book and I am making one each for my daughters and nieces for Christmas. However don't want to leave my son out but can't find anything suitable as he is a bit past cuddly toys now. Any ideas? If there is a free pattern anywhere even better, otherwise…
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Help me rescue my cake!
I need help! I made this last night, and it's a stodgy brick - like a dense brownie - rather than a light cake. It's also sunk hideously in the middle. http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/ch...fee_cake_72340 I've not iced it yet, and need to salvage it to serve it up tonight to friends which we watch Great British Bake Off,…
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store cupboard cake recipe?
Hi all Just a quick question for anyone good at baking! I would like to bake something to fill us up as no £ to buy ingredients and although we have dinners sorted due to some offers in the freezer, OH likes a dessert as well! In the cupboards I have plain and s/r flour, raising agents, caster, icing and dk brown soft…
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Does anyone make their own spring/pancake rolls?
I fancy giving these a go but there are so many variations of wrap to use. I know I can go to an Asian supermarket to get spring roll wraps, alternatively I can use filo (which I'm thinking the wraps are but in the right size/shape) or alternatively the bbc food website has a recipe actually using the flat pancakes we have…
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Raw onion smell in fridge
I made the mistake of opening a bag of diced onion and leaving half in the fridge. This was months ago and still it smells of onion every time I open the door. I seem to remember someone posting how to get rid of smells from fridges but can't remember if it was to use lemon or not. Help. Hate the smell of raw onions.
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OS Daily Tuesday 10th September 2013
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. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
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I think I might be a (lazy) genius :D
I'm happy to confess that I hate housework. I really detest it and find it incredibly tedious. However, I've decided I need to do something about my laziness regarding this. I've looked at various threads and even the wonderful "Flylady" thread didn't inspire me. I know - shock horror! So I've come up with an idea. I've…
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Chicken marinated in yoghurt
Im not a big cook and my cullinary skills don't stretch very far but i thought i would have a go at making a curry to freeze instead of splashing out on takeaways. I found a good recipe and today started to prepare, i noticed it advised marinating the chicken (in yogurt, lime juice, garlic and spices) for at least 4-6…
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help colour run on favourite top
OH just got back from the gym and his new pinky/red (not yet washed) hoodie has run under the arms into his white basketball top. So he has red/pink stains in his white top, ideas on getting it out?
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Just add water homemade 'soup'
I had this idea and wondered what you thought, if you'd every seen/done this: I thought I could finely chop some veg plus rice noodles plus stock and some flavorings (herbs, thai paste etc) take it to work and then just add hot water for a decent lunchtime soup. Do you think it would work?
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Oven or simmer?
I need to do a stew for 2.5 hours at 150 C in the oven. My oven is electric. Is this cheaper than simmering on a gas stove for 2.5 hours?
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OS Daily Monday 9th September 2013
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. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
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Weekly Flylady Thread 9th September 2013
Welcome to the weekly Flylady thread. If you need help organising your week or getting motivated when it comes to housework then come and join us. Thank you to Natty for last weeks thread Still going with the new style this week, which works on how much time and motivation you have. The idea is that even if you are really…
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what are the pros and cons of using enamel plates etc
I am getting fed up of plates and bowls etc being chipped:mad::mad: ok my kids are now 17 and 19 yrs old:D and they still haven't stopped abusing my plates etc.. sooooo I want to change over to the OS style enamel plates, bowls, pie dishes etc.. apart from not being able to put them into the microwave, was wondering what…
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extra chunky wool
hi, ive got few balls of extra chuncky wool and wondered about making some quick hats and scarfs for winter, does anyone have any idea what size needles i will need and a easy pattern for the hat or other ideas??? thanks
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Getting boots altered
I'm not sure if this belongs in here but I couldn't really find anywhere else :) Anyways, I bought some new boots from a charity shop the other day and they are PERFECT, except for the fact that I have skinny legs and the boots are huge round the top. The rest of the boot fits fine, it's really just the leg that's an issue…
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OS Daily Sunday, 8th September 2013
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. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
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Cellophane wrappers round magazines
I get inundated with weekend magazines and their advertising ,leaflets which are wrapped in cellophane. Is this the same material as clingfilm and can it be recycled for covering dishes whilst in the microwave or for wrapping food up in for the freezer?
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tight budget what can i make with these items i have
I am on a tight budget this month and would like some help with what meals i can cook with the following items i have: a chicken 2 sausages 1 chicken pasty 1 corned beef pasty 1 butchers stuffing 1 1/4 bag frozen peas 1 pack bacon 3/4 bag frozen veg handful chips 3x blocks shortcrust pastry 1x tuna steak 250g mince 1/2 bag…
