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Archives for August 2014

Weekly Flylady Thread 1st September 2014
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.[/B] Thank you to Dusty for last weeks thread Welcome aboard if you are new, jump right in with whichever day you join us on. Returners welcome home. Regulars time to up your…
Low cost meat based diet help needed!
So I have autoimmune disorders and have been eating an autoimmune protocol diet for a few months now and it's really helped - I've cut down my medication and am finally out of the totally exhausted all the time constantly ill phase I was in. So my diet is basically meat and veg based with some fruit and sweet potatoes. I…
Pea and Ham soup?
I've tried searching the slow-cooker index but there are no links to click on for some reason? Any tried and tested recipes for the slow cooker? DH loves pea and ham soup so I was thinking of buying a whole gammon joint and making some in the slow cooker. Would I need to boil the gammon first (to remove excess salt) or…
holiday in 9 days need to use up what i have
as it states we go in holiday in 9 days need to use up what i have and do a big shop when i come back so i would love some intresting ideas to use up what i have 4 fajita kit 5 gammon steaks 4 chicken breasts bacon 1pkt sausage 4 link 4 lorne 1/2 packet of chips 1 egg left tuna mayo wee drop gonna use this for wrap for…
O/S Daily Sunday 31st August 2014
O/S Daily thread Sunday 31st August 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…
Accidental successes?
Have you messed something up, but it was a success anyway? I made chips recently, peeled and cut them and deep-fat fried them. (I normally do them in the oven, a deep-fried chip dinner is a treat as it's more effort!) I took them out and drained them, and went to sprinkle salt on them. The lid came off the salt and the…
Bottling Cordial
I made a batch of elderberry cordial last night and the recipe told me to let it cool before bottling. It's my understanding that preserves should be bottled and sealed hot so a vacuum forms as the liquid cools in a sealed container. Can anyone shed light on this for me? Is it better to bottle when cool or hot?
Buttermilk Question
Hi I bought some Buttermilk the other day for DH to make some scones, the recipe called for 6 tbsp but Asda only had 1 litre in the foreign foods section. I didn't check the bottle and have just seen that you are "supposed" to use it within 12 hours once opened and I have 1 1/2 pts left :( It's day 3 and it smells fine…
O/S Daily thread Saturday 30th August
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…
Puppy help please
Hello everyone, I have a 5 month old puppy and mostly hose training is going ok. But for some reason if she does pooh in the house it's on the coir ( think that's what it's called) doormat by the front door. It's one that is fitted not loose, and I've scrubbed it with a scrubbing brush and hot water and washing liquid, but…
Meal Planning Help
Hi Everyone, Ive just moved home and discovered that my parents are spending +£800 a month on groceries for 3 people and a cat. They think that's normal (name brands, some convenience foods and eat very well). Ive convinced them that I can at least half their shop, and they can still eat well.... now I need to do it. Dad…
My 'Own' Version
we tried the Aldi Pulled pork the other week and OH loved it - I enjoyed it too and I am not a big fan of meat. so reading the ingredient list - I thought I would try to replicate it. I bought the Aldi Pork shoulder joint and a bottle of cola. the shoulder joint is twice the size of the one in the pulled pork (which still…
leaving present for a colleague going traveling
Hi, one of our colleagues is leaving work soon to do some volunteer work abroad for three months and then going traveling afterwards. We would like to get her a useful leaving present but have no idea what. None of us have ever been traveling as such. She is going on a placement where accommodation and meals are provided.…
Jam recipes
Hi there I am wanting to make different types of jam for crimso presents and wondered if anyone had any foolproof recipes? Thanks :) Xx
Repairs to Kenwood FP505 food processor
Hello All, Without going into all the details, I think one of the components on the PCB (circuit board) of an old, but rarely used, Kenwood FP505 food processor has (is) failing. I have basically no electrical component knowledge and am just asking if anyone knows if it is possible to get circuit diagrams for obsolete…
Plum stones and Jam
I have made different jams over the last couple of years. Some have set well others not so. This year I tried the Jam sugar (with Pectin) but it didn't seem any different except more expensive! I have used plum stones in a muslin (some pounded up) which have given the best results. I am thinking of keeping the stones from…
wool blankets
Hi sorry to bother you all, I was just wondering if anyone knew of a cheap or reasonably priced store where i could get wool blankets from? They cost a fortune on the wool company so way out of my budget. Oh and is this any good to buy off ebay?…
Making fruit vodka help please
I would like to make fruit vodka with damsons and soft fruit. Has anyone a good recipe and what bottles do you use and how do you sterilise them? Thanks Gintot
Dairy Free Topping for Granola
Apologies if this isn't posted in the correct part of the forum..... Can anyone suggest an alternative to Yoghurt to have with a bowl of Granola? I used to have it with Yoghurt years ago and loved it. However, since then I can no longer have Yoghurt due to a reduction in Dairy in my diet. I would like to start eating it…
O/S Daily Thread Friday 29th August
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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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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