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Non-cookbook quest
I am quite a good 'basic' cook and know the basics of what flavours, ingredients etc... go together (apple with pork, sage etc...) but I'm looking to expand my horizons a bit :D Can someone recommend a cookery book that possibly lists what goes with what well? I don't need a cookbook as such, I'm not really wanting…
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Wednesday 5th August OS Daily
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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Protect your credit cards from scanning.
Lavaza ground coffee packets are made from a metal coated on both sides with plastic. The metal provides an RF shield against scanning and the plastic coatings provide a durable physical protection. Cut open the coffee packaging to get a flat sheet. Then cut to size to fit in your purse or wallet so it will cover both the…
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Cleaning Leather/Suede Shoes
Hi all, Im looking for some advice as im a little confused. So I have some shoes that have had a sugary drink spilled on them and they have dried off with a lot of discolouring on them. I have checked the material and it says leather upper but rather than the leather I know they are a almost like a suede material. I think…
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Cleaning a wooden table
Hi, looking for some advice with caring for my dining table. It's a walnut table. Over the past few months it's been increasingly difficult to clean. The table has a 'gummy' sticky feel to it which I just can't seem to shift. I've tried bicarb and vinegar but it didn't really touch it. Any suggestions?
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Pre holiday routines
I'm off on holiday for a fortnight on Saturday. I want to come home to a clean house! What are your top pre holiday cleaning tips?? Muser x
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Tuesday 4th August OS Daily
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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Favourite recipes?
We always seem to eat the same meals on rotation so I'm looking for inspiration! These two are my favourites, though I change the flatbread one slightly by leaving out the sultanas and topping with spring onions, chillies and a bit of cheese. http://www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk/recipes/lebanese-lamb-flatbread/…
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Any ideas how to clip my backpack straps together?
Hi everyone. I go walking a lot. I have a great daypack that fits everything I need and is comfortable on my back. Problem is, the shoulder straps sometimes fall down. There are two long straps left after adjustment, so I usually just tie them together at the front to keep the shoulder straps on! I was wondering if anyone…
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Washing soda
Where can I now buy washing soda please? No longer stocked @ Mr T, Waitrose or Boots. Nothing here either. http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/mysupermarket.com
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How to stop duvet sliding down inside cover?
I have a couple of duvet covers that are 'slippery' on the inside. Is there anyway I can stop the duvet sliding down? I was thinking of something like a large popper. Is there such a thing??
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Fab Beef Casserole For Slow Cooker
Took me some time to get this perfected but I am about there. This is ultimate for SC and Simmering ovens in Aga's/Rayburn's. 1lb Stewing steak 2 carrots 1 large onion 2 sticks of celery (I added another one as it was smaller from the middle, but its your own pref on that) 2 heaped tablespoons of plain flour 2 tablespoons…
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Washing Converse trainers
Has anyone tried washing converse trainers in the washing machine? My sons pale grey converse are beyond spot washing because they are so grubby. I was wondering if anyone had tried washing them in a washing machine and whether it was successful.
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Nicest Sliced Bread?
We try not to eat a lot of bread, an occasional treat is a couple of fresh baked rolls for lunch if we are shopping in Lidls or Morrisons. (Unfortunately we don't have any lovely artisan bakers around here :( ) Otherwise, I keep a stock of crispbreads, oatcakes etc. The problem is that OH likes a sandwich now and again so…
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OS Daily Thread Monday 3rd 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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Portion sizes when you were young
I was chatting with a friend tonight about portion sizes now compared to when we were kids. At the moment we are both overweight! When I was young my dad used to cook a smallish roast chicken (the size that takes just over an hour to cook) and between the five of us we would eat on side for dinner one night, and the other…
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Make Shaving Cartridges Last Longer
I have no idea how I discovered it but the other night I was just playing about on the web when I came across an article on how to make your shaving cartridge last longer! At that time the phone rang so I thought no more about it then tonight I thought I'd go back and have another look, well to be honest to see if I could…
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What's a reasonable....
weekly spend on a family of 2 adults 3 children and one cat? I went to Asda today rather than Sainsburys as money is really tight after my OH (the only wage earner) has been off sick for 4 months. Thankfully he's due to return soon but firstly it was going without luxuries, then cutting back and now its going without :( .…
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Weekly Flylady 3rd August 2015
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 Bossy for last week's thread Every room comes back around next week so please don’t stress about catching up These lists are only suggestions and not a must do list;…
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What can I do with cucumbers?
Hi,my husband has planted three cucumber plants that now have heaps of cucumbers on them,does anyone have any ideas what I can do with them? I looked on YouTube and you can dehydrate them but I have no idea how to use them when they are rehydrated.Any ideas greatly appreciated.
