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Archives for February 2017

Yellow dusters
I'm trying to replace my ancient yellow dusters but find the quality is so bad. After buying two lots, one from Fleaby and the other from Ama*on I'm disappointed with the thin material which is almost see through. Is there anywhere I can buy the old fashioned thick dusters? Thanks.
O/S Daily Tuesday 28 February 2017
O/S Daily Tuesday 28 February 2017 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,…
O/S Daily Monday 27 February 2017
O/S Daily Monday 27 February 2017 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,…
Weekly Flylady Thread 27th February 2017
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. Its been lovely to see some de-lurkers and some newcomers; do please post even if it's just to say 'list completed' Thank you Valli for last week's thread. It is your responsibility to read the forum rules, please follow them on this thread as Flylady has been here a LONG time and is a…
NHS Discounts
If anybody works for the NHS or knows anybody who does this might be useful for you. 10 Amazing NHS Discounts you NEED to know about I know there are a couple of other sites like the BlueLight Card but I think you have to pay for that. C x
Copper cookware
I have one like this, virtually identical in size, shape, construction, age and mine is also from France. cost me 15€ http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311792754335 It has a makers mark similar to this Found it, very similar to this You wouldn't cook with it would you? Copper supposed to be toxic to cook with. But this says it is…
Old Style Daily Sunday 26th February
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…
Lamb joint - is it ok to eat?
Hi I did not know that this section of the forum existed!! I have a lamb joint which is uncooked. It has been in the coldest part of the fridge since 25th Jan. The expiry date on the joint is 25th Jan. Is it ok to cook and eat? I have tried smelling it but to be honest. I cannot tell if the smell is bad or not. Certainly…
Co-op stamps
This should probably go under 'savings' but just may be of more interest to OSers! I have tended to avoid Xmas clubs since my mother made me work out how much more interest we would get if we used a proper savings account. However, I have just worked out that my local Co-op's saver card effectively pays 4% interest: Buy 48…
Cost of stamps increasing again
For heavy users and those those who like to be ahead of the game, On March 27 the following increases will apply: First Class increases by 1p to 65p Second Class increases by 1p to 56p Large letter First Class increases by 2p to 98p Large letter Second Class increases by 1p to 76p Thank heavens for email !
O/S Daily Thread Saturday 25th February
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…
Lent - Moral support may be needed ;)
Okay. Not sure why - given I'm not religious - but I've decided to give up meat for lent this year. :eek::eek::eek: March 1st - April 13th = 44 days. Planning bacon pancakes breakfast noon and night on Tuesday ;) I know vegetarians might be sniggering up their sleeves at my attempt - but this is a big thing for me - I…
Reheating pancakes
Can you reheat pancakes? Got to provide pancakes for 16 people on Shrove Tuesday so would like to make them earlier and reheat.
OS Daily 24th Feb
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…
The Ten a Day challenge, join me
So 10 a day better than 5 a day. Who is going to join me in the challenge? Sharing recipes meal ideas and importantly money saving? Progress today Brksfst a boiled egg and an apple =1 Lunch bowl of homemade mix veg and lentil soup, turkey salad and an orange =4 Dinner= grapefruit starter =1 cauliflower cheese with a little…
OS Daily Thursday 23rd Feb
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…
Dinner tastes nasty. How to save it from the bin?
I've cooked a beef stifado in the slow cooker for the first time and it tastes sharp and not at all pleasant. Any suggestions on how to make it better? It has red wine, red wine vinegar, tinned tomatoes and tomato puree in it - all sharp flavours and I should really have guessed how it was going to turn out. It gets great…
Zoflora
Hi I am sure others do this but here goes anyway, I buy the reed diffuses in most rooms and thought it was getting expensive so I tried a small amount of zoflora mixed with water I like the linen fresh fragrance but so many smells now to suit all rooms. I always have a bottle mixed in the kitchen for a quick fix.
Best Way to stretch shoes?
Just got a new pair of shoes and they are a teeny bit tight across the foot. What are your tried and tested methods for stretching them? Thanks in advance :)
Slowcooker Recipes
Thought this may be a good thread to start. I love the slow cooker, when you get the hang of it! Nice to come home to a meal that's been cooking while you are at work. Here is my basic Beef Casserole 900g beef cuts (£7) 750g baby potatoes (large ones halved) (£1) 2 leeks diced (50p) 4 large carrots diced (50p) 4 large…

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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
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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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
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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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