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Archives for October 2017

Vim & Ajax? Still as good as used to be? And what TYPE of Vim variant is best?
Am looking to buy an old mother's favourite: Vim scouring powder. Or Ajax, the same type of scourer powder. Way better in so many ways than the liquid "Jif" - sorry, "Cif", LOL! :rotfl: [BTW re availability - in case this helps anyone else:] ª I expected to see Vim at Wilko, as they sold this only a year or so ago…
O/S Daily Tuesday 31st October 2017
O/S Daily Tuesday 31st October 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…
What to do with ox tail?
Got some reduced for 15p at supermarket and wondered best thing to make with it. I have a slow cooker I have curry powder, chilli powder, tumeric, cumin, mustard seeds, stock cubes, passata, broth mix, red lentils, frozen sliced leeks and some (old) onions.
Local library
If this is a money saving site why are posters buying books from charity shops and not using their local library, we pay for this service through our council tax. I remember taking my children on a Saturday morning where an assistant was reading a story then choosing a book for the week now they do that with their…
Salary Sacrifice - Can I get any money back??
Drying washing outdoors in winter
This morning we had a frost but its sunny now. I've just hung my washing outdoors to try and dry it but it occurred to me that the temperature in our spare bathroom with foldaway drying lines would in reality have been a warmer drying location. So, what's your favourite option? I've moved my Hills Hoist to its alternative…
O/S Daily Monday 30th October 2017
O/S Daily Monday 30th October 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 30th October 2017
What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole task easier and quicker. We also…
Pumpkin Glut
I have about 15kg of pumpkin flesh in the fridge from carved pumpkins ( and about another 10kg yet to come &#55357;&#56900;). I don't want to waste it so can I have your favourite recipes for pumpkin so I can have a day of cooking and freezing. It's a mixture of pulp and cubes. I've looked on Pinterest but I keep getting…
Women's knee high socks
My dear wife likes to wear plain ordinary black cotton knee-high socks with her long skirts in the winter, but is despairing of finding any at a sensible price that stand being worn and washed more than a few times. Does anybody please know of an online source of such a thing in a UK women's size 6?
Low fat clear soup recipes
Hi :wave: Does anyone have a low fat clear soup recipe? The hospital has put me on a diet but not given me recipes that fit it.
O/S Daily Sunday 29th October 2017
O/S Daily Sunday 29th October 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,…
Royal Iceing and Marizpan
I was doing a tidy up of my kitchen larder today and found a packet of Dr.!Oetker ready to roll Royal-Icing. The packet was unopened in its original foil paper and while the packet gave a date of Oct 2017. I’m wondering if that’s a date selected by the manufacturer or a true use by date Homemade Royal Icing I know consists…
O/S Daily Saturday 28th October 2017
O/S Daily Saturday 28th October 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…
How to heat up a frozen chicken curry?
Hello all, Hope I have posted in the right place, did my best. I froze a chicken curry I made and wanted to know how best to heat it up? ie leave in fridge over night the day before and then heat up in microwave? or in the oven? or just take straight out frezer and put in oven or microwave? Any advice appreciated?
Sorry if I have missed it but is there a thread of meal plans around Aldi Super 6
As title please I am looking to save costs and eat more vegetarian food so thought this would be idea as I'm not very creative in the kitchen. It doesn't have to be vegetarian receipes though aslong as the offer veg is used.
O/S Daily Thursday 27th October 2017
O/S Daily Friday 27th October 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,…
cheese triangle- use in recipes?
for eg. could i make a pasta sauce using some? do they melt down? any other ideas please?
O/S Daily Thursday 26th October 2017
O/S Daily Thursday 26th October 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…
Is it worth buying a slow cooker?
Are they worth it or just another kitchen gadget? Also what size is better for a single person?

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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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