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Archives for November 2017

WW2 lifestyle in 2018
Hello, I am looking for a list of rations that came under the points system, as I am trying to simplify our diet as well as having a very limited budget to live on. I have read the books etc all about weekly and monthly rations on say meat, butter, sugar etc, but it is the 'extras' that's you bought with the points system…
The Annual Christmas card list
Ours is massive due to a multitude of connections over the years. However, more recently we,ve stopped hearing from some people and honestly don’t know if they’ve moved, died or just don’t send cards any more, which if you only keep in touch at Christmas, effectively breaks the bond. We need to rationalise our list because…
A Simpler Life 2018
Every year at about this time, I get a yearning for a more simple way of life. A life that doesn't involve being bombarded with endless ads for x% off or buy a new sofa/kitchen/table/bed/car or your Christmas holiday will become a fate worse than death :mad: It really does get to me. I hate consumerism in general. It…
Thursday 30th November O/S 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…
Food processors - what to look for and best buys
Hiya All Sorry to have been absent for so long but we had a bereavement in the family which threw my already chaotic life into more madness! Anyhoo that seems to be getting behind us now and my son and family hope to be able to move out in the spring. Which brings me to the reason for this post. While they have been here…
Help! Angel wings nativity
Hi all My daughter is panicking as DGS is to be an angel in the nursery nativity play. We can do most of the costume but angel wings? What materials would be best to use and how to attach them? The white part of his costume is a t shirt. He is three and a half and little for his age. I have searched on line and there is…
Quick and sometimes obvious time savers..
Since this is such a busy time I wondered if anyone had some easy time savers that worked for them? Starting the Christmas card preparations I've realised that writing the cards out by hand is much quicker than designing and printing address labels which I have been doing for the last few years. It also gives me some…
O/S Daily Wednesday 29th November 2017
O/S Daily Wednesday 29th November 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…
Old style Advent Calender...
I dont know about anyone here but im fed up of seeing rediculously expensive advent calenders with wine, lego, expensive chocolates, make up etc on sale.....i think this will cause a lot of un nesserssary misery to parents on a budget........so i thought i would share an idea that we will be doing in our house this…
Question about quinces
Hi Everyone. I have been given a bag full of quinces and wondered if anyone has ideas on what I could do with them. I have made quince jelly in the past but thought there might be other uses. Thanks in advance.
O/S Daily Tuesday 28th November 2017
O/S Daily Tuesday 28th November 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…
Changing up loose change.
I am having a major declutter of my house and have come across a big box of change (all legal tender) that we used to our spare change into. There is a lot of change in there and I was wondering what to do with it. Coinstar seem a bit of a ripoff and my local bank will only take a limited number of change bags at any one…
changing from normal milk to uht
am i doing the right thing finacially? 53p yes i have 2 boys that are 9 and 11 now and i use it in everything from hot choc to pasta sauce. calcium they eat cheese/yoghurt just cannot justify £1.40 for milk on holiday spain and hotter countries they use this moral support needed x same as diluted juice used to be robinsons…
O/S Daily Monday 27th November 2017
O/S Daily Monday 27th November 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…
Bulk Buying Question
I'm thinking of buying bulk foods and so was doing some research regarding this. Since this is a product I do have, I decided to look at Quaker Porridge Oats as an example so I can get a comparison for the same product from multiple sources. Now I am wondering whether it is worth buying bulk at all... For example take this…
Weekly Flylady Thread - 27th November 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…
OS Daily 26th November
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…
Make four people five dinners for £20
I've just spotted this on the Deals Blog on the Main Site, I know there are many savvy moneysavers on here who could do just as well, or better :D but there might be some inspiring ideas :) Make four people five dinners for £20 You may know Miguel Barclay as “the £1 chef” or from his Instagram account (@onepoundmeals).…
What was day to day food in your childhood?
Hi, I'm aware of price rises across the board whenever I shop and also those welcome YS bargains are very thin on the ground these days too. I'm trying to remember the meals we had as 'everyday' meals way back when to see if I can give us tasty meals from simpler ingredients and also cut back on some of the outlay on the…
What was day to day food in your childhood?
Hi, I'm aware of price rises across the board whenever I shop and also those welcome YS bargains are very thin on the ground these days too. I'm trying to remember the meals we had as 'everyday' meals way back when to see if I can give us tasty meals from simpler ingredients and also cut back on some of the outlay on the…

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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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