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Archives for April 2018

O/S Daily Monday 9th April 2018
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…
Weekly Flylady Thread 9th April 2018
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…
Wiltshire Farm Foods
Has anyone tried these? Are they just for the elderly? I think they would be a good idea for myself, living alone and working full time but I've heard hit and miss reports.
Aldi sewing machine. What does anyone think of it?
Aldi has a sewing machine on offer at the moment for about £70. Has anyone bought one or have any constructive opinions on it. https://www.aldi.co.uk/so-crafty-sewing-machine/p/095785200177400 Thanks
Do Dryer Balls work?
Hey all, Drying clothes is costing me a fortune as we have small children and limited uniforms! Our DD is allergic to softeners so I found these branded Dryer Balls here:…
O/S Daily Sunday 8th April 2018
O/S Daily Sunday 8th April 2018 This is an !!!8220;over the garden fence!!!8221; type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It!!!8217;s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we!!!8217;re going to do today or what we!!!8217;ve…
Jackie0 huge thanks!
I just wanted to send a huge thank you to the wonderful JackieO for all your wonderful help and advice you post on here. I’ve got so many cookbooks that I hardy use (oops!) but I did some detective work on here and found all those wonderful recipes you combined in a cookbook..there are some great ones that even my fussy 14…
O/S Daily Saturday 7th April 2018
O/S Daily Saturday 7th April 2018 This is an !!!8220;over the garden fence!!!8221; type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It!!!8217;s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we!!!8217;re going to do today or what we!!!8217;ve…
Alternative uses for picalilli??
Hi Wonderful OSers, My MIL generously gave DH a jar of hm picalilli, which I've never pretended to like and he's recently admitted he isn't too keen on. It's quite chunky, so there's a possibility we could put some through the food processor and make it better for his sandwiches, but does anyone have any other ideas for…
Avoid expensive holiday rental 'add on' charges
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O/S Daily Friday 6th April 2018
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…
Modern washing machines - lack of water
I’ve just got this new washing machine and it doesn’t use enough water. With my old (about 15yo) one, the water would be halfway up the door. This new one doesn’t fill up at all. The clothes are wet but they are never sitting in water. I’ve been reading up and it seems that all the new machines are obsessed with using as…
Traditional peasant style dishes?
So I'm reading a book called European peasant cookery by Elisabeth Luard and it's been getting me all inspired. I love looking at the food that was traditionally quite frugal but filling and tasty cooked by peasants from all around the world. Things like pierogi from Poland, Dahl from India, all the traditional variations…
O/S Daily Thursday 5th April 2018
O/S Daily Thursday 5th April 2018 This is an !!!8220;over the garden fence!!!8221; type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It!!!8217;s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we!!!8217;re going to do today or what we!!!8217;ve…
How much???
More in the nature of a baffled "why would you" than anything else. In Mr T. browsing the reduced aisle and grabbed a small fajita veg kit for 10p. Looked nice and colourful, didn't check the ingredients, presumed it was chock full of different veg and would do for a quick tea. Just opened it, and it's two thirds onions…
Super frugal recipes
Hi I'm really struggling with the cost of food. I love to cook and I am happy to from scratch and I also love to batch cook and freeze. I am not a fussy eater I will eat most things within reason. So I should have no problem eating on a show string. However my teenage son with hollow legs is extremely fussy and so…
O/S Daily Wednesday 4th April 2018
O/S Daily Wednesday 4th April 2018 This is an !!!8220;over the garden fence!!!8221; type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It!!!8217;s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we!!!8217;re going to do today or what we!!!8217;ve…
O/S Daily Tuesday 3rd April 2018
O/S Daily Tuesday 3rd April 2018 This is an !!!8220;over the garden fence!!!8221; type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It!!!8217;s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we!!!8217;re going to do today or what we!!!8217;ve…
Haa any one got a King Pro?
DGD has asked for a long Pro for her new house, does anyone here use one, are they ok and is there a book to go with it?? Comments appreciated.

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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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