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Archives for October 2018

Bleach solution
Can anyone advise please what is the weakest solution of bleach that works? Thinking in terms of a solution for killing mould and for reliably sterilising bathroom surfaces. Thanks
Pumpkin
Afternoon everyone. I've been trying to like pumpkin, but so far I just can't, it's watery, gluey and bland, I've tried it in soups, stews and roasted but I can't find a recipe which I think is actually nice. I've even tried different kinds and the results are all the same, I really want to like it, I love seasonal veg and…
OS Daily Tuesday 23rd October
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…
Hand held Blender - looking for recommendations
Does anyone have any recommendations for a great hand held blender please? Our cheap Mr T’s one fell apart in style, prior to this we had a wonderful heavy duty one, which was either Braun or Kenwood, which lasted many years and owed us nothing. But we haven’t found one since that comes remotely close. We use it heavy duty…
Ate chicken that should've been cooked - panic!
Hi all, First of all, feel like a complete idiot for doing this mistake. I don't buy things like his often so probably should've checked the packaging properly. Anyway, popped into coop after work and picked up some chicken pakoras - they looked like those little ready to eat bites you can buy in other supermarkets, they…
O/S Daily Monday 22 October 2018
O/S Daily Monday 22 October 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,…
Weekly Flylady Thread 22nd October 2018
WeWelcome 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 Valli for last week's thread There are 3 levels per day with depending on how much time you have. Feel free to mix and match to suit your own personal circumstances.…
Huge Orange Pumpkin - what can I make??
I've bought a massive bright orange pumpkin to carve with DGD during her half term holiday. What could we make with the innards?? I remember roasting the seeds before but need ideas for using the flesh. TIA
How much do you spend on clothes for yourself and your family per year?
If anyone had asked me this question I would have said maybe £300 for me and my daughter a year. I added it up for last year and shamefully it came to a whopping 1,900. I was actually disgusted as someone who doesn't see herself as a fashionista and loves charity shopping this was a massive wake up call. I'm currently…
O/S Daily Sunday 21st October 2018
O/S Daily Sunday 21st October 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,…
How to stop bananas ripening?
Is there a way to slow down the process so that a small bunch of bananas is still edible at the end of the week?
O/S Daily Saturday 20th October 2018
O/S Daily Saturday 20th October 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…
Stock cubes which actually dissolve - do they even exist
For years I've bought liquid chicken stock from Costco when I didn't have time to make my own however they've stopped importing it to the UK because apparently people complained it was too expensive:mad: Anyway I'm more than a bit frustrated with pathetic stock cubes which don't seem to dissolve and more than half of the…
Slow cooker- a little advice please?
Hi, I have been told to post on this forum as I might get more advice than in the In my Home forum. We want to buy a 3.5 litre slow cooker and notice that there are a lot at argos, all getting equally good customer reviews, want to spend £20-£35 so appreciate any pointers as to what to buy? a few spring to mind,…
Student coffee drinking etc
Hi there, I'm looking for some help. I'm a teacher and next week it's my turn to do an assembly for Upper sixth and I thought I would show them how to make a latte with an aeropress and a milk frother. I wanted to give them some costing comparisons to go with it but a quick Google doesn't turn anything up so I wondered if…
O/S Daily Friday 19th October 2018
O/S Daily Friday 19th October 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,…
O/S Daily Thursday 18th October 2018
O/S Daily Thursday 18th October 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…
Removing cup ring marks
Hi all I wondered if anyone had any wisdom on how to remove cup rings from wood furniture Super thanks
Old Style Daily Wednesday 17th October
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…
Le Creuset type pan - burnt!!
Not sure where this should be put but mods please move if necessary. I am staying at someone's house and have just burnt a Le Creuset type pan. :eek: I've got all the burnt food off it but it has left it black, Anyone any ideas how to clean it please?

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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
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
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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
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
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Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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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.
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 Payments 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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