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Archives for January 2020

Breadmaker Seville marmalade recipe, anyone?
Hi all, I have the Seville oranges ready to go but I can't find a marmalade recipe for a breadmaker that looks right. I've searched the forum but there doesn't seem to be anything on here either. Does anyone have a breadmaker marmalade recipe that they trust? Many thanks if you do! Elisheba
O/S Daily Saturday 25 January 2020
O/S Daily Saturday 25 January 2020 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 Friday 24 January 2020
O/S Daily Friday 24 January 2020 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,…
Do you consider Tradwives to be Old Style?
Just curious really with all the interest in housewives etc in the press this week. To me, traditional is such a broad term and people seem to have strong views about it. In some ways I am traditional but I'm too modern for the super traditionalists :) It would be nice if the old style values of thrift & reducing waste…
Grey towels 🤔🙄
Despite washing them on a very hot wash my white towels are looking decidedly off-white, greyish and grubby – ugh. Anyone got any good tips for getting them back to pristine white? TIA!
O/S Daily Thursday 23 January 2020
O/S Daily Thursday 23 January 2020 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 Wednesday 22 January 2020
O/S Daily Wednesday 22 January 2020 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…
Antiques/Distance Learning
Hello As I have decided that this IS going to be my year am looking once again at a course that I have been eyeing up for years. 'Antiques' by Regent Academy. Distance Learning. About £400.00 but I can get a discount. The content seems comprehensive but I do understand that it's just a starting point. I think I would…
O/S Daily Tuesday 21st January 2020
O/S Daily Tuesday 21st January 2020 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…
Why dont manufacturers bring back glass bottles?
Just seen the plastics being sent back from indonesia and i cant help wondering why we dont go back to glass bottles? Milk, ribena, cresta and corona - we didnt drink tons of fizzy stuff as it was heavy to carry more than one bottle home. Might make us healthier too! Glass can be recycled in this country, and if they do…
Old Style Home Remedies, Medicine and Self Care
Since I'm full of cold today I thought I'd start a thread and see what everyone's Old Style and homemade recipes and cures are for illness. Nothing against 'real' medicine, but I think that when you are taking the time to make home remedies you are also much more likely to be resting and taking care of yourself, rather…
O/S Daily Monday 20th January 2020
O/S Daily Monday 20th January 2020 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 20th January 2020
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. 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…
Can I Freeze These?
Had my Asda order delivered yesterday and they decided to choose 2 packs with expiry the same day...pathetic. “ ASDA Baker's Selection Plain Pancakes” Product Code: 5697761 Can I freeze a packet?
Old Style Daily Sunday 19th January
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…
Stuffed Peppers
I'm making some stuffed peppers later and after a few top tips.... Do any of you pre bake the pepper pre-stuffing? And do you cut the top off and stuff it or do you cut the pepper in half and stuff two halfs...? Cheers folks.
O/S Daily Saturday 18 January 2020
O/S Daily Saturday 18 January 2020 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,…
Starting from scratch
It has been ages since I posted in this section of the forum. I've been really busy and just when things were about to calm down I got the opportunity to move to Australia with work so here I am in my second week. I was out here for a couple of weeks before Christmas and now this is me for at least the next 2 years. Now…
Economical to have suits altered?
I spent all my life working in an office that did not require the wearing of suits and so have always worn trousers, shirt and a jumper. I am about to change jobs and this is going to require a proper suit. I went to M&S and asked for a bit of professional help. It turns out that my perfect fit is a slim-fit with 40S…
O/S Daily Friday 17 January 2020
O/S Daily Friday 17 January 2020 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,…

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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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