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Archives for January 2020

How to get children away from convenience food?
Daughter asked me for recipe for easy recipe for cream of tomato soup, went down well, but 6 year old GD said it wasn't the same as the tinned version, so wouldn't eat it after a few spoonfuls, but went down well with Mum and Dad. I checked the sugar content for a one person can of Heinz and was shocked to see it was 4…
Rice pudding recipe
I can make rice pudding, but I’ve never achieved that skin on the top! I need some help with it please! How do I do it? I’ve baked it and slow cooked it, never a sign of the skin.
O/S Daily Thursday 16 January 2020
O/S Daily Thursday 16 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,…
Love Food Hate Waste 2020
Hello chums just thought as its a new decade and New Year we should update things a bit .Since I started a couple of years ago it has grown into lots of lovely folk writing in and saying how they have managed to streeetch their food out a bit, and no longer bin things as they did .I am really pleased and think all of you…
O/S Daily Wednesday 15 January 2020
O/S Daily Wednesday 15 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…
Lakeland multi cooker recipes
I’m after some tried and tested recipes for the Lakeland multi cooker. I have used mine so far mainly for the slow-cooker. I have such a small kitchen that the multi cooker made more sense than multiple devices. What have you made in yours that you can share the recipe for? I start a new job in a few weeks that will see me…
Using boiler cupboard for drying clothes?
I’ve finally gotten around to a huge declutter and have “acquired” a whole new cupboard as a result🤣 The gas combi boiler lives in there but I’ve just realised that this could be an ideal new home for my clothes horse in the winter. My question is, will I just create myself a damp problem in there if I do this? Sorry if…
How to UN-dye something?
On a whim I dyed my favourite pale stonewashed denim jacket and skirt with black dye. They have come out a really murky horrible grey which I hate. I am gutted and don't know what made me do such a stupid thing! What can I do to get back that lovely pale blue stonewashed look?
Saving on Audible subscription
If you already have an audible membership, go to cancel your audible, select you are cancelling because it is too expensive, and you might get 3 months of membership for £3.99 per month. Just remember to pop into your calendar if you want to cancel after this. I first had the 30 day free trial, then went to cancel before…
Old style cleaning products & tips
There are a whole host of tips here for bathroom, household, automotive etc. using the old favourites of soda crystals, citric acid etc. I haven't had a chance to read them all- hopefully there will be something new!! You can sign up for regular newsletter There's also a chance to upload your own tip on You Tube with…
Kenwood Multione
Has anyone got this kitchen mixer with multiple attachments? My electric handwhisk has died and I can’t decide whether to just replace it or upgrade to a stand machine. I’ve noticed this one on special offer in Curry’s for £159 and it seems to do everything
O/S Daily Tuesday 14 January 2020
O/S Daily Tuesday 14th 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…
Slow cooker porridge?
Does anyone have a tried and tested method to make porridge in the SC overnight? I checked the GC thread but couldn't see one. I have been looking and there is ones that say put in a ceramic dish in the SC, others that say you need posh oats? Most say it comes out like wallpaper paste :( I have a cheap timer I can use if…
OS Daily Monday 13th 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…
Weekly Flylady Thread 13th January 2020
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…
Coffee Machine Cleaning Help Please
I’ve had a bean to cup for years and regularly run a descaling program and at the same time give the inside of the machine (where the grounds end up etc) a good clean too. The drip tray, holder and the water container can all be done in the dishwasher and they come out lovely. My problem is the inside of the machine where…
O/S Daily Sunday 12th January 2020
O/S Daily Sunday 12th 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,…
Pros and Cons - Living in an old House/possibly non-standard construction
Hello lovely people. I'm in the process of looking for a house to buy and it seems that most of/many of the houses in the area I'm looking are non-standard construction: i.e. concrete. Those that aren't, those that have any character at all, are older properties. It would be good to get your experiences :) The upsides I'm…
Who sells soap flakes?
Hello, I used to be able to get soap flakes or bars of household soap from any supermarket, but not for years now. I recently saw an old closed MSE thread on this topic that mentioned Wilko, but they seem to have stopped as well now. Does anyone know who sells either flakes or bars, apart from online?
OS Daily Saturday 11th 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…

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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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