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Is Anyone An Olio Volunteer
I have been thinking about volunteering by collecting and distributing food for Olio. Does anyone do this? What has been your experience?
O/S Daily Wednesday 2 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Wet and raining steadily - lots of laying water also. Air is cooler too. Dinner last night was burgers, sausages, new potatoes and salad/coleslaw. Working at the other…
O/S Daily Tuesday 1 August 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Damp and murky start to the day. Not raining at the moment, but rain forecast for later. Dinner last night was LO chicken and mushroom pie, chips and beans for DH and I…
Removing Garlic Smell infiltrating from neighbours kitchen through gaps in adjoining wall
I was wondering if anyone had any ideas which are effective at removing the smell of garlic. The problem with extraction fans and opening some windows to vent it out is that it just draws more in air from the neighbours kitchen through the cracks in the wall and makes it worse. I have a circulating fan in the Kitchen with…
O/S Daily Monday 31 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Damp and murky start to the day. Not raining at the moment, but rain forecast for later. Lunch yesterday was roast lamb, wanted LO's but none left other than…
Weekly Flylady Thread 24th July 2023
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…
Old style Daily Sunday 30th July 2023
Good morning, it's an early start from me, I've been awake half the night and finally gave up on sleep and got up!I know I'll be yawning my way through the day but hey ho.it looks as if it has rained overnight, but it's bright enough, yesterday turned out to be fine and warm.It's Ds's birthday today and I left it to Dh to…
Instant pot is it worth it?
Instant pots are half price right now and I'm tempted but also worrying about whether it will be worth the initial outlay to save energy costs when cooking? Does anyone have one? What types of things do you cook n it?
O/S Daily Saturday 29th July 2023
Good morning, I'll pop back soon.
O/S Daily Friday 28 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Dry at present but rain forecast later, cloudy and overcast too. Dinner last night was use up bits from the fridge, shopping day today. Chores to do. Day off and back…
O/S Daily Thursday 27 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Wet and raining, lots of laying water and murky start to the day, rained heavily at times during the night . Rain showers forecast for the day. Dinner last night was HM…
O/S Daily Wednesday 26 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Damp and murky start to the day, yesterday was the same but then dried up and the sun shone and was a pleasant day. Hoping today will be the same. I have a basket of…
Selling text books
Where is a good uk company to sell text books?
O/S Daily Tuesday 25 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Damp and murky start to the day, yesterday was the same but then dried up and the sun shone and was a pleasant day. Hoping today will be the same. I have a basket of…
O/S Daily Monday 24 July 2023
Morning Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Damp and murky start to the day. Lunch yesterday was roast chicken, not LO's - except yorkshires, they will be served tonight with sausages, mash, veg and gravy. Back…
Weekly Flylady Thread 17th July 2023
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…
Microwave v air fryer
I spent some time thinking about buying an air fryer before deciding that the reduction in energy costs wouldn’t justify the capital cost, especially as my cooker has two small ovens rather then one big one. I use the oven maybe once a week, though this week is unusual and I’ll be baking on three days. When I do use an…
Old Style Daily Sunday 23rd July
Morning everyone 😊 I was rudely awoken at 5.30am by magpies squabbling on my bedroom window sill, but they've gone as it is raining heavily again. I spent yesterday watching the women's football (England were just good enough) and pottering before my DB, DSiL & DN came over. They'd brought a Gusto meal to cook, a sausage &…
Old Style Daily Saturday 22 July 2023
Good morning everyone. Coffee time.
Storing tomato sauce in jars...
I have discovered 3 bags of last year's tomatoes in my freezer, and am wondering whether to make a batch of tomato sauce to use them. However, I don't want to put that sauce back into the freezer as I'm trying to empty it. Can I store the sauce in hot, sterilised jars, as if it were jam? And if so, how long will it keep?

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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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