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Old Style Daily Sunday 05 March 2023
Good morning all.
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WeeklyFlylady Thread 27th February 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…
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Old Style techniques for dust ?
I have hayfever and my husband seems to have something like asthma (undergoing tests). I know to dust from the top down and we have a HEPA filter Henry vacuum cleaner. I'm asking for air purifier recommendations on another forum. But are there ways to capture dust rather than spread it around with dusters ? Any remedies…
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Car diffuser
So, I've got one of those "car perfume diffusers" and I'd like to refill it when it finishes You can get decent quality fragrances from copycatfragrances, or tbf the likes of Janan who sell eau de parfum stuff for a relatively cheap price I'd like to use something from a bottle in terms of the actual fragrance, and then…
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Slow cooked meat problem
I have cooked some beef in the slow cooked and when I took it out the absorbent pad was still on the bottom, Will it still be ok to eat, The meat came from Sainsbubs but I cannot find out what the pads are made of Help..
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Cleaning a thermos flask
I haven’t used my thermos for a while, so I washed it out carefully with hot water and a cattle brush, then with bicarb and then plain hit water. But my tea (plain black tea, no milk or sugar) tasted musty. Any ideas on what to do with it (other than yell and chuck it at the wall)?
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Old Style Daily Saturday 04 March 2023
Good morning folks. I need a shot of coffee. BRB.
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Charity shop workers - please share your tips
We have lots of charity shop workers and volunteers posting across various threads, but I'd like to start a dedicated chat specially for their tips. So, if you work in a charity shop, is there anything you can share with us shoppers to help us snuffle out the best treasure? For example: * Is there a best time to visit? *…
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Preheating the Oven: “The Recipe Says So” myth.
In these days of astronomic rises in energy bills, I have an issue with pre-heating ovens. I am appalled by the number of recipes and “how to cook” on bought food items that demand that you pre-heat the oven. This is a complete and utter waste of energy. Nothing is being cooked at this stage. The average oven uses about…
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Condensation a good or bad thing whilst Cooking in Microwave
Hello just wondering after noticing that there is condensation on the door inside after cooking in the microwave, if one is cooking again later would this condensation be an advantage as steam is hotter than water and the food items inside - Would it be better to pat dry the door or leave the condensation and even mist in…
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February 2023 Grocery Challenge
Welcome to the second Grocery Challenge of 2023! ******** Please post your budget in BOLD and HEADING 2 ******** If your new month starts early feel free to join this thread, or if you're still working on your January Budget then keep on posting in the January Challenge. As always this challenge is to reduce your own…
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Toilet limescale Want Old Style way to remove & prevent.
How can I prevent and remove lime scale in my toilet in an eco Old Style way? I’m currently pouring acid down the toilet a number of times a year. I’ve heard that coke or vinegar can do the job. Can you suggest something works? Thanks ;0)
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O/S Daily Friday 3 March 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 Very dark chilly start to the day. DH and DS1 getting ready for work, I'm showered, dressed and enjoying my first cuppa and my porridge whilst on here. DS2 settled and…
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what is a strong fabric for furniture upholstery, but with the lowest cost
Hi And thanks for reading. What is a strong durable upholstery fabric but without the expensive price tag, I mean for a strength to price ratioThanks
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O/S Daily Thursday 2 March 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 Very dark chilly start to the day. DH and DS1 getting ready for work, I'm showered, dressed and enjoying my first cuppa and my porridge whilst on here. DS2 settled and…
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O/S Daily Weds 1 March 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 Very dark chilly start to the day. DH and DS1 getting ready for work, I'm showered, dressed and enjoying my first cuppa and my porridge whilst on here. DS2 settled and…
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O/S Daily Tuesday 28 February 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 Very dark chilly start to the day. DH and DS1 getting ready for work, I'm showered, dressed and enjoying my first cuppa and my porridge whilst on here. DS2 settled and…
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MSE HQ held a book swap with a surprise element
Anyone tried this? We each chose a book we owned and enjoyed, wrapped it up and scribbled a description on the front. Then we met up and threw our books on the pile and each chose a new one based on the description. I got to shift one of my finished books and discover one I might not have picked up otherwise.
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Cutting dishwasher tabs in half
Does anyone else cut their dishwasher tabs in half to get more washes out of a pack? I’ve heard of this hack and thought I’d give it a go. But my OH has completely freaked out and said it’s not sensible to do it and it’s toxic etc. wondered what everybody’s thoughts on it were please?
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Clothes Drying
Hi, My wife is struggling to get our clothes dry in Winter. She refuses to use the dryer. I wonder what my best option is as the weather isn't great in the North West. 1. Run the radiator in the room where the clothes are for longer each day (has a Tado smart system) 2. Use a fan to move the air around 3. Buy a small…
