Preparing for winter III

annie123

annie123 wrote: »

Loads of links on a post I did last year on window quilts.
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showpost.php?p=48104311&postcount=1563

Small windows are very easy especially if they're pillow case size;) big windows are not so, but they make a big difference.
I have the original 1930's casement windows which I love in summer but they are cold in winter.
In my north facing living room I caulk them, then window film, then quilts, then fleeces, then thermal lined curtains.........can you tell I don't like drafts, being cold or paying high gas bills

The fleeces are up all year round as they make nice lightweight summer curtains, the light still filters through the white fleece but provides privacy too.

I haven't remade new ones yet to replace the ones the mice used as bedding in the loft....useful tip store in something mouse proof;) As it's autumn next month, I'd best get a move on and get more done.

Edit; bubble wrap works well instead of wadding but if you want them rolled up during the day it does stand out quite a bit at the top.

I'm sorry, I posted the wrong link
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showpost.php?p=44829454&postcount=4067

happyin_devon

morning all......looks like the end of the world out of my windows today,so i will be cleaning and winter prepping as boys away with their dad!
quick question.....anyone have any suggestions or uses for old towels,old curtains,bed throw(silky type,not fleece)and shabby kids duvet covers....seem to have accumilated far more than i need and before i bundle them off to either charity shop or recycling i thought i chk with you clever people if i could be doing anything worthwhile with them.......

also thought id share my water saving tip.....my hot water takes FOREVER to get to my kitchen sink,so i now have 2identical washing up bowls nesting together,i run hot water tap into first bowl until it comes through hot,then lift out the bowl so hot stuff runs into 2nd bowl and then use spare lukewarm water from 1st bowl for watering plants,flushing downstairs loo etc.

Rainy-Days

Happyon Devon. Don't throw your old towels out they are invaluable. You can use them for cleaning, wiping down shower screens, blotting up spills etc and it will save you quite a bit on the disposable kitchen towels.

I use all my old towels for the dogs, wiping their paws and standing them on them to wipe their coats down. If you have way too many towels ask someone who is a dog owner if they want them as generally doggie owners are on the look out for things like this - mainly the bath towel size.

As for the duvets you can strip them down and use the filling for putting in cushions/seat pads.

happyin_devon

ah,thank you rainy-days......knew i was missing the point re towels.....you'd have thought id think of that whilst cleaning up,but no,i was using paper towel!! and lots of my neighbours have dogs so some can go their way......now just the curtain mountain to deal with!

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Could old curtains be hung behind OK ones to add insulation? If we have anything like that too bad to be used we tend to keep them in the garage for using on the floor when we are decorating or if we have to move furniture they go over it to stop it being scratched in the car. DH has even been known to use them on the ground when he does a car job. Hope that helps Cheers Lyn.

happyin_devon

MrsLurcherwalker wrote: »

Could old curtains be hung behind OK ones to add insulation? If we have anything like that too bad to be used we tend to keep them in the garage for using on the floor when we are decorating or if we have to move furniture they go over it to stop it being scratched in the car. DH has even been known to use them on the ground when he does a car job. Hope that helps Cheers Lyn.

tee hee hee......if id thought of using an old curtain as a dust sheet yesterday,then i wouldnt be cleaning specles of paint off of my bathroom floor this morning.......honestly i REALLY should think more:rotfl:

Ellie83

annie123 wrote: »

I'm sorry, I posted the wrong link
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showpost.php?p=44829454&postcount=4067

The other thread was very informative too

Fruball

happyin_devon wrote: »

morning all......looks like the end of the world out of my windows today,so i will be cleaning and winter prepping as boys away with their dad!
quick question.....anyone have any suggestions or uses for old towels,old curtains,bed throw(silky type,not fleece)and shabby kids duvet covers....seem to have accumilated far more than i need and before i bundle them off to either charity shop or recycling i thought i chk with you clever people if i could be doing anything worthwhile with them.......

also thought id share my water saving tip.....my hot water takes FOREVER to get to my kitchen sink,so i now have 2identical washing up bowls nesting together,i run hot water tap into first bowl until it comes through hot,then lift out the bowl so hot stuff runs into 2nd bowl and then use spare lukewarm water from 1st bowl for watering plants,flushing downstairs loo etc.

If you mean the satin type quilted bed throws - these would be awesome to use to make into window quilts as most of the sewing has been done for you

rising_from_the_ashes

happyin_devon wrote: »

anyone have any suggestions or uses for old towels,old curtains,bed throw(silky type,not fleece)and shabby kids duvet covers....seem to have accumilated far more than i need and before i bundle them off to either charity shop or recycling i thought i chk with you clever people if i could be doing anything worthwhile with them.......

Rainy-Days wrote: »

I use all my old towels for the dogs, wiping their paws and standing them on them to wipe their coats down. If you have way too many towels ask someone who is a dog owner if they want them as generally doggie owners are on the look out for things like this - mainly the bath towel size.

I'd be lost without my mountain of dog towels ..... wish I wasn't still going through as many (usually get a break during the summer, but not this one!) I can get through a full machine load in a week:eek: so need loads!

If you can't find anyone who'd like them (and maybe the duvet covers etc too) - try your local dog / cat rescue, they'll always be able to put them to use. HTH

Gettingtherequickly

Looking for suggestions for my mum please House snug as a bug with ofch for an hour or so in morning and evening. Has a burner in the kitchen/diner/every day living which is on all day so keeps the radiators warm. Also has open fire in main living room, but sometimes cannot be bothered taking up residence there in the evening so watches tv/reads etc in kitchen.

Now this where she has the problem, the back doors are bronzed aluminium and she loves the idea of using something to make it even more cosy, but what can she attach that will look pretty but be practical? We rarely use the front door (in fact discovered that birds have built a nest a couple of weeks ago in the porch area) so practicality is essential.