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Credit to Mrs CD for drawing my attention to it. Mind you I think I need notice to save up for the amount of ink it would take to print, so I may send off for it instead of printing it. I've sent my DH a copy too. Some sections don't apply to us but the more we can fill in, the better.fionaandphil said:Thanks @Cherryfudge that is a great book. Will download and complete this weekI think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
20.5 coupons used in 2020. 62.5 used in 2021. 94.5 remaining as of 21/3/226 -
This is a really useful book. I created a Panic File at work years ago and adapted it for home use. But this has loads more information than mine did, so it's definitely time for an update. (Also to sort out things like Power of Attorney and a Living Will, which I'm a bit of a round tuit)Cherryfudge said:
Credit to Mrs CD for drawing my attention to it. Mind you I think I need notice to save up for the amount of ink it would take to print, so I may send off for it instead of printing it. I've sent my DH a copy too. Some sections don't apply to us but the more we can fill in, the better.fionaandphil said:Thanks @Cherryfudge that is a great book. Will download and complete this week
Maybe you could save ink by filling in only print off the pages you need and printing those off?A budget is like a speed sign - a LIMIT not a TARGET!!
CHALLENGES
2025 Declutter:
1 CONTAINER (box/bag/folder etc) per day; 50/365
1 FROG (minimum) per week; 6/52
WEIGHT I'll start with 25 lbs (though I need to lose more!) and see how it goes...🤔 0/25
2025 NSDs: 15 per MONTH - FEB 4/15; JAN 21/15
2025 Fashion on the Ration: (carried over from 2024) 10+66 = 76
2025 Make Do, Mend & Minimise No target, just remember to report!
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I keep a some phone numbers and instructions on the inside of my kitchen cabinet doors so I can find them easily, especially in an emergency.
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Thanks for the info about the book Mrs CD. I'm going to send off for one.5
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Yes, it would take a lot to print! I'm thinking along the lines of a hard backed notebook, with all the info based on the suggestions in their book.Cherryfudge said:
Credit to Mrs CD for drawing my attention to it. Mind you I think I need notice to save up for the amount of ink it would take to print, so I may send off for it instead of printing it. I've sent my DH a copy too. Some sections don't apply to us but the more we can fill in, the better.fionaandphil said:Thanks @Cherryfudge that is a great book. Will download and complete this week
I've already got a book written out with answers to questions from DD all about my life, so I may just use that one, so everything is together. I think there are lots of ideas for questions on Pinterest.2025 Fashion on the ration
150g sock yarn = 3 coupons
Lined trousers = 6 coupons ...total 9/66 used
2 t-shirts = 8 coupons
Trousers = 6 coupons ... total 23/66
2 cardigans = 10 coupons
Sandals = 5 coupons ... total 38/66
Nightie = 6 coupons
Sandals = 5 coupons ... total 49/66
Sock yarn 150g = 3 coupons ... total 52/66
Anorak = 11 coupons... total 63/664 -
Soon as I’ve Remembered with Scouts, I’ll crank up the printer. In my household I’m the one who remembers NI numbers & while the lads could find the file, kinder & quicker to have a book.3
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I gather the price of cocoa beans has gone up & it seems possible chocolate may become more expensive. I will not panic, but I will be laying in seasonal supplies promptly & using such discounts as are offered.6
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If you have a clubcard Tesco's have Terrys chocolate orange for 95p but only until 17th Nov.DigForVictory said:I gather the price of cocoa beans has gone up & it seems possible chocolate may become more expensive. I will not panic, but I will be laying in seasonal supplies promptly & using such discounts as are offered.4 -
Thank you AuntyCaz! Youngest will have chocolate oranges to juggle this Christmas.3
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Pretty sure you clever people do this but just in case
When jar candles are finished I always chip the remaining wax from sides and put in a bag to use as wax melts5
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