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2024 Fashion On The Ration Challenge
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Thinking of you @PipneyJane wishing you a speedy recovery.First spend of the year to report...
1 x cashmere jumper - just under half price in the sale. 6 coupons2025 Fashion on a ration 0/66 coupons
2025 Frugal challenge10 -
I would like to join in this year, for some reason that I cannot recall I did not last year.
First purchases of the year are 3 little cami tops and 1 mini waist slip for under knee length tunics, can someone guide me on the points used until I get my head around it again.
@PipneyJane sorry to read of your diagnosis, but pleased that you now know what is happening, it's awful feeling poorly and not having the answers, will be rooting for you with everyone else.The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time. (Abraham Lincoln)10 -
@PipneyJane, I'm pleased for you that they got to the bottom of why you were feeling so bad, and that they can do something about it. Remember you have a lot of friends here who all wish the very best for you, and we will be here ready for you to vent whatever good or rotten feelings you want. Stay warm and do whatever you need to. Lots of hugs.xx2025 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 49/668 -
@PipneyJane, I'm pleased for you that they got to the bottom of why you were feeling so bad, and that they can do something about it. Remember you have a lot of friends here who all wish the very best for you, and we will be here ready for you to vent whatever good or rotten feelings you want. Stay warm and do whatever you need to. Lots of hugs.xx2025 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 49/665 -
@maddiemay a petticoat is 4 coupons, but I think that would be a full length one. 'Other undergarments' are 3 coupons so I think the half slip and the camis would be three each?Life is mainly froth and bubble: two things stand like stone. Kindness in another’s trouble, courage in your own.6
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Morning All, few spends to declare:
Myself - leggings - 2 points
OH - 2 bobble hats (coupon free). Jogging bottoms - 8 Hoodie 5 or 8?
DD - shorts - 5, short playsuit - 5 (as similar to a short dress), waterproof trousers - 2
I'm not sure if I have the correct coupon values, I looked online and noted children's were different to adults and had extra due to growing? Would appreciate someone clarifying.
We all have wardrobes full of clothes and really don't need anything. Maybe need to shop from our wardrobes first and I need to declutter a few pounds so clothes fit better.
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@PipneyJane thinking of you and wishing a speedy recovery and that journey is not too bumpy with feeling naff. Look after yourself and take care. Love the practical advise from @thriftwizard.
2 Scratters xxAnything is better than nothing-check back and see
On the declutter journey since 2023 with Mrs SD. Tilly Tidy since 2023.8 -
So, I'm 5 coupons down already - I like my barefoot boots so much, I've invested in a pair of trainers to match! I'm not sure I'll ever wear any other shoes on an everyday basis... so comfortable! I have some slightly startled muscles, but not painful; I go barefoot a lot in summer, & around the house generally, & we always dance barefoot, but after wandering around town & the supermarket, then home carrying lots of fruit & veg, I can feel that my spine is straighter and my feet don't feel tired & slightly cramped like they usually do. I'll try a 3-miler in them once the riverside paths have dried out a bit, but so far, so excellent!Angie - GC Jul 25: £225.85/£500 : 2025 Fashion on the Ration Challenge: 26/68: (Money's just a substitute for time & talent...)11
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Checking in to report 5 coupons used for a pack of 5 Nordic patterned socks. So with my 6 carried over, that's me down to 67 from 72.Live the good life where you have been planted.
Fashion on the Ration Challenge 2022 - 15 carried over. Fashion on the Ration Challenge 2023 - 6 carried over. Fashion on the Ration Challenge 2024 - oops! My Frugal, Thrifty Moneysaving Diary9 -
I'm pleased they finally got to the bottom of your illness, PipneyJayne, but not so happy with the diagnosis. I hope the treatment starts soon, and all goes well. Take care.Sealed Pot Challenge no 035.
Fashion on the Ration - 24.5/66 ( 5 - shoes, 1.5 - bra, 11.5 - 2 pairs of shoes and another bra, 5- t-shirt, 1.5 yet another bra!)9
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