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2024 Fashion On The Ration Challenge
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@thriftwizard - yep, that's exactly how people used to keep fit
Just being more active, and if they wanted to do something particular then they took up a hobby such as dancing, or exercises in the home...
Hurrah for Pip's pink yarn finding a new home! I pondered the blue but it's hard to tell what sort of blue it is.2025 remaining: 37 coupons from 66:
January (29): winter boots, green trainers, canvas swimming-shoes (15); t-shirt x2 (8); 3m cotton twill (6);
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2025 second-hand acquisitions (no coupons): None thus far
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2025 needlework- *Reverse-couponing*:11 coupons :
January: teddybear-lined velvet jacket (11) & hat (0); velvet sleep-mask (0);8 -
@PipneyJane - those socks look fabulous and how very typical of you not to keep them but pass them along to someone who will really appreciate your kind thoughtfulness.
And so far as you not being able to remember the way to graft- I have to look it up every single time. I have it written down on little folded index cards so I can tuck it inside my knitting bag if travelling...2025 remaining: 37 coupons from 66:
January (29): winter boots, green trainers, canvas swimming-shoes (15); t-shirt x2 (8); 3m cotton twill (6);
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2025 second-hand acquisitions (no coupons): None thus far
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2025 needlework- *Reverse-couponing*:11 coupons :
January: teddybear-lined velvet jacket (11) & hat (0); velvet sleep-mask (0);8 -
Very nice socks, @PipneyJane! I also have to look up how to graft the toes. I recently came across the Finchley graft. It's almost like Kitchener stitch, but I can remember it in my head better! I've just finished some blue sparkly socks to use up a bit more of the stash, and discovered that my eyes don't like dark yarn when it's cloudy or getting dark...hmmm. Now what to do with all the leftover sock yarn.....maybe squares or stripes to make a lap blanket?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 49/667 -
Here are my sparkly blue socks, unblocked...
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 49/669 -
More gorgeous socks! You are lucky that my skin doesn't like sparkly fibre, @MrsCD, because otherwise I'd want to copy them. They look very cosy too.I 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 21/3/228 -
thriftwizard said:Now try fig. 24 with a glittery stick, wearing a galabeya edged with sequins and hopping a lot... it's a LOT more fun when you're dancing! Totally up for walking, gardening & dancing here, but staying away from gyms... however I asked for, and was given by DS2, a set of resistance bands for Christmas, and that's a form of exercise I'm very happy to do daily.
@PipneyJane, I've messaged you on Ravelry re the pink - DD2's very favourite colour. Knitting is most definitely her happy place.
- Pip"Be the type of woman that when you get out of bed in the morning, the devil says 'Oh crap. She's up.'
It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it - that’s what gets results!
2025 Fashion on the Ration Challenge 66 coupons - 29.5 spent.
4 - Thermal Socks from L!dl
4 - 1 pair "combinations" (Merino wool thermal top & leggings)
6 - Ukraine Forever Tartan Ruana wrap
12 - yarn
1.5 - sports bra
2 - leather wallet7 -
Laura_Elsewhere said:@PipneyJane - those socks look fabulous and how very typical of you not to keep them but pass them along to someone who will really appreciate your kind thoughtfulness.
And so far as you not being able to remember the way to graft- I have to look it up every single time. I have it written down on little folded index cards so I can tuck it inside my knitting bag if travelling...
@MrsCD. Lovely socks. How about matching fingerless mitts? Is there enough yarn left for a pair of those?
- Pip"Be the type of woman that when you get out of bed in the morning, the devil says 'Oh crap. She's up.'
It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it - that’s what gets results!
2025 Fashion on the Ration Challenge 66 coupons - 29.5 spent.
4 - Thermal Socks from L!dl
4 - 1 pair "combinations" (Merino wool thermal top & leggings)
6 - Ukraine Forever Tartan Ruana wrap
12 - yarn
1.5 - sports bra
2 - leather wallet8 -
I think in my last post I said I thought I wouldn't need anything more until summer. Ahem! My feet are so sore atm I caved and bought a pair of Skechers slip on trainers. They certainly don't rub - theyre like boats but comfortable and practical for walking. So another 5 coupons making 25 in all. 41 coupons left
That's not a lot!It doesn't matter if you are a glass half full or half empty sort of person. Keep it topped up! Cheers!9 -
@Cherryfudge, I don't like sparkly thread beside my skin either, but I usually wear my socks over tights, in my short boots!
Thanks for the suggestion, @PipneyJane, I might just weigh my yarn and find a 4 ply pattern....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 49/667 -
MrsCD said:@Cherryfudge, I don't like sparkly thread beside my skin either, but I usually wear my socks over tights, in my short boots!
Thanks for the suggestion, @PipneyJane, I might just weigh my yarn and find a 4 ply pattern....
- Pip"Be the type of woman that when you get out of bed in the morning, the devil says 'Oh crap. She's up.'
It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it - that’s what gets results!
2025 Fashion on the Ration Challenge 66 coupons - 29.5 spent.
4 - Thermal Socks from L!dl
4 - 1 pair "combinations" (Merino wool thermal top & leggings)
6 - Ukraine Forever Tartan Ruana wrap
12 - yarn
1.5 - sports bra
2 - leather wallet8
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