Sneaky ways to save the pennies

shepherd_z

EagerLearner wrote: »

Hi everyone, for me Clinique soap was too harsh for me personally (and expensive) as I have dry sensitive skin but I have found that an exfoliating cleanser made from ground almonds, almond oil, ground porridge and some ground lavender, plus a couple of drops of lemon oil, is lovely and delicate plus smells yummy. It lasts a couple of months and costs pennies to make. I have more info on my blog for beauty bits if anyone would like to read more (click my username) - like making your own Fabulous face oil for a few pence too x

Hi EagerLearner,
Could you please list the amounts of each item and the method to make this exfoliating cleanser. I have all the ingredients and I tried to guess the amounts but it didn't turn out quite right!!
P.S. I love your blog by the way. I have tried lots of your ideas/recipes, especially the facial oil. Its fabulous. Looking forward to more!!

mrssnowy_2

Lesley_Gaye wrote: »

A few years ago I bought a whole roll of clear cellophane (can't remember where I got it now) and it has been SO useful.

If use it to wrap jars of HM preserves and presents of cookies etc which make a hostess or small birthday gift look extra special, or to wrap christmas and birthday gifts to shooz them up a bit. I also use some rolls of ribbon I found extra extra cheap and use extravagant curls of that round the tied part.

I bought a large roll from a local friendly florist-£6 has lasted for 4 years,use to wrap all sorts of stuff,tombola prizes,raffle hampers,foodie prezzies,christmas puds(for sale!),tarts up cheap flowers/plants-looks good(clear with little yellow spots)
mrss

BigMummaF

julie_d wrote: »

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I am thinking of buying some bright coloured leg warmers along with other things.

When leg warmers were fashionable last time around, I'm almost certain folk would cut the sleeves off jumpers & cardies, hem them & thread elastic through. Think it was shown on Blue Peter originally :rolleyes:
Empty bread bags have a multitude of uses! Me muvva saves hers for us too as we use them for freezer bags, sarnie bags, on Pup's walks & at the coldest wettest times, use them over socks as another insulating layer inside boots. Also very handy if you have a bandage or dressing on your foot/ leg/ wrist/ arm & you want to have a bath or something.

BigMummaF

Been meaning to say too..Have a look on the Finished Baskets thread--Special Occasions Board I think--as they have a few good suppliers for cellophane to use on the hampers.

missychrissy

mrssnowy wrote: »

I bought a large roll from a local friendly florist-£6 has lasted for 4 years,use to wrap all sorts of stuff,tombola prizes,raffle hampers,foodie prezzies,christmas puds(for sale!),tarts up cheap flowers/plants-looks good(clear with little yellow spots)
mrss

I buy my rolls of cellophane from Country Baskets in Ardsley in Leeds. It would be a lot cheaper to buy from the wholesaler than the florist. In order to get a card to be able to shop there you have to run your own business or be connected to one. I did the City and Guilds floristry course and we were all provided with a card that I can still continue to use.

I'm not sure if Country Baskets has any other outlets but it might be worth checking out. It is a fantastic place to shop for all sorts of things. I often take a friend with me so that she can take advantage of the great prices. You could always try to persuade a friend in business to join and take you with them.

shazrobo

country baskets in leeds also give cards to members of craft groups, you just need id and a printed letter head from craft group

shaz x

ceridwen

One thing I am learning to do now in order not to waste any food if I can help it is to make out a sheet of paper every few days.

On one side I list what food I have got in that needs using up - such & such fruit/half a can of beans or what-you-will.

On the other side I write out meal ideas of what I could do with it - ie more ideas than I actually need - to allow for changes of mind, etc.

So - right now the sheet says:

RIGHT SIDE
hazelnuts
nettles
peppers
beetroot
goats cheese

LEFT SIDE
nettle frittata with goats cheese in it
vegetable soup
hazelnut cheesy mash potato
(roast peppers and freeze them)

Its a sort of planning - but not based on what the supermarket has cheapest. I do it based on what I have in from my various sources anyway.

Mrs_Thrify

Hi all, I did buy leg warmers 3 pairs in 3 diffrent shops and would you credit it the ones I like the most are from £1 shop. Pale blue and black stripes.

Peacocks are selling arm warmers which I thought a bit strange.

DD(adult) came to visit last night and took home one of my Asda fleese'e so that was money saving to her. Ok, I have several so that was not a problem.

Right, off to do some housekeeping and keep warm as the convector heater is the only heat on at the moment. Will sort the coal fire out for later. Put some cakes in the oven.
Even got the dog trained:rotfl: he gives out a woof at the door to say he needs to go out. Saves the pennies by not having the door open all day like in the summer and the heat wasted.

pennystretcher

julie_d wrote: »

Off down town later, I think I shall walk to get some exercise as well as saving £1.60 buss fare. Will get the buss back though with the shopping.
I am thinking of buying some bright coloured leg warmers along with other things.

I got hot pink and neon yellow ones from Poundland... ...Fame!!!

Mrs_Thrify

pennystretcher wrote: »

I got hot pink and neon yellow ones from Poundland... ...Fame!!!

I did wonder if they did other colours! I think I will put some in the christmas stockings.