The title of this post is a little misleading. I do give Birthday gifts. I also buy some of the component parts to make up the gift. Rather, what I do not buy is the added value that retailers and manufacturers build in to charge us a higher price for the gift. In fact I love giving gifts. I truly believe the cliché that 'it's the thought that counts'. This ...
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SuperScrimping – Patching It Up And Polishing It Out
This post was originally planned for yesterday but I'm glad I delayed it, as last night I watched SuperScrimpers on Channel 4. It would appear that the subject of this post is becoming popular once more. Patching it up, polishing it out, making do and mending. And of course reducing what we waste, be that food, cloth or just items that we would once have ...
What Do All Of These Items Of Clothing Have In Common?
?????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Is it that they all desperately need ironing? Yes they do....but that isn't the answer (I try not to iron, see how I do the laundry here) Perhaps this will help... ...
Top Tip Tuesday – Resisting The Kid’s Treats
Anyone who has children will know that the treat box has supernatural powers. I can hear the innate object, filled with goodies, come to life calling me from the top shelf of the kitchen cupboard, even when I am outside pegging the washing. It's on the top shelf to stop the Kid's freely accessing it...unfortunately I am 5'8" and can reach. It's 'Two for ...
Top Tip Tuesday – Not-So Slow-Cooking
Slow cooking is truly amazing... to put your ingredients in the pot as you leave the house early in the morning, and arrive home to a nutritious home-cooked meal is nothing short of a miracle (in my opinion). However slow cookers aren't just for slow-cooking. Slow cookers are the epitome of convenience. There are certain dishes, such as bolognaise that ...
Simple Top Tip Tuesday – Ice and a Slice
For those who like to keep things simple but still like a little 'luxury' :-) why not combine 'Ice and a Slice'? Simply slice a lemon or lime and freeze, then when the occasion arises add to your drink, be that a soft drink or your favourite tipple! This is a great way to reduce potential food waste by using up any citrus fruits that could potentially be ...
Simple Top Tip Tuesday – Laundry
Hang onto your hat's Guys - where this post is going no-one knows! I have just left a rather passionate response to a post over at Eric La Forest's Elevated Simplicity and it has inspired me to share with you my simplified laundry routine. Firstly my response Who cares how you do it? The key for me to it all is – do you love what you do? I know that can’t ...
Simple Top Tip Tuesday – Planning Ahead
My Simple Top Tip this Tuesday is one rather close to home. It's all about planning ahead... Or rather... Do not agree to do a reading at the local Primary School's Christmas Carol Service the day you are also visiting the dentist. Because the Dentist may have to give you extra anaesthetic (which will take many hours to wear off) just 4 hours prior to ...
Simple Top Tip Tuesday – zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
My Top Tip this Tuesday is very simple! Once in a while, have an early night! Goodnight all - Sleep Tight xx ...