Yesterday’s Thrifty Thursday post generated so many comments – thank you everyone who got involved – and all of you who posted on your own blogs.
I think Hester must be congratulated for her amazing story of family thriftiness regarding Baked Beans!
I am still intrigued by Denise’s post regarding the person who advertised on Freecycle for a lady’s wig and a pigeon loft.
But I was utterly baffled by Jane’s comments on “My HE machine” – does Chris do her washing? Then LizBeth mentioned “HE 3X”. My investigations show that transatlantic friends are used to this logo
It is detergent meant for High Efficiency machines – which work well at low temperatures and don’t make so many suds.
Nothing to do with men doing the laundry then!
I don’t think I have come across this logo in the UK, although many of our detergents here now advertise their efficiency at lower temperatures. Justine’s comment about washer balls was helpful [definitely NOT trying them, then] It does seem that we are getting back to using simpler products [white vinegar, washing soda, regular dishwashing liquid] which is probably better for the environment and our purses.
Only one more Thrifty Thursday this month – please keep the hints and tips coming! I think I may repeat this exercise in March [I know there are 5 Thursdays in December too – but that month will be too full of Christmassy stuff]
Washing, Jane’s HE-machine, Denise’s wig. I really can think of nothing else to finish this post than another clip from South Pacific…
Now, that was funny!!
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