tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.comments2021-01-06T01:33:14.259-08:00diary of a downshifterDiary of a downshifterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-85163667137128682922015-05-29T08:17:55.071-07:002015-05-29T08:17:55.071-07:00You could sell the knitted Bromptons for £10 each ...You could sell the knitted Bromptons for £10 each I believe as there is a large Brompton community you could tap into.<br />Lee a folder rider and I want a knitted one myselfAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-31589425451343022942015-01-26T20:36:14.549-08:002015-01-26T20:36:14.549-08:00This is interesting! I am always looking for ways ...This is interesting! I am always looking for ways to simplify as I embark on my Less is More project. Being mindful really helps. :-)HappinessSavouredHot (Julie Saint-Mleux)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10440062323314751611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-61124575318480476532015-01-26T13:17:59.474-08:002015-01-26T13:17:59.474-08:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04717943509991106168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-89134181895608634042015-01-13T09:58:30.955-08:002015-01-13T09:58:30.955-08:00the buyer pays a standard charge of £2.80 postage ...the buyer pays a standard charge of £2.80 postage in the UK. That means that for most books the cost of posting it is covered. if it is a very heavy or large book it may not be, but i believe Royal Mail are now allowing quite a large parcel of up to 1kg for £2.80.Diary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-24491502803381417222015-01-13T09:50:38.922-08:002015-01-13T09:50:38.922-08:00Hi Downshifter, thanks for the advice. I like the ...Hi Downshifter, thanks for the advice. I like the £1 gift challenge idea. Can you tell me, regarding reselling on Amazon - does the buyer foot the complete cost of p and p? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-28604814431036073922014-10-17T02:12:32.208-07:002014-10-17T02:12:32.208-07:00Re vinegar ... it's fermented alcohol that'...Re vinegar ... it's fermented alcohol that's the precursor to vinegar because vinegar is the result of bacterial conversion of alcohol to acetic acid. If you let a few fruit flies get into your brew, vinegar will be guaranteed. They are vectors for the bacteria. See Pascal Baudar's site - http://www.urbanoutdoorskills.com/fruitfliesvinegar.htmlQuinta do Valehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14744600444163660727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-73359658191638678972013-12-02T08:32:34.184-08:002013-12-02T08:32:34.184-08:00it may be the mustard seeds were harder due to bei...it may be the mustard seeds were harder due to being a bit older and needed to be soaked for longer than usual. I would try blending it again now that it has been in the jar for a whileDiary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-34421168682568424062013-12-01T15:30:58.216-08:002013-12-01T15:30:58.216-08:00Re kale mustard; Hi, I've followed instruction...Re kale mustard; Hi, I've followed instructions to letter, but finished product is way too watery. Any advice? Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-85506630794382613482013-11-29T13:24:37.413-08:002013-11-29T13:24:37.413-08:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-91402790994766270812013-09-25T03:06:22.046-07:002013-09-25T03:06:22.046-07:00What an inspiring read. I'm quaking at the th...What an inspiring read. I'm quaking at the thought of disposing of 'good', still useful if only I used it, stuff. I think I'll use 'the money's gone' as a mantra, to help myself let go.happylizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13115585349741164001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-29349227598890876342013-01-04T13:13:31.282-08:002013-01-04T13:13:31.282-08:00Hello Ms. Downshifter: I am working my way through...Hello Ms. Downshifter: I am working my way through your well-written blog and finding so much inspiration. I've been living frugally for over twenty years, but still finding lots of practical advice from your life and philosophy. Thank you for being a role model. -- Elizabeth, North Carolina, United StatesElizabethBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13389408860617450697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-65401708676156071742012-09-12T03:06:33.214-07:002012-09-12T03:06:33.214-07:00thanks for the tips. here's a really simple s...thanks for the tips. here's a really simple scrub recipe: mix salt with olive oil and use. another alternative is suggested by the tightwad gazzette, use a flannel apparently research showed soap and a flannel was just as effective.<br /><br />regards,<br /><br />JanetDiary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-33048040095625834052012-09-11T17:03:10.841-07:002012-09-11T17:03:10.841-07:00Hi there,
thanks for a very informative article- ...Hi there, <br />thanks for a very informative article- i am definately going to try bicarb deodorant now, as well as washing soda for clothes.<br /> <br />I started using apricot kernal oil instead of moisturiser a long time ago, and found it does wonders for my skin, as well as being a lot cheaper than buying moisturiser. (i get a refill from an essential oil shop) Normally i just wash my face with water, but sometimes I make my own face scrub out of ground whole almonds, apricot kernal oil and whitchazel, (copy of dr hauschka face scrub which costs £18 for a small tube!!)it lasts a while in the fridge and is pure luxury for peanuts!<br /><br />cheers<br /><br />caroline :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-6618637705300104782012-07-04T11:34:35.812-07:002012-07-04T11:34:35.812-07:00taking your time is always a good idea. change on...taking your time is always a good idea. change only one thing at a time and it works better. there is no need to take financial risks to downshift and get a better life.Diary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-25477402426248333492012-07-04T10:03:14.876-07:002012-07-04T10:03:14.876-07:00I am trying to downshift my life. I'm from Chi...I am trying to downshift my life. I'm from Chile and I speak spanish, but I found your blog that it looks amazing. I am going to read it slowly in order to understand evertything.<br /><br />Thank you a lot for your advices and tips.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-37249305800678115402012-06-22T18:53:56.419-07:002012-06-22T18:53:56.419-07:00Hey there! I'm at work browsing your blog from...Hey there! I'm at work browsing your blog from my new iphone 4! Just wanted to say I love reading through your blog and look forward to all your posts! Keep up the great work!<br /><i>Visit my webpage</i> - <b><a href="http://www.ehowtomakesushi.com/rice-seasoning/" rel="nofollow">rice vinegar</a></b>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-20990787633221104322012-04-06T01:58:08.841-07:002012-04-06T01:58:08.841-07:00what a fab post!
i 'discovered' vinegar...what a fab post! <br /><br />i 'discovered' vinegar, bicarb and essential oils last year and now clean the whole house using only these ingredients. <br /><br />i must admit that i was sceptical but they really do work! and, as an added bonus, we have both felt better for having less chemicals in the house :)Tracy Markeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10633784297529592418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-82890849487292640172012-03-03T09:25:58.159-08:002012-03-03T09:25:58.159-08:00its so hard to do,even in the current climate isn&...its so hard to do,even in the current climate isn't it? I often feel like an (almost) lone voice in the wilderness. And there are so many messages that make me want more stuff...Diary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-16898228975278645192012-03-02T16:20:00.608-08:002012-03-02T16:20:00.608-08:00very interesting post. extravagance and waste are...very interesting post. extravagance and waste are starting to make me feel physically sick, so I'm trying hard to live a simple life with a lot less stuff.Margaret Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545439303202732401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-39678857024578828422011-01-03T02:19:00.693-08:002011-01-03T02:19:00.693-08:00I came across your article about veg growing in th...I came across your article about veg growing in the Permaculture magazine so thought I'd pop over and visit you!<br />I have to say I wrote a post along similar lines of 'I hate shopping' before Christmas, but I solved it by shopping on Etsy from only Craftspeople, hopefully like me, who are trying to make a few extra bob.<br />It sure worked for me this year and I even feel like I made a couple of new friends too, as well as giving fabulous and 'well within budget' presents.Hecketyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06065779986583259061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-34846444159249388172010-12-10T13:17:05.503-08:002010-12-10T13:17:05.503-08:00Superb advice Janet! I am looking forward to a ve...Superb advice Janet! I am looking forward to a very simple Christmas and I've got a feeling it is going to be really good. Your blogs are<br />really good so keep 'em coming!Margaret Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545439303202732401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-38762083240274595952010-11-29T05:07:10.485-08:002010-11-29T05:07:10.485-08:00Hi Margaret.
you might want to look at my November...Hi Margaret.<br />you might want to look at my November and December posts for last year for tips about this. we do things like agree with friends that we will all buy something second hand and see who can get the most imaginative gift. <br />I will do a post on Christmas and try to stick to my own advice! JanetDiary of a downshifterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15506709068677218920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-49396068087183853702010-11-26T14:42:41.398-08:002010-11-26T14:42:41.398-08:00Interesting stuff Janet. I am trying to follow yo...Interesting stuff Janet. I am trying to follow your advice. I would be interested to know your views on how to deal with the problem of purchasing Christmas presents on a limited budget. In spite of good intentions like using up the yarn and fabric stash to make gifts, I always weaken and get out the credit card. Then I feel ill.Margaret Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545439303202732401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-67680095947612269312010-08-03T17:20:49.336-07:002010-08-03T17:20:49.336-07:00Swap you some bubble mix for books, dvds or anythi...Swap you some bubble mix for books, dvds or anything else you need, just ask and I may have! (?) RachelPixieRoseDresseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07766573457620294294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4390612121100379843.post-48473908376807920292010-07-08T11:57:38.157-07:002010-07-08T11:57:38.157-07:00I agree with you Janet. I recently had to give up ...I agree with you Janet. I recently had to give up a job with long working hours and very stressful. Now my dermatitis is going and I don't feel the need for treating myself, like buying take-away food on the way home. Maybe I will now have the time to write my own blog! Cheers. Leemlmentor@tiscali.co.uknoreply@blogger.com