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Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 11, 2011, 12:44:22 pm
.......This thread had to happen!  :P

What was in your shopping bag today?
I may have led some into temptation previously  :D  but I prefer to think we are showing each other some options  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on July 11, 2011, 12:54:07 pm
Great idea.  I assume you are referring to kitchenware, rather than cooking ingredients??

I bought this (http://fulllittletummies.blogspot.com/2011/06/bargain-ceramic-knives.html) knife set recently and absolutely love them.  :)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 11, 2011, 12:57:17 pm
Todays purchases were

(http://www.herronbooks.com/sc-local/uploads/images/shop/20110627/itemImg/13356b36.jpg)

and a little damage on the credit card from cakes around town (http://www.cakesaroundtown.com.au/catalog/)

silicone vintage button moulds (for cake pop toppers)

(http://www.cakesaroundtown.com.au/catalog/images/firstimpression/mn233.jpg?osCsid=2d9fb0b90bcd9cb62e1309414a62fa23)

Americolor oil colours (for colouring chocolate and candy) - pruple, red, blue, pink, black, green, yellow

(http://www.cakesaroundtown.com.au/catalog/images/violet-colour-oil.gif)

pink sparkle dust

(http://www.cakesaroundtown.com.au/catalog/images/pastel-pink.jpg)

and some petal dusts for fondant

(http://www.cakesaroundtown.com.au/catalog/images/ps-snow-drift.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 11, 2011, 01:33:03 pm
haha soon maddy you will be like the stars who get free items due to the free publicity...so many follow in your shopping gadget footsteps..i just bought the cupcake courier afer having several links tell me it wasnt available to ship to my country...didnt have a chlice of colour though so mine is in blue!!  Great item though as so many times i have tried transporting cupcakes etc and have had near disasters or worse the dog getting to them!!  Will be trying to avoid this thread though as that pizza book looks good too..telling myself to close this window and put down the laptop lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 11, 2011, 01:33:24 pm
Oh dear....just received an update from Bakerella's site.....hence the picture below of what I just purchased on Book depository  :P

(http://cache1.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/large/9780/8118/9780811875042.jpg)

check out this cupcake/cake store.....dreamy!
http://www.bakerella.com/miette/


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 11, 2011, 01:34:59 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 11, 2011, 01:33:03 pm
..telling myself to close this window and put down the laptop lol!

LOL......read below your post  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 11, 2011, 01:41:28 pm
ok obviously havent put laptop down or closed the window lol...off to check out the website...bad bad bad!  :) (but seriously need to stop myself haha...I have NO MORE place in my cupboards...need bigger kitchen!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 11, 2011, 01:47:26 pm
oh maddy your are sinful sinful sinful!! Oh so heavenly...have to have that book and will not look at anything more!  :P

can get it on amazon and surprisingly cheap only 19 euros but nooooooooooooooo have to wait between 2 and 4 weeks (sobs!!)..im not that patient  :'(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: caketin on July 11, 2011, 02:40:01 pm
I just saw that book on the Bakerella email too.....I'm so tempted....I just love the scalloped edges hehe!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 12, 2011, 01:23:04 am
Maddy, where do you store all that stuff  ??? ???   As the Queen of Cupcakes and decorating in general, I know you will be producing some new masterpieces to share with us - not literally, we have to settle for photos but they do give us so much pleasure so we will have to be content with that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on July 12, 2011, 03:41:29 am
I managed to avert my eyes, just in time.

I did copy the European Buttercream recipe though!

I've recently bought these:

 (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31P3iH8taXL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)

I wanted them to use as individual pie tins. I'm trying to get rid of a lot of junk in my second cutlery drawer. I emptied it into a box, then as I needed something, I took it out and when finished with it, placed it back in the drawer. My drawer is much tidier and cleaner now. It took about two weeks to use everything that I would normally use.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2011, 06:13:06 am
I must be going crazy/crazier. I'm sure I replied to this post. Maddy I am going to try and stay away from it. I think TRY is the word. I'm going to the Good Food and Wine Show on Friday. I'm sure I'll find some new ways to spend money there.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 12, 2011, 06:31:03 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 12, 2011, 06:13:06 am
  I'm going to the Good Food and Wine Show on Friday. I'm sure I'll find some new ways to spend money there.

Oooh, sounds like fun cookie!
You'll have to have show & tell here then  ;)  Pictures welcomed  8)
Will George/Gary or anyone else famous be there?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2011, 08:09:05 am
George and Gary will be there, we're going to their 'show.' Manu and Matt Moran will also be there. Hopefully TMX will be there. They said they were last year but I didn't see them on the Friday.  I have a lovely day, tasting food and wine. I catch the train so I don't have to drive.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 12, 2011, 10:04:16 am
I think this thread should be band. lol  :-)) Could be dangerous.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 12, 2011, 11:09:47 am
Quote from: dede on July 12, 2011, 10:04:16 am
I think this thread should be band. lol  :-)) Could be dangerous.
I agree Dede it is dangerous BUT what great fun we're going to have tempting one another to those things we never knew we needed  ;) ;) :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 12, 2011, 01:00:46 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 12, 2011, 06:13:06 am
I must be going crazy/crazier. I'm sure I replied to this post. Maddy I am going to try and stay away from it. I think TRY is the word. I'm going to the Good Food and Wine Show on Friday. I'm sure I'll find some new ways to spend money there.

I will be there from 2.30pm make sure you stop by!!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 12, 2011, 02:53:01 pm
lol CC

so far i have bought the trish edwards book, the cupcake courier and the miette book all thanks to maddy  ;D and two oil sprays with filters..one mastrad and the other i cant remember...wanted to try the different brands (didnt realy need two but anyway and a bunch of plastic squeezy bottles from a chef/cooking site...next purchase will be a box of glass sauce bottles and lids i think and im trying to not buy that pizza book (repeat to self..I dont need any more cookbooks..i have no more space lol)..dont konw why i bother that never works anyway!  ;D ;D ;D  oh and found a fantastic site for allthings cake, chocolate etc in french though and found some food transfers for chocolate..another near future purchase...they have them alot here in the patisseries and i always loved the detail design on the chocolate and now i can do that too!!  You can see them here (http://eboutique.cuistoshop.com/epages/bc8ebbb2-e86f-11dd-a956-000d609a287c.sf/fr_FR/?ObjectPath=/Shops/bc8ebbb2-e86f-11dd-a956-000d609a287c) in case you have no clue what im talking about!

I agree this is a dangerous thread butthen again no more dangerous then mentioning  new purchaes in another post  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 12, 2011, 03:35:48 pm
Amazing website Frozzie,I haven't seen such a good choice before.As to buy buying cookery books,unfortunately we all suffer from that disease,unless you have been vaccinated against it  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 12, 2011, 07:45:47 pm
i know huh! I stumbled across it in my research for something else...fantastic site!  Im afraid I am an incurable addict to buying cookbooks!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on July 13, 2011, 02:32:19 am
More Cooking Books,  well one a magazine          .Don't know how the 't' got in there???? :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2011, 06:59:50 am
Kathryn I will certainly drop by if I'm at the show at that time. I plan to get there early.

CC I think I should find out more about this vaccine against buying cookbooks. If only. :'( :'( My DH would have me along there very quickly.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2011, 08:23:11 am
I've just received an email to say SBS are having a monthly magazine called Feast. I'll look forward to seeing what it's like. I had a lovely magazine buy up today. I bought the Australian Good Food magazine, the BBC Good Food magazine and Super Food Ideas. I'm a sucker for most food magazines. Another sad addiction. :'(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on July 14, 2011, 12:41:11 am
Catch of the day has those large silicon cookie moulds for $9.95.
I am tempted.

I think Maddy make that cookie cake last week.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: caketin on July 14, 2011, 01:14:05 am
That website looks so interesting Frozzie, thank god I am on holidays because I might spend some time digging around on there today!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on July 14, 2011, 01:57:52 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 13, 2011, 08:23:11 am
I've just received an email to say SBS are having a monthly magazine called Feast. I'll look forward to seeing what it's like. I had a lovely magazine buy up today.

Cookie when Kathryn and I were at Yokes sourdough class an SBS journalist was  there with a  photographer. So I imagine they will have an article on her classes.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 14, 2011, 03:11:54 am
Thanks Meagan, I hope you're both in the photos.  I'm looking forward to Yoke's second book coming out.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on July 14, 2011, 06:04:03 am
My cupcake couriers arrived today - thanks maddy  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on July 14, 2011, 06:08:43 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 14, 2011, 03:11:54 am
Thanks Meagan, I hope you're both in the photos.  I'm looking forward to Yoke's second book coming out.

Me too can't wait!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on July 14, 2011, 07:11:45 am
Have I any room in my cupboards........No!
Am I supposed to avoid sweets...........Yes!
So here is what I bought yesterday.
A tray of Nordic ware quartet bundt cake moulds.
The good news is that they are smaller moulds. A cake for 2 or 3 persons.
The bad news is that there are 4 of them
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 14, 2011, 08:53:06 am
Love it DD. I have eyed those off for a while. So far I have resisted temptation as I have no room (need a few kids to move out!!)  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 14, 2011, 09:14:16 am
Quote from: caketin on July 14, 2011, 01:14:05 am
That website looks so interesting Frozzie, thank god I am on holidays because I might spend some time digging around on there today!

 :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 15, 2011, 01:07:55 am
I subscribe to the Donna Hay magazine and have also ordered the kids Donna Hay annual which should be out shortly.

This is a great thread, can't wait tomstart shopping again.
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 15, 2011, 02:46:07 am
Quote from: Hally on July 15, 2011, 01:07:55 am
I subscribe to the Donna Hay magazine and have also ordered the kids Donna Hay annual which should be out shortly.


I picked up the kids annual last week at Kmart. Love that magazine and donna hay!!  The photography is devine  :-*


I did some more paypal damage at book depository  :P .......which is very easy to do.

(http://cache0.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/medium/9780/0662/9780066214481.jpg)

(http://cache0.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/medium/9781/8497/9781849751209.jpg)

(http://cache0.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/medium/9781/8497/9781849751469.jpg)
on pre-order

(http://cache0.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/medium/9781/5995/9781599558950.jpg)
on pre-order

(http://cache0.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/medium/9781/4463/9781446301371.jpg)
on pre-order
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 15, 2011, 05:04:02 am
Today I brought my self a cupcake caddy that holds 24 cupcakes and included a muffin baking tray which all clips together. Only cost around $12.  I seen it last week and thought I don't need that cause I have enough containers. But I just couldn't resist today.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 15, 2011, 05:07:34 am
That's a great price Mandi.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 15, 2011, 05:58:51 am
O.k, I have to seriously turn the computer off!
I just read an email from Amazon, saying that the cupcake tower I had added to my wish list....has now decreased in price.
......I have no willpower what-so-ever   :-\

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41QdXw-JqPL._AA300_.jpg)

You can't see too clearly, but there is glass daisies on the scrolls.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 15, 2011, 06:10:14 am
Spending is never a problem for me by simply trolling through all of your wonderful posts - now it has been made easier ohhhhh dear!!!!!!!!!!  :D  :D  :D Going to the book depository AGAIN!!!!!!! thanks Maddy!!!!!!!
BTW - back to add a little PS I had not taken note of who started this thread but my guess was 100% correct MADDY  :D  :D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 15, 2011, 07:53:04 am
well it was lunch time, and I went into the bookshop and bought "dinner with The Baker". Probably was a bit hungry at the time  :-)) but it has some beautiful recipes (and photo's) for biscuits, bread (even has a sourdough starter recipe), tarts, pies & quiches, pastries, cakes & gateaux, and some afternoon delights. OMG what happened to my resolve???? I feel like cooking up a storm now tho!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 15, 2011, 08:34:13 am
Apart form the cupcake carrier which has arrived in record time I also purchased the cuisipro 3 in 1 funnel (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Brands/Cuisipro/Cuisipro-Funnel-3-in-1), for the 2nd time - gave the first to DD after her seeing how often I used it. Maddy this thread is bad, bad, bad - BUT oh what fun!!!!!!  :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 15, 2011, 08:42:21 am
Quote from: johnro on July 15, 2011, 08:34:13 am
Maddy this thread is bad, bad, bad - BUT oh what fun!!!!!!  :D  :D

(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-devil10.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)       (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-laughing006.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)     (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-laughing016.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 15, 2011, 09:30:26 am
Of course it was started by Maddy the amazing cake lady.

Maddy they have wonderful cupcake stores in Sydney, couldn't believe my eyes when I saw them. Of course nothing lik that in Perth

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on July 15, 2011, 11:28:22 am
Bad bad Maddy

Only thing I bought today was fruit and veggies.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 16, 2011, 11:29:26 am
Well today wasn't my fault  I went shopping.
Hubby sent me on an mission to buy some UGLY boots in my opinion, down at Rivers in Torquay.
I said to him you can buy them online.....but he didn't to pay $8.95 in postage.....LOL.....stupid mistake!
As if I was only gonna buy the boots! (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-laughing021.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

So  after I got the boots, to my surprise the local IGA stocked heaps of "Simply No Knead" stuff  8)

So I got an extra cob loaf tin

(http://www.snk.com.au/files/HYN53FM9VY//Cob-Tin_1.jpg)

8 bread roll tins

(http://www.snk.com.au/files/MARD5Z1KQX/CIMG2130.jpg)

Dutch cinnamon, mixed spice, and bread improver.

(http://nuclearstudio.mobi/site/DefaultSite/filesystem/images/Products/Coconut_Products/Aclara_Health/Aclara_Health_-_Coconut_Oil_Organic_Extra_Virgin_Cold_Pressed__700mL_.jpg)

(http://www.glutenfreeshop.com.au/Assets/ProductImages/Baking-Products/Flours/Lotus-Organic-Tapioca-Flour.jpg)

and other items that I didn't really need  :P

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 16, 2011, 11:46:25 am
Did some mild damage online at Bakers Pleasure (http://bakingpleasures.com.au/) with patty cake papers and some piping bags  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 16, 2011, 11:53:35 am
Oh, I love that store too Robyn!!!!
Gosh....imagine life now without online shopping  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 16, 2011, 12:44:04 pm
A friend flew to the US yesterday and I asked her to bring me back a couple of trinkets from Williams Sonoma  ;) ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 16, 2011, 12:54:09 pm
I need some dariole moulds, metal drink bottles and a heart shaped cookie cutter girls - which is the best place to look for this type of thing please?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 16, 2011, 12:59:37 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 16, 2011, 12:54:09 pm
I need some dariole moulds, metal drink bottles and a heart shaped cookie cutter girls - which is the best place to look for this type of thing please?
It sounds as though your credit card is going to get a workout Judy, I'm sure Maddy will come to your aid :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 16, 2011, 01:23:18 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 16, 2011, 12:54:09 pm
I need some dariole moulds, metal drink bottles and a heart shaped cookie cutter girls - which is the best place to look for this type of thing please?

JD came across this (http://www.shopnaturally.com.au/bpa-free-stainless-steel-water-bottles.html) site the other day...looks like there is a good choice with no baddies in them...as for the dariole moulds and heart shaped cookie cutter ill leave that to maddy lol  :)

or just check out this (http://bakingpleasures.com.au/p2248/heart-cutter-set) site that robyn mentioned and maddy loves lol!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 16, 2011, 02:39:00 pm
Thanks Frozzie, have ordered 2 drink bottles from that site.   
Looked at dariole moulds and got confused with the different sizes and shapes - not sure which ones I want so may have to actually see them in a shop first, compare prices then order.  I want them for steaming custard or making a vegetable timbale of some description. They are all reasonably small so I am presuming any dariole mould will fit into the varoma dish?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 16, 2011, 03:13:52 pm
Thermomixer had a link to the ones that he uses in a post somewhere JD (AGES ago!!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 16, 2011, 03:18:27 pm
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=1743.0

It may help with your sizes  ;)

I really must find my piece of paper for adding links in properly!!  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 16, 2011, 11:55:10 pm
Judy I use the Nestle plastic dariole moulds (150ml capacity) and purchased in the box (both W'worths and Big W had them when I purchased. However if you want the same size in stainless steel, I ordered some for use at school from  Everten online (http://www.everten.com.au/product/Everten-Online-Dariol-Mould-150ml.html), the moulds were the cheapest at $2.95..  Made this choice as the plastic moulds must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before being stacked back tog (obviously), unfortunately students have a habit of being really slack, hence the stainless steel choice.  I have used Everten many times over the past 5-6 yrs with great service and prompt delivery, but for me that has been the case with all online purchases, I wish face to face service. Hope this helps!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 17, 2011, 01:26:33 am
Thanks girls, I have ordered the Nestle molds and heart shaped cutters from chef.com.au where JulieO got hers.  The plastic ones will do for what I want Robyn as they will only be used on the odd occasion.  If I was starting out as a youngster, I would have bought the metal ones  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 18, 2011, 10:29:28 am
What no shopping today !?!
I love looking at everything
LOL
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 18, 2011, 10:52:13 am
 ;D.....well I would hate to disappoint you Hally!

Nothing extraordinary though......

1 kg flaked almonds & maraschino cherries.....was looking for donut jam (at food wholesalers), but couldn't find any.
I did see the nestle plastic dariole moulds.....$20.00 for 50.
I really didn't need that many, so I left them there  :P




 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 18, 2011, 10:55:56 am
Oh gosh Maddy, you are funny! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 18, 2011, 11:12:49 am
Oh, I did forget that I won a vintage bagel/donut cutter on ebay yesterday.
Will be interesting to see how it works  ;)

(http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mCGjtPbJR-7cvecLGj2wg6Q/140.jpg)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 18, 2011, 11:16:07 am
i bought some (6  :P) individual meat pie tins finally that julieO mentioned in another link as they are the only site (http://www.kitchenwaresuperstore.com.au/) I could find that would send out of oz and you cant get them here (similar but not the same) and as the postage was high i also added a rectangular tart/quiche tin and a cooling rack (postage was 40AUD for one or several items (that was their min intl postage cost  :() but I had to stop adding as the total was going way up lol) :)

I have no idea what bakers secret products are like so will be able to see...i imagine they are the aussie version of Tefal or similar..
 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 18, 2011, 11:18:20 am
I'm sure we will soon see your results Maddy.  You must have a very tolerant husband - I know some who would cut up their DW's credit card if she bought as much as you  ;D ;D   I think we should crown you Cake Cup & Shopping Queen  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 18, 2011, 11:22:46 am
lol JD...i thought I was a spender but it seems Maddy leave me for dead in that department haha..i have periodic shopping spree episodes then calm down for a bit or else hubby would have a hissy (we have no more space as it is)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 18, 2011, 11:31:05 am
I didn't buy it but I received this in the mail from DD1 who lives in Melbourne and shops at Cosco. It is the most delicious and addictive popcorn I have ever tasted and DH asked me to take it away from him once he started on it. Described on the tin as 'clusters of almonds, pecans & gourmet popcorn covered in our amazing glaze' - I'd love to be able to share this big 850g tin with you all.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on July 18, 2011, 11:40:42 am
I've had that one JD and I know exactly what you mean. I'm a real sucker for popcorn and often go to the movies just for that reason.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 18, 2011, 11:45:24 am
Costco is only an hour away from me......do I dare to venture there ? :P
I have had it on good authority, they sell whole wheels of triple brie cheese for $25.00!  :o
Thinking it's worth the yearly membership just to buy the cheese, and vacuum pack it all !

Quote from: Frozzie on July 18, 2011, 11:22:46 am
lol JD...i thought I was a spender but it seems Maddy leave me for dead in that department haha..i have periodic shopping spree episodes then calm down for a bit or else hubby would have a hissy (we have no more space as it is)  :)

LOL.....luckily he loves me enough to ignore the shopping thing   :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 18, 2011, 11:48:57 am
JD they look yummy, DS wants some, o I said Melbourne here we come.

Maddy, gosh you live only an hour away, that's gonna be hard to resist. I wonder what else they sell
 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 18, 2011, 11:55:59 am
DD took us there for a look last time we were in Melbourne.  You can buy anything and everything there Hally and for people who don't like to cook (not the members of this forum) you wouldn't believe all the things they have that you just have to heat up or cut into.  Bulk packs of everything, it is amazing to see and if you are having a party - wow, way to go ;)
Maddy, you would truly love it and it has to be worth the yearly membership. If you know a member, you can go in with them as their guest which is what we did. It was a real eye opener, I loved it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 18, 2011, 12:12:17 pm
maddy my problem is using everything i buy lol (i dont) so DH occasionally has a mini hissy when he sees cooking gear all over our ver large dining table to give me space in teh kitchen.. but doesnt actually stop me its me who stops myself (he did try years back cutting up a credit card but that backfired lol and he has never mentioned it since!) and I would need a commercial size kitchen to get regular use out of all my bits and pieces anyway....very frustrating...just probably lucky for DH that our kitchen is small !!  As you may or may not be aware...most houses and kitchens in europe are small in comparison to say oz or the states and its hard to down size when you have come from living in large houses in oz lol and because of building laws in France anyway you would have to have a mega block of land to be able to build a decent size house (some stupid ratio rule which is why alotof people have two storey homes here and also because of land space) ..but the day we head back to oz or somewhere else...thats going to be my number one requirement...decent size house and kitchen lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 18, 2011, 01:08:27 pm
Is there a chance of that Frozzie, coming back to Australia?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 18, 2011, 01:22:31 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 18, 2011, 01:08:27 pm
Is there a chance of that Frozzie, coming back to Australia?

yes its our goal.. (decided to amend the message and not post everything about my life on here lol)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 19, 2011, 08:57:00 am
ʞǝǝʍ sıɥʇ ɹoɟ sɯǝʇı ǝɹoɯ ʎuɐ ʇsod ı ɟı ɔıloɥodoɥs ɐ pǝllǝqɐl ǝq llıʍ ı ɹɐǝɟ ı ʇnq 'ʎɐpoʇ uıɐƃɐ ǝsɐɥɔɹnd pıp ı    ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2011, 08:58:37 am
post away maddy and you are a shopaholic...own it!!! lol  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 19, 2011, 09:02:17 am
Please post maddy, I enjoy shopping vicariously!,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 19, 2011, 09:29:03 am
Oh Maddy you must post!!!
I love to see what you buy.
I sm just looking at a couple of books on Amazon.com. Do you normal postage or speedy delivery?
Hally :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 19, 2011, 10:35:06 am
Ok Maddy I have 2 books on order from amazon how do I get the images on here.
Thanks :)
Hally
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Post by: johnro on July 19, 2011, 10:39:17 am
You have a shopping buddy here Maddy  :D  :-*  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on July 19, 2011, 10:41:49 am
I am trying VERY hard not to look at this post.  I have bought the 3 layer cup cake carrier, for my daughter who makes the most amazing cakes for birthdays.  It was delivered right to our door ,  which is something special.  We normally have to drive 20 mins to the PO if there is a parcel. The thing is I DO look and really enjoy what you very clever people buy and use.  Keep posting,  please.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 10:49:07 am
Same here, I love reading about all your purchases - we get some good ideas from this forum because of it so please don't stop maddy.  I'll get a headache if I have to stand on my head every time you post a noncommittal post  ;).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 19, 2011, 10:51:28 am
I'm off the Ardindly Antiques Fair tomorrow ;D I never know what I'm going to get, usually if I go with a planned purchase in mind, I never find the thing.Last year I was looking for a child's chair to reupholster but could only find one.The snotty store holder wouldn't come down to the price I was prepared to pay, so I left it.
http://www.iacf.co.uk/ardingly/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on July 19, 2011, 10:56:33 am
Remember Maddy - the first step is recognising that you have a problem. If you don't recognise it, it stands to reason that you don't have a problem. That's my theory anyway. There are a number of issues that I don't have - recipe books, shopping and red wine just to name a few.  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on July 19, 2011, 11:02:29 am
CC,  that Antique Fair looks lovely.  Wish I could come. ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 11:13:47 am
Chookie, your DD does make a lovely cake - love the duck and the popcorn for hair, brilliant.
If only we could go to that fair with CC, I'd be in it too.  Photos of any purchases CC please - love to see the before an afters of one of your projects.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 19, 2011, 11:22:48 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 19, 2011, 11:02:29 am
CC,  that Antique Fair looks lovely.  Wish I could come. ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 11:13:47 am
Chookie, your DD does make a lovely cake - love the duck and the popcorn for hair, brilliant.
If only we could go to that fair with CC, I'd be in it too.  Photos of any purchases CC please - love to see the before an afters of one of your projects.
I wish you were coming with me.It's an early start but the friend who I take always brings a breakfast and lunch picnic, so you would be well fed :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2011, 11:42:40 am
now yoiur just rubbing it in CC lol  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on July 19, 2011, 11:49:57 am
Oh Maddy

If only these girls knew about your cornish ware collection.   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 19, 2011, 01:15:26 pm
Quote from: Hally on July 19, 2011, 10:35:06 am
Ok Maddy I have 2 books on order from amazon how do I get the images on here.
Thanks :)
Hally

Right click the web image, and select "copy image location"
On your post, click the "insert image" box,  above the smiley face, and right click "paste" in-between the brackets of the [img] [img] symbols.


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 19, 2011, 01:19:02 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 10:49:07 am
I'll get a headache if I have to stand on my head every time you post a noncommittal post  ;).

BAHAHAHA!  ;D


Quote from: Twitterpated on July 19, 2011, 10:56:33 am
Remember Maddy - the first step is recognising that you have a problem. If you don't recognise it, it stands to reason that you don't have a problem. That's my theory anyway.

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 19, 2011, 01:38:07 pm
Well todays little spree, was actually initiated with the purpose of saving money......are you with me?  LOL.

I had on order from the cake decorating store here, a tub of pastel pink fondant.  Now, this was the intended "saving money" part.  I want to mould my own flowers for decorations, because the bought ones are so expensive.
Now the problem was.....there was lots of other goodies there too  :P
So I got my pastel pink fondant that was on order

(http://bakingpleasures.com.au/Content/ProductImages/satin-ice-rtr-fondant-icing-vanilla-baby-pink_1_lg.jpg)

then it just sort of multiplied  :o

leaf green fondant

(http://bakingpleasures.com.au/Content/ProductImages/satin-ice-rtr-fondant-icing-vanilla-green_1_lg.jpg)

Silicone fondant moulds:  rabbit, ladybug, frangipanis, daisy
Sanding sugars: red, yellow, orange, barbie pink
rose spirit, edible silver dust, and lastly edible pearls.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 19, 2011, 01:39:55 pm
*nods head* yep I can see the money saving in that - it's exactly how I save money  ;) :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 19, 2011, 01:44:46 pm
Thank you Kathryn...... I knew I wouldn't be alone in my thinking (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-cool14.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 01:47:09 pm
These are things you need to express your talent so why not make life easier and cheaper in the long run.  Can't wait to see your artwork maddy.
Thanks for the image information too - I never knew how to do it either.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2011, 02:01:43 pm
thats my mums motto lol and mine...saved heaps today but spent a fortune lol!! totally understand that train of thought  ;D

and also look forward to seeing your creations with your new purchases ..especially the fondant moulds!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 20, 2011, 12:21:46 am
Maddy ,thanks for the info. Sadly can't right click on iPad as I have no mouse, will have to wait until I get home to use the "real" computer :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 20, 2011, 01:58:45 am
Phew, I haven't looked at the forum much for a couple of days and it has so much to read. I dread to think when we are travelling and 'bush camp' for a few nights and I can't get the internet. DH's brother hasn't been well (another toe chopped off! :'() and I've just had a quick peak on here.
Maddy I loved the upside down post.  Like everyone else I love to see what people have bought. All I've bought lately are some new jeans and new trakky to take away and a new WW cookbook of slices. They are so easy to convert. I guess it would be ok to put the recipes on here as long as I acknowledge their origin.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on July 20, 2011, 02:03:07 am
Cookie, please do.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 02:31:28 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 19, 2011, 01:47:09 pm
These are things you need to express your talent so why not make life easier and cheaper in the long run. 

Never a truer word spoken JD  ;D  Great buys Maddy.

I have just ordered a new camera  http://www.canon.com.au/en-au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras/600D, should be here by the end of the week.

And...if anyone has been to a Caffe Primo and seen how they serve their skewer meals; a skewer hangs from a stand over a bowl where you can put veg, salad chips etc.  You pull down the food off the skewer into the bowl as you want it.  I've ordered 2 of them too  :-)) 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 20, 2011, 04:47:20 am
I bought a 8 litre Kuhn Rikon pressure cooker, and a pressure cooker cookbook by Dale Sniffen  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 20, 2011, 05:39:44 am
I received my Indian " thermosaver" today , can't remember who posted about them but am very pleased. Set of 3 , with screw on lids so good for taking hot foods anywhere.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 06:01:33 am
Julieo I just got the Canon EOS slr 550D  (http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/EOS_550D/tour.aspx) as part of my bday from DH..love that camera!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on July 20, 2011, 08:03:26 am
I bought a naughty cake book called weekend baking. Lovely cake ideas that are a bit different. I made up for the indulgence by getting Rosemary Conley's step by step low fat cookbook. It really is a very nice book that go along with an everyday way of cooking but with an added weekend touch. I am going to be using this one quite a bit starting today with a quicky Taramasalate dip made with smoked salmon instead of smoked cod roe. I indulged in a stone shortbread platter too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 20, 2011, 08:04:41 am
My Car Regestration is due  >:(. No shopping for me :'(
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Post by: judydawn on July 20, 2011, 08:25:45 am
Darn bills, they always spoil everything  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 20, 2011, 08:27:10 am
Frozzie we bought that camera for DD as part of her graduation present on the completion of her Masters in Pharmacy - she loves it.  My canon ixus is a great little camera but no comparison to the quality of pic produced by DD'S camera.  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 08:36:20 am
Quote from: johnro on July 20, 2011, 08:27:10 am
Frozzie we bought that camera for DD as part of her graduation present on the completion of her Masters in Pharmacy - she loves it.  My canon ixus is a great little camera but no comparison to the quality of pic produced by DD'S camera.  :)  :)

I know it takes amazing photos...best camera we have ever bought...well DH haha!! I took close up photos in the garden and of the kids and dogs and the detail is amazing...definately better than any other camera I have ever had!  also with different lenses you can get fantastic professional quality shots!  Still working out all the functions though  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 20, 2011, 09:04:42 am
Your photos are brilliant already JulieO, guess they are going to be even better with the new camera.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 20, 2011, 09:49:04 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 20, 2011, 09:04:42 am
Your photos are brilliant already JulieO, guess they are going to be even better with the new camera.

That's exactly what I was thinking!
hey Julie......don't leave us in suspenders about that kebab hanging thingy.....is it online, or did you buy it there.....can't wait to see it  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on July 20, 2011, 09:50:12 am
You girls are sooooooooooo bad.  ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nay-nay on July 20, 2011, 10:24:22 am
Quote from: Decadent Dot on July 20, 2011, 08:03:26 am
I indulged in a stone shortbread platter too.
Oh Decadent Dot!!! Love, love LOVE!! the shortbread mould. You know I've been looking for one here in Aussieland for such a long time - never found one in any kitchen shop - ebay either. Heaps from USA but the postage is a killer.  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 10:31:42 am
I have 2 of the shortbread stones like posted, got them both sent from US.  One is a Christmas one and the other Teapots.  Have only used them a couple of times; have been meaning to put them on ebay.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 11:02:28 am
Im sure someone would buy them off you here julieO  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 20, 2011, 11:23:04 am
Quote from: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 10:21:18 am
 
maddy, I don't think you want to know how much the skewers and stands cost, ridiculous really even if they are stainless steel, you have to buy the 2 parts to it.  It doesn't look like much in the photo but if you've seen them at the cafe you will know what they are like.  Here's the website anyway.

 http://www.hospitalitydepot.com.au/catalog/tableservice/accessories/products/stand-metal-for-meat-skewer

Cost me just over $129 delivered for 2. plus I bought 2 big bowls to sit underneath from Harris Scarfe.  :o

Dear Julie....you are talking to a girl who spent $179.00 on 6 gingerbread houses - (christmas tree ornaments) from the U.S.

(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy014.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

........I get it..... LOL.....they are uber cool though  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on July 20, 2011, 11:33:01 am
Again...... sooooooooooo bad! Off to Brissie shopping for the weekend and with all your posts I have the whole time locked in to kitchen gadget shopping. You're all a very bad influence.

 [Speaking in a whispered voice]That's what I'm telling DH anyway. I'm not going down for this on my own.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 11:36:04 am
lol twitterpated :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 12:06:36 pm
Quote from: maddy on July 20, 2011, 11:23:04 am
Dear Julie....you are talking to a girl who spent $179.00 on 6 gingerbread houses - (christmas tree ornaments) from the U.S

Oh yes I remember that  :D  Walks away feeling much better about myself!   ;D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 20, 2011, 12:35:24 pm
I just have to let you girls know that I open this thread cringing and looking through my fingers ... wondering what I am going to see that I MUST also have!!!

Bad bad bad influences ... oh but I love it so much. :D

so far I have managed to resist ... so far  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 01:03:12 pm
LOL Faffa.  I meant to let you know that my butter bell is working really well, I really like it.  Will be interesting to see how it copes with our summers, I have my doubts but even if it just gets used in the cooler weather I'm still more than happy with it.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 20, 2011, 01:24:45 pm
oh I love mine too ;D  I think they will cope reasonable well with the summer as it is insulated by the outer crock, then the water and finally the bell - I could be wrong though  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 20, 2011, 01:36:57 pm
Now lovelies why didn't I think to ask on here before now - where did you get your butter bell?  Have almost clicked purchase on amazon a few times since getting thermie and homemade butter is always in the house.  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 20, 2011, 01:46:02 pm
I reinterate a previous comment this thread is bad,bad, bad.................but it is another support group for another of my numerous problems!!!!!!!  :-*  :-*  :-* No online buying for us today - the solar panel installer arrived this morning so with 18 panels now on our roof - the bill came with the installer.  I did mention to DH though that my lone purchases are never into the 5 figures!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 20, 2011, 01:55:04 pm
Mine are from a lady here who sells them. She does post them they are the Emile Henry the same as these for $39.95 plus post.


http://www.emilehenryusa.com/Butter-Dish.html

just not the green or the fig colours ;)

I can PM details if you want them, although with the Aussie dollar so strong it works out about the same cost as from Amazon etc
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on July 20, 2011, 02:51:05 pm
I was only thinking of those the other day Kathryn, do you have a link to what it looks like inside?
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Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 03:31:11 pm
here you go meagan  :)

(http://pan.fotovista.com/dev/3/8/07934583/g_07934583.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 20, 2011, 03:31:35 pm
Thanks Frozzie, you just beat me  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 03:33:56 pm
 :D :D  I love the fig...most emile henry over here is either blue, white, red and sometimes yellow.. probably have to find the actual Emile Henry 'home' town!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 20, 2011, 08:22:16 pm
As you know I went to Ardingly Antiques Fair today and I purchased an Edwardian Chair, a round Foot Stool,a Basket, a Glass Vase,Glass Water Jug,3 Glass Jam Jars ,a couple of Cup Handles,an Old Bread Tin and a Pilcher. :-)) :-)) I will get photos posted but the chair in still in the car as it's raining and we will unload it when stops. ;D ;D  You could say I had a superb shopping spree :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 08:31:48 pm
sounds like you had fun CC :) :)..curious about the cup handles??? and you have rain too...it hasnt stopped here all week along with low temps and wind  >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 20, 2011, 08:41:05 pm
Sorry Frozzie I should have said cup shaped drawer handles.I have got this mad idea of painting my bedroom furniture and want to change the drawer handles to a different style.They were only a £1 each, so if they look naff I can change my mind. :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 20, 2011, 08:42:45 pm
hahah ok thats a bit clearer...i was imagining broken antique cup handles and was wondering now what could you want those for lol!  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 20, 2011, 09:44:52 pm
Wow CC you wanted a great time - can't wait to see the pics!!! Kathryn if you could PM me the details for the butter dish purchase that would be great - thank you!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on July 20, 2011, 10:41:12 pm
My butter bell is a Le Creuset one that I got from Amazon.  The cost including delivery was $42, so it actually worked out cheaper than getting the one in Australia.  It matches my other LeC stuff so was happy about that.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 20, 2011, 11:55:36 pm
You did well CC and can't wait to see the photos either.  Like Frozzie, I also wondered about the cup handles  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 21, 2011, 12:25:39 am
Wow CC what a great shopping trip, it would have been a fun day out, even without buying, enjoy your new project
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 21, 2011, 12:27:22 am
Ok totally ignorant here, these butter bells, what are they for? No idea onlynthink I can think of is storing butter.
 :D

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 21, 2011, 12:33:17 am
Don't worry Hally, I didn't know what they were either.  Here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5076.0) is a discussion on the forum earlier about them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 21, 2011, 12:33:41 am
Cc,  I love the English car boot sales and antique fairs...so jealous.
I got a butter bell locally also,works a charm,looks cute also. Hally,you fill a cup like part with water and it seals your butter keeping it fresh outside of the fridge.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 21, 2011, 01:14:46 am
Thanks JD and Bedlam
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on July 21, 2011, 04:13:48 am
Note to self I have to quit coming here so often you girls are enablers.. and it doesn't take much to enable me!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on July 21, 2011, 05:28:27 am
Quote from: johnro on July 20, 2011, 09:44:52 pm
Wow CC you wanted a great time - can't wait to see the pics!!! Kathryn if you could PM me the details for the butter dish purchase that would be great - thank you!  :)  :)

on it's way Robyn  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on July 21, 2011, 05:45:31 am
I don't know that I have ever seen a thread grow as consistently and as fast as this one!  Although it is really tempting I just thank goodness (so does my DH), that I am not really much of a shopper.  There are so many suggestions and ideas on this thread that I could easily go nuts buying loads of things if I let myself, but I have to keep myself under control. 

Keep at it ladies I really do enjoy the vicarious thrill of the temptations you put in front of me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on July 21, 2011, 05:51:00 am
Every time I check the forum there seem to be not just one or two more posts on this topic, but one or two more PAGES of posts!  But I love it!  I have already purchased a cupcake courier because of maddy, and am now seriously tempted by the butter bells  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 21, 2011, 06:39:30 am

Purely for public interest reasons...the cupcake courier was this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_5827.jpg?t=1311226216)

(http://www.thecupcakecourier.com.au/media/pics/site/imagecache/A/1/A1BDD8332122CAD5F2D180454A7F22FE.jpg)

Holds 36 cup cakes/muffins, and the space between each tray is very generous for high decoration.
All the trays remove, so you can use it for high cakes as well.

The yellow and white ones are a reduced in price for stocktaking sale, and I'm sure soon all the other colours will be available soon at the full price.
There was pink, saffron, white, blue, pale green.

website: www.thecupcakecourier.com.au  (also sells the most gorgeous aprons and other bits too  ;))



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 21, 2011, 07:07:20 am
That looks great Maddy, Shame they have to be eaten though ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on July 21, 2011, 07:09:53 am
I have been enabled just tried to buy a cupcake courier but it didn't like my postcode, have just sent them an email now of to find the other cake site someone mentioned in this thread.

Those cupcakes sold it maddy they look so yummy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 21, 2011, 07:38:32 am
This thread grows expotentially each time the lovely Maddy adds an encouraging post  :D  :D :D  :D - thankfully I still have cupboard space after storing the cupcake courier - thanks Maddy it has already been used on 2 occasions and that is in a week.  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 21, 2011, 07:45:06 am
Your naughty Maddy  :-)), encouraging all these people to spend lol.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Rara1 on July 21, 2011, 07:47:45 am
Mmmm Maddy the cupcakes look delicious.
Today I bought an induction cooktop for my new kitchen and paid the painter who is nearly finished (yay!!)
Rara x
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Post by: johnro on July 21, 2011, 08:05:40 am
So exciting Rara - now you need to find the perfect place for everything!!!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: Meagan on July 21, 2011, 08:09:37 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on July 21, 2011, 05:28:27 am
Quote from: johnro on July 20, 2011, 09:44:52 pm
Wow CC you wanted a great time - can't wait to see the pics!!! Kathryn if you could PM me the details for the butter dish purchase that would be great - thank you!  :)  :)

on it's way Robyn  ;)

Ah hem ........... Me too please  8)

I already own a cup cake courier - so great for storing 3d birthday cakes and transporting cupcakes too. Love it  ;D I have a blue one.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 21, 2011, 08:46:53 am
me too meagan...lovely blue one  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 21, 2011, 09:42:51 am
I do so love thise posts. All these exciting things I could buy.

CC it sounds like you had fun. I wish we had something like that round here.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Rara1 on July 21, 2011, 10:47:16 am
Quote from: johnro on July 21, 2011, 08:05:40 am
So exciting Rara - now you need to find the perfect place for everything!!!!!  :)  :)

Still have a few weeks before renos are finished. 
And yes we have extra cupboard space for my obsession with gadgets and appliances  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 21, 2011, 11:01:29 am
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/44c80757.png)
These are the bits and pieces I bought yesterday ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 21, 2011, 11:06:01 am
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/5157b5bb.png)
Edwardian Chair,hopefully I can just recover it. :P Chance wanted to be in the photo as well :D :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 21, 2011, 11:13:49 am
So nice to meet Chance CC.  Are you going to cover the stool too, what are you going to do with the wicker box?  The jam jars are interesting and I'm sure you will pick enough flowers from your garden to fill the vase.  Glad you didn't come home empty handed.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 21, 2011, 11:31:04 am
Who was holding the food treat for Chance???
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 21, 2011, 11:31:54 am
Oops I forgot to put the stool I bought it in the picture.This one is already finished,DH made the frame and turned the legs,I just upholstered it.Believe it or not there is 9kg of hair stuffed in it  :o. The jam jars are to be filled with goodies then given away as presents.The wicker basket I thought could hold my TM books ;) ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 21, 2011, 11:36:46 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 21, 2011, 11:31:04 am
Who was holding the food treat for Chance???
He's a fully trained Springer Spaniel who just did as he was told.I would love to say that we trained him but all the work was done by my nephew. :D :D
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Post by: Bedlam on July 21, 2011, 11:49:58 am
When I was in the UK we went to a car boot sale, I was so tempted by a jug that looked similar to yours, I thought I would end up with excess baggage and left it there. So many lovely old things avail. You did well.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 21, 2011, 11:52:14 am
ooh lots of goodies CC, you will have fun covering the chair I am sure. Chance is beautiful, and he looks like he is just sitting there waiting to please  :-*
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Post by: Frozzie on July 21, 2011, 11:59:40 am
love that vase CC and would love to see the edwardian chair once you have re-apolstered it  :)
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Post by: maddy on July 21, 2011, 12:50:21 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 21, 2011, 11:59:40 am
love that vase CC and would love to see the edwardian chair once you have re-apolstered it  :)

Same.
I have an old Grandma chair that the cats have destroyed!  I would love to learn how to upholster, and fix it up.
Did you teach yourself Denise?  I would imagine it to be much harder than it looks.
Chance is adorable too  8)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 21, 2011, 08:40:17 pm
I go to classes Maddy.It is hard but I love it  ;D ;D
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Post by: KarenH on July 22, 2011, 02:24:41 am
I bought a butter bell from ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310332306545&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Cost $39.80 including postage from USA.  They do have them in other colours, and some with a pretty leaf and vine design on them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 02:48:10 am
These are my 2 online deliveries this week. 2 stainless steel water bottles for DH, Nestle dariole molds and heart shaped cookie cutters.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 03:41:59 am
Just received another parcel - needed some cheap watches to wear around the house. 3 for $10.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: natmum on July 22, 2011, 04:09:48 am
 :) I so love seeing all the goodies everyone buys!!
Yesterday I treated myself to a Nespresso coffee machine..it is so easy to operate and the coffee is sensational!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 22, 2011, 04:52:57 am
some more silicone moulds

an oreo cookie

(http://www.neitmoulds.co.uk/siteimages/neitmoulds/143597/2226228.jpg)

and some more vintage buttons

(http://www.neitmoulds.co.uk/siteimages/neitmoulds/143597/1349389.jpg)

(http://www.neitmoulds.co.uk/siteimages/neitmoulds/143597/1382537.jpg)

From Neit sugarcraft moulds (http://www.neitmoulds.co.uk/ourshop/)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 05:10:28 am
No pictures of those molds showing maddy.

Just saw an ad on Foxtel for a new magazine out called Baked & Delicious.  It comes with a gift of a silicone baking dish or decorating tubes etc each edition.  Maddy, you just have to buy this one  ;D ;D  Read about it here (http://news.yahoo.com/australian-baking-magazine-hits-shelves-baked-delicious-eaglemoss-220207208.html), you probably have already bought it ;)
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Post by: maddy on July 22, 2011, 05:14:38 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 05:10:28 am
No pictures of those molds showing maddy.

Just saw an ad on Foxtel for a new magazine out called Baked & Delicious.  It comes with a gift of a silicone baking dish or decorating tubes etc each edition.  Maddy, you just have to buy this one  ;D ;D  Read about it here (http://news.yahoo.com/australian-baking-magazine-hits-shelves-baked-delicious-eaglemoss-220207208.html), you probably have already bought it ;)

 :-\  strange....they are showing on my screen...will have another check.

re: the silicone baking stuff....I did have a look, but they are the cheap sort of silicone.
I'm not that fussed on them for cooking, and usually buy the approved branded ones.
You will find the cheap silicone forms from the budget stores, smell bad whilst cooking....so I'd hate to think what they consist of.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 22, 2011, 06:20:50 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 05:10:28 am
No pictures of those molds showing maddy.

Just saw an ad on Foxtel for a new magazine out called Baked & Delicious.  It comes with a gift of a silicone baking dish or decorating tubes etc each edition.  Maddy, you just have to buy this one  ;D ;D  Read about it here (http://news.yahoo.com/australian-baking-magazine-hits-shelves-baked-delicious-eaglemoss-220207208.html), you probably have already bought it ;)

I just brought the first issue of the Baked and Delicious. Came with 6 silicon cupcake mold's. Personally I think the issues would be a waste of money. Only has 9 recipes. ok for $2.99 for the first issue, then $7.99 for issue 2, then $14.99 each after that. I read somewhere that there will be 60 issues so thats a total of over $880. I could buy a lot of good quality cook ware for that price and cookbooks if I wanted. Just my opinion but I wont be buying anymore.
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Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2011, 06:27:32 am
Yes that's a rip off Mandi.  They suck you in with the cheap first edition then put the price way too high after that.  I'd want more than 9 recipes in a magazine.  Thanks for the thumbs down  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 22, 2011, 06:51:58 am
I bought the first edition of Baked and delicious as well. When I got home I wondered why I had done it as I have so many lovely cookbooks. :-\ :-\
I did buuy the New Idea Masterclass magazine for DD. She is fine with cooking but it has lots of the basics with variations. (Seeing she will be chief cook and bottle washer when we are away)
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Post by: JulieO on July 22, 2011, 07:56:24 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 22, 2011, 06:51:58 am
I did buuy the New Idea Masterclass magazine for DD. She is fine with cooking but it has lots of the basics with variations. (Seeing she will be chief cook and bottle washer when we are away)

Sounds like it might be good for my dtr.  Will look out for it, would love to send it down to her, thanks Cookie.  ;D

My camera won't be here until next Wednesday  >:(  was a mix up with the order.  :-\

The skewer/holder thingies I ordered have arrived, boy they are bigger than I thought they would be!  Will use them next week.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 22, 2011, 09:01:07 am
just some little things from Lakeland: professonal piping set, piping bags, scrudle (now thats a winner!), professional washing up brushes, drydock dish mat, postcard memo pad
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 22, 2011, 09:40:52 am
Is Lakeland here in Australia now or did you order this in from the UK?
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Post by: jeninwa on July 22, 2011, 10:10:15 am
I bought this today to store all my printed TM recipes that I have down loaded for all you lovely ladies.

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 22, 2011, 10:33:10 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 22, 2011, 09:40:52 am
Is Lakeland here in Australia now or did you order this in from the UK?

ordered from the UK (postage was the killer)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 22, 2011, 10:40:39 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 22, 2011, 10:33:10 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 22, 2011, 09:40:52 am
Is Lakeland here in Australia now or did you order this in from the UK?

ordered from the UK (postage was the killer)
I love there stuff CP.Their customer service is fabulous. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on July 22, 2011, 09:40:17 pm
I used to buy their stuff when we lived in Scotland many years ago and miss them now we are here in Australia.  Good to hear they are still going strong and their customer service is still as good as it was all those years ago.  So many companies are just so lax on that side of their businesses these days - even though it is a tough retail trading market.  I must take a look at their site again and see what they are stocking these days.

PS   Just tried looking at their site and couldn't download it - CP, could you give me their url please.  Many thanks.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on July 22, 2011, 10:14:43 pm
 :) not cooking related but.
I bought 8 tops down from $25 to $5 each, and shorts. saved $160.00 ;D

what a bargin.

Robyn
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2011, 12:12:00 am
It sure was Robyn, lucky you.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 23, 2011, 01:09:43 am
I just love to see everyone's shopping. Bough DS 3 pairs of board shorts that are way too big for him, just told him to at more..lol ;D
DH 2 gym tops and me nothing yesterday, saving Money for cooking items... Plus I need a new camera. Will be interested to see some pics from the new camera some of you have bought recently. Last new camera pathetic!!!!takes bad oboes or maybe it needs a new owner

Hally
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2011, 01:13:09 am
Translation - oboes are photos I think?  :D :-* ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 23, 2011, 01:17:42 am
Oh dear NAUGHTY iPad
 Eat more and
Photos
It just self corrects whatever it wants, I think it's sending  secret spy messages to Russia
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on July 23, 2011, 02:30:34 am
Went to a food industry supplier shop that is reducing stock to specialise in just cakes & cake decorating. Everything else was discounted. I spent ages wandering around picking up bits and pieces. I got a lot of stuff, but the most interesting things are a 28cm chef’s frypan, a springform with a glass base, a specialty bread tin and a lid for my (decades old) bread loaf pan, all excellent quality. Saved heaps and very, very happy. In fact contemplating going back next week in case I missed anything.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 23, 2011, 02:37:52 am
Hally, I am beginning to love your iPad and its quirks.  Keep them coming.
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2011, 02:51:31 am
You did well djinni and must go back, you are bound to have missed something  :D
Mmm, cakes & decorating specialists aye - don't tell maddy about that shop  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 23, 2011, 03:54:50 am
here tis cuildh: http://www.lakeland.co.uk/Homepage.action

I had trouble signing in so I had to call them and order over the phone. Just make sure you don't get charged the VAT tax, but as I said they slug you in postage. Todays rate is: 1.00 Australian Dollar = 0.67 British Pounds
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2011, 07:06:18 am
CP63, great purchases.
Natmum I was given a nespresso machine for my birthday in April. I love it to bits. It leaves my old coffee machine way behind. My trouble is now limiting myself to one a day from it.
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Post by: Decadent Dot on July 23, 2011, 07:43:52 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 23, 2011, 07:06:18 am
CP63, great purchases.
Natmum I was given a nespresso machine for my birthday in April. I love it to bits. It leaves my old coffee machine way behind. My trouble is now limiting myself to one a day from it.

Hi Cookie
Who made the limit? Do you have coffee police over the pond? lol
Dot
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Post by: foodiepep on July 23, 2011, 09:53:28 am
Oh Yes, I know if I had a nespresso machine I'd find it hard not to have 3 before I left home every morning.  They cost too much for that!!

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2011, 12:27:53 pm
It is a self imposed limit DD. I love the idea of coffee police though. I have a few other coffees during the day but they are instant. Just trying to keep the caffeine down a little.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 23, 2011, 09:46:05 pm
Well I'm one of a few that just can't take to coffee at all. I have never liked it. I'm a total tea drinker and the occasional hot chocolate. The TM makes a wonderful hot chocolate.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 24, 2011, 08:10:10 am
I have a Tassimo machine...not just coffee but tea, infusions, hot choc, latte, cappucino and recently ice tea etc etc...fantastc machine but only available in europe and the states  :(
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Post by: Decadent Dot on July 24, 2011, 10:06:50 am
That sounds great Frozzie. do you have to buy all the little drink pods to go with that?
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Post by: Frozzie on July 24, 2011, 11:06:06 am
DD yes its the same kind of machine as the nespresso just more variety and not the same discs obviously...we find it great when friends come for dinner etc ..everyone can have what they want and in only a few secs..convenience...not the best for the environment though with all the individual discs..you can even get a special pot for morning coffee..ie makes up a bigger batch than individual!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 25, 2011, 09:00:39 am
That sounds amazing Frozzie. The pods for the Nespresso are aluminium, so DD slits them open, bangs the coffee out and then they can be recycled.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 25, 2011, 09:19:32 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 25, 2011, 09:00:39 am
That sounds amazing Frozzie. The pods for the Nespresso are aluminium, so DD slits them open, bangs the coffee out and then they can be recycled.

yes we have them here too but the tassimo ones are plastic with an aluminum lid and if you took the time im sure you could recycle them and I know that used coffee is great for the garden..apparently great fertiliser!..I usually throw it out then remember after the fact doh could have put that on the garden!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: natmum on July 25, 2011, 09:39:41 am
Well..we are being greedy and drink it whenever atm usually only 3 a day!! But I was buying a coffee every time I went to work $4.50 x 4 was costing a bit so I think I'm fairly even !!
I have been buying winter clothes for the kiddies for next year in sales prices starting at $3.00 to $12 at the most!!
Have fun shopping!! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on July 25, 2011, 10:54:18 am
Cookie, I have a nespresso machine too - do you have a favourite 'colour'?! There are so many varieties to choose from, I found it really daunting to choose a blend to start with!  It is just so quick to be able to make your friends a nice coffee - I love it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on July 25, 2011, 12:38:44 pm
We always have a coffee at 11.00am  We have a Saeco coffee machine and after 30 cups you have to empty the drawer.   We tip the used grounds on the Lemon tree and it loves it.  DH doesn't cook but does make a real mean coffee.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 26, 2011, 03:25:21 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 25, 2011, 12:38:44 pm
after 30 cups you have to empty the drawer  

do you mean bladder?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on July 26, 2011, 07:55:51 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 26, 2011, 03:25:21 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 25, 2011, 12:38:44 pm
after 30 cups you have to empty the drawer  

do you mean bladder?

Not on the poor lemon tree Surely!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 26, 2011, 08:54:15 am
lol. I just had a good laught after reading those comments DD and CP
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Post by: cookie1 on July 26, 2011, 09:27:59 am
Believe it or not the lemon tree would love it. Great liquid fertiliser.

My favourite Nespresso 'colour' is any except dark olive green, I think it's called Indriya. I don't mind it but won't buy it anymore.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 26, 2011, 12:28:36 pm

You can make 30 cups,  after each cup it empties the used coffee grounds into a draw that sits under the machine.  It tells you when the draw is full and you can't make any more coffee until you empty it.  We bought this machine as it will froth the milk at the same time as it expresses the coffee.  That is, I get my coffee quicker.  Love my coffee.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 26, 2011, 01:03:38 pm
Hot off the press.....and apparently I'm the first person in OZ to buy one  :P......a new type of cake pop stand.
Holds 19.....perfect for 1 pack of biscuits, and easy to clean.  Purchased from etsy.com.....which if you haven't checked that place out....your in for a treat!
Lots of vintage goodies and handmade cute stuff.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/78156805/popztee-cake-pop-stand

(http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.258303814.jpg)

(http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_570xN.258303940.jpg)

(http://cdn1.shopperhive.co.uk/n/anchor-hocking-glass-sauce-boat.jpg)

(http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/core/media/media.nl?id=20873&c=732990&h=8403100e32c8fecc3370)

(http://www.thegoodstore.com.au/Uploads/Images/tala-flour-sifter.jpg)



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Zan on July 26, 2011, 01:14:52 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on July 23, 2011, 02:30:34 am
Went to a food industry supplier shop that is reducing stock to specialise in just cakes & cake decorating. Everything else was discounted. I spent ages wandering around picking up bits and pieces. I got a lot of stuff, but the most interesting things are a 28cm chef’s frypan, a springform with a glass base, a specialty bread tin and a lid for my (decades old) bread loaf pan, all excellent quality. Saved heaps and very, very happy. In fact contemplating going back next week in case I missed anything.  ;D ;D ;D

ooh where was that at???

Maddy, pmsl at you being the first in Oz for the new cake pop stand - couldn't be a better buyer/owner!!!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on July 26, 2011, 01:22:39 pm
It will suit you right down to the ground maddy.  Anyone who has a lathe owning relative could ask them nicely to make one of these up for them in timber to get the same effect.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 26, 2011, 02:13:23 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 26, 2011, 01:22:39 pm
Anyone who has a lathe owning relative could ask them nicely to make one of these up for them in timber to get the same effect.

.........I have two relatives, and I'm married to one.....a girl could get very old and grey waiting for it though  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 26, 2011, 08:38:51 pm
Cake pop stand is very you Maddy - I have been searching for an acrylic one along the lines of a tier cupcake stand any ideas????  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 27, 2011, 12:27:00 am
I have a Delonghi Pri Madonna, I love my coffees. It's the that you see on tv that shows you the layers.
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 27, 2011, 12:46:40 am
Very you Maddy, the old mechanics car story hey!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 27, 2011, 12:55:59 am
Quote from: Bedlam on July 27, 2011, 12:46:40 am
Very you Maddy, the old mechanics car story hey!

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He's too busy to do "love" jobs!  :P


Quote from: johnro on July 26, 2011, 08:38:51 pm
Cake pop stand is very you Maddy - I have been searching for an acrylic one along the lines of a tier cupcake stand any ideas????  :)  :)

Robyn....dozens on ebay.
acrylic cupcake stands (http://shop.ebay.com.au/?_from=R40&_npmv=3&_trksid=m570&_nkw=acrylic+cupcake+stand)

and check out this online store.....that's all they sell, and very cool stands  ;)
http://www.cupcakestand.com.au/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on July 27, 2011, 05:18:42 am
Quote from: Zan on July 26, 2011, 01:14:52 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on July 23, 2011, 02:30:34 am
Went to a food industry supplier shop that is reducing stock to specialise in just cakes & cake decorating. Everything else was discounted. I spent ages wandering around picking up bits and pieces. I got a lot of stuff, but the most interesting things are a 28cm chef’s frypan, a springform with a glass base, a specialty bread tin and a lid for my (decades old) bread loaf pan, all excellent quality. Saved heaps and very, very happy. In fact contemplating going back next week in case I missed anything.  ;D ;D ;D

ooh where was that at???
It was here (http://foodutensils.com.au/home/) Zan. Bit of a hike but worth it :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on July 27, 2011, 05:40:54 am
Thanks Maddy will do a chieck and purchase tonight  :)  :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 27, 2011, 07:23:58 am
I love the cake pop stand Maddy. It sort of reminds me of the stands they display Chupa Chups in.
I know what you mean re 'love' jobs. My DH made me a long rolling pin (french or italian type one) and said I could sell it to someone at the sourdough class and he would make me a jarrah one. Still waiting....................and waiting................
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 27, 2011, 08:07:08 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 27, 2011, 07:23:58 am
My DH made me a long rolling pin (french or italian type one) and said I could sell it to someone at the sourdough class and he would make me a jarrah one. Still waiting....................and waiting................

 :o Oh no Cookie 
It sounds beautiful too  :( .......I would mention it again, then make yourself get teary......works for me most the time! :P  .LOL.


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Post by: faffa_70 on July 27, 2011, 08:22:03 am
MADDY!!!! I have been after one of those mini loaf trays for ages, have searched high and low on line etc and had given up hope. You have just restored it  :-* :-* :-* (as DH groans in the background LMAO)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on July 27, 2011, 08:24:47 am
Kathryn.....House, or Matchbox stores sell them too  ;)
I'm sure hubby will appreciate what comes out of them though  8)
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Post by: Halex on July 28, 2011, 03:42:51 am
Maddy, your pop cake stand looks great, can't wait to see it full of your goodies.

I noticed that most of you shop on line. I am in need of a few things, is it cheaper on line. I need a loaf tin, muffin tray, sharp knife and some fun things.

Should I just go to a kitchen shop or buy on line

Thanks
Hally
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Post by: judydawn on July 28, 2011, 03:58:01 am
Hally if you can combine both online & store shopping i.e. check out what you want online for prices etc then if you are handy to a home type shop, compare the prices.  Then it is up to you which way to go but you have to factor the postage in with the price. I can't always spare the time to browse in these types of shops so online is certainly easier but not necessarily cheaper I have found.
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Post by: faffa_70 on July 28, 2011, 05:57:56 am
Quote from: maddy on July 27, 2011, 08:24:47 am
Kathryn.....House, or Matchbox stores sell them too  ;)
I'm sure hubby will appreciate what comes out of them though  8)

HOUSE has closed down here locally and the local MATCHBOX store doesn't have them :( will keep looking :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 28, 2011, 06:16:56 am
Kathryn if you can't get one I have one that you can have. I really don't use it very often at all. I bought it a couple of years ago. The only thing is you will have to wait until the end of September. :'( :'(
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Post by: maddy on July 28, 2011, 08:08:29 am
Quote from: Hally on July 28, 2011, 03:42:51 am

I noticed that most of you shop on line. I am in need of a few things, is it cheaper on line. I need a loaf tin, muffin tray, sharp knife and some fun things.

Should I just go to a kitchen shop or buy on line

Thanks
Hally
 

Generally, most my purchases are online.  Most the time I find the items cheaper, with postage included.
Also a big factor is you have the choices available.  A lot of stores here don't sell what I'm looking for.....so good news for me, but not the credit card  :P
I check catalogues online, and price check online stores first, before I purchase.
When I'm out and about, I always have a note book in my bag to jot down prices, and book titles, then I google before buying.
I like to get the best deal, so I always haggle prices in the stores too  :P  I love the challenge  :)
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Post by: dede on July 28, 2011, 08:23:03 am
Well Maddy even though you seem to be a shopoholic at least you are always looking for bargains. You should keep track of all the money you Save (Not what you spend) and at the end of the year add what you have saved and spend that on something special. lol.  ;D
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Post by: maddy on July 28, 2011, 08:28:00 am
I like your theory Mandi  8)........I don't keep tabs, because that is just too scary!  :P
 
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 28, 2011, 08:29:31 am
Please forgive me, but I would like to put a word in here on the subject of shopping locally vs. shopping on line as it is a subject close to my wallet (sorry, my heart).

Firstly, when I refer to our business below I am referring mainly to small retail businesses in general, similarly, the hardware example is simply being used for convenience and is not meant to reflect on any one business model in particular.

We run two small retail shops, in a very specialised field, and are feeling the pinch of more and more of our customers shopping on line.  Now, I can’t really blame them, I also shop on line at times and it can certainly be much cheaper, after all, the on-line shops don’t have the same overheads as High Street shops have and if you are shopping from an overseas site, you don’t have to pay GST in many cases either, so, on the surface, it seems a wonderful idea to shop online.  Also, the choice MAY be greater, online, we also are aware of that aspect.  I'm not knocking online shopping per se, just wanting people to realise the possible consequences.

However, there is a down side to this in that small shops, such as ours, simply cannot compete and, in five or so years, we will have no choice but to close down due to lack of support from our customer base.  You may have noticed this happening fairly recently, for example some of the larger book stores are feeling the impact of ebooks.  Similarly the advent of the big multi-national hardware stores starting to trade on the town edges over the past ten or so years enables them to keep their prices lower, thus the smaller neighbourhood hardware shops have had to back out of the market.  

An example of this could be (using the hardware shop scenario), how many times have you needed one small, specific item that you always got at the local hardware shop but, because they have closed, only the larger ‘general’ hardware supermarket is available to you and they generally only handle high turnover items – in many cases that means that that specific item you are looking for is now off the market completely or else you can only buy it in bulk.  Similarly, the knowledge base of some of their staff may not be as comprehensive as that found in staff employed in a smaller outlet.

Small businesses cannot command the same prices as the big organisations can and, if their customers are shopping elsewhere because it is cheaper, well, the outcome is obvious.  We work at a mark up of approx. 50%, so there is no room to move on pricing.  We’re stuck precisely where we are.  Some other retailers probably have higher mark ups so can make allowances for competition, but that is not always possible.  We are often asked for our “best price”- would you go to your doctor for a consultation and ask him / her for their “best price”?  Why do that to small retailers.

I could go on and on as it is a very sore subject for small traders and, even though many, like us, are developing their own online presence, we simply can’t go face to face against the ‘big guys’ and it will be a great loss to Australian retail on the whole when the small, independent retailers are forced to close.  
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Post by: Frozzie on July 28, 2011, 09:22:35 am
I do both..I prefer to shop locally when I can but sometimes the items im after just arent available locally which is where I shop online..  Some people also live more remotely and therefore shop online.  Sometimes I shp for groceries online too but its from the same shop that I buy from anyway.  I think there are alot of people out there that for pure convenience shop online ie can do so much in your lunch break right at your desk or from home with little kids who can be a nightmare in shops etc etc..I think unfortunately society in general is becoming more focused on time or lack of it and therefore find the quick and easiest way to do something but people are alot more time poor these days too...I hope you find a way to survive the 'big guys' and online shopping but its not something new either..think it all comes down to local awareness in your community and hitting it hard there to make people react.  :)
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Post by: maddy on July 28, 2011, 09:40:09 am
Marina, I do understand and am sorry that is the situation  :(

Can I just clarify that I also support local stores here.  
I buy my fruit and veg from the family run store, opposed to the supermarkets, buy many things from out the way stores (o.k....I might not let on everything I buy on this thread  :P, and I only haggle with the big stores...I promise  :)
Unfortunately my book buying from online stores, has not helped the flesh and blood bookstores demise.....but I buy so many of them, so I choose to purchase them online at 50% less in most cases.
My location does not help with "supporting local", particularly with the cooking/decorating stuff.....it is just not available to buy.

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Post by: Halex on July 28, 2011, 10:02:35 am
Hi marina,

I always shop in stores and I must admit over the last few years I have seen smaller shops close in our local shopping centre, then a new trader will move in last 2 years and close down also. High rents believe are a huge problem.

After reading your email I am going to try a local kitchen shop and see what they have on offer.

I am also a fan of buying food brands and paying a little more rather than home brands,  believe if we not keep the brands going one day there will be no choice and home brands will be even more expensive than branded products are now.

I use Aussie farmers for all our fresh veg and fruit, milk, sliced bread, butter and a few other items.

Hally
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on July 28, 2011, 11:55:15 am
That is important to think about Marina.  The down turn in the economy hasn't helped smaller traders either. Unfortunately many families are struggling to make ends meet and don't have any choice but to find the lowest price possible for their necessary items. I buy local where I can and do some shopping online.  :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 28, 2011, 09:26:52 pm
Sorry for my 'rant', everyone, I was just having a rough day and was letting off steam.  I didn't mean to hijack this thread, which, as I've said before, I thoroughly enjoy in a vicarious sort of way!  I DO know and understand the pros and cons of both sides of the argument, I just felt that I wanted to illustrate an aspect of the consequences of online shopping in the longer term.

I''ll stop now before I start off another long lecture!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 29, 2011, 01:26:03 am
Cuildh I can understand how you must be feeling. Its pretty tough 'out there' financially for a large majority of people with businesses.  With computers being in every household, it now means that people can not only compare prices with local shops but the whole world. Who ever could have predicted that ten years ago? Because you can't see people going in and out of shop doors, or see how full the car park is, you just don't know what competition you are up against until it hits you full force in the hip pocket. Who knows in the future there may not be any shops as people will operate from home. I guess the only people laughing about all this are the posties.
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Post by: JulieO on July 29, 2011, 02:07:07 am
If my town had a kitchenware specialty shop I would be there with bells on, there's nothing like looking around and actually touching stuff, but unless I can buy what I'm after in Target or Harris Scarfe then I have no option but to purchase on-line or go without.  I agree with others that sometimes where you live has a lot to do with it, if I want spices that aren't offered by McCormick, then I have to order on-line.
 
I've tried unsuccessfully in the past 2 weeks to try and get a supply of 2 litres of pure cream to make butter, no one wants to know and it's too expensive buying the little 200ml tubs so have had to stop doing that, it's frustrating, but on the other hand I can understand that retailers aren't going to stock things that may not be big sellers.  Of course I can't order fresh produce or cream on line but it does help with stuff I wouldn't ordinarily be able to source.

As for e-books, I only ever used to buy cookbooks anyway, all my reading material came from the library as I wouldn't pay $20+ to read a story then have to think about what to do with the book (not a collector), so now having a Kindle I'm actually paying the small price it costs to download a book, something I didn't do before, so someone somewhere is now making money off me that I wouldn't have paid out before.

There is a risk when buying big ticketed items on-line, what happens if it's broken or doesn't work?  The hassle involved in returning it would be a pain so we prefer to actually buy that sort of item from a store like Harvey Norman where we can take it back and get it replaced if there's a problem.  In doing so we are choosing to pay more for those items than we could purchase for online.  My new camera is an example (still waiting....) not sure what the stuff up was/is, but something that should have only taken 2-3 days to arrive in store has still not turned up but they have reduced the price by $150 as they recently had a 15% off sale and will give us that same discount for the stuff up.

About 4 years ago when wanting a specific espresso machine, I had to order it from Melbourne as I couldn't even find a supplier in Adelaide, I was so worried, but it arrived in 2 days and I've not had a problem with it at all and it gets used every day.  I didn't get it any cheaper and would have preferred to have been able to buy it locally but sometimes it's just not possible.

I guess if we could all buy what we wanted without having to do so on-line, I'm sure most of us would do, but the reality is unless you live in a city where they have a wide selection of shops then the only way to get what you want is on-line and then you look for the best price.   :)
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Post by: obbie on July 29, 2011, 03:17:41 am
 :) Cuilidh, I so understand you. you could be me.

we too have a business, work from home, and about to move to town in a proper shop, (10 minutes from home.)
Just to get more customer foot traffic, that we don't get now.

We are in a really tiny town, butcher, corner store, pub, servo, take away, coffee shop, 3 restaurants, a couple of touristy shops, that's it.
I have to drive 25 minutes to a woolworths, or IGA.
For a shopping centre, its 1 hour drive each way.

I do buy locally, also from alot of farmers direct, as we deal with farmers every day, and in bulk as much as possible.
The farmers support us, so we have to support them, and most have roadside stalls.

I try and save up, and shop every 6 months or so, if i have to.

I like looking online, but still buy locally.
robyn
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Post by: judydawn on July 29, 2011, 03:20:17 am
Well spoken Julie - I agree wholeheartedly with everything you've said. Can also understand the point of view from the 'little man' too and I guess we all want the cheapest price we can find so they need to be very competitive in a very slow market at the moment.  In a fair world it would be nice if everyone could be winners but if it is not the internet squeezing out the little guy then it is the big 2 who have been doing it for years - I shop at neither of those supermarkets unless I cannot find what I want elsewhere. Marina, I hope your stores can hold on - I know how much time and effort goes into owning a small business as I have a DD in Melbourne with a couple of shops.  Robyn, best of luck with your new shop.
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Post by: Halex on July 29, 2011, 03:55:05 am
Hallys been shopping, such fun
I bought 2 silcone oven mitts, they withstand up to 230 degrees, so shouldn't get burnt now.
2 silicone 6  muffin trays
1 loaf tin fir 1 kg loaf
1 football cake tin
- and then the fun items
1 whoopee pie cook book
1 whoopee 12 hole baking tin
1 12piece cupcake decorating set


Oh I am going to have such fun
Hally
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Post by: maddy on July 29, 2011, 05:26:30 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 28, 2011, 09:26:52 pm
Sorry for my 'rant', everyone, I was just having a rough day and was letting off steam. 

Not at all Marina....you have just reminded us how important it is  :)

Robyn....good luck with your store....I wish you success!

Hally.....watch out....spending is contagious and addictive  :P

Today I bought....

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and 10 boxes of Arabica coffee pods

(http://www.mokadordirect.com.au/img.ashx?f=v&v=114015)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 29, 2011, 06:21:40 am
Marina you are more than entitled to 'sound off.' We're all friends here. I can just imagine how you feel. I am very guilty of buying e books and feel guilty that I probably caused the Borders close down all by myself. I buy nothing else on line. My DH buys parts for his vintage cars from USA as they can be bought new over there and sometimes 80 year old parts are just not safe enough.
Personally I am beginning to worry that retail here is going down hill.
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Post by: foodiepep on July 29, 2011, 10:00:48 pm
(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1659535&name=PrimaryImage&variant=0) For taking lunch to Uni

(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1644766&name=PrimaryImage&variant=0) For DS as his backpack from Kmart has ripped

(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1648895&name=PrimaryImage&variant=0) I have a problem, I'm collecting knives.  Lets Hope DH doesn't notice a new one.

(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1652183&name=PrimaryImage&variant=0)
100% recycled – made from a blend of recycled plastic and flask husk (an agricultural by-product that is ordinarily discarded after processing).
(http://res0.graysonline.com/handlers/imagehandler.ashx?t=sh&id=282040&s=n&index=0&ts=634448363841970000)
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 29, 2011, 10:20:42 pm
Robyn, good luck with your move and new venture, you obviously know your market and between that and knowing your (potential) customers you should be up and running quickly.

JD hope your daughter's shops are thriving and the till keeps ringing up loads of sales for her - what a satisfying sound the till makes!!!!
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Post by: obbie on July 30, 2011, 01:52:16 am
 :) Thanks Marina.
Our business has been up and going 8 1/2 years, so time to expand.
We have just put another apprentice on this week. Its busy.

Lucky, our field is specialized, which is irrigation / pumps.
You have to know what you are doing, and farmers need irrigation.
I love retail, and it so suits me.

But i love my thermomix  and cooking too.

Robyn
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 30, 2011, 03:17:34 am
thats an interesting lunchbox foodieprep. what is that little piece, and whats on the lid when it is turned upside down - is it a sauce container that slots in? where did you get that from?
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Post by: johnro on July 30, 2011, 03:31:27 am
Picked up a great recipe book (not great if you require pics,s it was published as a result of the Qld floods when so many lost treasures including recipes handed down through generations) and the heart shaped cutters.
My thoughts went to many of you on reading the foreword in the book - 'Not everyone is lucky enough to have a kitchen Mum, those who build memories around the dining table each day'.

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About to make orange and poppy seed cake from this book so will post later.  :)

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Post by: judydawn on July 30, 2011, 04:29:47 am
What a great idea someone came up with Robyn, you don't stop to think of all the things people lose at times like that.
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Post by: foodiepep on July 30, 2011, 06:21:34 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 30, 2011, 03:17:34 am
thats an interesting lunchbox foodieprep. what is that little piece, and whats on the lid when it is turned upside down - is it a sauce container that slots in? where did you get that from?

It's a Bento Box from Peters of Kensington.

The little container is for your sauce and the upturned lid has a groove so you can use it as a dipping bowl for sushi.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 30, 2011, 08:56:56 am
Robyn the Q'land book has some lovely recipes in it. I love these sort of books as they have peoples favourites in.
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Post by: johnro on July 30, 2011, 11:50:07 am
Cookie I am really impressed with it as well as it tugging at the heart strings - I think I will purchase some as part of this years Xmas hampers  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 31, 2011, 07:04:24 am
Good idea and forward thinking. I might be a copy cat as it is for a very good cause and the recipes look good.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 31, 2011, 08:52:54 am
I googled this book, but I couldn't see an Index - or had you seen it in the shops?
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Post by: johnro on July 31, 2011, 09:23:18 am
I thought the same CP I googled contents after cookie's comment. I will attempt to scan contents page and attach - not while on the iPad though  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 31, 2011, 09:32:44 am
CP I've seen it in K mart and I think a couple of other places for the last few weeks. I can always be found looking at the cookbooks. 8) 8)
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Post by: johnro on July 31, 2011, 09:35:33 am
Thanks Cookie!!  :)
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Post by: meganjane on August 01, 2011, 08:22:56 am
I buy loads of stuff online because we're in the bush and there's only one store in our town. Most of my shopping is from Australian stores, though. All my ingredients and bottles for my Skinflint business are sourced in Australia.

We used to have a wonderful kitchenware shop in Katanning, our main shopping area, but they closed down due to the owner's illness. I have nowhere local now to buy kitchen bits, so either wait for a trip to Albany or buy online.

I've only bought shoes recently, no kitchen stuff!

(http://www.shoes.com/ProductImages/shoes_iaec1250398.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on August 05, 2011, 03:35:55 am
ARE WE ON A SHOPPING STRIKE PEOPLE ?  :P

I've been good  8)  but I am seriously tempted by some Riess enamelware I spotted in gorgeous shop yesterday!........the question is......will Maddy be strong?

 (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-confused013.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php) ???  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-confused013.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
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Post by: JulieO on August 05, 2011, 04:03:13 am
Finally got my camera yesterday but not from Harvey Norman.  Got fed up waiting, it's almost 3 weeks since I ordered it and was told it would only take 3-4 days.  Ended up ringing a camera store in Adelaide, they posted that arvo and we received it 2 days later.  Better service for sure.  Now to read up on it  ;D
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Post by: dede on August 05, 2011, 07:09:55 am
Thats one thing you can rely on Harvey Norman for is unreliability  :D. I know lots of people who have had issues with them taking weeks and even months. Hope you enjoy your new camera JulieO
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 05, 2011, 09:17:23 am
I am pleased to say that I have actually bought something that I can share on this thread (and not before time!).  When I was at Cyndi O'Meara's presentation earlier this week I purchased four of her books, CD, etc.  I was also tempted by the Budget Busters booklet, but behaved myself, I figured there was more than enough reading in Cyndi's books to keep me going for a while.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 05, 2011, 03:22:55 pm
On our way back from our week dOwn south and at a stop at Bordeaux (my fav wine country... St Emillion and Graves are my preferred wines) I got this cookbook which has a couple of recipes which caught my eye...Will post if any good  :)

Cant attach photo from iPhone... Wont let me  >:(.  Will post later... Memory permitting LOL !!
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Post by: foodiepep on August 05, 2011, 11:37:17 pm
I've bought a few envirosax for my nephews and nieces.

(http://buyinvite.com.au/media/transfer/img/productimage/2011-08/ek_b3copy.jpg)    (http://buyinvite.com.au/media/transfer/img/productimage/2011-08/ek_b2copy.jpg)

(http://buyinvite.com.au/media/transfer/img/productimage/2011-08/ek_b4copy.jpg)    (http://buyinvite.com.au/media/transfer/img/productimage/2011-08/ek_b6copy.jpg)

(http://buyinvite.com.au/media/transfer/img/productimage/2011-08/ek_b8copy.jpg)

At $4.95 each I couldn't resist.
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Post by: JulieO on August 06, 2011, 12:23:42 am
They are gorgeous Pep, a great gift.  ;D
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Post by: johnro on August 06, 2011, 04:59:01 am
I think that I have been mistaken with the comment "my recipe book collection addiction had been treated" - I have fallen off the wagon over the past week with the purchase of A Generous Helping and today's High Tea book - but oh the recipes look great!!!!  I don't feel quite as guilty at the collection of 20 Dr Suess boxed collection that found its way to my trolley (my girls have fond memories of many of those)

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Post by: JulieO on August 06, 2011, 06:18:43 am
Lovely looking book Johnro.   :)
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Post by: jeninwa on August 06, 2011, 06:24:38 am
Might have to go and have a look at my favorite online book store and see if they have this one.
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Post by: johnro on August 06, 2011, 07:52:38 am
The pics are almost as great as yours and Maddy's, Julie  :D  :D
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Post by: foodiepep on August 06, 2011, 10:27:47 pm
Yesterday I bought a 2nd hand kitchen for $100 to go on our deck.  I so need extra space to store platters, large salad bowls and excess tupperware.

I'll take a picture as the sun come out a bit more.  I'm very happy and DH thinks I'm crazy.  Well he already knew that.   ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on August 07, 2011, 12:00:11 am
Yesterday DH was gorgeous enough to allow me a visit to my fav kitchen shop on our way home from a day out - bless him as he knows he has to look after the kids while we are in there lol

I managed to find one of the multi mini loaf pans that I was after (happy dance), also got an oil sprayer, a replacement for my favourite little knife that I broke and a small 1 cup pyrex jug.

Thought I did pretty well, no serious damage (especially for that shop!) but a few things I have been after  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on August 07, 2011, 11:54:01 am
cookbook addiction is definately not cured...on the way home from holidays got half of these and then last night at one of our local shops the rest..they all have at least 3 or 4 recipes different that caught my eye...both had cookbooks verrrrrry reduced so went a bit nutty lol as I always do (they were all between 2.50 and 8 euros so very cheap!)  Only comment from DH...now we are going to have to put in another bookshelf to store all these lol....they are overflowing as it is BUT I have it all planned as part of our future new kitchen lol (bookshelves on one side of the buffet or back of one part of the cupboards that make a wall between the kitchen and dining room!)

also received when I got home a parcel from mum with some stuff from the kids and her Cemaster icing tips/nozzles with bag so will have to give them a good clean then can get to using them..

and received my parcel from oz iwth the pie tins, cooling rack and rectangular quiche/pie tin that I added to the order to justify the postage cost which was the same with just the pie tins or the two others added  ;D

Have been looking at Noritake crockery too but havent bought any yet...trying to find a design that I prefer! 

Also organising and buying stuff for DS spiderman birthday party at the end fo the month!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on August 07, 2011, 03:01:24 pm
Frozzie,I was almost mistaken for thinking that I was reading a post form Maddy :D  :D when I first saw the pics - I can see that a cure is not likely for your cookbook buying lovely lady. (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/10001/new2.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) The justifications for our purchases could have been written by the same person on all our posts don't you agree?  :D  :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 07, 2011, 03:43:49 pm
 :D :D :D lol robyn...very true re all being the same (or pretty much) and I think Maddy is the only one who fesses up to all of her shopping  :P  I tend to do it in bits and pieces so it doesnt seem like so much but I was very good..seems alot but they were very cheap..normally my purchases arent so!!  :P

Hows the camera going?  I still havent gotten around to reading the manual but some great shots just have to figure out movement shots and night shots...  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 08, 2011, 05:05:23 am
Had to go a fair distance today for blood tests for DH and right next door to the specialist centre was a rug shop.  Have been wanting a rug for my little lounge area at the end of the kitchen ever since I did some room swapping a little while back.  Perfect find today.
Also received a delivery of 2 boxes of 6 glasses I'd ordered for the grand-children just after we got home.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on August 08, 2011, 05:08:26 am
The rug looks great - I love slate floors.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 08, 2011, 05:26:28 am
Thanks Marina, we have slate in the kitchen and right through into this little room which used to be the dining room.  The dining room is now in the L-shaped lounge where it is supposed to be.  I keep going out to look at the rug, can't believe we found one with the right colours and it really made my day.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 08, 2011, 06:16:57 am
The rug looks great JD and the glasses are cute. Bet the Grandies love them
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 08, 2011, 06:21:34 am
just having a little chuckle VHJ on the saying below your name  ;D ;D ;D (I love reading the saying people choose)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 08, 2011, 06:31:19 am
Judy, the rug looks great and fits perfectly. Well done, always hard in the shop to tell whether its going to look  and fit 100%

Frozzie, is that just 1 shopping trip for cook books. If it is, oh me oh my, what does your bookshelf look like... Good on you

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on August 08, 2011, 06:36:35 am
Judy, love the colours in your new rug, looks great on the slate floor. Your Gran kids are going to love there glasses, are they for when they come visit you?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on August 08, 2011, 06:53:18 am
Looks lovely Judy, compliments the room perfectly  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 08, 2011, 07:21:10 am
Thank you for all the thumbs up girls, really makes my day which didn't start out very well and I was a grumpy bum - finding the rug lifted my spirits no end plus the fact that today, for the first time in my 47 years of driving, I actually did a reverse park. DH was very proud of me.
The glasses will go down to the kids' house Jeninwa (kids & slate floors do not mix) - the little chap is into Toy Story so will love his set to bits and miss 6 year old will be impressed with hers too I would think. Just $6 for each set of 6 so I couldn't resist them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 08, 2011, 08:15:05 am
great buys judy and dont you love when you find somethingyou have been after for a while..I still havent found a rug I like for our lounge area but then stopped looking as the kids would just destroy it anyway...got to love that feeling of finally finding what your after and bravo bravo to you for the reverse park!!!  All in the confidence!   ;)

Hally it was two shops in the one day and I have literally hundreds of cookbooks...I have a large bookshelf and a half size bookshelf full of them plus on top of cabinets and lately in piles here and there lol  As I said earlier I am quite addicted and can never seem to go past them to have a look...not to mention the copy and pasting of recipes online...Im incurable what can I say  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 08, 2011, 08:16:41 am
Lovely rug Judy.I recognize the characters from Toy Story but the other characters on the other glasses got me stumped :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 08, 2011, 08:32:12 am
Hannah Montana I believe CC  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 08, 2011, 08:36:17 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 08, 2011, 08:32:12 am
Hannah Montana I believe CC  :)
Thanks Frozzie,I have heard of her  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 08, 2011, 08:37:45 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 08, 2011, 06:21:34 am
just having a little chuckle VHJ on the saying below your name  ;D ;D ;D (I love reading the saying people choose)
I smile at it now CP63 but 12 months ago I think I aged the 20yrs. And niggling in the back of my mind is that there is 1 more DS to go through it. I try to stay optimistic   ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 08, 2011, 08:42:26 am
I only know by the photo of her...never seen a show but luckily I can get buy with some info  ;D  Will know much more girly stuff once DD gets a little older but for the moment its hello kitty and princesses oh and minnie lol...DH only said the other day that you know your starting to get old when you dont realise half the music on the top40 or some compilated music disc just out lol  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 08, 2011, 09:08:47 am
Would love to browse your book store Frozzie :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 08, 2011, 09:10:39 am
 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 09, 2011, 02:11:46 am
Nice buys Ladies!
I've still been good  ;D  nothing to report lately.....crazy huh?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 07:16:54 am
Lol..for how long though huh!!!!!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 09, 2011, 07:37:10 am
LOL.....well my cupcake tower was delivered today from U.S...... :o :o.....OMG, it's massive!
I have nowhere to store it....so it has ended up on my Daughters bookshelf for now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 07:50:31 am
haha I have been looking for a cake/cupcake stand ie to sit a cake on top and cupcakes on the lower rings for birthday parties etc..DS is in a couple of weeks lol but dont know if i dare as the cupcake courier is huge and is sitting on our buffet which DH sees all the time and if i also got a cupcake/cake stand lol it would jsut give him a reason to roll his eyes even more lol..not enough space in cupboards...have to get that shelving sorted for the garage lol  :)  I have already told DH that I want a shelf jsut for cooking stuff in the garage (for things i dont use all that often but still need)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on August 09, 2011, 08:02:07 am
Frozzie,  a storage space in the garage is a great idea.  When we built our shed I had part partitioned off for my storage,  We bought some commercial shelves and lots of large plastic crates.  Each crate has a sticker on the front to state what is in this crate.  I have started to give stuff away.  I wasn't ready to do this when we shifted in to this house.  None of my cooking books are in the shed,  like you I have a passion for cooking books,  and it is amazing how often I use them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 08:08:17 am
I thought so too chookie and I plan to also put them in large plastic crates labelled of course...I just have no more space in the kitchen and also like you my cookbooks are staying put lol..i refer to them all the time even though DH thinks in a lifetime you would never cook all the recipes in them haha but they come in very handy and friends usually borrow a few depending on the occasion also..usualy dinner parties and birthdays etc..and i find others who are too scared to borrow them ie think they cant cook..i just tell them nonsense..cooking is all about confidence and a little skill lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 09, 2011, 08:16:53 am
(http://www.cheeki.net.au/Portals/0/bottles%20for%20carousel/mugs/Coffee%20Mug-Floral%20350ml.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 09, 2011, 08:58:43 am
Last year I had an attic ladder put in my roof and a floor made in the roof so I have now got heaps of extra storage. Its a great place to put those items that you rarely use but need to keep.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 09:15:27 am
Quote from: dede on August 09, 2011, 08:58:43 am
Last year I had an attic ladder put in my roof and a floor made in the roof so I have now got heaps of extra storage. Its a great place to put those items that you rarely use but need to keep.

already have an attic and its full lol ..plus here it gets toohot in the summer and too cold i the winter...not insulated yet!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on August 09, 2011, 11:44:02 pm
What is that a picture of foodiepep?  Looks really nice.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 11:46:33 pm
Im imagining a mini thermus/thermos yes that sounds better lol all this chatter and my english is still slipping  :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2011, 11:49:01 pm
yep just found it by the brand here (http://www.cheeki.net.au/) Karen...its a coffee mug so a mini thermos  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on August 10, 2011, 12:42:47 am
Quote from: foodiepep on August 09, 2011, 08:16:53 am
(http://www.cheeki.net.au/Portals/0/bottles%20for%20carousel/mugs/Coffee%20Mug-Floral%20350ml.jpg)
Ilike the look of those fp HoW do you find it?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on August 10, 2011, 05:23:48 am
I love the look of that mug and the fact that it will fit under the coffee machine. I have this one here (http://www.innate-gear.com/product-info/kaze) and just bought another one for DH. Love them as they DO keep hot or cold for the 8 hours. I love taking them and drinking a coffee on the way home from demo's, branch or state meetings  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 10, 2011, 08:15:19 am
LOL Faffa - thats a decent size cup of coffee I say.  Really like the look of the other one but capacity will win out  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 10, 2011, 08:35:16 am

Sorry I should have said what it was.  It is indeed a coffee thermos flask.  I like it because it is leak proof so I can just throw it in my Uni bag.  It also fits in the drink holder in the car and you don't need to remove the whole lid to drink out of it, you just press the centre.  Oh and they also sell replacement lids if anything happens to it.

I used it today and my Chai tea was still hot at 11.30am even though I made it at 6.45am.

It was $22.95 from the health food shop, so the way I look at it I only need to take 3 more teas/coffees to Uni and it has paid for itself.

Here is the linki http://www.cheeki.net.au/Products/CoffeeMugs.aspx (http://www.cheeki.net.au/Products/CoffeeMugs.aspx)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 11, 2011, 12:55:20 am
My collapsible dish drainer  (http://www.everten.com.au/product/Progressive-Collapsible-Dish-Rack.html) arrived on my doorstep yesterday. This is great, the dishes sit a bit lower than normal to the benchtop so the kitchen looks more tidier. It can be folded down and popped into the dishwasher for cleaning, or put away in the cupboard. Its not huge either.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 11, 2011, 07:32:39 am
Quote from: Meagan on August 10, 2011, 12:42:47 am
Quote from: foodiepep on August 09, 2011, 08:16:53 am
(http://www.cheeki.net.au/Portals/0/bottles%20for%20carousel/mugs/Coffee%20Mug-Floral%20350ml.jpg)
Ilike the look of those fp HoW do you find it?

I'm loving it Meagan.  Love that it fits in the car cup holder and also that I can throw it in my bag and have a hot tea when I'm ready for it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 11, 2011, 07:56:02 am
Do you find it stable on a tabletop foodieprep? Only ask, as it looks narrow at the base and possibly top heavy. Love the idea of leakproof
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 11, 2011, 12:43:08 pm
I managed to track down the Wilton 1M piping tip to make gorgeous buttercream topping on cupcakes (thanks to the inspirational members on this forum) and I have been looking around for a Pasta Drying Rack (http://www.wahs.com.au/product.php?id=1445) for ages. Lots of internet searching for local suppliers and found both at Matchbox in Garden City. I used to make the spaghetti and hang it over a chair while I made more, but the dog keep eating it while my back was turned.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on August 11, 2011, 12:47:40 pm
Been meaning to get one myself. Last time I made pasta I carefully laid it out on a teatowel and covered with another till I was ready the cook. The &*^% cat came along and walked over it (what it was doing there I'll never know) and it all stuck together.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 11, 2011, 12:56:22 pm
lol cp re the dog!!

I just throw mine in a large tupperware container with flour in the bottom of it and toss the pasta in that and it keeps well..dont bother drying it..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 11, 2011, 01:15:24 pm
(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-dance001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)  The drought has lifted!    (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-dance001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)



(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/42LV5500-2.jpg?t=1313064516)

LG 42" (106cm) FULL HD LED LCD SMART TV (which apparently you can hook the internet up to)

and

(http://gifts.myer.com.au/resources.ashx/Products/4910/MainImageZoomedOutFileName/8C6CA6D963349D5975C29BCA0979D28D/Sunbeam_DM3200_Sprinkles-big.jpg)

a sunbeam donut maker  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 11, 2011, 01:18:09 pm
CP.  - garden city, wow you had to cross the river, did you bring your lunch.....

I live 2 mins walk from garden city, always happy to do coffee there.
 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 11, 2011, 01:18:23 pm
Wow,you sure know how to break a drought. Looks great. Have you seen the donut machine recipe on here
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 11, 2011, 01:20:01 pm
It was only a matter of time maddy - a donut maker made just for you - they must have seen you coming. I know, you went for the donut maker and came home with the TV as well  ;) 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 11, 2011, 01:21:05 pm
Pasta drying, i did thst once, had the house decorated with pasta coathangers, they went all crusty, dont dry anymore

HH
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 11, 2011, 01:23:24 pm
In our first house, i went out one sat morning to buy milk and bread, i bought a huge painting and brought the artist home to meet DH. Just a standard thng in my life..

HH
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 11, 2011, 01:23:38 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on August 11, 2011, 01:18:23 pm
Wow,you sure know how to break a drought. Looks great. Have you seen the donut machine recipe on here

LOL.....well the t.v. wasn't by choice  :-))
Our previous LCD lasted 1 month after the 12 month warranty!......luckily I had paid $90 for extended warranty of 5 years.
Long story short, it couldn't be fixed, so got my money back and  upgraded to a better one and paid the difference.....and purchased extra warranty again  ;)

No, I haven't seen the doughnut machine recipe  8) will have a look......thanks bedlam.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 11, 2011, 01:30:07 pm
I would never buy a TV without the extended warranty - they have a habit of doing just what yours did.
Mind you, sometimes a nice letter to the manufacturer can work too.  My stainless steel kettle went all rusty around about 1 year old but by the time I got around to doing anything about it, it was out of warranty.  I sent a photo to the manufacturer to show them how bad it was and the bottom line was that they asked for it to be sent back and I eventually received a brand new one.  I wasn't expecting it but it was pretty bad and should have lasted longer than that. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 11, 2011, 01:30:12 pm
I haven't made them yet but is Isi's recipe in the cakes section,mini donuts. Look good.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 11, 2011, 01:33:52 pm
I'm sure you'll see some doughnut photo's tomorrow  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 11, 2011, 01:35:24 pm
Love your photos
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 11, 2011, 09:10:37 pm
Love your photos too
H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on August 12, 2011, 04:37:32 am
 :D Maddy, i have a donut maker too. its about 2 years old.

My kids love them.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 12, 2011, 08:54:07 am
Quote from: maddy on August 11, 2011, 01:33:52 pm
I'm sure you'll see some doughnut photo's tomorrow  ;)

Still waiting!   ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 12, 2011, 09:13:42 am
lol foodieprep...waiting much  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 12, 2011, 10:49:07 am
Just bought two thermie stickers....got them here (http://english.decotmx.com/)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 12, 2011, 10:55:29 am
Oo Frozzie,I like. Now to choose the  design.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 12, 2011, 11:25:48 am
lol yes ive seen them alot but decided to get some...i have a thing for butterflies can you tell  :P  so many designs to choose from though...all sorts even kids ones...saw a hello kitty one that my DD would love but pity for her its mummys thermie lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 12, 2011, 12:19:51 pm
Quote from: foodiepep on August 12, 2011, 08:54:07 am
Quote from: maddy on August 11, 2011, 01:33:52 pm
I'm sure you'll see some doughnut photo's tomorrow  ;)

Still waiting!   ;D

Couldn't make them today....I was a paddock taxi  :-))

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 12, 2011, 12:23:27 pm
haha now theres an aussi term 'a paddock taxi'...dont think many people would know what a paddock was...kind of like chooks too...knew some expats whose aussie kids were at a foreign school and only called chickens chooks lol anyway nobody understood what they meant...just too much aussie slang!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 13, 2011, 04:19:24 am
I have just downloaded Jamie Oliver ipad app. It has a few recipes that are free, then yiu can ourchase 10 recipes for 99cents. You can also link the recipe to a shopping list tht will go to your email iphone or ipad, so you know  what ingredients to buy.

I have puchased 1 lot for 99 cents, ig seems really good. Anyone else have it?

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on August 13, 2011, 04:23:44 am
Uh, I'm a paddock taxi every day! Generally, not even our own paddocks as DH is a spraying contractor and works on other people's farms.

Hally, I often go to Garden City to shop when I'm in Perth. I'm going to be there on Aug 31 as I have an appt. Would love to catch up for a coffee in the arvo. If any other Perthies are around, it would be great to have a get together. I may post a separate topic for this.

I haven't bought any kitchen stuff for a while. Another pair of summer shoes is all I've got online lately.

I wasn't too impressed with the mini spring form tins I bought. The pies were too hard to remove. The best pie tins are the ones that others have bought that are wider at the top than the base.

Maddie, I just like to live vicariously through your kitchen ware purchases!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 13, 2011, 05:34:40 am
Would love to catch up, wdnesdays  are early pick up though. :-\
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on August 13, 2011, 09:51:10 pm
Actually lovely Perthites Wednesdays just don't quite suit my schedule of late - ha. ha, ha  :D   :D   :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on August 14, 2011, 01:17:42 am
Quote from: johnro on August 13, 2011, 09:51:10 pm
Actually lovely Perthites Wednesdays just don't quite suit my schedule of late - ha. ha, ha  :D   :D   :D

:D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 14, 2011, 03:02:16 am
Well on Thursday I bought these knives from Aldi.

I've porised my Husband that I won't buy anymore knives.   :o

(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/W32_034_santoku_knives_PD.jpg)

The larger of the 2 knives is just the right size for the older kids to use when helping in the kitchen and the smaller is a good size for cutting small things like aples etc and for $7.99 for the set how could I resist.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 14, 2011, 03:03:35 am
Love the knives i am in desperate need of some new knives, and whatva cheap price.
H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 15, 2011, 09:08:24 am
surely someone has bought something today. 

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 15, 2011, 09:11:26 am
After seeing Maddy and johnros cup cakes,I bought a piping set with a 1m nozzle. Also found some lovely mugs with a tea infuser and lid for my French Earl grey tea I am addicted to these days.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 15, 2011, 09:32:43 am
Nothing exciting for us, but ds bought wii sports resort,  he has been saving for ages, then if he wanted 2 player i had to buy a motion plus as well.
Boring, but he s happy

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 15, 2011, 09:34:35 am
Quote from: foodiepep on August 14, 2011, 03:02:16 am
I've porised my Husband that I won't buy anymore knives.   :o

LOl....sure peps!  You do have a knife fetish don't you  :P


Quote from: foodiepep on August 15, 2011, 09:08:24 am
surely someone has bought something today. 

Not me.....I'm being good again  8)





Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 15, 2011, 09:38:19 am
Quote from: Bedlam on August 15, 2011, 09:11:26 am
After seeing Maddy and johnros cup cakes,I bought a piping set with a 1m nozzle.

bedlam have a look on utube for technique and decorating ideas (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYy2uiK6T94&feature=related), its very helpful.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 15, 2011, 09:42:28 am
Thanks for that. Gotta make the cupcakes first! And must read all today's post before I cook. Maybe I am more addicted to the forum than Thermie !
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 15, 2011, 10:44:23 am
Well this is no good.   I'm going to have to buy something to keep the thread alive.

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 15, 2011, 10:45:28 am
I brought a second bowl and Blade set today. I haven't received it but The money has come out of the bank. (Does this count?)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 15, 2011, 11:01:27 am
Yes Mandi, we don't need a photo of your purchase - we all know what it looks like.  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 15, 2011, 11:03:05 am
Quote from: judydawn on August 15, 2011, 11:01:27 am
Yes Mandi, we don't need a photo of your purchase - we all know what it looks like.  :D :D

 :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 15, 2011, 12:25:17 pm
(http://res0.graysonline.com/handlers/imagehandler.ashx?t=sh&id=282073&s=n&index=0&ts=634448364517100000)

It's not the same as the last one I got.  This one is the mirror image.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on August 16, 2011, 07:13:34 am
 :) Well  i went shopping today.

4 skirts for me, leather shoes that were $99 down to $15, kids  crocs  :-*shoes down to $4.95 each.
Then those silicon gloves for the oven, some more plastic containers, plates and cups for the kids.

great shopping day.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on August 16, 2011, 10:12:44 am
I just ordered a 2nd bowl too (http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13/KristieJenner/animated%20dancing/SnoopyDance.gif) - wish that I could add that it was on the markdowns table!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Afterall it is a change of season in my part of this vast country  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2011, 11:46:33 am
Hmm. What Have I bought lately. Some postcards and 3 tomatoes and a lettuce, here at Yulara. (Ayers Rock) Can't say I've found anything that I really want to have. I did see one opal brooch at coober Pedy but of course it was WAY OUT of my price range. DH tries to say I don't need anymore baubles but a girl can always have more.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 16, 2011, 11:59:33 am
Know what you mean Cookie.  DH wanted to buy me a necklet whilst we were in Sydney once and I saw a nice one in the window that would have done the trick.  So inside I go and ask the price - silly me, they don't put prices on things worth $30,000  :-)) :-))  I had to settle for something a whole heap less  :'( :'(  Proves I have good taste though  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 16, 2011, 01:04:50 pm
This is so much fun reading this thread, but I haven't bought anything exciting lately, even though I work in a shopping centre. I work at Garden City, so if there is a catch up soon, I would like to throw my hat in :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 16, 2011, 01:26:08 pm
Gosh Kezza, I'm at Garden City at least twice a week  :D and always up for a cuppa. Think I read that Meaganjane was heading up to GC sometime soon so a coffee together sound like a great idea.

PS I bought a Newwave 5 in 1 cooker yesterday. Used the pressure cooker function for a chicken curry last night.  It was very quick and a vast improvement on the boiled meat and white sauce that came out of my mother's pressure cooker. YUK!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 16, 2011, 02:50:55 pm
 With a little notice I could meet at garden city.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on August 16, 2011, 04:15:45 pm
Well I bought a roomba irobot vacuum cleaner on the weekend. DS has christened it Larry and sings a little song about being 'happy as Larry happy as Larry'.  :D I am more than happy with Larry. I can't add a photo so here is a link.
http://www.productreview.com.au/p/irobot-roomba-577.html
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 17, 2011, 12:02:35 am
Quote from: Very Happy Jan on August 16, 2011, 01:26:08 pm

PS I bought a Newwave 5 in 1 cooker yesterday. Used the pressure cooker function for a chicken curry last night.  It was very quick and a vast improvement on the boiled meat and white sauce that came out of my mother's pressure cooker. YUK!!

That's good to know Jan!  I wondered what these ones were like. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on August 17, 2011, 12:27:31 am
2 Dozen bottles of a Clare Valley riesling which has just received a score of 93 from James Halliday.  ;D ;D ;D
Happy dance!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on August 17, 2011, 12:41:05 am
Quote from: Very Happy Jan on August 16, 2011, 01:26:08 pm

PS I bought a Newwave 5 in 1 cooker yesterday. Used the pressure cooker function for a chicken curry last night.  It was very quick and a vast improvement on the boiled meat and white sauce that came out of my mother's pressure cooker. YUK!!

You will love the pc Jan. I haven't got the newwave cooker just a standard pc.  I wouldn't look at one for years thinking that they couldn't possibly do a very good job, but I've been so surprised, I love it.  There are some really good cookbooks out there too. Enjoy.  :D

I've ordered a lens for my camera and a good tripod.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 17, 2011, 01:32:25 am
The two best PC cook books IMO is the Womens Weekly and the Susan Gibbs one. You can now get the WW one from the supermarket for $13 and every recipe (especially the Osso Bucco) have been deeeeeeeeeeelicous.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 02:11:13 am
JulieO

I have been wondeirng how you are going with your new camera. We are in need of a really good camera to take to Hawaii, are you happy, is it easy to use, are the photos good.

Please let me know, my last camera was a disaster.
Thansk
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on August 17, 2011, 03:51:41 am
Hi Hally,
Yes I love my new camera, though I haven't had much chance to use it as I'm on Jury Duty for this month and have been going in and out of town a bit and haven't felt like doing too much yet, but I can see it is very good.  So much so that we bought another one so we could each have our own.  You can simply use the Auto setting and let the camera work out your settings for you, or you can experiment and set them manually for what it is you are shooting.  The photos are very clear and I am interested enough to want to learn what settings to use etc for using it manually.  Also you can buy so many different lenses, again for different things that you want to use your camera for, this is where it can get expensive, but if you just want a camera that takes good shots,(non dSLR) that isn't too expensive I really can't speak highly enough about my previous camera.  It's what I've been using to post on here.  It was a Canon S5iS (point and shoot) which will be outdated now but I'm sure there are newer models out that are the same.  A very good, all rounder for sure.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 04:05:23 am
Sounds great JulieO please could yiu pm me make, model etc

Thanks
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 04:28:35 am
Naughty naughty Hally
I went to dj's to look at Donna hay mugs. Well they have 30% off china if you spend more than $50.

I ended up buying 3 Donna hay tea towels and then.......
1 x 20 piece Gordon ramsay dinner set maze blue, 2 square 25cms roasting dishes and 1 large rectangle roasting dish all at 30% off. Love the shape of the plates, circular, great for casseroles, curries, lamb shanks and anything with a jus. Going to buy 4 more dinner plates a s 4 more bowls before the 30% off finishes in 21st.

Then bought a wooden. Chopping board, as the wood matches out floor, its so cool.

Should have gone to the gym, but never mind


Happy Hally :D
Thinking out the storage, have heaps now, all my alfresco drawers are empty, so put lots of large platters and salad bowls outside, so. Ow i have lots of room. Poor DH he will shake his head and ask if we really need 5 dinner sets.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Deeau on August 17, 2011, 05:30:11 am
Quote
PS I bought a Newwave 5 in 1 cooker yesterday.
You people are a bad influence.... never heard of this till a few minutes ago and now I think I need one to go with my TM !
I already have a new small crockpot and a very old ( with botton starting to show cracking ) large crockpot, I think this would be an excellent replacement for the large crockpot. I often think that it would be great to do the steamed veg or rice at the same time the TM  is cooking ( when I have no room for a basket or not on Varoma temp of course )
Can you tell me if the insert is like a non- stick frypan ( I have never been fussed on non- stick stuff rather have  stainless ) the recipes for this 5 in 1 seem to give options for PC or Crock times, is say a casserole just as tender PCed as it would be after cooking all day ?
Anything else you can tell me about it ? I noticed there is also a Breville one but it doesn't seem to have a delay timer like the Newwave?

Daneen

PS while I am posting to the shopping thread I am off to the US ( from Australia ) in a few weeks for a month, are there any "must have " cooking accessories anyone has purchased from there. I will be getting cookie scoops, and a tortilla press, two things that I have wanted for ages but could never justify the shipping charges.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on August 17, 2011, 06:06:21 am
Hally - of course you need 5 dinner sets!  Nobody can eat of the same plates everyday.  I often just buy dinner plates and not the whole dinner set (as they are easier to sneak in - my partner has given up asking if these plates are new and if he's ever seen them before  :) :))

Deeau - I don't have a Newwave 5 in 1 so can't answer your questions, but I know Kitchenware direct have them & there is plenty of details, reviews, questions on their site that might help.  They do look good, but as I already have 2 slow cookers, an electric pressure cooker and a rice cooker, I doubt if even I could justify purchasing one!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: katesjoy on August 17, 2011, 06:27:53 am
You have all been a very bad influence on me!  Have gotten a couple of very nice bundles of mail recently, prompted by some of the things you have all bought and have just returned from my favourite kitchen shop with still more. Egad, thank god it's pay week.  Oh and l bought a second bowl for thermie .... maybe l should be doing some overtime!
(http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab229/katesjoy/shoppingsplurge2.gif?t=1313559850)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nay-nay on August 17, 2011, 06:57:09 am
I agree it's all very naughty but I have been hanging out to post something on here! Now I just can't keep up with this very fast moving thread so am unsure if these have been mentioned yet. - Mouth blown - Double Walled Glasses. Like the Bodum brand but I have been getting this brand  (http://www.avancer.com.au/geminus-double-wall-glass-set-of-8.html) (for all my rellies anniversaries and weddings that are coming up) as it is a little cheaper but same good quality. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 07:10:35 am
JulieO thank yiu so much... Vwry much appreciated. I will go to a camera store.

Thanks again
hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 07:16:11 am
KatieJ

I love my new dinner set, am going to get the 2nd box too, 4 plates are not enough, thought about buying separately but decided to look at the set, only $23 more for the tea cups ans saucers. The tea cups are wide and great for soups and desserts too.

Nw i have to ditch the boxes, thats the hardest part...

Hally :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 17, 2011, 07:30:08 am
Quote from: Hally on August 17, 2011, 07:16:11 am

Nw i have to ditch the boxes, thats the hardest part...

Hally :)

LOL.....thank god I'm not the only one who hoards the boxes  ???  why is that I wonder?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 08:11:25 am
Lol yes Maddy me too, they are going in my boot for a few days.

I have ordered the 2nd dinner set, it takes up to 1 week to deliver from store to store in perth....

So pleased i had so much pace in our alfresco kitchen, lots of room for the 2nd dinner set  inside now.

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 17, 2011, 08:25:03 am
hally i also have a similar model to julieO...the canon sLR 550D...i think any camera in that range is a fantastic camera and it will depend on the lens you take....the lens that comes with it if you take that package is fairly limited...but fantasic photos and you can put it on auto until you figure out how to work it all!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 17, 2011, 08:35:53 am
I have a Pentax DSLR that I have had for 8 years now and I love it. The SLR's a brilliant cameras. Although I dont use it as much as I used to, I seem to be using the camera on my iPhone more. I guess I have always got my phone with me so its easier.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on August 17, 2011, 10:09:07 am
Well today I spashed out and purchased myself a screen to use externally on my laptop (a whole 22" of it) WOW everything looks so big now lol

Also got myself a new set of speakers, back up drives x 2, wireless keyboard and mouse  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 17, 2011, 10:39:33 am
Can't say we are not all attempting to keep the economy of our respective country (and others) afloat. Great shopping everyone.
Last night I ordered the Cheeki mug courtesy of fooodiprep's post.

Deeay: The Newwave 5 in 1 cooker does not have a stainless steel insert. It is more like a a non stick one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 11:32:04 am
Yes we woud all be sad if our fellow aussies had no job, but love to see everyone still in employment.

Showed dh new dinner set, i am just so clever lol, one set which  we use nearly every day has started to look like crazy paving, told him it must be about to break, so we needed a new one and how lucky was i they were on sale. He is happy and so am i. He did ask me what i threw out to make space, and i said nothung, as its all outside. So we are all happy campers. Gosh I am good, LOL.

Now working on bowl and blades ;D :D ;)

Happy Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 17, 2011, 11:37:49 am
Jan, I would love to meet over a cuppa and anyone else as well.  Not sure how to post personal messages on here though.  Also, wanted to let everyone know that WA Hospital Supplies is offering Le Crueset 28cm pot with a 20cm pot thrown in for free for $299.00.  This is a really good offer and if you order online use the code LC.  Delivery fee is $12.00 or you can pick up.  No red available though!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 17, 2011, 11:49:07 am
Kezza,

Thank you so  much, have been waiting for a long time for a good deal. Any colour is fine by me, wil have a look.

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 17, 2011, 11:55:51 am
Quote from: kezza on August 17, 2011, 11:37:49 am
Not sure how to post personal messages on here though. 
Kezza, click on the forum name of whomever it is you want to send a pm to, that will take you into their profile. Scroll down to the bottom and click on 'send this member a personal message'.  A little box will come up, type your message in there and then click on 'send message' at the bottom. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 17, 2011, 01:45:51 pm
Quote from: kezza on August 17, 2011, 11:37:49 am
Jan, I would love to meet over a cuppa and anyone else as well. 
Sounds like another get together in the making.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nay-nay on August 18, 2011, 12:44:44 am
Quote from: Hally on August 17, 2011, 11:49:07 am
Kezza,

Thank you so  much, have been waiting for a long time for a good deal. Any colour is fine by me, wil have a look.

Hally
Oh yeah!! Me too! Thanks Kezza!  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 18, 2011, 06:32:47 am
Maybe we need a separate posting like Judy had, "who would like to meet a garden city"
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 18, 2011, 09:59:58 am
Have ordered carribean blue Le Creuset, naughty naughty naughty, still saving for bowl and blades. Put this on dh cc.ha hah lol
Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 18, 2011, 12:20:27 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on August 18, 2011, 06:32:47 am
Maybe we need a separate posting like Judy had, "who would like to meet a garden city"

this is the last thread from our last get together (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=1510.300)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 18, 2011, 12:30:49 pm
CP63 I clicked on the thread and it advised that it was 120 days old and we should start another one!  So how do we do that?  JD thanks for your advice on the PM's.  Hally, I am pleased you were able to pick up a bargain.  I have always wanted one Le Creuset pot, so I am stoked that I am getting 2.  I went for the white because the red was not available.   Another question, how do you highlight what you are referring to in previous posts in your new post? Gosh, I feel like a dinosaur ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 18, 2011, 12:32:29 pm
Oh dear, I think I have just realised the answer to my own question.  Do you click on New Post :-[
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 18, 2011, 12:39:56 pm
don't worry about that red warning if you want to reply or make a comment where this comes up, just reply as normal. its merely pointing out that its an OLD topic.  when you want to quote something that someone has said, go to their post and on the right hand side it says "quote", everything they have said will come up and you just delete the part of their post that you don't want to quote. the you move the cursor out of the quotable brackets and make your own comment.  If you want to make a word bold, italicized, underlined, or struck through just highlight the word/s first and then click either B, I, U, S above the smiley face icons.Hope thats an easy enough explanation kezza?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 01:01:29 pm
Quote from: Very Happy Jan on August 17, 2011, 10:39:33 am

Last night I ordered the Cheeki mug courtesy of fooodiprep's post.

Just  so you know....my name is Pepita hence everyone calls me Pep not Prep.   ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on August 18, 2011, 01:10:25 pm
I went to school with a girl called Pepita :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 18, 2011, 01:43:57 pm
Quote from: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 01:01:29 pm

Just  so you know....my name is Pepita hence everyone calls me Pep not Prep.   ;)
So sorry Foodiepep- I didn't check what I typed
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 09:55:15 pm
Quote from: Meagan on August 18, 2011, 01:10:25 pm
I went to school with a girl called Pepita :)

Well I went to school with a girl called Meagan.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 19, 2011, 12:20:44 am
Quote from: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 09:55:15 pm
Quote from: Meagan on August 18, 2011, 01:10:25 pm
I went to school with a girl called Pepita :)

Well I went to school with a girl called Meagan.  ;D

LOL


I have just bought 2 croquette extruders from Belgium......1 for my Dad for Fathers Day, and 1 for me  ;D

(http://www.keukenlust.be/images/other/kroketmachine-320x320.jpg)

My Dad & his Sister make the best Dutch beef croquettes, and now I'm going to learn their treasured recipe.
I do know that they cook the beef first in a pressure cooker......which I really cannot find space for,  if I bought one.
Think I'll just borrow my Dads for now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on August 19, 2011, 02:19:25 am
What an interesting contraption Maddy.  I guess it could be used for sausage roll filling too. Wonder how it would go shaping the pastry for choc eclairs as well?  It would be good if it could be used for other uses too. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 19, 2011, 02:43:33 am
I'm sure maddy will come up with other uses for it Julie - we we see them in 'what are you cooking today'  ;)
Looks good and such a time saver.
Meagan & Pepita - I'm sure you must know each other  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on August 19, 2011, 03:49:15 pm
Quote from: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 09:55:15 pm
Quote from: Meagan on August 18, 2011, 01:10:25 pm
I went to school with a girl called Pepita :)

Well I went to school with a girl called Meagan.  ;D

How funny!! St H's??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 19, 2011, 04:18:08 pm
Oh comon - was that St Hildas or St Mergutrude, or some other nun we have left out
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on August 19, 2011, 06:38:39 pm
Quote from: maddy on August 19, 2011, 12:20:44 am
Quote from: foodiepep on August 18, 2011, 09:55:15 pm
Quote from: Meagan on August 18, 2011, 01:10:25 pm
I went to school with a girl called Pepita :)


LOL

I have just bought 2 croquette extruders from Belgium......1 for my Dad for Fathers Day, and 1 for me  ;D

(http://www.keukenlust.be/images/other/kroketmachine-320x320.jpg)




I want one!   This is MY kind of gadget.   Unfortunately, I don't think they are yet available in the U.S. 

I see being able to make my version of "Tater Tots" if I had one of these.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 20, 2011, 09:50:45 am
Quote from: andiesenji on August 19, 2011, 06:38:39 pm

I want one!   This is MY kind of gadget.   Unfortunately, I don't think they are yet available in the U.S. 

I see being able to make my version of "Tater Tots" if I had one of these.


Andie......here is the link to it if your interested  Millecroquettes Croquettes Machine (http://www.keukenlust.be/other-millecroquettes-kroketmachine-p-8860.html)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on August 20, 2011, 03:54:26 pm
Thanks Maddy.  I do appreciate it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 22, 2011, 03:02:06 am
SO BUSTED......
we have a po box.  DH checked it this morning, i get a phone call...... Theres a package here for you, its big and very heavy, are you sure its for us, what on earth have you ordered, well its the Le Creuset pots, of course there heavy they are good quality. What pots, you know the ones i put on your credit card, long pause.... which credit card, mmmm the one i keep in my wallet for just in case.

Anyway i then tried to push my luck a but further i aksed if he would like to drop them home, told no i could wait until this evening. Of course then came the question how much.... Well you get one free, sinks in how much in Myer,  oh way more.... Good, so a good price, and yes one freeeee.

Now he is expecting amazing food baked in the oven from these, so i better start googling.

Hally ;D :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2011, 03:25:37 am
tell him to keep working Hally  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 22, 2011, 05:19:39 am
LOL Hally  :D
Yes, that can happen.  Just explain it away as you ultimately bought it for him, to help nourish and to keep cooking  him beautiful meals  ;) and also remember the sneaky shopper's rule......QUOTE 50% LESS THAN IT ACTUALLY COST!  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 22, 2011, 05:25:28 am
Oh Hally your so funny. I had a good laugh reading that. So what are you going to cook?  Better make a dessert as well to sweeten him up lol.
And maddy I love how you work ( 50% cheaper) I will have to remember that one. What they don't know won't hurt them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on August 22, 2011, 05:30:06 am
It works very similarly in our house too.  Less information about prices is sometimes more.  Every month, Ed say "We have no money".  Every month I say "I never buy ANYTHING!" To go with my new Thermie, I did purchase on Saturday a wonderful non stick pizza pan with little holes cut out on its underside.  It came with German instructions which I promptly through away, as I am reading all my Thermomix ones in German!!! (Enough is enough, right?)  And the pizza was so crisp and fabulous.  No doubt you have all been using these for years but as I am new to pizza making, it seemed like a revelation!!

xxx
 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 22, 2011, 05:36:50 am
Quote from: leesmac78 on August 22, 2011, 05:30:06 am
Every month, Ed say "We have no money".  Every month I say "I never buy ANYTHING!"

LOL......we must be related Lee!   8)
 I quote 50% off any figure in an instant  ;D  you have to give your answer quickly people, or it's an obvious tale!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 22, 2011, 06:35:07 am
Cp yep i think DH realises that he will have to work, just feeding him healthier food so he lives longer...

Maddy, Hard to quote 50% less when its on his credit card, wondering the cc will disappear from my wallet he does move it backwards and forwards from time to time.

I was hoping to pick up boxes, cook someting and then let it slip, he never checks po box, thats my job, well used to be....

Dede, not sure  been busy in TM, he did love the chocate mouse, so maybe another one with baileys in it, but this time put it in the Le Creuset and say..... See the flavour is so much better! LOL.  ;D might work, you never know

Leesmac78, instructions, what instructions....they never come with goods in our house.

Oh dear Leesmac now you have the TM, the shopping will get worse, you see, you want, you buy.
Dont worry about the money, DH is always telling me i will send us broke, my reply is well we can always sell something...

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 22, 2011, 06:59:55 am
Hally I agree, when I bought Thermie I thought It would be my gadget buying cure. Little did I know the "bad" influence on here. Now contemplating a vacumn sealer and food dehydrater. Yes lee, purchased 2 of those hokey pizza trays. Lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 22, 2011, 08:40:25 am
Im sure every dh winges about their partners spending and blâmes them for going broke (always an exaggeration)....water off a ducks back lol!!  Dh blâmes me even when im good and dont spend so why bother being good  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on August 22, 2011, 10:40:01 am
I bought my dehydrator today  ;D ;D ;D  (well it is paid for and on back order!!) and DH promptly told me when I messaged him to let him know that we now need a vacuum sealer to go with it so we can seal it all up to keep easier and also marinade his meat for jerky faster - nope not me that spends in this house  :P :P  ;D ;D gotta love him!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on August 22, 2011, 11:24:23 am
Faffa and Bedlam if you buy a vacuum sealer let me know which one you get please or do you have any links to any?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on August 22, 2011, 11:31:03 am
Yvette, we have had a sunbeam for quite a few years and it is really good.  Faffa and Bedlam you can buy bags for selaers at Master Butchers in Canning Vale. If you're ever going there give me a hi. (when I get home anyway.)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on August 22, 2011, 12:23:44 pm
Went shopping in town today as I felt like a little retail therapy - but didn't buy anything!
Just made up for that by buying a vacuum sealer on Ebay!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on August 22, 2011, 10:35:29 pm
Thanks Cookie, let me know how your seales goes Amanda when you receive it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Deeau on August 23, 2011, 12:46:42 am
I have the sunbeam Vacuum sealer, I have been wanting it to die for years so I can get a different one, I use mine all the time to reseal things and it is so noisey and has to go through the whole vacuum process even if you only want to seal. My family complains all the time about the noise of the BRRRRPPPPP machine. There is a place in QLD that I have looked at that has a more commercial type machine that will vacuum and seal or just seal, not too badly priced but I can't seem to find the link right now.
Dee
PS I have something to contribute to the shopping thread, I recieved the Newwave 5 in 1 cooker yesterday, ( read about it on here), I cooked Beef Rendang from the EDC in it last night, did the sauce in the TM then transfered to the the pressure cooker. ( not sure if thats logical or not ) BUT it did cook beautifully  ( nicer then the TM cooked one ) in 35 minutes and gave me the option to make some choc-chip cupcakes then cook the rice and the vegies in the TM and Varoma, all while the Beef was cooking, the clean up was virtually no different that if I had used the Thermoserver.
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Post by: maddy on August 23, 2011, 05:14:51 am
I have cut my magazine purchases considerably! (house & decorating ones)......still a sucker for the cooking ones though  :P
So I only allow myself 2 U.S. magazines I adore.

Picked up my monthly copy of Romantic homes

(http://comejunkwithus.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Romantic-Homes-Flea-Market-Mag1.jpg)

and the quarterly copy of Romantic Country

(http://tweetyjill.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/romantic-country-fall-2011.jpg?w=538&h=728)

............now off to make a latte and drool!
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Post by: leesmac78 on August 23, 2011, 05:18:34 am
Being a former TUpperware sales "man" and having a house literally completely full of all things Tupperware, why would I need a vacuum sealer?  I have seen them but strangely never desired one. I imagine that I could do everything in Tupperware and re use and recycle the containers.   Would love to know more...

xxx

 ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on August 23, 2011, 06:05:33 am
for us it is space... I have a pantry FULL of Tupperware (yep my sales lady loved me for years!!!) but I still run out of containers. There are 7 of us in a very small 4 bedroom house so space is at a premium here. I want it more for things I dehydrate or things I use rarely that I can seal up and store and then leave the Tupperware for other uses.

DH on the other hand wants it purely so that is meat for jerky marinades faster and better  :-)) :-))
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2011, 12:19:02 pm
"Love my way" dvd box set.

(http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/productimages/MEDIUM/R-108611-9.jpg)

I adore Aussie series, and I really enjoyed this one!.......not for the prudish though  :P
Claudia Karvan is brilliant!
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Post by: medusa on August 24, 2011, 12:41:43 pm
Loved loved loved "love my way" so awesome.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 24, 2011, 12:58:48 pm
ah have never heard of that series...im guessing its aired in oz only..will have to check it out!  For me its just been birthday bits and pieces for DSs party in a week and a half...other than that ive been very good oh and got some things for his bedroom..rocket wall stickers etc, some nail decor bits and pieces for me  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 24, 2011, 01:24:53 pm
don't worry frozzie, I have never heard of it either, but will look into it tomoz
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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2011, 01:49:06 pm
Had a more leisurely weekly shop today and that always means I find more things in Foodland to buy.  A few books to take to bed with me, the Slow cooker will end up with DD2 and I might get around to converting some WW recipes for those watching their diet on here.
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Post by: Amanda on August 24, 2011, 01:58:44 pm
Pricey dog purchases today.
Our wolfhound is going through beds at a rapid rate - 68kg of dog flopping on anything is going to test it - so have just bought her best dog bed and mattress I could find!
thanks God she is past the chewing stage! :o
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Post by: Frozzie on August 24, 2011, 06:37:36 pm
oh i hate the chewing stage...our second pup chews everything hanging around and my DD loves leaving her shoes outside....for the moment no new shoes thank goodness but I know its going to happen :(

and CP good to know but I did give up a while ago on series and even films as friends used to say you have to see this or that and I would go looking for it only to find its not available here or for films they wouldnt be out for quite a few months yet if at all...also they like to rename films even sometimes in english so its rarely the same name than it is in oz....we see alot of films on our trips to and from oz and the films are new releases so sometimes months later in France we go to see some new film only to find we already saw it under some other name lol...can be frustrating  :-))
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Post by: maddy on August 25, 2011, 12:52:03 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 24, 2011, 12:58:48 pm
ah have never heard of that series...im guessing its aired in oz only..will have to check it out! 

It first aired on Foxtel (pay t.v. here), then was replayed on free to air.  I guess it depends if it was sold overseas?.
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Post by: dede on August 25, 2011, 06:30:54 am
I just brought my self a Bosch compact saw and stand (Nothing to do with cooking I know) Although I could cut cakes with it lol.

Oh and I also brought a Pizza stone.
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2011, 06:38:25 am
 :D :D :D  I can just see you using that dede - tie those saggy boobs back first though  ;) ;)
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Post by: dede on August 25, 2011, 06:42:00 am
(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-laughing014.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
That made me laugh Judy, My DD calls me saggy boobs because of my facbook and Forum picture. Might have to wear a boob tube to keep them under control. I was more worried about my fingers.
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Post by: Halex on August 25, 2011, 07:07:30 am
Oh my goodness Dede, i wouldnt know where to start, which end chops, cuts or watever or even how to turn it on!!

Go Girl with your new machine, treat it kindly it looks aggresive.

H :D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on August 25, 2011, 07:14:08 am
You know what they say about men and there sheds and tools, well in this family it women and my shed and tools. I just love going to the hardware. Cant wait till my new shed is finished. It will be a workshop with a womans touch (Clean and organized)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on August 25, 2011, 07:54:58 am
I bought a cookie press, can you use any cookie recipe?
ciao
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Post by: Frozzie on August 25, 2011, 08:39:51 am
lmao jd....you crack me up  :D :D :D :D
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Post by: Halex on August 25, 2011, 09:15:15 am
Just poped into Kitchen Warehouse, on the Le Creset website, there is. Special for19cms pie dishes $20 usually $40, so just bought one ;D ;D happy camper

H
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Post by: jeninwa on August 26, 2011, 11:03:50 am
I have been on a shopping spree this week not cooking related more to relax in after a hard day in the kitchen lol
2 black leather couches one of the couches  has electric recliners, a 40" TV and a new entertainment unit for the TV.
Have to wait for the lounges to be made a couple of months, brought the TV home with me and the entertainment unit will be delivered on Monday.
Not sure how to post pictures from internet sites or if you can.
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Post by: Katiej on August 26, 2011, 12:56:08 pm
Popped into Dymocks today for a gift voucher for my nephews birthday, couldn't resist a couple of books for myself!

Matthew Evans, The Real Food Companion - I've been resisting buying it, but today it was half price, yay!

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2011, 01:26:32 pm
DH and me both needed a holiday so I booked 2 tix to Bali  ;D oh joy!
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on August 26, 2011, 01:30:55 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2011, 01:26:32 pm
DH and me both needed a holiday so I booked 2 tix to Bali  ;D oh joy!

Top notch shopping CP63.  :D :D When are you going and where are you staying?

I have booked for Phuket in July next year. Such an long time away but guess it will roll around eventually.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 26, 2011, 11:16:02 pm
Cp, you will have a lovely time.
Try and do a cooking class.

Yay we are of to Hawaii next school holidays.

H
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Post by: johnro on August 26, 2011, 11:24:00 pm
Hawaii is a top destination - the 1st time we visited our three girls were quite young (lower primary school and they enjoyed visiting the historical sites as much as we did.  On 3rd visit last year DH and I did the island hopping staying at 2 of the islands with only a couple of days on Oahu).  Are you going in the upcoming Sept hols, Hally?  :D  :D
Cheers - Robyn
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Post by: Halex on August 26, 2011, 11:36:36 pm
Hi Robyn,

Yes next holidays which is october for us in perth. I am dreading the flights. Here to sydney, about 4 hours, then we have about 3 hours to hang around the airport, then approx 10 hours of flying.

We are all excited. Ds is 7 nearly 8, any ideas on trips and things to do. You can pm, please :)
Thanks
Hally
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Post by: Twitterpated on August 27, 2011, 12:07:08 am
Went to Phuket early this year VHJ. Went to a great cooking school and found the best elephant rides (there are plenty but most are just around local roads). Great shopping and atmosphere. Lots I would do again and some that have advised others not to bother with. Hope you have a great time.
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Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2011, 12:10:46 am
CP, that's really taking your strike to the limits - leaving the kids home to fend for themselves completely  ;)
You will have a great time, when are you going?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 27, 2011, 02:40:50 am
A cooking class sounds great! I will look into doing that. Going 16-26 Sept  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2011, 03:35:32 am
Excellent, not long to wait.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 27, 2011, 07:37:34 am
hally you wont need to worry about things for DS to do...we often do the 24 hr stint from paris to oz with our two and between the hostesses checking on them and giving them activity packs and snack packs and the movies, games etc on the individual screens its all good...they are pretty occupied...the rest of the time they sleep..this is on the international legs..domestic not at all the same!!

hawaii ive heard great things from everyone who has been there..;my parents have been a couple of times...thats our next big non oz trip...there is a fantastic cheap shopping center there too...i know a local navy guy who gave me some places to go when my parents went last time!

CP have a great time in Bali  :)
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Post by: Halex on August 27, 2011, 09:14:57 am
Yes sounds good Frozzie, please pm me anyrhung good.

Thanks

Hally
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2011, 11:38:15 am
I hope you all have fun on your holidays. I can highly recommend them. :D
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Post by: fundj&e on August 27, 2011, 12:41:03 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 27, 2011, 02:40:50 am
A cooking class sounds great! I will look into doing that. Going 16-26 Sept  ;D
Creampuff I use Putu for accommodation and tours he also does cooking tours and cooking classes
This is his facebook page. Putu Ria Agus Wirawan (Bali Holiday Organizer)
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Post by: Amanda on August 28, 2011, 04:57:08 am
I'm currently trying to resist buying this
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=1644036
Not sure how long I'll last, though.  :-))
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Post by: maddy on August 28, 2011, 05:09:37 am
Quote from: Amanda on August 28, 2011, 04:57:08 am
I'm currently trying to resist buying this
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=1644036
Not sure how long I'll last, though.  :-))

 :o that's $242.00 discount....nothing to resist I think Amanda   ;)
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Post by: dede on August 28, 2011, 05:12:08 am
I agree with Maddy, Go for it Amanda. (What a bargain)
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Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2011, 05:18:44 am
Have to agree, get it whilst it is at that price Amanda - go spoil yourself  :-*
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Post by: jeninwa on August 28, 2011, 07:57:37 am
have to agree with the others buy it.
I could be tempted to buy on too. Except I have been on one big shopping spree lately.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 28, 2011, 08:28:00 am
Quote from: Hally on August 27, 2011, 09:14:57 am
Yes sounds good Frozzie, please pm me anyrhung good.

Thanks

Hally

done hally  :)
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Post by: leesmac78 on August 28, 2011, 08:49:21 am
I ordered the EDC!!!  That would have to be the best possible purchase other than Thermie him/herself!

xxx

 ;D
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Post by: medusa on August 28, 2011, 10:26:00 am
Hally,

Just wondering if you could let me know how you are finding the royal doulton, Blue Maze set.  I have been tossing about buying the set for so long and have found them on special here

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=1651107

Is this a good price do you think?

Now how to work out how to get them in the house without DH noticing lol.

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Post by: leesmac78 on August 28, 2011, 10:43:55 am
Peters of Kensington is a wonderful store.  They post everything via Australia Post and it always arrives promptly.  Even better, if you are ever in Sydney is to go and spend the entire day wandering the floors of this most amazing store.  I purchased my two Villeroy and Boch dinnerware sets there and found it to be even cheaper than buying it here in Germany where it is made!!!  I doubt whether you would find it cheaper anywhere else.

Good luck,

xxx

 ;D
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Post by: Halex on August 28, 2011, 10:47:31 am
Medusa

The prcie is fantastic, davd jones sale $123, buy 2 sets, at that price.

Can you order on onlind and get delivery?

Used it today, the plates are great for liquid meals.

I am so loving mine :)

Hally
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Post by: medusa on August 28, 2011, 10:56:19 am
Yes, the delivery was cheapish to perth, ok will have to order now lol.  Thanks for the validation guys.
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Post by: leesmac78 on August 28, 2011, 11:31:33 am
I often wonder how David Jones and Myer ever sell anything, when Peter's of Kensington can sell it delivered to your door for such incredible savings.  Often you can buy two of whatever you want for the price of one anywhere else.  Before Thermie, I was obsessed with Scanpan Fusion 5 pots and pans, which are quite expensive in David Jones, even during Clearance times.  I was able to get two 4 setting dinnersets delivered less than the price of one at Myer.  Amazing, and always well worth a look.  They have all kinds of other kitchen gadgetry too!

xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 28, 2011, 11:34:56 am
Soooo shopping at Peters of Kensington, where are they. Dont even know but love them already.

BTW my 2 Le Creuset pots are absolutely fabulous.

H
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Post by: Frozzie on August 28, 2011, 11:37:30 am
Quote from: leesmac78 on August 28, 2011, 11:31:33 am
I often wonder how David Jones and Myer ever sell anything, when Peter's of Kensington can sell it delivered to your door for such incredible savings.  Often you can buy two of whatever you want for the price of one anywhere else.  Before Thermie, I was obsessed with Scanpan Fusion 5 pots and pans, which are quite expensive in David Jones, even during Clearance times.  I was able to get two 4 setting dinnersets delivered less than the price of one at Myer.  Amazing, and always well worth a look.  They have all kinds of other kitchen gadgetry too!

xxx

 ;D

lee my parents are always shopping at david jones and myer of late as they are having constant sales with heavy discounts...pretty much all year round...not the same as years ago  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 28, 2011, 11:58:23 am
Quote from: fundj on August 27, 2011, 12:41:03 pm

Creampuff I use Putu for accommodation and tours he also does cooking tours and cooking classes
This is his facebook page. Putu Ria Agus Wirawan (Bali Holiday Organizer)


I haven't researched him, but thank you so much I think this is something I will do. I have also heard you saying about vanilla pods - can I get them through this same contact?
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Post by: fundj&e on August 28, 2011, 12:21:37 pm
Creampuff i buy my vanilla pods at any supermarket  (fixed price)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 28, 2011, 12:25:48 pm
Quote from: fundj on August 28, 2011, 12:21:37 pm
Creampuff i buy my vanilla pods at any supermarket  (fixed price)

In Bali?? yeah, that is not a stupid request? anything else that we can bring back into oz no worries?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on August 28, 2011, 12:36:09 pm
I buy all of my herbs and spices in bali .must be commercial packed, and declared at customs
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Post by: leesmac78 on August 28, 2011, 07:21:06 pm
Peter is in Kensington, not far from Sydney city. No train there but there are buses running past the door.  I think it is Anzac Hwy.  I used to live in Sydney and would often spend a Saturday wandering the many aisles.  I even took myself there for my 28th Birthday and spoiled myself by purchasing my own birthday gifts.  What a treat to me!!!! After all, if you cannot spoil yourself.....

xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on August 29, 2011, 12:30:38 am
You always get just what you want when you buy your own birthday presents!

I love Peters of Kensington too and have lost count of the number of their boxes that have arrived for me in the post.  A lot of my Christmas shopping is done at PoK!  They post promptly and they pack anything breakable really well to ensure it arrives safely.

I dragged my partner to the store for an afternoon last year when we were in Sydney for holidays.  It is a beautiful store with so much to explore.  And a couple of months ago when my partner had been away for a week on his own, he arrived off the plane carrying a pink PofK shopping bag with a present for me...I was so excited :)  (Maybe just as excited to see the pink bag as I was to see him!)
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2011, 12:40:36 am
We won't tell him you said that Katie  ;)
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Post by: Amanda on August 29, 2011, 12:51:50 am
P of K is one place I always pay a visit to when in Sydney, although I use the online shop a lot too.
I've bought all of my Le Crueset from them and ,even with the postage, it is cheaper than I can get it here.
I've ordered that lovely red wok, but have no idea where I am going to store it - the cupboards are overflowing!
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2011, 12:55:02 am
Knew you would Amanda  :D :D
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Post by: medusa on August 31, 2011, 08:00:45 am
I brought one of these (http://www.bigw.com.au/media/BIGW/Product/300x300/7627392_0_9999_med_v1_m56577569830496732.jpg)
for $12.95 at matchbox.  Half Price.  I don't love red but for the price it had to do.

It is a thermos that can go in the microwave and keeps food hot (or cold) for hours.  It has a dividable bowl inside.
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Post by: judydawn on August 31, 2011, 08:03:19 am
Is it as big as it looks medusa, how many litres does it hold?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on August 31, 2011, 08:09:02 am
Judy, it holds 710mls so it  isn't huge but big enough for a meal.  What I like is that I can put rice on one side and curry etc on the other without it mixing. I should have brought another one for the hubby.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 31, 2011, 08:28:27 am
Boring today  :-\ a 15,000 km car service, and some prawns.......but I did talk my Mum into spending some of her money....I'm very good at that  ;)
I convinced her to get a gorgeous casual jacket at Myers, and shuttlecock pandora charm (1/2 gold, 1/2 silver).
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Post by: johnro on August 31, 2011, 01:53:46 pm
Have to agree with all comments re P of K only ever bought on line on many occasions.  However both KitchenwareDirect and Everten online are equally as great especially queries and customer service.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on September 01, 2011, 06:16:03 am
I also need to give a big thumbs up to Avancer, on line. I had a problem with a couple of my double walled glasses leaking. I queried it sent photos and before you knew it I had replacements in the mail. Nice to see service like that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 01, 2011, 09:38:37 am
It's my girls 14th Birthday on Fathers Day.....and finally I got an answer on what presents she would like.
My girl is certainly not a typical teenager......her only requests were books and the new sims game  :o
She has no interest in clothes, jewellery, or anything girly at all!......(the complete opposite of me  :P)
......I really am lucky though, it makes life sooooo much easier  ;)

Her love of literature is quite unbelievable (and I am such a proud Mama, as she's writing her own novel......which I really hope will interest a publisher  8)).
Anyway, I picked up her wish list

(http://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/images/Hg--jacket-330.jpg)

(http://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/images/Catching_fire_c-330.jpg)

(http://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/images/Mockingjaycover-330.jpg)

She already has read and downloaded them on her kindle, but loved them so much she wanted the paperback versions

and another extension to her favourite game

(http://www.geeksailor.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/The-Sims-Medieval-Pirates-and-Nobles-Mac-_-300x421.jpg)

......will give her some cash too I think......I have no idea what else she would like  ???
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Post by: Yvette on September 01, 2011, 10:28:03 am
Hope she enjoys her presents Maddy and how great she is writing a novel, hope it gets published :)
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2011, 10:38:45 am
Guess she doesn't like pink either maddy  ;)  You've done well there, kids are so hard to buy for these days.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 01, 2011, 10:45:23 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 01, 2011, 10:38:45 am
Guess she doesn't like pink either maddy  ;)  

LOL......Absolutely despises pink!.....which unfortunately for her, she is surrounded  by it  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2011, 11:32:47 am
She sounds lovely Maddy. Many years ago my DD would have requested the same. Now it is mainly books. She's outgrown the games. She even has her own book blog now and seems to get rather a lot of free and /or pre release books to read. this is combined with working full time and studying.

We are all very proud of oour DD's no matter what. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to yours Maddy.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 01, 2011, 12:31:12 pm
I think she would probably like a pony  ;)
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Post by: Amanda on September 01, 2011, 12:39:55 pm
 :D :D
And a puppy!

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 01, 2011, 12:31:12 pm
I think she would probably like a pony  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bonsai on September 01, 2011, 12:43:10 pm
Ordered Claudia Roden's "The Food of Spain" - I love Spanish food and Claudia writes such wonderful books - a lot of background info and history as well as recipes. Recipe measurements are not metric but not a big bother.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 01, 2011, 12:45:11 pm
LOL.....we already have 5 dogs, and a big fat NO to a pony/ = money pit!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 01, 2011, 03:33:34 pm
Not even a pretty PINK pony? (need fluttering eyelashes emoticon now...)
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Post by: Amanda on September 02, 2011, 01:15:22 am
I'm off to buy myself a birthday pressie today.
The Husband did a major birthday fail this year by simply stopping by the Chanel counter on the way home the day before and buying me a bottle of No. 5.   I don't like No. 5.   >:(
I've mentioned this before, when he has done this, but have loyally worn it instead of the Chanel Coco which is my favourite and has been for 20 years - something he has obviously failed to notice.
This year I have decided NOT to wear a perfume I dislike for months on end until I use it all up and instead am taking it back.  :o
I already have 3/4 of a bottle of Coco, but I'm pretty sure I will be able to find something else at the Chanel counter to spend the not insubstantial amount of money on!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 02, 2011, 01:24:29 am
.......and that's why I buy my own presents too Amanda  :P
 Chanel Allure is lovely!.....have you sniffed that one?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on September 02, 2011, 01:32:28 am
Thanks to spring, my sinuses are stuffed to the gunwales today, Maddy, so probably not the best day to select a new perfume.  :(
I intend getting me some other Coco products to "layer the scent" as those ladies say - and whatever else I damn well feel like!

Quote from: maddy on September 02, 2011, 01:24:29 am
.......and that's why I buy my own presents too Amanda  :P
 Chanel Allure is lovely!.....have you sniffed that one?
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 02, 2011, 01:57:26 am
As they say in America ... "you go girl!!!" - or at least I THINK they say it in America - according to a trashy novel I once read they certainly said it!!!!

Hope you had / have a great birthday.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2011, 02:30:13 am
Men have no idea generally what us girls like so if you don't nip it in the bud now Amanda, you will probably get another bottle next year  :D :D  DH & I long gave up giving each other presents, firstly he can't get out to get me anything (did order flowers for me for a long time but then I tired of that) unless I take him and he is the hardest person in the world to buy for.  Nowadays, if we want something we just get it and don't bother with birthdays or Christmas either. We just go out for a meal on birthdays, anniversaries or whenever we feel like it.

I have just ordered a replacement security system - ours was 19 years old and gave up the ghost last week.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2011, 02:50:57 am
Quote from: Amanda on September 02, 2011, 01:15:22 am
I don't like No. 5.   >:(

My favourite perfume is the Allure, then the Madamoiselle (in white box). I hate No. 5 as well and have feigned delight in receiving a big bottle for Christmas. So well acted in fact that I received another bottle for my birthday 6 months later... :'(
Mecca have this gorgeous perfume that I have my eye on that reacts with the chemicals in your body so on each person it smells different. I go wild in that shop  :-))
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Post by: obbie on September 02, 2011, 03:47:57 am
Amanda, grab some body cream, body lotion, sometimes they have soaps too, so you can layer the scent on.
I love Coco too.

Robyn
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Post by: Bedlam on September 02, 2011, 04:05:33 am
Happy birthday Amanda, we all understand your frustration. I always try and appreciate a gift but it doesn't help if it is then repeated. My husbands always laughs about the year he "tried" to buy clothes for me, I can't even buy clothes for me! Needless to say they all went back...funny he hasn't tried that again.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on September 02, 2011, 05:07:37 am
Happy Birthday Amanda.

Maddy- The Hunger Games series are great books for teenagers - DS1 loved them.
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Post by: Amanda on September 02, 2011, 06:12:06 am
I now have the complete ensemble of Coco products - soap, body creme and the shower gel which isn't actually released until Sunday.  You'll be able to smell me coming for blocks!  :D :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on September 02, 2011, 07:13:54 am
hope you had a nice day anyway way (belated happy bday) even though your sinuses are blocked and hubby bought you something you hate lol.. you got what you wanted in the end though so all is well that ends well!!

i have alot of different perfumes but at the moment my fav is Beauty by calvin klein..ive even had people come up to me in the shops and ask me what it is lol!  Last time i bought some face products at the perfumery, one of the samples was a PRADA perfume ad it was qutie nice too...also have bright cristal by versace, parisienne by YSL and and and lol can you tell i like to change it up!

I find most perfumes smell different on everyone...i have girlfriends that can love one of my perfumes, try it on themselves and the reaction with their skin isnt the same !

preparing for DS party tomorrow...so lots and lots of bday stuff bought from giveaway pressies to some games, frames and glue and serviettes to make spiderman frames, face paint, cardboard and pens to make a glitzy spider web for pin spidey on his web lol and so much more..oh and received my Miette book plus two other cupcake decorating books..so much to do, cooking, decorating etc ready for big day tomorrow and need to run out to go check to see if the lists are up for the new classes at the kids schools...run run run !! lol
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Post by: andiesenji on September 02, 2011, 07:27:25 am
My all-time favorite perfume/cologne is  Ambush.  I've loved it since I was in my 20s.   I've always liked spicy, woody scents and my second choice for years was K L but it is no longer available in the form I like it (solid).  I still have some Emeraude given to me years ago and it is also one of the woodsy, oriental type scents.  
I've never really cared much for the high end perfumes and most that were given as gifts were passed on to family and friends who liked them.
The only expensive one I have now is Elixir Des Merveiles Perfume by Hermes, because it has that spicy, oriental scent I prefer.  It too was a gift from a friend who gives extravagant gifts in return for negligible favors.  Always makes me feel guilty for just giving some of my homemade goodies.  
Most of my friends have stopped giving me scents because I think they have gotten the message that I rarely wear them.  
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 02, 2011, 08:25:37 am
After my near disaster this week cooking, I have ordered this so I can't forget what's in the oven :-))
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Polder-898-90-Clock-Timer-Stopwatch/dp/B00004S4U7/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1314948128&sr=8-3
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on September 02, 2011, 08:27:31 am
Happy Birthday to all.  
Maddy what a wonderful daughter.  Enjoy every minute of her.

My favorite perfume , at the moment, is almost anything from Jo Malone.  Although I did visit Penheligon while in London and bought some perfume.  Yes , I do like No 5,  and have worn it for years,  Must be the age ;D ;D ;D

Utmost luxury is soap by Jo Malone.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2011, 09:06:49 am
Thats a great purchase, I've wanted that timer too CC but for some silly reason they won't ship to Aus  >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on September 02, 2011, 11:38:07 am
I have three perfumes I like at the moment - Alberta Feretti, Prada and Dolce and Gabbana 'The One'.  I used to use Chanel No. 19 because I found No. 5 too strong for me, but have moved on to my other favourites now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on September 02, 2011, 12:00:13 pm
DH has dolce et gabana pour homme ( for men)...oh my goodness i love that smell on him....there are just some perfumes that smell divine on men!  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on September 02, 2011, 03:07:06 pm
I love a man to smell lovely, my DH hates perfume....shame!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on September 02, 2011, 07:51:32 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2011, 09:06:49 am
Thats a great purchase, I've wanted that timer too CC but for some silly reason they won't ship to Aus  >:(


Try this link for Amazon US (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004S4U7?ie=UTF8&tag=gourmetorg00-20&linkCode=AS2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00004S4U7)

I know they were shipping these to Australia two months ago because someone on another forum bought several for gifts. 

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 03, 2011, 12:42:31 pm
Stainless steel gelato/sorbet cup & spoons

(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1667466&name=LargeImage&variant=0)

and an Alessi Pino Funnel

(http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Modules/ShowImage2.aspx?classid=43&objectid=1598455&name=LargeImage&variant=0)

.......I really should un-subscribe from the P.O.K emails  :P
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Post by: judydawn on September 03, 2011, 01:26:57 pm
Love the funnel maddy, it makes you smile just looking at it.
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Post by: Meagan on September 03, 2011, 04:16:36 pm
Maddy were the gelato cups from pok?
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Post by: maddy on September 03, 2011, 11:40:20 pm
Quote from: Meagan on September 03, 2011, 04:16:36 pm
Maddy were the gelato cups from pok?

Yes it was Meagan, here's (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=1667466) the link.  $24.00 for the set.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on September 04, 2011, 12:27:26 am
Bad, bad Maddy  ;D  ;D  - what is the use in unsubscribing from sites when a particular forum member reminds us what we are missing!!!!!!! (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/11810/thumb_smileyvault-cute-big-smiley-animated-021.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/)
BTW - I was not able to press the unsubscribe on the POK email - it will be great visiting the store in a few weeks while with DD in Sydney!!!!!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 04, 2011, 01:42:29 pm
Quote from: johnro on September 04, 2011, 12:27:26 am
Bad, bad Maddy  ;D  ;D  - what is the use in unsubscribing from sites when a particular forum member reminds us what we are missing!!!!!!! (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/11810/thumb_smileyvault-cute-big-smiley-animated-021.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/)

(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-devil10.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php) BA-HAHAHAHA  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-devil10.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)


After stuffing our faces with chocolate, my girl and I thought shopping would be the perfect finish to the day  8)

Bought a couple of shirts for hubby at R.M. Williams
Sunny's for me
couple books for DD
and

(http://fimgs.net/images/perfume/nd.4986.jpg)

excuse my underwear.....I will cover up next time  :P


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 04, 2011, 09:51:39 pm
WOW, Maddy - how do you keep so slim with all those cup cakes around you!!!  Gorgeous photo, by the way, very evocative.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on September 05, 2011, 09:38:17 am
how do you know she is slim  :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 05, 2011, 09:51:47 am
I nearly said something about "photoshopping pictures" but decided I would stick with slim and keep my fingers crossed (sorry if it was confusing, my comment was a bit 'tongue in cheek' and referring to the image in Maddy's post)!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on September 06, 2011, 05:19:21 am
Evidently, my TMX was my Father's Day present (from Teeny and Josie, the Pomeranians, DS and DD).  Interestingly, Ed got a gigantic new television on Saturday afternoon as HIS Father's Day present.  Since I like to watch a little television, I can hardly stop him from TMXing now, can I??

xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on September 06, 2011, 07:14:10 am
Brought myself a large solid old school art table from the secondhand shop to use as a work bench for my framing workshop.
  After a few hours pulling out staples, scrapping off paint, sanding, attaching castors (For extra hight and ease of movement) and staining I now have a very sturdy large table that looks to good to use as a work bench.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 08, 2011, 01:33:10 am
well I'm a bit slow off the mark, but I bought a pizza maker yesterday from Matchbox. It was the black Multi-function one (normally $180) but down to $140. C*les has some nice wine and drinking glasses out for $15 for a set of 4 so I bought some tumblers, red wine, and champagne flutes, and a set of steak knives for $6 - bargain!

I'm thinking about the food vac and have been looking into the Sunbeam Foodsaver, and waiting to hear more feedback from those who bought the other brand. The drawback about the Sunbeam is the cost of the bags. Then I have to think about whether I am REALLY going to use this often (you girls are a very bad influence)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 08, 2011, 04:54:58 am
Does anyone know of any good/reasonable sites for table linen?  I have been looking for a nice new tablecloth and can't find any decent sites.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 08, 2011, 05:18:37 am
 :)My husband just bought us a new TV for the deck. It has a wall mount bracket.

Robyn
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2011, 07:00:54 am
Quote from: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 08, 2011, 04:54:58 am
Does anyone know of any good/reasonable sites for table linen?  I have been looking for a nice new tablecloth and can't find any decent sites.

Anything here (http://shop.thehousequeen.com.au/store/living/tablecloths-table-linens/) that takes your fancy Chelsea?
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 08, 2011, 07:22:31 am
JD you are just amazing.  You have even managed to find lovely tablecloths for me (and organic ones ;)).  :-* :-*
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2011, 07:35:09 am
Ooh, so glad you were pleased with it Chelsea.  Hard to know what someone else likes but it wouldn't be hard for me to pick some from that site myself.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on September 08, 2011, 09:57:40 am
A very nice handbag accidentally fell into my credit card today - just need to work out how to show you all! ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on September 08, 2011, 02:24:07 pm
 :D :D :D :D Amanda you crack me up!
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Post by: leesmac78 on September 08, 2011, 07:52:36 pm
I'm off to the UK tomorrow.  I'm sure something will accidentally fall onto my credit card too.  My EDC is waiting for me at my friend's house, so the conference shopping has already begun!

xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 09, 2011, 04:05:57 pm
Quote from: Amanda on September 08, 2011, 09:57:40 am
A very nice handbag accidentally fell into my credit card today

too funnee. just love how you have an open credit card for thingees to fall into some catchment plan (its a winner obviously). some members always seem to"win competitions"... one time I won a second chance draw in Kellogs Cornflakes the  for a trip to Thailand (eons ago) but even my little DS18mo at the time remembers it with clarity.  It was wonderful.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 10, 2011, 12:25:47 am
Finally, my 2 books arrived from amazon. I ordered then when i was in Bali

500 pizzasa & flatbreads, nice with lots of pictures ;D

A book called Cakes, not mayny photos :(

Hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on September 10, 2011, 03:33:26 am
Ooh, excitement!  ;D ;D
My new Kindle arrived yesterday - still in the box waiting for me to have some peace and quiet this afternoon for a play with it.
I gave my much loved old one to my mother so that she could see if she  would be able to wrap her hear around the technology and haven't seen it since! 
I wasn't too disappointed though as it was the perfect excuse to get the later model.  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on September 10, 2011, 05:09:04 am
Mum is probably still trying to wrap her head around it Amanda if she is anything like mine  ;D ;D  It sounds like a win win situation though, you got what you wanted in the end  ;)
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Post by: Amanda on September 10, 2011, 05:11:35 am
We had a few hiccoughs, Judy, and a couple of confused phone calls, but she has read 2 books on it now and seems to be getting the hang of it.  It will be great for her as she loves to read and finds books eat into her budget too much.
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 10, 2011, 11:21:56 am
I have had my kindle for 2 weeks now and I just LOOOOOVVVVVVEEEEE it :) Books eat into our budget in a huge way as all 7 of us are very big bookworms... and for the most part, very different in what we read  :-)) :-)) I will be purchasing one for everyone eventually. I was the willing guinea pig  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on September 10, 2011, 11:41:40 am
You'll be amazed at how much money you'll save - on recreational reading anyway, Kathryn.  I bought mine when they first became available here in Oz, using the cost savings on books as an excuse.  I find that it has freed up funds to buy more cookbooks, so The Husband is still unconvinced about its economical efficacy. ;)
You may well find that you actually read more, too - I average a book per week usually, but find I am reading slightly more as the Kindle is so convenient to carry and I don't need to worry about bookmarks or heavy hardbacks fitting into my bag.
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Post by: johnro on September 10, 2011, 12:45:07 pm
I love my kindle - a chrissie pres from DH last Xmas.  I carry it everywhere and now have the portable light which attaches to the corner. Looking forward to hearing your review re the usefulness of this little gem Amanda!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: medusa on September 10, 2011, 01:10:30 pm
how much on average is a book for a kindle?  Just interested in the difference.  I am not sure if I would like one as I love nothign more then going to bed with a good book, just can't imagine it would be the same with a kindle.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on September 10, 2011, 05:22:32 pm
If you like old classics, literature and mysteries, you can get many free books and book collections.

Many new authors are offering books for 99 ¢ here in the U.S. and on up from there.  The new releases of established authors are not much less than the hardback price but when the paperback is released, the Kindle price drops too.

You can also get books via Internet Archive and others -  and once you have your Kindle account, you can download the software for reading Kindle books on your computer via "Kindle for Mac" and "Kindle for PC"   - I download cookbooks to my MacBook as recipes are easier to read on the large screen.  And now there are a lot of cookbooks available for Kindle. 

If you go to this page (http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=amb_link_355831402_8?ie=UTF8&node=2245146011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=left-1&pf_rd_r=1D6RRT0S7GXSZVFN72TF&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1315815282&pf_rd_i=1286228011) it will give you an idea of what is available free.

If you are a fan of Georgette Heyer  Regency stories, most are listed at
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 10, 2011, 10:12:17 pm
I've had my kindle since Xmas and it goes everywhere with me - I love the convenience.  Early this year we did a lot of overseas travel and having the kindle on board the plane with me instead of a dozen books was great - none of the weight or bulk of the hard copy books.  My one guilty regret of the kindle is the closure of book shops - I find that sad as I still really love to browse 'the real thing'. 

Kindle book prices vary, but as Andie said, there are a lot of free or very cheap books available - mostly the great classics are very cheap (I believe because copyright has run out on them).
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Post by: andiesenji on September 10, 2011, 10:50:08 pm
Also, some authors are writing purely for the e-book market.  I came across a discussion some weeks ago in which several authors who despaired of ever getting a book published, found they could launch an e-book and get some notice. 
I'll see if I can find the link and post it.  It was very interesting.

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Post by: achookwoman on September 11, 2011, 02:05:04 am
Not as exciting as what others ore buying but might be interesting to some.  Malted wheat grain and wheat malt from the Brewing shop. Dulse flakes from Health food shop in Kyneton and the Bread book was bought in America by a person I met on the Tour of Scandinavia  and posted to me.  Nice thought and has some interesting recipes.
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Post by: Amanda on September 11, 2011, 02:29:36 am
Medusa - depends where you are.  Here in Oz we pay more for books than in the US. I find the new releases that I get vary from $9 to $12 ish, which is still loads less than a paperback here.
Australian authors on Kindle were thin on the ground a couple of years ago , but I'm finding that they are now getting on to the ebook list very quickly - especially the well known ones.
I was concerned about the reading experience on these devices initially, but often found that when I went to turn the page my hand wandered up to the top right hand corner of the Kindle.  That suggested to me that my brain was still experiencing it as a book.  Even now, after using it for some years, I still find my hand doing that instead of clicking on the button!
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Post by: judydawn on September 11, 2011, 02:38:43 am
The first 2 items obviously for your bread making Chookie.  Would love to see your collection of recipe books from all around the world  :D
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Post by: Halex on September 11, 2011, 02:40:21 am
Chookie, looking forward to hearing how some of the bread turns out from your new book. What a lovely gift.

H :)
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Post by: johnro on September 11, 2011, 03:21:46 am
Amanda is the newer model much different to your original kindle.  I know the model which I have had since last Dec is a little different to that of a friend who had purchased 12mths previously.  :)
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Post by: Amanda on September 11, 2011, 04:36:01 am
Smaller, thinner and allegedly faster, although I haven't read anything on it yet.
In the interests of marital harmony, I have bought the cover with a light in it and can't wait to try that out.
I loved my last Kindle to bits - I'm sure this one will make me just as happy.

Quote from: johnro on September 11, 2011, 03:21:46 am
Amanda is the newer model much different to your original kindle.  I know the model which I have had since last Dec is a little different to that of a friend who had purchased 12mths previously.  :)
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Post by: jeninwa on September 11, 2011, 12:55:26 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 08, 2011, 01:33:10 am

I'm thinking about the food vac and have been looking into the Sunbeam Foodsaver, and waiting to hear more feedback from those who bought the other brand. The drawback about the Sunbeam is the cost of the bags. Then I have to think about whether I am REALLY going to use this often (you girls are a very bad influence)

I had the Sunbeam one it was a lot harder to use than the one I just bought from ebay. Quite often it would take 3 -4 goes for it to vacuum seal. In the end it got put in the cupboard, the new one cant remember its name lives on the bench, and the family make fun of me vacuum sealing everything. We arnt wasting left over food, the avocado half was as fresh as if I had  just cut it open.
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Post by: Frozzie on September 12, 2011, 10:14:13 pm
a new cover for my iphone (had a bit of a disaster with the old one lol) and some supplies from the organic shop including a few packets of sprouting barley to try out making my own malt powder and or extract....and another french thermomix book...top chrono and a girlfriend is getting France Gourmand so i can check it out  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2011, 04:41:33 am
jeninwa what about the cost of the bags, and the ease of purchasing?
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 13, 2011, 06:57:12 am
Just bought a new dishwasher - sick of the other one not washing and I DON"T do dishes except my TMX bowls  ;D ;D Even dishes from my demo's come home and go in the dishwasher  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 13, 2011, 07:12:41 am
Kathryn, sounds like me. i don't do dishes either.

When my dishwasher broke down, i just rang up and ordered a new one.


At least I use it twice a day.
Robyn
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 13, 2011, 07:19:13 am
Dear right Robyn - mine gets used at least twice a day too. DH was astounded as I told him I was going to buy one and send him a pic 20 min later of it in my car in the driveway  ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 13, 2011, 07:21:18 am
Glad you thought about it for a while Kathryn  :D :D :D 
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Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2011, 07:38:11 am
I hate my new dishwasher (2years old) the double drawer ones. Its broken down 4 times already.  >:(
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Post by: judydawn on September 13, 2011, 07:48:50 am
Mine's 8 years old fundj, only had them out a few times but I think it is nearing the end of it's life and I don't like the chap who comes to fix it so will buy a different brand next time on the strength of that. Even DH thought he was ignorant.

Having to replace the security system tomorrow - our old one carked it a few weeks ago.

Won't mention the problems with the oven at the moment  :'( :'( >:( >:(
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Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2011, 07:57:03 am
I still have 3 years warranty on it.  If it dies again, that’s it, to the tip it goes
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Post by: dede on September 13, 2011, 08:01:05 am
Brought myself an electric frying pan today as the only time we use the stove top these days is with the frying pan which needed replacing. So I have sat the frying pan on a choppig block that is sitting on top of my stove top.
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 13, 2011, 08:47:09 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 13, 2011, 07:21:18 am
Glad you thought about it for a while Kathryn  :D :D :D 

Just quietly I have been doing my homework for the last couple of days - just needed the tip over the edge thing to convince DH that it did need to be replaced  ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 13, 2011, 09:40:33 am
Dishwasher now installed and halfway through it's first load. Got to love it when two of the older DS's come home from work early  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on September 13, 2011, 12:25:44 pm
When we were looking for a house to buy 6 years ago we said we have to buy one with a dishwasher or at least somewhere to put one. We found our house which had a dishwasher ( very old but worked) so we were sold straight away. We replaced the old dishwasher 3 years ago. Mine only runs once a day and I hand wash the rest. Love my dishwasher.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on September 13, 2011, 01:05:46 pm
My shopping is about to be curtailed as I funnel funds directly to my dentist.
I'm quite depressed. :'( :'(
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Post by: Frozzie on September 13, 2011, 01:11:07 pm
 :( :( oh amanda...do not like the sound of that!
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 13, 2011, 09:07:29 pm
I've been saving for my next dentist's visit for approx. six months and I still have more to go - replacement bridge required c. $6,000!  If this new one lasts as long as the original it won't be so bad (divide $6,000 by 20 years = approx. $5.00 per week!)  It doesn't hurt so much when you look at it that way.  However, I really would prefer to spend the money elsewhere - new hot water tank element ... solar panels ... refurbish the bathroom ............
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Post by: obbie on September 13, 2011, 09:36:38 pm
 :) Hubby  bought some new wine glasses for work.

He wants to celebrate the new shop.

I'll go buy the wine today.
Robyn
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Post by: passionflower on September 13, 2011, 09:38:02 pm
I recently bought another super good spatula for my thermie http://www.lakeland.co.uk/5628/Spoon-Spatula-as-used-by-Delia (http://www.lakeland.co.uk/5628/Spoon-Spatula-as-used-by-Delia)and a fabby brush set for cleaning my blades out after dough projects. http://www.lakeland.co.uk/21626/Lakeland-Home-Spout-Brushes (http://www.lakeland.co.uk/21626/Lakeland-Home-Spout-Brushes)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2011, 10:13:46 pm
I know the feeling Cuilidh, i am up for $30.000 this year and $15.000 next year.  Not happy Jan   :( :(

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Post by: katesjoy on September 14, 2011, 12:54:34 am
Dentist bills lead me to a second credit card last year  :(

Just got these in the mail today (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41e2cTe8nfL._AA115_.jpg)
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41YvpSHgoBL._AA115_.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on September 14, 2011, 12:55:54 am
Dentist bills cause psin all over, physical and financial, but if we are going to cook we need our teeth!Lol
H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 14, 2011, 01:04:35 am
so true hally  :D
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Post by: Amanda on September 14, 2011, 04:47:27 am
Although the bills are going to be high, I am far more depressed about the actual procedures.  I'm a dreadful baby when it comes to dental work.  I had slowly improved over the years, but I'm up for some major stuff now (currently have an infection in the jaw bone under a crown & need implants) and I feel sick just thinking about it.
I just thank the heavens for drugs.  They're going to have to use all they've got on me. :o :o
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Post by: fundj&e on September 14, 2011, 04:53:22 am
Went for just  a clean last week, had numbing gel, a puffer thing and about 4 needles  :D
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Post by: Meagan on September 14, 2011, 06:07:14 am
Quote from: Amanda on September 14, 2011, 04:47:27 am
Although the bills are going to be high, I am far more depressed about the actual procedures.  I'm a dreadful baby when it comes to dental work.  I had slowly improved over the years, but I'm up for some major stuff now (currently have an infection in the jaw bone under a crown & need implants) and I feel sick just thinking about it.
I just thank the heavens for drugs.  They're going to have to use all they've got on me. :o :o

Amanda has your jaw bone broken down? My uncle had that and was looking at using rib or another bone as a transplant. When they went in the mouth they decided he didn't need it and some of the bone has regenerated. I hope your recovery is swift. At least you have a Tm for purees etc after the procedure!
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 14, 2011, 06:13:23 am
Amanda - GET TO THE DENTIST to sort this out as soon as possible!!!  I will not relate all I know about infections spreading through your body from tooth / teeth problems - suffice to say my BIL was in hospital for the best part of two months last year and had to have major heart surgery resulting from the extraction of one tooth. 

Don't fool around with mouth infections.  Get is sorted NOW
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Post by: dede on September 14, 2011, 06:15:29 am
Oh Amanda that sounds horrible. You poor thing. I hope they give you lots of drugs. I need to go to the dentist as I have a filling that fell out and needs re doing but I keep putting it off. And that is only a minor problem. Why didn't god give us stainless steel teeth?
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Post by: Amanda on September 14, 2011, 06:25:01 am
I'm going to the dentist - I've been twice in the last week, had about 20 xrays, a whole lot of impressions and am off to the endodontist on Friday.  I don't even want to think about what he will do.
Not sure what is going on in the jaw, there is a dodgy patch under the crown and am taking antibiotics.
To be fair - I have to have 2 crowns replaced, both of them are 20 years old, so I guess they are due.  I would just prefer it if all dental work came with a lifetime guarantee.
Still, if I want to eat for rest of my life, I need to get this sorted.
Fortunately, I can always suck chocolate! ;) ;)
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Post by: Halex on September 14, 2011, 06:28:29 am
Oh Amanda, you poor love :-[

I feel your psin, i avoid the dentist like anything.

A root canal put me in a frenzy, yes drugs is the only answer

H
Big hugs
Hally
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Post by: Frozzie on September 14, 2011, 06:34:42 am
oh amanda....will be thinking of you (i hate thinking about hte dentist and my teeth are fine)..eekkk good luck xo
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Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2011, 07:44:58 am
Sorry to hear your problems Amanda, hopefully things will be sorted as soon as possible as your hectic life is going to be curtailed if things get worse.   :-* :-*
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2011, 11:22:09 am
Quote from: andiesenji on September 02, 2011, 07:51:32 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2011, 09:06:49 am
Thats a great purchase, I've wanted that timer too CC but for some silly reason they won't ship to Aus  >:(


Try this link for Amazon US (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004S4U7?ie=UTF8&tag=gourmetorg00-20&linkCode=AS2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00004S4U7)

I know they were shipping these to Australia two months ago because someone on another forum bought several for gifts. 



Thanks Andie for this, I now have a couple of timers winging their way to me and a pair of gold hoop earrings so they don't get too lonely on their voyage. As I am meant to be working, I quite often get caught on the phone or computer when I have stuck something in the oven only to remember when it has gone overtime.
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Post by: maddy on September 14, 2011, 11:25:58 am
Goodluck Amanda.....you will be fine!  I actually find the dentist relaxing.....weird right?  LOL.
It's totally mind over matter....just let your mind wander away.


Well today I bought a soda stream, on a complete whim (like most my purchases!)
I was thinking how cool would it be to have peach  iced tea slushies, or a vodka & lemon lime drink in a summers evening......and before you know it, I bought a soda steam with lots of syrups  :P
NOTE TO AMANDA:......think of the alcoholic drinks I could make with my soda stream, whilst in the dentist chair  ;)

(http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/images/catalog/Drinksmakers/1017112441big.jpg)

.....they've certainly changed in appearance since the 70's!
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Post by: dede on September 14, 2011, 11:30:59 am
Good buy Maddy, I purchase a Soda stream several years ago. We don't use it much in the cooler months but its great in summer. We love the lemon squash and cream soda. Yours is a lot different to mine. My mum had one when we were young too which made the individually serve bottles and we used it often then.
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Post by: Frozzie on September 14, 2011, 11:37:24 am
i still have the old style soda stream somewhere with the glass coke like bottles lol...yes come a long way!!  I have nearly bought one once or twice but its usually the flavourings that put me off although is good just for the soda water plus you could always just add your own flavours lol
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Post by: jeninwa on September 14, 2011, 02:18:33 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2011, 04:41:33 am
jeninwa what about the cost of the bags, and the ease of purchasing?

You can use any bags in any vac sealer, when I run out I can either buy local or online which ever is cheaper.
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Post by: Halex on September 14, 2011, 02:21:39 pm
I bought a soda stream years ago and its used all through summer. We love it, soda water daily plus others

H
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Post by: jeninwa on September 14, 2011, 02:35:17 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on September 14, 2011, 11:37:24 am
i still have the old style soda stream somewhere with the glass coke like bottles lol...yes come a long way!!  I have nearly bought one once or twice but its usually the flavourings that put me off although is good just for the soda water plus you could always just add your own flavours lol

I have one of the older style in the back of the cupboard too, it must be 20+ years old, think there is only one or 2 of the glass bottles left, ewe bought a new one a couple of years ago and use it lots in summer, I was only thinking today,that I should get a replacement gas bottle for it ready for the warm weather.
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Post by: Frozzie on September 14, 2011, 05:15:51 pm
yeah mine was mums and i 'stole' it years ago when i left home lol  :)  ;)
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Post by: johnro on September 14, 2011, 10:30:10 pm
I am not looking - not looking - well just a peek with a little question Maddi did you buy it on line?  The soda stream brings back late 70's memories!!!!!!!
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Post by: JulieO on September 15, 2011, 12:03:51 am
Johnro I've seen them in Woolies, they come on special every now and again too.

We had one in the 80's too (with the glass individual bottles).  DH and I rarely drink soft drink these days, so thankfully this isn't something I'm tempted to buy.  :)
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Post by: johnro on September 15, 2011, 01:46:46 am
Thanks Julie  :)  :) it is not the soft drink but I use soda water a lot combining with juices and those other type of bevs  :D  :D
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Post by: Halex on September 15, 2011, 02:05:41 am
In the summer we get through heaps of soda water, that was why I purchased it.

H :)
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Post by: maddy on September 15, 2011, 09:55:51 am
Yep, bought it online Robyn.....because I haven't seen this model in the stores.
Apparently they are making a huge come back  8) like everything I guess.  I have noticed recently prominent displays in stores.

models available:  here (http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/Drinks-Makers.aspx)

DD really wanted the "penguin"

(http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/images/catalog/Drinksmakers/1016112610.jpg)

.....but it was too expensive!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 16, 2011, 06:56:12 pm
See what I made in my new Williams Sonoma Bundt Cake Pan ;D
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/heritage-bundt-cake-pan/?pkey=ccake-pans
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/856c59b0.png)
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Post by: andiesenji on September 16, 2011, 07:22:44 pm
That is beautiful, CC.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 16, 2011, 07:32:48 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on September 16, 2011, 07:22:44 pm
That is beautiful, CC.
Thanks Andie.
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Post by: JulieO on September 16, 2011, 09:24:52 pm
Wow, looks fantastic CC.  :D
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 16, 2011, 11:42:39 pm
Stunning CC. I love those tins, but I think I need to resort the storage in my kitchen before I look at more tins. If DH has to keep pulling stuff out of the oven to use it I might get banned from shopping in my favourite kitchen store  :o :o :o
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Post by: judydawn on September 17, 2011, 12:11:22 am
That's so impressive CC.
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Post by: Decadent Dot on September 17, 2011, 05:57:40 am
I must admit that I love my Nordic Bundt® pan. It is the quartet one that does 4 mini sized (four/5 portion cake one. It is so ideal for someone visiting because you can have a new one to bring out every time so there is always the wow factor. I did measure my oven for this pan but I forgot about my fridge. I have to tell you that if I were to use it for some kind of jelly, it is too big for my fridge. I am a bit sad about that.
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Post by: Frozzie on September 17, 2011, 07:44:59 am
Quote from: maddy on September 15, 2011, 09:55:51 am
Yep, bought it online Robyn.....because I haven't seen this model in the stores.
Apparently they are making a huge come back  8) like everything I guess.  I have noticed recently prominent displays in stores.

models available:  here (http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/Drinks-Makers.aspx)

DD really wanted the "penguin"

(http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/images/catalog/Drinksmakers/1016112610.jpg)

.....but it was too expensive!

it is cute but yes very overpriced just because its a penguin????? some nice models online though comapred to usually the one in the stores!
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Post by: Decadent Dot on September 17, 2011, 08:00:34 am
Just one word, Exquisite!!! CC
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Post by: Frozzie on September 17, 2011, 09:39:17 am
oh and lovely looking cake CC..it came out so perfectly moulded?? bravo!
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Post by: maddy on September 17, 2011, 09:44:53 am
Just lovely CC!
I had a bundt rose tin somewhere  ??? from memory, I had lots of trouble cleaning cake from the crevices....did you have that problem?

Quote from: Frozzie on September 17, 2011, 07:44:59 am
Quote from: maddy on September 15, 2011, 09:55:51 am
Yep, bought it online Robyn.....because I haven't seen this model in the stores.
Apparently they are making a huge come back  8) like everything I guess.  I have noticed recently prominent displays in stores.

models available:  here (http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/Drinks-Makers.aspx)

DD really wanted the "penguin"


(http://www.sodastream.com.au/auretail/images/catalog/Drinksmakers/1016112610.jpg)
.....but it was too expensive!

it is cute but yes very overpriced just because its a penguin????? some nice models online though comapred to usually the one in the stores!


Tis very cute....I think it was more expensive because this model had more stainless (instead of plastic), fits the glass carafes, and is bigger.  Online always has more choice  ;)




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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2011, 10:56:32 am
Maddy, yours looks much better than the normal one I've seen in Woolies.  I like the glass carafes too.  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on September 17, 2011, 11:02:26 am
Maddy the soda stream looks good. This is probably a stupid question but for those who use the soda stream for soda water is it just plain tap water carbonated with the soda stream?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2011, 11:17:06 am
Thanks for the lovely comments on the cake everyone,I was very pleased with the result.DH and DS are enjoying it very much.

Quote from: maddy on September 17, 2011, 09:44:53 am
Just lovely CC!
I had a bundt rose tin somewhere  ??? from memory, I had lots of trouble cleaning cake from the crevices....did you have that problem?

Maddy I brushed the cake tin with this stuff and the cake popped out and I just washed the cake tin in hot soapy water.
http://www.lakeland.co.uk/4198/Cake-Release
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Post by: dede on September 17, 2011, 11:47:44 am
Wow CC that looks absolutely perfect. Well done, I have a similar tin that I have only used once and everything stuck and fell apart and I haven't used it since.
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Post by: dede on September 17, 2011, 01:24:52 pm
I think I need to get me some of that stuff CC, Wonder if something similar is available in Aus?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2011, 01:50:39 pm
Quote from: dede on September 17, 2011, 01:24:52 pm
I think I need to get me some of that stuff CC, Wonder if something similar is available in Aus?
Found this recipe Dede for homemade cake release. ;)
http://morganscakes.blogspot.com/2008/12/home-made-cake-releasebest-thing-ever.html
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Post by: dede on September 18, 2011, 09:25:30 am
Oh thanks CC. Will have a look at the link when I'm on the computer.
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Post by: Yvette on September 18, 2011, 09:57:48 am
Purchased a Sunbeam 4 pie maker today, $59.95 at Myer
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Post by: Halex on September 18, 2011, 09:59:06 am
I hoe they have them at gc, once i have one i will buy that book & today at IGA i sawca pie book, must be a sig.LOL
H :)
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Post by: Frozzie on September 18, 2011, 02:27:05 pm
Hally you dont need a sign lol...you will find any excuse to buy something  :D :D :D
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 02:45:26 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2011, 01:50:39 pm
Quote from: dede on September 17, 2011, 01:24:52 pm
I think I need to get me some of that stuff CC, Wonder if something similar is available in Aus?
Found this recipe Dede for homemade cake release. ;)
http://morganscakes.blogspot.com/2008/12/home-made-cake-releasebest-thing-ever.html

Great link CC!.....question.....solid vegetable shortening....is that sold here and what is it called?  I'm a bit clueless  :-\
I have a cake decorators spray called "sprink", great stuff, but was concerned using it on my good non stick pans, as I'm sure it would have the same damage effect like on pans.
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Post by: Yvette on September 19, 2011, 02:50:46 am
Hally hope you find one you little spender
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Post by: andiesenji on September 19, 2011, 02:54:36 am
Quote from: maddy on September 19, 2011, 02:45:26 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2011, 01:50:39 pm
Quote from: dede on September 17, 2011, 01:24:52 pm
I think I need to get me some of that stuff CC, Wonder if something similar is available in Aus?
Found this recipe Dede for homemade cake release. ;)
http://morganscakes.blogspot.com/2008/12/home-made-cake-releasebest-thing-ever.html

Great link CC!.....question.....solid vegetable shortening....is that sold here and what is it called?  I'm a bit clueless  :-\
I have a cake decorators spray called "sprink", great stuff, but was concerned using it on my good non stick pans, as I'm sure it would have the same damage effect like on pans.

Crisco is a solid vegetable shortening. 
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 02:59:48 am
maddy you can use copha which is vegetable shortening
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 03:03:05 am
Quote from: fundj on September 19, 2011, 02:59:48 am
maddy you can use copha which is vegetable shortening

but it will set hard in fridge....I guess it would be ok to heat first?
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 03:12:02 am
i making same now i will let you know later
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 03:13:27 am
Quote from: fundj on September 19, 2011, 03:12:02 am
i making same now i will let you know later


Thanks fundj  :-* would love to make it instead of buying it.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 03:28:56 am
I think the oil will stop it from becoming hard. I only made ¼ batchon the stove . In the fridge now. i hope it works too. now what will i try and cook or bake to test it  :-)) ???
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Post by: Amanda on September 19, 2011, 03:33:11 am
I found a link to buy Cake Release here in Oz!
http://www.scrapdragon.com.au/p/4316688/wilton-cake-release-236ml-cakes-release-perfectly-every-time.html
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 05:19:05 am
maddy It did set hard ;D but easy just to scrape with knife and pop in m/wave for few sec
Or rub with paper towel   
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 05:28:59 am
  I did   a search.   Most recipes say can be kept out of the fridge up to 3 mouths  ;D
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 06:50:45 am
Good one fundj.....now I'm interested to see how non-stick it was  :P
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 08:17:42 am
(http://cache1.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/large/9781/5583/9781558322721.jpg)

......because retro food is  8), plus we always have surplus bum nuts!


(http://cache1.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/large/9781/8440/9781844009503.jpg)

......because Peggy Porschen is genius!

(http://cache1.bookdepository.com/assets/images/book/large/9781/6124/9781612430447.jpg)

......just because  :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 19, 2011, 08:38:34 am
I'm afraid this is my second silly question for today - Monique, what is a bum nut?  I've never heard of that, I suspect it's an egg .... but not totally convinced!
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 08:55:51 am
 ;D....yes, it's an egg.
Hubby always calls them bum nuts....sounds horrid, but it sticks in your head  :P
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Post by: judydawn on September 19, 2011, 08:57:47 am
I'd never heard of it either Marina. You were right but there was another interesting definition which had nothing to do with eggs  ??? ;D
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Post by: johnro on September 19, 2011, 09:12:46 am
Thanks for the cultural lesson Maddy - never heard that term either!!!!!  ;D  ;D
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Post by: maddy on September 19, 2011, 09:37:41 am
LOL.....bit of Aussie slang for our members  ;D
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Post by: Merrilyn on September 19, 2011, 11:39:06 am
My uncle used to call them cackle berries.  Made us laugh as kids. :D
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Post by: dede on September 19, 2011, 11:43:00 am
Yes my DH calls them bum nut, or I have heard cackle berrie and of cause googies.
My Chooks are being very good girls and laying plenty to keep me going.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 19, 2011, 12:11:23 pm
I never heard of any of these saying.............i have only be in australia 45 years lol   ;D
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 19, 2011, 12:47:46 pm
Bum nuts - you learn something new every day!!!  When my boys were younger they refused to eat eggs but quite enjoyed "googlies".  Now they refuse to eat tuna, but thanks to a clever forum member they now enjoy "chicken of the sea".  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 19, 2011, 12:52:08 pm
Love the name of Bum Nuts,DH thought it hilarious. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 19, 2011, 01:15:49 pm
My DH calls them bum nuts and Mum always referred to them as cackle berries or googs. I hadn't heard of those two terms for a while.
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Post by: Meagan on September 19, 2011, 03:31:04 pm
There is a brand of eggs in WA called cackle berries ;)
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Post by: dede on September 20, 2011, 04:28:00 am
 >:( . I missed out on a fan forced oven as new condition (Grill and hot plates never used and oven only used a few times) for only $99. The add said ring after 12.30pm and silly me forgot till 12.45pm  :'( too late.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 20, 2011, 04:35:59 am
 :'( :( >:(

better luck next time dede.
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2011, 04:38:59 am
Oh set your alarm next time :)
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Post by: katesjoy on September 22, 2011, 03:32:18 am
Just went crazy on catch of the day and bought 12 women's weekly books.
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Post by: Halex on September 22, 2011, 06:28:21 am
Did the cup cakes & they looked shabby in the school cardboard so went and bought a
A wilton tiered stand. The look much better tan in the boxes.

Hally
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 22, 2011, 07:09:25 am
Quote from: katesjoy on September 22, 2011, 03:32:18 am
Just went crazy on catch of the day and bought 12 women's weekly books.

Thanks for the heads up.  I just bought the 1000 best ever AWW recipes to put away as a Christmas pressie (perhaps for myself ;)).  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2011, 08:29:04 am
You can't go wrong with AWW books. I love mine.
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2011, 09:09:29 am
Quote from: Hally on September 22, 2011, 06:28:21 am
Did the cup cakes & they looked shabby in the school cardboard so went and bought a
A wilton tiered stand. The look much better tan in the boxes.

Hally

These are going to go down a treat Hally, well done.
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on September 22, 2011, 09:33:36 am
What a clever cookie you are Hally.  They look beautiful!
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Post by: Halex on September 22, 2011, 11:09:43 am
Thanks JD & chelsea, i hope so, i have 50 left.

H :)
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Post by: shanmac on September 22, 2011, 11:28:05 am
Hally they look great. Feel free to post any leftovers to me!!  :D
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Post by: JulieO on September 22, 2011, 12:00:08 pm
Great work Hally, so colourful  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 22, 2011, 12:52:07 pm
Lovely cupcakes Hally. :)
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Post by: johnro on September 22, 2011, 01:25:22 pm
Hally what a mammoth effort - all look superb, well done!  :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 22, 2011, 09:13:43 pm
Beautiful work, Hally.  Well done, they look delectable.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 22, 2011, 10:34:59 pm
HALLY, love the bright school colours.  Good work.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 22, 2011, 11:02:36 pm
Quote from: maddy on September 19, 2011, 06:50:45 am
Good one fundj.....now I'm interested to see how non-stick it was  :P
Maddy I have made a cheese cake, carrot cake and bread with it and it does work . i just need to remember when i am making a gluten free cake no to use it, next time will try with cornflour. i only made a 1/4 of a batch which is plenty for my needs.
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Post by: obbie on September 23, 2011, 01:05:15 am
Hally, the cup cakes look great.

Robyn
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Post by: cookie1 on September 23, 2011, 06:29:54 am
Hally I can imagine that your cupcakes were very popular. The colours are amazing.
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Post by: Halex on September 23, 2011, 06:42:29 am
Thank yiu everyine, yes very popular and they put the price up to $1.50 :)

Plus ds came a very close 2nd (neck & neck) shoukd have been joint 1st  in his race, and some 1st, 2nd & 3rds in his team games.

A greaypt day, just home to pick up car, then back to school!

Hally :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2011, 12:43:47 pm
Really wanted a Pie Maker and Vacuum Sealing Machine 8) but we have just bought a new loo,shower,washand basin,heated towel/ radiator,tiles etc etc etc :P
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Post by: fundj&e on September 26, 2011, 01:09:50 pm

i think a loo is more important than a pie maker CC  ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 26, 2011, 09:29:03 pm
I agree, a loo definitely takes priority!
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2011, 12:47:06 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on September 26, 2011, 09:29:03 pm
I agree, a loo definitely takes priority!

LOL.....not in my house  :P
I do not know what happens in this house, but we have managed to break our 5th toilet seat! (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-angry003.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
We have bought mid range/expensive.....they still break off the hinges (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-angry023.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
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Post by: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 04:33:28 am
Are your family 'floppers' maddy?  I've never had a broken toilet in my whole life  :o  You sometimes see people sit down on a chair or lounge - they seem to throw themselves at it.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 27, 2011, 04:47:44 am
Jd if maddy would have posted this, last Sunday, my reply would have been like yours
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Post by: Frozzie on September 27, 2011, 05:13:27 am
haha JD and great work hally  :)

CC know the feeling there are a few 'items' I have been wantig to get but household improvemet takes priority over yet another cooking appliance but I will get there  :P
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2011, 05:37:31 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 04:33:28 am
Are your family 'floppers' maddy?  I've never had a broken toilet in my whole life  :o  You sometimes see people sit down on a chair or lounge - they seem to throw themselves at it.

That's it in a nutshell I think Judy!  THEY ARE FLOPPERS!


Well, DD's bedroom make-over has officially began.
We picked the paint (not my choice  :-))), and I have just bought some wall art in black - she loves that quote.

(http://www.makingstatements.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/e/be-yourself-400x400-1.jpg)

the one (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Wall-Quote-Wall-Decal-Vinyl-Art-Sticker-Yourself-/200613886329?pt=AU_Home_Decor&hash=item2eb584f979) I picked is more scrolly.
I have spotted the perfect side table in Dare gallery, found the perfect lamp and roof chandelier, and found a gorgeous head board/linen and reading chair........shame that the word "budget" is the downer in this process   :(
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Post by: Frozzie on September 27, 2011, 05:52:33 am
oh maddy if only we were truly FREE to shop...how freeing would it be to be able to buy even for a day whatever you wanted...heaven!!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 27, 2011, 06:00:55 am
I thought I posted here that I got 500g vanilla pods from a market in Bali for 200,000 rupeah. Its cheap for here ($23), but I suspect that I made the ladie's week. They were fine to go through customs last night, so I'm really happy.
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2011, 07:47:12 am
O.K....so the cooking mojo has left the building, but the shopping mojo is stronger than ever  :P

Just bought the "Anastasia" silver & black quilt set for DD, and found the European pillows on another site.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/471829263_o.jpg?t=1317102908)


Now these things are on the list "to get"   ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/050305.jpg?t=1317104518)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/260685.jpg?t=1317104319)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/item-graphic-store8228-image33-1.jpg?t=1317105781)
and something similar to this for a bedside table.

DD chose a darker purple colour for the walls, so with all the silver/black/sparkle and a touch of  white.....we should be able to create the perfect teenage retreat for her. 
Sadly she does not share my love of all things pink  :(

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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2011, 08:12:53 am
Your daughter's bedroom will be lovely Maddy.

CP glad the vanilla pods came through customs ok.

I have finely succumbed and bought a piemaker. DH's comment was 'didn't we have one of those?' He'll enjoy the cute pies I'm sure.
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Post by: Halex on September 27, 2011, 08:33:50 am
Maddy dd bedroom will be lovely, cant wait to see the results.

What are we going to do to get your cooking mojo back.

Hally :)
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Post by: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 08:58:30 am
Welcome home CP - hope you are refreshed and rested and ready to start posting again.

Maddy, absolutely gorgeous - looks like DD has no intentions of going anywhere in the foreseeable future. 
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2011, 09:07:49 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 08:58:30 am
Maddy, absolutely gorgeous - looks like DD has no intentions of going anywhere in the foreseeable future.  

LOL, and why would she.......she scored our 42 inch Lcd tv when we upgraded to an LED, has bursting collection of dvd's, has a better computer than me, and has the best view in the house!
......wish I was her  :P
She's a good girl, so I don't mind  8)

Quote from: Hally on September 27, 2011, 08:33:50 am
What are we going to do to get your cooking mojo back.


working on it  ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on September 27, 2011, 09:56:43 am
her room will look lovely maddy and even if its not pink its still very feminine/baroque so i wouldnt be bothered...
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Post by: KarenH on September 27, 2011, 11:12:43 am
I just spent a small fortune today on a new Liebherr fridge/freezer for our new kitchen.  It has a built in ice-maker and a "biofresh" storage bit for fruit and veg, so they dont need to be stored in plastic bags or containers.   Cant wait for the new kitchen to be finished so we can put all these new appliances into them!
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Post by: dede on September 27, 2011, 11:20:46 am
nice Karen, Sounds like a great appliance to have.
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Post by: Yvette on September 27, 2011, 11:31:56 am
Maddy your DD's room will look lovely
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Post by: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 11:43:30 am
Karen, nice to see the light at the end of the tunnel after all this time.  You have been very patient waiting for it all to come together.  Lovely fridge, never heard of them.  Is the LH side all freezer or some more fridge and 1 section freezer?
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Post by: KarenH on September 27, 2011, 12:04:19 pm
I had never heard of them either.  They are made in Germany in the same factory as Miele fridges.  Apparently Meile fridges are re-badged Liebherr fridges at a much elevated price.  The right hand side is all normal fridge.  The top part of the left side is the biofresh compartment (so it is quite large with several shelves and a crisper - not just the usual F&V crisper in the bottom) and the bottom left hand side is the freezer.

I just cant wait for it all to be finished now ....... once I have a real oven I can really get into bread making!  I have to consciously avoid all the bread recipes on the forum at the moment, but once I have that oven there will be no stopping me  ;D ;D

When it is all finished, I will have to have a little Adelaide Forum get-together at our place.  At least it will be close for Amanda - not so close for you though  :(
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Post by: judydawn on September 27, 2011, 12:09:17 pm
Nice to see you are still keen to have that get together.   :-*
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Post by: Amanda on September 28, 2011, 05:35:14 am
Karen, I've heard of that brand and it has an excellent reputation.
I had a girlfriend who redesigned a kitchen  around a fridge see had seen and decided she must have!
Looks very smart, I must say. Looking forward to meeting it!
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Post by: maddy on September 29, 2011, 08:13:15 am
I spent 5 1/2 hours in town today, shopping with/for my Husband!  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked034.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked035.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)  ........and I didn't buy a single thing for me or the house  :o

.....you see he's off to a spiffy Grand final eve function in Melbourne tomorrow......so a new suit/shirt/Geelong Cats tie/shoes & belt were needed....oh, and I convinced him he needed some new sexy Man perfume too (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy026.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)




oh, and don't think I have mentioned yet but.......


(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_rvM4mhnSibo/SNeKSGLWKtI/AAAAAAAADvw/CZUiiNg3BN8/s320/Go+the+cats.jpg)


(https://assets.clubsonline.com.au/assets/shopdesq/products/images/main/2011-TPoster-GEELONG-LGE.jpg)


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Post by: judydawn on September 29, 2011, 09:11:04 am
I think most of Australia will be barracking for them too maddy  ;)
Bet DH will look dapper for his special night out - how come you aren't going too?
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Post by: johnro on September 29, 2011, 09:33:05 am
Maddy for once your post does not lead me to temptation (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif)
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Post by: Halex on September 29, 2011, 09:35:31 am
No but i have 2 cats so
GO CATS
H :)
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Post by: maddy on September 29, 2011, 10:16:10 am
Quote from: johnro on September 29, 2011, 09:33:05 am
Maddy for once your post does not lead me to temptation (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked001.gif)

LOL.....glad I was considerate to your credit card Robyn  :P


Quote from: judydawn on September 29, 2011, 09:11:04 am

Bet DH will look dapper for his special night out - how come you aren't going too?

.....he will look Super Duper dapper Judy!!!
I think the last time I saw him in a suit was at his Mother's funeral - 10 years ago!........he will be completely out of his comfort zone, and just quietly.......I think his "Man of the Land" hands will be a dead give-away, that he's not quite as "executive" as those he will be mingling with  :P


(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_rvM4mhnSibo/SNeKSGLWKtI/AAAAAAAADvw/CZUiiNg3BN8/s320/Go+the+cats.jpg)
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Post by: dede on September 29, 2011, 10:42:01 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xw19C8QabCE/ToQ80wRufiI/AAAAAAAAACI/JT7oesxNHzk/s800/untitled9.jpg)

Sorry my DS (5) is a Collingwood supporter so I better back him.
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Post by: johnro on September 29, 2011, 12:45:05 pm
Great pictorial addition Dede but no emotional connection for me with either team!!!!!!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on September 29, 2011, 06:25:18 pm
hihi me either  :P
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 29, 2011, 07:28:04 pm
Grand Final day is the best day to go shopping in Melbourne because everyone is at home watching the game.  We live quite close to the MCG so hear the roar of the crowd - and that's about our entire involvement with the game.  Last year the local business association handed out black and white balloons, posters, etc. so that we could decorate our shop fronts, but that hasn't happened this year so the street looks pretty normal.
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Post by: johnro on September 29, 2011, 11:50:59 pm
It is impossible not to be swept away by the atmosphere in Melbourne throughout the week leading up to grand final - we had a sabbatical year in Melbourne and so enjoyed the whole experience. So Melbournians have a great day today!!!!!  :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 30, 2011, 01:33:55 am
I've been over to 3 grand finals in my lifetime and it is certainly an experience to remember.  2 successes (1 a Crows match and the other a Power final, my main team)  plus 1 dismal failure to your team 4 years ago maddy. DH came to that one, pity about the result but at least he is the only person in his family who can say they've been to the MCG and experienced the magnificent spectacle of an AFL grand final. His wheelchair spot was the best seat in the house.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 30, 2011, 06:36:04 am
I have yet to go to a grand final. Maybe one day. This house is an ABC house. (Anyone but Collingwood) Although I do have a soft spot for Malthouse.

I love reading all about everyone's shopping and was lamenting the fact that I haven't bought anything exciting. DH reminded me about Yoke's new book. Here it is.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020133.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on September 30, 2011, 07:31:14 am
NEW CMAERA

Yay for our holiday, thought i woukd buy it here and claim the duty back at the airport.

Its a Sony cybershot, goes underwater for 5m, takes videos in HD

Suppose I should read instructions.
H :)
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Post by: Frozzie on September 30, 2011, 08:32:55 am
Nice cookie  :)

Hally yes better get into reading the instructions to get the most out of it... Have a lovely holiday  :)
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Post by: johnro on September 30, 2011, 10:14:39 am
Hally did you happen to pick up a 2nd battery for your camera. I now have 2 extra after our last trip OS. Despite having the charger, videos chew into the battery so I found myself in the middle of NY with 2 flat batteries consequently the purchase of no 3 - I know that you will enjoy Hawaii, have a great holiday!!!!  :-*  :-*
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Post by: Halex on September 30, 2011, 10:56:06 am
No not abattery 32 memory & a tripod!!!

Can always go back........
H :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 30, 2011, 11:05:27 am
New sink,taps and unit for the utility room.What do men say "you can have what you want Dear" then have an opinion when you chose what you would like  :-))
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 30, 2011, 11:21:41 am
Now I need a kettle :o :o mine has just packed up >:( >:( >:(  Just out of warranty,as usual :P Does anyone have a brand they could recommend ?
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Post by: foodiepep on September 30, 2011, 11:50:26 am
Oh you've all confused me.

I have a cat and we love him...but magpies are protected by law.  :-\

Oh stick the law, magpies attach little children and cats are cuddly  ;D ;D ;D


So, Go Cats!
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Post by: maddy on September 30, 2011, 01:08:34 pm
Well......today my 14 year old girl proved to me that we are more alike, than she would like to admit  ;)
Went shopping to pick out a new bed & base for her, only with those intentions in mind.......well......we were happy enough to purchase a large padded headboard we spotted on the net, but when we stumbled upon this fabulous glam gem.....we looked at each other and went......
OH.MY.GOD!......insert *Oooh's & Ahhhs*!

It is padded, and wait for it.......studded with Swarovski Crystals  :o 8) ;D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/Satelliteblobcolurldatablobkeyidblo.jpg?t=1317382560)

We ordered it in black, with a Diamond design......will look very ooh-la-la me thinks  :P  when the light shines on it......it just sparkles!
........so much for that budget  :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 30, 2011, 01:14:43 pm
That will look amazing maddy, great taste girls  8)  You can do my shopping anytime you like :D
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Post by: Frozzie on September 30, 2011, 02:02:50 pm
lucky that she has such a great mum maddy  :)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2011, 02:04:22 pm
i hate shopping  :(
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Post by: Frozzie on September 30, 2011, 02:09:30 pm
any particular reason why fundj?  I love shopping but prefer shopping alone!
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2011, 02:22:57 pm
its the only way to shop alone . i really donot know why. my 4 sister have stop asking me to go shopping with them.

i did have the money 4 weeks ago, dentist bill will be $26.000.00
i have the time
 i think i will take maddy with me to bali  ;D



 
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Post by: nazar on September 30, 2011, 02:24:08 pm
l prefer to shop without kids or husband  its less hassle
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Post by: Frozzie on September 30, 2011, 02:47:21 pm
wow i am so glad i dont have dental problems....thats a big bill for teeth!  DH has alot of problems with his teeth too and gets very annoyed on my very rare visit to the dentist where I get told nothing is wrong...must have good teeth genes... ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 30, 2011, 02:52:23 pm
I like shopping alone too. DD is just the same, a chip off the old block.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on September 30, 2011, 04:23:42 pm
I feel your pain Fundj. I envisage medical and dentist bills to top $20000.00 over the next 2 months.  DS1 needs his wisdom teeth out under GA, DS2 will get his braces next month, I have some big dental work being done and DS is having surgery soon. Wish my prolific producing lemon tree would magiclly turn into a money tree.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on September 30, 2011, 04:36:42 pm
nice thought VHJ  :)
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Post by: johnro on September 30, 2011, 10:50:33 pm
I also love to shop alone - despite my 3 DD's thinking that shopping with Mum is like Xmas (and it probably is for them!!!!!!)  :)  :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 30, 2011, 10:59:13 pm
Nice picture Robyn :)
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Post by: Halex on October 01, 2011, 12:23:45 am
DH is hime, yay, no more cakes, made 3 this week and 2 were doubles.

Anyway back to shopping, not sure how to let DH knw about new camera. Think I will just open up the packages and ask him to help me. Spent $600 with all the bits and pieces..ooppsss.

H :)
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Post by: Twitterpated on October 01, 2011, 12:33:32 am
I bought the WW Complete Book of Modern Classics. Has around 450 pages of recipes. Having a look at what I can convert for this week.
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Post by: Yvette on October 01, 2011, 01:04:59 am
Received my vacuum sealer today yay only ordered it thursday night
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Post by: johnro on October 01, 2011, 01:51:55 am
I can feel a pie maker coming on  :o  :o looked at them yesterday decided against........... read thread on said machine .........reread.......looked at online cost.........not worth ordering, online anyrate.........Harvey Norman and Goodguys 3 mins away..............will she or won't she?............oh dear............
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 01, 2011, 03:07:10 am
good on you for getting a pie maker Robyn lol - you'll love it!!  :D :D :D

(I figured by the time you got back here you will have bought it  :P :P)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 01, 2011, 06:27:35 am
lol!!
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Post by: Yvette on October 01, 2011, 08:21:04 am
Did you buy it Robyn?
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Post by: leesmac78 on October 01, 2011, 04:21:01 pm
I got an iPad for my anniversary.  Now I will never be away from the forum again...

Makes life so easy to check my emails. I run around work with it under my arm looking important and full of agenda.  Much better than carrying around a pile of folders to look busy.  And an iPad is much lighter too....

Xxx
 ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on October 01, 2011, 08:35:43 pm
not much of late but these little bits and pieces...

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Post by: obbie on October 02, 2011, 03:04:43 am
 :D A new top just fell into my lap yesterday when I went shopping. My husband says this morning, I like your new top that fell into the wardrobe.

 ;D ;D ;D

Robyn
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Post by: maddy on October 04, 2011, 01:22:00 pm
Quote from: fundj on September 30, 2011, 02:22:57 pm
i think i will take maddy with me to bali  ;D

LOL.....that would be fun.....if I can past my stupid phobia of being kidnapped, and my organs harvested for the black market  :-X.........I know, ridiculous right?


I am seriously contemplating getting this desk and side table for DD's room

(http://daregallery.com.au/Handler.image?entityType=Product&entityId=b897552c-b4f6-47ce-8053-9dfa0109d5d3&imageId=532937f0-23d0-4101-8e78-9e9900ea839b&lastModified=634345460300000000)

need to see if it's practical to sit at with her laptop

(http://daregallery.com.au/Handler.image?entityType=Product&entityId=179de643-4763-4078-b23f-9dfa01086621&imageId=040ac5bb-3295-4011-a1a0-9e0d00f5099a&lastModified=634224523290000000)

love the high gloss black.
It's so hard to find something different...it's the same stuff in every shop. 
Usually I paint 2nd hand/vintage pieces, but I want her to finally have some new items.




 
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Post by: judydawn on October 04, 2011, 01:25:05 pm
Lovely pieces maddy. Will she be dusting her own room, black is a dreadful dust catcher but apart from that aspect, it will fit in with the rest of the things you have chosen beautifully..
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Post by: fundj&e on October 04, 2011, 01:35:48 pm
JD remember all of that black back in the 80 s all of my friends had everything black, not me i will stick with timber then and now
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Post by: maddy on October 04, 2011, 01:37:01 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 04, 2011, 01:25:05 pm
Will she be dusting her own room, black is a dreadful dust catcher but apart from that aspect, it will fit in with the rest of the things you have chosen beautifully..

Ah, I now remember it is a dust magnet!  I had black furniture as teen (and would it surprise you that I had hot pink walls, and black/white checkerboard floor)  :P
She wants it....she will dust it!   She had initially wanted those mirrored tables  :o but seeing all those fingerprints would drive me even more bonkers!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 04, 2011, 03:16:07 pm
Quote from: obbie on October 02, 2011, 03:04:43 am
:D A new top just fell into my lap yesterday when I went shopping. My husband says this morning, I like your new top that fell into the wardrobe.

 ;D ;D ;D

Robyn

way better than me obbie, I had a 12 pack of toilet paper fall into mine!
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Post by: andiesenji on October 04, 2011, 04:11:49 pm
Quote from: maddy on October 04, 2011, 01:37:01 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 04, 2011, 01:25:05 pm
Will she be dusting her own room, black is a dreadful dust catcher but apart from that aspect, it will fit in with the rest of the things you have chosen beautifully..

Ah, I now remember it is a dust magnet!  I had black furniture as teen (and would it surprise you that I had hot pink walls, and black/white checkerboard floor)  :P
She wants it....she will dust it!   She had initially wanted those mirrored tables  :o but seeing all those fingerprints would drive me even more bonkers!

French polished furniture takes and shows fingerprints with very little effort.  It's the same surface that is put on pianos and think how they seem to attract dust fingerprints with a will.

I have a dining table that has the French polish finish and it lives permanently under a pad and table cloths, that finish is just to difficult to maintain.
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Post by: maddy on October 04, 2011, 11:16:25 pm
Very wise words Andie......so why is it, that my brain won't process these comments, and still have these pieces in my sights?  :-\
Cosmetically I think they will look fabulous, but the common sense side of my brain seems to be switching off!   :P
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Post by: andiesenji on October 05, 2011, 12:58:05 am
I should add that one drop of cola or similar soft drinks will put a white stain on the surface almost immediately.  Wiping it away will leave a "foggy" mark and from personal experience, I can tell you that it is not inexpensive to have moisture rings and such removed - the entire surface has to be refinished or there will be "ripples" showing. 
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Post by: maddy on October 05, 2011, 01:11:25 am
 :o  Oh Andie.....you are positively scaring me now! LOL.

Can I ask maybe a stupid question.....but is proper french polish finish different to a basic high gloss varnish?
I need to find out if these pieces are a 2 pack type of material (like the high gloss kitchen cupboards), or varnished. 
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Post by: KarenH on October 05, 2011, 01:26:13 am
ROFL CP  :D :D :D

I am like you - it is usually toilet paper, nappies and cat food that drops into my trolley.  I long for the day when the boys are finally out of nappies!
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Post by: andiesenji on October 05, 2011, 03:03:41 am
Quote from: maddy on October 05, 2011, 01:11:25 am
:o  Oh Andie.....you are positively scaring me now! LOL.

Can I ask maybe a stupid question.....but is proper french polish finish different to a basic high gloss varnish?
I need to find out if these pieces are a 2 pack type of material (like the high gloss kitchen cupboards), or varnished. 

It is different and originally was done with many layers of shellac both clear and colored.  Now it is done with a nitrocellulose lacquer laid down in a few layers with sanding and polishing between.  The newer materials are not as fragile as the original but are still not as easy to maintain as wood that has been varnished with "marine" varnish that repels water and many chemicals. 

The problem with furniture that is finished with colored or black high-gloss enamel, is that it chips, especially on edges, corners and as the under layers are usually white or gray, it is very obvious. 


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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2011, 07:51:05 am
I went to the Kitchen Warehouse this morning and bought some silver sparkle to put on icing, a digital thermometer and 3 crumpet things-like egg rings with a handle. Photo to follow.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 05, 2011, 08:58:33 am
There are a couple of crumpet recipes on here that I have been looking at cookie and I was wondering about where KW would have the rings - are they the same size as "bought" crumpets?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2011, 09:04:50 am
I'd say there a slightly smaller. I ended up having to ask for them. They were near the silicon egg rings. $4.99 each.
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Post by: kezza on October 05, 2011, 11:26:11 am
So Cookie, are you going to have a go at sourdough crumpets from Yoke's book?  Let me know how you go if you do.  I tried her croissant recipe today, what a hoot.  My DD couldn't stop laughing at me.  They don't look fantastic, but they taste okay :-))
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Post by: maddy on October 05, 2011, 11:56:57 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/KGrHqFhME5oimoybpBOg4cOc6gQ60_58.jpg?t=1317808392)

I have every issue since 2008.....I just can't bear to part with them.

(http://www.donnahay.com.au/images/magazine/issue59/DH59_current_cover.jpg)

2 babydoll tops and ballerina flats for DD, 36 ping pong balls for DS and..............



....Andie.....cover your eyes please!..... :P :P



(http://daregallery.com.au/Handler.image?entityType=Product&entityId=b897552c-b4f6-47ce-8053-9dfa0109d5d3&imageId=532937f0-23d0-4101-8e78-9e9900ea839b&lastModified=634345460300000000)
(http://daregallery.com.au/Handler.image?entityType=Product&entityId=179de643-4763-4078-b23f-9dfa01086621&imageId=040ac5bb-3295-4011-a1a0-9e0d00f5099a&lastModified=634224523290000000)

We checked it out, is the same type of coating as the high gloss kitchen cabinets, and was really fingerprint friendly  8)
.....don't worry, we checked it out thoroughly!
DD is over the moon  :)  of course she will have to take good care of it, as I will say "Andie told you so!"  LOL
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Post by: Meagan on October 05, 2011, 04:11:59 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 05, 2011, 08:58:33 am
There are a couple of crumpet recipes on here that I have been looking at cookie and I was wondering about where KW would have the rings - are they the same size as "bought" crumpets?
CP all about bread on sell crumpet rings with handles the shop bought size and I am sure rising in the yeast out Melville way probably do too.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 05, 2011, 05:19:57 pm
Quote from: maddy on October 05, 2011, 11:56:57 am

....Andie.....cover your eyes please!..... :P :P

We checked it out, is the same type of coating as the high gloss kitchen cabinets, and was really fingerprint friendly  8)
.....don't worry, we checked it out thoroughly!
DD is over the moon  :)  of course she will have to take good care of it, as I will say "Andie told you so!"  LOL

:D
Then it should be perfect.  
Back in the late '60s, early '70s my daughter wanted her bedroom in what I can only describe as "psychedelic" colors - bright blue with lime green with orange and yellow accents.  I had to practically wear my shades when I went in and my cleaner thought we were nuts.  Ah, the "hippy" years..... 8 :-))   But she earned the money to decorate it herself by doing yard work, washing cars and baby sitting so we couldn't say no.  
I still have one of the drapes folded away in the linen closet - will take a photo later to give you an idea.  

Found it and have taken a photo.  The fabric is slightly faded but should give you an idea.  One wall had a "breaking wave" design, blue on the bottom and green at the top with a white dividing line.  Two other walls were divided with the colors the same way but with just a gentle wavy line and there were round "balloons" with the colors in this drape in the top half.  The wall with the windows was white with more balloons. 
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Lizscurtain.jpg)


P.S. She never did get a tatoo - by the time she was old enough to get one on her own, she had outgrown the desire. ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 05, 2011, 11:28:40 pm
Bet you were relieved about that andi  ;D
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Post by: maddy on October 05, 2011, 11:30:55 pm
Wow Andie!  that fabric is gold!  8)
I can only imagine how bright her room would have been  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2011, 02:12:03 am
Yes kezza we are going to try Yoke's crumpet recipe. Will also do the TMX recipe as we've had success with that.

The croissants are 'fun' to make. Mine didn't look very pretty either but did taste good. For my next croissant attempt I want to make the almond ones in her new book. I tried them at the book launch and they were ever so nice.
I'm off to do a gluten free class with her this morning. We're ok with gluten but I just love learning all the different breads and then we eat whatever I feel like making. The tasting at her classes is pretty good too. Jeninwa will be there today.
I'll report back.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 06, 2011, 03:05:39 am
I was in a "Lets Cook & ..." shop in Melbourne this morning and it had laods of things in there, just the right colours, for your kitchen, Maddy.  It was all very tempting, so I don't think you should go there!
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Post by: kezza on October 06, 2011, 10:49:47 am
Cookie, please do report back on the gluten free class.  I have actually booked in for her beginner class on Sat 15th Oct and enquired about Dec11th class, but she hasn't decided what she is going to teach on that day. She is going to let me know.
A couple of days ago I ordered from Kitchenware Direct a Kitchenaid wok and lid, S & P  creme brulee pots and torch and large bread tin. All were on special and arrived today. Felt like Xmas :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2011, 12:25:10 pm
thats the best thing about online shopping, it does feel like you are getting a present  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on October 06, 2011, 01:27:36 pm
I have been on a spending spree this week, King size doona, our wool one is just to hot for us now its started to warm up, a steam mop from Danoz direct. We needed a new tap for our water filter ended up buying a whole new unit. Bette filters I hope. Went to  Yoke sourdough class and bought her book along with some other things. Then I picked up my new found drink love this stuff. You can buy it online http://www.criobru.com.au
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2011, 02:19:15 pm
hey let us know how the steam mop goes. i saw one in the WW supermarket yesterday, maybe should buy it if its still there...
Our doona is wool too and its supposed to breathe and be comfortable for the Aussie climate but whew its off and its on, and my leg hangs out and then I cover myself up, and move the cat over cos I can't flip it and flop it (note: think I am pre-menopausal). Summer here probaby suits a nice cotton blanket but they have no fashion style/colours unless I dye mine black.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 06, 2011, 02:50:13 pm
CP the doona I am replacing was a MiniJumbuk, and suppose to be for all seasons, I bought it  when it was on special, still paid an arm and a leg for it. lol The new one I bought in Kmart.
My daughter and I went halves in a steam mop when she lived next door, she moved last year and so did the mop, funny thing she never offer me my half back. I wanted one that did more than just floors, and have been seeing this one on the TV for awhile. They had free postage and a free vacuum (that one of the kids will get.)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2011, 03:40:20 pm
ha ha yeah those rug rats are never equallly compromising. We have the jumbuk and its not living up to what I thought it was. Hence my cotton blanket over the summer months which is really nice, but it still looks like a hospital blanket.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 06, 2011, 07:04:01 pm
I have to ask, what is a doona?

I have down-filled comforters of various weights that range from very light weight to super heavyweight (60 ounces of white goose down in a queen-size.

I also have an eiderdown that is supposed to be lightweight but is extremely warm and is too small for my bed so I use it for a throw - I have it in a duvet cover that is washable.  Having eiderdown duvets cleaned is extremely expensive, I think they charge by the square inch! ;D

The last time I had the eiderdown cleaned they charged $125.00!  They charge $75.00 to clean the king-size goose down one I have on one guest room bed and charge $50.00 for the smaller ones. 
Which reminds me I have to have one cleaned since Aston sneaked into that room and chewed a rawhide treat on it and it left some stains.   :( >:(
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 06, 2011, 08:42:41 pm
Andie, a doona here in Australia is a (usually down or wool but now often synthetic filled) quilt (the type that is inserted into a removable outer cover).  It's a long time since I heard the term eiderdown, to my mind they are a quilt with a permanent cover.  Not as common now as they used to be.
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Post by: johnro on October 06, 2011, 08:58:02 pm
CP I found the perfect (non-hospital) cotton blanket and it matches the donna cover - was I a happy little vegemite after that purchase!!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: obbie on October 06, 2011, 09:34:35 pm
 :) I bought 2 air conditioners yesterday, and a sofa bed for work.

Now all i need is another thermomix.

Robyn ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 07, 2011, 01:41:51 am
that is a nice one johnro
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Post by: judydawn on October 07, 2011, 01:54:36 am
Quote from: obbie on October 06, 2011, 09:34:35 pm
:) I bought 2 air conditioners yesterday, and a sofa bed for work.

Now all i need is another thermomix.

Robyn ;D
Sounds as if you intend moving in there Robyn  ;)
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Post by: obbie on October 07, 2011, 02:19:51 am
 ;D Judy, i'm at work now 5 days a week, full time, and some saturday mornings.

Now we can go out for dinner and stay at the shop, instead of not going out at all.

Robyn
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Post by: judydawn on October 07, 2011, 11:11:34 am
 I seemed to be shopping most of the day today - bought myself this jag handbag with money given to me for my birthday, 2 tablecloths & 2 outfits for DH.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 07, 2011, 12:38:21 pm
Nice bag Judy 8)
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Post by: judydawn on October 08, 2011, 12:05:32 am
Thanks CC, also bought the sweets for you  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 09, 2011, 04:54:57 am
Lovely bag Judy.
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Post by: Amanda on October 09, 2011, 06:05:33 am
Love the bag, Judy!
I've had a happy morning at the Adelaide Showground Farmers Market and then the Good Food and Wine Show.
Brought home some gorgeous purple carrots, organic spinach, fig & fennel bread, fresh capsicums and basil.
Oh, and a huge bottle of St. Germein - http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php (http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php)   :-)) ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 09, 2011, 06:38:49 am
I'll be interested to hear what you think of the purple carrots Amanda.

Yesterday I bought a Marble Icecream Set. I saw one in Alice Springs and then tried Darwin and here to get one. Then yesterday we saw one and bought it. We rather like mixing 'stuff' into our vanilla icecream.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020145.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 09, 2011, 06:46:56 am
ok cookie what is a marble icecream set?? I have never heard of it and what is its purpose?? just to eat off??
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Post by: maddy on October 09, 2011, 07:08:50 am
Frozzie, you keep the marble in the fridge/freezer, and you mix in nuts/lollies/etc with the spades, without the ice cream melting......I bought one a while back, but it's still in the box  :P
Cold Rock ice-creameries use them for all the mixing......mind you, it's WAY cheaper to do it yourself.....they charge like a wounded bull  :-))

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Post by: Frozzie on October 09, 2011, 07:14:14 am
oh ok..dont think it would be useful in our climate over here..probably more an aussie thing which is why I havent heard of it...

speaking of climate brrrrr its cooling down ALOT over here now...nearly back to warm fire season and not long now and the snow will be back ...boo hooo really not a winter person...  :'(
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Post by: johnro on October 09, 2011, 07:23:24 am
Well lovely Frozzie it is well and truly warming up here in Rockhampton - in fact almost thought about jumping in the pool but water still feels too cold for sooks!!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 09, 2011, 07:29:35 am
haha yes well as it goes...time for staying indoors and dark days and freezing outside, winds, ice oh what fun !!  However Paris is gorgeous in winter...i do love all the fairy lights and deco they put around the place..not christmassy at all just pretty without going OTT

will be very jealous of the aussies and your warm weather and hope you have a better summer than we did....our summer was quite cool even for european standards..
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Post by: johnro on October 09, 2011, 07:33:40 am
Do agree with you about the beauty of Paris - we were there in November - very special!!!!  :)  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 09, 2011, 07:41:19 am
other than the fact that its freezing its my favourite time of year to go to Paris..i absolutely love it  :)  The big departments stores like Galerie Lafayette are gorgeous too  :)  Ever since 2000 the sparkling Tour Eiffel is always lovely to watch  :)  I remember one of the first times I saw that we were drinking in the back of then hubbys clio with teh boot up (was a commercial version) lol at Le Sacre Coeur watching all over paris..loved it!  so many wonderful memories living here  :)
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Post by: jeninwa on October 09, 2011, 11:56:06 am
Quote from: Amanda on October 09, 2011, 06:05:33 am
Brought home some gorgeous purple carrots, organic spinach, fig & fennel bread, fresh capsicums and basil.
Oh, and a huge bottle of St. Germein - http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php (http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php)   :-)) ;D

Love purple carrots, we eat more of them than the orange ones, word of warning  don't steam them in the veroma while cooking rice.  :o
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Post by: maddy on October 09, 2011, 12:02:57 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on October 09, 2011, 11:56:06 am
Quote from: Amanda on October 09, 2011, 06:05:33 am
Brought home some gorgeous purple carrots, organic spinach, fig & fennel bread, fresh capsicums and basil.
Oh, and a huge bottle of St. Germein - http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php (http://www.stgermain.fr/index2.php)   :-)) ;D

Love purple carrots, we eat more of them than the orange ones, word of warning  don't steam them in the veroma while cooking rice.  :o

.......and don't make them into felafel patties either

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_5049.jpg?t=1305090764)

......kids wont touch them because they look weird!, as well as they turn a good shade of black when cooked  :o LOL
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Post by: nazar on October 09, 2011, 12:48:34 pm
l have never seen or tasted purple carrots. do they taste like orange ones
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Post by: Amanda on October 09, 2011, 12:52:02 pm
I'll be very interested to see how these purple carrots taste!  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 09, 2011, 01:12:22 pm
we have them here along with lots of other 'old' time veggies...topinambour has become quite common here too lately..lots of chefs are growing htem in the gardens of chateaux as well etc etc..some of them i have trouble remembering their names (not commonly available for public sale) ...others are becoming more available as seeds for us public folk to grow in our veggie gardens ...i love them...big change from standard veggies and much tastier i have found  :)
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Post by: maddy on October 10, 2011, 07:25:33 am
Quote from: nazar on October 09, 2011, 12:48:34 pm
do they taste like orange ones

I think they do, apparently they have more vitamins.



I bought a card shuffler for the 9 year old.......now he can shuffle his own whilst I'm trying to get dinner ready

(http://www.wepll.com/data/product_img/20090406194830626.jpg)

(http://www.discountkitchenwarehouse.com.au/adm/thumb3.aspx?Source=/prodImg/107/7238-1.jpg&Width=240&Height=180&Scale=true)

another domed cake plate.....looks like glass, but it's acrylic  ;)

(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0001/7526/files/SouthernLadyCover_medium.jpg?101775)

.......and a bag full of goodies that I  bought from the craft shop.......I will "baking" some custom Christmas tree ornaments for my tree this year  8).....it all works in my head.....so now I have some time up my sleeve to create them!


Oh, and returned a morphy richards kettle and replaced it with a Breville quiet boil one

(http://lh4.googleusercontent.com/public/ghBOYkXs4m8otbFf3ofWljMi_1LZvYHzvOr83bJY44JXJwlZwHYZyhqKM_lH5QV7RtDiEQzDwQy07cjYUpat4gqHmtTbZJHycz2b37emsP31Fvy_zJl3JlbN5aWXlqzKkZjQt_kxwHg1cHwNqFOm-7DABn9wNeqiS2JpYKo6Drr8sPdZRCl0qG9DNpEwF011PWI7fpAMIg1cCuh791VZCA)

.....and it really is quiet!......also has the cutest bell sound when it's boiled  8)
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Post by: dede on October 10, 2011, 08:28:18 am
I like that kettle Maddy, I really need a new one, And preferably one that's quiet.
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Post by: judydawn on October 10, 2011, 09:07:32 am
Postie made 2 deliveries today - my pasta maker & foam hand soap pump
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Post by: fundj&e on October 10, 2011, 09:12:34 am
I wonder who is going to make pasta tomorrow :-))..............or maybe tonight 
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Post by: cookie1 on October 10, 2011, 09:12:50 am
Great card shuffler Maddy. I bought one for an elderly friend who has trouble with her hands and plays a lot of cards.
Judy now you can make lots of pasta and wash your hands before and after. :P
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 10, 2011, 09:17:51 am
he he good luck JD. can I suggest you only make half the EDC recipe and don't try and handle too much at once... next thing you will need a pasta rack to make drying the pasta easier  :o this Lamb Sauce (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=1092.0) is really scrumptious with home made pasta.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 10, 2011, 09:22:21 am
yay JD ...homemade pasta coming up  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 10, 2011, 10:14:57 am
I mainly bought it for rolling savoury biscuits but my oven is still waiting to be fixed so that's on hold for the moment.  Will eventually give pasta making a go so thanks for the tips girls.  I could just use my clothes airer couldn't I? 
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Post by: Yvette on October 10, 2011, 10:20:29 am
Good luck with the pasta making Judy, I have never made pasta before it will be interesting to see what you think
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Post by: fundj&e on October 10, 2011, 10:25:05 am
You could depending on the thickness of the pasta
I just have a long broom  type of wood   resting on 2 chairs
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2011, 10:48:09 am
DH and I paid a visit to the Miele showroom this afternoon - the latest addition to the appliance list for the new kitchen:  built-in coffee machine. 
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2011, 10:50:35 am
By the way - great new photos johnro and frozzie!
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Post by: judydawn on October 10, 2011, 10:54:05 am
It's certainly different to normal coffee machines Karen - is it easy to clean?  You might as well go the whole hog and finish your kitchen with everything that opens and shuts - you've waited so long for it you deserve the works.
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2011, 11:00:21 am
It is very easy to clean JD - that was one of the first things I got them to show me in the store!  Apart from us both getting free coffees made for us, and the kids getting free bikkies and dropping crumbs all over the showroom floor and leaving fingerprints on the shiny appliances ;)

It is built in to the wall, above the oven, so saves bench space.
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Post by: johnro on October 10, 2011, 11:00:44 am
Thanks Karen - I have been pleased with our miele appliances - do not have the coffee machine though  :)  :)
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Post by: maddy on October 11, 2011, 05:20:50 am
The Ezibuy online Christmas catalogue was too much temptation, for a weak willed girl such as myself  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C78319.jpg?t=1318302231)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C78315.jpg?t=1318302157)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C78302.jpg?t=1318302319)

and 3 sets each of these for the Christmas tree

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C78421.jpg?t=1318301820)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C78416.jpg?t=1318301984)

and a fitted quilt valance in Lilac for DD (only $20!)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C71216.jpg?t=1318304185)

oh, and 2 personalized prints for Hubby & son for under the tree.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C81202.jpg?t=1318303989)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/LARGE5C81200.jpg?t=1318303969)

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Post by: maddy on October 11, 2011, 06:14:25 am
THIS PURCHASE IS ALL JUDY'S FAULT!!!!!!

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--soRlLSxwvI/TmofjZaKN_I/AAAAAAAAAZs/2B4Fwm1flkc/s400/fizz.JPG)

Highlights

    * Limited edition Pink Fizz SodaStream machine
    * SodaStream and Groupon will donate $5 from every purchase
      to the National Breast
      Cancer Foundation
    * Comes with Fizz Chip™ digital screen to indicate fizziness
      and gas level
    * 60L gas cylinder
    * Twin pack 1L bottles
    * Twin pack Pink 500mL bottles
    * 6 Natural Goodness syrups
    * Nationwide delivery
    * Delivery voucher for next SodaStream product purchase
    * Brand-new product not yet released to the public
    * Modern, artistic style to complement kitchens

.......I will gift my 3 week old one to my parents (for Dads tonic water), and replace it with this one for me  ;D


....... :-* Thank you Judy for letting me know about it.......YOUR A STAR!  :-*

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 11, 2011, 06:24:38 am
Maddy you are a shocker. :D :D :D I love all your purchases.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on October 11, 2011, 06:36:43 am
Maddie was the Sodastream on Groupon? I bought one not long ago but this one look great.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on October 11, 2011, 06:37:04 am
Maddy, I wish you lived closer.  
I have a pink cake and pie carrier that would fit nicely in your kitchen.

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/piecarrier.jpg)

It will hold two pies and one fairly tall cake.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/piecarrier2.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 11, 2011, 06:56:42 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 11, 2011, 06:24:38 am
Maddy you are a shocker. :D :D :D I love all your purchases.

LOL.....oh I know  :P

Quote from: Wonder on October 11, 2011, 06:36:43 am
Maddie was the Sodastream on Groupon? I bought one not long ago but this one look great.

It was.....Judy kindly made me aware of it  8) Bless her cotton socks  ;D

Quote from: andiesenji on October 11, 2011, 06:37:04 am
Maddy, I wish you lived closer. 
I have a pink cake and pie carrier that would fit nicely in your kitchen.


Oh that is a pink vintage gem Andie!  8).....wish I lived closer too.....would love to play hide and seek in that attic of yours  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on October 11, 2011, 08:39:11 am
We have had this coffee machine for 18 months and the pump died on it today  :o :o :o :o :o
(http://www.breville.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/11/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/8/0/800es_01_product_110329.jpg)

DH rang Breville today and bless them told us to return it for exchange. Gold old Good Guys allowed us to pay the extra and upgrade to this one  ;D ;D ;D
(http://www.breville.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/11/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/e/bes860_02_product_110329.jpg)

fair to say we were impressed with Breville's customer service today  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 11, 2011, 08:53:23 am
faffa excellent customer service...wish they were like that here  :)

maddy you are utterly and totally hopeless.....there is no hope for you lol  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 11, 2011, 09:06:02 am
Good for you Maddy - how could I not let you know about that offer.  It had your name written all over it  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 11, 2011, 09:54:38 am
Quote from: Frozzie on October 11, 2011, 08:53:23 am
maddy you are utterly and totally hopeless.....there is no hope for you lol  :P

ABSOLUTELY NONE I TELL YOU! ;D

That's one coooool coffee machine Faffs!  8)  Very noice
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on October 11, 2011, 10:19:28 am
yes we are a bit partial to our coffee lol and the jolly TMX always appears to be in use when we want one so decided that a coffee machine wasn't one that we would be parting with. Have toyed for ages about getting a fully automatic one but neither DH or I really like the coffee they produce so this one was the winner today  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 11, 2011, 10:40:41 am
Quote from: maddy on October 11, 2011, 06:14:25 am
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--soRlLSxwvI/TmofjZaKN_I/AAAAAAAAAZs/2B4Fwm1flkc/s400/fizz.JPG)

Highlights

    * Limited edition Pink Fizz SodaStream machine
    * SodaStream and Groupon will donate $5 from every purchase
      to the National Breast
      Cancer Foundation
    * Comes with Fizz Chip™ digital screen to indicate fizziness
      and gas level
    * 60L gas cylinder
    * Twin pack 1L bottles
    * Twin pack Pink 500mL bottles
    * 6 Natural Goodness syrups
    * Nationwide delivery
    * Delivery voucher for next SodaStream product purchase
    * Brand-new product not yet released to the public
    * Modern, artistic style to complement kitchens

I was just thinking about buying a soda stream (addicted to Coca Cola, out of the can, which gets expensive when its €.49 per can + €.25 deposit, compared to a 1.5l or 2l bottle (though I hate flat cola, so if I use a bottle I drink more and tend to drink a Pint glasses worth at a time!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 11, 2011, 10:42:39 am
€.25 deposit, please explain 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 11, 2011, 10:45:06 am
I don't drink cola, but hubby said the soda stream one tastes like the no name branded ones.
I LOVE the ginger beer, and want to try the lemon & peach tea ones.
We don't buy soft drink often, but when hubby has been sweating all day on the tractor, he can a have a fizzie when he feels like one.  I guess it gives him a sugar boost  ???
I'm also thinking some cool flavoured ice cream spiders or slushies for summertime  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 11, 2011, 10:51:21 am
Tarasis Sorry i was not trying to be rude with the please explain bit
A few years ago we had politician that when a journalist would ask her a question she would reply, please explain
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 11, 2011, 11:04:07 am
Quote from: fundj on October 11, 2011, 10:51:21 am
Tarasis Sorry i was not trying to be rude with the please explain bit
A few years ago we had politician that when a journalist would ask her a question she would reply, please explain

Quote from: fundj on October 11, 2011, 10:42:39 am
€.25 deposit, please explain 

Don't worry, I didn't take it as rude at all. On cans, glass bottles and some plastic bottles we pay a refundable deposit when we buy the drink to encourage people & companies to recycle the bottles/cans rather than simply dump them in the bin. It works well and there is a secondary "benefit" of bin hokers searching for cans/bottles to return for money. Some of the bottles used (particularly the 500ml & 1L bottles used by the Coca Cola Company) are made of a harder plastic which can be pressure cleaned and re-used. Most people tend to buy crates of 10 1L bottles and pay a deposit on the crate and the bottles (but also crates of Fruit Juice, Fizzy Water, Beer and what not) and forward the refunded deposit into the next crate.

There used to be a similar thing in Northern Ireland a long ole time ago on class bottles but they stopped when I was a kid (late 80's, poss very early 90's).

One thing with Germany, compare to the UK, is they really aren't that big of shopping deals or BOGOF offers (Buy One Get One Free) so were in the UK you'd often get CC at reasonable prices in Cans you don't here. (Think like £1.99 for 12 cans, with BOGOF, compared to  €3.00 for 6 cans + deposit)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 11, 2011, 11:13:16 am
€.75 for a can of coke :o  on sale here we pay 0.50 cents per can
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on October 11, 2011, 12:57:51 pm
Love everyone's recent buys, do you need a licence to drive that coffee machine faffa?
Love the soda stream and all your other shopping Maddy. i would never have thought of using my pasta machine for anything other than pasta JD, I learn something every time I visit this fantastic group.


My little buy today

(http://images.theage.com.au/2011/10/03/2665501/art-353-inthemix_20111003122603135539-200x0.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 11, 2011, 01:36:50 pm
I was surprised to win a copy of that book the other day in competition on Thermovixens (http://thermovixens.com/) blog (no rule saying you had to be in Australia so I figured what the hey it was worth a shot). Looking forward to trying some of the recipes in there.

Most of the stuff I tend to buy are CD's (nearly all are film scores from the past rather than current movies) though there are a few kitchen bits I keep meaning to get (meat thermometer, pasta machine, a non shaped rubber spatula for use in the thermomix as a left hander I find using the default spatula thing awkward, a large rubber pastry mat and a few other bits)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on October 11, 2011, 01:58:53 pm
We are Nespresso lovers. We have two machines, one in the kitchen and one for traveling. They are quite costly in Australia so every trip i make back, I take one for a friend,  just bought one for my mom for €49.  They cost $299 in aus.  So that and a thermomix will make for some heavy hand luggage.

Xxx

 ;D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 11, 2011, 02:05:42 pm
Quote from: fundj on October 11, 2011, 11:13:16 am
€.75 for a can of coke :o  on sale here we pay 0.50 cents per can

Well its still 0.50 cents (euro cents, current exchange rates mean Aus $0.69) per can, you do get the deposit back as long as you don't throw it away. 500ml bottles tend to run between 0.99-1.50+ deposit, 1L bottles 0.89 - 1.99 + deposit. 330ml glass bottles (in crates from Drinks places) tend to by 0.59 + deposit.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on October 11, 2011, 05:03:16 pm
Quote from: leesmac78 on October 11, 2011, 01:58:53 pm
We are Nespresso lovers. We have two machines, one in the kitchen and one for traveling. They are quite costly in Australia so every trip i make back, I take one for a friend,  just bought one for my mom for €49.  They cost $299 in aus.  So that and a thermomix will make for some heavy hand luggage.

Xxx

 ;D



Make sure you put your blades in your suitcase Lee ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on October 11, 2011, 05:10:45 pm
Absolutely, we have already had that discussion, thanks

Xxx

 ;D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 12, 2011, 09:36:36 am
You wouldn't believe how hard it was to find biscuit/cake tins in my area - finally found some today.  Not exactly my colour but they will be kept in the pantry anyway so a bit of pink will remind me of maddy every time I open them  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katya on October 12, 2011, 09:49:45 am
I was just looking at those tins JD and immediately thought of Maddy ....  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 12, 2011, 09:53:50 am
 :D :D Yes Katya, see pink - think maddy these days.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 12, 2011, 10:40:26 am
When i see spinach i think of hally ,T towels its cookie1, anything pink maddy, shopping is not the same any more, i talk to myself now thats just nuts :-))   
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 12, 2011, 10:48:21 am
we have these types of biscuit tins from brittany (bretagne) and they are fantastic as they have a humidity element in the lid that keeps biccies fresh for alot longer than in any other type of container..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on October 12, 2011, 05:10:31 pm
To celebrate Thermie's new found wellness, I bought him a little present.  Wunderbares Backen.  This is obviously a baking book, all in German.  Just made bagels to celebrate.

xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on October 12, 2011, 08:12:25 pm
I've got some vintage cracker/cookie "keepers" with a removable hollow knob on the lid that contains a dessicant to keep the contents dry.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/HPIM4338.jpg)

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/HPIM4339.jpg)

The knobs can be "baked" in the oven to remove the moisture the crystals have absorbed and the specific instructions are on the inside of each lid.  I just put the knobs in the oven and will post another photo when they are "done."
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/HPIM4340.jpg)
These are made in U.S.A. but there were similar ones made in England and I have seen one bread box like this.

A close up of the "Blue Magic crystals" in the knobs after "baking" in the oven.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Canisters%20and%20accessories/HPIM4341.jpg)

I did a search on eBay and found a bunch - seen here (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4522.m570.l1313&_nkw=vintage+blue+magic+krispy+kan&_sacat=See-All-Categories).

P.S.  one is in Australia.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 12, 2011, 09:23:48 pm
Quote from: leesmac78 on October 12, 2011, 05:10:31 pm
To celebrate Thermie's new found wellness, I bought him a little present.  Wunderbares Backen.  This is obviously a baking book, all in German.  Just made bagels to celebrate.

xxx

 ;D

Hmm that might be a book to get for the missus, she does like her cakes and what not. Is the bagel recipe in there Lee?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 13, 2011, 01:46:37 am
tarasis we have a gorgeous bagel recipe here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=3217.0). Now you'l have to think of another excuse to buy the book  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 13, 2011, 01:52:14 am
Those canisters are lovely Andie, do they work well,crackers stay fresher for longer?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 13, 2011, 01:54:47 am
Yikes, they want $67.50 for the one in Australia andie.  Great idea but that is rather expensive for a bikkie tin.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on October 13, 2011, 02:12:30 am
I've inlcuded this on another thread but this morning I made a snap decision to purchase a Kindle and Kindle cover with light. Can't wait for delivery from the US which is meant to be next Tuesday.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on October 13, 2011, 02:17:39 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 13, 2011, 01:54:47 am
Yikes, they want $67.50 for the one in Australia andie.  Great idea but that is rather expensive for a bikkie tin.

That's because not only is it "vintage" - it is "imported"   ;)

I bought one of mine new many years ago and found the red one at a Salvation Army store. 

You can buy the food grade silica gel crystals and put some in the "fill them yourself" teabags - the kind you iron an edge to seal.

They really do keep the crackers and cookies, etc., crisp.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 13, 2011, 06:04:54 am
Just added to the appliance and cook book arsenal!  :P

(http://cdn.dealsdirect.net/m/products/427/44427/23/product1_44427_600x600.jpg?filename=Eurolab+Mini+Cup+Cake+Maker)

Good for savoury mini muffins too.

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51B8BSEBkBL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 13, 2011, 06:17:11 am
I love the cookie/cake tins. I have a 3 tiered set that I bought when we first married and despite having been dropped a couple of times they are good. Don't keep biscuits fresh though so I use a different container.
Maddy I saw the cupcake makers and didn't dare even think about it. They look fantastic. Do you have a secret place to put all your gadgets?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: leesmac78 on October 13, 2011, 06:43:22 am
Yes Rob.  Not a bad book. Just need to deceipher all the German.  But I did it!

Xxx

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 13, 2011, 07:05:31 am
Now, why doesn't that surprise me maddy - is it pink?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 13, 2011, 07:15:22 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 13, 2011, 07:05:31 am
Now, why doesn't that surprise me maddy - is it pink?

....well no it's not  :(  but neither is thermie....so I will cope  :P  Actually, the TM is quite a boring colour really  :-\ maybe time to glammy it up like Frozzie's!


Quote from: cookie1 on October 13, 2011, 06:17:11 am
Do you have a secret place to put all your gadgets?

Well, a big shed + lots of clear storage boxes.......but before they vacation there, they usually stack up along side the book case  :o there's quite a stack now!  Pretty tablecloths hide their existence for the time being  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 13, 2011, 08:33:57 am
Same with thefrench ones ....you put the whole lid in oven to dry out... They are really good and are much cheaper around 10 to 12 euros :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 13, 2011, 11:43:15 am
I did have a bimbo moment ...................i will take a photo of my new camera now  :-[
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 13, 2011, 11:55:42 am
Fundj: and apparently write Uni on it ;D (I've taken photo's of new gear before too)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 13, 2011, 10:19:34 pm
bought the new kindle (should have it tomorrow)  ;D and went ikea shopping lol...quilt for DD, some doors and drawers for a piece we have in our bedroom and a mosaic miroir to go in downstairs toilet...nothing cooking related though  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 12:21:24 am

I really need to find a good can opener

I have spent 100s of $ over the years, i always have my suicide (DH calls it that) one around,  and i hate it, but its the only one that works and lasts forever.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on October 14, 2011, 12:32:30 am
fundj, I find the tupperware can opener works fantastically and has lasted a lot longer than any of the cheaper ones I've had. I'm not generally a big fan of tupperware but I would happily recommend the can opener as a worthwhile investment - they aren't cheap though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on October 14, 2011, 12:33:47 am
Wonder - you just beat me to it!  I am also a big fan of the tupperware can opener.  I can recommend it
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 12:40:26 am
My last one was $ 70.00  :o


I think my problem is that i open very large cans with it , the 3kg ones 


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 12:43:58 am
So you knew  what i meant by the  suicide one  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 14, 2011, 12:49:39 am
I didn't fundj?  Photo please.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2011, 12:53:09 am
I have a Magi-can opener - probably about 20 years old now and still going strong...mind you I have never opened a 3kg can with it  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 12:59:25 am
this type JD DH gets sooooooooo >:( with me when, i use it
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 14, 2011, 01:00:16 am
Yep,that's what I imagined you meant. You have to get a new one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 01:08:22 am
yes i do and its buckle broof  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2011, 01:20:06 am
buckle broof? do you mean muscle proof?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nay-nay on October 14, 2011, 01:20:42 am
That's the type I use if camping or have no power and hubby does not like it either. But the electric can opener is the only one that has even worked every time without fail and have not had to replace (got it for wedding pressie).  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on October 14, 2011, 01:21:15 am
that looks dangerous!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 01:23:57 am
Its a killer but it works ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on October 14, 2011, 01:35:06 am
I have one of the battery operated one that rides around the top of the can on its own.  They were so cheap at the kitchen outlet store that I bought three, figuring I would just toss them when they died but so far am still using the first and the batteries last a good while.

One Touch can opener. (http://www.skyhome.com.au/one-touch.html)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 01:53:54 am
If i had a the right spot in my kitchen  i would get one of these

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 14, 2011, 06:23:40 am
My favourite can opener is the one DH was issued when he did his national service. I'm left handed so have problems with some can openers.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 14, 2011, 08:06:17 am
Ah yes fundj, we all have/had one of those but they do work.  My DD has something down there that I have a devil of a job working out, I usually end up handing it to DH to figure out as I don't have patience with fandangled items.  She also has a enjo mop that I couldn't work out how to open to put the cloth on - even though it had the word open and an arrow, darn thing wouldn't open for me so I got down on my hands and knees and just used the mop attachment  :-))  Her whole house is too hi-tech for me.  The doorbell went but I didn't know how to use the security thingy whatsit which showed you who was at the front door so, not being able to tell them I was on my way down, I ran down 2 flights of stairs and caught them just as they were leaving the property.  Naturally DD thinks it's funny but give me the old fashioned ideas any day.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2011, 08:22:19 am
 :D :D :D you sound abit like Granny from the Beverley Hillbillies!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on October 14, 2011, 08:24:06 am
I am completely useless when it comes to using the suicide can opener Fundj - I have the tupperware can opener and love it!!!!!  :)  :) Received In the mix about 10mins ago so have not even opened the pages!!!!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 14, 2011, 09:22:21 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2011, 08:22:19 am
:D :D :D you sound abit like Granny from the Beverley Hillbillies!

Probably look like her too CP  ;D ;D

Oh, DD was surprised & impressed when she found out I was buying goods online AND had my first leg waxing recently at the ripe old age of 65  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 14, 2011, 11:25:06 am
Oh J D, you sound like you are doing well. Gave me a giggle too. I think she is a  Lucky DD to have you.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 14, 2011, 01:56:07 pm
oh dear JD...you gave me such a giggle with imagining you at DDs house  :D :D :D :D  im still laughing imaging you trying to figure out the mop and the interphone !!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2011, 03:39:46 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 14, 2011, 09:22:21 am
Oh, DD was surprised & impressed when she found out I was buying goods online

I texted my DD23 something probs along the line of ROTFLMAO  (wasn't that one but) and she said...what are you talking about mum, I said "its obvious! we all talk like this nowadays", she said "mum, never heard of it, I think you are making things up", I said "rubbish, this is how we talk on the forum". She disputed all the short talk ha ha, and turns out I was right cos we googled the abbreviation. Those crazy kids don't want to keep up with technology  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 14, 2011, 06:34:03 pm
haha good on you cp...one over the kids  ;D  how could she not have heard of that...maybe even text lingo is getting old hat lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 14, 2011, 09:54:56 pm
1 for the mums CP......................... ;D oh what a feeling         
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 15, 2011, 12:09:42 am
Yes, it doesn't happen very often. Grand-children are different - they think we know everything (mind you, mine are only youngsters so I guess that will change when they become teenagers and then they will probably think they know everything ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 15, 2011, 12:14:29 am
So true JD,  littlies think we know everything,teenagers think we know nothing but then it does turn again doesn't it,perhaps when the kids have kids they look for advise again.  My kids think it's hilarious that mums on a "forum".
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 15, 2011, 12:21:46 am
My DD2 still thinks it's amazing that by her introducing me to the TMX it has led to such an involvement in this forum and all the friends I have made from it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on October 15, 2011, 12:27:51 am
Our 3 DD's are not shocked by anything Mum does or doesn't do - but I speak form the mouth of the non Grandparent experience and heavens knows when that day will come.  The girls are more shocked at some of the things I tell them as to the happenings in the lives of current adolescents - after all as a result of teaching mainly yrs 11 and 12 for eons I have been able to an observer to all that is current and believe me many times there are 'beam me up Scotty moments!!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on October 15, 2011, 01:03:56 am
I tell my grandchildren about my grandfather, who was the major "parent" in my childhood.  He and my grandmother raised me after my mom and dad divorced when I was still a toddler. 
My grandma had a lot of input but my grandpa and I had an extraordinary relationship, considering he was elderly when I was born (my mother was 16 and grandmother was only 32) but I was the only girl born in a generation, my mother being the last, and he took it upon himself to teach me to read by the time I was four and encouraged me to do things considered to be male-only activities. 
(He was far ahead of his time in many ways.)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 15, 2011, 01:08:02 am
With my kids its..........plssssssssssss  dnt  embarrass me  :-[
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Post by: judydawn on October 15, 2011, 01:12:25 am
I know some people who are embarrassed by their aging parents but I usually find them interesting people - different I guess when they are not your own parents. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on October 15, 2011, 02:00:30 am
 :) Just remember that the kids usually pick the parents nursing homes.

I just loved it a few years ago, when my parents went for a ski holiday.

Spending The Kids inheritance.

They have been on quite a few since too.

Robyn
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Post by: fundj&e on October 15, 2011, 02:02:44 am
Good on them, that’s my plan 2  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2011, 04:59:59 am
Exactly what we're doing. ;) ;)

I'm going to give up looking at this thread.  It is very dangerous.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020147.jpg)

It will certainly reduce the amount of liquid soap I buy. Thanks to ever suggested it. The woman in Howards Storage asked me where I heard about it. :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on October 15, 2011, 06:42:37 am
I ordered 2 of the Cruisipro Foam Pumps off ebay this morning. Didn't even think of Howards Storage.  :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 15, 2011, 08:24:01 am
im sure hte forum AND maddy is repsonsable for quite alot of purchasing here and there lol  :)
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Post by: Meagan on October 16, 2011, 12:01:48 am
I have had 2 of those dispensers for a while now, one in the kitchen and one in the bathroom. Love them. They are so great for kids as my ds2 used to squeeze out heaps of liquid soap and a lot would be wasted. the woman at upwards storage probably asked as they were featured on a tv show a while back and were sold out for a period of time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on October 16, 2011, 08:40:06 pm
I got two from Cuisipro last week.  Love them!  I initially went into Howards Storage World to buy them and the assistant there didn't have a clue what I was talking about!

I've been busy the last couple of days and am only catching up on the forum just now.  When I grew up the "suicide" can openers were the ones we had as well and I hated them.  I always promised mum that I would buy her a decent can opener with my first pay when I started working ($21.50 per week in my hand in those days!).  When I did buy the 'new fangled' one she wouldn't give up the old ones so I had to chuck them in the bin.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 16, 2011, 10:26:40 pm
Great sales in the city yesterday

75% off the already discounted price  a 3pices set pjs 1. TOP  1. BOTTOMS and what i thought was a Boob tube top+ a small
bag that you can store your pjs for only $ 8.99, unheard of brand chloe&Lola(for me). i said to DH i will get some for the girls DD and DIL, for xmas, + i got 2 set for me. Please keep in mind that  its a set of 4 and all tied together  and i am not a fan of shopping
i just unpacked the shopping from yesterday  oh boy was i wrong about the boob tube
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on October 17, 2011, 01:18:46 am
 :D :D Belly Band. Find a pregnant woman and give it to her. I hear they are fantastic and enable the girls to wear there own tops for longer. The belly band fills in the gap!. I've just given my Niece a voucher to buy some maternity gear and encouraged her to buy one of these.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 17, 2011, 01:21:26 am
 ;D ;D thats funny fundj. Sadly I'm not pregnant (no thats not the sad bit) but I do need one of those bands (thats sad)  :'(
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on October 17, 2011, 01:22:21 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Ditto CP
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: nazar on October 17, 2011, 01:23:45 am
are you wanting some grand children
well this is a big hint if you do
i that it that you do not want any more your self
so now you now why they were so cheap
oh well we all make these mistakes
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 17, 2011, 01:30:14 am
I am wearing the leggings now, very comfy  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on October 17, 2011, 01:33:26 am
Ditto CP, are you going to wear the boob tube with the leggins? ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on October 17, 2011, 06:14:57 am
lol uni...nevermind i have on occassion picked somethign up and thought thats quite nice only to find its maternity gear lol...havent bought a tummy band by mistake as a boob tube though haha are they even still worn??? seems like an 80s item to be and probably should stay there  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on October 17, 2011, 07:07:52 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 13, 2011, 01:46:37 am
tarasis we have a gorgeous bagel recipe here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=3217.0). Now you'l have to think of another excuse to buy the book  ;)

Thank you CP, they were indeed gorgeous :) As to buying the book ... well Xmas is coming up ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 17, 2011, 07:49:37 am
Love the boob tube fundj.  :D :D
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Post by: maddy on October 19, 2011, 03:12:38 am
blinking sauce & mustard bottles.....gave me a good laugh, and they freak my girl out  ;D

(http://edgecastcdn.net/800034/www.perpetualkid.com/productimages/lg2/COND-1003.jpg)

Tala jam strainer

(http://www.scattysquirrel.co.uk/ekmps/shops/holmag12/images/tala-jam-strainer-set-2685-p.jpg)

....and too much spent on new cricket gear for the boy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on October 20, 2011, 01:02:08 am
I love the sauce bottles Maddy.

I wish I had more time to shop,  and shops to shop in.
Its 1 hour drive for any decent shops.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 20, 2011, 01:15:29 am


(http://images.sodahead.com/polls/002004021/5552852351_tji_shocked_face2_answer_1_xlarge.jpeg)


.......an hour away from ANY store would positively drive me I.N.S.A.N.E. !
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on October 20, 2011, 02:55:07 am
 ;D Saves me money though...

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 21, 2011, 02:07:39 am
 a few weeks ago i mentioned to DH about getting a slower cookie, i have been cooking/palying around with DD one 4 about 4 weeks

just got a call from DH to ask me what size i want ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 21, 2011, 04:29:21 am
What size do you want fundj?  I have a large one but it is too large for just 2 people, wish I had a smaller one as well but I am not going to buy another one at this stage for the limited amount of times I would use it. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on October 21, 2011, 05:00:20 am
i did want the small but DH said no just in case it was too small. i have osso bucco on in my DS slower cooker at the moment

6 pieces of meat and heaps of veg a its just right
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 21, 2011, 07:00:15 am
He's sweet. :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on October 22, 2011, 01:23:35 am
Have lamb shanks on at the moment in the SC - it is my simulation to a houseboy, great arriving home at the end of a day to a cooked meal!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2011, 01:30:48 am
Especially lamb shanks and mashed potato Robyn, yum  :)
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Post by: johnro on October 22, 2011, 01:36:35 am
So one could question why I am not leaving my houseboy  :D  :D to cook on a work day - but with with the cloudy and windy day felt like lamb shanks today!!!!  :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on October 22, 2011, 01:48:53 am
Exciting development re my need for the Cuisinart cream maker with compressor!  I often shop online with kitchenware direct where they have the instant price match available when you are searching,the model I want to purchase was listed with KD for $499,whereas Home Depot had it for $399 - I just received notification that kitchenware direct will match that price, I simply need to quote the reference number in the email - yahoo!!!!!  :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 22, 2011, 04:05:22 am
had a friend over for dinner the other night, and the comment was made "gee, you like your gadgets" and whilst I knew that it was funny that someone else (especially male) should happen to notice (DH has blinkers on I reckon) I think that perhaps a lot of the forum people are pretty like minded in this respect  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: foodiepep on October 22, 2011, 06:39:02 am
Yes, Creampuff we like our gadgets here.  lol

I think that if you like cooking you also like making cooking more enjoyable and gadgets help.  For example, I love making cheery pie, imagine having to pit cherries without a cherry pitter or making ice cream without the TMX and/or an ice cream maker
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 22, 2011, 07:22:11 am
Gee I don't have a cherry pitter. To be honest I would like to have enough cherried so that I needed one.
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Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2011, 07:34:59 am
Robyn that is a great price for the Cuisinart ice-cream maker - have you ordered it?
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Post by: johnro on October 22, 2011, 09:23:07 am
No Judy but I took up Kathryn's sugggestion and have put a list with preferred supplier on the fridge (given that the gift giving season is approaching) + attached the email which I received yesterday re Kitchenware Direct price match.  However there will be an order sent from this house during the coming week  :)   :D  :)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2011, 09:25:20 am
There will have to be Robyn or you might miss out on that price.  Have you cleared the fridge so that this note stands out and cannot be missed  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on October 22, 2011, 09:46:13 am
Go for it Robyn. Mine is a sunbeam but it aerates the icecream beautifully. We now have all natural icecream in a variety of flavours.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on October 22, 2011, 09:57:56 am
Brought myself a cupcake maker yesterday. Makes 6 cupcakes. With the problem I have with my oven I thought this was a great idea. Made some plain vanilla cupcakes last night and some whit choc chip and raspberry cup cakes today. Cooks them perfectly and all the same size.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 22, 2011, 10:00:16 am
Hope my DD doesn't see this, she wants me to get a cupcake maker, how long for a batch
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Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2011, 10:01:17 am
That was a great idea mandi - now you know they are going to turn out perfect every time.
Is an 8 hole pie maker on the list next  ;)
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Post by: foodiepep on October 22, 2011, 11:56:41 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 22, 2011, 07:22:11 am
Gee I don't have a cherry pitter. To be honest I would like to have enough cherried so that I needed one.

Cookie it isn't like we grow cherries or anything, but when they are in season we buy extras so we can have cherry pie out of season.  Frozen cherries cost $18+ /kg so if cherries are ever on sale I buy extra for later.  Oh and it's very exciting when I sort out the freezer and find a bag of cherries.    ;D

You can also use a cherry pitter for pitting olives.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 22, 2011, 12:29:06 pm
I love my cherry pitter, it does 4 at a time and has 2 sizes. We use it for olives also.  Especially love it at Xmas time
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on October 22, 2011, 01:17:49 pm
Takes around 6-8 minutes to cook 6. Um and an 8 hole pie maker would be great lol.
Oh and forgot to mention that I got myself an iPad too. I'm loving the convenience of it. Got it second hand and is only a few months old. Very pleased with my purchase and saved a few $$$ too. (now lets hope the iPad doesn't have gremlins like Hally's iPad)  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on October 22, 2011, 01:33:16 pm
Mmm you have to be careful with the proof reading. I always need to go back and modify my posts. iPad seems to have a sneaky way ofl playing with our words. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on October 23, 2011, 02:06:02 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/43067_149341_extra.jpg?t=1319331203)

My Dad swears by it

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2-Yo-ztObXE/TRvYM5FPdEI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/Ad-Ha1l3VE4/s200/marble+grinder.jpg)

(http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/937834-Large.jpg)

(http://www.proactiv.com.au/awms/Upload/Images/Proactiv/Products/4%20Piece%20Pack%20Moisture%20-%20upgradebanner.jpg)

......for the teenager

and tube of cricket balls for the boy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on October 23, 2011, 02:23:09 am
Love the pink scissors Mandy, I have seen so many pink things, while shopping this week and think of you every time. Pink watering can at Bunnings, pink ice cream maker etc. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on October 23, 2011, 02:28:07 am
I bought one of these during the week, have been buying large boxes of fruit for $10.00, borrowed my friends dehydrator, (thinking of buying one) 

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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 02:45:20 am
good for pizza and pastry 2  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 02:46:55 am
jeninwa, can its peel potatoes  ???
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Post by: nazar on October 23, 2011, 02:48:46 am
ok fundj    what does it do ?
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 02:52:05 am
meat tenderiser, have alook at maddys post below ;D
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Post by: nazar on October 23, 2011, 02:59:43 am
how do you use it for pizza and pastry
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 03:03:32 am
sometimes a pizza can puff up while baking this will help with that , same for the pastry instead of using a fork

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Post by: nazar on October 23, 2011, 03:07:14 am
oh ok      thanks            had not thought to use it for that
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 03:07:42 am
like this one
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Post by: nazar on October 23, 2011, 03:32:20 am
YEEEOOHHHHH that one looks very painful  , l would not want my kids to get hold of it     
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on October 23, 2011, 03:54:34 am
Quote from: fundj on October 23, 2011, 02:46:55 am
jeninwa, can its peel potatoes  ???

If you remove the cutting blade at the front (the one that slices and cores), you can peel most of the potato, I just had to give it a try to find out. I have peeled pears ok with it. Next to try is an orange.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 04:06:45 am
thanks jeninwa
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Post by: andiesenji on October 23, 2011, 04:23:02 am
I've got a rotary pastry docker.  Good for pie dough, flatbreads, etc., where you don't want bubble blowouts.  I use it to "tame" puff pastry to keep the puffing even.

Here's mine
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM4369.jpg)

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM4370.jpg)

It's one of my gadgets that some people think should be in a torture chamber - along with the marmalade cutter! ;D
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Post by: foodiepep on October 23, 2011, 04:38:22 am
Quote from: jeninwa on October 23, 2011, 02:28:07 am
I bought one of these during the week, have been buying large boxes of fruit for $10.00, borrowed my friends dehydrator, (thinking of buying one)  

(http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=6682.0;attach=4254;image)

This is an essential tool for making apple pies or crumbles.  It is so much quicker!!
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Post by: jeninwa on October 23, 2011, 04:48:06 am
Here is a photo, didn't have a orange so used a lemon.



(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v180/jen1956au/54463536.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2011, 06:19:52 am
You can use your apple peeler to peel potatoes girls.  Just make sure the cutting disk is not in place and it will just peel it as per this photo - I missed the first bit of the potato but it did the other end OK. It peels them a darn sight thinner than I do with a knife  :-))  Here's a picture too of thicker peels that Maddy sprayed and cooked in the oven - the main reason I bought my apple peeler.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 06:50:30 am
so can you adjust the thinkness of the peel jd
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2011, 06:55:28 am
Yes, loosen the wing nut on top of the peeler bit and the cutter will move in or out.
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Post by: Amanda on October 23, 2011, 08:37:49 am
I spent a big day in town trying to find warm clothing for my youngest who is off to Canada next week for a student exchange. Jeans, jumpers, and new bathers (?) found eventually. This time next week she'll be gone. *sob* :'(
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Post by: johnro on October 23, 2011, 08:56:12 am
Judy those potato curls look great, perhaps we should begin a thread ..............."maddy inspired purchases " - many DH's would probably find a more colourful title.  :D  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2011, 09:14:38 am
I never thought of using an apple peeler for potatoes. Is it a hastle to get them out and use them?
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2011, 09:16:30 am
Not at all Cookie, that's what I did to show the potato peeled but not sliced.  Mind you, when I first received it I used to have to get DH to work it out for me as I couldn't but once the penny drops, it is dead easy and not a problem to just rinse under the tap.
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2011, 09:19:55 am
Quote from: Amanda on October 23, 2011, 08:37:49 am
I spent a big day in town trying to find warm clothing for my youngest who is off to Canada next week for a student exchange. Jeans, jumpers, and new bathers (?) found eventually. This time next week she'll be gone. *sob* :'(

I imagine it is going to be a very emotional parting for you both Amanda but she will benefit greatly from the exchange program and it is an opportunity not to be missed.  Just think of the fun you two will have when you go over to bring her back.  Your life is rather hectic at the moment with the kids - hope your DS enjoyed his 21st celebrations.
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Post by: nazar on October 23, 2011, 09:36:10 am
wow      thats amazing judy
peeling potatoes with apple peeler
would not thought it would work
were they cooked in the oven?  they look amazing
l want to go and try it now
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 09:58:18 am
Quote from: fundj on October 23, 2011, 02:46:55 am
jeninwa, can its peel potatoes  ???



So it was not a silly question after all  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on October 23, 2011, 10:54:41 am
This is really handy to take hot pizza out of the oven
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2011, 11:02:12 am
The photo I posted was one of maddy's meals - at the time I asked her what that was on the left-hand side of the plate and she explained how she made the potato twirls or whatever they are called.  Yes, she did bake them in the oven and I have done the same thing.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 24, 2011, 06:01:20 am
this will be my last bread tin i buy , i really think this is the ONE. coles have a new range of bake ware this tin was only $7.00

its the perfect size for the no fuss bread dough
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Post by: judydawn on October 24, 2011, 06:05:55 am
Nice looking loaf Uni.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 24, 2011, 06:08:58 am
thanks JD
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Post by: dede on October 24, 2011, 06:23:24 am
Are you sure its your last tin fundj?  :D
Great loking loaf by the way.
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Post by: obbie on October 24, 2011, 07:36:46 am
I have 2 apple slinkly machines, I'll try the potato on them tonight.

thanks for the idea.

Robyn
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Post by: JulieO on October 24, 2011, 08:14:33 am
Ooh, nice loaf Fundj.  I must have a look in Coles, was in there today but didn't go down that aisle  :-\
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Post by: maddy on October 25, 2011, 03:15:21 am
I just won a matching set on ebay......a Lady Carlyle tennis set (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-dance011.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/468067_100513175217_10_349.jpg)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 25, 2011, 03:18:11 am
That's so cute and so you Maddy.
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2011, 03:30:34 am
georgous Maddie
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Post by: fundj&e on October 25, 2011, 03:43:17 am
DH gives me a  ;) when i say, love i just WON on ebay agian  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on October 25, 2011, 06:11:43 am
Last week I bought a great cake tin that holds 6 of these sized cakes.  Today I used it to see how it behaved, hoping that they wouldn't stick to the tin; they came out beautifully.

Could try different ways to serve these, a few thoughts of mine would be to melt some white chocolate and once cooled a bit, put it in the heart indent on top and let it set, with some fresh cream and fresh raspberries served at the side.  Or maybe I could do the same thing with raspberry jelly, once cooled before it's set, could pour it in the same place.  Another thought is runny icing so once you cut into the cake with your spoon, the icing would run down over the cake, or fresh cream with fresh chopped fruit......  :D
Anyway I'm happy with my purchase.  ;D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/New%20Sweet/IMG_0782-2.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on October 25, 2011, 06:17:08 am
That is soooooo pretty Julie!  :-*
Were these tins in Target by any chance?.....I picked them up a couple of weeks ago......questioned myslelf if I really needed them.......now kicking myself after seeing your gorgeous cakes.......OF COURSE I NEED THAT TIN NOW !!!!   :P
Melted chocolate in the centres would be divine!
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Post by: JulieO on October 25, 2011, 06:22:42 am
Maddy, yes it was from Target.  I was a bit surprised actually as I haven't seen anything like that in there before.  It's a nice and sturdy tin too so it won't go out of shape or dent.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 25, 2011, 06:29:36 am
Off to Target next shopping day to check out these tins. Lovely looking cake JulieO and Maddy I love the Lady Carlyle.
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Post by: maddy on October 25, 2011, 06:35:37 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 25, 2011, 06:29:36 am
Off to Target next shopping day to check out these tins. Lovely looking cake JulieO and Maddy I love the Lady Carlyle.

......thanks, and the Lady Carlyle would look lovelier with a heart shaped cake on it too  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on October 25, 2011, 06:38:10 am
You're right there maddy, a perfect match.

What a gorgeous cake JulieO - so dinner partyish  ;)
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2011, 06:54:58 am
Julie, that looks fantastic. What cake recipe have you used for the trial?
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Post by: johnro on October 25, 2011, 09:08:34 am
Julie those look so great I actually bought a tin like that a couple of months ago from Target together with heart shaped silicone muffin cases - needless to say it is the same category as so many forum recipes still to be tried!!!! - after seeing the results that time may be sooner rather than later. (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/emoticons/mood/mood-emoticon-0062.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/emoticons/mood/mood-emoticon-0062.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/)
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Post by: Yvette on October 25, 2011, 09:12:22 am
Congrats Maddy haha and lovely Julie looks yummo
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Post by: JulieO on October 25, 2011, 10:35:32 am
Thankyou girls!  :D

Maddy, I agree you have to get the tin to make the cakes to go on that lovely tea set.  ;D

Wonder here is the recipe that I used, it's very simple but makes the nicest cakes. I can't see why it couldn't be done in the TM.

SCOUT'S CUPCAKES
2 large eggs
Thickened cream
Vanilla extract, splash
160g caster sugar
150g sifted SR flour
Fresh strawberries
Whipped cream to decorate
Icing sugar to dust

Preheat oven 180C.
Crack the eggs into a 250ml measuring cup, and fill to the top with thickened cream.  

Tip into a mixer bowl and beat for 1 min then add vanilla extract and caster sugar.  
Beat for 3 mins on a gentle speed.
Add flour and fold in on speed 1 (KA)  until smooth.  

Place in 10 - 12 small muffin cases or less if using larger cases.  Bake until light and golden and cakes spring back when lightly touched in the centre, approx 15 mins. (depends of what size you are making). Like I said earlier, I only got 4 of the size I made.  

Decorate how you like.  
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Post by: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 12:52:30 am
Well Hally is back and will soon be posting again.  Here are the pictures of her shopping in Hawaii.
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Post by: Wonder on October 26, 2011, 02:42:58 am
Thanks Julie, I used to use Scout's recipe all the time but had forgotten it for quick and easy cupcakes.

Hally, your shopping looks good, I love Williams Sonoma.
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Post by: obbie on October 26, 2011, 02:53:08 am
I love the cake Julio O, i need to but that tin too.
Shopping this weekend.

Robyn
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Post by: maddy on October 26, 2011, 08:12:08 am
Seriously, I only went to Target to get the cake tin (Thanks to Julie  8)).....

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2105-5012_m.jpg?t=1319611845)

.......but other things managed to find their way into my arms  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bpi280_01_product_101125_1.jpg?t=1319611579)

Breville pie creations (Thanks to Andie  8))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/38211603-2952-thickbox.jpg?t=1319611477)

shortbread mould

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7126.jpg)

old fashioned confectionery book

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7125.jpg)

Robert Gordon milk jars.....bargain at $2.50 each

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7129.jpg)

x 6 cupcake Christmas decorations

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7128.jpg)

and a rack of jumbo sprinkles in stand......which I will spray paint pistachio green  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 26, 2011, 08:17:27 am
Maddy I would love to go shopping with you, it would be such fun. I love your purchases.

JulieO Scout's cupcake recipe is a winner. This (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=4426.0) recipe seems to be based on it.
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Post by: Halex on October 26, 2011, 08:22:27 am
Williams Sonoma is a fantastic shop, so much to buy, just could have spent hundreds there. Just as well there is a baggage allowance or i would be coming home DIVORCED. Lol, no DH woudnt do That, he loves my cooking too much.

The variety is amazing,  the things they had for halloween was unreal. The starwars tin has 2 sandwich cutters in, have used them on  bread dough and the shapes came out perfectly our of the oven, great for lunch boxes. The french bread rack is great too, used that for making rolls and the bottoms were nice and crunchy.

The great news, they are talking about opening in OZ, yay tat would e great.


Maddy is  fhe bfeville for party pies?
H :)
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Post by: maddy on October 26, 2011, 08:45:10 am
Quote from: Hally on October 26, 2011, 08:22:27 am

Maddy is  the Breville for party pies?
H :)

Yep, any mini pies with or without the pastry lid, cupcakes, muffins, cheescakes etc.
I bought this (http://www.bookdepository.com/175-Best-Babycakes-Cupcake-Maker-Recipes-Kathy-Moore/9780778802839) cookbook which is designed for the size of these.  The book is fantastic......so will be experimenting lots  ;)

Oh.....I would LOVE to go to Williams Sonoma!!  Green with envy I tell you!  ;D
Did you see the cookie cake pan there Hally?  It's the only place you can get it apparently.
oh.......and I would risk divorce for excess baggage  :P

Quote from: cookie1 on October 26, 2011, 08:17:27 am
Maddy I would love to go shopping with you, it would be such fun. I love your purchases.


LOL......you'd need some runners on Cookie  ;) it's like a whirlwind marathon  ;D
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Post by: Halex on October 26, 2011, 09:32:58 am
Yes i did see the cookie pan, it was a decision between that and the tiered cup cake tin. I did eeny meany miny mo, could not decide. The tiered cup cake tin is pretty heavy.

The store is amazing, you would need to take suitcases with you.

Now how do i justufy a mini pie maker, woud love one. Cant wait to see your experiments.

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 09:44:32 am
The City of Geelong would go broke if you ever left it maddy  ;D

Love the Christmas tree decoration - so you, I can see why you had to have them.  Mmm, wonder how you are going to get some pink onto them  ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 26, 2011, 11:32:30 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 09:44:32 am
  Mmm, wonder how you are going to get some pink onto them  ;)
I thought Maddy could tie them on the tree with pink glittery ribbon Judy ;) ;) ;)  :D  They are rather nice Maddy. :)
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Post by: maddy on October 26, 2011, 11:49:47 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on October 26, 2011, 11:32:30 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 09:44:32 am
  Mmm, wonder how you are going to get some pink onto them  ;)
I thought Maddy could tie them on the tree with pink glittery ribbon Judy ;) ;) ;)  :D  They are rather nice Maddy. :)


Good thinking Denise  8)
They might end up on my silver table tree, with pink baubles......lots of possibilities.
I actually bought some special "icing" to whip up my own cupcake decorations.....question is, will I get them done for this year or next  ???,
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Post by: Bedlam on October 26, 2011, 12:06:17 pm
Did you find all of that in Target? I'm off there tomorrow. You are a good shopper maddy.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 26, 2011, 07:24:24 pm
When I met up with a friend from the UK in Arizona in '09, I took her to Sur La Table, which is similar to Williams Sonoma (also went there) and she bought a bunch of stuff impossible to find in her town in Cumbria and more expensive in the cities.
Right down the street was the UPS store, which PACKS as well as ships stuff so we hauled her purchases there and had them shipped to her home (using my name and listing them as gifts). 
She left a week later and two days after arriving home, her goodies were delivered.  She said her neighbors were stunned at her bargains.  She said that the things she could have purchased in Manchester or Leeds would have cost her much more just because of travel expenses alone. 

Again I feel that I have been a bad influence, especially on Maddy! :'(
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Post by: JulieO on October 26, 2011, 09:52:00 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 26, 2011, 08:17:27 am
JulieO Scout's cupcake recipe is a winner. This (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=4426.0) recipe seems to be based on it.

Thanks Cookie, hadn't seen that thread.  :)

Good buys Maddy.  :D
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Post by: Halex on October 26, 2011, 10:33:29 pm
Andiesenji

Do sur le table ship overseas?

The variety and the price is increible, here again in perth we get ripped off.

Thanks

Hally :)
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Post by: Deeau on October 26, 2011, 11:10:07 pm
I came back from the USA about 2 weeks ago, and Sur la Table was a great store! I too bought home a heap of things I could not get in Australia, I had things stuffed in shoes etc.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 26, 2011, 11:14:55 pm
Quote from: Hally on October 26, 2011, 10:33:29 pm
Andiesenji

Do sur le table ship overseas?

The variety and the price is increible, here again in perth we get ripped off.

Thanks

Hally :)


This is what it says on their shipping info page:
What if I place an order from outside the Continental U.S., Alaska or Hawaii?Back to Top »

    We currently cannot calculate shipping or billing charges for any online orders being shipped to countries outside Continental U.S. or to the following locations:

        Federated States of Micronesia
        Marshall Islands
        Northern Mariana Island
        Palau
        Puerto Rico
        Virgin Islands
        American Samoa
        Guam

   Please call our customer service department 24 hours a day (toll-free) at 800-243-0852 to place your order.


Here is the main website. (http://www.surlatable.com/)
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Post by: maddy on October 26, 2011, 11:40:11 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on October 26, 2011, 12:06:17 pm
Did you find all of that in Target? I'm off there tomorrow. You are a good shopper maddy.

Only the cake tin and sprinkles stand.
Pie maker in Harris Scarf, and rest in 2  kitchenware stores.

I did notice that Target are stocking lots of Jamie Oliver stuff......cookware, plates, utensils etc.  Lots of 50's green that I love, and creamy colours......I'm not going to look at them any more though  :P
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Post by: Halex on October 26, 2011, 11:41:41 pm
Thans Andiesenji

Maddy and I am not going to cook anymore!LOL ;D
Hally :)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 26, 2011, 11:49:09 pm
Oh was off to Target. I really love the Mini pie maker,especially how versatile making cupcakes. Love the shortbread mould also. probably for the best.
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Post by: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 11:57:31 pm
I think I need one of those too.  I never seem to have success with cup cakes.  Made half a batch yesterday in paper patty cases which didn't seem strong enough to hold the mixture.  It mostly ended up spilling out and onto the tray.
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Post by: maddy on October 27, 2011, 12:10:37 am
Could be a combination of factors Judy.  I do find the cheaper papers don't adhere to the cupcakes too well, don't fill more than 3/4 full, maybe temp needs to be a little higher or cooked longer in your oven.  Have you checked the temperature recently?
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Post by: JulieO on October 27, 2011, 01:16:57 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 26, 2011, 11:57:31 pm
I think I need one of those too.  I never seem to have success with cup cakes.  Made half a batch yesterday in paper patty cases which they didn't seem strong enough to hold the mixture.  It mostly ended up spilling out and onto the tray.

Judy do you sit your filled cases inside the individual openings of a  muffin tin?  That's what I do, whether making the smaller ones or larger ones I sit them in the corresponding sized tins.  They help them to sit right and they just fall out of the tin once baked.  :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 27, 2011, 02:30:27 am
I've never been able to get mine to rise evenly, they always seem to rise more in the middle or over to one side or just all over the place. I use silicon cup cake holders which are quite firm and hold up well.
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Post by: maddy on October 27, 2011, 03:18:38 am
Do you use the fan on your oven wonder?
I never do for cupcakes or cakes either.  If you want more level cupcakes, usually baking at 160-170c achieves this.  I do find baking them at 180c makes them peak too much for my liking.
Ovens can be temperamental too unfortunately.  You really have to test cook things to get to know what works.  I know that I can't place cakes in the middle racks of mine, as they burn there, cupcakes are fine.
I also find that items brown more on one side than the other  :-)) wish it was as simple as setting the temp.  :P
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Post by: fundj&e on October 27, 2011, 03:49:52 am
Wonder i followed hallys tip for a flat top  ;D

 3/4 full and cover with alfoil
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Post by: Wonder on October 27, 2011, 04:05:51 am
thanks Maddie and fundj. I have a large smeg and find the fan is way too small to evenly distribute the heat which I think contribues to them rising and leaning to one side. If I turn the fan off the cooking temp seems far too low :-\. I would so love a new oven, my smeg is only about 5 years old and it's the worst decision i ever made ???
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Post by: andiesenji on October 27, 2011, 04:18:48 am
When I was catering I had to bake a lot of cupcakes and muffins and people don't seem to line the domed tops, except in certain "flavors" - chocolate can be domed and no problem, white or other flavors should be flatter.

I bake cupcakes at 300° F. which is close to 150° C.  The baking time is a bit longer and I test two or three with a probe thermometer to be sure they are done.  Obviously heavier batters take longer to bake.  

For making a dozen or so, I measure the batter into the cupcake tins, bang them on the bench to disrupt any big bubbles and then take a soup spoon, dip it in water and with a twisting motion make a depression in the center of each cupcake.
This way when the oven heat makes the batter begin to puff, it rises in the middle first and evens out .  It will still be domed, but not as much.

If I am making a large batch, several dozen cupcakes, it is easier to fill the cups with a pastry bag, making a swirl around the outside of the cup and ending with a small dollop in the center - this takes some practice but once you learn how, it will be faster than the "normal" way.
This is the way many professional bakers do it and the way I learned in baking school way back in '56.  
Again, after the cups are filled, bang the tins flat on the bench and then straight into the oven.  The batter will spread and fill on its own.  

Regular pastry bags are really too small but you should have no difficulty finding the large ones and you don't need a fancy tip, just a plain round tip or one of the large fluted tips works just fine.  

You can see the type of pastry bags I mean here (http://fantes.com/pastry-bags.html).  I've got the plastic-coated fabric bags in 12", 16", 21" and 24" and I'm sure you can find them in other countries.  
However you can also use a large Zip-Lock bag and just cut a corner off.  Not as easy to hold (for me) but it will work.

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Post by: cookie1 on October 27, 2011, 08:01:53 am
I'm like Maddy, I never use the fan for cakes or biscuits.
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Post by: judydawn on October 27, 2011, 08:26:56 am
Thanks for all the tips girls.  My Miele doesn't seem to have any setting that doesn't use the fan  >:(  I will check the temperature Maddy but I don't have a problem with anything else I cook in there.  I probably slightly overfilled the cases but will buy some better quality cases next time and will place them inside a muffin tin too.

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Post by: maddy on October 27, 2011, 08:51:21 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 27, 2011, 08:26:56 am
  My Miele doesn't seem to have any setting that doesn't use the fan  >:( 

 :-\ I don't understand why manufacturers make them that way.  You should have the choice of using fan or not.
I only use the fan for making cheese and bacon rolls.   It's just too noisy to use!....plus like I said, never use it for baking.....I don't like the results as much.
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Post by: Deeau on October 27, 2011, 09:00:27 am
I have a few size cookie scoops and depending on if its muffins or cup cakes I use the different size scoops to fill the paper cases ( in muffin tin ) then I know I have the same amount of mixture in each one, they also make it really easy to get the batter from the TM.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 27, 2011, 09:27:32 am
for cupcakes to make them stand i just use my muffin tin and put the cupcake cases in them...the bases for regular muffin tins are the same size roughly and i find they sit nicely in them..not talking abuot the larger muffin tins or hte texan ones just normal muffin tins..works well for me.  I just pop the cases in the tin holes and 3/4 fill with cupcake batter and cook..

I have alot of trouble cooking with my oven for cakes etc as its gas and i find the heat isnt constant and just gets too hot and doesnt cook evenly...although i have no trouble when i use electrique at friends houses etc....my oven came with the house..i now understand why she left the oven...first full gas oven and never again...like it for stove top but not for hte oven...really hard to work with!
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Post by: maddy on October 27, 2011, 09:30:17 am
Same thoughts here Frozzie.
My last oven was gas, and we're on bottle too......results were just inconsistent.
Took me a while to get used to electric....but it is more dependable I find.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 27, 2011, 09:50:26 am
yes we are bottle here too as only half our street is on city gas lines...but not our half  :-))

it is handy however when there are  power cuts..you can still cook, heat water etc..have to look at the positives  ;D  However the plan is to convince DH to change our oven to an electrique in the new year although he tinks for the moment that he is getting good food so im managing with this one ...grrrrr lol!
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 07:01:20 am
We had our first trip to Ikea today looking for something in which to store my spices, get them out of the pantry and free up some space in there.  Ended up buying something different than we set out for but this should do the job nicely - once we put it together  :-))  Of course, whilst there I did buy a few other odds and ends - 3 platters, 2 packets of muffin/patty cases, 4 oven pads and a pizza cutter.  We had the obligatory Swedish meat balls for lunch - enjoyed them very much.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2011, 07:04:11 am
Great purchases Judy. I hadn't been to Ikea until late last year, when some friends insisted we go with them. They have so much stuff.
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 07:14:22 am
It was a lovely day out Cookie and some nice customer put the heavy box into the back of the car for me.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 28, 2011, 07:25:52 am
JD what are oven pads ?
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 07:30:18 am
The things you remove hot trays from the oven with Uni - pot holder is the official name.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 28, 2011, 08:30:15 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 07:01:20 am
We had our first trip to Ikea today looking for something in which to store my spices, get them out of the pantry and free up some space in there.  Ended up buying something different than we set out for but this should do the job nicely - once we put it together  :-))  Of course, whilst there I did buy a few other odds and ends - 3 platters, 2 packets of muffin/patty cases, 4 oven pads and a pizza cutter.  We had the obligatory Swedish meat balls for lunch - enjoyed them very much.
I bought those muffin cases when I went to IKEA Judy.They are rather cute.Bought the same size muffin tins as well :-)) :-))
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 08:51:45 am
Guess their stock is the same, no matter where in the world you live CC.
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Post by: Halex on October 28, 2011, 09:03:25 am
Great shopping JD

H :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 28, 2011, 09:08:25 am
JD, if it's not too much of a hassle, are you able to tell me the Ikea stock number for the drawer set?  It looks precisely like something I have been looking for for a while and if I have the stock number I should be able to track it down to exactly the correct item on the web site.

Many thanks.
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Post by: johnro on October 28, 2011, 09:24:01 am
This is waiting at AAE for me - but can't pick it up until tomorrow given I was not here to accept delivery today.  DH actually had his ears attuned to his conscious thoughts at some stage (either that or he popped onto the forum!!!!!) - anyrate no more commerical brand icecream here -

(http://uncrate.com/p/2007/07/cuisinart-ice-cream-maker.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on October 28, 2011, 09:40:55 am
how many liters does it make robyn ?
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Post by: johnro on October 28, 2011, 09:47:45 am
1.5L - great for a "Darby and Joan" household - I hope!!!!!!
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2011, 10:03:54 am
Marina it is called the Alex Drawer Set Article No. 301-928-23.  It cost $229.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2011, 12:54:10 pm
Robyn that is wonderful.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 28, 2011, 12:59:51 pm
What's going to be the inaugural ice cream recipe in your new machine Robyn ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 28, 2011, 02:16:04 pm
this is how i organise my spices...very easy to grab and i like the look of it...tins bought at ikea and the board at an office shop...i have three like this but you can get magnetic boards in silver at ikea also just they werent what i was looking for..

at the moment the cooking books are overtaking spice space but they will soon be in another bookcase lol
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 28, 2011, 08:24:56 pm
That spice rack looks, great Frozzie.  I might try to organise something like that; it's so easy to see at a glance what you've got and the quantities, it looks like one those obvious and brilliant solutions that you wonder why no one thought of it before!  Did the board come ready drilled with the holes cut to size?

Judy, thanks for the Ikea part number.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 28, 2011, 09:01:54 pm
If it's like the ones sold here it is just a flat board.  The containers have magnets on the bottom to stick to the board.

They were originally developed for office use - hung on cubicle partitions and the "cans" held color-coded pushpins, paper clips of various sizes and other little things that so easily get lost in desk drawers.

Mag boards (http://www.etsy.com/shop/halfmoonoriginals?section_id=6386686) are available in many sizes and finishes and can even be covered with thin decorative fabric and still work.

There are numerous types of application (http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=s&hl=en&biw=1163&bih=1202&q=mag+board+spice+containers&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=82409376353588108&sa=X&ei=HgirTr_qBazKiQKM1MiTCw&ved=0CGcQ8wIwAQ) - hanging "screens" of flat metal strips, rotating panels on a base that sits on a counter and so on.
More here. (http://www.nextag.com/stainless-steel-magnetic-spice-containers/stores-html)

The magnetic tins (http://www.curbly.com/myaimistrue/posts/768-diy-magnetic-spice-rack) are sold separately and do come in different sizes.

Also available in square tins (http://www.custommagneticspicerack.com/).
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Post by: Yvette on October 28, 2011, 09:07:27 pm
Have fun with your ice cream maker Robyn (thanks for the ginger answer)

Frozzie what a great idea for the spices they look great

Judy hope you enjoy your purchases at Ikea look great
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 28, 2011, 09:12:24 pm
Thanks for those references Andie, I think I could quite easily get caught up in some of the ideas from your links.  Got some good ideas to get on with now so I'll have to see what I can source here in Australia and see what happens.
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Post by: johnro on October 28, 2011, 09:55:02 pm
Denise (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/merv/crystalball.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) I think this one (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=648.0) but will definitely let you know!!  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy026.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 28, 2011, 11:05:27 pm
Robyn, I opened your link hoping it was that one. Best choice, you will love it.
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Post by: johnro on October 29, 2011, 01:32:39 am
The disappointment of the day has to be collecting my much awaited icecream maker form Kitchenware Direct only to find a much smaller box - contents (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/12962/what.png) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) purchases from strawberry net.  I am a frequent flyer with SN and NEVER have I had to collect from AAE, always collect at PO, so naturally thought that the icecream maker was waiting to be claimed, now all I can do is (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/12962/waiting.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/)
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Post by: dede on October 29, 2011, 01:44:36 am
Got my self a mini loaf pan from Spot light , only $15 and makes 8 mini loafs. Now what to make?
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Post by: judydawn on October 29, 2011, 05:13:04 am
Spent over 3 hours assembling my Ikea drawers this morning - no real hassles just a very slow process. I have now removed all the spices from the pantry and am about to start filling up my drawers. This is the pile I have to work with.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 29, 2011, 05:53:01 am
It looks like you are going to need another set of drawers, Judy.
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Post by: Halex on October 29, 2011, 05:56:50 am
They sure add up dont hey?!?! JD you are going to be busy

I hsve 2 spice drawers and 2 ice cream containers full of brown paper bags, i do use all f them over the year. Ibdian and other asian foods need a lot.

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 29, 2011, 07:11:47 am
All done and everything fitted in nicely with room to move and see everything at a glance.  Most things are in alphabetical order except for all the spices starting with C, they are all in the first of the deeper drawers.  Amazing how many spices start with C.
I used another of the deeper drawers for anything to do with baking cakes and the bottom drawer has lots of chocolate items in it.  I am very pleased with myself, now to tackle the pantry and see if I can make that more user friendly.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 29, 2011, 09:06:06 am
cuilidh yes it is just a magnetic board and often people use a large metalic steel board sort of like a extra long splash back to put them in the kitchen but i just got some office type boards that were magnetic  and andie is right the pots have magnets on the bottom of them...you buy them that way and the clear lids are screw top.... they are very easy to see spices and if you have wall space they are a great space saver in the cupboards...i did that system as i got sick of not finding spices i wanted and buying a new one only to find that i already had it etc ...i love this system plus i find it pleasing to look at...most of our friends and neighbours that have come to the house and see it then go and do the szame thing at their place...you could use any type of magnetic surface really ...whatever you find that is fairly flat and magnetic you can use as a board....

i first saw the idea on a deco show but back then they were containers meant for stationary like andie mentioned but now they make all sorts of jars etc with magnetic bases...you could even get different pots and with a strong glue stick magnets on the bottom of them...ideas are endless really but i found it cheaper and easier and i liked the look of the ones at ikea..here they are sold in boxes of 4 containers...over here to buy from a company who makes specifically that will sert you back quite a few hundred euros....this way it cost me around a hundred with all the spice containers, boards etc so a whole lot cheaper for the same result..and im sure in oz it would be even cheaper still  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 29, 2011, 09:55:39 am
They do look great Frozzie.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 29, 2011, 10:04:19 am
thanks JD  ;D
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Post by: johnro on October 29, 2011, 10:12:21 am
They are fabulous Frozzie - now the question bears asking - how would I fit such a handy piece (no not you Frozzie!!!!!!!!  ;D  ;D) in my setup!!!!
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Post by: Frozzie on October 29, 2011, 10:50:07 am
 :D :D :D  I would be too big anyway lol

for the magnetic spice rack im sure you can find a side of a cupboard or a wall space somewhere in yiour kitchen!!  Could even work on the inside of a pantry or cupboard door if there was enough space ??  A girlfriend of mine put up boards on small spaces..she also got a smaller board as she has less spices ...the great thing about this is whatever magnetic board or base you find to fit the space you can use...as you know my kitchen is small and i put them up above a bookcase next to teh double doors and another one in a small wall space between the kitchen outer doors and the laundry...whatever works!  ;D
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Post by: maddy on October 30, 2011, 11:50:24 pm
2 shakers.....one for flour, one for drinking chocolate

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Post by: dede on October 31, 2011, 12:34:07 am
Oh and pretty pick ones too. Love them Maddy
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Post by: nazar on October 31, 2011, 10:32:51 am
love the spice storage  frozzie
l have never seen them before , they look good and looks very useful
l need to work out my pantry to see what to do

judy you have done well to sort out your pantry
 it looks great and your white draws looks like part of the lounge room
  you would never guess that food was stored in there . l would think that dvd would be in there

do you want to come and sort out my pantry , l need a kick up the bum  as l am bit of a procrastinator
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2011, 10:39:09 am
i use a draw, the materfoods mustard jar are a good size.
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Post by: judydawn on October 31, 2011, 10:50:39 am
Thanks nazar - I appreciate your comments.  Resorting the pantry just seems to happen on the spur of the moment, you will find yourself doing yours when you least expect it.

Had to laugh at DH, he thought I was going to put the drawers in the pantry - how he thought it was going to fit in there I will never know.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2011, 08:38:05 pm
Do i buy a vacuum sealer for food.

I am tempted. any brand to buy, or stay away from.

thanks,

Robyn
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Post by: johnro on October 31, 2011, 09:42:53 pm
I have used mine frequently since being convinced by the lovelies on here Obbie  :)  :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 31, 2011, 11:30:14 pm
It is a must for any kitchen Robyn, you won't regret buying one.  This (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-2011-Vacuum-Food-Saver-Sealer-BIGLAND-FREE-BAGS-/290486836661) is the one Amanda bought then several of us followed once she had tested it and given it the thumbs up. ;)  Haven't heard any complaints from those who bought it and I love mine.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 01, 2011, 02:17:24 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 31, 2011, 11:30:14 pm
It is a must for any kitchen Robyn, you won't regret buying one.  This (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-2011-Vacuum-Food-Saver-Sealer-BIGLAND-FREE-BAGS-/290486836661) is the one Amanda bought then several of us followed once she had tested it and given it the thumbs up. ;)  Haven't heard any complaints from those who bought it and I love mine.

What JD said. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 01, 2011, 03:09:46 am
Definitely. We've had ours for over 2 years. It is perfect to store casseroles and other left overs. I freeze them first and then vacuum seal them.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 01, 2011, 05:53:24 am
yes,pleased with mine also.
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2011, 05:56:56 am
Thanks, i must get one soon,

Robyn
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Post by: Wonder on November 01, 2011, 07:03:42 am
I remember reading on this thread that someone had bought an ice cream mixing board to make cold rock style ice cream at home, does anyone know where I can purchase one?
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Post by: maddy on November 01, 2011, 07:13:19 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 01, 2011, 07:03:42 am
I remember reading on this thread that someone had bought an ice cream mixing board to make cold rock style ice cream at home, does anyone know where I can purchase one?


Got mine at Kmart Wonder, $12-15 I think it was.

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Post by: Wonder on November 01, 2011, 07:14:12 am
Gee Maddie that was quick. Thanks.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 01, 2011, 07:57:29 am
I got  mine at Kmart too. Not all Kmarts seem to have them so you may have to try a couple-I did.
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Post by: dede on November 01, 2011, 08:55:00 am
Ordered a second spatula today as I quiet often find that with 2 bowls that 1 spatula is just not enough. And I much prefer even numbers lol. Although I'm not getting a second TM.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 01, 2011, 08:58:56 am
dede do you like the spatula ? i think i have used mine twice
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Post by: dede on November 01, 2011, 09:08:30 am
I use it all the time fundj,  what do you use?
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Post by: fundj&e on November 01, 2011, 09:14:18 am
just a normal everyday one and i love using my rice  paddle it has a little cruved end.
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Post by: dede on November 01, 2011, 09:17:59 am
I have never tried using anything else in the TM except the spatulas that come with it. I guess it wouldn't hurt to try what I have
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Post by: fundj&e on November 01, 2011, 09:19:49 am
i really do hate the TM spatula :o
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Post by: dede on November 01, 2011, 09:22:51 am
I must admit that I don't like it much either lol. But I still have never used anything else in the TM. Although I would never try using anything else throught the hole in the lid when the blades are running.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 01, 2011, 09:28:44 am
I dislike the TM spatula as well, at first I thought it was because I am left handed, now I use a Tupperware one that i had for awhile and not a nick on it, I bought a new TM one and it had cuts in it the first time I used it.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 01, 2011, 09:32:03 am
Quote from: dede on November 01, 2011, 09:22:51 am
I must admit that I don't like it much either lol. But I still have never used anything else in the TM. Although I would never try using anything else throught the hole in the lid when the blades are running.


same, I would  never use a normal through the hole
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Post by: faffa_70 on November 01, 2011, 09:42:04 am
Quote from: jeninwa on November 01, 2011, 09:28:44 am
I dislike the TM spatula as well, at first I thought it was because I am left handed, now I use a Tupperware one that i had for awhile and not a nick on it, I bought a new TM one and it had cuts in it the first time I used it.

If you are making sorbets etc the ice will also nick your spatula.

It is ok to use a soft silicone like one for scraping out the bowls etc but like you all say only the TMX one for use when blades are in use  :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 01, 2011, 09:43:52 am
I only use the TMX spatula for stirring through the hole.  I don't even use it to remove the steaming basket, I just use a knife or the prongs of a fork - I find it quicker.  
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Post by: jeninwa on November 01, 2011, 09:49:57 am
I use the TM spatula for stirring when the blades are in use, but that's all I use it for, i am the same as you JD knife or what ever is at hand is quicker for the steaming basket.
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Post by: judydawn on November 01, 2011, 09:51:59 am
Glad to hear I am not the only one Jen   :P
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Post by: JulieO on November 01, 2011, 11:55:38 am
I only use it to lift the steamer basket out when it's full of rice.  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 01, 2011, 01:51:28 pm
when I first got the TM i was happy with the spatula, but now I only use it for a rigid food or lifting out the basket. funny how I have a little cheapie that I now use instead (but I am still not dropping through the MC hole if food needs a little coaxing as I am very well trained)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 02, 2011, 12:13:22 am
same as most others, only use the TMX spatula for using through the lid and lifting the basket. The softer silicon one remove the food so much easier.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 02, 2011, 03:00:39 am
I only use my TM spatula when I need to use my probe thermometer to check the temp of whatever is in the bowl.  For some things temp is critical and my TMX temp control is not accurate.

I drilled a hole in the flange of the spatula to hold the probe.
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Post by: Wonder on November 02, 2011, 03:28:45 am
Thanks to this forum I bought a ice cream stone and paddles to replicate cold rock ice cream which is ridiculously expensive and one the small heart shaped cake tins from target. Still looking for some nice banana split dishes.
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Post by: maddy on November 02, 2011, 09:05:42 am
Wonder, k.W. direct have glass ones  (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Tabletop/Ice-Cream-Dessert-Dish/Anchor-Hocking-Banana-Split-Dish)for $5.95
I was lucky enough to pick up 6 vintage pastel coloured glass ones at the market for $10.00  8)



today

(http://www.taste.com.au/images/mag-banners/DEL/home/427-banner.jpg?72957)

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This issue is great, lots of fab recipes and the TM is advertised, and a competition to win one  ;)



3 Girly tops, an even girlier cardi, pair of jeans.............and dropped off "Rizzo", the pink lady mixer at the doctors  :(.........she is going haywire at the moment, and to top it off, she fell over in the boot on the way there (I slammed on brakes to avoid hitting a magpie  :-))), and I opened the boot to find she was leaking grease with the fall !  :o :o
I am told she will most likely need a new circuit board, but if anything bigger needs fixing......he will ring me  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-scared003.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

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Post by: Halex on November 02, 2011, 09:18:12 am
Maddy, the yummy chicken dish you had the other night for dinner, was it from the latest  delicious magazine?

Tanks
Hally
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Post by: Wonder on November 02, 2011, 11:04:28 am
Thanks Maddie, we were hoping for something a little fancier - I'll keep looking I'm sure something will come out around Christmas.
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2011, 11:15:27 am
I hope Rizzo can be fixed maddy.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 02, 2011, 11:50:26 am
oh i miss the christmas foodie type mags...they have ones here but theyt are always the same..fois gras and seafood of which i am not a fan...hopefully i can get all the mags with the ipad at christmas!
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Post by: maddy on November 02, 2011, 11:32:17 pm
Quote from: Hally on November 02, 2011, 09:18:12 am
Maddy, the yummy chicken dish you had the other night for dinner, was it from the latest  delicious magazine?

Tanks
Hally

Was in the Delicious "simply the best" cook book, it's not in latest mag, but I know it was in one of them, which, not sure.
Can type it up if you like?

Quote from: judydawn on November 02, 2011, 11:15:27 am
I hope Rizzo can be fixed maddy.

She is fixable, but at what cost....I'm not sure  :-\.....still, it would have to be cheaper than replacing her....one hopes anyway  :P

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Post by: Halex on November 02, 2011, 11:36:37 pm
Would love it maddy, thank yiu very very much.
 
Hally ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 03, 2011, 04:38:19 am
I bought a cupcake carrier from C*les supermarket today. It will carry 24 cupcakes, and there is even a baking tray to cook them in. Not too large for a carrier. $15 well spent. They come in pink & blue, and I got the blue one.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 03, 2011, 05:19:50 am
I hope Rizzo is able to be fixed Maddy.
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Post by: tarasis on November 03, 2011, 08:29:55 am
Another one here that doesn't get on with the TMX spatula. I put it partly down to being left handed, I tend to nick it slightly and just fid it hard to use near the blades. Keep meaning to try and pick up a silicon spatula but havent got there yet (nor a brush for easy cleaning under the blades)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 03, 2011, 09:08:21 am
i use more my tupperware spatulas than the thx one..i dont likeit either and there has been chatter about this before..if only they would make the same spatula but one wxith a silicon end (spatula bit that is flexible like the tupp ones) and as for cleaning the blades I use the good old baby bottle brushes...i keep two on my sink but a sink or dish brush with long bristles would also work...i got one at ikea that also works well  :)
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Post by: foodiepep on November 03, 2011, 10:25:17 am
Yes I also hate the TMX spatula only use it to remove the insert basket and when making sorbet. 

I bought a set of 3 spatulas from www.chefstoolbox.com for $35.00

(http://austnz.chefstoolbox.com/Portals/0/ProductImg/6108_3Spatula_120x120.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on November 03, 2011, 11:30:22 am
Quote from: Hally on November 02, 2011, 11:36:37 pm
Would love it maddy, thank yiu very very much.
 
Hally ;D

Have PM'd it to you Hally.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 03, 2011, 04:32:48 pm
I've got silicone spatulas in every shape and size - just can't resist when something "new" appears. 
The ones I use most are the Rubbermaid high-temp ones that have strong, rigid handles and come in several sizes, from very large to medium small.  The upper part of the "blade" is fairly rigid and the end part is more flexible so it curves to fit the contour of a bowl or pot. 
I don't know if they are available in Australia. - A dog-breeder friend visiting here from Ireland last year bought a bunch to take home as she said the ones where she lived were not as versatile and were not as heat resistant.  She bought several of the extra large ones to use in cooking and mixing dog food after giving mine a try. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 03, 2011, 06:48:07 pm
I'm another silicone spatula fan as well, although I do use the TMX one on occasion - usually when my silicone ones are waiting to be washed!
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Post by: Deeau on November 03, 2011, 10:06:33 pm
I have a utensils container full of them beside the TM I they are all shapes and sizes, I tend to grab the one the suits what I am stirring or getting out the best, some are very flexible some not so. At the end of a big cooking session the container is usually empty. I do only use my TM one down the hole or for getting out the basket like most people.
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Post by: Halex on November 03, 2011, 10:35:56 pm
Thans Maddy, that is my type of meal :)
H :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 04, 2011, 01:42:02 am
I use silicon spatulas from Aldi which came in a set of three sizes, I find the small one fantastic but the large one was too big so I ditched it. The TMX spatula I just use to remove rice and if I need to stir something while the blades are moving.

Maddie - are you able to PM me the recipe as well?
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Post by: JulieO on November 04, 2011, 01:54:17 am
Me too please Maddy  ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 04, 2011, 02:38:58 am
Done  :)
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Post by: JulieO on November 04, 2011, 02:39:48 am
Just got mine, thanks Maddy  :-*
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Post by: JulieO on November 04, 2011, 03:42:23 am
(http://www.dreamrideronline.com.au/sue/sunfood/main.jpg)


10  tray   ;D
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Post by: Wonder on November 04, 2011, 05:02:39 am
Thanks Maddie
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Post by: nazar on November 04, 2011, 05:41:47 am
 now thats and impressive dryer  looks like it will dry lots and lots of stuff

have lots and lots of fun   happy drying 
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Post by: judydawn on November 04, 2011, 06:14:34 am
Not surprised you are getting one JulieO - after you did the tomatoes in the oven the other day, it was a sure bet  ;)
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Post by: JulieO on November 04, 2011, 07:26:30 am
 :D  Judy.  I was so sure I didn't want one until like you say I made my own semi dried toms.  :o  What a difference to store bought ones, so much nicer.  Today I made a tomato tapanade using them which is absolutely delicious.

The Easy Cook worked well but if I'm having the oven on for 4+ hours, I may as well have the space to dry more than what I was able to fit in the little oven.  :P

Looking forward to it arriving now.  ;D
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Post by: foodiepep on November 04, 2011, 07:48:17 am
I think we might need a link and price for that one JulieO

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Post by: JulieO on November 04, 2011, 08:08:43 am
Peps, it was from ebay, a link from Andi.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-10-TRAY-FOOD-DEHYDRATOR-Commercial-Quality-Dryer-/250829643609?pt=AU_SmallKitchenAppliances&hash=item3a669c9f59
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Post by: foodiepep on November 04, 2011, 10:20:29 am
Thanks julieO!

That is very cheap for such an item.  Please let me know how you go.
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Post by: maddy on November 04, 2011, 10:58:19 am
WoW Julie.....that is impressive  8)


Well......

Just checked my emails, and blow me down......this was advertised from "your home depot"

(http://www.yourhomedepot.com.au/getimage.php?src=images/product/4643_1.jpg)

Now how could I not buy it, I ask you?
About time Kitchen aid made these things available in Australia.....in pink particularly  :P........so my hope that one day they bring the food processor here in pink......then my harassing emails will be worth while  ;D  I'm getting sick of typing them!
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Post by: Frozzie on November 04, 2011, 11:06:11 am
lol maddy  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 04, 2011, 11:08:36 am
Go maddy.  :D
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Post by: maddy on November 04, 2011, 10:34:30 pm
 ;D......my level of excitement was quite sad really.....over a hand mixer!
Can't tell you how long I've waited.
I am sending another email to "Your Home Depot"......thanking them, and beg them to get the processor here too  :P
Can't hurt right?
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Post by: Halex on November 04, 2011, 10:37:28 pm
More shopping Maddy, love it, but you must be out of storage room by now surely!!!!!!!

H ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 04, 2011, 10:46:19 pm
Have big shed  ;)
Although, my Mum does alright out of it.  She gets my newish cast off's when I find pink replacements.
She will be getting the newish soda stream when my replacement arrives, and I had not long ago bought a new handmixer, but this K.A. one had my name stamped on it  :P
She has agreed to play along with the story that she is buying them off me  ;D Not fibbing, just protecting hubby from the truth LOL......his wife has a problem!  ;)
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Post by: JulieO on November 05, 2011, 12:34:56 am
LOL  :D

Maddy, just curious, why would you need the processor, is it to slice or just so you have the set (in pink).  :)
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Post by: maddy on November 05, 2011, 03:11:12 am
Quote from: JulieO on November 05, 2011, 12:34:56 am
LOL  :D

Maddy, just curious, why would you need the processor, is it to slice or just so you have the set (in pink).  :)

I'm so transparent! LOL  :D

Seems crazy I know, particularly having a TM, but I do use my processor quite a bit.
I much prefer the grating disks, love the quick slicing for bakes/salads etc, and I would love a processor that can fit a julienne & french fry disk.  My Breville one doesn't have those options.  Washing the bowls doesn't faze me.  I have a borner V slicer....but even with the safety hat, I'm not very careful......those things can slice good amounts of finger!  :o
Love thermie to bits, but he can't do everything  ;)
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Post by: JulieO on November 05, 2011, 03:24:08 am
No, not crazy at all.  I understand where you're coming from, especially about the v-slicer.  Must admit I won't get rid of my Magimix, just in case I need to do a lot of slicing.  The only time I've had a bit of trouble grinding in the TM is when it's very small amounts (spices), or whole cinnamon sticks,  then I use a spice grinder.  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on November 05, 2011, 08:01:21 am
maddy there is a pink one here (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Brands/KitchenAid-Stand-Mixers/KitchenAid-Artisan-Mixer-KSM150-Pink)

or are you after the deluxe model..this is the artisan one???
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Post by: tarasis on November 05, 2011, 10:00:48 am
Quote from: JulieO on November 05, 2011, 03:24:08 am
No, not crazy at all.  I understand where you're coming from, especially about the v-slicer.  Must admit I won't get rid of my Magimix, just in case I need to do a lot of slicing.  The only time I've had a bit of trouble grinding in the TM is when it's very small amounts (spices), or whole cinnamon sticks,  then I use a spice grinder.  ;D

See now I'm thinking we should have kept our Magimix instead of giving it to my wifes sister. Would be useful for grating carrot, parmesan and the like. (Though as we hadn't used it much for the last few years it was better going to a home where it would get used)
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Post by: foodiepep on November 05, 2011, 11:21:27 am
Quote from: Frozzie on November 05, 2011, 08:01:21 am
maddy there is a pink one here (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Brands/KitchenAid-Stand-Mixers/KitchenAid-Artisan-Mixer-KSM150-Pink)

or are you after the deluxe model..this is the artisan one???

Maddy is after the Artisan kitchenaid food processor, she already has the artisan kitchenaid mixer.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 05, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
I had three of the old style Cuisinart processors.  Gave the 11 cup to a neighbor when her's broke but still have the 14 cup and the big 20 cup which I use a lot for slicing cucumbers for pickles as it is faster than using a mandolin. 
For many years I used a Bron mandolin, buying new blades every five years or so but two or three years ago I replaced it with a deBuyer mandolin that is much easier on my shoulder and elbow - the action is different.
I slice a lot of ginger for candying and for me it is easier than using the Cuisinart.
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Post by: maddy on November 05, 2011, 10:41:40 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on November 05, 2011, 08:01:21 am
maddy there is a pink one here (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Brands/KitchenAid-Stand-Mixers/KitchenAid-Artisan-Mixer-KSM150-Pink)

or are you after the deluxe model..this is the artisan one???

Yep, have the mixer  Frozzie, that is what I refer to as "Rizzo" (the pink lady)  :P.....and this is the mixer that is getting fixed at the moment  :(  Repair man was ringing me Friday with an update.....haven't heard from him yet.
The processor available O.S., but not here yet.
This is her....*sighs*

(http://ii.alatest.com/product/full/f/7/KitchenAid-Pink-Food-Processor-0.jpg)


Well boys out fishing on the bay, so what else is a girl to  do.....Look on ebay of course!  (and just ignore the jobs surrounding me)  :P

Found some nice bread baskets there, so I thought these would look prettier that a tea towel wrapped bowl.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-2.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-1.jpg)
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Post by: andiesenji on November 05, 2011, 11:00:04 pm
I like the bread baskets, Maddy.   I'm always looking for ways to keep rolls warm.  I have one with a base "plate" that heats in the microwave but to me it smells funny so I only use it outdoors during the summer when things stay warm anyway. 

I also use a couple of cloth-lined oval basket sand cover them with giant tea cozies I had a woman make for my two 12-cup tea pots.
   
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Post by: judydawn on November 05, 2011, 11:07:14 pm
They are nice maddy and easy to make if you are that way inclined.  Who has time for sewing these days though when, at the click of a mouse, we can have them delivered to our door  :-)) 
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Post by: Halex on November 05, 2011, 11:21:36 pm
Love the breadbaskets, i have been looking for soething nice to "display" my home made rols when we have guests, link please.

Love the way you "sell" everything to your mum, that is too funny.

I have a v slicer too, cut myself too many times.
I do need to buy something that juliennes and slicers perfectly, any suggestions.

H :)
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Post by: maddy on November 05, 2011, 11:25:02 pm
Quote from: Hally on November 05, 2011, 11:21:36 pm
Love the breadbaskets, i have been looking for soething nice to "display" my home made rols when we have guests, link please.


bread baskets (http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/country.living.penrith/m.html?_nkw=bread+baskets&_sacat=0&_odkw=&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3911.c0.m270.l1313) on ebay
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Post by: nazar on November 06, 2011, 12:18:01 am
l like to sew its one of my many hobbies
and l get a great thrill that l have made it myself  and also l like it when people comment on what l made
and l proundly tell them l made it myself
but l am careful who l give my handmade stuff too as some people dont like handmade stuff [ they think l took the cheap way out  only if they knew , half the time it cost more than if you were to buy it ]
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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2011, 01:59:14 am
You are dead right there nazar, craft work is quite expensive but rewarding if you are not looking to make money out of it.
If you tackle these, please share a photo with us.  I used to do stuff when I was younger but not anymore.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 06, 2011, 01:59:54 am
Quote from: nazar on November 06, 2011, 12:18:01 am
l like to sew its one of my many hobbies
and l get a great thrill that l have made it myself  and also l like it when people comment on what l made
and l proundly tell them l made it myself
but l am careful who l give my handmade stuff too as some people dont like handmade stuff [ they think l took the cheap way out  only if they knew , half the time it cost more than if you were to buy it ]

People who don't appreciate handmade gifts are a mystery to me.  Most of my friends and family prefer handmade gifts, whether crafts or food.  One year when I was ill I wasn't able to do my usual holiday baskets and some people let me know that while they certainly understood, they were disappointed.  That made me feel good about my efforts.
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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2011, 02:33:16 am
Can't you sleep andie  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 06, 2011, 07:18:05 am
VHJ had a lovely cloth 'basket' she brought the scrolls to morning tea Friday.
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Post by: nazar on November 06, 2011, 08:27:20 am
yes judy if l make one l will take a photo but cant see me doing it any time soon

atm l am trying to finish my 12 year old sons l spy quilt that l started before he was born  but had to
 change it a few times because he is growing up before l had a chance to finish it
 he has chosen the fabrics over the years and last winter 2010 we started it  he has sewn up some squares himself .
 we dont have a pattern we just sewn up the materials in to different size squares  and will join together to make a big quilt
we are about half way but l cant see me doing again until after christmas and  school hoildays 
 then by 2 son will want one so  hopefully he will get one before he turns 10
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Post by: cookie1 on November 06, 2011, 08:41:55 am
I love it nazar. That is just the sort of thing I would be doing. I have a couple of embroidery things on the go and my plan is to give them to DD when she builds her house. She has had the block for 18 months now and is saving for the house but I've done very little on them. (I'm too busy on here or cooking :P)
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Post by: jeninwa on November 06, 2011, 08:45:54 am
I have about 3 quilts  and one wool embroidery blanket all waiting for me to get back to them. maybe when I retire. ;D one I started for DS 26 when he was 12.  :o

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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2011, 10:10:12 am
Sounds like you have all been sidetracked by something - mmm, wonder what that could be  ;)
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Post by: nazar on November 06, 2011, 12:45:50 pm
l have many many projects on the go l call them UFO [unfinished objects ]
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on November 06, 2011, 12:49:56 pm
Quote from: nazar on November 06, 2011, 12:45:50 pm
l have many many projects on the go l call them UFO [unfinished objects ]
:D :D :D love that.
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Post by: johnro on November 06, 2011, 09:16:14 pm
Finally arrived - I have it permanently in the top garage, was able to find the perfect spot with right sized everything - thought keeping it in the box would prevent any dust etc each time garage is opened.  Now for the icecream - yum!!!!
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Post by: JulieO on November 07, 2011, 04:56:35 am
Quote from: andiesenji on November 05, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
two or three years ago I replaced it with a deBuyer mandolin that is much easier on my shoulder and elbow - the action is different.
I slice a lot of ginger for candying and for me it is easier than using the Cuisinart.

Andi, I'm looking into the De Buyer Professional mandolin at the moment.  Have read so many good reviews.  The pusher looks a lot more 'safe' than the Borner V-slicer I use at the moment, though I think buying a mesh glove might be a good idea too.  :D
The optional long pusher looks like a good idea for carrot sticks etc.  ;D

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Post by: Halex on November 07, 2011, 05:31:10 am
Popped into Target and bought 4 heart shape spring form tins :)
Also bought a larger loaf tin, so will make a load today.
Looked at lts and lots of chrissy china and held back, but for how long..........

H :)
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Post by: JulieO on November 07, 2011, 05:57:12 am
Forgot to mention, this arrived today, (getting ready for the dehydrator).  Works just like in the video.   :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ABgddRt4Bg
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Post by: cookie1 on November 07, 2011, 06:10:06 am
That certainly makes the job easier JulieO.
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Post by: nazar on November 07, 2011, 07:13:40 am
 l have a potato peeler from zyliss  and it works really well .
mind you it should as it cost me $10 plus postage  
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Post by: cookie1 on November 07, 2011, 07:52:57 am
Robyn have you made any icecream yet?
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Post by: nazar on November 07, 2011, 08:24:55 am
johnro whats your first flavour going to be
there so many to choose from
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Post by: johnro on November 07, 2011, 08:44:29 am
No Cookie and it will be the salted maple icecream I think, Nazar!!!!!  But it is a week at work that is so demanding - teaching and learning audit going on across the whole school (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/CBSA/smileyvault-cute-big-smiley-animated-003.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) (mind you I really think some big wig office jock needs to justify their existence so what surfaces - a teaching and learning audit!!!!! - grrrr....... Not Happy Jan (sorry no pun intended VHJ)
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Post by: nazar on November 07, 2011, 08:50:06 am
dont you hate the bigwigs that sit in there aircon room making decisions about a job they dont even know or do
l get that a lot. l work for the wa  health department
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Post by: kezza on November 07, 2011, 09:02:14 am
Robyn, I was looking at that icecream makerat the shops today.  I love my little Breville one, but I think I want to be able to make a few batches at once, instead of waiing 24 hrs to make another batch.  Let me know what you think of it.  I was also  looking at bread makers since reading the lightbulb moment a lot of you have spoken about. Sounds like it would be a good idea in Summer to use for baking.  I wonder how much electricity I use when I fire up my oven to bake a couple of loaves.  Everyone in WA knows how much more expensive our electricity bills have become.  I nearly had a fit when I got my first bill after using our new aircon last year.  However, having said that, when it is stinking hot, I don't care, the aircon is going on - especially at night.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on November 07, 2011, 10:12:11 am
Quote from: johnro on November 07, 2011, 08:44:29 am
- a teaching and learning audit!!!!! - grrrr....... Not Happy Jan (sorry no pun intended VHJ)
:D :D :D :D Made me chuckle Robyn
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Post by: andiesenji on November 07, 2011, 04:05:43 pm
Quote from: JulieO on November 07, 2011, 04:56:35 am
Quote from: andiesenji on November 05, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
two or three years ago I replaced it with a deBuyer mandolin that is much easier on my shoulder and elbow - the action is different.
I slice a lot of ginger for candying and for me it is easier than using the Cuisinart.

Andi, I'm looking into the De Buyer Professional mandolin at the moment.  Have read so many good reviews.  The pusher looks a lot more 'safe' than the Borner V-slicer I use at the moment, though I think buying a mesh glove might be a good idea too.  :D
The optional long pusher looks like a good idea for carrot sticks etc.  ;D


Yes, I have the long pusher as well as the regular one.  I often slice large eggplant to use as a wrap around various meat and veg fillings and the long pusher works well and I've also learned to use it for slicing two fairly large cucumbers lengthwise, ditto carrots. 
I could never do that with the Bron and the way the pushers are constructed, every bit of the item gets sliced. 
The blades are incredibly sharp.
I got mine when it was first introduced in the US and paid full price, they are now much, much less expensive but I'm still glad I got it when I did, I have gotten a lot of use out of it.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/deBuyer.jpg)

I especially like the fitted case in which it comes and it is bigger than it looks in photos.  The case is 23 inches long and is exceptionally sturdy.  Unfortunately the long pusher does not fit in the case but i keep them together in one of the jumbo Zip-Lock storage bags and hang it in the pantry where it is always handy and dust free.
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Post by: Halex on November 07, 2011, 08:55:45 pm
Teninas book  Dinner Spinners, just logged on to purchase, its sold out!!!

H ???
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Post by: JulieO on November 07, 2011, 09:04:51 pm
Thanks Andi.  I thought about getting one sent from the US as they are cheaper there ($270 + $50 for the long pusher),  but the shipping was $75 so would have worked out dearer than buying it from here.  The cheapest I can find it here is $315 and the long pusher a further $56, so not much change from $400 once postage is added.  

I never rush into buying anything expensive like this, like to make sure it's what I want first, but after days of researching on-line  I keep coming back to this brand and model.  :)


ETA:  After a bit more on-line checking OS, I found a place in the US where I've been able to get it and the long pusher delivered for $300, $100 less than buying it here.  Should be here by end of next week.  :)
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Post by: johnro on November 07, 2011, 09:45:15 pm
I emailed Tenina yesterday and she advised that Dinner Spinners is not being released until I thought she said 17th Nov, while the 2nd book is mid Dec - I will recheck the reply as I have obviously got it mixed (I emailed from school)  :)  :)
PS - The following is from Tenina's email - The Dinner Spinner which is my small project is available only online or at cooking classes. (My ones obviously!!)
hahah…so the Dinner Spinner will be available after November 22nd and the For Foods Sake will be available mid December I think
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Post by: maddy on November 08, 2011, 02:48:33 am
(http://www.randomhouse.com.au/content/titles/9781742451039.jpg)

With a cover that gorgeous, how could it not be on display.
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2011, 02:55:15 am
Thanks johnro
H :)
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Post by: JulieO on November 08, 2011, 03:22:06 am
Maddy, that's so you!  :D
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Post by: johnro on November 08, 2011, 03:50:58 am
Maddy I also pruchased that book last week when I picked up the 2nd heart tin at a bargaib price - actually you came to mind as soon as I had it in my hand  :)  :) It has been my bedtime story ever since  :)  :) :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2011, 03:53:51 am
Have yet to see that book girls but will try to - even if it is just to hold it & flick through it.
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Post by: johnro on November 08, 2011, 03:59:02 am
I only paid $29 Judy which was as much of a shock as the $24 for my 2nd tin  :)  :)
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Post by: maddy on November 08, 2011, 04:14:09 am
Quote from: johnro on November 08, 2011, 03:50:58 am
Maddy I also pruchased that book last week when I picked up the 2nd heart tin at a bargaib price - actually you came to mind as soon as I had it in my hand  :)  :) It has been my bedtime story ever since  :)  :) :)

 :D :D
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Post by: obbie on November 08, 2011, 05:19:34 am
 ;D Maddy, you have influenced so many of us with your shopping.
I must look for that book too,

thanks,
Robyn
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2011, 07:04:45 am
The book is lovely Maddy. But I think I have most of the recipes. :D :D
I thought of you when I was in some kitchen shops this morning. I saw an electric whoopee pie maker in pink. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2011, 07:26:48 am
I also noticed a macaron kit in the kitchen shop. All you had to do was add water. $39.95. I'll stick to making my own.
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Post by: tarasis on November 08, 2011, 07:30:41 am
You guys and the TMX have broke me (or further domesticated me). I am searching Amazon (de) for something for keeping hot food hot / cold food cold. Not to mention a bread bin, silicon spatula, knife block for Bob! Hello Kitty cake tin for a friend and a couple of other bits (like storage jars). (Though as noted elsewhere I'd spring for a Thermoserver if they sold them here)
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Post by: jeninwa on November 08, 2011, 09:41:20 am
I got a copy of the Tenina's Dinner Spinner today as a thank you for helping in the kitchen (at the sink) at her photo shot. Great size book and will fit nicely in my handbag to take shopping with me. It is hinges on the bottom left hand corner. High gloss, should just wipe clean from spills. Also has serving sizes. The Feta Tart looks interesting it has vodka in the batter. Will let you know when I have cooked something out of it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 08, 2011, 11:17:55 am
Do you know if her class is at Counter Top, 428 Scarborough Bch Road, Osborne Park on the 29th Nov at 7pm...yes? I have a ticket but the details on the website are miniscule.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 08, 2011, 11:48:24 am
Yes it there, never heard of it before. I thought you were coming to the class on the 22nd?

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on November 08, 2011, 11:17:55 am
Do you know if her class is at Counter Top, 428 Scarborough Bch Road, Osborne Park on the 29th Nov at 7pm...yes? I have a ticket but the details on the website are miniscule.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on November 08, 2011, 11:50:42 am
Quote from: jeninwa on November 08, 2011, 11:48:24 am
Yes it there, never heard of it before. I thought you were coming to the class on the 22nd?

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on November 08, 2011, 11:17:55 am
Do you know if her class is at Counter Top, 428 Scarborough Bch Road, Osborne Park on the 29th Nov at 7pm...yes? I have a ticket but the details on the website are miniscule.
I thought you were coming on the 22nd as well CP.  :( :(
How did you find out where is is to be held Jeninwa?
My credit card has been debited but I haven't received any tickets or details
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 08, 2011, 01:33:21 pm
you know what...I actually don't know what class I'm booked into...I just bought the ticket without taking note and haven't received any details. For some reason I put the 11 November in my iPhone (I think I had better PM Tenina)
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Post by: andiesenji on November 08, 2011, 04:18:15 pm
Quote from: tarasis on November 08, 2011, 07:30:41 am
You guys and the TMX have broke me (or further domesticated me). I am searching Amazon (de) for something for keeping hot food hot / cold food cold. Not to mention a bread bin, silicon spatula, knife block for Bob! Hello Kitty cake tin for a friend and a couple of other bits (like storage jars). (Though as noted elsewhere I'd spring for a Thermoserver if they sold them here)

If you can find a restaurant supply store that sells to the public, look for one of the insulated service bowls.   I have several of the Vollrath bowls (http://www.buffetequipmentworld.com/vollrath-servingbowls.html), different sizes, which keep foods at serving temps for extended periods.
Used in combination with stretchy silicone bowl lids, that do not transfer heat or cold, they hold foods either hot or cold with no additional heat/cold source for a few hours.  Placed inside an insulated carrier - such as a styrofoam ice chest, the time is extended.  

I also have a smaller one that I purchased a while back made by ThermaWare.  I think you can contact the company to see if their products are sold near your.  G & S Metal Products (http://www.gsmetal.com/display_page.asp?page_id=255)
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2011, 09:00:00 pm
Some nice looking bowls there andie.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 08, 2011, 09:28:12 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 08, 2011, 09:00:00 pm
Some nice looking bowls there andie.

Most are too big for my everyday use - I used them when I was catering.  I have sold a few - I originally had about twenty - but have hung on to some as they are good for potluck parties and such.
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Post by: maddy on November 09, 2011, 12:38:48 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/il_570xN-1.jpg?t=1320798198)

I have an apron for every occasion  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2011, 01:14:22 am
CP and jeninwa I have my receipt saying I've paid but nothing more. It's not even a ticket like last time. I guess we'll hear it's still a while away. CP I thought you were coming on 22nd too.
The book sounds good jeninwa.

Maddy that apron will truly be able to be worn everywhere.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 09, 2011, 01:51:03 am
Yes, thats all I've got too. The website however has the 29th on it so that is why I was assuming that was the date. I have PM'd Tenina but if I don't hear from her I will just turn up on the 22nd anyway.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 09, 2011, 02:09:06 am
Yep, its the 22nd!  ;D Tickets are apparently going out within the next few days.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2011, 03:51:02 am
Thanks. I did message Mandy to ask for the address.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 09, 2011, 03:54:44 am
thats the one cookie that I posted up a few posts. Hey you have made ricotta...I have just posted something here  (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=6564.0)if you can help???
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Post by: Deeau on November 09, 2011, 04:12:24 am
Do I need one of these ?  ???Tefal Fresh Express
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rL_ODFOkRA
I have been quite taken for a while with the idea of a Mandoline but to be honest they frighten the crap out of me and good ones cost a bomb, do you think this suppliments the TM or do they do too many things the same? Or should I just get better at using a knife....like the idea that this all goes in the dishwasher. I only ever used my food processer for grating and slicing but it was a pain to get out and a pain to wash so it got flicked when the TM came.
I swear I am sure I have bought MORE appliances since the TM than before ...lol
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2011, 06:45:53 am
CP I have replied on the site where you asked the question. :-*
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 09, 2011, 07:15:03 am
Maddy - I absolutely LOVE your apron - it almost inspires me to drag out my sewing machine and have a go at making one.
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Post by: maddy on November 09, 2011, 07:41:41 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 09, 2011, 07:15:03 am
Maddy - I absolutely LOVE your apron - it almost inspires me to drag out my sewing machine and have a go at making one.

You should do that  8)  I would give anything to have the talent to sew  :-))  Aprons are a big weakness for me.  I love vintage inspired ones more than anything!  I am very handy at using glue and iron on "no sew tape" lol
Do you have anyone that would love them as Christmas presents?.........sew in your own label, and there is a Marina original  ;)
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Post by: nazar on November 09, 2011, 10:24:30 am
maddy do you have a apron that says thermomix queen or somthing like that

l brought the heart shape pan from target today   l cant wait to try it out l have to work so will try it out next week

has anyone baked bread in the silcone ones l have a bug and a star one from k mart or big w
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Post by: andiesenji on November 09, 2011, 03:55:29 pm
Quote from: maddy on November 09, 2011, 07:41:41 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 09, 2011, 07:15:03 am
Maddy - I absolutely LOVE your apron - it almost inspires me to drag out my sewing machine and have a go at making one.

You should do that  8)  I would give anything to have the talent to sew  :-))  Aprons are a big weakness for me.  I love vintage inspired ones more than anything!  I am very handy at using glue and iron on "no sew tape" lol
Do you have anyone that would love them as Christmas presents?.........sew in your own label, and there is a Marina original  ;)

With the newer sewing machines one doesn't need a lot of talent for sewing.  If you can operate a pair of scissors (or a rolling cutter, which works great for people like me with arthritic hands)  you can sew just about anything.  One of the ladies in my book club retired from teaching after 47 years! and got one of the programmable sewing machines that also does embroidery.  After just a few months she is turning out some beautiful things that look so professional they surprise her. 
She said her mother tried to teach her to sew when she was a young woman but it was a disaster.  Then she had no time for much of anything besides teaching for decades. 
She is making some frilly holiday aprons with matching kitchen towels and some appliance covers for gifts for friends at the retirement community in which she lives.   She got the copyright-free artwork off the internet.   
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 09, 2011, 07:27:03 pm
I got a new, fairly low-middle range Bernina sewing machine not long before I got my TMX (guess which machine has been neglected?), and was really amused to see that it is referred to as a "sewing computer" now, not a sewing machine.

The big, fancy machines are really amazing.  I have a friend in Adelaide who does quilting and she has a couple of different machines which she uses depending upon what she is doing.  I will have to manage with just the one!

I used to do a lot of hand cross stitch on towels which I gave away as gifts, but haven't done one of those for years now (my TMX, the weeds in our garden and our business soaks up all my spare time).
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Post by: Deeau on November 09, 2011, 09:55:45 pm
I have one of those "big fancy " machines  ;D ( actually it is my 4th embroidery machine ) I also have a few other machines as well. They are truly amazing and have come along way seeing when I first got mine we did baby things on towels now they can create works of art! I must admit my machine must feel quite neglected as it has been almost ignored for the last couple of years since my Thermomix arrived and an obsession with cooking started!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 11, 2011, 03:14:37 am
(https://www.ezibuy.com.au/productimages/v2/large/1/24207_197185_46504.jpg)

(https://www.ezibuy.com.au/productimages/v2/large/1/18728_146724_16520.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2011, 03:20:13 am
Couldn't resist some freebies this morning.  Buy BBC Australian Good Food get a free sample bag, buy 3 Philly products get the free cookbook Simply Heaven and  SBS Feast is a new magazine so I had to have that too.  I have been so good with not buying too many magazines too  :-)) :-))
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Post by: maddy on November 11, 2011, 03:24:52 am
I find it's so hard not to buy any magazines, that has a hint of "Christmas" mentioned on the cover  :-))......it's like there will be 1 special thing/recipe I will miss out on, so I buy them all just in case  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2011, 06:05:15 am
I'm glad I'm not the only one. On Tuesday I came home with: The Women's Day, (I usually buy this, not sure why), Australian Good Food, BBC Good Food, Super Food Ideas and Feast. This morning I was looking at the WW Christmas magazine. I managed to not buy it.
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Post by: Amanda on November 11, 2011, 12:01:51 pm
Spot of retail therapy in the kitchenware store today.
Some new pastry brushes, a nice new silicone spatula and some stripey teatowels!
Oh, and some shiny red shoes yesterday! :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on November 11, 2011, 04:29:18 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 11, 2011, 06:05:15 am
I'm glad I'm not the only one. On Tuesday I came home with: The Women's Day, (I usually buy this, not sure why), Australian Good Food, BBC Good Food, Super Food Ideas and Feast. This morning I was looking at the WW Christmas magazine. I managed to not buy it.

Not the only one for sure.  I used to buy them too but haven't for the past few years, since I retired.  When I was still working (and driving 140 miles a day, round trip) there was a newsstand in the hospital lobby next door to my office building and as we lunched at the hospital a couple of days each week, I had to walk right past and would pick up one or two. 
Now I avoid the magazine aisle in the local stores because I tend to buy things I never  bother to read.
I also have saved all the holiday magazines from years gone by and I have a tall stack of holiday cookbooks. 
The only exceptions are the little holiday cookbooks from Pillsbury or Betty Crocker which are sold next to the check-out counter and I manage to pick up while standing in line. 
I think I've actually found more good ideas in those little creations than in any of the big fancy cookbooks.  I just don't use their mixes or products and substitute for something I have on hand. 

I'm very good at "winging it" with recipe modifications. . .  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 11, 2011, 05:57:53 pm
I went shopping with my SIL's today and we visited a Lakeland where I bought this
http://www.lakeland.co.uk/14489/3D-Christmas-Cookie-Cutter-Set and this
http://www.lakeland.co.uk/15555/Kransekake-Pan these
http://www.lakeland.co.uk/15577/24-Tulip-Muffin-Cases  ;D ;D
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Post by: andiesenji on November 11, 2011, 07:00:09 pm
I used to be a total sucker for cookie cutters and amassed a pile of them, not just for Christmas or holidays but some funny ones (howling coyote, saguaro cactus, turtles, pinwheels and etc.) but finally reached the tipping point and said "No More!"

However strange things happen and for some reason (possibly because of seeing all the ones I have and use) people began giving me cookie cutters.  Oy!  I absolutely do not "collect" them and only have them because I used to do a lot more baking and had a use for them.  Does this convince my friends - No.  I still get the occasional cookie cutter when someone comes across an odd one.
And there are some real oddities out there. 

Consider these:  an alligator and a palm tree (from Florida), an odd lumpy amoeba shape that is supposed to be decorated like one of the dancing raisins (did that fad reach OZ?),  a Harley-Davidson motorcycle where one is supposed to carefully fill in the lettering of the "proprietary" name (from the HD shop here in town), and lastly and most oddly, a chastity belt cookie cutter, complete with key!
I have given all of the odd ones away, hopefully to never again see the light of day.  Thank goodness no one ever thought to give me any of the "naughty parts" cookie cutters.   :o
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2011, 06:06:46 am
I'm glad that store isn't too near to me CC.
I used the tulip muffin cases to make [urlhttp://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5183.0=]panettone[/url] last year.

Sorry I can't get the link to work.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 12, 2011, 06:10:55 am
Andie, we got a violin shaped cookie cutter when we were in Cremona, Italy a couple of years ago - I gave it to one of my colleagues in the hope that she would be inspired to make some cookies, but I'm still waiting!

I love some of your oddities - you wonder who actually sits and thinks "...I think I'll make a [shape] cookie cutter today".
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Post by: tarasis on November 12, 2011, 06:51:32 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 12, 2011, 06:06:46 am
I'm glad that store isn't too near to me CC.
I used the tulip muffin cases to make [urlhttp://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5183.0=]panettone[/url] last year.

Sorry I can't get the link to work.

Here you go Cookie, just needed a = between the l and the h of urlhttp and remove the = from the end of 5183.0

panettone (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5183.0)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 12, 2011, 07:45:36 am
Maddy i saw the ww retro cookbook today in DJ's 30% off, so tempted to buy but have a very expensive december coming up.

Did you buy it?
hally :)
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Post by: achookwoman on November 12, 2011, 08:10:16 am
Dan Lepard's Short and Sweet has just been released.  I ordered it from Book Depository,  $34.,  no postage charge.  I bought it for the bread recipes but the cake recipes are inspiring.  He explains, in very simple terms the chemistry of bread making.
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Post by: foodiepep on November 12, 2011, 08:31:15 am
Today I bought the pasta roller attachment for my Kitchenaid for $79.99  am so happy about that.  (They are usually $150.00)

It will be so good to be able to roll out pasta without needing a third hand.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2011, 08:32:38 am
Thanks Rob. I don't usually have any trouble but today it wasn't playing. :'(
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Post by: kezza on November 12, 2011, 10:37:58 am
Today I bought a Panasonic breadmaker after reading posts about using them just for baking.  Still getting my head around reading instructions, as I have never used or seen one used before. Also started my Christmas shopping in earnest.  Does anyone in WA know where I can buy jars for mustards, jams etc. either online or local?  I used to buy mine from a shop in Subiaco markets, which of course is now no longer there. I am after small to medium size.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 12, 2011, 11:29:22 am
Kezza,  re Panasonic bread maker,  if you want any help just ask.    Best to make a basic loaf to get started.
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Post by: johnro on November 12, 2011, 12:04:00 pm
What a shame that I am not nearer Kezza you could have had mine as I no longer use it.  CC really like the look and the thought of using the Kransekake Pan - how interesting!! I love the Christmas season (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/emoticons/mood/mood-emoticon-0126.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) and Maddy I am with you re mags and a mention of Christmas   :)  :)
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Post by: Vivaroo on November 12, 2011, 12:15:36 pm
Aren't these Ninjabread Men Cookie Cutters (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Fred-Ninjabread-Men-Cookie-Cutters.aspx) awesome?  I'm getting them for DS karate sensais (hope they don't have 50 sets already!)
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on November 12, 2011, 01:32:07 pm
Quote from: kezza on November 12, 2011, 10:37:58 am
Does anyone in WA know where I can buy jars for mustards, jams etc. either online or local?  I used to buy mine from a shop in Subiaco markets, which of course is now no longer there. I am after small to medium size.
Silverlock Packaging in Canning Vale sell to the public but you have to buy minimum quantities and I don't remember what those quantities are.  :( :( sorry. Give them a ring- they were very helpful when I bought from them. I think Faffa mentioned another place in a post somewhere.
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Post by: Meagan on November 12, 2011, 03:14:00 pm
The other place is www.cospak.com.au they also have a minimum but I use jars all the time so just buy a box of 20/30 depending on the size. They are in welshpool. I am pretty sure the min spend at silver lock is $50
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Post by: faffa_70 on November 12, 2011, 10:36:57 pm
the other place in CaningVale is Plasdene's - sorry on my phone but they will come up with google  ;)
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Post by: Halex on November 12, 2011, 11:06:57 pm
Vivaroo, what great cookiecutters for sensai and also for any boy, i am tempted.....
Hally :)
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Post by: maddy on November 13, 2011, 04:50:01 am
Black sheers with scarf for DD's room makeover......which I am seriously needing a good shove to start.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-3.gif)

Buying the stuff that's going into the room is the easy bit  :-\ I already had to delay the bed delivery, as it was meant to be Friday just gone.......and I haven't painted it yet  :-))
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Post by: johnro on November 14, 2011, 02:43:10 am
Oh Maddy the one thing I hate making are curtains -despite the wonder of a finished curtain when hung - the wole process I find quite boring!!!!  Give me costumes for a stage show or adding bling to dance costumes any time, painting is in the same basket as curtains for moi!!! Good luck  :)  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2011, 05:37:21 am
I went into the city this morning a bought some of the just released Nespresso Christmas capsules. I also had a spend up on Lush bath bombs for Christmas gifts. I also shouted myself a new cleanser and primer at MAC. I need all the help I can get.

I saw Meagan too, on her way to hopefully make a sale.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on November 14, 2011, 06:53:27 am
I love Lush I am able to smell it from afar when in a shopping centre with the said outlet - our closest Lush store is the Sunshine Coast.  :(  :(
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2011, 07:52:31 am
We first saw it in Brisbane many years ago. DH can smell it from about 100 metres or so. We have just got one in the city recently, before the only one here was at a local shopping centre.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on November 14, 2011, 08:39:46 am
Quote from: achookwoman on November 12, 2011, 11:29:22 am
Kezza,  re Panasonic bread maker,  if you want any help just ask.    Best to make a basic loaf to get started.
Thank you chookie. I made a sourdough loaf in it yesterday (bake only) and it was great.  Have now got a  a basic loaf in using the recipe in book using the rapid bake just to see what it is like. I will go back over your posts and re read your recipes and tips.
Quote from: johnro on November 12, 2011, 12:04:00 pm
What a shame that I am not nearer Kezza you could have had mine as I no longer use it.  CC really like the look and the thought of using the Kransekake Pan - how interesting!! I love the Christmas season (http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/emoticons/mood/mood-emoticon-0126.gif) (http://www.smileyvault.com/) and Maddy I am with you re mags and a mention of Christmas   :)  :)
Johnro, how sweet. I was given a gift card at work, so thought I would now get one.

And a BIG thank you to all who gave me tips on the jars  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 21, 2011, 02:41:07 am
 :) Saturday I bought pyrex dishes for me, set of 7.
Then i went home to cook and fill them.

Curtains for the kids rooms.
Roasting tin for sausage rolls with holes for so they don't get soggy.

Robyn
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Post by: Nay-nay on November 21, 2011, 03:16:46 am
Finally got a ceramic shortbread mould - not brown bag brand but from England and good postage to Australia.  ;)Ebay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/250789227878?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 21, 2011, 04:00:38 am
Quote from: maddy on November 09, 2011, 12:38:48 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/il_570xN-1.jpg?t=1320798198)

I have an apron for every occasion  :P


now why doesnt that surprise me!! love the apron  ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 21, 2011, 11:37:57 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on November 21, 2011, 04:00:38 am

now why doesnt that surprise me!! love the apron  ;D

LOL  :P


Well you probably saw this buy in the Christmas tree thread

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/KGrHqJhwE7DdMo6jBOISphqwg60_1.jpg?t=1321705430)

well now the snowman house has some company for the mantle

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-5.jpg)

couple more buildings to find, and the Christmas village will be complete   :)
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Post by: Halex on November 21, 2011, 11:42:57 pm
Maddy you will have to post your christmas decorations once you hsve done yiur house, cant wait to see.

Shopping, i bought a christmas ham, love christmas ham. LOL does that count as shopping ;D

H :)
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Post by: maddy on November 22, 2011, 12:08:08 am
Ham is shopping  :)
We've been eating ham & turkey since it started appearing......think we might be over it by Christmas.
My Dad requested roast lamb for Christmas day  :-\ what?.......does anyone else have lamb on Christmas?....or is he just strange? LOL  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on November 22, 2011, 01:03:03 am
No Maddy he isn't strange. We had a lovely beef roast, cold, last year and a terrine. We can't eat a whole turkey and find that the breasts etc you buy are far too salty. This year I'm trying to get a turkey breast I can season and cook myself. There will only be the 3 of us and crazy (but loved) ma -in law for one meal. Plus anyone else we find nearer the day who will be by themselves. DD often finds single people at work who join us.
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Post by: maddy on November 22, 2011, 01:58:35 am
The book arrived today

(http://www.randomhouse.com.au/content/titles/9781742451039.jpg)

oh...it's so gorgeous!!!
I love how they have styled, the layout, and the old advertisements and pictures throughout the book.....just a pleasure to look at.
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Post by: maddy on November 22, 2011, 02:28:37 am
O.K.......final purchase for the week!........probably not, but telling myself so  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-7.png)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 22, 2011, 02:54:40 am
Quote from: maddy on November 22, 2011, 02:28:37 am
O.K.......final purchase for the week!........probably not, but telling myself so  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-7.png)
It's only Tuesday Maddy. Do you live near the shops?
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Post by: maddy on November 22, 2011, 03:01:10 am
 :P who am I kidding right?  Yes I do Cookie.....but I have more fun on the internet!

I shouldn't be here right now......DD's bed and frame come Thursday (after I delayed the first delivery), still haven't painted, put new carpet in....or ordered the carpet for that matter  :-))
  PLEASE tell me to go away if you see me here again before Thursday!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 22, 2011, 03:09:44 am
There's no stopping you maddy, your purchases are delightful but please pull the plug on your computer and get moving on DD's bedroom or her new furniture will end up with nowhere to go ;D  I expect to see a picture of her new room by the time I get home on Saturday. ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 22, 2011, 10:02:54 am
hahaha hopeless maddy i think im going to christen you  :P that kids song comes to mind go go go away come back another day  ;D

re chirstmas dinner my grandparents used to do 3 meats and sometimes lamb made it in..usually turkey, pork with crackling, and either beef or lamb..ive done a butterflied marinated leg of lamb with other meats...depends on what your used to I guess..first year in france i had deer so nothing surprses me lol

and JD where are you that you wont be home until thursday..too many posts so i have no idea where you got to  :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 22, 2011, 11:09:58 am
I'm not anywhere yet frozzie, we are leaving mid morning tomorrow to spend 3 nights in Tanunda in the South Australian Barossa Valley - I'm sure you have heard of that spot  ;)  Be home Saturday afternoon sometime.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 22, 2011, 11:21:33 am
well have a lovely time away JD...you deservfe a nice break and enjoy that lovely part of the world!  ;D
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Post by: johnro on November 22, 2011, 12:04:59 pm
Will be sending you special thoughts for an enjoyable break Judy - the Barossa is certainly lovely  :)  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on November 22, 2011, 04:28:19 pm
I have to go to the market this morning and to the farmer's market this afternoon but after that I will not be out and about until next week.
This Thursday is Thanksgiving Day in the US and shopping tomorrow will be ghastly and the day after TD is known as "Black Friday" as the stores are full of people taking advantage of all the big sales.
(Black Friday because it should put retailers "in the black" for the year.) 

People are already camping out to be first in line when some of the major stores open at midnight Thursday night/Friday morning - because supplies of the most desirable items are limited. 
The local news stations are showing folks with tents already lined up even this far ahead of time.  The overnight lows here are in the upper 20s (Fahrenheit) and they have to be freezing. 
I wouldn't go out there if they were giving the stuff away.

Maddy, I have those cookbook from when they weren't "retro" and I dressed like that, which is hard to believe now.  I went shopping wearing a dress, heels, a hat and gloves.  Oy!  Am I glad things have changed!
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Post by: achookwoman on November 22, 2011, 07:01:50 pm
Andi, same here about the retro.  I think we are the same age.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 22, 2011, 07:08:48 pm
Happy thanksgiving (in advance) to all our American friends.  It's a holiday we don't celebrate at all here, although we obviously hear of it.

I laughed at your comment about dressing up to go shopping, Andie - although I'm a bit younger than you, I can remember as a child that I wasn't allowed to wear trousers (or denim jeans) until I got into my teen years (I got there right at the end of the hippy era), fortunately the hats and gloves had dropped out of fashion before I was born.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 22, 2011, 08:33:57 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on November 22, 2011, 07:01:50 pm
Andi, same here about the retro.  I think we are the same age.

I was born in 1939 so turned 21 in 1960.   Bebop was popular when my teens began, rock and roll when I was in high school - I went to see Elvis in Chicago in March 1957 - the tickets were a birthday present and I was one of 12,000 screaming fans - lost my voice. 

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Post by: medusa on November 23, 2011, 03:31:01 am
just got this book in the mail and it looks pretty good

(http://www.newholland.com.au/imgsize.php?w=160&img=http://www.newholland.com.au/products/images/9781742570990.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2011, 07:01:25 am
I love the colour and shape.
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Post by: maddy on November 23, 2011, 11:29:15 am
Quote from: medusa on November 23, 2011, 03:31:01 am
just got this book in the mail and it looks pretty good

(http://www.newholland.com.au/imgsize.php?w=160&img=http://www.newholland.com.au/products/images/9781742570990.jpg)

What a great cover!
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Post by: medusa on November 23, 2011, 10:43:33 pm
It's actually quite a nice book, I so needed inspiration for filling the freezer up, don't want to be cooking every night insummer.  So far so good.  although I do have to say, went to order it from Australia (where the author is from) and it was twice the price plus postage then it was by buying it from the US. 

If anyone wants a good book website try www.booko.com.au it shows you the cheapest place to buy a book from and it also tellls you postage too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: chicksta44 on November 24, 2011, 02:30:03 am
I'm a fan of the Frostbite Facebook page. They have lots of great stuff on there too! :)
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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2011, 03:05:35 am
 :) I bought new shoes today, also a whole lot yesterday from groceryrun.


And a new motorbike for the kids for xmas.

Robyn
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Post by: Halex on November 24, 2011, 03:30:03 am
Just bought
The Australian WW christmas magazine

Some great recipes inside :D
H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on November 24, 2011, 03:37:52 am
how cool is this toaster just under $ 400.00
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Post by: cookie1 on November 24, 2011, 03:58:49 am
I saw that  in the paper. I love it. It'd save looking in the top to see if the toast was ready.
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Post by: maddy on November 24, 2011, 08:47:12 am
That is one cool toaster fundj!


Bought more paint  :o good lordy!.... has gone up in price since the last time I bought some!

and

(http://images-cdn.ecwid.com/images/717242/21676323.jpg)

.....thought I'd do my bit to  help Tenina's super fund  ;)

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Post by: andiesenji on November 24, 2011, 06:05:40 pm
Quote from: fundj on November 24, 2011, 03:37:52 am
how cool is this toaster just under $ 400.00

I've been looking at that toaster since this (http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/appliances-small/watch-the-toast-transparent-magimix-vision-toaster-113987) showed up in my email a year and a half ago.

I've been waiting for the price to come down as it was exclusively available at Williams Sonoma (http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/magimix-glass-vision-toaster/?cm_re=040810-_-hero-_-magimix_vision_toaster_image&cm_src=hphero).

They have recently reduced the price to $249.95 but I'm going to wait a while longer - once it is no longer a W-S exclusive item, the prices tend to drop significantly.  

I want it to add to my collection - I don't collect many new toasters but this one is so different as to make it interesting.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 24, 2011, 06:14:55 pm
i would love to get one andi, but  to expensive for me at the moment
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Post by: Frozzie on November 24, 2011, 08:26:19 pm
I hardly use my current toaster so definatley couldnt justify that price tag for one but like how its different..however just having clear sides doesnt justify the hike in price compared to a standard toaster in my eyes  :-))
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Post by: johnro on November 24, 2011, 08:31:27 pm
Wow Maddy I love your Christmas purchases - I bought another tree (305 off at Target yesterday) so that we could have a tree in rumpus room  :)  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 24, 2011, 08:42:01 pm
how many trees do you put up???
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Post by: andiesenji on November 24, 2011, 09:20:06 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on November 24, 2011, 08:26:19 pm
I hardly use my current toaster so definatley couldnt justify that price tag for one but like how its different..however just having clear sides doesnt justify the hike in price compared to a standard toaster in my eyes  :-))


The regular Dualit toasters cost more than that and I have had bad luck with the ones I bought.  I think they were designed to work on the higher voltage in the UK and the ones designed for the US simply did not have enough power.  I think I spent over $350.00 on the first one I bought and it never worked as well as my (then) 40-year-old Sunbeam T20.   
I bought a Russell Hobbs automatic tea kettle from the UK and used it with a transformer for years before they were engineered for the US.  It boiled water much faster than the newer one I got.  Some things simply don't "translate" well when crossing the pond.
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Post by: maddy on November 24, 2011, 11:18:06 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on November 24, 2011, 09:20:06 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on November 24, 2011, 08:26:19 pm
I hardly use my current toaster so definatley couldnt justify that price tag for one but like how its different..however just having clear sides doesnt justify the hike in price compared to a standard toaster in my eyes  :-))


The regular Dualit toasters cost more than that and I have had bad luck with the ones I bought.  I think they were designed to work on the higher voltage in the UK and the ones designed for the US simply did not have enough power.  I think I spent over $350.00 on the first one I bought and it never worked as well as my (then) 40-year-old Sunbeam T20.   


(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy119.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
.....to this day, hubby does not know how much I paid for our dualit......and it will never cross my lips either  :P
Love it.....we do use it frequently, so that was enough justification for me.....oh and maybe because of it's colour helped sway the decision slightly  ;D

(http://cn1.kaboodle.com/img/c/0/0/155/0/AAAADC359UoAAAAAAVUDUA/dualit-classic-4-slice-toaster--petal-pink.jpg?v=1305236433000)

Had it for years and hasn't skipped a beat.  If the elements ever pack up, you can purchase replacements and fit them yourself.


If it ever goes to god.....will replace it with this one

(http://www.partmaster.co.uk/cgi-bin/image.pl?b=5045175476651&s=480&t=z&i=0)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on November 25, 2011, 02:48:20 am
Maddy, I had the one in which you could toast sandwiches as well as make toast.  It came with two sandwich "cages" for use in two of the 4 slots.

It worked okay for a while but then began to toast unevenly - the toast look like it had bars on it. 

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on November 25, 2011, 10:22:29 am
Bought a Breville (quiet) kettle, as my current one sprung a leak, a gas Weber bbq (was going to build a woodfired pizza oven, but went for practicality instead), two mattresses and more 'everyday' wine glasses, as my DH has a habit of breaking them!  He broke (pardon the pun) his own record last week, by breaking two in the same week.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on November 26, 2011, 12:19:47 am
we got one  ;Dwell 2 1 for us and 1 for DS

the milk frother is fantastic DD said its better than nespresso

a big mug does fits nicely
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2011, 03:06:56 am
Here's my shopping from our getaway in the Barossa Valley.  Not shown are the fresh fruit and vegetables from the Angaston Farmers market bought on the way home. The 4 pack wine (Rizza) was from Kaesler Winery.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on November 26, 2011, 05:27:28 pm
In this morning's email there was another discount code from Williams-Sonoma for all electrics as well as a Free Shipping code, also for electrics.
I also found a W-S gift card that was buried under some junk on my desk (should clean more often) and which I had been "saving" for something special. 

Therefore I ordered the Magimix Vision toaster.   With the discount and the free shipping (still had to pay the sales tax) it brought my out-of-pocket cost down to 129.44...

Not bad.   As soon as it is in my hot little hands I will be taking photos of the toaster in action to see if it conforms to the hype.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on November 26, 2011, 05:46:47 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on November 26, 2011, 05:27:28 pm
In this morning's email there was another discount code from Williams-Sonoma for all electrics as well as a Free Shipping code, also for electrics.
I also found a W-S gift card that was buried under some junk on my desk (should clean more often) and which I had been "saving" for something special. 

Therefore I ordered the Magimix Vision toaster.   With the discount and the free shipping (still had to pay the sales tax) it brought my out-of-pocket cost down to 129.44...

Not bad.   As soon as it is in my hot little hands I will be taking photos of the toaster in action to see if it conforms to the hype.

Wow Andie just too good an offer to ignore ;) I love toast ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 26, 2011, 08:28:59 pm
They look great Judy what was Maggies shop like? I would love to go there one day.
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2011, 09:46:43 pm
Maggie's farm shop was a real buzz Yvette.  Tastings everywhere but lacking bread or crackers. Her produce makes you realise just how much we can do ourselves though so in that regard, thermomix visitors would probably not be her best customers ;) I love anything beetroot so couldn't pass up her beetroot jam. The Barossa Bark reminded me of Chookies Savoury Flat Bread (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=7336.0) - if only I could remember the price of Maggies for just a few pieces of 'bark' per packet. DD2 is up there at the moment so I have asked her to check out the price for me - I know it is going to make me feel so good that Chookie's recipe makes heaps for practically nothing. There is a lake out the back which has turtles hanging aimlessly around in it and I saw a peacock in the car park.  It was almost lunch time when we were there so the place was buzzing with people.  The menu is based around 'picnic fare baskets'  (http://www.maggiebeer.com.au/farmshop/fare/) - a casual, light lunch relaxing overlooking the lake. Here (http://www.urbanspoon.com/u/photo_list/1350332?photo_id=552749) are some photos of the different choices. Not all reviews were positive but then you get that anywhere you go, some people you just can't please.  Cooking demonstration at 2pm (not Maggie) but we weren't there then.  I'll swear one of the women behind the counter must be Maggie's sister - I heard her voice, spun around expecting to see Maggie but no, someone very similar in appearance instead.  This place is a must for any foodie visiting the Barossa Valley.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 27, 2011, 08:57:40 am
Thanks Judy, yes I agree we probably could make a lot of her produce but it is nice seeing what others make and she seems like a lovely lady. Glad you are home safe and had a good trip  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2011, 09:32:52 am
DD rang from Maggie's this morning - Barossa Bark has 4 pieces in the pack and costs $9.95 so thanks Chookie for your Savoury Flat Bread recipe. :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 27, 2011, 09:37:37 am
OMG, how much, bank loan needed to feed a party,   I defrosted the rest of chookies flat bread yesterday and put them in the oven, still lovely.

How can she charge so much!!!!!!


Thans chookie :)

Gotta dash DS is putting on a magic show, this will crack us up, he is sooo excited....

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 27, 2011, 12:52:07 pm
my sister went to Maggies and remembers fondly being bussed in and passing someone bending over in the garden with a big botty. Turns out it was Maggie. I love her. Such a gorgeous face with a big cheerful smile, how can you not smile when she is so good and passionate about what she does. I'm going to go to her place sometime in the next coupla years hopefully.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 28, 2011, 06:22:25 am
 :) I bought a new car today, another ute. does that count.

Robyn ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2011, 07:26:34 am
Yes it sure does.  We took delivery of our new 55" TV today - DH very happy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on November 28, 2011, 08:44:32 am
Quote from: judydawn on November 28, 2011, 07:26:34 am
Yes it sure does.  We took delivery of our new 55" TV today - DH very happy.
OMG Judy that's big :o We have a 42" TV  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on November 28, 2011, 09:00:32 am
That's a big tv JD
My black leather lounges arrived on Saturday, one has electric recliners. Very happy with them
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 28, 2011, 09:33:06 am
We have a 50" which we thought was  big, & 100" screen in our home theatre room.

Shopping today for party, treasure chest pinatta, lollies galore!!!! All wrapped for lolly bags & pinatta, i dont like unwrapped lollies.
2 x 12 muffin/cup cake carriers.

Maddy if your on here, i saw brownie silicone pop moulds & stix to purchase as well, very tempted but was worried how to display and woukd the stix hold the brownie, advice pleeeeeeaaaaassssseeee.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2011, 09:47:33 am
I find big TV's seem to shrink after you've got used to them  ;) 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on November 28, 2011, 10:25:02 am
We bought a snazzy little VW golf.  Sure beats my big 4WD. It's nice not having to fit a pram in the boot anymore. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2011, 10:31:04 am
Wow, the big guns are coming out now  ;D ;D  Nice buy Chelsea.
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on November 28, 2011, 10:51:18 am
It won't happen again for a LONG, LONG time JD.  ;) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 28, 2011, 11:25:47 am
I bought a jellybag and stand from the uk and a bunch of board/society games for the kids seeing as though they are a bit older and a bit over baby games and we are in for a long winter so ALOT of times indoors lol! Im trying to be very good  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 28, 2011, 11:26:03 am
I am on my 2 nd VW Golf, last one was  7 years old, bought a new ine last year. Love my golf.

You will  love it too.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 29, 2011, 07:31:19 am
Quote from: Hally on November 28, 2011, 09:33:06 am


Maddy if your on here, i saw brownie silicone pop moulds & stix to purchase as well, very tempted but was worried how to display and woukd the stix hold the brownie, advice pleeeeeeaaaaassssseeee.

H :)

The wilton ones Hally?

(http://www.surlatable.com/images/customers/c1079/PRO-636183/generated/PRO-636183_Default_1_430x430.jpg)

They are in my cupboard, but haven't used them yet  :P
Once you cook them, let them cool in moulds, pop them out, then chill well before popping the stick in (melt chocolate, then dip stick in, then push into brownie).....should work fine.
I have a wilton book dedicated to Brownie pops

(http://www.kaboodle.com/hi/img/c/0/0/38/e/AAAADIhSh94AAAAAADjjGQ.jpg)

......as for the stands.....the ones I bought from etsy.com  (http://www.etsy.com/listing/78156805/popztee-cake-pop-stand?ref=sr_gallery_5&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=cake+pop+stand&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=)  are easy to use and clean.  I thought they were reasonably priced, as they get used regularly.

(http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.258303940.jpg)

Check out other stand ideas from etsy (http://www.etsy.com/search?search_submit=&q=cake+pop+stand&order=most_relevant&ship_to=ZZ&view_type=gallery).....by the way......it's my new favourite place to shop  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on November 29, 2011, 08:39:28 am
Quote from: maddy on November 29, 2011, 07:31:19 am
Check out other stand ideas from etsy (http://www.etsy.com/search?search_submit=&q=cake+pop+stand&order=most_relevant&ship_to=ZZ&view_type=gallery).....by the way......it's my new favourite place to shop  8)

(http://cdn7.fotosearch.com/bthumb/CSP/CSP508/k5085985.jpg) NOT LOOKING!!!!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 29, 2011, 08:47:26 am
Maddy yes they are the ones. Too late to get the stand now, need it for sunday.

Going to the cake shop tomorrow that i did the course at,  maybe they might  have some.

H :)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on November 29, 2011, 11:30:32 am
Quote from: maddy on November 29, 2011, 07:31:19 am
(http://www.surlatable.com/images/customers/c1079/PRO-636183/generated/PRO-636183_Default_1_430x430.jpg)

(http://www.kaboodle.com/hi/img/c/0/0/38/e/AAAADIhSh94AAAAAADjjGQ.jpg)

......as for the stands.....the ones I bought from etsy.com  (http://www.etsy.com/listing/78156805/popztee-cake-pop-stand?ref=sr_gallery_5&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=cake+pop+stand&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=)  are easy to use and clean.  I thought they were reasonably priced, as they get used regularly.

(http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.258303940.jpg)


Ooohh I haven't seen these molds before!  I've always just done it the Bakerella way but the molds look much easier (and less messy).

As for stands I just use a foam florist block, wrap it in co-ordinating tissue paper for whatever event I'm running and just stick the sticks into it.  I've been using the same foam block for about 18 months now so it's been great value.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 29, 2011, 12:15:09 pm
Wow Snappy what a great idea. I have some scooby doo wrapping paper left over I can use that. Scooby party.

Buying moulds tomrrow.

Oh dear, more work, but yes i love it.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 29, 2011, 08:08:55 pm
I just used some polystyrene packing that we cut into large squares and I decorate with coordinating ribbon. I haven't made any lately but the blocks are still in the cupboard ready to go. A very cheap alternative.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 30, 2011, 05:35:17 am
Well i bought 2 florist blocks havent bought the moulds yet, my concern is transporting them, plus 100 other things without them being damaged.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 30, 2011, 05:40:37 am
I find the transporting the hardest part. If I don't have a spare pair of hands in the car I place them in a box which fits on the floor behind the front seats in the car, this way they are contained within a box and are less likely to move around when the car moves.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 30, 2011, 05:45:12 am
The other issue i have its going to be 32 degrees at this stage, so everythung needs to be packed in eskys, so they woukd have to lie in their side in tupperware & the chocolate  might get cracked off.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2011, 06:15:15 am
DH and I did the kids chrissy shopping last night...our usual we all go together..;the kids scan the isles and let us know what they would like if they are really really good then DH disappears while i go grocery shopping with them, gets their presents they 'selected' and puts them in the boot of the car (thank goodness its a big boot) all un beknown to them  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on November 30, 2011, 08:29:17 am
Egg cartons work well for transporting  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 30, 2011, 09:19:08 am
Robyn, excellent idea, buying the moulds tomorrow ;D

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on November 30, 2011, 08:00:10 pm
I have had some shellacking done ;) , so far i love it.  ;D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2011, 09:50:55 pm
bought a 2m real christmas tree to be delivered in around 10 days, some new deco for the tree too and the kids dont stop asking me how many days until christmas every 5 mins...its going to be a long few weeks!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 01, 2011, 12:39:03 am
fundj - is the shellacking on furniture or your nails? If nails I got both my fingers and toes done at the moment and love it - hate when it's time for it to come off though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 01, 2011, 12:41:32 am
nails, does it really last for 2 weeks wonder ?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 01, 2011, 04:26:27 am
Yes it does last for 2 weeks have had it done many times. You have to be careful which brand you get done cause they can wreck your nails
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2011, 05:44:16 am
Hally and Chelsea both my brothers have Golf cars. One is a diesel one, they both love them. I guess while we tow the caravan round and launch the boat we'll have 4 wheel drives.

I've packed my shopping away from Melbourne. Another book on icecream, 2 pairs of shoes, 1 blouse, lots of gifts from Body Shop in Bridge Road, some kitchen shears (scanpan) from a DFO kitchen shop for DH to cut the wings off the fish, goodies from the Lindt cafe, goodies from Haigh's choclates and a couple of books from Dymocks. Oh and a Dan Lepard bread book from Readings in Carlton. I think that's all.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 01, 2011, 06:13:51 am
Good shop up cookie

Sounds like fun

H :)
Yes love my vw golf, my mum had them in the uk too :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 01, 2011, 06:40:17 am
fundj, I love it although I've only had it a few times. It definitely lasts and the last lot on my hands was still fine at three weeks although my nails had grown quite a lot and looked a bit trashy, on my toes I find it lasts even longer because they don't grow as quickly. As yvette says some places can damage your nails but I find it's when they are removing rather than in the application - that's if its true shellac as opposed to gel. One salon I went to started to apply gel when i asked for shellac and when I complained and asked them to stop got very irate and said I didn't know what I was talking about and that they were the experts - I got up and left and will never go back! When having it removed try and find a place that wraps each finger individually rather than gets you to leave your fingers sitting in acetone.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on December 01, 2011, 07:16:26 am
I have just had shellac removed after having it for most of this year - I figured that my nails needed some fresh air.  The biggest disappointment for me though is not being able to have a thermie chat once a fortnight as the nail technician was one of the people who bought a thermie sight unseen as a result of my raving each time I was in the salon - the same applied to the beauty therapist.  Perhaps I should take that as a sign I talk (rave) way too much  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on December 01, 2011, 08:10:02 am
I think I must tend to rave a bit as well. I have been asked to help others make the most of their TMX by holding a demonstration of sorts. As a qualified trainer I don't have a problem doing it but questioned whether it should be done by a consultant. The answer that came back was that this particular group of mums wanted someone who was like them and could show them the hints/tips etc but as they already own TMX's they didn't want the same old spiel. Unfortunately I am unable to attend on the set date but really besides the basics I was going to introduce them to this forum - it's where I went when I had my training wheels on.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 01, 2011, 08:50:18 am
Did my once a year shop in a wonderful Italian Supermarket in Melb.  Bought a large bag of dried porcini mushrooms, several trays of fresh lasagna noodles. several bottles of very Italian Grog.  4 large blocks of the best parmasan cheese, which I will wrap in foil and freeze.  Lots of packets of Loacker wafer biscuits.  As many different pasta shapes and colors as I could find.Many other things,  however the highlight of the trip was morning tea.  great coffee with a slice of Pannatone.  It was filled with a cream flavored with Bergamot.  I am going to make some of this,  even if it kills me!!!!!!   The shop people were interested to know what I thought,  was it moist enough, how sweet was the filling?   And the real prize was a small parcel of licorice root.  I have never seen this before but remember quite a discussion on the Forum when I first joined. 
This possibly is not REAL shopping, but for me great.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2011, 08:57:47 am
Chookie, not only is it real shopping it's interesting shopping. I could spend hours in shops that sell those sorts of things.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 01, 2011, 10:07:33 am
i agree yes its real shopping...sounds divine  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on December 01, 2011, 03:23:52 pm
Quote from: fundj on November 30, 2011, 08:00:10 pm
I have had some shellacking done ;) , so far i love it.  ;D



I have had it on my toes for three plus weeks and it looks like new. Love it!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 01, 2011, 06:44:23 pm
never heard of shelllacking here but have french gel on my fingers and toes and it lasts for weeks and wont damage your nails!  Some months i do it in colour, sometimes the korean print (forget what its called) sometimes just gel and some funky stickers, strass etc...i love it !
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Post by: andiesenji on December 01, 2011, 06:51:25 pm
Here it is referred to as "acrylics" and can do considerable damage to the nail bed, causing deformation that can last for years.

I tried it several years ago but apparently am very allergic to at least one of the ingredients as after a couple of applications, all around my nail the skin blistered. 
Some of the compounds contained formaldehyde but there have been some changes because of lawsuits. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 01, 2011, 07:41:04 pm
Hi Andie, shellac is quite different to acrylics. I've had acrylics and gel in the best and both have damaged my nails the first time around and i would nevere try them again, but I find the shellac has been fine the few times I've had it done. Apparently the shellac allows air to the nail which is one of the biggest problems. It's also best to continue using a cuticle oil while wearing the shellac which I wasn't advised to do with either of the other methods. I've always had terrible nails which are very dry and ridged so it's great to have them looking great every once in a while.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 01, 2011, 10:34:13 pm
Chookie, where is this shop in melbourne, i must go there on my next visit in december. It sounds fantastic

Thanks
H :)
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Post by: achookwoman on December 02, 2011, 03:55:11 am
Hally, Mediterranean Wholesalers,  482 Sydney Rd. Melb.  Let me know when you are coming,  and if free will show you around.  Bring an extra case.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 02, 2011, 04:34:17 am
that's a fantastic shop achookwoman. I haven't been there in years. I used to love buying fresh rolls and a few slices of ham and eating while browsing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 02, 2011, 06:24:46 am
the type of gel i have on my nails does not affect them or damage them at all but in a salon or institute they will easily knock you back 90 odd euros just for your hands as it isnt the same type as the chinese type places.  Here they warn you about going to the cheaper or asian type nail places or large chains that here anyway always use products that will damage your nails permanently...like anything i guess you get what you pay for and no its not about cost but finding out what products are being used..one of my neighbours was a nail technician and she put me onto someone I could trust whose products are safe...I have had breaks now and then of no gel with my nails and they are just as healthy and strong as when I didnt have this gel on them...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 03, 2011, 12:25:49 am
 ;D I bought 2 new computers yesterday for the kids.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 03, 2011, 04:57:37 am
Lucky kids Robyn! Christmas pressies?
I desperately need to update mine.....it's making very scary noises, so I must remember to back up EVERYTHING pronto!

Have been good  ;D no shopping to report.....but in saying that, I will be collecting the expressi machine at Aldi that's on hold  :D
I figure I can return it if I'm not happy, and the cost of their capsules is a 1/3rd of what I'm currently paying for the pods!.....plus....I have to pay expensive postage, plus I have to wait for them to arrive from Italy, then NSW.......fingers crossed it will be a comparative substitute.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 03, 2011, 01:00:23 pm
Saw this book at a preserving class that I went to a few weeks ago. Ordered it from the Book Depository and it arrived today. Beautiful book full of pics, recipes & useful stuff including natural storage and preservatives, freezing, drying and info on different methods of preservation such as bottling, preserving in oil, salting, curing, smoking and (ooohhh can't wait to try this) beer & wine making  ;D.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 04, 2011, 07:25:40 am
I went to another sourdough class today. It was Christmas baking and I bought yet another bread tin. A small one with high sides this time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 05, 2011, 02:29:02 am
 :) Hally, i gave them to the kids early.

I got a bargain, so i bought 2 computers instead of 1.

Robyn

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on December 05, 2011, 04:24:11 am
I don't get time to shop as I work full time and all the decent shops are 60kms from home. So today I bought the new Donna Hay mag...... So many nice things I want to try. And on the last page was a full ad on Thermomix. My next shopping adventure will ber online at an organics store. Not sure what I need to buy as yet, apart from Rapadura and Spelt Flour. Any ideas????
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 05, 2011, 04:31:37 pm
I had planned on going out to do some shopping for gifts today but the present temp is 17° F (-8.3C.) and the wind is blowing enough to make the wind chill too uncomfortable for the places I want to shop (not in the mall).   And this cold snap is supposed to continue for a few more days, the "highs" not reached until about 2:00 p.m. and then immediately cooling again.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Screenshot2011-12-05at82156AM.png)

So I am going back to online shopping and my nearest and dearest are going to get Amazon gift cards (which they like anyway) other than the gifts I had already purchased some time ago. 

My new toaster is due to arrive today and I will post a photo after I have given it a test run.

Last week a friend got a Nook ereader, had it in her purse yesterday at church and when she got home it was gone.  She thinks someone nicked it during their "coffee gathering" after the service as that was the only time her purse was not on her arm.  She had her wallet in her hand as she was giving a cash donation for "Toys for Tots" at the time. 
Can you imagine, someone stealing at a church. 
She immediately contacted the hot line and had the Nook disables so it won't be of any use to the thief.  And as she paid for the insurance, she is getting a new one immediately. 


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 05, 2011, 06:33:18 pm
Blimey Andie that is cold.A good idea doing your shopping on line and keeping youself inside keeping warm.
Sorry to hear about the thief in the church.Thank goodness your friend had insurance.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 05, 2011, 06:47:43 pm
It is so cold over there, Andie, I don't envy you at all, and the wind chill will make it so much worse.  I guess you can look on the bright side - at least it's not raining as well!

I was planning on getting gift vouchers for friends and family for Xmas and hadn't thought of Amazon!!!  Thanks for mentioning it.

I can't believe that someone stole something at church, that is so low, I hope the culprit gets caught.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 05, 2011, 10:05:54 pm
It's almost 2 p.m. and it has "warmed up" to 51° F.  Sweater weather for sure and with the wind, a good wind barrier coat for outside.

The toaster arrives and has had its first test.

It's pretty.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix2.jpg)
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix4.jpg)

I toasted a couple of slices of stollen in it, probably not a good test because of the sugar in the bread.  Somewhat uneven.
First in:
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix3.jpg)

nearly done
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix6.jpg)

Second piece set at higher setting (longer toasting).
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix10.jpg)

Later tests will be with English muffins, regular white bread, long slice of sourdough bread and etc.

The sides and ends get HOT.  This is not a good toaster for people with small children who will be near the toaster.

I'm so used to my Breville, that has cool sides and ends, that when I put my hand on the end where the lowering button is located, I was unpleasantly surprised to find it was too hot to leave my hand on it for long. 
I plan on writing a review and mentioning this fact, which I think really lowers the satisfaction score of this toaster.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 05, 2011, 10:21:47 pm
Andie, that toaster actually sounds dangerous!  It's a bit of a worry and may be an idea to query the safety guidlines with your appropriate authorities.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 05, 2011, 11:24:13 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on December 05, 2011, 10:21:47 pm
Andie, that toaster actually sounds dangerous!  It's a bit of a worry and may be an idea to query the safety guidlines with your appropriate authorities.

I have had this toaster for some time and is is absolutely wonderful. I also toasts just one side at a time if you like and the sides fall forward to clean. It is absolutely the best toaster I have ever owned so I also bought another for a Christmas gift for my daughter. Hope she doesn't read this!

I am sure Andi meant the weather had warmed to 51 degrees Fahrenheit not  Celsius  and not  the toaster!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: AmandaN on December 06, 2011, 03:11:37 am
I am no good at putting up photos, up links I can do!

My boys are quite into the Lego Ninjago.  (For those that don't know - think Lego Ninja style):
http://uglyduck-bricklink.blogspot.com/2010/12/lego-ninjago-minifigure-shots.html (http://uglyduck-bricklink.blogspot.com/2010/12/lego-ninjago-minifigure-shots.html)

Today I popped into a new Robin's Kitchen store, and got these:

Ninjabread cookie Cutters:
http://store.robinskitchen.com.au/fred-ninjabread-men.html (http://store.robinskitchen.com.au/fred-ninjabread-men.html)

Gingerdead Men
http://store.robinskitchen.com.au/free-gingerdead-men.html (http://store.robinskitchen.com.au/free-gingerdead-men.html)


Looks like I am going to be baking cookies all school holidays!


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 06, 2011, 05:09:49 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on December 05, 2011, 10:21:47 pm
Andie, that toaster actually sounds dangerous!  It's a bit of a worry and may be an idea to query the safety guidlines with your appropriate authorities.

The next time I toast something, I'm going to check the external temperature with my infrared thermometer to see the true surface temp. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2011, 05:23:41 am
Andie I do like your toaster, but not the fact that it gets so hot.

Amanda I really like the lego Ninjas. They are so cute.  Last year DD had a friend come round who was feeling very down. They went off into DD's side of the house (she has her room, bathroom and a sitting room as one side of the house). A few hours later I heard loud laughter. Later DD told us her friend had seen her old lego in a corner of her walk in robe and they had sat down and built things. At 30 years of age.  :D  Obviously the magic of lego ever wears off. While they were 'building' her girlfriend had talked lots and said she felt so much better for it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 06, 2011, 05:43:44 am
Quote from: andiesenji on December 06, 2011, 05:09:49 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on December 05, 2011, 10:21:47 pm
Andie, that toaster actually sounds dangerous!  It's a bit of a worry and may be an idea to query the safety guidlines with your appropriate authorities.

The next time I toast something, I'm going to check the external temperature with my infrared thermometer to see the true surface temp. 

Well if it is getting that hot then something is wrong. I have had mine for some time and it makes perfect toast and it is still cool to touch.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 06, 2011, 05:49:20 am
What a lovely story Cookie.  :D

Nice toaster Andi.  You'd think they would take the heat into consideration, but I guess you can't really shield glass too well from heat can you.  I've had a sunbeam for years that works quite okay, not as sexy as some but I don't leave mine out, it's gets put away in the cupboard after use.  I think if I had a nice looking one like the Magimix I would want to leave it out on show.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 06, 2011, 05:51:42 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 06, 2011, 05:49:20 am
What a lovely story Cookie.  :D

Nice toaster Andi.  You'd think they would take the heat into consideration, but I guess you can't really shield glass too well from heat can you.  I've had a sunbeam for years that works quite okay, not as sexy as some but I don't leave mine out, it's gets put away in the cupboard after use.  I think if I had a nice looking one like the Magimix I would want to leave it out on show.  :D

I think it is not right JulieO as I can touch the glass on mine  and it is not hot.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 06, 2011, 05:54:08 am
Oh it doesn't sound right then.  Andi maybe you should contact where you bought it from and tell them so you can get an exchange.  I do like the look of it.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 06, 2011, 06:36:37 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 06, 2011, 05:49:20 am
What a lovely story Cookie.  :D


....it is  :) and just proves how timeless lego is.


(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/Elegant%20electrics/Toasters/Magimix4.jpg)

.....now that is one sexy toaster!  :D


Just bought the new Delicious mag and that's all..........so still being a good girl  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 06, 2011, 05:33:33 pm
As promised, I have given the Magimix Vision a few more tasks, toasting frozen bread, toasting English muffins and it does a credible job on all of these.

However, the external surfaces do get hot.

In this photo, taken 4+ minutes after I toasted an English muffin, I am aiming the infrared thermometer at the metal housing just above the front glass.
I have it set to read in Fahrenheit so you can see the little "F" in the window.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM4431.jpg) 
176.8 F., (80.44 C.) is hot enough to burn. 
I used tongs to pick the muffin halves out of the toaster to avoid any chance of coming in contact with the edges of the toasting slot which was certainly hotter than the outer front edge.

In my opinion, unless I have gotten a unit that is not working correctly, this is not as safe to use at the "cool-side" toasters. 
Granted, my vintage toasters do get this hot, or hotter, but I expect that.  For a generation of children who have grown up with modern cool-side toasters, and who don't have any idea that they can get burned on one of these, I think it is not good engineering.
If an inexpensive Black & Decker Cool Touch toaster can be produced and sold for less than $50.00 then I think an expensive toaster like this should also have the "cool touch" advantage. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 06, 2011, 08:53:06 pm
I definitely think you have a lemon andiesenji. I just now toasted some rye bread on five and I was still able to put my hand flat on the glass side where it was warm but not hot. When the toast finished I could still touch the metal at the top without burning. Yes it was hot  but it seemed not hot enough to burn my hand . The toast however gets very hot and I usually use tongs to lift it out. Not a bad thing.

This toaster sells for between  $350-499  in Australia and I would be royally peeved if it generated that kind of heat.

Gretchen
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 07, 2011, 06:36:48 am
Early Christmas present for the teenager

(http://snpi.dell.com/snp/images/products/large/320-9334r4.jpg)

24 inch widescreen led pc monitor.....her other monitor was making sizzling sounds  :o  so the bigger upgrade was most appreciated  ;).......which now gives me blackmail material! (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-devil12.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 07, 2011, 08:39:31 am
i am buying  new upper teeth tomorrow does that count ;D . i really do need a bit of laughter at the moment
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 07, 2011, 09:34:22 am
Teeth  trump a monitor .  Well maybe not with a teenager!  And food luck too.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 07, 2011, 09:35:45 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 07, 2011, 09:34:22 am
Teeth  trump a monitor .  Well maybe not with a teenager!  And food luck too.

Gert

I hate it's when my iPad changes my words.  Good
Luck to you.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: nazar on December 07, 2011, 12:42:14 pm
 l went to buy a laptop today , one my husband had chosen allready
as our computer keeps on crashing and we not shore why 
and was told they had a new one out back when my husband rang 
l saw it liked it . l choose a bag and mouse and saw 2 remote cars too l which looked pretty cool l had travell l hour to get to shop
for them to tell me, one hour after waiting  sorry we cant find it . l was polite but not happy and told that no thanks and walk out
l felt like l just wasted all that time
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 08, 2011, 05:42:56 am
Poor you.

I bought a book called "Wobble" yesterday. It is a jelly book. I thought as I make the icecream I may as well start making the jelly too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on December 08, 2011, 07:01:16 am
Today I went grocery shopping but managed to put a new tart and quiche dish into the trolley LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 08, 2011, 10:50:42 am
Quote from: fundj on December 07, 2011, 08:39:31 am
i am buying  new upper teeth tomorrow does that count ;D . i really do need a bit of laughter at the moment

Hope all is well Uni.


My tree told me it needed some lollipops

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/420x420/b6c53eefddb148171814c2f11aa0d200/h/e/heartpink.jpg)

and a little treat for me

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/420x420/b6c53eefddb148171814c2f11aa0d200/f/i/file_24_35.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 08, 2011, 06:37:29 pm
Fundj, I'm in the middle of my big dentristy 'upgrade' just now as well.  I don't think mine is quite as expensive as yours, but still stings at around $10,000!!!!  Good luck with yours.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2011, 07:08:58 pm
$10,000 is still a lot of money Cuilidh, i did pay it off in 2 months  ;D, now i will be saving for the lower teeth  :'(

i went shopping the other day and for the 1st time in a very long time i had to think can i afford this, so i put it back  :'(

i will have 2 ask DS for extra shifts  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 08, 2011, 08:03:21 pm
Fundj, sounds like you do lots of 'extra' shifts , upstairs with your cooking.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 08, 2011, 10:08:25 pm
The thought just occurred to me, Fundj, with all that money going to the dentists we could buy a couple more TMXs, a car or two, a whole new wardrobe .... gosh, lots of other things.  However, i guess teeth are important so perhaps I'll just stick with my dentist's bills.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 09, 2011, 06:04:53 am
 ;D Maddy love the lolli pop and roller.


Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 09, 2011, 10:57:25 pm
Yesterday we bought ds 8 an applemac air laptop. We bought from the apple store & for an extra $129 we get 1 yrs tutorial & he can go in and spend 2 hours at a Time with The staff helping him with his projects to get the best out of his applemac.

He will be hyper on Xmas day when he opens it. Soooo excited.

His school is on the laptop programm so in yr 4 they need their own. We bought it a year early so he would  be familiar with it and not struggle (advice from another parent). I have no idea about macs so i will benefit from the lessons. We can have 1 hour everyday for a year, plus there are tutorials on the computer too.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 09, 2011, 11:09:23 pm
It won't be long then Hally and DS will be able to help you out with any problems you have on the computer/iPad. Love to see a photo of his face on Christmas morning as he opens his surprise.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on December 09, 2011, 11:18:32 pm
Hally - does your DS school support Apple Macs? I am a mac convert and love them. I use Parallels to run the couple of Windows programs that I need to transfer data between work"s and my computers.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 10, 2011, 12:11:41 am
Yes we are an apple mac school. Yr 4 all kids must have their own applemacs.

Whats parallels?, so far downloaded notes & keystrokes (i think).

People say once you have used a mac you wont go back.

I am very excited too, they synchedmy ipad with it, and we both have icloud, dont understand any of it, but will one day.

H :)

Yes JD shoud be able to do my own photos too, download to his laptop & do it myself. Really looking forward to the on to one lessons.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 10, 2011, 12:36:35 am
Quote from: Hally on December 09, 2011, 10:57:25 pm


His school is on the laptop programm so in yr 4 they need their own. We bought it a year early so he would  be familiar with it and not struggle (advice from another parent). I have no idea about macs so i will benefit from the lessons. We can have 1 hour everyday for a year, plus there are tutorials on the computer too.

H :)

 :o Wow....grade 4!  I know DD last year only had the cheap lenovo small netbooks in grade 6, and she was more than ecstatic to upgrade to her own mac in Year 7 (discounted through the school)......they certainly get you forking out the cash early  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 10, 2011, 04:21:42 am
I certainly wouldn't have anything except a Mac.
I've had Macs since the very beginning - in fact, I still have the precursor to the Mac, the "Lisa" which was the first computer with a mouse and I had the Apples prior to that.
In my office my boss initially got Apples and we moved up to the Mac - another doctor who shared the office, when my boss cut back on his practice, had PCs and was constantly having crashes and ongoing problems.  Eventually he switched over to Macs and his employees were thrilled. 
Apple offered and continues to offer many great discounts and support to schools, which is why so many use them and the learning curve is not as steep and there are far fewer crashes. 
One my neighbors got a PC laptop for their son and it was forever crashing which was so upsetting to him.  He has a learning disability and the computer was to help him.   For Christmas he is getting an iPad.  Hopefully that will make up for some of his frustration with the other one. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 10, 2011, 07:10:22 am
no laptops in schools here or not that i have heard of!!  Have seen docs on uk schools who do and one or two tet schools here but its not here yet and honestly Im not sure parents would roll with it...they would want it for free or with a veyr heavy reduction and then I can only impagine the number of thefts there would be with them...

no shopping here of late except for some toys online and some books too..DD has been sick all week but better today ..oufff!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 10, 2011, 11:08:01 am
full size baroque mirror for DD's room......that was fun getting it in the car  :-))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-9.jpg)

(http://www.belindajanes.com/product_images/v/401/1019442__68445_thumb.jpg)

PETE EVANS BBQ Silder Press

Surf thongs, cap, lockable money box for the boy and restocked the fridge  :o ouchy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on December 10, 2011, 12:03:43 pm
Quote from: Hally on December 10, 2011, 12:11:41 am
Yes we are an apple mac school. Yr 4 all kids must have their own applemacs.

Whats parallels?, so far downloaded notes & keystrokes (i think).

People say once you have used a mac you wont go back.

I am very excited too, they synchedmy ipad with it, and we both have icloud, dont understand any of it, but will one day.

H :)

Parallels is a program on the Mac that allows you to run Windows based programs. Since your son's school is Mac friendly you won't need it.
Yes JD shoud be able to do my own photos too, download to his laptop & do it myself. Really looking forward to the on to one lessons.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on December 11, 2011, 09:38:35 pm
Does parallels allow you to run all Windows programs or just the main ones like Microsoft Office VHJ?

I too am a Mac lover but have been forced over to the dark side over the years due to the type of programs that I have needed to use. I used to work at a newpaper and when we first changed over from the 'old ways' to computers we had the computers installed on a weekend and each person received about 1 hour of tutorial time and we still had the 2 days to get the paper out. Don't think it would have been possible if it wasn't a Mac. I know that many schools use them for the same reason. I would love to return to my Macs but a lot of the programs I use are privately written and therefore not available for Macs.

Hally your son will have no problems working it all out and the tutorials will help no end. Those of us who have used Macs from way back have always known how great they are and the simplicity of using them is one of their greatest assets. Something that Windows has never seemed to replicate
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 11, 2011, 10:54:12 pm
Well DS at. Sleepover, so have the laptop on, but stuck already!!!!!

I want to download some games for him, i cant even get on to our internet, she said  she has set it all up to run from our wifi, but the only connections i get are......... Pants on ground!?! ??? & FBI surveillance van!?!? ??? ??? ???

Will have to contact apple, oh the tears if we cant work it.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on December 11, 2011, 11:25:45 pm
My DH and I went shopping on the weekend and he 'decided' to buy me a pizza oven, stand and accessories for Christmas.
I'll be baking, smoking, making bread and of course pizzas in it. All outside and not heating up the kitchen.

Also saw Johnro's vacuum sealer on the weekend so am looking into that as a little pressie from Santa under the tree for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on December 11, 2011, 11:27:37 pm
You go girl!!!!!!! order for delivery please!!!!!   :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on December 11, 2011, 11:32:15 pm
DH doesn't really like to shop (or spend money for that matter) but you managed to sell him on the Dinner Spinners and the vacuum sealer. Next time I want something I'll let you know and you can sell him on the idea. He takes it so much better from someone else.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 12, 2011, 01:19:48 am
Don't they all. ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bonsai on December 15, 2011, 12:04:02 pm
My team at work have decided that a "kris kringle" or "secret santa" is something we don't need, so we all put in to buy something that we're all happy with.....

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on December 15, 2011, 01:34:57 pm
One class at my DGS school organised a free dress day / pay a gold coin donation.
They raised enough to buy a cow, a goat, a pig, ducks, chickens, seeds.  It was a great effort and a really good idea.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 15, 2011, 01:57:22 pm
I love this idea. Too many people being bought presents they do not need (or want) = waste of money. Such a nice thought to think that someone so much worse off can improve their health and education instead with the money. I also suggest perhaps thinking of donating the money locally to the disadvantaged like the Salvation Army, the Big Issue, a foodbank etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on December 15, 2011, 02:18:04 pm
Last year DD3 purchased a goat, bought some chooks for a family and donated to the Smith family for DH - gift buying is such a strain and quite difficult when all of us have way more than we need and in this family all get what they want as required!!!!  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 04:17:14 am
Today I ordered one of these after seeing Nigella use one for a cheesecake in her current series showing on TV. 

It comes with a ceramic base so no having to remove it from the base to serve.  Isn't supposed to leak either even when filling with thin liquids like in the video.  Only time will tell of course, but I like the look of it enough to give it a try.  :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG5QLClg_yk
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on December 16, 2011, 05:10:00 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 04:17:14 am
Today I ordered one of these after seeing Nigella use one for a cheesecake in her current series showing on TV.  

It comes with a ceramic base so no having to remove it from the base to serve.  Isn't supposed to leak either even when filling with thin liquids like in the video.  Only time will tell of course, but I like the look of it enough to give it a try.  :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG5QLClg_yk

Wow that looks awesome!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 16, 2011, 05:11:43 am
i like it, let us know if it works please julie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 05:28:40 am
I will do fundj.  They've already posted it to me so should get middle of next week.

Here's a video of Nigella using it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlyFkauPQKI
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: flavourofthemonth on December 16, 2011, 06:13:05 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 04:17:14 am
Today I ordered one of these after seeing Nigella use one for a cheesecake in her current series showing on TV. 

It comes with a ceramic base so no having to remove it from the base to serve.  Isn't supposed to leak either even when filling with thin liquids like in the video.  Only time will tell of course, but I like the look of it enough to give it a try.  :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG5QLClg_yk

That looks great. Where did you find it? What's it called please?

I really want to make that cheesecake now. ;)
http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/CHOCOLATE-PEANUT-BUTTER-CHEESECAKE-5309 (http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/CHOCOLATE-PEANUT-BUTTER-CHEESECAKE-5309)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 06:35:52 am
flavourofthemonth, I'm presuming you are in Australia?  This is where I got it from.  :)

I know the cheesecake is sinful but I've got to try it once.     ;D

http://inplaceonline.com.au/kitchen-accessories/silicone/lekue-red-silicone-springform-with-removable-ceramic-plate-2-5l/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2011, 06:37:06 am
I was hoping someone would convert and post that recipe - thanks Julie, look forward to it.  ;D 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2011, 09:01:25 am
 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on December 17, 2011, 12:38:31 am
That looks like a great product Julie with your creation and pics on a winner there! (http://www.messentools.com/images/emoticones/navidad/www.MessenTools.com-Christmas-big-08.gif) (http://"http://www.messentools.com/en/msn-emoticon-details-and-download/id/484/")
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Post by: dede on December 17, 2011, 02:20:29 am
Just been to town, it is so crazy in there, people everywhere. I gave each of my kids $20 each and there mission was to buy each person in the family (6 presents) a gift each to wrap up and put under the tree. They all done a great job and are now enjoying wrapping the things they brought. Little things like deodorant, makeup, DVD's, chocolates etc. it's amazing what you can buy for around $3 -$4 each. And the kids love it. But I am glad that's over.
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Post by: judydawn on December 17, 2011, 03:36:36 am
That's a great idea Mandi and I can imagine how much they would enjoy it.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2011, 04:43:03 am
As I hang my head, I admit to buying another cookbook this morning. Dymocks have Italian Food Safari  for $19.99. I made the excuse that it will be under the Chritdsmas Tree. Santa is bringing me a few this year.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 17, 2011, 09:23:12 am
dont apologise cookie...assume your addiction  ;D  I do!!  However we are slowly running out of bookshelf space lol..im up to 3 bookshelves for cookbooks alone  :o
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2011, 10:41:15 am
I have books everywhere. When DD builds her house I will have a bit more space.
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Post by: fundj&e on December 17, 2011, 01:15:31 pm
My DH * goes to swap meet on a Saturday morning and buys really nice and expense cook books for $1 .00, i don’t  have the heart to say stop ****** buying cook books i am over them i have so many it’s not fun anymore . My DS has bagsed all of my books when i go to the big kitchen in the sky
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 17, 2011, 09:09:40 pm
OMG lucky you, but I understand that you can only have so many cookbooks  ;)

Lets hope you don't go to that big kitcchen too soon hun
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Post by: maddy on December 17, 2011, 10:45:37 pm
I had not bought 1 single Christmas present  :P hard to believe I know LOL
So I started bum shopping yesterday, had completely forgotten to order this earlier for DD

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-10.jpg)

A leather bed stool for the foot of her bed.....love the hidden storage too!  Have grave fears it won't be delivered by Christmas, but will just make it a present from us.

.......and some mokingjay pendant, apparently symbolic in the hunger games series.....which DD is nuts over

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41thwrGkq5L._SL500_AA300_.jpg)

....I have no clue really.  She only just informed me yesterday that the pendant is the only thing she wants from her list  :-)) .....and of course it was from U.S.  :-))  paid a fortune for express postage......and what's the bet it won't be here in time anyway!

DS is easy though......all his list is from a sports store......so I will join the throngs of last minute maniac shoppers, who thought leaving their shopping to the last week, was a good plan  :P
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Post by: johnro on December 17, 2011, 11:55:04 pm
I have only 2 Christmas gifts left to buy - 2 Secret Santa  gifts - we use this method of gift giving for DH family, I did the draw this year so know all the secrets!!!!  (http://www.messengerfreak.com/animated_display_pictures/messenger_freak_adp1%20(41).gif)
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Post by: judydawn on December 18, 2011, 12:03:53 am
Uni, it is nice to give our kids some of our treasures before we leave this earth so why not sneak a few of your recipe books down to him from time to time.  DH would never know.  How lovely of him to keep buying you things he thinks you really want though - bless him.  It would be cruel to stop him, he is enjoying it so let him go.
Maddy, I love the bed stool/storage box - you can never have enough storage in any room.
Robyn, I hate Christmas shopping - it is not the actual giving but what to buy that irks me.  My DD unfortunately gets stuck with having to do all the shopping for the kids, not only for me but 3 others as well.  You can imagine how much pressure that puts her under but she has once again done it and will even wrap up all the pressies for everyone. I have a couple of things here to add to them and always give them money for their banks accounts so it is the easy way out for me. I can't remember when I lost interest in Christmas shopping - I hate the crowds, the line-ups, the parking.  Miserable b.....r aren't I :-))
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 18, 2011, 12:09:09 am
My christmas shopping is all done.  YAY

Mum got a new summer dressing gown, dad new salt and pepper grinders.

Santa is bringing DS an ipod touch and little goodies and underwear for santa sack.
New camp bed for DS from us.

Hubby is getting stuff from Dick Johnson Racing

Father in law a drizabone coat and mother in law got a Body Shop tin, some port and chocolates.

Nephews (all in high school) got pocket knives and itune cards.

Now I wonder what I will get  :D
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Post by: obbie on December 18, 2011, 04:20:50 am
 :) All shopping is done.
i picked up the kids stuff on friday.
Just got back from grocery shopping now.
Only need to buy salads, fruit, veges, milk for the next 3 weeks.

I'll do that from our little local supermarket.
my 3 big chest freezers are full.

We have so much fruit on our trees. 2 weeks ago it was plums, now lychees and mangos.

Robyn ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 18, 2011, 07:32:07 am
All completed here too. I buy for DD from about October on. When she says I'd like to read that book etc, I sneak back and get them. She has books, and smell nice stuff. Dh has a painting/cartoon about a Model A ford, A cap with the same written on it and some kitchen shears to cut the 'wings' off the fish he catches. He also just bought himself a MIG welder.
I have shoes, and cookbooks.
Brothers etc get vouchers, uually from Dymocks or Dan Murphy.
Ma in law has a zhu zhu toy, a shopping bag with her name on, a fan and a silk scarf.
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Post by: Halex on December 18, 2011, 10:19:22 am
All my shopping s done too
Crown Prince apple laptop, santa sack, loads of pool toys, lego, skylander figurines, craft for boys, catapolts, nerf bullets, the list ges on. Oh yes bought  him a wicked dr who t shirt of the tardis from the abc shop.

Dh books & dvds & a night with me!!!LOL   Like an indecent proposal... Ho ho ho...Lucky duck... No we are of to melb so we have lots of family to babysit :)

Friends books, vouchers & restaurant vouchers, all done

MIL yet fo cook for and lunch out with us in Melb.

H :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 18, 2011, 01:24:30 pm
Not so long ago my mum bought a Miele food processor. I was astounded and told her she should have bought a TM (even tho the food processor cost I dunno $600). A couple of days ago she drops in and says she just bought a KitchenAid! I shook my head and said she should have bought a TM! Every time I have told her that she needs a TM she says no no no she only cooks now for her and dad and it would be a waste...and she doesn't want to learn all this new technology... I think she is just so stubborn and all I could do was just shake my head  :-X parents!
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Post by: achookwoman on December 18, 2011, 07:39:24 pm
CP, know how you feel.  I have the same problem with my kids.
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Post by: maddy on December 20, 2011, 05:16:28 am
I had my 6 hour shopping marathon yesterday  :P All Christmas presents in 1 day!
Had a blast and I needed to make two trips to the car park to off load, 1 loo stop, and 1 smoothie  :P 



Just pre-ordered this book.....it's the next big thing to hit here

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9781423625315.jpg?t=1324357443)

Cakes, desserts, frozen goodies......watch them become huge!

then I picked up the acrylic stand and tubes....yay.....it's an Aussie supplier

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/CON001-2.jpg?t=1324357328)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/DIS003-2.jpg?t=1324357293)
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Post by: obbie on December 20, 2011, 05:46:16 am
Maddy, they look great.
i'll have to check it out.

Robyn
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Post by: Halex on December 20, 2011, 06:08:39 am
They look amazing

You are certainly the cake fashionista :D

Can you order both on line?

H :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2011, 06:48:39 am
I remember push up icecreams. They were fun.
My shopping today was lots of alcohol at Dan Murphy's. Some for gifts and some for home. I bought some amaretto to use in my marzipan. It smells so nice.
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Post by: Twitterpated on December 20, 2011, 07:50:26 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 20, 2011, 06:48:39 am
I bought some amaretto to use in my marzipan. It smells so nice.

Tastes even better Cookie.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 20, 2011, 09:26:32 am
haha what will they come up with next to market...just looks like a new form of verrine that you push the base up on..hrmmm not sold personallly
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 20, 2011, 11:52:03 pm
Last night we went on a canal xmas lights cruise of the most amazing house all lit up for xmas,  so.........ds & I have decided that next year we will do some kind of xmas lights at the front of our house.

Johnro, maddy, do you know where to buy these lights at the best prices on line. Its outdoor lights I want and in particular an outside tree full of lights, we saw an amazing variety here but have never seen them in the shops. We have a balcony at the front and we all agreed that a tree would be lovely.

Thanks
Hally :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on December 21, 2011, 12:47:19 am
Ohhhhh Hally I can just imagine a tree on your balcony and lights on your house!! I might have to make a drive with the kids next year  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2011, 12:49:37 am
Let us know when they are up and I'll meet you out the front.
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Post by: Halex on December 21, 2011, 12:50:29 am
Yess Faffa I thinkit woukd look pretty good, just got to try & find where to buy after xmas to get them at a reduced price, plus just talked ds into his next party being a SMALL party 10 kids not 23, having it at home & having a christmas theme. He is keen on that. Clever yummy mummy. LOL

H :)
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Post by: Halex on December 21, 2011, 12:51:40 am
Well if your all going to meet out the front, you might as well pop in for a drink too :D

H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on December 21, 2011, 12:58:17 am
Well I just might do that Hally!!

I don't know where you get the lights cheap after Christmas as many have sold out. We have our house lit (I'm a sucker for Xmas and DH bah humbugs it but does it because he loves me ;D) I have noticed that many retailers have already sold out of lights so I wondered if they must be getting smaller amounts in stock to start with.

I will gladly keep reading this thread if there are going to be some great light places added - though DH might ban me lol  :D
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Post by: Halex on December 21, 2011, 01:02:07 am
I have done some on line searches, some places have reduced lights maybe shoukd start now. ;D

Hubby at work, so he wont know......
H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on December 21, 2011, 01:20:50 am
PM them to me Hally!!!  :-* :-* :-* My DH is at work too  :D
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Post by: obbie on December 21, 2011, 02:03:44 am
Hally, try a electrical wholesaler for christmas lights, cheaper and better quality.

My whole back deck is full of lights and rope lights.

Nelson (brand) make some great rope lights, you just attach the transformer for outside use.

Robyn :)
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Post by: Wonder on December 21, 2011, 03:07:19 am
Hally I've had some success in past years at the speciality christmas shops that only open over the christmas period. In Melbourne there a few of them around - try googling.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2011, 05:28:18 am
There is a speciality Christmas shop in Myaree or somewhere close. I've seen the ads in the paper.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on December 21, 2011, 05:29:28 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 21, 2011, 05:28:18 am
There is a speciality Christmas shop in Myaree or somewhere close. I've seen the ads in the paper.
I think it's in McCoy Street
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2011, 05:32:47 am
 :-*
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Post by: Halex on December 21, 2011, 05:35:39 am
Thanks everyone, yes its called christmas prescence and expensive

H :)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2011, 06:49:12 am
Love chrissy lights on houses when done tastefully!  We have stalactite style lights all along the guttering of the front of our house plus all the front Windows have animated curtain lights across them... Looks even more pretty in the snow  :). Some people put fairy light in their trees too but our dogs would destroy the wiring lol
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Post by: Tasty on December 22, 2011, 06:49:15 am
Went to the coventry square markets today and OMG everything is soooo cheap.

Eg bananas 99c/kg
Cos lettuce 50c each

Much cheaper than my local fruit and veg and good quality too!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 22, 2011, 07:11:39 am
I've noticed that it has just opened Tasty. I may have to make a trip out there after the rush is over. What other stores are there?
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Post by: Tasty on December 22, 2011, 08:49:35 am
Cookie - the quality of the fruit and veg shop i have been to twice is very good and quite busy. Not too much so though but crazy on the weekend.

Only about half the shops have opened but there seems to be a variety. They have clothes/shoe shops, indian grocers, those cheap shops like red dot type, massage, homewares, etc. There seems to be a shop opening every day.

I think i will go there regularly for fruit and veg though as it costs me toomuch from where i shop as i don't like the quality from woollies
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Post by: Wonder on December 22, 2011, 11:23:52 pm
After reading of another poster who had recently purchased the Gasmark pizza oven it got me back to desperately wanting a woodfired pizza oven. I've been researching them for years and would love for DH to build one into our backyard pool area but that is never going to happen and I've given up waiting so after a little frantic researching on preconstructed ones I could get before christmas and I would be able to play with it on the few days off after christmas we settled on this one. if anyone has any suggestions they would be appreciated. We are all very excited to give it a go but unfortunately I'm working today, out tonight and tomorrow so it looks like our first pizzas may need to wait until boxing day. While not the clay wood fired oven I've always dreamed of, we are all very excited by the possibilities  so hopefully it lives up to our expectations.
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Post by: fundj&e on December 22, 2011, 11:41:33 pm
woodfired pizza oven are a lot of work

1    have wood handy at all times
2    start the fire
3    spread the wood to the sides
4    clean the area where the wood was 
5    cool down if to hot with a mop
6    if temp goes down add more wood

 we are thinking of getting a gas one  :)


 


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Post by: Wonder on December 22, 2011, 11:50:36 pm
fundj this one has the wood in a seperate compartment underneath the cooking chamber so thinking it will be a little less work than the traditional ones. You can also purchase a gas converter which puts a gas jet in the compartment where you would normally put the wood which will look at down the track if the wood is too much work.
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Post by: fundj&e on December 23, 2011, 12:02:03 am
thanks wonder i should look in to it if my oven could get converter  ;D
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Post by: Twitterpated on December 23, 2011, 07:21:03 am
Did a lot of research too and found that it was really hard to control the temperature on the wood ones. If I was getting a wood one it would be a permanent one and as I am looking to move I didn't want to have to leave it behind.
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Post by: maddy on December 23, 2011, 08:47:11 am
um......too much to mention, but I did pick up some gorgeous jars with sweets at target, and cute cupcake decorations for my table tree at Myers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7649.jpg)

......and.....I know my beloved bought me an ipad for Christmas *happy dance*.....my darling daughter talked him into it!   :D......quite unbelievable really.....he would still have his first dollar, if he hadn't met me  :P
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Post by: Frozzie on December 23, 2011, 09:09:27 am
lol maddy...he obviously likes to see you happy  ;D  Lovely decorations..I have no idea what Im putting on the table this year except I have fund christmas balls made for name place holders..they are everywhere thisyear and I have asilver tablecloth but toher than that  ???

My DH gets a kick out of getting me something I want although tells me constantly I have expensive taste and that my parents ruined me lol  Tells people that if you put me in a store with no price tags, hands down I would pick the most expensive item in the shop lol.....also too many purchases to mention on this post from cookbooks to a whole lot of pressies to bits and pieces here and there and have my sights set on quite a few larger items in the new year!!  My brother wanted something typically French for christmas but legit and not some tourizst knock off so got him THE french beret which is wool felt, black and leather lined and waterproof and from Basque country...see if he likes it..cant get more french than that without going gourmet!  And threw in a french brand Tshirt SVP Merci..the kids games and DH and I decided to be good this year and not do presents for each other...I dont know why just something we decided together and Im surprising very ok with that!  I get more of a kick out of the kids faces with all of their presents than opening mine on christmas morning.  However I am getting presents from others lol
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Post by: nazar on December 24, 2011, 12:00:20 am
to tasty/ cookie 
 where abouts in perth is coventry square markets ?
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Post by: Tasty on December 24, 2011, 12:58:59 am
Nazar - they've just opened in morley near the galleria.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2011, 03:59:36 am
I was just looking at their ad in todays paper. Definitely going out there after the New Year rush. I'll go to Galleria as well.
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Post by: maddy on December 25, 2011, 11:23:08 pm
I am loving this iPad I tell you!........I just had to make sure I could still shop online .....and yes it works.  lol
My favorite online store is having a big sale, so I grabbed some cath kidston items I've been coveting

8 dinner plates, dessert plates and espresso sets, her lovely tablecloth and sandwich containers.
 
(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/i/m/image-101.jpeg)

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/e/s/espresso1.jpg)

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/i/m/image_2.jpeg)

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/i/m/image-96_1.jpeg)
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Post by: judydawn on December 26, 2011, 12:09:19 am
Maddy, it would have been disastrous if you couldn't have used the iPad for online shopping ;D
Gorgeous items you've ordered.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 26, 2011, 02:50:03 am
It's the perfect gift then Maddy. :D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 26, 2011, 03:31:57 am
Me too lové it love it !!  Thé mags are fab too.. Live the animation...still discovering... All good!

Maddy lovely items... Not at all my style but so you  :)
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Post by: nazar on December 26, 2011, 06:41:21 am
thanks for that tasty

when l come to perth next [ not shore when that will be ]
it sounds like a interesting place to visit
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Post by: maddy on December 27, 2011, 01:52:35 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on December 26, 2011, 03:31:57 am

Maddy lovely items... Not at all my style but so you  :)

LOL.....I seem to hear that often  :P

I did buy my first cath kidston bag as well yesterday, only because there was $40 off it

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/i/m/image-40_2.jpeg)

And tonight I purchased my first 2 iPad apps.... My recipe box (love it) and robogourmet.

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Post by: Frozzie on December 27, 2011, 06:22:37 pm
Hihi. ... I have been buying a whole lot of mags and apps on my iPad too... Absolutely love it and I've hardly scratched the surface...
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Post by: maddy on December 27, 2011, 10:00:02 pm
I just started a thread on apps, it might make the searching easier.
I personally would rather feedback from our members, before purchase   :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 27, 2011, 10:35:28 pm
Great idea maddy.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2011, 01:38:54 am
Helpful too Maddy. Thanks.
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Post by: obbie on December 28, 2011, 04:47:17 am
 ;D i just bought a cake icing / decorating kit.   I thought of Maddy....

also heaps of spices bulk in 1 kilo bags.

off to start cooking.

Robyn :-*
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Post by: fundj&e on December 28, 2011, 05:46:14 am


peters of kensington is having an online sale starting on the 8th jan. i hope the tips at work will be like last weeks over $200.00 ;D
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Post by: Montoya on December 28, 2011, 05:56:38 am
I just bought 12 clear glass jam-type bottles at Crazy Clarks for $8. 30% off sale. I didn't have many empty ones but need them for when I start making my jams, mayo, veggie stock and unami paste. Any other uses for them?
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Post by: judydawn on December 28, 2011, 06:09:00 am
Sweet chilli sauce  (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2309.0)

Lemon butter (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2578.0)

Hazelnut spread from the EDC

Store opened packets of nuts and seeds in the fridge in them

Homemade milo (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=3078.0) - you may need to use 2 of them for this recipe.

I would freeze the umami paste in ice-cube trays then pack in zip lock bags Montoya - it will keep much longer that way.
I also freeze my veg stock concentrate, it doesn't go hard and can easily be spooned out of a zip lock bag when needed. It can be kept in the fridge but if it is frozen you don't have to worry about a use-by date.
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Post by: Montoya on December 28, 2011, 07:26:27 am
Oh wow thanks Judy! Would never have thought of that. I'll check out the other things as well.
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Post by: Montoya on December 28, 2011, 07:30:45 am
Judy, the lemon butter link sent me to the sweet chilli link. I'll look up in condiments section.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2011, 07:34:02 am
Lemon butter. (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2578.0)

Here it is.
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Post by: judydawn on December 28, 2011, 08:54:38 am
Thanks Cookie, sorry about that.  Have corrected my post too.
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Post by: maddy on December 28, 2011, 10:00:03 am
Quote from: obbie on December 28, 2011, 04:47:17 am
;D i just bought a cake icing / decorating kit.   I thought of Maddy....

 :D ......what set was it Robyn?


I braved the hoards of shoppers, and took the kids out shopping to use their gift cards for Christmas.
I managed to pick up up the pink apple cover for the iPad, and the chefs stand from dick smiths....30% off.
The boy spent his money on a ball return net from rebel, and teenager only bought a DVD....she's very conservative with her money.....completely not her Mother's daughter  :-[
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Post by: judydawn on December 28, 2011, 10:39:53 am
Oh I wish you lived next door maddy.  I received some different cupcake molds for Christmas so have 25 of the little beggars sitting in the fridge all ready to be dipped in chocolate tomorrow and decorated.  My artistic skills are zilch so I think they are probably looking better at the moment than they will be when I have finished with them.  No matter what the outcome, I will post a picture - it might be in Oops.. though.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 28, 2011, 07:33:48 pm
I am going shopping today. Looking for new work shoes, dough scraper and bread temperature stick,  and pillow cases plus whatever bargains I find.
DS is buying an itunes card with his chrisstmas money.
Yesterday mum asked if I would use a pie maker and of course I said yes, so she is giving me her unused one. Pies galore being made here on the weekend  :)
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Post by: obbie on December 28, 2011, 09:37:47 pm
 :) Maddy this had 4 bottles, (squeezy,) and tips down to $2 from $10.

Robyn
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Post by: meganjane on December 29, 2011, 01:34:42 am
Maddy, I can just see you in this dress from Naughty Shorts. It's so 1950's and they're all the rage!

I bought myself a Global Knife, a large chopper. Unfortunately, the blade is getting rust spots on it, so I'm hoping to return it. I bought it from kitchenwaredirect.com.au and they're excellent, so shouldn't be a problem.
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Post by: JulieO on December 29, 2011, 03:55:45 am
I must admit the Ipad wasn't something I really looked into as I have a Macbook Pro and an Iphone, both of which I love and couldn't see the need for one, until I started to see the foodie mags etc that can be downloaded at a much cheaper rate than buying them and also reading on the forum here just how happy you all are with them.  Also like the portability for when we go away and want to keep in touch with our emails etc, sooo.........

Yesterday I ordered from Apple (and should be delivered tomorrow) the Ipad 2 in white (wifi & 3G) with the smokey dark grey smart cover.

To protect the back, I also ordered a Wallee case (white) which then gives us the option of fitting it to the wall if ever we wanted to, plus the Wallee glove for protection when carrying around.   :)

(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2011/03/11x0302v444ipad2.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2011, 04:43:34 am
Good on you JulieO. I can't get over how clear everything is.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 29, 2011, 04:59:12 am
Having shopping withdrawals, but enjoying reading what you have all been buying. We are on a houseboat in Walpole since before Xmas back to Perth tomorrow.
I have been looking into getting either an iPad or the amizon fire, can't decide which to get. All ready have a kindle and an iPhone.
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2011, 05:36:06 am
Was it cheaper ordering it direct from Apple Julie?
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Post by: JulieO on December 29, 2011, 05:48:28 am
No Judy, same price, but free delivery by courier.  There's only 1 place here that are allowed to sell them and they are closed until next Tuesday, didn't want to wait that long once I'd made my mind up.  It was also quite possible that they didn't have any left in stock anyway and would have had to wait for a new delivery.  :-))  ;D

Yes looking forward to seeing what it's all about Cookie.  :D
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Post by: Wonder on December 29, 2011, 07:27:26 am
You will love it Julie, I use mine so often I am always battling a flat battery and ow not enough storage space.
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Post by: maddy on December 29, 2011, 07:33:13 am
 8) Julie......I've hardly put mine down   :P  you'll love it!
The chef stand wasn't necessary, but has been handy whilst cooking, and keeping screen clean and scrolling with the pen.
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/027c0511.jpg)

Just downloaded Martha Stewart's cookies  :P
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Post by: JulieO on December 29, 2011, 10:05:50 am
Oh my, I'm starting to get excited now.   :D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2011, 10:09:00 am
they are addictive..mine is also white however for the covers my brother who works with their products ALOT suggested the belkin flip folio covers ..i found one in purple I got as the apple ones are very flimsy and light and dont protect the ipad much and with the screen apparently the slightest drop and the screen will break...and you can also fold part of the cover to prop it up if your watching a movie or dont want to always hold it in your hand...i got a purple one like the photo...

loving the mag apps alot lol...its been so long since i have been able to get some aussie mags..oh and love hte kids stories too...download a few of the stories in english for a change and the kids loved them...narrated or not and animated etc..fab  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2011, 11:14:41 am
That's the cover DD has Frozzie. It's good.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2011, 12:06:24 pm
Quote from: maddy on December 29, 2011, 07:33:13 am
8) Julie......I've hardly put mine down   :P  you'll love it!
The chef stand wasn't necessary, but has been handy whilst cooking, and keeping screen clean and scrolling with the pen.
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/027c0511.jpg)

Just downloaded Martha Stewart's cookies  :P


OOOO ME LIKEY  ;D
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Post by: meganjane on December 29, 2011, 02:19:02 pm
Oh wow Julie, that looks so gorgeous! I also have a MacBook and an iPhone and, like you, thought I didn't need an iPad. But, now I see that I would use it so much. I love reading and have thought about buying a Kindle.
I'll have to sell my Macbook so I can afford to buy one. It cost me over $2000 and I've spent a fair bit since on various programmes for it.

Anyone want to buy a MacBook?? :-\
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2011, 02:22:55 pm
mj love the new avatar...nice  ;D
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Post by: Meagan on December 29, 2011, 03:11:54 pm
Maddy I liken the belkin and JO I like the wallee concept. I would love one in the kitchen connected to a VESA pivot arm !!
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Post by: JulieO on December 29, 2011, 08:54:39 pm
Quote from: Meagan on December 29, 2011, 03:11:54 pm
JO I like the wallee concept. I would love one in the kitchen connected to a VESA pivot arm !!

Yes, how good does it look under the bench.  Alas I don't have the right set up for that in my kitchen.  :(

I like the Wallee concept too, even though I don't plan on attaching it to the wall, I didn't want to write that off either as things can change.  They also make a stand that it slots into that takes up very little bench space.  The glove i like as a protector for when putting into my handbag.  ;D

Maddy I like that stand too.  I noticed a few products in Dick Smith's yesterday when having a look.  :)
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Post by: JulieO on December 29, 2011, 09:11:32 pm
MJ, I wouldn't get rid of the laptop until you've had an iPad for a little while and could then gauge whether you need it or not. Apparently the iPad can't do everything that a computer can and isn't meant to take the place of. 

For me I can't imagine the touch screen keyboard ever replacing my normal keyboard for all the typing I do. I love my Macbook pro and think they both have their place.  I'll be able to comment further once I've had the iPad for a little while.  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on December 29, 2011, 10:12:20 pm
I agree with JulieO.  Hold on to your MacBook. 

I don't "yet" have an iPad but I do have the 27" iMac and the 17" MacBook pro, usually hooked up to a 24" monitor next to the iMac and use both, shifting back and forth with large graphic and photo files which might take some time to upload.  I've had a trial with an iPad and can't begin to see that it would sub for my MacBook.  I constantly use Photoshop on both and need the full app, not the "Express" version which won't allow for "migration" from one monitor to the other. 
I can see having the iPad as an auxiliary unit. 
The other problem I have is with the keyboard.  I don't do well with the virtual keyboard - I would have to have the external one, which is one more thing to fool with.  I do have an extended external keyboard for the MacBook when I'm using it with the monitor. 
My typing speed is very rapid and it is the response of the keys that facilitates this, with no key "rebound" I often get two letters instead of one on the virtual keyboard.  (My typing speed on a recent online test was 106 wpm, a bit slower than my best a year or so ago.  I fear that with the virtual keyboard it would be much slower.)
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Post by: maddy on December 29, 2011, 10:35:00 pm
Oh I love that dress MJ!   8).....perfect match for killer stilettos, and greeting my husband with a lavish hot meal as soon as he gets in the door, whilst passing him his slippers & a martini......  :P......yeah right....LOL.

Julie, I find typing on the pad landscape way, really easy.  The keys are big and I find it just as easy as touch typing...see how you go.
You can also buy a plug/cord thing, to transfer photos to the iPad with your own camera.  I think I will get one as the pads camera isn't too flash.  I can then still upload photos to photobucket, and store them that way.
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2011, 10:39:10 pm
You really had me there for a while maddy - I was thinking what a great old fashioned wife you are until I got to the end of the sentence and burst out laughing.   :D :D
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Post by: Meagan on December 29, 2011, 10:41:00 pm
Maddy I have that little adapter. Love it! It means I can just plug my SD card into the iPad plug in and can transfer photos to the iPad and photobucket from there. Makes things really easy and quick. I had it at my friends sons birthday and at the end plugged it into her iPad and transferred all the party photos from my DSLR before I left  ;)
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Post by: Twitterpated on December 29, 2011, 10:43:14 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2011, 10:39:10 pm
You really had me there for a while maddy - I was thinking what a great old fashioned wife you are until I got to the end of the sentence and burst out laughing.   :D :D

Me too JD. She had me going for a while.  ;D ;D
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Post by: maddy on December 29, 2011, 11:00:34 pm
Quote from: Meagan on December 29, 2011, 10:41:00 pm
Maddy I have that little adapter. Love it! It means I can just plug my SD card into the iPad plug in and can transfer photos to the iPad and photobucket from there. Makes things really easy and quick. I had it at my friends sons birthday and at the end plugged it into her iPad and transferred all the party photos from my DSLR before I left  ;)

Fantastic Meagan....I'm sold on it now!  That sounds even easier than I anticipated :)

Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2011, 10:39:10 pm
You really had me there for a while maddy - I was thinking what a great old fashioned wife you are until I got to the end of the sentence and burst out laughing.   :D :D

Do these women still exist?    :P  I would think not...I shudder when I see it in the movies  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2011, 11:05:20 pm
DH sometimes watches classic movies on Foxtel - oh how times have changed  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2011, 01:10:36 am
Maddy I love typing on the ipad. I use landscape way too and it is so touch sensitive. I love how it predicts what you are typing too. All in all fantastic.
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Post by: Wonder on December 30, 2011, 01:23:24 am
I wouldn't get rid of the MacBook, I get very frustrated that flash isn't available on the iPad and even though I couldn't last long without the iPad there are still quite a few things I need the Mac desktop for. I've got the camera connector into which you just slot the camera card and it's brilliant - although we have managed to loose two of them so watch where you put them!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 30, 2011, 02:08:48 am
my perfume arrived from the uk yesterday. got it off Beauty Cult, free shipping. In a shop here in Perth it costs $175, online and delivered $100  :o
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2011, 02:23:28 am
I also have one of those camera transfer things. $20 great, strongly recommended.   My iPad slips into my travel handbag, in it's slim protector case.    I have a macBook and it works well with the iPad. I often have both going together.  In the morning, when I wake very early, I surf the cooking web sites and as my iPad is first edition and doesn't print of take photos,  I email any recipes that I want to print to the MacBook.  If I am not sure I really like the recipe I just bookmark it and check it out later.  I learn something new every day although with the more complicated processes , I am a bit like a monkey that is taught a process and can just repeat it,  without really understanding why it happens.
If we are having visitors,  I decide on the menu and then bookmark all of the recipes.  I then work from the iPad by just clicking on the bookmarked recipe.  Very easy and saves searching for each recipe.

I am sitting watching the Yachts coming in at Hobart,  and typing this on my iPad. DH is using his iPad to see which yacht will be next.  I am waiting to cheer young Jessica Watson and her crew as they come in.  At night I read the books that I have bought for about 1/3 of the cost of printed ones.  sorry this is a bit long winded.
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2011, 02:34:17 am
Not long winded at all Chookie, when I'm buying something new it's good to get other peoples perspective and also hear what they are doing with it.  I wish Mr. Courier would hurry up!  :-\
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2011, 02:56:21 am
ooo  OOO OOOOO  It's arrived!!!! Off to play.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2011, 04:56:03 am
Oh JulieO how exciting for you. Have fun.

Not long winded at all Chookie I love reading it. I have to learn more about evernote and heaps of other things.
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Post by: faffa_70 on December 30, 2011, 05:18:46 am
lol that was a short wait Julie  :D

You girls are doing nothing for my won't power. I keep telling myself I don't need an iPad  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2011, 05:46:32 am
I only have a third share at the moment Kathryn. I am saving hard and will try for my birthday which is a while away yet.
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2011, 07:19:09 am
Yes, I can't wait to settle down soon to have a more in depth play, just have to clean up from dinner. 

Because I have an iPhone already, the set up was really quick and easy as the settings are just like my Phone but of course a  bigger screen.  Impressed with the quickness and clarity of the screen so far.  Have downloaded the free app from Donna Hay, can't believe how good the photos of the food look.  I also paid for the latest Good Food uk mag but haven't had chance to open it yet. 

I have synced my contacts from my phone so will be abe to send text messages I believe.  My DH said "Does that mean you can use it like a phone?"  I cracked up laughing imagining him holding the iPad to his ear making a call.  :D  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2011, 08:42:50 am
My DH asked exactly that question JulieO. We saw some tourists taking photos with their ipad and it looked so funny.
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2011, 08:56:36 am
Yay for fast couriers Julie! Have fun  :D
I was excited to find my fave mag "romantic homes" app for $2.99....and I pay $8.99 for the paper version.......which come to think about it.....I will still buy anyway....love them so much, and have been collecting them since 2007  :P .....I could never get rid of them....they're my bibles!

Today was a mild shop 


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The ipad camera connection kit
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 30, 2011, 09:40:51 pm
Maddy where do u get all these gorgeous items?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2011, 08:54:48 am
I can remember having 'spiders' in the glasses.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 31, 2011, 09:15:29 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 31, 2011, 08:54:48 am
I can remember having 'spiders' in the glasses.

So can I, we use to go to Cole's cafeteria after school for a spider.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2011, 11:27:25 am
We used to get them in our little country town bakery when Mum came in to do the shopping. The were 1/-, frappes were 9d and 10d with extra malt. Lucky Mum only came in once a week as we all sat in the bakery with our spiders or frappes.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 31, 2011, 01:41:27 pm
Good grief :o. I have only been away for a couple of weeks and I have missed nearly 10 pages of shopping. (Maddy you are a bad, bad, bad influence ;D ;D ;D)
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Post by: obbie on January 01, 2012, 07:46:17 am
 ;D I went shopping today for the whole day.

I bought a new dinner set, pasta bowls (set of 5), lots of new clothes for me, clothes for kids, belt for DH, DVD's, toys for kids with gift cards.
Hand towels,tea towels,   tablecloth, new pillows,  it was great fun.

Lucky we don't go shopping too much.

Robyn
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Post by: maddy on January 02, 2012, 10:40:37 pm
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Post by: Halex on January 02, 2012, 10:50:58 pm
Ipads are fantastic, but do not replace a computer, sometimes i need to log on to our old computer, but am taking ds laptop & ds to the apple genius bar to synch all, i am even thinking of asking for a laptop for my birthday.

Shop shop is a good shooping app i use all the time

H :)
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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 03:32:55 am
Hally I have both. Enjoying the iPad for browsing etc in fact writing this on it now, but use my Macbook Pro for the most part though.  Love the iPads simplicity and viewing the foodie mags is wonderful, I hope more go along the same way as the BBC Good Food UK. The way their recipes are set out is great, love it.

My DH received a $500 bonus from work at xmas so he's put it towards his own iPad (ordered today from Apple) a black one and without 3G..  He can then personalise it to his hearts content.  Something a bit different from the roses I have on my home page.  :D
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Post by: johnro on January 03, 2012, 05:46:09 am
Kitchenware direct (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/2012-Stocktake-Sale/Cuisinart-Appliances-On-Sale/Cuisinart-Icecream-Maker-with-Compressor-1-5L) have icecream maker with compressor for $379 in stheir sale which began today.(http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/core/media/media.nl?id=24852&c=732990&h=77fa003f109e27c0ab6b&resizeid=-1&resizeh=125&resizew=125)
I am in the midst of a huge online shopping spree  :D  :D

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Post by: Meagan on January 03, 2012, 05:48:36 am
Quote from: johnro on January 03, 2012, 05:46:09 am
Kitchenware direct (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/2012-Stocktake-Sale/Cuisinart-Appliances-On-Sale/Cuisinart-Icecream-Maker-with-Compressor-1-5L) have icecream maker with compressor for $379 in stheir sale which began today.(http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/core/media/media.nl?id=24852&c=732990&h=77fa003f109e27c0ab6b&resizeid=-1&resizeh=125&resizew=125)
I am in the midst of a huge online shopping spree  :D  :D



Omg!!!! :0!! I don't know if I can resist it at this price argghhhhhhhh..........
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Post by: cookie1 on January 03, 2012, 05:56:56 am
JulieO I think I'm going to have to get the BBC Good Food. I buy the magazine each month but it is $9.95 and then a month late as well.
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Post by: johnro on January 03, 2012, 06:04:01 am
Indeed a great price, Meagan given I thought I had a great deal when Kitchenware direct did a $399 price match with Victoria's Basement after I used their instant price match service back in October  :)  :)
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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 06:13:29 am
Quote from: johnro on January 03, 2012, 05:46:09 am
Kitchenware direct (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/2012-Stocktake-Sale/Cuisinart-Appliances-On-Sale/Cuisinart-Icecream-Maker-with-Compressor-1-5L) have icecream maker with compressor for $379 in stheir sale which began today.(http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/core/media/media.nl?id=24852&c=732990&h=77fa003f109e27c0ab6b&resizeid=-1&resizeh=125&resizew=125)
I am in the midst of a huge online shopping spree  :D  :D



That is a good price.  I paid $100 more than that when I bought mine in Aug 2010.

Cookie, buy one of their mags and see what I mean about the recipes. I only paid I think $5.50 for it too.  The only thing is that I can't get a couple of the ingredients listed with it being the UK, though I haven't gone into it too much yet; I'm sure I could find an alternative.   :)
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Post by: Meagan on January 03, 2012, 06:32:10 am
How much does it take in one go? Have any of you out a double batch of the edc icecream in it. I always do double batches ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 03, 2012, 06:43:10 am
I've just bought an induction hotplate for the van from Deals Direct. We plan to use it in the caravan. That and the TMX will make life a dream.
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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 06:50:08 am
Meagan, I haven't made the EDC ice cream so unsure how much that makes.  
I think the machine can make 1.5 litres at a time so if you wanted to make more you could churn one batch, remove, then do another batch straight after.  
If you had the freezer bowl model you would have to re-freeze the bowl for 24 hours between batches.  
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Post by: Meagan on January 03, 2012, 09:58:24 am
Is that making a total of 1.5lt or putting in 1.5lt of liquid? Doesn't it increase in size when it churns??
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2012, 11:01:49 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 06:13:29 am
Quote from: johnro on January 03, 2012, 05:46:09 am
Kitchenware direct (http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/2012-Stocktake-Sale/Cuisinart-Appliances-On-Sale/Cuisinart-Icecream-Maker-with-Compressor-1-5L) have icecream maker with compressor for $379 in stheir sale which began today.(http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/core/media/media.nl?id=24852&c=732990&h=77fa003f109e27c0ab6b&resizeid=-1&resizeh=125&resizew=125)
I am in the midst of a huge online shopping spree  :D  :D



That is a good price.  I paid $100 more than that when I bought mine in Aug 2010.

Cookie, buy one of their mags and see what I mean about the recipes. I only paid I think $5.50 for it too.  The only thing is that I can't get a couple of the ingredients listed with it being the UK, though I haven't gone into it too much yet; I'm sure I could find an alternative.   :)
Julie if there is any ingredient that I can send to you just let me know. ;D
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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 11:55:41 am
Aww thank you Cornish, lovely of you to offer  :D

Meagan I just measured the bowl and it holds 1.5 litres to the brim but you wouldn't fill it totally of course.  :)
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Post by: Meagan on January 03, 2012, 12:58:21 pm
Quote from: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 11:55:41 am
Aww thank you Cornish, lovely of you to offer  :D

Meagan I just measured the bowl and it holds 1.5 litres to the brim but you wouldn't fill it totally of course.  :)

Thank JO I think it would work as the tupperware container I store the double batch in is 1.3 litres.


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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2012, 10:03:00 pm
Yes I think you would be fine.  :)
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2012, 10:43:54 pm
Oh dear oh dear, wasnt interested before as i make ice cream in tm, but just read it makes ice cream in 25 mins, is this right?

I make & buy ice cream as ds & dh eat it daily.

Is it worth the money & where do you get all your recipes from? Can you make the TM recies in here.
H :)

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Post by: Meagan on January 03, 2012, 11:29:30 pm
 8) oh dear just caved and placed an order  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: johnro on January 03, 2012, 11:41:45 pm
Hally it is the result of my involvement in this forum that I now have this icecream maker and love it.  Initially I was guided by the hints, tips and advice of all the wonders on here who own one.  I have mainly used the recipe suggestions from here and the various TMX sites.   I needed the compressor variety as I don't have the freezer space bowl storage. As mentioned above Kitchenware direct did a price match for me back in October at $399  :)  :)
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2012, 12:20:11 am
Between you robyn & JD you have nearly talked me into it ;D

I can  just hear DH now, where do you think your going to keep THAT !!!!  Oh oh have to move more things upstairs to the spate room, its already packed with 1 cupboard full of appliances rarely used. ;D

H :)

There sings my TM
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Post by: JulieO on January 04, 2012, 12:22:00 am
Hally I make the ice cream custards partly with KA + the TM. The custards do need to chill before churning so I generally make them up in the arvo and let them chill overnight then churn the next morning. Yes it takes about 25 mins or so of churning to a soft serve consistency. You then scrape into a container and place in the freezer to freeze or 'ripen'  As there's no additives in it you will need to remove from freezer a good 10 - 15 mins before eating for it to soften.   You will find lots of recipes on line and an excellent book I bought is called The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz.
I don't use mine as much as I would if I had kids at home but it does get used. I especially like making vanilla bean flavour as it's perfect to serve with desserts.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 04, 2012, 12:34:35 am
I also have done the dirty deed and ordered - told you I was heading in that direction Hally :-))
Had to ring their toll free number as I was having trouble on line but it wasn't just me, apparently those using Internet Explorer were having problems. I ended up with 3 in my cart before I got to the check-out LOL so it was easier to ring them and sort it out before going any further.  Now to work out where I am going to put it, not exactly something to keep on the bench - not that I have room for that either.  I don't know, I think I am going to have to stop reading the Shopping Thread  ;D
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Post by: maddy on January 04, 2012, 12:51:47 am
I'm sure you won't regret it one bit Meagan!......I is very envious of the space you girls have to store it  :P

I picked up

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9e97b14b.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/610fdea6.jpg)

...and on the look out now for a good digital candy thermometer.....those clip on tube ones are a p.i.t.a.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2012, 01:00:42 am
None of you will regret it. I love my icecream machine. Mine is a Sunbeam and I love it. I use recipes from here and the book JulieO suggested which is really good. We prefer the custard type of icecream too and it makes it all so easy and healthy - well no chemicals in it. I often fold through a little alcohol and that makes it easier to get out of the container.
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Post by: johnro on January 04, 2012, 01:59:55 am
I think I am going to frame the last few posts so that DH realises that I am not the only person on the planet who is influenced  by the professional  ;D  ;D advice from the wonders of the forum - Cookie your name has surfaced regularly when devouring many a batch of icecream  :D  :D  BTW my icecream maker live in our top garage beside the fridge luckily I had the perfect sized desk/table w'out having to buy one  :D  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2012, 04:02:11 am
Glad you like them Robyn. My mob's favourite is the peanut butter one but I won't let them have it all the time. ;)
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Post by: JulieO on January 04, 2012, 04:02:57 am
Just thought I'd pass this on.  I just rang our local Telstra shop enquiring about the mini sim cards for the iPad.  He told me they are free with a 5gb download limit which of course expires after 30 days then it's up to you to recharge.  

My plan is to trial it for the free month and then if happy with it (I'm sure I will be) then pay for 12 months ($150 for 12 gb), then I won't have to worry if some months it hardly gets used.

If you all know about this, then disregard my post, but for anyone who didn't know this (like me), I'm astounded that I can actually get something for nothing.  :o
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Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2012, 05:33:33 am
Wow. I must ask DD if she had to pay for hers the other day. We're very happy with the idea of it and it seems to work well.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 04, 2012, 06:32:11 am
I caved in an bought myself an iPad. And of course this is the first place I came.

 
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Post by: natmum on January 04, 2012, 08:04:13 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 04, 2012, 06:32:11 am
I caved in an bought myself an iPad. And of course this is the first place I came.

 
Thinking of buying 1 this week with my xmas bonus from work!
Quote from: JulieO on January 04, 2012, 04:02:57 am
Just thought I'd pass this on.  I just rang our local Telstra shop enquiring about the mini sim cards for the iPad.  He told me they are free with a 5gb download limit which of course expires after 30 days then it's up to you to recharge. 

My plan is to trial it for the free month and then if happy with it (I'm sure I will be) then pay for 12 months ($150 for 12 gb), then I won't have to worry if some months it hardly gets used.

If you all know about this, then disregard my post, but for anyone who didn't know this (like me), I'm astounded that I can actually get something for nothing.  :o

Thanks for letting us know we were just discussing the need for a sim last night! Great to know!
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2012, 08:48:26 am
Still thinking about ice cream maker, storage s a big issue
Jen, you will love your ipad.

H :)
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Post by: Meagan on January 04, 2012, 10:44:03 am
Quote from: johnro on January 04, 2012, 01:59:55 am
I think I am going to frame the last few posts so that DH realises that I am not the only person on the planet who is influenced  by the professional  ;D  ;D advice from the wonders of the forum - Cookie your name has surfaced regularly when devouring many a batch of icecream  :D  :D  BTW my icecream maker live in our top garage beside the fridge luckily I had the perfect sized desk/table w'out having to buy one  :D  :D

Aha! So you had an ulterior motive in telling us about the special then Robyn lol....
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Post by: Frozzie on January 04, 2012, 10:45:59 am
We will be waiting a couple of months for ice cream maker but looking at getting the magimix compressor one I think as its more popular over here ... Cuisinart very ard to find a compressor one ....but it's def not on the priority list.  However would come in handy as I can't have a lot of dairy so would be handy making my own alternatives
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Post by: fundj&e on January 04, 2012, 11:21:13 am
a couple of days ago i bought new shoes for work tried  them on took a few steps ,ok i will take them price tag  $199.00
went to conuter to pay they were only 49.99  ;D
 i worked tonight with them and my legs were killing me, i said **** I need to take them back, while i was   searching for the  receipt in the box i found a dvd about the shoes, i said WTH

1 burn more calories
2 tone muscles
3 improve posture
4 improve circulation
5 reduce joint stress
6 frim calf muscles
and the list goes on


i love these shoes now, pain what pain  :-))

 
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2012, 11:45:04 am
Was the brand sketchers.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 04, 2012, 11:52:04 am
yes hally  ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2012, 12:18:24 pm
I bought a pair in hawaii, they are great when you get used to them,  20 mins a day to start with

 :)
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Post by: johnro on January 04, 2012, 12:56:09 pm
.....simply passing on handy information Meagan  :D  :D  :D  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 05, 2012, 03:13:13 am
I've got a couple of pairs of Sketchers from Singapore. I love them. I'm still getting used to the Flipflops I bought there though.
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Post by: RoxyS on January 05, 2012, 08:34:23 am
My DH tells me that this thread is leading me up the garden path. Can't say I mind though as I have now purchased the Dinner Spinner app for his iPad and today bought The Recipe Box app so now have my own folder on his iPad and have started loading my recipes.
While in NZ recently I bought a cookbook - The Tin Goose Cookbook from the cafe of the same name in Cromwell. Have tried one of the salad recipes and am looking forward to trying so many more of the recipes. Just wish my teenagers were less fussy.
Am needing to buy a new pressure cooker sometime before winter as my 50 yr old one (I ended up with my M-I-L's one somehow), finally gave up the ghost the other day. Does anyone have any suggestions? Haven't seen any pink ones Maddy.


 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 05, 2012, 09:04:57 am
Roxy last year I bought a Kuhn Rikon (Swiss) and its a beauty. It is extremely quiet, and the valve pops up and shows on a guage whether low or high pressure has been reached. Love it. Also the Womens Weekly Pressure Cooker book has some delicious recipes and I use that a lot as well, while other pc books sit a bit idle.
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Post by: RoxyS on January 05, 2012, 09:22:52 am
Thanks for that CP, I do plan to buy a cookbook too, so will look for the one you've suggested.

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Post by: Deeau on January 05, 2012, 10:08:31 am
For christmas I ot a pressure cooker cook book it is called Miss Vicki's Pressure Cooker ( Recipe book ) it is a great book and she has a web site with lots of info on it. I borrowed the book from my Local Library but decided I needed to own the book.
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Post by: meganjane on January 05, 2012, 12:17:56 pm
Lurve my pressure cooker. Can't remember the brand, but it's a bit fiddly to get the lid on correctly, so I won't recommend it.

I'm still in a dither about an iPad. I have an iPhone and I reckon an iPad is just a big iPhone that you can't use as a phone!

I'm really wanting it as an e-reader more than anything else. I'm looking at Kindle 3G and noted that in the US, the internet connection for Kindle is free! It's paid by Amazon. Can't believe how much the internet is free in the US, yet we have to pay through the nose here.

For those who have a Kindle, can I connect it to my Windows computer to download things? If not, is it worth getting the 3G model?

Julie, did you mean it was $150 for the whole 12 months with 12Gb download allowed each month? If so, that's excellent! Unfortunately, we only have Telstra in the bush, so I doubt I could get a deal like that.
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Post by: Meagan on January 05, 2012, 02:08:53 pm
Quote from: meganjane on January 05, 2012, 12:17:56 pm
Lurve my pressure cooker. Can't remember the brand, but it's a bit fiddly to get the lid on correctly, so I won't recommend it.

I'm still in a dither about an iPad. I have an iPhone and I reckon an iPad is just a big iPhone that you can't use as a phone!

I'm really wanting it as an e-reader more than anything else. I'm looking at Kindle 3G and noted that in the US, the internet connection for Kindle is free! It's paid by Amazon. Can't believe how much the internet is free in the US, yet we have to pay through the nose here.

For those who have a Kindle, can I connect it to my Windows computer to download things? If not, is it worth getting the 3G model?

Julie, did you mean it was $150 for the whole 12 months with 12Gb download allowed each month? If so, that's excellent! Unfortunately, we only have Telstra in the bush, so I doubt I could get a deal like that.

The kindle coverage is worldwide Megan
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Post by: Moo2 on January 05, 2012, 03:25:06 pm
Meganjane, I have the 3G kindle and as Megan said, it is free to download anywhere in the world. This is really handy if you are traveling and run out of books.  It's only an extra $40/$50 in the purchase price and the free 3G is for the life of the kindle not per month or year. We camp a lot and it fantastic to be able to purchase and download a new book in the middle of nowhere!
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Post by: andiesenji on January 05, 2012, 05:13:37 pm
There are strong rumors coming out of Cupertino, the home of Apple, that there will be a new iPad coming out in just a few months.
Hang on and wait, at least till the end of January, the usual time Apple announces new technology.
One persistent rumor is that the new iPad will be able to be used as a phone and will be able to send and receive videos from other smart phones.  

This could all be ether-talk but even the local news stations are talking about it, not just the geek squad...

Here's one link (http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/news/network-wifi/3327867/ipad-3-rumor-rollup-for-week-ending-jan-3/).
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Post by: Wonder on January 05, 2012, 08:33:41 pm
Meganjane, the 12gb is $120 once you have the starter kit and lasts for twelve months or whenever the 12gb is used up - whichever is sooner. I've been on this plan since the iPad 2 came out and because of a mix up with Telstra where they deleted my entire 12gb in the first month and weren't able to get it back on I've had free Internet since July last year! I ring Telstra about it every month or so but they don't seem to be able to figure out what has happened to my account. They don't have my credit card details so can't charge me and there is a long record of me calling to check so they can't decide to bill me down the track. If you have wii at home it's surprising how little of the 3G you actually use up. After trying a few different carriers on my iPad1 I would go with Telstra ever time for coverage reliability for the price.
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Post by: Halex on January 05, 2012, 09:36:26 pm
Our home internet is still not working. I have  a telstra 3g in my ipad at the moment, it works well. I take my ipad shopping with me & it was great yesterday when I needed to check a recipe for ingredients. For some reason it doesnt  work in our living area which is by the kitchen but works perfectly next to TM.

I am thinking of buying the 12g and down sizing our home package, its great to have it whereever you are.

Anyone know whether it works overseas?

H :)
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Post by: Halex on January 05, 2012, 10:56:33 pm
Just bought ice cream maker, yay, didnt tell dh the price, got the grunt to go ahead, yay. Promised him i woukd never buy ice cream again, so will need loads of recipes.

Could i store it on our outisde kitchen bench, the area has 2 sides open, 2 sides house.

Very excited

H :)

Now to go to the good guys & buy the vacum sealer for my meat order.

See if i can get the boys out, might have to wait until wednesday

Yay happy dance :D
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Post by: Wonder on January 06, 2012, 01:50:12 am
Hally it will only work overseas if you have the roaming activated through Telstra, but be careful as any usage is charged at extremely high rates and in lieu of you being able to charge you it appears that they reduce the equivalent amount in GB - Telstra think this is how my entire 12GB was used so quickly. I travel internationally a lot for work and am normally able to get wifi access in most areas - either free or paid through the hotel (ridiculous rates but sometimes necessary).

If you are going to spend a lot of time in a particular place overseas you can also look at purchasing a local micro sim - Europe is much easier to do than the US with this method.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 06, 2012, 02:06:24 am
I took my iPad for a trip down the Mekong and I was able to use wi fi for free everywhere. Don't even think about using the 3G overseas unless you have unlimited funds. My daughter took hers to Europe last year and same thing. FREE wi fi EVERYWHERE. Australians are royally ripped off in their own country.

Gretch
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2012, 03:42:28 am
KITCHENWARE DIRECT has Cuisinart Ice Cream, Yoghurt & Sorbet Maker Stainless Brushed 2 litres $119 (saving 25% it says)  and it also comes in red for the same price (but a saving of 30% - obviously red is a more expensive colour!! ???)

Also I think someone has already mentioned the compressor model Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker with Compressor 1.5L
Price: $379.00  down from $540

Free shipping!  This is part of their sale so take a quick look

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/2012-Stocktake-Sale/Cuisinart-Appliances-On-Sale
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2012, 04:59:40 am
My shopping was boring. Medication for all the sick people in the family and 2 pair of cheap, $19.95 house 3/4 trousers.
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on January 06, 2012, 05:05:36 am
Just come home from Kambos. 50% off housewares  :D 2 x Scanpan chopping boards ( the thin lightweight ones), a silicone spoon/spatula, ice cream scoop and olive oil sprayer. Happy Jan  ;) ;)
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Post by: Halex on January 06, 2012, 05:08:06 am
Ooh Jan sounds like you got yourselves some bargains ;D

Kambos, havent heard of them
H :)
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Post by: Halex on January 06, 2012, 05:08:57 am
Wonder, thanks for the info

H :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2012, 05:49:32 am
Ooh they are just down the road. Hee Hee.
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Post by: meganjane on January 06, 2012, 06:43:12 am
Thanks so much for all the help guys.

Yes, Andie I had heard a rumour of the iPad3. I would love it if it was a phone, but not sure I'd want to carry such a large phone around!

I'm thinking Kindle, especially if I can download books for free in Oz. The only issue is that Amazon don't have the Australian magazines etc that you can get through the iPad. But, then again, the Kindle is 1 third of the price!

You'll love your ice-cream maker Hally. I have the ice cream bowl for my Kitchen Aide and I love making ice cream now. Make the custard in the TMX, of course. I have Rum and Raisin in the freezer ATM and can't wait to dig in to it!

Hope everyone in the family is feeling better soon cookie.
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Post by: Wonder on January 06, 2012, 06:53:53 am
Gertbysea, surprisingly the best places for free wifi that we have found have been Vietnam and Mongolia! London and Australia are hopeless and depending on where you are in the US it's a bit hit and miss. For convince while travelling around the US I'm going to get a micro sim to use while I'm there this time, a little bit of a fuss but happy for this trip.
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2012, 07:04:23 am
To all the TMX forum friends in Sydney, what is a good (preferably warehouse or discount) kitchenware shop where I can buy bits and pieces for the kitchen (eg bakeware etc)?
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on January 06, 2012, 08:28:33 am
I don't live in Sydney courton but I know Victorias Basement carry a large range of kitchen ware.
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Post by: Yvette on January 06, 2012, 10:16:15 am
Hi Courton where abouts in Sydney are you? I am in Castle Hill. Victorias Basment is good
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2012, 11:45:41 am
I also live on the north shore ... I was really thinking of specialist kitchenware shops that has a bigger range than Victoria basement.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 06, 2012, 12:49:02 pm
in greenacre its huge i will look for the receipt 2morrow for the address
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Post by: Tasty on January 06, 2012, 01:06:41 pm
I have just purchased a few smaller items such as dipping swirl, onion bag and potato bag which keeps these things from sprouting due to bkack lining and has other good features. I'm a little excited which is sad when ou think about it hehe.

Oh and i'm about to purchase rose silicon cupcake moulds.
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2012, 01:26:01 pm
Thanks uni!
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Post by: andiesenji on January 06, 2012, 06:05:02 pm
Quote from: Wonder on January 06, 2012, 06:53:53 am
Gertbysea, surprisingly the best places for free wifi that we have found have been Vietnam and Mongolia! London and Australia are hopeless and depending on where you are in the US it's a bit hit and miss. For convince while travelling around the US I'm going to get a micro sim to use while I'm there this time, a little bit of a fuss but happy for this trip.

I have found that is small towns and villages, especially in fairly remote areas, I get a good WiFi signal when parked near a police or fire station or if they have one, a public library. 

The following is copied from Wikipedia on U.S. travel page.  Some will not occur to most folks.
By Internet
Most Americans have Internet access, mostly in their homes and offices. Internet cafes, therefore, are not common outside of major metropolitan, tourist and resort areas. However, you do have some options, except perhaps in the most rural of areas.

If you bring your own computer:

    Most public libraries have free wi-fi available even without a library card. In some instances, the wi-fi remains on 24/7, so even if the library is closed, you may be able to sit outside and access the internet in the early morning or Sunday.
    Chain hotels usually provide in-room Internet connections, sometimes wireless, either included with the price of the room or at an additional charge. Local establishments like bed-and-breakfasts and roadside motels are less likely to have Internet access.
    Many coffee shops, bookstores, and some fast food restaurants provide free wireless Internet access, though you may need to make a purchase first. The list includes major national chains like McDonald's, Burger King, Starbucks, and Barnes & Noble.
    Some cities have free WiFi access that spans a central business district (several square miles) or even citywide.
    Many colleges and universities offer free WiFi in their libraries and student centers, but non-students may have trouble accessing the network, or even the buildings. Ask around.
    Airports, even smaller regional ones, usually provide WiFi within passenger terminals, usually for a nominal charge.
    There are some paid WiFi chains, where you can receive access to numerous hotspots for a small charge, such as Boingo.
    If driving, in a pinch you can always park in a chain hotel parking lot, on a crowded suburban/urban residential street, or by a commercial strip by coffeeshops or libraries, and grab WiFi access from your car. Unlike Europe, most WiFi signals are not password protected and can be easily accessed. Some local municipalities are outlawing this practice, but enforcement is nearly non-existent.
    You can also purchase a mobile broadband modem which can be attached to your laptop via a USB drive and subscribe to a prepaid plan. Service providers include Verizon Wireless and Virgin Mobile (Sprint). "
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Post by: fundj&e on January 06, 2012, 11:55:55 pm
i found it  ;D

AGC Catering Equipment
13-15 Hume Highway
Greenacre NSW 2190
97425411
I think they reopen on the 16th January
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Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2012, 12:00:34 am
Great advice  andi.

Gert
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Post by: courton on January 07, 2012, 12:11:05 am
Thanks uni!
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Post by: courton on January 07, 2012, 01:23:27 am


Meganjane, I got an iPad for Xmas and am finding my way across all the different plans. Have wifi at home and have not installed sim as yet. The Telstra $15o deal that wonder was talking about seems to be the best deal ( although Optus is $20 cheaper) . However, the best deal seems to be if you tether your iPhone 4 to your iPad...depending on your plan it will use the gigubits from your iPhone when you are out and about...and take the gb from your home computer wifi  plan when you are at home... This is what I have been told by the young computer geeks in the various shops!
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Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2012, 02:16:36 am
Courton this is true. You have no need for a sim card for your iPad if you have an iPhone. Just pop it next to your iPad.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2012, 06:15:19 am
It all sounds very technical.
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Post by: Tasty on January 07, 2012, 12:14:49 pm
They were selling ostrich eggs at the coventry square markets today  :o
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 07, 2012, 01:00:33 pm
Quote from: courton on January 07, 2012, 01:23:27 am

However, the best deal seems to be if you tether your iPhone 4 to your iPad...depending on your plan it will use the gigubits from your iPhone when you are out and about...and take the gb from your home computer wifi  plan when you are at home... This is what I have been told by the young computer geeks in the various shops!


someyoung people are so switched on, and I just wanted to highlight this again for our forum members.  (even though I don't have iAnything now it just sometimes needs to posted a couple of times for people to see it).
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Post by: Wonder on January 07, 2012, 09:28:29 pm
Tethering is definitely the way to go if you also have an iphone and as long as your data plan on the phone is a good one.  No iPhones in this house so have to go with the Telstra. Also before you buy check for any specials deals by doing a google search. I managed to get a $30 cash back by purchasing mine through my PayPal account. A great forum to find out things about the iPad is the Whirlpool forums - there are some fantastic hints and tips there.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 07, 2012, 10:41:28 pm
Is it OK to use wooden spoons in the TMX or am I better off trying to buy some sturdy silicone ones?
What spoons do you use and where did you get them from?
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Post by: Halex on January 07, 2012, 10:50:45 pm
DG what are you using the wooden spoon for?

I use my TM spatula for a cooking aid, but for removing food I use my tupperware spatula, its fantastic removes  all the food easily & leaves the jug quite clean :D

H :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 07, 2012, 10:58:12 pm
I like to use a spoon to make cookies. I usually spoon it out and roll the up and then pop onto cooking tray. When making cokkies non tmx I use a metal dessert spoon, but I believe metal is no good for tmx.
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Post by: Halex on January 07, 2012, 11:04:45 pm
I always empty mixture into a bowl as I like to see how much there is.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 07, 2012, 11:10:42 pm
DG i treat my bowl like any of my other pots and pans, wood or plastic  is fine 
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Post by: judydawn on January 07, 2012, 11:36:21 pm
I do what Hally does, especially for biscuit mixture or muffins - far easier to work from a plastic/ceramic bowl than the TMX bowl.
Cakes are different, I just pour the mixture in.  Casserole type meals I tip into the thermosaver or a casserole dish and serve from there. Soup, I serve/pour from the TMX bowl.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 07, 2012, 11:51:49 pm
Thanks for your advice girls. I may have to start tipping the mixture into my mixing bowl, even if it means more washing up  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 08, 2012, 05:55:47 am
DG I use a metal spoon to get my biscuits out of the bowl. I just place the bowl on the bench near the tray and scoop it out.

Tasty did you buy an ostrich egg?
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Post by: Frozzie on January 08, 2012, 11:33:31 pm
Cant speak for thé rest of europe but the Only password protected wifi in france are private residences And hotels business etc which i find normal but there Is alot of free wifi in restaurants mots public areas schools Town halls shopping centers etc etc however prepaid cards here dont get priority signal. 
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Post by: maddy on January 09, 2012, 12:40:56 am


Digital thermometer

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a925338a.jpg)
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Post by: jeninwa on January 09, 2012, 12:55:07 am
Maddy where did you get the Digital thermometer from? that looks just what I need.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 01:01:51 am
i just received my Chia seeds i paid $29 for 990grams, anyone know if that is a good price ?
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on January 09, 2012, 04:09:13 am
I don't think that's too bad.  I pay $38.65 for 2 kg through Biodistributors online. :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2012, 06:25:24 am
Just received my Cuisinart Ice-cream maker - no, not rushing to make anything just yet.  Have to find a nice home for it now.
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Post by: JulieO on January 09, 2012, 07:56:23 am
I've just read back to see which ice cream maker you bought Judy.  Have fun.  ;D
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Post by: maddy on January 09, 2012, 08:44:13 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 09, 2012, 12:55:07 am
Maddy where did you get the Digital thermometer from? that looks just what I need.

http://www.thermoworks.com/products/handheld/therma_k.html#Specifications

It was recommended to me by a chef for a good all rounder thermometer.
I also bought 2 PHOO1 clips ($4.00) each
With postage from U.S cost around $132
The brand apparently is very accurate.
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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2012, 08:49:38 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 09, 2012, 07:56:23 am
I've just read back to see which ice cream maker you bought Judy.  Have fun.  ;D
I am really disappointed with the poor excuse for a recipe book though Julie - for this price I would expect a proper hard cover book with tons of recipes in it. I know there are heaps on the forum and I will make a list, yes another list :-)) to make them easier to find - I was going to do it for myself but have decided I may as well share it with everyone.
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Post by: JulieO on January 09, 2012, 09:29:32 am
Understand Judy. That's why I bought that book.  There are lots of recipes on line though if you don't want to go down that road.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2012, 09:35:43 am
Yes, what would we do without the internet.  I was on there very late last night looking for recipes for leftover corned beef, found some nice, simple ones then didn't even get around to making anything today.  Some days just get away from you and you just have to grab anything that's going.
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Post by: mcmich on January 09, 2012, 09:42:55 am
So true Judy - some days do slip away.
As long as we remember the most important thing we wear is are expression then no day is a waste.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 09, 2012, 11:47:45 am
My local kitchenware shop was having a 25% off sale, and i just couldn't resist. I bought a long silicone spatula for scraping out my jug, 2 new professional circulon non stick frypans, a silicon measuring jug ,but the best thing of all was a pancake batter dispenser. Yesterday, I made pancakes with my daughter for brunch, and we made so much less mess!
We mixed up the batter in our Thermo Chef. We followed the recipe for Rara's pancakes (although I halved the sugar and replaced half the flour with wholemeal ) and then poured the batter into our new dispenser. The jug of the Thermo Chef was too heavy for my daughter to use to pour directly into the hot pan. She was able to control the size of the pancakes, and not leave trails of pancake batter all over the cooktop. She likes to make "baby" pancakes as well as large ones. We made double decker stacks with strawberry and apple jam (made in the Thermo Chef) & fresh strawberries, topped with another pancake with banana, maple syrup & cream. Yum Yum.

I'm looking forward to trying this out when making patty cakes with the kids.
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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2012, 11:58:25 am
Sounded like fun for you and DD EmeraldSue and they look very inviting.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 12:02:12 pm
Ok ladies i dont want to sound like i am up myself but i really do make the best pancakes in world, ok would u believe in aus, ok then in sydney ,how about concord  ;D

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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2012, 12:11:10 pm
 :D :D :D  Yes, I believe you Uni - you don't blow your bags very often.
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 12:11:57 pm
All over to Unis, she has no calories in her food!LOL

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 12:36:16 pm
i am ready with opened arms  :-*
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 12:42:23 pm
Funny you shoukd  say that ,...... We have a cruise booked out of sydney in march,retruning  on the day before good friday......

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 12:48:23 pm
i will be in bali until the 25th of march, any time after that we can meet up for dinner at my place ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 12:55:06 pm
Our cruise leaves 24th march, overseas passenger terminal. Arrives back thurs 5th April.

Would love to meet up, will look like a bloated snowball!!! Sooo much food on cruise.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 12:57:53 pm
 how long will u be in syd 4 ?
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 01:00:30 pm
Not sure yet,  will et you know :)

hey dont u ever go to bed, it mst be ate, its 9pm here

H
X
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 01:05:47 pm
12.01 here. when i work it takes me a little while to wind down  :D

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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 01:06:50 pm
3 hours ahead,

Maybe a few sit  ups would  help ;)

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 01:09:15 pm
shut the hell up hally  ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 01:10:57 pm
Oohh you are tooo funny,
Dh giving me a funny look as I crack up laughing
 ;D ;D :D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 01:14:00 pm
 ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 01:17:39 pm
Actualy as we are on the shopping thread...
There is a piece of equipment you coukd purcahse to secure under your door to make sit ups easier ;D
Would you like me to google iit for you ;D ;D ;D

Tears running down my face with Laughter.

X
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Post by: fundj&e on January 09, 2012, 01:22:02 pm
one more time for the dummies, shut the hell  **** ***** ***** ***** **n**** :-* good night bella talk soon  :-*
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 01:25:12 pm
Off to sleep  now
Ciao bella
Did I get that right

Ps, have the google page for you tomorrow ;D ;D ;D

Hxx

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Post by: Frozzie on January 09, 2012, 03:08:57 pm
Haha you girls are up late.... Well my ny résolution like thousands of others...get to à gym....so joined our local club and gong three mornings a week..all i can say Is ouch lol and still managed to go with ds sick with gastro and dh off for two weeks with a ciatique....proud of me lol !!!
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Post by: Halex on January 09, 2012, 11:46:15 pm
Well done Frozzie, good on you.

H :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 10, 2012, 03:16:54 am
Our induction hotplate arrived this morning. For once I applaud Australia Post.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020278.jpg)
I'll try it out and heat some soup up at lunch time and then it's off into the van.
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 10, 2012, 03:21:11 am
PHEW !!! I saw this link had grown by a couple of pages and my first thought was you naughty NAUGHTY girls what are you going to get me to buy now ... only to find it was Hally and Uni giving me a very large laugh  :D :D :D Thanks girls  :-* :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on January 10, 2012, 03:33:06 am
Lucky they are either side of the country. ;) ;)
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 10:20:07 am
A new day dawns and you never know what is going to happen  :-))  This morning I was telling my SIL about my Cuisinart arriving this week and saying how I wished I had somewhere to put a big freezer.  She suggested my laundry - now why didn't I think of that :P  I had to get the car serviced this afternoon so I always spend the 2 hours browsing Harvey Norman and Bunnings which are opposite the car dealership but not in a shopping centre.  I ended up buying a 180 litre vertical freezer - I can't believe how quickly it happened ;D  Have to take out the cupboard in the laundry and haven't worked out if anything else will fit back in there for all my laundry needs but to me, a freezer is more important and I will handle the other problem once the freezer is in - one day this week I daresay. I am not going to know myself - room to move at last.
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Post by: Chelsea (Thermie Groupie) on January 10, 2012, 10:31:44 am
Fantastic JD.  You will love having a big freezer.  It makes life a lot easier.  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 10, 2012, 10:33:20 am
what do u have now JD ?
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 10:37:50 am
I have a fridge with 2 drawers at the bottom as the freezer and a little freezer about the size of a decent sized bar fridge which is virtually useless Uni.  I can hardly move in either of them - both chockers. I will get rid of the little freezer, no point running 3 and I'm sure I won't need it once the new one arrives.
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Post by: JulieO on January 10, 2012, 10:55:49 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 10:37:50 am
I'm sure I won't need it once the new one arrives.

Famous last words  :D   Maybe you should put it in your shed for a little while just to make sure you don't need it. It could be very handy for all those little things that can get lost in a bigger freezer.  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 10, 2012, 11:16:33 am
you are lying to yourself JD, no way you will get rid of the other freezer.
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 12:13:41 pm
I have to defrost it every 4 weeks so it will be easy to get rid of girls.  It fits into a space the kitchen people left for it with a small gap around the edges but I don't think it is enough - I'm sure it never used to freeze over so quickly before I had the new kitchen put in.  Plus I'm thinking of the electricity bill  >:(
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Post by: Halex on January 10, 2012, 12:17:06 pm
Oh JD, that was soo quick, jealous woud love another freezer, but woud of course fill it and then I woud want another...
H :)
Enjoy filling ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 10, 2012, 12:18:03 pm
electricity bills are a killer JD, not to bad for us now that all of the kids have moved out. about $350 a 1/4 
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 12:20:30 pm
I've been waiting for you to see this thread Hally - thought you would be surprised.  I am very much a spur of the moment person and once I discovered a place to put it, I wanted it. 
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Post by: Halex on January 10, 2012, 12:21:47 pm
Jd, you naughty naughty  girl LOL

Xx
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Post by: Frozzie on January 10, 2012, 01:35:04 pm
 ;D hally

Jd Well talk about impulsive....but it Is handy having a big freezer...you will lové it  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on January 10, 2012, 04:24:14 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 12:13:41 pm
I have to defrost it every 4 weeks so it will be easy to get rid of girls.  It fits into a space the kitchen people left for it with a small gap around the edges but I don't think it is enough - I'm sure it never used to freeze over so quickly before I had the new kitchen put in.  Plus I'm thinking of the electricity bill  >:(

Is the space big enough for a small wine cooler?  Or an ice maker?   My kitchen originally had a trash compactor in the space where I now have an ice maker.  When the trash collection company changed to reclaiming all the recyclable trash and said they didn't want it put through a trash compactor, I had that removed and the ice maker installed.  I manage to use a lot of ice, more than is produced by the icemaker in my fridge and unlike the fridge, when I am going to be away I can just turn it off and turn off the water supply, hang a bag of the drying crystals inside and prop the door ajar to prevent mildew or mold. 
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2012, 10:10:37 pm
Thanks andie but with the amount of wine that gets consumed in this house, I wouldn't need a wine cooler - I'm sure I can find something at Ikea to fill the spot, never enough drawers in my house.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 11, 2012, 12:51:25 am
Good on you Judy.
Our power bills are great at the moment. Thanks to the solar electricity we had put in last June our bill is now $622 in credit. ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2012, 12:54:06 am
That's great Cookie - I've not heard from anyone with them here as to how much they are saving.  You may never have to pay another electricity bill  ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 11, 2012, 12:55:18 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 11, 2012, 12:51:25 am
Good on you Judy.
Our power bills are great at the moment. Thanks to the solar electricity we had put in last June our bill is now $622 in credit. ;D ;D

Gee Cookie I wish I lived next door to you I would be running and extension lead over the fence  ;) :D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 11, 2012, 12:56:20 am
are you serious in CREDIT  , I have never heard  of such a thing  ;)lol
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Post by: jeninwa on January 11, 2012, 01:04:13 am
That's great new Cookie,  got my power bill yesterday, want to swap  :D :D :D
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 11, 2012, 01:10:52 am
I got my power bill the other day and was dancing for joy as it is nearly halved since we bought the new dishwasher. Let me just say that the half power bill is still 2/3 of your credit Cookie  :'( :'(
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Post by: goldfish on January 11, 2012, 03:44:26 am
Just wanted to thank all who brought the book Short and Sweet to my attention!  It arrived this morning and I'm having trouble putting it down!!!  Thank you!!! :) :) :)
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Post by: Halex on January 11, 2012, 05:21:57 am
Ice cream maker arrived yesterday, but picked it up from post office today. Very quick service.

Ds & I opened it up in excitement to use now, but as we turned it on its side we cant use it fr 24 hours, >:(

So looking forward to trying it.

H
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Post by: Meagan on January 11, 2012, 08:53:34 am
Quote from: Hally on January 11, 2012, 05:21:57 am
Ice cream maker arrived yesterday, but picked it up from post office today. Very quick service.

Ds & I opened it up in excitement to use now, but as we turned it on its side we cant use it fr 24 hours, >:(

So looking forward to trying it.

H

What do you mean Hally?
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Post by: Halex on January 11, 2012, 09:06:35 am
The instructios  at the front of the booklet say, , if turned on side do not use for 24 hours, so I am not, dont want to break it

H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 11, 2012, 09:07:45 am
That would be to do with the refrigerant gases. Same as when you move your fridge and freezer - though 24hours is a long time!
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Post by: Halex on January 11, 2012, 09:14:06 am
I can wait 24 hours, having something blow up in our house woukd not look good for dh, he s a chemical engineer.

Naturally he woukd blame me ??? ??? ???

H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 11, 2012, 09:16:21 am
LMAO if it is anything like this house ... it is always my fault anyway  :o :o
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Post by: Halex on January 11, 2012, 09:17:38 am
NEVER MY FAULT ;D ;D

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2012, 09:21:14 am
It probably pays to wait the 24 hours regardless - how do you know the courier didn't turn it upside down at some stage???
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Post by: Frozzie on January 11, 2012, 12:39:27 pm
M'y parents just got solar power...seems to be à good décision

And lol yes hally please dont blog anything up  :D
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Post by: Halex on January 11, 2012, 12:50:14 pm
Frozzie, try g realy hard mot too :D
H :)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 11, 2012, 02:39:35 pm
Damn iPad autocorrect Is à pain lol
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Post by: JulieO on January 11, 2012, 02:58:17 pm
Why don't you turn the auto correct off Frozzie, I did.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 11, 2012, 03:08:01 pm
Thanks julieo...just did it but didnt look before as i thought it would be too complicated...that will teach me :)

Do you know if you can attach files on the ipad ie via email or facebook etc as i havent been able to??  Also is there any form of word or excel avail for ipad??
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Post by: JulieO on January 11, 2012, 03:16:15 pm
That I can't help you with, haven't needed to do that sort of thing. I'm just using it for browsing etc, not actual working (use my laptop for that).    I think you can get a 'Pages' app which apparently is like Word docs.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 11, 2012, 03:19:01 pm
I normally dont either but other day was wanting to put some info in an excel doc and got stuck...have my laptop too but justed wanted to see if poss to do on ipad...will have to research it further ...
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Post by: andiesenji on January 11, 2012, 05:09:35 pm
I got this "baggy rack"  (http://www.amazon.com/Jokari-16930-Storage-Opener-Holder/dp/B0040LU3Y8) and have been having lots of fun trying it out with various types of things, both dry and wet, using a canning funnel for the wet stuff and materials that tend to spill readily.

There are, of course, other ways to keep a baggie upright while filling and I think I have tried them all.  This works really well for me and as I love gadgets, it is just about perfect.  
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/New%20Gadgets%20Practical%20or%20Odd/bagholder4.jpg)

The next two photos show how the "arms" extend to fit the different sized bags - the first is a quart bag, the second a gallon bag.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/New%20Gadgets%20Practical%20or%20Odd/bagholder2.jpg)
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/New%20Gadgets%20Practical%20or%20Odd/bagholder3.jpg)

The arms fold down flat for storage.  The base has a rubber ring around the perimeter so it doesn't slip.  
Very handy
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 11, 2012, 06:34:47 pm
That looks like a good idea, Andie.  Those bags can be such a hassle to close if anything gets into the closing area.  I assume that the arms can be pushed together for sealing and expelling excess air?
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Post by: andiesenji on January 11, 2012, 06:56:07 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on January 11, 2012, 06:34:47 pm
That looks like a good idea, Andie.  Those bags can be such a hassle to close if anything gets into the closing area.  I assume that the arms can be pushed together for sealing and expelling excess air?

No, you have to do the squeezing and zipping yourself but I have used this with a canning funnel for liquids and semi-liquids and fine powders and have had no problems in releasing the bag tops from the "arms" and zipping it closed. 

I haven't tried it with regular baggies without the zip - I don't have any on hand.  But I don't see why it wouldn't work just as well.
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Post by: goldfish on January 12, 2012, 08:58:47 am
Apparently there are some really competitive online grocery sites being launched . . . .

Have a look at these!  saveonbrands boasts nothing over a dollar!!  Not sure how they do it . . but that's what they say . . .

www.saveonbrands.com.au

www.offyourtrolley.com.au

www.groceryrun.com.au     I think I remember someone trying this not too long ago and save a heck of a lot! - sorry . . memory not good!
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Post by: goldfish on January 12, 2012, 10:04:13 am
 For fresh fruit and vegetables try http://www.organicdelivered.com.au/   (delivers only in Sydney though)

 and for organic fair trade flour, sugar, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, muesli (pretty much everything else)
http://www.goodness.com.au/store/   delivers Australia wide up to 20kg for $6.
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Post by: judydawn on January 12, 2012, 10:49:57 am
I picked up 2 x 100g packets of sliced smoked salmon for 99 cents each today - use by date 5 days down the track so a great buy for the freezer.  Also 300 ml containers of cream for 49 cents - handy seeing as I just received my ice-cream maker.  See cheap cream now and think ice-cream not butter ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 12, 2012, 11:01:37 am
i got cream for 22 cents yesterday ;D without realising  it was lite  :(
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 12, 2012, 11:13:50 am
Quote from: fundj on January 12, 2012, 11:01:37 am
i got cream for 22 cents yesterday ;D without realising  it was lite  :(

even lighter on the pocket lol  :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on January 12, 2012, 01:35:25 pm
Wow that is cheap jd...great find...here 100g of smoked salmon will set you back at least 2.50 to 3 euros and if close to ubd ie only a day or two o go you might get 30 percent off but thats it... Lucky you  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on January 12, 2012, 08:35:54 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on January 11, 2012, 03:19:01 pm
I normally dont either but other day was wanting to put some info in an excel doc and got stuck...have my laptop too but justed wanted to see if poss to do on ipad...will have to research it further ...

Hane you got Dropbox Frozzie? I have Quick Office  as well but have not used it yet. Just google what you need and you will get lots of help for specifics. Also there is sure to be someone on You Yube showing you "how to".

It is certainly possible to edit Excel on your  iPad with the right app. There will be an expert ou there to help.

Gretch

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Post by: Wonder on January 12, 2012, 08:58:26 pm
Frozzie, both pages and numbers have apps which you can purchase. I have both but unless I'm really stuck I still prefer the laptop over the iPad for that sort of thing. The other app I use a lot is docs to go which allows you to read and edit all types of documents.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 12, 2012, 09:30:01 pm
Thx girls...will check it out tomorrow  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 13, 2012, 05:53:20 am
I managed to get to the new Kitchen Warehouse today. I bought 8 small jelly moulds, 2 larger ones and a lovely big glass basin to make my sourdoughs in without it going everywhere. Now I must make some jellies from the book 'Wobblie' I bought before Christmas.
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2012, 08:26:42 am
Had delivery of my freezer today so went to Gawler River Meat Co here in Adelaide and bought 3 x 2 packs of large chickens @ $6.99 a pack (1.2kg chickens), 4 x 500g free range chicken mince @ $2 each, lamb's fry 50 cents.  Have ordered a beef pack through a daily inbox special elsewhere but these prices are amazing and I will certainly be going back there.
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Post by: Moo2 on January 13, 2012, 08:29:10 am
With those prices you will pay off your freezer in no time Judy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 13, 2012, 08:33:11 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 13, 2012, 08:26:42 am
Had delivery of my freezer today so went to Gawler River Meat Co here in Adelaide and bought 3 x 2 packs of large chickens @ $6.99 a pack (1.2kg chickens), 4 x 500g free range chicken mince @ $2 each, lamb's fry 50 cents.  Have ordered a beef pack through a daily inbox special elsewhere but these prices are amazing and I will certainly be going back there.
Amazing value Judy and agree with Moo2 it will pay for itself in no time. ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on January 13, 2012, 08:33:58 am
BWAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

Gert
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Post by: keiramax on January 14, 2012, 04:28:51 pm
I didn't buy it but no less exciting, Mum picked me up a cornishware pie funnel on her travels.  Thanks Mum, this has just reignited my need to collect again. ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 14, 2012, 10:21:21 pm
Judy, fantastic value on the meat. Well done

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2012, 10:49:03 pm
I thought of you Hally when I saw their prices of chicken fillets - $6.99 kg.
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Post by: Halex on January 14, 2012, 10:51:11 pm
Was that free range? If so tat s so cheap, mt barker $13 a kilo cheapest I can buy.

Chicken is my fav meat.

H :)
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Post by: meganjane on January 14, 2012, 11:51:20 pm
Wow, JD, that's so cheap!

Frozzie, I wonder if Office for Mac will work on an iPad. I have it on my MacBook and it has Excel, Power Point and Outlook as well.
I'm off to Google to find out.

Just checked on the Apple site and no, you have to use Pages.
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Post by: meganjane on January 15, 2012, 02:18:33 am
Woohoo! Just bought an iPad!!
(http://www.thedishforum.com/smilies/happy-clapping/bliss.gif)
Now, have to explain to DH and have to organise sale of MacBook....
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Post by: judydawn on January 15, 2012, 02:29:52 am
Quote from: Hally on January 14, 2012, 10:51:11 pm
Was that free range? If so that's so cheap, mt barker $13 a kilo cheapest I can buy.
H :)

I don't think the breasts were free-range but the mince certainly was @ $2 for 500g. I didn't spend that much time looking where the breasts and thighs were but will check it out more thoroughly next time.
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Post by: dede on January 15, 2012, 04:02:17 am
Quote from: meganjane on January 15, 2012, 02:18:33 am
Woohoo! Just bought an iPad!!
(http://www.thedishforum.com/smilies/happy-clapping/bliss.gif)
Now, have to explain to DH and have to organise sale of MacBook....

Yay well done MJ, I brought myself a secondhand iPad ( first version) in October last year and I use it all the time. I also brought a wireless printer so I can print from my iPad or iPhone as well as my laptop and the kids computers. Saves having lots of printers in the house. Anyway I use the iPad more than the computer now.
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Post by: Moo2 on January 15, 2012, 04:09:41 am
Love, love, love my iPad. I also use it more than the pc. You will have so much fun with it MJ.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 15, 2012, 07:20:55 am
Yay mj you will love it  :)
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Post by: courton on January 15, 2012, 07:32:03 am
I love it too, ...what a toy!
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Post by: Meagan on January 15, 2012, 08:57:49 am
Quote from: dede on January 15, 2012, 04:02:17 am

Yay well done MJ, I brought myself a secondhand iPad ( first version) in October last year and I use it all the time. I also brought a wireless printer so I can print from my iPad or iPhone as well as my laptop and the kids computers. Saves having lots of printers in the house. Anyway I use the iPad more than the computer now.

What sort of printer do you have mandi and how do you print from your iPad.
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Post by: dede on January 15, 2012, 09:20:47 am
Meagan It's a HP photosmart 6510 printer, and it was only around $130 from Harvey Norman but its really good. I can be out in my framing workshop and print invoices with my iPad. Works on our wireless Internet. The printer is also a memory card reader and can scan, copy and print. I even print from my iPhone.

These new printers are set up now to work with iPads / iPhones / mobile devices. I think they call them air printers.
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Post by: mcmich on January 15, 2012, 09:22:04 am
Now I feel really out of date. I'm getting rid of my mobile phone ( a really old one) and hope friends will ring me on the home line.
Only work calls me on the mobile and that's for extra shifts  I don't want.
I'm going to hand write lots of letters and send them to everyone I know. I hope they enjoy mail that isn't a bill etc.
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Post by: dede on January 15, 2012, 09:24:37 am
Gee mcmich, I can't remember the last time I received a hand written letter. It's sad really.
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Post by: nazar on January 15, 2012, 09:32:21 am
l love to get mail and make and effort every christmas to send out card, family yearly letter and photos of the kids to all my reletives around australia . about 60 go out
  it does annoy that no one sends me a letter, just a card . saying merry christmas davis family love from  ect
 as l dont see these people during the year it would be nice for them to tell me what been happening with them during the year  even if its a few lines
l know people are busy, tired ,sick un able to , but l do hope they enjoy the letters l send
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Post by: pumpkin pie on January 15, 2012, 09:33:51 am
nothing to do with shopping spread but saw the entry re writing letters. I gave my grandaughter Skye (who moved to port campbell, vic. just after xmas with her family) and a friends daughter that  she plays with when she comes to stay with me, a princess writting compendium each  for xmas with stamps and each others addresses inside to encourage them to write letters to each other, and explained to skye about pen friends. Skyes mum told me the other day, that she had just taken skye down to the post box to post a letter to her friend, so it's good that mum is encouraging it.
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Post by: mcmich on January 15, 2012, 09:38:29 am
Me either Dede, I get email invitations to my nieces and nephews naming ceremonies etc..
I just got a subscription to a book collection to send to my nephew. Hope he gets a kick out of looking for in his mail box.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on January 15, 2012, 09:42:10 am
Quote from: nazar on January 15, 2012, 09:32:21 am
l love to get mail and make and effort every christmas to send out card, family yearly letter and photos of the kids to all my reletives around australia . about 60 go out
  it does annoy that no one sends me a letter, just a card . saying merry christmas davis family love from  ect
 as l dont see these people during the year it would be nice for them to tell me what been happening with them during the year  even if its a few lines
l know people are busy, tired ,sick un able to , but l do hope they enjoy the letters l send

Nazar, I have a friend who sends me a family yearly letter with her xmas card, including family photos and significant events that have happened,  and it really is lovely to receive this. I have thought often that I should do that for the few friends we have living interstate, but never seem to get around to it. Most of our friends live within South Australia and we catch up during the year, but I am sure your friends do enjoy the letter etc they receive from you
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Post by: mcmich on January 15, 2012, 09:45:42 am
Pumpkin Pie, That is lovely. I don't think we should save this for Christmas.
You have all inspired me to send hand written letters to everyone I can think of.
I want my family and friends to know I'm thinking of them.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on January 15, 2012, 10:28:07 am
You know I also feel the same about texting, I would rather pick up the phone and talk to the person, ( which I have done many times, trying to reply to a text and getting frustrated) you can express yourself so much better, I think person to person, but it is all getting lost in technology.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2012, 05:29:45 am
I still do the Christmas card/letter bit. Now both my parents are gone I send to all the Aunties etc and to friends. It helps make Christmas special. I honestly don't know when I received a hand written letter. My brother sends me postcards when he travels so that's a mini letter. We always send DD post cards when we travel from most places we stop at.
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Post by: Meagan on January 16, 2012, 05:33:09 am
I received a hand written letter last week from an elderly lady that used to be our neighbor when I was a teenager. She is so lovely :)
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Post by: meganjane on January 16, 2012, 05:50:51 am
My sister and I used to write to each other. We then moved on to computer written letters and now tend to email. We still phone each other regularly though.
I keep up with a lot of people via Facebook.
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Post by: keiramax on January 16, 2012, 10:40:02 pm
Today is my first online supermarket shop.  Woolies now delivers to my area. Yay. 

It took me forever to go through and find everything, but I figured the first time would be the worst and once the lists are saved it would get easier. 

But with 2 little ones, it takes nearly 25 mins to get them into the car and drive to the nearest supermarket, then unload them, find a trolley which is semi-clean, race up and down the aisle (hoping that one or the other doesn't start crying), stop miss grabby fingers trying to get everything, then load the shopping and kids back into the car, drive home, unpack everything and everyone.  I reckon for the $5.00 delivery fee it's well worth it. (I managed to get the del. fee down by just going over their next price bracket, with things I needed anyway, plus selected the delivery time that they had a $2.00 discount on.)

Does anyone have any tips for online grocery shopping?
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Post by: Halex on January 16, 2012, 10:50:57 pm
Do you have
Aussie Farmers Direct in your area, i use them for dairy & fruit & vegs. Jusypt googe to see if they deliver to tour area ring them 1300 MILKMAN

Hally :)
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Post by: keiramax on January 17, 2012, 02:42:41 am
Thanks Hally - Unfortunately Aussie Farmers Direct don't delivery to my area.  That's why I was surprised that Woolies did. 

Mainly using it for the basic items.  We have our own lamb in the freezer, had 5 lambs butchered last year.  Still working through that.  In the past we have butchered our own beef.  Last time we butchered a cow I had to buy a new freezer as we had 380kg of meat.  No need for eggs as the chickens are laying.  We have 10 chickens hatch and so the roosters will go into the cooking pot when big enough

The veggie garden is producing at the moment, so no need to buy much in the veggie department.

Now with TMX making my own yoghurt, butter and bread, also giving the cleaning products a good.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 17, 2012, 02:49:54 am
 :o keiramax  what esle would you need, i know some vino  :-))
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Post by: keiramax on January 17, 2012, 03:31:02 am
I haven't had a drink for the last 2 1/2 years.  I've been either pregnant or breastfeeding.  For a while there I was both pregnant and breastfeeding.  And I don't see me drinking in a while, the little man is only 10 weeks old.
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Post by: RoxyS on January 18, 2012, 06:09:50 am
Wow, that produce sounds fantastic, would love to have all that food on hand.

Today I downloaded Kindle for my Mac from Amazon and then checked out all their free ebooks and downloaded one called Smart School Time Recipes which looks like a very interesting book with heaps of useful links to blogs and website loaded with healthy recipes. I was attracted to this recipe book because it has heaps of dairy-free recipes which I need for my 7 yr old DD. Hopefully I'll be able to try some soon and convert them for the TMX and post them on the forum. I also downloaded a number of other cookbooks which I haven't had a chance to look at yet.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 06:52:38 am
http://www.ereaderiq.com/. A very useful web site for Kindle owners.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2012, 08:22:22 am
I've been bad but loved it. This morning I had a makeover at a cosmetic counter. DD persuaded me as they were demonstrating their new...............collection. I loved it so much I bought a new 4 shade eyeshadow, eyeliner to match and lipstick to match and the blush for DD. I loved every minute of it and after all DH did give me money for Christmas. :D
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Post by: judydawn on January 18, 2012, 09:28:43 am
Cookie how did you look when they finished you, what did DH think or didn't he notice like most men  :D :D  I have always wanted to stop and let them try to do wonders on me but thought they wouldn't want an old codger like me sitting in the chair.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 09:31:51 am
Any old codger will do so long as they spend spend spend!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on January 18, 2012, 09:32:59 am
Those companies would soon go broke it everyone spent as much money on make-up as I do Gretchen  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 10:03:29 am
You and me both. No point in spending money up here on makeup as it only slips off with the humidity.

Gert
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Post by: djinni373 on January 18, 2012, 10:38:16 am
Ha ha Gert so true!. I recently spend a few weeks in Rockhampton and decided that putting on makeup, blowdrying hair and ironing clothes were all an absolute waste of time. The makeup slid off, the hair went frizzy and the clothes were crushed and/or drenched in minutes. According to the locals I'm now officially a "Southerner"  ;D ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 18, 2012, 11:31:46 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 06:52:38 am
http://www.ereaderiq.com/. A very useful web site for Kindle owners.

Gert

This is a brilliant site Gert, I have downloaded so many books from it since you posted it on fb the other day  :-* :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 11:40:43 am
Yup it is a good one and I like how you can filter out the stuff you don't want to see otherwise it would take you ages.  Not a lot of great books but good reading none the less  for those. Who inhale books. I read a bit of crapola  then a good book. In any case it is whatever  tickles your fancy.

Gert
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Post by: Twitterpated on January 18, 2012, 11:42:21 am
Quote from: djinni373 on January 18, 2012, 10:38:16 am
Ha ha Gert so true!. I recently spend a few weeks in Rockhampton and decided that putting on makeup, blowdrying hair and ironing clothes were all an absolute waste of time. The makeup slid off, the hair went frizzy and the clothes were crushed and/or drenched in minutes. According to the locals I'm now officially a "Southerner"  ;D ;D

Welcome to our world!!!
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Post by: pumpkin pie on January 18, 2012, 11:51:27 am
Hi gertbythesea  ? filtering out what you don't want. please explain how you do this for me the not so easy comp user?
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 11:59:51 am
When you go to the ereaderiq web site you will read how to do it about 1/2 way down the page. Just keep clicking the icon. It is slow so wait until the open book stops flipping pages then go on to the next icon to delete. Don't forget to save you preferences. Took me a few times befor I realised I could do that.

Gretch
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 18, 2012, 09:51:15 pm
Had to take my dad to Coffs Harbour for a bone marrow test yesterday and whilst I was waiting DS and I hit the shops. DS bought himself his first Surf Wallet. OMG we were there for half an hour whilst he decided which one he wanted. Then we headed to Prouds where I spent some of my Christmas Bonus ($300 Prouds voucher). I got myslef a lovely new white gold pendant to hang from the white gold chain I got with last years bonus.
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Post by: Halex on January 18, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
DG, bless ds, how old is he?

H :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 18, 2012, 10:25:52 pm
For those with Kindles or the Kindle iPad app Amazon has two cook books that look ok for free at the moment, they are Smart School Time Recipes and Savory Pie Recipes. I've downloaded them while they are free but haven't had a look at them yet.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 18, 2012, 10:30:53 pm
hally, DS is 7 and told me that his old wallet was for babies and he wanted one like his cousins (who are 10,12 and 14).  ;D
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Post by: johnro on January 18, 2012, 10:34:51 pm
Thank you for the wonderful link Gretch - BUT another great procrastination tool is something I don't need now that the 2012 school year has begun!!!!!! Wish a mum could just put such temptations out of reach or perhaps I need to develop will power - no chance on this forum though!!!!  :D  :D
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Post by: Meagan on January 18, 2012, 11:03:33 pm
Quote from: Wonder on January 18, 2012, 10:25:52 pm
For those with Kindles or the Kindle iPad app Amazon has two cook books that look ok for free at the moment, they are Smart School Time Recipes and Savory Pie Recipes. I've downloaded them while they are free but haven't had a look at them yet.
Thanks Wonder,

I have just downloaded the smart book :)
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Post by: jeninwa on January 18, 2012, 11:19:18 pm
Thanks Woder, I just downloaded both books and also one called Amazing cakes for free.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 11:42:10 pm
How is it that growns ups like us get sucked in?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2012, 01:08:37 am
...............'cos we can. :D :D
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Post by: maddy on January 22, 2012, 04:58:36 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b30cf1e3.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2012, 05:31:15 am
Maddy I have this book and it is fantastic. I've done the lychee jelly and the rhubarb and apple jelly. They take a little time but are well worth it. The lychee one didn't make as much as I thought it would. I'm hoping to do the peach and raspberry one after I buy some more raspberries this week.
As you can see I've also bought a couple of jelly moulds.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020286.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on January 22, 2012, 05:54:13 am
That's great to know cookie  :)
.....it's something different to make....old is new right?  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2012, 06:07:43 am
Sure is. ;)
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Post by: obbie on January 22, 2012, 06:33:51 am
Looks good Maddy.


Robyn :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 24, 2012, 07:02:44 am
Bought myself a picture for my bedroom today, may need to change the coloured scatter cushion but it does tone in better in real life than it does in the picture.
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Post by: RosieB on January 24, 2012, 07:15:18 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 18, 2012, 06:52:38 am
http://www.ereaderiq.com/. A very useful web site for Kindle owners.

Gert

Wow..  Love this link.  I had not worked out how to down load books myself
DH has been getting books for me that he thinks I should read   ???  How to dig drains... :-\  How to set up dams... :(

Now I can get my own.  Found 5 Minute Recipes  and Smart school time recipes, and some nice fantasy novels.  Much more relaxing :D
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Post by: Wonder on January 24, 2012, 08:05:41 am
Be careful RosieB once you start downloading you wont't be able to stop!
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Post by: dede on January 24, 2012, 09:35:50 am
Nice picture Judy, amazing how a nice frame on a wall can refresh a room.
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Post by: judydawn on January 24, 2012, 09:58:17 am
DH & I both had a laugh when we remembered my Dad's comments about a similar frame on a picture I bought for the kitchen many years ago.  Not knowing about shabby chic or distressed anything, he thought I must have picked the picture up in a second-hand store and commented that it would look good once I painted the frame  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on January 24, 2012, 10:21:19 am
i love old and distressed furniture

the table and the  buffet where given to me a while ago, both where made from an very old cottage, the panels on the buffet are tin which originally was the ceiling



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Post by: judydawn on January 24, 2012, 10:47:01 am
Nice to see things recycled like that Uni.  I remember the tin ceilings, what a great idea.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 24, 2012, 01:52:27 pm
trying to work out how many marks you have on the table (last pic) -- usually people put them on their bed post   ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 24, 2012, 04:33:27 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 24, 2012, 01:52:27 pm
trying to work out how many marks you have on the table (last pic) -- usually people put them on their bed post   ;)
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Post by: goldfish on January 24, 2012, 07:58:00 pm
I adore that kind of furniture, too, fundj. These are just simply gorgeous - absolute treasures - says she, looking through hugely green eyes!!
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Post by: dede on January 24, 2012, 08:24:41 pm
Look what I brought yesterday(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa95064-134a-3554.jpg)

Not a great photo cause he was scared and hiding when we first brought him home. The kids have called him Tyson.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 24, 2012, 08:29:40 pm
What a cute kitten Dede.Did you have a kitten on your shopping list,I usually have boring grocery items on mine :D :D :D
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Post by: dede on January 24, 2012, 08:38:01 pm
No I didn't CC, it was one of those impulsive buy items. I just couldn't walk past lol. My 14 year old cat is not over impressed though.
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Post by: keiramax on January 24, 2012, 10:21:46 pm
Very cute.  Reminds me of when I got my first cat.  Went to get lunch at work, came back with a kitten and no lunch.  That was 18 years ago and he's still going strong.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 24, 2012, 10:49:23 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 24, 2012, 01:52:27 pm
trying to work out how many marks you have on the table (last pic) -- usually people put them on their bed post   ;)

you whould be in  :o if you knew what is in my bedroom CP  ;)
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Post by: dede on January 24, 2012, 11:31:34 pm
Lol. Well I have 5 kids so I leave the rest up to your imagination.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 24, 2012, 11:51:44 pm
cheeky girl ,dede  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 25, 2012, 12:21:18 am
What a little cutie, I have a soft spot for Tabby's.  I think its so lovely when people have pets because it gives them something to love and receive affection from. Apart from the vet bills, no amount of money can compare to the good times they give. That was a very good investment dede.
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 12:32:20 am
I do love my pets, I now have 2 dogs (1 is my DH's working dog) 2 cats, 10 fish, 3 cockatiels, 4 hens and 1 rabbit. In the past I have had 2 blue tongue lizards, skinks and dragon lizards, a wombat, lambs, a horse, 2 ducks, kangaroos and wallabies, pigs and sheep and a cow.
I was brought up with lots of pets and still have a real passion for them, I think it is sad when children don't have pets of their own to love and learn to care for.
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Post by: fundj&e on January 25, 2012, 12:40:19 am
no comment  :-X dede
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2012, 01:29:00 am
ROFL.

There is no marking furniture in this house as we have all jarrah stuff. From bedheads to cupboards and tables. I love jarrah.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 01:31:06 am
Oh you girls. Now when I go visiting I will be checking out every one's dining room tables. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: meganjane on January 25, 2012, 02:13:24 am
Love the furniture and the kitten. I won't be buying anything for a while as I'm getting a new roof on the house in February. No more water running down the walls and into my pantry when we get hail or heavy rain!
Where do you find the regular emoticons when in tapatalk? Does anyone know?
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 04:16:32 am
MJ I have no idea. Not sure if they are available as yet. Maybe in the future as they update.
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 04:36:42 am
Just brought myself a 23cm bread tin. Guess what I am about to attempt. Fingers crossed that this loaf is the successful loaf I have been trying to achieve for 12 months. Will keep you posted.
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 04:40:39 am
😃😜😍😁😥😠😲😭😢

MJ just testing if this works
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 04:42:30 am
Ok cool if you can see the smiley faces MJ then you need to download Emoji app and follow the instruction once you have downloaded it to go to your settings on your iPad to add a Emoji keyboard.
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Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2012, 04:52:24 am
No smiley faces though Mandi, just little squares
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 04:58:12 am
Oh bugger. Well that was a waste of time lol. Although it will probably be viewable to those using Tapatalk app. I don't know
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Post by: hools003 on January 25, 2012, 05:04:20 am
No Dede, I'm using tapatalk and all I see are squares too! You must be able to as I did it by mistake but have absolutely no idea what I did!!!
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 25, 2012, 05:04:48 am
Hmm I can see the smiley faces on my phone dede and I could see them on my computer on the app thread you started. I think I have that app about to check 😜😜seems I do!
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 05:12:34 am
Ok well obviously you need the app to be able to view the smiley faces 😊 well that's something then I guess. Those with the app could start some kind of secret code lol that others can't see like
That's a bunch of 🐮💩 lol.
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 25, 2012, 06:24:22 am
Quote from: dede on January 25, 2012, 05:12:34 am
Ok well obviously you need the app to be able to view the smiley faces 😊 well that's something then I guess. Those with the app could start some kind of secret code lol that others can't see like
That's a bunch of 🐮💩 lol.

 :D :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 06:34:51 am
👜💄💍💎☕🍵🍺🍻🍸🍶🍴
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Post by: Moo2 on January 25, 2012, 06:41:55 am
Dede I can see the smiley faces on my iPad with no app installed, just using safari.
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Post by: Moo2 on January 25, 2012, 06:45:15 am
I love little Tyson. Hopefully he will grow into his name!
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Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 06:56:39 am
😃 yay I am glad that some people can see the emoticons fine.

And Tyson 🐱 is settling in well doing what most cats do well,  sleep 💤, eat🍜 and poo💩.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 07:37:13 am
When I use the iPad to access the forum using Safari I can see  at the moment , where my pic should be 5 pictures of one member and two single pic of two others and they change all the time. Too funny. No problem on my laptop nor when I use Aromic Web as the browser.

Gretchen
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Post by: courton on January 25, 2012, 07:40:31 am
When I access through my iPad I now have a family pic of three people against half of the forum member's names!!!
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Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 07:43:39 am
Makes life interesting courton

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2012, 08:04:34 am
This hapens with my ipad too. Judy pops up everyone and as everyone's avatar. She's just popping in to remind us of all she does for us. :D :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2012, 09:02:44 am
I'm sorry you have to put up with my face all the time - I have nothing to do with it I promise  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 25, 2012, 09:05:58 am
Bought an interesting item today - canned crickets! Wonder if there's a TMX recipe for that  :D.
Seriously though, we rescued a gecko from the cat and now we have another pet.....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 09:07:38 am
Lol. Yum crickets. 😝
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 25, 2012, 09:09:44 am
Quote from: deedub on January 25, 2012, 09:05:58 am
Bought an interesting item today - canned crickets! Wonder if there's a TMX recipe for that  :D.
Seriously though, we rescued a gecko from the cat and now we have another pet.....
:D :D :D :D :D You girls certainly have an interesting time shopping.First Dede with her new kitten and now  deebub with your canned crickets :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 09:54:40 am
Well here in Cairns we would be looking for recipes for geckos as they are a real pain in the butt. Try getting gecko sperm off your windows.

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 25, 2012, 10:23:35 am
Dede the kitten is so cute!  I want one (don't think our greyhound would approve though)

Quote from: Gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 09:54:40 am
Well here in Cairns we would be looking for recipes for geckos as they are a real pain in the butt. Try getting gecko sperm off your windows.

Gretch
  :o :o :o  God I hope that's a problem I never have to deal with!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 10:26:38 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 09:54:40 am
Well here in Cairns we would be looking for recipes for geckos as they are a real pain in the butt. Try getting gecko sperm off your windows.

Gretch

OMG what?? 😨 did you say sperm? Yuck
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2012, 10:27:05 am
Doesn't pure alcohol work Gretchen  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 10:49:15 am
You want me to use my Vodka!!!!!! I usually use a razor blade and turps.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2012, 11:33:18 am
I didn't think you'd use your alcohol Gretchen, glad you've found something that works though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 25, 2012, 11:35:30 am
Turps and a razorblade, you won't see males of any description........LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 25, 2012, 11:49:48 am
How does lizard swimmers get on your windows? Do they find their own reflection attractive ?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on January 25, 2012, 01:58:50 pm
I have bought a back pack for DS 3 which he loves ;D so cute he wanted to leave it on in the car seat!
I am dreaming of a benriner and a soda stream but have yet to buy them ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on January 25, 2012, 09:31:26 pm
I was going to get a Soda Stream until my parents told me to read this article. Appartantly it was on TV (can't remember what program).
http://www.australiansforpalestine.net/56910

Very interesting

DG  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 25, 2012, 10:51:04 pm
Quote from: DizzyGirl on January 25, 2012, 09:31:26 pm
I was going to get a Soda Stream until my parents told me to read this article. Appartantly it was on TV (can't remember what program).
http://www.australiansforpalestine.net/56910

Very interesting

DG  :-*


Mmm........why is there a link to donate money, if you liked the article written? 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on January 25, 2012, 11:18:22 pm
not quite sure Maddy, I just found the article interesting. I think it was on foreign correspondant as well.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 12:31:12 am
Quote from: dede on January 25, 2012, 10:26:38 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 25, 2012, 09:54:40 am
Well here in Cairns we would be looking for recipes for geckos as they are a real pain in the butt. Try getting gecko sperm off your windows.

Gretch

OMG what?? 😨 did you say sperm? Yuck

And then comes the eggs all over the patio and in the cracks no less. Little white splatts and very sticky. Nasty noisy little critters.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2012, 01:22:07 am
It's funny Gretchen but when I lived in Darwin in 1970/71, geckos were the only creature I could stand being in the house. I don't remember them making a noise but then that was a  l o n g  time ago for anyone's memory. What amazed me was the size of the cockroaches and white ants  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2012, 02:51:51 am
My DH hates crickets. He will chase and spray them at all hours of the night.

Gretchen those geckoes are out to get you. I must admit when we lived in Broome I loved them. But we didn't have windows as such as all the openings were just flywire with shutters. The geckoes could chase the moths.

The cockroaches are yuk. I kept all food in the fridge, crockery had to be washed again before use and cutlery was in a container. The electric kettle was put in the fridge etc. The house had been built in 1904 and the cockroaches had occupied it that long as well. We used to spend a fortune on surface spray. Even the legs of our bed were in tins of water so they couldn't run up the legs and get on me. All furniture etc was supplied to us. Lots of funny memories go with them as well.

We tried to get the termites to eat it by putting pieces of pine etc from the ground up to the floor of the house. (the house was up off the ground about a metre). It never worked. :'(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 03:05:40 am
Nothing much has changed in that respect cookie 1. I have 4 refrigerators to cope with EVERYTHING that has to be kept in the fridge. I should start putting the toilet paper there as well as I discovered the  cockroaches were eating it  in the bathroom cupboard.

Wanna talk about the maggots??????? Bloody  cockroaches won't eat them and neither will the geckos. I used to freak out but now it is just part of living in the tropics.

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 03:15:16 am
And....... The geckos ate the circuit board in an air conditioner,$800. Then they demolished the innards of our Bang & Olufsen  outside speaker, $3,000. Needless to say we no longer have a speaker outside and I misss it so much as we live outside. Bought the cheapest of TV's for outside  so we can watch the cricket from the pool to keep cool. Life ain't so bad I guess.

I do have to remember to check inside the TMX before I use it as I like to leave the lid on loosely . If you don't you are likely to be picking the cockroach legs out of your teeth after making a lemon sorbet.

The air is about 32 and the pool is 30. Better jump in to cool off!!!!!!!

Gertbypool
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 26, 2012, 03:55:39 am
Gee Tassie is pretty good, no problems with critters around here where I live. I complain about 1 or 2 little flys inside and the occasional ants. No big creepy crawlies to worry about as such. And never had to worry about sperm on my windows lol that is just crazy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on January 26, 2012, 04:20:54 am
No sperm on windows here either. We have the occasional field mouse inside and few flies but not much else. Only have to worry about snakes in summer but the dogs keep them away. I did have a lovely big brown at the back door nearly 2 years ago though.

Our biggest problem is rabbits. Rabbit holes everywhere but the dogs get them too.

Couldn't live in the tropics. Im too much a scaredy cat for that  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on January 26, 2012, 05:34:24 am
I've just caught up on this thread after being off if for a week or so and followed through on the free Kindle book web site - it's just about the best thing since I bought the Kindle itself!

As for creepy crawlies - earwigs are our big problem, how they get into half the places they get in to I simply don't know ... then there are the huntsmen spiders UGH.  I was driving in Melbourne the other day and one crawled past on my side window (fortunately for everyone in the vicinity it was on the outside).  It must have been in our car for about a week before it showed itself - had it been on the inside there would have been big trouble!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2012, 05:41:04 am
That is my greatest fear Marina - there would be an accident for sure.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 05:53:05 am
Wimps! I get a lot of field mice when the cane is cut down the road. Cheeky things are very brave and just sit there when you tell them to bugger off. Snakes, Oh yes lots but mainly harmless. Had one in the  bedroom once when I let the dog out and I was on the toilet.  Next time I got up in the dark I nearly stepped on it.  Dark green tree snake but  scary when it wiggled. Had to gently encourage it out the door. Now I never get out of bed without looking first.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on January 26, 2012, 06:08:35 am
My scariest snake story was told to me when we lived in Hong Kong.  Most of the ex-pats living over there have amahs and one of my colleagues told me that their amah was cleaning in the bedroom and opened the wardrobe door ... to find a cobra lying in wait - apparently she grabbed the fly spray, sprayed the snake and ran!  personally, I wouldn't have bothered with the fly spray at all, I would have simply ran.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2012, 06:17:00 am
Me too. I am truly terrified of snakes. I'll bash anything else, or perhaps remove it to a safer site.

Gretchen you can keep your cockroaches. I saw imaginary ones running round on the floor for about 3 years after we shifted south. I found a number 11 thong (DH's) was very good at dispatching them, except outside at night near the drains where the ground was alive with them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 06:20:26 am
I have had several encounters with snakes and have had to call the local sneaker catcher. I took myself off to the  local critter habitat to get some Info  and acquaint myself  with the locals. Feel a lot better knowing. DH not so much!!!

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 06:21:51 am
Not to mention the frogs under the toilet ledge.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2012, 06:25:07 am
Are they the green tree frogs? I love them. At first I used to get quite a fright when I sat on the toilet and they squealed then I learned to look first. When MIL came to visit we had to remove 2 tree frogs who lived in the bathroom.She refused to shower if they could see her. (our bathroom was on the back verandah and the laundry in the backyard and the toilet between the two.)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 26, 2012, 06:53:15 am
Yup lovely free tree frogs. So beautiful.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on January 26, 2012, 07:41:25 am
I would rather face a snake than a green tree frog. Cockroaches, spiders, flying insects - none of them worry me - show me a frog and all hell breaks loose.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2012, 09:43:18 am
I have a friend like that..............and her family keep giving her frog things to put around the house. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Twitterpated on January 26, 2012, 09:59:43 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 26, 2012, 09:43:18 am
I have a friend like that..............and her family keep giving her frog things to put around the house. :D

Hope mine don't start. My yard is full of frogs so I have a "I don't go outside after dark" rule. When the kids were small I never let on that I was afraid of them and as a result they love them. Helps when I find myself in a situation or if I need something from outside once dark has come.  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 27, 2012, 06:32:19 am
LOL

The local House is having a big sale so this morning I bought a coloured scanpan knife to try. We have really good knives but this one felt lovely in my hand.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 27, 2012, 06:52:39 am
I love those little scan pan knives. They are really sharp and easy to keep sharp. Cheap too.
Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: shan_k on January 27, 2012, 07:11:34 am
I bought about 5 different kinds of those coloured scan pan knives in the kitchenware direct sale! Haven't opened them as yet but they look nice  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 27, 2012, 07:15:51 am
Be careful. They are really sharp.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on January 27, 2012, 09:54:11 am
Quote from: meganjane on January 25, 2012, 02:13:24 am
Love the furniture and the kitten. I won't be buying anything for a while as I'm getting a new roof on the house in February. No more water running down the walls and into my pantry when we get hail or heavy rain!
Where do you find the regular emoticons when in tapatalk? Does anyone know?

Was going to ak the same thing mj... Loving tapatlk though but still finding my way
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 27, 2012, 09:59:43 am
I have 6 scanpan knives, all blunt. How do you keep them sharp?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 27, 2012, 10:17:53 am
I use a sharpening stone with a bit of water on it not oil. In between major sharpening I use a German made knife sharpener  or my steel. When I am fed up with doing all that I take all my knives to a professional sharpener. My good knives were expensive so I look after them and I really hate dull crap knives.

The scan pan colourfull  knives are not the best by any means but they serve a purpose and  are almost disposable. If you cannot slice a ripe tomato then sharpen your knives I say.   If you can have just one good utility knife then make it last.

I keep my German made knife sharpener on the bench top and always sharpen before I put my knives on their magnetic rack. Never put them in a drawer or dishwasher and never  let the kids use them.

Gert

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 27, 2012, 11:01:44 am
I'm with you Gertbysea, I have a great set of German knives although  two have gone missing and I was devastated, no one knew where they went ..... ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 27, 2012, 11:07:41 am
DH keeps our knives sharpened beautifully as he has a stone etc to do it. In between those m ajor sharpenings I just use a steel.
I have a beautiful jarrah knife block to keep mine in.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 27, 2012, 12:39:53 pm
My DH was a butcher and is really good at sharpening his own knives. But I could never seem to get him to sharpen mine when I needed him too so I went and brought some stay sharp knives for my self.
Always the way, like they say a mechanics car is always broken down.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on January 27, 2012, 02:19:53 pm
Frozzie, download an app called imoji and add it as a new keyboard in settings. It has some cute emoticons that you can use on the forum and in emails.😉

Scanpan knives are okay, but I can't go past my global knife.. Also those little Victorinox serrated knives that you find at the counter of a lot of kitchen shops are amazing!

The global knife sharpener is also excellent. 😍
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on January 27, 2012, 02:20:32 pm
Sorry, emoji, not imoji!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on January 27, 2012, 03:01:25 pm
Quote from: meganjane on January 27, 2012, 02:20:32 pm
Sorry, emoji, not imoji!

Ok thx 😃

I can see all the icons too dede even before i installed emoji 😊
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 29, 2012, 03:25:25 am
MeganJane, those little victorinox knifes are great I have 10 well did have I think there was 9 last count, I don't know who the knife appropriator, was thinking it was grandson with Aspberger's (loves fishing, but doesn't look after his gear according to his Mum), I have my Dad's big Victorinox carving knife but it is too heavy, I worked in a butcher shop for a few years in SA and bought a lovely boning knife which is a favorite.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on January 29, 2012, 06:57:45 pm
I was given the Scanpan knife sharpener for Xmas and it's excellent. I already had a ceramic one for my Global knife, but you have to put water in it, so the Scanpan one is just quicker and easier to use.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 29, 2012, 10:35:33 pm
MJ is the scanpan sharpener for all the multi colour knives.

I really need to buy some knives that stay sharp or sharpen well.

DH no good at sharpening & nor am I. Itook my mundial knives to gc to get sharpened, they lasted  about 1 month. Dont know what I am doing wrong. Yes they do go in the dishwasher but its no good to me if you cant put them in.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 29, 2012, 10:50:20 pm
Yikes! I have had some Mundial knives for  30 years and they are still going strong. I sharpen them regularly but have never put them in the dishwasher. When they get a few chips I have them professionally sharpened. The blades get a bit smaller but they are still great knives.

I also have some regular Scanpan knives which are not wonderful steel but they sharpen easily with Zwilling A J Henckels Solingen sharpener which I keep on the bench top at ALL times. REMOVE IT AT YOUR PERIL!

The cheap colored Scanpan knives stay sharp for quite a while but are more or less disposable if you do not have a sharpener.

My advice is to never put any cooks knives in the dishwasher.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on January 29, 2012, 10:50:34 pm
hally not sure why, but you really shouldn't but them in the dishwasher

update  ;D

 Here are the most common reasons

You might cut yourself.
The knife might cut the dishwasher’s plastic coating on the racks.
The hot temperature might harm the handle, especially if it’s wooden.
The dishwashing detergent might make a glob on the knife blade and cause it to pit.
The knife might knock against other stuff in the dishwasher and get nicked

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 29, 2012, 11:01:01 pm
Thank you guys :)

I have a miele dishwasher that has a horizontal rack for knives so no harming anyone.

If things dont go in the diswasher they are no good for us.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 29, 2012, 11:29:15 pm
I think  that rack is for regular knives and not precious steel blades. Mainly the reason for not putting them in the dishwasher is that the dishwasher detergent can be corrosive and it is also not good for wooden handles. Maybe the Furi knives would be ok but  I would not risk an expensive  knife.

I removed those racks from my dishwasher so I could fit my long stemmed wine glasses.  Priorities right!!!

My husband put my special boning knife  in the dishwasher about 40  years ago.  I asked  him tomrefurbish it  from handle to tip of blade. Cost him plenty. Probably could have bought a new one for what it cost him. Lesson learned . I still have both. And I still love both but one is not as sharp as the other these days.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 29, 2012, 11:46:45 pm
Ok ok you guys have got me. I will invest in a couple of new knives and I wont put them in the dishwasher.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on January 29, 2012, 11:50:01 pm
lol hally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on January 29, 2012, 11:53:59 pm
I only put our dinner knives in the dishwasher and all my good knives get hand washed. I am fussy with the dishwasher and like to wash all my plastics by hand too. The only things that go into the dishwasher are plates, mugs and cutlery. Evberything else get handwashed.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 29, 2012, 11:59:33 pm
I am an everything girl, LOL, everything in the dishwasher, everything in the freezer, the list goes on.....

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Very Happy Jan on January 30, 2012, 12:10:34 am
I'm a bit like you Hally. When I'm looking to buy something if it's not dishwasher safe I don't buy it. Knives, my good saucepans ( hardly ever used now  ;)) and good glasses are the exceptions as they never go into the dishwasher. I'm will be in the market for a new dishwasher soon as one of the drawers in my Fisher & Paykel has broken. I was quoted $600 to repair so have decided to manage with 1 drawer until that breaks then buy a new one. Not sure what to get :-\ :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 30, 2012, 12:11:54 am
All of my stuff goes in the dishwasher too.
works great.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 30, 2012, 12:13:03 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on January 29, 2012, 11:53:59 pm
I only put our dinner knives in the dishwasher and all my good knives get hand washed. I am fussy with the dishwasher and like to wash all my plastics by hand too. The only things that go into the dishwasher are plates, mugs and cutlery. Everything" else get handwashed.


Hand wash plastics!!!!!  Life is too short. But I  have to say I hate that they never dry in the dishwasher. Life is also too short to hang out washing. Now there is a can of worms about to be opened.

Quote from: Hally on January 29, 2012, 11:46:45 pm
Ok ok you guys have got me. I will invest in a couple of new knives and I wont put them in the dishwasher.


You won't be disappointed Hally. I think they will stay sharper and last longer.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 30, 2012, 12:20:22 am
Quote from: Very Happy Jan on January 30, 2012, 12:10:34 am
so have decided to manage with 1 drawer until that breaks then buy a new one. Not sure what to get :-\ :-\

I have a F&P, but have heard all good things about Miele - thats what I will buy next time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 30, 2012, 12:55:40 am
Love 3g, at the shops looking at knives.

Any brands anyone can recommend?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 30, 2012, 01:02:02 am
Just make sure the blades don't  bend and take some advice from the seller. Buy the best you can afford and enjoy the shopping.

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 30, 2012, 01:14:59 am
Thanks, had a quick look & now ds having haircut, so will go back after that.

I went to a knife shop, they seemed very knowledgable, but its the same shop that sharpened my other knive!!!

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Moo2 on January 30, 2012, 02:10:06 am
I have a Miele after my F&P one broke down. Really love how quiet it is as our kitchen is combined with our family room. Highly recommend it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 30, 2012, 02:18:26 am
We cant hear our miele, we often ask each other has it finished?!?!?

Bought a victornox medium size knife for $50, cut up an apple with ease, bliss! LOL

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 30, 2012, 02:21:37 am
Quote from: Hally on January 30, 2012, 01:14:59 am
Thanks, had a quick look & now ds having haircut, so will go back after that.

I went to a knife shop, they seemed very knowledgable, but its the same shop that sharpened my other knive!!!

H :)

MMMMMMM  maybe not the place to shop then.  Why not go to a Chefs type outlet and  next time you need sharpening go to your  local butcher they would have very good advice on sharpening. They usually  have professionals come around. 

Good luck and don't be in a hurry.

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 30, 2012, 02:29:06 am
My friend asked me what i wanted for y birthday, i told her a sharp knife, lol, to stab dh in the back of course, lol

H :)

Just used my new knife to cut up watermelon, it just sliced through!!! Sharp knives are great ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 30, 2012, 04:25:03 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 29, 2012, 11:29:15 pm
I think  that rack is for regular knives and not precious steel blades. Mainly the reason for not putting them in the dishwasher is that the dishwasher detergent can be corrosive and it is also not good for wooden handles. Maybe the Furi knives would be ok but  I would not risk an expensive  knife.

I removed those racks from my dishwasher so I could fit my long stemmed wine glasses.  Priorities right!!!

My husband put my special boning knife  in the dishwasher about 40  years ago.  I asked  him tomrefurbish it  from handle to tip of blade. Cost him plenty. Probably could have bought a new one for what it cost him. Lesson learned . I still have both. And I still love both but one is not as sharp as the other these days.

Gert

You have me thinking here Gretchen,which is not the sharpest now adays? Definitely the knife.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on January 30, 2012, 04:33:39 am
I would go for Miele every time. They try to help you over the phone rather than push a service man to come to your house. Have saved a lot of $$$ this way.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 30, 2012, 04:34:59 am
The knife is 40 years old. The  DH 82. Waddya think ? LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 30, 2012, 05:37:07 am
ROFL but I'll still go for the 82 year old. :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 30, 2012, 06:08:37 am
Where to will I post him cookie? LOL!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on January 30, 2012, 06:31:55 am
 :D :D :D 
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(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/045217a5.jpg?t=1328317614)

Pure Living UV-C Purifying Cutting Board System from TVSN (https://www.itvsn.com.au/include/oecgi2.php/product?product=045217&site_id=ITVSN&)
I freaked when I discovered mould growing on 2 chopping boards, that are housed in a stand  :o
I use my bamboo block for veg and fruit, but the hard plastic boards for meats and chicken.....hopefully this thing will work to stop that happening again.
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Post by: judydawn on February 04, 2012, 04:22:55 am
I have 4 plastic chopping boards in an enclosed stand maddy but I make sure they are completely dry before putting them back in.  So far, no problems.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 04, 2012, 04:47:11 am
Tried them but do not like them. Slippery  little buggers and my knives are so sharp they took bits out of them which I found in my food.

My DH made me a Mahogany chopping board many years ago.  It is almost too heavy to lift  but when it gets a bit worn he just sands it back to pristine. I clean it with raw lemon and put it in the sun.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on February 04, 2012, 09:00:37 am
Im not a plastic fan either, glass ones are just ridiculous but a good hardwood one i love..
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Post by: dede on February 04, 2012, 09:36:22 am
Guess what I got today...................a fan forced oven (yay), now with my convection microwave and my fan forced oven there is no stopping me now. My big cooking day tomorrow is going to be finished in no time as I can use both ovens at the same time.

Ok it's not brand new but didn't cost me anything (actually I came out $50 in front as I already sold my stove before this one was installed (even the insulation cost me nothing as I know a sparky)

Very happy (as you may already have guessed) 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
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Post by: judydawn on February 04, 2012, 10:30:17 am
There will be no stopping you now Mandi, good on ya  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 04, 2012, 10:37:00 am
Dede good on you.  I love that it is pre loved. Makes it special like you.

Gert
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Post by: dede on February 04, 2012, 11:25:28 am
Oh thanks Gert. I do love new stuff but it's not always affordable with a big family and I am happy to buy second hand if I know it's still really good and saves me lots of $$$ so I can spend on more important things.
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Post by: meganjane on February 04, 2012, 02:02:02 pm
Mandi, doesn't matter if it's new or not, but whether you're happy with it!

I bought a new shoulder bag today. I've been avoiding buying a big bag for a long time.. I use a little bag that's basically a purse with a handle. Had to get the big bag so i can fit my my iPad in!😁

Next purchase is an adapter for the iPad that has slots for a camera card, USB port and a few other slots.. Going to get it from amazon.
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Post by: dede on February 04, 2012, 07:05:48 pm
Well Megan today will tell if I'm happy or not with the oven as I will be giving it a good test run cooking for the family.
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Post by: andiesenji on February 04, 2012, 08:24:52 pm
In the "what won't they think of next?" category has appeared this recently introduced (and quite expensive) -

Ready Robot Gluten-Free Breadmaker (http://www.amazon.com/Bready-Baking-System-Gluten-Machine/dp/B004TBBT1A)

It isn't easy to get information about the Gluten-Free mixes developed for this machine.
Bready sampler. (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004TBNHDI?tag=apliances-20)
and they aren't sold or shipped directly from Amazon so there might be a problem if something needed to be returned. 

I don't have to worry about gluten and in my opinion there are enough sites with excellent advice about baking gluten-free breads and etc., that this machine seems to me to be rather a waste of money.

With only one review so far, it is too early to know how the machine will be received by a wider range of customers.
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Post by: andiesenji on February 04, 2012, 08:33:57 pm
So, after writing the previous post I thought I ought to confess that I have purchased yet another bread machine - very inexpensive, refurbished model of a type that I had not noticed prior to a few days ago.
Never heard of this brand in appliances. (http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Cooks-Essentials-2.5-Pound-Breadmaker-with-2-Loaf-Pans/6448223/product.html?TRACK=emailcusts&CID=210209&fp=f)

I am intrigued with the two small loaf pans - obviously vertical pans instead of the now more common horizontal ones.

I just want to experiment with it to see if two different types of dough will both bake correctly in the side-by-side pans. 

The other consideration is that with a 2.5 pound capacity, half a pound more than any of my other breadmakers, I might be able to use it for my favorite panettone recipe, which (from sad experience) will hit the top and lift the lid on the 2-pound machines.

Besides, it looks cool - I have a portable stereo CD player that looks almost identical except for the swing-away handle and it's even about the same size.  How cute is that!!

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Post by: dede on February 04, 2012, 10:33:59 pm
Sounds interesting. Photo please. Can't say I have seen those before.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2012, 03:21:22 am
Good on you Andie.

My shopping has been Alyce's book, (thanks Kathryn)Tenina's book, The Beechworth Bakery book and a few fiction books. I had great fun spending my Christmas vouchers at Dymocks.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 05, 2012, 03:51:54 am
Just click on andji's link deed.  :D

Gert
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Post by: Halex on February 06, 2012, 06:38:20 am
Popped into garden city shops with birthday vouchers & money in wallet.  Mmmm spent heaps
Yes saw Teninas book at Dymocks and of course I bought it, thank you SIL, LOL
Bought 20  ice/herb containers on a stainless steele stand $99, ouch great though. Do t know if I woud have spent my money but am sick of ice cream containers & brown paper bags.

A few unkitchen bits  & bobs & home I came.

H :)

Happy happy happy
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Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2012, 06:44:03 am
Hally I always think birthday money and vouchers are for buying things that you don't really need. Just to spoil yourself.
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Post by: Halex on February 06, 2012, 06:45:55 am
Thanks cookie, makes me feel better ;D

H :)
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Post by: hools003 on February 07, 2012, 05:39:47 am
I've had a bit of a spend up today! I bought a whoopie pie tin( finally), a nice big cooling rack, dulse flakes, maca powder, and a top to wear! Sons birthday next week, so got some pressies for him.
Picked up Februarys super food ideas
Yesterday I picked up my for foods sake from Tenina!
Tomorrow will be spent cooking me thinks!!!
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Post by: dede on February 07, 2012, 08:34:29 am
Sounds like you got lots of goodies today. I love getting new things, especially to do with cooking.
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Post by: hools003 on February 07, 2012, 11:16:53 am
Dede I know what u mean. I was in the kitchen store and the shop assistant asked if she could help me and I was like, no I didn't want anything in particular just like to browse. Never know what you'll come home with. Tempted to by some dariole molds too! Next time!
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Post by: KarenH on February 08, 2012, 08:54:28 am
After just over 2 years of having new kitchen appliances on hold while our kitchen was being built, I finally went into David Jones today and paid off and arranged delivery of our new Miele oven, rangehood, induction cooktop, steam oven, and coffee maker!  Didnt that make a dent in the bank balance!!   Only a few more weeks and I will have a kitchen again!
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Post by: faffa_70 on February 08, 2012, 08:55:15 am
OMG Karen you will be in kitchen HEAVEN  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 08, 2012, 08:56:46 am
Karen that sounds wonderful. I'll bet you are excited.
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Post by: KarenH on February 08, 2012, 08:59:11 am
The really funny thing is, I have spent most of the afternoon daydreaming about the new kitchen and planning where to put the thermomix - and not thinking much about the other appliances! 
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Post by: Halex on February 08, 2012, 09:00:21 am
KarenH I have a few mieles, love them. What oven did you buy?

You are so going to love them.....

H :)
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Post by: dede on February 08, 2012, 09:12:55 am
Oh wow Karen, after waiting so long the end is near. Will there be enough room for a bed in the new kitchen? Cause I am sure once it's done you won't want to leave it ever lol. Hope it all happens quickly for you now.
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 09:15:18 am
You are one very patient lady Karen - when this kitchen is finished it will be totally unbelievable won't it  ;D  Enjoy it, you both deserve it.  :-*

That's not such a funny suggestion Mandi.  When I had my first ever new kitchen in a different house to where we are now, now on number 2, every evening after tea we would sit and just look at it until one night DH asked if we were going to spend the rest of our lives looking at our kitchen  :D :D
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Post by: dede on February 08, 2012, 09:28:44 am
Lol Judy. It's amazing the satisfaction we feel when there is something new in our lives that we really enjoy and just want to keep looking at it because it makes us feel good.
I guess it's like having a new baby, you just don't want to take your eyes off them.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 08, 2012, 09:49:11 am
Enjoy cooking in your new kitchen Karen.You have been so patient waiting for it to be finished,I know I wouldn't have been :D :D
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Post by: maddy on February 08, 2012, 10:23:03 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 09:15:18 am
.  When I had my first ever new kitchen in a different house to where we are now, now on number 2, every evening after tea we would sit and just look at it until one night DH asked if we were going to spend the rest of our lives looking at our kitchen  :D :D

LOL.....would have done the same Judy  :P

You are so very patient Karen....but boy it will be worth the wait!......make sure you show us some pics.....so I at least can look on with pure envy....*sighs*.....whilst cursing her own stupid 1950's designed kitchen   :P
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 10:35:59 pm
Oh no maddy, you're not tiring of it are you - poor DH if you are wanting to change it ;)
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Post by: maddy on February 08, 2012, 10:43:47 pm
Lol....not yet, but I'm fed up with the old cupboards, narrow benches, no proper pantry, doll house sized sink.....and on & on I could go  :P
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Post by: maddy on February 08, 2012, 10:54:42 pm
Teninas book influenced this buy

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cd9b3fd1.jpg)
I'm very curious!

Also picked up from Aldi the WW chocolate & sweet book.....really great stuff for $6.99 each

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0e8832b1.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f27ea179.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 10:55:56 pm
Can you have a new kitchen designed to fit the space but still keep all the old appliances that you love so much.  

Where did you find the crio bru?
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Post by: maddy on February 08, 2012, 11:07:53 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 10:55:56 pm
Can you have a new kitchen designed to fit the space but still keep all the old appliances that you love so much.  

I may replace the benches soon, but not worth redesigning because of the lay out.
We have got my dream kitchen drawn up in our extension plans, but unfortunately hubby has upgraded 2 new tractors and god knows how many pieces of equipment, so that has put a big halt to the renovations  :'(
My new kitchen, bedroom, ensuite etc.....is now on 4 very big wheels  :P

Quote from: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 10:55:56 pm
Where did you find the crio bru?

Was linked to Teninas site www.criobru.com.au
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Post by: knittercook on February 08, 2012, 11:23:28 pm
I bought a cream whipper, the teens are having a lot of fun with it, LOL!  It is very handy for adding cream to our frappes and iced drinks etc.  I also purchased some whoopie pie tins as I am seeing these featuring a lot in Shazza's kitchen this year  ;D

I would love to renovate my kitchen, even though it is only 20 years old which isn't that old but I would love a bit more space BUT that isn't going to happen so might just replace the existing bench tops as that would give it an instant makeover as the old laminex is looking a little tired.

Sharon
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2012, 11:42:26 pm
Just went to that website maddy and read up on it - a little slow seeing as this product has been talked about for a while now but I always resist buying what I call 'yuppy' products.  It sounds impressive with the testimonials, has anyone on here found any benefit from it - I would trust your thoughts more than testimonials from strangers. I have thrown out all my plungers & coffee machines I've been given and wanted over the years as we now just prefer instant coffee and only have 1-2 cups  a day so if I was to buy this crio bru, it would mean at least a plunger having to be bought wouldn't it? 
I read this about making it in the TMX, could you just pour it through a coffee machine filter bag or does it really need to be pressed?

Brü in the thermomix machine:
1.Place 50g into bowl with 8-900g water and cook for 10 min/90°C/speed 2.

2.Whiz for 10 sec/speed 5.

3.Press with coffee plunger or French Press

4.Serve and enjoy! Just as with coffee, adjust to personal taste with creamer and/or sweetener.
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Post by: hools003 on February 09, 2012, 12:52:28 am
Judy, I just put it in thermie, then pour it into a sieve and into a jug! Teninas new book has a few recipes using crio bru. I'm going to make the energy bars today if I get the time.  Mind u it does have 2 tbsp maca powder in it so might cut that down to 1 tbsp as I think for me that might be a bit much ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2012, 05:02:29 am
I have some Judy but keep forgetting to make it up. I've had a few lots. I must make up the concentrate without any sugar and use that. Bedlam and jeninwa have been using it.
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Post by: Frozzie on February 09, 2012, 06:28:07 am
I have found the concentrate is better than. Straight brew but way too sweet so like cookie will make it alot less sweet next time or even unsweetened...the only benefit i have noticed is feling full alot but im not getting the energy everyone is talking about
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Post by: judydawn on February 09, 2012, 11:35:50 am
OK, so that's not true then?  I just wondered if it would give DH some energy but guess that is expecting too much.
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Post by: courton on February 09, 2012, 11:41:14 am
What is the calorie level like...same as cocoa?
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Post by: Wonder on February 09, 2012, 11:52:16 am
Sharon, does the creme wipper make cream similar to the one you can buy in a can at the supermarket? My kids would kill for that cream buts its a once a year treat as i alsways think it must be so bad for them and its so expensive?
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Post by: Tasty on February 09, 2012, 12:27:13 pm
I've bought the crio bru. The first lot I used to make smoothies on tenina's site as I didn't have a french press or coffee maker. It had an unusual taste really but had it anyway.

I bought another lot with a travel french press but I honestly don't see any benefits so not sure that I will buy it again. Maybe if I drank it on a daily basis but once off, no extra energy etc.
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Post by: judydawn on February 09, 2012, 12:41:42 pm
Thanks Tasty, I might give it a miss too I think.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 09, 2012, 01:05:35 pm
I'm a tea drinker and began to feel a little bored as it doesn't really excite the palate. I quite like to mix the equation around now with a cup of crio bru, a cup of flavoured green tea, normal green tea, and water. Am loving all the different tastes.
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2012, 09:10:10 pm
I'm pretty sure that I read somewhere that Tenina said you can just use coffee in place of it in her recipes which is what I intend to do.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on February 09, 2012, 10:36:42 pm
At this stage I will be doing the same JulieO.  My palate wouldn't know the difference anyway I'm sure  ;)
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Post by: keiramax on February 10, 2012, 04:09:21 am
Just spent up at Hindustan Imports in Dandenong.  Picked up a range of spices.  The car smelt like a curry all the way home.  My little daughter grabbed the bag of cocoa powder and just kept smelling it - very funny.  She wasn't happy about giving it up to get into her car seat.
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Post by: obbie on February 10, 2012, 06:45:16 am
 :) Massage oils today.

Robyn
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Post by: Frozzie on February 11, 2012, 07:17:20 am
I found that without all the sugar it tastes quite watery and wasnt getting any strong flavours through.. It is nice in the syrup as a concentrate but im going to try less sugar as not loving the equal amounts of crio to sugar and find you need to use a whole lot of it to get any flavour...havent tried it in cooking yet though

Im honestly thinking that some of the so called benefits are the famous placebo affect...
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Post by: dede on February 12, 2012, 05:30:22 am
OMG my dishwasher just died. What am I going to do now? It's been 6 years since I have had to wash everything by hand. Washing up for 7 people is not going to be fun. I can see a roster system will have to be made. Boo hoo I miss my dishwasher already.
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Post by: Meagan on February 12, 2012, 07:45:11 am
Quote from: dede on February 12, 2012, 05:30:22 am
OMG my dishwasher just died. What am I going to do now? It's been 6 years since I have had to wash everything by hand. Washing up for 7 people is not going to be fun. I can see a roster system will have to be made. Boo hoo I miss my dishwasher already.
Check your local free cycle Dede you might get lucky ;)
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Post by: obbie on February 12, 2012, 07:59:55 am
 :) Run out and buy one now.

7 people and no dishwasher is scary.

Robyn
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Post by: dede on February 12, 2012, 08:39:39 am
Lol Robyn it is very scary. I'm sick of washing up already and it's only been a couple of hour.

And I will be checking out what's available second hand, but I think it may just have to wait with all the cost of getting the kids back to school there isn't much spare money at the moment. Oh well at least I can still use the TM 😄
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Post by: Halex on February 12, 2012, 08:40:21 am
Dede,

No no no, roster now!!
New dishwasher on credit tomorrow, 7 people you need a dishwasher its a necesity.

H :)
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Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2012, 09:26:50 am
Lol Hally  :D :D
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Post by: dede on February 12, 2012, 09:30:55 am
Quote from: Hally on February 12, 2012, 08:40:21 am
Dede,

No no no, roster now!!
New dishwasher on credit tomorrow, 7 people you need a dishwasher its a necesity.

H :)

I love it Hally. Made me laugh.

Gee how did they cope years ago with much bigger families than mine. But I guess they didn't have a TM which makes us cook heaps more and have more washing up to do lol.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 12, 2012, 09:33:31 am
Now that is really bad news. Are you sure it is dead and ot just having a tantrum? 

Give yourself 24 hours to assess the situation.

Bummer big time.

Gert
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Post by: dede on February 12, 2012, 09:40:28 am
I have a feeling the water pump (if they have one) has burnt out because I smelt that horrible burning electrical smell. I even turned the power point off with a wooden spoon just in case. I then turned it back on and nothing, dead as a door nail. 😥😞
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Post by: judydawn on February 12, 2012, 09:49:29 am
When I couldn't use mine a while back whilst waiting for the repairman, I thought I would hate having to wash up by hand but when I thought about it, it wasn't as important as the washing machine, fridge, computer or TMX going on me.  Having said that, I don't have a family of 7 either.  Enlist their help Mandi - it won't hurt them to learn how to wash dishes by hand, they may need to know how to do it one day for themselves  ;)  You will survive until the money becomes available, there will be lots of complaints but you will survive.
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Post by: dede on February 12, 2012, 09:53:25 am
Yes Judy I agree, sometimes I think it's good for the kids to learn that they need to do their bit to help out.
I couldn't cope without my washing machine, don't think I would like using a wash board and soap.
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Post by: fundj&e on February 12, 2012, 10:01:49 am
could not image life now without a washing machine


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Post by: faffa_70 on February 12, 2012, 06:53:03 pm
Dede I DIE when our dishwasher dies, our last one was hopeless and I DON'T do dishes!!! Needless to say, every time it went on the blink all the kids had to help with the "Dishwasher Appreciation Duties" though it was more me who whinged quietly about all the dishes and how long it took to clean up at night time lol
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Post by: Frozzie on February 12, 2012, 08:41:42 pm
Oh no dede...scary but like jd says you will survive as annoying as that is!

Due to snow and illness we havebt had our cleaning lady or ironing lady (yes i know its not the same) but when your used to something you miss it when its gone or unavailable... You just need to get back into a pre whatever routine... Do feel for you with such a large family.. Our dishwasher died twice (came with the house) and dh repaired it by ordering parts online.. Good luck with whatever you decide to do
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2012, 12:13:09 am
Dede look upon the dishwashing time as time to chat. That's what we do.
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Post by: obbie on February 13, 2012, 12:46:45 am
Dede, can you claim it on insurance as a motor burn out.

worth a try. Our customers claim pumps on insurance all the time.
sometimes with fluctuations in power, motors burn out.

Robyn

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Post by: dede on February 13, 2012, 09:46:37 am
I could try I guess Robyn. Never thought of that. I will give them a ring tomorrow and see what they say. Thanks for that. Sometimes I forget that we have insurance. I guess it all depends on what they will cover. Will keep you posted.
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Post by: dede on February 14, 2012, 02:50:08 am
I rang the insurance company today and they said if its a burnt out motor or pump etc then yes it is covered. So now I need a report and quote done on the dishwasher. Fingers crossed insurance will cover the cost. Yay. Thanks Robyn.
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Post by: courton on February 14, 2012, 03:44:15 am
The power of the Forum!
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Post by: gertbysea on February 14, 2012, 04:04:34 am
I think you will not have a problem. The only hiccup will be if your excess is high. Good luck.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on February 14, 2012, 06:17:08 am
Yay dede and robyn ... Dede hope its covered and you grt your dishwasher fixed under insurance...and yep got to love the power of the forum!!
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Post by: dede on February 14, 2012, 06:24:51 am
My excess is only $100 and I'm guessing the repairs will cost more than that. So fingers crossed now that insurance covers the repairs.

And I love this forum cause it's not all about TMs and food, there is help everywhere for all sorts of different topics.

Thanks again Robyn, I really didn't even think about insurance till you mentioned it.
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Post by: Halex on February 14, 2012, 06:26:25 am
Great news Dede, now shove them all in a drawer & you can wash them later ;D

H :)
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Post by: dede on February 14, 2012, 06:31:44 am
Lol Hally I would run out of cutlery and crockery after 2 days and may have an invasion of ants inside so better keep up with the cleaning duties for the time being.
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Post by: obbie on February 14, 2012, 06:43:56 am
 ;D  No worries Dede.

I deal with pumps, insurance, doing quotes every day.

Talking to electricians, getting reports done for insurance is a daily thing for me.
Usually if it costs more than 50% of the new cost to repair, you get a new product replaced.

Fingers crossed for you.

Robyn
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Post by: mcmich on February 15, 2012, 04:03:56 am
I hope you are able to get a new dishwasher. It's lovely getting new appliances.
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Post by: djinni373 on February 16, 2012, 12:23:54 am
Another cookbook :-)) :-)) :-))
The Women's Weekly cook it  freeze it book looked too good to resist in the supermarket this morning.
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Post by: keiramax on February 16, 2012, 12:44:23 am
The WW cookbook sounds interesting, always on the hunt for ready meals for the freezer.  Will have to have a look for it.
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Post by: goldfish on February 16, 2012, 02:12:28 am
Have just ordered it . . .on Fishpond  for $10.37   and free shipping . . . thanks !! just so needed another cook book . . :-)) :-))  Will have to install a filter on this thread!!!!! :D

http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Cook-it-Freeze-it-Australian-Womens-Weekly/9781863969932
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Post by: Frozzie on February 16, 2012, 06:12:09 am
Hahaha goldfish now whatever do you mean!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on February 16, 2012, 06:57:55 am
I did have a look at fishpond and then got carried away looking at all the other cookbooks.  Could have spent up big, but have to show some restraint at the moment.  Still paying off the TM
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 16, 2012, 09:05:24 am
I ordered over $60 worth of books from that site, I couldn't help myself as I love WW cookbooks.  However, when I got to the paypal section there was no value in the box so I changed my mind and forgot about it.  I won't go back and look or try again, it wasn't meant to be (and I didn't really need them either)  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 16, 2012, 09:14:22 am
I won't use Paypal ever Judy since they removed nearly $800 from my bank account through  fraud. Still getting harassed from the b's.

Nah you didn't need it.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 16, 2012, 09:16:18 am
I thought they were completely trustworthy Gretchen - that must have been a bad experience for you and to think they are still harassing you  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 16, 2012, 09:34:30 am
It was and still is. I have/had a Paypal account but never used it even once and all of a sudden they stole money from my bank account. Thank  goodness I just happened to check my account that day and ANZ refunded it immediately but Paypal went crazy trying to get the money from me and never  never was told t me what I had purchased using Paypal. I told them about if they did not stop with the threats I would put all the crapola into the hands of my solicitor. So far so good. Out and out fraud. It got  quite nasty.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 16, 2012, 09:42:13 am
Gert . . . sounds a little like your account was hacked . . .definitely something very fishy here . . . .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 16, 2012, 09:44:37 am
Wow that's crazy Gert. I once had 2 lots of money taken out of my Paypal account from some overseas place. I contacted Paypal and they got onto it straight away and refunded the money. No problems here with dealing with them, but I have heard of things happening like what happened to you.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 16, 2012, 10:00:24 am
I have  to say the bank was great and recognised it immediately as  fraud, Paypal not so much. They have no  central dispute  resolution place and I had emails from several departments. There was no coordination between them. It has been a nightmare. I was not worried too much as the money had been returned to my account and the bank put a flag up. I was just royally  p'ed  off at PayPal.  I have heard other horrendous stories since. Won't ever touch it again.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on February 16, 2012, 10:10:11 am
We use PayPal alot for many purchases and have never had a problem. Gretchen you are the first person I've heard say they have had trouble with PayPal.  I will make sure to keep an eye on my account from now on.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on February 16, 2012, 10:11:40 am
I just bought a new Flan pan so I can try a variation of the Swedish ice cream cheese cake.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: nazar on February 16, 2012, 12:28:35 pm
l use paypal all the time and l thought it was a safe way to pay
l will watch more carefully my account details
thanks for  telling us that
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 16, 2012, 12:35:32 pm
Just watch your bank account. ANZ told me I was lucky to have caught it before they put in their consolidated payment to Paypal. If I had  not found it immediately they would not have been able to refund it until after  it had  been investigated.

Scary!!!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 16, 2012, 01:14:52 pm
It comes down to your bank because your bank and credit card details can be hacked from many places.. Doesnt mean you should never use them just be careful about secure sites and always watch your accounts (kind of a given really)  We use paypal a lot and have never had. A Problem nd in any case they always send you an email to confirm purchases made using your account.. We had a very large charge on our credit card last year from turkey ( not paypal) think it was and the bank blocked it straight away after a quick phonecall to see i we or one of us was over that way but had luckily flagged it as strange and unusual ...you cant blame someone like paypal because it can happen everywhere.. The fraud dept of your bank is your best friend in these circumstances.. Its also not o ly online purchases as they can get your numbers from an atm also.. Its very common..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on February 16, 2012, 06:19:12 pm
I have a separate bank account for my PayPal transactions, along with a single credit card for the "back-up" funding with a $200.00 limit - at my request, although the bank keeps trying to increase my limit and every time they send me a notice I contact them and reduce it back to the limit I want.

Several years ago I had an attempt at a fraudulent transaction go through PayPal - I had made a legitimate purchase but an employee of the vendor changed the transaction amount but it was caught by my bank and I immediately contacted PayPal - when I buy something I always take a screen shot of the "invoice" so I have the original documentation.  I emailed this to PayPal and they stopped the transaction and notified the vendor.  Apparently this employee had done this several times before, and was embezzling from his employer and using these transactions to cover the losses. 
Fortunately at the time I had already put limits on my bank transactions without my secure authorization so when they got a debit for 3045.00 instead of 345.00 they phoned and inquired, since I didn't have that much in my account.  I thought it was simply a mistake and refused it and only after I got an inquiry from PayPal and the vendor did I realize it was an attempt at fraud. 
The case was even turned over to the FBI and an agent called on me for an interview and my signature on the complaint.  I have no idea what happened from there on but it was a wake-up call for me. 

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 16, 2012, 08:43:51 pm
Very good advice andiesenji. Sadly,theses stories are all too common.  Screen shots are a good idea for a lot of things and it is really easy with the iPad.

Gretch
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2012, 05:08:02 am
We're a bit like Andie. We have a separate credit card for use on the internet. $1000 limit. Mainly so DG can get $1000 worth of parts for the old cars from USA.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 17, 2012, 05:19:25 am
We used to own a 50 year old timber boat so I know what you are saying cookie1.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 17, 2012, 10:29:19 am
Ooh, did I have a good shopping day today! I started off at the supermarket, and my groceries only came to $65. I really don't know how that happened because my trolley was full. I then bought 3 bras, some knickers and a sheet set ( I went to change the sheets this morning and discovered that the sheets had worn through - there was a big hole!).
I then went to The General Trader who were having a sale.  I bought a couple of Christmas biscuit cutters for 50c each ( I have a large collection of biscuit cutters),  couple of hot pink silicone spatulas, and a Christmas star cookie tree for $2.50. It's got a central pole to build the tower around. Such a great idea as I entered a tower in the Royal Show last year and it collapsed on the way to the show - I drove over a speed hump and heard a crash in the back of the car. Oops!
I actually went to the shop to look at the New Wave 5 in 1Mulitcooker, as my pressure cooker needed replacing.  I looked at it, but realised that it was 2 litres smaller than my existing one. I make lots of soups in winter, and it's really hard to downsize when you are used to a large pot. They had 30% off the 8.5 L Scanpan pressure cooker, so I bought it. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 17, 2012, 10:42:52 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on February 17, 2012, 10:29:19 am
Ooh, did I have a good shopping day today! I started off at the supermarket, and my groceries only came to $65. I really don't know how that happened because my trolley was full. I then bought 3 bras, some knickers and a sheet set ( I went to change the sheets this morning and discovered that the sheets had worn through - there was a big hole!).
I then went to The General Trader who were having a sale.  I bought a couple of Christmas biscuit cutters for 50c each ( I have a large collection of biscuit cutters),  couple of hot pink silicone spatulas, and a Christmas star cookie tree for $2.50. It's got a central pole to build the tower around. Such a great idea as I entered a tower in the Royal Show last year and it collapsed on the way to the show - I drove over a speed hump and heard a crash in the back of the car. Oops!
I actually went to the shop to look at the New Wave 5 in 1Mulitcooker, as my pressure cooker needed replacing.  I looked at it, but realised that it was 2 litres smaller than my existing one. I make lots of soups in winter, and it's really hard to downsize when you are used to a large pot. They had 30% off the 8.5 L Scanpan pressure cooker, so I bought it. ;D
That certainly was a great shop ES.You sound very excited on the purchase of your new pressure cooker ;) I had one years ago but buckled the bottom and never replaced it. :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 17, 2012, 11:18:30 am
I M excited about the pressured cooker. I have been using my mother's old 1975vintage pressure cooker, but the lid has become difficult to remove. This would have to be my second favourite appliance ( no prizes for guessing my favourite!). It makes really cheap cuts of meat tender and delicious, and is really quick. I make lots of soups, curries and stews in winter. Life is really busy, and anything that helps make tasty, nutritious meals quickly should be embraced wholeheartedly!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 17, 2012, 11:26:51 am
OMG 1975 is VINTAGE? BWAAAAAAAAAAAA? What am I? I weep. ;D ;D ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bonsai on February 17, 2012, 12:23:15 pm
Priceless ! Beyond value 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on February 17, 2012, 12:37:08 pm
Gretchen I consider my self to be vintage, just like Hermitage Grange 1961.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 17, 2012, 01:23:03 pm
Haha gretch embrace it 😃😃😃
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 18, 2012, 03:17:06 am
 :) Gretchen,
Vintage is older but  a wiser model.


I am vintage, especially when the kids remind me i am older than the other Mums.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 18, 2012, 08:39:31 am
1975 vintage, oops something wrong with me then. But on second thoughts our old cars are 1930 models and everyone loves them so perhaps we aren't so bad Gretchen. :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 18, 2012, 08:52:47 am
I would say we are cheaper to maintain!  :-))

Gretchen
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 18, 2012, 10:41:58 pm
 :) I bought another ute last week.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2012, 06:21:37 am
We are definitely cheaper to maintain Gretchen.

Robyn, how exciting. What sort and what colour? Photo???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on February 21, 2012, 07:54:51 am
I bought a circulon muffin pan today, absolutely non stick (quite expensive) and when I got it home
the reverse side of the sticky cardboard said not to use spray oil as it ruins the non stick surface
(which is what I purchased it for). Have any of you had this brand and do you need to grease it?
I know I could brush on oil or melted butter although thought this would make life easier.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 21, 2012, 10:15:28 am
I bought a circulon baking tray in December. I use it to cook my bread rolls on, and I haven't had to use any greasing agent on it yet, and so far, nothing has stuck. It's fabulous so far. I know that this is unusual for non stick!
However, muffins tend to be stickier. I think that it's the aerosol in the sprays that cause the problems with non stick surfaces.  I would go back to the old fashioned method of a pastry brush and melted butter, or the cake release that has been posted on this forum. Good luck!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on February 21, 2012, 06:12:43 pm
Thanks E.S. looks like it's melted butter and a brush.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 21, 2012, 10:16:04 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on February 21, 2012, 10:15:28 am
However, muffins tend to be stickier. I think that it's the aerosol in the sprays that cause the problems with non stick surfaces.  I would go back to the old fashioned method of a pastry brush and melted butter, or the cake release that has been posted on this forum. Good luck!

Unfortunately the sprays are a no-no for non stick bakeware, as well as non stick pans.....I have ruined a few before I realised this  :(
Butter, or try fundj's cake release recipe.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 21, 2012, 10:29:21 pm
Well finally the problem with my dishwasher has been found, a burnt out wash motor and a $380 repair bill, I now have to go collect the quote (which I have to pay $77 to receive) and send to the insurance company. Be glad to get it fixed (or replaced) and returned. Although washing up by hand is not so bad. There is definitely a lot less washing up with the TM,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 21, 2012, 11:20:30 pm
I have a scanpan Stove top grill, no spray oil to be used, it takes the coating off.

It washes up a treat, just wipe over with a damp cloth, easy.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 22, 2012, 01:05:24 am
Cookie, its a Ford ranger silver.
Cheaper to run and maintain than the land cruises.
we have 6 cars now.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 22, 2012, 01:09:36 am
6 cars, glad I don't have to license them or insure them. WE have 3 licensed and on the road plus one that is only a chassis on wheels and another that is  about ½ restored. Not counting DD's car. In the shed we have the boat and van. With the vintage cars though we get reduced license and insurance though as they aren't on the road very much.

The new car sounds lovely.

Dede hope you are soon re united with your going dishwasher.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 22, 2012, 03:58:42 am
I bought some maca powder from a health shop just off Rundle Mall. I resisted a cake pan that makes small cakes that look like ice cream wafers. 😊 but I did buy an expensive leather bag. 😉
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on February 22, 2012, 05:34:11 am
Quote from: maddy on February 21, 2012, 10:16:04 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on February 21, 2012, 10:15:28 am
However, muffins tend to be stickier. I think that it's the aerosol in the sprays that cause the problems with non stick surfaces.  I would go back to the old fashioned method of a pastry brush and melted butter, or the cake release that has been posted on this forum. Good luck!

Unfortunately the sprays are a no-no for non stick bakeware, as well as non stick pans.....I have ruined a few before I realised this  :(
Butter, or try fundj's cake release recipe.

Thanks Maddy and Hally, The brush and oil worked fine and was easy to clean afterwards.

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Post by: cookie1 on February 22, 2012, 06:43:55 am
Good on you re the bag JulieO. I love a nice handbag.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on February 22, 2012, 08:13:39 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 22, 2012, 06:43:55 am
Good on you re the bag JulieO. I love a nice handbag.

Me too, I have an "addiction" to Coach handbags and have several in my collection.  From time to time I pass one along to my daughter but have had some for many years.  I still have the first one I bought - in 1974 - and it still looks good.  It has gone back to Coach once for a new brass "foot" on the bottom and to have the leather glazed on the outside to remove some scratches. 

The only one I often carry that is not a Coach is a bright blue Fossil.  The color makes it easy to find if I put it down someplace. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 22, 2012, 08:15:38 am
Andie, i had not seen coach until we went to Hawaii, I could have bought the whole store, fantastic bags

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 22, 2012, 09:03:04 am
Julie...... :o.....how did you resist that?......you know your going to think about it....and go back and get it eventually  :P


I picked up this x 2

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6139515e.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 22, 2012, 11:19:45 am
Oh Maddy was that on Jamies website??

Absoltely love it :)

Want, want, want

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on February 22, 2012, 11:25:56 am
Handbag and wallets were my weakness when i was in my teens, i was a collector for many years
I only have kept a few, i have one bag that in 1976 i paid $495.00
After that it was cook books, and then it was pots and pans, now it’s anything to do with baking
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 22, 2012, 12:21:08 pm
Maddy I saw those pie dishes in Target a while back, they are really nice 😃

I've found I don't bake as much these days just being the 2 of us at home now, so it was easy to resist buying the tin today thank goodness. 😄
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on February 22, 2012, 05:14:47 pm
Quote from: fundj on February 22, 2012, 11:25:56 am
Handbag and wallets were my weakness when i was in my teens, i was a collector for many years
I only have kept a few, i have one bag that in 1976 i paid $495.00
After that it was cook books, and then it was pots and pans, now it’s anything to do with baking


I have several handbags that have held up beautifully for three decades or more.  The few times I have purchased "bargain" items, they seldom lasted more than a couple of years.  Pro-rating the cost, the expensive ones have turned out to be real bargains. 
Not to mention that some have become more valuable over time - one Coach bag that was discontinued several years ago is now bringing three times the original price on one of the online sites that sells vintage handbags. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 22, 2012, 06:45:03 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on February 22, 2012, 05:14:47 pm
Quote from: fundj on February 22, 2012, 11:25:56 am
Handbag and wallets were my weakness when i was in my teens, i was a collector for many years
I only have kept a few, i have one bag that in 1976 i paid $495.00
After that it was cook books, and then it was pots and pans, now it’s anything to do with baking


I seem only to collect dust. LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 22, 2012, 07:50:49 pm
LOL Gert . . . .bet your collection isn't as big as mine!!!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 22, 2012, 08:46:55 pm
Yay my super spatulas arrived today. Only took 8 days to Tassie. Now that's very fast.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 22, 2012, 10:02:20 pm
Quote from: Hally on February 22, 2012, 11:19:45 am
Oh Maddy was that on Jamies website??

Absoltely love it :)

Want, want, want

LOL......yep, at target.

Julie....you have more self control than I  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 22, 2012, 10:44:07 pm
Maddy!!  (&*$^#%$&%^ . . . knew I shouldn't have opened this thread . . . . .target today is . . . . Target! :-)) :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 22, 2012, 10:47:31 pm
Oh dear, it looks like I need a trip to Target, i am sure ds needs new socks, LOL, and then by accident I stumble across other things that just seem to fall into my basket & then at checkout I am too busy helping a lady with her heavy shopping & oh dear they are now in my kitchen. Mmmmm sounds like a great plan ;D

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 22, 2012, 11:28:17 pm
Quote from: goldfish on February 22, 2012, 10:44:07 pm
Maddy!!  (&*$^#%$&%^ . . . knew I shouldn't have opened this thread . . . . .target today is . . . . Target! :-)) :-))

 :P :P :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 22, 2012, 11:35:17 pm
hehe . . that's ok, Maddy . . . . they have my address and . . . . . your credit card number . . .  :P  LOL
Seriously, they do look good and getting one extra as a gift.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2012, 12:40:10 am
You ladies are terrible. :D :D :D :D

I bought a Louis Vutton wallet many years ago with cherries on and it is still as good as the day I bought it. I love it and honestly think if it ever did die I would buy another one. I adore their handbags but I'm rather heavy on handbags so don't think I would buy one. DD loves them and has quite a few. She doesn't drink so says that is the money she would have spent on alcohol. I can always borrow hers if I leave a $1000 deposit.    Just kidding, I think she would only ask a $999 one. ;)
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Post by: maddy on February 23, 2012, 12:43:40 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8340e963.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/733d6f9c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/439666e3.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 23, 2012, 01:54:41 am
Very dissapointed, went to Target after school drop off, nothing that resembled Jamies pie dishs. Perth useless as usual.
I did buy ds socks!!!

H >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2012, 02:34:06 am
Love the book Maddy. Are you going to have a big clean up? Is it a water blaster or sand, or maybe air?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 23, 2012, 02:34:54 am
Quote from: Hally on February 23, 2012, 01:54:41 am
Very dissapointed, went to Target after school drop off, nothing that resembled Jamies pie dishs. Perth useless as usual.
I did buy ds socks!!!

H >:(

YOO-HOO HALLY........
You can buy them at target online here  ;)  http://shop.target.com.au/jamie-oliver-perfect-pie-set (http://shop.target.com.au/jamie-oliver-perfect-pie-set)
$9 flat rate delivery charge
His other goodies here  http://shop.target.com.au/home/kitchenware (http://shop.target.com.au/home/kitchenware)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 23, 2012, 02:38:34 am
 . . . and Hally . . . . don't forget to take up Maddy's offer to use her credit card . . . !!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 23, 2012, 02:44:51 am
Maddy . . . was so taken with the soft romantic images of the books . .. just beautiful . . . . . . and then , , the Boston Blaster????
Just what kind of tea parties do you have??????  and who comes to them . . .???????  ;D ;D ;D (just teasing . . .  :D)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on February 23, 2012, 06:29:16 am
I'm with Gert, I collect dust.

We have a saying in my mother's group "Dust doesn't exist"  If you say it often enough it's true.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 25, 2012, 08:29:54 am
Quoting on a few posts back re non stick and aerosols but whay about pump oil sprays that you fill yourself and pump up to grt it tonspray?? Surely they dont ruin the surface ... I use one of those and also fundjs cooking release paste... Love that stuff and still on my first pot so economical too! (first ay of school hols so a stay in bed day today suffering away
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2012, 08:32:57 am
Quote from: Frozzie on February 25, 2012, 08:29:54 am
Quoting on a few posts back re non stick and aerosols but whay about pump oil sprays that you fill yourself and pump up to grt it tonspray?? Surely they dont ruin the surface ... I use one of those and also fundjs cooking release paste... Love that stuff and still on my first pot so economical too! (first ay of school hols so a stay in bed day today suffering away

I say why bother with any spray. I take a tissue pour a bit of oil on it the swipe. Toss the tissue away. No fuss no waste.

You feeling better now?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 25, 2012, 08:44:16 am
I find the spray handy and dont like aerosol sprays but your right its kind of tomaytos tomartoes lol... The self spray is a purchase inspired from this thread 😊

Unfortunately not better... Prob is as much as i just want to stay in bed i cant as dh is out of action and dd and ds wait for no one.. Ive had dd in my ear for the past hour nagging me to get up and get her breaky and go downstairs.. My head is all blocked up, im exhausted and have a not so nice chest cough..but at least no aching as im dosed up on meds.. Arrrgghhh im Going to have to get up.. Now ds has joined the party..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 25, 2012, 08:50:46 am
Quote from: Frozzie on February 25, 2012, 08:44:16 am
I find the spray handy and dont like aerosol sprays but your right its kind of tomaytos tomartoes lol... The self spray is a purchase inspired from this thread 😊

Unfortunately not better... Prob is as much as i just want to stay in bed i cant as dh is out of action and dd and ds wait for no one.. Ive had dd in my ear for the past hour nagging me to get up and get her breaky and go downstairs.. My head is all blocked up, im exhausted and have a not so nice chest cough..but at least no aching as im dosed up on meds.. Arrrgghhh im Going to have to get up.. Now ds has joined the party..
Poor you,your symptoms sound terrible Frozzie,just take things easy :-* :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 25, 2012, 08:59:29 am
Poor Frozzie. You sound so bad. Gee  I hope you feel better soon. take it easy and get well soon. :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 25, 2012, 09:21:28 am
Meant to be saving, but as you posted this before I was told, I don't think it counts.

oohh thank you Maddy, been flat out the last 2 days will have a look.

i bought today 3 airline tickets to Hawaii, yes were going back in October, yay, yay. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 25, 2012, 09:52:43 am
That'll be nice Hally, I think I'll name you 'Holiday Queen'  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 25, 2012, 09:59:38 am
Quote from: dede on February 25, 2012, 08:59:29 am
Poor Frozzie. You sound so bad. Gee  I hope you feel better soon. take it easy and get well soon. :(

Thx cc and thx dede...wouldnt be so bad if i had some time to rest.. But have a doc appt monday as when dh went to see her she asked how i was and in turn said she wanted me to come see er monday lol

However def no cooking its been breville sandwiches, steak frites, baguettes and bits and pieces however might get my act together and make some soup..better for everyone.. Also have to meet up with some girls next week who ave decided to help m organise yhis surprise 30th (dont know what i was thinking.. Well i di i wanted to do something special as no one else was getting off heir butts but hey ??!!)

I have a fav soup that is made with a whole chook cooked in a veg broth so basically makes a stock then you shred the chicken and add a few bts and pieces and a tiny bit of cream i think oh its ever so yum..and packed full of vegies..
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2012, 10:11:48 am
Quote from: Hally on February 25, 2012, 09:21:28 am
Meant to be saving, but as you posted this before I was told, I don't think it counts.

oohh thank you Maddy, been flat out the last 2 days will have a look.

i bought today 3 airline tickets to Hawaii, yes were going back in October, yay, yay. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

H :)

 4 words.......Ala Moana Shopping Center.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on February 25, 2012, 10:18:38 am
JD,just keeping aussie air crewe in jobs ;D

yes Gert, I love that place, fantastic shopping

h :)
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2012, 10:31:20 am
When my daughter was getting married many years ago I needed to find some shoes in aubergine to match my outfit. Nothing in Australia so I  went Hawaii and in the Ala Moana Shopping Cente I found just the  ones. And then there are the REAL outlet shops. I still have a cotton jumper I bought for  $3  from TJ Max outlet  30 years ago.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on February 28, 2012, 07:46:12 am
You really should wear it Gert. :D :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 28, 2012, 07:48:16 am
DD bought herself the WW Retro cookbook on the weekend, so of course I could not be beaten and had to get one too.
                  (http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020315.jpg)
This book lots great and I can't wait to make some of the things from it.
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Post by: maddy on February 28, 2012, 07:51:01 am
A nice little find on eBay.....the one in front......and it will remind me of Denise  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-11.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d813671f.jpg)
.....loved the bottle....arrogant frog, lol...made in France....probably is horrid, but I will use the bottle for Lillie's.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2bd11eea.jpg)

.......what's another tea party book  :P

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Post by: gertbysea on February 28, 2012, 07:57:24 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/7bd3ca14-88e1-2b19.jpg)Here it is. It would have to be a VERY cold day in Cairns to get this out.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 28, 2012, 08:34:10 am
I do not often  look here as i see too many things I THINK I need. :-)) :-)) :-))  But I can't resist a nice recipe book.  had a voucher given to me for Christmas ,  for Readings.  I have already made 2 dishes from "Mr Wilkinson's favourite vegetables" and the other frightened the living daylights out of me as I read it.   You would think that the Trupp's book was written for people who have TMX  As well as whole food recipes it has sections on food additives, food labelling. and fats.  There is also a small item on microwaves as against steaming. Each recipe has a scale that lists gluten free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.  After reading the bread section I think we should be using more Spelt.  

The Wilkinson book I like because it has recipes for veggies and some fruits,  that we grow or can buy at the local farmers markets.
I have posted the recipe for the ,'Spinach, Mustard greens and baked Ricotta tart'.  And have posted the text for the Rose geranium stewed blueberries and Rice custard Pudding.on my Blog. Will take photo tomorrow and post on Forum.
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Post by: judydawn on February 28, 2012, 08:46:50 am
They sound like a good find Chookie, how long did you have to browse in Readings before you came across them.

Love the Cornish Cream jug maddy - wonder if CC has one of those herself.

Yours looks good too Cookie.  I have to tell myself not to go out looking at recipe books, poor DH willingly gave up all his bookshelf space for my recipe books as he doesn't read anymore.  It didn't take long to fill his space with books I had here, there and everywhere.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 28, 2012, 08:54:55 am
I see what you mean Gretchen.

Maddy I saw that book and would love it, but I have enough already. Love the mugs too.

Chookie I love Readings. It is an amazing shop. We really have no decent bookshopos here now after Borders closing. We have Dymocks but they are fairly small and you can be in and out in no time. I like browsing for ages and ages. I love Kinokumionya (spelling) in Sydney and Singapore.
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Post by: Halex on February 28, 2012, 09:02:24 am
Thanks Maddy, Just bought Jamies pie dish antipasto serving board on line from your link ;D

Love them
H :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 28, 2012, 12:37:13 pm
Just love your new jug Maddy with my name in it ;) ;) you will be thinking of me every time you use it :D :D :D :D
Everyone seems to be buying wonderful goodies  ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 28, 2012, 01:16:04 pm
Quote from: Hally on February 28, 2012, 09:02:24 am
Thanks Maddy, Just bought Jamies pie dish antipasto serving board on line from your link ;D

couldn't see the link  ??? would love to have a little bo peep...

Maddy glad you bought something for DH...finally! Can't clean the house with all those cakepop stands can he? Now he can finally go berserk outside leaving you to make your lovely cupcakes etc.

Gretch, love your jumper (and the price moreso) it must be so comfy after all these years, you must want a nice cold day to slip it on over your head  :D

As for cookbooks, unless they are specifically TM I will not be buying (thats the plan anyway). Look forward to seeing the conversions though now that we have got copyright laws down pat  ;)
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Post by: keiramax on February 28, 2012, 09:00:23 pm
Maddie, Love Cornishware, do you have a photo of your collection?  I have a small collection that people have given me as presents over the years.
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Post by: maddy on February 29, 2012, 12:09:59 am
Quote from: keiramax on February 28, 2012, 09:00:23 pm
Maddie, Love Cornishware, do you have a photo of your collection?  I have a small collection that people have given me as presents over the years.

 ;) I have quite a collection now.....after many years of searching around.
A lot of it is packed in storage, waiting for a big enough space one day, to display it all.....but I have a few specialty pieces dotted around that I picked up as limited editions when the "cornish blue collectors club" was operating, and some good ebay finds  ;)
I love that it's timeless, and it's sturdy enough to be used if wished.


Well, I figured if hot cross buns are being made, it's not too early to get some things for my mantle for Easter.......the poor mantle piece suffers from themes.  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3100502.jpg?t=1330473047)

I love these glitter houses, especially when you see the glow of fairy lights inside....... I still have the Christmas ones on my mantle.....I don't want to pack them up   :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/il_570xN-10.jpg?t=1330472646)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/TJ9205.jpg?t=1330472998)

....just to put it out there, I absolutely LOVE www.etsy.com  for anything vintage, handmade and unique......I can get lost in there for hours..... LOL.

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 29, 2012, 12:24:54 am
They are gorgeous maddy. You are very energetic to change the decor of your house to match the season.

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Post by: judydawn on February 29, 2012, 12:32:41 am
Yes, I agree with CP maddy, your house must be a delight to visit.  I am so boring, maybe too old to bother these days but good on you for making such an effort.
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Post by: courton on February 29, 2012, 01:14:16 am
I love etsy too...great place for unique presents at a reasonable price.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 29, 2012, 01:31:49 am
You people are so bad for me. :D I've just spent ages looking at etsy and I've come to the conclusion that I am older than vintage. I can remember using/owning so much on the vintage section. I will have to keep an eye on this as I need to dress myself in some 1920's clothing  one of these days. I hate dresses and am hoping I can wear trousers. I've been watching the clothes Phryne Fisher wears in her show on Fridays.
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Post by: maddy on February 29, 2012, 07:59:11 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on February 29, 2012, 12:24:54 am
They are gorgeous maddy. You are very energetic to change the decor of your house to match the season.

LOL.....most would say NUTS.....but happy to accept "energetic"  ;D.....hubby could give you a few alternative adjectives, but I can't post them  :P

Quote from: judydawn on February 29, 2012, 12:32:41 am
Yes, I agree with CP maddy, your house must be a delight to visit. I am so boring, maybe too old to bother these days but good on you for making such an effort.

Not at all Judy.  Even just rearranging a couple pieces of furniture gives your house a fresher feel.
I think my Mother's stagnant decorating has inspired me to do the opposite actually.....she just shakes her head like my Husband does  :P......I just ignore it though   ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 29, 2012, 09:32:33 am
Oh well, I do that maddy.  Always have been a furniture swapper, my last effort was a whole roomful but I have now decided I am not going to put my body through moving heavy pieces of furniture on my own anymore  :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on February 29, 2012, 09:35:43 am
Im a furniture mover too... Love doing it and often dh asks if one day i wont want to change dh as well lol..dont like sme old same Except for dh lol
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Post by: Halex on February 29, 2012, 11:04:44 am
Not my shopping, but I was the receiver, ;D
2 Nigella books for my birthday
Nigella Express & kitchen, recipes from the heart of the home.

Early to bed with my books tonight ;D

H :)
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Post by: maddy on March 08, 2012, 12:31:21 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b4adf469.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8e55defe.jpg)
This is a wonderful book if you like making cake pops.....lots of pretty designs, tips, and display ideas.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7690e8ef.jpg)
Haven't tried these ones yet...so we'll see what they taste like.
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Post by: obbie on March 08, 2012, 01:35:16 am
Love the look of the books Maddy.

Robyn
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Post by: dede on March 08, 2012, 01:39:47 am
I need a new washing trolley. A wheel broke off the other day. And for me at the moment means I can't get clothes to the line to peg out. (luckily a friend lent me hers for a few days) I'm going to send DH to bunnings tonight to get me a new one.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 08, 2012, 02:13:45 am
last night we went mad - bought this wooden dining table for home that I've had my eye on for a couple of years, then 8 chairs to go with it (which ended up costing more than the table), and then we bought 2 big King size beds that can split into 2 King singles for our holiday rental. Now I'd better knuckle down and do some work to pay for it all  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on March 08, 2012, 03:25:13 am
Great shopping CP.
I had a small splurge yesterday and bought a pair of coloured jeans (olive green) and 4 T shirts. The jeans are meant to be 3/4 but as I am rather short they are great for me and don't need taking up.
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Post by: keiramax on March 08, 2012, 03:38:16 am
Lovely books Maddy, where do you put them all?  Would love to buy some new cookbooks but have decided to revisit the ones I already have.  Some of them I haven't picked up in years.

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Post by: gertbysea on March 08, 2012, 03:47:04 am
Today I ordered the new iPad but don't tell DH.

Gretch
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Post by: cookie1 on March 08, 2012, 03:48:11 am
Shhh. I promise not to tell him. ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 08, 2012, 03:50:45 am
After I sanatize my iPad 2 I will give it to him . That should ease the pain. LOL! :-))

Gretch
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Post by: Tan on March 08, 2012, 04:25:11 am
my new iphone has just arrived!!!!!!  Bit scared though if i will ever learn how to use it
 :P
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Post by: gertbysea on March 08, 2012, 04:28:32 am
Quote from: Tan on March 08, 2012, 04:25:11 am
my new iphone has just arrived!!!!!!  Bit scared though if i will ever learn how to use it
 :P

There is a lot of help online and I am sure here.

Gert
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Post by: dede on March 08, 2012, 05:00:41 am
Did you preorder the new new iPad Gert? Let us know what it's like when you get it. I have the first iPad and would love to upgrade to the iPad 3 is worth it.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 08, 2012, 06:13:25 am
I'll get to see one of the new iPad 3 Saturday morning.  From local TV news, that showed it in a long segment today, it looks to have much higher resolution, more memory and faster response time.

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Post by: Frozzie on March 08, 2012, 07:19:39 am
I just bought another ipad2 for the surprise bday girl this weekend.. No sign of ipad 3 yet in france and in any case our budget just reached the price of he ipad2 here (much cheaper in oz :(( ). Also lots of birthday stuff from deco and foodstuffs and decorated a guestbook type book which was blank in place of a card for everyone to comment in... Not to mention all the cooking.. Will post some goodies after the party 😊
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Post by: courton on March 08, 2012, 08:09:01 am
After a lot of checking, have ordered fagor pressure cooker from pressure cooker.com.au. Hope it is good.
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Post by: Halex on March 08, 2012, 08:12:22 am
If the ipad3 had a thumb drive to me that woukd be fantastic.

Looking forward to hearing all about it.

I dobt think it does, so happy with ipad2, plus dh would divorce me as i havent had this one a year yet.

H :)
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Post by: maddy on March 08, 2012, 08:30:33 am
Never go shopping hungry...isn't that what they say  :P

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(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4cd4b782.jpg)
Cuisinart 4 slice Belgian waffle maker.....could almost smell them looking at the box  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/824bd170.jpg)
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Post by: andiesenji on March 08, 2012, 09:50:55 pm
Click here (http://www.apple.com/ipad/#video)  to see a video about the new iPad3.

Saturday morning can't some soon enough!
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Post by: courton on March 08, 2012, 10:18:03 pm
I have always loved iPhone and iPad but after reading Steve jobs biography I am full of admiration for his innovative way of thinking about products. I am by no means a techie, but I would strongly recommend the book. Very interesting.
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Post by: Wonder on March 08, 2012, 10:24:31 pm
i"ll be interested to hear what you all think of the new iPad. I bought 1 and 2 on the day of release but the new version doesn't hold much interest for me. In Australia we won't get the benefit of the higher speed because it can't run on our 4G network and I rarely use the camera on the iPad 2 but the better resolution would be nice. I'm about to buy another iPad 2 because I only got the 16GB and with the amount of travel I do for work I love to have movies and television series to watch no matter where I end up but find most of my 16GB filled with photos and apps. If I can get the new iPad for the same price of an iPad 2 I'll go with it otherwise looks like I'll stick with the 2, but would love to hear others comments.
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Post by: dede on March 08, 2012, 10:30:38 pm
I think the new iPad is about $100 more than the iPad 2 for the same thing. I would love to update my iPad 1 for the new iPad 3 but there is nothing wrong with what I have at the moment so will wait an see.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 08, 2012, 11:11:43 pm
The new iPad is a long way from the iPad 1 and I love all the features on the new one including the voice to text. That will be interesting.

I have started to re jig my iPad2 for DH.

The promised day is March 16 for delivery. Wait and see.

gert
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Post by: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 01:37:48 am
I agree a huge step up from iPad 1 but not that much from the iPad 2. The voice to text would be interesting but not something I would use. BTW I purchased my husband a kindle touch a few weeks ago and it has a txt to voice function, he can now have a book read to him while folding the washing - brilliant idea.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 01:51:34 am
Quote from: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 01:37:48 am
I agree a huge step up from iPad 1 but not that much from the iPad 2. The voice to text would be interesting but not something I would use. BTW I purchased my husband a kindle touch a few weeks ago and it has a txt to voice function, he can now have a book read to him while folding the washing - brilliant idea.

Too funny wonder. All the Kindles have txt to speech  and DH can change the voice from male to female as well . I find it really annoying but it is great for kids as they can just follow along.  Another great tool to help kids learn to read.

I have had the Kindle touch for about 6 months and am not so  sure I like it better than my old one but  it is smaller.

Gretch
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Post by: ElleG on March 09, 2012, 02:00:15 am
Hi Wonder, I  am interested in the kindle touch. There have been so many variable reviews, is your husband happy with it?
Would you buy it again and would your husband recommend it? Thanks, I would really like to knoe. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 02:27:36 am
Don't know how wonder's DH feels but I have used mine for  a few months and like it as it is smaller and lighter. You do have to learn to be careful where you put your fingers.

Gretchen
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Post by: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 04:55:53 am
ElleG, I got my husband the kindle touch from the US when i was over there recently (purchased via amazon but sent to my work address) and we were able to get the version with ads for only $79 however I did spend another $60 on the official cover with inbuilt light, I have the standard kindle which is the same size as the touch but with page buttons on the side and a clip on light. I absolutely love my kindle - it's so small I can hold in one hand and flip the pages with my thumb or little finger, i would love the cover with inbuilt light but am worried it will make my kindle a little harder to use so am holding off on that purchase. My husband thinks his is the best present I've ever bought him and is constantly telling me his is better than mine! He would certainly buy another one and in fact is trying to get me to agree to purchase one for each of the kids when I'm next in the US. I haven't used his for more than a few minutes so it's a bit hard to compare.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 05:23:04 am
Let me clear this up.  There are actually 6 different Kindles available, Kindle, Kindle Touch,  Kindle Touch with 3G,  Kindle Keyboard with 3G,
Kindle DX and Kindle Fire so go to Amazon.com to assess which one you really are interested in.

I bought for my kids the Kindle keyboard with 3G pluse one each for myself and DH. I have now replaced mine with the Kindle Touch which is smaller and lighter than my originals.

Best do your research before buying. You can also purchase a waterproof cover to use the Kindle Touch in the pool,

Gretch
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Post by: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 01:04:50 pm
We have the kindle and kindle touch and love them both.

When looking on Amazon unless you are going to use a forwarder or have someone in the US who can forward your purchases for you make sure you are looking at the international shipping page as not all models are available in all countries. The Kindle touch I got for my husband has advertisements which show up on the front screen, and because of this they are $30 less than the regular kindle but it's only available for purchase in the US. As Gert says there are quite a few models available so you really need to do your research. If you are in Australia some of the models are now available through Big W, Dick Smith and Woolworths - I found the staff in these stores have no idea about the product but you can at least get a feel of a few of the models before purchasing.

In the past I've used iPads, iPods and other ereaders but have found my kindle far superior.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2012, 05:13:21 pm
I have the latest kindle before the touch and have not felt the need to update even tho I am a "tech head" (kids description of me, not mine). I am going to wait for the next model at least before updating.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 09, 2012, 06:43:44 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2012, 05:13:21 pm
I have the latest kindle before the touch and have not felt the need to update even tho I am a "tech head" (kids description of me, not mine). I am going to wait for the next model at least before updating.

That's what I have - Kindle 3rd generation with 3G, and I still use my Kindle 2.  As I just use them for reading and I don't do games or need to watch movies on them, I don't plan to upgrade until there is a big jump in technology.

I haven't yet sprung for an iPad because I didn't want to buy one and then have a new version pop up a few months later AND I like to wait until some of the bugs have been worked out of the product. 
This new one, with the higher pixel camera and better video capability (for recording basenji antics, what else?) seems more attractive to me. 
I can't see using it for reading on a regular basis because it is too large to hold for long reading sessions and the 10-hour battery life - "depending on how many applications are active" - would be annoying.
However, the guy in my computer club who has had one for testing for the past three months (secret from us in the club) thinks this one will fill my list of requirements...   And he has a "Mophie Juice" external battery for fast recharging.  He says there is a long wait as these are very popular, made exclusively for the Apple "i" products from the iPhones, iPods to the iPads. 
He also has a "New Trent iCruiser" which he has used with the first iPad, iPhone and others, it's cheaper but takes much longer to charge the iPad. 
He says he is bringing the whole "suite" of iPads and accessories to the meeting tomorrow so I will know more afterward and will report back.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 08:54:36 pm
Andi that is pretty exciting. Nice to have someone in the know to give pointers. Very generous of him.  I find the 10 hour battery life not so bad as I just charge it at night or maybe during the day when I am not using it. I have never run out of batts so to speak. The recharge is not so long anyway but a faster recharge would be great to have for anything. You will love the new iPad for those doggies. I record mine all the time just for fun. I downloaded the iPhoto and it is brilliant on this iPad so I am imagining it will be even better on my new one.

On a recent trip overseas I was able to " take along a friend" by sending her  frequent vignettes of the places I was seeing  in real time. Just a couple of taps is all it takes.

If you like FaceTime it is so very easy. I never use it but I know others who do.

Life is short and we can never have too many toys but I don't have to tell you that. LOL!

Gretchen
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 09:07:43 pm
Quote from: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 01:04:50 pm
We have the kindle and kindle touch and love them both.

When looking on Amazon unless you are going to use a forwarder or have someone in the US who can forward your purchases for you make sure you are looking at the international shipping page as not all models are available in all countries. The Kindle touch I got for my husband has advertisements which show up on the front screen, and because of this they are $30 less than the regular kindle but it's only available for purchase in the US. As Gert says there are quite a few models available so you really need to do your research. If you are in Australia some of the models are now available through Big W, Dick Smith and Woolworths - I found the staff in these stores have no idea about the product but you can at least get a feel of a few of the models before purchasing.

In the past I've used iPads, iPods and other ereaders but have found my kindle far superior.


Oh I forgot to say wonder that I did buy my  Kindle touch a few months ago from an online seller in Australia. He probable imported it directly from the manufacturer and that is why I was able to get it before it was actually available from Amazon. It is now available in Australia from Amazon as a friend bought one a few weeks ago. I did pay a bit more for it but no problem. I actually like the ads as they keep changing and are not obtrusive in any way.

You are right about the ppl in Woolies having no idea. I think they are no longer going to sell the Kindle anyway.  The staff in Dick Smith varies from no bl**dy idea to brilliant. Go figure.

Gretchen
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Post by: Wonder on March 09, 2012, 10:56:20 pm
I bought another iPad 2. Did quite a bit of research on the new iPad and decided I wouldn't get the benefit of the  new functionality - I really just need the extra capacity that the 64gb one will give me over the current 16gb I have. Dick Smith reduced their prices on all iPad 2 models yesterday but sold out across Victoria by early afternoon, while a local store still had stock I managed to get Myer to price match - a $200 reduction on their listed price! They weren't happy about but as they were able to ring the store and check they had to do it. I'm also travelling in two weeks so can claim the GST back - all up I will have only spent around $650, so I'm very happy. Now there is fight on in the family to see who gets my current iPad!
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Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2012, 11:11:04 pm
Well you are a wonder woman alright. Well done you,eh?

My understanding is that Apple will stop making the iPad2 in 32 and 64 GB and retain the 16 GB at a cheap price so you were one of the lucky last to grab a 64GB ? I weep for Myer.  NOT!

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on March 10, 2012, 08:44:35 am
I feel so old fashioned. I love reading in the bath with a glass of wine.
I love turning pages too.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 10, 2012, 09:12:20 am
Quote from: mcmich on March 10, 2012, 08:44:35 am
I feel so old fashioned. I love reading in the bath with a glass of wine.
I love turning pages too.


Love it mcmich but ........with a Kindle Touch you can hold it in  one hand turning the pages and with the other hand you can hold your glass. Lol!

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on March 10, 2012, 09:59:44 am
Maddy.  I love the look of the Coffee book.  Can't resist anything with coffee in it, so will be interested in hearing what it's like.  I'm trying very hard to resist...... :D
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Post by: mcmich on March 10, 2012, 10:00:18 am
Oooh, so I can take the kindle in the bath?
My mags and books end up a little steam damaged.
If I could read it in the bath tub I may be interested.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 10, 2012, 10:20:01 am
Quote from: mcmich on March 10, 2012, 10:00:18 am
Oooh, so I can take the kindle in the bath?
My mags and books end up a little steam damaged.
If I could read it in the bath tub I may be interested.

I even take my iPad  and rest it on the side of the bath while making voice memos. I also take the Kindle into the pool as it is so lite.

Gert
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 10, 2012, 11:34:33 am
Quote from: mcmich on March 10, 2012, 10:00:18 am
Oooh, so I can take the kindle in the bath?
My mags and books end up a little steam damaged.
If I could read it in the bath tub I may be interested.

With the waterproof cover!!!

Just clarifying  ;) ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 10, 2012, 07:33:41 pm
I don't have a waterproof cover yet but I am careful .  ;) ;)

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on March 10, 2012, 09:37:58 pm
Well, I have seen the "future" and am suitably impressed.

The new iPad 3 is, in a word, spectacular.  I got to see it alongside an iPad 2 so the displays could be compared.  The "retinal display" is much sharper and the colored areas have clear edges and even looking very close, you can't see the pixels.  There are no "sawtooth" edges on moderately magnified images.  You have to push the magnification way up to see it.

The video is amazing even indoors and except for some "bleeding" when the iPad is moved too rapidly, the definition and focus is as good as one would expect with a mid-level digital camcorder. 

Do I want one?  Yes!  Am I going to get one right away?  No.  My friend suggested I wait until May, when Apple often rolls out new upgrades and functions to hardware and often offers extras, such as apps and etc.  Of course, if they come out with a newer model next March, I will have only had 10 months use of the "3" but my friend doesn't think the next generation is going to be as big a jump as this one. 
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2012, 01:25:23 am
So happy you got to see this andi  and thank you for telling us. I feel so much better having ordered it now.

 Mine has actually been engraved and on it's way via Bratislava,Vienna, Nuernberg, Brussels,North Hampton, Slough, Shenzhen and is now at the transit point in Hong Kong. I hope it doesn't. Get jet lag.

Gretchen
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Post by: cookie1 on March 11, 2012, 01:50:51 am
An ipad with jet lag would be horrid. It script would  l...o................o..............k    l.....i........................k..e  th..............i...s
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2012, 01:58:16 am
Too funny  ;D ;D

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on March 11, 2012, 02:21:36 am
Since the demand for the iPad 3 increased exponentially after the intro last week, the local news just had the notice that Apple has pushed the shipping date for the new iPad back three weeks. 
Apple stores will not have very many for display because of the huge advance sales and apparently additional security is being laid on to make sure unhappy customers do not try to help themselves.  Also transports are being guarded and decoy trucks are being utilized in some areas. 
One would think they were moving gold...
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Post by: RosieB on March 11, 2012, 04:32:52 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 10, 2012, 07:33:41 pm
I don't have a waterproof cover yet but I am careful .  ;) ;)

Gert
LOL..  Maybe a snap lock bag would add to the safety,  but not so good for readability.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2012, 04:53:43 am
No that is a good idea. I read on a Kindle forum that it can be done.  I just wouldn't plunge it in the pool but it would  give some protection if you dropped your Kindle  while reaching for the wine.

Might try that. Good one Rosie!

Gert

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Post by: Meagan on March 11, 2012, 04:58:01 am
You can use an iPhone through a snap lock bag. I did it today at the beach ;)
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Post by: Wonder on March 11, 2012, 05:30:44 am
That's great news about the new iPad Andie. They sound good. I'm happy with the definition and functionality of the iPad 2 so more than happy with the deal I got. I quite often read my kindle while floating in the pool. I put it in one of the small zip lock bags and can very easily move the pages but I don't have the touch. I've never dropped it but have been thinking maybe I would try vacuum sealing but am worried it may damage it in some way.
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 11, 2012, 07:24:45 am
here  (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/WATERPROOF-BAG-CASE-COVER-AMAZON-KINDLE-3-4-4TH-TOUCH-KOBO-TOUCH-NOOK-COLOR-/290681711222?pt=AU_TabletAccessories&hash=item43adfaea76)is the waterproof bags on ebay.


(http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy182/e2loving/KINDLE%204/waterproof-06.jpg?t=1331276320)

I would have to get one if I was using it in the bath or pool. I wouldn't trust myself!!!
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Post by: maddy on March 11, 2012, 08:14:59 am
We are buying a friends old caravan  :) so excited.....not just for getting away, but I can get stuck into another revamp project  :D
Lots of ideas to redecorate it, but hubby begged me not to make it too girly....LOL.....does he know me at all?     :P........of course not, I replied.......yeah right LOL!
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Post by: ElleG on March 11, 2012, 08:28:22 am
Maddy, your caravan will be amazing! Looking forward to photos  ;D

Thanks Ladies, great information on the kindles and ipads. decisions, decisions...
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 11, 2012, 08:29:56 am
Quote from: maddy on March 11, 2012, 08:14:59 am
We are buying a friends old caravan  :) so excited.....not just for getting away, but I can get stuck into another revamp project  :D
Lots of ideas to redecorate it, but hubby begged me not to make it too girly....LOL.....does he know me at all?     :P........of course not, I replied.......yeah right LOL!
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D
Would love to see some photos at sometime ;) ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2012, 08:31:48 am
We are excited Maddy. What fun. Take us on your journey.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on March 11, 2012, 08:34:22 am
Already found inspiration on the net  CC.  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6987032a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/53783446.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/746941cb.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d6c29e1b.jpg)

Love this for when I've had too many sherbets, and can find my way home  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3aca1a29.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2012, 08:41:02 am
Maddy that is perfect. Love it love it love it! Hubby will love it .......or not!

No matter . It is definitely a classic. SOME WHERE ELSE!

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 11, 2012, 08:48:00 am
Just gorgeous ideas. ;D Keep up the research ;)
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Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2012, 09:06:00 am
Love the blue one maddy, not too girlie for DH either.  Before and after photos please.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 11, 2012, 09:12:15 am
That is exciting news Maddy. I can't wait to see the photos as you go.
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Post by: courton on March 11, 2012, 10:42:44 am
Today I went for the first time to Costco. OMG! Unbelievable. You can buy everything from the kitchen sink (literally!) to a $ 370,000 ( yes, I have got the zeros in the right places) diamond ring!!!
Of course, you can also buy more mundane things like fruits and veg for very cheap prices but bulk quantitites as well as furniture, electrical appliances and so on. Definitely worth a visit.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 11, 2012, 11:03:24 am
Hi Courton, my friends are taking me into Costco on Thursday, Can't wait to see it.
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Post by: courton on March 11, 2012, 11:07:37 am
Be prepared to spend a couple of hours there!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 11, 2012, 11:10:45 am
Hi again Courton, did you buy anything really exciting.
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Post by: courton on March 11, 2012, 11:16:05 am
Nothing big ...lots of food. Since I live in syd I went to check it and will now decide whether it is worth shelling $60 a yr for membership.
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Post by: jakodai on March 11, 2012, 12:01:16 pm
I've been a member at Costco in Melbourne for about a month now, and I think I've already covered my membership fee in savings. It's great! You just need to know how much you normally pay for things.
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Post by: courton on March 11, 2012, 10:17:11 pm
The only problem is you need a lot of space to store the multiples.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 11, 2012, 10:49:00 pm
I used to shop at Costco but then a Sam's Club opened and offered their own credit card - no membership fee if you spend above a certain amount and if you let the balance run, low interest (I pay mine off every month).  And it has the advantage that I can also use it at Walmart and twice a year they give $50.00 cash cards if you spend a minimum amount (usually 500.00 in a three-month period - not difficult for me.  So it is a much better deal that the Costco membership. 

Except for the first year - when I didn't have it for a full year and was still doing some shopping at Costco, I have not paid the membership fee or any interest and have received several cash cards.  Their gasoline is as cheap as Costco. 

My neighbor tells me the lines to fill up at the gas pumps at Costco are very long because the gas there is quite a bit cheaper than even at the "generic" gas stations.   
We think the price of gas is pretty high but a visitor from Scotland said that our gas was cheap compared to what they pay.

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Post by: faffa_70 on March 11, 2012, 10:54:09 pm
we were paying about  $1.52 a litre here last week Andie and that by no means would have been the most expensive in Australia  ;) ;) Not sure how to do the conversions to get it to USD per gallon but I am sure you will somehow knowing you!!!  :-* :-*
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Post by: dede on March 11, 2012, 10:57:01 pm
I am paying $1.61 for premium unleaded here in Tassie.
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Post by: medusa on March 11, 2012, 11:41:39 pm
well I think it is 3.8 litres per Us Gallon so it is approx equivalent to $5.77 (if you are paying $1.52 a litre).  Not sure what you pay in the US per gallon

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on March 12, 2012, 12:08:28 am
Gas at the Mobil station down the road from me is 4.42/gal for  the lowest grade.  Premium is 5.09.
Diesel is 4.85, which is making it touch on independent truckers - and for the rest of us, really drives up the price of groceries and everything else that is transported by truck.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on March 12, 2012, 03:12:25 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on March 11, 2012, 10:54:09 pm
we were paying about  $1.52 a litre here last week Andie and that by no means would have been the most expensive in Australia  ;) ;) Not sure how to do the conversions to get it to USD per gallon but I am sure you will somehow knowing you!!!  :-* :-*

that was just regular unleaded but don't think the premium was that much here Dede - sure hurts the hip pocket when you have big cars!!
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Post by: cookie1 on March 12, 2012, 03:27:40 am
We use diesel and our 4 x 4 takes 100 litres at a time. Makes a dent in the pocket, especially when we are travelling and may fill up twice in a day. It's still fun travelling though.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 12, 2012, 06:28:25 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 12, 2012, 03:27:40 am
We use diesel and our 4 x 4 takes 100 litres at a time. Makes a dent in the pocket, especially when we are travelling and may fill up twice in a day. It's still fun travelling though.

I got rid of my big motorhome before fuel prices skyrocketed - when I stopped showing dogs on a regular basis - it had a 120 gallon tank and that would take a huge chunk of change nowadays. 
I think diesel was around 70 cents a gallon when I sold it.   Back then diesel was much cheaper than gas - before all the emission controls went into effect and the fuel had to be reprocessed to make it burn cleaner. 
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Post by: cookie1 on March 12, 2012, 06:48:22 am
We've stuck with diesel as it burns cooler than petrol. Great if we are towing the caravan in 40+ degree heat. (like today :'()
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 12, 2012, 07:26:18 am
Here diesel is £1.43 per litre and unleaded petrol £1.37 per litre.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 12, 2012, 08:26:17 am
In our part of france cost of unleaded ranges from 1.62 to 1.89 euros per litre depending which station you go to and for diesel 1.41 to 1.42 in general with the exception of the odd station especially those on or near motorways who skyrocket their prices but often prices can range on the same day up to 25 cents difference per litre so pays to know where to fill up.. Most people go to the supermarket stations as they are all fairly competitive.. Such as auchan, leclerc, intermarche, carrefour etc.  The cheapet by far is gas but very few people are equipped for gas in their cars..
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Post by: dede on March 12, 2012, 08:46:55 am
Gee might be cheaper to go back to horse and cart ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on March 12, 2012, 09:10:55 am
Wish we had aussie or us petrol prices... And like everywhere they kep going up and up plus france has ridiculous tolls (anyone who has driven on french motorways would know that) ... I often imagine the look on aussie travellers faces when they get to a toll and the persons tells them that will be 38 euros thankyou..Sorry 3.80??? Non thirty eight euros Lol

I remembrr when sydney sids used to freak at the 2 dollar toll charge in and out of the city then boycotted the new west ring road was it because of toll chargges but it was only 5 dollars or something.. Tteehee it can be much worse!

The first time friends or family come over they always get shocked at the cost of tolls and have rarely worked it into their budget!... THe further south you go the more expensive it seems.. An eg  when wr lved up north and also an hour and a half from paris the toll was 8 euros and for roughly the same distance but south of paris it was around 20 and now its 25 and rising.. You go further south again and thats where you get the 40 euro plus tolls which they cheekily break up into two or more tolls !!  Dont get me started on taxes lol
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Post by: andiesenji on March 12, 2012, 05:21:31 pm
Quote from: dede on March 12, 2012, 08:46:55 am
Gee might be cheaper to go back to horse and cart ;D ;D

Not at the current price of hay, at least around here, plus oats, which have increased considerably since people began eating more to lower cholesterol. :D

Of course with the horse you also get an excellent for gardens by-product but then have to hire someone to shovel it! ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on March 12, 2012, 06:22:41 pm
 :D :D :D
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Post by: dede on March 12, 2012, 07:14:33 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on March 12, 2012, 05:21:31 pm
Quote from: dede on March 12, 2012, 08:46:55 am
Gee might be cheaper to go back to horse and cart ;D ;D

Not at the current price of hay, at least around here, plus oats, which have increased considerably since people began eating more to lower cholesterol. :D

Of course with the horse you also get an excellent for gardens by-product but then have to hire someone to shovel it! ;D

Ok will scrap the horse idea (sounds to complicated) :)
Maybe a push bike then :)
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Post by: obbie on March 13, 2012, 06:17:22 am
go for the petrol pony. 4x4 motorbike.....

Fuel is about $1.70  . we have 5 cars on the road.  ouch. 
Trying to cut my fuel bill down.
Robyn
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Post by: maddy on March 15, 2012, 03:20:44 am
Finally I get to throw my horrid scan pan casserole pot out!

Kitchenware direct have on special a Swiss Diamond 3L casserole pot, and 24 cm fry pan for $149...free shipping.  RRP $498  ;D I couldn't ignore 70% off  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/Swiss-Diamond-2pc-Set-w-24cm-Frypan.jpg?t=1331781435)

Lid fits both pieces
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Post by: gertbysea on March 15, 2012, 03:25:15 am
I love my scan pans  but..........lol!

Gert


Good shopping maddy
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Post by: maddy on March 15, 2012, 03:29:33 am
You must be lucky Gert  :P
I have now had a frypan and casserole pot, both have food sticking to the base!  >:(  drives me insane!
I only use medium to low heat, never use sprays or olive oil in them, and wash by hand.
I know there was a faulty batch produced, and they were replacing many of them....but I bought mine long after that period.

I do love swiss diamond.....and I only buy them when on a huge special.....they're so expensive!
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Post by: courton on March 15, 2012, 03:33:08 am
I recently contacted scan pan since my fry pan starting to pucker.

What is Swiss diamond version Maddy?
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Post by: gertbysea on March 15, 2012, 03:42:31 am
I guess I have been lucky as most of my Scan pans are over 12 years old. They do not look so pretty but they still don't stick or pucker but if I went to kiss one it might.  ;D ;D

Still, it is always nice to have a new pot.

Gert
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on March 15, 2012, 03:45:54 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 15, 2012, 03:42:31 am
They do not look so pretty but they still don't stick or pucker but if I went to kiss one it might.  ;D ;D

Gert


 (http://www.graphicsgrotto.com/nextgensmileys/love/images/smlove4.gif)  (http://www.graphicsgrotto.com/)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on March 15, 2012, 09:08:36 am
Hooray!! Helene has her spatulas (http://thermomix.superkitchenmachine.com/) back in stock so just ordered mine. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 15, 2012, 09:22:58 am
Oh goodie I want another couple and some brushes. I NEED at least 2 every time I cook. They are brilliant.

Gert
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Post by: jeninwa on March 15, 2012, 09:50:44 am
I have been thinking about getting some more spatulas as well, it's the only one I use now. All the others are going, I have one at home and one on the yacht. Need a few spares, the little brushes are great, use it for all kinds of cleaning jobs.
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Post by: dede on March 15, 2012, 09:52:54 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 15, 2012, 03:42:31 am
I guess I have been lucky as most of my Scan pans are over 12 years old. They do not look so pretty but they still don't stick or pucker but if I went to kiss one it might.  ;D ;D

Still, it is always nice to have a new pot.

Gert

;D ;D funny funny Gert
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Post by: RosieB on March 15, 2012, 01:31:48 pm
I recently cleared out my pots'n'pans drawers, cupboards etc and shipped it all off to the local op shop.
Anything that had started to stick or hadn't been used recently went.
I just kept my cast iron Tagine for most cooking.  One big pot for cooking the dogs food and a small cast aluminium pan for general veg etc.  Plus several cast pots that get used during winter on the wood fire.
TC does most stuff now..

It was sooo nice to clear out all of the clutter.
DH would like to do the same with my Cake pan drawer,  But no way.   :o
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 15, 2012, 01:51:30 pm
All my pots and pans are gone too RB  :D didn't keep one. My DH would like to get to my cake tin cupboard too but NO ONE touches them  :D
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Post by: Tasty on March 15, 2012, 01:55:40 pm
Oh ladies...if I'd known I would've come and taken a few off your hands so my baby daughter could use them to bang on  ;D

I was having a look in my cupboards to see what spare items I had for her to play with but unfortunately I need everything and the things I don't are too dangerous for her.

Decluttering is great though isn't it?? I'm slowly trying to declutter the whole house - the study will take the longest I think.
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Post by: judydawn on March 15, 2012, 11:27:49 pm
I am too scared to give away too many of my pots and pans in case I have to live without my TMX for a couple of weeks.  I have given one of my large stock pots away but thank goodness I did keep the other one as I would have had nothing in which to cook the crabs that were given to us last week.  If I get the chance to teach DH's grand-daughters how to cook, it would have to be using pots and pans and not the TMX as there is never any likelihood they will be getting a TMX. Maybe they will end up with all my pots and pans, who knows what's down the track.
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Post by: courton on March 16, 2012, 01:45:08 am
Well, in the good news front re pans, I sent my scan pan to the distributor since it was starting to pucker. Today I received a replacement pan without fuss. Great service.
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Post by: obbie on March 16, 2012, 05:25:06 am
 :) Great news, just what we needed for a friday.

Just ready for the weekend.

Robyn
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Post by: cookie1 on March 16, 2012, 05:30:38 am
I bought another 2 Tshirts/tops to take away this morning. I really didn't need them but one pair of coloured jeans I bought last week didn't really go with any of my tops. These were on special as most of the summer wear is.
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Post by: courton on March 16, 2012, 05:55:42 am
Those are the type of reasons I use when I want to justify clothing purchases - to myself! :) :) :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 16, 2012, 06:00:59 am
Aw shucks do we need ever to justify shopping ;D ;D ;D

Just do it I say. Ok sometimes you have to hide it. My husband hides stuff. I found a pair of white shorts the other day in his closet. Don,'t know how  long they have been there but  I think he is not game to wear them.

Gert
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Post by: hools003 on March 16, 2012, 06:14:24 am
I bought 4 tops for myself, some sheets for my son, then was walking past homeart and they had pizza makers for $39.99 so I HAD to have it! Hehe. Pizza for dinner me thinks.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 16, 2012, 06:53:52 am
Shopping is what makes the world go round.

 DH comes home from Bunnings with sandpaper to rub down the new, old car he is getting ready for painting and because it is so fine it's reasonably expensive. I don't need to justify my Tshirts/tops. In fact when I showed him he asked if I could throw some out as he needs soft rags for..............the car of course. Gotta love him.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 16, 2012, 08:22:10 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 16, 2012, 06:53:52 am

In fact when I showed him he asked if I could throw some out as he needs soft rags for..............the car of course.


he's got a one track mind  :D
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Post by: nazar on March 16, 2012, 10:15:13 am
while l was in margaret river  at the bookshop there getting a book l had ordered for my son
my husband turned around and said ''hey honey  thats the book you were talking about''
 there on the top shelf was the book called for ' food sake  by tenina '
l could not believe my eyes .  so it got added to my order  and l thought l just saved  the price of postage   and the shop owner and l had a lovely thermomix talk  as she owned one too . l told her about this great  forum  and how popular the book is she said she has sold lots of  the books
 the  book  looks like such a beauiful book  and the photos look very delious  l cant wait to get the kids to bed so l can read it .
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Post by: gertbysea on March 16, 2012, 10:45:25 am
Now that is a lovely story Nazar.

Gretch
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 16, 2012, 11:34:57 am
I'm off to buy at least one new business shirt tomorrow and some new ties.  I bought a shirt the other week only to find that none of my ties really do it justice.  I knew of a menswear store in West Perth that is closing down.  I hope to get a bargain. Plus it is across the road from my favorite running store.  I don't really need anything from there but I will have a look anyway.

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Post by: judydawn on March 16, 2012, 11:38:02 am
Bet you come away with something from the running store Dashingden ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on March 16, 2012, 07:21:03 pm
Quote from: Dashingden on March 16, 2012, 11:34:57 am
I'm off to buy at least one new business shirt tomorrow and some new ties.  I bought a shirt the other week only to find that none of my ties really do it justice.  I knew of a menswear store in West Perth that is closing down.  I hope to get a bargain. Plus it is across the road from my favorite running store.  I don't really need anything from there but I will have a look anyway.



Love that  Dashingden.  I don't think they even sell ties in Cairns  and it is much too hot or  too wet to run here either though I do hear the Hash House Harriers run  past my house from time  to time on their way to the local pub.

Gert
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 16, 2012, 11:24:58 pm
I went to Tenina's cooking class yesterday, and bought her book FFS which I've been hanging out for, what a lovely book, couldn't put it down last night, also purchased some of the lovely vanilla bean paste..and a spatula from the Super Kitchen machine.  
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Post by: gertbysea on March 16, 2012, 11:31:55 pm
Aussie Brenda you are so lucky to have been to Teninia's class. Fantastic. You are going to love the spatula,and will want another for sure.

That is both the cooking class and a spatula. ;D

Gert
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 17, 2012, 05:41:36 am
I bought three business shirts. All 100% cotton, one white, one white with blues and grey pinstripes and one purple (probably closer to mauve). I also bought a tie. It is not one I would have picked myself but the man in the shop advised me to try it and it looked good with all three shirts as well as one that I had bought at this shop a few weeks ago.

I only bought some Gu Chomps from the running store.  They are like jelly lollies but have electrolytes in them to replace what you loose while sweating.   
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 17, 2012, 05:52:07 am
Oh Gert I did buy two spatula's with the intention of giving one to my SIL but the decision on this is still being decided.  The cooking class was a lot of fun, Tenina is a entertainer as well as a good cook I hope she gets up to Cairns for all you up there.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 17, 2012, 06:01:47 am
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on March 17, 2012, 05:52:07 am
Oh Gert I did buy two spatula's with the intention of giving one to my SIL but the decision on this is still being decided.  The cooking class was a lot of fun, Tenina is a entertainer as well as a good cook I hope she gets up to Cairns for all you up there.


That would be lovely. Be interesting to see how many consultants would show up. I say keep the Spatula. You will need it.

Gert
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Post by: thermo18 on March 17, 2012, 06:13:45 am
Today I went to the Mandurah Crab Fest and the Good Guys were selling Sunbeam 4 pie makers for $58 were $72 so i just had to get one lol just what I need for the cooler months, we had last night Beef Diane which I must say was lovely and now the left overs will be made into pies for tonight  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on March 17, 2012, 06:17:57 am
And you can make a quick crust in the TMX. What a saving. LOL,

How was the crab?

Gert
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Post by: thermo18 on March 17, 2012, 06:26:51 am
Gertbysea lol I don't like crabs, but there was a lot of other foods to try  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 17, 2012, 07:14:58 am
I've always thought about going down to the Crab fest. Perhaps next year. This year I'm trying to get everything done before we fly off to Singapore. Poor DH he has to mind the pets and the house. He flatly refuses to come with us.
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 17, 2012, 10:22:40 am
I bought a new baking tray for DD. She didn't own one I wanted to make some biscuits so Dad had to buy her a new baking tray.  I may have to buy her some new knives, I can't stand using her's.

I also ordered For Food's Sake from Tenina's website for me along with a copy of Dinner Spinner for DD. I am a really good Dad.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 17, 2012, 10:47:16 am
It sounds like it. :D :D

DD earns about twice what I ever earned but I still love to buy her bits and pieces. That's what parents do and why they are loved.  Keep it up Dashingden. Good luck for your run.
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Post by: dede on March 17, 2012, 10:51:06 am
Quote from: Dashingden on March 17, 2012, 10:22:40 am
I bought a new baking tray for DD. She didn't own one I wanted to make some biscuits so Dad had to buy her a new baking tray.  I may have to buy her some new knives, I can't stand using her's.

I also ordered For Food's Sake from Tenina's website for me along with a copy of Dinner Spinner for DD. I am a really good Dad.

That you are Dashingden :)
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Post by: judydawn on March 17, 2012, 01:13:27 pm
Sounds like your DD's are indeed lucky to have a generous and loving Dad Dashingden - keep it up but don't forget the DW too  ;)
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Post by: Tasty on March 17, 2012, 02:39:44 pm
Can anyone tell me where to purchase a vertical baking tray rack - one that holds them upright rather than horizontally and can fit different widths eg muffin pans.

A shop in Perth or online from Australia would be great.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 17, 2012, 04:52:19 pm
If you are storing them inside a cabinet with a top, you can use the straight spring-tension curtain rods (for small windows) to make vertical dividers, 2 per section. 

I have a divider for vertical storage of sheet pans &etc., but it is large, 36 inches wide and made for commercial kitchens.  Most homes don't have cabinets that wide. 

In U.S. measurements they start at 18 inches long - like the white ones on this page (http://www.sears.com/search=curtain%20spring%20tension%20rod?storeId=10153&isSEOCanonURL=true&catalogId=12605&keyword=curtain+spring+tension+rod&i_cntr=1332002720413).

Here's an example. (http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning-organizing/easy-organizing-cookware#slide-1)
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Post by: goldfish on March 17, 2012, 09:11:50 pm
Brilliant idea, andiesenji!  Thank you! 
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Post by: Frozzie on March 17, 2012, 09:20:14 pm
Yes great idea... I am Constantly fighting with pans in my cupboards.. Will have to check tomorrow if they can sit the width if the cupboard space
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Post by: judydawn on March 17, 2012, 10:38:30 pm
Thank you Andie, what would we do without your brilliant help. Such a simple idea that I for one would never have thought of myself.  I would think it might work in deep drawers too with the rods placed horizontally from front to back of the drawer as long as the drawers were deep enough.
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Post by: Halex on March 17, 2012, 10:41:05 pm
Yes you are a good dad DashingDen.

Good point JD, dont forget your DW.

DH fav saying

Happy Wife, Happy Life ;D

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 17, 2012, 10:54:56 pm
Quote from: judydawn on March 17, 2012, 10:38:30 pm
Thank you Andie, what would we do without your brilliant help. Such a simple idea that I for one would never have thought of myself.  I would think it might work in deep drawers too with the rods placed horizontally from front to back of the drawer as long as the drawers were deep enough.

Great minds JD I was thinking of the drawer under the oven. Now where to find little rods like,these. I have never actually,seen them here. Have you?

Geet
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Post by: judydawn on March 17, 2012, 10:59:06 pm
Yes Gert, have them in my bathroom and toilet windows.  They fit inside the framework and save you having to drill holes. I got mine from Spotlight but I'd say any hardward shop should sell them.
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Post by: courton on March 17, 2012, 11:09:09 pm
Great idea Andiesenjie! Will investigate it for my kitchen as well.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 17, 2012, 11:23:57 pm
Quote from: judydawn on March 17, 2012, 10:59:06 pm
Yes Gert, have them in my bathroom and toilet windows.  They fit inside the framework and save you having to drill holes. I got mine from Spotlight but I'd say any hardward shop should sell them.

Great minds again JD I was thinking Spotlight. Trust andiesenji so send us off on a shopping spree. So simple. So useful. Thank you andiesenji.

Gert
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 17, 2012, 11:26:31 pm
For those that don't have a cupboard or a drawer that you can put the rods into, I have a large wire basket that I fit mine into vertically and can just slide the basket in and out of the cupboard. It has made life so much easier I can tell you.  ;) ;) Will see if I can finally manage to get a photo uploaded onto the forum  :-)) :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 18, 2012, 01:57:35 am
its a great idea. I suppose you could even visit a stationery supplier as I have seen those wire contraptions used in offices when you want to group files together on the desk
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Post by: cookie1 on March 18, 2012, 06:31:20 am
Brilliant thinking Andie and Kathryn. My cupboard with ALL the cake tins in is loaded. If anyone else other than me puts things away they all fall out on top of them. A few curtain rods upright in the cupboard will be great.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 18, 2012, 07:19:29 am
Been there often cookie lol and when im dong alot of cooking i put alot of my pots and pans etc on the dining table so i have a good 3 or so metres to spread them all out (drives dh crazy though) .., its the only way i can easily a cess what i want without everything falling out... Im space poor here

Mentioned yesterday to dh about what i want to get done in the house this year and he panicked a little lol and told me to write it all down and prioritise them.. Hrrmmm the list is long.. He also added the stuff that NEEDS doing lol and not what i want to be done as he doesnt want three pages of projects hihi
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Post by: Tasty on March 19, 2012, 08:23:20 am
Thank you for that suggestion Andie. Great solution and useful for others too, I see.

I am hoping to get to Spotlight soon for some other stuff, so hope I find some there. In the meantime, if anyone else finds them can you tell me where (in Perth) and how much?

I'm trying to make the best use of the little space I have and those baking pans were just annoying me.

The other solution I found was a toast rack but it seems they are only available in the US.
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Post by: judydawn on March 19, 2012, 09:14:12 am
Tasty, in Australia I am not sure if you can get small ones but what I did when I wanted them for a small toilet and laundry window was to buy a length of curtain rod and the 2 fittings for either end.  They sell them in packets, just tell the salesperson what you are wanting to do and they will help you out.  Have your drawer or cupboard measurements with you and they will help you with how many lengths of rod and how many sets of ends you will need.  Cut the first rod and try it for size with the ends on it before cutting them all, just in case there needs to be some adjusting to get a good tight fit.
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Post by: andiesenji on March 19, 2012, 05:52:24 pm
Quote from: Tasty on March 19, 2012, 08:23:20 am
Thank you for that suggestion Andie. Great solution and useful for others too, I see.

I am hoping to get to Spotlight soon for some other stuff, so hope I find some there. In the meantime, if anyone else finds them can you tell me where (in Perth) and how much?

I'm trying to make the best use of the little space I have and those baking pans were just annoying me.

The other solution I found was a toast rack but it seems they are only available in the US.

Check at office supply stores for file folder organizers (http://www.discountofficeitems.com/office-supplies/desk-organizers/desk-organizers-holders/desktop-file-sorters/fellowes-desktop-organizer-sections-wire-black/p49360.html?source=adwords&utm_source=rkg&utm_medium=none&utm_campaign=non-brand&ref=adwords&gclid=CM2Fh6LC864CFSoGRQodpTyuKA)

Although the wires are not strong enough to support larger sheet pans and deeper pans, cupcake pans, etc., will not fit.

There are other types (http://compare.ebay.com/like/160476312839?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar), but I've tried several and while they work fine for flattish pan lids, they don't do so well for larger items.  I do have a couple I use to display some of my cast iron corn stick pans, but they are quite heavy and I've not seen them in the store (Staples) for a few years.  
I think I have a photo some where and if I can find it I will add it to this post.

found a photo I posted in an eGullet topic a few years ago about storing cast iron specialty molds and baking pans.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/castironpanrack.jpg)
This rack has much heavier "wires" than most you can find today.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 20, 2012, 10:37:14 am
Some makeup, a pair of shoes, another pair of sunglasses and sundry bits and pieces.
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Post by: judydawn on March 20, 2012, 10:39:57 am
It's all started then Cookie  :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 20, 2012, 11:23:10 am
Andiesenji I like your collection of cast iron corn stick pans.  I do like a good corn bread but you don't often see it made in the molds.
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Post by: Tasty on March 20, 2012, 12:24:55 pm
I went to Spotlight today and couldn't find any small curtain tension rods and didn't want to cut larger ones.

However I did find a plate rack which suits my purposes and it was only $6. Here are two photos: one as it is, and one as a bakeware organiser.

(http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z359/Fotographies/P1020883.jpg)

(http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z359/Fotographies/P1020884.jpg)
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Post by: andiesenji on March 20, 2012, 04:12:32 pm
Brilliant!  Wish I could find one just like that.  Here they are all that white plastic-covered wire that gets grungy/gummy and are so difficult to clean - put them in the dishwasher and the plastic coating cracks.  Arrrrrgh!
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Post by: judydawn on March 20, 2012, 10:21:01 pm
That certainly does the job Tasty - would have been much cheaper for you too. 
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Post by: gertbysea on March 20, 2012, 10:38:07 pm
Gosh now I  have to,go to Spotlight. Does his shopping never end??

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on March 20, 2012, 11:42:50 pm
Quote from: Dashingden on March 20, 2012, 11:23:10 am
Andiesenji I like your collection of cast iron corn stick pans.  I do like a good corn bread but you don't often see it made in the molds.

I've got several of the "corn cob" shaped pans, one that has a saguaro cactus shape, a pineapple, stars and shells. 
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Post by: obbie on March 21, 2012, 02:11:13 am
shopping never ends.......
just keeps on going........



Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on March 21, 2012, 03:05:00 am
Andiesenji you are a wonder.

Went to Spotlight here in Cairns. They have nothing like the rack. Tasty bought. Can't stand that store anyway. It is full of women who know what to do with all that crafty stuff. Makes me feel inadequate.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 21, 2012, 03:32:36 am
Gertbysea, i thought that too.

who has the time for all the craft stuff.
i'm too busy cooking.

Robyn
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Post by: Frozzie on March 21, 2012, 06:43:30 am
I went a d bought so e spring rods and put them in yesterday... Thankyou andie wrked. Brilliantly and much easier to grab something 😃

Now just needto organise the rest of my cupboards!!
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Post by: Twitterpated on March 21, 2012, 08:31:57 am
Two tickets to Fiji to stay on a secluded island for three nights and then transfer to another island to tour around from.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 21, 2012, 09:32:38 am
You win twitterpated. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 21, 2012, 11:49:28 pm
All I bought today was a washing machine for $2000
Delivered and installed at 7 am.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on March 22, 2012, 12:08:13 am
You are kidding me. Delivered and installed at 0700. Surely you do not live in Australia. LOL What store was that? I will definitely  want to shop there.

Gert.
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Post by: obbie on March 22, 2012, 04:58:46 am
Bought from Cairns, delivered this morning at 7am.
Very happy with service.

Robyn :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 22, 2012, 05:30:39 am
That is a real  OMG moment to think a store from Cairns delivered a washing machines to you at 0700. Was that Hardly Normal?  Cairns to my  house in Caravonica  about 15 minute away can take three days, cost at least $50 and they can never ever come first thing in the morning.
 
Lucky girl.

Gert.
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 22, 2012, 09:20:46 am
I just had retic installed.  They started on Tuesday and it is all finished today.  Not really shopping but close.  Next I am going to refurbish my laundry.
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Post by: kezza on March 22, 2012, 09:26:52 am
Just returned from a week down South for hubby's 60th and we bought quite a bit of wine from Wills Domain, Howard Park and Cape Mentelle.  DH also bought some scales and nearly had a fit when he saw how much he weighed!
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Post by: cookie1 on March 22, 2012, 01:34:03 pm
I love Howard Park wines.
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 22, 2012, 02:13:01 pm
I like Wills Domain Sem Sav.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 22, 2012, 07:41:31 pm
I love all wine.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 23, 2012, 12:10:33 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 22, 2012, 07:41:31 pm
I love all wine.

Ditto
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2012, 12:20:06 am
Ditto
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2012, 12:25:22 am
I'd love to ditto too but I don't drink red - only sweet whites and any cocktail you'd like to make me  ;)
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Post by: JulieO on March 23, 2012, 01:47:26 am
I only drink bubbles, can't handle any reds.  :)

Today I picked up the kaffir lime tree that I ordered.  I also bought a bay tree too, so will have no worries now when needing either of these 2 things, and unlike waiting for fruit to grow, the leaves are there already.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2012, 01:56:12 am
Too true Julie, I have a bay tree and it's lovely to be able to just walk outside and pick one or two plus give boughs away to friends who dry them.  I prefer fresh to anything dried though.  Was the kaffir lime tree expensive?  For the limited use I would get from it and probably not too many who would be interested in receiving the leaves for their cooking, I think it is probably not necessary. 
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Post by: JulieO on March 23, 2012, 02:21:11 am
No Judy, only $29.95 and is a good size.  :)
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Post by: goldfish on March 23, 2012, 02:36:55 am
One of my favourite dishes is the Thai Chicken Curry from the EDC - I change the colour of the paste at whim - green is the flavour of the month at the moment - and play around with the added vegetables.  I'd be lost without my fresh kaffir leaves - have two trees in pots.  Now, thanks to the forum, I understand that I can use the fruit as well . . . something I was not aware of - and to think I've tossed a lot of fruit over the years!  :'( :'(
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Post by: gertbysea on March 23, 2012, 02:41:13 am
Goldfish I can't believe you tossed out the kaffir limes. I would die for such a tree!  LOL!

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on March 23, 2012, 03:17:23 am
Gert . . . neither can I  :o :o :o  (hangs head, sits in corner with face to wall! :'( :'( :'()
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2012, 03:42:58 am
I love kaffir limes.
I just go pick the limes, and leaves from next door when I need them.

I have a big box of bush lemons off my tree today. 
Robyn
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Post by: JulieO on March 23, 2012, 03:47:21 am
Oh, Oh, Oh, I didn't realise the actual fruit is okay to use  :-)) Do you just use them in the same way as 'normal' limes  ???  :D

It felt so good picking off a bay leaf a couple of mins ago to add to what I'm cooking, thrilled much!  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2012, 04:06:55 am
Where have we been Julie  :-))  I also thought you only grew kaffir lime trees for their leaves.  :o  All the more reason to get one now  ;)
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Post by: goldfish on March 23, 2012, 04:30:57 am
There's certainly not a great deal of juice but the zest packs quite a taste punch in Thai curries, etc.
 Have a look at these . . .  :)    (Should we start a new thread here?)

http://www.thaifoodandtravel.com/ingredients/klime.html

http://www.smh.com.au/news/good-living/kaffir-limes-and-leaves/2008/09/01/1220121114890.html

http://australiancaterers.com.au/event-recipe-tip-details.php?id=25

http://www.au.gardenweb.com/forums/load/cornucop/msg0405154227223.html

and this one from gardenweb link!
http://nymag.com/travel/spring/2006/sydney/index3.html
 (for kaffir marmalade - person who posted this link suggested either on their own or mixed with other citrus)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on March 23, 2012, 04:59:02 am
My wonderful DH gave me some money to buy something special. Instructions "Do not spend on DS, DH or the house. Must be something special to remember my Dad".

Off to the jewellers I went and purchased a new diamond ring LOL. Just waiting for it to be resized.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 23, 2012, 05:27:03 am
Now that is a real man. How lovely.

Gretch
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2012, 05:33:48 am
Dizzy, that is so special.

 :-*

Robyn
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Post by: Frozzie on March 23, 2012, 06:26:30 am
That is special and a lovely dh 😊😊😊
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Post by: dede on March 23, 2012, 06:40:10 am
That is wonderful DG and very special. Hugs
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2012, 06:52:21 am
DG, what a wonderful husband you must have - to know how special your dear Dad was to you and to want you to have something other than happy memories to remember him by.  Bless him.
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 23, 2012, 06:59:02 am
I have to say DG that you DH is a KEEPER  :D :D :D :D
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Post by: Very Happy Jan on March 23, 2012, 07:59:34 am
DG what a lovely thing for your DH to do. He sure is a keeper  :-* :-*
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 23, 2012, 10:18:59 am
DG what a lovely DH you have,and what a wonderful way to remember your Dad.
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Post by: mcmich on March 23, 2012, 06:22:30 pm
What a lovely way to remember your Dad. Something you will be able to wear everyday.
A very thoughtful husband indeed.
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Post by: JulieO on March 23, 2012, 09:41:20 pm
Quote from: goldfish on March 23, 2012, 04:30:57 am
There's certainly not a great deal of juice but the zest packs quite a taste punch in Thai curries, etc.
 Have a look at these . . .  :)    (Should we start a new thread here?)

http://www.thaifoodandtravel.com/ingredients/klime.html

http://www.smh.com.au/news/good-living/kaffir-limes-and-leaves/2008/09/01/1220121114890.html

http://australiancaterers.com.au/event-recipe-tip-details.php?id=25

http://www.au.gardenweb.com/forums/load/cornucop/msg0405154227223.html

and this one from gardenweb link!
http://nymag.com/travel/spring/2006/sydney/index3.html
 (for kaffir marmalade - person who posted this link suggested either on their own or mixed with other citrus)

Thanks for posting all those links goldfish.  I've bookmarked them to have a read.  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on March 23, 2012, 10:43:53 pm
Here's some info for folks who have or are getting the new iPad 3.

Keep it charging for two hours after it shows 100% charge.  Apparently the software that controls the charging is operating on an "average charge rate" protocol.

The link to the article is here (http://mashable.com/2012/03/23/ipad-battery-indicator-problem/#comment-18073481).
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Post by: gertbysea on March 23, 2012, 11:17:39 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on March 23, 2012, 10:43:53 pm
Here's some info for folks who have or are getting the new iPad 3.

Keep it charging for two hours after it shows 100% charge.  Apparently the software that controls the charging is operating on an "average charge rate" protocol.

The link to the article is here (http://mashable.com/2012/03/23/ipad-battery-indicator-problem/#comment-18073481).

You are worth your weight my friend. I always charge my iPad overnight  but for those who don't very good advice.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2012, 06:57:03 am
Wow, I haven' t peeked for a day ot two and there's heaps to read.
Yesterday DD had a total makeover at Dior and glamour photos done. She then spent quite a bit as with the dollar the way it is and we get the GST back here it's a good price.
Today it was my turn. I spent about an hour having my makeup done for the photo shoot. I even had a manicure. Then the photo shoot. It was hilarious. Head up, chin out etc. then I would get the giggles and so did the photographer.
I had such fun and all for free. Dior were having a big promotion. The makeup is heavier then I would normally wear, but it was special.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 24, 2012, 07:05:13 am
Oh you glamour girls you.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on March 24, 2012, 07:12:56 am
Sounds like fun cookie.. Do we get to see the photos??? 😉😉
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Post by: judydawn on March 24, 2012, 08:11:21 am
Oh yes please Cookie.  Did you still look like yourself.  I once had my 18 year old niece at the time make me up and when I looked in the mirror I didn't recognise myself  :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2012, 10:18:16 am
I'll try and do a photo when I get home.
No Judy I don't look like myself. I sort of do but the eye makeup is very much heavier than I would ever wear.
I had great fun though. The final photo that he printed has been air brushed, no laughter lines or crinkles. A quick way to have a face lift, and the only way I'm ever likely to do it.
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Post by: judydawn on March 24, 2012, 10:29:02 am
Can't wait to see it Cookie and to hear DH's reaction too  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 24, 2012, 10:51:06 am
What great fun you're having with your DD Cookie :)
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Post by: Frozzie on March 24, 2012, 11:25:18 am
Cant wait either... 😃😃😃
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 24, 2012, 02:09:30 pm
please post it cookie I want to see it  ;D
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Post by: obbie on March 24, 2012, 10:50:01 pm
 :) Cookie I would like to see it too.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on March 24, 2012, 10:53:04 pm
Yes my DH is definately a keeper. I think I need to get him something for all he has done for us in the past few months.
He worked hard so I could spend everyday with dad and not have to go into the shop to work.
He also held my dads hand and told him how much we all love him until he passed. He still sees my dad in his deceased state when he closes his eyes and this haunts him, but he said he would do it again for me if needed.

He is the best hubby a girl could have and I am sure my dad is very proud of him and the choice I made.

DG  :-*
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Post by: Frozzie on March 24, 2012, 11:23:49 pm
You can tell him it does get better dg.. Its been almost two months since my mil passed and i couldnt get her deceased body image or her last days out of my head so much so i wasnt really sleeping because of it but now although not at all forgotten the image isnt so vivid and present.. I think its not only the loss of a loved one that is hard but also dealing with death and all that brings..

Great that he is there for you as im sure you are for him...hang in there dg 😊😊😊😊
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Post by: dede on March 24, 2012, 11:31:42 pm
Oh DG I feel for you and your DH.
I remember when my GM was dying and the way she looked, I wasn't there when she did pass away but I'm so glad I was there to let her know how much I loved her and to say goodbye.
I quiet often see elderly lady's who remind me of my grandmother and feel this need to go and cuddle them (but I don't of course) she will always be missed.
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Post by: obbie on March 25, 2012, 04:46:11 am
fruit and veges today, not much.
Robyn
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Post by: cookie1 on March 25, 2012, 10:31:34 am
I'll do my best to post a photo, even if I have to photograph the photo. DD insisted that I don't post one of her.

We're sitting in the Qantas Club at Singapore, having a tiny tipple, purely medicinal to help me sleep on the plane. We are supposed to arrive home about 1am. Then with immigration and customs it' s usually 2am. It will be nice to be home. I feel the need for some plain home cooking.

I spoke to DH today and he went out with friends last night for Italian. He said it was horrible and told me all the things that were wrong with it. I think he is too well fed at home! He also hates eating out.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 25, 2012, 10:42:18 am
You have packed a lot into your short trip.

I'f you took your  photos with your iPad you can post them on here with Tapatalk easily.

If not then it will be a matter of using your PC

I am so happy you had a great break and one we would all love to do especially with our daughters.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on March 27, 2012, 09:54:52 am
I bought myself a miniature kaffir lime tree today - been shopping around looking for a better price than our local garden shop ($60) and found one for $40 - not as good a price as yours JulieO but I was happy with it.  Also picked up a curry leaf plant the other day as well.
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Post by: dede on March 27, 2012, 10:01:55 am
Judy I had a curry plant, I loved the smell of it. Where I used to live we had heaps of wildlife and was told they wouldn't eat it. (oh how wrong they were) they ate it down to the ground :(
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Post by: goldfish on March 27, 2012, 10:17:16 am
JD - you were lucky to get it for that . . I wanted to get one for a friend for his birthday at the weekend . . and the best I could do was $45 - but it was lovely tree - also a dwarf variety.  You won't regret getting it I'm sure.  I remember just a few years ago you could pick them up for a song.

Is this the kind of curry leaf plant you bought?   http://kurma.net/essays/e8.html  I have a couple of these growing in the garden - only smallish ones at the moment but I'm hoping they're happy where they've been planted.  They do make all the difference in curries I think.  Propagation is pretty easy by seed.

There's another "curry plant" that smells wonderful but not good for cooking . . http://www.mountainvalleygrowers.com/heltalicum.htm
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Post by: judydawn on March 27, 2012, 10:35:41 am
Yes goldfish, it's the real deal.  I have also grown the second one in the past, purely for show.
Trudy told me to keep the curry plant in a pot as it suckers so I will do just that and just change pot sizes when (and if) it gets too big for the one it came in. It will need to grow a bit before I can start picking the leaves off this one.
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Post by: JulieO on March 27, 2012, 11:10:18 am
At least you got one Judy and can start to use it straight away.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on March 27, 2012, 11:16:52 am
I've never used fresh kaffir leaves in a recipe before Julie so it will be interesting to see if I even like them  :-))
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Post by: dede on March 27, 2012, 11:57:22 am
Goldfish I had the second curry plant. I loved the smell of it for the short time I had it. I guess the kangaroos loved the taste aswell.
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Post by: JulieO on March 27, 2012, 10:33:04 pm
Quote from: judydawn on March 27, 2012, 11:16:52 am
I've never used fresh kaffir leaves in a recipe before Julie so it will be interesting to see if I even like them  :-))

Me either Judy, have always made do with extra lime zest, but there's something satisfying about using stuff from your own garden that I like.  :D
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Post by: obbie on March 28, 2012, 12:23:31 am
Judy. once you start to use the leaves, you always will.
I love them.
Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on March 28, 2012, 03:11:47 am
This is for Frozzie. I hope she sees it. An obviously irresistible baguette!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-735d-9651.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 28, 2012, 03:18:28 am
Did you make it Gretchen?
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Post by: gertbysea on March 28, 2012, 04:04:39 am
Nah. New French Bakery.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 28, 2012, 06:53:41 am
 :) I have so many limes, and lemons at the moment, I am gong to juice up and freeze, and freeze the zest.

So for shopping, more containers to put it in.
Robyn
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Post by: cookie1 on March 28, 2012, 07:25:09 am
That looks like a real 'husband basher' Gretchen.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 28, 2012, 07:41:17 am
It was absolutely delicious. I ate nearly all of it.

Gretch
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Post by: andiesenji on March 28, 2012, 09:31:19 pm
Drove over to the Middle Eastern market this morning and bought a few goodies.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Specialty%20Groceries%20Ethnic%20and%20etc/HPIM4619.jpg)

Cute little eggplants and some mildly spicy "frying" peppers.
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Specialty%20Groceries%20Ethnic%20and%20etc/HPIM4620.jpg)

Trying canned hummus (hommos) for the first time - not till I have company because it's a big can.
Also a jar of mildly spicy "pepper paste" from Turkey.
And a bag of chickpea flour (to try a hummus recipe using this instead of canned or cooked chickpeas).
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Specialty%20Groceries%20Ethnic%20and%20etc/HPIM4622.jpg)

Also some other things, Israeli cucumbers, baby bananas, some tomatoes and some enormous "globe" onions.
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Post by: dede on March 29, 2012, 12:46:22 am
Yay I finally have my Dishwasher back. About time :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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Post by: Meagan on March 29, 2012, 01:25:40 am
Quote from: dede on March 29, 2012, 12:46:22 am
Yay I finally have my Dishwasher back. About time :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)

Fantastic! Under insurance new or repaired?
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Post by: dede on March 29, 2012, 02:19:50 am
Under insurance and fixed. I got one teaspoon in it now lol.
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Post by: obbie on March 29, 2012, 02:20:41 am
Great news Dede.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 29, 2012, 02:39:46 am
Excellent. We should know the name of the insurance  company  if they did good!

Gert
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Post by: dede on March 29, 2012, 02:43:25 am
CGU insurance were very quick to send me a cheque for the repairs. (shame the repair guy was not so quick) but he is a small business on his own and a lovely old guy. And I survived without it for the last 5-6 weeks. So all good :)
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Post by: AmandaN on March 29, 2012, 03:11:47 am
I know there are a few of you out there that like these free promotional things like me!

I was at Woolworths today and they have a promo on Philly cheese.  Buy 3 Philly products and you get a free pack including a little cookbook with recipes by Suzanne Gibbs, Louise Fulton Keats and Kate Gibbs (Margaret Fultons daughter and grand daughters), an oven mitt and a silicone spatula. 

It is in the online catalogue too.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 29, 2012, 03:29:48 am
Thanks Amanda. I looked when I shopped yesterday but they didn't have it out. Will check before the offer finishes.
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Post by: maddy on March 29, 2012, 11:17:25 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f3f56285.jpg)

And yet another tablecloth that I Just had to have  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/73ad5f2a.jpg)
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Post by: Delightful Den on March 29, 2012, 11:54:36 am
I went car shopping with DD2 and helped her buy a 'new to her' car.  It was not fun. She can be very indecisive and after a half day of looking for a diesel space cab 4wd tray back ute she says maybe I'll get a Falcon XR6 ute.

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Post by: gertbysea on March 29, 2012, 11:58:12 am
Quote from: Dashingden on March 29, 2012, 11:54:36 am
I went car shopping with DD2 and helped her buy a 'new to her' car.  It was not fun. She can be very indecisive and after a half day of looking for a diesel space cab 4wd tray back ute she says maybe I'll get a Falcon XR6 ute.



I love her . She is woman!

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 29, 2012, 03:21:44 pm
maddy do you take your pics off the web somehow or from photo's that you have taken? I'm always surprised that you always have a pic for everything you buy.

ha ha DD - gotta laugh!

Thanks AmandaN - went and picked up the freebies. Philly cheese seems to have found its way into the shopping trolley of late and so I just had to check out the recipe book.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 30, 2012, 06:38:57 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 28, 2012, 03:11:47 am
This is for Frozzie. I hope she sees it. An obviously irresistible baguette!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-735d-9651.jpg)

Seen it 😊😊 and was thinking wow woman im impressed as it looks like a 'proper' baguette.. And not your stock standard type either but more like tradition or the many other types.. I thought you made it and was gob smacked lol.. Did they sell it just as a baguette or did it have a specific name??

Will let dh know that you can get actual baguettes in certain parts of oz lol.. He always says to me if we moved to oz that he would miss cheese bread and charcuterie.. More the air dried/cured types which im sure are banned in oz??

Anyhoo thanks for the pic gretch.. Bet it was yum 😃
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Post by: Frozzie on March 30, 2012, 06:41:44 am
Dede glad to here your dishwasher is back 😃😃

Gretch just out of curiosity what did they charge you or the baguette?
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Post by: cookie1 on March 30, 2012, 08:25:00 am
Dashingden I have to admire a girl that wants a ute. My DD has a 4 x 4. One of her best friends started out with a hilux ute.
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Post by: JulieO on March 30, 2012, 10:08:54 am
Dyson DC41 Animal.  Have had a few Dyson's and always been very happy with.

(http://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/dyson-dc41-animal.jpeg)


Just recently watched this series and saw so much I'd like to make.  ;D

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51J4YzgR4FL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)
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Post by: dede on March 30, 2012, 12:24:10 pm
I love my Dyson as well Julie. I brought my first one 8 years ago and sadly it ended a tragic death (ran over by DH after cleaning his 4x4 :( )
Then I got my new Dyson. I also have a hand held dyson.
They are great little suckers :)
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Post by: JulieO on March 30, 2012, 01:36:15 pm
Oh no, I bet DH wasn't impressed with himself as they aren't cheap. :o
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Post by: dede on March 30, 2012, 09:50:42 pm
No Julie he was too scared to tell me what had happened.
He now uses a cheap vacuum cleaner for those kind of jobs.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 30, 2012, 10:05:31 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on March 30, 2012, 06:41:44 am
Dede glad to here your dishwasher is back 😃😃

Gretch just out of curiosity what did they charge you or the baguette?

Bought it from a newly opened "French" bakery owned by Vietnamese lady I think and it was $3.90. I also bought a country style rye loaf which was $6.50. Yikes! They were both excellent quality and worth the price . I am pretty sure the  baguette was made in the traditional way by the look and shape. They were all different in the bucket  they were sold from.

Yup no such thing as a charcuterie in Cairns but you may find  one in Sydney or Melbourne and you are right they would not be selling all that good stuff. Not even a decent  delli in Cairns. 

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 31, 2012, 12:15:16 am
Gretchen, agree with you, no decent deli in Cairns.
We have nothing here at all on the tablelands.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on March 31, 2012, 12:42:45 am
I bought a really good salami once at the IGA inAtherton but that is about it. Il Convivio opposite Cairns Central  is ok but not a big range . There is a real need here I say. Smithfield Centre tried to get Jones the Grocer from Sydney to open a shop but it came to nothing.

There was a great but short lived Italian/Asian shop opposite . Pity it didn't last .

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 31, 2012, 01:50:07 am
Yeah IGA Atherton used to be good for Italian things,  as they had the Dimbulah store too.
The range has certainly shrunk, but that's where I still shop.

Robyn






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Post by: dede on March 31, 2012, 07:31:25 am
I'm loving woolworths online shopping option at the moment, especially at the moment on crutches.
I don't know what I would do if it wasn't for home deliveries available now.

What a brilliant service.

Although my order come yesterday and I had a few items missing which are supposed to be delivered today by 5.30pm (still no sign of them yet)

Will give them a bit longer before I ring up to find out what's happening with my items?
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Post by: Frozzie on March 31, 2012, 08:20:54 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 30, 2012, 10:05:31 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on March 30, 2012, 06:41:44 am
Dede glad to here your dishwasher is back 😃😃

Gretch just out of curiosity what did they charge you or the baguette?

Bought it from a newly opened "French" bakery owned by Vietnamese lady I think and it was $3.90. I also bought a country style rye loaf which was $6.50. Yikes! They were both excellent quality and worth the price . I am pretty sure the  baguette was made in the traditional way by the look and shape. They were all different in the bucket  they were sold from.

Yup no such thing as a charcuterie in Cairns but you may find  one in Sydney or Melbourne and you are right they would not be selling all that good stuff. Not even a decent  delli in Cairns. 

Gert

Wow thats expensive bread.. Here a baguette on average is 80 to 90 cents (euro) but is a common staple here so get that its going to cost alot more in oz .. Nice that you can get some nice bread though..

Looks traditionsl gert.. Only taste would tell but bit far away lol

😄😄😄
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Post by: snappy on March 31, 2012, 09:50:54 am
Quote from: Frozzie on March 31, 2012, 08:20:54 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 30, 2012, 10:05:31 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on March 30, 2012, 06:41:44 am
Dede glad to here your dishwasher is back 😃😃

Gretch just out of curiosity what did they charge you or the baguette?

Bought it from a newly opened "French" bakery owned by Vietnamese lady I think and it was $3.90. I also bought a country style rye loaf which was $6.50. Yikes! They were both excellent quality and worth the price . I am pretty sure the  baguette was made in the traditional way by the look and shape. They were all different in the bucket  they were sold from.

Yup no such thing as a charcuterie in Cairns but you may find  one in Sydney or Melbourne and you are right they would not be selling all that good stuff. Not even a decent  delli in Cairns. 

Gert

Wow thats expensive bread.. Here a baguette on average is 80 to 90 cents (euro) but is a common staple here so get that its going to cost alot more in oz .. Nice that you can get some nice bread though..

Looks traditionsl gert.. Only taste would tell but bit far away lol

😄😄😄

Actually I thought it was good value!  I pay $7 for a sourdough loaf and $5 for a baguette at Sonoma bakery.  I love sourdough bread but it is something I haven't tried making myself yet.

I wish I could get bread that cheap Frozzie!
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Post by: Frozzie on March 31, 2012, 07:20:32 pm
I think because it is such a french staple and is bought fresh most meals everyday.. Most bakerys have lines well out the door each meal time so i guess its a just price however so many other things that arent like meat.. Very expensive and not the same quality.. But think that comes down to the french loving their meat rare so never cook it and its not bled like aussie meat which makes it tougher when cooked..thats just one thing but meat and cheese are much cheaper than oz..
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Post by: Frozzie on March 31, 2012, 07:22:13 pm
Oh and snappy think there would be an uproar if they charged that much for a baguette however as its a foreign item even though its made locally they get away with it.. Anything foreign seems to be always overpriced..
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 01, 2012, 12:44:52 am
Picked up my new diamond ring yesterday. Very happy with it. Also got myself an iPad 2 as they are reduced in price now :@) yay! Now to work out how to transfer my recipes from pc to iPad
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Post by: cookie1 on April 01, 2012, 06:39:00 am
Wonderful DG, it will always be a loving reminder for you. Not that you will need it.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 01, 2012, 06:43:34 am
Nice to hear dg 😊😊
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 01, 2012, 02:49:15 pm
Bought 2 new pairs of shoes from Betts in Harbour Town Perth. Airflow leather shoes for $20 each.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 02, 2012, 04:59:09 am
A good buy.
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Post by: andiesenji on April 02, 2012, 08:43:57 pm
Bought a vintage "Penguin"  Hot/Cold server made by West Bend Aluminum co in West Bend, Wisconsin in the 1960s.

Virtually pristine, apparently used little, if any.  Bought locally for $5.00 from a person who usually sells on Etsy.
The bakelite knob and handles are perfect, - rare in this item, which usually has a lot of dings and scrapes.

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20stuff%20old%20and%20new/HPIM4635.jpg)

I just love the roly-poly cuteness of it.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 02, 2012, 09:11:33 pm
Bargain. Great buy and beautiful.

Gert
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Post by: snappy on April 02, 2012, 10:40:36 pm
Andie that server is adorable!
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Post by: obbie on April 02, 2012, 11:50:16 pm
Andie, I love it.

what a great find.

Robyn
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Post by: fundj&e on April 03, 2012, 01:01:29 am
andie,great buy and so cute


i bought this cake tin in bali, does any one know how to work out much batter i should use or should just double any cake recipe, and make cup cakes with the remaining batter ?

thanks in advance

uni  :-*
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 03, 2012, 06:00:24 am
Uni you need to work out the area of each circle and then multiply each area byt its depth to calculate the volume of each section. Once you have done this add all three voumes together to obtain the toatl volume in cubic cm (or mm) generally one cubic centrmetre equals 10ml (i.e 100cc=1litre).

To work out the area of each circular section use Pi x radius(squared) Πr2

You will have to allow for the cake to rise in your calculations.  Alternatively you idea of making a double batch and using the left overs for cupcakes sounds easier. 

Let us know how you get on. I am interested in how you get the cooked cake out of the paan in one peice.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 03, 2012, 06:04:21 am
Andie the penguins on your server are so cute.

Uni what an interesting cake tin. What is the circumference of the larger part?
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Post by: gertbysea on April 03, 2012, 06:06:58 am
Quote from: fundj on April 03, 2012, 01:01:29 am
andie,great buy and so cute


i bought this cake tin in bali, does any one know how to work out much batter i should use or should just double any cake recipe, and make cup cakes with the remaining batter ?

thanks in advance

uni  :-*


We will all be interested to see how it comes out and if it comes out of the pan easily. Amazing cake tin.

Be great as an ice sculpture with different colour layers or and ice cream cake. Imagine as a Bombe Alaska!! Endless uses.

What about a huge party pate :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))

Gert
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Post by: jeninwa on April 03, 2012, 06:24:03 am
Love the penguins on your server Andie they are so cute.
Uni, that's a very interesting cake tin. Love to see a photo of the cake, I would just double or triple the cake recipe, not knowing the size of tin. Hope u are feeling better soon.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 04, 2012, 04:28:42 am
DH bought this for me yesterday.  Love it,  (and him ;D),.  She lives in our local district and we often eat at her restaurant.  She cooks the most delicious food and is now growing 90% of fruit and veggies in her home garden. She has a Recipe for Bee-sting buns in the book and I am going to try them today.
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Post by: judydawn on April 04, 2012, 05:12:44 am
DH knows how to keep in your good books Chookie - bless his little cotton socks.  :-* :-* to DH
I love Bee Stings so will be awaiting your successful conversion. 
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Post by: maddy on April 04, 2012, 05:19:32 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 04, 2012, 05:12:44 am

I love Bee Stings so will be awaiting your successful conversion.  

ME TOO!  8)

Love the server Andie...adorable!

.....well I have been notably absent from this thread (had you noticed?  :P)......because we're spending Easter at Daylesford.....and my favourite online store is actually in Daylesford! (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy057.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
and to add to my already mounting excitement....they are having a garage sale next door of their end of line/clearance goodies!
.....oh and to mention all the other gorgeous little shops I've heard about there.....will be in shopping heaven  8)
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Post by: judydawn on April 04, 2012, 05:22:31 am
What a wonderful Easter break you are going to have maddy - looking forward to all the photos of the goodies you buy.  I would love to go to Daylesford, I hear it is a very pretty place.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 05:26:14 am
Quote from: maddy on April 04, 2012, 05:19:32 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 04, 2012, 05:12:44 am

I love Bee Stings so will be awaiting your successful conversion.  

ME TOO!  8)

Love the server Andie...adorable!

.....well I have been notably absent from this thread (had you noticed?  :P)......because we're spending Easter at Daylesford.....and my favourite online store is actually in Daylesford! (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-happy057.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
and to add to my already mounting excitement....they are having a garage sale next door of their end of line/clearance goodies!
.....oh and to mention all the other gorgeous little shops I've heard about there.....will be in shopping heaven  8)



BWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

I wanna come too.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 04, 2012, 06:16:03 am
Me too. I've been there but DH wouldn't stop long enough for me to explore. :'( :'( :'( :'( His comment was that I already have enough 'rubbish'.


Chookie I love bee sting too. Especially at Ottos in Hahndorf, if it's still there.
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Post by: deedub on April 04, 2012, 06:27:35 am
Have bought a new camp folding chair, camp stretcher bed, wet weather gear for the kids, a windproof jacket for myself, and LOTS of wine.
Guess who's going camping at Easter  ;D
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Post by: maddy on April 04, 2012, 06:44:37 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 04, 2012, 06:16:03 am
Me too. I've been there but DH wouldn't stop long enough for me to explore. :'( :'( :'( :'( His comment was that I already have enough 'rubbish'.

(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked030.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)  (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-shocked019.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)


Quote from: deedub on April 04, 2012, 06:27:35 am
Have bought a new camp folding chair, camp stretcher bed, wet weather gear for the kids, a windproof jacket for myself, and LOTS of wine.
Guess who's going camping at Easter  ;D

.....well I thought wine is part of the camping essentials list deedub!......it's the only thing I've packed so far  :P

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Post by: gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am
If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections such as the circus sized tent, the cooks tent, the maids tent, the loo tent not to mention my spa tent.

The kitchen hand would need to bring all the crockery and crystal. A string quartet for some soothing  music and to drown out the critter noises would be a must. Oh and my DH. He loves camping. Thank goodnes we have the same taste in camping gear. Bless him.

Have fun and I hope it does not rain.

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on April 04, 2012, 06:54:22 am
Gert,  I will join you with your camping.  This is the life for me. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Maddy, we go through Dalesford quite often,  on our way to Ballarat to visit daughter and GC.  The best coffee and Pizzas are at Frangos,  the cafe on the corner.  Have a great time just walking around and looking.
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Post by: courton on April 04, 2012, 07:01:55 am
Just bought a baccarat roasting pan...stainless steel on the outside non stick on the inside and with the ability to be used on the hot plate! Yay!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 04, 2012, 07:16:12 am
Quote from: achookwoman on April 04, 2012, 06:54:22 am
  The best coffee and Pizzas are at Frangos,  the cafe on the corner.  Have a great time just walking around and looking.

Thanks for the tip chookie!....I will be hanging for a good latte by Saturday morning :P
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 04, 2012, 08:21:37 am
Maddy, we live just down the road from Daylesford, but never go there.  Which is the place with the sale, I might just head down and have a look around.
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Post by: maddy on April 04, 2012, 08:55:53 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 04, 2012, 08:21:37 am
Maddy, we live just down the road from Daylesford, but never go there.  Which is the place with the sale, I might just head down and have a look around.

The Lark shop

(http://www.larkmade.com.au/images/shop-store-page.jpg)

4a Duke Street,
Daylesford
www.larkmade.com.au

Might bump into your Marina  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on April 04, 2012, 09:13:32 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am
If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections such as the circus sized tent, the cooks tent, the maids tent, the loo tent not to mention my spa tent.

The kitchen hand would need to bring all the crockery and crystal. A string quartet for some soothing  music and to drown out the critter noises would be a must. Oh and my DH. He loves camping. Thank goodnes we have the same taste in camping gear. Bless him.

Have fun and I hope it does not rain.

Gert
That's my idea of camping. Love sleeping under the stars as long as there are five of them.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 09:15:32 am
Exactly right too mcmich!

Gert
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Post by: faffa_70 on April 04, 2012, 01:31:19 pm
Quote from: mcmich on April 04, 2012, 09:13:32 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am
If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections such as the circus sized tent, the cooks tent, the maids tent, the loo tent not to mention my spa tent.

The kitchen hand would need to bring all the crockery and crystal. A string quartet for some soothing  music and to drown out the critter noises would be a must. Oh and my DH. He loves camping. Thank goodnes we have the same taste in camping gear. Bless him.

Have fun and I hope it does not rain.

Gert
That's my idea of camping. Love sleeping under the stars as long as there are five of them.  ;D ;D ;D

it's called GLAMPING girls!!

My dear late mum always camped in style. She had everything including a kitchen sink that dad made her and running hot water (a rather larger urn) lol
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 04, 2012, 02:03:21 pm
Quote from: mcmich on April 04, 2012, 09:13:32 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am
If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections such as the circus sized tent, the cooks tent, the maids tent, the loo tent not to mention my spa tent.

The kitchen hand would need to bring all the crockery and crystal. A string quartet for some soothing  music and to drown out the critter noises would be a must. Oh and my DH. He loves camping. Thank goodnes we have the same taste in camping gear. Bless him.

Have fun and I hope it does not rain.

Gert
That's my idea of camping. Love sleeping under the stars as long as there are five of them.  ;D ;D ;D

My DW considers considers camping a hotel with no room service.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on April 04, 2012, 02:06:36 pm
Quote from: faffa_70 on April 04, 2012, 01:31:19 pm
Quote from: mcmich on April 04, 2012, 09:13:32 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am
If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections such as the circus sized tent, the cooks tent, the maids tent, the loo tent not to mention my spa tent.

The kitchen hand would need to bring all the crockery and crystal. A string quartet for some soothing  music and to drown out the critter noises would be a must. Oh and my DH. He loves camping. Thank goodnes we have the same taste in camping gear. Bless him.

Have fun and I hope it does not rain.

Gert
That's my idea of camping. Love sleeping under the stars as long as there are five of them.  ;D ;D ;D

it's called GLAMPING girls!!

My dear late mum always camped in style. She had everything including a kitchen sink that dad made her and running hot water (a rather larger urn) lol

My parents "camp" in a 36 foot 5th wheel caravan complete with queen size bed, full kitchen including microwave and porcelain toilet. Dad tows it with a Ford F350 that feels like riding in a truck it is so big.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 04, 2012, 02:46:17 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am

If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections


Gert someonewhere about here I held my breath for what you were going to say...

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Post by: Delightful Den on April 04, 2012, 02:53:24 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 04, 2012, 02:46:17 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 04, 2012, 06:45:55 am

If I were forced to go camping I would pack a chef, a sommelier, a king sized bed, a handy man for all erections


Gert someonewhere about here I held my breath for what you were going to say...



CP I have to say I was wondering what Gert was going to say next.
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Post by: obbie on April 04, 2012, 10:27:17 pm
Hope you all enjoy easter holidays, and camping.
Maddy, looking forward to photos of shopping next week.

Robyn
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Post by: judydawn on April 05, 2012, 12:16:06 am
I was the same with the Gert comment but she is a stirrer so would have chosen her words carefully.  It's lovely to have you back as the 'old Gert' again Gretchen - whilst you were absent there a while back I missed my daily laugh.  :-* :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on April 05, 2012, 12:49:46 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 05, 2012, 12:16:06 am
I was the same with the Gert comment but she is a stirrer so would have chosen her words carefully.  It's lovely to have you back as the 'old Gert' again Gretchen - whilst you were absent there a while back I missed my daily laugh.  :-* :-*

Aw shucks. :-))

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on April 05, 2012, 12:56:17 am
When I was quite young, married to my second husband, who liked camping and fishing in the mountains, I did the tent-camp thing but most of the work was done by guides, although I did most of the cooking. (Mainly because I don't trust anyone to cook things the way I like.)  And I enjoyed fishing.

Years later when I was really into showing dogs, I had a 40-ft motorhome, actually a professionally converted bus with a full bathroom and regular size tub, a full kitchen, washer and dryer and lots of closets - it was designed for full-time living, with two air conditions on the roof and a 12.5 vV Kohler generator that could power everything.  If I was on really long trips, I towed a small car behind so I wouldn't have to load everything up to make a run to a grocery store once I was parked at the show grounds.  
It was a great way to "camp" and I enjoyed it and often had riders along to share expenses.  It was a lot cheaper than staying at motels.  I often traveled with a gay guy who wouldn't let me do any of the heavy work of setting up the exercise pens for the dogs and he was a great cook too.
Of course, now with the price of gas and diesel, the cost savings would not be as much.


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Post by: judydawn on April 05, 2012, 12:59:42 am
Andie, what you haven't done in your lifetime would not be worth doing - I love hearing your stories  :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on April 05, 2012, 01:05:16 am
Me too JD . I love andiesenji's stories. What a life well lived.


Gretchen
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 01:13:12 am
and me 2. the motorhome sounds really comfortable andi , (better than some homes i lived in) ;D
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 03:16:00 am
Just brought myself a hose reel. I'm sick of tangled up hoses. This should make it easier for everyone
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79df90a8-ff83-602d.jpg)

And a stylus/pen for my iPad

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79df90a8-fff3-12f9.jpg)

And a over shoulder carry bag for my iPad
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79df90a8-0046-94d0.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 03:27:42 am
dede can the pen be used on a iphone ?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 03:30:33 am
Quote from: fundj on April 05, 2012, 03:27:42 am
dede can the pen be used on a iphone ?

Yes fundj, any touch screen you can use it on. I opted for the stylus/ pen. Thought that would be a better buy.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 03:32:21 am
thanks dede, off to visit ebay  ;D
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 03:33:51 am
I'm glad I'm not encouraging anyone to spend money lol.

At least the stylus are cheap ;D
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Post by: keiramax on April 05, 2012, 06:13:45 am
Maddy, looks like you could do some serious damage to the credit card in that shop.  Have added it to my bookmarks for future reference.  Happy shopping, can't wait to see what you buy.
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Post by: ElleG on April 05, 2012, 07:24:55 am
Dede, can I ask where you bought the stylus pen from? I have been looking for one for my new iPod, and haven't been able to buy one.
Thanks!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 05, 2012, 07:49:04 am
Quote from: ElleG on April 05, 2012, 07:24:55 am
Dede, can I ask where you bought the stylus pen from? I have been looking for one for my new iPod, and haven't been able to buy one.
Thanks!

You can buy them anywhere they sell Apple accessories. WOW, JB Hi Fi , Myers, David Jones, Apple Stores and others. Less than $20.

Gert
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 08:08:06 am
I got mine from Harvey Norman for $20.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: ElleG on April 05, 2012, 08:14:07 am
Thanks Gert and Dede. We have a Harvey Norman in town so will check that out.

My husband is perplexed - You found out from the thermomix forum?? Thinks the site is about cooking only! LOL
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 08:18:29 am
Quote from: Dashingden on April 03, 2012, 06:00:24 am
Uni you need to work out the area of each circle and then multiply each area byt its depth to calculate the volume of each section. Once you have done this add all three voumes together to obtain the toatl volume in cubic cm (or mm) generally one cubic centrmetre equals 10ml (i.e 100cc=1litre).

To work out the area of each circular section use Pi x radius(squared) Πr2

You will have to allow for the cake to rise in your calculations.  Alternatively you idea of making a double batch and using the left overs for cupcakes sounds easier. 

Let us know how you get on. I am interested in how you get the cooked cake out of the paan in one peice.

Dash you lost me at Uni

i have it in the oven now fingers crossed
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 08:25:08 am
Quote from: fundj on April 05, 2012, 08:18:29 am
Quote from: Dashingden on April 03, 2012, 06:00:24 am
Uni you need to work out the area of each circle and then multiply each area byt its depth to calculate the volume of each section. Once you have done this add all three voumes together to obtain the toatl volume in cubic cm (or mm) generally one cubic centrmetre equals 10ml (i.e 100cc=1litre).

To work out the area of each circular section use Pi x radius(squared) Πr2

You will have to allow for the cake to rise in your calculations.  Alternatively you idea of making a double batch and using the left overs for cupcakes sounds easier. 

Let us know how you get on. I am interested in how you get the cooked cake out of the paan in one peice.

Dash you lost me at Uni

i have it in the oven now fingers crossed

OMG I'm confused too now lol. I missed this one.
Whoosh ........over my head ;D
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 05, 2012, 08:34:51 am
Quote from: fundj on April 05, 2012, 08:18:29 am
Quote from: Dashingden on April 03, 2012, 06:00:24 am
Uni you need to work out the area of each circle and then multiply each area byt its depth to calculate the volume of each section. Once you have done this add all three voumes together to obtain the toatl volume in cubic cm (or mm) generally one cubic centrmetre equals 10ml (i.e 100cc=1litre).

To work out the area of each circular section use Pi x radius(squared) Πr2

You will have to allow for the cake to rise in your calculations.  Alternatively you idea of making a double batch and using the left overs for cupcakes sounds easier. 

Let us know how you get on. I am interested in how you get the cooked cake out of the paan in one peice.

Dash you lost me at Uni

i have it in the oven now fingers crossed

Sorry Uni it's a man expalnation what can I say. We can't help ourselves.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on April 05, 2012, 08:40:21 am
Look what I found today.
I had never heard of EVOO until I joined this forum.
In nice bottles.  Aussie EVOO and with a little pourer / cork that has a lid to keep out the bugs.   ;D

(http://i549.photobucket.com/albums/ii396/CheydieJ/Thermo%20Chef%20Food%20photos/004b.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 09:24:17 am
Rosie when I first joined the forum I had to ask what EVOO was lol.
Chilli and garlic EVOO sounds really good.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on April 05, 2012, 09:52:28 am
Quote from: dede on April 05, 2012, 09:24:17 am
Rosie when I first joined the forum I had to ask what EVOO was lol.
Chilli and garlic EVOO sounds really good.
They were too good to not buy.
DH rolled his eyes :-)) as I put them in the basket, but the price was the same per ml as other EVOO in ordinary bottles.
(I admit I usually buy in bulk and pay less).  But I have paid the same $4.00 just to get a lidded pourer, without a filled bottle.
(http://i549.photobucket.com/albums/ii396/CheydieJ/Thermo%20Chef%20Food%20photos/006b.jpg)
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Post by: meganjane on April 05, 2012, 09:57:21 am
They look great Rosie. Where did you buy them?
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Post by: RosieB on April 05, 2012, 10:00:50 am
Quote from: meganjane on April 05, 2012, 09:57:21 am
They look great Rosie. Where did you buy them?

I hate to say the name..  Woolworths   ;)
They were in their specialty food section
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 11:19:21 am
 ;D easy with the cake release, but just to be sure i did sprinkle some flour 2
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 05, 2012, 11:26:31 am
You are one clever lady,it looks fabulous Uni :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 11:32:36 am
CC  it took 2 hours to cook and it could have done with a extra 15mins
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 05, 2012, 11:40:59 am
Quote from: fundj on April 05, 2012, 11:32:36 am
CC  it took 2 hours to cook and it could have done with a extra 15mins
With this trial run it would make a lovey cake to celebrate the birth of your first GC ;)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 11:45:23 am
we where talk about how we are  going to decorate the cake for the baby shower just a few mins ago  ;D
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 12:12:44 pm
Fundj when is bub due?

My sister is pregnant too, I'm so excited for her but at the same time very nervous with all her previous problems (2 babies born at 19 weeks who passed away, and one born at 30 weeks and nearly died, but he's a healthy little 2 year old now)

I have a cousin in hospital now who is 33 weeks pregnant and possibly about to have her appendix out and baby at the same time.

I can't wait to have a cuddle of my sisters baby, cause there is absolutely no chance I will be having anymore myself lol.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 12:16:42 pm
i hope all the best 4 ur sister and cousin dede. baby is due on the 23rd of september  ;D
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Post by: dede on April 05, 2012, 12:43:58 pm
September is a good month :). My DS will be 6 on the 20th September. And I have told my sister she will have her baby on the same day. Will make her around 35 weeks I think ( baby will have a much better start then)
So will be celebrations all round in September. :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 05, 2012, 01:10:10 pm
PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME PARTY TIME
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Post by: Frozzie on April 05, 2012, 04:17:54 pm
Lol uni any excuse for a party 😊😊😊😊 BUT thisis a good reason to party...
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Post by: mcmich on April 05, 2012, 09:04:08 pm
The cake looks fabulous Fundj and so do the bottles of oil Rosie.
Hope all goes well for your sister too dede.
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Post by: obbie on April 06, 2012, 04:07:05 am
Uni, you cake looks great.

Robyn(http://dl4.glitter-graphics.net/pub/2066/2066584mm0codn108.gif) (http://www.glitter-graphics.com)
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Post by: hools003 on April 07, 2012, 01:47:33 pm
I bought myself the new iPad!!  So exciting, I've been playing with it most of the evening, when I can wrench it out of the kids hands!😄
It is brilliant. Has anyone tried the app just dance 3? It's had us in hysterics!!!
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Post by: fundj&e on April 07, 2012, 09:34:27 pm
grünn 3.5l thermal cooker $ 59.00 with free delivery. i did need it, really i did  :-))  ;D

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Post by: gertbysea on April 07, 2012, 09:43:41 pm
Umi you definitely needed that.  Just what does it do exactly???

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on April 07, 2012, 09:56:36 pm
Haha gert your so precious 😄😄😄
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Post by: fundj&e on April 07, 2012, 10:14:23 pm
 ;D not sure really. :-))

i think it keeps cooking food for about 1/2 hour,then keeps it hot for up to 8 hours



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Post by: gertbysea on April 07, 2012, 10:18:07 pm
Well in that case uni you did the right thing. Nothing like cooking something for breakfast and eating it for dinner. ROFLMAO!  No really I am sure I need one as well.  ;D ;D ;D

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on April 07, 2012, 10:21:24 pm
but thats what i do ,i will have dinner ready by 9am on most day  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 07, 2012, 10:43:32 pm
Then it makes perfect sense. It must be like a slow cooker then? Be good for corned beef and such.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on April 09, 2012, 01:52:12 am
You Sydneysiders are sooo lucky with all the shopping here.

Just found Victorias basement could have bought so much. No luggage room left. Its sooo cheap, beautiful china & glass.

I dud buy royal wedding fine bone china for my friends birthday. She has the same birthday as the Queen and collects royal china.

I can buy on line ;D ;D

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 01:55:55 am
Oh Hally if only you had the time to go to Peters of Kensington. OMG I could spend a whole day there. Oh wait I have!

I often shop there on line As the postage is cheap to Cairns.

gert

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Post by: courton on April 09, 2012, 03:12:51 am
As a Sydney sider, I totally agree, peters of Kensington is the shop to go...check it out online Hally, you may want to make another trip  to Sydney!! Their coffee shop is quite good too.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 03:32:05 am
I loved the tea pots they use in the coffee shop so much I bought 3.

I think they were only $8 each.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2012, 04:51:32 am
I love teapots Gretchen. May we have a photo please?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on April 09, 2012, 05:04:12 am
I think that is their intention. They use really good stuff that people end up buying things they see in the coffee shop!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on April 09, 2012, 05:16:18 am
Quote from: hools003 on April 07, 2012, 01:47:33 pm
I bought myself the new iPad!!  So exciting, I've been playing with it most of the evening, when I can wrench it out of the kids hands!😄
It is brilliant. Has anyone tried the app just dance 3? It's had us in hysterics!!!

I just read the reviews and all complained about it crashing!

Gretch, fundj's 'cooker' is like a giant Thermos. I've just read some reviews on it and all seem to love it. Here's (http://www.grunn.com.au/products/Thermal-Cooker-with-4.5-Litre-capacity.html) a link that I found offering free shipping!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 05:28:29 am
Here are the two cup tea pots they use at Peters of Kensington.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-6562-4faf.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 05:39:25 am
Quote from: meganjane on April 09, 2012, 05:16:18 am
Quote from: hools003 on April 07, 2012, 01:47:33 pm
I bought myself the new iPad!!  So exciting, I've been playing with it most of the evening, when I can wrench it out of the kids hands!
It is brilliant. Has anyone tried the app just dance 3? It's had us in hysterics!!!

I just read the reviews and all complained about it crashing!

Gretch, fundj's 'cooker' is like a giant Thermos. I've just read some reviews on it and all seem to love it. Here's (http://www.grunn.com.au/products/Thermal-Cooker-with-4.5-Litre-capacity.html) a link that I found offering free shipping!!



I had a look at fundj's thingy and it is a great idea but I have no need of anything like it. I hope she gets a lot of use out of it as it was a great buy.

re iPad app. No way. I got hung up on Angry Birds for a while but weaned myself off.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 09, 2012, 11:06:25 pm
Peters of Kensington, wheres that in Sydney????

In perth we miss out on it all!!

I saw Unis Thermo machine & thought istead of taking a Tm away it might be an easier option.

Bought a cooking magazine to read on the plane.

Its fantastic

$5.95, by Taste. Its a collection of 120 recipes to make in 30 mins. Thoroughly recommend it for the price.

Its called Taste, 30 minute meals.

H :)



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 09, 2012, 11:16:44 pm
I have a few of the Taste magazines Hally, they have some great everyday recipes in them. Will have to keep an eye out for this one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 09, 2012, 11:18:14 pm
It caught my eye as I have the taste app. For the price it is really worth it. Being on a plane for 4 hours I had a enough time to really look through it.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 09, 2012, 11:19:25 pm
Another App I will have to download :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 11:35:57 pm
Hally you think you miss out then come live in Cairns !

Peters is onAnzac Parade Kensington between the university of NSW and the airport  sort of way. You can buy everything on line but believe me the "store" is an experience.not to be missed. I once found a box of Stuary Crystal tumblers on the floor under a counter. They were filthy but the box was marked at $58 so I got  nearly $500 worth of glasses soooooo cheap. Sadly the last one bit the dust not long ago. Tile floors are very unforgiving.

Gert



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on April 09, 2012, 11:42:02 pm
Hally are you going away again?  I thought you'd just got home from yr cruise  ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 09, 2012, 11:44:21 pm
JulieO, we came home yesterday, spent 4 nights in Sydney.

No plans to gravel until Oct. actually looking forward to being home a while :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2012, 12:38:25 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 09, 2012, 11:35:57 pm
Hally you think you miss out then come live in Cairns !


 . . . and Gert says (on Easter Monday) . . . I was having breakfast while Mara was hunting down that egg.

Fresh crayfish steamed in the TMX  melted butter. Pâté with a bit of gorgonzola and fresh red papaya from a tree in a nearby park. Also a glass of campers as it is Monday morning.

 ;D ;D ;D gives a whole new meaning to " . . .come live in Cairns!"    ;D ;D ;D   Love it!!


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 10, 2012, 12:45:13 am
And your point is goldfish.[url]] (http://[/url)http://

Yeah alright. Life is pretty good up here.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 10, 2012, 04:04:54 am
dede,what have you bought  today ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 10, 2012, 04:05:47 am
Nothing Fundj, nothing at all ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 10, 2012, 04:08:20 am
your nose is growing i can see it from here  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 10, 2012, 04:09:57 am
Lol.
Ok ok I brought some rubber gloves (that's all I'm saying)

I will leave the rest to your imagination ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 10, 2012, 04:15:36 am
lol, good idea
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 10, 2012, 04:15:59 am
The Lark store didnt disappoint 8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d9be71bd.jpg)

Cath Kidston apron....I showed much control only getting the 1
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/96fb7718.jpg)

2 light up bunnies for the Easter mantle
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7d6486fb.jpg)

Mini milk bottles in crate For holding cake pops or flowers
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e89a1f56.jpg)

Perpetual calendar
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7f4b406b.jpg)

Cupcake wraps
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c086499a.jpg)

And some more melamine cups
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/62105803.jpg)

......could have bought out the whole shop really  :P

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 10, 2012, 04:18:42 am
love the mini milk bottles maddy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 10, 2012, 04:37:26 am
And the cupcake wraps are so cute :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2012, 05:56:02 am
Thanks for the photos of the teapots Gretchen. I love Stuart Crystal, in fact all crystal.

Maddy what can I say?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 10, 2012, 07:13:52 am
Maddy, love the cupcake wraps, and milk bottles :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 10, 2012, 08:35:47 am
Now if I were in Sydney today..........an example of Peters deals

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-e2cd-8b3e.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 10, 2012, 10:52:00 am
Probably best for our bank account that I am in Perth.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2012, 02:06:05 pm
Gert - you're an absolute angel . . have been looking for one of these for a while now . . . and bingo!!!  Shipping from PofK is  less that the petrol to get there!!  Thank you!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 11, 2012, 12:38:30 am
Mexican oilcloth for the table.....I'm completely over scrubbing my white painted table with jiff....every day hubby reads the paper!  :-))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/whitedotsonpink-250x250.jpg?t=1334100060)

and some melamine placemats....so the hot plates don't wreck the oilcloth   ;D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/efccb2e8.jpg?t=1334099665)

....cheaper just to use the jiff, but oh well  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 11, 2012, 12:44:04 am
Mexican oilcloth  ???  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 11, 2012, 01:04:27 am
LOL fundj, sounds exotic doesn't it  :P
It's a highly durable double coated fabric, coton backed and wipes down with a damp cloth. It Won't fray either, just cut to size.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2012, 01:12:28 am
In my avatar i am wearing a Mexican oilcloth apron. Very retro.

Muddy you are a champion shopper. I salute you.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 11, 2012, 01:25:02 am
thanks maddy  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on April 11, 2012, 01:42:43 am
Thanks Maddy have never heard of Mexican Oil Cloth but will now look into getting some for the dining table.  With a little mess maker, something that wipes clean is a blessing.  Did you buy online or from a shop?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2012, 01:53:45 am
Was it Mexican oilcloth that was round in the 50's and people used it as tablecloths? It sounds the same, no fraying and easy to wipe down.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 11, 2012, 01:56:26 am
Our Mums all seemed to have it didn't they Cookie?  Quite thick and robust compared to those silly plastic tablecloths you buy today for outdoor eating (not that I bother).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 11, 2012, 02:08:59 am
 :) My Mum had that for our tablecloths growing up. Bought it by the meter.

It was much better than the plastic ones that are out today.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 11, 2012, 03:12:24 am
Quote from: keiramax on April 11, 2012, 01:42:43 am
Thanks Maddy have never heard of Mexican Oil Cloth but will now look into getting some for the dining table.  With a little mess maker, something that wipes clean is a blessing.  Did you buy online or from a shop?

Sure did.....here http://www.fabrictraders.com.au/shop/oilcloth-fabric-prints
They have 6 pages of cool designs, and they also sell stacks of other gorgeous materials.
It comes folded, so you lay it out in the sun for a little while to smooth out the folds apparently.
I love my linen cloths, but only for occassions now.....hubby spills his coffee over almost daily  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on April 11, 2012, 03:22:12 am
Maddy, I wondered how you got on with your weekend's shopping.  Thanks for posting the images - perhaps it's as well I didn't get over to Daylesford after all! 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on April 11, 2012, 03:26:12 am
Love the placemats Maddy. 

Spotlight sell something similar to your oilcloth tablecloth.  They are on long rolls and you buy as much as you need.  Many different patterns and colours.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 11, 2012, 03:35:47 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 11, 2012, 03:22:12 am
Maddy, I wondered how you got on with your weekend's shopping.  Thanks for posting the images - perhaps it's as well I didn't get over to Daylesford after all! 

Probably, LOL.....the streets and shops/cafes were absolutely packed with people......so if you don't like crowds....Easter is not the time to go!


Quote from: JulieO on April 11, 2012, 03:26:12 am

Spotlight sell something similar to your oilcloth tablecloth.  They are on long rolls and you buy as much as you need.  Many different patterns and colours. :)

I did check spotlight and lincraft here, but they didn't have much choice.....and some were downright ugly  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2012, 05:56:54 am
I bought my oilcloth apron here

http://www.benelke.com.au/MexOCProduct.php

I have to say though the quality is not a patch on the old stuff.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on April 11, 2012, 07:40:15 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 11, 2012, 01:53:45 am
Was it Mexican oilcloth that was round in the 50's and people used it as tablecloths? It sounds the same, no fraying and easy to wipe down.

Therevis something very similar over here.. They sell a huge variety of printscand colours on large rolls and you just get it cut to size... Heaps easier than a fabric tablecloth although we have stainfree cloth tablecloths too.. They are very common in france for the simplecreason they last a long timevnd its just a matter of wiping with a cloth however not very sheek... I prefer cloth tablecloths but these plastified type cloths are far more practical especially with young kids..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2012, 09:02:45 am
Not having youngsters I like to use placemats so that I can show off my jarrah tables. For some visitors I do use a cloth though as they have no respect for my jarrah tables. :-\ :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on April 11, 2012, 11:12:57 am
I need to HIDE my table! It's only laminated wood, and has scratched and got burn marks and all. I'm going to look at that site and get some oilcloth, Maddy.

You sure did have a good time shopping! I bought this at Everten online recently:

(http://www.everten.com.au/images/P/Retro%20Icing%20Syringe%20in%20Tin%20Tala-L.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2012, 11:15:48 am
OMG my mother used to have one of those. Neat.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 11, 2012, 10:58:46 pm
I love all the Tala goodies they have brought back.....and the tins they all come in are gorgeous!

Well I took a slight detour from invoicing....to www.booko.com.au  :P  have pre-ordered Peggy Porschen's new book, before the price goes up.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9781849491068.jpg?t=1334181197)

I love her books.....so beautiful!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on April 11, 2012, 11:55:23 pm
MJ I have that set in the back of a cupboard that was my mothers, still in the original box.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 12, 2012, 12:12:27 am
Well I'm just about to go grocery shopping with the kids. DD 12 will push the trolley while I hop around. I do love the online shopping, but I miss going to the supermarket and seeing what I need and looking for specials. Not sure how I will go hopping around for that long. I need one of those walker things with a seat so I can sit down sometimes :)
Could be a big mistake, can I do it?

Only 1 week and 1 day to go :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 12, 2012, 12:55:53 am
Omg I am so glad I live in the bush and there are no gorgeous shops about. I love all your pretty pink things Maddy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 12, 2012, 01:14:34 am
Dede, it would be nice to have a wheelchair when you go shopping, kids love pushing a wheelchair around (well, maybe not the older ones but the younger ones love it)  - probably too late now to hire one with such a short time to go but be careful, you don't need a fall and end up breaking something.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 12, 2012, 01:15:38 am
ok its confession time for me, i have a thing,passion,compulsion,must have, with plastic containers just this morning i bought 6 of them and  last week about 4 i cant go shopping without buying them  :-[

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 12, 2012, 01:29:24 am
Oh fundj you have a problem then :)
You may need some professional help to break the habit ;D

Although I can think of some worse habits.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 12, 2012, 01:31:55 am
And Judy I definitely don't want to break anything. Although I'm pretty good on these crutches now. There is not much I can't do (except mow the lawns)
Although I desperately want to get out side to do some tidying up around the gardens etc.
Not long now and I will be out there doing all the jobs that need doing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 12, 2012, 01:32:25 am
Uni, do you use tuppaware, or just any.
 Much worse habits around though.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 12, 2012, 01:32:41 am
As long as you are filling them with something Uni, I don't think you have a problem.  If you have a cupboard full of unused ones though - yes you do have a problem  :D  It is a harmless problem though so just give some away and you can start all over again.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 12, 2012, 01:45:03 am
I know what you mean uni by compulsion. Your pantry and cupboards must be a dream to look at. I just love jewellery boxes of all sizes. I hold myself back from buying them (for lack of jewellery to put in them), but just love the touch and feel, and opening of them  :-)) Probably stems back to childhood going through my mums, it was like a pandora's box.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 12, 2012, 02:49:36 am
Ok confession time for me. Can you beat this drawer fundi.  One of several hiding places for plastics.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-3490-bf53.jpg)

I hate it when they are being used and not in their rightful place. Lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 12, 2012, 02:58:57 am
Omg gert you are just so organized. I dare not show my plastics drawer LOL. I have gone off using plastic and started to replace all my plastics with glass containers. At least I know I can donate all my plastics to Gert and fundj.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 12, 2012, 05:10:27 am
Gretchen, that is so tidy........ :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 12, 2012, 05:24:00 am
All donations gladly accepted so long as they are not ROUND!

I have thought about  the lovely glass ones like dizzy girl but it is so hard to give these up.

Ok I am organised but remember I used to work in an operating theatre so a place for everything and it bloody well better be in it when I want it. LOL!  Only a little obsession.  Well maybe a medium obsession. Everybody laughs at me but it is all about capacity control isn't it?  ISN'T IT?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on April 12, 2012, 06:25:47 am
Gretchen that is so tidy. I have my plastic assortment stacked nicely, but if anyone else puts things away it becomes very untidy. Like my cake tins and trays. I'm the only person who can stack them so they don't fall out.  :D
I'm not sure if I have an obsession. Maybe buying books. I will read them all one day. Possibly shoes.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 12, 2012, 06:52:39 am
Well I survived the shopping trip with the kids. They were excellent.
And I got my rubber gloves ;D lol.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on April 12, 2012, 07:59:42 am
I wish I had an obsession, but they have all been put on hold or are too expensive.

I've tried to be obsessive about cleaning but that didn't work.

All spare money is going towards finishing the renovations.  This month we have ordered the shelving for the pantry.  Yeah, this means I can find things rather than having it all piled up on the bench.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 12, 2012, 08:43:21 am
:)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: AmandaN on April 12, 2012, 10:19:28 am
I don't know if it is at all Coles, but at the Castle Hill Coles they had a stand with lots of books for $5 each.  I got Marion Grasby's cookbook - and they had heaps! 

Don't know if she would be too impressed with being in the bargin bin already!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on April 13, 2012, 12:12:29 am
I don't know how you do it, Maddy.  That cookbook is color coordinated to your kitchen!

I just got these two.  Like I really need another cookbook....   
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Cookbooks/HPIM4641.jpg)
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Cookbooks/HPIM4642.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 13, 2012, 01:21:21 am
Andie I love the encyclopaedia of sandwiches. Very interesting.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 13, 2012, 01:42:49 am
Quote from: obbie on April 12, 2012, 01:32:25 am
Uni, do you use tuppaware, or just any.
 Much worse habits around though.

Robyn

obbie i mainly buy lock and lock and sistema
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 13, 2012, 07:53:25 am
Quote from: andiesenji on April 13, 2012, 12:12:29 am
I don't know how you do it, Maddy.  That cookbook is color coordinated to your kitchen!

I just got these two.  Like I really need another cookbook....   

LOL Andie.....what's another 2 books right?

Peggy's store, side profile is the cover of this new  book........look how utterly gorgeous it is!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/58a9d753.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2881445c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c439bf0f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/41387974.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8b4327f4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e2ab0f91.jpg)

I could live in her store!  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 13, 2012, 08:11:45 am
Indeed you could maddy and you could add your beautiful cup cakes to her display shelves to sell too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on April 13, 2012, 08:36:46 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 10, 2012, 08:35:47 am
Now if I were in Sydney today..........an example of Peters deals

(http://img.tapatalk.com/65a2cd31-e2cd-8b3e.jpg)
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Many thanks for the heads up, Gert.  Delivered today - one for me and two for friends and we're delighted!  Very, very much appreciated!! :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 13, 2012, 08:41:30 am
Good on  you. . One delivery fee for the three of you is a bargain.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 13, 2012, 08:57:07 am
Maddy I love that store. Looks beautifully presented. Yum yum.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: pumpkin pie on April 13, 2012, 10:38:20 am
Oh MJ I have just finished packing stuff from dads place and found one of those icing sets in the its original box, that mum had. Brought it home cos I love things old like that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 13, 2012, 03:36:34 pm
No shopping for me...just been scammed by a new Nigerian based scammer. Was a new scam according to police and other parties that I contacted once we had done further investigation after I have been contacted by the bank for a credit card transaction dispute. Unfortunately I had refunded scammer money a month later when it is picked up by the cardholder Iam liable for the cardholders debt and the bank just went *phoosh* back to the cardholder and now I am out of pocket. Happy scammer is still scamming still as my IT people have done a little snooping since I alerted them. Unfortunately for me I am really out of pocket due to online payment system. Let my lesson be your lesson, that if you accept payments through the EFTPOS or ONLINE booking system - DO NOT REFUND MONEY TO ANY OTHER ACCOUNT OTHER THAN THE ACCOUNT THAT THE PAYMENT WAS MADE TO.  My Scammer paid in full for a service that I provide (ie. private holiday home accommodation rental) and 10 days later advised that he was involved in a fatal accident that killed his mum, and seriously injured his wife and needed to cancel the booking. It was to celebrate an anniversery. As an only child he had to pay for his mums funeral, and once his wife was better they would arrange another holiday through me. Unfortunately his credit cards were  lost in the accident, and as he needed to pay for the funeral expenses please refund to this bank account. What sort of hard-ass person would want a mother to lie in a morgue while I argued that it contravened the booking conditions??? Under the circumstances I refunded to the bank account...and through the course of this, I did actually speak to this SOAB
Be aware. Do not trust anyone. Most importantly any refunds have to go back to the SAME ORIGINATING account.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 13, 2012, 08:45:32 pm
CP that is truly terrible. I have heard of that scam here in Cairns where hotels have been out of pocket for similar reasons. You cannot be too careful. It is a shame that we cannot trust people these days. I have noticed. Also that some on line sellers are not taking credit cards these days and you have to make direct deposits into bank accounts if you do not want to use Paypal which I definitely  do not.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on April 13, 2012, 09:24:30 pm
CP, so sorry to hear that you were scammed like that.  When I started reading your post I honestly thought you were joking as I always saw you as being a very savvy sort of person and aware of what is going on, but, with a story like that, I can see how it would be so easy to want to do the "right thing" then being caught out.

We all know that it is not correct to refund to another bank account, but we simply feel so sorry for the situation the 'client' is in that we will go out of our way to help and end up in your situation. None of us can afford to absorb that sort of loss and I feel so sorry for the situation you have found yourself in.  The thing is, if the purchase was initially paid for by credit card and you refund against a credit card, how do you know that the two credit cards are the same?  We certainly don't keep records of each and every credit card number - how on earth can we be expected to get it right?  It's a scary situation for us business people.
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Post by: goldfish on April 13, 2012, 09:25:48 pm
CP - that's gutwrenching!!  It's really hard to understand the complete amorality that some seem to be blessed with.  Let's hope they get caught . . . or that good ol' karma catches up to them sooner rather than later.  Just seems to take a lot of energy to keep on keeping one step ahead of these predators. . . . .
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Post by: obbie on April 13, 2012, 10:34:15 pm
Oh no CP, i feel for you.
Its amazing what stories they come up with to get away with it.

Robyn
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Post by: dede on April 13, 2012, 10:58:50 pm
CP that is terrible, the scammer certainly come up with a believable story that would catch quiet a few people out and pull at the heart strings.
I hope they eventually get caught and maybe you will retrieve your losses.
With today's high tech society there is so much of this type of thing going on around the world. :(
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Post by: fundj&e on April 13, 2012, 11:31:57 pm
At times like this my mum would say, i hope they spend it on sickness , it sound better in Italian but you get what she means 
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Post by: judydawn on April 13, 2012, 11:47:14 pm
They never give up do they.  These type of people make my blood boil and your kindness of heart has caught you out this time CP.  So sorry to hear this story, you know they exist but never know the people to whom these things happen. You won't get caught again but in the meantime you are out of pocket - guess he was coming for a month too #!#!#! Thanks for sharing your story with us, these things need to be out there for all to hear.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 13, 2012, 11:51:40 pm
This is how i try and keep up to date with scams

http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/693900
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Post by: Halex on April 13, 2012, 11:54:19 pm
CP,  how  awful, what b*******, I too would have refunded the money however they wanted it, that is just pure evil.

 >:(
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Post by: AmandaN on April 14, 2012, 02:36:29 am
Cross posting with pizza maker discussion I know but I am hoping to find someone around!

Coles have a pizza maker for $29 so what do you reckon?  Try it?  Or does it just screm Bellini?
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 14, 2012, 03:11:27 am
AmandaN if it has a good warranty give it a go. I might even have a look at it when in Coles next.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 14, 2012, 03:28:02 am
CP I feel for you, that's just awful, I too would have refunded the money after hearing that story. As my dad use to say what goes around come around. For him big time I hope.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 14, 2012, 03:59:16 am
Thanks guys, I hope it helps someone too in the future. AmandaN I saw those pizza makers a couple of years ago, and they look very similar to the one I got. They were flying out the door! I heard at the check out they were quite good, so for the price of a couple of pizza's why not give it a go? Keep the receipt and look at the warranty.
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Post by: JulieO on April 14, 2012, 04:32:23 am
I nipped to Coles this morning as I needed some fresh ricotta.  Usually shop in Woolies, but it was quicker to go into Coles, so while there I had a look through their fruit/veg dept and was really pleased with how good everything looked.....Which brings me to what I bought ......fresh figs!!!! 

I've been wanting to try a fresh fig for so long but just couldn't buy any here.  Have also seen some lovely recipes to use them in.  Anyway, I'm really chuffed to find them locally.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 14, 2012, 05:00:36 am
No good deed goes unpunished eh?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 14, 2012, 05:07:20 am
I love figs . Woollies has them for about $16. A kilo . Cheap  i think. They are large, plump and ripe. I love splitting the tops , stuffing them with a hunk of gorgonzola, wrapping them in thinly sliced  prosciutto and pop into a very hot oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted, the ham crisp And drizzle with a good olive. Bliss.

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on April 14, 2012, 05:53:10 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 14, 2012, 05:00:36 am
No good deed goes unpunished eh?

Gert


that's the one Gert . . .  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on April 14, 2012, 06:58:20 am
Cp sorry to hear you got scammed.. It really makes me angry when you here how low some people will go for a buck.. Im a strong believer in every dog has its day or what goes around comes around... He'll get his own..problem is that people like him will eventually make it alot more difficult for people who actually find themselves in that kind of situation sadly.. You must br fuming but still think is great that you thought you were doing the right thing...
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Post by: JulieO on April 14, 2012, 11:18:13 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 14, 2012, 05:07:20 am
I love figs . Woollies has them for about $16. A kilo . Cheap  i think. They are large, plump and ripe. I love splitting the tops , stuffing them with a hunk of gorgonzola, wrapping them in thinly sliced  prosciutto and pop into a very hot oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted, the ham crisp And drizzle with a good olive. Bliss.

Gert

Unfortunately our Woolies here don't sell them (yet), same as quinces.  Would love to make quince paste but as yet none of the supermarkets are selling them.

Like your idea of what to make with them, sounds really nice, thanks Gert.  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on April 14, 2012, 11:38:58 pm
CP, what a B....... B........     Hope his chickens grow into Ostriches and kick down his chook house. 
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Post by: cookie1 on April 16, 2012, 07:06:46 am
CP that is truly ghastly.


On a happier note I saw this book in Myer on Saturday. They were having 35% off and the book was marked down to $34.95 as a special deal, as I had a $10 voucher from Myer for my birthday I lashed out and bought it for $22 something.
I love it.
                                       (http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020412.jpg)
Lots of lovely recipes to convert.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 16, 2012, 07:08:05 am
Cookie that looks like a good book. Will have to keep an eye out for it.
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Post by: kezza on April 16, 2012, 11:58:22 am
For those of you who might be interested, Kitchenware direct are advertising Kitchenaid accessories for 30% off until 23rd April.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 16, 2012, 12:37:23 pm
Hey I did have a stroke of good luck tho on the weekend  ;D ;D ;D  We bought a huge flat screen Samsung TV from David Jones that had been reduced down from $1400 odd to price match Myer (think it may be making way for new model), then with staff discount and store gift card they gave me for signing up for an Amex card - can you believe we paid just $230   :o :o :o they even threw in free home delivery, but we took it home straight away. Unbeeeeelieevable!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 16, 2012, 12:40:02 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 16, 2012, 12:37:23 pm
Hey I did have a stroke of good luck tho on the weekend  ;D ;D ;D  We bought a huge flat screen Samsung TV from David Jones that had been reduced down from $1400 odd to price match Myer (think it may be making way for new model), then with staff discount and store gift card they gave me for signing up for an Amex card - can you believe we paid just $230   :o :o :o they even threw in free home delivery, but we took it home straight away. Unbeeeeelieevable!

OMG OMG what a win for you. You certainly deserve it. Fantastic.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 16, 2012, 12:43:57 pm
Great news CP. You win some and you lose some.  I would have carried it home on my back for that price in case they changed their minds  ;D
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Post by: dede on April 16, 2012, 12:56:22 pm
Wow CP that was a great score.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 16, 2012, 01:01:57 pm
You needed a change of luck CP.Enjoy the new flat screen TV ;) ;)
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Post by: obbie on April 16, 2012, 10:30:47 pm
Great news CP
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Post by: fundj&e on April 16, 2012, 10:33:13 pm
bargain CP
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 16, 2012, 10:35:15 pm
Well done CP. Good things come to good people.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 16, 2012, 10:50:47 pm
Quote from: DizzyGirl on April 16, 2012, 10:35:15 pm
Well done CP. Good things come to good people.

And it couldn't happen to a more deserving person.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on April 16, 2012, 11:17:08 pm
Cookie love that book, not done any browsing, too hard in school hols, but I think I woud love that book.

CP, what a bargain, enjoy ;D

H :)
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Post by: maddy on April 17, 2012, 12:34:33 am
Another denim jacket...cherry red....the wardrobe is now seriously bulging!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/02df0e3a.jpg)

And I finally found a company in the U.S. that ships back issues of the romantic homes magazine I adore (and cheaper than here)......It was from December, and a friend has made a few comments if I still had it.....so I've bought it for her to add to her Birthday presents.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/57d26319.jpg)

For the 5 years of collecting this mag, this Christmas issue still has me oohing & ahhhing  :P just gorgeous!
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 17, 2012, 12:44:37 am
Maddy looks like a gorgeous mag. If I was to create a romantic home I would have to find a new husband LOL
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Post by: Halex on April 17, 2012, 12:52:17 am
Same here DG.

My DH doesnt like frills or fuss or anything that clutters or anything that he can trip over.
He has very large feet & hands, LOL

H :)
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Post by: jeninwa on April 17, 2012, 01:52:50 am
Wow CP, that was a great bargin. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2012, 02:19:58 am
CP that is karma because you tried to help someone. Even if they were a fiend.

Maddy I love the jacket it's beautiful.

I can't have frilly either. AS you know my DH loves restoring cars. Our family room lounge has grease on it etc etc. I can't ban him as this is his home as well as mine. When anyone mentions it I point out that he lives here and has the right to sit where ever he wants any time of the day. To be truly honest it is only a very small thing and there are other more important things to fret over. I learned to go with the flow about 44 years ago. I do love him even with his grease and goo. ;)
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Post by: maddy on April 17, 2012, 07:05:01 am
Well cookie.....I think your a patient & considerate wife, and your hubby is lucky to have you!......me........it's lots of frills, pink & roses.......he has no choice in the matter   ;D.......but he knew that when he met me  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on April 17, 2012, 07:48:41 am
Love that jacket Maddy - beautiful colour.
Cookie you have the right attitude - make peace with imperfection.
No use fretting over a bit of grease.
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Post by: obbie on April 17, 2012, 07:52:01 am
 ;D  Cookie my husband is always covered in grease, mud and red dirt.
It would be funny to see him really clean all day.

Robyn
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Post by: dede on April 17, 2012, 07:55:38 am
Cookie my DH usually stinks the house out when he comes home as he has been working with sheep all day. We are often holding out nose until he goes and has a shower and puts clean clothes on. :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 17, 2012, 08:26:42 am
DH is a mechanic and we also run a stockfeed store, so DH always smells of grease, oil, petrol and stockfeed.
I look at maddys lovely things and think "one day when DH has retired and DS has moved out"
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Post by: gertbysea on April 17, 2012, 08:33:19 am
Today I bought from Robin's Nest Kitchenware, this macaron thingy to make Mara's macarons from superkitchenmachine.com. No doubt Helene will scoff at my cheat "sheet"!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7bd3dfc9-1cb9-0daf.jpg)
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Post by: meganjane on April 17, 2012, 10:22:02 am
If it works, go for it Gretchen!

Love that jacket, Maddy!

I just got my Super Spatulas from Helene! Giving one of them to my DD for her birthday.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 17, 2012, 11:47:44 am
Hope you have more than one the Megan as you will need it. I was able to clean the bowl  completely with the balsamic reduction from Helene's site plus lick the spatula clean. Absolute bliss.


Then I made Tenina's lemon curd  to get ready for tomorrow's macarons  and OMG  I got right under the blades for,a good lick of the curd. Without a doubt  the best spatula ever made.  I now have 4 on the go and may buy some more. For the TMx there is  no better accessory. I think I must be going nuts to be so enthusiastic about a spatula but when you find a good tool that works brilliantly and does what's expected then why not.

I have also used it in the frying pan when making scrambled eggs and frittata.

The brush is just a bonus.

Not to sure about  the $20 macaron cheat sheet. We will see.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on April 17, 2012, 12:49:44 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 17, 2012, 08:33:19 am
Today I bought from Robin's Nest Kitchenware, this macaron thingy to make Mara's macarons from superkitchenmachine.com. No doubt Helene will scoff at my cheat "sheet"!

Let us know how the macarons turn out Gert.....I have that same pan, but it's on loan to a friend....so haven't tried it yet.   Can't believe I haven't made macarons yet, but would love a TM version to be successful.
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Post by: kyton on April 17, 2012, 12:54:29 pm
I know I am buying a TMX over the next few weeks but today I bought Breville Fast Slow Cooker and a  Kenwood Premier Chef. These were my presents to me with the last paycheck I received when I resigned in November last year.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa663bd-59cf-045c.jpg) 
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa663bd-59f1-81d3.jpg)
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Post by: dede on April 17, 2012, 12:57:15 pm
Oh love the kenwood, wouldn't mind one of these.
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Post by: kyton on April 17, 2012, 01:03:23 pm
Dede it was a really good price and it included a meat grinder which from reading that the TMX has a few shortcomings in grinding meats I thought would come in handy. Plus a pasta making set via redemption.

So all in all I think they will all complement the TMX once I order and receive it.
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Post by: meganjane on April 17, 2012, 03:25:00 pm
Oh CP that's awful! You were only trying to help.  What a terrible scam.
😔
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 17, 2012, 10:39:44 pm
Kyton u r norti. I want a fast slow cooker now. On my birthday wish list. Only problem is what to do with my slow slow cooker
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Post by: fundj&e on April 17, 2012, 10:44:01 pm
keep it 4 DS for when he moves out  :-))
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Post by: courton on April 17, 2012, 11:13:16 pm
I have never heard of a fast slow cooker! Isn't it an oxy moron?
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Post by: Halex on April 17, 2012, 11:22:16 pm
Isnt the idea of a slow cooker, to cook things slowly, go out for the day, come home & dinner is cooked.

Whats a fast slow cooker??

I woukd like a mincer, but not worth the money for the occasional times of using it.

As I buy my meat at such a Good price, once in a while I could buy minced chicken, but I havent given up with TM mincing yet. Like the spag  bol, eventually you will get there ;D

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 12:10:27 am
Its a PC and slow cooker in one hally
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Post by: Halex on April 18, 2012, 12:14:46 am
Thanks Uni :)

How are you these days?

H :)
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Post by: obbie on April 18, 2012, 12:15:21 am
 :) I bought a nu wave 5 in 1 cooker for $149

rice cooker
slow cooker
pressure cooker
soup
steams
browns

perfect to use in conjunction with Thermomix too.
I can give my other slow cooker away now.

Robyn :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 12:25:44 am
Quote from: Hally on April 18, 2012, 12:14:46 am
Thanks Uni :)

How are you these days?

H :)

4/5 hally  ;D
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Post by: dede on April 18, 2012, 12:27:20 am
Anyone have one of these airwaves fryers? The ones that cook chips etc with only a small amount of oil.
Was thinking of getting one but only if they are good.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 12:58:52 am
i was this __close in buying one when i went  costco on the week end  ;D
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Post by: courton on April 18, 2012, 01:21:20 am
What do you like buying from Costco fundj? My dd's favourites are the Asian prawn wonton and noodle soup (every second trolley had a box of these),. I like the meat, feta cheese and detergents.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 01:21:34 am
Bwaaaaa I wanna COSTCO, ALDI! Something in CAIRNS PULEEZE.

Gert
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Post by: courton on April 18, 2012, 01:25:18 am
Aldi is especially good for their catalogue specials for the house. Don't like their food.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 01:34:10 am
i didnt buy much this time i was with DD across the road looking at baby prams,cots,highchairs and etc etc she had not been so we went just for looking i did buy sun dried tomato,artichoke,olives,cheese and few bits and pieces, i thought the meat was a tad expensive
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Post by: courton on April 18, 2012, 01:44:42 am
But excellent quality according to dh and dd. I don't eat meat.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 01:51:44 am
good to know  courton thanks.
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Post by: faffa_70 on April 18, 2012, 02:18:11 am
Quote from: dede on April 18, 2012, 12:27:20 am
Anyone have one of these airwaves fryers? The ones that cook chips etc with only a small amount of oil.
Was thinking of getting one but only if they are good.

I want to know too as DH wants one. I did ask before but no one answered so I figured no one had one!!! I also want to know what they smell like when they are cooking because if they smell anything like fit chips (http://www.fitchips.com.au/) then it won't be making its way into this house. The smell of them makes me want to vomit and I avoid that area of our shopping centre!!
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Post by: obbie on April 18, 2012, 02:31:57 am
 :) I'll second that Gretchen.
Costco or aldi would be great.

Robyn
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Post by: RosieB on April 18, 2012, 03:20:08 am
+ve...I have spoken to people who own them, and they say they are great and do a nice crisp chip or batter.
Easy to clean.

But that they are very similar to oven fries and that if they knew what the end result would be would simply have stayed with oven fried..

-ve...  They are big and bulky and take up a lot of bench and cupboard space.
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Post by: dede on April 18, 2012, 03:28:15 am
Well it's good to know. Just been to Harvey Norman and had a look. Yes they are quiet big and I don't think they would hold much for our size family. Think I will stick to the oven. They are $269 so quiet expensive. Oh well worth a look. :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on April 18, 2012, 03:40:04 am
I'm with you Gretchen - Adelaide misses out too. At least we now have Ikea, but it would be nice to have more choice for groceries. Luckily we have a great farmers market at the show grounds so we can get decent fruit, veges, milk, meat etc.
I really want an Aldi coffee machine.  Waa boo hoo....
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 04:05:48 am
Yes  you  have great farmers markets and delies as well. We do not have either. Obbie will tell you that they get good produce up on the Tablelands.

I would not change my Jura for an Aldi coffee machine. No way.

Ah well at least I am always warm.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on April 18, 2012, 04:38:57 am
 :-* Gretchen we do have the best of fresh produce here, its great.  Wines, milks, cheeses, chocolate  to name a few.
just no shops to shop in, unless I come down to Cairns, like this weekend.

I live in the best paradise, great views,  but we need more shops.
My shop is very nice, but I don't sell kitchenware, just guys stuff.

Atherton has nothing either.
So I buy online mostly.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 06:08:27 am
Thank goodness for the Internet. Eh?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 18, 2012, 06:35:20 am
I'd love an Aldi and Costco. Coles and Woolies have us really stitched up. I'm getting rather cross that they keep discontinueing products to put in their own. I keep emailing them and they say 'oh we don't stock that anymore." :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: deedub on April 18, 2012, 07:25:43 am
Went to Costco today with a friend - only my 2nd visit, & this time I signed up! Bought box set of roald Dahl books 4 the kids for $48 - bargain! Wrapping paper, box of 30 beautiful greeting cards for $18 (with 2 school age kids go thru a LOT of cards etc). Oh & bought some food too! Flour, sundried toms, goats cheese etc etc. I can see I'll probably only go about 6 times a year, but I reckon I'll get my money's worth.
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Post by: courton on April 18, 2012, 08:34:24 am
I got my membership value back after 2 visits
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Post by: Halex on April 18, 2012, 09:41:35 am
Cookie, i know what you mean, which is why I dont like to buy home brand.

I am seriously thinking of trying to shop at iga but my 2 local ones are manic, canning bridge & brentwood.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 09:52:39 am
what, where are the macarons ?
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Post by: judydawn on April 18, 2012, 09:54:18 am
I've moved them to What are you Cooking Uni.
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Post by: goldfish on April 18, 2012, 10:01:02 am
Quote from: fundj on April 18, 2012, 09:52:39 am
what, where are the macarons ?

 ;D ;D ;D poor fundj!! . . . .
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Post by: judydawn on April 18, 2012, 10:48:25 am
I had a day out on Norwood Parade today with the carers and managed to get some things on my wish list during the 5 hours shopping & lunch trip.
The Gucci handbag I found in an op shop for $75.  The birthday book is for forum members details, the stainless steel soap is because Gretchen gave it the thumbs up on here and the new timer/alarm is because my old one didn't work this morning and I slept in  :-))  Still made it to the meeting point in time though. Had a great day.
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Post by: dede on April 18, 2012, 10:49:55 am
Looks like you had a great shopping day Judy ;D
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Post by: goldfish on April 18, 2012, 10:52:12 am
Glad you had such a good day, JD!  See everyone!  JD can't even take a day off without her mind on the forum!  A lovely book - and thank you for taking the time to look after us all . . . .  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 18, 2012, 10:52:54 am
Like the handbag JD 8) A great day then ;) :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 10:52:57 am
How wonderful Judy. Well deserved.

Gert
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 18, 2012, 11:42:50 am
Glad u had fun JD. You deserve it.
Thanks for the info on the air fryer. Been thinking about getting one and now I will save my money and use the oven.
As for Aldi and Costco. Armidale was meant to get Aldi 2 yrs ago and we r still waiting. Tamworth even doesn't have one.
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Post by: courton on April 18, 2012, 11:43:37 am
Gert, what is the secret with the stainless steel soap? Picked up silver casings to make Chookie's Portuguese tarts...now to find time to make them!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on April 18, 2012, 11:46:47 am
Sounds like you had a great day out JD  :)
Nice to see all your shopping, love the handbag!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 11:58:27 am
Quote from: courton on April 18, 2012, 11:43:37 am
Gert, what is the secret with the stainless steel soap? Picked up silver casings to make Chookie's Portuguese tarts...now to find time to make them!

Use it like soap to remove smells from your hands like onion and garlic. It DOES NOT work for chilie.

You could also  use those stainless steel scrubbers or rub your hands on the sink but the bar is smooth  and clean. Not expensive and makes a nice gift.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 18, 2012, 12:03:10 pm
Stupid question but I presume you use water at the same time Gretchen.  I bought one home for sister-in-law too seeing as she sat with Geoff all day.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 18, 2012, 12:14:22 pm
Didn't I say somewhere there are no stupid questions on this forum!! Doesn't,t matter but yes it is easier to slide around if your hands are wet.

You can keep it on the top shelf of the dishwasher too to help eliminate the smells in there between washes.

.it is amazing how many smells you can get rid of.

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Post by: judydawn on April 18, 2012, 12:20:55 pm
Thanks Gretchen.  I already have the s/steel scrunchy whatsits in my dishwasher that you also told us about.  Everyone who comes here goes home with a couple to hang in theirs too so I am getting the message out there. I don't know about the dishwasher smelling fresh, haven't put my head in there to smell it but the dishes certainly do seem to come out sparkling more.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on April 18, 2012, 10:06:59 pm
😄😄😄😄😄😄 haha gretch you made me laugh again thinking of your whole head in the chilli incident.. Will have to get some more steel wool? Thingys (is that what you mean by scrunchy?) and put in the dishwasher to try out
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Post by: Frozzie on April 18, 2012, 10:10:21 pm
Yes i know NOT AT ALL funny at the time but thinking of your reaction is giving me a good giggle 😊
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 18, 2012, 10:21:17 pm
Ok I must have missed it. What do u put in the dishwasher? Where do u get them from?
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Post by: fundj&e on April 18, 2012, 10:37:03 pm
 ;D steel soap bar
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Post by: obbie on April 18, 2012, 11:55:14 pm
It does work. I bought one to put in my dishwasher.
Thanks Gretchen..
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Post by: cookie1 on April 19, 2012, 02:19:28 am
I bought a heap back from Singapore last year and gave them to friends. I don't think they believe me about how good they are.
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Post by: Halex on April 19, 2012, 06:43:14 am
I am lost with ss soap dish ???

Cookie, naughty me went to Myer 30% off cookbooks, thanks for telling me.

Bought Donna Hay simple dinners
WW more slow cooking


H :)
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Post by: judydawn on April 19, 2012, 07:13:02 am
This is the stainless steel scouring pad that Gretchen said could be placed in the dishwasher - you could use the stainless steel bar but this is the cheaper option.

Not steel wool Kim, that will rust. 
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 19, 2012, 07:20:58 am
Thanks JD on my shopping list :@)
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Post by: maddy on April 19, 2012, 07:21:14 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/thermomix_lovers_kit2_medium.jpg?t=1334816171)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/41ii6YasMfL.jpg?t=1334816013)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 19, 2012, 10:03:54 am
That SS scouring pad would end up with lots of bits of food in it?
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Post by: gertbysea on April 19, 2012, 10:11:19 am
No it doesn't . I have one on both shelves of the dishwasher. Haven't changed them in years. No bits at all.


Try it.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 19, 2012, 10:13:59 am
I will try it Gretch, but I know that I would be able to top a pizza if I shook it after a week
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Post by: gertbysea on April 19, 2012, 10:16:54 am
Just who in the house loads that dishwasher without rinsing?? Smack on hand.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on April 19, 2012, 10:28:56 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 19, 2012, 10:16:54 am
Just who in the house loads that dishwasher without rinsing?? Smack on hand.

Gert

you don't need to rinse Gert.....

(http://www.joe-ks.com/archives_jan2004/DogDishwasher.jpg)

 See........ :P
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Post by: dede on April 19, 2012, 10:38:57 am
Lol, that's a great idea Maddy. ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 19, 2012, 10:40:19 am
ROFLMAO! love it. I want that dishwasher.

Gert
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Post by: snappy on April 19, 2012, 11:45:25 am
Maddy where do you find all those amazing magazines?  I love home/interior mags but have never come across some of those.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 19, 2012, 11:51:05 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 19, 2012, 07:13:02 am
This is the stainless steel scouring pad that Gretchen said could be placed in the dishwasher - you could use the stainless steel bar but this is the cheaper option.

Not steel wool Kim, that will rust.

Thx jd and i know its not correct but hats what i call steel wool lol...will try that out as i have not seen stainless steel soap bars...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 19, 2012, 01:11:11 pm
 :D :D :D :D Maddy, can you believe I saw your picture and didn't even see that gorgeous dog until I looked at it a second time to see why you didn't need to rinse the dishes.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 19, 2012, 01:16:56 pm
Chance loves our dishwasher but only stands on the door he hasn't got into it YET :D :D :D
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Post by: keiramax on April 19, 2012, 07:28:27 pm
Maddy, that is too funny,  We have two labs and given half a chance they would be in as well.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 19, 2012, 09:40:47 pm
Maddy how cute.... I love it.
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Post by: Halex on April 19, 2012, 11:24:07 pm
After buying 2 new cookbooks,I just popped back to the shops.

Ended up in DJ's, was promptly helped by a lovely sales woman & walked out with a new slow cooker,  :DLOL

Breville. 5.5 litre. The base of the dish can be used on the stove top for browning. Fantastic, so no need to use another pot.

H :)

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Post by: fundj&e on April 20, 2012, 12:24:47 am
you will love it hally, i have the bigger one i think its the 7  litre one, way to big for only cooking for 2

lately i have been doing bol,nap and minestrone
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 12:29:18 am
Very good Hally. I told DH about the new fast slow cooker but he said we already have a 7 litre slow cooker and a thermie. Don't need anything else. God love him LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 12:29:35 am
Hally you should be locked up. :-)) :-)) :-)) You are one crazy shopper.  ;D ;D ;DDo you dream about shopping? :o :o :o :o

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 20, 2012, 12:52:05 am
Quote from: snappy on April 19, 2012, 11:45:25 am
Maddy where do you find all those amazing magazines?  I love home/interior mags but have never come across some of those.

Snappy, I get my local store/post office to order them in for me .  Not many news agents carry them.  I love these romantic ones, they showcase all styles, but heavy on the girly/gorgeous themes  ;) and also there's not many ads in them either.
Romantic homes and Romantic country (quarterly) are my bibles  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/880c0394.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2851cd82.jpg)



CLARIFICATION.......the doggy in the dishwasher pic is not my dishwasher  :P  I don't own a d/washer......and I don't want you all to think I actually let our dogs lick the plates clean   :D........although it would conserve water  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 01:08:37 am
DG I am very clever. DS was given an $80 voucher for xmas & birthday. He wanted to buy skylanders, found them  elsewhere so we swapped. Yay $80 voucher, xmas was long ago, DH forgets, so ended up paying $40 in cash & the voucher, what a bargain.LOL

We are off to JB HI FI today, i have $100 voucher, (DH returned faulty modem)  ds wants skylanders so will use the voucher & keep his cash. :)

So so easy ;D

Gert, Maddy is the crazy shopper ;D not me ??? ??? Arent you Maddy :)

H :)
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Post by: keiramax on April 20, 2012, 01:22:36 am
We bought a tractor and it was delivered today.  Not really cooking related but it's taken 8 years to get one.  Needless to say by partner is very excited.  I have lots of credits in the spending game, so now I won't feel guilty about indulging in some kitchen purchases.

Now we can start ticking off all those jobs.  The food related ones are:
* flatten and prepare the site for the green house.  We scored a glass green house for free, we just had to dismantle and move it.
* Redesign the veggie garden, we are going to terrace the area and pave the paths.  We scored about 3,500 pavers off ebay for $1.04 for the lot, again we had to lift them and transport home.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 01:28:42 am
Now that is what I call SHOPPING. Very exciting purchase.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on April 20, 2012, 02:21:08 am
A tractor is what I call shopping.

Bargain for the pavers @ $1.04


Robyn
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Post by: judydawn on April 20, 2012, 02:24:12 am
Yes, I agree - I love a bargain and if you are prepared to remove them for the owner to get them at that price, full credit to you.  I guess you are going to re-lay them yourselves too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 20, 2012, 02:42:43 am
Quote from: Hally on April 20, 2012, 01:08:37 am
Gert, Maddy is the crazy shopper ;D not me ??? ??? Arent you Maddy :)
H :)

Um....this may be slightly true  Hally :P

Browsing usually turns into buying.....like at Lark this morning .......

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a16e2dcc.jpg)

I loved this birdcage stand for cupcakes etc.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/54d400c1.jpg)

And a Cath Kidston tote & tea towels

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f78550e8.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fb863791.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on April 20, 2012, 03:12:24 am
That stand would be very impressive for a high tea maddy.  Umm, how long will it be before you have to buy a new house, surely you are running out of room by now  ??? ;D
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Post by: obbie on April 20, 2012, 03:30:04 am
Maddy, I love the cupcake stand.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 03:35:21 am
Maddy love the birdcage cake stand. How impressive. Going into your house, must be like entering a girls fairytale castle.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 20, 2012, 04:22:01 am
WW have a new book out called "Food for Friends", such mouthwatering recipes in there and only 10 bucks. I can see I'll be doing some TM conversions from it. They have PC & SC recipes as well - one day hopefully they will include TM.

(PC = Pressure Cooker, SC = Slow Cooker)
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Post by: keiramax on April 20, 2012, 04:49:52 am
Beautiful cake stand Maddy, I'm just waiting for the day you open your own cafe.  I can just image eating mouth watering cakes of beautiful china.

Will be laying the pavers ourselves, I have garden envy of the veggie patch on Gardening Australia.  So that's my goal with my own garden.
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 04:53:42 am
Keiramax - this sounds wonderful!!  Yes, I'd give my eyetooth for that veg patch!!  Congratulations on the acquisition of the pavers - but a heck of a job to get them up and to your place.  The greenhouse makes me totally greeneyed . . . *sigh*

The tractor will make life so much easier! A prize at the end of a very long wait!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 20, 2012, 05:20:43 am
I love this thread.
imagine what we have all bought on here, all together in one place.

cars, tractors, books, ice cream machines, cake stands, vacuum ;cleaners, bags, clothes.....

Robyn ;D
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Post by: Tasty on April 20, 2012, 05:36:04 am
Just booked our first family holiday to Bali - a little bit nervous as haven't been and it's with a one year old but staying in a safe part.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 05:42:48 am
Tasty how exciting.
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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 06:05:05 am
Maddy yiu are going to need to buy a new house!! Where do you put it all!!

Bought myself a large wooden chopping board ;D

Ds skylanders & puss in boots dvd.

H :)



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Post by: maddy on April 20, 2012, 07:06:47 am
Quote from: Hally on April 20, 2012, 06:05:05 am
Maddy yiu are going to need to buy a new house!! Where do you put
H :)

I hit capacity long ago!......yes I need a  bigger house.....but does that stop me filling up my dolls house now.......no  :P
Like keiramax....my hubby has bought 2 new tractors in 5 years, not to mention all sorts of other implements (they are for our business)......so there is my extension/renovation, driving around on many wheels!   :(
.........Keiramax.....get in quick and buy all your kitchen stuff now.....because once they have the tractor, the machinery snowball enlarges rapidly!

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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 07:30:46 am
Tasty, love holidays where are you staying? Kuta, Nsa Dua....

Maddy, i just dont know where it all goes, i have to throw out f I get new

H :)

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Post by: keiramax on April 20, 2012, 08:29:17 am
Maddy I know about boys and their toys.  It all started with the extension and renovations, we now have enough tools to start our own construction company.  Before that it was cars, so have many tools for that.  Now it is the tractor, it hadn't even been delivered and he was looking at attachments.

Tasty, I've avoided holidays so far with the little ones, but hopefully towards the end of this year we will go somewhere.
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Post by: dede on April 20, 2012, 08:32:39 am
Got myself some of those stainless steel scrubber things today for the dishwasher. Thanks for the tip ;D
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Post by: maddy on April 20, 2012, 09:10:45 am
Quote from: keiramax on April 20, 2012, 08:29:17 am
Now it is the tractor, it hadn't even been delivered and he was looking at attachments.

OH DEAR!......LOL  :P
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 09:36:25 am
Boys with their toys are so predictable..

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on April 20, 2012, 09:49:25 am
Quote from: dede on April 20, 2012, 08:32:39 am
Got myself some of those stainless steel scrubber things today for the dishwasher. Thanks for the tip ;D
Dede, I missed the posts on the scrubber things for the dishwasher. Would you bring me up to speed?
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Post by: dede on April 20, 2012, 09:53:37 am
Michelle you hang them in your dishwasher to eliminate odours. Great idea. :)
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 09:56:02 am
Must admit . . I've heard of them but never seen them around . .. where do you find them?
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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 09:57:14 am
I am in the shopping mood, just organised a 12 month subscription to Delicious UK.

Starts July.

H :)

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Post by: dede on April 20, 2012, 09:58:06 am
GF I just got them from our local IGA
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 09:59:08 am
Quote from: Hally on April 20, 2012, 09:57:14 am
I am in the shopping mood, just organised a 12 month subscription to Delicious UK.

Starts July.

H :)



What was that youn saying earlier Hally? LOL! ;D
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Post by: mcmich on April 20, 2012, 10:02:15 am
Me too Hally. DH is away and I want the dishwasher scrubbers that dede has. And I have a stack of things in my basket at kitchen ware direct. Just need to hit the buy button.
Maddy was talking about lark this morning - never been on the site and now I have a shopping basket there too.
I shouldn't indulge in this thread.
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:03:13 am
Quote from: dede on April 20, 2012, 09:58:06 am
GF I just got them from our local IGA

are we talking about he stainless steel scourers . . or something else?

Pardon me for gatecrashing your posting GF but this is what we are talking about. JD
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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 10:06:30 am
Gert, i dont know I dont remember, LOL ;D

H :)
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:11:14 am
Quote from: Hally on April 20, 2012, 10:06:30 am
Gert, i dont know I dont remember, LOL ;D

H :)

LOL Hally . . . a sign of the very seriously addicted . . . . ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:12:33 am
Quote from: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:11:14 am
Quote from: Hally on April 20, 2012, 10:06:30 am
Gert, i dont know I dont remember, LOL ;D

H :)

LOL Hally . . . a sign of the very seriously addicted . . . . ;D ;D ;D

My point exactly.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 10:14:06 am
I forgotten  aready, what am I addicted too,  ??? ??? ???

H ???
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:14:59 am
OMG!!    ???     ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:15:28 am
You can but a bucketload of stainless steel scourers from the $2 shops , maybe ten on a card.  Or you can pay $1 for one bigger one at any grocery store. They are really cheap.


I don't shop like some people here though I did buy two chairs today.


Gert
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:25:42 am
Thanks, Gert . . . and the idea is just to keep them in the dishwasher?  I  do use those scourers and pop them in the dishwasher every now and then to clean them up . .

Today I received those gorgeous moulds  (ebay UK) that nonomix used for her
Tulipes of red berry mousse      http://journalofafrenchfoodie.com/2012/04/07/tulipes-of-red-berry-mousse/
Just love them . . might even hang them on the wall for a while ;D

Also found, quite by accident, some of those metal plate holders that were mentioned some time back good for storing baking dishes, etc.  Really pleased to have those!!  Now for a bit of order in that cupboard!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 11:02:06 am
Quote from: goldfish on April 20, 2012, 10:03:13 am
Quote from: dede on April 20, 2012, 09:58:06 am
GF I just got them from our local IGA

Pardon me for gatecrashing your posting GF but this is what we are talking about. JD

 ;D ;D No problem at all, JD!  I appreciate it!! Thanks very much!!!
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 11:10:15 am
Omg just looked @ lark. Quickly closed it down before I start spending.
Woohoo I am off to The Pines @ Gold Coast all expenses paid for 3 nights in July.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2012, 11:45:43 am
How exciting DG.
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Post by: judydawn on April 20, 2012, 11:48:17 am
Lucky you DG.
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Post by: courton on April 20, 2012, 12:17:12 pm
Goldfish, would love the eBay link for the tulip moulds...pretty pls?
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Post by: Tasty on April 20, 2012, 12:35:12 pm
Hally - we'll be staying in Nusa Dua (wouldn't stay in Kuta with a little one).  Have you stayed in that part?

Keiramax - I didn't think we'd be going on a holiday with a little one for a while either however some friends of ours (with a slightly older bub) invited us. We initially said no but then changed our minds once they told us about the deal and calmed our fears about Bali and little ones.
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Post by: Halex on April 20, 2012, 12:37:47 pm
Yes we only stay in Nusa Dua. Its great nice & safe :)

Which hotel?

H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on April 20, 2012, 03:25:35 pm
Tasty we have been going since ours were really young. DD was only 8 months old for her first visit. We stay in Sanur which is really quiet too. I took up a cheap pram/stroller earch time and just left it there - don't have to pay for it to come home with all the shopping lol
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Post by: andiesenji on April 20, 2012, 06:10:19 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:15:28 am
You can but a bucketload of stainless steel scourers from the $2 shops , maybe ten on a card.  Or you can pay $1 for one bigger one at any grocery store. They are really cheap.

I don't shop like some people here though I did buy two chairs today.

Gert


If you can find a restaurant supply place that sells to the public (a popular store in the U.S. is Smart & Final) you can find jumbo-sized stainless steel scrubbers in a bag or "sleeve" - cheaper than the small ones in regular stores.  6 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick.
I don't use them in the kitchen but in the garden to scrub the mineral salts off planter pots - there are a lot of minerals in the water that build up after a season of watering. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:30:09 pm
I bought a new horse float yesterday. Loading up my boy and my friends boy this morning and we are off cutting for the weekend. Very excited to have my own wheels!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:36:47 pm
In fact - so excited I've been awake since 3am  :o and have now decided it is ridiculous laying in bed and am up with a coffee and on here! Can't even go out and admire my new wheels as it's only 4.30am and still too dark!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on April 20, 2012, 09:39:26 pm
Quote from: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:36:47 pm
In fact - so excited I've been awake since 3am  :o and have now decided it is ridiculous laying in bed and am up with a coffee and on here! Can't even go out and admire my new wheels as it's only 4.30am and still too dark!!!
You've got it bad if you are up that early Nikkit ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 09:42:44 pm
Nikkit which one did u get?
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Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:48:49 pm
Morning! Either you guys are in another time zone - or you can't sleep like me!!

I got a Millsy DizzyGirl. Local guy here in Perth. Imported, but had all the bits that I wanted (beds, water tank, plenty of storage room). And within the budget, so that was the deciding factor! Maiden 'voyage' nope...not enough water here for that...maiden trip today, so fingers crossed all goes well. My horse was not overly impressed when I loaded him last night for 'fun', so a bag of carrots may do the trick this morning. I hope!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on April 20, 2012, 09:52:44 pm
Quote from: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:48:49 pm
Morning! Either you guys are in another time zone - or you can't sleep like me!!

I got a Millsy DizzyGirl. Local guy here in Perth. Imported, but had all the bits that I wanted (beds, water tank, plenty of storage room). And within the budget, so that was the deciding factor! Maiden 'voyage' nope...not enough water here for that...maiden trip today, so fingers crossed all goes well. My horse was not overly impressed when I loaded him last night for 'fun', so a bag of carrots may do the trick this morning. I hope!
It's still Friday evening here Nikkit ;) Have a good trip  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 09:57:22 pm
Thanks CC, wish I could go back to bed and have another sleep - me thinks it will be a loooong day chasing cows today! At least the weather has cooled and will be low 20's instead of last time - mid 40's. That was yukky!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:03:17 pm
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author=andiesenji link=topic=6682.msg142416#msg142416 date
If you can find a restaurant supply place that sells to the public (a popular store in the U.S. is Smart & Final) you can find jumbo-sized stainless steel scrubbers in a bag or "sleeve" - cheaper than the small ones in regular stores.  6 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick.
I don't use them in the kitchen but in the garden to scrub the mineral salts off planter pots - there are a lot of minerals in the water that build up after a season of watering.  

Now that is a proper SCRUBBER. I am gunna have a look for that size. Thanks Andi.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:09:37 pm
Nikkit, a horse float with beds?  Amazing to me. Must be huge?  Is is a trailer or  like an RV. Can you take a pic for us?  Wha this yourboy's name name? A photo of him would be great too.

Gretchen
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 20, 2012, 10:20:41 pm
Nikkit is it a gooseneck? Our local guy (next to our shop) does custom made gooseneck floats and standard floats. Some are better than my house LOL. We sell PBL floats.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 10:29:08 pm
DizzyGirl - No gooseneck for me...not until I win lotto that is. (But I can dream can't I?) Then I'd need a truck to tow it with...and another horse...and the dream just gets a little out of control then! I looked at PBL's ... and dreamed a little more!!
Gretchen - the float is a 2 horse straight load, but the bays where the horses go are padded and they flip up to make a bed in each bay. Don't have any pics yet, but will take some next week when things settle down here again.
My horse is a 7 year old appaloosa, "Pip", my avatar is us down at the river one day last year. Spunky cheeky boy he is...love him to bits.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 10:42:57 pm
Oh nikkit your avatar  is so small on my iPad but when I spread my fingers and enlarged it I can now make out your beautiful horse by the water. Well you will be travelling well from now on.  How wonderful.

Gretchen
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Post by: Nikkit on April 20, 2012, 11:01:47 pm
Thankyou Gretchen, Pip is special. We have had quite a journey together over the last 3 years, it has hurt, I've had more sand in my knickers than I care to remember, I have cried and I have laughed and I think he has done all that too...except the sand in his knickers! My main aim at the end of the day is to have fun at what we do. At the moment we are cutting...not very well I might add if you go by our scores the judge gives us as we walk out of the pen, but we come out with a smile on our faces, so in my eyes we are the winners!
A bit off track, but I met a lady recently who had just started riding at 62. I hope that I can still swing my leg over at 62! And at 92 while I am sitting in my rocking chair I want to be able to tell my great grand kids all the things I did when "I was a girl on a spotty horse..."
Now with our own wheels (and beds to boot!) we'll be off for more adventures...
(hubby and kids permitting of course!!)
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 11:22:35 pm
Great story nikkit. Hope you have a long journey with Pip.  Horses can be very funny indeed and they are suckers for carrots .

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2012, 05:26:23 am
Pip looks wonderful Nikkit. Do any of your children ride? Where did you head off to this weekend?
I rode until I was about 23 but only on the farm, no dressage or jumping for me.
I guess you can reverse the horse float, congraulations on that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 21, 2012, 07:28:23 am
Just got back from shopping. Apart from groceries I bought:
2 pizza makers $29 each at Coles (1 is for a friends birthday)
3 bamboo chopping boards and stand $10 at Coles
A pizza lifter $20 Robins Kitchens
Ah bra at Big W
A new pair of shoes

That will teach DH to let my be child free on a Saturday ;@)
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Post by: mcmich on April 21, 2012, 09:27:50 am
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: meganjane on April 21, 2012, 10:01:58 am
Sounds like you had fun dizzygirl!

I bought one of these today:
(http://www.sunbeam.com.au/media/541862/vs4300_152x152.jpg)

I'd like to try sous vide in the TMX. Just for quicker cooking things like salmon.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 21, 2012, 10:19:58 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on April 21, 2012, 07:28:23 am
Just got back from shopping. Apart from groceries I bought:
2 pizza makers $29 each at Coles (1 is for a friends birthday)
3 bamboo chopping boards and stand $10 at Coles
A pizza lifter $20 Robins Kitchens
Ah bra at Big W
A new pair of shoes

That will teach DH to let my be child free on a Saturday ;@)

My Coles never have anything so interesting.

I am interested in what you think of the Ah bra. Anyone else got one?

Gert

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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 21, 2012, 10:28:41 am
Haven't got one Gert.Never heard of them before until I saw them advertised on the TV here recently. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 21, 2012, 10:35:05 am
Well we will wait  and see what DG thinks of hers

gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 21, 2012, 10:35:32 am
Gert I think my mum brought one of these bras, but she said they were no good if your bigger busted. (no good for me then ;D)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 21, 2012, 11:02:08 am
The Ahh Bra is only good for home. As I am big busted I find there isn't enough support. My normal bras are $80 and I want them to last so the Ahh Bra was bought for home use when nobody sees me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 21, 2012, 11:20:13 am
Good idea DG, would be comfortable though from what I have heard.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 21, 2012, 11:28:15 am
Very comfortable doesn't feel like I have a bra on. My friend who is big busted too, wears 2 at once and said she good support then. You can get Di liar ones for $8 at dollars and sense too. Will have a look at theirs next time I am near a store.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 21, 2012, 01:41:36 pm
i am the same DG home use only, but they are very comfortable. my DIL wears hers all of the time and she also loves it .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on April 21, 2012, 10:34:40 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 20, 2012, 11:22:35 pm
Great story nikkit. Hope you have a long journey with Pip.  Horses can be very funny indeed and they are suckers for carrots .

Gert
Thankyou! Pip will do anything for a carrot and if there's 3 in my pocket and I only give him 2 he knows and mugs me til the last one is found :).

Quote from: cookie1 on April 21, 2012, 05:26:23 am
Pip looks wonderful Nikkit. Do any of your children ride? Where did you head off to this weekend?
I rode until I was about 23 but only on the farm, no dressage or jumping for me.
I guess you can reverse the horse float, congraulations on that.
No my kids don't ride - which is good and bad. Would love them too, but then I'd have to share!
Heading off again thismorning to Gingin (WA), had a blast yesterday with my first run out going absolutley brilliant, first 2 cows were awesome, we worked them really well...til I cut out the 3rd cow and he slipped back into the mob in front of me and we lost it :(. So our score was not good, but I was really happy with Pip. Second run was just plain bad, but came out with a smile anyway!
No dressage or English riding for me, there's nothing to hold onto in those saddles (Incontinence pads we often call them!) I have a good western saddle ... but have been known to be ejected on the odd occasion!
And yes I can reverse the float, but will be doing a bit more practise here at home where no-one can see!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 22, 2012, 02:28:34 am
Yes, ahh bras for home only. so comfortable.
not enough support for wearing all the time.

Robyn :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2012, 04:41:23 am
Someone had the idea of Shopping from Home.  Love it.  Thanks.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on April 22, 2012, 05:50:48 pm
Quote from: meganjane on April 21, 2012, 10:01:58 am
Sounds like you had fun dizzygirl!

I bought one of these today:
(http://www.sunbeam.com.au/media/541862/vs4300_152x152.jpg)

I'd like to try sous vide in the TMX. Just for quicker cooking things like salmon.

I don't cook with the sous vide method.  I guess I just can't get my mind around having food at what I consider a "dangerous" temp for a prolonged time.  Many folks I know prepare things that way and rave about them - the Sous Vide cooker was an extremely popular holiday gift last December, but I guess I'm just too old to re-channel my brain.

I do use my vacuum sealer a lot as I often buy meats in large bits, break them down into smaller portions so I can vac seal and freeze them.  Also nuts, spices, other ingredients that might be subject to deterioration without that protection. 
I'm sure you will find it very handy for more than sous vide.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: thermo18 on April 22, 2012, 10:26:36 pm
Hally was wondering how your new slow cooker was as I was thinking of getting one like that, and as you have one you is it worth getting  ;D
Thanks
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 22, 2012, 10:34:27 pm
Hi thermo18,

Love my new slow cooker. Used it saturday for a lamb curry. Diced up forquarter meat (1kg) which I had marinated overnight, browned the meat, threw everything in, cooked on low for 7-8 hours perfect. The meat fell apart in your mouth & the whole dish was lovely & flavoursome.

Used it again yesterday to make a small curry 500g to put into pies, very very happy with this curry too.

I love the browning aspect, so glad I bought a large one too.

Hope this helps

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: thermo18 on April 22, 2012, 10:54:03 pm
Thank you Hally, this has helped I did read some reviews on the net which were good, but knowing someone bought one it's  even better I was looking at them on the weekend and loved the idea you can brown on the stove, and the size is good for a family of 3, the lamb curry sounds yum, guess I am going shopping today lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 23, 2012, 12:57:41 am
Thermo18 forgot to say, mine comes with a rack so you can slow roast as well.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 23, 2012, 04:37:06 am
hally, please  take notes when you are doing a roast,i need lots on tips. thanks bella  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 23, 2012, 04:47:13 am
Uni, a roast is so easy, just pre heat the oven, use a roasting pan, season the meat / veges, use olive oil and in it goes.


Robyn
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Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 05:33:08 am
Roasts are my specialty (so DH says anyway)
Although I have trouble with roast beef as its easy to over do it and make it dry. Roast lamb and pork no problems ;)

One roast lamb + one oven bag(keeps roast moist and oven cleaner) + one oven at 160 = one very yummy meal.

One roast pork, score rind and spray with oil and sprinkle with a little salt + one oven tray and rack + one oven at 230 for first 30min, then turn down to 160 for remainder of the time = one pork roast with yummy crackle. ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 23, 2012, 05:35:09 am
I no longer do a roast. All my meat is cooked in the slow cooker. No oven to clean  ;)
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Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 06:44:58 am
I love the turbo cooker for roasts, much easier to clean than the oven :)
But depends on the size of the roast. I have had to use the oven lately with the big lamb roasts we have
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 23, 2012, 06:45:50 am
dede, with 7 to cook for, you need a big oven.
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Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 06:48:05 am
We don't eat a huge portion of meat (to expensive for us all). Lots of veggies though :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 23, 2012, 06:51:20 am
i have many books on how to roast, i have seen it done many times b4 but  i am really S*** at it

when we want a roast dinner we go to the RSL  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 23, 2012, 06:52:45 am
 :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 06:52:50 am
Lol Fundj, we all have things we just can't cook no matter what we do. I can't cook steak. I have tried many times but stuff it up all the time. I leave that for DH to do :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 23, 2012, 07:05:08 am
Uni, roasts are great.

Which meat do you want to do?

I roast pork, lamb, chicken, turkey, potatoes, parsnip, o ions, sweet potato, pumpki, carrots, garlic, etc in my oven & do silverside in the slow cooker.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on April 23, 2012, 07:24:45 am
any meat will do  :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on April 23, 2012, 07:41:14 am
When I used to use the oven, I would put a bowl of water on the bottom to prevent the meat drying out. Just like bread.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on April 23, 2012, 07:48:44 am
if there is a next time i will try that thanks DG
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Post by: cookie1 on April 23, 2012, 07:49:37 am
I use the easy cook for roasts and always put water in the bottom of it. Lovely roast and easy cleaning.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 08:38:37 am
Beef roasts can be cooked in an oven bag with a cup of coke as well, I have tried it and it is really nice :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 23, 2012, 11:12:02 pm
Oh dear, slap, oops cant help myself.

Poped over to a friends, she said, quick you have 30 mins to buy ww cookbooks 1/2 price, they were on catch of the day. Ended up buying 7 :o

Cant wait for them to come, cant say no to 1/2 price ;D they had heaps
I bought


1 x Wok Simple () = $5.95
1 x Tapas () = $7.95
1 x Pie Favourites () = $9.95
1 x Eating Together () = $12.95
1 x Stew () = $7.95
1 x MAXI - Cookies () = $9.95
1 x Women's Weekly Soup Cookbook () = $5.95

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 11:16:10 pm
Naughty naughty, good buy though. You will have plenty of reading to do :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 23, 2012, 11:18:11 pm
Cant wait for them to come ;D

Dede taptalk, is it easy to put photos on the forum?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 11:20:46 pm
Yes very easy Hally. You can add photos directly from your iPad onto the forum with 2 steps.
Click on photo album, find the photo and add (ok maybe 3 steps) ;D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/90891791-d5bb-a640.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 23, 2012, 11:23:43 pm
My photos come up small as they are from my iPhone transferred to the iPad via iCloud (lots of I's)
As my iPad doesn't  have a camera
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 24, 2012, 12:02:57 am
Dede, taptotalk free app?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 24, 2012, 12:17:18 am
Yes Hally or you can buy the HD one which I have on my iPad. And I have the free one in my iPhone.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 24, 2012, 04:17:26 am
Thanks for tht dede. DH has given me an Ipad 3 for my birthday. I won't get it for a bit as firstly there are none available at the moment and I still have lots of GB to use up on my netbook. He has noticed how much I use DD's.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 24, 2012, 04:30:51 am
It was bound to happen Cookie, good for you.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 24, 2012, 04:58:20 am
Wahoo cookiie 1! fantastic. i am now using my new zaggfolia which just arrived. Neat little keyboard case thngy. Love it so far after the first sentence.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on April 24, 2012, 10:33:46 am
Ooh Dede, i dont think I have downloaded the right app, this one is teaching me to read ??? ???   LOL

Yep can read already. What is the name of your app??

H :)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on April 24, 2012, 10:36:06 am
Lol Hally. It's tapatalk.

Glad you can read (must be a good app) ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 24, 2012, 10:49:06 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/7bd3dfc9-7701-b6e7.jpg)

Tapatalk
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 24, 2012, 11:07:32 am
Leather boots from sportsgirl
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/025cf86e.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f8592773.jpg)

and the May Delicious mag.
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Post by: judydawn on April 24, 2012, 11:12:36 am
Love the boots maddy - does that mean camel is in this winter?
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Post by: Frozzie on April 24, 2012, 03:05:05 pm
Quote from: fundj on April 23, 2012, 06:51:20 am
i have many books on how to roast, i have seen it done many times b4 but  i am really S*** at it

when we want a roast dinner we go to the RSL  ;D

I remember your crisis with roasts.. Think they just arent your thing but im still convinced there is something your missing somehow...im sure one day you will surprise yourself and create a gorgeous juicy roast.. Hang in there uni 😊
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: thermo18 on April 25, 2012, 12:19:03 am
Bought my slow cooker yesterday (thanks for your input Hally) also my first teapot and taste 30 minutes cookbook for my son for when he ever leaves home  ;D
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Post by: Halex on April 25, 2012, 12:31:24 am
Great thermo 18
Try my lamb curry under non thermomix recipes, its fantastic in the slow cooker. I did it in the oven 1st time, 2nd time in the slow cooker.

Was that the taste book for $5.95, its fantastic if it is.

H :)
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Post by: thermo18 on April 25, 2012, 12:50:14 am
Yes it's the $5.95 book, I had bought one for my DD when she left home this year, going to uni and working this book helps only thing she this is all new to her and 30 minutes meals usually take 45 minutes lol. I am making the lamb curry tonight and will post result, looking forward to doing a roast in the slowcooker not done that before  :)
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Post by: Halex on April 25, 2012, 12:53:33 am
I bought that book in sydney, spent nearly 4 hours reading it on the plane. Its a fab book.

Enjoy the curry. I marinated the meat overnight in the curry paste. I made the paste from A taste of Asia.

I thought I might put a roast in the slow cooker sunday.

H :)
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Post by: keiramax on April 25, 2012, 01:05:58 am
I have shelves in my pantry.  Although we are minus one shelf bracket, so still can't put everything away, but already a massive improvement.  Will post a photo when completely finished.

Will now be buying some more tupperware for all those things in packets.
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Post by: mcmich on April 25, 2012, 01:09:26 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
Meagan have you used the spiral slicer yet? I would love to get one. The slicer from kitchenware direct didn't have very good reveiws.
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Post by: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 01:20:31 am
Not yet  :) ;) I only ordered online yesterday :) can't wait! I have been using a julienne peeler to make zuchinni pasta. Check out some of the YouTube video reviews. I have been wanting to get one for ages. I'll let you know how it goes.
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Post by: mcmich on April 25, 2012, 01:21:42 am
Thanks Meagan, will have a look on youtube.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 01:25:15 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
This is me being green re your benriner slicer. Not so much for the apple corer  and nil green for your spatula as it cannot be anyway near as good as Helene's.LOL!

Gert
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Post by: Katiej on April 25, 2012, 01:56:47 am
Just checked out the Benriner slicer, it's looks pretty nifty  :)
I don't need it though (must keep telling myself that!), I don't need it  :D

I ordered a Chicago Metallic Baguette Pan from Fishpond a few days ago and am eagerly awaiting it's arrival.
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Post by: mcmich on April 25, 2012, 03:02:50 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 01:25:15 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
This is me being green re your benriner slicer. Not so much for the apple corer  and nil green for your spatula as it cannot be anyway near as good as Helene's.LOL!

Gert
Gert, do you have a spiral slicer?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 04:56:51 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 25, 2012, 03:02:50 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 01:25:15 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
This is me being green re your benriner slicer. Not so much for the apple corer  and nil green for your spatula as it cannot be anyway near as good as Helene's.LOL!

Gert
Gert, do you have a spiral slicer?

I think she is still pining for one, since Helene had a comp to win one!! Ageeeeeeees ago lol l
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Post by: dede on April 25, 2012, 05:00:58 am
Apparently Kmart has pasta rollers for $15. But I don't need one ;D
I may or may not be popping into Kmart tomorrow just to look, I won't buy it ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 05:25:44 am
No I don't have the slicer. I do use a peeler thingy that can do julianne Ns also my mandolin will do thin strips but the benriner is desirable.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 05:27:37 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 04:56:51 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 25, 2012, 03:02:50 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 01:25:15 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 24, 2012, 04:17:48 pm
Well I bought a benriner vertical spiral slicer thingy - for making veggie noodles, a new apple spiral peeler cutter corer as the suction cup has gone on ours  >:(  and a silicone spatula from peters of Kensington.  ;D
This is me being green re your benriner slicer. Not so much for the apple corer  and nil green for your spatula as it cannot be anyway near as good as Helene's.LOL!

Gert
Gert, do you have a spiral slicer?


It was quirky jo that won it wasn't it?

Gert

I think she is still pining for one, since Helene had a comp to win one!! Ageeeeeeees ago lol l
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Post by: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 05:30:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 05:27:37 am
It was quirky jo that won it wasn't it?

Gert

No It was Ceejay
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Post by: gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 06:16:17 am
I wonder if she uses it much?  It is a want rather than a need.  I need another case of Sav Blanc and I want it.......

Gert
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Post by: SoBlessed on April 25, 2012, 07:33:10 am
I have a spirooli slicer which was about $45. I love it for making zucchini noodles instead of eating spaghetti or pasta, as this seems to stop me from losing weight. It also does slices, good for my zucchini slice. There are you tube videos on how to use it.
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Post by: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 08:44:05 am
Quote from: Meagan on April 25, 2012, 05:30:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 25, 2012, 05:27:37 am
It was quirky jo that won it wasn't it?

Gert

No It was Ceejay
But now that I think about it....I think Jo does have something that spirals veg as she oes the raw noodles.
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Post by: Nikkit on April 25, 2012, 09:23:46 am
Not that I need any more recipe books, but this one some how leapt into my hands as I was not looking at recipe books in the $5 book shop at Joondalup yesterday.  :o
I try very very hard to not go near that book shop, but my feet just take me there and then books just seem to gravitate my way. Sigh...what is a girl to do when this happens  ???
I did think of joining "recipe books anonymous", but darn it...I just can't seem to find their phone number!!!
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Post by: judydawn on April 25, 2012, 09:33:51 am
 :D :D Just go with the pull of gravity Nikkit, it is not really an expensive addiction to have.
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Post by: goldfish on April 25, 2012, 09:36:52 am
Quote from: Nikkit on April 25, 2012, 09:23:46 am
Sigh...what is a girl to do when this happens  ???
I did think of joining "recipe books anonymous", but darn it...I just can't seem to find their phone number!!!

 ;D ;D Nikkit - you, me, and I daresay qui ;D ;Dte a number of others on here . . . . .  .
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Post by: Nikkit on April 25, 2012, 09:54:18 am
Thanks goodness for the $5 book shop JD, I don't feel quite so guilty!  ;D

Goldfish - I'm glad I can't find their number - It'd be awful to go to a RBA meeting and hear about all the books the others had bought and then I'd have to have them as well!

This new book has gorgeous pictures, just loooove a recipe book with pictures.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 25, 2012, 12:23:35 pm
I'm sure I have their number somewhere Nikkit. I'll keep looking for it. I think it is on a tiny bit of paper under all my cookbooks and cooking magazines.  ;) ;)
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Post by: Tasty on April 25, 2012, 12:58:57 pm
My dad bought a veggie twister (or spiraliser) and I have borrowed it recently to make the zucchini pasta from quirky jo's blog. It works quite well and looks great. However if you put the vege in incorrectly, it's pretty bad as it cuts it into short lengths that don't look like spirals as too short.

Those things are expensive though.
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Post by: Nikkit on April 25, 2012, 10:28:42 pm
Woah Cookie1...you MUST be a cook book tragic if you really do have the number for RBA!!!  ;D

Don't look too hard...that would spoil all the fun if you did find the number!
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Post by: Wonder on April 26, 2012, 12:47:08 am
Thinking of purchasing the Breville Fast Slow cooker this week or getting it for mothers day - I think there are a few people on here who have them now and would like to know how people are finding them. Also for those who have the NewWave 5 in 1, how different do you think they are to the Breville and what do you think of them? There are a lot more reviews for the NewWave and to me it looks pretty much the same but approximately $60 cheaper.
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Post by: obbie on April 26, 2012, 01:31:00 am
Wonder, I have the Nu wave 5 in 1, I love it.
For $145 it is great.

I cooked a whole chicken yesterday from frozen in 40 minutes.
Have not seen the breville one yet, sorry.

Robyn :)
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Post by: dede on April 26, 2012, 03:04:44 am
Well thanks to Hally and Fundj I just come home with a pasta maker :(, but on the up side it only cost $15, probably cheap and nasty but if I find I enjoy making my own pasta I might eventually buy a better quality one, and if I don't then it's only $15 wasted not $100 + :)
Now am I right to say that 100g flour to 1 egg?
What type of flour? And do I just whizz it all up in the TM?

This better be good girls ;D
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Post by: judydawn on April 26, 2012, 03:52:41 am
Quote from: obbie on April 26, 2012, 01:31:00 am
I cooked a whole chicken yesterday from frozen in 40 minutes.
Robyn :)

Robyn, can you really cook chicken from frozen.  I always thought that was a no no.  I see now on frozen turkey roll boxes they also say you can cook it from frozen but I have never been game.
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Post by: Halex on April 26, 2012, 04:44:01 am
Dede, wohoo, a pasta maker, have patience, it might not be as easy as mine. Yay

Wonder, love my new Breville slow cooker.

H :)
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Post by: obbie on April 26, 2012, 05:49:13 am
Judy, I did yesterday.
I tried it, and it worked.

Robyn
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Post by: Deeau on April 26, 2012, 06:24:31 am
I have the new wave 5 in 1, the only difference I could find from reading the manuels was that the 5 in 1 will keep a warm cycle for many hours after pressure cooking and the FSC is 30 minutes and the 5 in 1 you can delay start the slow cooker. I wanted the long keep warm feature and  I went with the new wave BUT it took 4 to get one that worked! ( the company were very good and ended up giving me a free pizza oven for all my trouble ) BUT saying all that after using it for about 6 months, I do love the long keep warm feature but now my family prefers everything done in the pressure cooker over the slow cooker ( more taste in the same recipe than the slower cooker) I also have used the "soup" setting but think a single electric pressure cooker would be just as good. It is the most used appliance in the kitchen after the TM and the oven. I recently changed cupboards where it is stored cause I got sick of bending down to get it in and out.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on April 26, 2012, 07:28:22 am
My brother has a pasta machine he doesn't use so I might need to borrow it
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2012, 08:13:46 am
My News Years Resoloution was not to buy any more cook books or food magazines apart from Donna Hay Mag.
This didn't last past about January 3rd. Today in Coles they had several cook books for $5 each and I couldn't resist.
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Post by: dede on April 26, 2012, 09:56:59 am
The front cover would of got me in straight away ;D
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Post by: goldfish on April 26, 2012, 12:01:20 pm
Quote from: courton on April 20, 2012, 12:17:12 pm
Goldfish, would love the eBay link for the tulip moulds...pretty pls?

Courton - I'm so sorry!  I missed your request and just came across it now as I was looking for something else . . .  try this one - it's on the Australian ebay site but comes from UK from the EmporiumCookshop

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Eddingtons-Silikomart-Silicone-Tulip-Muffin-Pan-Red-/270953933826?pt=UK_HomeGarden_Kitchen_Cookware_GL&hash=item3f161cec02#ht_2427wt_952
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Post by: EmeraldSue on April 26, 2012, 12:19:07 pm
Wonder,

I came this = close to buying the New Wave 5 in 1 cooker when my old pressure cooker gave up the ghost (after more than 35 years). I made the sales assistant open it up for me so I could have a good look at it. It was smaller than my old PC and as I make lots of soup in winter, it looked too small. It also looked harder to clean. I came away with an 8L  Scanpan pressure cooker instead. It will last many more years than an electric one, and I love the larger capacity. I love my pressure cooker and use it constantly in winter. My bolognaise takes only 15 minutes to cook once it is up to pressure, but tastes as if it has been cooking all afternoon. I buy the cheapest cuts of beef and they end up as tender as can be.
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Post by: maddy on April 26, 2012, 12:46:35 pm
A trip to my favourite store in Colac  :D

Cath Kidston mugs, nice and big, perfect for soup

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d0499128.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9040c327.jpg)

Oil skin tote.....perfect size for a bottle of bubbles & nibbles

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a7051743.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2e53e848.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/471244ca.jpg)

.....and lunch with Hubby.
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Post by: kyton on April 26, 2012, 01:10:02 pm
I just bought a Breville Fast Slow Cooker. So far have only used the sear and the pressure cook functions. I previously owned a 10yr old Breville Express pressure cooker - I offloaded it and my slow cooker to my parents.

It is pretty straight forward and simple to use. The cookbook isn't as "tasty" as my Express Cooker's but that isn't an issue.

Have cooked a Beef Rendang and a Chicken Curry which both were lovely and tender as well as super quick.

I was able to bargain mine down to $150 from the local Good Guys but have seen them cheaper online.
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Post by: keiramax on April 26, 2012, 10:16:02 pm
Went fabric shopping for curtain material to make roman blinds for my son's room.  I've nearly finished painting it, and now have the blinds to make.  After 6 months of living in the lounge room, I think it's time he had his own room.

(http://)
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2012, 10:51:22 pm
Gorgeous fabric Keiramax.
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Post by: Halex on April 26, 2012, 10:53:27 pm
What fantastic design for a kids room

H :)
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Post by: maddy on April 27, 2012, 12:53:45 am
Spotted this for $49 yesterday....just picked it up from bookfari for $18  :D :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/87dee429.jpg)
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 27, 2012, 02:44:54 am
Maddy I thought my DW was a champion shopper but you put her to shame. The European economy needs a couple of you over there to single handedly drag them up out of their recession.
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Post by: Wonder on April 27, 2012, 02:56:05 am
Great buys Maddy and that fabric is lovely kieramax. My son still has the Buzz Lightyear blind I made him 5 years ago, he keeps asking for a new one but I just never get around to buying one and there is no way I could fit in making one these days.
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Post by: mcmich on April 27, 2012, 06:22:13 am
Did a little bit of shopping today. Pyjamas from Sussans, tunic, 3/4 sleeve t.shirt and leggings from Blue Illusion, skirt from Laura Ashley (to wear to High Tea tomorrow) and a set of sheriden towels.
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Post by: courton on April 27, 2012, 08:49:57 am
Goldfish...thank you so much for the eBay link. Have you made anything with it? I was thinking that the shape could work even for quince paste.

Love the fabric keiramax.
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Post by: maddy on April 27, 2012, 09:01:42 am
Quote from: Dashingden on April 27, 2012, 02:44:54 am
Maddy I thought my DW was a champion shopper but you put her to shame. The European economy needs a couple of you over there to single handedly drag them up out of their recession.

LOL....shopping I do excel at  :P  I could have much fun in Europe!


Mcmich.....could you sneak some photos and post them? 






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Post by: dede on April 27, 2012, 09:23:04 am
I spent lots of money today :)
Phone bill, insurance, loans, power etc
:(
Oh why do we have to have so many bills :(
But on the up side I have a cupboard, fridge and freezer full of food ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 27, 2012, 09:30:19 am
I know how you felt dede. I paid the phone and water today, bought medications  (we're getting older), and posted off the house and contents insurance. Thank goodness the freezer has food otherwise it may be vegemite on toast. (only kidding)
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Post by: dede on April 27, 2012, 09:33:45 am
Lol cookie, I like Vegemite on toast ;)
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Post by: mcmich on April 27, 2012, 09:35:23 am
Here you are Maddy..
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Post by: mcmich on April 27, 2012, 09:47:24 am
Sorry Maddy, for some reason I cant download the Blue Illusion outfit and a cook book came up.
The Laura Ashley Skirt is so girly and can't wait for high tea tomorrow.
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Post by: Nikkit on April 27, 2012, 10:43:32 am
Does paying for a massage/chiro guy and a farrier and an equine dentist for 2 special boys (horses) count as shopping? I don't have anything to show for it really...except neat hooves and shiny teeth!
Wouldn't mind a massage myself after todays effort!
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Post by: judydawn on April 27, 2012, 10:48:16 am
Where are you going for high tea Michele - some classy hotel/restaurant or a friends' place?
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Post by: mcmich on April 27, 2012, 10:52:25 am
We are going to the Sebel - Newcastle. Our gorgeous ward clerk Sonya is getting married and we even have a private room.
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Post by: Katiej on April 27, 2012, 10:57:15 am
High tea sounds wonderful, I hope you have a great time.
I love your new skirt  :)
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Post by: judydawn on April 27, 2012, 10:58:44 am
Sounds great Michele, have fun.  I've only ever been to one here in Adelaide - our carers group were taken to the Stamford Grand Hotel, Glenelg.  They really look after you and treat you as someone special so we all appreciated it.
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2012, 06:40:36 am
Lots of money spending today. An expensive hair cut, two tops from witchery both 25% off, and the 5 in 1 multi cooker and unfortunately my son smashed the screen on our iPad yesterday so had to go and get it swapped over - not an expense I was wanting after already spending so much this weekend.
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Post by: obbie on April 29, 2012, 06:47:00 am
Michele, I love that skirt too.

I had a haircut yesterday, bought nothing today, just home baking.

Robyn :)
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Post by: dede on April 29, 2012, 07:53:36 am
Quote from: Wonder on April 29, 2012, 06:40:36 am
unfortunately my son smashed the screen on our iPad yesterday so had to go and get it swapped over - not an expense I was wanting after already spending so much this weekend.

Ouch, that wouldn't of been good :(
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Post by: Delightful Den on April 29, 2012, 08:10:18 am
Wonder I understand the unexpected expenses. Yesterday I bought a new to me car. DW's little red MG blew the engine and the estimated repair bill was $8500. Having recently spent $2000 on it we decided to pull the pin.
Since we used it pretty much everyday and DW's new job is one town over (38km), I have been riding the push bike to work for about 3 weeks so we needed another one.

I now own an Alfa Romeo 147. Not a planned purchase. DW is in mourning for  her red sportscar and is upset because we looked at an Alfa Spider (convertible) that she really liked but I was worried about a few gearbox noises. 
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2012, 09:34:29 am
Wow that's really spending, and I thought mine was an expensive weekend!
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Post by: obbie on April 30, 2012, 12:22:05 am
Dashingden, You win for the weekend for shopping.

Enjoy the new car.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on April 30, 2012, 12:43:40 am
Yup dashington is the winner for sure.


Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 30, 2012, 02:21:35 am
What colour is the new car? I hope it's red. :D
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Post by: dede on April 30, 2012, 06:19:30 am
This come in the mail today. Family tree necklace.  I'm very happy with it :)
 
(http://img.tapatalk.com/90891791-20c2-3a0d.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on April 30, 2012, 06:23:05 am
dede . . how absolutely brilliant!!  That's gorgeous!! :D
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Post by: Wonder on April 30, 2012, 06:34:53 am
Dede, that's beautiful. My husband had a similar necklace from Uberkate made for me for our wedding anniversary, the rings on mine are interlocking and have each of the kids names and birthdates and our initials and wedding date. I've received so many comments and have been asked for the name of the maker more times that I can remember. I even had someone stop me on the escaltor at Macy's New York to ask about it, once they then hear the significance they are even more interested. I love that yours has the tree.
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Post by: dede on April 30, 2012, 07:58:58 am
Thanks :)
I have another one with all the kids names on it but not mine and DH. When I seen this one and that it could fit all our names I wanted it. And I like the idea of the family tree pendant with it.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 30, 2012, 09:02:56 am
It's lovely. I'm sure you'll wear it proudly.
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Post by: kezza on April 30, 2012, 10:09:20 am
Dede, the necklace is gorgeous.  I bought a rug for the lounge room to cosy it up a bit for winter.
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Post by: dede on April 30, 2012, 10:11:55 am
Thanks, I definitely will wear it with pride with my family close to my heart :)
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Post by: kyton on April 30, 2012, 11:54:41 am
Dede - that is gorgeous. I have an Uberkate trio with my children's names that DH had made for my 40th but I have to get it rhodium plated as it doesn't agree with my skin.
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Post by: Decadent Dot on May 01, 2012, 04:51:32 am
I have just had an overwhelming desire for apple sauce . To solve this I have just ordered an apple peeler/corer/slicer from Amazon.
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Post by: dede on May 01, 2012, 04:53:38 am
Well DD I hope you don't want your apple sauce right now :)
My mum has one of these, they are great.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 01, 2012, 06:06:08 am
An apple peeler and corer is something I would love but not buy. Must pass the message on for Mothers' Day.
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Post by: dede on May 01, 2012, 07:03:01 am
I would like some new canisters for Mothers Day (I have had mine for 14 years) but I wouldn't like DH to pick them out for me. Maybe I will ask for money so I can pick out my own ;D
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Post by: medusa on May 01, 2012, 07:38:12 am
I brought a fridge today, we have had our old one for 16 years and we have just moved house with a plumbed fridge recess.  Thought it was a perfect time to update to a french door fridge with ice and water dipensers.  I nearly cried though at the cost lol.
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Post by: mcmich on May 01, 2012, 08:01:18 am
How wonderful Medusa. It's lovely that you have the space to accomodate it.
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Post by: dede on May 01, 2012, 08:02:26 am
Medusa I would love one of those fridges :)
But unfortunately we have only room for a one door fridge, I brought mine a couple of years ago and it's just all fridge and I brought the biggest one that would fit in the space we have (there is only a couple of millimeters left between the top of the fridge and the cupboard above it)
And that cost a good whack on its own.
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Post by: judydawn on May 01, 2012, 08:04:48 am
I'd love one too - I just love the extra width but alas, no room here either.
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 01, 2012, 08:06:50 am
Medusa we have had one of those for about 5 years and love it.  DW and I wish we had ahd one when the kids were little. Everytime freinds with young children visit all they want to drink is water.
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Post by: dede on May 01, 2012, 08:09:13 am
My kids drink quiet a bit of water. I brought a stone water filter thingy that sits on the bench, that way DS 5 can reach it and help him self when ever he wants :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 01, 2012, 08:10:21 am
Well that would be a bonus Dashingden - and they don't have to hang on the fridge door while it's open to decide what they want.
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Post by: Wonder on May 01, 2012, 08:10:52 am
We have had one for about 6 years and absolutely love it. We find we drink a lot more water than we did before having the convience of it always chilled and it's great to never have to think about making ice. One thing we did was take out the filter and replace it with the packing cap. The first filter needed replacing after only 2 months and they are approximately $90 each, Melbourne water is great and doesn't need filtering but our fridge model actually stops water running through if the filter needs replacing or is not in place, after speaking to the distributor they found a packing plug lying around the office and sent it to us to use in place of a filter, has worked perfectly since.
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 01, 2012, 01:43:13 pm
My filters are inline and are only about $40. They replacement indicator is on a 3 month cycle but it does not stop the water coming though when it comes on. I usually reset the light and get another 3 months before changing it.
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Post by: medusa on May 01, 2012, 02:10:36 pm
That's good to know about the filter. It says 6 months for the filter but we shall see. It gets delivered tomorrow but my hubby can't move the old fridge until the weekend. It's exciting lol.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 01, 2012, 09:23:10 pm
Some of the inline filters can be back washed under the tap. I had one on mine but finally pulled the thing out and just replaced the tubing for about .$4 . Nothing wrong with the water here and $40 buys a few more bottles of a better thing to drink.......wine!

Gert
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Post by: dede on May 01, 2012, 10:13:51 pm
The price of filters can be a real rip off, I have a water filter attached to my tap, the original filters are over $100 each but I can get the same thing at bunnings for around $20. Big difference for the same thing.
Water here is ok but sometimes it's smells and tastes like chlorine yuck.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 01, 2012, 11:41:08 pm
I bought a new pair of Ariat boots yesterday. My old blunnies must have a hole in them - I didn't know until I did the horses the other night after the beautiful rain we've had. Came into the house with soggy socks...erk
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 02:30:17 am
Just picked this up from Groupon  http://www.groupon.com.au/deals/national-deal/Cake-Pop-Maker/716052162?nlp=&CID=AU_CRM_1_0_0_119&a=715827934

(http://static.au.groupon-content.net/90/91/1335499429190.jpg)

....not to make cake pops...but for perfectly round doughnut holes....YaY!
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Post by: Katiej on May 02, 2012, 04:02:00 am
I saw that deal yesterday & wondered if Maddy has one of those 😄
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 04:37:04 am
HeeHee.....I do now  :P

....well, I was thinking about Julie's sticky ribs....and smelling the Mexican shredded beef I have on at the moment....and then I popped over to flybuys and redeemed the 5 in 1

(http://static.productreview.com.au/pr.products/new-wave-multi-cooker-5-in-1-3_4eb5d4e00dad0.jpeg)

.....I have been thinking about it for a while now, especially for the pressure cooking.....and technically it didn't cost me anything  8)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 05:10:05 am

16000 points+ $ 48, so u are saying you dont need to pay the $48.00
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 05:22:02 am
Quote from: fundj on May 02, 2012, 05:10:05 am

16000 points+ $ 48, so u are saying you dont need to pay the $48.00

Uni, for 22,800 points....there is no additional cost.
https://www.flybuys.com.au/flybuys/content/awards/award_details?booking_code=BSNS
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Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 05:26:33 am
i didnt see that last night, frank was looking at me looking at it,  so i closed the page quick smart lol
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 05:34:28 am
LOL....we suggest our kids are being sneaky if they do that fundj!  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 05:36:13 am
so true maddy, i wonder if i had that look  :-))
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Post by: mcmich on May 02, 2012, 07:53:16 am
I loathe it when DH looks over my shoulder when shopping.
Worse was last week when he was in NZ and stalked me online.
Sent me a txt telling me exactly where I had been from shop to shop. Decided to go to Hornsby for a decent shop and he must have been looking at the bank account.
Kept getting comments like - How could you possibly spend that much money in Myers etc.
Glad he loves me enough to forget it rather quickly or the dementia clicks in.
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Post by: djinni373 on May 02, 2012, 08:00:21 am
Mcmich I was marooned in Hornsby westfield today ;D. While the car was being serviced my cards got a workout ;D ;D. So much fun. Crystal tealight holders (with snuffer) for $4 each, Jane Lamerton homewares for about a third of the normal price.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 02, 2012, 08:00:22 am
That is so funny mcmich.  My DH could not care less . I encourage him always to have what he wants that way it is tit for tat.


Gert
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 08:03:48 am
 :o :o..... Michele....I know it would bother me, very much!......he'd be texting me all day  :P

I have heard of one husband, who's mobile gets alerts every time a transaction takes place  :o  which it has obviously  curbed his wife's spending.....but good lordy....that is so controlling.....I'd kick his butt to the curb!!!  :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 02, 2012, 08:07:03 am
DH doesn't really mind, just likes to let me know he has a finger on the pulse.
Djinni, your lucky to able to access great shops easily. If I want a really nice shop I usually have a day at Chatswood or Castle Hill.
As much as I love the tranquility of living on the lake I miss the convenience of the city shopping and transport.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 02, 2012, 08:08:55 am
BWAAAAAA I miss shopping in Sydney and surrounds.

Gert
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Post by: kent on May 02, 2012, 08:26:10 am
Quote from: maddy on May 02, 2012, 02:30:17 am
Just picked this up from Groupon 
....not to make cake pops...but for perfectly round doughnut holes....YaY!

For anyone else interested in buying one of the cake pop makers, you can get them from Safeway/Woolworths for $30.

They look pretty cool :-)
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Post by: maddy on May 02, 2012, 08:29:40 am
Quote from: kent on May 02, 2012, 08:26:10 am
Quote from: maddy on May 02, 2012, 02:30:17 am
Just picked this up from Groupon  
....not to make cake pops...but for perfectly round doughnut holes....YaY!

For anyone else interested in buying one of the cake pop makers, you can get them from Safeway/Woolworths for $30.

They look pretty cool :-)


(http://www.badhaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/doh-homer-simpson.jpg)

.....I was ripped off by $9 then!  >:(  I don't normally shop at woolies......and here I am thinking I'm a savvy shopper  :P LOL
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Post by: cookie1 on May 02, 2012, 09:58:16 am
You got your fly buys at Coles Maddy for your New Wave purchase. :D
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Post by: kent on May 02, 2012, 10:40:23 am
Quote from: maddy on May 02, 2012, 08:29:40 am
.....I was ripped off by $9 then!  >:(  I don't normally shop at woolies......and here I am thinking I'm a savvy shopper  :P LOL

At least it was delivered for that price (wasn't it?).  Time is money :-)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 11:52:42 am
i am the money controller freak in our family, DH  does not want me  to buy anymore kitchen items :(   
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Post by: goldfish on May 02, 2012, 11:57:39 am
What??  Banish him to the cinema!!! ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 12:02:34 pm
he loves going to the movies  :-)) well thats what he tells me  :-))
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Post by: goldfish on May 02, 2012, 12:11:35 pm
Tell him it's your turn now and you'd really love to slip out to a movie, too . . . tell him there's a really good girly feel good romantic movie called, "Victoria's Basement" that you're sure he wouldn't be interested in . . . .and it's an unusually long move at that . . 4 hours at least. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 12:19:15 pm
he would never believe i could sit down for that long GF, more that 2 hours and my back would lock  and could not get up lol  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 02, 2012, 01:09:02 pm
Doesnt matter what he is doing really so long  as it doesn't cost more that $15 and he is gone for 2 hours.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2012, 12:02:00 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 02, 2012, 01:09:02 pm
Doesnt matter what he is doing really so long  as it doesn't cost more that $15 and he is gone for 2 hours.

Gert
How long have you been married? You have very good advice Gert.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2012, 12:27:13 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 03, 2012, 12:02:00 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 02, 2012, 01:09:02 pm
Doesnt matter what he is doing really so long  as it doesn't cost more that $15 and he is gone for 2 hours.

Gert
How long have you been married? You have very good advice Gert.

47 years and 23 of them with DH retired. Whew!

Gert
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Post by: dede on May 03, 2012, 12:32:45 am
OMG Gert you deserve a medal  (or is that DH ;D)
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2012, 12:48:35 am
Wow Gert, no wonder you can navigate through any situation.
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Post by: obbie on May 03, 2012, 01:00:05 am
Gert, yes you deserve a medal.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2012, 01:25:40 am
Quote from: dede on May 03, 2012, 12:32:45 am
OMG Gert you deserve a medal  (or is that DH ;D)

DH would definitely say that.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2012, 02:20:45 am
You must be a good team Gertie - well done to both of you. :-*
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Post by: dede on May 03, 2012, 05:00:26 am
Just been to town, and while waiting for DS 14 to pick a Xbox game at EB games, DS 5 and myself wandered about the shopping centre. I didn't buy anything but DS 5 grabbed a home art catalogue. On the way home he said " mum there is a pasta maker thing that makes skettie (spaghetti) all by its self."

(http://img.tapatalk.com/90891791-028c-1be6.jpg)

Don't know what it would be like, looks cheap and nasty though. But interesting.
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2012, 08:01:23 am
Interesting, wouldn't mind taking a peek at it.
Well today I bought a new slow cooker (was going to get the NU Wave cooker and still may) I want an oval cooker
for legs of lamb that don't fit in a round one. Need a round slow cooker too for cakes.
Another pair of pyjamas from Sussans and some Chance perfume by Channel. Only because the sales assistants in Myers and DJ's
recognise me now when I drench myself in it. It was a guilt purchase.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 03, 2012, 01:19:48 pm
good purchases mcmich. I love all the Chanel perfumes except the Crystalle and Chanel No. 5. I bought myself a couple of pairs of PJ's from Sussans yesterday as well, and some matching slipper scuffs, and this gorgeous soft pink woollen cardigan to wear over the top instead of a robe. (Going to look a bit glam for the mothers day early morning photo's  ;))
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Post by: andiesenji on May 03, 2012, 06:16:37 pm
I'm allergic to the ingredients in so many perfumes that I am mostly still using one that I liked all the way back in the '50s although it is difficult to find -  Ambush by Dana,  very inexpensive.
I also just got some  K L by Karl Lagerfeld which has a spicy base, instead of the floral types that make me sneeze.  It's more expensive but a little bit goes a very long way.
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2012, 10:03:57 pm
Andie, I'm allergic to pretty much any synthetic scent so they are all but banned in the house. Recently had house guests who despite numerous comments about my allergy sprayed her entire body (or so it seemed) with perfume each morning, needless to say I was very happy to see them go.
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Post by: dede on May 03, 2012, 10:40:48 pm
That would of been horrible for you wonder. I could imagine how irritating it would of been for you. :)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 03, 2012, 10:49:44 pm
B**ch  :-))
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2012, 10:58:38 pm
Quote from: Wonder on May 03, 2012, 10:03:57 pm
Andie, I'm allergic to pretty much any synthetic scent so they are all but banned in the house. Recently had house guests who despite numerous comments about my allergy sprayed her entire body (or so it seemed) with perfume each morning, needless to say I was very happy to see them go.

That is so rude.  I made a request to one visitor who was a heavy smoker, to wash her hair before bed as my pillows were quite expensive and new. She smoked in a gazebo across the street but never showered at night. I had to throw 4 pillows out . No way could washing or dry cleaning could get the smell out . Cost me over $400 . Guess who never came again? 

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 03, 2012, 11:11:37 pm
Quote from: fundj on May 03, 2012, 10:49:44 pm
B**ch  :-))

Well said ;)
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Post by: goldfish on May 03, 2012, 11:29:59 pm
I think that sometimes you just have to spell it out to some people . .. they hear the comments/hints etc. . . just doesn't sink in that it applies to them also!  But then, having said that . . . . .

Gert . . when you see those guests coming swap those pillows for the ones from the $2 shop!! ;D
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2012, 11:35:35 pm
That's exactly what I was thinking Uni  :) Unfortunately it was family staying after my FIL passed away and everyone was very emotional so it wasn't the time to make a stance. I just put up with it in the open but my DH and kids all knew that I would have been feeling the effects. I was very happy when they said they were leaving and the house got a very thorough airing. Fortunately the symptons are relatively short lived if I can get away from the source.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 04, 2012, 12:12:03 am
Yup wonder not the time but a shame none the less that ppl are so selfish and thoughtless. I think we have all had a bit of a rant about houses guests. We should extract the stories and publish a book!

How about the two guest from Switzerland who arrived for a  two week stay , she had only one bra and he only two pair of underpants. I know because I did all the washing . The one bra was what colour?  No not black  but near :o :o. They sat on their bums except when they went touring in our one and only car by themselves. Obviously they were friends of DH not mine.  They wanted to come the following year and I said if they come I would go and DH actually hesitated. Says it all eh? Thank goodness  she broke her leg and was unable to travel. Karma.

Gert

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Post by: fundj&e on May 04, 2012, 12:20:24 am
Dirty b***h  ;D
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Post by: Halex on May 04, 2012, 12:21:54 am
OMG, some people

To be a guest in someones house is an honour, how rude of them all.

H :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 04, 2012, 12:28:51 am
OMG Gert you are a wonder woman. I have been married 9.5 years and doubt that I will make 10 years atm.
You girls crack me up with your little stories. Keep them coming.
DG  :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on May 04, 2012, 12:41:32 am
Quote from: fundj on May 04, 2012, 12:20:24 am
Dirty b***h  ;D

You made me laugh out loud  uni. Nearly spit my coffee.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on May 04, 2012, 12:53:56 am
i am a mean person >:(
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Post by: judydawn on May 04, 2012, 01:06:30 am
I'm sure you are sociable Uni, you just don't put up with crap - usually Gretchen doesn't either. The things we do for our DH's.  Friends like that we do not need.  My infrequent guests are always first class and I love having them back. We learn from experiences like those mentioned and become very choosy as to which people can stay in our homes. 

Gretchen I have a lovely friend from Brisbane who is the perfect house guest, she does her own handwashing, eats anything and everything served up, is so easy to get on with, lets me beat her at scrabble and is one of the few who will sit and have a drink with you every night :D  She then leaves money hidden somewhere she knows I will find it and a lovely note thanking me for my hospitality and saying how much she has enjoyed her stay - totally unnecessary but how do you stop people like that.
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Post by: maddy on May 04, 2012, 01:10:08 am
Awwww...what a sweetie she is Judy....and has manners too!

Uni...your a scream!  :-*  I bet your great fun with a few lemoncello's in your belly. LOL.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 04, 2012, 01:15:42 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 04, 2012, 01:06:30 am
I'm sure you are sociable Uni, you just don't put up with crap - usually Gretchen doesn't either. The things we do for our DH's.  Friends like that we do not need.  My infrequent guests are always first class and I love having them back. We learn from experiences like those mentioned and become very choosy as to which people can stay in our homes. 

Gretchen I have a lovely friend from Brisbane who is the perfect house guest, she does her own handwashing, eats anything and everything served up, is so easy to get on with, lets me beat her at scrabble and is one of the few who will sit and have a drink with you every night :D  She then leaves money hidden somewhere she knows I will find it and a lovely note thanking me for my hospitality and saying how much she has enjoyed her stay - totally unnecessary but how do you stop people like that.

Oh Judy I have a Kiwi friend just like that. I made her stop hiding the money  with threats. Now she just has cases of wine delivered. What can you do?.  Most guest are great and we love to have them but when they are bad they are very bad.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 04, 2012, 01:27:30 am
Gert and Uni, i Love you both.

Keep it up. ;D

Judy, if all our guests were like yours, life would be wonderful.

Robyn
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Post by: andiesenji on May 04, 2012, 02:50:59 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 03, 2012, 10:03:57 pm
Andie, I'm allergic to pretty much any synthetic scent so they are all but banned in the house. Recently had house guests who despite numerous comments about my allergy sprayed her entire body (or so it seemed) with perfume each morning, needless to say I was very happy to see them go.

When I was still working, my boss only saw a couple of patients a day - for long, involved evaluations for insurance/legal cases.
We always sent out an instruction letter noting that if the person arrived wearing scent, they would not be examined.  My boss was allergic to several scents and me even more.

We often had women (and a few men) who seemed to have marinated themselves in scent, probably because they used so much they had lost their sense of smell.
Many times they got very angry when I pointed out that they could not be seen.  One woman suggested that I was refusing her because of her race.  About that time the neurosurgeon who shared our office (a black lady) came in and told the woman she smelled her scent when she was coming up in the elevator.  No more argument.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 04, 2012, 07:17:08 am
No shopping today but NAB just called to say I had won an iPad  ;D
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Post by: dede on May 04, 2012, 07:20:58 am
Oh wow, congratulations. That would be so so good. So when do you get it?
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 04, 2012, 07:22:29 am
In a few weeks. As DH just bought me one, he wants it. What will I charge him??????
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Post by: cookie1 on May 04, 2012, 07:24:35 am
Oh DG that is wonderful news for you. I'm so pleased for you. :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: mcmich on May 04, 2012, 07:43:30 am
What a great win DG.
No shopping today as I was working but a dear workmate gave me WW Baking Day Cook Book.
It has beautiful photography and recipes.
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Post by: dede on May 04, 2012, 07:45:25 am
I just brought about $300 worth of framing supplies (does that count?)
Other than that only veggies from the veggie van.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 04, 2012, 08:04:53 am
i just received my thermal cooker i just had to try it did i

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Post by: dede on May 04, 2012, 08:07:30 am
What does a thermal cooker do fundj?
(except the obvious and cook :) )
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Post by: maddy on May 04, 2012, 08:14:39 am
 :o WoW DG...something free from a bank....buggar me....miracles do happen  :P

just my standard staples

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4fcaf3c8.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4dab47c8.jpg)

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Post by: fundj&e on May 04, 2012, 08:14:55 am
it comes with a inner pot and 1st you cook in for 5 to 10 mins then you place the inner pot in the  big thermos pot and it cooks it without power

the rice only cooked for 5 mins then 30 mins in the thermal pot. next week sometime i will try the yogurt

http://www.grunn.com.au/products/Thermal-Cooker-with-3.5-Litre-capacity.html
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 04, 2012, 08:29:16 am
It would work well with yogurt I'm guessing then. Sounds interesting once you get the hang of it. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 04, 2012, 08:53:45 am
A few caravanners have these. (we don't ) They put it all on when they are in a caravan park and then when they leave they say their dinner is all cooked for them that evening.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on May 04, 2012, 09:03:02 am
I have one of those uni, we use it when we go away on our yacht. Have also made bread and a cake in it. Must use it more often at home. Mine has 2 pots.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 04, 2012, 09:05:43 am
jeninwa do u get your recipes online, not may recipes with the book that come with it

i would like to try the bread too
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Post by: keiramax on May 04, 2012, 09:06:02 am
Went to Dandenong Market, haven't been for about 25 years.  Was pleasantly surprised.  will be going back, good valve for fruit and veg, next time will have a shopping list
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on May 04, 2012, 09:21:47 am
Gee Keiramax I haven't been to the Dandy market for about that long either, I must make the effort to check it out, I presume it is still on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.?  I will have to dig out the old jeep and dust it off.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on May 04, 2012, 09:46:22 am
Uni it came with a recipe book, the bread is very pale looking but tasted ok. I'm at work, I think I have some links for recipes on my computer at home.
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Post by: kezza on May 04, 2012, 10:58:04 am
I haven't read this thread for a couple of days and Uni I am still laughing at your comments regarding houseguests :D  My DH asked me what I was laughing about so I told him and he is laughing now too!  You are priceless.

DG congrats on your win.  I agree with you Maddy - fancy banks giving something/anything away :o
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Post by: judydawn on May 04, 2012, 11:01:27 am
It's nice to win anything and to have an extra iPad in your house will be very handy DG - good for you.
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Post by: keiramax on May 04, 2012, 11:52:11 am
Dandy market still on those days AB.  If you have someone to share with there are plenty of bargains if you buy by the box or if you are planning on a big cook up.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 04, 2012, 12:22:39 pm
congratulations DG on winning the iPad from your bank. You must have been very deserving, and they obviously know that you need something to always keep in touch with your forum friends  ;D make sure you enter another competition while your luck is running strong  ;)
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Post by: nazar on May 04, 2012, 12:51:43 pm
congrat on winning the ipad dg
fancy a bank giving you something  instead of taking

you girls crack me up

 l love the idea of the thermo cooker . l have not heard of it before

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Post by: mcmich on May 04, 2012, 09:04:45 pm
I booked into the Dani Valent Cooking Demo in Newcastle for next week.
DG, I think you were interested in going?
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Post by: obbie on May 04, 2012, 11:58:39 pm
Looks good Uni, great for holidays.

Robyn
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Post by: fundj&e on May 05, 2012, 12:11:54 am
i am already in love with it

i cooked paste and potatoes this morning in it

the pots could have done with 1 more min of boiling time on stove

the paste could have done with 2 less mins in the thermal pot (5 min instead of 7 mins)it was so easy for the pasta bring water to the boil add pasta and salt , stir and place it in the thermal pot

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Post by: dede on May 05, 2012, 12:37:31 am
A bit of trial and error fundj, next time you will know exactly how long they need. Sounds like a hand item to have.
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Post by: maddy on May 05, 2012, 07:36:06 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/66dd00d0.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2a3f4e2c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/14e878be.jpg)
X 4  :D
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Post by: JulieO on May 05, 2012, 07:48:51 am
Oooh nice Maddy.  Is that first one to hold cupcakes?

Yesterday I ordered a Nespresso machine as a gift for my son (who lives in Adelaide).  I know he really wants one so it will be such a surprise for him to receive it. 

It's not his birthday, it's just because we love him and he's doing well in his new job.  It's nice to spoil your kids sometimes, regardless of how old they are.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 05, 2012, 07:50:43 am
You bet Julia. So nice to give a surprise.

Gert
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 05, 2012, 08:37:01 am
Mcmich DS has an eye appointment that day sorry.
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Post by: andiesenji on May 05, 2012, 06:37:59 pm
Oooooh.  Somewhere in my junk I have a couple of egg racks - from the 1930s that look almost exactly like that cupcake holder.  One is square, one is rectangular. 
I haven't thought about them for ages.  Thanks for posting the photo, now I have a reminder, I will have to dig them out and display them.  They might fit mini cupcakes. 
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2012, 10:33:50 pm
Very cute cupcake holder.
DG what a shame.
Today DH and I are going out to get a new reverse cycle air conditioner. We looked into ducted but because the house is on several levels it would be super expensive so we will have to make do with a reverse cycle in the rumpus room.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on May 06, 2012, 04:42:48 am
One of my friends who lives in Mexico in a house with no central heat/AC  got the ductless high wall air conditioners  - 1 for the great room/kitchen and smaller ones for each bedroom.

They live near the ocean and don't have to use them all the time and they have a back up generator because their power goes off fairly often.  They have found it's lots cheaper than the central AC they had in their last home because they only turn the bedroom ACs on a bit before bedtime and have them on a timer/thermostat so they shut down after a couple of hours. 
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Post by: maddy on May 06, 2012, 12:19:07 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b5a97d1a.jpg)

X 2 for hot food school lunches......30% off at Target

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/983ab999.jpg)
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Post by: Meagan on May 06, 2012, 03:04:50 pm
Maddy did the spoon come with the thermos? Was the 30% off on all thermos products?
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Post by: maddy on May 06, 2012, 03:28:34 pm
it did Megan, folds up and fits in the lid.  30% was off all flasks, travel mugs & plungers.....actually they have lots on sale at the moment.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 06, 2012, 09:19:47 pm
Damn I wish we had a decent Target. That would be so good for DS
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Post by: dede on May 06, 2012, 09:29:28 pm
Maddy I need another food flask as DH decided to undo his the other day to give it a good clean, the inside insulation thingy fell out and smashed into a hundred bits. So no good now :)
Will have to go to target and see if they have any.
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Post by: mcmich on May 06, 2012, 09:42:53 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on May 06, 2012, 04:42:48 am
One of my friends who lives in Mexico in a house with no central heat/AC  got the ductless high wall air conditioners  - 1 for the great room/kitchen and smaller ones for each bedroom.

They live near the ocean and don't have to use them all the time and they have a back up generator because their power goes off fairly often.  They have found it's lots cheaper than the central AC they had in their last home because they only turn the bedroom ACs on a bit before bedtime and have them on a timer/thermostat so they shut down after a couple of hours. 

I think that's what we got Andie (we just call it split system over here). We got a an inverter westinghouse. Should be installed later this week. Also bought a new printer.
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Post by: goldfish on May 07, 2012, 01:17:32 am
 :D  This one is for Maddy . . . . not for shopping but would go well with all her lovely serving ideas :D

http://www.notquitenigella.com/2012/05/07/haute-couture-dress-cookies/
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Post by: gertbysea on May 07, 2012, 01:22:06 am
How sweet  but I am exhausted just reading about how do make these.

Be great for parties and gifts .

Gert
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Post by: maddy on May 07, 2012, 01:46:10 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on May 06, 2012, 09:19:47 pm
Damn I wish we had a decent Target. That would be so good for DS

They do sell online DG  ;)

I also picked this mirrored bird cage from target

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/543f1958.jpg)


Quote from: goldfish on May 07, 2012, 01:17:32 am
:D  This one is for Maddy . . . . not for shopping but would go well with all her lovely serving ideas :D

http://www.notquitenigella.com/2012/05/07/haute-couture-dress-cookies/

I saw that on my email too.....she's too clever....don't think I could be faffed though!, plus I don't really like eating fondant.
Her book will be out soon....can't wait!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on May 07, 2012, 07:31:29 am
Those biscuits look beautiful. I wish I had the time and inclination to make some.

I love that mirrored birdcage too.
Would certainly save on birdseed!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 08, 2012, 01:10:44 am
The new pink Tupperware jel ring....to make everything else but jelly  :P comes with recipe booklet.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fe3a02da.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 08, 2012, 01:29:02 am
That's so you Maddy. What are you going to make in the jelly mold?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 08, 2012, 03:26:59 am
Pizza's one thing, layer it up earlier in the day, then unmould it and bake


(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/00aa324b.jpg)
Cooked
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/26200e71.jpg)

You can make club sandwiches, cheesecakes, layered dips etc.


P.S....I really didn't need another one, but I couldn't resist the colour  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 08, 2012, 03:43:52 am
Wow Maddy that looks amazing. Yum ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on May 08, 2012, 03:56:46 am
I have one of those Tupperware rings, mine is boring old yellow though (pink one looks so much nicer).

I would never have thought to make anything like that in it though. Looks yummy 😄
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 08, 2012, 04:11:48 am
I would love to buy 1 or 2 new cutlery sets so they all match. I have 3 or 4 different designs in my draws at the moment. I just have to decide on how many I would need to cope without running out in between washes. I'm thinking a setting of 12 and keep the best of my old ones away incase I have extra visitors. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 08, 2012, 06:12:56 am
Maddy that lasagne looks divine.
New boots for me today.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on May 08, 2012, 06:36:14 am
oh yum maddy, sorry dede i am not staying at your place long need to leave early  and go to maddys
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 08, 2012, 07:08:13 am
Well good thing I have pre prepared the lasagna. Would it be easier to go through the drive through? ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on May 08, 2012, 09:50:29 am
Today I picked up a new bra at the Bendon outlet for about half price and some great mugs without handles that look like squished paper cups. A few bits and pieces from the Body Shop,outlet too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on May 08, 2012, 10:00:07 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 08, 2012, 09:50:29 am
Today I picked up a new bra at the Bendon outlet for about half price and some great mugs without handles that look like squished paper cups. A few bits and pieces from the Body Shop,outlet too.
Love a bargain Cookie whatever it might be ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 08, 2012, 10:05:44 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-e1dd-ee35.jpg) Cookie xxxx
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Merrilyn on May 08, 2012, 11:21:47 am
Maddy that looks amazing  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 08, 2012, 11:34:15 am
Quote from: dede on May 08, 2012, 04:11:48 am
I would love to buy 1 or 2 new cutlery sets so they all match. I have 3 or 4 different designs in my draws at the moment. I just have to decide on how many I would need to cope without running out in between washes. I'm thinking a setting of 12 and keep the best of my old ones away incase I have extra visitors. :)

Peters of Kensington is the go. Lots of cutlery and very cheap on a good day. Or go to a commercial place  and buy a set of twelve of each item. Much cheaper. I bought a commercial set of twelve each of everything about  20 years ago, Bogart , which you see in many restaurants, and it is still shiny and sharp.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 08, 2012, 11:40:00 am
Harris Scarf have a sale on at the moment. Wouldn't mind going in to get a couple of sets. :)
Then I will work on the dinner sets (also several different patterns) just want matching sets.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on May 08, 2012, 01:58:20 pm
Cookie your mugs sound great - do you have a photo?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on May 08, 2012, 11:56:07 pm
Ooh Maddy I have just put a large Tupperware order in. Think I need to add the mould. Today is the cut off.

What a cool lasagna, love it :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 09, 2012, 01:40:13 am
I have the new tupperware brouchure, but the jel ring is n yellow.


Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 09, 2012, 02:15:22 am
Robyn, it's in the May Monthy little catalogue  http://www.tupperware.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/aus/website/ProductGallery/MonthlyPreview/Be+our+Guest/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 09, 2012, 02:43:03 am
Thanks Maddy, I am just ordering it now.  ( in pink)

Robyn :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on May 09, 2012, 03:56:38 am
Ordered mine too, last day for the order, so that worked well.

Bought the pink one too as it comes with a recipe book :)

Will have to see what we can all create with it :D

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on May 09, 2012, 04:11:37 am
As everyone in this house has a habit of walking to the kitchen, boiling the kettle and buggering off, coming back and boiling the kettle ... and it goes on

(http://img.myshopping.com.au/rsz400/cache/21364970/4C/4897371D157F9DAB9431570D4839551512A5AB.jpg?aHR_cDovL1d1dy3iaWxseWd-eWF_dHMuY07tLmF-L0-lZGlhL0NhdGFsb0cvcHJvZHVjdC7jYWNoZS6xL0ltYWdlLzlkZjc2ZWFiMzM-MjVkMDhkNmU-ZmI2ZDI1MTM0ZTk-L0svdS7rdXIyMDBfbWVkLmpwZwkvMjEzNjQ3NzAvNEMvNDg3NzM1MUQxNTdGOURBQjk_MzE-NzBENDgzOTU-MTUxMkE-QUIuanBn)

also bought the pasta extruder, will probably be a couple of weeks before I get to try it out though. Will keep you posted. I am really happy with my ice-cream mating that I bought from Home that is the same brand (I think!) Like the ice-cream maker this will be the decider if we spend more money on a better one when it dies  ;) ;)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/90891791-028c-1be6.jpg)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 09, 2012, 04:21:24 am
Faffa I will be interested to see what you think of the pasta maker. Saw them last week.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on May 09, 2012, 04:24:08 am
We have always made most of our pasta, but now that I am wheat free the kids were getting sick of only having flat pasta ... you can buy wheat free but they don't like it (it's also very expensive when you have a lot of mouths to feed lol)

We also don't have anywhere to anchor our pasta roller to as it won't fit on our bench, DH has to fashion it to fit in between our table extension so it becomes a whole lot of hassle. Will keep you posted  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 09, 2012, 04:26:53 am
Luckily my pasta roller fits well onto my bench :)
I have only made lasagna sheets so far.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on May 09, 2012, 05:03:10 am
Ooh faffa I like that pasta maker!

I've just been to Victorias basement to buy mums mothers day present and managed to buy something for myself whilst I was there - of course.  I buy something every time I go into that place!

Mum got a kitchenaid saucepan in red and I got a non-stick macaroon mat because I just made my first batch of macrons today - in fact they were forming the skin whilst I was shopping! I'm not to confidant how they will turn out, looking a bit flat actually :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on May 09, 2012, 07:01:37 am
I want to get the lagrange pasta maker but never did.. Very useful but just no space in. MY current ktchen as is but one day!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on May 09, 2012, 07:35:23 am
Snappy I'm using the iPad at the moment and I don't know how to post a photo with that, but I will do so next week when I have to revert to my net book.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 09, 2012, 08:04:24 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 09, 2012, 07:35:23 am
Snappy I'm using the iPad at the moment and I don't know how to post a photo with that, but I will do so next week when I have to revert to my net book.

cookie1Take a photo with your iPad. Download Tapatalk. app. open Tapatalk, go to this orum, find the thread,  reply to a post by tapping the arrow on the right hand bottom corner. It wlll open a blank page where you can type. press enter then tap photo on the upper left hand side. This will take you to you photos, tap a photo,  then tap  on upload to tapatalked hosted. the code will be in the text box. press enter and send. Easy peasy.

if you have a problem PM me and i will see if I can make it easier for you.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on May 09, 2012, 10:27:47 am
DD is back now, she may help me. I had a lovely look at iPads at Chadstone today but will hold off purchasing until a bit later in the year .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: nazar on May 10, 2012, 06:57:01 am
 l got a early peek at my mothers day present (of course l will wrap again so kids can give to me on mothers day )
l just had to have a peek  . l got quick fix in the thermomix by alyce
l wish my oven was working its broken and cant be fixed its tooo old
 so we need to get a new one , take old one out ,build a cupboard to put it on as old oven was a double oven and new one wont be
but cant wait to try stuff from the book it sounds so  yummy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 10, 2012, 07:22:21 am
You norti girl Nazar. Peaking is against the rules LOL.
I bought my present yesterday with DS. New slippers and an iPad cover. He bought something today from the school stall with his own money. I will at least have one surprise
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 11, 2012, 01:07:39 pm
I bought my Mothers Day present yesterday  :P  it was a pretty pedestal bowl with rose design.
And....
Large glass board for the bench
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ec2e413a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/18512932.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/da8f6120.jpg)

And for our soon to be 10 year old...a couple of Birthday presents

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/26878d03.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/18f7b520.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on May 11, 2012, 02:04:13 pm
Lucky 10 year old - I hope he doesn't peek at the forum maddy  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 11, 2012, 03:19:07 pm
 :D...no surprises Judy....he picked them out  ;)
We had to see if the bike was the right size for him, and the 2 way radiios are a bit of security for us, especially when he's off to the  dam fishing, or hunting with his dog down the paddocks.
It gets harder when they older.....he has all the sporting stuff he could want, and he's past the Lego and electronic stuff too.

I also picked up a really large palette knife....so hopefully that will make icing cakes even easier  :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 12, 2012, 01:51:40 am
Very lucky 10 year old Maddy.

I am going shopping this afternoon.

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on May 12, 2012, 04:46:38 am
DD boughtm me my Mothers Day gift last weekend. It was some of Revlon's new lip butters. I really love them.

I rushed down to the DFO this morning before we checked out and bought a couple of pair of Diane Ferrari shoes I'd had my eye on.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 12, 2012, 06:15:13 am
Nothing exciting but I did get a free Love Italian cookbook at Coles. Buy 3 Leggos tomato paste products (cost me about $5) and get free cookbook worth $24.95
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 14, 2012, 04:13:34 am
Oh dear, has no one been shopping today? This thread was on page 2.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 14, 2012, 04:39:04 am
Nearly bought something during my lunch break. The local lolly/gift shop has these cute teddies that you microwave like a heat bag. Mum complains that the bed is cold now without dad, so will get her one on Friday.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 14, 2012, 05:17:43 am
COD has Jamie Oliver pasts machines on special today.

I could be tempted..

I am saving up for this weekend for shopping in Cairns.

Robyn :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on May 14, 2012, 05:18:36 am
Just make sure you leave the heating instructions with her DG, it is important not to overheat those bean bag thingies. If need be, sew a tape onto it and write the instructions on that so that the instructions cannot be misplaced.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on May 14, 2012, 05:40:48 am
I nearly bought 2 oven elements lol

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 14, 2012, 06:00:57 am
Usually when heating the wheat bags in the microwave, i put a coffee cup of water in too.

Robyn
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 14, 2012, 06:22:16 am
Good idea JD and Obbie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 14, 2012, 07:38:23 am
Dizzy they retain the heat better too, as I use them on clients. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 14, 2012, 07:42:17 am
I had to do my bit to save this thread.
Have just been online to kitchen direct and purchased, a 4L chefs pan.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 14, 2012, 07:43:57 am
ooohhh I must look
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 14, 2012, 08:03:02 am
We can't have this thread slipping beyond page 1.....LOL

Well here you go then.....I picked up an all in one wireless printer with fax/scan etc.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/276bcf5d.jpg)

DD can now just print straight from her laptop in her room...my computer software is as old as a dinosaur I'm told  :P

and picked up a watch for DS, final Birthday present.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/21e4c551.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 14, 2012, 08:04:47 am
Bless you Maddy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 14, 2012, 08:06:01 am
LOL  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 14, 2012, 08:50:53 am
I have a printer like that Maddy, it makes life so much easier, I can even print from my iPad while I'm in my framing workshop, the kids can print from there computers from any room in the house. It's brilliant. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on May 14, 2012, 09:24:28 am
Quote from: dede on May 14, 2012, 08:50:53 am
, I can even print from my iPad while I'm in my framing workshop

Oh joy! Love it even more now  8).....is it hard to set up from iPad dede?  Or does it just pick up connection?.....havent opened the box yet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 14, 2012, 10:17:09 am
Just picked up the connection I think Maddy. I print all my invoices from my iPad. And recipes of cause ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on May 14, 2012, 12:36:01 pm
Well I had to return two items with totally different type of customer service. One was a Thomas sabo sterling silver necklace which I had bought for dd's 17th birthday. When she opened the box she discovered the chain was broken. The asst manager of the shop insisted that  these things don't break and my daughter must have been drunk and some could have pulled it off her neck! He nearly said " or drugged" when i jumped on him verbally. He was rude obnoxious and vile. I was shaking by the time I left the  chatswood shop...he has to send it HO to determine how it was broken,...brand new! Never worn! Unbelievable.  

In contrast, I took back my soehle weighing scale to victoia's Basement alexandria since  it did not work and they allowed me to buy something else from the shop since I did not have the receipt. What a contrast in customer service. Guess I am going to tell everyone to stay away from Thomas sabo products.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on May 14, 2012, 01:09:21 pm
Rude (pig is what I want to say,) person, if he isn't the owner, report him..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on May 14, 2012, 01:13:38 pm
Obbie,

I saw the pasta machines too and I am really tempted by the red one. But where would I put it??
My cupboards are full now, and I have a big kitchen. Decision, decisions, decisions.

I always put a cup of water in the microwave when heating up wheat bags too. I made a whole heap for our school fete last year in the shape of owls and pussycats and made sure that they had very clear instructions on how to reheat them.

Perhaps I should check out the COD website again.......
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 14, 2012, 01:19:32 pm


Quote from: courton on May 14, 2012, 12:36:01 pm
Well I had to return two items with totally different type of customer service. One was a Thomas sabo sterling silver necklace which I had bought for dd's 17th birthday. When she opened the box she discovered the chain was broken. The asst manager of the shop insisted that  these things don't break and my daughter must have been drunk and some could have pulled it off her neck! He nearly said " or drugged" when i jumped on him verbally. He was rude obnoxious and vile. I was shaking by the time I left the  chatswood shop...he has to send it HO to determine how it was broken,...brand new! Never worn! Unbelievable. 

In contrast, I took back my soehle weighing scale to victoia's Basement alexandria since  it did not work and they allowed me to buy something else from the shop since I did not have the receipt. What a contrast in customer service. Guess I am going to tell everyone to stay away from Thomas sabo products.



That is outrageous. Put it  writing  in the nicest possible way.  I find telling it truthfully without the angst often results in a win win.  Call first to find whom to direct the  letter is a good start. Good luck.

Pox on him.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on May 14, 2012, 02:37:56 pm
I've just ordered the red pasta machine. Hee Hee
And some oven mits.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 14, 2012, 09:16:56 pm
I try so hard to stay away from this thread.......

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 14, 2012, 09:41:09 pm
Got my brothers unused and unopened pasta machine yesterday and a pasta cookbook. Going to have some fun making pasta when I have time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 14, 2012, 09:52:46 pm
I am shopping this weekend, We are comming down to cairns for Saturday night.

Robyn.



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Post by: mcmich on May 14, 2012, 11:34:09 pm
Have a lovely weekend Robyn.
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Post by: andiesenji on May 15, 2012, 12:21:38 am
I shopped on line today.
Ordered this (http://www.cheftools.com/Charles-Viancin-Waterdrop-Steaming-Lid/productinfo/06-5965/)

and this (http://www.cheftools.com/Tovolo-Shere-Ice-Molds-Set-of-2/productinfo/03-0761/).

There are just some things I can't resist... ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 01:27:05 am
Quote from: andiesenji on May 15, 2012, 12:21:38 am
I shopped on line today.
Ordered this (http://www.cheftools.com/Charles-Viancin-Waterdrop-Steaming-Lid/productinfo/06-5965/)

and this (http://www.cheftools.com/Tovolo-Shere-Ice-Molds-Set-of-2/productinfo/03-0761/).

There are just some things I can't resist... ;D

That is an interesting gizmo.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 15, 2012, 02:49:42 am
Andiesenji  I like the ice moulds...

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 02:55:17 am
Quote from: andiesenji on May 15, 2012, 12:21:38 am
I shopped on line today.
Ordered this (http://www.cheftools.com/Charles-Viancin-Waterdrop-Steaming-Lid/productinfo/06-5965/)

and this (http://www.cheftools.com/Tovolo-Shere-Ice-Molds-Set-of-2/productinfo/03-0761/).

There are just some things I can't resist... ;D

What a wonderful web site . An absolute time waster. I even saw a lamb cke mold similar to superkitchenmachines.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 03:03:29 am
Maybe this is the mug cookie 1 bought.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-b969-cd6f.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 15, 2012, 05:13:35 am
The ice moulds are nice. I like the mug too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 15, 2012, 05:58:08 am
I just bought, well for my shop a whole range of seeds, all organic.  ( just delivered today)

Now we can clean up the vege garden and plant some at home....

There nothing like fresh veges from the garden,

Robyn
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on May 15, 2012, 07:20:30 am
Quote from: andiesenji on May 15, 2012, 12:21:38 am
I shopped on line today.
Ordered this (http://www.cheftools.com/Charles-Viancin-Waterdrop-Steaming-Lid/productinfo/06-5965/)

and this (http://www.cheftools.com/Tovolo-Shere-Ice-Molds-Set-of-2/productinfo/03-0761/).

There are just some things I can't resist... ;D

The ice molds are good for those people who drink scotch or other whiskey. They keep your spirits cold but melt slowly so they don't get watered down.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 15, 2012, 07:21:34 am
I was wondering why they were so big.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on May 15, 2012, 07:38:58 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 15, 2012, 07:21:34 am
I was wondering why they were so big.

I think it started three or four years ago when some famous bar began using them and people wrote abut it.

The trick is getting the ice perfectly clear and there has been reams written about that.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on May 15, 2012, 07:46:43 am
Wow all these things I didn't even know I needed, shouldn't come into this thread.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on May 15, 2012, 07:54:17 am
A Karcher window vacuum cleaner is my purchase of the week.I have never been a good window cleaner in the normal way but now my windows sparkle and there are  no smears. It's so quick too. I bought this from Amazon UK. I can highly recommend it as a fantastic and worthwhile buy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on May 15, 2012, 08:04:20 am
Wow dot never heard of such a thing.
Does it do shower doors even in a lime scale zone?

I often thought if had spare cash would buy a robot vacuum. Anyone got one of these?
 But now have spent all my money on Thermy that won't be happening!
Now saving for second bowl!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on May 15, 2012, 08:23:30 am
it does not clean off limescale. You would have to do that first. You spray glass with washing up liquid or the Karcher more expensive liquid. Run a sponge over quickly and then vacuum . It leaves no smears at all and no drips either.
 My DIL has a robot vacuum and says it is useless. It is just as if you have swept the carpet with a soft brush and doesn't suck anything.  I have a robot grass lawn cutter. It knows where to stop because the lawn is wired. It goes in if it rains and gets to work according to the computer settings. It takes ages though as its passage is random and a bit noisy too. so I don't recommend it.
I do love gadgets and especially those that make short work of jobs I hate. I wish there was a robot oven cleaner as this is the job I hate most of all.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on May 15, 2012, 08:27:56 am
DroverJess I looked at robot vacuums a little while ago and it appears there are now some good ones out there but to get a really good clean you need to give a clean with a convential cleaner and then it needs to cleaned every day or every second day at the most with the robot.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on May 15, 2012, 08:38:18 am
Quote from: Decadent Dot on May 15, 2012, 07:54:17 am
A Karcher window vacuum cleaner is my purchase of the week.I have never been a good window cleaner in the normal way but now my windows sparkle and there are  no smears. It's so quick too. I bought this from Amazon UK. I can highly recommend it as a fantastic and worthwhile buy.


 :-)) must get one for frank  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: keiramax on May 15, 2012, 08:52:21 am
we have a robot vacuum, I wouldn't waste your money.  First of all you need to pick everything up off the floor, it gets confused with the furniture and constantly gets stuck and has a hissy fit, it's noisy, doesn't transition from the floorboards to the rugs.  Mine has stopped working and I need to send it back, it also use to stop because of the direct sunlight.

Again - don't waste your money.   More trouble than what it's worth.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 09:13:06 am
Quote from: keiramax on May 15, 2012, 07:46:43 am
Wow all these things I didn't even know I needed, shouldn't come into this thread.

Stay away. Well away. I seem to get sucked in even though I delete  all the time.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 09:15:55 am
Quote from: keiramax on May 15, 2012, 08:52:21 am
we have a robot vacuum, I wouldn't waste your money.  First of all you need to pick everything up off the floor, it gets confused with the furniture and constantly gets stuck and has a hissy fit, it's noisy, doesn't transition from the floorboards to the rugs.  Mine has stopped working and I need to send it back, it also use to stop because of the direct sunlight.

Again - don't waste your money.   More trouble than what it's worth.

Funny Vorwerk was one of the first companies to make a robot vacuum cleaner!

Gert
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Post by: Tasty on May 15, 2012, 12:35:37 pm
Decadent Dot - now there's something I need - they're on ebay for $152AUD which is a lot but on my wishlist. Is that similar to what you paid?

And on that note, how do you clean a window if you can remove the flyscreen in front of it....believe many people have tried but it just won't come out.
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Post by: Bonsai on May 15, 2012, 12:39:10 pm
I have the same problem - fixed screens with a narrow gap between glass and screen - there must be a gadget but I've googled without success
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Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 12:43:52 pm
I can't believe I am asking this but DD is cooking a lot of stuff in the TMX and does not reduce the quantities for just the two them. She ls one to follow the recipes EXACTLY and is not confident enough to reduce the amounts. Consequently  she has lots of leftovers.

Question is  does anyone have any experience with pie makers ?

Gert
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Post by: dede on May 15, 2012, 12:54:50 pm
Gert there is a whole topic on pie makers on the forum. Should get heaps of info from that. :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 15, 2012, 01:14:57 pm
Here's (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=7266.0) one such thread Gert.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 10:29:53 pm
Thank you so much. My DH is a member here but does not have the time. I think she has done a few postings  but I can even remember her on line name. LOL!

He partner has in the past refused to eat leftovers but as DD's cooking improves  and since she has had For Foods Sake cookbook he has changed his tune. LOL!

I suppose once again I have been sucked into this thread. Now what will I buy? :-))

 
Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 15, 2012, 10:50:21 pm
I know her name Gretchen, I remember it started with an R so did a quick search (Rhada).  I think you meant DIL instead of DH in your posting, don't think your DH is a member here ;)
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Post by: dede on May 15, 2012, 11:15:00 pm
I'm off to town this morning to buy my new cutlery set :)
And a hand held vacuum cleaner. My hand held dyson is giving me the s**ts as it stops and starts all the time, I had the motor and battery replaced a while ago because of this problem and now it's doing it again. So I'm buying a different brand :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 15, 2012, 11:15:44 pm
Oh yeah Radha is my DIL . Sadly They will be moving to India at the end of the year so we won't be hearing much from her on the forum. I must ask DD what  her name is. Lady Frangapani maybe.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 15, 2012, 11:23:36 pm
Ah, wrong one - you are talking about DD.  I'm clear with it now  :P
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Post by: Deeau on May 16, 2012, 12:35:00 am
I have a irooba robot vac and I love it. I actually think it does a better job on my carpet than my older Dyson. I have mainly tiles and only carpet in the bedrooms, "Rosie" scoots under the beds etc all the places that are hard work with the reg vacuum. I must say that if you had long carpet etc I am not sure if you would be as happy with it. They are definatly best for open plan homes and I don't have small children so there is never really stuff on the floors to be picked up, but I find she makes her way easily round my dining chairs etc and under the table I run her every day in the living area ( tiles ) and bathroom ( white tiles ) and every 2nd day in the bedrooms ( carpet )  I  am amazed how much gets in the bin to be emptied when my floors actually looked clean.
.
I still use the dyson once a week before I wash the floors. Its great being able to cook while someone does the vacuuming for me! :D
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2012, 04:10:34 am
I still have lego on my lounge room floor......

It gets picked up before I vaccum.
Robyn
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Post by: Frozzie on May 16, 2012, 08:15:56 am
I always have to pick up an arrY of toys and bits and pieces before vacumming and mopping the floors.. I have a dyson and it does a great job and for places difficult to reach there are attachhments for that.. As for robot cleaners a few friends have them and seem happy but they often do it when they are out and i think if one your fanatical about floors you wouldnt like them and also with young kids ... Also from what ive heard terrible on carpets so really a hard floor only type gadget.. But again depends on how fanatical you are about your floors...i dont know how many bits of tiny lego and playmobil i fish out of the vacume cleaner rubbish before throwing it away lol.. Drives me insane but is a weekly ritual along with putting everything up off the floor to be able to give the floors a good clean 😊
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Post by: droverjess on May 16, 2012, 08:29:55 am
I thinking got as far as googling them and thinking the review for the Neato one was better than the roomba.

Maybe one day. I have a dyson upright and an old cylinder vax. Both get used a lot. There is certainly a lot of flour on my kitchen floor and I have to vacuum/ wash 3 x week.

I remember thinking how good it would be to have the floors run over often while out on the farm. Of course it' still needs extra vacuuming by me weekly.

Better buy a lottery ticket & stop reading this thread!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 16, 2012, 08:41:53 am
Oh o here is a sale.  Pasta machines.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=175

Gert
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Post by: Merrilyn on May 16, 2012, 10:59:20 am
Quote from: dede on May 15, 2012, 11:15:00 pm
I'm off to town this morning to buy my new cutlery set :)
And a hand held vacuum cleaner. My hand held dyson is giving me the s**ts as it stops and starts all the time, I had the motor and battery replaced a while ago because of this problem and now it's doing it again. So I'm buying a different brand :)

Dede, I had the same thing happen with mine.  Drove me nuts, and not what you'd expect from an expensive hand held.  I have the upright Dyson and  it's fantastic,  but the battery operated one was a dead loss.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 16, 2012, 11:00:23 am
i booked a cooking class, does that count  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on May 16, 2012, 11:02:59 am
Which one Uni?
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Post by: fundj&e on May 16, 2012, 11:15:38 am
it not a TM class

it will be a sweet making class.  the recipes are very old from the aeolian islands in italy,there is  just one thing i really would love  to learn is  vino cotto (cooked wine)
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Post by: judydawn on May 16, 2012, 11:38:24 am
You don't know how to make vino cotto Uni  :o :o :o  Neither do I  ;D
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Post by: nazar on May 16, 2012, 12:13:31 pm
 the robot valcum cleaners are no good if you have dog hair  or long hair  that  you need to valcum up,  as the rollers keep getting clogged up  with the hair
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on May 16, 2012, 12:19:34 pm
Quote from: Merrilyn on May 16, 2012, 10:59:20 am
Quote from: dede on May 15, 2012, 11:15:00 pm
I'm off to town this morning to buy my new cutlery set :)
And a hand held vacuum cleaner. My hand held dyson is giving me the s**ts as it stops and starts all the time, I had the motor and battery replaced a while ago because of this problem and now it's doing it again. So I'm buying a different brand :)

Dede, I had the same thing happen with mine.  Drove me nuts, and not what you'd expect from an expensive hand held.  I have the upright Dyson and  it's fantastic,  but the battery operated one was a dead loss.

I'm glad to hear that mine wasn't the only one to have the problem. It got to a point that I felt like throwing it. On for 10 sec, off, on for .5 of a second, off, on for maybe 1 second, off, on for 5 sec, off. Grrrr

I brought a Hoover wet and dry hand held vacuum today from Godfrey's. But I wish I didn't tell DS (5) that it was WET and dry. Now he wants to spill some water just to vacuum it up. I can just see him trying to vacuum out the bath when it's full :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Merrilyn on May 16, 2012, 12:38:09 pm
We  took ours back to the shop twice, only to be told there was nothing wrong with it  :-))

In the end we just gave up and relegated it to the garage to clean out the cars.
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Post by: droverjess on May 16, 2012, 08:56:46 pm
I did an impulse buy at the co-op today wile stocking up on few groceries.


A lottery ticket!

 It must be my annual splurge.... No wait I did that when I bought Thermy!
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Post by: courton on May 16, 2012, 10:24:59 pm
New balance shoes from the factory outlet...one of the best customer service from a great sales assistant I have had in some time. What a difference it makes to the purchase
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Post by: fundj&e on May 16, 2012, 10:29:35 pm
a rare breed these day courton  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2012, 11:42:02 pm
Yes, it's great to get good service.
Yesterday I had the split system air conditioner installed in the rumpus room. It was supposed to be installed on Monday and the fellow rang me at 1.30pm to tell he was running late for an 11am appointment. Then rang to say he wouldn't be able to install until Wednesday. He turned up pretty much on time yesterday and did a good job.

P.S.
When he had to use the bathroom - "Do you mind if I take a leak? I'm busting.

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Post by: fundj&e on May 17, 2012, 12:02:07 am
 ;D its better than, i need to drain the Lizard.  :-))
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Post by: mcmich on May 17, 2012, 12:37:48 am
Haven't heard that one before    :o :o
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Post by: judydawn on May 17, 2012, 01:11:37 am
At least you knew what he meant Michele - tradesmen are usually down to earth and call it as it is  ;)
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Post by: maddy on May 17, 2012, 01:15:58 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/529da8f7.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on May 17, 2012, 01:38:15 pm
Knew you'd buy it maddy  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 17, 2012, 01:54:41 pm
Did you get that from Peters Maddy?

Gert


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Post by: maddy on May 17, 2012, 02:11:12 pm
I did Gert...I googled around, and it was a great price for all the attachments included.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 17, 2012, 02:16:09 pm
You can't  go past Peters. I never do. Lovely people to deal with as well.

Gert

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Post by: keiramax on May 17, 2012, 10:56:47 pm
New car seat for my little man, he has nearly outgrown his capsule.   This seat is the first one I've found that goes from newborn to 8 years old.  So hopefully will last the distance.

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Post by: fundj&e on May 17, 2012, 11:00:56 pm
keiramax can i ask how much , iam looking to buy one soon  ;D
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Post by: keiramax on May 18, 2012, 12:19:48 am
It was $328 in the Big W sale catalogue this week.  It is called the Infa-secure Meteor newborn to 8 years child restraint

http://www.bigw.com.au/baby/carseats/convertible-seats/bpnBIGW_0000000304046/infa-secure-meteor-newborn-to-8-years-child-restraint (http://www.bigw.com.au/baby/carseats/convertible-seats/bpnBIGW_0000000304046/infa-secure-meteor-newborn-to-8-years-child-restraint)

The Infa Secure website has the info but they call it a different name.

http://www.infasecure.com.au/product_range/Convertible-Carseats,-Booster-Seats/165/0-to-8---Luxi-Crown (http://www.infasecure.com.au/product_range/Convertible-Carseats,-Booster-Seats/165/0-to-8---Luxi-Crown)

The big W seat has different fabric but a good price.

I've been happy with this brand of seat, I have one for by daughter (21 months) and have found it good. 

I think this is a good idea to go from newborn upwards, otherwise you are constantly buying new child restraint seats.  It is very confusing with the new laws as to what seat they should be in, this makes it failsafe and although a bit more expensive than other seats, it will last through all the stages.

Great seat for Grandparents  :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 18, 2012, 12:25:05 am
Your local motoring association (NRMA, RACV, RACQ etc) have brochures n the safest child restraints and also information on the current laws. Have a look at their websites.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 18, 2012, 12:30:22 am
thanks DG and keiramax  :-*
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Post by: obbie on May 18, 2012, 01:17:28 am
OOH, I want a new pasta machine too.

I will check it out now.

Robyn
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Post by: keiramax on May 18, 2012, 04:13:36 am
Just been to the local meat wholesaler and stocked up.  Was impressed with how much I got for $100 (do you think this is good??).  I've bagged it up and into the freezer.  The dogs are enjoying their bones, will keep them busy all weekend.
2 x chorizo sausages
375gm smoked spek
1kg of natural sausages
1kg rissoles
1.3kg pork spare ribs
1.8kg chicken breast fillets skin off
1.5kg corned silverside
2.1kg premium mince
2 kg gravy beef
dozen free range eggs
2 x massive marrow bones for the dogs.
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Post by: Wonder on May 18, 2012, 04:51:22 am
sounds good keiramax.
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 05:46:57 am
Just been out and bought this bedroom suite for DH's room - our current one was purchased when we got married and as it is our Silver Wedding anniversary on 1st August I thought it time it was replaced. His will be a chocolate colour with 3 tallboys instead of a dressing table (it didn't come with a dressing table as a lot don't these days).
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Post by: obbie on May 18, 2012, 05:55:39 am
Good buy Keiramax,,,

I bought the tupperware pink jelly mould

and I just ordered

10 kilos of Barra, and 10 kilos of  King salmon.

Robyn
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 18, 2012, 06:02:17 am
Lovely Judy. Your old bed has done well to last 25 years.

I hate looking at bedroom furniture, because then I want to repaint the room and buy all the accessories so it looks like it does in the picture  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on May 18, 2012, 06:11:34 am
my bedroom needs a update 2,(31years old)    ;D i really need  a new chandelier  ;)
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 18, 2012, 06:23:09 am
Quote from: fundj on May 18, 2012, 06:11:34 am
my bedroom needs a update 2,(31years old)    ;D i really need  a new chandelier  ;)

Uni stop swinging from them and they will last longer.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2012, 06:26:25 am
Judy that is lovely, it will brighten things up.

DD is right Uni.  Quit the swinging from it.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 18, 2012, 06:36:08 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 05:46:57 am
Just been out and bought this bedroom suite for DH's room - our current one was purchased when we got married and as it is our Silver Wedding anniversary on 1st August I thought it time it was replaced. His will be a chocolate colour with 3 tallboys instead of a dressing table (it didn't come with a dressing table as a lot don't these days).

How lovely. Such a nice treat after so many years And well deserved. DH will probably be tossing stuff out as he transfers stuff to the new tall boys.

Good on you JD.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 18, 2012, 06:42:05 am
Quote from: obbie on May 18, 2012, 05:55:39 am
Good buy Keiramax,,,

I bought the tupperware pink jelly mould

and I just ordered

10 kilos of Barra, and 10 kilos of  King salmon.

Robyn

BWAAAAAA!
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Post by: mcmich on May 18, 2012, 07:07:39 am
Very nice JD.
Wow, three tallboys, must be a nice big room to accommodate three chest of draws.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 18, 2012, 07:23:05 am
Quote from: Dashingden on May 18, 2012, 06:23:09 am
Quote from: fundj on May 18, 2012, 06:11:34 am
my bedroom needs a update 2,(31years old)    ;D i really need  a new chandelier  ;)

Uni stop swinging from them and they will last longer.

 :-[
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 07:53:30 am
Judy will be tossing things out when she transfers things Gretchen - not DH.
I might even start early then it will just be a matter of transferring on the day - delivery 2-3 weeks.
Michele, I hope they all fit in the room :-))  I bought 2 to go where the old dressing table is and one will be opposite the bed for DH's TV. The room is big enough for the wheelchair to go in and out without problems but not large by today's standards.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 08:33:52 am
Very tasteful bedroom furniture Judy.It would be nice to toss out my bedroom stuff and start new but DH is looking at replacing his car :P
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 10:56:29 am
Thought you all might like to see what I do in some of my spare time ;D Bought this chair on eBay months ago as a wreck and have lovingly recaned it.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/ce8f36ff.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 18, 2012, 11:03:03 am
wow thats a great looking chair  CC did it take you long to restore it
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Post by: mcmich on May 18, 2012, 11:06:56 am
Beautiful CC. Are you keeping it or selling?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 18, 2012, 11:17:59 am
Lovely job.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 11:30:28 am
Quote from: fundj on May 18, 2012, 11:03:03 am
wow thats a great looking chair  CC did it take you long to restore it
Thanks Uni.DH restored it and then I caned it.Took longer than I thought it would,on and off for about a year. :P
Quote from: mcmich on May 18, 2012, 11:06:56 am
Beautiful CC. Are you keeping it or selling?
Thanks Michele.I want to keep it as you never get the true value by selling it.I have sold chairs in the past and have regretted it.
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 18, 2012, 11:17:59 am
Lovely job.

Gert

Thanks Gert.
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 18, 2012, 11:47:10 am
Great job CC. I wish I had the time and patience to do restoration work.
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Post by: Halex on May 18, 2012, 11:51:47 am
Ooohh CC that chair looks amazing, well done

Dash have you read the weekend away thread, are you getting scared ;D

H :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 12:16:00 pm
Thanks DD and H. :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 01:11:38 pm
CC, what a great job you did with your chair.  You must be very proud of it and rightly so.  How's the fabric one coming along?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 02:03:16 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 01:11:38 pm
CC, what a great job you did with your chair.  You must be very proud of it and rightly so.  How's the fabric one coming along?
Thanks Judy.I've just got to put the piping on the arms of the chair,attach the fabric scrolls and put black bottoming on the underneath and I've finished.Lots of hand sewing though  :P :P Trouble with me is that I do chat rather a lot when I go to my class on Wednesday :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 02:09:40 pm
Who, you?  No, that doesn't sound like you at all CC  ;)

Can't wait to see the next one.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2012, 02:11:42 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 18, 2012, 02:09:40 pm
Who, you?  No, that doesn't sound like you at all CC  ;)

Can't wait to see the next one.
:D :D :D :D :D  :D :D :D
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Post by: droverjess on May 18, 2012, 06:02:40 pm
The chair is brill CC. Well done, very impressive.
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Post by: andiesenji on May 18, 2012, 11:06:51 pm
Beautiful job on the chair.   I have a bentwood rocker (belonged to grandmother) in the shed that needs the same restoration.  I keep meaning to look for someone to do the work but it just slips my mind. 

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Post by: obbie on May 19, 2012, 12:38:06 am
The chair looks great CC. :)
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Post by: dede on May 19, 2012, 12:46:03 am
Wow CC you are a cleaver girl :)
That looks beautiful. :)
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Post by: obbie on May 19, 2012, 12:52:16 am
I will add to this tomorrow, after shopping today.........yeah shopping ;D
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Post by: snappy on May 19, 2012, 01:11:19 am
CC that chair is amazing! I want to embark on reupholstering some Parker style chairs but I think I need to do a course to learn how first.  Do you have a 'before' photo?
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Post by: Decadent Dot on May 19, 2012, 06:45:16 am
CC. A very impressive chair. You have done a lovely job on it. I do several hand skills myself but sadly there are no clubs around to join. I would really enjoy doing my projects with some equally interested people.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 19, 2012, 07:35:29 am
Thanks guys for the lovely comments :-* Unfortunately I didn't take a before photo.If we lived nearer I would offer to recane your chair Andy ;D
Such a shame that you don't have any clubs around you Dot so you could use your skills.
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Post by: Halex on May 19, 2012, 07:36:53 am
My Huge tupperware delivery arrived, YAY

I have the pink jelly mould. Maddy please  let me know how how you dd the lasagna.

Thanks

H :)
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Post by: JulieO on May 19, 2012, 08:29:58 am
Looks wondeful Cornish.  Love the use of cane baskets in your room also.  :D
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Post by: maddy on May 19, 2012, 09:31:35 am
Quote from: Halex on May 19, 2012, 07:36:53 am
My Huge tupperware delivery arrived, YAY

I have the pink jelly mould. Maddy please  let me know how how you dd the lasagna.

Thanks

H :)

It was pizza H  ;)  ......if you want to know how to do that I will post for you.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 19, 2012, 10:12:03 am
Quote from: JulieO on May 19, 2012, 08:29:58 am
Looks wondeful Cornish.  Love the use of cane baskets in your room also.  :D
Thanks Julie.Keep all my TM books in the baskets  ;) ;) ;)
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Post by: Halex on May 19, 2012, 10:51:04 am
Yes please Maddy :)
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Post by: maddy on May 19, 2012, 12:24:31 pm
sprinkle Cheese in the base of the ring, then pressed on top a 1/3 of a mixture of: bacon, ham, salami, capsicum, pineapple, olives, mushroom, chopped onion, herbs. Pess on top Single layers of crustless bread, slightly overlapping, spread with pizza sauce, and packed tightly on top. Add another 1/3 of the mix, layer more bread this time cut in half, then add remaining pizza mix and top with remaining 1/3 and final layer of bread. Compact firmly, then fridge it 1/2 hour.  Take off large lid, turn onto a tray lined with greaseproof paper, Realease inner ring and turn and  bake 200c for 30 mins.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5fb8225c.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2012, 02:21:25 pm
CC you have done such a lovely job on the chair.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 19, 2012, 07:18:07 pm
Thanks Cookie :)
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Post by: Halex on May 20, 2012, 12:31:19 am
Thanks Maddy, how many woukd it feed?

I am still thinking n hw to do a lasagna.

Chese at the bottom & up the sides
Fresh lasagna laer & up the sides
Bol sauce white sauce
Layer of lasagna
Then stuck, what do i use as the last layer. It will be the bottom layer on th tray.

Any ideas anyone



H :)

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Post by: fundj&e on May 20, 2012, 06:45:13 am
IF  u like eggplant, that would be realy nice H
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Post by: obbie on May 20, 2012, 07:17:32 am
I went shopping yesterday....

 3 pairs of shoes for DD
2 pairs for DS
slippers for DD
spiderman toy for DS
Pyjamas for both kids
plenty of plastic  containers for me to fill with  baking
Dinner out as we had a night away for DH birthday.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on May 20, 2012, 07:26:31 am
Sounds like you had a great weekend. My DH B'day next week and we are going up to Port Douglas  while DD looks after HER dog and the ring in.

gert
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Post by: obbie on May 20, 2012, 07:28:38 am
Gretchen, where are you staying.
We love port douglas.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on May 20, 2012, 07:46:44 am
For Christmas my DD gave us a huge gift card for Rydges so we are going to blow it there with a birthday lunch at Salsa which we love. It is the tail end of the Carnivale.

Did you stay in Cairns this weekend?

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on May 20, 2012, 08:01:28 am
Quote from: Halex on May 20, 2012, 12:31:19 am
Thanks Maddy, how many woukd it feed?

I am still thinking n hw to do a lasagna.

Chese at the bottom & up the sides
Fresh lasagna laer & up the sides
Bol sauce white sauce
Layer of lasagna
Then stuck, what do i use as the last layer. It will be the bottom layer on th tray.

Any ideas anyone



H :)


Hally, have a look at A Moulded Lasagne in the non thermomix recipe section. Andie has linked a site showing step by step instructions. It's done in a pudding bowl but the principle is the same.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 20, 2012, 09:19:49 am
I often make lasagne with mountain bread or Lebanese bread instead of  pasta. If using mountain bread then double the layer as it is all to thin these days. Tortilla would work a treat.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 20, 2012, 11:43:43 pm
Thanks, will try with bread & eggplant.

I looked at Andies link, it wouldnt work as the pudding bowl goes in the oven & the jel mould cant be put in the oven. So i cant have pasta at the top or bottom.

I can see the bread & egg plant working.
Thank you

H :)
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Post by: maddy on May 21, 2012, 12:10:37 am
H, I don't know if I'd bother with the jel ring for lasagna  ???  you would have to cook everything first, let it cool, layer in mould, chill for a little while, then cook.....completely your choice though  ;)
if I were to do it, I would sprinkle cheese on base, add bechamel, slice fresh pasta (similar size to crust less bread) and slightly overlap, layer with cooled meat mix and pasta slices ( the size of 1/2 slice of bread), then your final layer I would use a larger slice of pasta, and push down and tuck in......basically the directions of making the club sandwich ring.

Google other recipes, there's lots around.
I made a Mexican dip yesterday afternoon....the one that comes in the booklet.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b75c5f22.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on May 21, 2012, 12:48:03 am
Gretchen, yes we stayed in Cairns for the weekend at Novetel Oasis.
Won't go back there again.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on May 21, 2012, 12:58:26 am
That is a costly mistake eh? The service in hotels in Cairns is pathetic. I like the very small Hotel Cairns. They had a great deal of $100 a night . You had to eat in the restaurant which is wonderful so the room was virtually free. We spent an extra $20 . So we had a fantastic dinner for two with 2 bottles of wine and the room for $120. Can't beat that. The pool Is small nice and private and you could also use their electric smart cars.

No longer available but still not a bad place to stay.

Good luck next time.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 21, 2012, 01:04:50 am
Maddy the dip looks great ;D. Please let me know what else you do, I just love rhe shape ;D

I always have bol sauce & white sauce in the freezer ready to go. Yu know me I have everything in the freezer, LOL.   Still thinking, its a challenge will do it  at some stage.


H :)
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Post by: obbie on May 21, 2012, 01:05:57 am
Yeah Gert, they also charged a extra $50 to my ccard as a holding fee, which now they wont refund for 5 days...all without asking me.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 21, 2012, 04:16:02 am
Quote from: obbie on May 21, 2012, 01:05:57 am
Yeah Gert, they also charged a extra $50 to my ccard as a holding fee, which now they wont refund for 5 days...all without asking me.



Disgusting. Won't ever be staying  there.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 21, 2012, 04:39:35 am
I bought a pair of flat shoes on the weekend, and only tried the right foot display model so I knew they were going to fit. Got given a fresh pair to purchase. However as I hobble around the house today trying to break them in for next weekend, I was wondering..."what do the celebrities/rich people do - cos they would buy a lot of shoes, do they pay someone to break them in for them first?"

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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 21, 2012, 04:53:56 am
CP, I also bough a pair the other week and yet to break them in. Have to do it when DH is out, cos he thinks I have enough shoes and doesn't know I bought them. When does a girl ever have enough shoes  ;D

I got them to wear to a conference and trade show in July. They are still in the box hidden under my bed  ;)

Perhaps I can send them to you to break in for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 21, 2012, 05:04:30 am
In Sydney I used to shop in an expensive recycled shop and could get the most beautiful expensive pre worn in  shoes for a very good price.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 21, 2012, 05:09:29 am
You can buy a shoe stretcher thing, My Mum had one years ago.

Robyn
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Post by: mcmich on May 21, 2012, 07:38:43 am
Stuff your shoes with newspaper CP. An old fashioned, cheap way to break in shoes.
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Post by: nazar on May 21, 2012, 07:43:10 am
 my brother who used to work in a shoe shop in the 90's
had size 12 mens feet  , used to tell people that they had a shoe stretcher out the back
but he would go out the back take his shoes off  put the new shoes on and  hobble around out the back there  make some noise
then put his shoes back on go out the front .
 and said there you go these should now feel a bit more comfortable for you . with all smiles on his face
the customers were so grateful for his help , little did they now .
 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 21, 2012, 09:21:47 am
thats real personal service nazar, thats dedication for you  :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 21, 2012, 09:17:01 pm
Just read yesterday that the Queen has staff who break her shoes in for her - not a job I would like!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 21, 2012, 11:03:46 pm
That doesn't say much for the person who makes her shoes for her . Anyway I thought she had only 3 pair. Black, white and beige. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on May 22, 2012, 03:19:39 am
 
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 03:21:26 am
Garlic press? Cheese grinder?
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Post by: fundj&e on May 22, 2012, 03:26:05 am
churros press

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Post by: maddy on May 22, 2012, 03:34:01 am
I have never tasted churros fundj....but want to.
That press would make it so much easier!
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Post by: fundj&e on May 22, 2012, 03:47:55 am
i have only made them a few times maddy using a pipping bag, it should be easier using this press, i really do want to try it out  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 03:49:13 am
Do you have a recipe Fundj?
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Post by: obbie on May 22, 2012, 03:54:20 am
Uni, do you put sugar on them.

I think you posted a photo last week....
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Post by: fundj&e on May 22, 2012, 04:00:59 am
they where different ones robyn, they where deep fryed wonton wrappers  :-))

the recipe in the booklet
250g flour
250cc water
salt

when i have made them, i have added an egg
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Post by: obbie on May 22, 2012, 04:03:14 am
Silly me, Thanks Uni
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Post by: Halex on May 22, 2012, 04:29:28 am
Today I bought Tasmanian purple  carrots :)

Wondering what ds will think f them

H :)
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Post by: maddy on May 22, 2012, 04:53:05 am
Watch where you put them H.....they like to stain like beetroot.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 22, 2012, 05:25:29 am
Quote from: Halex on May 22, 2012, 04:29:28 am
Today I bought Tasmanian purple  carrots :)

they're very high in anti-oxidents
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Post by: desi on May 22, 2012, 06:10:12 am
Hi Halex

I hope your son will like the purple carrots.

I love them, they are tasty, good for you and look good on the plate with other vegies. However just like purple cabbage they can stain other vegies. I steam mine in a separate saucepan :)
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Post by: Halex on May 22, 2012, 06:57:46 am
Thanks for the staining warning.I had no idea.

H :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 07:24:20 am
I was at the Salvo's today looking for an outfit for bazaar night in WA. Didn't find anything to wear but picked up two bargains in the book section. Apples for jam  - have been wanting this book ever since it came out about 2006 but it was and still is a $49.99 book, picked it up today in brand new condition for $2.50. The Donna Hay fruit cook book also in new condition for $1.75.
Very happy.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 22, 2012, 07:26:01 am
thats something to smile about ,what a great buy  ;D
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Post by: obbie on May 22, 2012, 07:27:34 am
Michele, great buy, lucky you
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 07:54:07 am
My op shops are going its with books since I bought my Kindle. They almost beg me to return. ;D ;D

So many books every time I go. Such a waste. I wonder what will become of them.

Oh wait there is Michele taking up the slack. Well done.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 08:00:44 am
I like to help out where I can Gert. My DH wants to buy me a kindle - but I don't want one (or a fancy phone or ipad).
I like to turn pages. I like the smell and feel of books (not in a kinky way). I like to read in the bath with glass of wine.
With everyone kindling I should be able to pick up lots of bargains.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 08:21:58 am
Yup there will be more and more bargains.

I used to feel the same way about books. A couple of years ago I had a Female carpenter come in and build a wall of bookcase. It was chocka. Then I bought a kindle and another and another until I had given  4 away and kept one. I cannot  stand to read a book. now. And I am about to hop into my bath with my brand new Kindle . I can read it in the sun , sand,bath and especially love to take it into the pool.
Love it love love it. I get sad sometimes  about emptying my book case but I can pot 3000 books on it and the won't go mouldy and smell like books do in the tropics.

My loss is your gain. I love it when she I see someone else loading up but not for me now.

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 22, 2012, 08:35:33 am
I love my kindle as well.  I never thought I would accept it as I enjoyed the 'real thing', but wouldn't be without it now - just bought one for my sister too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 08:56:28 am
I thought maybe I was missing out by not having a kindle - went to "purchase" Apples for Jam for kindle, they didn't have it and sent me to site for the actual real book version.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 22, 2012, 01:14:46 pm
I buy more books for the ereader than 'real' books now. I love them both.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 01:43:01 pm
For me it's is about travelling with books. The weight and space for books is a pain in the butt . To run out of books is a disaster of major proportions . My life stops if I do not have something to read. That is why I love my Kindle so much.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on May 22, 2012, 01:46:05 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c022411c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/343df347.jpg)


(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3f482813.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 10:40:04 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 01:43:01 pm
For me it's is about travelling with books. The weight and space for books is a pain in the butt . To run out of books is a disaster of major proportions . My life stops if I do not have something to read. That is why I love my Kindle so much.

Gert
 
Good point, for travelling it would be excellent and I always have a couple of books in my locker at work.
Maybe I need to have a rethink.

Nice buys Maddy.
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Post by: Halex on May 22, 2012, 10:48:15 pm
My first copy of the delicious magazine arrived last week, same as Maddy posted

The purple carrots, had 3 boys & dh, peeled a carrot & chooped it up. Then asked them all to taste it & tell me what it was. Dh said parsnip, LOL, one boy said carrot straight away. It was fun.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 10:51:10 pm
Quote from: Halex on May 22, 2012, 10:48:15 pm
My first copy of the delicious magazine arrived last week, same as Maddy posted

The purple carrots, had 3 boys & dh, peeled a carrot & chooped it up. Then asked them all to taste it & tell me what it was. Dh said parsnip, LOL, one boy said carrot straight away. It was fun.

H :)

I love the surprise factor of the purple,carrots and the do have a different taste.

Good fun.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 11:08:52 pm
Quote from: mcmich on May 22, 2012, 10:40:04 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 22, 2012, 01:43:01 pm
For me it's is about travelling with books. The weight and space for books is a pain in the butt . To run out of books is a disaster of major proportions . My life stops if I do not have something to read. That is why I love my Kindle so much.

Gert
 
Good point, for travelling it would be excellent and I always have a couple of books in my locker at work.
Maybe I need to have a rethink.

Nice buys Maddy.

No matter how much you love real books and no matter how many time you say you will never NOT buy a real book you just cannot get over the practical  aspects of a kindle and how it is saving paper and ink. Two precious commodities.

I used to buy  15  newspapers a week and now I read more newspapers and buy only 6 papers a week.  I don't enjoy the reading of newspapers on line  as much but I feel better about it. I take all my papers to the local YAPS/RSPCA  for the doggies and cats.  At least I feel I have not wasted  them in a way. Also means I don't have newsprint fingers on everything and I can  take a week to read  The Sunday New York Times.

Any mags I buy do the rounds of friends and neighbours.  I buy Masterchef  and Vanity fair on my iPad. Much cheaper and I get to keep them.

Now why don't they sell GOOD wine in BIGGER bottles.

Gert



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Post by: maddy on May 23, 2012, 01:35:13 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/61e794fb.jpg)
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Post by: Wonder on May 23, 2012, 02:26:52 am
I'm another kindle convert - love it particularly for travelling or the very rare occassion I get to lie in the pool and read.

Gert you must be an amazingly fast reader.
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Post by: deedub on May 23, 2012, 03:53:11 am
More Tupperware. Must. Stop. Now. Off to Costco in a few minutes, who knows what I'll pick up from there.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 04:02:21 am
My mother taught me to read well before I went to school. I ruined my eyesight by reading though the light under  the door , the light from street lights and the flashlight under  covers when it was after lights out.

Maddy I love that pasta pic.
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Post by: dede on May 23, 2012, 04:45:26 am
My new welcome sign

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb11ada-5d4d-215e.jpg)

:D
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Post by: obbie on May 23, 2012, 05:06:57 am
Love it ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 07:24:49 am
my pasta maker just died, i think SIL drop it ,the lillte shit could have told me  >:(
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Post by: dede on May 23, 2012, 07:31:55 am
Oh no. That's not good :(
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Post by: bickie on May 23, 2012, 07:38:50 am
Dede I want that sign!
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Post by: obbie on May 23, 2012, 07:41:04 am
Uni, you will have to buy another one.
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Post by: dede on May 23, 2012, 07:42:02 am
Quote from: bickie on May 23, 2012, 07:38:50 am
Dede I want that sign!

A friend gave it to me. She was scared that I might be offended at first, but I love it :)
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Post by: bickie on May 23, 2012, 07:52:03 am
Dede I am imagining you standing behind it with a rifle in your hand!  I can never get the picture out of my head of your avatar with the low hanging boobs from about a year ago!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 07:59:51 am
Quote from: fundj on May 23, 2012, 07:24:49 am
my pasta maker just died, i think SIL drop it ,the lillte shit could have told me  >:(

How can a pasta maker die? What on earth did she do to it.?OMG. She owes you big time. What a Disaster.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 08:09:45 am
i meant son in law gert

it was a cheap one, it looks bent and the pasta is not coming out.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 08:36:19 am
Quote from: fundj on May 23, 2012, 08:09:45 am
i meant son in law gert

it was a cheap one, it looks bent and the pasta is not coming out.

I agree then, little s**t.

Gert
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Post by: courton on May 23, 2012, 08:49:30 am
Gert, I love vanity fair and subscribe it on my iPad too!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 08:51:45 am
Quote from: courton on May 23, 2012, 08:49:30 am
Gert, I love vanity fair and subscribe it on my iPad too!

It is a whole lot cheaper and the print  is bigger. I like Master Chef because it's is funny  and interactive.

I read those on my IPad because of the colour and animations on MC.

Gert

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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 11:23:58 am
Quote from: obbie on May 23, 2012, 07:41:04 am
Uni, you will have to buy another one.

DH said he will pull it apart on the weekend, bloody hell y is he so good at fixing things  >:(
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 11:28:58 am
Probably stuffed. Get rid on the SIL I say. Buy a new  "you beaut"  pasta maker.

Gert
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Post by: dede on May 23, 2012, 11:29:19 am
Quote from: fundj on May 23, 2012, 11:23:58 am
Quote from: obbie on May 23, 2012, 07:41:04 am
Uni, you will have to buy another one.

DH said he will pull it apart on the weekend, bloody hell y is he so good at fixing things  >:(

Can't you fix it so it can't be fixed? ;D
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Post by: faffa_70 on May 23, 2012, 11:33:16 am
Quote from: fundj on May 23, 2012, 11:23:58 am
Quote from: obbie on May 23, 2012, 07:41:04 am
Uni, you will have to buy another one.

DH said he will pull it apart on the weekend, bloody hell y is he so good at fixing things  >:(

MAKE SURE it can't be fixed  ;) ;) lol
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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 11:35:41 am
i was thinking of that 2  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 23, 2012, 01:14:28 pm
A couple of good hits with a hammer should fix it. ;)
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Post by: dede on May 23, 2012, 01:31:23 pm
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Post by: snappy on May 23, 2012, 01:55:32 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 23, 2012, 01:14:28 pm
A couple of good hits with a hammer should fix it. ;)

Or a couple of minutes with my boys ........
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 23, 2012, 02:01:27 pm
Speaking of pasta makers, my new red Jamie Oliver pasta machine arrived tonight. The instructions look pretty daunting. I think I need a quiet moment(LOL) to open it all up and have a play. I've never used one before but I'm looking forward to using it
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Post by: bickie on May 23, 2012, 10:02:36 pm
Getting ready for Jubilee weekend... (http://img.tapatalk.com/5ac0beac-4fe6-f32b.jpg)

And old oven finally bit the dust - hurrah but had to find a 90cm replacement. Not a lot of choice but ended up buying this one (http://img.tapatalk.com/5ac0beac-5037-4d97.jpg)

It is a Britannia which is a British brand. It gets mixed reviews but fingers crossed will be good.
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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 10:08:16 pm
nice looking oven bickie, is the smaller side for grilling?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 10:13:03 pm
Love the oven and the cupcakes. Cute.

Gert
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Post by: bickie on May 23, 2012, 10:29:03 pm
It is grilling, 'rotisserie' and conventional oven. The idea is you can do trays of biscuits etc. I am a bit dubious as to whether I'll use it , but the 90cm ovens - which I had before (inherited it with the house) was a nightmare to heat up. I think/hope it will be good if you're doing a roast in the 60cm you can do a pavlova or cake in the smaller oven. I will try out the rotisserie as that looks quite fun.
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Post by: jakodai on May 23, 2012, 11:17:13 pm
Speaking of pasta makers, Target have the Arcosteel ones on sale from today for half price. I'm thinking about buying one because I've wanted to make fresh pasta for so long. I'm going to go and have a look and take it from there. I'm pretty sure I'll come home with one, though...
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Post by: Halex on May 23, 2012, 11:28:10 pm
Once you make your ownpasta its hard to go back :)

A bit like bread.

H :)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 11:29:37 pm
I am sure you will 2 jakodai  ;D
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Post by: jakodai on May 23, 2012, 11:35:18 pm
That's what I've heard Halex, and one of the big reasons I want to try it. Here, pasta is the meal I 'cook' when I can't be bothered cooking or don't have time, and it deserves more than that! Lol.

I'm not very good at just 'looking' at things...
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Post by: Yvette on May 23, 2012, 11:39:33 pm
Great looking oven Bickie cupcakes aren't bad either :)
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Post by: Halex on May 23, 2012, 11:42:38 pm
I need to buy new baking trays, lamington trays etc. mine are old looking.

Please let me know if anyone sees any if these on sale. I am in perth.

Thanks
H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2012, 11:53:09 pm
Quote from: bickie on May 23, 2012, 10:29:03 pm
It is grilling, 'rotisserie' and conventional oven. The idea is you can do trays of biscuits etc. I am a bit dubious as to whether I'll use it , but the 90cm ovens - which I had before (inherited it with the house) was a nightmare to heat up. I think/hope it will be good if you're doing a roast in the 60cm you can do a pavlova or cake in the smaller oven. I will try out the rotisserie as that looks quite fun.

I hope it is self cleaning.

Gert
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Post by: jeninwa on May 24, 2012, 12:11:14 am
Gert and Wonder, and anyone else with a kindle, do you have a special cover for the kindle for reading in the bath or pool? Cause with my luck I would end up drowning mine.
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Post by: obbie on May 24, 2012, 12:15:04 am
Bickie, I love the look of the big oven. Self cleaning would be great.
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2012, 01:30:30 am
Lovely cupcakes and oven bickie.
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Post by: maddy on May 24, 2012, 01:42:03 am
Quote from: obbie on May 24, 2012, 12:15:04 am
Self cleaning would be great.

.....It's wonderful!, and worth every extra cent to have it too  :)
My Mum always said it pays not to scrimp on the items that you use regularly...so that's my mantra  :P
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 24, 2012, 01:47:06 am
Quote from: jeninwa on May 24, 2012, 12:11:14 am
Gert and Wonder, and anyone else with a kindle, do you have a special cover for the kindle for reading in the bath or pool? Cause with my luck I would end up drowning mine.

I  never read with mine in water, but I suppose if you put it in a ziploc bag, its going to offer protection from splashes. A dunking may be another matter tho  ??? I just love being able to read in bed and have the little light on, and having the page open up to where I was at when I last left off.

I crumbled yesterday and bought "Homemade" cookbook by Anna Gare.
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Post by: dede on May 24, 2012, 02:39:37 am
Brought myself a hand help mixer (don't think I need a big one)
A knife sharpener (sick of needing my knifes sharpened when DH is not around)
2 buckets (DH keeps taking mine)
And 2 pair of explorer socks for woman (as Tassie weather is freezing at the moment)

Oh and plus $400 worth of groceries ;)
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Post by: obbie on May 24, 2012, 02:42:58 am
CP, I love Anna Gare...

Quickies in my kitchen series.
and The Best Of,....

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Post by: Wonder on May 24, 2012, 02:45:35 am
jeninwa, I use a small zip lock bag when I'm reading around water. It's never taken a dunking but if you were worried about that I would probably cover in a layer of cling film and then into the zip lock bag and make sure it's closed properly and you should be right.
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Post by: jeninwa on May 24, 2012, 03:07:41 am
Thanks wonder would never have thought of a zip lock bag.

My big purchase was a new iron for DH :) :)

He burnt a hole in his shirt :(

I don't use them cause my mother told me never to touch a hot iron. :)
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 03:55:18 am
My surprise purchase today was some very expensive darjelling tea from T2, they sucked me in, this tea is only picked on day 1 & 2 of the harvest, warning bells should have sounded, but happily sipped on it, fhen was given the normal darjeeling, mmm, so I said yes will take some. At the till I was told it was $55!!!!! :o :o :o :o :-\

 Paid cash so dh wont know. Its called Darjeeling First Flush, 50 grams.

H ???
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 04:03:08 am
Quote from: jeninwa on May 24, 2012, 12:11:14 am
Gert and Wonder, and anyone else with a kindle, do you have a special cover for the kindle for reading in the bath or pool? Cause with my luck I would end up drowning mine.

No I  don't but the are available. Just google it. I think someone in Australia sells them.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 04:05:20 am
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 03:55:18 am
My surprise purchase today was some very expensive darjelling tea from T2, they sucked me in, this tea is only picked on day 1 & 2 of the harvest, warning bells should have sounded, but happily sipped on it, fhen was given the normal darjeeling, mmm, so I said yes will take some. At the till I was told it was $55!!!!! :o :o :o :o :-\

 Paid cash so dh wont know. Its called Darjeeling First Flush, 50 grams.

H ???

First flush is right. $55 down the drain.

Aw what the hell, you will enjoy it.

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Post by: Bedlam on May 24, 2012, 04:05:26 am
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 03:55:18 am
My surprise purchase today was some very expensive darjelling tea from T2, they sucked me in, this tea is only picked on day 1 & 2 of the harvest, warning bells should have sounded, but happily sipped on it, fhen was given the normal darjeeling, mmm, so I said yes will take some. At the till I was told it was $55!!!!! :o :o :o :o :-\

 Paid cash so dh wont know. Its called Darjeeling First Flush, 50 grams.

H ???
Whoa that is pricey.  I am glad I don't live too close to T2 always spend more that I expect in there. I like the French Earl grey, nothing like the other, only avail in T2 so a shame when you are addicted
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 04:43:43 am
I have never heard of T2. is it a chain.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on May 24, 2012, 06:08:48 am
Yes it is Gert. I enjoy some of the teas but not others and as Hally found out some are VERY expensive.
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 06:41:20 am
I dont knw where else they are, but I am sure they woukd be in Sydney & Melb.
I have a pot of morning red brewing, much cheaper but not cheap.

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2012, 06:47:30 am
Hally, you had better enjoy those cups of tea sooooo much  ;D
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 06:54:43 am
Am enjoying the morning red.

Do you  T2 in south aus?

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2012, 07:09:55 am
I had never heard of them Hally but I googled and there is one store just out of the city.  I'm not a prolific tea drinker, coffee is my first choice but occasionally I might have a tea at night or anywhere where I think the coffee looks too strong eg on airlines or anywhere they serve drip coffee with no other choice. 
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Post by: maddy on May 24, 2012, 07:19:29 am
T2 can be bought online also.....I only had tea whilst pregnant, can't stand it normally.....so if I had a sudden hankering for tea...I would positively faint!  :o


I picked up WW food for friends and

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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2012, 07:39:40 am
I don't use them cause my mother told me never to touch a hot iron. :)


That's very sensible Jen. You should always listen to your mother.
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Post by: jakodai on May 24, 2012, 07:43:25 am
I ended up buying the Arcosteel pasta maker (surprise surprise!), it's smaller than I was expecting. I was expecting it to be longer, but once I looked at it it made sense. It was only $22.50, down from $45 so a bargain in my eyes... :-) I won't get to  play with it until Sunday though. I also got a sandwich press, because I gave mine away when I moved into to my apartment as I didn't think I'd need it. That was before I discovered home-made rolls and bagels. And got my 2 year old son some Lego, he LOVES his lego.
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Post by: thermo18 on May 24, 2012, 08:27:37 am
Washing machine it stopped working this morning, this is one thing that I just can't live without bugger   >:(
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Post by: goldfish on May 24, 2012, 08:32:37 am
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 03:55:18 am
My surprise purchase today was some very expensive darjelling tea from T2,, mmm, so I said yes will take some. At the till I was told it was $55!!!!! :o :o :o :o :-\

Wow, H :D  There have been times where I've done something similar ;D  Never mind, you can kick off your shoes, put your feet up,  sip your wonderful tea and perhaps read from the EDC now selling on ebay for . . .wait for it . . . $162.50!!!!! :o :o . . . with a couple of hours to go . . ??? ??? . .

 

H ???
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 24, 2012, 08:50:50 am
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 03:55:18 am
My surprise purchase today was some very expensive darjelling tea from T2, they sucked me in, this tea is only picked on day 1 & 2 of the harvest, warning bells should have sounded, but happily sipped on it, fhen was given the normal darjeeling, mmm, so I said yes will take some. At the till I was told it was $55!!!!! :o :o :o :o :-\

 Paid cash so dh wont know. Its called Darjeeling First Flush, 50 grams.

H ???

Hmn, I can see you will have to use your best tea cups and go and sit in the formal lounge room whilst you sip this Mrs Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced Bouquet) ;D

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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 09:14:18 am
Yes I have stored it in the fine bone china cabinet so I only use the best china for this very expensive tea. Its more expensive than a bottle of Pol Roger ???

$162++, cant you just buy another from HO.
H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 09:20:31 am
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 09:14:18 am
Yes I have stored it in the fine bone china cabinet so I only use the best china for this very expensive tea. Its more expensive than a bottle of Pol Roger ???

$162++, cant you just buy another from HO.
H :)

Just bring it along to the retreat so we  can all enjoy it ;D

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2012, 09:41:40 am
Another good idea Gert.
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 09:46:47 am
You never know, instead of putting a little something in the gift bag, I might make everyone a cup of reallyreally good tea ;D

H :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2012, 09:50:57 am
Excellent Hally  :D :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 09:59:42 am
Don't forget the good china cups.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 10:44:49 am
So not packing them

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 10:49:56 am
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2012, 10:54:49 am
Bring your own if you're that upset Gretchen  :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2012, 10:54:55 am
Don't blame you
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 11:09:07 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-08b1-7cd3.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 01:56:23 pm
Gert, get some at op shop :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 24, 2012, 02:00:13 pm
Quote from: Halex on May 24, 2012, 06:54:43 am
Am enjoying the morning red.

sounds like a noice early morning tipple?



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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 10:06:40 pm
Some ppl can be so mean. Ok I don't mind drinking out of an old chipped mug. Just being the tea  H. :D

Gert
 
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 11:03:29 pm
Yes the morning red is a lovely cuppa.

I might buy some afternoon style tea, but will ask the price before I go to the till.

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2012, 11:39:58 pm
I have my cup now H and it is a big one.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-b87e-762c.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on May 24, 2012, 11:48:48 pm
Love it Gert, be happy to fill it for you :)

Just enjoying a large morning red atm :)

Having a dinner dilema, dont know what to have, over italian, casseroles, chicken.

H :)

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Post by: fundj&e on May 24, 2012, 11:59:12 pm
Tacos H  ;D
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Post by: Halex on May 25, 2012, 12:05:27 am
Yes might do them Uni. I have the mince done in the freezer, only need to make Taco sauce. Have all the salad chopped from last night. Easy, yes thanks Uni :)

Will buy some shells

H :)

Ps this morning red is good :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 25, 2012, 12:33:26 am
Went to Tamworth yesterday for the Biggest Morning Tea. Did some shopping whilst down there.
School jacket for DS and scarf for me (Target had 30% off)
Newcastle Knights beanie for (DS) Best & Less 30% off)
Some socks for DH
2 pairs of work pants (reduced from $60 to $20 at Rockmans) and a shirt (reduced too)
A lovely candle holder at Dusk (reduced)
http://www.dusk.com.au/store/product_info.php?cPath=22_33_49&products_id=6339 (http://www.dusk.com.au/store/product_info.php?cPath=22_33_49&products_id=6339)
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2012, 04:29:56 am
Umbrellas for the kids... Its raining here. ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 06:41:41 am
New ginger $2.50 for the bunch

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-1b90-7cd5.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2012, 06:49:31 am
Gretchen, looks great. Are you going to plant some.
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Post by: Wonder on May 25, 2012, 07:03:42 am
that looks great gretchen, i've never seen it like that before.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 07:03:45 am
Quote from: obbie on May 25, 2012, 06:49:31 am
Gretchen, looks great. Are you going to plant some.

I did . I broke off  the long bit with the bud and stuck it in the garden. Mind you I have plenty of ginger plants but I don't know if you can  eat the roots but this one I know I can it it takes off and it probably  will.

It is sooooo yummy. Hot and sweet at the same time. I really want to preserve it. Any ideas? It does not need peeling at  all.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 07:07:02 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 25, 2012, 07:03:42 am
that looks great gretchen, i've never seen it like that before.

New season and fresh from the  Hmung  people  on the tablelands above Cairns.

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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 07:11:19 am
I just stuck it in the ground here. Can anyone tell me the name of the white flower. It was a gift yesterday.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-2281-1db6.jpg)

I stuck it next to the pigs ear so I would remember this one is editable.

G
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Post by: Halex on May 25, 2012, 07:17:05 am
Love the ginger & so cheap.

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 07:18:43 am
Here is a better pic.(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-243c-5772.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on May 25, 2012, 07:21:32 am
Its fantastic Gert

H :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:00:18 am
is it a Day Lily?
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2012, 08:09:41 am
My spatula and brush set arrived today from Helene. After the pate knife debacle (refer to oops photos) I will be able to put it to good use.
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Post by: dede on May 25, 2012, 08:10:37 am
No more problems now Michele ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 08:25:39 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:00:18 am
is it a Day Lily?

No I don't think so. I see them being sold on the highway and I think it begins with a C but not sure. Comes in Reds too.i do think it is a member of the lily family but has no smell.

They gave me an orchid too. Wanna see it?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 08:26:00 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 25, 2012, 08:09:41 am
My spatula and brush set arrived today from Helene. After the pate knife debacle (refer to oops photos) I will be able to put it to good use.

That was mighty quick.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:27:31 am
Clivia?
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 08:30:22 am
There are plenty of ideas if you google that question about preserving ginger Gretchen.  With nice thin skinned ginger like that, I just freeze it and grate it frozen into whatever I am cooking - so easy with a microplane zester.  There is one recipe for preserved ginger  (http://ww.ninemsn.com.au/food/cookbooks/789358/preserved-ginger-in-syrup) in syrup - don't know what you would use that for, desserts, cakes probably.

I thought day lily too like CP so if the flower only lasts a day, you will know we are right ;D ;D  Is there a white clivia CP, I've only seen yellow and orange here.

The price of your ginger is soooo cheap Gretchen, wish I could get it for that price so that I could make the ginger drink from EDC more often.  Ginger here is around $12 - $15 kg and never looks as nice as yours.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 08:36:15 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:27:31 am
Clivia?

Yup I  that is right. I'll look it up. Thanks.

Gretchen
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 08:40:27 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 08:30:22 am
There are plenty of ideas if you google that question about preserving ginger Gretchen.  With nice thin skinned ginger like that, I just freeze it and grate it frozen into whatever I am cooking - so easy with a microplane zester.  There is one recipe for preserved ginger  (http://ww.ninemsn.com.au/food/cookbooks/789358/preserved-ginger-in-syrup) in syrup - don't know what you would use that for, desserts, cakes probably.

I thought day lily too like CP so if the flower only lasts a day, you will know we are right ;D ;D  Is there a white clivia CP, I've only seen yellow and orange here.

The price of your ginger is soooo cheap Gretchen, wish I could get it for that price so that I could make the ginger drink from EDC more often.  Ginger here is around $12 - $15 kg and never looks as nice as yours.

I was gunna  google when I have a minute because my DH  just loves sticking his fingers in the jar and pulling outta hunk. I'll look up,that recipe JD and thanks for that.  Isn't there an acronym for people too lazy to google the answer to a question?

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 08:46:28 am
Mmm, yes there is Gretchen - for your eyes only JFGI  ;)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:50:17 am
 :o is that F a swear word?
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 08:52:53 am
Yes unfortunately but Gretchen asked for it  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2012, 08:59:40 am
Thats cos she knew we'd all Google it! My kids would be shocked if they knew I was picking up this sort of information from the forum ha ha

(oh, I'm meant to be packing my bags and in the car for a girls weekend why am I still here. have a good one everyone!)
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Post by: dede on May 25, 2012, 09:00:51 am
Enjoy yourself CP :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 09:02:38 am
A practice for the big one in August CP?  Have fun.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 09:51:04 am
Second gift given to me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-47f2-8497.jpg)
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Post by: snappy on May 25, 2012, 11:55:03 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 07:03:45 am

I really want to preserve it. Any ideas? It does not need peeling at  all.

Gert

There is a pickled ginger recipe in the WW preserves book - says to serve it with sushi, seafood or Asian salads.
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Post by: Merrilyn on May 25, 2012, 12:10:40 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 25, 2012, 09:51:04 am
Second gift given to me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-47f2-8497.jpg)

Ohhh that's gorgeous.  Can you do a close up of the bloom please Gert?
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2012, 12:46:11 pm
A purple orchid, how lovely is that.  You certainly live in an area where all these lovely tropical plants grow like crazy Gert.  Hey, how come all these presents are being given to you, I know it's not your birthday.
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Post by: nazar on May 25, 2012, 02:27:00 pm
 thats a real good price for ginger . l pay $25 kg and it dry and wrinkle not very nice looking at all
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2012, 08:05:30 pm
That's gorgeous Gert.
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2012, 11:27:38 pm
Gert, looks like a day lily, My Mum has heaps.
I love the purple orchid too.

Have a good weekend CP.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 26, 2012, 12:23:44 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de2670-142d-a454.jpg)

Friends are moving back to Sydney. They wanted to give me a reminder so they brought these from their garden. Noice.

I have tried to upload the close up,of the orchid for you Merrilyn but it does not seem to be working. I,ll try later.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 26, 2012, 01:16:08 am
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Post by: cookie1 on May 26, 2012, 05:47:29 am
That is beautiful.
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Post by: Yvette on May 26, 2012, 07:37:34 am
Gretchen that is beautiful :)
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Post by: Yvette on May 26, 2012, 07:40:18 am
I bought a Sunbeam SecretChef Sear and Slow Cooker it is fantastic, you brown the meat or chicken in the slow cooker no need for extra frypans etc. It is recommended retail at $200 I got it for $140 very happy with it. It also has a timer which counts down the time and then automatically switches to keep warm when finished.
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Post by: obbie on May 26, 2012, 07:45:58 am
Yvette you win, what a bargain. Have fun with it.
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Post by: Yvette on May 26, 2012, 07:47:23 am
Thanks Robyn I will and thanks for voting for Jed :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 26, 2012, 08:11:33 am
Quote from: Yvette on May 26, 2012, 07:37:34 am
Gretchen that is beautiful :)

That was strange. I deleted it from Tapatalk as it seemed not to upload but sometime during the day it did it all by itself. We are in Port Douglas and the 3 G is pretty crap in this hotel. Wouldn't be surprised it they blocked it so you had the privilege of paying $29.00 a day for wifi.

Sitting by the pool have a glass of Croser. Hard life.

You having fun with LEMONS Robyn?

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 26, 2012, 08:31:36 am
That sounds like a nice drop from Adelaide Gretchen?  Your pictures are beautiful, what a gorgeous colour. Enjoy your weekend away.
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Post by: Merrilyn on May 26, 2012, 09:37:38 am
That's really beautiful Gert.  I don't think I've ever seen one with such an intense colour.

Enjoy your weekend.  It sounds lovely.
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Post by: obbie on May 26, 2012, 10:22:22 am
Yes Gert, tomorrow I have 7 large boxes of lemons.... to do something with.
We emptied and cleaned out 2 freezers today, so I can juice away, and bake as much as I can.

Do you want some, you can always come home the rex range, pop in for a drink or 2, grab some lemons....
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Post by: maddy on May 26, 2012, 01:19:57 pm
Zebra mink blanket for DD

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/product1_22554_600x600.jpg)

And new flannelette sheet sets for both kids.
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Post by: mcmich on May 26, 2012, 10:52:19 pm
Gorgeous blanket.

Have fun in the sun Gert. It's very cold here.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 27, 2012, 12:26:31 am
The 3G is crap here.

Sorry Robyn have to get back on Monday morning early for the dogs . Bugger.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 27, 2012, 12:42:05 am
I love the blanket Maddy.

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Post by: JulieO on May 27, 2012, 03:42:13 am
Found quinces in a lovely looking fruit & veg store in Jetty Rd Glenelg this morning so will finally be able to make some paste. It's a thrill finding something you can't normally buy at home.  :)

Also got walnut oil yesterday.
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2012, 03:43:38 am
Gert come for a drive to yungaburra
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Post by: cookie1 on May 27, 2012, 09:36:38 am
JulieO make Chookie's fruit loaf with walnut oil, it is so lovely.

At last I have got to post the photos of the coffee mugs that look like paper cups that we bought in Melbourne. I love them and of course had to bring them up here.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/birdsam/Thermomix%20recipes/P1020475.jpg)

I took this in the caravan.
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Post by: JulieO on May 27, 2012, 10:24:24 am
Love those cups Cookie, really novel.  Yes I bought the walnut oil specifically to make Chookie's fruit loaf.  I haven't seen anything else to use it in yet, but now that I've got some i'm sure I'll find other recipes.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on May 27, 2012, 11:04:40 am
I bet people do a double take when you put one in front of them Cookie :D
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Post by: Yvette on May 27, 2012, 11:21:05 am
Cool mugs Cookie
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2012, 12:08:30 pm
Love the mugs.
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Post by: jakodai on May 27, 2012, 01:40:58 pm
I went to a couple of farmers markets today, I have a lot of trouble getting fresh fruit & veg and thought this would be a great option. I was right, I got some beautiful produce, bu also spent a small fortune on other goodies like some nice olive oil for bread (I've just discovered bread dipped in olive oil & balsamic vinegar), some home made gnocchi and some fresh baked pastries - I really am a sucker for pastries. Such beautiful food at those markets, I will definitely be going back next month. Some of the things I bought were more expensive than I could have gotten them elsewhere, but knowing they were locally sourced / produced makes me feel better about where my money's going, and then of course there's the preservatives. Well, lack thereof... Lol
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Post by: maddy on May 27, 2012, 02:10:32 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1a8219ff.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/dc053c8c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3b5d3a33.jpg)
Loved this little jiggy.  Extract perfume from your large bottles into the capsule, its small enough for your bag.
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Post by: thermo18 on May 27, 2012, 11:31:54 pm
Maddy LOVE the shoes  :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2012, 11:49:14 pm
Great shoes Maddy.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 28, 2012, 12:21:39 am
Love the perfume stick Maddy. What a great little device.

The shoes look great, but I would never be able to wear them. I would break my neck  :D and they would look no good on my Chunky Tree Stump legs.
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Post by: djinni373 on May 28, 2012, 12:28:09 am
Love those coffee mugs cookie  8) 8) 8) and love that mini perfume spray Maddy :) :) :). May I ask where you found it?? Last time I checked at local Perfume connection they still didn't have any mini sprays.

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Post by: judydawn on May 28, 2012, 12:57:13 am
Maddy you are one trendy Mumma - are those shoes easier to walk in than they look  ;D
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Post by: obbie on May 28, 2012, 01:12:02 am
Maddy Love the perfume stick... and shoes
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Post by: maddy on May 28, 2012, 01:14:24 am
Quote from: djinni373 on May 28, 2012, 12:28:09 am
Love that mini perfume spray Maddy :) :) :). May I ask where you found it?? Last time I checked at local Perfume connection they still didn't have any mini sprays.

actually it was from perfume connection down here, but the shop was closing down that day.
Here are some online
http://www.latestbuy.com.au/travalo-refillable-atomiser.html
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRAVALO-Refillable-PERFUME-ATOMISER-Jet-Black-/140531746853#ht_2725wt_936
http://stores.ebay.com.au/perfumesoz/Travalo-Perfume-Atomiser-/_i.html?_fsub=2038438011
http://www.myshopping.com.au/ZM--1217391808_Travalo_Refillable_Fragrance_Atomizer_Pink

Quote from: judydawn on May 28, 2012, 12:57:13 am
Maddy you are one trendy Mumma - are those shoes easier to walk in than they look  ;D

LOL....they are slightly less taller, and the ankle straps are slightly thicker, but same style.
Suprisingly easy to walk in, wouldn't walk KM'S in them, but comfy enough for a night out.  I just can't wear stilletos, so am wearing these for a do this weekend.


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Post by: maddy on May 28, 2012, 01:40:15 am
Quote from: fundj on May 22, 2012, 03:26:05 am
churros press

Fundj, How are you finding the press? ....easier than a piping bag?
I tried my first churros yesterday, dusted in icing sugar, with a tiramisu dipping sauce.....Y.U.M.!......those things could be addictive  :-*
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Post by: fundj&e on May 28, 2012, 01:47:29 am
i haven't use it maddy, need to wait for when i have a full house  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 28, 2012, 04:23:58 am
Maddy I am v ery jealous of your beautiful shoes. There is no way I could wear heels like that now, I'd break my neck. They are truly 'sexy.'
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Post by: keiramax on May 28, 2012, 06:37:43 am
Nothing too exciting, kitchen tongs all mine have fallen apart in the last couple of weeks.

Great shoes Maddy
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 28, 2012, 06:55:10 am
Today I felt like buying a new cookbook. Only the newsagent in town, so grabbed WW cakebaking.
Lots of new recipes to try and convert.
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Post by: mcmich on May 28, 2012, 10:49:17 am
Placed a tupperware order. The jello ring (had to do it), sweet keeper, savoury keeper and some modular mates.
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Post by: Halex on May 28, 2012, 11:27:13 am
Oh goody Michele,  another player with the jel ring :D

H :)
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Post by: snappy on May 30, 2012, 11:04:33 am
Ohh, this thread was on page 2 on tapatalk - i hardly ever see it that low.

A quick shop today sans kids and checked out some pressure cookers.  I think i would like one but we only have a small terrace and really dont have room for more kitchen appliances.  I love my slow cooker though so i ended up buying sally wise's slow cooker cookbook.  Ive got a few of her cookbooks and i love e recipes - just wish there were some photos
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 30, 2012, 11:31:50 am
This is the new cookbook I bought Monday. So many lovely new recipes to try.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-f711-a5d5.jpg)
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Post by: Nikkit on May 30, 2012, 11:37:13 pm
I'm off to buy a new dishwasher today. Mine died a slow noisy painful death yesterday  :'( and I had to do a sink full AND a dishwasher full of not washed dishes. Hubby had declared that "I will not do dishes" ... but not quite so politely! The kids have done what kids do best - whinge, and I've decided that life is too short, so I'm buying a new one!
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Post by: fundj&e on May 30, 2012, 11:48:21 pm
do you know which one you are buying Nikkit?
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Post by: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 12:14:37 am
I was eyeing that one off, too Dizzy Girl, but I decided to wait. I have bought the pressure cooker, preserves, kids cakes (the vintage reprint), the new kids cakes and a few magazines in the last couple of weeks so I figured that will do for now... Let me know what you think?
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Post by: achookwoman on May 31, 2012, 12:19:11 am
Warning, I. Bought one of those small perfume sprays in London last year and the perfume shop,  Penhalions, filled it with their very expensive perfume .  No charge!!! After a few weeks it had evaporated.  I would like to know if anyone else has this experience as I am loath to fill it again.  I think they are a great idea and also bought 2 as gifts.  
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Post by: dede on May 31, 2012, 12:53:27 am
Quote from: Nikkit on May 30, 2012, 11:37:13 pm
I'm off to buy a new dishwasher today. Mine died a slow noisy painful death yesterday  :'( and I had to do a sink full AND a dishwasher full of not washed dishes. Hubby had declared that "I will not do dishes" ... but not quite so politely! The kids have done what kids do best - whinge, and I've decided that life is too short, so I'm buying a new one!

lol, I know where your coming from Nikkit. Been there done that (6 weeks of it to be exact :( )
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Post by: obbie on May 31, 2012, 01:11:44 am
Husband bought 2 new chest of draws and mirror for DD. Beautiful timber.
So redoing her bedroom on Saturday. :)
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Post by: deedub on May 31, 2012, 01:55:48 am
Not exactly 'shopping' but the electrician is currently installing my new split system air conditioning system..... finally, a warm house - and just in time for winter!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 31, 2012, 02:17:19 am
Wonder I have Sally Wise's first slow cooker book and plan to buy the second too. I love them. As you said though, no photos.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2012, 06:11:39 am
This is a real,bargain. I love Paklite. One I have had for 30 years and is in perfect condition.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=191

Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 31, 2012, 06:20:34 am
Everyone can rush out and buy this bargain, so you have matching luggage for your weekend away....
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2012, 06:30:19 am
Obbie I have just bought the small one as it is such a BARGAIN. I recently bought a similiar one for DH but I really wanted a Paklite as I know how hard wearing the are. $49 I am a happy happy girl.

Also had another win today. I found in the Lifeline Shop a pair of pants EXACTLY the same as a pair I recently paid $79 for in Myer and they are Brand New, different colour and only $5. Two wins in one day.

Yahoo. Also bought some other stuff at Lifeline. My second favourite shop to my Wonderful Salvation Army Shop.

I love Bargains!

Gert
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Post by: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 06:38:13 am
I bought a thermomix today! Yay!
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Post by: dede on May 31, 2012, 06:39:41 am
Quote from: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 06:38:13 am
I bought a thermomix today! Yay!

Your the winner jakodai :)
I can highly recommend them, not sure about anyone else? :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 31, 2012, 06:49:33 am
I just had to buy those suitcases too Gretch. Hopefully I will get to use them soon, but if not I'm sure my jetsetting kids will  :D Thanks for bringing to my attention.
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Post by: obbie on May 31, 2012, 06:52:14 am
Life line shops have some great bargains.

DH has just taken the kids to buy chocolate. ;D
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Post by: maddy on May 31, 2012, 07:03:29 am
Quote from: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 06:38:13 am
I bought a thermomix today! Yay!

Double YAYS!......excited for you Jakodai  8)
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Post by: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 07:06:06 am
I am so excited, now I have to wait until the 16th of June for my demonstration! And I get the discounted bowl & blade set.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 31, 2012, 07:51:52 am
You win Jakodai! Best purchase ever I reckon.  ;) (akin to a dishwasher!  ;D)

Got the dishwasher, hubby must be determined not to do dishes, or listen to the kids and me moan as he rang me thismorning at 8.30am and said "pick a dishwasher out, find out where it is and I'll bring one home". He was coming down the drive by 12.15!

So I have a new Dishlex fitted.  :D  :D

Dede - You are amazing! I could not, will not, would go without something else so I could have a dishwasher!
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Post by: dede on May 31, 2012, 08:14:04 am
Quote from: Nikkit on May 31, 2012, 07:51:52 am
You win Jakodai! Best purchase ever I reckon.  ;) (akin to a dishwasher!  ;D)

Got the dishwasher, hubby must be determined not to do dishes, or listen to the kids and me moan as he rang me thismorning at 8.30am and said "pick a dishwasher out, find out where it is and I'll bring one home". He was coming down the drive by 12.15!

So I have a new Dishlex fitted.  :D  :D

Dede - You are amazing! I could not, will not, would go without something else so I could have a dishwasher!

Yes it's not fun, and to make it worse I was on crutches for most of the time I was without mine.
The good thing though was that my cupboard and draw was always full of clean dishes and cutlery as I couldn't stand having it sitting on the sink for too long. I washed up 3 or more times a day though :(
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Post by: RosieB on May 31, 2012, 08:24:46 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 31, 2012, 06:30:19 am
Obbie I have just bought the small one as it is such a BARGAIN. I recently bought a similiar one for DH but I really wanted a Paklite as I know how hard wearing the are. $49 I am a happy happy girl.

Also had another win today. I found in the Lifeline Shop a pair of pants EXACTLY the same as a pair I recently paid $79 for in Myer and they are Brand New, different colour and only $5. Two wins in one day.

Yahoo. Also bought some other stuff at Lifeline. My second favourite shop to my Wonderful Salvation Army Shop.
I love Bargains!
Gert
The best thing about this area is the Op Shops.  There are heaps of them and really good stuff.
Last week I got a pair of brand new Just Jeans, Fit perfectly for 50c.
I get all the clothes for DGS there as he is pretty rough on his stuff and no way we can afford new.
My best find was a painting I bought for $10.00 that we have had verified as a genuine original and valued at $14,000.00.
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Post by: jakodai on May 31, 2012, 08:35:01 am
That's pretty impressive RosieB!!
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Post by: dede on May 31, 2012, 08:37:29 am
Wow Rosie what a great find :)
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Post by: keiramax on May 31, 2012, 08:41:52 am
What a find RosieB  I love watching antique road show for similar stories
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Post by: DizzyGirl on May 31, 2012, 08:53:32 am
Jakodai the cookbook is lovely. So many lovely cakes to try.
Congrats on getting your thermomix.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-2378-4c30.jpg)
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Post by: RosieB on May 31, 2012, 08:58:50 am
LOL.  My DH watched me struggle   :P with the painting down to where he was waiting in the car.  
He was dubious but when I got the certification he was very happy.
And then he found another smaller painting by the same artist a few weeks later.
We haven't had that one valued yet.
Put them away as our retirement fund.
We bought most of our furniture when we moved from op shops.  A gorgeous antique Welsh Dresser for $100.00.
better than the new compressed sawdust ones.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2012, 09:02:28 am
Sounds like we all had a great time shopping todayq what with clothes and dishwashers and THERMOMIX. Yeah.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 31, 2012, 09:12:13 am
Great buying girls.  Gretchen it looks like the plastic bag wasn't going to be big enough for all the things you will need for the retreat ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2012, 09:21:11 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 31, 2012, 09:12:13 am
Great buying girls.  Gretchen it looks like the plastic bag wasn't going to be big enough for all the things you will need for the retreat ;)

Didn't need it but a good size for travelling light and yes I will be taking that instead of a plastic  bag as it has already been dispatched. I so love Peters

Gert
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Post by: dede on May 31, 2012, 10:18:15 am
I have the 'In The Mix' cook book delivered to my door today :)
And I didn't pay for it. :)
But I have to return it when I'm finished reading it (might take me a while :D )
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Post by: Rara1 on May 31, 2012, 02:23:52 pm
I didnt buy but received gifts from my mum who was on holidays in Italy for the past 3 weeks with her mum and family.

(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm57/rara6014/photo-95.jpg)

(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm57/rara6014/photo-96.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on May 31, 2012, 09:05:31 pm
rara really nice gift, and how handy will that croissant cutter be love it and the TM bread book looks good , i hope you share some of the recipes with us  ;D
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Post by: Rara1 on June 01, 2012, 02:00:33 am
Definitely sharing the recipes as soon as my mum translates them....I can speak Italian well but have trouble reading it :-))

The recipes for the Crossaints look delicious!
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Post by: mcmich on June 01, 2012, 06:22:24 am
Great buying - I love luggage.
I've been in a bit of shopping slump lately. The weekend might perk my shopping spirits up.
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Post by: obbie on June 01, 2012, 06:23:16 am
I got my pink jelly mold today, like Hallys...... ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on June 01, 2012, 06:24:59 am
Tomorrow I am off to Robins Kitchen. So far on my list I have:
New tongs (ones that close properly and actually pick things up)
Set of ramekins
Digital scales



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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2012, 06:26:48 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on June 01, 2012, 06:24:59 am
Tomorrow I am off to Robins Kitchen. So far on my list I have:
New tongs (ones that close properly and actually pick things up)
Set of ramekins
Digital scales


If you livenear Harvey Norman they have a very large selecton of Kitchen Scales. all prices and all prices negotiable.
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Post by: obbie on June 01, 2012, 06:36:23 am
wish I owned Robins kitchen.

Robyn

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Post by: DizzyGirl on June 01, 2012, 06:52:31 am
I thought you did Robyn and just changed the Y to an I to disguise that fact. LOL

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Post by: obbie on June 01, 2012, 07:53:11 am
OOH, I would love to own that, but I don't ;D

My business has nothing to do with kitchens
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Post by: Bedlam on June 01, 2012, 12:57:37 pm
Jakadai, well done. You will be busy this weekend.
Rosieb what a terrific find. I guess its having the knowlege. I too watch antique roadshow, hoping it gives me insight to finding my own bargain.
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Post by: jakodai on June 01, 2012, 01:22:39 pm
I wish Bedlam, but I only ordered it yesterday. Delivery isn't until the 16th of June... :-(
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Post by: Bedlam on June 01, 2012, 01:32:30 pm
Plenty of time to troll this forum and collect recipes, oh and rest up...cause you wont stop when it arrives. Good idea to get the second bowl, i paid full price for mine i couldnt wait for an offer.
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Post by: jakodai on June 01, 2012, 01:37:54 pm
I've been trolling for months! Lol. I've decided to try and get on top of the house work and by ahead on my uni work. I know both of those will suffer... I'd always wanted to get the second bowl - this was just too good to pass up.
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Post by: Halex on June 01, 2012, 09:44:38 pm
Great Obbie, looking forward to your creations in the pink mould ;D

H :)
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Post by: obbie on June 02, 2012, 12:19:26 am
Hally this afternoon, I will start.
Cleaning the kids room now. ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 02, 2012, 03:32:02 am
Who was looking for scales? Novel idea.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=193

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 02, 2012, 05:09:02 am
I like them Gretchen, bargain.  Will keep them in mind if my old Arlec gives up the ghost.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 02, 2012, 05:24:28 am
Thanks to Gert, I have just ordered new luggage from Peters of Kensington . I am definitely not going back to their website to look at the scales. It would be dangerous to my wallet!
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Post by: judydawn on June 02, 2012, 05:32:45 am
Go back ES, they are really reduced ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on June 02, 2012, 06:13:36 am
Wish I saw those scales earlier. I got some from Robins Kitchens today.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-a060-f8a2.jpg)
I got new tongs and some ramekins too.

Also found this great little cookbook 1/2 price.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-a0b0-ea9c.jpg)
The Agricultural Society of NSW asked every country show society to submit its best award winning recipes. Of more than 400 submissions, the top 190 made it into this classic collection of home-made favourites.

Incidental images from your favourite country shows depict the atmosphere, fun and rich community spirit in rural Australia.

A percentage of proceeds from the sale of this book will go to individual show societies and to assist country areas.
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Post by: dede on June 02, 2012, 06:55:16 am
DG that would be a good book to have. I bet there are some great recipes in there for you to convert for all of us ;)
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Post by: mcmich on June 02, 2012, 07:16:19 am
DG, does the book have a photo of every recipe?
I think I was going to buy this but didn't because of the photos. I love photos.
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Post by: obbie on June 03, 2012, 08:54:14 am
I will need this thread in a minute...... ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 03, 2012, 08:59:58 am
Just spent $20 plus $18 postage on ebay. $38 total
50 pieces of brand new surf clothing for my daughter.  assorted sizes.
Very happy.

Robyn :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 03, 2012, 09:21:05 am
Bargain Robyn.

Just revamped my wardrobe. I will never be a size 12/14/ possibly 16 again. My rule is,that  when I buy something new I have to throw two items to the Sallies. Did better than that today and now my wardrobe is neat  and tidy with only the things I can actually get into and will wear.

Winner!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 03, 2012, 09:37:55 am
I have the same policy Gert. Buy something new (clothes, kitchen, books) something goes to a charity shop, given away or on ebay or gumtree.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 03, 2012, 09:03:27 pm
Bought a double pack of books from our local Post Office this week - one is on Jams and Chutneys and the other is on Preserving (put out by the UK's Soil Association).  I bought them mainly to get the Preserving book, which is very good.  Gives details on just about every method of preserving - smoking, salting, drying, bottling, jams - even frozen jams! 
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Post by: DizzyGirl on June 03, 2012, 09:15:49 pm
Michele, sorry for the late reply.
No there isn't a photo with each recipe. It does have a few photos with recipes and some photos taken at country shows.
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Post by: obbie on June 03, 2012, 09:39:50 pm
I give clothing away too salvos, or life line here.

Kids clothing all get passed on to friends, as most are pumpkin patch, which don't wear out.
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Post by: droverjess on June 03, 2012, 10:52:56 pm
Did my summer biannual clothes shopping on holiday.
New sun hat as very hot and forgot mine. Now cold and wet again!
3 blouses:  2 short sleeved, 1 long sleeved.
2 prs cropped trousers from White Stuff

Absolute bargain: 4 long sleeved cotton style rugby shirts @£5 each!! Great for outdoor use. Plus 3 more as presents.
1 long sleeved top again @£5, great for outdoors too.

New cookie jar ( union jack)  2 new screw top glass jars, 3 packs of cake tin deep liners, 7", 8", and 2lb loaf tin sizes.

Today bought bedding plants for garden pots, petunias in red (pink), white and blue (purple) and a Union Jack now hanging on the front of the house.
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Post by: JulieO on June 04, 2012, 04:52:22 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on June 02, 2012, 06:13:36 am

Also found this great little cookbook 1/2 price.

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The Agricultural Society of NSW asked every country show society to submit its best award winning recipes. Of more than 400 submissions, the top 190 made it into this classic collection of home-made favourites.

Incidental images from your favourite country shows depict the atmosphere, fun and rich community spirit in rural Australia.

A percentage of proceeds from the sale of this book will go to individual show societies and to assist country areas.

I have this book and it has the nicest carrot cake in there, wouldn't make any other now.  :)

Forgot what I came on here to say.  This morning I bought 2 tickets to Crows vs Richmond game in 3 weeks.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on June 04, 2012, 05:08:01 am
Oh JulieO I have yet to try anything in it yet. My plan is to do that this long weekend.

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Post by: judydawn on June 04, 2012, 05:43:24 am
I bet there are some lovely recipes in that book Julie - our country cooks are just the best aren't they? Oh, I forgot, I am speaking to one  ;)  Good to see you are coming down to see the Crows play occasionally - they're playing well at the moment.
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Post by: JulieO on June 04, 2012, 06:10:08 am
 :D Thanks Judy. Must admit I've only made the carrot cake from it up to now, you know how it is, so many recipes that I get pulled from pillow to post!  ;D

This will be our 3rd game so far this season.  Went to the Nab Grand Final (won - Yay!), then against Collingwood a week ago (lost - Boo!) and now booked for the Richmond game.  Being a member I get to buy the tickets a day earlier than the gen public so always try and get the Northern Grandstand; great view and out of the rain. Staying at the Lakes Resort just across the way makes it a very pleasant experience and one we really look forward to. (can you tell I'm excited? - love my footy!)  ;D

Things seem to be on the up for the Power now too Judy after such a bad start, though this week against Hawthorn is going to be hard, but after this weekend's upsets, anything is possible.   ;D

Dizzy, I've had my book for well over a year now, probably longer and I've only made the carrot cake so far, so don't feel bad.  :D  
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Post by: judydawn on June 04, 2012, 06:11:55 am
Love the Lakes Resort Julie, you couldn't have picked a better, more convenient place to stay.
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Post by: keiramax on June 04, 2012, 06:27:04 am
Does a new haircut count as shopping?  Have gone from hair down to the bra strap to a short pixie cut.  The hairdresser nearly fell over when I asked her to cut it all off.  It was time for a change and I got sick of my little one constantly putting my hair in his mouth.

Need to find all my scarves as my neck is now cold.
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Post by: obbie on June 04, 2012, 06:37:10 am
Kerimax, I had my hair cut last week to short too.

Feels heaps better now.

Robyn
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Post by: dede on June 04, 2012, 06:54:17 am
Just brought my self a little purple ceramic heater for my framing workshop. It is absolutely freezing here at the moment and it's only the 4th day of winter.
Oh and brought a new purse and a new watch :)
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Post by: nazar on June 04, 2012, 07:47:44 am
dede do you get snow where you live
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Post by: dede on June 04, 2012, 08:33:53 am
No I hope not Nazar lol. But if feels like snow here at the moment. Must be about 4 degrees out there at the moment. :)
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Post by: nazar on June 04, 2012, 08:45:34 am
thats cold   glad l am not there
keep warm 
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Post by: dede on June 04, 2012, 08:50:54 am
Wood heater is roaring and it's lovely and cosy inside. Only problem is we are about to go out to a friends for her birthday. I really don't want to leave the warmth here :(
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Post by: cookie1 on June 04, 2012, 12:13:12 pm
Great to read that you are a footy fan JulieO.
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Post by: Nikkit on June 05, 2012, 03:18:09 am
Does a new axle and a new engine for a 4wd count as going shopping?

A huge weekend of carnage whilst hubby was "wheelin' it with the boys" ... as they do.  :-))

I think this means I'll not be posting anything in the shopping thread for the next 10 years or so.  :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: Nikkit on June 05, 2012, 03:20:23 am
Oh, even sadder - means I can't tow my shiny float anywhere either. My day is just getting worser and worser. :( (and I don't care if that's not a real word! :()
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Post by: cookie1 on June 05, 2012, 03:24:36 am
Oh you poor thing. 4x4 bits are not cheap. Tell him he's on bread and vegemite for the next 6 months.
I remember my DH telling me 'she'll be right' as he ploughed over  big pile of sand. Of course it wasn't right as he hit our letter box. (The sand was in our driveway ready to fill in the hole our pool left)
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2012, 04:36:15 am
That's too funny Cookie.
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Post by: Nikkit on June 05, 2012, 04:46:05 am
Thanks Cookie - needed a smile!  It will be expensive. Think of a double digit number and add 3 zero's to it!   :o Sigh...

But that is our 3... huge vet bills for the paddock puff horse who is retired, the dishwasher and now the 4wd.

On the upside I have a rare and endangered species here at my home right now. I am not too sure on the Latin name for him, but more commonly known as a "painter". You have no idea how good it is seeing him out there. Seeing as we run our own painting business you'd think our place would be all up to date with the painting. Not so! Bit like a mechanics wife has the crappy car! 

I have told my rare and endangered painter I pay his wages and he is not to leave the house until everything is done. (might just go padlock the front gate so he can't leave... :) ) Not too sure what his wife will say when he doesn't go home tonight!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2012, 05:17:04 am
Yup you have certainly had your three alright. We have had times like that too. Thank goodness you,got the dishwasher and the rare as hens teeth painter in the house. Lock the door his wife will understand. Probably happens all the time.

Gerr

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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2012, 05:27:55 am
I understand, its normal. the tradies wife, who has to call someone  else to come and fix things. :-))

I write a list, and my DH fixes things that weekend. :)

I got 5 out of 6 cars washed on the weekend too.
Robyn
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Post by: Nikkit on June 05, 2012, 06:01:09 am
Holy Toledo Obbie...what on earth do you pay your DH to fix things???

(oh, hang on...don't answer that question!   ;D )

When I write a list it sits on the bench getting dusty, so I end up doing it. If I can. I have been known to ring my hubby and say "darling I am in the paint shed, is this brush ok to use and do you need this paint for anything? I thought I might paint the spare room". The first time I did that I was 10 months pregnant (well I looked and felt it) and he was home in a flash! I did it recently as I needed the hay shed painted and he said "yeah go for it". So the kids and I painted it and he never said a word. I must have had "that" look on my face!

And I flatly refuse to wash that "unmentionable word" 4wd that is out the back.
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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2012, 06:29:53 am
We have 4 utes, my car, and 2 old holdens, so 7 cars.
6 are on the road registered, so to wash 5 on the weekend was great.

We write it in his diary and it gets done..... I cook all weekend.....

Robyn ;D
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Post by: deedub on June 05, 2012, 06:31:11 am
Quote from: JulieO link=topic=6682.
This morning I bought 2 tickets to Crows vs Richmond game in 3 weeks.
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Haven't bought anything, just wanted to say Go Crows!
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Post by: maddy on June 05, 2012, 06:38:30 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a0067fc9.jpg)

....the oliebollen had me completely intrigued....it will have to be pretty amazing to live up to my Dads  though   :P  the index looks promising.
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Post by: JulieO on June 06, 2012, 08:46:46 am

Yay! Deedub, another supporter.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on June 06, 2012, 09:09:49 am
Quote from: maddy on June 05, 2012, 06:38:30 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a0067fc9.jpg)

....the oliebollen had me completely intrigued....it will have to be pretty amazing to live up to my Dads  though   :P  the index looks promising.
Will be interested in your reviews Maddy.
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Post by: kezza on June 06, 2012, 10:34:10 am
Have ordered River Cottage Veg cookbook, the one based on his veg show, from the Book Depository.  Saw they had a tmx in the River Cottage kitchen the other day.  Can't wait for the book to arrive :)
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Post by: Katiej on June 06, 2012, 11:03:50 am
Quote from: kezza on June 06, 2012, 10:34:10 am
Have ordered River Cottage Veg cookbook, the one based on his veg show, from the Book Depository.  Saw they had a tmx in the River Cottage kitchen the other day.  Can't wait for the book to arrive :)

I have that book Kezza.  There are some great recipes in there.  We've been trying to incorporate some more meat free meals into our diet.  I'm sure you will enjoy the book  :)
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Post by: Yvette on June 06, 2012, 12:06:46 pm
I love that show Kezze
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2012, 12:31:00 am
I love that show too.
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Post by: Wonder on June 07, 2012, 09:57:53 pm
A new puppy! We picking up our adorable cavoodle puppy today. We already have a 5 year old cavoodle and love him to bits so thought it was about time he had a playmate.(http://img.tapatalk.com/dced0921-15c9-71f8.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2012, 10:12:07 pm
OOH he is so cute, kids adorable too
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Post by: mcmich on June 07, 2012, 10:15:20 pm
What a cutie. Have you named him yet?
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Post by: Wonder on June 07, 2012, 10:21:42 pm
Sorry the photo is so large, I added it through tapatalk.

His name is Oscar. We have a very excited household this morning, not sure how my daughter is going to concentrate on her exam this morning, fortunately DS only has inter school football game before coming home early.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2012, 10:42:06 pm
Welcome to the forum Oscar.

Gert
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Post by: dede on June 07, 2012, 10:49:57 pm
Now that's one very cute puppy :)
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Post by: Halex on June 07, 2012, 11:07:00 pm
Oscar, he is gorgeous :-\

H :)
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Post by: judydawn on June 08, 2012, 02:32:29 am
Puppies and babies - love them both.  What does the older dog think of the newcomer Robyn, can we have a photo of them together please.
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Post by: mcmich on June 08, 2012, 06:56:48 am
Ooh a photo of them together would be lovely Wonder. See what Oscar will look like when he grows up.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 08, 2012, 07:20:46 am
Oscar is cutiful.
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Post by: kezza on June 08, 2012, 10:38:07 am
Oscar just looks adorable.  Still waiting for my River Cottage book :( I was hoping to have it for the weekend.  I'll just have to watch some more of the shows :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 08, 2012, 10:51:46 am
Oh what a gorgeous puppy  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 12:34:33 pm
I bought a new fridge today. Not as exciting as a puppy though and a whole lot more expensive but it does not pee on the floor.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on June 08, 2012, 08:40:44 pm
What sort of fridge did you get Gert?
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Post by: andiesenji on June 08, 2012, 08:48:11 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 12:34:33 pm
I bought a new fridge today. Not as exciting as a puppy though and a whole lot more expensive but it does not pee on the floor.

Gert

I've got an old one that has been banished to the garage because it does pee on the floor...  It has been set at a higher temp than regular fridges because it is used to store whole wheels of cheese, wine and other stuff that should not be stored at colder temps.

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Post by: stacelee on June 08, 2012, 10:24:53 pm
My fridge is on the way out, but I'm waiting for it to die complete before I get a new one.....luckily I have a backup really old NEC fridge that just keeps soldiering on.  My appliances are all reaching old age at the moment.  My tumble dryer needs a kick start to get it going but that's not a major problem as I now have access to my washing line again after 8 years.  My convection microwave has died which distressed me greatly as I use it all the time because my oven hates me.  I'm hopefully taking delivery (or picking up if I can't wait) a new Sharp AX1500JS supersteam microwave on Tuesday or Wednesday....so thats my happy happy joy joy purchase for the week.

I'm also sneaking out this morning to get my nails done....I just have to work out what bizarre colour to come home this time with to stress out Brat No. 1 who hates it when I come home with Blue Nails with White and Silver stripes (personally I think they look cool....I'm going to be sad to see them changed).   Maybe I'll go florescent orange ;P
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Post by: droverjess on June 08, 2012, 10:38:47 pm
Lol over peeing puppies &  fridges. I was very confused reading that....
Must be past my bed time!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 11:19:10 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on June 08, 2012, 08:48:11 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 12:34:33 pm
I bought a new fridge today. Not as exciting as a puppy though and a whole lot more expensive but it does not pee on the floor.

Gert

I've got an old one that has been banished to the garage because it does pee on the floor...  It has been set at a higher temp than regular fridges because it is used to store whole wheels of cheese, wine and other stuff that should not be stored at colder temps.



A few years ago I made a bad mistake  banishing a perfectly good usefull big fridge to the garage to use as my cold larder . Here in the tropics it is necessary to keep a lot of things in the fridge rather than the pantry. Anyway it was getting very worn and tired being white . Once the finish started to wear it grew mould all the time and needed washing off which made it worse over time. I got sick of looking at it so I bought a lovely stainless steel fridge second hand unseen which was the same size outside but turned out about 100 litres smaller on the inside.

I now had one useless but good looking fridge. Yesterday I decided to dispose of two and gain one big one thus is theory cutting down on electricity. I hope iris so.

I will,Tapatalk  a pic for you. Fisher and Paykel French door 614 litre with automatic ice maker in the freezer and  COLD water in the fridge door.  Now I am transferring the stuff from 2 into 1 so we will see  by the end of the day if I made the right decision this time.

Andi even  peeing fridges have their place. Good fridgie.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 08, 2012, 11:27:05 pm
peeing fridges....  ;D
I have 3 big fridges.

One for beer / drinks
One in the kitchen/ basics
another in kitchen for fruit/ jams ect, leftovers.

About to  start cleaning, then cooking....
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 11:38:25 pm
Another weekend cooking obbie?

Apart from the three big ones , two of which are going I have one bar fridge under the bar and one poolside bar fridge which is very necessary otherwise I would have a trail of water from the pool  to the inside bar fridge. LOL

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(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb162c7-7e84-5a96.jpg)
Ice drawer slide over the top of the freezer bin.

Old ones below.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2012, 11:41:08 pm
Stacelee I would love to know how you get on with that new steaming microwave. Never heard of it.

Inside of fridge.(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb162c7-7f7e-4fda.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on June 09, 2012, 01:03:59 am
Looks good Gretchen.
i just cleaned one fridge with the lemon concentrate, looks good.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2012, 01:29:36 am
Quote from: obbie on June 09, 2012, 01:03:59 am
Looks good Gretchen.
i just cleaned one fridge with the lemon concentrate, looks good.

I am glad it wasn't Lemoncello.

You and your lemons.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on June 09, 2012, 01:53:04 am
We have the same fridge Gert  8)  I love the room....fits lots, but this last week I have noticed a small pool of water coming out from underneath the freezer drawer  :-\. Happens every 2nd day it seems.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2012, 02:25:53 am
Quote from: maddy on June 09, 2012, 01:53:04 am
We have the same fridge Gert  8)  I love the room....fits lots, but this last week I have noticed a small pool of water coming out from underneath the freezer drawer  :-\. Happens every 2nd day it seems.



Ooooooo. I wonder if the water is spilling out somehow from the ice thingy? But if it is not ice then I guess not.  I hate the freezer already. I am only going to buy square things no ducks or chickens. LOL!

I cannot fit my decore  square thing for puff pastry in yet. Will have to empty freezer by eating everything and rethinking what I buy. One reason I will have a no spend week.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 09, 2012, 03:36:20 am
Looks good Gert, nice fit too.  It takes some time to get used to new appliances, you will work out the freezer space in due course once you get the contents down a bit.  Maybe split the chickens before freezing them although you won't be able to do your famous beer ass roast chicken recipe.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2012, 03:48:32 am
That is one good lookin' chook. Yeah I will figure it out. Loving the space in the fridge though.

Could have bought a Hotmix pro for the same price though

Gert
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Post by: Halex on June 09, 2012, 03:49:55 am
Gert & Maddy I have that one too, LOL

Now shopping,  mmmmmm went a little crazy in the sales
 
4 mre cookbooks, le creuset round dish with lid, great for paellas, oven top or stove meals, dd my lamb tagine in it yesterday. Scanpan roasting dish, 4 raco baking trays & odds & ends ;D

H :)

Love my ice maker :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 09, 2012, 03:56:02 am
I'm jealous of your fridge light Gretch  :'( I think we have a light, but I can't see a thing as the fridge is so jam packed with stuff that should be in the pantry if it wasn't for the pantry moths.  Our fridge looks big but is a weener inside.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2012, 04:35:16 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 09, 2012, 03:56:02 am
I'm jealous of your fridge light Gretch  :'( I think we have a light, but I can't see a thing as the fridge is so jam packed with stuff that should be in the pantry if it wasn't for the pantry moths.  Our fridge looks big but is a weener inside.


The theory is that you put the things I the fridge or freezer for a short time to kill the moth eggs. That might work giving you more fridge space asi have done . We will soon see..

Gert
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Post by: meganjane on June 09, 2012, 12:44:31 pm
I do that too, Gretchen! I used to buy large amounts of ground almonds and I'd always pop the bag in the freezer for a few days to kill the moth eggs.

We've bought a house in Albany (Yay!!) and the people selling are going around Australia. They have a fridge like yours and I was going to ask to buy it from them. I only have room for a small fridge in my kitchen here.

I have another fridge on the patio and two freezers over in the shed!

Recently bought a lot of Tupperware. I bought a pack of the pantry containers for the Albany house. Other than that, nothing because I have to start saving and not spending. We have a house to pay for...
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Post by: judydawn on June 09, 2012, 12:49:56 pm
You bought a house, that will take some topping MJ - I loved Albany when our ship called in there.  How far is that from where you currently live?
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Post by: meganjane on June 09, 2012, 01:09:02 pm
Judy, it's only just over two hours, so is often our major shopping town.

My middle son lives there with his partner and two of my very good friends have second homes there.

We're planning on semi retiring in a few years, still keeping the farm. It's close enough for DH to travel back during busy times.
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Post by: judydawn on June 09, 2012, 01:14:59 pm
It sounds like a good plan to me MJ - so exciting for you.
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Post by: JulieO on June 09, 2012, 02:04:13 pm
Congratulations MJ.  Exciting news.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2012, 10:37:11 pm
That is a big change for you. How soon will you be moving?  I am assuming you will now be going no where near this thread.  ;D

I keep unsubscribing but find my way back here more often than I should.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on June 09, 2012, 10:41:41 pm
Great news MJ enjoy your new house
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Post by: obbie on June 09, 2012, 10:53:39 pm
Great Mj, you win this week with buying a new house....
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Post by: mcmich on June 09, 2012, 10:54:19 pm
Lovely fridge Gert. I only have room for a small fridge in the kitchen.

MJ, a new house, very exciting. How soon will you be moving?
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Post by: Wonder on June 10, 2012, 11:11:26 pm
Thanks everyone for the lovely comments on Oscar. He's doing very well and seems to be enjoying his new home. Our older dog ,Milo, seems to be a little put out and trying to assert him self but I think he will be fine in the long run. I've updated with a few new photos. Sorry they aren't very good quality because they were just taken with the iPad.(http://img.tapatalk.com/dced0921-1b6d-b78c.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/dced0921-1b88-4774.jpg)
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Post by: dede on June 10, 2012, 11:19:32 pm
Now that is just too cute :)

When we got our new kitten our older cat who is almost 15 hated him. He wouldn't come inside, he growled at him all the time and would swipe him with his paw. Buy now he only dislikes him and growls sometimes, but he will come inside and they will both sit near the fire fairly close to each other. :)
Don't think they will ever be best mates though. The kitten tries to play with the older cat, but the older cat won't tolerate it :D
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Post by: JulieO on June 11, 2012, 12:36:26 am
What gorgeous looking dogs Tasty, the puppy is so cute.  :D
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Post by: Halex on June 11, 2012, 12:39:12 am
So cute, i want a cuddle.

H :)
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Post by: obbie on June 11, 2012, 12:49:44 am
Cute puppies
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 12:54:44 am
Just gorgeous Wonder - I love the look on Milo's face :D  Let's hope they do become best friends.
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Post by: Katiej on June 11, 2012, 01:25:45 am
They are both so cute!
Who doesn't love puppies.

My SIL has a cavoodle, great dogs.
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Post by: meganjane on June 11, 2012, 04:09:25 am
Oh they are so gorgeous!

Not moving any time soon, but unsubscribing from this thread!!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 11, 2012, 04:47:24 am
I keep unsubscribing  but get sucked back in.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 06:28:54 am
No willpower Gert  ;)
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Post by: Katiej on June 11, 2012, 06:33:57 am
Today my OH bought 2 x 2 metre DVD racks from Ikea. We have almost finished putting them together, surprisingly there has been no swearing what so ever!
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Post by: fundj&e on June 11, 2012, 06:59:27 am
frank just bought a new huge hd yh bc cd plasma TV  >:(
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 07:02:31 am
Good to hear they are going together easily Katie - it takes me hours to assemble their gear.

Uni, you don't look very happy with the new TV purchase ???
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Post by: fundj&e on June 11, 2012, 07:06:59 am
this one makes it # 6, 2 more and there will be one inevery room
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 11, 2012, 07:14:52 am
That's 3 more than me Uni. My DW keeps talking about wanting o replace the TV in the bedroom because it take too long for the picture to come through when you change channels ans she is a hopeless channel surfer.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 11, 2012, 07:18:09 am
Quote from: Dashingden on June 11, 2012, 07:14:52 am
That's 3 more than me Uni. My DW keeps talking about wanting o replace the TV in the bedroom because it take too long for the picture to come through when you change channels ans she is a hopeless channel surfer.

but it does take to long for the channels to change  >:(
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 09:00:02 am
That's the only problem with these HD TV's - waiting for the channel to change.  Why is it so?
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Post by: JulieO on June 11, 2012, 09:47:53 am
Don't know but it seems that way across most brands, some worse than others.  (Toshiba one in the kitchen takes agesssss)  :-\
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Post by: jakodai on June 11, 2012, 09:52:40 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 09:00:02 am
That's the only problem with these HD TV's - waiting for the channel to change.  Why is it so?

I think it's because more information comes across now. Obviously the picture's better, but you also get tv show information like the name & synopsis and te tv guide as well. I'm just assuming though.

I finally bought myself & DS a new pair of runners today. My old ones were in dire need of replacing and given that I now walk everywhere I think I deserved some decent runners.
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Post by: Wonder on June 11, 2012, 12:12:15 pm
I'm feeling left behind, only two tv's in our house and one is used exclusively or the Xbox, I just don't get time for tv watching anymore.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 11, 2012, 01:30:27 pm
Your puppy is very cute Wonder :)
I bought a couple of chairs (that need tender loving care :-))) on eBay.Went to pick them up this morning and went wrong,even with satnav  :o :o She kept saying " recalculating" eventually found the place ;D I just have no sense of direction :D :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2012, 01:37:31 pm
More work for you CC.  I know what you mean - mine is always recalculating too when we go into the country using a new freeway.  I can't find my cords to hook it up to the computer to update the maps.
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Post by: jakodai on June 11, 2012, 02:27:16 pm
Quote from: Wonder on June 11, 2012, 12:12:15 pm
I'm feeling left behind, only two tv's in our house and one is used exclusively or the Xbox, I just don't get time for tv watching anymore.
Don't feel left behind - I only have 1 TV... Lol
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Post by: maddy on June 12, 2012, 04:23:48 am
I have been waiting for this to come on special for what seemed forever!.....and it was 52% off  8)  :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1281_1-2.jpg?t=1339470561)

A Swiss Diamond double burner griddle.   
The perfect size for our mammoth sized steaks, & for kebabs.
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Post by: medusa on June 12, 2012, 04:24:51 am
Ohh Maddy, where did you get that, I need that (I didn't realise I did until I saw your post lol).
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Post by: maddy on June 12, 2012, 04:37:10 am
LOL....was at your home depot online....... http://www.yourhomedepot.com.au/products/swiss-diamond/double-burner-griddle-1281/grill-pans
If you really want one....be quick, there's only 1 left!
They were $300, reduced down to $179.
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Post by: medusa on June 12, 2012, 06:21:27 am
thank you, but someone beat me to it lol!!  Own up who was it!!
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Post by: JulieO on June 12, 2012, 06:23:25 am
They are really handy Maddy.  I have the LeCreuset one (cast iron) which is reverseable.  The under side is smooth for when not wanting the ridges.  :)
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Post by: goldfish on June 12, 2012, 06:28:27 am
Is this the one, JulieO?  I love these . . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/search?q=le%20creuset#/?filter.custitem_product_range=Matt Black&page=1&sort.base_price=desc


 . . or good ol Peters of Kensington . . .http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Le-Chasseur-Giant-Cast-Iron-Grill.aspx  RRP $199 down to $107
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Post by: gertbysea on June 12, 2012, 07:13:42 am
Gf I bought mine from Peters as well. Double sided,but so heavy I can hardly lift it. It fits across two burners and is great for grilling a large whole fish.  I can't remember the brand and it does not say on the thing but it was not expensive. I only use it when I can be sure DH will clean the thing.

Very handy  if you do to not have a BBQ as well

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 12, 2012, 10:16:58 am
Yes, I have a similar one too. It is doubled sided and fits over the long, middle gas burner on my stove. I used it all summer and didn't use my BBQ at all. I clean it with a paste of bicarbonate of soda and white vinegar, using a sponge scourer that I only use on the grill plate. My kids love pesto chicken or salmon cooked on this grill.
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Post by: mcmich on June 12, 2012, 11:11:31 am
Do you need a gas cook top to put these on? I have a ceramic (glass top) stove.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 12, 2012, 11:20:25 am
I would not use in on a ceramic top . I would worry about it scratching and it can get really hot. At least on gas it it raised over the trivets.

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on June 12, 2012, 11:32:11 am
Quote from: goldfish on June 12, 2012, 06:28:27 am
Is this the one, JulieO?  I love these . . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/search?q=le%20creuset#/?filter.custitem_product_range=Matt Black&page=1&sort.base_price=desc


I couldn't get that link to work goldfish, but yes here it is.

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Le-Creuset-Matt-Black-Reversible-Giant-Grill-46-x-23cm_2
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Post by: judydawn on June 12, 2012, 12:50:01 pm
Julie, does the food you are grilling splatter all over the stove top and backsplash?
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Post by: JulieO on June 12, 2012, 01:12:37 pm
Judy, you do still get some splatter.  One thing I hate with gas cooktops is the cleaning of them  :-\  

Must admit I haven't used the grill pan for a while, well not since we got the Weber Q bbq, that is so quick and easy to use just outside the kitchen door.  Love using that.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 12, 2012, 01:14:47 pm
Me too Julie, I hate using anything that means I have to end up doing so much cleaning afterwards.  I clean down my weberQ each time but that is far easier to clean than the stovetop and splashback.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 12, 2012, 01:17:25 pm
Have to agree with you there.(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/1lg078grill2.gif)   ;D
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Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 12, 2012, 02:14:53 pm
Latest new toy, a Lurch Spirali for making vegetable spaghetti and spirals.  Mine is the same but blue  ;D

JB
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 12, 2012, 11:26:50 pm
I have a scanpan grill top, cook steaks, lamb chops, sausages, bacon, grilled veggies, love it. It is a good size & goes over 2 burners

H :)
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Post by: mcmich on June 12, 2012, 11:35:05 pm
Very nice JB. Have wanted one of these for a while now.
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Post by: obbie on June 13, 2012, 12:14:16 am
I have 2 grill pans too, to go on my gas stove.

I bought them at camping shops, much cheaper. :D
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Post by: maddy on June 13, 2012, 12:36:45 am
that's one impressive looking contraption JB  8)

Re: the griddle tray....just thinking back to when we bought our oven, I had the option to spend not much extra for a mid section grill  insert.  My thinking then was I wouldn't bother, as it would splatter all over the cook top.....um, der me.....you have to clean the whole surface anyway, even just using a frypan....live and learn  :P
I had bought an enameled chasseur grill pan previously...but what a P.I.T.A it was to clean....and everything seemed to stick to it!
Oh well, at least I know the S.D. cleans really easily.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 13, 2012, 01:48:02 am
Quote from: obbie on June 13, 2012, 12:14:16 am
I have 2 grill pans too, to go on my gas stove.

I bought them at camping shops, much cheaper. :D

same here
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 13, 2012, 02:36:17 am
was all snuggled up in my PJ's and enjoying a bowl of JD' tomato soup and homemade bread for tea, when there was a knock on the door. (It is wild outside) It was a neighbor who was having an Usana party and the demonstrater was coming from the edge of Perth to do it, but no one was coming because of the wild weather and so she was trying to rustle up neighbours etc to put bum on seats. I told her I prob wouldn't go cos I was cosy, and she understood, but when I came back to my soup my DS goes "well what else are you gonna do tonight?". So I shocked her when I turned up, but I was shocked as there were about 10 people there anyway. I wouldn't have gone if I had known there was going to be that many people  :-)) Anyway it was good stuff, and I walked away with a $300 dent in my credit card. I knew I shouldn't have changed out of my jarmies and gone there!
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Post by: obbie on June 13, 2012, 02:57:40 am
Ouch CP, did you buy vitamins.
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Post by: Wonder on June 13, 2012, 03:50:19 am
I've never heard of Usana.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 13, 2012, 03:51:58 am
Quote from: obbie on June 13, 2012, 02:57:40 am
Ouch CP, did you buy vitamins.

yes I did. have you used them?
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Post by: obbie on June 13, 2012, 06:01:32 am
No CP, but a friend of mine uses them, and loves them too.

Robyn
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Post by: mcmich on June 13, 2012, 06:04:41 am
Usana? A vitamin party  ??? ??? ???
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Post by: obbie on June 13, 2012, 06:07:17 am
Michelle, they do vitamins and skin care too I think...
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Post by: judydawn on June 13, 2012, 07:43:01 am
You really didn't know you needed all those vitamins did you CP - would have been much cheaper to have stayed in your jarmies.  I've never heard of them either.
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Post by: maddy on June 13, 2012, 08:54:58 am
brioche tins, dessert sized cookie scoop & gnocchi board

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/61805077.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/84c008ad.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0d1526e8.jpg)

Oh and picked up the ravioli tray from Aldi.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/408bc51f.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on June 13, 2012, 09:46:23 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 13, 2012, 07:43:01 am
You really didn't know you needed all those vitamins did you CP - would have been much cheaper to have stayed in your jarmies.  I've never heard of them either.


With 10 guests CP lucky you didn't decide to wear your pj's.

Nice buys Maddy.
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Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 13, 2012, 10:10:59 am
Quote from: maddy on June 13, 2012, 08:54:58 am
gnocchi board

Have never made gnocchi.  How does the board help Maddy?

JB
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Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 13, 2012, 10:13:25 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 12, 2012, 11:35:05 pm
Very nice JB. Have wanted one of these for a while now.

They are great fun to use  ;D

JB
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Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 13, 2012, 10:16:28 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 13, 2012, 02:36:17 am
Anyway it was good stuff, and I walked away with a $300 dent in my credit card.

OMG! Did you really spend $300 on vitamins CP?  ???

JB
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 13, 2012, 10:19:45 am
I always buy and take vitamin B to keep the alzheimer's at bay.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 13, 2012, 10:35:40 am
really mich, my most feared disease  :(
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Post by: stacelee on June 13, 2012, 10:58:53 am
Well my new microwave has arrived and is currently in the boot of my car waiting for DH to get it out tomorrow morning.  Hopefully I might sleep for a change tonight and actually be awake enough tomorrow to work out how to use it....:).  Tomorrow I have the joy of taking my son to get new shoes before he heads to England.  Hopefully his feet have nearly stopped growing....I may have to detour to Aldi to get one of those ravioli trays and a new pizza stone.
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Post by: mcmich on June 13, 2012, 04:18:03 pm
Quote from: fundj on June 13, 2012, 10:35:40 am
really mich, my most feared disease  :(

Vitamin B is very good for the brain. Alcohol and sugar inhibit the absorption of vit B. I'm not taking any chances.
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Post by: nazar on June 14, 2012, 02:08:32 am
 thanks mcmich  thats good to know 
  l might have to start taking vitamin b  and cut down on sugar as sometimes l feel like ;l got baby brain and cant think straight
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2012, 02:12:04 am
I find I feel sick when I take Vit B..
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 02:13:52 am
Quote from: JuliaBalbilla on June 13, 2012, 10:16:28 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 13, 2012, 02:36:17 am
Anyway it was good stuff, and I walked away with a $300 dent in my credit card.

OMG! Did you really spend $300 on vitamins CP?  ???g

JB

well apparently it takes 6 weeks to kick in before you feel the benefits, and one pack was just a months worth  :o I do want to see what they are talking about (an experiment). I'm not extravagant in other ways, and I always like to try new things.
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Post by: mcmich on June 14, 2012, 02:14:51 am
Are you taking it on an empty stomach Robyn? It might make a difference.
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2012, 02:15:26 am
So we should see a new you at the retreat CP  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on June 14, 2012, 02:16:13 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 02:13:52 am
Quote from: JuliaBalbilla on June 13, 2012, 10:16:28 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 13, 2012, 02:36:17 am
Anyway it was good stuff, and I walked away with a $300 dent in my credit card.

OMG! Did you really spend $300 on vitamins CP?  ???g

JB

well apparently it takes 6 weeks to kick in before you feel the benefits, and one pack was just a months worth  :o I do want to see what they are talking about (an experiment). I'm not extravagant in other ways, and I always like to try new things.

Will be interested to see if it makes a difference CP.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 02:25:36 am
Quote from: obbie on June 14, 2012, 02:12:04 am
I find I feel sick when I take Vit B..

I'd be sick too if I paid $300 for it but... If I could be a new person it would be cheap.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 02:28:48 am
I would be prepared to give it a go for 2 months, but if there was no noticeable difference I'd ditch it
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2012, 02:36:28 am
Keep us informed with a follow up then CP.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 02:45:34 am
Seeing as alcohol inhibits the absorption of Vit B will you be giving  up that glass or two of for the experimental 2 months?   :-))

Gert
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Post by: courton on June 14, 2012, 04:30:01 am
$7.99 pizza stone from aldi! Really happy with it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 07:42:19 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 02:45:34 am
Seeing as alcohol inhibits the absorption of Vit B will you be giving  up that glass or two of for the experimental 2 months?   :-))

hmmn...NO!

Isn't that what Berocca is for - to give you back the BBB-bounce?
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Post by: mcmich on June 14, 2012, 07:57:39 am
You've bought $300 bucks worth of vitamins and still have to get berocca?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 08:39:47 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 07:42:19 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 02:45:34 am
Seeing as alcohol inhibits the absorption of Vit B will you be giving  up that glass or two of for the experimental 2 months?   :-))

hmmn...NO!

Isn't that what Berocca is for - to give you back the BBB-bounce?

Berocca and champagne for breakfast .....one of my favourites.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on June 14, 2012, 10:17:03 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 08:39:47 am
Berocca and champagne for breakfast .....one of my favourites.

Gert

Love your diet Gert!  ;D


Well shopping happens when you are still waiting for the boys to get home for dinner  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9781446302002.jpg?t=1339664214)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9781849340410-1.jpg?t=1339664658)

.....he better hurry up!....I've had bubbles and have a credit card.....and I'm not afraid to use it!  ;D
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Post by: Merrilyn on June 14, 2012, 11:10:48 am
Hahahaha I like your style Maddy  :D :D :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 11:13:12 am
Never keep a lady waiting. Just keep a clicking Maddy.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2012, 11:17:10 am
Maddy, we love you and your shopping ;D
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Post by: Wonder on June 14, 2012, 11:20:24 am
They look great Maddie. Love your style.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 14, 2012, 12:41:27 pm
I love the look of your cake parlour book.  I'd love to look through your bookcase LOL
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 14, 2012, 12:52:18 pm
Maddy,
I've just realised that this book is by Zoe Clark. I have another of her books which I love. I have made a miniature version of her birdcage cake, and the cupcake I use for my avatar is inspired by one in her book. I'd love to hear your opinion of her new book.

ES
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2012, 12:58:57 pm
Quote from: mcmich on June 14, 2012, 07:57:39 am
You've bought $300 bucks worth of vitamins and still have to get berocca?

hopefully not! I hope to be BBB-bouncing out of my bbb***y skin for that price. I'm gonna report to everyone so in the end its a cheap experiment for everyone else (if you like to go on recommendations)  ;)


Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 08:39:47 am

Berocca and champagne for breakfast .....one of my favourites.

Gert

you are one in a million Gretch  ;D you have a "raunchy" humour

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Tasty on June 14, 2012, 03:58:12 pm
I've done a whole heap of shopping yesterday and today at the sales. Clothes for me and baby daughter, flannelette sheets, food storage containers, moisturisers, teething powder, etc etc.

I had more success today at the Galleria than yesterday at both Karrinyup and Innaloo. The same shops have different ranges at each shopping centre. Should've just gone to Galleria to save time in the first place.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 14, 2012, 05:56:53 pm
starting to plan the baby shower for DD #1

DD# 2 is helping, i gave her my C/C yesterday,big mistake  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 10:31:48 pm



Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 08:39:47 am

Berocca and champagne for breakfast .....one of my favourites.


Take a large glass add one  tab original Berocca, ice and top with leftover sparkling wine. It does not matter if it is flat as the Berocca gives it the fizz. For an extra pretty morning drink use Sparkling Shiraz.

Good stuff.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2012, 11:42:25 pm
Uni I have the same decorating bottles too.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 14, 2012, 11:53:56 pm
i hade some 2 now i have 6 :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 15, 2012, 12:23:48 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on June 14, 2012, 12:52:18 pm
Maddy,
I've just realised that this book is by Zoe Clark. I have another of her books which I love. I have made a miniature version of her birdcage cake, and the cupcake I use for my avatar is inspired by one in her book. I'd love to hear your opinion of her new book.

ES

Won't see it for at least 2 months  :P
I buy books on pre-release from book depository....they are much cheaper that way  ;)
the bonus is you forget all about them, and when they finally turn up, it's a nice surprise.

Quote from: EmeraldSue on June 14, 2012, 12:41:27 pm
I'd love to look through your bookcase LOL

It really is getting out of control.....but I just can't stop myself  :P

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Post by: goldfish on June 15, 2012, 07:56:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 10:31:48 pm



Quote from: Gertbysea on June 14, 2012, 08:39:47 am

Berocca and champagne for breakfast .....one of my favourites.


Take a large glass add one  tab original Berocca, ice and top with leftover sparkling wine. It does not matter if it is flat as the Berocca gives it the fizz. For an extra pretty morning drink use Sparkling Shiraz.

Good stuff.

Gert

O. . .M. . .G!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 15, 2012, 08:16:35 am
What ? What?? That doesn't make me a bad person.

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Post by: sue_purrb on June 15, 2012, 08:59:41 am
I vote you bring that to the retreat instead of coffee, Gert!  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 15, 2012, 09:09:27 am
We will  stopping somewhere on the way I am sure. There will be Sparkling Wine and Berocca.

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 15, 2012, 10:00:22 am
Maddy,
I've just looked at the website- it's cheaper than Fishpond, which is what I usually buy from.  Mmmm. I'm tempted by this.....
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Post by: obbie on June 15, 2012, 10:27:03 am
Emerld Sue, be tempted, be tempted......
You know you want it.... :o
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 15, 2012, 11:30:28 am
I know, I know. However, this week we have had the gas bill, electricity bill, 2 insurance bills etc.  Perhaps if I can keep the food costs down this week, I could treat myself?
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Post by: maddy on June 15, 2012, 11:58:39 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on June 15, 2012, 10:00:22 am
Maddy,
I've just looked at the website- it's cheaper than Fishpond, which is what I usually buy from.  Mmmm. I'm tempted by this.....

 ES, Check out www.booko.com.au
It's a search engine for books & dvds, and will quote all online stores from cheapest to most expensive,including the postage.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on June 15, 2012, 12:19:12 pm
I just bought momofuku milk bar today on book depository.  I can't wait to get it and see if i can convert some of the recipes to TMX.  Crack pie is definitely on the list!

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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 15, 2012, 12:26:27 pm
My shopping is a bit pathetic compared to everyones as my new potato peeler has arrived :D :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 15, 2012, 12:31:06 pm
Were you excited when it arrived CC  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 15, 2012, 12:32:35 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 15, 2012, 12:31:06 pm
Were you excited when it arrived CC  ;D
I love getting things in the post JD ;)
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Post by: courton on June 15, 2012, 12:43:45 pm
snappy, the book looks great. Maddy, booko is a fabulous site. Thanks for letting us know
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 15, 2012, 01:02:02 pm
Ooh, that booko website is going to be very, very dangerous. I'm going to hide my credit card right now
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Post by: mcmich on June 15, 2012, 03:29:03 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 15, 2012, 12:32:35 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 15, 2012, 12:31:06 pm
Were you excited when it arrived CC  ;D
I love getting things in the post JD ;)
Me too CC. So much is done on line. It's nice to get a visit from the postie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 15, 2012, 07:27:30 pm
Once we drop my son at the airport, I'm going to my favorite Greek deli, stocking up on treats and then coming home to nap (I've had really bad insomnia for over two weeks).  After that I'm going to do some retail therapy at a homewares shop and get some baking trays to fit the microwave.  All the ones I have are too big.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on June 16, 2012, 05:18:55 am
I bought a Sunbeam Pie Maker today. The good guys had them on sale for $54, but when I got there they took it down to $50 which was a welcome surprise!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 16, 2012, 06:26:32 am
Good price Jakodai, you will certainly use it.

Thinking of buying the book "The Art of Pasta" by Lucio Galletto, its reduced at david Jones to $38.
The blurb, any got it?
Lucio's Italian Restaurant in Sydney Australia was established in 1983 and enjoys a remarkable reputation for exceptional Italian food and magnificent Australian art. Their beautiful book, The Art of Pasta gives detailed instructions for making and cutting pasta (including pasta flavoured with herbs, porcini, saffron and squid ink), and for making simple filled pastas and perfect gnocchi. To accompany the pasta, choose from an array of mouth-watering pestos - from the definitive Ligurian version made with basil and pine nuts to a vibrant-green pistachio pesto and a versatile orange and almond pesto that's equally good stirred through freshly cooked linguine, served with couscous or used as the basis of a salad dressing. Simple dishes mark the passage of the seasons, such as tagliatelle served with raw mushrooms in autumn, or with the first thin spears of asparagus in spring. In the cooler days of winter, authentic recipes for slow-cooked ragus (including a classic Bolognese sauce that has stood the test of time) really come into their own, filling the house with wonderful aromas. The Art of Pasta is filled with 160 authentic pasta recipes complimented with artwork by the very talented Luke Sciberras and photography by Anson Smart.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 16, 2012, 06:41:35 am
Go on  Hally, buy the book. we need to keep this shopping thread going....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 16, 2012, 07:38:17 am
Ordered two sports type plain coloured overnight bags from amazon. Measured the ones we had, now fallen apart and ordered same. Very cheap, but very small on arrival! OK for one night but no more. Will have to do.
Last one cost $NZ15 and lasted 6 years!
These cost £8.77 each.

Will measure again later and see what difference is and post review.

Plus Ordered 2 small bookcases for landing 8inches deep to fit at top of stairs. Hope their measurements are correct!

Going shopping with DD this morning to a new country town 40 mins from here, will report later.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 16, 2012, 07:44:54 am
Left the boys & dh & went to David jones & yes bought it.

Havent had a chance to look at it, we are now having quiet time watching Hoodwinked.
Quet time consists of quite a bit  of talking on dfb part :)
H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: faffa_70 on June 16, 2012, 08:15:05 am
Quote from: Halex on June 16, 2012, 07:44:54 am

Quiet time consists of quite a bit  of talking on dfb part :)
H :)

He is just excited to be with your family H  ;) :D

Lots of shopping here for DS's 21st, presents and food of course. Have been kept on my toes  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 16, 2012, 08:26:00 am
I know ;) bless him

Have great fun with 21st

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 16, 2012, 09:19:35 am
Quote from: Halex on June 16, 2012, 06:26:32 am
Good price Jakodai, you will certainly use it.

Thinking of buying the book "The Art of Pasta" by Lucio Galletto, its reduced at david Jones to $38.
The blurb, any got it?

I ordered my copy through eBay, same price.....hasn't arrived yet....it's over 3 weeks now....must chase it up!  >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 16, 2012, 11:06:58 am
The pasta book sounds good.

Finally bought a convection microwave today.
It's a panasonic. Have used it to make Morocan chicken for the salad for tonights dinner.
Made a self saucing pudding in too.
So far am very pleased.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 16, 2012, 11:22:09 am
Good one mcmich. Does it have the steam thingy?  If mine dies I will get  a combo too.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 16, 2012, 11:25:41 am
Isn't a steam oven as well. I did look into getting one that steams.
Tenina said she loved hers and used it all the time until she got TMX and now doesn't use it much, so took that advice and just got convection/microwave.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 02:02:22 pm
The main reasons I ended up with the steam convection microwave is that I bake bread every day and I love the proofing function, plus I've seen what the commercial combi ovens are capable of.  I roasted a piece of lamb last night on steam convection and a chicken this morning and they were both beautiful.  My normal oven hates me so I wanted something that could do multiple roles.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 16, 2012, 08:34:08 pm
Bought gum boots similar to these http://www.wellywarehouse.co.uk/joules_welly_range.php

For gardening in. Fed up with long ones when kneeling, bending etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 16, 2012, 08:43:47 pm
Which ones DJ  ???
 I walk the dog wearing wellies,I have Aigles.Good boots but don't garden in them :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 16, 2012, 09:06:37 pm
Wellie bobs from joules, with union jacks on!!!!!!! For fun. Won't wear them out of garden though!

I have aigles too at moment for farm and walking., and they were not great for gardening in.

Argyles are my favourite, black with red tops but they have changed the mold and they are not the same. Have had 2 prs these a year for ever! Until last year. Will try again next year, much cheaper than aigles, even buying 2 pairs.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 16, 2012, 09:14:13 pm
Nice boots DJ ;) Be a devil and wear them shopping :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 09:18:03 pm
Maybe I should get the brat to bring me some back...he was talking about crystal from Waterford when they go there.....I've tried to discourage him.....I saw him pack...I'm not sure it would make it back in one piece....boots might have a better chance :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 16, 2012, 09:25:43 pm
Quote from: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 09:18:03 pm
Maybe I should get the brat to bring me some back...he was talking about crystal from Waterford when they go there.....I've tried to discourage him.....I saw him pack...I'm not sure it would make it back in one piece....boots might have a better chance :)
Whatever he buys stacelee get him to get the VAT( value added tax of 20%) back as he is a visitor :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 09:33:28 pm
I'll try to, but he is only 16 (almost 17) he will probably think it all too hard...like sending a text message to his mother from Bangkok, I'm still waiting for that one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 16, 2012, 09:37:36 pm
Quote from: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 09:33:28 pm
I'll try to, but he is only 16 (almost 17) he will probably think it all too hard...like sending a text message to his mother from Bangkok, I'm still waiting for that one.
He'll be enjoying himself too much to text. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 16, 2012, 11:06:18 pm
If you want Waterford you might be better shopping at Peters of Kensington .  I would not be risking DS doing any shopping there. Probably cheaper at Peters when the have a sale anyway.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 16, 2012, 11:17:59 pm
I've asked him not to, but whether he listens to me who knows....I'm not really a crystal person....I collect temuka stoneware....a little more robust than crystal
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 17, 2012, 01:45:59 am
Maddy, the pasta book looks good. Hoping to sit down today with it.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 17, 2012, 09:49:34 am
An electric pasta maker from Aldi.
Hope I've done the right thing,. Can always take it back.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kissmypixel on June 17, 2012, 10:00:43 am
Can you update on the electric pasta machine from Aldi, I was seriously contemplating it BUT the few things I have bought there have been sub standard, unfortunately :(. Would love to know how this machine goes:).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 17, 2012, 08:40:29 pm
4 more plants for new garden today.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on June 17, 2012, 09:07:22 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on June 17, 2012, 08:40:29 pm
4 more plants for new garden today.

What sort ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 18, 2012, 06:59:34 am
Quote from: Kissmypixel on June 17, 2012, 10:00:43 am
Can you update on the electric pasta machine from Aldi, I was seriously contemplating it BUT the few things I have bought there have been sub standard, unfortunately :(. Would love to know how this machine goes:).
Used the pasta machine today. I have never made pasta before. Did some fettuccine. I had trouble with spaghetti.
That was me nothing to do with the machine. It worked fine but I have nothing to compare it with. Longevity will be the key.
See how much I use it and whether it stands up to the wear.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 18, 2012, 08:14:46 am
If your not happy, you have 60 days satisfaction guarantee I think, then the warranty of course.
Interested to hear your update Mcmich......certainly would be easier having both hands free for the rolling/ cutting.

......which I must confess to another purchase that turned up today  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/30ef432e.jpg)

I know I bought a manual pasta machine a couple of weeks ago, but I thought this would be easier for rolling the dough out with the KA, with both hands.
.....unfortunately my big flaw is buying before thinking  :P the other will get used though  :)




Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2012, 08:20:33 am
Mcmich how was the spaghetti  more trouble?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 18, 2012, 08:51:25 am
2 perennial wallflowers, a small creeping geranium, something tall and self supporting border plant, a new one to me and 2 of tall, grey leaves with bright pink flowers. Sorry names out side me inside!

Got to get back better so can carryon planting.
I am making a garden from scratch, it is slow going.

Hoping to take cuttings this autumn and double the plants I bought.


The sports type bags I got from amazon are much smaller than expected which is annoying.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on June 18, 2012, 09:08:22 am
Quote from: Droverjess on June 16, 2012, 08:34:08 pm
Bought gum boots similar to these http://www.wellywarehouse.co.uk/joules_welly_range.php

For gardening in. Fed up with long ones when kneeling, bending etc.

ooo love the milliewellie pink with ribbon ones for DD..really really need to avoid this thread lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2012, 09:12:15 am
Frozzie this is a bad bad naughty thread which should be removed except poor Maddy would go into decline I fear.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on June 18, 2012, 09:13:33 am
lol maddy

ive been buying books and choc moulds and bits and pieces but at the moments its holidays.. our week in italy has been booked and payed for then we are off to the south west of france then we are catching up with friends for a holiday together in the south of france somewhere but not sure..times is flying..hard when you know your leaving somewhere permanentlyl..what to buy and what not to buy..arrgghh decisions decisons!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on June 18, 2012, 09:15:19 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 18, 2012, 09:12:15 am
Frozzie this is a bad bad naughty thread which should be removed except poor Maddy would go into decline I fear.

Gert


haha gert yes we need to support our dear maddy..wouldnt want her going into withdrawal although somehow I dont think no shopping thread would stop her...  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 18, 2012, 08:23:46 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 18, 2012, 08:20:33 am
Mcmich how was the spaghetti  more trouble?

Gert

The spaghetti tended to stick together and I had trouble catching it as it was coming out of the rollers.
Maybe I rolled the sheet too thin? I'll give it another go but want to try ravioli.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 18, 2012, 09:18:54 pm
We need to support our dear Maddy...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: knittercook on June 18, 2012, 10:21:31 pm
Quote from: maddy on June 18, 2012, 08:14:46 am
If your not happy, you have 60 days satisfaction guarantee I think, then the warranty of course.
Interested to hear your update Mcmich......certainly would be easier having both hands free for the rolling/ cutting.

......which I must confess to another purchase that turned up today  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/30ef432e.jpg)

I know I bought a manual pasta machine a couple of weeks ago, but I thought this would be easier for rolling the dough out with the KA, with both hands.
.....unfortunately my big flaw is buying before thinking  :P the other will get used though  :)






So Maddy, are you saying you wish you had purchased the KA attachment first?  The reason I am asking is because I am considering purchasing an attachment for my KA?

Sharon
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 19, 2012, 01:28:25 am
Quote from: obbie on June 18, 2012, 09:18:54 pm
We need to support our dear Maddy...

LOL  :P

Quote from: knittercook on June 18, 2012, 10:21:31 pm
So Maddy, are you saying you wish you had purchased the KA attachment first?
Sharon

I think I am  Saying that ;D  lol.
It is a more expensive option, but if you already have a K.A.....it probably makes more sense...particularly when you have both hands free to work with the dough.  Julie O has one too I'm sure.
You can buy a bundle of attachments on sale at different times, but I'll stick with just the roller first and see how we go.
The cheapest I found at the time was Online at your home depot.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 19, 2012, 01:33:10 am
Yay just ordered my iPad 3. Picking it up Thursday :D
Can't wait.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: knittercook on June 19, 2012, 01:56:46 am
Thanks maddy, just purchased the set of three rollers and will see how that goes and then maybe purchase the press set as my lot love macaroni, yes JulieO's review clinched the deal  :D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 19, 2012, 02:38:50 am
Quote from: knittercook on June 19, 2012, 01:56:46 am
yes JulieO's review clinched the deal  :D

....she clinches them for me too  :P

Quote from: knittercook on June 19, 2012, 01:56:46 am
just purchased the set of three rollers and will see how that goes and then maybe purchase the press set as my lot love macaroni

Good job, I'm sure you'll be happy with them.
I have been mulling over that pasta extruded set for well over 12 months now....uncharacteristic of me I know, but will probably review that after making fresh pasta  :P
 B.T.W., I think it works out quite a bit cheaper to buy the extruded set from amazon  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on June 19, 2012, 03:55:51 am
I've used the old Atlas pasta rollers for many years with no problems.  I did get a motor for it a few years ago - AFTER I tried the attachment for my KA mixer.
The KA attachment broke the second time I used it - you can't use stiff dough at all and mine broke with the fettucini cutter.

So I went back to using the Atlas and got the motor for it so I could use two hands.   For quite a few years I had a live-in housekeeper and she would turn the crank while I inserted the dough and manipulated it.

I bought the motor on eBay for $56.00.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 19, 2012, 04:34:32 am
We have the Kitchen Aid pasta attachements as well as the extruder one. We find the roller/cutters fantastic - quick and easy to use and it's great not needing to turn the handle as well as guide the dough. DH uses them mostly and he really isn't interested in cooking but would never let us buy lasagna these days, jsut too quick and easy with TMX and the kitchen aid attachments. We haven't used the extruder attachment nearly as much and find it much more fiddly and I think you need to put in the practice to get the good results. If I had a bit more time at home I would definitely give it a go.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 19, 2012, 06:37:03 am
I have all the KA pasta attachments; roller, fettucine cutter, spaghetti cutter, extra wide fettucine cutter, angel hair cutter, ravioli and pasta press attachments.  :-))

Have been using the first 3 for about 4 years, the rest about 2.  I love them all and they all get used depending on what I'm making.
I did the same as you Maddy, bought a cheapo manual one to get the basics down and it allowed me to find out if I wanted to pursue it further.  I did and bought them when I saw good prices both here and overseas. It's second nature now and takes no time to whip up.

I love making pasta for some reason, find the whole process relaxing.  I make sure we have one pasta related meal each week.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 19, 2012, 07:21:20 am
Julie, which basic pasta recipe is your favouite?
Have noted your spinach one too  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on June 19, 2012, 07:24:55 am
WHY AM I READING THIS THREAD!

Sorry to shout, but now after reading about the KA pasta attachments, I really want them!! I'm meant to be saving the pennies. But, it the long run, it will save pennies, right?? ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 19, 2012, 07:35:04 am
You girls crack me up.

It is like looking at a Lakeland  catalogue in UK, seeing and wanting things you didn't know you wanted.

However I am safe I think as all pennies and a lot of pounds went on  *: and then extra bowl.

Happy shopping!

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 19, 2012, 07:49:33 am
Quote from: dede on June 19, 2012, 01:33:10 am
Yay just ordered my iPad 3. Picking it up Thursday :D
Can't wait.

You win today's shopping YAHOO!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 19, 2012, 07:51:36 am
Quote from: meganjane on June 19, 2012, 07:24:55 am
WHY AM I READING THIS THREAD!

Sorry to shout, but now after reading about the KA pasta attachments, I really want them!! I'm meant to be saving the pennies. But, it the long run, it will save pennies, right?? ;D

You have got to stop. Be strong. Delete! Delete!

Gert Wait,.... What,an I doing here?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 19, 2012, 08:20:03 am
I want the sieve attachment for my Kenwood but I'm being strong!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 19, 2012, 10:36:21 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 19, 2012, 08:20:03 am
I want the sieve attachment for my Kenwood but I'm being strong!

Hmmm ... I have seen the sieve attachment but not sure what it does (I know it sieves, but wonder how it would be of benefit over and ordinary sieve).  My top two required attachments for the Kenwood re the potato peeler and the paste extruder (the one with bronze dies) - have you tried either of these?

JB
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 19, 2012, 10:46:35 am
Quote from: maddy on June 19, 2012, 07:21:20 am
Julie, which basic pasta recipe is your favouite?
Have noted your spinach one too  ;)

I've found that using the KA for the whole process works best for me.  Making pasta dough in the TM would only go as far as crumbs and then I had to knead it with my hands which hurt, so I do the whole thing in the KA and am very happy with the results.

The simple recipe I use is:

for each person use 100g OO flour, 1 large egg (not extra large, just large), 1 tsp oil (I used extra light olive oil), plus add a pinch of salt to the whole mix, so if making for 4:

400g OO flour
pinch salt
4 large eggs,
4 tsp (1 tbs) extra light olive oil

Place flour and salt into KA bowl.  Mix on speed 1-2 for a few secs to mix through. (don't use beater blade, just normal paddle).
Place eggs and oil in a small jug (don't whisk together).
While paddle is turning on speed 2, pour in the eggs/oil and allow the paddle to mix it together on speed 2.
When it starts to come together.  Stop and change to dough hook.
Let it work on no higher than speed 2 for a few mins to knead the dough into a ball.
Remove from bowl, wrap in clingwrap and put aside (unrefrigerated) for about 30 mins or so.  Is okay if you leave it longer,
Make into whatever type of pasta you want.

You will get to know how much pasta is right for your family.  I'm sure others would have a slightly different ratio but the above is what works for me every time.

For the pasta press, a different ratio is needed as a much drier dough is needed to make into shapes.

Hope this helps.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 19, 2012, 10:56:52 am
Thanks Julie  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 19, 2012, 10:58:22 am
I have already sold my iPad 1 ready to get my iPad 3. Bonus. Makes the iPad 3 even cheaper :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2012, 12:26:17 pm
Well done dede. I'm loving mine. DD is looking at it and wishing she had the 3.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 19, 2012, 12:40:28 pm
Julie, can you give me the ratio for pasta in the extruded? One of the reasons we haven't used it as much is we just couldn't get the dough to feed consistently.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 19, 2012, 12:43:35 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 19, 2012, 12:26:17 pm
Well done dede. I'm loving mine. DD is looking at it and wishing she had the 3.
I can't wait to get it. I still have my iPad 1 until I transfer everything from one to the other. My friend is buying it from me. Although DS 5 was not impressed as he wanted it :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 19, 2012, 11:49:29 pm
Wonder, here it is:

KA PASTA PRESS RECIPE
BASIC EGG NOODLE PASTA
4 large eggs
500g plain flour (not OO, just plain)
1½ tblsp water (30ml)
1 tsp salt

Follow the procedure I posted above for the normal dough. (flour, salt together, then add water and eggs to a jug then pour in etc).
It will be very dry but this is what you want. The press will massage it into its shape.

After resting the dough, roll into small balls with your hands and have them ready to feed in as you see them working through, about 2 at a time, but always making sure there's some working through otherwise you'd have gaps IYKWIM

If you put too many balls into the hopper it will have trouble feeding through and will struggle.

Once you've got it worked out right, you will be much happier with it.

Last week I made bucantini, was so good.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 12:01:40 am
I only have the attachments for the Kenwood that came with it, I keep looking at the pricelists and drooling, but even at cost they aren't cheap and I really can't justify.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jude59 on June 20, 2012, 01:15:37 am
Just bought 2 sets of these baguette pans on line. Been thinking about getting bread stick pans for a while. Anyone else use something similar?(http://img.tapatalk.com/724c3b3e-161d-a0bf.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 01:23:38 am
I grabbed the double one a few weeks ago but haven't actually used it yet (keep forgetting I've got it....its stashed on top of my kitchen cupboards and I have to get the ladder to get it down).  Will be really interested to see how you go with it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on June 20, 2012, 01:52:01 am
 I have one of those Jude - it's great.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on June 20, 2012, 03:58:39 am
I just bought a pie maker, and it's all YOUR fault, evil denizens of forum Thermomix! Sunbeam pie magic 4 - $54 from good guys, can't go wrong with that. Now I have to make shortcrust pastry bcos I can't buy any bcos I'm on a budget, also YOUR fault!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 05:28:37 am
My aebleskiver pan, tovolo cupcake pen and tovolo pancake pen just arrived....whooo hooo....I can feel some happy times in the kitchen with my feral fairy coming up.  She will be very pleased when I get home.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 20, 2012, 05:30:37 am
Julia, thanks very much for you tips and the second pasta recipe. I'll try and give it a go this weekend.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Decadent Dot on June 20, 2012, 06:24:29 am
Deedub, Just think though of all the leftovers you can use up to create pies. It doesn't take much filling to go in the pie maker. Your pies will beat your budget for sure.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 20, 2012, 07:08:17 am
I've put one of those baguette pans in my online cart so many times, but then deleted it. Trying hard not to fill my cupboards with baking tins, but this forum makes me do bad things also. I must make a loaf of bread in the round tank tin soon so I can feel less guilty.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 07:31:45 am
Does it count if it is my son who does the shopping :)....apparently he is bringing home yet another guitar...only he would go to England and bring a guitar home as a souvenir....someone needs to remind him that he is supposed to be a trumpet player!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 07:37:40 am
Brilliant. There are quite a few duets written for Trumpet and guitar and your DS can play both parts!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 07:41:28 am
He's attempting to :).....he played something like three or four different instruments on his last composition assignment.  I'm pretty sure I don't have to worry about him trying to bring back Waterford crystal since I am currently trying to make sure that he has enough money on his card to buy food for the next few days (luckily he only has to pay for lunch....everything else is catered).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 20, 2012, 07:46:14 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 05:28:37 am
My aebleskiver pan, tovolo cupcake pen and tovolo pancake pen just arrived....whooo hooo....I can feel some happy times in the kitchen with my feral fairy coming up.  She will be very pleased when I get home.

I will have to google these stacelee. Maybe I shouldn't in case I decide I need them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jude59 on June 20, 2012, 07:50:02 am
I know what you mean about excess tins.... I was sitting propped up in bed with my cup of coffee and ipad and was thinking how much money I was saving from the $100 challenge thread and as I was surfing around I saw those baguette tins.... then I had to buy other bits and pieces too because it was free postage over $100 :O)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 07:59:22 am
Sucked in Jude :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 08:07:25 am
I've done that...the free shipping bit and then wondered why I have....but it feels so good to think that you've saved money :), even when you haven't.

The aebleskiver pan is a glorified danish pancake pan that you make filled pancakes in :) and the pancake and cupcake pens are to save my kitchen from being covered in cake/pancake mix every time the feral fairy decides to make them.  I seem to get batter everywhere.  I threatened to stop her and her cousin from ever coming in my kitchen once when they decided we HAD to make marshmallow iced cupcakes....I don't think there was a surface including the fridge and the rangehood that they didin't coat in the icing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 20, 2012, 08:40:42 am
Lol stacelee.

The justification on here just cracks me up!
Free shipping etc etc.

You can make baguettes Like this http://liverpoolrestaurants.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/img_0460.jpg
With a tea towel

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on June 20, 2012, 08:46:56 am
For the rising part only DJ.  Still, once the baguette has been formed and risen, I suppose it would keep it's shape as it was cooking. I wonder how many people have tried putting the tea towel in the oven too :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 20, 2012, 09:05:25 am
Yes you are right the towel is for the rising and then eased on a flat baking sheet to bake.

It does work and is a cheaper option for those that can't afford to buy.

I use one towel per baguette as it is easy to roll of towel onto baking tray or pizza stone.

Hope this helps
JD
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 09:10:50 am
Could you just shape your baguette And wack it into  cold oven to rise and cook?

I have made bread sticks like that.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2012, 09:41:01 am
The baguette 'pan' is really good.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on June 20, 2012, 10:51:31 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 05:28:37 am
My aebleskiver pan, tovolo cupcake pen and tovolo pancake pen just arrived....whooo hooo....I can feel some happy times in the kitchen with my feral fairy coming up.  She will be very pleased when I get home.

I can't believe nobody has asked yet - you're all behaving like it's the most normal thing in the world???

What is an aebleskiver pan - or is this one of those funny auto correct mistakes?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on June 20, 2012, 11:21:16 am
I know. My caketin cupboard is overflowing, and is better not to mention my biscuit cutter collection.

And it's all gert's fault for sending me to the Peter's of Kensington website. I have almost bought so much kitchen stuff from them. I have been really strong, but I can feel myself weakening....
I'm really temptedby the french green leather handbag, and the mini muffin tins and the micro plane herb gadget, and, and and.....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on June 20, 2012, 11:36:27 am
Here's (http://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Pro-Logic-Cast-Iron-Aebleskiver-Pan/dp/B00063RXQA) one Snappy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 11:49:09 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on June 20, 2012, 11:21:16 am
I know. My caketin cupboard is overflowing, and is better not to mention my biscuit cutter collection.

And it's all gert's fault for sending me to the Peter's of Kensington website. I have almost bought so much kitchen stuff from them. I have been really strong, but I can feel myself weakening....
I'm really temptedby the french green leather handbag, and the mini muffin tins and the micro plane herb gadget, and, and and.....

I love Peters.

I wonder if they have an aebleskiver pan? LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on June 20, 2012, 11:54:40 am
The things you learn in the shopping thread!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JuliaBalbilla on June 20, 2012, 12:00:13 pm
If the microplane herb gadget is this one (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Microplane-48906-Herb-Mill/dp/B004F1Z4JC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1340189741&sr=8-1), you need to make sure that your herbs are dry, otherwise it won't work.  I have one but hardy use it as it is a pain trying to get the herbs dry enough after washing  :'(

JB
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on June 20, 2012, 12:07:43 pm
Thanks Julia. That is the one I was looking at. I'll just chop my herbs in the TC Instead. Yay I love saving money on this forum!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on June 20, 2012, 12:50:34 pm
EmeraldSue, you are on the wrong thread for saving money...! lol

Today I received a Additive Alert that I'd bought on eBay the other day, I really want to try and go as additive free as possible now that I have my thermomix. I think it'll make a big difference to DS's health, and hopefully he's asthma and eczema.

(http://cdn4.fishpond.com.au/0006/837/737/2437791/4.jpeg)


And... I bought the yoghurt maker, too. I ended up going with this one because the individual cups were a big bigger. Yesterday's yoghurt wasn't exactly a success, I think I finished it too soon - it had started to set but was still quite runny. DS liked the taste of it - he kept asking for more, and that was plain yoghurt which s a big plus. I liked it, but was a bit put off by the fact that it was still warm.

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTAwMFgxMDI0/$(KGrHqRHJCEE63(URhzdBO3uCogBv!~~60_1.JPG?set_id=8800005007)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 12:58:48 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on June 20, 2012, 12:07:43 pm
Thanks Julia. That is the one I was looking at. I'll just chop my herbs in the TC Instead. Yay I love saving money on this forum!

Get off this thread Sue.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Tasty on June 20, 2012, 01:12:55 pm
Well I've been shopping a couple of days last week and happened to come across some good things today when I wasn't actually looking for stuff! Today I actually found some things I have been looking for- yay!

Bought high-waisted jeans - I hate how hard they are to find and how you always have to worry about bum hanging out with most of the jeans out there!!

Also bought some pretty tops and I can even use them for breastfeeding - it's such a challenge to find tops I can breastfeed in that don't cost a fortune and don't look daggy.

And we bought a DVD player to replace our one that packed up.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on June 20, 2012, 02:06:59 pm
Quote from: Tasty on June 20, 2012, 01:12:55 pm
Bought high-waisted jeans - I hate how hard they are to find and how you always have to worry about bum hanging out with most of the jeans out there!!

Tasty, try Katies. DS was born by emergency caesarian, and the wound go infected. My stomach is still pretty dodgy, and I can't wear low cut pants anymore. Half way through the day and my stomach is so sore, but I found a pair of jeans at Katies once by fluke, and they are amazingly comfortable.I just had a look and I can't find anything on them about their style, but I remember they were something like flat tummy jeans or something like that. They aren't traditional jeans in that they don't have a zip and buttons, they have waistband of sorts that flattens your tummy. I'm making them sound nasty, but they are actually quite flattering.

OK, I just found them on their website (http://www.katies.com.au/Controls/ULTIMATE-STRAIGHT-JEAN-REGULAR.aspx?p25857), see? Not daggy at all! lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on June 20, 2012, 02:31:47 pm
I'm glad that Snappy asked what an aebleskiver pan was because I didn't know either and was afraid to ask. It sounds interesting but I don't need anything else like that in the house to tempt me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Tasty on June 20, 2012, 02:41:06 pm
Thanks Jakodai - the description doesn't sound good but theycertainly do look good. I'll certainly go there when I next need jeans. They remind me of maternity jeans but even those don't fit me anymore....I can't work that one out as I am smaller  ???

The higher-waisted ones I bought are also 'tummy trimmer' ones so at least I've got that....now to just get rid of that tummy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on June 20, 2012, 06:32:41 pm
i love my, not your daughters jeans  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 20, 2012, 07:45:43 pm
Not your daughters jeans are just the best. They flatten your tummy and lift the toosh.
They are very comfortable.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 20, 2012, 07:57:42 pm
Funny I tried some NYD jeans at the weekend and they didn't suit at all.

Luckily the ones that suit me are £50 whereas NYD are £141

So glad dashing den that you asked about the  aeble whatsit  asI had my glasses on already and thought I needed stronger lenses ?? LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 08:54:42 pm
Aebleskivers are a filled pancake that remind me of a pofferjte (sp?).  Wheel and Barrow have the pan and the book but I must admit I got the pan from amazon because I was getting some shirts for my son anyway ($8 on amazon, $50 in rebel sport....I don't think so!).

I hate to admit it, but my favorite jeans at the moment are a $15 pair from big w.  I'm suffering a major wardrobe crisis as I've lost a fair bit of weight so my old clothes dont fit and my old old old clothes are tooooooooop small.  I was buying my "larger" size clothes from woman within in America and using a freight forwarder.....they now ship direct to Australia (yay) so I might treat myself to some new size L (or maybe M) :) stuff for summer.  I buy their clearance items which are usually the right season for us and are extremely good value.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on June 20, 2012, 09:29:10 pm
Jakodai, I have that book and it's good. My MIL bought me Low to No Additive cookbook and I love it. Has lots of everyday additive free recipes in it and a shopping list at the back for the ingredients, which are additive free.

I have been doing additive free for nearly 3 years now and it definitely is better for us all. PM me if you need any help.

I hate buying jeans..... I have a little waist but massive thighs. To get jeans to fit my thighs they are then too big in the waist.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 20, 2012, 09:38:10 pm
Do you think you could make this danish recipe for aebleskivers in a Yorkshire pudding tin in the oven and turn over part way through?


http://www.karenblixen.com/aebleskiver.html


Comments welcome. With  *: no way I can buy anything else for kitchen!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 20, 2012, 11:41:50 pm


btw, if I may ask that you all puleeze don't spend all your money at Pete's cuz I am preparing something new to appear in the Kitchen Kit shop some time in August. Though it's something quite small, that I use several times a day with my TMX, and it's inexpensive...  but you may just want to order up a whole lot of them    

(  waaaaaaa wish I could be at ForumFest too   )


I copied that bit from another thread. Helene at superkitchenmachine.com  has come up,with some wee goodie  to add  to her spatula and brushes . What could it  be? I think she should give us a wee hint instead of waiting until  AUGUST.  Not fair I say.  Bwwwwwwwwaaa.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jude59 on June 21, 2012, 12:41:10 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 20, 2012, 08:07:25 am
I've done that...the free shipping bit and then wondered why I have....but it feels so good to think that you've saved money :), even when you haven't.

The aebleskiver pan is a glorified danish pancake pan that you make filled pancakes in :) and the pancake and cupcake pens are to save my kitchen from being covered in cake/pancake mix every time the feral fairy decides to make them.  I seem to get batter everywhere.  I threatened to stop her and her cousin from ever coming in my kitchen once when they decided we HAD to make marshmallow iced cupcakes....I don't think there was a surface including the fridge and the rangehood that they didin't coat in the icing.

Haha. Yep I was up to $93 and $11 postage so trawled around for something in the $10 range and then patted myself on the back for getting something for nothing - LOL. I'm great at enabling myself in shopping and rationalization is my true strong point!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 21, 2012, 04:52:27 am
I just picked up my new iPad, waiting for it to load all the apps etc. can't wait to play with it. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on June 21, 2012, 06:06:33 am
Just ordered spatulas & brushes from Helene, then ordered a case of wine to celebrate!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 21, 2012, 06:07:36 am
I will be adding to this thread soon..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2012, 06:12:43 am
Quote from: deedub on June 21, 2012, 06:06:33 am
Just ordered spatulas & brushes from Helene, then ordered a case of wine to celebrate!

That's the way.
Quote from: obbie on June 21, 2012, 06:07:36 am
I will be adding to this thread soon..

Oh o.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 06:25:54 am
I just received Aldi's email for next week.  I can see a trip there coming up....I want some more of their cast iron...I've been really happy with what I already have...they have nice looking copper saucepans as well, but I already have two commercial sets that I rarely use since Tom (TM31) moved in.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 21, 2012, 06:48:50 am
You must have massive storage stacelee. I have a huge storeroom (tiny kitchen) but I don't think it could hold all your kitchen gear.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 06:58:56 am
Nope...I actually don't...I'm just good at fitting stuff in....I'm jealous of my mother who has a large kitchen and one entire wall of her garage that is proper cupboards.  I have told her that I don't want to inherit any of her "stuff".  She used to do a lot of entertaining and has some fantastic platters etc.  One of the catches of working in our industry is you have access to lots of kitchen related stuff...and it is hard to resist bringing it home.  We actually had one of the first microwaves in Brisbane many years ago because my father wanted to play with it....we also have had commercial juicers, blenders etc brought home.  One of our suppliers is now my favourite :) because he has promised I can play with a couple of his products for a few days in the future....unfortunately I will have to give them back.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 21, 2012, 07:05:24 am
I did it, $112.00 including postage for baking dishes at POK....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2012, 07:08:17 am
DIdi ever say I love Peters?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 21, 2012, 07:09:38 am
I will tell DH when I receive them, he will need more car bits soon..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2012, 08:48:53 am
Robyn I mention car parts when I buy things too. :D :D I don't think I'll ever catch DH as his parts come from USA and the freight is horrific. He has to get them from there as he can buy new parts for his 1930's cars.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 08:59:23 am
I'm glad I'm not the only one who stops "discussions" with that....my husband brings in bits from England for his old mx5 and also buys way too much photography gear.  He isn't brave enough to play that game with me....although he did convince me not to get a Hotmix Pro but that was more because my kitchen bench won't fit it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 21, 2012, 10:54:23 am
Can I suggest if anyone likes luxury, softness and comfort in bed, please, please have a look at microfleece sheets.  I have never, ever laid on anything so gorgeous!  I bought one sheet set, (in latte) and will be getting one more set.  Am so tempted to buy a set for each of my 'kids' as I know they wouldn't have felt anything like them either.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2012, 11:12:35 am
Someone gave me some micro fleece sheets  but I gave them away after a few months  as I really like hard crisp sheets like hotel  quality. It is probably because I am always moving in my bed  to find a cool spot. If you like soft and cuddly then the micro fleece are for you.

Too hot for the tropics I think and tend to pil or get fuzz pretty quickly. They are not expensive and I think kids will love them for the soft warmth.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 21, 2012, 11:45:43 am
Gert, yes they would be too warm for Qld, but we've been getting -1 here some nights.  I don't like elec blankets but use a woolen underlay.  Can get pretty cold especially when DH is on nightshift!  ;D  Love the crisp sheets in summer though.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on June 21, 2012, 01:20:25 pm
Like the sound of those sheets Julie. Love crisp sheets in summer, but NOT good in a Melbourne winter. Now excuse me while I go & fill the hot water bottle - it's bedtime for me!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 21, 2012, 01:20:39 pm
I've already ad to get rd of a top of the ange latex mattress because it was too ht so doesn't sound like the micro fleece is for me but the kids would love them. Where's the best place to buy them?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 21, 2012, 01:47:20 pm
Wonder, if my memory is correct, Maddy bought a latex bed and found it really hot and uncomfortable too. (http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/1sm222thirst_hot.gif)
I got my sheets from the link below on special.  Couldn't find any locally. $10 flat rate postage.

http://www.manchestermore.com.au/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&Itemid=8&category_id=11&product_id=1607&vmcchk=1&Itemid=8
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 21, 2012, 02:55:12 pm
Quote from: JulieO on June 21, 2012, 01:47:20 pm
Wonder, if my memory is correct, Maddy bought a latex bed and found it really hot and uncomfortable too. (http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/1sm222thirst_hot.gif)

yes indeedy!!!....people use cooling gel mats for the matress....not just for hot flushes...but for the new stupid latex beds!

Well I have smashed my way down to only 3 dinner plates, and 4 side plates....I am such a clumsy dish washer  :P
So I picked up 8  corelle square dinner & side plates,  as woolies had 30% off them.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/75a1105d.jpg)

.....  Maybe I should use plastic plates.

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Post by: meganjane on June 21, 2012, 03:14:16 pm
They look great Maddy.

I love my latex bed! I do have an eggshell on top of it though, so maybe that's why we don't get hot (aside from my hot flushes).

Well I went and bought the pasta attachments for my Kitchen Aid and some cheesemaking stuff.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 21, 2012, 05:31:54 pm
Well guess who's too hot to sleep!  :-))  DH is comfortably snoozing, but he feels the cold more than I do.  The sheets feel so luxurious, but it's like having the elec blanket on low.   I don't think I'll be able to continue using them.  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 21, 2012, 09:16:55 pm
Maddy I have corelle dinner set too, I did look at them as I walked past yesterday but decided not to get anymore. They are chip resistant but I have managed to break two bowls so far. But think I have had them a couple of years, so that's pretty good :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 09:42:49 pm
I wish my crockery would break.  I have white commercial crockery that is going on for twenty years old. It has survived toddlers, fights, teenagers and several moves. I'm bored with it but it is still in good condition so I have no excuse to replace it. Wish you well to use your new plates.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on June 21, 2012, 10:03:04 pm
same here Lee i have the steelite ones and they never bloody break

but i having been buying the corelle ones when on sale  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 22, 2012, 12:57:36 am
I am not buying anything today...
stay of ebay... ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 22, 2012, 01:06:23 am
My current weaknesses are Amazon and the T2 shop.  With all the insomnia I've had lately I'm chewing through books at a great rate and drinking herbal teas (and a few normal ones) like they are going out of fashion.  Luckily I get an email every day telling me what books are currently free so I'm discovering a few new authors.  I don't go near ebay any more unless there is something in particular that I am looking for.....it is tooooooo tempting to spend money.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 22, 2012, 01:50:31 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 22, 2012, 01:06:23 am
My current weaknesses are Amazon and the T2 shop.  With all the insomnia I've had lately I'm chewing through books at a great rate and drinking herbal teas (and a few normal ones) like they are going out of fashion.  Luckily I get an email every day telling me what books are currently free so I'm discovering a few new authors.  I don't go near ebay any more unless there is something in particular that I am looking for.....it is tooooooo tempting to spend money.

Snap stacelee. Love my amazon and the freebie books. Every once and a while I have to buy a good one though.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jude59 on June 22, 2012, 03:36:19 am
oh that was quick my new bread tins etc have arrived here at work already :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on June 22, 2012, 04:00:49 am
Bread sticks for the weekend then Jude  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 22, 2012, 07:55:48 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 09:42:49 pm
I wish my crockery would break.

let me wash your dishes Stace...I'll smash them up good for you  ;)

Well managed to spend 5 hours shopping in town...such a struggle it was  I tell you :P
What I was initially going in to buy, I couldn't....because an ex boyfriend owns the surf shop, He was there, i freaked, and I snuck out the store empty handed   :P  I did buy

Another oilskin tote

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/aa177c94.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6e72c50a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/73c33b2d.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/73a60d7f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/036c0854.jpg)

And a little something for Master 10 on a good mid year report
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/da2ce1f6.jpg)


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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2012, 08:03:00 am
Good on you Maddy. I love the books and the tote. I'm a bit to big for the bear. :'(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 22, 2012, 08:03:25 am
I wish they did break that easily ;(.  Unfortunately they are really tough and don't even seem to chip. At least I can hide them in the pantry.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7a6fd7ed-18da-1196.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 22, 2012, 09:50:28 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 22, 2012, 08:03:25 am
I wish they did break that easily ;(.  Unfortunately they are really tough and don't even seem to chip. At least I can hide them in the pantry.

....maybe I should buy your crockery then  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 22, 2012, 09:59:06 am
Maddy, why are you freaking out at being served by an ex boy friend?
It must have been a while ago now.

Very nice purchases by the way Maddy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 22, 2012, 10:21:12 am
Loving my new microwave...these are my ciabatta after their second rise in the microwave.  I now have in preheating ready to bake them on steam convection.(http://img.tapatalk.com/7a6fd7ed-3902-6f32.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 22, 2012, 10:25:39 am
my DH bought an iPad3 yesterday. He is currently trying to Skype me from the other end of the dining table  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 22, 2012, 10:26:24 am
How does the steam convection microwave work? I have heard of them but haven't seen one. My microwave is a convention microwave.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on June 22, 2012, 10:26:59 am
Lol, now that's the way to go. I haven't tried Skype
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 22, 2012, 10:31:07 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 22, 2012, 10:25:39 am
my DH bought an iPad3 yesterday. He is currently trying to Skype me from the other end of the dining table  :-))

Has it worked CP?
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Post by: gertbysea on June 22, 2012, 10:37:11 am
Face time is better
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Post by: dede on June 22, 2012, 10:44:04 am
That could be fun too.
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Post by: Tasty on June 22, 2012, 01:22:36 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 22, 2012, 10:25:39 am
my DH bought an iPad3 yesterday. He is currently trying to Skype me from the other end of the dining table  :-))


LOL - you crack me up CP!!
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Post by: meganjane on June 22, 2012, 02:05:35 pm
 ;D My sis bought an iPad3 and we played Words With Friends against each other one night until midnight!

We were sitting opposite each other and I was helping her with her words!! ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 22, 2012, 02:10:14 pm
Oh boy it will be iPads at 10 paces at the weekend Fest
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 22, 2012, 02:20:29 pm
This is DH's, love it love it love it. Am currently on it for the first time, and I want one! He's FIFO so we got one so he can download movies and stuff. We also got this neat little cover and keyboard that was $100 and you can type really fast and the screen can be angled at about 75 degrees. Am typing really fast....wheeee
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Post by: gertbysea on June 22, 2012, 10:09:33 pm
A good app to have if you needs movies or Tv is the iBBC . For only $90 a year you get a lot of interesting stuff.

I have a Zaggfolio CP with a neat keyboard buti can't use itin bed easily.  Try using the voice recognition too.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on June 23, 2012, 12:21:34 am
I finally bit the bullet and have ordered an iPad.  Partly because I have some (tentative) travel plans and would prefer to travel with something lighter than my 17" MacBookPro for which I have one of the high security cases that is supposed to be strong enough to drive over and which weighs accordingly.
It does have a shoulder strap but it hurts my shoulder if I carry it that way for too long.

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Post by: gertbysea on June 23, 2012, 02:40:28 am
Andie you will love it to bits. Great for travelling. Fits in a handbag with. Slimline case. I never leave home without it.

Gert
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Post by: dede on June 23, 2012, 02:44:16 am
You will love it. My iPad is my favorite toy at the moment. Although I seem to spend more time on the forum now :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 23, 2012, 02:58:51 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 22, 2012, 10:09:33 pm
A good app to have if you needs movies or Tv is the iBBC . For only $90 a year you get a lot of interesting stuff.

I have a Zaggfolio CP with a neat keyboard buti can't use itin bed easily.  Try using the voice recognition too.

Gert

Thanks for that Gretch, I'll let him know.
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Post by: deedub on June 23, 2012, 03:43:19 am
Quote from: maddy on June 22, 2012, 07:55:48 am
Quote from: stacelee on June 21, 2012, 09:42:49 pm
I wish my crockery would break.

let me wash your dishes Stace...I'll smash them up good for you  ;)

Well managed to spend 5 hours shopping in town...such a struggle it was  I tell you :P
What I was initially going in to buy, I couldn't....because an ex boyfriend owns the surf shop, He was there, i freaked, and I snuck out the store empty handed   :P  I did buy



And a little something for Master 10 on a good mid year report
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Bombers Maddy? Does that break your heart?
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Post by: Halex on June 23, 2012, 03:46:37 am
DH a staunch bombers  fan. Brn & bred in essendon.

Bought ds all bombers stuff, but not interested he is a wce fan, much to dh dissapointment >:(
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Post by: maddy on June 23, 2012, 06:27:06 am
Quote from: deedub on June 23, 2012, 03:43:19 am
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Bombers Maddy? Does that break your heart?
[/quote]

LOL...not me, but his Dad....he's been trying to convert him to the cats for 5 years now...no go  :P
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Post by: stacelee on June 23, 2012, 09:41:39 am
I have some gold coast suns stuff going cheap :p....only catch is you have to go to the games with my husband.....I so don't get football.  Give me V8's anytime.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 23, 2012, 11:46:03 am
That's exciting that your DH has an iPad CP.  y You will soon have one on your list.

We got wifi in the house today. It'svery exciting. It certainly makes using the  iPad easier.
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Post by: dede on June 23, 2012, 11:51:49 am
Wifi is so so good in this house, the kids have there own computers, I have my laptop and iPad , and we now have a wifi printer/scanner that we all share.
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Post by: jakodai on June 23, 2012, 01:08:37 pm
I bought Tenina's For Foods Sake today - I found a book shop in South Melbourne that had 1 copy left. Although, when I got there there was another one, but I don't care - I finally have my own copy now!

I also bought a 20cm square cake run with a loose bottom to make slices and that kind of stuff in.
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Post by: dede on June 23, 2012, 09:07:07 pm
For any guys out there, thought you might be interested in this book. :D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cbbfc52-21e5-95f8.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 23, 2012, 09:08:12 pm
It that volume one :D :D
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Post by: dede on June 23, 2012, 09:11:25 pm
I think so CC. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 24, 2012, 03:46:07 am
I do love this forum. If you are ever down you only need to come on here for a good chuckle. Thanks again dede.
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Post by: obbie on June 24, 2012, 04:04:01 am
Waiting for Michelle, to add her shopping
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Post by: judydawn on June 24, 2012, 04:33:20 am
Good one Mandi  :D :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2012, 09:24:18 am
😄😄😄
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Post by: faffa_70 on June 24, 2012, 11:01:16 am
Well I got me an iPad too 😄😄 just in case you haven't read the birthday thread.  CP you should put in a request for a late birthday present!!!
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2012, 11:05:23 am
Oooo such fun faffa!! Dh and i are addicted as are the kids... We usually have to fight them for it lol
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Post by: dede on June 24, 2012, 11:07:33 am
Oh that's great Faffa. You will soon be addicted too. There are a few of us now on here with iPads :)
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Post by: stacelee on June 24, 2012, 11:08:08 am
You won't regret it.  I actually buy my handbags based on whether my iPad will fit.

I took the girls shopping after the movie today and ended up getting a tote to carry my quilting stuff around in from Lincraft.  I then went and bought yet more groceries...I'm not sure where the food disappears to. I'm going to be brave tomorrow (maybe) and take the girls op shopping, so who knows what they will buy.  My other purchase today was a chai teacup for dh and a box of creamy chocolate chai tea for him...he snitched my sample cup as I walked out of the store (I hadn't actually bought anything)...I had to go back in and buy the tea for him.
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Post by: maddy on June 25, 2012, 03:20:38 am
Swiss Diamond crepe pan
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7c598fe3.jpg)

Nordic ware pie tin with high dome lid
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3e7dc0c9.jpg)

Pastry top cutter
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4f5d7b6f.jpg)

Lids for the KA bowl
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b9d2cd65.jpg)

Bench stand for my pink bamix
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/78647349.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on June 25, 2012, 03:27:43 am
Maddy, I've got the pastry top cutter, just remember to flour it well.  The KA bowl seals are good too.  :)
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Post by: maddy on June 25, 2012, 03:33:33 am
Quote from: JulieO on June 25, 2012, 03:27:43 am
Maddy, I've got the pastry top cutter, just remember to flour it well. 

Good point, I probably wouldn't have thought to do that at all  :P think you just saved me some  anguish   8)
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Post by: jakodai on June 25, 2012, 04:49:46 am
I got a little carried away in eBay today...

Hat, mittens and hat for DS
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And I also bought an external speaker for the iPad as the sound doesn't work anymore and DS uses it for a lot of educational apps that are kind of useless without sound. I'm thinking of giving him the iPad and getting myself a new one. It's getting to be a bit of a nuisance now as we both want to use it at the same time, and I like him using it because it has taught most of the letters in the alphabet, and how to count to 15. And I have all my recipes on it in Paprika.
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Post by: maddy on June 25, 2012, 04:55:26 am
Oh the hat and mittens are adorable!  :)
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Post by: jakodai on June 25, 2012, 05:11:21 am
I know, right? They were about double what I wanted to spend, but I was only after the mittens, so it wasn't too bad. He wanted wear my 'keep warm' (scarf... Lol) this morning and I have to keep his ears warns so the whole set will get used.
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Post by: maddy on June 25, 2012, 01:51:33 pm
Thought my shopping quota for the week was done...apparently not  :P

For me & DD...my old ones finally kicked the bucket
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For DD
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(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d20cd9d3.jpg)

For DS...the latest boy craze...I don't get it  :-\
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/33227096.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 05:34:10 pm
Maddy where did you get those pastry cutters and what brand are they.. The lattice type one is gorgeous.. I want i want lol
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 05:34:54 pm
Wonder id you can get bigger ones too...
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 25, 2012, 06:07:48 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 05:34:10 pm
Maddy where did you get those pastry cutters and what brand are they.. The lattice type one is gorgeous.. I want i want lol
Remember you are moving :D :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 06:14:34 pm
Yes i know and that is keeping me in check for the most part although ive bought so many cookbooks lol and have a few things i want to buy before leaving and anyway thats little and weighs nothing lol..😝
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 25, 2012, 06:19:38 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 06:14:34 pm
have a few things i want to buy before leaving and anyway thats little and weighs nothing lol..😝
Great thinking :D :D
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Post by: stacelee on June 25, 2012, 09:49:36 pm
Books are a killer for me.....last time we moved (12 years ago) I think I had more book boxes than anything else.  I've gotten rid of a lot of mine now but the kids and dh have heaps.  The kids don't buy many real books any more thank goodness, it's mostly ebooks now and nearly all of mine are ebooks.  I just need more cookbooks to be released as ebooks.

No shopping for me today, I will be too busy at work :( but I'm hoping my sons shirts will arrive from Amazon.
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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2012, 09:57:41 pm
I am sure to add to here again this week.
going to cairns sunday, shopping for me, movies for the kids...
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Post by: mcmich on June 25, 2012, 10:05:51 pm
I'm waiting for for my ebay shopping to arrive that I bought on the weekend.
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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2012, 10:07:25 pm
I have to pay for what my DH bought on ebay last nite..
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Post by: jakodai on June 25, 2012, 10:26:57 pm
Quote from: obbie on June 25, 2012, 10:07:25 pm
I have to pay for what my DH bought on ebay last nite..

That sounds promising... What did he buy? Was it at least something you could share?
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2012, 12:32:37 am
Not another car Robyn  ;D
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Post by: maddy on June 26, 2012, 12:38:49 am
Quote from: Frozzie on June 25, 2012, 05:34:10 pm
Maddy where did you get those pastry cutters and what brand are they.. The lattice type one is gorgeous.. I want i want lol

They were from Kitchenware direct. 
http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Nordic-Ware-Lattice-Hearts-Pie-Top-Cutter


But there are lots of different ones from Amazon, which is probably easier for you to order.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dgarden&field-keywords=Pie+top+cutter
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Post by: goldfish on June 26, 2012, 01:40:14 am
Thank, Maddy - the pie cutters are beautiful.  I like using Amazon because of the reviews . . .and they're cheaper as long as the Aust dollar remains high . . . .
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2012, 01:51:36 am
No Judy, 7 is enough. :)
 Car mats for $400 custom made for the panel van
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and a jack for it as well.



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Post by: Halex on June 26, 2012, 07:04:55 am
Oooh nayghty me
Just purchased another chest freezer, same as we have already. Would love a drawer one but cant justufy the extra $s.

Checked out the shops & $80 cheaper on line. Free delivery, delivery thursday.

Now I can buy more meat in bulk, yay, happy happy happy

 :)
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Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2012, 07:06:14 am
How many freezers do have now Hally?
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2012, 07:08:48 am
Great new Hally.

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Post by: Halex on June 26, 2012, 07:12:34 am
Well i have my fridge freezer in the kitchen, same as Gerts. My chest freezer, now my new chest freezer & my old fridge freezer from our last house.

Just about enough for a family of 3 ;D ;D

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Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2012, 07:27:35 am
 ;D ;D ;D
What brand did you get Hally? I have a 6 drawer freezer and would like to purchase a chest freezer as well.
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Post by: Halex on June 26, 2012, 07:30:18 am
164L Fisher & Paykel Chest Freezer H160S
Code: H160S
1   $369.00

I have had my old one for about 7 years, no problems with it. As you know it gets used daily.
 :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2012, 07:34:08 am
I'm sure you'll have no trouble filling the new one Hally.
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Post by: Jude59 on June 26, 2012, 07:38:53 am
I bought our second freezer because of the TMX really and all the extra preserves and stocks I was making.  We have an upright freezer a fridge and a wine cooler in the house and the chest freezer and another fridge in the garage.  I think the chest freezer stocks more food than the upright with the shelves but the upright is easier to find things.  I tend to use the upright for my sauces, stocks, pureed veg, chutneys, nuts, spices, frozen ice and coconut milk and fruits (for sorbets) - sort of like a frozen pantry and the chest for all other frozens. I think if you are filling them Hally then you definitely need them :) There is only the two of us.
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Post by: courton on June 26, 2012, 07:46:44 am
Oh I am so jealous! Would love another freezer but no space!
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Post by: jakodai on June 26, 2012, 07:52:53 am
I only have the small freezer in my fridge. I would love another freezer but I have nowhere to put it. I have thought of all possibilities, but nothing works. I was hoping to put one on my little balcony, but there's no power out there.
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Post by: Wonder on June 26, 2012, 08:25:06 am
There are 4 of us and we just have the one freezer on our side by side fridge/freezer. Sometimes I need a little extra space but I can't imagine needing more than two. I'm really not a big one for eating frozen meals and never seem to enjoy them as much as freshly made. I also like buying my meat depending on what we feel like to eat rather than having a heap already in the freezer. Good on you though H for being so organised.
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Post by: maddy on June 26, 2012, 08:28:10 am
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In both colours :-[
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Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2012, 08:33:26 am
A girl after my own heart. You can never have too many pairs of boots.
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Post by: keiramax on June 26, 2012, 08:52:57 am
Love the boots Maddy,

I need to start my shoe collection again as my feet have increased in size by a whole shoe size since being pregnant.  I thought they would go back to normal until my Dr told me it's quite common due to the ligaments softening causing the feet to spread.  So now I have only 3 pairs of shoes that fit.  My girlfriend and sister in law were very happy as they scored a heap of shoes. 
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Post by: Jude59 on June 26, 2012, 09:06:22 am
Love those boots. I just totally love footwear :). We had a lovely holiday in France recently and particularly in Paris every second shop it seems is a shoe shop. Bought shoes galore as well as these blingy sandals for me and some absolutely darling Italian shoes for two of my granddaughters.
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2012, 09:11:15 am
Jude, love the blue ones...
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Post by: Jude59 on June 26, 2012, 09:13:03 am
Haha - me too.... went into the shop for them actually but couldn't resist the others as well!
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2012, 09:26:01 am
When you see a pair of shoes you like, you have to buy them there and then as they may not be there if you go back later ;)

Love seeing all the shoes/boots/other purchases - making me feel inadequate as a shopper these days though.
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Post by: Jude59 on June 26, 2012, 09:28:10 am
JD I have learnt the wisdom of your words the hard way!  When you go back for those items that said very loudly "buy me" and you ignored the call... well then you will NEVER find anything similar you liked as much as those you first laid eyes on.
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Post by: Halex on June 26, 2012, 09:30:02 am
love the boots & sandals.

Wonder, yes going to sort freezers into areas etc.

The meat saving is huge in bulk.

 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 26, 2012, 10:09:34 am
Quote from: Halex on June 26, 2012, 07:12:34 am
Well i have my fridge freezer in the kitchen, same as Gerts. My chest freezer, now my new chest freezer & my old fridge freezer from our last house.

Just about enough for a family of 3 ;D ;D



Spanking of the fridge H I am still having problems adjusting the temp on the freezer I am getting a bit of frost and ice. I am ,thinking is normal in this type of freezer. I would like to keep it to the lowest  temp possible . When I empty it out, hopefully soon, I will turn it off and start again.


Gert
Gert
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Post by: kezza on June 26, 2012, 11:24:40 am
My second TMX bowl arrived today.  Very excited :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 26, 2012, 11:34:07 am
Oh kezza how lovely.enjoy.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on June 26, 2012, 12:40:38 pm
Thx maddy 😘
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Post by: Bedlam on June 26, 2012, 02:48:18 pm


Quote

Spanking of the fridge H I am still having problems adjusting the temp on the freezer I am getting a bit of frost and ice. I am ,thinking is normal in this type of freezer. I would like to keep it to the lowest  temp possible . When I empty it out, hopefully soon, I will turn it off and start again.


Gert
Gert

We had a horrible happening with our new fridge over the weekend. It decided to kepp a temp of 14C, both fridge and freezer. Had it well stocked, all to be thrown out.  We bought the fridge in november, 6 months old. Anyway, phoned for a service call and was told to tun off for 20 minutes so it cn reset itself. Sure enough all good now. I think the recent thundestorms upset it.
Technology huh!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 26, 2012, 03:08:47 pm
Thanks for that bedlam. I will try that once I empty the freezer.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on June 26, 2012, 06:53:30 pm
I have an LG fridge with digital controls, screen, etc., and I was advised to put a surge protector on the electric outlet because they can be disrupted by power surges, lightning strikes nearby, etc.

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Post by: Halex on June 26, 2012, 09:03:54 pm
Gert, I have ad no probs with mine at all. The only ice is from the ice maker.

Do as Bedlams says, I often reset anything with a computer in it.  20 mins isnt long I would do it today. If that doesnt work get them out.

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Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2012, 12:04:54 am
I have to track down a Gameboy Advance for Brat Boy....apparently he is having a flashback to his childhood...I did point out that he is still in his childhood but was ignored.
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:08:21 am
My stuff arrived from POK, huge big box....Yippee ;D

I did tell DH, but not how much...
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Post by: AmandaN on June 27, 2012, 12:10:49 am
Stacelee:  The DS can play Game Boy games with some limitations.

http://www.nintendo.com/consumer/systems/ds/faq.jsp
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Post by: Halex on June 27, 2012, 12:16:15 am
Obbie, excitement ;D
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Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2012, 12:16:39 am
Thanks Amanda but bozo wants one to add to his collection of Retro consoles.  Unfortunately I'm a technogeek and we have acquired most of the various gaming systems since the late nineties and have never gotten rid of them but we missed out on the first couple of nintendos.....we did have a gameboy colour for brat boy but I gave it away when he got his SP back in 2002.  I'm not entirely sure why he has a bug in his brain about the gameboy advance (he has a gameboy advance sp) but apparently he HAS to have one.  I'm going to have to have a chat with him about wants and needs....but he works hard for his money at Maccas so I can't complain too much...he only has five months left before school ends and he has to be financially independent (or at least thats what I'm telling him!).
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:17:54 am
Yes Hally, can't wait  to get home today..
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2012, 12:20:18 am
Quote from: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:17:54 am
Yes Hally, can't wait  to get home today..

Don't ya just love Peters.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:24:19 am
Gert yes, I am now subscribed to the newsletter too...
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Post by: Halex on June 27, 2012, 12:25:32 am
Oh no Obbie, cant you go home & pick them up ???
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:27:02 am
Its ok, delivered here to my little shop..

I want to go home and cook in my new dishes...
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Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2012, 12:27:55 am
Wish you well to use them Obbie...
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Post by: Halex on June 27, 2012, 12:47:06 am
Well the no cooking challenge better not start today ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 12:49:52 am
Hally, I would fail at that challange....
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Post by: fundj&e on June 27, 2012, 01:01:16 am
robyn what did u buy? i cant find that post
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 01:42:31 am
6 pink baking dishes last week, they arrived today.http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Ceramic-Pie-Dish-Violet.aspxhttp://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Large-Oval-Baking-Dish-Violet.aspxhttp://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Large-Rectangular-Baking-Dish-Violet.aspxhttp://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Medium-Oval-Baking-Dish-Violet.aspx


 ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 01:44:39 am
did the link work...
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 01:48:18 am
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Ceramic-Pie-Dish-Violet.aspx
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bizzirri-Large-Oval-Baking-Dish-Violet.aspx
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Post by: fundj&e on June 27, 2012, 03:04:04 am
i love/hate Peter  ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 03:05:59 am
Uni, did it work the second time, all pink, 6 baking dishes.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 27, 2012, 03:07:39 am
Yes it did. what plans do you have for them?
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 03:24:20 am
start baking when I get home.

Maddy would like them... being pink. :D
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Post by: dede on June 27, 2012, 05:06:05 am
Brought a new staple gun for canvas stretching

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cbbe782-867b-7419.jpg)

Not very interesting for most but very handy for me :D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on June 27, 2012, 06:01:18 am
That looks good Dede I have an electric one, infact my neighbour just came and borrowed it about an hour ago.  I also find it a very handy tool.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2012, 06:19:24 am
Oooooo that is not good. Cancel your subscription immediately.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 06:20:35 am
whats not good Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2012, 06:25:32 am
Quote from: obbie on June 27, 2012, 06:20:35 am
whats not good Gert

Getting Peters. Newsletters.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 06:55:26 am
Oh well, not much real shopping up here.
Postage was cheap for a huge box of 6 dishes, in my car now,....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2012, 06:59:17 am
My oven trays and crochet hooks arrived today and I ordered my son a Gameboy Advance from Amazon....I also indulged my technogeek self and put a deposit on a retro android gaming console for me (for my birthday :) ) I tried to find my son a Super Nintendo for his birthday or some N64 games but decided that op shopping was probably a better idea than ebay....and I needed to go to a couple of meetings :(
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Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2012, 07:59:40 am
Mink blankets for the girls..they chose them
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2012, 08:03:51 am
I love the blankets Michele. The sandals are beautiful too. I bought some black glutinous rice today to make the icecream from Tenina's class. Not very exciting though.
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Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2012, 08:05:19 am
Ooohhh, a class with Tenina.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 27, 2012, 02:14:25 pm
Obbie, I may have to join you at peter's . The lasagne dish I have had for over 20 years cracked and broke tonight.I've just been to the website.  I can't decide between the red and the light blue one. Decisions, decisions, decisions.
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 10:22:28 pm
Emerald Sue, buy both.... I bought 6 dishes..
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2012, 10:30:39 pm
What I love about Peters is the delivery fee is so reasonable especially up here.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on June 27, 2012, 11:41:32 pm
I have finally looked properly at POK, oh lordy lord I couod buy a heap. Gordon Ramsays maze is soooo cheap.

Is it free postage anywhere in Australia.

 :)
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Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2012, 11:45:51 pm
Think it's about $9.00 Hally.
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2012, 11:52:36 pm
I paid $16 postage, got my stuff in 3 days, for a huge box up here. really good value.
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Post by: dede on June 28, 2012, 03:06:47 am
Well I just ordered a solar panel package, will have to wait 8-12 weeks for them to be installed. Can't wait. Will reduce our power bill, and with the price of power going up all the time it can only be a benefit. :)
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Post by: Halex on June 28, 2012, 03:52:03 am
Just as well i cant add cc details whilst on bike otherwise I woukd have spent  a fortune at POK.

Of home to have a coffee
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2012, 04:46:01 am
Hally, did you see todays deal at POK.

$75 for a bodum grill, bargain....
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Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2012, 04:50:12 am
Quote from: obbie on June 28, 2012, 04:46:01 am
Hally, did you see todays deal at POK.

$75 for a bodum grill, bargain....

Didn't I tell you to unsubscribe?  I wonder how you clean it.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on June 28, 2012, 04:55:23 am
i wonder about the smoke Gert, i have a power point under my dining table, i am ready 
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Post by: mcmich on June 28, 2012, 05:10:14 am
Quote from: fundj on June 28, 2012, 04:55:23 am
i wonder about the smoke Gert, i have a power point under my dining table, i am ready 

This is probably a silly question....Uni where's the power source come from for the powerpoint?
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2012, 05:14:25 am
properly the floor..
Youy can buy cleaning sponges / scourers at WW
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Post by: fundj&e on June 28, 2012, 05:18:58 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 28, 2012, 05:10:14 am
Quote from: fundj on June 28, 2012, 04:55:23 am
i wonder about the smoke Gert, i have a power point under my dining table, i am ready 

This is probably a silly question....Uni where's the power source come from for the powerpoint?

frank is a sparky, i dont ask how or where from  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2012, 05:27:20 am
Quote from: fundj on June 28, 2012, 05:18:58 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 28, 2012, 05:10:14 am
Quote from: fundj on June 28, 2012, 04:55:23 am
i wonder about the smoke Gert, i have a power point under my dining table, i am ready 

This is probably a silly question....Uni where's the power source come from for the powerpoint?

frank is a sparky, i dont ask how or where from  ;D

Does he trave?
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Post by: fundj&e on June 28, 2012, 05:35:05 am
 ??? does he what
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Post by: fundj&e on June 28, 2012, 05:35:47 am
ok i got it  ;D
 ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2012, 05:48:23 am
travel.....
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Post by: Frozzie on June 28, 2012, 10:29:17 pm
Lots of books and also bought a le creuset 35 cm french oven...

Two pairs of denim shorts, a dress, a skirt, two tops, bra sets.. Several :)) two pairs of sandals oh and two guides for italy.. Tuscny.. Cant wait.. And we have our own personal guide

One thing i want to get soon is the copper moulds for canneles... Yum!!
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Post by: maddy on June 29, 2012, 12:50:27 am
Quote from: obbie on June 28, 2012, 05:48:23 am
travel.....

Ooo, do tell Robyn.

Quote from: Frozzie on June 28, 2012, 10:29:17 pm
also bought a le creuset 35 cm french oven...

I love mine....so huge, and would no doubt smash your foot to pieces if you dropped it....they're soooo heavy!  Mine sits pretty on top of the oven....it wont fit in my doll house cupboards  :-))
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Post by: obbie on June 29, 2012, 12:56:56 am
Love my baking stuff from POK..
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Post by: obbie on June 29, 2012, 05:23:14 am
Dishwasher died last nite, So DH to buy a new one today.... :)
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Post by: fundj&e on June 29, 2012, 05:29:22 am
which one will he buy you robyn ?

i just placed an order on amazon  :-))

2 x icecream scoops and mini cheesecake pan
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Post by: obbie on June 29, 2012, 05:38:41 am
Who knows Uni, Its going to be a surprise this afternoon.

Better than washing up by hand.
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Post by: goldfish on June 29, 2012, 06:04:29 am
Uni - I also ordered some scoops - and another cake pan - and also saw this!  Haven't ordered it . .yet!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FDG97G/ref=cm_cr_asin_lnk

Love Amazon! ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on June 29, 2012, 06:05:47 am
im not looking GF
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2012, 06:21:18 am
I love peters and amazon
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Post by: goldfish on June 29, 2012, 06:43:39 am
Quote from: fundj on June 29, 2012, 06:05:47 am
im not looking GF

 ;D ;D  double dare you!!  ;D ;D . . let me know if you think it's worth it . . .!! ;)
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Post by: maddy on June 29, 2012, 07:00:15 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 29, 2012, 06:21:18 am
I love peters and amazon

me too  8) but Amazon can sometimes have killer postage!

Well this purchase was crazy, considering we have a freezer full of Moo...but I had to buy some beef from the butchers  :P  I have stupidly wedged all the meat in, and it's all stuck together  :-))  couldn't wait for hubby to get home and prize them off....so bought some.....and I'm not telling him....he'll go banana's  ;D

Picked up the Good Food comfort food magazine...yummy stuff, and paid thousands on bills  :-))  but that's not really shopping, is it?
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Post by: Frozzie on June 29, 2012, 07:09:04 am
Maddy i wanted the purple one but it was 100 euros extra for the same thing and didnt think the colour was worth that...

A gf told me about a le creuset factory shop in bordeaux that im going to check out when we go to see thm.. Might find some bargains..

Dh keeps telling me to stop buying stuff 😄😄😄

Oh and as for pok and everton etc ill avoid those sights until we get to oz otherwise ill be buying up heaps of stuff and sending it to my parents 😁

Haha re the beef... 😱
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Post by: andiesenji on June 29, 2012, 07:16:14 am
My iPad arrived today and I am still feeling my way through it.  I have downloaded the manual and need to figure out how to keep what I am looking at from drifting - it is really annoying.  I'm sure there has to be a way to lock it down but I haven't got that far yet.
I got it shortly before 6 p.m. and then a neighbor came over needing some help with a sewing project, needing to use my serger and it has been so long since I used it, I had to read the directions.  She is making Fourth of July costumes for her grandkids and her sewing machine suffered a breakdown. 

Also received an order of several  summer things - plaid seersucker capris and several color coordinated tops
Also some sandals, half an order, the rest supposed to arrive Saturday.  Some are also color coordinated with the new clothes.
Will take photos after the new clothes put through the steam dryer to get the wrinkles out. 
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Post by: obbie on June 29, 2012, 07:18:28 am
Hello Frozzie, Yes I am here alot.

I love everton online and POK..

don't listen to DH, keep shopping...
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2012, 07:22:19 am
Hi Kim, how's it going?  Are you buying things before you leave because of a huge saving?  I can just imagine DH tearing his hair out everytime you bring something else home  ;) 
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2012, 07:23:18 am
These apps are very helpful andi.

To,stop the drifting lock button is the tiny round one on the bottom edge when in landscape.  But it is also the lock for sounds on and off so you have to go to settings
general and find lock rotations to change it from sounds to rotation.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3ce738d1-49eb-cea2.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on June 29, 2012, 07:31:52 am
Hi obbie and jd

Im buying things jd as to buy them from oz will be a killer in postsge if they send things that far and anything french in oz seems to be overly priced!!

Also sales are on at the moment and it will be the last sales before we leave :((.. But he knew i wanted to buy certain things like the large le creuset and the cannele moulds and some shoes clothes etc... He doesnt say much just that i cant help myself...😄😄😄 i think the thing he doesnt like is more cookbooks... I keep seeing ones i want lol.. If i lost my cookbooks in the shipping i would be devastated...he doesnt understand why i need more cookbooks 😄😄

Dh bought me a lens and flash for my camera and the kids got some large playmobil...we have e latge shipping container plus we will send some stuff by air that we want sooner so its fine 😁
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2012, 08:20:53 am
Ooh, a large shipping container - that's great Kim.  Go do some more shopping ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 29, 2012, 08:31:05 am
😁😁
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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2012, 08:44:06 am
I love reading about everyone's shopping. POK is amazing. Kim, with a large shipping container I'm sure you'll be able to fit those bits and pieces in. ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on June 29, 2012, 09:45:12 am
😊
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Post by: stacelee on June 29, 2012, 10:05:20 am
I've just added to my sons retro gaming consoles with a Nintendo console for his birthday....I'm having major eighties flashbacks
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Post by: mcmich on June 30, 2012, 11:41:21 am
Bought some tupperware modular mates to help tidy up my pantry.
Bought them on ebay from Malaysia, I wanted the cranberry lids and Tupperware Australia don't have that colour anymore.
Hope I get them alright.
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Post by: nazar on June 30, 2012, 12:00:11 pm
 while l was away l brought a wireless  colour printer as l want to print out recipes from here and the beauiful photos that you members post

 a willow 24 mini muffin pan  they were half price at ww this week  so l got 2
 some craft items for me   and some lego for my sons for there birthdays
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Post by: mcmich on June 30, 2012, 12:41:33 pm
Nice buys nazar. I will have to check out the muffin pans.
What craft do you do?
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Post by: nazar on June 30, 2012, 01:23:17 pm
 l brought some scrapbooking paper and stickers from kmart
also l do card making and are trying to finish a l spy quilt l start for my son that l start too long ago to remember
l try my hand at lots of crafts but find l dont get around to them these days except for the one mention above

have a look at the ww catalogue   theres about 8 different sorts  there  l was so tempted but thought l would be good
l think there on sale  until wed
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Post by: droverjess on June 30, 2012, 08:00:33 pm
Went to the cash n carry, bought 20 lemons, washing soda, white vinegar, salt, sugar, beer for DH, kitchen towel, 3 duck breasts, a cucumber and a box of butter for freezer.
Then i went to the hardware store to get borax substitute and sunlight soap for the washing powder. And to our farming friend who sells his milk, as our cow is out in the field with her calf so not being milked at present.

Tomorrow I must get a spray thingy from the garden centre sale for miracle spray.

Nothing exciting, but  been a busy  *: bee.
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Post by: mcmich on June 30, 2012, 08:11:00 pm
Quote from: nazar on June 30, 2012, 01:23:17 pm
l brought some scrapbooking paper and stickers from kmart
also l do card making and are trying to finish a l spy quilt l start for my son that l start too long ago to remember
l try my hand at lots of crafts but find l dont get around to them these days except for the one mention above

have a look at the ww catalogue   theres about 8 different sorts  there  l was so tempted but thought l would be good
l think there on sell until wed
Thanks Nazzar, will go and have a look today.
I do card making too. Couple of months ago did the invitations for a friends wedding.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 30, 2012, 08:11:54 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on June 30, 2012, 08:00:33 pm
Went to the cash n carry, bought 20 lemons, washing soda, white vinegar, salt, sugar, beer for DH, kitchen towel, 3 duck breasts, a cucumber and a box of butter for freezer.
Then i went to the hardware store to get borax substitute and sunlight soap for the washing powder. And to our farming friend who sells his milk, as our cow is out in the field with her calf so not being milked at present.

Tomorrow I must get a spray thingy from the garden centre sale for miracle spray.

Nothing exciting, but  been a busy  *: bee.
DJ are you going to make the washing powder from the forum?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on June 30, 2012, 09:11:50 pm
Yes I intend to, and miracle spray.

Have you made them?
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Post by: andiesenji on June 30, 2012, 09:16:40 pm
Having some fun with my new iPad.
Had already ordered a case "skin" for it and some screen protectors (not easy getting all the bubbles out) but then thought I would get one of the screen covers and mentioned it to one of the guys in my computer club this morning.
He recommended this cover with keyboard combined (http://www.amazon.com/QQ-Tech%C2%AE-Generation-Removable-Detachable-Bluetooth/dp/B007UN40LK/ref=pd_sim_pc_82) and says for the price it is a great deal.

So, as soon as I got home from the meeting, I ordered one - in red  as white tends to get grungy and I have enough black stuff.

He also suggested I get this (http://www.amazon.com/iCraze-Laidback-Computer-Portable-Multifuctional/dp/B00466ND4E/ref=sr_1_29?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1341086752&sr=1-29&keywords=lap+stand+for+ipad+3), and since I can also use it with my MacBook Pro, I ordered one.  There are times when I do need the larger screen of the MacBook.
Also helpful when I am ensconced in my recliner and need to read in some of the larger and heavier books I have.

I opted for the iPad 64 with Wi-Fi because I don't really need 3G or 4G because I already have a broadband remote modem.

I'm still having some problems with figuring out what I did when the screen goes the wrong way I expect.  
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Post by: droverjess on June 30, 2012, 09:44:57 pm
My iPad still does weird things, or maybe me, the driver, does weird things!

It was Xmas present.

Love it but getting recipes off here into anything else just too challenging!

Enjoy andie

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Post by: mcmich on June 30, 2012, 09:51:07 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on June 30, 2012, 09:11:50 pm
Yes I intend to, and miracle spray.

Have you made them?
Have made the washing powder and found it quite good.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on June 30, 2012, 10:32:48 pm
I absolutely love my iPad for taking out and going away, it's really great for checking email and the forums etc, but much prefer my MBP for when at home.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2012, 12:31:40 am
Quote from: andiesenji on June 30, 2012, 09:16:40 pm
Having some fun with my new iPad.
Had already ordered a case "skin" for it and some screen protectors (not easy getting all the bubbles out) but then thought I would get one of the screen covers and mentioned it to one of the guys in my computer club this morning.
He recommended this cover with keyboard combined (http://www.amazon.com/QQ-Tech%C2%AE-Generation-Removable-Detachable-Bluetooth/dp/B007UN40LK/ref=pd_sim_pc_82) and says for the price it is a great deal.

So, as soon as I got home from the meeting, I ordered one - in red  as white tends to get grungy and I have enough black stuff.

He also suggested I get this (http://www.amazon.com/iCraze-Laidback-Computer-Portable-Multifuctional/dp/B00466ND4E/ref=sr_1_29?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1341086752&sr=1-29&keywords=lap+stand+for+ipad+3), and since I can also use it with my MacBook Pro, I ordered one.  There are times when I do need the larger screen of the MacBook.
Also helpful when I am ensconced in my recliner and need to read in some of the larger and heavier books I have.

I opted for the iPad 64 with Wi-Fi because I don't really need 3G or 4G because I already   a broadband remote modem.

I'm still having some problems with figuring out what I did when the screen goes the wrong way I expect.  


Andi go to settings scroll down to use side switch  there you will see you can use that switch to lock the rotation or to mute the sound. It does both but only one at a time. Tick lock rotation to the position you choose.

Did you know that you can also untype what you have just typed by shaking the iPad from side to side?

Download iPad secrets app for all the useful tips straight from the horses mouth

I bought the Zagg folio as it had a hard light weight case and fits in my handbag.

I needed the 3 G because there are very few places you can get free wifi here.

Sounds like you are having fun.

Gert
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Post by: courton on July 01, 2012, 02:03:36 am
Mcmich, please let me know when you receive your Tupperware and if you happy with it. I also ordered from a Malaysian site last year but had to get PayPal to intervene and get my $$ back since it was a no show.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: desi on July 01, 2012, 03:02:59 am
Gert, thank you for the reply.

Good news the coffee maker is working really well and we just enjoyed a nice macchiato :)

I think the problem was in the air intake system. As a last result we replaced the part that looks a little like a screw. It came as a spare with the other bits and pieces when we bought the machine. This is the only one that is not numbered out of the four pieces when the system is dismantle. Surprising enough it is not mentioned in the manual, then again it is translated from another language.

Cheers,

Desi
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2012, 03:25:33 am
Quote from: desi on July 01, 2012, 03:02:59 am
Gert, thank you for the reply.

Good news the coffee maker is working really well and we just enjoyed a nice macchiato :)

I think the problem was in the air intake system. As a last result we replaced the part that looks a little like a screw. It came as a spare with the other bits and pieces when we bought the machine. This is the only one that is not numbered out of the four pieces when the system is dismantle. Surprising enough it is not mentioned in the manual, then again it is translated from another language.

Cheers,

Desi


Good one Desi must have a look see if I have one. Thanks heaps for that and so happy it is working. Best ever coffee!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on July 01, 2012, 04:28:40 am
Went to a jewellery party yesterday & bought 2 necklaces & a ring. Went to put the necklace on to go out last night & it broke!  Now I have to contact the seller to get a replacement/refund - what a pain.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2012, 04:54:51 am
Was this what you were talking about? Was the one you replaced blocked at ll or maybe twisted around so the air was blocked.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3ce738d1-ca1b-1076.jpg)

Just wanted to know in case.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: desi on July 01, 2012, 05:34:45 am
Yes that's the one we replaced. It is interesting that they gave us a spare and now I have to make sure I always have a spare. It is so small we couldn't see if there was a blockage.

We are having people staying with us from tonight and they also love their coffee.

Cheers  :)

PS. The picture is a good idea Gert and I have to learn how to do it..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2012, 05:57:08 am
Quote from: desi on July 01, 2012, 05:34:45 am
Yes that's the one we replaced. It is interesting that they gave us a spare and now I have to make sure I always have a spare. It is so small we couldn't see if there was a blockage.

We are having people staying with us from tonight and they also love their coffee.

Cheers  :)

PS. The picture is a good idea Gert and I have to learn how to do it..

Just took it on my iPad and went to Tapatalk.

That is good to know and yes interesting they included it. While saying nothing
Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on July 01, 2012, 06:17:29 am
I'm going to order more from POK
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 01, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Robyn POK is very addictive. Turn around and run while you still can.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on July 01, 2012, 09:10:45 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 01, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Robyn POK is very addictive. Turn around and run while you still can.

Tell me about it!  I took Mum for a shop at POK and VB on Saturday.  Bought some canning and preserving equipment because i am really enjoying preserving things and making jams in the TMX
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Post by: goldfish on July 01, 2012, 12:10:05 pm
Quote from: mcmich on July 01, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Robyn POK is very addictive. Turn around and run while you still can.
Quote from: obbie on July 01, 2012, 06:17:29 am
I'm going to order more from POK

Excellent advice, Robyn!! while you can.. and as fast as you can . . . . . I mean run . . NOT order!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: jakodai on July 01, 2012, 12:57:33 pm
I bought a Tefal ActiFry today. I knew I shouldn't have, but I'm doing my best to make EVERYTHING at home, and takeaway deep-fried chips are my biggest downfall. And of course once you go to somewhere like Red Rooster or something to get chips, you also end up getting something else, and a drink, and before you know you're close to $20 for 2 people (1 and a half...). As long as I use that now instead of going out to get takeaway, I should be fine. It's actually moe of a nuisance for me to get takeaway, because although it's not that far away, it's either a 20 minute walk, or however long it takes for the tram to get there and with a toddler it's even more painful. I also bought a potato chipper to cut the chips to uniform sizes (I'm a little OCD like that) so making chips is really easy, and much healthier than Red Rooster.
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Post by: knittercook on July 01, 2012, 09:15:25 pm
Jakodai, I have been looking into one of those so will be glad to hear of reviews.
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Post by: stacelee on July 01, 2012, 09:40:04 pm
Knittercook,  the actifry is good if you want to be able to also stir fry,  there is also the Phillips air fryer which is a little more like a suped up oven, but is better for things like dim sims, chico rolls etc.  I tend to use the Phillips more than the tefal because it does great chipolata sausages and chicken wings.  Both machines have PDF instruction books and recipe books available as downloads from the manufacturers websites.
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Post by: obbie on July 01, 2012, 10:13:30 pm
I went down to Cairns yesterday, Myer sales... very disappointed. bought nothing at all.

there was hardly any staff, 1 person in the whole kitchenware section at the register, lots of stuff not priced, just  put on display.

POK has knives for $50 cheaper too.  watch for update today..... ;D

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Post by: knittercook on July 01, 2012, 10:29:24 pm
Quote from: stacelee on July 01, 2012, 09:40:04 pm
Knittercook,  the actifry is good if you want to be able to also stir fry,  there is also the Phillips air fryer which is a little more like a suped up oven, but is better for things like dim sims, chico rolls etc.  I tend to use the Phillips more than the tefal because it does great chipolata sausages and chicken wings.  Both machines have PDF instruction books and recipe books available as downloads from the manufacturers websites.

Thanks stacelee, we love our dim sims and chiko rolls so it sounds like the Philips may be more suitable, will go and investigate further :)
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Post by: JuicyFruit on July 02, 2012, 02:32:22 am
No shopping for me today, but ohh the mention of Chicko Rolls brings back memories! I used to live on those as a teenager Omnomnom .. Must remember to add that to my list of things I miss about Australia  ;D
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Post by: stacelee on July 02, 2012, 02:55:08 am
My husband loves them which is one of the reasons I got the Phillips fryer. Personally they are not my thing, but then neither are dim sims, although I will eat them if they are there.  I love stir frys which is why my mother got me the tefal.  I sometimes have both going depending on what I'm cooking.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 02, 2012, 03:18:58 am
I am not looking, I am not looking. I don't need it, I don't need it
 :D :D :D
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2012, 03:21:08 am
Go on Dizzy, buy something...
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 02, 2012, 03:23:16 am
Robyn, I just got my pressure cooker on Saturday. Better get my moneys worth on that one, before I get another cooking appliance.

I have my electic wok for stir fries and cook my chips in the oven. So probably don't need one
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2012, 03:29:36 am
Oh well... Do you like your pressure cooker. I love mine..
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 02, 2012, 05:06:09 am
Only used it once on Saturday night and I love it. The meat was so tender.
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Post by: andiesenji on July 02, 2012, 09:31:07 am
I just ordered a cookbook, after swearing I was not going to order any more.

This book on preserving (http://www.amazon.com/The-Preservation-Kitchen-Preserves-Aigre-doux/dp/1607741008/ref=pd_sim_b_2)  because a friend came to visit and brought some goodies made from this book.
Pickled celery, pickled fennel, garlic conserva, pickled leeks, lemon pickled baby turnips and Cranberry Aigre-Doux relish.

She also brought some prosciutto sliced so thin I could see through it, and arranged all the pickles and some crouton sticks on a platter - an antipasti platter, along with some cheeses.  It made a lovely meal that was slowly consumed over two or more hours.

It is now almost 1:30 a.m. - she arrived at 6:30 and just left half an hour ago - we watched two old 1930s movies and talked a lot, catching up as we haven't seen each other for four years - she moved to Hawaii and is now back because her significant other died and the friends they had made there sort of shunned her afterward - she thinks because she is now a single woman.  She still has lots of friends here and none of the married couples seem to find her in any way threatening.
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Post by: snappy on July 02, 2012, 10:26:45 am
Ooh Andi that book looks fabulous.  Please share any recipes you have success with converting. I now have a few preserving jars waiting to be filled!

That's a sad story about your friend - she is so lucky to have friends like you.
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Post by: maddy on July 02, 2012, 12:14:47 pm
Licorice all sorts shopping bag today....

Smiley face griddle pan

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/36ffe864.jpg)

Biscuit/whoopie pie trays

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/928b9792.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/317698a6.jpg)
Motorbike armour for Master 10

....and 2 Alpacas to try and ward off those foxes!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/398cb655.jpg)

The mongrels are taking too many lambs  :( so we are trying everything! 
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Post by: gertbysea on July 02, 2012, 12:20:23 pm
Maddy love those alpacas . I used to have an alpaca coat. Lol!

Gert
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Post by: maddy on July 02, 2012, 12:23:26 pm
Apparently Alpaca wool makes the warmest socks!.....can't see me spinning the wool though  :P
....hopefully they do their job, those fox mongrels are getting a $300 meal each lamb they take  >:(
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Post by: Katiej on July 02, 2012, 12:26:14 pm
I love Alpacas Maddy  :)
I have an Alpaca beanie - it's so warm and soft.  I wear it on the cold Adelaide mornings when I'm catching the train to work.
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Post by: dede on July 02, 2012, 12:41:31 pm
That's interesting Maddy. How do alpacas keep foxes away?
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Post by: maddy on July 02, 2012, 12:49:11 pm
Apparently they sense foxes, make a bit of racket and it scares them away.  if they get too close, they try and stomp them. 
We have to get them conditioned to the dogs though, as they will try and stomp them as well.
have also heard reports that they nurture lambs, and will stand by abandoned ones....so you have a better chance of seeing and getting them in time.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 02, 2012, 12:51:33 pm
Oh I so hope it works. They are lovely critters.

Makes my blood boil that you are getting so little for your lambs while consumers are paying up the $36. A kilo for chops.

Gert

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Post by: judydawn on July 02, 2012, 12:53:30 pm
They will be worth their weight in gold if all that works for you maddy - cute little things aren't they.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 02, 2012, 01:04:50 pm
Oh o has anyone seen Peters today.  http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=532467

IPad covers. Kindle too .


Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 02, 2012, 01:05:30 pm
So what are you going to call them Maddy. ;D
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Post by: Tasty on July 02, 2012, 01:25:38 pm
Some snuggly warm quilts with long sleeves arrived in the post today for that I purchased for my baby daugther. Trying to keep her warm without using the heater on these cold nights.

Also a teapot with infuser inside and some glass jars, which are actually a lot larger than I thought.

Love receiving parcels ;D
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Post by: maddy on July 02, 2012, 03:31:43 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 02, 2012, 01:05:30 pm
So what are you going to call them Maddy. ;D

....the kids name all the amimals so that could be interesting  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 02, 2012, 06:16:32 pm
Quote from: maddy on July 02, 2012, 03:31:43 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 02, 2012, 01:05:30 pm
So what are you going to call them Maddy. ;D

....the kids name all the amimals so that could be interesting  :D
I'll wait to hear with intrepidation ;D
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Post by: keiramax on July 02, 2012, 06:55:51 pm
We had my brothers Alpaca after the Black Saturday bushfires.  We only have a handful of sheep but he was very attentive.  We had a stray dog in the paddock and he gathered up the sheep and stood between them on guard.  Did you know they poo in the same spot all the time, makes it easy to collect and you can put it on the garden straight away,
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Post by: knittercook on July 02, 2012, 09:08:39 pm
Quote from: maddy on July 02, 2012, 12:23:26 pm
Apparently Alpaca wool makes the warmest socks!.....can't see me spinning the wool though  :P
....hopefully they do their job, those fox mongrels are getting a $300 meal each lamb they take  >:(

I knit with alpaca, it is gorgeous and soft and oh so warm! I hope they do the job, foxes are a real menace  >:(
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Post by: dede on July 02, 2012, 09:31:41 pm
These alpacas sound very interesting. We have a pet sheep who's name is alpaca :)
Didn't help much when 2 dogs attacked our sheep and killed 3 of them. Luckily the dogs were caught and were put down. They also attacked a cat and killed it and another flock of sheep the same night :(
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Post by: andiesenji on July 02, 2012, 09:57:52 pm
One of my friends has sheep and goats as well as two llamas that protect them. they had a problem with feral dogs and the llamas kicked a couple killing one.and lamin another. The dead one had been chipped and they were able to trace the owner and sued him for allowing his dogs to run loose and cause some sheep to miscarry. they had video of the dogs on an earlier incursion.
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2012, 10:01:38 pm
Maddy where did you get the griddle pan with smilies.
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Post by: stacelee on July 02, 2012, 11:06:47 pm
Robyn,  I'm pretty sure I've seen ones like that at target.....I think they were a Nordic ware brand.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 02, 2012, 11:19:01 pm
I love alpacas. Have been waiting 10 years for Macka and Wacka.
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Post by: maddy on July 02, 2012, 11:57:24 pm
Quote from: obbie on July 02, 2012, 10:01:38 pm
Maddy where did you get the griddle pan with smilies.

They were at target, reduced to $22, and at the moment if you bought 4 homewares, you get 40% off the lot  :)

Quote from: keiramax on July 02, 2012, 06:55:51 pm
We had a stray dog in the paddock and he gathered up the sheep and stood between them on guard.  Did you know they poo in the same spot all the time, makes it easy to collect and you can put it on the garden straight away,

I only found out they poop in one spot  :P  aren't they considerate. LOL.
we have been told a few stories of their nurturing, which is just a bonus. 
They are being delivered today, so hubby is checking the paddocks now with trepidation.  Hubby is spotlighting every night, and he's seen them running in packs  >:(  They are even striking the older lambs now, so it's a real problem!
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Post by: droverjess on July 03, 2012, 08:04:33 am
How awful Mandy. Intrigued by the alpacas.
Please keep us posted.

We've had dog attacks on every farm we've been on.
Once lost 25 9 month old lambs to 2 dogs.
Dogs been in field all night.
A few we managed to save, but it depended where and how badly they were bitten. Some were dead, some had to be shot.
They were meat lambs, almost ready to sell.

Dogs were shot too.
Owner had very small children at home.
Scary.
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Post by: deedub on July 03, 2012, 08:21:12 am
My spatula & brush kit arrived today, very fast service I think I ordered them just over a week ago. Good value too.
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Post by: keiramax on July 04, 2012, 05:32:02 am
I'm just a big kid and purchased these at Big W for myself.

(http://)
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 05:35:38 am
Very cute slippers.

Deedub, I got mine delivered in 8 days too, very good service.
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2012, 05:59:27 am
My daughter has pink slippers like those.. :)
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Post by: jakodai on July 04, 2012, 06:16:47 am
I love those slippers! I had a novelty pair of slippers once, but my dog thought they were his...
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 06:19:49 am
My dog could be mistaken for a pair of novelty slippers, he is always plonking himself down on peoples feet.
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 04, 2012, 07:17:41 am
deedub and mcmich: Oh I do hope you are talking about spatulas and brushes from SuperKitchenMachine ;) :-[ I sure do lurve hearing about speedy deliveries like that. In fact I'm a bit shocked :o (in a GOOD way)  :-* by the speediness of some of the service to Australia, France and Ireland to date. Oh wait, let's add Spain to that list too. Only disappointment to date has been with s-l-o-w deliveries to Germany :(, but I'm working on it and seeing improvements there too lately :). Keep on mixing everyone! Oh yes, and keep on shopping too ;)

ps - more new TMX-friendly shopping-thread-worthy material coming your way from the kitchen kit shop (http://SuperSpatula.com) in a few short weeks...
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 07:25:39 am
Yes Helene, I was certainly talking about your brush and spatula set.
I had an unfortunate incident with my blade and a pate knife.
Can't wait until I see what you are bringing out.

 
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2012, 07:32:37 am
Helene, give me a hint.

Robyn
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Post by: gertbysea on July 04, 2012, 07:36:22 am
Whatever it is I'll take two.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2012, 07:45:16 am
Helene how much is it, what shape, color.
Can we guess..
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 07:51:33 am
Helene has hinted that it is very affordable.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 04, 2012, 08:29:21 am
Whatever it is it will be very desirable and will be used with the Thermomix  because she LOVES  her Thermomix.

Is it  a mat of some sort?

Gert
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Post by: dede on July 04, 2012, 08:29:30 am
I'm buying an iPod touch for DDs birthday coming up on the 16th, and a George foreman grill for me tomorrow. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 04, 2012, 08:33:53 am
Indeed Helene. How about some hints for your forum friends. I'm glad Tenina sells them too(spatulas) I killed mine.
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Post by: deedub on July 04, 2012, 08:57:45 am
Hi Helene, yes indeed it was your spatulas which were delivered so promptly. I loved the friendly confirmation email as well, subject beginning "This is nice" :D.
Can't wait to hear what you've got in the pipeline, I'm sure we here will be amongst the first to know.
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 09:01:27 am
Quote from: dede on July 04, 2012, 08:29:30 am
I'm buying an iPod touch for DDs birthday coming up on the 16th, and a George foreman grill for me tomorrow. :D

DD is a lucky young lady.
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Post by: Merrilyn on July 04, 2012, 09:02:48 am
Yep, put me down for two - whatever it is  :D
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Post by: dede on July 04, 2012, 09:20:50 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 09:01:27 am
Quote from: dede on July 04, 2012, 08:29:30 am
I'm buying an iPod touch for DDs birthday coming up on the 16th, and a George foreman grill for me tomorrow. :D

DD is a lucky young lady.

She has been asking for one for quiet some time, and she has saved up her money to go towards it. She is turning 9. I hope she looks after it.
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Post by: judydawn on July 04, 2012, 11:59:48 am
Today was car service day where I leave the car with them for 2 hours and browse Harvey Norman, Bunnings hardware and now a new Spotlight store has opened nearby as well.  The car service is usually pretty cheap but the wandering around shops takes its toll. 

Today I bought a Miele dishwasher as the top drawer of the F & P was playing up this morning and because of it's age I am not prepared to spend anymore money on repairs.  At Spotlight I bought a change of colour for my bathroom - going from burgundy accessories to dark grey. 

I also bought something to start me off for the retreat dress up day - now to find other things to go with it or scrap that idea completely and give these to the grand-daughter for her dress ups  :-))
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Post by: gertbysea on July 04, 2012, 12:16:43 pm
What a fun day you have had. I love new  towels at least I think I remember when I had new towels .


A new Miele. OMG you rock. Go Judy.

Now what to do ?i have not bought a thing for the dress up.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 04, 2012, 12:37:01 pm
I am soooooo tempted.(http://img.tapatalk.com/79df657d-2afa-72d7.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on July 04, 2012, 12:52:35 pm
LOL....do it Gert  ;D

I have been admiring for some time the German Reiss enamelware, in a gorgeous little place in town.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cc146de7.jpg)

...so I splurged and bought the large baking dish & jug in apple green  :D
Also had to pick up a large cake board for the 40th cake I'm making for Friday, also some icing tips and colourings.
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Post by: judydawn on July 04, 2012, 12:54:14 pm
Not THE cake maddy ;D
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Post by: maddy on July 04, 2012, 12:58:26 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 04, 2012, 12:54:14 pm
Not THE cake maddy ;D

LOL...yes THAT cake!
have more to add to the story  ;)
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Post by: courton on July 04, 2012, 01:04:17 pm
Can't wait to hear !
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Post by: Delightful Den on July 04, 2012, 01:44:54 pm
I like enamel ware Maddy. I have some old pieces, a couple of bowls a full set of canisters and a couple of cake tins and a bread tin. I also have a new enamel chook scrap bin.   
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Post by: gertbysea on July 04, 2012, 02:05:35 pm
I am really tempted . Elvis Cow who would,have thunk it?

My daughter has bought tickets for Elvis to the Max  next month. I saw him more than 20 years ago in Sydney.

Of course I did meet Elvis for real when I was about 15. Had a photo taken with him which I left behind when I came to Australia. Big mistake. 

Gert
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Post by: droverjess on July 04, 2012, 02:18:36 pm
This thread makes me laugh everytime I read it.

Do tell us more Maddy please.

What's this about dressing up?

Trying very hard not to shop, away on holiday next week. DD graduation one day, and DH decided to go a an organised farm visit for his birthday outing on another day!!!!

Still hoping to get to Edinburgh one day, but expect he will want to do the castle etc etc and will have to dodge tourists...... But if we are on hol I guess we will be one of those too LOL
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Post by: judydawn on July 04, 2012, 02:28:25 pm
We have been asked to dress up on Day 2 of the retreat in Western Australia in August DJ.
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Post by: andiesenji on July 04, 2012, 04:46:35 pm
I finally got around to getting photos of the new plaid seersucker capris, color coordinated tops and the new sandals I bought for summer wear.  I bought four similar plaids in different colors last year and really like the fit and both they and the tops are 100% cotton so they are cooler (or seem so to me) than the ones that contain polyester. 
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Private%20album/010bc864.jpg)

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Private%20album/d4dae1a1.jpg)
I had also ordered a pair of apple green sandals but they did not arrive - out of stock - may or may not be sent on. They are like the bright blue ones on the left.

I'm going to wear the red, white and blue plaid with a red T and the blue sandals today - for our Independence Day...
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Post by: droverjess on July 04, 2012, 09:31:16 pm
Cool Andie, in more ways than one.

Cotton always cooler  than poly cotton.

Lovely colours.

Our weather is so strange, hot here today but DH was away and it was cool and wet where he was.
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 04, 2012, 09:47:16 pm
I'm with you Andie! When I find something that fits just right, I buy several, in all colors. I have even been known to buy two (or more!) in the same color just to be sure I'll have that faverite garment till the end of my days -- and beyond, if needed  ;)

I would be too embarrassed to show photos of my wardrobe, just like me it is bursting at the seams. :D
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 04, 2012, 09:51:56 pm
Quote from: mcmich on July 04, 2012, 07:25:39 am
Yes Helene, I was certainly talking about your brush and spatula set.
I had an unfortunate incident with my blade and a pate knife.
Can't wait until I see what you are bringing out.

First read this on my phone which doesn't show photos. Am now seeing the photo :o and it almost has me in tears :'(. Are you KIDDING us mcmich?!?! This is so awful, I can't bear to look at the photo again. I've never heard of such a terrible accident. I am SO sorry for your um... loss. I find it hard to believe that anything could bend those TMX blades, have always considered them to be indestructible. Wow, have I ever learned something here! Poor you! :(

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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2012, 09:59:11 pm
Helene what are you releasing, we want one.

Judy i bought a new dishwasher last week too.

Andie lovely colors.
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 04, 2012, 10:11:02 pm
Quote from: obbie on July 04, 2012, 09:59:11 pm
Helene what are you releasing, we want one.

Sorry, no hints! It's something very small, and like the brush... it's terribly useful. (Oops, was that a hint?!? :o)

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Post by: dede on July 04, 2012, 10:15:14 pm
Tax done today. Not sure if I will be Receiving or spending :D
Should be receiving if all goes to plan.
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Post by: dede on July 04, 2012, 10:16:38 pm
Quote from: ThermomixBlogger on July 04, 2012, 10:11:02 pm
Quote from: obbie on July 04, 2012, 09:59:11 pm
Helene what are you releasing, we want one.

Sorry, no hints! It's something very small, and like the brush... it's terribly useful. (Oops, was that a hint?!? :o)

Oh that sounds interesting. Can't wait to see. Will be ordering a new spatulas and brush set soon, so I will wait until this new handy tool is available :D
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 01:23:30 am
something small, useful....
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 05, 2012, 01:35:54 am
... and not white.  :o ??? :-\ ;D

Period. :-X
That's all I'm saying! :-X

I am off on a music festival camping trip now (wooHOOwheee!!!) and will be gone for a few days of unplugged time off  :o :) so there's no way I will be giving you any more clues obbie. ;) You'll just have to wait and see :-*

happy mixing everyone!
xoxo
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2012, 01:52:28 am
Have fun Helene.

Mmm, small and useful and not white????????????????
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 02:38:09 am
small, useful, and not white for a thermomix. ;) ;)


a spatula, a brush and a ........
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Post by: maddy on July 05, 2012, 02:48:39 am
We bought 2 of these foxlights

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fdfbb511.jpg)

We have borrowed a friends for 2 nights, and with the Alpacas as well....we've had 2 nights with no lamb loss or maulings  :D :D
The light has a chip and sends out random light strobes, which deters the foxes.  It won the people's choice award, on the ABC new inventors.
Small investment really.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 02:49:04 am
Have fun Helene.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on July 05, 2012, 02:57:19 am
Good luck Maddie
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 05, 2012, 03:03:47 am
Maddy please let me know how the fox lights go. We were going to stock them in the shop. The snake repellers we got in sold well.
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 03:10:47 am
Maddy, Fox lights are brilliant. I stock them in my shop, and they WORK.. :)
Ian has won a award for them.


Good for foxes and dingos up here..
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Post by: maddy on July 05, 2012, 03:12:21 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on July 05, 2012, 03:03:47 am
Maddy please let me know how the fox lights go. We were going to stock them in the shop. The snake repellers we got in sold well.

Will do DG....several people we have spoke to recommend them highly.  The friend we borrowed this one from has one in an unroofed chook pen, and hasn't lost 1 chook yet.....not that I would personally have a pen without a roof  :-\, but they swear by it.
Snake repellers....what are they?  our snake repellers are the guinea fowl....they are butt ugly, make a huge racket, but they supposedly repel the snakes too....haven't seen one around yet.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 05, 2012, 03:18:57 am
Maddy we get ours from this supplier.
http://www.oakent.com.au (http://www.oakent.com.au)
We sell the sentinel ones. Here is a photo.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-f9b0-0585.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 03:21:32 am
Look at the colour of the cauliflower? It was next to the purple ones and so pretty together but I was thinking of the budget so bought only the orange.

And the can I will cook the duck on. I hope it is the right size for the Quakers bum.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/79df657d-f9ed-156b.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 05, 2012, 05:09:22 am
my oh my! This shopping thread is GREAT! I learn so much here! Fox lights ??? and Duckbutt cans :o. Who knew?! ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 05:12:21 am
Helene any more hints

 :)
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Post by: dede on July 05, 2012, 05:13:56 am
Today I brought

George Forman Griddle

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb10bde-1430-5329.jpg)

An iPod Touch for DDs birthday
And some track pants and a jumper for me :D
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Post by: courton on July 05, 2012, 05:17:59 am
I don't suppose anyone has ideas on how to repel possums??? We have possums who treat my herb garden as their dinner
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on July 05, 2012, 05:19:47 am
Quote from: obbie on July 05, 2012, 05:12:21 am
Helene any more hints

Nope obbie, you are not getting one more whisper outta me! :-X

Thanks everyone for the 'Bon voyage' wishes, I am now officially unplugging!  :'( See you on the other side...(if I survive!)

 ;)
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 06:07:22 am
Helene, i was just trying, have a good break..

Courton, my husband says,   butter,  a 44, rottweiler, and mothballs or mothball flakes, and burning incense....
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Post by: dede on July 05, 2012, 06:11:22 am
Quote from: courton on July 05, 2012, 05:17:59 am
I don't suppose anyone has ideas on how to repel possums??? We have possums who treat my herb garden as their dinner

There is a natural spray you can make up that apparently helps keep possums away, only problem is that it needs re spraying everytime it rains.
I can't think of the name of it sorry. :)
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Post by: dede on July 05, 2012, 06:17:08 am
Here's a web site on information about repellents for possums, but nothing is guaranteed to work.

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/plants-and-animals/possums-repellents (http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/plants-and-animals/possums-repellents)

At our old place we lived in the bush and had lots of trouble with possums. So I built a veggie garden surrounded with roofing iron as possums have nothing to cling to to climb over and get in. I never had any problems with possums getting into my veggie garden then. And the veggies grew so well with the heat and sun reflecting off the iron. :)
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Post by: courton on July 05, 2012, 06:52:04 am
Thank you! We have tried camphor but every time it rains it loses it's effectiveness
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 06:52:21 am
We used to trap the possums and in the dead of night  take them in the car  across a creek and let them out. The only problem was we would meet people travelling in the opposite direction doing the same. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 07:00:59 am
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 05, 2012, 07:08:04 am
Electronic kitchen scales - nut loaf tin - cookie cutters - Donna Hay Kids Mag - cluless crossword book.
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 07:24:28 am
sounds good Michelle.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 07:41:55 am
Todayi bought new hangers, reorganised my closet and have a huge stack of clothes for the Salvation Army.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2012, 07:44:41 am
DD and I had a bit of a throw out the other day too, but we couldn't get DH to add any of his 'I might wear it one day' stuff.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 05, 2012, 09:02:37 am
Didn't buy it but DD gave me her "old" iPhone ;D Aren't some of the ring tones you can choose naff :D :D
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Post by: Decadent Dot on July 05, 2012, 09:14:09 am
I made some Miracle spray a couple of days ago. Not having suitable oil, I added T Tree Oil.  Boy! It was pungent.  I decided to spray "the way in" hole that my new neighbour’s cats use to get in. I reasoned that with five cats she needs them to smell fresh.  It seemed to work for a couple of days but I saw 2 of them sneaking in again last night.  It really is outrageous to have 5 cats knowing that they are a nuisance to other people. I see there are lots of things to repel cats in the shops but what works......anyone know. I need to make some new Miracle spray too.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2012, 10:08:28 am
Perhaps some mothballs where they come through.
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Post by: droverjess on July 05, 2012, 10:22:02 am
chicken wire Dot, block the hole up.
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Post by: Rara1 on July 05, 2012, 04:11:29 pm
Airline tickets to Bali  8)
Girlfriend and I are leaving behind husbands and kids for 6 days of total relaxation.

Rara x
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Post by: fundj&e on July 05, 2012, 05:15:37 pm
rara can i come 2  ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2012, 10:09:05 pm
Rara wins today. :D
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Post by: dede on July 05, 2012, 10:11:37 pm
Oh my Rara that sounds awful :D
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Post by: Wonder on July 05, 2012, 10:43:13 pm
Tara that's fantastic, I'm sure you will have a great time.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 11:12:22 pm
Tara that beats all.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on July 05, 2012, 11:18:49 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 07:41:55 am
Todayi bought new hangers, reorganised my closet and have a huge stack of clothes for the Salvation Army.

Gert

I switched over to the newish "flocked" hangers three years ago and got rid of all my old style (slippery) plastic ones.  I have mostly the
"cascade" type with the built in "piggy-back" hanger hook.  They save so much room in the closets.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 11:39:17 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on July 05, 2012, 11:18:49 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 05, 2012, 07:41:55 am
Todayi bought new hangers, reorganised my closet and have a huge stack of clothes for the Salvation Army.

Gert

I switched over to the newish "flocked" hangers three years ago and got rid of all my old style (slippery) plastic ones.  I have mostly the
"cascade" type with the built in "piggy-back" hanger hook.  They save so much room in the closets.

Wish i had those flocked hangers. Only the $3 a dozen plastic crap I use. They are slippery. I don't have enough clothes to piggy back. If I don't wear  it I toss it as the wardrobe cannot be crowded as things  get so mouldy here if they are jammed up. I don't need a lot of clothes anyway.

I do love all your coloured shoes. They look my size andi. LOL!

How,are you doing with your iPad?

Gert
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Post by: Rara1 on July 06, 2012, 12:50:59 am
Quote from: fundj on July 05, 2012, 05:15:37 pm
rara can i come 2  ;D

Sure can
But there are a few rules....
No husband
No children
Must be able to drink cocktails bythe pool.... anytime
No schedules or plans .....just go with the flow
Must like all things a day spa has to offer
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 06, 2012, 12:51:50 am
Rara that sounds like my type of holiday  ;D
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Post by: dede on July 06, 2012, 12:52:20 am
Me too :D
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Post by: obbie on July 06, 2012, 01:07:00 am
me too
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2012, 01:39:06 am
I love those rules.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 01:54:27 am
sorry i dont like spas but i will wait for u at the pool and have cocktails ready for when u get back  ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 01:55:24 am
when r u going and where are u staying?
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Post by: Wonder on July 06, 2012, 01:57:44 am
I sooooo want to be in Bali right now.
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Post by: jakodai on July 06, 2012, 01:58:00 am
Quote from: Decadent Dot on July 05, 2012, 09:14:09 am
I made some Miracle spray a couple of days ago. Not having suitable oil, I added T Tree Oil.  Boy! It was pungent.  I decided to spray "the way in" hole that my new neighbour’s cats use to get in. I reasoned that with five cats she needs them to smell fresh.  It seemed to work for a couple of days but I saw 2 of them sneaking in again last night.  It really is outrageous to have 5 cats knowing that they are a nuisance to other people. I see there are lots of things to repel cats in the shops but what works......anyone know. I need to make some new Miracle spray too.
Contact the council - make her take responsibility.
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 02:05:11 am
Rara one more thing i hate shopping, same agian i will wait by the pool with cocktails  ;D
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Post by: Rara1 on July 06, 2012, 02:12:39 am
Quote from: fundj on July 06, 2012, 01:55:24 am
when r u going and where are u staying?

We are going in October
Our school reunion is the weekend that we get back so want to look fresh and fabulous for that!!!
When I go up to Bali with the kids we stay at Kumala Pantaii because I absolutely love that area.  Love the restaurants there too.
So we may stay at either the Niksoma or Outrigger.
Where do you stay Uni?

.....not a problem hanging by the pool. I like caprioska's and singapore slings.  Even a refreshing Aperol and tonic with a slice of orange.....
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Post by: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 02:15:06 am
I'm going to Bali for the first time in October. However going with hubby and baby and friends with baby but they are bringing along her parents as babysitters :)
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Post by: Rara1 on July 06, 2012, 02:17:31 am
Quote from: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 02:15:06 am
I'm going to Bali for the first time in October. However going with hubby and baby and friends with baby but they are bringing along her parents as babysitters :)

Where are you staying Tasty?
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 02:19:59 am
we have stayed at the kumala pantai many times but mainly stay at the jayakarta in the 1 bedroom units

franks favourite restaurant is the one at the kumala 
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Post by: Rara1 on July 06, 2012, 02:26:16 am
Quote from: fundj on July 06, 2012, 02:19:59 am
we have stayed at the kumala pantai many times but mainly stay at the jayakarta in the 1 bedroom units

franks favourite restaurant is the one at the kumala 

I love Sunset and the Zanzi Bar.
The food is quite nice at Kumala.

Is the Jayakarta big?
Is it a family hotel? (I want a place with less kids as possible  :D)
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Post by: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 02:34:54 am
We are staying at the Ayana in the Jimbaran Bay area - wanted somewhere we would feel safe.
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 02:47:49 am
its huge about 4 times the size of the  kumala   
i like  where the Outrigger is,is it very expensive?

Tasty ,Jimbaran Bay is the area we are building in
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Post by: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 02:56:00 am
Any chance your restaurant will be ready by october Uni??
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Post by: fundj&e on July 06, 2012, 03:14:22 am
not  building a  restaurant we are building a home (villa) its to quiet for restaurant in that area 
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Post by: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 03:33:18 am
Oh I thought your son was building a restaurant ... maybe it's in another area.

Can you recommend any restaurants in that area? Also hubby is interested in getting some shirts and/or suits made up - any recommendations for that?
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Post by: Rara1 on July 06, 2012, 03:50:05 am
Quote from: Tasty on July 06, 2012, 03:33:18 am
Oh I thought your son was building a restaurant ... maybe it's in another area.

Can you recommend any restaurants in that area? Also hubby is interested in getting some shirts and/or suits made up - any recommendations for that?

Theres a tailor near matahari called goanna.
Has been there for about 20+ years.
Only go to him.
Fantastic fabric....ridiculous prices.

Uni as we are not going during school hols the room rate is around $65 each.
Niksoma is more :-\
My girlfriend likes to "wing it" and wait til the very last minute :o
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Post by: jakodai on July 07, 2012, 05:17:29 am
I bought one of those little ice cream scoops today, about 1 tablespoon, and I bought some ceramic pie weights. And yesterday my dad bought me one of those nicer-dicer things (it's actually similar to the nicer-dicer, but it's made by Bellini). We were both talking about them the other day, and how when you make certain things, it's nice to have everything the same size and then he came home with one (he's staying with me for a few days). That was really nice.

I need to stop spending money. The thermomix was meant to help me save money, but I've been spending more! The ladies at the Matchbox store I go to know DS's name and play peek-a-boo with him now...
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Post by: jakodai on July 07, 2012, 05:41:28 am
That didn't last long. I just stumbled across this book from the link DroverJess posted earlier for the chocolate cake close, so I bought it from Fishpond for about $18!

(http://www.candobooks.com.au/catalog/candobooks_large_product_images/120191.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on July 07, 2012, 05:43:04 am
 :D :D :D :D :D  No, about 24 minutes jakodai. 
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Post by: jakodai on July 07, 2012, 05:45:39 am
But I think I decided that I wanted to buy it as soon as I finished that previous post... It just took me a few minutes to find the cheapest place... lol.

Oh well, I have a big interest in cake decorating, and I'm planning on making DS's birthday cake in October so I can rationalise buying it. That's all that matters. I actually showed some restraint. There was another one I wanted to buy as well!  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on July 07, 2012, 05:46:12 am
 :D :D
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Post by: obbie on July 07, 2012, 06:09:55 am
Buy it... POK has scanpan saucepans cheap today, save $300
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2012, 09:11:44 am
I'm glad POK is way over the other side of Australia. I do love their newsletters though.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 07, 2012, 11:21:57 am
Jakodai, that book is on my wish list. I have to admit that I ordered  two books from fishpond too. I've preordered Zoe Clarke's Cake Parlour book (thanks to Maddy) and Baking with the Cake Boss. Can't wait for them to arrive
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Post by: Nikkit on July 07, 2012, 01:55:20 pm
I've not shopped yet, but on the list for this next week...
a new car 
a bedroom suite
all the new doona covers etc to go with said bedroom suite
half a new wardrobe seeing as I've chucked the other half
rubbish bin and other accessories to make our office look nicer now we have marri floors.
That should do me nicely!
The girls are on school hols, so no doubt they'll have a list too.
(and then it is back to work to pay for it all!!)
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Post by: jakodai on July 07, 2012, 03:04:19 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on July 07, 2012, 11:21:57 am
Jakodai, that book is on my wish list.
It looks like a great book, exactly what I need, and when I saw it for $18 on fishpond I could hardly refuse!
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 07, 2012, 09:55:46 pm
Nik its the paying for it that is the downfall. Have fun though. What car are you getting?
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Post by: gertbysea on July 07, 2012, 10:32:00 pm
Nikkie I bet those floors look great though. Worth all the work

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 07, 2012, 10:39:18 pm
A new car Nik, lucky you.
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Post by: fundj&e on July 08, 2012, 08:53:37 am
not very exciting  :-)), i have never used the pockets for the toaster

i also got some hot chocolate pods for the  aldis  coffee machine
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Post by: mcmich on July 08, 2012, 09:38:54 am
The pods are really good Uni.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 08, 2012, 11:53:20 am
Still no Aldi store in Adelaide:(
I have some of those toaster pockets that my mum gave me. The kids like the small pita breads halved, filled with salami and cheese or ham and cheese in those pockets.
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Post by: Nikkit on July 08, 2012, 01:17:56 pm
Well we went and had a look at a bedroom suite and will phone and order that tomorrow. Beautifully handmade in the Valley by a local guy out of marri. Can't wait for that! We have a couple of his pieces - a hall table and a coffee table and they are just beautiful.

DG and McMich the car is a Mitsibishi Challenger XLS. Since hubby blew up the engine in the landrover defender a month or so ago my horse float has been collecting dust. My little x-trail can't tow it empty let alone with my fat bottomed spotty horse in it - so time for an upgrade! Plus when the landy is on the road we both seem to want it on the same weekends!

Gert - I have a smile from ear to ear every time I walk past or into the office or our bedroom. The floors looks so good.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 08, 2012, 01:34:32 pm
Nikkie I know what you mean when you smile  at your floors. Nice.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on July 09, 2012, 04:51:00 am
Popped into K- mart to buy ds ugio cards, so eb & ds can battle.

Came out with a soda stream, our last one died :(

So we now have a new one, hope the old bottles fit the new sleeker machine.

H :)
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Post by: obbie on July 09, 2012, 05:28:38 am
I might have to buy a new fridge, one has just died.
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Post by: Halex on July 09, 2012, 05:32:24 am
Oh no Obbie >:(. Make sure it has extra freezer space ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 09, 2012, 06:46:04 am
Obbie OVERLOAD!!!!!!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 09, 2012, 06:47:02 am
small one at work, must try and claim insurance..
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Post by: JulieO on July 09, 2012, 09:55:37 am
Until I read Lara's pancake thread I didn't realise that I needed a crepe maker  :-)) So when I did a bit of research and found one that people also use for cooking their tortillas, I was sold.  :P

Must admit I used my waffle maker the other day (was a Mother's Day pressie last year) and I was so happy with them that when I read about the crepe makers I was easily sold.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on July 09, 2012, 01:10:09 pm
Let us know which one you buy Julie  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 09, 2012, 03:32:23 pm
JO when I was in Melbourne (Swanston St) there was this little mobile french crepe maker. They virtually had (apart from toppings) a thing that looked nothing more than a pizza stone thingy when they poured the crepe mixture over it, and this little wooden scraper that thinned out the crepe mixture. OMG we went past it a couple of times and there were queues.

Flour & water + couple of cheap toppings = a large queue

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Post by: andiesenji on July 09, 2012, 04:00:44 pm
I've got a crepe maker like this one (http://www.dvorsons.com/crepe/tiboscrepe.html) - the Tibo.

I also have one of the kind that you dip the "pan" into the batter, turn it over and place on the heat element. It does not work well and is messy to use. 

The "trick" I have found most useful is making the batter the evening before and resting it in the fridge overnight. The crepes are more tender with the prolonged "hydration" of the flour - or at least it seems so to me.

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Post by: fundj&e on July 09, 2012, 08:01:37 pm
i agree with andi, the batter need to rest for at least for a few hours

 
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Post by: droverjess on July 09, 2012, 08:45:17 pm
Agree with Andi and Uni. Same applies to drop scones ( I think you call them pikelets) , flat pancakes, and Yorkshire puddings.

Have you ever made Yorkshire puddings Without salt and pepper ( batter pudding) and then had them for dessert with golden syrup or maple syrup over the top?
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Post by: Wonder on July 09, 2012, 10:31:45 pm
Agree on the resting. I've made crepes since I was a kid and they are much better after resting. I find the EDC recipe on of the best I've had.
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Post by: knittercook on July 09, 2012, 10:36:42 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on July 09, 2012, 08:45:17 pm

Have you ever made Yorkshire puddings Without salt and pepper ( batter pudding) and then had them for dessert with golden syrup or maple syrup over the top?

Quote from: Wonder on July 09, 2012, 10:31:45 pm
I find the EDC recipe on of the best I've had.

Droverjess, my mum used to make scone dough and fry them and we had them with golden syrup, oh deeeeelicious  ;D

Wonder, the EDC is the exact same recipe I have been using ever since I was a kid, it was from my mums old CWA cookbook, I discovered it as I was going to convert it and was comparing it with the EDC one  :D
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Post by: Halex on July 09, 2012, 11:14:51 pm
Have purchased 3 pc books.
Suzanne Gibbs
AWW pressure Cooking & a new book that I have ore ordered, out in Oct
The eletrcic pc cook book

 ;D ;D ;D

Now I have to buy the pc

 ;D ;D ;D



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Post by: obbie on July 09, 2012, 11:39:44 pm
DroverJess, yes yum with golden syrup.     brings back childhood memories.... :D
must make some crepes, i have a crepe maker....
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 09, 2012, 11:56:12 pm
Glad to see that you've got over your fear of pressure cookers H!
Just think off all the money you'll be saving by buying the cheap cuts of beef to cook in your PC. LOL
Another good book that is jam packed with recipes (but no photos ) is Miss Vickie's big bookof pressure cooker recipes by Vickie's Smith. I don't actually have any of the PC books that you've just ordered, but they sound like they have some excellent recipes in them.
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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2012, 12:34:14 am
How's this for a premature purchase  :P
I have been hankering for a magimix processor for a while now...and I will be getting one, and spotted a new bundle  for it, so grabbed it because it was the last one at the sale price.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/Magimix-Dicing-Kit-for-3200XL-4200X.jpg)

For French fries  and dicing....yes, you can now dice  in the processor 8)

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Post by: Wonder on July 10, 2012, 12:41:43 am
They look good Maddie
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Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2012, 12:42:26 am
That's very sensible Maddy. Wouldn't want to have to pay full price.
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Post by: JulieO on July 10, 2012, 12:52:03 am
Maddy, I'm pleased that Magimix have brought out a dicer, it was the only thing lacking IMO, would be great when wanting nice looking dice for casseroles etc.  Let me know how you get on with it.

Thanks for the tips re resting the crepe batter, I did that with my waffle batter too.

I bought a fairly cheap Breville one. ($64 delivered).  It seems to be a re-badged one of these, so I read through the reviews and they seem good enough to me.  It's not like I'll be using it every day.  http://www.amazon.com/CucinaPro-1448-Griddle-Crepe-Maker/dp/B001EZCJL8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1341877756&sr=8-1&keywords=crepe+maker+electric

(http://www.bigw.com.au/media/BIGW/Product/300x300/6630065_0_9999_med_v1_m56577569830497519.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2012, 01:11:58 am
Looks good Julie....I had no idea there was that many models out there  :o

Quote from: mcmich on July 10, 2012, 12:42:26 am
That's very sensible Maddy. Wouldn't want to have to pay full price.

 :) I thought so too.
YHD has them on special, and come with a bonus 3 pack of creative disks

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4985_1-1.jpg)

I'm unsure what size to get though  :-\ there's a bit of a jump in price between 2 models, and not much extra for the largest....but not sure if I want one that huge  ???
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Post by: Halex on July 10, 2012, 01:15:16 am
Yes ES, the fact that its not jumping around on a stove top is a plus.

I am a bit concerned about all the fiddling, but I suppose I will get used to it.

Pc & pc books all on their way to my house ;D

Good shopping Maddy, just wondered why youwant a magimix when you habpve wonderful TM.

 :)
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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2012, 01:34:48 am
Quote from: Halex on July 10, 2012, 01:15:16 am
Good shopping Maddy, just wondered why youwant a magimix when you habpve wonderful TM.

Seems odd, doesn't it  :P but I love the processor.
I use it for proper grating, slicing and I really wanted that french fry cutter and dicer ( I hate dicing with a passion!).....which unfortunately the TM can't do.
Mine is quite old now, and the feed tube is too small and so is the bowl, plus mine doesnt have the option to use other sorts of disks.. Washing it has never been an issue for me, I like the quickness.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 10, 2012, 02:22:03 am
I had time for a leisurely stroll Victoria Market on Sunday and found what I could only describe as a "Maddie" type shop, called Madam Pompadour - I took one look inside and immediately thought of you, Maddie.  Unfortunately they didn't have a card and the sales person was ignoring me, so can't give you the contact, however, it is one of the shops that face Victoria Street on one side and the market on the other side.
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Post by: knittercook on July 10, 2012, 02:37:58 am
http://www.madamepompadour.com.au/

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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2012, 03:46:11 am
Quote from: knittercook on July 10, 2012, 02:37:58 am
http://www.madamepompadour.com.au/

Bum, I can't load the page...curious now  :P

Quote from: Cuilidh on July 10, 2012, 02:22:03 am
I had time for a leisurely stroll Victoria Market on Sunday and found what I could only describe as a "Maddie" type shop, called Madam Pompadour - I took one look inside and immediately thought of you, Maddie.  Unfortunately they didn't have a card and the sales person was ignoring me, so can't give you the contact, however, it is one of the shops that face Victoria Street on one side and the market on the other side.

Oooh, sounds like I must investigate!  I haven't been to the Vic market in years....and actually we are going to Melb. Tomorrow....the MCG tour (big yawns for me, but the boys wanted to go)....plus the DFO is at the station  ;).....so if we have time, might have to tram it down there  8)



Oh, I settled on the mid size one

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9ee64443.jpg)

The largest one was a little too big and commercial sized.
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Post by: Deeau on July 10, 2012, 03:47:15 am
What brand?  I bought a tortilla pess in the usa and in a nightmare to use does the press and cook or do you still have to roll/press  first?
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 10, 2012, 03:47:45 am
Maddy send the boys to the MCG and you go to Madam Pompadour.
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Post by: Deeau on July 10, 2012, 03:56:35 am
Quote from: Deeau on July 10, 2012, 03:47:15 am
What brand?  I bought a tortilla pess in the usa and in a nightmare to use does the press and cook or do you still have to roll/press  first?
opps seems I am way behind on this thread.....just started using tapatalk and didnt know there were 3 more pages>:(
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Post by: Wonder on July 10, 2012, 04:39:36 am
Maddie, you might want to check the location of DFO, the one that was above southern cross station has been turned into just normal shops I think and DFO moved to a new location near the Hilton (sorry can't remember the exact name). I haven't been to the shops above Southern Cross since it's changed hands so not sure what's there anymore.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 10, 2012, 04:41:41 am
... I also think Vic Market is closed on Wednesdays - best to check before heading up there, just to be on the safe side.

thanks for putting the link up, Knittercook.
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Post by: JulieO on July 10, 2012, 04:44:07 am
Deeau, I'm presuming you are referring to the crepe maker?  No you would still need to roll out but it's a nice sized surface in which to toast the tortillas.  :)
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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2012, 05:54:16 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 10, 2012, 04:39:36 am
Maddie, you might want to check the location of DFO, the one that was above southern cross station has been turned into just normal shops I think and DFO moved to a new location near the Hilton (sorry can't remember the exact name). I haven't been to the shops above Southern Cross since it's changed hands so not sure what's there anymore.

BUM!


Insert Quote
... I also think Vic Market is closed on Wednesdays - best to check before heading up there, just to be on the safe side.


DOUBLE BUM!











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Post by: obbie on July 10, 2012, 06:03:36 am
I Love Melbourne and the Vic markets......
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Post by: dede on July 10, 2012, 06:15:28 am
Well thanks to Stacelee I have just brought these. Pick up tomorrow from Harvey Norman. (I did order my fitbit pedometer online but once I realized they were at Harvey Norman I cancelled my online order and will pick it up inserted) :D

Pedometer (pink)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb10bde-ba87-569f.jpg)

Scales (white)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb10bde-ba91-f730.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on July 10, 2012, 06:20:58 am
A new fridge tomorrow :D
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Post by: jakodai on July 10, 2012, 06:23:46 am
It's called the Spencer Street Fashion Station. It's not very good for an outing. I buy all my stuff from the matchbox there. The better one is South Wharf DFO. It's huge!!

Very jealous Dede! C'mon Mr Tax Man!!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 10, 2012, 06:28:27 am
I went to the south wharf DFO when we were in Melbourne. Staggered out with shoes and goodness knows what.
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Post by: jakodai on July 10, 2012, 06:33:24 am
Lol, it's very easy to do.
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Post by: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 06:47:56 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 10, 2012, 04:39:36 am
Maddie, you might want to check the location of DFO, the one that was above southern cross station has been turned into just normal shops I think and DFO moved to a new location near the Hilton (sorry can't remember the exact name). I haven't been to the shops above Southern Cross since it's changed hands so not sure what's there anymore.

That reminded me of the time we were in Melbourne and I had just taken DH into the disabled toilets on the ground floor (the DFO near the Hilton) when an alarm went off and an announcement made to 'clear the building immediately'.  Well DH found himself picked up off the loo and back into his wheelchair so quickly his head was still spinning as I raced outside with everyone else. Have no idea what it was all about but I wasn't hanging around to come face to face with a crazed gunman or gas explosion or whatever the problem was.   ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 10, 2012, 06:53:10 am
A similar thing happened to me in a change room in Suzanne Graes (a clothes shop) in Katherine last year. I was in the change room stripped off and trying on clothes and there was an announcement to evacuate the building immediately. Even though I really rushed the woman in charge had sprinted out before me yelling at me to just take any clothes I wanted and come back and pay later.
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Post by: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 06:55:34 am
It's a terrible situation to find yourself in isn't it Cookie - for me trying to rush DH just doesn't get me anywhere, everything just shuts down and he takes longer so the quickest thing was for me to take over and get the hell out of there.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 10, 2012, 07:22:15 am
Oh oh Peters again.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=225


Only $4 each.
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Post by: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 07:26:43 am
Cheap as - how big are they.  Normal size of a mug?
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Post by: gertbysea on July 10, 2012, 07:28:14 am
Cookie and JD two very visual experiences to behold. Not to be repeated of course and glad you are safe and sound but hilarious all the same. In hind sight  of course. No pun intended.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 07:32:18 am
I thought you might get a bit of a laugh at our experience Gert - I had a laugh at remembering ours again and then reading Cookie's of course I could relate to it.


Did my food shopping today and by buying 3 Leggo's products I got this free recipe book - tomato paste or pizza sauce always handy to have in the pantry. 
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Post by: gertbysea on July 10, 2012, 07:33:29 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 07:26:43 am
Cheap as - how big are they.  Normal size of a mug?

 No I think smaller. It does not say but espresso size so small but how cute  for a wee choc pud with coffee? Creme brûlée? 

Gert
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Post by: Jude59 on July 10, 2012, 07:42:56 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 10, 2012, 07:22:15 am
Oh oh Peters again.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=225


Only $4 each.


I was a bit tempted by those.... Resisting at the moment....
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Post by: obbie on July 10, 2012, 07:51:46 am
the POK newletter is in my inbox, I opened it, and was sprung by DH....
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Post by: dede on July 10, 2012, 10:43:01 am
I want one of these :D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb10bde-f946-f456.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on July 10, 2012, 11:01:00 am
Love it dede  :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 10, 2012, 12:55:09 pm
Every household should have one of those signs girls  :D
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Post by: dede on July 10, 2012, 12:56:41 pm
I couldn't agree more. I don't know how many times my DH has said that he should of listened to me :D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 10, 2012, 10:43:24 pm
I need one of those signs Mandi.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 10, 2012, 10:44:35 pm
I have that book Michele. Must look through it again.
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Post by: Halex on July 10, 2012, 10:48:56 pm
Dede, love rhecsign :)

JD, i have that book too, it was in coles here about 2 minths ago, it was before the food challenge.

 :)
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Post by: obbie on July 11, 2012, 12:10:17 am
love that sign...
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 11, 2012, 01:55:07 am
my dad used to have a sign in his shed "the wishbone will never replace the backbone"
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Post by: cookie1 on July 11, 2012, 02:00:52 am
I love the sign and your Dad's saying CP.
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Post by: andiesenji on July 11, 2012, 02:36:59 am
My grandpa had a sign in his farm office: "Where there's a will, there's a way - as long as Mama says it's okay."
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Post by: dede on July 11, 2012, 05:40:58 am
Quote from: andiesenji on July 11, 2012, 02:36:59 am
My grandpa had a sign in his farm office: "Where there's a will, there's a way - as long as Mama says it's okay."

Lol I love that one andie :)

Today I brought a sandwich press to make toasted sandwiched as well as picked up my fitbit pedometer and scales. DS 5 was home sick today so we dropped into national grographics shop where he brought a pet rock and a microscope to study rocks. He had a real fascination with rocks and gems etc. ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 11, 2012, 05:43:49 am
My kids love rocks.

New fridge just got delivered.
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Post by: dede on July 11, 2012, 05:48:58 am
My DS has a rock garden we had to set up for him because he kept bringing so many rocks home from where ever he went. Even at school he would bring home a pocket full of rocks everyday :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 11, 2012, 05:56:12 am
Quote from: dede on July 11, 2012, 05:48:58 am
My DS has a rock garden we had to set up for him because he kept bringing so many rocks home from where ever he went. Even at school he would bring home a pocket full of rocks everyday :)
I love the movie The Long Long Trailer with Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. Involves rock collecting.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 05:58:30 am
I remember that's movie mcmich. It was fun.

Obbie what did ya get?

Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 11, 2012, 06:23:42 am
Gretchen, some big Whirlpool fridge. 2 the same now. 1 at home, 1 at work...
Saved $230.
$850 down to $620 delivered. :)

saved $200 on the dishwasher too 2 weeks ago..
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 07:04:19 am
That was food shopping.  Now all you need for the shop is a HMP and  you can be cooking while you  working.

Gert
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Post by: courton on July 11, 2012, 07:52:37 am
Just bought 5 in 1 cooker from Victoria's Basement for $128 and the soft cover ww pc cookbook for $10. Shall check it out in the next few days.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 11, 2012, 07:54:18 am
Woohoo courton. Thanks a great deal.
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Post by: JulieO on July 11, 2012, 12:05:02 pm
Yay Courton.  ;D

I picked up this book outside a book store today for only $6. Nice book.

(http://cdn2.fishpond.com.au/0012/296/357/5357468/4.jpeg)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 12:18:30 pm
That is a good one.

I will go mad if this thread has to go


Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 11, 2012, 12:22:23 pm
I don't really see why it should. It is show and tell for what we have bought.  Again this is a personal opinion.
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Post by: JulieO on July 11, 2012, 12:33:14 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 12:18:30 pm
I will go mad if this thread has to go


Gert

Me too.  How am I supposed to know I need something if this isn't here.  ???   ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 12:35:01 pm
Maddy and H may drop out all together if they can't post here. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 11, 2012, 12:49:03 pm
 >:( >:( >:(
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Post by: courton on July 11, 2012, 12:51:44 pm
In my case, how can i live my day without knowing about all the things I want but don't need!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 12:57:27 pm
Quote from: courton on July 11, 2012, 12:51:44 pm
In my case, how can i live my day without knowing about all the things I want but don't need!

And what about all the stuff  you didn't  know that you really needed?

gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 11, 2012, 12:58:02 pm
Quote from: courton on July 11, 2012, 12:51:44 pm
In my case, how can i live my day without knowing about all the things I want but don't need!
Exactly!!!
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 11, 2012, 02:00:15 pm
Ok, it's my turn. I've just been to POK to get a lunchbox for my nephew. While I was there, I bought a new lasagne and pie dish as I have broken the ones I had. I really like the Gordan Ramsay range and the lunchbox is really cute. I also bought some more snacboxes that have freezie inserts which keeps food cold in summer
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/186364-Zoom.jpg
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/186360-Zoom.jpg

http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/462884-Zoom.jpg

This is the first time I have tried to insert a photo of something I haven't taken myself, and it hasn't worked. Would someone take pity on me and tell me how to do it in Tapatalk ?
Thx
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Post by: jakodai on July 11, 2012, 03:55:00 pm
I tried to explain how to do it, but it thought I was tying to link a picture... Here's a link on how to do it. (http://www.bbcode.org/examples/?id=10)
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Post by: Halex on July 11, 2012, 09:35:20 pm
Not me I dont shop :) ;)
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Post by: obbie on July 11, 2012, 09:37:42 pm
I love this shopping thread.

I need a HMP at work Gert, or something.. :)
Have a new big fridge, must take some food in today, and fill it. :)

sometimes we need something we don't realize we need, till its here. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 10:24:01 pm
Quote from: Halex on July 11, 2012, 09:35:20 pm
Not me I dont shop :) ;)

PORKY ALERT!!
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Post by: mcmich on July 11, 2012, 10:36:21 pm
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: goldfish on July 11, 2012, 11:06:43 pm
Thanks to the suggestions on this thread  . .and others . . recently bought

Rainbow Recipes by Aileen Sforcina 
Heavenly Fragrance (Cooking with Aromatic Asian Herbs, Fruits, Spices & Seasonings) by Carol Selva Rajah (Fishpond)
Couple of caketins (Amazon)
and now I have three sizes of small icecream scoops (Amazon) - :D

(one of these days I'll finally learn how to get pix on here . . .  ???)

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Post by: fundj&e on July 11, 2012, 11:31:46 pm
u have been busy GF  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on July 11, 2012, 11:48:28 pm
 . . .  beanies next on the list!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 12, 2012, 12:03:41 am
Woolies has SPAM on special for only $2.99 this week.
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Post by: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 12:06:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 12, 2012, 12:03:41 am
Woolies has SPAM on special for only $2.99 this week.

Thanks for letting us know Gert. :D
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Post by: Halex on July 12, 2012, 12:08:32 am
Gert, porky alert :o

No not me,  chest freezer full of porkers, that must be what you mean :)
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 12:10:24 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 11, 2012, 10:24:01 pm
Quote from: Halex on July 11, 2012, 09:35:20 pm
Not me I dont shop :) ;)

PORKY ALERT!!

LOL...you must hate shopping as much as I do Hally....and speaking of shopping, can you believe I went to Melbourne  yesterday and only bought myself a subway roll  ???  Out of character huh?  :P
Well, the MCG tour took longer than expected ( dd & I were very bored!)....and DS of course scored a new football, DD got a freo scarf, hubby bought a cats hoodie.....and maddy.....ZILCH!
We were running late for the train back....so I didn't get to look in 1 store  :'(
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Post by: Halex on July 12, 2012, 12:12:28 am
Maddy, that must be a first.

Having no car slows me down but managed to do on line shopping. Now just waiting for goodies to arrive.

 :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 12:13:48 am
Quote from: maddy on July 12, 2012, 12:10:24 am
We were running late for the train back....so I didn't get to look in 1 store  :'(

 Hope you're not coming down with anything Maddy.
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 12:16:59 am
It certainly wasn't by my choice Michele....I think I may have been grumbling about it the whole ride home  :P
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Post by: Wonder on July 12, 2012, 12:21:25 am
maybe you need to catch the train back on Saturday and catch up with other shoppers without the distraction of the kids and DH. I'm thinking I need to go to the DFO now that i've been reading about it!
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Post by: obbie on July 12, 2012, 12:40:37 am
OOH Maddy are you having withdrawls.... :D
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 02:09:09 am
Quote from: obbie on July 12, 2012, 12:40:37 am
OOH Maddy are you having withdrawls.... :D

LOL....I really shouldn't be....I have spent more than enough this week on the magimix....but I will wonder if I had missed out on something truly fabulous  ;)
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Post by: courton on July 12, 2012, 05:14:05 am
Maddy, I may have missed you giving feedback about your friend's reaction to the cake...how did it go?
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Post by: gertbysea on July 12, 2012, 05:17:57 am
Yes Maddy

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2012, 06:46:49 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/78912c4f-64e9-c3db.jpg)Yes please Maddy. What was her reaction?

I went shopping for DH's birthday this morning. I bought him a new GPS for the car, some shirts to wreck at car club, and a pizza thing as he is the pizza cook.
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Post by: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 07:10:04 am
He will be one happy birthday boy. Love the pizza spatula Cookie.
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 07:26:18 am
Quote from: courton on July 12, 2012, 05:14:05 am
Maddy, I may have missed you giving feedback about your friend's reaction to the cake...how did it go?

here's the drama I had with the cake here   http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=320.msg168777#msg168777
Once we got there, she looked at it, paused, and said "wow, that's a lot of flowers"...then she was staring at it, and I knew she counting the candles....as I left off 4 of the even uglier ones she gave me!  ;D  I knew it would annoy her that her candle count was only 36....too bad  :D  it was done, and never again I might add.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 12, 2012, 07:32:22 am
Only 36 candles. Good one.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 07:35:10 am
I think it looks really pretty Maddy. (you should have put 42 candles on the cake)  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on July 12, 2012, 07:35:45 am
You had the last say then maddy - actions speak louder than words
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Post by: obbie on July 12, 2012, 07:37:05 am
Great Idea Maddy, never again..  Good on you. :)
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Post by: Katiej on July 12, 2012, 09:21:46 am
I agree with Michelle, you should have put more candles on, not less!

Well done though Maddy for being the bigger person & making the cake for your ungrateful "friend" and well done also for deciding never again!
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Post by: courton on July 12, 2012, 09:23:54 am
Maybe you can ask your friend to make something for your birthday!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on July 12, 2012, 11:50:25 am
Maddy, well done, you win ;D ;D ;D


Walking to the shops tomorrw :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2012, 12:11:37 pm
Maddy it looks lovely and I'm sure people complimented you on it.


At least it's not too far Hally.
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Post by: Meagan on July 12, 2012, 03:27:07 pm
Well as you all may have read on Bec's welcome thread we have bought a house :) 4x2 with a back yard woohoo! Double the block size we are currently on with 5 bantam chooks that come with the house. Very exciting  ;D settlement is August 3rd. Sad to leave my renovated kitchen with induction cooktop but happy to be moving to a house with two toilets lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 03:30:58 pm
Wow Meagan, that's some purchase. Congratulations.
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Post by: dede on July 12, 2012, 09:14:56 pm
Meagan two toilets are a must lol. Actually we have 2 inside and one outside in the garage which is really handy. DH does all his no.2s out side lol :D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 12, 2012, 09:21:15 pm
Congrats Meagan. Wondered where you had been lately.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/74fa479a-31dc-66c7.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on July 12, 2012, 09:40:55 pm
Megan wins on the house....
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 11:48:15 pm
Quote from: mcmich on July 12, 2012, 07:35:10 am
I think it looks really pretty Maddy. (you should have put 42 candles on the cake)  ;)

Wish I had...that would have been priceless  :D


Congrats Megan...that's very exciting! 
Oh to have 2 toilets....that would be my dream home   *sighs*   :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 12, 2012, 11:50:11 pm
We have 3 toilets very handy :)
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Post by: maddy on July 12, 2012, 11:54:43 pm
Quote from: Halex on July 12, 2012, 11:50:11 pm
We have 3 toilets very handy :)

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:09:49 am
we have 3 but one of them is my personal one and its in the laundry ;D
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:16:00 am
Uni, lol

Excitement my pressure cooker has arrived ;D ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 13, 2012, 12:17:17 am
Woohoo Halex. Which one did you get?
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:22:35 am
The cuisineart 6l, think the same as yours.
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Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:24:23 am
Quote from: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:16:00 am
Uni, lol

Excitement my pressure cooker has arrived ;D ;D

i am scared for you bella
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:25:36 am
is it 6.30 or 7,30 there h
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:28:44 am
Scared too, thats why its still in its box.

Think its coming out soon though

Uni, when is yours arriving

 :)
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:29:40 am
7.29am, dh went to po box & piced it up. He desnt knw its a pc, he might flip ???
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Post by: obbie on July 13, 2012, 12:39:47 am
don't tell  Hally :)
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Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:49:37 am
Quote from: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:28:44 am
Scared too, thats why its still in its box.

Think its coming out soon though

Uni, when is yours arriving

 :)
still researching the 6 in 1 H
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:52:46 am
Ok uni

Mine is out of box, recipe book useless.

Googling sites, might have to buy the small ww book today. I have to use it today otherwise it will get put in the corner & left for a long time.

 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:55:32 am
Quote from: Halex on July 13, 2012, 12:52:46 am
Ok uni

Mine is out of box, recipe book useless.

Googling sites, might have to buy the small ww book today. I have to use it today otherwise it will get put in the corner & left for a long time.

 :)

Is there a pc forum anywhere H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on July 13, 2012, 12:56:41 am
there is http://pressurecookerrecipes22484.yuku.com/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on July 13, 2012, 02:17:23 am
Hally it is actually quite easy to use. Just remember to have the pressure valve in the right position before you start. And wear oven mitts when releasing the pressure valve (hot steam).

I have finally used the browning and saute functions, and they were very easy too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on July 13, 2012, 02:22:07 am
Bought this today, on maddys advice  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 13, 2012, 02:28:47 am
Very nice Karen.

I use tongs to release the pressure on my cooker.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on July 13, 2012, 02:42:28 am
Oooh, where did you get that from Karen? How much did t cost?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on July 13, 2012, 02:44:53 am
I got it from an ebay store, and it was $119 including postage.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/180924650995?ssPageName=STRK:null:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1542.l2649

I saw it at half the price on the Wilton website, but that was a US website that doesn't post to Australia.
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Post by: jakodai on July 13, 2012, 08:36:32 am
So tempting! But I don't NEED it... I must not give in...!
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 13, 2012, 09:52:31 am
I just use a large fishing tackle box for my cake decorating stuff LOL
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Post by: Halex on July 13, 2012, 10:09:38 am
Obbie, dh asked what was in my box addressed to him. Addressed to him as he paid for it.

Ooh my new electric cooker, just love it, used twice already. All the girls have them.

He said ok

Easy ;D ;D
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Post by: droverjess on July 13, 2012, 10:11:45 am
LOL
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Post by: mcmich on July 13, 2012, 10:21:55 am
Well done Hally  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on July 13, 2012, 10:31:28 am
Hally,  fantastic  Husband of yours, keep him.

when I buy some thing on line my DH are you going to use it....

end of story...  I use every thing :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 13, 2012, 10:46:40 am
I know I have added this photo before but here it is again

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb10bde-edcf-cad6.jpg)

And it should say wife/mother.
DS hit the ceiling with a basket ball and left a mark on the ceiling , I told him not to try to clean it off or he would make it worse. But what did he do? He decided to try and clean it, and now the mark is 10 times worse. Gee kids and DHs make me mad sometimes when they don't listen.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2012, 10:57:03 am
Meagan you must be very pleased with your house purchase. Are you nearer to DH's work or further away.

I didn't know we Needed two toilets until we had them. I couldn't imagine going back to one again.
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Post by: goldfish on July 13, 2012, 11:07:38 am
Quote from: dede on July 13, 2012, 10:46:40 am
DS hit the ceiling with a basket ball and left a mark on the ceiling , I told him not to try to clean it off or he would make it worse. But what did he do? He decided to try and clean it, and now the mark is 10 times worse. Gee kids and DHs make me mad sometimes when they don't listen.

Oh, how I understand how frustrating it is, Dede!!  But, you know, at least he had the decency to try to clean it after he had caused it!  Marks can be cleaned away . . . but your DS's attitude of accepting his responsibility it seems is with him always!!  Well done, Mum!! is what I say!! :D :D
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Post by: dede on July 13, 2012, 11:16:49 am
He did say sorry and that he should of listened to me. Oh I wish I had a dollar for every time I hear 'I should of listened to you' :D
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Post by: goldfish on July 13, 2012, 11:18:49 am
 ;D ;D ;D  I've still to hear those words, Dede!!  but sometimes there's a "thank you" for pointing that out . . .  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on July 13, 2012, 12:07:56 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 13, 2012, 10:57:03 am
Meagan you must be very pleased with your house purchase. Are you nearer to DH's work or further away.

I didn't know we Needed two toilets until we had them. I couldn't imagine going back to one again.

Same suburb Cookie, really close to our primary school, but still a long way from DH's work  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2012, 12:22:33 pm
Poor man, he probably enjoys the drive though as it often gives you time to wind down after work.  Very exciting for you all.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 13, 2012, 12:47:05 pm
3 x Fit Bits, and a weight scale. Woo Hoo!
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Post by: mcmich on July 13, 2012, 12:48:55 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 13, 2012, 12:47:05 pm
3 x Fit Bits, and a weight scale. Woo Hoo!

CP, what are fit bits?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on July 13, 2012, 12:51:05 pm
3 :o, who are they all for CP, I love mine already :)
Michelle check out the fit bit website, it's a pedometer but with lots of extras :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on July 13, 2012, 01:23:38 pm
Congratulations on your house purchase Meagan. You've blitzed the shopping thread this week :-))
Last time we moved, it was only 5 streets away from our previous house too!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 13, 2012, 01:37:28 pm
moi, DH, DD24 (she's paying for hers)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on July 13, 2012, 02:19:03 pm
I think I want a fitbit and scales too! I know DH would like the idea of one. How do you have multiple fitbits with one scales?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on July 13, 2012, 10:55:40 pm
The scales support up to 8 people apparently. I don't have mine yet, but I assume you set up profiles for each person somehow. The scales also calculate body fat % and BMI.

The Fitbit and the scales are independent of one another.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 14, 2012, 07:03:29 am
Just as well I don't live near Peters as I really like these.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Peters-Daily-Deal.aspx

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 14, 2012, 07:07:17 am
They're gorgeous Gert.

I had a read about fitbits, would love one, but will make do with my scales. I'm sure they wouldn't lose the weight for me, I'd still have to not eat. :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\
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Post by: jakodai on July 14, 2012, 07:40:09 am
They're quite cheap, too, Gert. If we drank more juice I'd consider it, but given that I don't have room for the stuff I have now, I probably shouldn't...

LOL, so true Cookie. The worse part about weight loss is not being able to eat EVERYTHING! I'm hoping that the fitbit will help keep me motivated (I'm very competitive) and the scales will make it easier to keep track of my weight. That's where I fall apart, I weigh myself, but then forgot to write it down or track it somehow, and by the time I do I've forgotten and get side tracked. Then next week I can't remember how much I weighed, so I don't know if I've actually lost weight, then I lose all motivation. And my old scales were cheap ones I bought years ago, and they've been dropped several times - the fitbit scales connect to the internet and track my weight automatically, and they also track body fat %, and BMI. And for that price, they'd want to be accurate! ;-)

By the way, I got my Fitbit tracker and Scales today... lol

I'm going to a market tomorrow, but I'm not holding high hopes for it - I've never been there before, but the information that I have doesn't look that great. Oh well, the mornington market is pretty close by, so if it's no good we'll head there instead. That's a great market!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on July 14, 2012, 09:54:13 am
I went to an outlet centre in Adelaide a couple of days ago & bought the WW pressure cooker cookbook for $8 - and I don't even have a PC! Call it research 😉
Oh & picked up some suede boots very cheap.
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Post by: judydawn on July 14, 2012, 09:58:36 am
Hope you enjoyed your quick trip to Adelaide deedub -' twas a bit cold though wasn't it?
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Post by: snappy on July 14, 2012, 10:20:30 am
I found a great little gourmet food importer and bought plenty  :-))

I bought a slab of pink salt that you cook on - kind of lke a portable grill.  cooked some steak on it last night and i was very surprised to watch it just cook on a slab of salt.

Also got some liquid smoke which i had been looking for for a while.

And borrowed another jam book from the library but that doesn't really count because i have to give it back!
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Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2012, 10:36:24 am
How long did it the steak take to cook Snappy? Can you use it more than once?
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Post by: courton on July 14, 2012, 10:48:15 am
What is the name of the food importer...in Sydney??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on July 14, 2012, 10:49:40 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 14, 2012, 10:36:24 am
How long did it the steak take to cook Snappy? Can you use it more than once?

I sliced the steak up thin and cooked it in slices - it took about 5 mins to cook (heated the salt block in the oven for about 25 mins first) but next time i am going to cook the steak whole.  Apparently the salt block should last for many years.

Here is what i mean http://www.savory.tv/2008/12/14/cooking-on-a-salt-block/

And i'm also told they are fantastic to freeze and serve cold desserts on - all i can think of is the salted maple ice cream! ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2012, 11:00:35 am
Thanks Snappy, interesting concept.
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Post by: snappy on July 14, 2012, 11:11:18 am
Courton, i didn't get the name of the shop.  It's in Sydney on bourke road in Alexandria - in the same complex as The Grounds cafe.
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Post by: Halex on July 14, 2012, 11:26:56 am
Oooh I think I might buy a pink salt block, sounds like fun.

H :)
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Post by: droverjess on July 14, 2012, 09:59:57 pm
Robotic hoovers

Has anyone got one?
 I'd be interested to hear your Reviews and comments please.

I understand they may be good for regular use but still the proper vacuum cleaner is needed weekly and for the stairs.

I think there are several types the two I have heard most about are
iRoomba
And Neato

I think the Neato had slightly better reviews.

I have two large rooms with Lino type flooring, and lots of carpet. Lots of dust, dirt and flour in the kitchen to deal with.

So interested in your opinions/experiences.
If this is not the right thread for this then I can move it.
thanks in advance
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on July 14, 2012, 10:04:23 pm
DJ i think there is reviews and comments about them on this thread
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2012, 11:40:50 pm
Quote from: snappy on July 14, 2012, 10:49:40 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 14, 2012, 10:36:24 am
How long did it the steak take to cook Snappy? Can you use it more than once?

I sliced the steak up thin and cooked it in slices - it took about 5 mins to cook (heated the salt block in the oven for about 25 mins first) but next time i am going to cook the steak whole.  Apparently the salt block should last for many years.

Here is what i mean http://www.savory.tv/2008/12/14/cooking-on-a-salt-block/

And i'm also told they are fantastic to freeze and serve cold desserts on - all i can think of is the salted maple ice cream! ;D

Snappy, I have been reading up on the salt blocks. Sounds like a good way to cook.
I'ld be interested in other recipes you make using the salt block. Was the steak tender?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 14, 2012, 11:41:44 pm
Yes, I think this would be a fun way of cooking.

 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 14, 2012, 11:43:31 pm
The salt block used to be popular years ago  in Sydney restaurants. Bit out of date now.

Gert
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 15, 2012, 12:55:11 am
We sell Himalayan rock salt in our shop. Will have to ask the supplier (who is local and imports it) if I can cook on it.
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Post by: snappy on July 15, 2012, 02:51:29 am
Mcmich it was tender.

I haven't cooked anything else on it yet but i was thinking of doing some chicken breast on it tonight.  I believe it is very good to cook seafood on.

DG i saw on youtube that a girl was using a salt brick that they sell for horses to cook on.  Apparently you just have to prime them in the oven first.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 15, 2012, 02:55:16 am
Oh snappy we sell a lot of horse blocks.... Thanks for the tip.
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Post by: andiesenji on July 15, 2012, 06:58:28 am
I've got a Himalayan pink salt slab and I also have some round dishes (http://www.atthemeadow.com/shop/Gourmet-Sea-Salt/Himalayan-Salt-Blocks) made from it but have seldom used them.  My problem is remembering I have them and get them out when I have something suitable to cook on them.

Some of my Japanese friends serve sushi on the slabs which have been chilled in the freezer.  It makes an attractive presentation.

Here's some ideas. (http://www.saltnews.com/cooking-with-himalayan-salt-plates-blocks-bricks-platters/)

It was this recipe link (http://www.savory.tv/2008/12/14/cooking-on-a-salt-block/) that prompted me to buy the salt slabs about three years ago.
There are some interesting ideas - I did use them for caramelizing peaches and pineapple to serve with grilled cheeses (non-melting types like halloumi).
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Post by: mcmich on July 15, 2012, 07:11:08 am
Thanks Andie. You know all the places to look.

Makes for lovely presentation.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2012, 09:16:34 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/78912c4f-7c7c-054c.jpg)
I succumbed at the Good Food and Wine Show on Friday.
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Post by: Halex on July 15, 2012, 09:28:02 am
Oooh would love to see your Ainsley book :)
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Post by: maddy on July 15, 2012, 10:27:23 am
I love Ainsley's flavoured cous cous....makes a nice quick lunch...for me that is, no one else here likes cous cous   :-))
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Post by: KarenH on July 15, 2012, 11:08:00 am
I am always impressed by what Zumbo cooks, but honestly don't think I have the time or patience myself  :P

The Ainsley one looks great
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Post by: Meagan on July 15, 2012, 01:42:17 pm
Ainsley kissed my cheek today  ;D :o *swoon* I was working at the good food and wine show  :-*
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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 03:23:21 pm
Back from italy and was very good.. Only bought a few items .. Didnt get to look as much as i wanted as it was lovely and hot but the kids got grumpy quick so often was rushed :(( but still pleased with my purchases.. Just a shame i didnt get back to see some of the gorgeous jewellery i saw..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-d0ea-06de.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-d0fb-4221.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-d10b-d8a1.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-d120-0c6e.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-d12c-7b28.jpg)

Two bags with matching same leather wallets
One more travel and/or work and the other lrge handbag

A gorgeous book you can get at most major online bookshops just i happened to see it in a library in Firenze (florence) .. Love the style of the book

The geometry of pasta book i found interesting as it has so many kinds of pasta and thier sauces.. Two story books for the kids based on famous paintings.. Found it original and a pinocchio pop up book..

Got back home to rain nd cold weather and a drive home that took almost 6 hours instead of 3 then yesterday woke up to dd having broken out in chicken pox.. Oh well just infected half of tuscany lol..

Had a great time.. Would loved to have stayed much longer but so much to get done before the move so time was limited..
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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 03:26:04 pm
Dh got very annoyed i was buying more cookbooks lol
And dede i need tht sign.. Dh is forever ignoring my advice u til someone says what i said then he changes his mind.. Men!!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 09:20:33 pm
Why would this thread be banned.. I can understand if links are posted maybe thts not allowed but haring hT we have purchased is beneficial?? Imho
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Post by: obbie on July 15, 2012, 09:29:06 pm
the shopping thread is here, we would go mad without it.

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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 09:33:41 pm
Yes i agree.. I sometimes avoid it as i see something i disnt know i needed lol but love the thread.. However was very proud of myself that i only bought a few items..😁
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Post by: mcmich on July 15, 2012, 09:56:45 pm
Cookie, will be interested to see what you cook from your books. I have put several of my cookbooks on ebay and haven't bought a magazine in a week now since the 40 bags challenge. Getting withdrawal symptoms.

Very nice purchases Kim. Love the red handbag.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 09:58:36 pm
Ok whatbis 40 bags challenge??
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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 10:04:22 pm
Thx mcmich.. The red handbag was very interesting purchase as we had been to florencecnd the marketscand i was gretkyndisappointed.. Alot of crap for sale.. Anyway an italian friend said there is a town nearby to where we were staying that had a heap of leather or tanning factories and some sold leather gods o we wnt on a hunt to see hat we could find.. No outlets in sight just lot of very stinky factories o dh asked some orkers here you can buy goods made on site and off we went but were shocked to be taken from reception through the factory nd up some staits all over te lace up into a caged area like a mini personal shop lol and thats where i got the red handbag nd wallet..was an experience and lovett dh speaks italian and french and english.. Must keep him lol
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Post by: mcmich on July 15, 2012, 10:11:40 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 10:04:22 pm
Thx mcmich.. The red handbag was very interesting purchase as we had been to florencecnd the marketscand i was gretkyndisappointed.. Alot of crap for sale.. Anyway an italian friend said there is a town nearby to where we were staying that had a heap of leather or tanning factories and some sold leather gods o we wnt on a hunt to see hat we could find.. No outlets in sight just lot of very stinky factories o dh asked some orkers here you can buy goods made on site and off we went but were shocked to be taken from reception through the factory nd up some staits all over te lace up into a caged area like a mini personal shop lol and thats where i got the red handbag nd wallet..was an experience and lovett dh speaks italian and french and english.. Must keep him lol
Sounds like fun Frozzie.

The 40 bags  challenge is where you donate, bin or sell 40 bags of excess stuff you have. You are probably doing this any way with the move.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 15, 2012, 10:17:48 pm
Yes ould ven say we have succeeded 40 bags.. Even giving away dd's bedroom suite to a mum at school.. We could have easily sold it but i know she will appreciate it as she doesnt work nd her dh works for a chain resturant.. They have three kids...i hate selling things for next o nothing.. Much more pleasure out of giving them away!
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Post by: andiesenji on July 15, 2012, 11:24:13 pm
Just ordered one of  these (http://www.cooking.com/products/shprodde.asp?SKU=348318#axzz20jTo2Tam).

I am thinking it might be much less "fiddly" than the pie makers. 
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Post by: mcmich on July 15, 2012, 11:34:30 pm
Yes they are a bit less fiddly Andie. I have a sandwhich maker that makes that shape.
When the children were young I would make "MacDonald's" apple pies in it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on July 15, 2012, 11:35:59 pm
Email from fishpond, 1 book dispatched, should receive by friday. I hope so :)
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Post by: obbie on July 15, 2012, 11:56:41 pm
Lovely bags Kim.
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Post by: maddy on July 16, 2012, 05:05:33 am
Tortilla bowl bakers

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Post by: obbie on July 16, 2012, 05:06:44 am
what a great idea Maddy. :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 16, 2012, 05:44:07 am
I like those Maddy. You must have terrific storage.
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Post by: JulieO on July 16, 2012, 05:47:04 am
Love the tortilla bowls too, a great idea.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on July 16, 2012, 06:03:18 am
Thx robyn 😊
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 16, 2012, 06:04:30 am
Someone on fb used a muffin pan upside down to make tortillas. Will get the pic when I am home.
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Post by: faffa_70 on July 16, 2012, 06:37:15 am
Lol great minds DG I have just been off looking for the picture :)

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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 16, 2012, 06:38:20 am
Kathryn thanks  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 16, 2012, 06:45:12 am
That's an excellent idea too.
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Post by: obbie on July 16, 2012, 06:49:54 am
great idea, saves buying more stuff.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 16, 2012, 09:04:43 am
Love the bags Kim.

I don't think I'll be making much from the zumbo book.
Meagan Ainsley is rather nice isn't he? He was hugging and kissing all the ladies.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 16, 2012, 10:15:40 am
Thx cookie 😊
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on July 16, 2012, 10:18:33 am
Hi Droverjess
I have robotic vacuum and think it is great I have the iRoomba pet series model as I have dogs and it does better at the hair.   Only thing is its noisy but not as noisy as the TMX!!!!! last year when I went back to work full time I got the iRoomba and switched to Internet grocery shipping, two great time savers, now the TMX makes three!!!
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Post by: jakodai on July 16, 2012, 10:29:07 am
I'd love one of the robot vacuum cleaners but I'm a little worried as to how Jake would cope with it. He's quite timid and scared of loud noises. Back when he was doing obedience training if I reprimanded too loud we'd basically have to go home - he would turn into a mess. He's always been well behaved so I was never really that loud with him. When I vacuum at the moment he makes sure he stays at the other end of he apartment.
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Post by: mcmich on July 16, 2012, 10:47:15 am
There is a thread on vacuum cleaners. Not a lot of joy concerning the robotic ones.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 16, 2012, 11:12:49 am
They are very loud too
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Post by: obbie on July 16, 2012, 11:50:09 pm
wouldn't it get stuck on furniture...
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Post by: Wonder on July 17, 2012, 12:00:33 am
If you are looking at the robotic vacuum cleaners there is a brand (i think LG) that gets much better reviews than the iroomba which gets quite mixed reviews. I did a lot of research early this year and the best information I could find was on the whirlpool forum. It sounded a bit like you really got what you paid for and you needed to buy one of the more expensive ones to get a great job, the one I was looking at was around $700 but then a lot of bills came in and I never got back to going and looking at them in action. I would do a thorough google search and see if you can find the whirlpool threads. There are also quite a few utube comparison videos that are worthwhile looking at.
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Post by: Halex on July 17, 2012, 12:02:03 am
Love the tortillas. They look really fancy.

Looking to see if GF has put a pc, she bought the cookbook.

H :)
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Post by: maddy on July 17, 2012, 12:51:10 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6ef98bd2.jpg)

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Post by: obbie on July 17, 2012, 01:10:24 am
Looks good Maddy
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Post by: KarenH on July 17, 2012, 01:20:11 am
We have an iroomba robotic vacuum, and I would give it mixed reviews too.  It is easy to use, and a great-time saver and does a pretty good job, but the floor needs to be free of "hazards".  We have 2 little boys, and any bits of lego or suchlike will jam it up.  Also, it tends to get stuck on our skirting boards, or up against table or chair legs.  Which is fine if you are home while it is working and can free it up and set it going again, but if you want it to vacuum while you are out, then it is not that good.
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Post by: obbie on July 17, 2012, 01:24:53 am
Thanks for that Karen. We have 2 kids and lego on the floor, I thought it might get stuck under the table or going around corners..
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Post by: Meagan on July 17, 2012, 01:26:52 am
We have one too. It is pretty good but I agree it can get stuck by sucking up a sock or toy. It does work best when everything is lifted up. I often put it in a room, shut the door and let it do a room at a time.
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Post by: Yvette on July 17, 2012, 02:28:56 am
That's a great cupcake tray Maddy, would that fit in the oven ok? Much easier making cupcakes in one large tray
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Post by: courton on July 17, 2012, 02:56:21 am
How do you do stairs with robotic vacuum cleaners?
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Post by: maddy on July 17, 2012, 03:22:42 am
Quote from: Yvette on July 17, 2012, 02:28:56 am
That's a great cupcake tray Maddy, would that fit in the oven ok? Much easier making cupcakes in one large tray

I have a 900mm oven  ;)
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Post by: obbie on July 17, 2012, 03:47:12 am
Lucky Maddy...
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Post by: JulieO on July 17, 2012, 03:54:08 am
Looking forward to the photos of your creations Maddy.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 17, 2012, 04:06:52 am
Maddy I love your Cupcakes and Hallys... :)
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Post by: Deeau on July 17, 2012, 05:05:39 am
I have a iromba and love it I think it does a great job BUT I have mostly tiles and no small children so nothing on the floor much, I think in the bedrooms it does a better job on the carpet than my Dyson, I am always amazed when I "clean her bottom " ( empty out the dust bin ) to see how much is there from what I thought was a clean room, I use it everyday.

To keep in the the thread, my local deptment store ( only have one ) has a 40% sale off all kitchen items, I got a Mandoline slicer ( procastinating about these for ages ) and stocked up on Utensils, peelers, etc, I seeem to be always loosing them.
I love how you can colour theme kitchen items now .... I am trying for all lime green and black. Another 20 years and I am sure  I will be saying "what was I thinking with all this lime green stuff!"...lol
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 17, 2012, 08:50:24 am
No, you can never have too much green;)
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Post by: dede on July 17, 2012, 08:53:21 am
Brought 2 more fitbit pedometers today for DD and DH :D
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Post by: mcmich on July 17, 2012, 09:00:07 am
Quote from: dede on July 17, 2012, 08:53:21 am
Brought 2 more fitbit pedometers today for DD and DH :D

I'ld like to have a few more fit bits.
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Post by: Halex on July 17, 2012, 09:39:53 am
Coukdnt wait for a pc cookbook, bought the AWW paperback $12 size :)

H
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2012, 12:14:17 pm
Quote from: mcmich on July 17, 2012, 09:00:07 am
Quote from: dede on July 17, 2012, 08:53:21 am
Brought 2 more fitbit pedometers today for DD and DH :D

I'ld like to have a few more fit bits.

Me too.
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Post by: Meagan on July 17, 2012, 04:14:22 pm
Quote from: courton on July 17, 2012, 02:56:21 am
How do you do stairs with robotic vacuum cleaners?
They don't  ;) :D you get virtual walls with them and set it up so it doesn't fall down the stairs.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2012, 02:28:25 am
Hally I have an app on my ipad for a few WW cookbooks. It's called AWW Recipes. It is free. At the moment the books on it are WW Macaroons and Biscuits, WW Moroccan, WW Classic Recipes, WW Slow Cooker and a Taste Test one for free. Each book costs $4.49.
I don't know if they change them or if these are the only ones available on ipad as I only found it last week.
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Post by: Halex on July 18, 2012, 02:52:17 am
Cookie, I tried to search, but comes up no result. I was on the app store

Found it, it came up as triple tested, but the app i what yiucalled it.

Downloaded, thanks ;D
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Post by: Wonder on July 18, 2012, 03:53:11 am
The AWW app is great but they are sooooo slow in updating their books. I tried to buy the slow cooker one when they first released the app over 12 months ago and it took my money but the book would never download and I had to go back through apple to get a refund.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2012, 07:45:30 am
I'm glad I haven't bought any from it then.
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2012, 07:48:44 am
I think I have a PC book at home. will check it out...
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Post by: maddy on July 18, 2012, 08:51:17 am
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Post by: Frozzie on July 18, 2012, 09:16:56 am
Ahh maddy i was starting to worry.. Hadnt seen you post on here in a while.. 😃
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2012, 10:38:10 am
Maddy that book is so you.

I must buy one... :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 18, 2012, 12:07:04 pm
Maddy, how are the alpacas going?
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Post by: maddy on July 18, 2012, 02:06:44 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 18, 2012, 09:16:56 am
Ahh maddy i was starting to worry.. Hadnt seen you post on here in a while.. 😃

LOL...Kim, think it was only yesterday  ;)

I don't normally buy Dvd's, but couldn't resist this series.....DD & I LOVED it to bits!

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Quote from: mcmich on July 18, 2012, 12:07:04 pm
Maddy, how are the alpacas going?

really good Michele  :)  the combination of fox lights and the alpacas, we haven't lost any more lambs to foxes...touching wood, it stays that way.

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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 18, 2012, 02:20:58 pm
Oh, we enjoyed that series too!
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Post by: droverjess on July 18, 2012, 10:14:12 pm
I bought this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Soapmaking-Magickal-Guide-Alicia-Grosso/dp/1564146480/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1342645977&sr=1-4

Should be fun!
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Post by: obbie on July 19, 2012, 12:49:43 am
Looks good DJ
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Post by: maddy on July 19, 2012, 05:08:10 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on July 18, 2012, 02:20:58 pm
Oh, we enjoyed that series too!

I was sad to see that production ceased on season 3  :(
Enjoyed it as much as "love my way"....but didn't let DD watch that one though  :o LOL.
....oh, and did you see that the cake parlour book was released yesterday...can't wait to see it...hope it's good  ;)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 19, 2012, 05:12:34 am
What  pity about series 3. I missed Love my Way - sounds like i would have enjoyed it, but i couldnt persuade DH to watch it.
I picked up a parcel from the post office this morning from POK, and it's sitting in the boot of my car at the moment. I cant wait to get home from work and open it. I'm still waiting on my fishpond order too.
Anyway. lunch is over, so back to work now....
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Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2012, 06:26:01 am
Oops maddy.. Just shows how out of touch i am.. I adnt noticed any posts from you but to tryband keep up to a min of posts i av been skimming through .....oh well 😄😄😄

We booked and paid for the kids and my one way tickets tooz... Very sad but exciting...made the decision to do it alo e as alot of other flights tht week were starting to be fully booked out...disappointed we cudnt get on thr sme flight as my parents..
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Post by: droverjess on July 19, 2012, 06:27:46 am
When is that Frozzie?

Oh to,escape the worst summer ever!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2012, 06:29:24 am
10 oct is d day lol

Yes i know.. Its depressing... Happy though that we will have a summer this year in oz...
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Post by: obbie on July 19, 2012, 07:15:23 am
Frozzie a christmas in OZ   ;D   Nice and hot, steamy weather...

Summer in  December
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Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2012, 11:52:06 am
How long is the flight Kim?
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Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2012, 12:57:55 pm
Yes looking forward to a aussie summer...and chrissy

Jd the flight in totl s 24 hours on average.. Sometimes a couple of hours less sometimes more but roughly a day!
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Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2012, 01:00:00 pm
With how many stopovers Kim and do you get a chance to get off the plane and walk around any airports?
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Post by: Frozzie on July 19, 2012, 01:06:43 pm
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With how many stopovers Kim and do you get a chance to get off the plane and walk around any airports?

One stopover judy mostly in asia but also dubai and the like...yes you grt to walk around an airport.. Normally you have. Two to three hour wait between flights but sometimes it can be 15.. My fav is singapore airlines and airport.. Leave t rest for dead imo...but emirates is popular as they have alot more baggage allownce than any other airline... Im not a fan.. I have found thm rude, dont like the systm on arrival ie you land in the midle of knowhere on a masive and i mean massive tarmac thn you proceed after a long flight onto a bus where all the windows are frosted so you cnt see out of them for approx a 15 min ride stnding up with bags and kids as no seats then the airport itself i find hopeless and there is nothing really there...and last time things got tken from our suitcases between checking the bags and picking them up.. Was not impressed But they have 8kgs per person more baggage allowance than any other major airline
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Post by: Delightful Den on July 19, 2012, 03:12:59 pm
I bought 2 bottles of very nice Shiraz from Edgecombe in the Swan Valley. Only bought 2 as they are from their very old vines and have a price that matches the vines age.  I also bought a couple of bottles from Two Fish winery, some Margaret River Dark Chocolate with Chilli and a bottle of Canefire special blend rum.
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Post by: Meagan on July 19, 2012, 05:22:37 pm
2fitbits and the scales tonight :) also saved $35 by asking the guy at Harvey Norman for his best price  ;) I'm excited!
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Post by: dede on July 19, 2012, 09:47:20 pm
Excellent Meagan. Are you going to join us on the weight loss challenge? Also I have made a group on the fitbit website just for us forum members if you want to join us?
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Post by: Nikkit on July 20, 2012, 04:17:27 am
I have calmed down from my exertions and just a weeny bit of swearing from yesterday and can now post my bit on here.
Trying to save $$ yesterday  ???. Bought a lounge cover as the lounge needs replacing and certainly not on the list of "to buy"  :(.
It is the most ridiculous thing I have ever encountered in my life. How can one piece of material with 2 flappy bits and 4 buttons be so darned impossible?
Miss 10 and I put it on the lounge, fussed and fiddled, nope not right - "we have it upside down"  she says.
Riiight.
So off it comes and we put it on the other way, more fussing and fiddling. "We have it upside down" I say.
Uh uh.
So off it comes again and we tried it up ways and down ways and short ways and long ways and in side out ways to boot, and after much muttering under her breath (Miss 10) and my not so polite  muttering - not under my breath - and the both of us giving the person who designed it a new pedigree ... we gave up.
It then took me another 20 minutes to fold the darned thing and get it back in the bag looking respectable so I can take it back to the shop on Monday.
Blood pressure was up just a bit by the time I had finished!
So what now? Does anyone have a lounge cover they can recommend for a 3 seater lounge that is not going to cause me to raid my hubby's blood pressure tablets before, during or after I try another cover?
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Post by: dede on July 20, 2012, 04:32:47 am
Nikkit it sounds like you had heaps of fun trying to fit that cover lol. Sounds like that cover was just not made for your lounge. I can't recommend one for you though as I have never brought one myself :(
Hope you have better luck next time:)
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Post by: Nikkit on July 20, 2012, 04:37:41 am
Dede... I don't recall "fun" being one of the words used yesterday!
And I'm not too sure what type of lounge that cover was made to fit, it was a really weird shape!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 20, 2012, 04:56:00 am
Nikkit  can you post a pic  of the lounge  so we can see the shape?

Gert
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 20, 2012, 05:08:17 am
Nikkit, take down the measurements of your lounge and get a dressmaker to make it.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 20, 2012, 05:16:51 am
IKEA have a large range of loose covers  you can buy on line overseas much cheaper than you can buy in oz.

Gert
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Post by: Nikkit on July 20, 2012, 05:30:30 am
Gert - my lounge is a perfectly normal lounge - just like everything else in this house!  ;D
And err no pics, it is embarrassing! :-[
DG - should have asked in here first before I taught my daughter some new words! What a good idea! Thanks - may just do that yet!
And Gert - I went to IKEA the other day (along with half of Perth I am sure) and we did the old "follow the grey path and the black arrows like all the other sheep I mean people... But had the non-shopping OMG what are all these people doing here Miss 15 with me, so it would have to be the quickest visit to IKEA in history.n (will check on line though - later... then I can have a glass of wine while I peruse!) 
I may have to up the budget from the no frills 50 buck special lounge cover that had no measurements on the packet  :-)) just "fits most 3 seat lounges" .
Maybe that's where I went wrong...
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Post by: courton on July 20, 2012, 05:35:18 am
Nikkit i bought a "throw over and tie the Bow at both ends" type covers and they are a real hassle to put on...used to curse every time I had to put it on. Yuk
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Post by: gertbysea on July 20, 2012, 05:56:08 am
Nikkit no such thing as a normal lounge!!!!! High back low back square arms rounded  arms  legs no legs  square back  curved back . Stuffed cushions. Button backs . Square flat arms square round  arms.  See what I am saying?  Some would be easy to,cover and others not so much.  Some covers come in two parts so  covering the back and arms with the cushions on top or covering the whole thing.

You can get someone like Spotlight or a decorater shop to come out, measure up and make one but that can be expensive depending on the material.

You can get creative with a few yards of material or a king sized sheet.  Iron on Velcro can be your friend here. Upholstery tacks are useful too. Double sided tape is another one.

I saw  in St Vinnies  recently  some gorgeous covers that obviously came from a hotel or motel. Hardly worn in modern colours which would have been perfect for,the lounge I just got rid of. Bwaaaaaaa!

Gert
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Post by: Halex on July 20, 2012, 05:58:11 am
My PC books have not arrived >:( >:( >:( >:(

Wed-Fri my email said

  >:( >:( >:(
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 20, 2012, 05:59:44 am
Oh H how disappointing.

I am trying to find a curry mince recipe to do in the PC but can't find one. Might have to use my curried sausage recipe and add extra water and stock.
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Post by: obbie on July 20, 2012, 06:43:25 am
make one up Dizzy..
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Post by: cookie1 on July 20, 2012, 06:48:20 am
Nikkit I csan imagine your anger. I hate the 'follow the line' thing at Ikea. I hardly ever go there as I live south of the river.
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Post by: KarenH on July 20, 2012, 07:06:28 am
Nikkit, I share your pain re the lounge covers!  I have had no luck with them in the past, and honestly would not recommend bothering to find another one.  Even when you get them onto the sofa, as soon as someone sits on them and moves around a bit, they bunch up and pull half-off and look terrible.  Others may have had better luck - but after trying several different ones from several different places, I gave up.  I ended up getting a pretty throw rug and some cushions for the sofa to hide the ugly bits  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 20, 2012, 08:13:58 am
Just had to laugh. DH just handed me the  latest INNOVATIONS  cattle dog

Where are 2 things available.

 The first is a stretch cover which would work for keeping it tucked but it is pretty ordinary..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cba0263-0527-2cb2.jpg)

The second is a cover for dogs really but gives an idea.

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I would see  what it costs to recover it.

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 20, 2012, 09:21:50 am
I know how you feel H. The book I ordered for my nephew 's birthday this weekend hasn't arrived. The email said delivery would be this week or Monday next week:(
I went op shopping today to find something for the retreat, but I couldn't find anything that excited me.
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Post by: Halex on July 20, 2012, 11:56:20 am
DG, let me know, I have heaps of mince :) any mince in oc is good ;D

ES, yes you hope & wait for your delivery, thought it woud be here today.

H :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 20, 2012, 11:30:01 pm
Will be making the curried mince tonight. Once cooked will place in casserole dish and top with thinly sliced potatoes. Will post recipe if it works.
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Post by: Nikkit on July 21, 2012, 12:49:54 am
Ok, after all the great ideas and advice and pictures (thanks Gert...but that's not my cup of tea in the dogalog you showed!) I'm taking the lounge cover back for a refund and I'm going to just put up with the lounge as it is.
Although I did find a crocheted (??) rug my Nana made back in the 70's by the look of the colours in it, and I think there's a jumper or 2 of mine in it, so I might throw that over the lounge.
Or take it out the back, spray it with miracle spray and hit it with the pressure cleaner - wonder if that would make a difference!?
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Post by: gertbysea on July 21, 2012, 01:16:55 am
People who do carpet cleaning do that so why not give it a go. Don't suppose you have people who do lounge   cleaning there?

A Colorful throw and some mismatched cushions would distract from the crappiness of it.

Of course if you pressure cleaned it and totally ruined it  you would then have an excuse for a new one. Or it could be a statement you can talk about forever.

Eventually you know you will replace it so just live with it.

Been there done that. Covers never work unless they are tailor made.

I guess that is why our grandmothers has antimacassars. Now  that is something Amy won't know ;D

Gert
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Post by: Nikkit on July 21, 2012, 01:19:09 am
Amy's not the only one Gert. I know I have heard the word before, but do enlighten us please!
Tis a big word for this hour of the morning!
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Post by: Nikkit on July 21, 2012, 01:24:23 am
wait!
I know what they are, and I bet if I looked hard enough I'd have some here!
C'mon Amy - do you know?
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Post by: judydawn on July 21, 2012, 01:29:27 am
Amy's Grandmother probably has some herself  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 21, 2012, 01:40:29 am
Does your mum still have some Judy?  They were great in their day.

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on July 21, 2012, 01:46:40 am
My mother and aunt had them . . everywhere is seemed!!  . . .mostly of the lacy variety . . . :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 21, 2012, 01:54:29 am
Yes she does Gretchen, she is of the old school. My GS asked her what they were the other day, obviously he has never seen them before.
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Post by: obbie on July 21, 2012, 02:03:50 am
Oh yes, I know what you mean.. Good for fabric chairs.   I have leather, fabric chairs go a bit mouldy up here. :)

Shopping yes, I can add to that..
just bought 2 Pinatas and birthday invitations for my 2 kids $70, thats without the lollies..
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Post by: dede on July 21, 2012, 09:00:31 am
Went to bunnings and brought 12 solar lights and several plants for our lane. DS help me plant everything. Looks really good. Can't wait for the solar lights to charge. They will look good :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 21, 2012, 12:09:03 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 21, 2012, 01:16:55 am

I guess that is why our grandmothers has antimacassars. Now  that is something Amy won't know ;D

Gert
Don't know what they are and I'm an old lady.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 21, 2012, 12:39:51 pm
I didn't know they were called that. I certainly know what they are as Mum had them on the lounge. The latest A Model ford we bought had them too, all the way from the USA.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 21, 2012, 12:42:35 pm
I didnt know what they were either 😄
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Post by: judydawn on July 21, 2012, 02:30:01 pm
I only knew the name because of an English friend of mine.  My Mum would never have called them by their proper name ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on July 21, 2012, 02:33:54 pm
I had to google to find out what they were. I remember our English friend had them, but didn't know what they were called.
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Post by: Delightful Den on July 21, 2012, 02:56:09 pm
We always had them on the lounge suite in our formal lounge room.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 21, 2012, 03:07:22 pm
My great grandmother had them but had no idea hat they were called and def was not a fan lol
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Post by: andiesenji on July 21, 2012, 08:29:24 pm
Antimacassars were used to prevent men's hair oil from soiling furniture fabrics.

They were still common when I was a child when men used Brylcreem and similar hair "oils" - the "original" was macassar oil.
The reason sailors have wide collars on the backs of their uniform blouses was so the woolen fabric of the uniform itself would not be soiled - mainly because sailors wore their hair long and dressed in a pig-tail with oil.

The Army uniforms were not affected because they required the hair to be cut short in the back by the time hair oil became popular in the Victorian era.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on July 21, 2012, 10:02:25 pm
I guess its better than leaving the plastic on LOL
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Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2012, 02:05:52 am
Thanks Andie.  Even though men rarely use hair oil these days (well the men I know that is), these are still good to have on the backs of high-backed lounge furniture where men in particular sit.  It's amazing how dirty they get.
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Post by: Halex on July 22, 2012, 02:22:08 am
We had them in our drawing room in the family home.

H :)
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Post by: Decadent Dot on July 22, 2012, 05:41:16 am
Quote
The Army uniforms were not affected because they required the hair to be cut short in the back by the time hair oil became popular in the Victorian era.

All except the UK Royal Welsh Fusiliers. They were serving abroad when the order was given to cut off pigtails. They still to this day wear the black ribbons at the back of the neck as a result of their misdemeanor.
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Post by: Merrilyn on July 22, 2012, 06:32:01 am
That's fascinating Andie and Dot.

I love this forum.  You learn so many different things  :)
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Post by: Katiej on July 22, 2012, 08:24:17 am
Today we ordered a new Sharp Convection microwave at Harvey Norman. We had to order it as they didn't have any Sharp Convection microwaves in stock and I didn't want another brand. We also bought two Fitbits and a new HP wireless color laser printer.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 22, 2012, 10:01:18 am
OMG Decadent Dot, your post has just sent shivers up my spine. My dad, (who passed away in April this year, after loosing his wife of 65yrs on boxing day last year) served with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, and it was whilst serving with them, that he received the MM at the age of 21 yrs of age.
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Post by: dede on July 22, 2012, 10:10:43 am
Quote from: Katiej on July 22, 2012, 08:24:17 am
Today we ordered a new Sharp Convection microwave at Harvey Norman. We had to order it as they didn't have any Sharp Convection microwaves in stock and I didn't want another brand. We also bought two Fitbits and a new HP wireless color laser printer.

You will love all those things you brought, I love my Sharp convection microwave, and I love my wireless HP printer and I love lovely fitbits :D
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Post by: Decadent Dot on July 22, 2012, 12:36:19 pm
pumpkin pie, I remember the Royal Welsh Fusiliers as we served with them in Germany. My husband who was not welsh had to eat a raw leek after a large dinner whilst a drum rolled and the mascot goat was marched round the table at a regimental dinner to hopefully turn him into a Welshman. I was excused any rituals because my dad was Welsh and I could sing. Ha! such a rich life of wonderful memories. I expect your dad loved that he wore the black flashes (or ribbons) to denote that they did not cut off their pigtails quick enough. Wonderful that he had the MM at such a yong age.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 12:17:11 am
Bought an icecream machine with compressor 1.5 l with 3 extra bowls ... Yay

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Post by: fundj&e on July 23, 2012, 12:36:44 am
how big is the shipping container kim  ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 01:04:04 am
Lol big enough hopefully 😁
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 01:04:54 am
Im off to bed.. 2am here.. Night xx
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Post by: maddy on July 23, 2012, 04:07:27 am
Frozzie.....are your "french" appliances compatable to our voltage?
You won't have to get one of those big ugly transformers to use everything I hope  :-\
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2012, 04:48:26 am
Just what you will need here Kim.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 07:19:50 am
Not to worry maddy voltage compatible.. Dh is an electrical engineer and would never let m buy anything or bring anything if it wasnt compatible just need him to change over the plug to not use an adapter..i would need alot of them otherwise 😁

Thats what i thought cookie and ive been wanting to try some of e yummy icecreams posted but with alternative dairy options 😄
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Post by: maddy on July 23, 2012, 07:36:55 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 07:19:50 am
Not to worry maddy voltage compatible.. Dh is an electrical engineer

Well you married right!  ;D
Buy up big on all the stuff you can't get here then  ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 07:40:11 am
Unfortunately i think there isnt much you cant get in oz unless its a particular brand your after lol.. Just ame across a great deal on the icecream maker with compressor so couldnt pass it up.. I am looking though 😁
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 07:49:21 am
Some of the jewellery i got and some i bought on my bday..

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Post by: droverjess on July 23, 2012, 07:52:09 am
Ice cream maker envy here!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 07:54:54 am
If it makes you feel better dj i never felt like making the jump to buy it with this shocking weather when we were staying in europe but now we are off to oz im excited as i know i will actually use it 😁😁😁
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Post by: JulieO on July 23, 2012, 08:13:31 am
When I was standing in line at the check out today, I noticed a lady talking to people in the lines.  When she came over to me she asked if I would like to choose a free book from the 2 she had in her arms.  Both were from the Women's Weekly range; one for diabetic cooking and this one, which is what I chose. 

Just having a quick look through, there looks to be some nice recipes I'll be able to make.  What a nice gesture.  :D


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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 08:15:47 am
Was it a promo or just somw woman giving stuff away julieo??
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Post by: JulieO on July 23, 2012, 08:17:50 am
No it was just one of the local supermarket girls.  Obviously had lots of copies of those 2 books and wanted to get rid of them, but I haven't had that happen to me before.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 08:22:11 am
Me either.. No one gives anything away here 😄😄
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Post by: KarenH on July 23, 2012, 08:35:21 am
Frozzie, a good friend of mine (who is a keen foodie) has just returned from a holiday to France.  She stocked up (and spent up!!)  on carbon steel knives - apparently they aren't available here at a reasonable price. 

Maybe you could bring a container-load with you, and sell them for a fine profit when you get here  ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 08:40:09 am
Thx karen will check it out... As for reselling in oz the aussie customs would deal with that... So would be a no go ..got to NOT love aussie taxes lol

Any other suggestions of what to buy up on would be appreciated fellow shopers...😄😄
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Post by: droverjess on July 23, 2012, 01:42:05 pm
Thanks frozzie.... Better for our waists anyway not to have one!

And with DD really leaving home in sept, probably for good ( after coming and going on travels, courses and uni for the last 4.5 years) we will not need one and have managed without thus far!
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Post by: Debbiebillg on July 23, 2012, 02:07:53 pm
Frozzie, I wonder whether TMX Australia will service your TMX if you have any issues here ! They're quite against providing any kind of support / service to overseas purchased ones but wonder what would happen in your case ? I've been following on the forum about your move back to Aus, all the very best for the move ! So we're getting another Queenslander yay ! Soon we may be able to arrange a QLD forum meet up lol !!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 02:19:35 pm
Dj yes good justification  ;D.

DEbbie..no idea but i will ask m'y consultant here what she thinks...im sure they would in my case.. Not like i lived in oz when i bought it.. I CAN understand HO being upset about locals purchasing overseas but those that have had them for à while and moved to oz??? In any case not much i CAN do if they dont want to if thé need arises except kick up à kerfuffle lol

My parents have à thx as well.. Im sure it will be fine

Yes another qlder.. Im sûre à catchup Will be on thé cards at some stage

 :)
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Post by: andiesenji on July 24, 2012, 06:38:53 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 23, 2012, 12:17:11 am
Bought an icecream machine with compressor 1.5 l with 3 extra bowls ... Yay

(http://img.tapatalk.com/4efa2244-89de-99ee.jpg)

I'm sure you will love it.  I've had self-contained ice cream/gelatto makers for many years - so handy to always have it ready to roll.

Now, with the lovely tomatoes vine ripe - I have made several batches of tomato sorbet, also fresh cherry granita.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 24, 2012, 07:08:31 am
Yum andie 😊

I wanted the one with a compressor as didnt like the idea of th bowl in the freezer personally... Definately excited about all the possibilities.. I was waiting for summer to order it and summer never came but the move to oz changed that...will definately be useful 😊
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Post by: trudy on July 24, 2012, 07:12:30 am
Looks great Kim.  Looks like you are well on the way to summer in Queensland!!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 24, 2012, 07:47:08 am
Cant wait trudy.. The beach, sunshine.. Think the only thing ill miss re summer here is the long days ie being daylight until after 11pm... Love that oh and restaurants open late.. I remember last time we were in oz being hurried up at 7 and being told if we ont hurry the restaurant will e closed lol.. They dont open until 7.30/8 here.. Think ill have to readjust a little!

Ps hope your feeling better 😘
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Post by: trudy on July 24, 2012, 10:32:18 am
Yes Kim, much, much better.  Virus is all gone and I'm back walking without too much pain.  No stairs here!!!!  Ha! Ha! 
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Post by: Frozzie on July 24, 2012, 04:26:24 pm
Ha ha.. Yes will be glad o get back to one level houses..😁
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2012, 01:02:09 pm
Used  in the final of MasterChef AU.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=462787

Gert
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Post by: Jadey on July 25, 2012, 02:50:55 pm
Although I'm not supposed to be spending any money  :-\ I think this is a good deal allowing me to use my high heels more. Therefore it's an investment yes?  ;D

http://bit.ly/OCvt2c (http://bit.ly/OCvt2c)

Jadey  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on July 25, 2012, 04:29:01 pm
Speaking of shoes.

A friend sent me a link to some "spikey" shoes (http://www.solestruck.com/search-womens-shoes/) - for women who want to make an "impression" when they "kick up their heels."

Or make an impression on someone's backside when the person needs a bit of discipline!

There are quite a few pages of shoes and sandals that run from the fantastic to the ridiculous but there are some that are pretty and I saw a few pair of flats that I like - I can't wear heels.

Anyway, I thought some of you might get a chuckle out of it.
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Post by: fundj&e on July 25, 2012, 07:53:08 pm
 :-)) interesting shoes andi
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Post by: andiesenji on July 25, 2012, 10:27:25 pm
Got my new PURPLE Thermapen today.   
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(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Kitchen%20Essentials/HPIM4707.jpg)

Note the outside temp is 91° F., but 76.5° F inside with only the "swamp" cooler running.

Evaporative coolers cost only a tiny fraction to run because power use is very low. 
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Post by: Frozzie on July 25, 2012, 10:44:26 pm
Im eyeing some mauviel cookware... 😉.. Havent quitecdecided on my selection.. Love the heritage 150s collection....
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2012, 11:02:53 pm
I love it when you go shopping andisenji.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on July 25, 2012, 11:43:54 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 25, 2012, 10:44:26 pm
Im eyeing some mauviel cookware... 😉.. Havent quitecdecided on my selection.. Love the heritage 150s collection....

I have a lot of Mauviel copper cookware.  Some was purchased by my great-grandmother in Villedieu-les-Poêles in the 1870s. Some was purchased before WWI by my grandfather and some was purchased in the 1930s by my grandmother when they visited France, Greece and Italy, skipping Spain because of "civil unrest" -

I used to have to get most of it retinned every few years but when Bourgeat came out with the stainless steel lined copper, I bought the most common pots and frypans and retired the old stuff. 

One of my friends, a gourmet cook who lives in New York, got a big set of the Mauviel Stainless M'Cook 5-ply cookware with the aluminum core and just loves it. She was interviewed and gave a TV review for a local (New York) PBS station, demonstrating the cookware. 
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Post by: Halex on July 26, 2012, 12:34:46 am
Love your thermapen.

 :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 26, 2012, 01:46:15 am
mmn, I just don't have anything clothes that would go with them...
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Post by: obbie on July 26, 2012, 02:51:36 am
well , I can add to this thread today.

Just got my 2 kids birthday presents today.

DS is 7 tomorrow and DD is 8 in 2 weeks.

Lap tops for each.. So they can do homework, and play games, you tube on the lap tops, and stay off my shop computer.. :D :D
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Post by: Halex on July 26, 2012, 02:59:27 am
We bought crown prince a laptop last xmas. Brilliant. Its an applemac. He also needs it for school next year as he is on the laptop programme.

Just ordered 2 cases of white wine :D have red wine, but we dont drink it, just use it for cooking.

 :)
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Post by: obbie on July 26, 2012, 03:05:50 am
I got 2 Asus, pretty happy with them..
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Post by: Frozzie on July 26, 2012, 08:02:45 am
Asus are great robyn... Love mine 😊

Andie how special that your great grandmother got her pots from The town of the makers of Mauviel... Have not been there but would love to pass by and see whats around today..we will be up that way in august so might manage a visit. Have to decide but i love te estetiques of the 150s range and always wanted ss and copper mix pots
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Post by: mcmich on July 26, 2012, 08:14:50 am
Have just googled Mauviel. What beautiful cookware.
I just bought Swiss Diamond on sale and it just doesn't compare.
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Post by: Emme on July 26, 2012, 08:22:25 am
Hello Frozzie
Lucky you, I am green with envy, I was looking at the Marviel flared saute pan the other day.  Oh well, I suppose I can always dream.

Marie   ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 26, 2012, 08:37:45 am
Had another look and am considering the saute pan.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 26, 2012, 08:45:29 am
Emme maybe one day.. 😊 maybe save up and buy one piece at a time.. So worth it..timeless and sturdy cookware ..

Dh is allowing me 😄 to buy a few french items 😉 before leaving france otherwise he would probbly tell me to wait a bit .....i love the mauviel 150s collection... Will be getting a few pieces and will probably top up with different pieces when we return to France.. You can buy it in oz but prefer to buy it locally ...
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Post by: fundj&e on July 26, 2012, 08:50:01 am
went to Costco today spent over $400
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Post by: Frozzie on July 26, 2012, 08:58:46 am
On what?
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Post by: cookie1 on July 26, 2012, 08:59:49 am
Lucky you Uni having a Costco.
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Post by: mcmich on July 26, 2012, 09:05:52 am
Quote from: fundj on July 26, 2012, 08:50:01 am
went to Costco today spent over $400
Love Costco. My BF is a member and we go together occasionally. I bought handy towel, baking paper, soy sauce.
Do they still have the tastings at the end of the aisles Uni?
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Post by: gertbysea on July 26, 2012, 09:15:32 am
We wanna Costco too.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on July 26, 2012, 10:11:22 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 26, 2012, 09:05:52 am
Quote from: fundj on July 26, 2012, 08:50:01 am
went to Costco today spent over $400
Love Costco. My BF is a member and we go together occasionally. I bought handy towel, baking paper, soy sauce.
Do they still have the tastings at the end of the aisles Uni?
yes they do and you know how much i love the tastings

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Post by: obbie on July 27, 2012, 01:46:02 am
We want a Costco, Aldi, POK, anything....

Uni, what did you buy..
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Post by: fundj&e on July 27, 2012, 01:50:13 am
lots and lots robyn  ;D

was happy with the price of the plain flour 12.5 kgs for 9.49
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Post by: obbie on July 27, 2012, 02:23:33 am
Bargain. what else went in for $400. I have to go shopping today for the party..
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Post by: Yvette on July 27, 2012, 02:36:33 am
Costco is great but you have to buy in bulk or bigger quantities than normal for eg instead of buying one loaf of bread you have to buy two and milk is in 3 litres which is usually ok. I find Coles and Woolworths are lowering their prices now to try and compete with Costco cause a lot of the prices aren't often much cheaper
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Post by: obbie on July 27, 2012, 03:21:02 am
I have to go shopping this afternoon.

Might close early and take the kids..
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Post by: Emme on July 27, 2012, 03:35:55 am
Quote from: obbie on July 27, 2012, 01:46:02 am
We want a Costco, Aldi, POK, anything....
Totally agree, obbie, would love to have them down here also.

Marie ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 27, 2012, 05:59:44 am
Every year I write to Aldi asking for a store in Cairns. Every year they politely  tell me no can do.

gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 27, 2012, 06:22:17 am
I'm so excited :)
My new space heater was installed today. It has been such a cold winter and our reverse cycle airconditioner just hasn't been able to cope.
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Post by: goldfish on July 27, 2012, 06:59:04 am
ES - that's wonderful!!  It looks great and it's so good to feel "not frozen"!!!

Not sure I needed it, but I bought a Kaiser square spring form . . .will have to use it lots now to justify purchase . . ;D ;D

Oops - and also one of those 50 piece Wilton Decorating Caddies . . .
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Post by: Halex on July 27, 2012, 07:04:44 am
ES, thank goodness you have one. I hate being cold. I couldnt survive without this. The cats love it too, but not together.
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Post by: Jadey on July 27, 2012, 07:19:16 am
Oh Uni - I love Costco one of my favorite shopping outings. I have been thinking since buying Hermie that it would probably be worthwhile for things like Parmesan, flour etc. to go and do another trip out there in the next couple of weeks.

Has anyone tried the Ichiban Delicious noodles? They are amazing! I always come home with many many boxes of them.

Jadey :)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 27, 2012, 08:14:20 am
Maddy wht was the cake decorating kit you suggested to karenh i think it was??
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Post by: courton on July 27, 2012, 08:19:30 am
Looks great! Where is it coming from?
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Post by: maddy on July 27, 2012, 08:21:15 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 27, 2012, 08:14:20 am
Maddy wht was the cake decorating kit you suggested to karenh i think it was??

Hi Kim  :)
It was the wilton decorators caddy

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/KGrHqRn4E-uGW-4zBPw8qipmKg60_1.jpg)

Bought mine from ebay.
Lots of tips, colours etc, and handy to have your stuff all together....although I have a designated cabinet for all the sprinkles, glitters, cases etc.  :P
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 27, 2012, 10:36:51 am
The Armorie looks very classy Maddy 8)
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Post by: Jadey on July 28, 2012, 03:09:46 am
That armoire is gorgeous! what a lucky DD

I also googled the Thermapen and it looks awesome. Just a bit exxy for me at this stage or it would likely end up on the order list.

My Australian Women's Weekly Retro Cookbook arrived in the mail yesterday and I picked it up today. It's amazing! MIL had a read through and says its the best cookbook she's ever seen. And since she's a mad fanatic and has everything under the sun that's a good review. I'll read through it a bit more later today.

Jadey  :)
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Post by: judydawn on July 28, 2012, 07:55:36 am
The rest of her room is so gorgeous maddy, this will really finish it off and sometimes you just have to go down the easy path instead of working your butt off all the time  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 28, 2012, 10:55:34 am
Maddy when the room is  all together can we take a peek? Sounds beautiful.

Jaydey you will have to. Give us some reviews of the retro cookbook. Sounds like a fun book.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on July 28, 2012, 11:20:08 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 28, 2012, 10:55:34 am
Maddy when the room is  all together can we take a peek? Sounds beautiful.

I can give you a peek now...
The walls are a mauve sort of colour, and I painted the frames, ceiling, skirts all the one colour....really gives it a dramatic look.  I guess the theme is baroque-esque.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7428.jpg)

The bed head is studded with swarovski crystals...I know...a little o.t.t, but DD and I fell in love with it.  Just sparkles when the light hits it  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/104_7432.jpg)

The curtains are black sheers, and went with the black blind as her room is the lightest in the house....and you know teenagers like to sleep in  :-))
I loved the quote above the curtains...DD is such an individual, I thought it was appropriate.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-10.jpg)

This at the foot of her bed for dvd's

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/image001-9.jpg)

this is the large mirror in the other corner, and this dresser is used as her desk

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/Handler.jpg?t=1343470532)










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Post by: gertbysea on July 28, 2012, 11:25:36 am
Wow that is some room. No wonder DD loves it. Well done.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 28, 2012, 11:30:40 am
Just stunning Maddy.One lucky DD to have such a beautiful bedroom 8)
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 28, 2012, 11:43:09 am
I still try to support local/interstate suppliers of produce.  Buying at farmers markets,etc. We  have a local dairy that is now producing & supplying milk o tour local  area and beyond. Good on them. I work with a lady, who, with her husband also run a dairy farm, and after listening the problems they are going through, with running costs, and undercutting with Coles and WW, you wonder why they keep going. Although I do make my own yoghurt, I have also been buying Gippsland dairy yoghurt and it is beautiful yoghurt. Please support your local suppliers where possible.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 28, 2012, 11:54:29 am
I agree PP. we do not buy much dairy in our house but when I do I always support our local  dairy farm. Farmers work so very hard for so little reward. It must be heartbreaking .

It must be hard though on those who buy a lot of milk not to be tempted to buy as cheaply as possible.  Of course if the milk is cheap  you can be sure you will pay more for other things in Coles and Woolies. You can never win.

Gert
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 28, 2012, 12:10:00 pm
I agree Gert, people who have to live on a strict budget, look for the cheapest, as I used to have to do years ago, and I also didn't take much notice or listen to the local producers that where suffering then, but this is becoming much  worse for our aussie producers both local and interstate. The government is allowing so much more o/seas imports into the country now, that even small on farm producing families are finding hard to make ends meet.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 28, 2012, 12:17:07 pm
It makes me really cranky that I cannot get Australian Grown things here in Cairns or the things that grow locally are first sent to Townsville or Brisbane before coming back here. We have potatoes just up the  hill from Cairns but they go halfway around the state before getting to my local Coles. How stupid that the local manager cannot source his own products.


Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 28, 2012, 12:21:33 pm
Quote from: pumpkin pie on July 28, 2012, 11:43:09 am
I still try to support local/interstate suppliers of produce.  Buying at farmers markets,etc. We  have a local dairy that is now producing & supplying milk o tour local  area and beyond. Good on them. I work with a lady, who, with her husband also run a dairy farm, and after listening the problems they are going through, with running costs, and undercutting with Coles and WW, you wonder why they keep going. Although I do make my own yoghurt, I have also been buying Gippsland dairy yoghurt and it is beautiful yoghurt. Please support your local suppliers where possible.
Very interesting reading your post PP as dairy farmers have the same problem here in the UK with the supermarkets.Farmers are producing milk at a loss.
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Post by: Delightful Den on July 28, 2012, 05:17:35 pm
DD ordered a horse float today. She ordered a purple double angle load with an extra tack box and yards. Dad was called in to make sure it was a good deal. She knows more about them than I do. She asked me what I thought. I told her it was her money and she knew her finance better than I did.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 28, 2012, 05:20:49 pm
lol got to love dads..probably because we look up to our dads when we are little but as we get older realise they dont know as much as we thought they did  ;D love and respect them though
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Post by: obbie on July 29, 2012, 12:08:20 am
I totally agree PP. support the local farmers.
We have just had 2 more dairy farmers shut. They will do something else, not milk, as they are loosing money.

The amount of waste is amazing, and its all because of coles and ww wanting perfect shaped fruit / veges at rock bottom prices.

Nothing wrong with a mark on a banana. Coles and ww have gone back to suppliers and asked for 10% more discount, so they can make more $$$. >:(

If the farmers have not upgraded and gone computerized, they get swallowed up by the big boys, or close...
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Post by: Halex on July 29, 2012, 12:58:19 am
Aussie Farmers brilliant, everything Australian. Yes the milk is more than c or ww brand but it tastes better & at keast we know whats in it.

 :)
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Post by: KarenH on July 29, 2012, 02:24:23 am
After reading about Aussie Farmers on this forum, I looked them up on the internet and rang up, all excited, wanting to join ......

They don't deliver to our area yet  >:(

Also grumpy, because our local council has just introduced a "green waste" pick-up for garden waste and food scraps, all of which go to a big compost depot to be recycled - and the collection truck drives right past our street - but wont be coming down our street  >:(

But at least we can still go to our local farmers market to get locally grown produce, and we are lucky to have a couple of excellent local dairies that do organic biodynamic dairy produce   ;D ;D  so I shouldnt complain
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Post by: obbie on July 29, 2012, 02:27:26 am
Aussie farmers don't deliver here, only Brisbane and Gold Coast in QLD.

Oh well, I support as many local farmers as i can direct..

I need the farmers to keep us going, so I have to support them too.
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Post by: Halex on July 29, 2012, 02:31:34 am
Aussie Farmers are expanding. Email them again & again.
It might work.

H :)
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Post by: jakodai on July 29, 2012, 07:21:38 am
I bought a couple of the AWW cookbooks today

(http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/9024/9781863969024.jpg)

(http://images.magshop.com/products/2637060112_21-Day-Diet-Planner_L.jpg)

And I also put a iPad 3 on layby at Target, too. They're only $499 there, and I also get staff discount as my mum works for Coles, so it's only costing me about $475 instead of the $539 retail from Apple. I can't wait to get my own iPad - DS has all but taken ownership of the iPad 1 that we have, which I'm fine with, because he plays a lot of educational games which have taught him how to count and he's also able to recognise all the letters of alphabet. But it's a pain, because when I want to use the iPad, it's a bit of a battle. I use it a lot for recipes, but Murphy's Law means that when I want to use it, he already is. I also like to read books on it, but so does DS - he likes to turn the pages... lol.
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Post by: judydawn on July 29, 2012, 07:24:01 am
Youngsters everywhere are taking over their parents' iPads jakodai so you are not alone there. 
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Post by: jakodai on July 29, 2012, 07:28:36 am
I tried to limit how much time he spent on it first, to just when we were on the train, or at the doctor's and waiting for a while, but then I realised that he's learning so now he can have it when he wants it. I can restrict the stuff that I don't want him to do on it, so it's all good.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 29, 2012, 08:25:44 am
Yes who cares if their cucumber isn't as straight as a ruler,  it still tastes the same inside or if pumpkins have warts on the skin its what is inside that counts.  Also produce from farmers markets usually are ripened on the vine/tree etc, and taste so much better, not being picked green, & stored in cold storage for 12 months before you get to buy them. Farmers market fruit and veg last so much longer in the fridge too.
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Post by: obbie on July 29, 2012, 08:27:57 am
Yes PP, I have to support local farmers, or else i would not have a business at all. As they are my main customers..
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Post by: Jadey on July 29, 2012, 08:38:02 am
I would adore having a local farmers market.
Unfortunately there is one but its held once a month on a Friday  :-))

Shame about the majority of us that have to work. And there's no option but the shops for the rest of the month for everyone who can get there. Its so silly!

Jadey  :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 29, 2012, 09:00:40 am
Going off the current topic. Bought new PJ's, Oyster Bay Sav Blanc and flowers for the house.
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Post by: Delightful Den on July 29, 2012, 09:02:19 am
The flowers look lovely Michelle.
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Post by: mcmich on July 29, 2012, 09:16:57 am
My DH appreciates flowers in the house.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 29, 2012, 09:26:10 am
Yes Michelle fresh flowers always look nice.  Oyster Bay Sav Blanc very nice :)

Jadey, what a stupid day to hold a farmers market, surely they would get more people there on a week-end

Obbie what type of shop do you own?
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Post by: obbie on July 30, 2012, 12:23:21 am
PP Pumps and irrigation.
we do from the smallest  pump for 1 tap, to the biggest for huge farmers, and everything to do with irrigation.  :)

We know so many farmers here. There is markets up here every weekend somewhere to go to. sometimes you have to drive 15-20 minutes, but one every week end on the tablelands.
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Post by: andiesenji on July 30, 2012, 01:57:15 am
Quote from: obbie on July 30, 2012, 12:23:21 am
PP Pumps and irrigation.
we do from the smallest  pump for 1 tap, to the biggest for huge farmers, and everything to do with irrigation.  :)

We know so many farmers here. There is markets up here every weekend somewhere to go to. sometimes you have to drive 15-20 minutes, but one every week end on the tablelands.

I've a friend who supplies me with fogger nozzles to keep my garden cool when the temps get over 110° F. and the wind sucks the moisture right out of the plants.
He sells "indoor" watering equipment to folks who have small 8 x 8 foot greenhouses and tiny gardens up to commercial growers with greenhouses the side of football fields and multiples.  His brother-in-law sells enormous irrigation pumps and those huge rolling sprinklers that "walk" across 100 acre fields. 
To me this technology is fascinating.
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Post by: obbie on July 30, 2012, 02:00:32 am
Andiesenji, My DH fixes those traveling irrigators and all the pumps..
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Post by: Halex on July 30, 2012, 04:51:31 am
Finally, 1 book has arrived.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3ab2d340-04de-c2fa.jpg)
Some lovely recipes in it. Seeing how to adjust menu plan wiyhout adjusting budget, def next week though.
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Post by: Yvette on July 30, 2012, 06:21:54 am
What recipe are you going to try first Hally
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Post by: Halex on July 30, 2012, 06:40:51 am
Yvette, do you have the book, if so what would you recommend

Spring Lamb pg 116
Stick pork spare ribs pg 162
Caamdlised Pepper Pork pg 163,  maddys photo better

Also looking at some soups, I  make 2 a week
Plus the bolognaise

Thats nearly next weeks menu worked out, LOL

 :)

Actually my first dish is going to be Butter Chicken, I have all the ingredients, yay, happy, happy.
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Post by: pumpkin pie on July 30, 2012, 08:00:16 am
Went to IKea today, had a good time brousing, purchased recycle bins for the kitchen cupboards in the new house, glass shelving for the bathroom, fab shoe rack, unusual mirror set up for the bathroom.
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Post by: astarra on July 31, 2012, 12:30:52 am
I just ordered this set..... can't wait to get it now!!
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Post by: Halex on July 31, 2012, 12:47:24 am
Looks great, how does it slice the shapes?

H :)
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Post by: obbie on July 31, 2012, 12:54:52 am
Love the set Astarra
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Post by: Wonder on July 31, 2012, 01:07:46 am
They look great Astarra, are they mini bread tins? where did you buy them? I'm thinking i might need them!
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Post by: maddy on July 31, 2012, 01:21:21 am
Quote from: Halex on July 31, 2012, 12:47:24 am
Looks great, how does it slice the shapes?

H :)

You just cook it in shaped tin, then slice with knife.
I had that in my shopping cart a while back, but never bought them....would like to see what you think of them Astarra.
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Post by: maddy on July 31, 2012, 01:28:58 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/118697ab.jpg)

Hubby managed to kill the 2 of 3 handsets we had....they can't swim very well  :-))
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Post by: Wonder on July 31, 2012, 01:34:20 am
we've found phones don't swim very well either Maddy - funny about that.
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Post by: astarra on July 31, 2012, 01:49:13 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 31, 2012, 01:07:46 am
They look great Astarra, are they mini bread tins? where did you buy them? I'm thinking i might need them!

Thanks.  :D
I just ordered them on ebay - I was searching for mini bread tins and these came up, couldn't resist!  :) Hoping it will help miss 5 eat sandwiches a bit better.  :)

Maddy - phones don't seem to like swimming - or going thru the washing machine either... :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 02:01:15 am
I finally bought my lovely mauviel pans.. Got 2 and one lid..will add to it bit by bit over time..a piece here and there...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-74bd-6191.jpg)
20cm saucepan/casserole

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-7626-3c33.jpg)
24cm sautee pan

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-7668-5598.jpg)
24cm lid

6 copper cannele moulds ...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-75e2-c563.jpg)

And a fitbit each for dh and i

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-77f6-ad3f.jpg)

No more shopping for a while 😁
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 02:02:16 am
Quote from: astarra on July 31, 2012, 12:30:52 am
I just ordered this set..... can't wait to get it now!!

I have a couple of those...great for canapes etc
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Post by: Katiej on July 31, 2012, 02:38:18 am
They look cool Astarra  :)
I've never seen anything like that before.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 31, 2012, 02:48:21 am
Quote from: maddy on July 31, 2012, 01:28:58 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/118697ab.jpg)

Hubby managed to kill the 2 of 3 handsets we had....they can't swim very well  :-))


Maddy I have a Uniden four fer and one of them swims!

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on July 31, 2012, 03:17:00 am
Hally I don't have the book, but I have been interested in reading about everyone's pc adventures
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Post by: andiesenji on July 31, 2012, 03:27:15 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 31, 2012, 01:34:20 am
we've found phones don't swim very well either Maddy - funny about that.

They also do not survive a Basenji who must have smelled something tasty on one of mine. Fortunately I bought a boxed set of a base station with six remotes and had only used five.
Aston has never bothered anything else like this. I think I ate a hamburger and answered the phone with my greasy hands and didn't clean it well.  I have no one to blame but myself...
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Post by: faffa_70 on July 31, 2012, 04:43:30 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 31, 2012, 02:48:21 am
Quote from: maddy on July 31, 2012, 01:28:58 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/118697ab.jpg)

Hubby managed to kill the 2 of 3 handsets we had....they can't swim very well  :-))


Maddy I have a Uniden four fer and one of them swims!

Gert

I have the same set Gert, was just coming to post that ... love the swimming one  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 31, 2012, 05:23:07 am
Our phones have never been swimming. (don't have a pool in this house) One has survived being buried though, fortunately it was found quickly.
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Post by: medusa on July 31, 2012, 06:16:03 am
Quote from: astarra on July 31, 2012, 12:30:52 am
I just ordered this set..... can't wait to get it now!!

These are great, I am going to have a look.
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Post by: Wonder on July 31, 2012, 07:14:20 am
I just ordered a set of those tins through Amazon. I certainly don't need them but they look like fun.
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Post by: Emme on July 31, 2012, 07:37:03 am
Frozzie,

Love those pans,  still dreaming!!!


Marie   ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 07:48:02 am
Quote from: Emme on July 31, 2012, 07:37:03 am
Frozzie,

Love those pans,  still dreaming!!!


Marie   ;D

I have always wanted them (not specifically mauviel but copper ss pans but when i saw the mneritage 150 collection i fell in love with it... Just gorgeous) but always put them off... After a very crappy start to 2012 i decided no more waiting or putting things off so within reason of course i have been getting bits and pieces ive wanted...will take me a while to complete my collection though...i love the roasting pan but its alot more than the pans lol
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Post by: desi on July 31, 2012, 07:55:57 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 02:01:15 am
I finally bought my lovely mauviel pans.. Got 2 and one lid..will add to it bit by bit over time..a piece here and there...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-74bd-6191.jpg)
20cm saucepan/casserole

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-7626-3c33.jpg)
24cm sautee pan

Hi Frozzie,
I love the Mauviel pans. Do you know if they can be used on induction cook tops?

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-7668-5598.jpg)
24cm lid

6 copper cannele moulds ...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-75e2-c563.jpg)

And a fitbit each for dh and i

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-77f6-ad3f.jpg)

No more shopping for a while 😁
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 08:11:36 am
Correction Yes they can be used on all fires so gas induction electrique etc etc as do most pans over here but for induction you need to buy a special disc.. I dont know why in oz and elsewhere they only have specific fire for pans etc

Just double checked and for this collection you need a special disc to use on induction..other mauviel collections ive seen are all fire..
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Post by: maddy on July 31, 2012, 08:25:12 am
Kim, they are truly beautiful!  Are they much work to keep in pristine condition?
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Post by: *suzanne* on July 31, 2012, 08:26:30 am
Those pans look wonderful

Well apparently I had a delivery coming yesterday and it was signed for and delivered but not to me and not by me so now I have to deal with Australia post  :-)), my delivery man has been giving me grief for a long time and I get at least 1-2 parcels a week so he knows who I am and my address, not happy.....
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Post by: astarra on July 31, 2012, 08:27:54 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on July 31, 2012, 08:26:30 am
Those pans look wonderful

Well apparently I had a delivery coming yesterday and it was signed for and delivered but not to me and not by me so now I have to deal with Australia post  :-)), my delivery man has been giving me grief for a long time and I get at least 1-2 parcels a week so he knows who I am and my address, not happy.....

That sounds annoying Suzanne - hope you get it sorted as painlessly as possible.  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on July 31, 2012, 08:31:18 am
Thanks Astarra, the incompetence of this man is unbelievable, he truly frustrates me and I don't even really know him and AP's customer service isn't the best either so who knows when I get my candles
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Post by: gertbysea on July 31, 2012, 08:33:00 am
If a magnet sticks to the bottom of your pot then it can be used on an electric induction cooktop. If not then no.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 08:53:30 am
Quote from: maddy on July 31, 2012, 08:25:12 am
Kim, they are truly beautiful!  Are they much work to keep in pristine condition?

Maddy apparenty easy to maintain but as ive never had them before i dont know just that the french believe they are the best to cook with.. Copper in general as it cooks evening and gives a finish on food above other items.. Will have to get back to you on that though once ive had them for a while and used them 😊
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 09:18:46 am
Desi nearly all the other collectionsare all fire icluding induction etc just not the mheritage one which i find the most beautiful.. Cn be used on induction with a disc but i prefer gas and is what thy are mostly used on ...aparently the discs although good are not as good asa pan made to go on induction...i love that they go in the oven too...
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 09:28:57 am
Forgot to mention we stopped off at bordeaux on the way home and i got some le creuset cookbooks and le creuset tajine in yellow

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-970a-a56b.jpg)

Some creme brulee dishes but not le creuset as she had none left

Was very tempted to buy some more bits and pieces but scared they would get broken in shipping or wouldnt fit into the container lol
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Post by: cookie1 on July 31, 2012, 09:50:08 am
Beautiful pans Kim.

Suzanne I know how you feel with AP. they have managed to not deliver a lot of our stuff. The AP parcel courier even had an enormous book of ours returned to Amazon as he said there was no such address. It was addressed correctly.
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Post by: maddy on July 31, 2012, 10:17:25 am
WoW Kim....your on fire!  8)
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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 10:20:52 am
😁😁😁

Not for too long or i think dh would disown me 😄
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Post by: desi on July 31, 2012, 11:30:48 am
Gert,
Thank you. I will try with the magnet to find out which pans I can use in our newly installed induction cooktop :)

Frozzie,
Thank you for the info. All your shopping looks lovely, just nice for your new ozzie kitchen :)

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Post by: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 11:47:47 am
No problem.. My parents have induction and i like it but prefer these pans to induction.😁😁😁😁. Alot of houses we have been looking at seem to have either piano ovens or induction cooktop with seperate ovens.. Enjoy your new cooktop 😊

Gert good tip.. Didnt know at one as i just look for the induction and other symbols when buying

I noticed even on the mauviel website in oz they dont mention what they are compatible with but do on the french one??
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Post by: andiesenji on August 01, 2012, 10:39:00 pm
For those who have small children, isn't this (http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/kids-bedroom-ideas-00100000084049/index.html?xid=df-08-01-2012) a cute idea. 

I bet you clever sewing ladies could run something like this up without a problem.
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Post by: dede on August 01, 2012, 10:43:29 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on August 01, 2012, 10:39:00 pm
For those who have small children, isn't this (http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/kids-bedroom-ideas-00100000084049/index.html?xid=df-08-01-2012) a cute idea. 

I bet you clever sewing ladies could run something like this up without a problem.

That is cute, we all know how kids love little places to hide like that. Like throwing a sheet over a table, it keeps them occupied for hours :)
The best cubby I had for my kids was a washing machine box, it lasted them months before it was destroyed :D
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Post by: obbie on August 02, 2012, 12:16:11 am
cute little tent.  Our kids use sheets over their bunk beds..
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Post by: astarra on August 02, 2012, 12:17:12 am
Gorgeous!  :)
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Post by: Halex on August 02, 2012, 08:37:05 am
Just ordered thesse, oops
Delivery estimate: Aug. 28, 2012 - Sept. 18, 2012
1    "Pressure Perfect: Two Hour Taste in Twenty Minutes Using Your Pressure Cooker"
Sass, Lorna J.; Hardcover; $17.81
In Stock
   Sold by: Amazon.com
1    "Miss Vickie's Big Book of Pressure Cooker Recipes"
Smith, Vickie; Paperback; $14.23
In Stock
   Sold by: Amazon.com
1    "Good Food to Share (Williams-Sonoma): Recipes for Entertaining with Family & Friends"
Gillingham-Ryan, Sara Kate; Hardcover; $19.77


 ;D ;D ;D ;D :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 03, 2012, 02:09:13 am
Bought DW a new Ipad yesterday. I got her the 32gb cell phone access one. I will probably inherit the old one.  I always seem to end up with her technology hand me downs.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 03, 2012, 02:31:43 am
Couldn't resist these cupcake stands

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/696e93dc.jpg)

http://www.larkmade.com.au/products/party/cake-sands-platters/utterly-scrumptious-cupcake-pedestals-set-of-6.html

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Post by: Yvette on August 03, 2012, 02:40:10 am
Very cute Maddy
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Post by: astarra on August 03, 2012, 02:54:13 am
They are gorgeous Maddy!  :)
May I ask who eats all those incredible cupcakes you make?? They are almost too pretty to eat!  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 03, 2012, 02:57:05 am
That is what I want to know too. Those tea pots are so cute.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on August 03, 2012, 02:57:57 am
Gorgeous Maddy...
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Post by: maddy on August 03, 2012, 05:22:17 am
Quote from: astarra on August 03, 2012, 02:54:13 am
May I ask who eats all those incredible cupcakes you make??

The cookies and cream cupcakes always get devoured by the kids, or anything chocolate for that matter, but some of the experimental ones get left behind.
Hubby doesn't really eat them either, so If they are still fresh, I give them away, or the chookies get fed like queens  :P
Some times I think they just get tired of them  :(
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Post by: ElleG on August 03, 2012, 10:39:54 am
Quote from: Halex on August 02, 2012, 08:37:05 am
Just ordered thesse, oops
Delivery estimate: Aug. 28, 2012 - Sept. 18, 2012
1    "Pressure Perfect: Two Hour Taste in Twenty Minutes Using Your Pressure Cooker"
Sass, Lorna J.; Hardcover; $17.81
In Stock
   Sold by: Amazon.com
1    "Miss Vickie's Big Book of Pressure Cooker Recipes"
Smith, Vickie; Paperback; $14.23
In Stock
   Sold by: Amazon.com
1    "Good Food to Share (Williams-Sonoma): Recipes for Entertaining with Family & Friends"
Gillingham-Ryan, Sara Kate; Hardcover; $19.77


 ;D ;D ;D ;D :D
Halex, can I ask if postage is very expensive from Amazon? I have looked at the first two books, but have been hesitant due to postage costs.

I have ordered the black pizza maker from KWD - very excited I have wanted one for years. I bought it with the $50 off sale, just realised I didn't allow for pizzas in my weekly menu plan!
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Post by: andiesenji on August 04, 2012, 04:52:15 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 08:53:30 am
Quote from: maddy on July 31, 2012, 08:25:12 am
Kim, they are truly beautiful!  Are they much work to keep in pristine condition?

Maddy apparenty easy to maintain but as ive never had them before i dont know just that the french believe they are the best to cook with.. Copper in general as it cooks evening and gives a finish on food above other items.. Will have to get back to you on that though once ive had them for a while and used them 😊

Copper does need some upkeep. It can't go in the dishwasher.  There are excellent cleaners for the copper but I usually just use half a lemon dipped in salt and unless something is really burnt on, that works nicely to shine it up nicely.  The bottom does have to be kept clean or will not heat evenly - which is the major advantage of using copper - the even heating. 

I've got an induction burner (Max Burton) with the "interface" disc that allows me to use my Pyrex, Corning and copper cookware on it.  There are some aftermarket  interface discs that are inexpensive.  One of my friends just puts a round cast iron griddle on the burner and it works okay. 
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Post by: mcmich on August 04, 2012, 05:06:43 am
Andie, interesting that you mentioned using corning ware on the stove top. I have just googled it. apparently you can use pre 1990's corning ware on the stove top. They changed the formula of corning ware then to make it lighter. Although it makes no diference to me as I have a glass cook top. Would I need a disc on that to use copper?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on August 04, 2012, 08:38:00 am
Quote from: andiesenji on August 04, 2012, 04:52:15 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 08:53:30 am
Quote from: maddy on July 31, 2012, 08:25:12 am
Kim, they are truly beautiful!  Are they much work to keep in pristine condition?

Maddy apparenty easy to maintain but as ive never had them before i dont know just that the french believe they are the best to cook with.. Copper in general as it cooks evening and gives a finish on food above other items.. Will have to get back to you on that though once ive had them for a while and used them

Copper does need some upkeep. It can't go in the dishwasher.  There are excellent cleaners for the copper but I usually just use half a lemon dipped in salt and unless something is really burnt on, that works nicely to shine it up nicely.  The bottom does have to be kept clean or will not heat evenly - which is the major advantage of using copper - the even heating. 

I've got an induction burner (Max Burton) with the "interface" disc that allows me to use my Pyrex, Corning and copper cookware on it.  There are some aftermarket  interface discs that are inexpensive.  One of my friends just puts a round cast iron griddle on the burner and it works okay. 


andie not that i would put them through the dishwasher but they can go in the dishwasher..its stated on the description of different websites that stock mauviel..they can go on all heat sources except induction needs the disc where i had read that the disc does diminish its efficiency??  the ones i have a copper and SS interieur as thats what i wanted..  good to know about the disc..wasnt going to bother with it after the comments but will look at getting one..
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 04, 2012, 03:02:59 pm
ok here I pose a really hard question:

DS20 cannot cook, he has moved intersate and we are not going to buy him a TM until he is at least 21 ("the 21st present"). I really don't think he is up to a slow cooker, and most probably not a pressure cooker. Does that leave a frypan? If so, what do you recommend? Could there be something else, as he is slowly starving IYKWIM?
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Post by: Frozzie on August 04, 2012, 03:34:20 pm
Cp why not get him a pressure cooker or o e of those multi cookers?? I know you said he isnt up to it but once you understand them there is so much you can do although for one person im not sure.. If not a large pan and a saucepan and a quiche dish and one other baking dish ?? And get a small notebook with easy nice recipes that you have tested or are fam faves for him?? If your just getting a frypan i would get a wok style one.. My mum gave me a little notebook with recipes when i moved out and i still have it today..Loved it!! Had basics like spag bol, lamb curry, mushroom metballs, porcupine meatballs etc.. Also things like impossible quiche.. Fav filling on bottom then mix eggs and cream etc and bobs your uncle.. Anywy i found it handy and a great start at the time as i couldnt cook as mum had lways cooked for me...was great having a book from mum with easy simple but healthy and tasty recipes in one little book..
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Post by: Meagan on August 04, 2012, 03:53:47 pm
A 5in 1 would be ideal.
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Post by: mcmich on August 04, 2012, 09:05:30 pm
I bought DS 22yrs a 5 in 1 and he loves it. He has always been a keen cook though.
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Post by: knittercook on August 04, 2012, 09:20:19 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 04, 2012, 03:02:59 pm
ok here I pose a really hard question:

DS20 cannot cook, he has moved intersate and we are not going to buy him a TM until he is at least 21 ("the 21st present"). I really don't think he is up to a slow cooker, and most probably not a pressure cooker. Does that leave a frypan? If so, what do you recommend? Could there be something else, as he is slowly starving IYKWIM?

A good old fashioned deep square electric frying pan, he can make simple stir frys, omelettes, eggs and bacon and cook meats including roasts.  On a limited budget when we were first married this was my saviour in the kitchen.

http://www.breville.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/11/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/e/bef500_hr_hero_14dec2012_1.jpg
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Post by: andiesenji on August 04, 2012, 09:47:41 pm
Quote from: mcmich on August 04, 2012, 05:06:43 am
Andie, interesting that you mentioned using corning ware on the stove top. I have just googled it. apparently you can use pre 1990's corning ware on the stove top. They changed the formula of corning ware then to make it lighter. Although it makes no diference to me as I have a glass cook top. Would I need a disc on that to use copper?

No. You only need a disc on an induction burner or hob.  Copper is not magnetic and the induction heats by magnetic induction.  Iron, carbon steel, stainless steel made for induction and aluminum pans made for induction with a steel plate on the bottom.

I have a lot of corning which says right on the bottom that it is okay for stove top or oven - I have the "Visions" stuff that is also for stove top or oven.  Obviously it is not magnetic so when I use it on the induction burner I need to use the interface disc.


About putting copper in the dishwasher - some dishwasher detergents contain abrasives that will affect the copper surface of shiny copper and cause it to corrode more rapidly.  if you have the "brushed" surface there is no problem but I prefer to wash my copper "babies" by hand. 
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Post by: thermo18 on August 04, 2012, 11:46:15 pm
CP my two kids were not interested in cooking and when they left home I gave them both a file that I had written recipes from the basic like boiling an egg, and how to make mash potato, right up to there  favorite meals at home written in way they would understand. Also bought them simply recipe books with not to much ingredients, as that puts them off, they say they come home from uni and work and last thing is to spend all night trying to cook a meal. I am happy to say it really worked and they both quite good in the kitchen now. When they come home now they want to cook in the TM all the time DD is 21 this year and she would love a TM for her 21st, we will see  ;D

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Post by: obbie on August 05, 2012, 04:10:56 am
I would buy a slow cooker, or a 5 in 1 pressure cooker, and a big cast iron frypan, and a wok..
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Post by: cookie1 on August 05, 2012, 04:47:09 am
I think an electric frying pan and recipes from Mum.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 05, 2012, 06:42:47 am
Thanks for your suggestions. I bought him a basic cookbook when he moved out called "Aussie Dumb Ar*e Cookbook (http://www.theaussiedumbarsecookbook.com/)". Its got some terrific recipes in there, and its aimed for kids moving out of home. True to nature he never reads it, but will call me when he's at the supermarket and asks whats in spag bog etc  :-)) The kitchen where he is staying is horrible, and I don't think they have many cooking utensils. The 5 in 1 sounds like a good idea. He used to make himself lots of smoothies when he was home, and I had an old Bamix that I never use but he didn't even want that. (I know he would use the TM  :-)) but I'm not going to get him one unless he wants one for his 21st next year). Sometimes I feel like posting some food over.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 05, 2012, 08:16:37 am
Does he have an iphone or android?? Instead of a book could you put recipes in evernote etc written by you so even if he is at the supermarket he knows each recipe by checking out his phone..maybe the book is a generation prob 😄😄😄
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Post by: Yvette on August 05, 2012, 11:55:50 pm
CP my DD22 still lives at home, she uses a frypan (not the big ones) and wok to whip up lots of stir frys and dishes from the Michelle Bridges cookbooks
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on August 06, 2012, 06:19:24 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 31, 2012, 02:02:16 am
Quote from: astarra on July 31, 2012, 12:30:52 am
I just ordered this set..... can't wait to get it now!!

I have a couple of those...great for canapes etc

Kim - my set of tins turned up today - and now I am wondering what recipe to use in them, would you mind telling me what bread recipe you use in yours?? TIA.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 08:22:58 am
Hi astarra
I use any bread recipe but max 250g of flour so base it on that.. You can have fun with seeded breads or wholegrain or white bread etc.. Maybe start with chookies no fuss recipe or whatever bread recipe you use already but base the ingredients on 250g of flour.. Make the recipe as usual.. Put in mould and allow to rise ntil it fills the tin in whatever form you choose.. Put lids on and bake in oven at 200 degrees C for approx 20 mins or until a lid pops off lol and let it cool slightly and the bread should slide out..the tins i have are non stick as most should be as if not nightmare to get them out!  Cool completely then slice and serve your fav toppings..

Here typically its either a pain mie or sandwich type bread or rye bread but you can really use any fav bread recipe you want..
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 09:21:50 am
Getting ready for bbq season.

Just ordered 6 X North White Cedar 15X15cm planks & 6 X Black Cherry 15X15cm planks


 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 06, 2012, 09:25:57 am
Quote from: Halex on August 06, 2012, 09:21:50 am
Getting ready for bbq season.

Just ordered 6 X North White Cedar 15X15cm planks & 6 X Black Cherry 15X15cm planks


 :)

Too burn?  ;D  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 06, 2012, 09:28:24 am
ROFL  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on August 06, 2012, 09:30:37 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 08:22:58 am
Hi astarra
I use any bread recipe but max 250g of flour so base it on that.. You can have fun with seeded breads or wholegrain or white bread etc.. Maybe start with chookies no fuss recipe or whatever bread recipe you use already but base the ingredients on 250g of flour.. Make the recipe as usual.. Put in mould and allow to rise ntil it fills the tin in whatever form you choose.. Put lids on and bake in oven at 200 degrees C for approx 20 mins or until a lid pops off lol and let it cool slightly and the bread should slide out..the tins i have are non stick as most should be as if not nightmare to get them out!  Cool completely then slice and serve your fav toppings..

Here typically its either a pain mie or sandwich type bread or rye bread but you can really use any fav bread recipe you want..

Thanx so much Frozzie! :-* Can't wait to try them out, tho might have to be tomorrow now.  :(  :)
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 09:31:13 am
If thy were to burn they woud be the most expensive bbq wood ever  ;D ;D

http://www.aussie-grilling-planks.com/grilling-planks.html

"The BBQ grilling planks below have been imported directly from Maine in the USA to bring to your table the unique flavours of Maine woods. All wood products advertised have been heat treated to remove any possibility of insect infestation and as such have been imported under permit with the approval of AQIS, the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Services. Unlike generally available timber used for building purposes, these imported woods have had no other treatment and are free of all pesticides and other chemicals."


They are meant to give you the wood  firedtaste & smokey taste.

 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 06, 2012, 10:03:14 am
I would soak them in good ol  Kentucky Bourbon.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 10:06:35 am
LOL, you can soak  them in anything, they need to be soaked for an hour or more. If they arrive before the retreat I can bring a couple with me for us to try. Really hope they work well.

 :)
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Post by: dede on August 06, 2012, 10:17:30 am
I have never heard of them before Halex, will be interesting to find out how you go with them :D
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 10:49:16 am
Dede, so am I. Hoping I might even get small pizzas on them.

Will be trying them as soon as they arrive :)

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Post by: Katiej on August 06, 2012, 11:05:52 am
Wow they look interesting Hally.  I'm looking forward to hearing how you go when they arrive.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 12:25:00 pm
Quote from: astarra on August 06, 2012, 09:30:37 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 08:22:58 am
Hi astarra
I use any bread recipe but max 250g of flour so base it on that.. You can have fun with seeded breads or wholegrain or white bread etc.. Maybe start with chookies no fuss recipe or whatever bread recipe you use already but base the ingredients on 250g of flour.. Make the recipe as usual.. Put in mould and allow to rise ntil it fills the tin in whatever form you choose.. Put lids on and bake in oven at 200 degrees C for approx 20 mins or until a lid pops off lol and let it cool slightly and the bread should slide out..the tins i have are non stick as most should be as if not nightmare to get them out!  Cool completely then slice and serve your fav toppings..

Here typically its either a pain mie or sandwich type bread or rye bread but you can really use any fav bread recipe you want..

Thanx so much Frozzie! :-* Can't wait to try them out, tho might have to be tomorrow now.  :(  :)

Astarra forgot to add to do a first normal rise first then re knead as usual then put in tins for second rise..
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Post by: judydawn on August 06, 2012, 12:32:45 pm
I've read up on those planks of wood Hally but still can't figure them out.  Obviously you can only use them once?  It will be interesting to see how you go with them - does DH do the BBQing?  Photos please whilst you are using them.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 06, 2012, 12:37:21 pm
If you Re careful JD you can use them over and over. The secret is not to put them over direct heat and make sure you soak them well. They give a smoky flavour so would be great for ribs  and ham as well as steak and fish.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 12:44:53 pm
From what I can see you can re-use them if you are carfeul. Soak them before use for at least 2 hours, clean them in water, no soap. I would expct to get at least 2 uses out of them maybe more. If using them on bbq you heat one side & cook on the other. Can also be used in gas ovens.

Anyway looking forward to trying them.

Yes DH bbqs but not with these :)

 :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 06, 2012, 12:49:47 pm
Thanks Gert & Hally - always some new idea on the market (well, new to me at least  :-)))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 06, 2012, 04:06:14 pm
as with anything that is really smoky would you worry about the carcinogenics?
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Post by: andiesenji on August 06, 2012, 06:31:38 pm
Quote from: dede on August 06, 2012, 10:17:30 am
I have never heard of them before Halex, will be interesting to find out how you go with them :D

A good site (http://www.kraftrecipes.com/cooking-tips/step-by-step/dinner/cedarplankgrilling.aspx) for info on cedar plank grilling (http://www.kraftrecipes.com/cooking-tips/cooking-videos/how-grill-salmon-183.aspx) - or any wood that is untreated and safe to use with food. (fruitwoods, maple, citrus - a restaurant on the central coast grills on orange wood, birch, alder etc., you can't use heavily resinous woods that burn too quickly even when soaked). 

Another site  (http://allrecipes.com/howto/plank-grilling/)
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Post by: Halex on August 06, 2012, 10:34:19 pm
CP, I think it will be fine. I dont intend to put the planks on direct heat.

Andisenji, have you cooked  with them? Thanks for the links :)
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Post by: astarra on August 07, 2012, 12:36:16 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 12:25:00 pm
Quote from: astarra on August 06, 2012, 09:30:37 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 06, 2012, 08:22:58 am
Hi astarra
I use any bread recipe but max 250g of flour so base it on that.. You can have fun with seeded breads or wholegrain or white bread etc.. Maybe start with chookies no fuss recipe or whatever bread recipe you use already but base the ingredients on 250g of flour.. Make the recipe as usual.. Put in mould and allow to rise ntil it fills the tin in whatever form you choose.. Put lids on and bake in oven at 200 degrees C for approx 20 mins or until a lid pops off lol and let it cool slightly and the bread should slide out..the tins i have are non stick as most should be as if not nightmare to get them out!  Cool completely then slice and serve your fav toppings..

Here typically its either a pain mie or sandwich type bread or rye bread but you can really use any fav bread recipe you want..

Thanx so much Frozzie! :-* Can't wait to try them out, tho might have to be tomorrow now.  :(  :)

Astarra forgot to add to do a first normal rise first then re knead as usual then put in tins for second rise..

Oh thanx Frozzie - was just about to start!! :D
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Post by: jakodai on August 08, 2012, 11:36:53 pm
I bought the cake decorating goodies from Amazon yesterday. I worked out that if I bought them from the local cake decorating shop that I normally go to, I would have spent an extra $120, and that's taking shipping into consideration too (which was $40). All up, my order was $80 + $40 postage, the postage was high because it has to come in 3 different orders because it's so bulky.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/6e2094bd-e94f-eeec.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/6e2094bd-e958-53fb.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/6e2094bd-e95f-e98f.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/6e2094bd-e968-669c.jpg)

I wasn't going to get the caddy, because I was getting a little worried about the money I was spending. I was just going to get a small tip holder, but the caddy has the colors I need for DS's cake so it's almost cheaper to buy the caddy ($49) than to buy the tip holder and the colors, and this way I get more goodies! ;-)
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Post by: Wonder on August 08, 2012, 11:51:57 pm
Jakodai that looks great,I would love the mats with the rings.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2012, 12:19:36 am
Jakodi what buyer was it with on amazon as i triedpurchasing and sending to an address in oz and here in france and both times shipping was 70 odd euros so well over 40 dollars postage??
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Post by: dede on August 09, 2012, 12:24:07 am
Jakodai your all set now to make that wonderful cake for DS :)
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Post by: obbie on August 09, 2012, 12:26:04 am
caddy looks great
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Post by: jakodai on August 09, 2012, 12:39:05 am
This is the link to the actual caddy (http://www.amazon.com/Wilton-2109-859-50-Piece-Caddy-Decorating/dp/B00004S7YU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1344468842&sr=8-3&keywords=wilton+caddy). I didn't buy it from a buyer, but from Amazon themselves. I was going to buy something from a seller on Amazon, but the postage was astronomical! If you follow that link, and then just click the yellow 'Add to Cart' button on the right hand side of the page, that will buy it from Amazon. I've always found their postage to be quite reasonable, but I've only ever had things delivered to Australia.

I'm very excited about getting it all! I do prefer to buy things locally, I do my best to support the local businesses, but I have to support myself, too. I don't mind spending an extra few $$ on things, but $120!
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Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2012, 12:51:41 am
Nevermind found my error.....oh and thankyou ill check it out.. I wasadding the 101 piece one as the 50 piece one s saying 15 euros postage which is super cheap???
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Post by: jakodai on August 09, 2012, 05:48:29 am
Glad to help Frozzie - I get so much from this forum, it's nice to give back when I can.... :D
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Post by: maddy on August 09, 2012, 09:47:09 am
You'll be pleased with the caddy J  ;)

I picked up

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/Creative-Sugarcraft-Magazine-14-Fab.jpg)
Australian version....this is the 1st issue, nice magazine featuring how to's .

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/n58037-large-01.jpg)
The nordic ware cone pan...which I picked up for 1/2 the price on ebay  8)

.....and yesterday the pistachio coloured Reiss enamel baking dish and jug that I ordered, came into the store...but I could'nt leave the pink baking dish there all on it's own  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0049-6.jpg)
......so I brought it home too  :)
I love this stuff, it's hand made in Austria, and soooo pretty!.....shame it's expensive, but quality costs doesn't it.  I will be slowly building up the collection  ;)
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Post by: jakodai on August 09, 2012, 10:09:55 am
That magazine looks good Maddy - I might have to have a look for it. The cover says 'Australia's Favourite', but this is the first issue? High expectations? :D
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Post by: maddy on August 09, 2012, 10:27:02 am
LOL....I thought the same....full of themselves or what!  :P
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Post by: Frozzie on August 09, 2012, 06:25:08 pm
Bought the wilton 50pc caddy.. Hesitated a long time between the 101 and 50 but figured the 50 pc is a good start... and maddy has this one so who needs more thn her 😝 thx maddy

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-ef99-bad2.jpg)

And a book for dad ...as he wants to visit fromelles and surrounds when he comes over in a week and its a good background to the western front area..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-f274-471b.jpg)
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 10, 2012, 01:49:43 am
Kitcheware direct have free shipping until Sunday for all the shopaholics (like me). It should come up as free shipping automatically but if it doesn't put in the code THREESHIP at stage 3 of checkout.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 10, 2012, 05:16:29 am
Frozzie, that book would be a good birthday gift for my brother. He is coming over to France for Anzac day next year.
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Post by: dede on August 10, 2012, 06:51:55 am
My Sister introduced me to catch of the day, oh I so wish she didn't :(
Already brought 6 things in the last few days :D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 10, 2012, 07:07:48 am
My shopping today was finalising the goodie bad goodies for the retreat. All done.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 08:41:36 am
It says free shipping on orders over 100 dollars so not really free shipping for all..????
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Post by: goldfish on August 10, 2012, 08:46:31 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 08:41:36 am
It says free shipping on orders over 100 dollars so not really free shipping for all..????

It is free, Frozzie . . but only for a couple of days or so . .  get in quicksmart and don't forget to put in the THREESHIP code if it doesn't come up automatically . . . .
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 08:49:59 am
Quote from: cookie1 on August 10, 2012, 05:16:29 am
Frozzie, that book would be a good birthday gift for my brother. He is coming over to France for Anzac day next year.

Its a good book.. Gives the historical side as a story then maps and places to visit etc in the area...i also got it in kindle version as it sells out quickly and although i wanted a hard copy for dad i needed it before for our trip up there in a week

Definately worth getting as tours are apparently poor and cost min 200 euros per person.. What a rip off for visiting a museum and. Few grave sites..
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 08:50:37 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 10, 2012, 08:46:31 am
Quote from: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 08:41:36 am
It says free shipping on orders over 100 dollars so not really free shipping for all..????

It is free, Frozzie . . but only for a couple of days or so . .  get in quicksmart and don't forget to put in the THREESHIP code if it doesn't come up automatically . . . .

Ok will do that thx..
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Post by: goldfish on August 10, 2012, 08:57:47 am
Brought home The Country Collection from the Women's Weekly - absolutely gorgeous book.  It was from one of those discounted offers that are taken around to workplaces each month . . $27.50
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 09:29:04 am
Bought

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-c5e4-58c7.jpg) x 8

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-c5fa-9992.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/58bd11c2-c606-7e0a.jpg)

Wanted the pie top cutters since maddy posted them but never got around to ordering them.. Stuff im buying now is going direct to oz..

Thx gf free shipping does work with that code but its not auto
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Post by: dede on August 10, 2012, 09:30:56 am
Handy to have them sent straight to oz , saves packing them. You will have all these goodies to use when you eventually find a house :D
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 09:36:13 am
Dad is getting the mail held while they are overseas for 2 mths and they get back a day before i arrive lol .. He will prob get a shock at the parcels and ill probably get a lecture.. Even at my age.. He cant help himself lol
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 09:38:25 am
The wilton caddy also went to oz 😁
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Post by: dede on August 10, 2012, 09:42:09 am
Lol Frozzie, by the time you get there you will have a heap of parcels :D
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 11:05:42 am
Yes i know.. I need to avoid shops and this thread 😄
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Post by: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:17:59 am
A friend of mine is having a tupperware party this weekend so i am looking to you experienced shoppers for any tupperware 'must-haves'.  I liked the look of the muffin form but it says it only hold 1/4 cup???  And i think you really need a minimum of 12 - 7 muffin holes means i have to cook, turn out, refill and cook again

I have the T-Bar molds but they can't go in the oven???  If they could i would use it all the time.  I really want to love tupperware but i find that whilst their products are great quality and have some great aspects, there is always something that annoys me.
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Post by: SoBlessed on August 10, 2012, 11:25:36 am
Snappy I have those t-bar things that I bought to help out my friend (didn't want anything else), but I've never used them! Have you any good ideas on how to use them?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 10, 2012, 11:28:54 am
I bought the tupperware microwave jug with lid (think its about 1 litre) and I use it at least once a day. Love it. Sometimes I wish I had 2, as quite often we pop some leftovers in it for the fridge to heat up for lunch the next day.
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Post by: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:41:37 am
Soblessed i don't use it much either because it can't go in the oven and most slice recipes i know need to be cooked.  It did come with a recipe book but none of those have floated my boat so to speak.  If i had known it could not go in the oven i probably would not have bought it.  It seems so strange that it is not ovenproof because most recipes need to be cooked?
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Post by: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:51:35 am
Creampuff that jug looks good but its $62! That's a pretty expensive microwave jug.
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Post by: SoBlessed on August 10, 2012, 11:58:48 am
Yes, Snappy that was the same with me! Definitely not very good recipes that came with it, & i never found anything online, so there they sit wasting space in my kitchen cos I can't just get rid of them can I.
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Post by: maddy on August 10, 2012, 12:14:26 pm
Quote from: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:17:59 am

I have the T-Bar molds but they can't go in the oven???  If they could i would use it all the time.  4

Snappy, are these for making the LCM's & muesli bars?.....if so, it's just melt and mix & more for just shaping and setting them.
The most used tupperware in my cupboards is the microwave rice cooker (just love it!).....as usually the TM jug is cooking the sauce.  And also love the microwave jug puffs is talking about, the slice containers and the jelly ring when I'm inclined.
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Post by: snappy on August 10, 2012, 12:18:28 pm
Maddy i have the microwave pasta cooker which i use a lot.  I tend to cook the rice in the TMX though.

Does the microwave jug have measurements on it?
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Post by: maddy on August 10, 2012, 12:24:36 pm
Quote from: snappy on August 10, 2012, 12:18:28 pm
Does the microwave jug have measurements on it?

It does

(http://www.tupperware.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/ee0203004a6a8dce9fdadf1cf449c665/TW1LJug3QLrg+copy.png?MOD=AJPERES&CACHEID=ee0203004a6a8dce9fdadf1cf449c665)

I had purchased the pasta maker at one stage, but I haven't used it  :-[  I think at the time I thought the cooking times were vague....so I didn't bother  :P
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Post by: maddy on August 10, 2012, 12:26:13 pm
Frozzie.....it will be like Christmas morning for you,  when you arrive here  8)
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 01:14:27 pm
I know 😁😁😁
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Post by: maddy on August 10, 2012, 01:29:09 pm
Baking or holder for icecream cone cupcakes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/feb5e2c2.jpg)

oh, and I succumbed  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6009806e.jpg)

.....they're just too  8)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 10, 2012, 01:34:57 pm
Quote from: maddy on August 10, 2012, 01:29:09 pm
Baking or holder for icecream cone cupcakes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/feb5e2c2.jpg)

oh, and I succumbed  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6009806e.jpg)

.....they're just too  8)
:D :D :D
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 10, 2012, 01:38:30 pm
Frozzie at least if the mail's slow in Queensland we'll know it's held up because of all your parcels  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on August 10, 2012, 01:43:59 pm
😄😄😄😄
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Post by: chrissa on August 10, 2012, 10:36:19 pm
I bought a breville mini pie maker on eBay and it was delivered yesterday so I guess I'll be making party pies & quiches this weekend.
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Post by: Wonder on August 10, 2012, 11:08:51 pm
Maddy my bread tins arrived yesterday, I was still to sick to use them but maybe today or tomorrow. The kids are excited by the look of them.

Snapp, I'm like you and would love to love Tupperware but every piece I've ever had has something I don't like about it. The only thing that's always been a favorite and which I would probably buy again is the microwave jug, we use it most days and on to our second one.
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Post by: JulieO on August 11, 2012, 03:55:25 am
I ordered this today;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrTcYGQNqNA

Looks really good for both using the skewers and cooking other foods.  Nice to serve off and will be easy to clean.  ;D

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Post by: mcmich on August 11, 2012, 06:58:50 am
Quote from: maddy on August 10, 2012, 01:29:09 pm
Baking or holder for icecream cone cupcakes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/feb5e2c2.jpg)

oh, and I succumbed  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6009806e.jpg)

.....they're just too  8)

Me too, ordered mine today.
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Post by: Jadey on August 11, 2012, 07:46:18 am
Quote from: maddy on August 10, 2012, 12:24:36 pm
Quote from: snappy on August 10, 2012, 12:18:28 pm
Does the microwave jug have measurements on it?

It does

(http://www.tupperware.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/ee0203004a6a8dce9fdadf1cf449c665/TW1LJug3QLrg+copy.png?MOD=AJPERES&CACHEID=ee0203004a6a8dce9fdadf1cf449c665)

I had purchased the pasta maker at one stage, but I haven't used it  :-[  I think at the time I thought the cooking times were vague....so I didn't bother  :P

Maddy the microwave pasta cooker is the best! I use it all the time. Had Some reservations myself at first (and I'm a former demonstrator) but its simple in the end and the times don't have to be exact. You never have to watch the pot or stir it and it drains the pasta and keeps it warm for awhile too. Plus its a very cheap Tupperware addition.

Modular mates are a must have for everyone. You'll never do your whole pantry at once (unless yo don't mind spending big $$) but they keep your pantry tidy, protect your food from the nasties and extends the life of the products stored in them.

Fridge smarts are another must have - they have a wavey bottom and an adjustable aeration system that allows the right amount of air to circulate. Every vegetable has a different air requirement for their longest life. It helps keep veggies for weeks! I've had mushrooms and strawberries that have been fine 2 weeks after putting them in. Buying these (and using them) will save you the most mine overall.

I can keep on and on about my favourite Tupperware products.

Jadey  :)
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Post by: Jadey on August 11, 2012, 07:50:21 am
If anyone does have any Tupperware q's I'm happy to try and help with them.
I'm not doing it anymore so can't to replacements etc but I might be able to help you actuall get the stuff out of your cupboard and use it.

Jadey  :)
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Post by: mcmich on August 11, 2012, 07:54:07 am
I've used my Jelly mold for tonights pizza. Love my modular mates. I have had them for over 25 years. I have to buy the cranberry lids from abroad. Find decor just as good for storing vegies in the fridge.
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Post by: nazar on August 11, 2012, 01:47:44 pm
Snappy , so blessed ,
have you tried the Lara bar recipe in the t bar Tupperware it.does not need cooking and is so yummy and there's lots of different versions too
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Post by: Merrilyn on August 11, 2012, 09:24:20 pm
Quote from: chrissa on August 10, 2012, 10:36:19 pm
I bought a breville mini pie maker on eBay and it was delivered yesterday so I guess I'll be making party pies & quiches this weekend.

Chrissa I've been looking at that.  Be interested to know how you get on.
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Post by: obbie on August 11, 2012, 11:52:54 pm
I have heaps of tupperware. got invited to 2 party's in the last week, but didn't go.
This months catalog  not very exciting. 

I have modular mates everywhere. :)
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Post by: Halex on August 12, 2012, 12:01:33 am
I have heaps of tupperware too.
Must use my jelly ring again. What have orhers made recently with it?

 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 12, 2012, 12:12:11 am
Nope not going there. No way . Don't tell me about the cattledog either.  ;D
Gert
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Post by: dede on August 12, 2012, 01:24:19 am
Just went shopping for DS to get him some food for his 2 weeks away for TAFE , things like cereal, marg, cordial, spaghetti, noodles, fruit, cheese, tomatoes, chips, coffee, sugar etc. even threw in a pack of timtams :D
He just has to get fridge and freezer stuff when we get there like milk, yoghurt, frozen pizza etc.
He's so tight with his money that he said he wasn't going to buy anything to eat :o
I would of made him lots of stuff but he doesn't eat a lot of cooked goodies anyway except things like sausage rolls, pizzas etc.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 12, 2012, 02:30:58 am
Quote from: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:51:35 am
Creampuff that jug looks good but its $62! That's a pretty expensive microwave jug.

I agree. Mine is so old that its white. I'm so sure I only paid $25ish for it back in the day. $62 is too much.
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Post by: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 02:31:44 am
For those who can read French . . DD just bought this . . (I put up the wrong link before . . . this is the correct link!! - sorry!!)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Recettes-cuisine-avec-photos-adaptees-pour-thermomix-produit-ORIGINAL-/110932739220?pt=FR_GW_Livres_BD_Revues_Livres&hash=item19d41b4494#ht_812wt_1185

A collection of recipes on CD the lady has converted for the TMX- with photos
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Post by: Jamberie on August 12, 2012, 04:06:00 am
Not as fancy as those gorgeous bread tins but I found some smallish bundt tins from Aldi yesterday and bough one hoping it would fit inside the varoma for steamed puddings....and it does  :)
I tried to find a link to share but it may have been from last week's specials

Oh, and another thumbs up for the Tupperware fridge smart containers, they really made fresh produce last for ages...I think my record is coriander that lasted for two weeks! I also love my red jug (gets used multiple times per day).
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Post by: snappy on August 12, 2012, 04:49:58 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 12, 2012, 02:30:58 am
Quote from: snappy on August 10, 2012, 11:51:35 am
Creampuff that jug looks good but its $62! That's a pretty expensive microwave jug.

I agree. Mine is so old that its white. I'm so sure I only paid $25ish for it back in the day. $62 is too much.

Thanks CP, I don't normally mind spending money on worthwhile kitchen accessories (obviously - i own a thermomix!) but i just couldn't get my head around a $62 microwave jug.

In the end i found some small silicone loaf pans that i liked through the magic of google.  Unfortunately i don't think they stock them anymore but the demonstrator is going to enquire for me to see if she can find any.
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Post by: mcmich on August 12, 2012, 06:31:35 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 02:31:44 am
For those who can read French . . DD just bought this . .

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Mes-recettes-Thermomix-TOUT-le-livret-Livret-II-/170892714019?pt=FR_YO_MaisonJardin_electromenager_AppareilsdeCuisson&hash=item27c9ffe023#ht_3551wt_1185

GF, my French is appalling. is it a Cook book?
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Post by: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 07:19:41 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 02:31:44 am
For those who can read French . . DD just bought this . . (I put up the wrong link before . . . this is the correct link!! - sorry!!)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Recettes-cuisine-avec-photos-adaptees-pour-thermomix-produit-ORIGINAL-/110932739220?pt=FR_GW_Livres_BD_Revues_Livres&hash=item19d41b4494#ht_812wt_1185

A collection of recipes on CD the lady has converted for the TMX- with photos

Sorry mcmich!  I put up the wrong link - I've corrected it now.  It's a CD rather than on paper and a collection of recipes that have been converted by this person for her TMX.  DD says the ones she has tried have been really good . . .
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Post by: pumpkin pie on August 12, 2012, 07:34:42 am
Where can I get the pizza recipe for the Tupperware jelly ring?
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Post by: mcmich on August 12, 2012, 09:10:25 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 07:19:41 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 12, 2012, 02:31:44 am
For those who can read French . . DD just bought this . . (I put up the wrong link before . . . this is the correct link!! - sorry!!)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Recettes-cuisine-avec-photos-adaptees-pour-thermomix-produit-ORIGINAL-/110932739220?pt=FR_GW_Livres_BD_Revues_Livres&hash=item19d41b4494#ht_812wt_1185

A collection of recipes on CD the lady has converted for the TMX- with photos

Sorry mcmich!  I put up the wrong link - I've corrected it now.  It's a CD rather than on paper and a collection of recipes that have been converted by this person for her TMX.  DD says the ones she has tried have been really good . . .

Wonderful, hope you post some new recipes.
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Post by: Yvette on August 13, 2012, 12:38:23 am
Jadey how much is the tupperware pasta cooker? Can you cook a decent amount in there?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 13, 2012, 02:16:30 am
It felt like Christmas last week as all the things I had ordered turned up. The last 2 books I ordered from Fishpond on 10 July FINALLY turned up. I can't wait to try some of the cakes in these books. My pod coffee machine turned up too, as well as the coffee pods! I was a bit apprehensive at first as it was hard to get the new machine smell to go away, but it's fine now and I have just enjoyed a coffee ( with some Haighs choccies I've had hidden away)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/0e022a45-5556-b9ae.jpg) (http://img.tapatalk.com/0e022a45-556a-d116.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on August 13, 2012, 02:20:23 am
Looks good ES. I am still waiti g for a book from fishpond too :) they seem to take a while

H :)
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Post by: maddy on August 13, 2012, 02:26:01 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on August 13, 2012, 02:16:30 am

(http://img.tapatalk.com/0e022a45-5556-b9ae.jpg) (http://img.tapatalk.com/0e022a45-556a-d116.jpg)

Sweet tables is a gorgeous book, isn't it!!  Mine turned up last week  :)
What make is your pod machine ES?  I'm still using the Aldi one...happy so far.

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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 13, 2012, 05:07:09 am
It's a no name one that takes Nespresso pods. I bought it from the E sold website for $88, including postage. I wanted the Aldi one, but there's no Aldi store in AdelAide. >:(
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Post by: mcmich on August 13, 2012, 08:08:30 am
Quote from: pumpkin pie on August 12, 2012, 07:34:42 am
Where can I get the pizza recipe for the Tupperware jelly ring?

PP, Maddy posted the basics for the recipe in the shopping thread. I found it easier to go to Maddy's lasts posts and it's on about page 18. Maddy also posted links to lots of other good recipes for the ring.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 13, 2012, 09:04:29 am
Maybe someone should post it on its own thread?
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 12:23:06 am
Just checking is the $62 jug people are talking about the pasta tupperware one? Do you like it? I think it sounds good a lot easier than bringing the saucepan to the boil and waiting for the pasts, if you can just put everything in the jug and forget about it sounds good to me
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Post by: Halex on August 14, 2012, 12:24:40 am
Yvetter, sprung, your better off buying a pc, LOL ;D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 12:28:05 am
Haha thanks Hally
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Post by: snappy on August 14, 2012, 01:02:09 am
Yvette the $62 jug is different from the tupperware pasta cooker.  I have the pasta cooker and it is cheaper and fantastic.  I always cook pasta ths way now - just chuck it in, fill with water and microwave for 15 mins, drain.  You can't cook fresh pasta in it though, only  the dried pasta.

I like it because with 2 small kids who are always in the kitchen, there is less danger than with a pot of boiling water on the stove.

Here is the link to the pasta cooker - only $30 worth every cent! http://http://tupperware.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/AUS/website/productgallery/productcollections/tupperwave/microwave+pasta+cooker (http://http://tupperware.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/AUS/website/productgallery/productcollections/tupperwave/microwave+pasta+cooker)
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 01:03:19 am
Thanks Snappy I think I will get one, just need to find a tupperware dealer in NSW
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Post by: Wonder on August 14, 2012, 01:49:00 am
Another thing I now want, I really should stop looking at this thread.
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 02:05:37 am
Yes I know Wonder it's bad to keep looking you spend too much money
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Post by: fundj&e on August 14, 2012, 03:59:54 am
i have cooked pasta in the m/w with rise cooker remember the ones that come for free when you bought rice, i will try and find a  photo.

found it

1 full cup of pasta and 2 1/2 cups of cold water i like my pasta under cooked i cook it on high for  12mins only
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 04:16:54 am
Thanks Uni used to have something similar before my rice cooker (got rid of it) I like the look of the tupperware one though
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 14, 2012, 05:13:50 am
Free?  :'( :'( :'( I never got one...but I have something similar which I use all the time, and can also steam vegetables in it. Cost about $25. Just wondering what tupperware has that warrants being twice the price (and of course one that is free)
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Post by: obbie on August 14, 2012, 05:30:02 am
I have never seen a rice cooker free.... :)
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Post by: Wonder on August 14, 2012, 05:41:12 am
I had one of those rice cookers but I had to pay for it
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 05:42:28 am
I didn't get mine for free only Uni
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Post by: maddy on August 14, 2012, 07:11:33 am
Quote from: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 12:23:06 am
Just checking is the $62 jug people are talking about the pasta tupperware one? Do you like it? I think it sounds good a lot easier than bringing the saucepan to the boil and waiting for the pasts, if you can just put everything in the jug and forget about it sounds good to me

I bought mine from ebay, in mint condition for 1/2 the price  ;)  I hate paying lots for tupperware!
Well I must dig out that pasta cooker then, and give it a try.
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 07:14:43 am
Thats a good idea Maddy might take a look on e bay  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 07:29:57 am
Had a look on e bay for the pasta maker, is it a rectangular shape it is not what I pictured it would like?
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Post by: pumpkin pie on August 14, 2012, 08:21:28 am
Thanks mcmich I will follow that up.
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Post by: astarra on August 14, 2012, 08:30:10 am
Not only Uni - I had a free one too, never used it so gave it to  the salvos the other day in one of my bags for the challenge.
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Post by: fundj&e on August 14, 2012, 10:44:19 am
Quote from: astarra on August 14, 2012, 08:30:10 am
Not only Uni - I had a free one too, never used it so gave it to  the salvos the other day in one of my bags for the challenge.

really  astarra, why would u bin it, good for rice, pasta ,veg and mash
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Post by: Halex on August 14, 2012, 10:52:52 am
Well soe godies arrived today :)
My planks ;D ;D
Plus the 3 cookbooks I ordered from Amazon.

Still waiting for fishpond >:(

 :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 14, 2012, 01:18:50 pm
I finally got my candles, would you believe the delivery driver actually signed for my parcel and then when he had 'time' he delivered it, the company I bought it from were wonderful they credited me back straight away 2wks ago when I told them it hadn't arrived and Australia post said it had been signed for and delivered so not their problem, until I sent them a very stern e-mail and after they looked into it discovered what had happened, then I had to ring the company back and ask them to debit my cc  :-)) what a debacle.

Any way today I had Lily's new skirt and pettiskirt delivered, she was beyond excited she is such a girly girl   :)
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Post by: knittercook on August 14, 2012, 10:10:25 pm
Quote from: Yvette on August 14, 2012, 07:29:57 am
Had a look on e bay for the pasta maker, is it a rectangular shape it is not what I pictured it would like?

I am a bit confused, I have always either under or overcooked pasta until getting my TMX, now I have perfect pasta every time.
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Post by: fundj&e on August 14, 2012, 10:18:13 pm
maybe if the TM is in use or  running late on dinner just pop it in the M/V

i mainly use TM for cooking 500g of pasta and only 1/2 cook it i like to add it to hot  sauce on the stove top and mix well
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Post by: knittercook on August 14, 2012, 10:47:27 pm
Oh yeah der Freddy, now I get it  :P

It was too early in the morning, brain not in gear yet! 
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Post by: astarra on August 14, 2012, 11:18:54 pm
Quote from: fundj on August 14, 2012, 10:44:19 am
Quote from: astarra on August 14, 2012, 08:30:10 am
Not only Uni - I had a free one too, never used it so gave it to  the salvos the other day in one of my bags for the challenge.

really  astarra, why would u bin it, good for rice, pasta ,veg and mash

simply cuz I've never used it, so why would I keep it?  :)  Also, I have a TM, and thermoservers. :D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 14, 2012, 11:24:22 pm
I usually cook my rice in the microwave in the dish I am serving it in .

Gert
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Post by: Meagan on August 15, 2012, 03:25:32 am
 :-\ why are you not all cooking your pasta in the Thermomix?
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Post by: obbie on August 15, 2012, 03:44:50 am
Megan do you cook pasta in the rice basket
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Post by: Meagan on August 15, 2012, 03:52:08 am
No just in the Tm jug the instructions are in the basics section in the front of the EdC
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Post by: obbie on August 15, 2012, 03:55:22 am
Thanks Megan.
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Post by: maddy on August 15, 2012, 03:58:24 am
Quote from: Meagan on August 15, 2012, 03:25:32 am
:-\ why are you not all cooking your pasta in the Thermomix?

Unless its an all in one pasta dish, the jug is cooking the sauce whilst pasta is on the stove...just quicker and timed together  ;)
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Post by: maddy on August 15, 2012, 04:01:18 am
1 kg dried cherries online....I just cannot find them physically in the stores!
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Post by: Wonder on August 15, 2012, 05:37:09 am
I find it takes longer if i need to wait for the sauce to cook in the TMX. I cook my pasta on the stove at the same time as the sauce is cooking and then it's all ready together.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 15, 2012, 05:37:49 am
I cook all my pasta and rice in the TMX. If I have a sauce to cook I do that first and put it in the thermoserver and then cook the pasta and put them together.
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Post by: rainbow on August 15, 2012, 06:18:12 am
Just browsing through the thread and realised there are 300 pages, so thought I would ask a question. I have always wanted a V slicer, hope you know what I mean, I think Bessemer had one and you can buy cheap ones, not sure how much I would use it, but ALWAYS wanted one, so question is has anyone got that they think is a good one, or is it not worth it etc any comments or opinions would be good, thanks  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 15, 2012, 06:30:38 am
Quote from: rainbow on August 15, 2012, 06:18:12 am
Just browsing through the thread and realised there are 300 pages, so thought I would ask a question. I have always wanted a V slicer, hope you know what I mean, I think Bessemer had one and you can buy cheap ones, not sure how much I would use it, but ALWAYS wanted one, so question is has anyone got that they think is a good one, or is it not worth it etc any comments or opinions would be good, thanks  :)

They are called mandolins and I would buy the very best you can afford. There are many on he market. Some are utter crap and others are the RollsRoyce.

Google some reviews.

Gert

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Post by: fundj&e on August 15, 2012, 06:34:35 am
i do have one and only use it about 3 to 4 times a year
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Post by: obbie on August 15, 2012, 06:52:48 am
I don't have one.

I don't think I would use it.  Maybe try ebay
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Post by: astarra on August 15, 2012, 07:27:06 am
I just got one the other day - great for doing homemade chips etc.  :)
Make sure you get one of the original brand - Borner I think it is.  :)
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Post by: Wonder on August 15, 2012, 08:51:54 am
I've got the borner (not sure if that's the correct spelling) one and we don't use it often but it's great if you are wanting to slice a lot of a particular vegetable. Be very careful and always use the safety, the blades are very sharp. I don't think i might have paid around $70 for mine quite a few years ago.
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Post by: ElleG on August 15, 2012, 08:52:21 am
Rainbow, I have the De Buyer (kobra, I think) veggie slicer - not the mandoline. I really like it, and use it often. I paid around $99, from memory. I paid extra as I wanted it to be as safe as possible. I did lots of research at the time. I have trouble with my knife skills now, due to arm weakness after surgeries, so I really appreciate what it can do.

If I could have justified the cost, would have bought the Borner mandoline. Whatever you buy, look carefully at the guard - that is what saves you from injury. I was going to buy a metal glove, couldn't find one in Australia at the time, and I feel safe with the guard I have (fingers crossed) ;D
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Post by: rainbow on August 15, 2012, 09:43:50 am
Thanks for the help on v slicer, I have had a lovely time going through reviews etc, definitely a good quality one is what is needed and there seems to be concerns on safety making sure you use the guard, I couldn't imagine NOT using the guide, that would be dangerous ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on August 15, 2012, 09:51:46 am
I have a v slicer, think from memory its a borner brand its orange and very sharp even after 20+ years make sure you use the shield,it's very easy to slip and slice fingers,  it doesn't get used much now that I have the TM.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 15, 2012, 12:39:18 pm
This is a bargain from Peters

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=935049

Gert
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on August 15, 2012, 03:25:16 pm
Hi Rainbow. I have the Masterchef brand mandolin. It was about $60 but I bought when 40% off. works well for very thin slices such as for potato bake, slices one potato in a few seconds.
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Post by: KarenH on August 15, 2012, 11:27:57 pm
I am interested in buying a bread pan/tin for making baguettes.  Does anyone use one, or can you recommend a good brand or what to look for?
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Post by: Wonder on August 16, 2012, 12:01:50 am
The contestants on masterchef use the v slicers all the time with no guard DH and I always cringe and can't believe they get away with. From experience, it only takes a fraction of a second and not much force to slice through your nail and straight into your finger!
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Post by: Halex on August 16, 2012, 12:23:19 am
I have a slicer, rarely use it, too many cuts. One second a kid distracts you, blood everywhere. The guard is a pain to use on mine.

H
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Post by: knittercook on August 16, 2012, 12:53:42 am
Quote from: Wonder on August 16, 2012, 12:01:50 am
The contestants on masterchef use the v slicers all the time with no guard DH and I always cringe and can't believe they get away with. From experience, it only takes a fraction of a second and not much force to slice through your nail and straight into your finger!

There is an episode of Rick Steins where he is slicing away on one without a guard and even warns us that you should use a guard with these things and in the very next instant, you guessed it, OUCH   :'(
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Post by: astarra on August 16, 2012, 12:59:49 am
Cutting myself is the very reason it has taken me to being nearly 30yrs old before getting one!! Mum had one and we were always warned never to touch it - so I grew up with a fear of them...but always had a weird desire to get one - just cuz I'd never touched one I think! :-)) But now I have one I love it, especially for doing homemade potato or sweet potato chips, but also when I just want to do small portions and it is not worth dirtying TM for, such as 1 onion or the likes. Great for slicing too - TM doesn't slice!  :D
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Post by: Halex on August 16, 2012, 01:02:25 am
I do use mine for oniin rings,?i like perfect even szed onions on my pizza. I dont use the guardbut only go down the onion a safe way , then chop the onion in tm for later use.

I might use it over the next few days for a potato bae for my friend. Her dd loves my potato bakes

H :)
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Post by: astarra on August 16, 2012, 01:04:16 am
Oh yyyyuuuuummm H - potato bake...thinking I might now have inspiration for dinner!!!  :D
How is your friend?
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 16, 2012, 01:09:49 am
H, yes I know exactly what you mean, we have one of the orange ones and I'm too scared to use it with 3 little kids running around. I also don't like having it sitting in the dish drainer to dry while the kids are around (and of course too easy to cut yourself drying with a tea towel) !! They're just sooooo sharp !

We just got one of those electric mini graters that Aldi have this week.  I love salad sandwiches and it's not complete without grated carrot ! We also make a tandoori chicken salad in summer and you put loads of grated carrot and cheese in and it's such a pain to do by hand !  Had a go with it yesterday and it's not super duper fast or powerful but I also didn't want anything with loads of bits to wash up either so quite happy with it.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 16, 2012, 01:33:13 am
Quote from: KarenH on August 15, 2012, 11:27:57 pm
I am interested in buying a bread pan/tin for making baguettes.  Does anyone use one, or can you recommend a good brand or what to look for?

Karen there must be hundreds of posts about bread tins on this forum. Just go up and search out bread tins. You might need a good half hour to get though the  many  recommendations .

Couple the search with baguettes and you will see photos as well.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on August 16, 2012, 01:33:54 am
Hally that's exactly how I cut through my thumb - "will just slice this half an onion to add to the BBQ for our hamburgers" spent the remainder of the night in the emergency department and never got the hamburger. I'm very nervous with it lying around waiting to be washed and the kids aren't allowed to touch it but with the saftey they are a great tool and fantastic slicing potatoes for potato bake. I only ever rinse mine in hot water and it seems to be fine.
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Post by: rainbow on August 16, 2012, 02:16:18 am
Quote from: Halex on August 16, 2012, 12:23:19 am
I have a slicer, rarely use it, too many cuts. One second a kid distracts you, blood everywhere. The guard is a pain to use on mine.

H
What brand is yours Halex? I'm thinking the way the guard works is important, like gripping and maybe a groove to slide down,  :)
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Post by: maddy on August 16, 2012, 04:38:38 am
just some more for the bulging library...that I don't have room for  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/68f1dbb57c03b1156bac6bfdddfb5009.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d475dc223908c55ea3a174736053c61a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/51ZIz2aVHVL.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on August 16, 2012, 04:48:06 am
Quote from: Halex on August 16, 2012, 12:23:19 am
I have a slicer, rarely use it, too many cuts. One second a kid distracts you, blood everywhere. The guard is a pain to use on mine.

H

the guard on my is a pain 2 H, mine is a zyliss brand, i use it with the  Bessemer guard, u know the orange one
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Post by: obbie on August 16, 2012, 05:45:46 am
Maddy, love the cake pop books.
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Post by: ElleG on August 16, 2012, 11:59:01 pm
I ordered a Benriner veggie spiralizer and its arrived  ;D very pleased with it, had carrot and zucchini 'noodles' for dinner with a lentil bolognaise. Very nice.
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Post by: astarra on August 17, 2012, 12:43:50 am
Quote from: ElleG on August 16, 2012, 11:59:01 pm
I ordered a Benriner veggie spiralizer and its arrived  ;D very pleased with it, had carrot and zucchini 'noodles' for dinner with a lentil bolognaise. Very nice.

How amazing is this...I was just coming on here to show my new purchase...the same thing!  :D
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Post by: obbie on August 17, 2012, 12:57:49 am
Astarra, I have been thinking of getting one of those, to get the kids to eat veges.. :)
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Post by: astarra on August 17, 2012, 01:05:36 am
Quote from: obbie on August 17, 2012, 12:57:49 am
Astarra, I have been thinking of getting one of those, to get the kids to eat veges.. :)

I like to use this excuse too - but deep down it's just cuz I like doing things to make food look better or different!  ;D
My girls are good veg and fruit eaters, thankfully!  But they do like different presentation too....yeah, see, it was for them after all!!!!!  ;)
Get one Robyn...they are so cool!! And not that much $$ either!!  :)
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Post by: ElleG on August 17, 2012, 01:49:44 am
That is amazing Astarra :D. My excuse is getting ready for retirement! (only 13 years before official retirement age) ;D

The spiralizer is really easy to use. I have stored the spare blades in an old spice bottle, they are sharp. I am looking forward to trying some more pasta sauces - haven't made any for years. Will use zucchini instead of noodles.
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Post by: maddy on August 17, 2012, 06:12:37 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/melun-ltfl.jpg?t=1345180290)
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Post by: Wonder on August 17, 2012, 07:14:02 am
That's so cute Maddy, what will you use it for?
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Post by: maddy on August 17, 2012, 07:21:05 am
Quote from: Wonder on August 17, 2012, 07:14:02 am
That's so cute Maddy, what will you use it for?

Transporting dips and nibbles for wine time  :P
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Post by: obbie on August 17, 2012, 07:22:43 am
Maddy, that sounds so good Wine time... :) :P :P
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Post by: fundj&e on August 17, 2012, 07:33:27 am
is wine time a  trendy way of saying.................lets get smashed  ;D
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Post by: maddy on August 17, 2012, 07:42:06 am
Quote from: fundj on August 17, 2012, 07:33:27 am
is wine time a  trendy way of saying.................lets get smashed  ;D

 ;D ;D ;D not always, but sometimes it can happen  ;D
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Post by: courton on August 17, 2012, 07:44:56 am
This originated in India and is called a "tiffin" carrier...carried lunch and snacks for people who work in offices or school children.
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Post by: mcmich on August 17, 2012, 08:15:13 am
Quote from: maddy on August 17, 2012, 06:12:37 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/melun-ltfl.jpg?t=1345180290)
That's gorgeous Maddy. You must have tremendous storage room.
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Post by: medusa on August 17, 2012, 08:23:15 am
Quote from: astarra on August 17, 2012, 01:05:36 am
Quote from: obbie on August 17, 2012, 12:57:49 am
Astarra, I have been thinking of getting one of those, to get the kids to eat veges.. :)

I like to use this excuse too - but deep down it's just cuz I like doing things to make food look better or different!  ;D
My girls are good veg and fruit eaters, thankfully!  But they do like different presentation too....yeah, see, it was for them after all!!!!!  ;)
Get one Robyn...they are so cool!! And not that much $$ either!!  :)

Where did you get them from girls, I neeeed one lol!!
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Post by: gertbysea on August 17, 2012, 10:23:46 pm
This is neat for your iPad.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=532277

Gert
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Post by: ElleG on August 18, 2012, 02:44:52 am
Medusa, I bought my Benriner Cook helper slicer from an eBay seller (andyahrens) for $52.39 plus $12.99 shipping for a total of $65.38. I see Everyon online have one today for $86.95 plus shipping.

Lunch is zucchini noodles with pesto for lunch  ;D
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Post by: jakodai on August 18, 2012, 07:33:06 am
My cake decorating caddy came yesterday, now I'm just waiting on:

So I MAY have gone a LITTLE overboard with Amazon and my tax return, but I really love cake decorating  so I thought I may as well while I could. And it is so much cheaper than buying it in Australia.
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Post by: judydawn on August 18, 2012, 07:38:25 am
If you are going to use them jakodai, why not make life easier for youself.  There's nothing better than a gorgeously decorated home made cake.
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Post by: jakodai on August 18, 2012, 07:42:06 am
That's what I tell myself, JD. I'm a bit of a show off, too, so I need all the help I can get to make everything perfect! ;-)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 18, 2012, 08:19:02 am
Quote from: jakodai on August 18, 2012, 07:33:06 am
My cake decorating caddy came yesterday, now I'm just waiting on:
  • Ribbon Cutter
  • 13 inch angled spatula
  • Icing Bags & Ties
  • Decorating comb  & smoother
  • Rotating cake stand
  • Plastic dowel rods & cake circles (for stacked cakes)
  • 20 inch rolling pin & guides
  • Roll & cut mat

So I MAY have gone a LITTLE overboard with Amazon and my tax return, but I really love cake decorating  so I thought I may as well while I could. And it is so much cheaper than buying it in Australia.


You need good tools so it is a good purchase. You work hard and deserve it. What is more you will bring a lot of pleasure to a lot of people especially your self.
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Post by: jakodai on August 18, 2012, 03:13:49 pm
Thanks Gert! It's like you climbed into my head - that's exactly how I feel!
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Post by: knittercook on August 18, 2012, 10:39:53 pm
Jakodai, that is my way of thinking as well, you are going to have so much fun with your purchase.
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Post by: goldfish on August 18, 2012, 10:46:23 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 18, 2012, 08:19:02 am
Quote from: jakodai on August 18, 2012, 07:33:06 am
My cake decorating caddy came yesterday,
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So I MAY have gone a LITTLE overboard with Amazon and my tax return, but I really love cake decorating  so I thought I may as well while I could. And it is so much cheaper than buying it in Australia.


You need good tools so it is a good purchase. You work hard and deserve it. What is more you will bring a lot of pleasure to a lot of people especially your self.


Couldn't agree more, jakodai!! Well done!!

Love it!!  Amazon and Tax Return - a marriage made in heaven!!! ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on August 18, 2012, 11:50:00 pm
i really do HATE this thread  :-))
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Post by: maddy on August 19, 2012, 12:36:33 am
Quote from: fundj on August 18, 2012, 11:50:00 pm
i really do HATE this thread  :-))

LoL....so you really do "LOVE" it then  :D

I still have such a weakness for anything Cath Kidston  :-))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/KGrHqNiEE60HcIhBQCFwngLQ60_3.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/238892a.jpg)

Another tablecloth & another apron
....ebay just makes it too easy!
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Post by: courton on August 19, 2012, 12:44:59 am
Maddy, you must have a LOT of storage space! :) BTW, went to a retirement party last night for a librarian where there were about 100 cupcakes with each cupcake having a miniature book made of icing on top ...every book cover was different. Amazing artwork.
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Post by: maddy on August 19, 2012, 12:49:46 am
Um, I absolutely don't  :P but I have had to be creative with storage  :P

those cupcakes sound amazing!.....soooo much work by the sounds of it  8)
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Post by: jakodai on August 19, 2012, 05:57:30 am
That sounds like me, Maddy. I have a 2 bedroom apartment, with a miniature kitchen, but I'm just creative. The wardrobes in the bedroom's are huge, so a lot of stuff is stored in there, especially my kitchen appliances. I had to get rid of a lot of stuff when I moved. My pantry is also very small, so I store a lot of my canned and packaged items and flour that I try to buy in bulk from Costco in my wardrobe as well. Clothes hang, and food & appliances are stored along the floor. It sounds horrible, but it's actually not too bad.And the flour is stored a large tin/drum type of thing, and I fill a smaller container that is kept in the kitchen as I need it. It's much cheaper than buying it by the kilo from the supermarket, and it's better quality.

I've seen cupcakes similar to those Courton, and I remember thinking "wow, someone has ALOT of patience". I don't think I'd be able to do it.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 19, 2012, 06:03:58 am
So you are. "closet cook" jackdal! LOL! ;D

Gert
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Post by: knittercook on August 19, 2012, 06:07:37 am
I hope this link works

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_q0fIrHlGx3g/TOGG-peG8MI/AAAAAAAAAR0/rH7W0Z_gLuY/s1600/CupcakeBC.GIF
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Post by: gertbysea on August 19, 2012, 06:10:11 am
Quote from: knittercook on August 19, 2012, 06:07:37 am
I hope this link works

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_q0fIrHlGx3g/TOGG-peG8MI/AAAAAAAAAR0/rH7W0Z_gLuY/s1600/CupcakeBC.GIF

Brilliant.
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Post by: jakodai on August 19, 2012, 06:27:04 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 19, 2012, 06:03:58 am
So you are. "closet cook" jackdal! LOL! ;D

Gert

LOL - very much so!
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Post by: jakodai on August 19, 2012, 06:30:57 am
They look fantastic! I think they may be made using this (http://www.thecakedecoratingcompany.co.uk/catalog/index.php?cPath=112). I remember looking into this years ago, but was put off by having to have a dedicated printer and not being able to use my current printer. I know it makes complete sense, but I was only 18 and it was a turn off... lol. It looks pretty good now, though. You can even buy pre-cut icing sheets for cup cake toppers.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 19, 2012, 10:27:35 am
Quote from: jakodai on August 19, 2012, 05:57:30 am
That sounds like me, Maddy. I have a 2 bedroom apartment, with a miniature kitchen, but I'm just creative. The wardrobes in the bedroom's are huge, so a lot of stuff is stored in there, especially my kitchen appliances. I had to get rid of a lot of stuff when I moved. My pantry is also very small, so I store a lot of my canned and packaged items and flour that I try to buy in bulk from Costco in my wardrobe as well. Clothes hang, and food & appliances are stored along the floor. It sounds horrible, but it's actually not too bad.And the flour is stored a large tin/drum type of thing, and I fill a smaller container that is kept in the kitchen as I need it. It's much cheaper than buying it by the kilo from the supermarket, and it's better quality.
Very creative thinking on where to keep your kitchen goodies jakodai ;) :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 19, 2012, 10:29:06 am
Quote from: knittercook on August 19, 2012, 06:07:37 am
I hope this link works

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_q0fIrHlGx3g/TOGG-peG8MI/AAAAAAAAAR0/rH7W0Z_gLuY/s1600/CupcakeBC.GIF
They are just amazing. :)
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Post by: dede on August 19, 2012, 12:18:09 pm
Lol that is cute
I like this saying too

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Post by: cookie1 on August 19, 2012, 01:25:31 pm
ROFL.
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Post by: jeninwa on August 19, 2012, 02:18:36 pm
Funny, but so true.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 19, 2012, 03:15:15 pm
Love it  ;D
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Post by: andiesenji on August 20, 2012, 04:46:29 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 17, 2012, 10:23:46 pm
This is neat for your iPad.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=532277

Gert

Great minds much think alike, I just ordered one similar to that for mine - the one I got a couple of months ago just doesn't work for me.
I got this one (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005HM49IU/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00)  in blue denim.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on August 20, 2012, 06:27:47 am
On the weekend I ordered a Kindle and a Nespresso capsule coffee machine - I know, I know - coffee afficionado's will cringe but I actually like the coffee, and like the no-fuss system. My espresso machine is about to die and I'm sick of cleaning it everytime I make a coffee. Used up all my loyalty points on my purchases so ended up only spending $50! Of course, then I had to go and buy a Kindle cover and some coffee capsules... and I have a growing wish list of books on Amazon just waiting for my Kindle to be delivered.... and I've just paid for our holiday in Malaysia... looks like it will have to be a very lean Xmas the way I'm going!
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Post by: cookie1 on August 20, 2012, 06:32:15 am
Great buys  deedub.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 20, 2012, 06:47:58 am
Quote from: deedub on August 20, 2012, 06:27:47 am
On the weekend I ordered a Kindle and a Nespresso capsule coffee machine - I know, I know - coffee afficionado's will cringe but I actually like the coffee, and like the no-fuss system. My espresso machine is about to die and I'm sick of cleaning it everytime I make a coffee. Used up all my loyalty points on my purchases so ended up only spending $50! Of course, then I had to go and buy a Kindle cover and some coffee capsules... and I have a growing wish list of books on Amazon just waiting for my Kindle to be delivered.... and I've just paid for our holiday in Malaysia... looks like it will have to be a very lean Xmas the way I'm going!

Deebub I applaud you. Well done. Great purchases. Something you want, is useful and you will use. Both will give you years of enjoyment.

Well done you.

Gert.

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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 20, 2012, 08:00:48 am
Good buys deedub  :D

I was unsure of how I would feel reading a electronic book but I actually love it. Great for traveling as I no longer have 3 or 4 kilos of books in my luggage and very lightweight to hold...... and of course you can take hundreds of books wherever you go. I bought DH one too and he is very happy with it.

I have a nespresso as well and love the variety of coffees available in the pods. Everyone one can choose their preference and have a decent cup of coffee very quickly without any hassles. I still enjoy freshly ground and brewed coffee but the nespresso is a great alternative.

You have been on a spending spree but who cares its so much fun  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on August 20, 2012, 08:45:18 am
Mama Fergie you are a lady similar to me.  They others day I actually went to the top of my ereader to turn the page. I decided then that I had fully accepted it. My DH loves it as the caravan is about 20 kg lighter when we go away.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 20, 2012, 09:06:13 am
Exactly ;D

It's so lightweight especially when reading in bed as I usually do at night. Also such a space saver and it saves your last page read on each book. I also love the fact that you can have up to 6 devices linked to the same account so my DH can buy books that he likes and we can share books on both of our kindles which means we can both read the same book at the same time without paying for 2 copies. My DD has used my account to download books onto her ipad that she likes out of my 'library' so is a money saver as well!!!

I am a very happy electronic reader now and never thought I would get used to not having an actual book in my hands  :)

Also slips into handbag easily. Love, love love it!
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Post by: gertbysea on August 20, 2012, 09:10:06 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on August 20, 2012, 09:06:13 am
Exactly ;D

It's so lightweight especially when reading in bed as I usually do at night. Also such a space saver and it saves your last page read on each book. I also love the fact that you can have up to 6 devices linked to the same account so my DH can buy books that he likes and we can share books on both of our kindles which means we can both read the same book at the same time without paying for 2 copies. My DD has used my account to download books onto her ipad that she likes out of my 'library' so is a money saver as well!!!

I am a very happy electronic reader now and never thought I would get used to not having an actual book in my hands  :)

Also slips into handbag easily. Love, love love it!


Love it. Love it. Join the Ebook reader club.

Gert

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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 20, 2012, 09:27:55 am
Is there such a club or just a figure of speech Gert? :-\
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Post by: gertbysea on August 20, 2012, 09:30:36 am
There may be such a club on Amazon but you can join the rest of us here.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on August 20, 2012, 09:59:08 am
There are a few of us who are devoted ebook readers
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 20, 2012, 10:10:28 am
Ok I get now ha ha ha I am laughing at myself!!!!! : ;)

Very happy to join all you gals  :D
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Post by: jakodai on August 20, 2012, 10:48:30 am
I love ebooks. I had an ebook reader a few years ago but I sold it when I got my iPad. I download my textbooks into my iPad as well, those things are >1000 pages and so much more pleasant on the iPad. Well, as pleasant as textbooks can be...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on August 20, 2012, 11:08:40 am
Stocked up on quality hair products online from strawberry net.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 20, 2012, 12:24:03 pm
I love strawberry net
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on August 20, 2012, 01:16:00 pm
I hate that the retail price of a kitchen aid KSM150 in Australia is $749 but I can buy one from Amazon including postage for $350. It drives me insane when Australian retailers complain that they're struggling and we should support local business - but how can they justify doubling the price?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 20, 2012, 01:26:17 pm
Quote from: jakodai on August 20, 2012, 01:16:00 pm
I hate that the retail price of a kitchen aid KSM150 in Australia is $749 but I can buy one from Amazon including postage for $350. It drives me insane when Australian retailers complain that they're struggling and we should support local business - but how can they justify doubling the price?

Then all you would need is an adapter for AU$350?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on August 20, 2012, 01:35:10 pm
Quote from: jakodai on August 20, 2012, 01:16:00 pm
I hate that the retail price of a kitchen aid KSM150 in Australia is $749 but I can buy one from Amazon including postage for $350. It drives me insane when Australian retailers complain that they're struggling and we should support local business - but how can they justify doubling the price?

Me too jakodai.  I buy a lot of stuff from Amazon now because as much as I want to support Aus industry I just can't afford to, the price difference is so large.

What annoys me even more is when you try and do the right thing and buy from the store and you can't get service or they don't have any stock.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on August 20, 2012, 01:45:51 pm
You would need a step up (or down) transformer. I have looked at it before. Also not a worldwide warranty so if something went wrong you would have to ship it back to USA.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on August 20, 2012, 01:59:12 pm
I know the current or whatever it is is more powerful here, so I'm sure there's something involved in getting it working other than just a plain adaptor, and for a purchase that large I don't think I would actually do it, I just checked out of curiosity. It's so frustrating.  I understand a markup - I don't necessarily agree with it, because the retail price should be close to the same globally, and you allow extra for shipping them to other countries. But the $350 price from Amazon included something like $70 shipping. It's absurd.
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Post by: maddy on August 20, 2012, 02:12:12 pm
Luckily I purchased my kitchenaid a few years ago, and it was under $400 with a free ice cream attachment.
Shop around if your looking for a mixer....there are others around that will perform just the same, without the KA price  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on August 20, 2012, 03:47:57 pm
Quote from: medusa on August 20, 2012, 01:45:51 pm
You would need a step up (or down) transformer. I have looked at it before. Also not a worldwide warranty so if something went wrong you would have to ship it back to USA.

You do need a step-down transformer and they are not that expensive as long as you are buying just one.

 If the expense of shipping doesn't but the cost above the local that can work.  I know someone who moved to OZ a decade ago with all her kitchen appliances as well as a vacuum.  She had an electrician put a step-down transformer on one of the kitchen circuits so she could use all of her favorite appliances, including her KA mixer. 

However, a single step-down transformer (http://www.tortech.com.au/category/new-range-of-usa-stepdown-tranformers/) that operates one or two lower wattage appliances at a time are not all that expensive. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 20, 2012, 11:56:33 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on August 20, 2012, 03:47:57 pm
However, a single step-down transformer (http://www.tortech.com.au/category/new-range-of-usa-stepdown-tranformers/) that operates one or two lower wattage appliances at a time are not all that expensive.  

Here's the step down transformer you will need   http://performanceshop.com.au/500W-240V-to-120V-Stepdown-Voltage-Converter-8Zed_3160.html
Does the job as long as you don't mind an ugly box sitting beside your pretty mixer  :P
the only issue I've had with my mixer was a faulty circuit board, which was replaced and machine serviced for $114....you wouldn't bother with postage to U.S. for warranty issues.....would cost a bomb.....but you have to factor the shipping costs to get it here to begin with, and if it's worth it.

EDIT :  info from retailer
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The size transformer you require will be determined by the power requirement of the Kitchenaid itself. In order to determine the most suitable Transformer for your application, you will need to check the specifications on your appliance as far as Watts/Amps, Voltage & Frequency (Hz). Then simply take the wattage figure and ensure that the transformer you select has a larger wattage capacity.

Please also note that these transformers do not convert Australian standard frequency of 50Hz to US standard of 60Hz, therefore if your Kitchenaid solely operates at 60Hz, we cannot guarantee that your appliance will run to its maximum capability.



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Post by: fundj&e on August 21, 2012, 03:47:25 am
i really did need them  ;D
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Post by: snappy on August 21, 2012, 04:00:48 am
Of course you did Uni!
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Post by: cookie1 on August 21, 2012, 04:25:39 am
I love tala measures Uni. An essential part of cooking.
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Post by: mcmich on August 21, 2012, 07:50:59 am
Uni, where did you get your measuring cup? Looks really good.
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Post by: fundj&e on August 21, 2012, 08:06:31 am
the store is called House Mich $19.99

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Post by: mcmich on August 21, 2012, 08:23:04 am
Thanks Uni, will pop in there tomorrow.
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Post by: fundj&e on August 21, 2012, 08:25:53 am
sorry bella  ;D
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Post by: Decadent Dot on August 21, 2012, 08:34:48 am
I have read a lot on here about dehydrators. I have never had one before but yesterday I ordered 2 Excaliburs after doing a bit of negotiating with the price. One is for my DD. They are delivering on thursday. I just can't wait to have a go.
I have been watching demos on You Tube. I found "How to dehydrate and store food" parts 1-10 very useful indeed. I am off tomorrow to see what is looking good on the nearby farmers market with my list at the ready. Pineapples has got to be tried. They are cheap too just now.
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 21, 2012, 12:29:06 pm
I wen to my favorite store tpday, Kukulas Brothers in Northbridge.  I bought:
Dried Cherries
Belgium Choc Chips
Organic oats
Masa harina

I love the smells. I looked at all the bulk spices, nuts, dried fruit and grains. I guess I am deprived living in the country and having only a poor excuse for a Coles to shop in.
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Post by: Bonsai on August 21, 2012, 01:58:06 pm
Kakulas is a wonderful shop. I remember when the original brothers still ran the store - did all the calculations of cost in their head and never trusted their younger assistants to do billing or take money. How things have changed....   Kakulas Sisters in Fremantle is great too.

Decadent Dot I've just got my Excalibur today (very excited) after a disastrous experience with a cheaper brand and a seller who refused to help me when it caused my house fuse to trip the first time I used it (having to pursue this through small claims court). If anyone is thinking of buying a dehydrator in Australia via EBay do PM me if you want to know who to avoid 😓
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Post by: jakodai on August 21, 2012, 02:30:41 pm
Thanks for he information everyone, but I think I'm just going to get an Australian model. I'll just keep saving... Lol.

Bonsai, that's what scares sometimes with eBay. It's so easy for the other person to not do their job. I've been on the wrong end of a PayPal claim, where someone claimed they didn't receive something I'd sent, even though the buyer admitted that she'd moved and hadn't given me her updated address so I know that PayPal normally awards in the buyers favor in these instances, so I always try to pay with PayPal. It's pretty easy to get your money back then. Lodge a PayPal claim then it's up to the seller to prove that the fault isn't their responsibility. Good luck with the new dehydrator. I've been a little interested n buying a dehydrator, but I've put my foot down and told myself that I don't need one!!
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Post by: andiesenji on August 21, 2012, 04:43:18 pm
Quote from: Decadent Dot on August 21, 2012, 08:34:48 am
I have read a lot on here about dehydrators. I have never had one before but yesterday I ordered 2 Excaliburs after doing a bit of negotiating with the price. One is for my DD. They are delivering on thursday. I just can't wait to have a go.
I have been watching demos on You Tube. I found "How to dehydrate and store food" parts 1-10 very useful indeed. I am off tomorrow to see what is looking good on the nearby farmers market with my list at the ready. Pineapples has got to be tried. They are cheap too just now.

I'm sure you will love it Dot.  Dried pineapple is like candy, especially if the pineapple is very ripe.  I try to dry the "wetter" fruits and vegetable at the same time - pineapple, mango, papaya, tomatoes, very ripe peaches and plums. 
Otherwise you have to "stage" your drying, putting the wetter fruits in first and adding the dryer ones later and sometimes the moisture from the wetter fruits will delay the drying of the other and make them tougher - or at least that is how it seems to me.

I recently tried a new "trick" recommended to me -  I placed some slices of stale bread on the tray above some strawberries I was drying and it really did seem to speed up the drying and the strawberries were very crisp and crunchy immediately after drying.  They did lose some of the crunchyness after storing for a few days but as I intended to use them in baking that did not matter. 
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Post by: snappy on August 22, 2012, 04:00:07 am
I just bought my first ever packet of Crio Bru.  Finally there's a NSW stockist.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on August 22, 2012, 05:17:01 am
 
Quote from: snappy on August 22, 2012, 04:00:07 am
I just bought my first ever packet of Crio Bru.  Finally there's a NSW stockist.

Hi Snappy
what is it? and does anyone from Perth know where to get it!
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Post by: kt2 on August 22, 2012, 05:37:26 am
Hi Greyhoundmum

Weigh n Pay at Woodvale shopping centre stock it

 :)
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Post by: fundj&e on August 22, 2012, 05:44:11 am
teeth  ;D
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Post by: kt2 on August 22, 2012, 05:58:42 am
I hope the tooth fairy was good to you!!
 :D
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Post by: obbie on August 22, 2012, 06:03:31 am
where do I buy stuff to make cake pops ect, or cake pop books online. thanks Robyn :)
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Post by: Halex on August 22, 2012, 06:39:52 am
DH came home with a book for himself.

THE BIG BOOK OF BBQ

So excited as he normally burns everything. He has decided he wants to learn to help me out :)

Bless him

H :)
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Post by: snappy on August 22, 2012, 07:04:05 am
Quote from: obbie on August 22, 2012, 06:03:31 am
where do I buy stuff to make cake pops ect, or cake pop books online. thanks Robyn :)

You can buy cake pop books from bookdepository but the queen of cake pops is bakerella and she has heaps of info freely available on her website so check here first http://http://www.bakerella.com/ (http://www.bakerella.com/)

I know peters of Kensington sells candy melts, sticks, icing colors etc in store so they might also sell online?
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Post by: obbie on August 22, 2012, 07:18:46 am
I have just been on POK, so will try bakerella.  thanks.
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Post by: berringamababe on August 23, 2012, 02:20:17 pm
Obbi I just bought cake pop things on our deals has 3 more days http://www.ourdeal.com.au/deal/ezypressies-cake-pop-maker-delivered/?ref=%20Daily%20Alert and also http://www.ourdeal.com.au/deal/decorate-your-yummy-treats-with-a-diy-cake-pop-kit-from-cake-mega-store on $35 dollars posted bargin
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Post by: berringamababe on August 23, 2012, 02:24:53 pm
http://www.cakemegastore.com.au/index.php?route=common/home
This is the store that supplies the offer a great little find
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 12:42:21 am
Quote from: fundj on August 22, 2012, 05:44:11 am
teeth  ;D

Yay Uni...hope your feeling better

Quote from: kt2 on August 22, 2012, 05:58:42 am
I hope the tooth fairy was good to you!!
 :D

she probably would need all the worlds tooth fairies to fund them!  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 12:44:21 am
Quote from: Halex on August 22, 2012, 06:39:52 am
DH came home with a book for himself.

THE BIG BOOK OF BBQ

So excited as he normally burns everything. He has decided he wants to learn to help me out :)

Bless him

H :)

Good on him H  8).  My hubby must have gone to the same BBQ school.....charcoal offerings every time!  LOL
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Post by: JulieO on August 24, 2012, 12:55:45 am
Maddy I thought you'd come on here to show us what you bought from WS  ;D
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 12:59:24 am
Quote from: obbie on August 22, 2012, 06:03:31 am
where do I buy stuff to make cake pops ect, or cake pop books online. thanks Robyn :)

Robyn....I purchase the majority of it from eBay.  You can buy bulk packs of sticks much cheaper! Like these ones
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Cake-Pop-Sticks-15cm-6-100-pcs-Shy-Shys-Partyware-/230841722540?pt=AU_Party_Supplies&hash=item35bf3d26ac#ht_7150wt_922
Get paper ones, not plastic.  I usually buy 6 inch sticks.

As for the chocolate, I usually use Nestlé melts and add the Americolor oil colours.  Check eBay and online deco stores.  You usually pay a lot more for coloured chocolate, so tint your own.  Just remember the white chocolate doesn't need as much melting time.
if you were wanting deep colours, probably worth buying those per coloured.  I don't like Wilton choc at all, but I have a pack of merckens chocolate to try next.

books....there's lots....I'm smack in the middle of organizing my cook books, so I will get back to you on the good ones  ;)
BTW, I have per ordered Bakerellas Christmas pop book  8)

berri......that maker I have used for doughnut holes too.  To be honest, I don't know how good it would be for cake pops, as you really need the binding of icing or cream cheese to keep it stable on the sticks.  it would be perfect for dipped cake balls for a plate.
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 01:03:29 am
Quote from: JulieO on August 24, 2012, 12:55:45 am
Maddy I thought you'd come on here to show us what you bought from WS  ;D

LOL....you know what, I had a look while having a break from cleaning and sorting all my cook books   :o and a hidden nook of purchases that need to be housed  :o :o.....and I said to myself....do I really need to be ordering anything from there!  ;D
I did linger on the personalised stamper for baked goodies....but then I clicked the page off  :P
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Post by: JulieO on August 24, 2012, 01:07:42 am
Good for you, I know how hard that would have been for you.  ;D
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 01:10:37 am
LOL.....it nearly killed me I tell you!  :P
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Post by: Rara1 on August 24, 2012, 01:14:16 am
At the sour dough cooking class yesterday I purchased both her books as well as a small loaf tin.
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm57/rara6014/photo-108.jpg)
Rara x
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Post by: Wonder on August 24, 2012, 05:30:01 am
That book looks great Rara - does she use a TMX or is it made by hand? I would love to make sourdough but just not sure where to start.
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Post by: medusa on August 24, 2012, 05:36:20 am
(http://www.breville.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/11/image/463x348/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/p/bpi280_01_product_101125_1.jpg)

On Sale from Myer $29.95 free postage.  Wrapped as I looked at it in the good guys for $69.95

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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 24, 2012, 05:58:30 am
I'm tempted to get one of those Medusa, it would be a good size for the kids.  Great deal too !! Especially with free delivery.
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Post by: thermo18 on August 24, 2012, 06:12:00 am
Thanks for letting us know medusa I have been thinking of getting one for a while, will be great for party's , and such a good price  :)
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 06:19:21 am
that is very cheap Medusa!
I paid $59.95 at H.S.....which I haven't even used it yet  :-[
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 06:50:37 am
I just bought the cake pop maker from ourdeals... :)
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 06:53:46 am
Thanks Maddy, I want that bakeralla cake pop book too. :)
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Post by: Emme on August 24, 2012, 07:33:22 am
Quote from: Rara1 on August 24, 2012, 01:14:16 am
At the sour dough cooking class yesterday I purchased both her books as well as a small loaf tin.
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm57/rara6014/photo-108.jpg)
Rara x
Maddy, I try not to look at this thread.  Yoke's books are great and  Rara 1 you were so lucky to be able to attend her cooking class.

I'll get out of here now


Marie
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 07:37:04 am
Emme, shopping is fun, buy something...... :)
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Post by: Emme on August 24, 2012, 08:15:21 am
My problem Obbie is I buy too much  ;D then storage becomes another problem.


Marie
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 08:22:35 am
Quote from: Emme on August 24, 2012, 07:33:22 am
Maddy, I try not to look at this thread.

I try not to contribute to this thread :P but I'm not very successful.
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Post by: Rara1 on August 24, 2012, 01:03:18 pm
Quote from: Wonder on August 24, 2012, 05:30:01 am
That book looks great Rara - does she use a TMX or is it made by hand? I would love to make sourdough but just not sure where to start.

Hi Wonder
We made three batches of sourdough using our thermomix so we could cook them at home
pizza/ciabata
everyday loaf
bitter chocolate loaf
also came home with a "mother" starter
We tasted around 7 different breads.
Made the pizza tonight which the dough was quite sticky.  Unfortunately kids like "normal" homemade pizza :(
Will make the other two loaves tomorrow and hopefully it will turn out.

I am still a bit confused about sour dough....you need to plan ahead  :-\

Rara x
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 02:14:32 pm
Sounds like it was an interesting day Rara  :)

Well the tablecloth I ordered the other day turned up....and it's so much prettier than the picture showed, so naturally I hunted down a matching apron  :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4feb674677f5ac6a64b5c9fa23ed08c0.jpg)


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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2012, 02:25:17 pm
I went into the Cath Kitson shop in Marlow a few weeks ago.It's amazing what's for sale.The friend I was with was trying to talk me into buying a Tippee for my GS :D :D :D it was in the sale but still £50 so I left it on the shelf.I do like some of her bags ;)
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 02:31:01 pm
Oh I can imagine CC.....I only buy when on eBay cheaper, or another online store.
I adore all of her prints, homewares, and even her welliingtons (an ugly boot made pretty  : 8))......and I so wish she had a store here....but then again, I couldn't afford to shop in it then  :P
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Post by: Rara1 on August 24, 2012, 02:48:11 pm
The apron is so pretty Maddy.
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Post by: obbie on August 25, 2012, 02:22:28 am
I love the apron Maddy,  and you are so good for shopping inspirations.. :D
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Post by: maddy on August 25, 2012, 10:34:34 pm
 ;D Robyn.....aprons are a little weakness, have bought a nice rack/hook thing to hang them all on......It's now apron art  ;)

well as soon as these were mentioned, I jumped right onto it

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c1d47fbc6367f07921492471ab31dcb4.jpg)

Great job Helene!  Very cool idea  8). Perfect timing, election bake sales soon.
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Post by: goldfish on August 25, 2012, 10:37:38 pm
Yep  . . .I couldn't resist these either!!  Ordered them yesterday . . . .
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 11:00:14 pm
These will walk out the door in their droves Helene and good luck to you, always thinking and coming up with ideas for thermo lovers and cooks in general. I hope you have plenty in stock, good luck to you - I know our members will get behind you as will all of your blog fans around the world.
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Post by: obbie on August 26, 2012, 02:32:24 am
I have to order some too, great  Idea.

shopping today was Wine, Beer, groceries..... ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 26, 2012, 02:40:46 am
That's my kind of shopping  ;D
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 26, 2012, 11:05:30 am
My weekend shopping was made up of:
Coconut liqueur
Macadamia nut liqueur
White chocolate liqueur 
Chardonnay
Merlot
Cab Sav
Nougat
Wasabi Peas
Chili peanuts and
Muesli (no wheat and no added sugar)

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Post by: Halex on August 26, 2012, 11:44:29 am
Dash, i bought the liquers too.

I know macadamia was at the bottom, what order were the other 2?

H :)
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 26, 2012, 11:55:37 am
white chocolate then coconut and float a thin layer of cream on top.
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Post by: Halex on August 26, 2012, 12:22:55 pm
Thanks Dash, dh going to love it :D
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Post by: obbie on August 26, 2012, 10:41:17 pm
I like that sort of shopping Dash
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Post by: Halex on August 27, 2012, 12:55:47 am
Just to top up the weekends shoppi g ;D

From williams soonama

Your Order

SKU   Product   Sale Price   Quantity   Total
2902518   Cupcake Corer   AUD 8.20   1   AUD 8.20
1938596   OXO Cookie Scoop, Medium   AUD 22.80   1   AUD 22.80
3747250   Ravioli Stamp, Set of 2   AUD 22.80   1   AUD 22.80
7128028   Gravy Separators, 2-Cup

 ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on August 27, 2012, 01:49:00 am
Great Hally, I loved there website. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 01:59:16 am
My weekend shopping was similar to DD's.

Lots of lovely chocolate from Gabriel's chocolate factory, macadamia liqueur , white port, some shower gel and body lotion from Natural Olive oil soap place.(mandarin and vanilla ) . We stopped for a wee while at the Harvey Cheese factory and I bought quite a lot of their cheese. I also had a coffee there.(had to keep the driver wide awake)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 02:03:34 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79d74a82-c727-7637.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/79d74a82-c76d-c022.jpg)On tapatalk, will try to post photos of some.
Of course this is to share with the family.( honestly)
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Post by: keiramax on August 27, 2012, 06:37:39 am
I ordered 72 red clown noses.  What for, I hear you ask.  I've decided to have a clown/circus themed party for my son's 1st birthday and thought it would be fun for all the guests to wear red noses.

Have started to stock up on other things also, red/white striped straws, patty pan cases in various bright colours, bright serviettes etc
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Post by: astarra on August 27, 2012, 06:40:01 am
Looking forward to seeing pics of that party if you share them, keiramax!  :D
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Post by: keiramax on August 27, 2012, 07:04:06 am
Party not until November, but I had to decide what we are going to do so my SIL can do the invitations.  She's very artistic and hand draws the invites, so had to get the details and theme so she has time to do them.

So far I've thought about the following circus food ideas:
Peanuts in the shell - for feeding the elephants
Buttered popcorn in bags
Mini hot dogs
hot chips in buckets
frozen bananas dipped in choc on a stick - you always have stick food at the circus
Fairyfloss
clown cake pops
lollypops

Plus other typical party food, but I'm trying to think of things you would get at a circus.  Any ideas most welcome.  Have started to develop a list of all ideas etc
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 07:18:07 am
It sounds like a great party.
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Post by: mcmich on August 27, 2012, 09:03:58 am
Sounds like a really good party. I envy your 1y old son with 72 guests.
I don't think I know 72 people.
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Post by: fundj&e on August 27, 2012, 10:44:08 am
Quote from: mcmich on August 27, 2012, 09:03:58 am
Sounds like a really good party. I envy your 1y old son with 72 guests.
I don't think I know 72 people.

yes you do, you just meet 29 on the weekend  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 27, 2012, 01:35:58 pm
Just bought a blackout blind (http://www.johnlewis.com/230645649/Product.aspx) for when GS comes to stay in October. :)
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Post by: keiramax on August 27, 2012, 10:38:23 pm
CC that is awesome, may have to see if they have something like that is Aust.  I need something heavier on my son's windows and don't really want to change the curtains.
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Post by: maddy on August 28, 2012, 12:26:37 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bfad02165579e5de3cb246cb0f2fa9f0.jpg)

yes, I do have these in white.....but it would be so wrong if I didn't grab the pink ones  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/08cac980c5d6aee13ef1eb99e56bf382.jpg)

.....because everyone needs a flamingo on a stick in the cupboard   ;)
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Post by: andiesenji on August 28, 2012, 01:12:31 am
I got a new mug today:  Disney's  Tinkerbelle - Mornings aren't MAGICAL!
Cute. Sadly the bottom is too large to fit on my mug warmer.

It is listed as holding 16 ounces but with 16 ounces of liquid measured into it, there is still almost 3/4 of an inch clearance, NICE!

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Tinkmug1.jpg)

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/Tinkmug.jpg)

And it is PURPLE!!!
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 28, 2012, 02:14:54 am
I love it.  I want to get one of those for my DD. Where did you find it Andiesenji?
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 04:39:30 am
I'm sure here are plenty of us agreeing with your mug andie!
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Post by: goldfish on August 28, 2012, 04:47:07 am
Here's one for the mug . .  the mug is around $US12 but the international shipping is $39.50 !! ???
http://www.disneystore.com/drinkware-kitchen-dinnerware-home-decor-mornings-tinker-bell-mug/mp/1261103/1000350/

Here's one for the travel mug . .
http://www.yourwdwstore.net/Disney-Travel-Mug--Tinker-Bell--Mornings-arent-MAGICAL_p_8204.html

both in USA
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Post by: dede on August 28, 2012, 05:14:54 am
Well I just come home with a coffee maker for DH. He better live me lol. The assistant in Harvey Norman thought I was extra special buying my DH a coffee maker for Fathers Day when I don't even drink coffee myself.
But I figure m DH works hard and isn't into techie stuff like me with my iPad and iPhone etc so why not spoil him. :D
I got a MAP BELLA capsule coffee maker package, come with coffee maker, milk frother, 30 capsules, 4 coffee cups and a Capsule holder thingy. :)
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Post by: Yvette on August 28, 2012, 05:16:04 am
Hope he enjoys it Mandi  :)
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 05:17:28 am
I'm totally stumped for a fathers day gift for SH this year. It will be a hard one as his father only passed away earlier this year so not expecting it to be a good day. Any body with ideas???
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Post by: dede on August 28, 2012, 05:18:14 am
He better Yvette :D
Actually the coffee makers have been advertised on tv a lot lately and DH has commented on how he would love one of those, so I think he will be pretty happy :D
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Post by: dede on August 28, 2012, 05:19:04 am
Quote from: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 05:17:28 am
I'm totally stumped for a fathers day gift for SH this year. It will be a hard one as his father only passed away earlier this year so not expecting it to be a good day. Any body with ideas???

Some times I call my DH a SH as well lol :D
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 05:42:57 am
lol, I honestly wasn't thinking that while I was typing - was meant to be DH.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2012, 05:48:44 am
I checked with DH this morning and he kindly replied .......Bunnings vouchers. Very nice of him. He uses them all too.
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Post by: Yvette on August 28, 2012, 06:01:01 am
I am thinking about buying mine an ipad
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Post by: astarra on August 28, 2012, 06:02:39 am
Lucky you to get told, cookie....When I asked my DH what he wanted I just got "I don't want anything, I've got you and I've got the girls...what more could I want?"  so then I asked what he NEEDED rather than wanted...still the same "nothing" reply.
I have a bunnings voucher for one to give him...still stuck on what from the other 2... :-\
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Post by: andiesenji on August 28, 2012, 06:07:44 am
I got the mug at Amazon = it was on a "Gold Box" special - I paid $15.00 and that included shipping.

I thought there was a Disney store in Australia.  Maybe it only carries DVDs and such. 
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Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2012, 06:31:02 am
Quote from: astarra on August 28, 2012, 06:02:39 am
Lucky you to get told, cookie....When I asked my DH what he wanted I just got "I don't want anything, I've got you and I've got the girls...what more could I want?"  so then I asked what he NEEDED rather than wanted...still the same "nothing" reply.
I have a bunnings voucher for one to give him...still stuck on what from the other 2... :-\

Amazon voucher?  K mart?  After shave? 

Gert
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 28, 2012, 06:55:55 am
FYI Catch of the Day's sister site Grocery run have free shipping for two hours (not sure when it started though so not sure when it finishes)

Here's the link

http://www.groceryrun.com.au/?utm_source=cotd&utm_medium=web_banner&utm_campaign=most_wanted
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Post by: keiramax on August 28, 2012, 07:11:59 am
Father's day - I took DD to Robert Gordon and she painted a popcorn pot which then got clear glazed and fired.  Will fill with lollies.  Grandad (DH's father),  DD painted a canvas with hand and footprints and Grandad (my father) will get him some traditional pork pies and blood pudding from the Pommy Butcher.

Nothing high tech in this house.
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Post by: mcmich on August 28, 2012, 08:05:32 am
Lovely, thoughtful gifts keiramax.

I'm not what sure what to get DH. His daughters and my children are pooling their money to get their dad and stepdad a red balloon voucher.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2012, 09:19:52 am
They are fun Michele.
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 28, 2012, 12:49:17 pm
The girls gave DW ans I a Red Balloon voucher for Christmas one year. It was for horse drawn tour of Swan Valley Wineries. We thoroughly enjoyed it. 

There are lots of RED Balloon activities to choose from Wonder there might be one that would interest your DH.
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 01:03:30 pm
We did the red balloon voucher last year for either his birthday or fathers day and he hasn't used it yet!! He's very difficult to buy for, buys all his own clothes and is quite fussy, isn't a big reader, hardly drinks and doesn't smoke. DD says she has something in mind but said it would need to be a surprise for me as well. She has a few parties this weekend so I'm worried she will forget she has offered to organise and we will have nothing on Sunday.
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 28, 2012, 01:10:15 pm
I understand where you both are coming from. I am the same I buy what I want, I am fussy about cloths, don't smoke, or drink much (last weekend excepted). DW asks me what I want for my B'day or what ever event and I never know what to tell her.

Maybe a voucher to a clothing store he likes?
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Post by: jakodai on August 28, 2012, 01:21:47 pm
My dad is impossible to buy for. He doesn't like me spending money on him, so whatever I buy has to be inexpensive but still meaningful. I'm thinking of making him a batch of cauliflower pickles, and printing up some stickers as labels for the jars. He won't get mad because I won't have spent a lot of money, he'll love it, and I'll feel like I've given him something meaningful. I just need to find somewhere to buy jars.
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 28, 2012, 01:25:45 pm
That sounds good Jakodai. I know I would appreciate something like that.
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Post by: Meagan on August 28, 2012, 03:00:50 pm
Any suggestions for a 4 slice toaster. Ours started smoking and is way too expensive to repair!
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Post by: mcmich on August 28, 2012, 03:11:44 pm
Gert and a few others are happy with their Magimix toasters.
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Post by: JulieO on August 28, 2012, 03:12:36 pm
For anyone looking for a Father's Day pressie, I've ordered this for my DH for his iPad.

(http://static.petersofkensington.com.au//Images/ProductImages/533603-Large.jpg)

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=533603

There's also a quick YouTube vid to see it a bit better.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVpsT_xGBRY

It looks to be really nice leather to protect it and it also doubles as a stand.  I checked with him first and he loves the look of it.  :D
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Post by: mcmich on August 28, 2012, 03:19:52 pm
Very nice Julie. Can't beat leather and great that it is a stand as well.
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Post by: JulieO on August 28, 2012, 04:59:18 pm
Thought it best to get him something like this as he's already got a crack in his screen from dropping it  :-)).  Next time we are in Adelaide will have to take it to get fixed.  :-\
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Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2012, 09:41:56 pm
Quote from: Meagan on August 28, 2012, 03:00:50 pm
Any suggestions for a 4 slice toaster. Ours started smoking and is way too expensive to repair!

Andisenji and I have the magimix but it is only one long slice not two long which is not a problem for us but would be for a family. I would choose the two long slice toaster and I wouldn't spend too much  money on it either. Sometimes the cheapest  is the best. Pity you can' try before you buy.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on August 28, 2012, 09:49:00 pm
we dont have a toaster we just use the sandwich press
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2012, 10:17:22 pm
Julie that looks lie a great present.

DD is still saying she will arrange the present for DH because "he's not your father"! This is the first time in 17 years she's given it any thought - must admit to being nervous.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 29, 2012, 12:01:00 am
Meagan I have a breville platinum 4 slice toaster that I bought from Target. It has a warming rack which pops up so you can reheat pastries, pizza or warm bread rolls. I really like it. Here is a quick, but poor, photo of it (http://img.tapatalk.com/792d6c70-4dbe-e35f.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on August 29, 2012, 12:24:47 am
Looks good Julie if I buy one for DH might get that for his birthday in OCtober
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2012, 12:31:22 am
I have one similar to that leather jackets for my iPad Julie - my SIL in Melbourne bought it back from the States at some stage, must have had a spare one at home as he sent it over very quickly when he saw I didn't have one.
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Post by: Yvette on August 29, 2012, 12:35:06 am
Do you like it Judy?
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Post by: gertbysea on August 29, 2012, 12:41:32 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on August 29, 2012, 12:01:00 am
Meagan I have a breville platinum 4 slice toaster that I bought from Target. It has a warming rack which pops up so you can reheat pastries, pizza or warm bread rolls. I really like it. Here is a quick, but poor, photo of it (http://img.tapatalk.com/792d6c70-4dbe-e35f.jpg)

I have had that in the past  and quite liked it. The warming thing is good for leftover roll heating.
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2012, 12:43:48 am
Yes Yvette I do.  I makes it a lot thicker so once you get used to that, it's great for protection.  I don't always use the little stand thingy, the iPad doesn't seem to sit in the right position when I am laying in bed ( :-))) but if I am sitting up it is OK.
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Post by: Yvette on August 29, 2012, 12:54:12 am
Thanks Judy that's good to know  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2012, 02:31:23 am
Those iPad 'bean bags' would be good for sitting in bed.
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Post by: Meagan on August 29, 2012, 02:51:05 am
Thanks for your thoughts!  I will head out today and try to find something. I am pretty over using the grill to toast bread. We had a kitchen aid toaster which wasn't cheap. Cost $40 to get a quote for repair at total of 225  :o so yeah don't think I will be getting it fixed and fairly po'd about paying $40 for someone to spend 2 mins looking at it.........
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Post by: Wonder on August 29, 2012, 03:00:24 am
meagan, we had a kitchen aid toaster also and it was the worst toaster we ever had ended up selling it for next to nothing at a garage sale.
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Post by: KarenH on August 29, 2012, 03:12:57 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 15, 2012, 12:39:18 pm
This is a bargain from Peters

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Catalog/EntryInfo.aspx?ec=935049

Gert

I succumbed to Gert's temptation and bought this ........

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Post by: obbie on August 29, 2012, 03:34:38 am
POK had wine glasses on sale yesterday
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Post by: gertbysea on August 29, 2012, 04:28:28 am
I am staying away from this thread from now on........maybe.

Gert
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Post by: KarenH on August 29, 2012, 05:00:22 am
Now I just need to learn how to use the pasta maker, and get some good recipes!

Gert - dont stay away - I love your posts on this thread!
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Post by: medusa on August 29, 2012, 05:14:06 am
I got the party pie maker yesterday from Myers. Not bad free postage and ordered on Friday delivered to the west on Tuesday.
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Post by: obbie on August 29, 2012, 06:40:52 am
I saw the mini pie maker last week, will get it this week. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2012, 07:12:30 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb69921-b287-2582.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cb69921-b2b2-b078.jpg)
I had to go out this morning and there was a 'Kitchen Witch' shop nearby. What can I say!

The basin will be perfect for steamed puddings in the varoma with no leftovers. They had all sizes. Will definitely be going back.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 29, 2012, 07:19:01 am
Cookie is the flat wood spatula a butter press??
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Post by: fundj&e on August 29, 2012, 07:21:45 am
could be to shape gnocchi AB
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Post by: mcmich on August 29, 2012, 07:37:34 am
Bought a Nespresso Pixie in red for stepdaughters to give DH for Fathers Day.
They wanted to get the $79.00 one from Harvey Norman but they had run out so we upgraded. They will give me the money they would have spent and my children will chip in too.

I had a very nice coffee at Cookies from her Nespresso but don't know which pod it was.
Now I get some smart new coffee cups to go with it. ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2012, 08:41:37 am
It is a gnocchi thing a ma jig. I would like to use it for butter but I think it would break.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 29, 2012, 12:44:08 pm
HUM.  never made gnocchi, what do you do...???????????
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Post by: Meagan on August 29, 2012, 02:47:53 pm
Well I ended up buying a toaster for 39$ from target half price. Nothing fancy but will do the job till it dies! I also bought the pie maker from Myers, a cordless drill I have been wanting one for ages! And a trolley for my washing basket ( we have an old hills hoist at our new house and it is miles from the laundry  ;D)
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Post by: Meagan on August 29, 2012, 02:49:40 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on August 29, 2012, 12:44:08 pm
HUM.  never made gnocchi, what do you do...???????????

You roll the gnocchi on it using your finger and it gets little ridges which makes the sauce stick to the gnocchi.
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Post by: KarenH on August 30, 2012, 03:41:26 am
I was browsing Fishpond, looking for Fathers Day presents, when I found this rather unusual cookbook.  I wouldnt have thought there would be anything very fancy in there though  ;) and probably nothing TMX  :D
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Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 04:39:06 am
Might be full of great budget meals :)


Well today my Suzanne Gibbs PC book arrived, fantastic, biut now I have no PC!! Its up in Balcatta being looked at :( i hoped they would just swap it iver being so new, but no.

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on August 30, 2012, 04:40:38 am
Never mind just keep annoying them and hopefully you will get a new one  ;)
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Post by: obbie on August 30, 2012, 04:42:01 am
It would have been easier just to swap it..
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Post by: Wonder on August 30, 2012, 04:45:39 am
I had the same problem with my 5 in 1 Hally. i'm pretty sure if it's faulty they legally have to replace or give you your money back but I'm yet to hear back from the manager - that reminds me I should ring again today and try and get her.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 30, 2012, 04:59:28 am
Love the cookbook.

Hally and Wonder I hope you get your machines back soon.
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Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 05:05:24 am
So do I, maybe I should  have been more forceful. Received it July 13th, so its only about 6 weeks old.

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on August 30, 2012, 05:06:48 am
Be more forceful Hally you don't usually get anywhere being nice. I start off being nice then have to get more assertive it's amazing how it can work
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Post by: nazar on August 30, 2012, 06:19:23 am
what shop did you buy your pc from hallex
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 30, 2012, 06:46:02 am
We had that problem with a dvd recorder after it was fixed twice under warranty I had had enough so took it back to myer and they just replaced it for me,I should of done that in the first place  :-))

We bought DH an esky, slippers and a fishing stool
My dad and FIL a book and some aftershave
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 07:19:46 am
I bought the pc from  kitchenware direct on line. I had to personally take it to Cuisiearts repairer. The downside of buying on line :(

H :(
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Post by: goldfish on August 30, 2012, 07:38:02 am
Quote from: Halex on August 30, 2012, 07:19:46 am
I bought the pc from  kitchenware direct on line. I had to personally take it to Cuisiearts repairer. The downside of buying on line :(

H :(

H . . .Have you left a product review yet?
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Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 07:42:11 am
Bwaaaaaaa. I finally got around to ordering a cake snake and they are all out.

I am not here.
Gert
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Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 07:42:40 am
Quote from: goldfish on August 30, 2012, 07:38:02 am
Quote from: Halex on August 30, 2012, 07:19:46 am
I bought the pc from  kitchenware direct on line. I had to personally take it to Cuisiearts repairer. The downside of buying on line :(

H :(

H . . .Have you left a product review yet?


Where???
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Post by: obbie on August 30, 2012, 07:44:36 am
I like the look of a cake snake Gert... :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 07:58:07 am
I am not posting this.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=270

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on August 30, 2012, 08:21:21 am
What's a cake snake?
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Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 08:34:01 am
Quote from: mcmich on August 30, 2012, 08:21:21 am
What's a cake snake?
http://cakesnake.com/about.html
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Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 08:36:25 am
Gert love the Nigella, might but the cake do e for $99, been looking for a nice one for a while :)
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Post by: maddy on August 30, 2012, 08:45:07 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 08:34:01 am
Quote from: mcmich on August 30, 2012, 08:21:21 am
What's a cake snake?
http://cakesnake.com/about.html

Who's the lucky girl to have the cupboard space to fit a cake snake!....jealous I am  :P
I'm in the process of sorting out all my bake ware.....so the space where the book piles were, is now going to be storage boxes  for the cake tins....I'm gonna need at least 3 boxes  :-\
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Post by: sue_purrb on August 30, 2012, 09:06:12 am
I've just ordered a cake snake, and it's all Gert's fault!  :)

It'll be all thanks to Gert, though, when I can actually get things out of my baking cupboard without causing an avalanche!  :D

Sue
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Post by: judydawn on August 30, 2012, 09:08:26 am
I wonder if there was a run on snakecakes after Amanda wrote about it on her blog. (http://www.lambsearsandhoney.com/2012/08/how-the-cakesnake-changed-my-life-win-one-for-yourself/)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 30, 2012, 10:07:53 am
I really didn't need to see that cake snake, now I'm just going to have to forget that I did!

Bought a red cover for my iPad
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Post by: Emme on August 30, 2012, 10:10:38 am

I'm really trying not to look at this thread.   I really am trying not to look. 
Failed again!!!!!!

Marie  ;D  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 10:17:17 am
I never look at this thread.

Gert
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 30, 2012, 10:34:31 am
Thanks Megan for the Gnocchi tip.   I bought two massive tool box's for the back of my Rodeo, love them, my DS just finished attaching them for me. Now I will have to get up early and fill them....
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Post by: nazar on August 30, 2012, 12:01:27 pm
Quote from: Halex on August 30, 2012, 07:19:46 am
I bought the pc from  kitchenware direct on line. I had to personally take it to Cuisiearts repairer. The downside of buying on line :(

H :(

good luck with kitchen ware direct online store with your pc l had so much trouble with them that l wont buy of them any more

now l wait and go to big w or kmart had no problem with returning stuff there as long as l have my recipe and ring and tell them straight away
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Post by: Tasty on August 30, 2012, 03:01:11 pm
The cake snake is quite expensive at $40 when you can get a plate rack for ~$6 from Spotlight that does practically the same thing...don't you think??

Also, I have had very good experiences with Kitchenware Direct - if something arrives broken by mistake. Are you sure they won't handle it themselves as usually they have very good customer service Hally?

As for product review - you can review it on the site under the product.

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Post by: keiramax on August 30, 2012, 10:19:57 pm
The cake snake

(http://)

believe it or not but it is an actual cake.
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Post by: Halex on August 30, 2012, 10:34:03 pm
Tasty, I rang them they told me to deal directly with repair crowd which is what I did. So will just wait & see what they say, it has put me off buying on line. If I had bought it from a store I would just deal with them.

H :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 10:42:04 pm
Quote from: keiramax on August 30, 2012, 10:19:57 pm
The cake snake

(http://)

believe it or not but it is an actual cake.

Very realistic and clever.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 31, 2012, 01:22:43 am
That cake is ideal for people on a diet. I would not go near it.
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Post by: obbie on August 31, 2012, 01:24:58 am
costumes for my kids last night for the school fancy dress next week, quicker than making them.
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Post by: andiesenji on August 31, 2012, 01:34:03 am
Quote from: keiramax on August 30, 2012, 10:19:57 pm
The cake snake

(http://)

believe it or not but it is an actual cake.

Someone posted that on my facebook page a couple of weeks ago.  Gave me the creeps...
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Post by: KarenH on August 31, 2012, 01:43:03 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 31, 2012, 01:22:43 am
That cake is ideal for people on a diet. I would not go near it.


Me too CP .......... spiders, cockroaches, rats, mice, lizards I can handle - but snakes have me screaming and screeching and crying lke a baby.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 31, 2012, 01:53:04 am
Quote from: KarenH on August 31, 2012, 01:43:03 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 31, 2012, 01:22:43 am
That cake is ideal for people on a diet. I would not go near it.


Me too CP .......... spiders, cockroaches, rats, mice, lizards I can handle - but snakes have me screaming and screeching and crying lke a baby.

You would not have coped with the massive spider I  HEARD  at 0200. Thew my shoe at it and missed. had to chase it up the wall to whack it. Felt bad as I could have chased it outside but.......

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on August 31, 2012, 01:54:39 am
That would have been funny Gert as you probably were naked haha

We had a smell in our house and got the pest guys to have a look and it was a dead rat under the house yewwww
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Post by: gertbysea on August 31, 2012, 02:00:00 am
Oh yeah it is not a good  look with all them hanging bits a swinging around.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on August 31, 2012, 02:18:00 am
Quote from: KarenH on August 31, 2012, 01:43:03 am
Me too CP .......... spiders, cockroaches, rats, mice, lizards I can handle - but snakes have me screaming and screeching and crying lke a baby.

I pity the snake that comes eye to eye with you Karen, you'd frighten the life out of it  ;D  Mind you, I'd probably join in with you ;)
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Post by: KarenH on August 31, 2012, 02:53:40 am
A couple of years ago I came face to face with a very large brown snake in our rose garden.  I saw our 2 cats outside playing together chasing something, and thought "oh how cute, the cats are playing together and not fighting", until I realised they were taunting a snake.  I ran over, grabbed them both by the tails, and carried them yowling into the house.  However, I forgot to close the cat-flap, and quick as a flash they were out again and back at the snake.  So I hauled them away again, and locked them in the house.  DH was at work, and all the time I was crying and cussing at him for DARING to be at work when I needed him.  

Anyway, once the cats were safe, I got an axe out of the shed, hoping to bisect the snake and at least kill it quickly.  I was secretly hoping it would run away while I was in the shed, but it just slithered closer to the house.  I soon realised that the axe handle was WAY to short, and I would have to get really close to the snake to be able to use the axe ...... so, still sobbing, I ran back to the shed and got the long handled rake.  I stood as far away as I possible could, held the rake with my fingertips right on the very end, bent forwards and tried to whack the snake.  Being that far away and with a handle that long, I couldnt get much force behind the swing, and it was a pathetic little whack that missed.  The snake charged straight for me, and I screamed the neighbourhood down and belted the thing countless times and eventually killed it.  I used the rake head to pick it up and put it in the bin.  When DH came home, I made him check the bin to make sure it was totally dead, (he got it out and handled it with bare hands eeeek) and then I refused to put anything else into the bin until the next bin collection day.  
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 31, 2012, 03:06:26 am
That's a great story Karen and your very brave  :)

I had a mouse in the house once and sat on the bar in the games room for 2hrs until DH came home and set some traps to catch it, I don't deal well with anything that moves, another time we had a blue tongue lizard sitting at our front door again I couldn't move until my dad came to remove it from my house  ;D
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Post by: obbie on August 31, 2012, 03:19:56 am
set the mouse traps with peanut paste. works all the time.

We got 4 mice in our office last week at home.
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Post by: judydawn on August 31, 2012, 03:28:07 am
Karen I know who to call if I need to get rid of a snake - loved your story and I think you were very brave to do what you did.  I would have locked myself in the house with the cats but then worried each time I went outside. 

Suzanne I almost peed myself laughing at your antics - I will not be calling you for help LOL
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Post by: Wonder on August 31, 2012, 03:47:52 am
well done Karen, I would be locking myself in the house.
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Post by: keiramax on August 31, 2012, 03:56:36 am
My cat use to bring in the odd bird and let it go in the house.  I'd have to ring my Mum to come to my house and catch it and let it go.  I hate flapping birds.  Can deal with creepy crawleys, mice, lizards etc (definitely not snakes or flapping birds)
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 31, 2012, 04:05:11 am
I don't do nature of any kind
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Post by: Emme on August 31, 2012, 04:12:05 am

Gosh, I am sitting here at the computer with my feet up off the floor just reading about all this,  I can't cope with snakes.  I do have 4 mousetraps set with peanut butter downstairs where my bulk supplies are stored.  So far, have not caught any but will keep them set just in case.


Marie
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Post by: obbie on August 31, 2012, 04:14:51 am
Marie, we got 4 mice in about 2 hours, none since then, but 1 trap is set.

I hate snakes too.
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Post by: Delightful Den on August 31, 2012, 04:23:04 am
I went to hang some baling twine up on a hook in the hay shed one day and just as my hand was almost too the hook I saw the king brown sitting on the piece of wood the hook was screwed into. It was about 1.5 metres off the ground. I jumped out of the shed then realised I had to get the snake out of the shed.

I grabbed a big fencing bar and tried to spear the snake with it.  All I managed to do was punch a hole in the wall and knock the snake to the floor. I kept trying to kill it with the bar but kept missing. Eventually it annoyed it enough that it left.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 31, 2012, 06:43:05 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 30, 2012, 10:07:53 am
I really didn't need to see that cake snake, now I'm just going to have to forget that I did!

Bought a red cover for my iPad

I have a red cover on mine. I love it.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 31, 2012, 06:53:43 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 31, 2012, 02:00:00 am
Oh yeah it is not a good  look with all them hanging bits a swinging around.

Gert

.............and that is only the rats and spider.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 31, 2012, 07:10:05 am
Quote from: cookie1 on August 31, 2012, 06:43:05 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 30, 2012, 10:07:53 am
I really didn't need to see that cake snake, now I'm just going to have to forget that I did!

Bought a red cover for my iPad

I have a red cover on mine. I love it.

I worked my red one to death. Now I have a black one.

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Post by: maddy on August 31, 2012, 09:26:44 am
Soniq 40" Full HD Smart LED LCD TV, for DD's Birthday on Tuesday

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/58c79ae13e175a3c5410c81158b19b98.jpg)

My Brother is buying her a Sony blue ray player, so picked up these as well

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f4ef4f4001fbb0019e879ee7550e3109.jpg)


(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4cf4a37fe081cafac548b7634caee45b.jpg)

And ore-ordered the next  sims insatallment that comes out 2 days after her Birthday

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bd704738213d4542c00742477a624858.jpg)

......she's so not a girly-girl like her Mum  :P



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Post by: Yvette on August 31, 2012, 11:21:27 am
Lucky girl Maddy
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Post by: maddy on August 31, 2012, 11:43:25 am
Quote from: Yvette on August 31, 2012, 11:21:27 am
Lucky girl Maddy

really, I'm the lucky one  ;) she studies hard, there's never huge dramas, and she only asks me to buy her books....so far, I've had it easy  8)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on August 31, 2012, 02:51:24 pm
got a new pair of Pilates pants from Lululemon, love that shop expensive but worth it for the quality. Bought make up, only need an eye liner but there was one of those spend over a certain amount and get a gift promo so spent far too much and came out with way more that I needed, but hey that is what shopping is all about.  It is my birthday next Monday and DH and DD's are in England so thought I deserved to shop.
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Post by: andiesenji on August 31, 2012, 11:31:10 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 31, 2012, 02:18:00 am
Quote from: KarenH on August 31, 2012, 01:43:03 am
Me too CP .......... spiders, cockroaches, rats, mice, lizards I can handle - but snakes have me screaming and screeching and crying lke a baby.

I pity the snake that comes eye to eye with you Karen, you'd frighten the life out of it  ;D  Mind you, I'd probably join in with you ;)

I kill the rattlesnakes (Mojave green the deadliest snake in this part of the U.S.) with a garden hoe.  I have one with a 6-foot handle and I keep it very, very sharp.  It usually takes just one blow to take the head off.  One of my neighbors comes and collects the carcase as he skins them and makes belts from the skins. 
The skins are beautifully patterned. (http://www.californiaherps.com/snakes/pages/c.s.scutulatus.html)  The belts sell for quite a lot.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 01, 2012, 12:42:31 am
I saw a newley deaded Taipan on the highway. Yum fresh road kill.

The pesky rat will be having a headache today. In his encounter with the peanut butter  laden trap last night he suffered an injury of some sort and there is some blood on the pavers.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on September 01, 2012, 02:49:33 am
today the kids got lego, and a remote control helicopter, DVD, a book, pillow toy.
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Post by: Decadent Dot on September 01, 2012, 06:29:43 am
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I kill the rattlesnakes (Mojave green the deadliest snake in this part of the U.S.) with a garden hoe.  I have one with a 6-foot handle and I keep it very, very sharp.  It usually takes just one blow to take the head off.

Aghh!  There is a good thing about England and that it that we rarely see anything that can kill. A pidgeon has died in my garden yesterday and I (being a wimp about such things) am wondering how to get rid of it. I got the spade out of the shed and that's about as far as I have got.
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Post by: obbie on September 01, 2012, 07:12:44 am
Dot, we have mice, rats, bandicoots, snakes, lizards, iguanas, lots of things.

Lots of nice native birds, parrots too. :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 01, 2012, 07:40:42 am
Bought my DH an ipad for fathers day oh and some hankies  :-))
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Post by: KarenH on September 01, 2012, 08:04:45 am
OMG andie - you are so brave to kill a snake like that with a hoe!   After my last snake encounter, I wondered about stocking up on some hand grenades or something that I could throw from a safe distance  ;D
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Post by: maddy on September 01, 2012, 08:18:55 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b21e8304cc9ab3b378d353bdec654ccd.jpg)

1000w Breville blender....not for me  :P my Dads Fathers day present....the ancient one he was borrowing blew up...he uses it for all the sauces he makes....luckily I remembered as I had nothing for him yet   :P
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Post by: Wonder on September 01, 2012, 08:27:17 am
Greyhoundmum, not sure where you are located but lululemon have an outlet shopping Collingwood Melbourne. I love there stuff and where it to death but always get it at the outlet these days.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2012, 08:32:26 am
Quote from: Decadent Dot on September 01, 2012, 06:29:43 am
Aghh!  There is a good thing about England and that it that we rarely see anything that can kill. A pidgeon has died in my garden yesterday and I (being a wimp about such things) am wondering how to get rid of it. I got the spade out of the shed and that's about as far as I have got.

Nice to see you posting DD.  I found a dead bird recently so used an old pair of tongs to pick it up and put it in a hole I had dug in the garden.  The tongs went in the bin.  We are such whimps aren't we  :D
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Post by: Decadent Dot on September 01, 2012, 08:56:44 am
I do know what you have there Obbie 'cos I used to live in Queensland which had quite a variety of things with faces!
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 01, 2012, 09:16:10 am
Quote from: Wonder on September 01, 2012, 08:27:17 am
Greyhoundmum, not sure where you are located but lululemon have an outlet shopping Collingwood Melbourne. I love there stuff and where it to death but always get it at the outlet these days.
Hi Wonder, jealous!!  I am in Perth so pants cost me $115. I travel a lot with my job but unfortunately not to Melb.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 01, 2012, 09:19:23 am
andI you are brave to get anywhere near a snake with a hoe!  I was driving up north (WA) and came across a massive King Brown in the road.  I stopped for a look and it was alive but had been hit by car and guts were oozing out of body! It was one angry snake!!
LOL how did this thread go from shopping to snakes????   anyone buy a nice snakeskin bag or shoes lately?
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Post by: Wonder on September 01, 2012, 10:14:43 am
That's such a shame greyhoundmum. They don't have the stock that's in the shop and it just depends on the day you go in but the stock changes regularly and their 3/4 running pants which I paid $115 full price I can now get for $69. I've even bought some things for DD their when they have been marked down even further. I have to stop myself going in there because I  love everything but only wear the gear when I'm actually working out so it's a waste to have too much.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 01, 2012, 10:32:39 am
I bought a no name slow cooker from C*les today for $19. Worth a go at that price. Then I bought a WW slowing cooking 2 book and am making some French Onion lamb cutlets for tomorrow.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 01, 2012, 10:41:42 am
A stove top one CP?
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Post by: Wonder on September 01, 2012, 01:57:11 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/dced0921-0659-1dad.jpg)A jam bag to use for straining yoghurt. Just happened to see it in wheel and barrow wheni was looking at cake stands. Tried it with the yoghurt I made yesterday and it's quite good. The yoghurt is great, very smooth and creamy just like bought Greek yoghurt, DD will have no idea I made it.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 02, 2012, 12:08:56 am
Thanks for posting that Wonder, I'm going to look for one it will be good for Almond milk too, can you buy new bags for them although I suppose the bag is the main part the frame isn't much.
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 02, 2012, 12:19:42 am
I can buy new bags for minor AB - we use it for almond milk too :)
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Post by: Halex on September 02, 2012, 01:14:47 am
Just ordered 2 sets of the works from Helene.

I was given a scrubbie on the retreat w/e by Helene, Judy kindly sent me a brush & spatula. Fantastic, thanks  JD & Helene.

Bought 1 pack for me & 1 for a present.

Love them

H :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2012, 01:57:02 am
Quote from: fundj on September 01, 2012, 10:41:42 am
A stove top one CP?

no a plug in electrical one. 6.5 litre capacity
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Post by: Meagan on September 02, 2012, 02:44:50 am
Quote from: Halex on September 02, 2012, 01:14:47 am
Just ordered 2 sets of the works from Helene.

I was given a scrubbie on the retreat w/e by Helene, Judy kindly sent me a brush & spatula. Fantastic, thanks  JD & Helene.

Bought 1 pack for me & 1 for a present.

Love them

H :)

H hi, brushes are back in stock.
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Post by: andiesenji on September 02, 2012, 09:03:26 pm
If you sew or know someone who has a sewing machine, you can buy extremely fine  nylon tulle  and make it into bags  for draining cheeses or yogurt.

I have three and if I need to drain yogurt rapidly, I ladle equal amounts into the three bags, fasten them tightly, tied with string and arrange them evenly around the inside of my salad spinner and pump the spinner about ten times.
That process extracts a lot of liquid and produces a very firm yogurt or cream cheese - I also use it to extract the whey from homemade cottage cheese when I need to use it for cheesecakes and it has to be fairly dry.

Tulle is the stuff used for veiling and some is more open weave but some is woven extremely fine so will release liquid but absolutely no solids.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 02, 2012, 09:18:08 pm
love the salad spinner idea thanks andi
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Post by: Wonder on September 02, 2012, 11:49:21 pm
Thanks Andie, I have to get my machine out in a few weeks so might get some of the fabric and make extra bags when it's out. It's a very simple pattern. Great tip about the salad spinner.
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Post by: Halex on September 03, 2012, 12:00:52 am
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H, brushes are back in stock.

Thanks Megan, will order.

H :)
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Post by: mab19 on September 03, 2012, 12:34:26 am
Quote from: andiesenji on September 02, 2012, 09:03:26 pm
If you sew or know someone who has a sewing machine, you can buy extremely fine  nylon tulle  and make it into bags  for draining cheeses or yogurt.

I have three and if I need to drain yogurt rapidly, I ladle equal amounts into the three bags, fasten them tightly, tied with string and arrange them evenly around the inside of my salad spinner and pump the spinner about ten times.
That process extracts a lot of liquid and produces a very firm yogurt or cream cheese - I also use it to extract the whey from homemade cottage cheese when I need to use it for cheesecakes and it has to be fairly dry.

Tulle is the stuff used for veiling and some is more open weave but some is woven extremely fine so will release liquid but absolutely no solids.

I think the fine tulle is called wedding tulle, used for veils etc.
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Post by: Nikkit on September 03, 2012, 04:02:25 am
I know I'm a bit behind but can I add my snake story too??
When I was about 10 we had a rather big dugite snacking on Mum's chickens she had hatched and she was not impressed. She caught it in the act one day having morning tea, so (tried) to hit it with a star picket as it slithered over a piece of railway iron. Not a good move as Mum missed and vibrated for a fair while as the snake made his escape.
My brother and I were sent down to the house with strict instructions "get the b....y shotgun and a few rounds, I'll get the b....d and he won't eat any more of my chickens". While we were getting the gun, Mum had followed the snake still trying to kill it with the star picket (and not succeeding!) until she cornered it in the machinery shed. It was trying to slither up the wall and was fairly cranky with Mum now hissing and carrying on. Mum was pretty cranky herself and a bit red in the face, and I think I even learned a new word or two. We gave her the shotgun and perched ourselves on top of the old combine ready to watch the show. Mum loaded the gun and shot the bejezus out of the snake, AND the corner of the machinery shed.
Quite happy with her kill she then picked it up by the tail and took it to show my Dad who was working on the header in another shed. Now Dad didn't like snakes at all, and as Mum came round the corner of the shed brandishing a very large dead snake and a smoking shotgun, Dad's eyes grew pretty darned big and I have never seen him move so fast - he was up the top of the header before we could blink and he didn't use the ladder! He didn't say a whole lot until Mum asked him if he would please come down and help her skin the snake so she could tan it and make a wallet for my brother.
Well I think I learned a few more new words from Dad and I recall something about snakes and shotguns being put in uncomfortable places and finally "no I will not help you skin the snake". Mum, my brother and I trundled off out of the shed with Mum saying "well kids, looks like we'll do this ourselves. Oh - and don't tell your Dad about the corner of the shed just yet."
My brother still has his snake skin wallet!
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Post by: gertbysea on September 03, 2012, 04:15:08 am
Nikkit it is never too late for a good story and that was a great story told well. Love it.

Gert
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 03, 2012, 04:21:54 am
Second that.... :D ;) ;D
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Post by: Nikkit on September 03, 2012, 04:49:34 am
Thanks Gert and Aussie Brenda.
Brings back some funny memories.  I have another story about ants, but might put it in the Happy Thread (it still makes me laugh) so I don't hijack the Shopping one.
 ;D
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Post by: goldfish on September 03, 2012, 04:51:11 am
Nikkit - thanks for a great story . . brightened up my day no end!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on September 03, 2012, 04:58:51 am
Nikkit great story and  a very brave mum  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 03, 2012, 06:05:36 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on September 01, 2012, 09:19:23 am
andI you are brave to get anywhere near a snake with a hoe!  I was driving up north (WA) and came across a massive King Brown in the road.  I stopped for a look and it was alive but had been hit by car and guts were oozing out of body! It was one angry snake!!
LOL how did this thread go from shopping to snakes????   anyone buy a nice snakeskin bag or shoes lately?

I bought some snakeskin shoes in Singapore last trip, does that count?
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Post by: nazar on September 03, 2012, 03:14:25 pm
l love that story nikkit l was laughing the whole way through  that l just had to read the happy thread to find out  about the ants
 and OH MANNN  that must of hurt and l can understand your pain
 l had 4 ants get in to my socks out in the bush when l had work boots on and l was trying to undo the laces quicky as they were biting me l cant imagine the pain of so many ants biting you . you must of been sore for days .
 its never too late for a good story
my husband came out from the bedroom and wondered why l was laughing so much so l told him and he was laughing too
you can laugh now but at the time l bet you just wanted the ants off
 thanks for two great storys
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Post by: Jamberie on September 04, 2012, 01:29:42 pm
I had to share that story too as I was laughing so much! -thanks for the giggle   ;D

I just bought an extra bowl & blade set & the Indian Cookbook  :)
(I'm now sitting down after my varoma demo where I was able to purchase the bowl set for half price) happy happy happy  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 05, 2012, 01:19:41 am
You told that story so well. I like your mum's style nikkit! what a family treasure that wallet is  :D
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Post by: obbie on September 05, 2012, 01:56:51 am
I have eel skin wallets.. very nice :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 02:25:01 am
I just bought a sting ray skin wallet  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 05, 2012, 07:49:54 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 02:25:01 am
I just bought a sting ray skin wallet  :)

Will you think of Steve Irwin when you use it?

Gert
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 11:13:47 am
Thought of him when I ordered it. Think of him regularly as we have a stingray who comes into the canals where we have our holiday home. He comes right up to our jetty and then swims away. If we tap on the jetty he comes back. Dolphins are regulars there also.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 05, 2012, 11:19:39 am
How lovely. When we had a boat on Pittwater in Sydney we used to see dolphins and  once a seal.  Penguins used to sit on the marlin board and pelicans came for breakfast.

Gert
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 12:08:48 pm
What a beautiful place Gert. Haven't spent too much time in Sydney but one of the most beautiful harbors in the world.  Aren't we all so lucky to live in this wonderful country?  We are from Scotland but have lived here since 1981. We have no regrets and our children don't want to live anywhere else. We live on the ocean as I think  you do and every day it's different. Occasionally see whales migrating and dolphins  often in sight. Haven't been to Cairns but DH has. He loved it so we need to get there sometime soon. We have friends who have a home there.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 05, 2012, 12:24:56 pm
Sydney is certainly a beautiful city and it was wonderful living by the water there and I  miss that. Here we do not live by the sea, well a couple of kilometres away but we do live in a rainforest with a creek behind the house. We have a lot more freedom of movement and it is a city of only about  130,000 and it is  tropical. I really hate the cold . I love the heat,  humidity and living outdoors all years around.

This is certainly an huge country with a diverse climate. Some love the bush and some love the cities.  I think I have the best of both worlds.

Gert
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 01:15:52 pm
Sounds like you certainly have the best of both worlds. I just assumed you lived by the sea because of your forum name but the rainforest and creek sound awesome.  We used to have a holiday home at Laguna Quays golf resort near Airlie Beach for about 5 years from the late nineties. We loved it and our business partner had the house next door so we could use both homes and take the whole family as could he. We had great times there and like you I love heat and humidity so I was in heaven.
One day we will get to Cairns. I don't mind cold so long as I have suitable clothes but hate cold winds. Love South Island of NZ and go there regularly but just wear suitable clothing and it's picture perfect. Scenery spectacular. My two sons there now ski-ing. Hope you enjoyed Margaret River  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 05, 2012, 10:07:48 pm
I woul love to get to the South Island  but only in the summer!

My name comes from the National,Anthem  Girt by sea. For some reason my kids have always called be Gert.

Morning everyone.
Gert
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Post by: Jude59 on September 05, 2012, 10:34:04 pm
I am from the south island of NZ originally. We go back regularly and always fly into queenstown and start with a few days there. The south island is very beautiful.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 05, 2012, 11:39:36 pm
The south island is stunning Jude. We love it. :)

Our two sons are there at the moment.
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2012, 12:46:28 am
I want to go on a holiday :) :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 01:07:07 am
You can't Robyn you have to save for your HMP  :D
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2012, 01:29:46 am
I know Yvette, only dreaming.

Wish there was another distributor in Cairns.... for HMP.

I just bought 6 aluminum cake tins from ebay. :)$0.99 plus $9 postage
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 06, 2012, 02:18:00 am
Bargain Obbie  :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 03:01:36 am
Great price Robyn
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Post by: jakodai on September 06, 2012, 06:45:01 am
Well, my washing machine died the other day - Iwas kind of relieved. When I moved into my apartment, I had to give my clothes dryer away as I didn't have room for it, or ventilation. I've wanted a combo washer/dryer but couldn't bring myself to replace of my washing machine while it was still working, so I've been going to a laundromat in St Kilda (about 20 minute drive from my apartment courtesy of DS' dad) once a week or so to try my towels and sheets as my apartment is too damp for these items to dry on the hoist without getting that mouldy smell. I now have one of these:

(http://www.thegoodguys.com.au/wcsstore/TGGCAS/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&noSaveAs=1&dDocName=50006210_0&Rendition=FullImage)

It's going to make such a different to not have to plan the washing of my towels/tea towels/sheets. I can just wash them when they need to be washed!
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Post by: gertbysea on September 06, 2012, 06:50:36 am
Well,that is just lovely. How long is the cycle for wash and. Dry?

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 07:02:20 am
Have fun with it
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Post by: jakodai on September 06, 2012, 07:02:38 am
VERY long! I put a load of tea towels on, for a full wash, including pre-wash and dry and it said 4 hours. I haven't timed it, but it's just finsihed it's wash, which was 2 hours and now it's started drying it says 1 hour. It's a condenser dryer as opposed to a traditional dryer so it takes longer. Apparently it doesn't dry as thoroughly as a traditional dryer, but I don't know yet - I'll have to wait and see. So far I'm happy with it. It seems very thorough, and lot's of suds from a small amount of washing detergent, too. My old washing machine virtually never sudsed up. But this uses a lot less water, too, so I guess that's why.
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 07:08:39 am
4 hours seem like a very long time
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Post by: gertbysea on September 06, 2012, 07:16:27 am
That would drive me nuts. I like my  washing  done, dried and back in the cupboard  within 2 hours. I hate it  when I forget and leave it in the washing machine.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 07:18:29 am
Yes especially if you have a few loads to do it would take forever
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Post by: jakodai on September 06, 2012, 07:35:00 am
That was the longest load, with pre-wash and drying. There are shorter loads, I just need to experiment with how they all work. I have heard that front loader washing machines take much longer to go through a cycle than top-loaders.
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Post by: Yvette on September 06, 2012, 07:36:10 am
Yes I have a top loader and a load takes about 45 minutes
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Post by: jakodai on September 06, 2012, 07:41:23 am
That's what I'm used to too. There's a 15 minute quick wash if I'm desperate, but to be honest the time doesn't bother me too much. It's only me & DS, so I don't have to do a whole lot of washing, normally only 2 loads of clothes a week. The sheets get washed every 1 -2 weeks, and towels every week. I'm normally pretty organised, I'll just have to make sure I stay that way when it comes to the stuff that needs to be dried.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 06, 2012, 08:59:30 am
I have a front loader and they definately take a lot lot longer! One of the thigs I find works well is to use the timer function so that the first load starts in the early hours of the morning so is ready to hang out when I get up.
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Post by: Halex on September 06, 2012, 09:28:00 am
Mainly concentrated on dh & ds today. I did buy 1 3/4 trousers & 2 tops & a cardi for me. Need shoes ;D plus plus ;D ;D

Bought dh 2 pairs of shoes, belt, t-shirts, & nibbles from. M&S. Ds got a ton of gap clothes. We took our passports so we get the tax back, so far over $50 to collect atthe airport :). We also bought a bottle of wine, paid $20 for a glass of cheap aus wine at lunch.

We are staying in the Rome Suite, its very luxurious, 2 toilets, huge sleigh  bed,, living & dining areas,we have a butler too. We were upgraded ;D :D ;D

Of to the club lounge for drinks & nibbles,then dinner.

Vivacity for shopping tomorrow & Marina Bay Sands which has the most amazing Louis Vutton store, i have been told :)

H :)
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Post by: dede on September 06, 2012, 10:09:22 am
The coffee maker I brought DH for fathers day has been a real hit. It's so easy to use, the kids have even worked it out to make them self a hot chocolate. Although milk consumption in this house has definitely gone up. Be glad when the novelty wears off a bit :D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 06, 2012, 10:46:43 am
Hally there is the very best LV store out the front of the Ion shopping centre. They are really friendly. A great one near Takoshimaya too.
Have fun.
 I love the washing machine. When we first got our front loader the time taken shocked us, but you soon learn to work round it.
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Post by: Halex on September 06, 2012, 11:53:05 am
Cookie we are just down the road.

Lots to see shopping wise :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 06, 2012, 11:55:31 am
Enjoy it.
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Post by: faffa_70 on September 06, 2012, 12:35:51 pm
Love my front loader. It has a 30 min wash cycle (quick wash) and that is all I ever use :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 06, 2012, 12:37:22 pm
Glad to hear that Kathryn as I intend getting one when my top loader carks it.  I was starting to worry about the length of time others were talking about though ;)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 06, 2012, 02:36:38 pm
I went from top loader to front and back to top again. I prefer the top in all honesty  :o
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 06, 2012, 03:04:32 pm
We have had a front loader for years. We usually use the shortest cycle with the fast wash button on. I still takes about an hour and 20 minutes. I wouldn't change it but DW thinks she would like to go back to a top loader.
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Post by: andiesenji on September 06, 2012, 03:05:37 pm
I got an LG front loader to replace my top loader and I also got it with the pedestal base.  I used to have a lot of problems with my back when pulling heavy wet clothes out of a top loader and with the front loader it is so much easier I'm sorry I didn't switch over years earlier.
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2012, 10:06:33 pm
I have a top loader, good for adding clothes in after its started.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 06, 2012, 10:22:22 pm
Quote from: obbie on September 06, 2012, 10:06:33 pm
I have a top loader, good for adding clothes in after its started.

I agree with that one. Obbie. We also use ours as  the clothes basket. When it is full one of us put it on. We also use the fast wash as  we rarely have really dirty clothes

Gert
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Post by: Emme on September 06, 2012, 10:26:28 pm
Quote from: obbie on September 06, 2012, 10:06:33 pm
I have a top loader, good for adding clothes in after its started.
I also like the top loader, washes and spin dries well.

Marie
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Post by: Wonder on September 06, 2012, 10:37:49 pm
I've always have front loaders and the one we currently have as a very long cycle. We are used to do try and always put a load on at night. We also used to ave one of the ones with the inbuilt dryer and is was great for the occasional time I wanted to dry something but if you dried all your washing that way it would be a long drawn out process.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 07, 2012, 12:12:24 am
Obbie I'm with you, I am always adding that one I forgot.   
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Post by: obbie on September 07, 2012, 12:54:04 am
Yep, especially if you kids, you find clothes in strange places.... :)
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Post by: Halex on September 07, 2012, 01:05:00 am
I have ever only had front loaders, love them, much more gentle on your clothes I believe.

H :)
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Post by: Wonder on September 07, 2012, 01:13:35 am
For those with a local Aldi, there are some good looking baking specials next week.

http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_23340.htm (http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_23340.htm)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 07, 2012, 02:16:13 am
Thanks Wonder, my Aldi is about 25kls away, we are supposed to be getting one next year (can't wait)  I love the silicone piping bag and the cooling racks.  I have bought cheap piping bags but they only last one go...
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Post by: Wonder on September 07, 2012, 04:22:32 am
I just buy the disposable piping bags but thought that set look good value even if just for the piping nozzles.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 07, 2012, 04:58:08 am
I was just in at a kitchen shop in the city when a set of measuring spoons caught my eye - their measurements were: dash, smidge, drop and hint!  They were really cute and I was sorely tempted, but I would never have used them so I left them sitting on the rack for someone else to buy one day.  I just hope my DH appreciates my sacrifice!
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Post by: gertbysea on September 07, 2012, 05:04:13 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/07/ajypuhad.jpg)

Amazon only $5.60

Less than $7

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/07/zere4emy.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on September 07, 2012, 05:20:48 am
I will add to this thread soon.......
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Post by: gertbysea on September 07, 2012, 05:25:01 am
Quote from: obbie on September 07, 2012, 05:20:48 am
I will add to this thread soon.......

Oh o.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 07, 2012, 05:49:54 am
I love my front loader. I can select cycles from about 2 hours down. They always reduce in time as I only wash in cold water. Admittedly I can't put things in that I forget but the clothes just tumble out into the clothes basket. It uses a lot less water too.
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Post by: Jude59 on September 07, 2012, 05:50:01 am
Haha!  Love a woman that doesn't mess around!  Go Obbie!
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Post by: Wonder on September 07, 2012, 06:21:05 am
We are all excited for you Obbie, can't wait to see what you add  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 07, 2012, 06:31:14 am
I know what you are up  to OBBIE! 

Gert
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Post by: Emme on September 07, 2012, 06:40:02 am
Obbie, what are you up to?????

Marie
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Post by: obbie on September 07, 2012, 06:40:41 am
I am waiting for freight prices, more I buy, hopefully the better freight deal..

it has something to do with baking,  but I do have another idea I am toying with too.

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Post by: ElleG on September 07, 2012, 07:10:08 am
Cuilidh, I have the set of spoons with drop, smidgen, pinch, dash and tad  ;D I love them, as they are so cute. I bought them from Green Living Australia when I bought my yogurt cultures.

I do use them when making yogurt, mainly because they are fun  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 07, 2012, 06:15:18 pm
I bought this (http://gro.co.uk/grobag-baby-sleep-bags/little-trikes) today for GS ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on September 07, 2012, 06:24:05 pm
so cute CC
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Post by: Emme on September 07, 2012, 10:03:48 pm
That is cute CC,

Marie  :)
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Post by: obbie on September 07, 2012, 10:36:30 pm
Cute CC.

I bought heaps more tupperware, modular mates.. :D
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Post by: dede on September 07, 2012, 10:37:19 pm
Obbie your pantry must be so organized
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Post by: gertbysea on September 07, 2012, 10:43:24 pm
Like her shop!

Gert
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Post by: KarenH on September 07, 2012, 11:10:09 pm
Obbie, can you post a photo of your pantry?  I love seeing the tupperware organised pantries!  Mine is done mainly with the Decor containers, but I love looking at other peoples pantries (oops - when I first typed that it auto-corrected to say I loved looking a other peoples panties  :o)
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Post by: kt2 on September 07, 2012, 11:24:25 pm
Good pick up Karen!!! That's hilarious!!! :D :D :D :D
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Post by: dede on September 07, 2012, 11:46:30 pm
Lol, now that would of been embarrassing ;D
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Post by: Yvette on September 07, 2012, 11:52:43 pm
Well done Robyn you will be busy now filling all the tupperware. Did you see any of the cassserole dishes on you web travels?
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2012, 12:34:51 am
I'll get the camera from work tomorrow and take a photo.

Just ordered it yesterday. I have heaps of modular mates, but just bought heaps more.

Yvette not yet, but I will keep looking. :)
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Post by: jakodai on September 08, 2012, 01:02:36 am
Mine has a 15 minute cycle, but I think that's a little bit too short, so I'm playing around with it and working out what works best.
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Post by: chrissa on September 08, 2012, 01:10:39 am
My front loader regular cycle is just under 2 hours but I found it was a bit frugal with the water and wasn't happy with the result.

I now use the delicates cycle, it runs 34 mins and uses a bit more water.  Beautiful.
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Post by: consumerate on September 08, 2012, 03:27:32 am
Grabbed the PoK daily deal (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=278) today
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2012, 04:20:36 am
POK great deal... ;D ;D


Maddy, Hally,  Everton has Wilton decorating sets for $299 save $100 this weekend....  ( they look good)

Yvette the casserole dishes are Ultra Pro tupperware.
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Post by: Yvette on September 08, 2012, 04:39:06 am
Yes Robyn I just remembered the name, they are expensive but look good I like that you could make up a family meal and freeze it, then either microwave or put it in the oven and they will not be heavy and clunky like some casserole dishes.
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Post by: Yvette on September 08, 2012, 04:41:18 am
I also bought myself a dresss and 2 tops
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2012, 06:06:40 am
<a href"http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/170904329230?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648>

Pink tupperware modular mates :) :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 08, 2012, 06:15:23 am
Very cute in the pink
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2012, 06:20:00 am
Pink is my favorite color..
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Post by: jakodai on September 08, 2012, 07:56:23 am
LOVE the pink tupperware.

Catch of the Day have a Bench Mixer (http://www.catchoftheday.com.au/smallfish_info.php?products_id=45207) that I wouldn't mind getting. I know it's cheap & probably nasty, but it would only have to last until I could afford to get a Kitchen Aid. I'm just not sure if I should...
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Post by: Yvette on September 08, 2012, 08:17:32 am
Next to my number of posts it says leet - does anyone know what this means?
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Post by: Yvette on September 08, 2012, 08:21:39 am
Don't worry it is fixed now  :)
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Post by: JulieO on September 10, 2012, 07:02:59 am
For the barbie.  :)

(http://rk.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/rk/images/dp/wcm/201221/0064/img72o.jpg)

(http://rk.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/rk/images/dp/wcm/201218/0010/img6o.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on September 10, 2012, 07:06:44 am
That looks good Julie are they the thai fish cakes you did the other night?
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Post by: JulieO on September 10, 2012, 07:14:34 am
Yvette, the photos are from the website where I ordered them from, but I will be able to do the Thai chicken meatballs in them for sure.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on September 10, 2012, 07:17:20 am
Clever.

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 10, 2012, 08:02:27 am
I've just come back from a lovely weekend away with my book club.I had some lovely fresh mullet for lunch at a cafe in Pt Elliot and then we wandered through some shops. I bought a really nice honey and lemon handcream and a black handbag with a removable zippered insert in hot pink. Lucky me!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/10/7e3a2ady.jpg)
My black cat also likes it!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/10/e4ygu4eq.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 10, 2012, 08:04:54 am
 :o and a puddy cat by the looks of it  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on September 10, 2012, 08:29:51 am
Nice buys Sue.
Love your pussy cat, he looks like he's growing a beard.
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Post by: obbie on September 11, 2012, 01:58:37 am
Love the bag and your cat Sue..
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Post by: ElleG on September 11, 2012, 04:16:01 am
Quote from: JulieO on September 10, 2012, 07:02:59 am
For the barbie.  :)

(http://rk.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/rk/images/dp/wcm/201221/0064/img72o.jpg)

(http://rk.wsimgs.com/wsimgs/rk/images/dp/wcm/201218/0010/img6o.jpg)
Julie, what is the meatball thingamajig  called? Love the look of it, haven't seen one before.

Thanks  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on September 11, 2012, 04:40:33 am
Elle, it's called a Meatball grill basket from here:

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/meatball-grill-basket/?pkey=e%7Cmeatball%2Bgrill%2Bbasket%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: ElleG on September 11, 2012, 06:24:14 am
Thanks, Julie. It does look really nice.
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Post by: JulieO on September 11, 2012, 06:29:56 am
Thanks Elle, I think I'll get good use out of both things.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 11, 2012, 08:15:09 am
Just bought a red iPad cover, stylus pen, and 3m re-charging cord for $29 (free shipping in Aus)

http://www.savingsdirect.com.au/ultra-thin-smart-ipad-cover-stylus-pen-3m-charging-cable/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Debbiebillg on September 11, 2012, 02:16:49 pm
For those with Kitchen Aids, Your home depot is having a sale on KA Utensils.  It think they're all $2 but you need to put in coupon code KAUTENSILSSEP201 (I assume at checkout).  It doesn't really tell you much in the email but from what I can gather they are all $2.00.  Don't tell Maddy but there's even pink ones Lol !!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on September 11, 2012, 02:20:18 pm
CP, it looks like my Apple cover; good price.  I've got the grey one.  :)

I must have a look Debbie, thanks for the heads up!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Debbiebillg on September 11, 2012, 02:26:34 pm
JulieO, sorry but they've just sent a correction email. Now it says $3.00 off (and may only apply to the order not individual items), so not much of a bargain !  Their first email was really ambiguous !!

Here are the two diff adverts (the one with $3.00 is the latest corrected !!!)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on September 11, 2012, 02:54:51 pm
That's okay Debbie.  When I checked my emails, I had the $3 off one but not the first one.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 12, 2012, 12:32:17 am
I must look, thanks
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 12, 2012, 02:56:49 am
Quote from: Debbiebillg on September 11, 2012, 02:16:49 pm
For those with Kitchen Aids, Your home depot is having a sale on KA Utensils.  It think they're all $2 but you need to put in coupon code KAUTENSILSSEP201 (I assume at checkout).  It doesn't really tell you much in the email but from what I can gather they are all $2.00.  Don't tell Maddy but there's even pink ones Lol !!

 :D already have them  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 12, 2012, 03:00:48 am
4 boxes delivered to PO Bx :)

Must unwrap :)

Misty Gully
Williams Sonooma
Peters of Kensington

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 12, 2012, 03:21:37 am
Goodie goodie what did you get Hally?
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Post by: obbie on September 12, 2012, 03:26:30 am
What did you buy Hally
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Post by: maddy on September 12, 2012, 03:28:25 am
Quote from: Halex on September 12, 2012, 03:00:48 am
4 boxes delivered to PO Bx :)

Must unwrap :)

Misty Gully
Williams Sonooma
Peters of Kensington

H :)

and we need the pics H!  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 12, 2012, 03:58:12 am
Ok later, must off to see a new born baby boy, my friend had her baby the day we flew to Singapore, so bought him a lovely outfit there ;D

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 12, 2012, 04:09:18 am
Lovely Hally ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 12:57:46 am
The first edition of the cake decorating series....from news agents and I spotted it in Woolies too.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d64b236de162d181315c6c1c8fa87fba.jpg)

The cutters, edible glitter, and cake stand well exceeded the $1.99 first issue price.  zoe Clark is the creator of the first issue.
Regular price is $6.99 per week, and if you subscribe, postage is free, and you also receive these free over a few week period.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/321c1bd1c0341c0cbd1daa6409df1cb8.jpg)

It will be a weekly mag, and each comes issue comes with baking/decorating goodies, and binders along the way.
Thinking I will subscribe for a couple of months, and then assess it....I spend more than that weekly on gossip magazines, so I think I will stop buying those.
Apparently it runs for 90 weeks, so yes, that does all add up.....but you can opt out at any time,  but you have to notify 28 days in advance.
.....thought some of you may be interested  ;)

here's the website
http://www.mycakedecorating.com.au/

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 01:05:37 am
Quote from: maddy on September 13, 2012, 12:57:46 am
The first edition of the cake decorating series...
.....thought some of you may be interested  ;)

here's the website
http://www.mycakedecorating.com.au/

Oh M A D D Y !!!!  Knew I shouldn't have looked here . . .
(but can't access the subscribe area ATM ??? ???  -  maybe just as well!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 13, 2012, 01:09:46 am
$630.09 seems. Lot for that.

Gert ;D :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 01:15:06 am
Quote from: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 01:05:37 am

Oh M A D D Y !!!!  Knew I shouldn't have looked here . . .
(but can't access the subscribe area ATM ??? ???  -  maybe just as well!! ;D ;D

LOL...I'm going to ring to subscribe....with my new online only credit card!!!


Quote from: Gertbysea on September 13, 2012, 01:09:46 am
$630.09 seems. Lot for that.

Gert ;D :-))

I did say it adds up  :P  right up my alley though, and honestly, I would spend more on other crap over 90 weeks  ;D
I'll  be the guinea pig & report back  ;D

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 01:51:24 am
Oh, and Hubby is in Melbourne picking this up now

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/320118241e3d2391aac8832c05b3de30.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on September 13, 2012, 04:27:20 am
the magazine looks good Maddy and I'm sure you will get a lot of benefit out of it. What is the egg thing??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 04:36:58 am
Looks like Maddy likes a lot of eggs for breakfast, Wonder . . . maybe a supersized sunbeam egg cooker . . .  ;) ;D
Seriously though - looks more like an incubator for hatching chicks . . or ducklings :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 04:38:24 am
Incubator, for the Australorps chooks we're going to hatch and sell

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5731e9831c3d6e4f8d6c26719565f511.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 13, 2012, 04:59:42 am
What a handsome bird.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 13, 2012, 05:14:54 am
I have Australorps. They are my favorite chook.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 05:20:06 am
As promised my boxes that arrived yesterday
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/13/6ahuvutu.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/13/bytedyzy.jpg)
H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 05:23:41 am
Very nice Hally
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Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2012, 05:23:43 am
when are you going to try the roaster out H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2012, 05:26:08 am
Is that a gravy jug or something that JO also has...remind me what it does? Love the cupcake corer as well H
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 05:28:43 am
Love the Australorps too, Maddy. They're beautiful birds. We have two - bought young and as purebreds ..but I doubt that - one has a largish comb and has some ginger around her neck.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/13/2egymy4y.jpg)

Lovely natures and good layers- on most days we have 2 eggs.

On a bad day, this is what happens and we can't quite determine who the culprit is.. It's either one of the chooks or blue tongues or.....!! Even blamed one of the dogs once lol. Have thought about rollaway nest boxes... But the ready made ones are expensive...(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/13/abe5ehud.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 13, 2012, 05:29:40 am
Is that Beer roaster, like the recipe where you put a can of opened beer up the rear of a chook.  I sort of remember something like that going around years ago.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 05:31:19 am
Hoping to use the roaster at the weekend :)

CP its a fat seperator, finally bought one, great for gravy & left over casserole juice :)

Yes it is AB :) can do Gerts chicken without tryi g to balance, use in oven or bbq :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2012, 05:34:05 am
Grunge-Free Sponge

can we believe they will last at least 18 months
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 05:38:14 am
I find that hard to believe Uni  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 13, 2012, 05:38:42 am
I have two of those fat separators they are great, sometimes you have to do a little stir near the opening ( I use a knife) while pouring out the liquid as little bits seem to block up the opening.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2012, 05:43:04 am
Quote from: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 05:38:14 am
I find that hard to believe Uni  ;)

i will let you know in 18 months
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 05:43:57 am
Ok it's a date  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2012, 05:48:29 am
Got a camera converter thingy for the iPad off the same site as yesterday. Should make downloading pics off the mobile and camera easier (that's the plan anyway) and also documents as there is a USB port on it. Only $17 so it's worth having a look.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 13, 2012, 05:54:48 am
My huge tupperware order should come soon.

Also ordered a cake pop maker too. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 05:59:33 am
Trying very hard to resist temptation . . .!!!

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/jalapeno-pepper-roaster-non-slip/?pkey=e|unique%2Broasters|23|best|0|1|24||19&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 13, 2012, 06:02:22 am
Resist what is that ;D   just buy it
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Post by: gertbysea on September 13, 2012, 06:03:01 am
I have never seen that before.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 13, 2012, 06:08:32 am
It would be good for barbies..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 06:20:03 am
Quote from: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 05:59:33 am
Trying very hard to resist temptation . . .!!!

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/jalapeno-pepper-roaster-non-slip/?pkey=e|unique%2Broasters|23|best|0|1|24||19&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-

 . . . and this to go along with it . . .  ;D
http://www.amazon.com/Camerons-Products-Chicken-Beeroaster-Deluxe/dp/B001VKYAUY

 "The Shopping Thread Addicts Anonymous" anyone??  :-)) ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on September 13, 2012, 06:27:38 am
just use a ring cake tin for the roaster GF
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 06:37:17 am
Quote from: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 05:59:33 am
Trying very hard to resist temptation . . .!!!

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/jalapeno-pepper-roaster-non-slip/?pkey=e|unique%2Broasters|23|best|0|1|24||19&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-

How cool is that. I think I need one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on September 13, 2012, 06:41:29 am
Maddy By the time you are in chicken production business we might finally be ready to buy some, DH has been clearing up the area this week but still a long way to go and nothing happens quickly in our house.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 06:52:07 am
Swiss diamond casserole pan on special at Robins Nest $120.00.
Also a vegetable spiral thingy and 2 pairs of shoes and some white capri pants.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 06:57:15 am
Looks good Mich I need some shoes for work too must go shoe shopping soon  :)
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Post by: obbie on September 13, 2012, 06:58:03 am
I can't shop for a while, need to save for my HMP. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 07:01:11 am
Quote from: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 06:57:15 am
Looks good Mich I need some shoes for work too must go shoe shopping soon  :)
I love shoe shopping and handbag shopping.
DH calls me Emelda - I have culled a  little though, I got rid of, sold and donated 23 pair of shoes in the 40 bags in forty days challenge. Hasn't made a dent.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 07:01:30 am
You poor thing Robyn  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 07:03:46 am
I don't have many shoes, I find buying shoes tough I like comfortable flats now but even a lot of them are not comfortable  ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 07:06:01 am
Yvette, try Blue Illusion they have a lovely new range out. I tried to buy a couple of pair there but the only start and 37 and I need 36.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 07:13:30 am
Mich is that a shop or brand I have never heard of it
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Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 07:19:26 am
Gorgeous birds aren't they Dash& goldfish!
The first lot we hatched from a borrowed incubator, will be staying....they're just like one of the dogs now  :). the kids even hand feed them, and DD often has one in her arms.  
goldfish....our dogs eat the eggs too, so we have to collect before they are let out.  
The chooks have occasionally pecked the eggs, but hubby then adds more grit to their diet.

Wonder, it will also make you feel less guilty having food scraps   ;) 

Hally...Nice buys!  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 07:19:42 am
It's a shop - There probably is one at Carlingford Court. Defintely at Castle Hill, Parramatta, Hornsby and Chatswood.
Google them - their latest catolouge is out all French and lovely.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 07:23:43 am
Thanks Mich  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 07:24:28 am
Quote from: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 07:19:42 am
I - their latest catolouge is out all French and lovely.

ahhhhh!!   http://www.blueillusion.com/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 13, 2012, 07:26:14 am
Yvette, its ok. I will have a HMP soon, and my tupperware will be here next week. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 13, 2012, 07:30:16 am
Good Robyn how soon?

I looked up Blue Illusion looks nice
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on September 13, 2012, 07:30:20 am
Quote from: maddy on September 13, 2012, 04:38:24 am
Incubator, for the Australorps chooks we're going to hatch and sell

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5731e9831c3d6e4f8d6c26719565f511.jpg)

We have an incubator too at the moment, our bantam has gone clucky, so we got some fertile eggs from a friend and put under her. DD drew chickens on each of the fertile eggs so when she collects the eggs she knows which ones are which.
In about 20 days we will hopefully have some cute fluffy chickens :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 09:06:57 am
Quote from: goldfish on September 13, 2012, 07:24:28 am
Quote from: mcmich on September 13, 2012, 07:19:42 am
I - their latest catolouge is out all French and lovely.

ahhhhh!!   http://www.blueillusion.com/

I love Blue Illusion...we're lucky to have 2 stores down here.   have bought some lovely clothes over the time, and my two favourite purchases years ago, was these iced tea & lemonade dispensers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e22495b818d417d3461080714e4395ce.jpg)

.....haven't used them though...too scared, they sit on my dresser looking pretty!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on September 13, 2012, 12:28:18 pm
For those in Perth, Myer Garden City has 40% off selected glassware, frames and bowls from Vera Wang for Wedgwood and some Royal Doulton.  Good buys if you have engagement or wedding presents coming up.  They are located in between the Chanel and Benefit cosmetic counters on ground floor.  Of course, there might just be something there you would like for yourselves :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2012, 03:50:27 pm
I love my Vera Wang salad servers  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on September 13, 2012, 07:12:50 pm
I have that Catamount glass gravy separator - also good for separating liquids with a lot of foam on top - like for jellies, etc.,  I've had that one for years.

However a year or so ago I got this one with a top to catch large chunks of stuff and a center hole in the bottom that opens when the "trigger" handle is squeezed.  I've found I can get a lot more clear juices free of the murky stuff with this one.

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM4748.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 09:28:33 pm
Mine has a top, cant wait to use t.

Yvette, did you buy the tupperware pasta cooker? If so are you liking it?

Going to a tupperware party next week :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 11:20:03 pm
Quote from: Halex on September 13, 2012, 09:28:33 pm
Yvette, did you buy the tupperware pasta cooker? If so are you liking it?

Going to a tupperware party next week :)

H :)

Hally, I used mine for the first time a couple of weeks ago.
 :-\.  Jury still out on it.
I cooked penne, to the maximum amount suggested, and it took way longer to cook than stated.   it was cooked after 30 minutes, which is the maximum recommendation for the container to be in the microwave.  my microwave is 1200w.
honestly, for the penne at least....It's quicker on the stove.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 11:25:00 pm
Thanks Maddy, I wont be buying it then.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 13, 2012, 11:31:50 pm
Be good to see what's new H....I haven't looked for a long time.
I'm still bleeding over a Mum that has lost a special edition container of mine....which was part of a set  >:(. I'm never giving cupcakes away in Tupperware again!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 13, 2012, 11:32:45 pm
Found a bargain today ........ we use Lauke Bakers Flour for our bread and pizzas.  It normally costs about $11 for a 5kg bag in Foodland.   I rang Lauke and asked if it was available in bulk anywhere, and our local bakery sells it in 25kg bags for $21.  Just doesnt advertise it - you have to ring and ask for it.  So much cheaper  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 11:33:28 pm
Oooh Maddy I feel for you.

I dont hand out tupperware anymore, its too expensive not to get back.

 >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 13, 2012, 11:34:25 pm
Quote from: KarenH on September 13, 2012, 11:32:45 pm
Found a bargain today ........ we use Lauke Bakers Flour for our bread and pizzas.  It normally costs about $11 for a 5kg bag in Foodland.   I rang Lauke and asked if it was available in bulk anywhere, and our local bakery sells it in 25kg bags for $21.  Just doesnt advertise it - you have to ring and ask for it.  So much cheaper  ;D

Fantastic, is it chain like Bakers Delight?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 14, 2012, 12:24:33 am
No Hally, just a local independent baker.  I think it would be worth asking at any bakery if you could buy bulk bakers flour through them.  If you make your own bread and pizzas (as I know you do Hally!) you could go through 25kg in no time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 14, 2012, 12:24:51 am
Hally no I didn't buy the pasta cooker yet, not sure now after hearing Maddy's comments. I also like the look of the untra pro casserole dishes - MADDY will you please have a look at them at the party and let me know what you think
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 14, 2012, 12:26:55 am
Sorry it is not maddy but HALLY going to the tupperware party can you please check the ultra pro for me  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 14, 2012, 12:36:28 am
Of course, what is it?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 14, 2012, 12:41:50 am
It's called Ultra Pro they are different sized casserole dishes or for other things you can freeze, microwave or put them in the oven, they are not cheap so just wondering what they were like  ;)
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Post by: keiramax on September 14, 2012, 02:16:33 am
Lovely purchases ladies.  I'm glad I'm broke at the moment and can't even consider buying anything so there is no temptation, but love looking in these thread for my wish list.

Maddy we have the same incubator and it has worked a treat for us.  We have a chook breeder up the road from us and they have about 20plus different breeds and they sell fertilised eggs.

I made by partner go through training before he was allowed to take any tupperware containers with work.  He had to prove to me that he could bring home cheap takeaway containers before he could take the real thing. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 14, 2012, 02:29:55 am
Quote from: keiramax on September 14, 2012, 02:16:33 am
Maddy we have the same incubator and it has worked a treat for us.  We have a chook breeder up the road from us and they have about 20plus different breeds and they sell fertilised eggs.

I thought there was someone here that had that incubator.
it's been warming up, so eggs should go in this afternoon  ;)

Quote from: keiramax on September 14, 2012, 02:16:33 am
I made by partner go through training before he was allowed to take any tupperware containers with work.  He had to prove to me that he could bring home cheap takeaway containers before he could take the real thing. 

LOL....love it!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 14, 2012, 07:04:23 am
I have a work trip to Hobart next weekend, and I have made sure I will arrive early enough to get to the Salamanca Markets.  Never been there before, but have heard lots of good things about it.  I am sure I will have things to post on this thread after a day shopping there  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on September 14, 2012, 07:05:27 am
Have fun Karen hope you find something good to buy  :)
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Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2012, 07:08:46 am
Have a great trip Karen, love to hear all about those markets.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 07:30:42 am
I love those markets. I love the Adelaide Markers more.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 14, 2012, 07:47:09 am
Really Gert!  Do you mean the Central Markets?  I work only 5 minutes walk from the Adelaide Central Markets.  Isnt it funny how you take things in your own backyard for granted. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 07:57:34 am
Yes Ilove that place. Had to laugh when JD had trouble,finding the Railway  Statiom. If she loved the markers she would hace known where the Railway was!  :-)) ;D

Once we had a stopover on th Indian Pacific too and we hightailed it to,the markets to shop. Not far at all!!

Gert ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2012, 08:32:27 am
How long ago was that Gretchen?  The railway station in the city is not the same place where the interstate trains come in these days.  It's at Keswick, just out of town but don't know that you could walk to the market that easily ???

I found this which explains it better than I could.

The Adelaide Parklands Terminal is the only interstate railway station for the whole of the metropolitan area of Adelaide, South Australia. It is located 3km from the City centre, adjacent to the suburb of Keswick and within the southern part of the West Parklands.

The terminal was built in 1984 as a dedicated long-haul passenger railway station when Adelaide Railway Station was redeveloped for suburban trains only. The Adelaide Station is a terminus, so any through trains must reverse. This is easier for suburban railcars than for locomotive-hauled long-distance trains. This situation was further cemented with the conversion of the south-eastern line (Adelaide-Melbourne) to standard gauge.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on September 14, 2012, 09:34:42 am
Karen you will love the markets, there are lots of shops that run along the back of the markets, love wondering around down there by myself. I always find something, last time was a lazy Susan, that I had shipped back cause it was to big for my suitcase. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 09:57:59 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 14, 2012, 08:32:27 am
How long ago was that Gretchen?  The railway station in the city is not the same place where the interstate trains come in these days.  It's at Keswick, just out of town but don't know that you could walk to the market that easily ???

I found this which explains it better than I could.

The Adelaide Parklands Terminal is the only interstate railway station for the whole of the metropolitan area of Adelaide, South Australia. It is located 3km from the City centre, adjacent to the suburb of Keswick and within the southern part of the West Parklands.

The terminal was built in 1984 as a dedicated long-haul passenger railway station when Adelaide Railway Station was redeveloped for suburban trains only. The Adelaide Station is a terminus, so any through trains must reverse. This is easier for suburban railcars than for locomotive-hauled long-distance trains. This situation was further cemented with the conversion of the south-eastern line (Adelaide-Melbourne) to standard gauge.

Too far to walk but less than 10 minutes by taxi.  Yup that is the one. Whe. Coming to Adelaide if not staying with friends we Lways stay within walking distance to the market and Gouger Street. Great location. Adelaide is so easy to get around.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on September 14, 2012, 11:30:23 am
I love markets  ;D

Yes Gert, The guy who designed Adelaide on a grid, made it so easy to get around.

So pretty with the lakes and churches... :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 12:50:11 pm
Quote from: obbie on September 14, 2012, 11:30:23 am
I love markets  ;D

Yes Gert, The guy who designed Adelaide on a grid, made it so easy to get around.

So pretty with the lakes and churches... :)


And the Adelaide Oval
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on September 14, 2012, 11:30:52 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 12:50:11 pm
Quote from: obbie on September 14, 2012, 11:30:23 am
I love markets  ;D

Yes Gert, The guy who designed Adelaide on a grid, made it so easy to get around.

So pretty with the lakes and churches... :)


And the Adelaide Oval

And fabulous wine regions so close to the city.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2012, 11:46:10 pm
All true . How about a Fest in the Adelaide Hills?

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on September 15, 2012, 12:30:22 am
when gert ?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 15, 2012, 12:32:21 am
looks like its a Sydney get together, and a Adelaide one.
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Post by: deedub on September 15, 2012, 07:16:04 am
Haven't done any shopping for a while but I'll be in kuala lumpur the day after tomorrow so might have something to post then!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 15, 2012, 08:46:11 am
Today I bought (and set up) a worm farm.  Now as "dependents" I have 2 children, 2 cats, one sourdough starter and about 1000 worms.  Put that on my next census form  ;)
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Post by: maddy on September 15, 2012, 08:53:51 am
LOL Karen....I'm sure the kids will be fascinated by them!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 15, 2012, 10:34:15 am
Hi Karen, I set up a worm farm about 2 months ago, I only started with 500 worms, they are dearer than their house.  I just ordered another layer because the two that came with it are full.  Did you buy the conditioner, I found that my mush(from the TMX) went mouldy and found that it is too acidic, it had a lot of little white worms so I've been increasing the egg shells.   Can't wait to start using all the juice and soil.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 15, 2012, 11:11:10 am
Hi Aussie Brenda,
I didnt buy the conditioner - I found a recipe to make your own, which is much cheaper.  I will hunt it out and PM it to you if you like.  It has some chook feed pellets, dolomite lime, bran and dried milk powder in it, along with other stuff I cant remember.  I used to have a worm farm ages ago, but DH put it out into the sun cause he thought the worms might be cold.  They ended up cooked and dead  >:(   I have only just got around to replacing it.   When it was up and running, I added one or two spoons of the conditioner stuff once a week, and they did just great.

Found the recipe:

Chicken layer pellets 50%
Wheat or cornflour 10%
Powdered milk 10%
Bran or wheat meal 20%
Dolomite lime or agricultural lime 10%

Mix together and sprinkle lightly on top of the scraps once a week.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 15, 2012, 11:28:01 am
Thanks Karen, i will make some of this, My neighbour AmyA sprinkled some lime over it for me, she had two worm farms, I will give her some home made conditioner too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on September 15, 2012, 12:04:42 pm
We add a box of 500 worms to the compost about once a year. They are breeding really well so probably won't add anymore this year
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 15, 2012, 12:53:32 pm
Quote from: KarenH on September 15, 2012, 11:11:10 am
I used to have a worm farm ages ago, but DH put it out into the sun cause he thought the worms might be cold.  They ended up cooked and dead  >:(  

Got to love thoughtful husbands Karen  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 16, 2012, 04:09:44 am
Karen thats funny what husbands do.. :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 16, 2012, 07:59:11 am
Today i bought myself 2 pairs of shoes and yesterday some three quarter red pants
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 16, 2012, 08:02:48 am
Today I spent $130 on grocers,,,,,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 17, 2012, 12:48:03 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d4f5f1285db7a5c09a518ed39dda8ab0.jpg)
http://www.heilalavanilla.co.nz/products/c/44

I'm using much more vanilla bean paste -  With thanks to Tenina's recipes....so it makes more sense on the pocket to buy the 400 ml jar, which converted to $47.68.....than $10 for the 65g pot of Queens paste.
looking forward to seeing the taste difference.
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Post by: Yvette on September 17, 2012, 12:52:07 am
Wow didn't realise it was sooo expensive
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 17, 2012, 01:01:06 am
OMG  :o that sure is a big jar. Probably need to do the same thing myself
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Post by: Halex on September 17, 2012, 01:03:46 am
I ordered the large one yesterday, I seem to get through so much of this paste :)

Your Order Details
 

ID   Item       Price   Quantity   Total
79      Vanilla Paste (Double Fold) 750ml


After extensive trialling and research, Heilala Vanilla Paste is made by reintroducing Vanilla seeds to our Vanilla Extract and adding a natural seaweed thickener to produce a paste. The double fold...   90.50   1   90.50
 
SHIPPING     $11.37
TOTAL     $101.87
 

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 17, 2012, 01:09:33 am
Hi Hally,
Where did you get your large jar of vanilla paste from?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 17, 2012, 01:58:57 am
Its from the same site that Maddy posted :)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 17, 2012, 02:29:11 am
i have made some http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoZtUCh0mIY&feature=related
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Post by: judydawn on September 17, 2012, 03:05:16 am
Thanks Uni, that is so easy to make.  Must buy myself a bulk batch of vanilla beans and start this process.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 17, 2012, 03:47:36 am
OMG Uni you are so clever!  Does it work out cost-effective to make it that way?

Thanks for the link Hally and Maddy - our local Foodland stocks Heilala products, but not the bigger size.  Might see if they will get it in for me, otherwise will order online
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Post by: fundj&e on September 17, 2012, 03:56:39 am

i buy my pods in bali, $50 for 1kg so yes.

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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2012, 03:56:47 am
The 750ml jar looks to be the better deal.  I know it's a $100 but you are getting double the strength, ie only need to use 1/2 tsp compared with 1 tsp for the smaller 400/100ml jars.

I'm tossing up whether to get one myself as I'm sure it would last quite a while.  ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 17, 2012, 05:36:18 am
JulieO, i bught the larger one for 2 reasons:-

I seem to run out all the time with the tiny $10 pots from C.
Also seemed good value as only need 1/2tsp.


H :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2012, 06:12:32 am
I love to use this in everything now. The taste is well worth it. We had an apple and custard pizza last night and I used this in the custard. Yum.
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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2012, 06:40:51 am
Thanks girls, I think I'll get the 750ml pot too.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2012, 06:44:10 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/17/aseqejyt.jpg)
This is the reason we had pizza last night. It is a good book and lots of lovely ideas in it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 17, 2012, 07:10:48 am
Aren't those stickers just the best bookmarks, I have them too  :D
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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2012, 07:18:05 am
Now Cookie, why did you have to do that.  Went to Amazon to see if I could see inside and found it's also a Kindle book, so have downloaded it to my iPad for $10.  You are right, some nice looking recipes in there.  The one that has caught my eye right now while I'm hungry is the King Prawn & Prosciutto.  Can see that one happening in the next few days.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on September 17, 2012, 04:03:09 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 17, 2012, 06:44:10 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/17/aseqejyt.jpg)
This is the reason we had pizza last night. It is a good book and lots of lovely ideas in it.
Omg Theo did a private workshop at a shared holiday house and I was lucky enough to be there . His pizzas are to die for!! Especially the sweet ones....yum yum, Plus he is a really lovely guy and his book is great :) enjoy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on September 17, 2012, 05:35:02 pm
Just bought the book too.. Very inviting recipes..  Probably should have stayed away lol..
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Post by: andiesenji on September 17, 2012, 08:02:36 pm
I don't really "need" this new pizza cutter -  I have a huge two-handle pizza knife - but it is just so pretty I couldn't resist.

Rosle Pizza cutter. (http://gizmodo.com/5929855/youll-never-want-this-gorgeous-pizza-cutter-to-touch-melted-cheese)
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Post by: Frozzie on September 17, 2012, 08:16:49 pm
Oh andie stop lol.. Its gorgeous!....hrrmm dh is going to chop my arms off haha
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2012, 08:21:57 pm
It's gorgeous Andie,no wonder you couldn't resist it :D :D
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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2012, 10:25:34 pm
Yes I like it too Andi.  Please let us know if it cuts as good as it looks!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on September 18, 2012, 01:12:45 am
Spent most of yesterday shopping in KL, in the petronas towers complex. Clothes, shoes, bag, wallet, souvenirs, clothes for kids, etc. Love the shopping here, could have easily spent another couple of days, but we're off to cherating beach this morning.
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Post by: Yvette on September 18, 2012, 01:15:33 am
Have fun Deedub
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Post by: Emme on September 18, 2012, 01:23:34 am
Quote from: Frozzie on September 17, 2012, 05:35:02 pm
Just bought the book too.. Very inviting recipes..  Probably should have stayed away lol..
Oh Cookie I knew I should not have looked at this thread.  I too downloaded the book. 
Will be interested to hear how the pizza cutter goes Andie
Now must get back to work   ;D
Marie
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Post by: obbie on September 18, 2012, 02:09:08 am
Pizza cutter looks great..
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 18, 2012, 02:30:56 am
I downloaded Dan Lepard book last night in a moment of weakness. I must have needed some carbs at the time.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 18, 2012, 03:32:42 am
Have a great trip deedub. ;D

KL shopping fabulous.

Club Med Cherating very relaxing  :)
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Post by: Emme on September 18, 2012, 04:11:33 am
Have a great time deedub
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 18, 2012, 02:30:56 am
I downloaded Dan Lepard book last night in a moment of weakness. I must have needed some carbs at the time.

I am so relieved I am not the only one who suffers from this, I too, have a lot of moments of weakness.  I should not be on this shopping thread  ;D ;D
Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2012, 06:03:42 am
It is a very dangerous place to have a peek Emme.

I love the Theo book. I think one of this weekend's ones will the smoked salmon.
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2012, 06:10:49 am
I did a bit of research of that pizza book too Cookie but wondered how much use I would get from it with the very few times we have pizza here.  Prices all over were pretty muchy muchy and I see he has a second book on pizzas too.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2012, 12:21:39 pm
Yes he does Judy. I tossed up which of the two to buy and thought the first one was the best to start with. We have pizza almost every Saturday in winter and frequently in summer.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 18, 2012, 12:39:00 pm
Anyone who lives around Floreat, the bookshop at the forum is closing down and all books are at least 20% off. Some up to 50%.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 02:02:28 am
5 packages in my POBox today
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/20/mamevyhu.jpg)
This arrived just in time to use with all my cream.
Cook Books, pack from Helene supreme kitchen machines, square & round ravioli cutters, cookie scoop.
Excitement, cooking tomorrow, yay

H
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 02:03:55 am
See Hally you just needed some new goodies to get your cooking mojo back  :) :)
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 02:19:05 am
I know Yvette, excitement plus, always need new things to create new ideas ;D ;D

Loving the pasta cutters, will be doing something with them tomorrow ;D

Just looking at the mexivan cook book its fantastic.

Off to tupperware party soon, will check out those cooking dishes for you. I have the catalogue here, they are quite expensive.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 02:37:01 am
Thanks Hally yes I know they are expensive that's why I want to check them out first and see if they are worth it  ;)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 20, 2012, 02:51:01 am
Quote from: fundj on September 13, 2012, 05:34:05 am
Grunge-Free Sponge

can we believe they will last at least 18 months

i received the sponges i bought a week ago

i only used water

http://www.simplesavings.com.au/store/detail/sponge
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 02:53:49 am
That's a big difference Uni  great, would the scrubbies do the same job?
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Post by: Emme on September 20, 2012, 02:57:03 am
They sound to be good Uni, and that has certainly cleaned up with only just water.  It would be good if they last that long as well.

Marie
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 03:05:49 am
I just ordered some Uni  :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 03:16:52 am
Looks great Uni.. :)
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 05:34:59 am
Well it ended up being a tupperware, enjo & card party, so spent heaps, oops ;D

Yvette, they seem sturdy, cook, freeze & microwave.

But you know what I am going to say is a pc is better value ;D

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 05:39:03 am
Oh Hally what did you buy?

The main reason I like the look of the ultra pro was I usually like to cook up meals in advance, I will say cook butter chicken and then have it the next day as the flavours are always better. I though with the tupperware I could make up several dishes and freeze some, a lot of my casserole dishes are big and sturdy. I like to freeze the whole meal together and I always use 1 kilo of chicken or meat.
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Post by: KarenH on September 20, 2012, 05:39:30 am
Great shopping Hally .........

DH and I are supposed to be trying to save money to pay off our renovations, so I have started to have parcels delivered to my work instead of to home ..... less questions that way  ;)  ;)  Mind you, I think the security guys on the front desk have noticed an increase in the couriers coming through the doors  ;D ;D

I have also bought some of Helenes scrubbers, some of the cute little measuring spoons mentioned previously on this thread, a yoghurt cheese strainer recommended by andisenji, an olive oil spray mister (to use instead of aerosol cans of oil) ....... now come to think of it, everything I have purchased has been seen on this thread before!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 05:40:44 am
Yes Karen don't read this thread it is bad  ;) ;)
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 05:44:24 am
Happy, Happy me..... ;D ;D

Just got the PINK tupperware I ordered last week.

A huge big box, 18 modular mates, and 2 back to basic rectangles containers, and 2 blue freezer mates altogether.

just waiting on some cake tins I ordered too.   
Cooking here I come..

We have ordered another 1/2 a cow yesterday too.... :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 06:00:23 am
Yvette, yes you can cook a meal in them & reheat in the same pot. I think it would be a very expensive way of storing food.

Karen, good planning :D

Bought an advent calendar, xmas cards, birthday cards.
Enjoy dish cloth & lady coming over early nov to sell me other products, not that I dont have enough already!!
Tupperware, $307 forgot bettter get receiot out, lol
A couple of sers of Antartica freezer containers, love them ;D
Tupperware 1l jug for microwave :)
Salad bowls with lids & servers ??? Liked they had lids :)

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 06:07:02 am
Robyn have fun with all your tupperware.

Hally it is an expensive way but convenient for me, thanks for checking them out  :) :)
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 06:10:31 am
Loving these pasta cutters.  Yvette as long as you realise its a pricey option. all tupperware is good.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/20/agema5ep.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 06:12:52 am
Wow they look interesting Hally
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 06:15:30 am
Yes cant wait to try them, but need to make some filling first ;D

H :)
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 06:22:42 am
Yvette have you tried to get Ultra pro on ebay from Malaysia. I just worked out that I saved $400 on my tupperware, buying this way.


that is going off prices for the same stuff in Australia.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 20, 2012, 06:23:18 am
All your food savings are disappearing Hally. ;) ;)
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 06:26:34 am
Robyn I did look about a month ago, I didn't see any then, might look again  :) :) Do you google it as tupperware Malaysia?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 06:39:15 am
I asked the guy I got mine for pink tupperware, as It was not advertised, and he had it.

Do you want me to ask him, his ebay shop was ivontantan

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 06:42:35 am
YES PLEASE  :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* looking for the 2.5 litre or 2 litre thanks
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 06:55:16 am
Yvette, I have sent them a message, will get back to you..
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Post by: Yvette on September 20, 2012, 06:55:55 am
Thank you Robyn  :) :) :) :)
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Post by: courton on September 20, 2012, 07:00:17 am
KarenH, which brand of olive spray mister did you buy and where from since I am very interested in one also.

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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 07:01:29 am
Courton, I saw them advertised on special at POK this week, if that helps..
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Post by: courton on September 20, 2012, 07:04:04 am
Thanks - just checked website and not there for the last two weeks. May have been the week before that.
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Post by: Emme on September 20, 2012, 07:12:01 am
Karen which yogurt cheese strainer did you get? 
Obbie, the tupperware containers are great.  You will have a tidy pantry.
Love the pasta cutters Hally

I know I shouldn't be on this thread, but I just can't help myself.
Marie
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Post by: Halex on September 20, 2012, 07:18:39 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 20, 2012, 06:23:18 am
All your food savings are disappearing Hally. ;) ;)



Sshhh ;)
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2012, 07:27:09 am
don't tell anyone Hally
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 20, 2012, 07:52:58 am
ANyone know where I can get Thermoserver type dishes other shapes or brands?? I thought that Ikea did an insulated server but thoroughly looked and cannot find one.
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Post by: goldfish on September 20, 2012, 07:56:07 am
Check in Indian grocery stores, GHM - I bought some great ones from a store near us.  All stainless steel.  The larger one isn't quite 2 litres but the do work extremely well.  Cant quite remember how much mine were - around the $30 for the large one I think and maybe around $20 for the smaller version.
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Post by: maddy on September 20, 2012, 08:05:12 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/941882ce5e993649b5e1853b7777dd5d_zpsd299a48f.jpg)

Porcelain bowls x 2......Planned for the Christmas table this year....yes, I'm already thinking Christmas  :P
The bird feature is raised, they're so pretty....I'm extremely tempted to purchase more from the set.

Vanilla beans & maca  powder online, oh and this spice box....which can be used for oils, dukkah, balsamic dipping as well

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c6d10a2bc0c84d68115120a4d71df436_zps3a85ae86.jpg)

And picked up my 1/2 of the scrubbies pack from the lovely Kim  :)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 20, 2012, 08:09:08 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on September 20, 2012, 07:52:58 am
ANyone know where I can get Thermoserver type dishes other shapes or brands?? I thought that Ikea did an insulated server but thoroughly looked and cannot find one.

have you been on ebay
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-4-PC-INSULATED-HOT-POT-CASSEROLE-DISH-SET-KEEPS-FOOD-HOT-0-8-1-2-2-4-3Ltr-B-/290765248407?pt=UK_Bakeware&hash=item43b2f59797
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 20, 2012, 10:48:48 am
Courton, I got the oil mister from POK:  http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/catalog/searchresults.aspx?search=micra%20mist%20 

Emme, I got the youghurt cheese strainer from Amazon.  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DU5J6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Andiesenji recommended this one over the Cuisipro Donvier version, which she found tarnished very quickly and gave a metallic taste to the yoghurt. 
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 20, 2012, 01:02:10 pm
Quote from: goldfish on September 20, 2012, 07:56:07 am
Check in Indian grocery stores, GHM - I bought some great ones from a store near us.  All stainless steel.  The larger one isn't quite 2 litres but the do work extremely well.  Cant quite remember how much mine were - around the $30 for the large one I think and maybe around $20 for the smaller version.
Thanks GF will try that, there is a huge Indian grocers not too far from me that sells so much stuff, never thought to look there, only problem is when I go in there I cannot walk past the hot box with the yummy samosas in !!
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Post by: judydawn on September 20, 2012, 01:04:17 pm
Check out their spices whilst you are there GHM, bigger packs and so much cheaper than the supermarkets.
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Post by: Halex on September 21, 2012, 02:43:07 am
At the supermarket, these must have fallen in to  my trolley,  :o ;D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/21/hesu7e5e.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on September 21, 2012, 03:03:07 am
Yay the shopping thread. well I am very happy with all my new tupperware, I got yesterday.

Pizza book looks good Hally.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 21, 2012, 03:10:26 am
I also looked in Ikea for a thermoserver type dish and couldn't find anything. I went to the Osborne Park store  GHM.
Then went to the big Indian grocery store in same area and didn't find any there either  :(
I did give in to the samosas though as can never resist them ;D
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Post by: Emme on September 21, 2012, 06:03:37 am
Hally, it is terrible when those books keep jumping into the trolley   ;D
Thanks Karen for the details on the yogurt cheese strainer, will order one soon.
Have just ordered a dozen 1/2 pint preserving jars and a jar sealer adapter to fit on the vacuum sealer I have.  Hope it works

Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on September 21, 2012, 08:00:08 am
Hally I think it is the magazines problem as I had the Good Food one jump into my trolley with Feast and Food Ideas. I didn't want to make a fuss so just paid for them. ;)
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Post by: kt2 on September 21, 2012, 08:03:00 am
I think supermarkets should have a magazine free checkout like they have a lolly free checkout!!! Mmmmm, second thoughts, maybe not as that wouldn't be much fun!  :)
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Post by: Halex on September 21, 2012, 08:33:25 am
Yes cookie, same here, no fuss either. I think the pizza book felt lonely, he told me he was the last on the shelf & wanted a good home  ;)
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Post by: obbie on September 21, 2012, 10:47:58 am
HALLY,  so glad the pizza book got a new home.  He really needed some love from you.

Great job.. :D :D :D
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Post by: Nikkit on September 21, 2012, 10:59:51 am
This has taken a while, but here are the goodies from my last shopping trip, my new car and float.
Picked up the car last night and we love it. Hitting the highway with my friend and 2 horses tomorrow to go cutting, so we are both just a bit excited! (ok... alot excited! ;D)

I also bought a round roll of hay that came with a free rat  :o. Well at least I hope it was free. I hate rats.
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Post by: judydawn on September 21, 2012, 11:06:01 am
What a great duo Nikkit - I wouldn't go shopping too often if I was you
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Post by: maddy on September 21, 2012, 11:58:29 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b643b39931fe6964c23f129a9a136e7c_zps5262c442.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7a449fcd91032f491bca66a7416c166b_zpsfee51320.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2e313c11b4a7c322b5b5191dacc767e9_zps99adfd61.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7626ba1eea841a32e5ace03aa7aeea6d_zpsaf8c3c6b.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on September 21, 2012, 12:01:37 pm
Maddy do you have the Nigellisima book?

I am on a pre-order, thought it was released early next year.

Bought the pizza book, its great :)

Yes Obbie, he is happy here,  well loved already :)

H :)
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Post by: maddy on September 21, 2012, 12:04:12 pm
Quote from: Halex on September 21, 2012, 12:01:37 pm
Maddy do you have the Nigellisima book?

$28 from Big W tonight  ;).  Sit down with it and a coffee soon....looks good  :)
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Post by: Halex on September 21, 2012, 12:06:15 pm
Oh well I will track it down & cancel my pre-order.

Thanks Maddy, pls give us a review :)

H :)
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Post by: maddy on September 21, 2012, 12:10:59 pm
Will do.
Dymocks and Myers were selling it for $49.95.....After my bookcase upheaval, I said wasn't buying anymore  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on September 21, 2012, 12:36:27 pm
MF I saw a thermos ever sort of thing in Kitchen Warehouse today. It is made by thermos. It was quite large though.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 21, 2012, 12:56:09 pm
Quote from: Mama Fergie on September 21, 2012, 03:10:26 am
I also looked in Ikea for a thermoserver type dish and couldn't find anything. I went to the Osborne Park store  GHM.
Then went to the big Indian grocery store in same area and didn't find any there either  :(
I did give in to the samosas though as can never resist them ;D
Well you saved me a trip MF as that is exactly where I was going to look! The we quite a few Asian/ Indian stores nr work in the city so will keep looking.
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Post by: Meagan on September 21, 2012, 01:21:21 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on September 21, 2012, 12:56:09 pm
Quote from: Mama Fergie on September 21, 2012, 03:10:26 am
I also looked in Ikea for a thermoserver type dish and couldn't find anything. I went to the Osborne Park store  GHM.
Then went to the big Indian grocery store in same area and didn't find any there either  :(
I did give in to the samosas though as can never resist them ;D
Well you saved me a trip MF as that is exactly where I was going to look! The we quite a few Asian/ Indian stores nr work in the city so will keep looking.

GHM why don't you just host a demo and get a thermoserver for $30??
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 21, 2012, 03:46:28 pm
Let me know if you have any luck GHM as I would like to buy two.  :)
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Post by: mcmich on September 24, 2012, 08:11:48 am
Bought the Dyson DC 44 animal.

It was advertised at The Good Guys for $528 and it was the last day of the special so I got it for $499.00
It's charging up now, though it was charged a little bit but want to see if it lasts the full 20 minutes.
 
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 24, 2012, 10:41:52 am
Well done Michelle  :)
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Post by: Yvette on September 24, 2012, 11:14:21 am
So jealous Mich let me know what you think of it  :) :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 25, 2012, 12:20:16 am
GHM, you can buy the Ikea insulated server on line or check if they have any stock herehttp://www.ikea.com/aa/en/catalog/products/00192674/ (http://www.ikea.com/aa/en/catalog/products/00192674/)
I have one as I don't have a thermos weber ( apple autocorrects - thermoserver)
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Post by: shan_k on September 25, 2012, 03:41:35 am
I notice a few of you guys have been buying tupperware - is there a guide somewhere for working out what sizes to get? i.e 2kg of flour needs a container of X size?

Thanks
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Post by: cookie1 on September 25, 2012, 04:52:08 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/25/uvevage5.jpg)

I had a little shop this morning with a voucher I was given for my birthday. A strainer for yoghurt , ricotta etc, an awesome garlic press, and some pegs that are not supposed to leave marks on your clothes. Hopefully good for trousers, jumpers etc. of course I spent more than the voucher, but isn't that the idea?
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Post by: Yvette on September 25, 2012, 04:53:27 am
Have fun with your new toys Cookie  :D :D
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Post by: obbie on September 25, 2012, 05:01:46 am
I just bought heaps of modular mates from ebay, last week.

They come in heaps of sizes. :)
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Post by: shan_k on September 25, 2012, 05:27:54 am
Thanks Obbie - I have been looking at the eBay sites, I just don't know what sizes I need.
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Post by: obbie on September 25, 2012, 05:30:06 am
Mine for flour is about 2 litres, rectangle in size.  I'll see what I can find..
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Post by: obbie on September 25, 2012, 05:35:49 am
just checked, the big ones for flour are rectangle 4.3 litres,
2 litres for smaller stuff.
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Post by: kt2 on September 25, 2012, 06:46:38 am
Hi Obbie, do you mind me asking who you went through on eBay to buy your Tupperware? I'm looking a ordering quite a few modular mates and was hoping to save a bit of money but also wanted a reputable seller (we've been duped before!) Thanks  :)
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Post by: mcmich on September 25, 2012, 06:46:58 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 25, 2012, 04:52:08 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/25/uvevage5.jpg)

I had a little shop this morning with a voucher I was given for my birthday. A strainer for yoghurt , ricotta etc, an awesome garlic press, and some pegs that are not supposed to leave marks on your clothes. Hopefully good for trousers, jumpers etc. of course I spent more than the voucher, but isn't that the idea?
Where did you find the pegs Cookie? - Will be interested to see if they don't leave marks.
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Post by: Yvette on September 25, 2012, 06:51:55 am
Also Robyn did you hear back about the Ultra Pro?
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Post by: obbie on September 25, 2012, 07:31:59 am
KT2, I went through IVONTAN brilliant service, and price.
All arrived in about 7 days.    He did a deal for postage, also 2 free freezer mates.

Yvette, have not heard if he has Ultra pro yet. I did send a message.
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Post by: Yvette on September 25, 2012, 07:39:51 am
No worries Robyn I knew you sent the email just checking as we were talking tupperware  ;) ;)
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Post by: Halex on September 25, 2012, 07:45:00 am
Cancelled my Amazon order for Nigellas & bought it in K-mart today.

H :)
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Post by: mcmich on September 25, 2012, 07:56:50 am
What did you pay in Kmart Hally?
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Post by: Halex on September 25, 2012, 08:45:06 am
$32 in K-mart at GC.

H :)
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Post by: kt2 on September 25, 2012, 09:00:11 am
Quote from: obbie on September 25, 2012, 07:31:59 am
KT2, I went through IVONTAN brilliant service, and price.
All arrived in about 7 days.    He did a deal for postage, also 2 free freezer

Thanks Obbie.   :)
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Post by: shan_k on September 25, 2012, 09:01:23 am
Just ordered through the same eBay store Obbie - thanks for the details. I have never bought anything from eBay before....hope it all goes ok!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 25, 2012, 09:23:11 am
Michele I bought the pegs etc from a place called The Good Store. They have all sorts of quirky things. I'll let you know about the marks.
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Post by: mcmich on September 25, 2012, 10:09:57 am
Thanks Cookie. Pegless pegs would be so good.
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Post by: Meagan on September 25, 2012, 04:22:47 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 25, 2012, 09:23:11 am
Michele I bought the pegs etc from a place called The Good Store. They have all sorts of quirky things. I'll let you know about the marks.

Next time you go send me a message and we can have a cuppa :) I live just down the road from there ;)
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Post by: Meagan on September 25, 2012, 04:23:54 pm
Quote from: shan_k on September 25, 2012, 03:41:35 am
I notice a few of you guys have been buying tupperware - is there a guide somewhere for working out what sizes to get? i.e 2kg of flour needs a container of X size?

Thanks

Shan k you can get a Tupperware document that tells you what size holds what amount of rice flour etc.
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Post by: Yvette on September 26, 2012, 12:06:59 am
Uni I received my sponges today I will test them on the weekend  :)
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Post by: obbie on September 26, 2012, 12:45:26 am
I have had no trouble on ebay, all good
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Post by: Jamberie on September 26, 2012, 04:53:48 am
With so much lemon curd to give away I needed jars asap, was lucky to find these at The Reject Shop for a great price. I'm sure jars can be cheaper online but I needed them now! Hope this helps someone else in need of jars  :)
I think the ones on the left would be nice for gifts and hopefully the ones on the right will be memorable enough to be  like boomerangs
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Post by: cookie1 on September 26, 2012, 06:10:03 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/26/2ege4udy.jpg)

I did the shopping at Woolworthslesss this morning and if you bought 3 Nestlé products you received this book free. How could I resist? I will use all the choc chips I got so no problems.
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Post by: Yvette on September 26, 2012, 06:32:15 am
Good shopping then Cookie  ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on September 26, 2012, 06:40:53 am
$7 for 10 decor containers

4 x 250 ml container, 4 x 500 ml container and 2 x 900 ml oblong container

at coles today
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Post by: Yvette on September 26, 2012, 06:50:14 am
That's cheap Uni you can store more of all your goodies now. Are you still using your sponges mine arrived today.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 26, 2012, 07:12:46 am
That's cheap Fundj think I'll have to go to Coles tomorrow.......thanks for the hot tip!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2012, 08:40:21 am
I have a terrible weakness and buy loads of plastic boxes especially lock and lock :-))
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Post by: obbie on September 26, 2012, 08:43:49 am
plastic containers look good. :)
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Post by: fundj&e on September 26, 2012, 09:11:12 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2012, 08:40:21 am
I have a terrible weakness and buy loads of plastic boxes especially lock and lock :-))

 lock and lock  are the best CC i buy up big when i am in bali
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Post by: cookie1 on September 26, 2012, 12:03:14 pm
What are Lock and lock please?
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Post by: Mama Fergie on September 26, 2012, 01:28:59 pm
They are just plastic storage containers cookie but very reasonably priced.
I have lots that I bought from TVSN when on sale in bulk.
Very cheap in Singapore, Bali and Thailand etc.
Come in all shapes and sizes and can put in freezer and microwave.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 26, 2012, 03:16:25 pm
Just love Metallicus clothes. Sale with extra 25% off got 3 garments for just under $200 so I was very happy, they are also doing free delivery anywhere in Aus on the online store.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2012, 07:13:33 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 26, 2012, 12:03:14 pm
What are Lock and lock please?
Lock and Lock (http://www.locknlock.com.au/products_c.php?cate1=5) Cookie  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on September 27, 2012, 12:16:58 am
Thanks for that GHM as we love Metallicus clothes too.  ;D 
Didn't know they had an online store 
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Post by: Halex on September 27, 2012, 02:17:23 am
Love Metalicus, theres one at garden city.

Cookie after much talk with assistant at woolies i too have the book. I went to the one at stock road, not on the shelves, behind customer information. No literature or anything about it. I explanied what I was after & the woman said yes, & I said yes, she said yes, so then I said yes my friend received one, I got the response yes. By this stage with  sore back & legs (did my back this morning >:() was sooo over her yes's, well I want one. Yes I got, finaly she handed me one!!!

They were not on my list, were they on yours :)

H :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 27, 2012, 02:22:24 am
Oh dear H, it just shouldn't be that hard.
I hope the book is worth it 😃
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Post by: Halex on September 27, 2012, 02:25:14 am
In bed with heat packs, drooling, yes its a goody ES.

I dont understand why they didnt have a promotional stand for it.

Coles at gc always does when they have something.

ES are you heading back now?

H :)
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Post by: goldfish on September 27, 2012, 02:35:42 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2012, 07:13:33 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 26, 2012, 12:03:14 pm
What are Lock and lock please?
Lock and Lock (http://www.locknlock.com.au/products_c.php?cate1=5) Cookie  ;)

Have used these for a long time . . but now, IMHO the Glasslock containers are even better.  All freezer friendly -There are some that are even oven proof -  many sites have them but here's one . . .   

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Glasslock
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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2012, 03:31:08 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/27/ybu4y9y7.jpg)

DD noticed that the paper Chookie gave me at the retreat with the sourdough recipe on came from this book. She ordered it for me from Book Depository and here it is. I love cook books, especially bread ones. I feel spoilt.
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Post by: goldfish on September 27, 2012, 03:33:40 am
The Glasslock containers are on special from Kitchenwaredirect as of today (Thursday, September 27)
http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Glasslock-Container-10pc-Set?utm_source=KWD&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20120927_Specials_New_MC
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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2012, 06:44:57 am
Thanks for the link to Lock and Lock CC.

Yes Hally the book was on my list. I always check the specials on line before I go shopping. I didn't make it under $200 this week. I bought a few pieces of meat. :'(
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Post by: mcmich on September 27, 2012, 06:49:26 am
Nigellaism on special at BigW for $28.00 starting today.
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Post by: obbie on September 27, 2012, 06:51:29 am
ooh, now that i want Michelle...Nigellaism on special at BigW for $28.00 starting today.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 27, 2012, 12:08:18 pm
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into the kitchen this evening and Nigellissima was there on my kitchen bench ;D DH was walking through BigW during his lunch break today and thought I might like it!
Just about to flick through now with a cup of tea and a magnum  ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 27, 2012, 01:11:50 pm
I am excited, I was browsing in DJ' in the city today (Perth) and there at some great cookware specials. I have just discovered that Le Cruset are ok to use on induction, why did I not know that dooooh they are made of metal!!! Well I now want some, of course not easy to carry round on the train so I going to go back and get some there is a beautiful cream colour that I am going to get.
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Post by: astarra on September 27, 2012, 01:13:23 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on September 27, 2012, 12:08:18 pm
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into the kitchen this evening and Nigellissima was there on my kitchen bench ;D DH was walking through BigW during his lunch break today and thought I might like it!
Just about to flick through now with a cup of tea and a magnum  ;D

What a thoughtful DH you have Jamberie!! A definate keeper!!  ;)  :D
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Post by: kezza on September 27, 2012, 01:14:39 pm
I just bought a Cuisinart Icecream maker with compressor from Kitchenware Direct.  I am sick of only being able to make one batch at a time with my other icecream maker, even though it does a great job.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2012, 02:32:27 pm
You'll love it kezza. Mine is a Sunbeam but ever so useful. I made some mango icecream earlier in the week.
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Post by: obbie on September 27, 2012, 09:23:45 pm
I have the cusinart soft serve machine..
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Post by: fundj&e on September 27, 2012, 10:01:33 pm
I want to buy something pink  ;D
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Post by: dede on September 27, 2012, 10:15:57 pm
Quote from: fundj on September 27, 2012, 10:01:33 pm
I want to buy something pink  ;D

Lol, congratulations Uni :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 27, 2012, 10:16:21 pm
... and I'll bet it will be something to do with baby girls, nonna.
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Post by: obbie on September 27, 2012, 11:27:27 pm
Uni, go buy lots of Pink things now for Eve, and come back and show us..
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Post by: Emme on September 27, 2012, 11:42:10 pm
Quote from: kezza on September 27, 2012, 01:14:39 pm
I just bought a Cuisinart Icecream maker with compressor from Kitchenware Direct.  I am sick of only being able to make one batch at a time with my other icecream maker, even though it does a great job.
That is a great machine Kezza, have not had any trouble with mine
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Post by: Yvette on September 27, 2012, 11:58:50 pm
I bought the black pizza maker last night will try it out tonight paid $129 from Victorias Basement. Also noticed that VB is selling the thermo chef now
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2012, 12:14:04 am
oooh more machines are bound to come out.

let us know how the pizza is..
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Post by: Yvette on September 28, 2012, 12:20:56 am
Will do Robyn DH and my mother who arrived last night for a visit will be doing the cooking I have 3 spray tans to do first  ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2012, 12:22:29 am
sounds fun Yvette. I better do some work soon.
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Post by: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 06:13:03 am
Popped out to the Central Markets at lunchtime to buy just 2 things, and have just staggered back in with arms full .......... bulk garlic, chillies, lemon-infused olive oil, several different cheeses, dried mushrooms, honey-roasted macadamias, a couple of asian sauces, quinoa, 00 flour for pasta making ......... nothing like impulse shopping.  And now my office stinks of garlic for the afternoon  :D :D
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Post by: goldfish on September 28, 2012, 06:15:40 am
Quote from: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 06:13:03 am
Popped out to the Central Markets at lunchtime to buy just 2 things, and have just staggered back in with arms full .......... bulk garlic, chillies, lemon-infused olive oil, several different cheeses, dried mushrooms, honey-roasted macadamias, a couple of asian sauces, quinoa, 00 flour for pasta making ......... nothing like impulse shopping.  And now my office stinks of garlic for the afternoon  :D :D

The best kind of shopping, Karen . . . ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 06:17:18 am
Oh, and I forgot the very smelly salami (but very tasty) - I think that is what is stinking out my office.
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Post by: dede on September 28, 2012, 06:23:27 am
So did you get the two things you went shopping for Karen?
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Post by: goldfish on September 28, 2012, 06:25:13 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D . . if anything like me . . probably not . . . :-)) :-)) ??? ???
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Post by: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 06:27:50 am
LOL  :D  Yes I did dede - but those were the boring things I got from the supermarket next to the Central Markets - and they dont even rate a mention
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2012, 07:10:59 am
wish I had markets near me....
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 28, 2012, 08:09:36 am
Me too.   :(
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Post by: kezza on September 28, 2012, 10:24:37 am
That's great to hear Emme.  I bought it without really researching too much.
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Post by: Katiej on September 28, 2012, 10:53:35 am
Quote from: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 06:13:03 am
Popped out to the Central Markets at lunchtime to buy just 2 things, and have just staggered back in with arms full .......... bulk garlic, chillies, lemon-infused olive oil, several different cheeses, dried mushrooms, honey-roasted macadamias, a couple of asian sauces, quinoa, 00 flour for pasta making ......... nothing like impulse shopping.  And now my office stinks of garlic for the afternoon  :D :D

Easy to do Karen. I love that I'm close enough to walk to the Central Market at lunch time too. I went yesterday actually. I'm mindful not to buy too much though when I go, as I have to walk the 25 minutes to the train after work. I only buy what I can carry easily.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 28, 2012, 11:49:22 am
I used to work in Wright St, so did most of the shopping at the market and I absolutely loved it. Pity our office moved. :(
Now I go to the showgrounds market on Sundays   It's completely different, but I love it too
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2012, 11:55:31 am
So when you live in the Mulga like me, nowhere from any shops, ( I mean 1 hours drive from shops), you don't spend as much. :)

Then I have a little shop, which means work  5 days a week, then I cook, and cook some more, so I buy groceries on Sunday, and get ready for the next week.  ( and the kids)

We have markets once a month, which everyone comes too, so its packed for 5 hours..

thats way I love shopping online....

 
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Post by: KarenH on September 28, 2012, 12:09:54 pm
Emerald Sue, we are at the showgrounds farmers markets most sunday mornings too!   We should meet up there for a coffee and one of Sonia's famous vanilla slices there one Sunday morning - when you are back and recovered from your WA odessy of course  ;D

Obbie, I dont know how I would cope if I couldnt get to the shops at least 3 times a week.  No matter how carefully I plan, I always seem to run out of something.  I really dont know how people who live in the remote outback cope.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 28, 2012, 12:50:02 pm
Karen, that sounds like a plan. I go every week( when I'm in town) with a friend. We have a leisurely brekkie and meander to the market about 11ish. Sometimes earlier, sometimes later.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 28, 2012, 02:45:45 pm
Quote from: astarra on September 27, 2012, 01:13:23 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on September 27, 2012, 12:08:18 pm
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into the kitchen this evening and Nigellissima was there on my kitchen bench ;D DH was walking through BigW during his lunch break today and thought I might like it!
Just about to flick through now with a cup of tea and a magnum  ;D

What a thoughtful DH you have Jamberie!! A definate keeper!!  ;)  :D

He sure is Astarra!
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2012, 09:55:09 pm
Karen my pantry is huge, and its full.

My 3 freezers are full too.
 saves heaps of money...
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Post by: fundj&e on September 28, 2012, 11:52:47 pm
 :o look how young  margaret fulton is , i dont know the other lady. frank went to the swap meet this morning and asked him to have a look for same bread books nothing there maybe next week

   
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 29, 2012, 01:28:33 am
Love your new avatar uni  :-*
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Post by: judydawn on September 29, 2012, 01:46:02 am
So do I CP - it was only a matter of time before Uni changed it LOL
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Post by: mcmich on September 29, 2012, 07:51:33 am
Just happened to end up at the shops after work - Bought nigellissima and Zumbarons. Can't wait to try the pancake and maple syrup ones. Also a patient I discharged gave me the October Womens Weekly. Looks like I have my long weekend reading sorted.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 29, 2012, 12:17:10 pm
Uni I have those two books. They are oldies but goodies. Like some of us. :) :)
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Post by: kezza on October 01, 2012, 05:47:16 am
Love both Uni's and CP's new avatars.
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Post by: obbie on October 01, 2012, 08:07:47 am
looks good..keybord stuffed up. kids spilled drinks :o
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Post by: tarasis on October 01, 2012, 08:49:04 am
I should stay clear of this thread, it's normally quite dangerous.
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Post by: Halex on October 01, 2012, 08:53:54 am
2nd lunch?

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/01/2y3udydu.jpg)
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Post by: tarasis on October 01, 2012, 09:52:35 am
Oh that looks yummy. Is that garlic bread?
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Post by: Meagan on October 01, 2012, 02:24:52 pm
Pizza Bianca would be my guess
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Post by: tarasis on October 01, 2012, 10:37:38 pm
Thanks Meagan, not come across that before.
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Post by: Halex on October 01, 2012, 11:04:14 pm
Quote from: Meagan on October 01, 2012, 02:24:52 pm
Pizza Bianca would be my guess
Yes Pizza Bianca, its on the reciipe cards from the Varoma Demo.

H :)
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 02, 2012, 12:08:54 am
It's in the EDC too under the pizza recipe from memory ;) too lazy this morning to get up and check  :-))
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Post by: keiramax on October 02, 2012, 06:57:05 am
I purchased the new Annabel Langbein - Simple Pleasures from Big W.  I have really enjoyed her first book and this one is also filled with some interesting things.
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 06:59:31 am
I bought some of Helene's super scrubbies!!  ;D
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 08:51:45 am
Maddy, I'm missing seeing your latest buys!  ;)
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Post by: Halex on October 02, 2012, 09:23:44 am
2 new tankinis for our trip :)
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 09:33:05 am
My Tupperware I bought on eBay has just arrived! So quick and so much cheaper and it's in cranberry colour which you can't buy anymore! I'm very happy.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 02, 2012, 10:18:07 am
Blast I just killed my Polder Timer (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Polder-898-90-Clock-Timer-Stopwatch/dp/B00004S4U7/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1349169338&sr=8-15) :'( It doesn't like water :o :o I really loved it so ordered another ;)
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Post by: trudy on October 02, 2012, 10:19:46 am
Kt2 did your tupperware come from Australia or was it from on of the sites in Malaysia?
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 10:28:35 am
Quote from: trudy on October 02, 2012, 10:19:46 am
Kt2 did your tupperware come from Australia or was it from on of the sites in Malaysia?

Hi Trudy, it was from Malaysia.  :)
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Post by: trudy on October 02, 2012, 10:30:49 am
Thanks, I had seen them but did wonder if they were the real thing.
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 10:34:35 am
I'm really, really happy with them. Perfect condition and really quick delivery. Delivery time was estimated for the 10th October but arrived today! It's a bit sad that I'm so excited over Tupperware!!  :-))
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Post by: obbie on October 02, 2012, 10:52:52 am
My DH as just worked how to sign in here,  anyway I bought my tupperware from malasyisa, it was perfect.
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Post by: Amanda on October 02, 2012, 10:56:09 am
I interviewed her for my blog here -
http://www.lambsearsandhoney.com/2012/09/meet-annabel-langbein-author-of-simple-pleasures-her-19th-cookbook/

I also made her teriyaki sauce yesterday - it's great!

Quote from: keiramax on October 02, 2012, 06:57:05 am
I purchased the new Annabel Langbein - Simple Pleasures from Big W.  I have really enjoyed her first book and this one is also filled with some interesting things.
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Post by: goldfish on October 02, 2012, 11:19:45 am
Thanks! I enjoyed reading that, Amanda.  I already have several of her books . .  and I'll be adding Simple Pleasures very soon.
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Post by: maddy on October 02, 2012, 12:29:11 pm
Quote from: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 08:51:45 am
Maddy, I'm missing seeing your latest buys!  ;)

 :P I've been good....but tomorrow is another day  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 02, 2012, 12:51:56 pm
Took DH with me today to the shopping centre nearest us, something I don't usually do but at least that way I knew he was OK and the bonus was that I didn't have to rush like I usually do to get back home to him. We ended up having lunch there.

With some birthday money I bought 5 charms for a Pandora bracelet I received for my birthday, 2 pairs of Maseur sandals from the chemist, a little safe type thingy to fix to a wall outside & which will hold keys to the house (have no idea how to open it to put the keys in though as I'm doing what the instructions say but it isn't working :-)) and other odds and ends.
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Post by: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 01:20:58 pm
Quote from: maddy on October 02, 2012, 12:29:11 pm
Quote from: kt2 on October 02, 2012, 08:51:45 am
Maddy, I'm missing seeing your latest buys!  ;)

 :P I've been good....but tomorrow is another day  ;D

That's the spirit!!!  ;D
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Post by: Tasty on October 02, 2012, 01:39:25 pm
Quote
With some birthday money I bought a little safe type thingy to fix to a wall outside & which will hold keys to the house (have no idea how to open it to put the keys in though as I'm doing what the instructions say but it isn't working :-)) and other odds and ends.

We have one of those JD. It can only fit a couple of keys. I'm not sure if it's the same as yours but it can be quite hard to work out at first. Did you chose 4 separate numbers? WIth our one you can't repeat numbers.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 02, 2012, 02:00:09 pm
I may be able to help you with that JD. Do you have the one with a like a bicycle combination that you need to line up, or has it got a pin pad? Can you take a pic of it?
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Post by: judydawn on October 02, 2012, 02:09:23 pm
It has a pin pad and you have to use 5 - 7 numbers (I used 5) but no number can be repeated (I adhered to this).  There is no pin number preset in it so it just tells you to put your number in and if it was done correctly  ???, it would open for you to insert the keys.  It won't open >:(
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 02, 2012, 02:48:38 pm
Press RESET, then put in your PIN number, and then slide the OPEN button down as you take off the cover. If you muck up, press reset and start again. Let  me know what happens...
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Post by: judydawn on October 02, 2012, 02:56:12 pm
I've done all that heaps of times CP, the open button just will not slide down.  I think I have a dud  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 02, 2012, 03:41:11 pm
Usually there is a factory pin like 0000 or 1234 to start with? You may have a dud that wouldnt be out of the equationl. if you can't open it take it back and get them to show you how to program your pin and open it. Such a waste f time, but these lock boxes are fantastic and well worth having.
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Post by: andiesenji on October 02, 2012, 08:12:41 pm
I hope it's made better than the key locks they use here when a house is for sale. Several homes were burgled when a bolt cutter was used to remove the key safes and they were smashed open with a sledge hammer out of sight of the neighbors. 
The perps were teens who vandalized what they couldn't carry away. 
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Post by: meganjane on October 02, 2012, 08:27:15 pm
Grrr, I hate vandalism!

I've bought a few things of late, even though I'm meant to be not spending due to second house in Albany!

Had to buy a new vacuum cleaner as my old Dyson DC02 finally carked it. I bought a Miele  (http://www.miele.com.au/au/domestic/products/floorcare_models_S_4582_CleanAir-23956.htm). It's brilliant! I have mostly tiles with mats and it does a great job. It lifts the mats off the floor, the suction is so strong!

Also have bought a gorgeous Titan Chef's knife (http://www.belpard.com.au/ProductDetails/kitchen/55/424/Titan-International-Chef's-Knife) and a couple of Stoneline Frypans (http://www.stoneline.com.au/store/4/22/2-Piece-Professional) plus the wok for our Albany house.

Loved the snake story earlier in this thread! One very brave mum, those dugites are nasty.
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Post by: mcmich on October 02, 2012, 09:35:04 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 02, 2012, 12:51:56 pm
Took DH with me today to the shopping centre nearest us, something I don't usually do but at least that way I knew he was OK and the bonus was that I didn't have to rush like I usually do to get back home to him. We ended up having lunch there.

That would have been a nice day Judy. Shopping for jewellery and then lunch.
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2012, 12:37:59 am
It is a bit of a worry Andie but in our situation we definitely need to have a key outside somewhere although DH remembering the pin number to tell emergency workers is another matter ;)

Thanks CP, it looks as if that is my only course of action.

It was a nice, leisurely day Michele and DH got to people watch which he is good at.
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Post by: JulieO on October 03, 2012, 06:04:41 am
Today I ordered 2 more solid sheets (Excaliber) for my dehydrator and also a pack of 8 mesh sheets (already have 2) for when drying smaller things.  :)

Tomorrow we are getting the tallest, biggest pine tree you could imagine,  plus 4 other trees removed from our property.  I'm always worried whenever we get a strong wind as the pine tree would fall on our house.  It also makes a lot of mess when the little things that grow into pine cones get blown off the tree and find their way under our veranda, it's a constant clean up job.  It is worth the few thousand it's costing to get them removed, stumps and all.  :D
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Post by: Yvette on October 03, 2012, 06:08:18 am
Hope the trees come down ok Julie.

We have had quite a few trees removed over the years, it is very expensive though
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2012, 06:14:55 am
That's a big, noisy, messy job Julie but one worth doing before they do come down on the house. 
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Post by: maddy on October 03, 2012, 07:37:47 am
Quote from: JulieO on October 03, 2012, 06:04:41 am
Tomorrow we are getting the tallest, biggest pine tree you could imagine,  plus 4 other trees removed from our property.  I'm always worried whenever we get a strong wind as the pine tree would fall on our house.  It also makes a lot of mess when the little things that grow into pine cones get blown off the tree and find their way under our veranda, it's a constant clean up job.  It is worth the few thousand it's costing to get them removed, stumps and all.  :D

be nice to open up the space too Julie.
One of Hubby's previous jobs was tree lopping.  We had so many here, and some of them were quite dangerous as well.
unfortunately you could say he is chainsaw happy, and  removed 2 trees he shouldn't have...he wore my wrath for many days!  :P
that chainsaw doesn't touch any wood now unless I say so  ;)
I can't believe when we first moved here, he wanted to chop down a giant willow tree down the back...instead I insisted we build a BBQ area around it, and its now a wonderful spot to entertain....Men  :-)) LOL
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Post by: Nikkit on October 03, 2012, 07:51:29 am
Just come home from food shopping with Miss 11 and Miss almost 16 and somehow managed to do "the wander" through the shops. Melted the credit card on clothes and shoes for Miss 11 the fashionista, and even Miss 16 was in the mood and has new jeans and shirts. I scored a pair of sandals for summer.
Then we did food shopping and then had to visit the new Masters store near here. I think that may be my new favourite shop! I rang hubby and have banned him from it - he loves shiny things to add to his shed ('cos he loves it when other blokes come into his shed and go 'phwoar, you got one of them...nice!').
I think I may have to stay home for the rest of the school holidays, or leave the girls at home if I have to go out...they are expensive!
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Post by: JulieO on October 03, 2012, 09:05:43 am
Sounds like a lovely spot Maddy.  :D 

They are cutting the 4 just outside our fence tomorrow, then either Friday or next week depending on how far they get, they have to take down some of our fence so they can get to the big one.  I don't really care about the noise or mess while it's being done, just want them gone, though I know we will miss the shade in the summer.  Still, can't have everything.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2012, 10:32:47 am
I am so good at the moment......
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Post by: shan_k on October 03, 2012, 11:07:24 am
My tupperware arrived today (also from Malaysia!) - am very happy with it :) should have a new steam mop arriving this week too....I need weeks like these to distract me from work which is very hectic right now. It seems rather sad though to be excited about cleaning out my pantry and mopping the floor!
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Post by: andiesenji on October 03, 2012, 08:46:24 pm
JD I have a stainless steel bead chain that I wear around my neck whenever I leave the house for any reason. It has my "Medic-Alert" information and my name and address on a tag and I also have a house key on it.
I have been known to absent-mindedly click the automatic lock on the back door just going outside to one of the sheds or the garage.
Having the house key around my neck is much safer that carrying it in a pocket and if I'm in an accident or collapse while out walking, my emergency info is right there.

I won't trust a key outside any other way.  Magnetic vehicle key "safes" are no longer safe either because thieves now use strong, rare-earth magnets on sticks and run them under the edges all around vehicles and the magnets are so strong they will pull the key safe off the underside of the car.

No matter what people invent to foil thieves, they manage to find ways around them.
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Post by: Emme on October 03, 2012, 09:35:19 pm
JulieO hope all goes well today with the tree cutting.

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2012, 11:28:35 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on October 03, 2012, 08:46:24 pm
JD I have a stainless steel bead chain that I wear around my neck whenever I leave the house for any reason. It has my "Medic-Alert" information and my name and address on a tag and I also have a house key on it.

But what happens if you collapse inside and there is no-one else around Andie - how are emergency service or friends going to get to you?  That's my problem - if anything happens to me and my DH is in bed, he cannot get out to help me.  He has a phone at the side of his bed so could call someone but how can they get in if there is no key outside for them?  That's my quandary.  I was told they would smash the door down but I would prefer they walked through the door than did that.  Leaving a key with neighbours would only work some of the time as they go away a lot and relatives are not that close either.
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:36:09 pm
There is probably no perfect solution in your case Judy. Emergency services may have to break the door down anyway if DH can't remember the combination to the key box.
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:38:40 pm
I have thought of something. What about a medi alert where you press the button and it goes to a call centre that will ring the ambulance if needed and you would leave the combination with them? Don't know what the fee is for that?
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Post by: maddy on October 03, 2012, 11:41:51 pm
no I didn't buy this....but it made me smile

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/52620fa1cbaa4de338d24afc174cf1d1.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on October 03, 2012, 11:42:22 pm
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:45:22 pm
Very funny Maddy, where did you see that? I have a few girl friends I could give that to for Chrissy.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on October 03, 2012, 11:49:49 pm
You could save the lock box code in DH's phone Judy so he has it permanently saved  :)
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Post by: maddy on October 03, 2012, 11:50:11 pm
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:45:22 pm
Very funny Maddy, where did you see that? I have a few girl friends I could give that to for Chrissy.

Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/DIES-WITH-TUPPERWARE-Coffee-Metallic/dp/B004L3XQNA/ref=sr_1_79?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1349304491&sr=1-79&keywords=Tupperware
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Post by: Emme on October 03, 2012, 11:57:19 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 03, 2012, 11:47:53 pm
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:38:40 pm
I have thought of something. What about a medi alert where you press the button and it goes to a call centre that will ring the ambulance if needed and you would leave the combination with them? Don't know what the fee is for that?
There is a Care Alert alarm that is worn on the wrist or around the neck that does not have monitoring fees.  Can hold up to 5 numbers of people to call and it starts with the first number and if that does not answer it will call the next one listed and so on.  Still does not solve the problem of the key though unless someone on that list has the code.
Marie
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Post by: Emme on October 03, 2012, 11:58:23 pm
Quote from: maddy on October 03, 2012, 11:41:51 pm
no I didn't buy this....but it made me smile

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/52620fa1cbaa4de338d24afc174cf1d1.jpg)
My mum would have qualified for that Maddy  ;D
Marie
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2012, 11:59:54 pm
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2012, 11:38:40 pm
I have thought of something. What about a medi alert where you press the button and it goes to a call centre that will ring the ambulance if needed and you would leave the combination with them? Don't know what the fee is for that?

I have been given a Care alert smart dialler Michele for Geoff to press if I am at the shops or Mum's place around the corner for 1/2 hour but if he has a seizure and I am not here, of course it comes on so suddenly that he wouldn't have time to press it (this is the one Marie alluded to).  That system would work if something happened to me whilst he was in bed - of course I am the first person the call goes to, then the neighbour followed by relatives and OOO (this is how they tell you to programme it).  I haven't set it up yet though as I'm waiting for someone to do it for me (SIL due down soon so I was going to ask him).  I would have to give keys to several people by the looks of it which was why I thought the key safe idea would be a good one.  I had guessed the ambulance people would need to know the combination to the safe too.

Quote from: Mama Fergie on October 03, 2012, 11:49:49 pm
You could save the lock box code in DH's phone Judy so he has it permanently saved  :)

That sounds a good idea MF as I doubt he would remember it when/if needed.  I also think he would even forget to look for it in the phone if needed, his memory is so much worse since the last episode.
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Post by: mcmich on October 04, 2012, 12:15:39 am
They aren't 100%. My FIL lay on the floor for 14 hours before he had the presence of mind to press the button.

I'm glad he is in a very nice hostel now.
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Post by: judydawn on October 04, 2012, 12:48:39 am
You're right Michele - by the time we need these sorts of things our minds are generally not as sharp.  You have much more peace of mind now that your FIL is being cared for.  mmmm.......... no, I can't do that yet ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 04, 2012, 01:42:39 am
There are different medic alerts that you push the button for and it goes to so many programed numbers.

Have you checked with your local ambulance station for ideas Judy. :)
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Post by: mcmich on October 04, 2012, 01:58:53 am
Sigh.. saw the postie coming up the drive and thought it would be the pizza maker but no it was the wine we ordered.
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Post by: astarra on October 04, 2012, 01:59:53 am
Least you will be able to drown your sorrows, Michele!! ;)
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Post by: Yvette on October 04, 2012, 02:06:27 am
Oh no Mich hopefully tomorrow  :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on October 04, 2012, 02:32:38 am
Enjoy your wine Michele  :)
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Post by: obbie on October 04, 2012, 04:12:45 am
Enjoy the wine Michelle,   ;D ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 04, 2012, 04:16:55 am
 Michelle ,You better keep some wine to have a toast to the first pizza out of the oven..
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Post by: Mama Fergie on October 04, 2012, 04:19:48 am
 :D LOL..... If Michele drinks it all there won't be any pizzas   ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 04, 2012, 06:35:47 am
So true, it will be more like "get your own pizza"  ;D
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Post by: tarasis on October 04, 2012, 08:28:02 am
Sounds fine Michele you can have the night off then.
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Post by: mcmich on October 04, 2012, 08:34:37 am
Can see you've done this before Rob.  :D
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Post by: tarasis on October 04, 2012, 08:42:40 am
*whistles* I can neither confirm nor deny
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Post by: judydawn on October 04, 2012, 08:44:52 am
Quote from: obbie on October 04, 2012, 01:42:39 am
There are different medic alerts that you push the button for and it goes to so many programed numbers.

Have you checked with your local ambulance station for ideas Judy. :)

No but I will get around to doing that Robyn.
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Post by: obbie on October 04, 2012, 11:57:11 am
My best friend is a ambulance / paramedic.   just a idea Judy :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 05, 2012, 08:51:30 am
Today I did some ME shopping on-line at Victoria's Secret, can't wait until it comes  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 05, 2012, 09:09:34 am
Nice Suzanne.  8)
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Post by: obbie on October 05, 2012, 10:53:03 am
Suzanne go for it..... ;D
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Post by: JulieO on October 05, 2012, 11:53:41 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on October 05, 2012, 08:51:30 am
Today I did some ME shopping on-line at Victoria's Secret, can't wait until it comes  ;D

(http://www.onlinepetcart.com.au/images/Ooh_la_la.JPG)  suzanne!   ;D
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Post by: tarasis on October 05, 2012, 01:26:25 pm
*perfectly innocently* what did you get  :-))

Always on the lookout for new ideas for the missus  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 05, 2012, 01:41:56 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 02, 2012, 02:09:23 pm
It has a pin pad and you have to use 5 - 7 numbers (I used 5) but no number can be repeated (I adhered to this).  There is no pin number preset in it so it just tells you to put your number in and if it was done correctly  ???, it would open for you to insert the keys.  It won't open >:(

Well we are in business at last.  Step-son here today so I handed it over to him to open and would you believe it opened first time for him  ???  He did exactly the same as what I and my neighbour had done so all I can say is that we must have loosened it for him ;D  Problem No. 1 fixed but then the next problem was how to save the pin number.  In the written instructions it never mentioned how to save the pin at all but he did find diagrams of different steps and there was something there which was hard to follow.  Eventually though we bumbled our way through and it is now ready to go and be installed somewhere. I was pleased he had so much trouble, I thought it was just me.  He enjoyed the challenge though, it's always good to win these things and increase your knowledge just that little bit.
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Post by: mcmich on October 05, 2012, 02:03:56 pm
Good that's sorted Judy. :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 05, 2012, 03:57:23 pm
Quote from: tarasis on October 05, 2012, 01:26:25 pm
*perfectly innocently* what did you get  :-))

Always on the lookout for new ideas for the missus  ;D

It was fun I usually shop for the kids all the time so it was nice, I got a few sets of underwear, 2 cocktail/evening dresses,a summer dress, a pair of bathers and jeans, they are good for sizing and I think  price wise  it was really good  ;D

Judy sounds like it was all a little confusing but glad you have it all sorted now  :)
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Post by: obbie on October 05, 2012, 10:14:50 pm
Glad you worked it out Judy.  I am shopping today, will let you know.
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Post by: cecilia on October 06, 2012, 05:32:59 am
LOL.  You could be right, dede!

I must just give a plug for http://www.oliveoilsoapfactory.com.au/ which we visited at Forumfest.  I made a few purchases on the day but felt the need for "a bit" of online shopping afterwards and have been delighted with the random selection of soaps sent to me.

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Post by: obbie on October 06, 2012, 10:00:01 am
I went shopping...

we bought  all up, clothes for my daughter, 6 pairs of shoes , kids, DH and 1 for me.
I bought a vege twister, saved $20, wine glasses, and 2 cookbooks on mini pies, quiches, and 1 on cake pops.

very happy.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2012, 10:31:01 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/06/mepuvygu.jpg)

I'm glad to be back in the land of Internet users at last. I bought one of these this morning. I always thought they were a gimmick and waste of money. I have now changed my mind. I have never peeled, cored and cut apples so fast.
I'm having trouble with the photo, on to tapatalk.
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Post by: judydawn on October 06, 2012, 10:44:44 am
Nice to have you back Cookie.  I have one of those apple corers/peelers but everytime I use it, I have to re-learn how to do it which takes me longer than doing it by hand.  It's obvious I don't use it very much or I would get the hang of it quicker.
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Post by: maddy on October 06, 2012, 12:18:17 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/61880ce317b3bca630c1530d7cbacf0a.jpg)

Love her blog, love the book!  Myers had 30% off cook books, so it came down to $34.
If you want to order this book online, make sure it has the friands  on the cover, and NOT the cover featuring the pie (cover with the pie is in American measures)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9f4662b44ed4d511882bf8d229c5c5d9.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/97d33d08043db87a48d314f22b383ede.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c1468f6878cfc1cacd2218f4089d6dbc.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7704572c6f7410ca0cc9f09ec75c87b8.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/824aef21678fdd8d3d60004b7acff4bf.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on October 06, 2012, 12:21:11 pm
OMG I should really stop looking at this thread....I picked up those cute cookie cutters and friand tins yesterday at the shops but put them back down again (trying to be good)...now I'm thinking I might need to go back tomorrow! Your purchases look so exciting Maddy!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2012, 12:32:00 pm
Maddy I love you book what katie ate, would you recommend it? I really do want to show some restraint and wait for the ebook tho. Just love those cookie cutters too, where did you pick them up from?

On the shopping front, we bought 14 bottles of mixed bubbles and sav blancs from Brookwood Estate in Margaret River after a glorious lunch overlooking this:
(http://i811.photobucket.com/albums/zz34/CreamPuff63_photos/4573C3C0-002E-441A-8FCC-E8A9800F447F-4750-000008305A28CC71.jpg)

When the bottle of bubbly was finished the owner asked if we wanted more, and she just popped out to the cellar and poured my DD a glass free of charge. She would have poured me one too if I'd wanted. True hospitality and we'll definitely be back because of the friendly atmosphere. They've just won a few gold medals so I hope (for our sake) they don't get too popular  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2012, 12:55:24 pm
Lovely CP, it looks so peaceful.

Maddy I almost bought the Katie book today at Big W. I don't know how much it was.  I did buy DD the Jamie's 15 minute meals though and she bought me Zumborons for Christmas.
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Post by: kt2 on October 06, 2012, 01:00:00 pm
I did buy the book What Katie Ate at big w today - cost $36. Haven't looked at it yet as DH doesn't know I bought it! Have to wait a couple of days then I can say " what, this old book ....... I've had it for AGES!!!"  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2012, 01:07:22 pm
Put a small spill onto it.  :)
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Post by: kt2 on October 06, 2012, 01:09:29 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 06, 2012, 01:07:22 pm
Put a small spill onto it.  :)

Lol!  :D Good idea!!! A nice coffee ring on the front! ( And Tim Tam crumbs squashed in next to it!)  ;D
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Post by: djinni373 on October 06, 2012, 01:22:09 pm
Quote from: kt2 on October 06, 2012, 01:09:29 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 06, 2012, 01:07:22 pm
Put a small spill onto it.  :)

Lol!  :D Good idea!!! A nice coffee ring on the front! ( And Tim Tam crumbs squashed in next to it!)  ;D
Ooohhh what a fabulous idea  ;D ;D  You girls are a very bad influence, but you sure do brighten a day :D :D
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Post by: goldfish on October 06, 2012, 02:14:09 pm
Fell in love with Maddy's side of the cup cookie cutters and while scooting around some websites to find them I came across this on how to make your own. 

http://thebearfootbaker.com/2012/02/side-of-the-cup-cookies/

(Still want a set like Maddy's though!! ;D )
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Post by: maddy on October 06, 2012, 04:46:43 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2012, 12:32:00 pm
Maddy I love you book what katie ate, would you recommend it? I really do want to show some restraint and wait for the ebook tho. Just love those cookie cutters too, where did you pick them up from?

Need to have a good read through, but will let you know  ;)
Roughly 50% is from her blog...I like the layout, and her photos of course gorgeous as expected.
The biscuit cutters are bakers secret ones, picked them up at Myers today.
....your day at the winery sounds fabulous puffs!  8)
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Post by: obbie on October 06, 2012, 11:19:27 pm
I did well then with my little shopping I did. :)

Winery sounds good CP.
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Post by: maddy on October 07, 2012, 12:15:46 am
I also picked up an agnolotti maker (Davis & Waddell)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a581528f8b661751ddf21e19f1cab5cb.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on October 07, 2012, 05:49:25 am
Will try and wait for your review on the book Maddy and thanks for the tip re picture on the cover.
CP that spot looks absolutely lovely, glad you enjoyed your day.
Have been given a biscuit forcer or press.  Does anyone have one and if you do what recipe do you use?  No recipe with it.

Marie
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Post by: JulieO on October 07, 2012, 02:20:59 pm
Emme, this recipe came with my press, I've just added the KA reference as that was what I used to make them.  It's an old photo, so not that great, but at least you can see that it worked.  :)

Shortbread Cookies (recipe that came with machine)
500g flour
250g sugar
250g butter melted gently on the stove top
Pinch salt
60-90ml milk
2 tsp cocoa – optional
3 egg yolks

Using a knob of butter, grease 2 cookie sheets (NOT non-stick) evenly and refrigerate before using. Preheat oven 180C.

Place flour, salt and sugar into KA bowl.  Use beater on speed 2 to incorporate the ingredients thoroughly.  Pour in the yolks and mix on speed 2 for a few secs, then add the melted butter and then the milk.  I needed about 80ml all up.  Use your hands to squish together until completely uniform and soft.

Unscrew the closing ring (bottom of cylinder) and raise the piston.  Fill the entire cylinder with some of the dough.  Insert the desired die plate into the closing ring.
The raised part of the die plate must be facing downwards.  Screw the closing ring onto the cylinder.

Choose size of the biscuits by rotating the regular pos 1 for small, pos 2 for large.
Turn the knob so that the jack on the lever meets the notches on the rod.  Pump the lever a few times until the dough comes out of the holes evenly.  Remove this and put back with rest of dough.

Place the machine on the cold cookie sheet and push the lever downwards.
Raise the lever and lift up the machine and continue making more cookies.

Place cookie sheet into the oven and bake for approx 15-20 mins or until starting to turn golden on the edges.
Once cooked remove from oven and allow to cool for a min then lift off to a cooling rack. Decorate to taste.

Wash all parts in hot water and mild soap.  Rinse and dry with a cloth.  Never wash in the dishwasher.

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/Sweet/thur004-1.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on October 07, 2012, 09:03:39 pm
Thank you JulieO that is great, really appreciate your trouble, just what I wanted.  Photo is wonderful. Have printed it out. The shapes look the same as what I have.
 Marie  :)
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Post by: keiramax on October 08, 2012, 01:57:24 am
Went to Red Hill market on Saturday and picked up some cookie cutters from Bisk Art. (santa, reindeer, and 2 dinosaurs) Also got some tea towels, calico bag and creamed honey.

The dinosaur cookie cutters have worked a treat with my daughter, have stamped out potato, pumpkin, sandwiches and they all get eaten.  Will have to try other shapes, maybe small heart carrots etc
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 08, 2012, 03:43:58 am
I bought this to go with our christmas lights

(http://i1245.photobucket.com/albums/gg583/suzanne381/1bresize.jpg)
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 08, 2012, 04:30:37 am
my DH would kill me if I purchased any more Christmas lights ... believes you could see our house from the moon as it it  ;D ;D but then again I am sure he pretends to be the Grinch in disguise as he will help me put up all my Christmas lights and decorations even if he does grumble under his breath a LOT little  ;)
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 08, 2012, 04:37:30 am
Yes they like to complain but secretly love it, we don't have a lot last year was our first Christmas with lights but it looks pretty and I LOVE CHRISTMAS
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 08, 2012, 04:52:53 am
Hi, my name is Kathryn and I LOVE CHRISTMAS TOO  :D :D :D

I have been collecting lights for about hmmm 21 years since my first DS was born so it takes us a while to put them up and down  ;)
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Post by: Delightful Den on October 08, 2012, 05:14:14 am
We don't have many out side lights but my DW makes up for it in inside decorations. We have a 7 or 8 foot tree and we can't get all of our decoration on it.  We have about nine 50 litre plastic tubs of decorations plus a couple of tea chests. Then there is the fake fireplace the 3 Christmas trees etc etc.

Bah Humbug.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 08, 2012, 05:15:56 am
But it's so much fun isn't it, 21yrs wow I have been wanting to do it for a while and last year bit the bullet not going to go over board but I just want it to look pretty and christmasy (don't even think that's a word  ;D) can't wait until the end of November
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Post by: KarenH on October 08, 2012, 05:17:25 am
OMG DD - that is an awful lot of decorations!  Christmas must truly be wonderful at your house!

I wonder how many Maddy has ......... I bet she has a few too  ;) ;)
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 08, 2012, 05:22:37 am
Lol DD I didn't include our 8ft tree and the *whistles* number of plastic tubs in the shed with decorations etc  ;D ;D We choose a colour theme each year for inside and all my decorations are in colour co-ordinated boxes in the shed. If we see a pretty new colour we choose that to go with something that we already have in the shed. DD has already seen a pretty new colour this year that she wants to have ... don't know where on earth she gets it from  :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: mcmich on October 08, 2012, 05:54:08 am
Quote from: KarenH on October 08, 2012, 05:17:25 am
OMG DD - that is an awful lot of decorations!  Christmas must truly be wonderful at your house!

I wonder how many Maddy has ......... I bet she has a few too  ;) ;)
There is a Christmas Tree thread  (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5052.0) Karen. Maddy has a tree that is very girly, very pretty, very Maddy.
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Post by: kezza on October 08, 2012, 10:53:36 am
Lovely view CP.  I haven't been to that winery so will definitely go there when down south again.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2012, 11:41:31 am
I love Christmas too, but DH is the Grinch. He dislikes it.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 08, 2012, 12:04:14 pm
I've just had a lovely time reading through the Christmas tree thread. I bought the kids a pressssie today and it's in the cupboard hidden until Christmas. I can't believe I've started thinking about it already  :(
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 08, 2012, 12:08:25 pm
I read through the whole thread this afternoon as well ES, the shops are beginning to look like Christmas too  ;D

My tree never looks as pretty as those in the thread though, I always have a picture in my head of how my tree will look but once the kids decorate it, it's usually lob sided and very strange looking but I still LOVE it  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 09, 2012, 01:52:22 pm
Our tree is never symmetrical or a special colour. I still use all the decorations DD made for me when she was at school and little gifts I have received for the tree over the years. It doesn't look much to others but to me it does.
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Post by: mcmich on October 10, 2012, 04:29:41 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 09, 2012, 01:52:22 pm
Our tree is never symmetrical or a special colour. I still use all the decorations DD made for me when she was at school and little gifts I have received for the tree over the years. It doesn't look much to others but to me it does.
Cookie I have a smaller tree that is about 4 foot that I put up with the children's efforts from school. I even have a few of my SKIDS decorations that they have made too, not as many, still it's the talking point for them each Christmas as they reminisce.
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2012, 05:22:07 am
My oldest boy recently got his first loose tooth, and in anticipation of the tooth fairies arrival, bought this Tooth Fairy Box from a lovely man at the Salamanca Markets in Hobart.   The box is shaped like a molar tooth, and has a little drawer to put the tooth in for the fairies to come and get  ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on October 10, 2012, 05:31:46 am
Oh that is the most beautiful tooth holder thingy I've ever seen! I especially like that it is gender neutral!
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Post by: Yvette on October 10, 2012, 05:34:36 am
Very cute Karen, mine used to have a little cushion with a little bit on the front  :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 10, 2012, 05:43:38 am
That's soooo cute. my kdis have little pewter holders.
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Post by: obbie on October 10, 2012, 06:01:55 am
My kids have little tooth fairy ceramic boxes :)
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Post by: mcmich on October 10, 2012, 06:13:29 am
Very nice Karen. My children just put them under their pillow - gross now I think about it.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 10, 2012, 06:35:33 am
We use an eggcup, tried under the pillow once with DD's first tooth do you think I could get it out from under there without disturbing her, nope so next time it was an eggcup and has been for the other kids too  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 10, 2012, 06:38:02 am
Gorgeous tooth holder, and something to treasure even if the teeth aren't
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Post by: judydawn on October 10, 2012, 07:09:56 am
That is a gorgeous tooth holder Karen, so different to anything I've seen before. 

As kids there was no such thing as the tooth fairy in our house but it is such a special event for children of today and I've bought both of my GKs their tooth holder.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 10, 2012, 07:27:13 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 10, 2012, 06:13:29 am
My children just put them under their pillow - gross now I think about it.
My kids did as well Michele :D :D
Wonderful box Karen :)
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Post by: mcmich on October 10, 2012, 07:33:20 am
Oohh CC - a box is a much nicer idea. How did our children ever survive?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 10, 2012, 07:43:12 am
They just did  :D
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Post by: faffa_70 on October 10, 2012, 09:30:04 am
lol mine put theirs in a glass of water to wash it for the tooth fairy so I can tip it straight down the sink as I have a THING about teeth  :-)) :-)) Love the box though, and it's uniqueness  :)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 10, 2012, 11:19:19 am
I remember when my little GS was staying with me (quite a few years back) and he lost a tooth, he left it in the bathroom on the bench so the tooth fairy took it and left him $2,   in the morning he was looking for the tooth, I had to tell him it was collected my the toothfairy, he was not impressed he WANTED the tooth back to take home to show his Mum.
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Post by: JulieO on October 10, 2012, 12:40:53 pm
I ordered one of these today for my iPad.  Will especially be good when we go away and I use my iPad instead of my laptop, will be able to type properly.  It forms into a case so will be good protection too.  I've bought a couple of the Wallee products and found them very good quality so didn't hesitate buying this. Reasonable price too.  :D

http://www.studioproper.com.au/products/ipad-case-with-keyboard
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Post by: meganjane on October 10, 2012, 01:14:53 pm
That looks great JulieO. It's a pain trying to use the iPad keyboard sometimes. I'm always clicking delete instead of 'm'.

I've been pretty good lately, though have had to buy a few things for our Albany house. A Stanley Rogers knife block, Tupperware - the pantry pack, really nice sheets. That's about it as the previous owner left loads of stuff.

I'm not even THINKING about Xmas right now! I hate that time of year as it's harvest time and really, really stressful. Late nights, early mornings, rain at the wrong time, breakdowns, the list goes on. I love January.
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Post by: maddy on October 10, 2012, 11:06:33 pm
Christmas decorations.  :P :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d622e02652aa1d1e6424aad43a6d8d92.jpg)

X2 for the mantle

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f74e120ac8da57abb9d213891a11eef2.jpg)

.....edible sweet  theme I think this year  ;)
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Post by: kt2 on October 10, 2012, 11:11:33 pm
Great to see your gorgeous decorations Maddy! How are your chickens going? :D
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Post by: maddy on October 10, 2012, 11:25:01 pm
Quote from: kt2 on October 10, 2012, 11:11:33 pm
How are your chickens going? :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b97beb113ed4a43ffc12312106cd4aec.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b9edb55fdd0d85976756851e69588712.jpg)

We had 3 eggs infertile, 1 chick wasn't formed properly, and one very small one has died, but the rest are going strong  :)
We now have some miniature ducks cooking up now.
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Post by: judydawn on October 10, 2012, 11:33:27 pm
Poor chickens/ducks - they start their lives in a cooker and end in the same way  ;D  So cute, are they that colour due to their breed?  I always associate new chicks with being mainly yellow.

Christmas in your house would be something to see maddy - a different theme every year, wherever do you find room to store last year's decorations?
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2012, 11:45:31 pm
After getting the special tooth fairy box, DS's tooth came out sometime yesterday, never to be seen again - probably swallowed.  Nothing to put into the box for the tooth fairy to come and get   :( 

Never mind, the fairies were generous and still left a coin overnight  :-X
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Post by: judydawn on October 11, 2012, 12:30:09 am
Oh no, poor kid - what a disappointment.  There's one way of finding it but I wouldn't like to have to go down that path  ;)
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Post by: KarenH on October 11, 2012, 12:32:21 am
Im not going down that path either Judy!  Mind you, if he thought there might be another coin in it for him, DS might well go hunting for it  :o :o 
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Post by: judydawn on October 11, 2012, 12:35:05 am
Hopefully he won't even think of that option Karen  :D :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on October 11, 2012, 12:41:31 am
We bought 3 large wooden nutcracker figures from Myers Christmas display yesterday. One for us and one each for the girls so we all have a matching decoration in our house. 

DW is not happy about Christmas this year.  Youngest DD is not coming home.  This will be the first time that we haven't all been together for Christmas.
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Post by: obbie on October 11, 2012, 12:57:09 am
That happens Den, as they grow up.
It is nice to be together, but not always possible
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 11, 2012, 12:59:08 am
I wish I had that enthusiasm for Xmas decorations, but all  I think about that is its a pain putting up and and a pain to put away. I enjoy others decorations so much more
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Post by: maddy on October 11, 2012, 01:06:12 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 10, 2012, 11:33:27 pm
Poor chickens/ducks - they start their lives in a cooker and end in the same way  ;D  So cute, are they that colour due to their breed? 

LOL...so true Judy  :P
yes, they are mainly dark as chicks then turn into the beautiful black with green shimmer.

Quote from: judydawn on October 10, 2012, 11:33:27 pm
Christmas in your house would be something to see maddy - a different theme every year, wherever do you find room to store last year's decorations?

I have a big shed  :P
I will rotate them all, so they will all see the light of Christmas at some point......I just can't resist buying more!  Xmas OCD I think  ;D

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 11, 2012, 12:59:08 am
I wish I had that enthusiasm for Xmas decorations, but all  I think about that is its a pain putting up and and a pain to put away.

 :P know what your saying puffs!
I love the lead up, the decorating, the planning....but loathe the removal of it all  :P
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Post by: kt2 on October 11, 2012, 01:13:29 am
They're gorgeous Maddy! When are the ducklings due? Can't wait to see them!  :)
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Post by: obbie on October 11, 2012, 02:14:18 am
good tooth fairy
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Post by: Emme on October 11, 2012, 03:08:10 am
I'm afraid our Christmas for the last few years have been very fragmented.  Last year we had two Christmas dinners in 2 days as DS's could not both come on the same day.  They often take the work shift to allow the married men to be with their families.  It looks like it will be the same this year.
 
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 11, 2012, 12:59:08 am
I wish I had that enthusiasm for Xmas decorations, but all  I think about that is its a pain putting up and and a pain to put away. I enjoy others decorations so much more
I am the same CP, I put up the cards, that is it.  If we had GC it would be different. 
With the tooth fairy, the tooth was put in water besides their bed.  I did not know there were tooth boxes available.  LOL
Marie
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Post by: Jamberie on October 11, 2012, 08:08:46 am
Quote from: Emme on October 11, 2012, 03:08:10 am
I'm afraid our Christmas for the last few years have been very fragmented.  Last year we had two Christmas dinners in 2 days as DS's could not both come on the same day.  They often take the work shift to allow the married men to be with their families.  It looks like it will be the same this year.

lp

It's sad that your family's Christmas is fragmented, but by the sounds of things you have really instilled the Christmas spirit to your DDs. That's really thoughtful of them to give up their special day for the sake if the happiness of others  :)  Hopefully it will turn out in the long run as a 'pay it forward' thing.
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Post by: mcmich on October 11, 2012, 08:20:58 am
Quote from: Emme on October 11, 2012, 03:08:10 am
I'm afraid our Christmas for the last few years have been very fragmented.  Last year we had two Christmas dinners in 2 days as DS's could not both come on the same day.  They often take the work shift to allow the married men to be with their families.  It looks like it will be the same this year.
 
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 11, 2012, 12:59:08 am
I wish I had that enthusiasm for Xmas decorations, but all  I think about that is its a pain putting up and and a pain to put away. I enjoy others decorations so much more
I am the same CP, I put up the cards, that is it.  If we had GC it would be different. 
With the tooth fairy, the tooth was put in water besides their bed.  I did not know there were tooth boxes available.  LOL
Marie
It happens Marie. I rarely have all the children together for Christmas Day. There are the inlaws etc. The good thing is that Christmas isn't just one day. There is Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and all the days leading up to New Year. Somewhere there we manage to get together. ;D
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Post by: johnro on October 11, 2012, 09:48:55 am
I love everything about the Christmas season xx and I have the Maddy trait of not being able to resist buying more decorations each year!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 11, 2012, 11:22:33 am
We did the tooth in a glass of water like Kathryn.

Our DD has volunteered to work Part of Christmas day this year so that people with children can have it off. I think it is really because her unfavourite aunt may turn up.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 11, 2012, 11:32:16 am
Love your new avatar Robyn - glam girl shot.
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Post by: Delightful Den on October 11, 2012, 02:27:33 pm
Today I bought a new S&P bread tin, a refillable gas match, a short bread mold and a star biscuit grist as tree kit.
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Post by: mcmich on October 13, 2012, 05:50:26 am
Bought 3 cookbooks, lots of pretty patty pans and a mini madeleine tin.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 13, 2012, 05:53:39 am
I have been looking everywhere Michele for one of those tins,can I ask where you got it from please?
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Post by: mcmich on October 13, 2012, 06:03:51 am
The Essential Ingredient. Newcastle store. I haven't seen one online but haven't actually looked.
I'm sure Maddy would know of a place online if you don't have an Essential Ingredient near you.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 13, 2012, 06:08:37 am
Thanks I don't think we have one of those stores, I did see one in Big W when I didn't want one (always the way) and I have seen one on amazon but don't need to buy anything more from them though I might check out House next week thanks again xx
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Post by: fundj&e on October 13, 2012, 06:47:07 am
ebay have them http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_nkw=madeleine+tin+
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 13, 2012, 06:50:55 am
Thanks for that Uni, gotta love the postage charges though  :-))
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Post by: mcmich on October 13, 2012, 06:53:51 am
Of course...ebay.

I just bought another 2 cookbooks from Booktopia.  Madeleines & Bundt.
With the the one I purchaed the other day and the 3 today thats 6 cookbooks this week.  :o
I have some dim memory that my new years resolution was not to purchase anymore cookbooks or food magazines except Donna Hay.   :-X
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Post by: cookie1 on October 13, 2012, 07:11:59 am
From memory I think I got my Madeleine tin from Big W or somewhere similar. We like them. When we get home I am going to buy the Madeleine's book that Maddy has from Book Depository.
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Post by: Emme on October 13, 2012, 07:33:21 am
In the November issue of Feast there was a silicon madeleine tray (9) holes with the magazine.
Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on October 13, 2012, 10:11:43 am
Oh bip. I have just bought mine and it didn't have anything. I bought it in Foodland in Ceduna.
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Post by: Emme on October 13, 2012, 10:32:34 am
Cookie, my copy came from Woolworths supermarket.

Marie
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Post by: nazar on October 13, 2012, 11:24:04 am
sometimes woolworths has items added to there mags  but it is only for  woolworths customers
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2012, 01:25:29 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on October 13, 2012, 05:53:39 am
I have been looking everywhere Michele for one of those tins,can I ask where you got it from please?

Matchbox kitchenware sell them, or any kitchenware store should have them.
Cookie...the Madeleine book is now on B.D. For $14.97  ;)
Still waiting for it to arrive.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/db3c0209554c0f367345300ccf855516.jpg)

I just bought this, with thanks to goldfish bringing my attention to it!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2e76575751c7357891e6bca100d35b90.jpg)

I'm fully stocked with beans & paste, so looking forward to reading it.
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Post by: kt2 on October 14, 2012, 01:39:31 am
Can't wait to see your creations Maddy!  :)
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Post by: JulieO on October 14, 2012, 04:37:57 am
Maddy I love the look of the Vanilla one (on Amazon).  I pressed the button to request it as an ebook a few weeks ago but I think it will be a while. 

Much prefer them that way now, the ones I have are on my iPad and I can access them anywhere. I especially like being able to expand a recipe to make the print a bit bigger, when it's a little small, plus being backlit is handy also.   It's very rare I actually look through a cookbook after I've initially gone through it.  :-))
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Post by: mcmich on October 14, 2012, 06:19:13 am
I'm hoping for something to bring me up to speed with 2012 for Christmas.
I love my hard copy books and love nothing better than reading a cookbook in the bath with a glass of wine.
I hate how much printing I do with recipes here and on the net.
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Post by: JulieO on October 14, 2012, 06:34:03 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 14, 2012, 06:19:13 am
I hate how much printing I do with recipes here and on the net.

I used to go through so much paper and ink when I used to print off recipes to put into folders.  Stopped that about 2 years ago as I now have all my recipes on my laptop which I can access on my iPad too (dropbox).  If anyone wants a recipe from me I just email them the document and they can print it off themselves.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 14, 2012, 11:08:52 am
Thanks Maddy. I might get the vanilla one too.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 14, 2012, 12:13:20 pm
JulieO can I ask a silly question, how do you get the recipes from the forum to your laptop? Do you cut and paste or use a program? I don't have an iPad but want to reduce the amount of printouts.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on October 14, 2012, 12:29:51 pm
I also don't print recipes any more. If I see one I like in a magazine or book rather than scan and print I just take a picture of it either with ipad or iphone and store it that way on my iPad. I usually see a recipe when I am waiting at the doctors surgery and do get a few weird looks when I take photos of it! But I don't care!,
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Post by: rostess on October 14, 2012, 12:39:13 pm
Sorry to butt in on your thread but I've also been looking for a way to organize recipes I've found on the forum. In the past I copied the main content of the recipe and then pasted it into a word document. Since I use my iPad more than my computer now, that system isn't so convenient. I found an app recently called my recipes and it's quite handy for storing recipes that you find on different websites.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 14, 2012, 12:40:17 pm
What a great idea GHM. I am going to start taking photos too. So we will both get funny looks now.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 14, 2012, 12:44:09 pm
Thanks Rostess, no iPad here, but cut and paste to word doc will work for me for the time being. I think I should start hinting to DH that I want, correction, need an iPad for Christmas.
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2012, 12:49:34 pm
Quote from: rostess on October 14, 2012, 12:39:13 pm
Sorry to butt in on your thread but I've also been looking for a way to organize recipes I've found on the forum. In the past I copied the main content of the recipe and then pasted it into a word document. Since I use my iPad more than my computer now, that system isn't so convenient. I found an app recently called my recipes and it's quite handy for storing recipes that you find on different websites.

Rostess, I mainly use the ipad also and love the Paprika app to store all recipes.  Easy to transfer over, and just by clicking on recipe pic, you can save and insert it easily.  Also you can email it to your desktop if you want to print it off.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 14, 2012, 01:41:47 pm
Paprika for me too
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Post by: JulieO on October 14, 2012, 01:44:38 pm
Kimmy, not a silly question at all.  I typed up a heap of stuff and lost it  :-\ So will try and be brief.

Yes I copy and paste into word docs, any recipes from the net/forum including any accompanying photos so I know what it's supposed to look like  There are different folders for all the different types of food, Beef, Lamb, Pasta, Desserts etc.  TM has a sep section split between Sweet & Savoury. Once a recipe is made, if we liked it, it gets transferred to I guess you could call it my Tried and True section but I add my own photo to the page instead.

If I'm copying out of a cookbook, I will type up the recipes myself under the name of the book and author and will repeat the above for any recipes that I want to keep.  It means I can set out a recipe how I like to and allows me to convert measurements or ingredients to Australian when I'm copying a US or UK recipe.

I work off my laptop in the kitchen which I find handy to make any notes at the time.  I have a keyboard protector so it doesn't get messy.

I just don't have a need for the printed version anymore.  It might seem a lot of trouble what I do, but once you have it sorted into the different categories, it's so easy to keep organised.  I actually enjoy the process of going through a new book/ebook, picking out what I want and then typing them up.  I find it very relaxing.

And because I use Dropbox, I can access all the recipes on my iPad too.  I can't make any changes on the iPad version, but I use it just for viewing on there anyway.

Hope I could be of some help.  :D
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Post by: rostess on October 14, 2012, 03:28:44 pm
My only problem with using my iPad as my cookbook is that my 2 year old usually wants it, and it is guaranteed to keep him distracted while I'm trying to get dinner! I just have to sneak it past him without him seeing ha ha
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Post by: nazar on October 14, 2012, 10:37:45 pm
Quote from: rostess on October 14, 2012, 03:28:44 pm
My only problem with using my iPad as my cookbook is that my 2 year old usually wants it, and it is guaranteed to keep him distracted while I'm trying to get dinner! I just have to sneak it past him without him seeing ha ha

rostess
 l have the same problem we have one  ipad and one laptop and 4 of us who want to use it .
 so its easyier for me to print them out .
 because as soon as ds 4  sees the ipad its l quote ds 4 '' l play crocodile '' and l dont want any arguments when l am trying to cook tea
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 14, 2012, 10:45:15 pm
Thar's exactly why we had to get at second iPad!

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Post by: astarra on October 14, 2012, 11:13:48 pm
I copy and paste the recipes onto a word doc then save them to a USB...that way I can use whatever machine is avaliable at the time...comp, DVD player etc.  :D
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2012, 11:35:36 pm
No, I haven't bought this book, but after my initial thoughts of "are they serious?".....I am now curiously amused  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fab547295336cbc8ec16c40d3469cd99.jpg)

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Post by: astarra on October 15, 2012, 12:06:32 am
I just ordered FFS... :o  :D

(Have been trying to tell myself I don't need it for a while, and I probably don't NEED it, I just WANT it!!) ;)
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Post by: obbie on October 15, 2012, 12:38:41 am
 :D :D :D :D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 15, 2012, 12:53:46 am
It's a beautiful book Astarra you will love it, having been to one of Tenina's cooking classes, when I read the little bits she has at the start it's like she is there talking to me.   :)  such a lovely and entertaining lady.
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Post by: astarra on October 15, 2012, 01:09:45 am
 ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 15, 2012, 03:54:57 am
Thanks JulieO and Astarra great advice and help.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 15, 2012, 03:57:47 am
I bought it last week Astarra, but mum took it to wrap up and give to me for Christmas. I only got a little peek inside but it looks good. Guess I will have to wait a little longer than you.
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Post by: astarra on October 15, 2012, 04:00:59 am
LOL Kimmy - do you have to act surprised when you open it??!  ;)
Awesome present tho, least it will be useful!

And I sure hope it doesn't take til christmas to get here...... ;) :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 15, 2012, 04:04:14 am
Yes act surprised for the children's benefit! Will be exciting, sure yours will come soon, enjoy.
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Post by: mcmich on October 15, 2012, 06:03:06 am
Quote from: maddy on October 14, 2012, 11:35:36 pm
No, I haven't bought this book, but after my initial thoughts of "are they serious?".....I am now curiously amused  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fab547295336cbc8ec16c40d3469cd99.jpg)



Wow, a bit weird but very clever.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2012, 06:59:30 am
I usually know what I am receiving for Christmas but haven't had a look or play so although it isn't a surprise I still look forward to it. 
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Post by: JulieO on October 15, 2012, 08:08:43 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 15, 2012, 06:03:06 am
Quote from: maddy on October 14, 2012, 11:35:36 pm
No, I haven't bought this book, but after my initial thoughts of "are they serious?".....I am now curiously amused  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fab547295336cbc8ec16c40d3469cd99.jpg)



Wow, a bit weird but very clever.

When I first saw this I thought it was something to do (making origami with the toilet paper) while you were sitting on the toilet.  :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 15, 2012, 09:18:08 am
Obviously a person who places a lot of emphasis on relaxing and taking ones time while in the loo.

Do love the flower and the idea -- much better than that book "cooking with poo"  :D
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Post by: JulieO on October 15, 2012, 11:20:38 am
Maybe get both books together, they'd go hand in hand   :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on October 15, 2012, 12:39:35 pm
Astarra definately a worthwhile book.. I love ffs and dinner spinner and whats for dessert lol!!
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Post by: maddy on October 15, 2012, 10:38:38 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 15, 2012, 09:18:08 am
Do love the flower and the idea -- much better than that book "cooking with poo"  :D

LOL...haven't seen that book, but I think every kitchen needs this one  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5879cf090ac15bba514fa8869a9d1773.jpg)

 ;D
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Post by: kt2 on October 15, 2012, 10:56:50 pm
That's hilarious!!!! :D :D :D :D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 15, 2012, 11:01:16 pm
 :D :D :D
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Post by: astarra on October 16, 2012, 12:14:15 am
LOL  ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 16, 2012, 12:35:32 am
And the author is a doctor  :o.    ( ;))
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Post by: obbie on October 16, 2012, 03:56:59 am
so funny.. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: medusa on October 16, 2012, 04:12:54 am
Is there a thread or post that has awesome grocery specials on it?  I wonder if anyone else would be interested in this.  Are specials in the big supermarkets the same Oz wide?  I need to get grocery shopping under control lol.
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Post by: Yvette on October 16, 2012, 04:17:07 am
Medusa my husband has something on his ipad that tells him what is on special. I think there would be different specials available for different states.
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Post by: medusa on October 16, 2012, 04:18:47 am
Quote from: Yvette on October 16, 2012, 04:17:07 am
Medusa my husband has something on his ipad that tells him what is on special. I think there would be different specials available for different states.

Is that an app?  Would you be able to find out for me, my mission this week is to start getting organised and stop spending so much.  I have been watching extreme couponing on you tube and boy I wish we could get some of those discounts here.
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Post by: maddy on October 16, 2012, 04:19:52 am
Quote from: medusa on October 16, 2012, 04:12:54 am
Is there a thread or post that has awesome grocery specials on it?  I wonder if anyone else would be interested in this.  Are specials in the big supermarkets the same Oz wide?  I need to get grocery shopping under control lol.

You can check them all online
Here's the Coles link. http://catalog.coles.com.au/default.aspx
They will differ between the states.
IGA's & woollies can be viewed also.

I am subscribed to www.lasoo.com.au, and you can then check all the catalogue specials for every store around your area.
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Post by: Yvette on October 16, 2012, 04:23:37 am
I will check with him Medusa and let you know, do you have Coles or Woollies near you?
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Post by: medusa on October 16, 2012, 04:24:18 am
both, and IGA.  No excuse really I guess I am just not organised enough
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Post by: Yvette on October 16, 2012, 04:27:39 am
Medusa it is just the Woolies app, it tells you what is on special, what aisle everything is in and you can zap the barcode on an item you have at home and put it on your shopping list
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Post by: goldfish on October 16, 2012, 04:46:49 am
Hi Medusa - have you had a chance to check out Hally's thread challenge on grocery shopping . . ? :D

http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=10115.0
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Post by: Bonsai on October 16, 2012, 01:14:10 pm
I sometimes wonder if going from shop to shop to get specials is worth the extra time and petrol costs!
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Post by: Halex on October 16, 2012, 07:20:40 pm
Quote from: Bonsai on October 16, 2012, 01:14:10 pm
I sometimes wonder if going from shop to shop to get specials is worth the extra time and petrol costs!

No its not, lol

H :)


Hoping to get to Aloa Moana tomorrow,  if I buy will post
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Post by: maddy on October 17, 2012, 12:13:40 am
Quote from: Halex on October 16, 2012, 07:20:40 pm
Hoping to get to Aloa Moana tomorrow,  if I buy will post

Hope your pain eases, and you can get in some shopping (fingers crossed).....isn't Williams & Sonoma there?

well this finally is released for sale, so it's on it's way.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c10119aec4e64804c32835a923d4e508.jpg)

.....hopefully some nice recipes and I can utilise the whim purchase doughnut maker!


Was excited to see this on per-order....but then noticed there's 164 days before release  :o  why they tease you for so long is beyond me  :-\

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/19db37b2a4c677ea2ecbb2bcfdfd7211.jpg)

the first push pop book is good, but the trouble with American publications is some of their ingredients...which we really have no substitute for.  Really annoyed when I read  "1 can of frozen..." or "1 box of...."
I guess I assume from scratch recipes, so in future I will preview them first on Amazon before buying.

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Post by: mcmich on October 17, 2012, 12:34:07 am
Lovely books Maddy. I'm really into making mini and individual at the moment.  :D
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Post by: obbie on October 17, 2012, 12:35:16 am
Hally, I made mini donuts on Sunday for the kids...
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Post by: Wonder on October 17, 2012, 12:38:52 am
i'm purchasing the new Kindle Paperwhite today, I didn't even know it was released until reading the "What are you reading thread" and now I have to have one. I'll be using a US freight forwarder because they haven't got an official release in Australia yet.
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Post by: maddy on October 17, 2012, 12:58:33 am
Good to know what you think of it wonder, when it arrives.

seriously considering updating my vintage classic mobile to an iPhone.....not sure if I'm ready for that change yet  :-\  I can text like a maniac with buttons quote fine  :P  My little pink flip phone needs to sit on charge all day now when not in use   :(

Oh,  another WW book for $10 I added in with the doughnut book...this series will never end, will it?

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Post by: medusa on October 17, 2012, 01:27:09 am
No it isn't worth travelling around for bargains but when they are in the same complex it isn't an issue :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 17, 2012, 06:11:27 am
I agree with you about some of the American cookbooks and their ingredients. I'd much rather cook from scratch, like most people here. However I did buy caramel flavoured choc chips at the supermarket a couple of weeks ago ( I haven't tried them yet), as some recipes call for caramel baking chips, and I assume these will suffice.
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Post by: JulieO on October 17, 2012, 09:21:18 pm
Like the look of the Savoury Bakes Maddy, will keep an eye out for it.  Can't go wrong with WW.  :)
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2012, 12:43:17 am
Today from Williams Soonoma
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2012, 12:46:16 am
Quote from: obbie on October 17, 2012, 12:35:16 am
Hally, I made mini donuts on Sunday for the kids...

Sounds great, where did you get the recipe?


Also loving the new WW book, will buy.

ES, the caramel chips cookie recipe is devine :P
H :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2012, 01:55:15 am
Nice bit of shopping Hally - bet you are happier now  ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 18, 2012, 02:15:21 am
Doughnut maker-Doughnut batter

Just moved this recipe to cakes, so we can keep it.
 :) :)
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Post by: Yvette on October 18, 2012, 02:18:17 am
Nice shopping Hally
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Post by: JulieO on October 18, 2012, 02:54:04 am
Using a voucher for Target that I got for my birthday, I picked up from the Jamie Oliver range,  2 little glass clip-top jars, one containing cracked black pepper and the other sea salt flakes.  Going out for $7.50, I bought them for the jars and little wooden scoop that comes with them more than anything.  The spices are just a bonus  :D

Also a couple of his bowls and some nice drinking glasses that will be perfect for individual trifles, desserts etc. Also the WW Bakes & gratins that Maddy posted about.  :D
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Post by: deedub on October 18, 2012, 04:03:09 am
Hally, I don't know what half those things are, but they look exciting!
I've just ordered some wine to use up a voucher they sent me for my birthday - haven't even unpacked the last lot I bought, obviously need to lift my game! Also shopping around for an on-line high interest savings account as I've just realised the one I'm currently using seems to have dropped it's interest by a few points so now it's pretty well useless.
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Post by: Emme on October 18, 2012, 06:13:26 am
Gald you got to do some shopping at last Hally, hoping your back is continuing to improve.
Will keep an eye out for the WW cookbook, looks interesting.
Haven't seen the caramel chips as yet in the supermarket here, maybe they will get them in for Christmas.
Just read on the other post Julie that you bought the car.  How exciting, I think the reversing camera would be wonderful.

Marie
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2012, 07:05:53 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 18, 2012, 01:55:15 am
Nice bit of shopping Hally - bet you are happier now  ;D

Yes JD love shopping.

Deedub such fun at WS.

Emme, yes god to shop but not much in the clothes dept. never mind.

Happy i was able to get the kitchen stuff, dh said where are you going to put it all.

H :)

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Post by: KarenH on October 19, 2012, 12:15:39 am
I have started buying Christmas decorations early this year - we are having my work Christmas party at our place on 1 December, so I need to be organised early - normally decorations are a last minute thing!  

Found gorgeous tissue paper decorations at www.larkmade.com.au  to hang under our pergola roof

And also some paper star garlands from www.biome.com.au
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Post by: judydawn on October 19, 2012, 12:26:28 am
They look great Karen, you are organised !
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Post by: cookie1 on October 19, 2012, 12:04:54 pm
The caramel chips are lovely in Gert"s Sledging Biscuits
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Post by: Yvette on October 21, 2012, 07:23:06 am
I bought a Dyson 44 DC Animal vac today yay  :o :o :o :o
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 21, 2012, 09:06:44 am
Thanks cookie, I liked the sound of that recipe when Gt posted it, so I'll give it a go next time I make biccies.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 21, 2012, 09:45:35 am
Congratulations on your purchase Yvette. Love anything dyson, makes vacuuming fun.
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Post by: Yvette on October 21, 2012, 09:50:38 am
Yes Kimmyh I gave it a quick try as it is still charging very impressed  :o :o
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Post by: obbie on October 21, 2012, 10:29:10 am
Dyson is great, I  love my vacuum cleaner
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Post by: maddy on October 21, 2012, 11:32:54 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7e182859c4794a841b14a6711770fbe3.jpg)

I have their sweets book, and I love their quirky views in writing.  Their store looks so gorgeous...CC have you been there?

oh, forgot to add that while we were waiting to be served at the telstra store, there happened to be a kitchen shop next door....couldn't resist this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d091085cb3aaf8f7b1c7045ab3f1563e.jpg)

I love when breast cancer awareness products come out  ;)  Happy to support pink!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 22, 2012, 07:24:35 am
I have one of those Maddy but mine is green. I love the fact that it helps make salads look nice.
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Post by: mcmich on October 22, 2012, 07:58:24 am
I have the green one too, the pink is much prettier.

Yesterday I bought a secondhand fridge/freezer for the granny flat. Only a little one 310 litres, 5 yrs old, in really good nick. $120 off gumtree.
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Post by: maddy on October 22, 2012, 08:18:21 am
This purchase was not by choice, but necessity  :-\

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0e178d3eee2beb928b30cf92362f0eab.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b0e8acdaaf6c196a80598073f3bde9a8.jpg)

....just need to add yet another 5 years onto the renovation plans  :-X :-X :-X
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Post by: kt2 on October 22, 2012, 08:22:30 am
Mmmmm Maddy, not one of your most exciting buys!  :P ;)
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Post by: maddy on October 22, 2012, 08:30:15 am
LOL.....I KNOW!
We will be praying to all weather gods to be kind to us this year....I hate the unknown in farming...your success is entirely in the hands of  Mother Nature or your machinery  :-\
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Post by: kt2 on October 22, 2012, 08:32:15 am
Quote from: maddy on October 22, 2012, 08:30:15 am
LOL.....I KNOW!
We will be praying to all weather gods to be kind to us this year....I hate the unknown in farming...your success is entirely in the hands of  Mother Nature or your machinery  :-\

That is so true. Wishing perfect weather your way.  :-*
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 22, 2012, 09:37:22 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/22/guja5aba.jpg)I went to Gaganis today for the first time ever, and it definitely won't be the last time! Next time I need bulk herbs, spices or legumes I know exactly where to go. They even have a kitchen section where I got a milk frothing thermometer, a cupcake plunger and some cute silicon flower moulds. I also bought some arborio rice and organic vanilla bean paste.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 22, 2012, 10:17:39 am
You certainally had a good time.  Where is the shop?   The cupcake plunger looks interesting , is it for icing and decorating , it looks a bit like a cookie plunger I have that I never use , maybe I could resurrect it for this,
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Post by: KarenH on October 22, 2012, 10:50:01 am
Ooooh - Gaganis!  I love that shop ES!!  Last time I was there I bought bulk nuts and seeds, divided them up in snaplock bags, and froze them.  Soooooo much cheaper than in regular supermarkets.  I always come away with an impulse buy or two from there too!
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Post by: obbie on October 22, 2012, 10:56:19 am
I bought that pink vege spirler 2 weeks ago too.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 22, 2012, 10:57:28 am
Brenda, it's a big Greek warehouse in Adelaide. I've been meaning to go for ages. I need to go again when I have more time. I only had about half an hour before I had to get the kids from school. The cupcake plunger is for removing the middle of the cake so that you can pop a filling inside. I want to try it with vanilla cupcakes, filled with lemon curd.
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Post by: Katiej on October 22, 2012, 11:08:07 am
It is an excellent place to visit ES - I often go there, they have so much great stuff.
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Post by: judydawn on October 22, 2012, 01:07:50 pm
Katie's taking me there one day, aren't you Katie ;D 
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Post by: Katiej on October 22, 2012, 09:30:01 pm
Yes JD I'm taking you there one day (soon I hope!).
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Post by: medusa on October 23, 2012, 02:24:39 am
Maddy where did you get the pink vege spiraliser from?  I love that!
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Post by: astarra on October 23, 2012, 04:33:01 am
OK I've done it again...not been able to resist buying myself *another*  early birthday present.... :-))
Quick Fix in the Thermomix.  :D :D :D
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Post by: kt2 on October 23, 2012, 05:02:52 am
Good on you Astarra!   ;)
I think it's a great treat for yourself after your horror night the other night. Was last night better for you and your girls?   :)
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Post by: obbie on October 23, 2012, 05:04:11 am
Astarra, yours is next week too...
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Post by: kt2 on October 23, 2012, 05:17:04 am
Quote from: kt2 on October 23, 2012, 05:02:52 am
Good on you Astarra!   ;)
I think it's a great treat for yourself after your horror night the other night. Was last night better for you and your girls?   :)

It's ok Astarra! Just read on the other thread that you had a much better night with your girls and that they're feeling better. That's great yo hear.  ;D
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Post by: astarra on October 23, 2012, 06:24:11 am
Yes thanx kt2 .... thanx for thinking of us!  :D  :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2012, 07:09:39 am
Ok Adelaide ladies, where is the G........ Place. In case we happen to be going near there in the next few days.

We went on a tour of the Haighs factory this morning. Of course who can resist chocolate when you get 10% off.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/23/sa5e9ahy.jpg)
It will all reach home as we have wrapped it up and hidden it safely. (but we both know where it is)

DH has just reminded me that we also bought a power pack for the tv aerial. !
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Post by: mcmich on October 23, 2012, 07:41:01 am
Wow you have quite a stash there Cookie. Hope it lasts the distance for DD to have a taste.  :D
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Post by: KarenH on October 23, 2012, 09:46:21 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 23, 2012, 07:09:39 am
Ok Adelaide ladies, where is the G........ Place. In case we happen to be going near there in the next few days. 

Sorry Cookie - dont know what you mean by the G....... Place  ??? ???
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:02:10 am
Cookie, do you mean Gaganis Bros? They are at 9 - 13 Bacon Street,  Hindmarsh
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Post by: KarenH on October 23, 2012, 10:12:17 am
Oh .... THAT G....... place!!  Very clever JD  ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:16:43 am
I did think of the other G place Karen but I don't know where that is either LOL
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Post by: KarenH on October 23, 2012, 10:19:17 am
ROFL  ;) ;) ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 23, 2012, 10:21:58 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:16:43 am
I did think of the other G place Karen but I don't know where that is either LOL
Quote from: KarenH on October 23, 2012, 10:19:17 am
ROFL  ;) ;) ;)
:D :D :D :D :D :D You certainly got me laughing.
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Post by: obbie on October 23, 2012, 10:22:56 am
I love shopping, any shopping, including groceries.... :) :)
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Post by: maddy on October 23, 2012, 10:38:18 am
Quote from: medusa on October 23, 2012, 02:24:39 am
Maddy where did you get the pink vege spiraliser from?  I love that!

picked it up from House kitchen wares, but I spotted them for $10 less at POK. http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Betty-Bossi-Pink-Veggie-Twister.aspx

 Looked around around for some more Xmas decorations  :P  quite disappointed really...I think Myers have gone a little downhill  :-\  but in saying that, I spotted the perfect Jube sprays that will fit in perfect for a "sweets" centrepiece I was imagining

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d745f2b2cde5ccd5f1cd657ec63022b9.jpg)

....so I bought 4  :)

In mag heaven...all the Christmas issues are starting to come out, so picked up the BH&G and Aus. Sugarcraft.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2012, 11:05:59 am
I shouldn't have been so lazy and checked back. It is the Gaganis Shop. Thank you for the help Judy.

Now ladies.......what other sort of g place could I possibly mean?. :) :)
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Post by: KarenH on October 23, 2012, 11:08:10 am
Cookie, I wouldn't recommend you visit Gaganis ......  You may not fit all your purchases into the caravan  ;)

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Post by: Jamberie on October 23, 2012, 11:12:13 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 10:16:43 am
I did think of the other G place Karen but I don't know where that is either LOL
OMG LOL!

I really shouldn't look at this thread...I just bought two veggie spiralizers........thanks for the link Maddy  :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 23, 2012, 11:16:41 am
I've just fallen off the couch laughing :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2012, 11:18:38 am
Now I am all embarrassed.  :: ::
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2012, 12:54:17 pm
Sorry Cookie but you set yourself up nicely there  :D
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Post by: Tasty on October 23, 2012, 01:08:39 pm
Ooo I love Haigh's chocolates - MIL brings some over usually when she visits.

I've been to the G place too  ;) My FIL usually brings over Loukanika (Greek sausages) when he visits.
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Post by: Wonder on October 23, 2012, 09:55:17 pm
WOW some interesting sutff going on in Adelaide by the sounds of it  ;D

Maddie, do you use the spiraller much? I was thinking of buying one but worried it's a bit gimicky and will sit in my draw.
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Post by: Yvette on October 23, 2012, 11:53:05 pm
Thanks for the link Maddy just order the pink veggie twister, though it would be good for stir frys etc too
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Post by: KarenH on October 24, 2012, 12:32:42 am
I am interested in hearing what Maddy says about the spiraliser too Wonder.  I had one in my drawer for ages, and recently got rid of it (not a pink one, the green one) because I could never get it to work properly.  I found it fiddly to use, and the veggies spirals kept breaking off really short, and ended up looking like something from the compost bin rather than something pretty on the plate.  Mind you, I am completely willing to admit user-error ......... I dont have much patience for really fiddly things.
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Post by: obbie on October 24, 2012, 02:06:42 am
I bought the pink one a couple of weeks ago. Love it...
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Post by: mcmich on October 24, 2012, 07:45:07 am
I have had the green for a while and love it. I use it at least once a week.
If you can buy the bigger carrots it looks really pretty mixed in with zucchini.  :)
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Post by: KarenH on October 24, 2012, 09:56:41 am
Led astray by Judy  ;) who I think was influenced by Amanda  :D, I ordered this book today from Oz Harvest - which is an organisation concerned with food security and reducing food wastage, which rescues food which would be otherwise thrown out and distributes it to charities.

http://www.lambsearsandhoney.com/

The book is recipes for using up left-overs of food that otherwise might get thrown out, and has recipes from Maggie Beer, George Calombaris, Peter Gilmore, Bill Granger and Neil Perry.

http://www.ozharvest.org/ourimpact.asp
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Post by: thermo18 on October 24, 2012, 10:32:11 am
Went to Woolworth today and they had a special on Women's Weekly (3) in a pack cook books for $14.99 save $23.86, bought one to put away for my daughters christmas. They had two different packs the other was Back to basic, super diet, smart food 101 recipes that won't break the budget,
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/24/yrajymab.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on October 24, 2012, 12:31:16 pm
Thanks for reminding me I ordered that book Karen, it had completely slipped my mind with all that I've had on.   :-))
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Post by: Yvette on October 24, 2012, 11:06:44 pm
Ordered my veggie twister yesterday and just received it this morning 8.45 am pretty good service from Peter's  :D :D
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Post by: maddy on October 24, 2012, 11:16:09 pm
Quote from: Wonder on October 23, 2012, 09:55:17 pm
Maddie, do you use the spiraller much? I was thinking of buying one but worried it's a bit gimicky and will sit in my draw.

only just got it....used that night for dinner.
gimmick - yes....but what gimmick is essential  :P
carrots need to be wider to get the spaghetti spirals, otherwise you end up with little smiley shaped pieces of carrot.
cucumber worked well.
Don't think I would be bothered twisting a bag of carrots though....would take too long!
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2012, 02:13:51 am
My Daughter loves the spiraller, she uses it, then eats the raw carrot.
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Post by: Yvette on October 25, 2012, 02:20:22 am
That's good Robyn hopefully if your DD can use it I can too  :D :D
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2012, 02:21:27 am
Yvette she is only 8, so I think you will be alright. :)

Edit, I paid $39.95, you got a bargain Maddy.
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Post by: deedub on October 25, 2012, 03:26:19 am
That's a good price maddy, I saw them in the shops for $50 - tempted to get one for my friend for Xmas.
I was supposed to be Xmas shopping today, but mainly got stuff for myself! A new bread tin, chopping board, pizza spatula, some more inserts for my recipe folder, and some makeup. I did get one pressie for DD7, and my secret Santa gift, yay!
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2012, 07:30:57 am
finally got my cake pop maker yesterday, after paying for it 2  months ago. :o :o :o

won't be buying from a  ###deal     site anymore.
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Post by: Yvette on October 25, 2012, 11:36:34 pm
Happy cake pop making Robyn  :) :)
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Post by: medusa on October 26, 2012, 02:51:39 am
http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au has free shipping this weekend using the code SHIPNOW at checkout.
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Post by: Halex on October 26, 2012, 02:55:51 am
Popped to the shops, looked at ww books, nearly bought 2 then thought maybe I have them at home.

So left empty handed.

Now thats a first :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 26, 2012, 05:44:50 am
I have always wanted a Michelin man and now I have one. Thanks National Motor Museum. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/26/u9y7usa4.jpg)
He is to put on my cap.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 26, 2012, 05:55:07 am
It's called self control Halex! Well done :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 26, 2012, 06:03:55 am
Glad you found something that interested you there cookie  ;D
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Post by: droverjess on October 27, 2012, 10:23:16 pm
I am not really looking in here.
Just laughing!
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Post by: maddy on October 28, 2012, 06:22:48 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d6a70853980a46ee4d001020c62e5085.jpg)

This candy stripe table runner for Christmas time

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fef43d572562574ce22b1fdcf87e59e4.jpg)

And picked up this bagel book & 2 bone handle palette knifes from the op shop for $3

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/40f9cf93204aed2900517458b36a30ab.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on October 28, 2012, 06:47:16 am
Bought my SS present today

 Not shopping for me at the moment, just spent up on a pressie for me..
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2012, 07:35:45 am
The bagel cookbook looks good Maddy. Did you buy it online?
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2012, 09:55:06 am
It looks as if maddy bought it at an op shop Cookie.
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Post by: mcmich on October 29, 2012, 05:21:39 am
Nice buys Maddy.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 29, 2012, 06:06:13 am
You are so right Judy. I didn't read the small print.
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Post by: Halex on October 29, 2012, 08:05:03 am
Went to PO Box & found these.
Ordered a month or so ago
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/29/y6u6asyq.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 29, 2012, 10:22:09 am
How many people are in Molto's family H? 60 by the looks of all those plates. Now if he knows how to make that simple ....
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Post by: Halex on October 29, 2012, 11:27:28 am
CP, you never know maybe he had many wives & got soul custody of the kids, whats another 20 .........

He is actualy a restraunter.

Love the carnivore book, havent looked at the man wih many talents  book yet :)

H :)
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Post by: goldfish on October 29, 2012, 12:33:45 pm
Quote from: Halex on October 26, 2012, 02:55:51 am
then thought maybe I have them at home.

So left empty handed.

Now thats a first :)

Atta girl!!  have been guilty of that once or twice . . . finding I already had a copy lurking on a bookshelf . . .  ;D ;D
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Post by: goldfish on October 29, 2012, 12:39:51 pm
Quote from: maddy on October 28, 2012, 06:22:48 am

And picked up this bagel book & 2 bone handle palette knifes from the op shop for $3

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/40f9cf93204aed2900517458b36a30ab.jpg)

Cookie1 - you could try one of these . . .

http://www.amazon.com/ultimate-Bagel-Cookbook-Sarah-Maxwell/dp/1861605498

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ultimate-bagel-cookbook-sarah-maxwell/1000299995

http://www.abebooks.com/Ultimate-Bagel-Cookbook-Bagels-way-plain/1734910605/bd

and in Australia . .   http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_trksid=p3907.m570.l1313&_nkw=the+ultimate+bagel+cookbook&_sacat=0&_from=R40

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Post by: TraceTrace on October 29, 2012, 01:27:14 pm
Halex - is Molto Batali related to the other celebrity chef Mario Batali from Iron Chef America? I'm assuming so as it cannot be such a coincidence with the occupation and uncommon surname?
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Post by: Halex on October 29, 2012, 08:48:10 pm
TT, yes I believe so.

H :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 03:44:39 am
My first post on this thread... I think I've done well to avoid it for about 8 months ;D

Today I bought two new cookbooks, ""Saved by Cake" by Marian Keyes, and "Sweet Food" :D
Has anyone else got either of these books?
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Post by: maddy on October 30, 2012, 03:58:18 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 29, 2012, 10:22:09 am
How many people are in Molto's family H? 60 by the looks of all those plates.

LOL  ;D

Quote from: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 03:44:39 am
Today I bought two new cookbooks, ""Saved by Cake" by Marian Keyes, and "Sweet Food" :D
Has anyone else got either of these books?

I have saved by cake Amy....have only flicked through briefly so far.....I saw dymocks were giving it away free with other book purchases, so that's not too encouraging, is it?  :P


FROZZIE....you'd love being in Oz now for all the Christmas mags you can get  ;)
Picked up

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/60b5f0620abbfe3b3c76099355ed4652.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/99b66076c8e5e683ee34bd64fb941d59.jpg)

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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 03:59:39 am
Quote from: maddy on October 30, 2012, 03:58:18 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 03:44:39 am
Today I bought two new cookbooks, ""Saved by Cake" by Marian Keyes, and "Sweet Food" :D
Has anyone else got either of these books?

I have saved by cake Amy....have only flicked through briefly so far.....I saw dymocks were giving it away free with other book purchases, so that's not too encouraging, is it?  :P

.......................nope! :'(
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Post by: obbie on October 30, 2012, 04:00:45 am
I'll have to get the Family Circle mag..
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Post by: KarenH on October 30, 2012, 04:40:29 am
I just walked past Haighs on my way to a meeting - bought a gift for the hard-working secrecaties at work, and just had to buy a little something for me too  ;)
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 30, 2012, 04:40:43 am
Me too Obbie. Can't stop thinking about the cake pop centrepiece on the front cover!
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 04:41:29 am
Nice new avatar Kimmy ;)
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 30, 2012, 04:44:24 am
Thanks Amy it's my first rose from a new standard we planted late winter. It's called Honey Dijon. Isn't that just a yummy sounding name? :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 04:55:25 am
Ooooh, it sure is ;D
My mum is very excited about her roses as well. She picks them for me and puts them in a vase on my desk and then asks me if I can remember which roses they are :-))
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 30, 2012, 04:57:45 am
That is really nice Amy. You have a great mum.
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Post by: astarra on October 30, 2012, 04:58:42 am
Do you remember, Amy?  ;)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 05:03:26 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on October 30, 2012, 04:57:45 am
That is really nice Amy. You have a great mum.

I know, I'm very lucky ;)

Quote from: astarra on October 30, 2012, 04:58:42 am
Do you remember, Amy?  ;)

Umm...... noooo :-)) But I fluke a guess sometimes! ;D
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Post by: astarra on October 30, 2012, 05:05:53 am
LOL
I have rose bushes here but wouldn't know a thing about them - apart from that they are roses and the bushes have pricky bits!! :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 05:28:31 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 03:44:39 am
Today I bought two new cookbooks, ""Saved by Cake" by Marian Keyes, and "Sweet Food" :D
Has anyone else got either of these books?

I have saved by cake Amy....have only flicked through briefly so far.....I saw dymocks were giving it away free with other book purchases, so that's not too encouraging, is it?  :P

FROZZIE....you'd love being in Oz now for all the Christmas mags you can get  ;)
Picked up

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Loving being back for alot.. I dont know how many kitchen shops ive seen since being back but alot and have bought about every magazine out there foodwise and also someone mentioned ww cookbook packs at woolies so bought two of them lol..

There is so much everywhere.. Had to restrain myself the last few days as so much i would buy but nowhere to put it so being very very good.. As soon as dh gets here though and i get my car i can probably store stuff in the boot 😄😄😄

Today finally found kids lunchboxes at smiggle store and some bpa ss drink bottles at a healthfood store with the sports lid as well. ... I cant wait until we find a house so i can also go house and furmiture shopping..
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Post by: astarra on October 30, 2012, 05:30:12 am
Looking forward to seeing what you buy for your new house too, Kim.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 05:32:29 am
Im avoiding all furniture housing shops for the moment 😄😄
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 05:44:56 am
Quote from: astarra on October 30, 2012, 05:05:53 am
LOL
I have rose bushes here but wouldn't know a thing about them - apart from that they are roses and the bushes have pricky bits!! :-))

I learned about the prickly bits when I was 5 and fell off a patio into a rose bush... :o :'(
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Post by: astarra on October 30, 2012, 05:49:37 am
Ouch... :o :'(
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 05:54:55 am
Yeah, apparently I didn't stop screaming for ages :'(

Even icecream wouldn't shut me up :-))
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Post by: obbie on October 30, 2012, 05:57:48 am
I love roses, haves heaps and heaps of bushes at home..
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Post by: maddy on October 30, 2012, 05:59:09 am
Quote from: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 05:28:31 am
Today finally found kids lunchboxes at smiggle store and some bpa ss drink bottles at a healthfood store with the sports lid as well. ... I cant wait until we find a house so i can also go house and furmiture shopping..

How are the kids settling in & looking forward to school?
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 06:11:24 am
The kids are settling in really well thx maddy .. Dd not in anything yet but visited a few kindys and picked up enrolment forms.. Dh wants to enrol her so he does something so waiting another week until he arrives... Ds is getting alot of attention as the kid from france lol.. Dd wants to go to school but keeping her occupied otherwise for the moment as she cant go for the moment..
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2012, 06:16:52 am
Kimmy your rose avatar is beautiful. I have seen so many beautiful climbing roses here in SA that I have told DH that I won't one. I have no where for it to grow though. I hope to have thought of somewhere  by the time we get home.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/30/4a7atu9a.jpg). We went to Angas Park in Angaston this afternoon. I would love to have bought all my Christmas dried fruit but I didn't
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Post by: maddy on October 30, 2012, 06:20:18 am
Quote from: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 06:11:24 am
The kids are settling in really well thx maddy .. Dd not in anything yet but visited a few kindys and picked up enrolment forms.. Dh wants to enrol her so he does something so waiting another week until he arrives... Ds is getting alot of attention as the kid from france lol.. Dd wants to go to school but keeping her occupied otherwise for the moment as she cant go for the moment..

great news Kim  :)
Bet your hanging out for DH to get here! 
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 30, 2012, 06:24:28 am
Angas Park!!! Ohhhhh, I so want to go there!!! ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on October 30, 2012, 07:17:54 am
These would make nice Christmas hampers

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=321

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on October 30, 2012, 07:24:50 am
Thanks Gert - totally agree!  Just ordered some . . . . . . :D
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 08:08:52 am
Quote from: maddy on October 30, 2012, 06:20:18 am
Quote from: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 06:11:24 am
The kids are settling in really well thx maddy .. Dd not in anything yet but visited a few kindys and picked up enrolment forms.. Dh wants to enrol her so he does something so waiting another week until he arrives... Ds is getting alot of attention as the kid from france lol.. Dd wants to go to school but keeping her occupied otherwise for the moment as she cant go for the moment..

great news Kim  :)
Bet your hanging out for DH to get here!

Yes i am.. Only 10 more days to go.. He is hanging out too!!  We work well as a team so feel a bit lost without dh..
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Post by: Halex on October 30, 2012, 08:09:26 am
10 days & counting ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 08:17:17 am
Yep... Cant wait!!! Miss him so much... He is off playing golf today with a friend. Hard life!
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Post by: mcmich on October 30, 2012, 08:25:49 am
The reunion will be oh so sweet Frozzie.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 30, 2012, 08:29:08 am
Counting down the days for you Kim, is this the longest the children have been apart from their Dad?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2012, 08:58:39 am
Oh Gert. I have my eyes nearly covered as I click off the POK site.
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Post by: mcmich on October 30, 2012, 09:12:42 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 30, 2012, 07:17:54 am
These would make nice Christmas hampers

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=321

Gert

They are sold out.  >:(
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 30, 2012, 09:40:45 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 30, 2012, 09:12:42 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 30, 2012, 07:17:54 am
These would make nice Christmas hampers

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=321

Gert

They are sold out.  >:(
No wonder they are lovely.I do like baskets :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on October 30, 2012, 12:09:51 pm
Mcmich that it will..

Jd not from ds but from both dd and ds yes.. When ds was young i used to holiday for a month without dh.. He was Too busy with work but not same now as much older and i think he misses them so much more.. Thank goodness for skype!
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Post by: courton on October 30, 2012, 12:31:22 pm
Three of those baskets wholesale at $30. So POK is selling them for virtually wholesale prices
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Post by: gertbysea on October 30, 2012, 08:09:02 pm
I love POK? Oh dear I fear I have been sucked into this thread again!

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on October 30, 2012, 08:12:25 pm
 ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 12:01:24 am
POK goes into my inbox all the time :)
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Post by: Halex on October 31, 2012, 12:07:54 am
Must not look.

Lucky more mobile, no time for ipad :)
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Post by: stacelee on October 31, 2012, 12:32:19 am
Unfortunately I looked yesterday...was having a bad day at work and indulged in some retail therapy....two of the baskets and a watson bread crock are on their way to me.  Oops...my fingers just slipped and accidentally put in my paypal password.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 31, 2012, 01:38:48 am
Yes stace PayPal needs about ten passwords so that you get them wrong, give up on typing them in and don't buy anything.
Bought family circle Christmas mag today and can't stop looking at cake pop tree on front cover. :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 01:45:32 am
I was really tempted to buy Family Circle, but I have a rule when buying magazines: if I don't have enough money in coins, then I'm not allowed to break a note to buy it :-))

It saves me money ;)
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 02:14:23 am
Amy, I always have coins, not notes....
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 02:21:28 am
My rule wouldn't work for you then Robyn ;D
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Post by: stacelee on October 31, 2012, 02:25:57 am
I never have notes or coins.....I have teenagers!!!!!.....only three more weeks and the oldest is financially independent (sorta!)

The only two magazines I regularly get now are Donna Hay and Superfood Ideas on my iPad.  I also steal Feast from my mother when she has finished it.
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 02:34:53 am
I buy SFI that  is all.
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 02:35:54 am
Quote from: stacelee on October 31, 2012, 02:25:57 am
I never have notes or coins.....I have teenagers!!!!!

We're not all bad. And our intention is merely to lighten our parents wallets so they aren't weighed down as much :-)) ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 02:36:46 am
My kids raid the stash in the cars...
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Post by: cookie1 on October 31, 2012, 05:34:32 am
I buy far too many food magazines. But what the heck.  :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 05:42:24 am
Quote from: obbie on October 31, 2012, 02:36:46 am
My kids raid the stash in the cars...

Mum and SD don't have any stashes lol :-)) But I wouldn't raid them anyway. I would be more likely to slip some more into them ;)
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Post by: mcmich on October 31, 2012, 05:48:03 am
I buy way to many food magazines and cookbooks. I enjoy them so much though.
That's why I keep working to support my shopping habit.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 05:50:50 am
Im addicted to all things cookbook and magazines and gadgets and and and lol but not as bad as maddy so im good 😄😄😄
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 05:54:29 am
I love gadgets, thinking of doing something at the moment..
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Post by: mcmich on October 31, 2012, 05:55:26 am
Quote from: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 05:50:50 am
Im addicted to all things cookbook and magazines and gadgets and and and lol but not as bad as maddy so im good

Of course your good Frozzie, even if you say so yourself.  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 05:59:22 am
Lol why u saying im not??? 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: mcmich on October 31, 2012, 06:00:59 am
 :-X :-X :-X
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 06:02:58 am
What r u thinking of doing robyn without giving too much away?
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 06:10:01 am
Thinking of another business Frozzie, to do while I am here
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 06:49:19 am
Related to the pumps or something for u??
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 06:49:45 am
Unless pumps are your thing :)
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Post by: Tasty on October 31, 2012, 11:21:07 am
Well I had a little spending spree today and bought a Karcher Window Vacuum to make washing windows easier, especially the indoor side (I had it on my wishlist since Decadent Dot mentioned the product on here a while back). Also bought a video camera that has a bonus projector thing on it and so far, it's great! And also a landline with 3 handsets for the larger house.

Oh and some personalised name puzzles as gifts.
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Post by: Frozzie on October 31, 2012, 11:25:47 am
The karcher window vacume is fantastic... 😊
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2012, 06:11:20 pm
i hope my  food dehydrator arrives today  ;D
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Post by: droverjess on October 31, 2012, 08:48:40 pm
Frozzie I feel for you.
My DH and I are a team too...
He now says will be away next week again to help someone.
Good for him, but not so good for me.
Especially while we have all this job limbo. Hey HO. Been apart more in last 3 months than in 8 years.

Why am I on the shopping thread with nothing to spend.....
 Just wondering if I can make pasta without a machine?

Make dough in TMX then what... So am asking the experts on here.

Thanks anyway.
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Post by: Wonder on October 31, 2012, 08:58:55 pm
DJ, I still sometimes make pasta by and even though I've got a machine. Once it's been rested just take small amounts and roll very thinly, for lasagne you don't need to do anything else but if you are wanting to make fettuccine once the dough is very thin, roll up and slice. I'm sure someone else will explain in better detail but it's easy to do, the shape of the sheets isn't as even as going through a machine but nothing you can't fix with a bit of trimming.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 31, 2012, 09:00:49 pm
Well said Wonder was going to say the same thing, getting it thin enough is the trick.
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2012, 09:07:12 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on October 31, 2012, 08:48:40 pm

Make dough in TMX then what... So am asking the experts on here.

i will find the thread for you DJ
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2012, 09:08:19 pm
i found it  ;D

http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=1831.15
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Post by: droverjess on October 31, 2012, 09:13:13 pm
Thank you very much.

Is there a pasta recipe in UK fast and easy cookbook or can you recommend one please? Thanks again.
DJ
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Post by: Halex on October 31, 2012, 09:20:56 pm
Do you mean to make the dough?
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2012, 09:23:41 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on October 31, 2012, 09:13:13 pm
Thank you very much.

Is there a pasta recipe in UK fast and easy cookbook or can you recommend one please? Thanks again.
DJ

DJ one egg per 100gs of flour and 1 teaspoon of oil

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Post by: droverjess on October 31, 2012, 09:30:30 pm
And 00 flour?
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Post by: fundj&e on October 31, 2012, 09:36:15 pm
if you have it yes use 00, I mainly use just plain flour

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Post by: Halex on October 31, 2012, 09:41:33 pm
I use 3 large free range eggs, 300g bakers flour & 1 tbs of  evvo. Makes about 500g, yum.
Just the same as the edc.

H :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 10:07:57 pm
I can't wait until we get our kitchen renovations finished because mum said she would buy me a pasta machine ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 11:44:09 pm
Lucky Amy :D
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 31, 2012, 11:54:32 pm
I know :D Hopefully we win lotto and I can have a pizza machine and an ice cream machine too ;D

Has your magic machine arried yet Robyn? ;) ;) ;)
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2012, 11:55:44 pm
not yet Amy, I must track it again..
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Post by: Halex on November 01, 2012, 01:58:06 am
Popped to House, had spotted this earlier in the week but cohldnt carry it. Today I thought yes I can & it was on sale. Stuffed now though.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/01/y8a2y6u7.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2012, 01:58:45 am
The House store closed down in Cairns...
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Post by: deedub on November 01, 2012, 02:25:15 am
I'm googling portable fans at the moment.... need to get one for the kids' room. Love the look of the Dyson, but not the price!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 01, 2012, 03:05:11 am
Love those day sons too, how cool without blades. Wish someone would buy me one is they are just so snazzy. ATM just buy a $20 one from Coles which probably do the same job
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Post by: Yvette on November 01, 2012, 03:12:31 am
Yes I like the Dyson fans to much safer than the blades, but a tad pricey
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 01, 2012, 04:55:18 am
I love those fans too, I just bought the tower ones for the kids  I think they are fairly safe

I did a lot of shopping for the kids on-line yesterday so it should arrive tomorrow  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on November 01, 2012, 05:17:58 am
I have a dyson bladeless, they are fabulous. My DS 22yrs sticks his head through it.  ??? Makes me such a proud mother  :-))
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 01, 2012, 05:19:19 am
 ;D ;D ;D too funny Michele gotta love the males in our lives
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Post by: Delightful Den on November 01, 2012, 05:20:34 am
Our children always gives us those wonderful moments Michelle. You know the ones where you think you cannot be my child.
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Post by: maddy on November 01, 2012, 05:48:06 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8729c649ffb899720ad52c629311872b.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on November 01, 2012, 05:52:47 am
Wow, Maddy, looks fabulous. How many cookbooks do you think you have?
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Post by: maddy on November 01, 2012, 06:00:11 am
I prefer not to put a number on it Mich.....which is code for I haven't a clue!!!
I this is their 3 rd book, and I just love them  8)
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2012, 06:33:17 am
I will op in here, but I don't think I will be shopping for a while. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 01, 2012, 06:51:28 am
That book looks scrumptious Maddy ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 01, 2012, 11:52:33 am
My rule Maddy is you only have to find one good recipe per cookbook to make it worthwhile!
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Post by: Moptop on November 01, 2012, 12:17:41 pm
I follow your rule too Kimmyh! ;)
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Post by: goldfish on November 01, 2012, 07:12:27 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 01, 2012, 11:52:33 am
My rule Maddy is you only have to find one good recipe per cookbook to make it worthwhile!

Exactly, KimmyH . . . that's something I've maintained for years!! ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 01, 2012, 07:17:36 pm
It's also why I have far too many cookbooks.
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Post by: Halex on November 01, 2012, 09:37:42 pm
I am with that rule too.

Hence I have so many too.

H :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 01, 2012, 09:42:18 pm
Same here  :D
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Post by: Halex on November 01, 2012, 09:46:33 pm
Once I am pain free, another  physio trip today, I am going to make one new recipe from each book I have.

Btw, found a stash of ww books at the back of the pantry :) will get dh to get them down & look through them.

H :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 01, 2012, 10:01:02 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 01, 2012, 11:52:33 am
My rule Maddy is you only have to find one good recipe per cookbook to make it worthwhile!

I must admit that I'm also a follower of this rule ;D
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Post by: astarra on November 01, 2012, 10:57:23 pm
My rule is not that kind... I have to use 1 recipe per $1 I pay for the book - or I don't buy it! I still have ...* lots!*  :)
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2012, 10:58:36 pm
I have heaps of recipie books, but don't use many.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 01, 2012, 11:39:37 pm
Come on Obbie, break them out :)
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2012, 12:01:28 am
Yes Hally, I am going to have a big cooking weekend. :D :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 02, 2012, 12:04:02 am
Are you excited Robyn?  ;D

Stupid question!!!!  ;)
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Post by: Yvette on November 02, 2012, 12:04:17 am
What's on the agenda Robyn?
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2012, 12:09:26 am
Have fun Robyn ;)
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2012, 01:00:46 am
Yes I am excited.. My DD was last night too, when I unpacked it.

 :) :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 02, 2012, 02:25:59 am
Wow Robyn I must have missed the message where you announced it's arrival - how exciting. Can't wait to hear how it goes.
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2012, 03:45:09 am
I can't wait.. I will make heaps this weekend, to practice.

I will report on what I have made..
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 02, 2012, 04:23:29 am
I actually don't know much about the HMP. I will have to look it up ???
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2012, 05:58:09 am
I am jumping up and down with excitement for you Robyn. It must be wonderful.
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Post by: mcmich on November 02, 2012, 06:01:48 am
Very happy for you Robyn.  :D :D
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Post by: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 06:48:38 am
Cant wait to hear all about your adventures Robyn!
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Post by: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 08:56:15 am
Emile Henry 4L (24cm) casserole dish
RRP $216 reduced to $56 at Victorias Basement

http://www.victoriasbasement.com.au/Product_Detail.aspx?ParCatID=&SubCat1=&SubCat2=&ProductID=67656&u=1
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Post by: Katiej on November 02, 2012, 09:03:36 am
Looks nice Karen  :)

Peters of Kensington have an Emile Henry risotto pot as their daily deal today.
(not that we need a risotto pot when we have a TMX!)

Today a book I'd ordered arrived in the post - Maggie Beers "Maggie's Harvest"
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2012, 09:19:09 am
I love that book Katie. It is a pleasure just to sit and read it.
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2012, 09:37:05 am
It's a huge book - I was there when Katie's DH bought it in from their post box. 
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Post by: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 09:39:19 am
It is huge isnt it!  I often fall asleep while reading at night - if that one fell on my face it could break my nose  :D
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2012, 09:46:44 am
You are so funny Karen  :D :D :D
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Post by: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 09:48:40 am
But it's true!!!  That is my biggest problem with reading e-books on the ipad.  I often snooze off and the ipad smacks me in the face .......... hurts much more than any paperback ever did  >:(
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Post by: Frozzie on November 02, 2012, 10:14:52 am
Lmao karen
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 02, 2012, 10:17:43 am
I gave up reading in bed for that reason Karen ;D
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2012, 10:19:07 am
Karen, that is funny
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 02, 2012, 12:13:06 pm
Oh Karen that is really funny. Maybe they should put a little alarm on them like the fridge door thing that beeps when door left open too long.
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Post by: maddy on November 02, 2012, 10:36:44 pm
Quote from: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 09:39:19 am
It is huge isnt it!  I often fall asleep while reading at night - if that one fell on my face it could break my nose  :D

 ;D...and that's why I don't read in bed anymore!  I'm out for the count as soon as head hits pillow.

Um...more Christmas decoration shopping yesterday  :P
I adored these lights in Aldi, so I grabbed 4 buckets of them.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/79d77edc2dfb032eb2e40c777d7b36d8.jpg)

....the colours are ever changing and are so pretty, for LED lights anyway!
I bought some new icicle lights last year, but they're soooo bright, it's blinding!  

And my nutcracker turned up yesterday, he's so gorgeous I bought another one.....purely for symmetry purposes on the mantle  ;) :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/39de8d59444cfce0a5a84b8db1d4b2d5.jpg)

They are 15 inches tall, so you won't miss them  ;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 02, 2012, 10:38:46 pm
How did I know it was going to be pink... ;D
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Post by: goldfish on November 02, 2012, 10:56:20 pm

And my nutcracker turned up yesterday, he's so gorgeous I bought another one.....purely for symmetry purposes on the mantle  ;) :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/39de8d59444cfce0a5a84b8db1d4b2d5.jpg)

They are 15 inches tall, so you won't miss them  ;D
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two of everything is a very sound philosophy, Maddy . . . . purely for symmetry purposes of course!! - couldn't agree more!! ;D ;D
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Post by: astarra on November 03, 2012, 05:19:30 am
Quote from: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 09:48:40 am
But it's true!!!  That is my biggest problem with reading e-books on the ipad.  I often snooze off and the ipad smacks me in the face .......... hurts much more than any paperback ever did  >:(

Can alway lie on your tummy with the ipad on the bed.... ;)
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 03, 2012, 05:21:09 am
Quote from: astarra on November 03, 2012, 05:19:30 am
Quote from: KarenH on November 02, 2012, 09:48:40 am
But it's true!!!  That is my biggest problem with reading e-books on the ipad.  I often snooze off and the ipad smacks me in the face .......... hurts much more than any paperback ever did  >:(

Can alway lie on your tummy with the ipad on the bed.... ;)

And then do a faceplant into the iPad, that would be funny :D :D :D
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Post by: trudy on November 03, 2012, 06:46:52 am
Just brought two more Tessa Kiros cookbooks,  "Apples for Jam" and "Food from Many Greek Kitchens".  Once back from holidays will order her new one "Limoncello & Linen Water".
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Post by: johnro on November 03, 2012, 07:48:02 am
The newest book looks great I had a very long browse while I was in Brisbane a couple of weekends back - her books make such interesting reading and then there are the recipes!!  :)
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Post by: trudy on November 03, 2012, 07:50:18 am
I agree Johnro.  I also had a look at her newest one today and on the Book Depository you can preorder her next one which was a surprise.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 03, 2012, 10:30:32 am
Bought a double pipe loaf tin.  Very old,  possibly 1920's.  worked well,  but good to have 2  TMX bowls. 
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Post by: achookwoman on November 03, 2012, 10:32:40 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/03/hy9u5yse.jpg)


Pipe loaf tin in background.  Pipe loaves on left and SD on right.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 03, 2012, 10:35:36 am
Nice pipe loaves ACW. I have a single pipe loaf tin and cooked in it once and dough came out through hinges. Very messy and not as good looking as yours.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 03, 2012, 11:05:26 am
Excited coz I bought some Crio Bru today.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 03, 2012, 11:19:56 am
What is that GHM and how are you going to use it?
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 03, 2012, 11:50:34 am
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11024
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11457
Hi Kimmyh there is quite a bit of info about Crio Bru on these links as well as the Crio Bru site http://www.criobru.com.au/
am planning on using it in recipes. Just sitting down with a cup of it now, rather than my usual hot chocolate.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 03, 2012, 11:55:57 am
Kim,  that happened to me with my single tin. The trick is to use 480g flour and cut the water down a bit.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 03, 2012, 11:57:46 am
Thanks GHM will investigate further.
Thanks ACW will give this a go next time. Can we rename you bread queen? ;)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 03, 2012, 12:07:32 pm
Quote from: trudy on November 03, 2012, 07:50:18 am
I agree Johnro.  I also had a look at her newest one today and on the Book Depository you can preorder her next one which was a surprise.

Great now u just know im going o have o check them out now lol!!
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Post by: judydawn on November 03, 2012, 12:15:52 pm
Great looking loaves Chookie, could go a slice of one of those right now.  I was only thinking of my pipe tin whilst cleaning my teeth this morning  :-))
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 03, 2012, 12:50:33 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on November 03, 2012, 11:05:26 am
Excited coz I bought some Crio Bru today.

I've been meaning to order some for ages! I can't buy it from any shops down here so I'd have to get mum to order me some through the internet :-)) I might ask her for some for my birthday :D
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Post by: Jamberie on November 04, 2012, 07:17:57 am
Went shopping without DH or DD today  ;D
I refrained. But.......
A cupcake pen -in the hope that my pikelets will look more presentable
A fine squirty bottle for fancy decorating
A jam seive that I hope to use for straining ricotta
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 04, 2012, 07:38:57 am
I like the look of that cupcake pen Jamberie. I might have to have a look in the kitchenware shops tomorrow... ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 04, 2012, 07:40:12 am
What do you do with a cupcake pen  :P
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Post by: mcmich on November 04, 2012, 08:09:13 am
About to ask the same question JD. How does a cupcake pen make your pancakes look better ???
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 04, 2012, 08:12:49 am
 ???  ???  ???
I don't get it either
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 04, 2012, 08:15:44 am
I don't know either, I just like the sound of it! :D :D :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 04, 2012, 08:18:11 am
 ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on November 04, 2012, 08:18:57 am
Haha! I'm hoping it will help me squirt nice, even, circle shaped pikelets as opposed to rough, wobbly shaped and irregular sized ones! It's supposed to help eliminate 'drips' when putting batter where it needs to go I.e.in cupcake pans or my frying pan!
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 04, 2012, 08:20:52 am
Thanks for that Jamberie as my mind was working overtime tring to figure out what a cupcake pen had to do with pikelets  ;)
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 04, 2012, 08:25:42 am
I like the sound of that Jamberie. Good thinking to use it for pikelets too!
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Post by: Jamberie on November 04, 2012, 08:57:56 am
I made the pikelets from the EDC yesterday to take to DD's playgroup,  but they really didn't look very appealing...pikelets are so quick to make, hopefully this little gadget will enable me to make them at last minute for morning teas etc and look more appealing!
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 04, 2012, 09:06:15 am
If they come out messy I always say they are meant to be shape-shifting aliens... :-)) ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on November 04, 2012, 09:16:23 am
Oooh! I like that idea Amy & I think DD2 will too!
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Post by: obbie on November 04, 2012, 08:41:20 pm
aliens, what a great idea
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Post by: cookie1 on November 07, 2012, 11:20:12 am
I saw some of the recipes from this book in the latest WW and decided it may be a good buy.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/07/e4eze2e5.jpg)
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 07, 2012, 11:25:11 am
I agree Cookie but everytime I flip through it at the newsagents I change my mind.
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Post by: courton on November 07, 2012, 11:28:31 am
The latest delicious book called "home cooking" after tasting some of the recipes at the "delicious"  lunch at the Park Hyatt. Btw, one of the door prizes was a thermochef!
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 01:01:25 am
Popped into Kmart & popped out with these. $20 DH & $25 Jamie, how could I say no
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2012, 01:08:47 am
I read somewhere at the weekend that you have to work super fast to get Jamie's meals on the table in 15 minutes Hally, be interesting to see how long it really takes. 

Saying no is easy Hally, you turn your back and walk away  ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 01:13:31 am
Jamies 30 min meals took longer, so I figure these ones will take 30. I borrowed the 30 min one from the library.

Turn my back , not possible ;D
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Post by: blackwood on November 08, 2012, 02:11:41 am
that is a bargain Hallex! I wouldn't say no either! They are the two cookbooks that I've been eyeing off!!! :) Might have to make a visit to Kmart!  ;)

Let us know what you think of them...especially the Jamie one!
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 02:16:13 am
Quote from: blackwood on November 08, 2012, 02:11:41 am
that is a bargain Hallex! I wouldn't say no either! They are the two cookbooks that I've been eyeing off!!! :) Might have to make a visit to Kmart!  ;)

Let us know what you think of them...especially the Jamie one!

Bargian yes, going to sit down for 15 mins & have a look at Jamie for you

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on November 08, 2012, 02:25:53 am
I would like Jamie's book too
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Post by: obbie on November 08, 2012, 02:33:46 am
I love Jamies show 30 minute meals.


He is so organized though..  Books look good.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 08, 2012, 03:03:48 am
Im trying not to buy books as my bookcases are overflowing ;D
But....Booktopia were having a sale last week and I ordered 9 books for less than $30, delivered ( only one was a cookbook :o_)
They arrived yesterday :) :) :)
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 03:05:03 am
15 minute meals, love it, would do nearly all the chicken, beef, lamb & pork recipes. Some pasta & other dishes, imo for $25 its great :)

ES, what a bargain.

DH said last night instead of space we need book shelves ???
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Post by: obbie on November 08, 2012, 03:27:44 am
wish I could cook in 15 minutes
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 03:50:24 am
So do I.

Doing a dish saturday from the book, figure 30  mins
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Post by: Wonder on November 08, 2012, 03:58:00 am
hally will you use teh TMX for many of the recipes?
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 04:09:39 am
Not initialy as I want to see how long tey take, but of course for any chopping. Also still using left hand  a fair bit.

Told dh what we were having for dinner saturday night, he said start at 5.45, eat at 6, I laughed. ;D ;D

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on November 08, 2012, 04:15:31 am
 :D :D :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 08, 2012, 04:17:18 am
I made one of the 15 min meals - it took me 15 min to get all the ingredients out before I even started :D :D
It was still a quick meal though ;)
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 04:29:17 am
The book says get all ingreidents out & pots etc, plus kettle on before you start :)
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Post by: obbie on November 08, 2012, 04:37:55 am
That takes 15 minutes before you start :)
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 05:24:00 am
Quote from: obbie on November 08, 2012, 04:37:55 am
That takes 15 minutes before you start :)

Yes it does, but some great recioes in here.

H :)
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Post by: astarra on November 08, 2012, 05:26:34 am
Look forward to the reviews, H  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2012, 07:21:40 am
That Jamie book is in my wardrobe for DD's Christmas. I like the 30 minute meals one, so I'm sure this will be good.
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 08, 2012, 07:35:15 am
I don't think I could have a meal prepared from scratch in 15 minutes ???

Unless it was Humpty Dumpty and toast soldiers :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 08, 2012, 07:53:25 am
Can do some pasta dishes in that time or simple food like steak, chops with salads etc. or humpy dumpty and toast soldiers  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 10:17:20 am
I will let you all knw, .i figure saturdays 15 min meal is 30 mins :)

Very happy with the book. :)
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Post by: blackwood on November 08, 2012, 11:10:18 am
i just love watching the 30 minute meals show on TV...When I first bough the book, i found the layout a little confusing and it took me a little while to work out what I needed to do. For me,  I think watching the show really helps make sense of what to do for each meal.

Halex, thanks for making time to look at the book...I'm going to check it out! Christmas is coming...  ;D

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Post by: Frozzie on November 08, 2012, 05:53:14 pm
I was watching jamies 15 min meals last night on tv..definately have to be a multi tasker to get the meal done in 15 but still reasonably quick
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Post by: Halex on November 08, 2012, 10:11:10 pm
Def multi-tasking Frozie.

Just read the recipe, to come any where near 15 mins you need to know what your doing. I think it will take me 30mins, it needs pitta bread so I will be making that too, he uses bought pittas.

Nice looking, healthy yummy recipe. I need to buy fetta & an iceberg lettuce. Still should be under budget :)

H :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 09, 2012, 12:10:25 am
Maybe takes 15 mins if your assistants have prepped everything for you before you start 😆
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 09, 2012, 12:11:56 am
lol ;D
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Post by: Halex on November 09, 2012, 01:10:58 am
Yes your right cp. Lol

Anyway most if the recipes look great.

H :)

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Post by: obbie on November 09, 2012, 01:17:41 am
Yes CP, i think Jamie has a team of people that prepare stuff for him, cleans and washes up too. :)
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Post by: astarra on November 09, 2012, 01:21:10 am
Wouldn't that be nice.... oh wait, we do have help...its called a TM!!!  :D
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Post by: achookwoman on November 09, 2012, 06:31:51 am
I have a cup cake pen.  great for the GC to use when making piklets.  I have never used it for Cup cakes.

Have just bought a Mercedes Vito Van,  Secondhand.  Will use it to take rubbish to tip as we don't have a rubbish collection, Will pack it with things we wish to take when there is a fire warning for our area, It will give us a second car as we feel a bit isolated if our other car breaks down. A couple of friends have suggested ,  we could sleep in the back,  and will fit our wheel chairs in the back. Cheeky ha.
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 06:42:09 am
You never know Chookie  ;)  Photo please.  Nice to see you back on, did you ask if you could take 2 days leave  :D :D :-* :-*
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Post by: goldfish on November 09, 2012, 08:25:31 am
 ;D ;D ;D ... no rest ACW!!!!   JD's a stern taskmaster!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Tasty on November 09, 2012, 08:51:27 am
We also watch Jamie's 15min meals now and then. Great but usually expensive ingredients and I agree, you need to know what you're doing for it to take 15 mins.

Today I bought (well had installed) double security doors at the front. Really happy with them - it's that security mesh and I can't believe how clearly you can see out of them. Let's light in, keeps flies out and the breeze can also come through - just in time for summer!!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2012, 09:21:41 am
Chookie your can sounds really good you can also fill it with all your goodies to take to a farmer's market.
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 09:34:46 am
Today I ordered through The Book Depository 19 dinosaur books for GS4 for Christmas - he is dinosaur mad and this lot should keep him busy for a while.
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 09, 2012, 09:37:48 am
Just boring groceries for me today :-)) But I did get some lovely mangoes which is very exciting ;D I'm eating one now and the jiuce is dribbling down my arm and chin :o :D
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 10:12:41 am
and into your computer Amy  ;D
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Post by: Katiej on November 09, 2012, 10:15:15 am
Wow 19 books  :o
That's a lot of reading for Grandma to do.
Imagine the excitement when he opens that parcel!
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 10:27:30 am
Yes but Grandma loves it just as much as he does Katie. We get to snuggle up at the same time.
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 09, 2012, 10:27:55 am
Quote from: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 10:12:41 am
and into your computer Amy  ;D

I like to share Judy ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on November 09, 2012, 10:42:29 am
How lovely Judy.  Enjoy every minute,  it doesn't last for ever. Yesterday we went to Ballarat to watch 2 GC in a concert.  Every child in the Junior school was on the stage at some time.  The little preppies were delightful. OOps,  this is the shopping thread, sorry.
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2012, 11:15:45 am
Well you had to buy a ticket for the show didn't you Chookie so you were shopping.

I've been invited to see my GD in a concert in a week or so's time.  Because of my situation, I have never been able to get to these concerts before but a friend is coming to sit with Geoff so that I can go with DD, SIL and the other Nanny. As GD is giving up dancing next year, DD thought I might like to see this final one.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2012, 11:17:54 am
Chookie I can imagine how proud you were and Judy you will be too.
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 09, 2012, 11:49:56 am
Bought ds7 a new lamp for his bedroom didn't bother checking in the box it was meant to be black with stars took it out and it's pink with butterflies took it back got a refund and went to get another and luck be have it 30% off so an unhappy into a very big happy
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Post by: obbie on November 09, 2012, 09:18:09 pm
Bargain for the lamp
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 09, 2012, 11:05:50 pm
Great deal suzanne! :D But I bet it was it was a pain having to take it back :P
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 10, 2012, 12:49:36 am
Always happens at target last week bought a jumper thinking it was an 8 got it home it was a 16 I think they do it to get me back in the store ::)
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Post by: Halex on November 10, 2012, 02:09:21 am
Jamies 15 minute meal team, photo at back of book
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Post by: Frozzie on November 10, 2012, 02:29:15 am
Lol hally..thats alot of people in à kitchen :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 10, 2012, 03:18:21 am
ROFL - that certainly explains a lot H  :D
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Post by: obbie on November 10, 2012, 03:32:08 am
Thats is why it only takes 15 minutes for him.

all prep work, shopping, done for him, and the dishes too.

shopping 2morow
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Post by: Wonder on November 10, 2012, 06:31:40 am
Not sure if this is too much information but thought it might be of help to others. I received some online shopping yesterday from the UK from an online store called Largecup lingerie. I'm a 10f and sometimes struggle to get bras here. This site has some great stuff and seems to have lots on sale, they also do free delivery to Australia which is what got me to purchase from them. It only took 48 hours from when I ordered for the delivery to reach Australia but another week for Australia Post to deliver them to my door. I also messed up my order originally and the staff where very helpful. I'm not affiliated with them in anyway but will definitely buy through them again.
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 10, 2012, 07:12:21 am
I could only dream Wonder  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2012, 07:28:10 am
That sounds right for Aust Post! 👎👎

I saw and bought part of my SS gift today.  Now I need the other thing I was thinking of.
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 10, 2012, 07:30:54 am
How mysterious cookie.... :-))
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Post by: obbie on November 10, 2012, 07:35:48 am
Thanks Wonder< i will look at the site..

SS anyone got a parcel yet... :)
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Post by: Tasty on November 10, 2012, 09:54:15 am
Happy with our puchase of a new good quality Asko cooktop to replace an old and cr*ppy one we've got. 5 burner large cooktop to fit in smaller hole and it's on special this month for $500 less ;D ;D

Also a new kitchen tap mixer so there is enough space to rinse pots underneath and hopefully better flow and control of the water coming out of tap.

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Post by: Kimmyh on November 10, 2012, 10:08:03 am
Quote from: obbie on November 10, 2012, 07:35:48 am
Thanks Wonder< i will look at the site..

SS anyone got a parcel yet... :)
Nooo.......
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Post by: gertbysea on November 10, 2012, 11:00:08 am
Here is a bargain.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=331

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2012, 11:05:15 am
I'm sure it will come Kimmy. Most of us are still waiting. Only early days yet. 🎄🎄
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Post by: courton on November 10, 2012, 11:53:19 am
Thanks wonder.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 10, 2012, 11:58:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 10, 2012, 11:05:15 am
I'm sure it will come Kimmy. Most of us are still waiting. Only early days yet. 🎄🎄
It is exciting isn't it. Haven't seen too many photos yet either. Love to see all the different wrapped presents and starting guessing what they are!!
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Post by: obbie on November 10, 2012, 10:33:55 pm
I think they will all turn up soon, most are still shopping for them.
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Post by: consumerate on November 10, 2012, 11:38:04 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 10, 2012, 11:00:08 am
Here is a bargain.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=331

Gert

Sure is. I grabbed all five and the slider thing. Have been wanting to replace my micro planes for ages but always hesitating at the price.  I have had two for a long time and they have both become quite blunt.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 10, 2012, 11:53:44 pm
Looked at them, i have a grater & my TM, who would we need these?

H
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Post by: Wonder on November 11, 2012, 12:57:16 am
Hally, I don't think you can beat the micro planes for zesting fruit rind, I find it's not fine enough in the TMX.
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Post by: astarra on November 11, 2012, 01:31:37 am
I either use the TM or a chocolate grater for my zest.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on November 11, 2012, 01:53:27 am
They're great for small quantities and things you want to be precise with. Also, as Wonder said, better result for finely grated citrus rind.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 11, 2012, 02:02:14 am
Missed by that much consumerate. They've sold out :(
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2012, 03:31:03 am
I love my microplane.  I have one of those long, thin ones.
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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 03:35:05 am
I have the same one as Cookie and apart from citrus rind, it's also great for ginger and parmesan to finish off pasta meals.
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Post by: obbie on November 11, 2012, 04:38:58 am
I have a microplane too
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Post by: Amanda on November 11, 2012, 04:55:34 am
I lurve my Microplanes - and they're a whole lot easier to wash up than the TM.  Just have to be sooo carefull.  I received to new ones from the US as a gift last week and used them for the first time on Friday - the wound is still bleeding.  :-\

I accidentally bought 2 new dinner sets from Peter's yesterday morning. They are the Royal Doulton Gordon Ramsay ones in a lovely pale duck egg blue. They will replace the willow pattern that we've eaten off for 22 years now.  I'm hoping that the bloke won't notice the change!  :D

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Post by: obbie on November 11, 2012, 04:57:38 am
guys don't normally notice for 10years :) :) :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 06:18:49 am
It's only a subtle change Amanda  :D :D  Tell him the pattern must have washed off in the dishwasher  ;)
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Post by: maddy on November 11, 2012, 07:07:24 am
Amanda....tell him it was either this dinner set or paper plates!


Well, I have some show & tell, but keep in mind it's over several days, and not just today...I wouldn't want you to think I have a shopping addiction or anything like that  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6fdb77be99bc1303205f0e45fb3103bd.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b7e5bc28c1570f44a16ac8449fc63974.jpg)
day on the green concert tickets for Feb., which will be at the winery just 4 minutes down the road from my place   8)

Some cath kidston goodies, padded oilcloth ipad case, gadget bag & lanyard

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ca4e59b3aaa922d4136ae22e03b31135.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/282d85932dc7d6dd904735d42533557f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a75f0ff6f21cf11f46fdda96e3a86f98.jpg)

The 4 ingredient girl thermo cookbook...worth a look see

Oodles of candy necklaces....just so I could get blue ones for some cool cake pops I'm making at Christmas...also snowflake sprinkles, cordial cup chocolate moulds, and mini jelly beans......these pops better look fantastic, or I'll throw a major tantie over the cost of them!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bf9200cd74255027f8f0594b30333506.jpg)

The most gorgeous, soft, baby pink blanket, and the fur is like tiny rosebuds.....it's my curl up on the couch blanket.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5dbab982e2633c4878a53fdbe380395c.jpg)

And at the same store, I picked up this gorgeous lace hemmed tablecloth.   I've been eyeing it off for at least 18 months, but was too expensive....so I persuaded her to knock it down in price  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/52f6e3b9d8d350e28afb1f7b35558077.jpg)

And for the Christmas stocking for DD....a hoodie featuring what she's crazy about

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/298e378707f6c1900f04dee8c984dfc5.jpg)

llamas & Bananas  :P  why...I have no idea....she's a little quirky   :P

And  tshirt  she will love!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/511689da6165abfb9f64c1b1755ecbc9.jpg)


the end  :)
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Post by: astarra on November 11, 2012, 07:11:45 am
Wow Maddy - some great shopping there.  :D
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Post by: obbie on November 11, 2012, 07:12:00 am
Maddy, there is only 1 Maddy on here....

 Great shopping. :) :) :)

Is the Thermo Chef book any good, worth buying or not..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 11, 2012, 07:18:34 am
Quote from: obbie on November 11, 2012, 07:12:00 am
Is the Thermo Chef book any good, worth buying or not..

haven't got it yet, will report back.  it's advertised to use with all thermo machines.....will be interesting to see  :D

P.S....my shopping bag looks hideously large when all condensed  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 11, 2012, 07:20:02 am
Go for it Maddy, it is the silly season. :) :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 11, 2012, 07:22:21 am
My miss 21mths has a jacket in that pink rosettey fur... it is sooooooooo soft, I can see how nice it would be as a blanket... :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 11, 2012, 08:52:43 am
Great shopping Maddy. Interested to see what you think of the BH&G cookbook. Am thinking if buying it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on November 11, 2012, 09:52:10 am
After being irritated three times today because I didn't have Helene's scrubbies or brushes I finally bit the bullet and ordered them. Have two scrubbies, two brushes and two spatulas headed my way.

I think I need a break from Internet shopping for a while now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 11, 2012, 10:35:07 am
Wow Maddy. I'm jealous  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 10:46:45 am
Maddy wins 'shopper of the year' or should that be 'shopper of the decade'.  Have you always had this problem maddy ;)

Love the pink rosette thingy, too pretty to sit on though.  

Just a bit worried about advertising the TC recipe book (under this rule. 5.4 Links and posts concerning direct competitor (non Thermomix) product sites, courses, recipes, meet ups etc are not allowed and will be removed.)  Perhaps you should remove that picture as I think it contravenes this ruling.  I see Kim's name is the only one mentioned, wonder why the other woman isn't included.
I too would be interested to know what the book is like once you have tried a few things in the TMX.  
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 11, 2012, 10:50:32 am
Well done Maddy some great goodies there.  :D

Amanda I have the same dinner sets in white and just love them.

I also have the matching pasta bowl sets.  :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on November 11, 2012, 10:55:32 am
Lovely shopping Maddy ;D ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 11, 2012, 11:01:23 am
Judy, I removed the pic....sorry, the rules didn't enter my head  :P
I read Kims flying solo now with 4 ingredients, and Rachael has ventured into publishing.
.....and yes, I can outshop the best of them  :D

the rose blanket is just gorgeous!  So heavy and soft....I would like a onesie made out of the material  8)
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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 11:04:40 am
Whatever is a onesie maddy and thanks for removing the picture.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 11, 2012, 11:11:24 am
An adult all in one....check them out  
https://www.google.com.au/search?q=adult+onesie&hl=en&client=safari&tbo=d&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=hIefUL6FMOmViAer4IHYAg&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1024&bih=672
LOL  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 11:16:30 am
Oh yes, one of the girls wore one on Big Brother. 

Do you have the link to that blanket maddy, I'm sure my GD would love one of those for her bed.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on November 11, 2012, 11:17:21 am
Oh dear!! LOL!!!!  ;D ;D ;D

What happens when you need to go to the toilet though? Do you have to strip off out of it  ??? :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 11, 2012, 11:19:52 am
Maybe it has a zip or flap for that kt2!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on November 11, 2012, 11:21:08 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 11, 2012, 11:19:52 am
Maybe it has a zip or flap for that kt2!

You would hope so!!!!!  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 11:23:14 am
Going back 28 years ago, I used to wear what we called jump suits which were all in one silky, slinky after 5 wear - had to strip off everytime you went to the loo and if you were in a hurry and couldn't get the buttons undone, boy you were in trouble  ;D  I loved them, they made me look taller.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 11, 2012, 11:44:14 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 11, 2012, 12:57:16 am
Hally, I don't think you can beat the micro planes for zesting fruit rind, I find it's not fine enough in the TMX.

Thanks Wonder & everyone else, wiil look :)
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 11, 2012, 12:04:50 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 11:23:14 am
Going back 28 years ago, I used to wear what we called jump suits which were all in one silky, slinky after 5 wear - had to strip off everytime you went to the loo and if you were in a hurry and couldn't get the buttons undone, boy you were in trouble  ;D  I loved them, they made me look taller.
Judy that's funny and anything to make us taller is a bonus;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on November 11, 2012, 12:11:38 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 11, 2012, 11:23:14 am
Going back 28 years ago, I used to wear what we called jump suits which were all in one silky, slinky after 5 wear - had to strip off everytime you went to the loo and if you were in a hurry and couldn't get the buttons undone, boy you were in trouble  ;D  I loved them, they made me look taller.

LOL so true Judy - I remember those . . and wore them too!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on November 11, 2012, 12:44:41 pm
DW and I did some Christmas shopping today. WE managed to get on big present for DD2 who is down from the northwest at the moment. She won't be home for Christmas so we are going to wrap it and send it back with her. We also did some "window shopping and planning" for other presents.
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Post by: obbie on November 11, 2012, 08:26:50 pm
I need to go chrissie shopping.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 11, 2012, 08:27:43 pm
I bought these book yesterday and also some work type clothes ..

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 11, 2012, 09:00:44 pm
I did some more online shopping yesterday from the store I mentioned earlier and a few tops for summer.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 12, 2012, 08:25:33 am
Got jamies 15 min meals today .. Picked up at big w for $24 😃
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Post by: achookwoman on November 12, 2012, 09:25:52 am
Maddy,   i love it when you go shopping. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on November 12, 2012, 09:28:36 am
We went to Coles twice and forgot the paper towel both times :-)) Does anyone else do that?
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Post by: dede on November 12, 2012, 09:31:40 am
I'm happy to have brought my present for the secret Santa. :D, just waiting for it to arrive so I can post it off
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 12, 2012, 09:42:35 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on November 12, 2012, 09:28:36 am
We went to Coles twice and forgot the paper towel both times :-)) Does anyone else do that?
No....but many times I come home, pack away groceries and start cooking something only to run out of it there and then.  At least it wasn't toilet paper you forgot!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on November 12, 2012, 10:02:20 am
Quote from: Frozzie on November 12, 2012, 08:25:33 am
Got jamies 15 min meals today .. Picked up at big w for $24 😃

I bought this yesterday too. Haven't had a chance to have a look through it yet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 12, 2012, 11:33:15 pm
Popped into newsagents this morning and look what followed me home! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/13/y2u5eveq.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 12, 2012, 11:36:01 pm
Quote from: Wonder on November 11, 2012, 09:00:44 pm
I did some more online shopping yesterday from the store I mentioned earlier and a few tops for summer.
Hi Wonder what is the store you mentioned where you got some clothes?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 13, 2012, 12:14:13 am
The online store was largecup lingerie and I bought some bathers there this time plus a sports bra, the tops I bought at a local store - sorry for the confusion.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 13, 2012, 12:23:23 am
Duh - I am so dumb.... I was about to post a pic of what I got my SS on here.... :-)) :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 13, 2012, 01:32:02 am
Quote from: astarra on November 13, 2012, 12:23:23 am
Duh - I am so dumb.... I was about to post a pic of what I got my SS on here.... :-)) :-\
Lol :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 13, 2012, 01:49:18 am
lol  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 13, 2012, 03:09:27 am
That thought jusy passed through my mind too astarra. Then i realised it probably wasn't a sensible thing to do. :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 13, 2012, 12:00:57 pm
Quote from: Wonder on November 13, 2012, 12:14:13 am
The online store was largecup lingerie and I bought some bathers there this time plus a sports bra, the tops I bought at a local store - sorry for the confusion.
Thanks for that Wonder, I don't think I will be doing any shopping on a store with that name, I have small boobs!!!! LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 13, 2012, 12:05:48 pm
Middle daughter charly will be 18 on Xmas eve. As part of her gift I stopped by Tiffany on the way how's from work and got her a Tiffany heart, I think she will love it, they are very popular with the young girls.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 13, 2012, 09:51:52 pm
What a great gift GHM. I think any girl of any age would love a gift from Tiffany's.
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Post by: Halex on November 13, 2012, 10:06:28 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on November 13, 2012, 12:05:48 pm
Middle daughter charly will be 18 on Xmas eve. As part of her gift I stopped by Tiffany on the way how's from work and got her a Tiffany heart, I think she will love it, they are very popular with the young girls.

Fantastic pressie, love Tiffanys :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 13, 2012, 10:36:29 pm
Great present GHM, I would love a Tiffany heart.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2012, 01:05:09 am
How lovely GHM.

DD has her birthday on the 31st. I'm still thinking about her gift, but it has to be bought before Christmas otherwise there is nothing left.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 14, 2012, 06:58:41 am
Christmas eve is the best day for a birthday GHM, two days of celebrations!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 14, 2012, 12:15:31 pm
Purchased a tortilla press today. Little bit excited. :):):):):):)
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Post by: obbie on November 14, 2012, 08:45:12 pm
I need to go shopping......
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 14, 2012, 10:12:13 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 14, 2012, 12:15:31 pm
Purchased a tortilla press today. Little bit excited. :):):):):):)

I have looked at them, am interested to see what size they press. Please measure. I didnt think they eoud be big enough & do giu still have to out effort in.

Atm, i have dh as my press :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on November 15, 2012, 04:30:48 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 14, 2012, 12:15:31 pm
Purchased a tortilla press today. Little bit excited. :):):):):):)

I am interested too :) where did you get yours from?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 15, 2012, 04:59:10 am
It's the link on JulieO's beef enchilada recipe just near Maddy's photo. It's the 8" one Maddy bought. I presume that means it makes 8" tortillas. DH is my maker atm but he is too slow! Hope this link works:
http://www.montereyfoods.com.au/cart.php?target=product&product_id=16185&category_id=285
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on November 15, 2012, 10:26:42 am
Meagan,, suggest you try an Indian spice shop. They call it poori press . You will find it is identical but much cheaper than a tortilla press.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 15, 2012, 10:39:01 am
I've just ordered a new kettle and a few  (ie. lots of) other things from POK. I really need to be banned from that website;(
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/953040-Large.jpg
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/453245-Large.jpg
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/635016-Large.jpg
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2012, 10:42:18 am
I visited that online shop today too ES, found 4 dinosaur cookie cutters for just $2 but thought I might as well add a couple of other things whilst I was in the shop  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 15, 2012, 10:44:24 am
I did the same thing, but I think I may have overdone it:)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 15, 2012, 11:38:49 am
Just worked out what POK stands for and am currently resisting the urge to pop online and have a look. Yes...no...yes....no...mmmm
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 15, 2012, 11:45:47 am
Kimmy, it's a very dangerous website to visit. I urge extreme caution
I blame Gert for introducing me to the website  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 15, 2012, 11:51:43 am
ES I bought a heap from them about this time last year. the trouble is i pop on to buy a gift and end up buying for myself. Very dangerous indeed. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2012, 12:08:00 pm
What is the shower cap looking item ES - you will probably say a shower cap  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 15, 2012, 12:57:41 pm
Funnily enough, it is a shower cap ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on November 15, 2012, 01:06:48 pm
Ohooo nice purchases ES :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 15, 2012, 09:09:31 pm
ES, love your purchases :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 15, 2012, 10:07:34 pm
Great purchases ES. Love the kettle - we use a stove top one and it's time to get a new one, hoping I can find a nice coloured one this time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 15, 2012, 11:12:04 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 14, 2012, 12:15:31 pm
Purchased a tortilla press today. Little bit excited. :):):):):):)

they work so well, and the magic liners make it so much easier....just don't drop the thing on your toe!!

Quote from: Wonder on November 15, 2012, 10:07:34 pm
Great purchases ES. Love the kettle - we use a stove top one and it's time to get a new one, hoping I can find a nice coloured one this time.

I spotted cool coloured ones in Myers recently, Delonghi I think they were.....the purple one was really cool, and thought of Faffa immediately!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 15, 2012, 11:46:11 pm
Thanks Maddie, I'll have a look. The choice for stove top is very limited. I would love a Le Creuset one but don't think they bring them into Australia
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 16, 2012, 12:04:52 am
Maddy I wasn't sure about the liners due to cost. Do you reuse them or throw away after use? Will try not to drop on toe, ouch, but no promises. I seem to drop all things in my kitchen. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on November 16, 2012, 12:12:00 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 15, 2012, 11:46:11 pm
Thanks Maddie, I'll have a look. The choice for stove top is very limited. I would love a Le Creuset one but don't think they bring them into Australia

I don't know about Le Creuset but I do know that Le Chasseur (http://www.everten.com.au/Le-Chasseur-Cookware.html)  is available in Australia and it is also an excellent product.

A friend who lives in Victoria bought several pieces a few years ago and we had an extensive discussion about the various brands - I have a lot of Descoware and Copco from the 1960s  (Belgium and Denmark)  and later bought some Le Creuset and Staub enameled cast iron. 
My friend got hers with stainless steel knobs because they can survive higher temps and she has a wood-fired pizza oven which gets very, very hot.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 16, 2012, 12:40:21 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 15, 2012, 11:46:11 pm
Thanks Maddie, I'll have a look. The choice for stove top is very limited. I would love a Le Creuset one but don't think they bring them into Australia

Oops, sorry wonder....I think they were electric ones.

Quote from: Kimmyh on November 16, 2012, 12:04:52 am
Maddy I wasn't sure about the liners due to cost. Do you reuse them or throw away after use?

They are reusable....I used only a small piece to cut and fit the 2 plates of press, but the rest of the roll I use for the oven or bread tins.
I'm sure you could use another product though, that is less expensive....I think Aldi at some point had the similar sorts of liners.

forgot to post what I had bought  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e2747ea2da529cac34dac9aaf44734b7.jpg)

alien costume for DS school concert...the one he really wanted would have given the preppies nightmares!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e0c5b7e302c36d1e3bc2e2695d0505a3.jpg)

I love all things Bento!! So cute....Miss 15 would especially like these things in her lunch box  :P
....and picked up the egg & sushi moulds too.....I'm sure hubby will love a cute rabbit shaped egg on his salad  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b145b2c937cd8ae6b0ffc914dcfe7854.jpg)

And I picked up these old plastic Santa lolly jars at the op shop for 50 cents.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/16a64702465e82b3f046bb9c6fcfa79d.jpg)

I'm going to drill holes in the lid, fill with salt, and use for Cake pops.
DD thinks they're creepy, but she'll get over it  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 16, 2012, 01:38:12 am
maddie I was going to buy the egg molds but then figured we never eat boiled eggs in this house so while cute they would be of little use.

Andie, I've got pieces of both Le Creuset and Le Chasseur and find them both great but haven't found anywhere to purchase the stove top kettle. I'll have another look though because the last time was few years ago.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 16, 2012, 01:40:27 am
Miss6 takes moulded hard boiled eggs to school in her lunchbox - she won't eat 'normal' ones but eats shaped ones no problem.  :-\ . They do look cute tho!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 16, 2012, 01:41:26 am
where do you buy the molds from..
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Post by: astarra on November 16, 2012, 01:43:22 am
I got mine on ebay - had to search Bento I think.  :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 16, 2012, 01:45:41 am
Obbie I saw them on ebay.

Well had a quick look over at POK and there's lots more stove stove kettles available now.

I like this one
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Alessi-Michael-Graves-Black-Kettle-with-Bird-Whistle.aspx (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Alessi-Michael-Graves-Black-Kettle-with-Bird-Whistle.aspx)

but my wallet will like this one
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Rachael-Ray-Red-Curve-Kettle-14L.aspx (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Rachael-Ray-Red-Curve-Kettle-14L.aspx)

or maybe this
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Animal-Kettle-Giraffe-Kettle.aspx (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Animal-Kettle-Giraffe-Kettle.aspx)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 16, 2012, 01:48:22 am
I like the red one wonder.. :)
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Post by: Yvette on November 16, 2012, 02:35:20 am
Yes the red one is a good price  :)
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Post by: VieveMS on November 16, 2012, 02:47:42 am
Wonder, you can buy the Le Creuset kettles at www.lecreuset.com.au (http://www.lecreuset.com.au/Traditional-Kettles.aspx)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on November 16, 2012, 03:18:40 pm
Quote from: courton on November 15, 2012, 10:26:42 am
Meagan,, suggest you try an Indian spice shop. They call it poori press . You will find it is identical but much cheaper than a tortilla press.

Thanks I will do :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 09:48:14 am
Quote from: obbie on November 16, 2012, 01:41:26 am
where do you buy the molds from..

Yep, from eBay Robyn.


well, Hubby sent me out on a mission today to buy him a box of 24 Drumsticks for $ 17.99...on special

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....silly boy....as if I was only going to buy the drumsticks!

From my favourite shop down here, I picked up the large bowl from Pip studios, which I will use for the centrepiece base at Christmas (watch  out for the Christmas tree thread later  ;))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c27e445a1f9a06786351f72e545c515d.jpg)

And added the matching plate

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/09aea02bfbbf0c440d2b87f91b25d0c1.jpg)

And 2 birds that I'll use to top the Yule log I will bake at Xmas

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/35527884f427410f831d91ce2b598492.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3f65509f9535e7d7aad907419b6fdb1d.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/58dc8cf60e65ced71e4eda53505ff6d6.jpg)
How can you resist that cover?

And a couple of bottles of bubbles from the winery down the road

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/90c628efddbb78f6776d5b789252acb9.jpg)

......how can you resist when it's called "Party in the shed"  :P

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 17, 2012, 09:51:56 am
Great purchases Maddie. I've never seen that sparkling before.
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Post by: Moptop on November 17, 2012, 10:03:19 am
Maddy I want to go shopping with you - you find the best stuff  :o

Moptop
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 17, 2012, 10:35:51 am
Oh Maddy, you really are the best shopper. Can't wait to see your Xmas photos and that cake pop dessert looks so yummy :D
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Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:49:17 am
I feel sorry for your ss maddy.. Were you in on that lol!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 11:08:06 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 17, 2012, 09:51:56 am
Great purchases Maddie. I've never seen that sparkling before.

I've tasted it more times than I can count  ;)  :P
here's where they stock
http://www.kurabana.com/cellardoor.htm

Quote from: Moptop on November 17, 2012, 10:03:19 am
Maddy I want to go shopping with you - you find the best stuff  :o

Moptop

I do love to shop, and I guarantee you will be exhausted when finished 8)

Quote from: Kimmyh on November 17, 2012, 10:35:51 am
that cake pop dessert looks so yummy :D

Doesn't it!  probably won't make it for Christmas, but on the to do list.

Quote from: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:49:17 am
I feel sorry for your ss maddy.. Were you in on that lol!!

I am....and my present has already arrived, but I'm showing tremendous willpower and will wait before opening  :)
I really am very easy to buy for, believe it or not....I love lots of things!  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 11:11:20 am
Do you often get presents you already have ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 11:17:12 am
Actually I don't  :) 
I really really love looking for vintage items, or scour the op shops, eBay & etsy......so many hidden gems.
I have no problems with pre-loved goods  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 11:20:53 am
That widens the pool then 😁

Loving vintage and pre loved items certainly would avoid having two of the same item i guess... I have enough trouble finding presents for dh.. Impossible..he never wants anything as i usually have a list a mile long hahaha
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 11:21:32 am
Etsy??? Think you mentioned that before hrrrm will i or wont i lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on November 17, 2012, 11:24:53 am
I haven't done any shopping but DW has managed to make dent in our Christmas shopping. She bought an Apple TV for DD2 to go with LED TV that we bought last week so she could take it home with her. She also bought an outdoor setting and a BBQ for DD1 for her new house.

Just a few little things to go.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on November 17, 2012, 12:36:46 pm
I bought my nieces their Christmas presents today - a beautiful gift box from Lush each.  I had to ask a few of the 12 yo girls in the shop (there were a lot!) which was the best one so I'm pretty confident my nieces will be happy.  I'm just happy to have started the Xmas shopping :)

I have also bought a few icing tools from POK, Victorias Basement and Plenty which I've used to some decorated cookies for Mr 3's birthday.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: meganjane on November 17, 2012, 01:24:45 pm
I've done a bit of online shopping at Innovations, of all things! I bought the Christmas Ornament Storage Box (http://www.innovations.com.au/Product_Detail.aspx?ParentCategoryID=281&CategoryID=282&ProductID=124439) and Wrapping Paper holder etc.
Also, got eldest DS a Plectrum cutter. You can cut plectrums (the thing you strum a guitar with) from old credit cards.

Also, bought a little induction cooker (http://www.innovations.com.au/Product_Detail.aspx?ParentCategoryID=167&CategoryID=44&ProductID=99289) for my workshop. I can heat up the oils for my soap on it instead of having to bring the stockpot over to the house.

I love the idea of the tortilla press. But, I really have enough gadgets!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 08:33:07 pm
I like the tortilla press too but no room here so will have to wait until we are in our own place..

Bought some fondant cutters friday and last night got a full length mirror in whie with jewellery storge... Mum has one and it looks good and has heaps of storage which i need..

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on November 17, 2012, 09:25:36 pm
Girls and DD,  you all buy such fab stuff.  Yesterday I popped into a kitchenware shop to ask a question and came out with a pastry bird, a small star cutter and another bread tin.  Maddy I would also love to come shopping with you ,  but know I wouldn't be able to keep up. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on November 17, 2012, 09:26:48 pm
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New bread tin.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 09:35:04 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on November 17, 2012, 09:25:36 pm
  Maddy I would also love to come shopping with you ,  but know I wouldn't be able to keep up. 

 :D  We'll pop you in a shopping trolley Chookie,  and I'll push you around  :P
I can almost smell your bread..Yummy!
I think any kitchenware is dangerous territory  :)

Kim, that jewellery stand is wonderful.  DD's friend has one, it's so practical.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 09:41:16 pm
I had a carry jewellery box with different compartments but this is so much better.. Can't wait to get it :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 10:01:25 pm
Your gonna need a big house Kim  :P
Hubby here yet?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:04:27 pm
Yes hubby has been here for à week and à day!! :))

Thats ok i survives in Europe where houses are tiny in comparison.. Houses in oz have much more storage and are much bigger so think ill be fine for the first few months anyway lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:05:09 pm
And you must have à big house and garage to fit all your purchases in lol!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 17, 2012, 10:06:23 pm
My home theatre room nows looks like ktchen warehouse :o
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Post by: judydawn on November 17, 2012, 10:08:31 pm
Kim I love that mirror/jewellery stand.  Do you have a link to that please - wish it was my GD's 18th or something special as that would look gorgeous in her white bedroom.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:08:34 pm
Dh has warned me that hé wants the house to look like everything is pût away lol.. Well goodluck with that.. Told him it dépends if the kitchen is big enough and there is enough storage and needs lots of bookshelf Space for my books then all should be fine :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 17, 2012, 10:12:20 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:05:09 pm
And you must have à big house and garage to fit all your purchases in lol!!

tiny house, massive shed  :P 

Quote from: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:04:27 pm
Yes hubby has been here for à week and à day!! :))

Well aren't I behind the times!  :D
What does he think of Oz?  hope you can find a fantastic home soon.

Quote from: Halex on November 17, 2012, 10:06:23 pm
My home theatre room nows looks like ktchen warehouse :o

LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:14:44 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 17, 2012, 10:08:31 pm
Kim I love that mirror/jewellery stand.  Do you have a link to that please - wish it was my GD's 18th or something special as that would look gorgeous in her white bedroom.

Here it is jd.. I got it from thos site as they seemed to have great reviews where as others had comments about broken mirrors etc.  you can find quite a few sites selli g them.. You just search full length mirror storage and voila.. Here is the link for the one i bought however postage was half as much as the item.. We do live more remotely than you though..

http://www2.topbuy.com.au/tbcart/pc/Stylish-Wooden-Mirrored-Jewellery-Multi-Storage-Cabinet-White-p127320.htm?search_words=Mirror%20storage
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 17, 2012, 10:15:03 pm
Hally has a home theater .... :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 17, 2012, 10:22:01 pm
Dh loves oz, loves the weather.. He came from freezing temps!! Main hassle now is getting work sorted so we can get our own place.. As no workhistory in oz we need to wait min 3 months to buy so we will definately be renting short term as i will go nuts staying here long term..

We have just applied for differentjobs the last couple of days so will see how we gothis week... Will be the first time i have been in paid work for manyyears.. My choice.. I hated not working when i was in france..well since the kids were born but now we have family here so will also take some pressure off dh as the sole income provider :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on November 17, 2012, 10:30:12 pm
Quote from: obbie on November 17, 2012, 10:15:03 pm
Hally has a home theater .... :D :D

not any more! ;D ;D  It's probably the most ginormous kitchen pantry in the country!!  Wish I had one!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 17, 2012, 10:38:23 pm
Quote from: goldfish on November 17, 2012, 10:30:12 pm
Quote from: obbie on November 17, 2012, 10:15:03 pm
Hally has a home theater .... :D :D

not any more! ;D ;D  It's probably the most ginormous kitchen pantry in the country!!  Wish I had one!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D

Well you could check out my kitchen gadgets in a lazy boy watching yourfav movie with surround sound. We have 3 lazyboys one for each of us, Then big cushions for extras :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 18, 2012, 01:44:15 am
Thanks for the link Kim, have sent it to DD to see if GD has room in her bedroom for one (and if she likes it).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 18, 2012, 02:11:43 am
Sounds good Hally :)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 18, 2012, 02:23:40 am
Sounds good jd...
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Post by: jeninwa on November 18, 2012, 03:41:49 am
I thought of buying one for my DD for Xmas frozzie, postage to tas was $94.00 😱 and $63.00 to Perth.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2012, 04:42:16 am
I bought an Appletv and thanks to our teenage neighbour it's up and running. I had done most of the setting up, but hit a glitch and he ended up asking Siri for help  :D am in the middle of making him a carrot cake as that is all he wanted for payment. Hope he never leaves home otherwise I'm going to have to stop buying gadgets.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 18, 2012, 04:42:59 am
Yes sometimes postage is a killer... They are available on several sites... Some with cheaper postage than others.. Maybe look at a site locally... ??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 18, 2012, 04:46:01 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2012, 04:42:16 am
I bought an Appletv and thanks to our teenage neighbour it's up and running. I had done most of the setting up, but hit a glitch and he ended up asking Siri for help  :D am in the middle of making him a carrot cake as that is all he wanted for payment. Hope he never leaves home otherwise I'm going to have to stop buying gadgets.

Haha thats pretty good cp.. All he wanted is a carrot cake 😄 much cheaper too than getting a specialist out with call out costs etc... Better bake him whatever he wants 😄😄😄😄
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on November 18, 2012, 05:30:26 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2012, 04:42:16 am
I bought an Appletv and thanks to our teenage neighbour it's up and running. I had done most of the setting up, but hit a glitch and he ended up asking Siri for help  :D am in the middle of making him a carrot cake as that is all he wanted for payment. Hope he never leaves home otherwise I'm going to have to stop buying gadgets.

I love my AppleTV - Here I can get instant view movies from 18 different vendors as well as Netflix - for which I pay 8.99 a month.  A real bargain.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 18, 2012, 05:39:04 am
Bought Quick Fix in the Thermomix & For Foods Sake! But I'm going to have to try to wait until Christmas to use them! I also bought some Crio Bru to see what all the fuss is about...also had a very good look at POK online and Wheel and Barrow....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2012, 07:05:47 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/18/nu2udury.jpg)

DH put up some pod chairs that were delivered on Friday. I purchased these with money from the estate of my brother that passed away in July. Even though he led a very different life to me and we weren't close I'm really glad I used the money for these and a few other outside chairs which we'lll get a lot of use out of.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Moptop on November 18, 2012, 07:21:20 am
Wonder that chair is beautiful . So pleased you found something to remember him by.  Every time you sit in there you will think of your DB I'm sure. Lovely purchase.
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Post by: judydawn on November 18, 2012, 07:23:34 am
I love them too and what a lovely area you have there Wonder.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: chrissa on November 18, 2012, 07:30:59 am
I'm sorry about your brother Wonder, I lost one of my brothers in May but we were really close :(

I love those chairs, I can see myself sitting I one of them.  Now all I need is the pool as the backdrop ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 18, 2012, 07:36:59 am
Wonder every tine you sit in those chairs you will think of your brother, and that is a good thing..

Enjoy :) :) :) :)
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Post by: maddy on November 18, 2012, 07:41:29 am
They're really lovely Wonder!   a beautiful place to sit and reflect.

Oh Chrissa   (http://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/hug/t4615.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/t-hug.php)

I picked up a big bucket of couscous from a friend this afternoon

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2f75b8236943c22a548a52b9e5cb11ca.jpg)

love this stuff!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on November 18, 2012, 07:42:52 am
Wonder,  the pod chairs are lovely and will be a lovely reminder of your brother. You have a beautiful spot there to enjoy them.
Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 18, 2012, 08:17:13 am
Love the pod chairs, what a lovely tribute to him.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2012, 09:03:44 am
Thanks everyone, we have just been out enjoying a late afternoon wine in the chairs and I'm so happy I decided to go ahead and purchase them, we love our backyard and it was lovely Swinging in the chairs watching DS playing basketball. We've spent so much money recently the money from my brother had sort of been spent along the way, but I decided on Thursday to go ahead with the purchase as planned. I'm sure Mum and Dad will be pleased to see how we spent the money as well - something to always remember him by.

Chrissa I'm so to hear about your loss, it's hard regardless of how close and terrible to see your parents going through such pain. - as they say a parent should never have to bury a child.

Maddy,  I've seen that couscous at the shops and wondered what it was like.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 18, 2012, 09:17:07 am
Wonder those chairs are lovely and a nice way to spend the money.. Sorry for the loss of your brother :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 18, 2012, 09:33:57 am
Quote from: Jamberie on November 18, 2012, 05:39:04 am
Bought Quick Fix in the Thermomix & For Foods Sake! But I'm going to have to try to wait until Christmas to use them! I also bought some Crio Bru to see what all the fuss is about...also had a very good look at POK online and Wheel and Barrow....
Mums giving me for foods sake for Xmas. So we can be strong and patient together (just don't read the recipe reviews, they are too tempting)!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 18, 2012, 09:38:12 am
Lol kimmy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 18, 2012, 09:51:55 am
I know Kimmy! Mine are from DH for my birthday but it's Christmas Eve! Yes, no more reading those reviews ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2012, 11:01:22 am
Wonder the chairs are just perfect.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 18, 2012, 08:20:40 pm
Wonder, love the chairs.  We had one similar 40 odd years ago.  When our baby daughter wouldn't sleep ,  we would put her in it and the gentle movement would put her to sleep.  I think they are very relaxing and a lovely way to remember your brother.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2012, 10:52:29 pm
Thinking of buying myself For Food Sake for Christmas so we might all be waiting together.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 18, 2012, 11:14:53 pm
Nice chairs Wonder

Yesterday I bought the dress same as Gert's and a top. Also bought Jamie's 15 minute meals  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 18, 2012, 11:17:26 pm
Quote from: Yvette on November 18, 2012, 11:14:53 pm
Nice chairs Wonder

Yesterday I bought the dress same as Gert's and a top. Also bought Jamie's 15 minute meals  :)

Yvette,oohhh whch recipeare you going to do first :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 18, 2012, 11:54:03 pm
Hally I am going to try the lamb lollipops  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 19, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Such restraint to not use the books before Xmas. I would use them and buy myself something else a little closer to the date  :D I love the pods Wonder, and it looks like the perfect spot to dangle
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 19, 2012, 12:12:17 am
lots of shopping Maddy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 19, 2012, 01:12:32 am
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Free at C with 3 philly purchases, was not on my list,lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2012, 01:25:24 am
I bought this for DD for Christmas. I think it should be an enjoyable read.
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 19, 2012, 01:28:46 am
Quote from: Yvette on November 18, 2012, 11:54:03 pm
Hally I am going to try the lamb lollipops  :)

Looking forward to hearing all about them :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 19, 2012, 01:55:37 am
Gotta ask, What are lamb lollipops?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 19, 2012, 02:23:07 am
Lol cookie...

From what ive seen wonder.. Kids had chicken ones the other day its just méat pushed up on a bone to make à lollypop and thèse ones were crumbed..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 19, 2012, 04:16:31 am
Lamb lollipops are just cutlets he puts garam masala on them and oil then cooks, then makes a curry dipping sauce and then popadums (sorry can't spell) crushed, then you take the cutlet dip in sauce and then popadum crumbs.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 20, 2012, 02:37:11 am
Sound delicious, Yvette.  :)
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Post by: obbie on November 20, 2012, 04:01:01 am
lego..... for kids
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Post by: astarra on November 20, 2012, 04:02:15 am
Great fun, Obbie... :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 20, 2012, 04:02:52 am
so cheap on ebay Astarra
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 20, 2012, 04:04:13 am
We got some on special at Kmart a while back - for cheaper than ebay had it at the time!  :D
I love ebay!!  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on November 20, 2012, 04:22:45 am
I love eBay to but Kmart mid year toy sale has the cheapest Lego. Just need to find a place to store the big boxes.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2012, 05:24:46 am
This came from Book Depository today. I can't wait to use it and thanks Maddy for making me aware of it.
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 06:47:47 am
Ooo i love madelines.. My mil who passed in janiary used to make them.. Yum..the traditional ones of course..  Book looks good cookie.. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2012, 07:24:47 am
It seems to have quite a variety in it. I can't wait to use it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 07:28:00 am
Cant wait for you to tell us what variations you make.. Think i saw it the other day or something similar..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 20, 2012, 07:51:28 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 20, 2012, 05:24:46 am
This came from Book Depository today. I can't wait to use it and thanks Maddy for making me aware of it.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/20/e6e3u4ap.jpg)

They look devine, are they like mini gourmet french cakes
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 08:21:25 am
That book looks lovely I may just purchase one since I did buy myself a madeline tin a few weeks ago and haven't used it yet
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 20, 2012, 08:25:19 am
Like a cake and a biscuit H...I'm still yet to make from this book, or any.....haven't been home much  :-\

well raspberries to that click frenzy thing tonight....have registered but can't even get onto the site  >:(
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 08:26:27 am
Me either Maddy, good in theory  :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 09:01:47 am
Hally more like a divine little cake... So yummy but not really moist but not dry either .. Like a butter cake type texture i guess
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 09:02:26 am
Ok i have been trying to grt ontothis click frenzy site and no deal .. Think its so packed its just impossible to get on. :((
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on November 20, 2012, 09:06:12 am
Go to Ozbargains.com.au.  Towards the bottom of the page is a post that links to all the different offers that the retailers have.  Target have an interesting item included :)...they must be trying to get rid of them.  The post you are looking for is under hot discussion topics.  I'm not in the market for clothes at the moment so there really isn't anything that interests me up there.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 09:06:43 am
Bit of a cop out.. All other pages fast load as usual and clickfrenzy says server not responding lol.. Oh well nowhere to put stuff anyway
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on November 20, 2012, 09:42:17 am
Just saw a news report that the click frenzy site has crashed!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 20, 2012, 09:47:45 am
Yes i think it crashed about an hour ago, i couldnt get on >:(
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Post by: Jamberie on November 20, 2012, 09:48:45 am
If you are on Facebook, the Click Frenzy people are loading links from that....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: chrissa on November 20, 2012, 10:04:36 am
I started trying to get on at 7.15pm and gave up after 40 mins.
:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 20, 2012, 10:08:19 am
Target has a certain appliance on sale
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:07:09 am
Sounds like they were not prepared at all !!
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 11:08:05 am
They never are Kim, when catch do theirs same thing happens every time ::)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:10:52 am
We were on a number of sites and they were all fine except during the summer break when they did bulk sales like this the. It all went to hell lol and nothing worked!!
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 11:12:54 am
Same here they never fix the problem but i keep doing it::)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:14:34 am
Just saw on fb that jamies 15 min meals for 26.95.. Got it cheaper at bigw ?????
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 11:18:41 am
Better off to look around at your own pleasure, some people get caught up in the hype and just buy because they think if it's on there it's cheap
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:21:57 am
I just wanted to see what was on there but couldnt even do that lol.. Dont think ill bother.. Since we arrived there have been non stop sales anyway.. All over the place..
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 11:23:10 am
Exactly
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 20, 2012, 11:24:40 am
I paid $25 for jamies 15 min mealsat k-mart a few weeks ago
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:28:24 am
There you go.. Either bigw or kmart is cheaper.. Bigw was 24 lol
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 20, 2012, 11:29:52 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on November 20, 2012, 11:18:41 am
Better off to look around at your own pleasure, some people get caught up in the hype and just buy because they think if it's on there it's cheap

I agree! I've been having a good sticky beak at many of the online stores featured in the promo but am yet to hand over any $ as most deals can be found elsewhere, it's not the consumer benefiting, it's the retailer as most people will buy more to get free shipping or buy things that are not 'on sale'.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 20, 2012, 12:25:38 pm
Quote from: Halex on November 20, 2012, 11:24:40 am
I paid $25 for jamies 15 min mealsat k-mart a few weeks ago

I'm enjoying his show, and wondered if his 15 minutes is written as chaotically, as his 30 minute book?
 I really don't like how it was set out...I'm guessing this one will be the same  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 20, 2012, 11:07:49 pm
speaking of click frenzy....you needed to register with your mobile number, and postcode.....guess who got spam by text this morning  :-))  never had it before! 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on November 20, 2012, 11:09:59 pm
Same here Maddy. I have never got spam via mobile phone before. To think I couldn't even get onto the site.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 20, 2012, 11:12:32 pm
I registered but haven't received any spam, thankfully I think our work phones somehow have everything like that blocked.

I had a quick look this morning because I'm researching a DSLR for my DD for Christmas and we can get a much better price getting stores to price match.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 20, 2012, 11:12:38 pm
I havent got anything thank goodness
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 20, 2012, 11:18:20 pm
Quote from: Wonder on November 20, 2012, 11:12:32 pm
I had a quick look this morning because I'm researching a DSLR for my DD for Christmas and we can get a much better price getting stores to price match.

I'm still looking for one for me.....Do you have a Good Guys nearby Wonder?
I have found that they nearly always beat competitors prices, then you get extra when paying cash (even with card).
Always look for the young sales guy, & smile sweetly....works every time  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 20, 2012, 11:25:51 pm
LOL Maddy!!  ;D
- can get more through duty free like that too!  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 21, 2012, 12:04:32 am
We do have a good guys but not sure if they stock the Canon EOS 600D, I'll have a look. The best price I've got so far is from Ryda.com.au but I'm hoping Ted's will price match because I would like to purchase their for their service. It's an expensive gift but we know that's what she is really after and she will use it a lot.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 21, 2012, 12:10:14 am
Have you tried eglobal? Sometimes their prices are really good, other times not so good.  :)
Thay are who we got our DSLR from.

eglobaldigitalcameras.com.au  (http://eglobaldigitalcameras.com.au)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 21, 2012, 01:55:55 am
The postie came this morning & my Christmas presents from DH arrived  ;D
For Foods Sale and Quick Mix in the Thermomix! I did open the package just to check they were the right ones  ;)
And I might just have a little look through & make a grocery list so I have the ingredients I need on Christmas Day  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

A heart egg shaper also arrived (but unfortunately I should've checked Ebay first as I paid as much for one as Ebay has for four  :-\
And some kiddie sized headphones.....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 21, 2012, 02:07:35 am
I got both those books for my birthday - they are great!  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 21, 2012, 03:13:52 am
Thanks Astarra, I hadn't looked on eglobal before. I got very excited as the prices were definitely cheaper and they had some deals on the camera we are after but then realised it's a Hong Kong company. For this purchase I'm really looking to buy locally. Think I might need to try some bargaining.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 21, 2012, 03:43:52 am
I'm still waiting on my paperlite kindle wonder. Have you got yours yet?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on November 21, 2012, 04:43:19 am
I've been meaning to ask if you two had received your paperlite's, I'm interested in getting a new kindle.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 21, 2012, 04:54:51 am
CP i haven't got mine yet. if you look on the Amazon website the expected shipment on them is now out to 21st December. I was speaking with the freight forwarders and she said I have the option of cancelling the order but I've also ordered other products which were being combined  so not sure what to do. I'm also going to be purchasing the mini ipad when the 3G version becomes available so thinking I could go back to reading on the mini ipad in low light and the kindle in normal light - just not sure what to do. A lot of my books are downloaded from other sources so the page synchronisation won't work between the two so that's also a factor. If we could at least get an expected delivery date it might make my decision easier but they don't seem to be able to get that. The other products are make up and I would really like to get it before I run out so will need to make a decision soon.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 21, 2012, 05:17:00 am
Get the mini instead. It would save having 2 devices for the one purpose. DD1 has the mini and I think it's fabulous.
The iPad is too heavy for me to read non fiction books, and the mini is about the same as a kindle.  I've bundled some things together for shipping so ill have to wait it out. The freight forwarders have been very quick to respond to emails etc however they haven't said what they told you. Instead they told me on Monday the next Kindle batch is arriving on the 20th... I took that as November but perhaps I should clarify with them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 21, 2012, 05:19:43 am
I popped to the shops this morning & filled my  boot ;D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 21, 2012, 05:39:45 am
My POK order arrived today. I didn't realize that thebox would be so BIG!!!!
Where will I put it all?(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/21/py9a7u7a.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/21/8yta3a3a.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2012, 05:42:14 am
It looks very exciting ES.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 21, 2012, 05:45:36 am
you went a bit crazy ES  :D
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Post by: Halex on November 21, 2012, 05:59:17 am
ES,  you need a home theatre room ;)
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2012, 06:10:16 am
My POK box also arrived today ES, it looked as big as yours but only had these 3 items in it LOL.  The 'home made' cookie stamp is a lot bigger than I expected (7 cm diameter), no wonder it was dearer than expected.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on November 21, 2012, 06:20:52 am
I love POK, but they do use the most ridiculously large boxes  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2012, 06:38:54 am
Did my food shopping this morning. Is it any wonder that I don't fit under Hally's $100. I'm a sucker for most cooking magazines. I usually resist Good Taste but didn't today.
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on November 21, 2012, 07:47:52 am
Love all the goodies that you girls have purchased.  Was looking for the Chicago Metallica Cream Canoe Pans,  have walked town,  no good.  However DH bought me the. New Cuisinart Ice Cream Machine, for Xmas.  Yes I do have an Ice Cream Machine and it will go to DS .  This has a compressor,  but the difference is that once the ice cream is churned,  the bowl can be lifted out and put in the freezer.  I can't lift the bowl out of my old one.  I can also get a second bowl. 
This isn't normal,  but the lady demonstrating,  will do this as a favour.  Last night Myers had a promotion of 20% off.  I was given this also.  So machine,  with free small blender , thrown in, for $400.
Tomorrow, we are going to buy 2 iPhone 5.  Think We had better rush home after this.
I returned the Pie maker as it had stopped working.  I had been told that I had to wait for 3 weeks for a replacement.  But DJ just handed over a new one.  All in all a very good day.
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2012, 08:29:24 am
Great shopping day Chookie, wow I'd love to come shopping with you  ;D  Your ice-cream maker sounds like the new one they gave me as a replacement but without the second bowl.  I'm glad they saw sense and gave you your pie machine replacement immediately too.

I received your little parcel today and I hope you don't mind me sharing it with the forum members.  Another little gift for my grand-children although I am going to use them for the first time when I serve up boiled eggs to DH just for a laugh ;D  Thanks Chookie, they are so cute.

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Post by: jeninwa on November 21, 2012, 08:38:54 am
Lucky JD, they are so cute, clever chookie.
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Post by: maddy on November 21, 2012, 08:41:23 am
You had a great day Chookie!....and love your gift for Judy's grandy's  8)  8)

I succumbed

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Liked the format much better with this book, and I'm busting to find a shabby green tray like Jamie's...LOVE IT!

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Picked up the latest sims expansion for DD, plus denim shorts.
....and grabbed a few pairs of bonds jocks for DS, then came home and saw a commercial for 30% off underwear tomorrow at Target  :-))
Typical.....went to his room to take them back, then repurchase at 30% off tomorrow ( as you do  ;))......but he'd already ripped the tags off!  (http://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/no/t2618.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/t-no.php)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on November 21, 2012, 12:10:13 pm
Very nice buys girls.

Love the egg cosies.  :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 21, 2012, 12:21:56 pm
Very cute egg cosies :-))
I seriously can't do any more shopping for a long time!!
I had to contact POK as the cake stand was broken when I opened the package. I rang them, and have been asked to send a photo, so once my technical problems are fixed (by DH ), I'm hoping they will replace it for me. For some reason, I haven't been able to email from my phone, or download photos from my phone to the computer. >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on November 21, 2012, 12:29:27 pm
Bummer ES.
Jeninwa just posted that Tenina's new book is available for purchase.  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 21, 2012, 12:33:48 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on November 21, 2012, 12:21:56 pm
Very cute egg cosies :-))
I seriously can't do any more shopping for a long time!!
I had to contact POK as the cake stand was broken when I opened the package. I rang them, and have been asked to send a photo, so once my technical problems are fixed (by DH ), I'm hoping they will replace it for me. For some reason, I haven't been able to email from my phone, or download photos from my phone to the computer. >:(

They are so good now  without having to send the stuff  back. Always good to take a photo ànd send. Just phone them.

Gert


Must remember to change keyboards
I love POK

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Post by: achookwoman on November 21, 2012, 09:28:20 pm
Went to Readings last night,  and bought GC books to go with other stuff ,  for Xmas.  With last of Book Voucher,  one that I have been drooling after.  Will post photos later as I am using 3 G on IPad,  and can't do..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on November 21, 2012, 09:33:10 pm
Anyone got Jamie America?

I got it at a thrift shop secondhand, good enough to gift, but now wondering if a good buy?

Thanks
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Post by: maddy on November 21, 2012, 09:40:42 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on November 21, 2012, 09:33:10 pm
Anyone got Jamie America?

I got it at a thrift shop secondhand, good enough to gift, but now wondering if a good buy?

Thanks

I don't have it, reviews from Amazon here if anyone is interested
http://www.amazon.com/Jamies-America-Twists-American-Classics/product-reviews/140132360X/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending

one reviewer wrote a 60,000 word essay about it  :P
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Post by: droverjess on November 21, 2012, 09:59:10 pm
Thanks very much. Probably just s well paid only £3 for it.

What was interesting maddie was the history and what there's had bought on this link. How is your DH?

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Post by: Yvette on November 21, 2012, 10:31:03 pm
Good purchases everyone and very cute egg warmers.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 21, 2012, 10:31:11 pm
He's still not well DJ, and can only keep bananas and that Gatorade powder in his drinks, in his system. He came off the tractor at 12.30 last night, so that's not helping, along with the stress he's under. He needs to go to the docs, but said he's too busy....he'll fall in a screaming heap, but he's not listening!....can't do anymore for him.
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Post by: droverjess on November 21, 2012, 10:37:53 pm
Ahhhh, huge sympathies to you.
Hoping he'll see the light soon.
Almost all farmers are pigheaded. All around the world!
Same people, just in different locations.
Sending hugs to you xxx
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 21, 2012, 10:47:48 pm
great purchases everyone.

Maddie, hope the worst of it's almost over and his body some get some much needed rest.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 21, 2012, 10:50:28 pm
Oh no Maddy that is no good, hopefully he will see sense and go to the doctors eventually
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Post by: astarra on November 21, 2012, 10:58:19 pm
Hope he feels better soon Maddy.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on November 21, 2012, 10:59:00 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/22/6ysa8e7a.jpg)

GC Books.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on November 21, 2012, 10:59:57 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/22/penuture.jpg)

One for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 21, 2012, 11:10:15 pm
Shopping, huge yesterday

Today just purchased Teninas new e book

Help please, tried to purchase 2 copies of Alyces book, seem to be able to buy 1 or 3 ???

Please can Anyone help.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 21, 2012, 11:13:58 pm
I don't know why I did it as I said I would' NEVER view this thread again but I did and I have to say chookie that you bought some wonderful brooks. You will especially enjoy the Jeruusalem Cookbook. Is it a gift or is it for you?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: VieveMS on November 21, 2012, 11:18:07 pm
Hally, I think if you select the 'single' book icon it will then take you to another screen where you can then input the quantity.  Hope that helps  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 21, 2012, 11:19:41 pm
Quote from: VieveMS on November 21, 2012, 11:18:07 pm
Hally, I think if you select the 'single' book icon it will then take you to another screen where you can then input the quantity.  Hope that helps  :)

Thank you, will try now :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 21, 2012, 11:20:07 pm
Love this thread, some great books getting bought.

 :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on November 22, 2012, 12:31:41 am
A few days ago I ordered from Amazon, some Romertopf bread pans and a tin that makes your loaf look like it has been braided. Hope they work okay.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 22, 2012, 12:33:05 am
They sound really cool Julie....can't wait for the pics!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 22, 2012, 12:47:32 am
Can't wait for the pics Julie, they sound cool.

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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 01:09:41 am
Me too been shopping.

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I am hoping this one last longer than the ten  others I have used up here.
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Because it was cheaper than I can buy here.
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New slim line leather handbag especially purchased to go with my mini iPad.
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My last roasting pan was crap.
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And two of a tiny thing I wanted to try to see if it is useful before gifting one so I can't show you.

I hate this stuff.
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Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 22, 2012, 01:57:50 am
Was all that from POK Gert - all looks great. We really need new pepper and salt grinders. Might need to have a look but I'm always worried they will be crap and I will have wasted my money.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 02:05:20 am
Wonder I have had many from outrageously expensive to cheap and nasty. I find the plastic ones from Coles or Woolies are best for up here because of the humidity. I bought the Bodum for my DD last year and it is still going  strong so thought I would have one too. It. Has adjustable grind too. I just cannot figure out how to fill it yet!!

I had to google it. Just lift the top. Lol!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 22, 2012, 02:10:13 am
Great shopping Gert..
I love POK
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on November 22, 2012, 02:12:07 am
I have Maxwell & Williams S&P grinders here - had them all our married life and they are still going strong!  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on November 22, 2012, 02:22:28 am
Good shopping Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on November 22, 2012, 02:27:00 am
The Canadian brand Trudeau is very good and long lasting
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on November 22, 2012, 02:38:25 am
The last few days have been a shopping frenzy for me! Bought a fan for the kids' bedroom on Sunday, Tuesday bought jewellery for me and for BIL's girlfriend for Xmas plus a handbag for my friend for Xmas; yesterday more Xmas shopping for the kids; and today so far I've bought DVD's for kids for Xmas, wine for me, and bed sheets for kids - all on-line while I'm supposed to be working  :-\
Oh plus I 'bought' a holiday house for a week during Xmas holidays in Anglesea. Credit card bill will be shocking this month!
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Post by: Wonder on November 22, 2012, 03:16:04 am
thanks for the recommendations on the S&P grinders. We have had some from Coles for about 10 years but they have become very blunt so need to purchase new ones.
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Post by: judydawn on November 22, 2012, 03:30:12 am
I have 2 absolutely useless S & P grinders here at the moment,  I paid $25 for the last pepper grinder (Maxwell Williams perspex) and although it seems to be adjustable, the grains are still to large for me.  I don't know the brand name of the salt grinder but it won't grind River Murray salt  >:(  I bought a $6 pepper mill full of peppercorns at Costco last time I was over visiting DD and it worked better than any of the expensive ones I've had - that is until I needed to get some whole peppercorns out of it for a recipe and then I couldn't put it back together properly and it has never worked since  :-))   

Great shopping everyone, Gert a few of us received a box like that this week  :)
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Post by: astarra on November 22, 2012, 03:34:18 am
My M&W S&P grinders are stainless steel. Really easy to fill and use.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 05:31:54 am
Someone in Cairns has a Thermothingy for. Sale 18 months old

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Gert
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Post by: obbie on November 22, 2012, 05:34:28 am
yes Gert, quite a few at the moment.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 05:36:48 am
Seems a good buy.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on November 22, 2012, 05:47:37 am
I think it sounds expensive if it is 18 months old, the warranty is nearly finished.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 22, 2012, 05:49:56 am
I had a big shop today Nigella seed $2.00 😄😄😄

I bought a new ceiling fan for our bedroom on Monday cost the same price for the electrician to install.  lucky the fan was reduced.

Your goodies look good Gert be interested to hear what you think of the baking dish.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 05:56:56 am
Quote from: Yvette on November 22, 2012, 05:47:37 am
I think it sounds expensive if it is 18 months old, the warranty is nearly finished.

Yeah only 6 months left but includes all the books.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 05:57:46 am
Quote from: jeninwa on November 22, 2012, 05:49:56 am
I had a big shop today Nigella seed $2.00 😄😄😄

I bought a new ceiling fan for our bedroom on Monday cost the same price for the electrician to install.  lucky the fan was reduced.

Your goodies look good Gert be interested to hear what you think of the baking dish.

The baking dish is really solid . May be a while before I test it.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on November 22, 2012, 01:28:57 pm
My first Christmas present. A scarf for my mum. What she can't do with a scarf isn't worth knowing.



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Post by: gertbysea on November 22, 2012, 08:29:10 pm
That is a beautiful scarf. She will love it.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on November 22, 2012, 10:54:05 pm
A few things from POK. The pocket knife is a Christmas present for DS, he's been desperate for one for ages but we've been resisting. He'll be able to wittle away at the trees in the backyard over the Christmas holidays.

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Victorinox-Swiss-Army-Knife-Buddy.aspx (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Victorinox-Swiss-Army-Knife-Buddy.aspx)
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Rachael-Ray-Red-Curve-Kettle-14L.aspx (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Rachael-Ray-Red-Curve-Kettle-14L.aspx)

And Tenina's ebook
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Post by: Jamberie on November 23, 2012, 02:28:47 am
Ooh wow, I love that kettle Wonder! If only they had it in yellow, which is my colour of the minute.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 23, 2012, 03:25:32 am
Just bought teninas ebook.. Only on my iPhone though for the moment..oh and kindle lol.. I cracked.. Was supposed to wait.. I like this one less than others though still good just surprised me less !
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Post by: Wonder on November 23, 2012, 03:31:04 am
Frozzie I'm a bit the same, but hoping it's only because I was very rushed this morning when I had a quick look. I loved the sound of it when reading the contents put up though so hopefully once I have a better look I'll be more inspired. Quite a few of the recipes use ingredients I don't have so might also have to do some shopping.
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Post by: VieveMS on November 23, 2012, 06:42:47 am
Not very exciting purchases but I took Chookie's advice and bought a thermometer so hopefully I too can achieve the perfect loaf of bread!  Ended up also getting a "Holiday Roasting Kit" as it has an oven thermometer included (as well as a meat thermometer and a timer).  Unfortunately, the temperature settings on my Smeg oven have been almost wiped off by a previous tenant, so I am hoping the oven thermometer will help with setting the correct oven temperature.
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Post by: Halex on November 23, 2012, 06:47:06 am
We need new s&p grinders, ast ones over $100 & useless.

How much is a tm these days?

I dont think the warranty is transferable.
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Post by: Halex on November 23, 2012, 06:48:01 am
Great shopping Gert :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 23, 2012, 09:19:25 am
Frozzie, I had a longer look at the book tonight and what turned me off with my quick glance this morning was a lot of the recipe seemed to use ingredients I wouldn't normally have and are quite expensive - crio bru, coconut oil, freeze dried fruits, but on closer look while I will need to buy some more ingredients I like the look and sound of quite a few, and will hopefully get a chance to make them.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 23, 2012, 11:32:21 am
Have you seen this one???
I bought the green one ;)
http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/953034-Zoom.jpg
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Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2012, 11:34:35 am
Lovely colour.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 23, 2012, 11:54:28 am
DD would have chosen yellow if it was her choice  ;)
I'm really happy with my emerald green one though! It makes me smile every time I boil it :) :) :)
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Post by: Bonsai on November 23, 2012, 12:49:29 pm
Chookie, Yotam Ottlenghlis' "Jerusalem" cookbook is wonderful. I have the e-book version and love it. Great if you like middle-eastern food. The recipes all work and the mix of flea ours is terrific.
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Post by: Bonsai on November 23, 2012, 12:50:16 pm
Flavours not fleas!
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Post by: Wonder on November 23, 2012, 07:58:10 pm
ES those kettles look great, they are such vivid colors.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 23, 2012, 08:56:05 pm
thanks Bonsai,  I am really looking forward to it. 
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Post by: Halex on November 23, 2012, 10:28:31 pm
Chookie, there are a few recipes  from Jerusalem in my delicious mag. They look great :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 23, 2012, 11:48:42 pm
My new loaf tin can't wait to use it.
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Post by: goldfish on November 23, 2012, 11:49:37 pm
Quote from: Halex on November 23, 2012, 10:28:31 pm
Chookie, there are a few recipes  from Jerusalem in my delicious mag. They look great :)

which issue is that, Hally?
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 02:11:11 am
The toaster broke a few days ago so I sent DH out to get a new one today and he has returned with one and a fish tank!
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Post by: Jamberie on November 24, 2012, 02:32:44 am
A fish bowl and some fish  :)
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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2012, 03:56:52 am
well I blew $150 yesterday on new clothes for me....
Today, we put up our xmas tree, and decided to go buy another little one for the deck....

well,

$600 later, clothes for kids, xmas pressies, 2 new mouses for kids, new keyboard for me, lollies, advent calenders, softdrink, soda stream machine for me, folders for recipes,

printing Teninas ebook off now. :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 04:03:43 am
Obbie isn't it bad luck to put Xmas tree up before dec 1??
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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2012, 04:04:52 am
properly, but we have 2 big parties here the next 2 weekekends.. so need to get ready..
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 04:05:50 am
It's the time of year to be organised that's for sure!
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 24, 2012, 04:14:27 am
7 Sleeps.......
I bought ds11 some dr who dvds for Xmas and a scooter still so much to buy and the kid's only have 17 days left of school, thank goodness for online shopping;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 05:09:05 am
Woohoo 7 sleeps!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 24, 2012, 06:13:45 am
DH will be out Tuesday , so I have decided that I am going to rob a bank and go and do all my Christmas shopping. Then I can concentrate on the food
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Post by: Frozzie on November 24, 2012, 07:18:26 am
Lol cookie
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Post by: maddy on November 24, 2012, 08:42:26 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 02:11:11 am
The toaster broke a few days ago so I sent DH out to get a new one today and he has returned with one and a fish tank!

as they do  :D....and what was the explanation for that?

Quote from: obbie on November 24, 2012, 03:56:52 am
well I blew $150 yesterday on new clothes for me....
Today, we put up our xmas tree, and decided to go buy another little one for the deck....

good on you Robyn!   a Girl needs to indulge 8)....remember to post your tree photos.

Quote from: cookie1 on November 24, 2012, 06:13:45 am
so I have decided that I am going to rob a bank and go and do all my Christmas shopping.

brilliant suggestion Cookie  :D  think I'll do the same  :P


Light  day of shopping for me....

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haven't seen a white wash board around before....screams quince paste & triple cream Brie to be sitting on top....don't you think?  :)

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Some clothes for Master 10 & a bottle of pink bubbles that  is already 1/2 gone as I type :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 24, 2012, 08:47:39 am
Great purchases Maddy as always.
He said "cos I can" and "it's was the boys idea". They are 5 and 4 mind you!
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Post by: maddy on November 24, 2012, 09:37:06 am
LOL...blame the kids...always works  ;)
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Post by: Delightful Den on November 24, 2012, 10:21:19 am
Bought a vase of DD2 for Christmas and bought both DDs a M&W serving plate. A thermometer for me for bread making, a nice little sugar bowl that was marked down to $5, some Christmas bauble place name holders.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 25, 2012, 07:12:11 am
DD went to book evening at Dymocks one evening last week and bought this for me as a gift. I have been saying that I haven't read any of his books.. Now I am reading one.

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Post by: obbie on November 26, 2012, 03:18:52 am
its the season for shopping
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2012, 06:15:41 am
Received my Oz Harvest Cookbook today, a book which has gone on sale to help raise funds to support those in need within local communities.  Some of Australia's best known chefs share their favourite 'food rescue' recipes.   Details of how to buy this book are here (http://www.ozharvest.org/).   It has over 300 pages but I haven't had time to read it yet.

Karen did yours come today as well?
  
Also had window shutters installed down the dead side of the house to stop the morning sun heating up the house too early.
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Post by: Halex on November 26, 2012, 06:29:56 am
The shutters look great JD, it will be so much cooler for you.
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2012, 06:55:56 am
Thanks Hally, that's what we are hoping.
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Post by: JulieO on November 26, 2012, 07:04:40 am
Looks nice and neat Judy.  :D
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Post by: Katiej on November 26, 2012, 07:19:23 am
Shutters look good JD.
Can't wait to hear what you think of the book.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 07:24:41 am
Whats the book like jd?? I was interested when it was first mentioned here somewhere but stopped at the price as i had bought so many books this month lol

Would be interested to,hear how you find it???

Bought some enjo products today.. Demo at the house and bought the car kit, vegie scrubbers, body kit... Interested in bbq kit, window kit and maybe floor kit lol... The car kit is impressive!
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2012, 07:29:00 am
It's going to take me a while to get through the book Kim but I'll let you know when I do.  Maybe tonight I'll get a chance and then Katie can borrow it when she pops in during the week and see what she thinks.

I think I was told at purchase that the cost of the book would feed 60 people so how could I not want to buy the book.
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Post by: mcmich on November 26, 2012, 07:29:39 am
Don't get the ? purple cleanser/scrub. My last cleaner used it to clean the shower and 6 months later I was still trying to get the purple out of the grout.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 07:31:45 am
60 people wow... Thats pretty good... I had already blown my so called budget on several books and mags but would be interested to hear what yourself and katie think...for a future purchase... 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: Emme on November 26, 2012, 07:32:09 am
The shutters look great Judy, we have them across the front of out place and they certainly make a difference.
Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 07:33:13 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 26, 2012, 07:29:39 am
Don't get the ? purple cleanser/scrub. My last cleaner used it to clean the shower and 6 months later I was still trying to get the purple out of the grout.

There were no purple scrubbers... The shower or bathroom ones are white??
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 07:36:03 am
Shutters look good.. Didnt even notice them in your post was too focused on the book.. We had them all over france... Great for shutting out the light when the sun doesnt go down until 11 pm not to mention security .. Great for blocking light and letting air through the house too when slightly open..love them 😊
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Post by: Jamberie on November 26, 2012, 09:18:24 am
Love your shutters Judy, you won't be disappointed!
We swear they are the secret to DD being a good sleeper...when those shutters are completely down, inside is pitch black! Not to mention the noise muffling. Before DD came along we would regularly sleep in until midday because we had no idea what the time was!
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Post by: obbie on November 26, 2012, 09:47:27 am
great shutters Judy
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2012, 10:12:07 am
Thanks girls, I love them too.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 26, 2012, 10:17:55 am
We had shutters on the two bbedrooms at the back of our house which had full afternoon sun. It really kept them cool but I could never get DD and DS out of bed in time for school. They would have slept all day JD.
I highly recommend them and the security aspect is great too.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 26, 2012, 10:51:51 am
Frozzie, I love my Enjo upholstery cloth. It does amazing things to my light blue microsuede couch. I don't know what I was thinking when I chose light blue. LOL. The kids arent allowed to eat on it, but it gets reeally grubby anyway. I used the cloth on Sunday to do one of the couches, and it came up really well, but I still have the other to do. :(
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 11:10:18 am
I was impressed by the car kit.. She did the kitchen and bathroom ... And floors...there were so many products to see and we have booked another demo for next year so will probably buy some other things that looked interesting.. The car really impressed me though just hose the car off quickly wipe with one cloth then the special shammy type one and all shiny.. Plus we got the air vent thingy thrown in (xmas deal)... Amazed you  could get the car so clean with so little... Cost effective and environmentally friendly...and it works .. Win win!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 26, 2012, 11:19:06 am
Kim, I have quite a few Enjo cloths the one I love the most is the window cleaner it does an amazing job, I also use the veggie scrubber to clean the Thermomix too. 
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 11:21:48 am
I got the vegie cloth and the window cleaner is next on my list... I didnt realise they had so many products and all chemical free and naturally antibacterial etc.. Also want to see the bbq one in action.. Cant see how that would not be a mess but ...???
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 26, 2012, 11:37:22 am
Kim a also love the bags that they get delivered in for washing them, I use mine for my black clothes keeps all the fluff off them in the washing machine.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 26, 2012, 11:43:26 am
I love the bags too AB. I have the enjo floor cleaner and love it. The duster mitt is awesome too.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 11:47:47 am
Thst the laundry bag ab?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 26, 2012, 01:03:17 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on November 26, 2012, 11:19:06 am
Kim, I have quite a few Enjo cloths the one I love the most is the window cleaner it does an amazing job, I also use the veggie scrubber to clean the Thermomix too. 
me too, but I use my window cleaner for my mirrors and small glass door spots. JD's window cleaner and I don't think you would need an enjo cleaner to do a good job although that's what I use cos I had it. I have the enjo floor mop but prefer my old fashioned mop and you beaut bucket.

What's the best for a leather lounge? Someone mentioned Oaks in WW? Anyone agree?

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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 26, 2012, 05:54:49 pm
Nice shutters JD :)
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Post by: obbie on November 26, 2012, 08:49:56 pm
I have the window cleaner  in enjo.

to clean a leather lounge, i use a bucket of warm water, and a little bit  of dish washing detergent, use a car shammy...
mine are all leather up here
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Post by: Frozzie on November 26, 2012, 08:54:46 pm
We have always had leather lounges and have been told by several leather so called experts to never use any product on your lounge just warm water and if necessary a tiny bit of detergent but only if necessary???
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Post by: droverjess on November 26, 2012, 10:41:58 pm
Went shopping with DD who is on two days holiday.
One pair of tidy non farming trews for DH, with £10 voucher and in the sale anyway so £25.00 and a packet of cellothane bags for Xmas baking and fudge.
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Post by: snappy on November 26, 2012, 10:42:45 pm
Well I have dirty stinky boys and white (well grey/cream now) leather lounges so I need serious cleaning products on a regular basis in this house !

But the best thing I have found for cleaning the lounges is baby wipes - they outdo leather cleaner, miracle spray, microfiber cloths etc - believe me I have tried them all!
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Post by: astarra on November 26, 2012, 11:00:52 pm
Yep - baby wipes...after all they are made for skin, and leather is a skin. Otherwise I just use my enjo fabric cloth and water, both work a charm.  :D
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Post by: mcmich on November 26, 2012, 11:07:19 pm
Thanks for the tip about the baby wipes. I have a white leather lounge and a cream coloured as well. I don't have children at home but the cream lounge seems to get dirty quickly.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 26, 2012, 11:46:47 pm
Baby wipes  :o great idea!
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Post by: Wonder on November 26, 2012, 11:52:48 pm
I bought quite a few clothes for myself on Sunday, wasn't expecting to but everything just happened to fit so I needed to buy them!

We've used enjo for years and our cleaner is happy with all the products with the exception of not using a toilet cleaner so we give her ajax for that. We have a white leather lounge which is looking quite gruby at the moment will have to try the baby wipes.
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Post by: VieveMS on November 27, 2012, 07:12:00 am
i bought Pete Evan's Pizza cookbook today - part of a christmas present for my eldest nephew.

I also went into Herbies Spice Store at Rozelle for the first time.  Wow, that place is spice heaven.  I could spend a fortune in there.  I was very restrained and only bought some wattle seeds and some strawberry gum.  The strawberry gum is nice added to raspberry sorbet as per Andrew Fielke's 60 second Raspberry Sorbet recipe (http://www.andrewfielke.com/wp-content/uploads/60-Second-Raspberry-Strawberry-Gum-Sorbet.pdf).
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 27, 2012, 07:26:55 am
Accidentally purchased Donna hay Christmas edition magazine today. Ice cream gingerbread men on the front cover look so yummy.
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Post by: astarra on November 27, 2012, 07:31:16 am
LOL Kimmy!  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2012, 07:33:38 am
Quote from: judydawn on November 26, 2012, 06:15:41 am
Received my Oz Harvest Cookbook today, a book which has gone on sale to help raise funds to support those in need within local communities.  Some of Australia's best known chefs share their favourite 'food rescue' recipes.   Details of how to buy this book are here (http://www.ozharvest.org/).   It has over 300 pages but I haven't had time to read it yet.

 
This is a great book and I have 70 recipes earmarked.  Considering the recipes are provided by well know chefs, there are many surprisingly easy but tasty looking recipes using products we have in our pantry but there are also a few restaurant quality meals.  Well worth the money spent - I love it.  There are heaps of photos but not one for each recipe.

Just a quick selection of recipes on my list

Silverbeet, raisin & pinenut tart (a dessert)
Curry turnovers using leftover curry
Salt & Pepper belly pork
Malaysian fried bananas with coconut ice-cream
Gypsy chickpea hotpot with pears
Churros con chocolate
Beetroot Halwa
Beetroot curry
Mushroom arancini
Persian chicken pilau pie
Linguine with prawns & herb oil
Apricot, almond & rosemary clafoutis
Lamb & Olive ladies fingers with beetroot tzatziki
Corned beef hash
Real shepherd's pie
Roast duck noodles
Eggplant & sweet potato curry
Peach & blueberry pudding
Toad in the hole with red onion confit
Glazed pork hocks
Chicken & rice sausage with carrot & almond slaw
Tuna & herb rice

to name a few
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 27, 2012, 07:52:56 am
Sounds great Judy, I haven't had toad in the hole since I lived at home, used to be one of my favorites
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Post by: Tasty on November 27, 2012, 10:59:06 am
New mobile phone from COTD today...looking forward to it as I usually have crappy phones given to me as presents by my brother.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 27, 2012, 11:03:22 am
Sounds good judy 😊
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Post by: JulieO on November 27, 2012, 11:24:34 am
They sound like nice recipes Judy.  You're as bad as me, my recipe list just keeps growing and growing and growing, and ......  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2012, 11:26:54 am
We could have a worse addiction Julie  ;)
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Post by: JulieO on November 27, 2012, 11:34:52 am
Yes you are right. 

Something that made me smile.  ;D

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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2012, 11:41:10 am
  :D :D :D Why ever would a cat want to do that - it was so big it could have got stuck  :o
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Post by: dede on November 27, 2012, 11:45:04 am
Quote from: JulieO on November 27, 2012, 11:34:52 am
Yes you are right. 

Something that made me smile.  ;D

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OMG :o, hope it didn't get stuck lol
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Post by: cookie1 on November 27, 2012, 01:18:20 pm
I hope he managed to get out.
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Post by: mcmich on November 27, 2012, 05:39:30 pm
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on November 27, 2012, 05:41:39 pm
Another purchase from the weekend away. Jonvic found these freezable lunch carriers. Freeze them and they are suppose to last 10hrs. Giving it a test run today at work.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 27, 2012, 06:38:31 pm
They look great especially in our climate.
Will be interested to hear your opinion Michele  :)
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Post by: Emme on November 27, 2012, 07:24:35 pm
Would also like to hear your opinion on those mcmich, would be very handy if they work.  :)
Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on November 27, 2012, 07:56:12 pm
I got one like that michelle but in red for ds.. Have to say i ended up buying him a zip up lunch thing..
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 04:27:43 am
Well, the lunch carrier was OK. No condensation on the outside. It was still cool but not cold at the end of 9 hours. Very wet inside.
I had a cup of soup that I always take just in case I need to work etc. It had to be thrown.
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Post by: astarra on November 28, 2012, 04:32:06 am
Thanx for the reviem, mich...I had been toying with the idea of getting one, don't think I'll bother. Pity tho, such a great idea.
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Post by: Emme on November 28, 2012, 04:32:58 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 04:27:43 am
Well, the lunch carrier was OK. No condensation on the outside. It was still cool but not cold at the end of 9 hours. Very wet inside.
I had a cup of soup that I always take just in case I need to work etc. It had to be thrown.
Thanks for your thoughts Mcmich, hope your day was Ok.  :)
Marie
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Post by: KarenH on November 28, 2012, 04:47:53 am
I got my OzHarvest cookbook last night Judy.  I havent' had time to go through it in detail, but from a quick flick through, it looks really good!

I will have time to have a leisurely browse after the work xmas party this weekend. 
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2012, 04:51:00 am
The recipe book looks good Judy, I think I'll buy it for myself for Christmas - i love the work Ozharvest do so happy to suport them.

Julie, I wonder if that cat was able to get out. Animals are worse than kids a lot of the time!!
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 04:54:15 am
Quote from: astarra on November 28, 2012, 04:32:06 am
Thanx for the reviem, mich...I had been toying with the idea of getting one, don't think I'll bother. Pity tho, such a great idea.

Yvette bought one for her son too. Don't know what he thinks of it.
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Post by: VieveMS on November 28, 2012, 05:09:40 am
I just bought 2 x Nordic Ware Funny Face Treats Pans from Target - they were even reduced.  Can't beat that  ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 28, 2012, 05:11:28 am
Wow they look great
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Post by: Yvette on November 28, 2012, 05:14:23 am
Mich that's a shame I was saving mine for next year but I might try it out and see what I think, the lady said there was no condensation because I asked her  :-))
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Post by: astarra on November 28, 2012, 05:16:42 am
Love the pans, Vieve, so so cool  8)
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Post by: Katiej on November 28, 2012, 05:20:58 am
Quote from: KarenH on November 28, 2012, 04:47:53 am
I got my OzHarvest cookbook last night Judy.  I havent' had time to go through it in detail, but from a quick flick through, it looks really good!

I will have time to have a leisurely browse after the work xmas party this weekend. 

Karen gave me a sneaky look at the book at lunch time and I agree it looks really good. 
I ordered it yesterday after Judy's recommendation - can't wait for it to arrive.
Such a great cause too!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 28, 2012, 05:27:45 am
I'm a copycat, and have just ordered it too. Love the good work these people are doing and hate to see good food being thrown out when someone else is starving. Ever see the episode on Come Dine With Me where the girl who served an entire dinner party on scavenged food actually ended up winning?
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 05:41:22 am
Quote from: Yvette on November 28, 2012, 05:14:23 am
Mich that's a shame I was saving mine for next year but I might try it out and see what I think, the lady said there was no condensation because I asked her  :-))

There was no condensation on the outside Yvette, very wet inside though.
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Post by: Yvette on November 28, 2012, 05:47:57 am
Ok Mich but if it gets wet inside it defeats the purpose really you would have to put everything in containers
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 05:54:51 am
Yep, containers and plastic bags.. But to have it in a school bag, their books and stuff wouldn't get wet.
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Post by: Yvette on November 28, 2012, 05:56:30 am
Thanks I will give it a test run  :)
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Post by: obbie on November 28, 2012, 05:59:20 am
Found a new handbag to buy.....
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2012, 06:00:37 am
Ooohhh, do tell Robyn.  :D
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Post by: obbie on November 28, 2012, 06:07:15 am
Nice Italian leather  :)
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Post by: maddy on November 28, 2012, 06:41:13 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a8757c61499671dffcffa2301ce2e321.jpg)
It's 24 inches tall...wonder if hubby will notice it?  LOL

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ec5c441daf53d6336a33a26e5c5218d1.jpg)
....only 9.5 metres of it  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cd69004de24ec4df43847ec04886a903.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fb51c11cd0f4527d136ce3279dcee05f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e23a46dc64ce270d0b8ff41acccc2fd7.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1dec1d37355cd33f5dc65d680e8b2867.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/027dcaad78cded6b1bc5d2b3fe82df13.jpg)

.....can I just say, if anyone has purchased Bakerella's Christmas book....be prepared....majority of the quinns & decorations are not available in Oz  :-))
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 28, 2012, 06:45:28 am
Looking forward to your creations with all those lovely purchases and I'm pretty sure there's no hiding your house it's very pretty ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 28, 2012, 06:54:17 am
It's not really inconspicuous, is it?  ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 28, 2012, 07:00:04 am
No not really, but tis the season;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 29, 2012, 01:41:14 am
After reading about Julie's garlic bread in another thread look what popped into my hand when I went to pick up some bread flour.
http://margandmarees.com.au/products-page/bread-tins/french-stick-tin/ (http://margandmarees.com.au/products-page/bread-tins/french-stick-tin/)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 29, 2012, 02:04:27 am
Wonder I had a look at that site yesterday, I like the look of them, I have a shop with bread making things about a 1/2 hours drive away, when I'm next going that way I'm going to call in and see what they have. :D
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 02:07:34 am
Nice looking bread tin.. :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 29, 2012, 02:08:39 am
Quote from: obbie on November 28, 2012, 06:07:15 am
Nice Italian leather  :)
S

Lovely Robyn. ;D
I am a handbag and heels collector lol  ;)
What colour?
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 03:05:07 am
Nice brown leather, normally I have black in everything..
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 29, 2012, 03:08:25 am
Both great neutral colors  ;)

I have to always match my bag with my heels which is why I have a collection LOL  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 03:58:52 am
how cute are these little bowls, at C for $2.50 each, will make some almond biscuit to give for Xmas gifts
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 04:08:59 am
how much is too ,much for a big nice Italian leather bag
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Post by: deedub on November 29, 2012, 04:16:58 am
Ooh that is nice... looks expensive. I've never spent more than $120 on a handbag I think... I'm too rough with mine!
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Post by: Wonder on November 29, 2012, 04:33:27 am
That's a great bag Obbie and love the colour. I won't admit to the most I've paid for a handbag  :-X but a good handbag is timeless. I tend to use the same one for months at a time and then swap for another few months. I'm not into trends or colours but do love good quality leather.

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Post by: judydawn on November 29, 2012, 04:35:22 am
Nice bag Robyn.
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 04:45:50 am
Lovely bag Robyn. It's a classic style and won't date, if you can afford it get it.  8)
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 04:58:17 am
Robyn, never go shopping with other forum members. We talked each other into so many things last weekend. Actually it didn't take too much convincing  ;D And when we got back to the motel we had a show and tell and we all had to go back on Sunday to purchase the things others had.   :D
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 05:05:32 am
i used my special knife this morning Mich
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 05:06:41 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 04:58:17 am
Robyn, never go shopping with other forum members. We talked each other into so many things last weekend. Actually it didn't take too much convincing  ;D And when we got back to the motel we had a show and tell and we all had to go back on Sunday to purchase the things others had.   :D

like the thingy thing that i can't post  ;)
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Post by: dede on November 29, 2012, 05:09:25 am
Went shopping today to buy some much needed new christmas decorations. I have had the other one for years and years. Also picking up a new Christmas tree this afternoon :)
  Got DS (6) present and some Christmas stockings for all the kids, including nephews and nieces.
Ruby is getting a cute little glow worm I spotted at Toy world today :)

Only DS (15) DS (16) and DH Christmas presents to go.
 and then DS (turning 17) DD (turning 13) and my dad turning 71 birthday presents left.
I'm getting there :)
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 05:10:55 am
Quote from: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 05:06:41 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 04:58:17 am
Robyn, never go shopping with other forum members. We talked each other into so many things last weekend. Actually it didn't take too much convincing  ;D And when we got back to the motel we had a show and tell and we all had to go back on Sunday to purchase the things others had.   :D

like the thingy thing that i can't post  ;)

Just like that.  :D
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 05:24:30 am
what is it Uni, do tell :)
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 05:30:43 am
She can't, sworn to secracy.  :-X
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 05:34:18 am
Quote from: dede on November 29, 2012, 05:09:25 am
Went shopping today to buy some much needed new christmas decorations. I have had the other one for years and years. Also picking up a new Christmas tree this afternoon :)
  Got DS (6) present and some Christmas stockings for all the kids, including nephews and nieces.
Ruby is getting a cute little glow worm I spotted at Toy world today :)

Only DS (15) DS (16) and DH Christmas presents to go.
 and then DS (turning 17) DD (turning 13) and my dad turning 71 birthday presents left.
I'm getting there :)

You are so much more organised than me dede. I have a scarf for my mum. A hamper for oldest stepdaughter and her DH. That's it.  ???

I am going to the big smoke on Sunday. Will meet DS who lives in Sydney for some Christmas shopping. Taking mum with me too.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 29, 2012, 05:47:44 am
Quote from: obbie on November 29, 2012, 04:08:59 am
how much is too ,much for a big nice Italian leather bag


Robyn its gorgeous and timeless so buy it  ;D
It is neutral and will be suitable to use with everything.
Spoil yourself girl  ;D
You deserve it.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 06:08:15 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 05:30:43 am
She can't, sworn to secracy.  :-X

 :-X
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Post by: cookie1 on November 29, 2012, 06:23:33 am
Robyn go ahead and buy it, you will regret it for ever more if you don't. It is lovely.
I'm not admitting to my highest preced handbag either, but I was working then.

I did most of my Christmas shopping this morning. It wasn't too hard, mainly gift cards and the odd bits and pieces. Some Millers clothes for MIL to hide/destroy/or throw away. It was quite hard to buy her some new blouses as they had very few ones that button down the front. She can't pull things over her head anymore. So I didn't have a lot of choice.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 06:25:09 am
robyn if u really need it then just buy it  ;D

and stop pm me  :P
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 29, 2012, 06:41:46 am
If you can afford it, buy it. If you want it and won't regret it, why not? If you sleep on it and still want it, get it. If you deserve it, no question just do it. If you would get lots of use from it and all other bags will become obsolete it would be good idea to buy it. If you're buying it as an early Xmas pressie to yourself, well you'll have to get it sooner or later. If you've changed your mind, I guess thats it then.
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 06:42:45 am
Well said CP.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 06:46:45 am
Quote from: fundj&e on November 29, 2012, 06:25:09 am
robyn if u really need it then just buy it  ;D

and stop pm me  :P

 :P :P :P :P
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 29, 2012, 08:56:20 am
Love it Uni and CP  ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 29, 2012, 08:57:53 am
Buy it Robyn, I buy a new handbag and purse at the beginning of each season bought my summer one last week;D
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Post by: kezza on November 29, 2012, 10:57:27 am
Buy it Robyn.  It looks lovely.  You work hard, don't you?  No justification needed ;)
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Post by: Wonder on November 29, 2012, 11:23:38 am
You have to buy it now Robyn, we are all behind you.
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 08:42:27 pm
Thinking, will decide today
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 29, 2012, 08:51:13 pm
Robyn. " you work hard don't you"...???   Didn't we just celebrate something.    I suppose you could justify buying it, to celebrate all your posts on here   ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 29, 2012, 09:36:56 pm
Well said Brenda  :D

There's a lot of peer pressure going on here Robyn.

You really should buy it. You deserve it  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 29, 2012, 09:56:41 pm
Love the bag Robyn . I just paid $66 for the leather bag I bought from POK. Very happy with it. it was a lot cheaper than the last faux leather crap bought at Myer.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on November 29, 2012, 10:33:35 pm
JUST BUY THE BAG ALREADY!
 ;D

Last night I picked up a new Christmas tree skirt from Etsy

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e2f09759e38edcaf6bec134cd2d46a3e.jpg)

And some more lollipop decorations  for the tree

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d03ab85de8addf760b8817224ad1800f.jpg)
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Post by: VieveMS on November 29, 2012, 10:36:44 pm
Maddy, I can't wait to see a photo of your tree.  It's going to be soooo pretty.
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Post by: obbie on November 29, 2012, 11:58:43 pm
Maddy love the Christmas skirt :)



Yes Brenda, I do work at work.  Celebrate my posts.... :D :D :D :D

Sorry Uni........
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Post by: Wonder on November 30, 2012, 01:38:19 am
The skirt is so cute Maddie, your tree is going to look amzing I'm sure.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 30, 2012, 08:21:38 am
Maddy,  that skirt is beautiful.   Please post a photo of your tree.
I will try and post a baking tray which is as close to the one I bought 2 years ago.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 30, 2012, 08:25:03 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/11/30/ymu8aqyn.jpg)

Baking tray.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 30, 2012, 08:34:13 am
Lovely tree skirt Maddy.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 30, 2012, 09:48:57 am
Never heard of a tree skirt before. Do you get dressed up in Xmas themed attire or normal clothes on Xmas day maddy?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 30, 2012, 09:49:01 am
I bought an iPad mini.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 30, 2012, 10:17:15 am
Very pretty skirt Maddy - I love the colour combo of green and pinkhttp://
I bought a Weber Q BBQ today as our existing BBQ is rusted out and ready for the tip. It was a little more expensive than I would have liked, but everyone I've spoken to who has one seems more than happy with them. I just need to persuade DH to assemble it for me.
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Post by: courton on November 30, 2012, 10:24:01 am
Well I did an awful lot of shopping today...10 pieces of clothing, 2 leggings, 2 pairs of shoes,  1 hand bag and 1 scarf. And you know the best part? I did not shell out a penny!! One of my friends from out of town wanted me to play Trinny and/or Susannah and re-do her wardrobe. A lot of fun choosing clothes for someone who has a totally different shape and taste to me. My next task ( requested by her) is to go to her place and do a keep or throwaway.
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Post by: Jonvic on November 30, 2012, 10:25:53 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 30, 2012, 09:49:01 am
I bought an iPad mini.

Congratulations Wonder, you will have many hours of enjoyment with it.  PS:  try Jigsaw Box app if you like jigsaws, very addictive...
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Post by: droverjess on November 30, 2012, 10:30:38 am
Quote from: mcmich on November 29, 2012, 04:58:17 am
Robyn, never go shopping with other forum members. We talked each other into so many things last weekend. Actually it didn't take too much convincing  ;D And when we got back to the motel we had a show and tell and we all had to go back on Sunday to purchase the things others had.   :D

This is hilarious ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on November 30, 2012, 11:00:40 am
Bought my eldest daughter some linen and quilt from the
Sheridan factory then bought my mum some cake decorating bits from cake supply shop.  That's two gifts off my lists !!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on November 30, 2012, 11:08:39 am
Is there still a Sheridan factory outlet in Balcatta? I have three sets of sheets from there that are almost ten years old and still in great condition. Will get some more when I'm back in Perth if it's still there.

Today I received goodies that I ordered from Helene's site and three suitcases from a PoK deal of the day. Most pleased!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 30, 2012, 11:31:40 am
Wonder you and Gert will both be up late tonight playing with your new toys. Did you get white or black?
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Post by: gertbysea on November 30, 2012, 11:50:58 am
I have finished syncing and sorting  my apps finally. Now to adjust all my settings.

I love it. Perfect for the handbag. My iPad seems huge now and so heavy. The keyboard is a good size and I bought the slate and black with a dark grey cover. I do not think I will buy a more protective cover as I want to keep,it slim and light.


 So pleased I bought it. To,or rows will buy a SIM card for it.

Gert


.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 30, 2012, 03:27:49 pm
I know what you mean Gretch. The size is perfect. I don't have a handbag but if I did it would be a perfect size.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 07:39:10 pm
You dont have a handbag? So where do you put wallet, keys, lippie etc lol
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Post by: gertbysea on November 30, 2012, 07:39:40 pm
No handbag?

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on November 30, 2012, 08:54:55 pm
cheaper than buying an extra bowl

Uni had posted a link here about another machine.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 09:19:26 pm
Bought two more cookbooks the other day as myer had 40percemt off all full priced books..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/01/ehy6aqu7.jpg) (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/01/ju8uga6e.jpg)

Oh and practically every christmas and cooking mag out there lol..

And two big fat pig piggy banks for the kids.. A green one for ds and a pale pink one for dd

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/01/a6yga3ar.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 09:20:24 pm
The french one just has classic french recipes but i liked the cookbook and always like different versions of classic recipes..
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 09:54:00 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on November 30, 2012, 08:54:55 pm
cheaper than buying an extra bowl


My DS bought one about 2 months ago and loves it.  Came with a recipe book but uses TMX recipes as well using TM21 settings.

I've removed the link. :)
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 09:55:30 pm
Is that the bellini one or thermo chef or another one all together
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 09:58:16 pm
It's identical to Bellini Frozzie but was sold by The Good Guys using a different name.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 10:22:22 pm
Urrmm then wise to stay away wouldnt you think after the dramas everyone had.. ???
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 10:42:47 pm
The one my DS bought is a brand new model apparently they have rectified the problem
Time will tell but so far in use everyday with good results. automatic refund if any problems so nothing to lose
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 10:45:22 pm
True mf and glad he is enjoying it... Definately a cheaper option .. Hope it works.. I saw so ething like this on sale at myers the other week..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 10:52:40 pm
Obviously he would prefer a TMX but financially this suits him at the moment.
Also he said gives him the opportunity to try this way of cooking and to find out if they like if before outlaying the money on the real thing.
He has made loads of meals and had to tweak a few but all good now. As Uni says cheaper than a second bowl.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 10:56:53 pm
So true and i wasnt knocking him not buying a thx but great option for those that either cant afford it or arent sure of a thx with such an outlay .. Yes cheaper than a second bowl.. All good and great that he is enjoying it... Thats the whole point!!  😊😊😊😊
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 11:07:07 pm
I know you weren't knocking him Frozzie :D
Financially they can put their money to better use at this moment but when DIL goes back to work they will consider buying TMX as they now know that they will use it.
Lucky them as they will have 2 machines  :D
I think it's great that there are cheaper options for people who don't want to spend $2000.
Obviously there must be a great difference in quality but a good intro into a different style of cooking and food preparation.
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 11:14:41 pm
Totally agree mf 😊

I remember when i first went to a demo at my neighbours p,ace i thought is she kidding lol.. No way im buying a machine that costs that much.. Dh had already planned on ordering it as his mum had an old one and knew about them .. I didnt but as soon as i got back that evening told dh we were getting one lol.. It is an outlay but do t thing there is a machine out there that matches it for the price.. Other commercial machines are ar more expensive..
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Post by: goldfish on November 30, 2012, 11:18:24 pm
Frozzie - I'm assuming that you brought yours with you from France - was/is there any adjustment re the power to be made - or is the French one compatible with the Aust. electricity supply?
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 11:21:28 pm
I have an email to contact to buy a local aussie cord and no adjustment gf as they are made in the same factory which was only an hour from our place in france.. Just need a new cord but i have been using my parents thermie when im allowed to cook lol..
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Post by: Frozzie on November 30, 2012, 11:22:51 pm
Same machine same electrical so no change there.. Could probably just use an adapter but willget a new cord and need to contact ho anyway..eventually!
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Post by: goldfish on November 30, 2012, 11:24:10 pm
Thanks, Frozzie - good to know . . .
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Post by: fundj&e on November 30, 2012, 11:48:02 pm
i need to buy a baby  monitor  ;D
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Post by: obbie on December 01, 2012, 12:21:31 am
How is  Eve Uni..
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Post by: fundj&e on December 01, 2012, 12:53:33 am
Quote from: fundj&e on November 30, 2012, 08:54:55 pm
cheaper than buying an extra bowl

ops  :-))i just realised did i break the rules

Removed the link again. Cookie1
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Post by: fundj&e on December 01, 2012, 12:54:28 am
Quote from: obbie on December 01, 2012, 12:21:31 am
How is  Eve Uni..

she doing well rybon, a bit thirsty 2day  ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 01, 2012, 01:12:47 am
]

ops  :-))i just realised did i break the rules
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Not sure Uni as it was just a link. Judy will know and delete it if not appropriate
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Post by: Frozzie on December 01, 2012, 01:48:07 am
I think so uni... Cant talk about similar machines or is it just theprice?? Jd or cookie or mm??
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2012, 02:16:16 am
I guess you have broken the rules Uni. But then I feel you are simply making us aware of the machine. But then I guess that is advertising. I will go back and look at the rules.  So if the post disappears you will know why.


I've just checked back at the rules and I decided to remove the actual link. I hope you understand ladies. :-\
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Post by: fundj&e on December 01, 2012, 02:52:29 am
thanks cookie
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Post by: Frozzie on December 01, 2012, 09:37:37 am
Just bought some of these gourdes or pouches for the kids compote and yoghurt in lunchboxes... Posted from a welcome thread by alfacchino...thx. Great idea as my kids love these and even better with homemade contents plus Australian made and bpa free... Happy dance!

http://http://www.pouched.com.au/ (http://http://www.pouched.com.au/)

I got 20 pack and two fillers.. Will see how they go for cleaning too...was getting sick of paying 7 or 8 dollars for 6 of them on special every week..
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Post by: himeliann on December 01, 2012, 10:01:23 pm
these are a good idea, a bit too late for my kids but i keep it in mind for present to toddler mums !

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Post by: snappy on December 01, 2012, 10:34:11 pm
They look great Frozzie!
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Post by: fundj&e on December 01, 2012, 10:43:03 pm
thanks kim, i have saved the info
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Post by: mcmich on December 02, 2012, 07:48:21 pm
Had a lovely shop in sydney yesterday. The DJ's windows were a bit disappointing although the christmas carols theme was nice.

DS did very well, scored himself a tablet and the screen turns around making it into a laptop. Bought too much in Victorias Basement. Mum couldn't carry all her bags she was so excited to be back in Sydney. DSD has never been to Sydney at Chritmas time and came home with lots of things from Topshop.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 02, 2012, 08:10:59 pm
Was that the windows 8 tablet michelle?
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Post by: mcmich on December 02, 2012, 08:38:04 pm
It came with windows 8 Frozzie. It has a funny start up screen. Well I thought it was funny probably because I'm not use to it.
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Post by: maddy on December 03, 2012, 12:56:21 am

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many Years of searching....And I finally snagged one!! :D :D :D

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.....family think I'm nuts wanting a piece of material so badly....but they just don't understand that this is the holy grail of my cornishware collection!  8)
Poor DS, I squealed so loud when I won it, he dropped his cereal  :D
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Post by: Yvette on December 03, 2012, 01:06:28 am
Well done Maddy hope you enjoy it  :) :)
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Post by: obbie on December 03, 2012, 01:31:45 am
Great Maddy :)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 03, 2012, 01:53:41 am
happy for you maddy  :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 01:55:31 am
I am so happy for you maddy, if it is something you have been wanting for ages you have every right to scream the house down.

Can I pick your brains please - I want to buy DD (and myself) some Wilton decorating tips and icing colours.  I went out yesterday looking and couldn't find anything anywhere in my area and don't have time to go to town and browse through the various shops there.  Do you have a certain online store where you buy these things and rather than just buy a couple of tips, would it be better to buy a kit or something which must have the 1M and the 2D tips in it.
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Post by: Wonder on December 03, 2012, 02:03:23 am
Fantastic news Maddie - congratulations
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Post by: cookie1 on December 03, 2012, 03:09:35 am
Maddy the tablecloth is beautiful.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 03, 2012, 03:10:34 am
I was able to get these tips from Matchbox in Garden City. The shop in Karrinyup didn't have them, and it seems that the GC one has a better range anyway. Do you have matchbox over there JD, or maybe even a specialty kitchen shop? They are only a couple of $ each
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Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 03:12:00 am
JD, tell me what you need I can go to Matchbox at Garden City for you :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 03:18:56 am
No Matchbox over here CP to my knowledge.  Tried House and they don't stock Wilton tips anymore.

Hally thanks, I would be happy with 2 x 1M and 2 x 2D plus 2 x just a plain hole for swirling on top of cupcakes if you know what I mean.  I would also like some little pots of tints for icing - 6 little pots would do me, any colours - pale ones preferably.  Just let me know how much I'm up for and perhaps your bank a/c so that I can pay the money in for you.  Thanks if you can manage it for me  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 03, 2012, 03:26:39 am
Just call them first H to make sure they have them, and they'll set them side for you
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Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 03:35:30 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 03:18:56 am
No Matchbox over here CP to my knowledge.  Tried House and they don't stock Wilton tips anymore.

Hally thanks, I would be happy with 2 x 1M and 2 x 2D plus 2 x just a plain hole for swirling on top of cupcakes if you know what I mean.  I would also like some little pots of tints for icing - 6 little pots would do me, any colours - pale ones preferably.  Just let me know how much I'm up for and perhaps your bank a/c so that I can pay the money in for you.  Thanks if you can manage it for me  :-* :-* :-*

Ok will be there tomorrow. Not sure what you mean by the pots? I just put the ucing in small tupperware containers or ramekins.

 :)

Dont worry CP, I live within walking distance & am there about 5 days per week, need to buy some T 2 tomorrow :) i can order in if necessary :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 03:38:18 am
I'm looking for pots of colours to tint the icing Hally not pots to put the icing mixture into.  Don't worry about these if you aren't sure what I mean.
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Post by: goldfish on December 03, 2012, 03:42:24 am
JD - are the pots you mean on here?  http://shop.matchbox.com.au/bakeware/cake-decorating.html
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Post by: Katiej on December 03, 2012, 03:56:50 am
Sorry to butt into the conversation, and not trying to answer for Judy  :D
But JD would mean these (I know as she borrowed mine)

http://bakingpleasures.com.au/p1529/wilton-pastel-4-icing-colours-set
you can buy them individually as well and not just in pastel colours

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Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 04:03:24 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 03:38:18 am
I'm looking for pots of colours to tint the icing Hally not pots to put the icing mixture into.  Don't worry about these if you aren't sure what I mean.

Ok will just get the nozzles :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 04:09:29 am
Thanks for the link Gay.  Hally, it may be cheaper for me to buy the tips in that pack on the link rather than 3 individual ones.  If you are going there tomorrow could you please check out that pack and see if the 1M & 2D tips are in there.  I can see the round one quite clearly.  I could then order them online which would save you posting and me having to get the money to you.

Thanks Katie, I'll order the tints from the site you put up.

Joint effort, thanks girls.  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 04:22:29 am
I have ordered the icing colours sets thanks Katie.  Looked at their tips whilst on that site but could not see the specific ones I wanted.  Don't understand why these are so hard to find.  Leaving the tips up to you now Hally to check out for me tomorrow, thanks again.
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Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 04:24:58 am
Will do my best tomorrow :)

It will e cheaper for you for me to get them, as they will be a gift :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 04:33:27 am
Naughty Hally  ;D
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Post by: Katiej on December 03, 2012, 04:37:06 am
Nice Hally  ;D

The Wilton 1M and 2D are the most popular tips and can be hard to find.

Judy did you use the pastel pink colour for your Mum's cupcakes or was it the Xmas red (which actually looks bright pink)?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 05:05:41 am
Quote from: Katiej on December 03, 2012, 04:37:06 am
Nice Hally  ;D

The Wilton 1M and 2D are the most popular tips and can be hard to find.

Judy did you use the pastel pink colour for your Mum's cupcakes or was it the Xmas red (which actually looks bright pink)?

I will  just order them if not in stock :)

Yes nice Hally :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 03, 2012, 09:12:33 am
Judy, if Hally has trouble I can try a couple of kitchenware shops near me that I have bought those tips from before. I think my local Spotlight store even sells the Wilton colours and some of the tips.
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Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 09:52:03 am
JD, will be there tomorrow. Do you want me to order in if they are not in stock or do you want to see if ES can get them??
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 10:06:59 am
If they don't have them Hally, perhaps someone here can get them locally.  ES I tried our Spotlight because I was told by House that they stocked them but although they had some metal tips, nothing like the ones I needed.  Katie told me tonight when I called in that she can also get them.

Katie I used the red colouring but didn't want to use too much of yours so stopped when it became the bright pink as I was happy with that.  I've ordered the colours so now it's just the tips I need.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 03, 2012, 10:08:30 am
Ok, JD will keep you posted as to whether Ican get them or not.

I wont order in, is that right?

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 03, 2012, 10:54:26 am
Judy we also have a cake decorating shop walking distance, I can give them a call in the morning and see if they are in stock and will post here if they have them.
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 12:09:34 pm
I think I have it covered at the moment thanks Wonder, Hally is going to try for me then Adelaide girls seem to know some places as well.
Gosh, so much response - thank you all for your offerings.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 03, 2012, 12:56:47 pm
Wow Maddy,so pleased you finally bagged one ;)
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Post by: maddy on December 03, 2012, 01:30:35 pm
Me too CC, and relieved.....the hunt was driving me nuts :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 03, 2012, 06:08:15 pm
Quote from: maddy on December 03, 2012, 01:30:35 pm
Me too CC, and relieved.....the hunt was driving me nuts :P

I just don't believe it :o :o :o After years of looking their is another for sale on eBay Maddy. :-))
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Very-Rare-Vintage-1960s-TG-Green-Cornishware-Irish-Linen-Table-Cloth-/330837768927
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 03, 2012, 07:08:12 pm
How lovely jd that the girls are looking out for tips for you....will be lookimg forward to seeing your creations once you get colours and tips :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 03, 2012, 08:42:31 pm
Buy it Maddy
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 03, 2012, 09:33:27 pm
Congratulations Maddy great buy. How many sleeps until it arrives??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 04, 2012, 08:40:55 pm
Jd did you get the tips you wanted in the end??
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Post by: judydawn on December 04, 2012, 08:53:10 pm
Hally couldn't get them, they said they have been out of stock for 7 weeks  :o  Katie is going to check out a place for me today and failing that I will ask ES if she can get them where she suggested.  What I can't work out is, if a tip is so popular why don't they make more of them.  People obviously want them.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 04, 2012, 09:37:34 pm
They are imported from the US Judy. Guess they only bring in a shipment at a time and they sell quick. eBay is another option if all else fails. I can check in vic for you too. Must be one somewhere in oz for our JD ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on December 04, 2012, 09:51:54 pm
I'm going to check at this place today that is literally just around the corner from where I work.  If I can't find them, then it's over to Emerald Sue!

They are available online at Kitchenware Direct, so Judy will get them one way or the other  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 04, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
JD are photos allowed with the brand name covered of other thermo cookers?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 04, 2012, 10:19:28 pm
The shop near me has the 1m, I'll grab it and if you don't need it i'm happy to just keep it for a few dollars
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 05, 2012, 03:55:39 am
Wow jd 7 weeks ... Yes you would think they would ship more in if they are so popular but them being hard to get probably generates more sales

Someone will get them for you spmewhere in oz jd... Got to love this forum..
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 05, 2012, 05:27:52 am
Wilton have a new baking range at Woolworths, they have a cake decorating set and a few others
Just had a look sorry it's Wiltshire they have
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 07:09:58 am
I bought 4 soundtracks for the princely sum of US $365  (includes $51 postage) for

Star Trek: The Original Series - 15CDs of all the music ever recorded for it (and then some)
Die Hard III -- 2CDs
The Untouchables -- 2CDs
Home Alone 2 -- 2CDs (this is glorious music, seasonal too)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 05, 2012, 07:40:59 am
Quote from: fundj&e on December 04, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
JD are photos allowed with the brand name covered of other thermo cookers?
Wondering the same thing JD?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: VieveMS on December 05, 2012, 07:46:15 am
I bought a 5L Cast Iron Pot from Aldi.  Got the matching trivet as well.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on December 05, 2012, 09:07:23 am
Nice VieveMS what color?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: VieveMS on December 05, 2012, 09:09:12 am
Went with the green Kimmy.  One of my favourite colours.
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Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 09:21:35 am
Quote from: fundj&e on December 04, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
JD are photos allowed with the brand name covered of other thermo cookers?

Tricky one Uni, but under Rule 5.4 I doubt it (even though the name is covered).

5.4 Links and posts concerning direct competitor (non Thermomix) product sites, courses, recipes, meet ups etc are not allowed and will be removed.

I will ask MM though to be sure. 

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Post by: Amy :-) on December 05, 2012, 09:39:11 am
Quote from: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 07:09:58 am
I bought 4 soundtracks for the princely sum of US $365  (includes $51 postage) for

Star Trek: The Original Series - 15CDs of all the music ever recorded for it (and then some)
Die Hard III -- 2CDs
The Untouchables -- 2CDs
Home Alone 2 -- 2CDs (this is glorious music, seasonal too)

The Untouchables is one of my favourite movies ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 09:46:01 am
Well girls I have all tips covered now.  Katie picked up some of those I wanted but was missing the 1M and I've just learnt that Wonder managed to get the 1M and is posting it over. Hally has some as well which will be a surprise as I don't know which ones they are.  Never did get to you ES but thanks for your kind offer too.  My colours arrived in the mail today.  Thanks for doing my shopping for me girls  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 09:57:02 am

Quote from: fundj&e on December 04, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
JD are photos allowed with the brand name covered of other thermo cookers?

MM has replied Uni - the answer is No.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 05, 2012, 10:45:05 am
Glad you got everything that you wanted Judy. Can't wait to see your new creations ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 05, 2012, 10:51:08 am
That's great JD, can't wait to see your creations too.
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Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 11:14:42 am
I have no more special occasions coming up and a freezer full of cupcakes already.  Just want to be prepared for next time.   I do have a friend or 2 who would be willing to take a batch off my hands though so I could make some just for them so that I can practice.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on December 05, 2012, 11:16:03 am
What about piping mashed potato or other veg Judy. Good practice, even Maddy hasn't done potato rosettes yet!! Or has she??
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 05, 2012, 11:24:50 am
How about mini potato or cottage pies made in ramekins with piped rosettes of mashed potato!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 05, 2012, 11:36:06 am
Duchess Potatoes look lovely piped.
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Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 11:48:38 am
Yes, you are right girls - it doesn't have to be icing.  A good old fashioned cottage pie or fish pie coming up next week probably.  Then there are my Mashed Potato Bites (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=7833.0) which are like the Duchess potatoes Cookie mentioned.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on December 05, 2012, 11:54:49 am
Judy, I may have to give those a go as my DS announced tonight that he only likes mashed potatoes. I cooked sliced potatoes on the BBQ tonight and he said that they had no taste, and he wouldn't even try them!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 05, 2012, 11:59:25 am
I love potatoes done anyway ES but my GS doesn't even like chips, let alone mash.  Kids and their taste buds, hopefully they grow out of their dislikes.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 05, 2012, 12:02:24 pm
In that case, he's got a lot of growing to do!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 12:43:06 pm
Quote from: Amy :-) on December 05, 2012, 09:39:11 am
Quote from: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 07:09:58 am
I bought 4 soundtracks for the princely sum of US $365  (includes $51 postage) for

Star Trek: The Original Series - 15CDs of all the music ever recorded for it (and then some)
Die Hard III -- 2CDs
The Untouchables -- 2CDs
Home Alone 2 -- 2CDs (this is glorious music, seasonal too)

The Untouchables is one of my favourite movies ;D

Agreed though I haven't seem it in years. Must rent it again.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 06, 2012, 03:38:34 am
Has no one been shopping today.

I am buying that leather bag from last week.. :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 03:57:19 am
3 parcels came today, 1 for me;D and the others Christmas presents for the kid's
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Post by: VieveMS on December 06, 2012, 04:07:50 am
Nothing too exciting but I did buy the starter pack of Bormioli Rocco Preserving Jars.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 06, 2012, 04:57:06 am
Obbie, that's great the bag was lovely. Where is it from?

I've been doing lots of shopping lately but nothing today. I did buy more lingerie yesterday, I'm a sucker for expensive matching lingerie and Bendon online sent me another email about their 70% off clearance, there just happened to be another matching set in my size - I just had to get it!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2012, 05:00:10 am
Good on you Robyn. Wonder are you going to model it for us? :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on December 06, 2012, 05:01:23 am
Quote from: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 12:43:06 pm
Quote from: Amy :-) on December 05, 2012, 09:39:11 am
Quote from: tarasis on December 05, 2012, 07:09:58 am
I bought 4 soundtracks for the princely sum of US $365  (includes $51 postage) for

Star Trek: The Original Series - 15CDs of all the music ever recorded for it (and then some)
Die Hard III -- 2CDs
The Untouchables -- 2CDs
Home Alone 2 -- 2CDs (this is glorious music, seasonal too)

The Untouchables is one of my favourite movies ;D

Agreed though I haven't seem it in years. Must rent it again.

I just don't like the part where Sean Connery is shot :'(
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Post by: Debbiebillg on December 06, 2012, 05:02:03 am
Just a note for those with kids.  I know this is verrrryyyy early but if you want kids school shoes for next year. B E T T S kids have 25% off airflex I think till the end of December.  Just type in Earlybird in the promotional field in the shopping cart page and it gives you 25% off.  Free Shipping in Australia too !

Just thought I'd let you all know ......... It also applies in store !

Hope this of some help to those with school kids !
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Post by: obbie on December 06, 2012, 05:09:02 am
I am buying school uniforms for kids now.
Getting in early
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2012, 05:10:50 am
Called at Kitchewarehouse again. I really should stay away from it. I bought some great serviettes( far too expensive but I won't tell anyone). A small decorating kit, and some bags for the nuts I am yet to make.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/06/uqanezu5.jpg)

Also some cute little jars for my Gentleman's relish.
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 05:16:57 am
I have that decorating kit, it's a great one
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 06, 2012, 05:22:49 am
My DH couldn't understand my dirty look when he pulled out my special pack of serviettes recently. He wasn't to know the price, but I was saving them for when I have my girlfriends over and not for a pizza night with the neighbours who would have been just as happy with no name cheapies.
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Post by: obbie on December 06, 2012, 05:26:11 am
Wonder where did you buy the Bendon online.
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Post by: astarra on December 06, 2012, 05:28:16 am
Thanx for the heads up on the school shoes Debbie.  :)
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Post by: Halex on December 06, 2012, 05:38:21 am
Found these today for fudge & choccies for gifts.
20 in a pkt.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/06/u9a2u7a7.jpg)
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 06, 2012, 05:38:56 am
How much and where from Hally? :)
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Post by: Halex on December 06, 2012, 05:40:17 am
Kitchen warehouse in Myaree, how much ??? :o ??? :o. Sorry
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 05:44:19 am
they are cute Hally, my local weigh and pay sell them are you able to cook individual fruit cakes in them too?
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Post by: Halex on December 06, 2012, 05:47:41 am
I woud say yes the santa one, as its a baking cup, but not sure about the other one.

 :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 05:53:24 am
if the square one has like a Brown paper lining then that's what I make my fruit cakes in
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Post by: mcmich on December 06, 2012, 05:57:50 am
They would be perfect suz.  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 06:15:40 am
I just give a couple to my parents and the in-laws, they often don't eat a big one, good gift for the teachers too with their best teacher mugs I buy them
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Post by: mcmich on December 06, 2012, 06:23:24 am
Excellent pressie.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2012, 06:29:20 am
Hally I was there this morning. I had to go to Myaree to get a larger bread tin and called at the Kitchenwarehouse on the way home. ;)
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Post by: maddy on December 06, 2012, 06:32:58 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/736b2681539c5052f1dd341be61fb3de.jpg)

Sweet pea & jasmine....heavenly!
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Post by: mcmich on December 06, 2012, 06:36:08 am
very nice.
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Post by: Emme on December 06, 2012, 06:49:45 am
That would be lovely Maddy :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 06, 2012, 06:50:09 am
beautiful maddy, I bet it smells divine
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Post by: Wonder on December 06, 2012, 08:29:05 am
That candle is beautiful Maddie, I bet it smells divine.

Obbie, Bendon now have an online shop which so far has been a bit of trap for me - but who can resist some of the really special ones at 70% off particularly when they having matching sets. The set I got today is even nicer than I was expecting and I wore the sports bra (full price) to gym tonight and it was great.

Cookie, while the lingerie I've bought in the last few days (2 different sets) is georgous I certainly won't be modeling any of it - I don't want to scare our forum members away!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on December 07, 2012, 12:19:21 am
Wonder, can you post the site for me... :)
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Post by: Jamberie on December 07, 2012, 12:01:35 pm
A BIG box arrived today from Peters of Kensington  ;D
Inside are Christmas and B'day presents from DH......I do know what is supposed to be in there, but I might have to open the big box just to check nothing is broken.... ;)
I know there's a pizza oven, a tea set, some baking beads.....but I can't remember what else....
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 07, 2012, 12:04:35 pm
You definitely need to check if anything is broken :)
My cake stand from POK was broken when it arrived, and they were nice enough to replace it for me :)
Tell him that you just need to check on the tea set :)
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Post by: Jamberie on December 07, 2012, 12:09:32 pm
Exactly what I wanted to hear ;D thanks ES, I'll tell DH your story & I'm sure he'll understand...then I can post pics of the fun things!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 07, 2012, 07:52:23 pm
My Kettle from POK was chipped and I had to send it back, haven't heard anything from them yet. I had better ring them and find out what's going on.
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Post by: obbie on December 07, 2012, 10:57:09 pm
Thanks wonder
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Post by: Halex on December 08, 2012, 12:23:46 am
AWW cook books
https://m.catchoftheday.com.au/smallfish_info.php?event_id=2472&utm_source=cotd&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=sos2_20121207
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 08, 2012, 12:46:03 am
Thanks for the link H, but I don't want need anymore cookbooks, I don't need and more cookbooks, I don't need anymore cookbooks, I don't need......
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on December 08, 2012, 12:49:50 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on December 08, 2012, 12:46:03 am
T I don't need anymore cookbooks, I don't need......

Fiddlesticks!!!!  Don't even think such a thing!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 01:05:45 am
Oh dangerous hally.. Dh now gets annoyed if i wonder off looking at cookbooks lol.. Says i will need to stop one day.. Checking out the link 😊
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Post by: obbie on December 08, 2012, 01:45:42 am
great selection of ww books, could be tempted..
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Post by: Halex on December 08, 2012, 02:50:39 am
I am trying hard not to buy. DH says where are we putting all these books as he looks at piles all over the place
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 05:32:35 am
Lol hally sounds like our place.. I imagine a personal,library of cookbooks.. If he can have a games room i can surely manage a library lol...i am trying to be good but am partial to a good cookbook :)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 09:45:12 am
Jd did you get all the colours and tips in the end jd???
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2012, 09:49:26 am
Yes Kim from one source or another.  Hally has some for me and Katie does as well. Now I think I need some of those decorating pens.  I looked at them recently and didn't think I would use them but since then I've seen ES's ideas for gingerbread men and now see why I need them.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 09:51:44 am
The ones you put icing into jd??
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2012, 09:54:57 am
These had the icing in them already Kim, all different colours.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:00:06 am
Oh ok.. ..
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:17:32 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:00:06 am
Oh ok.. ..

 ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:18:45 am
😄😄😄😄😄 uni
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Post by: goldfish on December 08, 2012, 10:26:01 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:00:06 am
Oh ok.. ..

 ;D ;D ;D  Response of the century . . . ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:30:06 am
Quote from: goldfish on December 08, 2012, 10:26:01 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:00:06 am
Oh ok.. ..

 ;D ;D ;D  Response of the century . . . ;D ;D ;D

pantie change  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on December 08, 2012, 10:32:47 am

[/quote]

 ;D ;D ;D  Response of the century . . . ;D ;D ;D
[/quote]

pantie change  ;D
[/quote]

No, that was the response of the century!
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:37:05 am
Hey i was working hard getting jd over the 20000 posts so whatever it takes lol!!
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:37:45 am
 ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 08, 2012, 10:37:58 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:40:23 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:37:05 am
Hey i was working hard getting jd over the 20000 posts so whatever it takes lol!!

thanks kim its was a longggggggggggggggg day

love it, Oh ok.. ..
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:42:05 am
Thanks go to you uni for instigating this wholething :) and for getting me to post crazy posts 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:46:50 am
its been fun kim
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 08, 2012, 10:47:34 am
Well done ladies ;D
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Post by: dede on December 08, 2012, 10:47:58 am
You girls did very well :)
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Post by: Jamberie on December 08, 2012, 10:58:16 am
Haha! Great work!

A couple of people thought that I should open my (really DH's) POK order just to check the contents are intact ;) . So I did a thorough examination ;D and all is good!

Now one more piece of advice...should I open the pizza oven box to check the stone :D  ???(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/08/y6e8useb.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 11:00:18 am
 i think u should ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 11:03:10 am
Definately 😁
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Post by: cookie1 on December 08, 2012, 11:25:35 am
Uni and Kim tou have worked very hard making Judy chat!
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2012, 12:42:07 pm
You certainly did girls, I wondered what you were drinking and why you wanted to chat to me tonight - I really am not that stupid but I had no idea what was going on  ;D   Sorry I took so long to rack up those last few posts and thanks again for all your efforts, I've had a great night.  :-* :-*
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Post by: fundj&e on December 08, 2012, 10:16:11 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:00:06 am
Oh ok.. ..

still lol  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:21:42 pm
Hahaha uni..

Jd that was the main thing just wished we could have seen your face :). Glad you had a good night!
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Post by: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:23:25 pm
I thought jd might start thinking what was wrong with me with all the questions..and you should have seen what uni wanted me to post lol.. I stopped at a single icecream thread not knowing there already was one.. Lol
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Post by: goldfish on December 08, 2012, 10:58:14 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on December 08, 2012, 10:23:25 pm
I thought jd might start thinking what was wrong with me with all the questions..

Frozzie - Judy probably thought you were spending too much time in the Qld sun!!- the list of suggested threads was an absolute doozy!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: droverjess on December 08, 2012, 11:19:45 pm
LOL Frozzie and Uni.
But I found a new ice cream to make because of it, even in winter over here!!
And I thought Frozzie was busy distracting herself on here.... As I am out of real time with most of you on here plus at work a lot too.

The thing I couldn't get was why Frozzie  you needed to do more than 20 pm s per hour, that had me really puzzled? LOL
Now I know!

Good one!
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Post by: obbie on December 09, 2012, 02:44:20 am
Hi DJ, take care.

shopping this week, on last minute pressies....
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Post by: droverjess on December 09, 2012, 09:04:49 am
Off to BUY jam jars today for last lot of Xmas hamper cooking.
Because of moving, not got many jars!

Right off to make mustard before we go! Soaked overnight..... Slight miscalculation and put in T not t of peppercorns and had to fish a lot out. Will be HOT mustard!  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 09, 2012, 09:13:46 am
You sound as though you're really enjoying this, DJ!  Good luck with the mustard . . I love a hot mustard - I'm sure it'll be fabulous!! :D
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Post by: droverjess on December 09, 2012, 07:08:00 pm
I am enjoying it, and treated myself to this today. Sopping is very rare for me.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh621/Droverjess/2944ad9d6c5c99d548a103f7a93bd40b.jpg)

One hours wages to get it.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh621/Droverjess/57a79d3d0977376575b832acebb3a66d.jpg)

Can't wait to try it.

Got more jars, but actually didn't need them.

Made mustard and it wasn't quite how I expected. I like it, DH not so sure, but it needs to mature.

Now back to running in ends of cotton on my dishcloths and scrubbies.
Be back later.
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Post by: goldfish on December 09, 2012, 07:22:52 pm
DJ - love the pan!!  Good on you for being good to you!!  :D  I'd say that was an hour well spent - you'll have years of enjoyment from what comes from that little gift from you to you!! :D :D
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Post by: jo_nz on December 09, 2012, 07:28:56 pm
Oooo, I wonder if I can find baguette trays over here.... Looks great.

I bought a box of jars the other day, and started filling them up for christmas.  Cute little hexagon ones, I think they are 125mL
The flash has made the colours rather washed out - the Lemon Curd IS actually yellow! And the relish not quite so orange.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3502.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 09, 2012, 07:43:39 pm
lemon honey,please explain  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 09, 2012, 07:49:37 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on December 09, 2012, 07:43:39 pm
lemon honey,please explain  ;D

I think it's just another name for lemon curd . . . :D

The jars looks great jo-nz . . . how did you do the labels?
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Post by: mcmich on December 09, 2012, 08:36:47 pm
Looks really good Jo.
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Post by: obbie on December 09, 2012, 09:13:27 pm
Jars look great Jo
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Post by: Halex on December 09, 2012, 10:15:50 pm
DJ, i have a baguette pan, mine holds 2 loaves, I often use it for rolls too.

 :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 09, 2012, 10:23:15 pm
Jo they look great

Love the tin DJ

I bought a new sunbeam steam iron as my other one kept discharging dirty water it might be able to be fixed but I love my new one and it came with a free ironing board
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Post by: Halex on December 09, 2012, 10:24:47 pm
Love the jars Jo :)
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Post by: droverjess on December 09, 2012, 10:31:36 pm
Lovely labels JO   mine are very rough handwritten ones in comparison.

It's not actually a tin, it's a silicon pre folded, pre shaped mat!

Doing split shifts next two days, so not sure when will try it. Oh just remembered need to order more flour as emptied cupboard out of bread  flour. Only spelt and a bit of wholemeal left!

Funny Yorkshire puddings today. Aldi flour not up to expectations!
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Post by: jo_nz on December 10, 2012, 12:40:21 am
Quote from: fundj&e on December 09, 2012, 07:43:39 pm
lemon honey,please explain  ;D

Yup, it's Lemon Curd  ;D (Tenina's Lemon curd recipe)

The labels are done with my home computer/printer and my Silhouette cutting machine. 
Hi, my name's Jo, and I'm addicted to gadgets!! 
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 10, 2012, 04:19:18 am
Lovely jars Jo and there are worse addictions. Mine is Tupperware.
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Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2012, 04:25:53 am
I love the jars & labels too Jo.

DJ I have the same baguette tray - sent to me by a forum friend over there ;)

Today 2 deliveries - my pineapple peel 'n core and my veggie book (The River Cottage chap)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 10, 2012, 04:30:20 am
DJ the baguette tray is really good. Mine came from the same source as Judy's.

I can't wait to receive my River Cottage cookbook. It is under the tree but I am forbidden to even touch.  :)
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Post by: nazar on December 10, 2012, 01:40:45 pm
hi jo nz  
 we all have those addiction
mine is craft stuff , mainly paper and fabric

 what a great idea jo nz  l think l will have to get a label  template for my machine
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Post by: jo_nz on December 10, 2012, 06:54:52 pm
Oh, I'm also a crafter...knit, sew, make hair accessories, cards....and much more I'm sure!
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 06:30:33 pm
for Eve
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 11, 2012, 06:53:49 pm
How lovely Uni.Eve will be like a Princess sitting on it. ;D
I bought a highchair today for when Louis visit us at Christmas. :)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 06:56:40 pm
how long will you have him for  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 11, 2012, 06:58:23 pm
I hope it will be for a week ;)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 07:04:18 pm
1 week, just eoungh time to spoil him and give him back lol   
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 11, 2012, 07:07:17 pm
Exactly!!!! :D :D  :D :D
Is everyone coming to your house for Christmas Lunch.
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 07:15:21 pm
No CC  we are all going to tashs place
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Post by: goldfish on December 11, 2012, 07:18:49 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 06:30:33 pm
for Eve

fit for a princess, Uni . . .

CC - how lovely to have them over Christmas!  It's a super idea to have a high chair all ready and waiting . . . :D
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Post by: Emme on December 11, 2012, 07:27:12 pm
That is lovely Uni, Eve will love it  ;D

CC, I am sure he will love his highchair  :D

Marie
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Post by: mcmich on December 11, 2012, 07:36:23 pm
Wow, what they have for kids these days. Can't wait to be a grandma.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 11, 2012, 08:08:44 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 11, 2012, 07:36:23 pm
Wow, what they have for kids these days. Can't wait to be a grandma.
Start saving now Michele.You will be tempted to buy everything :D  :D :D :D
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Post by: obbie on December 11, 2012, 08:21:34 pm
looks good,  Grandma's buying pressies.
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Post by: droverjess on December 11, 2012, 09:21:17 pm
Ordered my flour today, does that count as shoppinG?
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 10:17:15 pm
more for Eve  :-))

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Post by: Yvette on December 11, 2012, 11:11:40 pm
Very cute Uni, those chair thingies are a good idea what ages are they for?
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Post by: astarra on December 11, 2012, 11:14:13 pm
Loving the kid shopping!  :)
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Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2012, 11:20:59 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 11, 2012, 11:11:40 pm
Very cute Uni, those chair thingies are a good idea what ages are they for?

Newborn to school age

i think its a bit small for a 5 year old


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Post by: Yvette on December 11, 2012, 11:33:34 pm
Yes I think it would be too small for even a 2 year old. It would be great for the 0-6 month age.
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Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2012, 12:25:52 am
Quote from: Droverjess on December 11, 2012, 09:21:17 pm
Ordered my flour today, does that count as shoppinG?

If it's bulk DJ, some do and some don't.  I include everything in my tally.
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Post by: maddy on December 12, 2012, 04:03:41 am
Quote from: astarra on December 11, 2012, 11:14:13 pm
Loving the kid shopping!  :)

me too!   I really miss buying that stuff.


This is all I can remember recently  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6ac40435adc4d4497a8e7d6e124a41f1.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3883000b1f2be6d22ae018a94aa32124.jpg)
X6

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/04876ce05e1d458d1968b2d08648103b.jpg)
The first Australian publication

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6d2c065db2eaadcde8da15c84f61dc7d.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/652efc5da4f3d3687401e644c3a8e115.jpg)
So many drool worthy homes & trees  8)
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Post by: Yvette on December 12, 2012, 04:09:00 am
Maddy I looked everywhere for one of those pie dishes when I bought another one a while back  :(
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Post by: obbie on December 12, 2012, 04:44:33 am
we have about 5 of those dishes, in enamel bake, and I never use them.
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Post by: Halex on December 12, 2012, 07:38:38 am
I bought cp his big xmas present, wii U, with a super mario U games :)

He willl flip :)
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Post by: Wonder on December 12, 2012, 08:16:37 am
Great buys everyone, I haven't done any shopping had better do it all this weekend. Ordeal what to buy DS for his main Santa present.
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Post by: kezza on December 12, 2012, 12:19:20 pm
I bought a New Wave 5 in 1 Pressure Cooker from Kitchenware Direct.  I've never cooked in a pressure cooker before, so am feeling as nervous using it as I was when I first got my Thermomix :-))
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Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2012, 12:22:22 pm
I don't blame you kezza  ;)
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Post by: Halex on December 12, 2012, 06:34:23 pm
Kezza, I was very nervous at frst, I love mine, I have an electric pc.

You will think its fab once you get used to it :)

H :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 12, 2012, 10:43:33 pm
Quote from: Halex on December 12, 2012, 07:38:38 am
I bought cp his big xmas present, wii U, with a super mario U games :)

He willl flip :)

Hally I just bought my son one too. He told me we wont get one cause everyone preordered and there wont be anymore till next year. So he will be very excited
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Post by: Halex on December 12, 2012, 10:51:06 pm
I didnt know what to get, our wii is just over 5 years old & all the new games are for the wiiU soI i figured I would have to buy it at some stage, so bingo xmas :)

He can play all his old games on it too :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 12, 2012, 10:52:37 pm
Yes Hally but with the old games they have to use the old controllers. There are not many games out yet for the Wii U. We got the bigger package did you?
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Post by: mcmich on December 12, 2012, 10:53:57 pm
Some very suprised and lucky boys on Christmas morning.  :D
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Post by: Halex on December 12, 2012, 10:54:25 pm
Yes I did. Bought the super mario game & the nntendo one was included in the box :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 12, 2012, 11:02:23 pm
That's good Hally we are going to my Mum's for Christmas so she will buy him a game when we go shopping for Christmas and he will probably buy one with his money. I wouldn't dare pick a game anymore when he was younger I could but not now  ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 12, 2012, 11:16:35 pm
How old is your ds :)

Mine picked the game up with his jb hifi vouchers & said its for the U & put it back. He will flip on chrissy day ;D
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Post by: Yvette on December 12, 2012, 11:27:12 pm
Hally my ds is 15. It will be good because at this age it is hard to surprise them  :) Hope cp loves his
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Post by: obbie on December 13, 2012, 01:44:25 am
I have a nuwave 5 in 1 PC, love it
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Post by: goldfish on December 14, 2012, 01:09:42 am
Bought Spice by Christine Manfield(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/14/dypunese.jpg)
Lovely book .. Going to enjoy this one :-)

and the cookie stamps from www.stampinup.com(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/14/yquvy7ez.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on December 14, 2012, 01:22:16 am
Also found these people at a stall at a local shopping centre . . . bought Fake it (the Delicious book) and the Food Safari book each for $10

This is their website . .  ;D

http://itsall5dollars.com.au/
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Post by: obbie on December 14, 2012, 02:00:05 am
looks good
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Post by: inthekitchen on December 14, 2012, 05:42:23 am
I've got the NewWave 5in1 cooker too. I love it!  I don't use it as much as I should though, using the TM most nights.  I really recommend buying a good pc cookbook & a good slowcooker book, to get the most out of the machine.  Suzanne Gibbs has a great one, lots of family suitable recipes. 
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Post by: obbie on December 14, 2012, 06:00:33 am
I should buy a PC book.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 14, 2012, 08:49:09 am
I will probably get the newwave 5 in 1 but with the spare ss bowl as not a fan of aluminium or non stick and the standard bowl is both... Sounds as though the manual is a bit hit and miss though and some people think its faulty but in fact its just something that wasnt fully explained i the manual???
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Post by: fundj&e on December 14, 2012, 03:49:27 pm
kim have you seen the 6 in 1 http://www.newwavekitchenappliances.com.au/catalogue/products/6-1-multicooker/6-1-multicooker
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Post by: Frozzie on December 14, 2012, 05:52:05 pm
No i hadnt thx uni :)
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Post by: obbie on December 14, 2012, 09:50:08 pm
I used my PC last night. the meat was just so moist and tender
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Post by: Wonder on December 14, 2012, 10:55:14 pm
I love my PC, it does the best curry.

Just got the 5 in 1 back after it was repaired, they ave great customer service. Uni I got the ss bowl and i much prefer it to the coated aluminum one which comes as standard.

Obbie, I put the women's weekly PCM book on the recipe book thread a while ago but there were no takers, happy to send it to you if you would like it. I have both the paperback and the hardcover so don't need both.
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Post by: Halex on December 14, 2012, 11:36:54 pm
Yes love my pc. Makes the best stock. I have all the bones from my cos to make into stock ths weekend. I am going to try & freeze a few bones, but the freezers really are full.

Have a full batch of tika paste in TM, abut 20 mins to go, pretty happy as its only 7.34, lol.

Also taco meat on the hob.

Have worked out if I vacuum seal some items, I can get more in the freezer :)

Love my vacum sealer too

 :)
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Post by: obbie on December 14, 2012, 11:46:52 pm
Thanks wonder, i would love it.

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Post by: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 07:03:46 am
That's great Obbie, pm me your address and I'll send it on Monday.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 15, 2012, 08:40:39 am
I just bought an electric pressure cooker  ;D
Haven't used a pressure cooker since my stovetop one in the eighties.
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Post by: fundj&e on December 15, 2012, 09:00:42 am
which one MF the 5 in 1 ?
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Post by: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 09:01:04 am
You will love it Mama Fergie.

Was Christmas shopping today and look what jumped into my trolley. For $20 I thought I may as well give it a go

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/15/zuza9aby.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on December 15, 2012, 09:15:05 am
That was good Wonder, I thought they were much dearer than that

Marie
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Post by: fundj&e on December 15, 2012, 09:16:26 am
dont u just hate it when that happens Wonder  :-))
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 15, 2012, 09:17:47 am
Wow wonder for $20 I think it would have popped into my trolley too. Sounds like you got a bargain.
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Post by: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 11:44:47 am
It might be useless and not a argonaut all but thought it was worth a try.

Uni I thought I might be Abe to ske thse beautiful Italian wafers if the cones don't work. Do you have recipe by any chance?
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Post by: fundj&e on December 15, 2012, 11:46:46 am
Quote from: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 11:44:47 am
It might be useless and not a argonaut all but thought it was worth a try.

Uni I thought I might be Abe to ske thse beautiful Italian wafers if the cones don't work. Do you have recipe by any chance?
sorry love no idea  :-*
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Post by: Meagan on December 15, 2012, 12:12:58 pm
Quote from: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 09:01:04 am
You will love it Mama Fergie.

Was Christmas shopping today and look what jumped into my trolley. For $20 I thought I may as well give it a go

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/15/zuza9aby.jpg)

Where did you buy it wonder? I want one  :o
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Post by: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 01:04:33 pm
Matchbox Meagan.
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Post by: Meagan on December 15, 2012, 01:08:12 pm
Quote from: Wonder on December 15, 2012, 01:04:33 pm
Matchbox Meagan.

Fab thanks :) does it have clear instructions?
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Post by: droverjess on December 15, 2012, 10:46:47 pm
Exciting things!

Bought Christmas present labels today, and a few things in Poundland.
Plus supermarket stuff.

Finally bought DS a Christmas present off the net. DD and I went looking today but failed. He is hard to choose for.

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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2012, 01:07:40 am
OOH I used to make waffle cones big time every day.

i should buy one too for the kids.


They are easy to roll, but do it quickly while hot..
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Post by: Emme on December 16, 2012, 01:50:48 am
Are they completely closed at the bottom Obbie, and what recipe did you use?

Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2012, 02:26:38 am
Oh I want one too. I am sure I saw them somewhere other than Matchbox. Off to look in the junk mail to see if I can find them.
Could you use it for waffles too do you think?
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 03:36:46 am
I picked one up the other day & put it back :o

H :)
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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2012, 03:54:49 am
In my previous life, i managed a ice creamery for 3 years, and cooked waffle cones every day, but our mix was pre mixed.

easy to roll though. :)
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Post by: goldfish on December 16, 2012, 06:04:41 am
Quote from: Halex on December 16, 2012, 03:36:46 am
I picked one up the other day & put it back :o

H :)

Hally, how could you!!!?? ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 06:10:14 am
Yes it was one of those very rare moments that I thought I ddnt really need it :o

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Post by: Emme on December 16, 2012, 07:22:33 am
Isn't it awful when you pick something up, then put it back.  Go back to get it and it has gone  :-))

Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2012, 07:44:52 am
I always seem to do that when I am away on holiday.  :'( :'( one day I will learn to buy it immediately.
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Post by: SoBlessed on December 16, 2012, 07:56:51 am
I got a new car!!!! A Suzuki Grand Vitara. I love it!
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Post by: Moo2 on December 16, 2012, 08:03:42 am
Nice one!
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Post by: VieveMS on December 16, 2012, 08:07:10 am
Very nice car SoBlessed.  Lucky you.
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2012, 08:10:50 am
New cars are nice, lucky you Vieve.

I did another online grocery order today as once again I couldn't get out and need so many things for my hampers.  Thought I'd try Coles this time but, unlike Woolies, they don't deliver your first order for free.  I bought so much more than I intended but then realised I need to plan ahead for a few weeks so hopefully I have most things covered apart from fresh fruit & veg/milk until the new year.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 16, 2012, 08:16:01 am
Nice car soblessed. You really are so blessed ;)
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Post by: SoBlessed on December 16, 2012, 08:42:25 am
Yes, I sure am. I like to live up to my name!  ;D
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Post by: kezza on December 16, 2012, 09:57:50 am
Have only just read how many of you have a pc.  Used mine last night and did Osso Bucco - it was great, but not without some heart stopping moments for me.  I have literally never seen a pc in action so did not have any idea what to expect.  I followed the instructions and the timer wouldn't count down and I was just watching the steam coming out of the top and I was expecting it to blow!  Anyway I stopped it because I thought the timer should be counting down, and started it again, for less time and it seemed to work.  I then went and googled it and found a lot of people say the instruction manual is useless and I agree with them.  Will now go out and buy a pressure cooker cookbook - any suggestions as to the best one to buy for a beginner?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2012, 10:03:22 am
Sorry cant help. I am scared of them.
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Post by: Wonder on December 16, 2012, 10:20:49 am
Kazza, I've got the womesns weekly and  the Suzanne Gibbs one and they are both great. I've found looking online has also been a great help.
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Post by: VieveMS on December 16, 2012, 10:34:02 am
Sorry Kezza, I don't have a PC.  Although I am thinking about it....
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Post by: gertbysea on December 16, 2012, 08:09:26 pm
Lovely car Soblessed.

judy was  Coles as as good as Woolies on line?

Gert
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 08:14:52 pm
Quote from: Wonder on December 16, 2012, 10:20:49 am
Kazza, I've got the womesns weekly and  the Suzanne Gibbs one and they are both great. I've found looking online has also been a great help.

Kezza, i have these 2 books great. I recently bought mine & love it. Great for stocks & the meat cooked in the pc is so tender :) mine is an electric one. :)
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 08:17:41 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 16, 2012, 08:09:26 pm
Lovely car Soblessed.

judy was  Coles as as good as Woolies on line?

Gert

I was wondering the same. My ww order came yesterday, no mistakes this time.
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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2012, 08:31:16 pm
Nice car :)
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Post by: goldfish on December 16, 2012, 08:43:08 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 16, 2012, 10:03:22 am
Sorry cant help. I am scared of them.

I'm with you there, Cookie - I know others swear by them and I was almost tempted to get one but in the end I was quite happy to remain PC free . .  ;D


So Blessed - What a blessing to have a new car!!  Hope it gives you years and miles of wonderful service!! :)
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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2012, 08:44:27 pm
I love my PC
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Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2012, 08:46:14 pm
Quote from: obbie on December 16, 2012, 08:44:27 pm
I love my PC

Me too!   ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 08:47:59 pm
Love mine too :)
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Post by: goldfish on December 16, 2012, 08:56:26 pm
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D   well - there you go . . . . looks like just you and me Cookie . . . ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on December 16, 2012, 09:47:40 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 16, 2012, 08:56:26 pm
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D   well - there you go . . . . looks like just you and me Cookie . . . ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Nope, me three.  I am a gadget fiend but that's where I draw the line (for now anyway).
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Post by: Wonder on December 16, 2012, 10:11:14 pm
I was a little scared at first but you soon get over that once you read a little and look at the safety features of the new ones, we wouldn't be without ours now. Last weekend we did a boned leg of lamb which had been marinated in a greek marinade for 30 mins and then put on the bbq to brown up before slicing and the meat was melt in your mouth tender, we had a crowd over and it was all gone in about 5 mins. I'm going to do 3 legs like this for a big family gathering on boxing day.

For those interested in the waffle iron, I had a go with it yesterday. I didn't like the look of the recipe which came with it so mixed up a few recipes which may have been my downfall, I found the mixture tasted fantastic but didn't go crisp. I won't have much time to experiment but think next time I will stick to the recipe on the box and see how I go. They were relatively easy to cook and curl although I couldn't get the ends to join with no little hole.
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Post by: Nikkit on December 16, 2012, 10:28:53 pm
I'm scared of pc's too.

My Mum had one when I was a kid and I swear that thing was possessed :o  . Mum would throw all this good food into it and put it on the gas stove and not long after it would start hissing and steam would be shooting from it. It made horrible noises and when I got too close the steam thingy would point my way and hiss more.
 
Funnily enough - all the food that came out of it was pretty darned good, but I have no urgent need to go buy one.  :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 16, 2012, 10:33:48 pm
I'm not bothered about getting a PC. At the moment we don't have the space or money :-))
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 16, 2012, 10:36:19 pm
I love my PC, but it doesn't get used as much in the summer as in the winter. I have a new BBQ, so I am using that ( as well as thermie) ;D
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Post by: astarra on December 16, 2012, 10:43:11 pm
DH told me I can get a 5-in-1 .... but I haven't (yet). Admit to being scared of PCs too.  :-[  And I use my slowcooker so often, had it for 4yrs and it only cost me $30 so it really owes me nothing but I'd almost feel bad replacing it while it still is going strong! It is a good old faithful machine!!  :D  Can you tell I love my Slow Cooker??!  :-*
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 16, 2012, 10:51:38 pm
I used my new PC for the first time last night.
It was great   :D

Love my slow cooker too  :D
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 16, 2012, 10:52:55 pm
Oh yes, love my slow cooker ;D
I make the most delicious slow-cooked bread and butter pudding :-))
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2012, 10:53:25 pm
MF, what did you make in your pc?

 :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 16, 2012, 11:24:25 pm
Just used what I had which was thick round lamb chops, onions, garlic, mushrooms, tinned tomatoes, stock, white wine and red and green capsicum. Had it with polenta with Parmesan. It was yum and so quick.
Lots of flavour which was great as slow cooker always gives that depth of flavour and wasn't sure if PC would.
Was a bit scared as haven't used a pressure cooker since a stove top in the early eighties.  :D
You ladies inspired me to get one  :D
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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2012, 11:45:10 pm
I love my slow cooker, But I love the PC too.

and my thermie and my other machine ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2012, 11:57:43 pm
A PC will always have its place in my kitchen.

Received alyce's low carb book over the weekend. Looks great, and I'm hoping this will be the year that the skinny me comes back. Also got the oz harvest book last week. Hoping my kindle paperlite arrives tomorrow. I love ordering online, its like getting presents.
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Post by: obbie on December 17, 2012, 12:44:25 am
CP let me know what you think of the low carb book, I am interested in it too.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2012, 12:57:40 am
I definitely won't be making the seared tuna salad...although now I look at the pic more the tuna is sliced nice and thinly, so perhaps I will. I really like QFITTM, and this has been set out exactly the same. Recipes are very easy with readily available ingredients.
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Post by: Halex on December 17, 2012, 03:25:07 am
Mine arrived today, but a little busy right now :)
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Post by: VieveMS on December 17, 2012, 07:11:17 am
I bought a copy of Alyce's Low Carb book today.  Had a quick glance through and have earmarked a few things to try soon.
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Post by: VieveMS on December 17, 2012, 10:36:39 am
Also bought a Sunbeam FoodSaver.  I've just vacuum sealed 6.5kgs of scotch fillet.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 17, 2012, 11:43:19 am
My book  arrived today the Oz harvest cookbook. Cant wait to have a good look through it.
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Post by: kezza on December 17, 2012, 12:03:52 pm
Thanks Wonder and Hally for the PC cookbook suggestions.  Will look for those now. 
CP I am still waiting for my AA low carb books.  I hope they arrive soon as one is a Xmas present for my DD.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2012, 12:05:05 pm
This is DH's but I went shopping with him.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/17/aqa3ysup.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2012, 12:15:22 pm
Cooked some stuff from it tonight. DD saw it and asked where she could get a copy. Just played deaf cos I bought the 3 pack so I could give one to DD1 and DD2 for Chrissy.  My MC just broke in half about a month ago and I bought a new one. She said she wished she'd known as she could've got me one for Chrissy. On the other hand somehow I think she would freak if she opened a box, being her one and only pressie from us, and there wrapped in bubble wrap was an MC  ;) she said she would like money as she is going OS on Boxing Day so perhaps I should slip a $20 note in her card  ;)

Very handy cookie, and practical with the back seat.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 17, 2012, 01:21:38 pm
Love your new car Cookie.My DH is loves the Hilux ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 17, 2012, 02:18:31 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2012, 11:57:43 pm
I love ordering online, its like getting presents.

Until you get your statement and realise you paid for them  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2012, 02:21:04 pm
yes, I went a bit mad on iTunes last night and gasped a bit when I added up the invoices this morning. Money is made to be spent  ;) but now its back to the grindstone  :D
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Post by: Meagan on December 17, 2012, 02:54:39 pm
Quote from: Halex on December 16, 2012, 03:36:46 am
I picked one up the other day & put it back :o

H :)

Was it in garden city Hally?
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Post by: Halex on December 17, 2012, 08:43:49 pm
No it was at the kitchen place Leach Jighway, Myaree.

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Post by: johnro on December 17, 2012, 09:05:39 pm
Total agreement CP re ordering online  (http://www.messengerfreak.com/emoticons/christmas/santa67.gif)
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Post by: Wonder on December 17, 2012, 10:28:47 pm
CP i will be interested to see if you get your paperwhite, I'm not expecting mine until after Christmas
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Post by: goldfish on December 17, 2012, 10:39:26 pm
A little miffed with a certain Australian online bookseller atm . . . on their site is still "Order Now for Christmas Delivery" - placed an order two days ago and just checked the tracking . . . ."estimated shipping . . Jan 3 - Jan 17" . . . . .Not happy, Jan!!! >:(
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2012, 11:32:47 pm
It should be here today. They've sent me a tracking number now and its in Perth and has had a destination scan. Funny how we ordered the same time, and were at the same stage in the waiting process  ???
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Post by: obbie on December 18, 2012, 01:35:45 am
No shopping today ;)
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Post by: deedub on December 18, 2012, 04:15:13 am
Bought myself another Xmas present today- nothing exciting, just a nightie. If there's no present for me under the tree on Xmas morning my girls will think Santa's forgotten me! He's also giving me a beach towel shhh.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 18, 2012, 04:29:08 am
I ordered Vanilla Beans last Wednesday they still haven't arrived. Hope they hurry, I might get desperate and start drinking the Vodka I've bought for the Vanilla Extract.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 18, 2012, 04:41:33 am
It's arrived! Now I just have to work out how to link it up to my amazon account  ???
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Post by: Yvette on December 18, 2012, 04:45:25 am
Have fun playing with your new toy CP
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 18, 2012, 05:10:32 am
It was really easy to link up to my account. Also got a shirt folder after someone mentioned it on here, and a secure key lanyard thingy to fit onto my fitbit it so I don't lose it. Trouble is...I lost it yesterday!!!
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Post by: Yvette on December 18, 2012, 05:22:29 am
Not laughing CP  :o :o
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 18, 2012, 05:56:19 am
What's a fitbit? And a secure key?
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Post by: jeninwa on December 18, 2012, 06:20:35 am
Bought  myself
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/18/6y7e6ugu.jpg)


The Smart Scoop, ice cream maker with automatic hardness settings. The first ice cream maker that automatically senses the hardness of the mixture based on your selection and keeps it ready until its time to eat.
By breville, next is to order a paperlite from amazon.
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Post by: maddy on December 18, 2012, 06:27:12 am
Yesterday's efforts, finished Xmas the shopping within 3 hours, and was in time to have lunch with friends at 12pm.....now that's how I like to shop   8)

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A 2nd hand iPhone for DD, clothes & cookbooks


Nice new toy there Jeninwa  ;)
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Post by: Emme on December 18, 2012, 06:33:24 am
Love the car Cookie  :)

There is some serious shopping going on here ladies  ;D
Glad mine is finished, although some still has not arrived, keeping fingers crossed.  ;D

Marie
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 18, 2012, 08:51:13 am
You are the shopping queen Maddy. Awesome effort.
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Post by: judydawn on December 18, 2012, 08:58:00 am
Nice car Cookie, so much more useful than a ute - you never know when you might have extra passengers.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 18, 2012, 09:21:27 am
Nice wheels Cookie, I have a twin cab Rodeo turbo diesel with a tray back I love it.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 18, 2012, 09:31:34 am
Just having a practice at posting a photo for when I open my SS pressie
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 18, 2012, 09:35:42 am
The photo worked AB but since when have you been a bright redhead! ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 18, 2012, 09:36:33 am
Well done AB, was that your first try?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 18, 2012, 09:41:33 am
Second try JD , I emailed the photo to myself, the first time I did it I thought it gave me an option of different sizes but didn't happen this time.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 18, 2012, 10:14:36 am
Nice ice cream maker Jen.  8)
Maddy you certainly know how to shop when pushed for time. :D  :D
Nice work with the photo AB ;)
Marie I hope your parcels arrive in time ;D
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Post by: kezza on December 18, 2012, 10:21:08 am
My Alyce A books arrived today - yay!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 18, 2012, 12:01:14 pm
AB I love the vehicle and the bird. Clever photographer.
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Post by: Yvette on December 19, 2012, 12:10:21 am
Nice ice cream maker Jen

Great shopping as usual Maddy
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Post by: obbie on December 19, 2012, 12:19:16 am
love the ice cream maker Jen
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Post by: jeninwa on December 19, 2012, 12:58:33 am
Quote from: obbie on December 19, 2012, 12:19:16 am
love the ice cream maker Jen

So do I, made 2 lots of ice cream last night. So easy with thermie and Thelma. :D :D :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 19, 2012, 01:50:08 am
Maybe we could not mention ICM's today as I might  just jump in my car and go and buy one...but I'm trying to resist
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Post by: Wonder on December 19, 2012, 01:50:42 am
Great shopping Maddy and Jeninwa.

CP, I didn't pay the extra for the better postage so think I'll be waiting a while for mine. I'll be interested to hear what you think.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 19, 2012, 04:07:06 am
I broke my shopping record this morning. $315. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( I still have to buy fruit and vegies. :-\  I did buy another ham, and a free range turkey breast so that didn't help. We weren't having turkey this year until we saw Jamie do turkey wellington the other night. I will do it on Christmas eve and have it cold the next day.
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Post by: Emme on December 19, 2012, 04:37:15 am
Ouch Cookie, never mind you'll make up for it next time.  ;) ;D

CP does ICM mean Ice Cream Maker, if so,  I promise I won't mention it  ;D

Marie
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 19, 2012, 04:53:56 am
Now you're not allowed to say IC - I've been stirring some IC, and somehow there'd always be a big lump left on my spoon after I've finished. Now I've been stirring a little more than is probably necessary and have probably had too much  :-))

I can't remember what postage I paid for. It wouldn't have been the super quick one I don't think. The kindle is the best ever - I love it! Love the self lit background, the touch to turn page, how it tells you in minutes how long to the end of the chapter based on your reading speed. Some books it will even describe the characters, but in the book I'm currently reading it hasn't got that I don't think.  I was dreading setting it up, but it was a 2 second job to link up to my existing amazon account.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 19, 2012, 04:54:41 am
Cookie I saw Jamie Oliver the other night too and want to do the waffle and hot chocolate thingy. Think I will do his make ahead gravy instead. Slightly less fat in it!
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Post by: obbie on December 19, 2012, 06:10:36 am
all this shopping, If i lived closer to shops, I'm sure I would spend double...
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Post by: Halex on December 19, 2012, 09:14:25 am
Well took cp to JB HIFI with hs viuchers & money waleked out with.......

Sony Action Cam, plus accessries, its video camera that can be used nder water too. He was $60 short so chipped  in.

I finally bought The Castle on blu ray.


 :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on December 19, 2012, 11:11:22 am
I had fun today shopping at POK online. I've got my SIL for my Kris Kringle so I've ordered some nice things for her, and just one little thing slipped in for me as I needed some long handled tongs for my new BBQ. Luckily they had some green ones:)
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Post by: achookwoman on December 19, 2012, 10:08:28 pm
I am going to try and post a photo of a Lasagna pan that I bought.  It comes with the spatula shown in photo.  I has to be the most expensive pan I have ever purchased.  $80.  Chicago Metalic.  I have cooked 3 different types of Lasagna,  but mostly used it for bread sticks.  Using Cookies Vienna  Loaf recipe,  it makes 3 sticks.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 19, 2012, 10:10:45 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/20/ete2uvev.jpg)

It is about 30 cm. long.
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Post by: Yvette on December 19, 2012, 10:25:20 pm
That's a good idea Chookie if you want a few different lasagnes or a smaller one  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 19, 2012, 10:29:44 pm
I keep swearing off this thread but ,I do like that lasagna pan chookie!

Gert
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 19, 2012, 10:32:20 pm
Nice new avatar Gert ;D
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Post by: droverjess on December 19, 2012, 10:55:46 pm
Just come on for giggles... This thread always cracks me up.

I have received such lovely goodies from the shoppers on here.  We are hoping to have a more OTT and jollier one next year. So I will get lots of ideas from on here. Keep em coming.

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Post by: judydawn on December 19, 2012, 11:00:56 pm
The presents or the ideas DJ - or both  :D :D :D

You deserved to have a good one this year DJ and I'm sure all the extra gifts you received just made your steps a little lighter.  If you feel good, you cope better I think - it sure has helped me in my current situation.

I'll raise my glass on Christmas Day to all of us going through rough times - hopefully 2013 will be better.
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Post by: Emme on December 20, 2012, 02:26:41 am
In anticipation of a hot summer ahead, I have bought a Cool coat  (http://www.coolweave.com.au/k9_cooling_vest.htm) for Bonnie.  Spoilt dog  ;D
Marie
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Post by: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 02:39:00 am
Ordered a Thermapen (that Andi recommended) (and a silicone shoe to protect it) which are being posted today by Express.  Hope to receive them on Monday.  :)

(http://thermometer.co.uk/1489-thickbox/thermapen-thermometers.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on December 20, 2012, 02:45:51 am
Where did you order from Julie?

Marie
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 20, 2012, 03:01:44 am
Emme, just had a look at those Cool Coats they are good, if I lived where it was hot all the time I would defiantly get one for Rosie, 
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 20, 2012, 03:04:43 am
Quote from: Emme on December 20, 2012, 02:26:41 am
In anticipation of a hot summer ahead, I have bought a Cool coat  (http://www.coolweave.com.au/k9_cooling_vest.htm) for Bonnie.  Spoilt dog  ;D
Marie

What a great idea Marie. I am going to order one for each of my dogs as they feel the heat in summer.
Thanks for posting the link  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on December 20, 2012, 03:23:49 am
Oh shucks here I am back again. Coats are neat. Lucky I can just put my dogs in the pool.

The thermapen is. Neat too. I recently bought  fromPOK. The Master Chef food thermometer  which is great as well. I use it all the time and wish I had thought of it a long time ago. It registers from -40 to 230 c. It has it"s own case And clips on.

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 03:45:18 am
Quote from: Emme on December 20, 2012, 02:45:51 am
Where did you order from Julie?

Marie

Last night I sent an enquiry to the UK where they are made and they sent me back a reply saying they had forwarded it on to their supplier here in Australia (link below).  The Oz site doesn't give much information but they did email me first thing today. I ended up ringing them and spoke to Charles (02 88522720) who I ordered from.

http://www.rossbrownsales.com.au
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Post by: obbie on December 20, 2012, 03:47:15 am
Thermapen looks good
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Post by: astarra on December 20, 2012, 04:04:09 am
Just got myself a diary for next year - and spent the last little while filling in the appnts etc we already have booked!  :D
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Post by: Emme on December 20, 2012, 05:41:38 am
Thanks for the info Julie  ;D

Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on December 20, 2012, 10:58:35 am
Got my new iPad today.. Not the new one just an iPad 2 but 3G and 64 g as my 16 g was all full up and couldn't do anything with it so dh got me this one and said it will have to do for now.. No big purchases for us for a while unfortunately :( really should probably avoid this thread all together..
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Post by: Yvette on December 20, 2012, 10:26:21 pm
My DH has been trying to find an ipad mini for me for Christmas everyone is sold out, so have decided to get the normal ipad instead
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Post by: andiesenji on December 20, 2012, 10:37:39 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 03:45:18 am
Quote from: Emme on December 20, 2012, 02:45:51 am
Where did you order from Julie?

Marie

Last night I sent an enquiry to the UK where they are made and they sent me back a reply saying they had forwarded it on to their supplier here in Australia (link below).  The Oz site doesn't give much information but they did email me first thing today. I ended up ringing them and spoke to Charles (02 88522720) who I ordered from.

http://www.rossbrownsales.com.au

You won't be sorry.  I use mine for so many things - checking to see if microwaved foods are hot all the way through - often are still cold in the center when the outside is hot.

I check ALL baked goods - bread to be sure it has reached 95° C.  And cakes, sweet breads, etc., have reached 98° C.   Anything that contains a lot of sugar has to reach that temp in the center so it won't be soggy. 
With fruited breads or cakes  be sure and test in more than one spot because if the tip of the probe hits a piece of fruit, it will register HIGHER temp than the surrounding dough.   
You should also use this to test boiled or steamed puddings, which are extremely dense and sometimes are not cooked through to the center. 

If the desired temp has not been reached, put the item back into the oven for 10 minutes then check again and if you have two items in the oven at the same time, check BOTH.  Sometimes (and no one can explain why) some things will reach the "done" temp before others that are right next to them.
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Post by: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 10:59:10 pm
Thanks so much for your tips Andi, I really appreciate it.   :D

Ever since seeing Chookie's recommendation of checking the temp of the inside of bread I've wanted to get a good one  :D

The one I have (from Cheeselinks) isn't the best, won't turn off, have to remove battery just to stop it working etc so when I saw your post I decided to get a Thermapen too.  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 20, 2012, 11:14:04 pm
Thanks for the contact info, Julie0!  Charles remembers you! ;D
have ordered -

and Andi - thank you so much for those temperature tips - have printed them off to keep on hand!  Very much appreciated!
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Post by: gertbysea on December 20, 2012, 11:32:42 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 20, 2012, 10:26:21 pm
My DH has been trying to find an ipad mini for me for Christmas everyone is sold out, so have decided to get the normal ipad instead

I love my iPad but I have to say Yvette I  love my mini iPad more as it can go anywhere anytime and is so light.

My daughter just bought her first iPad the other day it is a mini and she bought it from a local Apple shop. It may be worth a few phone calls to find one in stock.

I also found a self locking cover whch protects the sides without adding weight nor bulk. brilliant!


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Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on December 20, 2012, 11:35:32 pm
JB HI FI could be worth checking,  this is where we got our iPhones when e were told there we non to be had in Melb.
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Post by: Yvette on December 20, 2012, 11:49:17 pm
Thanks Gert I only want to use mine at home so not too worried about the weight. Where did you get the cover? Is that for the normal Ipad too?

Chookie have tried the Apple store, JB, DJ's, Myer, Dick Smith everywhere you can think of. Some are only selling the 3G $700 version which I don't want.
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Post by: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 11:54:47 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 20, 2012, 11:14:04 pm
Thanks for the contact info, Julie0!  Charles remembers you! ;D
have ordered -

and Andi - thank you so much for those temperature tips - have printed them off to keep on hand!  Very much appreciated!

You're welcome Goldfish.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on December 20, 2012, 11:57:56 pm
I bought the cover at a local shop which services Apple products. It is no name. There are even more for the iPad . I have bought several different covers for the iPad  and I like the STM self locking slim one. Protects the sides and back nicely . But if you are not taking it out of the house you may want a heavy duty one . Depends  on your needs but choose carefully as some can be expensive..

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 12:02:13 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 10:59:10 pm
Thanks so much for your tips Andi, I really appreciate it.   :D

Ever since seeing Chookie's recommendation of checking the temp of the inside of bread I've wanted to get a good one  :D

The one I have (from Cheeselinks) isn't the best, won't turn off, have to remove battery just to stop it working etc so when I saw your post I decided to get a Thermapen too.  ;D

Exactly right  JulieO that is why I bought my thermometer. Now I never have an underdone loaf . The MasterChef is so easy to use and read. Great for checking the yogurt as well as my yeast for my home brew. I find I keep it on the bench now.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on December 21, 2012, 12:04:55 am
Thanks Gert  :)
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Post by: JulieO on December 21, 2012, 12:07:20 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 12:02:13 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 20, 2012, 10:59:10 pm
Thanks so much for your tips Andi, I really appreciate it.   :D

Ever since seeing Chookie's recommendation of checking the temp of the inside of bread I've wanted to get a good one  :D

The one I have (from Cheeselinks) isn't the best, won't turn off, have to remove battery just to stop it working etc so when I saw your post I decided to get a Thermapen too.  ;D

Exactly right  JulieO that is why I bought my thermometer. Now I never have an underdone loaf . The MasterChef is so easy to use and read. Great for checking the yogurt as well as my yeast for my home brew. I find I keep it on the bench now.

Gert

Yes I get the feeling I'll use it more than I thought I would.  :D
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Post by: Emme on December 21, 2012, 12:20:56 am
Quote from: goldfish on December 20, 2012, 11:14:04 pm
Thanks for the contact info, Julie0!  Charles remembers you! ;D
have ordered -

and Andi - thank you so much for those temperature tips - have printed them off to keep on hand!  Very much appreciated!
I also ordered one, thanks Julie very much and thank you Andi for the tips also

Marie
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 21, 2012, 12:38:01 am
Oh o...I can feel another online purchase coming on  :-))
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Post by: goldfish on December 21, 2012, 12:46:11 am
Charles said not many left, CP . .!! ;) ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 01:38:05 am
Anyone know where I can get a new window before Christmas!. LOL .

Lawn more guy just flipped a chip into mine.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/21/paba5aqu.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/21/yru6e4us.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 21, 2012, 01:46:15 am
  :'(  glass people usually are pretty contactable, so you should be ok. Those lawn mowers are dangerous
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Post by: dede on December 21, 2012, 01:46:17 am
Oh crap Gert, that's not good especially this time of year. :(
Hopefully you can get it replaced straight away. :(
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 21, 2012, 01:54:42 am
Oh Buggar, I hope you can get it fixed quickly, I bet he s🔣🔣t himself when that happened.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 21, 2012, 01:59:41 am
Oh dear Gert not good. Maybe your insurance company can suggest someone.
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Post by: Emme on December 21, 2012, 02:01:00 am
Not good Gert, hoping you can get it fixed today

Marie
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Post by: Yvette on December 21, 2012, 02:51:40 am
Oh no do you have O'Briens glass up there? Or some other 24 hour glass company?

That will let the cockies in  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 03:17:23 am
So far I have rung  the ins company. The ins company gave the Glazier the wrong phone number so by the time I made 6 more phone calls and got connected with the glazier  2 hours have passed And he is at a Funeral.

The glass is slowly, creepily, and crackly falling into And out if the house. It is a mess.  I doubt it can be repaired anytime soon as it is special cyclone proof safety glass and is 2.4.X 1.3. Metres big. Not your normal standard window glass or pane size.

Probably will have to be boarded up for now .

One dog is hiding under the bed. Jaxon thinks it is his fault. Old Dogzhimers  Elvis is completely oblivious and even though I have set up barriers he is still trying to do his "circuit".

I am getting A glass of and going into the pool to read some crap  on my Kindle.

Oh, and a rocket frog just got a leg caught in my lap top keyboard.
 
Gert
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 21, 2012, 03:23:34 am
That's a bummer Gert and hopefully it can be fixed soon.
In the meantime enjoy your glass and relaxation in the pool :D
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Post by: Amy :-) on December 21, 2012, 03:25:54 am
I think you may need more than one glass Gert ;)
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Post by: goldfish on December 21, 2012, 03:58:51 am
Hang in there Gert!  Hope it gets fixed soon... It must have been a doozy of a shot to cause that ...

Relented.. And this just arrived...(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/21/tetereve.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 04:05:06 am
So the good news is that the glazier just left to go back to his shop to bring back some laminated glass which he will put into the frame as a temporary measure  even though it will be 2 cm short! The glass factory has shut down the their furnaces for the holidays and won't fire them up until the middle of January when they can make the proper glass for the frame. So a temporary job to be done today as soon as the Apprentice has finished his Christmas shopping!

The lovely glazier brought his lovely wife with him and as she is from Thailand we were able to have a lovely  conversation in Thai about lovely Thailand.so everything is lovely indeed.

So the answer is that you can actually buy a window before  Christmas. Not the good one but good enough unless there is a cyclone in the next couple of weeks.

Not a bad say at all.

Gert



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Post by: obbie on December 21, 2012, 04:06:59 am
Ouch Gert, glad its sorted
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Post by: judydawn on December 21, 2012, 04:15:19 am
That's rotten luck Gretchen and such bad timing too.  Keep us informed and let us know when the proper cyclone proof glass has been installed.  In the meantime, I will keep my eye on the weather for your area and hope there are no cyclones presenting - you might need to get that window boarded up if something rears it's ugly head as we all know that is quite probable at this time of the year.  Poor old doggies, it sounds as if their Christmas has really been upset and I hope Jaxon comes out from under the bed at some stage.
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Post by: Yvette on December 21, 2012, 04:16:14 am
That's good Gert better than nothing  :)
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Post by: JulieO on December 21, 2012, 04:22:39 am
Quote from: Emme on December 21, 2012, 12:20:56 am
Quote from: goldfish on December 20, 2012, 11:14:04 pm
Thanks for the contact info, Julie0!  Charles remembers you! ;D
have ordered -

and Andi - thank you so much for those temperature tips - have printed them off to keep on hand!  Very much appreciated!
I also ordered one, thanks Julie very much and thank you Andi for the tips also

Marie

Yay, another one.  :D

Gert, at least it's something for now.  :)
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Post by: Emme on December 21, 2012, 04:27:04 am
Gert, so glad you at least know what is happening and when.  Will keep fingers crossed for you there are no cyclones coming your way.  Take care.  Poor Jaxson  :)

Yes Julie, I think Charles was wondering what was going on  :D ;D

Marie
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Post by: JulieO on December 21, 2012, 04:34:08 am
Yes I can imagine Emme.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on December 21, 2012, 04:56:38 am
Forecasting Rain by tomorrow Gert, its hot enough :)

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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 08:36:53 am
Happy. The window is done and dusted. The glazier had the right size glass, cut it to size and replaced it  taking less than an hour to do the work with his handsome apprentice Dom.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/21/a7upuqu6.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/21/uvymazu4.jpg)

I am amazed .

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2012, 08:37:35 am
Oh gert thats bad luck especially now and today of all days... Its one of those days .. Dh and i have neen fighting like cats and dogs today :( .. Hope it gets soerted out sooner than mid jan though.. Maybe its the end of the world after all 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2012, 08:38:13 am
Oh good news after all gert.. Typed my previous msg too soon :)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 08:45:59 am
Frozzie I have been married 47 years. Not all of them good . Things will get better when you are back to normal  in your own home. At least you will be able to fight in  private!

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2012, 08:47:40 am
😄😄😄 so true gert.. Im hoping we make it that far.. Touching wood or my head of late .. That should do the trick 😉
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2012, 09:26:02 am
Frozzie life is double difficult when you are living with someone, thinking of you.

Gert I am so glad your window is fixed. Does the law mower man have insurance to pay for it?
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 21, 2012, 11:14:04 am
Glad everything got sorted Gert.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2012, 11:16:43 am
Thx cookie 😊
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 07:49:51 pm
I called AAMI and AAMI called some national networking glaziers who called Marlin Coast Glaziers in Cairns who called me. Not one mention of money, costs  or anything from anyone except the initial AAMI guy who answered the phone who wanted me to get quotes.

I told him that would not be happening as it  was a safety issue and whoever could would.

The lawn mower wanted his ins broker to handle it but I already had AAMI on the line..

The glazier said he was supposed to take photos and put in  a proposal and such like but as he had virtually shut down his business for Christmas so  he just got stuck into it.

We had just received the bill for ins due on Jan 8 2012. Last years bill $1657.18. Next years bill $2400. Yikes . So we decided to up the  excess to $1000 to reduce it back to $1600.  How lucky are we to have the claim now!  Of course the lawn mower wants to pay the $300 excess but  we are happy to pay that ourselves.  No brainier really just one of those things. To reduced last year's bill we downed the contents portion. I don't know what we will do next year! We had even thought about not insuring it. Plainly not a good idea.

I am sure more than a few will be shocked at their home and contents ins in 2013.

Is anybody out ther or are we all dead today?

Gert

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 21, 2012, 07:53:28 pm
Still here, no end of the world at my place in Melbourne.

Greta news on the window Gert.

Frozzie, as others have said its a strain living with others and you have all has such a massive change with the move, I'm sure things will get better soon.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 21, 2012, 09:20:51 pm
Gert great news about the window fixed.
I did that with AAMI too last week, up ed the excess to $500 and the bill went down to $2100 from $2700 a year.

Wonder i love the cookbook thank you very much. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 21, 2012, 09:22:47 pm
Thx wonder.. Hope your right ..

Great news gert and lucky you changed your insurance when u did 😊
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 22, 2012, 07:33:08 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 21, 2012, 07:49:51 pm
I called AAMI and AAMI called some national networking glaziers who called Marlin Coast Glaziers in Cairns who called me. Not one mention of money, costs  or anything from anyone except the initial AAMI guy who answered the phone who wanted me to get quotes.

I told him that would not be happening as it  was a safety issue and whoever could would.

The lawn mower wanted his ins broker to handle it but I already had AAMI on the line..

The glazier said he was supposed to take photos and put in  a proposal and such like but as he had virtually shut down his business for Christmas so  he just got stuck into it.

We had just received the bill for ins due on Jan 8 2012. Last years bill $1657.18. Next years bill $2400. Yikes . So we decided to up the  excess to $1000 to reduce it back to $1600.  How lucky are we to have the claim now!  Of course the lawn mower wants to pay the $300 excess but  we are happy to pay that ourselves.  No brainier really just one of those things. To reduced last year's bill we downed the contents portion. I don't know what we will do next year! We had even thought about not insuring it. Plainly not a good idea.

I am sure more than a few will be shocked at their home and contents ins in 2013.

Is anybody out ther or are we all dead today?

Gert



And you should see landlords insurance. It is so complicated and expensive, don't know whether I will bother and just take out regular insurance on our rental.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 22, 2012, 08:02:36 am
I would take out the landlord insurance, try explaining why your house has been trashed, our unit was and they were fantastic, covered lost rent and they arranged clean up and repairs. As we were living in a different state at the time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 22, 2012, 09:11:23 am
Gert, srry no time to read all posts.

I was in insurance  for a long time & if you under insure they will only pay 80% of your claim if thy deem you are under insured.

 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 09:31:16 am
I dare them. They keep on upping the value every year.  The hide. .

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 22, 2012, 09:24:18 pm
I take photos and send the sales agreement to my insurance agent, especially when I purchase an appliance or ?? which is more expensive than average and they will add a "rider" that may cost a few dollars more, usually it is negligible, but that insures that if there is a fire or burglary, I will get the (pro-rated of course) value of the more expensive item.
As an example, my fridge cost 2700.00  but my homeowners general policy provision only allows 500.00 for a NEW fridge.
Same with my big flat-screen TV and the plasma TV in my bedroom,  my Mac computers, my high-speed scanner, all top of the line. 
I also have special policies for my more valuable antiques but that's with a specialty insurer as my homeowners does not carry that type. They want photos and precise descriptions of each item and keep a "catalog" as part of the policy.
The most valuable books I keep in a safe deposit box at the bank - that collection is worth more than my house, although I got them for practically nothing some forty years ago...  The insurance company require a huge premium to cover them so I don't keep them in the house.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 22, 2012, 09:51:11 pm
I have an ipad  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 22, 2012, 09:53:38 pm
Yay.. Dont know what id do without my ipad.. Well id survive but it is so handy.. We got mum one for chrissy..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:26:00 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 22, 2012, 09:51:11 pm
I have an ipad  :)

Lovely Yvette. Best thing ever. Now you need Tapatalk. The paid version allowes you to do more things.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 22, 2012, 10:52:34 pm
Kim, don't tell her about the forum, we need some places just for friends in case we need advice or to share frustrations. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on December 22, 2012, 10:54:50 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:26:00 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 22, 2012, 09:51:11 pm
I have an ipad  :)
. The paid version allowes you to do more things.

Gert

Have just learned about the paid version as photos are close to being restricted . . . .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:57:01 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 22, 2012, 10:54:50 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:26:00 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 22, 2012, 09:51:11 pm
I have an ipad  :)
. The paid version allowes you to do more things.

Gert

Have just learned about the paid version as photos are close to being restricted . . . .


What is that all about GF? Bwwwwwaaaaaa. That is why we use it.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 22, 2012, 11:17:39 pm
Popped to the shops yesterday morning.

Didnt bring any of my cookbooks with me, felt so alone ;D , guess what I had to buy  some  so was very good bought 2 mni AWW ones, salads & roasts ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on December 23, 2012, 12:25:57 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:57:01 pm


Have just learned about the paid version as photos are close to being restricted . . . .
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What is that all about GF? Bwwwwwaaaaaa. That is why we use it.

Gert
[/quote]

Gert - I use Tapatalk on the iphone to upload photos to the forum.  Have just received a notice saying that I've used up 22 of my 30 allowed pix.  Went googling to see what I could find.  Apparently, when you pay you have unlimited photo sharing . . .That's how I understand it atm
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 23, 2012, 12:40:46 am
Quote from: goldfish on December 23, 2012, 12:25:57 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:57:01 pm


Have just learned about the paid version as photos are close to being restricted . . . .


What is that all about GF? Bwwwwwaaaaaa. That is why we use it.

Gert


[/quote]

Gert - I use Tapatalk on the iphone to upload photos to the forum.  Have just received a notice saying that I've used up 22 of my 30 allowed pix.  Went googling to see what I could find.  Apparently, when you pay you have unlimited photo sharing . . .That's how I understand it atm
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Of course.  I remember it now. You will have to pay in the end I guess. Or use Instagram to upload if possible.

I think I got my Tapatalk HD for $2.99 but is more now.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 23, 2012, 12:41:56 am
last minute pressies
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 02:37:08 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 22, 2012, 10:26:00 pm
Quote from: Yvette on December 22, 2012, 09:51:11 pm
I have an ipad  :)

Lovely Yvette. Best thing ever. Now you need Tapatalk. The paid version allowes you to do more things.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 02:39:58 am
Oops didn't think I posted that. Thanks gert tapatalk is next thing to do
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 04:20:06 am
Have tapatalk now still 2.99 Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on December 23, 2012, 04:22:28 am
I'm going to upgrade mine... Is that 2.99 a one off payment?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 23, 2012, 04:45:52 am
Yeah I also had that problem with the Tapatalk and the number of photos, paid the 2.99 so hopefully won't hear from them again!,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 06:09:31 am
Yes Goldfish payment all upfront hope you can afford it
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 06:10:05 am
Sorry GF miss read you only pay the once
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on December 23, 2012, 06:47:44 am
Quote from: Yvette on December 23, 2012, 06:09:31 am
Yes Goldfish payment all upfront hope you can afford it

Lol yvette...probably if I save hard...! Was wondering if it was a subscription - monthly type of thing .... Getting close to my quota of photos so i'd better join the ranks of the last of the big spenders soon....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2012, 09:55:01 am
Great news Yvette. I wonder how I managed without it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 23, 2012, 06:25:57 pm
anyone looking to buy a pressure cooker only $69

http://target.dynamiccatalogue.com.au/offer/pressure-cookers-0/ronson-multifunction-pressure-cooker/4t0vw4qd2.html?source=catalogue
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 23, 2012, 07:38:47 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on December 22, 2012, 10:52:34 pm
Kim, don't tell her about the forum, we need some places just for friends in case we need advice or to share frustrations. ;D

Ab she has been a member for quite a while and never been on so dont think there are any fears there 😛

They rely on me to feed them recipes... think ill have to do like cp did and do a "favourites" recipe book for them... And forums arent their thing lol... Wasnt mine either though u til this one.. Only thing i have put on the ipad is evernoteto copy recipes over..

Oh has anyone used the new evernote food app.. Is new and looks interesting.. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 23, 2012, 07:44:52 pm
Im getting the new wave 6 in 1 with the ss bowl...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 24, 2012, 12:15:33 am
Kim you will love it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 24, 2012, 02:37:25 am
You'll love it Kim.

working from home today and there was a huge mail deliver. 5 packages plus an envelope - all things I had purchased a while online but deliver was taking for ever.  Some makeup and my kindle paperwhite from the US, some Crio Bru from WA which took three weeks to get here after my order was deleted in their system even though I had paid, and some text books for DS from book depository. Finding it very hard to get back to work. Can't wait to play with the Kindle.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: SoBlessed on December 24, 2012, 09:38:51 am
I got a kindle for $99 from DS. I love it. I really wanted the paper white, but wasn't real sure about using an American address.
Anyway, as it's my first kindle I'm really happy with it. It would have cost me $89 plus P/H from Amazon, so I think I have a bargain :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2012, 09:41:37 am
Ereaders and iPads make life perfect.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 24, 2012, 09:47:00 am
I'll second that cookie. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on December 24, 2012, 12:55:17 pm
So happy ;D
My order from POK for my SIL,s KK pressie arrived today in time for Christmas. I only ordered it on Thursday knowing that I had well and truely missed the delivery cut off date for a pre Christmas delivery. Love POK ( and Aust Post)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 24, 2012, 02:03:11 pm
DH has been agreeing more and more lately that 'online' is the way to go. He's giving up shopping in shops, and online extends to Gumtree as well apparently.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 25, 2012, 02:23:32 am
With my DH learning how to use the iPad he is always on Gumtree. Then I have to listen to the bargains on there. Kind of like the movie The Castle. He'll be after jousting sticks next.   Apologies to those that didn't see the movie, it is an Aussie classic.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 25, 2012, 02:47:30 am
Check out Myer and DJ online sales started last night, who needs to wait until Boxing Day? online is the way to go free postage too!! got the Fossil bag I have had my eye on for a while. usually $349 down to $249 I am happy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 25, 2012, 03:13:36 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 25, 2012, 02:23:32 am
With my DH learning how to use the iPad he is always on Gumtree. Then I have to listen to the bargains on there. Kind of like the movie The Castle. He'll be after jousting sticks next.   Apologies to those that didn't see the movie, it is an Aussie classic.

Can't believe Horace is now using the iPad for shopping. Have you got the Gumtree app cookie?

Jousting sticks?  tell  'em he's dreamin'!

Very funny Cookie.

Gert.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 25, 2012, 03:58:00 am
Yes Gert, the Grinch is using the ipad. Yes we have the Gumtree app. Hope all other Grinches in the world are having a good day.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dhitri on December 25, 2012, 05:25:53 am
Just bought cuccinaware stuff 7 items!) from catchoftheday.com.au and paid postage only $35. They were all for free! Very happy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 25, 2012, 05:58:45 am
Thank TL just had a little shop there too. Bought a pan like chookie bought the other day.
Editing to add what I bought for $28.00 postage
Cucinaware 5-Piece Glass Bowls with Lids
3 Part Oven Pan with Spatula   
Universal Phone & Gadget Multi-Stand White   
Altec Lansing MUZX XX Earphones   
 5x Christmas Star Cookie Cutter d
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 25, 2012, 06:19:33 am
I M signing off from this thred  AGAIN!  No shopping for me.

Yes  cookie and nice one for grinches I hope.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 25, 2012, 07:38:27 am
Your no fun Gert :) :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 26, 2012, 08:06:52 am
no shopping for me, waiting another 3 weeks... :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on December 26, 2012, 11:06:35 am
We braved the crowds this morning for Boxing Day specials. The crowd was unbelievable. We wanted to pick up Mac Air as belated Xmas present for DD - took us 15 mins to up 5 floors in MYer. Pleased as punch with purchases though... 7 items of clothing from SEED for $197 etc
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 26, 2012, 11:09:53 am
Quote from: courton on December 26, 2012, 11:06:35 am
We braved the crowds this morning for Boxing Day specials. The crowd was unbelievable. We wanted to pick up Mac Air as belated Xmas present for DD - took us 15 mins to up 5 floors in MYer. Pleased as punch with purchases though... 7 items of clothing from SEED for $197 etc
Blimey courton you were brave.Just the same here in the UK,queues out the door according to the news ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 26, 2012, 01:55:42 pm
Courton you got a mac air on special? I didn't think apple had specials?
Good pickup on the seed items - love that brand
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 26, 2012, 08:11:54 pm
anyone else go shopping
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 26, 2012, 08:13:59 pm
Twice a year JB Hi Fi discount Apple by 10%.  Seems to me that Meyer  occasionally discount certain  Macs when a new model is about to be released.  Don't see a discount very often.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 26, 2012, 08:54:17 pm
I bought some clothes two pairs of pants and three tops and a necklace, shopping again today at Coffs Harbour before seeing Les Mis
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on December 26, 2012, 09:32:08 pm
Apple does not discount but Mac was discounted at Myer, JB HI FI and Dick Smith. What we did not know and missed out by a few minutes was that Myer discounted a limited number to $895 (RRP $1099). We got it for $995 and Apple care negotiated down to $250 from $299. JB hi FI and dick Smith had already sold out of stick.

SEED is having a fantastic sale where the items which are discounted are eligible for an additional 40  per cent off.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on December 26, 2012, 09:48:55 pm
Just spent birthday and Christmas money on some clothes as am wearing some out. Trousers, jumper, and long sleeved shirts to wear at work and at home.
Unfortunately not in the sale in my size.
Typical.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on December 27, 2012, 06:25:21 am
I haven't braved the crowds to go shopping, but did just order a themomix lovers kit from superkitchenmachine  ;D
I somehow doubt it will arrive for my birthday (saturday), but happy to know it's on its way.
I think "my husband" (ie I will go shopping myself) will get me salt and pepper mills. If I can face dragging the kids out tomorrow.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 27, 2012, 09:13:17 am
Dh and I bought a new gas BBQ today and computer bits for DS to up grade DH computer. Not very interesting.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 27, 2012, 09:28:36 am
got this as a Xmas Present.  Very impresses.  Will try and post photo.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 27, 2012, 09:46:26 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/27/ryvysy8y.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 27, 2012, 10:05:14 am
That looks interesting Chookie, do you put anything on the potato chips before microwaving them.  I have a similar mandolin ,I felt like some chips this afternoon but don't buy them , I can't stop eating them when I start :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 27, 2012, 11:01:28 am
AB,  have tried them plain,  with a little salt and someone else with a little chilli.  The chips are 1 mm thick and the tray is a fairly soft plastic/ silicon????  I had to cook them for 5 mins in my old microwave.  I think it was about $30
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 27, 2012, 01:43:01 pm
Chookie, they look great, chips my weakness, love red rock :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 27, 2012, 01:57:05 pm
Shopping yesterday and today.. Today we went down brisbane way.. Got some mac makeup, some clothes from queenspark and table eight, some cookbooks.. Another 4 lol.. Mum said i have an addiction.. :D she has no idea lol , some low heal sandals that were gorgeous... Nearly bought some absolutely stunning heals but the steap had some faulty stitching and they only had one in my size :( the sales lady told me to super glue it down lol .. Ok she can superglue thread on her own shoes im not doing it to mine haha crazy sales lady! .. Oh and some nice chrissy cards that were heavily reduced... Great bargains though .. And also bought mum a bag she was after as the one we bought her for xmas was faulty so took it back for a refund.. Was not impressed.. Better anyway as she got the one she liked... After that i stopped looking .. Too tempting :p

Got a few albums on itunes when i got home...shhhhh
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 27, 2012, 01:58:07 pm
Chips are my weakness too..if i buy them i eat them lol so i avoid buying them!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 27, 2012, 09:03:36 pm
sounds like you are feeling better Kim.

Hows the house hunting going.

No shopping yet for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on December 28, 2012, 02:40:26 am
We made it to the shops, and I got the salt & pepper grinders I was after - 20% off.  And also a new mini muffin pan.  ;D

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3556_zps4f1c170b.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 28, 2012, 03:04:54 am
Nice salt and pepper shakers Jo.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on December 28, 2012, 03:12:22 am
I haven't told the bloke yet (don't want to scare him), but I'm waiting for the Peters of Kensington sale.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 28, 2012, 03:24:53 am
went to the DJ sale yesterday, in and out by 9 am as I knew what I wanted, quite painless really i was surprised, i dont think many people realised thy opened at 8!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 28, 2012, 04:09:01 am
I LOVE the sales :)
....bought three pairs of shoes at half price
....a pair of pants for work (not on sale...but they fitted and they had my size)
....DH lost his wedding band in the sea on Christmas Day so he got a new one (FYI Michael Hill were $130 cheaper in the city than at the coast for the same ring)
....and some cute silicone tea cup moulds from Target for $10 (I've seen them elsewhere for $29.95)
....and groceries
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 28, 2012, 04:36:19 am
Online shopping makes it so hard to resist. At work today but got an email from Lululemon advertising some things they had on sale so just had to take a look and bought a new top, and Benon online also sent an email and there were things I just couldn't resist in my size. I had better stay away from the shops.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2012, 04:57:31 am
Jamberie I lost my DH's wedding ring on Cable Beach in Broome about 37 years ago. He took it off to go net fishing and gave it to me to look after. I had to shift up the beach as the tide came in and I must have dropped it. We never found it. I wanted to get DH a new one but he would rather not have one as he works manually so much and things get caught in it  and nearly rip his finger off.

I went shopping this morning, gosh what a lot of people. I bought a lovely Royal Doulton apron. I love their china and have heaps of it.  I also bought some gorgeous pillow slips from Bed Bath and Table.
Will post photos a bit later when I am on tapatalk.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/28/ehuheze7.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/28/eseba9yt.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 28, 2012, 05:33:42 am
Oh no Cookie! My DH was sooo scared to tell me. I don't know what he thought I was going to do. I'd been thinking to myself for a while that he could do with a more contemporary band but I never said anything because you can't just go and buy a new band can you?? I wasn't really concerned and we wne tshopping the next day I jokingly said to DH, well if he gets a new one than so do I -he didn't argue and asked me to find something  ;D
When we spoke to the sales person at the coast, she didn't batter an eyelid, it seems to happen all the time...and as we were being served another man was looking at wedding rings and he was up to number 10 or so! -bricklayer!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on December 28, 2012, 05:39:58 am
Quote from: obbie on December 27, 2012, 09:03:36 pm
sounds like you are feeling better Kim.

Hows the house hunting going.

No shopping yet for me.

Just putting things out of my mind for the moment robyn.. Butthings seem to be better and alot of visitors sodoing alot more cooking.. dad seems to have had a turn around regarding cooking which is nice as it relaxes me and they enjoy me cooking... will have to post a lovely recipe i made today.. root veg salad.. yum.. Cant do much else so a bit of retail therapy.. Going down to see some friends onthe gold coast for nye.. Cant do much else.. Everything is shut down until after new year.. No house hunting for the moment.. Everything on hold..see how things go  in jan..it will all work out in the end..hopefully sooner rather than later..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on December 28, 2012, 05:57:28 am
I worked with a guy who lost his wedding for the 4th time...

My DH wears his on a chain as he's an electrican and not happy wearing anything on his hands.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on December 28, 2012, 06:31:02 am
I actually lost mine a couple of years ago  :(
I took it off on a long haul flight from Europe as I could feel it getting tight.
Stupidly put it into my pocket and when we stopped over in Singapore it was no longer in my pocket.  :(
Lovely DH took me shopping and bought me a new one and a matching 1carat diamond engagement ring as he said he couldn't only replace one so both  :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 28, 2012, 06:54:30 am
What a convenient place to lose it MF!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2012, 07:09:39 am
How sweet of him MF.  I don't feel so bad about losing my DH's now after reading about all the others.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 28, 2012, 07:25:33 am
Ha ha Jamberie :)

Actually I was really worried about telling him but he was fine about it and said he had got more than his money's worth out of it with a wry grin on his face  ;)
Don't know if it was sarcasm or not LOL.
Lesson learned and I will never do that again on an aircraft  :o
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 28, 2012, 08:16:09 am
Was naughty today and bought a handbag without even leaving the house.  Have been weighing up to buy it for some time now but at $90 off who could resist ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 28, 2012, 08:56:50 am
Anyone had any success taking back a quality brand pan??? My pan is just over two years old with a lifetime guarantee, it has lost its non stick (wont say the brand but it was about $350 so not a cheapie)  just read the lifetime guarantee conditions and it says LOL
Not to be used on high heat,   DOH.....it is a frying pan, oh well might see if they will take it back, came from David Jones and they are usually good abut returns.
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Post by: mcmich on December 28, 2012, 08:57:22 am
An end of year treat Kimmy. We all deserve one of those.
As I found 3 pr of new shoes today cleaning up the store room, can't really go shopping tomorrow as planned.
Will go on Sunday with my dear friend from high school (also a Michele) we met when we were 12yrs old and 40yrs later are still best friends. We are going to Macquarie Centre - haven't been there for years.
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Post by: courton on December 28, 2012, 09:06:44 am
GHM, I totally agree with your comment about high heat and fry pans. The same thing happened to me . Rang the local distributor and they asked me to post it at their cost and it was replaced without batting an eyelid.
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Post by: mcmich on December 28, 2012, 09:08:34 am
Maddy was going shopping today. Can't wait to see what she comes back with.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on December 28, 2012, 09:20:37 am
Quote from: mcmich on December 28, 2012, 09:08:34 am
Maddy was going shopping today. Can't wait to see what she comes back with.  :D
LOL... Me too!!! Shopper extraordinaire!!!!!
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Post by: Emme on December 28, 2012, 09:31:04 am
Quote from: mcmich on December 28, 2012, 09:08:34 am
Maddy was going shopping today. Can't wait to see what she comes back with.  :D

Me too   ;D ;D ;

Marie
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Post by: andiesenji on December 28, 2012, 07:49:43 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on December 28, 2012, 08:56:50 am
Anyone had any success taking back a quality brand pan??? My pan is just over two years old with a lifetime guarantee, it has lost its non stick (wont say the brand but it was about $350 so not a cheapie)  just read the lifetime guarantee conditions and it says LOL
Not to be used on high heat,   DOH.....it is a frying pan, oh well might see if they will take it back, came from David Jones and they are usually good abut returns.

I bought a Calphalon 12 inch non-stick frypan about fifteen years ago and sent it back to them and received a new one in exchange about four years later.  That one also suffered the same fate and was sent in and exchanged and twice more - the latest I got last spring. 
My AllClad 10 inch non-stick frypan lasted five years and it too was exchanged for a new one when the coating became ragged in spots.  Most manufacturers will honor that lifetime guarantee.
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Post by: courton on December 28, 2012, 08:31:32 pm
I still have not found a non stick pan which I can use on high heat.
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Post by: goldfish on December 28, 2012, 08:35:33 pm
I won't have non stick pans anymore . . . what's the point of having a pan you can't use on high heat? . . . and wondering where all those little flaky bits ended up (in your food!!)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 28, 2012, 09:02:15 pm
I only have one or two non stick amd am getting rid of alot and buying some good quality pans .. Mauviel bit by bit
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Post by: courton on December 28, 2012, 09:51:33 pm
Frozzie, I have spent so much time investigating this issue - albeit unsuccessfully. Bought a ss scan pan- hopeless with everything sticking to it even after seasoning.
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Post by: andiesenji on December 28, 2012, 09:59:28 pm
I don't use any non stick pans on high heat.  The whole point of non-stick is to cook foods that don't require high heat and tend to stick - like eggs and cheese, fish, etc.  

I have copper skillets, lined with stainless steel that I use for high heat and also a couple of stainless pans with aluminum cores that I use for stove-top searing at high temps.
For some foods I only use my very old and very well-seasoned cast iron which is virtually non-stick because of the seasoning.  
I use this for pan-fried potatoes (little oil so I get a good crust) fried chicken, etc.  

The newish Cuisinart "Green gourmet" nonstick pans are  advertised as okay to use in oven or under the broiler to 500° F.
I haven't tried them but my daughter has a couple and says they are great for eggs and fish.

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Post by: goldfish on December 28, 2012, 10:17:35 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on December 28, 2012, 09:59:28 pm
I don't use any non stick pans on high heat.  The whole point of non-stick is to cook foods that don't require high heat and tend to stick - like eggs and cheese, fish, etc.


Point well taken Andie . . . .
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Post by: obbie on December 28, 2012, 10:21:36 pm
sure the shopping thread will be busy today
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 28, 2012, 10:29:36 pm
For Christmas my DH bought me the Baccarat Capri 30cm frypan and 24cm casserole saucepan. I love them both. They cook everything evenly and quickly and can be used on high heat and in the oven. They are easy to clean and are dishwasher safe, although I hand wash mine. I love the glass lid on the frying pad, no more fat splatters in the kitchen.
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Post by: courton on December 28, 2012, 10:59:26 pm
Ooh! Will check it out! Have a baccarat roasting pan which I love!
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 28, 2012, 11:06:35 pm
Robins Kitchen has 25-70% off ATM too.
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Post by: obbie on December 29, 2012, 02:08:13 am
I bought new clothes
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 02:31:23 am
I need to find some fabulous swimmers .. Havent seen any ive liked so far..
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 29, 2012, 02:37:19 am
Me too but looking into a thing on a current affair last night about shape wear swimmers that hold everything in!
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Post by: astarra on December 29, 2012, 02:41:44 am
I brought some 75% off Ripe Maternity stuff today....very very happy with that!  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 02:56:17 am
Love when that happens.. I fnd nice maternity clothes so expensive and for such a short term use.. You mut be happy astarra 😊
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Post by: Jamberie on December 29, 2012, 02:57:27 am
I was doing the annual áfter christmas clean up aka "where do I put all this new stuff???" and had heaps of the Peters of Kensington packaging (a massive box...it only just fit through the front door) so I googled it and of course it is in their FAQ. I tipped all the pellets (they are wheat) into the bath tub (they only just all fit) and turned the tap on. The pellets melted and went down the drain.  Now I just need to take the box to the recycling depot and I'm done :)
http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/virtualpages/frequently-asked-questions.aspx
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 02:59:22 am
Hahah a bath tub full of pellets.. Should have taken a photo 😊
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Post by: Jamberie on December 29, 2012, 03:17:12 am
I know! By the time I'd thought of taking a photo the water had already melted done of them.....my 2 year old was dying to jump in the bath too!
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 03:23:23 am
I can understand that..my kids would have been hysterical.. What are they made of.. Wheat??
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 03:26:04 am
These are the packing pellets used by PoK???  I thought they were polystyrene?!?!
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Post by: Jamberie on December 29, 2012, 03:34:52 am
POK use wheat pellets, check out the link. I wasn't sure until after reading the info on their site, so I thought I'd pass the it on :)

When I worked at a pharmacy years ago, we would eat a pellet or two- just because we could :o
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 03:47:28 am
Jamberie - thanks!  I couldn't get the link to work before but it does now.  wow!! that is really good to know!  I'll certainly be passing that info onto the rest of my family . . ( don't know about eating them though ;D)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 03:55:53 am
Im with you gf 😄
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Post by: Jamberie on December 29, 2012, 04:00:01 am
I know! I've thrown away bags and bags of pellets which take up considerable space in my bin! This time, there wouldn've been no room for regular rubbish with the amount of pellets I had, so I needed to look it up -I love Google!
-At least you know that if kiddies eat them they are ok....I haven't eaten any in 10 years, although edible, I'm not sure Ithey'd have passed food regulartions!
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 05:33:59 am
A while ago Rob (Tarasis) posted info about the TMX store in Germany ... I think he posted the address... I've tried to find his posts again but so far unsuccessful.  If anyone can help I'd be grateful! :)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 05:55:07 am
Gf just ad a look and cant find it either.. I remember seeing photos but who knows where its buried.. Jd will probably remember and find it 😊

I would just pm him .. He was working on an app so probably wont see your qu.. Just send him a msg and im sure he will get back to you..
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 06:05:57 am
Excellent idea, Frozzie. Should have thought of that... !! Will pm him ... :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2012, 06:59:39 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/qu3y5a3e.jpg)

Out shopping with DD this morning and I came across this book in the ABC shop. It looked good and was only $10 so I couldn't resist it.

It's called 'what for Dinner' by Michele Curtis. It has what appear to be simple recipes for main meals.
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Post by: mcmich on December 29, 2012, 07:03:50 am
Quote from: Jamberie on December 29, 2012, 03:34:52 am
POK use wheat pellets, check out the link. I wasn't sure until after reading the info on their site, so I thought I'd pass the it on :)

When I worked at a pharmacy years ago, we would eat a pellet or two- just because we could :o

I rang them and asked how to dispose of the pellets about 5 yrs ago. They told me I could add milk and sugar and eat them for breakfast.  :o
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 29, 2012, 07:42:19 am
I get these when I order from the pharmacy, I did put a couple in my mouth to taste as the smell of them intrigued me they are a bit like a tasteless prawn cracker
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 07:45:45 am
Cookbooks and mags ive bought or had given as gifts since arriving in oz lol

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/3ypa6yqu.jpg)

Excuse the mess but space is limited!!

And the latest buy is this one.. Lovely recipes.. Cant wait to try some of them 😊

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/9a2ajesy.jpg)
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Post by: johnro on December 29, 2012, 07:52:56 am
Kim you surely must be awarded the most profuse cookbook collector - I thought that I had issues (http://serve.mysmiley.net/winking/winking0011.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net)
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 08:05:42 am
Bought this just before Christmas(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/9e3ejary.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2012, 08:13:11 am
Great buying.  I can't wait to hear what they are like.
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 08:55:34 am
Quote from: johnro on December 29, 2012, 07:52:56 am
Kim you surely must be awarded the most profuse cookbook collector - I thought that I had issues (http://serve.mysmiley.net/winking/winking0011.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net)

I just keep seeing books i want to buy... Will probably slow down though for the moment.. No more space 😄😄😄😄😄

I do have a slight addiction to all things cooking.. Especially cookbooks.. Love seeing what lovely things others do with food.. I only need to love one or two recipes in a book to buy it.. And always searching for something a bit different.. There are worse addictions to have 😉
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 08:57:00 am
Hmmm havent seen that one gf... Ok i really need to avoid this thread 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: goldfish on December 29, 2012, 09:02:36 am
Lol.... That's what we all say !!! But somehow the thread just always pops up and we just can't resist having a look ...... And then we wonder how the heck we ever managed without...     Lol
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Post by: johnro on December 29, 2012, 09:05:27 am
I bought the Donna Hay book for DD1 for Christmas - many of the recipes look great
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Post by: Halex on December 29, 2012, 09:15:38 am
Cookie, like the look of that one :) miss gc :(

I think I have that DH book too, cant remeber, def its thew one.

Love cook books, am really missing mine atm :)
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 09:32:53 am
Im compensating H 😄😄 the majority of mine are in storage in a shipping yard somewhere lol!! 😢
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 09:39:58 am
Is this (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11666.msg217242#msg217242) what you are looking for gf?  Not much of an address though.
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Post by: Halex on December 29, 2012, 09:44:00 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 09:32:53 am
Im compensating H 😄😄 the majority of mine are in storage in a shipping yard somewhere lol!! 😢

Oh no Frozzie. I bought 2 small ww cook books from the newsagent, received my lovely ss book & also grabbed acouple of food mags, but its not enough.

When home, shopping, air con cranked on & cooking.

Mind you its so hit, no nw wants much apart from ice creams :D

I just miss te shops in general, i go every day to gc. :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 29, 2012, 09:53:29 am
Bought another pair of pants today
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Post by: astarra on December 29, 2012, 09:59:15 am
Quote from: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 07:45:45 am
Cookbooks and mags ive bought or had given as gifts since arriving in oz lol

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/3ypa6yqu.jpg)

Excuse the mess but space is limited!!

And the latest buy is this one.. Lovely recipes.. Cant wait to try some of them

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/29/9a2ajesy.jpg)

 :o How long since you arrived back in Aussie? Bet there are some gems there tho!  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2012, 10:56:21 am
Are you looking through them Kim?
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Post by: medusa on December 29, 2012, 11:03:20 am
An iPad mini for myself today
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2012, 11:11:34 am
Lovely purchase.
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Post by: courton on December 29, 2012, 01:10:21 pm
GF, what is the faking it book like?
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 01:11:24 pm
H yes it never seems enough but i go through phases.. Shopping ones then quiet ones in between :)

Astarra its been a bit over 2 mths 😁

Cookie yes but not all as we have been so busy i havent had alot of time just to sit and go through them all.. Will do after the new year though and start marking the recipes i really want to try first.. And if i have time ill type tm up in evernote..
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Post by: mcmich on December 29, 2012, 07:26:34 pm
Cookie, what a great buy, looks good.

Kim, I feel so much better after seeing your cookbooks. I found 3 pair of new shoes when tidying the storeroom but still went out and bought another pair yesterday. They are a lovely nine west wedge reduced to $65, I couldn't resist.  :-\
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Post by: Emme on December 29, 2012, 07:38:03 pm
Frozzie, I thought I had a problem with cookbooks  but I feel a whole lot better now  :D ;D

Received a mini ipad for christmas and still trying to figure out how to use it  :-))

Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on December 29, 2012, 08:51:02 pm
Glad im making others feel better but realise im probably worse than i thought 😄😄😄😄 i told you they are my weakness 😳
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Post by: obbie on December 29, 2012, 10:00:17 pm
My next purchase will be a ipad, kids want them too.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 29, 2012, 10:00:57 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 29, 2012, 07:26:34 pm
Cookie, what a great buy, looks good.

Kim, I feel so much better after seeing your cookbooks. I found 3 pair of new shoes when tidying the storeroom but still went out and bought another pair yesterday. They are a lovely nine west wedge reduced to $65, I couldn't resist.  :-\

I love nine west shoes michele  :)

My weaknesses are shoes, handbags  and books.
Have more than I could ever wear or use but still keep buying more  ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 29, 2012, 10:09:04 pm
Same here MF. Just bought a new pair on Thursday. I fell in love with the coral color wedges. They will look great with jeans. Must say I also gave a weakness for handbags but am finding it hard to find the perfect one these days.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 29, 2012, 10:10:26 pm
Quote from: obbie on December 29, 2012, 10:00:17 pm
My next purchase will be a ipad, kids want them too.

You won't regret buying an iPad Robyn and the kids will love it too.
We bought iPad for some of the young GD's for Christmas and I have my old one here for any of them to use when they are at my place.
Haven't put any childrens games onto my new iPad as want it solely for my use.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 10:16:34 pm
Had friends here the other day and their 3 grand-children who attend a private school all have to have an iPad this year.  However their book list is not going to be any cheaper - they will still need all the books as well.  We thought the iPad would be able to take the place of some at least.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 29, 2012, 10:19:02 pm
Last pair of nine west shoes that I bought had a matching clutch that I couldn't resist.
Multi colored and look good with jeans or LBD
I like to match my shoes and bags where possible  ;D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 29, 2012, 10:19:49 pm
I would have thought the same JD. I feel sorry for the kids lugging those huge textbooks around.
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Post by: Halex on December 29, 2012, 10:20:21 pm
I love shoes any type of bag, dresses & cook books :)

Cp year 4 ths year in a public school has to have an apple mac laptop either air or pro. We bought him te air last xmas.

Missing my shops.

Just as well as I can see a big spend  up in california & vegas ;D

Also going to Melb soon :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 29, 2012, 10:32:55 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 10:16:34 pm
Had friends here the other day and their 3 grand-children who attend a private school all have to have an iPad this year.  However their book list is not going to be any cheaper - they will still need all the books as well.  We thought the iPad would be able to take the place of some at least.

It's amazing what the kids have in schools these days.
My GD 4 asked me to put a certain app onto my old iPad.
I asked her if her mum had it on hers and she said no its on our iPads at kindy  ;D
As you say Judy the book list won't be any cheaper either  :)
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Post by: Wonder on December 30, 2012, 01:22:53 am
Hally that's amazing for a public school, what happens to all the kids that can't afford them?  I've only heard of them mandatory at high schools over here and even then I don't think it is at the public schools, our kids are at Catholic high schools and DD's was purchased by the school at no cost to us while DS's is through the school but we have to pay for it as an additonal amount each year and all repairs, breakages etc are at our cost. All books are still in hard copy at both the schools.
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Post by: jo_nz on December 30, 2012, 02:03:18 am
My sister came to stay yesterday, and this morning we decided to leave the kids with the boys and hit the shops!  We both managed to find a few items of clothing, although I think I may have gotten slightly more carried away than she did.  Black trousers (need shortening, of course  :-)) ), denim 3/4 pants, casual tee, not-so-casual tee, a singlet top and a cardigan!   ;D  That should be me set for a while. 

What an unexpected treat to just pick up and go on the spur of the moment AND to be able to browse and try on things at our leisure! 
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Post by: Delightful Den on December 30, 2012, 02:06:24 am
Actually a public school can't mandate the students having a computer or iPad at any year level. The school can reccommend it and some schools make arrangements for parents to lease them for their children.

However if a parent decides not to enter into a lease or purchase their own and the school wishes to use them as a learning tool then the school has to male one available for any student who does not have one. Several of the schools I work with have gone down this path and I have had to adivse them on how to proceed while complying with policy and legislation.
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Post by: Yvette on December 30, 2012, 02:21:57 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 10:16:34 pm
Had friends here the other day and their 3 grand-children who attend a private school all have to have an iPad this year.  However their book list is not going to be any cheaper - they will still need all the books as well.  We thought the iPad would be able to take the place of some at least.

With the iPads you cannot put a disc in them to use instead of a text book
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Post by: mab19 on December 30, 2012, 02:27:40 am
 My poor old Volta vacuum cleaner which I have had for 20 odd years finally died so I went shopping yesterday and bought myself a Dyson.  I can't believe how much cleaner the carpet looks. :)
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2012, 02:28:54 am
My sons public primary have iPads for the kids, but are school property.
DD had to have mac....and the weight of her bag with combined books, is just ludicrous!!!

Shopping....

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f4ea57d3dfe033dfd1523021572772b8.jpg)
More for the icing & filling flavours, as puffs has nutted out the perfect choux  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a568929b4a911736573cc54da8f4536a.jpg)
Some yummy looking dishes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/34826b335d33a904997af587325899ff.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5ca6a09ae5a55ad72837f8ee414e7374.jpg)
...for shortbread for next Christmas  ;).....was happy with the same brand mould I used this morning

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/87aac6008f4ee58f4ed9bce302f906df.jpg)
Was the last one, and figured I'd give this a go before I spent extra on a larger one...and decide if I'd utilise it enough.

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Post by: goldfish on December 30, 2012, 02:38:57 am
Where did you find the shortbread pans, Maddy?    . . or did you order them online?
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Post by: obbie on December 30, 2012, 03:04:22 am
love my Dyson vac :)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 30, 2012, 04:19:51 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 10:16:34 pm
Had friends here the other day and their 3 grand-children who attend a private school all have to have an iPad this year.  However their book list is not going to be any cheaper - they will still need all the books as well.  We thought the iPad would be able to take the place of some at least.

Hi Judy, yes I thought the same. My daughter has a think pad through school and the school purchased the online versions of the books.  it meant we still had to buy them, but as well as the physical book the school put all the e versions straight onto the laptop so kids do not have to carry books round. It also means that the physical books stay in excellent condition so you can get good price back on gumtree. we currently have  a lot of year 11 12 and first year uni (engineering) books ready to go on gumtree.
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Post by: Yvette on December 30, 2012, 04:20:38 am
Love my Dyson too
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2012, 05:07:21 am
My 11 year old great niece at a private school has to have an iPad for school this year. They must be such a security issue at school.
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Post by: mcmich on December 30, 2012, 07:26:08 am
Just home from a lovely shop at Macquarie Centre with my dear friend. DF bought heaps and heaps. I only bought a few things.
The loveliest gift I got was from my friend Michelle. She was showing me her latest oroton handbag purchase (a gorgeous tote) and then casually said "I was given an oroton handbag as a gift and it's really not my style, haven't used it" I said she should put it on eBay and then she said if you like it then it's yours. How generous was that?
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Post by: djinni373 on December 30, 2012, 07:30:02 am
Lucky you Michele. Beautiful handbag.

I now have a Dyson Animal (I think it's called) which I love. Thank you Yvette and Michele for bringing that handy little toy to my attention :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 30, 2012, 07:43:06 am
Gorgeous bag Michelle, love oroton style.
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Post by: Halex on December 30, 2012, 08:18:45 am
Mich, lovely.

I love Oroton bags, confess I have many :)
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Post by: mcmich on December 30, 2012, 08:23:31 am
Quote from: Halex on December 30, 2012, 08:18:45 am
Mich, lovely.

I love Oroton bags, confess I have many :)

What a dear friend. I haven't had a new Oroton bag for at least 2yrs. I will treasure this one all the more.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 30, 2012, 08:26:54 am
Nice gift Michele, nice of your friend to give it to you.  At least now it will get used.
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Post by: Emme on December 30, 2012, 08:35:38 am
Nice bag Mcmich, you have a lovely friend  :)

Marie
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 30, 2012, 08:55:35 am
Love my dyson.
Love your handbag Michelle.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on December 30, 2012, 08:59:35 am
Oh mich your handbag is gorgeous. Love it
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 30, 2012, 10:35:06 am
Lovely bag Michele and what a wonderful friend :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2012, 11:13:45 am
It is a beautiful bag Michele.
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Post by: Yvette on December 30, 2012, 12:00:00 pm
Lovely bag Mich lucky you

Enjoy your Dyson Gayle
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Post by: Mama Fergie on December 30, 2012, 12:07:34 pm
Love your new bag and what a lovely friend.  :)
You get back in life what you give is my philosophy  :)
And it's nice to be nice  :)
Your friend has just shown how special you are and herself too  ;)
Lucky you and enjoy it.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on December 30, 2012, 02:03:35 pm
just ordered a wireless adapter for my Bose sound dock only $14 from ebay will let you know if it works!
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Post by: Wonder on December 30, 2012, 08:31:23 pm
Beautiful bag Michelle and what a lovely friend. Still haven't even been to the shops. Guests all gone now but at work g'day and holding a New Years gathering tonight so still too busy.
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Post by: obbie on December 30, 2012, 09:15:30 pm
lovely Bag Michelle
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Post by: droverjess on December 30, 2012, 09:24:58 pm
Wow what lovely story and bag and friend  ;D
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2012, 10:39:46 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 30, 2012, 02:38:57 am
Where did you find the shortbread pans, Maddy?    . . or did you order them online?

eBay....http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&LH_PrefLoc=2&rt=nc&_nkw=Brown+bag+Shortbread
Postage can be a bit ugly, but this Christmas one was not too bad, and I hadn't seen it before.

Nice surprise Michele  8)
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2012, 10:42:39 pm
Lovely bag Mcmich.  I have some too, really good quality.  :D

Maddy, we think alike sometimes!  I have that Xmas shortbread mould, bought it about 3 or 4 years ago.  Also have a lovely one called Teapots that I especially like.

I've also got that eclair book (as an ebook for about $4.50) but haven't made anything out of it yet.  Has really good tips and good explanations of why you need to do certain things.  :D

I've bought a few Nordicware Bundt pans from Amazon which are on their way.  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 30, 2012, 10:50:05 pm
Quote from: maddy on December 30, 2012, 10:39:46 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 30, 2012, 02:38:57 am
Where did you find the shortbread pans, Maddy?    . . or did you order them online?

eBay....http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&LH_PrefLoc=2&rt=nc&_nkw=Brown+bag+Shortbread
Postage can be a bit ugly, but this Christmas one was not too bad, and I hadn't seen it before.


Thanks, Maddy - :)
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2012, 10:51:08 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 30, 2012, 10:42:39 pm
Maddy, we think alike sometimes!  

We do!  :D

Quote from: JulieO on December 30, 2012, 10:42:39 pm
I've bought a few Nordicware Bundt pans from Amazon which are on their way.  ;D

Cant wait to see them J....there's so many great designs!
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Post by: JulieO on December 31, 2012, 04:10:16 am
Looking forward to them arriving too Maddy.  :)

This is the last book I am buying for a while.  Yes it is....Most probably....Unless I see something I just have to have.  :-))    ;D

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Kdnj06FhL.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2012, 06:47:57 am
That looks good JulieO. I cook more cookies than anything else.
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Post by: droverjess on December 31, 2012, 08:34:16 am
LOL cookie. It's all in the name!
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Post by: goldfish on December 31, 2012, 09:02:45 am
 . . . How many cookies can Cookie1 cook
When Cookie1 gets busy cooking cookies . . . . . ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2012, 09:27:53 am
Cookie1 loves cooking cookies except when it is 42 degrees.

Not as good as yours goldfish.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 31, 2012, 11:10:35 am
Quote from: goldfish on December 31, 2012, 09:02:45 am
. . . How many cookies can Cookie1 cook
When Cookie1 gets busy cooking cookies . . . . . ;D
Lol ;D
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Post by: mcmich on December 31, 2012, 08:11:40 pm
Quote from: goldfish on December 31, 2012, 09:02:45 am
. . . How many cookies can Cookie1 cook
When Cookie1 gets busy cooking cookies . . . . . ;D

Very clever GF  ;D
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Post by: maddy on January 02, 2013, 02:08:45 am
Bamboo serving platter

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d3b7a7ac01748ce9a3b7d06003fcc1b6.jpg)

And 2 ceramic cookie stamps

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3a54871852a13a5d87622d8f7a4c3a9f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f0fb0fe52d638e0f91f0a3af7db2fba4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fc9cc8dbd5b8f78197d8a04dbaa9dcdb.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on January 02, 2013, 02:34:34 am
Last year my DD2 gave me a couple of those bamboo serving dishes plus a tray maddy - they are so nice.
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Post by: Wonder on January 02, 2013, 02:59:55 am
I looked at one of those bamboo platters but was after the large bowl/tray in lime green to put outside - they were the only things in the shop not on sale so I left it.

The cookie stamps look lovely
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Post by: maddy on January 02, 2013, 03:26:15 am
Wonder, did that shop by any chance have one with white on the outside?
What I was really wanting was like this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7d4d06110e55f02ab784c3c8fdce6513.jpg)

Curves upwards at the edges, and was quite large and flattish.
I'm kicking myself I didn't grab one here locally, but it was the last and there was a big chip on the white outside of the bowl.
sales lady was going to see if she could get another, but was a bit of cow about later on, telling me that they can't afford to just buy in another....and then wouldn't tell me the brand  :-)) she then said I couldn't have it discounted, as she just sold it.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 02, 2013, 04:58:26 am
Judy I love your new saying on your posts.
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Post by: Yvette on January 02, 2013, 05:21:09 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/02/u2ymy4yv.jpg)

My lovely new chopping board from Bellingen
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Post by: Emme on January 02, 2013, 05:21:59 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 02, 2013, 04:58:26 am
Judy I love your new saying on your posts.

So do I  :D ;D

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on January 02, 2013, 05:23:47 am
Thanks Cookie, I thought I'd start the new year with an updated photo (not that you can see much) and a new saying - waded through so many before this one stood out.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 02, 2013, 05:27:59 am
that is a great saying JD, and I can relate to it because I was cooking some biscuits today and the phone rang at the same time as the buzzer. Looked at the biccies whilst talking and thought "another couple of minutes", and then I walked outside to carry on the phone conversation. About 10 minutes later I finished the call. Fortunately I didn't set the oven up so high, and my DH's brother popped around and declared they are better cos they are "a bit more crunchy". Think my MIL must have got away with serving up anything cos those boys are just not fussy in the least.

Love your chopping board Yvette, the curves and grain are beautiful.
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Post by: judydawn on January 02, 2013, 05:39:14 am
Maybe they don't get much home cooked food these days CP so just appreciate anything that comes out of a home oven.  Glad the biscuits weren't spoilt - you were lucky though  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on January 02, 2013, 07:31:29 am
Lovely chopping board Yvette.
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Post by: Yvette on January 02, 2013, 08:52:54 am
Thanks CP and Mich it can double as a platter
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Post by: droverjess on January 02, 2013, 09:43:13 pm
You got your new pinny on Judy!
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Post by: judydawn on January 02, 2013, 10:01:48 pm
Great eyesight DJ, yes - I just have to take a tuck in the straps & it'll be ready to wear.
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Post by: droverjess on January 02, 2013, 10:05:41 pm
Spent some of birthday money on these.

http://www.fitflop.co.uk/Womens-Gogh-Suede-Supernavy/883945184833,en_GB,pd.html?start=2&q=Gogh&prefn1=size&prefv1=UK5%20%2fEU38

My indoor shoes.
Old pair is 5 yrs old and I need them at work and kept forgetting to take  them. Now left in car and new ones at home.

They are so great to wear and help my back to stay strong.
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Post by: obbie on January 02, 2013, 10:10:12 pm
They look comfy Jess.
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Post by: dhitri on January 03, 2013, 01:26:54 am
CatchoftheDay.com haul - love free stuff (paid shipping only)! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/bebe2e2e.jpg)
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Post by: jo_nz on January 03, 2013, 01:30:36 am
WOW, TL!  :o Great shopping.
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Post by: jo_nz on January 03, 2013, 01:49:11 am
Oh, I nearly forgot - today I've bought a curtain track!!  We've had no curtain on the side window in our room since we did our renovations....over 18mths ago!!  DH was going to use a matching track that was in the garage, but it's been out there so long that it's gotten damaged, so had to get a new one  :-))
Fingers crossed he puts this one up before it gets broken too....

(and yes I probably *could* put it up myself, but DH being a tradie has all the tools with him in the van, and we have nothing here!)
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 05:23:34 am
Stopped off at The Cooks Shop

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/umedahe9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/ne4eru6a.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 05:24:15 am
Some more
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/a5adydyn.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/eza9y5ut.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on January 03, 2013, 05:31:34 am
Great shopping girls.

I received my PopSome Nuts containers from America today and I love them.

Photo 1 - separate top from bottom and fill with nuts
Photo 2 - place coloured lid in place.  You now just upend it and out come the nuts into your hand
Photo 3 - just push the top of the lid down with the palm of your hand and the nuts are sealed
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Post by: Yvette on January 03, 2013, 05:45:36 am
Good purchases Hally and Judy
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Post by: jo_nz on January 03, 2013, 05:57:10 am
Love the nut container/dispenser!! Great idea. This thread is dangerous though....more things on my wish list, and already getting a baguette tray (and a few other items...will post pics when they turn up).
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Post by: JulieO on January 03, 2013, 06:40:28 am
Quote from: Halex on January 03, 2013, 05:24:15 am
Some more
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/a5adydyn.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/03/eza9y5ut.jpg)

Hally, I bought the pc book yesterday from the Book Boys, only $7.99.  It's a nice book. Am in the process of typing up what I'm going to make.  :D
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 07:01:57 am
JulieO, you got a real bargain, I paid $29.99, thats what happens when you go o a kitchen shop, but on the plus side the bread book was $4.99 :)

Let me know what your making :)
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Post by: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:15:29 am
Is everyone happy with their black pizza machine??   Any complaints at all??  thinking of getting one from here but wanted to check if there are any negatives to consider . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/The-Pizza-Maker#reviewsTab
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Post by: maddy on January 03, 2013, 07:18:30 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:15:29 am
Is everyone happy with their black pizza machine??   Any complaints at all??  thinking of getting one from here but wanted to check if there are any negatives to consider . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/The-Pizza-Maker#reviewsTab

Love mine to bits, but Goldfish....I just posted a link to it, but much cheaper here  ;)
https://www.itvsn.com.au/include/oecgi2.php/product?product=046268&category=92012
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Post by: courton on January 03, 2013, 07:30:55 am
Goldfish, if you have altitude points check out the prices in the rewards booklet. I got i Ferrari one by doing this. Having said that $69 is a bargain!!!
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Post by: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:33:25 am
Thanks Maddy - thought you had but then couldn't see it . . .early night tonight I think . . .  LOL  thanks again.

Just ordered . . :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 03, 2013, 07:56:01 am
Hally I love the chip maker. How much was it please? I must try and get one. So healthy. I've been thinking of it since I saw Chookie's.
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 07:58:47 am
It was on special with the book, peeler & mandolin, $49.99 from the cooks kitchen, pinjarra  rd, mandurah.

Yes looking forward to trying some chips  & dip :)

 :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 03, 2013, 08:08:30 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:15:29 am
Is everyone happy with their black pizza machine??   Any complaints at all??  thinking of getting one from here but wanted to check if there are any negatives to consider . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/The-Pizza-Maker#reviewsTab

Goldfish get it  we love ours and use it every week
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Post by: medusa on January 03, 2013, 08:37:11 am
Umm a black pizza maker (thanks Maddy). Now just to smuggle it I and say to dh "what this old thing, have had it for years"!!!
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 08:38:53 am
Quote from: Yvette on January 03, 2013, 08:08:30 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:15:29 am
Is everyone happy with their black pizza machine??   Any complaints at all??  thinking of getting one from here but wanted to check if there are any negatives to consider . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/The-Pizza-Maker#reviewsTab

Goldfish get it  we love ours and use it every week

What else do you make in it?
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Post by: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 08:52:14 am
Quote from: Yvette on January 03, 2013, 08:08:30 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 03, 2013, 07:15:29 am
Is everyone happy with their black pizza machine??   Any complaints at all??  thinking of getting one from here but wanted to check if there are any negatives to consider . . .

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/The-Pizza-Maker#reviewsTab

Goldfish get it  we love ours and use it every week

Thanks Yvette . . ordered it via the tvsn link that Maddy posted . . . :D
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Post by: judydawn on January 03, 2013, 08:53:57 am
Hally, the deep dish makes lovely frittatas.
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 08:57:18 am
JD, now your talking.... Was actually looking for a frittatas pan ;D

Does it have cooking times etc :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 03, 2013, 09:04:19 am
I have only made pizzas in it so far
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Post by: obbie on January 03, 2013, 09:12:00 am
Pizza maker looks good
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Post by: judydawn on January 03, 2013, 10:33:11 am
Quote from: Halex on January 03, 2013, 08:57:18 am
JD, now your talking.... Was actually looking for a frittatas pan ;D

Does it have cooking times etc :)

For what, the pizzas or frittatas?  It comes with a small recipe booklet, not much good but has recipes for pizzas, omelettes and frittatas you can follow as a guide. There is also one recipe to cook a chicken fillet with cream and mushrooms but that's not something I would get the pizza maker out to do, I'd just use a frypan.
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2013, 10:53:31 am
Frittatas :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 03, 2013, 01:18:09 pm
There is a post on here. Unfortunately I can't think cos one wine too many and I'm so tired, could have been started by chookie off memory for uses with the other dish
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Post by: Jamberie on January 04, 2013, 04:23:51 am
Lots of storage boxes for teaching resources and these...I'm be been eyeing off the short black cups for ages & today they had 20% off, so it had to be....and the cake stand is just so versatile, how could I resist? (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/dygu5y7u.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on January 04, 2013, 04:27:14 am
Indeed Jamberie  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on January 04, 2013, 04:46:42 am
Quote from: maddy on January 04, 2013, 04:27:14 am
Indeed Jamberie  ;D

;D

And who has the strength to resist this cover? Not me! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/rusy8use.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2013, 05:04:59 am
I saw that the other day when I was shopping and resisted it. Then this morning.....I couldn't   Iced vo vo anyone?


(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/5e6e3eha.jpg)
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Post by: Nikkit on January 04, 2013, 05:05:07 am
oooooohhh a huge iced vovo...how would you stop at one piece of that?  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on January 04, 2013, 06:12:46 am
Quote from: medusa on January 03, 2013, 08:37:11 am
Umm a black pizza maker (thanks Maddy). Now just to smuggle it I and say to dh "what this old thing, have had it for years"!!!

Hahaha i normally do that but now all our post is coming through a po box and dh has the key and cant hide purchase anywhere i cant lol
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Post by: jeninwa on January 04, 2013, 06:20:08 am
My catch of the day free stuff arrived.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/anydyqa9.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 04, 2013, 06:34:11 am
Mine arrived yesterday.. Bought pretty much the same as you jen just add a kids game and two reindeer mugs lol
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2013, 06:35:36 am
Hw much was postage?
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Post by: jeninwa on January 04, 2013, 07:30:44 am
Quote from: Halex on January 04, 2013, 06:35:36 am
Hw much was postage?
I think it was just over $20.00 can't remember exact amount. I have seen the pan advertised for $50.00
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Post by: JulieO on January 04, 2013, 09:50:01 am
Quote from: Jamberie on January 04, 2013, 04:46:42 am
Quote from: maddy on January 04, 2013, 04:27:14 am
Indeed Jamberie  ;D

;D

And who has the strength to resist this cover? Not me! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/rusy8use.jpg)


Why do I think of Maddy when I look at this?  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 04, 2013, 09:52:32 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 04, 2013, 09:50:01 am
Quote from: Jamberie on January 04, 2013, 04:46:42 am
Quote from: maddy on January 04, 2013, 04:27:14 am
Indeed Jamberie  ;D

;D

And who has the strength to resist this cover? Not me! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/rusy8use.jpg)


Why do I think of Maddy when I look at this?  ;D
It's pink and pretty and beautifully decorated :D :D
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Post by: JulieO on January 04, 2013, 09:55:53 am
Spot on Cornish!  ;D  (I hope she makes it).  :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 04, 2013, 10:07:22 am
Ooh, I need to buy that magazine too
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Post by: Jamberie on January 04, 2013, 10:11:11 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 04, 2013, 09:55:53 am
Spot on Cornish!  ;D  (I hope she makes it).  :D

Me too!
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Post by: kt2 on January 04, 2013, 11:24:52 am
Quote from: Nikkit on January 04, 2013, 05:05:07 am
oooooohhh a huge iced vovo...how would you stop at one piece of that?  ;D

Easy Nikkit.......... Just don't slice it!!  ;) :D :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2013, 11:33:44 am
I think it would be very nice. The base is iced vo vos and other biscuits crushed. Then there is a marshmallow mix with raspberry jelly on and finally rosettes of cream.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 04, 2013, 06:58:25 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 04, 2013, 06:35:36 am
Hw much was postage?

Hally mine was 35 dollars but i was a large box and well worth it for the contents... Ive noticed though that they have the same stuff each time they do the everything free pay only postage 😏
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Post by: Halex on January 04, 2013, 09:15:41 pm
Thanks will have to look next time :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 04, 2013, 11:56:45 pm

Quote
And who has the strength to resist this cover? Not me! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/04/rusy8use.jpg)

This is a very upmarket version of the simple one I did here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=3628.0). I did forget to add the chocolate into the filling but it was nice without it - I daresay it would be even better with it
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Post by: obbie on January 05, 2013, 01:51:10 am
Bought the kids some clothes, togs, school bags,   stationary   for me.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 05, 2013, 01:57:45 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 04, 2013, 11:56:45 pm
This is a very upmarket version of the simple one I did here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=3628.0). I did forget to add the chocolate into the filling but it was nice without it - I daresay it would be even better with it

Of course there would have to be a version on our forum! -the forum has everything! Thanks for reminding us it's here Judy- it may prevent those thinking about purchasing the magazine.......

Last night I bought some cute shoe, clothing and vinyl labels for DD.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 05, 2013, 02:04:01 am
It just proves to us that you are indeed a blessing to the forum Judy.
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Post by: jo_nz on January 05, 2013, 02:14:52 am
Yay, my scrubbies & spatula etc arrived today  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2013, 03:23:07 am
I've just bought a new lap-top - well someone else actually went out and chose it for me and is setting it up at this very moment.  By the time it gets to me, it will be all ready to go - can't beat that ;D

Who are these wonderful people - Katie and her DH Richard.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 05, 2013, 04:24:05 am
Katie and Richard you are so kind to support Judy. You are both forum starts too.

How exciting for you Judy. A new laptop start to the year.
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Post by: Halex on January 05, 2013, 04:31:10 am
I love the way they help you out, great work K&R :)

What did you get :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2013, 04:55:02 am
All I know is it's an HP with Windows 8 and is not black at my request.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 05, 2013, 05:03:36 am
How exciting JD a new computer, they are truly wonderful people Katie and her DH,
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Post by: Katiej on January 05, 2013, 05:08:07 am
Just about to email you about it Judy (was going to do it after lunch, but had a 5 minute lie down that turned into a 2 hour sleep!).

Richard is installing all the updates and other things you need now.   Yes it's a HP laptop, it's all white and is running Windows 8 (which is so new, Richard is learning how to use it today  :)).  It's looks really cool and I'm envious  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2013, 05:10:59 am
Thanks Katie, I hope it's not too complicated for me  :P
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Post by: Katiej on January 05, 2013, 05:11:19 am
Here it is!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/05/gubyvuju.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/05/magaqu5a.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on January 05, 2013, 05:14:03 am
Oh my!!!!!! It looks wonderful!!
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Post by: Katiej on January 05, 2013, 05:14:46 am
Nah, Windows 8 looks very user friendly and Richard is only leaving on the desktop the things you use and want.  He'll make sure you know how to use it.
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Post by: courton on January 05, 2013, 05:33:46 am
You both are true friends for JD.  True stars :)
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Post by: mab19 on January 05, 2013, 05:35:47 am
Went shopping with a friend today.  Bought a new small non stick fry pan (the old one was no longer non stick  :( ) a non stick flan tin and four blouses for myself.   It felt pretty good as I haven't spent anything on clothes for ages.
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Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2013, 05:36:49 am
Looks good aye girls - I've received confirmation of security application & registration of the computer so I sort of know what Richard is doing from time to time  ;D

Hope you got some bargains there Margaret - it's the right time to shop at the moment.
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Post by: Yvette on January 05, 2013, 06:21:52 am
Lucky you Judy enjoy your new computer. Katie that is very nice of you and your husband
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Post by: Frozzie on January 05, 2013, 06:34:40 am
Lucky u judy and how lovely to have katie and her dh so close and happy to help out.. So lovely 😊
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Post by: mcmich on January 05, 2013, 08:21:21 am
Very nice JD. I have windows 8 and it is easy to use.

Mab some nice buys.  :)
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Post by: Emme on January 05, 2013, 08:27:43 am
Very nice Judy and wonderful to have Katie & DH to help with the setting up

Mab19 it is so nice to do some shopping for yourself now and again  :)

Marie
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 05, 2013, 08:40:22 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/05/vyju7une.jpg)
Maddy you have to make this for us all. I have the mag if you want the recipe ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on January 05, 2013, 08:50:56 am
Quote
Maddy you have to make this for us all. I have the mag if you want the recipe ;)

-no pressure :D

So you couldn't resist this one either Kimmy?
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 05, 2013, 08:59:51 am
Saw it at mums house yesterday ;)
My hips say get Maddy to make it. No calories that way ;D
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Post by: mcmich on January 05, 2013, 09:02:05 am
Good thinking Kimmy. I love iced vovo biscuits.  :D
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Post by: obbie on January 05, 2013, 04:43:06 pm
lovely computer JD
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Post by: droverjess on January 05, 2013, 10:41:33 pm
Went shopping today with DD.
Got some chemist essentials and then spent remaining Xmas money on new knives.
Old ones were 21st present so more than 30 yrs later time for new ones.

With permission near the tills DD and I opened all the box sets. We didn't want to look like murderers in a big store so we asked. LOL

The Raymond Blanc set won out of the choice we had there. I feel a knife, like a hammer, must be well balanced and feel right. These did. We used them to make fajitas tonight chopping chicken, open and pepper. Wonderful.

Similar to this one, but not a wooden block.  http://www.maillife.co.uk/p/raymond-blanc-by-anolon-5-piece-knife-block-set-mey9
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Post by: maddy on January 06, 2013, 12:43:26 am
Nice DJ  8)


I just bought this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d428b33c338477240e779d26c38ef43d.jpg)

Folds up flat, so should create a bit more space when baking.
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Post by: maddy on January 06, 2013, 12:46:20 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on January 05, 2013, 08:40:22 am
Maddy you have to make this for us all. I have the mag if you want the recipe ;)

It does look cool....thanks, but I usually grab this mag anyway.....do we really need a giant iced vovo here?
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 06, 2013, 01:53:21 am
Wow I like the cake rack Maddy.
No we don't need a giant iced vovo. It just looked like a Maddy thing!
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Post by: jeninwa on January 06, 2013, 05:24:56 am
Quote from: maddy on January 06, 2013, 12:43:26 am
Nice DJ  8)


I just bought this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d428b33c338477240e779d26c38ef43d.jpg)

Folds up flat, so should create a bit more space when baking.


Where did you get it from Maddy?
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2013, 05:49:54 am
Maddy, I think that you should set up a blog for cooking and shopping!  I am sure you will have quite a few of us following you on your intrepid adventures!!!
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2013, 05:55:29 am
Quote from: courton on January 06, 2013, 05:49:54 am
Maddy, I think that you should set up a blog for cooking and shopping!  I am sure you will have quite a few of us following you on your intrepid adventures!!!


Absolutely!!   ;D
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Post by: Emme on January 06, 2013, 06:14:40 am
Oh Maddy, I just showed DH the cake rack, hoping he maybe able to make something similar. I could certainly do with something like that. 

Marie
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2013, 06:18:51 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 06, 2013, 05:24:56 am
Quote from: maddy on January 06, 2013, 12:43:26 am
Nice DJ  8)


I just bought this

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d428b33c338477240e779d26c38ef43d.jpg)

Folds up flat, so should create a bit more space when baking.


Where did you get it from Maddy?

Jeninwa . . . this looks as though it might be the same . . .

http://www.amazon.com/Linden-Sweden-Bakers-Adjustable-Cooling/dp/B00076VGQ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1357453043&sr=8-2&keywords=folding+cake+rack
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Post by: jeninwa on January 06, 2013, 07:10:20 am
Thank goldfish looks the same, now what else do I want from amazon :)
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2013, 07:14:18 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 06, 2013, 07:10:20 am
, now what else do I want from amazon :)

 You're welcome  :). . Yep . . . that's what happens!   ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 06, 2013, 07:27:30 am
Not happy Jan....I took my less than 2 yr old Circulon elite pan back to DJ with its Lifetime warranty as it was no longer non stick.  It has only ever been used on Induction, has never been in the dishwasher or had abrasive pads used on it.However the lady said she will send back to Mayer but they usually say the pans have been used on high heat!!!! it will also take them about 12 weeks to tell me this   This is ridiculous it is like selling a pair of trainers and saying you can only walk in them and not run!!  There is an ad on TV about these pans and the main tag line is their lifetime warranty, maybe they should put the disclaimer on the bottom of the ad which says "only valid if not used on high heat".  I am wondering if it is better to buy a $100 pan rather than a $300 pan then just replace it!  I have bought another one, this time I am trying the Jamie Oliver new range which is suitable for Induction.

On a happier note, I did go to Ikea and get one of those comfy ergonomic neck support pillows as I have been getting sore necks in the mornings:)
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2013, 07:30:23 am
GHM, I have returned pans to scanpain and circulon. Scanpan were very professional. Circulon less so until I pointed out that the instruction booklet did not tell me certain things. Then they came around. Good luck.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 06, 2013, 07:35:20 am
Quote from: courton on January 06, 2013, 07:30:23 am
GHM, I have returned pans to scanpain and circulon. Scanpan were very professional. Circulon less so until I pointed out that the instruction booklet did not tell me certain things. Then they came around. Good luck.

Hi Courton, It does say in the paperwork you must not use high heat!! but it is a pan and surely one could argue that they are selling a product that is not fit for its intended purpose!  I will post here how I get on in about 12 weeks when I get an answer.  By the time they pay for postage/courier from Perth to Victoria as there is no rep here, they could have replaced if for what it probably cost them  Te fact that the woman in DJ seemed confident that the answer would be no I am not holding my breath!
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2013, 07:46:21 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 29, 2012, 09:39:58 am
Is this (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11666.msg217242#msg217242) what you are looking for gf?  Not much of an address though.

Whoops! Sorry, Judy!! Missed this .  Yes, this was it .. Thank you!!
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2013, 07:51:03 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 06, 2013, 07:35:20 am
Quote from: courton on January 06, 2013, 07:30:23 am
GHM, I have returned pans to scanpain and circulon. Scanpan were very professional. Circulon less so until I pointed out that the instruction booklet did not tell me certain things. Then they came around. Good luck.

Te fact that the woman in DJ seemed confident that the answer would be no I am not holding my breath!

Sound a wonderful PR/customer service  exercise on the part of DJ's...NOT!! Hope you get this sorted to your satisfaction GHM
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Post by: droverjess on January 06, 2013, 08:28:49 am
Good Luck GHM
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Post by: Frozzie on January 06, 2013, 10:08:03 am
Just taking a peak and what do you know maddy posted another great gadget lol .. *Sobs* 😭
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2013, 10:18:57 am
Love the new avatar Courton.  :D
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2013, 10:26:53 am
Thank you! After 2 years I have changed the avatar to our gorgeous dog Tia. Might take another 2 years for my face to appear!!!!!!
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Post by: Wonder on January 06, 2013, 10:55:35 am
Finally got some time to myself and went shopping, started off well buying things in the first two stores. A great wool dress at Country Road and a pair of over the top shoes but I fell in love with them and they were reduced by about 60% so I couldn't resist.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/06/2eta7u8a.jpg)
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2013, 10:57:52 am
Love the shoes!
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Post by: Wonder on January 06, 2013, 11:00:54 am
Thanks Courton. They are fairly impractical but I just couldn't resist.
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Post by: courton on January 06, 2013, 11:03:24 am
That's what sales are for!!!
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2013, 11:12:38 am
Nice buys Wonder.  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 06, 2013, 11:22:24 am
Great buys wonder. 60% off is a bargain.
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Post by: maddy on January 06, 2013, 11:33:46 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on January 06, 2013, 07:10:20 am
Thank goldfish looks the same, now what else do I want from amazon :)

Hi Jen, yes, it was from amazon & GF's link was it....so what else did you get?  :)

Quote from: Frozzie on January 06, 2013, 10:08:03 am
Just taking a peak and what do you know maddy posted another great gadget lol .. *Sobs* 😭

Oh sorry Froz   :-*.......please put this thread on "ignore"

Wonder...just .gorgeous! 

Well if the supermarkets are thinking hot cross buns, I'm thinking Easter cupcakes  :D. picked up these gorgeous cupcake holders, naturally to house carrot cakes when it is actually Easter time!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a752aa0df31b574726771994a4c839f8.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 06, 2013, 11:49:07 pm
Yep no cant do that 😄😄😄
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Post by: obbie on January 07, 2013, 01:55:10 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D Ignore this, no
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Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2013, 02:35:19 am
I couldn't resist this at the newsagent the other day. DD made the Peach Melba cupcakes yesterday. Delicious. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/07/bevysuga.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on January 07, 2013, 04:14:33 am
My What's For Dinner book arrived today courtesy of Jeninwa - thanks Jen  :-* :-* :-*.  Didn't realise it weighed so much so that's a couple of bottles of SA wine I owe you  ;)  Homework for tonight - to find out how many recipes can be converted for the TMX from this book ;D
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Post by: Amanda on January 07, 2013, 04:15:54 am
Sitting up late on Saturday night (after a wine or 2) and schmoozing the interewebz I found a camera lens I'd been wanting - at 1/2 price!!  Couldn't resist. ;D

Husband doesn't know I bought it yet. I expect you'll all hear him when he finds out, tho.  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2013, 04:48:59 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 07, 2013, 04:14:33 am
My What's For Dinner book arrived today courtesy of Jeninwa - thanks Jen  :-* :-* :-*.  Didn't realise it weighed so much so that's a couple of bottles of SA wine I owe you  ;)  Homework for tonight - to find out how many recipes can be converted for the TMX from this book ;D

Judy I've found most recipes you can use or partially use the TMX. I love that book.  The 3 things I've made so far have all been lovely.
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Post by: obbie on January 07, 2013, 04:52:39 am
Amanda, that is so funny.

enjoy your new lens :)
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Post by: jeninwa on January 07, 2013, 05:15:20 am
Glad it arrived safe and sound JD. :)
My new kindle the paper white arrived this morning have it charging for some reading later. Just recieved an email from the readershop saying the paperwhite is now in stock in Australia, I saved $130.00 buying it through a third party shipping forward agent. :) 
Now I need a cover for got to order one:(
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2013, 10:42:49 pm
Here's my little bundle:
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3604_zps24c331be.jpg)

I have cakes in the oven already for the checkerboard cake - it's mum's birthday tomorrow.  ;D

I'm a bit jealous of the new kindles!!  I have a Kobo, and I think it's battery is slowly dying.  Or maybe I just read too much... ;)
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2013, 10:46:01 pm
Love checkerboard pan Jo. Be sure to post a photo of the finished cake.  :)
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2013, 10:48:56 pm
I have to say the pic on the box makes me laugh though...very cheesy and outdated.  But simple, and comes with three cake pans, so will be useful for multicoloured cakes which the kids love too.

Can't wait to try making shrewsbury bikkies with the cookie punch...maybe later (obviously not baking hot over here!)
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2013, 10:53:39 pm
I must admit I love those older pics.

What's the temp over there Jo? Was talking to my BIL in Christchurch and he was saying how hot it was 22  ???
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Post by: goldfish on January 07, 2013, 11:11:27 pm
Quote from: mcmich on January 07, 2013, 10:53:39 pm
I must admit I love those older pics.

my BIL in Christchurch and he was saying how hot it was 22  ???

ROFL !!!!! ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2013, 11:34:36 pm
I think it's a high of 21 here today, but doesn't even feel that warm as we have winds up to 100ks.  :-))
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2013, 11:52:14 pm
 ;D ;D ;D - 21
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2013, 11:54:03 pm
 :P
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Post by: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 12:40:27 am
That's ok Jo . . . we're just green eyed with envy!!!  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 12:42:00 am
I am sitting in aircon at 18
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 12:59:01 am
I just got into lunchbox mode and did a few small purchases...

Sandwich cutters, bread stamps, bento picks.  :)

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Post by: cookie1 on January 08, 2013, 01:00:19 am
I sitting here dreading doing the ironing and it is 9am and 32 degrees and about 90% humidity.
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 01:01:11 am
More ...  :-))
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 01:02:30 am
Ironing who does that..
astarra where did you buy the lunchbox cutters, was it online.
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 01:10:53 am
Yes Obbie - ebay.  :)
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 01:14:29 am
OOH, which seller
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 01:20:08 am
Umm lots of them...I just searched bento for the picks etc then went to price + postage lowest first
then did the same in sandwich cutters...  :D

I have it bad ...  :-))
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Post by: jo_nz on January 08, 2013, 01:38:49 am
Gorgeous Bento bits!  I only have egg/rice moulds, but been looking for cute picks etc.  LOVE those little sandwich stamp/cutters though.

Ironing?!  I occasionally do that when sewing, but my kids basically think its purpose is to apply heat transfers to their t-shirts! LOL.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 08, 2013, 01:38:59 am
They are so cute lol. Not looking 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 01:49:48 am
Love them astarra, I don't have any little ones to pack lunches for  :(
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Post by: cookie1 on January 08, 2013, 02:57:27 am
No lunches for lit tiles here anymore either. Thank goodness
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Post by: Halex on January 08, 2013, 03:03:53 am
2 more cook books, couldnt resist at the price.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/08/dy8uryqy.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 04:23:05 am
The Salvo's were having a half price book sale. Look what $4.00 gets you. I will be really interested to have look through Cook - it's a tupperware cook book.
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 04:30:42 am
I got that kids party food book from our Salvos for 50c about a week ago!  :D
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 04:39:38 am
That's what I paid half price. Have made anything out of it astarra?
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Post by: maddy on January 08, 2013, 04:43:17 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 01:49:48 am
Love them astarra, I don't have any little ones to pack lunches for  :(

give your hubby a nice surprise in his lunch Michele  8)


We just bought a 6m stern pool, excellent condition with new liner included for a bargain!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4dfea9964f04885c53fa1aeb7047331b.jpg)

will pick it up next week, and hopefully we can get it set up and running before school goes back.
Already disassembled, so makes the job easier.  The people selling it only bought it 2 weeks ago, and it was too large for their yard.  Hubby will half sink it and build decking around it.
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Post by: Halex on January 08, 2013, 04:45:47 am
Great Maddy, we are in our pool everyday :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 04:49:36 am
Quote from: maddy on January 08, 2013, 04:43:17 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 01:49:48 am
Love them astarra, I don't have any little ones to pack lunches for  :(

give your hubby a nice surprise in his lunch Michele  8)


We just bought a 6m stern pool, excellent condition with new liner included for a bargain!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4dfea9964f04885c53fa1aeb7047331b.jpg)

will pick it up next week, and hopefully we can get it set up and running before school goes back.
Already disassembled, so makes the job easier.  The people selling it only bought it 2 weeks ago, and it was too large for their yard.  Hubby will half sink it and build decking around it.

Just in time with all this hot weather Maddy.

LOL - Yes my B double truck driving DH would get a suprise with bunny shaped sandwiches in his lunchbox.  ;D
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Post by: maddy on January 08, 2013, 05:07:29 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 04:49:36 am
LOL - Yes my B double truck driving DH would get a suprise with bunny shaped sandwiches in his lunchbox.  ;D

HeeHee....would love to see his face!
My Mum gave Dad rainbow coloured bread once....sure his work mates got a laugh  :P
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Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 05:14:32 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 04:39:38 am
That's what I paid half price. Have made anything out of it astarra?

Yep, the cheese and bacon potatoes - pg16 are nice (I used chives instead of sage tho)
Sausage rolls - pg 19  were ok, girls loved them but DH & I thought they were a bit plain.

And there are a few others we want to try before school goes back.  :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 05:25:05 am
Thanks astarra. I liked the look of the three ingredient slice pg 41. Very easy and nut free for school.
I do mind children occasionally - two of the young lasses from work let me play with their girls when they are stuck for sitters. They all seem to love cooking too.

I need grandchildren.
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Post by: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 05:26:48 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 05:25:05 am

I need grandchildren.

Take a number and join the queue, Mcmich!   ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 05:34:25 am
I have the kids cook book too.
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Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 05:50:42 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 05:26:48 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 08, 2013, 05:25:05 am

I need grandchildren.

Take a number and join the queue, Mcmich!   ;D ;D ;D

Sigh - my daughter has been married for 3 1/2 years now. They bought a home before they were married. I don't know what they are waiting for? My daughter is a bit career orientated. They are both still very young only 25yrs and enjoying where they are - so maybe soon. Hopefully DH's daughter that got married in May might come good - I know they want to start a family soon as she has turned 30 and doesn't want to leave it too long.
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 05:59:44 am
just bought the sandwich cutters
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 08, 2013, 09:30:00 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 07, 2013, 05:15:20 am
Glad it arrived safe and sound JD. :)
My new kindle the paper white arrived this morning have it charging for some reading later. Just recieved an email from the readershop saying the paperwhite is now in stock in Australia, I saved $130.00 buying it through a third party shipping forward agent. :) 
Now I need a cover for got to order one:(
Can I ask you where you purchased the kindle please Jen?
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Post by: RosieB on January 08, 2013, 01:04:14 pm
I couldn't resist buying some of these silicone push pop tubes for icecreams.  I ordered them direct from China
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41VTjkWAGGL._SY300_.jpg)
Now just waiting for them to arrive..

And who wouldn't love one of these in their kitchen?  I notice it on FaceBook and drooled.  LOL
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/430806_326283150815012_52315757_n.jpg)
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Post by: Meagan on January 08, 2013, 02:11:28 pm
Quote from: RosieB on January 08, 2013, 01:04:14 pm
I couldn't resist buying some of these silicone push pop tubes for icecreams.  I ordered them direct from China
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41VTjkWAGGL._SY300_.jpg)
Now just waiting for them to arrive..

And who wouldn't love one of these in their kitchen?  I notice it on FaceBook and drooled.  LOL
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/430806_326283150815012_52315757_n.jpg)

Rosieb where did you get those 'calipo" tubes?? They would be great for sorbet!
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Post by: RosieB on January 08, 2013, 02:31:48 pm
Hi Meaghan
This is the ebay ad
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/10-Pcs-Silicone-Push-Up-Ice-Cream-Jelly-Lolly-Pop-Popsicle-Maker-Mould-Mold-/221128657520 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/10-Pcs-Silicone-Push-Up-Ice-Cream-Jelly-Lolly-Pop-Popsicle-Maker-Mould-Mold-/221128657520)
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Post by: Meagan on January 08, 2013, 03:00:14 pm
Sold :) thanks!
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Post by: Halex on January 08, 2013, 09:37:41 pm
Ok, what do you do with them ??? :)
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 09:43:19 pm
fill them with ice cream
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Post by: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 09:46:49 pm
If you go to the ebay link, Hally , it kind of explains it.  As obbie suggested you could fill them with ice cream - or sorbet or juice to make iceblocks, etc etc.  The "consumer" then just removes the cap and pushes the contents up the tube . . . hope that makes sense . . :D
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Post by: judydawn on January 08, 2013, 09:51:22 pm
They will be a popular item for those with kids, had a look but resisted for the time being.

Love the storage unit RosieB, I like being able to see what you have in the pantry in a glance and not have everything hidden behind something else as in my pantry.  Mind you, I'd probably need 3 of them for all my supplies :-))
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Post by: jeninwa on January 08, 2013, 10:00:19 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on January 08, 2013, 09:30:00 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 07, 2013, 05:15:20 am
Glad it arrived safe and sound JD. :)
My new kindle the paper white arrived this morning have it charging for some reading later. Just recieved an email from the readershop saying the paperwhite is now in stock in Australia, I saved $130.00 buying it through a third party shipping forward agent. :) 
Now I need a cover for got to order one:(
Can I ask you where you purchased the kindle please Jen?

I'll send you a pm all the info is on my computer I'm on my ipad atm.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 10:07:12 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 08, 2013, 09:51:22 pm
They will be a popular item for those with kids, had a look but resisted for the time being.

Love the storage unit RosieB, I like being able to see what you have in the pantry in a glance and not have everything hidden behind something else as in my pantry.  Mind you, I'd probably need 3 of them for all my supplies :-))


Didn't Frank make something similar for Uni?
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Post by: obbie on January 08, 2013, 10:13:33 pm
Yes Uni is lucky.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 08, 2013, 10:52:54 pm
I have those tubes too, love them.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on January 08, 2013, 11:23:14 pm
These just arrived....
The Oz Harvest Cookbook, cake pop mould and butterfly plunger cutters :)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/09/evy7ety3.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Meagan on January 08, 2013, 11:44:45 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 08, 2013, 09:37:41 pm
Ok, what do you do with them ??? :)

Hally have you never seen a calipo in the icecream shops before?
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 08, 2013, 11:50:53 pm
I just ordered the silicon calypso ice cream tubes  ;D
Kids will love them.
Fantastic for TMX sorbets  ;D
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Post by: droverjess on January 09, 2013, 12:03:31 am
Why did I visit here... LOL.

21' would be great, 8' and rain of course today!

Actually I bought some moulds for the chocolate soufflé pudding today. Been resisting due to price but then saw some that were better value. All washed up and ready to use now. So useful to have this dessert in the freezer. Can't find a link to show you.
They are domed and aluminium. Can't go in DW, but won't be used all the time.

I also got this http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/sol/shop/home_and_garden/cookware/baking/cake_tins/120186292_tu_silicone_heart.html?hnav=4294960496

What a difference a job makes!!
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Post by: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 01:01:08 am
As usual I really shouldn't look at this thread.
What I would do for one of those storage units. Not that I have the room. My pantry is quite large but when you have so many types of flour etc. at least I have much more room in this house than our previous one.  Our theatre is a bit like Hally's DH has it all mucked up at the moment.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 09, 2013, 02:51:38 am
Quote from: Meagan on January 08, 2013, 11:44:45 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 08, 2013, 09:37:41 pm
Ok, what do you do with them ??? :)

Hally have you never seen a calipo in the icecream shops before?

Yes but never bought them as I ddnt know what they were :)
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Post by: obbie on January 09, 2013, 03:04:13 am
my kids love Calipo bars
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Post by: RosieB on January 09, 2013, 03:06:10 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 08, 2013, 09:51:22 pm
They will be a popular item for those with kids, had a look but resisted for the time being.

Love the storage unit RosieB, I like being able to see what you have in the pantry in a glance and not have everything hidden behind something else as in my pantry.  Mind you, I'd probably need 3 of them for all my supplies :-))

I have several sets of the usual icecream blocks with the sticks,  But I always pull just the stick out, or DGS chews the plastic stick.  
I figured these may be a bit better for him as he has problems with fine motor skills and usually wears more icecream than he eats.  Tho I am expecting a few to shoot straight out of the top until he masters using them.

I keep finding kitchen storage ideas but I love this one.
I am still planning my Kitchen extension into what was the laundry.  I hate laundries.  Every one uses them as a place to put things they can't be bothered putting away.  
My laundry will be a front loader washing machine under my kitchen bench.  This looks like it would be perfect as I want to build in the complete wall of the laundry as cupboard space.  Just have to convince DH.  I have several welsh dressers and if this was made in timber it would match beautifully.  Drool Drool.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 09, 2013, 05:34:40 am
Quote from: RosieB on January 08, 2013, 01:04:14 pm
I couldn't resist buying some of these silicone push pop tubes for icecreams.  I ordered them direct from China
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41VTjkWAGGL._SY300_.jpg)
Now just waiting for them to arrive..

I also could not resist! Thank you for sharing the link. Calippo's are great for my DD, home made are even better :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 09, 2013, 05:49:30 am
Quote from: obbie on January 09, 2013, 03:04:13 am
my kids love Calipo bars

So do I  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 06:10:50 am
Jamberie I have just had a good look at your avatar.  Is it the very hungry caterpillar? It is cute.
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Post by: mcmich on January 09, 2013, 06:18:46 am
I loved reading that book to my kids and "There's a possum in the House"
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Post by: Jamberie on January 09, 2013, 08:46:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 06:10:50 am
Jamberie I have just had a good look at your avatar.  Is it the very hungry caterpillar? It is cute.

Yes it is The Very Hungry Caterpillar....It was DD's first b'day cake, except there was no way she was allowed the green icing, there was waaaay too much food colouring to achieve that green!
One of our fav stories too & I'm always hungry so I thought it was appropriate :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 09, 2013, 11:45:00 am
That is a terrific looking cake, and a great story. If this was the happy thread, I would say how happy I am that my dyslexic son just read me a bedtime story ~ The Diary of a Wombat ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 09, 2013, 11:48:13 am
That's wonderful Sue, bet he was proud of himself too.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 09, 2013, 11:53:54 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on January 09, 2013, 11:45:00 am
If this was the happy thread, I would say how happy I am that my dyslexic son just read me a bedtime story ~ The Diary of a Wombat ;D

That's great! I love Diary of a Wombat! Jackie French really knows how to tell a story that's amusing to many ages :) I'm so pleased your son enjoyed it so much he read it to you!
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 09, 2013, 12:08:13 pm
She does write good books ;D
He did say that one of his teachers had read the book to his class, and he really liked it. He is having a sleepover in his sisters room tonight and he read it to both of us. I really love the holidays with the kids as things are so relaxed.
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Post by: Meagan on January 09, 2013, 01:50:34 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 09, 2013, 02:51:38 am
Quote from: Meagan on January 08, 2013, 11:44:45 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 08, 2013, 09:37:41 pm
Ok, what do you do with them ??? :)

Hally have you never seen a calipo in the icecream shops before?

Yes but never bought them as I ddnt know what they were :)

lol I dont like them but DH loves them! He is going to flip let alone the kids!!
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Post by: jo_nz on January 09, 2013, 07:43:43 pm
Well, the checkerboard cake set was reasonably successful - not quite a square as the pic on the box, but still pretty good.  And tasty! :D
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3615_zps92d5bc89.jpg)
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Post by: jo_nz on January 09, 2013, 07:44:47 pm
Oh, and I've had to order some of those icecream tubes too - for me AND my sister.  She and her kids LOVE them. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 09, 2013, 07:45:43 pm
Looks delicious Jo. 8)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 09, 2013, 08:45:15 pm
Jo that cake looks amazing. Well done x
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Post by: JulieO on January 09, 2013, 08:54:12 pm
The cake looks great Jo :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 09, 2013, 09:12:24 pm
Yummy Jo
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Post by: maddy on January 09, 2013, 09:58:50 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bde658853c0bcf724e004a8b793f77fa.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6241d7c0b2ac798b8fd1f56642b03d2f.jpg)
Gradually replacing the dark coloured bakeware with the Raco

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/eb933a865ce4d1dd2f3ebaa905a8933c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e2080059305510d11f062dc11e082207.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/74a4d8fc072183733bb9c0dbcf9b5fd5.jpg)

And a good amount of sports clothing for DS as there was 40% off.
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Post by: courton on January 09, 2013, 10:21:00 pm
Great cake Jo!
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Post by: jo_nz on January 09, 2013, 10:22:07 pm
Hahaha, love the french toast stamper.

Funnily enough, I just got a cookie alphabet stamp thing too - just the letters and slider thing to put them on, and a square cutter.  
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Post by: mcmich on January 10, 2013, 12:29:57 am
Lovely cake Jo.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2013, 04:30:14 am
I have 2 cookbooks from the author of Gifts from your Kitchen maddy (Jean Pare) so that should be a great little book.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 10, 2013, 06:54:23 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on November 30, 2012, 11:07:07 pm
I know you weren't knocking him Frozzie :D
Financially they can put their money to better use at this moment but when DIL goes back to work they will consider buying TMX as they now know that they will use it.
Lucky them as they will have 2 machines  :D
I think it's great that there are cheaper options for people who don't want to spend $2000.
Obviously there must be a great difference in quality but a good intro into a different style of cooking and food preparation.

ThE latest news is that their machine has stopped heating so useless for cooking now.  >:( Good guys are offering a replacement but DIL thinks she will take the refund instead. I recommend she takes it and runs. Was worth the try but in the end useless.
Surely they can't keep selling substandard machines. Too many people are returning them and all with different complaints.  I know someone whose blades just spin so she is taking the refund. She has only had hers for 3 months which is ridiculous.
It's great for people to have a much cheaper option than TMX but only if it works. These ones aren't even lasting the 12 month warranty period.  That's my rant for the day  ;)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 10, 2013, 06:59:50 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 06:10:50 am
Jamberie I have just had a good look at your avatar.  Is it the very hungry caterpillar? It is cute.


Jamberie, I too love the very hungry caterpiller, my eldest is almost 20 but I can still remember it word for word!!!!!
My other favorites were ENoch the Emu and The ELephant and the Bad Baby :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 10, 2013, 07:29:08 am
ES that is really great news. I can imagine how pleased you and your DS were.

Love the cake Jo. It looks quite professional.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 10, 2013, 08:27:28 am
Jo your cake looks amazing.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 10, 2013, 08:35:36 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 10, 2013, 06:59:50 am
Jamberie, I too love the very hungry caterpiller, my eldest is almost 20 but I can still remember it word for word!!!!!
My other favorites were ENoch the Emu and The ELephant and the Bad Baby :)

GHM Ihaven't heard of that one, as this is the shopping thread, I might just pop over to The Book Depository and have a look :D

One of my favourites at the moment is "I want my hat back". It is suitable for adults and kiddies. My DD likes  the bear, my DH likes that it could be a murder mystery hidden in a picture book!
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Post by: Katiej on January 10, 2013, 10:05:06 am
We bought a mini spit roaster from Bunnings.  A couple of people have one at my DH's work and they rave about them.
Think we will try a pork roast first.

http://www.bunnings.com.au/products_product_jumbuck-mini-spit-roaster_P3170306.aspx

Also my copy of Jerusalem arrived from the Book Depository today.

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Post by: courton on January 10, 2013, 10:17:50 am
Bought Jamie's 15 minute cookbook ...hoping it will entice dd to cook during the holidays. Only $24!
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Post by: Frozzie on January 10, 2013, 11:54:39 am
I stupidly saw te jerusalem cookbook for 26 dollars and didnt get it lol.. Was being good and restricting my cookbook addiction :(
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Post by: Bonsai on January 10, 2013, 12:31:20 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 10, 2013, 06:59:50 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 06:10:50 am
Jamberie I have just had a good look at your avatar.  Is it the very hungry caterpillar? It is cute.


Jamberie, I too love the very hungry caterpiller, my eldest is almost 20 but I can still remember it word for word!!!!!
My other favorites were ENoch the Emu and The ELephant and the Bad Baby :)

I remember the elephant and the bad baby (and my youngest is 19!) "you never once said please" is a cute ending. The jolly postman books are beautiful, along with a lot of other ahlberg books. I loved "each peach pear plum" and"we're going on a bear hunt" as we'll. some of my fondest memories are of my kids all snuggling around when I read them books.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 10, 2013, 01:01:59 pm
Just downloaded the first season of Spooks on BBC iPlayer
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 10, 2013, 01:34:45 pm
Quote from: Bonsai on January 10, 2013, 12:31:20 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 10, 2013, 06:59:50 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 09, 2013, 06:10:50 am
Jamberie I have just had a good look at your avatar.  Is it the very hungry caterpillar? It is cute.


Jamberie, I too love the very hungry caterpiller, my eldest is almost 20 but I can still remember it word for word!!!!!
My other favorites were ENoch the Emu and The ELephant and the Bad Baby :)

I remember the elephant and the bad baby (and my youngest is 19!) "you never once said please" is a cute ending. The jolly postman books are beautiful, along with a lot of other ahlberg books. I loved "each peach pear plum" and"we're going on a bear hunt" as we'll. some of my fondest memories are of my kids all snuggling around when I read them books.

I still remember Each Peach, Pear Plum word for word and that was after reading it to my younger brother day in and day out when he was in hospital  :-)) :-)) Never did buy the book for my kids, just recited it lol ... might have to go and buy the book for any grandkids that may come along, could forget the words with age  :D
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Post by: Bonsai on January 10, 2013, 01:59:03 pm
I liked the gorgeous pictures too. Clever enough to keep grown ups amused after the 100th reading 😉
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Post by: goldfish on January 10, 2013, 10:24:38 pm
Just a thought . . . duo piping bags from Lakeland available from Amazon UK . .  ;)


small:   
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lakeland-Colour-Small-Piping-Bags/dp/B00A16DW58

and large:   
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lakeland-Colour-Large-Piping-Bags/dp/B00A16DWCG
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Post by: johnro on January 10, 2013, 10:25:05 pm
(http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/182446-Large.jpg)

Have been considering this purchase forever - Puff Dumpling pan - POK have them for $47 at present and you would never believe it BUT  (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/shocked/shocked-smiley-emoticon.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/shocked-emoticon-1681.html) an order confirmation email has just been sent (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/laughing/smiley-face-giggle.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/giggle-emoticon-757.html) - now a word from DH xx (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/lol/not-laughing-lol.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/not.laughing-emoticon-7.html) 
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Post by: mcmich on January 10, 2013, 10:33:49 pm
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: goldfish on January 10, 2013, 10:37:28 pm
 . . that's why there's a "D" in "DH" . . .  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: droverjess on January 10, 2013, 10:56:32 pm
LOL  all round.

Back to improvising with icing bags... Not as neat as with the proper thing, but ok for first effort I think.
Good cake Jo...

Oh Maddy... You are the shopping baking Queen!
Enjoy the testing and do tell us about the gift book please, looks interesting.  ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 11, 2013, 12:05:08 am
Quote from: johnro on January 10, 2013, 10:25:05 pm
(http://static.petersofkensington.com.au/images/ProductImages/182446-Large.jpg)

Have been considering this purchase forever - Puff Dumpling pan - POK have them for $47 at present and you would never believe it BUT  (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/shocked/shocked-smiley-emoticon.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/shocked-emoticon-1681.html) an order confirmation email has just been sent (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/laughing/smiley-face-giggle.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/giggle-emoticon-757.html) - now a word from DH xx (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/lol/not-laughing-lol.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/not.laughing-emoticon-7.html) 

I have had one of these for years. It came as a free gift when I purchased a lot of scan pan products but I have never used it  :(
Showing my ignorance here as I don't know what to make in it  ???
Dont have any recipes and can't find much on the net.
What will you use it for Johnro?
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Post by: johnro on January 11, 2013, 12:33:12 am
MF could be a waste of $$$$ but we frequently entertain especially for brunch on weekends and I often do dutch oven baked apple pancakes so thought the puff dumoling pan would be perfect.  I though that a lot of the muffin recipes could be used.
Have done a bit of searching and thought that the following fillings may be tasty
- ham, cheese, pineapple
- Smoked salmon, cream cheese , chives/dill, red onion
- Chocolate and top with whipped cream and sprinkle nuts to serve
- Strawberries, raspberries etc and drizzle with chocolate sauce and whipped cream to serve
- Stewed apples and drizzle with butterscotch sauce
- Poached pears, goats cheese, toasted walnuts and drizzle with honey to serve
Watch this space for updates!!!!! (http://yoursmiles.org/bsmile/wonder/b0701.gif)

BTW Your Home Depot = $42 - my biggest concern is that the pan is scanpan as I have ditched my 1 piece of scanpan!!!
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 11, 2013, 12:40:45 am
Thanks johnro. :)
This has been in my pot drawer for years and never been used.
Will try to use it soon thanks to your info.

About to make yet another batch of your cookies and cream fudge. It should be banned  ;)
Taking it to my  GD's first birthday party tomorrow.
I wish my hips didn't like it  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on January 11, 2013, 12:42:04 am
MF - if you google "puff dumplings" there are a lot of suggestions/recipes there . .
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 11, 2013, 01:03:25 am
I did GF but didn't find it very helpful.
My wifi is rubbish at the moment so lots of links aren't opening and others taking forever.
IT guy coming to fix it but don't know when as he had to order something for us.
Found an Indian dumpling recipe but it said to put lid on the pan and I don't have a lid with my scanpan dumpling pan.
Very confused  :(
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Post by: obbie on January 11, 2013, 02:06:11 am
lets go to Johnros place for brunch
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Post by: snappy on January 11, 2013, 06:42:04 am
Johnro, could you post the recipe for the Dutch oven baked apple pancakes, they sound delicious!
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Post by: cookie1 on January 11, 2013, 06:47:40 am
Love the pan. Is that what they called gem irons many years ago? I can just imagine muffins in it, both savoury and sweet.
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Post by: trudy on January 11, 2013, 07:58:22 am
Johnro, I would love a copy of the recipe as well.  Many thanks!!
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Post by: jeninwa on January 11, 2013, 08:32:40 am
Johnro I would also love a copy of the recipe please :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 11, 2013, 08:33:52 am
I would also love a copy of the recipe please johnro if you have time  :D
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Post by: goldfish on January 11, 2013, 08:35:42 am
Johnro.. Can I add my name too please? :)
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Post by: johnro on January 11, 2013, 09:10:45 am
Cookie I have gem irons (the cast iron variety!!!) - I think the puff dumpling pan is more the size of a large muffin, at least I hope so!!! (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/confused/confused-face-smiley-emoticon.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/confused.face-emoticon-1770.html)
Will flick the recipes over wk end - visitors arriving soon!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on January 11, 2013, 11:23:00 am
Thanks Robyn. I may have to splurge some of my Christmas money on one of these.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 11, 2013, 02:19:54 pm
Cookie I would be delighted to give you mine as I have had it for years and never used it once.
PM me as I could meet you somewhere and give it to you personally if not I can post it  :)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 11, 2013, 11:18:39 pm
Off to test drive new car this morning, exciting! :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 12, 2013, 12:24:33 am
Oohh, another new car!!!!  :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 12, 2013, 12:36:12 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 11, 2013, 11:18:39 pm
Off to test drive new car this morning, exciting! :)

Exciting GHM  :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 12, 2013, 12:44:16 am
Very exciting GHM.
Just bought a pizza maker and a little excited now ;D
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Post by: JulieO on January 12, 2013, 01:12:00 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 11, 2013, 11:18:39 pm
Off to test drive new car this morning, exciting! :)

What make is is GHM?  :D
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Post by: maddy on January 12, 2013, 02:37:45 am
2 sets of cannisters from eBay

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b974b46892272f4c02ce76eb4392bd66.jpg)

....mine are completely shabby, and not in the chic sense either! 

40 pairs of footy socks for the club, as they were on clearance for $3
And More clothes for DS...he's had such a growing spurt  :o
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Post by: jo_nz on January 12, 2013, 02:50:39 am
Fancy!! My cannisters are recycled - no wait "upcycled" Moccona jars that I have cut vinyl labels for  :)  On the plus side, moccona jars are great at stopping Milo from going rock hard. But not nearly as pretty as those.

Great price on the socks - actual footy/long socks? 
What's with those pesky kids growing all the time?!  I saw my nephew recently - he's just turned 12 and if now officially taller than me  >:(
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 12, 2013, 03:12:30 am
So many members are getting the pizza maker, they sound great!

Getting a Mazda 3 skyactiv.  already have Mazda 6 which I love, time to get something slightly smaller.

Want a 2013 manufacture so has to be ordered then shipped.  Last time we bought a new mazda they gave us a live update and we tracked the car right through the manufacturing process then onto the ship to Fremantle, even invited us to the dock to see it unloaded!!!!!!! it was a very personal service, felt like we already knew the car before we got it!!
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 12, 2013, 03:46:27 am
Exciting GHM.......... What colour did you choose?  :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 12, 2013, 08:32:40 am
That is a really cool thing GHM. Very exciting.
Maddy love those canisters.
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Post by: Halex on January 12, 2013, 08:49:45 am
I have completed, well nearly completed 2 days without shopping, only food, great effort H :) no books, no toys, no gadgets, no mags, nothing ;D

Last shopping day thursday :) today s saturday, so 2 days!!
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Post by: goldfish on January 12, 2013, 08:56:53 am
Watch out for withdrawal symptoms coming, Hally!! :)
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Post by: JulieO on January 12, 2013, 09:37:11 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 12, 2013, 03:12:30 am
So many members are getting the pizza maker, they sound great!

Getting a Mazda 3 skyactiv.  already have Mazda 6 which I love, time to get something slightly smaller.

Want a 2013 manufacture so has to be ordered then shipped.  Last time we bought a new mazda they gave us a live update and we tracked the car right through the manufacturing process then onto the ship to Fremantle, even invited us to the dock to see it unloaded!!!!!!! it was a very personal service, felt like we already knew the car before we got it!!

That is exciting.  I bet you can't wait for it now.  ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 12, 2013, 11:11:11 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 12, 2013, 08:56:53 am
Watch out for withdrawal symptoms coming, Hally!! :)

I know already planning shopping monday :) will be at the apple store for cps film making course, so after will have morning tea & a little look :)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 13, 2013, 12:38:10 am
The film making for CP sounds great!!

I get to pick up my new iphone 5 tomorrow. My trusty iphone 3 has served its time and will be passed onto DD.  I think i will have a shopping free day today!!
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Post by: obbie on January 13, 2013, 12:49:30 am
I am at the beach, shopping tomorrow :)
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Post by: Halex on January 13, 2013, 01:03:26 am
Yes GHM, looking forward to it :)
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Post by: JulieO on January 13, 2013, 04:13:12 am
I've started Unsubscribing to the email newsletters from kitchenware places as they come in now.  :o

I think I'm getting towards the end of things that I need, though it won't stop me searching for something if I really need it.   ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2013, 04:17:11 am
Good idea Julie, if there's something that you still need you are bound to read about it on here  ;)
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Post by: goldfish on January 13, 2013, 04:31:25 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 13, 2013, 04:13:12 am
I've started Unsubscribing to the email newsletters from kitchenware places as they come in now.  :o

I think I'm getting towards the end of things that I need, though it won't stop me searching for something if I really need it.   ;D

An excellent idea, JulieO   . . I might follow suit as I've noticed I've just taken to deleting these as they come in rather than reading them . . .
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 13, 2013, 06:27:21 am
Well we went out shopping g this morning for a new outdoor setting for our alfresco area .
We bought one and then were told it came with a free gas pizza oven on a stand !!!!
I couldn't stop laughing to myself as my black pizza maker jus arrived on Friday and I already have a red Italian brand pizza maker.
Maybe I will do a Hally and show DH my new "Fritatta" maker as I forgot to tell him I had ordered it.   ;) LOL
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Post by: obbie on January 13, 2013, 06:49:20 am
hahahahahah
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Post by: mcmich on January 13, 2013, 07:46:00 am
That's so funny MF.  ;D
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Post by: kt2 on January 13, 2013, 07:46:25 am
LOL!!  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on January 13, 2013, 07:48:37 am
Oops lol
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Post by: cookie1 on January 13, 2013, 07:50:28 am
Hally I think you need to shift.                    Further away from the shops.  :) :) :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 13, 2013, 08:45:20 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 13, 2013, 07:46:00 am
That's so funny MF.  ;D

Totally unbelievable  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2013, 08:48:05 am
You could have pizzas coming out of your ears MF - the biggest pizza party in the neighbourhood?
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 13, 2013, 08:54:25 am
Have decided to give it to DS2 Judy as we don't need it and as you know I already have 2 pizza machines. Giving my red pizza machine to DD1 so she is happy.  DD2 has a pizza oven and DS1 makes his on pizza stones in the oven so there won't be any problems over who is getting what ;) I hope  :o
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 13, 2013, 09:09:35 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 13, 2013, 04:31:25 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 13, 2013, 04:13:12 am
I've started Unsubscribing to the email newsletters from kitchenware places as they come in now.  :o

I think I'm getting towards the end of things that I need, though it won't stop me searching for something if I really need it.   ;D

An excellent idea, JulieO   . . I might follow suit as I've noticed I've just taken to deleting these as they come in rather than reading them . . .
Me too. Great idea.

Lol MF. That is so funny ;D
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Post by: Halex on January 13, 2013, 09:13:59 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 13, 2013, 07:50:28 am
Hally I think you need to shift.                    Further away from the shops.  :) :) :)

No cookie, love garden city :)
Interested to see the big expansion programme :) the otherside to us :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 13, 2013, 10:41:29 am
I fully understand Hally.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 13, 2013, 10:50:11 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 13, 2013, 04:13:12 am
I've started Unsubscribing to the email newsletters from kitchenware places as they come in now.  :o

I think I'm getting towards the end of things that I need, though it won't stop me searching for something if I really need it.   ;D

I've unsubscribed from most of my shopping websites too....
Who needs newsletters when we've got "The SHOPPING Thread"!
If it wasn't for this thread I wouldn't have a pizza maker, calippo ice cream holders, various cake tins, spatulas, cheese strainer, silicone teacup cupcake moulds....., and the list goes on!
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 13, 2013, 11:02:44 am
I hav started doing the same thing. I'm sick of getting heaps of useless emails, and not being able to find the ones I want!
I bought myself a secondhand Sunbeam Gelateria Icecream maker today off Gumtree. I have given it a good clean and now just have to decide what to make first. My old Icecream maker bowl was no longer freezing properly, and I have been eying off new ones. I can happily ditch it now I have replaced it with a compressor model. The bonus was that DH drove us over to get it, he paid for it and then took us all down to the foreshore to the Greek Festival and bought dinner. :)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/13/sezahyqy.jpg)
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Post by: courton on January 13, 2013, 11:08:10 am
Just bought microfibre tea towel off eBay. Can't wait to try it.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 13, 2013, 11:11:12 am
Quote from: courton on January 13, 2013, 11:08:10 am
Just bought microfibre tea towel off eBay. Can't wait to try it.

Great minds...I found some in a shop and bought some yesterday for my mum and I :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2013, 11:36:22 am
What a lovely day you had ES, did the rain spoil the festival - that was the one at Semaphore wasn't it?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 13, 2013, 11:45:23 am
Yes it was. We were there in the early evening after all the rain, and it was full of people. There were Greek bands playing, and as we were leaving, there was Greek dancing. However, if we go again I won't wear white pants while I eat  delicious spit roasted lamb on my lap ;)
 I did get very wet at the farmers market this morning, but I didnt mind as I'm so happy that the garden finally got a good soaking. It has been so hot lately and we have been without rain for such a long time.
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2013, 11:50:59 am
I never grizzle about wet days, we always seem to need them in SA.  The next time you visit Semaphore, try fish and chips from Sotos Fish shop on Semaphore Road - love that  shop for our occasional junk food treat.
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Post by: Meagan on January 13, 2013, 01:40:24 pm
Looks good ES what is the capacity?
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Post by: obbie on January 13, 2013, 06:40:24 pm
love ebay ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 14, 2013, 03:09:09 am
Quote from: courton on January 13, 2013, 11:08:10 am
Just bought microfibre tea towel off eBay. Can't wait to try it.

I'll be interested to hear how they go.
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Post by: obbie on January 14, 2013, 03:29:53 am
bought heaps of new clothes boxes for the kids for all of us, lunch boxes too
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 04:18:54 am
What's a clothes box Robyn?  Don't you have wardrobes?
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Post by: courton on January 14, 2013, 05:22:43 am
Will let you know cookie. Ordered it off UK site since they had a better selection of colours than the australian one.
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Post by: Emme on January 14, 2013, 08:42:29 am
Quote from: courton on January 13, 2013, 11:08:10 am
Just bought microfibre tea towel off eBay. Can't wait to try it.
I like them Courton, very absorbent, will be looking to buy some more in the future

Marie
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 09:29:06 am
Now might not be the time to mention I saw some microfibre sish cloths and tea towels at The Reject Shop....may not be the same quality as yours though Courton...but might be worth a try at the price.
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Post by: courton on January 14, 2013, 10:23:52 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/14/4avetu8a.jpg)

I chose the white and aquamarine coloured ones. Aren't they pretty?
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 10:25:29 am
Quote from: courton on January 14, 2013, 10:23:52 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/14/4avetu8a.jpg)

I chose the white and aquamarine coloured ones. Aren't they pretty?

They are much much prettier than the beige and white ones at the Reject Shop! I would've chosen the aquamarine ones too :)
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Post by: courton on January 14, 2013, 10:28:03 am
Cost me $12.60 for 4 tea towels including postage!
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 10:29:20 am
Quote from: courton on January 14, 2013, 10:28:03 am
Cost me $12.60 for 4 tea towels including postage!

That's great for lovely colours and pretty polka dots :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 10:52:39 am
I've never seen microfibre tea towels - are they better driers than say waffle, linen or terry towelling? 
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 10:57:16 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 10:52:39 am
I've never seen microfibre tea towels - are they better driers than say waffle, linen or terry towelling? 

I haven't used them in the kitchen yet, but when DD was little I used to use a microfibre towel to dry her after a bath as it was so much more absorbent, I could dry her more quickly than with a regular towelling one. I'm hoping my dishes dry quickly like DD :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 10:59:11 am
I'm sure they will Jamberie, hope you don't have to wait long for them to arrive.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 14, 2013, 11:00:45 am
I use microfiber cloths in the kitchen and for cleaning they are great, I have two bamboo fibre tea towels they are fabulous so absorbent .
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Post by: cookie1 on January 14, 2013, 11:01:56 am
Love the colours and also the price.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 11:03:48 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 10:59:11 am
I'm sure they will Jamberie, hope you don't have to wait long for them to arrive.

I've already got mine,  I bought them from The Reject Shop (a discount shop, not reject goods) a few days ago and just waiting until I wash them before I use them....but I might be waiting a while, depending on when I do the washing  :D
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on January 14, 2013, 11:00:45 am
I use microfiber cloths in the kitchen and for cleaning they are great, I have two bamboo fibre tea towels they are fabulous so absorbent .

I'm glad to hear they are good as I also bought some for my mum & she's super fussy!
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 11:06:57 am
I didn't realise you had bought them, thought you were only telling us you had seen them in the Reject Shop Jamberie. 
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Post by: courton on January 14, 2013, 11:11:19 am
Judy, it is meant to be really good for cleaning glasses..no lint.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 11:23:00 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 11:06:57 am
I didn't realise you had bought them, thought you were only telling us you had seen them in the Reject Shop Jamberie. 

They are a little bit smaller than regular tea towels but as they dry so quickly I guess they don't need to be too big. The pink ones are face-washer/flannel sized but have a very light mesh on one side to help with tougher marks.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/14/y9u8a4uj.jpg)

But I still like the polka dots more!
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 12:12:26 pm
I wouldn't mind a couple just for glasses, it is so hard to get them lint free, especially those you have trouble getting your fingers into.  They look quite OK to me Jamberie.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 12:17:52 pm
I think they were about $4 for 2 or 4, I can't remember exactly, so I figured I couldn't go wrong at that price. Have you got a Reject Shop near you?
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 01:49:10 pm
I'm not sure Jamberie, I know there is one near my SIL and I can check out the shopping centre when I pick my glasses up next week sometime.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 14, 2013, 02:02:49 pm
Hi Courton, can you post the ebay link for the tea towels???
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 14, 2013, 02:18:18 pm
 
Quote from: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 11:23:00 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 11:06:57 am
I didn't realise you had bought them, thought you were only telling us you had seen them in the Reject Shop Jamberie.

They are a little bit smaller than regular tea towels but as they dry so quickly I guess they don't need to be too big. The pink ones are face-washer/flannel sized but have a very light mesh on one side to help with tougher marks.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/14/y9u8a4uj.jpg)

But I still like the polka dots more!

Yay off to the Reject Shop I go ... I have 4 like the pink ones and would love more :)
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Post by: andiesenji on January 14, 2013, 05:42:50 pm
I've been using microfiber towels for many years.
They were first marketed for washing cars - because of the super absorption  then someone had a bright idea and began selling them at dog shows for drying wet dogs after washing or if they got wet in the rain - or their feet got wet from dew-laden grass.
I had some of these and found they were perfect for drying my hair, and I still use them as my hair is very long.

Only after all that did they become a household item for windows, drying china and glasses, etc., and they were usually a not-too attractive bright yellow - what we here call "school-bus yellow"  or an off white that always looked a bit dirty because apparently the early stuff did not take some colors evenly. 
They are very popular in professional kitchens because they do dry rapidly so less energy needed when they are laundered.

They wear well, I still have some of the first ones I bought nearly twenty years ago (the yellow ones) which are stained and a bit ratty looking but still absorbent. 
The older ones did stain easily and regular bleach would not take out the stains but the oxygen-type bleaches (Oxy-Clean) would.  Tea and coffee stains are the most persistent and have to be washed out with cold water as rapidly as possible or they are permanent. 
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Post by: courton on January 14, 2013, 08:35:50 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Microfibre-Polka-Dot-Kitchen-Tea-Towels-/200683339581?ssPageName=ADME:L:OU:AU:316

Hope the link works!

Thanks for the detailed explanation andiesenji.
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Post by: Emme on January 14, 2013, 08:44:58 pm
I was given 2 dark (almost black) ones for Christmas, I had never heard of them before.  Mine are the Ladelle brand and I think they do dry better than others I have tried.  They dry glasses very well.  I love them and will be looking for more. Mine do look different from those in the photo. Will see if I can get a photo of mine.  I was also given some bamboo ones but I am finding that whilst they dry well they go quite stiff when wet. 

Marie
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Post by: obbie on January 14, 2013, 09:03:45 pm
I bought the black pizza machine :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 14, 2013, 09:10:53 pm
Yippee Robyn.
I was wondering how long it would take you  ;D
I am going to make a Fritatta tonight. Wondering how it will compare to making it stovetop then oven..
Hope you are enjoying your holiday
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Post by: Halex on January 14, 2013, 09:12:20 pm
Well done Obbie ;)

Hoping my machine arrives today. Oohh let me k ow MF what you think.
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Post by: obbie on January 14, 2013, 09:18:01 pm
now i like

POK
everten online
tvsn ;D
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Post by: Emme on January 14, 2013, 09:20:43 pm
That is great Obbie, you will love it

Marie
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 14, 2013, 09:23:42 pm
Hope yours arrives today Hally  :)

I love the fact that I don't need to heat up my large oven in this weather.
I am sure it will be just as good in the Fritatta machine  ;D
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Post by: obbie on January 14, 2013, 09:25:01 pm
DH said yesterday, what took me so long to buy it
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 14, 2013, 09:52:56 pm
Well done Robyn. Can't believe it took you so long but glad you did. Will it arrive home before you do?
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Post by: obbie on January 14, 2013, 10:54:02 pm
hope so, or by Monday next week.
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Post by: Halex on January 15, 2013, 02:40:30 am
At the shops now :D

Just popped into myer & saw Kezza (nice)  bought a couple  of le creseut dishes, went to house bought a baccarat wok & spatula, now in  boring atheletes foot looking for shoes for cp.

Cos feet are huge, just tuned 9 last month

6 1/2 width E!!!! His trainers cost me $169!!!
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Post by: mcmich on January 15, 2013, 06:03:13 am
Just as well I am back at work today - the last few days have I have been shopping up a storm.

Over the weekend and yesterday have purchased 2 pairs of colarados for DH. A pair of shoes for me. Myers had Cassa Domani pasta sets in lattice for $11.95 bought 3 sets to put away (we are always contributing to gift baskets at work for girls getting married etc). The Best of Bill cookbook $16.99 at the Post office. A small sewing machine for card making. Several different individual flan tins, T.V. from Aldi, an electric jug, school supplies for DSD and a microwave oven for DS as he is moving house.  WHEW!!!!


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 15, 2013, 06:14:02 am
Great shopping everyone.  I stumbled across touch lamps today and they are all I need to finish off DH's bedroom.  Only problem was that the shopkeeper only had 1 in stock and there's no way I would be going all the way back to Marion to pick up the second one.  The nice man is going to deliver both of them to my door when they come in later this week - well I hope he does, he has 1/3 of the money as deposit so not a great loss if he doesn't.  Picked up a little blouse for myself during my wanderings as well.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 15, 2013, 06:33:12 am
Oh oh Peters is at it again. http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=374

Cheapest I have ever seen this pasta maker.

Gett
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 15, 2013, 06:42:15 am
What a bargain that is Gert. I'm glad I have an electric pasta maker already. Every thing I buy now cuts into my Hawaii money.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on January 15, 2013, 07:06:59 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on January 14, 2013, 02:18:18 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 14, 2013, 11:23:00 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 11:06:57 am
I didn't realise you had bought them, thought you were only telling us you had seen them in the Reject Shop Jamberie.

They are a little bit smaller than regular tea towels but as they dry so quickly I guess they don't need to be too big. The pink ones are face-washer/flannel sized but have a very light mesh on one side to help with tougher marks.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/14/y9u8a4uj.jpg)

But I still like the polka dots more!

Yay off to the Reject Shop I go ... I have 4 like the pink ones and would love more :)


I bought a 1kg bag of microfibre cloths from Bunnings.  I think it cost me about $15.oo.  I chose a pack that looked like good cloths.  All are hemmed etc and have the brand Alsco on them (so I figure they are made for the rental market and have to cope with the huge laundries Alsco have :)  ).  I think they are made up as teatowels.  A really close look showed very minor 'faults'.  But they work as well as the high priced ones.  A previous pack I bought had lots of different sizes and many patterned or floral ones.  They are nice in the kitchen or bathroom.
I figure I can cope with the minor faults for around 50c each.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 15, 2013, 07:10:04 am
that newsletter from POK just landed in my inbox, I am tempted..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 15, 2013, 07:30:29 am
Overview has lots of microfiber cloths of various sizes. I find the 30X60 perfectly satisfactory for drying dishes and especially the plastics and they are only $2.50 and last forever.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 15, 2013, 07:37:59 am
I believe microfibre cloths are handy in the fridge crisper too   
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: rainbow on January 15, 2013, 08:21:15 am
I have just bought a new seal and butterfly blade for Thelma and also a bag so she is safe when we go travelling 😄😃
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 15, 2013, 08:27:25 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 15, 2013, 07:37:59 am
I believe microfibre cloths are handy in the fridge crisper too 
I'll have to try that
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 15, 2013, 08:40:49 am
Quote from: rainbow on January 15, 2013, 08:21:15 am
I have just bought a new seal and butterfly blade for Thelma and also a bag so she is safe when we go travelling 😄😃
Lucky Thelma :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bonsai on January 15, 2013, 09:00:05 am
Just noticed that peters of Kensington have marcato atlas pasta machines for $38.00!   Quick, have to order by Thursday
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 15, 2013, 10:10:32 am
Quote from: Bonsai on January 15, 2013, 09:00:05 am
Just noticed that peters of Kensington have marcato atlas pasta machines for $38.00!   Quick, have to order by Thursday

We've had ours for around about 15years and it is still great.....just in case anyone needed a little bit of persuading  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 15, 2013, 08:42:12 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2ceea1ccb6ff965b55dc8781d417e7d0.jpg)

I've had this tin sitting in my shopping cart at Amazon for ages, but of course it couldn't be shipped to an Australian address.....so.....I used a mail forwarding service in the U.S.,  (myus.com)...and it's on it's way  ;)
As well as pastel candy corn (just can't get it here).  Wanting it for Easter pops

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b27f40f606cb6a4e85999ccbd8d96278.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7e4a315d78581d0018f86ed820e2db99.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a4eee5b1cc02d6ce1a8b1be1d3f926a2.jpg)

And bought 2 x 8.5L containers for flours. 

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0240a1ea24c4d4fc4a1d19ecdfdd4123.jpg)

They were 50% off, so $7.49 each.   The checkout didn't register them on special, so as per Woolies policy, I got 1 for free  :D
So $7.49 for the 2  (http://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/yes/t2724.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/t-yes.php)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 15, 2013, 09:17:57 pm
Ooh I had to come see what Maddy bought..... LOL

Will wait for pics!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 15, 2013, 09:39:52 pm
love the tin Maddy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 16, 2013, 12:17:13 am
Great shopping again maddy - love those checkout errors  ;D

I bought canapé tins from Amazon recently and had no problems with shipping - why was this tin of yours a problem?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 16, 2013, 12:36:31 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 16, 2013, 12:17:13 am
I bought canapé tins from Amazon recently and had no problems with shipping - why was this tin of yours a problem?

because it wasn't stocked & sold from amazon directly.  Certain items are sold and shipped from other stores, so that's when some of them require a U.S. postal address.....not a problem, I have one now  ;)
If goods are in Amazon's warehouse, it's shipped without an issue.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on January 16, 2013, 12:58:31 am
Great buys again Maddy.  I've noticed that the postage from Amazon has greatly reduced also.  I have bought quite a few things that have been cheaper including postage from them than buying the same article in Oz.  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2013, 01:01:16 am
I have a US address now, too . . . .courtesy of comgateway.com . . . . be interesting to compare some of these services as time goes on, Maddy.

You have to love amazon's tracking facility - order arrived on my doorstep 2 days ago and they're still saying it's in customs . . ;D ;D

it was the folding airing rack that Maddy convinced me I had to have (and I must say, it's brilliant!! - thanks, Maddy!!) . . . . ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on January 16, 2013, 02:00:31 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 15, 2013, 06:33:12 am
Oh oh Peters is at it again. http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=374

Cheapest I have ever seen this pasta maker.

Gett

I've seen those too Gert.  I'm trying to resist, but it just seems like such a brilliant special doesn't it?  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2013, 02:09:25 am
Quote from: Amanda on January 16, 2013, 02:00:31 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 15, 2013, 06:33:12 am
Oh oh Peters is at it again. http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/ViewNewsletter.aspx?ID=374

Cheapest I have ever seen this pasta maker.

Gett

I've seen those too Gert.  I'm trying to resist, but it just seems like such a brilliant special doesn't it?  :o

It IS brilliant isn't it.... And - no - I couldn't resist.... ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 16, 2013, 02:26:55 am
I can also highly recommend Price USA.  http://www.pusa.com.au
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on January 16, 2013, 02:48:03 am
Mich, would be interested with your experience with com gateway...I used them a year ago and was not impressed with them.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2013, 02:59:34 am
Quote from: courton on January 16, 2013, 02:48:03 am
Mich, would be interested with your experience with com gateway...I used them a year ago and was not impressed with them.
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Ouch!! What was it that you weren't happy with, Courton?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 16, 2013, 03:35:53 am
Price USA respond to emails practically straight away
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2013, 03:51:07 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 16, 2013, 02:26:55 am
I can also highly recommend Price USA.  http://www.pusa.com.au

Thanks, CP - have made a note of that for future reference . . . :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on January 16, 2013, 03:54:36 am
Did not respond to emails and phone calls. Took a very long time to send the goods

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 16, 2013, 04:31:12 am
Spent a lot of money at the pet shop this morning....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on January 16, 2013, 04:43:44 am
Can someone tell me how these USA addresses work and what extra charges are involved?  I have been going to purchase something only to find they won't sell outside USA. This is probably the way around that.  ;D

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2013, 04:49:42 am
WEST AUSTRALIANS. Yes I did shout. I have just walked in the door and thought I would let you know before I unpack the shopping.
I went to Kitchen Warehouse for a look around this morning and they had Chookie's chip maker. The very best thing was when I paid for it it was only $15. I was very happy. Will post a photo of my purchases later. I bought mine at the Cannington Kitchen Warehouse.

Happy happy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Persistenttiger on January 16, 2013, 04:59:02 am
Quote from: deedub on January 16, 2013, 04:31:12 am
Spent a lot of money at the pet shop this morning....

What did you buy?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 16, 2013, 05:05:41 am
Quote from: Persistenttiger on January 16, 2013, 04:59:02 am
Quote from: deedub on January 16, 2013, 04:31:12 am
Spent a lot of money at the pet shop this morning....

What did you buy?
Bought dog food, doggie treats, ID tag, pooh bag holder, & flea/worm treatments for the cat. We adopted a dog yesterday....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2013, 05:06:26 am
Quote from: Emme on January 16, 2013, 04:43:44 am
Can someone tell me how these USA addresses work and what extra charges are involved?  I have been going to purchase something only to find they won't sell outside USA. This is probably the way around that.  ;D

Marie

I'm new to this, Marie .. Someone like CP or Maddy could explain it better. Basically, you go to the chosen providers website, follow the bouncing ball so to speak to create an account.  They will then advise you of the address to use for your purchases.

Go to say Amazon, etc and if the wont ship internationally , have them mail it to you At the US address given.

From what I understand when the agent receives your parcel they email you with the next step to be taken.

This is my first experience which is still "in the middle "... Will let you know how things turn out with this particular agent.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2013, 06:11:35 am
DH gave me some money for Christmas for girls Bunnings. I went to Kitchen Warehouse this morning and had a bit of fun. I managed to get some Freekah there too. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/16/4eza6asy.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on January 16, 2013, 07:08:54 am
Thanks GF, will be interested to hear how it turns out for you  :)

Cookie you would have had a fun time at the Kitchen Warehouse, I love those sort of shops.  I think my DH would pay them not to let me in   :D ;D

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 16, 2013, 07:09:14 am
Great shopping cookie, let ne know if your using the chip machine soon & I will motivate  myself to do so too :)

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 16, 2013, 07:26:50 am
Lovely "goodies" Cookie,I bet you are smiling at your bargains ;) ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 16, 2013, 08:37:14 am
I went to the city shopping today ... 
got some underwear for all (and my bra are too small  >:( so will have to take them back)  :-))
Some cute clothes for the girls  :D
A jumpsuit and some wraps for the baby  :) (Awwwwwwww so tiny and cute)  ;)
Some new shoes for DH...and he even likes them!!  ;D Bonus!  ;D
1/2 a lamb (killed etc, ready to cook obviously) for $5.99/kg  :)
Thermos brand thermos's and drinkbottles (on 1/2 price special)  ;D for school lunches etc
... then we went to a bulk catering place.....  :o :-)) :-\ ;D
Ummmmmm got too much stuff to mention, tho I will say I got a few pre-prepared foods to try to work out how they are made to do my own - how rude is that?   :-))  :-\
And took a note of what they had frozen for ideas for do ahead stuff for the freezer  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 16, 2013, 08:48:57 am
Lovely buys cookie. Is that the chip maker?
Astarra, what color baby wraps?? Hint hint??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on January 16, 2013, 10:06:21 am
This is part of the 1kg bag of microfibre towels I got .
The white with green stripe, ALSCO branded ones are a small teatowel size.  And dry really well
Several 'pretty' ones are in the wash.  I have been using them in the bathroom.
The dark pink one is quite large and will be used in the car.
 50c each was the best price I have seen, even from the cheap stores

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/734677_10151344047348291_796277808_n.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 16, 2013, 10:13:02 am
Good one Rosie. right price for sure. Where did you get them?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on January 16, 2013, 10:21:42 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 16, 2013, 10:13:02 am
Good one Rosie. right price for sure. Where did you get them?

Gert
This lot was from Bunnings, but I have seen them in Big W as well.  Just a big bag of microfibre cloths. 
I chose these as I could see the ALSCO label and figured if they can cope with the treatment ALSCO give their rental stuff they would do me.  It was almost all tea towels in this bag.
Some bags have a lot more variation.  I have a couple from a prev lot the size of bath towels.  With tiny tiny flaws like a pulled thread or a blotch of colour where it shouldn't be.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2013, 12:07:48 pm
Yes Kimmy it is the chip maker. The chips are lovely. Quite healthy really as it is only potato and a tiny bit of salt.

Rosie my DH came home with 25 microfibre cloths from Bunnings.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 16, 2013, 11:20:52 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on January 16, 2013, 08:48:57 am
Lovely buys cookie. Is that the chip maker?
Astarra, what color baby wraps?? Hint hint??

LOL - grey, red and white stripes...and the wraps were white with grey patterns.... ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 16, 2013, 11:27:53 pm
That gives nothing away astarra  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 17, 2013, 02:56:38 am
No clues there at all.
You are clever Astarra.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 17, 2013, 03:01:39 am
I don't think Astarra can find out the sex this early  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 04:22:43 am
Quote from: Yvette on January 17, 2013, 03:01:39 am
I don't think Astarra can find out the sex this early  ;)

hehehe I am 17 and 1/2 weeks Yvette....  :-X  ;)  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 17, 2013, 04:27:57 am
So have you found out Astarra? Or are you going too?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 04:30:03 am
We were given an indication at our 12week scan  (very experienced sonographer) but will be getting a recheck on 31st..... 2 weeks to wait!! We still are not sure if we will be telling when we know for sure or not tho......  :-X  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 17, 2013, 04:43:03 am
I knew what we were having at `12 weeks. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 04:47:56 am
 :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2013, 04:53:14 am
A baby :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 04:55:23 am
LOL cookie - I certainly hope so!  :D
And only 1!!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 17, 2013, 05:01:20 am
My DD1 and DS 1 both found out with all of theirs but DD2 liked the surprise of not knowing with her 4. DS 2 did the same as he loved the element of surprise when DD2 had hers. I must admit I liked the surprise element too  :D
A healthy baby is all that matters  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 17, 2013, 05:01:42 am
You can tell us Astarra we wont tell anyone  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 05:17:51 am
Except that one of my SILs come on here as a guest.....  ;)

We didnt find out with the first 2, did with Miss2, and DH wants to again.  There are positives and negatives both ways, We both don't mind whatever we have as long as it is alive!!  :)
If this baby is a male it will need more prep but if it is a female we should have everything we need!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 17, 2013, 05:27:06 am
So not such a 'surprise' package then Astarra?  ;)
I'm looking at freezers online... and measuring up space in the laundry. Just thinking about it at this stage.....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 17, 2013, 07:58:41 am
Going to make some Tiny Teddies :) when these one arrive.....

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 08:00:24 am
They are gorgeous Jamberie...I shouldn't have looked!!  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 17, 2013, 08:02:23 am
Quote from: astarra on January 17, 2013, 08:00:24 am
They are gorgeous Jamberie...I shouldn't have looked!!  :-))

$2.50 inc postage......glad you looked now :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 08:05:27 am
Yep, now exreemly interested.  :-))
Do you have a link? TIA  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 17, 2013, 08:25:14 am
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3pcs-Teddy-Bear-Cookie-Mould-Cutter-Cake-Decorating-Icing-Sugar-Tool-/110862638444?pt=AU_WeddingSupplies&hash=item19cfed9d6c&_uhb=1

There you go  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 17, 2013, 08:26:02 am
Thanx.  :-*
... And ordered.  :-))  :D
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 17, 2013, 09:36:58 am
Quote from: astarra on January 17, 2013, 08:26:02 am
Thanx.  :-*
... And ordered.  :-))  :D

Always happy to help :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: rostess on January 17, 2013, 09:54:54 am
Did anyone end up ordering the pasta maker from POK? I've wanted one for a while so have ordered one. Even with the $25 postage to perth it was still a bargain at $63! I felt very chuffed when I saw one in kitchen warehouse today for $180 😃
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 17, 2013, 10:25:08 am
Yep - me . . ;D  and also one as a gift.  $7 shipping . . .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: rostess on January 17, 2013, 10:39:34 am
$7!? I picked one up at kitchen warehouse today and they are pretty heavy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on January 17, 2013, 11:09:01 am
Just bought 2 of them - couldn't resist such a great price.  Will give one either to my daughter or save it as a gift for my best friend.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 17, 2013, 01:12:53 pm
I bought a whopper aluminium (I think) baking tray for wood fired oven. Looks like a commercial one. Also an Anna Chandler front door mat which is really wide (um about 1.5m wide - damn a cockcroach ran in when I opened the door to look at its size  >:()
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on January 17, 2013, 08:47:08 pm
Spent hours in town yesterday with the kids getting their school clothes, shoes, pencil cases, drink bottles etc etc. I was totally stuffed by the time we got home.
I did manage to buy myself a new handbag, I wanted a smaller one just to fit my purse and mobile and no cigarettes ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on January 18, 2013, 01:23:46 am
Yay Dede!
I made a quick visit to the shopping centre this morning with a reluctant child in need of new school shoes. Made a quick detour to a cook shop on the way and got a flan dish and a small scan pan frypan, plus a paring knife. Unfortunately the delivery of the knife was delayed and will have to return to pick it up, this time (hopefully) without the reluctant child:)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/18/evagydyv.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 18, 2013, 01:52:58 am
maybe we should get a commission, as so many of us keep buying stuff from kitchen sites.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 18, 2013, 02:07:45 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/18/jy3unupa.jpg)

2 deliveries this morning yippee
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 02:15:05 am
Just bought this . . .The Bakers Secret - Loose Base Dessert Pan - makes 12

http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Bakers-Secret-Loose-Base-Dessert-Pan-12-Cup.aspx

(Sorry! I haven't mastered the art of putting those pix from other sites on here!  Any instructions made of words of not more than one syllable would be very much appreciated!!) ;D

I'm now off to join Shoppers Anonymous who, I believe, once you join, put a lock with no password on this thread!!!! :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 18, 2013, 02:20:27 am
Those silicon moulds look great, and now you have heaps to make up some Popsicles for all the GK's. I've got that book also, and its very good. I use that one plus the WW PC book a lot.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 18, 2013, 02:21:37 am
Has your outdoor setting and pizza oven been delivered yet MF?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 18, 2013, 02:39:00 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 18, 2013, 02:20:27 am
Those silicon moulds look great, and now you have heaps to make up some Popsicles for all the GK's. I've got that book also, and its very good. I use that one plus the WW PC book a lot.

Funnily enough CP  my WW PC book arrived yesterday so now I have lots of new recipes to try out in my new toy. Kids will love the Popsicles too.

Kimmyh I had to call the store just 20 mins ago as hadn't heard from them. They said between 12and 4. Bad customer service as I thought they would have called me first thing to give me a time.
9 year old GD needs picking up as DD is working and my GD has been called into work on her day off starting at 12.30  as they are down one of the chefs in a la carte. Will pick him up just before 12 so I am home for 12 although no doubt they will either come while I am out or come at 4 grrrrrrr
I shouldn't be negative but I have a feeling........
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2013, 02:51:18 am
Gosh, those icy pole thingies arrived quickly! I hope mine arrive soon before the hot weather leaves!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 18, 2013, 02:53:04 am
I think we all ordered them around the same time Jamberie so yours should come Monday if not today.  :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2013, 03:00:27 am
Yay! That's great Mama Fergie.

I went clothes shopping for my mum today....she didn't find anything, but I did :o
3 tops for work and a skirt...all in less than 10 minutes :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 18, 2013, 03:02:34 am
I do that when I go clothes shopping with my mum LOL

She takes so long looking that I wander off into other shops, buy a few tops and come back and she is still looking  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on January 18, 2013, 03:43:42 am
Wow! This thread really is dangerous. I've only read four pages and already I NEED sandwich cutters and calipso moulds!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 18, 2013, 03:48:10 am
this thread is really good, great ideas... ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2013, 05:01:40 am
Nah! I think it is dangerous. I've bought Chookie's chip maker ( which is marvellous), the icecream cone maker, ( haven't tried it yet) and now know that I must go out and buy a waffle maker as I saw a savoury waffle on Tenina's site. The recipe will be in her new blog.
This is all in the last couple of days. Not to mention all the things I needed earlier. It is such fun.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 18, 2013, 05:03:39 am
Very dangerous but fun  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 05:07:37 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 18, 2013, 05:01:40 am
. Not to mention all the things I needed earlier. It is such fun.

The head honchos at Shoppers Anonymous (Compulsive Branch) have contacted me wanting to know if I can point them to the whereabouts of certain perpetrators going by the names of "Maddy" and also one, "Gertbysea" who, it seems, likes to have fun  by PoKing us!!   ;) ;) ;D ;D

BTW - many thanks to the both of you!! Cookie's right - a whole lot of fun!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 18, 2013, 05:35:57 am
....life will be less dangerous for moi as of next Wed - school resumes = less time shopping as a result of this very thread!!!!! (http://www.myemoticons.com/images/hobbies-leisure/shopping/shopping-spree.gif)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 05:41:13 am
 ;D ;D  I have to wait until the 29th for a similar safety net, Johnro!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 18, 2013, 05:46:42 am
I am tempted by the chip machine but would like to try them first  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 18, 2013, 05:50:33 am
....until then it will be  - (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v738/LadyFire/Thank%20You%20gifs/thanks4that05.gif)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 18, 2013, 05:54:18 am
Yvette why did you mention that very item that I have researched and discovered that Everten (http://www.everten.com.au/Mastrad-Crisp-Maker-2pc-Set.html) have them - not at Cookie's price though  :)  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2013, 05:55:39 am
I was amazed at the chip machine. Even without salt or anything they still tasted lovely. They crisp up beautifully. Like very old fashioned crisps.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2013, 05:57:15 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 05:41:13 am
;D ;D  I have to wait until the 29th for a similar safety net, Johnro!!

Me too!!! Less forum time, less shopping :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on January 18, 2013, 05:59:23 am
Mine doesn't go back again til 5th Feb!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 06:04:16 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 18, 2013, 05:55:39 am
I was amazed at the chip machine. Even without salt or anything they still tasted lovely. They crisp up beautifully. Like very old fashioned crisps.

Stop it!!! Stop it, I say!!! ....

  Everten  someone said??..  Hmmm...  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 18, 2013, 06:10:38 am
I must un-subscribe  to Cath Kidston emails  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bd36d653f403da3a8cc983610d05ac2e.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/18e0f44dcdda5122774914b6b1517683.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8858b90ea9392adec05a8775fb6007ff.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/17d8d180ec36259e875762a490bb74ec.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d2569cbe08698fdb8ecb8b051a103c15.jpg)

....and this simply would have been a big mistake to leave it at the dispensary....it was tailored made for me I think   :)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5eb001d31ef607c219cebf6de5dce82a.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2013, 06:12:31 am
omg! I love, love love the pretty stand Maddy! (and everything else is uber cute too!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 06:28:40 am
The cake stand is just gorgeous, Maddy ... As are the others!!!  Well done!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2013, 06:51:44 am
Beautiful Maddy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 18, 2013, 09:10:31 am
(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)...this whole thread has the feel of shopping with an understanding friend (I know that we always spend less in those cases!!!!!!!!) - the only catch it is multiplied by x, depending who happens to be on the thread at the time (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)(http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smileys-and-emoticons/dancing/smileys-dancing-113219.gif) (http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on January 18, 2013, 09:29:25 am
Quote from: johnro on January 18, 2013, 05:54:18 am
Yvette why did you mention that very item that I have researched and discovered that Everten (http://www.everten.com.au/Mastrad-Crisp-Maker-2pc-Set.html) have them - not at Cookie's price though  :)  :)
I know they have them Johnro, I somehow ordered one ??? ??? ???.  This is a bad thread   :D ;D

Marie

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 18, 2013, 09:58:54 am
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 18, 2013, 10:35:34 am
I looked but so far have been good ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 18, 2013, 10:42:11 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on January 18, 2013, 10:35:34 am
I looked but so far have been good ;)

LeaveNOW!!!   Lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 18, 2013, 10:43:11 am
Leaving goodnight all :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2013, 07:28:03 pm
Love the red and green tea towels and the apron. Cath Kidston is hard to resist.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 18, 2013, 10:39:41 pm
Quote from: Emme on January 18, 2013, 09:29:25 am
Quote from: johnro on January 18, 2013, 05:54:18 am
Yvette why did you mention that very item that I have researched and discovered that Everten (http://www.everten.com.au/Mastrad-Crisp-Maker-2pc-Set.html) have them - not at Cookie's price though  :)  :)
I know they have them Johnro, I somehow ordered one ??? ??? ???.  This is a bad thread   :D ;D

Marie



Thats a great price, I paid $49.95 for mine, still in box, must use it :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 18, 2013, 10:59:51 pm
love the cake stand Maddy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 02:18:19 am
....finger slipped yet again, (http://1389blog.com/pix/SmileyShocked.png).....mastrad ordered and while I was there - these Bodum flan dishes were too great a price to pass @ $6.50 and $8.95 (http://www.everten.com.au/images/T/Bodum-Flan-Dish-21S.jpg)(http://www.everten.com.au/images/T/Bodum-Flan-Dish-26S.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 19, 2013, 02:20:10 am
Oh , , ROBYN!!!!!  flan pans you say??  back in a few minutes . . !! ;D ;D

Thank you!! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 02:38:47 am
.....I bet I would be able to virtually find you GF  (http://www.emofaces.com/png/15/smilies/hide%20and%20seek.png)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 19, 2013, 03:07:03 am
*sigh*   
(http://dl8.glitter-graphics.net/pub/1194/1194318xcomu0woe0.jpg) (http://www.glitter-graphics.com)

(but I haven't succumbed to the chip maker . . . . yet!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 19, 2013, 03:46:27 am
maybe soon goldfish, you will have a chip maker
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 19, 2013, 03:48:25 am
Thought I'd try a cheapie biscuit piper before buying the real deal...for $8 I can't go wrong :)
Also bought a rectangular flan tin...2 tops...2 pairs of pants...groceries....and that's all for today. ..unless someone posts something here that I reeeeaaaaallllly need  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 19, 2013, 04:05:26 am
No chip maker here.......yet.
Did buy quick fix in the Thermomix.
Slowly adding to my thermie books ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 19, 2013, 04:17:37 am
Homeware Direct have the Chipmaker for $28.00 (the single tray with the mandoline).
They also have free shipping this weekend  ;D

http://www.homewaresdirect.com.au/index.php/mastrad-topchips-chipmaker-mandoline-1.html
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2013, 04:21:27 am
Mine is just a single tray and so far it has been ok.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2013, 04:21:38 am
Have you ordered and do you intend doing so Katie.  I'll order 2 if you like?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 19, 2013, 04:37:35 am
Depends if my DH is reading the forum (which he sometimes tends to do).
If he isn't lurking, then yes I may have just ordered one  ;) ;)

I was just about to reply to your email and tell you about it and the free shipping.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2013, 04:43:07 am
Thanks Katie, will order one for myself - I love thin chips, especially fat free ones.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 19, 2013, 05:22:12 am
I'm safe!!  Don't have a microwave . . .!!! phew!!   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on January 19, 2013, 05:23:33 am
You can do the same thing with a mandoline and an oven.. Not as quick though
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 19, 2013, 05:24:46 am
Sorry Johnro about mentioning the chip maker  ;)

Thanks for the links girls might order one on Monday at work

What do the chips taste like ladies I am thinking of getting one mainly for DS as he likes light and tangy and salt and vinegar chips. Do you think they taste like the bought ones?




Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2013, 05:26:36 am
When did Johnro say she was going back to work ?
Have just ordered from Everton - chip maker the red one with two trays and mandolin, set of four mini loaf tins, Cookbook Falling Cloudberries (I have the apples for jam which I got from the Salvos in new condition for $2.50 and enjoy very much - wanted her new book) and some other things. Hope DH has to go to Canberra this week, that way he won't be home when they are delivered.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 05:30:56 am
Michele I am touched by your concern at my return to work

(http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/SIOW/laughing%20emoticon.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2013, 06:11:59 am
For those who don't want to buy another gadget, I knew I had seen microwaved chips before and I'm sure this (http://www.food.com/recipe/uncle-bills-microwave-potato-chips-47195) was the recipe.  I have just ordered the chipmaker though because it comes with a mandolin and I would be hopeless at trying to cut even sized chips  :-))  Actually I ordered 2, thought DD might like one too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2013, 06:17:16 am
Doh!! Too late Judy. Never mind - can't wait until delivery.   :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on January 19, 2013, 07:24:22 am
Thanks for the recipe Judy. I already have a mandolin from Tupperware so might give it a go :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on January 19, 2013, 07:27:28 am
Too late Judy,  :D ;D
Johnro, yes we are concerned about your going back to work.  :D ;D ;D.
Mcmich, I ordered the same one as you have. I don't think saying that I have had it for ages in the cupboard will  cut it this time.

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 07:54:37 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 19, 2013, 06:11:59 am
For those who don't want to buy another gadget, I knew I had seen microwaved chips before and I'm sure this (http://www.food.com/recipe/uncle-bills-microwave-potato-chips-47195) was the recipe.  I have just ordered the chipmaker though because it comes with a mandolin and I would be hopeless at trying to cut even sized chips  :-))  Actually I ordered 2, thought DD might like one too.
OH goody another ine in the chip club :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 19, 2013, 08:03:06 am
yeah, the slow cooker, chip machine, mandolin, pizza machine, slow cooker/ pressure cooker machine club.

that we really did not buy...
are we a  cult...... no :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 19, 2013, 09:09:29 am
Oh way to go everyone. LOL
Having very costly repair on my car so no shopping for a VERY long time for me. Major fault found on service and MOT. £1200 estimate.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on January 19, 2013, 11:16:10 am
We bought a new Miele oven today with a free - yep, you guessed it....pizza stone and paddle! That will be very handy now that I have just ordered my frittata/flatbread oven yesterday!  :-)) :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 19, 2013, 11:22:38 am
I can relate to that one kt2  :D
Well now you will just have to make lots of frittata's in your frittata machine  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 11:25:10 am
Quote from: kt2 on January 19, 2013, 11:16:10 am
We bought a new Miele oven today with a free - yep, you guessed it....pizza stone and paddle! That will be very handy now that I have just ordered my frittata/flatbread oven yesterday!  :-)) :D :D

Great which model?

Love my miele :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on January 19, 2013, 11:36:23 am
We got the H5241BP pyrolytic one. Looking forward to getting it Tuesday! I can't wait to try the self clean function on it, took a bit of persuading for DH to agree though as it was an $1000  :o  Happy wife, happy life!!  ;D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 19, 2013, 11:51:41 am
Quote from: Droverjess on January 19, 2013, 09:09:29 am
Having very costly repair on my car so no shopping for a VERY long time for me. Major fault found on service and MOT. £1200 estimate.

Bummer DJ  :(
It's a shame we need them so much...lots of $$$ could be saved.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on January 19, 2013, 12:05:22 pm
Oh no dj bad timing.. :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 19, 2013, 08:20:16 pm
Sure is, thanks Maddy and Frozzie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 09:32:23 pm
Oh DJ - those unexpected expenses are a real pain in the neck - we had a wonderful Christmas expense - termites so $7000 later (not terribly happy given our home is 6yrs old!!!). You will really enjoy using the miele oven kt2. I also have the pyrolytic one - only frustration is having to remove all the shelve hangers - how's that for laziness, I need to count my blessings that oven cleaning is so simple!!!! However I am forever thankful that I purchased the gourmet oven dish for the miele  ;D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 19, 2013, 09:45:50 pm
Is it usual to have a problem with Termites in houses Robyn.We tend to have woodworm problem in this country in older houses.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 09:53:08 pm
Johnro, yes it is a pain taking off all the metal. Just lazy here :)

The door also if you want to clean that with its 3 layers of glass.

What model do you have?

I absolutely love mine & wouldnt buy anything but a miele now.

DJ, bummer about the car. We have just had lots of bills in too >:(
DH mdical bills about $2000, bone scans, mris etc, poor dh sleeping in back brace atm >:(
Pool lights about $600, transformer burnt out, again only 3 yrs old & not used much!!
Pool pump broke yesterday!! Ony replaced last March, hoping warranty covers it. Not happy house only 3 yrs old.
Now were probably have to get an expert out to fit apple tv, we are confused.

Hot today, cant use the pool so of to Serpentine Falls.

Too many sharks to go to the beach.

H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 09:53:17 pm
CC we live beside bush so termites + Australian bush are synonymous - however we had the termite protection installed, unfortunately there is no insurance which covers white ants  :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 09:56:54 pm
....had to pull out all paperwork H to discover model H4271BP SS and found out that the dish is the universal oven dish not gourment - be really careful with the door I actually cracked a corner of 1 layer of glass when putting it back so $1000 later I had a new layer of glass.  Mind you I continued using the oven with 2 glass layers, however for that period of time it was not cool touch - luckily no littlies around!!! Regards miele - took me a time to get used to the soft touch ceran hob but I love the miele dishwasher!!!! :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 19, 2013, 10:03:47 pm
DJ that is not what you needed right now   :(

Hopefully things will improve from now onwards.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 10:05:55 pm
Quote from: johnro on January 19, 2013, 09:56:54 pm
....had to pull out all paperwork H to discover model H4271BP SS and found out that the dish is the universal oven dish not gourment - be really careful with the door I actually cracked a corner of 1 layer of glass when putting it back so $1000 later I had a new layer of glass.  Mind you I continued using the oven with 2 glass layers, however for that period of time it was not cool touch - luckily no littlies around!!!  :)

We have had an accident with the door, dh was too forceful & snapped the black bit off, yes we had the miele man rou d too!! I need to get them roundagain, my cleaning function isnt cleaning properly, the code translated to oven too dirty :o :o :o

How many sets of telescopic runners do you have? We got just one set, but really need 3.


Just looked at miele site, coudnt see your oven, but read that I am meant to have 2 sets of telescopic runners, going to email them. Thats the problem with builing, everything is new so you dont have time to check everything.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 10:44:08 pm
.....given that we built 6yrs ago models have probably changed - I have 1 set telelscopic rummers which are great for the oven dish!!! I actually put water in that dish so that I have a steam oven - works a treat!!!!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 10:45:35 pm
miele oven owners

does anyone have the cookbook for miele ovens, it is $30 on their website.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
No but have been onto their site this morning as a result of our discussions!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 10:58:45 pm
Quote from: johnro on January 19, 2013, 10:44:08 pm
.....given that we built 6yrs ago models have probably changed - I have 1 set telelscopic rummers which are great for the oven dish!!! I actually put water in that dish so that I have a steam oven - works a treat!!!!  :)


good idea, i have a roasting dish with rack, is that what you have?


i have emailed them as I am meant to have moisture plus recipe book & 2 sets of runners.

going to clean oven again & if still not cleaning properly will get the guy out.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: johnro on January 19, 2013, 11:01:09 pm
...this is the 1 I have H, so many uses. (http://www.mieleshop.com.au/is-bin/intershop.static/WFS/Miele-AU-Site/Miele-AU/en_AU/front/L/5559320.jpg) After looking at the site I think my oven is now model H 4412 BP.  At times I wish that the oven had a larger capacity - double oven would be lovely!!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 11:08:06 pm
I thought I had a miele dish, but I think the dish i have must have been with the Beefeater bbq. Its not robust like yours & doesnt say miele. As you can see, never been used.

I do have a rotisserie for the oven, must set that up. I love my 900, can get 2 baking trays side by side. H5981BP is my model.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/20/6yra9a5a.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 19, 2013, 11:23:39 pm
Quote from: Halex on January 19, 2013, 11:08:06 pm
I thought I had a miele dish, but I think the dish i have must have been with the Beefeater bbq. Its not robust like yours & doesnt say miele. As you can see, never been used.

I do have a rotisserie for the oven, must set that up. I love my 900, can get 2 baking trays side by side. H5981BP is my model.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/20/6yra9a5a.jpg)

That's why I bought my Ilve 900 as I use my oven a lot especially when the family comes over.
Wish I had bought Miele instead as the gas hob on Ilve  gives me problems especially if using more than 2 burners.
The oven itself is fine and came with 2 telescopic runners  and rotisserie.
Next home will have Miele for sure  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 11:29:12 pm
Quote from: johnro on January 19, 2013, 11:01:09 pm
...this is the 1 I have H, so many uses. (http://www.mieleshop.com.au/is-bin/intershop.static/WFS/Miele-AU-Site/Miele-AU/en_AU/front/L/5559320.jpg) After looking at the site I think my oven is now model H 4412 BP.  At times I wish that the oven had a larger capacity - double oven would be lovely!!!!

Have been looking at these on the on line shop. I am assuming this doesnt rust?
Might ask for run or my birthday, but wondering if  I really need one :o
What do you use it for?
I have 2 scanpan roasting dishes & lots of Le Creuset, lus cheap ones which I think I will keep just for using in the bbq, & when there stuffed just bin them.

 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 19, 2013, 11:30:20 pm
MF love Miele prducts, german like TM :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 19, 2013, 11:37:39 pm
Definately the way to go.
DS bought a cheapie version of mine and it cooks beautifully and no problems
He wanted mine but now he laughs  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 20, 2013, 12:00:21 am
Yes love German Engineering
TM, think that was a big help with dh agreeing to purchase
VW golf
Miele oven & dishwasher
German dudcted vacuuming
Even olds next door german :) they rre both oer 85 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on January 20, 2013, 12:02:50 am
 ;D obviously made to last  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 12:05:18 am
I've got a bit of German heritage in my blood - hope I am made to last too
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 20, 2013, 12:06:02 am
 ;D
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Post by: johnro on January 20, 2013, 12:19:45 am
...have used the dish for many things - create steam as mentioned above, roasting any larger meat joints - fitted whole ham leg at Christmas, croissants, baking dukkah, great when catering for crowds (we have had events here for up to 80 ppl) - the largest lasagne ever; fabulous for4 kgs of your sticky chicken wings Hally and I could go on.  I put it in the dishwasher to clean - love it!!!!!   :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2013, 03:05:57 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 12:05:18 am
I've got a bit of German heritage in my blood - hope I am made to last too

Me too, on my Mother's side. Irish way back on Dad's side.

Hally you should be able to claim some of your dramas on insurance. The pool problems especially.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 20, 2013, 03:23:21 am
Miele is awesome but could never afford but would always recommend.
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Post by: kt2 on January 20, 2013, 04:48:32 am
I'm happy that I was able to swap my free pizza stone that we got with our oven for a set of shelf runners  ;D ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 20, 2013, 05:23:15 am
my transmitter thingy arrived so I can now Bluetooth from iPad or phone straight to the sound Dock.  The new Bose sound docks come with Bluetooth but this was a much cheaper option to upgrade came from eBay $16 including postage. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/20/enyjejyq.jpg)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 20, 2013, 05:47:58 am
Quote from: kt2 on January 20, 2013, 04:48:32 am
I'm happy that I was able to swap my free pizza stone that we got with our oven for a set of shelf runners  ;D ;D
Yeh good thinking.

Great buy GHM.
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Post by: mcmich on January 20, 2013, 06:06:40 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 12:05:18 am
I've got a bit of German heritage in my blood - hope I am made to last too

Me too JD - my dad came out here from Germany on The Snowy scheme - my Oma with all her faculties passed away in her sleep at 102yrs.
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 06:30:30 am
Way to go Michele - I won't be so lucky I don't think  :-))
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Post by: johnro on January 20, 2013, 08:03:26 am
Judy will the forum cope with the number posts for you by the time you are 102 xx
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 08:33:53 am
What, you reckon I should go for the oldest person on the forum Robyn  :D :D  If I can, I will and I hope there are many others who will be joining me from the 'good old days'.  ;) 
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2013, 08:35:51 am
Love the image Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 09:22:40 am
I'm almost at that point now at times Cookie so at 102 I think I will have to concede it might all be too much for me.
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Post by: johnro on January 20, 2013, 09:33:18 am
...that is sad Judy as you always help us feel so - (http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww173/prestonjjrtr/Funny/SmileyHappyDance.gif)
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Post by: droverjess on January 20, 2013, 09:37:07 am
So sorry Hally about your DH.
Do you have med insurance?

LOL Judy, you are irreplaceable you know.... And on these terms still a young un!

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 20, 2013, 10:51:54 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on January 20, 2013, 05:23:15 am
my transmitter thingy arrived so I can now Bluetooth from iPad or phone straight to the sound Dock.  The new Bose sound docks come with Bluetooth but this was a much cheaper option to upgrade came from eBay $16 including postage. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/20/enyjejyq.jpg)

Des this mean that the transmitter will play songs from your iPad to the sound system?
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 10:58:37 am
We'll have to all learn that song and dance for the retreat Robyn  :D  I promise to be on top of things by then and be able to keep up with all the other energetic people coming.
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Post by: Halex on January 20, 2013, 11:05:42 am
Quote from: Droverjess on January 20, 2013, 09:37:07 am
So sorry Hally about your DH.
Do you have med insurance?
  Yes we do
LOL Judy, you are irreplaceable you know.... And on these terms still a young un!



Thank you DJ,  he has had back issues for a while. Was bedridden for a few weeks 2 years ago.

He is in a little pain daily & they said they could only find out if they did bone scans & mri, so we are keeping positive, but with his mm with bone cancer startingin the same place we thought we should check it all out proerly. 25th feb his appt to see all results :)

Sorry about your car  & mot, we dont have mts here :) i used to dread the mot :-[
H :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 20, 2013, 11:09:32 am
You're not old JD, I don't know how old you really are but I'd say you probably have a long shelf life  ;) (not that anyone is gonna put our JD on the shelf).
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 12:27:42 pm
 I know I'm not that old (66) but I have friends 5 years older than me who still play tennis, travel all over the place etc etc and I'm sure I couldn't keep up with them CP. 
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on January 20, 2013, 01:49:52 pm
Quote
Does this mean that the transmitter will play songs from your iPad to the sound system?


Hi CP yes the Bluetooth thingy means i can play my music from ipad iphone laptop etc and it will go to the sound dock.
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Post by: andiesenji on January 20, 2013, 08:32:45 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 08:33:53 am
What, you reckon I should go for the oldest person on the forum Robyn  :D :D  If I can, I will and I hope there are many others who will be joining me from the 'good old days'.  ;) 

Love your image JD.  I think I have a few years on you.  I remember WWII - I was born in 1939 and started to school in first grade in 1944 when I was five.  I could already read and print so was always a bit ahead of my schoolmates.  I have vivid memories of VE day and VJ day and all the celebrating and the joy that most of my uncles and my daddy would be coming home.  One uncle was killed on Omaha beach and another was shot down at the battle of Midway, otherwise the family did not lose many.  Two of my uncles lost their legs but survived and never really considered themselves "disabled" because they were very active, one returned to competition riding, including jumps and the other returned to driving trotters and pacers in races.  I will be 74 in March...
My best friend is 9 years older than me and still shows her own dogs.  People never believe she is in her 80s, she looks much younger.
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Post by: obbie on January 20, 2013, 08:33:55 pm
Wow Judy you are still young..
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Post by: Halex on January 20, 2013, 10:54:31 pm
Emailed Miele yesterday, replied already, they are sending the items out I should have received.

 :)
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 20, 2013, 10:58:53 pm
Woohoo Hally great news :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 20, 2013, 11:00:49 pm
That's great Hally  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2013, 11:09:04 pm
Thanks for your story Andie, you set the standard for 'mature aged women' on the forum.  I wonder who our oldest member is, would they like to come forward perhaps?

It's great when one phone call results in the outcome you want Hally - why did they not give you these things in the beginning though I wonder?
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Post by: cookie1 on January 21, 2013, 12:44:48 am
I'm not claiming the oldest forum member, not that I want to. I'm 10 years younger than Andie. A 49er. Some days I feel about 100 and others only 30, 40 or 50. It is quite a shock when I look in the mirror with my glasses on and see lots of wrinkles.
A friend once told me that it is only the outside that ages, the inside doesn't.  I don't really care about age very much, in fact I prefer to celebrate it as there is nothing I can do about it. 
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 02:01:57 am
My Silicone Calippo thingies arrived today. Don't ask me why but I smelled one and it smells horrible! There's no way I'm putting food into it smelling like that. They are all currently in the dishwasher & I'm hoping that'll fix them & it was just the smell of the plastic bag they were in...anyone else have the same problem? Anyone have any ideas?
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 21, 2013, 04:36:45 am
My pizza machine arrived today.

Hope you sort the smell out jamberie.
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Post by: obbie on January 21, 2013, 04:47:25 am
mine did too
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 04:53:16 am
Pizzas or frittata's on the menu ladies?  ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 06:48:17 am
2x dishwasher cycles and the smell is a little better. Still not putting food in then yet though...
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Post by: droverjess on January 21, 2013, 06:57:16 am
Try using Milton sterilizing liquid Jamberie then dishwasher again.
Or whatever is for sterilising baby bottles in Australia.
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Post by: andiesenji on January 21, 2013, 07:01:06 am
I've had several silicone things _ egg poachers for one - that  actually stank when they arrived.

I did try the dishwasher but then  soaked them in  water with a lot of baking soda (bicarb)  allowed them to dry completely then put them in a sealed container with a cup of dry baking soda.  (I buy the stuff in the industrial size box because I use so much for cleaning and such.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 21, 2013, 07:12:13 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 04:53:16 am
Pizzas or frittata's on the menu ladies?  ;)
Pizzas and they were delicious. Three rolled out and cooked in 30 minutes. Just call me Jamie Oliver ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 07:14:57 am
 ;D this shopping thread has created lots of new Jamie Oliver's  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 07:27:43 am
Ahhh! Thank you! Yes I have some Miltons somewhere....and I'll double up with the bicarb (I too use it for everything! ) thank you so much for the suggestions, I'll let you know how I go!
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Post by: goldfish on January 21, 2013, 07:55:24 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on January 21, 2013, 07:12:13 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 04:53:16 am
Pizzas or frittata's on the menu ladies?  ;)
Pizzas and they were delicious. Three rolled out and cooked in 30 minutes. Just call me Jamie Oliver ;D

Well done, Jamie O!!!!  :)
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Post by: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:06:48 am
A new thermomix based ebook. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/21/yta4e2yd.jpg) hopefully it will be ok.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 21, 2013, 10:24:22 am
Sounds interesting.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 10:32:23 am
Where did you find it Medusa? It looks good
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 10:38:11 am
Oops! Think I just clicked to buy that one Medusa...it looks like she is the creator of the Magic Bean Cake, so hopefully the other recipes are as good as that one!
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Post by: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:39:37 am
It's a blog I have been reading. http://clevercook.net.au/ (http://clevercook.net.au/). I am quite interested in trying the choc cake made out of kidney beans. I think that recipe is actually on the blog.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 10:41:13 am
Quote from: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:39:37 am
It's a blog I have been reading. http://clevercook.net.au/ (http://clevercook.net.au/). I am quite interested in trying the choc cake made out of kidney beans. I think that recipe is actually on the blog.

It's here http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=10643.0
And it's delicious :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 10:52:22 am
I just bought it too but it hasn't arrived in my email yet  :
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 10:54:45 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 10:52:22 am
I just bought it too but it hasn't arrived in my email yet  :

Me too :(
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Post by: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:57:06 am
I paid last night but had to email her this arvo for a link.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 10:57:40 am
Quote from: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:57:06 am
I paid last night but had to email her this arvo for a link.

Thanks Medusa, I'll do that now :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 21, 2013, 10:59:46 am
I will do the same thanks  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 21, 2013, 11:35:52 am
I saw Alyce's Low Carb book in Dymocks today.
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Post by: goldfish on January 21, 2013, 09:24:33 pm
PoK arrived this morning :)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/ybaze4u9.jpg)
Pasta machine (thanks Gert!) and the 12 cup loose base dessert pan
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 22, 2013, 12:41:32 am
Those loose bases would be good for mini cheesecakes?
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Post by: goldfish on January 22, 2013, 01:10:32 am
That's what I had in mind, CP!   :)
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Post by: jeninwa on January 22, 2013, 03:47:58 am
Victoria's basement has Scanpan Classic - 15 piece Fully Forged Oak Knife Block set
Basement Price - $199.00
RRP: $669.00

Just wondering if any one has scan pan knifes and what do you think off them? I have been disappointed in the cookware, this looks like a good buy to me.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 22, 2013, 04:57:12 am
Quote from: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:06:48 am
A new thermomix based ebook. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/21/yta4e2yd.jpg) hopefully it will be ok.

Mine arrived in my inbox. I've only had a quick look. It seems like I'll try quite a few recipes. Very good value IMO.
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Post by: medusa on January 22, 2013, 05:04:55 am
Quote from: Jamberie on January 22, 2013, 04:57:12 am
Quote from: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:06:48 am
A new thermomix based ebook. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/21/yta4e2yd.jpg) hopefully it will be ok.

Mine arrived in my inbox. I've only had a quick look. It seems like I'll try quite a few recipes. Very good value IMO.

I agree it seems not bad for $15. 
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Post by: Mama Fergie on January 22, 2013, 05:48:23 am
Mine arrived this morning too and looks interesting.
A few that I will definately try and not bad for the money
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Post by: JulieO on January 22, 2013, 06:30:58 am
Yesterday I rang Louis Vuitton in Sydney and ordered a key pouch to match the wallet I bought a few months ago.  I'll be able to keep the remote for my car in the pouch as I don't actually need a key to use my car, the remote just needs to be close by. 

It has already arrived in Adelaide so fingers crossed it will be here tomorrow or Thursday.  :D
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Post by: Emme on January 22, 2013, 06:39:13 am
I have been looking for a new purse, mine is very old (Shelton brand) and it really needs to be replaced but I haven't seen anything that I really like.  I was given a new one about two years ago and after using it twice  went back to old faithful  :-))

Marie
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 22, 2013, 06:40:07 am
Same here Marie. I need a new handbag and purse but haven't seen anything I like which is practical.
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Post by: consumerate on January 22, 2013, 07:28:26 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 22, 2013, 03:47:58 am
Victoria's basement has Scanpan Classic - 15 piece Fully Forged Oak Knife Block set
Basement Price - $199.00
RRP: $669.00

Just wondering if any one has scan pan knifes and what do you think off them? I have been disappointed in the cookware, this looks like a good buy to me.
I think you'll find them equally disappointing. They feel very light and unbalanced. I don't have scan pan knives but I have tested them alongside other knives.   Check out Mundial - much better knives in the same price range.
I really really like my wusthof knives.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2013, 07:35:13 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 22, 2013, 06:30:58 am
Yesterday I rang Louis Vuitton in Sydney and ordered a key pouch to match the wallet I bought a few months ago.  I'll be able to keep the remote for my car in the pouch as I don't actually need a key to use my car, the remote just needs to be close by.  

It has already arrived in Adelaide so fingers crossed it will be here tomorrow or Thursday.  :D

I love LV JulieO. I've had my wallet for about 8 or more years. I recently sent it back for some R&R. The stitching had worn a tiny bit. I think it is now ready for at least another 10 or more years. Over the time the purchase price works at very little per year.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/y3apamy9.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on January 22, 2013, 08:13:30 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 22, 2013, 06:30:58 am
Yesterday I rang Louis Vuitton in Sydney and ordered a key pouch to match the wallet I bought a few months ago.  I'll be able to keep the remote for my car in the pouch as I don't actually need a key to use my car, the remote just needs to be close by. 

It has already arrived in Adelaide so fingers crossed it will be here tomorrow or Thursday.  :D

Ooohhh!!! Louis Vuitton - how wonderful. You are very spoilt Julie.  :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on January 22, 2013, 08:41:57 am
Quote from: jeninwa on January 22, 2013, 03:47:58 am
Victoria's basement has Scanpan Classic - 15 piece Fully Forged Oak Knife Block set
Basement Price - $199.00
RRP: $669.00

Just wondering if any one has scan pan knifes and what do you think off them? I have been disappointed in the cookware, this looks like a good buy to me.

I have scan pan knives and I am very happy with them.  I tried out a few different knives before I bought the scan pan. I have only bought individual knives as I didn't want a block or some of the knives that came in the sets.  I have mine on a magnetic strip attached to the wall.

I also have scan pan cookware and I am happy with that too.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 22, 2013, 09:33:10 am
everton have a special on Wusthof (spelling?) knives $580 or something down from $1200
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Post by: goldfish on January 22, 2013, 09:42:33 am
Quote from: medusa on January 22, 2013, 05:04:55 am
Quote from: Jamberie on January 22, 2013, 04:57:12 am
Quote from: medusa on January 21, 2013, 10:06:48 am
A new thermomix based ebook. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/21/yta4e2yd.jpg) hopefully it will be ok.

Mine arrived in my inbox. I've only had a quick look. It seems like I'll try quite a few recipes. Very good value IMO.

I agree it seems not bad for $15. 

Thanks. Yes, mine arrived too.  Excellent value it seems!! :-)
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Post by: JulieO on January 22, 2013, 11:00:03 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 22, 2013, 07:35:13 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 22, 2013, 06:30:58 am
Yesterday I rang Louis Vuitton in Sydney and ordered a key pouch to match the wallet I bought a few months ago.  I'll be able to keep the remote for my car in the pouch as I don't actually need a key to use my car, the remote just needs to be close by.  

It has already arrived in Adelaide so fingers crossed it will be here tomorrow or Thursday.  :D

I love LV JulieO. I've had my wallet for about 8 or more years. I recently sent it back for some R&R. The stitching had worn a tiny bit. I think it is now ready for at least another 10 or more years. Over the time the purchase price works at very little per year.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/y3apamy9.jpg)

Yes they are well made aren't they?  I know they are expensive, but I've had fakes for years and thought it about time I bought the real thing.  Very happy with mine too and think it will last me a very long time.

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Post by: deedub on January 22, 2013, 11:22:59 am
Bought a hand held vacuum to deal with dog hairs, and a paper shredder as I need to get rid of years of paperwork and don't fancy just chucking it in the recycling bin..... call me paranoid!
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Post by: judydawn on January 22, 2013, 11:28:46 am
Received my chip maker today so might try it tomorrow.  Also received my cherry pitter last week which is rather cute.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2013, 11:55:55 am
Do you think the cherry putter would do olives too Judy?
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Post by: judydawn on January 22, 2013, 12:27:13 pm
Apparently they do Cookie.
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Post by: goldfish on January 22, 2013, 12:46:05 pm
Came across some stencils for cakes... (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/3aby5e9y.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/yhu6yre9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/22/e5e2esap.jpg)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 22, 2013, 01:13:22 pm
Judy! We have that cherry pitter too, and it does do Olives
as well. Just make sure that it is cleaned properly in between, as DD had olive flavoured cherries the other day
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Post by: judydawn on January 22, 2013, 05:06:05 pm
Not likely to be doing olives in this house ES but will remember that if I do LOL.
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Post by: mcmich on January 22, 2013, 06:14:04 pm
Love the cherry pitter and those stencils are gorgeous GF. Martha Stewart has lovelt things.
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Post by: courton on January 22, 2013, 08:34:04 pm
Would love to know if they work effectively GF. Saw it at Victoria's Basement the other day.
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Post by: goldfish on January 22, 2013, 08:40:22 pm
Hi Courton ... Yes.. It's taking a bit of practice ... Will certainly let you know..
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Post by: johnro on January 22, 2013, 08:49:43 pm
....did my last minute online shopping for hols - more perfume which I always wear xx
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Post by: Yvette on January 22, 2013, 10:15:07 pm
Judy please let me know what you think of the chip maker  :)
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Post by: courton on January 22, 2013, 10:39:47 pm
Off to POK to buy Swiss fry pans for myself and a non stick pan which is not too expensive for mum - since the last scan pan was ruined when she forgot to turn the hot plate off.
Update:
Have just bought Swiss diamond grill pan and frypan for $162 and a thermolon green pan frypan (which is supposed to be a newer and better version of green pan) for $68. And some beautiful Crane stationery for a friend.
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Post by: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 08:15:36 am
Yvette I tried the chip maker tonight.  I have 2 microwaves - both 1200 watts so I thought it would take less time than the book stated for a 1000 watt machine (3 mins).  I ended up doing 3.5 mins in the newer microwave and although some were crisper than others, I was happy with them.  I then thought I'd try the older machine, same time 3.5 minutes and they were perfect! Crisp and crunchy, every single one of them.  Why then did I buy another microwave when my old one was working perfectly - for some reason I didn't think it was  :-))  I sprinkled Himalayan pink salt on them but feel it needs a spicier mixture so will experiment with different salt mixtures I have next time.

2 medium potatoes made 3 batches - DH ate 1 batch and I ate 2 ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on January 23, 2013, 08:44:26 am
I just bought the 6 in 1 multicooker  ;D

Aldi also have some cheap stamps and stickers for school which will be handy, so I got a few of those which is ok because they are tax deductable...if only cooking supplies were too.
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Post by: Meagan on January 23, 2013, 02:17:53 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 23, 2013, 08:44:26 am
Aldi also have some cheap stamps and stickers for school which will be handy, so I got a few of those which is ok because they are tax deductable...if only cooking supplies were too.

Become a consultant ;) that will solve that problem lol
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Post by: andiesenji on January 23, 2013, 08:15:29 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 08:15:36 am
Yvette I tried the chip maker tonight.  I have 2 microwaves - both 1200 watts so I thought it would take less time than the book stated for a 1000 watt machine (3 mins).  I ended up doing 3.5 mins in the newer microwave and although some were crisper than others, I was happy with them.  I then thought I'd try the older machine, same time 3.5 minutes and they were perfect! Crisp and crunchy, every single one of them.  Why then did I buy another microwave when my old one was working perfectly - for some reason I didn't think it was  :-))  I sprinkled Himalayan pink salt on them but feel it needs a spicier mixture so will experiment with different salt mixtures I have next time.

2 medium potatoes made 3 batches - DH ate 1 batch and I ate 2 ;D

I like salt and black pepper - I have a very flavorful "Comet-tail" pepper that really enhances the potato flavor, both white potatoes and sweet potatoes. 
I used to buy the sea salt and black pepper  potato chips at Trader Joe's  so it was a "natural" selection for me when I made the potato chips with the chip maker.
I had an older "microwave chip maker"  that had slots in which to put the potato slices - it was fiddly and time consuming and I seldom used it, although it did a nice job.  I ended up giving it to a neighbor with several children - the kids don't mind the "fiddly" work of loading the chip maker. 
Then I got the one like you have.
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Post by: Amanda on January 23, 2013, 09:53:14 pm
I'm off to The Essential Ingredient in Melbourne today - this will probably make the card sizzle a little.  :o
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Post by: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 10:02:41 pm
Sounds like fun Amanda, you must let us know what you bought.

I never thought to try pepper on them Andie.
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Post by: Halex on January 23, 2013, 10:06:47 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 10:02:41 pm
Sounds like fun Amanda, you must let us know what you bought.

I never thought to try pepper on them Andie.

Cayenne pepper would be nice :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 10:08:25 pm
Yikes, that would be too hot for me Hally - I use that very sparingly.
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Post by: Yvette on January 23, 2013, 10:24:16 pm
Thanks Judy I am tempted.

Thanks Andie pepper would be nice.

My DS would probably love cayenne pepper Hally he likes hot.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 23, 2013, 10:35:08 pm
All this talking of chips is making me hungry.. I guess any dehydrated powdered foods would be suitable .. The list of potential flavours is endless...knew i shoud have avoided this thread..
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Post by: Nikkit on January 23, 2013, 10:36:20 pm
I have one of those chip makers too (courtesy of this darned shopping thread...I just had to have one. Nothing like keeping up with the Jonses  - shopping thread - is there ?) - tried it the other day and we decided the chips were too "starchy" ?? Anyone have suggestions on which potatoes would be better to use? My spuds were quite wet when I cut them, so had to dry them on paper towel. I think this might be a job for the kids!
Rosemary salt was good on the ones I made.
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Post by: Halex on January 23, 2013, 10:42:37 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 23, 2013, 10:08:25 pm
Yikes, that would be too hot for me Hally - I use that very sparingly.

I put cayenne pepper in cheese straws for the kids, they love it, but only a little bit :)
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Post by: obbie on January 23, 2013, 11:10:40 pm
lets all buy the chip machine
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Post by: Yvette on January 23, 2013, 11:25:07 pm
Did you buy one Robyn?
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2013, 12:58:26 am
I am thinking seriously Yvette. ;D

My fridge is dead, played up just before christmas,
took them 3 weeks to answer the call at the off shore call centre.
took them another 10 days to look at it,  (service agent)
they forgot to order he part for me, under warranty. 1 week later it is ordered.
now part will be here today, but no one will fix till next wednesday, as they won't drive 15 minutes.

I have called whirlpool about 8 times, frustrating.

guess whos mum wont buy whirlpool again.
 :'(
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Post by: Yvette on January 24, 2013, 01:03:57 am
I am thinking seriously too Robyn  ;D

Hope your fridge gets fixed very frustating to take so long
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Post by: jo_nz on January 24, 2013, 01:49:20 am
Wow, terrible service!!

I'm hunting for a chip maker thingee in NZ...  :-[

Just made a batch of sorbet to freze in my lovely icypole tube thingees.  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on January 24, 2013, 03:05:06 am
I. Am. Not. Buying. A. Chip. Maker..... For now.

Last night I bought a pressure cooker so I went shopping for some books and couldn't find the ones I wanted for the price I wanted to pay so just bought the Suzanne Gibbs one and the AWW one for $31.57 online.

During my travels this morning I also found "What's for Dinner?" and somehow it made it home with me.

Went to DFO and bought DD some Clarks shoes for $19.95! And I did not go into any kitchen shop (although I may have stood in the window for a bit...)

Great shopping day  :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 24, 2013, 03:06:42 am
Good shopping Jamberie great bargain with the school shoes. Good luck resisting the chip maker  :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 24, 2013, 03:14:31 am
nikkit, as I slice the potatoes I lay them on paper towel.  Top with another piece of towel, pat it down, add more potatoes to the next layer, more towel - get the picture?  It soaks up all the moisture and mine crisped up beautifully with the right timing for my particular 1200 watt microwave.  I just used plain white potatoes, nothing special.  If they are starchy perhaps they need another 30 seconds or so, experiment until you get what you like.
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Post by: mcmich on January 24, 2013, 05:36:19 am
My Everten order arrived today just picked it up from the post office after work.
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2013, 05:47:10 am
tempted
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Post by: Yvette on January 24, 2013, 05:47:48 am
Oh goody Mich let me know what you think of the chips please  :)
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Post by: andiesenji on January 24, 2013, 07:58:38 am
Quote from: Nikkit on January 23, 2013, 10:36:20 pm
I have one of those chip makers too (courtesy of this darned shopping thread...I just had to have one. Nothing like keeping up with the Jonses  - shopping thread - is there ?) - tried it the other day and we decided the chips were too "starchy" ?? Anyone have suggestions on which potatoes would be better to use? My spuds were quite wet when I cut them, so had to dry them on paper towel. I think this might be a job for the kids!
Rosemary salt was good on the ones I made.

I use the russet potatoes.  I peel and slice them into salted cold water - let them soak for 15 minutes, drain, rinse and dry completely with paper towels or tea towels before cooking them. 
This removes some of the starch and allows them to crisp easier. 
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Post by: mcmich on January 24, 2013, 08:33:34 am
Thanks Andie. I have yet to cook my first lot of chips.
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Post by: maddy on January 24, 2013, 09:07:35 am
today I was only going to the bank & picking up 1 book  :P......but then I found other stuff

2 pairs of crystal havaianas....my last ones I wore to their demise

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c14d658886e4a097f7468b74e2213229.jpg)
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e8a336972055b145b5ecb9aec1d9a9f2.jpg)

Back pack for DD

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cd6da88aeb71e6cd7a455804c2731791.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8017fea3c1d365307d81c0e071632d90.jpg)

Cheapo lidded container for Hubby's cricket afternoon teas

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f7fc09911cb909dd17b19de88dce527b.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/eb3e99e084b3440ebed4e7aaffacacad.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/28fcf4d313d76a3b3781941eb44491d5.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/837b849b35a8f1555732763dd98642ab.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ad92c42f0d6f114c1144537682aac02d.jpg)
DD & I love both these movies





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Post by: gertbysea on January 24, 2013, 09:46:17 am
Quote from: andiesenji on January 24, 2013, 07:58:38 am
Quote from: Nikkit on January 23, 2013, 10:36:20 pm
I have one of those chip makers too (courtesy of this darned shopping thread...I just had to have one. Nothing like keeping up with the Jonses  - shopping thread - is there ?) - tried it the other day and we decided the chips were too "starchy" ?? Anyone have suggestions on which potatoes would be better to use? My spuds were quite wet when I cut them, so had to dry them on paper towel. I think this might be a job for the kids!
Rosemary salt was good on the ones I made.

I use the russet potatoes.  I peel and slice them into salted cold water - let them soak for 15 minutes, drain, rinse and dry mcompletely with paper towels or tea towels before cooking them. 
This removes some of the starch and allows them to crisp easier. 



Russet potatoes. Oh I Remember them. I have never seen them here. Maybe Tassie?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on January 24, 2013, 09:49:32 am
Oh Maddy where did you get the Havaianas?  I have had mine for years and second hand at that! Eventually they will wear out

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on January 24, 2013, 11:41:30 am
Ok since thongs are so huge here.. Whats with the havainanas ??? How do they differ from other thongs... Asking from someone who has no clue with this type of footware.. Havent owned. Pair of thongs since i was a teenager but since our return have been amazed how many people wear them up here.. Dh got a pair before chrissy but i just havent found anything i like or find comfortable..so????
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Post by: Meagan on January 24, 2013, 12:59:02 pm
 Kim they are a bit of a fashion statement but also pretty comfy as they mold to your foot more than others I think.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 24, 2013, 01:33:09 pm
Ok great meagan thx... Will try to find where to get them.. See online they have swarovski ones too but at 100 bucks for a pair of thongs dont think ill go there lol
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2013, 08:24:46 pm
everyone wears thongs Frozzie,  especially here.

i wear nicer thongs all the time.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 24, 2013, 08:29:03 pm
I love my thongs. I have way too many of course ;)
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Post by: JulieO on January 24, 2013, 08:41:52 pm
I'm a thong girl too, though I hadn't heard of the ones that Maddy bought.  I like the thin straps, will look out for them.  ;D
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Post by: courton on January 24, 2013, 08:46:12 pm
A few years ago havaianas had a temporary marketing  campaign where you could mix and match the base and top and paint your own designs! They treated it in some way and you picked them up an hour later. It was fantastic.
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Post by: JulieO on January 24, 2013, 08:57:43 pm
I just found some here, with free express postage.  :D

http://www.citybeach.com.au/en/footwear/havaianas/adults/188617_havaianas-slim-crystal-black
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Post by: maddy on January 24, 2013, 09:58:21 pm
Gert...I get mine from a local surf shop, but you can also order here  http://www.havaianasaustralia.com.au/001_Havaianas/002_Womens/pl.php
Julie's link has free postage for spending $10, link I posted is free postage over $49 spent...some stores sell different colors/styles.

I love them...very comfy and the only thong I've had that doesn't hurt my feet or rub...I've tried many!
I love the crystal range, as I'm a tad bling girl  ;) but there's so many other colours, and styles that are cheaper than the Swarovski ones.
You can also get the crystals in a heart shape, flower, butterfly & bow.

There's a colour for any outfit  ;)



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Post by: gertbysea on January 24, 2013, 10:12:21 pm
Thanks Maddy I will pop I to the store. Mine are still good but look like crap. They  just last forever.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2013, 10:14:52 pm
looks like I am buying more thongs too.
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Post by: Nikkit on January 24, 2013, 10:17:45 pm
JD and Andie - thanks for the tips. Haven't been home long enough to give it another go yet - and need some more spuds, but will be out today and will call by the fruit and veg shop and see what I can find.
Will let you know how I go.
Cheers  :)

I'd love those havianas - but they don't make them in XL flipper size for my not so delicate looking sized feet. I can get mens thongs...but they just don't make 'em pretty enough  :(
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 24, 2013, 10:41:58 pm
Nikkit buy the men's ones in black and add your own bling.
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Post by: Yvette on January 24, 2013, 10:42:19 pm
What size feet do you have Nikkit, they go right up to a ladies 12  :)
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Post by: Nikkit on January 25, 2013, 01:08:28 am
Good idea DG, but then Yvette says they go up to size 12....where I ask you ... where??? (rather desperate asking!!)
Yvette - point me in the right direction and I'll be there.
(you have just quietly made my day. now all I need to do is go shopping...oh dear!)
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Post by: Yvette on January 25, 2013, 01:11:51 am
I am in Sydney but my DD has size 11 feet and she usually gets them from the surf shops no problem. Unless your feet are bigger you shouldn't have problems  :)
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Post by: Nikkit on January 25, 2013, 01:13:49 am
Don't answer that question Yvette, I just found them. (must read threads properly in future  :) ) Oh the joys of online shopping.

Just saw your post...I'm size 11 too and must admit I avoid the surf shops as all the stuff looks so small in the windows...and I'm not small  ;D
Will go look now.

I really need to avoid this thread, it is getting expensive  :o
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Post by: Yvette on January 25, 2013, 01:15:55 am
Nikkit you will need size 41-42 size which should be the equivalent to a size 11 I think
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Post by: goldfish on January 25, 2013, 01:19:09 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/25/ru8a3eza.jpg)

Flans from Everten... Thanks for the heads up, Robyn!! :)
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Post by: Nikkit on January 25, 2013, 05:17:00 am
Thank you Yvette, I may need some retail therapy once my gorgeous (fighting, itchy, scratchy, can't stand the sight of each other at the moment) girls go back to school.
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Post by: obbie on January 25, 2013, 05:22:10 am
so funny, my kids go back Tuesday
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Post by: Nikkit on January 25, 2013, 06:19:57 am
Hugely funny obbie...I almost resorted to vodka not milk on my weeties thismorning :o :o
I do love school holidays honest, but wish I could separate my girls for a couple of days so they could show a little love to eachother again.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 25, 2013, 10:54:53 am
Thx for the feedback maddy

Robyn realise everyome wheres thongs here just surprised me how much they are worn..everywhere you go.. All the time.. Thongs.. Saw the havaianas thongs in a surf shop today.. Will check out the link..thx...
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 25, 2013, 11:09:26 am
I used to wear thongs all the time years ago....but not on my feet ;)

Lovely havianas Maddy. Love the bling.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2013, 11:17:47 am
LOL   They would look funny on your hands Kimmy.  ;) ;) ( both sorts of thong)
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Post by: Frozzie on January 25, 2013, 09:40:49 pm
Shopping yesterday...Bought the kids school bags.. Went to smiggle in the end.. Wasnt fussed over all the others we saw..tops for me and some sandles for dd...oh and a couple of cookbooks on sale in the po lol..and a few other bits and pieces..

Oh and some clothes for the kids..
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Post by: obbie on January 25, 2013, 09:52:19 pm
Frozzie, i wear  thongs everywhere, even to work.

Well nice ones, with a bit of a heel, and some bling...

Yes 2 weeks ago, we went shopping for school bags, ended up at smiggle for lunchboxes too.

Kimmyh you crack me up laughing..... :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on January 25, 2013, 10:10:48 pm
Definately going to have to adopt them lol..dh wears his all the time now.. Wont to work though lol.. He has another couple of interviews

I have been looking for some nice flats but found nothing that grabs me..lots of heels but dont need any more..
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Post by: courton on January 25, 2013, 10:33:05 pm
Good luck frozzie re your DH's interviews. Hope February is a month of new beginnings.
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Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2013, 10:47:59 pm
I had never heard of havaianas until maddy mentioned them but in yesterdays paper was a story that caught my eye.

"Glenelg beach will be a hive of inflatable fun tomorrow (today now) as the Havaianas Australia Day Thong Challenge comes to town"

I has been held for 8 years simultaneously around the country and it's the first time I've read about it.  They aim to set a new world record for the number of giant Havaianas floating in a line.  Last year WA won with a new record of 2088 people but this year SA is hoping it's their turn.  I daresay it depends on who has the hottest day which will entice people into the water, it's certainly not hot enough this weekend for us South Australians but it's amazing what people will do to enjoy themselves.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 25, 2013, 11:04:40 pm
Quote from: courton on January 25, 2013, 10:33:05 pm
Good luck frozzie re your DH's interviews. Hope February is a month of new beginnings.

Thx courton so do we.. Seems like things are picking up.. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 03:16:17 am
Even at the supermarket I can have fun.....
Apron so that I look clean at brunch tomorrow
Poachies so the eggs look a bit special with less stress (hopefully)
And then at the kitchen shop....
Finally got around to getting an independent oven thermometer (I'm sure my oven runs hot)
A mini ice cream/cookie/mashed potato scoop (thanks for the idea Maddy)
[edited a typo]
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Post by: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 03:18:31 am
And a couple of mini AWW cookbooks...I thought they were great value at $5.50 each for 35 recipes...
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 26, 2013, 04:53:29 am
What a gorgeous apron. Must look out for one next time I am shopping.

Shopping today and Homeart are closing down so I bought an ice cream machine reduced from $60 to $20. Now to learn to make ice cream lol
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Post by: obbie on January 26, 2013, 05:47:33 am
my DH went shopping yesterday for me. :)

pizza cutter
scrapers
wooden spoons
spatulas
egg lifter
peelers

He loves the pizza machine
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Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2013, 06:44:38 am
I went shopping this morning and didn't really buy anything. I had seen some Ansko's muesli recommended in the paper and decided to give it a try. It will take a lot to wean me off my sultana bran. We tried it when we got home, DD's comment was that it nowhere near as nice as Tenina's Granuesli and I should have saved my money. I should have learned by now.  :) :)
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Post by: Emme on January 26, 2013, 06:49:08 am
My chip maker arrived late yesterday and I tried them today.  Turned out really crunchy although could not get salt to stick to them.

Marie
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Post by: johnro on January 26, 2013, 06:50:20 am
I went shopping only to see how all coped with a world which required cash due to Telstra fibre optic cabling being taken out as result of yesterday's deluge BUT I didn't purchase a thing  :)
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Post by: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 06:53:39 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on January 26, 2013, 04:53:29 am
What a gorgeous apron. Must look out for one next time I am shopping.

Shopping today and Homeart are closing down so I bought an ice cream machine reduced from $60 to $20. Now to learn to make ice cream lol

Thanks DG, I just got it because I wanted one now and couldn't wait, but I'm wearing it now and its super cute...especially for $8!

Think I might have to make a trip to Homeart tomorrow....
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Post by: mcmich on January 26, 2013, 10:33:04 am
Bought my dress, shoes and handbag for dinner cruise on the Harbour next Saturday night.  :D

 

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Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2013, 10:34:24 am
Quote from: Emme on January 26, 2013, 06:49:08 am
My chip maker arrived late yesterday and I tried them today.  Turned out really crunchy although could not get salt to stick to them.
Marie

I must admit I have the same problem Marie.  I wonder what would happen if we added it to the raw potato - one way of finding out, off to the kitchen.

I'm back and have great news.  Firstly, I didn't bother peeling the potato - making chips just became quicker.  I then sprayed them very lightly with olive oil and sprinkled my spicy salt mixture lighty over the top.  Cooked them for 4 minutes, watching all the time in case what I had done was a no-no and making sure they didn't burn.  

Result - excellent chips with more flavour because of the oil and the salt definitely stuck as it was too spicy for me tonight whereas when I used it on the already cooked chips previously, it could be tasted but was no where near as spicy as doing it this way.

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Post by: Frozzie on January 26, 2013, 10:50:45 am
I always add any seasoning before cooking.. Ensures much better flavour in food than adding it after :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 26, 2013, 10:57:57 am
It looks like another potato or two have to die while I check this :D
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Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2013, 11:13:00 am
It wont take much of your time testing this one Cookie.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 26, 2013, 11:22:57 am
Lol cookie 😄😄
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Post by: Meagan on January 26, 2013, 02:05:51 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 03:16:17 am
Even at the supermarket I can have fun.....
Apron so that I look clean at brunch tomorrow
Poachies so the eggs look a bit special with less stress (hopefully)
And then at the kitchen shop....
Finally got around to getting an independent oven thermometer (I'm sure my oven runs hot)
A mini ice cream/cookie/mashed potato scoop (thanks for the idea Maddy)
[edited a typo]

Did the scoop come from a supermarket? Which one?
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Post by: johnro on January 26, 2013, 02:14:32 pm
....off the topic I know but the shelves at Woolies today due to panic buying + road closures so no stock arriving 

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-M50cSXJjxk8/UQPkSUf4SsI/AAAAAAAAKZk/oFv_Y5Qc73s/s622/woolies%2520gracemere.jpg)
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Post by: Meagan on January 26, 2013, 02:31:58 pm
WOW  :o ROobyn that is crazy!!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 26, 2013, 02:32:38 pm
OMG  :o (thats all I can say)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 26, 2013, 04:36:24 pm
Blimey Robyn that's just plain crazy :o I bet the checkout queues were long :-\
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Post by: Frozzie on January 26, 2013, 08:24:10 pm
Oh my goodness.. Obviously not many ppl have storm kits and are prepared then ??? Crazy.. We haven't ventured out.. No way I'm driving in this weather .,, had to clear the drive for mum to get home from work last night.. Branches everywhere..
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Post by: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 09:05:56 pm
Quote from: Meagan on January 26, 2013, 02:05:51 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 26, 2013, 03:16:17 am

Did the scoop come from a supermarket? Which one?

Meagan, the scoop was from Wheel & Barrow. It is not much bigger than melon baller, I thought it was too small at first but worked out really well.
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Post by: Emme on January 26, 2013, 09:11:56 pm
Thanks Judy for the tip re potato chips.  DH suggested salting them before cooking so will definitely try that next time and I won't peel them either.  Will certainly make it quicker.  :)

Johnro that is unreal  :o


Marie
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Post by: obbie on January 26, 2013, 09:32:32 pm
Thats what happens up here when we get cyclones
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Post by: Frozzie on January 26, 2013, 09:53:34 pm
Dad did say most years it's like this.. Not as bad every year but not far...it's not letting up and power out everywhere :(... 14 percent on my phone!
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Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2013, 09:55:59 pm
Turn it off and keep it for an emergency Kim.  I hope you have plenty of things to amuse the children inside today.
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Post by: Frozzie on January 26, 2013, 09:57:14 pm
The house is cyclone safe as much as possible just want it to let up so can get out of the house lol

How is the weather up your way Robyn?? We have had 3 days of this now :(
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Post by: Yvette on January 26, 2013, 10:15:53 pm
Thanks for the tip Judy

OMG Robyn that is crazy

Stay safe Frozzie and everyone else in the storms
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Post by: maddy on January 26, 2013, 10:46:58 pm
Those images are quite eerie Robyn  :o
Yes...stay safe!
Frozzie...you must feel like climbing the walls by now  :(
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 26, 2013, 11:11:08 pm
Those supermarket shelves are unbelievable.  Hope the weather abates soon, and everyone stays safe.
I went shopping yesterday and finally found some lime green thongs and some beautiful ribbons half price. My friend also found me a black top that she tried on that unfortunately didn't fit her, but did fit me & as a bonus, it was reduced to $10:)

   (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/27/8uba3ydy.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on January 26, 2013, 11:34:07 pm
Speaking of thongs, and our havaianas discussion.....look what I had seen onEtsy.com

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4a7ac67718910c090e9425a93db19187.jpg)

Wedding thongs! LOL...all blinged out with crystals for your wedding day at the beach  :P
A thong is not  just a thong these days.

Was at a friends BBQ last night, and she gave me some hand cream to try....the fragrance was just heavenly! (Persian fairy floss)
So I ordered some online, along with a candle in the same fragrance

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fac7c71b5abfed2115947c1d17fbe10c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/51ed11de5978771dd7f7a32e4b13f190.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on January 27, 2013, 01:04:57 am
fantasic Maddy

Weather is hot and humid here today.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 27, 2013, 01:44:19 am
Love the things Maddy.

Cant believe those shelves robyn. People really are crazy.
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Post by: johnro on January 27, 2013, 02:05:15 am
I know that we have experienced panic buying previously, generally though it is over a period of a couple of days as Rockhampton floods are usually a long time coming from the catchment areas of the Fitzroy.
For those who may be wondering how a street in the foothills of the ranges can end up in the state of Shields Ave - this is the  tube video (http://youtu.be/E3FWW2_V1lk) of it happening and the next clip (http://youtu.be/dWEMq0xdlI8) gives you an idea of why roads were cut, the water is going under Stocklands - all shopping centres were closed.  Anyrate drama ended - only intermittent rain now. So Kim there is an end in sight for the Sunny Coast (http://www.emofaces.com/en/emoticons/r/rain-cloud-emoticon.gif).  Poor communities in Wide Bay/ Burnett areas - the tornadoes were really intense!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 27, 2013, 02:50:33 am
My daughter thinks it would be fun to slip and slide in. :)

But seriously, hope everyone is ok,   :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 27, 2013, 05:24:53 am
Just .listening to the forecast for the Burnett and Wide Bay areas it sounds very bleak. My thoughts are with anyone suffering wind and too much rain. I love QLD from its tip, down the coast and inland. Can't speak about Winton and Longreach as I haven't been there yet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on January 27, 2013, 08:12:03 am
I bought a nordicware bundt pan from Victorias basement today - so much cheaper, only $35! 

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/27/yvu5ajyt.jpg)

will be going back for the rose one next pay day I think!
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Post by: JulieO on January 27, 2013, 08:18:34 am
Snappy, the rose one is gorgeous, it's one of the ones I bought from Amazon.  :D
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Post by: snappy on January 27, 2013, 09:17:40 am
It looks so impressive JulieO.  I think it would be fantastic for a vanilla and strawberry cake
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Post by: mcmich on January 27, 2013, 08:44:37 pm
Quote from: maddy on January 26, 2013, 11:34:07 pm
Speaking of thongs, and our havaianas discussion.....look what I had seen onEtsy.com

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4a7ac67718910c090e9425a93db19187.jpg)

Wedding thongs! LOL...all blinged out with crystals for your wedding day at the beach  :P
A thong is not  just a thong these days.

Was at a friends BBQ last night, and she gave me some hand cream to try....the fragrance was just heavenly! (Persian fairy floss)
So I ordered some online, along with a candle in the same fragrance

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fac7c71b5abfed2115947c1d17fbe10c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/51ed11de5978771dd7f7a32e4b13f190.jpg)

They are gorgeous, looked them up and found a red pair with a heart on them $186.00  :o
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Post by: courton on January 27, 2013, 09:18:24 pm
Are the thongs on the way to you Mich? :) :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 27, 2013, 09:42:56 pm
Unfortunately not Courton. Might buy a pair of red thongs and glue a sparkly red heart on them though.  :D
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Post by: DizzyGirl on January 27, 2013, 10:13:13 pm
Love the wedding thongs. Better than walking down the aisle in heels and more comfortable when you are on your feet all day.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 27, 2013, 10:13:32 pm
I'm with you Michele, B####y expensive thongs, I love my Croc thongs, not elegant but SO comfy
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Post by: jeninwa on January 27, 2013, 11:43:25 pm
Love my crocs, wear them lots
I bought myself some Birkenstocks they are so comfy.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/28/use7ygej.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 28, 2013, 01:01:51 am
I wear croc thongs at home. Love them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on January 28, 2013, 01:16:56 am
All you thong lovers try fit flops. Seriously comfortable.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 28, 2013, 01:35:16 am
Never heard of them but they look good medusa - here  (http://www.fitflop.com.au/) they are for those who haven't heard of them either :-))
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 28, 2013, 01:52:51 am
Medusa, they do look good,  have to have a descent sole , they look so comfy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 28, 2013, 03:22:44 am
I have 2 pairs Medusa. Love them. One pair is nearly a house pair. I cheated and bought both pairs in Singapore. A little cheaper but not much.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 28, 2013, 03:41:18 am
I quite like the sparkly thongs idea for a beach wedding - high heels and sand must be a nightmare! 
My wedding shoes weren't really that much more elborate actually.  It wasn't a beach wedding or anything, but I decided high heels were too uncomfortable for such a busy day, and weren't going to make me look tall next to DH anyway.  He's 6ft6 and I'm 5ft4! 

My purchase for today is a "hair donut" - looks like a donut that you use to make a nice full-looking hair bun.  I'm off to a "vintage" dress up party in a couple of weeks, and thought a nice big bun might work with what I have in mind.  ;D  Big spend up that was - it was all of $3.  Oh, and some bobby pins to tuck all the hair ends in (do you call them bobby pins overseas???)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on January 28, 2013, 03:42:15 am
I watch out for when they are on special and buy them. I have a house pair too. The only problem is they are so comfortable I can barely wear other shoes/thongs now because nothing else seems as comfortable and shock absorbing. My dodgy knees are so much better wearing fit flops.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 28, 2013, 08:05:17 pm
jo yes, Bobby pins are for hair buns..
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 28, 2013, 08:28:15 pm
Quote from: jo_nz on January 28, 2013, 03:41:18 am
Oh, and some bobby pins to tuck all the hair ends in (do you call them bobby pins overseas???)
We call them "hair grips" here in the UK ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 28, 2013, 09:06:11 pm
Fit flops are great, I wear thong ones in summer and clogs (gogh) in winter. They are my indoor slippers. FAB. I wear thong ones outside too.

Bought one of these http://www.dunelm-mill.com/shop/venetian-blind-cleaner-50732?cm_mmc=shopping-_-google_shopping-_-%3CVenetian+Blind+Cleaner%3E-_-%3C1000001806%3E.

Today. To clean the blinds in this house, the tenants didn't clean them before leaving and I've struggled with clths or feather dusters and then saw this. Was in Dunelm buying a curtain track to replace a worn out one.. All the hooks have broken and it is very grubby too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 29, 2013, 05:44:44 am
I only have venetians in the bathrooms but they are horrid to clean.
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Post by: johnro on January 29, 2013, 06:09:02 am
...arrived home yesterday to find one of those blind cleaners, DD had purchased 2 from Bunnings - so DJ I will think of you if and when I next clean the blinds  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 29, 2013, 06:13:28 am
Golly gosh, DH has just left for Bunnings. No doubt he will be going back in a day or two.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 30, 2013, 02:38:32 am
The new rectangle slim tupperware cake taker

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/aedc25dca77fda22bd539dbfafc5a5b7.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c99ae8d84e08fe9bb55debc2172f8f06.jpg)
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/936ceedb336a8632ddec0a2a927f068d.jpg)

And these cupcake vases...which I thought could also be used for cake pops (I did get pink, brown, yellow & blue)....much cheaper on eBay

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/24652d51b6c84c0e2791654b5653c1fe.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a75e48bf4f9701052e646040785d4655.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d6caf61d3cbb3dc45c85d6ee653cd8a9.jpg)


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 30, 2013, 02:40:20 am
Lovely Maddy
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on January 30, 2013, 03:44:13 am
Maddy as soon as I see you have posted on this thread I have to come in and see what you bought - it's always something so lovely, complete kitchen candy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 30, 2013, 03:49:54 am
Quote from: snappy on January 30, 2013, 03:44:13 am
Maddy as soon as I see you have posted on this thread I have to come in and see what you bought - it's always something so lovely, complete kitchen candy!

Lol..... Likewise!!!! :)!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 30, 2013, 04:07:17 am
How much space does this kitchen have, my cupboards are full, I suppose I could cull some of the junk.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: salsabil on January 30, 2013, 07:54:04 am
Hi,

I'm new to the world of jarring things - does anyone know where is the best place to get jars? and is there any other equipment I need for it? anything I should avoid?

Thanks!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on January 30, 2013, 10:08:01 am
Quote from: salsabil on January 30, 2013, 07:54:04 am
Hi,

I'm new to the world of jarring things - does anyone know where is the best place to get jars? and is there any other equipment I need for it? anything I should avoid?

Thanks!

Where do you live salsabil?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 30, 2013, 10:10:11 am
Lovely Maddy. I have the Tupperware cupcake carrier and love it. Love those vases they will be perfect for cake pops. The shopping queen has done it again.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 30, 2013, 10:11:30 am
Hi Salsbil, when you have the Thermomix and make everything for yourself you do get short on jars, I ask all my friends and family to save them for me, some you discard, but mostly they are all usable.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: salsabil on January 30, 2013, 10:37:21 am
Good idea Brenda! I've thrown out so many!

snappy I'm in Melbourne :) northern but travel all over.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on January 30, 2013, 10:52:02 am
Maybe one of our Melbourne members might know of some local haunts.  Otherwise there is a manufacturer called plasdene that you can order from online but as they are a wholesaler there is a minimum order.

Personally I save jars from supermarket food, sterilize and reuse and I also have some jars that I bought at kitchenware shops.  Just a tip on the jars, you want the inside of the lid to have a plastic type coating, if it is just metal than definitely don't use it for anything that contains vinegar (ie chutney's) or they will rust and spoil all your food.

You will also want a jar funnel and possibly some tongs.  You can normally buy a starter kit with these included.
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Post by: RosieB on January 30, 2013, 01:35:28 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 21, 2013, 02:01:57 am
My Silicone Calippo thingies arrived today. Don't ask me why but I smelled one and it smells horrible! There's no way I'm putting food into it smelling like that. They are all currently in the dishwasher & I'm hoping that'll fix them & it was just the smell of the plastic bag they were in...anyone else have the same problem? Anyone have any ideas?
Mine had a slight smell but not horrible.
I put them all through the dishwasher before I used them and there was no noticeable smell after they dried.
I have filled them all with chocolate Gelati and they are all re-appearing in the dishwasher.  Che has not mentioned anything about taste or smell and he is extremely sensitive to both.
I am now refilling with raspberry juice cordial..
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Post by: jo_nz on January 30, 2013, 07:12:01 pm
My calippo tubes smelled awful too, but after a couple of washes it seems to have gone completely. Loving them - seems like a real treat to the kids, but it was just orange and lemon sorbet!! And they only get quite a small amount too. One batch of sorbet (edc recipe) filled 15 tubes. Down to 2 in the freezer though, so time to make something else...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: MEP on January 30, 2013, 07:22:55 pm
You buy such lovely things Maddy. I'm going to have to do as others and visit this topic when you have posted, though I need to de-clutter not buy more things.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 01, 2013, 03:18:50 am
NEWS FLASH!
thinking of you Maddy and I know there was another who likes pink too....just got off the phone from TM HO as my replacement
travel bag base is still too big, now established it must be the bag...no pretty blue ones left, they offered to replace it with a...
wait for it.....PINK ONE! I declined, but immediately thought of Maddy....not sure if they have more than one because she said we have `one' pink one here.....

Also just checked their website but no travel bags on there...BUT look what I found
http://www.thermomix.com.au/products/thermomix-accessories.aspx?p=1
haven't checked how to post a pic in here yet, but to save you all clicking the link, it's a pretty pink TM apron.
Sorry if this has already been posted, but I know I did read talk of aprons on here recently
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on February 01, 2013, 04:22:04 am
Interesting Girlpower it says it is available for a limited time only
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on February 01, 2013, 04:34:12 am
mmm, so it seems HO must read here regularly I reckon!
I hope they bring out pink bags too :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2013, 05:11:31 am
A pink bag would be lovely, but mine gets used so much it would end up as a dirty pink bag in no time. It travels next to all sorts of 'stuff' like fishing gear and outboard motor parts etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: salsabil on February 01, 2013, 05:12:30 am
The pink aprons I think are only around in Feb (though I could be wrong).

The pink bag is the incentive for the customers who buy a thermomix in February or for those who already have a TM and hold a demo they can buy it for $40 but if someone from your demo purchases it you get it for free.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 01, 2013, 05:52:25 am
I've been led astray by this thread. Look what I bought today,,,,,
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/01/8e9ynu6a.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 01, 2013, 06:35:40 am
must have been after I talked to the marketing girl from HO, and said where are the pink and red aprons.

They must update the website more often..

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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2013, 06:44:07 am
Crisps for pre dinner drinks ES.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on February 01, 2013, 07:22:13 am
I absolutely love that pink travel bag!! Very frustrating that you can't purchase it without a demo though >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 01, 2013, 09:41:48 am
Cookie, How did you know?
We had them with Friday night drinkies and they all disappeared. Next time, I need to use a different variety of potatoes that have a lower water content.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on February 01, 2013, 10:14:28 am
The pink bags are lovely aren't they? I've just got my very handy purchase from eBay. Can't wait to try them out...
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/01/gy7unu9a.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 01, 2013, 10:43:20 am
Anyone want to buy a TM?  Advertised on Gumtree for $2000 :o

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/01/ety6ysu7.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2013, 10:58:37 am
That's a bit cheeky, more than a new one.
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Post by: judydawn on February 01, 2013, 11:24:36 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on February 01, 2013, 09:41:48 am
Next time, I need to use a different variety of potatoes that have a lower water content.

Why's that ES?  Did you pat them dry with a paper towel before baking them?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: dede on February 01, 2013, 11:26:05 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 01, 2013, 10:58:37 am
That's a bit cheeky, more than a new one.

That's what I reckon Cookie. Weird. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 01, 2013, 11:35:26 am
Just catching up on here again, oh, Im so sorry I didn't know the pink bags came with conditions attached as this wasn't mentioned to me today and I was excited to share this news with this forum, especially those that love pink
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 01, 2013, 11:40:11 am
Thanks GP ...... I bought the apron, very happy.
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 01, 2013, 01:09:40 pm
It looks like a pretty pink, hope you can post a pic once it arrives Kimmyh, noice :)
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Post by: obbie on February 01, 2013, 10:57:05 pm
i am getting the red  apron
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on February 02, 2013, 12:30:56 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on February 01, 2013, 05:52:25 am
I've been led astray by this thread. Look what I bought today,,,,,

That's the same color I have. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 02, 2013, 04:50:43 am
i really think that HO needs to come up with stuff for people that already have a thermo, without having to have another demo, just to buy things.

Without having to find a consultant.  Good ones are busy. I am busy.
Just one price, and buy online.


off my box now.. :)

Now to find something online..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on February 02, 2013, 04:53:39 am
I agree I don't want waste a consultants time or my time just to buy something when I already have a thermo
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 02, 2013, 09:05:34 am
Quote from: Girlpower247 on February 01, 2013, 03:18:50 am
NEWS FLASH!
thinking of you Maddy and I know there was another who likes pink too....just got off the phone from TM HO as my replacement
travel bag base is still too big, now established it must be the bag...no pretty blue ones left, they offered to replace it with a...
wait for it.....PINK ONE! I declined, but immediately thought of Maddy....


your gorgeous Girlpower  :-* :-*
how coincidental is this.....I hadn't read your post, but today I was in the butchers, and I walked into my original consultant, had been quite some time since I had seen her......she mentioned about this pink travel bag deal, and immediately thought of me!.....I had been toying with getting a bag anyway, so I'm thinking this is sign  ;)
she did mention that a demo was required, and pay $40? (think it was)....to get the pink bag.
tis a bummer you need a demo, but I do have a couple of newish friends who I think would be very interested to see it....so no biggie....PLUS....can I then purchase another thermoserve???    I despise the strings attached to get another one!  :P


Today's shopping bag contained..

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4a518063b9c989bd329a347b2dd645d5.jpg)

Funny thing it's to hold items not listed on the tins....I just love the old look styling....and better get my label maker out so I don't get confused  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/03f8f2c021d281de9f20ae7b17732b1f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e6fb4ab0d94a6e405600a3513f40aa30.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3bb18ea620bda525b0b0f4ef338c908f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4da93608e296e393189bd6716b6d12d9.jpg)

.....and groceries "yawn"
 :)


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Post by: Kimmyh on February 02, 2013, 09:33:43 am
Quote from: obbie on February 02, 2013, 04:50:43 am
i really think that HO needs to come up with stuff for people that already have a thermo, without having to have another demo, just to buy things.

Without having to find a consultant.  Good ones are busy. I am busy.
Just one price, and buy online.


off my box now.. :)

Now to find something online..
I am with you Robyn. I want a second bowl and also another thermoserver. I feel like I am wasting my consultants time by having a demo and my friends will come but just aren't interested in buying one.

Lovely blackbird Maddy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 02, 2013, 09:38:14 am
Maddy, you make me laugh - I have never known anyone to shop like you  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 02, 2013, 10:09:06 am
Thanks Maddy, aww such a shame there had to be conditions attached - this wasn't mentioned when they offered the pink one as a replacement for my faulty blue one.

I'm sure you will have a giggle when I tell you this too....last week when I was walking to work, I passed a Vinnies bin and sitting in front of it was a lovely wee pink Barbie peddle car.....I immediately thought of you...LOL, not because I thought you may want to buy a peddle car but because it was PINK!

This has all come about because I read every single post of the shopping thread!
Took me a good week in my spare time but now every time I see anything pink I immediately think of you :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 10:54:37 am
I don't normally come on this thread, but I had to show off my new shoes ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 02, 2013, 11:16:59 am
Certainly colourful Amy - nice to see you contribute to the thread.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 11:19:18 am
Thanks Judy :D
Normally I avoid it because a student bank balance doesn't do well to be tempted by all the wonderful things some members buy!! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 02, 2013, 11:22:39 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 10:54:37 am
I don't normally come on this thread, but I had to show off my new shoes ;D ;D ;D

SNAPS FOR AMY  8)  :D :D
My little man would so love those runners!!.....the brighter the better.


Quote from: Girlpower247 on February 02, 2013, 10:09:06 am
I passed a Vinnies bin and sitting in front of it was a lovely wee pink Barbie peddle car.....I immediately thought of you...LOL, not because I thought you may want to buy a peddle car but because it was PINK!

This has all come about because I read every single post of the shopping thread!
Took me a good week in my spare time but now every time I see anything pink I immediately think of you :D

good Lordy....that is a marathon read GP  :P
LOL the pink pedal car....you know, I do get messages when pink things come on sale  8)...I LOVE it   8)

Judy....what can I  say....just doing my bit for the economy  ;D


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 11:27:46 am
Quote from: maddy on February 02, 2013, 11:22:39 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 10:54:37 am
I don't normally come on this thread, but I had to show off my new shoes ;D ;D ;D

SNAPS FOR AMY  8)  :D :D
My little man would so love those runners!!.....the brighter the better.

 :D :D :D
Thats what I think too Maddy ;D And these are actually men's shoes so you're little man would be able to wear them with dignity ;D
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 02, 2013, 11:34:34 am
Great runners Amy. Can't believe they are men's. DS5 has some rainbow shoelaces that would look great in them. But not as flash as yours.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 11:35:34 am
Thanks Kimmy ;D They don't have as much purple as the women's, but the women's wouldn't fit me :( The curse of having really big feet.... :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 02, 2013, 11:36:38 am
Never mind..... Worse things than that. Hope they make you run faster ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 02, 2013, 11:40:01 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 11:35:34 am
the women's wouldn't fit me :( The curse of having really big feet.... :-))

.....and my Mum always told me if you wear runners all the time, your feet get wider..... :-\......she always tells me a lot of old wives tales, that really make no sense  :D....along with old Scottish sayings.....That make even less sense LOL!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 11:42:52 am
I like your mum Maddy, she sounds funny LOL ;D ;D

Quote from: Kimmyh on February 02, 2013, 11:36:38 am
Never mind..... Worse things than that. Hope they make you run faster ;)

I hope so too! Especially since the track I use is home to many snakes... :-)) ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 02, 2013, 12:33:41 pm
Great runners Amy. You will be a colourful blur when you run past me walking along in my thongs (foot ones  ;))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 02, 2013, 12:44:34 pm
LOL CP :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 02, 2013, 10:03:18 pm
I love PINK too.

I even have a pink Kitchenaid on my bench.

As much pink as I can get.

Just don't have any where near the shops here to go shopping in...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 03, 2013, 01:08:37 am
Ah ha, I knew someone else really liked pink too....it was you obbie :)
Did you see the pink apron on TM website?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on February 03, 2013, 01:48:38 am
Ooooh pink bag and apron. I have a friend who is very interested in a demo. Might organise one so I can get the pink bag :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 03, 2013, 03:27:55 am
Girlpower yes. ;D
I have ordered a red apron, I should get it 2morow.

I have found  the pink too. 
The pink bag looks so nice, wish you didn't have to have a demo to get one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on February 03, 2013, 03:47:35 am
Love Havianas, but once I discovered Fit Flops - no going back. They are expensive in Australia but when they are on special in UK they are good value, so comfortable I usually get mine from Boots UK
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 03, 2013, 11:16:15 am
Even at a hot, dusty horse arena .....I managed to find a gorgeous pair of distressed leather boots

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/631840ade8ef04ce959fcaa48b08dec0.jpg)

 ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2013, 11:45:06 am
OMG, they are not pink  :o :o ;) ;) :-* :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 03, 2013, 11:49:45 am
ROFL Judy ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 03, 2013, 11:53:23 am
Quote from: judydawn on February 03, 2013, 11:45:06 am
OMG, they are not pink  :o :o ;) ;) :-* :-*


 :P  never on boots   :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 03, 2013, 11:54:49 am
They're wonderful Maddy :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 03, 2013, 12:33:36 pm
Quote from: obbie on February 03, 2013, 03:27:55 am
Girlpower yes. ;D
I have ordered a red apron, I should get it 2morow.

I have found  the pink too.  
The pink bag looks so nice, wish you didn't have to have a demo to get one.
I only saw the pink one online but I totally agree...I still have to have a demo to get my thermo server because I only had a one-on-one when I got my TM. I should of had a couple of neighbors over to qualify for me to get it then GRR, In the meantime I got a couple of insulated bowls with lids from Ikea

Because I would like a second bowl (no way Im paying full price though) Im now playing the waiting game until they come on half price then I will have that demo and finally be able to get my free thermo server.
I do find this quiet annoying to have to waste my time, along with my consultants and friends time to have to host demos to get extra stuff...heck buying a TM should have been enough!

There's a couple of other things that really don't sit well with me also.....this is regarding the ordering/payment TM system and when the TM 2 yr warranty officially starts but not sure if I should share my opinions in case I am in breach of forum rules?
I will err on the side of caution and get down off my soap box now

Hope your red apron will be fab obbie :)

Footnote; whoop whoop, Ive now got two stars and jnr membership status, not a newbie anymore :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on February 03, 2013, 12:57:46 pm
I totally agree with you Girlpower247! It's very frustrating to have to have a demo to purchase certain items. You would think spending just shy of $2000 would be enough to be able to purchase - double grrrrr!

But, on a lighter note...... Yay for the two stars!!  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 03, 2013, 08:24:37 pm
Girlpower  :-*  for 2 stars

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2013, 09:56:53 pm
It is a thrill to see those stars gradually increase Girlpower - keep going and you will have your 5 stars, it may seem a long way off but you will get there.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 03, 2013, 10:09:10 pm
GP keep chatting you will soon be a Hero Member
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 03, 2013, 10:20:55 pm
GP, there are lots of general chat threads you can join in to get your posts up. We'd love to see you on them ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on February 04, 2013, 12:59:25 am
Ok, I can join the chip club now... my Mastrad Chip Maker arrived today  ;)  You guys are such a bad influence on my spending!! The kids think I'm the cleverest mum in town though to be able to make chips (might take some practice to perfect but they are happy to crituque my work in the meantime).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2013, 06:45:31 am
I popped into the city this morning. I needed new capsules for the Nespresso machine and found that there was a new one out. Not sure if I like it though so I only bought one tube of it. (10 pods)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/04/du2e9yze.jpg)
While in the city I just happened to go into Dymocks where I have a couple of gift cards to spend from Christmas. This book caught my eye several times and managed to get itself bought. I like all their recipes I have ever tried.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/04/uty7u9y6.jpg)
The Artisan Bakery book I had bought from Readings with free delivery a week or so ago and it arrived today as well.
It must have been my day for parcels as my Crio arrived today too.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/04/3eqaqudy.jpg)
A wonderful day all round. Lots of parcels for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on February 04, 2013, 06:55:55 am
What a day cookie. Well done. On fb there were some flexible spatulas available at Aldi for $2.49. Might get one to try in thermie.

Here is a pic.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/04/u9y5u9u4.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 04, 2013, 07:02:08 am
Thank you lovely ladies! Just baby steps I know but easing my way in slowly slowly...hehe...got me thinking...one small step for woman, one giant leap for woman kind....oh dear, are you sure you want me to join in :D

It is nice to be past newbie stage, jnr member sounds more like I belong now, in reality though you lovelies made me feel that way from day one anyway as you do with all who join up on here....I feel ready to start welcoming new members too now:)

Cookie, we were at Nespresso boutique yesterday picking up supplies, didn't think to ask if any new ones were out, but we do tend to stick to our long time favourites ....arpeggio and decaffeinato intenso.
I have the crio bru cocoa beans (cavalla) plus the choc coated cocoa beans in my fridge which are so yummy :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2013, 07:04:00 am
GP I love all the nut ones that came out over Christmas. We bought up big with those but generally only buy ones we really like.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 04, 2013, 07:12:53 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 04, 2013, 07:04:00 am
GP I love all the nut ones that came out over Christmas. We bought up big with those but generally only buy ones we really like.
Were those the limited edition, hazelnut, coconut and another nut one which I now forget?
They gave us one capsule of each to bring home and try - cos they don't have reduced fat milk to make us one and we don't drink full cream.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2013, 07:19:43 am
Meanies. We always use skim milk with our Nespresso . Froths up nicely.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amanda on February 04, 2013, 07:24:52 am
More sad news in the dentists office this morning, so I bought myself a little giftie to cheer me up.

The Australian skin care company, Aesop, have a lovely perfume called "Marrakech" that I've had my eye on, but have been resisting.

Today I didn't.  :-)) ;D



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on February 04, 2013, 07:25:41 am
Good on you Amanda <3
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 04, 2013, 07:26:34 am
Exactly cookie! They haven't had fat reduced milk there for ages, yet the amount of people who order skinny lattes (DH & I both) should surely warrant having 1/2 supply....how hard can it be really?

This is a newish boutique too so you'd think they would be more accommodating, I ask for it each time, hmm won't get started on customer service though LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2013, 07:40:55 am
Amanda all visits to the dentist need to be rewarded with something nice. That is if you have any money left after paying the bill. :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on February 04, 2013, 07:47:59 am
A great reward Amanda  ;D

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: RosieB on February 04, 2013, 10:46:38 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on February 04, 2013, 06:55:55 am
What a day cookie. Well done. On fb there were some flexible spatulas available at Aldi for $2.49. Might get one to try in thermie.

Here is a pic.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/04/u9y5u9u4.jpg)

I have one of these spatulas and it is great in the thermie.  It slides easily in under the blades to get anything caught.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on February 04, 2013, 10:24:55 pm
Well done Amanda it is good to have a treat  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 05, 2013, 12:13:40 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on February 04, 2013, 06:55:55 am
On fb there were some flexible spatulas available at Aldi for $2.49. Might get one to try in thermie.

are they for sale now?....I really like the look of that.



someone please cut up my credit card....I can't bring myself to do it  :-))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8b78ec60c2fb8e42b96a6a470c52eaee.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/28425147ac8fceb15b84a5caf9799c6f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/734d451edd230e81f437e518c6dc1073.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 05, 2013, 12:17:10 am
Send it over to me maddy, I'll do it for you  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2013, 01:23:03 am
Your DH may willingly do it for you. ;) ;)

Love the purchases, especially the black bag.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on February 05, 2013, 01:37:39 am
Love the black bag Maddy did you buy it online, I have been looking for something like that for ages.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 05, 2013, 01:51:26 am
Quote from: jeninwa on February 05, 2013, 01:37:39 am
Love the black bag Maddy did you buy it online, I have been looking for something like that for ages.

Here tis
http://www.cathkidston.co.uk/p-18566-cath-kidston-notting-hill-rose-cross-body-bag.aspx?referrer=category
I love the bags and purses in her oilcloth...very durable!
check all the other bags too....just g.o.r.g.e.o.u.s.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on February 05, 2013, 01:57:01 am
Thanks Maddy I think my DH will be cutting my credit card up, lol  I have found lots I would love to buy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 05, 2013, 02:17:49 am
Gorgeous bag Maddy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on February 05, 2013, 02:40:22 am
Couldn't help myself
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/05/7esyry7e.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/05/8yqa3eja.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/05/aze6ytaq.jpg)
I'll tell my DH it's all Maddy's  fault lol
No he won't mind.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 05, 2013, 02:42:38 am
love the shopping Maddy and jen
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 05, 2013, 03:36:40 am
LOL Jenny ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on February 05, 2013, 04:22:34 am
Haha you girls and your credit cards..

Maddy I don't know where you put all you purchase..!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 05, 2013, 04:43:03 am
Lovely bag Maddy. You can always freeze your card. Apparently the time it takes to thaw it makes you consider your purchase. The trouble is I know my numbers without looking at the card :)

Just heard a postal truck caught on fire yesterday. Most of goods damaged. Am waiting on deliveries this week. What are the odds some of mine are on that truck??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 05, 2013, 04:47:31 am
Quote from: judydawn on February 05, 2013, 12:17:10 am
Send it over to me maddy, I'll do it for you  ;)

Oh Judy !! Don't do it! Spare a thought for all of us would-be super shoppers who shop vicariously through Maddy's credit card!!!!!!! :)). :))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 05, 2013, 04:51:25 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on February 05, 2013, 04:43:03 am
Lovely bag Maddy. You can always freeze your card. Apparently the time it takes to thaw it makes you consider your purchase. The trouble is I know my numbers without looking at the card :)

Just heard a postal truck caught on fire yesterday. Most of goods damaged. Am waiting on deliveries this week. What are the odds some of mine are on that truck??
Me too Kimmyh! I thought the same thing....mines the replacement TM bag...Murphy's Law???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 05, 2013, 05:00:19 am
Yep and just bad luck too GP.
Fingers crossed for both of us xx
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 05, 2013, 05:01:50 am
Quote from: maddy on February 05, 2013, 12:13:40 am
Quote from: DizzyGirl on February 04, 2013, 06:55:55 am
On fb there were some flexible spatulas available at Aldi for $2.49. Might get one to try in thermie.

are they for sale now?....I really like the look of that.



someone please cut up my credit card....I can't bring myself to do it  :-))

LOL, my DH would have cut mine up long ago Maddy...lucky for him Im pretty disciplined, although this shopping thread has at times really challenged me...I keep telling myself not to open this thread, but my curiosity to see what you've brought along with pics has me drawn like a bee to honey, a moth to a light, it's like a tug o war ....oh Maddy look what you're doing to us :D

Do you use all the things you buy? You are the ultimate shopping Queen me thinks :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 05, 2013, 05:29:44 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on February 05, 2013, 05:00:19 am
Yep and just bad luck too GP.
Fingers crossed for both of us xx

Make that 3 of us....we had a good $$$ order of promotional products for our business, sent from Melbourne on Friday...still hasn't turned up, they can't find it....they said hmmm, that's strange, we'll call you in the morning  :-\
Hubby has scanned the pic in the Addy today, to see if be can spot charred stubby holders & bar mats  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 05, 2013, 05:33:13 am
Jen, they're lovely
 :)....blame away....I don't mind at all   :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 05, 2013, 05:37:30 am
I just received the Coles catalogue for this week coming, they have a Fenici Pizza Maker for just $39 anyone ever heard of them, I googled the name came up with nothing.  Not that I need one.....I have two Perfectly good Pizza Stones.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2013, 05:51:08 am
Ladies I do hope all your treasures are safe and not burnt to a crisp.

Jeninwa, a beautiful selection. Well done.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 05, 2013, 06:52:05 am
The more I think about it, I think my parcel will be fine even though tracking isn't showing any movement since Friday...going on my
woman's intuition here (usually serves me well)....really hope all will be okay with yours too Kimmyh and Maddy xx

As soon as I heard the news and the fact that the van was carrying online shopping parcels....my thoughts immediately went to this forum, it's Oz (Vic) members and the `shopping thread'
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 05, 2013, 08:46:37 am
Ooh Maddy not good. My fingers are crossed for you too xxx
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on February 05, 2013, 10:50:02 am
Where was the van that caught on fire? I ordered a smoker for my DH for his birthday and presumed it was running late cause of the floods....
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 05, 2013, 01:49:07 pm
I received these last week from Danoz Direct, so far Ive only used the frypan and was very impressed with the even cooking, nice balanced feel when holding and eggs really do slid out with no oil....customer reviews were very good (I like to do my homework first), time will tell how they stand up with more use, but so far these are the best Ive used (have had a few non stick frypans now, some more expensive too)
http://www.danozdirect.com.au/flavorstone/

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/05/y4ymebe6.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 05, 2013, 08:27:02 pm
lalalalalalalalalal   500 pages of Shopping...

Yeah. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 05, 2013, 09:23:43 pm
Oh Obbie you are observant , 500 pages Wow , aren't we naughty, well no all but some of YOU. :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on February 05, 2013, 09:26:27 pm
Laaaa La la.
in tapatalk, it's only 375 pages ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 05, 2013, 09:31:23 pm
Oh well, i don't have taptalk...

but i love shopping.. :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 05, 2013, 10:19:58 pm
Quote from: Brumington on February 05, 2013, 10:50:02 am
Where was the van that caught on fire? I ordered a smoker for my DH for his birthday and presumed it was running late cause of the floods....

The van was heading to Highton in Geelong Brummington.....where are you located?
It would be a complete bummer if your parcel was a one-of-a-kind item!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/303206fb7caadf2a9ea9077d82f6d6a2.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on February 05, 2013, 10:41:04 pm
Oh wow what a mess
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 06, 2013, 01:02:56 am
oh no
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on February 06, 2013, 01:10:31 am
Oh heck!! Wow!!! Not sure that picture is something you want to see.. Especially if you're waiting for a delivery!!!!! :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2013, 01:16:10 am
Oh all those parcels people are eagerly awaiting   How upsetting.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on February 06, 2013, 02:41:03 am
Quote from: maddy on February 05, 2013, 10:19:58 pm
Quote from: Brumington on February 05, 2013, 10:50:02 am
Where was the van that caught on fire? I ordered a smoker for my DH for his birthday and presumed it was running late cause of the floods....

The van was heading to Highton in Geelong Brummington.....where are you located?
It would be a complete bummer if your parcel was a one-of-a-kind item!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/303206fb7caadf2a9ea9077d82f6d6a2.jpg)

OK, so I don't think it was on there then. I'm in the Lockyer Valley and my nearest post office is Laidley so am thinking the floods would have caused the hold up. Thanks for letting me know!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: DizzyGirl on February 06, 2013, 05:07:40 am
Yesterday I finally found the handbag I have been looking for. I put a deposit on it and will pick it up tomorrow. It is so hard to find the perfect handbag these days. Now to find a new purse :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 06, 2013, 06:52:42 am
Good news...our delivery wasn't a melted mess, it was sent to the wrong depot!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kt2 on February 06, 2013, 06:53:19 am
Great news for you Maddy!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2013, 06:55:42 am
Did the food shopping this morning and bought the latest Food Idea like I usually do and then saw this New Idea book. It looked quite good. $10 I couldn't resist.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/06/eqy5ejas.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 06, 2013, 07:01:51 am
That slice looks nice doesn't it Cookie - how they get such perfect squares though is something I fail miserably at.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 06, 2013, 08:38:16 am
That slice does look good Judy. I find with cutting slices you need patience, a really sharp knife and dip it in hot water.

Great news Maddy. Still no parcels here yet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2013, 08:39:36 am
Maddy I am glad your parcels didn't get frizzled. I hope yours haven't Kimmy.  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 06, 2013, 09:45:38 am
Picked this up from next door to where we ate dinner

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/dafe04b388c0d69cadd1d44ac669f2af.jpg)

have been wanting a paella pan for a while now....I snuck off to buy it whilst Hubby was ordering dinner....he just rolled his eyes  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Girlpower247 on February 06, 2013, 10:02:55 am
Quote from: maddy on February 06, 2013, 06:52:42 am
Good news...our delivery wasn't a melted mess, it was sent to the wrong depot!
That's great news Maddy! -)
Kimmyh, I hope you have good news on yours soon too...still nothing for me yet, but think mine will be okay
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on February 06, 2013, 09:42:23 pm
Found these cook books on special yesterday,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 06, 2013, 10:53:01 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on February 06, 2013, 08:38:16 am
That slice does look good Judy. I find with cutting slices you need patience, a really sharp knife and dip it in hot water.

Great news Maddy. Still no parcels here yet.

I always wash the blade between each cut if I want perfection :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on February 06, 2013, 11:51:21 pm
Quote from: Emme on February 06, 2013, 09:42:23 pm
Found these cook books on special yesterday,


Do you thiink you will convert any of the recipe Marie? That pie on the front of Rosa's Farm looks delicious. Is it blueberry and almond? :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2013, 12:14:07 am
The books look great Marie. I have heard that Rosa's Farm especially is really good.
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Post by: obbie on February 07, 2013, 12:28:48 am
love cook books
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Post by: deedub on February 07, 2013, 03:53:50 am
As usual when I'm working from home I can't resist a bit of online shopping! Bought one of courton's thermo diva aprons for a friend, and some vacuum cleaner bags (boring I know). Also been trying to find a quilt cover I like online - need to replace mine because the cat and dog seem to have been playing chasey in my bedroom and my quilt cover got ripped! Luckily it's pretty old... still haven't found one I'm in love with.
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Post by: Emme on February 07, 2013, 07:02:02 am
Quote from: Amy :-) on February 06, 2013, 11:51:21 pm
Quote from: Emme on February 06, 2013, 09:42:23 pm
Found these cook books on special yesterday,


Do you thiink you will convert any of the recipe Marie? That pie on the front of Rosa's Farm looks delicious. Is it blueberry and almond? :)
The tart on the front is an Almond and fruit tart using fruit of your choice.  I think the one on the cover contains blueberries though.   It also has  ground almonds and flaked almonds.
Re converting the recipes Amy, I would have to get someone with a TM to do that

Cookie, they both have some great looking recipes in. The Farm one was $19.99 and the other $14.99 Yes I know I have enough recipes books but could not resist.  :D :D :D

Marie
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 07, 2013, 07:08:15 am
Thanks Marie. I would like to volunteer to convert the Almond and Fruit Tart if you have time to PM me the recipe ;D ;D
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Post by: Emme on February 07, 2013, 07:11:24 am
Will do Amy  ;D

Marie
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Post by: snappy on February 07, 2013, 08:00:21 am
Quote from: Emme on February 06, 2013, 09:42:23 pm
Found these cook books on special yesterday,

Specials???  Where and how much??

I don't have a cookbook addiction .........
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 07, 2013, 09:00:38 am
LOL snappy ;D

Thanks Marie! :D :-*
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Post by: kyton on February 08, 2013, 11:05:09 pm
Bought 2 of the Aldi spatulas - awesome for getting every little skerrick of food from under the blades.
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Post by: DizzyGirl on February 08, 2013, 11:22:36 pm
Kyton I wish we had an Aldi closer. Hopefully they will still have some when I go to Tamworth next Saturday.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 09, 2013, 01:48:13 am
I'm the same as you DG I. Have a half hour drive to my nearest Aldi but we are getting one this year yeh, keep watching the site for movement, nothing yet.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2013, 04:38:08 am
Sadly I have several thousand km to my nearest Aldi. Please come to WA Mr Aldi?
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Post by: jeninwa on February 09, 2013, 05:37:27 am
I second that cookie.
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Post by: Nikkit on February 09, 2013, 06:10:45 am
I third it cookie!

We need a bit more competition over here don't we?
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2013, 08:08:32 am
We certainly do. I am so sick of not being able to buy the brand I want in the stupidmarkets.
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Post by: Brumington on February 09, 2013, 09:23:13 am
I'm a recent Aldi convert and loving it. I'm doing all shopping including animal food, toiletries etc for about $150 a week.  I get my fruit and veg from the local market so I love their quality but if I've ever bought fruit and veg from Aldi I've found it very nice. Love their dishwasher tabs. $7 for 40 tabs if I remember correctly. Bought a wok last week for $6!
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Post by: kezza on February 09, 2013, 10:26:43 am
I 'fourth' it cookie!  I loved Costco when I went to Sydney.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2013, 10:46:22 am
I've never been inside a Costco but love Aldi when we are over East.
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Post by: maddy on February 09, 2013, 10:59:18 am
A Venetian tri-fold mirror for a  mantle rejuvenation

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d4ad36a6444654daf321db7efdd8c6ef.jpg)

And a new stock pot, from Reiss enamelware.....I just love this stuff!!!!, and also the pink pot in front of pic

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Post by: Kimmyh on February 09, 2013, 11:00:56 am
Evening Maddy. Gorgeous purchases as always. :)
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Post by: maddy on February 09, 2013, 11:03:56 am
Hi Kimmy  :)
I saw many gorgeous things, but showed much self control....I was in Pako Street, say no more  :P
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 09, 2013, 11:10:40 am
;) say no more
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on February 09, 2013, 12:03:40 pm
an update on my returned Circulon pan.  It was sent back to Melborne  and they rang to tell me that " as a good will gesture" they would replace the pan and provide me with instructions on how to care for it !!!!!
The pan was less that's two years old, had never been in a dishwasher and only used on induction which is a very even heat.  They said I had not looked after it which is incorrect as all my other pans are older and have no problems with any other brand 

When I went in to DJ to pick it up today, the sales assistant tried to give me a tiny frypan, when I told her that the one that I returned was a 31 cm skillet she said it was because I hadn't looked after it!!!!

I politely told her that I expected the SAME PAN to be replaced and after a while she agreed.
I won't be buying that brand again!!!
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Post by: goldfish on February 09, 2013, 12:47:07 pm
Wouldn't touch them with a 10 foot pole, GHM!!! ... And I'd be giving DJs a miss also.... arrogant impolite inappropriate comments from staff are reason enough to shop elsewhere!
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 09, 2013, 12:51:08 pm
Good work GHM! How sneaky of DJ assistant to try and fob you off with a smaller `replacement'
They must feel so much better playing the blame game rather than considering that just maybe this product was faulty.
It pays to be politely assertive at times :)
I'm pleased you got a replacement, will be interesting to see how this one goes....

@kimmy.....did your parcel turn up okay? Hope so :)
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Post by: djinni373 on February 09, 2013, 01:41:38 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on February 09, 2013, 12:03:40 pm
she said it was because I hadn't looked after it!!!!

I politely told her that I expected the SAME PAN to be replaced and after a while she agreed.
I won't be buying that brand again!!!
Well done Greyhoundmum. I hope you have better luck than I did. The pans I got as replacements were no better than the ones I returned. In the end I figured it wasn't worth the angst. Threw the whole circulon set and won't be buying non stick pans anytime soon >:(.
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Post by: stacelee on February 09, 2013, 05:36:06 pm
I've never quite been able to bring myself to buy expensive frypans and saucepans. I'm still using a couple of sets of commercial saucepans that were given to me when I first left home (I'm more fond of them now than I was the night I was given them....my father dumped them in the middle of my bedroom when I was asleep and I nearly killed myself falling over them when I got up.)  My favourite frypans are black iron pans that I liberated from work....they are indestructable, survive teenagers and husbands and only require a light oil wipeover to maintain.  I also have a aldi griddle plate that for $20 was a fantastic purchase.

My latest purchase is a 6-in-1 to replace my 5-in-1 that I love....nothing wrong with the 5-in-1 but I'm about to donate some kitchen appliances including my fryer to a lady in Bundaberg whose house was one of the ones that floated away.  She was left with pretty much nothing apparently.....I can't even begin to imagine what that would be like. 

I also bought some really bright tea towels from spotlight because my normal ones all seem to have grown legs and walked away.  I give away a lot of loaves of bread to my family and usually send them wrapped in a tea towel (clean of course) if they are hot.  I'm threatening to embroidery boomerangs on the new ones so that they remember to give the towels back.
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Post by: Nikkit on February 09, 2013, 09:47:44 pm
Quote from: stacelee on February 09, 2013, 05:36:06 pm
I've never quite been able to bring myself to buy expensive frypans and saucepans.

Me either stacelee. My pots and pans (a stainless set - 3 saucepans, frypan and a pot) I bought over 20 years ago in Cairns when my now hubby and I moved onto his yacht in the Torres Straits. They lived in a very salty environment for 5 years and then came with us when we moved west.  I think they cost $100 for the set - which was expensive back then - and are still all as good as they day we bought them. I do look at all the nice stuff in the shops, but just can't part with the old faithfuls!
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Post by: maddy on February 09, 2013, 10:37:54 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on February 09, 2013, 12:03:40 pm
an update on my returned Circulon pan.  It was sent back to Melborne  and they rang to tell me that " as a good will gesture" they would replace the pan and provide me with instructions on how to care for it !!!!!

That's a bit patronising GHM   :-)).  sure, some people don't follow the instructions for use, but they shouldn't assume everyone is the same, and acknowledge there could be a fault  or flaw with their products.

Honestly, I haven't had any longevity with any frypan, other than the Swiss Diamond range.  I have been replacing when on special.
Also I don't use olive oil for cooking or on the heat....I think that has helped too.
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Post by: courton on February 10, 2013, 01:47:10 am
Maddy,, the reason I bought the Swiss Diamond griddle and pan was because I read your very complimentary comments about it! I love them.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 10, 2013, 01:59:21 am
Good on you GHM. What annoys me is some sales assistants carry on as if you are asking them to pay for it out of their own pocket and nit the company's! Drives me mad.

Sorry GP, forgot to update. Yes one package has arrived and have confirmed the other two were posted the day after the fire. Phew! All good here.
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Post by: jeninwa on February 10, 2013, 02:38:48 am
I'm needing new pans, most of mine are scanpans which I will never buy again, even my Bessemer ware didn't stand up to DS #1 when he house sat a year ago. We don't know what he did to them, but they have never been the same again.
GHM how rude of that sales lady, hope you are going to complain about how condescending she was to you.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2013, 03:06:10 am
I bought stainless steel saucepans, with a copper base covered by stainless steel in 1977 when we returned from our first round of country service. I loved them then and I still love them. I bought a Baccarat frying pan  stainless steel about 10 years ago and it is still going strong. Non stick never lasts in this house as DH scrubs them too hard.

Years ago we were camped at Shell Beach near Shark Bay and some young guys had caught a fish and had nothing to cook it in. We lent them our non stick frying pan. ( a cheap one, but new). They cooked the fish over an open fire and were so proud of themselves when they returned the pan next morning, almost sparkling. The non stick must have been hard to get off. They didn't speak English very well so what could we say except be how pleased at the way they had cleaned it up for us.
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Post by: Halex on February 10, 2013, 03:09:36 am
LMAO

 :D
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Post by: goldfish on February 10, 2013, 03:42:32 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 10, 2013, 03:06:10 am

Years ago we were camped at Shell Beach near Shark Bay and some young guys had caught a fish and had nothing to cook it in. We lent them our non stick frying pan. ( a cheap one, but new). They cooked the fish over an open fire and were so proud of themselves when they returned the pan next morning, almost sparkling. The non stick must have been hard to get off. They didn't speak English very well so what could we say except be how pleased at the way they had cleaned it up for us.

 ;D ;D  Bless their hearts!!  This story reminds me of one I heard years ago about a young Western woman about to be married to a Chinese gentleman.  So eager was she to impress her future inlaws that she got to work in the kitchen and scrubbed (and scrubbed) all the woks until they glistened . . . .all those years of building up the breath of the wok gone in a day . . . . your heart just had to go out to her .!!
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Post by: Amanda on February 10, 2013, 04:23:58 am
Must not look at POK today. :(
Must not look at POK today. :(
Must not look at POK today. :(

But I want those Sabatier knives soooo badly!
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Post by: obbie on February 10, 2013, 04:53:08 am
Buy them Amanda.
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Post by: JenJan on February 10, 2013, 05:24:00 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 10, 2013, 03:06:10 am
I bought stainless steel saucepans, with a copper base covered by stainless steel in 1977 when we returned from our first round of country service. I loved them then and I still love them.

Ooh! Me too Cookie! We bought a set of stainless steel saucepans when we got married and even though I've done my utmost to destroy them over the years (eg sterilizing baby's dummies and boiling them dry, melting the plastic to a black mess!) they've survived and still look and cook really well. I think they were Krona - long gone alas. They have nifty little steam vents which I find useful. A few years ago I added a couple of RACO pans with the same feature, but I can't seem to find them these days. As for non-stick cookware I quite like Swiss Diamond - especially when on sale!
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Post by: Amanda on February 10, 2013, 06:42:15 am
Quote from: obbie on February 10, 2013, 04:53:08 am
Buy them Amanda.

List of reasons to justify purchase.

Don't they look handsome!
My old knives are 14 years old.  They are still perfect (Wusthof) but I could give them to my daughter couldn't I?
Sabatier are the bees knees in knives and are historically significant too.
I'd never have to buy any others in my life.  (Think I used that one when I bought the Wusthof's.)
It's not like I wouldn't get the use out of them.
They'll never be this price again.

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Post by: Mama Fergie on February 10, 2013, 06:43:53 am
Go on Amanda you need, need, need them  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2013, 07:11:14 am
Those reasons sound very good to me Amanda. Go get 'em.
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Post by: Frozzie on February 10, 2013, 07:53:02 am
You should Amanda.. Love hand made French cooking equipment .. Love my mauviel too.. Won't beat it for quality and longevity :)
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Post by: Amanda on February 10, 2013, 08:58:52 am
Am meeting resistance.  :(
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 10, 2013, 10:02:47 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on February 10, 2013, 01:59:21 am
Sorry GP, forgot to update. Yes one package has arrived and have confirmed the other two were posted the day after the fire. Phew! All good here.

That's great to hear Kimmy, and the timing of your other two was perfect also :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 10, 2013, 10:37:41 am
Thanks GP. Looks like we all averted the crisis :)
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Post by: Frozzie on February 10, 2013, 10:54:42 am
Quote from: Amanda on February 10, 2013, 08:58:52 am
Am meeting resistance.  :(

From ones self??
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Post by: obbie on February 11, 2013, 02:34:42 am
who  from Amanda
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Post by: djinni373 on February 11, 2013, 03:19:34 am
Look what Wwths had today for $9.05. Wiltshire smallish bread pans with lids (approx 21cm long x 11cm wide and 10cm deep).
At least I didn't buy any cookbooks ;D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/11/e4usapas.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 11, 2013, 03:24:31 am
I have those. They are great for nice square loaves. You got them for a good price too. I find mine need to be greased well.
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Post by: mcmich on February 11, 2013, 03:26:29 am
Nice buy djinni.  :)
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Post by: djinni373 on February 11, 2013, 03:29:15 am
Thanks for the tip cookie.

Hi mcmich.
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Post by: Yvette on February 11, 2013, 03:32:30 am
Good shopping Gayle are you still alive?
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Post by: djinni373 on February 11, 2013, 03:36:24 am
Aaaww Yvette you are cheeky :D Yes I am still alive but I am spending very long hours hard at work at the keyboard. But at least the end is in sight. Well not really the end, just the end of the really tough bit ;D
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Post by: Yvette on February 11, 2013, 03:40:20 am
Ok that's good to know, let me know when you are free again  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on February 11, 2013, 04:13:15 am
Hi Yvette and Gayle. We should meet up for lunch one day with any other Sydney members that can make it.  :D
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Post by: Yvette on February 11, 2013, 04:48:53 am
That would be nice Mich  :)
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Post by: jeninwa on February 11, 2013, 06:07:47 am
Quote from: jeninwa on February 05, 2013, 02:40:22 am
Couldn't help myself
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I'll tell my DH it's all Maddy's  fault lol
No he won't mind.


These just arrived how quick was that. Love love them. The eggs are for Easter presents. I bought 3.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 11, 2013, 08:04:19 am
Gee that was very quick.
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Post by: kt2 on February 11, 2013, 08:53:27 am
That was super quick! Bet it was a lovely surprise for you though!  ;D
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Post by: maddy on February 11, 2013, 11:35:23 am
glad your happy with them Jen...my goodies arrived today as well  :)
but, I must confess.....I did buy a couple other items the next day, but kept it quiet  ;)....wouldn't want you all to think I had a shopping addiction or anything  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/30c210edc2826bb6241b565cdfc7f235.jpg)
Teflon treated, and so much prettier in person...LOVE it!
And a couple of fold up, washable shopping bags to pop in handbags

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Post by: obbie on February 11, 2013, 08:42:06 pm
Lovely shopping Maddy.

where do you put all.   You must have a big house....
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Post by: Frozzie on February 11, 2013, 08:47:25 pm
Think if I remember Robyn maddy has a shed lol
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Post by: judydawn on February 11, 2013, 10:48:00 pm
We know maddy is the greatest shopper ever born but the biggest problem would be if she was also a hoarder and never got rid of anything.  Seeing the beautiful items she buys though, I can hardly think she would ever get rid of them so she must have plenty of storage areas in her house - right maddy? 
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Post by: Yvette on February 11, 2013, 10:50:35 pm
Good shopping Maddy  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 12, 2013, 12:32:02 am
That handbag is truly beautiful Maddy.
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Post by: Nikkit on February 12, 2013, 06:07:28 am
I bought a new pair of Blundstone boots. No where near as exciting as Maddy's goodies, but necessary so I keep all my toes while in with the horses. But at least these boots will stay on as my oldies have really lost their lacky, and have a hole in them somewhere that makes my socks go soggy if I go near water.
I wonder if they'd ever make Blunnies in the gorgeous colours of Maddys handbag?
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Post by: obbie on February 12, 2013, 06:43:55 am
love them Nikkit
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Post by: Jamberie on February 12, 2013, 09:53:11 am
YAY! New laptop!
So I can do my readings whilst watching tv instead of being cooped up in the study :) :)  -and I can have the forum and facebook open in other tabs whilst I'm studying and working!!! Happy dance :)

What sort you might ask? A white one.
DH is a computer nerd so I just told him I needed a pretty one that can do basic word processing/power point and Internet with an understated case and he delivered :)
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Post by: maddy on February 12, 2013, 11:01:35 pm
Quote from: obbie on February 11, 2013, 08:42:06 pm
where do you put all.   You must have a big house....

Um, tiny house Robyn....big shed  ;)
I keep the storage box companies afloat.
Luckily I have a high style bed, so storage boxes pop under there easily....great for the bags  :)

Quote from: judydawn on February 11, 2013, 10:48:00 pm
We know maddy is the greatest shopper ever born but the biggest problem would be if she was also a hoarder and never got rid of anything.  Seeing the beautiful items she buys though, I can hardly think she would ever get rid of them so she must have plenty of storage areas in her house - right maddy? 

LOL Judy....you say "hoarder" like it's a dirty word  :P
I do give away/donate/purge from time to time, so technically not a hoarder....I like change, but a monster garage sale would not go astray  ;)

And for my latest mix up, I found this tall bird house on eBay

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ff57e2a8eba896c7fecc7b1b3ec08711.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d8749529134a95dff09bb1e28092208a.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on February 12, 2013, 11:10:57 pm
A bit of a change of direction  :D  Is it going outside?

You could start selling on eBay maddy ;) 
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Post by: maddy on February 12, 2013, 11:20:40 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 12, 2013, 11:10:57 pm
  Is it going outside?

No, inside....I wouldn't let birds poop on something so pretty  :D


Quote from: judydawn on February 12, 2013, 11:10:57 pm
You could start selling on eBay maddy ;) 

I have sold stuff before, but the postage side of it is a PITA!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 12, 2013, 11:43:10 pm
I don't presume it arrived in that colour as it is perfect with your walls you obviously are handy in the painting and decorating side of things it is really pretty.
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Post by: maddy on February 13, 2013, 12:33:15 am
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on February 12, 2013, 11:43:10 pm
I don't presume it arrived in that colour as it is perfect with your walls you obviously are handy in the painting and decorating side of things it is really pretty.

Brenda, the walls are that of the eBay seller.....my hubby puts up with a lot, but even he would pick up a brush, and paint over if I made the walls pink  :P

my walls are a pistachio green....with lots of pink things inside  ;)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d4ad36a6444654daf321db7efdd8c6ef.jpg)

the bird house is going to sit on a little white Queen Anne side table, next to a lamp (which is covered in flowers & 2 doves btw  :D)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 13, 2013, 08:53:25 am
Gorgeous, I love that mirror.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2013, 11:41:03 am
I bought  2 pairs of slacks and a pair of shorts today as well as all the food for the week.
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Post by: deedub on February 14, 2013, 03:36:56 am
Just ordered a new quilt cover, to replace the one the dog & cat trashed!


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Post by: Yvette on February 14, 2013, 03:41:22 am
Looks pretty Deedub  :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 14, 2013, 04:43:46 am
Love the mirror Maddy, it's perfect ;D

Deedub, I wouldn't mind a quilt like that in winter, it looks very nice :D

New microwave for us, very boring I know :-)) But it came with a free recipe book! :D
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Post by: judydawn on February 14, 2013, 04:47:24 am
Love the quilt too deedub, it's nice to have a change so the animals probably thought it was time  ;)

I never find kitchen appliances boring Amy.
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 14, 2013, 04:53:54 am
Judy, I just thought it might be boring compared to some of the amazing things that Maddy buys! ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 14, 2013, 04:55:57 am
Well yes, probably is but we all need up to date kitchen applicances, especially when we have a new kitchen  ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on February 15, 2013, 06:34:21 am
I was suppose to go shopping for a new fridge, but got side tracked and bought this instead lol

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A Hyundai i20
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Post by: obbie on February 15, 2013, 06:35:59 am
Jen you win. :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on February 15, 2013, 06:49:08 am
I'm green with envy :-))
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 15, 2013, 06:58:58 am
very nice car my dd just bought a new Mazda 3 wish we all fitted in a smaller car hope, did you get your fridge too?
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Post by: judydawn on February 15, 2013, 06:59:34 am
It's a bummer when you take a wrong turning Jen - well done!  
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Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2013, 07:11:06 am
A lovely green car beats a white or silver fridge any day. BUT will the car keep the food cold?
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Post by: kt2 on February 15, 2013, 07:39:53 am
Congratulations Jen, it's very nice!  :D
I love how you got side tracked from buying a fridge to buying a car! LOL!  :D :D
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Post by: jeninwa on February 15, 2013, 08:01:56 am
Thanks everyone, just love the car and the colour sold me. Have been planning on getting a new car for awhile, I had/ have a Getz, don't need a big car, we have a 4 wheel drive.
The fridge was getting to hard as it has to be 1700mm high and have only found 2 one the same as I already have and not that happy with it. Most new fridges are a lot taller, so it's find one the right size or remove the over head cupboards, which I don't really want to lose.
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Post by: kt2 on February 15, 2013, 08:17:03 am
I understand your frustration with fridge shopping Jen, ours is a smaller than average size and is also hard to find one to fit the space available.  :(
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Post by: Katiej on February 15, 2013, 08:25:48 am
Great car Jen  ;D
Hopefully you will have luck finding the right size fridge soon.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 15, 2013, 10:17:09 am
Great car Jen. Congratulations.
Mum and dad had the same problem too. Not much choice out there.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 15, 2013, 10:47:48 am
Love your new car Jen ;D Great colour too,it will be easy to pick it out in any car park ;)
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Post by: judydawn on February 15, 2013, 11:29:47 am
Look what came today, isn't it great?  Thanks AB, I will wear it with pride.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 15, 2013, 12:37:34 pm
Love it!
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on February 15, 2013, 01:17:42 pm
Love the new car Jen, enjoy!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 15, 2013, 02:00:13 pm
The apron is lovely Judy.You are clever AB ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 15, 2013, 08:39:26 pm
Just catching up on this thread as well. Maddy you are a champion. Love the car Jen. Nikkit the boots are very sexy. Wouldn't be the same in a colour. I,had a lot of trouble buying a fridge too Jen. The new ones are  a taller style. My new one fit in the space alright by the measurements but did not take into account  the hinges so I have to open the fridge doors to get to open the overhead cupboard!  Not a real problem though.

Good to see everyone still shopping.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on February 15, 2013, 08:58:59 pm
Jen gréât little car.. I have the i30 and love it.. Fabulous little car..good luck finding the right fridge..

Jd how lucky you are. Ab you are clever and generous.. Gréât aprons..
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Post by: DizzyGirl on February 15, 2013, 09:01:42 pm
So much great shopping happening lately.

Maddy as always your purchases are gorgeous

Jen... Love the car. I hope you find a fridge soon
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 15, 2013, 09:27:36 pm
Thanks for the compliments, I'm making a limited number just as requests come in $25 posted to you.  Jen I love the colour of you car, safe travels in it.
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Post by: Frozzie on February 15, 2013, 09:34:00 pm
Ooo good to know ab thx
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Post by: Emme on February 15, 2013, 11:24:37 pm
Love the car Jen and I know all about the problems getting a fridge the right size.  A real pain.   ;D

Marie

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Post by: Kimmyh on February 16, 2013, 02:01:03 am
Wow love it Judy. You are very clever AB.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on February 16, 2013, 04:24:38 am
Love the aprons AB, look fabulous!
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Post by: cookie1 on February 16, 2013, 06:32:39 am
Lovely apron Judy. AB is a clever lady.
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Post by: kt2 on February 18, 2013, 05:05:29 am
How's your new car going Jen? Have you picked it up yet?  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on February 18, 2013, 06:52:58 am
Our lovely local coffee supplies shop is closing down  :'(
so I picked up a new milk frothing jug in the weekend at 50% off - the handle fell off our old jug a few months ago, and we've been making do with measuring jug since then, so this is a BIG improvement.   8)
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Post by: johnro on February 18, 2013, 09:18:07 pm
Ice cream machines (http://www.yourhomedepot.com.au/brands/cuisinart/ice-cream-makers/) on a good deal for those who may be interested or those who could be tempted xx
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Post by: Frozzie on February 18, 2013, 09:21:54 pm
Mine is in shipping lol!! Grrrr
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Post by: maddy on February 18, 2013, 11:51:59 pm
Love the apron Judy  8)

How exciting Jen!!  8)....beats a fridge, hands down  :D



(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4a43e5efb64c1425885ae0210125321e.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b1dcf49248b77d330787f4553c53b87f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6354e21a6caefb365408b4cad847c925.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3cfbe61b92a206d54dd0cebe30c923bd.jpg)


.....I know  (http://yoursmiles.org/ssmile/fun/s0245.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/s-fun.php?page=2)
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 19, 2013, 12:34:11 am
Oh Maddy, Maddy, Maddy! LOL
Your double purchases remind me of how my Father often shopped...two pair of shoes, two shirts etc, luckily he only
brought large ticket items like cars, tractors and farm equipment singularly, but you leave him for dust in the consistency
stakes...hehe, go Maddy!

PS I'm getting paranoid about pink, I now see it everywhere and always makes me think of you, gosh you're thought of a lot, I hope I get to meet you one day :D
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Post by: obbie on February 19, 2013, 12:36:30 am
pink is fantastic, my favorite color too GF.

love the shopping Maddy.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2013, 01:02:10 am
Maddy you are doing an important thing for our economy. Keep it up.
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Post by: obbie on February 19, 2013, 08:32:40 pm
Maddy I wish people bought pumps from me like you do your shopping... :)

One today, one in a couple of days, just in case.. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 20, 2013, 12:47:01 am
obbie, if you paint two of em pink, Maddy could buy a couple to help you out hehe
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Post by: Nikkit on February 20, 2013, 04:28:31 am
And add a little bling and a flower or 2...
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Post by: obbie on February 20, 2013, 04:31:43 am
love it
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Post by: mab19 on February 20, 2013, 04:54:38 am
Great shopping Maddy :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2013, 11:42:07 am
Sitting here reading my magazines with the iPad and couldn't resist buying this.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/20/esytasat.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on February 20, 2013, 11:49:52 am
Oooh, that cover is so pretty Cookie!!!....I'll look out for the paper version  ;)

GP.....you make me laugh!  :D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 20, 2013, 02:22:49 pm
:D
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Post by: goldfish on February 20, 2013, 07:51:30 pm
Couldn't help googling "Cupcake Heaven"  after seeing Cookie's magazine cover . .  instead came up with this little treasure . .
http://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/cupcake-heaven.htm ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 20, 2013, 09:22:57 pm
GF, those little cupcakes look delightful, I've just taken pictures of them and the recipes, not making them yet I decided this morning I would loose a couple of kilo's,   Yeh good luck with that,  every time I open  the forum there is something I want to make. :D
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Post by: Yvette on February 20, 2013, 10:23:50 pm
Yes this forum is really bad for our waistlines  ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 21, 2013, 01:39:03 am
ditto
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Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2013, 03:41:49 am
What waistline? ???
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Post by: goldfish on February 21, 2013, 03:45:28 am
you, too, huh?!?!? :-)) ??? ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2013, 03:57:14 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :D :D :D

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Post by: obbie on February 21, 2013, 04:30:50 am
look what turned up today
Thanks Brenda

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Post by: Yvette on February 21, 2013, 04:34:12 am
Very nice Robyn
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Post by: goldfish on February 21, 2013, 04:36:22 am
Looks beautiful Obbie!! Very special indeed!!
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 21, 2013, 04:38:47 am
Beatiful apron Robyn! Well done Brenda :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 04:45:12 am
Ooo cant wait for mine...

Bought the iPad mini in white/silver today.. Looks good.. Perfect size!
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Post by: Girlpower247 on February 21, 2013, 05:23:19 am
Oh that's so pretty obbie....wait till Maddy sees your post haha
Great job Brenda, you are a clever gal :)
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Post by: kt2 on February 21, 2013, 05:26:27 am
Quote from: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 04:45:12 am
Ooo cant wait for mine...

Bought the iPad mini in white/silver today.. Looks good.. Perfect size!

You will love it Frozzie!
They are such a great size, very convenient. Mine goes in my bag wherever I go!  ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 21, 2013, 05:26:54 am
I asked for pink instead of black... ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 06:04:18 am
Mine is a little different.. Will post a pic when it arrives :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 21, 2013, 11:10:22 am
Thank you for mine too Brenda. Its amazing. I went for black. Thought it might be easier to keep clean ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2013, 11:18:48 am
That's why mine is dark too Kimmy. But then it shows up the flour well! When I do bread I am rather messy , not sure why ;) :).
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 21, 2013, 11:47:57 am
Me too....thinks its because I talk with my hands ;D

My track suit pants are black and everytime I bath the boys before netball, I get covered in little baby powder fingerprints :)
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Post by: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 08:51:54 pm
Quote from: kt2 on February 21, 2013, 05:26:27 am
Quote from: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 04:45:12 am
Ooo cant wait for mine...

Bought the iPad mini in white/silver today.. Looks good.. Perfect size!

You will love it Frozzie!
They are such a great size, very convenient. Mine goes in my bag wherever I go!  ;D

I do love it.. Fantastic size...find its perfect .. The latest ipad has a slighty faster processer and retina display but other than that same thing...im very happy with my purchase :)
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Post by: Wonder on February 21, 2013, 09:55:51 pm
Great apron Robyn.

Frozzie you will love the mini iPad, I find it so much more portable than the full size.
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Post by: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 10:04:55 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/22/6amevenu.jpg)

My new apron.. Thanks AB!!
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Post by: Frozzie on February 21, 2013, 10:09:25 pm
Quote from: Wonder on February 21, 2013, 09:55:51 pm
Great apron Robyn.

Frozzie you will love the mini iPad, I find it so much more portable than the full size.

Im fighting the kids off who have their own ipad but want the mini lol.. Nope all mine!! 😁
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Post by: Wonder on February 21, 2013, 10:14:20 pm
Our kids now how the two older full size iPads but still wanted to use mine so for the first time I've passcode protected it and won't tell anyone the passcode. They don't even bother asking anymore.

The apron looks great.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 21, 2013, 10:33:06 pm
I am so pleased everyone likes their aprons, thanks girls, you will note that there is a small gap between thermo mix as Thermomix is a registered name.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2013, 10:35:45 pm
It looks as if the aprons are keeping you pretty busy AB, it was a great idea and those of us who have them are very pleased with them.
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Post by: obbie on February 21, 2013, 11:44:15 pm
love mine, Thanks Brenda... :)
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Post by: obbie on February 21, 2013, 11:54:32 pm
Now I know why my Daughters glasses costs so much, $500

Guess frames..
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Post by: cookie1 on February 22, 2013, 02:59:47 am
Lovely aprons.
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Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2013, 04:09:24 am
CC, lookie lookie - an apron arrived in the post today for you.  You will have to wait until you come over for the retreat though, the goodies are piling up here for you ;D   Thanks Brenda.
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Post by: Yvette on February 22, 2013, 04:33:46 am
CC will have to leave extra room in her suitcase for all her goodies  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on February 22, 2013, 06:06:49 am
Cc will have to pack lightly or pay excess lol!!

I bought a bunch of clothes for the kids today... Some storage containers half price and some sml magnetic spice containers that were reduced to 50c each.. Took the whole box lol...i was quite good considering and bought nothing for myself
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 22, 2013, 06:11:40 am
 ;) ;) ;) CC wanted one right from the start, now she has to wait... ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on February 22, 2013, 06:22:43 am
Poor cc 😁
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Post by: snappy on February 22, 2013, 08:04:34 am
So, my parents are on hols in Hawaii at the moment and have plenty of spare room in their suitcase.  For those of you who have been to Hawaii what's great value?  I am going to get them to buy up big!
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Post by: Frozzie on February 22, 2013, 08:07:04 am
Go snappy.. Ask hally and a few others who regularly go to hawaii..
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Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2013, 08:23:37 am
CC only has to say the word and I will post them over to her - what do you say CC?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 22, 2013, 08:50:44 am
What a gorgeous apron,it's perfect ;D What a clever person you are AB,thank you :-* :-* It's lovely having something personalized that I will be able to show the family  ;)
Don't post them Judy,I'll collect them when I come on the retreat, ;) ;D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on February 22, 2013, 10:12:10 am
I "splurged" on some new fitness clothing to replace my really daggy stuff. I was really Impressed with the new Michelle Bridges range at Big W. I got 2 pairs of pants, 3 tops and a jacket for $110, and best of all, some of it is green  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on February 22, 2013, 08:17:19 pm
.... and I've just received my gorgeous apron from AB!!!  Amazing work. :) thank you!!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/23/ranajada.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on February 22, 2013, 08:53:39 pm
Me too, thanks Brenda
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 22, 2013, 09:41:15 pm
Thanks girls I have enjoyed making them.
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Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2013, 11:44:41 pm
I like the cursive embroidery used on GF's apron Brenda, did she ask specifically for it to be done like that?
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Post by: goldfish on February 22, 2013, 11:47:56 pm
I left it up to AB Judy... :)
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Post by: Frozzie on February 22, 2013, 11:51:14 pm
Jd i asked ab to do it for mine and now she is doing it for others... I wanted cursive so thought id ask if it was possible. :)
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2013, 12:30:52 am
Ah yes, I remember you saying you had asked for something special now.  They are all nice, cursive or plain printing.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 23, 2013, 12:35:53 am
Thanks Kim you opened a new perspective , sorry for those who just got plain ;). 
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Post by: Frozzie on February 23, 2013, 12:46:56 am
Some ppl prefer plain font ab.. They are all lovely jst as youknow i preferred the cursive 😁
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2013, 12:50:07 am
Yes, I agree with Kim AB - best to give people a choice though.
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Post by: goldfish on February 23, 2013, 12:52:40 am
AB they're all absolutely gorgeous and wonderfully unique!!  I've loved each one that I've seen on here!!! It's an amazing idea - and you've done an amazing job with them all . .:D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 23, 2013, 01:07:55 am
I shall have to make Myself another one with a BIGGER  head strap.   ;D
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Post by: mab19 on February 23, 2013, 03:00:42 am
Bought myself a new roasting pan yesterday.  Priced at $249.95 got it for $39.95  ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 23, 2013, 03:08:51 am
Wow Mab that is my kind of bargain, well done,.
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Post by: maddy on February 23, 2013, 03:56:03 am
Quote from: mab19 on February 23, 2013, 03:00:42 am
Bought myself a new roasting pan yesterday.  Priced at $249.95 got it for $39.95  ;D

WoW, what brand was it Mab?

AB....such a clever clogs  8) aprons look fantastic!!

I picked up these food covers from the reject shop...I think they're too cute!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3571bb7a7003a90b59341c7186ae191e.jpg)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 23, 2013, 04:31:28 am
They are cute I might check out my reject shop tomorrow it's too hot to go out today.
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Post by: mab19 on February 23, 2013, 05:04:46 am
Quote from: maddy on February 23, 2013, 03:56:03 am
Quote from: mab19 on February 23, 2013, 03:00:42 am
Bought myself a new roasting pan yesterday.  Priced at $249.95 got it for $39.95  ;D

WoW, what brand was it Mab?




Maddy, the brand is Techtonic made by Stanley Rogers.  

Love the look of your food covers too :)
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Post by: Katiej on February 23, 2013, 05:28:19 am
The food covers look cute Maddy.

Love seeing everyone's aprons, they look so nice. Great work AB!
Makes me sorry I don't wear an apron when I cook, never have (I think it's perhaps because my Mum never wore one). I wonder if I'm the only apronless cook around?
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2013, 05:33:55 am
Yes you probably are Katie and how you don't end up wiping your hands on your clothes is beyond my imagination even though you have told me about the tea towels you use  ;D  Maybe DH would wear one, he does the cooking a few nights a week ;)
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 23, 2013, 07:56:28 am
I don't wear one either all though I bought 2 aprons last week and have a couple in my cupboard, I use a tea towel chucked over my shoulder,  my mum always wears one as does dad when he cooks
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 23, 2013, 07:58:16 am
I'm another apronless cook Katie ;D Maybe we should start a club!

My cooking mess doesn't usually get on me.... just all the surrounding benches ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on February 23, 2013, 08:55:46 am
I'm another apronless cook :)
I did buy one a couple of weeks ago because I thought seeing as everyone else used one, they might be useful...but I keep forgetting to wear it as I don't want to get it dirty!
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Post by: Amy :-) on February 23, 2013, 08:57:43 am
LOL Jam!! :D :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 23, 2013, 09:03:17 am
The 2 I bought are gorgeous but way too long for me being only 5 foot I could do myself an injury so tomorrow I'm taking it to mum's to get shortened then I'll wear it, if I remember .......
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Post by: courton on February 23, 2013, 09:48:29 am
oh dear! Sorry to hear that Suzanne. In fact, the aprons I am sampling at the moment  and hopefully will market sometime soon are smaller in size. I am trying to provide a few different sizes and styles for exactly this reason. The ones I am sampling at the moment are very different to the current ones - in terms of colour and design.
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2013, 10:39:55 am
I'm not very tall but they are fine for me.  In fact the Thermomix one I have is even longer and that doesn't bother me either.  I have all shapes and sizes in my aprons - love them all. 
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Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2013, 11:57:27 am
I'm nor generally an apron wearing person but now that I have one with Cookie1 on I am trying to wear it. I usually get flour all over me when I make bread doughs.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 23, 2013, 12:15:17 pm
no sorry's needed, I love them and do prefer them above the knee but easier for me to shorten than to lengthen ;D
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Post by: Wonder on February 23, 2013, 12:38:06 pm
Katie I'm another who can't wear and apron. I don't very often get that messy and if I do it normally washes off easily. I find the feel of an apron very restrictive. I'll wear one if I'm dressed up while cooking but otherwise don't worry.
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Post by: MEP on February 23, 2013, 01:52:45 pm
I love the aprons AB. Can I order one please? Are you taking orders anymore?

Thanks
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Post by: Halex on February 23, 2013, 10:03:37 pm
I have 2 aprons & I just forget to wear them.

Flour, ooh yes everywhere ;D

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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 23, 2013, 10:20:02 pm
Yes Meb would love to make you one I will PM you.
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Post by: Halex on February 23, 2013, 10:30:07 pm
Myer had Le Creuset on sale.

Friday I bought 4 small rectangle dishes for individual portions or making slightly different veg or pasta dishes to everyones liking.

Sometimes my lasagna is just too much for my dish & I have enough to make 1 extra portion. These dishes would  be great for this too.
 :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 23, 2013, 11:41:55 pm
I am a new apron convert. Before Xmas I did not own one. I now have four!! Just need to remember to wear them.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on February 24, 2013, 07:05:16 am
Hi AB I would like to buy an apron too! can you PM me the details?  thanks
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Post by: consumerate on February 24, 2013, 09:14:23 am
Recently I have purchased a couple of things that I think are worth sharing:
(http://ntphealthproducts.com.au/cart/images/P/90021.jpg)
These are brilliant for coffee and especially good for crio bru.  Available at the moment from here (http://ntphealthproducts.com.au/cart/FRIELING-SINGLE-GOLDPLATED-FILTER.html).  Cheaper to buy direct from USA but everywhere seems to be sold out currently.

and

thai fisherman pants from teh pants (http://www.tehpants.com.au/index.php)
I have been buying these for quite a few years.  Cheap, 100% cotton, hard wearing and very comfortable.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2013, 11:34:20 am
They both look interesting, especially the pants.
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Post by: consumerate on February 24, 2013, 11:40:30 am
I should have mentioned that the teh pants people offer great service. Nothing but nice things to say about them. Bought my first lot from the Mindil beach markets in Darwin. Have bought them online since then.
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Post by: droverjess on February 24, 2013, 01:37:59 pm
I'd be lost without my aprons.... They are always in the wash...... And without that could be my clothes!
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Post by: Yvette on February 24, 2013, 11:15:07 pm
I don't wear an apron either  :)
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Post by: obbie on February 25, 2013, 12:06:26 am
Lock n lock is on special at TVSN :)
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Post by: Wonder on February 25, 2013, 12:24:47 am
Thanks Robyn, I'll have a look.

I probably should have thought to put my latest shopping on here for those who didn't see my seperate thread - a home Tandoor.

http://www.tandoorliving.com.au/Tandoor-oven-products-buy.html (http://www.tandoorliving.com.au/Tandoor-oven-products-buy.html)
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Post by: Brumington on February 25, 2013, 01:36:00 am
Quote from: Wonder on February 25, 2013, 12:24:47 am
Thanks Robyn, I'll have a look.

I probably should have thought to put my latest shopping on here for those who didn't see my seperate thread - a home Tandoor.

http://www.tandoorliving.com.au/Tandoor-oven-products-buy.html (http://www.tandoorliving.com.au/Tandoor-oven-products-buy.html)

So you bought it?  I'm extremely jealous. I'd love to know how you go with it.
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Post by: Wonder on February 25, 2013, 02:17:05 am
Yep bought Thursday, delivered  Saturday and cooking Sunday  ;D. We are very happy so far, I'll keep the other thread updated with things we cook for a little while.
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Post by: Brumington on February 25, 2013, 02:37:14 am
I will read with envy!
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Post by: Jamberie on February 25, 2013, 03:31:42 am
Had some retail therapy today......
Small bread tins from Target were $2.83 for 2  :) So I bought 6  :-))

I also found this cute Cookie Jar for $15 and the Wilton's starter deorating set......and DD got lots of clothes  :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 25, 2013, 05:39:37 am
750ml jar of Heilala Vanilla Bean paste arrived in post from NZ. $81 all up. Bargain!
Normally pay $25 for 100ml here.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2013, 11:20:55 am
I love my projection clock and temp. My ceiling says this ......

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/25/yzupe6ed.jpg)


Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on February 25, 2013, 11:23:16 am
I must get some CP, it is a good price.

Gert what does your ceiling say?.  8.55?
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2013, 11:31:58 am
Ha ha, you have to,scroll  to the left  and it says  21:17 and  28.7 degrees. I just turned the a/c on. I think it is neat.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 25, 2013, 11:33:36 am
That is really cool Gert.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 25, 2013, 11:38:44 am
I love it. I had a clock one similar that I got from a cereal packet years ago. It died quickly though. Where did you buy it from please Gert? They are great for camping.
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Post by: judydawn on February 25, 2013, 11:40:43 am
How did you do that Gretchen, can we have a photo of the projection gadget too please?
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2013, 11:43:42 am
I love it. Think it is cool too. National Geographic Shop. Oregon Projection Clock. RA622P in black. I paid $50.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2013, 11:47:55 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/25/mehyjeru.jpg)

Here it is Judy.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on February 25, 2013, 11:51:36 am
Thanks Gretchen, cool gift for someone.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2013, 11:57:14 am
Nowi know what time it is every time I get up for a pee in the night!

Yes judy  it would make a Nice gift for the gadget person. Absolutely silly of course but cool.

Might be good for kids to tell them do not get out of bed until...........

Gert
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Post by: jo_nz on February 25, 2013, 06:36:12 pm
I gave a projection clock (a cheapie) to my nephew years ago, and he loved it.  My sis wasn't too sure about it at first, but it ended up being a bit of a big kids night light and just enough light for him to get out of bed to take himself to the bathroom etc.  So, yes, great for kids. 
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Post by: mcmich on February 25, 2013, 06:40:32 pm
Very cool idea Gert.  8)
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Post by: Emme on February 25, 2013, 07:49:21 pm
A great idea Gert, I won't get asked "what's the time" all the time.  :D :D :D

Marie
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Post by: obbie on February 25, 2013, 08:46:56 pm
Love it Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on February 26, 2013, 03:10:17 am
The clock is on DH's side and I can only see it when I get up. I'd love one. Must check out the Aust. geographic shop this week.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 26, 2013, 03:32:36 am
I think it is really neat and if you can't sleep you can watch the  minutes tick over!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on February 26, 2013, 03:33:35 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D Gert,,, Are you back home, or still in the unit..
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Post by: gertbysea on February 26, 2013, 03:34:26 am
Home.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on February 26, 2013, 04:15:36 am
POK has wine glasses on sale.
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Post by: JulieO on February 26, 2013, 05:21:51 am
So is the time showing on the ceiling all night?  I think I'd find that too distracting if that's the case, I would keep looking at it.  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on February 26, 2013, 05:23:29 am
I'm the same Julie, I wouldn't be able to sleep. It would have been great before my laser eye surgery though - I always hated not being able to see the clock during the night!
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Post by: gertbysea on February 26, 2013, 05:28:37 am
You can I'm the display nowhere you want , wall ceiling. If it is not using a/c but direct using the batts you can turn it off.

I don't find it distracting where I have placed it.

Gert
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Post by: deedub on February 26, 2013, 05:45:27 am
My 6 in 1 cooker arrived today. Went grocery shopping, and had to take apic of this "bargain". For a minute there I thought my maths skills had deserted me!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/26/a2u4e8u2.jpg)
Hope you can read it. Another sign further down the aisle showed 1 for 3.98 which made more sense!
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Post by: Frozzie on February 26, 2013, 08:03:18 pm
We have one of those clocks gert.. They are great... Saves trying to find a light or a button to see the time and ours isnt that bright so certainly doesnt keep u up... We love ours.. If i wake up ad dont know what time it is i just ave to look up and there it s.. I hate waking up and having no idea what time of the night or morning it is..very handy imo!

Glad your 6 in 1 arrived deebub 😊
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 27, 2013, 01:26:57 am
Thank you girls who bought aprons I have bought a new doona cover.
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Post by: jeninwa on February 27, 2013, 01:41:27 am
Very nice AB.
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Post by: Wonder on February 27, 2013, 01:53:53 am
Looks lovely AB
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Post by: Yvette on February 27, 2013, 02:22:17 am
Looks great AB  :)
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Post by: obbie on February 27, 2013, 02:28:06 am
Lovely AB
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Post by: JulieO on February 27, 2013, 03:19:50 am
Nice cover (and bedroom) AB.  :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 27, 2013, 03:44:15 am
looks lovely in your bedroom AB - and something to remember your hard work by  :-*
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Post by: goldfish on February 27, 2013, 04:11:29 am
It looks very elegant AB!!  Love it!! :D
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Post by: obbie on February 27, 2013, 04:41:54 am
News flash....
Everton has a sale

could be tempted for a ice cream machine.. :) :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 27, 2013, 05:01:29 am
I'm glad you bought something nice AB. We have lovely aprons too.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 27, 2013, 05:03:17 am
Which ice-cream maker are you looking at Robyn?  ;D
Your bedroom AB is very pretty  ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 27, 2013, 05:57:23 am
cusinart on special at everton, free post too
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 27, 2013, 06:00:28 am
I was looking at those too, have you heard much about them
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Post by: maddy on February 27, 2013, 06:27:09 am
Quote from: obbie on February 27, 2013, 05:57:23 am
cusinart on special at everton, free post too

Robyn, have you also checked out KWD  http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Brands/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Makers
Or
 Your Home Depot  http://www.yourhomedepot.com.au/brands/cuisinart/ice-cream-makers/

...........Suzanne, a lot of us are happy with the cuisinart machines  ;)



Today I bought tickets for DS & Hubby for

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fa0240701a69b5b142b272ced6d7e0c4.jpg)

Early Bday pressie for DS

And tickets for Mum & Dads Bday next month for the Buddy Holly concert, 75 years on

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/517f69927fedb71c27d3c79738e46dac.jpg)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 27, 2013, 07:38:07 am
Maddy I went to the live show of the Buddy Holly Story probably about 15 years ago  . It was great I really enjoyed it.
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Post by: Emme on February 27, 2013, 07:55:14 am
Lovely doona cover AB  :)

Marie
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Post by: Emme on February 27, 2013, 07:59:35 am
I have the Cuisinart Icecream maker with compressor and so far have had no problems with it.  It gets used every week, sometimes twice. 

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on February 27, 2013, 08:14:31 am
AB, love your purchase and your bedroom - nice to have something to show from your hard work.

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Post by: Kimmyh on February 27, 2013, 08:35:08 am
Lovely AB. Glad you treated yourself.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 27, 2013, 08:51:48 am
I love my bedroom suite it belonged to my late GM , i think she bought it in the 1940‘s she passed 1988 and it was given to me, I always loved it, especially the dressing table.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 27, 2013, 08:57:37 am
love it, but especially the 3 mirrors. Looks like its been well loved as it is in beautiful condition.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 27, 2013, 08:57:48 am
OMG! beautiful.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 27, 2013, 09:00:47 am
Lovely bed cover AB and your bedroom furniture is wonderful.It's in superb condiction :)
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Post by: Emme on February 27, 2013, 09:05:37 am
That is absolutely beautiful AB

Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on February 27, 2013, 09:48:07 am
Lovely AB.. Nice that it was your gm's too

I used to own alot of louis XV oak furniture.. Ended up getting rid of it all and buying more classic modern oak furniture.. Love oak :)
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Post by: judydawn on February 27, 2013, 09:53:05 am
Thanks for showing us the whole bedroom suite AB, it's excellent quality and I fully understand why you love it.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 27, 2013, 11:07:59 am
Beautiful AB I can see why you love it.
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Post by: obbie on February 28, 2013, 05:01:18 am
I bought my DH a iphone 5 on Tuesday afternoon.

I am having fun with it.
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Post by: courton on February 28, 2013, 05:08:05 am
Maddy,, my DH loves buddy holly! Is that showing his age!!!
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Post by: MEP on February 28, 2013, 02:12:17 pm
Gorgeous bedroom suite AB. Can't wait for my apron to arrive. :)
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Post by: nazar on March 01, 2013, 12:49:29 pm
it was a lovely surprise today to find my apron from aussie brenda  in my letterbox
 l had such a crap day at work ,l felt so much better

thank you aussie brenda
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Post by: obbie on March 01, 2013, 07:00:02 pm
Nazar you will love it...
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Post by: cookie1 on March 02, 2013, 08:42:44 am
I bought myself a nice shirt to wear on the plane going to Singapore. It has a pattern, so that you won't notice if I spill my food on myself.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on March 02, 2013, 09:36:29 am
Good thinking Cookie  ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 02, 2013, 10:24:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 02, 2013, 08:42:44 am
I bought myself a nice shirt to wear on the plane going to Singapore. It has a pattern, so that you won't notice if I spill my food on myself.  ;D
you are a smart cookie ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 02, 2013, 11:25:03 am
LOL.
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Post by: maddy on March 03, 2013, 01:13:36 am
I have been submerged for the entire week in my Master 10's room   (http://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/bad/t2102.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/t-bad.php) purging, reorganising, cleaning etc.....lost count of the number of bags for rubbish & donation   :-))

Anyway, I bought these for his new room, as I was sick of the arguments when he went into his sisters room, with his mates, to use hers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c4c1ebfffa557eb6cbdc9749b3b489ee.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/09c125dfae19b5523c29f404c251c6bb.jpg)

Money well spent I think, simply for the peace factor!

Cap organiser x2......tis ridonkulous how many caps one head must have  :-))

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/40e8d7819ee09e3a59c24f270b6e34f7.jpg)

And a couple of storage cubes for his bike & fishing mags, and frames for his sport certificates.

ME....just a large cane hamper to store all the sleeping bags in

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/db94612ce5e7436356a9d30e05b302a1.jpg)

And some lovely sandalwood blocks to put in there, to keep them smelling nice  :)
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Post by: judydawn on March 03, 2013, 01:26:01 am
Nice shopping maddy, does DS like his room - silly question really as who wouldn't  :D  I imagine things will be very peaceful now he has his own entertainment and doesn't need to go into his sister's room - I don't know any teenage girl that would put up with that.
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Post by: maddy on March 03, 2013, 01:38:49 am
oh he loves it....I think it was such an overwhelming task, he just didn't know where to start.
it doesn't help that he is such a collector of crud, but I'm working on it  ;)
His sister really does tolerate so much, but it really isn't fair that these stinky boys invade her space  :P.....2 happy kids  :D
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Post by: obbie on March 03, 2013, 02:45:03 am
Great shopping Maddy, anything for peace....
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Post by: cookie1 on March 03, 2013, 03:18:59 am
I love the cap holder. I seem to be developing a collection of caps. I have a couple of favourites though. My Model A one and another my brother bought me that says, 'another grey nomad'.
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Post by: Wonder on March 03, 2013, 03:59:33 am
Well done Maddy, my son would think all his christmas'shad come at once if we allowed him to have a T.V and xbox in his bedroom.

I'm thinking of buying one of these cute cuisipro mini ice-cream sandwhich makers, has anyone seen them in the shops? The postage is almost as much as the actual product.
http://www.everten.com.au/Cuisipro-Mini-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-Maker-3pc-set.html (http://www.everten.com.au/Cuisipro-Mini-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-Maker-3pc-set.html)
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Post by: courton on March 03, 2013, 04:03:29 am
Wonder, the site is not very cLear as to what it actually does...what is it???
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Post by: Jamberie on March 03, 2013, 04:41:53 am
DH just bought us a new office chair, for more comfortable forum time, facebook working conditions...
(http://media.officeworks.com.au/ims_docs/4F/4FD051D906B66FA0E10080000AF11387.JPG)
I wanted white, but black is all they had...and doesn't show the dirt like some of our white leather....

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Post by: Wonder on March 03, 2013, 05:16:58 am
Courton it makes ice-cream sandwiches. here is a better link
http://frozentreats.cuisipro.com/en/Mini-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-Maker-plu83-7443.html (http://frozentreats.cuisipro.com/en/Mini-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-Maker-plu83-7443.html)
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Post by: Jamberie on March 03, 2013, 05:27:05 am
Thanks for the extra link Wonder...I might need one now!
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Post by: cookie1 on March 03, 2013, 05:28:22 am
They are very clever gadgets.
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Post by: courton on March 03, 2013, 06:42:49 am
Wow! Gorgeous...the next 'must have' tool!
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Post by: Emme on March 03, 2013, 07:19:25 am
Love the idea of the cap holder Maddy, I know just the person who will be getting one of those next Christmas.  Thanks for the idea.   ;D


Marie
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 03, 2013, 08:44:30 am
Love the cap holder Maddy. My two little DS's have sooo many caps already. I am sure they grow in their rooms.
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Post by: Yvette on March 03, 2013, 10:57:57 pm
Your son should be so happy now Maddy it is a great feeling when everything is sorted and purged  :)

My DS has his room set up with tv and wii and playstation, doesn't abuse it though still does homework, piano practice etc
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Post by: obbie on March 03, 2013, 11:02:05 pm
love the look of that Wonder
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Post by: mab19 on March 04, 2013, 04:41:50 am
We bought a house today.  Does this count as shopping?  :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on March 04, 2013, 04:52:36 am
It certainly does Mab. Wow, how exciting.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2013, 04:53:02 am
How exciting for you. Of course it counts as shopping. I think it would even beat Judy's and Jeninwa's cars.
Where abouts did you buy?
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Post by: Yvette on March 04, 2013, 04:53:54 am
Congrats Mab very exciting news  :)
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Post by: mab19 on March 04, 2013, 04:56:37 am
Thanks ladies.  We are still staying in the same town just a slightly smaller house with a much much smaller yard.  Am up to my eyeballs in boxes, boxes and more boxes.  Why do we acumulate so much stuff   :o
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Post by: Emme on March 04, 2013, 06:01:31 am
I would certainly think it counts as shopping Mab.  Wishing you well in your new home  :)

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2013, 06:05:01 am
It sure is shopping Margaret, the best type of shopping.  Of course even though you have downsized, I'm sure there are lots of things you will still want to buy for your new house  ;)  Moving house is the perfect time to get rid of a lot of stuff you have accumulated over the years and really don't need.  That is the only thing I like about moving house.
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Post by: obbie on March 04, 2013, 06:36:43 am
Mab you win with shopping today. Congrats on the new house.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 04, 2013, 08:51:29 am
Quote from: mab19 on March 04, 2013, 04:41:50 am
We bought a house today.  Does this count as shopping?  :D :D
Oh how exciting and you've won the shopping prize for this week ;) :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 04, 2013, 09:02:58 am
Congratulations mab. Not something you buy everyday, but still a purchase.
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Post by: maddy on March 04, 2013, 12:01:55 pm

Quote from: Yvette on March 03, 2013, 10:57:57 pm
My DS has his room set up with tv and wii and playstation, doesn't abuse it though still does homework, piano practice etc

Same here too Yvette  :).  It's really all for my benefit though....I can't stand the game noise when he mates come over, so further away the better  ;)
I picked up a couple of bean bags for him, so room is dunzo now  8)

Mab.....congrats on your new home  8)
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Post by: Jadey on March 04, 2013, 12:57:07 pm
Mab,

Congrats on the new house! What a great shopping day. Good luck with the packing and moving.

Jadey
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Post by: Frozzie on March 04, 2013, 06:41:02 pm
Congrats on the new house mab 😁

Maddy im also one who cant stand game noise.. Got dh some wireless headphones for that reason..
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Post by: Wonder on March 04, 2013, 08:41:15 pm
Congratulations Mab, that's going to be hard for anyone to top.

DS has a wireless headset and its great.
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Post by: jeninwa on March 04, 2013, 11:57:33 pm
Congrats on the new home mab how exciting.
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Post by: Meagan on March 05, 2013, 01:31:08 am
Quote from: Wonder on March 04, 2013, 08:41:15 pm
Congratulations Mab, that's going to be hard for anyone to top.

DS has a wireless headset and its great.

Love wireless headsets for the TV - sanity saver in an open kitchen living room :)
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Post by: obbie on March 08, 2013, 02:25:19 am
Has anyone been shopping :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 08, 2013, 02:29:58 am
only online kids clothes shopping so nothing too exciting ;D
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Post by: Wonder on March 08, 2013, 02:34:54 am
No shopping for me
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Post by: Jadey on March 08, 2013, 02:41:16 am
Things have been very tight recently but I thought I'd get myself a veggie spiraler.

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NDAwWDQwMA==/$T2eC16hHJIYE9qUcQYEtBQ)bolNW6!~~60_1.JPG)

I figure it will help me prep pretty veggies for the veggie tagliatelle. I had to buy a new peeler for it because my current one keeps spitting the blades out. They're removable blades but a pretty loose fit. (I'm also a major sucker for a gadget)

Jadey :)
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Post by: obbie on March 08, 2013, 03:06:33 am
I bought a vege spirler a couple of months ago.  which online store for kids clothes Suzanne.
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 08, 2013, 03:19:03 am
Robyn crazy 8 and little styles
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Post by: obbie on March 08, 2013, 04:35:14 am
googling now Suzanne
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Post by: andiesenji on March 08, 2013, 06:21:41 am
Jadey, I too am a gadgeteer and have collected some really odd ones.  People send me things as well. 
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Post by: Jamberie on March 08, 2013, 08:18:11 am
Thermomix Australia email just came through. I found my way to this...It's now finding its way to me  ;)

(http://crp.expanz.com/TMX/blobs/TMX/ERP.ItemForSale/Image/608.jpg)
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Post by: kt2 on March 08, 2013, 08:23:03 am
I got one too Jamberie!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 08, 2013, 08:36:28 am
I love the pink, but I won't be trading my black one in.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 08, 2013, 08:46:56 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 08, 2013, 08:36:28 am
I love the pink, but I won't be trading my black one in.

As much as I love the pink, I really didn't consider it the first time I saw it as I thought it was too girly for DH to carry around...then I thought "who am I kidding?" DH is never going to take it anywhere anyway, so I'll have what I love thank you very much!!!
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Post by: goldfish on March 08, 2013, 08:53:15 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 08, 2013, 08:36:28 am
.... but I won't be trading my black one in.

Likewise, Cookie!! I do like my black bag....:)
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Post by: maddy on March 08, 2013, 11:29:07 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on March 08, 2013, 08:18:11 am
Thermomix Australia email just came through. I found my way to this...It's now finding its way to me  ;)

(http://crp.expanz.com/TMX/blobs/TMX/ERP.ItemForSale/Image/608.jpg)



......and me too  ;D  as if I wouldn't  :P
perfect for when we finally, one day decide to buy " that" caravan  :P....we're still looking!
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Post by: pumpkin pie on March 09, 2013, 08:50:29 am
Maddyap holder, my hubby has loads of caps, where would you get them from.
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Post by: maddy on March 09, 2013, 09:02:50 am
Quote from: pumpkin pie on March 09, 2013, 08:50:29 am
Maddyap holder, my hubby has loads of caps, where would you get them from.

eBay
 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PERFECT-CURVE-CAP-RACK-Holds-up-to-18-baseball-caps-NEW-/330835600228?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d0756a364&_uhb=1#ht_1798wt_772
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 09, 2013, 10:37:09 am
Things have been hectic here (does it ever change?!?!) and we have bought a house too ;D ;D! ;D  ;D ;D ;D

Though unlike Mab, ours is much larger, with a much larger yard and a pool. Sad thing is we don't know when we will be moving as it has tenants in at at the moment that are looking for a new place ... will just start packing and hope it is well before their lease expires at the end of July  :-)) :-))

Hopefully things will settle down now we have finished house hunting and I get more than a fleeting glance at my beloved forum  :) :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 09, 2013, 10:42:48 am
congratulations faffa ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 09, 2013, 10:45:15 am
That's fantastic news Kathryn.Have you got a lovely big kitchen ;)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on March 09, 2013, 10:45:56 am
Sounds lovely Faffa. Pity you can't move in straight away and enjoy the pool whilst it is still warm.
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 09, 2013, 11:02:47 am
Thanks ladies, the kitchen isn't huge but is much larger than what I have now. Will upload a pic of the kitchen that they used in the ad  ;) (there is a fridge/freezer recess to the left of the oven and a huge walk in pantry behind where the photo was taken from :D)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 09, 2013, 11:03:37 am
That sounds lovely Kathryn.

Dd bought a mini iPad today, so we now have 3 for 3 of us. DH gets to use whatever one is spare.

I bought the latest Camilla Lackberg book. I think I'll start it tonight.
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 09, 2013, 11:05:07 am
gorgeous kitchen
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Post by: Frozzie on March 09, 2013, 11:06:50 am
Lovely faffa... Hope the tenants move out soon.. That would be so frustrating having to wait :(
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Post by: EmeraldSue on March 09, 2013, 11:08:13 am
That kitchen looks lovely. Hope you enjoy cooking in it :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 09, 2013, 11:13:44 am
Congratulations faffa. The kitchen looks big and great.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 09, 2013, 11:31:39 am
Thanks for the photo :-* :-* Walking in pantry... heaven ;)
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Post by: judydawn on March 09, 2013, 11:43:06 am
Kitchen looks good Kathryn and a walk-in pantry is something we all need and want.  Congratulations on your purchase and let's hope those tenants are busy looking for somewhere else to live much sooner than July when their lease is up and not leaving it until the last minute.
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Post by: mcmich on March 09, 2013, 11:58:15 am
Gorgeous kitchen Kathryn.  :D
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Post by: Amy :-) on March 09, 2013, 12:01:24 pm
Congratulations on your "new" house Kathryn :-* That is a lovely looking kitchen :D :D I particularly like the set up of the oven and microwave! ;)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2013, 01:41:54 pm
Oh my I just bought an iPad mini  :-)) don't know how I justified it to myself but there you go it's here now
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 09, 2013, 01:43:16 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2013, 01:41:54 pm
Oh my I just bought an iPad mini  :-)) don't know how I justified it to myself but there you go it's here now

oh oh lucky you!! I am trying to convince DH that they would be a good buy for the kids when their ipod touches die so they leave MY ipad alone  :-)) :-)) I too would love one for my handbag but think I am tough out of luck lol
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Post by: Frozzie on March 09, 2013, 01:46:52 pm
Yay cp they are great arent they... Love my mini.. Prefer it to the norm pad 😁😁
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2013, 01:52:08 pm
Really easy to hold in my hand. Love it, so light. The screen is not as clear as my iPad  but no big problem.
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Post by: Jadey on March 09, 2013, 01:57:03 pm
Wow Kathryn - congrats on the new house. Kitchen looks awesome and we all love a walk in pantry. I initially thought you had a double oven (and almost choked with jealousy) I was wrong but what a huge grill! Very handy. Fingers crossed they move out quickly. My girlfriend had the same issue as you recently and her tennant was bribed out. She basically gave them 1 months free rent with the agreement that they'd be moving out at the end of that month. Tennant was happy and she got to move into her new place, win win.

CP - congrats on the new mini!
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Post by: Frozzie on March 09, 2013, 09:07:39 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 09, 2013, 01:52:08 pm
Really easy to hold in my hand. Love it, so light. The screen is not as clear as my iPad  but no big problem.

I havent noticed a difference in clarity,???
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Post by: Emme on March 09, 2013, 09:14:39 pm
 Congratulations on your new home Kathryn, love the kitchen and yes a walk in pantry would be wonderful.  Wishing you well in your new home and hope you can move in soon.

Marie
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Post by: snappy on March 09, 2013, 10:25:44 pm
Faffa how exciting - the kitchen looks fantastic and I'm so jealous of a walk in pantry!
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Post by: obbie on March 09, 2013, 10:31:40 pm
lovely kitchen Kathryn :)
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Post by: Halex on March 09, 2013, 10:33:55 pm
Faffa, how exciting, kitchen looks great :). Which subrb?

Thinking of buying 2 mini ipads for the males here, sick of Can I use your ipad?!?!

 :)
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Post by: jeninwa on March 10, 2013, 12:25:50 am
Big congratulations on your new home Kathryn hope the tenants move out quick, love the kitchen photo.
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Post by: Katiej on March 10, 2013, 12:47:42 am
Love your new kitchen Kathryn.  Congratulations on the new house, hope you can move in soon.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 10, 2013, 01:03:13 am
Congrations! How exciting faffa  ;D you'll be anxiously waiting to get in and make it your own
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Post by: goldfish on March 10, 2013, 04:29:47 am
For anyone interested in getting the set of  DVDs of Yotam Ottolenghi's Mediterranean Feast (set of 2 DVDs and also includes the Jerusalem episode) it can be preordered here  - release date is 3rd April.

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/dvd/dvd-genres/special-interest-documentary/ottolenghi-s-mediterranean-feast/680051
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Post by: Frozzie on March 10, 2013, 05:35:56 am
Thx gf

Went clothes shopping for dh... Picked up a few items for me too :)
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Post by: Yvette on March 10, 2013, 10:23:47 pm
Congratulations Faffa

Bought two pairs of shoes from Merrell on the weekend so comfortable  :)
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Post by: droverjess on March 10, 2013, 10:55:38 pm
I bought more wool yesterday for joining my 78 squares of the baby blanket I've knitted. Will post pic when done.
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Post by: mcmich on March 10, 2013, 11:05:01 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on March 10, 2013, 10:55:38 pm
I bought more wool yesterday for joining my 78 squares of the baby blanket I've knitted. Will post pic when done.

Would love to see a photo.
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Post by: faffa_70 on March 11, 2013, 12:39:14 am
Oh dear ... you buy a new house and suddenly you need new things lol

Yesterday was a busy day, new couch, new printer, new trainers for me, heaps of potting mix so I can start potting up some plants. I'm sure I will find lots of other things that I suddenly need now  :D
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Post by: mab19 on March 11, 2013, 12:48:06 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on March 09, 2013, 10:37:09 am
Things have been hectic here (does it ever change?!?!) and we have bought a house too ;D ;D! ;D  ;D ;D ;D

Though unlike Mab, ours is much larger, with a much larger yard and a pool. Sad thing is we don't know when we will be moving as it has tenants in at at the moment that are looking for a new place ... will just start packing and hope it is well before their lease expires at the end of July  :-)) :-))

Hopefully things will settle down now we have finished house hunting and I get more than a fleeting glance at my beloved forum  :) :)

Congratulations on your new house faffa.  Sorry I am a bit late with this, I have had my head in boxes until I am tired of the sight of them.

We are leasing our place for two months as of this Thursday as settlement is not until May.  This way we can start moving a lot of the garage and workshop items across.

Still haven't made up my mind about which stove to buy yet.
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Post by: Wonder on March 11, 2013, 01:23:15 am
Congratulations Kathryn, the house sounds lovely and the kitchen looks great.

GF I really like that guy, have just recently started watching him and he has some great recipes and insights into the places he visits.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 11, 2013, 02:42:10 am
Congratulations Faffa!

Today I saw some magnolias for a great price in bunnings so got a few ;D ...I've wanted magnolias for ages, so I'm really pleased.
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 11, 2013, 02:49:46 am
We bought a new tv. Sort of an early birthday present for DH.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on March 11, 2013, 02:14:10 pm
Today my iphone charger converters arrived. iPhone 5 has a different charger and we have  a surplus of the older style chargers for ipads ipods iphones etc in our house The adapter fits over the end to convert the older cables to charge the newer phone. I believe the ipad mini also has the smaller charging pins.  cost me $5 including postage, a lot cheaper than buying a second iPhone charger.
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Post by: jo_nz on March 14, 2013, 12:50:12 am
I was out with DD today, and we came across this doughnut machine on clearance - clearly old stock as the sticker on the box was for a competition that closed in late 2011.

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3817.jpg)

so we had to come home and test it.  Just plain doughnuts from the instruction booklet

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/food/DSCF3818.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on March 14, 2013, 12:51:45 am
They look great Jo  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 14, 2013, 01:13:07 am
Wowee. They are baked too which is wonderful.
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Post by: jo_nz on March 14, 2013, 01:14:26 am
Yup, and the kids will think they are getting a big treat!   ;D
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Post by: obbie on March 14, 2013, 01:43:40 am
I have a white donut machine the same..
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Post by: Wonder on March 14, 2013, 02:50:06 am
We have as well and I don't think we have ever used it!
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 14, 2013, 03:53:08 am
Got my new 6 in 1 yesterday since my old slow cooker broke but took it out of the box to make some pea and ham soup and the silly thing doesn't work rang new wave and they are sending me a new one asap great customer service I must say

More clothes shopping for Lily form Cradle Rock another business with wonderful customer service and free postage if you spend over $75 which isn't hard  :-[

A few bits and bobs from catch of the day and my grocery run easter eggs have been delivered too
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Post by: astarra on March 14, 2013, 04:07:10 am
Does that clothing shop have a web address Suzanne? TIA  ;)
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 14, 2013, 04:11:44 am
Here it is Astarra   http://www.cradlerock.com.au/   some of the sale items are great prices and if you go to brands there is a ssshhh sale section too
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Post by: astarra on March 14, 2013, 04:16:08 am
Thanx!  ;D

I just ordered "What Katie Ate" recipe book... :-))
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Post by: obbie on March 14, 2013, 06:31:52 am
great shopping
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Post by: Jamberie on March 14, 2013, 10:46:03 am
Quote from: jo_nz on March 14, 2013, 12:50:12 am
so we had to come home and test it.  Just plain doughnuts from the instruction booklet

Jo, you'll also find a recipe that Robyn posted for donut machines a while ago here: http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11498.0 (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11498.0)
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Post by: jo_nz on March 14, 2013, 07:00:10 pm
Thanks!
That looks to be the same as the one in the booklet, but great to know it's here since this is where I get ALL my recipes LOL
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Post by: obbie on March 14, 2013, 08:48:17 pm
Thanks Jamberie,  I do use our donut machine for the kids.
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Post by: judydawn on March 15, 2013, 06:50:49 am
Finally bought myself an ergonomic computer chair.  Ordered at the end of January through Groupon and only received yesterday.  I tried to put it together myself last night but all I did was get myself all worked up so I left it until today when I knew my visitors would be able to do it for me.  Still wasn't easy, took them an hour or so but at least it finally came together and is so much better for my back than any other chair I've ever had.
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Post by: astarra on March 15, 2013, 08:03:01 am
Great Judy....
& I notice the forum on your computer screen!!!  ;)  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 15, 2013, 08:24:24 am
I'm glad it is all together Judy and nice and comfortable.
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Post by: judydawn on March 15, 2013, 08:42:58 am
Yes, that's my little corner of the world astarra - many an enjoyable hour spent there.

My guests had to work for their lunch today Cookie but I think I came out the winner as my part was easier than theirs.
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Post by: Yvette on March 16, 2013, 07:53:53 am
Hope you enjoy your chair Judy  :)
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Post by: Meagan on March 16, 2013, 05:21:18 pm
I have been shopping up a storm over here in Hong Kong :) love love loving it!!
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Post by: Emme on March 16, 2013, 07:48:54 pm
Lucky you Meagan   ;D

Judy, your chair looks great and so comfortable.   :)

Marie
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Post by: Wonder on March 16, 2013, 08:34:22 pm
Sounds lucky you are having a great time Meagan.

Judy the chair looks good and I'm sure your guests were more than happy to work for one of your great lunches.
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Post by: obbie on March 16, 2013, 09:31:06 pm
Have fun Megan.

Judy that corner looks good, with the new chair
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Post by: judydawn on March 16, 2013, 11:46:14 pm
Thanks girls, it's a great chair, nice back support and it doesn't squeak when I roll back like the last 2 did. Now, when I can find the time, I'd like to find a piece of nice office furniture to fit into the corner to incorporate storage space behind doors for my TMX books.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 17, 2013, 05:18:17 am
Meagan I'm glad you are having fun. You have worked hard to get there. Now go out shopping again.  ;) ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on March 17, 2013, 06:13:04 am
Enjoy your shopping Meagan.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 18, 2013, 04:52:45 am
Yay! My bag arrived today :)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/18/3uhy8ezu.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 18, 2013, 06:21:44 am
Pink may not be a practical colour but I really like the look of that Jamberie. 
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 18, 2013, 06:27:15 am
bought some Lego of fishpond today for Lily and Ashton comes from the USA and free shipping ;D
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Post by: maddy on March 18, 2013, 09:26:32 am
My bag is waiting for me at the post office Jamberie....it looks so pretty  8)...and yes Judy, totally not practical  ;)

I picked up the paper version on eBay, as I really don't like mags on a device

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/98206d72c2e941780570b421a3505551.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on March 18, 2013, 09:37:54 am
Quote from: judydawn on March 18, 2013, 06:21:44 am
Pink may not be a practical colour but I really like the look of that Jamberie. 

I think it's very practical...it won't get lost  :D :D :D
And because it's pretty I'm more likely to use it
      -at least that's what I'm telling myself!
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Post by: Meagan on March 18, 2013, 03:49:19 pm
You won't believe it but I think I am totally shopped out!!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 18, 2013, 04:53:17 pm
Quote from: Meagan on March 18, 2013, 03:49:19 pm
You won't believe it but I think I am totally shopped out!!
:D :D :D :D
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Post by: Jadey on March 18, 2013, 11:36:13 pm
Jamberie - it's just so pretty!  ;D

Meagan - Noooo!!!!  :o You must just need a quick rest  :P
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Post by: obbie on March 19, 2013, 12:33:56 am
I still wouldn't pay $80 for a case, love the pink color though.
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Post by: chrissa on March 19, 2013, 03:48:59 am
I just bought myself a sunbeam food saver vacuum sealer. 

Very excited.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 19, 2013, 06:35:55 am
Chrissa you will love it.




I would like to promote Qantas and say how wonderful they are. I had to phone them yesterday morning and say we wouldn't be on the plane. Our tickets were non refundable but when I got back from the hospital late in the day they had sent a credit through for them. Super service and I was impressed. Only the hotel to claim on insurance now. Hopefully it will go well.
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Post by: obbie on March 19, 2013, 06:46:22 am
amazing what GOOD customer service does... 
great news Cookie
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Post by: judydawn on March 19, 2013, 08:49:46 am
Great news Cookie.

Good luck with getting somewhere maddy, it certainly has gone on long enough and some action needs to be taken.
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 19, 2013, 11:30:54 am
Great news cookie. Good to hear some positives from an airline.
Oh Maddy. Hope you can get this sorted.
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Post by: Jadey on March 19, 2013, 04:19:50 pm
Maddy - that's terrible! I do hope you get some answers soon. This is rediculous.

Cookie - How wonderful! I always try to fly Qantas. They are such a good airline and I'm so glad they have looked after you through all this.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 19, 2013, 09:24:21 pm
Great news cookie.. You sure though that you arent exempt because of illness, hospitilisation etc?? Most airlines have a clause regarding being unfit to fly?? Good that they did it anyway.. Hope dd is better?

Maddy hope you get the armoir dearcle sorted soon !!
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Post by: goldfish on March 20, 2013, 04:04:59 am
Cookie - was so pleased to hear you had that result from Qantas!! Have to be impressed with them on that one!!!  Best wishes to your DD - I do hope she's feeling much better and that they (that ubiquitous "they") can get to the bottom of it all.

Maddy - you go for it and give those people a good (consumer) kick where it hurts . . . they're really playing at something they're not too good at!!  Hope you find some joy soon - either with a lovely new piece of furniture or a total refund and an abject apology!!
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Post by: jo_nz on March 20, 2013, 11:55:05 pm
It is 50% off kids clothes today at Farmers (department store), so bought winter supplies for my fast growing DS, and a few things for DD (she's super-fussy though.  She picked but still no guarantee she will wear, so kept it minimal). 
Also managed to get outfits for both of them for my brother's wedding in June  ;D

And then, went to the bookshop and bought up a supply of One Direction stationery items.  DS is a fan, so going to wrap up little parcels as a treasure hunt for his birthday party in a month's time.

Still hunting for a new bed for DD.  I want one with drawers under it (or maybe like THIS (http://www.trademe.co.nz/home-living/beds-bedroom-furniture/beds/kids-beds-bunks/auction-572881556.htm)), but DH isn't keen!  He keeps saying he doesn't think she'll want to take it when she moves out.  She's 3!  And neither him nor I took our childhood beds when we left home anyway! 
I just think it'd be great for her small/awkward bedroom.  Although not sure how it would be snuggling up to read stories in something like that.
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Post by: astarra on March 21, 2013, 12:13:20 am
My mum in NZ just rung this morning to tell me she was in Farmers Jo, she wanted to know if I wanted anything for my girls!!  :D
She is probably spoiling them with half priced stuff!  ;)
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Post by: jo_nz on March 21, 2013, 01:14:37 am
Haha, I expect a call from my mum later too.  I chatted to a couple of grandmothers in there buying stuff too  ;D One was buying the same dress DD had picked, so clearly good taste there.

Definitely worthwhile at 50% off, even with the manic crowds.  Between that and the end-of-season clearance stuff I got at the end of last year, DS is sorted.  DD will just make do with her shorts until she starts turning blue.  :-)) No point buying even half price stuff if she won't wear it though. 
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Post by: astarra on March 21, 2013, 02:09:25 am
Just heard she got each of my girls a merino dress - and not sure what else!
Can't wait to see them, have no idea what they look like except apparently cute!! :)
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Post by: maddy on March 21, 2013, 02:14:20 am
Quote from: goldfish on March 20, 2013, 04:04:59 am
Maddy - you go for it and give those people a good (consumer) kick where it hurts . . . they're really playing at something they're not too good at!!  Hope you find some joy soon - either with a lovely new piece of furniture or a total refund and an abject apology!!

thanks, and I did!
left yet another gruff URGENT message to contact me, and I was responded to with an email   :-))....this time advising me shipment is definitely arriving mid to late March  :-)) :-))..... so, they are now fully aware of my thoughts, and my actions if not delivered in 2 weeks!  MAD MADDY on a mission  ;) it's like chasing a rainbow!

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Post by: obbie on March 21, 2013, 02:24:28 am
Hope things get sorted Maddy
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Post by: Wonder on March 21, 2013, 02:26:22 am
maddy hopefully the bad publicity will speed things up for you - good luck

jo_nz, I had a bed similar to that growing up and loved it and it was great for my small room. I've found with both of my kids they were desperate for a double/queen bed from early teenage years so i wouldn't be trying to get a bed now for her to take when she leaves.
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Post by: Yvette on March 21, 2013, 02:27:07 am
Maddy you go girl

Astarra lucky you I am sure the clothes are very cute
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Post by: obbie on March 21, 2013, 02:27:35 am
we bought double bunk beds for our kids about 18 months ago. they are 7 & 8
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Post by: jo_nz on March 21, 2013, 04:28:13 am
Quote from: astarra on March 21, 2013, 02:09:25 am
Just heard she got each of my girls a merino dress - and not sure what else!
Can't wait to see them, have no idea what they look like except apparently cute!! :)

I tried to talk DD into one of the merino dresses, but no go.  She still has a vitually unworn one from last year anyway (that SHE picked!!   :-)) )
I think they are cute too.
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Post by: Amy :-) on March 21, 2013, 11:03:08 pm
These arrived yesterday :D To be honest, I'd forgot we'd ordered them because we've been waiting so long for them :-))
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Post by: Yvette on March 21, 2013, 11:25:00 pm
Nice Amy so sparkling and new  :)
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Post by: Jamberie on March 21, 2013, 11:26:15 pm
Wow Amy! What a lovely set!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 21, 2013, 11:46:43 pm
You will be cooking up a storm now Amy, my Black Pizza machine arrived yesterday, and  I have just paid my deposit on my kitchen appliances, Siemens Oven, Bosch Induction cooktop, a gorgeous Miele rangehood, and a retractable spray arm tap, two weeks delivery, but who knows when the builder will start the job.  I see you still haven"t your tiles in yet Amy. 
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Post by: obbie on March 22, 2013, 12:34:30 am
where did you get the saucepans Amy
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Post by: maddy on March 22, 2013, 01:20:29 am
a lovely shiny surprise Amy!  8)


I have ordered

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/85f5c0eece36e2907dac1c86f4f3a0c6.jpg)

....as I believe their creations in the Chapel Street shop are TDF!

And a bunch of faux lettuce leaves

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f088532ab13851b15e07cf40e4a92e54.jpg)

......as you do  :P
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Post by: Emme on March 22, 2013, 02:38:16 am
Maddy, hope you can get it all sorted soon.

Cookie, great news about your ticket refund, hope DD is getting better.

Marie
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Post by: Emme on March 22, 2013, 02:41:54 am
Maddy, I was trying to resist that book.  :D :D

Marie
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Post by: Mama Fergie on March 22, 2013, 05:48:13 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/22/vedemunu.jpg)

I bought this yesterday. It has interchangeable blades for different thickness and spirals.
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Post by: Amy :-) on March 22, 2013, 06:03:05 am
Oh cool MF!! I want to get one of those so I'd love to hear what you think of it :D

Quote from: Aussie Brenda on March 21, 2013, 11:46:43 pm
I see you still haven"t your tiles in yet Amy. 

No, not yet Brenda. We're hoping the 3rd of April :-))

Quote from: obbie on March 22, 2013, 12:34:30 am
where did you get the saucepans Amy

We ordered them online Robyn :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on March 22, 2013, 06:15:25 am
That was my first try and it's so easy.  :)
DD will love the zucchini "pasta"
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Post by: mcmich on March 22, 2013, 06:19:49 am
Lovely cookware Amy.

Brenda, will be interested to see what you think of the cooktop. I would like to change over to induction.

Maddy, what will you be using the faux lettuce leaves for?
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Post by: Mama Fergie on March 22, 2013, 06:24:11 am
Your new cookware and knives look great Amy.  :)
Have you used them yet?
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Post by: obbie on March 22, 2013, 06:55:24 am
TVSN has lock and lock on special
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Post by: Amy :-) on March 22, 2013, 06:57:41 am
MF, your zucchini pasta looks great. I really must get one of those things ;)
I haven't used anything yet as we need to wash it all and then season it. I would get that done now but I'm the only one home and there is a little puppy who wants lots of attention ;D

Thanks Mich :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 22, 2013, 08:39:54 am
nice lettuce leaves maddy  :D  are you going to put them in someone's sandwich for April Fools?
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 22, 2013, 08:50:59 am
That's a great set Amy. Happy cooking.
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Post by: maddy on March 22, 2013, 10:10:50 pm
Quote from: mcmich on March 22, 2013, 06:19:49 am
Maddy, what will you be using the faux lettuce leaves for?

Display for Easter cupcakes  ;)

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 22, 2013, 08:39:54 am
nice lettuce leaves maddy  :D  are you going to put them in someone's sandwich for April Fools?

 :P will remember to do that  ;D

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Post by: Jadey on March 24, 2013, 10:33:58 am
Yup false lettuce leaves - I buy them all the time! - Seriously Maddy, you must have the best storage going on at your place you have everything lol. And yet when you post pics your place looks amazing.

My latest purchase has been a butterbell - now I don't have to add oils to my butter to make it spreadable and I can safely keep my butter on the bench. Brilliant!

(http://countrysimplicity.com.au/web/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/White_4f4703c6e340a.jpg)
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Post by: jakodai on March 24, 2013, 10:48:01 am
I really like the idea of zucchini spaghetti, very low carb! ;-)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2013, 10:55:07 am
Lovely photo Jadey.
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 24, 2013, 11:06:59 am
Jadey what does a butter bell do?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 24, 2013, 11:12:32 am
Maddy, love the butter bell where did you buy it?
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Post by: Jadey on March 24, 2013, 12:55:35 pm
Oops stock photo, not mine.

The one I got was actually this one

(http://iweb.butterbellstore.com/images/products/enlarge/414853e.jpg)

I'll have to find my receipt to tell  you where it came from - there's only 2 suppliers that I found to Australia though. I know I bought it online.

Kimmy - basically it allows you to keep butter on the benchtop / table without spoiling. Which means spreadable butter all the time. It holds a half cup of butter in the lid which is inverted into a small amount of water in a crock, thereby creating an airtight seal.

(http://www.butterbell.com/images/butterbell/how-to-use/infographic-anatomy-of-butterbell.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on March 24, 2013, 07:46:53 pm
It was jadey AB not maddy..re the butterbell...

I was looking last night after jadeys post as it was expensive with post to france if i remember ages ago when i think faffa was talking about hers?? Anyway here are a couple of aussie sites selling them if not there is always amazon..

http://countrysimplicity.com.au/web/

http://www.relauncher.com.au/shop/shop-home/kitchen/butter-bells/butter-bell-white-butter/

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_n_shipping_option-_0?rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3AButter+bell%2Cp_n_shipping_option-bin%3A3242350011&keywords=Butter+bell&ie=UTF8&qid=1364155278&rnid=2944662011

The last is a search on amazon with global shipping however didnt check how much shipping was..

😊
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 24, 2013, 10:06:51 pm
Thanks Kim, I knew it was Jadey, I don't know why I put Maddy, must have been tired.  Any news yet on a place to live?
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Post by: Jadey on March 25, 2013, 01:59:42 am
Thanks Kim,

I'm pretty sure I bought mine from Country Simplicity but I can't find my one on their website.  ???

Go figure.

I thought they were from France?
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 25, 2013, 03:38:45 am
Thanks jadey it looks fab.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 09:24:42 am
Le creuset makes them.. But i had never seen them in frnace even in the le creuset stores.. And never met one french person who owned one... Its probably one of those things they call french but is more a marketing thing like grey goose vodka lol

Can understand that ab.. Stress and fatigue make me do things like that lol

Today i bought a bike rack for dh new car that he gets delivered thursday and some air mattresses!! Will be lots of necessary purchases once we arrive in syd like beds' mattreses etc, a washing machine and later on lots of other bits and pieces.. Squeal lol
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Post by: mcmich on March 25, 2013, 09:33:52 am
Shopping - dreadful job.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 25, 2013, 11:31:24 am
I saw this book in a newsagent today. After looking through it I decided I needed it as it will soon be winter.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/25/upaqe4eg.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 11:36:49 am
Yes dreadful michelle lol.. But i guess someone has to do it.. Cookie im trying to curb my cookbook addiction lol its not really working 😄😄😄
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Post by: Jadey on March 25, 2013, 01:43:19 pm
Very interesting Kim - Mine is an L Tremaine also French. Weird.

Lots of shopping ahead for you :) I can recommend 2nds world for washers etc - they are sooo mcuh cheaper than anywhere else and mostly just because the box is damaged or there is a scratch on the side or the back or something. (Which you'll never see once installed anyway)

Can't wait for the shopping updates.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on March 25, 2013, 01:50:28 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on March 25, 2013, 11:31:24 am
I saw this book in a newsagent today. After looking through it I decided I needed it as it will soon be winter.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/25/upaqe4eg.jpg)

I bought this one in Queenstown Cookie.
Nice winter dishes
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Post by: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 06:44:22 pm
Thx jadey 😁

Im not saying they arent from france as i certainly dont presume to know everything about the wonderful country but after twelve years and all the different ppl i know and areas all over france i never came across them and couldnt find them to buy anywhere either except have them imported..and knew nobody who had one.. After reading apparently its something invented in the 16th century in france but nobody is clear about its origin and went out of style once refrigeration came in.. In the 1970s they were marketed in the US as french butter dishes.. Even when i search for different names in french all the links tht come up are in english except one or two so for me its certainly an americanised product taken from a french idea??
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Post by: Halex on March 25, 2013, 08:55:04 pm
Yvette, I think you were asking me ages ago about the ultimate pro from Tupperware. Well I have some, had enough sales from my party to get some free. Cooked turkey breast & roast veggies in them. Fantastic & just wiped clean. :)

H :)
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Post by: Halex on March 25, 2013, 08:56:12 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on March 25, 2013, 11:31:24 am
I saw this book in a newsagent today. After looking through it I decided I needed it as it will soon be winter.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/25/upaqe4eg.jpg)

Surprise, I have that book :)

All books, mags & apps are needed, we have to eat dont we :)
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Post by: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 09:00:01 pm
Yes but dh keeps reminding me hally that i would have enough books and mags etc to cook every meal every day for several lifetimes lol
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Post by: goldfish on March 25, 2013, 09:25:08 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 09:00:01 pm
Yes but dh keeps reminding me hally that i would have enough books and mags etc to cook every meal every day for several lifetimes lol

Lol... Sounds like a few of us, Frozzie! Seems I've heard similar comments , too!  :)
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Post by: JulieO on March 25, 2013, 09:39:43 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on March 25, 2013, 09:00:01 pm
Yes but dh keeps reminding me hally that i would have enough books and mags etc to cook every meal every day for several lifetimes lol

I say that to myself all the time, but there's something about cookbooks (whether book form or ebook) that I can't seem to resist.  :P
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Post by: Mama Fergie on March 25, 2013, 10:33:32 pm
Lets face it ladies we are addicts   :o
Thankfully it's not a harmful addiction  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on March 26, 2013, 12:19:52 am
Quote from: Halex on March 25, 2013, 08:55:04 pm
Yvette, I think you were asking me ages ago about the ultimate pro from Tupperware. Well I have some, had enough sales from my party to get some free. Cooked turkey breast & roast veggies in them. Fantastic & just wiped clean. :)

H :)

Thanks Hally will start saving my pennies. What size did you get?
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Post by: Frozzie on March 26, 2013, 02:29:32 am
It's a pity yvette.. I had loads of the ultra pro but gave them all away before i left france... Just cant bring myself to cook with plastic.. No matter how much they cost.. !!
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Post by: Yvette on March 26, 2013, 02:39:32 am
Bummer Frozzie  :o
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Post by: Frozzie on March 26, 2013, 03:15:19 am
Yes bummer....made some ppl happy though.. Ive had all sizes at one time or another.. Sometimes a couple of each that were given as company gifts.. I just gave all of them away
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Post by: Yvette on March 26, 2013, 03:22:19 am
 :'( :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2013, 06:24:30 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 25, 2013, 11:31:24 am
I saw this book in a newsagent today. After looking through it I decided I needed it as it will soon be winter.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/25/upaqe4eg.jpg)

I saw that this lady has another book just released. It was in Dymocks. If this is really good I may look at her new one.
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Post by: Halex on March 26, 2013, 07:21:22 am
Yvette, I have the largest one with little ones that came as my gift for a lot of sales. I also have the next size down which I have used heaps.
I could fit in 1kg diced beef, 500mls stock, veg, tin of tomatoes. It was nearly full, but lovely slowed cooked in the oven. Last night the roast dishes just wiped over, I could not believe it. I love them.

H :)
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Post by: goldfish on March 26, 2013, 07:44:07 am
Quote from: Frozzie on March 26, 2013, 02:29:32 am
. Just cant bring myself to cook with plastic.. No matter how much they cost.. !!

I'm with you there, Frozzie!

I've wanted one of these for as long as I can remember... Staub 26cm/4.6 litre French oven.. It came with two little oven dishes.. :).  Missed out on an online sale but found this one on eBay...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/26/te4u7abu.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 26, 2013, 08:49:37 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on March 25, 2013, 10:33:32 pm
Lets face it ladies we are addicts   :o
Thankfully it's not a harmful addiction  ;D
:D :D :D :D :D So true MF ;) ;D
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Post by: Yvette on March 26, 2013, 09:17:13 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/26/6unypuhy.jpg)

Bought 10 of these the other day at VB for the bargain price of $3
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Post by: consumerate on March 26, 2013, 11:12:47 am
Quote from: goldfish on March 26, 2013, 07:44:07 am
I've wanted one of these for as long as I can remember... Staub 26cm/4.6 litre French oven.. It came with two little oven dishes.. :).  Missed out on an online sale but found this one on eBay...

I have a very similar staub pot (maybe only 24cm) and love it to bits.  The cooking surface is so nice to work with.   I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
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Post by: Frozzie on March 26, 2013, 11:54:58 am
I have a le creuset french oven.. Love it.. Will buy a smaller one once settled :)
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Post by: mcmich on March 26, 2013, 05:55:27 pm
Love the French Oven GF and it's red. I have an oval Le Creuset French Oven and use it frequently it was a good purchase.
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Post by: maddy on March 27, 2013, 08:35:00 pm
Um, I have been bad  :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d091c07bec3f290c9e0a55af5772ff42.jpg)

Was completely a whim purchase, and I have been so good not feeding my jewellery obsession!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/58f3b45d4253636edb84b43ba4c2a497.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f55cdde078bb30e6d852428c99548419.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/43db090bfb9b34bda00c7e0e6a69a3f1.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e1260f6031f61b0270246412ebdc6004.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5aaef2640294f05f6838ddab04b156e4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/40dd53b225eb30837ced12946a62420e.jpg)

And the friends DVD boxset for DD she's been wanting (it's a "Im sorry you can't eat chocolate" Easter egg alternative)....she is crushed!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4caabe47a29ca685b1349c6f96de8f05.jpg)


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Post by: obbie on March 27, 2013, 09:18:58 pm
good one Maddy
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Post by: Wonder on March 27, 2013, 10:14:50 pm
Good shopping Maddie, you certainly seem to have a few obsessions  :)
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Post by: Yvette on March 27, 2013, 10:29:07 pm
You naughty girl Maddy but great purchases  :)
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Post by: obbie on March 27, 2013, 11:20:11 pm
I am Jealous... :)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 28, 2013, 09:49:23 am
Maddy you are certainly keeping our economy buoyant. They are lovely.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 28, 2013, 11:00:38 am
Maddy, when you start a post on "THE SHOPPING THREAD" with
Quote from: maddy on March 27, 2013, 08:35:00 pm
Um, I have been bad  :D

I know it's going to be a good read!

What great purchases & that bangle is gorgeous! Love all the baking mags too...I know I really shouldn't ask but.....do you order them in or are they always at your newsagent -or does your newsagent make sure they are always there for you?!?!
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 28, 2013, 11:41:12 am
I am pretty sure that call out to her jam.......buy me, buy me ;D
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Post by: jakodai on March 28, 2013, 11:43:01 am
I got this yesterday as my 'farewell' present from work. I've wanted it for a while now, but always tell myself that I didn't need it. My friend at work was always with me when we went to the shop, so of course she got it for me!

(http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=31203274)


And I also thought I'd let you guys know of some of the things I bought during my 'hiatus'...

(http://www.breville.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/11/image/463x348/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/e/bem800.jpg)
I FINALLY got a bench mixer. I was going to hold out for the kitchen aid, but I don't think it ever would have happened. I've been very happy with this so far. But I'm struggling a little with creaming butter. I think the scraper paddle attachment heats the butter too much, so my cupcakes aren't rising as much as they used to. I'm getting there, though.

(http://www.firsatkovala.com/Mekanresim/ncicer1.jpg)
My dad bought me the old version of one of these last year, and I loved it. I have issues with food where things have to be cut the same size, so this has been fantastic. But I killed the old one - I was cutting something and flattened the blades... Ooops! So I splurged and bought one of these from Harvey Norman for $100 and it's great! This one has more attachments than the old one, including a bigger dicer, and the mandolin slicer, which I have loved as well.

I think that's all I've bought. Except for a whole heap of scrapbooking stuff, I'm a little obsessed with block mounted stamps and dies (I bought myself a die cutter for christmas). Journalling has helped me greatly with my depression, and I like to take photo's of things that I've done during the day and scrapbook them in my journal. Nothing special, I just like to make it look nice.

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PHP8L24YGK4/T4pgvy8PNCI/AAAAAAAAN4A/BN9RIFtfIXg/s400/SnC-ellison-sizzix-big-shot-die-cutting-machine-pink-black-794-p.jpg)
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 28, 2013, 12:08:58 pm
We googled the nicer diver today. Children are obsessed with the info commercial on tv :D
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Post by: jakodai on March 28, 2013, 12:15:03 pm
I have to admit, I was pretty obsessed with it, too... lol. I remember looking through the TV guide on the TV once and seeing that it was on and getting a little excited...

I was just wondering how I was going to store my bread in the freezer when I start baking it. It's only the 2 of us, and we won't go through a loaf quick enough to not freeze it. And I very much dislike bags, so I had a look and found this, so I bought it

(http://cdn.dealsdirect.net/m/products/590/58590/9/product1_58590_600x600.jpg?filename=Lock+n+Lock+2+Piece+Egg+and+Bread+Containers)
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Post by: maddy on March 28, 2013, 01:30:45 pm
Tvsn Jakodai?....they usually have great specials there on L&L, often 2 for 1 deals.
love the stuff!
Your mixer looks fab too  8)

Quote from: Jamberie on March 28, 2013, 11:00:38 am
Love all the baking mags too...I know I really shouldn't ask but.....do you order them in or are they always at your newsagent -or does your newsagent make sure they are always there for you?!?!

I usually only buy the cupcake/baking mags, when it features an occasion....like Easter, Christmas, mothers day etc.
I pick them up from eBay more often than not, as the newsagents tend to charge more.
My little post office/general store know me well  ;)  I just have romantic homes & Romantic country magazines on my monthly paper account....which has been culled significantly.


Quote from: Jamberie on March 28, 2013, 11:00:38 am
Maddy, when you start a post on "THE SHOPPING THREAD" with
Quote from: maddy on March 27, 2013, 08:35:00 pm
Um, I have been bad  :D

I know it's going to be a good read!

LOL  ;D
Well I'm going to add on now

It's definitely Easter here

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8251f07e84861534e11421a8bd2df688.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ff47f34c2406c827953b0f7a7127a7ff.jpg)

I loved these bunnies, but DD said they're the stuff made of nightmares  :-\  Really???.....says she, who is absorbed in the tv series "Bones"   :-)) go figure!

And

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ee532cb58d40a53627ed0db215499964.jpg)
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Post by: jakodai on March 28, 2013, 09:16:01 pm
Quote from: maddy on March 28, 2013, 01:30:45 pm
Tvsn Jakodai?....they usually have great specials there on L&L, often 2 for 1 deals.
love the stuff!
Your mixer looks fab too

Thanks Maddy, I'm having a lot of fun with it. I got the container from Deals Direct. Everywhere I saw it it was very expensive, but I didn't try tvsn. Now I'm too scared to look... Lol
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Post by: obbie on March 28, 2013, 09:32:35 pm
TVSN had lock and lock 1/2 price last week.
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Post by: judydawn on March 28, 2013, 09:53:14 pm
Maddy, when you are a grandma, your GKs are going to love special times of the year at your place - it will be a kids' heaven.  Just think of how your buying habits will change/be increased with the patter of little feet in your life.  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on March 28, 2013, 10:21:30 pm
Jakodai, I'm jealous of your BigShot!  I mainly do cardmaking, so am probably fine with my good ol' cuttlebug really, but the Big Shot just seems so much nicer to use (I've used a friend's).   ;D  Love your farewell pressie too!
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Post by: astarra on March 29, 2013, 01:41:54 am
Quote from: jo_nz on March 28, 2013, 10:21:30 pm
Jakodai, I'm jealous of your BigShot!  I mainly do cardmaking, so am probably fine with my good ol' cuttlebug really, but the Big Shot just seems so much nicer to use (I've used a friend's).   ;D  Love your farewell pressie too!


I have a cricut expression I use for my crafty stuff - I love it!!  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 29, 2013, 03:22:49 am
Lovely purchases. I dare not keep the bread I make not in the freezer as we would eat it all in one day. Delicious but not good for the bulging waistlines.
When DD was in hospital I bought a sandwich from the canteen. The filling was fine but the bread was like 2 bits of fluffy cardboard holding the filling in.
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Post by: nazar on March 29, 2013, 11:13:24 am
Quote from: jakodai on March 28, 2013, 11:43:01 am


I think that's all I've bought. Except for a whole heap of scrapbooking stuff, I'm a little obsessed with block mounted stamps and dies (I bought myself a die cutter for christmas). Journalling has helped me greatly with my depression, and I like to take photo's of things that I've done during the day and scrapbook them in my journal. Nothing special, I just like to make it look nice.

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PHP8L24YGK4/T4pgvy8PNCI/AAAAAAAAN4A/BN9RIFtfIXg/s400/SnC-ellison-sizzix-big-shot-die-cutting-machine-pink-black-794-p.jpg)

l love  your craft purchases  , l have a cuttlebug and love the endless ideas it gives . and l have a wee eee bit obsession too with paper , stamps, generally craft items 

it is amazing how calming doing crafts can be. it also gives you something to do and something to look forward to.
I personally think many people underestimate the benefits of crafting or how relaxing it can be to just take time out for "Me"
if you lived closer i would be happy to do crafts with you - but regrettably melbourne is a bit far for me to drop in.
 
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Post by: jakodai on March 29, 2013, 11:36:05 am
It's 2 fold for me - I've found that keeping a journal helps me reflect on things that I'm feeling upset or anxious about, and breaking them down so I realise the mostly I'm worked up over nothing, or something that is easily fixable. But the craft side of it is almost like an escape. While I'm thinking about the colours and shapes, etc, that I want tissue, I'm not stressing about things. I've also found that I do more because I want to include different photos in different settings in environments, rather than pictures taken in the apartment all the time! So it's actually helping me to get out more.

Nazar, such a shame - that would be lovely!
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Post by: Amanda on March 29, 2013, 10:40:59 pm
I'm going out to buy some new jeans later this morning.  :-\
Expect to find me collapsed in tears by lunch time.
*Demoralising*
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Post by: obbie on March 29, 2013, 11:08:14 pm
Amanda, it wont be that bad... :)

Try on heaps, to get the right fit.
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Post by: maddy on March 29, 2013, 11:12:31 pm
Quote from: Amanda on March 29, 2013, 10:40:59 pm
I'm going out to buy some new jeans later this morning.  :-\
Expect to find me collapsed in tears by lunch time.
*Demoralising*

Amanda...do you a have a Katie's near you?
I find their jeans very flattering, have different leg lengths, and that tummy flattening panel, that is a girls best friend  ;)
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Post by: Halex on March 29, 2013, 11:15:28 pm
Jeans & swimmers, uuugggghhhhh
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Post by: Amanda on March 29, 2013, 11:45:28 pm
Quote from: maddy on March 29, 2013, 11:12:31 pm
Quote from: Amanda on March 29, 2013, 10:40:59 pm
I'm going out to buy some new jeans later this morning.  :-\
Expect to find me collapsed in tears by lunch time.
*Demoralising*

Amanda...do you a have a Katie's near you?
I find their jeans very flattering, have different leg lengths, and that tummy flattening panel, that is a girls best friend  ;)

No Katies handy.  :-\
Have lots of cheap jeans that are too baggy and don't fit properly so am blowing the budget on some exxy ones today - while The Bloke is away!  ;)
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Post by: nazar on March 30, 2013, 01:32:16 am
Quote from: jo_nz on March 28, 2013, 10:21:30 pm
Jakodai, I'm jealous of your BigShot!  I mainly do cardmaking, so am probably fine with my good ol' cuttlebug really, but the Big Shot just seems so much nicer to use (I've used a friend's).   ;D  Love your farewell pressie too!


l love the texture / feel of the  embossing folders for my cuttlebug ,  it really does give anther dimension to my cards  and scrapbook pages

jakodal my dad lives in victoria  so hopefully one day we will be able to meet up .
l have no plans at the moment of coming to see him as he is flying to wa in august
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Post by: Amanda on March 30, 2013, 04:55:34 am
Now have a pair of slim fitting jeans, but crikey - were they dear! $200 for Not Your Daughter's Jeans!
A very nice top and a pair of winter weight, control top leggings fell in my bag too.  :-))
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Post by: johnro on March 30, 2013, 05:10:10 am
I was about to suggest NMDJ Amanda - I have a couple of pair and love them plus being US sizing I can continue living in a dream - but am not touching the Salted Caramel fudge this Easter (http://www.messengerfreak.com/emoticons/easter/4353tg.gif)
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Post by: jakodai on March 30, 2013, 10:40:56 am
I went to Kikki-K today and bought these:
(http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee380/amandatennent/wooden_greeting_stamp_set.jpg)
(http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee380/amandatennent/stamp_pad_set_primary2.jpg)

And tomorrow, I think I'm going to go back and get this:
(http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee380/amandatennent/hellosunshine_wooden_stampset_hero.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on March 30, 2013, 10:46:57 am
Thats a gorgeous store Jakodai   :)
Do you have a typo store near you?.....I love their quirky stuff  8)
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Post by: jakodai on March 30, 2013, 10:50:20 am
I do, but I haven't really found a whole lot there that I've liked - it's a bit hit and miss for me. Sometimes I love everything they have, and other times I leave feeling disappointed. I LOVE their stamps, though. A friend bought me an 'Oh Crap!' one, which was perfect for me - it's exactly what I say when I stuff things up or forget something! lol. I have to admit though, I have spent a small fortune at Kikki-K, and I've even recently emailed them and suggested a stamp that I've wanted and haven't been able to find. I DESPERATELY want block mounted stamps with the days of the week on them. I've found some clear stamps that mount on the acrylic blocks, but I'm not a fan of these kinds of stamps, and they've been quite small as well - too small for what I want them for. I get a bit obsessive sometimes... lol
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Post by: maddy on March 30, 2013, 10:55:30 am
Quote from: jakodai on March 30, 2013, 10:50:20 am
I get a bit obsessive sometimes... lol

nahh....it's just enthusiasm  :)
I love their naughty Christmas cards....people don't expect it, and have a good laugh.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jakodai on March 30, 2013, 10:57:06 am
Yes! They have a lot of 'naughty' things like that - I think that's why they're becoming so popular, because they're not tied up so much in political correctness that most places are.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 30, 2013, 11:46:18 am
I love Kikki-K too.
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Post by: Wonder on March 30, 2013, 09:12:53 pm
While at the market yesterday we were looking to buy 2 boned lamb shoulders and they had full lambs for $99 so bought the whole lamb. The butcher boned the two shoulders and cut the rest up for us. I'm sure if it was a good deal but we have a lot of meals worth of meat in the freezer now and we lover lamb.
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Post by: obbie on March 30, 2013, 09:28:14 pm
Wonder, i paid $10.50 a kilo fora side of  lamb on thursday.
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Post by: maddy on March 30, 2013, 09:35:49 pm
Quote from: Wonder on March 30, 2013, 09:12:53 pm
While at the market yesterday we were looking to buy 2 boned lamb shoulders and they had full lambs for $99 so bought the whole lamb. The butcher boned the two shoulders and cut the rest up for us. I'm sure if it was a good deal but we have a lot of meals worth of meat in the freezer now and we lover lamb.

Buying it whole really is the best way Wonder....you can then request how you want it cut.
Look how much they charge for just a tray of chump chops in the supermarket   :o
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Post by: Wonder on March 31, 2013, 09:33:07 am
Obbie how many kilos was it? This was a very lat minute decision and then we forgot to weigh it before cooking the shoulders and putting the rest in the freezer so have no idea if we were ripped off or not. We had never bought anything at this butcher and their English wasn't the best so there wasn't a lot of talk about what we wanted. The shoulders were great and the rest looks good quality.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 31, 2013, 12:50:58 pm
It sounds a good bargain to me and if the meat is nice it is a great bargain.
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Post by: Halex on April 01, 2013, 12:02:31 am
I buy a whole lamb at $9.50 a kg, Wonder that was a bargain.

They are approx 20kgs.

You dont get sick of it if you buy other meats too :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 01, 2013, 01:03:54 am
wonder 13 kilos for a side of lamb $10.50 per kilo
25 kilos of pork @ $8.50 per kilo
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Post by: Jamberie on April 01, 2013, 05:30:18 am
We bought a house this weekend :)
And have the first open house for our old one this SUNDAY OMG OMG OMG, cleaning out the kitchen cupboards took us hours yesterday!!!!
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Post by: jakodai on April 01, 2013, 05:54:25 am
Congratulations Jamberie! I hope the sale of your old house goes smoothly.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 01, 2013, 05:57:39 am
Congratulations and all the best with your old one.
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Post by: goldfish on April 01, 2013, 06:00:52 am
Congratulations on your new house, Jamerie! . . and the best of luck for a quick and satisfying sale of your previous property!! :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 01, 2013, 06:32:09 am
Jamberie wins with a new house, so exciting.

we are going to sell 2 of our utes, and buy 2 new ones... :)
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Post by: Jamberie on April 01, 2013, 09:14:39 am
Haha Thanks everyone! I'm not letting myself get excited yet...too much to do! -But I can't help but be a bit excited, it's right across the road from my parents :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 01, 2013, 09:27:51 am
That is very exciting Jamberie. Handy to have the folks nearby too.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 01, 2013, 09:58:35 am
Congratulations on your new house.Very exciting time for you Jamberie ;D
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Post by: Emme on April 01, 2013, 10:04:06 am
Congratulations on the purchase of your new home Jamberie.   Hope things go smoothly with the sale of your current house.
Exciting times ahead for you   ;D

Marie
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Post by: Jamberie on April 01, 2013, 10:06:52 am
Thanks! I hope things go smoothly too!
I probably won't be on the forum for a while, of course work is super busy right now too!
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Post by: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 10:22:19 am
Wonderful news Jamberie and I'm sure your parents will love having you living across the road from them.  I think that is wonderful you are comfortable with doing that - I know so many people who would not want to live that close.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 01, 2013, 10:54:33 am
Need help :D :D :D Can anyone remember what Mandolin Andie or Julie0 recommended. ???
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Post by: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 11:11:46 am
This is what Andie said CC.

For many years I used a Bron mandolin, buying new blades every five years or so but two or three years ago I replaced it with a deBuyer mandolin that is much easier on my shoulder and elbow - the action is different.
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Post by: maddy on April 01, 2013, 11:12:46 am
Quote from: Jamberie on April 01, 2013, 05:30:18 am
We bought a house this weekend :)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1f0c086701b6745e7649deec5de66969.jpg)

Thats so exciting Jamberie   8)
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Post by: goldfish on April 01, 2013, 11:13:29 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 11:11:46 am
This is what Andie said CC.

For many years I used a Bron mandolin, buying new blades every five years or so but two or three years ago I replaced it with a deBuyer mandolin that is much easier on my shoulder and elbow - the action is different.

I don't know how you do this, Judy!! :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 11:15:38 am
and the other one you wanted CC from JulieO

Andi, I'm looking into the De Buyer Professional mandolin at the moment.  Have read so many good reviews.  The pusher looks a lot more 'safe' than the Borner V-slicer I use at the moment, though I think buying a mesh glove might be a good idea too.  
The optional long pusher looks like a good idea for carrot sticks etc.  

GF, it's all in the googling method  ;)  CC is usually pretty good at it herself.
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Post by: Wonder on April 01, 2013, 11:16:15 am
Congratulations Jamberie fantastic news. All the best for the sale of your current house.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 01, 2013, 11:33:02 am
Thanks Judy :-* :-* :-* I just couldn't find the posts  :-))
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Post by: obbie on April 02, 2013, 02:05:10 am
Jamberie, having parents close, can be good... :)
especially if you run out of something while cooking
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Post by: judydawn on April 02, 2013, 06:12:23 am
And for babysitting Robyn.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 02, 2013, 06:54:18 am
Yeah, just wish mine would come home soon, there in China on a ship cruising Bangkok :)
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Post by: Jamberie on April 02, 2013, 07:04:00 am
Quote from: obbie on April 02, 2013, 02:05:10 am
Jamberie, having parents close, can be good... :)
especially if you run out of something while cooking

Yes! That's what I thought...especially good as Dad has a super veggie garden :)

And my mum is the best baby sitter around ;D
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Post by: Halex on April 02, 2013, 07:31:01 am
Lucky you Jamberie.

Hope your huse sells quick :)
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Post by: obbie on April 02, 2013, 07:38:11 am
Hope the house sells super quick.

 :)
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Post by: Persistenttiger on April 02, 2013, 10:02:18 am
How exciting :)
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Post by: Jamberie on April 02, 2013, 12:44:31 pm
Quote from: obbie on April 02, 2013, 07:38:11 am
Hope the house sells super quick.

 :)

OMG so do I! But you'll know when it does because I'll be shouting it from the rooftops!
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Post by: mcmich on April 02, 2013, 08:16:14 pm
Glad you found a new home and hope your current home sells fast for you.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 02, 2013, 08:32:30 pm
Congrats jamberie ..fingers crossed you sell your other house quickly :)
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Post by: Jamberie on April 03, 2013, 01:36:01 am
Thanks Frozzie!
We hope so too! We have a photographer this afternoon and then it's all go!
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Post by: goldfish on April 03, 2013, 03:50:20 am
This just arrived in the mail.... Ottolenghi's Mediterranean Feast (also with "Jerusalem on a Plate")..2 DVDs...:)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/03/mapebubu.jpg)
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Post by: andiesenji on April 03, 2013, 05:18:13 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 11:15:38 am
and the other one you wanted CC from JulieO

Andi, I'm looking into the De Buyer Professional mandolin at the moment.  Have read so many good reviews.  The pusher looks a lot more 'safe' than the Borner V-slicer I use at the moment, though I think buying a mesh glove might be a good idea too.  
The optional long pusher looks like a good idea for carrot sticks etc.  

GF, it's all in the googling method  ;)  CC is usually pretty good at it herself.

I use the long pusher for cucumbers, for large zucchini and especially for eggplant because I make long thin slices to roll around various stuffings.   I don't think I have ever sliced carrots using it. 

I used a Bron professional for forty-some years but was having shoulder problems and the way the Bron is situated, I had to use too much shoulder movement.  I love the de Buyer - and it can be used by lefties easily too because it tilts on either side. 
I recently made a large batch of onion confit or caramelized onions and sliced 8 pounds of onions with no problems.

I also use it for slicing the ginger I use when I make large batches of the crystallized/candied ginger but don't need the long pusher for that.
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Post by: astarra on April 03, 2013, 06:43:33 am
We just brought a new vechile.  :D
Family wagon!!!  :D :D :D
A Kia Grand Carnival, I haven't seen it yet, just left it all to DH!  :)
Enough room for the family and 2 seats to spare!!!  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on April 03, 2013, 06:45:10 am
Very nice astarra. What colour is it?
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Post by: Jamberie on April 03, 2013, 07:03:49 am
Oh great Astarra! It's so good to have spare seats. Congratulations on your new purchase :)
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Post by: Wonder on April 03, 2013, 07:06:20 am
That's great Astarra, you'll love the extra room.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 03, 2013, 07:17:10 am
Fantastic Astarra. That's very exciting.
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Post by: astarra on April 03, 2013, 07:38:14 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 03, 2013, 06:45:10 am
Very nice astarra. What colour is it?

As far as I know just plain white!  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 03, 2013, 08:48:42 am
Quote from: andiesenji on April 03, 2013, 05:18:13 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 01, 2013, 11:15:38 am
and the other one you wanted CC from JulieO

Andi, I'm looking into the De Buyer Professional mandolin at the moment.  Have read so many good reviews.  The pusher looks a lot more 'safe' than the Borner V-slicer I use at the moment, though I think buying a mesh glove might be a good idea too.  
The optional long pusher looks like a good idea for carrot sticks etc.  

GF, it's all in the googling method  ;)  CC is usually pretty good at it herself.

I use the long pusher for cucumbers, for large zucchini and especially for eggplant because I make long thin slices to roll around various stuffings.   I don't think I have ever sliced carrots using it. 

I used a Bron professional for forty-some years but was having shoulder problems and the way the Bron is situated, I had to use too much shoulder movement.  I love the de Buyer - and it can be used by lefties easily too because it tilts on either side. 
I recently made a large batch of onion confit or caramelized onions and sliced 8 pounds of onions with no problems.

I also use it for slicing the ginger I use when I make large batches of the crystallized/candied ginger but don't need the long pusher for that.
Thank you Andie. :-* I'll go and look again on Amazon ;)
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Post by: mcmich on April 03, 2013, 09:11:48 am
Hello CC, don't know what time it is in your part of the world.  :)
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Post by: Emme on April 03, 2013, 09:14:49 am
Congratulations on your car purchase Astarra, very exciting for your family.  :)

Marie
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 03, 2013, 09:18:30 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 03, 2013, 09:11:48 am
Hello CC, don't know what time it is in your part of the world.  :)
It's 9.15am Michele ;)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 03, 2013, 09:29:53 am
Exciting Astarra, maybe not two spare seats for a while, the pram will take up the space.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 03, 2013, 09:48:32 am
Congratulations Astarra. That's very exciting.

Hubby bought home a kafir lime tree for me today ;D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/03/ase5u3e4.jpg)
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Post by: kt2 on April 03, 2013, 10:34:55 am
Lol! Well done Kimmyh! And it's only mid week!  ;) :D :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 03, 2013, 11:01:26 am
Well done Kimmyh,it looks great :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on April 03, 2013, 11:15:19 am
Quote from: astarra on April 03, 2013, 07:38:14 am

As far as I know just plain white!  :)

Just when we stopped buying white cars astarra, DD tells me white is the 'in' colour  :-))  That comment was made by her to me when I showed my surprise that she turned up in a new white car, something I never thought I'd see.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 03, 2013, 11:31:58 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on April 03, 2013, 09:48:32 am
Hubby bought home a kafir lime tree for me today ;D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/03/ase5u3e4.jpg)

How funny. It's even been potted.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 03, 2013, 12:09:54 pm
Well done Kimmy.  :D ;) ;)

Wow our Hilux is fashionable white.
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Post by: jakodai on April 03, 2013, 12:34:24 pm
Quote from: judydawn on April 03, 2013, 11:15:19 am
Just when we stopped buying white cars astarra, DD tells me white is the 'in' colour  :-))  That comment was made by her to me when I showed my surprise that she turned up in a new white car, something I never thought I'd see.

When I bought my new car when I was pregnant with DS, my dad would only let me buy a black, white or silver one. He's a mechanic, and the car 'guru', so you kind of do what he says - that and the fact that he was going to be servicing it... lol. He's been in the industry a long time, and always says those colour's never date and they sell easier. He was right. When I sold my car when I moved into my apartment in the city, it only took a week to sell. DS's dad has a specialised colour that came out with a certain model of car, which was really cool at the time, but it's 10 years old now and not so cool anymore. He's tried to sell it a couple of times, and there's been very little interest in it. It's also a V8, so probably not a GREAT comparison... lol
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Post by: Jadey on April 03, 2013, 03:26:59 pm
White, Silver and Black are the premium colours. It's the colours you will always see Euros advertised with and always sell easier at better prices than their coloured counterparts. I love my silver car, can never tell it's dirty unless you are really looking for it.

Following my overnighter from Perth where I didn't sleep at all - I bought myself this

(http://i1215.photobucket.com/albums/cc517/imteam3/JK9/JK9Z-1.jpg)

And my faucet was leaking and I was quoted a fortune to fix it because apparently it was junk so I got a new one - fancy Schmancy I love it

(http://image.pushauction.com/ViewPicture.aspx?Key=d222e67b-5b73-46e2-b8bf-a8049b336ea0_f46a7875-5a96-440d-994f-9b78262e3597&DisplayHeight=352&MaxWidth=500)

And my iPhone5 doesn't bloody work with anything anymore so I got myself a Bluetooth adapter - I think I need a few more of them now I've used it on one thing.

(http://www.ebaypa.com/albums/20120002/poa016819_5.jpg)
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Post by: astarra on April 04, 2013, 12:48:01 am
I hope you are right about black being easier to sell, jakodai...we are putting our black commodore up for sale this weekend!!  ;)
And yep, even two spare seats with the pram - these Carnivals have HUGE boot space!  :D (which is why we decided to go for one!)

Nice plant Kimmy!  ;) ;D
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Post by: goldfish on April 04, 2013, 01:09:23 am
Astarra, congratulations on the car!! You'll love it!!  Good luck with the sale of the previous one- hope it goes quickly for you!

Kimmy.. Your DH is so thoughtful .. I'm sure you already have but give him another big hug... That kafir lime tree is beautiful!! :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 04, 2013, 02:01:27 am
I went looking at new cars last month and I said to the sales am "gee you've really color co-ordinated your show room" as all the cars were white, silver and black. He said not really, as they bought all the demos to be on sold they were the best selling colours. In the last 10 years after having a white car, then a graphite colour I wanted to go for a colour but they had nothing to show me except the print colours in a brochure (which are no indication of the real colour). The potential to spend $000's on a car and it was up to my imagination as to what it would like when it came time to pick it up...I sorta lost interest and am going to stick with my current car until I see one that grabs me.
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Post by: obbie on April 04, 2013, 02:23:48 am
I am looking at buying 2 new cars next week. :)
Got the quotes yesterday.

we seem to buy silver or graphite utes.
we have one white ute.
so we have 3 white and 4 silver / graphite cars.

 
I so love buying cars. Love getting the salesman down on price.
 ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on April 04, 2013, 02:38:11 am
We're getting 2 new cars too.  Well, one ute (charcoal grey) and one 7-seater (slightly blue silver).   8)

Was hoping they'd be here by now, but still waiting.... 
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Post by: cookie1 on April 04, 2013, 03:28:23 am
We usually have white cars as they are easier to see out on the open road. We bought a burgundy Nissan Patrol but gosh it shows the dirt and it is hard to see on the road in certain lights. Hence the Hilux is white. I wanted red but we had to wait 6 months and I didn't want to be down one car for that long. The old car is on a concessional license and can only be driven under certain rules, so not down to the shops.  :-\
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Post by: obbie on April 04, 2013, 03:52:21 am
Cookie we are registering our panel van next week..
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Post by: cookie1 on April 04, 2013, 06:59:18 am
Great effort Robyn. Photo please?
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Post by: mcmich on April 04, 2013, 07:34:22 am
Would love to see a photo of the panel van Robyn. Have you made curtains?
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Post by: Frozzie on April 04, 2013, 08:34:07 pm
Dh recently got his new car.. Hyundai Santa Fe highlander...in Arabian mocca as we love black but thought in oz too hot and didn't want another silver car and white I'm not a big fan so got that colour and we love it.. It's a dark gold type brown .. Not my first choice of colour but we really liked it when we saw it in the showroom.. Has 7 seats which is what we were after and a sunroof that opens the length of the car plus a hundred other options..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/05/6ymezu9e.jpg)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 04, 2013, 09:54:06 pm
We always have silver or white cars too. Had a black Honda prelude years ago and it was worse than white for showing the dirt. Silver is my choice as  you have to look really closely to notice the dirt. We have 2 silver cars at the moment and a white 7 seater  4 wheel drive to accommodate the kids .
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Post by: mcmich on April 04, 2013, 11:05:23 pm
That's a lovely colour Kim.
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Post by: Amanda on April 04, 2013, 11:56:48 pm
We always try to go for white cars, too.
I think that black absorbs waaaay too much heat in the summer.  The silver/gray ones worry me too.  The light silver ones are often hard to see against the lighter bitumen of the roads and the darker ones blend with wet bitumen.
White just stands out.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 05, 2013, 12:00:57 am
Kim that color looks really nice, I too like driving a white car and it doesn't show the dirt too much.
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Post by: mcmich on April 05, 2013, 12:04:14 am
I have never thought too much about colour and safety - I always get red because it's my favourite colour and the car looks like it's going fast even when it's parked.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 05, 2013, 12:19:30 am
 :D :D :D
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 12:48:35 am
Panelvan
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 12:50:38 am
Panel van :)
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 12:52:29 am
we are registering it Tuesday next week, just got restored, and did roadworthy yesterday.

Can't find another in Aussie, in original condition and restored at all.

Plenty of wrecked hotted up ones. :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 05, 2013, 12:58:59 am
Very nice Obbie, you will have to take it to the drive-in  :D
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Post by: goldfish on April 05, 2013, 01:01:20 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 05, 2013, 12:04:14 am
I have never thought too much about colour and safety - I always get red because it's my favourite colour and the car looks like it's going fast even when it's parked.

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D excellent rationale there Mich!!  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 05, 2013, 01:13:07 am
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on April 05, 2013, 12:00:57 am
Kim that color looks really nice, I too like driving a white car and it doesn't show the dirt too much.
+1...we've gone from a white to a black to a silver and back to a white.
Loved black but too much of a pain to keep clean, it was like a dust magnet and dusty black cars just don't look nice.
Also dark colours show swirl marks and scratches  very easlily in sunlight....a lot of this is caused by incorrect washing methods though.

My only issue with white is that we own two turbo charged hatch backs and they do tend to leave a little black soot on the rear hatch lip,
which shows up on white!

I also think the type and style of a car just looks better in certain colours, but then Ive always loved cars, never used to be a fan of white
but now am (depending on the white) and yes, they can even look quiet shiny (wet look) depending on the plant job and products used....

Way too much info....typical me when Im passionate about something...Im tha same with my TM and iPads too :)
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 05, 2013, 01:15:20 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 05, 2013, 12:04:14 am
I have never thought too much about colour and safety - I always get red because it's my favourite colour and the car looks like it's going fast even when it's parked.

Hehe, love it....I've also heard on the car forum I belong to that rev heads always want to race red cars, so look out for them too  Mich :D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 05, 2013, 01:18:30 am
Looks awesome obbie, love that shine...white can `pop' can't it :)
Do you belong to any classic car clubs?
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 01:22:33 am
Yes we joined a car club last month. we took it to a  "show and shine" in October, and everyone just loved it. :D

This year we can enter, so we hope to win with it.

Then to get our HR done up, but we drive that around now, it just needs a  new paint job.
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Post by: goldfish on April 05, 2013, 01:27:12 am
I'm no expert, Obbie - but it does look fabulous! . .  and immaculate!! :D
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 01:39:19 am
Its better than rand new. 50 years old, in all original condition.

Thanks ;)
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Post by: judydawn on April 05, 2013, 01:43:27 am
Looks great Robyn - EJ or EH?
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 01:51:03 am
EJ Judy
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 05, 2013, 02:09:30 am
Looks fantastic Robyn  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 05, 2013, 06:57:51 am
Kim I love your DH's car and the colour. Robyn the PV is great. DON'T go to the drive in, you know what happens in pv's there.  ;D

I must remember to show your photos to DH.
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 07:22:32 am
We only have 1 drive in, and its about 45 - 50 minutes drive.... :)
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on April 05, 2013, 11:09:01 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 05, 2013, 12:04:14 am
I have never thought too much about colour and safety - I always get red because it's my favourite colour and the car looks like it's going fast even when it's parked.
I have a red car too. Red cars definitely go faster.

Nice car Frozzie.
Nice panel van Robyn.
Yep needs curtains mich ;D :D
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Post by: Wonder on April 05, 2013, 11:27:24 am
Robyn, at the drive in (probaby at the end of  the era of the PV) - "if its rockin don't come knocking"!!

Sorry but I don't see the attraction with cars, don't really care what I drive as long as its reliable and no interest in the color or making sure it's cean.
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Post by: maddy on April 05, 2013, 11:21:01 pm
We bought DS another motorbike, early Birthday present.
he didn't want a new, flash shiny one, but a 20+ year old one, just like his Dads  :o

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/95df68384ff78cad7924bedc4959b796.jpg)

He bought a go pro with his own money...

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/69d399133acbe988245362d7b590121a.jpg)

And I thought it wise for us to pay for an extra 2 year replacement warranty!
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2013, 11:23:08 pm
Yes Wonder, i remember that saying at the drive ins.

but, if you look we have no side windows in it.. so no curtains needed.
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Post by: stacelee on April 05, 2013, 11:59:31 pm
I'd love a classic car like a panel van or an old VW.  We are in the market for a new/old car for me because my son is about (hopefully  if he ever gets his license) inherit my current car.  I won't however be getting what I actually want yet because I need a car to teach my daughter to drive in when she gets her learners in a couple of weeks.  I've been promised I can get whatever car I want once she gets her license. 

It will be the first car in 18 years that I won't have to be practical about!!!! as I won't need to transport kids, groceries, etc etc in it.  I just have to be patient :(...the story of my life at the moment...I haven't been able to get any new toys lately.  I was supposed to be getting a new thermal cooker that was released last month in France, but our supplier is not going to be getting it into Australia until the end of the year now :(...I was supposed to be getting a new car but my stepfather wrote his car off and has ended up with the car that we got for my son so we have had to rethink the car thing.

My big purchase this week is 78 metres of new colourbond fencing....more exciting than you would think as it is the last boundary fence that we need to replace...and I will finally be able to plant out some garden beds that I can't currently get to cos a fence is about to fall on my head. 
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Post by: goldfish on April 06, 2013, 12:08:50 am
 :D "All good things come to those who wait"  popped up in my mind stacelee!! ;D ;D  I sure know the feeling!! Hope the fence goes up quickly for you at least . . Good luck with it all . . . !!   :)
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Post by: jakodai on April 06, 2013, 12:59:27 am
I did my Costco shop yesterday, and I found a Kitchen Aid Cookie Press for $23.39. I was really happy with the price, because whenever I'd seen them they were much more than that! I got one for free when I subscribed to the cake decorating magazine, but of course, it was crap. It ended up in the bin after the first use, because when I put the dough in and squeezed, the dough came out the top! I haven't used the kitchen aid one yet, but a friend has one and she loves it so I have high hopes. :-)

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51WmTP7S%2BgL.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2013, 01:03:56 am
Sounds a good buy jakodai.

For South Australian members, the Cosco site appears to have been chosen for their first store here - at Kilburn in the old railway yards.
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Post by: jakodai on April 06, 2013, 01:07:11 am
Ooh, how exciting! I love Costco - but I'm lucky enough to live walking distance from the one in Melbourne.
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Post by: obbie on April 06, 2013, 02:08:43 am
Love the look of a cookie press.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 06, 2013, 02:14:24 am
The only thing wrong with Costco is you have to pay bout $60 a year joining fee and unless you can get there often i don't think it is worth it.
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Post by: snappy on April 06, 2013, 03:16:05 am
Ooh jakodai, that cookie press looks awesome.

I love going (as a guest) to Costco.  Unfortunatey we live a fair way from the only one in Sydney and have a small house with not much storage for bulk goods so I don't have my own membership.  I got a big tub of Hershey's cocoa last time I went which I loved!
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Post by: jakodai on April 06, 2013, 03:25:44 am
I disagree Aussie Brenda. I worked out that with the stuff I bought yesterday if I had have bought it from Coles Online (where I normally do my shopping) I would have spent nearly $80 more. And that's not including flour, either. I normally buy my flour from Costco, last time I bought it was just under $10 for a 10kg bag of baker's flour. I don't go there that often, I don't have a car so I have to rely on other people taking me or using DS dad's car when he comes to visit DS. But with 40 rolls of toilet paper, I don't think I'll need to go that often! lol. But as I mentioned before, I am close by so I can duck in for the small things whenever I need them, and that adds more value, too.

Snappy - I think the hershey's cocoa is worth the membership alone!! lol
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 06, 2013, 08:20:39 am
Im looking forward to Costco being completed in Ringwood cos I live about 4 kms away!!!
Cookie press looks great for the money jakodai, good buy :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 06, 2013, 11:51:11 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on April 06, 2013, 02:14:24 am
The only thing wrong with Costco is you have to pay bout $60 a year joining fee and unless you can get there often i don't think it is worth it.

I agreed at first. Then mum, sister and I went thirds and all go together. $20 is good value for each household.

Went to Melbourne Costco on Friday jakodai. Bought 40 toilet rolls too. Paused for long time at cookie press and after much mind manipulation, said nooo. It was a great bargain. :D
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Post by: jakodai on April 07, 2013, 01:16:19 am
I was there on Friday, too, Kimmy. What a small world? Lol
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 07, 2013, 01:21:45 am
Is that the Costco in Harbour town at the Docklands?
That's the only Costco that I have been in and it was amazing  :)
Love your cookie press jakodai  :)
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Post by: jakodai on April 07, 2013, 01:22:33 am
That's the one I go to, Mama Fergie. I live in Docklands.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 07, 2013, 01:24:01 am
What a lovely place to live jakodai  :D
We usually stay there when we visit Melbourne
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Post by: jakodai on April 07, 2013, 02:04:19 am
It really is, I love it here. It's funny, because people say that Docklands has no soul, but I find quite the opposite. I've lived here for 18 months now, and I've felt more part of a community than I ever have. I know so many more people around here than I have anywhere else I've lived.

If you ever see a Border Collie around Docklands, it's probably me walking him. There is another much older Border Collie around here, too, but he's much darker and very obviously old. Jake's nearly 9, but still thinks he's a puppy!
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 07, 2013, 02:40:39 am
I will look out for him (and you) next time we are in Melbourne. The docklands is our favourite place to stay with so many restaurants and care. My favourite Saganaki had closed down last time I was there.  :( I love the little Cambodian restaurant I think on the same side street as the small supermarket? Used to love Mecca Bah but last few times were disappointing.
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Post by: obbie on April 07, 2013, 04:48:29 am
Love to go to Melbourne, stay in the city, and go to Queen Vic markets....
Love the shopping in the city too.


since we have no shops here >:(
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 07, 2013, 04:53:53 am
Don't you have any shops nearby Robyn?
We are coming up your way early July.
I love shopping anywhere and everywhere and I love browsing in the Vic markets too :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 07, 2013, 05:15:24 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on April 07, 2013, 04:53:53 am
I love shopping anywhere and everywhere and I love browsing in the Vic markets too :)

Me too  ;D ;D
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Post by: Jude59 on April 07, 2013, 07:44:49 am
Quote from: Girlpower247 on April 06, 2013, 08:20:39 am
Im looking forward to Costco being completed in Ringwood cos I live about 4 kms away!!!
Cookie press looks great for the money jakodai, good buy :)

Me too :) also love that Forest Hill Chase will have three warring super markets when Aldi opens there soon.
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Post by: Jadey on April 07, 2013, 04:17:57 pm
Obbie I love your Panelvan! EJ??
Gorgeous!

And I see you have a HR too! That was my first car. I was in the process of doing it all up when everything went wrong, but I still wish I had that car. I have a Torana now.

We go to Costco maybe 4 - 6 times a year (Because it's nowhere near us). But we easily save at least the cost of our membership fee if not more in 1 shop. Definitely find it worthwhile.
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Post by: andiesenji on April 07, 2013, 07:19:11 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on April 06, 2013, 02:14:24 am
The only thing wrong with Costco is you have to pay bout $60 a year joining fee and unless you can get there often i don't think it is worth it.

If you need one of their bigger items you can save as much on one visit as the yearly membership fee.  When you join for the first time, you will get a booklet with coupons which will give you significant savings on several items and also some free items - things that are really a good deal. 
Not long ago I took a neighbor along who wanted to join and the free items were 1 rotisserie chicken (fully cooked, usually 6.99), a "fresh salad greens package- large," a large pie, two loaves of bread, plus a $5. coupon for a fresh meat item and a $3.00 coupon for a cheese item. 
The monthly Costco Messenger that comes in the mail has plenty of coupons and you can plan your shopping ahead of time to take advantage of them.  Also, with all the SAMPLES OF FOODS, you and a friend or family can take part in the very popular "Costco Grazing lunch" which is so popular here in the States and which has been written about at length...  This is one (http://goodgreasyeats.com/2010/03/26/special-report-eat-free-costco/) I bookmarked a while back because it is cute.

One of my friends has estimated that by taking her teenage twin sons along on her weekly jaunts to Costco she has saved more than enough to cover her annual membership as they eat enough of the samples that they don't demand to be fed at the food court on the way out of the store...  OR demanding that she stop at a fast-food place on the way home. 
She has also told me that the boys sampled and liked foods that they would never have eaten at home - Several years ago when they were in the finicky stage where NO new to them food would be considered, she took the along and she recalls that on one trip they tried battered and deep fried artichoke hearts (fully cooked and microwaveable) at Costco  and LOVED them.  They also learned to eat some "exotic" cheeses, that would have been refused if she just bought a chunk and tried to serve it to them at home. 
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Post by: cookie1 on April 08, 2013, 12:16:42 pm
That's wonderful Andie. Children are funny creatures, especially as teenagers.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/09/nupazy7y.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on April 09, 2013, 02:38:19 am
You hit the jackpot, Cookie - at least one successful recipe from a book justifies its existence on your bookshelf!!  (Well, that
s my theory and I'm sticking to it!! ;D ;D)
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Post by: Jamberie on April 09, 2013, 03:50:09 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

They look like magazines to me, so your mantra might be working Cookie  :D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 09, 2013, 05:04:11 am
I wonder if they do,the coupons here my friends who joined didn't"t say anything about then I've only been once and it was good but only got a free sample of grapefruit juice.  If it was closer maybe it would take me about an hours drive just to,get there and in the city.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 05:49:52 am
Jamberie you are correct, they are more magazines. Great excuse, thanks.
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Post by: mcmich on April 09, 2013, 06:25:51 am
Quote from: Jamberie on April 09, 2013, 03:50:09 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

They look like magazines to me, so your mantra might be working Cookie  :D

Isn't it good to have young minds on the forum. Of course it's a magazine, definitely not a book.  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on April 09, 2013, 06:49:02 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/09/nupazy7y.jpg)
great mantra cookie, it seems to be working lol
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 09, 2013, 07:06:54 am
I bought an ice cream machine from kitchen direct only $99 so pretty happy with it,  a bath, taps for the shower,  bath and  basin and a vanity and picked the tiles
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Post by: obbie on April 09, 2013, 07:52:30 am
everton has scanpan on sale..
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Post by: maddy on April 09, 2013, 08:00:10 am
I have been collecting these retro melamine BBQ plates over a few years now....plate by plate, usually from eBay.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c11fce72694fb1ad246beda2172a0dbb.jpg)

....just picked up # 7. :)
They have a lovely pink border, and I believe they're originally made in Melbourne  8)
.....they always get used.
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Post by: mcmich on April 09, 2013, 08:07:12 am
Very cute Maddy.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on April 09, 2013, 09:18:17 am
Love them Maddy... !!
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Post by: obbie on April 10, 2013, 02:39:11 am
Definalty buying 2 more utes, just trying to get the price down on the landcruiser.

Have 2 quotes, so see if they will price match here, or I go Cairns and get it. :)
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Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2013, 02:55:33 am

was disappointed that WW has decided to no longer sell my favourite brand of eucalyptus oil - although their prime competition still carries it - I use the stuff for just about everything!  Then found that the company was selling online . . .

http://www.fgb.com.au/

Bought this package   http://www.fgb.com.au/shop/bosistos-specials/bosistos-eucalyptus-bundle-euc5-detail   at a purported saving of  $37.50  and couldn't resist some their lavender range.  This will last me ages!

So saved quite a bit on the sales, had free shipping and a 10% discount added for registering with them -  very happy with them!  It was a fair amount to outlay at first, but I figured over time it would be worth it . .
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Post by: astarra on April 10, 2013, 06:48:03 am
Cute plates Maddy.  :)

A pic of our new bus....
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Post by: obbie on April 10, 2013, 07:02:30 am
Nice one Astarra.

I just bought a new 4x4 Ranger.

 Hope to buy a landcruiser by 2morow too.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 10, 2013, 07:06:00 am
Lovely Astarra and will fit all the family  :)

I have DD's Volkswagen multivan highline today as i have the kids and it too is like a bus  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 10, 2013, 07:27:31 am
looks great astarra funny when your driving a people mover it doesn't feel like it and I quite often forget until I walk back to the car and realise its a bus ::)
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Post by: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 08:11:58 am
Wow all these new cars and they say the motor industry is dying. LoL.

Having Aldi nearby is awesome and having Aldi nearby means there is so much stuff I didn't know I needed  :-))

Today

(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/WK15_PD_0012(1).jpg)

(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/WK15_PD_0011(1).jpg)

(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/WK15_PD_0010(1).jpg)

(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/WK15_PD_009(1).jpg)

The purple doesn't go with anything in my house. But it's so pretty  :-))

And something that arrived early last week to make shopping at Aldi easier (actually works anywhere since I always forget my stupid eco bags)

(http://shoppingtrolleybags.com.au/images/set-2-fullsize.jpg)

I took them out for the first time today and was stopped by about 3 people asking about them.
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Post by: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 08:14:28 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/09/nupazy7y.jpg)

Cookie they look gorgeous! I am actually doing well with this one but Aldi have some gorgeous Taste cookbooks that I'm just dying to buy. I wish they'd hurry up and go because they look really good. "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books"..................
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Post by: astarra on April 10, 2013, 08:19:14 am
My MIL brought 2 of those Taste cookbooks back with her from Aldi on their last trip to mainland....... they are gorgeous and the recipes sound YUM! I can just borrow hers so ...  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on April 10, 2013, 08:28:02 am
Quote from: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 08:14:28 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2013, 02:35:04 am
I say a new mantra.  ' I do not want or need anymore recipe books '. It doesn't seem to work.
DD and I bought one each of these. I have made a lovely light fruit cake from one and the flavour is lovely.

              (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/09/nupazy7y.jpg)

Cookie they look gorgeous! I am actually doing well with this one but Aldi have some gorgeous Taste cookbooks that I'm just dying to buy. I wish they'd hurry up and go because they look really good. "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books" "I do not want or need anymore recipe books"..................

I'm off to Aldi tomorrow.
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Post by: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 08:51:29 am
The Grandma Cooks and the Chocolate one look awesome. And the cupcake one too.
The recipes are all things I can see myself making.


"I do not want or need anymore recipe books"
"I do not want or need anymore recipe books"
"I do not want or need anymore recipe books"
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Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2013, 08:59:26 am
Lol... Cutting and pasting doesn't cut the mustard, Jadey!!  The only way that works is with a chalkboard and a huge box of chalk!! ;).  lol
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 10, 2013, 09:04:33 am
lol gf ;D;D
the taste cupcake one is great dd bought it for me for Christmas  easily converted to tm as well and for me that's saying something so maybe if you have to buy one get this one ;D;D
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Post by: astarra on April 10, 2013, 09:57:50 am
MIL has cupcakes one and the chocolate one......
sorry, I'm not helping....
"you don't want or need any more cookbooks...."  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2013, 10:29:53 am
Quote from: astarra on April 10, 2013, 09:57:50 am

"you don't want or need any more cookbooks...."      ;D ;D ;D


edited . . . . ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 10, 2013, 10:40:06 am
Like your new bus Astarra  8)
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Post by: astarra on April 10, 2013, 11:01:07 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on April 10, 2013, 10:40:06 am
Like your new bus Astarra  8)

Thanx!  :D

Quote from: goldfish on April 10, 2013, 10:29:53 am
Quote from: astarra on April 10, 2013, 09:57:50 am

"you don't want or need any more cookbooks...."      ;D ;D ;D


edited . . . . ;D ;D ;D


LOL!!!  ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 10, 2013, 11:48:36 am
Nice bus Astarra.

Just not looking at those gorgeous aldi purchases. No, definitely not looking. Not me. Me not look. No. ;)
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Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2013, 12:00:01 pm
Well, Kimmy... Maybe not tonight... They'll look lovely on the morning though !!! C 'mon... Just a peek... ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2013, 12:01:40 pm
Love your vehicle Astarra.

I'm glad we don't have an Aldi here this time.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on April 10, 2013, 01:13:18 pm
I second that Cookie!
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Post by: nazar on April 10, 2013, 02:23:38 pm
l third that .   l think l would spend TOO MUCH MONEY
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Post by: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 02:27:38 pm
Aww gf :( You are a party pooper ;)

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Post by: Yvette on April 11, 2013, 01:25:34 am
Nice purchases Jadey

Nice car Astarra
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Post by: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 01:31:56 am
Quote from: Jadey on April 10, 2013, 02:27:38 pm
Aww gf :( You are a party pooper ;)



Who? Me?? . . Never let it be said . . .!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on April 11, 2013, 02:22:11 am
Ordered a new ice cream maker late Tuesday afternoon and its here already. Hows that for speedy service  ;D
I like the look of it and even although it doesn't have a compressor it looks very easy to use.
I don't mind having to freeze the bowl
Gave the one with the wonky lid to DS who has sent it back to be repaired or replaced.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2013, 02:24:38 am
MF I am itching to know, why did you change your user name please? If you have already said I'm sorry I missed it. ??? ???
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 11, 2013, 02:32:28 am
Just because everyone on the forum calls me MF so it seemed logical and my GD 18 was confused by the 2 names and said it would be simpler  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 02:58:34 am
Lol MF.... If I did that I'd have a "Gluten Free" identity crisis... ;) kinda miss Mama though .... ;)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 11, 2013, 03:12:26 am
 ;D ;D ;D
Will always have Gluten Free in my head now when I read your posts  ;D
I liked Mama too. .... But after GD mentioned it I thought MF was easier.
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Post by: obbie on April 11, 2013, 03:15:36 am
Oohh  I did not notice MF.

Still like Mama Fergie  too.
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Post by: obbie on April 11, 2013, 03:20:41 am
Ok so yesterday I bought a silver ford ranger 4x4.

Today i bought another Landcruiser.

2 cars in 2 days :)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 11, 2013, 03:44:21 am
Nice vehicle Astarra , have four billy-lids is challenging with cars.    Obbie you are buying my kind of vehicle.  I have been driving my DS's Porche 4/4 but actually do prefer my 4/4 Rodeo. :D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 11, 2013, 03:52:31 am
Well done obbie, you're on a roll...hope you bargained hard :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 11, 2013, 03:58:27 am
Quote from: MF on April 11, 2013, 02:22:11 am
Ordered a new ice cream maker late Tuesday afternoon and its here already. Hows that for speedy service  ;D
I like the look of it and even although it doesn't have a compressor it looks very easy to use.
I don't mind having to freeze the bowl
Gave the one with the wonky lid to DS who has sent it back to be repaired or replaced.
I ordered one on Tuesday and it was delivered yesterday great service
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 11, 2013, 05:05:10 am
Was it kitchenware direct Suzanne?
I ordered mine at just before 5pm Tuesday and it was here at 8am today.
Is yours the cuisineart that was reduced to $99?
I ordered the silver but it had sold out so they sent me the red one instead.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on April 11, 2013, 05:38:26 am


And something that arrived early last week to make shopping at Aldi easier (actually works anywhere since I always forget my stupid eco bags)

(http://shoppingtrolleybags.com.au/images/set-2-fullsize.jpg)

I took them out for the first time today and was stopped by about 3 people asking about them.
[/quote]

Jadey where did you get those trolley bags??
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Post by: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 05:46:19 am
Just looked up this site . . . .    www.shoppingtrolleybags.com.au     - these look great! :D
or . . www.ecoathome.com.au
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Post by: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 05:54:00 am
Have just ordered a set of these (the 2 bag set) - factory seconds are available and a lot cheaper . . just scroll to bottom of the page . .
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2013, 05:55:23 am
Wow Robyn, business must be going well.  :D

Love the bags.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 11, 2013, 06:01:01 am
Quote from: obbie on April 11, 2013, 03:20:41 am
Ok so yesterday I bought a silver ford ranger 4x4.

Today i bought another Landcruiser.

2 cars in 2 days :)

Awesome Robyn  :D
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Post by: mcmich on April 11, 2013, 06:07:38 am
Quote from: medusa on April 11, 2013, 05:38:26 am


And something that arrived early last week to make shopping at Aldi easier (actually works anywhere since I always forget my stupid eco bags)

(http://shoppingtrolleybags.com.au/images/set-2-fullsize.jpg)

I took them out for the first time today and was stopped by about 3 people asking about them.

Jadey where did you get those trolley bags??
[/quote]

The only thing that's stopping me from ordering these bags is that I think they would be too heavy to lift out of the trolley and into the boot. You would be lifting half a trolleys worth of groceries.
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Post by: obbie on April 11, 2013, 07:36:18 am
time to upgrade, and I am great at buying cars.... :D
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Post by: Yvette on April 11, 2013, 07:38:25 am
Lucky you Robyn  :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 11, 2013, 11:03:57 am
Love the bags jadey. I agree with mich. they would be heavy to lift.
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Post by: Jadey on April 11, 2013, 01:58:46 pm
Quote from: medusa on April 11, 2013, 05:38:26 am


Jadey where did you get those trolley bags??

www.shoppingtrolleybags.com.au
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Post by: Jadey on April 11, 2013, 01:59:41 pm
Quote from: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 05:54:00 am
Have just ordered a set of these (the 2 bag set) - factory seconds are available and a lot cheaper . . just scroll to bottom of the page . .

Yup I did the factory seconds too. Can't see what's second about them though.
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Post by: Jadey on April 11, 2013, 02:02:08 pm
They are surprisingly easy to lift. You aren't supposed to have too much heavy stuff in them (rated to 12kg) so you offload heavier stuff into  your eco bags in the boot first. Although I just lifted them without too much worry.
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Post by: goldfish on April 11, 2013, 02:07:47 pm
I was thinking as much, Jadey.  I can't lift weights like I used to, so often repack heavier items for the trip home.  I'm looking forward to trying them out - and the seconds are a great deal!
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Post by: maddy on April 12, 2013, 12:18:21 am
Lock n lock Via TVSN

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8cf6f4b0822abc6ee42aafb5e56d1aab.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6464b70a5d69a625f2b77ee30354b105.jpg)

The last set I bought was vortexed to the pantry , so these are for the fridge

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/98ccfe65c54da6a19f8d27357ab71f4c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/377784bf7176cdf076462d6de710511c.jpg)

....and picked up another 2.4 kg tub of knorr gravy from Campbell's cash & carry.....was a little concerned as I had kids with me, but left relatively unscathed down the confectionary isle.   Out of the mountains of giant boxed sugary goodies, we left with just a 30 pack box of P.K chewy, & 24 box of drumsticks.
.....they were hounding me to buy the 3 kg. King Kong jar of Nutella   :o  but they lost out there  :P

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 12, 2013, 12:22:30 am
More cars Robyn  :o  you could set up a dealership at you place  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on April 12, 2013, 02:03:09 am
Yes Maddy we have 7 now, but we decided to buy 2 new utes, and then sell our 2 land cruises privately.

Cheaper to upgrade now, and still get good prices for our 2 cruises, before they cost us money. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on April 12, 2013, 02:12:31 am
Obbie, we're a bit like a car yard at the moment too - new SUV and Ute for us, plus the 2 previous wagons, plus 2 vans (one being driven by worker though). 
But we just sold one of the vans yesterday  ;D Yippee.  One down, 2 to go...or maybe just one if we decide to hire another worker.

I got my car yesterday, and DH off to pick his ute up right now!   8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on April 12, 2013, 02:32:44 am
Just trying to catch up with this  thread,  :D ;D
 Great cars ladies  ;D
Also some great information, I had wondered what had become of the Eucalyptus GF, there are a lot of items disappearing from the shelves these days.  Those shopping bags look interesting, may have to have a closer look.   
As far as cook books go, have already slipped another two in  :D ;D

I purchased a blue tooth speaker for my Ipad and even have it working, that fact alone is amazing.  Also bought a small recorder to record things for the future, both for DH and myself.  ;)

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on April 13, 2013, 05:19:13 am
A very, very naughty lady led me astray....and now a 45 piece "Napoleon  Bee" cutlery set, is coming from Neiman Marcus  ;D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9baa0019077cc94f9f7fea3cb22d45e4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c62e31569570b122a16495fa9e5555b7.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/43626bee6f36aa02e172f46d34e01100.jpg)

...Sayonara to my current hodge podge setting   :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 13, 2013, 05:32:29 am
Maddy I love it. Is it stainless steel? Imagine having bees on your cutlery, that is awesome.
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Post by: mcmich on April 13, 2013, 05:34:55 am
That is a gorgeous cutlery set Maddy.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 13, 2013, 06:09:53 am
Laguiole cultery has a bee as the iconic emblem on all of their pièces however not the same style or brand obviously as maddys purchase .. Thats how you know its laguiole

They are lovely maddy :)
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Post by: maddy on April 13, 2013, 06:17:30 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 13, 2013, 05:32:29 am
Maddy I love it. Is it stainless steel? Imagine having bees on your cutlery, that is awesome.

18/10 stainless steel....I was torn with the peacock set too....but it was WAY more in price  :(

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9d92c55c2b2bceeec04122d5351dedc3.jpg)

The bees were on special, and free shipping to Aus.   8)
Link to their cutlery....very nice ;)
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/category.jsp?itemId=cat44700736&parentId=cat40510812&masterId=cat000553&fromDrawer=true


Quote from: Frozzie on April 13, 2013, 06:09:53 am
Laguiole cultery has a bee as the iconic emblem on all of their pièces however not the same style or brand obviously as maddys purchase .. Thats how you know its laguiole

Yes...I would hate to think the price of a Laguiole set Kim  :P
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Post by: Frozzie on April 13, 2013, 07:03:39 am
They mainly do knives and there are différent grades and catégories and they arent that expensive :)
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Post by: Emme on April 13, 2013, 07:15:59 am
Cutlery set is lovely Maddie

Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on April 13, 2013, 07:16:31 am
Oh maddy love that site and some of those cultery sets :))
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Post by: deedub on April 13, 2013, 08:58:32 am
Today I bought 2 toilet seats, since the lids on both our toilets were cracked - kids grrrr. Then bought a new bag for myself, the one I'm using now has GOT to go. Sadly not a Chanel one - I was in the Chanel store yesterday with a colleague (just to look) can't believe how busy it was! Don't these people read the price labels lol!
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Post by: obbie on April 13, 2013, 10:38:19 am
went shopping today ;D

bought some wine glasses for me

clothes for the kids

had lunch with 3 friends, caught up.

One friends birthday today, so pressies for her,  not sure what to do, as not much common anymore with us..we have grown apart heaps.

kids saw 2 movies, and came home.. ;D
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Post by: andiesenji on April 14, 2013, 09:50:44 pm
The flatware is just beautiful, Maddy.  I wouldn't be able to decide between the Bee and the Peacock...

I have to take someone with me when I go to Neiman Marcus -- :o  and I leave my credit cards at home. 
I have a similar problem at Dillards - I try to avoid the entrance where the  handbags are sited with the center display counter with only Coach bags, to which I seem to be addicted.

I have no excuse for buying another set of flatware.  I have several sets of SS as well as my great grandmother's high Victorian silver with all the odd pieces that the Victorians loved so much.  My grandmothers is more modest with an Art Deco design from the early '20s and I have the set I received for my first marriage in 1961.  All require polishing so I keep them in their "tarnish-proof" chests except for very rare "special" occasions.
My favorite SS is a set of rather heavy, old-style Towle with a "beaded" edge detail but otherwise quite plain. I like it because the dinner forks are large  with long tines. 
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Post by: droverjess on April 15, 2013, 08:38:41 am
Thanks for making me smile this morning.
Am quite safe coming to this thread in our current circumstances.
Window shopping is just fine!
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Post by: obbie on April 16, 2013, 03:54:49 am
DJ I don't shop very much, as I  am always at work.
Only really on school holidays we go shopping, and the movies.
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Post by: Alexis on April 16, 2013, 03:57:49 am
I need a new kettle. The last one I bought looks really nice,its glass, but sounds like a plane taking off. Every time my DH uses it he says - gee, that things noisy -  which I find more annoying than the kettle. So time for a new one. Any suggestions?
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 16, 2013, 04:19:13 am
I bought a whisper quiet kettle but it isn't quiet at all::) so I wouldn't recommend it my mum has one that has different buttons on it to boil it to the temperature you want not sure of the brand but it was a little expensive for a kettle but I love it and want one for mothers day ;D
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Post by: Alexis on April 16, 2013, 04:23:30 am
Thanks for that. I've been looking at reviews and they all seem to say that the whisper quiet ones start off quiet and then go really loud. I'll look for ones that have temp settings.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 16, 2013, 04:47:25 am
I had a breville one with the different settings but unfortunately it only lasted for about 15 months  >:(
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 16, 2013, 04:57:15 am
that's not good mf,  mum's had hers for ages
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Post by: Alexis on April 16, 2013, 05:02:59 am
OK, not Breville. Thanks :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 16, 2013, 06:24:32 am
I have the Breville one with the temperature settings. So far so good and it is reasonably quiet.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 16, 2013, 07:41:08 am
I loved mine Michele and it is quiet but mine burnt out after 15 months so I bought a sunbeam.
It's just your luck I guess as I have many breville appliances and that's my first and  only 'lemon'
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Post by: mab19 on April 16, 2013, 08:19:56 am
Bought myself a little black evening bag and black top to wear under the outfit I will be wearing to DD's deb ball, only need to get some "bling" now.  Then spotted two jackets I liked so decided to buy them both.  I told DH I am worth it. :D :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 16, 2013, 08:30:15 am
Mab always nice to spoil yourself ;D
I bought a travel bag for my tmx ordered yesterday arrived today;D
going to take it with us when we go to Green Head during the school holidays
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 16, 2013, 11:55:04 am
I also have the Breville kettle with different settings...love it, so far so good but its only a couple of months old.
I also have their 4 slice toaster, very happy with that and so far best toaster we've owned.
Love the different settings and slow rise...haha toast doesn't jump out of toaster anymore

I did read reviews and a couple of the Breville models didn't get very glowing ones, sometimes it's luck of the draw I guess
like most things we buy
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Post by: Alexis on April 16, 2013, 12:28:43 pm
Thanks for all the kettle thoughts. I'll have a look at the Breville, I like most of their products.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on April 16, 2013, 01:16:52 pm
I'm really happy with the emerald green kenwood kettle that I bought earlier this year
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Post by: Jamberie on April 16, 2013, 10:16:42 pm
ES, its it one of those KMix ones? I'm looking at getting one of those. Is it noisy?
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Post by: obbie on April 18, 2013, 02:44:01 am
who has been shopping......
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Post by: Wonder on April 18, 2013, 02:49:02 am
I'm shopping at the moment! At Westfield having a lovely wander and shop. Have already spent too much at Country Rd but would still like a pair of boots. Just having an early lunch.
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Post by: jo_nz on April 18, 2013, 02:53:06 am
I bought 2 stackable baskets to tidy up a kitchen cupboard, and they don't fit!!!  They would have been okay, but have little clips that you fold over so they can stack, and it makes it just a tiny bit too wide. 

Not to worry, have put them in the cupboard under the sink which also needed some serious tidying. :-))
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 18, 2013, 05:43:37 am
Sounds good wonder, I hope you find some boots  ;D

I'm going to go shopping tomorrow and get me some winter boots/shoes before the kids start their school holidays might go to the hairdressers too

I did buy a tm travel bag ordered Tuesday arrived yesterday oh and some lego of fishpond that was delivered today only 2 more parcels due to come I think  :-))

Bugger about the baskets Jo
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Post by: jo_nz on April 18, 2013, 06:11:57 am
Oh, I forgot, we got a fish tank for DS's 6th birthday  ;D
It has a voucher for 2 fish, so once we get it all set up, he can choose his own.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 19, 2013, 01:06:51 pm
Lots recently but big items were BBQ, tonight outdoor dining table & chairs and very soon a heater brrrr a bit cool tonight

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/19/epysyna2.jpg)

This is the table.. Extends from 6 to 8 :)
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Post by: judydawn on April 19, 2013, 01:12:56 pm
Nice Kim, hopefully you will still get some nice weather for some BBQs in Sydney.
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Post by: andiesenji on April 19, 2013, 10:27:17 pm
I have two of the Zojirushi water boilers (http://www.zojirushi.com/user/scripts/user/prod_category.php?prod_category_id=2) as I like to have near boiling water instantly available.  I do have an "InstaHot" faucet at a kitchen sink but I like having the boiler in my office so I don't have to trek out to the kitchen every time I want some tea, cocoa or ?.  
The one I have in the office is 3 liters.  

I also have one in my bathroom so I can sterilize my toothbrushes, etc., and occasionally I want near-boiling water for mixing facial stuff.  (I have an oatmeal based facial mask that calls for boiling water to mix the stuff before it is left to set for 15 minutes to cool and thicken)

The boilers can be set to hold the water at the temp you wish.  I use filtered water so they don't have to be put through the cleaning cycle as often.  Before I began using only filtered water I had to clean them about every three months because my water is high in calcium.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 19, 2013, 10:53:39 pm
Unfortunately jd its raining today but im sure we will get alot more use out of it than what we did with our bbq and outdoor setting in france..all good! What i love is even when its raining here its not chill to the bone cold not like we are used to :)
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Post by: Wonder on April 19, 2013, 11:28:39 pm
Looks great Kim, I'm sure you will still get some use out of them. We purchased some outdoor heaters which are on the wall above our outdoor couch and they provide instant heat. I love reading outside in winter with the heater on!
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Post by: Emme on April 19, 2013, 11:33:31 pm
That looks wonderful Frozzie, hoping there will be a few more warmer days to come for you to try it out.

Marie
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Post by: Frozzie on April 20, 2013, 05:01:53 am
Thx guys :)

Wonder we were thinking of buying one of those circular heaters they have at cafes etc.. Dont know how good they are
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Post by: Wonder on April 20, 2013, 05:38:14 am
Kim, ours is just a small electric bar infrared heater which we mounted above the lounge. The heat doesn't travel far but is instantaneous and is great for sitting on the couch
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2013, 08:04:01 am
Lovely setting Kim.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 20, 2013, 08:12:35 am
Thx cookie :)

Will look into heating later on once everything else is sorted!!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2013, 08:21:43 am
I just can't help myself.
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Post by: Alexis on April 20, 2013, 08:52:50 am
Naughty, naughty!
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Post by: mcmich on April 20, 2013, 09:09:50 pm
Lovely outdoor setting Kim.

Will be interested in your review of the book Cookie, I don't have a bread making book.
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Post by: obbie on April 20, 2013, 11:40:51 pm
Kim, setting looks like mine, but we have 8 chairs.

Great shopping.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 20, 2013, 11:50:25 pm
Wedont havea large outdoor area so. Loved the idea of the extendsble setting.. Were going to get extra chairs but decidedon justthe 6 for now.. We have enough trouble fitting things in as is even though our place is large for wherewe are!! We have to downsize alot but love where we are living:)
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Post by: goldfish on April 20, 2013, 11:51:40 pm
Yesterday, went to a Preserving Workshop put on by the Permaculture Sydney Institute and bought this great book by Bill Mollison . . Instructions galore - 244 pages of fascinating reading

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Post by: goldfish on April 21, 2013, 12:04:23 am
Quote from: Frozzie on April 19, 2013, 01:06:51 pm
Lots recently but big items were BBQ, tonight outdoor dining table & chairs and very soon a heater brrrr a bit cool tonight

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This is the table.. Extends from 6 to 8 :)

Kim, may I ask where the table is from?
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Post by: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 12:17:51 am
Yes just went to harvey norman.. We were looking at a few but liked this one
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Post by: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 12:19:39 am
And it was on sale..
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Post by: goldfish on April 21, 2013, 12:21:31 am
Thanks Kim - love the extendable idea!

Quote from: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 12:19:39 am
And it was on sale..

 . . . and this an even better idea . . !!! ;D ;D ;D

So glad you're settling in and things are looking up!!
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Post by: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 12:23:22 am
Thx gf so am i.. Finally starting to feel a bit more like my old self... 😁😁
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Post by: obbie on April 21, 2013, 02:18:02 am
Frozzie love a sale....

we have one of those gas heaters on our back deck. fantastic..
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2013, 03:27:04 am
Michele the bread book has lots of advice in there as well as recipes. Lots of the recipes use sourdough and it was only $19.95 so I bought it. I haven't had a really good look yet.
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Post by: mcmich on April 21, 2013, 04:05:36 am
That's what I need Cookie, lot's of advice. I think Chookie has bread making tips somewhere?
I should look that up.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 10:20:27 pm
Quote from: obbie on April 21, 2013, 02:18:02 am
Frozzie love a sale....

we have one of those gas heaters on our back deck. fantastic..

Robyn would you say they just take thechill out of the air or they actually keep you warm??
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Post by: maddy on April 22, 2013, 01:41:51 am
Quote from: Frozzie on April 21, 2013, 12:23:22 am
. Finally starting to feel a bit more like my old self... 😁😁

That's fabulous Kim  :)
setting looks great, your house is becoming a home now  8)
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Post by: obbie on April 22, 2013, 02:29:08 am
It keeps us warm Kim.
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Post by: Wonder on April 22, 2013, 04:30:34 am
Kim, if you are looking at purchasing an outdoor heater have a good look around. There are so many options now available now and they all have their pros and cons. The strip heaters we purchased are great for our area because they provide instant heat and could be mounted up high, easily plugged into an outdoor powerpoint and were a fairly cheap option. They can't be moved around though which suited us but it depends on your specific space.
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Post by: Nikkit on April 22, 2013, 07:59:19 am
I bought a new rug...for my old horse.
Just to keep him warm on these cooler nights we are having. He is getting on (23 this year) and I've noticed this last few mornings he has walked a lot in his night yard, so he's trying to keep warm.
I'll give him extra yummies tonight and a toasty rug and he'll be happy.
I do spoil my 'boys'.
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Post by: mcmich on April 22, 2013, 08:11:31 am
At 23 he deserves a new rug, he doesn't need to be cold. How long is an average horse's life?
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Post by: gertbysea on April 22, 2013, 08:18:59 am
I keep,swearing off this thread but.....you never know what is new.

Old horses love a new blankie.

Love the new table Kim. Noice.

Gert
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Post by: Nikkit on April 22, 2013, 11:43:31 pm
Mcmich - the thing is - he has rugs, and plenty of them, just none for 'not too cold just a little bit cool' nights! The others ones he has are for when it is down to 10 degrees or below that - they are toasty warm ones.
The average life for a horse - well 23 used to be ancient, but not any more as we are looking after horses so much better now. I have a funny feeling this old boy is going to hang around for a lot longer yet - he could go on past 30. I just want him to be happy here in his retirement.
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Post by: maddy on April 24, 2013, 05:10:24 am
By sheer fate, everten had the Riess enamel dishes with 30% off.....I did succumb  ;)....both different sizes.  They clean up beautifully.

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Post by: obbie on April 24, 2013, 05:12:19 am
OOOh  Maddy lovely dishes.
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Post by: Wonder on April 24, 2013, 05:47:01 am
Lovely dishes maddie
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Post by: Frozzie on April 25, 2013, 12:02:49 pm
Thx wonder will do.. Think we are looking at the gas bottle ones.. They heat 17 sqm apparently and have seen them alot in france in cafes so know they can heat well..

Thankyou gert 😁
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Post by: Nikkit on April 25, 2013, 11:23:40 pm
Maddie I am so glad you do all the shopping in here. I love the things you buy. I look at them wistfully, longingly, thinking of all the things I could do with them. Then I wake up to reality and remember that my cupboards are stuffed full and I cannot fit anything else in unless I have a clean out. And ... well ... I just can't get rid of any of my things.
Keep shopping girl - love the things you show us.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on April 26, 2013, 12:11:22 am
Mmm done a lot of shopping here in Singapore.

Little India today, hoping I can bring some spices home. I think they will be ok if they are sealed.

 :)
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Post by: kyton on April 26, 2013, 04:41:23 am
Returned from Honolulu last night - not much shopping done this trip due to having kids with us.

I do wonder what customs thought of us however as we did buy a new kitchen garbage bin ($50 in Oahu compared to close to $200 here) and a new kitchen tap (touch to turn on and off!) LOL.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 26, 2013, 05:32:39 am
At the moment in bigw they have the hard cover WW pressure cooker and also more slow cooking recipes WW book for $20 .. That's $10 each.. It's a combined pack so have to take both but great deal... Rrp is 80 for both..
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Post by: Frozzie on April 26, 2013, 05:33:09 am
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2013, 05:51:39 am
Sometimes it would be worth having a pressure cooker, I think.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 26, 2013, 05:54:20 am
I am not looking!!!!!!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on April 26, 2013, 05:59:33 am
I am, could go shopping tomorrow.
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2013, 06:06:54 am
Latest model Bissell steam mop. It only does hard floors and freshens carpets, doesn't have any attachments for grout etc.
Will see how it goes?

It does pay to smile sweetly though - Got $10 off the price (big deal) and an extended 5yr warranty for free (well worth it)  ;D ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on April 26, 2013, 06:52:38 am
Lol cookie... The books are great value... I paid more than that just for the pressure cooker one.. Im giving the pressure cooker one to a friend..i have never seen them tht cheap but not trying to influence anyone lol
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Post by: Halex on April 26, 2013, 08:24:19 am
I hae both books :o
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2013, 09:17:21 am
Well done Michele. I have one but it only does hard floors. I wouldn't mind one I could use in the walkways that have carpet.

I may call at Big W tomorrow. Ill see. DD and I are going to Jamie's Italian for lunch that opened in Perth a while ago. I am looking forward to it.
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2013, 09:20:59 am
Yummy Cookie - love Italian  :D
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Post by: Wonder on April 26, 2013, 10:31:07 am
That's a great buy Frozzie, I have the PC book and use it all the time.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 26, 2013, 12:17:40 pm
It is wonder.. I had to scan to check theprice was real.. So very cheap.. Ibought it for the slow cooker one as already had the pressure cooker one... Was stilla good. Deal
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Post by: Halex on April 26, 2013, 11:29:38 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on April 26, 2013, 09:17:21 am
Well done Michele. I have one but it only does hard floors. I wouldn't mind one I could use in the walkways that have carpet.

I may call at Big W tomorrow. Ill see. DD and I are going to Jamie's Italian for lunch that opened in Perth a while ago. I am looking forward to it.

The one at Harbour Front Vivo City is opening soon.

How was lunch cookie?

 :)
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Post by: judydawn on April 27, 2013, 06:31:29 am
Katie sent me a link to free shipping from kitchendirect so I  bought a 3.5 litre slow cooker this morning - my 6.5 litre model will be far too big for me now.  Thanks Katie, you certainly are on the ball.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 27, 2013, 12:27:29 pm
Lovely Hally. I raved on about it in 'What have you been doing today?" 
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Post by: droverjess on April 27, 2013, 09:28:33 pm
Well done Judy
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Post by: Amanda on April 27, 2013, 11:29:43 pm
I'm on Kangaroo Island for the weekend, checking out their amazing food producers, and will be spending up big at the farmers market this morning.
I can't wait!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 27, 2013, 11:35:57 pm
Quote from: Amanda on April 27, 2013, 11:29:43 pm
I'm on Kangaroo Island for the weekend, checking out their amazing food producers, and will be spending up big at the farmers market this morning.
I can't wait!

Colour me green!

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on April 27, 2013, 11:37:47 pm
Ohhhhh! Me too!!!!!!! *huge sigh*
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Post by: jo_nz on April 27, 2013, 11:42:53 pm
I found these (http://www.fairyblossom.co.nz/catalogue/16p5/DE0423/Lunch-Boxes-Lunch-Bags/Fuel-Snack-n-Dip-Container-Green) little snack containers at the supermarket, so the kids will be getting "le snak"s in their lunch boxes.   :)
Quite a lot cheaper than on the website too - only (NZ)$6.99, and of course no postage on top of that.  
I bought the last 2 in the shop.  They also had the sandwich wraps of the same brand on clearance ($4), so got a couple of those to help keep wraps together (DD's playcentre is glad wrap free, and they just don't always hold together that well with nothing).
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Post by: obbie on April 27, 2013, 11:53:08 pm
They look good Jo
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Post by: Halex on April 28, 2013, 12:23:34 am
Jo they look god, fun for kids. Are they re-useable?
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Post by: jo_nz on April 28, 2013, 12:39:45 am
Yes, reusable - and there's a little dip spreader knife that clips into the lid, which the kids will love too (until it gets lost, of course).
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Post by: mcmich on April 28, 2013, 01:54:29 am
Quote from: Amanda on April 27, 2013, 11:29:43 pm
I'm on Kangaroo Island for the weekend, checking out their amazing food producers, and will be spending up big at the farmers market this morning.
I can't wait!

Lucky you Amanda. Is it an organised tour? They do about 3-4 organised foody tours a year. Would love to go on one.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 28, 2013, 02:11:56 am
Quote from: mcmich on April 28, 2013, 01:54:29 am
Quote from: Amanda on April 27, 2013, 11:29:43 pm
I'm on Kangaroo Island for the weekend, checking out their amazing food producers, and will be spending up big at the farmers market this morning.
I can't wait!

Lucky you Amanda. Is it an organised tour? They do about 3-4 organised foody tours a year. Would love to go on one.

Could this be our forum fest for next year Michelle and Amanda?

Gert
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on April 28, 2013, 04:17:30 am
My new car has arrived in the country and I get delivery next week. for anyone out there looking to buy a new car i would thoroughly recommend a care broker i used to do the deal.  $$$$$$ off the price that I could get, happy to PM details.
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on April 28, 2013, 04:24:24 am
Happy as I got a hot pink dress to wear to a dinner dance and a pair of matching hot pink suede shoes, both on special!!

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Post by: obbie on April 28, 2013, 04:56:54 am
Love the shoes :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 28, 2013, 07:29:59 am
Gorgeous GHM  ;D ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 28, 2013, 11:26:37 am
Gorgeous GHM.  Car broker is a good idea.

Love the dip containers Jo.  I picked up similar sandwich wraps at a market last year and they are great for kinder and school lunches. And no messy glad wrap :D
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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 11:52:03 am
This afternoon.. We bought a bosch fridge that fits in the kitchen yay and a gas heater

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And a trip to bunnings again for a few bits and pieces!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 28, 2013, 12:14:15 pm
Love the dress and shoes. They will look lovely.

You'll be pleased with those purchases Kim.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 12:29:10 pm
Jo those. Containers look great..
Ghm dress and shoes ab..

Cookie yes glad we now have a fridge in the kitchen lol.. Would prefer to be buying kitchen stuff not that i can fit it in.. 😳
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 28, 2013, 01:25:16 pm
Are you keeping the one that doesn't fit Frozzie?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 28, 2013, 01:31:43 pm
Agree with the other girls GHM your dress and shoes are fabulous 8)

Nice looking fridge Kim 8)
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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 01:51:08 pm
Thanks cc.. Its bigger than i thought we could get for the 'hole'

Kimmy yes its downstairs near garage.. Will keep for drinks and when we have dinner parties or do extra cooking etc
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Post by: obbie on April 28, 2013, 09:39:40 pm
You need 2 fridges Kim, we have 3, and we need that many..
Love the heater too.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 09:43:10 pm
We have always had two fridges robyn and i wanted a chest freezer but there is no way we can fir one in.. One downfall of living in the city is space but ill be fine without it.. Im not the best person with freezer space anyway lol
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Post by: obbie on April 28, 2013, 09:45:28 pm
Kim, i have 3 chest freezers too. :)  Could not live without them..

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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 09:50:16 pm
Haha im sure you could robyn but its nice to have them.. Wuldnever need three though thats alot of freezer space 😳
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Post by: Wonder on April 28, 2013, 11:12:49 pm
GHM the shoes and dress look great and even better that they were on sale!

Kim that fridge looks lovely, I didn't know bosche made fridges.

We went shopping for a small tv for the kids area and ended up with a 55" LG smart tv instead! We'll put our currentne in the kids area instead. Also bought a Dyson Animal hand vacuum which I've wanted for a while as we have ducted vacuuming which is a pain to get out to clean up small messes and to drag up the stairs for the kids to clean their rooms - no excuse now!
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Post by: mcmich on April 28, 2013, 11:36:07 pm
Great shopping Kim.

You'll love the animal vac Wonder. I use mine a lot. JulieO has one and so does Yvette.  :)
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Post by: Frozzie on April 28, 2013, 11:59:26 pm
I have the dyson animal pro and its great..

I didnt know a few brands that made fridges eitherwonder when looking yesterday like samsung lol.. Justseems weird but there you go..at least bosch make appliances.. We are happy with it
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 01:06:55 am
I didn't realize anyone on here had them, I did a search and not much came up. We had a play with it last night and the suction was great, scary to see what came out of the rug.
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Post by: obbie on April 29, 2013, 01:22:06 am
Kim, I buy all our meat, fish, everything in bulk..
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Post by: Frozzie on April 29, 2013, 01:59:22 am
Then that makes sense robyn.. I would never ave the space to have that many fridges and freezers.. Ive got kind of used to the buy as you make from living in france..pretty much except when i see meat on sale in bulk promotions.. Would certainly be cheaper buying it the way you do
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Post by: obbie on April 29, 2013, 04:48:55 am
saves me heaps of $$$$ Kim :D
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Post by: mcmich on April 29, 2013, 05:59:35 am
Quote from: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 01:06:55 am
I didn't realize anyone on here had them, I did a search and not much came up. We had a play with it last night and the suction was great, scary to see what came out of the rug.

I bought mine because of JulieO's recommendation. It is great on the staircase - no more dragging a heavy vacuum up the stairs.  :D
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Post by: Brumington on April 29, 2013, 06:15:25 am
With two small boys I wouldn't be without my Dyson hand held.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 29, 2013, 07:19:38 am
Do they lose their ability to retain charge. I had one years ago and after about 12 months you could not charge it anymore. It wasn't a Dyson. I'd love something easy for the large living area, it is all tiles.
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Post by: mcmich on April 29, 2013, 07:33:46 am
I have only had mine since September Cookie but it charges up very well (the charge only lasts approx. 20 mins on full power). Would be brilliant for the tiles. I only have floor boards and tiles and two rugs and it is really good for the in-between vacs. It vacuums the rugs very well too.
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Post by: johnro on April 29, 2013, 08:30:17 am
I too love the dyson - have had the large 'barrel' for about 5 yrs. Everybody I know is happy with the Animal pro model.  :)  :)
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 09:00:45 am
Cookie they aren't meant to loose their ability to charge and that's one of the reason why I payed the extra and got the dyson, it's a lot of money for a handheld but we haven't had one for years because we got sick of the batteries running out in the cheaper brands/models.
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Post by: SoBlessed on April 29, 2013, 09:06:30 am
I just bought the pink Dyson animal last week & I'm loving it so far. We got a great deal from the Good Guys.The carpet along the skirting boards has never looked so good :) It's good on my cream bathroom tiles too. My friend has one, so I was keeping watch for when it was on special, because I knew that hers was really good.
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 09:14:04 am
We got the blue one from The Good Guys still on special so my timing was perfect. I'm really looking forward to having a go at upstairs which doesn't see the vacuum very much. I can't believe I can't wait to vacuum!
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Post by: SoBlessed on April 29, 2013, 09:17:44 am
I know, funny isn't it ;D. I feel like I'm walking around with a machine gun!!
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Post by: mcmich on April 29, 2013, 09:20:11 am
Quote from: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 09:14:04 am
We got the blue one from The Good Guys still on special so my timing was perfect. I'm really looking forward to having a go at upstairs which doesn't see the vacuum very much. I can't believe I can't wait to vacuum!

I love vacuuming too Wonder.  :D It's so easy  ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on April 29, 2013, 11:29:46 am
Saw some cute brownies in a coffee shop today made in individual squares, anyone seen or know of where you can buy the pans?
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Post by: cookie1 on April 29, 2013, 12:01:48 pm
I may have to get that cleaner if it makes you want to vacuum.  :D :D
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Post by: Jamberie on April 29, 2013, 12:06:33 pm
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and (https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSuUIsHBtYYaqRCAhNpihwZh6Z0Jc_GP2R0-VJnnohEHSo2Xkrhng)

and some fake flowers that look real (with all these open houses, I'm sick of buying fresh flowers each week, good quality fake ones will do the trick and be cheaper in the long run!)

and some clothes for DD and this one...(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRn5s1u-d3sSJPysc4c1JNGH2dFvJMfyR3qchEUJDRRLewc4cvT) hard cover on sale at QBD for $14.99!


Quote from: Greyhoundmum on April 29, 2013, 11:29:46 am
Saw some cute brownies in a coffee shop today made in individual squares, anyone seen or know of where you can buy the pans?
I've seen them around a lot of places like WW, kmart and Target, I tried POK for you with no luck. I googled 'square muffin tin' and got a few links :)
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Post by: Frozzie on April 29, 2013, 12:18:41 pm
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on April 29, 2013, 11:29:46 am
Saw some cute brownies in a coffee shop today made in individual squares, anyone seen or know of where you can buy the pans?

Ghm they are square muffin pans or tins... Mainly on ebay or fishpond has them too.. Notsureabout cooking shops.. Noticed they are called 12 cup square muffin trays.. Im sure if youhave a look around you will find them.. After a quick search apparentlythey were muffin pans but became really popular for brownies.. So thereyou go 😁
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Post by: Wonder on April 29, 2013, 12:20:29 pm
GHM I've seen them at Target in Melbourne, they were near the registers only last week and from memory were in a purple box.
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Post by: Frozzie on April 29, 2013, 12:35:20 pm
Ghm just found one super cheap at harvey norman big buys site

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/29/mybyje3u.jpg)

Www.harveynormanbigbuys.com.au and its the swiss pro brand
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 29, 2013, 12:43:59 pm
GHM they are in the latest house catalogue. Would you believe I was looking at it 30mins ago.  Sofritto brownie pan set 18 slice $29.99. Here's a photo of the catalogue :)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/29/vugareba.jpg)
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Post by: snappy on April 29, 2013, 12:50:14 pm
GHM, I bought my one, similar to the one Frozzie linked, at the local C***s supermarket - on sale about a year ago for around $5.
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Post by: droverjess on April 29, 2013, 09:21:41 pm
Rare visit on here, and immediately regret it....
Would love a hand held dyson... But oh my the prices...

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Post by: meganjane on April 30, 2013, 04:54:33 am
Honestly, I hate my Dyson hand held! It blows into your face when you use it and I can't count the number of times I've opened the base by mistake and had all the contents drop out. It's also very heavy, and I hate the way you have to keep your finger on the switch.

I adore my Miele barrel. I didn't think I'd ever go back to a barrel or a bagged vacuum cleaner after using bagless ones, including the Amway one and Dysons.

But this one is the best I've ever used. The disposable bags are as clean as a whistle when I take them out to throw in the bin. The suction is incredible, too.
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Post by: goldfish on April 30, 2013, 05:11:42 am
MJ which model do you have?
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Post by: Wonder on April 30, 2013, 06:18:01 am
Oh no MJ, was it the animal dyson? I haven't noticed any of the things you don't like yet with the exception of having to keep my finger on the trigger but given I'm only using it for small jobs it doesn't bother me.
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 30, 2013, 06:25:14 am
I've had my Dyson hand held for at least 7yrs maybe more and I love it nearly at the end of its life and will certainly get the same again
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 30, 2013, 06:34:26 am
Quote from: SoBlessed on April 29, 2013, 09:06:30 am
I just bought the pink Dyson animal last week & I'm loving it so far. We got a great deal from the Good Guys.The carpet along the skirting boards has never looked so good :) It's good on my cream bathroom tiles too. My friend has one, so I was keeping watch for when it was on special, because I knew that hers was really good.

I've had my dyson barrel vacuum cleaner for just over 10 yrs now, it's still going strong :)
Before that I had a Miele called white pearl and it was the worst vacuum Ive had for reliability - must have got a lemon cos I love Miele products normally - my front loader washing machine is a Miele and still great (also 10 yrs old)
Im keen on getting the animal pro hand held too (for the in between days) I think my dog should buy it for her mummy on Mother's Day considering she leaves her fur lying around -LOL

I see its still on special at the Good Guys (shop there often) at the moment for $447, just wondering if that compares to the price you paid (as you mentioned you got a great deal) ?
If you prefer not to say though, that's okay too :)

@ Wonder, as you mentioned getting it on special from GG, Im sort of assuming it was this same advertised special price for yours?

Dyson sent me an email today spruiking it...RRP is $549.
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Post by: Yvette on April 30, 2013, 06:44:26 am
I love my Dyson animal it is a pain you have to keep your finger on the button but it does a great job of getting everything up.
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Post by: mcmich on April 30, 2013, 07:22:50 am
That is a bit of a bother Yvette, my girlfriend puts a plastic tie around hers.
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Post by: stacelee on April 30, 2013, 08:02:04 am
I have two of those brownie tins, one is better than the other...but I can't remember which.  I will pull them out and do a test run and then post which one I prefer.  One is heavier than the other and one has like a little ridge around the top edge of each square which is irritating because it gets crumbs into it.

My favourite recent purchase are some soapnuts.  I wish I had discovered them earlier...they have done a fantastic job of making my son's macca's uniform smell "nicer".
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Post by: djinni373 on April 30, 2013, 10:52:57 am
Quote from: Yvette on April 30, 2013, 06:44:26 am
I love my Dyson animal it is a pain you have to keep your finger on the button but it does a great job of getting everything up.

I have a Dyson animal too and it is the bee's knees. The button thing doesn't bother me. It's fantastic for stairs, a quick whip around vacuum and small spaces and it does a great job. I have a large Dyson as well that is great too, just inconvenient to haul around.
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Post by: Wonder on April 30, 2013, 10:57:36 am
Girl power mine dyson was $447 at the good guys, we purchased a few things at the same time and the only thing they wouldn't reduce further was the dyson. Harvey Norman said their best price was $525!
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Post by: Frozzie on April 30, 2013, 11:55:32 am
Mine isn't the hand held but the compact barrel animal pro.. Absolutely love it :)
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Post by: Girlpower247 on April 30, 2013, 01:59:32 pm
Quote from: Wonder on April 30, 2013, 10:57:36 am
Girl power mine dyson was $447 at the good guys, we purchased a few things at the same time and the only thing they wouldn't reduce further was the dyson. Harvey Norman said their best price was $525!
Thanks Wonder :)
We always shopped at HN...but started to find the GG prices were more competitive, so tend to go there now.

I did look at the handheld a few months ago, I think it was the earlier model though?
Must admit, I did consider whether having to hold the button down would bother me...ended up saying I would think about it.

I was also weighing up whether to update my barrel one to the animal pro due to its age now....but ended up just getting a new
floor attachment which is great for animal fur etc (and easy on the hip pocket) think my old girl still has a bit of life left in her hehe

Gave GG a call today to check on stock levels, so I may go and have another look on the weekend, hopefully they will have a charged demo to have another play with :)

This shopping thread is starting to be a bad place for me to visit....my eyes seek it out, then my fingers take over :D

Good to know Frozzie for when mine starts to fade away...I will also be looking at the animal pro for sure :)
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Post by: maddy on April 30, 2013, 02:41:13 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f184fbce4553d8971a292c9b9b040605.jpg)

.....the bottle carrier was just too gorgeous  8)....gonna have to keep my eyes on it closely when out  ;)
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Post by: maddy on April 30, 2013, 02:44:07 pm
Oh, and I have been patiently waiting for her book to be released

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5843ce1010c8bde7a9e5a7d079dc1f14.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on April 30, 2013, 08:39:28 pm
I will be interested to see what you think of the book and if the recipes are different to her blog?

I did say no more cook books, it's so hard to show restraint.
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Post by: maddy on April 30, 2013, 10:19:42 pm
Quote from: mcmich on April 30, 2013, 08:39:28 pm
I will be interested to see what you think of the book and if the recipes are different to her blog?

I did say no more cook books, it's so hard to show restraint.

It's not a full cookbook Michele, but a memoire.
There is a couple of recipes dotted through.
description here. http://www.notquitenigella.com/book/
I love her humour & writing style  :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 30, 2013, 10:31:49 pm
Thanks Maddy. I love her style of writing too. Very handy that she's a Sydney girl and reviews the restaurants she eats at.
Might have a peek at the book store before I purchase.  :)
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Post by: Wonder on April 30, 2013, 10:37:32 pm
I love that bubbly bag Maddie, I might have to see if I can get one.

I really enjoy reading Not Quite Nigella, will be interested to see what you think of her book.
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Post by: Yvette on May 01, 2013, 12:09:32 am
Quote from: Girlpower247 on April 30, 2013, 01:59:32 pm
Quote from: Wonder on April 30, 2013, 10:57:36 am
Girl power mine dyson was $447 at the good guys, we purchased a few things at the same time and the only thing they wouldn't reduce further was the dyson. Harvey Norman said their best price was $525!
Thanks Wonder :)
We always shopped at HN...but started to find the GG prices were more competitive, so tend to go there now.

I did look at the handheld a few months ago, I think it was the earlier model though?
Must admit, I did consider whether having to hold the button down would bother me...ended up saying I would think about it.

I was also weighing up whether to update my barrel one to the animal pro due to its age now....but ended up just getting a new
floor attachment which is great for animal fur etc (and easy on the hip pocket) think my old girl still has a bit of life left in her hehe

Gave GG a call today to check on stock levels, so I may go and have another look on the weekend, hopefully they will have a charged demo to have another play with :)

This shopping thread is starting to be a bad place for me to visit....my eyes seek it out, then my fingers take over :D

Good to know Frozzie for when mine starts to fade away...I will also be looking at the animal pro for sure :)
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Post by: Yvette on May 01, 2013, 12:10:31 am
Oops posted too early.

Girlpower the earlier model handheld Dyson is not as powerful I have been told.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 01, 2013, 04:35:27 am
I have one of the earlier models and it's been the best thing ever 7+ years later and absolutely no complaints
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Post by: Yvette on May 01, 2013, 04:48:58 am
I was told the suction was better and more powerful. Knowing Dyson products the older model was still obviously very good  :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 01, 2013, 05:08:14 am
Quote from: maddy on April 30, 2013, 10:19:42 pm
Quote from: mcmich on April 30, 2013, 08:39:28 pm
I will be interested to see what you think of the book and if the recipes are different to her blog?

I did say no more cook books, it's so hard to show restraint.

It's not a full cookbook Michele, but a memoire.
There is a couple of recipes dotted through.
description here. http://www.notquitenigella.com/book/
I love her humour & writing style  :)

I had a look at the book today while shopping. Looks OK, will see if the library gets it in.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 01, 2013, 05:51:12 am
I love my regular Dyson vacuum....it's about 8 years old too. The best part about it is because its cool/trendy/interesting DH enjoys using it  ;D

My shopping effort (so far...there are still many more hours in this day) for today is
(http://crp.expanz.com/TMX/blobs/TMX/ERP.ItemForSale/Image/150.jpg)

Can't wait to make the milk tart :)
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Post by: obbie on May 01, 2013, 07:40:20 am
I have a dyson vacuum too.
Thinking of buying another bag
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Post by: obbie on May 01, 2013, 07:45:26 am
kids shoes, and DH is shopping for shoes for me.
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Post by: Halex on May 02, 2013, 05:50:04 am
Popped in to the apple store & bought kr a mini ioad, he is going to freak :)

Cp has one, just easier to stop fights :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 02, 2013, 05:53:42 am
Wow Hally that is so generous of you. He is one lucky boy to have found such kind and loving family.  :D :D
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Post by: courton on May 02, 2013, 06:47:42 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/02/una7y7e5.jpg)

Hmmmmm...total escapism from looking after three sickies at home..should I or shouldn't I??
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Post by: mcmich on May 02, 2013, 07:11:53 am
Do it Courton, that is beautiful, I love vintage jewellery and that is ssooo pretty.
You need a pick-me-up with all you have on your plate at the moment. Exquisite  8)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 02, 2013, 07:13:59 am
Courton I hope you bought it, it is beautiful. Wear it at home and touch it when you are feeling down.

Hally, please would you foster me? That is so nice of you and DH. Extremely thopughtful too. I am sure if and when he leaves someone will be more than happy to use it.
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Post by: Wonder on May 02, 2013, 07:34:20 am
Lovely necklace Courton.
Very generous of you Hally, can well imagine the fights with just the one iPad.
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Post by: courton on May 02, 2013, 07:49:41 am
It is only gold plated so is not expensive. Waiting to hear shipping charges from US. A portion of the proceeds goes to children's brain cancer research.
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Post by: Halex on May 02, 2013, 07:50:24 am
Its worth the money for the peace :) i just downloaded about 50 games from cps on to lrs. It will keep him happy for a while.

We get an allowance per fortnight for food, shleter etc, so I just used that money, not that we have been paid yet & are in arears, typical!
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Post by: judydawn on May 02, 2013, 12:43:38 pm
Nice necklace Courton, go ahead you have or will earn it in days to come. 
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 02, 2013, 01:40:29 pm
Nice neckless courton. But it.
Very generous Hally. Kr is very lucky to have you in his life.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 02, 2013, 03:30:02 pm
Hally, how thoughtful, lr must feel so special :)
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Post by: Frozzie on May 02, 2013, 10:21:56 pm
Courton buy it if u havent already.. U deserve it!

Hally so very generous :)
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Post by: Halex on May 02, 2013, 11:39:06 pm
This is why I spoil him

Last visit lr arrived with broken haviannas, I replaced them.

This time he has his replaced haviannas, & a pair of sand shoes that are too small. I am going to cut the sides in the hope he can wear them to play tennis. Tennis is at 9am so no time to buy any this morning.

The reason he wore his haviannas on camp & trod on the rusty metal was because the other shoes were too small.

I will be taking him to the atheletes foot to get him measured up & to buy him new shoes.

I woukd like to go through his clothes with the agency as some in my opinion are fit for the rubbish bin. Now he is in my care I would like him to look nice when he is with us.

Previous visits he has been dressed in cps clothes

I need to buy him new clothes, his ast carer bought his clothes from the op shop >:(

Intially a large expense for us, but once he us set up, it will be good.

 :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2013, 12:12:58 am
That's such a shame Hally. It will be very expensive to get him out fitted but what else can you do? This will lift his self esteem no end.  :D

Was he over the moon when he got the ipad yesterday?
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Post by: Jamberie on May 03, 2013, 12:13:31 am
How lovely Hally,  things like that must help to make him feel he belongs.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 12:20:25 am
Mich, we gave it to him this mrning, about 10 mins ago, he gave all 3 of us the biggest hugs, this is a major thing fr a child in care with his past histort. The home he was taen out off before the last home, e was deprssed with no emotion.

As long as he is not too naughty i think we will cope.

Yes a big expense but t has to be done.

Lucky for the food budget ;D

Jamberie, I hope so :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 12:35:33 am
Hally it must have been worth all the expense just for that hug alone. You are doing a wonderful job and lr is so fortunate to have found you. Will he move to live with you permanently or only rostered between your family and elsewhere?

Was actually coming on here to link to the new Aldi catalogue - there are some interesting specials for next week.
http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_26682.htm (http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_26682.htm)
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Post by: Yvette on May 03, 2013, 12:44:04 am
That's nice Hally at least being at school they don't need as many clothes, if you buy wisely they can often fit longer than one season unless they have a massive growing spurt which he might put on weight eating all your lovely home cooking :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2013, 01:09:53 am
Quote from: courton on May 02, 2013, 06:47:42 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/02/una7y7e5.jpg)

Hmmmmm...total escapism from looking after three sickies at home..should I or shouldn't I??

Is that a silly question or what

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on May 03, 2013, 01:15:40 am
Did you buy it Courton?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2013, 01:17:56 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 12:35:33 am
Hally it must have been worth all the expense just for that hug alone. You are doing a wonderful job and lr is so fortunate to have found you. Will he move to live with you permanently or only rostered between your family and elsewhere?

Was actually coming on here to link to the new Aldi catalogue - there are some interesting specials for next week.
http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_26682.htm (http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_26682.htm)


Aldi won't be coming to us at all. The hangers on special I have been looking for  those for years. I would buy 10 packs of them. I wish they sold on line! bugger X 10. If anyone sees these type of hangers on line pleas let me know.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2013, 01:18:56 am
Hally good  job. The kid deserves someone like you.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 01:32:21 am
Gert if I remember to go there next week and they have the hangers I'm happy to buy them for you and post up - no idea of post cost but if interested let me know.
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Post by: courton on May 03, 2013, 01:44:10 am
The lady said she will get back to me with shipping cost to Aust (from USA)
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Post by: obbie on May 03, 2013, 01:50:18 am
Yes Gert, wish we had a Aldi in Cairns..

Great Job Hally.

I have a extra kid today for a week to stay.. should be fun.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 02:20:51 am
Thanks everyone.

At the moment he is with us full time, looking for another family for shared care.

They are bothndoing tennis lessons at the moment, cp controlled, lr  all,over the place.

Its 3 hours, lucky its at my gym so,I can do a work out too :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2013, 02:40:16 am
Hally, lr will be so happy living with you and I hope he develops and learns everything that will benefit him in the future.  The love, care and teachings you will give him will stand him in good stead and I couldn't think of a better family for him to go to where this will happen.  I take my hat off to you as there will be difficult moments I'm sure but I know you will cope and try to help him with any issues he has.  My only advice would be to perhaps let him earn some of the treats that will be coming his way by expecting he does chores around the house, keeping his bedroom tidy etc as he is of the age where he should be quite capable of doing that.  Good luck to you, DH and CP and most of all lr whom I hope benefits from your kindness of heart in such a way that he can go on to lead a 'normal' life as we know it.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 07:29:04 am
Of course we have bought a new freezer as the other one died over night.
I couldn't resist this. It was $15 at Woolies. The bowl needs to go in the freezer but for $15 I felt I couldn't go wrong. Just need a working, freezing freezer to put the bowl in.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/03/y7adu8am.jpg)
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 03, 2013, 07:34:07 am
great buy cookie I saw them in my ww's the other day
luckily your freezer broke before you went away
might be getting a new car a Prado kakado really nice to drive and has lots of extras dh dealing with it no doubt he'll just turn up with it
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2013, 08:30:00 am
Hally you're wonderful :-* :-*

Oh it's pink Cookie,I wonder if Maddy has seen it :D :D :D It will be intersecting what results you get with it ;D
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Post by: Emme on May 03, 2013, 08:59:47 am
Hally you are really doing a wonderful job.  He is very lucky to have someone like you.
Take care
Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on May 03, 2013, 09:22:50 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 01:32:21 am
Gert if I remember to go there next week and they have the hangers I'm happy to buy them for you and post up - no idea of post cost but if interested let me know.

Thank you wonder. I have had a few lovely people offer but when the first offer came in I said  YEAH and thanks wonder but it is all sorted..

I,hate those hangers with the opening at the top.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 09:26:36 am
No problem, glad there were others who were happy to help.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 10:24:50 am
Quote from: Emme on May 03, 2013, 08:59:47 am
Hally you are really doing a wonderful job.  He is very lucky to have someone like you.
Take care
Marie


I actually agree after today.

Bought him new shoes from the atheletes foot, $99.95,  he has never had his feet measured etc, he needs orthtics...  went to get his hair cut, he has head lice, wait for it.......
Loads of them, about 3 weeks worth according to the hairdresser. & yes theres more.......

Lr told his carer. & she did nothing!!! I am getting $36 per day atm & she was getting $50 per day!!!


NOT IN HHW

Just added it upin 2 days $541 :o :o
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 10:25:40 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2013, 08:30:00 am
Hally you're wonderful :-* :-*

Oh it's pink Cookie,I wonder if Maddy has seen it :D :D :D It will be intersecting what results you get with it ;D

Thanks CC :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2013, 10:34:37 am
The first of many expenses Hally - it doesn't surprise me at all.

Picked up my slow cooker from the Post Office today - Morphy Richards 3.5 litre.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 10:39:29 am
Lovely slw cooker,

I am mad, frustrated & near to tears >:(
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 10:40:56 am
Hally  lr is a lucky young lad.
Love the slow cooker Judy.

I have no room in the new freezer for the icecream bowl.  :'( :'( I might have to take it to Monkey Mia.

What happened Hally?
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Post by: Jamberie on May 03, 2013, 10:52:27 am
Oh no Hally.
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Post by: Emme on May 03, 2013, 10:54:06 am
Oh Hally, you poor thing, you could have done without that  :-*

Slow cooker looks great Judy  ;D

Marie
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 11:04:10 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 10:40:56 am
Hally  lr is a lucky young lad.
Love the slow cooker Judy.

I have no room in the new freezer for the icecream bowl.  :'( :'( I might have to take it to Monkey Mia.

What happened Hally?

Lack of care basically

He has never had his feet measured, needs orthotics & to see a podiatrist. Everything I do for him as hurdles, I know its  not forever but still so frustrating atm :(
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 12:56:16 pm
That is child cruelty Hally. Have you discussed it with the people in charge. He is so lucky and I know that he really appreciates it.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 01:02:44 pm
Yes have dobbed her right i.

Lr just loves hisnew shoes, never had anything like it before :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 01:04:05 pm
It brings a tear to my eyes. You, DH and CP are truly wonderful people.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 01:04:44 pm
Thanks cookie,  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2013, 01:05:32 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 01:04:05 pm
It brings a tear to my eyes. You, DH and CP are truly wonderful people.
Ditto :-*
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2013, 01:06:55 pm
Do what you can for him Hally, obviously no one else has bothered.  Hope you get extra help from the department for what you are doing for lr.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 03, 2013, 01:24:40 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2013, 01:05:32 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 01:04:05 pm
It brings a tear to my eyes. You, DH and CP are truly wonderful people.
Ditto :-*
X2
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2013, 08:13:59 pm
Thank goodness he has been moved from that care (or lack of care). That is so wrong.  :'(
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Post by: obbie on May 03, 2013, 10:04:36 pm
Love the slow cooker Judy.

Hally, dob the carer in, look after LR, and see if you can have him most of the time. :)

He is lucky to have  you :)
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Post by: Emme on May 03, 2013, 10:14:23 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on May 03, 2013, 01:24:40 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2013, 01:05:32 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 03, 2013, 01:04:05 pm
It brings a tear to my eyes. You, DH and CP are truly wonderful people.
Ditto :-*
X2
X3  :-*

Marie
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Post by: Wonder on May 03, 2013, 10:36:36 pm
Hally you are truly one in a million. It breaks my heart to hear how so many kids don't receive even the basics that we take e for granted. Our lives are so comfortable compared to so many others. I'm sure this is also a fantastic learning experience for cp and he will appreciate all he as even more than I'm sure he already does.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 10:40:41 pm
Yes we all live in a golden circle compared to these kids. I was very stressed out yesterday wih it all, I must learn not to stress so much :)

We had a litte special needs boy for  2 1/2 year, he was 20 months when we started caring for him, cp was 4. His negect was shocking, he was in a terrible way.

 :)

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Post by: Frozzie on May 03, 2013, 11:17:18 pm
Its so sad that these kids are neglected so badly .. Wrong but very lucky to have you and omg re the nits... There is no excuse.. You are wonderful for doing so much for him.. I hope he never has to leave your place while ever he is in care... The poor boy would be devastated

Jd slow cooker looks great!
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Post by: obbie on May 03, 2013, 11:32:04 pm
who has the special needs boy now, where are LR's parents, they are lucky to have you Hally.
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Post by: Halex on May 03, 2013, 11:33:26 pm
Special needs boy, no idea, went back to his birth mother who was then murdered by her new husband :o

Lr was taken from his mum at birth in the hospital.
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Post by: Halex on May 04, 2013, 12:11:14 am
Back to shopping ;D

I recently purchased the tupperware microsteamer, love it, anyone else have it :)
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Post by: Jamberie on May 04, 2013, 12:20:28 am
Quote from: Halex on May 04, 2013, 12:11:14 am
I recently purchased the tupperware microsteamer, love it, anyone else have it :)

Is that the one that is green & similar functions to the Varoma? I've heard the recipes are good.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 04, 2013, 02:00:52 am
I don't have that one but I bought the 6 cup Nordic ware rice cooker for the microwave  when my 15 year  old one died.

It was only $16 from Peters.  http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Nordic-Ware-Microwave-Rice-Cooker.aspx

I though I would steam some veggies in it as per instructions and it was spot on . Much better than the Varoma or even my steam pot on the stove.i as really surprised how good they were. There is an 8 cup version too.

DH tossed the instructions but I found them. Easily on line from this web site.  http://www.fixya.com/support/t993256-manual

This is a fun web site with a fun name Fixya and it does.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 04, 2013, 02:06:00 am
I have a microwave steamer, its great.

 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 04, 2013, 02:30:01 am
Watcha learn from Mr Google. There is an app for FixYa for your phone. You take a VDO of the problem and some expert somewhere will give you a solution. Like having a handy man available 24/7 and no charge.  Amazing. How helpful is that!!!!

http://www.fixya.com/fixya-apps

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 04, 2013, 04:40:20 am
Quote from: Jamberie on May 04, 2013, 12:20:28 am
Quote from: Halex on May 04, 2013, 12:11:14 am
I recently purchased the tupperware microsteamer, love it, anyone else have it :)

Is that the one that is green & similar functions to the Varoma? I've heard the recipes are good.

Yes it is, I am very happy with it :)
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Post by: Jamberie on May 04, 2013, 06:13:54 am
Mmm,  thanks Hally... I know what I'm getting next time I go to a party ;)
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Post by: Halex on May 04, 2013, 06:53:10 am
Yes yiu will love it :)

Just lr some new clothes & pjs, his whole face lit up, money well spent :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 04, 2013, 07:50:40 am
Hally it is highly possible that lr's behaviour will change now that he is in a caring place. He has obviously been very neglected and unloved for some time. His behaviour may well have been attention seeking. I'm not saying I am correct but it is a possibility.
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Post by: mcmich on May 04, 2013, 07:59:15 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 04, 2013, 07:50:40 am
Hally it is highly possible that lr's behaviour will change now that he is in a caring place. He has obviously been very neglected and unloved for some time. His behaviour may well have been attention seeking. I'm not saying I am correct but it is a possibility.

I agree Cookie. He has boundaries, rules and positive reinforcement. He is being treated like a member of the family. He will thrive with your care and love. What a great thing you, DH and CP are doing.  :D
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Post by: snappy on May 04, 2013, 11:51:42 am
Hally it's probably because of the hurdles that others gave up on lr.  The effort you are putting in now will mean more than he can ever tell you.

You and your family are so generous inviting lr into your live.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 04, 2013, 12:22:49 pm
I wish there were more families in the world like yours Hally.
I was in luck today, and  by chance, stopped at a sports store that was having a sale as DS's sneakers are due for the bin.. I got 3 pairs of New balance shoes for the kids for $75. However, the worse thing is that all the shoes fit me, and my kids are still in primary school! I wear a size 9 shoe, so I hate to think what size my kids will end up in.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 05, 2013, 12:51:48 am
Quote from: Halex on May 04, 2013, 12:11:14 am
Back to shopping ;D

I recently purchased the tupperware microsteamer, love it, anyone else have it :)

It is fabulous .. I use it alot less since i learnt that microwaves change how you digest the food it cooks?? But the vegies were always full of flavour and delish.. Great product..

Dh just told me to keep using it (i never told him why i stopped using it until now) as due to its design (and he would know) the microwaves dont actually come into contact with the food but only the water.. So all good :). I actually tested the prototype before it came onto the market..
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 09:00:44 am
Went to Bondi today to check out Williams-Sonoma, West Elm and Pottery Barn. Not quite as impressed as I thought I would be. Having said that plenty made it into my shopping basket. I think West Elm's furniture is very reasonably priced. They had a lovely display of red enamel ware (my favourite colour). I would have bought the roasting dish, colander, everything actually. When enquiring at the service desk if I could take a closer look was informed that it was for display purposes only  ???

Bought a beautiful Nordic Ware mini bundt pan. Eyed off some gorgeous over sized crystal old fashioned tumblers - only to be told they weren't in stock and I could order them (2 days delivery, no postage costs) after begging the sales assistance he sold me one, the rest are in the post :-\ . Just couldn't resist the Mauviel butter bell so it's on order. Would have loved more from the range but very xxxy - will have a look on line. They have a lot of staff but hard to get assistance, it was very busy though.

Back to Westfield - Amazing centre, yes lots of the shops we have up here, though we don't have any of the high end ones - Armani, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co etc. The service in Westfield was 100 times better than anything in Newcastle.
Got chatting to a trendy young lady at DJ's and she stated that the new stores are very "Eastern Suburbs."

Lovely meeting DS for lunch.

Will post photo's of the purchases when DH is scarce and they arrive.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 05, 2013, 09:06:27 am
Oh goodie Michell. Can't wait to,see what you,bought.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 05, 2013, 09:08:26 am
Been dying For you to opst mich :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 05, 2013, 10:01:40 am
It sounds like good shopping Michele.
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 10:06:13 am
It was ok. Disappointed they had no stock and it has to be ordered and the displays are items they don't carry.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 05, 2013, 10:25:54 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 10:06:13 am
It was ok. Disappointed they had no stock and it has to be ordered and the displays are items they don't carry.

Which store was,that.? Did you like Wiliam  Sonoma? I always found them to,be super expensive in the States but a good range.

BTW Peters  of Kensigton has a  big range of interesting NordicWare cake pans.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on May 05, 2013, 11:04:10 am
Glad you had a good day Mich looking forward to the pics
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 05, 2013, 11:16:34 am
Sounds like a great day Michele. Looking forward to the pics.
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Post by: snappy on May 05, 2013, 01:10:15 pm
Oh mich, I'm jealous!  I can't wait to go out - I particularly want to see pottery barn as well.  I'd love to see what cooking classes WS are going to be running.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 05, 2013, 01:13:03 pm
I am the new owner of a newish car it's a 2011 Prado Kakadu its gun metal Grey and wonderful to drive the seats are even heated love love love it oh and dh for such a wonderful surprise ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 05, 2013, 01:57:17 pm
What a wonderful surprise Suzanne,enjoy your new car ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 05, 2013, 02:00:07 pm
Congratulations Suzanne. Enjoy your new car.
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Post by: Halex on May 05, 2013, 02:06:46 pm
Lovely, mst google :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 09:34:37 pm
Lovely surprise Suzanne - enjoy it.  :D

Quote from: Gertbysea on May 05, 2013, 10:25:54 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 10:06:13 am
It was ok. Disappointed they had no stock and it has to be ordered and the displays are items they don't carry.

Which store was,that.? Did you like Wiliam  Sonoma? I always found them to,be super expensive in the States but a good range.

BTW Peters  of Kensigton has a  big range of interesting NordicWare cake pans.

Gert

West Elm had the enamel ware on display in red - not for sale. Did like Williams-Sonoma but expensive the mini Nordic ware pan was priced reasonably and one that Peters doesn't carry.

Quote from: snappy on May 05, 2013, 01:10:15 pm
Oh mich, I'm jealous!  I can't wait to go out - I particularly want to see pottery barn as well.  I'd love to see what cooking classes WS are going to be running.

I have  the timetable for the cooking classes Snappy and will have a read and find out the prices. It's a beautiful kitchen  ;D
Lots in pottery barn but not much stock as yet - has to ordered.
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 09:47:32 pm
Nordic Ware pan and tumbler - the tumbler doesn't look over sized but is 500mls. Hopefully WS will ring today to confirm my order and send the rest of my purchases.  :D
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Post by: Halex on May 05, 2013, 10:49:56 pm
Mich, so jealous, can I order on line from sydney or does it still come from USA?

Really looking forward to seeing their shop in san francisco, i have bought 60kgs if excess baggage to fly home wth all my shopping :)

 :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2013, 10:54:08 pm
Quote from: Halex on May 05, 2013, 10:49:56 pm
Mich, so jealous, can I order on line from sydney or does it still come from USA?

Really looking forward to seeing their shop in san francisco, i have bought 60kgs if excess baggage to fly home wth all my shopping :)

 :)

 ;D ;D ;D

I'm not sure about ordering online Hally  ???
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Post by: Wonder on May 06, 2013, 12:10:40 am
Lovely purchases Mich. I've always loved looking in WS when in the US but never seem to buy much as I find it expensive and a lot of things that I would just never use.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 06, 2013, 01:16:59 am
gorgeous Michele
good thinking with the extra baggage Hally ;D;D
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Post by: Emme on May 06, 2013, 01:30:50 am
Great shopping mcmich  ;D  hoping they may have online in the future.

Suzanne,  a wonderful surprise, enjoy your new car  :)

Marie
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Post by: obbie on May 06, 2013, 01:45:12 am
New cars are fun Suzzanne,  :D should get our in 2 weeks,
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Post by: Yvette on May 06, 2013, 02:29:36 am
Lucky you Suzanne

Mich they look great
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Post by: medusa on May 06, 2013, 07:27:00 am
Anyone brought anything from the new pottery barn store in Bondi or ordered online?
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Post by: snappy on May 06, 2013, 09:20:13 am
Mcmich do you mind if I ask how much the mini bundt pan was?  I haven't been able to find that one at either Victoria's basement or POK.
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Post by: mcmich on May 06, 2013, 12:49:48 pm
$49.99 Snappy. It is heavy duty and I had no trouble releasing the cakes.  :)
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Post by: Halex on May 07, 2013, 12:35:56 am
Just put an order through WS in Sydney :)

On the US website you can apply a code for today SHIP4FREE. & the shipping is free :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 07, 2013, 02:25:17 am
Hally is there an Australian online store? I tried to use the US store and it appears you can no longer purchase and ship to Australia and nothing came up when I googled for an Australian site.
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Post by: Halex on May 07, 2013, 02:38:52 am
Yes just use the name then .com.au

 
We are pleased to let you know that customers shipping to Australia can shop with us directly at www.Williams-Sonoma.com.au.  Through our new Australia site, we can offer you faster shipping at a lower cost and we can also ship furniture!  If we may be of further assistance, please contact us at customerservice@Williams-Sonoma.com.au or you can reach us by phone utilizing our toll free number 0011 800 15005555.
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Post by: judydawn on May 07, 2013, 02:47:51 am
Great info Hally, thanks for that.

Love the kitchen stand for tablets - it would be great if you use your iPad in the kitchen.
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Post by: Wonder on May 07, 2013, 02:54:39 am
Thanks Hally will ave a look.
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Post by: obbie on May 07, 2013, 04:10:38 am
that site is so tempting.. ;D
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Post by: Wonder on May 07, 2013, 07:27:54 am
Interesting that they seem to have teamed up with Breville in Australia, last time I was in the US I was sure they stocked all Kitchenaid appliances.
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Post by: mcmich on May 07, 2013, 07:33:58 am
That is interesting Wonder. Maybe to have a bit more of an Australian feel? What attracts me to these stores is that they are American and have different products than what are on offer here.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 07, 2013, 08:36:23 am
Suzanne, lucky you, a Prado. Lovely vehicle and beautiful to drive. The colour sounds nice too.
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Post by: Halex on May 07, 2013, 09:21:21 am
Mich I agree, I bought the quesadilla grill, calzone moukl & flexible measuring cups :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 07, 2013, 09:26:29 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 07, 2013, 02:47:51 am
Great info Hally, thanks for that.

Love the kitchen stand for tablets - it would be great if you use your iPad in the kitchen.

There are a lot cheaper similiar  on the market JD. Here is one I bought from Apple. Free shipping http://store.apple.com/au/product/H7614ZM/A/belkin-chef-stand-for-ipad-2



Gert
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 07, 2013, 09:27:06 am
I bought some new  stools for the breakfast bar and the kids some shoes and beanies
I'm trying really hard not to look Hally

the car is beautiful to drive and doesn't feel as big as it looks I call it the monster truck:D  and must look silly getting in and out of it being so short but that's life the kids just like the dvd player ::)
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Post by: snappy on May 07, 2013, 11:17:45 am
I really need to stop coming into this thread!  I went out to WS today and bought the mini bundt molds.  I am bundt obsessed at the moment and all my cakes are being baked in the bundt tins so these will be my replacement for cupcakes.  Thanks for the tip mcmich!
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Post by: Halex on May 07, 2013, 12:28:01 pm
My ipad sits nicely on my recipe book holder :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 07, 2013, 12:36:52 pm
I know how you feel Suzanne. I am just 5 foot (150cm) and we have a Nissan Patrol and that is the vehicle I drive all the time.
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Post by: judydawn on May 07, 2013, 12:53:48 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 07, 2013, 09:26:29 am
Quote from: gertbysea on May 07, 2013, 02:47:51 am
Great info Hally, thanks for that.

Love the kitchen stand for tablets - it would be great if you use your iPad in the kitchen.

There are a lot cheaper similiar  on the market JD. Here is one I bought from Apple. Free shipping http://store.apple.com/au/product/H7614ZM/A/belkin-chef-stand-for-ipad-2

It certainly is Gretchen.  I don't use my iPad in the kitchen so don't need one but I think they are a great idea.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 07, 2013, 01:30:39 pm
My stand is this one: http://www.belkin.com/au/p/P-F5L080 and I really like it cis I can change the angle and also fold it down flat
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Post by: meganjane on May 07, 2013, 02:48:17 pm
I knew I shouldn't have come to this thread! WS! Wow, looks great.

I guess they had to team up with Breville, because Peters of Kensington are exclusive online suppliers for KA. Oh no! I've just bought a mandolin and some bake strips. Plus, I bought the FlipBlade from Good Guys. ;D
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Post by: mcmich on May 07, 2013, 09:03:23 pm
Quote from: snappy on May 07, 2013, 11:17:45 am
I really need to stop coming into this thread!  I went out to WS today and bought the mini bundt molds.  I am bundt obsessed at the moment and all my cakes are being baked in the bundt tins so these will be my replacement for cupcakes.  Thanks for the tip mcmich!
[/quote

I'm enjoying baking in bundt pans too Snappy and been obsessed by everything mini as well.  :D
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Post by: Yvette on May 08, 2013, 12:29:08 am
I bought a cover for my ipad that you can stand it up in or lay flat, purple with white polka dots  :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 08, 2013, 01:05:41 am
I've had a better look this morning and these are in my shopping basket.

Jar Scraper -  item 5247549
Nordic Ware Filled Pastry Press - item 9579434
Flex-it Measuring Cups set of 3 - item 6818637

I also really like the microwave popcorn maker.
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Post by: goldfish on May 08, 2013, 01:09:39 am
Sounds great, Yvette.  One of these days I've promised myself an ipad . . one of these days . .  ;D ;D ;D

I've just bought one of those slinky apple peeler, corer, slicer thingies.  (On sale and no shipping from KWD)  It's really nifty - and I've discovered it works exceptionally well on the smaller, apple sized quinces - it's brilliant!  When I get some larger quinces I'll have a go to see how it handles the size.  Quinces can be a bit of pain to peel and core - but this was really good!  zSo a happy camper atm! ;D ;D

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Post by: Yvette on May 08, 2013, 01:16:57 am
You won't be sorry GF I love mine. Actually I had it at Uni's on our baking day, takes great photos.
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Post by: obbie on May 08, 2013, 02:00:07 am
Goldfish, I have 2 slinkys, one at work, one at home.
you will love it.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 08, 2013, 02:14:38 am
GF, I have promised myself an iPad too. One day :)
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Post by: jo_nz on May 08, 2013, 02:32:16 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 07, 2013, 12:36:52 pm
I know how you feel Suzanne. I am just 5 foot (150cm) and we have a Nissan Patrol and that is the vehicle I drive all the time.
I'm a whole 160cm, but I loath having to drive DH's new Nissan Navara ute - it's just so massive.  I have to put the seat so far forward to reach the pedals that I'm nearly squished up to the steering wheel.  Definitely HIS car (he's 198cm).  He thinks the Nissan Qashqai I got is a bit small and "girlie".  No fighting over who gets to drive what vehicle, at least.
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Post by: goldfish on May 08, 2013, 02:36:15 am
Quote from: Yvette on May 08, 2013, 01:16:57 am
You won't be sorry GF I love mine. Actually I had it at Uni's on our baking day, takes great photos.

Yep I remember that Yvette.. And also feeling vaguely envious!! Lol

Kimmy .. I'm with you there!! ;)
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Post by: Wonder on May 08, 2013, 03:44:27 am
Hally did you get the shipping for free using that code? I tried but it said it wasn't usuable.
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Post by: deedub on May 08, 2013, 06:11:13 am
The kids have been spoilt this week...
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/ybe5ezy2.jpg)
Over the door hanger cuz I'm sick if tripping over their dressing gowns!
They're starting keyboard lessons this week, so....
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/uraneny8.jpg)

And....
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/6ureva2e.jpg)

New TV with inbuilt DVD for the playroom to replace the ancient tv which recently gave up the ghost. They both have birthdays next month so the tv & keyboard are early presents. TV was essential as they both want slumber parties & I want the kids upstairs watching a movie while I'm downstairs in the lounge room drinking wine! 😉
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Post by: Halex on May 08, 2013, 06:15:29 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 08, 2013, 03:44:27 am
Hally did you get the shipping for free using that code? I tried but it said it wasn't usuable.

Yes I but I had to,add it on page 2 as it wasnt accepted on page 1
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Post by: Yvette on May 08, 2013, 06:42:25 am
Great buys Deedub  :)
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Post by: Jamberie on May 08, 2013, 06:50:26 am
Nice Deedub :)
Great idea to get a kids tv with built-in DVD!

ALDI had some good things today (I'm trying to resist the Indian servingware) but I did get a "Tortilla warmer" (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/uzy7y9e6.jpg)... I think everyone needs one ;) I've been looking for a particular pancake warmer ever since seeing one on Nigella Express... this tortilla warmer is the closest I've found
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Post by: Halex on May 08, 2013, 07:04:47 am
Woud love one, yes hard to keep warm.

Deedub you have been on a spending spree :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 08, 2013, 08:00:09 am
Dee, love the over door hanger - so sweet with the birds  :D
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Post by: deedub on May 08, 2013, 10:49:13 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 08, 2013, 08:00:09 am
Dee, love the over door hanger - so sweet with the birds  :D
Thanks Michelle, miss 10 chose it 😊
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 08, 2013, 11:33:33 am
Love the door hanger deedub. Lucky children.

Eyed that tortilla warmer in the catalogue. Love the yellow one.

DS4 chose his new gumboots yesterday and they were $5 from Kmart and purple.  The look on dads face when he got home.....priceless :D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/4y5ube9a.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on May 08, 2013, 11:37:31 am
:D I love those gumboots Kimmy! I bet the look on DH's face made the purchase even more worthwhile :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 08, 2013, 02:12:16 pm
Great gumboots.
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Post by: MEP on May 08, 2013, 02:17:19 pm
Love the gumboots too. My DS3 is the same, he will sometime choose purple or girly prints/patterns instead of boys things.
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Post by: obbie on May 09, 2013, 12:19:37 am
love gumboots
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Post by: Halex on May 09, 2013, 12:40:01 am
I have spotty gumboots, love them :)
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Post by: jo_nz on May 09, 2013, 02:38:33 am
Nice boots!
My DS had zebra print gumboots from the girls' section last year (when he was 5).  I was really pleased that he didn't like the skulls etc that were on offer for the boys. 
DD has hand-me-down Lightning McQueen gumboots.  ;D
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Post by: astarra on May 09, 2013, 02:59:37 am
My miss6 has skull gumboots  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: judydawn on May 09, 2013, 10:42:55 am
My grand-son has dinosaurs  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 09, 2013, 01:40:31 pm
Yes dad needs to realise you just have to go with the flow :D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 10, 2013, 01:40:36 am
I bought my Thermothingy a new dress.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/10/5y9a4a3a.jpg)


This is the thread.http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11901.0

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 10, 2013, 01:47:17 am
It goes great with your kitchen Gretchen, good choice.
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Post by: Wonder on May 10, 2013, 02:14:04 am
looks good Gretchen
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Post by: Emme on May 10, 2013, 02:22:16 am
Looks great Gert  ;D

Marie
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Post by: obbie on May 10, 2013, 02:40:00 am
looks great Gretchen :)
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Post by: jo_nz on May 10, 2013, 06:06:48 am
Bought myself an apron from here (http://guiltfreeshopping.biz/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=67) 
 ;D

Also bought a black top and 2 tunics today (one merino, one not but still warm and snuggly). 
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Post by: mcmich on May 10, 2013, 06:26:27 am
Very nice Gert.

Lovely aprons Jo.

Today I bought new linen for the guest room and our bedroom. Guest room from Adairs and our room from Pillow Talk.
Still have to get a throw and bedside lamps and sheets for the guest room and a few cushions for our bedroom. Trying to keep the accessories to a minimum in our bedroom as DH gets a little overwhelmed.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 10, 2013, 08:36:41 am
It looks very grand Gert. I hope the cockroaches don't break through the barriers to the 'glue' stuff.  :'(
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 10, 2013, 08:39:43 am
Very smart Gert ;D
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Post by: Brumington on May 10, 2013, 10:16:09 am
Quote from: Jamberie on May 08, 2013, 06:50:26 am
Nice Deedub :)
Great idea to get a kids tv with built-in DVD!

ALDI had some good things today (I'm trying to resist the Indian servingware) but I did get a "Tortilla warmer" (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/uzy7y9e6.jpg)... I think everyone needs one ;) I've been looking for a particular pancake warmer ever since seeing one on Nigella Express... this tortilla warmer is the closest I've found

That is hilarious! That's the EXACT reason I bought the tortilla warmer too. The episode for the pancake thing was when she made them for her daughter with the blueberry sauce if I'm not mistaken!

I'm very excited to have joined a food coop in Toowoomba after being directed there via Quirky Jo. Can't wait to be doing some orders for some stuff which I usually couldn't afford.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 10, 2013, 12:19:31 pm
Quote

That is hilarious! That's the EXACT reason I bought the tortilla warmer too. The episode for the pancake thing was when she made them for her daughter with the blueberry sauce if I'm not mistaken!

Yes,  that's the episode Brumington.  Great minds think alike :) ... I do love Nigella... I found the details of the original green pancake warmer (would you believe it was in the FAQ of her website we mustn't be the only ones who liked the idea),  only to find they don't make them anymore :( I guess the good thing about this one is that it can have multiple uses :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 10, 2013, 01:53:11 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 10, 2013, 08:36:41 am
It looks very grand Gert. I hope the cockroaches don't break through the barriers to the 'glue' stuff.  :'(

Good point cookie. Just but it for a bit of fun. Didn't put it on perfectly  but DH likes it and a bit of a change for a few months.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on May 10, 2013, 02:02:07 pm
re: tortilla warmers/pancake warmer......I've had a silicone one for years, but found there's too much condensation, so I picked up an aldi one today, as well as the handle balti dishes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1360cfc87b840e7f9b546094e60a8c8f.jpg)

Also after my cheese making class last weekend, I ordered the book before I make a trip to "Cheeselinks" to get supplies

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/25b5a15ad65822ad968aeaa160b8d42a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9905a0a2b6542d2313b3958ab6c67212.jpg)

.....oh my....but the cheese cake I planned for Mother's Day, had me traipsing all over  town looking for matcha powder  :-)) no love....so off to a specialty coffee house tomorrow!....it better kick ass for all this effort  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/005706d16ab0cbc93682582db80b52c4.jpg)

....I actually think this one is better than the first book.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9bfad5b2d00daaa50822caf469ab0b3d.jpg)
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 10, 2013, 02:23:24 pm
great buys maddy and great to see you back ;D;D
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Post by: judydawn on May 10, 2013, 02:40:09 pm
Yes, welcome back maddy, missed you.
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Post by: maddy on May 10, 2013, 02:57:34 pm
 :-*  real life has a nasty habit of interrupting forum life unfortunately  ;)

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Post by: Emme on May 10, 2013, 09:52:55 pm
Great shopping Maddy, I have the cheese book, only have to send for some starter now.
It is good to have you back  ;D

Marie
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Post by: Wonder on May 10, 2013, 11:13:44 pm
Welcome back Maddie. After posting the links to the Aldi catalogue I forgot all about going there. Might have to go today and see what's left.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 10, 2013, 11:35:25 pm
Quote from: jo_nz on May 10, 2013, 06:06:48 am
Bought myself an apron from here (http://guiltfreeshopping.biz/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=67) 
 ;D

Also bought a black top and 2 tunics today (one merino, one not but still warm and snuggly).

Those aprons are gorgeous jo.. Loveeeee :)
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Post by: obbie on May 11, 2013, 04:11:53 am
Maddy your back, great shopping..

i bought silicone molds for chocolates today
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Post by: Wonder on May 11, 2013, 04:19:27 am
Got to Aldi and they still ad plenty of the Indian bowls and tortilla warmer so I got 4 small and 1 big bowl along with the tortilla warmer, a bedside table and some groceries!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 11, 2013, 07:01:06 am
Super shopping Maddy. I agree about the slow cooker book, although I find both of them useful.
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Post by: faffa_70 on May 11, 2013, 07:08:45 am
Quote from: Brumington on May 10, 2013, 10:16:09 am
Quote from: Jamberie on May 08, 2013, 06:50:26 am
Nice Deedub :)
Great idea to get a kids tv with built-in DVD!

ALDI had some good things today (I'm trying to resist the Indian servingware) but I did get a "Tortilla warmer" (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/uzy7y9e6.jpg)... I think everyone needs one ;) I've been looking for a particular pancake warmer ever since seeing one on Nigella Express... this tortilla warmer is the closest I've found

That is hilarious! That's the EXACT reason I bought the tortilla warmer too. The episode for the pancake thing was when she made them for her daughter with the blueberry sauce if I'm not mistaken!

I'm very excited to have joined a food coop in Toowoomba after being directed there via Quirky Jo. Can't wait to be doing some orders for some stuff which I usually couldn't afford.

... I just use my Thermoserver :)
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Post by: stacelee on May 11, 2013, 07:40:50 am
I bought myself a mothers day present...the Sunbeam Duo Sous Vide & Slow Cooker (because I need another appliance NOT).  I did however resist the new Women's Weekly cookbooks that were in the supermarket...Slow Cooker 3 and a couple of others that I can't remember the name of.  Luckily we are about to place an order on one of our suppliers so I can stock up on the cooking vacuum seal bags that I now need :).
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Post by: courton on May 11, 2013, 08:55:59 am
I also bought myself a Mother's Day present. Parlux 3500 hair dryer...minimises the frizz and makes the hair look silky and smooth. My hair dresser uses it - and I was impressed with  the difference it made to my hair.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 11, 2013, 09:28:53 am
Welcome back Maddy :-*
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Post by: mcmich on May 11, 2013, 11:23:46 am
Quote from: stacelee on May 11, 2013, 07:40:50 am
I bought myself a mothers day present...the Sunbeam Duo Sous Vide & Slow Cooker (because I need another appliance NOT).  I did however resist the new Women's Weekly cookbooks that were in the supermarket...Slow Cooker 3 and a couple of others that I can't remember the name of.  Luckily we are about to place an order on one of our suppliers so I can stock up on the cooking vacuum seal bags that I now need :).

Stacelee, Yvette and I will be very interested in what you think of this machine. We have been tempted.
Have you seen this thread (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=13085.0)?
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Post by: Yvette on May 11, 2013, 11:29:47 am
Yay Stacelee when are you going to use it?
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Post by: maddy on May 11, 2013, 02:00:56 pm
Breville  have one out too....think lots of people cook this way, with thanks to Masterchef I'm sure.


only went to town for matcha powder, but came home with these as well

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d9bed044b3bf773d7c8171c2a7e1cdbf.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a21c86a276af9a3948618806bd6a839d.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b24a8eb448d7bb6e4861b4a3861eecf1.jpg)


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Post by: cookie1 on May 11, 2013, 02:13:49 pm
I love the carrot "sharpener".
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Post by: maddy on May 11, 2013, 02:29:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 11, 2013, 02:13:49 pm
I love the carrot "sharpener".

Thought it was nifty, makes quick carrot roses, or cucumber ones for that matter.....have worded the boy child up that it's not for  his jumbo pencils  :P
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Post by: obbie on May 11, 2013, 07:17:46 pm
Lovely Maddy :)
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Post by: astarra on May 13, 2013, 04:43:47 am
Well, I just brought...
Ebook from www.crockpotgirls.com  (http://www.crockpotgirls.com) Has just finished downloading so now I will look thru and see what to try first - might be a bit hard with 500 recipes!!!!
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Post by: Yvette on May 13, 2013, 06:28:23 am
There are some nice recipes Astarra   :) :)
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Post by: Brumington on May 13, 2013, 06:36:20 am
I have just been in to my local bakery to ask if they'd sell me bakers flour directly. They were happy to help me out as long as I call them before a Thursday which is their ordering day. So I'm buying 25KG for only $30. So cheap!
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Post by: obbie on May 13, 2013, 06:38:07 am
Great news brumington
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 13, 2013, 08:47:35 am
Quote from: Brumington on May 13, 2013, 06:36:20 am
I have just been in to my local bakery to ask if they'd sell me bakers flour directly. They were happy to help me out as long as I call them before a Thursday which is their ordering day. So I'm buying 25KG for only $30. So cheap!
Great buy Brumington  ;) :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 13, 2013, 09:06:04 am
Isn't that expensive for an eBook astarra  :o  I thought that was the point of eBooks, they can be sold so much cheaper than the real thing. 
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Post by: astarra on May 13, 2013, 09:12:58 am
Yep it is expensive - I just hope it is worth it now,  :-\
I do use my slowcooker alot so hoping I get my $$ worth. There is over 500 recipes and my motto is $1/recipe I will use I can buy it. Told DH it was a mother's day present to myself.  ;) If I use 50 recipes I'll be happy, and have more than 50 bookmarked. Still is expensive tho, I do agree!  :o
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 13, 2013, 12:34:22 pm
Today I bought a new kettle after the not so old one tripped a safety switch thus turning the power off to the house. Took me ages to work out it was the kettle. Was home alone and somehow convinced myself a stranger had done it to lure me out of the house :D
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Post by: Jamberie on May 13, 2013, 12:54:42 pm
I know that feeling Kimmy,  our washing machine trips our circuit breaker every month or so & we find it super annoying,  it took us ages to work out which appliance it was too :/
What sort of kettle did you choose?

Edited for typo
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 13, 2013, 12:54:56 pm
had to giggle kimmy I've done that before ::)
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 13, 2013, 12:59:14 pm
I bought a breville quiet boil jam. It's similar to the old one and they are offering a $25 cash back.
Glad I am not alone Suzanne :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 13, 2013, 01:02:48 pm
I bought some cookie cutters shaped like a teapot,  teacup and cupcake for Lily's high tea birthday party I'm going to use them for cutting out the fairy bread too only a week to go.
I also bought some little books,  notepads and pencils to put in there treat bags which are shaped like handbags
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Post by: Jamberie on May 13, 2013, 01:09:06 pm
Oh great,  I'd love to get my mum the quiet boil,  her kettle is super noisy! I got a yellow Kmix for mothers day :) it's not too loud,  but I'd like to compare them.

Suzanne,  I hope you post photos of the party set up,  it sounds gorgeous!
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 13, 2013, 01:11:27 pm
I certainly will if it looks like the picture I have in my head;D

I have an apparent quiet boil kettle but it isn't really very quiet ::)
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Post by: Frozzie on May 13, 2013, 01:13:26 pm
Book looks good astarra.. Have you tried any of the recipes on the blog prior to purchasing the book??
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 13, 2013, 01:19:07 pm
Suzanne I am so excited about the high tea birthday party. I think it's it a fab idea for little girls. Wish I could convince the boys to do it. Looking forward to the photos.
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Post by: Wonder on May 14, 2013, 12:12:51 am
Astarra I couldn't actually see the book when I was looking at the blog. Some of the recipe's on the blog look interesting so I will be interested to hear about what you think of the book.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 14, 2013, 02:48:43 am
Just finally bought the new wave 6 in 1 and additional ss bowl.. Hard to find in stock butfound one but had to order seperate.. Cant wait until it arrives :)

Does anyone know of an organic supermarket in sydney, pref north shore.. ??
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Post by: snappy on May 14, 2013, 05:10:12 am
I've got the 5 in 1 Frozzie and I love it!  It is the best slow cooker I have owned.  Lamb chops and sausages cooking in there now!

I just bought a vacuum, Hoover free jet 3 in 1.  I really wanted the Dyson Animal stick but couldn't justify the price - we have lived without a vacuum cleaner for 7 years (hardwood floors).  I am hoping it can pick up pet hair!!! 🐶
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Post by: astarra on May 14, 2013, 05:26:51 am
Quote from: Frozzie on May 13, 2013, 01:13:26 pm
Book looks good astarra.. Have you tried any of the recipes on the blog prior to purchasing the book??

Yeah I have tried a few recipes from her blog, that is why I decided to get the book. I subscribed to her blog a fair while ago, so got an email when the book came out.  :)
The girls love her apple pudding slowcooker recipe - just can't think what it is called at the sec.  :-))
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Post by: Frozzie on May 14, 2013, 05:43:57 am
Thx astarra will try a few out.. If the recipes are good i think its great value.. Ppl spend 50/60 dollars on a thx book without blinking and there are no where near 500 recipes and in some a number of those recipes needed tweaking..her blog looks good.. Pics anyway.. Havent had a good look!
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Post by: Frozzie on May 14, 2013, 05:45:18 am
Snappy ive been meaning to gt one for ages but something else always came up but just ordered today so will be here within a week apparently.. Ordered on kitchenware direct
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Post by: goldfish on May 14, 2013, 06:26:56 am
These arrived today...   Made in Sweden  .unbleached and chlorine free.... Through www.organicsonabudget.com.au

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/14/5a4u3yhe.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on May 14, 2013, 09:57:12 am
I was looking at ordering some pantry staples from them today gf.. Looks like a good option as alot of organic style shops here are small and very expensive
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 12:18:02 am
Hey girls,

I dropped my phone and smashed it on the front porch yesterday, so now I'm in need of a new one :-[ :-))

I was hoping for some recommendations, opinions, advice... anything really :)
My smashed one is the cheap version of the samsung galaxy. I'm looking to get a better one this time, as long as it is actually worth the money ;)

TIA! :D
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2013, 12:25:27 am
I bought DH a iphone 2 months ago.. ;D
I have a samsung flip phone, (boring), but I am in front of a computer all day, and I ring people, not text.. (showing my age here)
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Post by: astarra on May 16, 2013, 12:28:36 am
I put mine thru the washing machine (again) the other day, :-)) (Seem to do it at least once during a pregnancy  ??? )
 DH got me a Samsung Galaxy Ace (I think it is called) and it is great!! Not sure how much you are looking to spend tho? Think it was about $185.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 16, 2013, 12:40:07 am
We love our Samsung Galaxy SII here (and will soon be upgrading to the Galaxy III or the Samsung NoteII. I constantly text, email, facebook and forum! As it is an android, you can download lifferent keyboards such as swipe (see here -scoot along to 2min 22sec- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcZ80An2k6o ) which makes texting etc sooooo much faster. It can also tether to other devices allowing you to have internet on different devices :)
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Post by: Halex on May 16, 2013, 12:43:04 am
C had the 3 Legos products for the 3rd cook book, so purchased the pastes to get the book :)
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Post by: astarra on May 16, 2013, 12:46:08 am
I did similar at WW Halex - buy 3 philli products and get a free serving dish (& 4 recipe cards)  :D
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Post by: stacelee on May 16, 2013, 12:52:12 am
I've moved from an Iphone 5 to the Galaxy note II.  I'm really happy with it although its not as stable as the iphone was.  The battery life on the Iphone is very bad, the Galaxy is a little better but you can also get a spare battery for it.  I love the screen size.
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Post by: Yvette on May 16, 2013, 12:56:35 am
I have an i phone 5 which I like. It will also depend on how much you use it Amy and how much you want to pay  ;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 12:57:40 am
Thanks for the info and tips ladies :) My bank is right next to the phone shop so I will check my balance before I go in ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 16, 2013, 01:33:18 am
When DH and I got new phones the salesman said anything is better than an iPhone so we ended up with a couple of problematic Motorolas.The only thing we like about our phones are the swipe feature. My 3 kids have iPhones and want me to get one. I think a large majority of young ones go for iPhone and this in itself will have its advantages for you. Ask your friends, and don't necessarily believe what the salesman is trying to push you towards as they are probably on an incentive program and thinking about the $$$ a bloke on the plane next to me had a Samsung and it had a lovely big screen, and he said he bought it because it was compatible with windows or something.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 01:38:02 am
I have the Samsung galaxy s3 and love it it's even had a bath and survived would definitely recommend it;D;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 04:24:23 am
Thanks suzanne, I will look at that one, it must be a better version of my smashed one ;D

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on May 16, 2013, 01:33:18 am
I think a large majority of young ones go for iPhone and this in itself will have its advantages for you. Ask your friends...

Um... you guys are my friends CP :-)) I have very few friends my own age. Only one who springs to mind actually ;)
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Post by: deedub on May 16, 2013, 04:39:55 am
Yesterday after the dog pee'd on my bed AGAIN (he's banned from my bedroom but I forgot to close the door while I was having a shower) I decided it was time for a new quilt. My old one is not really warm enough in winter anyway. So I bought a lovely new wool quilt, and because everything was on sale I also bought flanellette sheets for my bed (king size) and new ones for the girls'. When I took the king size fitted sheet out of the packaging to wash, I though it looked a bit small so tried it on the bed - waaay too small! I suspect it's for a king single bed, although packaging clearly states 'king bed' so not the salespersons' fault.
Looks like another trip to Adair's on the weekend "sigh".
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 04:46:09 am
I hate it when that happens deedub I went home with two different size shoes for Lily the other week ::)
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2013, 04:48:42 am
That's annoying Dee.

Love new linen, bought new linen for master bed and guest bed last week.

Glad your four legged family member has been banned from the bedroom.
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Post by: Yvette on May 16, 2013, 04:49:25 am
That's a bummer Deedub disappointing when you have to go back and change things.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 16, 2013, 04:56:51 am
Amy, I love my iphone as we are an apple household through and through. However, now that i have an ipad, i mainly use my phone for calls, texts and checking my emails, and my ipad for most other things. Think about what features you need in a phone and go from there!

Hally, You got me excited that C were selling lego and a Lego cookbook - thought DS would be estatic. Then i realised you were talking about tomato based products :o :-))
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2013, 04:59:36 am
That's funny ES - you wanted lego blocks not the sauce  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 16, 2013, 05:19:35 am
Pick up one of my new utes Friday, the other Monday or Tuesday :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2013, 05:24:30 am
Excellent Obbie  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 16, 2013, 06:13:57 am
I am in love with all my I thingys. I love that they all sync and my iPhone is amazing. Still getting used to my MacBook  Pro but it too is amazing. I am a born again Apple gal.

Gert

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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 07:01:52 am
my dd20 is an apple gal and nearly choked when I bought my Samsung phone I do love the ipad and mac though
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 07:18:50 am
I just went shopping online at Victoria secret my absolute favorite shop ever
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2013, 07:30:53 am
Suzzanne   sounds fun
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 07:39:36 am
it is Robyn so easy to spend money there gym wear,  underwear,  jeans,  jumpers, tops the list goes on ;D;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 07:55:56 am
We don't have one of those down here Suzanne :'(
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 16, 2013, 08:08:50 am
They have an online store :o
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 08:14:42 am
That might have been a dangerous thing to tell me Sue ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 09:17:30 am
it's all online Amy and my shopping came to a total of $580 :-[ and postage was only $70 hence my excitement about going to Singapore I can finally go into a real store it'll be like heaven ;D;D;D
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Post by: Frozzie on May 16, 2013, 12:30:20 pm
Amy we have all i thingys in our house and love them but think it depends on personal preference to be honest.. Imo iphones are far superieur.. I love all of my iphones, ipads etc, apple tv .. Love love love .. and for me its one you go iphone you never go back lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 12:41:54 pm
Fair enough Kim ;D I've been reading a few online reviews today and some people say iPhones aren't as good as they're made out to be... but I suppose I would have to have one to decide for myself ;)

Quote from: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 09:17:30 am
it's all online Amy and my shopping came to a total of $580 :-[ and postage was only $70 hence my excitement about going to Singapore I can finally go into a real store it'll be like heaven ;D;D;D

Holy guacamole :o :o :o
I wouldn't even spend a tenth of that on a shopping trip Suzanne ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on May 16, 2013, 12:47:05 pm
Hi Amy, of the five of us in our house 4 have iPhones and one has galaxy 3, the iPhone wins hands down.  The Samsung galaxy is only three months old and has already got a dodgy microphone. Happy phone shopping!
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 12:54:09 pm
Thanks GHM ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 01:22:29 pm
it's not that hard Amy ;D I did get quite a bit for my money including some lovely underwear
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 16, 2013, 01:31:45 pm
Oh Amy that's terrible you smashed your phone. Good luck with the search.  Hubby and I love our iPhones but my sister loves her Samsung galaxy. I think it's a two horse race for you.  Maybe flip a coin!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on May 16, 2013, 09:31:34 pm
I find like alot of things ppl who critisize iphones dont actually own one ... Alot like the critics of thermomix.. Most Dont actually have one.. Just sayin.. 😁😁
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Post by: Wonder on May 16, 2013, 10:19:19 pm
Amy I think it comes down to what you are going to use it for, they can be very expensive if you are only interested in making calls and the occasional text. I have an iPhone but to be honest I don't like it as much as my old blackberry for everything except looking on the Internet. I fine it handy to be able to read the newspapers etc wherever I am but generally find I much prefer my ipad mini for that so tend to just use the iPhone if I end up having to wait somewhere and don't have the ipad on me.  The iPhone looks great and does a lot but if you aren't going to use all the functionality then it's a bit of a waste in my opinion.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 16, 2013, 10:32:26 pm
Wonder is right.. Regardless you need to find what is right for you and what your needs and budget are... :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 10:43:34 pm
Thanks for the advice ladies :)

I only really use my phone for texting and the calculator :-)) But it is a very basic phone and doesn't have any of the apps or anything that come with iPhones or the better quality Galaxy phones. I think if I had them to use then I would use them. I'm just not sure if I would use them enough to justify the cost :-\

It's a lot to consider so maybe I will take a few more days to think it over. Thanks again everyone :-*

Quote from: *suzanne* on May 16, 2013, 01:22:29 pm
it's not that hard Amy ;D I did get quite a bit for my money including some lovely underwear

Nobody else can appreciate the underwear though, unless you do a Superman and wear it outside of your clothes ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 16, 2013, 11:40:03 pm
Amy get the best you can afford that meets your needs. It is  the things we don't do in life that we regret, and don't experience life from the cheap seats. It is better in the long run to buy  one good quality thing  than spend  hard earned dollars on several mediocre things that  don't live up to your future expectations.  While adequate may be ok in the moment quality will win over in the end both financially and  emotionally. Think of your future needs and you may find in the next  year you may need more than just texting and a calculator.  You may find some apps more useful on a phone than a computer.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Amy :-) on May 16, 2013, 11:48:10 pm
Wise advice, thanks Gert. I think you're right :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 17, 2013, 12:21:33 am
suzanne I'm with you on the lovely underwear and only ever (now that I can afford it) wear matching sets and good quality. Amy, it's not always about them being seen but I find I tend to feel better and even a little more confident when i've put some effort into things like that - probably a little silly but it always makes me feel better knowing I've got lovely lingerie!!
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Post by: Frozzie on May 17, 2013, 12:42:08 am
Amy you also need to take into into account the cost of monthly plans for i phones and the like that have internet, 3g etc etc if your past phone was very basic as they arent at all the same cost.. Im sure your aware just making sure your factering that in.. And be careful about locking yourself into a plan as you need to see what works for you.. Unless your buying outright ad planning on getting prepaid cards..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on May 17, 2013, 12:59:22 am
Amy if you are looking at buying a phone outright google Kogan they have different plans, I paid $299 for the year for unlimited calls, unlimited texts and 6g of data per month
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on May 17, 2013, 04:31:48 am
Must agree with the lingerie comment. If you have a good hair cut, nice clothing underneath you feel a million dollars.

If you get hit by a bus the ED staff will have nice underclothes to see as they mend you.  ;) ;) :D
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on May 17, 2013, 05:36:30 am
cookie my mum always used to say before I left the house I hope you've got good under wearon in case you get hit by a bus
wonder I feel the same its how I feel about myself that is most important and it's great quality
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on May 17, 2013, 06:49:08 am
Victoria's secret unfortunately doesn't fit me well but I love Bendon online particuarly when they have sales.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on May 17, 2013, 11:35:10 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 17, 2013, 06:49:08 am
Victoria's secret unfortunately doesn't fit me well but I love Bendon online particuarly when they have sales.
Ditto and there is a great Bendon factory outlet in Werribee (better than Smirh st). Worth the detour off the highway if you are ever nearby.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on May 17, 2013, 01:25:39 pm
lucky that it is perfect size wise for me I have trouble finding bras especially since I don't have much in that department ::)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 17, 2013, 10:55:55 pm
Well we picked up the new landcruiser yesterday afternoon.   .Not impress with car salesman ???,  just ignored me, Why are guys like that. >:(

Why do they have to put stickers on, want to pull them off. 

Monday or Tuesday we get the new Ford Ranger. :D  I like this Dealer principal, always looks after me.


will post photo today.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on May 17, 2013, 11:18:49 pm
Wow Obbie an exciting few days for you. Have fun.

Kimmyh, I much prefer buying through the online site when they have sales because I don't have to search through the store for my size and i can easily see when they have the matching set. I've got fussy as I've got older and will only buy a bra if there is a matching set of knickers. The site regularly has between 40 and 70% off and I've managed to get beautiful pleasure state sets  at prices I can afford rather than just dreaming. I haven't had to return many things but when I have it's free postage and you either get a credit or full refund.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on May 17, 2013, 11:19:16 pm
Quote from: obbie on May 17, 2013, 10:55:55 pm
Well we picked up the new landcruiser yesterday afternoon.   .Not impress with car salesman ???,  just ignored me, Why are guys like that. >:(




Obbie, I once bought a new stove and the salesman kept ignoring me and talking to DH so I told him to please talk to me as I was the one going to use it and not DH.  We went back some weeks later to buy a hot water service and the look on his face was hilarious.  I am sure he thought I was an old dragon but I got the service.  We ladies have to stand up for ourselves.
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Post by: jo_nz on May 18, 2013, 01:07:52 am
Obbie, I had the same with our car salesman recently!  I was the one doing the running around and sorting everything out, but they treated me like a child!   >:(
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2013, 01:35:58 am
It is commonly known that car salesmen ignore women - perhaps we should leave our husbands at home when we go looking.  What am I saying, I did do that ;D  Well almost, he stayed in the car as it wasn't worth getting the wheelchair out as at that stage we were only supposed to be looking.  I don't window shop, it's a waste of time so it wasn't surprising that I ended up buying the car that day (with his blessing when I ran the figures past him of course).  He wanted nothing to do with it, it was going to be my car as he no longer drove and therefore it was left to me to be a big girl and choose what I wanted and talk prices etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 18, 2013, 02:32:07 am
Judy, I did all the work, DH says this is what i want, all the extras we needed.

I got the quotes, did all the work, on the phone.

Insurance ect..

to get hello, how are you. i need to talk to my DH..

oh well, these should last 5 years.. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 18, 2013, 08:24:43 am
I hate it when you buy eg. a car and then all the correspondence from the dealership like insurance, newsletters etc goes to DH even though the salesmen know that its for me and I'm the one paying for it
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on May 18, 2013, 09:04:54 am
I just hate it in general when they talk to the hubby & ignore the wife.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2013, 09:42:26 am
Quote from: Halex on May 18, 2013, 09:04:54 am
I just hate it in general when they talk to the hubby & ignore the wife.

Me too. I detest it when someone rings and asks to speak with him, when I can help them just as well. It's hilarious most of DH's car club friends ask me as well , but snooty know it alls ask for him and I can usually help them. I wonder how they treat their wives? 
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on May 18, 2013, 12:10:32 pm
Quote from: Halex on May 18, 2013, 09:04:54 am
I just hate it in general when they talk to the hubby & ignore the wife.

I agree with all the comments, when I first went into Mazda the salesman asked me 3 times if I would like to either phone or come back with my husband.  I politely told him that I was out to buy a car for myself and my husband was happy not to attend!! as a result of that experience I went with the car broker who made the whole process relaxing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on May 18, 2013, 12:51:24 pm
Quote from: Wonder on May 17, 2013, 11:18:49 pm
Wow Obbie an exciting few days for you. Have fun.

Kimmyh, I much prefer buying through the online site when they have sales because I don't have to search through the store for my size and i can easily see when they have the matching set. I've got fussy as I've got older and will only buy a bra if there is a matching set of knickers. The site regularly has between 40 and 70% off and I've managed to get beautiful pleasure state sets  at prices I can afford rather than just dreaming. I haven't had to return many things but when I have it's free postage and you either get a credit or full refund.
Thanks wonder I will check the website out.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on May 18, 2013, 11:38:42 pm
Got my ss bowl in record time from one site but still waiting on 6 in 1 and kids thermos cup from another.. Maybe tomorrow!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on May 18, 2013, 11:48:10 pm
Not particularly impressed with Williams Sonoma at Bondi at the moment.  May 8 I at last received a confirmation that my order had been received - website indicated items all ready for shipping - and not a word since - not even a response to an email I sent them several days ago . . .   Good old PoK sends out their orders almost before you can turn around!!
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Post by: Frozzie on May 18, 2013, 11:59:37 pm
Still havent been but may get there this week!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 19, 2013, 12:25:46 am
Quote from: goldfish on May 18, 2013, 11:48:10 pm
Not particularly impressed with Williams Sonoma at Bondi at the moment.  May 8 I at last received a confirmation that my order had been received - website indicated items all ready for shipping - and not a word since - not even a response to an email I sent them several days ago . . .   Good old PoK sends out their orders almost before you can turn around!!

Even up here. I have ordered on line a POK on Sunday  and it is here on Friday. Once on a Thursday after a weekend shopping on line. Wonderful service.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 01:42:21 am
I haven't heard from Williams Sonoma either and I placed my in store 3 weeks ago.

POK has wonderful service.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on May 19, 2013, 01:47:01 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 01:42:21 am
I haven't heard from Williams Sonoma either and I placed my in store 3 weeks ago.

POK has wonderful service.  :D

That's pretty unacceptable Mich!!  I wonder if the systems are not properly set up... Or the staff aren't trained properly .. Certainly not a great start IMO!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 01:53:37 am
Actually it was only 2 Sundays ago that I was down there. I filled in a card with email etc. and haven't heard a peep.

Doesn't really matter. I can live without the things I ordered and will stick with POK, kitchenware direct and Victoria's Basement.
Still plenty of online shops to keep me busy.  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 19, 2013, 02:25:29 am
I love POK.
ships to me at work fast too. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on May 19, 2013, 04:25:26 am
My 3  landcruisers. :)

have just listed one for sale, the 2nd is for sale next weekend, and the new one  we  bought on friday..
  

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 06:45:40 am
Nice shopping Obbie. Hope the other 2 sell quickly for you.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2013, 06:57:22 am
Lovely Robyn. Are they V8's?
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Post by: Yvette on May 19, 2013, 07:33:01 am
Guess what I bought today?
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 19, 2013, 07:38:02 am
no idea Yvette;D what did you buy?
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2013, 07:42:38 am
A sous v?.??. Machine?
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Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 07:49:52 am
Yep, I reckon it's a sous vide machine.  ;D ;D ;D

Don't keep us in suspense Yvette.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on May 19, 2013, 08:04:26 am
Yep you are right Cookie and Mich, I can't get it until Thursday night.
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Post by: obbie on May 19, 2013, 08:05:47 am
Cookie, the first one is a 6
the next 2 are V8's.

I have 8 cars, nine on Tuesday...
CRAZY me..

anyone hopefully back to 7 in a couple of weeks.. :)

Yvette, OOH I am jealous, Congrats..
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Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2013, 08:15:14 am
Which one did you buy Yvette? If you are happy with your machine, I won't be able to resist.    :-))

Golly nuisance that DH is home to see me bring all my shopping home for the next few weeks. He never growls about anything for the kitchen though as he knows he will be eating well  ;D

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Post by: Emme on May 19, 2013, 08:20:00 am
Obbie, when you go shopping you certainly spend up  :D ;D.  Hope you can sell the others real soon.

Yvette, looking forward to hearing about your machine  ;D

Mcmich, I am sure DH understands that you need assistance to prepare all those lovely meals  ;) ;D

Marie
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Post by: Yvette on May 19, 2013, 08:21:07 am
Mich I got the breville one as I was not sure whether the sunbeam would hold enough. It came with the recipe book, vacuum sealer and a frypan. DH is away some of next week, so I will def use in on the weekend. It was $685 at Harvey Norman.

Good luck with selling the uses Obbie
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Post by: Yvette on May 19, 2013, 08:22:21 am
Oops I mean utes Obbie
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Post by: obbie on May 19, 2013, 09:32:25 pm
I listed the 6 on gumtree
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Post by: Frozzie on May 20, 2013, 03:21:50 am
My 6 in 1 just delivered.. Yay :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 20, 2013, 03:23:50 am
You'll love it Frozzie, I love the pressure cooker although I use my stove top one more than the 5 in 1.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 20, 2013, 03:34:12 am
Just looking what i want o make.. No clue as yet!
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Post by: Jamberie on May 20, 2013, 03:37:04 am
I bought the 6 in 1 before Christmas and haven't used it yet :o we decided to sell our house and declutter so it's been packed! I can't wait to hear what you make Frozzie!
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Post by: Frozzie on May 20, 2013, 03:43:02 am
Lol will advise.. Looking at recipes now..

Never owned a slow cookerso noticed recipes ned to be put on in the morning somplanning for tomorrow :)
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Post by: obbie on May 20, 2013, 05:11:14 am
Frozzie love my 5 in 1, have fun with it. :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 20, 2013, 06:59:36 am
Frozzie we much prefer the pressure cooker function now that we have got used to it. We feel the meat has a better texture and more depth of flavour than with the slow cooker.  If you are using existing recipe's just remember to reduce the liquid content for either pressure or slow cooking.
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Post by: Frozzie on May 20, 2013, 09:49:35 am
Thanks wonder for the tips.. ..ran out of time to getbtonthe shops..

Will do robyn :)
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Post by: goldfish on May 22, 2013, 03:19:46 am
Quote from: goldfish on May 18, 2013, 11:48:10 pm
Not particularly impressed with Williams Sonoma at Bondi at the moment.  May 8 I at last received a confirmation that my order had been received - website indicated items all ready for shipping - and not a word since - not even a response to an email I sent them several days ago . . .   Good old PoK sends out their orders almost before you can turn around!!

 . . . well . . meanwhile. .  back at the ranch . . sent a further email several days ago and still no response.  Went to their Aus website and finally found a phone number (go right to the bottom of the page and click on "store locations" to find this out :-)) )

Spoke to a young gentleman who took details and indicated he would call me back as it would take time to look everything up.  No return phone call, but when I (much later) checked my email there was a  note from the international ??? customer service section saying they had received a request from this young man regarding the status of my order.  They now, in turn,  have sent a request for an update of the order's shipping status - but , they say, it may take up to a week for them to receive a response!! (My head is spinning!!!)  Once they get this, they will send me an update.

Don't want an update . . .  just want to receive what I ordered! In my books this,  as Daffy Duck (and many others!) have declared, "ain't no way to run a railroad!"

Rapidly losing interest in this place -  >:( >:( >:(

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on May 22, 2013, 03:36:37 am
They'll be losing prospective customers too GF - just not good enough is it  >:(
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Post by: obbie on May 22, 2013, 03:39:54 am
Does anyone have a convention oven, is it any good.. :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 22, 2013, 11:22:57 am
Do you mean a convection microwave Robyn? I remember that Mandi has one and does a lot of baking in it.
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Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2013, 10:56:29 pm
There is a thread here  (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11176.0) and here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=10574.0) and here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=9255.0) Robyn.
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Post by: Halex on May 22, 2013, 11:51:18 pm
GF, sorry to hear your troubles, 2 of my items are here, 1 still to come.

 :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 23, 2013, 12:37:24 am
I was going to place an order with Williams Sonoma but think I will hold off for now.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 23, 2013, 12:39:05 am
New TV and 2 Samsonite cases.  The new light strong ones. Have used Samsonite Oyster ones for years but they are heavy before you put anything in them.  Don't like the zip that goes around the new cases ,  but we will see. 40% off at Standbags.
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Post by: obbie on May 23, 2013, 12:45:31 am
Thanks Michelle for the links.. :)
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Post by: goldfish on May 23, 2013, 12:50:16 am
I had no trouble at all ordering from the US..great service with that. The troublesome order was through the Australian site which I thought (mistakenly it seems) was to be sent from their new store in Bondi.  Maybe teething troubles but I do hope they sort it out soon....
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Post by: judydawn on May 23, 2013, 03:10:53 am
Just arrived, DD gave me a voucher on kitchenwaredirect and this is what I chose.  All ready for you now CC  ;D

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Post by: Wonder on May 23, 2013, 03:56:37 am
Wow Judy that looks great.
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Post by: Yvette on May 23, 2013, 04:36:37 am
Looks great Judy you and CC must be going to eat a lot of toast  :)
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Post by: goldfish on May 23, 2013, 04:49:14 am
 ;D ;D  They'll certainly be the toast of the town!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 23, 2013, 08:37:02 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 23, 2013, 03:10:53 am
Just arrived, DD gave me a voucher on kitchenwaredirect and this is what I chose.  All ready for you now CC  ;D


Oh that looks good Judy. ;D We'll dine on beans/ spaghetti/ egg on toast  :D :D :D
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Post by: Frozzie on May 23, 2013, 08:53:13 am
Got this for Dds little table as saw it at a friends house and thought it was great and easy for her to use

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/23/vepe9umy.jpg)

Got it from POK.. As they were the cheapest i found..
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Post by: achookwoman on May 23, 2013, 10:11:20 am
Judy,  very similar to the one we just bought DD.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 23, 2013, 11:13:21 am
Kim that looks great ;D
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Post by: judydawn on May 23, 2013, 12:00:52 pm
I think we can do a little better than that CC, we may make the most of it though and eat out a bit - who knows what we are going to do at this stage  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 23, 2013, 12:39:57 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 23, 2013, 12:00:52 pm
I think we can do a little better than that CC, we may make the most of it though and eat out a bit - who knows what we are going to do at this stage  ;D

Except have a wonderful time.
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Post by: Wonder on May 24, 2013, 12:51:30 am
Looks great Frozzie
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Post by: obbie on May 24, 2013, 02:06:51 am
Looks great Kim
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 24, 2013, 10:38:56 am
Our new sign ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 24, 2013, 11:20:37 am
;D
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Post by: astarra on May 25, 2013, 02:57:08 am
LOL Amy!!  :D
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:09:23 am
Look what I or really DH picked up today(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/umu8una7.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:09:59 am
This came free with it(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/u2ypymaz.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:10:22 am
And this(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/zyhy3e6e.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2013, 04:12:13 am
looks good Yvette :)
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Post by: goldfish on May 25, 2013, 04:13:56 am
Great acquisitions, Yvette!!  Love that gorgeous green pot to the right of the sous vide!! :D
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:15:21 am
Thanks GF a purchase from Victoria's Basement last year. Will be using it tomorrow
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Post by: goldfish on May 25, 2013, 04:17:52 am
Is it a Staub?  I have one in red . . just love it to bits!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:42:44 am
Yes it is GF great for cooking not as easy to clean. Mine is black inside the light colour ones are easier to clean don't know if they are the same brand though
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 25, 2013, 05:38:20 am
Great purchases Yvette and hope you enjoy the sous vide cooking  :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 25, 2013, 06:08:44 am
Love the green pot too - you are going to be busy in your kitchen ;D
I tried the mantra: "I will not visit the POK website, I will not visit the POK website, I will............."
I failed.
Mum mentioned yesterday that she was looking for a culinare vegetable peeler for my brother, and couldn't find one. Of course, POK sells them. I resisted ordering one for her until I saw their daily deal for milo plane (stupid iPad autocorrect - microplane!!) graters for $7. It's hard to justify $13 postage on a $4 peeler, so I added a few extra things to my order. Before I knew it, I'd placed an order for about $150.
I will not visit the POK website, I will NOT.....
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Post by: Amy :-) on May 25, 2013, 06:14:18 am
LOL Sue ;D ;D ;D

Very nice Yvette ;) :D

Well, I bought my new phone today from Hardly Normal :-\
I eventually decided on a Samsung Galaxy S II, and was told by the staff member that I would need to have my SIM card cut down to micro-size to fit it. They didn't have the tools to do it at the store so I had to go to a different shop to have it done. Being the stupid overly-trusting person that I am, I didn't actually check beforehand that my SIM card wouldn't fit the new phone :-))
So I went to this other shop and the man there cut my SIM to micro-size. I tried to put it in my new phone and it wouldn't even stay in place, let alone read! So then I had to go to Telstra and ask them to put my SIM card in a little gadget thing to fit in my new phone.
Took up over an hour of my morning :P
But I'm really excited that I have my new phone :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 25, 2013, 06:35:02 am
That's great Amy and glad you got it sorted  :)
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Post by: Emme on May 25, 2013, 06:43:06 am
Great shopping Yvette,  ;D

ES, I know what you mean, I try and stay away from POK too.  ;) :D  Good price for the grater though  ;D

Amy, so glad you have the phone problem sorted out.   :)

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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2013, 06:56:22 am
I saw it ES and was going to mention it here but went delete delete to POK? LOL!
Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on May 25, 2013, 06:57:38 am
Yay! Amy! It's a great phone (in fact I'm using it to type this message :))

I bought 2x 12 mini silicone cupcake moulds today... Thought I might try making some mini cupcakes or puddings for DD in the varoma.
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Post by: snappy on May 25, 2013, 07:02:21 am
I bought 4 of these mini casserole dishes from Aldi this afternoon.  Can't wait to use them to serve up some delicious winter stews!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/ugasy7y9.jpg)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 25, 2013, 07:08:48 am
Love the mini casserole dishes snappy.  :)
Wish we had an Aldi here
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Post by: snappy on May 25, 2013, 07:30:05 am
I do most of my groceries at Aldi now because we generally use basic ingredients - rice, pasta, cereals, meat, vegies etc

Mini casseroles were only $1.99 each - great value!
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2013, 08:34:19 am
OOhh, can't wait to see what you think of it. If you love it, I will get one.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 25, 2013, 09:02:08 am
Lovely purchases everyone ;D
POK sounds like a place where your credit card could do a lot of damage :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2013, 09:09:37 am
Love  the mini dishes Snappy.  :D
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 09:13:56 am
Quote from: mcmich on May 25, 2013, 08:34:19 am
OOhh, can't wait to see what you think of it. If you love it, I will get one.  ;D

I am using tomorrow cooking medium rare steaks
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2013, 10:18:42 am
Loved the chicken in TMX, excited to see your steak  ;D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 10:38:16 am
I will take photos
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Post by: meganjane on May 25, 2013, 11:39:04 am
I bought another car! My DH is furious. He loves our Statesman, as do I, but it's getting on and I'm sick of having to take it out on gravel roads and into paddocks, so I bought a VW Touareg SUV!! Very excited....  Can't pick it up for a while because to get the deal that I wanted, I had to agree to get a bit of damage on our car fixed via insurance, get it serviced and detailed. Lots of haggling, but I'm happy with the changeover price.

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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2013, 11:49:40 am
Can't go wrong with a VW Megan.  :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 25, 2013, 11:54:34 am
Good on you, Megan!
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2013, 12:14:15 pm
Had to look it up MJ, never heard of it - lovely looking car and it will be perfect for where you have to drive.  Pity about DH  ;)
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Post by: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 12:29:43 pm
Good one Megan I am sure DH will get over it
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Post by: gertbysea on May 25, 2013, 12:40:33 pm
Quote from: meganjane on May 25, 2013, 11:39:04 am
I bought another car! My DH is furious. He loves our Statesman, as do I, but it's getting on and I'm sick of having to take it out on gravel roads and into paddocks, so I bought a VW Touareg SUV!! Very excited....  Can't pick it up for a while because to get the deal that I wanted, I had to agree to get a bit of damage on our car fixed via insurance, get it serviced and detailed. Lots of haggling, but I'm happy with the changeover price.



Well done you. Women are so smart. .

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 25, 2013, 12:47:59 pm
You choose a wonderful car Megan ;D What colour is it?
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Post by: cookie1 on May 25, 2013, 01:01:05 pm
Wow MJ. But I'm like your DH. I love The Statesman. Very regal.
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Post by: meganjane on May 25, 2013, 01:37:59 pm
Regal indeed cookie, but just not practical. I adore it's spaciousness, luxury and comfortable ride. But, I loathe parking it...

The colour is a metallic grey, Gert.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 25, 2013, 01:40:49 pm
Congratulations MJ. Love the car.
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2013, 11:19:26 pm
Great MJ.

I Forgot, we picked our new 4x4 Ford ranger on friday too.

9 cars now.. :)  another silver one.

I took it for a drive yesterday, loved it... :)
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Post by: Halex on May 26, 2013, 12:15:52 am
Love VW

Yvette, Be interested to see what you think of your new toy :)
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Post by: Yvette on May 26, 2013, 03:33:02 am
I will let you know Hally can't wait to use it tonight
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Post by: goldfish on May 27, 2013, 02:30:09 am
Quote from: goldfish on May 22, 2013, 03:19:46 am
Quote from: goldfish on May 18, 2013, 11:48:10 pm
Not particularly impressed with Williams Sonoma at Bondi at the moment.  May 8 I at last received a confirmation that my order had been received - website indicated items all ready for shipping - and not a word since - not even a response to an email I sent them several days ago . . .   Good old PoK sends out their orders almost before you can turn around!!

 . . . well . . meanwhile. .  back at the ranch . . sent a further email several days ago and still no response.  Went to their Aus website and finally found a phone number (go right to the bottom of the page and click on "store locations" to find this out :-)) )

Spoke to a young gentleman who took details and indicated he would call me back as it would take time to look everything up.  No return phone call, but when I (much later) checked my email there was a  note from the international ??? customer service section saying they had received a request from this young man regarding the status of my order.  They now, in turn,  have sent a request for an update of the order's shipping status - but , they say, it may take up to a week for them to receive a response!! (My head is spinning!!!)  Once they get this, they will send me an update.

Don't want an update . . .  just want to receive what I ordered! In my books this,  as Daffy Duck (and many others!) have declared, "ain't no way to run a railroad!"

Rapidly losing interest in this place -  >:( >:( >:(



On the 26th received a charming and very apologetic email from the US.  It seems communication somehow fell between the cracks, but now it appears the items I ordered are on back order until June 20  :-)) ???.  Ok, says I, as long as I know what's going on, I'll just wait it out.  What I don't understand, though, is why there's a toll free number to phone California if there's a problem - shouldn't there be a Sydney number to handle all this?)

Move ahead to this morning (May 27)  when I receive another email stating my order has been" fulfilled" . .  I think they must have found 3 little jalapeno corers lurking in the back of some cupboard somewhere . . ;D ;D ;D

All this over three little corers . .  but I really did want them!! (one for me and two for friends) :-))
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2013, 02:49:14 am
Well I'm glad that they sorted it out for you GF.
I haven't bothered following up on the items I ordered on the 5th May. I can live without them.
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Post by: goldfish on May 27, 2013, 03:29:47 am
Thanks Mich - a totally first world  trivial problem I guess . . it's just when someone offers a product that you'd like and have been looking for - offers it under certain conditions and then it all goes pear shaped . . . .  :-)) :-)) ??? ??? ;D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on May 27, 2013, 04:29:01 am
Glad everything is sorted GF
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2013, 04:50:07 am
my 3 landcruisers
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2013, 04:53:31 am
my new 4x4 ford ranger picked up Friday
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Post by: Wonder on May 27, 2013, 04:57:50 am
They look great Robyn but I'm glad I'm not paying for that many cars!
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Post by: jo_nz on May 27, 2013, 05:16:37 am
We're down to "only" 4 vehicles now, and only 3 of those live here (one's a worker's van that he takes home).  Sometimes selling stuff is nearly as much fun as buying...well, no, who am I kidding?  But it's nice to have more space in the driveway again!

I received an email from somewhere I've bought before about "things that might interest me" and saw a 3 tier cooling rack which I liked the look of, so clicked through only to find on the website that it's "currently unavailable"!!  :-)) Why are they emailing me about it then?! 
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Post by: Yvette on May 27, 2013, 05:32:37 am
Cool Robyn  :)
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2013, 06:06:16 am
9 cars now, hopefully down to 7 in a couple of weeks. when we sell 2 landcruisers.
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Post by: goldfish on May 28, 2013, 07:13:45 am
Well, there's just been a knock at the door and lo and behold the jalapeno corers have arrived from Williams Sonoma - no idea whether they came from the US (they must have been faster than any jet!) or from Bondi - so much for the advice that the items were on backorder to June 20 . . .Anyway, just glad they're here and I can complete some birthday gifts . . . ;D
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Post by: Yvette on May 28, 2013, 07:32:57 am
Yay glad you have everything GF  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 28, 2013, 09:01:52 am
Thats good news GF :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 28, 2013, 09:05:33 am
Quote from: goldfish on May 28, 2013, 07:13:45 am
Well, there's just been a knock at the door and lo and behold the jalapeno corers have arrived from Williams Sonoma - no idea whether they came from the US (they must have been faster than any jet!) or from Bondi - so much for the advice that the items were on backorder to June 20 . . .Anyway, just glad they're here and I can complete some birthday gifts . . . ;D

Thank goodness!!!

You will be able to core up a storm now GF  :D
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Post by: goldfish on May 28, 2013, 09:07:55 am
now I just to find some peppers Mich!! Lol
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Post by: maddy on May 28, 2013, 02:09:25 pm
You have all been shopping up a storm!!!  8)

Over a couple of weeks......

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/584f85c4122a2ad9c64aa154a5d0c233.jpg)

And over 5 different stores, I managed to get these matching retro green laguiole pieces

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2be75abf4febb49625efdd5e138289a6.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/39ef1108d5afa99fa1ac3d02b50e6361.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/033d64be6ca436e047479dd857b79e86.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8e274621d052541169188ee00a5a6d39.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cf572bb10b6e27289b3dec89bf556ece.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b6bbf931319a93449ff6449a8c39b440.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7a2d5ac99240777c45e24677851d974e.jpg)

And

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9da948678e53a408f35c659f26178f29.jpg)

Can't wait to finally see these guys!!!!  Picked up the the pre-sale tickets yesterday  (http://yoursmiles.org/msmile/fun/m0111.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/m-fun.php)


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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 28, 2013, 02:14:18 pm
And over 5 different stores, I managed to get these matching retro green laguiole pieces

It was worth it - I'm green with envy :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on May 28, 2013, 02:16:15 pm
Maddy as usual you have made some lovely purchases.
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Post by: Halex on May 28, 2013, 02:16:59 pm
I ordered the Tandor oven today,, delivery next week ;D cant wait :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 28, 2013, 02:20:32 pm
I'm not surprised to see your post in this thread H :D
Can't wait to see what you cook in it.
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Post by: Halex on May 28, 2013, 02:23:15 pm
ES, nor canI, lol ;D
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Post by: Yvette on May 29, 2013, 12:23:44 am
Good buys Maddy  :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 29, 2013, 12:26:42 am
That retro cutlery looks amazing Maddy. well done

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Post by: obbie on May 29, 2013, 12:33:07 am
Great shopping Maddy
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Post by: Jamberie on May 29, 2013, 05:55:31 am
That's why you are the Queen of shopping!
I particularly admire your perseverance in finding the gorgeous cutlery!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 06:10:14 am
Quote from: Yvette on May 25, 2013, 04:10:22 am
And this(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/zyhy3e6e.jpg)

Yvette, have you used the knife yet? I'm looking for an electric knife to cut bread loaves. I'm very, very bad at cutting bread :(
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Post by: Yvette on May 29, 2013, 06:23:24 am
BZB this is a vac sealer not a knife  ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 06:30:03 am
Quote from: Yvette on May 29, 2013, 06:23:24 am
BZB this is a vac sealer not a knife  ;D

Ok. I need to get my eyes checked  :-)) >:(
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 29, 2013, 06:44:41 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 06:30:03 am
Quote from: Yvette on May 29, 2013, 06:23:24 am
BZB this is a vac sealer not a knife  ;D

Ok. I need to get my eyes checked  :-)) >:(

;D;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 29, 2013, 07:22:49 am
We use an electric knife to cut our bread. It makes it so much easier. It is one I inherited from Mum.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 07:52:49 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 29, 2013, 07:22:49 am
We use an electric knife to cut our bread. It makes it so much easier. It is one I inherited from Mum.

I need to go SHOPPING!!!

:) :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 29, 2013, 08:20:30 am
I have an electric knife had it for 17yrs and never thought to use it to cut my bread::)
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Post by: Jamberie on May 29, 2013, 08:24:31 am
Yes, we use our electric knife for bread too, it is great for getting thin slices.
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Post by: mcmich on May 29, 2013, 09:02:26 am
I use an electric knife for cutting bread too. I just have an old brown and beige one that was a wedding present 33 years ago.
A Sunbeam and still good as new.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on May 29, 2013, 09:06:06 am
me too . . . didn't even have one  - then  I saw Uni cutting bread with one - lightbulb moment!!  Now I have one . .!!   ;D ;D  (Thank you, Uni!!!  :-* :-*)

Edited: The Breville just died!!! so now certainly not recommended on that note - it didn't last long at all and very disappointed.  It seems the older ones are much better quality . .  any suggestions anyone?
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Post by: obbie on May 29, 2013, 10:13:55 am
my electric knife must be 25 years old.... ;D
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Post by: astarra on May 29, 2013, 10:18:21 am
We also got an electric knife for a wedding present....... :D
But I don't use it for bread (or anything else for that matter) - it only gets used when my mum comes to visit as she uses hers for about everything.  :)
For bread I use one of our bread knives, by hand. Love how it doesn't squash freshly baked bread!!  :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 29, 2013, 11:03:04 am
I don't like my electric knife. I prefer cutting bread with my grandmother's bread knife. My mum has the same bread knife too, but she has broken the tip off hers. >:(
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 29, 2013, 11:23:34 am
I have one of these for cutting bread,it's brilliant,Appalachain Bow Saw Bread Knife (http://www.extrasharpknife.com/product/141-8776053). A present from the US.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 29, 2013, 11:24:48 am
looks great cc does it do a good job?
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Post by: judydawn on May 29, 2013, 11:31:18 am
What a strange looking knife CC.  I can't work out if it's cutting a slice off the bread or roll or cutting through the centre of it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 29, 2013, 11:43:33 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on May 29, 2013, 11:24:48 am
looks great cc does it do a good job?
It does a great job Suzanne but it's extremely sharp.

Quote from: judydawn on May 29, 2013, 11:31:18 am
What a strange looking knife CC.  I can't work out if it's cutting a slice off the bread or roll or cutting through the centre of it.
It's great for slicing all breads Judy.You can only slice to a certain width so you couldn't cut a loaf in half with it.

I might suggest to DH that he could make some for presents for Christmas ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 29, 2013, 11:47:41 am
Thanks cc probably not a good idea for me then I have a tendency to cut myself with sharp knives::)::)
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Post by: Debbiebillg on May 29, 2013, 01:32:26 pm
My girlfriend has one of these signs at her front door, my DH's job tomorrow is to put this up at the front door. I loooooovveeee it. So true with 3 little boys (plus one big one) in the house.

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Post by: astarra on May 29, 2013, 01:33:38 pm
That Appalachain knife is the same as my bread knife!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 29, 2013, 01:36:12 pm
Quote from: astarra on May 29, 2013, 01:33:38 pm
That Appalachain knife is the same as my bread knife!
Yay!! Do you like using it Astarra ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 03:16:12 pm
Quote from: goldfish on May 29, 2013, 09:06:06 am
me too . . . didn't even have one  - then  I saw Uni cutting bread with one - lightbulb moment!!  Now I have one . .!!  from www.appliancesonline.com.au   ;D ;D  (Thank you, Uni!!!  :-* :-*)

Gf, did you get a Breville Ezy Carve Electric Knife BEK5? That's the only knife on Appliances Online at the moment. It didn't get good feedback in Product Review :(

But perhaps you have a more positive experience?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 29, 2013, 09:10:07 pm
Am sorry to report that I didn't get a chance to buy anything in Paris  ??? so that means I have to go back next year due to unfinished business  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 29, 2013, 09:27:42 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on May 29, 2013, 09:10:07 pm
Am sorry to report that I didn't get a chance to buy anything in Paris  ??? so that means I have to go back next year due to unfinished business  ;D

That is so sad  CO. I feel your pain.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 29, 2013, 09:35:55 pm
 ;D it doesn't worry me particularly Gretch, but I do need to take some presents home. DD2 birthday today and I said I would buy something while I'm away ie. the pressures on.
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Post by: obbie on May 29, 2013, 09:52:58 pm
Hi CP,   Buy something at the airport..
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 29, 2013, 09:55:49 pm
I was going to buy some Chanel madamoiselle but I already have a new 250ml bottle, and also kept in mind frozzie saying not much difference in price. I'm sure I will find something  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 29, 2013, 10:27:17 pm
I love airport shopping. Always nice and shiny new stuff. How about some quality lippys .

Gert
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Post by: Halex on May 29, 2013, 10:55:00 pm
Cream Puff you didnt buy anything ??? :o :o
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Post by: Wonder on May 29, 2013, 10:55:25 pm
CC we ave the same knife. There is a place in Australia called Dow food and hand forged tools that makes them. We used ours a few times but we are pretty good at cutting bread with a standard bread knife so don't worry about it these days. Not sure if its even still in the cupboard.


http://www.slowfoodandhandforgedtools.com.au (http://www.slowfoodandhandforgedtools.com.au)
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Post by: jo_nz on May 29, 2013, 11:00:10 pm
I covet one of those knives.  A family friend has had one for years, and I always eye it up.  There's a guy who makes them and sometimes sells them at various markets, but I haven't seen him in a while.  I wish I'd got one last time I saw him, but I was so indecisive - I'm a leftie and DH a rightie, so couldn't decide whether to buy left or get a dual blade one... One day...
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Post by: astarra on May 29, 2013, 11:07:42 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on May 29, 2013, 01:36:12 pm
Quote from: astarra on May 29, 2013, 01:33:38 pm
That Appalachain knife is the same as my bread knife!
Yay!! Do you like using it Astarra ;D

Yep, I love it!!  ;D ;D

It also makes the perfect cubes of cheese and bacon bread (bun recipe but sqashed flat into a tin and then topped and cooked as per recipe)  - with visitors love, looks really cool!!!
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Post by: goldfish on May 29, 2013, 11:15:47 pm
Quote from: BeezeeBee on May 29, 2013, 03:16:12 pm

Gf, did you get a Breville Ezy Carve Electric Knife BEK5? That's the only knife on Appliances Online at the moment. It didn't get good feedback in Product Review :(

But perhaps you have a more positive experience?


Hii BZB - no it didn't get that reviewer's nod of approval  . . but I went ahead anyway. When I first used it it was fine.  I hadn't had it out for a while so your post nudged me to get it out and see how it went.  It died!!!  I've tried to steer clear of things that are made you-know-where - cheap copies and poor workmanship - but I caved in this time.  So, I've edited my previous post as I'd hate to think anyone bought this on my recommendation.  Thanks for the nudge BZB - I'd have been really cheesed off if I'd gone to use it when it was really needed and this happened . . . . >:(

Is there a brand that people can recommend?

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Post by: Halex on May 29, 2013, 11:22:42 pm
Well I got a call yesterday regarding my electric pc, finally they have stock, so can swap mine over, so off to Balcatta today :)

It was only last September that it was agreed Imcoukd have a replacement.

 :)
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Post by: maddy on May 30, 2013, 01:28:04 am
Well I am resting my credit card for the week  :)
My  quest to find the final green laguiole pieces is now complete!
I spotted the matching green cheese forks & cheese clever online....from "Sabato" in NZ.....unfortunately they don't ship to Australia, but I begged and asked nicely with 1000 cherries on top  :P Success  :)

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....I can now sleep tonight  LOL

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Post by: obbie on May 30, 2013, 02:36:18 am
Great buys Maddy
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Post by: Halex on May 30, 2013, 03:45:58 am
My new electric pc, which has a steaming basket & new functions, slow cooking.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 30, 2013, 03:49:44 am
Maddy it must have been the cherries on top that did it!

Hally it is good to hear nice things do happen for consumers. Have fun with your 'new' purchase.
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Post by: Halex on May 30, 2013, 03:58:45 am
Yes afree upgrade. I have it on. Ringing water to pressure, fingers crossed :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 30, 2013, 04:38:44 am
I really do try to stay away from this thread but I had to come back as I posted this in  the IPad Tips and Tricks Thread.

Posted on: Today at 06:10:47 Posted by: Gertbysea
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Yes you are right . I ordered them as soon as I saw them in Helene's shop ( I think it was the first day because nobody had mentioned them yet…. I  wanted to be the first to have one in Australia so I kept mum about it .)… I ordered some for myself and think  they will arrive in the next few days. Maybe today. I wanted this Kribbitt so bad so PM'd Helene to ask if they were as good as and she said it was the very best she had ever seen. I have bought two hopeless useless stands in the past and this one looks amazing.
 
This is a brand new product just invented so no one will know about it. It looks so versatile and can be used for every device. I also,like that it is a local product in Canada made by a known inventor and not a Chinese knockoff with crap manufacturing. This guy makes each one himself and he made it for his children so it must be solid and something young and old can use easily. It is flexible so you would be able to type at your best angle plus it does not move when you type due to the non something or other rubber like stuff covering the hard wire something. Anyway when I get my three I will but a pic here.  If it is as good as then I will order two more for gifts because everyone I know with a iPad, iPad mini or  reader will want it so if I were you I would order two now so you have it when you get home.

Yes the mini recharges much faster and is great for the handbag for travelling and for shopping when you are out. Easier to type on than the phone but I love my iPad at home for business stuff  and for watching missed  TV shows in bed.  I love that this stand will make it hands free as I really get tired holding it as I do with my Kindle. Hard to grab that glass of wine while watching a show and reaching out!.

Not mentioning it on the shopping thread because those crazy girls might empty the shop when they  see it. I have watched all the VDO's on You Tube and have read all the stuff I could find on Kribbitt  man Paul and  really want him to succeed . It is really a clever thing. Helene told me she has met him, likes him and that is good enough for me. Also I think he is charity minded as well so it is nice to give him support

Well they arrived today and they Are everything Helen's said they were plus plus. So ordered another two.

You have to go to  http://thermomix.superkitchenmachine.com/pages/ipad-stand-kitchen-video

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 30, 2013, 04:50:41 am
Here are the three.

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After reading the instructions I opened the thing. Because of the way they are flat packed you have to stand it up and press the feet to the table to get the feet right to lose any wobble. Easy as. DH did his without  reading the

The beauty of this thing is that it is totally stable and you can press hard plus push hard and won't move. Great for typing. Very flexible and you can move it to any angle. Can't wait to use it on the side of the bath.

I even had it on my hand upside down. I am confident in this thing never letting go of my iPads or kindle.
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I am glad I ordered my five before it is discovered. Greedy I am. Don't think she will run out but you never know. Got here in about 10 days.

Love it to bits. Best IPad gadget I have ever seen or bought.

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Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 30, 2013, 05:01:33 am
Gert, looks great. I saw them yesterday, when looking at Helene's blog :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 30, 2013, 05:29:22 am
Hally, is that the same brand you originally bought or did they replace it with something better?
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Post by: cookie1 on May 30, 2013, 09:18:11 am
Gert I also looked at it and thought seriously about it.
I like the look of yours all set up. I haven't bought a stand for mine as I don't want to knock it and have it fall and break  thanks for the information.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 30, 2013, 09:47:10 am
Cookie you can actually push the thing hard and it won't move.  I am typing on my knee with two hands which is a  bonus. Today I took my Kribbitt and mini out for a trial shopping and I rested it on my handbag in the shopping trolly and was able to use two hands to type some stuff and search the forum for ingredients while I did my shopping . Don't know what the coating is made of. Looks like rubber  not like plastic and feels sort , of like a wet suit.  You can move the feet and cradle bits to suit not easily but it does move. Makes it really tight and really confident it will hold. Because of the design I think you could drop it and it it landed on it,s back or front  it would be ok. The edges of the iPad not so much but that is typical. I am leaving mine in their protective s covers anyway so feel very secure  all around. This would,be a good thing for small children and teenagers who are careless not to mention old farts like DH and me.

I would love to know how Helene found this thing and if she knew the inventor first.
Gert.
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Post by: Halex on May 30, 2013, 09:54:29 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 30, 2013, 05:29:22 am
Hally, is that the same brand you originally bought or did they replace it with something better?

Yes dame brand JD, Just an updated version :)
Worked well today :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 30, 2013, 10:29:59 am
Lovely iPad stand Gert.
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Post by: Wonder on May 30, 2013, 11:53:29 am
I bought one of the ipad stands today after seeing Gerts earlier posts. Can't wait to try it out.
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Post by: Wonder on May 31, 2013, 01:52:20 am
Some more online shopping today while I'm meant to be working.

DD wanted the retro makeup book for her VCE folio which she is doing on 1950's print and while I was there thought I would buy the small pressure cooker I've been wanting for quite a while - the Kuhn rikon 2.5 ltr.

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Post by: jeninwa on May 31, 2013, 02:44:28 am
Wonder where did you get the small pressure cooker from? that looks just what I have been looking for to use on our yacht.
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Post by: Wonder on May 31, 2013, 03:13:18 am
Jeninwa, I bought it online through Amazon. I've seen small ones through the pressurecooking website based out of Perth but I was really after a frypan type and couldn't get exactly what I was after in a price range and quality I was happy with. There are a couple of good sets which have the frypan size and a bigger one but as I've already got a large silit stovetop model and the 5 in 1 I didn't want another large one.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 31, 2013, 03:19:41 am
What will you use the small one for?
I'm excited as I just checked the Aust Post website, and my POK order is on board with the driver for delivery today. Luckily for me, I am home today with sick kids and so will be home to receive the delivery (provided that the driver can battle the rain :o)
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Post by: Halex on May 31, 2013, 03:35:46 am
ES Excitement plus :)
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Post by: Wonder on May 31, 2013, 03:36:53 am
ES I'm planning on mainly using for vegetables, rice, pilafs and risotto. I'm really looking forward to cooking the veggies or rice at the same time as the casserole or whatever I'm cooking in the bigger one.  I also quite often make smaller amounts and get annoyed that the sides on my others are so high making it difficult to reduce sauces.
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Post by: stacelee on May 31, 2013, 04:00:49 am
Jen,

Have a look at some of the Indian food shops (ie where you get spices etc.) They may have the smaller pressure cookers, I know that Global Trading here in Underwood often have the smaller ones.

I am officially freezing my credit cards...and not coming on here any more....I've given in to the urge at Peter's and bought a new emile henry lasagne dish on sale as mine are too small and always overflowing...that led to a few other purchases there including the spice bags and soup socks that I love and some gardening gloves and some scrubbing gloves that I couldn't resist.  I also had a credit with Thinkgeek which was just waiting to be spent so there are some more geeky t-shirts and gadgets that are on their way to me (I really should be buying winter clothes since my wardrobe is empty but that's what jackets were invented for...there is a downside to losing weight!)
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Post by: Debbiebillg on May 31, 2013, 04:17:46 am
Stacelee, That's my local Indian store too ......... love it there ! Was talking to the lady that's always there yesterday and she was saying it's nowhere near as busy as they used to be. Too much competition now ......... hope they stay there though !
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2013, 05:00:27 am
So you think we could get the moderators to block us from this thread?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2013, 05:02:20 am
Hally there is a Two Tea or T Two  shop opening in Cairns. should I go there?

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on May 31, 2013, 05:19:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 31, 2013, 05:02:20 am
Hally there is a Two Tea or T Two  shop opening in Cairns. should I go there?

Gert

Yes.
That is all.
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Post by: Wonder on May 31, 2013, 05:40:51 am
Staclee, I did look at the ones at the Indian shop but they all seem to only have a single pressure and to be honest I really like the look of the Kuhn  ;D
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Post by: Halex on May 31, 2013, 06:34:59 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 31, 2013, 05:02:20 am
Hally there is a Two Tea or T Two  shop opening in Cairns. should I go there?

Gert

Oh boy yes Gert, they have actually just realeased the first flush again of the very expensive  Darjeeling, i tossed up between it or a bottle of vueve, veuve won, cheaper by the weight you calculated.

 :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 31, 2013, 06:42:13 am
Stacelee, I agree. Look what happened to me all because mum wanted a $4 vegetable peeler. Very excited that my order arrived today as I need some of these items as birthday pressies over the weekend :))
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Post by: Halex on May 31, 2013, 06:59:04 am
ES, great shopping, bet it cost more than $4 :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2013, 07:13:58 am
I love POK . Now you have to get rid of the worms.

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on May 31, 2013, 07:53:06 am
T2 is deadly for me.  We are up to 36 different teas....I drink probably four or five different ones a day although arctic fire, chilli kiss, Madagascan vanilla and really Russian caravan are my favourite.  We are drinking lots of tea at the moment as our nespresso machine has gone back for its third repair.  It's actually damaged our bench top so apparently it is being referred to Europe. :(. It's greatly missed.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 31, 2013, 08:07:24 am
I'm another lover of T2. We have about 12 or so in the cupboard. I love my coffee too
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Post by: Emme on May 31, 2013, 08:08:13 am
ES. some great buys there  ;D

Does the tea shop sell online?

Marie
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Post by: goldfish on May 31, 2013, 08:12:03 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 31, 2013, 08:07:24 am
I'm another lover of T2. We have about 12 or so in the cupboard. I love my coffee too

It's amazing how those T2 boxes breed like rabbits in the cupboard!! :o :o ;D ;D ;D

Marie - you could try here . . . http://www.gourmetgroceronline.com.au/T2%20Tea
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Post by: Emme on May 31, 2013, 08:17:04 am
Thanks GF,  here I go again.   :D ;D I knew I shouldn't have looked at this thread. No will power at all. :D ;D

Marie
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Post by: Halex on May 31, 2013, 09:56:07 am
I have really russian every morning in bed, wont get up until I have had my cuppa :)
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Post by: andiesenji on June 01, 2013, 03:39:44 am
I have LOTS of teas.  Some friends have accused me of being a "tea junkie" because I have so many.

At present I have 35 teas from The Republic of Tea plus numerous others from other vendors.  RoT are my favorites although Adagio Teas are a close second.

My tea "collection" (http://www.asenjigalblogs.com/collecting-vintage-kitchen-gadgets-cookware-appliances/collecting-teapots-and-tea-paraphanalia/tea-paraphanalia-2/) pictured about 15 months ago - I have added to it since then.

While I usually drink coffee first thing in the mornings, later in the day and evening I drink tea, hot - rarely I may have iced tea but to me much of the flavor is lost with chilling.
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Post by: Emme on June 01, 2013, 03:46:37 am
Love the collection Andi, especially those caddies.  I broke the one I had for over 20 years when I accidentally dropped it and the lid broke off at the hinge.  Bought in France it had a plastic part around the hinge and that broke.  Will have to look for another one.

Marie
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Post by: mrsb on June 01, 2013, 04:04:13 am
Every time I go to Sydney I'm in T2. Can hardly wait until it opens in Cairns. I hope I'm not in there every weekend. I have enough different teas and not enough time to drink it all. I'm disappointed they didn't make the café with it. I wanted to buy the franchise, but obviously someone beat me to it.

I was just looking at houses for sale in cairns and a picture of a kitchen, low and behold had a thermomix. Funny seeing them around. I went into a café the other day and you can see through the door to the kitchen and sure enough a thermomix sitting on the bench.
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Post by: jeninwa on June 01, 2013, 04:24:08 am
Thanks wonder and stacelee not in any rush to buy the pressure cooker as our big trip away isn't till next year.
Will have a look at the Indian shop today as I am going there any way, to get some ingredients for the butter chicken. And wait till I hear what you think of yours wonder when it arrives.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 04:51:59 am
Quote from: mrsbonetti on June 01, 2013, 04:04:13 am
Every time I go to Sydney I'm in T2. Can hardly wait until it opens in Cairns. I hope I'm not in there every weekend. I have enough different teas and not enough time to drink it all. I'm disappointed they didn't make the café with it. I wanted to buy the franchise, but obviously someone beat me to it.

I was just looking at houses for sale in cairns and a picture of a kitchen, low and behold had a thermomix. Funny seeing them around. I went into a café the other day and you can see through the door to the kitchen and sure enough a thermomix sitting on the bench.

I always look at  the kitchens in the property section to spot a TMX MB . Leon at WinkII has a Thermomix. . Tell me which cafe had one? Nice to know a place where you know there is someone cooking who knows what they are talking about. Sounds like I may have to visit the T2 shop when it opens.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on June 01, 2013, 05:42:08 am
After reading and then writing about tea, I had to have some.

Using my TeaMate - the best automatic tea brewer ever.  It was only sold in the U.S. for three years in the later 1990s.  Apparently people thought it was too expensive.
I saw an ad for it in the Tea Magazine and of course just had to have one.  I liked it so well that I bought a second one as a backup.

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Post by: courton on June 01, 2013, 05:52:10 am
How long do tea leaves remain fresh? I was given some very expensive green tea leaves which is about 2 years old!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2013, 06:25:36 am
Each weekend when DD and I meet for coffee we have a wander into T2 and tast e everything. She texted a while ago and had bought a heap of tea this morning.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 06:44:12 am
Can you taste in all the T 2 shops?

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on June 01, 2013, 06:46:32 am
The ones I've been in you can, Gert.... It's usually.. You taste it and 9/10 times you'll buy it!! LOL
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 07:03:38 am
I knew I shouldn't come back to this thread.

gert
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Post by: stacelee on June 01, 2013, 07:30:44 am
Its a dangerous shop.  I walked in to buy more Chilli Kiss today and walked out with that and a new travel mug to add to the numerous ones I already have...I was bribed by them filling it with hot arctic fire tea for me...what can I say....it's a cold day and it was purple.

We also bought a new treadmill today....not sure whether to be happy about that one....
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Post by: mrsb on June 01, 2013, 08:46:26 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 04:51:59 am
Quote from: mrsbonetti on June 01, 2013, 04:04:13 am
Every time I go to Sydney I'm in T2. Can hardly wait until it opens in Cairns. I hope I'm not in there every weekend. I have enough different teas and not enough time to drink it all. I'm disappointed they didn't make the café with it. I wanted to buy the franchise, but obviously someone beat me to it.

I was just looking at houses for sale in cairns and a picture of a kitchen, low and behold had a thermomix. Funny seeing them around. I went into a café the other day and you can see through the door to the kitchen and sure enough a thermomix sitting on the bench.

I always look at  the kitchens in the property section to spot a TMX MB . Leon at WinkII has a Thermomix. . Tell me which cafe had one? Nice to know a place where you know there is someone cooking who knows what they are talking about. Sounds like I may have to visit the T2 shop when it opens.

Gert
I can't remember exactly Gert, but it's in city place and I think it's bewitched or something? Next to Rockmans.

No wonder I loved my garlic mash potato at Wink, didn't realise Leon had one. But it makes sense now. His food is very nice but he doesn't often change the menu so we haven't been for a while.

Definitely go into T2. You will be able to taste and try different teas. They usually have a few different teas to try everyday. The cafés are really nice and it would have been perfect to open one in central but the shop is too small to have both I imagine.

Gert, did you buy a spatula from super kitchen machine website as well? If so, was it any good? I imagine it would be? Just trying to decide if I should get one or not and the tablet holder. I'm just using my trusty Tupperware spatula at the moment which does the job pretty good.
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Post by: Brumington on June 01, 2013, 08:53:57 am
And now I NEED really expensive T2 tea! I should NEVER come here!
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Post by: goldfish on June 01, 2013, 08:58:05 am
LOL .. Take a number and join the queue,  Brumington!! LOL I think we're all there!!!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 09:08:24 am
MB you really need to buy at least two of the Spatulas from SuperKitchen machine. I have had mine since she started selling them and then I bought more for gifts. I think I may have five  now. They are brilliant. So is the little brush.  I should have asked for another  two brushes  with my Kribbitts and maybe she could have popped them in the bag for the same mailing price. I think she has the weights tightened down due to shipping costs and sells things as cheap as she can without going broke! She just loves the Thermomix and people who love it.

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on June 01, 2013, 09:56:26 am
I thought the T2 tea was really expensive until I worked out how much I was spending on diet soft drinks.  The teas have been really helpful as my treats while I was losing weight and are a heap healthier than diet soft drinks.  When you REALLY need a chocolate hit, you can't go past Creamy Choc Chai although the Terrific Toffee and Creme Brulee teas are too sweet for me...my daughter loves them.  Madagascan Vanilla is a great substitute for a cake hit.  I keep meaning to work out how many cups you get to a box but its quite a few. 

My biggest problem with T2 is the cute cups and accessories that they get in.  A few months ago an owl tea cosy just had to come home with me and a rainbow tea cozy accidentally fell in my shopping bag on Mother's day.  I've also brought home way too many tea cups.  They have the most gorgeous bright oversized cups and saucers at the moment but I've run out of room to put them and I already have a bright red and a bright purple one from a year ago.

To Kribbitt or not to Kribbitt????? That is the question :P
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Post by: goldfish on June 01, 2013, 10:08:43 am
Stacelee...Ask not what you can do for Kribbitt, but what Kribbitt can do for you!!  ;)

From what I can see, if you use an iPad etc you probably can't do without one of these....
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 01, 2013, 10:57:56 am
DH surprised me with an ipad as an early birthday present today (doing a happy dance). Off to buy a kribbit or two. Thanks Gert for sharing.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 11:19:54 am
Well I am writing this from the bath with the iPad sitting in the Kribbitt on the side of the bath. Totally secure. I think I might buy one of those thingys that sits  across the tub so I can rest the Kribbitt on it or really my Kindle so I don't have to hold it.

When you girls receive your Kribbitts I am I interested  to know if I am crazy in love with the Kribbitt  for no reason or is it really the best gadget  ever. If Helene could afford to give them away I think she would. Probably Canadian Post is the winner .

Gert

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Post by: Brumington on June 01, 2013, 11:34:47 am
I need a kribbit too!!!!!!!!
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 01, 2013, 12:22:42 pm
Gert I you are not the only crazy one. I watched the video and just had to have one. Bought one for my sister too. It seems awesome and I can't wait for it to arrive.

DH made a timber bath table for the boys to put toys on. Easy to make but sooo dear to buy a good one. Sorry about the poor photo. I had to crop two nudey boys out of it ;D

Enjoy your bath :) (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/01/davutusa.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2013, 12:35:14 pm
Kimmy you will love the iPad. 
I love the bath thing a ma jig. Clever DH.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 01:12:30 pm
Kimmyh if your DH wants to sell that thing I will be the first to buy one.

Gert
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Post by: mrsb on June 01, 2013, 01:22:41 pm
What colour should I get? I'm not good at making decisions...   :-))

The green stands out and I like it, pink is favourite colour, black will suit the black Samsung tablet and there is a 'new' frosty colour that looks nice too. Oh my....
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Post by: judydawn on June 01, 2013, 02:07:52 pm
Go for your favourite colour mrsb - there, does that help LOL. Sometimes we just need someone to make the decision for us.
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Post by: andiesenji on June 01, 2013, 04:33:58 pm
Quote from: courton on June 01, 2013, 05:52:10 am
How long do tea leaves remain fresh? I was given some very expensive green tea leaves which is about 2 years old!

The black and oolong teas will keep for a long time - some teas are intentionally aged - as long as they are not exposed to damp or very high heat.  I have some Assam teas, very malty, sweet with a chestnut flavor, that I have had for eight or nine years.  A friend who was visiting India sent me TWO POUNDS and I have kept it in a large tea caddy that seals snugly. 
I have very sensitive taste and have noticed no appreciable loss of flavor. 

Green teas do oxidize with time but I have some five-year-old gunpowder that still has excellent flavor. 

I have been told that with some of the white teas they are purposely aged for ten to twenty years before being sold and some tea fanciers will buy an entire crop of the rarest and keep them until "properly" aged. 

I have belonged to TeaMail for many years and was also a member of a now defunct online tea association that started with user groups and Compuserv  when the "internet" was still in its infancy.

When you ask a question on one of the groups, you will get as many answers as there are active members and everyone has an opinion, as it should be.  I have always held to the idea that it should be PERSONAL preference that determines what you drink and how you drink it.

Twenty years ago I remember when one of the discussions was about adding milk to tea and the  MIF vs. MIL (milk in first or milk in last)  got rather hot and heavy. 
The thing is that my great grandmother, a very "proper" Victorian lady,  always wanted the milk in first and said it was to protect her antique bone china cups.  One of my aunts, who grew up in the 1920s, considered that terrible and insisted on milk in last.  However, as my great grandmother was pretty much the boss, until her death in 1949, guess how tea was served when she was sitting at the table....  (She was almost 105 when she died - born in 1844 and still had all her mental faculties.)
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Post by: courton on June 01, 2013, 11:33:47 pm
Thank you so much for the advice. It is a very special tea and I would have hated to throw it away.
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 02, 2013, 04:36:36 am
Yesterday I bought a new washing machine.  I was not really happy about it.  The old one was still working fine but the indicator bezal that engaged into the timer broke. A $5 part that is no longer available.

We got another front loader, a 7kg Beko. IT was Choice's number 3 pick behind 2 Akso machines and about 1/2 the price.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 02, 2013, 05:41:03 am
All for the sake of a $5 part!
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Post by: mrsb on June 02, 2013, 06:53:41 am
I'd be annoyed too DD.

Andiesenji, you have a wealth of knowledge. Very interesting, especially about the milk.

I ended up buying the new 'frosty' colour along with the thermolover kit that has two spatulas, two scrubbers and two brushes. Can hardly wait til they arrive. How long am I going to have to wait Gert?

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Post by: gertbysea on June 02, 2013, 07:12:51 am
Quote from: mrsbonetti on June 02, 2013, 06:53:41 am
I'd be annoyed too DD.

Andiesenji, you have a wealth of knowledge. Very interesting, especially about the milk.

I ended up buying the new 'frosty' colour along with the thermolover kit that has two spatulas, two scrubbers and two brushes. Can hardly wait til they arrive. How long am I going to have to wait Gert?



Probably no more than  15 days.. She is pretty efficient at getting them out. It is the PO. That is slack.  You are gunna love the spatula as well as the Kribbitt which is amazing.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 02, 2013, 12:10:59 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 01, 2013, 01:12:30 pm
Kimmyh if your DH wants to sell that thing I will be the first to buy one.

Gert
Thanks Gert, I will tell him. He will smile indeed. And to think I keep telling him not to give up his day job!
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Post by: mcmich on June 02, 2013, 09:53:39 pm
That is so annoying DD.  >:(

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Post by: maddy on June 04, 2013, 05:40:38 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b9e8f7b20a87227f2c72a56f2a87c87a.jpg)

I've hunted high & low in store here, since Jo NZ posted about them....no luck so just ordered online.  Great  for the lunch boxes I think.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/764c79d9c18441cdbec60dc401c40514.jpg)

....think I've exhausted this subject matter...but what's another book gonna hurt?  :P

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Bought another 300 sticks...used the last 80 sticks teaching DS cooking class how to make cake pops....they did so well, and only 5 balls fell into the chocolate pot  :)...I was expecting more casualties  ;)
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Post by: medusa on June 04, 2013, 06:03:00 am
Mandy where did you get the lunch box snack containers
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Post by: goldfish on June 04, 2013, 06:08:34 am
Medusa, if you just google Fuel Snack 'n Dip containers  that should bring up a number of suppliers . . .
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Post by: Halex on June 04, 2013, 06:09:08 am
Maddy love the book :)
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Post by: stacelee on June 04, 2013, 06:23:26 am
The Snack N Dip containers are actually brought in by Donaldsons.  They may be able to tell you if any "Bricks and Mortar"...ie. physical stores sell them.  Robins Kitchen handle quite a lot of Donaldson's products, Myers and DJ's do their stuff as well...actually most kitchenware shops have a least a few Donaldson products but I'm not sure how much....there are a lot of people like ourselves who only stock what is relevant to them.
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Post by: maddy on June 04, 2013, 07:06:29 am
Quote from: medusa on June 04, 2013, 06:03:00 am
Mandy where did you get the lunch box snack containers

through happy tummies  http://www.happytummies.com.au/product/product/kitchenware/other-fun-stuff?product_id=124
$6.60 each & $9.95 flat postage...I bought 3 of them, but check out their other products....some cool stuff there.

P.S.....I also bought something for Secret Santa already  :P  naturally, can't post what it is....but will post links after we do it....I think a few of you may want one  ;)

also had to visit school uniform shop for DS....$266 later  :-))  If your boy plays football every lunch time....their uniforms get trashed!!!!

Quote from: Halex on June 04, 2013, 06:09:08 am
Maddy love the book :)

the pics were too cute....couldn't resist it  8)



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Post by: goldfish on June 04, 2013, 07:30:25 am
Quote from: maddy on June 04, 2013, 07:06:29 am

  ...but will post links after we do it....I think a few of you may want one  ;)


 oh Maddy!!!. . .  and here we go . . !!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

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Post by: Emme on June 04, 2013, 08:11:54 am
Quote from: goldfish on June 04, 2013, 07:30:25 am
Quote from: maddy on June 04, 2013, 07:06:29 am

  ...but will post links after we do it....I think a few of you may want one  ;)


 oh Maddy!!!. . .  and here we go . . !!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Oh gee, just when I thought it was safe to come back here  :D ;D


Marie
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Post by: goldfish on June 04, 2013, 08:22:12 am
;D;D.... Kind of reminds you of that line on the movie, Jaws 2....Just when you thought it was safe to go back inthe water......!!!
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Post by: jo_nz on June 04, 2013, 09:52:33 am
Nice snack/dip containers Maddy  ;)
I've been hunting for one or two more since I got my two - we all want to take one. But no luck here yet.

I'm intrigued about the ss shopping...I have an idea or two but nothing bought yet...
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 04, 2013, 11:05:59 am
Great buys Maddy and I am getting in first.......will you please, please, please be MY secret Santa ??? ;) ;D
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on June 04, 2013, 11:17:39 am
I agree with all the gourmet tea lovers, T2 is my fav shop. I bought a can of Buddhas Pearls and just love them, expensive to buy but you only use three pearls per infuser and then reuse them about 3-4 times. so refreshing and no need for any milk or sugar as it is such a simple and clean taste.
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Post by: obbie on June 04, 2013, 09:40:26 pm
Maddy the Queen of shopping,

SS already... :)
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Post by: maddy on June 05, 2013, 12:29:24 am
Quote from: obbie on June 04, 2013, 09:40:26 pm
Maddy the Queen of shopping,

SS already... :)

.....only because I stumbled across this "thing" whilst looking for something else...had to grab it when I spotted it  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 12:35:20 am
Finally had to do it.  Myer sale.

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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2013, 12:41:03 am
That was quick Gretchen, we were only talking about them yesterday!!

Great spotting maddy, we have to keep our eyes open for something different - Christmas will be upon us before we know it.
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Post by: maddy on June 05, 2013, 12:46:59 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 05, 2013, 12:41:03 am
Great spotting maddy, we have to keep our eyes open for something different - Christmas will be upon us before we know it.

Too true Judy!

Enjoy Gert  8)
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Post by: goldfish on June 05, 2013, 12:49:53 am
Good buy, Gert!!!  ;)
Love slow cookers! ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 12:52:57 am
Had to do it as it was so cheap. Also bought some new Sheridan ultra light towels. 40% off.

Have beef cheeks in freezer.


Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2013, 01:33:41 am
Love slow cookers Gert. :)
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Post by: astarra on June 05, 2013, 01:39:00 am
You won't regret buying a slowcooker Gert.  :)  Love love mine, the poor thing cost me $30 4.5years ago, gets used generally about 4 times/week, and it is still going strong! An essential part of my kitchen!  :D

As for SS - I got something in the mother's day sales rto put aside for SS  :-[  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 01:42:27 am
Well I usually do my slow cooking in the oven but started thinking that the slow cooker might be cheaper to run that the over for several hours.  Now I have to learn how to use it.

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 05, 2013, 02:08:42 am
Arrrrgh....I want to go shopping too!! :D Love the snack boxes, Maddy. Gert, I've got my slow cooker sitting in the cupboard looking very forlorn. Please share your wisdom as you learn how to use your slow cooker :)
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Post by: maddy on June 05, 2013, 02:31:25 am
Did we have a thread for slow cooker recipes some where here?
BZB...drag it out!!  I love cooking lamb legs in the slow cooker....house smells fantastic for hours  8)
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2013, 02:38:43 am
We have a discussion here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5535.0) with some recipes and links to recipes and we also have some in the non-Thermomix recipe thread maddy.
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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 02:59:39 am
Have fun with your new toy Gert  :)
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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2013, 03:39:55 am
beezeebee, there are some great slow cooker sites, and a whole collection of recipes on taste.com.au

I love mine, its huge and so easy.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 03:45:21 am
Oh goody. I am just looking at the directions now. I am sure I will find a lot of  recipes .


Gert
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Post by: goldfish on June 05, 2013, 04:13:53 am
wow! how tempted am I???    3 x mini cast iron pots . . .

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3x-Mini-Casserole-Dish-Cast-Iron-Oval-Lid-Bakeware-MODA-Provence-125mm-/271170301866#vi-content
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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 04:32:55 am
Oh well GF you might as well they look nice  :)
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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 04:34:10 am
Gert just remember slow cookers don't need too much liquid. To cook a leg of lamb half a cup of water cook on slow for 8 hours  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 04:50:47 am
After reading the book and some of the recipes provided I am disappointed. I thought you just chucked it all in but this book says to brown the meat, then the vegetables etc.  if I wanted to be bothered using a fry pan and the slow cooker  I would not have bothered.

There must be better  recipes so now looking on web.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 04:51:53 am
Gert I dont brown anything you can but I usually chuck it in, especially chicken
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2013, 04:52:48 am
The browning is for extra flavour Gretchen, you can skip that step in a lot of the recipes. I think the recipe books which come with these appliances are pretty poor.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 04:55:11 am
Thanks for the advice Yvette.  Some of the recipes in the booklet have lots of liquid and  then cornflour to thicken.  Boring.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 06:51:47 am
Just try something simple and see how it goes  :)
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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2013, 07:01:23 am
Gretchen, I never brown the meat first, and just throw things in.
don't put too much liquid in..



<a href="http://www.allrecipes.com.au/recipes/slow-cooker-recipes.aspx‎>

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Post by: Yvette on June 05, 2013, 07:11:20 am
Gert in the Non Thermomix Recipes there are several slow cooker recipes  :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 05, 2013, 07:13:40 am
Quote from: obbie on June 05, 2013, 03:39:55 am
beezeebee, there are some great slow cooker sites, and a whole collection of recipes on taste.com.au

I love mine, its huge and so easy.

Thx. Will do some research one of these days. After I get a better handle on my new shiny TMX :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 07:31:53 am
Thanks for all the help. Just prepped the beef cheeks for tomorrows effort.
Gert
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 05, 2013, 08:48:38 am
some more Victoria secret shopping arrived today;D;D;D, I am so excited to be going to a real store in august when we go to Singapore
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Post by: snappy on June 05, 2013, 09:12:26 am
Gert this is my favourite slow cooker meal.

http://www.thekitchn.com/my-favorite-dinner-party-dish-braised-beef-187180 (http://www.thekitchn.com/my-favorite-dinner-party-dish-braised-beef-187180)

I freeze the left overs and we have it stuffed into those massive pasta shells with some extra pasta sauce and covered in cheese.

I am on my third slow cooker and it's the 5 in1.  I love it because the pan has the browning feature so I do everything in the one pan now - brown, slow cooker and then reduce and thicken the sauce.  I would never buy a slow cooker without a browning feature now.
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Post by: snappy on June 05, 2013, 09:17:51 am
Forgot to add my shopping!

Bout this pyramid pan, supposed to help crisp food up in the oven

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/05/hy3utyjy.jpg)

And a couple of these Anna Gare containers - Cookie jar, sugar jar and I am now on the lookout for the tea jar.  I also got the matching oven mitt

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/05/2a4uvyja.jpg)

And a new circulon commercial frypan from Victorias basement on the weekend!
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 05, 2013, 09:22:15 am
snappy those jars are gorgeous;D;D
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Post by: goldfish on June 05, 2013, 09:57:59 am
I've been very good and not spent much so rescued this last copy on the supermarket shelf.
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A Delicious publication . . .Lovely looking menus from Turkey, Morocco,India, England, France, Spain, Italy, China, Vietnam, Thailand,  Cambodia, Australia, USA , and Mexico
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Post by: Jamberie on June 05, 2013, 11:06:21 am
I went to the Myer stocktake sale last night. I stayed well away from the kitchen/homewares level. DH got a suit for 40 percent off & some cute high top sneakers for DD :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 05, 2013, 12:40:53 pm
Gert chuck it all in and give it a stir. Hey presto.
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Post by: snappy on June 05, 2013, 12:42:44 pm
Just purchased some tickets for DS1 and I to go and see the Lion King musical in December.  😄😄😄

DS is going to be so excited when he finds out!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2013, 10:09:18 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 05, 2013, 12:40:53 pm
Gert chuck it all in and give it a stir. Hey presto.

That is what I am thinking. I bought. The Australian Woman's Weekly  Slow Cooker 3 on my iPad last night. Cost me 10 bucks and it failed to download. I am fast losing interest in the slow cooker.

Thanks snappy for the yummy recipe. I did look at the five in ones but I really wanted an oval one  and they had no  5 in 1 oval at Myer

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on June 05, 2013, 11:09:06 pm
Don't give up yet, Gert.... It will be worth it! Honest! ;D
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Post by: Yvette on June 06, 2013, 01:00:52 am
Quote from: snappy on June 05, 2013, 09:17:51 am
Forgot to add my shopping!

Bout this pyramid pan, supposed to help crisp food up in the oven

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/05/hy3utyjy.jpg)

And a couple of these Anna Gare containers - Cookie jar, sugar jar and I am now on the lookout for the tea jar.  I also got the matching oven mitt

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/05/2a4uvyja.jpg)

And a new circulon commercial frypan from Victorias basement on the weekend!

Snappy the pyramid pan looks great just what DS needs, have you used it yet? Also where did you buy it?
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Post by: obbie on June 06, 2013, 01:11:38 am
Gert I just throw meat or chicken in, and veges, seasoning, and a little bit of liquid, and set.

I do a great quick easy chicken curry, if want it, takes 5 minutes prep.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 06, 2013, 07:56:23 am
My first slow cooker meal Beef cheeks with Thermothingy mash and broccoli steamed in Varoma using Cookie's method. Delish.

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Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 06, 2013, 08:00:00 am
Looks very yummy, Gert
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Post by: mab19 on June 06, 2013, 08:02:22 am
Well done Gert :)
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Post by: Emme on June 06, 2013, 08:30:54 am
Looks good Gert, have finally found a butcher where I can buy the beef cheeks.  What recipe did you use ?

Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on June 06, 2013, 08:41:04 am
Didn't use a recipe. Just trimmed the beef cheeks , cut them into chunks added some dry sherry can of tomatoes, dried beef stock, onions, carrots, celery, capsicum , bay leaf, garlic a wee bit of water and walked  away. Usually I do the beef cheeks in a balsamic reduction type gravy which is sticky but just wanted to try the cooker. If it is the first time you have cooked beef cheeks  I would hunt up a recipe that is rich and brown rather than with tomatoes as I did. The meal was great for a change . I could have added some pasta and make it like  minestrone  with a few Italian herbs.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 06, 2013, 08:45:46 am
Lovely food Gert ;D
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Post by: Emme on June 06, 2013, 08:46:01 am
Thanks Gert  will do

Marie
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Post by: kezza on June 06, 2013, 11:23:16 am
Looks great Gert.  About how much a kilo are the beef cheeks?
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Post by: snappy on June 06, 2013, 11:27:14 am
Yvette I got it from King of Knives (or whatever the are called now).  I used it last night and was definitely impressed, it makes sure food is crisped up on all sides, I think I will get a bit of use out of it.
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Post by: judydawn on June 06, 2013, 12:12:53 pm
I've just emailed my DD in Melbourne to see if she can buy them at Cosco for me - love the idea of these.  Thanks snappy.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 06, 2013, 09:07:50 pm
Quote from: kezza on June 06, 2013, 11:23:16 am
Looks great Gert.  About how much a kilo are the beef cheeks?

I bought them at Cole's .i think they were Drover's Pride brand in a cryo pack with Cardboard cover  and they were marked down by 40% . I think about  a kilo and less than $4 . When I see them marked down I buy them .

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 06, 2013, 09:40:40 pm
looks good Gert. :)
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Post by: Yvette on June 07, 2013, 01:14:12 am
Thanks Snappy I think there is a King of Knives at Castle Towers I will google them.

Glad you enjoyed your first meal Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2013, 02:01:17 am
did anyone buy a airfryer
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Post by: Yvette on June 07, 2013, 02:07:36 am
Snappy just ordered one thanks and they are on special  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2013, 02:24:47 am
Now my family is complete!

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Gert
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Post by: Yvette on June 07, 2013, 02:27:15 am
Gert looks great. I think you are a bit obsessed with your Kribbits  :D :D
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2013, 02:34:11 am
look great Gert.
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Post by: judydawn on June 07, 2013, 02:41:47 am
Love the way the Thermomix just snuck in the picture - obviously cleverly positioned by yourself Gretchen.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2013, 04:49:33 am
You think I am becoming obsessed?

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 07, 2013, 05:28:22 am
So cute, Gert :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 07, 2013, 05:31:30 am
Found these beauties at a shop close by. Now that I have the "hardware" to make some favourite snacks from Malaysia, just need to find the time to experiment. Thank goodness for my TMX which will make it more feasible :D

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Post by: Yvette on June 07, 2013, 06:44:16 am
Snappy my order was dispatched already probably get it on Tuesday now due to the public holiday  :)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 07, 2013, 07:25:03 am
Quote from: obbie on June 07, 2013, 02:01:17 am
did anyone buy a airfryer

Not yet...they are on sale at Target at the moment...thinking...thinking...
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Post by: Debbiebillg on June 07, 2013, 07:45:40 am
Quote from: Jamberie on June 07, 2013, 07:25:03 am
Quote from: obbie on June 07, 2013, 02:01:17 am
did anyone buy a airfryer

Not yet...they are on sale at Target at the moment...thinking...thinking...

Do you know how much they are at Target and what brand ?
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Post by: cookie1 on June 07, 2013, 08:54:04 am
Today's purchases. I need another cookbook like a hole in the head.
I can't wait to try the black garlic. It was $7.98 for this container in Woolworths, marked down to 98 cents. If it is nice I will go back and get some more. I hope to make a lemon chicken and black garlic dish on Sunday night.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/07/e7yme7a8.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on June 07, 2013, 08:56:17 am
Black garlic looks interesting Cookie, never seen it before.


Marie
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2013, 09:12:41 am
You're funny Gretch, and its helped me decide which colour to get  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2013, 10:15:31 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2013, 09:12:41 am
You're funny Gretch, and its helped me decide which colour to get  :D

Which is?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2013, 10:16:24 am
Quote from: Emme on June 07, 2013, 08:56:17 am
Black garlic looks interesting Cookie, never seen it before.


Marie

We all want to know how it compares. That is the cookbook I downloaded to my iPad.

Gert
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Post by: Brumington on June 07, 2013, 11:19:39 am
As a direct result of this thread I've bought some tea from a lovely man at my local market. I have the Blue Mountain one brewing as I type!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/07/ve7enyza.jpg)

I also picked up my bulk flour

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/07/nanezaby.jpg)

Loving the look of those kribbits!
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 07, 2013, 11:22:58 am
Great family Gert :) kribbit, kribbit, kribbit :D
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Post by: mrsb on June 07, 2013, 11:58:39 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 07, 2013, 02:24:47 am
Now my family is complete!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/07/betytura.jpg)

Gert

That's awesome! I love how you set the photo up with your thermo behind. I also like your skin. Still waiting on mine, shouldn't be too much longer surely!

Was the tea nice brumington? I could really go a cup. I've never heard the name before. Can you buy it online?
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Post by: Brumington on June 07, 2013, 12:26:15 pm
Mrs B the tea was delicious. So glad I bought it. My evening treat when the kids go to bed.
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Post by: Halex on June 07, 2013, 08:48:57 pm
Gert they look like little robots ready to march, lol :)

Love them :)
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2013, 10:52:49 pm
looks good Gert.
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Post by: Halex on June 08, 2013, 12:51:12 am
I bought recipes from around the world & the gratins & bakes book was free. Just at my local newsagent.
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Post by: obbie on June 08, 2013, 02:42:20 am
Kids shoes, and DH is just off to buy another freezer.

Fisher and Pykel upright, 380 litre. $1300, as the beast we ordered is delivered this afternoon too.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2013, 04:04:48 am
I don't believe this. My DD put her Kribbitt and mini iPad on the balcony rail 3 floors above the Esplanade in Cairns. That is how secure it holds but I don't think I would risk it.


(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/08/petupy8u.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 08, 2013, 04:06:47 am
 :D :D Nice view Gretchen.  Don't think I would risk it either though. She is probably trying to outdo you  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2013, 04:09:34 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 08, 2013, 04:06:47 am
:D :D Nice view Gretchen.  Don't think I would risk it either though. She is probably trying to outdo you  ;D

Actually after I saw this I tried it  on the back of the chair and it is fine. No risk really but.......

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 08, 2013, 05:32:08 am
But.....what if the chair falls over ;) :D
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Post by: obbie on June 08, 2013, 07:22:20 am
Gert, that looks like the block   across from Muddys playground... :)  or close by,
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2013, 08:00:32 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on June 08, 2013, 05:32:08 am
But.....what if the chair falls over ;) :D

Lol!

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2013, 08:01:07 am
Quote from: obbie on June 08, 2013, 07:22:20 am
Gert, that looks like the block   across from Muddys playground... :)  or close by,

Next door to Rydges Tradewinds.

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on June 08, 2013, 08:02:08 am
I bpught a Smith & Norton saucepan today to replace the one I burnt. ( Couldn't get the burnt one clean.)  Priced at $49.95 and got it for $19.95.  Also bought some plastic coated shelves to use in the pantry
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Post by: Wonder on June 08, 2013, 12:01:54 pm
We went to the good food and wine show today and had a great day. We picked up a few things but these are my favorite purchases.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/08/eta2ygyj.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 08, 2013, 12:34:43 pm
They look great. I hope they have them at our GFWS.
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Post by: Wonder on June 08, 2013, 12:54:19 pm
They were at the Myer stand cookie so you can probably get them for the same price at Myer r online. They were 40% off and the book came as a gift, still expensive but they will last a lifetime and look a great size for individual serves.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 09, 2013, 10:11:12 am
Thanks Wonder.

As an aside, West Coast Eagles have just won the footy. Yippee.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 09, 2013, 12:20:17 pm
:D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 10, 2013, 09:13:00 am
Bought a new dishwasher today. Been eyeing this Siemens for a while. Usual price $1399 at Retravision. On clearance at $999. 5 year warranty.

Happy :)

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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 10, 2013, 09:17:31 am
Good choice BZB ;) My friend has one,it's so quiet ;D
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Post by: mcmich on June 10, 2013, 09:28:23 am
Good buy BZB  :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 10, 2013, 09:44:40 am
Thanks CC and Mich. I've always wanted a Miele dishwasher but they are terribly expensive in OZ. When I first saw the Siemens a few months ago, I was intrigued.

Glad to hear your friend likes it, CC. It will be while before we can install ours :(
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Post by: blackwood on June 10, 2013, 12:28:01 pm
I need some advice! Given that this is the "Shopping" thread I thought I'd ask all of you seasoned shoppers for some ideas! My frypan is in desperate need of replacing. It is just hopeless! Even cooking french toast (how hard can that be) today is a disaster!

Have you got any suggestions as to brands or types? non-stick, not non-stick, stainless steel, cast iron...I'm a novice and have no idea! Given the sales at the moment I think I need to go shopping ASAP!

Thanks! :)
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Post by: courton on June 10, 2013, 01:22:11 pm
I took Maddy's advice and bought Swiss Diamond.Love it.
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Post by: blackwood on June 10, 2013, 01:28:29 pm
I will look them up! Thanks Courton!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 11, 2013, 12:07:10 am
I have had Scanpan fry pans for 15 years and they are as good as new. One even survived my DH leaving it on high empty.  Here is some blurb about Teflon coating. http://www.scanpancookware.com/pages/teflon-pv-c0-2.html

Here is a tip of buying a new fry pan. Never ever use spray oil on any fry pans.

There are many good ones in the market but let price be your guide to longevity.

Gert
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Post by: andiesenji on June 11, 2013, 02:32:47 am
Quote from: blackwood on June 10, 2013, 12:28:01 pm
I need some advice! Given that this is the "Shopping" thread I thought I'd ask all of you seasoned shoppers for some ideas! My frypan is in desperate need of replacing. It is just hopeless! Even cooking french toast (how hard can that be) today is a disaster!

Have you got any suggestions as to brands or types? non-stick, not non-stick, stainless steel, cast iron...I'm a novice and have no idea! Given the sales at the moment I think I need to go shopping ASAP!

Thanks! :)

If you are near a Costco, check out their "house" brand of cookware - the 18/10 Stainless steel.  It is very popular here with professional chefs and "semi" pros who cook a lot.   In several tests it outperforms AllClad.
My friend Ben, who owns a bakery/cafe, has at least a dozen of the frypans and they have been heavily used and he is very picky.
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 11, 2013, 03:58:17 am
My kribbit has arrived. Woohoo!!!
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Post by: Halex on June 11, 2013, 04:35:27 am
Just bought some warmer pjs for me & some warmer clothes for cp for Melbourne.

A bit of shopping is always cheery :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on June 11, 2013, 04:45:57 am
Quote from: blackwood on June 10, 2013, 12:28:01 pm
I need some advice! Given that this is the "Shopping" thread I thought I'd ask all of you seasoned shoppers for some ideas! My frypan is in desperate need of replacing. It is just hopeless! Even cooking french toast (how hard can that be) today is a disaster!

Have you got any suggestions as to brands or types? non-stick, not non-stick, stainless steel, cast iron...I'm a novice and have no idea! Given the sales at the moment I think I need to go shopping ASAP!

Thanks! :)

I have both scanpan and analon and have had them for years. I am very happy with them although I did have a problem with one of the scanpans. I believe they had a faulty batch about 10 years ago and will still replace them.
Both are great quality and easily cleaned.

I echo Gert's comment about the spray oil  :)

Love your little cocottes Wonder. I have a set of 6 and use them for gratins when we have guests. Individual pot pies too.
Very cute  ;D
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Post by: courton on June 11, 2013, 05:26:57 am
I have had to return my scan pan about 2 years ago. They replaced it without a fuss.
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Post by: obbie on June 11, 2013, 05:50:09 am
POK has a great deal today
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Post by: goldfish on June 11, 2013, 06:19:36 am
Yes indeed .... chasseur French oven sets comprising 1each ...28cm  2 ltr And an 18 cm. 1.8 ltr.  $189. Rep $558. Love PoK,,
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Post by: blackwood on June 11, 2013, 07:19:12 am
I knew the seasoned shoppers on here would come through with the goods! Thanks for the recommendations and suggestions everyone! We do have a Costco coming here very soon too!)

Will need to do some more research!
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Post by: mcmich on June 11, 2013, 07:41:07 am
I love Swiss Diamond and am changing over all my scanpan as it comes on sale. Kitchenware  Direct have it on sale quite often.
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Post by: goldfish on June 11, 2013, 07:48:20 am
Must agree with Mich here. I bought one of those Swiss Diamond sets ( fry pan and grill pan)a few months ago... Very impressed... We love using them
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2013, 08:24:27 am
This site is extremely dangerous and should only be viewed rarely.

After reading about Dyson cleaners here I was bad today. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/11/hu4ety4e.jpg)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 11, 2013, 09:22:51 am
But you're being extremely good, Cookie. You bought a tool to clean the house! ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 11, 2013, 09:26:31 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 11, 2013, 08:24:27 am
This site is extremely dangerous and should only be viewed rarely.
After reading about Dyson cleaners here I was bad today

It's beautiful Cookie :) You won't be disappointed...I love my Dyson....and if/when it dies I'll be getting an upright too :)
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Post by: Wonder on June 11, 2013, 09:56:18 am
Great buy Cookie.
Hally you'll certainly need the warmer clothes over here.
Kimmyh, my Kribbit arrived today as well
MF I'm loving the cocotte dishes and will find lots of uses for them.

I also had a Lululemon jacket arrive today but after a quick walk in it think I'll send it back and exchange for a lighter colour. i felt a bit vulnerable walking in the dark with all black on, and I bought it for walking the dogs at night and to wear to the gym in the mornings so basically will only be wearing it in the dark.
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Post by: Brumington on June 11, 2013, 09:58:00 am
You will not regret the Dyson. They are totally amazing.
Kitchenware Direct have great deals on Swiss Diamond ATM.
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Post by: sue_purrb on June 11, 2013, 10:57:20 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 11, 2013, 08:24:27 am
This site is extremely dangerous and should only be viewed rarely.

After reading about Dyson cleaners here I was bad today. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/11/hu4ety4e.jpg)

Cookie, you won't regret the Dyson. Just a word of warning the first time you use it...... You can get quite a shock when you glance at the clear barrel. Mine was full of orange fur, (from a mat I had vacuumed the day before with the old cleaner) and for one horrible moment I thought I had actually vacuumed up the cat!  :D :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 11, 2013, 10:59:57 am
:D
You will not regret getting a dyson cookie. They are great but I just don't know where the dirt comes from.
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Post by: Brumington on June 11, 2013, 11:09:20 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on June 11, 2013, 10:59:57 am
:D
You will not regret getting a dyson cookie. They are great but I just don't know where the dirt comes from.

I agree, the only bad thing about having a Dyson is realizing just how filthy your house actually was!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 11, 2013, 11:17:11 am
Sue purrb  that made me laugh.

Brumington I don't want to know!

Gert
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Post by: Emme on June 11, 2013, 11:23:40 am
Thats a great buy cookie. Have to echo the other comments, you wonder where the dust comes from  :D

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2013, 11:39:43 am
It looks a very powerful machine Cookie, careful it doesn't run away with you  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2013, 12:16:22 pm
I wizzed around part of the house this afternoon. It is great for the tiles. When I did the carpets I nearly had a fit. We are obviously very dirty as it got so much dirt out. DH says he can't manage it as its too advanced for him!

Thanks for telling me about it everyone it really is wonderful. Very light to use Judy.
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Post by: maddy on June 11, 2013, 12:50:58 pm
Thats one mean machine cookie  8)....I need to get with the program, and upgrade from my rubber finger broom!!!
talk about a work out sweeping the carpet  :P
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2013, 01:07:56 pm
Your DH has a great excuse for not using it Chookie LOL
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Post by: blackwood on June 11, 2013, 02:31:12 pm
I think I'm going to have to have a look at Kitchenware Direct! I normally stay well clear of kitchenware shops...the last time (and actually the only time) I bought something from Peter's of Kensington...well, I went a little bit crazy! A few days later I had a huge box delivered full of goodies! I banned myself from using it too often! :)

I feel a little bit of temptation coming on to go back and check it out! :) Bring it on!  :D
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Post by: obbie on June 11, 2013, 09:50:12 pm
love my Dyson,  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2013, 03:34:06 am
Robyn you are very lucky. You seem to have so many helpful things from vacuums to thermal cookers.
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Post by: obbie on June 12, 2013, 03:52:50 am
I am very lucky Cookie.

My DH thinks cooking machines ect is  like a tool.   Everton has a sale......

He buys tools he needs, so do i.


He bought the dyson vacum for me about 5 years ago..
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2013, 06:38:14 am
Lucky lucky you.
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Post by: Emme on June 13, 2013, 08:59:14 am
Yippee, the Kribbit and scrubbies I ordered are on their way. 

Marie
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Post by: mcmich on June 13, 2013, 09:01:36 am
They don't take long Marie. I had mine in 8 days.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 13, 2013, 09:19:08 am
I'm all ordered at last. I can hardly wait.
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2013, 12:44:53 am
waiting for my spatulas to come, ordered 10 days ago..
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Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2013, 12:55:01 am
Oboe, they would have left Canada Post. Landed in Sydney then trucked up here no doubt. Factor in the public holidays. Be here early next week I figure.

Gert
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Post by: Debbiebillg on June 14, 2013, 01:03:03 am
Dón't you love auto correct, Oboe lol
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2013, 01:29:14 am
They just came, I can't believe it.  so strong too.
 

Just in time for the weekend of cooking..

Love them Helene.. :)
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Post by: KarenH on June 14, 2013, 02:42:12 am
I was walking down the mall to a meeting yesterday, and walked past the T2 store ........... and purely under the influence of this thread, I went inside.   $60 later I walked out with a big bag of assorted yummy teas  :-))
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2013, 02:45:45 am
Karen you need to wear blinkers  ;D
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Post by: KarenH on June 14, 2013, 02:48:48 am
I think I do Judy  :D :D  Now I have to walk a different way to the RAH to avoid both the Haighs shop AND the T2 shop!
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2013, 02:50:23 am
What happens when they move to the new hospital Karen, too far for you to walk then - tram maybe?
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Post by: JenJan on June 14, 2013, 06:06:15 am
Dear Dyson vacuum cleaner owners...please...what are the advantages of the upright version compared with the barrel type? I've had my fairly new barrel vacuum cleaner (not a Dyson) up to my ears and am just now planning its early demise - I can't stand it any more - I variously call it slug or toad (and that's being really rude to slugs and toads!) I hate it so much! Stupid stupid machine! Urrgghh!
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2013, 06:15:30 am
love my dyson, its  a barrel machine. all good here,
Never had a upright one.

I bring it to work once a week too. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 14, 2013, 06:38:44 am
I've used both upright &  regular Dyson's and if I ever need a new  one, would buy the upright purely for my storage needs. If you have a sore back etc you might prefer the regular as it is a bit lighter to push around (unless you get the one with the ball at the end iykwim).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on June 14, 2013, 09:40:34 am
Feeling very pleased with myself as one of my favourite clothes shops had 30% off their sale stock today. I needed a dressy dress, and got a lot more besides. I even managed to buy a pair of boots too. It was one of those rare days when you can find everything you need :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 14, 2013, 09:44:24 am
I love days like those es mine was last Friday ;D;D
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2013, 10:06:47 am
love shopping days like that
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Post by: Frozzie on June 14, 2013, 03:08:59 pm
I have a barrel dyson animal pro and love it.. You just have to respect the manufacturers guidelines ie no turbo head on hard floors and no plaster dust etc.. It will work like a dream...Love mine.. Never had a dyson upright so dont know for that
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Post by: mab19 on June 15, 2013, 05:41:17 am
I love my Dyson animal vaccuum too, although I bought mine so I could pick up those annoying sewing threads that kept getting caught in the carpet.  Was amazed at just how much dirt I got after using it for the first time. :o
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Post by: Jamberie on June 15, 2013, 07:19:41 am
Margaret Fulton's slow cooker book... It's great as she doesn't use hundreds of ingredients and I have most of them in my cupboard or freezer.
I also went to Aldi and bought these ravioli cutters. If you don't already have one (hahaha) they have a pizza maker this week too :D:D:D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/15/u3a6upet.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2013, 12:58:19 pm
I am trying to wait patiently for an Aldi over here and Costco too
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Post by: Jamberie on June 15, 2013, 02:51:09 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 15, 2013, 12:58:19 pm
I am trying to wait patiently for an Aldi over here and Costco too
Hope the wait isn't too long. I love Aldi,  Costco is fun once in a while but I'm waiting for Ikea... I think I'll be waiting a loooooong time for that one!
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on June 16, 2013, 02:54:23 am
Myer have the animal dyson on special and its free delivery  if you order online its down to $750.  I want one badly!!! but we have two Henry's and ducted vacum so ant really justify ATM, I might have to see to it that Henry falls down the stairs!!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 16, 2013, 03:47:36 am
I'm not sure but I think they were quite a bit cheaper at The Good Guys.

Jamberie you obviously don't have an Ikea. We have one but it is north of the river, but not too far if you want to go there or meet Jeninwa for a coffee.  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JenJan on June 16, 2013, 05:15:55 am
Thanks so much everyone for the info on the Dyson vacuum. The plotting of the death of my current vacuum cleaner is imminent... I've even sent a letter to its manufacturer listing all the reasons I regret buying it! (And to think I tossed up between buying it and the Dyson - BIG mistake!) I do like my machines to be well designed and work without hassle - wish all of them were like my Timmy really!
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Post by: droverjess on June 16, 2013, 06:36:55 am
Hello all, I am seeking cooker advice and have set up new thread, please visit and all help much appreciated.
Especially looking for any knowledge/comments of steam combi ovens, thanks
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: rainbow on June 16, 2013, 11:31:48 am
Where is the thread droverjess, we have a solardom convection microwave oven, still playing with it
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Post by: judydawn on June 16, 2013, 11:34:48 am
Here (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=13426.msg295104#msg295104) it is rainbow.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on June 16, 2013, 12:09:19 pm
I stood out the front of a House kitchen store with up to 70% off signs everywhere and I didn't even go in. It took great self control.  :D
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Post by: Jamberie on June 16, 2013, 12:13:06 pm
Quote from: Delightful Den on June 16, 2013, 12:09:19 pm
I stood out the front of a House kitchen store with up to 70% off signs everywhere and I didn't even go in. It took great self control.  :D
Wow! Don't think I could have done it!
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Post by: obbie on June 17, 2013, 01:41:09 am
wow, that is will power..
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Post by: Emme on June 17, 2013, 01:59:06 am
Quote from: Delightful Den on June 16, 2013, 12:09:19 pm
I stood out the front of a House kitchen store with up to 70% off signs everywhere and I didn't even go in. It took great self control.  :D
Now that is a lot of will power, don't think I could have done that :D :D ;D

Marie
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Post by: mab19 on June 17, 2013, 02:00:28 am
That's a lot of will power, I wouldn't have been able to resist. :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 17, 2013, 02:29:37 am
I did look at the stuff on the tables out the front of the shop.  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on June 17, 2013, 02:59:14 am
..... And that's when those running shoes came in handy!!!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on June 17, 2013, 09:57:15 am
  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on June 17, 2013, 10:19:13 am
DD,  that is very strong will power, congrats.
I know there has been some interest in Slow Cookers and with the cold weather, ( 4 here this morning) , I saw this book in the Newsagents today and couldn't resist.  It was $18 and the recipes are for a mix of one pot dishes,  with about 1/2 for slow cookers.  Yummy photos.  Tithe prep for many of the recipes could be done in the TMX. 
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Post by: achookwoman on June 17, 2013, 10:20:23 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/17/zu8e7ebu.jpg)

This is the book I bought.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 17, 2013, 10:23:45 am
A lovely warm looking dish on the front too.
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Post by: Emme on June 17, 2013, 11:04:47 am
That dish on the front looks wonderful too Chookie  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 17, 2013, 11:17:10 am
Are there alot of god sounding recipes chookie as for 300 odd recipes thats a bargain!!
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Post by: obbie on June 17, 2013, 09:49:23 pm
Great buy
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Post by: achookwoman on June 18, 2013, 12:16:02 am
Quote from: Frozzie on June 17, 2013, 11:17:10 am
Are there alot of god sounding recipes chookie as for 300 odd recipes thats a bargain!!
Lots of very good recipes,  mostly with ingredients you have.  The sweets part is the most limited.  Soups,  chicken,  fish,  meat,  vegetarian/ sides plenty.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on June 18, 2013, 12:34:56 am
Putting this on the wishlist for  when the hens decide to start laying again . . . They're looking into Australian outlets, but may treat myself to ordering one a little later . . .

The Egg Skelter

http://www.egg-skelter.co.uk/


https://www.facebook.com/TheEggSkelter
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Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 12:51:03 am
Chookie that is just what I need. Is it fairly new? Must have a look  in my newsagent.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 18, 2013, 01:28:59 am
Love the egg skelter
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Post by: obbie on June 18, 2013, 05:48:47 am
Look what I found





          <<a href="url">http://www.yolkr.com>
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Post by: Wonder on June 18, 2013, 05:54:01 am
That looks so cute Obbie.
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Post by: mab19 on June 18, 2013, 05:54:34 am
That's a nifti little gadget Obbie, I could use one of those. :) Do I need any more gadgets, probably not :)
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Post by: stacelee on June 18, 2013, 06:27:25 am
Do I confess now that I have one!....I got it from thinkgeek a couple of weeks ago.
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Post by: Wonder on June 18, 2013, 06:47:11 am
Wow Stacelee - does it work?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 18, 2013, 06:48:17 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 12:51:03 am
Chookie that is just what I need. Is it fairly new? Must have a look  in my newsagent.

Gert
Gert ,  I notice on the front that it is supposed to be released in August.  However it is an Australian production so probably available. Good value.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 18, 2013, 07:44:29 am
I think I would buy the yolkr
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 07:50:55 am
Today I bought The Complete Slow Cooker by Sally Wse so I think I am now covered  andI am not looking at ANY MORE COOKBOOKS. If you see me looking just stop me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/18/vyqaty3a.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on June 18, 2013, 08:36:22 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 07:50:55 am
Today I bought The Complete Slow Cooker by Sally Wse so I think I am now covered  andI am not looking at ANY MORE COOKBOOKS. If you see me looking just stop me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/18/vyqaty3a.jpg)

Gert
Same here,  Gert.  Good buy.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 08:37:29 am
It cost me $28 though!

Gert
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Post by: sue_purrb on June 18, 2013, 08:38:55 am
Quote from: achookwoman on June 17, 2013, 10:20:23 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/17/zu8e7ebu.jpg)

This is the book I bought.

I saw this in Coles today in the magazine section for the same price. Just in case anyone needs an extra push!!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: sue_purrb on June 18, 2013, 08:43:24 am
Quote from: obbie on June 18, 2013, 05:48:47 am
Look what I found





          <<a href="url">http://www.yolkr.com>

That is really cute, but there are videos on you tube showing how to do the same thing with an empty plastic water or soft drink bottle. I haven't tried it though, I use my trusty little plastic separator that sits over a cup.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on June 18, 2013, 09:19:08 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 07:50:55 am
Today I bought The Complete Slow Cooker by Sally Wse so I think I am now covered  andI am not looking at ANY MORE COOKBOOKS. If you see me looking just stop me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/18/vyqaty3a.jpg)

Gert

Looks good Gert  ;D

I have her Slow Cooker and Slow Cooker 2 books. I wonder if yours is a combination of both of them. Or completely new?
I like her recipes  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 09:42:09 am
Both her books in one.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 18, 2013, 09:54:14 am
school holidays next week, i can go shopping......
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Post by: judydawn on June 18, 2013, 12:56:38 pm
I needed a bit of therapy today so had my first day off from visiting Geoff and went shopping.  Headed off mid morning and arrived back home at 6pm with a fully laden car - OMG I went berserk and bought everything I saw that I wanted :-))  I went to Bunnings, Spotlight and to many of the shops in the West Lakes Shopping Centre - talk about shopping till you drop, that's exactly what I did and I thoroughly enjoyed it.  Hopefully I've got it out of my system as I can't afford to spend what I did today too often.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 18, 2013, 01:19:08 pm
Good on you JD . Go girl!

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 18, 2013, 01:22:38 pm
Well done Judy. Retail therapy is such a good thing, there should be a Medicare rebate on it ;) ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 18, 2013, 01:27:01 pm
I bet you had a ball Judy :D :D Enjoy your purchases ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 18, 2013, 01:34:10 pm
So much fun, Judy :)
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Post by: droverjess on June 18, 2013, 06:22:45 pm
Wow Judy well done, I can just imagine it.
What fun!  ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 18, 2013, 08:39:34 pm
I try my best to keep well away from this thread, it is way too dangerous, but this morning I decided to pop on and catchup on what's going on then I read about your wonderfully productive day yesterday, Judy.  Well done - sounds like a great way to spend a spare day.
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Post by: mcmich on June 18, 2013, 08:45:54 pm
Sounds like lovely day Judy. Glad you enjoyed yourself. What did you buy?
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Post by: Wonder on June 18, 2013, 10:57:40 pm
Sounds like you had a great day Judy. Well done.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 18, 2013, 11:04:37 pm
Judy's,  a day off and shopping, terrific. 
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Post by: djinni373 on June 18, 2013, 11:44:19 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on June 18, 2013, 01:22:38 pm
Well done Judy. Retail therapy is such a good thing, there should be a Medicare rebate on it ;) ;D
Absolutely  ;D ;D ;D Sounds like a great day Judy.
Well I have caught up on this thread and have so far managed to resist temptation. I already have all Sally Wise's books :-)) but I don't have that very nifty egg skelter...
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Post by: Nikkit on June 19, 2013, 12:03:00 am
Go Judy! Nothing like a bit of retail therapy to soothe one's soul!
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2013, 12:35:37 am
I agree with the Medicare rebate Kimmy but I don't know if the country can afford it - just our forum members alone would soon send them broke ;D

At Bunnings I bought my BIL a voucher for his birthday, a back door mat, bulk kitchen bin liners, a garden tool kit for DD's new holiday house, bulk pack of light bulbs, a mop, 2 spray bottles for my cleaning products, weedkiller, touch lights for a few rooms in case of a black-out.

Onto Spotlight - a sheet set which I found were the wrong size when I got home, KB so I'll see if DD would like them, a bathmat for the ensuite, melamine bowls for GS when he's here, a 4 tiered wire rack for the ensuite (hope it fits when I unpackage it), pillow case protectors, 3 cards.

Harris Scarfe, 2 foam memory pillows, a sheet set (correct size this time), a scarf, 2 jumpers & a cardigan.

Katies, a shirt, a jumper and black pants

KMart, pj's, 6 prs knickers. 2 skivvies.

Millers, black pants

House, boxed sets for gifts down the track, odds and ends for stocking fillers.

Bookstore closing down - everything 50% off but not much left.  Black Beauty for GD, 4 biros, 4 notebooks, a novel for me who doesn't have time to read  :-)) (Sons & Lovers by D.H. Lawrence), Lyndey Milan recipe book (the only recipe book left), and a pile of free magazines they were throwing out (mainly for car and motor bike enthusiasts and I have people in mind for them), I was lucky enough to find the perfect little gift for a forum member who shall remain nameless at this point so that when it arrives she will be surprised ;) and a very upmarket, hard covered little book of word searches for my SIL.

Chemist - a dinosaur book and activity pack for GS.

I think that's it - I've managed to displace a couple of the dockets, I am always losing bits of paper >:(
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 19, 2013, 01:00:19 am
What a satisfying day you had, Judy.
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Post by: Yvette on June 19, 2013, 01:09:32 am
Wow Judy that is a great shopping day  :) :) :)
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Post by: obbie on June 19, 2013, 02:22:17 am
sounds great shopping Judy..
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Post by: maddy on June 19, 2013, 02:37:24 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 19, 2013, 12:35:37 am
I think that's it - I've managed to displace a couple of the dockets

 :D You covered lots of retail space Judy! Glad you enjoyed yourself  8)


picked up this nifty container for DS lunch box, for kiwi fruit ....it stores, cuts and has the spoon all in one

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/60fb35e11b162e67215562730ff2684d.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f0e687dfeb74f4a09117133366f353eb.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3e9e4991f193b5c3b2eb2f0de6c517c7.jpg)

DS went a little nuts when he saw it advertised.....thought it was perfect for rainy days on the holidays

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fb9b954c6d182111926cd424aa7eae6a.jpg)

.....I'm most excited by this purchase though  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2013, 03:03:42 am
Judy what a perfect day for you. Just wandering around and buying. There is nothing better for you.

Kimmy I agree with the Medicare rebate 100%.

Maddy I can't wait to hear what you say about the chocolate book.

I'm off to get my hair cut ( I mucked up last week's appointment ) and I know I will try to do a little retail therapy.
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Post by: mab19 on June 19, 2013, 05:31:54 am
A great days shopping Judy.  :D :D
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Post by: Wonder on June 19, 2013, 08:05:17 am
Called in to the nut place in Brunswick mentioned on another thread today and spent close to $100!!! We did buy a lot of things that will last a while but it was a lot on nuts etc.
I bought:
- 500gm hazelnuts
- 500grm linseeds
- 500grm sunflower seeds
- 500grm flaked almonds
- 500grm tapioca
- 500grm red lentils
- 500grm apricot delights (for the kids)
- large jar tahini
- 1kg bag himalayan pink salt
- 500grm Dutch cocoa
- 500grm chia seeds
- 25ogrm cinnamon quills
- 250grm goji berries
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Post by: goldfish on June 19, 2013, 08:08:30 am
Judy - kudos!!  A wonderful day - very very productive!! ;D ;D  Good on you!! ;D ;D

Maddy - be very interested to hear what you think of the Chocolate book!!!

Wonder - That sounds a wonderful stocking up of a lot of great stuff . . sounds pretty good for around $100 . . well done!!
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Post by: Emme on June 19, 2013, 08:33:11 am
Judy, so glad you had a great day shopping and enjoyed yourself.   :-*

Maddy, will also be interested to hear what you think of the chocolate book.  :)

Marie

Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on June 19, 2013, 11:18:46 am
Wow wonder that's a fair effort. Don't think I've reached $100 there yet.

Quick trip in town today to buy mums birthday present and couldn't resist these pjs pants.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/19/va4egejy.jpg)
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Post by: snappy on June 19, 2013, 12:14:50 pm
So much shopping going on today!
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2013, 12:41:56 pm
Love the pj pants Kimmy.  There are so many designs around from which to choose that it makes it hard when looking to buy - I want to buy them all  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 19, 2013, 12:46:46 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on June 18, 2013, 01:22:38 pm
Well done Judy. Retail therapy is such a good thing, there should be a Medicare rebate on it ;) ;D

Like like like lol
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Post by: maddy on June 19, 2013, 01:31:25 pm
So DD (nearly 16) has just discovered the uniqueness at etsy.com  (I didn't tell her about it btw)
She is quite "quirky" and begged for me to buy her these clothes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/340ff733ce5dcb6f025c2bca4b9b9f96.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f2be0ccd04691fc187e607a2de2936eb.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/54f5cfab6002bf27a99964d99ca8f65a.jpg)
Locations from pride & prejudice (her favourite book)

.....and wait for it.....

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c4dfb39ef1231138521902f4b030359b.jpg)

yes....a moustache skirt  :o :-\   I know, I don't get it either  :P  She's adamant that she's wearing the moe's to a formal cocktail Birthday party, for a friend in August....with thick black stockings, black lace up doc martins, & god only knows what on top  :-X  :-X

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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2013, 02:15:50 pm
She will look lovely Maddy. I love the clothes.
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2013, 02:25:28 pm
It must be fun shopping for your DD maddy, remember when we were her age - well I barely can but you shouldn't have much trouble LOL
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 19, 2013, 03:31:22 pm
Very cute clothes, Maddy. She will look great :)

Judy, wow!! Did you get ALL of that in ONE shopping spree? You're a champion :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 19, 2013, 05:17:03 pm
Love the clothes Maddy.Tell DD I think she has good taste ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 19, 2013, 09:59:03 pm
I would love to meet your daughter Maddy.  She certainly is unique, quirky and smart .

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on June 19, 2013, 11:30:17 pm
Great clothes Maddy. I've noticed a lot more of the quirky handmade type clothes coming back now.
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Post by: obbie on June 19, 2013, 11:52:52 pm
Love her style Maddy
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Post by: judydawn on June 20, 2013, 12:55:34 am
Yes BZB, all in one very long day shopping - it's been so long since I've been free to wander and not have to watch the time and I must admit I surprised myself that I lasted that long.  I thought I'd get bored long before darkness descended and shops started closing their doors :-))
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Post by: maddy on June 20, 2013, 05:46:51 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 19, 2013, 09:59:03 pm
I would love to meet your daughter Maddy.  She certainly is unique, quirky and smart .

Gert

...that she is Gert  :D
She does revolt against what is deemed fashionable for the minute...and does it her way.
Actually, I'm quite pleased that she does  8) but I still find myself saying "Really?"......"No, Really??"  LOL.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 20, 2013, 05:48:43 am
Quote from: Wonder on June 19, 2013, 11:30:17 pm
I've noticed a lot more of the quirky handmade type clothes coming back now.

I think it's great....particularly for girls that do like to show their individualism....bummer I cant sew though  :-\  would save me money!
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 20, 2013, 12:25:52 pm
My willpower to resist a sale at the kitchen store weakened me. I couldn't resist a 30% off sale on a bike I had been looking at earlier in the year.

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Post by: Greyhoundmum on June 20, 2013, 12:26:50 pm
Nice bike Den :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 20, 2013, 12:33:53 pm
 :o :-)) :-)) Den.
We all have our weaknesses!

I was bowled over at one of the large supermarkets that I don't like to frequent too often. I had to ask a staff member to confirm a price for me as I couldn't believe my eyes- a kilo of pears for $0.88. The farmer must have had to pay the supermarket to take them away as the packaging and handling costs  must have been 88c alone.  How can the pear growers make a living?
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Post by: snappy on June 20, 2013, 12:50:50 pm
Den I think it would have been cheaper to give in at the kitchen store 😄
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 20, 2013, 12:51:25 pm
They can't ES.  >:(
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 20, 2013, 01:17:34 pm
Quote from: Delightful Den on June 20, 2013, 12:25:52 pm
My willpower to resist a sale at the kitchen store weakened me. I couldn't resist a 30% off sale on a bike I had been looking at earlier in the year.


How many bikes do you own DD ;) ;D It looks very nice.
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Post by: Delightful Den on June 20, 2013, 01:59:29 pm
I have 4 bikes CC. One road bike, two mountain bikes (one is old, it was given to me) and now the time trial bike for triathlons. If I buy another one now it will be as a replacement, I don't need any more. My DD's boyfriend has 7 bikes.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 20, 2013, 04:05:54 pm
Quote from: Delightful Den on June 20, 2013, 01:59:29 pm
I have 4 bikes CC. One road bike, two mountain bikes (one is old, it was given to me) and now the time trial bike for triathlons. If I buy another one now it will be as a replacement, I don't need any more. My DD's boyfriend has 7 bikes.
I understand now,different bikes for different surfaces. ;) ;D
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Post by: Emme on June 21, 2013, 01:10:45 am
Love those clothes Maddy, your DD will look lovely.  ;D

My Kribbitt & Scrubbies arrived yesterday, thankyou so much Helene, thrilled to bits.
Bought some glass containers half price at Harris Scarfe and a couple of tart tins yesterday also, cannot post pictures, computer very very slow, someone used up all my downloads ??? ???.

Marie
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Post by: obbie on June 21, 2013, 01:25:34 am
alot of farmers can't survive with the price WW or C are buying from them.

I try not to buy there, I go to IGA :)

Great bike Den
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 01:32:03 am
Quote from: Emme on June 21, 2013, 01:10:45 am
Love those clothes Maddy, your DD will look lovely.  ;D

My Kribbitt & Scrubbies arrived yesterday, thankyou so much Helene, thrilled to bits.
Bought some glass containers half price at Harris Scarfe and a couple of tart tins yesterday also, cannot post pictures, computer very very slow, someone used up all my downloads ??? ???.

Marie

Marie how do you like your Kribbitt. Did you set it up properly to tweak the wobble?  I am interested to know who likes it and who doesn't as I am so in love with mine!

I got sick and tired of Telstra slowing down my "unlimited" download that I spent several hours complaining  and they finally agreed to speed it up again and for $10 extra a month got another bucket load  of speedy gigabytes  which are , of course, "unlimited". Turns out there is really no unlimited plan at all but they just slow it all down to a full stop nearly.  False advertising I say but that is what Telstra is all about.

Will everyone who bought a Kribbitt please put your hand up and let us know if it really is as good as I think it is. LOl! ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2013, 01:37:44 am
Mine should be here any day and I will certainly let you know.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2013, 01:43:16 am
Den and ES you are right the farmers can't compete. The dairy industry here in WA is nearly non existent. I heard this morning that some farmers were selling their milk for UHT milk which will be sent to China. A couple more have gone bankrupt, one a farm that has been in the family for 4 generations. How heartbreaking.
My parents had a farm (wheat and sheep) and they made a good living. When Dad died my brother took over and saidw he couldn't make a living so the farm was sold. We all found it very sad but I am glad the family are no longer involved in farming. It is a hard, stressful life.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 21, 2013, 01:43:31 am
going shopping next week end, Must make a list of what i want.
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Post by: maddy on June 21, 2013, 01:45:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 01:32:03 am
I got sick and tired of Telstra slowing down my "unlimited" download that I spent several hours complaining  and they finally agreed to speed it up again and for $10 extra a month got another bucket load  of speedy gigabytes  which are , of course, "unlimited". Turns out there is really no unlimited plan at all but they just slow it all down to a full stop nearly.  False advertising I say but that is what Telstra is all about.

It does stink Gert!
.....my kids used up all our download last month, I rang and asked to pay extra for more GB.....but they said they'd give me  2 weeks free without being slowed, until the next billing cycle  :o
The stupid thing is.....the free download was sooo much quicker than what we get & pay for  ??? :-\   Can't figure them out, and TBH, can't be bothered trying anymore  :-X
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 01:49:17 am
Quote from: maddy on June 21, 2013, 01:45:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 01:32:03 am
I got sick and tired of Telstra slowing down my "unlimited" download that I spent several hours complaining  and they finally agreed to speed it up again and for $10 extra a month got another bucket load  of speedy gigabytes  which are , of course, "unlimited". Turns out there is really no unlimited plan at all but they just slow it all down to a full stop nearly.  False advertising I say but that is what Telstra is all about.

It does stink Gert!
.....my kids used up all our download last month, I rang and asked to pay extra for more GB.....but they said they'd give me  2 weeks free without being slowed, until the next billing cycle  :o
The stupid thing is.....the free download was sooo much quicker than what we get & pay for  ??? :-\   Can't figure them out, and TBH, can't be bothered trying anymore  :-X

Yup the same thing happened here the first time but I kept at it the same way they keep at me. Wore them down perhaps. Kept asking for call back at unusual times and just harassed 'em.  Don't blame ya for giving up. Very time consuming?

Gert

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Post by: obbie on June 21, 2013, 01:52:07 am
Gert, Ring Amanda Albon at Smithfield, fixes everything at Telstra
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 02:02:55 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 21, 2013, 01:43:16 am
Den and ES you are right the farmers can't compete. The dairy industry here in WA is nearly non existent. I heard this morning that some farmers were selling their milk for UHT milk which will be sent to China. A couple more have gone bankrupt, one a farm that has been in the family for 4 generations. How heartbreaking.
My parents had a farm (wheat and sheep) and they made a good living. When Dad died my brother took over and saidw he couldn't make a living so the farm was sold. We all found it very sad but I am glad the family are no longer involved in farming. It is a hard, stressful life.

Terrible terrible cookie. The banning of live exports up here have sent many cattle farmers to the wall. However much it saddens me to see these animals treated so poorly  it saddens me more to see these cattle starving to death on the drought ravaged land and the meat wasted. If only our government could reach some compromise with the Indonesians  it could perhaps save heartbreak all around. I would like to see an abbitoir set up at our ports maybe supervised by people knowledgable  of Halal  killing and the carcasses then shipped. Would  that work?

Nothing will happen until the "refugee" boats stop coming though. While Indonesia keeps exporting people to us we won't be exporting meat  on the hoof to them.  We have no money to help our own while fully supporting the thousands of illegals and the industries that have sprung up to coddle them.

Just sayin'.

Gertbysea



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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 02:04:09 am
Quote from: obbie on June 21, 2013, 01:52:07 am
Gert, Ring Amanda Albon at Smithfield, fixes everything at Telstra

Making a note of her name if need be again.!

Thanks .

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on June 21, 2013, 02:22:50 am
Gert I got a kribbit after you first mentioned them weeks ago and really like it. I've got it on the mini and it makes it so much easier when reading a recipe while cooking and reading/surfing the net while on the couch. I don't take it anywhere with me though because I find it too bulky to carry around. I'm very happy with the purchase.

As far as shopping goes, i had a great win yesterday. Years ago I purchased a beautiful blue Le Crueset oval pot and absolutely loved it, unfortunately it got a chip in the enamel and Le Crueset replaced it without a problem, but the one they replaced it with didn't have the shiny enamel surface like the first one and everything stuck, burnt or discoloured the enamel. We never bothered taking it back to Myer because after asking about it they said sight unseen that there was no problem and that was how the finish was now. Over the last few years while we still use we often comment how dissapointed we are in it. When I purchased my new ramekins at the the Good food and wine show a few weeks ago, the sales person was actually the Le Crueset rep for our area and after chatting to him for quite a while mentioned about our pot, he said it didn't sound right and if it was how I described it he would replace it on the spot and he asked me to take it to our local myer. I took it to the myer store early this week, and the shop assistant again told me there was nothing wrong with it but I insisted on leaving it for the rep - yesterday afternoon the store rang me to say the rep had been in and agreed it was faulty and they have a brand new one waiting for me!!!! I couldn't help but take a look at the same one on the shelf while i was there and couldn't beleive at full price it is $591!!! I can't wait to go back and pick up a my brand new replacement now.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 02:29:10 am
Wonder Woman Wins!

Gert
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Post by: jo_nz on June 21, 2013, 03:50:44 am
Nice one Wonder!

After seeing it mentioned on the weight loss thread, I've been out and bought a fitbit flex. It just came out here this Wednesday, and today had a deal with a free nutrition book - no idea what diet/lifestyle it's proposing, but had a recipe section and I always love browsing recipes whether I'm making them or not.
 
AND DH just picked up our dslr camera!!  Should be a fun weekend playing with new toys
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Post by: obbie on June 21, 2013, 03:57:30 am
Great news wonder.
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Post by: KarenH on June 21, 2013, 04:47:47 am
Now that is great after-sales service Wonder.  Hearing that kind of thing makes me happier to pay more for a quality product like Le Creuset, knowing that they back up their product.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2013, 08:08:48 am
Great service Wonder.

Gert, your words are ever so true re the refugees. Cattle stations in the NW of WA are in a similar boat. They are shipping cattle down south but it hasn't helped the beef prices.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 21, 2013, 08:46:23 am
What great service from Le Creuset rep Wonder.
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Post by: judydawn on June 21, 2013, 09:51:51 am
Great story Wonder, it always pays to ask - you never know your luck.
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Post by: Wonder on June 21, 2013, 10:02:31 am
My lovely old/new Le Creseut
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 21, 2013, 10:35:51 am
That's brilliant, Wonder :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 21, 2013, 10:45:25 am
Great result wonder.

I love, love, love my Kribbit Gert. It's brilliant and does exactly what it says. I mainly use it in the kitchen as it doesn't move an inch. But what I really like is how sturdy it is for the boys to use. I can sit with it over my leg with the boys beside me and we can all see and use the iPad knowing it won't fall or move.  Can't wait for the better weather so I can venture outside with it.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 21, 2013, 12:03:32 pm
Ditto kimmyh, thanks Gert for letting us know about it.
I always get a sore wrist holding my ipad, not any more. Arrived today took 10 days from Canada, often takes longer getting something delivered from the east to the west of aus.
Well done Wonder, nice to know service is still around...after you got past the shop assistant anyway.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2013, 12:27:07 pm
Good one Bedlam.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 21, 2013, 08:07:41 pm
Guess where I've been? I've been to London to visit the Queen!

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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 21, 2013, 08:14:57 pm
It looks from your shopping CP that you enjoyed yourself ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 21, 2013, 10:02:16 pm
good shopping CP
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Post by: Yvette on June 22, 2013, 04:41:04 am
Did you buy them in Harrods CP?
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 22, 2013, 05:07:56 am
Was she home CP? ;) ;D
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Post by: mab19 on June 22, 2013, 06:29:08 am
Bought new lace curtains for our bedroom and two throw rugs for the lounge.
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Post by: mab19 on June 22, 2013, 06:31:30 am
Ooops, forgot I also bought two sets of single bed flannelette sheets for GSs bed.  Got them for half price. ;D
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Post by: judydawn on June 22, 2013, 08:27:35 am
Good shopping girls, there are some great bargains out there at the moment.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 22, 2013, 09:28:18 am
Since we technically don't have a home right now (for only 11 more sleeps) I refrained from the kitchen shops...however one always needs clothes, so DD got some Kathmandu jumpers and a beanie.....great for these super cold mornings here at the moment
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 22, 2013, 09:37:38 am
Quote from: Jamberie on June 22, 2013, 09:28:18 am
Since we technically don't have a home right now (for only 11 more sleeps)
It must be exciting for you Jamberie.Any chance of a photo of your new kitchen when you have moved in ;D
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Post by: Wonder on June 22, 2013, 11:09:17 am
Great shopping everyone. We went Savers shopping looking for more 50's clothing for DD VCE portfolio shots - her portfolio is costing us a fortune! She also did the first of her photo shoots today with a girlfriend posing as a 50's pinup girl in a beautifully restored 1950's car. She did a great job with her girlfriends hair and makeup and what we have seen of the few photos she has shown us unedited they look great.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 22, 2013, 11:54:27 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 22, 2013, 09:37:38 am
Quote from: Jamberie on June 22, 2013, 09:28:18 am
Since we technically don't have a home right now (for only 11 more sleeps)
It must be exciting for you Jamberie.Any chance of a photo of your new kitchen when you have moved in ;D

Will do CC! It's an old kitchen and will need modernising,  but it's a good size and will do for us until we decide to update it :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2013, 12:42:19 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 21, 2013, 08:07:41 pm
Guess where I've been? I've been to London to visit the Queen!

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Did you hide under her chair CP?
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 22, 2013, 12:45:18 pm
What are the portfolio shots for, Wonder?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 22, 2013, 01:50:55 pm
Nah, Lizzy was at the races winning gold cups, and then she stayed over at Windsor Castle. I'm sure when she wipes the dishes she uses one like this.
Bought them all at Buckingham Palace. Too funny cookie
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Post by: Emme on June 22, 2013, 10:27:25 pm
Nice shopping CP.  We did see the Queen receiving her gold cup at the races.   ;D

Marie
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Post by: Halex on June 23, 2013, 12:07:52 am
Lovely shopping creampuff :)

I saw HRM at the races too, lol I have never seen her so happy, ever :D

 :)
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Post by: Emme on June 23, 2013, 06:40:06 am
Quote from: Gertbysea link=topic=6682.msg295961#msg295961 date=137177

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Marie how do you like your Kribbitt. Did you set it up properly to tweak the wobble?  I am interested to know who likes it and who doesn't as I am so in love with mine!

Will everyone who bought a Kribbitt please put your hand up and let us know if it really is as good as I think it is. LOl! ;D ;D
Gert, really love the Kribbitt and yes have tweaked it a bit to stop the wobble.  Have found it invaluable in the kitchen, so pleased I have one. 

Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on June 23, 2013, 07:06:50 am
Emme I am really pleased. I am always tweaking mine to fit  my leg or desk or whatever.it is great  that is is so flexible and does not move!

Gert

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Post by: Greyhoundmum on June 23, 2013, 12:57:22 pm
Been fighting with Telstra - out of the blue we have a letter saying "we are discontinuing your Bundle" please ring us to talk of options, I ring and they offer me a higher priced bundle with less data and a requirement to sign up for 2 years when I am currently not in contract.  I complained and got 3 different answers, I have now logged a complaint with TIO, i am so over them!!! looks like I am going to switch providers but it is all so inconvenient and tiring and time consuming!!!!!

I have looked at the Kribbit since hearing about it on here, to be honest I was surprised a the price tag (dont think Im allowed to puit in here) , is it really worth it???
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Post by: droverjess on June 23, 2013, 08:31:38 pm
GHM I looked too after the good reviews and it was much pricier than I expected. So I walked away.

(I have to say we are in process of buying a house and there are no other purchases being considered right now.  AND even food shopping is heavily restricted as we have a month to eat the cupboards and reduce the freezers. However we are almost to a loo paper crisis tonight so will have to dash out tomorrow..... I know far TOO much information) !!!!!!

Question : can one walk away from Internet pages or is there some other more apt description...
Clicked away, perhaps we need a new verb for this. .... Suggestions please.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 24, 2013, 07:43:46 am
Good luck with Telstra GHM. we live in suburbia, only 11km from the city centre and our mobiles are lucky to have one bar of power.

I couldn't walk past this book when I saw it.
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These are some purchases from The Good Store with a voucher we received at Christmas. I thought the enamel mugs are perfect for camping, they won't break and I can put my hands round them to keep warm. There is a folding bucket and a mini wheat bag with a cover.
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Post by: droverjess on June 24, 2013, 08:03:49 am
Lovely book and things cookie.

Where we re moving to has TERRIBLE mobile service and will mean changing networks again. We believe there is a high speed internet trial about to happen in the area. My contract runs to jan then I can change networks, DH is only few months in to new 24 m contract. Trouble is we can't do without these things now, especially when running businesses.

Hope you get sorted GHM.
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Post by: judydawn on June 24, 2013, 08:14:38 am
Nice buys Cookie. 

How we come to rely on our internet and what a curse it is when it goes slow.  My computer is a bit slow at the moment so I go over to the iPad and often find out something or post a reply with that before the computer even finds what I have clicked on.
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Post by: mcmich on June 24, 2013, 08:26:33 am
I revel in having minimal technology.  :D No mobile - extra  ;D ;D


The clunky PC in the study - a laptop of questionable usability... wondering how two cans and a piece of string could work for me???  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 24, 2013, 08:42:04 am
The bucket in the bag looks interesting Cookie. ??? Is there a maximum weight you can carry in it? It's amazing what you can buy these days :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 24, 2013, 09:03:45 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on June 23, 2013, 12:57:22 pm
Been fighting with Telstra - out of the blue we have a letter saying "we are discontinuing your Bundle" please ring us to talk of options, I ring and they offer me a higher priced bundle with less data and a requirement to sign up for 2 years when I am currently not in contract.  I complained and got 3 different answers, I have now logged a complaint with TIO, i am so over them!!! looks like I am going to switch providers but it is all so inconvenient and tiring and time consuming!!!!!

I have looked at the Kribbit since hearing about it on here, to be honest I was surprised a the price tag (dont think Im allowed to puit in here) , is it really worth it???

Persevere with the complaint to Telstra you may benefit. In the end.

The Kribbitt is worth every penny. It is just unfortunate that the postage and the falling dollar  have made it more expensive than it could be.  I have two useless stands which cost me more than 2 Kribbits.  I bought 3 Kribbitts for my iPad and Kindles. My DH has not had his iPad off the Kribbitt since I gave it to him. Excellent for his arthritic hands which have trouble grabbing things including me! But that could be a good thing. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 24, 2013, 10:37:51 am
Stand still for 5 minutes Gretchen and give the poor chap a chance.
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Post by: goldfish on June 24, 2013, 10:50:08 am
;D. ;D. ;D. ;D. ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 24, 2013, 11:02:13 am
Ya think????LOL!

Gert
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Post by: droverjess on June 24, 2013, 11:26:43 am
Oh Gert.... You've made me cry with laughter again....  ;D ;D ;D

It'll be on my wish list.... But there are so many other essential wishes: double glazing, new heating system........ That it may be a wee while.
DH now decided if we get the keys on time we'll camp overnight and wake up on his birthday in our new home. Pretty cool huh?!!!
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 24, 2013, 11:39:37 am
very cool dj,  so very exciting xx
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 11:57:20 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 24, 2013, 10:37:51 am
Stand still for 5 minutes Gretchen and give the poor chap a chance.

Lmao .. Jd this image had me in stitches.. Thx for the giggle lol!
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Post by: judydawn on June 24, 2013, 12:00:32 pm
Good for you Kim, a good belly laugh does wonders sometimes.  xx

DJ, you  sound like a couple of kids with their first home, just can't wait to get into it. Here's hoping everything goes to plan for you, it sounds like fun.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 12:03:14 pm
Very exciting dj... So happy for you..we still have a few things to sort out :)

That it does jd xx
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 12:28:05 pm
Does anyoneknow the brand esteele?? Sorry if im being ignorant but ive never heard of it and saw a kettle i thought was cute and works on all cooktops including induction.. Was between something like this one and a glass electric one..

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Post by: Jamberie on June 24, 2013, 12:32:03 pm
If it looks that cute,  I'm not sure I'd worry about the brand Frozzie... I might even need one too :D
But I have heard of it before,  just can't remember where or what. Sorry!
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 01:35:00 pm
Im not normally fixated on brands but these days with so much @$/@# made in china etc i prefer to know what im buying.. Going for generally more expensive but sound brands who have a lifetime reputation of quality.. Saying that its just a kettle and a stove top one so how wrong can you go lol
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Post by: cookie1 on June 24, 2013, 01:59:48 pm
Estéele cookware is fine Kim. Their saucepans last well as Mum had a set for years and years. In fact they outlasted her.

CC I'm not sure what the maximum weight is for the bucket. I can't see it anywhere.

DJ this is all so very exciting. I'd be all for camping in there overnight.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 02:18:51 pm
Thanks cookie just bought it.. Thought it was cute.. Worst case i can replace it 😁
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Post by: obbie on June 24, 2013, 09:59:54 pm
Gretchen, give him a chance, stay still for  minutes.

DJ, you sound so much more happier, hope the move goes well.
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Post by: droverjess on June 24, 2013, 10:49:11 pm
Thanks everyone, we simply can't believe it all. You guys and  *: have helped me through many gruelling months.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 24, 2013, 10:51:18 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on June 24, 2013, 02:18:51 pm
Thanks cookie just bought it.. Thought it was cute.. Worst case i can replace it 😁

You won't have to replace that one Frozzie. I have a friend with a glass one and it is disgustingly discoloured and  is totally brown inside now. She never cleans it and makes you think just  what is in the water that stains it.

DJ this is all very exciting. Now mind you don't get so busy when you move in that you can't keep us up,with the Excitement. Some  of our lives are very dull you know. I think you should start a new thread. Maybe DJ's Wonderful Adventure?

It is 19.3 degrees in my bedroom in Cairns but the sun is up  so as soon as it is 20 I will leap out of bed!

Gert under the covers
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Post by: droverjess on June 24, 2013, 10:58:51 pm
That is hot Gert.... Today in mid summer we got to 16'.
Had to wear a fleece on my evening walk.

And owing to current thermal imbalances am on top of the covers and it is 12' outside.
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Post by: goldfish on June 24, 2013, 11:02:15 pm
It's 11c here in Sydney DJ.. Mid winter.  ... Hope your summer heats up considerably for you soon!!!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 24, 2013, 11:02:55 pm
I know all about thermal imbalances! Drives ya nuts.

  It has now gone up to 19.4 so I have my arms out of the covers and my iPad on my knee.

Gert
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Post by: jo_nz on June 24, 2013, 11:12:04 pm
It's 8 degrees outside now (10am) with an expected high of 11 today.  Really LOVE my heatpump - we have a ducted system to working at home today to stay warm.

My shopping for the last few days has been cookie cutters for baking with the kids (NinjaBread Men for DS, and heart/star/flower set for DD). 
And just ordering a flash for our new DSLR camera - having lots of fun with it, but a LOT to learn!
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Post by: Emme on June 24, 2013, 11:40:15 pm
DJ, so pleased exciting things are happening for you at last.  Take care  ;D

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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2013, 02:23:49 am
shopping this weekend.....
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Post by: Nikkit on June 25, 2013, 02:53:10 am
I dropped off several bags of unwanted goodies to the Salvos yesterday and just had to go inside and have a look and then just had to buy 2 "new" cookbooks...
I need them like a hole in the head, but who could resist?
The Donna Hay book was $5 (still had the original price tag on it - $45!!)
The Slow Food book was $2

Last of the big spenders here!! ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2013, 03:58:53 am
Afternoon

Good to know gert....

Hope the rain ends soon... Last day of school tomorrow then this weekend flying the kids up to qld then flying back monday.. Follow free me time lol!!
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Post by: judydawn on June 25, 2013, 04:23:41 am
Great buys Nikkit - of course you had to have them, very few of us would have walked away at that price.

Hope the kids have a great time with their grandparents Kim and that you enjoy a bit of respite once back home too.
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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2013, 06:01:28 am
Kids should be fine flying Kim.
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Post by: Wonder on June 25, 2013, 06:32:30 am
You won't know yourself Kim.

I had to buy a new fountain pen today after learning it's going to cost over $100 to have my current one fixed  :( it was a gift from DH a number of years ago but this is the second time it's cracked in the same place and it was only worth around $150 to begin with, so really can't bring myself to have it fixed a second time. I bought a good quality functional one which I'll use until I decide what to do.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2013, 07:56:13 am
Im sure they would be robyn but this time im flying up and back twice to travel with them.. Not the cheapest option but makes me feel better.. Dont trust alot of ppl when it comes to my kids... Im sure it will get better with time.. See how it all goes as well being up with their grandparents for the first time alone and me adjusting to not having them.. A little bitter sweet at first i think 😁
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Post by: droverjess on June 25, 2013, 09:00:36 am
Frozzie how exciting, next time they can travel as unaccompanied minors, in the care of the airline, the stewardesses look after them and they have to be signed in by you and collected by your folks.  They'll love it. I did it as a kid, and so did some of the kids I've nannied for.

You will feel funny the first night, like you lost a limb, but then you adjust. How long are they going for? The more you do it the easier it gets.
By the time mine were 10 and 11 they were criss crossing the country by train on their own ( as a pair) and changing trains. This meant reading noticeboards and changing plAtforms at busy stations. Long journeys too. First time was nail biting but they got good at it. sent them away on a school skiing trip when they were even younger at lambing time one year to give me some respite to do sheep and they came back as a team.  That was a long bus journey each end and plane in the middle.
Planes are much easier that way - put them in one end, get them out the other end.
Fostering independence is a vital part of a child's education and skill set, something that nowadays is often overlooked. By the time they were 12 they could travel alone anywhere by train, and this was before the mobile phone age. I don't think I feel any different now while DS is in Canada and he's a grown man!
You will be able to sleep in, watch TV or go to a movie, and just chill. I hope you can make the most of it? Just don't feel guilty, that's the most important thing.
Enjoy xxx
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Post by: cookie1 on June 25, 2013, 09:01:52 am
Good buys Nikkit.
Kim it will be hard at first but they will be fine. I'm sure you will speak to them often.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2013, 09:32:50 am
Dj thx .. And cookie

Yes i know i will enjoy the sudden freedom but will worry about them.. They are very much used to travel especially airports etc but not on their own..they have travelled all over the world since thy were babies.. Think will try it next time as its expensive and a bit silly me flying up and back twice but im just a crazy mum who gets a bit of seperation anxiety when her babies are away lol. Im sure they will be fibe.. I have always taught them to be independent just have always been in the background..

Dj i couldnt ever do that.. Kids changing platforms on trains etc.. Just dont trust the nutjobs in our society these days.. I would never forgive myself.. Ds is already asking to walk to school.. Told him its not happening anytime soon lol. He is 7!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 25, 2013, 11:02:44 am
Yay! I won a couple of Women's Weekly cookbooks I think...I don't remember entering the competition, but I must've liked the prizes otherwise I wouldn't enter just for the sake of winning something. Whatever the prize is the curiosity is getting to me already and you can be sure I'll be posting a pic here. *happy dance*
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Post by: cookie1 on June 25, 2013, 11:04:30 am
Congratulations CP.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 25, 2013, 11:05:54 am
Win win CP!

Gert
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Post by: Emme on June 25, 2013, 11:39:11 am
Well done CP and welcome home
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 25, 2013, 11:54:38 am
Thanks everyone, I'm glad to be back in the fold.
Had a wonderful holiday and whilst I experienced some jet lag today I would do it all again in a flash. Next year Croatia again, and possibly Spain and Portugal.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 25, 2013, 02:00:59 pm
Congrats cp.. Always good to be home:)
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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2013, 09:53:10 pm
Great your back CP. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2013, 12:59:23 am
Just a little shop at Aldi on my way into work this morning...
-infused oils (chilli and garlic)
-truffles
-extracts (vanilla, almond, hazelnut)
-fridge mat
-finishing glazes
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2013, 01:32:44 am
Ooh Jamberie, I already want/need/ desire an Aldi over here.. Your lovely purchases make it worse.  ;D :D :D
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Post by: Yvette on June 26, 2013, 02:30:47 am
Yay CP  :)
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2013, 03:27:09 am
I will be adding to here on Saturday..... :D
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Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2013, 03:32:43 am
What on earth can you be buying Robyn!?!?!  :D
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2013, 03:34:15 am
I am sure with the day in Cairns, I can find plenty of kitchen stuff, clothes to buy, while the kids are at the movies with DH.

 :)
Myer sale is on..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 04:07:14 am
Bought some cookware from Aldi today. Really good prices. The pie dish comes with a funnel and pie weights for only $6.99. All in my favourite colour Red  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 04:11:57 am
Also couldn't resist stopping in and browsing the cookbook section at the op-shop.

Got this great baking folder for 50c - looks like a 90's collect a recipe every week for the rest of your life type folder. Have looked through it and found at least 18 recipes I want to try so far. As an added bonus at the back of the folder was a Mary Berry favourite cakes book.  :D
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2013, 06:11:46 am
Looks good Michelle :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2013, 07:07:37 am
Wow Mich that worked out well.
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Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 07:15:15 am
I don't feel good about only paying 50c for the folder of at least 300 recipes, all beautiful full page colour recipes, every recipe is pictured and the Mary Berry cake book.

I will get together a few boxes of things and donate them back to the store. Usually I just give them all the gold coins in my purse for whatever I buy. Don't know what came over me today.  ???
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Post by: Frozzie on June 26, 2013, 07:38:51 am
I bought some delicious cookbooks at aldi.. Saw the cookware but wasnt impressed.. A friend bought the air fryer...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 07:47:57 am
I saw the cookbooks too Kim, although got 2 of them at Coles for $5 each last year. I hope the cast iron cook wear holds up?

It didn't cost a fortune - will let you know how it fares.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2013, 11:15:07 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 04:07:14 am
Bought some cookware from Aldi today. Really good prices. The pie dish comes with a funnel and pie weights for only $6.99. All in my favourite colour Red  :D
After my spend up this morning I went back to get a French pan too :)  mine is a dusty blue colour :)
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on June 26, 2013, 11:28:41 am
Gert you have convinced me,but rather than spend the money on the Kribbit  for myself I am going to get it sent to my Mum in England as she has recently purchased an ipad.
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Post by: Frozzie on June 26, 2013, 12:21:45 pm
Quote from: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 07:47:57 am
I saw the cookbooks too Kim, although got 2 of them at Coles for $5 each last year. I hope the cast iron cook wear holds up?

It didn't cost a fortune - will let you know how it fares.

That was a great price for the books mich.. Got two as thought they were good but the third one didnt appeal to me as much..

Hope the cast iron cookware holds up for you... :)
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 07:13:57 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on June 26, 2013, 11:15:07 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 04:07:14 am
Bought some cookware from Aldi today. Really good prices. The pie dish comes with a funnel and pie weights for only $6.99. All in my favourite colour Red  :D
After my spend up this morning I went back to get a French pan too :)  mine is a dusty blue colour :)

The dusty blue was so pretty. Will be interested to see how they hold up? I have a Le Creuset casserole dish, so have something to compare it to.
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Post by: stacelee on June 26, 2013, 09:48:02 pm
I bought a cast iron french pan from Aldi a while ago and it has been fine.  Its probably one of my favourites of my cookware.  It seems to be holding up very well and for the amount that I use it (maybe once a week) I can't justify a more expensive one.  I'm heading there today (I hope) to see if they have any of the roasting dishes left.  I'm always a bit sceptical about the value in some of the more expensive name branded items, unfortunately you don't always get what you pay for....most of my kitchen is stocked with "commercial" kitchenware which may not be as pretty but is definitely as functional and durable.  My absolute favourite frypan is a cheap black iron/blue steel frypan which costs a whole $27 and is almost indestructible and my teenagers haven't killed.

I had a great night at T2 last night, I went to a tea tasting of Assam and Darjeeling Tea and came home with a free teapot and packet of tea.  While I was there I stocked up on the Lavender and Chamomile tea and a packet of Irish Breakfast for my mother.  Love that shop and the staff are always lovely.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 26, 2013, 10:05:25 pm
I have a heap of cast iron frypans, saucepans, griddle, camp ovens.
all from good camping shops, heaps cheaper, and they have lasted years. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 26, 2013, 10:09:50 pm
Did anyone buy the airfryer, and is it any good..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 27, 2013, 12:49:52 am
Michelle, I bought the same large casserole dish from Aldi a few years ago. I don't use it that much but I've found the quality to be great and can't tell the difference between it and my Le Crueset - if anything the Aldi one is a thicker and heavier iron. I'm not sure if it's the same size but I find mine a little too big for us.
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on June 27, 2013, 12:52:57 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 07:13:57 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on June 26, 2013, 11:15:07 am
Quote from: mcmich on June 26, 2013, 04:07:14 am
Bought some cookware from Aldi today. Really good prices. The pie dish comes with a funnel and pie weights for only $6.99. All in my favourite colour Red  :D
After my spend up this morning I went back to get a French pan too :)  mine is a dusty blue colour :)

The dusty blue was so pretty. Will be interested to see how they hold up? I have a Le Creuset casserole dish, so have something to compare it to.

Yes it will be interesting to see...Wonder & Stacelee's reviews seem like a positive start. With having my TMX, I don't use my stove as much as I used to and so I just can't justify the price of the Le Crueset. Today I might have to go back to get the roasting dish  :o
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2013, 05:58:54 am
I hijacked the parcel post man this morning hoping for my Kribbitt, but the parcel was DD's  :'( perhaps tomorrow.
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Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2013, 06:52:48 am
Thanks Stacelee and Wonder for the reviews. Like Jams said that sounds like a good start. At $24.99 it was worth buying.

Robyn, the camping stores are an economical alternative and are made to last.
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2013, 06:59:25 am
always used cast iron fry pans ect, No fancy Name ones.. :)
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Post by: jo_nz on June 27, 2013, 07:08:04 am
Bought an "apple machine" (as the kids call them - those ones that cut into spirals) as a farewell gift for dd's playcentre - we finish there in two weeks after being at that particular centre for almost 5 years (well dd not so long of course).
From next term she will just do kindy.
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Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2013, 07:11:38 am
That's a lovely gift Jo - very good for a pre-school.

I hope your DD settles into Kindy well.

How's your weather? Was talking to my in-laws and they said it had been snowing in Christchurch - BBBRRR!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2013, 07:32:39 am
Do they peel the apples for the children Jo? I have one of those and I love it as it takes ages to peel and chop a pile of apples for pies etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 08:15:21 am
My new slow cooker was magnificent today when I cooked a bunny in it. Yummy.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on June 27, 2013, 08:31:43 am
Have decided to order some of the tea from T2 online.  This thread is bad for me.

Glad slow cooker is going well Gert.  Have some beef cheeks to cook as well.
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Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2013, 08:39:25 am
If you like vanilla, get some Madagascan (sp?) Vanilla.  Its very yum!  My daughter swears by their creme brulee and terrific toffee but they are too sweet for me.  My favourites are the arctic fire, chilli kiss and really russian.  Last night I got to taste some of the Darjeelings and Assam...my favourite of them was the Assam Beesakopie (they gave me a box to take home) and the Darjeeling Okayti (which apparently Queen Victoria drank)...I also like the Hobart Breakfast, which bizarrely tastes of apple.  Their tins are great for storing tea and I love some of their other bits and pieces like the tea scoops.  I'm hanging out to get one of their tasting sets...very cute.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2013, 08:42:59 am
I love T2. The Brisbane breakfast is lovely too as it seems to have a faint taste of mango. i enjoy their Chai made in the TMX. I put it in the bowl and brew it up for a while, then add milk and a bit of honey.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on June 27, 2013, 08:51:02 am
Quote from: Emme on June 27, 2013, 08:31:43 am
Have decided to order some of the tea from T2 online.  This thread is bad for me.

Glad slow cooker is going well Gert.  Have some beef cheeks to cook as well.

Marie, run while you can and don't look back.  ;D
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Post by: Jude59 on June 27, 2013, 10:10:35 am
I love T2 as well.  We are drinking hibiscus tea and Refresh from there at the mo.  Make a pot mid morning and drink it throughout the day. 
Bought a new microwave today as decided I wanted a grill plus microwave function particularly for reheating pastry type things. Ended up getting this http://www.panasonic.com.au/Products/Microwave+ovens/Steam/Product+listing anyone else here have one?  Two oldest granddaughters coming to play during the school holidays too so added to my granny craft  stash...... http://www.craftonline.com.au/shopping/ebosser.asp
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Post by: maddy on June 27, 2013, 01:32:32 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7ad62370fbb2e84591b3c140e8c9950f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/75ac3d105e6f80a87092d74dbd04fbc8.jpg)
it's a vase  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/058bc28bbfd661e7f483b596d9c75d90.jpg)
3 sets of new soft bath sheets, & hand towels.....my old ones are too far on the shabby side, than the chic!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8d9ab4001b1e23e73948bbb6234ec220.jpg)
I know the show hasn't started yet   :P  but loved the look of this book


......and Mr. Maddy has just bought this today

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/be58722f80fb40cdde1af0d266d4cfc7.jpg)

UNFORTUNATELY, completely not by choice!
His 18 month old tractor is still in pieces, with major engine repairs required, and it's warranty runs out in August  :-)).  It was a lemon from the get-go, and it has cost us lot of money whilst its had MANY issues  attended to >:(
We have lots of work ahead, so if this new one above has any issues....there will be blood!  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on June 27, 2013, 01:44:24 pm
I think you have a lot more shopping you can do to catch up with DH's spending maddy, what a lovely looking piece of equipment.  I hope he has more luck with this one though.
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Post by: jo_nz on June 27, 2013, 09:00:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 27, 2013, 07:32:39 am
Do they peel the apples for the children Jo? I have one of those and I love it as it takes ages to peel and chop a pile of apples for pies etc.
Not usually, but each day has some type of food prep activity - baking, drinks, fruit kebabs, sandwiches, whatever. I have taken my apple cutter along before and it's great fun.
I love mine for apple crumbles and pies and just for sliced apple.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 27, 2013, 10:14:21 pm
I have 2 apple slinkys jo.

Great for kids.

Maddy, love Mr Maddy's shopping. ;D

why is it Guy shopping is alot more expensive than girls shopping..
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Post by: Emme on June 27, 2013, 10:28:57 pm
Great shopping Maddy although I think you have a lot of catching up to do to keep up with Mr Maddy :D ;D

I also purchased the bake off book from ibooks, some very interesting recipes in it.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 10:40:13 pm
Maddy that looks like a Tonka Tractor but no doubt costs a wee bit more. Lovely piece of equipment and something that really works well. Must have been very frustrating and nasty to have bought a Lemon. Name and Shame I say. I feel sorry for farmers who get dudded. Not nice and a sad reflection on the people who sell such stuff to them. Life is hard enough.

Gert
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Post by: Nikkit on June 27, 2013, 11:25:15 pm
Hey Gert, you got room in your slow cooker for a sly fox ? (don't think I want to eat it though...just thought it might match the bunny you cooked!)
We had one come in at about 4.30 yesterday arvo and hurt a chook (won't go into graphics...but I had to put it out of its misery).
He's still around as we heard him terrorising geese up the road last night and also this morning. I'm not letting my chookies out today  :(

Ooops, sorry...that's not got anything to do with shopping has it?

Except we have to go buy more chooks as ours are slowly disappearing.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 11:28:39 pm
That is a Shane Nikkit, I guess foxes got to eat too. You allowed to shoot it.? Fox collar might be nice on the driazabone.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on June 28, 2013, 12:33:38 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 10:40:13 pm
Maddy that looks like a Tonka Tractor but no doubt costs a wee bit more.

LOL...it does in that picture  :P  wish it had the same price tag as a tonka!

Quote from: Gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 10:40:13 pm
Must have been very frustrating and nasty to have bought a Lemon. Name and Shame I say. I feel sorry for farmers who get dudded.
Gert

 this is the 2nd new tractor we've had major mechanical issues with.  What's infuriating is that this time, it's kaput because 1 bolt wasn't tightened up enough in the engine, at the manufacturers plant   :-))......no one reimburses us for the down time whilst its out of action because go their stuff ups!  >:(.....so we are so done with this company forever!

I would love to name & shame, but I have just been through an ordeal with another atrocious company, who had threatened me with a defamation lawsuit for telling the truth about them, and  their unbelievably disgusting service   :-))  so, you could say I'm more than wary in doing so now!
The consumer loses again  :-))

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Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 12:46:24 am
Maybe you could just tell us the atrocious company name without saying atrocious. Like I bought a  blank  from blank and it died. No harm in that.. We say it all the time about other products being unsatisfactory or the service being bad like the William Sonoma problems in Sydney.


The more these people get publicised the better it is for everyone. We should just mark them in lemons out of 10 perhaps.🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 28, 2013, 12:50:59 am
Nikkit,


google   Fox Lights

I sell them, and they work, keeps foxes and dingoes away.
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Post by: goldfish on June 28, 2013, 01:02:19 am
Quote from: maddy on June 28, 2013, 12:33:38 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 10:40:13 pm
Maddy that looks like a Tonka Tractor but no doubt costs a wee bit more.

LOL...it does in that picture  :P  wish it had the same price tag as a tonka!

Quote from: Gertbysea on June 27, 2013, 10:40:13 pm
Must have been very frustrating and nasty to have bought a Lemon. Name and Shame I say. I feel sorry for farmers who get dudded.
Gert

 this is the 2nd new tractor we've had major mechanical issues with.  What's infuriating is that this time, it's kaput because 1 bolt wasn't tightened up enough in the engine, at the manufacturers
The consumer loses again  :-))


Choice magazine???  ;D

This is just deplorable!!!! Putting machinery together.. check/check again/have it checked by someone else!!!  Whatever has happened to accountability???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 28, 2013, 01:03:59 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on June 19, 2013, 11:18:46 am
Wow wonder that's a fair effort. Don't think I've reached $100 there yet.

Quick trip in town today to buy mums birthday present and couldn't resist these pjs pants.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/19/va4egejy.jpg)

I have these with the grey top :) so warm :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on June 28, 2013, 01:06:59 am
Found this in Highpoint in Melbourne, $20, 495 pages, lovely book
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/28/uzy8a8y8.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on June 28, 2013, 01:16:07 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 12:46:24 am
Maybe you could just tell us the atrocious company name without saying atrocious. Like I bought a  blank  from blank and it died. No harm in that.. We say it all the time about other products being unsatisfactory or the service being bad like the William Sonoma problems in Sydney.

What blows my mind is that they can spend the time trolling public forums to see what people are saying about them, instead of ringing their customers & leaving them in the lurch for months!

Quote from: obbie on June 28, 2013, 12:50:59 am
Nikkit,
google   Fox Lights
I sell them, and they work, keeps foxes and dingoes away.

....they have worked for us.  We also bought 2 Alpacas, so they help look after the lambs as well.
Trouble is, when foxes are hungry, they will hunt through the day unfortunately.
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Post by: goldfish on June 28, 2013, 01:32:02 am
Maddy - I've heard Maremma dogs are an absolute godsend looking after livestock . . . but very costly to get hold of . . .
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Post by: maddy on June 28, 2013, 01:54:50 am
Quote from: goldfish on June 28, 2013, 01:32:02 am
Maddy - I've heard Maremma dogs are an absolute godsend looking after livestock . . . but very costly to get hold of . . .

Yes, they do a great job.  Our stock are located on another property, so the alpacas are low maintenance & eat what the sheep do  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on June 28, 2013, 03:44:14 am
Maddy did you end up every getting the furniture from the supplier you had problems with?

I just noticed the Great Australian Bake Off book amongst the latest social club books at work for only $15, I thought it was only a new release.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on June 28, 2013, 06:21:01 am
Obbie - but do the lights works during the day? It seems that this is the time we are losing chooks, not at night when they are locked up.  :(
No to alpacas, llamas and mareema doggies thanks, have enough livestock on our big farm here...all of 5 acres.
Oh and Gert I'd love to be a able to shoot the sod, it would really make my day, but being on 5 acres the neighbours are a tad close and I don't think they'd appreciate me out there with the old shotgun! They are all "city slickers turned farmers" :-)) :-)) :-)) and  don't see the need for a death once in a while.
Don't have a drizabone...but could see a nice fox trim on my spotty horses saddle blanket. 

maddy - keep on the companys back, ring them every day, be their worst nightmare, it may not help the tractor, but it will annoy them every day... even better if you can get a direct line to the boss. Good luck.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 28, 2013, 06:39:23 am
They flash on and off, to scare dingoes and foxes.

I have 3 lots of customers who have bought them from and and swear on them.

They have won awards too.
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Post by: Nikkit on June 28, 2013, 06:40:26 am
obbie - I'll have a look at them. thanks.  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 06:56:15 am
I say just get the shotgun out. No one will know it is you. Is it just easy pickings for the fox or are they short of food?

I was out today, DH heard a kerfuffle and when he went to investigate found Jaxon the Jack Russell cross staring at a Willy Wagtail on the patio looking decidedly sleepy. Ummmm.  When asked Jaxon had no idea how it got there. Poor Willy. It must have been in the house as there were a few feathers in the living room.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/28/y8ugysep.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on June 28, 2013, 08:22:04 am
Poor willy
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Post by: cookie1 on June 28, 2013, 08:45:58 am
Maddy friends of ours have just put 2 alpacas in with their sheep. They say others round them have done it and it works.

With your other experiences have you spoken with consumer affairs? The ones over here are very helpful.

Love the tractor. How many horsepower?

I will be interested to see what you thin of the Bake off book, I have been looking at it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on June 28, 2013, 09:26:15 am
Plenty of food around Gert, bunnies galore, and almost everyone has chooks etc here.
Maybe they just like ours - they are pretty fat and healthy ;D
Soooo tempted to shoot it!
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Post by: droverjess on June 28, 2013, 09:48:01 am
Maddy, so sorry to read this just tell us what colour it was, as members of the 'tribe' we speak the language.  ;D

Nikkit yes pull the trigger. It will just get worse otherwise.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 09:49:20 am
Quote from: Droverjess on June 28, 2013, 09:48:01 am
Maddy, so sorry to read this just tell us what colour it was, as members of the 'tribe' we speak the language.  ;D

Nikkit yes pull the trigger. It will just get worse otherwise.

Go on ya know you want to.

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on June 28, 2013, 09:54:16 am
Quote from: Halex on June 28, 2013, 01:06:59 am
Found this in Highpoint in Melbourne, $20, 495 pages, lovely book
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/28/uzy8a8y8.jpg)

I saw this book today but thought it was probably a mix of the other slow cooker books by Ww.. So didnt get it.. Are they new recipes??
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Post by: goldfish on June 28, 2013, 10:00:52 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 06:56:15 am
I say just get the shotgun out. No one will know it is you. Is it just easy pickings for the fox or are they short of food?


Gert


OMG  Gert!! Now look what you've done!!! And you reckon the neighbours won't notice?!?!? ;D ;D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/28/e4egesad.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 28, 2013, 10:22:20 am
ROFLMAO!!!

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 29, 2013, 06:16:33 am
Whoa...don't mess with the women on this forum!!! :D

Popped into Domayne on the way home from Subi Market, and came out with these pretty things :)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/29/y9ytapuv.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2013, 08:09:45 am
I like them BZB  :)
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Post by: jeninwa on June 29, 2013, 08:48:20 am
Very nice BZB.
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Post by: obbie on June 29, 2013, 10:39:10 am
went shopping

bought Knives, more Knives and forks,, paring knives,  had so much fun

scrubbies, shoes  for me, , 4 cook books, kids clothes, DH socks..

Great day :)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 29, 2013, 11:53:29 am
New coffee machine :D with lots of help from forum membes for advice & suggestions...
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 29, 2013, 03:03:47 pm
great shopping Robyn ;D

looks wonderful jamberie enjoy ;D
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Post by: maddy on June 30, 2013, 12:28:46 am
Quote from: Droverjess on June 28, 2013, 09:48:01 am
Maddy, so sorry to read this just tell us what colour it was, as members of the 'tribe' we speak the language.  ;D

It is silver, starts with L, & there is a sports car made by same company.....actually, this was our third one!
First one we bought, the engine blew up at 2 months old and they had to replace it, 2nd one had issues & we needed more power, so traded up to a bigger model, then this 3rd ones engine is cactus  >:(.....hubby will never sit bum in another!
You would expect a longer life beyond 2 years from these expensive machines  :-))

Quote from: cookie1 on June 28, 2013, 08:45:58 am
Maddy friends of ours have just put 2 alpacas in with their sheep. They say others round them have done it and it works.


They do works well Cookie.  They tend to stomp on animals other than the sheep, and if there is an orphan lamb, they will stand beside it and protect them, so you are alerted the lamb is there.  One person we know had an alpaca gently push the young lamb back to its Mother


With your other experiences have you spoken with consumer affairs? The ones over here are very helpful.


Well....a lot of back & forth since then, and apparently a delivery will be made next week.....not holding my breath on that one!  Will let you know  ;)


Love the tractor. How many horsepower?


No idea  :P it's big is all I know LOL



I will be interested to see what you thin of the Bake off book, I have been looking at it.


haven't had a chance to have a good look through yet, but will let you know  when I do ;)


I bought a bulk lot of 100 pinklily hangtastic coat hangers.....love them!
DD needs them & so do I.....I plan to banish the wire ones for good....or give them to Mr. Maddy  :P

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Post by: Halex on June 30, 2013, 12:43:42 am
Frozzie, there are definately some recipes that I dont have, for $20 it was worth it :)

Sme lovely recipes :)
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Post by: Frozzie on June 30, 2013, 03:48:44 am
Thx H
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Post by: SoBlessed on June 30, 2013, 06:52:01 am
Maddy can you let me know what you think of the hangers? I would like some, but I'm waiting for a good special!
Meanwhile I bought something similar from the cheap shop - they aren't too bad, but I'm sure the ones you have would be better  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 30, 2013, 07:14:54 am
Thanks for all the answers Maddy. I appreciate it.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 30, 2013, 08:47:43 am
I just happened to see this in the ABC shop yesterday. I have been thinking of getting it for ages. It was produced to raise funds for the QLD floods. It isn't full of pictures but I love this type of book as it has everyone's favourite recipes in. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/30/tahu2u3u.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on June 30, 2013, 10:16:06 am
I am trying to locate some of these spring stitch holders.  The only ones I can find are the ones that close like a safety pin which are no good for what I want.  If anyone happens to see any could you please let me know. Thanks(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/30/9urehuha.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 30, 2013, 11:34:33 am
Will keep my eyes open Marie.
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Post by: judydawn on June 30, 2013, 12:48:41 pm
Someone is bound to come across them in their travels Marie, hold tight!
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 30, 2013, 09:13:33 pm
Marie, I have never seen these, but you could perhaps try to contact these (http://www.yarnandco.com/) people and they may be able to help.  There is also another (http://www.morrisandsons.com.au) shop in Melbourne CBD that might have some ideas.
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Post by: Emme on June 30, 2013, 09:28:50 pm
Thank you ladies. very much appreciated.

Marie
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Post by: maddy on July 01, 2013, 12:53:03 am
Quote from: SoBlessed on June 30, 2013, 06:52:01 am
Maddy can you let me know what you think of the hangers? I would like some, but I'm waiting for a good special!
Meanwhile I bought something similar from the cheap shop - they aren't too bad, but I'm sure the ones you have would be better  :)

this is the 2nd set I've purchased, and I'm really happy with them.
I have left over clips & pant rails from the last lot, so will add them to some of these hangers.

They hold heavy garments with no problem, delicates don't slip off the hanger because of the rubber shoulders, and are slimline & sturdy......that is, if you don't have a daughter who yanks her clothes off the hangers  :-)).  I have threatened to charge her per hanger if she does it again   ;)

TVSN have great deals, but unfortunately the bargain packs are sold out at the moment.  Keep an eye on the program guide for when pinklily is aired next  ;)
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Post by: mrsb on July 01, 2013, 01:20:49 am
Gert,

I love my kribbitt!! I put it on straight away and it's never been taken off. It's awesome!

My only complaint (which is pathetic) is that if I'm lying down in bed it digs into my ribs, chest after a while. Yes, only minor I know. But I think it's worth every cent.

I'm on holidays now so this thread will probably get updated daily  :D oh the poor bank balance...
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2013, 01:47:51 am
So happy mrsb.  When I am in bed I usually rest it on my thigh! But then I am sitting up. You can narrow it or widen it to accommodate a thick or thin leg too. Where are ya?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2013, 01:56:58 am
Ooh naughty me. I can't remember if I said thanks to Gert. I did send a message to Helene. Gert I love mine. I also have a problem though. My DD keeps pinching it.. Of course it means purchasing another ! More power to Helene.

Mrsb I hope you are enjoying your holiday.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2013, 02:19:09 am
What I also like is that Helene is helping out a fellow Canadian and a new inventor to get the Kribbitt out there before someone or some country copies it. He deserves to reap some reward for such innovation. I bet Helene was not happy when our dollar started the shrink and the postal charges when up. But nevertheless I don't mind paying for a quality product that works well and which I use all day every day.. My DH guards his closely as well. I am so glad I bought three. No waiting! I like  being able to take my mini out and about with the Kribbitt. Great for coffee stops and now my local shopping centre has free wifi I can still do some work , get out of the house, have coffee and chill away from home.

Love my Kribbitts.

Gert
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Post by: mrsb on July 01, 2013, 02:49:58 am
I'm a teacher so just at home for the holidays. Not really holidays as I still have planning to do.
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Post by: Nikkit on July 01, 2013, 02:55:55 am
I'm a few days late catching up on this but....Sooo glad I did not have a mouthful of coffee when I saw the chick with the old double barrel shotty! Loved it  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2013, 03:15:15 am
Mrsb I am a retired one. Enjoy every hour of your holidays. You deserve it. You are obviously not in WA as we don't start school holidays until this Friday. Friends are counting down!
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Post by: Thermesa on July 01, 2013, 06:58:40 am
I picked up silicon cupcake molds. I saw quirky Jo using then for individual puddings in the varoma and of course the next time I saw them... Probably could have waited for a sale...
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Post by: mcmich on July 01, 2013, 07:03:30 am
I wouldn't have been able to wait either. Once you get an idea in your head there is no waiting for a sale.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 01, 2013, 07:55:49 am
I've finally decided on my new sewing machine and have just picked it up. It has 60 inbuilt stitches including 8 different one step buttonholes. I won't know myself :)
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Post by: Yvette on July 01, 2013, 07:56:44 am
Good buy ES enjoy using your new machine  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 01, 2013, 07:58:48 am
Now what are you going to make ES?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 01, 2013, 07:59:07 am
I have a Bernina ES.They are fantastic machines,have fun ;) ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 01, 2013, 08:03:00 am
Nice buy ES. I have a very basic Bernina for card making mostly and love it.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 01, 2013, 08:04:07 am
I had a play with it in the shop, and I have some sunglasses cases lined up to make so I can try out the fancy stitches. I've got a busy week ahead, so I probably won't get to play with it until the weekend. :(
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Post by: Emme on July 01, 2013, 08:21:17 am
A great machine ES.  Lots of sewing projects coming up  ;) ;D

Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2013, 08:45:08 am
ES your new machine looks amazing.
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Post by: Thermesa on July 01, 2013, 10:04:07 am
That's a lot of button holes! Very exciting.
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Post by: judydawn on July 01, 2013, 10:06:28 am
Have fun with your new machine ES.
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Post by: SoBlessed on July 01, 2013, 10:57:57 am
Thanks Maddy.
Yes I'll wait for a special on TVSN - I love lots of their products :)
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Post by: mrsb on July 01, 2013, 11:31:11 am
I have to write two more posts to reach 30. Arrgghhh
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Post by: Nikkit on July 01, 2013, 11:40:26 pm
Even though House is having a 70% off sale (can you imagine the mark ups when they're still making a dollar out of the goods!) and me spending quite a while wandering through the store, there was absolutely nothing I wanted or needed!
Tragic really!
I did see a cute grater that I have had my eye on for a while - no idea why really, just looks good, but at $50 I figured it could stay there. (yup - the only item not on sale!!)

So I went and did the ever exciting food shop...without my shopping list, so not too much came home!
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Post by: jo_nz on July 02, 2013, 01:04:22 am
Oh, I like the sewing machine!   ;D 
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2013, 01:50:41 am
I have a sewing machine, only used  it about twice...
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 02, 2013, 01:52:52 am
NEVER tell people you can sew!

(Especially if your DD is a member of a callisthenics/dance team  ;))
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2013, 01:53:39 am
Great advice CP...
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Post by: Jamberie on July 02, 2013, 04:48:28 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 02, 2013, 01:52:52 am
NEVER tell people you can sew!

(Especially if your DD is a member of a callisthenics/dance team  ;))

Sounds like you might be speaking from experience CP  ;)
I once told my mother's group I made my daughter's bandana bib....30 bibs later was wishing I never did.
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Post by: JenJan on July 02, 2013, 05:25:48 am
Yay! I did it...I finally went out and bought a Dyson animal vacuum cleaner to replace the expensive ('toad') machine I've been hating more and more every time I used it. Yay! No more expensive vacuum bags which won't go into the compost! (And are as rare as hen's teeth to buy anyway.) No more having to buy generic vacuum bags which leak dust and hair into the machine and filters! (Grrr!) I've just happily vacuumed my house, as well as inside the dreaded 'toad' (which I couldn't do with my hand held vacuum.)  And I like it!   :D :D :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 02, 2013, 05:39:38 am
CP - now I know what I did wrong!

JenJan, can you come and vacuum my place? My poor burnt orange electrolux has been patched together so many times, but just keeps going. I keep thinking I need a new one, but it keeps on resurecting itself
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Post by: JenJan on July 02, 2013, 05:48:44 am
EmeraldSue... I had an orange electrolux but it died years ago and I do miss it! It was heaps better than the 'toad'!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2013, 05:56:56 am
DH and I went to both Coles and Woolworths this morning. We bought nothing. We walked around with pen and paper and wrote down things we will need to pack for food for the Birdsville trip. Food will be pretty basic as we won't have electricity. We're going to try and steer clear of pre fab food as we can't eat that anymore.
We are sharing the cooking with the other couple we are going with. He is a vegetarian so I am sure I will learn lots of new recipes. He doesn't mind us having a steak on the BBQ occasionally, with his wife.

If anyone has any super ideas for cooking without electricity I would love help.  ;D I plan bbq's, stir fries, risottos, all in one pot dinners of chicken, chick peas and Vegie curries. Possibly if we are brave some food in the camp oven. Most days we will be driving and sight seeing so not a lot of time to prepare meals.
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Post by: Yvette on July 02, 2013, 06:05:26 am
Good on you JenJan enjoy your vacuuming
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Post by: Wonder on July 02, 2013, 06:27:36 am
Well done JenJan you will love it. If you have any in the household with long hair just watch how much hair gets caught in around the barrell (not sure how to describe it) of the cleaner head. I wondered why mine wasn't working very well on the weekend and noticed DD and her girlfriend had cleaned DD's bedroom and the girlfriends car and it was totatlly clogged up with long brown hair!! I had to use scissors to cut it all before I could get everything unclogged.
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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 06:52:07 am
You will love the vacuum JJ. There are several of us that have one on here now and haven't heard a bad about them yet.
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Post by: sue_purrb on July 02, 2013, 07:16:05 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 02, 2013, 05:56:56 am
If anyone has any super ideas for cooking without electricity I would love help.  ;D I plan bbq's, stir fries, risottos, all in one pot dinners of chicken, chick peas and Vegie curries. Possibly if we are brave some food in the camp oven. Most days we will be driving and sight seeing so not a lot of time to prepare meals.

Cookie, have you heard of the Eco-Pot, or thermal pot for camping? My friend has one and loves it. You just throw everything in the pot in the morning, put it over heat for about 5-10 mins to bring it up to temperature, then it goes into an insulated carrier and cooks in the residual heat all day. Dinner is ready as soon as you set up camp. You can get different size pots in the same carrier, so could have dessert cooking away as well.
My friend bought the model that can also be plugged into the car 12 volt outlet so that if they have a really long day travelling the food will stay hot for longer.
I think there are a few different brands around. I nearly bought one from Catch of the Day a while ago, before I remembered I don't go camping!!  :D
In my defence though, I have heard of a few people using them at home instead of slow cookers, as they only require that initial short heating time, so are cheaper to run.

Sue
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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 07:24:38 am
I have a dream pot and use it at home. Makes lovely cakes and loaves. Also keeps things cold too.  :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 02, 2013, 08:43:25 am
Suepurrb you have been MIA for a long time! Welcome back  :D
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Post by: sue_purrb on July 02, 2013, 09:10:40 am
I have been around, CP, just quiet and shy!!  ;D

Have been on a bit of a roller coaster recently, was briefly unemployed (I didn't know it would be brief.....horrible feeling). Now re-employed (same job, different company), so things looking up.  :) I did think I might be able to turn some of the enforced time off into a positive and join in one of the interstate retreats, but it wasn't to be.  :(

I would like to post more, so will try to surreptitiously take photos of my cooking (the family will think I have finally gone completely mad instead of just teetering on the brink  ;D), but I doubt that much of it will make the grade. I am getting better at making food taste good, with Thermy's help of course, but making it look pretty is another challenge altogether!  :D

Sue

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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 09:16:52 am
We would love to see your cooking Sue. Have you visited the Oops thread lately? Lots of us have posted there.
I'm on a mission at the moment to make M&M biscuits -simple for most. I'm making a very hard job of it. Three goes and not a good one yet. Try number 4 coming up tomorrow.  :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 02, 2013, 09:21:29 am
I wish I could have a couple of those rejected biccies mich. I badly need a sugar fix today. Looked in the freezer to see if there were any frozen muffins - sadly no  :'( I'll have to make something sweet tomorrow as DH flies in  ;)
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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 09:24:10 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on July 02, 2013, 09:21:29 am
I wish I could have a couple of those rejected biccies mich. I badly need a sugar fix today. Looked in the freezer to see if there were any frozen muffins - sadly no  :'( I'll have to make something sweet tomorrow as DH flies in  ;)

No you wouldn't have CP  :-\  totally ikky!!  Tomorrows another day  ;D
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Post by: snappy on July 02, 2013, 11:18:35 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 09:16:52 am
We would love to see your cooking Sue. Have you visited the Oops thread lately? Lots of us have posted there.
I'm on a mission at the moment to make M&M biscuits -simple for most. I'm making a very hard job of it. Three goes and not a good one yet. Try number 4 coming up tomorrow.  :D

Mcmich my favourite way to make m&m biscuits is melting moments dough with the m&ms or smarties on top.  They do need to be thick - like the giant ones you buy at the cafes.  Always get lots of compliments.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2013, 12:25:20 pm
I can't wait to see your cooking Sue Purrb. Mine is nothing special. I just snap it on the dinner plate or where it is.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 02, 2013, 12:41:08 pm
Same here!
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on July 02, 2013, 02:09:48 pm
bought Fit Flops in the sale, got them delivered to Mums house, all ready for when I get there Saturday
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Post by: rostess on July 02, 2013, 02:28:04 pm
Cookie - we love cooking with the camp oven. Damper is a particular winner. Paella is also nice cooked on the camp fire as the heat gives it a nice crusty bottom.
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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2013, 08:29:32 pm
Quote from: snappy on July 02, 2013, 11:18:35 am
Mcmich my favourite way to make m&m biscuits is melting moments dough with the m&ms or smarties on top.  They do need to be thick - like the giant ones you buy at the cafes.  Always get lots of compliments.

Thanks Snappy. I do think it's the biscuit dough that is the problem. I'm using a biscuit dough that I saw on youtube for m&m cookies but it spreads out and goes flat very quickly.
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Post by: Nikkit on July 02, 2013, 11:23:35 pm
Cookie - our last big trip I cooked up a lot of meals, vac sealed them and froze them.
Which will only be any good if you have power to run a freezer....
Gee and I had some awesome thoughts on vego food to make and take too.
Oh well... ;D
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Post by: medusa on July 03, 2013, 12:00:30 am
Quote from: Greyhoundmum on July 02, 2013, 02:09:48 pm
bought Fit Flops in the sale, got them delivered to Mums house, all ready for when I get there Saturday

What sale. I love fit flops.
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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2013, 12:06:59 am
What are fit flops  ???
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Post by: medusa on July 03, 2013, 12:21:32 am
Www.fitflops.com.au. So comfy I can't wear anything else now. I just don't have the money to buy them lol.
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Post by: Yvette on July 03, 2013, 12:27:07 am
Mich they are thongs  :)
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Post by: goldfish on July 03, 2013, 12:27:34 am
Medusa - I think the site has been changed . .  try it here perhaps http://fitflopsaustralia-au.info/
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2013, 02:05:15 am
Quote from: Nikkit on July 02, 2013, 11:23:35 pm
Cookie - our last big trip I cooked up a lot of meals, vac sealed them and froze them.
Which will only be any good if you have power to run a freezer....
Gee and I had some awesome thoughts on vego food to make and take too.
Oh well... ;D

Thanks for your help too rostess. The camp oven is all ready to go. I would love to try a roast in it.
Nikkit I would love to do that but no freezer. We are taking the engel of course but that will run as a fridge. We have found that if we vacuum seal meat and freeze it, it will stay frozen for several days.

The couple with us are coming over tomorrow and we will do a bit of meal planning then.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 03, 2013, 02:47:48 am
cookie you could freeze up pre-made vego dishes as well. You are very experienced caravaner tho so you must be able to write a book about it. I think if I had a freezer on a road trip that is what I would do for as many meals as I could. Do they eat fish? milk and eggs?
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Post by: Yvette on July 03, 2013, 02:54:27 am
Quote from: goldfish on July 03, 2013, 12:27:34 am
Medusa - I think the site has been changed . .  try it here perhaps http://fitflopsaustralia-au.info/

These shoes look interesting, I have been getting a really sore heel and have been wearing the scholl shoes orthaheel and boots which I can only get overseas I wonder how these work in comparison.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 03, 2013, 03:08:48 am
I get that too Yvette. If it feels like mine, you wake up in the morning and can hardly walk for a bit. You need to stretch the tendon between the toe and the heel, and I have a golf ball in a shoe box lid on the floor under my desk that I roll around to massage it. I also wear some comfy shoes that offer support under the arch.
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Post by: Yvette on July 03, 2013, 03:11:34 am
Yes CP mine is much better now that I have been wearing the shoes, i think it is called planter faciatis (spelling is probably wrong)
after I walked around the shops (before new shoes) I could hardly walk when I got home so annoying. It would be good if more shoes were available
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 03, 2013, 03:28:51 am
yep thats the one. I reckon if I lost a bit of weight my feet would thank me, so I'll see if I can work on that theory  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2013, 09:37:14 am
I've had that. One of the best things I found was stretching the calf muscle frequently. Put one leg behind you ( the sore one) , keep it straight and bend the front one   Do this while leaning on a wall. Not sure if that is very clear. Mine took about 12 months to clear up. I got it when I started wearing thongs, with no heel, around the house after retiring. I was so used to wearing a show with some heel that my feet didnt like it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 03, 2013, 10:13:46 am
Bummer I wear thongs & flat shoes all the time! Do you mean a lunge?
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2013, 12:30:51 pm
I'm no exercise person CP but you just do it and can feel it stretching the calf muscle, apparently that helps. It did for me. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 03, 2013, 08:36:33 pm
Have  you tried wearing orthotics in your shoes (best fitted by a physiotherapist)?  I really find walking bare footed or with thin soled shoes terribly uncomfortable and, if my shoes don't have orthotics in them I have to wear sandals or shoes with inbuilt support such as Ecco or Birkenstock or else a good pair of trainers.  I just found this (http://suite101.com/article/best-sandals-for-plantar-fasciitis-a176451), courtesy of our good pal, Mr Google.
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Post by: droverjess on July 03, 2013, 10:45:44 pm
Fit flops are fab.
I have the thongs for summer and the gogh (clogs ) as my house shoes in winter ( most of the year)
Have worn them since they first came out. They last years and years.
They also do shoes and boots but haven't tried those.
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Post by: droverjess on July 03, 2013, 10:46:40 pm
This is what I bought today

Collection after we've moved.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh621/Droverjess/ad67d113b7d22b6275f1cac5eac10f9a.jpg)

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Post by: gertbysea on July 03, 2013, 10:55:19 pm
Wow . Is that just a pup? Is there a lot of  training to be done?

Gert
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Post by: droverjess on July 03, 2013, 11:13:16 pm
Yes Gert, born march so about 4 m old.
Easier to housetrain a youngster and get acquainted with us and our rules, before we get too busy with guests etc.
I will get some help to train him to sheep next year, it is easier if there's a trained dog already to set the youngster up to succeed, and I don't run as fast as I did.  :o

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Post by: gertbysea on July 03, 2013, 11:16:54 pm
We can't wait  to see more of  this no name doggie.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on July 04, 2013, 01:07:55 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 03, 2013, 08:36:33 pm
Have  you tried wearing orthotics in your shoes (best fitted by a physiotherapist)?  I really find walking bare footed or with thin soled shoes terribly uncomfortable and, if my shoes don't have orthotics in them I have to wear sandals or shoes with inbuilt support such as Ecco or Birkenstock or else a good pair of trainers.  I just found this (http://suite101.com/article/best-sandals-for-plantar-fasciitis-a176451), courtesy of our good pal, Mr Google.

Thanks Marina interesting reading I find the Orthaheel have stopped my pain. There are lots of nice thongs with support in that range. Hopefully mine will be gone before we go to Europe and I have to do a lot of walking  :)
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Post by: judydawn on July 04, 2013, 01:12:28 am
Glad he became yours DJ, how long before you collect him?
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2013, 01:27:11 am
Love the look of those shoes.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 04, 2013, 03:19:23 am
DJ he is a real sweetie.

I love fit flops for summer. I also wear croc thongs round the house. They offer support.
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2013, 03:27:48 am
I might get some too, Love the shoes
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Post by: astarra on July 04, 2013, 04:14:20 am
Love the dog DJ.  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 04, 2013, 04:57:41 am
This year someone posted the name of a telephone company that they had recently switched to. I can't find this post, so just wondering if anyone has good experience with a good telephone plan? Needs to be able to get good mobile signal coverage. We are wanting to change from Telstra as they are currently charging us an arm and a leg and we think there must be another company out there that offer the same thing at a much cheaper rate. We have everything with Telstra, house, business, fax, internet, and mobile phones.
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Post by: Brumington on July 04, 2013, 05:07:52 am
We are Aldi mobile pre paid which is fantastic. I've recently switched to Primus for phone and Internet after iinet changed our phone plan without telling us (we increased our Internet download which couldn't then be bundled with the phone agreement but instead of telling us they just put us on a new plan and started charging us an arm and a leg for international calls - disgusting if you ask me).
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Post by: Emme on July 04, 2013, 05:11:33 am
Didn't have as much with Telstra as you have CP, but when I threatened to leave them and go elsewhere they suddenly came up with a much better offer.  May be worth a try before you change.  I would have been up for a penalty for leaving before the 24 months were up but told them that DS's had offered to pay that to get me out of Telstra.  Worked wonders. I told them we had been with Telstra over 40 years and would have thought loyalty should have been worth something.  Just a thought.  Good luck with it.  
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Post by: andiesenji on July 04, 2013, 05:11:45 am
Quote from: Yvette on July 03, 2013, 03:11:34 am
Yes CP mine is much better now that I have been wearing the shoes, i think it is called planter faciatis (spelling is probably wrong)
after I walked around the shops (before new shoes) I could hardly walk when I got home so annoying. It would be good if more shoes were available

Another part of the problem, is inflammation of the ligament attachment on the bottom of the heel - the structure that supports the arch.

Putting a pad in the shoe just adds more pressure on that point.

What you need is a pad that is shaped like a horseshoe - so the outer edges of the heel support your weight and there is an open space for the irritated spot.   There are "gel heel cups"  which are cup-shaped silicone with a very soft center and firmer outer rims.

You can take a regular heel pad and cut the center out.  
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2013, 06:11:55 am
Cream Puff, I am with Telstra, and I rang the business centre in Cairns, and saved $1200 a year, when I added the internet on, as one single bill for the shop.

They ring me every 2 months, to see If they can help me more.

Business prices are much better than personal prices.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 04, 2013, 08:32:37 am
I spoke with Telstra  a week ago about the extremely poor coverage we have for our mobiles at home. They promised it would be a priority and someone would come out within 24 hours to see why it was so bad. That was a week ago.
We need to stay with Telstra at least for our mobiles as the coverage is so much better when you travel. Eg Monkey Mia only has Telstra.

CP a friend went to Optus and he pays a set amount each month for his home phone, fax and Internet. He gets all his calls free (I think). It may be worth checking. I think it is just over $100 or so a month.
What do you pay if I may ask? We pay $140-$160 a month and that includes our home line and calls, fax, Internet with 25 GB , and 2 mobiles on a $20 plan. We get free local calls and both have a free hour on our mobiles. It is a very old plan but I can't find anything better with them at the moment.
I'll be interested to hear how you go.
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Post by: maddy on July 04, 2013, 02:35:33 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on July 03, 2013, 10:46:40 pm
This is what I bought today

Collection after we've moved.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh621/Droverjess/ad67d113b7d22b6275f1cac5eac10f9a.jpg)

aww DJ, would love to see his face when yu get him  8)

The best sheep dog we have, is the little "given away because I kill chooks" jack russel  :P who has had no training what so ever.
Hubby has trained him to eat with the chickens, and he works the sheep unbelievably!
......We have 2 border collies who have had training.....and they just sit on the motorbike and watch the jack russel do all the work  :-\


Oh, the shopping.......


My last little indulgence before The tractor comes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/642bb63ae51ff19cd731df153b74e745.jpg)

myer had 40% off, and I said Thank you very much  (http://yoursmiles.org/tsmile/black/t1615.gif) (http://yoursmiles.org/t-black.php)

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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 04, 2013, 03:04:10 pm
Gorgeous sunnies, Maddy.
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Post by: droverjess on July 04, 2013, 06:33:44 pm
LOL Maddy.... I'd love a terrier too but one step at a time......
Trained collies cost mega bugs here.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 04, 2013, 10:32:30 pm
What a gorgeous pup DJ I bet you can't wait until he is at home with you.

Love the sunnies Maddy
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2013, 10:34:13 pm
Gorgeous sunglasses Maddy.
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Post by: Emme on July 04, 2013, 10:35:57 pm
Great sunglasses Maddy  ;D

Marie
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2013, 01:17:53 am
love the sunnies Maddy
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Post by: Yvette on July 05, 2013, 01:22:46 am
Quote from: andiesenji on July 04, 2013, 05:11:45 am
Quote from: Yvette on July 03, 2013, 03:11:34 am
Yes CP mine is much better now that I have been wearing the shoes, i think it is called planter faciatis (spelling is probably wrong)
after I walked around the shops (before new shoes) I could hardly walk when I got home so annoying. It would be good if more shoes were available

Another part of the problem, is inflammation of the ligament attachment on the bottom of the heel - the structure that supports the arch.

Putting a pad in the shoe just adds more pressure on that point.

What you need is a pad that is shaped like a horseshoe - so the outer edges of the heel support your weight and there is an open space for the irritated spot.   There are "gel heel cups"  which are cup-shaped silicone with a very soft center and firmer outer rims.

You can take a regular heel pad and cut the center out.  


Thanks Andie I have seen the gel heel pads I might see how they work for longer walks  :)
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Post by: maddy on July 05, 2013, 01:41:46 am
 :-[.....I really shouldn't have, but I felt it was a fitting send off for my now deceased, whim shopping budget  ;)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 05, 2013, 01:45:34 am
I need...(want) a new pair!!! Need to be able to have prescription lens fitted so
I can see when driving or outdoors LOL
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Post by: Wonder on July 05, 2013, 02:51:08 am
those glasses look lovely Maddy, I always find glasses one the hardest things to decide on. 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 05, 2013, 03:35:42 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 04, 2013, 08:32:37 am
What do you pay if I may ask? We pay $140-$160 a month and that includes our home line and calls, fax, Internet with 25 GB , and 2 mobiles on a $20 plan. We get free local calls and both have a free hour on our mobiles.
we pay about $650 combined a month, 2 x home lines, 1 x business, 1 x fax, 2 x mobiles. Internet is with iinet. There must be a better deal out there.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2013, 03:53:12 am
Phew. I am sure there must be a better deal. Play them off each other.
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Post by: obbie on July 05, 2013, 04:35:57 am
Maddy, I pay $500 a month for 5 mobiles, 1 home phone, and 7G internet.  Mobiles have up to $800 calls a month, plus SMS, and data.

Work is $200 a month, for 100 G of internet, 2 phone lines, 1 fax lines, and all calls.
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Post by: mcmich on July 05, 2013, 06:59:52 am
I wouldn't have clue what we pay  ???  DH takes care of it and I'm glad he does as I look after our insurances and that is enough to deal with.
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Post by: Frozzie on July 05, 2013, 10:27:35 am
I bought sally wises 2 books in 1 this afternoon at a lovely little cookbook shop recommended by a forum member... Saw a cheesmaking shop out and about too so might look into classes as interested in making my own at least once lol.. Another gorgeous day today :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 05, 2013, 10:56:17 am
Good to see you relaxing Kim.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on July 05, 2013, 11:08:30 am
Missing the kids but sooooo enjoying the peace and quiet and no mess lol
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 05, 2013, 11:17:40 am
Frozzie, I've found your mess - it's at my house!!
I walked in the door tonight after a busy week and almost walked back out again. My cleaner had a week off, I was sick last weekend with the cold I inherited from my kids and I've hardly been home.  I've managed to get the kitchen straight, and the rest can wait. School holidays have started yay!!!
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Post by: Frozzie on July 05, 2013, 11:20:17 am
Lol.. Well if you wouldnt mind keeping it at your place I would greatly appreciate it 😁
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 05, 2013, 11:26:21 am
ES if your cleaner had a week off you have her payment up your sleeve...offer half payment to your kids to do the cleaning...it could be just the incentive they need to earn some good pocket money. It willnotbe the same job as the cleaner does, but at least its at half rate
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Post by: Frozzie on July 05, 2013, 11:59:44 am
Lol love your way of thinking cp..
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 05, 2013, 09:27:18 pm
It's unusual for me to be on this thread - I never really seem to buy anything other than the usual, mundane weekly requirements.  Anyway yesterday we stumbled upon six highback oak upholstered dining chairs in (nearly) excellent condition from the Salvation Army, for $25.00 each!  They need a little work as they are a bit wobbly and re-upholstering at some stage as well, but they are fine as they are.  We are very happy with them as we had been looking for dining chairs for ages.
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Post by: Wonder on July 05, 2013, 09:52:02 pm
Great find Marina.
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Post by: Emme on July 05, 2013, 10:11:36 pm
Thats great Cuilidh, it is especially good to find something you have been looking for.  Well done.

Marie
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Post by: judydawn on July 06, 2013, 01:35:54 am
Dining chairs are difficult to find just what you want Marina so finding these is a windfall for you. A bit of TLC and you will have yourself a lovely set of chairs there by the sounds of it.
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Post by: obbie on July 06, 2013, 04:44:58 am
well shoes and more school bags for kids.

2 kittens
cat food, bowls ect.
 :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 06, 2013, 05:05:41 am
You will have to post a photo in the Pets thread Obbie.

My DS just got 2 kittens this week. Smokey and Ash.

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Post by: Katiej on July 06, 2013, 11:34:48 am
Those kittens are so cute Mich.
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Post by: Halex on July 06, 2013, 11:44:13 am
Ooohhhhhh mich, soooo cute ;D
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Post by: goldfish on July 06, 2013, 11:44:43 am
Beautiful kittens Mich... Are they a particular breed?
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Post by: mcmich on July 06, 2013, 11:50:12 am
Quote from: goldfish on July 06, 2013, 11:44:43 am
Beautiful kittens Mich... Are they a particular breed?

Apparently tortoise shell. They are from cat rescue.
That's my son, he was always bringing home strays when he was a kid and nothing has changed.
We had a menagerie of animals when my two were growing up - every stray animal DS would bring it home.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 06, 2013, 11:39:04 pm
Love their names, mich :)
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Post by: obbie on July 07, 2013, 12:27:23 am
ours are named Milo and Mittens...

My DH got hoodwinked, and before you know we had bought them.
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Post by: goldfish on July 07, 2013, 12:30:27 am
Quote from: obbie on July 07, 2013, 12:27:23 am
.

My DH got hoodwinked, and before you know we had bought them.

 ;D ;D ;D seems to happen a lot with parents - children - cute pets
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Post by: mcmich on July 07, 2013, 02:50:21 am
Quote from: obbie on July 07, 2013, 12:27:23 am
ours are named Milo and Mittens...

My DH got hoodwinked, and before you know we had bought them.

They have really good names too Obbie.
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Post by: jo_nz on July 07, 2013, 03:38:59 am
Aw, a little jealous of kittens here...we have a cat already though, and she would not cope with new additions.  She's still adjusting to the kids after 6+ years!  ;) 

I've bought a second-hand bunk bed set for DD which we are picking up later today.  She is VERY excited.  I still have to get new mattresses at some stage, but will use her old mattress and our spare foam one from the trundle bed until I can shop around for new ones.
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Post by: Wonder on July 07, 2013, 06:10:02 am
We really are hopeless, started out looking for a bottom of the range coffee machine and ended up with this. We were able to get Harvey Norman to match DJ's sale price and still let us purchase it on 12 months interest free so we went for the much better model. We always pay well before the interest free period up and have the money to pay outright but I figure if we can get the cheapest price and delay the cost for a little bit it's all good. We just need to figure it all out now and find beans we both like.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/07/7evu9yry.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on July 07, 2013, 06:17:04 am
That looks very impressive Wonder. You may have a few of us stopping by for a chat and a cuppa.  :D

Just love new appliances.
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Post by: Emme on July 07, 2013, 06:23:38 am
Looks a great machine Wonder, lots of cups of coffee coming up  ;D

Marie
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Post by: goldfish on July 07, 2013, 06:30:10 am
A very impressive looking machine, Wonder!  Well done!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 07, 2013, 06:48:09 am
LOL! Wonder . I even managed to get DH back  in the car after looking at this machine. Before I could start it he started to whine and we went back in and bought it. I buy local beans and a blend of roasted  I invented . 1/3 of this  and so on. Sometimes I do buy Jaques on line as they delivery it freshly roasted to my door in sealed packs.. Try to buy beans freshly roasted  in small amounts  and never put them in the fridge or freezer.

You will go through a least. Kilo in the first week as you try to figure out the machine and make your choices about how many beans, how many minutes of milk and how many mls of water for all the different cups.

Have fun and enjoy.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 07, 2013, 07:08:17 am
 :D :D :D Gretchen.  It is usually the other way around - the wife wants something and the husband thinks she doesn't need it  ;)

Lovely looking machine Wonder.

I'm so glad I have never wanted a coffee machine as I have absolutely nowhere in my kitchen to put it so I couldn't have one even if I did want one. 
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Post by: courton on July 07, 2013, 07:22:59 am
Wow! Good on you. You will have many enjoyable hours with the machine.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2013, 08:49:09 am
The coffee machine looks like fun. I don't think I would ever figure it out though. I'm looking forward to hearing about all the coffee types it makes.
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Post by: obbie on July 07, 2013, 09:25:05 am
me too busy with thermie and HMP. pizza machine ect...

It looks expensive...
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 07, 2013, 09:28:44 am
Magnificent coffee machine Wonder 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 07, 2013, 12:49:19 pm
Gert machine wonder. Wishing you many lovely cuppas.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 07, 2013, 12:56:07 pm
....and thats another good reason to drink tea ;D
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Post by: goldfish on July 07, 2013, 01:35:31 pm
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Wonder on July 07, 2013, 11:20:56 pm
Would you believe I still had my instant coffee this morning!! Got up late after kids with friends over work me up three times until I finally read them the riot act at 3.30am and DH has come down with the flu, so between kids and a sick husband I didn't get much sleep. I'll have to work from home today as DH is too sick to drop and pick up kids as planned so will make a few throughout the day to start testing it out.
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Post by: snappy on July 07, 2013, 11:37:11 pm
I'm drinking my coffee and working from home today too Wonder.  God bless the coffee machine!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 07, 2013, 11:53:36 pm
You will need a quiet time to read the instructions carefully on setting up your favourite brews. I love the macchiato latte  really strong and I don't  drink milk! The reason is that I have set it up so it is a lovely strong smooth brew with just a few seconds of milk. I also like how it is made with  really hot coffee. I don't bother with the milk jug attachment these days as I don't like washing it . I just put the tube into the milk bottle. Don't leave milk in the attachment too long in the fridge . I keep a small glass iunder the spout so when the machine rinses before and after it saves  emptying the drip tray.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on July 08, 2013, 12:33:12 am
Thanks for the tips Gert. Hopefully I'll get some quite time tonight.
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Post by: goldfish on July 08, 2013, 09:57:31 pm
Found this on  http://www.basementbooks.com.au- arrived in yesterday's mail ..lovely book!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/09/4ynetanu.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on July 09, 2013, 06:35:53 am
Looks like a good one GF, I like her recipes :)

My coffee machine arrived yesterday... So far have made about 10 different coffees :o luckily I stocked up on beans :)
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Post by: Wonder on July 09, 2013, 08:56:03 am
Which one did you get jamberie? We have already gone through quite a lot of beans and milk. We are away for  a few days from tommorrow so not much more playing until Sunday now.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 09:06:31 am
Wonder,  congratulations.  Good coffee is one of the great joys of life. We have a few coffee favourites.  Grinders,  deBella and from The Bean Barn in Ballarat.  I agree with Gert,  small lots individually sealed,  fresh roast.  Have fun trying many different types and working out what you like.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 09, 2013, 09:11:26 am
DD and I went out this morning and bought an iPad, a projector clock (Gert told us about them ages ago) and a couple of shirts. It is DH's birthday next week.
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Post by: mcmich on July 09, 2013, 09:20:45 am
Quote from: goldfish on July 08, 2013, 09:57:31 pm
Found this on  http://www.basementbooks.com.au- arrived in yesterday's mail ..lovely book!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/09/4ynetanu.jpg)

I do love Karen Martini - and have some extra book shelf space now.  ;D

Quote from: cookie1 on July 09, 2013, 09:11:26 am
DD and I went out this morning and bought an iPad, a projector clock (Gert told us about them ages ago) and a couple of shirts. It is DH's birthday next week.

Was it a mini ipad Cookie?
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Post by: Jamberie on July 09, 2013, 09:59:00 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 09, 2013, 08:56:03 am
Which one did you get jamberie? We have already gone through quite a lot of beans and milk.

We got the Saeco Xelsis... I put a photo on the coffee machine thread. Yes,  I like the advice about small bags, for both freshness and flavour. I'm very happy so far I haven't read the instruction guide yet,  just the quick start guide and haven't been disappointed ;D

I've been using Illy beans as someone told me they are fairly forgiving for beginners (and available at supermarkets until I get around to going to a proper bean shop /outlet).
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 10:14:45 am
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Post by: goldfish on July 09, 2013, 10:15:18 am
I've fallen off the cookbook wagon :(
The AWW book I kind of tripped over in the PO today. I almost put it back, but it actually has storage information in it.. Ie. how long.. in the .fridge, freezer etc. All baking books should include this I think!
The Annabelle White book (from New Zealand) has the original recipe for that fabulous date and lime cake here on the forum. I'm interested to see what else is in there !
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Post by: goldfish on July 09, 2013, 10:18:41 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 10:14:45 am
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Chookie, I've been trying so hard to resist that book!! Don't think I can hold out much longer!!! ;D ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 10:21:23 am
GF,  one of my most used books is one by Annabelle White and Kathy Paterson,   " Simply the Best".  The coffee Fudge and Apricot fudge ,  posted,  were both converted from their recipes.  I also make a salmon dip, based on their recipe.    Hope you enjoy your purchase.  
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 10:24:13 am
GF,  it isn't a fab production.  And $40 is a bit rich,  but there are several recipes that I will make,  so took the plunge. 
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Post by: astarra on July 09, 2013, 10:33:31 am
I have 2 of Annabelle White's cookbooks from before I was married.  :)  Must get them out again and re-visit some of my old favourite recipes  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 09, 2013, 11:56:54 am
I love the cookbook purchases. I am trying to be strong in this area.

Mich we got him a standard iPad. DD has a mini and he doesn't like using it much as he said it is too tiny. He said the print is too difficult to read. I'm on the mini at the moment as DH has mine, and DD has her big one!
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Post by: judydawn on July 09, 2013, 12:25:05 pm
Musical chairs with the iPads Cookie  :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 09, 2013, 12:27:18 pm
Cookie, my brain got tied up in knots trying to figure out your iPad merry-go-round :D ;D

Bought a few things today. All you girls' fault....for being sooo inspiring. I have never made pies, hardly eat pies but they look so yummy :P

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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 09, 2013, 12:29:13 pm
Scrubbies and Roul'pat jumped into the shopping cart cos they were on sale at Everten. Got to make full use of the postage ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 09, 2013, 01:01:29 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 09, 2013, 09:11:26 am
DD and I went out this morning and bought an iPad, a projector clock (Gert told us about them ages ago) and a couple of shirts. It is DH's birthday next week.

cookie what is going on???  You will be hooked on the projector  clock. I can't bear thinking about being without  it now. WhenI put visitors in my room and moved into my cubby room I was berift of my clock and temperature. My ceiling says it is 2158 and 22.5 degrees right now.

Love that thing and if it died I would buy another in a heartbeat. In facts I think I may have to get a travelling one.

Gery
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Post by: judydawn on July 09, 2013, 01:19:14 pm
Do that Gretchen then we can all come to your room and check it out  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 09, 2013, 01:31:06 pm
Honestly it is the silliest thing but it is  really  addictive.  Crazy as it is  as I am up so frequently  I find I am looking at it  inordinately. It is almost my friend  in the middle of the night.

Kids would love it as it acts as a night light as well without actually giving much light. Just enough to give reassurance or in my case a indication of where the loo is whic is reassurAnce for oldies .

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 09, 2013, 01:36:06 pm
Not bothered watching the minutes tick away in the night and you can't get back to sleep?
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Post by: Wonder on July 09, 2013, 01:38:51 pm
Great purchases everyone. Those cookbooks all look lovely.

Thanks for the tips on the coffee. The boys had hot chocolates again tonight and really enjoyed them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 09, 2013, 01:41:38 pm
I do like to know the time on my numerous wakings. My problem is my aging eyesight, i have to sort of squint to read the alarm clock without glasses. Does it project it very large?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on July 09, 2013, 07:53:42 pm
Chookie - I curled up in bed last night with the two books I bought . . was so taken with the simplicity and charm of Annabel White's book I found "Simply the Best" on Fishpond  :-)) :-))

Yes, the price of the Little Paris Kitchen is a bit steep atm. . and given what you had to say maybe I'll wait to see what you think of the rest of it . . . :)
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Post by: goldfish on July 09, 2013, 07:59:09 pm
The book (Simply the Best) I ordered from Fishpond came from their "Smartsell" section.  Has anyone had any experience with this?  Apparently you just pack up any and all books you no longer want/need, Fishpond will pick them up, and sell them on for you . . . .I've never heard of it before.

http://www.fishpond.com.au/smartsell/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 09, 2013, 08:02:40 pm
It's a good way of decluttering books GF.Are you tempted to do it ;)
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Post by: goldfish on July 09, 2013, 08:10:04 pm
Not sure, CC  :D  Still trying to "downsize" considerably on lots of stuff . .it's  tempting in as much as you just have to email and they come and pick up boxes.  We'll see.  Might give it a whirl on a test run so to speak . .just to see how it works. ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 10:17:17 pm
GF,  like that idea from Fishpond,   But have problems parting with my books. 
With Rachel Khoo's book, I have added it to my library in ' Eat your Books'.  Love that site.   About to look up recipes for my sister who has 2 buckets of lemons. 
I also bought a Karen Martini ' collection' .  Like her recipes.  Well written and the sort of food we eat.  Bought it from Readings, off their specials table. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on July 09, 2013, 10:36:55 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on July 09, 2013, 01:41:38 pm
I do like to know the time on my numerous wakings. My problem is my aging eyesight, i have to sort of squint to read the alarm clock without glasses. Does it project it very large?

Yes it does.  You can aim it on the ceiling  or wall . I have mine on the ceiling. It is in red and I can read it easily  without my glasses and I'm pretty nearsighted.. It works with a battery or direct power. You can have it in  24 hour time or not. Centigrade or not

Gert
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Post by: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:45:46 pm
We have those clocks gert... Had them for years.. Has never kept me awake but nice to know what time or temp it is without getting out of a warm bed lol... Ours are all southern cross digital I think it's called... Love them x
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:49:32 pm
Ps trying not to look at cookbooks lol...

Someone said to me the other day that ppl with alot of cookbooks can't cook lol Hrmm .. Ok thought that was funny..this has never tried my cooking so didn't take it personally lol but was gobsmacked by my cookbook collection...dh laughed
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Post by: mcmich on July 09, 2013, 10:53:58 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:49:32 pm
Ps trying not to look at cookbooks lol...

Someone said to me the other day that ppl with alot of cookbooks can't cook lol Hrmm .. Ok thought that was funny..this has never tried my cooking so didn't take it personally lol but was gobsmacked by my cookbook collection...dh laughed

Going on that theory there are a lot of people on this forum who can't cook.  ;D

My cooking should be much better now that I've got rid of 15 cookbooks.  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:59:54 pm
Lol mich....I found it very rude to even say something like that but I guess everyone is entitled to an opinion as warped as it is!!

In any case it's not stopping me from buying books..

Ps mich we will have to organise a catchup next time your in syd if before teninas class x
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Post by: achookwoman on July 09, 2013, 11:04:06 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:49:32 pm
Ps trying not to look at cookbooks lol...

Someone said to me the other day that ppl with alot of cookbooks can't cook lol Hrmm .. Ok thought that was funny..this has never tried my cooking so didn't take it personally lol but was gobsmacked by my cookbook collection...dh laughed

I would be the most hopeless cook of all time.   ;D. I think this is one of the funniest things I have heard for a long time.   Wonder why she said it?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 11:08:26 pm
It was a he lol and of a certain age...don't know but hasn't had alot of good cooks around him and they eat out alot...I didn't even comment as I thought it was a stupid comment... I guess like alot of ppl something he heard and believed :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 09, 2013, 11:16:22 pm
Quote from: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:59:54 pm
Lol mich....I found it very rude to even say something like that but I guess everyone is entitled to an opinion as warped as it is!!

In any case it's not stopping me from buying books..

Ps mich we will have to organise a catchup next time your in syd if before teninas class x

Would love to catch up Kim.  ;D
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Post by: maddy on July 10, 2013, 01:12:46 am
Quote from: Frozzie on July 09, 2013, 10:49:32 pm
Someone said to me the other day that ppl with alot of cookbooks can't cook lol Hrmm[/b] .. Ok thought that was funny..this has never tried my cooking so didn't take it personally lol but was gobsmacked by my cookbook collection...dh laughed

....and another case of brain not engaging mouth  :P
well that person must think Nigella is very mediocre then....seen her cookbook collection  ;)


How apt, this hopeless cook added 2 more books to the collection  :P

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(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5c530a01700c04d6913d8297ea49f2af.jpg)
Reviews were great, and thought there might be some inspiration to use this appliance that sits idle...as I don't use it for traditional cake pops.

And finally decided on an iron....not a riveting purchase, but it better be as good as it promises

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(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f9b0adccb52e77222ac7a5e3f81f5d97.jpg)

.....not too happy on its colour though  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on July 10, 2013, 01:14:41 am
Love the books Maddy.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 10, 2013, 01:33:33 am
Frozzie, i bet she wasnt a cook, glad you could laugh.
Maddie, the iron looks good, i always check how many steam holes.
Gert, think i "need" one of those clocks.
My big spend, skincare on line. Cant belive how much cheaper than in store. I use skinstitut and it has a set price for every item, over $10. Per item cheaper online and free delivery.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on July 10, 2013, 02:46:45 am
Did you use Strawberry Net Bedlam?  I love it.

Our iPad saga is DD has a iPad 1 and a mini, I have an iPad 2 and on Wednesday next week DH will have an iPad.

Gert's thought the clock would be good for camping. We can project it onto the tent top. I may make a rule that if it says under 1 degree I'm not getting up.  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on July 10, 2013, 03:44:18 am
I might need to check those clocks out. I always thought it would annoy me but thinking it might be good for nearsighted DD who always blames the fact that she can't read the clock for the reason she gets up so late for school!

Maddy that iron looks pretty good and I'm amazed that there are books out there that you still do no own  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on July 10, 2013, 03:54:52 am
Sucked in!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/10/8abyhuzy.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/10/rutave5a.jpg)

And I am not much of a tea drinker.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 03:58:53 am
What gorgeous tea cup Gert.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on July 10, 2013, 04:02:33 am
It is beautiful, Gert - did you already have it or is it from T2?  It's downright difficult to walk into one of their stores and walk out with nothing! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on July 10, 2013, 04:29:04 am
Yes it was GF. Saw the cup and had to have it.  Lovely to drink from . $28 so having only one set.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on July 10, 2013, 04:37:52 am
We aren't tea drinkers at all and I've bought some of their products, it all looks and tastes so beautiful when you are in the store. That cup is beautiful Gert.
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Post by: Yvette on July 10, 2013, 05:42:37 am
Looks beautiful Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 10, 2013, 06:00:23 am
Lovely Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 10, 2013, 06:35:50 am
Lovely Gert.

I have a huge cookbook collection too. So I guess I can't cook either :D I love flipping thru my cookbooks. I find it relaxes and inspires me, even without actually cooking anything :D
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Post by: Emme on July 10, 2013, 06:45:58 am
I guess I can't cook either, I love looking through my cookbooks :D ;D

Gert, that is one beautiful cup  :)

Marie
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Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 07:39:33 am
Did a bit of early Christmas shopping online today.

A Billabong leather look backpack/handbag for DS's girlfriend. An extra bonus as I got it with points from my credit card.

http://rewards.gomastercard.com.au/Product/ProductDetail.asp?SKUID=152187&CHID=35102&PCHID=35101

Hope the colour is OK?

An electric wine cooler for my Brother - he is so hard to buy for.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on July 10, 2013, 08:08:38 am
Wow Mcmich you are getting in early. I find if I buy gifts this early I see so many things closer to the time I end up buying more or getting things on sale so now I wait until the last minute.
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Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 08:15:00 am
I will buy something else for DS,s girlfriend and get a bottle of wine to go with DB's wine cooler.

I'm always in a queue on Christmas Eve with last minute purchases. I impulse buy on Christmas Eve, love last minute purchases.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 08:40:49 am
Blimey Michele you started your Christmas shopping early :o
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Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 08:57:45 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 08:40:49 am
Blimey Michele you started your Christmas shopping early :o

Not like me at all  :o Hope I'm not coming down with anything?  :-\
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 09:00:43 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 08:57:45 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 08:40:49 am
Blimey Michele you started your Christmas shopping early :o

Not like me at all  :o Hope I'm not coming down with anything?  :-\
You just got to remember where you put it when you want to wrap :D :D  I buy things early and forget about them only to find them AFTER Christmas :D :D
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Post by: goldfish on July 10, 2013, 09:05:38 am
You and me both CC..... Even if I remember them at Christmas I then forget where I've put them !!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 09:11:43 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 09:00:43 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 10, 2013, 08:57:45 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 10, 2013, 08:40:49 am
Blimey Michele you started your Christmas shopping early :o

Not like me at all  :o Hope I'm not coming down with anything?  :-\
You just got to remember where you put it when you want to wrap :D :D  I buy things early and forget about them only to find them AFTER Christmas :D :D

That's the alzheimer's  for you - don't realise it's only July.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 10, 2013, 09:47:47 am
I bought some Oolong Chocolate Chai tea on Saturday from T2. It is lovely. I agree GF you can't go in and not come out without buying. DD and I share the purchases.
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Post by: KarenH on July 11, 2013, 05:27:12 am
OMG Cookie - and I thought I had lots of varieties of tea  :o :o

I just bought a sunbeam pie maker.  Hope to have lots of fun with that over the weekend!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 11, 2013, 05:42:52 am
 :o when you have visitors do you say "English Breakfast? Or......"
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Post by: goldfish on July 11, 2013, 05:49:22 am
Oh my giddy aunt, Cookie!!!  So do you have T2 shares 2?? (But I do take my hat off to your exceptionally good taste!! ;D ;D)
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Post by: obbie on July 11, 2013, 06:02:21 am
Lots of tea drinkers.. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on July 11, 2013, 07:41:41 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 11, 2013, 05:27:12 am
I just bought a sunbeam pie maker.  Hope to have lots of fun with that over the weekend!

Mmm, a pie maker is on my list! I look forward to hearing what you think of it.
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Post by: stacelee on July 11, 2013, 07:42:31 am
Do I admit now that I have 36 different T2 teas on my "Tea" shelf in the kitchen.  I actually have a small bookcase that is purely for our tea.  What is really sad is that i need to get in there and top up on a couple of my very favourites.  I also have some boxes sitting in my laundry pantry waiting to be opened.  We probably each drink between 4 to 6 cups a day of different teas in our house...part of me trying to wean myself off of diet soft drinks.  I haven't bought all of the teas :P...a couple have been given to me  by friends or by T2.  I went to a movie screening on Monday night and they gave us a couple of boxes of Aussie Green Chai to bring home.  I'm looking forward to trying them when I've finished a couple of the chai's I already have open.
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Post by: goldfish on July 11, 2013, 08:28:19 am
Stacelee - I think you now rate as a major major T2 shareholder 2!!!  ;D ;D
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Post by: Emme on July 11, 2013, 09:39:45 am
This thread is a bad influence on me, have just sent off an order for some tea too.
Also a cookbook from Fishpond, the name escapes me at the moment but the same one as GF bought.

Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2013, 09:41:20 am
How does one keep the opened tea from growing stale, scent less and ordinary?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 11, 2013, 09:52:47 am
Drink it Gert. My DD is a bit of a tea fanatic. I would have bought probably 3 or 4 of them.

Stacelee I don't feel so bad now.
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Post by: stacelee on July 11, 2013, 11:59:00 am
Gert,

I've invested in a lot of T2's tins and their magnet labels to go on the front.  The tins seem to keep the tea very fresh for a long time, not that most of our teas last very long.  The only ones that don't get drunk very fast here are the fruit flavoured ones that are really better chilled.  We only seem to drink them over summer.

I justify my tea collection by the fact that noone would query me having 3 dozen bottles of wine sitting around and it is a lot healthier to have three cups of tea a day then three glasses of wine and a box of tea is about the same price or cheaper than a decent bottle of wine (I've even converted my husband to my way of thinking).  My waistline is definately thanking me for giving up the wine.  I'm now eyeing off the "bling" coasters that T2 have on their website.  My son wants some coasters for his bedroom so I might just have to give him my boring cork ones and buy some blue bling ones for my daughter and I.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 11, 2013, 12:31:22 pm
Those coasters are adorable, and also very expensive  :-)) I had my eye on some Japanese silk ones
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Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2013, 09:14:48 am
After making CP's bread with the bulgur in I just had to have a look at the book it came from. It looked amazing. I then realised I still had a voucher from my birthday so I didn't need to even feel the tiniest bit guilty with my latest purchase.
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Post by: Katiej on July 13, 2013, 10:18:17 am
It's a lovely book Cookie.

After hearing CP talk about it, I ordered it from Booktopia. My DH brought it home from our PO box yesterday afternoon whilst Judy was here having coffee.
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Post by: judydawn on July 13, 2013, 10:47:31 am
It's amazing how many times I'm there with Katie when her DH comes in from work via their post box and hands her another cookbook.  ;D  It is a lovely book Cookie.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 13, 2013, 12:14:12 pm
had a little chuckle  :D but yes, it's a really lovely book. Made me realise that  when it comes to cooking I do enjoy the baking side perhaps the most
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Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2013, 12:22:27 pm
I certainly love the baking side of cooking the most. I adore do breads too. But of course that is still baking.  :-\
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Post by: snappy on July 13, 2013, 11:31:44 pm
I love baking more than any other type of cooking.  It's not unheard of for me to have made a magnificent dessert but no dinner 😉
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Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2013, 09:13:34 am
Just home from a lovely day in Sydney. Not cheap shopping with children even when they are 23yrs old.

Went to the Nespresso shop. A great shopping experience. I had ciocattino latte (one their new flavours) and browsed the shop.
Then I went down stairs to the self serve section - Sydney is the only shop in the Southern Hemisphere to have this section.
I chose all the new flavours and some old favourites then was helped by a very handsome young man in a suit  8)  to the checkout where you just place the bag in the weighing machine, scan your nespresso member card and swipe your handy card. Just loved the personal attention and service.  ;D

Then onto Paddy's Market and the factory outlets upstairs. Bought DS a jumper and DS and his girlfriend a pair of converse sneakers each only $50 a pair. With lunch it was a bit of an expensive day but I had so much fun.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 14, 2013, 09:19:12 am
Sounds like a great day Michele, if you really enjoyed yourselves it doesn't matter how much it cost.  It's not something you do everyday and it's nice to splurge occasionally.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 14, 2013, 09:22:13 am
What a wonderful day you had shopping with your family Michele. :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2013, 09:52:51 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 14, 2013, 09:19:12 am
Sounds like a great day Michele, if you really enjoyed yourselves it doesn't matter how much it cost.  It's not something you do everyday and it's nice to splurge occasionally.

You're so right Judy. I had a lovely day. The train trip, lunch and spoiling the children. Just a lovely day.  :D
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Post by: Emme on July 14, 2013, 10:18:29 am
That sounds like a lovely day Mcmich, so glad you enjoyed it.  Sometimes its days like that, that are the best.
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Post by: goldfish on July 14, 2013, 10:35:07 am
Quote from: Emme on July 14, 2013, 10:18:29 am
That sounds like a lovely day Mcmich, so glad you enjoyed it.  Sometimes its days like that, that are the best.

Couldn't agree more!!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 14, 2013, 12:29:15 pm
Mich I love buying things for the family. It gives me a great deal of pleasure.

The new Nespresso flavours are rather yummy. I'm glad you had a lovely day.
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Post by: obbie on July 15, 2013, 04:28:01 am
Just happened to buy 2 leather bags, one for me, and one for my best Friend, and 2 wallets for my DH.
They should be here this week.
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Post by: Wonder on July 15, 2013, 05:42:11 am
I bought this bag at Sydney airport. I've looked at it so many times and seen a few people using it decided to finally purchase it. I was rather annoyed as I looked in their shop in Bondi junction and also the city store and  the staff were rude so walked out of both, but got to the airport and hadn't bought anything the entire trip so decided I would buy it.

http://www.mimco.com.au/small-sash-cocoon-2 (http://www.mimco.com.au/small-sash-cocoon-2)


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Post by: courton on July 15, 2013, 05:46:32 am
Very stylish Wonder. Good buy.
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Post by: mcmich on July 15, 2013, 06:07:59 am
Lovely handbag Wonder.  :)
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Post by: obbie on July 15, 2013, 07:09:50 am
Lovely Wonder, which color
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Post by: Yvette on July 15, 2013, 07:21:55 am
Nice Wonder
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Post by: Katiej on July 15, 2013, 09:19:52 am
Lovely bag Wonder.
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Post by: jeninwa on July 15, 2013, 09:45:15 am
Love the bag wonder.
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Post by: Wonder on July 15, 2013, 09:56:10 am
Thanks everyone. It's still inits protective bag waiting for me to swap all my things over! I got the tan, I loved some of the colors but decided to go with neutral so I can use it everyday.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2013, 11:51:39 am
It is very nice Wonder. You should have grabbed one in each colour. I hate it when you really want something and there is no service. Last weekend DD was in a store and although the woman spoke to us she didn't offer any help. DD ended up buying a very similar handbag in DJ's.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 15, 2013, 09:00:50 pm
This is the second time in as many weeks that I have been on this thread - I must be getting extravagant in my old middle age!  You probably don't want to know about the 4 1/2 block plane I bought DH for his birthday in a couple of weeks (a bit boring, I know!).  But I have decided on a juicer.  I got a Healthstart Pro (http://www.juicingraw.com.au/ceramicpro.html) and it arrived yesterday.  Looking forward to some juice experiments.
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Post by: Wonder on July 15, 2013, 10:09:22 pm
I wish Cookie  :)

The juicer loos great Cuilldh, I'll be interested to hear how you find it.
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Post by: Yvette on July 15, 2013, 10:25:19 pm
Have fun with the juicer Marina looks great  :)

What juice will you make first?
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 16, 2013, 12:07:42 am
Quote from: Yvette on July 15, 2013, 10:25:19 pm
Have fun with the juicer Marina looks great  :)

What juice will you make first?
Not sure, Yvette.  Will try to get to the greengrocer today and see what they have got, but I think it will take a bit of experimentation ... would love to know what juices other people make - to give me inspiration (how is that for a subtle hint?)!  I'm leaning towards vege juices as I know I would happily guzzle fruit juices and that's not the best idea.
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Post by: judydawn on July 16, 2013, 12:09:55 am
Happy juicing Marina.  It looks and sounds like a great machine - I tried to watch some of the videos but only the audio came through.
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Post by: obbie on July 16, 2013, 12:14:22 am
apple, carrot, celery with a bit of ginger, was always the most popular when I used to sell juices.


pineapple, orange juice, mixed with coconut ice cream( in a blender) = pina colda without the alcohol..
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Post by: jeninwa on July 16, 2013, 01:27:08 am
Happy juicing, I make apple,carrot, celery, ginger, lemon and kale or silver beet  every morning sometimes I add beet root.
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Post by: Wonder on July 16, 2013, 02:15:34 am
Jeninwa, i would be interested to hear why you have decided on juicing over smoothies and if you think it makes a difference to your overall health. Probably a stupid questin, but can you juice nuts and seeds?
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 16, 2013, 04:26:21 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 16, 2013, 02:15:34 am
Probably a stupid questin, but can you juice nuts and seeds?
This is an answer I am interested in as well.  I believe my juicer can grind nuts and seeds, but not sure you are meant to include them in your juice. Thanks for asking, Wonder.
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Post by: Brumington on July 17, 2013, 12:48:18 am
I've just bought a Uashmama bag to store my homemade bread in. I thought I should invest in something fairly good considering I only ever eat homemade bread nowadays. I got it in black in the large size from a company called Hard to Find.  http://www.objettrouve.com.au/catalogue.aspx
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Post by: Wonder on July 17, 2013, 12:53:42 am
Brumington, I love those bags and very tempted to buy some. The heated bread plate also looks great.
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Post by: judydawn on July 17, 2013, 01:09:58 am
Very interesting site Brumington, had to drag myself away from it before I spent the whole morning browsing  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on July 17, 2013, 01:43:55 am
Wonder,  I juice to increase my vegetable intake, i find it easier to digest and it gives me a quick energy boost. I could never drink enough smoothie to get the same amount of vitamins and minerals per glass as I do in a juice. I also don't think carrots and beet root taste that good in a smoothie. I do have a smoothie occasionally but it's mainly a fruit one
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Post by: Wonder on July 17, 2013, 02:48:56 am
That's interesting Jeninwa, I've only ever made smoothies and include all my nuts and seeds as well as the kale plus fruit so I'm pretty sure I'm getting my daily allowances. I already go through so much fruit and vegtables for smoothies I can't imagine having to purchase even more!!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 17, 2013, 04:24:10 am
My Emile Henry pie dish just arrived. Now I can try some of those delish pie recipes on the forum. :)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/17/edy9atus.jpg)
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Post by: jo_nz on July 17, 2013, 05:42:22 am
For the kids:
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r220/littlejo_nz/House/HOOP.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/littlejo_nz/media/House/HOOP.jpg.html)
It has kept DS out of my hair most of the afternoon, so money well spent.  And I even managed to put it together all by myself!

And I've ordered a tortilla press for my Xmas present (I will actually save it for Xmas, and I always shop for myself...or I'd probably get nothing)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 17, 2013, 06:04:36 am
Good wholesome fun for your DS, Jo :)

Got another delivery just now. Almost felt like my birthday ;D

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/17/judy5u8a.jpg)

The recipe format looks very useful. It has a table with speed, time, temp and even MC on/off.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/17/he9utyqy.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on July 17, 2013, 06:11:42 am
Looking forward to you trying some of those Malaysian recipes BZB, the book is listed in the review section but there aren't many reviews as yet.  Hopefully you"ll add some more we can link to that list.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 17, 2013, 07:13:08 am
Will definitely do that, JD. Been browsing through the book and I was transported back to Malaysia. Sooo happy that I bought :) :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2013, 08:05:32 am
BZB you will be busy now!

Brumington I love those bags. Jo what are you like at scoring goals?
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Post by: jo_nz on July 17, 2013, 08:20:55 am
Oh I am a secret NBA star, Cookie! Of course, it's only set at about 2m high, so maybe not  ;)
We already have a b/ball hoop attached to garage at the adult regulation 3.05m height, but DS hasn't got a hope of getting it in there. Now he can actually practice and feel he's getting somewhere  8)
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Post by: maddy on July 17, 2013, 10:19:31 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4e2d8912b5aa9d712ca41cc3800e8edc.jpg)

my neighbour swears by it....will give it a go....couldn't be any worse than a roller!
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Post by: Jamberie on July 17, 2013, 12:02:37 pm
Quote from: maddy on July 17, 2013, 10:19:31 am

my neighbour swears by it....will give it a go....couldn't be any worse than a roller!

I'm about to do some painting too (my whole house :o)  so I'm interested to hear how they go... My dad used to use something similar for edges but I found he sometimes made stripes with them... I think it was human error though!
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Post by: Yvette on July 17, 2013, 09:59:23 pm
Brummington love the bags can you find prices for them?
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Post by: Brumington on July 17, 2013, 10:08:16 pm
Quote from: Yvette on July 17, 2013, 09:59:23 pm
Brummington love the bags can you find prices for them?

This is where I bought them from. If you choose your size from the drop down menu the price is displayed in the blue box underneath.  Freight is free.

https://www.hardtofind.com.au/8520_uashmama-black-paper-washable-bag

I paid $34 for a large.
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Post by: Yvette on July 17, 2013, 10:38:07 pm
Thanks Brummington  :)
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Post by: KarenH on July 17, 2013, 11:34:51 pm
Hi  Brummington,
The bags look gorgeous - but I am a little confused as to what they are used for.  Do you use them to actually store the bread in (like a bread bin), or are they more a way of displaying / serving the bread at the table when you are ready to eat it?

At the moment, I just store my homemade bread in a plastic bag on the kitchen bench.  Doesnt look glamorous, but stops it drying out.  If these bags are good for actually storing the bread in, then I am very interested!

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Post by: Wonder on July 17, 2013, 11:46:18 pm
Thanks Brumington. I was thinking over the weekend I might have a look at some of the shops listed on their stockists page but that website looks great.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 12:06:17 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 17, 2013, 11:34:51 pm
Hi  Brummington,
The bags look gorgeous - but I am a little confused as to what they are used for.  Do you use them to actually store the bread in (like a bread bin), or are they more a way of displaying / serving the bread at the table when you are ready to eat it?

At the moment, I just store my homemade bread in a plastic bag on the kitchen bench.  Doesnt look glamorous, but stops it drying out.  If these bags are good for actually storing the bread in, then I am very interested!



I like the look of the bags. Karen if I stored my bread in a plastic bag it would be mouldy in a day here. I use a microfiber cleaning cloth and it is good for about  5 days if the bread lasts that long. The crap wettish bread from the stores last only a day here and I have to keep it in the fridge where it grows dry and nasty so the bags seem a good solution.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 12:20:05 am
Just had to have it so bought it. ought a new handbag from Peters too. I am not looking at this thread again!

Gert

Oh wait I said that a few weeks ago.
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Post by: faffa_70 on July 18, 2013, 12:25:28 am
Quote from: maddy on July 17, 2013, 10:19:31 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4e2d8912b5aa9d712ca41cc3800e8edc.jpg)

my neighbour swears by it....will give it a go....couldn't be any worse than a roller!

My dad swears by this too! I will be very interested in your thoughts too Maddy as the new house needs some paining done ... I don't much like the colour scheme but it is liveable.  Moving day is tomorrow  ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Wonder on July 18, 2013, 12:57:15 am
Karen I'm thinking more as a decorative touch. I make the Parmesan bread sticks a lot for visitors and always looking for something to stand them in and the smaller of these bags look like they would be perfect.
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 03:01:34 am
Love the look of the washable bags for bread..
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Post by: mcmich on July 18, 2013, 06:53:49 am
Just received the August/September Donna Hay Magazine. This is the last of my subscription.
I was very excited when I opened it - a thicker, heavier duty cardboard cover.

I'm now up to pg 47.
33 of those are advertisement pages.
6 are the editor's letter, Donna's list of needs and wants (which I love) and contents pages.
8 pages of recipes.

Will see what the rest of the magazine brings but am seriously considering whether or not to renew my subscription.  :-\
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 07:06:21 am
new bags for me, my BF, and 2 wallets for DH :)
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 07:07:28 am
for my BF
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 07:08:24 am
for DH
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 07:13:54 am
Nice obbie. I just ordered a new handbag from Peters and it is already dispatched. How is that for service?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 07:15:04 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 18, 2013, 06:53:49 am
Just received the August/September Donna Hay Magazine. This is the last of my subscription.
I was very excited when I opened it - a thicker, heavier duty cardboard cover.

I'm now up to pg 47.
33 of those are advertisement pages.
6 are the editor's letter, Donna's list of needs and wants (which I love) and contents pages.
8 pages of recipes.

Will see what the rest of the magazine brings but am seriously considering whether or not to renew my subscription.  :-\

Not worth it. Most of her recipes can be found on line anyway. I just thumb through it at the checkout.
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Post by: mcmich on July 18, 2013, 07:16:26 am
Very nice Robyn and lucky BF. I think she will be over the moon.

I love my Oroton handbag that my dear friend blessed me with.
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 07:20:51 am
Michelle, Yes it will be a surprise for her.
Love my new bag, and DH got 2 wallets.

Gert, I love POK, great stuff, and service.. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 07:26:35 am
I just saw the handbag in yesterday's email  and decided to order it late last night and it is already on the way. Also I bought a gift card for $100 paying only $75 for it so discount on discount. Noice.


Mcmich you have an Oroton for life. Nice gift.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 18, 2013, 07:29:02 am
How did you get a $100 voucher for $75 Gert?
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2013, 07:37:43 am
I bought 2 cake stands too, go to get a pic of those.. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 08:35:17 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 18, 2013, 07:29:02 am
How did you get a $100 voucher for $75 Gert?

Last month I got one of their emails saying it was a special for the day I think.

Myer does the same from time to time with their store cards.

gert
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Post by: Brumington on July 18, 2013, 10:03:22 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 17, 2013, 11:34:51 pm
Hi  Brummington,
The bags look gorgeous - but I am a little confused as to what they are used for.  Do you use them to actually store the bread in (like a bread bin), or are they more a way of displaying / serving the bread at the table when you are ready to eat it?

At the moment, I just store my homemade bread in a plastic bag on the kitchen bench.  Doesnt look glamorous, but stops it drying out.  If these bags are good for actually storing the bread in, then I am very interested!

Karen, I was confused too but I'm hoping I'm right in saying that it can be used for both storage and serving. I have bought it primarily for storage, at the moment I wrap my bread up in a tea towel and it lasts as long as we seem to have bread for. We have similar problems to Gert in that out bread goes mouldy quite quickly if wrapped in plastic (especially in the summer months). This is why all my home made bread is wrapped in a tea towel and all my store bought is placed directly in the freezer (I just get bits out as and when needed). So I'm hoping the bag will be a good storage device!
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Post by: KarenH on July 18, 2013, 10:36:06 am
Thanks Brummington!  We dont have the same mould problems down here in chilly Adelaide - in fact we have possible snow forecast for the Hills where we live this weekend  :o :o  If I leave my bread out, it goes all dry and hard.   The plastic seems to keep it OK until it gets used up.

I will be very interested to hear how your bread bags go - please let me know! 

I might even buy a bag or two myself - just because they look nice  :-)) :-))
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 10:55:00 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 18, 2013, 10:36:06 am
Thanks Brummington!  We dont have the same mould problems down here in chilly Adelaide - in fact we have possible snow forecast for the Hills where we live this weekend  :o :o 

I have now lost interest  in the bags. If it is snowing next month I am not coming. No way . Can't do it . Worst nightmare.

Gert
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Post by: KarenH on July 18, 2013, 10:59:31 am
Dont worry Gert - it only very rarely ever snows here, and even if it does, only in a couple of places like Mt Lofty and Crafers.

I can guarantee you it wont snow in Adelaide or Hahndorf.

Although snow is a very good excuse for mulled wine  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Brumington on July 18, 2013, 11:00:14 am
LOL Gert! 😄
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Post by: gertbysea on July 18, 2013, 11:13:35 am
Made with a good Barossa red of course. I would have to be all but comotose with mulled wine to get on a plane headed for even a hint of snow.

Gert

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Post by: maddy on July 18, 2013, 11:32:22 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on July 18, 2013, 12:25:28 am
Quote from: maddy on July 17, 2013, 10:19:31 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4e2d8912b5aa9d712ca41cc3800e8edc.jpg)

my neighbour swears by it....will give it a go....couldn't be any worse than a roller!

My dad swears by this too! I will be very interested in your thoughts too Maddy as the new house needs some paining done ... I don't much like the colour scheme but it is liveable.  Moving day is tomorrow  ;D ;D ;D ;D

Will give you & Jam an opinion when I start  ;)
I watched it in action on tvsn, and it looks so easy.   I think the key is not to apply heavy pressure...which will make a nice change from using a roller.  

....and Goodluck for the move Faffa....how exciting  8)
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Post by: Jamberie on July 18, 2013, 12:02:35 pm
Appreciate it Maddy :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2013, 12:17:12 pm
Happy moving Kathryn.

I love the look of those bags too. Very handy for caravan ing and camping.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2013, 09:38:09 am
Took my varoma to a homeware store just now. They sell relatively cheap pots, plates, kitchen gadgets etc.

Bought a few stainless steel plates, a little pot and a stand to raise the plate (in order not to block the vents). Measured the items to make sure they fit into the varoma.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/19/ave6y4e9.jpg)

Planning to steam vege, meat etc on the plates and pot. Easier to clean then the varoma itself :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 19, 2013, 10:11:05 am
Just took delivery of these.I had them made for my great-nieces and great-nephew who live in Sydney.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/9d471bff06e618ec6efafa0e11cf53d2.jpg)
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 19, 2013, 10:15:16 am
Very cute, CC.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 19, 2013, 10:15:27 am
They will be well received CC. pack them tight.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 19, 2013, 10:16:30 am
BZB are these for serving on the table? Gert

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Post by: Yvette on July 19, 2013, 10:28:46 am
Very nice CC
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2013, 10:47:01 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 19, 2013, 10:16:30 am
BZB are these for serving on the table? Gert

More for cooking on the varoma, Gert. I won't bother changing plates when I serve food to the family. Stainless steel should also help with heat transfer when steaming.
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Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2013, 10:49:55 am
Lovely CC, you will see the one you had made for me still on display in the lounge room when you come over. It is very special to me.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2013, 10:52:10 am
Lovely mugs, cc :)
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Post by: Emme on July 19, 2013, 10:53:13 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 19, 2013, 10:11:05 am
Just took delivery of these.I had them made for my great-nieces and great-nephew who live in Sydney.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/9d471bff06e618ec6efafa0e11cf53d2.jpg)
They will love them CC, they are beautiful

Marie
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Post by: cookie1 on July 19, 2013, 12:27:22 pm
Love them. They will be very popular.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 19, 2013, 12:28:30 pm
Very sweet CC
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Post by: Thermesa on July 19, 2013, 01:18:52 pm
I found a small silicon loaf tin to fit in the varoma. $6. Now I can retire the aluminum drip tray from the BBQ.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2013, 02:44:14 pm
What will you be using the loaf tin for, Thermesa?
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Post by: mab19 on July 20, 2013, 12:19:28 am
Love the mugs CC
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Post by: goldfish on July 20, 2013, 12:25:52 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2013, 09:38:09 am
Took my varoma to a homeware store just now. They sell relatively cheap pots, plates, kitchen gadgets etc.

Bought a few stainless steel plates, a little pot and a stand to raise the plate (in order not to block the vents). Measured the items to make sure they fit into the varoma.

Planning to steam vege, meat etc on the plates and pot. Easier to clean then the varoma itself :)

BZB - brilliant idea!!  Thank you!  might just do the same today - steam fish vegetables, etc quite a lot - and you're right - the varoma is not the easiest thing to get clean . . ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 20, 2013, 12:53:23 am
Fantastic idea BZB.

Gorgeous mugs CC
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 20, 2013, 03:16:21 am
Goldfish and MF, some Chinese dishes are steamed e.g fish. The condensed liquid from the steaming actually forms the sauce for the dish. One simple steamed fish is to just drizzle the fish with soya sauce and shredded ginger. When the fish is done, you can dress it up further with garlic oil and a tiny bit of sugar.
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Post by: goldfish on July 20, 2013, 03:27:01 am
Thanks BZB - will definitely try that - have some ling in the fridge that would be great :D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 20, 2013, 03:29:46 am
Yummy must make this soon. I have some goldband snapper in my freezer.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 20, 2013, 03:53:47 am
Goldfish and MF, this technique is very versatile. But for you to use fish that is not so fresh, the soya sauce dressing might be too "light" Soya sauce and minimal seasoning will help fresh fish shine - the natural sweetness without the fishy smell.

If you are planning to use not so fresh fish, you can drizzle other types of sauces. For me, I would use sambal pastes. But I think other sauces would work too, depending on what you like :)
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Post by: maddy on July 20, 2013, 08:14:53 am
The last item for DD's room for her books

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2ed619e66a45ef5438883e2b496b890d.jpg)

FINITO  :)

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Post by: judydawn on July 20, 2013, 08:19:16 am
Quote
- and you're right - the varoma is not the easiest thing to get clean . . ;D

I spray mine with olive oil before adding meat, fish or chicken but don't bother for vegies GF - it certainly helps with the cleaning of it.
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Post by: goldfish on July 20, 2013, 08:45:24 am
Quote from: maddy on July 20, 2013, 08:14:53 am
The last item for DD's room for her books

FINITO  :)



Maddy - where do you find these gorgeous things?!?!?  Just love those shelves!! :D

Quote from: judydawn on July 20, 2013, 08:19:16 am
Quote
- and you're right - the varoma is not the easiest thing to get clean . . ;D

I spray mine with olive oil before adding meat, fish or chicken but don't bother for vegies GF - it certainly helps with the cleaning of it.

Thanks, Judy - hadn't thought of doing that either .  :-))  Will certainly try it as I use the varoma a lot
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Post by: Emme on July 20, 2013, 09:01:07 am
Maddy, DD is one lucky girl, what a beautiful room she will have ;D

Marie
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 20, 2013, 11:08:21 am
Quote from: maddy on July 20, 2013, 08:14:53 am
The last item for DD's room for her books

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2ed619e66a45ef5438883e2b496b890d.jpg)

FINITO  :)
Did you check the size Maddy to make sure it fits thru the door ;) ;D
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Post by: Yvette on July 20, 2013, 11:26:47 am
 :D :D I was going to say that but didn't dare
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Post by: cookie1 on July 20, 2013, 12:47:14 pm
LOL. I bet she did. It is lovely Maddy. DD must be very happy.
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Post by: obbie on July 20, 2013, 10:55:01 pm
Love it maddy
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Post by: maddy on July 21, 2013, 07:53:29 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on July 20, 2013, 11:08:21 am
Did you check the size Maddy to make sure it fits thru the door ;) ;D

Oh yes indeedy  :P LOL.....I have learnt my lesson  :)


Quote from: goldfish on July 20, 2013, 08:45:24 am
Maddy - where do you find these gorgeous things?!?!?  Just love those shelves!! :D

I google images of what Im looking for, then find out where they're at  :)  Her book stand is a bakers shelf, so searched & found a new one on eBay....I really have given up hoofing it around stores...it usually is waste of time trying to find something different.
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Post by: goldfish on July 21, 2013, 08:40:30 am
Well, you've done really well!! Beautiful pieces of furniture!! I agree... Schlepping around to store after store in the hope you'll see something that you really like is just way too much!!!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 22, 2013, 09:34:14 am
I was just buying yet another Kribbit for my brother in the States and I noticed  that if you buy 3 or more you get a significient discount. Some may be interested in early Christmas shopping from http://thermomix.superkitchenmachine.com/collections/ipad-stand/products/kitchen-ipad-stand-kribbitt-pink

Also noticed a reduced price on bulk "dirty dozen" spatulas. I bought some of the "dirty dozen and I could find no faults at all in them except maybe a  small scratch or tiny knick. Helene must be super fussy about her super spatulas. LOL  Anyway I was very happy as they make great gifts for my friends who bake and sadly have no Thermomix..

Was also thinking Grace should take up the Green Kribbitt as it is the Thermomix green!

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 01:07:57 am
My seventh Kribbitt arrived today but this is for a friend.

Also this bag from Peters of Kensington. Leather made in Germany and smells wonderful as real leather should. Of course it is far to heavy and big for Cairns but a very desirable me thing.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/23/ema6yqy7.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/23/y9yqe5ej.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2013, 01:11:37 am
Perhaps the lovely handbag can come on a trip to Adelaide Gretchen  :)
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Post by: Wonder on July 23, 2013, 01:18:04 am
Looks lovely Gert. I think you are single handedly keeing Helene in business with your kribbitt purchases!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 01:47:18 am
The bag may be tad heavy for Adelaide as it weighs about a kilo! But it holds not only a large iPad but the Kribbitt as well

I would say I was small potatoes for the Kribbitt. THey are going all over the world  now. I think people want them not only because they are An excellent. Product but want to have an original hand produced item before someone copies it and makes a cheap nasty imitation. A bit like handbags eh?

Gert

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Post by: obbie on July 23, 2013, 01:52:38 am
Gert, I bought the dirty dozen spatulas from Helene, and found nothing wrong with them.

Love them, and are getting used all the time.

Lovely new bag  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 02:04:02 am
Quote from: obbie on July 23, 2013, 01:52:38 am
Gert, I bought the dirty dozen spatulas from Helene, and found nothing wrong with them.

Love them, and are getting used all the time.

Lovely new bag  :)

She must e pretty fussy I say.  Bargain!

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Post by: jo_nz on July 23, 2013, 02:55:15 am
I was just looking at those Kribbitt price breaks yesterday...I don't have an ipad myself, but was wondering about Xmas pressies for Mum, sis, bro & SIL who all have them now (SIL just got hers for her 40th which is actually this coming weekend...too late for me to get the kribbitt for then). 

Love the bag  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 03:04:28 am
Only took about 10 days to here . You could give her an IOU for her Birthday with a picture of it and say you didn't get it yet as you wanted to know what colour she wanted .

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2013, 03:32:29 am
Good idea for pressies, I could get a couple for the gk's for Christmas too.  I'll check Gert's out at the forumfest  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 03:51:25 am
You can have a look at mine in Adelaide JD. Amanda has one too.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2013, 04:58:19 am
Mmm Yes, great Christmas gifts.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 23, 2013, 12:44:27 pm
My ver sweet DH surprised me today with a lovely mini ipad.  Ready for the forum he said. I am a very lucky lady. Love you DH xx
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 23, 2013, 12:53:03 pm
Wow that was a lovely surprise Bedlam. ;D
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Post by: Bedlam on July 23, 2013, 12:55:40 pm
Yes, ready to see you in Adelaide now Denise
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 23, 2013, 12:55:53 pm
Wonderful Bedlam! What a sweetie
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 23, 2013, 01:04:18 pm
A lovely surprise and gift Denise.

You have a very thoughtful, kind DH  :)

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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2013, 01:07:52 pm
Lucky you Denise, you're set like a jelly now.
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Post by: Katiej on July 23, 2013, 01:36:47 pm
How wonderful Denise, you will love it.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 23, 2013, 01:44:17 pm
Does anyone use tapatalk with the ipad
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 23, 2013, 01:48:42 pm
I do Denise and I am sure others do. Gert and CP? 
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2013, 01:59:35 pm
How wonderful Bedlam. I only use tapatalk to upload photos, I just find it easier that way.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 23, 2013, 02:35:15 pm
No I don't use tapatalk, I email myself the photo and choose bcc (medium size) and then when I open my email I hold my finger on the photo and save it to camera roll. The downsized pic is the second copy in your camera roll when you attach an existing pic on the forum.
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Post by: Wonder on July 23, 2013, 09:51:09 pm
Great gift Bedlam you will love it. I use tapatalk to insert photos.
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Post by: Yvette on July 23, 2013, 09:54:55 pm
Lucky you Bedlam I use tapatalk to upload photos very easy
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2013, 10:00:49 pm
Here is a handy gadget for travelling. It is a double  charger I bought from Dick Smith. It is also a power surge protector with a blue light on it which is handy if you are  in a strange place and want to find your way to the toilet in the middle of the night. I think it charges in tandem with both devices plugged it it will fully charge one while the other waits it's turn. I think it was $39. There is always a handy power point in a hotel bathroom.

Oh dear Tapatalk won't upload the pic so will try later.

Gert
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/quvudy4u.jpg)
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Post by: dede on July 24, 2013, 12:23:34 am
I like the idea of that Gert. Might have to get myself one.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 24, 2013, 12:43:02 am
Looks good Gert.

I just ordered 2 kribbitts. One for myself and one for DH  :D
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Post by: Emme on July 24, 2013, 01:29:32 am
I love my Kribbit and use it a lot with my mini ipad  especially in the kitchen.  I also download photos using tapatalk.
Great bag Gert, I recently bought a pacsafe one that holds the ipad.


Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 01:47:10 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on July 24, 2013, 12:43:02 am
Looks good Gert.

I just ordered 2 kribbitts. One for myself and one for DH  :D
I doubt you will stop with just two.

The double charger is great for traveling with that light on it. I can remember trying to find the loo in the dark in some dodgy hotels.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 03:15:27 am
Helen  explains more about the Kribbitt  and is looking for someone to sell it in OZ.


http://thermomix.superkitchenmachine.com/blogs/news/8353329-who-is-the-distributor-of-popular-kribbitt-ipad-tablet-stand-to-australia

Any takers?

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 24, 2013, 03:19:17 am
You'd be perfect wouldn't you Gert?  Someone who believes so strongly in this little gadget would make a great agent here in Australia.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 03:35:29 am
I would find it hard to deal with the complainers Judy. I would just tell them to bu##er off. 

it would be a great opportunity for someone who already has an on line shop though.  I suppose it would be possible to get them cheaper as the postage must be a huge part of the price.

Yeah when I believe in a product, like you do, I want everyone to have one. Just like the Thermothingy .

You wanna do it?

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 24, 2013, 04:24:08 am
Wallaby bakers flour on special at Coles this week :)

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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 04:26:12 am
Thank you BZB?
Gert
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Post by: goldfish on July 24, 2013, 04:58:09 am
The Annabelle White/Kathy Paterson book that Chookie recommended finally arrived today! :) looking forward to some bedtime reading!
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Post by: judydawn on July 24, 2013, 05:43:07 am
No thanks Gert, I don't have time to do everything I want without taking on something else.
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Post by: Emme on July 24, 2013, 06:08:19 am
Quote from: goldfish on July 24, 2013, 04:58:09 am
The Annabelle White/Kathy Paterson book that Chookie recommended finally arrived today! :) looking forward to some bedtime reading!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/umy9aguv.jpg)
Great minds Goldfish  ;) :D ;D still waiting on my copy  ;D

Marie
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Post by: mcmich on July 24, 2013, 06:18:23 am
Looks like a lovely book girls.  :D
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Post by: goldfish on July 24, 2013, 06:23:55 am
Hi Marie.. Hope you don't have too long to wait... Was beginning to wonder about mine as it was beyond the time frame of arrival they suggested. I was just about to make an enquiry when it was popped into the letterbox :)
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Post by: Brumington on July 24, 2013, 07:21:06 am
That book looks lovely.

I made two purchases today which I'd like to share. The first is a pack of reusable food pouches (6 x 100ml and 6 x 200ml) for yogurt etc and the second is a bottle of REAL milk! It comes in a glass bottle and even has cream settling on the top!!!!! 😊

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/2a9ume8y.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/ahy3u3u3.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on July 24, 2013, 08:27:17 am
Love the bottle of milk.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 08:47:12 am
Good grief a real bottle of milk!

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 24, 2013, 09:42:36 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 08:47:12 am
Good grief a real bottle of milk!

Gert
Yes, Gert, you can still get real bottles of real milk!
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Post by: Brumington on July 24, 2013, 09:47:32 am
The milk is beautiful too. The company use very little processing and as a result they only sell to shops and cafes within an hour and a half of their farm. I'm lucky enough to have our local butcher as one of their suppliers. This is my special 'drinking' milk for me and the little ones!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 24, 2013, 09:49:49 am
Seeing the glass milk bottle brought back childhood memories  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 24, 2013, 09:52:05 am
I have 't seen a glass bottle of milk in years.

I hope that farmer does well.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 24, 2013, 10:35:42 am
Love the bottle of milk.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on July 24, 2013, 11:20:41 am
What a fantastic find. Real bottles of milk.

Childhood memories for me too CC as  my brother and I used to fight over who would get the cream at the top of the bottle in our
cornflakes  :)
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Post by: obbie on July 24, 2013, 11:36:28 pm
Real bottles of milk, brings back memories. :)
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Post by: Debbiebillg on July 24, 2013, 11:59:13 pm
Quote from: Brumington on July 24, 2013, 07:21:06 am
That book looks lovely.

I made two purchases today which I'd like to share. The first is a pack of reusable food pouches (6 x 100ml and 6 x 200ml) for yogurt etc and the second is a bottle of REAL milk! It comes in a glass bottle and even has cream settling on the top!!!!!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/2a9ume8y.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/ahy3u3u3.jpg)

Brumington, Are you in Brisbane then ? We are buying that milk and we loovvveeee it !!! We follow his fb page as well.  The looks on the faces of my kids was priceless when they saw the cream on top.  We've been getting the orange top 2 l, not in glass unfortunately but it works out a bit cheaper than the 1l. It always has  a long expiry and the longer it's in the fridge, the more cream.  The farmer started this I think as a kick in the teeth to Woolies and Coles because he wasn't prepared to accept the low price they were going to pay him to send his milk to a milk processing plant.  Have you watched the video on his website of the automated robotic milking ? The cows decide when they want to milk lol.  My kids loved watching the video and they want to go and do the farm tour, which I think would be great.
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Post by: Wonder on July 25, 2013, 12:07:13 am
Great purchases Brumington and the milk sounds lovely, does he recycle the milk bottles? The pouches look interesting, what do you intend using them for?
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Post by: stacelee on July 25, 2013, 12:09:59 am
I just realised where I've seen that name before.  Big Gun Butchers at Slacks Creek/Kuraby were advertising it on their illuminated sign as I drove home from work last night.  I'll have to call in and have a look.  Luckily I wanted to stop in to the vegetable shop and pick up a couple of things anyway :). I wonder whether it would make nice mozzarella cheese?
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Post by: Debbiebillg on July 25, 2013, 12:43:49 am
Quote from: stacelee on July 25, 2013, 12:09:59 am
I just realised where I've seen that name before.  Big Gun Butchers at Slacks Creek/Kuraby were advertising it on their illuminated sign as I drove home from work last night.  I'll have to call in and have a look.  Luckily I wanted to stop in to the vegetable shop and pick up a couple of things anyway :). I wonder whether it would make nice mozzarella cheese?

Stacelee,
Big Gun have it and also IGA Rochedale have it too. So you're very local to me ...... I'm at Eight Mile Plains.
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Post by: jo_nz on July 25, 2013, 12:46:38 am
Yum, cream on top of the milk...

I like the look of those pouches too - I ordered some recently but it turned out they were out of stock, so back to looking.  Oh, well, I saved some money (for now) I suppose! I'm trying to find a kid-friendly way to put yoghurt in the lunchboxes.  DD can't open the little Tupperware cups without making a big mess.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2013, 01:08:13 am
My new  "paper" bag arrived. Perfect for keeping home made bread.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/25/y2aje8ag.jpg)
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Post by: Wonder on July 25, 2013, 03:03:20 am
I love the look of those bags. I will be interested to hear what you think of them.
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Post by: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 03:28:07 am
I have finally managed to find some Australian-made pure merino wool thick socks for the kids  :D :D  They spend heaps of time playing outside, even in the cold and the wet, and the thin cotton or acrylic socks that are so common in the major chain stores just dont make the grade.

Sadly, it is not very often that I am able to find Australian made clothing anymore either - but today I found this company that is a family-owned business that makes quality socks using local Australian wool:  http://www.lindnersocks.com.au/   So I stocked up!
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Post by: Brumington on July 25, 2013, 03:58:50 am
Quote from: Debbiebillg on July 24, 2013, 11:59:13 pm
Quote from: Brumington on July 24, 2013, 07:21:06 am
That book looks lovely.

I made two purchases today which I'd like to share. The first is a pack of reusable food pouches (6 x 100ml and 6 x 200ml) for yogurt etc and the second is a bottle of REAL milk! It comes in a glass bottle and even has cream settling on the top!!!!!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/2a9ume8y.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/ahy3u3u3.jpg)

Brumington, Are you in Brisbane then ? We are buying that milk and we loovvveeee it !!! We follow his fb page as well.  The looks on the faces of my kids was priceless when they saw the cream on top.  We've been getting the orange top 2 l, not in glass unfortunately but it works out a bit cheaper than the 1l. It always has  a long expiry and the longer it's in the fridge, the more cream.  The farmer started this I think as a kick in the teeth to Woolies and Coles because he wasn't prepared to accept the low price they were going to pay him to send his milk to a milk processing plant.  Have you watched the video on his website of the automated robotic milking ? The cows decide when they want to milk lol.  My kids loved watching the video and they want to go and do the farm tour, which I think would be great.

How beautiful is it????!!! I'm in the Lockyer Valley. They stock it at Laidley Butchers and Rosewood IGA. I've not seen the video yet but will check it out. I'd absolutely love to do the tour.
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Post by: Brumington on July 25, 2013, 04:00:47 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 25, 2013, 12:07:13 am
Great purchases Brumington and the milk sounds lovely, does he recycle the milk bottles? The pouches look interesting, what do you intend using them for?

Not too sure if he recycles the bottles. I'll have to find out. I'm going to reuse mine!

I'm going to use the bags for yogurt for kids lunch boxes.
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Post by: Brumington on July 25, 2013, 04:06:11 am
Gert I still don't have my bag. I'll have to call them I think.

Jo I bought these from School Mum Facebook page (she's the same person who does Aldi Mum). It was only $21.50 I think for 6 x 100ml pouches and 6 x 200ml pouches.
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Post by: mcmich on July 25, 2013, 04:07:56 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 03:28:07 am
I have finally managed to find some Australian-made pure merino wool thick socks for the kids  :D :D  They spend heaps of time playing outside, even in the cold and the wet, and the thin cotton or acrylic socks that are so common in the major chain stores just dont make the grade.

Sadly, it is not very often that I am able to find Australian made clothing anymore either - but today I found this company that is a family-owned business that makes quality socks using local Australian wool:  http://www.lindnersocks.com.au/   So I stocked up!
Thanks Karen.

I just had a look at the website. What a lovely story. Ordered DH some work socks. Can never get good quality work socks.
DH said he was cold last night driving to Canberra too.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2013, 04:49:50 am
Lovely story and website. The socks are very reasonably priced. Glad you posted  this for those who need to keep tootsies warm.

Gert
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Post by: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 05:06:18 am
Gert, I am told they also stock a hand-dyed rainbow coloured sock - surely even your hot little QLD toosties could do with a pair of those  ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 25, 2013, 05:10:16 am
looks like another meet up for 2 close forum members. :)
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Post by: astarra on July 25, 2013, 05:13:56 am
Not really my shopping but.... I now have a Tefal Actifry sitting on my bench (and 2 girls sitting in its box) ... a new kitchen toy to play with!  :D :D  What a lovely gift!!!  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2013, 05:29:51 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 05:06:18 am
Gert, I am told they also stock a hand-dyed rainbow coloured sock - surely even your hot little QLD toosties could do with a pair of those  ;D ;D

I never even owned a pair of shoes until I had to buy them for the forum fest to keep my feet warm in Perth. I will have to wipe the mould off for Adelaide!

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2013, 05:33:56 am
Quote from: Brumington on July 25, 2013, 04:06:11 am
Gert I still don't have my bag. I'll have to call them I think.

Jo I bought these from School Mum Facebook page (she's the same person who does Aldi Mum). It was only $21.50 I think for 6 x 100ml pouches and 6 x 200ml pouches.

I ordered mine on the 18th and it came by mail this morning. Pretty good for Cairns.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on July 25, 2013, 07:29:12 am
Astarra, I want a actifry , let me know how it is.
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Post by: Emme on July 25, 2013, 07:47:09 am
Gert will be interested to hear what you think of the bags.  Are they meant to store the bread?

Had to buy another freezer today, wish they would make them to last longer ??? ???

Re wool socks, I knit them for DH.  Takes me about 2 weeks for a pair, he loves them for the winter.

Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on July 25, 2013, 08:06:13 am
Must start a loaf tonight and we will see. You could store Anything in them or could be a decorator item. I like the feel.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 25, 2013, 08:39:02 am
Quote from: Emme on July 25, 2013, 07:47:09 am
Gert will be interested to hear what you think of the bags.  Are they meant to store the bread?

Had to buy another freezer today, wish they would make them to last longer ??? ???

Re wool socks, I knit them for DH.  Takes me about 2 weeks for a pair, he loves them for the winter.

Marie

You are very clever Marie. I have tried knitting socks and just can't get it together. You have one lucky DH.  :D
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Post by: Brumington on July 25, 2013, 09:20:32 am
Gert the bag arrived today. I'm liking it but have no bread to store in it. Typical!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 25, 2013, 12:35:48 pm
Karen thanks for the web link. I think some of those socks may be coming my way.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 26, 2013, 05:24:51 am
I went to my usual coffee shop yesterday and asked if they sold the beans (as I like the flavour of their coffee). They weren't allowed as a part of their contract, so the barista suggested I go online... So I ordered the beans in the time it took to wait for my coffee, and they arrived today,  only 29 hours later :) Great service! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/26/2y5a4uta.jpg)
Sorry if it is a massive pic,  I can't tell when using tapatalk (on the up side you can see the brand of beans if you are interested).
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Post by: achookwoman on July 26, 2013, 10:15:08 am
Had to pay a quick visit to Melb today and had an hour to fill in.  Guess what I bought at readings?  But I did resist 2 others that I really liked?
The BBQ one is for DD,  not so happy with it but has some interesting drinks.  One of which I will make for the non alchy drinkers.   The green kitchen,  I have their 2 apps.    The 5.2 diet book is much better than the others that I have,  and as the photos of the food are excellent ,  I will probably use it.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 26, 2013, 10:16:10 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/26/emy2epy8.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on July 26, 2013, 10:21:25 am
I have the bbq book, have browsed through it.  :)
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Post by: Brumington on July 26, 2013, 10:33:45 am
Jamberie, excellent service. I love a good coffee.
Achookwoman, I try so hard to resist buying cookery books. I try to hire them from the library and if I borrow one I really like I'd then go ahead and buy it.  So difficult to resist though.

I bought an electric pasta machine from Aldi today reduced to $49.99. I did say no more gadgets but couldn't resist!
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Post by: judydawn on July 26, 2013, 10:36:25 am
I can't wait to browse your bookcase Chookie, being surrounded by so many books I don't have will be delightful.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 26, 2013, 12:25:50 pm
Judy,  you won't know where to start.  Unless you are so exhausted ,  you may just collapse into bed. 
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Post by: cookie1 on July 26, 2013, 12:32:36 pm
I love Readings. Each time I get to Melbourne I try and visit. I even know my way by myself now, and which trams to catch.
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Post by: judydawn on July 26, 2013, 12:33:02 pm
It sounds like you and Ral are going to tire us out Chookie.
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Post by: maddy on July 26, 2013, 02:27:23 pm
goodies from a specialty deli....Black Sea salt, citrus sea salt, Dutch chocolate & mustards, and finally found light corn syrup!
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Post by: Wonder on July 26, 2013, 09:29:04 pm
Great buys everyone.

Maddy, your pictures aren't showing up  :(
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Post by: maddy on July 27, 2013, 08:18:49 am
Quote from: Wonder on July 26, 2013, 09:29:04 pm
Maddy, your pictures aren't showing up  :(

I noticed that  :-))  Apparently photobucket allows you 10 GB free per month free storage.....so if your photos have been viewed in excess of 100 times each in a month, you have to pay for extra storage.....which I'm not!
The alternative is to link them directly to my photobucket account   :-\
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Post by: goldfish on July 27, 2013, 08:52:35 am
Just noticed how Maddy's response reads to Photobucket's invitation to "upgrade to Plus . . . " ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 27, 2013, 09:52:46 am
I tried to resist, but failed.
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Post by: goldfish on July 27, 2013, 10:07:59 am
 . . . and Margaret can't seem to hide her delight, CP!!   ;D ;D ;D  Enjoy the book!!  Looking forward to hearing how you find it!
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Post by: jeninwa on July 27, 2013, 10:11:24 am
Enjoy your book CP, looking forward to seeing what you make.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 27, 2013, 10:45:45 am
GF this woman really knows how to extract money from me. I checked the publishing date before buying as she tends to change the bookcovers all the time, and then you don't know if you've already got it  :-)) Everything looks so nice, I really don't know what I'm going to make first.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 27, 2013, 12:46:38 pm
It looks wonderful CP. like you I love baking. I look forward to your review of it.  ;)
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Post by: astarra on July 27, 2013, 11:54:15 pm
Quote from: obbie on July 25, 2013, 07:29:12 am
Astarra, I want a actifry , let me know how it is.

So far I love it....does yum garlic bread on TM bread spread with TM garlic butter ..... delish! Also great for cooking battered fish etc, look at this site for ideas of what it can do.... http://www.afrecipes.net (http://www.afrecipes.net)  :)
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Post by: Bedlam on July 28, 2013, 12:03:03 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 03:28:07 am
I have finally managed to find some Australian-made pure merino wool thick socks for the kids  :D :D  They spend heaps of time playing outside, even in the cold and the wet, and the thin cotton or acrylic socks that are so common in the major chain stores just dont make the grade.

Sadly, it is not very often that I am able to find Australian made clothing anymore either - but today I found this company that is a family-owned business that makes quality socks using local Australian wool:  http://www.lindnersocks.com.au/   So I stocked up!

Just wanted to share.... My girls bought DH the loveliest socks back from NZ,possum wool, soft and warm, how do I know? They went in the dryer and now fit me!  Luckily it was he who through them in,I had treated them with care.  Just a word of warning.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 28, 2013, 12:54:13 am
They sound lovely Bedlam. Great score!
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Post by: mcmich on July 28, 2013, 02:58:10 am
Quote from: Bedlam on July 28, 2013, 12:03:03 am
Quote from: KarenH on July 25, 2013, 03:28:07 am
I have finally managed to find some Australian-made pure merino wool thick socks for the kids  :D :D  They spend heaps of time playing outside, even in the cold and the wet, and the thin cotton or acrylic socks that are so common in the major chain stores just dont make the grade.

Sadly, it is not very often that I am able to find Australian made clothing anymore either - but today I found this company that is a family-owned business that makes quality socks using local Australian wool:  http://www.lindnersocks.com.au/   So I stocked up!

Just wanted to share.... My girls bought DH the loveliest socks back from NZ,possum wool, soft and warm, how do I know? They went in the dryer and now fit me!  Luckily it was he who through them in,I had treated them with care.  Just a word of warning.

Gotta love the Kiwis - we protect possums and they make socks out of them.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 28, 2013, 03:03:36 am
They even eat them!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 28, 2013, 04:40:05 am
Astarra, why did you choose Actifry instead of Philips Air Fryer? Been looking at the Air Fryer but not sure as the capacity is small and yet the appliance takes up precious kitchen space.
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Post by: jeninwa on July 28, 2013, 04:56:17 am
Today at the local farmers market I bought native limes.
Red  centre and sunrise limes and a jar desert raisin relish. These limes  are a good source of vitamin P.
The sunrise limes you eat the whole fruit.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/28/amygy2a6.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/28/7a6yguvu.jpg)
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Post by: jo_nz on July 28, 2013, 05:57:44 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 28, 2013, 03:03:36 am
They even eat them!

Ew, you wouldn't find a possum in my kitchen.
But yes, funny how our neighbours (you Aussies) protect these pests!  ;) 
Possum socks/scarves/gloves etc are so soft and snuggly!  My next socks will be hand knitted merino - my first adult pair!  Might even finish them this winter..... :-))
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Post by: Bedlam on July 28, 2013, 06:27:55 am
Jen,what are you going to do with your red centre limes? I have a tree and threw some out recently after much pondering.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 28, 2013, 07:04:27 am
Are these finger limes?
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Post by: jeninwa on July 28, 2013, 08:03:17 am
No not finger limes chookie,
Bedlam I'm going to try some of these recipes,
DH and I have just been eating them.

http://www.australiandesertlimes.com.au/html/recipes.htm
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Post by: astarra on July 28, 2013, 11:35:58 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on July 28, 2013, 04:40:05 am
Astarra, why did you choose Actifry instead of Philips Air Fryer? Been looking at the Air Fryer but not sure as the capacity is small and yet the appliance takes up precious kitchen space.

I was given it, so didn't actually choose it. My mum has one and raves over it, my SIL and also my sister got one for themselves after using mum's, so Ihave them all to trade notes with too! :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 28, 2013, 01:11:47 pm
Lucky you, Astarra. And you have your own private forum to trade notes and recipes ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 29, 2013, 05:37:18 am
What a great service. Ordered wools socks from the Lindner site that Karen posted about. I ordered the socks on Friday and they arrived today. DH is excited as he loves new socks. Always trying to sneak them into the grocery trolley.
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Post by: KarenH on July 29, 2013, 11:02:04 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 29, 2013, 05:37:18 am
What a great service. Ordered wools socks from the Lindner site that Karen posted about. I ordered the socks on Friday and they arrived today. DH is excited as he loves new socks. Always trying to sneak them into the grocery trolley.

Glad you like them Mich!  Ours have't arrived yet ....... maybe tomorrow.
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Post by: goldfish on July 30, 2013, 05:28:49 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 28, 2013, 07:04:27 am
Are these finger limes?

Chookie - I've been looking at various sources for fruit trees and came across this description . . . .

Red Centre Lime (Australian Blood Lime): Citrus Gems Red Centre Lime, also known as the Australian Blood Lime, is a cross between a finger lime and a mandarin that produces lustrous red, egg shaped fruit about the size of a cumquat. The combination of ruby red skin with a luscious red citrus pulp and a tangy pink juice makes Red Centre Lime the perfect addition to your garden and fruit bowl.Winter fruiting. Developed by the CSIRO.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 30, 2013, 06:23:25 am
I picked up a couple of C*les brand bath sheets for $15 ea today. They are all cotton and I thought the quality was pretty good.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 30, 2013, 08:41:49 am
Maddy, what do you use black salt for?

Those Lindner socks look good too.
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Post by: deedub on July 30, 2013, 10:19:03 am
Today I bought boots, 2 dresses, 1 skirt and 1 top.... operation New Work Wardrobe has begun! I had a brilliant young sales assistant at DJ's, she just kept bringing me things to try on and I liked them all. I hope she gets a commission, she certainly earned it!
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Post by: Katiej on July 30, 2013, 11:03:29 am
Sounds like a productive days shopping Dee.  It's nice when you find a helpful sales assistant.
Glad you decided to get the new wardrobe for you new job, you deserve it!
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Post by: maddy on July 31, 2013, 02:32:00 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 30, 2013, 08:41:49 am
Maddy, what do you use black salt for?

well I bought it for a couple of recipes in Donna Hays black & white issue...it's generally a finishing salt.
Falksalt has an amazing range

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d3fb67593a2e98071b75476d383484f9.jpg)


.....well after DS footy match on Sunday, the club had an auction day....amongst all the sporting memorabilia, and general auction items.....the last item was.....a pink chandelier, with crystals and glass droplets   :D
Considering I wasn't even going to attend, fate stepped in don't you think? LOL....hubby copped a ribbing for it too  ;D
It's lounge room bound, will post a pick when up  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on July 31, 2013, 02:54:43 am
Can't wait to see the picture of that piece of good fortune maddy - what a great husband you have and to think he has even noticed your favourite colour is pink ;D
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Post by: obbie on July 31, 2013, 03:33:31 am
That is great Maddy.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 31, 2013, 06:59:38 am
Oo you couldn't go past that Maddy, pleased to be able to see your lovely photos again.
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Post by: Bonsai on July 31, 2013, 11:16:22 am
Used a gift voucher mum Mum and Dad gave me for my birthday. I'd been looking for a nice work bag for a while(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/31/ude7a6y8.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on July 31, 2013, 11:23:26 am
Very nice bag Bonsai  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 31, 2013, 12:14:53 pm
Snap Bonsai. I just bought a similar Greenburry from Peters of Kensington.  Love it.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on July 31, 2013, 12:20:56 pm
Lovely bag Bonsai
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Post by: Bonsai on July 31, 2013, 02:59:08 pm
They looked like nice quality leather bags and I know I'll get years of wear out of it (now our dog has grown out of the chewing phase)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/31/a3erejy7.jpg)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 31, 2013, 09:02:13 pm
You were destined to find that pink chandelier, Maddy :)

Love the bag, bonsai. Your doggy is so cute :D
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Post by: mcmich on July 31, 2013, 09:51:21 pm
Lovely handbag Bonsai - you certainly wouldn't want your dog chewing on it. Very cute jumper she/he has on.
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Post by: obbie on July 31, 2013, 11:29:29 pm
lovely bag
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Post by: cookie1 on August 01, 2013, 03:33:35 am
Love the bag, I adore nice bags but I am very hard on them. The dog is cute too, what's his/her name?
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Post by: Brumington on August 01, 2013, 03:43:31 am
Yes. I love the bag too. Where is it from? Thinking at the age of 37 I might have to grow up a bit and buy one!
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Post by: Bonsai on August 01, 2013, 11:50:43 am
The bag is from Peters of Kensington - Greenburry leather. Our dog is an 18 month old Yorkshire Terrier who feels the cold in winter so has a few clothes to keep him warm.
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Post by: judydawn on August 01, 2013, 01:29:27 pm
They are both lovely Bonsai.
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Post by: jo_nz on August 02, 2013, 12:05:49 am
I bought an Alison & Simon Holst lunchbox cookbook Food to Go (http://www.fishpond.co.nz/Books/Food-to-Go-Alison-Holst-Simon-Holst/9781877382017) (I actually bought a second hand one off trademe, and received it the next day!!)
Already made some muesli bars last night. 
Now that DH and I take lunches too I'm trying to get a few extra ideas.  And DD doesn't really eat sandwiches  :-))
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Post by: kezza on August 03, 2013, 08:37:12 am
Finally bought a New Wave Pizza Oven today online at Kitchenware Direct.  :) They had a deal of the day for them.
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Post by: Yvette on August 03, 2013, 08:53:08 am
Enjoy Kezza I have just finished using mine for dinner tonight  :)
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Post by: Thermesa on August 03, 2013, 10:11:43 am
BZB I use the loaf time to make varoma bread. My boys don't like crust so the steaming works well. A nice small loaf.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 03, 2013, 12:20:49 pm
Varoma bread is lovely toasted. I like adding a few sultanas and then toasting the resulting bread.
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Post by: obbie on August 04, 2013, 11:36:38 pm
you will love the pizza machine.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 06, 2013, 12:25:51 pm
My boys have been learning to skate since February. DS8 is already quite fast and has broken his skates we bought him in March. Luckily we're getting a refund on those ones but really he's already outgrown them in skill. Anyhow, he wants some new skates because he's wanting to play inline hockey. At the local skating rink, the skates he wanted were $180 eeeekkk.  We just bought the exact same skates on Amazon for $US91 (including shipping).

I feel really bad that we're not getting them at the skating rink where we are every weekend and that we're not supporting them  .......... but just couldn't justify spending another $80 !

We really pay too much for stuff here !!!

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Post by: maddy on August 07, 2013, 01:57:26 am
Domed cake pop stand

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/87ca4cfe3bca9c53a1ede15f6ddec204.jpg)

X 2

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2a285df7747ab25f24152f15b85fbd1d.jpg)

...I think intervention is needed.

Too many pics to post, but bought some more cupcake papers & laser cut sleeves (I keep changing my mind on these party cakes  :-X)
Silver & black edible sprays, more chocolate moulds, diamanté 4 & 0 for top tier of cupcakes, diamanté mini tiaras....and 5 tier stand hire....which had I enquired earlier, I would have bought myself one for the same cost as hiring  :-\ oh well, it's done.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 07, 2013, 02:24:45 am
There are never too many of your shopping pics to post Maddy!
Love the cake pop stand!
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Post by: obbie on August 07, 2013, 02:48:45 am
love the cake pop stand too. :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 07, 2013, 04:31:24 am
Where did you buy that cake pop stand maddy?  I could get DD one of those.
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Post by: Wonder on August 07, 2013, 01:22:35 pm
Lovely stands Maddy.

I decided to purchase a keyboard for my ipad mini today. DD has had one for her iPad and loves it, I'm really enjoying having a proper keyboard rather than the screen keyboard. This is a Logitech brand and acts as a case, unfortunately it means I know don't have a need for the Kribbitt.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/07/7a4ete7e.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on August 07, 2013, 01:41:26 pm
I have a keyboard for my Galaxy Tab too, I really like it for typing.
Today I bought the Aldi yoghurt maker...only $15 :)
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Post by: Wonder on August 08, 2013, 12:59:42 am
Jamberie, I haven't seen the yogurt maker advertised I'll be interested to have a look.
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Post by: obbie on August 08, 2013, 01:10:38 am
I bought the kids HP tablets and gave them to them last night. ;)

went down well as the extra birthday pressies.

DD birthday is this Sunday.
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Post by: Wonder on August 08, 2013, 01:21:58 am
They will love them Obbie.

jamberie, do you know if the yoghurt maker is a current item? I've decided I need to buy one  :D
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 08, 2013, 01:39:03 am
Quote from: Wonder on August 08, 2013, 01:21:58 am
They will love them Obbie.

jamberie, do you know if the yoghurt maker is a current item? I've decided I need to buy one  :D

Wonder, they started yesterday I think.
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Post by: obbie on August 08, 2013, 02:54:46 am
yes, they have been bugging us for ages...
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Post by: Jamberie on August 08, 2013, 07:53:44 am
Quote from: Wonder on August 08, 2013, 01:21:58 am
They will love them Obbie.

jamberie, do you know if the yoghurt maker is a current item? I've decided I need to buy one  :D
Yes,  they are a current item Wonder. For that price I figure we can't go wrong! I'll take a photo when I get home if that helps.
FYI Aldi have an app which is great a it tells you what is on special and when :)
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Post by: Wonder on August 09, 2013, 12:48:35 am
Thanks Jamberie, thanks. I went to Aldi on my home last night and they had a stack of them. When I got home both the kids said why did I bother when I always make the yogurt in the TMX and DH said for $15 you can't really go wrong!! I really like the little jars and DD and I have layered them with home made lactose free greek yoghurt, strawberries (also from Aldi) and Tenina's granuelsi, I'll try to post a photo as they looks great. So even if I don't use the maker very much the jars are a great size to bring my yogurt to work in.
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Post by: KarenH on August 09, 2013, 01:23:59 am
Those yoghurt makers sound wonderful - and for $15, you cant go wrong!  So annoyed there is no Aldi and Adelaide  >:(
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Post by: Jamberie on August 09, 2013, 03:54:52 am
That sounds yummy Wonder. I must admit that I was tempted to buy two just for an extra set of jars!
I think the price is definately with it here... With overnight temperature of -3, there's no way yoghurt will set!
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Post by: KarenH on August 09, 2013, 04:05:04 am
Do Aldi sell online??
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Post by: Jamberie on August 09, 2013, 04:14:53 am
Not as far as I know sorry Karen :(
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Post by: Wonder on August 09, 2013, 04:52:30 am
Karen, i can try and pick one up and give it to you on Sunday.
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Post by: KarenH on August 09, 2013, 05:09:35 am
Wonder - that is such a kind offer!  If it is not too much trouble, that would be wonderful  :-* :-* :-*  But if you dont get a chance to go there again, that is absolutely no worries.... I really appreciate the offer  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on August 10, 2013, 11:07:57 am
Bought a 10 kilo front loader washing machine today hopefully that will cut my washing loads in half
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Post by: Bedlam on August 10, 2013, 11:10:06 am
Which one did you get yvette. I have the Samsung,very happy
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Post by: gertbysea on August 10, 2013, 11:35:58 am
That is a biggy yvette.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on August 10, 2013, 10:55:43 pm
Bedlam I got the Samsung too glad to know you are happy with yours  :)

We didn't go into the shop to buy a washing machine glad we did though
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Post by: Bedlam on August 11, 2013, 02:11:36 am
Through massive overuse ( when we had the twins around 6 months and a 21/2 year old,together with us 4). My 2 year old machine died, really didnt have a choice to replace immediately hoping to get some help from the agency. Haha.
Anyway as i said very happy with my machine.
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Post by: Yvette on August 11, 2013, 04:13:36 am
Bedlam there are only the three of us looking forward to washing all the king size sheets together it gets delivered on Tuesday.
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Post by: maddy on August 13, 2013, 01:37:42 am
Quote from: judydawn on August 07, 2013, 04:31:24 am
Where did you buy that cake pop stand maddy?  I could get DD one of those.

My anal obsession with purpose made stands led me to fishpond
http://www.fishpond.com.au/Kitchen/Nordic-Ware-Cake-pop-kit-Cake-pop-pan-for-12-pops-24-sticks-EZ-Deco-pen-set-decorator-frosting-bag-Recipe-Booklet-and-3-tiered-display-stand-with-domoe-lid/9999038478342
unfortunately it came in a hole kit package, so it bumped the price.....yet Amazon sold the stand alone, but only through an alternate seller, with expedited shipping....at $189  :-) :o :o :o
let me see what's it like, and tell you If it's worth it  ;)

I picked up this icecream book

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/27350a69c57b9156fee4ef829b6e40c6.jpg)

I really like it.....and there's lots of extra recipes for sauces, cones & other things
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Post by: Brumington on August 13, 2013, 04:58:13 am
I too bought an Aldi yogurt maker. I made yogurt using the EDC recipe but increased the milk to 1200ml. I used an organic plain yogurt as my starter and used the Scenic Rim milk from my local butcher. The result was the best, creamiest yogurt I have ever made. I can't get enough of it with Tenina's graneusli and berry lime coulis. I think the yogurt sets better because it is easier for the warmth to penetrate around the little pots. Love it.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 13, 2013, 07:00:08 am
Quote from: Brumington on August 13, 2013, 04:58:13 am
I too bought an Aldi yogurt maker. I made yogurt using the EDC recipe but increased the milk to 1200ml. I used an organic plain yogurt as my starter and used the Scenic Rim milk from my local butcher. The result was the best, creamiest yogurt I have ever made. I can't get enough of it with Tenina's graneusli and berry lime coulis. I think the yogurt sets better because it is easier for the warmth to penetrate around the little pots. Love it.

Thanks for the notes Brumington. I made the yoghurt too, just using the recipe in the aldi booklet...not delighted with it (not too bad though), I'll try the EDC recipe with your tweaks and see how I go.
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Post by: Brumington on August 13, 2013, 07:11:45 am
Quote from: Jamberie on August 13, 2013, 07:00:08 am
Quote from: Brumington on August 13, 2013, 04:58:13 am
I too bought an Aldi yogurt maker. I made yogurt using the EDC recipe but increased the milk to 1200ml. I used an organic plain yogurt as my starter and used the Scenic Rim milk from my local butcher. The result was the best, creamiest yogurt I have ever made. I can't get enough of it with Tenina's graneusli and berry lime coulis. I think the yogurt sets better because it is easier for the warmth to penetrate around the little pots. Love it.

Thanks for the notes Brumington. I made the yoghurt too, just using the recipe in the aldi booklet...not delighted with it (not too bad though), I'll try the EDC recipe with your tweaks and see how I go.

I always cook it in speed 3 to avoid the milk catching on the bottom.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 13, 2013, 11:23:34 am
Karen if wonder doesnt find the aldi yoghurt maker i can have a look here.. Will be heading that way tomorrow.. If i see one ill grab it anyway.. I could always hang onto it if wonder manages to get one.. :)
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Post by: KarenH on August 13, 2013, 11:46:46 am
Thanks so much for the offer Kim - but Wonder got me a yoghurt maker and brought it to Chookies on Sunday.  I used it for the first time last night - and it was fantastic!  I used "faffa's best yoghurt recipe" method in the TMX, and just poured it into the jars for the yoghurt maker rather than into the thermoserver.  Then I set it going for 10 hours, and it is just beautiful.

I had made yoghurt previously in the thermoserver, but it was pretty hit and miss whether it worked or not, and I got sick of having to use up the milk from the failed batches, and of not having yoghurt when we needed it.  I think that for $15 the aldi yoghurt maker is a winner.
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Post by: maddy on August 13, 2013, 11:48:15 am
Forgot to mention I also picked up an Aldi yoghurt maker, after stumbling across this blog for lactose free yoghurt (made in the aldi maker)
http://recipegeek.com.au/blog/2012/09/08/lactose-free-yoghurt-lumina-yoghurt-maker/
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Post by: Frozzie on August 13, 2013, 12:33:22 pm
Oh glad you got it karen.. For some reason inmy head i thought she was talking about the ADL weekend.. Need to go to bed lol....
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Post by: Wonder on August 13, 2013, 12:49:51 pm
Maddy, thats the blog that made me want to buy the yoghurt maker. I only ever use either Liddells or Aldi lactose free milk for yoghurt as DD has a reaction to milk and yoghurt but can tolerate the lactose free ones. She prefers the yoghurt made with lactose free milk to any other yoghurt. i think its a bit sweeter than when made with standard milk but makes great greek yoghurt once strained. i havent used my yoghurt maker yet as i had just made a big batch but have used the jars a few times as they are the perfect size for my work afternoon tea.

the blog also has a link to coconut yoghurt which im going to try.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 14, 2013, 10:06:33 am
Um. Today they had a Dutch Pancake Maker. Yes.  I bought one.

Still deciding on the Cake Pop Maker. $17. Thoughts shopping friends???
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Post by: Frozzie on August 14, 2013, 12:25:50 pm
Went and had a look today... No yoghurt maker they had all gone... I have a very expensive one but wanted to see what the aldi one was like.. Lots of pop cake makers though !!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 15, 2013, 02:17:47 am
Downloaded Alyce's new book - I like it! Lots of lovely recipes that I will definitely use
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Post by: Wonder on August 15, 2013, 02:44:50 am
I didn' realise that was available yet, might have to have a look tonight although I really don't use cook books much these days.
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Post by: droverjess on August 15, 2013, 05:59:01 am
Wow you've all been busy on here!
 DH just bought a very secondhand ride on lawnmower.
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Post by: mab19 on August 15, 2013, 10:42:09 am
Just had to go to Aldi today to see what everyone is talking about.  Yes, I bought a yoghurt maker and a dutch pancake maker as well.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on August 19, 2013, 12:10:04 am
Quote from: Brumington on July 24, 2013, 07:21:06 am


(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/24/ahy3u3u3.jpg)

The farmer that makes 4Real milk here, put a link on his FB page to other dairy farmers around the country and some are also selling unhomogenised milk. Thought I'd post here as others might be interested too. The milk tastes just like milk should taste !

http://flavourcrusader.com/blog/2011/03/family-dairy-milk-organic/
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on August 19, 2013, 09:49:19 am
My new pressure cooker arrived today.  (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/19/ujehazyb.jpg)


Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 19, 2013, 10:22:05 am
I've got a Kuhn Marie and love it
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Post by: BeezeeBee on August 19, 2013, 10:38:58 am
Thanks for the link, Debbie. How much was that bottle of milk?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Debbiebillg on August 19, 2013, 11:03:49 am
BZB, we usually buy the 2 litre. Oppppsss couldn't remember prices but they just posted the prices on their FB page ....... good timing !

2L (green or orange tops) - $3.85

1L orange tops - $2.10

750ml glass bottle - $2.70
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on August 19, 2013, 11:37:33 am
Not too expensive, Debbie. Promising....

I've never had real milk. The stuff from Coles and Woolies are already tasty for me...coming from Malaysia. We only got fake milk flavoured with vanilla :(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 19, 2013, 02:49:18 pm
Thats a nifty p/cooker Emme  8)

I picked a nordic ware giant cupcake pan, as I just don't love the silicone one I do have

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d4d12a78949fc5a79082c5bf3e82035e.jpg)

Also

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0c1b7ac2c074e854d95197775c4141ef.jpg)

And I loved these new cake pop moulds

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/485c57b2c289d8d43d7c81007d8d00c2.jpg)

And another cupcake courier

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d1ad557f28abd953642e8d184085a157.jpg)




Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 19, 2013, 11:25:36 pm
Now you are in business Maddy you just need to buy all these handy things for your cupcakes. Sounds good to me
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on August 20, 2013, 12:23:16 am
Emme, I've got a Kuhn Rikon as well but the frypan model. I love it and you only need a very low heat to keep the pressure up. can't wait to hear what you cook.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on August 20, 2013, 12:47:03 am
I bought another ute, love the new Ford Rangers.
this one is a dual cab 4x4, so I can drive it too with the kids.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 20, 2013, 12:50:02 am
Obbie you should list all your big girl garage toys to your signature.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on August 20, 2013, 01:02:16 am
I should update it Gert. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on August 20, 2013, 01:18:25 am
Wonder, thanks for the tip re heat.  My old one a scanpan won't maintain the pressure, leaks out around the lid.  Replaced the seal but it still leaked.  Looks as though the lugs on the lid and the pan have distorted a little. The kuhn is a much heavier unit and made out of thicker material.

Obbie, you sure like those utes.   :D ;D

Great buys Maddy, love the cup cake mould.

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on August 20, 2013, 06:56:52 am
I just bought 36 tonne of sand to go in my horses night yards. It has been carted in this morning and is now being spread.

Sad I know - but I am very excited! It means my boys will have drier tooties at night, and I won't be skating through the smelly slop every morning. Yesterday was my most impressive slide - from the gate to the post - about 2 metres. Up to my ankles in the smelly stuff (imagine horse poop, wee and mud) as I skidded, nearly lost it when I smashed my arm into the post, mud up my legs and into my wellies. But I did not go a... up - I kept on 2 feet. Then I looked at the spotty horse who was having a not so quiet giggle! He did think it was funny.
No free entertainment for him tomorrow morning.

Pretty sure you don't need a photo of all my beautiful sand  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 20, 2013, 07:18:05 am
Yes we do. 36 tonne of sand is hard to imagin  for some. I use about 10 or more of mulch a year but it is much lighter than sand. A tonne  of water is not much. A tonne of feathers is a lot . Give us a pic please. A tonne is a tonne it all weighs the same. A cubic metre of sand is a few shovel fulls . How many shovel fulls is a tonne of sand?

Spotty Horse is probably happy too. He is a very funny equine. I would love to shake hooves.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on August 20, 2013, 11:41:08 am
Nikkit, you have spoiled spotty horses fun.
I'm glad you are having the sand spread. It would be a lot to do yourself.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 20, 2013, 11:51:38 am
After seeing one of the girls with one of these at the forumfest, CC bought us both one today at the airport before she left.  Very handy gadget.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 20, 2013, 03:03:18 pm
Quote from: maddy on August 07, 2013, 01:57:26 am
Domed cake pop stand

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/87ca4cfe3bca9c53a1ede15f6ddec204.jpg)

X 2

ARGHHH!!!  Email from fishpond to say they can't get it from the supplier  >:(  this has happened 3 times now, purchasing through them, then they cancel the order....won't bother again....(I did purchase one from eBay, but was more expensive :-X).....not holding much hope for getting the cupcake courier now  :-\.  The Aussie sellers whom I originally purchased it from, have disappeared...and it looks like it has been sold to the U.S. now  :(...it's almost double the price as well  >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on August 21, 2013, 02:02:02 am
Gert - it is a heck of a lot of shovel fulls! I paid the guy to spread it with his bobcat. Much easier - for me  ;D

This morning was utter bliss, no smelly slop to skid in, none up my legs and in my wellies and 2 happy horses playing over the fence.

Here's my spunky spotty horse in one yard. He'd been in and rolled in his very expensive sand pit, had a good sniff and walked out.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 21, 2013, 02:16:57 am
Yup a bobcat is what we all need. Now you have it you know you will be topping it up  every year! Horses to love a sand bath.hope you get kisses.

Gert

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 21, 2013, 05:05:25 am
Thought I was going to be able to walk out of the bookshop without a purchase, but alas I saw Sally Wise's book "The Small Kitchen" (recipes for cooking for one or two).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 21, 2013, 05:16:22 am
That was a silly thought CP.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 21, 2013, 07:01:06 am
I know,  but I'd already bought a couple of hard copies off Alyce's new book before I left so whats a girl to do?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on August 21, 2013, 07:02:46 am
go back and buy more CP :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 21, 2013, 10:20:52 am
I have that book CP, Chookie gave it to me when I was over there recently.  Been too busy to read my new books and magazines since the forumfest - they are piling up on my bedside table so I need to have some early nights soon.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 21, 2013, 11:59:24 am
Have been having fun making pizzas with my Pizza Oven.  Obviously HAD to buy Pete Evans Pizza book to go with it!  Thanks girls for pointing out how wonderful this appliance is.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 21, 2013, 12:58:38 pm
Gert, I looked for that bag on Monday,of course all sold out. What a bummer,I should have ordered at dinner.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 21, 2013, 01:02:38 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on August 21, 2013, 12:58:38 pm
Gert, I looked for that bag on Monday,of course all sold out. What a bummer,I should have ordered at dinner.

They will get more in. I bought my first one months ago. Should be here tomorrow or Fri I think.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on August 22, 2013, 01:04:36 am
Quote from: kezza on August 21, 2013, 11:59:24 am
Have been having fun making pizzas with my Pizza Oven.  Obviously HAD to buy Pete Evans Pizza book to go with it!  Thanks girls for pointing out how wonderful this appliance is.

Great news Kezza...I think it would be the 2nd most used appliance I have.  I would replace it tomorrow if it died on me.
I too have the Pete Evans book....still haven't really looked at yet  :-[
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 03:23:30 am
If I had not been in the T2 shop I would have been home to sign for my new handbags.Bummer. Now I have to wait until tomorrow.

New tea, new magnets. For the tea caddys.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/22/agesyqu7.jpg)

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on August 22, 2013, 03:35:07 am
Can anyone recommend tea towels.  I have had a few shocking ones lately that I have brought that are not absorbent at all.  My mum said to boil them which I did and as far as I can tell made no change.

Thank you
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 03:45:03 am
Medusa,  enjo bamboo. Terry cloth  micro-fibre.  I do not use any others and am just going to display CC's lovely Cornish Pastry one. I would never want to actually use it other than to display the recipe. Looks great in my Kitchen being black and white..

Te enjo ones cannot go in the dryer so I use them sparingly in the wet season.  The Terry cloth. Get grubby after a while but the micro fibre sold in big packs in Bunnings. And Office Works are cheap as chops so I use them   Wash them And when they get grubby they go to the garage for car washing I think.  Once it hits the garage I have nothing to do with it. That part of the house remains a mystery to me.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/22/uresezyj.jpg)



Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on August 22, 2013, 03:52:54 am
Quote from: maddy on August 22, 2013, 01:04:36 am
Quote from: kezza on August 21, 2013, 11:59:24 am
Have been having fun making pizzas with my Pizza Oven.  Obviously HAD to buy Pete Evans Pizza book to go with it!  Thanks girls for pointing out how wonderful this appliance is.

Great news Kezza...I think it would be the 2nd most used appliance I have.  I would replace it tomorrow if it died on me.
I too have the Pete Evans book....still haven't really looked at yet  :-[

Was intrigued by your comment, Maddy.

What brand of pizza oven are you ladies using? Google produced New Wave and The Pizza Oven brands. If it really takes 5 mins to heat up and 5 mins to cook, it's probably cheaper to run than a normal oven.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on August 22, 2013, 03:55:01 am
Looks like you've opened a T2 shop, Gert ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 22, 2013, 04:00:45 am
Gert, i only use enjo bamboo and they all go in the dryer.
Mind i purchased a thermoix bamboo,2 in fact, and now they look like dolly's ones.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on August 22, 2013, 04:02:33 am
Very jealous of your T2 collection Gert!

T-towels. I'd recommend Lorraine Lea Linen ones and Norwex. Both fantastic. Absorbent and dry quickly when hung up. Norwex have the added value of being anti bacterial.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 04:55:11 am
Quote from: Bedlam on August 22, 2013, 04:00:45 am
Gert, i only use enjo bamboo and they all go in the dryer.
Mind i purchased a thermoix bamboo,2 in fact, and now they look like dolly's ones.

That is  interesting Bedlam because my three I bought fromThermomix  all shrink to postage stamp size too.  I was pi##ed off as they dried so well. I will treat my new one with care when it arrives. It is on it's way from JD.

I hate linen tea towels  because I think they should be ironed!  I probably use the smaller microfibre most and I could use two or three a day as needs be.  I hate things hanging around drying .

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on August 22, 2013, 05:03:58 am
Oh sorry, you've misunderstood. The company is Lorraine Lea Linen, the tea towel is like a microfibre feel not linen.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2013, 05:16:54 am
I must say that the Enjo t-towel Bedlam is the best one that I've ever used. I've found that a lot of t-towels are just not absorbent. I bought a couple of beautiful tt from Harrods recently as a souvenir and specifically said to DH not to use them in the woodfire oven on the weekend. First time they've made their debut and whaddayaknow he took them off the counter and used them! Black charcoal everywhere!!! Boy was I mad.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2013, 05:21:28 am
How spooky - I just received an email from the enjo consultant about a special 2 x tt, hand wash and something else. Maybe she was stalking on the forum  :o
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 05:37:20 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2013, 05:21:28 am
How spooky - I just received an email from the enjo consultant about a special 2 x tt, hand wash and something else. Maybe she was stalking on the forum  :o

You can count in that! Lurkers and stalkers ;D :D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on August 22, 2013, 05:51:30 am
My TMX bamboo tea-towel is all shrunk too  >:(

I used my new enjo bamboo teatowel from Bedlam yesterday - and it is fabulous!  A really good size too ...... I like them big  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 05:58:01 am
Love your. New avatar Karen! 

I bet TMX got a job lot of seconds and flogged them cheaply.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on August 22, 2013, 06:05:23 am
I only use  enjo tea towels these days. Got ride of all the others.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on August 22, 2013, 06:19:52 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 05:58:01 am
Love your. New avatar Karen! 
Gert

I wonder where that photo could have come from, Gert??   ;D :-))

I just bought a kribbit for a friend who has everything and I find really difficult to buy for.  I have been wondering for ages what to get her for her birthday.

Can you buy enjo online, or do you have to have a party/demonstration?? 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 06:29:29 am
http://www.bamboovillage.com.au/products/bamboo-tea-towels.aspx

Some  here.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on August 22, 2013, 06:32:03 am
Lovely photo Karen  :D

I remember Denise (Bedlam) saying you can order Enjo products online now.
It is a lovely large soft tea towel.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: medusa on August 22, 2013, 06:39:10 am
Thanks for the all the suggestions.  I looked at the enjo ones and it is $48 for five.  So for the investment you all think it is worth it?  I have wasted so much money on teatowels that are now cleaning rags lol.  I should have just spent the money from the start.  Oh well live and learn.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on August 22, 2013, 07:03:06 am
I use only Enjo teatowels now - definately worth every cent....and they don't even get ironed!!!  :D
(My SIL is an enjopreneur)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:29:21 am
I love your new avatar too Karen.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on August 22, 2013, 09:37:46 am
Lovely photo Karen.  :)

CP, used my new pressure cooker today to cook some corn beef and am very pleased.  ;D

Do those bamboo tea towels go hard when they get wet.  I was given two from NZ last Christmas and they are fine while they are dry and they dry the dishes okay but once wet they go very hard. 

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: trudy on August 22, 2013, 10:47:09 am
I have some enjo tea towels and no they don't go hard.  Dry things really well which is what you want.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on August 22, 2013, 10:51:42 am
Thanks Trudy, will put an order in

Marie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kezza on August 22, 2013, 12:21:31 pm
BeezeeBee, it's the New Wave Pizza Oven - the black one, not the red one. 

I also use Enjo tea towels but I don't think they are bamboo ones.  Mine are grey and white stripe and quite large.  I love them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on August 22, 2013, 01:48:39 pm
Um. Just bought some Enjo tea-towels (I chose yellow)...We always need tea-towels right?
btw, I think they are all bamboo...

must. not. look. at. this. thread.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on August 22, 2013, 02:09:43 pm
Oops! And then if that wasn't enough I somehow ordered Quick Fix Every Occasion, Low Carb & a spoon spatula. oops. oops. oops.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 02:13:22 pm
It sounds like you're having a great time Jamberie, are you sure you've finished now?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on August 22, 2013, 02:34:10 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 02:13:22 pm
It sounds like you're having a great time Jamberie, are you sure you've finished now?

I think so Judy....I think I might need to get to bed now before I think of something else I might need...I also did my grocery shopping online earlier tonight too. Did you know that Coles sell clothes online with their groceries? DD 'needed' a pink denim skirt  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2013, 02:44:23 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on August 22, 2013, 01:48:39 pm
Um. Just bought some Enjo tea-towels (I chose yellow)...We always need tea-towels right?
btw, I think they are all bamboo...

must. not. look. at. this. thread.

I got the grey n white. Bedlam gave me red n white so I will always think if her when I use it.

Great Marie, I'm proud of you.  there are so many lipschmacking PC dishes - I'd never be without mine

It's good to spend money as it makes the world go around. It's when you spend more than you earn it's a problem  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on August 22, 2013, 02:46:51 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 22, 2013, 02:44:23 pm


It's good to spend money as it makes the world go around.

Think that might be my new mantra...or maybe it was always my mantra, I just hadn't verbalised it  :D :D :D Thanks CP :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on August 22, 2013, 09:33:40 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 06:29:29 am
http://www.bamboovillage.com.au/products/bamboo-tea-towels.aspx

Some  here.

Gert
Now I know why I shouldn't come on this thread.  I meandered my way through Bamboo Village last night and got waylaid by socks for myself and DH, new set of sheets, a couple of magnetic towels (what a good idea!) and a couple of tea towels.

I am NOT going to listen to anyone again on this thread, my poor credit card is looking very tattered and battered around the edges.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on August 22, 2013, 09:57:16 pm
What are magnetic tea towels?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on August 22, 2013, 10:03:19 pm
I'll have to look at the enjo tea towels they sound great and we are a mostly enjo house.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on August 22, 2013, 10:09:26 pm
Quote from: Yvette on August 22, 2013, 09:57:16 pm
What are magnetic tea towels?
Yvette, they have a magnet (http://www.bamboovillage.com.au/products/magnetic-bamboo-kitchen-towel.aspx) in one corner so that they will 'stick' to fridges, stoves, etc.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 10:52:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*

I have just taken it up again Judy.  I discovered a new alcoholic Tea at Dan. Murphy's!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on August 22, 2013, 11:22:04 pm
Jam,have you tried grocery run online, different run everyday. Good for dishwash tabs, cleaning products  etc.
Must have a look at that bamboo site Gert, its a great product
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on August 22, 2013, 11:36:00 pm
Ah Gert...wished you hadn't said that DM's has an alcomaholic tea.  ;)
Or maybe I do...now I can say that I have a "cuppa tea" in my travel mug when I have to sit around at various places waiting for kids in the afternoon when it is "drink-o'clock" !
I know where I am off to today  ;D ;D
Thanks Gert  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 11:47:27 pm
Several flavours I tried at. A Tasting. I think the peach was the best and least sweet. Good drink for morning "teas" eh?

Gert

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Mama Fergie on August 22, 2013, 11:51:50 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 10:52:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*

I have just taken it up again Judy.  I discovered a new alcoholic Tea at Dan. Murphy's!

Gert

 ;D ;D : ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 23, 2013, 01:36:33 am
Alcoholic tea, well I'll be, fancy that Gretchen. They cater for everyone now don't they ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Nikkit on August 23, 2013, 01:53:25 am
Morning tea will never be the same again. If it is good I may even give up drinking coffee.  :o
But - it would have to be good  ;)

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Post by: fundj&e on August 23, 2013, 01:55:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 10:52:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*

I have just taken it up again Judy.  I discovered a new alcoholic Tea at Dan. Murphy's!

Gert
is it like an iced tea

 2 tablets from aldis, on sale for $169 each, can be used as a phone  
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on August 23, 2013, 02:20:07 am
Looking for a new front loader washing machine...have already listed the old one on TradeMe (similar to ebay) as we want one without a drawer built in below, and now it's started making a hell of a racket.  I've had to edit my auction to say it's noisy!
 
So anyone got favourite brands?  Looking at Samsung and LG at the moment, but Samsung a fair bit cheaper...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 23, 2013, 02:44:00 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on August 22, 2013, 10:09:26 pm
Quote from: Yvette on August 22, 2013, 09:57:16 pm
What are magnetic tea towels?
Yvette, they have a magnet (http://www.bamboovillage.com.au/products/magnetic-bamboo-kitchen-towel.aspx) in one corner so that they will 'stick' to fridges, stoves, etc.

I've seen these at quite a few places, and I have a few as I find them convenient to stick around the stove area which is closeish to the sink and TM. I usually get mine from Officeworks because they are less than $10 there
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 04:22:53 am
Quote from: fundj&e on August 23, 2013, 01:55:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 10:52:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*

I have just taken it up again Judy.  I discovered a new alcoholic Tea at Dan. Murphy's!

Gert
is it like  iced tea?

 2 tablets from aldis, on sale for $169 each, can be used as a phone  

Yes like ices tea.

That is cheap uni. What do they do?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on August 23, 2013, 04:26:23 am
We've had a whirlpool for about 6 years and never had any problems with it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on August 23, 2013, 04:53:16 am
Had a tasting in the shop so I bought a nice iced tea from the T2 shop during the forumfest - Fruitalicious.  Its a mix of cranberries, blueberries, dragon fruit and goji berries. I can't wait for summer to come so I can try it again, it's so refreshing.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 05:12:45 am
When we were at the German Arms in Adelaide. I did a we bit of shopping at POK. These bags were just $18 . I bought the eggplant coloured one some time ago and expected the other three to be the same quality. Clearly they are not and are a bit different with the stitching but they were cheap, fun colours and fit my mini and phone so a good buy.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/23/e8abudy7.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on August 23, 2013, 05:17:54 am
Gorgeous bags, Gert!
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 23, 2013, 05:26:32 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 23, 2013, 02:44:00 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on August 22, 2013, 10:09:26 pm
Quote from: Yvette on August 22, 2013, 09:57:16 pm
What are magnetic tea towels?
Yvette, they have a magnet (http://www.bamboovillage.com.au/products/magnetic-bamboo-kitchen-towel.aspx) in one corner so that they will 'stick' to fridges, stoves, etc.

I've seen these at quite a few places, and I have a few as I find them convenient to stick around the stove area which is closeish to the sink and TM. I usually get mine from Officeworks because they are less than $10 there
Blast, I didn't know they had them at Officeworks ... mind you, I didn't even know they existed until last night!
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Post by: Nikkit on August 23, 2013, 05:43:12 am
I buy such dull stuff compared to everyone else here... earlier this week it was sand and today I've bought about a tonne of horse feed.
Unfortunately I've just had to unload it all myself (no bobcat man to help me  :'( ) and most of the bags are 40kg.
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Post by: obbie on August 23, 2013, 05:59:21 am
Nikkit, I buy boring things too, usually new utes like Wednesday.

love the bright bags Gert.

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Post by: judydawn on August 23, 2013, 06:16:22 am
Have you received them already Gretchen?  Nice colours.
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Post by: Wonder on August 23, 2013, 06:35:43 am
Nice bags Gert. I think you might be overtaking Maddy as the shoping Queen.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 06:40:14 am
That would take some serious time. ;D

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on August 23, 2013, 07:36:52 am
Bloody hell Gert,no wonder there was none left for me!
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 07:48:57 am
You gotta be quick. They will be back though . :o :o
Gett

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Post by: fundj&e on August 23, 2013, 08:06:22 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 04:22:53 am
Quote from: fundj&e on August 23, 2013, 01:55:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 22, 2013, 10:52:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 22, 2013, 08:32:54 am
I didn't know you drank tea Gretchen, I thought it was just wine and coffee  :o  ;D  :-*

I have just taken it up again Judy.  I discovered a new alcoholic Tea at Dan. Murphy's!

Gert
is it like  iced tea?

 2 tablets from aldis, on sale for $169 each, can be used as a phone  

Yes like ices tea.

That is cheap uni. What do they do?

Gert
i think it does what a ipad does, but this one u can add a sim card and use it like a phone
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 08:48:41 am
Here is Bedlams slide board. I want one.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/23/gu3apehu.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/23/a2u2ena2.jpg)

Gert and Bedlam
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Post by: Emme on August 23, 2013, 09:27:26 am
Love the tea caddys Gert,  ;D and especially the idea of iced tea  ;) :D

Just ordered the Enjo tea towels.


Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2013, 09:32:57 am
They are good  as they seal well and I love the magnetic labels . I think I have enough or maybe one more only so I have three of three colours. They come in brighter colours as well and there are lots of colours for the magnets. I think 9 teas is enough!

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on August 23, 2013, 10:52:43 am
I have the samsung 10kg,love it
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 23, 2013, 01:58:13 pm
What's a slide board? Is it o you cn slide TM around the bench without damaging the scales?
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Post by: snappy on August 24, 2013, 12:17:44 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 23, 2013, 01:58:13 pm
What's a slide board? Is it o you cn slide TM around the bench without damaging the scales?

I was wondering the same thing?
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Post by: Bedlam on August 24, 2013, 01:14:46 am
CP, yes, it is made from bench top off cuts and as i have an appliance cupboard it enables me to slide it in and out easily.
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Post by: Yvette on August 24, 2013, 05:19:31 am
I have the Samsung 10 kilo so far so good have only had it for a week or so
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Post by: consumerate on August 24, 2013, 06:36:54 am
I have recently purchased an Asko 7kg front loader and it is excellent. Got the condenser heat pump dryer too and really love that. It takes less time to dry a set of sheets than it takes to wash them. Emits absolutely no steam and very little heat. Great for apartment or cold-climate living.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 24, 2013, 01:20:16 pm
I have an Asko too- mine is about 5 years old and I haven't had any problems with it (apart from the time that my son blocked the outlet with some keys from a computer keyboard that were left in his pockets). I previously had an LG, but it needed a new drum after 2 years, and 12 months after that it started making a racket again, so I ditched it.
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Post by: jo_nz on August 25, 2013, 05:04:06 am
Been looking at washing machines today.  Starting to narrow down the contenders...going to look up the specs of a few more we hadn't seen before and then decide.  Thanks for the suggestions - have been googling like mad this weekend  ;) 

And bought a vacuum cleaner while we were there!  Not really an impulse buy - DH saw this particular one at a job a while back and was amazed how quiet it is., and we have known for a while ours was ready for replacement.  It's an Electrolux UltraSilencer, and it's been doing a great job this afternoon of cleaning our floors.  Our old one just wasn't very sucky anymore - and it showed.  We have black carpet which shows everything, so I'm hoping this will help it look better.  It was certainly faster as I didn't have to swipe it over the same spot ten times to get the fluff up.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on August 25, 2013, 05:51:29 am
i have a "Speed Queen" washing machine :)
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Post by: Bedlam on August 25, 2013, 05:58:49 am
I have that vaccumn cleaner although an older model,have had it a few years. I have been happy with it. It was reccomended by choice when i purchased it.
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Post by: Emme on August 25, 2013, 09:30:29 am
Quote from: obbie on August 25, 2013, 05:51:29 am
i have a "Speed Queen" washing machine :)
Me too Obbie  ;D

Marie
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Post by: obbie on August 26, 2013, 04:27:24 am
Its the best I have ever had Marie.. :)

another thing we have the same..
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2013, 07:56:47 am
Quote from: Bedlam on August 24, 2013, 01:14:46 am
CP, yes, it is made from bench top off cuts and as i have an appliance cupboard it enables me to slide it in and out easily.
That's brilliant. I'd like one of those cos I keep my TM in a corner and to be able to slide in and out would be great. You could have a little/big business idea there  ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on August 26, 2013, 09:27:32 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2013, 07:56:47 am
Quote from: Bedlam on August 24, 2013, 01:14:46 am
CP, yes, it is made from bench top off cuts and as i have an appliance cupboard it enables me to slide it in and out easily.
That's brilliant. I'd like one of those cos I keep my TM in a corner and to be able to slide in and out would be great. You could have a little/big business idea there  ;)

I'd buy one :)
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Post by: goldfish on August 26, 2013, 09:53:03 am
.... And I would, too!! Absolutely!!!!
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Post by: Kimmyh on August 26, 2013, 12:16:29 pm
Me too!
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 26, 2013, 02:06:54 pm
Had to buy a new iron as my old one stopped heating up. I didn't think it was very old, managed to find the receipt and as it was within the two year warranty, returned it to Target and got all my money back,with no hassle. I couldn't believe it ;D
I'm making sure I keep the receipt for this one in a safe place, just in case.
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Post by: rainbow on August 27, 2013, 10:31:05 am
Quote from: Bedlam on August 24, 2013, 01:14:46 am
CP, yes, it is made from bench top off cuts and as i have an appliance cupboard it enables me to slide it in and out easily.
How does it slide, love the idea
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Post by: Bedlam on August 27, 2013, 10:37:21 am
Rainbow, it has felt feet,like you put on chair legs. Works a treat.

My BIL will throw one in with a kitchen renovation!
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Post by: Katiej on August 27, 2013, 11:03:57 am
This arrived in the post today.
The first Hairy Dieters cookbook had some good recipes, so I'm hoping this one will too.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/27/urahugem.jpg)
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Post by: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.
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Post by: mrsb on August 27, 2013, 12:27:47 pm
Quote from: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.

Thanks Stacelee... off I go to target. It looks great!
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Post by: goldfish on August 27, 2013, 12:31:55 pm
Thanks Stacelee!  The whole idea of having the TMX on a sliding base is terrific . .love the drawer in this one.  Will be investing in one for sure!  Appreciate the link!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 27, 2013, 12:45:44 pm
Thanks for sharing stacelee. It's pretty handy to have that storage space for commonly used utensils
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Post by: Nikkit on August 27, 2013, 11:27:28 pm
Awesome idea Stacelee. I just have a thin plastic sheet from Red dot (you know the ones that come in a pack of 3 for about $2) under my TM. Slides easy, easy to clean and when it gets yuk I chuck it for a new one.

Shopping yesterday and I DID NOT BUY the fruit mince pies covered in Christmas wrapping in Woolies. I was so cross to think that Christmas stuff is out already. I mean it is still 4 months away.
Actually I was so cross I abandoned my trolley full of food and departed the store. I'm boycotting Woolies, and I was so impressed with them for bringing back our favourite cocoa too.
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Post by: Bedlam on August 27, 2013, 11:35:24 pm
I agree nikkit, makes me annoyed too.
Great idea stacelee,  love mine as it has the same footprint as my machines(and BIL made it specially for me), extra storage is always good.
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Post by: jeninwa on August 28, 2013, 12:10:10 am
[quote author=Nikkit link=topic=6682.msg310117#msg310117 date=1377642448

Shopping yesterday and I DID NOT BUY the fruit mince pies covered in Christmas wrapping in Woolies. I was so cross to think that Christmas stuff is out already. I mean it is still 4 months away.
Actually I was so cross I abandoned my trolley full of food and departed the store. I'm boycotting Woolies, and I was so impressed with them for bringing back our favourite cocoa too.
[/quote]

I'm pretty sure I saw fruit mince pies at Coles last week. I've started shopping at our local IGA new owners and lots of managers specials, and no Christmas stuff out yet.
Someone told me DJ's had Xmas decorations out.
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Post by: obbie on August 28, 2013, 01:03:19 am
I swapped to IGA for my weekly shopping. and WW online every 6 weeks. :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2013, 01:30:20 am
We've been told recently that we have a lot of Aldi stores opening in SA over the next couple of years - hopefully they will go over to the West eventually as well.  This will keep the big 2 honest. 
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2013, 01:38:58 am
I went to Costco on Saturday and they have started with their Christmas decorations.
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Post by: maddy on August 28, 2013, 01:48:45 am
I don't love my Nuwave 5 in 1  cooker :-\  especially after burning my hand twice releasing the steam valve  >:(

I still want an electric pressure cooker, so after seeing the Tefal cook4me (http://www.tefal.com.au/All+Products/Cooking+Appliances/Multi-cookers/Products/Cook4Me/Cook4Me.htm) demonstrated a couple of times....I decided to give this one a go

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/29ec7909ca72fd98fe441b8e7af90ea0.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/bce70d73a625270a4c973e94ef0bd7f7.jpg)

It has an automatic steam release valve, programmed recipes for 2/4/6 people with a manual option, and I like the program feature that automatically cooks the type/amount of meat and other ingredients.
Dinner already planned tonight, so will have a play tomorrow  ;)

Also picked up some crystal numbers for next weeks cake, and number cutters for fondant (spotlight have 25% of decorating stuff)


P.S....will I be banished for admitting I have been looking at Xmas decorations online already???   :P
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Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2013, 02:06:14 am
No maddy, we know you change your theme every year so you have to think ahead on that one  ;D  I don't want to know about it yet, it's far too early for me.  I have wondered if I would be joining the residents of Morpeth for my Christmas lunch though  ;)
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Post by: Nikkit on August 28, 2013, 02:15:57 am
No Maddy - its ok to look online :D
I was just peeved that fruit mince pies were out that's all. Hate to think what the use by date is on them... I'll be making my own and enjoying them at the time that we should be enjoying them!
Looks like I'll be heading for an IGA as well.

Off my soap box now!  ;D
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Post by: courton on August 28, 2013, 02:21:08 am
Madly, your pressure cooker looks awesome. Wish it had been available when I bought mine...which is a bit of a hit and miss affair.

BTW, to owners of Dyson Animal, have you had any problems with the battery cutting out suddenly? According to the product reviews this seems  to be a problem; plan to go to Good Guys this afternoon to check it out.
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Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2013, 02:41:41 am
I honestly don't know why people buy fruit mince pies, they are horrible things unless you make your own I find.  No-one I knows likes them and it's so hard to give them away if I receive them in a gift basket. 
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Post by: obbie on August 28, 2013, 02:49:37 am
Maddy the Tefal one looks good.
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2013, 03:20:26 am
Maddy that Tefal one looks great. On the rare occassion I use the 5 in 1 for pressure cooking i use the handle of a wooden spoon to move the valve so I'm nowhere near it! With my stove top ones I place them under cold water and it releases the pressure.

I'll have to go to spotlight and see what they have that I might need for DD's cake and cupcakes. I haven't been to spotlight for ages and don't remember ours having much in the way of cake decorating equipment.
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Post by: Nikkit on August 28, 2013, 06:00:10 am
I agree Judy. And I have been given "home made" ones - made with that horrible fruit mince in a jar that leaves an awful fatty lardy coating in your mouth. Very very hard to show enthusiasm when someone gives me those!
My chooks have always liked them, but then they do eat the oddest things!
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Post by: obbie on August 28, 2013, 06:10:16 am
our chooks eat anything
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Post by: Yvette on August 28, 2013, 09:49:37 am
Courton I have had no problem with my animal dyson and I use it at least once or twice a week
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Post by: courton on August 28, 2013, 11:01:00 am
Good to know Yvette since I bought it this afternoon...I did take replacement cover with Hardly Normal - just in case!

Unexpectedly, the car veered me towards POK and I ended buying cake pans and multi functional micro plane.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2013, 11:11:29 am
Quote from: courton on August 28, 2013, 11:01:00 am
Good to know Yvette since I bought it this afternoon...I did take replacement cover with Hardly Normal - just in case!

Unexpectedly, the car veered me towards POK and I ended buying cake pans and multi functional micro plane.

Did you notice the huge magnet on the front of POK?

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 28, 2013, 11:49:15 am
Yesterday I bought a clothes dryer from Appliances Online, saving a couple of hundred and free delivery tomorrow (and taking away the old one). The driver is going to call me and indicate what time he'll be dropping it off. I was very impressed with their website service.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 28, 2013, 12:03:46 pm
That's good to know CP, I'll keep them in mind...I have my eye on a new washing machine :)
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Post by: courton on August 28, 2013, 12:31:14 pm
Aaargh. Gert, was I that unobservant??? Did not notice a big magnet!
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Post by: medusa on August 28, 2013, 12:58:35 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on August 27, 2013, 11:35:24 pm
I agree nikkit, makes me annoyed too.
Great idea stacelee,  love mine as it has the same footprint as my machines(and BIL made it specially for me), extra storage is always good.

Bedlam, he could make some extra cash. I would love one of those too!!
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Post by: Wonder on August 28, 2013, 10:22:42 pm
I've had no trouble with my Dyson, just keep in mind the battery life is short so dont try doing the whole house in one go.
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Post by: courton on August 28, 2013, 10:54:59 pm
Good to know Wonder.
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Post by: djinni373 on August 28, 2013, 11:57:08 pm
Great board thingy Bedlam. Is BIL taking orders yet?  ;D

Love my Dyson animal Courton. It gets used most days. My only advice is not to use the MAX button as that chews battery life very quickly (MAX power isn't necessary anyway IMHO)

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Post by: SoBlessed on August 29, 2013, 11:36:13 am
I've had no problems with my Dyson Animal :)

I bought the Tefal Cook 4 Me a week ago & have used it 4 times - I love it. It's so easy to use & the meals are nice.

I have just sold my pressure cooker that I bought back in May because I found it time consuming & fiddly! Meals that I thought would take 10 min to cook took me twice that & more by the time the pressure went up, then it had to go down - I hated it. I used it 3 times & that was enough for me to know that I never wanted to use it again!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 29, 2013, 11:50:56 am
What's the recipe book that came with it like?
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Post by: mrsb on August 29, 2013, 12:01:34 pm
Quote from: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.

I went to the local target today and they didn't have any! Arghhhh
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Post by: courton on August 29, 2013, 12:53:47 pm
so pleased all of you have had no problems with Dyson Animal. I was concerned since we have a Dyson dust buster which loses charge after 20 seconds!

I feel the same way about my current PC... it is such a hassle to judge when to turn off the pressure. Otherwise, the water spouts everywhere!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 29, 2013, 02:17:45 pm
Got a call from the delivery man this morning. He said he'd be here approx 11:30  - 1:30 and he turned up at 11:50am. Am a big fan of this business so far as they seem to be right on the ball. I would not have got this dryer inside my front door at the same price as Hardly Normal etc
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Post by: goldfish on August 29, 2013, 09:01:39 pm
Quote from: mrsb on August 29, 2013, 12:01:34 pm
Quote from: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.

I went to the local target today and they didn't have any! Arghhhh

Just ordered mine online (one for me, and for Christmas -  one for DD and one for a friend)  For that few dollars extra it's worth the delivery to the front door for me!!  Thanks again for the link, Stacelee!
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Post by: goldfish on August 29, 2013, 09:09:05 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on August 29, 2013, 02:17:45 pm
Got a call from the delivery man this morning. He said he'd be here approx 11:30  - 1:30 and he turned up at 11:50am. Am a big fan of this business so far as they seem to be right on the ball. I would not have got this dryer inside my front door at the same price as Hardly Normal etc

We've had dryer, dishwasher and small freezer over the years from Appliances Online - can't recommend them highly enough!!  Had the same excellent service and excellent discounted prices as CP - delivery (free in most areas), installation if needed, and removal of the old appliance . . . can't ask more than that!!

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au

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Post by: Cuilidh on August 29, 2013, 09:47:55 pm
Quote from: goldfish on August 29, 2013, 09:01:39 pm
Quote from: mrsb on August 29, 2013, 12:01:34 pm
Quote from: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.

I went to the local target today and they didn't have any! Arghhhh

Just ordered mine online (one for me, and for Christmas -  one for DD and one for a friend)  For that few dollars extra it's worth the delivery to the front door for me!!  Thanks again for the link, Stacelee!

That looks like a really good idea, thanks for posting it.

For those of you who have put felt feet on these (and other similar boards), does it affect the stability of the TMX when it is mixing a heavy load, i.e. kneading bread?  I would be scared if I turned my back for a second the whole thing would tumble to the floor!  The felt feet sound like such a good idea though, I would love to be reassured that everything is safe if I used them.
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Post by: stacelee on August 30, 2013, 01:19:37 am
It doesn't seem to be any less stable than when I have it sitting on the bench, but I am neurotic and don't leave the thermomix anyway whenever it is doing something heavy.  I've seen a small commercial mixer walk of a bench and it isn't pretty....
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Post by: Jamberie on August 30, 2013, 03:17:27 am
Quote from: stacelee on August 30, 2013, 01:19:37 am
  I've seen a small commercial mixer walk of a bench and it isn't pretty....

But it is if it means that you buy a Thermomix to replace it  :D :D :D -speaking from experience
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2013, 05:51:58 am
Grocery run bargain for all you nespresso owners. http://rdir.groceryrun.com.au/html_mail.jsp?params=700311+gretchenfitch%40gmail.com+0+0000mby00000g00000000bhm256g455o


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Gert
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Post by: SoBlessed on August 30, 2013, 08:29:54 am
CP are you referring to the Tefal cook 4 me recipe book?

It annoys me slightly because it only lists ingredients needed, as the method is on the actual appliance. Sometimes I would like to see the method in print too, but I'm getting used to it. The actual recipes are good because they are basic (like me :)).
Some examples are curries, minestrone, macaroni cheese, roasts etc. The recipes use few ingredients which also makes it easy, but you can change the recipes to suit your own taste.  I have added more veggies to the recipes I've done & they've all tasted great. I think they give you around 80 recipes. You can also choose manual cooking & do your own recipes.

Very happy with it.
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Post by: Brumington on August 30, 2013, 10:37:55 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on August 30, 2013, 05:51:58 am
Grocery run bargain for all you nespresso owners. http://rdir.groceryrun.com.au/html_mail.jsp?params=700311+gretchenfitch%40gmail.com+0+0000mby00000g00000000bhm256g455o


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Gert

Ooooh, I'm tempted...did you buy some Gert? If so, have you tasted it and was it any good?
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Post by: maddy on September 01, 2013, 12:38:19 am
Quote from: SoBlessed on August 30, 2013, 08:29:54 am
CP are you referring to the Tefal cook 4 me recipe book?

It annoys me slightly because it only lists ingredients needed, as the method is on the actual appliance. Sometimes I would like to see the method in print too, but I'm getting used to it. The actual recipes are good because they are basic (like me :)).
Some examples are curries, minestrone, macaroni cheese, roasts etc. The recipes use few ingredients which also makes it easy, but you can change the recipes to suit your own taste.  I have added more veggies to the recipes I've done & they've all tasted great. I think they give you around 80 recipes. You can also choose manual cooking & do your own recipes.

Very happy with it.

great to read your happy with it SoBlessed  8). I haven't had a chance to play with it yet...hopefully for tomorrow's dinner.
I watched it demonstrated again on tvsn, and really think I will enjoy using this one. 



Well, DD is 16 next week, and as she is not your typical teenager, didnt want jewellery/clothes/money.....this is what she picked & we bought yesterday

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30L tank, and matching stand...and of course the tank ornaments

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.....because naturally, all tanks need a pineapple & a llama  LOL.
We'll set up & treat the water (tropical fish, so it will be heated) today, and test water and get the fish next week.
She wants guppies

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And a couple of catfish that clean the tank

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They look funny when they clean the glass

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2013, 01:10:58 am
Your DD certainly is different maddy but what a lovely gift you are getting for her.  Is that a bit of bling I can see on the pineapple  ;D  Are you throwing her a party?
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Post by: gertbysea on September 01, 2013, 01:41:43 am
Madly it is a great present . Clever DD. one thing though. From my experience I would set the tank up and leave it at least 3 weeks before buying any fish. If you can't wait buy some really cheap fish and do not buy any expensive ones for 3 months. Expect  some loss.

Gert
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Post by: jo_nz on September 01, 2013, 01:42:24 am
Very cool tank!  
I've been fish-spending today too...kinda.  Animates has 20% off fish supplies, so we got some filter cartridges, fish food and some water treatment stuff that is supposed to help it stay clean (he got a little tank and some goldfish for his birthday in April).
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Post by: mab19 on September 01, 2013, 01:49:13 am
Nice tank and stand Maddy.

I went shopping yesterday and bought a stove and freezer.  I don't shop often, except for the usual necessities, but when I do I make it count ;D
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Post by: Emme on September 01, 2013, 02:03:33 am
Maddy, what a great gift for DD, lucky girl.   :)

Marie
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Post by: goldfish on September 01, 2013, 02:14:45 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 01, 2013, 01:41:43 am
Madly it is a great present . Clever DD. one thing though. From my experience I would set the tank up and leave it at least 3 weeks before buying any fish. If you can't wait buy some really cheap fish and do not buy any expensive ones for 3 months. Expect  some loss.

Gert

Maddy - Gert's right!  The longer you can let the water "age" the healthier and safer it will be for your fish. It does take quite a while to "cycle" the tank and to get right chemical balance set up . .
Have a look at this http://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-a-Freshwater-Aquarium

and most importantly, here . . http://www.wikihow.com/Do-a-Fishless-Cycle

  Some even add  a hardy goldfish or two after a couple of weeks to help things along. . .

Love guppies - relatively hardy, colourful, breed like rabbits - they're livebearers - so when this starts happening, just make sure you have plenty of floating weed in the tank for the little ones to hide in . . . otherwise, your adult fish will finish them off in no time flat!

The Cories are delightful little fish, great for housekeeping! I  love the bristlenose catfish, too - very hardy and also excellent housekeepers.

Good luck!!  It's going to be a ot of fun!! :D
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Post by: obbie on September 01, 2013, 03:05:17 am
love the tank Maddy
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2013, 05:05:22 am
Maddy what a lovely gift. Good on your DD.
I had guppies when we lived in Broome. They certainly bred like rabbits and have lovely colours.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on September 01, 2013, 05:48:07 am
Lovely gift, Maddy :)
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Post by: jeninwa on September 01, 2013, 06:58:17 am
Lovely gift for you DD Maddy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 01, 2013, 08:42:49 am
Wonderful present for your DD Maddy. 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 01, 2013, 11:15:50 am
Great gift Maddy. Trust me when i say follow Gert's advice. DH learnt the hard way with his tank.
Love catfish. Ours is named Mr Whiskers and I could watch him all day. Such a busy little guy. Like a fishtank dyson :D
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Post by: Brumington on September 04, 2013, 05:43:38 am
All of this for $40 from my beautiful local fruit and veg shop. Why would I shop anywhere else?
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Post by: cookie1 on September 04, 2013, 07:40:20 am
Wow. What a deal. You don't live in Perth do you ? I would travel to be able to do that.
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Post by: Brumington on September 04, 2013, 08:52:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 04, 2013, 07:40:20 am
Wow. What a deal. You don't live in Perth do you ? I would travel to be able to do that.

I'm in the Lockyer Valley. Apparently in the top ten most fertile areas in the world (although my garden evidently didn't get the message!). The oranges cost $4 for the whole box, the strawberries were $3 for all 6 trays of 500g. When I get bulk bargains I freeze it for smoothies, jams, sauces etc. a few weeks back I bought 10kg onions for $5. I just chopped in TMX, bagged and froze so I always have it in hand for recipes.
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Post by: droverjess on September 04, 2013, 10:22:58 pm
How lovely Maddy.

HAs anyone cooked with smeg ovens? The 900 wide AEG has such bad reviews am looking again and smeg has a 900

Thanks in advance.
X
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Post by: Wonder on September 04, 2013, 11:27:31 pm
DJ I have a 900 SMEG and absolutely hate it - sorry! I think the model was A1, it is one of their lower models although about 5 years ago it still cost me over $4,000, I've heard their lower end models aren't great but the higher end ones are wonderful. My SMEG has only one fan which means the oven heat isn't distributed evenly and they also recommend you don't go over 200 degrees for more than 20 minutes at a time, I've already burnt out one heater element and I'm just waiting for the next one to go as I'm always cooking above 200 for extended periods of time when cooking bread and pork belly.
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Post by: obbie on September 05, 2013, 01:30:06 am
great fruit and veg bargains.
Our strawberry farm near here is so expensive...
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Post by: droverjess on September 05, 2013, 06:23:46 am
Oh dear thanks Wonder.
The ovens are similar prices AEG or smeg, under £700.
Am still looking at reviews as in UK only the choice of these two to get the width.
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Post by: droverjess on September 06, 2013, 06:02:05 am
Looking at cushion flooring for the kitchen called Goliath!
Extra tough, non slip, hard wearing!
Looks like wood.
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Post by: Katiej on September 06, 2013, 12:05:25 pm
Another cookbook arrived in the post today.
Just about to sit down and have a read.

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Post by: Kimmyh on September 06, 2013, 12:09:14 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on September 06, 2013, 06:02:05 am
Looking at cushion flooring for the kitchen called Goliath!
Extra tough, non slip, hard wearing!
Looks like wood.
It must be an omen DJ..... that's the name of Amy's car!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 06, 2013, 12:31:42 pm
I watched his show last night Katie and thought it was good. I may get the book.
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Post by: judydawn on September 06, 2013, 12:39:16 pm
I may borrow that book when you're ready to part with it Katie, had a quick flick through it today when I popped in and it looks interesting.
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Post by: thermo18 on September 07, 2013, 12:44:56 am
Katie I am waiting for my Jamie, ordered last week and can't wait to read after watching the show on Thursday. Mind you I would have bought it anyway as I have a thing about Jamie  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on September 08, 2013, 05:49:33 am
The "chopping board TMX base " from Target recommended by Stacelee .....

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 08, 2013, 05:59:44 am
After seeing this on FB I bought some online. Can't explain it so best see for yourselves   www.abeego.ca - a natural alternative to plastic wrap
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Post by: maddy on September 08, 2013, 06:07:21 am
Looks good goldfish  8)



I have been very naughty...I have been looking at rings lately, and thought a new one would be perfect for my Birthday next month.
It was a choice between this one

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Peridot & pink tourmaline (my birth stone)

Or this one also with pink tourmaline & small diamonds

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fedc8183be488060760c9dec2882379b.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fd3fd30d22db29090576df619b5abbf7.jpg)

....I just couldn't decide which one, so I bought them both...UMAH!   ;D
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 08, 2013, 06:08:13 am
Looks interesting CP. let us know how you like it.
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 08, 2013, 06:10:22 am
Maddy I thought my DW was bad with shopping but you win hands down. :)
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2013, 06:32:47 am
Perfect rings for you maddy, can understand why you bought them both.
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2013, 07:35:08 am
I Can understand Maddy, they have Pink in them.

love them both
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2013, 09:22:03 am
Good on you Maddy. If you can't decide, buy both.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2013, 09:24:43 am
Lovely choice of rings Maddy 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 08, 2013, 11:58:54 am
Lovely Maddy. I just new before I got to the end of your post you would buy both ;)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 08, 2013, 12:30:13 pm
Oh, Maddy I really like the first one. I love coloured stones :D
I was naughty yesterday too as our wedding anniversary is coming up  :o
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2013, 12:39:34 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on September 08, 2013, 12:30:13 pm
Oh, Maddy I really like the first one. I love coloured stones :D
I was naughty yesterday too as our wedding anniversary is coming up  :o
Oh Sue you can't say that and not tell us what you bought :D :D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 08, 2013, 12:49:29 pm
I may may have bought an eternity ring for DH to give me :-))
(With 10 Chanel set diamonds.)
My children are doing their sacraments this year, so I was buying them crosses and chains.
I didn't intend buying anything for myself, but my friend and I were just trying rings on for the fun of it. I tried this one on, and it complimented my other rings, and it was on sale........At least I didn't buy the 2 carat solitaire I tried on!
I did buy something for DH too.
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Post by: maddy on September 08, 2013, 01:43:24 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on September 08, 2013, 11:58:54 am
Lovely Maddy. I just new before I got to the end of your post you would buy both ;)

LOL, I'm so predictable  :P
I actually didn't intend on buying 2, but I do have 6 fingers free  ;)
CC, they're from a jewellers in your lovely country, in Nottingham...I was actually looking for an emerald ring to begin with.

EmeraldSue....good on you  8)

Quote from: Delightful Den on September 08, 2013, 06:10:22 am
Maddy I thought my DW was bad with shopping but you win hands down. :)

LOL....Bet your thankful  I'm not your wife Den  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2013, 01:55:14 pm
Quote from: maddy on September 08, 2013, 01:43:24 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on September 08, 2013, 11:58:54 am
Lovely Maddy. I just new before I got to the end of your post you would buy both ;)

LOL, I'm so predictable  :P
I actually didn't intend on buying 2, but I do have 6 fingers free  ;)
CC, they're from a jewellers in your lovely country, in Nottingham...I was actually looking for an emerald ring to begin with.

EmeraldSue....good on you  8)

Quote from: Delightful Den on September 08, 2013, 06:10:22 am
Maddy I thought my DW was bad with shopping but you win hands down. :)

LOL....Bet your thankful  I'm not your wife Den  ;D
Nice to hear you are giving our economy a boost Maddy :D :D :D

Quote from: EmeraldSue on September 08, 2013, 12:49:29 pm
I may may have bought an eternity ring for DH to give me :-))
(With 10 Chanel set diamonds.)
My children are doing their sacraments this year, so I was buying them crosses and chains.
I didn't intend buying anything for myself, but my friend and I were just trying rings on for the fun of it. I tried this one on, and it complimented my other rings, and it was on sale........At least I didn't buy the 2 carat solitaire I tried on!
I did buy something for DH too.

Lovely setting you have chosen ES ;) ;D
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Post by: maddy on September 08, 2013, 01:57:30 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2013, 01:55:14 pm
Nice to hear you are keeping our economy a boost Maddy :D :D :D

I certainly have been of late  :P
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Post by: goldfish on September 08, 2013, 01:59:52 pm
The rings are just gorgeous Maddy!! Love your  shopping rationale!!!! ;D
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Post by: maddy on September 08, 2013, 02:02:35 pm
Quote from: goldfish on September 08, 2013, 01:59:52 pm
The rings are just gorgeous Maddy!! Love your  shopping rationale!!!! ;D

 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Wonder on September 09, 2013, 12:13:32 am
Lovely rings Maddy.

ES congratulations on your purchase, it also sounds lovely.
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Post by: mab19 on September 09, 2013, 02:03:56 am
Your rings are gorgeous Maddy

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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2013, 05:55:59 am
Good on you ES. The friendship ring that DH gave me half a century ago died about 4 years ago. So instead of getting it repaired I bought a lovely ring with an Argyle diamond or two. similar to the old friendship rings but open in it's construction and with the cute very little diamonds in champagne and white.  He wouldn't spring to pink ones! I thought I did well as he thinks jewellery is only baubles.
Thank goodness I convinced him otherwise for our 40th anniversary. I adore rings and pendants, oh and bracelets as well.
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Post by: Wonder on September 09, 2013, 07:11:51 am
I'm waiting on our jeweller to make up my ring. After waiting around 15 years to have it made now I can't wait another 2 weeks  ;D Cookie I ended up with quite a collection of Argyle diamonds including 2 pink champagnes - no where near the price of the actual pinks but when I took them to the jeweller last week they are of such high clarity and such a great colour he was sure they were actual pinks.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2013, 08:05:14 am
That's great Wonder. I love the pinks, they seem special. Maybe when I am older and greyer!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2013, 08:16:27 am
Couldn't resist. Just have to see what it is like. I wasn't a great fan of Good Taste. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/09/a5ehuzuh.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on September 09, 2013, 08:24:21 am
Ah it's out - must pick one up for myself Cookie. 
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 09, 2013, 09:06:09 am
Quote from: maddy on September 08, 2013, 01:43:24 pm

Quote from: Delightful Den on September 08, 2013, 06:10:22 am
Maddy I thought my DW was bad with shopping but you win hands down. :)

LOL....Bet your thankful  I'm not your wife Den  ;D
I am Maddy! LOL :)

Every time I feel. Bit stressed by DW's shopping efforts I just read about your shopping exploits on the forum.  LOL :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 09, 2013, 10:55:49 am
How is it Cookie?

Goldfish I love the wooden stand. Do you mind me asking how much it was?
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Post by: mrsb on September 09, 2013, 11:49:27 am
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 09, 2013, 10:55:49 am
How is it Cookie?

Goldfish I love the wooden stand. Do you mind me asking how much it was?

The link here http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674

They are $40.00. You're in Cairns aren't you? If you are, I checked target Cairns Central and they didn't have any. I'm going to buy online.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 09, 2013, 12:05:23 pm
I am! Thankyou :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2013, 12:17:50 pm
I haven't looked at the magazine yet. Wanted to get,on here first.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 09, 2013, 12:24:02 pm
Quote from: cookie1link=topic=6682.msg312013#msg312013 date=1378725470
I haven't looked at the magazine yet. Wanted to get, on here first.

I had to laugh at the cover with a bold title "Hello Healthy" next to a picture of the  "salted-caramel, triple choc, popcorn, mud cupcake"
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Post by: jeninwa on September 09, 2013, 01:11:20 pm
I wasn't going to buy any more cookbooks lol :)
Just couldn't help my self Kmart had the new Jamie Oliver book. Save with Jamie
 Haven't had a chance to have a look through it yet.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2013, 02:02:37 pm
I saw that in Big W today. I managed to resist.
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Post by: obbie on September 09, 2013, 09:37:22 pm
i'll get the taste magazine today..
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Post by: maddy on September 10, 2013, 02:17:04 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 09, 2013, 12:24:02 pm
Quote from: cookie1link=topic=6682.msg312013#msg312013 date=1378725470
I haven't looked at the magazine yet. Wanted to get, on here first.

I had to laugh at the cover with a bold title "Hello Healthy" next to a picture of the  "salted-caramel, triple choc, popcorn, mud cupcake"

thought the same Jamberie LOL
Actually, they are rejuvenating this mag with big guns...Seems like it's going in a "delicious" mag direction....hope to pick it up today and have a look see....I believe Zumbo has killer doughnuts in there  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 10, 2013, 03:14:25 am
He does Maddy.
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Post by: stacelee on September 10, 2013, 04:18:49 am
I've just downloaded the taste magazine app on my iPad.  You can subscribe to it for one month for 2.99, 6 months for 15.99 or 1 year for 19.99.  I've subscribed for one year....I figure for $20 its probably worth it.

I made the mistake of going into Wheel and Barrow on the weekend and some Weck preserving jars just had to come home with me.  I'm now plotting how to sneak some more of them onto an order with one of our suppliers in the next couple of days without my husband noticing.  I've currently got on order a citrus peeler (like the apple slinky machine) and a few other bits and pieces that hopefully he won't notice appearing :P.  He doesn't mind me getting stuff but storage space is definately at a premium in our little kitchen!  Mind you, he does contribute to the chaos...we just had!!!! to get two tea makers from T2 apparently on the weekend and two more boxes of tea!
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Post by: mab19 on September 10, 2013, 04:36:12 am
I bought a lovely top for myself today whilst I was on my way to buy a new Raco frying pan to replace my old cheapie pan.  Couldn't resist the top and so ordered a second one as well. 
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Post by: gertbysea on September 10, 2013, 04:42:13 am
Stay lee did you read that Tea 2 has been sold to Unilever!  I am up to 12 tins of tea now plus a tin  of Lavender !

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on September 10, 2013, 04:59:36 am
I hope they don't change the way that T2 operates.  I'm not going to admit the exact number of different teas we have but courtesy of my husband we are now up to over 40....but at least you can't get fat or drunk on them :D.    We manage to drink our way through between one to two boxes a week.  I've started brewing iced teas again as well and normally bring a couple of bottles to work each day....it helps cut down on my pepsi max addiction.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 10, 2013, 05:36:30 am
When we were away we had a lot of Oolong Choc chai from T2. It was lovely. Another of my new favourites is from Twinnings. It is Raspberry and Dragon Fruit and can be bought at Woolies.
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Post by: goldfish on September 10, 2013, 06:12:27 am
Quote from: mrsb on September 09, 2013, 11:49:27 am
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 09, 2013, 10:55:49 am
How is it Cookie?

Goldfish I love the wooden stand. Do you mind me asking how much it was?

The link here http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674

They are $40.00. You're in Cairns aren't you? If you are, I checked target Cairns Central and they didn't have any. I'm going to buy online.

INAID - I'm sorry - I missed seeing your question until just now --Thanks, MrsB , for posting the information!  :D
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Post by: maddy on September 11, 2013, 01:38:52 pm
3 silicone mats...only $6.99 through eBay seller

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0ec1af708aa99cd3e6a71c99c2657c38.jpg)

Have bought this particular one before & I actually prefer it over the TM mat.
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Post by: Wonder on September 11, 2013, 09:28:08 pm
I love the look of the mat Maddie and a great price
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Thermesa on September 11, 2013, 09:59:06 pm
I'm on a tea leaf ban (self imposed). 10-15% of my pantry is hot beverages and I'm the only one who drinks it. My sister used to work for unilever, I can only imagine how much tea she would bring home if she was still there.

Gorgeous rings and great price on those mats.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 12, 2013, 08:44:09 am
Quote from: maddy on September 11, 2013, 01:38:52 pm
3 silicone mats...only $6.99 through eBay seller

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0ec1af708aa99cd3e6a71c99c2657c38.jpg)

Have bought this particular one before & I actually prefer it over the TM mat.
Of course it's pink! :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 12, 2013, 11:23:46 am
Thanks for the review of the silicone mat Maddy...my mum's been looking for a good one for a little while so I just popped onto ebay and bought her one (in her favourite colour -light blue) thanks again for the recommendation :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 12, 2013, 01:39:57 pm
I like the markings on those mats. It would make it easy rolling out pie crusts and pizzas.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on September 12, 2013, 11:24:04 pm
I'm tempted by the green one :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on September 13, 2013, 07:12:07 am
Just bought my self a dyson upright vacuum the animal, I was shocked how much dirt i vacuum up just in my bedroom, goes to show my old vacuum wasn't doing a very good job.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 13, 2013, 07:16:09 am
I bought a dyson upright several years ago and couldn't believe the amount of dust and dirt it sucked up.  They are very good!
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 13, 2013, 07:48:17 am
Oops.. Bought lots of clothes for DD today & Aldi have super cute kitchen timers (I got the pig).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 13, 2013, 12:12:19 pm
I don't regret buying my Dyson upright. It is so easy to use. It is almost a pleasure to use it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 13, 2013, 02:01:12 pm
I bought the Dyson animal barrel when i went to England. Love it! even with air freight I still saved heaps!!
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 14, 2013, 12:19:31 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 13, 2013, 07:48:17 am
Aldi have super cute kitchen timers (I got the pig).

....and I got the cupcake ;)
Also 2 purple mink throws for DD's room & they sell herring pieces in sauces....the tomato one is just so yummy!....grabbed the curry one to try.
Then I went to Darriwill farm....never leave empty handed  :-)) picked up some black truffle oil, box of pink salt flakes, chipotle peppers in adobe sauce, big tub of vanilla chai tea for DD, vacuum champagne bottle stopper & never leave without a takeaway latte....they're the best!
Then at target I picked up Jamies new book and a grgeous black satin round cushion with bling, for DD's bed.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 14, 2013, 12:22:49 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 12, 2013, 08:44:09 am
Quote from: maddy on September 11, 2013, 01:38:52 pm
3 silicone mats...only $6.99 through eBay seller

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0ec1af708aa99cd3e6a71c99c2657c38.jpg)

Have bought this particular one before & I actually prefer it over the TM mat.
Of course it's pink! :D :D :D

 :D :D  :D naturally
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 14, 2013, 08:45:51 am
I bought 12 of these this morning at Big W for $24. Now my jam etc will look respectable.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/14/nereme4y.jpg)
I also couldn't resist these 2.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/14/epasa2ag.jpg)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 14, 2013, 09:15:23 am
Wow Cookie, what a great price for the jars.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 14, 2013, 09:27:51 am
Pretty jars Cookie and a great price.Your preserves are going to look very classy. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on September 14, 2013, 09:48:43 am
Cookie I've been looking for the wide mouthed jars - going to check my Big W tomorrow!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on September 14, 2013, 10:29:29 am
Big w have a couple of different sizes of the ball jars.  They also have the funnel, tongs, starter kit, preserving kit, book and dissolving labels.  All the stuff is on their website.  I love these jars!  Check out the weck jars as well.  Really gorgeous , wheel and barrow have them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2013, 10:39:26 am
Am abit scared to post on p666 - it's the devils number ... But let's say I bought some stuff, now I'm outta here
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2013, 10:46:06 am
whoops - page hasn't turned over but I really want a GORGEOUS biccy tin if anyone knows of where to get one from
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 14, 2013, 12:28:06 pm
Ok CP what have you been buying? It is p667 now  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 14, 2013, 10:08:46 pm
I haven't bought anything newsworthy recently - just posting to help to turn this thread over to page 667 so that we can hear about what CP has purchased!

Oh, hang on, I did buy a new notebook computer for work on Friday - does that count?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2013, 10:51:45 pm
Well I bought some new clothes  I did not need at the TS show yesterday.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 14, 2013, 10:52:46 pm
And yes Cullidh a new notebook computer counts.

Now is it 667?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 14, 2013, 11:09:22 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 14, 2013, 10:52:46 pm
And yes Cullidh a new notebook computer counts.

Now is it 667?

Gert
Not yet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on September 14, 2013, 11:31:18 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2013, 10:46:06 am
whoops - page hasn't turned over but I really want a GORGEOUS biccy tin if anyone knows of where to get one from

I have the Anna Gare biscuit tin CP, I love the colour and retro feel
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 14, 2013, 11:36:46 pm
Ok I'm on tapatalk so it's only p333 for me :) not cooking related but in the interest of hearing about what CP bought,  I had a big shop (retail therapy really after hearing I invited a group of people over who said they couldn't come as their children were sick only to find out they met somewhere else :( ) anyway,  I started my new herb garden (sick of buying herbs) with rosemary, mint, lots of parsley, oregano, lettuces and coriander. Also bought DD a funny little pot that grows 'hair' and DH a sprout growing kit.... I guess it relates to food :)
Are we at 667 yet?
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 14, 2013, 11:38:16 pm
I could also add that my clothes order arrived for DD :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 14, 2013, 11:39:43 pm
And speaking of herbs, I have copious amounts of lemon balm... Any ideas?
Surely we are now up to 667 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 15, 2013, 12:08:14 am
Not yet.  Poor you Jamberie, I would have hit the bottle if 'friends' did that to me - how devastating for you.

I haven't bought anything lately which is a good thing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 15, 2013, 12:19:10 am
Jamberie these people are not your friends  so do not give it a second thought. I find that so offensive and cowardly. One of the best things I ever learned from a story I read maybe 50 years ago was just to say no and not give excuses or tell lies.  Sometimes people are surprised when I just say no and leave it at that but they have come to respect me for not say "oh so sorry my kids are sick or I have to wash my hair".

If ever someone questions me by asking why I say because I don't want to.  No offence given  and none taken I say.

Leaves  you sad and confused when these people lie.   Not at all nice and certainly not worthy of any time spent thinking about it or them.

Sorry you had this experience.

Are we p to 667 yet CP?

Gert

Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 15, 2013, 12:41:35 am
Thanks Gert. Yes I completely agree. I already knew that this click (of a mother's group) often catch up without the others. And also understand there are natural tendencies to bond with some people and not others etc etc,  it's the lying that I'm really disappointed about... Much rather hit the shops than the bottle though Judy :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 15, 2013, 12:42:13 am
I think we did it (well tapatalk is now on a new page)!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on September 15, 2013, 01:21:48 am
Yes we are at page 667, go CP  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 15, 2013, 01:38:45 am
Thank goodness for that Judy!

Waiting CP.........
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 15, 2013, 02:12:56 am
Jamberie, hugs for you...women can be so nasty sometimes!
I quit mothers group/play group when  DD was little, as I detest clicks, and unfortunately a small town has them  :-))  Primary school not much better so I gladly repel them and don't follow the flock  ;)

Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 15, 2013, 03:11:41 am
Thanks Maddy :) yes,  I'm not looking forward to school clicks either. Hopefully I can be strong and set an example for DD so that she can be strong and make confident choices etc. Meamwhile, might do some more retail therapy... Wheel & Barrow calls :D:D:D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 15, 2013, 05:08:58 am
I was wondering what was meant by women's clicks and school clicks 
Cliques  - now I get it !! :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 15, 2013, 05:10:10 am
Bought some Kagi jewelry online - its made in NZ if you are not familiar with it.  ALso picked up ring from jewellers which has been polished  so it looks new again.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Greyhoundmum on September 15, 2013, 05:11:12 am
Oh and also returned the Super  elite X5 Steam mop to Danoz direct for the 30 day money back guarantee, decided by day 2 It wasn't for me!
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on September 15, 2013, 06:57:03 am
jamborie karma will come for those ladies lying they have sick children is so very wrong, I too left my mothers group after realising how nasty some women can be.
Back to shopping another VS order ::) and some clothes for Lily,  oh and last week a new desktop computer for the kids
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on September 15, 2013, 08:37:48 am
Huge hugs Jamberie.

This week I bought a set of door handles and locks, and looked at carpets and flooring. Reduced the quote by slightly changing spec of carpets from 50 oz to 42 oz in the bedrooms. 80/20 wool carpets. Used an offcut for DS bedroom in neutral instead of matching the other rooms. His room can also manage with existing curtains for a while. They will need to be changed eventually as no try cheerful.
Finished the kitchen design, and chose curtain materials.
We are totally stuck on one room - 3 large windows and French doors. More windows than walls, we don't want to be overwhelmed by a pattern and yet it needs warming and cheering......  We have been to 3 places now and searched so many books and samples.

Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on September 15, 2013, 08:41:51 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 15, 2013, 12:41:35 am
Thanks Gert. Yes I completely agree. I already knew that this click (of a mother's group) often catch up without the others. And also understand there are natural tendencies to bond with some people and not others etc etc,  it's the lying that I'm really disappointed about... Much rather hit the shops than the bottle though Judy :)

That is so nasty Jamberie. I would find another group. I hear this with the mothers I work with even at swimming and gymnastics groups too. Obviously way too much time on their hands. Really, why waste your time excluding other mums and being horrid? Not a good example for the kids. Big hug for you  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 15, 2013, 09:35:27 am
Big hugs Jamberie :-* :-* Not a very nice day for you.Retail therapy is just what you needed. ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on September 15, 2013, 11:54:38 am
Hugs from me too Jam. Not nice but retail therapy is :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on September 15, 2013, 12:03:15 pm
Sorry to hear that Jam - Life is too short to waste time with people like that, but it's hurtful all the same  >:(
Glad to hear you enjoyed your shopping trip instead
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 15, 2013, 12:23:06 pm
Thanks for the kind words everyone... Yes,  shopping was excellent! Will definately be limiting the amount of contact with the group. Now my dilemma is whether or not to go to a child's party this week... I don't really think it's fair for the children to miss out because of the adults involved. I think I'll stand tall (albeit quiet!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on September 15, 2013, 09:16:25 pm
Just be true to yourself, Jamberie, don't lower yourself to their level.

PS   CP, we are now on p. 668 ... where are you???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on September 15, 2013, 11:00:09 pm
I agree Jamberie - I'd go to the party, but not be pushing for any more gatherings.  So pointless really - would it have been that hard to say "sorry I have something else planned" rather than making something up?  ??? 

I managed to stay away from the shops all weekend - quite an achievement.  I did get onto Book Depository though and start ordering some Xmas pressies for the kids  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 15, 2013, 11:18:55 pm
Thanks Jo for mentioning Christmas shopping......NOT!

But I see superkitchenmachine has some new colourful spatulas for sale and a new colour Kribbitt. I am planning Kribbits for gifts this year. Nearly everybody I buy  for has a device and it is a gift that keeps on giving every day.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on September 16, 2013, 12:01:13 am
Finally got hold of some "Lock and Lock" containers yesterday, had been planning on buying them online but saw a discount store near us had a lot of stock of them - hope they are legitimate!
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on September 16, 2013, 12:04:36 am
Thanks for the reassurance Jo. I can't believe how shocked I've been by the situation and the support from everyone here has been very helpful :) I don't want to hijack the shopping thread though :)

Love that people have started shopping for Christmas :)  and I do love the idea of the Kribbit for my dad, great idea Gert.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on September 16, 2013, 12:08:48 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 15, 2013, 11:18:55 pm
Thanks Jo for mentioning Christmas shopping......NOT!

I know!!   :o  I'm trying to just not think about it mostly (no idea what we are doing and where we are having xmas this year), but I also know I left it a bit late on book depo last year, so thought I'd just get that done.  And that's me done for now - no more ideas for pressies whatsoever (except secret santa I have one or 2 ideas stashed away  ;) ). 
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Post by: gertbysea on September 16, 2013, 12:14:50 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 16, 2013, 12:04:36 am
Thanks for the reassurance Jo. I can't believe how shocked I've been by the situation and the support from everyone here has been very helpful :) I don't want to hijack the shopping thread though :)

Love that people have started shopping for Christmas :)  and I do love the idea of the Kribbit for my dad, great idea Gert.

Wonder my DH is 84 and finds keeping his iPad on the Kribbitt  as it makes it so much easier to handle and use without it slipping out of his arthritic hands. He has it in a cover which is a stand in itself but is easily moved and drove  him nuts. Now he can put and place  his iPad safely. I bought one for my brother in the States and in turn he is madly buying Kribbitts for his friends. We could use a distributor in Australia as the postage from Canada  is a killer I expect.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 16, 2013, 02:01:24 am
I think I'm going to let you girls down badly  :D Went to Melbourne and only had carry on luggage so it wasn't a lot. Clarins make up, a cheese platter from a local Daylesford artist, a warm jumper and a scarf for the footy on Friday night, an ice cream storage container, a couple of "Jot" stylus pens. Sorry to keep you waiting but just don't tempt fate with numbers 13 and 666   ;) My house number is 8
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on September 16, 2013, 02:08:37 am
Sounds like good fun shopping

I live in number 8 as well and my house had a Feng Shui consultant help design it.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 16, 2013, 02:30:17 am
My house adds up to 8! 

Jamberie it does hurt, I know. Been there and done that. In fact it even happens in our car club. When we went awa last year up to the station there were quite a few flat tyres. My DH was instrumental in helping change them. ( I think he is the youngest male that was there). He wears cotton gloves when he does jobs like that as the skin on the surface of his hands is very thin and he bleeds easily. Later I overheard one of the wives mocking him. I am fairly quiet but wasn't going to let it go. I brought it up later and told her the reason. I'm pleased to say she seemed at a loss for words momentarily. However I have since overheard her saying similar things about others!  She will never change.
Be strong, not all people are like that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on September 16, 2013, 03:09:57 am
I need to shop..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 17, 2013, 01:25:32 am
We have bought a unit in Perth, does that count as shopping?  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 17, 2013, 01:30:42 am
If you shopped around before you found the one you liked the most I'd say so!  Is it to rent out, or for yourselves?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 17, 2013, 01:36:09 am
Shopped around is not the word I would use.  Trying to buy a unit in the bottom end of the market while staying reasonable close to the city was challenging. We came to the conclusion that most real estate agents deserve the reputation of used car salesmen. 

DD's boyfriend is moving in with her soon and we want to give them space so the unit is a weekender for us for now until we move to Perth in a year or 2, after that we will rent it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2013, 01:38:03 am
I agree with the comment about real estate people and car salesmen DD.

I'm sure you will all enjoy your own space in the city. You can now stay out until the wee small hours with no DD to chastise you.  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 17, 2013, 02:02:38 am
Cookie it is more of an issue not disturbing her when we get up. ;D

Her second job often sees her working until 1:30 in the morning, so on a Friday after she works her day job teaching she then starts a second job from 4 to 1:30. So understandably she enjoys a sleep in on Saturday and Sunday mornings.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2013, 02:09:27 am
Who wouldn't ?  She is a busy young lady.
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Post by: obbie on September 17, 2013, 02:36:34 am
Den, what a sweet Dad.

You win the shopping this week :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2013, 09:03:11 am
Quote from: obbie on September 17, 2013, 02:36:34 am
Den, what a sweet Dad.

You win the shopping this week :D
I agree definitely,shopper of the week ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on September 17, 2013, 10:15:37 am
DD, that certainly counts as shopping. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 18, 2013, 08:40:45 am
Great  investment Den  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2ffdb679fe8e733a4c199ae419f244c0.jpg)

A vintage hooded cardi for DD courtesy of etsy....she stalks that site!!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/12703d45f2a48e06cea90caa6ee6be9f.jpg)

And I bought a PDF file there too  :P have never done that before, but look how adorable the results are!....it comes in 19 pages, just download and create your own cupcake boxes in different colours, the instructions & cupcake flags

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a0cc1b1b5bd0a35cc93a36581e6baea5.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/973c8065133bf2245648fe73a3e80b37.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/14cd68d06ed6612d54e2db54bf06f243.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2ef18b490a268c947a896ae3099e8b2d.jpg)

Eagerly went to print off....no printer ink  :'( :'(
....will have to wait until tomorrow.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 18, 2013, 09:11:43 am
Those cupcake boxes are very cute 8) Money well spent Maddy ;) :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2013, 09:19:40 am
Gorgeous, they'll keep you busy assembling them maddie.
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Post by: mcmich on September 18, 2013, 09:21:15 am
Love the jacket.  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 18, 2013, 11:58:07 am
Love the cupcake boxes.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2013, 12:16:53 pm
Love both!
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Post by: obbie on September 19, 2013, 12:59:52 am
love the cupcake boxes :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 19, 2013, 10:02:07 am
I downloaded this today. I love these books and get them and BBC Good Food on my iPad.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/19/nu7yge3y.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on September 20, 2013, 04:26:30 am
For my TM recipes  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on September 20, 2013, 05:26:46 am
Bought a 20 cm Swiss Diamond frypan  from kitchen style.com.au. My first purchase from here given that POK is completely out of stock of the small SD frypans. Must say impressed with the service. Ordered late Wed night  - arrived here by courier by 8 am this morning.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on September 20, 2013, 09:54:33 am
Bought a couple of resuable bread storage bags and also some reusable sandwich wraps for the kids lunches.  Trying to cut down on plastic bag use.  They also make a range of reusable plate/bowl covers, that could really cut down on gladwrap use.

www.4myearth.com.au

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on September 20, 2013, 11:41:32 am
I use something similar for the boys sandwiches Karen. They love them and they wipe clean every time.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Thermesa on September 20, 2013, 10:14:26 pm
3 funerals in the past week so I've indulged in a little online therapy. Bought spatulas and scrubbies from super kitchen machine and yesterday found a 12 high tea cup cake molds set for $16.

http://www.yds.com.au/4-tea-cupcakes-bake-serve-cupcake-silicone-moulds?search=Cupcakes

 I had to buy some quirky coffee cups for my photographer aunt and uncle to justify to postage.

http://www.yds.com.au/yds-coflens-coffee-mug-photo-zoom-lens-24-105mm?search=Cup

 (Sadly I got the last set of cupcake molds because for another set was only $1 extra postage.)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on September 21, 2013, 10:46:42 am
Oh Thermesa, what a terrible week. Sending hugs.  Hoping retail therapy helps and next week is much better xox
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Delightful Den on September 21, 2013, 02:11:03 pm
Sounds like you have ha a tough week Thermesa. The retail therapy is well deserved.

We bought two sets of towels and some pillows for the new unit.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on September 21, 2013, 02:21:56 pm
Very nice retail therapy for such a ghastly week Thermesa.A big hug from me too. :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on September 21, 2013, 02:52:01 pm
Not a great week Thermesa,  hopefully your shopping helped a little xx

See what happens when DH goes out I go shopping in my pj's  :-[
Peter of Kensington had a three tiered expandable shelf organiser that I have been looking for forever so bought 2, a new 100 piece cutlery set that was $499 and I paid $99 plus some bits and pieces for my mum and sisters for christmas, oh and my fruit and veg order but that doesn't count.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Thermesa on September 21, 2013, 09:13:01 pm
Oooh Peters of Kensington. I was threatening to do Christmas shopping there last year. Might revisit this year.

I've been emotionally baking rather than emotionally eating. Of course I'm even more emotional if it didn't turn out but it's all part of the process. My auntie is here for a few days so work won't need to eat my baking until Wednesday this week.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on September 22, 2013, 12:50:45 am
That sucks Thermesa 
1 funeral is bad enough, let alone 3   :(


My friend bought me this...

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6cf7770e5fd426cd1299dc04a0509a87.jpg)

.....I think Myer have channelled my Christmas tree  :P
Funny thing is I was in there the day before, and like a bee to honey, pounced on those decorations....I ummed & Ahhed for ages deciding if I should buy them or not....think I'll be going back before they go on a Pre-Christmas sale  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2013, 01:30:52 am
They made that one just for you maddy - love it.
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Post by: djinni373 on September 22, 2013, 01:40:49 am
Gosh Thermesa tough week :(
Hope the retail therapy helped a little.

Quote from: KarenH on September 20, 2013, 09:54:33 am
Bought a couple of resuable bread storage bags

Love those bread bags Karen. Do they work well, especially for frozen bread?? Are they made of the same stuff as the snack pockets? (Sorry to ask so many questions ;D)
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Post by: KarenH on September 22, 2013, 02:53:47 am
Quote from: KarenH on September 20, 2013, 09:54:33 am
Bought a couple of resuable bread storage bags

Quote
Love those bread bags Karen. Do they work well, especially for frozen bread?? Are they made of the same stuff as the snack pockets? (Sorry to ask so many questions ;D)

I can vouch for the sandwich wrappers, because I have used them before, but i haven't used the bread bags before.  Hopefully they will arrive this week, and I can report back on what they are like.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 22, 2013, 05:49:40 am
Oh dear Thermesa, what a tough week you've had. I too do the emotional baking...last week it was macarons. The cups are great, I too bought some for the Varoma, however you got a bargain price and the lens mug is great!

Love the Christmas decorations...I've not let myself near Myer yet!!!
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 22, 2013, 07:12:55 am
Can any one suggest where to find S&P Fifth Ave highball glasses?  I have tried Myer, David Jones and P&K.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 22, 2013, 10:06:39 am
Quote from: Delightful Den on September 22, 2013, 07:12:55 am
Can any one suggest where to find S&P Fifth Ave highball glasses?  I have tried Myer, David Jones and P&K.

So you have a Trade Secret near you DD? Ours is a bit out of our way but they do stock some S&P.


So, DH (would you believe) said, maybe we should get a food dehydrator. So of course (knowing that it had been on my "List" for ages) said maybe he should go out and look at them....

We now have a Sunbeam food dehydrator  :D :D :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 22, 2013, 10:15:18 am
Thanks Jamberie, Trade Secret seems to be a NSW only store. I've found an online shop that stocks them but they are out of stock at the moment. I'll keep looking.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 22, 2013, 10:16:49 am
Den give them a call.

http://saltandpepper.com.au/products/Ranges/D-f/Fifth%20avenue

Gert
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Post by: courton on September 22, 2013, 01:11:49 pm
Well, after lying low for nearly a month with DD being sick first and then me, I have gone shopping in the last few days with a vengeance! A Global brand cook's knife from POK, a beautiful handbag for DD and one for me, a wallet, a skirt, pants and a lovely top. Hmm, I think I am on the mend. Off to lunch tomorrow with four dear friends.
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2013, 01:42:10 pm
A month without shopping Courton, you had to bust out sooner or later.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2013, 01:51:43 pm
Love all the well deserved purchases
Jamberie let me know how your dehydrator works.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 22, 2013, 02:30:25 pm
Will do Cookie :) making a shopping list tonight and will get it going tomorrow :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 22, 2013, 09:39:39 pm
Quote from: stacelee on August 27, 2013, 11:15:09 am
I have my thermomix sitting on a cutting board with a drawer underneath that I bought from Target.  I've stuck felt feet to the bottom of it which lets me slide it forward and backwards on the bench and I keep all of the bits I use all of the time in the drawer....ie scrapers, thermometer, teaspoons, spatulas.  I've actually bought two more of them...I have my embroidery sewing machine sitting on one of them with my commonly used threads, bobbins, scissors etc in it.

The link is http://shop.target.com.au/p/acacia-chopping-board-with-drawer/P53164674 if anyone is after one.
I eventually bought one of these and it is much larger than I thought - put it under my microwave instead of the TMX (which is right next to the mw) and have only TMX related things in it - spatulas, measuring spoons, etc.  So convenient having things right where I want them.  Thanks for posting this Stacelee.
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Post by: Thermesa on September 23, 2013, 11:40:54 am
Three new dresses in target today. I have a wedding next month (of course I needed all three)
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Post by: judydawn on September 23, 2013, 11:47:31 am
At least you will have a choice on the day Thermesa  ;D
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Post by: astarra on September 23, 2013, 01:46:38 pm
Ordered one of the chopping boards with the drawer from Target today, $32 :)
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Post by: Emme on September 24, 2013, 12:20:39 am
Thanks to CP, I bought two of these ice cream containers after seeing them on her Facebook page.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/24/py6usu6y.jpg)
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Post by: jeninwa on September 24, 2013, 12:27:27 am
Love the look of those ice cream containers emme, I think I need some :) :)
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Post by: maddy on September 24, 2013, 12:36:37 am
Those ice cream tubs make sense!
Just googled them...think I will grab one too  :P



2 tickets to see my fave band next month, new album out, excited!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c074462200f9432d624102c3c776dcf2.jpg)

......and is it too early yet??

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f4a16f6c9e2c6e8a5dd5c53bfd14c73a.jpg)
X 4

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c12727d1c7409152b13ecf0ea3790961.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/660189443773de1b437b9e975be19092.jpg)

Love a good nutcracker   :P
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Post by: jeninwa on September 24, 2013, 12:36:42 am
Just a bit of holiday shopping, a pearl necklace and earrings or 2 from Halong Bay, silk stitched painting and a lacquer painting. Will post pictures later as they are wrapped.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 24, 2013, 12:47:42 am
Quote from: jeninwa on September 24, 2013, 12:36:42 am
Just a bit of holiday shopping, a pearl necklace and earrings or 2 from Halong Bay, silk stitched painting and a lacquer painting. Will post pictures later as they are wrapped.

Jen I can take some pics from FB if you like and post them on the forum.

Glad you are having fun.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on September 24, 2013, 01:41:40 am
In one word maddy - yes (but we understand those who theme need to get in early so they don't miss out).
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Post by: obbie on September 24, 2013, 03:05:10 am
Maddy they are so you, love the decorations.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 24, 2013, 06:03:05 am
I love the shopping. It is very important that some of us keep the economy buoyant. :D :D :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 24, 2013, 11:59:49 am
Lovely Maddy.

Love the icecream container. Must have a look. It's peer pressure shopping again!
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Post by: snappy on September 24, 2013, 12:28:21 pm
I love the ice cream containers!  I so wish I had room for a separate freezer 😞
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Post by: djinni373 on September 25, 2013, 03:27:40 pm
Knew I shouldn't have come to this thread ;D. Came to confess that the Save with Jamie cookbook fell into my shopping bag today. I really like Jaimie and his attitude to food. Now I'm off to check out those lovely ice cream containers  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 26, 2013, 01:23:57 am
I wouldn't say they are a large container though. It didn't fit my fave Salted Caramel icecream,  but it will fit the blueberry icecream that I am posting today. I wouldn't mind getting another couple of different colours. I happened to pick mine up from a little kitchen place inside the Sth Melbourne markets.
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Post by: astarra on September 26, 2013, 02:51:40 am
I just ordered this...have been meaning to for ages and finally have done it!  :D
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Post by: Jamberie on September 26, 2013, 03:32:05 am
Astarra you will love it! One of my favourite purchases. I love it for pikelets.
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 26, 2013, 04:37:21 am
I had the day off to attend appointments in the city. So I went to Myers at Gallaria and they had 4 sets of the S&P Fifth Avenue tumblers I was looking for. DW is happy she now has tumblers to match the wine glasses.  I am happy I won;t have to hear her lamenting that her glassware does not match.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on September 26, 2013, 04:38:50 am
Den that is sweet.

I am shopping Saturday ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 26, 2013, 04:39:29 am
Well done Den, very timely having that appointment then.   ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 26, 2013, 11:38:03 am
Well done Den. It was meant to be.

Ordered one of those icecream containers. So did mum :D
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Post by: andiesenji on September 26, 2013, 10:15:54 pm
Quote from: astarra on September 26, 2013, 02:51:40 am
I just ordered this...have been meaning to for ages and finally have done it!  :D

I have three - using batters of different colors/flavors, you can make "pinwheel" cupcakes (or larger cakes) and I have also make "polka-dot" cakes with contrasting colors of cake batter.  In one case, chocolate cake with pink polka-dots...
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Post by: astarra on September 26, 2013, 11:02:43 pm
Quote from: andiesenji on September 26, 2013, 10:15:54 pm
Quote from: astarra on September 26, 2013, 02:51:40 am
I just ordered this...have been meaning to for ages and finally have done it!  :D

I have three - using batters of different colors/flavors, you can make "pinwheel" cupcakes (or larger cakes) and I have also make "polka-dot" cakes with contrasting colors of cake batter.  In one case, chocolate cake with pink polka-dots...
That sounds cool - do you have any pics?  :)
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2013, 01:16:12 am
Quote from: andiesenji on September 26, 2013, 10:15:54 pm
Quote from: astarra on September 26, 2013, 02:51:40 am
I just ordered this...have been meaning to for ages and finally have done it!  :D

I have three - using batters of different colors/flavors, you can make "pinwheel" cupcakes (or larger cakes) and I have also make "polka-dot" cakes with contrasting colors of cake batter.  In one case, chocolate cake with pink polka-dots...

Love that idea Andi  8)
...they are also excellent to fill a doughnut pan or electric doughnut maker....no mess & controlled pouring.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2013, 01:29:18 am
Andi I love that idea. Thanks.
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Post by: jo_nz on September 27, 2013, 02:25:35 am
Quote from: maddy on September 27, 2013, 01:16:12 am
Love that idea Andi  8)
...they are also excellent to fill a doughnut pan or electric doughnut maker....no mess & controlled pouring.

Okay, I've joined in and ordered one too - just for doughnuts! Well, I'm sure it won't be JUST doughnuts, but that sold me on it :D
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 27, 2013, 09:15:13 pm
Like the look of the ice cream containers. But I need it to fit 2L
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Post by: andiesenji on September 28, 2013, 03:18:28 am
I have no photos of the cakes or cupcakes. 

They were made and baked in a neighbor's kitchen - I mixed the batters here - and did not think to take my camera along.

The neighbor has nine children - five are adopted, and there seems to be a birthday almost every month and buying cakes has become so expensive that she wanted to learn baking.  Two of the kids are diabetic so she wanted to make pretty cakes that did not need icing and making the cakes themselves decorative works nicely.
I have a lot of recipes for sugar-free and low glycemic index cakes. 
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Post by: jeninwa on September 28, 2013, 04:21:13 am
I bought these
http://www.kathmandu.com.au/packing-cell-v2-medium-tangelo.html?___SID=U 
before we left, keeps everything in its place, no more hunting through my suitcase I bought 3 and a mesh bag for my shoes.
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Post by: snappy on September 28, 2013, 10:26:14 am
Quote from: jeninwa on September 28, 2013, 04:21:13 am
I bought these
http://www.kathmandu.com.au/packing-cell-v2-medium-tangelo.html?___SID=U 
before we left, keeps everything in its place, no more hunting through my suitcase I bought 3 and a mesh bag for my shoes.

I have those Jen and they are great.  Helps me fit so much stuff in a carry on bag
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Post by: cookie1 on September 28, 2013, 10:40:12 am
They look handy Jeninwa.
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2013, 10:42:20 am
home from shopping, bought lots of cup cake wrappers, clothes for me and kids. :)
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Post by: goldfish on September 29, 2013, 12:10:49 am
The Egg Skelter arrived... such a brilliant invention! Take what you need from the front and add the newly laid eggs at the back-holds up to 24 eggs. They come in two sizes, bantam and standard and a range of lovely colours. This is a standard but even the smaller eggs fit comfortably..

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/29/upuje8un.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on September 29, 2013, 12:14:25 am
Love those packing cells Jen.  Will have to investigate  ;)

Brilliant idea GF, if only I had more bench space

Marie
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Post by: goldfish on September 29, 2013, 12:54:10 am
It's surprisingly compact, Marie.  Overall length is just on 30 cm and height 20 cm.  They recently had a special on and have been wanting one for a while so it was an early Christmas present ;).  It will be good if and when they find someone to distribute them in Australia.

This is a description from the ebay site . .

Holds approx  24 med hens eggs OR 26-28 bantam

SIZE :  21cm high & 21cm in diameter extending another 8cm down the 'arm'

HANDMADE AND HAND DIPPED IN DEVON

MADE FROM POWDER COATED STEEL

Please note this is a Hand made item !

The skelter is dipped into the painted and held in place in the paint at the end of the spiral so there will be a few cms where there is no paint but as this is where an egg always sits it dosnt distract from the skelters beauty in anyway !

This wonderful new egg holder looks fantastic and is such a brilliant idea, just add your fresh eggs every day to the top of the spiral and your oldest egg will be at the bottom, so you always use your oldest eggs first !!

The eggs gently roll down the spiral each time you take one off delivering your fresh eggs in style!

Also perfect for using in your incubation room for storing your hatching eggs in.

So easy to use and clean and keeps your eggs all neat tidy and fresh!!

Never store your eggs in the fridge as it kills the germ and so they start to go off as soon as you remove them in to room temperature ,thats why you will never see an egg in the chiller section in the supermarkets or shops!! Eggs stored at room temperture will last for weeks and weeks, most supermarket eggs are  up to two weeks old before they reach the shelf let alone your kitchen!!

 Thats why more and more people are now keeping there own chickens for a brilliant supply of fresh,free range and organic eggs!! Try one direct from a  free range farm or your own birds you can really taste the difference!
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Post by: gertbysea on September 29, 2013, 01:10:39 am
That is  interesting about never seeing eggs in the chiller section of supermarkets. I have never seen them not in the chiller section of Coles and Woolies.

Ger
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Post by: goldfish on September 29, 2013, 01:49:26 am
It depends what country you're in,  Gert.     I'm thinking here, it's in the big supermarkets that they're often in the coolers.  In our local IGA they're on a rack at the end of the isle with no refrigeration at all.  If you google "should eggs be refrigerated" you'll find all sorts of arguments for and against.

As I understand it, the shell of the egg should never be exposed to water as that allows the shell to become more porous allowing bacteria etc easy entry.  Eggs stored in the fridge are often stored in the fridge door so every time the door is opened, the temp changes and condensation sets in.

We have  always kept our chooks' eggs on the counter - likewise with bought eggs if the chooks aren't pulling their weight from time to time.  That being said though, we do use eggs very quickly . . .
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Post by: gertbysea on September 29, 2013, 02:28:30 am
If I am ever given fresh eggs I never put them in the fridge and use them straight away but I don't think I would keep eggs out of the fridge up here at 29 degrees. I would love never to put tomatoes in the fridge either....and butter.....or store bought bread.......or

Well that is life in the tropis.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on September 29, 2013, 03:09:53 am
I am about to bake, our eggs go in the fridge.. :D
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 29, 2013, 11:14:33 am
I've always been told that eggs being fresh 'living' things should be chilled or refrigerated. I always keep mine in the fridge.

I ordered one of these today for the new unit.  I couldn't justify the cost of a second Thermie. Hopefully it will be better than some other copies.


Sorry Den, had to delete the link as it contravenes Rule 5.4.
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Post by: dede on September 29, 2013, 11:17:38 am
Will be interesting to see what you think of it DD. Looks pretty good
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Post by: Jamberie on September 29, 2013, 11:56:35 am
I thought about buying one for the holiday house too DD, but in the end just got the TM carry bag. Will be interesting to hear how you go with it.
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Post by: Delightful Den on September 29, 2013, 12:10:07 pm
I thought about the carry bag Jamberie but DW didn't want to carry lots of stuff up and down all the time.

Cookie I will report on how good or otherwise it is after I use it for a while.  ???
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Post by: Jamberie on September 29, 2013, 12:22:27 pm
Yes, anything to avoid lugging more things to and from...I do intend to leave my old EDC and a few spatulas at the coast, that way if 4G is down (often is at peak times) I still have a range of to use.
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Post by: Wonder on September 29, 2013, 11:59:03 pm
We have only ever left our eggs in the cupboard and after DD suffereing a very bad case of salmonella from free range eggs never wash them as that makes the shell porous and any bacteria on the shell can then get into the egg.
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:10:19 am
just a few things we bought in Bali

the dressing is getting made in a white wash look
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:11:55 am
some chairs
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Post by: gertbysea on September 30, 2013, 12:12:11 am
How much did you pay for the cutie in the hat?

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:14:36 am
plus 2 fridges
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:15:27 am
cheap price for u  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 30, 2013, 12:18:21 am
That's your place then Uni?  Looks like it's coming on, were you able to stay there this time?
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:19:05 am
frank wants me to go to back in a few weeks to buy the rest of the things we need b4 we go back at Xmas he does not want to spend his 10days shopping. i dont want to go on my own  :( my sister are to busy to come with me any one want to come  :-))
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Post by: fundj&e on September 30, 2013, 12:21:36 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 30, 2013, 12:18:21 am
That's your place then Uni?  Looks like it's coming on, were you able to stay there this time?

no JD thats the shops

our place should be done in a few weeks
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Post by: goldfish on October 01, 2013, 09:23:02 am
Now this idea might set a few cats among the pigeons out there . . . and I daresay this isn't the right thread . . .!!  ;D ;D ;D

The other night I was a local permaculture meeting to listen to a very enthusiastic young couple (their full on passionate enthusiasm was wonderful but left me feeling a little exhausted - but then I'm guessing they had to be at least half my age . . . :-)) ;D)  .  They've managed to transform their suburban block into a veritable food forest.  They say they're managing to eat directly from what they're producing - fruit, vegetables, eggs, . .  and soon some trout!! with only a very occasional trip to the supermarket or other stores for essential household items.

 They have also embarked on a 12 month challenge of not buying anything extra - they will try fix, make,  borrow or barter but not buy. . . .This challenge also extends to buying gifts - gifts will come from something they can produce themselves . . or maybe an "experience" - a course, etc.

- Maddy!! don't worry if you're suddenly feeling faint at the thought!! - we have the paramedics on stand by . . .!!!!! ;D ;D
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Post by: Amy :-) on October 01, 2013, 12:54:19 pm
Holy moly GF, that will be an interesting and incredible year for that couple.... but imagine if they pull it off... WOW!!! :D How inspiring :)

I've recently registered on eBay... need I say more lol :P
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Post by: obbie on October 01, 2013, 11:48:20 pm
wow, if they pull it off, great. :D

so many buy stuff they don't really need, or can afford. :)
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Post by: Brumington on October 02, 2013, 04:41:35 am
GF I would love to do that. My dream life would be that of Hugh Fernley Whittingstall on River Cottage.
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 07:15:26 am
Quote from: goldfish on October 01, 2013, 09:23:02 am
Now this idea might set a few cats among the pigeons out there . . . and I daresay this isn't the right thread . . .!!  ;D ;D ;D

The other night I was a local permaculture meeting to listen to a very enthusiastic young couple (their full on passionate enthusiasm was wonderful but left me feeling a little exhausted - but then I'm guessing they had to be at least half my age . . . :-)) ;D)  .  They've managed to transform their suburban block into a veritable food forest.  They say they're managing to eat directly from what they're producing - fruit, vegetables, eggs, . .  and soon some trout!! with only a very occasional trip to the supermarket or other stores for essential household items.

 They have also embarked on a 12 month challenge of not buying anything extra - they will try fix, make,  borrow or barter but not buy. . . .This challenge also extends to buying gifts - gifts will come from something they can produce themselves . . or maybe an "experience" - a course, etc.

- Maddy!! don't worry if you're suddenly feeling faint at the thought!! - we have the paramedics on stand by . . .!!!!! ;D ;D

I reckon that is absolutely brilliant - I follow a few blogs such as "Buy Nothing New For a Year" - can't get DH on board, although am seriously considering doing it myself - it may rub off on DH. I would have to buy consumables as we don't have a garden that would sustain us and there's no way I'm doing pre loved underwear.  :)
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Post by: droverjess on October 03, 2013, 07:25:39 am
LOL mcmich  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on October 03, 2013, 07:43:23 am
Quote from: obbie on October 01, 2013, 11:48:20 pm
wow, if they pull it off, great. :D

so many buy stuff they don't really need, or can afford. :)

How many cars are you up to obbie? ROFLMAO!

Good luck to this young couple. It will consume their every waking moment I am sure. For me I have worked hard all my life and can now happily enjoy the fruits of my labour without the guilt trip. I can now downsize as I like and share what I have accumulated having enjoyed  my stuff.

Like you mcmich, there is no point in disposing of stuff for the sake  of it. Some things you really want to keep even if you do not use them often such as those entertaining  things.

I try very hard to dispose of one for one purchase and often two for one.  I have recently acquired three lovely tea glasses and am deciding which 3 or 6 cups or mugs I will give away. Maybe I could barter them for  some new wine glasses or at least a bottle of bubbles.


Gert


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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 07:55:01 am
I do the one in one out rule too Gert. You probably would be able to barter.

I recently put a melamine pantry cupboard on gumtree for free - the lovely gentleman that picked it up gave me a bottle of wine. I have put several things on gumtree for free and am just happy to have it out of my home - this is the first time someone has given me anything which was a lovely treat. The bottle of wine was a good drop too.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on October 03, 2013, 08:07:39 am
Just now cleaned out of the cupboard 10 cups and saucers. 4 mugs and 6 side plates!  In a box in the boot.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on October 03, 2013, 08:12:56 am
We need to replace two toilet seats . What to you think mcmich. If I buy two new ones what can I get rid of?  I don't think even the Sallies want my old ones so they will become landfill. Have to find SOMETHING!

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 08:34:32 am
Love it Gert - You're Gorgeous.  ;D

We may have to find peace with imferection and live with some land fill.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 03, 2013, 08:41:51 am
I could offer the used toilet seats for free on gumtree. Think I could get a bottle of wine for them? LOL!

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 08:46:33 am
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 03, 2013, 09:33:04 am
Photo frames Gert of those you love!

You two are wonderful. I have heaps of stuff. I try to use it but so much of it I inherited from Mum. I want to use it and if it is broken too bad, otherwise DD will inherit 3 households of stuff. She is taking all 'good' stuff to her house when it is built.
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Post by: goldfish on October 03, 2013, 09:53:28 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 07:55:01 am
I do the one in one out rule too Gert. You probably would be able to barter.

I recently put a melamine pantry cupboard on gumtree for free - the lovely gentleman that picked it up gave me a bottle of wine. I have put several things on gumtree for free and am just happy to have it out of my home - this is the first time someone has given me anything which was a lovely treat. The bottle of wine was a good drop too.  :D


This was a lovely gesture on his part, Mich . . . yours too!!  We've used Freecycle a lot in the past.  Best was a huge, cumbersome carport which had to come down.  Three lovely young gentlemen turned up, dismantled it, took it away . . and used the materials on their own property . . .no mean feat - but they certainly appreciated it - and I certainly appreciated having it gone (without having to lift a finger)!
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2013, 10:00:54 am
I'm with you GF. Great to be free of the stuff and great to know someone is using it.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 03, 2013, 10:55:56 am
When we shifted into our new house we got rid of a lot of things like those cupboards Mich. lucky for us a friends daughter was setting up home. Like you we gave them away. We also gave her a lounge suite and a few bits. Our policy is if it is good and we no longer need it it is best to give it away. We know heaps of young people just starting out and they appreciate it.
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2013, 09:50:19 pm
8 cars now Gert.

4 utes

my teritory
and now 3 old holdens..

That should be enough for a while.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 04, 2013, 01:35:37 am
last night we went and bought a new washing machine and dryer my laundry is nearly finished, oh and dh decided whilst there a new tv was in order so a very expensive 2 hours was had apparently what sold him was the dual game function so when him and the boys play the ps3 they can't screen cheat anymore ::)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 04, 2013, 03:54:23 am
We can't match you Robyn.  ;)

Suzanne it sounds like an expensive night but everyone is happy!
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Post by: obbie on October 04, 2013, 03:56:22 am
Oh well another project to keep DH happy.

 I need to buy something ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 05, 2013, 05:06:41 pm
I was a bit naughty today as I bought a samsung galaxy 8 note. That was my confession.  Am enjoying getting my head around Android.  Picked up a Janelle Bloom cook  book "my favorite food for all seasons". Lots of gorgeous recipes. A lovely throw rug for the lounge. A better homes & gardens subscription that I cannot get on my ipad and surprised to see offered on Android:-*
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Post by: droverjess on October 05, 2013, 09:02:20 pm
How exciting CP  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on October 05, 2013, 09:46:52 pm
Oooooooo  CP that is exciting. I wanna play with that. Trouble is if. I played with it I would want one.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on October 05, 2013, 10:05:28 pm
I bought Jamie's new book
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 05, 2013, 10:06:18 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 05, 2013, 09:46:52 pm
.... Trouble is if. I played with it I would want one.

Gert
Dangerous thread, this one, Gert!
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Post by: gertbysea on October 05, 2013, 10:19:26 pm
Every one in a while I  stop watching it but then get sucked right back I . Wonder where Hally is.

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on October 05, 2013, 10:23:24 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 05, 2013, 05:06:41 pm
I was a bit naughty today as I bought a samsung galaxy 8 note. That was my confession.  Am enjoying getting my head around Android.  Picked up a Janelle Bloom cook  book "my favorite food for all seasons". Lots of gorgeous recipes. A lovely throw rug for the lounge. A better homes & gardens subscription that I cannot get on my ipad and surprised to see offered on Android:-*

Sounds like you had a very satisfying day, CP!!  DD has a galaxy and I really try not to look at it . . . :-))  Interesting about the BH&G sub that you can access on one but not the other . . .
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Post by: obbie on October 05, 2013, 10:28:03 pm
Yes Gert, where is Hally and her shopping... :)

Great shopping CP
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Post by: maddy on October 05, 2013, 10:52:19 pm
DS needed new runners & also cricket ones...naturally he picks the brightest ones available 

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ee70421c1ac3685bbe9a49304d48f618.jpg)

At the Melbourne show, I picked up beautiful semi dried olives, olive oils & soap
DD scored some ham ish & Andy dvd's
...and unfortunately I have discovered online jewellers who sell authentic gold pandora charms considerably cheaper than retail  :-[

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4da5ccf82ebd0361a30d6a54ff74bcb5.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/85f5e657d576523fbc0fdc5aa6d79a67.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c32600d2803eecbf2fcc12193b0e459e.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on October 05, 2013, 11:00:21 pm
Love the Pandora charms Maddy (though I'm a silver girl)  ;D.  I received a silver Pandora bangle for my birthday and have already bought some of the clips/charms to go on.  Not in any rush to fill it of course, but I really like it.  :D
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Post by: Jamberie on October 06, 2013, 12:14:12 am
Love the charms Maddy :)

CP you will love the Android. ..we are a Galaxy family... phones, notes and tablets. Very customisable. Occasionally I wish there were more apps but it's getting there.
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Post by: jo_nz on October 06, 2013, 03:44:03 am
Love that cheery blossom charm!

I'm taking DS shoe shopping this week - his last shoes could have competed with those on brightness, Maddy.  Will see how this time goes.
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Post by: judydawn on October 06, 2013, 04:59:11 am
Love the charms maddy, like Julie I am a silver girl too but only through necessity - gold ones are too expensive for me  ;D

My latest charm was from CC, a London bus with an English flag on the roof.  I can't work out how to put it on myself and keep forgetting to take it to the Pandora shop to get them to do it. I've now written myself a note and will do it next week come hell or high water.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2013, 08:50:57 am
Lovely shopping.
Hally is on a cruise folks. She should be back soon.
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Post by: obbie on October 06, 2013, 09:19:09 am
cookie, that is why Hally has been quiet..
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 06, 2013, 10:29:55 am
Maddy the charms are lovely. I am a gold pandora too. Although I have some silver ones on there too as gold us sooo expensive.  I think DS might glow in the dark with those shoes.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 06, 2013, 12:04:08 pm
Quote from: judydawn on October 06, 2013, 04:59:11 am
Love the charms maddy, like Julie I am a silver girl too but only through necessity - gold ones are too expensive for me  ;D

Lol Pandora is too expensive for me! But then I don't have much jewellery at all. I really need a gold chain to wear the pearl my DH bought nearly ten years ago lol.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2013, 12:34:45 pm
Before Pandora was around DD had a beautiful bracelet with charms on from all over Australia. It was gorgeous. Sadly someone horrid person took it when our house was burgled many years ago. It had so many charms with so many memories.

I'm not a fan of Pandora but do love bracelets.
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Post by: Wonder on October 06, 2013, 11:19:00 pm
I love them on everyone else but as soon as I was bought one plus a few charms as a gift decided they weren't for me  :-\ so know it's sits not being worn - what a waste, I wonder if I could sell it on ebay.

Maddie, my DS wanted those runners on the weekend and I refused to buy them because of the cost, runners are so expensive.
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Post by: mcmich on October 07, 2013, 12:00:13 am
Wonder, I sold my gold Pandora bracelet and charms on ebay. If you have the original packaging it helps. I had 14ct gold charms and clips and two tone charms and safety chain that I sold separately. Didn't get all my money back but better than left sitting in a jewellery box unworn.
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Post by: obbie on October 07, 2013, 05:03:59 am
a couple of years ago, I got all my jewelery I never wear, took it to a friend who is a jeweler, he melted it down, and made me a gold bracelet , with lots of stones in it. Its a one off, and I love it.. :D

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Post by: cookie1 on October 07, 2013, 05:54:59 am
That's a good idea Robyn. Most of my stuff I inherited from Mum and an Aunt so I couldn't bring myself to melt it down. Perhaps DD will though.
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Post by: Wonder on October 07, 2013, 05:59:15 am
Great idea Robyn I know a few people who have done that, I've never been much of a jewellery person so wouldn't have enough to make much. My Pandora is silver so not as expensive as the gold but I still might look at selling on ebay Mich, thanks for the idea.
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Post by: maddy on October 07, 2013, 12:43:09 pm
Quote from: Wonder on October 06, 2013, 11:19:00 pm
Maddie, my DS wanted those runners on the weekend and I refused to buy them because of the cost, runners are so expensive.

They are, and particularly with boys who play lots of sport & are hard on their shoes!
We have tried many out, from cheap to expensive...these runners with that particular type of sole, are the only ones that last DS 1/ 1 & 1/2 school terms....all the others have fallen  to bits by then.  Unfortunately if they play footy at school, they perish quicker!

Quote from: Wonder on October 07, 2013, 05:59:15 am
My Pandora is silver so not as expensive as the gold but I still might look at selling on ebay Mich, thanks for the idea.

Pandora sells well on eBay Wonder...or, maybe hold onto it for your Daughter?
My bracelet doubles as a watch, as I can't wear regular watches with plating on the straps or clips...just irritates my skin like crazy...not sure if you can still get them, but it slides on like a charm, and I get many comments on it

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fe6fd0fe18c3c3eba0a807bc64da739a.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on October 07, 2013, 12:48:12 pm
Surely the watch is much bigger than the other charms maddy - or am I wrong again :-))
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Post by: maddy on October 07, 2013, 01:45:52 pm
It is bigger than the charms, but not huge...here's a bad ipad pic to show size

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/be526178ae695538cc008b7f10e07e97.jpg)

You can't see clearly, but the face is mother of pearl.
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Post by: judydawn on October 07, 2013, 02:30:23 pm
Thanks maddy, that explains it nicely and no, it isn't too big.
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Post by: mcmich on October 07, 2013, 07:50:15 pm
Gorgeous Maddy.
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Post by: dede on October 08, 2013, 10:17:25 am
My sister had a Tupperware party, I went along with all intentions of not buying anything. But you know what it's like when you feel obligated to buy something. So I brought a microwave jug, cost me $81 :o
Not cheap but will be very useful
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Post by: Frozzie on October 08, 2013, 12:32:45 pm
That is very useful mandi.. One of their better products.. Just use it alot then at least you feel you will get yoyr moneys worth 😄
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 08, 2013, 03:00:45 pm
I use that jug all the time. Wish I had another one, but too expensive
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Post by: BeezeeBee on October 08, 2013, 05:06:44 pm
Went in to Bob Jane this morning, expecting to change 2 tyres.  Drove out with 4 instead. Ouch!

Bought a slick iPhone 5C in the afternoon. But for my BIL, not me :( Our birthday gift for his 50th.

Thank goodness I received my Thermomix kitchen toolkit yesterday. Woohoooo! 😄
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/09/3uhyjedu.jpg)
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Post by: Frozzie on October 08, 2013, 09:13:25 pm
Sometimes you need to watch bob jane and other similar places.. I went into one to top up the nitrogen in my tyres and the guy starts to talk me into needing new tyres.. Told him maybe he should try that on someone else as one my tyres were perfect and two the car was only 4 months old lol.. Unfortunately heard of another mum going to same place and being told she needed to replace all of her tyres... Makes you wonder.. Grrr
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Post by: cookie1 on October 09, 2013, 01:55:12 am
BZB that was a bit of an expensive day. Love the thermo kit. Let us know what it is like.
It's great to see you back on here after your busy music time.
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Post by: deedub on October 09, 2013, 05:22:38 am
I took delivery today of 2 Scottish Highland Titles, a wedding present for a good friend and his soon to be wife whom I've only met once. Hope she has a sense of humour! Entitles them to call themselves "laird" & "lady", no doubt a complete scam but thought it would be a bit of fun. I also got them a tea towel which says "I own an estate in Scotland" - well 2 square feet of it!
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Post by: mcmich on October 09, 2013, 05:36:13 am
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: maddy on October 10, 2013, 08:16:42 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c76e8888fd9f7a6affdb674ff57e6ba6.jpg)

x2.....because I "need" ice cream wearing nutcrackers this Christmas   ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 10, 2013, 08:54:28 am
Beautiful Maddy - I keep a nutcracker in my entry way all year round. I'm of German heritage and traditionally they are a symbol of protection for your home - that's why they bare their teeth.  :D
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Post by: KarenH on October 10, 2013, 08:58:06 am
For anyone who likes French Laguiole cutlery (normally very expensive), House Online has it at 64% off at the moment.
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Post by: maddy on October 11, 2013, 12:08:55 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 10, 2013, 08:54:28 am
Beautiful Maddy - I keep a nutcracker in my entry way all year round. I'm of German heritage and traditionally they are a symbol of protection for your home - that's why they bare their teeth.  :D

I love that symbolism....purchase justified then!    :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 11, 2013, 06:29:56 am
I went to the Kitchen Warehouse this morning. I bought some Muscovado  sugar, some molasses sugar and another set of rings to cut scones etc. out. I bought plastic this time as my last ones the handle bent every time I used them I also had fun looking at things I could send my SS when I know who it is.
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Post by: droverjess on October 11, 2013, 09:44:22 pm
 ;) cookie
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 16, 2013, 05:00:58 am
About one month ago Gert mentioned the Bamboo Village site, which I promptly went to have a look at and purchased some sheets.  I have washed them a few times now and kept meaning to mention them on here as a follow up to the purchase (but kept forgetting).  Anyway, when they are wet they are hideous - hard and horrible and, the first time, I was so upset about it as they were very expensive.  However, once they dry they are really silky and lovely, it's just getting over that hard and horrible feeling is challenging.  As an unexpected / unplanned bonus, they came rolled in a bamboo fabric bag which is perfect as a bread bag ... and it didn't cost me anything!
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Post by: gertbysea on October 16, 2013, 05:12:17 am
Did they shrink any and have they pilled at all.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on October 16, 2013, 08:35:49 am
Cuilidh, I have two bamboo tea towels that do the same, once wet they go very hard but when dry they are quite soft.  To hang them on the clothesline is like pegging a board out to dry, really weird.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 16, 2013, 10:25:56 am
They did shrink, Gert, but they shrunk for a very large size to the correct size, so that was perfect.  To date they haven't pilled and I am hoping that they don't.

Emme, I also got a couple of bamboo tea towels and they are lovely - but I think that they DID shrink as they seem quite a bit smaller now.  In addition I got two of the magnetic towels (I mentioned that on here at the time I made the purchase) and I like them very much.  In fact, whilst I was in NZ last week I got several orders to send some over to my family!
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Post by: rainbow on October 16, 2013, 12:27:18 pm
We bought a new caravan !!! Spent our first night in it travelling back to Albany at the Dwellingup Caravan park,  do you like the monogrammed towels we got when we picked up the van, so cute (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/16/nu8u5ujy.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/16/epehy5y5.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 16, 2013, 12:31:27 pm
Rainbow how lovely to get the towels. What sort of van is it? It certainly looks lovely. You will have many happy holidays in it.
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Post by: judydawn on October 16, 2013, 12:35:13 pm
Nice van rainbow and your towels might be safer on public clotheslines having your names on them  ;D  Nice little gesture from the caravan people.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 16, 2013, 12:46:23 pm
great looking caravan rainbow :) where is your first trip going to be?
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Post by: rainbow on October 16, 2013, 12:58:45 pm
It's a Coromel caravan, planning a few short trips around the south west of WA and then bigger trip next year over east coast
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 16, 2013, 05:45:39 pm
Lovely purchase rainbow 8) You will have plenty of fun traveling around in that beautiful caravan :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 16, 2013, 07:38:24 pm
What a lovely caravan - you are going to have some wonderful journeys and create great memories in the future.
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Post by: droverjess on October 16, 2013, 09:14:28 pm
Ordered some curtain material. Paid a deposit to hold the material as apparently at this time of year they can run out. Final measuring still to be done. I will try to find links to show you what we have chosen.

For the living room http://www.247curtains.co.uk/alderley-parsley-made-to-measure-curtains

For the dining room this fabric http://www.kimberley-dawn-cushions.co.uk/Sanderson_Pondicherry_Blue_Gold_Fabric_Cushions_1122.php

For the kitchen http://www.thelittlecurtaincompany.com/images/BW_Arbury_Waterperry1.jpg. I think this is the right colour way, hard to tell with such a small pic.

I hope the links work.

2 Neff Electric ovens coming next week too, with a belling induction hob with dial controls for extra cooking or when the Aga is turned off in hot weather. There was only one hob with dials available so a belling it is.

I have the curtains of two rooms still to decide. The guest sitting room and a family bedroom. Think I might look at stripes for a change for the bedroom, and have a fair idea of what to put in guest SR. We nearly had it in the living room but it was too busy on 4 large windows. I will have to search for its name and post another day.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 16, 2013, 09:21:17 pm
Nice choices DJ  8)
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Post by: Emme on October 16, 2013, 09:25:54 pm
Rainbow, what a lovely caravan, the towels a nice gesture.  You will have lots of fun travelling around the country. A great purchase.  :)
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Post by: Emme on October 16, 2013, 09:28:56 pm
DJ, the curtains should look lovely, I am so glad it is all coming together for you.   Like the sound of the electric ovens  ;D
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Post by: droverjess on October 16, 2013, 09:53:44 pm
Rainbow the caravan looks great with your climate. Enjoy and the towels are great too.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 17, 2013, 12:00:28 am
Lovely choices DJ. You house is going to be warm and colourful.

Lovely caravan rainbow. Hopefully it will find it' way up this way.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on October 17, 2013, 02:07:10 pm
I love your curtain fabrics DJ. Very bright and fresh.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 17, 2013, 09:35:06 pm
Can't wait to see the end product DJ. How long do you think it would take?

Christmas in the caravan Rainbow?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 17, 2013, 09:36:20 pm
Today I'm going to find storage containers. More clip food containers and glass jars for Christmas hampers.
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Post by: droverjess on October 17, 2013, 09:52:00 pm
Wondering about this one for remaining bedroom.
A bit different. http://www.wallpaperdirect.com/products/sanderson/sussex-downs/99521
Was looking for stripes and found this. Very stripes I know. LOL The fabric sample arrived today and it is a lovely blue. With warm painted walls it should be fine. Windows face north ( small) and west ( large).

Not sure will be done by Xmas. Have no date INAID just done when it's done. We are coping without curtains. It is dark at night and we have no neighbours. If it was summer it'd be hard being light at 4 am!

This one maybe for guest sitting room. Not sure if this is right shade.
http://www.textileexpressfabrics.co.uk/WebRoot/BT4/Shops/BT3246/4FD9/A991/CD43/DEFC/3EE2/0A0C/05E9/7BEB/cervino_forest_green.jpg
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Post by: gertbysea on October 17, 2013, 10:04:15 pm
So many decisions to make. Thank goodness you are not making all these curtains. I have no coverings on my windows at all and the sun is coming up about 0545 these days. The kookaburra on my pool fence woke me up this morning just at sunrise.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/9aru9ady.jpg)
Gert
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Post by: droverjess on October 17, 2013, 10:13:28 pm
Yes Gert but fun decisions on the whole. We will make mistakes in our Reno and refurb and live with them for the next ** years.... LOL
I already wished I'd done a different bathroom blind for us when the second samples came. They came in two batches and I didn't  realise there were some missing! Ah well, it is not a major thing am spoiled for choice with lovely colours. Still happy with the Sissinghurst pattern in eggshell.
Want to start painting but too much dust and dirt for that. Need to wait for tradies to finish.
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Post by: Halex on October 17, 2013, 10:39:32 pm
Love your curtains DJ :)

Is this for your B&B? Sorry soooo not in the loop :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 17, 2013, 11:12:01 pm
DJ those fabrics all look great, the place is going to be amazing once it's finished.

Gert love your yard.
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Post by: Halex on October 17, 2013, 11:13:01 pm
My custom made revolving bookcase arrives Monday, jts huge :)
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Post by: gertbysea on October 17, 2013, 11:26:34 pm
Can't wait to see it Hally.

DJ don't even think of painting until every bit of dust and dirt is gone. It will be soooooo rewarding whe. You slap a bit of paint and it all comes together.

Yes you have to think ten times about the fabrics as you will have to live with it a long time.

Gert

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Post by: gertbysea on October 18, 2013, 12:49:07 am
For those who do not have a tea2 shop. Thinking secret Santa.


FREE SHIPPING
http://edm.t2tea.com/t/ViewEmail/r/9C86B51C8AC510812540EF23F30FEDED/42AFA831549CEE7C84E5AAD5A6C37FC6
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2013, 12:57:13 am
DJ, you must have spent ages looking at curtain fabric samples - once you get down to soft furnishings, things are really starting to look up.  How long is it going to take them to make the curtains for you?  Nice choices, you are bound to be happy with them once you see them hanging on your freshly painted walls.
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Post by: mab19 on October 18, 2013, 01:01:24 am
Love your curtain choices DJ.

Nice caravan Rainbow.  Don't forget to let us know when you are over this way.
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Post by: Wonder on October 18, 2013, 01:19:59 am
Just bought this online, have never bought anything from Ezibuy and because I was already paying postage thought I may as well add in a few tops and a pair of pants as well! I rarely buy clothes online as I'm pretty fussy so will see what they are like when they arrive, can always return.
http://www.ezibuy.com.au/xmas-shop/gift-wrapping-organiser-78643.htm (http://www.ezibuy.com.au/xmas-shop/gift-wrapping-organiser-78643.htm)
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Post by: Wonder on October 18, 2013, 01:37:43 am
Bought the family pack of no odd socks which Uni linked to. looking forward to giving them a try.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2013, 03:25:15 am
DJ I love the curtain material, especially the bedroom one.

Wonder a gift wrap organise is an excellent idea. Mine falls out of the cupboard every time I open the door!

Hally please post photos of your bookcase, it fascinates me. Is it made of wood? If so what sort please? I'm thinking I would love a jarrah one. DHWill say just get rid of some books.
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2013, 03:30:07 am
That's easy fixed if he says that cookie - get rid of one of your cars and I can have a book case in the garage  ;D
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 05:30:42 am
2 carving trays:) photos ave come out huge ???
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/use8ynyh.jpg)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 18, 2013, 05:34:18 am
2 x storage containers to sort the kids clothes and food containers on sale at big W for leftovers and lunches. Wonton wrappers, sweet chilli sauce :) smoked trout and Jarlesberg.
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 05:45:11 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/a9upavu8.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2013, 05:47:21 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 18, 2013, 03:30:07 am
That's easy fixed if he says that cookie - get rid of one of your cars and I can have a book case in the garage  ;D

I could be shot at dawn.  :D ;) :D

Hally I love the Bundt tin.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 18, 2013, 05:53:42 am
thats the nicest Bundt pan I've seen Hally, its very pretty
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 05:54:16 am
Some cook books
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/8e8eruvy.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 05:54:39 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/5yzyrepe.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 05:56:19 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on October 18, 2013, 05:53:42 am
thats the nicest Bundt pan I've seen Hally, its very pretty

Thanks Cookie & CP. there was a new design just out, but I loved this one :)

Enough photos for 1 day :)
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Post by: obbie on October 18, 2013, 06:46:02 am
Love the cook books Hally
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Post by: gertbysea on October 18, 2013, 07:09:15 am
Thank goodness Hally is back as the shopping thread had really slowed down? ROFLMAO!


Gert
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2013, 07:19:46 am
Nice shopping Hally, love the recipe books and can't wait to see your first cake made in that lovely bundt tin.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 18, 2013, 07:35:58 am
Great shopping (as always) Hally! I too am looking forward to seeing creations made in the bundt tin!
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Post by: droverjess on October 18, 2013, 07:38:12 am
Lovely books and tins Hally. Looking forward to pics.
Well these fabrics are for our home but it is also a two bedroom B and B, three beds when young moved on. At the mo, we have two adult kids here.  ;D

JD not sure on timescale for curtains.
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Post by: Emme on October 18, 2013, 08:06:25 am
Hally, love the bundt tin, and those cook books look great.  Glad your back, have missed you  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 18, 2013, 10:18:20 am
Quote from: Droverjess on October 17, 2013, 09:52:00 pm
This one maybe for guest sitting room. Not sure if this is right shade.
http://www.textileexpressfabrics.co.uk/WebRoot/BT4/Shops/BT3246/4FD9/A991/CD43/DEFC/3EE2/0A0C/05E9/7BEB/cervino_forest_green.jpg

I've seen this fabric in many colour ways used by people at my upholstery class DJ..It always looks good ;D
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Post by: droverjess on October 18, 2013, 12:18:27 pm
Yes CC am erring back to that for sitting room, one pair curtains and one roman blind. Maybe forest green or red/nut.

DS/spare room windows too small for pattern repeat, now back on stripes.

Maybe Zaika colour 06 by malabar or chiko colour 06.

http://housetohome.media.ipcdigital.co.uk/96/00000ff68/694c_orh550w550/BEST-FABRIC-UNDER-25-ZAIKA-MALABAR.jpg. The main one shown, duck egg and beige

Or

http://shop.norfolktextiles.co.uk/ekmps/shops/hdavidson/images/malabar-chiko-07-stripe.-4284-p[ekm]250x250[ekm].jpg
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 12:32:39 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 18, 2013, 07:09:15 am
Thank goodness Hally is back as the shopping thread had really slowed down? ROFLMAO!


Gert
Gert you always  mistake me for Maddy :). Must just be a typo ;)
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 12:34:36 pm
Some bits & pieces, the Taco holders are fantastic, used them tonight:)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/nydupeba.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 12:35:21 pm
A few more bits & pieces
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/18/6ugetaby.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2013, 12:43:08 pm
How did you get it all home Hally? 
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Post by: gertbysea on October 18, 2013, 01:26:01 pm
Love to know the answer to that  question!

Gert
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Post by: Debbiebillg on October 18, 2013, 01:40:53 pm
I wondered the same thing too Gert and Cookie !!

Does anyone have one of these Tefal deep fryers ?? They have a built in filtration system, so you get a lot longer out of the oil ! Just wondered though whether you drain the oil after every use or if it keeps the oil clean by continually filtering (probably sounds too good to be true, now I type this lol).  Not sure I'd be soooo keen on completely cleaning the fryer after every use though !

http://www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au/Appliances/Deep-Fryers/Tefal-Semi-Pro-Oleoclean-Deep-Fryer#

Anyway David Jones have them for $119.95 and I think Kitchenware Direct will price match ! I'm buying a yoghurt strainer from there so would be good to combine them. Decisions, decisions !!!
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Post by: Yvette on October 18, 2013, 08:46:42 pm
Great buys Hally you must have taken an extra suitcase to bring everything home
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Post by: Emme on October 18, 2013, 08:54:59 pm
Love those bits and pieces Hally  :D :D ;D
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Post by: Halex on October 18, 2013, 11:20:45 pm
We left home with 3 suitcases & 2 hand luggage bags, we came home with 5 suitcases & 3 hand luggage bags:) I paid excess baggage before we left Australia :)

Theres heaps more shopping ;D
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Post by: courton on October 18, 2013, 11:26:17 pm
Look forward to seeing it Hally! That oven liner is such a good idea.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 18, 2013, 11:27:07 pm
I knew you would not let us down Hally!

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on October 18, 2013, 11:49:03 pm
Great shopping Hally.

Courton, the deep fryer looks good but I would be worried about the max temperature only being 180, I don't think that's hit enough for good chips. I need a new deep fryer but haven't done any research yet, our current one is a DeLonghi and it's been great.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 19, 2013, 12:09:12 am
Quote from: courton on October 18, 2013, 11:26:17 pm
Look forward to seeing it Hally! That oven liner is such a good idea.

Better check you oven first as liners are not recommended for some ovens.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 19, 2013, 02:30:22 am
I bought one of those liners when we moved into our new house. There was no warning on the box, but it melded to the bottom of my oven and made a mess which I had to try and scrape off as best I could  >:(
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Post by: maddy on October 19, 2013, 05:47:12 am
Welcome back Hally, and your booty full of goodies  :D

Had pondered for awhile, but caved & ordered a spare ice cream bowl for my machine

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4d79c1c2df41d631312685ea3696e926.jpg)

2 more ice cream containers, as they are great...thanks to whom ever posted them in the first place  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6ab4d003ff9d191249285a625ea3625a.jpg)

And candy style foil balloons, to recreate lollipops...don't ask  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/cbf06d27a321ae21f8ccd394c421ed63.jpg)
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Post by: Halex on October 19, 2013, 05:56:48 am
Oh dear will have to read it all before and maybe ring Miele. I have one for the bbq & its great, used all last summer.

 :)
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Post by: Jamberie on October 19, 2013, 07:01:36 am
I started shopping for my SS :)
But can't tell what I bought!
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Post by: gertbysea on October 19, 2013, 07:39:02 am
I need to get some inspiration for my SS. maybe next week in Tassie  I will see something.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on October 19, 2013, 09:06:34 am
I saw one of those icecream containers somewhere last week. I may have to look into them. It is raining here again today so I may not need it for a while.
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Post by: *suzanne* on October 19, 2013, 09:44:12 am
certainly feels like this weather has gone on forever cookie ::)
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Post by: Bonsai on October 19, 2013, 12:12:20 pm
Have to agree, cloudy/rainy weather in perth going on forever this year. The ice cream containers look good but it feels so far away from ice cream weather ( 15 here today and raining)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 19, 2013, 12:56:18 pm
I need a 2L ice cream container. Unfortunately from memory I think the others are only 1L :(
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Post by: jeninwa on October 20, 2013, 04:37:05 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 19, 2013, 07:39:02 am
I need to get some inspiration for my SS. maybe next week in Tassie  I will see something.

Gert

Salamanca markets or one of the shops behind the markets you might find something interesting Gert.
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Post by: snappy on October 20, 2013, 11:22:15 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 19, 2013, 09:06:34 am
I saw one of those icecream containers somewhere last week. I may have to look into them. It is raining here again today so I may not need it for a while.

I saw them in Victorias Basement today $18 each.

Because of the other thread, I bought a zoku icy pole maker!  😉  I went to buy a jug but saw the zoku and thought of the thread.  I'm hoping I will get lots of use out of it this summer.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 20, 2013, 11:58:16 am
You'll love the zoku Snappy. I'm a bit impatient so it seems like forever when waiting for them to set. ..I try to make them in advance and keep them in the container (added extra you can buy) in the freezer.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 20, 2013, 01:35:10 pm
I've also bought the zoku for all of the kids I need to buy for including ours and have also bought the storage unit :)
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Post by: obbie on October 21, 2013, 03:14:19 am
I am tempted, everton has them on sale.
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Post by: Wonder on October 21, 2013, 03:21:39 am
I bought the tovolo container and scoop. I'm not an ice cream eater but DD is and now she's lactose intolerant keeps complaining that she can't have ice cream anymore so thought maybe I could start making it. Needed to dust off the ice cream bowl and put it in the freezer.

Any body tell me the best recipe to use? Will probably give the EDC one ago because I can just sub the cream for lactose free cream.
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Post by: astarra on October 21, 2013, 03:23:03 am
Does she like the fruity dream (Varoma demo card or new EDC) Wonder? My DF DD loves it.  :)
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Post by: Emme on October 21, 2013, 05:07:55 am
Just wondering if anyone buys there coffee beans online? if so, where do you get them please
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Post by: Wonder on October 21, 2013, 05:10:10 am
Astarra, after a severe case of salmonella poisoning from free range eggs she want have anything with raw egg and is extremely fussy with us handling eggs so unfortunately this rules out fruity dream.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 21, 2013, 05:28:27 am
Quote from: Emme on October 21, 2013, 05:07:55 am
Just wondering if anyone buys there coffee beans online? if so, where do you get them please

Locally grown. Lovely people . Very pro active and the coffee is freshly roasted straight to your door.

http://www.jaquescoffee.com.au

Gert
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Post by: Emme on October 21, 2013, 05:56:30 am
Thanks so much Gert, will check them out.
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Post by: Nikkit on October 21, 2013, 06:04:07 am
Emme I used to get mine sent to me from Naked Beans (?) Naked Coffee (can't remember what it was called now)  in Albany West Aust ( not too sure where you are) and they were great.
Then I got them sent to me from 5 Senses in Rockingham WA. Also great.
And now I get Yahava Coffee from the Swan Valley, as I drive past once every couple of weeks. I did notice they do take online orders and post them out, so guessing you could google them as well. I love going in there though as they always have beans roasting and it smells divine!

Hope that helps you.
Nikki  :)
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Post by: Emme on October 21, 2013, 06:16:35 am
Thanks Nikkit, will check them out also,  much appreciated.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 21, 2013, 06:42:21 am
I'm not a coffee drinker but you can get Five Senses and Yahava in our local IGA
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Post by: astarra on October 21, 2013, 06:42:36 am
Quote from: Wonder on October 21, 2013, 05:10:10 am
Astarra, after a severe case of salmonella poisoning from free range eggs she want have anything with raw egg and is extremely fussy with us handling eggs so unfortunately this rules out fruity dream.

I don't o raw egg either - sub it for 30-40gm of coconut milk/cream.  ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on October 21, 2013, 06:47:10 am
I really liked the coffee I had at work so asked them where the beans are from:
http://www.venezianocoffee.com.au/
I like them but might also try some that others have suggested. Thanks for sharing everyone.
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Post by: Wonder on October 21, 2013, 06:52:33 am
Thanks Astarra, I assumed it was the egg that made it light and fluffy.
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Post by: obbie on October 21, 2013, 07:52:40 am
Just ordered the dream pot Wonder.  ;D ;D
Just also bought a vacuum sealer, extra bags,  and a airfryer from oo.com.au
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 10:05:25 am
Revolving, its massive.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/21/zazeraby.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on October 21, 2013, 10:08:53 am
is that the book case H
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Post by: Wonder on October 21, 2013, 10:13:29 am
That's a lot f shopping Robyn.

The book shelf us amazing Hally
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 10:15:14 am
Yes its amazing, must getting to terms with the size of it.

Just have to change some things around.


Loving it though ;D
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Post by: Emme on October 21, 2013, 10:16:08 am
Bookcase is wonderful Hally, you will be able to store all your books in that  ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on October 21, 2013, 10:17:49 am
love it H
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Post by: judydawn on October 21, 2013, 10:22:03 am
It looks good Hally, start filling it.  Can you reach the top shelves or will you need a ladder ;D
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 10:26:33 am
No I need a ladder for the top.

Started to fill it, but I need to balance it as I go, so its going to look 1/2 emoty, but amazing all the same.

Have to start loading at the bottom & then work up from there.


It is just so big!! :o :o
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 21, 2013, 10:35:51 am
Love your bookshelf Hally. Be careful not to spin it too fast, you'll get bonked on the head with cookbooks!
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Post by: Jamberie on October 21, 2013, 11:07:05 am
Love the bookshelf Hally..... has CP had a 'ride' yet? It looks like it could be as fun as the hills hoist ;)
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 11:14:00 am
Dont worry cp wont be spinning it, put the fear imto him about it falling over & books whizzing around.

Its loooking great with books in. Will photo later when finished

Dinner now
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 21, 2013, 11:27:35 am
That bookcase is amazing - how many books will it hold?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 21, 2013, 12:14:32 pm
I love your bookcase Hally. I would love one, I just have to think of a good place to put it.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on October 21, 2013, 12:39:46 pm
Halex, my 3 kids would have a blast with that bookcase ! Better than Dreamworld lol
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 12:41:32 pm
ES, no idea, but I am about 80%  through my books & its not even half full.

Just had to slap dh, he said great lots of space for my stuff, I told him to build his own, lol.

Cookie, he can make & design to fit wherever :)

H :)
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 12:42:02 pm
Quote from: Debbiebillg on October 21, 2013, 12:39:46 pm
Halex, my 3 kids would have a blast with that bookcase ! Better than Dreamworld lol

LOL ;D
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 12:43:50 pm
DH,  has named it THE TARDIS, from Dr. Who :)

I shall give him that, as long as he doesnt put anything in or on THE TARDIS :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 21, 2013, 12:45:39 pm
Don't be a meanie Hally, share it with DH LOL
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Post by: Halex on October 21, 2013, 12:47:18 pm
JD, He is welcome to share if he buys cook books ;D
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Post by: obbie on October 21, 2013, 09:37:23 pm
Looks good Hally.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 21, 2013, 11:24:56 pm
Hally, i love your bookshelf.  Had you seen something like it around or just thought it up. I feel undecided with cook book collecting, i cant resist buying them and not sure if i feel the same with electronic edition but love the convenience.
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Post by: Halex on October 22, 2013, 12:21:42 am
Bedlam, we were looking around & nothing. So goofgled & saw a round revolving one, but they didnt ship to Aus. We asked around & met the owner of this company on holiday. He came over measured up, said round would be too costly & voila here it is.

Loving it even more today, just the size was WOW :o
 :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 22, 2013, 12:41:05 am
It will be great to have everything so organised and easily found. Hopefully it will help get your cooking Mojo back seeing all those books.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 22, 2013, 03:12:04 am
Hally I was thinking maybe DH could build me a jarrah one. Jarrah may be too heavy to turn though. When he is feeling calm, happy, and very generous I will show him your photo.
I haven't forgotten the email I promised to forward to you either. I just need to go on the other computer.
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Post by: Nikkit on October 22, 2013, 04:12:28 am
Hally...I have a serious dose of book case envy.
And you haven't posted a photo of it with even any cook books in it yet.
I have a feeling when you do, I'm really going to be jealous!
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Post by: jo_nz on October 23, 2013, 12:20:10 am
Been shopping today for DD's birthday next month (already tucked away in the attic until then).  She's getting a rollerskating doll plus another clothes set, plus a PJs set for it.  And a hairbrush for her woolly mop.   ;)
Also bought lots of little stationery bits and toys for xmas stocking stuffers!!!  Feeling very virtuous and organized right now.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2013, 01:35:04 am
You have every reason to feel good Jo. I have bought about half a dozen books for DD and that is it.
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 02:53:48 am
After trying ice cream this morning in my old ice cream making and it not working I went and picked this up. A bit naughty but I got it at a great price at the Breville factory seconds shop. The guy said I was very lucky to come in today because they only get one or two a month and they normally sell them straight away. Hopefully it will be a success.
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 02:54:37 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/25/ara3y6er.jpg)

Whoops forgot to include the photo of what I bought!
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2013, 03:32:12 am
Just in time for summer Wonder.  looks good.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 25, 2013, 04:05:34 am
I have the same ice-cream maker Wonder, you will love it.
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Post by: maddy on October 25, 2013, 08:51:48 am
Exciting Wonder....can't wait to hear what you think of it.


Over a few days.....

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c96e42e02ddf3090557eea02a34c63b1.jpg)
Had to try his candied pud....um...not cheap either, so it better be good!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/01738f1ad8776aa171e2538a925b576a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/01912aaa379574ae739faa24b5034d5c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7ba5b027262b8b0f41485b979c86a822.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ac202471f140a79cf4d6eb622377e489.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5F8C55AD-7FCC-48F5-936F-CE046E0E0FFB-5660-000008C60D2FB323_zps63b93c09.jpg)
Glow in the dark onsie for DS

And a fox hanger for his signed guernsey

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4c0d33dffb0c1c6ef7f467bea5eb010a.jpg)

Grumpy cat for DD
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d93289df31cc368e790313dc4841b4a8.jpg)

And a pink reiss jug and tray

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/02a2b26694dc9a3bfc1287052749eb70.jpg)
I just love this enamelware!

Oh, and 12 nutcrackers that I'm going to re-paint & maddy-fy
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a4820f4c3e24426b9bff339ffdfc464d.jpg)
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Post by: mrsb on October 25, 2013, 08:58:34 am
Maddy!!! I just bought the pink teacup over the weekend... it's so pretty. I want the teapot now as well. I always love your find maddy!!
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Post by: mrsb on October 25, 2013, 09:01:03 am
Wonder, where is the breville seconds store?
Quote from: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 02:54:37 am
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Whoops forgot to include the photo of what I bought!
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Post by: mab19 on October 25, 2013, 09:15:36 am
Great shopping Maddy.  :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 09:16:56 am
Terrible news - the ice cream machine doesn't work  :'(  DD and I made up a mixture and started the machine but it's not cooking down. Will need to ring the shop tomorrow, so much for my great buy.

mrsb - the chop is in Smith St Collingwood. I've bought plenty of things there before without any trouble a lot of the things are because of broken boxes or have been the demo model and they all come with a 12 month warranty. The ice cream maker was $100 cheaper than in the shops.
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Post by: deedub on October 25, 2013, 10:52:52 am
Quote from: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 09:16:56 am
Terrible news - the ice cream machine doesn't work  :'(  DD and I made up a mixture and started the machine but it's not cooking down. Will need to ring the shop tomorrow, so much for my great buy.

mrsb - the chop is in Smith St Collingwood. I've bought plenty of things there before without any trouble a lot of the things are because of broken boxes or have been the demo model and they all come with a 12 month warranty. The ice cream maker was $100 cheaper than in the shops.
What rotten luck Wonder. I've bought stuff from there as well with no problems, it's walking distance from my house which is a bit dangerous. Did they have another one in stock so you can swap?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 25, 2013, 12:25:56 pm
Great shopping Maddy.
Wonder what an awful disappointment.
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Post by: Yvette on October 25, 2013, 08:40:10 pm
Wonder hope you can get another ice cream maker  :)
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Post by: Emme on October 25, 2013, 08:55:36 pm
Some great shopping Maddy  ;D

Wonder, hope you can get a replacement  icecream maker, mine is getting a real workout at the moment.  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on October 25, 2013, 08:58:27 pm
I've tested it again this morning and still not working. They didn't have another one so not sure what will happen now, I hate having to wait for things once I've made up my mind so it will be interesting to see if they give me my money back or it will have to be taken away to be fixed.

Maddie, that shopping is amazing, we've looked at those puddings of Hestons but never bought one. I live the onesie.
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2013, 09:17:08 pm
My DH bought me a chicken.

It dances around to (the  chicken dance music), then you choke it. So Funny
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Post by: Wonder on October 26, 2013, 04:15:58 am
Cute Obbie.

I returned the not working ice cream maker and went to The Good Guys and got a reasonable price on a new one. So far DD has made frozen Piña Colada and we are deciding what next.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 26, 2013, 05:46:08 am
Good news Wonder.
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Post by: jo_nz on October 26, 2013, 07:04:10 am
That's a shame about the first machine Wonder, but glad you are sorted.

I just ordered the new Ladies, A Plate book - Jams and Preserves (this one (http://thenile.co.nz/books/Alexa-Johnston/Ladies-a-Plate/9780143569008/)). 
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Post by: mrsb on October 26, 2013, 07:40:34 am
Thanks for the address Wonder. I'm glad you're sorted now with the new machine.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 26, 2013, 08:25:44 am
Good news you have a new machine Wonder ;D
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Post by: Wonder on October 26, 2013, 09:02:31 am
Mrsb there is also one in huntingdale at 261 Huntingdale road.
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Post by: Katiej on October 26, 2013, 10:04:16 am
I'm glad you finally got to make some ice-cream Wonder.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on October 27, 2013, 11:35:32 am
My girlfriend and I have bought Zoku pops for each others kids for Xmas. We bought the single ones because it's a better deal than buying a triple. You get one tool for each and more sticks. We also ordered the chocolate stations. Should keep the kids busy over the holidays.

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Post by: Jamberie on October 27, 2013, 11:42:10 am
That's a good idea Debbie. You might also find that they freeze more quickly or that you can freeze more in between freezes if that makes sense. With the three pop maker, you can make up to 9 pops before having to put it back in the freezer (so with each single you could make 3 -or maybe more?- pops before putting it in the freezer). I've not had much success with multiple pops (because I usually choose milk based ones), but apparently water/juice ones work well with multiple uses.
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Post by: mrsb on October 27, 2013, 11:42:22 am
Quote from: Debbiebillg on October 27, 2013, 11:35:32 am
My girlfriend and I have bought Zoku pops for each others kids for Xmas. We bought the single ones because it's a better deal than buying a triple. You get one tool for each and more sticks. We also ordered the chocolate stations. Should keep the kids busy over the holidays.


That's a good idea for Christmas Debbiebillg. I wanted to buy some today but I don't have any children!
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Post by: Debbiebillg on October 27, 2013, 11:59:52 am
Quote from: Jamberie on October 27, 2013, 11:42:10 am
That's a good idea Debbie. You might also find that they freeze more quickly or that you can freeze more in between freezes if that makes sense. With the three pop maker, you can make up to 9 pops before having to put it back in the freezer (so with each single you could make 3 -or maybe more?- pops before putting it in the freezer). I've not had much success with multiple pops (because I usually choose milk based ones), but apparently water/juice ones work well with multiple uses.

I hadn't thought of the freezing factor Jamberie, I thought it might be easier to find room in the freezer for little ones and also the kids can each do their own.  Good point though ! I hope they like them. Do you find you use them a lot ? Do you have the chocolate station ? Not sure whether we should have ordered the storage case too ??

I'm sooooo stuck to what to get the kids for Christmas .......... they have too many toys and we're more trying to downsize them than anything ........ and they have well and truly enough of the electronic stuff !! Maybe a jetski lol I'm trying to convince my DH but he doesn't seem to take me on lol.

mrsb .......... go on buy one for yourself ! I'm sure you'll still have fun !
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Post by: Wonder on October 27, 2013, 09:06:00 pm
Will it was my weekend for spending way to much money. Unfortunately the broken ice cream machine was the first thing to stop working over the weekend. Our front loader jammed with a full load of washing inside and as it's around 12 years old we decided it was quicker and better value to purchase a new ne - appliances online to the rescue and a new one will be delivered on Tuesday and they will take the old one away. The pool heater also broke, as did the machine which does the chlorine and the pool shop said we will need a full new one. We are hoping the heater is still under warranty as it was only replaced in August last year at a cost of over $3,000, if not under warranty it will have to wait until next year. Lucky DH just got his new job!
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Post by: Jamberie on October 27, 2013, 09:08:02 pm
Debbie, I havent used mine as much as I had hoped...I think my DD is now at the age (3) where I'll get heaps of use out of it this summer. I do recommend the storage container because then the kiddies can experiment with different designs (have you got the cookbook?) and share them later. Or you couldmake some fancy ones for guests and serve them later etc. The only accessory I don't have is the decorating kit . It was so expensive considering what the tools were (a syringe without the sharp costs 40c from a chemist).
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Post by: Brumington on October 29, 2013, 04:29:31 am
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Love my new 'moonshine' mason jars. Smoothies taste so much nicer when they are in a pretty jar! I have pretty straws on order too.
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Post by: Wonder on October 29, 2013, 04:33:45 am
They look good Brumington.
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Post by: SoBlessed on October 29, 2013, 09:38:08 am
This is what I've been looking for Brumington. Where did you get it from?
Thanks
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Post by: Brumington on October 29, 2013, 10:04:59 am
I got them from this supplier. I found them much cheaper than anywhere else...
http://newgenerationpreservingaustralia.com/contents/en-us/d11_Special_Jars_(Beer_Mugs_ETC).html
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Post by: obbie on October 29, 2013, 10:07:46 am
got ,my acti fryer today,   love it
also my vaccum sealer today, I will use on the weekend.

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Post by: Wonder on October 29, 2013, 10:12:01 am
Lots to play with Obbie, have fun
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Post by: astarra on October 29, 2013, 10:21:51 am
I got my vacuum sealer today too.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 29, 2013, 10:37:45 am
Love the jars. I didn't know you could get them like that.
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Post by: Wonder on October 29, 2013, 07:36:45 pm
Have fun with the vacuum sealer, we've been using ours a lot more recently and it's so much better than just using freezer bags for the freezer. The only problem I have is washing and drying the bags so they can be reused.
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Post by: Yvette on October 29, 2013, 07:43:25 pm
Love the jars Brumington
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 29, 2013, 08:08:09 pm
Quote from: Wonder on October 29, 2013, 07:36:45 pm
Have fun with the vacuum sealer, we've been using ours a lot more recently and it's so much better than just using freezer bags for the freezer. The only problem I have is washing and drying the bags so they can be reused.
I remember when I was a kid, mum used to wash all her plastic bags and hang them on the washing line to dry.  Mind you, they were much stronger and thicker in those days, I think the vacuum sealer ones are also thick enough to do this with.
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Post by: Wonder on October 29, 2013, 08:29:27 pm
I do that some of the time Marina but find it's a real pain and the ones I have at the moment seem to split quite easily. The ones I got with my machine were much thicker.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2013, 12:51:52 am
I remember the plastic bags on the line too.

Wonder if you wrap your food in a normal plastic bag securely and place that in the vacuum seal bag it may help. I know some people do that. We buy ours by the 100 at Master Butchers so don't bother re using them.
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Post by: Nikkit on October 30, 2013, 01:39:53 am
Me too Cookie! My grandma used to only rinse hers out, whereas Mum used to put her in the washing machine. Grandma's all stunk when it came to bagging the fresh beef/mutton when we did a kill on the farm, so Mum always made sure hers went in a separate pile to ours!
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Post by: Wonder on October 30, 2013, 02:42:06 am
Cookie, do you know how much you pay and the size of the bags? I'm looking for a cheaper supplier online but know I'll still feel bad throwing them out after one use.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2013, 05:52:20 am
We pay about $36/100 for A4 and $25.50 for 150mm wide by A4 length.  If we can we cut them in half. Eg for a single chicken breast.
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Post by: stacelee on October 30, 2013, 09:38:15 am
The channel bags that we sell come from http://www.internationalcatering.com.au/product/vacuumcooking-bags/ . If you give them a call they would be able to tell you who would sell them near to you.  They have the recommended retail pricing on their website.  I have a sunbeam vacuum sealer and they work well with it.  They also supply the sous vide suitable bags that can be used at higher temperatures.

I had a bad shopping day today :(.  I've been waiting on a delivery of the vegetarian cookbook.  I got the box home and they have sent me A taste of Asia instead of A taste of Vegetarian.  My son is VERY disappointed as he went vegetarian a few weeks ago and was looking forward to trying out some of the recipes.....hopefully they will be able to fix it but we will still have another wait to get it delivered :(.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2013, 10:14:15 am
Very disappointing for you and your son Stacelee.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 30, 2013, 07:13:23 pm
That's disappointing, Stacelee.  If you want a couple of good recipes to get you started, you could try the Indonesian Chickpea Satay (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=14188.0) and Spanish Bean Stew (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=12391.0).  I make both of these regularly, but there are also heaps of good, tasty alternatives in both the Vegetarian and Vegan threads on this forum.

As usual, Quirky Jo's blog is an excellent source and I have recently started using the Revive Cafe cookbooks a lot - they are based in Auckland NZ and the books are available from their website.

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Post by: JulieO on October 30, 2013, 10:11:02 pm
I have been getting my vacuum bags from here for the past few years.  :)

http://www.thepackagingcentre.com.au/collections/pre-cut-channel-bags
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Post by: Wonder on October 30, 2013, 11:33:57 pm
Thanks for the link JulieO, i was looking at that supplier yesterday and also looking at this one which is significantly cheaper but I'm worried about the quality and when I tried to call them the number rang out.
 
http://www.starmaxonline.com.au/vacuum-food-sealer-bags.html (http://www.starmaxonline.com.au/vacuum-food-sealer-bags.html)
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Post by: JulieO on October 30, 2013, 11:38:44 pm
The ones I get are really strong and can be used in a sous vide which a lot can't (not that that would be an issure with you but they can take higher temps).  :)
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Post by: Wonder on October 31, 2013, 01:13:55 am
Julieo which size do you buy?
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Post by: stacelee on October 31, 2013, 01:42:46 am
Thanks for those links.  I'll get The Brat to have a look at them and give them a whirl.  I'm not sure that I really want him in the kitchen after the mess that he left on Monday (although he did clean it up) :)  Shopping has been much better today....I'm getting a new Vegetarian book shipped and sending them back the Asian one, and an order came in from one of our suppliers with some play things for me...I now have another ice cream tub, steamer liners and ice cube trays with lids so I don't spill the water everywhere on the way to the freezer. 
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Post by: trudy on October 31, 2013, 01:51:54 am
The  2 rehrucken pan's from fishpond a couple of weeks back arrived today.  They were sourced from America and ended up being much cheaper than I could have purchased elsewhere.  Haven't heard of the brand though it's "Fox Run".  Now to make the cake!!
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Post by: JulieO on October 31, 2013, 02:50:39 am
Quote from: Wonder on October 31, 2013, 01:13:55 am
Julieo which size do you buy?

I find these 2 handy for what I need as I still have rolls from when I bought the sealer which are great for bigger things.  :)

http://www.thepackagingcentre.com.au/products/channel-bags-150mm-x-250mm

http://www.thepackagingcentre.com.au/products/channel-bags-200mm-x-300mm
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Post by: Wonder on October 31, 2013, 04:47:00 am
Thanks JulieO, I've just ordered bags and a roll of the bigger size. I'm keen to have smaller ones for homemade pies as I find wrapped in cling film they don't last very well in the freezer.
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Post by: stacelee on October 31, 2013, 08:04:02 am
For anyone who regularly uses the varoma, I received some of these http://www.donaldson.com.au/products.php?action=viewProduct&id=1917 parchment steamer liners today.  They fit perfectly in the bottom tray and two of them fit fairly well in the top tray overlapping a bit with only a small gap in the middle edges.  They already have holes punched in them to allow the steam through.  I currently have pork buns steaming for DD and they are working well.
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Post by: Wonder on November 01, 2013, 04:45:58 am
Staclee, i normally spray the tray with a little oil, do you think it makes a difference using the liners?

Decided after spending all the money on the ice cream maker that I really should buy an ice cream book so decided on "The Perfect Scoop" by David Lebovitz.


http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198 (http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198)
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2013, 04:47:34 am
Just received my Dream pot today, in time for the weekend.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 01, 2013, 08:20:57 am
I love that book Wonder. I've made quite a few icecreams from it or variations of them.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 02, 2013, 08:45:18 am
something different  ;D

the best $30 i have spent. i love it

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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2013, 11:41:14 am
Uni I bought one in Melbourne last year and you are so right. They are excellent.
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Post by: Emme on November 02, 2013, 07:26:00 pm
Just what I need Uni, must go shopping again  :D ;D
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Post by: JulieO on November 02, 2013, 09:35:06 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on November 02, 2013, 08:45:18 am
something different  ;D

the best $30 i have spent. i love it



Aren't they fantastic Fundj.  Best thing I've used for my heels ever!  :D
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Post by: stacelee on November 02, 2013, 10:29:01 pm
The other thing you can try for heels is a pumice stone under the shower.   The last thing I do before I get out is to give my feet a scrub with one when the skin is nice and soft.  It's a habit I formed when I was a kid and we lived where there were black mineral sands. My mother used to check we'd scrubbed our  feet clean before we were allowed to get into bed...the black sand got everywhere.  The only time I've had problems with cracked heels was when I was pregnant and couldn't reach my feet.

Those steamer liners make cleanup quick and easy....my dh cooked gyozas last night and there was no mess...he normally has a little too much faith in the dishwashers ability to clean and I end up rewashing the varoma...no problem when he lines it!

I'm hoping my new ice cream maker and other toys arrive this week.  I ordered them back in August and they finally started shipping parts of the order last week. Yay...citrus peeler, coconut opener and other stuff that I don't remember any more.  I just have to hope that dh is not at work when the order arrives...I sorta forgot :) to mention I placed it.  The kids know tho and can't wait for the citrus peeler.
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Post by: Wonder on November 02, 2013, 11:11:59 pm
That's exciting Staclee, we love our ice cream maker.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 03, 2013, 02:34:05 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 01, 2013, 04:45:58 am
Staclee, i normally spray the tray with a little oil, do you think it makes a difference using the liners?

Decided after spending all the money on the ice cream maker that I really should buy an ice cream book so decided on "The Perfect Scoop" by David Lebovitz.

http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198 (http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198)

That is the best book for ice cream recipes.  David is a wizard when it comes to imagining new recipes and then making them work.
I've been following his blog  HERE (http://www.davidlebovitz.com/) since he started it.  I recommend you read it when you have already had a meal, otherwise, you will find yourself in the kitchen at midnight, trying one of his delicious-sounding recipes.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 03, 2013, 02:55:59 am
Couldn't help myself just bought the ice cream book you have been talking about.
The perfect scoop. :)
And to go with it 2 of the tovolo ice cream tubs.
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Post by: Wonder on November 03, 2013, 04:33:43 am
Jeninwa where did you get the tovolo containers, I would really like another.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on November 03, 2013, 05:54:58 am
I've just been having a look at The Perfect Scoop on Amazon.  If you click on the picture of the book, in the link below you can get a mini preview of the book (some recipes are there too so you can start before you get the book).  Looks a great book ! Am deciding whether I NEED it or not lol.

http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Scoop-Sorbets-Granitas-Accompaniments/dp/1580088082/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
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Post by: cookie1 on November 03, 2013, 06:34:09 am
Jeninwa you will love the book.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 03, 2013, 09:16:58 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 03, 2013, 04:33:43 am
Jeninwa where did you get the tovolo containers, I would really like another.
Your Home Depot $19.95 plus postage
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Post by: jeninwa on November 03, 2013, 09:20:12 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 03, 2013, 06:34:09 am
Jeninwa you will love the book.


Shooooos don't tell my DH I told him he wasn't to spend any more on the yacht this month. Said I would do the same hehehehe :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 03, 2013, 10:25:37 am
I bought 2 more Tovolo ice cream containers and a new DeLonghi Deep Fryer.
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Post by: maddy on November 03, 2013, 09:30:41 pm
I went to a candle party, which is my first time....not sure how I haven't been until now, but went home poorer for the experience  :P

Loved this tea light lantern...the heat from the tea lights spins the doves

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c0d8087366456c86d05179c5a8e04a08.jpg)

And you can change the spiral to snowflakes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0126c6f64564f877972e9e9604f5dc86.jpg)

An electric warmer for scented melts, and this one changes its colours, and no need for a flame...DD wanted one too

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/04308adf07f402c765c77875111eaa3f.jpg)

And a couple of these dessert candles & stands....marshmallow peppermint

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/c30b8f8b4f6866a4ff49082ae8e0edbc.jpg)

And of course some tea lights & melts in different scents....I love my smellies  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 04, 2013, 12:39:38 am
Phew. I am glad I am not into candles.  ;D
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Post by: mab19 on November 04, 2013, 12:59:20 am
I am not into candles either cookie.  Dh hates them with a passion, he doesn't even like the candle on kids cakes.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 04, 2013, 01:16:06 am
Bought this at readings .  Absolutely love it. Expensive at  $60.  Worth every cent.  The recipes suit our garden and climate. 
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Post by: achookwoman on November 04, 2013, 01:18:33 am
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Post by: Wonder on November 04, 2013, 02:42:53 am
I've looked at that book Chookie and it's beautiful, I'm sure you'll get a lot of use from it.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 04, 2013, 04:59:35 am
I love Readings whenever I can get there. I know you can purchase online but I just love looking through books before I buy.
That looks lovely Chookie.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on November 04, 2013, 05:28:33 am
Quote from: andiesenji on November 03, 2013, 02:34:05 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 01, 2013, 04:45:58 am
Staclee, i normally spray the tray with a little oil, do you think it makes a difference using the liners?

Decided after spending all the money on the ice cream maker that I really should buy an ice cream book so decided on "The Perfect Scoop" by David Lebovitz.

http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198 (http://www.bookdepository.com/Perfect-Scoop-David-Lebovitz/9781580082198)

That is the best book for ice cream recipes.  David is a wizard when it comes to imagining new recipes and then making them work.
I've been following his blog  HERE (http://www.davidlebovitz.com/) since he started it.  I recommend you read it when you have already had a meal, otherwise, you will find yourself in the kitchen at midnight, trying one of his delicious-sounding recipes.


andiesenji  I have been looking at that blog and I have got this ice cream churning now. The mixture tastes yum ! Thank you.

http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2007/04/salted-butter-c/
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Post by: Emme on November 06, 2013, 04:45:26 am
Does anyone have one of these tomato presses (http://www.bakeandbrew.com.au/prod96.htm) if so, are you happy with it?
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Post by: Wonder on November 06, 2013, 05:41:19 am
Debbie that recipe sounds great. I had overlooked at it because for some reason I thought it was peanut butter ice cream. I can't wait to get the book.
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Post by: maddy on November 08, 2013, 07:37:55 am
I have decoupaged, folk painted....and now I'm going to make candles  :D
I received some lovely candles for my Birthday, and I recently spent too much on some  :-[.....And I thought why don't I just make my own?!
The retail prices for the good candles are just OTT.....and I can make lots for so much less...who knows, could be a little side line  ;)

So did some research, and am expecting a delivery of wax, wicks, fragrant oils etc. soon  :D
To begin with I'll make candle melts for the burners, and tea cup candles with the odd pieces I have.
There will be "afternoon tea" & "dessert" ones, with these scents to start with:   

Fresh Coffee       
Chocolate Fudge    
French Vanilla    
Sweet Pea
Hot Baked Apple Pie    
Cotton Candy    
Marshmallow    
.....and just so hubby can pretend we have a real christmas tree this year -  Scotch Pine  ;)
   
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2013, 08:02:39 am
You'll have to post your new business in our special thread once you are up and running maddy  ;) 
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 08, 2013, 08:12:16 am
how wonderful maddy, I love candles and definitely agree they are very expensive, good luck :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 08, 2013, 09:05:45 am
I bet your candles will be as good your cupcakes Maddy.Your eye for detail is amazing 8)
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Post by: maddy on November 09, 2013, 01:26:06 am
Aww, thanks CC  :-*

Forgot to mention yesterday, if anyone uses a percolator or plunger...this Gloria Jeans caramel infused coffee (got it in Coles) is just lovely...and the house smells delicious  whilst it brews

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0f6c04bd684db44d4dffabce9dc0dac1.jpg)

I went back and bought 3 more  :P
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Post by: astarra on November 09, 2013, 01:42:47 am
I just brought a Bumbo tray.... :)
Baby A loves her Bumbo!  :D
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Post by: jo_nz on November 09, 2013, 03:07:54 am
Ooo, Astarra, we had a bumbo for DD, and she loved it too.  Was great as we were renovating at the time, but she could sit wherever we were, even if we were having a "picnic dinner" in the middle of the floor.  ;D  Was great for baby led weaning too - tray she could reach easily, not too many gaps for food to fall down, and easy to clean. 

We are looking around for a new fridge/freezer, but not quite sold on any yet. 
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Post by: Wonder on November 09, 2013, 03:09:55 am
I couldn't resist this once I had a look at the recipes included, our three favourites from the restaurant are included.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/2uqy8yru.jpg)
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Post by: Jamberie on November 09, 2013, 03:25:47 am
Yes, we loved the Bumbo too. The tray wasn't the easiest thing to use but the pros certainly outweighed the negatives. ....I was in a baby shop last night and there was a young couple looking at baby chairs. ...I told them to get the Bumbo :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2013, 09:44:04 am
Just ordered some rolls of vacuum sealing bags - used The Packaging Centre (http://www.thepackagingcentre.com.au/) recommended by JulieO, free postage and I thought the prices were good.  200m x 5m rolls (2 for $20) & 280 x 10m rolls $25.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2013, 10:38:56 am
I had to google Bumbo seats.  ???
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Post by: Jamberie on November 09, 2013, 10:47:18 am
That sounds like great value Judy... might have to get a vacuum sealer now. ..

Yes Cookie, I didn't know what they were until three years ago :)
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Post by: obbie on November 09, 2013, 10:59:01 pm
I Google bumbo seats too.
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Post by: Halex on November 10, 2013, 12:08:20 am
And then there was 3 ;D
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Post by: snappy on November 10, 2013, 12:21:03 am
Lucky Hally!  😀😀😀

I would ❤ a second bowl - cant believe you've got three!
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Post by: Halex on November 10, 2013, 01:51:15 am
Quote from: snappy on November 10, 2013, 12:21:03 am
Lucky Hally!  😀😀😀

I would ❤ a second bowl - cant believe you've got three!

I know Snappy, I always do everything to the max, lol.

HHW :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 10, 2013, 03:48:53 am
Too much on buy invite lol. New pjs, shirt for DH. Necklace for MIL and sister.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 10, 2013, 03:51:11 am
I want this! Now to convince DH and find two friends to share postage with lol
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 10, 2013, 03:51:16 am
http://www.climbingframes.com.au/climbing-frames/pathfinder-climbing-frame/
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Post by: Wonder on November 10, 2013, 04:15:01 am
3 bowls Hally - wow.
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Post by: djinni373 on November 10, 2013, 08:48:46 am
My goodness Hally 3 bowls  :o

This is some of what DD and I picked up along the Arcadian Artists Trail yesterday. So much fun  :) :) :)

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Post by: Wonder on November 10, 2013, 09:24:33 am
Djinni great buys, where is the Arcadian trail?
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Post by: gertbysea on November 10, 2013, 09:40:47 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 10, 2013, 09:24:33 am
Djinni great buys, where is the Arcadian trail?


Wonder.....mr google .  ;D ;D
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Post by: djinni373 on November 10, 2013, 09:45:33 am
It's in the north of Sydney Wonder. Beautiful part of Sydney just north of us around Dural and Arcadia

And picked up these for the garden. Not the cockatoo. He was magnificent but a little over budget  ;D

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Post by: judydawn on November 10, 2013, 10:05:08 am
Different Gayle, you'll have to take us there when we have a thermofest in Sydney one year  ;)  Great shopping, who is leading who astray?
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2013, 10:58:06 am
That cockatoo is amazing. I'd love him. I guess I would have to rob a bank though.  :'(
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Post by: achookwoman on November 10, 2013, 08:39:55 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/urasuvet.jpg)

Went shopping with Judy when she was in Melbourne. We went to the Essential Ingredient where we bought many non essential things .  I couldn't resist this book.  The recipes look good and the base for the Danish Pastries is a recipe by Dan Lepard.  I will review it when I have made a couple of recipes.
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Post by: Wonder on November 10, 2013, 08:47:37 pm
Chookie that book looks great. Have you ever been to Books for Cooks when in Melbourne? I went there on Saturday and I'm not really a big cook book fan but I could have purchased up big, never seen a store like it. I was very restrained and just got the Chin Chin book.

Gert, funny I didn't think to Google, my family and friends think I'm a bit strange normally because I'm always googling things.

While these pictures aren't of things I've just purchased when opening my freezer this morning I noticed two shelves I had rearranged on the weekend where all organised and stock with things from this forum - homemade ice cream, tovolo containers, single portions of vacuumed sealed casserole, lock and lock containers of awesome cheese sauce, rhubarb compote from the EDC and some home made frozen strawberry yogurt using up the strawberries that had been soaked in gin!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/de7ama6u.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/e7e8ezu8.jpg)

For those interested the cite creams are Teninas chocolate with added white chocolate chips, peppermint chocolate made with lactose free milk and cream (but not lactose free chocolate) and rum and raisin.
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Post by: judydawn on November 10, 2013, 11:12:51 pm
Nice organised freezer Wonder, if only I could reduce my stocks and have mine looking like that  :-))  I am still poking things wherever I can find a space and if it weren't for the inventory I keep on the door which also tells me which shelf and which position something is, I would never be able to find anything  :-))  I think I am making headway though, albeit it very slowly.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 10, 2013, 11:54:00 pm
Love the tidy freezer  Wonder. Judy I think we must be nuts for filling our freezers all the time. There really is no need for some to have anything but ice and peas. Well I am one of those. We go to the post office to collect mail most days and it is in the shopping centre so why do I have to freeze anything? I can never remember what is in the thing anyway but I ain't making lists. I do make a lot of dog food and freeze in small amounts and then there  are the bargain meat purchases and maybe some leftovers I am sick of and so it goes a never ending filling and trying to empty.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 10, 2013, 11:56:57 pm
Habits are hard to break Gert but I'm working on it  ;)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 11, 2013, 12:01:01 am
Chookie, that book looks wonderful.
Hally, I must admit I had considered getting another, haven't been creative enough lately.
Wonder,I just purchased 3 of those ice cream tubs, thought they would be great especially ar Xmas time. Got them from the Home Depot on special. I would hate anyone to see in my freezer! My family can't keep anything tidy.
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Post by: Halex on November 11, 2013, 12:03:36 am
Yesterday I did have 3 jugs on the go at once ;D
1 bread on first rise
2 pikelets resting for 30 mins
3 pastry & then quiche filling.

Really easy to use 3 ;D ;D
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Post by: Wonder on November 11, 2013, 12:08:44 am
LOl, I purposedly only took the photo of those two shelves as the rest are everything just shoved in!! Now that DH and I are both working full time I'm really trying hard to have the freezer much more organised and stocked. I cleaned out the first 3 shelves on the weekend and will slowly work my way down.

Gert, I try not to put too much in the freezer because it just stays in there and gets lost, but always look out for meat that has been reduced and will do a bigger shop when I go to the market. I find apart from dumplings and ice cream the rest of the family don't take anything from the freezer. I am however being more disciplined with freezing leftovers or part made meals.

Bedlam you will love the Tovolo ice cream containers - even DH said how great they were last night. The icecream seems much easier to scoop and they fit really well in our freezer.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 11, 2013, 12:11:09 am
No need to convince me Hally.
I understand wonder, you just have to be organised working full time not enough hours in the day. If not you resort to junk food...no good.
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Post by: Halex on November 11, 2013, 01:53:07 am
Where can I buy the icecream containers, they look great :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 11, 2013, 02:43:37 am
Home depot Halex :) I'm contemplating some too!
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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2013, 02:46:52 am
http://www.yourhomedepot.com.au/products/tovolo/ice-cream-tub-glide-a-scoop-green-1-4l/ice-cream-scoops-tubs 
Only $18 at the moment, a few different colours.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 11, 2013, 02:58:03 am
I bought mine from Sth Melbourne markets in a little kitchen place and I'm sure it cost about $20-$25. I wouldn't have paid what Home Depot are saying the normal price is $38
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Post by: Halex on November 11, 2013, 03:26:02 am
Thanks JD, How many do i need?

 :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 11, 2013, 03:53:52 am
Hally I ordered only one the first time and as soon as we used it I wanted more. I figure three is enough as we aren't big ice cream eaters and they fit nicely in my freezer. They only hold 1.4 litres but that's a good quantity for us and three flavours at a time also suits us. DS, DD and I all like different flavours and DH will go with whichever he likes the most. The ice cream scoops are also great.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 11, 2013, 04:34:51 am
Hally I saw them at Matchbox on Thursday for 19.99 or there abouts. I bought two from home-depot, thinking one more would be nice.😊😊😊
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Post by: Halex on November 11, 2013, 05:23:43 am
Thanks guys. I have just ordered 4. :)
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Post by: jo_nz on November 11, 2013, 07:20:38 am
I saw them in a NZ online store - a mere $64.45! Will have to go on the long list of things to look for next time I hop over the ditch.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2013, 07:50:48 am
I'm thinking I will have to buy one of these. When our freezer died last year dear DH decided we could manage with a smaller freezer! It is so full it is nearly bursting.  I think I will have to start up our camping freezer.
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Post by: maddy on November 11, 2013, 09:57:22 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f54443251249a67cda169653434f1b11.jpg)

Not for weighing, but for storing my eggs   ;)

And had 2 more fly screens repaired & replaced with new cat wire....with thanks to our ginger boy

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/76bec56ea63d8723f41133d15d5341f1.jpg)

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Post by: judydawn on November 11, 2013, 10:15:37 am
Oops. I've been sprung again  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 11, 2013, 10:43:38 am
That is an OMG pic of  Mr Ginger

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on November 11, 2013, 12:11:15 pm
He's beautiful Maddy.
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Post by: Wonder on November 11, 2013, 07:18:58 pm
So cute Maddy, although I'm sure you don't see it that way when having to replace the fly wire.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 11, 2013, 07:31:20 pm
... and he looks very pleased with himself, too!
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Post by: Emme on November 11, 2013, 07:53:01 pm
That is a great pic Maddy, no wonder the screen wire needed replacing  :D :D
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Post by: maddy on November 11, 2013, 09:11:53 pm
3 screens been replaced, 4 more to go....naughty nacho indeed!
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Post by: Halex on November 11, 2013, 09:28:32 pm
I just love your cat Maddy :)
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Post by: droverjess on November 11, 2013, 09:36:35 pm
Practical country shoes
http://www.hottershoes.com/en/Women/New-This-Season/Shoes/98352_chorus-shoes

I have wrecked a good pair with mud and builders dust. Needed tidy shoes to wear with trousers, but cope with mud on drive etc.
Got these today. Not very fashionable but practical.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 11, 2013, 10:24:56 pm
Aussie work wear for all jobs all weather.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/12/a4e6u2uq.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: obbie on November 11, 2013, 11:00:27 pm
Love your cat Maddy ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: snappy on November 12, 2013, 02:45:56 am
Bought a fairy floss maker 😳😳😧😧. I love using fairy floss as decoration but I have no idea where to put this machine - we are all full up.  But the price was so good and both boys have parties in the next couple of weeks that I just couldn't resist.
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Post by: Wonder on November 12, 2013, 03:05:45 am
I've always thought I would love a fairy floss machine snappy but have always resisted. In reality I can't eat much sweet stuff these days so would have been a waste.
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Post by: obbie on November 12, 2013, 05:53:29 am
I would  love a fairy floss machine. :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 12, 2013, 06:29:02 am
GD tasted fairy floss on a visit to see Santa in the magic cave here in Adelaide when she was 2.5 years old - it had a disastrous affect on her behaviour, when she was returned to her Mum, she started throwing things at her head and went absolutely ballistic.  Fairy floss is a definite no no in that household. 
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2013, 07:39:50 am
DJ I love the shoes. I usually have a similar pair for the winter each year. I bought a similar pair today. I will put a photo up later.
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Post by: JulieO on November 12, 2013, 09:03:56 pm
Bought these just recently, though the dress hangs just below my knees  ;D

(http://www.ezibuy.com.au/productimages/V3/large/1/37910_335498_89793.jpg)

(http://www.ezibuy.com.au/productimages/v3/large/1/37193_329441_87679.jpg)


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Post by: Wonder on November 12, 2013, 09:34:44 pm
Love the dress JulieO. Why are models so long legged??
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Post by: gertbysea on November 12, 2013, 09:36:45 pm
Very nice JulieO.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 12, 2013, 10:06:19 pm
Lovely Julie.  Ah, so all those dresses you see in the windows on models are longer than they look , especially for those that are height challenged like me and a few others.  I just look as I'm walking past and think, no too short for me.
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Post by: Emme on November 12, 2013, 10:07:32 pm
Lovely outfit Julie,   :)

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Post by: mab19 on November 12, 2013, 11:40:58 pm
Nice outfit Julie, sadly I am the wrong shape  :(
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Post by: Wonder on November 13, 2013, 04:57:44 am
Decided to just go for it and bought a second bowl. It has to come from Perth so will take up to a week.
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Post by: Halex on November 13, 2013, 05:02:49 am
Good choice wonder, you wont regret it :)

I have just organised 10 20kg bags iof charcoal. Guess Santa is bringing coal this year :)

HHW :)
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Post by: astarra on November 13, 2013, 06:07:21 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 13, 2013, 04:57:44 am
Decided to just go for it and bought a second bowl. It has to come from Perth so will take up to a week.

Yay, you certainly won't regret it!  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 13, 2013, 08:55:38 am
Lovely clothes JulieO 8)

You are going to love your second bowl Wonder ;) ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 13, 2013, 09:24:27 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 13, 2013, 04:57:44 am
Decided to just go for it and bought a second bowl. It has to come from Perth so will take up to a week.
Well done wonder. Guess what, I'm still trying to convince DH for one too. Waiting patiently for the deal with a demo.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 13, 2013, 11:07:46 am
Love the clothes JulieO.

I succumbed to a couple of Clinique eye shadow chubby sticks today.  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 13, 2013, 11:10:53 am
What are chubby sticks? Do I need some?

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 13, 2013, 11:31:12 am
Yes, go on and spoil yourself Gert.

https://www.google.com.au/search?q=Clinique%20eye%20shadow%20chubby%20sticks&tbm=shop
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Post by: gertbysea on November 13, 2013, 11:36:50 am
OMG  judy if I wanted a blue eye I would punch myself before I paid that much for a chubby stick? When I was a teenager we used crayons! Ok they were a bit  sticky!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 13, 2013, 11:40:40 am
Perhaps you could throw out some hints to the family Gert.   ;)   Grab some crayon and do it again for old time's sake, take a photo and share it with us - would love to see how it looks  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 13, 2013, 12:00:19 pm
Crayons are about as expensive as chubby sticks  judy. I could do red with beetroot! I have some persimmons too.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 13, 2013, 12:16:28 pm
Are they in season Gert, I haven't seen them down here?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 13, 2013, 12:51:31 pm
I got "the hummingbird bakery" book in the mail today. am going to have I start putting books on the coffee table soon. What ever happened to my No More Cookbooks Unless Its a TM Book stance????
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Post by: Wonder on November 13, 2013, 08:02:36 pm
The eye chubby sticks must be all the rage again. I wear a brand of makeup called bare minerals and they have chubby sticks for eyes and lips and I almost succumbed last weekend.
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Post by: JulieO on November 13, 2013, 09:12:34 pm
Quote from: Wonder on November 12, 2013, 09:34:44 pm
Love the dress JulieO. Why are models so long legged??

And long(er) in the torso.  My jacket (size 12) is longer than the model is wearing too, though she is probably wearing a size 8.  :) Very happy with it, is a lovely soft leather. :D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 13, 2013, 09:29:53 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 13, 2013, 12:16:28 pm
Are they in season Gert, I haven't seen them down here?

Not persimmons but pomegranate! Don't  know how that slipped passed. Probably auto correct didn't know the difference. Might make a quinoea and pomegranate  something or other.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2013, 12:10:46 am
Phew, thought I was missing out on my favourite fruit Gert - they have such a limited season and I'd hate to miss out on them.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2013, 06:43:18 am
There is a little kitchen shop in Little Bourke st that I discovered a couple of years ago. While DD had an appointment today I sort of found myself in there. I found things I did not know existed as I hadn't seen them at home. I won't post a photo as my SS may be getting some of it. One for me and one for them sort of shopping.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 14, 2013, 06:51:48 am
That is a bit mean cookie. We wanna see. You are such a tease.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2013, 08:47:52 am
Today I found something I have been looking for, for about 18 months.
            (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/15/qazasapa.jpg)
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Post by: jeninwa on November 15, 2013, 08:49:46 am
You teasing us again cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2013, 08:50:28 am
Would I do that Jeninwa?
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Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2013, 08:51:27 am
From The Essential Ingredient in Prahran cookie?
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Post by: dede on November 15, 2013, 09:11:57 am
I have always wanted a matching toaster and kettle but was waiting for one of them to stop working before I brought new ones.
The other day I was at Harvey Norman and was looking at some kettles and toasters but the price was too high for me, as I was walking out I seen a small poster that had a special bonus if you brought a KMix toaster you got a matching kettle for free. I couldn't go past that :D
The kettle is nice and quiet and the toaster cooks toast to perfection and nice and quick.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/15/da3yzutu.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2013, 09:14:55 am
Good for you Mandi, it would have been hard to walk past that offer.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 15, 2013, 09:23:35 am
Love it Dede. Good win. Is that the colour you bought.? Nice.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 15, 2013, 09:28:46 am
Mr google is on the job quick smart.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/15/5uta9uju.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: dede on November 15, 2013, 09:30:06 am
Yep that's the one, I only had the choice of orange green or blue. So blue it was. :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on November 15, 2013, 09:39:58 am
Dede,I have the same kettle but in my favourite green.  ;D. I love it too
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Post by: Emme on November 15, 2013, 09:50:02 am
I too was not going to buy any more recipe books so don't know how this one found its way home today. I guess it can stay.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/15/vytygyne.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 15, 2013, 09:59:46 am
The book arrived just in time for summer Marie :D  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2013, 10:36:51 am
Yes Judy. Great shop.

Lovely kettle and toaster dede. Marie I have naughty cookbooks that jump into my house too.
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Post by: Katiej on November 15, 2013, 10:49:03 am
Cookbooks always seem to be finding their way to my place too!
Love the blue toaster & kettle Dede.

Excellent Cookie, can't wait to see the bread you make using it.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 15, 2013, 10:49:27 am
I have the same kettle in yellow :) I love all the colors in that range...
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Post by: deedub on November 15, 2013, 11:02:20 am
Great shopping everyone. My Alyce Alexandra cookbook has arrived but I've only had time for a quick look through it. Liking what I see so far, must go to the thread on here and check the reviews.
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Post by: Thermesa on November 15, 2013, 11:39:14 am
Paid $3.99 for mini bundt tins at Aldi. Bought 3 plus two mini loafs. Church fete tomorrow so very pleased to get twice as many cakes out of the batter and also being moulded I don't feel tempted to ice. My cake release worked beautifully, no cracks.

Thanks to my tmx, 10 cakes ready in 3.5 hours.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on November 15, 2013, 11:57:21 am
Wow! That is super productive, thermesa. Do you have double ovens?
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Post by: Thermesa on November 15, 2013, 12:58:00 pm
No, just a standard electric. Two cakes each load for average 30 minutes.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 15, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
Cookie, I didn't even know there was a cook shop on Little Bourke Street!!!  Do you remember the name and address?  Ther's no question about it, I will just have to go and investigate it.

Thanks
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Post by: Emme on November 15, 2013, 08:07:07 pm
The bread bannetons are also available from here (http://www.basicingredients.com.au/index.php/accessories-tools/proofing-baskets.html)   They are quite expensive though.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 15, 2013, 08:22:35 pm
Also on Amazon quite a bit cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dgarden&field-keywords=Rattan+proofing+baskets

We should do something about all these cookbooks running around sneaking into people's houses! I'm gunna call the kitchen police. I have had enough ;D

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on November 15, 2013, 08:54:39 pm
 :D
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Post by: achookwoman on November 15, 2013, 08:55:30 pm
I think the kitchen shop is up near Swanson St.  
Nice shopping girls.  
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Post by: obbie on November 15, 2013, 09:13:41 pm
 :) :) i suppose lots will jump into the kitchens over the next few weeks...
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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2013, 09:35:17 pm
Marina the kitchen shop is called "Let's Cook and...." I think. It is 265 Little Bourke St. One shop from the entrance to the Swanston Hotel. This is how I accidently found it a couple of years ago.

Thanks for the links to the banettons ladies. I think I may get another one. Round this time.
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Post by: Wonder on November 15, 2013, 09:46:49 pm
Cookie, is that the one near the back entrance of Myers and David Jones? They used to stock Teninas books there.
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Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2013, 11:01:30 pm
I tried to order from your link Gert but it tells me they don't ship to my destination - buggar!
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Post by: Katiej on November 15, 2013, 11:15:01 pm
I saw Judy's post about trying to order something - before I'd even read what it was, I was ready to buy one too!!

I've seen them on Ebay as well.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 15, 2013, 11:38:46 pm
Quote from: judydawn on November 15, 2013, 11:01:30 pm
I tried to order from your link Gert but it tells me they don't ship to my destination - buggar!

That is just the problem with some shops on Amazon .

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 16, 2013, 06:58:37 am
Yes it is Wonder.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 16, 2013, 07:08:42 am
I treated myself today to a new dinner set. Maxwell & Williams classic.  Wanted a fine china white one forvever nd my avourite kitchen shop had them reduced. Couldnt go past.
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Post by: stacelee on November 16, 2013, 10:09:50 am
The loyal proofing baskets (rattan and plastic) are distributed by Mcewen-taylor here in Australia.  They bring in a range of sizes.  If you want to have a look at their catalog it is http://www.mcewen-taylor.com/Catalogue2013.pdf .  They have a contact link on their website that you can fill in and they will tell you who your closest distributor is.  I have one of the round plastic baskets and one of the long narrow ones and they are very good.  If you want a "cheaper" way of using a basket....I have a "bread" basket like you sometimes get bread rolls or fish and chips served in...I use it when I want a rectangular loaf...I either spray it with oil and then flour it or put a really well floured teatowel inside it.  You can normally pick them up for about 3 or 4 dollars.
(http://www.tomkin.com.au/Content/Images/ProductImage/Thumbnails250X250/04076_A_LR.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 16, 2013, 03:02:16 pm
I succumbed tonight and bought a KA in expresso colour (chocolate) on TVSN. They had a "free" icecream attachment until sold out. I also bought a pasta cutting attachment and a slicing and grating attachment. My Chrissy pressie to myself. I now need to get one of my kids to sell the icecream maker and the Atlas pasta machine. (I suppose I could store them should one of the kids decides they will make use of them  ??? this could be never, but I would kick myself if they did)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 16, 2013, 05:02:19 pm
A very nice Christmas present to yourself CP ;) :D Enjoy using it :)
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Post by: Emme on November 16, 2013, 07:35:34 pm
That is a great Christmas present CP.   I am sure it will get a lot of use.  Enjoy  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on November 16, 2013, 08:28:47 pm
Very nice Christmas present CP, I was channel surfing last night and saw that deal.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 16, 2013, 09:21:37 pm
Could you use a plastic ricotta basket for proofing.

CP good buy.

CP Never store stuff in case of!  Never works. If they do want it it will not be that model or colour. they want the latest and bestest and they want you to buy it for them! If the kids want an Atlas they will want the electric model. LO!

I want cheap cream too.

I tuned TVSN out of the television. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 16, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
CP what a lovely gift to yourself. You deserve it. Now you can make lovely food for the lovely plate.
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Post by: Yvette on November 16, 2013, 09:35:12 pm
CP very nice buys  :)

I bought the tefal pressure cooker, some sketchers walking shoes and a new top. Will be cooking a few things today in the PC hopefully they will be good.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 16, 2013, 11:02:20 pm
The plastic round ricotta basket is fine ,  just line it with a well floured Chux. 
CP, lovely.  Inspired to spoil myself , again.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 16, 2013, 11:50:16 pm
Thanks chookie. Just what is the point of these baskets in proofing?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 17, 2013, 12:42:53 am
As far as I know Gert is that it makes it pretty.  :-\ a high price to pay for being pretty I know.
I have been making my own ricotta. I will buy some so that I can use it for proving dough.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 17, 2013, 01:04:11 am
I'll make a quick loaf and see what it looks like.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 17, 2013, 01:11:35 am
I used to buy myself a dress every Christmas for the day itself, don't know why I stopped that - I guess dresses went out of fashion there for a while but they are certainly back in now. 

CP I love your gift to yourself, you deserve it so enjoy it.  I give the kids one choice if I'm throwing things out, do you want it or not -if not then it goes to someone else.  I find kids of today rarely want what you have though, they have their own ideas and more importantly, generally more money than us anyway. When I say kids, of course mine are in their early to late 40's so not technically kids anymore.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 17, 2013, 04:24:01 am
Nope chookie. We have to spend  the money for the real thing! LOL!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/17/dema9ade.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: trudy on November 17, 2013, 04:58:45 am
Nice bread Gert.  When I did a bread making class a few years back we placed the dough into the rattan baskets to prove.  We were told besides the shape they gave it also helped dry it out more which gave a better crust.  The ones she had for sale that day were like the one you brought Chookie and surprised me that the dough did keep it's shape while baking.  Could kick myself now that I didn't buy some on the day as they were much cheaper.  Did yours include the fabric cover Chookie?  If so you never wash it, just keep sprinkling with flour.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on November 17, 2013, 05:47:39 am
CP, do share your review of the ice cream attachment. I've seen it on eBay for about $130. Not sure of that's better than a purpose-built maker. Or if I need one at all. Have yet to make any icecream in the TM. Need to find some time.
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Post by: mrsb on November 17, 2013, 06:03:04 am
I just bought this... can't wait to get it!

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Excalibur-5-Tray-Non-Timer-3500B-New-/00/s/NjAwWDYwMA==/z/pwwAAOxyTkJSMrcb/$(KGrHqZ,!nYFIu3D-pPJBSMrc,zHT!~~60_35.JPG)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 17, 2013, 08:46:24 am
It looks exciting mrsb.

Mine didnt come with a cover Trudy. Just instructions of how to use it. Before you use it you spray it with cooking oil and lightly dust with flour. Then shake out all the excess flour. Before you use it you may need to do the same again. It is to be brushed with a dry brush every 3-4 weeks and may be washed but must be completely dried in an oven. They should never be stacked as they will retain moisture. I hope to use it tomorrow.
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Post by: obbie on November 17, 2013, 09:07:55 am
Mrs B , looks good
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Post by: trudy on November 17, 2013, 09:16:33 am
Goodluck Cookie, can't wait to see how your bread turns out.
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Post by: Halex on November 17, 2013, 10:47:19 am
I am not sure I am getting the baskets for bread ??? Must be missing something. I like to shape my bread in different styles from time to time :)

My 200kg of charcoal arrived :)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 17, 2013, 10:54:11 am
200 kilograms of charcoal?  440 pounds of charcoal? Did I miss something?

Gert
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Post by: Halex on November 17, 2013, 10:57:51 am
Santas stock ;D ;D

No its for my tandor oven, also have the pizza kit on order :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 17, 2013, 10:59:26 am
Worm farm
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Post by: gertbysea on November 17, 2013, 11:00:58 am
That is a lot of charcoal  Hally. Where are you putting it.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 17, 2013, 11:01:57 am
Hally are you selling some on the side for the parents of naughty children?  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on November 17, 2013, 11:07:19 am
3rd garage :)

No I think its all for cp :( :o
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 17, 2013, 11:46:37 am
The icecream attachment was "free" as a special offer and normally retails for $200. I think it would be a good idea to try it before I give away my Cuisanart to one of the kids. Specially as it was a Christmas present last year.  I'm looking forward to trying the pasta attachment cos doing it manually by yourself is hard going. There was also a Bose special which was very tempting. There was nothing else to watch on tv last night as you probably can tell  :D
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Post by: Debbiebillg on November 17, 2013, 11:49:14 am
CP, my DS9 and I watched that last night too for the same reason. Didn't buy one though, but it was a good offer. DS said I should buy one though.
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Post by: dede on November 17, 2013, 12:03:58 pm
A couple weekends ago my washing machine of 16 years decided to die. I decided that I wasn't going to waste money getting it fixed again so off I went washing machine shopping, come home with a 10kg samsung front loader which come with 2 years worth of washing powder (doubt it will last me 2 years with 7 people in the house)
So far I'm very impressed with the way it washes, I have never seen DHs work clothes so clean and I have never had a front loader before.
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Post by: andiesenji on November 17, 2013, 06:38:44 pm
Quote from: dede on November 17, 2013, 12:03:58 pm
A couple weekends ago my washing machine of 16 years decided to die. I decided that I wasn't going to waste money getting it fixed again so off I went washing machine shopping, come home with a 10kg samsung front loader which come with 2 years worth of washing powder (doubt it will last me 2 years with 7 people in the house)
So far I'm very impressed with the way it washes, I have never seen DHs work clothes so clean and I have never had a front loader before.

I got the high capacity LG front loader 4 years ago and it has been a marvel. It has the "steam-clean" function too, which is great for heavy, thick items that don't always get fully washed in one cycle. (The dog bed and rugs.)
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Post by: fundj&e on November 17, 2013, 07:16:56 pm
DH surprised me with a family pie maker last friday  ;D

now i have the 1, 2, 4, 8  pie maker
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Post by: dede on November 17, 2013, 07:17:05 pm
I didn't realize how badly my top loader washed until I got the front loader. DHs work clothes have never looked so clean before. And socks are whiter. I'm so glad I went with a front loader, and it uses a lot less washing powder per wash which will save money as well.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 17, 2013, 07:22:17 pm
I've always been a top loader person for the sheer convenience of being able to add things during the cycle and also not having the hassle of bending /kneeling to load and unload.

I've had our current top loader for about 20 years now and it is just starting to play up on me - had to put a new pump in it last week.  My conscience says I should go for the front loader when this machine gives up on me, but I am very reluctant.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 17, 2013, 07:24:25 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on November 17, 2013, 07:16:56 pm
DH surprised me with a family pie maker last friday  ;D

now i have the 1, 2, 4, 8  pie maker
Which one do you use the most Uni?
The pie looks delicious ;)
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Post by: fundj&e on November 17, 2013, 07:31:32 pm
i think i will be using the family one the most, much easier and i know frank will think its more like dinnner rather than a snack  :-))

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Post by: dede on November 17, 2013, 07:49:52 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 17, 2013, 07:22:17 pm
I've always been a top loader person for the sheer convenience of being able to add things during the cycle and also not having the hassle of bending /kneeling to load and unload.

I've had our current top loader for about 20 years now and it is just starting to play up on me - had to put a new pump in it last week.  My conscience says I should go for the front loader when this machine gives up on me, but I am very reluctant.

I was the same Cuilidh, but you can get stands for top loaders to bring them up higher (I haven't got one but will get one)
They do take longer to wash and yes you can't add that sock you just found once you started the machine already. I'm still converted :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 17, 2013, 08:01:13 pm
I've had front loaders for over 18 years and have just bought a new Samsung. I haven't noticed much of a difference in wash quality but it has of lot more cycle choices than my last one and you can choose quick washes in 15 min increments if you just want to wash a few things which I'm loving for all the cleaning clothes which I've always hated washing with our clothes but couldn't bring myself to use a whole cycle just for them. I got the Samsung for a great price delivered, installed and removal of my old broken machine for cheaper than The Good a Guys wanted just for the washer.
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Post by: dede on November 17, 2013, 08:42:56 pm
Wonder it sounds like your samsung is similar to mine. I have used the quick wash a couple times but I use daily wash for most other washes.
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Post by: Yvette on November 17, 2013, 10:05:30 pm
I also have the Samsung front loader 10Kg, I was always a top loader user but I do love the front loader. I also use the daily wash for most of my washes. Wonder I have used the 15 min quick wash but find they are still quite wet. Do you spin them after that or just hang them out?
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Post by: Halex on November 17, 2013, 10:07:18 pm
I have always had front loaders, they are much more gentle on clothes :) i had never seen a top loader until I came to Aus.
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Post by: astarra on November 17, 2013, 10:13:52 pm
This talk of front loader vs top loader interests me greatly.  :)
ATM I have a top loader, and used to love it but lately it has not been washing things as clean, and I have only heard mixed reviews on front loaders (hated them with a passion til a SIL got one about 3 months ago, and hers is good, but 2 other SILs have them and their clothes [especially whites] never looked clean.  ??? )
So am trying to decide which way to jump when I get to replacing it  ???  :)
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Post by: obbie on November 17, 2013, 10:20:11 pm
I have a speed queen top loader, love it
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Post by: Wonder on November 17, 2013, 10:24:28 pm
I have found with the quick wash that I need to spin the items before hanging or if I'm hanging them outside (melbourne weather has been bad and our line is totally in the shade so tend to dry over our heater), I'll just leave them wetter - it does depend what I've quick washed. I use the daily wash for most washes but also use the dark wash and cotton depending on what I'm washing and how big the load is. All cycles on my old washing machine were over 2hrs long so it's great having more flexibility with the timing.
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Post by: dede on November 17, 2013, 10:39:35 pm
I have also found the clothes to be dryer than from my top loader. The new front loader spins 1400 turns per minute (depending what cycle I use) but I can adjust the spin speed to what ever suits.
The biggest issue I have with mine is I wish the door opened the other way as mine is located in a corner of the laundry and the door opens the wrong way to make access easy. But a stand would make it easier.
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Post by: Yvette on November 17, 2013, 11:37:37 pm
Thanks Wonder  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2013, 01:24:28 am
I've had a front loader before, but changed back to a top loader. I reckon i can load abit more into it, and it's good to be able to just open the lid and add something you've forgotten.  In the front loader, it locks and so you can't do that.
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Post by: Halex on November 18, 2013, 01:38:17 am
My front loader has a slight delay so you can add things if you have missed them.

Top loaders would hold more, but i think they tangle  the clothes. I have been told that clothes last longer washed in a front loader.
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Post by: Bootobethin on November 18, 2013, 01:43:57 am
I chose a front loader for several reasons.
They use less water than top loaders. They are much gentler on the clothes and clothes don't get tangled. They need less detergent and I don't use fabric softener. Also these days there is much more choice in load type. Mine does a "hand wash"
which is very useful and works for very delicate items. You can choose temperature on most cycles and range is cold to 95 degrees which I only use for cleaning the machine. I can open the door during most cycles so easy if I forget something.
I am a high achiever in the laundry and I can wash almost any thing in my front loading machine!
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Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2013, 01:56:49 am
forgot my new Samsung has a handwash cycle and it's great. We have a very small laundry and there is a bench over the machine so it would be impossible for me to change to a top loader. I've never found it doesn't fit enough but we are only a family of four and I seperate colours.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 18, 2013, 02:34:27 am
I am currently investigating washing machines. Just the two of us and I love my top loader. Saw a larger one without an agitator. Interesting. It has been years and years since I have looked. I do not want any electronic stuff just a dial as I know critters like geckos love to chew up the mother boards and cause trauma to the entire family when the washing machine dies not to mention the geckos.

Having said that I am opened minded to having a new gadget to play with and will explore every option. I never use hot water and don't even have it connected to my washing machine. I never separate whites and coloureds. I thought it was illegal anyway. If I bought a front loader I would then have to have a laundry basket which is another bit of stress as I have never owned one and wouldn't have a clue what to buy as there are sooooooo many options.

I thought all washing machines you could just shorten the cycle by turning the dial further around to start them. That is how stupid I am. I guess you could not do that with electronic controls so a short cycle would be handy with that machine. If you use the delicate cycle it is short and sweet but does not spin as long and hard. But I conquer the beast by putting the good old spin on again.

Life is too short to worry about the washing. When the machine is full I turn it on. When it is done I toss everything in the dryer.  I don't want to spend precious hours hanging washing . Not at all PC but I don't care so I won't complain about the cost of the electricity  . Worth every penny and saves ironing not that I ever do that anyway.

Here is a tip have mentioned before. 12 years ago I bought a five litre container of  fabric softener. I pour a small amount on a washcloth and toss it Into the dryer with the clothes. It keeps the towels soft and  stops clinging. I use the same wash cloth over and over maybe 5 times before adding another wee bit of fabric softener to it.  I still have 1.5 litres after all this time.

I will watch this thread with interest to see if I really really want a new washing machine. It interests me how people wash and how passionate you are about your machines. I am not in love with mine but it has been a dear friend.

Gert
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 18, 2013, 02:40:25 am
I have a Samsung top loader with no agitator. I love it. With a family I need it to hold a lot of clothes.

Interesting tip Gert. I wash in cold. Everything goes in together and I don't use fabric softener.
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Post by: obbie on November 18, 2013, 03:56:19 am
DH just bought me the cookbook for my dream pot :)
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Post by: astarra on November 18, 2013, 04:11:25 am
Quote from: obbie on November 18, 2013, 03:56:19 am
DH just bought me the cookbook for my dream pot :)

Does he know, Robyn...?  ;)

I brought my DH a coffee table on Saturday for his birthday today!  :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 18, 2013, 04:42:03 am
we just bought the miele front loader and dryer and I love them,  the dryer has six star energy rating and  I don't use a clothes line or an iron so it was a little more expensive than your average dryer but it is brilliant.
my washing machine like hallys can be opened to chuck something in if I've forgot but generally it just waits until the next load I too was originally a top loader fan but very happy with mine :D:D
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Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2013, 05:18:59 am
Gert I'm not at all precious with my washing but have had too many colour runs (even only using cold water) to not separate the colors. I never hand wash, and will put silk or other delicate items in the washing machine in a hosiery bag. I hang on the line if I can, or put over a clothes horse because our central heating is on every day and that dries faster than the dryer. I flatten clothes when folding and iron only a couple of things a week, I figure the creases come out of most things if you flatten or while wearing. I've  never used fabric softener and don't really understand why people bother with it. I find the amount of trouble some people go to with their washing and drying very interesting, particularly friends that color code pegs to clothes!
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 18, 2013, 05:49:41 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 18, 2013, 05:18:59 am
I find the amount of trouble some people go to with their washing and drying very interesting, particularly friends that color code pegs to clothes!
... I had a cousin like that!

I can't remember the last time I ironed anything.  If you give things a good shake before hanging them out then are careful once you take them off the line and hang or fold them as soon as you can they generally look pretty good.  My mum used to iron underwear!
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Post by: dede on November 18, 2013, 06:02:47 am
Oh god I gave up ironing when I had my third child. I'm so happy with my new work uniform shirts that don't need ironing :D
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Post by: obbie on November 18, 2013, 06:10:27 am
Astarra, yes I ordered the book, he picked it up for me.. ;)
some good recipes to try, then convert my own.
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Post by: astarra on November 18, 2013, 06:28:19 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 18, 2013, 05:18:59 am
Gert I'm not at all precious with my washing but have had too many colour runs (even only using cold water) to not separate the colors. I never hand wash, and will put silk or other delicate items in the washing machine in a hosiery bag. I hang on the line if I can, or put over a clothes horse because our central heating is on every day and that dries faster than the dryer. I flatten clothes when folding and iron only a couple of things a week, I figure the creases come out of most things if you flatten or while wearing. I've  never used fabric softener and don't really understand why people bother with it. I find the amount of trouble some people go to with their washing and drying very interesting, particularly friends that color code pegs to clothes!

 :-[ I color code pegs.  :-[ but not to clothes, all shirts have one color, all underwear another etc.  :-[
I do sort my washing, but heck...I have that much of it I have to do 2-3 loads a day anyway so it is not hard to do a darks, a lights and a towels  :)
I don't use fabric softener since I started using Enjo to clean as it wreaks havoc on the fibers.
I don't iron - but a friend picks up my ironing each week and brings it back done  :D (spoilt as, I know)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 18, 2013, 06:50:01 am
Yes wonder it is fascinating how people go about normal chores.

I have nothing folded except underwear. Everything is on hangers. I use the washer/comfort trick because so many of my clothes areTs with funny fibres and crinkle. Works a treat. DH does not wear T shirts which I might fold.

I don't own any pegs Astarra. But I might colour code for fun If I had absolutely nothing else to do and was bored  :D

Itsnotartitsdinner that is the machine I am looking at maybe.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 18, 2013, 07:26:27 am
I hate grey whites so generally sort lights from darks. I alway fill the fabric softener  compartment with white vinegar, gets the soap residue out. I hate really smelly products. I have the smsung 10 kg front loader. I like to hang in the sun during summer but not precious about it and love my dryer.
I like the tip to put a little softener on a  cloth in the dryer to stop static.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2013, 08:11:25 am
I tend to throw in the clothes, , with the detergent and then hang them on the line. I do iron. DH's good shirts ( very few ) and DD's work blouses. Also my T towels as I love an ironed T towel and pillow slips for the same reason.

I inherited Mum's dryer and have had it for 9 years and I think I have used it once.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: consumerate on November 18, 2013, 03:07:20 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 17, 2013, 07:22:17 pm
I've always been a top loader person for the sheer convenience of being able to add things during the cycle and also not having the hassle of bending /kneeling to load and unload.

I have an asko front loader (7kg I think) and you can add items anytime during the wash cycle. Just push a button and wait for up to about 10 seconds (depending where the machine is up to in its cycle) and the door will pop open when it is ready. Very useful for stray socks.

Also have the asko heat pump condenser dryer which I think I have mentioned before. Can't speak highly enough of the dryer. 6 star energy rating and unbelievably efficient at getting sheets and towels dry. Emits absolutely no condensation and very little heat.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 18, 2013, 09:59:40 pm
Quote from: *suzanne* on November 18, 2013, 04:42:03 am
we just bought the miele front loader and dryer and I love them,  the dryer has six star energy rating and  I don't use a clothes line or an iron so it was a little more expensive than your average dryer but it is brilliant.
my washing machine like hallys can be opened to chuck something in if I've forgot but generally it just waits until the next load I too was originally a top loader fan but very happy with mine :D:D

Please could you pm the model of your dryer. Ours is very old & on the way out & we love miele. Thx. H :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2013, 10:01:32 pm
Astarra I would love a friend like that  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on November 18, 2013, 11:04:51 pm
I've been thinking seriously about replacing my washing machine for awhile, I was thinking if getting an LG, but after reading all your posts I'm not sure now.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2013, 11:38:18 pm
Jen have a look at Appliancesonline online . com.au  I recently bought some dryer from them and it was delivered the next day. I saved about $300 I reckon.  Hardly Normal charge $70 for delivery and these guys don't charge. There's lots of customer testimonials about each of the products.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on November 18, 2013, 11:40:13 pm
I have an LG front loader which I love.  My kids and husband managed to murder two Bosch machines so I decided to go a different way this time.  The LG has a direct drive motor which means there are no "bands" or whatever they are called to break.  It also has a 30min quick cycle which I use all the time because I use soap nuts not detergent so I don't need the longer cycles.  It seems to do a really good job of getting stuff clean and the soap nuts help to reduce those lovely "maccas" fried food smells from the kids work uniforms.
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Post by: jo_nz on November 19, 2013, 12:02:17 am
Gert, I love the fabric softener tip.  I use a tiny bit now and then in the appropriate compartment of my machine, but that sounds a better way to go. 
My sister has a large top loader without the agitator, and find it much gentler on the clothes than her previous machine, so that could be an option for those who don't want front loaders.  Front loader works for us - we have the drier mounted above it. 

We only recently bought our washing machine - a fairly basic Haier machine, after having a very expensive Ariston one before.  Seems just as good to me.  Our previous one only lasted about 5-6yrs, which is "reasonable" but for the price didn't seem worth going for the expensive one again.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 19, 2013, 01:41:44 am
Jo we had an ariston a long time ago and weren't very happy with it.

I would also suggest looking at appliancesonline.com.au, we have bought a few things from there and have found the service and price is fantastic. Free delivery to our area and they install the new machine and take away the old one for free if that's what you would like them to do. I ordered our new one on Sunday afternoon when our old one broke down and the new one was delivered and installed on Tuesday morning all for slightly cheaper than our local Good Guys wanted for the machine alone. The installer even came and got me and suggested I clean where the machine was going between taking out the old and installing the new one, and then waited while I went and sorted it out.
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Post by: Nikkit on November 19, 2013, 03:00:54 am
Bedlam, good tip there for the vinegar in the softener thingy in the washing machine. I have been doing that this morning and the clothes are just lovely and soft. And don't smell like vinegar. :) (I was a bit worried to start with so put hubby's work clothes in with it first - figured if he smells like fish and chips with vinegar - he'll be at work and it won't bother me!)
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Post by: Wonder on November 19, 2013, 03:03:19 am
Yeah DD has texted me to let me know my second bowl has arrived.
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Post by: judydawn on November 19, 2013, 03:38:42 am
My friend's husband was a washing machine repairman and he said fabric softener just clogs up the working parts of the machine, the repairmen love it as it means more work for them ;D  The old vinegar tip was given to me by an Enjo rep many years ago and I've been using it ever since.  I pour half a 2 litre bottle into another container and top both containers up with water- 4 litres for the price of 2 (I only use home brand for the washing machine).  My Hoover heavy duty machine is still going after 20 years.  I also use it in the dishwasher instead of Finish.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 19, 2013, 04:17:12 am
I use vinegar in the dish washer too
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 19, 2013, 04:58:52 am
Just purchased delicious Love to Cook from K-mart $25, Myer had it for $39.99

HHW :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 19, 2013, 05:19:32 am
I have replaced all the ariston  Appliances bar the hob  and I would get rid of that if I could. Utter crap in my opinion.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on November 19, 2013, 05:27:24 am
I have a Maytag washing machine which I have had for years and it seem to do a good job.  I always sort my washing into whites, colours and darks and prefer to use white vinegar instead of softener.   I haven't owned a dryer in years and either hang the washing on the line in good weather or on the clothes horse in the wet weather.  There are a few things I will iron but not many.  When the children were very small my mum would come and do the ironing and she loved to iron everything including the corners of towels and nappies. :-))
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 19, 2013, 06:15:02 am
Quote from: Halex on November 18, 2013, 09:59:40 pm
Quote from: *suzanne* on November 18, 2013, 04:42:03 am
we just bought the miele front loader and dryer and I love them,  the dryer has six star energy rating and  I don't use a clothes line or an iron so it was a little more expensive than your average dryer but it is brilliant.
my washing machine like hallys can be opened to chuck something in if I've forgot but generally it just waits until the next load I too was originally a top loader fan but very happy with mine :D:D

Please could you pm the model of your dryer. Ours is very old & on the way out & we love miele. Thx. H :)
hally I just bought the miele 6 star condenser dryer it is wonderful and can be plumbed so you don't have to empty the water not that it's much of a hassle but no more laundry that fills up with steam :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 19, 2013, 06:18:11 am
Thank you. Will look for it.

My pizza kit for my tandor oven has just arrived. excitement plus ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on November 19, 2013, 06:24:05 am
I don't use fabric softener, for the reasons Judy mentioned.
I have a Bosch front loader, and very happy with it.  Bought this one at the time for its energy rating & water consumption.

Shopping......

Picked up my ring from being resized, and the devil made me buy this on the way out

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1f83b24a8e7a3b6cd00d67cbd306e500.jpg)

Just the cake slicer, as I have the knife
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9975c28e5cb66376edc2bf0f8d68bdb2.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1776d352d9c60d8ed8b7894049185ae4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3f744f94d7236b5e91ccd4061cd26ac4.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a9a6826c0f17c8a20ad345b29b9aeebf.jpg)

There's other bits but I've forgotton  :P

.....and I didn't buy these, but I did giggle when I spotted them

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fde75b93e97870f5d32eb10f0e1fdc5f.jpg)

Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 19, 2013, 06:25:44 am
today Lily and I bought some more Christmas lights and a hair braider, the teachers gifts x 6 and the boys presents from Lily.
yesterday online I bought my parents the in laws and my eldest sisters Christmas presents.  my delivery driver is going to be very busy over the next few weeks ::) last thing to do is get dd21 her gift from ikea I hope I can do it online and get it delivered too
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 19, 2013, 07:03:29 am
Great shopping girls, don't you love those delivery trucks pulling up in front of your place.  ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on November 19, 2013, 07:26:05 am
only if they arrive between 9 and 2.30 Judy otherwise the kids and dh get all what have you been buying now?  ::)
but yes I love it :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Chocolatte on November 19, 2013, 08:55:03 am
The aust post delivery driver told me that they will be delivering on Sundays from now until Christmas. Makes it harder to hide all those things I just need to have. Oh well, I have run out of cupboard space anyway.

Today I bought the new Donna Hay cookbook for 40 per cent off at Myer. DH can give it to me for Christmas. :)
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Post by: Halex on November 19, 2013, 08:57:36 am
Quote from: Chocolatte on November 19, 2013, 08:55:03 am
The aust post delivery driver told me that they will be delivering on Sundays from now until Christmas. Makes it harder to hide all those things I just need to have. Oh well, I have run out of cupboard space anyway.

Today I bought the new Donna Hay cookbook for 40 per cent off at Myer. DH can give it to me for Christmas. :)

I went to my Myer today no discount >:(

I saw the book, it looks lovely :)
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Post by: Chocolatte on November 19, 2013, 09:05:26 am
Quote from: Halex on November 19, 2013, 08:57:36 am
Quote from: Chocolatte on November 19, 2013, 08:55:03 am
The aust post delivery driver told me that they will be delivering on Sundays from now until Christmas. Makes it harder to hide all those things I just need to have. Oh well, I have run out of cupboard space anyway.

Today I bought the new Donna Hay cookbook for 40 per cent off at Myer. DH can give it to me for Christmas. :)

I went to my Myer today no discount >:(

I saw the book, it looks lovely :)


The discount was advertised for Myer one members.   ??? ???My mother was disappointed that she don't know about it.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on November 19, 2013, 09:57:20 am
My mum and I just got back from the Myer sale...   I didn't let myself look at the books or kitchenware :o
I bought toys (20% off) for the neices and nephews and a game for DD. Mum bought some make up (10%off) and a shirt (25% off) for my Dad.... it was very quiet in there.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 19, 2013, 10:30:12 am
My DD received a 20% off for my in the mail yesterday to be presented between the 1st-14th of Nov!!
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Post by: Wonder on November 19, 2013, 10:35:10 am
My tandoor pizza kit and new TMX bowl arrived but won't be using either for at least the week because we have too much on.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on November 19, 2013, 10:36:29 am
Quote from: Bedlam on November 19, 2013, 10:30:12 am
My DD received a 20% off for my in the mail yesterday to be presented between the 1st-14th of Nov!!

Surely they have to honour that and give you a little more time if she only just received it and it was already out of date Bedlam?
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Post by: fundj&e on November 19, 2013, 11:12:50 am
Frankie's new toy, taking this one to Bali
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Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2013, 11:23:09 am
Lovely shopping everyone.

I have a Bosch front loader and am very happy with it. Our LG died just before it was out of warranty. Was fixed for free and then died again. DH repaired it that time and it is in the shed ready for DD.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 19, 2013, 11:27:38 am
Nope they don't judy. I complain all the time to Myer as the invite always arrive the day after up here.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on November 19, 2013, 08:58:09 pm
My ice cream tubs arrived yesterday too :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 19, 2013, 09:57:26 pm
You'll love them Hally. The kids are out of ice cream today and I tried to convince them to have something different but no chance, peppermint choc chip for one and chocolate with white chocolate chips for the other. I guess they will get sick of the same flavours as some point.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 20, 2013, 10:39:31 am
Love these  from POK. Should I?

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/u8upyhuv.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 20, 2013, 11:05:14 am
Um...yes! Hope that helps
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Post by: gertbysea on November 20, 2013, 11:08:24 am
Thank you CP. Very helpful.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on November 20, 2013, 11:13:27 am
Was just looking at my newsletter Gert, had a laugh when I saw them.  Be a devil, buy yourself a set.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2013, 11:35:43 am
I just read my POK newsletter too.
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Post by: obbie on November 20, 2013, 10:45:36 pm
yes buy them Gert
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Post by: jeninwa on November 20, 2013, 10:55:53 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 20, 2013, 11:35:43 am
I just read my POK newsletter too.

I feel like I'm missing out here lol 😥
Maybe I should subscribe so I get the POK newsletter too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on November 20, 2013, 11:02:24 pm
I wouldn't if I was you Jen, I used to get them and stopped because everytime a new one came out there were more things I wanted.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 21, 2013, 12:13:13 am
The only problem I have with POK is the stuff they use in the boxes to stop anything breaking I ended up with two garbage bags full of the stuff silly little sqashy things ::)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on November 21, 2013, 12:21:41 am
Don't put it in the bin Suzanne, you can wash it away!
This from their website:

How do I get rid of all this packaging? And why do you use so much of it, anyway?

So many people send us e-mails asking why we're still using polystyrene packaging puff when there are so many environmentally friendly options available.

The fact is, our packaging isn't made from polystyrene at all. Our packing is actually made from wheat, believe it or not! It's completely natural, non-toxic and biodegradable. To get rid of it, just empty it into your bin or your bathtub, add a little water, and in a few hours, it'll be completely gone.

That just leaves the box, which is made from recyclable cardboard. Easy!

Before you dispose of your packaging, however, just confirm you've removed all the items from the box. Sometimes, small items like vegetable peelers and CDs can get lost in large boxes. Before you dispose of your packaging, check the invoice that arrives with your order to confirm you've received all the items you ordered.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on November 21, 2013, 12:22:57 am
Suzanne,

I feed the silly squishy things to my worms.  They seem to be quite happy to eat them.  Luckily one of my worm farms is made out of a wheelie bin so I just tip them straight in.  I have well trained worms....if it is vaguely "flora" they eat it....they aren't allowed to be fussy (except for onions and citrus...I don't give them that)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on November 21, 2013, 12:36:13 am
Thanks so much for that ladies I had quite a battle the last order I received would of been much easier to throw them in the bath :D
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 21, 2013, 12:41:34 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on November 21, 2013, 12:36:13 am
Thanks so much for that ladies I had quite a battle the last order I received would of been much easier to throw them in the bath :D

Wait for a rainy day and put in the garden.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on November 21, 2013, 12:56:38 am
I've also seen that kind of packaging used at kindy & playgroups - kids use it in art & crafts and it's non toxic if they put it in their mouths. 
Great for them to make necklaces out of - thread a needle and pile them on. 
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2013, 01:11:39 am
Thanks Katie, I have 2 boxes of the stuff now as I just received another POK delivery.  When you told me about this recently, I was amazed so thanks for sharing it with everyone else.
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Post by: obbie on November 21, 2013, 01:21:58 am
love the POK newsletter :)

we use the squishy packaging at work, when we send parts out.
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Post by: goldfish on November 21, 2013, 02:12:09 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on November 21, 2013, 12:13:13 am
The only problem I have with POK is the stuff they use in the boxes to stop anything breaking I ended up with two garbage bags full of the stuff silly little sqashy things ::)

Hi Suzanne... Those squashy little things dissolve away in water... I've tried it and they do!!    I've also heard they're edible.. But can't quite bring myself to try that one!!! :)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 21, 2013, 05:09:52 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/21/9y5uha2e.jpg)
$24.00 in bigW always good to have nice jars and dissolvable labels.
Pleased with them
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Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2013, 06:17:22 am
Bedlam I have a set of these. I love them. When you put hot things into them and put the lid on, the part of the lid with the rubber on makes it an air tight seal. Really good.

As it is ice cream season I just had to join everyone and buy one of these.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/21/amypava6.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2013, 07:10:48 am
Dissolvable labels, I've never heard of them before.  What a great idea Denise.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2013, 07:23:47 am
They are really easy to get off Judy. You can find them in Big W and possibly Woolworths too. They aren't quite as pretty as some others but easier to get off.
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Post by: rostess on November 21, 2013, 08:30:01 am
I'm not sure if someone has already mentioned this but Matchbox have the ice cream tubs for $20.
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2013, 08:43:06 am
You can see I don't shop or browse in W/W's then  ;D  Thanks cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2013, 09:01:34 am
Quote from: rostess on November 21, 2013, 08:30:01 am
I'm not sure if someone has already mentioned this but Matchbox have the ice cream tubs for $20.

That's where I got mine from.  :D :D
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Post by: arcadia on November 21, 2013, 09:08:56 am
Quote from: judydawn on November 21, 2013, 07:10:48 am
Dissolvable labels, I've never heard of them before.  What a great idea Denise.

I will be getting me some of those.  I have gotten to the point of not labelling jars because I hate the labels off.
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Post by: rostess on November 21, 2013, 11:18:29 am
I thought I remembered someone mentioning it Cookie.
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Post by: maddy on November 23, 2013, 10:36:04 pm
Well this bracelets going back!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1f83b24a8e7a3b6cd00d67cbd306e500.jpg)

First day I wore it, it fell off twice and luckily DS found it....the next day, the heart fell off  >:(
Look out if they don't refund....cranky Maddy is not pretty  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on November 23, 2013, 11:58:44 pm
Good lucky Maddy, will be interesting to hear how you go with that one  :D
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Post by: Frozzie on November 24, 2013, 12:48:14 am
Pity about the bracelet maddy :(

Just catching up on this thread and a few pages back you mentioned you were making your own candles... Not sure if your on facebook but there is a newish page called the road to loving my thermomix... Fabulous recipes and she has a tutorial for soy candles using thermie.... Her page has become incredibly popular since she started it recently...

https://www.facebook.com/theroadtolovingmythermomix/photos_albums

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/24/ra3uny9u.jpg)

Dont know if you can access the albums if not on facebook but worth a try...
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Post by: goldfish on November 24, 2013, 01:24:38 am
Frozzie - that's a fascinating page . . thanks!! :D
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Post by: maddy on November 24, 2013, 03:46:07 am
Quote from: Frozzie on November 24, 2013, 12:48:14 am
Just catching up on this thread and a few pages back you mentioned you were making your own candles

That was me frozzie....I think it's too risky to do it in the thermomix, as the wax can set alight...that's why it's recommended to use the double boiler method in water.   Not only that, the fragrant oils are sooo concentrated...I would hate make a meal with traces of "sweet pea" through out  :P
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Post by: Frozzie on November 24, 2013, 03:57:42 am
Fair enough... Hadnt made them just everyone had been raving about the thermie tutorial... Gréât Pagé though ... :)
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Post by: droverjess on November 24, 2013, 09:12:52 am
Quote from: maddy on November 24, 2013, 03:46:07 am
Quote from: Frozzie on November 24, 2013, 12:48:14 am
..I would hate make a meal with traces of "sweet pea" through out  :P

That's too funny Maddy
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Post by: Brumington on November 26, 2013, 03:22:17 am
I'm not sure who was discussing this but I'm sure it was on this thread. Somebody was after an egg helta skelta thingaymyjiggo! Where you put the egg in the top and collect it down the bottom to keep them in date order. Well, I saw on FB that somebody uses the coffee pod one for the exact same purpose. I haven't tried it yet but will be buying one for that purpose. Just to let you know that Aldi are having one on special for $12.99 as of Saturday 30th November. Hope that helps somebody save a bit of money!  If you are buying for that reason though please have a look to see if it will work to hold eggs cause as I have said this is just an idea I've seen and can't account for it myself yet!
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Post by: goldfish on November 26, 2013, 04:32:41 am
Thanks Brumington !! I have the egg skelter (like your name for it better!! ;D ;D) but I know friends who'd like one. Will check this out...

This is the skelter for those missed it...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/gegu7a6e.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on November 26, 2013, 04:36:58 am
Quote from: Frozzie on November 24, 2013, 03:57:42 am
Fair enough... Hadnt made them just everyone had been raving about the thermie tutorial... Gréât Pagé though ... :)

it is a great page, so thanks for that Kim  :)

Quote from: judydawn on November 23, 2013, 11:58:44 pm
Good lucky Maddy, will be interesting to hear how you go with that one  :D

Well...it started with sales lady predictably saying "Well you must have caught the bracelet in something for it to fall off and break"....no, I replied, and let her know it happened within 15 mins of wearing it only twice, then took it off.  I then told her it was rubbish, and I told her I will have a refund & not an exchange....she mumbled away as was doing it, but all ended well  ;)
....so then I popped into matchbox and bought 2 zoku slushie cups on special

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0b3ecd9fedbe40f148065f06ac78e026.jpg)

And will check out the slushie book when back in stock, and see if worth purchasing

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fa0f099a27c760cc71d8813bd1b8dc8b.jpg)

Oh, and grabbed next years calendars before nothing is left
My usual retro mama for the kitchen

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b8e346cee1a0efb5f6a305323d58c84c.jpg)

And "awkward family photos" one for the toot....they make me laugh!...some of the pics are just so wrong, but amusing  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9e54059c96cb774f0c8e74859dfabcb9.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on November 26, 2013, 05:41:25 am
Good news Maddy  :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 26, 2013, 07:01:44 am
Glad you won out there maddy even if she did put up a bit of a protest.  After that, what's a girl to do - go shopping of course  ;D
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Post by: stacelee on November 26, 2013, 07:29:44 am
I can sympathise Maddy.  I've had two run ins with Woolworths in the last two days.  I tried out their click & collect service yesterday and left swearing that I will never use it again.  It took twenty minutes to collect my groceries!  You had to park in a normal car park, go into the service desk...wait for other customers to be served their cigarettes, then present I.D, then wait while another staff member was called who then went to fetch the groceries, then present I.D again, then load the groceries into a shopping trolley and then finally  you get to take them out to the carpark.  I normally use the click & collect service through Coles and you just drive into their parcel pickup, ring a bell, they bring out the groceries and load them in the car for you...usually takes five minutes.

I then went to a normal Woolworths today because according to their app, if you bought three cartons of pepsi max it was $36 for the 3.  I was charged $18 each.  When I went to the service desk, the manager argued with me that I didn't know what I was talking about and it was a special just for the weekend.  Even when I showed him on THEIR app for that store that it was definately 3 for $36, he still argued the point and told me I was wrong but he would give me the discount!  Guess where I won't be shopping in future!
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Post by: SoBlessed on November 26, 2013, 08:37:18 am
Yes, I don't like them either!
I have an Everyday Rewards card. They sent me an offer to spend $50 over 3 weeks & then receive a $15 gift card. Easy! The 1st week I spent $50 &  they sent an email saying I was on track to get the gift card. At the bottom of the email they advertised their affiliates - Big W, BWS & some others. I therefore thought I could spend my $50 at these places too. I spent $80 at Big W & waited for the email saying I was well on track. It didn't come. I went back & read the email & it stated that the money had to be spent at Woolworths!!! I rang & told them that their email was misleading but of course  they didn't care. So, no gift card for me. $15 a small price for a business to pay to keep a happy customer. Instead I give a bad rap to anyone who'll listen. I don't like their monopoly over everything anyway - love Foodland here in SA as they are always helpful to their customers & to smaller businesses.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 26, 2013, 11:23:20 am
I'm always having grumps about the Woolworths and Coles near me. Especially the Woolworths. About 2 weeks ago DD was invited to be on a focus group for the store. I gave her a list of complaints and a couple of praises. The staff are very nice. She said most of those invited had complaints.
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Post by: stacelee on November 26, 2013, 06:09:53 pm
It really seems to be driven by the management of whatever store it is.  There is a Woolworths local to me which is supposed to be one of their worst stores in the chain....their product is limited compared to the store I went to yesterday and their fruit and veg are pathetic but their staff are really lovely so I normally go there if I need to go to Woolies.  I'm really spoilt that I have access to heaps of groceries stores within five minutes of my home and work including three aldi's, four woolworths, two coles and two iga's but I hate grocery shopping and prefer either the quick duck in and grab or I order online!  The Woolworths that I went to yesterday has a really bad reputation for their staff and I don't normally go there but I had to do the banking in that centre so I took the easy way out....I won't be going again.

I'm currently trying to decide if I can justify getting a breville smart scoop ice cream machine.  I have enough flybuy reward points to get one but I already have a cuisinart frozen cylinder one.  I'm a bit frustrated as our upright freezer is currently out of commission due to a broken fan (waiting on parts :( ) and I'm operating on very limited freezer space and the ice cream bowls are sitting out of it.  With christmas coming up I've got the guilts and think I should be spending the points on something else. :(
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Post by: Bedlam on November 26, 2013, 09:29:24 pm
Stacelee,
I would get the machine especially as you have the points. I also have the cuisinart cylinder and would love one with a compressor. What volume does the breville make?  I am sure iliving in Qld you would use it lots.  Do it I say. A Christmas gift for you.
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Post by: Debbiebillg on November 26, 2013, 10:47:15 pm
Stacelee,

I did a bit of research on my Qantas FF points a little while back and I found it worked out better to use points to buy gift cards and then buy in a store.  I was basing my research on a Samsung Galaxy phone. To buy from FF store cost 144,500 points, to buy gift cards for Harvey Norman and go and buy the phone cost 34,900 points.  I was amazed ! Check if flybuys is the same ....... you might get a lot more for your points lol.

Quote from: stacelee on November 26, 2013, 06:09:53 pm
It really seems to be driven by the management of whatever store it is.  There is a Woolworths local to me which is supposed to be one of their worst stores in the chain....their product is limited compared to the store I went to yesterday and their fruit and veg are pathetic but their staff are really lovely so I normally go there if I need to go to Woolies.  I'm really spoilt that I have access to heaps of groceries stores within five minutes of my home and work including three aldi's, four woolworths, two coles and two iga's but I hate grocery shopping and prefer either the quick duck in and grab or I order online!  The Woolworths that I went to yesterday has a really bad reputation for their staff and I don't normally go there but I had to do the banking in that centre so I took the easy way out....I won't be going again.

I'm currently trying to decide if I can justify getting a breville smart scoop ice cream machine.  I have enough flybuy reward points to get one but I already have a cuisinart frozen cylinder one.  I'm a bit frustrated as our upright freezer is currently out of commission due to a broken fan (waiting on parts :( ) and I'm operating on very limited freezer space and the ice cream bowls are sitting out of it.  With christmas coming up I've got the guilts and think I should be spending the points on something else. :(
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Post by: Bedlam on November 26, 2013, 11:30:49 pm
Wow thats a massive difference.  Certainly worth the effort.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 26, 2013, 11:59:36 pm
That's interesting and thanks so much for passing on your research Deb
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 27, 2013, 12:00:59 am
Quote from: Debbiebillg on November 26, 2013, 10:47:15 pm
Stacelee,

I did a bit of research on my Qantas FF points a little while back and I found it worked out better to use points to buy gift cards and then buy in a store.  I was basing my research on a Samsung Galaxy phone. To buy from FF store cost 144,500 points, to buy gift cards for Harvey Norman and go and buy the phone cost 34,900 points.  I was amazed ! Check if flybuys is the same ....... you might get a lot more for your points lol.
That is well worth knowing.  It means that you also can get what YOU want, not whatever they are dishing out.  I will definitely keep that in mind for the futue.

I am really excited about a book I just receive in the post "Vegan Pie In The Sky" because, ever since DH became lactose intolerant we haven't been able to have pastry ... and now (I hope) we can.  I am very much looking forward to browsing through and reading the recipes.  Fingers are crossed that I will get something out of it.
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Post by: Wonder on November 27, 2013, 02:29:21 am
I find swapping points for cash or store cards is much better. We then use those to bye the exact gifts we want/need.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 27, 2013, 05:48:45 am
I was in Kmart minding my own business when this leapt into my arms.  Bad Boy.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/27/6enynujy.jpg)

This is what I did.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/27/utunu8eb.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/27/rusaga3a.jpg)

This is what Jamie did.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/27/a5a9e7e6.jpg)

Not bad
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Post by: Yvette on November 27, 2013, 05:50:21 am
Well done Gert looks great  :)
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Post by: mcmich on November 27, 2013, 06:04:00 am
That looks great Gert.  :)
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Post by: kt2 on November 27, 2013, 06:07:51 am
Love this book! Got it from my SS last year!  ;) ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on November 27, 2013, 06:20:53 am
Looks good Gert, strange the way they just jump of the shelves into our arms, when shopping. It's happened to me quite a few times. 😊😊😊
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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2013, 06:43:03 am
Strange indeed, especially into Gert's trolley  :o  Nice salad Gert.
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Post by: JulieO on November 27, 2013, 06:49:01 am
Love Jamie.  Haven't made that one yet Gert, yours looks realy good.  :)
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Post by: Halex on November 27, 2013, 06:51:00 am
I know how you feel, it happens to me all the time :o

Great salad, how long did it take?LOL
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Post by: Emme on November 27, 2013, 07:38:41 am
Don't you hate it when those books do that  :D ;D  happens to me quite often.

Great dish Gert ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 27, 2013, 07:55:59 am
Yes it was a great dish and the one he did on TV last night. It took 15 minutes Hally!!  The chicken was so crispy on the outside and really moist on the inside.i used only one breast even though I cooked two. There was plenty of it with   DH eating 2/3 s.


Gert

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Post by: obbie on November 27, 2013, 10:38:33 pm
I must buy Jamies book  this weekend
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Post by: Halex on November 27, 2013, 11:00:51 pm
Well done Gert, i havent done that one yet. I have yet to do a whole meal in 15mins.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 27, 2013, 11:31:52 pm
Quote from: obbie on November 27, 2013, 10:38:33 pm
I must buy Jamies book  this weekend

From today $24 at Kmart.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 27, 2013, 11:32:30 pm
Quote from: Halex on November 27, 2013, 11:00:51 pm
Well done Gert, i havent done that one yet. I have yet to do a whole meal in 15mins.

Me either!  Lol!

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on November 27, 2013, 11:43:36 pm
I always wonder how much prep work has already been done.  I'm not able to get anything on the table that fast (unless its a salad) but I'm usually multi tasking at the same time as cooking.  Before I left for work this morning I had to make a batch of cookies for my sister....while I was eating breakfast, unpacking the dishwasher, cleaning out the fridge, yelling at a teenager to get off my computer and stop dropping crumbs in my keyboard, trying to talk to my husband and convince four dogs that getting under my feet constantly did not mean that I would give them cookie dough.  Needless to say it took more than 15 minutes to make the cookies!

I took everyone's advice and ended up redeeming my credit card points instead of flybuys points for a myer voucher.  Westpac allow you to redeem for a Myer eCard so it is in my hot little hands already and I'm going to check the machine out tonight.  Just need to convince my husband that I can find room in my small kitchen for it!
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2013, 12:29:18 am
You'll love it Staclee, I bought one a few months ago and we aren't big ice cream eaters but we are enjoying having different flavours and it's so easy when you can make the custard base in the TMX
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Post by: KarenH on November 28, 2013, 03:01:21 am
Can I ask a question about the Breville ice-cream maker to those who have one of these?  We have the cuisinart machine where you have to store the bowl in the freezer (not the compressor one).  I'm not actually that impressed with it, because the icecream around the edges and bottom of the bowl freeze really hard, and are difficult to scrape off, and it is always hard to get all the icecream off the stirring/paddle thing that goes into the bowl.  We end up with icecream that is a mixture of too hard and too soft, and we tend to waste a lot that is stuck to the mixer (well, the kids lick it all off, so its not wasted)

Does anyone else with the Cuisinart machine have the same problems?  Is the cuisinart compressor machine a better one?  What is the breville smart scoop one like to use?
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Post by: stacelee on November 28, 2013, 03:07:33 am
We have the same problem with our Cuisinart frozen bowl one which is one of the reasons I'm looking at the compressor breville...that and the lack of freezer which doesn't seem to be getting fixed any time in the near future :(.  I never lack volunteers to clean the bowl for me but it annoys me how much always is left behind.
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Post by: obbie on November 28, 2013, 03:11:03 am
I have the cusinart softy serve, and its painfull. The ice cream hole is so small for it to come out, and the bowl has to live in the freezer.

I want the breville scoop like Wonder has.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 28, 2013, 04:41:39 am
I've got the Cuisanart compressor and its a really good machine. There is a bit of wastage when you pull out the paddle, and no matter how quick  I try and scoop it into the container its usually a bit messy. I find cleaning the machine down where the bowl has been quite difficult as there are a few nooks and crannys where abit of grated chocolate and melted icecream can melt themselves into. To be honest I think that I would have been pretty happy with a frozen bowl one, as you have to prepare the mixture the day before to store in the fridge to cool down so at the same time you could pop the bowl into the freezer to freeze. I am happy with mine tho. It was on sale last year for $370, and I've noticed that its on sale again.
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2013, 04:54:38 am
With the Breville at first I seemed to get a bit stuck to the sides that was hard to get off but now I don't seem to have that problem. It is a little fiddly getting the ice cream off the paddle, but like with the TMX you find your own way of doing it after a few goes. Depending on the recipe some ice creams seem to freeze much harder and stay harder as I'm scooping into the container for the freezer, while others stay more firm. With Tenina's chocolate (a staple here) it seems to melt quickly, while the peppermint choc chip from the forum stays more firm. The kids also haven't noticed a difference in batches where we have made the custard in advance from those where we have put it into the ice cream machine while still warm. During DD's exams she was making the peppermint custard and putting it straight from cooking in the TMX to the ice cream machine and then eating. It took a while longer for it to churn but only by about 15 mins she said.  I ended up paying $360 for my Breville and am very happy with it.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 28, 2013, 04:55:54 am
I have the compressor one also but find it fiddly getting the ice cream from the sides and bottom,  until I thought to pop the bowl order the hot water for a couple of seconds.  No longer or it will melt the ice cream.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 28, 2013, 05:01:42 am
That's handy to know wonder, I'll try that next time. I always follow instructions to the letter and didn't think about rebelling  :D
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Post by: jeninwa on November 28, 2013, 05:53:39 am
I also have the breville smart scoop, and find that sometimes the ice cream  freezes to the sides of the bowl but doesn't take much to scrape off. The paddle is harder to clean off. I love that it has a pre cool setting. I usually cool the custard I the fridge before churning.
It also has a keep cool function that will keep the icecream chilled and churned for up to 3 hours.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 28, 2013, 06:38:41 am
Gert the salad looks lovely. I watched it on TV the other night and we plan to have it for dinner tomorrow night. Something light after all our meals out.

I think cookbooks have a mechanism to detect people like us, they know we are a little more defenceless in the purchase of such books, and they jump into our trollies. Knowing they won't be put back.
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Post by: Emme on November 28, 2013, 06:46:14 am
Totally agree Cookie  :D :D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2013, 06:59:46 am
I think we have just all been blessed with good cookbook genes.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: maddy on November 28, 2013, 01:10:20 pm
Quote from: mcmich on November 28, 2013, 06:59:46 am
I think we have just all been blessed with good cookbook genes.  ;D ;D ;D

Blessed or cursed?  Fine line  :P
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Post by: maddy on November 28, 2013, 01:16:56 pm
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d2c1f700fe99c84c2f63592c3835dccd.jpg)

Just had to get the DVD & reminisce

.....and I love the "DIY" havaiana section from their website!
I couldn't find what I wanted in the stores, so I could design & order it online
Navy, with metalic blue straps & blingy crystal bows  :D

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/82f50b7012e9226eaa15a843d23a5950.jpg)

And just a white pair with Swarovski crystal from their standard line

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.....think I have every colour covered now  :P
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Post by: BeezeeBee on November 28, 2013, 03:02:45 pm
Very nice, Maddy :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2013, 08:11:57 pm
After trying the St Nicolas Speculaas biscuits at the Festive cooking class I just had to make them, and to make them properly I just had to get some Christmas cookie cutters and some stamps.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/29/yguzejuj.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/29/dy3y3ure.jpg)

The cutters were from Riot, Eat me stamp from Typo and the other stamps from Matchbox.
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Post by: Yvette on November 28, 2013, 11:27:31 pm
Maddy did you know they make Havaiana gumboots in the UK?
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Post by: stacelee on November 29, 2013, 12:00:15 am
I managed to pick up the ice cream machine last night so hopefully tonight I will get a chance to play with it....we will have to eat ALL of whatever I make because we have no room in the freezer for anything else.  I was eyeing off some single serve ice creams storage containers in Matchbox that were really cute but decided not to push the friendship with my husband last night...I'll grab them in the next couple of weeks

I'm in major pout mode at the moment that Tenina's new book is not being released as an ebook :(.  I'm not buying any more physical cookbooks because I have seriously run out of bookshelf space...I have them double stacked and just can't triple stack them and the only way I can find more space is by someone moving out of home...and noone will do that for me :(.  I'm becoming very friendly with my local librarians.
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Post by: Halex on November 29, 2013, 12:02:44 am
Stacelee, you need a revolving tower bookcase like mine :) holds heaps.
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Post by: JulieO on November 29, 2013, 02:35:33 am
Quote from: stacelee on November 29, 2013, 12:00:15 am

I'm in major pout mode at the moment that Tenina's new book is not being released as an ebook :(. 

Not ever or just not at the moment? 

I prefer an ebook too as I just type up the recipes I want to make from it so have no need for a physical book.  Was willing to wait until she released it as an ebook, but if she's not going to at all then I'll have to rethink that.  :P
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Post by: Halex on November 29, 2013, 05:30:13 am
Bought these 2 at typo. Cp will love the boys one :)
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Post by: Halex on November 29, 2013, 05:32:14 am
Very pleased, done all my xmas shopping, santa sack & birthday shopping ;D

Have 5 birthdays from today until 23rd December.

Not that I wont shop anymore...........

HHW ;D
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Post by: Wonder on November 29, 2013, 05:34:15 am
I love that skull one Hally, our Typo didn't have that one they only had a heart and the eat Me one that I bought.
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Post by: Halex on November 29, 2013, 05:59:20 am
These fell in :)
Wonder they had 4 different ines in my typo.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 29, 2013, 06:01:09 am
Stacelee maybe you could cull just one book to make room.

Gert
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Post by: snappy on November 29, 2013, 06:06:12 am
I've got those two stamps as well Hally! The boys love the skeleton one
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2013, 06:24:30 am
Quote from: Yvette on November 28, 2013, 11:27:31 pm
Maddy did you know they make Havaiana gumboots in the UK?

How perfect would they be for Maddy in hay season.  ;D
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Post by: stacelee on November 29, 2013, 10:32:29 am
I'm trying to cull books Gert but every time I go through them to decide what to get rid of I find something in them I want to try.  It doesn't help that people keep buying them for me because I like cooking.  I did just buy a ebook version of small batch preserving so the physical book is about to leave home for my mothers.  I'm not quite as bad now with fiction books, although I have to hide the ones I'm getting rid of from my son or they just end up back on the shelves....no one in my family is good at getting rid of books..
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Post by: gertbysea on November 29, 2013, 10:58:41 am
It' say hard one stacelee. I moved all my books up to Cairns from Sydney. Well most of them but unless you have the air con on all year round they get  mouldy and smell very quickly. The kindle was the way to go for me? Jamie's 15 minute meals was the first book I have bought since For food's sake. I have ordered the new one as well but I will see the departure of a couple of older cookbooks as that is the rule here.

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on November 29, 2013, 09:21:06 pm
I'm really impressed with our local library and the speed at which they get new books in...I've started reserving books as soon as they are ordered and usually have them a few days after they are released in the shops.  With the cookbooks, I normally look through them to see if they have any recipes that I will actually use....if there are only a few...I scan or write out those recipes....the ones that there are lots of recipes I want in, I either buy as ebooks if they are available or have a list to look out for when they are finally released.  I'm hoping one day the Jamie Oliver books are released as ebooks because they take up a massive amount of room on my shelves....the women's weekly ones also...I just wish they would release them as epubs not just in their app.  I buy them through their app but there is no easy way of printing off the recipe for when you want a physical copy :(.

I'm hoping to get to typo today to get a couple of those cookie stamps....they are sooooooo cute.  I'm also planning on getting some ingredients so that I can finally try out the ice cream machine.  Its a cold rainy day here today and I'm stuck running the kids back and forth to work so I can't go far afield....a perfect day to cook up a storm in the kitchen!
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Post by: andiesenji on November 30, 2013, 12:29:29 am
Quote from: Wonder on November 28, 2013, 04:54:38 am
With the Breville at first I seemed to get a bit stuck to the sides that was hard to get off but now I don't seem to have that problem. It is a little fiddly getting the ice cream off the paddle, but like with the TMX you find your own way of doing it after a few goes. Depending on the recipe some ice creams seem to freeze much harder and stay harder as I'm scooping into the container for the freezer, while others stay more firm. With Tenina's chocolate (a staple here) it seems to melt quickly, while the peppermint choc chip from the forum stays more firm. The kids also haven't noticed a difference in batches where we have made the custard in advance from those where we have put it into the ice cream machine while still warm. During DD's exams she was making the peppermint custard and putting it straight from cooking in the TMX to the ice cream machine and then eating. It took a while longer for it to churn but only by about 15 mins she said.  I ended up paying $360 for my Breville and am very happy with it.

Let me give you a tip to try with getting the ice cream off the paddle.  I've been using self-contained ice cream freezers for decades, since I got my first Simac back in the '80s.
I used to use a nylon pastry brush - the stiffer type - but now I use a SILICONE BASTING BRUSH.  It gets into the nooks and crannies and cleans the stuff off the paddles quickly. 

My machine lives on a large metal tray - actually it is a full-size sheet pan for baking, but since I no longer have my big oven, I have repurposed the sheet pans for other uses.  It catches all the drips and I can lay the paddle down on it as well as scoops and spoons and it is easy to clean.   I know they are available from some vendors in OZ because my friend who lives in Victoria uses them in her cheesemaking - also to catch drips from draining cheeses.  She is off on a trip right now so I can't ask but I'm sure one of you knowledgeable folks will find the info, if you don't already have it.
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Post by: stacelee on November 30, 2013, 12:44:36 am
You can get a full sized stainless steel steam pan which is 327mm x 527mm x 20mm deep....it would fit the breville with room to spare.  There are also lots of different size aluminium baking sheets that you could also use that are cheaper than the stainless steel.  Most catering equipment companies stock them as a standard item...the aluminium sheets are usually around the $20 mark.

I didn't even think about putting it on a tray...its a brilliant idea...I've always kept my toaster on a tray so that the crumbs drop on it, but haven't thought of doing it with any other items.  My toaster sits on one of the plastic trays that are similar to what butchers use.  They come in lots of different sizes.
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Post by: Wonder on November 30, 2013, 07:54:10 pm
Andi thanks for the tip re the silicon brush, I have one of those but we never really liked it for basting so it's in the bottom of the draw.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 30, 2013, 11:00:21 pm
A review of the Breville Scoop

http://www.gadgetguy.com.au/product/breville-smart-scoop-bci600/

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2013, 03:17:01 am
I couldn't help myself.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/emateju6.jpg)
I will buy anything about bread that looks interesting. Then this other book seemed glued to it or something.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/redanu8y.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on December 01, 2013, 08:34:56 am
how good does that Breville ice cream machine look  8)  sadly no room for it here, only room for the separate ice cream bowls in the freezer.

I love Typo....funky & fun that shop is!

Well I was only dashing into "house" to pick up the Zuko slushie book

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fa0f099a27c760cc71d8813bd1b8dc8b.jpg)

But also walked out with a cheesemaking kit  :-))  the packing is just adorable
https://www.house.com.au/product/millie's-fromage-homemade-cheese-starter-kit

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8b51b209a464c8a6cd705d34770de6a9.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4e8f97ecd25c80d4461224b1b2e4c412.jpg)



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Post by: Emme on December 01, 2013, 09:04:15 am
The cheese kit looks interesting Maddy,  may have to investigate that ;) ;D

Cookie, love the bread magazine, don't think I have seen that one locally
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2013, 10:00:12 am
Apparently they come out 4 times a year. They are British. I found it in a newsagent near Hally's place.
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Post by: Halex on December 01, 2013, 10:02:24 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 01, 2013, 10:00:12 am
Apparently they come out 4 times a year. They are British. I found it in a newsagent near Hally's place.


Ooohhhh where cookie, must look :) was it risley village?
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Post by: Bedlam on December 01, 2013, 12:30:19 pm
Andi, thank you for your suggestions. They both helped reduce the effort and mess. Sometimes it really is the simple suggestions that are the best. Putting a tray underneath made the clean up easy. Yes the silicon brush worked a treat.
Karen, this is probably a silly suggestion but do you make sure your machine is on before you add your custard. I have the cuisinart ice cream machine too ( would love one with a compressor). The first time I poured then switched on not so good!
Title: Will
Post by: Debbiebillg on December 01, 2013, 12:57:41 pm
That's a great idea Andi.  Will definitely do that in the future (if they ever sort my ice cream machine out lol).

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Post by: Debbiebillg on December 01, 2013, 01:08:41 pm
I bought all 3 boys Furby toys today .......... bargain price of $29.99.  I'm very chuffed at getting a bargain for Christmas lol. Toysrus had them for $90 ......... got them to price match Mr Toys for $29.99. $180 saved and I think the kids will love them.  I love Christmas ......
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Post by: achookwoman on December 01, 2013, 08:55:56 pm
Thanks Andi.  About to make Ice Cream today. 
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 01, 2013, 09:57:05 pm
Thanks, Gert, for posting the review. I shouldn't have read it though. Now I'm wishing for one!! :)

Someone mentioned that the unit shouldn't be moved about. That makes it tricky as my kitchen is small. Is it ok to move it back to storage when not in use?
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Post by: droverjess on December 01, 2013, 11:11:44 pm
The smart scoop is not available in UK.
Just as well!
An ICM is still on my wishlist.  ;D

But my priority is to finish the house!!!!!

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Post by: Yvette on December 01, 2013, 11:58:44 pm
Re the front loader vs top loader washers on page 705 i found out something about my Samsung 10kilo front loader on the weekend. You can stop the wash and open the door after starting. Just press pause and wait about a minute and the door will open.

Wonder and can't remember who else has this machine, you might already know this but if not hope this helps.
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Post by: jo_nz on December 02, 2013, 12:16:36 am
Our previous machine (not Samsung) did that too Yvette.  I haven't tried yet with our new one yet, but starting to wonder if that "problem" is a bit of a myth! 
I rarely get to the bottom of the washing basket, so finding a stray sock after 5 minutes isn't much of an issue here anyway - it just adds to the heap.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 02, 2013, 12:30:23 am
Hally it was at the big newsagent in Garden City.
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Post by: Wonder on December 02, 2013, 12:42:43 am
Thanks Yvette, I actually tried to stop the machine yesterday by turning the power button off but the door lock symbol stayed on, so I'll know for next time now. My old Whirlpool you turned the power off and waited 5 minutes and it would open.

BZB, I think you are fine to move in and out of storage but you just need to be careful because there is coolant inside the machine. It's a heavy machine though so you wouldn't want to have to carry it far.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 02, 2013, 02:49:21 am
I keep mine on the floor of the pantry. It is heavy but it doesn't come out too often in this house. It takes us a while to eat a batch of icecream.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 02, 2013, 03:34:47 am
I've moved my ice cream machine into the laundry, it now sits on top of the bar fridge, right next to the deep freeze.
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Post by: thermo18 on December 03, 2013, 02:53:53 am
So excited I bought Nico Morretti book Food For Friends which has been revised and now has the thermomix method on the same page as the recipe. Just had a quick look before wrapping up to put under the tree  ;D ;D , just waiting for Tenina book to arrive and I will be set for me now to work out what everyone else is going to get  ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 03, 2013, 03:30:39 am
I don't have a spending spree very often, but today was the day.
My Christmas present to myself
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/03/a7ynu6y9.jpg)
And something I couldn't resist
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/03/8e7apuva.jpg)
And just what I need, more cookbooks. No use thinking if I need it. Just did it!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/03/avuny5ur.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/03/y6a3azug.jpg)
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Post by: Wonder on December 03, 2013, 03:43:15 am
Well done Kimmy, they are great presents
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 03, 2013, 04:06:54 am
thermo18 I love that book, so glad he has put the TM conversion on the same page as it was very inconvenient at the back
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Post by: cookie1 on December 03, 2013, 06:12:35 am
I love the sunnies Kimmy and the books are an investment to study so that your family eat well.
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Post by: Katiej on December 03, 2013, 07:22:03 am
Lovely shopping Kimmy!
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Post by: obbie on December 03, 2013, 10:28:10 pm
well I had 3 days shopping in Brissie, bought heaps of clothes, magazines, christmas presents for kids, great shoes for me.Very happy, now back at work.
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Post by: mab19 on December 04, 2013, 12:21:43 am
Great shopping everyone.

Obbie, you must be worn out after 3 days shopping. :D
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Post by: obbie on December 04, 2013, 01:10:55 am
It was great fun Margaret, my DH hates shopping, ;D so I was lucky I did what I did in 3 days.
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Post by: Halex on December 04, 2013, 04:48:52 am
Mexicanna shop ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 04, 2013, 04:57:08 am
Plus a reversible grill plate. I only have the scan pan ridged one. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 04, 2013, 04:59:16 am
Quote from: Halex on December 04, 2013, 04:48:52 am
Mexicanna shop ;D

I want a. Mexicanna shop!!
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Post by: Halex on December 04, 2013, 05:03:00 am
Its great Gert, its wholeslale, but does some retail if you rock up ;D the owner is a chef & also runs cooking classes :)
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Post by: jeninwa on December 04, 2013, 06:15:38 am
Where in Perth is the Mexican shop Hally?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 04, 2013, 06:28:45 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/04/my7epahu.jpg).

My excuse is that I like red.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 04, 2013, 07:11:31 am
Quote from: jeninwa on December 04, 2013, 06:15:38 am
Where in Perth is the Mexican shop Hally?

Yangebup
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 04, 2013, 08:18:00 am
Thanks Hally miles away from me.
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Post by: Jamberie on December 04, 2013, 10:01:12 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 04, 2013, 06:28:45 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/04/my7epahu.jpg).

My excuse is that I like red.

I bought the taste one too Cookie. Lots of yummy recipes. They have a lot of appealing sweets :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 04, 2013, 10:07:49 am
Great buys Hally. We live the chillis in Adobe sauce. Gert there is a great online Mexican that a few of the foodies at work purchase from if you are interested in me getting the link.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 04, 2013, 10:21:54 am
Yes  please  wonder . I do buy  from  USA foods  sometimes but nice to have another.


Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 04, 2013, 06:26:33 pm
Just ordered an EziVac vacuum sealer off EBay for $169.95 + P&P ... my surprise Xmas present to myself from my DH!  Wonder, where did you get your bags from again?  I must get onto the vacuum thread and have a read through it now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 05, 2013, 12:03:50 am
I bought the

 Recipes +  mag
and the super Food Ideas mag  :)



Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 05, 2013, 01:32:55 am
Gert, it's Fireworks Foods. I've never purchased from there but a couple of guys at work are real foodies and regularly from here.

http://www.fireworksfoods.com.au (http://www.fireworksfoods.com.au)

Marina, sorry I can't find the link but I know Julieo included it on a post and I think Judy purchased from the same supplier.
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Post by: JulieO on December 05, 2013, 02:50:05 am
It's ok Wonder, Marina pm'd me and I've given her the link.  :D

I have bought the chipotle in adobo sauce from a supplier too Gert, will look for the link and edit the post.  :)

From here
http://www.montereyfoods.com.au/product.php?productid=17622

As they aren't something I use very often, once I opened the can I laid them out on a baking tray with some of the sauce around each one and frozen them.  I then could pick them up and place into a vacuum bag and put back in the freezer to use as needed, otherwise they would have gone off before I'd had chance to use them up.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 05, 2013, 02:59:47 am
Thanks you two, I appreciate your help.

Gert, I have also purchased some things from Fireworks ... including a variety of chilli seeds - none of which sprouted this season so will try them again next year and hope that there are still some fertile ones in there.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 05, 2013, 03:22:06 am
Thanks sooooo much. Bookmarked!

Gert
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Post by: ElleG on December 05, 2013, 03:33:35 am
Have purchased a Dr Libby ebook - 50% off today only. It is the real food chef - already have her latest one. Love a bargain   ;D
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Post by: arcadia on December 05, 2013, 06:07:28 am
I have bookmarked the sites also, Thank you.
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Post by: Wonder on December 08, 2013, 01:23:17 am
Thanks to someone on here I picked up a coffee pod holder from Aldi and it holds eggs perfectly. We did gave a few problems with teenage boys thinking it would be a good idea to put the eggs in from the top - beware they pick up a lot of speed and fly out at you!!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/08/vabu3aju.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on December 08, 2013, 01:40:59 am
Yes! I can't remember who suggested it but thank you!!  They work perfectly! Picked a couple up for friends and tried it out first.... Brilliant ! Tip given to me was to keep the "pointy " end of the egg to the inside.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 08, 2013, 03:02:35 am
They look good. Good old Aldi. Coming to WA.....one day.
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2013, 03:32:17 am
They do look good but ......... who stores their eggs out of the fridge in Australia?  It surely doesn't fit inside the fridge?
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Post by: Debbiebillg on December 08, 2013, 04:33:41 am
Quote from: Wonder on December 08, 2013, 01:23:17 am
Thanks to someone on here I picked up a coffee pod holder from Aldi and it holds eggs perfectly. We did gave a few problems with teenage boys thinking it would be a good idea to put the eggs in from the top - beware they pick up a lot of speed and fly out at you!!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/08/vabu3aju.jpg)

Wonder, my 3 boys would do exactly the same (9, 6 and 5) ............. was hoping they get better by the teenage years lol. I can just picture eggs flying/splattering everywhere. Not for us I'm afraid but it is a good idea.
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Post by: mcmich on December 08, 2013, 06:24:17 pm
Don and I were doing the last of the Christmas shopping and we went into T2 - I don't drink tea but Don loves it. I tried some of the iced teas and we came out with this  :-)) We are having Christmas brunch this year and it will be lovely on the drinks table.
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Post by: stacelee on December 08, 2013, 10:22:35 pm
I bought one of those jugs to replace a bodum one that my family loses the insert on ALL the time.  I'm not very keen on the turkish apple (I think that is what it was) tea that comes with it but my daughter likes it...too sweet for me.  I love the strawberries and cream tea chilled and raspberry rush is nice as well.  We keep the jug constantly in the fridge with tea in it.....saves me from my pepsi addiction.  They used to have a 1 litre version of it that I'm hoping they will bring back in again as the one I have at work is leaking.
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2013, 11:50:08 pm
Mmm, I might use my gift voucher for one of those.  Thanks Michele, I would have found it when I visit the shop after Christmas but at least now, I know where to head first.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 09, 2013, 01:52:46 am
Staceele I have the bigger version. It is more than a litre. Now I am making my iced tea in it then using my beautiful new glass jug to keep it In the fridge with lemon and lime in the infuser. Thank you once again SS .

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on December 09, 2013, 02:02:31 am
The tea that came with this jug was fruitalicious but there were others that I will try.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 09, 2013, 03:53:56 am
Fruitalicious is lovely Mich.
The ladies in T2 know me well now. It is as little embarrassing. I love having tea in the fridge ready to be drunk. I'm into pomegranate at the moment. Santa is bringing a couple too.
I'm not fond of the Turkish apple either, as you say too sweet. I go in each week and then on the weekend with DD and usually buy something one of the times, or DD does.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 09, 2013, 04:03:52 am
I succumbed to the Breville Smart Scoop, on the strength of the recommendations of Wonder and a couple of the other forummers.  ;D

Ordered from Appliances Direct for $324.85, including postage.

Hope it helps me cos I've not made a drop of ice-cream before  :D
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Post by: mcmich on December 09, 2013, 04:25:35 am
Well done BZB. Be interested in how you go.

Cookie, I love the pomegranate too there was one with ginger that was nice.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on December 09, 2013, 04:37:29 am
That's the one I have too cookie, it's lovely.  Haven't had enough hot days yet for me to have too many brews yet though.
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Post by: obbie on December 09, 2013, 04:56:10 am
Not my shopping, but my Brother gave me a Swarovski Tennis Bracelet yesterday.

as a late Birthday pressie. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 09, 2013, 04:56:19 am
You are soooooo bad cookie.

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Post by: mcmich on December 09, 2013, 05:13:18 am
Quote from: obbie on December 09, 2013, 04:56:10 am
Not my shopping, but my Brother gave me a Swarovski Tennis Bracelet yesterday.

as a late Birthday pressie. :)

Very nice Robyn.  8)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 09, 2013, 05:15:58 am
Quote from: obbie on December 09, 2013, 04:56:10 am
Not my shopping, but my Brother gave me a Swarovski Tennis Bracelet yesterday.

as a late Birthday pressie. :)

Love to see a pic obbie.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on December 09, 2013, 05:28:50 am
Sounds lovely Obbie.

Judy, I've always stored my eggs out of the fridge. I hate it when I buy from a supermarket that keeps them in the fridge, our local ones don't but quite a few do these days.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 09, 2013, 05:34:41 am
Wonder, when I visited my friends years ago in the NT some eggs flew under the radar and were fertilised - if left out of the fridge they had chicks stumbling around the counter tops. Probably not such a problem in Melbourne.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 09, 2013, 05:42:39 am
I don't even want to think about the possibility of that Mich.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 09, 2013, 06:41:14 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 09, 2013, 04:56:19 am
You are soooooo bad cookie.



Yes, isn't it fun? 

Robyn I would love to see a photo too please??  Swarovski can be very pretty.
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Post by: goldfish on December 09, 2013, 08:13:11 am
Quote from: Wonder on December 09, 2013, 05:28:50 am
Sounds lovely Obbie.

Judy, I've always stored my eggs out of the fridge. I hate it when I buy from a supermarket that keeps them in the fridge, our local ones don't but quite a few do these days.

Me too, Wonder . . . .This is interesting - turned up on my FB page a while ago . .

Any world traveler has probably noticed that in most countries outside of the US and Canada, eggs aren't stored under refrigeration. Whether you are wandering in an outdoor market, shopping in a grocery store or visiting a home, you will find eggs sitting on the counter, at room temperature. Why is that?The answer appears to be that US regulations require that eggs be power-washed, which removes all organic matter (and any harmful bacteria) but also strips the egg's shell of its protective coating, thus rendering it more porous and open to contamination."

Interesting read! And don't forget, since you won't be power-washing your backyard eggs, why not grab an Egg Skelter to organize and display them at the discounted holiday rate? Use promo code EGGNOG at MannaPro.com!"

Is Refrigerating Eggs Necessary?
www.thekitchn.com
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on December 09, 2013, 08:47:59 am
I'm ready for the ice cream maker. Grabbed these at Matchbox for $19.90 each :D
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/09/esu2u7yj.jpg)


Bought Quick Mix at Dymocks as well - Xmas pressie for a friend. Lovely book.
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Post by: kezza on December 09, 2013, 10:02:45 am
I bought one of those icecream tubs from Matchbox too! They are great because you can draw the scoop across the top of the icecream and they fit nicely in the freezer.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 09, 2013, 10:37:44 am
Yum! We have the 2L infuser and love iced vanilla slice. It has a hibiscus flavour. Yum. Kids aren't allowed soft drink so ice tea is their special drink.
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Post by: obbie on December 09, 2013, 10:05:46 pm
My bracelet :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 09, 2013, 10:14:13 pm
That's lovely Robyn, why is it called a tennis bracelet I wonder?
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Post by: Wonder on December 09, 2013, 10:31:39 pm
Beautiful Robyn.
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Post by: Emme on December 09, 2013, 10:51:08 pm
Lovely bracelet Robyn
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Post by: mab19 on December 10, 2013, 12:59:38 am
That's lovely Robyn.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 10, 2013, 01:13:15 am
Noice one obbie.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on December 10, 2013, 03:37:42 am
Lovely bracelet OB
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Post by: Halex on December 10, 2013, 03:54:00 am
Nice bracelet, lucky girl.

I fell over these ;D
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Post by: mcmich on December 10, 2013, 04:49:02 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 09, 2013, 10:14:13 pm
That's lovely Robyn, why is it called a tennis bracelet I wonder?

Gorgeous Robyn. You area lucky girl with a very generous brother.  :D

Judy they are called tennis bracelets because Chris Evert lost her diamond bracelet in a tennis match. Before that they were called inline bracelets I think?
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Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2013, 06:00:04 am
Thanks Michele, there had to be a reason.
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Post by: obbie on December 10, 2013, 06:24:19 am
Thanks, I love it ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 10, 2013, 07:15:33 am
Lovely Robyn.

Hally I hope you didn't hurt yourself, the books probably broke your fall.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 10, 2013, 07:50:43 am
Pretty bracelet, Obbie.

Where did you fall, Hally? Would love to do some tripping as well :P
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Post by: Halex on December 10, 2013, 07:57:16 am
Yes cookie, lucky they did ;D

BZB, Dymocks at GC a very dangerous shop :) i often fall in there & Myer :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 10, 2013, 11:39:00 am
Pretty bracelet Robyn. Would you believe I bought the exact same one last week on behalf of the kinder for a teacher that is leaving. It's simple but stunning. That's a good brother you have.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on December 10, 2013, 11:50:53 am
A new vacuum cleaner to try to clean up the dust.  ;D
Can't stop too much to do, so little time.... LOL
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Post by: Jamberie on December 10, 2013, 12:14:18 pm
I didn't go shopping but DH did for my birthday..... a Raspberry Ice coloured Kitchen Aid!!! Omg so excited!!!!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 10, 2013, 12:29:43 pm
Wow! and happy birthday Jamberie

Did you get any attachments or are you going to be using it mainly for baking?
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 10, 2013, 12:35:47 pm
What a gorgeous gorgeous colour, Jam! Happy birthday :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2013, 12:36:56 pm
Now why aren't you in my birthday book Jamberie?  Is it today?  Great gift from DH.
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Post by: maddy on December 10, 2013, 01:01:54 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 09, 2013, 05:34:41 am
Wonder, when I visited my friends years ago in the NT some eggs flew under the radar and were fertilised - if left out of the fridge they had chicks stumbling around the counter tops. Probably not such a problem in Melbourne.  :)

what a surprise that would be! LOL
I used to keep my eggs in the fridge, but DD insisted not to (obviously something come up abut it at school), and also there was discussion on this forum about it.
that's a nifty egg holder Wonder  ;)
I'm happy with the  scales I bought for that purpose

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/ef26683bd5dace98d152cc5b51f7f2f3.jpg)

Robyn....lucky girl  8) That swarovski shop just mesmerises me every time I go past!

Hubby had to get machinery parts in Colac & dropped me off to a favourite haunt....it didn't dissapoint.
I picked up a few Robert Gordon tea cup/saucer sets that I will turn into candle cups (for friends for Xmas), and I treated myself to the matching side plates & teapot

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/62e7a7fac4a8bd87dc7c7d455560e00a.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b671d19572916923cae68e4cbebd7124.jpg)

Also picked up a few more pieces of laguiole cutlery in my favourite retro green (they don't sell this colour in sets)....so I'm slowly getting a full set, piece by piece....which the sales girl forgot to put another dessert spoon in, so back I go next week

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/991876b705a6b99299f914432f7aa389.jpg)

I really dislike garden ornaments, so this purchase shocks myself!.....this store sells garden ornaments also,  & hubby has commented several times that he loves this fox, every time he drives past...it was expensive, so he never bought it.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/1368e976f8bb5695c6e5e9fd932840e2.jpg)

Well, I decided to buy it for him for Xmas  :-X  he never asks for anything, so making the comments he has...I knew he really would love it...he doesn't know though, so I have to sneak back and pick it up....what a shame it's at the store whose contents I adore :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2013, 01:08:33 pm
How I'd love to go shopping with you maddy, not to buy myself but to just watch you go about your business. What a lovely surprise for DH, where would he put it?  My DH was the same, never asked for anything so whenever he said he liked anything I would do the same as you and buy it for him.  It happened so very rarely though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 10, 2013, 01:15:01 pm
 ;D You'd need some comfy shoes Judy & stamina  :P
I know there will be 2 boys here that will want it inside...not a hope...I think I could tolerate it under the weeping cherry blossom   ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2013, 01:18:33 pm
I don't know that I have either of those Maddy. Could you push me in a wheelchair perhaps or would that hold you up too much LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 10, 2013, 01:20:40 pm
I'd make sure we shopped down hill  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 10, 2013, 02:30:00 pm
Superb effort again Maddy  ;) I'd be putting Foxy Loxy outside as well I think.
I think the conversation about eggs was pasteurisation and to keep them in the fridge because of salmonella. Mine have migrated to the cooler climate, even tho it was handy to have them at room temperature.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 10, 2013, 08:03:12 pm
Maddy fantastic shopping. That cutlery is so pretty. Your known haunts must love it when you come through the doors  ;D

With the eggs when my DD got a severe case of salmonella years ago from free range eggs, the experts at the time told us to never wash eggs and to leave them at room temp so I've always just followed that advice - it could be wrong these days though given how advice always seems to be changing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 10, 2013, 08:11:22 pm
Judy I would love to go shopping with you and Maddy too. We could have a ball just watching her. We could also act as spotters.

Gert
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 10, 2013, 08:24:15 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 10, 2013, 12:29:43 pm
Wow! and happy birthday Jamberie

Did you get any attachments or are you going to be using it mainly for baking?

Thanks CP...it's not for a couple of weeks but I'm going I get to play with it soon :)

I have a feel I ng DH may have bought some attachments but I think I'll have to wait and see for those!

It's a busy time of year Judy with lots going on so that's why I'm not in your b'day book :) but don't worry, you haven't missed it :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 10, 2013, 08:40:37 pm
 i have 3 full days of shopping next week, not happy Jan  >:(
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 10, 2013, 08:52:41 pm
Blimey Uni that is a lot of shopping days planned :o You will be exhausted with sore feet :D :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on December 10, 2013, 09:08:03 pm
Great shopping Maddy, lovely things. 

Don't envy your shopping trips Uni.  Glad mine are all done.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 10, 2013, 09:14:26 pm
shopping in Bali can be a pain in the........................... :-))

lucky frank made a list, its 4 pages long





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Post by: droverjess on December 10, 2013, 09:49:47 pm
Wow Uni! sore feet and empty wallet!

Jamberie that is great, I have a kenwood and only unpacked it this week after 6 m in a box. Haven't used it yet. Need to make cakes this week as presents. Happy birthday to you.

http://johnlewis.scene7.com/is/image/JohnLewis/231656325?$prod_exlrg$

This vacuum is great.... The power is amazing. It was a 'which' magazine best buy.
Still using old vax one to get worst up then this for fine clean. Am gobsmacked!
Bought several boxes of filters at same time.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 10, 2013, 09:52:48 pm
Jamberie how exciting, you'll love making cakes and pavs once you get it.

Uni don't envy all that shopping although will be in the same boat if I don't soon get to the shops.

DJ, I know a few people who swear by the Miele cleaners.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 10, 2013, 11:23:34 pm
Yes we could encourage her to buy Gretchen but then again does our maddy need anymore encouragement  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on December 11, 2013, 12:02:48 am
Great shopping Maddy, love your purchases.

Uni, you will be exhausted by the time you finish the first page. :D

You have a generous DH Jamberie.  Happy Birthday
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 11, 2013, 02:01:37 am
Happy birthday Jamberie. What a lovely gift.

Muddy, Judy and Gert could carry the shopping.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on December 11, 2013, 02:10:35 am
I just received the Amber teething necklace I brought for the baby - and am still unsure whether to use it or not  :-\
Never had one for the other 3, so don't know what to expect but was recommended by a mum of 3 when she saw my bub crying with teeth pain.(at that stage I was gonna try anything to help the poor child get relief)  :-)) So straight away ordered one.
Anyone used them or know anything about them...? Please?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 11, 2013, 02:13:53 am
Sorry Astarra never heard of them
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Post by: Wonder on December 11, 2013, 02:16:55 am
Astarra, I just had a quick look on google and there seem to be a few safety notifications from the SIDS foundation and also the Government Safety Agency against the use of them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2013, 02:25:45 am
DD was going to get one for Eve but she never did get it, i was glad she didnt. it just doesn't seem safe to me
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on December 11, 2013, 02:33:28 am
That is exactly the way I feel - doesn't seem safe, just wanted to ask.... :)
Thanx Wonder and Uni.  :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on December 11, 2013, 02:59:24 am
Astarra my DD had them when they are small you can wrap them around their ankles instead of wearing them around their neck.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 11, 2013, 03:51:52 am
we just used bonjela, or babies love  ice cubes
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 11, 2013, 04:36:06 am
Go with your gut Astarra :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on December 11, 2013, 05:00:29 am
I had one for Lily and never put her to bed with it on. It didn't make a difference with her teething either but it looked cute :D:D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on December 11, 2013, 06:59:08 am
I still swear by Bonjela and have it in the house for when I get ulcers.  My son was always fun to put bonjela on....he liked the taste and used to try and lick it off of your finger before you could actually get it on his gums.  Both the kids also responded well to the chewy teethers that you could put in the freezer.....they both suffered really badly when they were teething...my son used to run horrible temperatures...it was a relief when they finally got all their baby teeth.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 11, 2013, 07:53:30 am
We used one of those things you could put in the freezer. It seemed to give a lot of relief.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on December 11, 2013, 10:21:30 am
Wow Jamberie great gift congratulations. Love the color.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 11, 2013, 10:28:17 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on December 11, 2013, 10:21:30 am
Wow Jamberie great gift congratulations. Love the color.

Thanks Kimmy :) My DH knows what I love...I'm not sure I would have gone with the colour I really liked (the one he chose) or a white/yellow to match the kitchen. I'm very pleased he chose because I got what I love, not what I like :)...now to organise the kitchen  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 11, 2013, 10:41:43 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 11, 2013, 07:53:30 am
We used one of those things you could put in the freezer. It seemed to give a lot of relief.

you cant put them the freezer these days cookie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 11, 2013, 11:19:39 am
I can't believe a company would make so many different colours available - they must sell enough of each one to make it profitable though.  Nice colour Jamberie, is it going to sit out on the bench next to the Thermomix?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 11, 2013, 11:25:59 am
Astarra I swear by amber teething necklaces. Both of my kids has them. You buy short enough so they aren't dangling off the child and take them off at sleep/bath time. You need Baltic amber. It seriously worked magic. There is other natural teething gel you can buy too which I've never used before. It's new on the market but is getting rave reviews. I'm all for natural health assistant where possible. I also used to buy on occasion homoeopathic teething tablets from the pharmacy. Good luck! Upset bubs are hard work. Poor thing.
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 11, 2013, 11:34:05 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 11, 2013, 11:19:39 am
I can't believe a company would make so many different colours available - they must sell enough of each one to make it profitable though.  Nice colour Jamberie, is it going to sit out on the bench next to the Thermomix?
I haven't decided Judy...I don't like a lot of things on the bench so they might have to take turns! But at the same time I don't think I could be bothered pulling them in and out of the cupboard either. .. decisions decisions!

I love all the colors and am very happy that I didn't have to decide...There are too many to choose from for sure.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on December 11, 2013, 08:02:35 pm
Both  *: and my kenwood live out on the bench.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 11, 2013, 08:54:00 pm
That's a gorgeous colour Jamberie - lucky girl.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 11, 2013, 10:31:27 pm
Jamberie. my kitchenaid sits on the bench, and all my other thermy's and toys.


Love the color.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 11, 2013, 11:00:56 pm
Jamberie, how exciting, what a lovely surprise. What are you going to make in it?

HHW
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on December 11, 2013, 11:09:23 pm
Jamberie...it's a beautiful coloured mixer  8)


Mrs.  GERT........don't know if I should thank you or smack you  :P
Took Miss. 16 to T2, as she loves tea & Gert had given her approval....came out of there poorer for the experience!
You have to hand it to them....the design of their their store, displays, vibe & tasting bar is a very clever concept.   it would have been the busiest store in town (with many teenagers)
I am a coffee addict, but I found I wanted to sample their teas  :o
So, we walked out with

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/86e9c489e488e2467e5b80ac6e0221ab.jpg)
And we were given lots of samples to see what Miss. 16 likes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/48ff334bc0d4998a60d6569518b67b17.jpg)
The iced tea christmas offer, with fruitalicious & Turkish apple tea

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/be7489195de50b0efb147b9cd16aa3b0.jpg)
More sample teas.


I spent 6 hours in town, whilst DD was at movies & lunch with friends....so I finally put a big dent in my Christmas shopping.
Only have DS to buy for, but that's all done in 1 sports store thankfully.

unfortunately the T2 store is positioned opposite the Peter Alexander store....which DD & I both adore, so there was some spending carnage there....until a creepy older man kept following us around & asking me questions  :o :-)) probably a good thing for my credit card  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 11, 2013, 11:17:36 pm
I love T2, have many teas & jugs etc :)

Still have a little first flush left of Darjeeling, the one Gert costed out to be more than french champagne.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on December 12, 2013, 01:22:35 am
We are officially up to 46 different teas...my husband is now on a tea ban because every time he walks into T2 he walks out with a new tea....at least we do drink them all.

I bought my christmas present from Spotlight today...a Brother ScanNCut to use for quilting/applique.  They were on sale and then the lovely cashier gave me a card that was another 15% off so I was a happy little vegemite.

I called into Aldi on the way home to grab a couple of groceries and there is a very interesting item that will be on sale from next wednesday...yet more competition for the Thermomix.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 12, 2013, 01:33:55 am
Great shopping Maddy, was probably a good thing the creepy older man came along  ;D

I might have to buy one of those jugs, DD went on a T2 craze last tear but it was over as fast as it started!
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Post by: astarra on December 12, 2013, 02:06:07 am
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 11, 2013, 11:25:59 am
Astarra I swear by amber teething necklaces. Both of my kids has them. You buy short enough so they aren't dangling off the child and take them off at sleep/bath time. You need Baltic amber. It seriously worked magic. There is other natural teething gel you can buy too which I've never used before. It's new on the market but is getting rave reviews. I'm all for natural health assistant where possible. I also used to buy on occasion homeopathic teething tablets from the pharmacy. Good luck! Upset bubs are hard work. Poor thing.

Thanx, INAID, it is a genuine Baltic amber one I have. The other girls want to wear it now..... :-)) :-)) :-)) (as a fashion accessory)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: fundj&e on December 12, 2013, 02:30:56 am
Quote from: stacelee on December 12, 2013, 01:22:35 am


I called into Aldi on the way home to grab a couple of groceries and there is a very interesting item that will be on sale from next wednesday...yet more competition for the Thermomix.

i have a photo of it, if i post it i will be on my 3rd strike.................... ;D

$349 with a 3 year warranty 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on December 12, 2013, 02:41:37 am
Great shopping Maddy, love T2 tea
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Post by: mcmich on December 12, 2013, 03:05:28 am
Quote from: fundj&e on December 12, 2013, 02:30:56 am
Quote from: stacelee on December 12, 2013, 01:22:35 am


I called into Aldi on the way home to grab a couple of groceries and there is a very interesting item that will be on sale from next wednesday...yet more competition for the Thermomix.

i have a photo of it, if i post it i will be on my 3rd strike.................... ;D

$349 with a 3 year warranty 

I saw it too  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 12, 2013, 03:05:46 am
For all you tea lovers out there, we have a wonderful specialist tea shop along the road from our shop called Storm in a Teacup.  I rarely go there because I don't drink tea (I do go there to buy their delicious cakes, though), but Hannah, the owner, is amazingly knowledgeable.  This (http://www.storminateacup.com.au/) is their web site.  Unfortunately, they don't have an on-line shop, but I am sure if you are interested and give them a ring Hannah will be delighted to help you.  It was Halley's reference to the first flush Darjeeling that bought the shop to my mind.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on December 12, 2013, 03:14:26 am
I'm a tea nut also.  I have far more than I "need" but sometimes can't resist when something new appears, especially the Republic of Tea site.

My tea cupboard (http://www.asenjigalblogs.com/collecting-vintage-kitchen-gadgets-cookware-appliances/collecting-teapots-and-tea-paraphanalia/tea-paraphanalia-2/) from a couple of years ago - there are more now.

A couple of decades back a friend in Mt. Dandenong used to send me Ty-Nee tips tea,  I think that was the name, a loose tea which I really liked - she had some with here when she lived here for a year and left me her supply when she returned to OZ.
  It's been a long time, I may have the name wrong. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 12, 2013, 03:16:34 am
Quote from: Halex on December 11, 2013, 11:17:36 pm
I love T2, have many teas & jugs etc :)

Still have a little first flush left of Darjeeling, the one Gert costed out to be more than french champagne.

Better get some more Hally. Is it the right time of year for it?

Jamberie in Cairns Central the tea2 shop is opposite peter alexander as well. Interesting.


Pity it was recently sold off to Unilever and English Dutch company.

I love the concept .

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 12, 2013, 03:33:51 am
Wow Andie, that is some tea cupboard. They have come in lovely canisters.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 12, 2013, 03:45:49 am
Cuilidh I would love to go into that shop!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 12, 2013, 03:49:29 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 12, 2013, 03:45:49 am
Cuilidh I would love to go into that shop!

Gert
... maybe when you are passing to / from Hobart next year??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on December 12, 2013, 03:51:13 am
Better get some more Hally. Is it the right time of year for it?
Dont think so Gert.

But off to,the shops now, hope there is still parking.

HHW
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on December 12, 2013, 03:51:35 am
Andi, that is a great collection of tea and love the tins  :)
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Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2013, 03:57:15 am
Storm in a Teacup, is that where we went Marina.  You have some great shops in your area.

I can't believe how much tea some of you have in your cupboards, how many cups a day do you drink? I only have 2-3  cups of beverage a day and only the last one is tea. In summer I may drink more iced teas though.

I love your collection of tins too Andie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 12, 2013, 04:01:38 am
Yes, that was the shop we went to Judy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 12, 2013, 06:03:27 am
I bought another trailer today, abig one, it fits a car, but will be good for poly pipe... ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 12, 2013, 07:07:27 am
No Uni I am sure you will be safe if you post a photo of it. I'd like to see it.

I have just made some iced tea. It is called Fruit Punch.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 12, 2013, 07:20:23 am
The Bellini is now being sold with a cookbook and a separate scales. Lots of interest in it and the one in. Aldi which I have seen advertised for $269.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: SoBlessed on December 12, 2013, 09:12:53 am
Ooooh, Stacelee I want one of those!! Please tell me all about your Scan N Cut & how much it was. I was just looking at them on YouTube & I want one. I already have a Cricut & a Big Shot so I would be very naughty! But it is Christmas after all  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-
Post by: stacelee on December 12, 2013, 11:17:13 am
I'm totally in love with the scan n cut already.  I goofed off for a while this afternoon and used it to cut out an appliqué baby dragon from a design by the quiltery.  Once I worked out how to scan the design in, it was really quick to cut.  I've now worked out how to convert the pdf pattern into svg file and then upload it to the brother scan n cut canvas website where you can convert it to the format the cutter uses.  Takes only a few minutes to do.  I just need us to close for christmas so I have time to cut out the rest of the blocks.  It's so much easier than trying to cut by hand.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 12, 2013, 11:22:09 am
Hehe Astarra. Let me know how you find it. I would be interested to know if you get the same results :)

My KA lives on the bench.

46 teas wow just wow! I love my Prana Chai. I think it is from Melbourne.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2013, 11:32:37 am
Talking about the amber teething necklaces, here's my amber necklace from Poland.  I only wear it in winter over jumpers and strangely, it does has a calming affect.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 12, 2013, 12:25:26 pm
That's beautiful Judy and would be Baltic. I could do with wearing one lately. Stressed hugely!
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Post by: droverjess on December 12, 2013, 05:44:13 pm
Wow Andie.... Next time the young mutter about my tea I shall show them the picture... LOL.

Please send me some of these magic beads immediate... I'd love a calming effect.....
A tall order methinks...  ;D

Never heard of a scan and cut... Will have to google.. Is there a pic.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on December 13, 2013, 12:17:43 am
Oh....now I want a scan - n- cut .....but I also already have a Cricut Expression.........
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on December 13, 2013, 03:47:35 am
The Scan n Cut looks good - but I already have a silhouette SD...
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Post by: jeninwa on December 13, 2013, 03:59:16 am
The scan and cut looks great, I all ready have a circuit expressions that I hardly use these days.
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Post by: mab19 on December 13, 2013, 08:15:56 am
I bought a shower unit plus fittings today.  We are taking out the old bath and just having a shower.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on December 13, 2013, 09:27:59 pm
Finally managed to get a copy of Jamie's 15 min meals, everywhere around here was sold out but found a copy at David Jones and they price matched the Kmart catologue so I got it for $25 rather than the $35 David Jones were selling it for.
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Post by: Yvette on December 13, 2013, 09:36:16 pm
I have that book Wonder must look at it again, love Jamie
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Post by: cookie1 on December 14, 2013, 07:06:30 am
I went into L'Occitane with DD today. DH has now bought me another Christmas gift. I will put it with the one he bought me from Suzanne Grae's this morning. ;) ;) ;)  I asked if he expected me to wrap them as well as buy them, his reply was "and do the card too!"  I don't really mind. I get something I really want.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 14, 2013, 07:10:54 am
That was lovely of DH. ;D :-)) :-))

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on December 14, 2013, 07:45:13 am
Bought 5kg of fresh cherries direct from the orchard this morning …….. lots of purple-stained fingers and faces at our house this afternoon  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 14, 2013, 08:03:11 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 14, 2013, 07:06:30 am
I went into L'Occitane with DD today. DH has now bought me another Christmas gift. I will put it with the one he bought me from Suzanne Grae's this morning. ;) ;) ;)  I asked if he expected me to wrap them as well as buy them, his reply was "and do the card too!"  I don't really mind. I get something I really want.

Very thoughtful of DH to get you exactly what you wanted.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 14, 2013, 08:07:46 am
ROFL. Karen I do envy you. Cherries are always expensive over here.
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Post by: judydawn on December 14, 2013, 08:11:52 am
I wonder if you'll be happy with the presents from DH cookie  ;D  It's a great idea though otherwise you could end up with something less desirable.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 14, 2013, 08:34:07 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 14, 2013, 08:11:52 am
I wonder if you'll be happy with the presents from DH cookie  ;D  It's a great idea though otherwise you could end up with something less desirable.

Yes, sometimes it is best to choose your own gifts.
My DH is challenged in the gift buying area - especially for me  ???
On our first anniversary he bought me a chain with a heart locket on it. I never wear anything around my neck as I fiddle with it until it breaks, I'm just not comfortable wearing necklaces or anything polo neck (I stretch them beyond recognition).
He knows this but bought it because I happened to admire the locket my daughter was wearing from her DH and thought I'd changed my mind.  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 14, 2013, 09:21:00 am
I got a fishing rod one year. I was happy with it as I needed a new overhead reel but something slightly feminine would have been nice too.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 14, 2013, 11:03:08 am
We both do a wish list with online links and then we also get what we want. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 14, 2013, 01:06:49 pm
I like that idea INAID.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 14, 2013, 08:10:35 pm
we don't buy much for us at all. Just a small pressie each.

But DH was buying more car parts yesterday... :)
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Post by: mab19 on December 15, 2013, 01:25:27 am
Quote from: obbie on December 14, 2013, 08:10:35 pm
we don't buy much for us at all. Just a small pressie each.


We are the same here too Robyn.  Our gift to each other this year is our new bathroom.  There wont much spare cash left after that is paid for. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 15, 2013, 01:39:55 am
Mab, we just bought a spa bath, that is going in January..
And another car, and a trailer... :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bonsai on December 15, 2013, 02:47:39 am
This fell in to my bag when the main aim of the shopping trip was buying plywood 😉(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/yzytubum.jpg)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 15, 2013, 02:53:47 am
I want this book! Who stocks it? Anyone in Cairns? All the book stores are pretty much gone these days I guess.
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Post by: judydawn on December 15, 2013, 03:39:39 am
Lucky you Bonsai.  I don't understand how it can be in stores before those that pre-ordered it receive theirs though.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 15, 2013, 04:12:25 am
That's business Judy.

Gert
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Post by: Chocolatte on December 15, 2013, 04:44:28 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 15, 2013, 03:39:39 am
Lucky you Bonsai.  I don't understand how it can be in stores before those that pre-ordered it receive theirs though.

Are they only available in Perth bookshops? I checked our local Dymocks but they had no Thermomix cookbooks at all.
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Post by: Bonsai on December 15, 2013, 06:49:37 am
I'm not sure if all Dymocks have them - when I searched their website it didn't show up. I only knew because Cookie had mentioned it.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 15, 2013, 11:35:05 am
For Tenina's next book I am not going to pre order it. I'm just going to wait until a good Dymocks gets it. Hopefully mine will come tomorrow, I paid for express post. Fingers crossed. Then I plan to have fun.
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Post by: judydawn on December 15, 2013, 11:40:02 am
Are they the same price in Dymocks?
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Post by: astarra on December 15, 2013, 11:53:32 pm
Hmmmmmmm
my Chrissy gifts to me decided to order themselves today... :-)) I just can't help myself!!  :-))
 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 15, 2013, 11:56:14 pm
Well done astarra, you deserve a Christmas present to yourself plus lots from the rest of the family as well.  Haven't seen that pie book before.
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Post by: astarra on December 16, 2013, 12:02:13 am
Thanx JD, I hadn't seen the pie book either so I hope it is useful... :-)) :)
Both have guaranteed delivery by the end of the week - so i hope their guarantee is good!!  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on December 16, 2013, 12:33:33 am
I've just been to Westfield to (this time - fingers crossed) finish off the last of the Christmas shopping.  Just random little things to go in with the Xmas hampers I've made with jams & fudges. 
So a strawberry huller for mum after she was admiring mine, a cocktail recipe stick set for my brother, fridge scrabble magnets for my sister, and also 2 reindeer antler headbands for the kids (as requested by DD). 

Oh, and a new pair of sunglasses for me as my last (quite new) pair has vanished.  They're not going under the tree though - will start using them straight away.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 01:19:30 am
Yes Judy, the books are $50 at Dymocks and if you buy them there no postage of course. Hopefully mine will come today. I am going to get Jeninwa to sign this one.
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Post by: Emme on December 16, 2013, 02:02:10 am
Great books Astarra ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2013, 03:35:27 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 01:19:30 am
Yes Judy, the books are $50 at Dymocks and if you buy them there no postage of course. Hopefully mine will come today. I am going to get Jeninwa to sign this one.
cos she did a lot of behind the scenes work?
I agree its no advantage preordering unless you are unable to get to the bookstore. Garden City must be the only stockist ATM cos I rang up Karrinyup and they don't have them yet
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Post by: jeninwa on December 16, 2013, 04:00:26 am
Tenina is going to be at weigh and pay ( I think it Wednesday) they will have the new book there. You will be able to get your new book signed at the same time.
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Post by: maddy on December 16, 2013, 05:57:02 am
Have never seen a Tenina book down here  :(....Pre-ordering the only option   :-\

I have been very bad....again

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d852c8045d8aedcc89bb866191079741.jpg)
X2 pandora pendants....they are so pretty on a bracelet

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/40a5d0ec6eef3a4a470301f8654165df.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 06:07:11 am
They certainly are maddy, would love one on mine  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on December 16, 2013, 06:14:34 am
Beautiful. Maddy. A Danish company but where are they made? Lots of lovely stuff for everyone.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 07:21:46 am
Boo hoo. My book didn't arrive today. Weigh n Pay is a fair drive so I won't be heading out there. I went two weeks ago and love the store, but I stocked up. I can't really rationalise another trip. Haven't got my book to get signed anyway.   :'( I see on Facebook that Tenina has an Australia Post truck coming to pick them all up.

I am itching to use it.

The Garden City Dymocks is very on the ball. I am impressed with them.
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Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2013, 07:57:44 am
My book has been dispatched today, so I should have it for Christmas.  Will be nice to sit and go through it over the holiday period  :D

Beautiful Maddy.  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on December 16, 2013, 08:00:47 am
Very jealous ladies - I have yet to purchase an actual Tenina book (have the e-books) as the shipping is as much as the books!!  Something for me too look out for the next time we head to Aus!
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 08:05:33 am
Mine is on the way too Julie, in fact I received notification that 4 parcels have been dispatched to me today.  
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Post by: mcmich on December 16, 2013, 08:08:50 am
Gorgeous Maddy - makes me wonder if I should have sold mine  ???
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Post by: Emme on December 16, 2013, 08:26:31 am
Have also been notified that my copy of  Tenina's book is being despatched today.  

Beautiful Maddy
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 08:45:17 am
I think the Aussie Post truck must have arrived as mine has been despatched too. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2013, 09:07:55 am
I thought I'd pop over to garden City and pick up a copy for Xmas for my DD. Great to look thru while I wait for the postie.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 16, 2013, 09:54:58 am
Mine hasn't arrived yet either. Maybe just one more sleep.
Love that charm Maddy. Just gorgeous.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 11:45:56 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2013, 09:07:55 am
I thought I'd pop over to garden City and pick up a copy for Xmas for my DD. Great to look thru while I wait for the postie.

What a lovely Mum. It will possibly save her from borrowing yours.  ;)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 16, 2013, 12:35:30 pm
She lives in Melbourne cookie  :D the other one lives in Sydney as well as DS. All 3 have thermies in their kitchens so it costs me a fortune buying these books, so I have to rein myself in and stagnate purchases. Helps if I win copies tho  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2013, 01:19:01 pm
I had visions of her returning after Christmas with your book under her arm!
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Post by: JulieO on December 16, 2013, 08:55:49 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 08:05:33 am
Mine is on the way too Julie, in fact I received notification that 4 parcels have been dispatched to me today.  


I love getting things in the mail.  Nothing I like better than seeing the words "on board with driver"  ;D
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Post by: obbie on December 16, 2013, 09:06:35 pm
I will be adding to here today, as i have the morning off to go shopping..
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 16, 2013, 08:55:49 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 08:05:33 am
Mine is on the way too Julie, in fact I received notification that 4 parcels have been dispatched to me today. 


I love getting things in the mail.  Nothing I like better than seeing the words "on board with driver"  ;D

I agree Julie, the only problem is if you are not going to be home and the parcel gets left at the front door.  That always worries me.  I have 2 days with no meals out with friends this week and that's Wed & Thursday so hopefully they will come on those days before I leave to visit Geoff in the early afternoon, especially the 18kg box from my DD in Melbourne.
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Post by: Halex on December 16, 2013, 11:16:17 pm
I have just done a good Williams & Sonoma order, everything I ordered was reduced :)

Bought some more of their gold bakeware as it just falls out of the tins :) plus quite a few extra things ;D

HHW :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2013, 04:29:03 am
My book arrived this morning from Tenina. DH was home to sign for it. I had to do the books for the club so I haven't even had a look. I find it easier not to look than to have to put it down.
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Post by: Halex on December 17, 2013, 04:32:40 am
Cookie, bought mine & made something already. Its handy being close to GC :)
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Post by: obbie on December 17, 2013, 06:10:29 am
I bought more clothes, and finished chrissie shopping
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 07:32:39 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 17, 2013, 04:29:03 am
I had to do the books for the club so I haven't even had a look. I find it easier not to look than to have to put it down.

Your willpower is phenomenal. As well as the look in the bookshop, I was having quick peeps at the traffic lights.  Recipes look very do able.
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Post by: arcadia on December 17, 2013, 07:36:46 am
Have been away for a few days and have succumbed after reading about everyone ordering/buying.   Have ordered, and patiently waiting on delivery, will be a birthday present to myself.

DH was home at mail time and their was a parcel for me, thankfully it is my Mums Christmas present and not something I wanted to fly under the radar.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 07:40:41 am
Quote from: arcadia on December 17, 2013, 07:36:46 am
thankfully it is my Mums Christmas present and not something I wanted to fly under the radar.

I know that feeling  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 17, 2013, 10:45:05 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 07:40:41 am
Quote from: arcadia on December 17, 2013, 07:36:46 am
thankfully it is my Mums Christmas present and not something I wanted to fly under the radar.

I know that feeling  :D
Yep me too. Hubby does afternoon and night shift 2 weeks out of seven with the odd day off. Guess when my parcels always arrive??
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2013, 11:11:07 am
I like mine to arrive on car club days but it doesn't always happen either.  :)
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Post by: arcadia on December 17, 2013, 11:16:08 am
So glad I am not the only one.  Normally have the typical answer oh this I have had it for agggeeess, don't you take any notice..  Although it does not normally work.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2013, 11:36:38 am
If my DH misses the delivery he usually sees it on the credit card. I don't buy much online though. Not as much as him. He loves his vintage car stuff. We sort of equal out.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 01:37:39 pm
Let's all have 30 seconds of silence for maddys DH cos he would've heard a lot creative answers not yet published  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 17, 2013, 02:00:00 pm
I'd like to meet the dear man and congratulate him on being the most tolerant person on earth as far as his DW's shopping is concerned.
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Post by: obbie on December 17, 2013, 08:28:00 pm
Three cheers for Maddy"S DH.. :D :D :D :D


I just buy what I want, so does my DH.

He buys cars, and car stuff, I buy kitchen stuff.
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Post by: Wonder on December 17, 2013, 08:57:41 pm
We both just buy what we want. Most of the time DH wouldn't even notice that I've bought anything.
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Post by: Emme on December 17, 2013, 09:24:49 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 01:37:39 pm
Let's all have 30 seconds of silence for maddys DH cos he would've heard a lot creative answers not yet published  ;D

 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on December 17, 2013, 10:13:09 pm
Hilarious  :D
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Post by: JulieO on December 18, 2013, 12:59:13 am
Quote from: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 16, 2013, 08:55:49 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 16, 2013, 08:05:33 am
Mine is on the way too Julie, in fact I received notification that 4 parcels have been dispatched to me today. 


I love getting things in the mail.  Nothing I like better than seeing the words "on board with driver"  ;D

I agree Julie, the only problem is if you are not going to be home and the parcel gets left at the front door.  That always worries me.  I have 2 days with no meals out with friends this week and that's Wed & Thursday so hopefully they will come on those days before I leave to visit Geoff in the early afternoon, especially the 18kg box from my DD in Melbourne.

Yes they never used to leave parcels if no-one was home, now it's a bit hit and miss as to whether they do or not.  Wouldn't be fun having to pick up a 18kg box from the PO  :o (hope it's something nice)  :D
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Post by: judydawn on December 18, 2013, 02:56:18 am
Yay, my big parcel and one of the small ones have been delivered. DD had some lovely gifts for me in the box - sandals, 2 recipe books, 2 bottles of wine and a Sunbeam Café Crema espresso machine plus a bag of coffee, a present for her Nana and some goodies from their shop for a couple of lads I want to give a present to on Christmas Day.   Also the clothes I left behind when I was over there recently  :-))

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Post by: Wonder on December 18, 2013, 03:50:07 am
Sounds like a great package Judy.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 18, 2013, 04:19:45 am
Lovely package Judy. I had a Sunbeam like that. In fact I still have it, but use the capsule one in preference. Only because it is quicker. I loved the coffee from it.
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Post by: mcmich on December 18, 2013, 05:11:41 am
What a generous daughter you have Judy.  :D Lots of lovely gifts.

After having coffee at Cookies, I bought DH a the capsule machine for Fathers' Day that year. He loves it - and it came in red.  ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 18, 2013, 05:24:21 am
Nice, Judy :)

Sooo excited. Bought a new toy - Philips Airfryer XL size. Harvey Norman matched Myer's sale price of $399. And it came in white instead of black at Myer. Got to match my TM :D

Bring on the healthy fries! 😁😝
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/18/egy5u5e6.jpg)
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Post by: maddy on December 18, 2013, 06:24:32 am
Judy.....now that's some parcel!!!  8) how exciting

BZB.....have eyed that one off myself......I just have no room for it at the moment  :(

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on December 17, 2013, 01:37:39 pm
Let's all have 30 seconds of silence for maddys DH cos he would've heard a lot creative answers not yet published  ;D

Cheeky monkey  :P
He would be in stunned silence with what I crammed in 2 hours today  ;D finished the Xmas presents, and bought a box of apothecary jars & small milk bottles with lids for hampers I'm making up (friends/teachers).....just gotta cook it all now  :-\  tomorrow is going to be 41c, so will crank up aircon & cook myself silly I think.
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Post by: mcmich on December 18, 2013, 07:00:47 am
Well Maddy, your DH obviously doesn't complain (like mine) about having the air con on and the oven at the same time  :-\

What you loose on the swing, you gain on the merry-go-round  ;D
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Post by: dede on December 18, 2013, 09:35:20 am
I received a $50 Coles Myer gift voucher from work and a $500 Coles Myer gift voucher from the place I brought my car from. Going to finish my christmas shopping tomorrow. Not sure what else I might buy :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 18, 2013, 10:08:18 am
Ooh I love that saying Michele. Never heard it before, but love it.
Lovely Mandi. Happy spending. I'm sure you will find something to buy. If not wait for the sales.
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Post by: Emme on December 19, 2013, 05:49:16 am
This arrived today, won't know if it works until we start harvesting the tomatoes (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/19/e3yvu9yg.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on December 19, 2013, 05:52:10 am
Wow, great concept Marie - you will have to let us know how it goes.  :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 19, 2013, 06:23:50 am
Thats a machine that crushes the tomatoes and spits out the skins?
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Post by: Emme on December 19, 2013, 06:30:44 am
Yep, that is what it is supposed to do CP.  I am hoping it will take the seeds as well. 
Quote from: mcmich on December 19, 2013, 05:52:10 am
Wow, great concept Marie - you will have to let us know how it goes.  :)

Will do Michele  :)
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Post by: goldfish on December 19, 2013, 06:31:25 am
That's terrific, Marie ... Where did you find it?
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Post by: Emme on December 19, 2013, 06:37:32 am
Goldfish I bought it from here (http://www.bakeandbrew.com.au/product/tomato-press-rigamonti-abs/)  It has gone up in price($5) since I purchased it last week. Freight was expensive also.  They had been out of stock and have only just came in.  I sure hope it works
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Post by: cookie1 on December 19, 2013, 09:16:10 am
It will be so useful if it does. Save lots of time.
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Post by: dede on December 19, 2013, 07:46:27 pm
Went Christmas shopping after work yesterday to get the rest of the gifts I needed. But no I still didn't manage to finish. I went to Target and Kmart but nothing jumped out at me to buy for a couple of my friends :(
I'm off to a meeting with my old employer this morning which is not far from Myer so I'm going to leave a bit earlier and pop in there to see if I can find that extra special gift. :)
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Post by: Wonder on December 19, 2013, 08:16:47 pm
I couldn't resist. A dehydrator from Aldi, we put in some quartered nectarines and peaches and also an apple and a few leftover cherries to dry overnight and this morning the apples are great but the rest will need a lot longer. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/20/yma7ujy3.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 19, 2013, 08:31:34 pm
Looks a very compact machine Wonder.A great buy at that price 8)
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Post by: JulieO on December 19, 2013, 08:36:50 pm
It's a nice looking machine Wonder.  :)
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Post by: obbie on December 19, 2013, 08:48:09 pm
looks good Wonder
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Post by: Jamberie on December 19, 2013, 09:18:00 pm
Looks gret Wonder. I have the Sunbeam one. .. I'm not that happy with it, wish I'd have waited for the aldi one now
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Post by: Wonder on December 19, 2013, 10:54:08 pm
After just the first use I started looking at the expensive ones online, I loved the apples this morning and added watermelon and oranges to it this morning before going to work. I know the novelty will wear off but think it's something I could end up getting much more use than expected from.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 19, 2013, 11:09:49 pm
I doubt there will be much left of the watermelon after dehydrating as it is about 91% water . LOL!

Does it make a lot of noise.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on December 20, 2013, 12:03:30 am
Gert thats what I thought but a few people online mentioned they loved it. I wouldn't imagine there will be much left but I'll be interested to see what it looks like when I get home tonight.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 20, 2013, 12:29:27 am
Me too wonder . Please take a pic.

Gert
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Post by: Halex on December 20, 2013, 12:45:02 am
Great shopping Wonder :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2013, 04:19:28 am
Jamberie I am very disappointed in my Sunbeam one too.
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Post by: KarenH on December 20, 2013, 04:46:42 am
I have just bought another 2 of the Tovolo ice-cream containers and a cupcake batter pen to use with the kids new donut-maker machine - purely due to the influence of the people on this forum  :-))
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Post by: obbie on December 20, 2013, 04:49:07 am
Karen, the kids love our donut machine..
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Post by: maddy on December 20, 2013, 05:00:29 am
Quote from: KarenH on December 20, 2013, 04:46:42 am
a cupcake batter pen to use with the kids new donut-maker machine - purely due to the influence of the people on this forum  :-))

 ;D It will make the job SOOO much easier Karen  ;)

Obbie...thought of something for you to buy....a smoker.  You could smoke your own chicken, meats, fish.....I don't need one, just give it my Dad to do for me  ;)

Shopping...um....I may have bought a gold boy & girl pandora charm  :-X   Shhhh
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Post by: mcmich on December 20, 2013, 05:12:34 am
Ooohhh, what is a batter pen and do I need one?

Love the girl and boy charms Maddy. I'm thinking of getting a black leather bracelet and making up a Christmas bracelet. The leather ones only hold about 6 charms and I've looked at some pretty Christmas charms.
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Post by: KarenH on December 20, 2013, 05:18:43 am
Quote from: mcmich on December 20, 2013, 05:12:34 am
Ooohhh, what is a batter pen and do I need one?

It is kind of like a squeezy sauce bottle with a wider neck that you put batter in to pour it easily into whatever you want to cook it in.  Apparently perfect for donut makers, pancakes, pikelets etc ........

I got mine from Wheel&Barrow

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Post by: mcmich on December 20, 2013, 07:23:02 am
Thanks Karen  :D I probably sort might need one.  :-\
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Post by: KarenH on December 20, 2013, 07:25:02 am
Just giving the donut maker and cupcake pen a trial run now - the cupcake batter pen is fabulous!  You definitely need one mcmich
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Post by: Jamberie on December 20, 2013, 10:01:20 am
Quote from: KarenH on December 20, 2013, 04:46:42 am
and a cupcake batter pen to use with the kids new donut-maker machine - purely due to the influence of the people on this forum  :-))

;D;D;D

But could you imagine doing it without one now??
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Post by: obbie on December 21, 2013, 03:08:28 am
a smoker is a good idea Maddy, will look into that.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 21, 2013, 03:11:01 am
I want a smoker too they aren't dear dad tells me
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2013, 07:48:20 am
We actually use our crab boiler as a smoker. We put sawdust on the base of it. Put the fish or whatever on a high cake rack above it and put the lid on. We then put it on a gas fire and off we go.
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Post by: ElleG on December 21, 2013, 11:28:06 am
I use my Cobb BBQ as a smoker. I soak a handful of chips or sawdust in water and put them in an open foil parcel. I think sit the parcel on the briquettes and close the lid and it smokes really well. Our favourite is smoked corn beef. Love it   ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 21, 2013, 10:33:23 pm
A friend if mine has a tin box soaks woodchips in & smokes away in the bbq. Nit really sure how it works, but I am sure someone can explain.

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Post by: obbie on December 23, 2013, 12:06:53 am
will look into one ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 23, 2013, 12:44:45 am
I just took delivery of a 'string curtain'  (https://www.google.com.au/search?q=string+curtain&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=jYa3UuLoMKaYiAeZroGoCg&ved=0CF4QsAQ&biw=1366&bih=638) for my ensuite.  The door was taken off when Geoff was here to give us a wider gap for the shower chair and I want to leave it off.  This should separate the bedroom from the ensuite nicely, something a bit different.  I chose a black one to go with the walnut furniture and with the light coming through the back of it, it shouldn't look too dark (I hope).  No time to install it yet. If you haven't seen these before, scroll down and you will see the 'strings' they are made from.
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Post by: Wonder on December 23, 2013, 03:09:52 am
They look really nice JD, I've seen them in shops a few times but never thought about them for home use
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Post by: obbie on December 23, 2013, 03:12:44 am
Great idea Judy
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Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2013, 03:47:51 am
I love that Judy. Our ensuite doesn't have a door as it is over 2 metres wide. Something like this would be nice for winter as the hot flows out into the bedroom. I'm not sure if it would ruin tha aesthetics of the large open ensuite.
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Post by: judydawn on December 23, 2013, 03:54:27 am
I'll post a photo when I get it up cookie, probably be after Christmas as I need to get to a hardware and won't have time now.  I hope I like them.
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Post by: mcmich on December 23, 2013, 04:30:34 am
Lovely idea Judy - the black looks stunning in the photos.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2013, 10:08:26 am
Thanks Judy. I'll show DH the link and see what he says. I think they are very classy and would look lovely.
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Post by: judydawn on December 24, 2013, 03:05:36 am
Well I've hung my curtain.  There's not much gather in the size I bought so you'd need to double up if you wanted it thicker.  Not sure if it makes any difference to the gap as you can still see everything behind it but it's up and it's staying there ;D
Someone is bound to ask who the babies in the photos are - that's me up the top followed by DD No. 1 and DD2.
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Post by: Emme on December 24, 2013, 03:09:36 am
Looks wonderful Judy, very nice indeed  :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 24, 2013, 03:30:54 am
NICE, Judy. How did you hang it up?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2013, 04:30:26 am
It looks perfect Judy. It won't block the room off but just differentiate between the two rooms.
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Post by: judydawn on December 24, 2013, 04:54:38 am
I just slipped a black spring loaded curtain rod through the heading BZB.  No drilling needed but I did have to cut the rod to size.  These are great for small windows and light curtains.
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Post by: mab19 on December 24, 2013, 05:07:16 am
That looks very nice Judy :)
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Post by: mcmich on December 24, 2013, 05:49:45 am
That looks really good Judy.  :D
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Post by: snappy on December 24, 2013, 06:35:44 am
Very nice JD.

I got some early sale shopping in today 😮😮😮

Some black leather (like) leggings
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/24/anu2azeb.jpg)

Peplum top for work

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/24/a4ata5y4.jpg)

And some patterned stockings for winter
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/24/junery6a.jpg)

All for me!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2013, 07:09:13 am
Phewt phew. That is a wolf whistle written down.  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 24, 2013, 07:43:15 am
gorgeous snappy :D
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Post by: mcmich on December 24, 2013, 07:47:43 am
Love, Love Loving your shopping Snappy.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 24, 2013, 07:50:37 am
Very trendy, nice legs snappy  ;)

Thanks for liking my string curtain girls.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 24, 2013, 07:51:52 am
Great DIY job with the curtain Judy.It extra special because I have been in that room and know how great it looks there. ;)

Great purchase Snappy. 8)
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Post by: droverjess on December 24, 2013, 07:52:54 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 24, 2013, 07:09:13 am
Phewt phew. That is a wolf whistle written down.  :)

My thoughts exactly

Lovely Judy and love the baby pics  ;D
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Post by: djinni373 on December 24, 2013, 08:15:42 am
Wow Judy those curtains look great. Great job.
Snappy you are going to stop traffic in those 8)
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Post by: Wonder on December 24, 2013, 08:38:41 am
The curtain looks great Judy.

Love the top snappy, where's it from.
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Post by: Emme on December 24, 2013, 08:54:51 am
Great shopping ladies  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on December 24, 2013, 09:31:26 am
Love the top and pants Snappy.

This dress arrived yesterday that I won on eBay for $32.  Still had the tag attached ($149) and it fits perfectly!  So happy with it.
It's black even though it looks blue in the photo.  :D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/blackdress_zps62ee46ae.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/blackdress_zps62ee46ae.jpg.html)
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Post by: Emme on December 24, 2013, 09:37:55 am
That was a bargain Julie, looks lovely  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on December 24, 2013, 09:38:13 am
Excellent win Julie.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on December 24, 2013, 09:43:23 am
Love it Julie, a special occasion coming up?
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Post by: obbie on December 24, 2013, 09:52:06 am
bargain...
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 24, 2013, 10:05:28 am
Lovely dress Julie 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 24, 2013, 10:11:17 am
Great shopping girls. Snappy love the outfit.
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Post by: snappy on December 24, 2013, 11:16:12 am
Thanks ladies!  I'm hoping my legs look as good as the ones in the picture 😀😀😀

Love the dress JulieO!  That was a bargain!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2013, 11:30:39 am
Lovely dress JulieO. I love things with a peplum. Sadly my shape doesn't accept peplums.
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Post by: JulieO on December 24, 2013, 08:32:00 pm
Thanks girls, I love getting a bargain too  :D

Judy, no there's no special occasion coming up, I just liked it when I saw it and took a chance that it would suit/fit me when it arrived.  Was willing to take that chance for the price.  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on December 25, 2013, 03:46:57 pm
Something I bought in Prague today (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/25/maqusage.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on December 25, 2013, 08:45:15 pm
Nice and colourful Yvette (and useful too as well as a keepsake)  :)
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Post by: Yvette on December 25, 2013, 09:28:10 pm
Thanks Julie  :)
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Post by: JulieO on December 25, 2013, 10:24:37 pm
I received some 'Lush' products for Christmas and couldn't wait to use one of the bath bombs last night.  Made me smell wonderful and left my skin feeling so soft. 

Sooo have just bought myself quite a few things on line from their site.  ;D
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Post by: KarenH on December 25, 2013, 10:28:53 pm
Love the jug Yvette!  It is so nice buying things like that on holidays - always a great memory of your travels.

I love LUSH stuff too JulieO - I never manage to walk out of their shop without buying something.

We have to go to BigW today to exchange a LEGO gift for DS that he got given 2 of …….. not looking forward to the post-christmas sales rush at all  :P
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Post by: judydawn on December 25, 2013, 10:56:59 pm
Nice to hear from you Yvette and see what you've been buying.  Nice jug.  I hope the weather conditions improve for your visit to London.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 26, 2013, 02:52:22 am
I love the jug too Yvette. What a lovely keepsake.

I am another who loves Lush products. We discovered it in Brisbane many, many years ago. Then we got one over here. I love the jellies. DH can smell it a mile off. He comments about that 'stinky place'. They often have Christmas boxes out cheap after Christmas.
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Post by: Katiej on December 26, 2013, 03:35:14 am
Lovely jug Yvette.

I think I'm with your DH on that one Cookie - I can smell that shop a mile off too and it makes me feel ill.
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Post by: judydawn on December 26, 2013, 04:19:54 am
I've never heard of a Lush shop, where is it Katie?
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Post by: KarenH on December 26, 2013, 04:23:32 am
Its in Rundle Mall at the bottom of the Myer Centre Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on December 26, 2013, 04:34:42 am
Thanks Karen, I have to go to town to visit the T2 shop soon so I'll check it out.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 26, 2013, 05:02:13 am
Just follow your nose Judy.  ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on December 26, 2013, 05:09:16 am
LOL Cookie.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 26, 2013, 05:28:47 am
Love the jug Yvette. Hope you are having a great time.
Quote from: judydawn on December 26, 2013, 04:34:42 am
Thanks Karen, I have to go to town to visit the T2 shop soon so I'll check it out.
T2 and Lush. Look forward to seeing the spoils of that day's shopping Judy ;D
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Post by: JulieO on December 26, 2013, 06:58:06 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 26, 2013, 02:52:22 am

I am another who loves Lush products. We discovered it in Brisbane many, many years ago. Then we got one over here. I love the jellies. DH can smell it a mile off. He comments about that 'stinky place'. They often have Christmas boxes out cheap after Christmas.

If I hadn't received some as a gift I probably wouldn't have bothered buying any.  Bath bombs I've had in past have never been all that great, I thought they'd all be pretty much the same.  I was pleasantly surprised with these though and look forward to trying out some of the other fragrances.  :D
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Post by: Yvette on December 26, 2013, 07:26:18 am
Thanks ladies I will post some more pics when I get back to London tomorrow I will be able to transfer all my photos from my iPhone to iPad
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Post by: BeezeeBee on December 26, 2013, 10:18:43 am
I survived the Boxing Day Sales! Was stressful getting a parking spot at Garden City. But after that it was so much fun. Without the kids and DH 😁

Bought orange water bottle and orange pencil case at Smiggles for DS8. Birthday next Tuesday :)

Too many people at Kookai. Walked out. Went to Myer instead, to shop for birthday gifts for my sister's birthday. Books were on 40%. Got Jamie's 30 min  book that had RRP of $49 for her. Not sure if cheaper anywhere else. Was disappointed that the 15-min book was not available. Bought bathers and an Esprit top for myself.

Then on to Spotlight and Kitchen Warehouse. Spent a long time mulling over a table cloth, runner and placemats for sis. Got a few platters and silverware for her as well. She will have pretty things the next time she throws a party :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 26, 2013, 11:02:36 am
Good on you BZB. It would have been fun in a different way. My DD has her birthday next Tuesday too.
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Post by: Halex on December 26, 2013, 11:05:36 am
I will be going to gc tomorrow, might walk there :)
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Post by: obbie on December 26, 2013, 09:17:06 pm
My kids love smiggles too.
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Post by: courton on December 26, 2013, 09:34:16 pm
DH bought a Samsung smart TV using DJ gift cards which were redeemed from frequent flyer and altitude points. Thanks for pointing out about doing this on the Forum a few months ago. A great idea! We can proudly say we shelled out only $5 cash on the TV!!
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Post by: JulieO on December 26, 2013, 11:52:32 pm
Wow, bargain Courton!  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on December 27, 2013, 12:00:52 am
Fantastic, Courton!!  Well done!

Have to admit, when I read this the words came to mind  from a Daffy Duck cartoon my chn used to watch years and years ago, and which kind of became a punchline within the family . . . ." . .  absolutely free!! . ..  for fiiiive dollars!!! . . ." ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 27, 2013, 12:07:09 am
Fantastic Courton, love to hear a bargain :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 27, 2013, 05:09:39 am
Well done Courton. We recently cashed all our frequent flyer points in for vouchers as well. Not enough for a free tv but certainly enough to pay for the shopping a few times.
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Post by: mab19 on December 27, 2013, 05:16:01 am
What a bargain Courton. :)
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Post by: mcmich on December 27, 2013, 05:41:36 am
Wow Courton $5 for a fancy TV   :o  You are the Bargain Queen  ;D
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Post by: obbie on December 27, 2013, 09:25:23 pm
$5 is a bargain...
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Post by: Yvette on December 27, 2013, 11:20:50 pm
Good buying Courton  :)
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Post by: mcmich on December 28, 2013, 01:19:21 am
Harris Scarfe Home has opened in Newcastle which I have a $20.00 gift card for as well. I was there today and saw some Laguiole cutlery sets on sale. I could have bought a setting for 8 with salad servers in red or white for $79.00 or a setting for 6 in the multi coloured for $49.00. I went straight for the red and bought the set but by the time I got back to the car, I had changed my mind and thought I can forego the salad servers and get 2 sets of the multi coloured for the same price as the red set with my gift card.

Can anyone tell me if there is different qualities in the cutlery as this seems very reasonably priced? Can it be put in the dishwasher?
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Post by: obbie on December 28, 2013, 03:02:36 am
Michelle, I have the multi colored set from Myers.  Love it. I put everything in the dishwasher too.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 28, 2013, 08:00:59 pm
I try to keep away from this thread as there are too many interesting purchases.  Very weak and always tempted.  LOL.
Bought a Mad Milly Cheese making kit and a Kerfir kit.  Also a raised garden bed.  Love vouchers.
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Post by: maddy on December 28, 2013, 09:27:10 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 28, 2013, 01:19:21 am
Can anyone tell me if there is different qualities in the cutlery as this seems very reasonably priced? Can it be put in the dishwasher?

interesting question Michele....in a word, yes.
Laguiole is not a brand itself, but a town in France, so basically anyone/country can produce cutlery & call it laguiole. 
There is hand produced (prestige collection)and then there is mass produced cutlery, some that are made in France, and a lot from China....and there will be a difference in steel quality between all of them all.
You will notice on different cutlery in stores, there will be different designers names, marking on them.
The cutlery bought in most our kitchen stores, will be mass produced or actually made in China.
....saying that, I still love the green cutlery I've been collecting...so all good.

I think hand washing is usually recommended for all cutlery  ;)

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Post by: mcmich on December 29, 2013, 03:41:07 am
Thanks for the information Maddy - I obviously have the mass produced sets. It has the bee on the side of the wooden box and says Urbain I think, not Jean Dubost like my friends does. It's pretty anyway.  :D
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Post by: droverjess on December 29, 2013, 09:11:41 am
We have quality stainless steel cutlery from Sheffield for everyday and dishwasher. Some of it was my mothers and is well over 50 years old, and still like new. I chose mine in 1985 as I knew my mothers had lasted. When she downsized I got some more. The only thing that is newer are the knives. They are 7 years old and were chosen to be DW proof and were cheaper than the AP ones.  I do have 'bone' handled knives too but they are not used very often.  The best cutlery is a  silver plate set and has to be hand washed. That is currently in store right now along with the other knifes.

I think it is Arthur price old English but in stainless steel.
Mine was bought loose, not as a set.

http://www.johnlewis.com/arthur-price-old-english-cutlery-canteen-60-piece/p230399253
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Post by: jo_nz on December 29, 2013, 10:20:08 pm
Hooray, my T2 order finally arrived.  Their Free Shipping deal in November/early Dec was also to NZ, so seemed a perfect time to buy myself a Chrissie pressie.  But it took a bit longer to arrive than anticipated.  I've actually been in touch with them via email since before Xmas, and they thought it must have gone astray, so waiting to see if a "replacement" parcel has already been sent!  I emailed them first thing this morning, so it will depend whether they were super efficient and already sent it on Friday afternoon. 
I have a real knack of starting tracking procedures with parcels just when they are about to arrive.  :-))

Anyway, I'm a happy owner of the 2L jug and a couple of teas for making iced tea - already have a jugful of Strawb & Cream in the fridge.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 30, 2013, 01:32:39 am
Not sure where to put this. Kinda shopping I guess.

This is probably a "duh" question but here goes ;D If you have one of the Tala biscuit barrels does the lid rattle? I'm presuming it's a stay fresh thing but wanted to be sure before I store food in there. TIA

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Post by: Emme on December 30, 2013, 02:16:42 am
Shows you how observant I am, had to go and take lid off and shake it and yep it rattles as well.
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Post by: Halex on December 30, 2013, 03:02:03 am
Meatball problem solved :)
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Post by: Halex on December 30, 2013, 03:02:59 am
The rest of my William Sonoma order.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2013, 03:09:07 am
I love the shopping Hally.

Gayle the lid does rattle but I am sure that is because it has crystals or something or other in there to keep they biscuits crisp. I am very impressed with it as it works beautifully, except when DH leaves the lid off completely.
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Post by: judydawn on December 30, 2013, 04:07:05 am
Hally, I've received my order too of 2 old those meatball cookers for next year's birthday presents for BIL & DIL.  I'll be interested to hear what you think of them - it is suggested you spray them well before adding the balls but they now seem to have been removed from their list. Reviews weren't that good but I thought they'd be very handy for meatball lovers and was prepared to give them a shot. Of course I don't have to clean them, that might be an issue.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2013, 04:49:26 am
Bought myself a Xmas present.  A kit to make Kefir.  Have just made my first lot.  Seems very nice.  Like a soft yoghurt.  As it loses it's 'goodness' if heated,  I have been searching for recipes.  First one will be Kefir lemon ice cream. Said to be very good for the intestines.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 30, 2013, 05:03:12 am
Funny Chookie. I was talking to the fermenting crowd about kefir and I think actually quirky Jo had something to say about making it in the Thermomix a while ago. Could be wrong about that  though. Probably would be good for both of you.

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2013, 05:25:12 am
Thanks Gert, will check it out.
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Post by: Emme on December 30, 2013, 05:28:58 am
Chookie, the Kefir I used to have was like cauliflower curd. It was placed in the milk and left at room temp. till it thickened then it was strained and the curd put in another lot of milk.  Your kit sounds interesting
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2013, 05:49:15 am
Quote from: Halex on December 30, 2013, 03:02:03 am
Meatball problem solved :)

I got one of these from WS at the beginning of this year.  I haven't even used it yet.  :o
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on December 30, 2013, 10:39:22 am
I'm interested in Kefir Chookie. I want to do it this year and kombucha.
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Post by: droverjess on December 30, 2013, 04:27:37 pm
On way home in car. DD driving been shopping in Cardiff. Long day. It started on a train that sat in station an hour then was cancelled due to flooding . They offered a bus but we opted to drive.
I bought a goose down pillow for me!
Looked at mattresses and towels for when house is finished.  ;D
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Post by: Halex on December 30, 2013, 07:27:39 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 30, 2013, 05:49:15 am
Quote from: Halex on December 30, 2013, 03:02:03 am
Meatball problem solved :)

I got one of these from WS at the beginning of this year.  I haven't even used it yet.  :o

JD & Julie O I will try it in the next few weeks & let you know how it goes :)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 30, 2013, 09:10:18 pm
Quote from: Droverjess on December 30, 2013, 04:27:37 pm
On way home in car. DD driving been shopping in Cardiff. Long day. It started on a train that sat in station an hour then was cancelled due to flooding . They offered a bus but we opted to drive.
I bought a goose down pillow for me!
Looked at mattresses and towels for when house is finished.  ;D

That would have been a hike. How long does it take to Cardiff  compared to Bristol or London. Guess London is further . Yup long day indeed.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on December 30, 2013, 09:14:13 pm
DJ I love goose down pillows. It ended up being a lovely afternoon in London after the morning rain, sunny and blue sky  :)
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Post by: JulieO on December 30, 2013, 09:17:22 pm
Quote from: Halex on December 30, 2013, 07:27:39 pm
Quote from: JulieO on December 30, 2013, 05:49:15 am
Quote from: Halex on December 30, 2013, 03:02:03 am
Meatball problem solved :)

I got one of these from WS at the beginning of this year.  I haven't even used it yet.  :o

JD & Julie O I will try it in the next few weeks & let you know how it goes :)

Yes please do Hally.  You'll get to it before I will.  :D
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2013, 09:46:09 pm
Yesterday shopping with DD, was one of those shopping days where everything fell into place...and all was on sale  8)....despite DD telling me that I would have bad shopping karma, as I killed a lady bug on my window, when It went down to get a parking ticket   :( sorry Lady bug.

I don't "do" New Years Resolutions as such, but My aim this year is not to buy any more appliances or kitchen stuff....so, my focus is on freshening up our bedroom, re-painting inside & changing exterior colours, & re-do our garden areas.... I will be getting new bench tops hopefully soon though.

the shopping (which town was even crazier Pre-Christmas  :-\)

At Laura Ashley I was thrilled to pick up this king quilt set, marked down from $319 to $95  8)....and bought the matching euro pillows.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f1e03df5f4eef981e5a9df2f601e7396.jpg)

bed throw

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/27780b731fcc1fdf8fe20f4e476bc8d2.jpg)

Gorgeous hotel quality sheet sets at Harris Scarfe
And Peter Alexander PJ's...ducks on cupcakes for me

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5b6d440dbb72c379d78c0a3a65a8f779.jpg)

And "cereal killer" ones for DD (appeals to her humour)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/6d1b7028c3b8d0448f42299ebf599cf1.jpg)

Then naturally we popped into T2, & DD picked up 4 more new teas.

Then online I picked up Rachel Ashwell linen from her shabby chic range

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4cb3242a22f2f9bc69f979f86d5c30c8.jpg)
Notice how I chose blue to make it not so girly for DH...despite the flowers  :P

Sheer panels in very soft pink for our bedroom

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/095ee810ed4872f474e2e7b6ea4697b8.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/47f00a4f243fea9e7c08caad004ebda3.jpg)

And a pastel stripe sheet set

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3116fee040e66e27d68ca28a38aa6029.jpg)

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Post by: obbie on December 30, 2013, 09:49:30 pm
Maddy the Queen of shopping, it all looks good.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 30, 2013, 10:01:29 pm
Somehow Maddy I don't believe you won't be buying more kitchen stuff.  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Gert
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Post by: maddy on December 30, 2013, 10:16:20 pm
LOL....and that's why I don't make NYE resolutions...but, in the 6 hours shopping yesterday, I did not enter one kitchen shop or section remotely related to cooking  ;D 
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Post by: Emme on December 30, 2013, 10:18:07 pm
Maddy, absolutely gorgeous as always.  I am trying to get rid of a couple of kitchen appliances at the moment.  Have yet to decide whether I will get anything else
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Post by: Wonder on December 30, 2013, 10:23:09 pm
You really are the shopping queen Maddy.
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Post by: judydawn on December 30, 2013, 11:14:03 pm
Not only the shopping Queen but the quality of what you buy is tops too maddy.  Very pretty linen.  If the blue set is for your room, whose is the pink set ?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 31, 2013, 12:37:39 am
You could not sneak that bedroom shopping past your DH Maddy  ;D have any of his mates seen where he sleeps?  :D
I bought 8 Wedgewood Vera Wang wine glasses with a gift voucher my friends gave me for my 50th. The present had to be something for myself, but I also wanted something to remember them and the occasion by. They'll also get to use them so it seems to be a win win pressie

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Post by: gertbysea on December 31, 2013, 12:41:11 am
Love those glasses CP nice gift .

Gert
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Post by: obbie on December 31, 2013, 02:37:18 am
lovely wine glass CP
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Post by: Emme on December 31, 2013, 02:43:08 am
CP, those glasses were a great choice.  Beautiful
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Post by: mab19 on December 31, 2013, 03:18:54 am
Nice wine glasses CP
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Post by: Wonder on December 31, 2013, 04:12:55 am
nice glasses CP and great idea for the vouchers
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Post by: mcmich on December 31, 2013, 04:13:19 am
Gorgeous linen Maddy. I have complete faith in you that you won't buy any more kitchen appliances this year. You will be able to channel your shopping talents into the garden and paint supplies etc  :D
How is your luggage Maddy? That opened a whole new world of shopping for me.  :D

Beautiful stemware CP   8)
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Post by: goldfish on December 31, 2013, 04:21:05 am
Quote from: mcmich on December 31, 2013, 04:13:19 am
I have complete faith in you that you won't buy any more kitchen appliances this year.


I'm quite sure she won't, Mich.....  not too sure about tomorrow... or the next day ... or...    ;D

Gorgeous linen, Maddy!! Just beautiful!
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Post by: deedub on December 31, 2013, 04:21:12 am
Thinking about getting the breville smart scoop ice cream maker, so took the dog for a walk to the breville outlet near us, just to "have a look". They were just closing, but apparently they don't have any in stock anyway. Never mind, the kitchen shop next door was open so picked up a set of Russell Hobbs electric S & P mills in metallic red for $20.
Might have to pop into the good guys after NY to check out the ICM - does anyone know if they price match, I've seen it cheaper online?
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Post by: achookwoman on December 31, 2013, 05:09:34 am
Emme,  the kefir kit seems a success.  Have to keep it away from the SD as it may contaminate the SD.  The culture is placed in a floating container so just lift it out and wash in cold water,  before reusing. Can use the same culture for 2 months . 
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2013, 10:58:39 am
Beautiful linen Maddy and C P lovely glasses.
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Post by: mrsb on December 31, 2013, 11:09:21 am
Wow Maddy!! What a lovely bedroom you are going to have!

Some really good purchases in here.

Quote from: achookwoman on December 31, 2013, 05:09:34 am
Emme,  the kefir kit seems a success.  Have to keep it away from the SD as it may contaminate the SD.  The culture is placed in a floating container so just lift it out and wash in cold water,  before reusing. Can use the same culture for 2 months . 

Chookie where did you buy the kefir kit? I'd like one.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 31, 2013, 11:15:46 am
The bed linen is just gorgeous Maddy.

I love the clean lines of the glasses CP.They are very elegant 8)
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Post by: Bonsai on December 31, 2013, 02:35:18 pm
Quote from: deedub on December 31, 2013, 04:21:12 am
Thinking about getting the breville smart scoop ice cream maker, so took the dog for a walk to the breville outlet near us, just to "have a look". They were just closing, but apparently they don't have any in stock anyway. Never mind, the kitchen shop next door was open so picked up a set of Russell Hobbs electric S & P mills in metallic red for $20.
Might have to pop into the good guys after NY to check out the ICM - does anyone know if they price match, I've seen it cheaper online?

Good Guys seem to price match mostly so give it a go!
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Post by: Wonder on December 31, 2013, 11:27:17 pm
Deb they do price match. A guy from work managed to get the Breville smart scoop just before Christmas for $335. I think he went to The Good Guys and DJ's
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Quote from: deedub on December 31, 2013, 04:21:12 am
Thinking about getting the breville smart scoop ice cream maker, so took the dog for a walk to the breville outlet near us, just to "have a look". They were just closing, but apparently they don't have any in stock anyway. Never mind, the kitchen shop next door was open so picked up a set of Russell Hobbs electric S & P mills in metallic red for $20.
Might have to pop into the good guys after NY to check out the ICM - does anyone know if they price match, I've seen it cheaper online?

Deedub, I bought my breville smart scoop online from Appliances Direct for $318 plus $10 postage.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 01, 2014, 09:48:09 am
I got a good price on my toaster from the Good Guys yesterday. Mind you, I got sick of expensive toasters only lasting for 12 or 24 months, so I bought the Kambrook essential 4 slice toaster recommended by Choice magazine for $29. It has the same functions as my much more expensive Breville toaster that now only toasts one side of the bread.
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Post by: judydawn on January 01, 2014, 09:51:54 am
It will probably last longer than the more expensive ones ES, keep a note of the date you bought it so we can see how it does go.
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Post by: Wonder on January 01, 2014, 07:56:18 pm
that was a great price BZB. I love appliances online such great service.
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Post by: Halex on January 01, 2014, 11:41:22 pm
Cream Puff, love the Vera Wang wine glasses :)
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Post by: obbie on January 02, 2014, 03:30:40 am
I went shopping and bought new clothes, scarfs, bags, and cossies.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 02, 2014, 05:30:06 am
We stuck out without the kids. Bought 1000 count sheets from Target Ahh luxury! A new quilt cover set from Pillow talk. But forgot that our Doona is a queen not a king. We have a waterbed. Hence the shabby photo as it wasn't on long enough.

Got DS a new Spiderman shirt. And picked up his school book list.

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Post by: maddy on January 02, 2014, 10:02:38 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 31, 2013, 04:13:19 am
Gorgeous linen Maddy. I have complete faith in you that you won't buy any more kitchen appliances this year. You will be able to channel your shopping talents into the garden and paint supplies etc  :D

 :-*  Well I do need to channel & find my inner Michele....I do need to cull somewhat, but the good news is I haven't looked at 1 thing kitcheny since & deleted all kitchen store emails  ;)

Nice wine glasses puffs.....again I spotted gorgeous ones in Laura Ashley, but I am just too clumsy to spend that much on them....I have now eliminated all my  good glasses, I really need to use tupperware ones  :P
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Post by: maddy on January 02, 2014, 10:13:28 pm
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 02, 2014, 05:30:06 am
A new quilt cover set from Pillow talk. But forgot that our Doona is a queen not a king.

We have a queen bed, but have a king sized doona & covers as its usually tug of war....and I usually win  :P  poor DH, no wonder he gets cold LOL.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 02, 2014, 10:25:05 pm
Maddy I don't believe you have Unsubscribed . Wow that is a big step to recovery.   ;D Have  you Unsubscribed to the shopping thread ?  If you were not on that there would be no point. Hally would have to carry the load and the rest of us to pick up the slack

Now is a good time to hit the op shops as people received new glassware for Christmas and have tossed the odd 3 or 5 of the old ones.  I have some very good champers glasses but they hold half a bottle each so try not to use them for everyday. ( take note CP ;D) I look for the odd good somewhat smaller  glasses and often find a really great one. 


Gert
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 03, 2014, 02:07:03 am
Changed the Doona cover. Like this one better anyway.

Maddy DH normally leaves it for me :)

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I would like to check out the op shops for kids toys. Really should do that!
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Post by: Jamberie on January 03, 2014, 02:58:51 am
I found a Soda Siphon so that I can make a couple of the dishes from In The Mix (Dani does provide options for those without a siphon, but I thought it was a good excuse). Luckily the kitchen shop had 25% off everything because it was $122.
..so I had a look and also bought some friand pans and mini friand pans as well as canisters for the siphon and some orange blossom water and organic vanilla essence.
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Post by: deedub on January 03, 2014, 04:07:25 am
Took the kids shopping yesterday to spend their Xmas money. Wanted to have a look at the smart scoop up close but DJ's were sold out! Good guys don't have it on their website anymore so must be out of stock as well, looks like I'll have to order online from billy guyatts. Usually don't like buying things sight unseen but good to know it comes highly recommended by some forum members! Kids are on my back to order it now lol.
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 07:27:24 am
Lovely linen INAID.
I knew you could do it Maddy  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2014, 07:31:00 am
My DD has that bed linen INAID.Very nice 8)
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 07:41:20 am
Did a bit of shopping in Coffs  ;D I'm using the one in, one out rule. For everything that comes into the house a similar item goes out.
Unfortunately the winds of minimalism haven't rattled the windows of my shoe wardrobe.
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 07:43:05 am
And...
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 07:43:43 am
These are darling
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 07:44:42 am
And Just Couldn't resist these
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Post by: Yvette on January 03, 2014, 08:10:58 am
Nice buys Mich you may have a shoe buying problem  :D
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Post by: judydawn on January 03, 2014, 08:34:21 am
Good buying there Michele.

I found these for 1/2 price at Target so thought I'd get them for the kids as they love M & Ms.  I then thought of Easter coming so I'll put them away for then instead of just giving them now - they received enough Christmas presents without anymore gifts just yet.

I also bought myself a wallet reduced from $30 down to $9 - it's great when you need something and it's on special.
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Post by: Emme on January 03, 2014, 08:39:30 am
Love the shoes Michele.   ;D

Gosh Judy, I suppose the Easter buns will be appearing at the supermarket soon  ???
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Post by: kt2 on January 03, 2014, 08:42:06 am
They're already there Emme!  :o
I saw them in this weeks C*#% catalogue!! Easter eggs were in the grocery shop I was at this morning :o :o
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Post by: Emme on January 03, 2014, 08:45:11 am
Thats terrible Katie, we have just had Christmas :o :o
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2014, 09:25:38 am
You have the "shoe disease" that my DD suffers from Michele :D :D Very nice shoes 8)

Good idea putting the M&M's away Judy :D :D I haven't been shopping yet to see if they have Easter paraphernalia on the selves.Usually the Cadbury Creme Eggs are the first to make a appearance.
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 09:57:00 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2014, 09:25:38 am
You have the "shoe disease" that my DD suffers from Michele :D :D Very nice shoes 8)

Really??? There is a shoe disease??? Never heard of it. Is there a vaccination CC??
Well then, it is beyond my control - I have a disease  :-X
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2014, 10:12:36 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 09:57:00 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on January 03, 2014, 09:25:38 am
You have the "shoe disease" that my DD suffers from Michele :D :D Very nice shoes 8)

Really??? There is a shoe disease??? Never heard of it. Is there a vaccination CC??
Well then, it is beyond my control - I have a disease  :-X

They are still searching for a cure Michele :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2014, 10:17:42 am
Well I am happy to offer myself as a guinea pig. Anything to help.  ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 03, 2014, 10:32:42 am
Lovely linen INAID.

No chance of me getting that disease mich......I own more sneakers than shoes 😛

Well I've been naughty. Lots of sale shopping over the last week and I haven't left the couch! Half price shower gels from body shop, towels and sneakers from target, socks, jocks and knickers from bonds, tea towels from provincial living, new doona cover from adairs (we have the king size on the queen bed too Maddy) and odds and ends from POK. Phew...even had time for a coffee!
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 03, 2014, 11:10:38 am
my favourite way to shop kimmy, I had a parcel delivered yesterday with clothes and shoes for Lily and she's showing big sister what she got dd21 asked her where she got them from and Lily said the parcel man ::)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 03, 2014, 11:17:58 am
😊😊😊
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Post by: cookie1 on January 03, 2014, 11:30:54 am
Mich it is a lovely disease to have. The shoes are lovely. DH calls DD and I  Imelda. We both love shoes.

Kimmy you must be exhausted from all that shopping. Thank goodness you managed to fit in a coffee.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 03, 2014, 11:41:06 am
Lily is so cute Suzanne.  Are you writing all these things in a book for her to read as an adult?

It reminds me of when I was at the holiday house with the kids.  Some new kids, Asian girls, were out jumping on my kids trampoline (as all the kids down there do) and when DD wondered aloud where they were from, GS5 piped up 'probably from China'.  :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 03, 2014, 12:13:54 pm
Judy that's gold :D:D:D
I have a love of shoes too :o
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 03, 2014, 01:01:23 pm
I bought a small fridge from Appliances Online that will be delivered on Monday and will be put in the garage. My kitchen fridge is full of nuts, jars, sauces etc there is no room for everyday food. I think I'm getting excited to see if I have light that goes on when the door is opened.
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Post by: Halex on January 03, 2014, 09:22:16 pm
Mich, love the shoes especially the red ones :)

JD, yes put them away. In vegas we went to the M&M store, 4 floors, I wanted to buy so much, they had everything. Even a machine that could put your name on the M&M. We also saw a movie "how the red lost his M"

 ;D
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Post by: Emme on January 03, 2014, 09:27:45 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 03, 2014, 01:01:23 pm
I bought a small fridge from Appliances Online that will be delivered on Monday and will be put in the garage. My kitchen fridge is full of nuts, jars, sauces etc there is no room for everyday food. I think I'm getting excited to see if I have light that goes on when the door is opened.

  I know the feeling   :D :D ;D
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Post by: Yvette on January 03, 2014, 09:36:11 pm
Hally there is a M&M store in London we went to the one in Vegas too very big  :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 03, 2014, 09:44:38 pm
Great shopping everyone, those shoes are lovely Mich.

I haven't been to the shops but like Kimmy spent a little time online. Fortunately I'm in the great position of having money from work for 20 year service award to use up. I'm still having a ring made but because the jeweller is taking forever he feels bad and is now only going to charge me wholesale price for the gold and a token amount to make the ring, so I ended up with money left over and decided on a few Mimco products that fit the prerequisite of "being of enduring value"

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The necklace and bracelet both matcha watch DH got for as a Christmas gift and are black and rose gold.
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Post by: obbie on January 03, 2014, 10:22:54 pm
lovely shopping Wonder.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 03, 2014, 11:57:36 pm
So pretty, Wonder :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 04, 2014, 12:10:27 am
Nice goodies there Wonder, can't wait to see the ring as well ;D

I loved the M & M store in Las Vegas - wall to wall M & M's. It is a must see experience if you are in that neck of the woods.  I must tell the GKs about that, maybe they'll want to go and see it for themselves if their parents ever take them to Disneyland which I'm sure is on the agenda down the track.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 04, 2014, 02:02:59 am
Lovely wonder. Can't wait to see the ring too.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 04, 2014, 02:05:23 am
They are lovely wonder, I'm looking forward to seeing the ring too.
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Post by: mcmich on January 04, 2014, 03:16:35 am
Nice buys Wonder  ;D Love the bag  8)
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Post by: mcmich on January 04, 2014, 04:18:11 am
Yesterday I got a small convection oven for the laundry from reward points. I don't have any room for it in my postage stamp sized kitchen and it will save DH grumbling when I have the air con and oven going at the same time. Tried it out last night with the potato bake and it was great. It has a rotisserie as well which I would like to try out soon.
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Post by: Wonder on January 04, 2014, 06:43:55 am
I would live to see the ring as well  :D 3 months and still waiting, I've given up ringing the jeweller but will in the next few days, I went to check progress about 4 weeks ago and it looked good so think I will be happy with the finished product.

That convection oven looks good Mich, if my microwave dies I would like to look at the convection ones.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 04, 2014, 09:47:03 am
Lovely purchases Wonder 8)

Great little oven Michele  8)
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Post by: djinni373 on January 04, 2014, 12:00:18 pm
Glad to see the shopping thread is still going strong after Christmas ;D Gorgeous shoes Michele and love the Mimco stuff Wonder.
I decided that I would not buy any more cookbooks this year but who could resist this book at 30% off? The cute timer was half price. Such willpower :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 04, 2014, 02:22:58 pm
I saw that one discounted at DJ's too - great price! I bought my book at the bakery for full price, oh well  :-))
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Post by: Yvette on January 04, 2014, 04:22:58 pm
Nice buys Wonder
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Post by: Emme on January 04, 2014, 07:43:20 pm
Great buys Wonder, I love rose gold too

Michele, love that convection oven.  I use the convection side of my microwave all the time. 

That is a good book djinni and a good discount.
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Post by: mcmich on January 04, 2014, 07:52:26 pm
I love the Bourke Street Bakery Book. At 30% off it was a good buy.  ;D
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Post by: deedub on January 05, 2014, 03:28:41 am
Bought some clothes & a pair of shoes for myself today, and since I ordered an ice cream maker a couple of days ago I also bought one of those Tovolo containers. Looking at recipe books online right now, I have the Ciao Bella gelati book in my basket mmmmm love gelati! Thinking of getting The Perfect Scoop as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 05, 2014, 05:41:39 am
I like The Perfect Scoop. I think JulieO may have put me on to it.
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Post by: jo_nz on January 06, 2014, 06:00:05 am
Me and the kids have been playing with their new Rainbow Loom (http://www.rainbowloom.com/) all afternoon - from Spotlight.  DS is obsessed and has made about 10 already.  ;D  Great holiday buy.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 06, 2014, 06:17:48 am
Looks like you all have been having fun Jo.
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2014, 06:44:22 am
Looked up the rainbow loom - seems like lots of fun  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2014, 07:37:43 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 06, 2014, 06:44:22 am
Looked up the rainbow loom - seems like lots of fun  :D
Me too ;D I agree,it looks like fun Jo :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 06, 2014, 08:33:30 am
That looks like a lot of fun. Great idea.
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Post by: deedub on January 06, 2014, 09:41:10 am
Quote from: jo_nz on January 06, 2014, 06:00:05 am
Me and the kids have been playing with their new Rainbow Loom (http://www.rainbowloom.com/) all afternoon - from Spotlight.  DS is obsessed and has made about 10 already.  ;D  Great holiday buy.

DD bought some bands with her Xmas money but the craft shop didn't have the loom in stock. Will have to try spotlight so she can make fancier stuff - thanks Jo!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2014, 10:20:44 am
Just had great customer service from Emma Bridgewater. (http://www.emmabridgewater.co.uk) They have replace something that was broken in transit without any problems. ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2014, 11:25:24 am
It's lovely when you get good service CC. It is sad that nowadays we are surprised when we get it.
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Post by: Wonder on January 06, 2014, 07:38:19 pm
They have some great looking stuff CC.
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Post by: Yvette on January 06, 2014, 08:02:18 pm
That's where you bought my mug CC  :)
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Post by: Emme on January 06, 2014, 08:49:30 pm
Some beautiful things there CC, glad you got good service too  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 04:34:11 am
Well, looks as though I'm on the lookout for a new washing line.  >:( DS jumped off the garden edging and swung off the arm.  Not quite the kind of shopping I prefer.
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 05:39:58 am
Oh, I remember the kids doing that to my line too. I have an old fashioned Hills Hoist rotary line now and if we move, I will be digging it up and taking it with me.  ;D
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Post by: arcadia on January 07, 2014, 07:49:58 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 05:39:58 am
Oh, I remember the kids doing that to my line too. I have an old fashioned Hills Hoist rotary line now and if we move, I will be digging it up and taking it with me.  ;D

Me too.  Mine fell over last year, rusted through at the bottom, so I put a big piece of rod in it and made a collar to go around it.  There was no way I was losing it.

We have thunder and lightning all around but no rain, hope it doesn't start a fire.
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 07:55:36 am
There is just something about an original Hills Hoist that oozes Aussie.  ;D
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Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 08:20:02 am
Ours is a Hills too, only about 5 years old. Some of the plastic has gone brittle though, and it's a plastic part that's broken. Can't beat the old ones, although we love being able to put the arms up and down and also remove the pole completely when entertaining (very small back yard).
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 08:24:45 am
The newer ones are convenient Jo, just not quite as durable.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2014, 09:01:11 am
I would rather read a book than hang out washing. Just like I would rather read a book than iron. A good dryer will allow you to read more books and never iron.

Life is short  and. I don't really care if my washing smells "FRESH OR MY SHEETS ARE CRISP" and I hate crisp towels. The greatest waste of time in my lifetime was hanging out washing.

 A Frenchman by the name of Pochon first invented the dryer in1799. He is my hero. An iron is a waste of space in my opinion.

Gert



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Post by: Chocolatte on January 07, 2014, 09:15:17 am
What brand of dryer do you have Gert? I hate ironing,  but I'm sure my dryer shrinks the clothes.
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Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 09:17:43 am
I agree in part Gert. Hanging out washing, bringing it in, folding it up, is a waste of time.
Only being the two of us, the washing can be quite relaxing. I like seeing it gently blowing in the breeze. I love the smell of fresh washing. I feel lucky we have a climate where we are able to hang washing on the line and not have to put it in the dryer.
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Post by: mab19 on January 07, 2014, 09:27:57 am
I came out one day to find the hills hoist in our old house had a terrible lean on it.  Turns out 3 of the grand children had been swinging on it.  It was never the same after that no matter how much we tried to fix it.

Fortunately we have a nice straight one in this place.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on January 07, 2014, 09:51:17 am
Swinging on a hills hoist brings back memories, I can remember doing it as a child, my kids did it, but they just aren't the same these days.
I'm with you Gert hate hanging out washing, ironing I might iron three things a year. I've been lucky since I hurt my shoulder last year DH has been hanging out the washing. I keep threatening to buy a cloth dryer, the last one shrank my cloths, well that's my story. Lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2014, 11:44:01 am
Quote from: Chocolatte on January 07, 2014, 09:15:17 am
What brand of dryer do you have Gert? I hate ironing,  but I'm sure my dryer shrinks the clothes.

I have an ordinary everyday run of the mill Hoover dryer I have  had for nearly 20 years which I run on the one of two settings one of  which is hot and have never had one thing shrink. Before that I had a run of the mill Hoover dryer for 20 years which  I also ran on hot which never shrank any clothes. I can't remember the previous brand but it may have been a Maytag

I never have ironed  much and never will. If in the past my children needed something ironed I instructed them in the art of. My son is a non believer. My daughter does iron but minimally these days.

When the kids were little I dried their school clothes in the dryer taking them out while they were still damp,and hanging them on hangers. In all the school years I never ironed one school shirt. Blouse or dress.

My mother's life was all about hanging out washing and ironing everything . Not that she did it but delegated  it to me. Don't get me started about the absolute waste of time.

Let's talk about house work!!!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2014, 11:49:17 am
Oh wait there was one short stage when I did have a  Hills hoist in the back yard but I tore it out of the ground and trashed it after finding the family sitting on their bums after I had done a 12 hour shift  with the clothes still on the line..

Gert
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 07, 2014, 12:34:24 pm
Gert, I once met a woman many years ago who was so obsessive she changed the whole families' sheets every day. Sheets, towels and everything else that wasn't nailed down were washed and ironed every single day.  You could literally eat off her floors.. Everything was immaculate - a landlord's dream! Unfortunately, she had two little ones at the time and they weren't even allowed to look sideways let alone make anything that even remotely resembled a mess - poor darlings!

I can't remember the last time I used an iron. My mother was an absolute whizz at ironing "difficult" items... But hers was obviously not a talent handed down to the next generation.... ;D

Over Christmas my kettle threw in the towel, so my very lovely DD replaced it for me with this ....

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/07/zemase9u.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2014, 01:30:50 pm
I hate housework. I don't mind washing and I enjoy hanging it out. I don't like bringing it in. I don't enjoy ironing but love freshly ironed things.
I would rather cook or read than housework.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on January 07, 2014, 01:36:42 pm
I don't hang clothes out either never have since I left home but I love housework :-[ and when my dryer blew up a few years back I had a new one delivered  that afternoon

no exciting shopping just school bags, lunch boxes etc but I did receive my VS order yesterday 8 days from the USA excellent service :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 07:24:40 pm
I have an iron we were given as a wedding present.  It is not used that often, but I do use it when sewing or other crafty stuff. 
My first ever paid job was ironing my big brother's work shirts for him - he loathes ironing.  70cents a shirt was the standard rate, but if he wanted one to go out on a Saturday night, he'd pay $5!  Big bucks for me at the time.

We had some time without a clothesline while we were renovating (some time with no dryer either!! Not fun), and I loved the convenience of dryer drying, but it was harder on the clothes.
Either way, my biggest downfall in keeping up with the washing is folding the darn stuff.

Off to buy school stationery today...very exciting stuff!!   ;)
And check out Hills spare parts at the hardware store. 

Ordered some more rubber bands for the Rainbow Loom yesterday - DS still going mad with them.  Even DH is now wearing a bracelet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 07, 2014, 08:34:11 pm
Too funny but the latest ad to come up on the forum is for a hills hoist!!

Goldfish you have to feel sorry for that poor possessed woman. What a burden and her so sad for her family. I doubt her kids will grow up saying my mom always gave me clean sheets. Better they could say my mom always had time to sit and read/play with me.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 07, 2014, 09:09:05 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 07, 2014, 08:34:11 pm
Too funny but the latest ad to come up on the forum is for a hills hoist!!

Goldfish you have to feel sorry for that poor possessed woman. What a burden and her so sad for her family. I doubt her kids will grow up saying my mom always gave me clean sheets. Better they could say my mom always had time to sit and read/play with me.

Gert

 ;D ;D I have an add for Hills Hoist too  ;D ;D

I once put DH's clothes in the wash that he left lying on the bed only to later realise he had left them there to put on after his shower.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 07, 2014, 09:21:22 pm
Yesterday I bought a Jamie Oliver induction grill pan at 50% off in the sales.  I have been wanting one of these for ages.  Now I can make Maddy's tandoori chicken salad  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 07, 2014, 10:53:24 pm
My Mum always loved washing of any description and ironing (plus sweeping) and would rip the sheets out from under you when you were having a lie in at the weekend so that she could wash. She seemed to wash when the sun came out as she couldn't bear to waste that lovely sun.  Dad used to be livid but I'd just roll over and go back to sleep sheetless.  She was a terror too for hovering over you when you'd almost finished your meal so that she could grab your plate and finish washing the dishes.  I did that once to DH and he said 'I'm not finished yet Hazel' LOL. She always washed and ironed in the same day, still does at 91.  Needless to say I do not take after my Mother.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 11:54:07 pm
I've just done some lunchbox shopping from the new sistema range

A cube max (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/lunch/2l-lunch-cube-max2) and a couple of [urlhttp://sistemaplastics.com/products/lunch/2l-triple-split-lunch-box]triple splits[/url] - I really like that they come with little yoghurt pots that fit in them.  And they will fit whole fruit too, which DH and I prefer (DS has no front teeth and definitely prefers his chopped at the moment).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 11:58:31 pm
Oh, and I forgot...very cute mini sauce bottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-sauce-to-go) and dressing pottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-dressing-to-go). 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 08, 2014, 03:05:57 am
Nice lunch boxes  8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 08, 2014, 03:50:13 am
My ice cream maker arrived today! Naturally the postie came in the 1.5 hour window when we were out this morning, so had to collect from the post office. Now I'm very frustrated that I have to wait 12 hours to use it! Working from home tomorrow, so will make a custard base today and stick it in the fridge to churn tomorrow, very excited! Have been umming and aahing about getting a machine for 2 years, ever since I got my TMX (and joined this forum - you're all to blame haha!)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 04:41:14 am
Quote from: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 11:58:31 pm
Oh, and I forgot...very cute mini sauce bottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-sauce-to-go) and dressing pottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-dressing-to-go). 
Nothing like that when my kids went to school! What would you put into the sauce bottles for school lunch?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 08, 2014, 04:56:50 am
Great lunch boxes, I will need to go shopping next week for new ones.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 08, 2014, 06:12:49 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 04:41:14 am
Quote from: jo_nz on January 07, 2014, 11:58:31 pm
Oh, and I forgot...very cute mini sauce bottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-sauce-to-go) and dressing pottles (http://sistemaplastics.com/products/to-go/35ml-dressing-to-go). 
Nothing like that when my kids went to school! What would you put into the sauce bottles for school lunch?

Gert
Tomato sauce goes with EVERYTHING according to my kids!
And maybe soy sauce with sushi, but will see how leakproof they are first. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 09:48:00 am
If you visit a T2 store from tomorrow there are Teriffic savings to be made.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 08, 2014, 09:49:57 am
Have they given you advanced notice Gert?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: spikesmum on January 08, 2014, 09:59:47 am
If you have a NQR store nearby, check out this weeks special, great if you own an ice cream machine! For me, I'm just making butter!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on January 08, 2014, 10:07:50 am
Gert,

I was hoping that they might do it online as well....I don't know that I will have time to get to T2 tomorrow :(.  Mind you I probably shouldn't as I'm about to put a very large order through to Peters of Kensington for some Falcon enamelware that I have been eyeing off for months...my excuse is I want some retro kitchen ice cream tubs and I may as well save on shipping ;).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 08, 2014, 10:26:06 am
Jo the mini sauce bottles are cute. What a great idea.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 08, 2014, 10:27:00 am
Quote from: spikesmum on January 08, 2014, 09:59:47 am
If you have a NQR store nearby, check out this weeks special, great if you own an ice cream machine! For me, I'm just making butter!

Oh gosh I wish :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-).
Post by: gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 10:52:45 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 08, 2014, 09:49:57 am
Have they given you advanced notice Gert?

Got an email. You can shop,on line but you get a better deal in store. They seem to completely change ther stock frequently. There is a tea pot I like. $20 on line but should be $10 in store.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 08, 2014, 02:32:18 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 09:48:00 am
If you visit a T2 store from tomorrow there are Teriffic savings to be made.

Gert

Thanks will try and have a look. Funny JD, you don't appear to have changed as I dropped my jaw in the last week when you said you woke up at 11:30am  ;D Your mum must be robust and very determined by the sounds. Love Geoffs sly dig in the ribs. Now I should be off to bed but I'm going to POK to browse...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 08, 2014, 02:39:43 pm
Late night's equate to huge sleep ins CP, it's just a habit I've got myself into.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 08:50:30 pm
CP I just have to keep deleting POK Clarence sale emails!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 08, 2014, 09:10:47 pm
Blast wish ?i had time to go to T2 today ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 08, 2014, 09:13:03 pm
It is on until the 12th. No worries.
gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 08, 2014, 09:14:29 pm
Away tomorrow until monday, but could pop in first thing. Thx. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 09, 2014, 01:11:32 am
I received the email too Gert. I will be in there tomorrow, cant keep me away. Like you Gert we are known in our local T2. We had a mix up over Christmas with the Blueberry tea, each thinking the other had bought it. It turned out that neither of us had. The shop had run out so we asked. The lovely ladies had one out the back that the container was dented. They gave it to us as they couldn't sell it. It helps to be regulars. ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on January 09, 2014, 01:28:02 am
I loved the Blueberry tea.....I ummed and ahhed before christmas about buying it and didn't.  Luckily they still had a couple of tins after Christmas that they were selling more cheaply.  One accidentally came home with me.  Im hoping that when I do get in there that they still have some of the turkish style glasses on sale.....really like those.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 09, 2014, 02:07:02 am
Influenced again by this forum  ;D I have just bought a Rainbow Loom for my niece's birthday and a Dream Pot for my mother's birthday.   
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 09, 2014, 02:31:02 am
I've been swayed too - bought a vacuum sealer  ;D  This is one kitchen toy DH is more excited about than me!! 

Oooh, Aunty Karen is going to the top of the best aunty list....did you get lots of bands?  We are already well into the second bag of 600, and have ordered more!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 09, 2014, 02:33:23 am
Quote from: jo_nz on January 09, 2014, 02:31:02 am
Oooh, Aunty Karen is going to the top of the best aunty list....did you get lots of bands?  We are already well into the second bag of 600, and have ordered more!

I got one extra bag of bands to go with it Jo  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 10, 2014, 02:56:24 am
Went into Tea2 today to buy a $10 teapot. Came out with this.

.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/10/a6ytapy3.jpg)

I never would have,  in my wildest dreams, bought  a tea that costs $450 a kilo if it weren't  for Hally.  Gee thanks!!

A $10 tea pot cost me over $80.


Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2014, 03:12:39 am
Not surprising Gert.  Enjoy it.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 10, 2014, 03:42:51 am
whats the teas name? it must taste like gold  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on January 10, 2014, 03:45:39 am
Enjoy Gert.  I got 6 of my glasses last night and resisted buying anything else apart from a couple of iced teas.  My mother has apparently bought me more of the glasses today :)....I'll be able to get rid of my icky old glasses.  I'm going to have to behave for a while now once my POK order arrives....I'll get the usual comments about needing a bigger kitchen to fit all my crap....I'm not going to admit that I'm waiting to place an order on one of our suppliers for a couple of boxes of Weck jars (I just have to decide what size and shape I want).

Was it the Buddha's Tears that was the expensive one....have looked at it a couple of times.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 10, 2014, 04:52:29 am
In the supermarket aisle where all the soaps are I found a Scholl electronic foot file. Its shape is similar to a razor however it has a rolling sandpaper that just sands away the dead skin on the foot. My feet are now as smooth as a baby's bottom and no longer embarrasing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 10, 2014, 05:03:57 am
Yes Stacelee it is Buddha's Tears. For that pot you need only 6 - 8 tears and I have made two pots. The second pot I  reused the tears and added a rose bud.  It has a long brew time and temp of only 80 degrees.

I love it.

The other I love is Iron Goddess of Mercy which has a similiar flavour.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: spikesmum on January 10, 2014, 06:04:36 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 10, 2014, 04:52:29 am
In the supermarket aisle where all the soaps are I found a Scholl electronic foot file. Its shape is similar to a razor however it has a rolling sandpaper that just sands away the dead skin on the foot. My feet are now as smooth as a baby's bottom and no longer embarrasing.
Sounds fab CP, must look out for that!

Chris
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on January 10, 2014, 06:17:21 am
How many cups of tea a day do you all drink? DD bought me one of the small jugs and some Ice tea (I think they are anyway), I haven't tried them yet as I'm not sure if i just use the tea or have to add something else to it. i've never been a tea drinker but love the look of the T2 products.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on January 10, 2014, 06:52:06 am
I received the iced tea jug for Christmas but no 'iced tea' tea...T2 is not at my nearest shopping Centre so I need to make a special trip.  On Christmas day, my sister used hers with tea and added lemon, mint and soda water.  It was very refreshing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 10, 2014, 07:27:54 am
Love reading this thread.....
I bought a tin of exterior paint yesterday to paint the new render on the corners of the new windows... Don't think that is quite what the shopping thread is for. LOL.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 10, 2014, 07:36:12 am
Even paint is shopping ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on January 10, 2014, 07:54:57 am
Wonder,

Just use tea leaves in the insert.  For my 1 litre jug I use about 5 to 6 scoops and between 8 to 12 in the 2 litre jug.  I usually half fill them with hot water, let them seep for anything up to 10 minutes depending what sort of tea it is.  I then remove the tea leaves in the insert and top the jug up with cold water and put it in the fridge.  I'm too lazy to bother but my daughter will often put different fruit into the insert and put it back into the jug like they do at T2.  My favourite combination at the moment is Ayurvedic Passion and either Pumping Pomegranate or Raspberry Rush.  I also don't mind straight Strawberries & Cream (didn't like it at first but it's grown on me) and Citrus Punch is okay.

You don't have to just use the jug as a chilled jug.  DH and I both use them at work as a teapot....we both have them that they sit on the desk with whatever tea we are currently into.  I'm currently drinking Red Green and Dreamy and he is alternating between Red Green Vanilla, Montelle and Apple Crumble.  All of those are teas which taste okay hot, cold and lukewarm.

I shouldn't have opened the latest email from POK :(...they have more stuff on sale that I would like, and I haven't received my last order from them....I'm superglueing my wallet shut!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 10, 2014, 08:15:47 am
I tried a couple of the tisanes and have decided aim just a plain tea drinker with no added flavours and certainly no sugar. I use my jug for straight out tea which I like cold. I put a few teaspoons in, fill it half way with boiling water, leave it for 10 minutes then top with ice before putting it back in the fridge on it's side as it is  the big one.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2014, 08:36:07 am
All this talk of tea has made me make up a jug of iced fruitalicious for tomorrow  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Brumington on January 10, 2014, 09:43:24 am
Oh gosh, this could get dangerous. We bought the T2 jug I think you're all talking about with the fruitalicious blend (without having to scroll through all the posts I think that's the one you are referring to?!). I have used all the tea that came with it and now I read of others............!
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 10, 2014, 11:33:20 am
Lunch box shopping for me. We bought the go green. No rubbish :) and no more containers. Bought my boys school shorts today also.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 10, 2014, 11:35:05 am
The one I have in the fridge at the moment is 7 teaspoons of berry bliss and 2 of Southern Sunrise. That's in a 1.5 litre jug.

I don't like the tisanes either. I don't like sweet tea or coffee.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on January 10, 2014, 06:37:37 pm
I have a new bread machine.  My 2-pound machine - 2 beaters in the bottom of the pan - had worked beautifully but abruptly one of the beaters stopped turning - I could spin the beater when the pan was in the machine, so apparently whatever drives it was broken.  Since I had not paid a huge amount for it, I dumped it and ordered a brand-new-to-the-market, at least here in the U.S.
THREE-POUND breadmaker.  Said to have the greatest capacity of any on the market, available beginning in November 2013.

Made by Black and Decker.  (http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-B6000C-Deluxe-3-Pound/dp/B00DKXZK2W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389378989&sr=8-1&keywords=Black+and+Decker+breadmaker) 

On one food forum there was a post about a machine with this capacity (1400 gm) available in the UK - made by Bielmeier  but when I checked it was much more expensive and is not available here in the US.

So far I have made a fruit and nut loaf that I could not bake in my old breadmaker (without removing a third of the dough before it began the baking cycle) because it rises quite high - as do many doughs containing more sugar than regular.
I do pull the dough out of the machine at the end of the last kneading and remove the beaters so there are no large holes in the bottom of the loaf - just two small ones where the shafts are. 
I also made a brioche-type loaf, allowing it to bake in the machine - which again was impossible in the old one.  It turned out beautifully. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on January 10, 2014, 08:20:42 pm
I've checked the tea DD purchased and it's ruby red rose (I think I got the name right), I might make some this morning and leave in the fridge to cool for this afternoon.

DJ paint is still shopping and I'm sure exciting for you now that that house is coming together.

Interesting sounding bread machine Andi, do you find you get a better result with the machine over the oven?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 10, 2014, 08:29:24 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on January 10, 2014, 11:35:05 am
The one I have in the fridge at the moment is 7 teaspoons of berry bliss and 2 of Southern Sunrise. That's in a 1.5 litre jug.

I don't like the tisanes either. I don't like sweet tea or coffee.

Do you find the ones with fruit and flavouring sweet?  I am thinking if I dehydrated fruit peel I could make my ow blends without the extra fake flavouring they add. But then again why bother?  These flavoured teas would be better for kids than cordial  especially made with reen tea.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 10, 2014, 09:47:03 pm
I was out with DH today who had a meeting and while I waited I went to a bakers. Bought some lovely bread and this book... The meeting was unexpectedly long and I read the whole book and started eating the bread  ;D

 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Born-Bread-Robert-Swift/dp/0957629222

It's very good and very interesting.
Tomorrow I am off to a whole foods supplier nearby ( 7 miles) that sells good flour, I found it by accident on the Internet while I was comparing quality flours.

Thanks wonder..... Paint purchases cease to be exciting after a while, especially for external walls...LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 10, 2014, 10:17:35 pm
Well, my clothesline shopping is cancelled....Hills are replacing our broken one free of charge!!  ;D
Apparently that particular model had a flaw so it's no problem at all, and they are replacing it with the current version.  Hooray for Hills!!

Now to keep DS away from the new one....  :-))

I think I am going to have to do some more T2 shopping too - mum really likes my Teamaker pot, and FIL likes the 2L jug.  They seem to still have free shipping going on their website too, unless it's going to be added later on in the checkout process. 
I hope they do come to Wellington soon though (when I was in Auckland they had recently opened there, were about to open another, and said they had plans for Wellington).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: stacelee on January 10, 2014, 10:58:34 pm
I think it is the hibiscus (rosella) that is in the fruit teas that I don't really like.  I have one that I was given that is called just hibiscus that I hate.  They have a cordially after taste to me that reminds me of the smell when I make rosella jam. 

I'm off to get my nails done this morning and then to do the most boring shopping of all GROCERIES. I need the teenagers to go back to school and uni so I have food left in the house.....tell me they will one day move out ;p
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 10, 2014, 11:47:52 pm
Fruitalicious is all natural Gert, looks a bit like potpourri - its a mixture of cranberries, blueberries, dragon fruit & goji berries.

Another drink I like in summer is just plain cold water with lemon slices in it - can't get anything cheaper than that  ;)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 12:00:04 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 10, 2014, 11:47:52 pm
Fruitalicious is all natural Gert, looks a bit like potpourri - its a mixture of cranberries, blueberries, dragon fruit & goji berries.

Another drink I like in summer is just plain cold water with lemon slices in it - can't get anything cheaper than that  ;)



That is not so bad. A bit sweet but it does have added flavouring which to me gives it a sort of after taste. I did buy some but used it up. Had to add extra lime and lemon to cut the sweet. Nice summer drink but not a tea really as it has no tea in it.

Yes Judy you cannot beat plain old water and lime or lemons but why ate lemons so expensive up here. I paid $2 for on the other day and don't get me started on the price of tomatoes.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 11, 2014, 01:41:42 am
Gert...does anyone EVER go into T2 & only spend $10  :P
DD loves fruitalicious, and adds a couple of scoops of Turkish apple (it really is just a sweetner)....that Turkish apple smells like Parmesan in the bag  :-\  but I tasted it dry, and it's just like apple sherbet  8)....I will remember to sprinkle some over the apple teacake cupcakes next time  ;)

Shopping....now before you think "I knew she couldn't resist"....this is in fact for candle making  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/5455a23809aa7214e87b2a28b5d72c77.jpg)

Induction portable hotplate, that came with an induction pot   8)....because melting the wax on a gas flame is a big no-no.

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A labeller that I can print on clear labels for the candle jars & melts

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/556f57959804508a0bd9392f4eec7f23.jpg)

3x wicker hampers (plastic material)....so hopefully there won't be the attraction of using these as scratching posts, like the cane ones I had, by 2 naughty cats!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/62a6a53ab3136d764b4b788a672527bd.jpg)

....because my son spends too much pocket money on this ice cream at the shop after school  :-))

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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 01:55:54 am
I can't get the hang of this mixing different teas together, I'd be worried I'd mess the flavours up by doing this.  You girls are a lot gamer than me when it comes to experimenting wit T2.

Some nice buys there maddy to kick the new year off  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 02:52:55 am
Maddy good buys. Some of those type of tea would be great in ice creams.

gert
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Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 02:57:08 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 01:55:54 am
I can't get the hang of this mixing different teas together, I'd be worried I'd mess the flavours up by doing this.  You girls are a lot gamer than me when it comes to experimenting wit T2.

Some nice buys there maddy to kick the new year off  ;D

Judy just brew a blend in  mug and see what you like. With your fingers just pick up a bit of this one and that.Next time you are in the shop ask them to blend you up a taste of this and that. They are very happy to do that. Thy also have recipes on the site and in the store.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: deedub on January 11, 2014, 09:19:51 am
Really need to stay away from this thread, now I want to go to T2 and I only rarely drink tea! Love the idea of fruity iced tea for summer though - a very savvy lady I know mixes tea with soda water from her soda stream to keep her 6 kids happy. Hmmm I wonder how much a soda stream costs?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 10:10:20 am
I was going to try and pop into T2 in the city yesterday Gert but Geoff wasn't good and I had to oversee things to make sure they did what I knew needed doing.  All fixed by late afternoon and he is back to normal now.  Now with the heatwave on it's way I'm not going anywhere I don't have to until it's over ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 11:00:07 am
Glad Geoff is again comfortable.  Hope,the heat isn't knocking  everyone about. For goodness sake JD no need to go T2 at all. I would say there is nothing you need !!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 11:11:18 am
Not at the moment Gert but it's a lovely shop and I do have a voucher to spend  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 11:26:07 am
I love vouchers . I am saving a special one for a meal at the local yacht club when the crowds  leave.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 11:31:44 am
 :D :D  Watch it doesn't expire on you.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 11:33:18 am
I am thinking end o month hen all the tourists leave. LOL!
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Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 11:39:28 am
Bloody tourists  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 11, 2014, 12:06:33 pm
Well today the " WET SEASON" seemed to have started so everyone will be off soon. We need the rain like everyone else so,happy as even though it makes a mess of the pool.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Thermesa on January 11, 2014, 12:34:59 pm
I've just arrived home with some Cook Island Black Pearls, a patch of sunburn and a lot of mozzie bites. Not to forget two exhausted boys.

We arrived to an island in drought and then it rained every day. 10 inches in the week with Cyclone Ian due to make landfall over the weekend. A lovely break. Beautiful tropical fruit and now a bottle of 42 Below Feijoa flavoured vodka. I'm sure that could spice up a fruit tea.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 11, 2014, 12:42:33 pm
How's your luck Thermesa.  I hope the rain didn't spoil your holiday, obviously you got enough sun to give you a patch of sunburn though.  I love black pearls, was very tempted to buy some in Broome once.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Thermesa on January 11, 2014, 12:57:25 pm
I enjoyed hearing the rain. Wish it landed at home. If anything it caused me to sit back and relax a bit more. If it was full sun I'm not sure how my skin would have coped. The kids loved the puddles and nothing stopped them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on January 11, 2014, 05:27:13 pm
Quote from: Wonder on January 10, 2014, 08:20:42 pm
I've checked the tea DD purchased and it's ruby red rose (I think I got the name right), I might make some this morning and leave in the fridge to cool for this afternoon.

DJ paint is still shopping and I'm sure exciting for you now that that house is coming together.

Interesting sounding bread machine Andi, do you find you get a better result with the machine over the oven?

For some breads I prefer baking them in the oven - when I want a boule or baguette baked on the stone in the bottom of my oven.  Or when I want a loaf baked in a pullman pan or other shape.
However, when I'm feeling a bit lazy, it is nice to just let the machine do its thing - with the exception of pulling the beaters out before it starts the final rise and bake cycle.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 11, 2014, 09:10:56 pm
Gert, we are going to Palm Cove today for a week, if you want to catch up for lunch.... :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 15, 2014, 08:46:36 pm
Yay, we are finally joining the iPad club  ;D
We just got an iPad Air and I've ordered a keyboard/cover.  It's for when DH has to do some sales & demos on it, but other than that it will be available for playing on. 

Oh, and in kitchen shopping, I was out the other day and happened to spot a sale at a department store - all bakeware $12 or less.  So I got a ring cake tin and a tart tin I'd been wanting - both we $12 each, down from more than twice that  ;D  Already made Feta Tart the other night and it was lovely, and have a carrot cake recipe to try and convert to tmx in the next few days and will use the ring tin for that. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 15, 2014, 10:19:15 pm
Good buys Jo  8)

I have this coming hopefully today for my candle melts

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Made from a chip fryer...My hubby could have converted one for me, but he's just too busy, it was easier just to buy it.


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 16, 2014, 12:14:50 am
It looks as if you are going into the candle making in a big way maddy - that looks a nice sturdy piece of equipment.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on January 16, 2014, 01:44:56 am
That's what I'd like to do Judy  ;) also, I have spent a small fortune on candles in the past, so making my own for a fraction of the price is worth the initial outlay.
The pot makes everything easier as you can just leave it in there, and melt as needed then add fragrant oils separately.

Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on January 16, 2014, 02:05:46 am
maddy don't forget to let us know when you start selling them I love  candles and seem to buy one every week from dusk or Yankee candles ::)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 16, 2014, 05:50:42 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on January 16, 2014, 02:05:46 am
maddy don't forget to let us know when you start selling them I love  candles and seem to buy one every week from dusk or Yankee candles ::)
Me too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 16, 2014, 06:41:53 am
looks great Maddy,  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 16, 2014, 08:19:30 am
$300 later we have school shoes :o
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Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2014, 08:23:56 am
Ow! $300. Will they last the year?

I had a tiny spend up yesterday at the Bread shop. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/16/uguqyqep.jpg)

Hopefully the tin will fit in the Dream Pot and I can try bread in that. I also want to try a cake in it.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on January 16, 2014, 08:50:41 am
lilys probably will her feet don't seem to grow to fast ds12 is in a men's 8 so I'm hoping he'll get a semester (but the rate he's growing probably not) ::)    and ds8 should really just wear bread bags his will hopefully last a term
nice bread stuff I really need to go to all about bread in Greenwood
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 16, 2014, 08:56:26 am
Nice cookie.

I understand about the shoes. Cp takes mens size 7 when he was still 9!!!! Hoping he can get this term out of them still. :)
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: *suzanne* on January 16, 2014, 10:59:15 am
its amazing how quickly his feet have grown at the end of 2012 he was in a boys size 2 and out of nowhere these big flippers appeared and now he's taller than me as well (not that it takes much) but it does get more expensive the older they get :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 16, 2014, 12:37:23 pm
Ooh I know, cp has to buy all small mens now >:(  clothes are very expensive & he has only just turned 10!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2014, 07:29:13 pm
My DS at 24 is still very hard on his shoes, it doesn't seem to matter how much money you spend on shoes either. The $15.00 sneakers from Lowes last the same amount of time as the $160.00 pair from Foot Locker.
The only good thing is that he pays for his own now and it's amazing how brand names don't seem to mean as much when the money is coming out of his wallet.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on January 16, 2014, 07:34:32 pm
My DS at almost 14 has the biggest feet in our house - he loves it. He's very hard on his school shoes but has been growing out of them each term, hoping his growth slows a little this year. DS has always loved shoes from the moment he started wearing them and it's one of the things we argue most about purchasing. If ever we loose him in a shopping centre, whether at home or overseas, the first place we look is the shoe stores, we normally find him with a tower of shoe boxes he is trying on. The assistants are always very friendly until they realise we have no intention of buying them. He spends most of his birthday and Christmas money purchasing shoes - a bit weird for a 14 year old boy we think  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on January 16, 2014, 09:03:44 pm
Wonder the shoes obviously bring out his feminine side! Nothing wrong with that.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on January 16, 2014, 09:25:55 pm
Wow Wonder.

I hate buying shoes for cp, he has wide feet too & the shoes are great in the shop, but they hurt at home. >:(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: droverjess on January 16, 2014, 09:54:35 pm

I am going dotty.
I searched high and low for my indoor broom today and failed.....
Had to go out and buy another one...
Then as always much later on found the original one and much better one when wasn't looking tucked in beside the washer in the boot room, only place I never looked.
Old broom better, new one will do for boot room though.

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2014, 04:57:14 am
DJ that is always the way.

Wonder at least your DS will never wear shoes that need repairs or cleaning.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on January 17, 2014, 09:28:50 pm
Just got this ebook.  Some of the stuff looks so nice.  The 'coffee cake muffins with pecan streusel' caught my eye!  ;D

http://www.amazon.com/Craft-Baking-Cookies-Sweets-Inventing-ebook/dp/B007SGM1HE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389994000&sr=8-1&keywords=the+craft+of+baking
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 17, 2014, 09:56:00 pm
we just happened to buy another car yesterday, another HD holden.

 I bought walking shoes too..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2014, 05:11:44 am
Quote from: JulieO on January 17, 2014, 09:28:50 pm
Just got this ebook.  Some of the stuff looks so nice.  The 'coffee cake muffins with pecan streusel' caught my eye!  ;D

http://www.amazon.com/Craft-Baking-Cookies-Sweets-Inventing-ebook/dp/B007SGM1HE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389994000&sr=8-1&keywords=the+craft+of+baking

Nice book Julie. The ice cream/sorbet index looked good too.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kyton on January 18, 2014, 07:14:19 am
Stage 1 of cleaning my pantry was updating the way I store my spices.
Bought the glass jars at a local discount shop and the baskets at Bunnings.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/ynasysy5.jpg)
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 18, 2014, 07:17:19 am
They look great kyton, are  they placed in alphabetical order?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kyton on January 18, 2014, 07:29:20 am
Yep Judy - let's see how long I keep that routine LOL.
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 18, 2014, 07:41:20 am
looks great kyton :D,
well we had the cc canceled last night after someone in America tried to use our card very inconvenient luckily we have another we can use as we don't generally have cash but use our cc for everything and then pay it of in full each month
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 18, 2014, 07:46:10 am
Great storage kyton 8)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2014, 07:56:49 am
It looks lovely Kyton. Suzanne that is terrible. Do you have any idea where it may have been compromised?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 18, 2014, 08:16:06 am
Looks great Kyton I can't live without my spice racks and all in alphabetical order. But I must have about 30!
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 18, 2014, 08:16:53 am
How annoying Suzanne!

It got the better of me. Counted 52 :o
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 18, 2014, 08:56:43 am
Lol INAID. I counted too. I've only got 36 😔😉
Brilliant storage idea kyton. Love it and would copy it if only I had the room.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 18, 2014, 09:31:38 am
Looks great Kyton

Suzanne that is terrible

Well we made it to London. Managed to get DH on a train to Zurich and then a plan to London. He was feeling unwell when he woke. Saw a doctor in London free because DD lives here and he now has a virus. He is feeling better today. Don't think I will take him overseas again  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 18, 2014, 09:37:30 am
Good news that you have made it to London Yvette.These past few days have certainly been eventful for you. Rest up and recuperate :-* :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on January 18, 2014, 09:42:20 am
Thanks CC just realised I posted this in the wrong thread  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2014, 11:40:14 am
Don't worry about it Yvette. Poor DH and all of you. It must be quite disconcerting.

I spent some of one of my vouchers today and bought a cover for my lovely new Kindle.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2014, 12:01:22 pm
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 18, 2014, 08:16:06 am
Looks great Kyton I can't live without my spice racks and all in alphabetical order. But I must have about 30!

I have to have mine in alphabetical order too...and just out of interested I started counting and got to 51 before stopping. This does not include the 10-15 Indian spices I buy in larger packs and the food flavourings/vanilla etc... Oh dear.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 18, 2014, 12:29:59 pm
I had to buy a tall set of drawers for all mine Jamberie, my pantry just wouldn't hold them all once the TMX came into the house.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2014, 12:37:58 pm
Yes!! DH put 12 rows of spice racks on the pantry doors to keep them. I really need more but we wonder about the weight on the 30yo doors :/
I love my TMX and how it (and of course the ppl here) has enabled me to cook sooooo many different things!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on January 18, 2014, 06:29:50 pm
Quote from: Wonder on January 16, 2014, 07:34:32 pm
My DS at almost 14 has the biggest feet in our house - he loves it. He's very hard on his school shoes but has been growing out of them each term, hoping his growth slows a little this year. DS has always loved shoes from the moment he started wearing them and it's one of the things we argue most about purchasing. If ever we loose him in a shopping centre, whether at home or overseas, the first place we look is the shoe stores, we normally find him with a tower of shoe boxes he is trying on. The assistants are always very friendly until they realise we have no intention of buying them. He spends most of his birthday and Christmas money purchasing shoes - a bit weird for a 14 year old boy we think  ;D

My grandson is now 21 and is huge and he was much bigger than others in his class at age 14.  I looked back at my "gifts" data for the three grandkids and when he was 14, he was wearing a size 12 shoe.  He now wear a size 16 (is 6'5" tall and weighs 280 pounds, none of it fat...  His father isn't quite 6'  but my grandfather was 6'4" and my daughter is 5'10" while I am only 5'6" - her father was also quite tall.  I don't know how it is in OZ, but giant size shoes cost more than what the shoe people consider "normal." 

On a brighter note.  I absolutely LOVE the new 3 pound breadmaker.  It will hold a double batch of the bread machine recipes and the loaves bake up perfectly (I do pull the dough out at the end of the last kneading cycle to remove the beaters in the bottom so I don't have two large holes)  and the "keep warm" function insures that I can hold the loaf right in the machine until ready to serve when I want to serve it "hot from the oven" - which impressed my guests a few days ago.  One has already ordered and received one of the machines - ordered from Amazon - and is giving it a test run today.  She phoned me at 7:30 a.m. to check on the timing of when to remove the beaters.  I was barely awake, having stayed up late watching a movie, but am pretty sure I gave her the correct info.  Hope so  :-))
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 18, 2014, 09:09:06 pm
Lol Jamberoo glad I'm not the only one with a million spices.. Love Everten. I ordered a whole lot of zoku pops for Christmas for friends and my kids. I didn't open the box until the Friday before Christmas. Was most upset to see that my kids zoku pops weren't there or the storage case in a huge box there was only one and a recipe book. Anyhow Everten Sent it all no questions asked. I did order them about two months before I opened the box.

I must say though I'm very disappointed with the recipe book. Every second recipe uses vanilla pudding :/
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on January 18, 2014, 09:09:37 pm
*Jamberie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2014, 03:29:40 am
I'm sure she will contact you Andie if the information wasn't correct. :)

I'm not saying how many spices I have. :-\ :-\ The spice cupboard does need as clean out and renewal though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 04:25:25 am
Lovely storage of the spices Kyton.

Suzanne, that is dreadful - I hope you caught them early on before they ran up too much but then again that may be a way to track down the culprit.

Cookie the kindle looks very smart in it's new cover.

Hope DH will be able to rest up now and you can enjoy the rest of your time away.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 04:40:45 am
DH surprised me today, he went grocery shopping (that's not the surprise) and came back with a little something for me.  :D

From T2 he bought me the Tri Tin of iced tea samplers. It has apple crumble and it smells just like apple crumble, I wouldn't mind trying that one hot. Fruitalicious, which we already have and love. Pumping pomegranate which I haven't tried but smells really good.

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Post by: Katiej on January 19, 2014, 04:45:26 am
What a lovely surprise from your DH Mich.
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2014, 04:46:00 am
Very thoughtful of him Michele?  Nice presentation too.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2014, 05:23:24 am
I'm sure you will love them Mich.
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Post by: Bedlam on January 19, 2014, 06:10:14 am
Mich, lovely surprise. I love the tin as well.
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Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 06:36:34 am
I love the tin too - which is different to my usual red.

When we moved into this house the laundry had a sunny yellow paint  on the walls, white tiles with a yellow and blue boarder tile. Liked it and left it as it was. The tin will look good on the shelf in the laundry.  :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 19, 2014, 09:42:41 am
Lovely surprise Mich what a lovely DH  :)

I got a lovely present from Selfridges yesterday. Will post pictures later  :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 09:45:51 am
OOOHHH, Selfridges  :D My SS sent me a Christmas decoration from there.   :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 19, 2014, 09:48:19 am
Nice Mich this is from the Louis Vuitton department  :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 09:52:03 am
OH LALA, Yvette - Louis Vuitton - very special  8)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 19, 2014, 09:54:58 am
And there was I thinking that it could have been the Hunter Wellington Boots we were looking at in the shoe department in Selfridges Yvette. :D :D :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 09:58:32 am
Did you guys go shopping in Selfridges? Lucky, Lucky, Lucky Yvette and CC  :)
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Post by: Yvette on January 19, 2014, 10:00:14 am
Haha CC my daughter got some in Barcelona but another brand.

Yes Mich very special  :)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 19, 2014, 10:38:31 am
My shopping was nowhere as exciting. DD needed new netball/sports shoes ( her foot is my size nowq >:() and DS needed new sports shoes and school shoes. The toy store was closing down and had 50% off the original price so we ended up with a kite! another pillow pet! an extra nerf gun cartridge and I bought a scrabble card game and a Rummikub board game.
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2014, 11:02:35 am
Bet there were plenty of people at Harbourtown this weekend with those closing down specials ES.  I thought about going but did boring housework instead  ;D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 19, 2014, 11:12:56 am
There were certainly lots of oeople in the toy shop. I had no idea the sale was on until we were walking past late this afternoon. We didn't get there until 3.30 and pretty much got what we came for and went home again, apart from the foray into the toy store. Expensive hour an a half though >:(
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2014, 11:17:29 am
Only half as expensive though ES.  Did you put them away for birthdays or was that impossible?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 19, 2014, 11:23:05 am
It was the 3 pairs of shoes that was the expensive bit!
The kids used their Christmas money in the toy shop.
I ve been going through their rooms getting rid of toys & didn't really want any more.
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 19, 2014, 12:17:06 pm
school supplies are very expensive ::)
apparently from what the bank said people randomly generate numbers and enter them with a small amount first ie ours was $5.63 and if it works they continue to larger amounts luckily the Commonwealth bank is very on to it and pick it up quickly so apart from inconvenience all worked out well.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on January 19, 2014, 07:31:53 pm
A little while ago I was looking for a large chopping board to use as a serving platter, for pizzas and to use as a heat mat on our table. During our stay in the city I finally got to the Vic market to a stall Marina had kindly got me a card from. DH and I both loved this board so purchased it on the spot. It's nice a big and is made of lovely camphor laurel so has quite and antiseptic (but in a nice way) smell to it. I wasn't planning on using it as an actual chopping board but it's so. Ice I think I probably will leave it on the bench Nd use it most of the time. The camphor laurel is meant to be a natural retardant of bacteria so it will just need wiping with warm soapy water.  Thanks Marina for the tip off.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on January 19, 2014, 07:33:33 pm
Quote from: Wonder on January 19, 2014, 07:31:53 pm
A little while ago I was looking for a large chopping board to use as a serving platter, for pizzas and to use as a heat mat on our table. During our stay in the city I finally got to the Vic market to a stall Marina had kindly got me a card from. DH and I both loved this board so purchased it on the spot. It's nice a big and is made of lovely camphor laurel so has quite and antiseptic (but in a nice way) smell to it. I wasn't planning on using it as an actual chopping board but it's so. Ice I think I probably will leave it on the bench Nd use it most of the time. The camphor laurel is meant to be a natural retardant of bacteria so it will just need wiping with warm soapy water.  Thanks Marina for the tip off.

And here's the photo, not sure what tape talk is doing
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/u2ema3ej.jpg)
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Post by: Yvette on January 19, 2014, 07:52:24 pm
Looks lovely Wonder glad you found what you were looking for  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 19, 2014, 08:24:46 pm
I love the shape of chopping board Wonder. 8)
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Post by: mcmich on January 19, 2014, 08:27:37 pm
Lovely board Wonder.
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Post by: maddy on January 19, 2014, 09:58:22 pm
nice board wonder  8)......can anyone else see a frogs face in the wood, or is that just me  :P



Still haven't purchased anything kitcheny  ;D

But I am making up for it in clothes

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9f85f8dd7de04ee3d3eebc7b4d8d00ce.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/299b9b3fe5e21e99e6d0ec2a3053aa5b.jpg)

And 3 other style dresses from a Katie's sale.
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Post by: droverjess on January 19, 2014, 10:38:22 pm
Ooh Maddy what fun.
Yes I can see the frog... LOL
I bought more paint yesterday....

http://reviews.wickes.co.uk/9987-en_gb/213834/reviews.htm

And
http://www.wickes.co.uk/trade-matt-paint-almond-10l/invt/205172/

Some rooms are vanilla, as is hall, landing and stairs.
Some rooms are a mix of vanilla and almond in equal quantities.
One bedroom will be almond.
Another bathroom is lace http://search.wickes.co.uk/search#ts=ajax&method=and&w=Bathroom%20paint%20lace&isort=score

We only like neutral colours with cheerful curtains and the pictures when they come out of store.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 19, 2014, 11:03:57 pm
Glad you found something you liked Wonder and, yes, I can see the frog as well!
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2014, 11:10:04 pm
Now that you mention it, yes the frog is quite obvious - good spotting maddy and it's nice to see you are still shopping ;)  I love the black dress in particular.
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Post by: Wonder on January 19, 2014, 11:47:20 pm
I can't see the frog, but maybe one day it will jump out at me when I'm not trying to picture it  ;D

Nice dresses Maddy and lovely paint colours DJ.
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2014, 01:22:25 am
Tilt your head and look at the dark eyes Wonder.
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Post by: Katiej on January 20, 2014, 01:28:58 am
Lovely chopping board Wonder.
Great shopping Maddy.
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Post by: mcmich on January 20, 2014, 02:45:58 am
Nice dresses Maddy - I know you won't buy anything kitcheny as there are so many other areas where you can channel your shopping talents.

Nice colours DJ - I love neutrals too.
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Post by: obbie on January 20, 2014, 03:02:32 am
Great shopping Maddy, Wonder love the timber board.

DJ great colors for paint.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 20, 2014, 07:28:25 am
Lovely clothes Maddy. 8) Good spot with the frog face :D

I have similar colours of paint on my walls as you DJ :D :D
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Post by: Emme on January 20, 2014, 08:06:50 am
Great board Wonder and yes I can see the frog face  :D
Lovely  dresses Maddy, I am sure there will be more kitcheny things later  ;) ;D

Those colours are lovely DJ

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Post by: KarenH on January 20, 2014, 08:16:59 am
I love the board Wonder!  My father does a lot of wood turning, and he loves working with camphor laurel because of the smell.  He has made me a couple of hot mats from the wood, and they do smell gorgeous.  And I can see the frogs face  ;)

Maddy those clothes are gorgeous - I just wish I went out somewhere fancy enough to wear a dress like that!
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Post by: mab19 on January 20, 2014, 08:26:04 am
Great shopping Maddy.  I love the black dress. :)

Wonder, your chopping board is great and yes I can see the frog face :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 20, 2014, 09:32:29 am
I'm loving my new board used it as a chopping board and to present dinner tonight. A lovely reminder of our weekend away - even though it was only in the city. I haven't been able to see trog but DD has just pointed it out  :o
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2014, 10:04:48 am
Easy once you've seen it isn't it Wonder  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on January 20, 2014, 10:06:52 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/a6y9eze8.jpg)

My purchase from Selfridges
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2014, 10:14:05 am
Oh Yvette I adore it. You will never be sorry. I've had mine for years and years and it still looks as good as when I bought it.

DJ we have neutral colours throughout our house too.

Maddy I love the black dress too.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 20, 2014, 12:25:48 pm
Wow Yvette how lovely 8)
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2014, 12:41:20 pm
Nice buy Yvette.
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Post by: mcmich on January 20, 2014, 03:14:40 pm
Love it Yvette. What a treat.  :D
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Post by: Wonder on January 20, 2014, 07:38:24 pm
Lovely purchase Yvette, a great moments of the trip.
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Post by: Emme on January 20, 2014, 08:29:15 pm
Beautiful purse Yvette, very special
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Post by: obbie on January 20, 2014, 08:41:28 pm
lovely purse Yvette. :)
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Post by: JulieO on January 20, 2014, 09:00:18 pm
Love your LV purse Yvette.  I treated myself to one 18 months ago and I appreciate it every time I use it.  Would love a bag but I can't see that happening any time soon.  ;D
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Post by: Yvette on January 20, 2014, 09:22:28 pm
Yes Julie I would love a bag too  :)
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Post by: Halex on January 20, 2014, 09:25:09 pm
Lovely Yvette, still after one, maybe next trip to Singapore :)
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Post by: mab19 on January 20, 2014, 09:47:35 pm
Lovely purse Yvette. :)
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Post by: goldfish on January 21, 2014, 01:50:28 am
Between friends and family .. A 5 kg box of biodynamically grown garlic from
www.patricenewell.com.au in the Hunter Valley. The website itself is good to look around even if you didn't want to purchase anything!!

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Also the banana ripening bags arrived from Greenharvest. They're huge!  I folded one over to see if I could get a decent pic :(  ( no great photographer thats for sure ;D)blue on one side and silver on the other.....this banana growing thing is quite an education!! Thanks again Judy and Cookie! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/21/u7avabat.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 21, 2014, 04:46:04 am
I would dearly love an LV handbag too. I am hard on bags so don't think I will ever get one. I have borrowed one of DD's for a very special occasion. 

I'm glad you were able to get banana bags GF. What are you going to do with all that lovely garlic?
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Post by: mcmich on January 21, 2014, 08:15:39 am
Hunter Valley GF?? That's my backyard (35 mins away). I need to get up there and check it out.  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 21, 2014, 10:37:57 am
Great purse Yvette. Would love one and a bag too.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 21, 2014, 11:15:19 am
I've been really good lately and not bought anything of myself until tonight. I've placed an order with Tastebom - they have 30% off at the moment. I've ordered peppermint oil, sweet orange oil and some freeze fried fruits and powders. I can't wait until it arrives  :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 21, 2014, 12:15:21 pm
Pretty purse, Yvette
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Post by: consumerate on January 21, 2014, 02:08:47 pm
Patrice Newell garlic is wonderful. Lasts for a long time and you can plant out any cloves that you don't get to before they sprout. Unfortunately it can't come across to WA because of quarantine restrictions.
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Post by: judydawn on January 21, 2014, 10:58:38 pm
I see there are quite a few Thermomix recipes on that Tastebom site ES.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 23, 2014, 03:33:41 am
My Book Depository order has arrived in just 7 days!

I am deciding whether or not to keep this one or give it to the friend whom I originally bought it for....
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B5Pbd-shgh0/UFhWjuXzQSI/AAAAAAAABhY/MNhi7mVub5M/s400/IMG_0576.jpg

And also this one that I think Maddy bought a while back, because it has a recipe for edamame hummus :)

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51AxXjp20WL._SY344_PJlook-inside-v2,TopRight,1,0_SH20_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg
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Post by: mcmich on January 23, 2014, 04:16:22 am
Lovely books Jamberie.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 23, 2014, 07:57:14 am
I love the British Bakeoff one. I have been watching that on Gem tv and have become quite addicted to it.
Is it good Jamberie? I may spoil myself. :-\
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Post by: Jamberie on January 23, 2014, 10:56:16 am
Quote from: cookie1 on January 23, 2014, 07:57:14 am
I love the British Bakeoff one. I have been watching that on Gem tv and have become quite addicted to it.
Is it good Jamberie? I may spoil myself. :-\

It is good, It is a lovely coffee table book and very pretty to look at with some good ideas/hints. I was a bit disappointed that not all the recipes have pictures. I may or may not have taken photos of a few of the recipes that I like. If I end up cooking a couple of them I'll purchase the book for myself.
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 23, 2014, 04:38:21 pm
with the idea of getting totally organised meal wise this year when I return to work next week I redeemed a 6 in 1 multi cooker with my flyby points. It arrived today so now I need to get cracking on my menu plans!!!  :o
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Post by: jo_nz on January 23, 2014, 10:35:44 pm
I just did some flybuy shopping too - ordered a set of chopping boards as one of mine has started to disinegrate!  :o

I also just used the Breville Party Pie mini pie maker that I got this week - bought it second hand off trademe.  Yum, but not necessarily good for the waistline - the idea was to make a batch and then freeze to pull out for lunchboxes, but run out of freezer space.  Didn't plan that very well!!
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2014, 02:59:55 am
I should do that Jo, and make pies this weekend.
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Post by: *suzanne* on January 24, 2014, 03:24:35 am
I've ordered lilys school hair ties and did another vs order :D
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Post by: droverjess on January 24, 2014, 09:13:04 pm
New mugs in sale.
For our own use when all works finished and all chipped ones thrown out.
Quite pleased as they work out at £2.60 each for good china and half pint ones too.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh621/Droverjess/10ba631cce2fad525ec9a423618d4358.jpg)
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Post by: Wonder on January 24, 2014, 09:21:44 pm
Love the cups DJ, you will appreciate them when you finally get to use them.
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Post by: JulieO on January 24, 2014, 09:22:45 pm
Nice and colourful DJ, I like them.  :)
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Post by: obbie on January 24, 2014, 09:38:33 pm
lovely cups DJ
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 24, 2014, 09:44:37 pm
Nice and colourful mugs DJ 8)
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Post by: judydawn on January 24, 2014, 10:37:29 pm
It's always nice to replace your old kitchen mugs, they are lovely DJ.  I recently bought myself 6 new mugs but have yet to get rid of any of the old ones  :-))
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 24, 2014, 10:40:19 pm
DJ they are lovely, you will enjoy them when you finally get them out to use  :)  I'm a bit ruthless with my mugs and throw them as soon as they have a chip in them so end up with a draw full of mismatched mugs ... perfectly fine for the teenagers (have to stop saying that as the younger of the *teens* is no longer a teen this year  :o :o :o :o) to store in their rooms until they decide it is dishes time ... I now have a secret stash of nice matching mugs for my visitors  ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on January 25, 2014, 03:34:45 am
love secret stashes :) faffa
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Post by: faffa_70 on January 25, 2014, 03:55:41 am
Quote from: obbie on January 25, 2014, 03:34:45 am
love secret stashes :) faffa

Ha ha necessities in this house sometimes Robyn   :D :D
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Post by: jeninwa on January 25, 2014, 04:10:53 am
I've had a bit of a shopping spree, a new laptop MacBook Air, Apple TV, a new watch and some stacking rings.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/ge2u4evu.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/dusevapa.jpg)
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Post by: jeninwa on January 25, 2014, 04:11:45 am
Quote from: faffa_70 on January 25, 2014, 03:55:41 am
Quote from: obbie on January 25, 2014, 03:34:45 am
love secret stashes :) faffa

Ha ha necessities in this house sometimes Robyn   :D :D

My house too. Lol
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 25, 2014, 05:06:21 am
I like the mugs too DJ.

Love the watch and rings jen.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 25, 2014, 05:32:17 am
Love the mugs DJ and the jewelry Jen :)

Furniture delivery today!!!! Entertainment unit, coffee table and wine storage! Yippee! Not only do I love the look but they all have great storage...time for a big spring clean :D
FYI Freedom "henderson" and "bacchus" ranges...love!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 25, 2014, 05:47:53 am
Good choice Jen.

I bought KIS at the farmers markets near me for $40 (gift). They had other TM books there which makes me think it was the publishers stand,
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Post by: mcmich on January 25, 2014, 06:20:39 am
Great mugs DJ.

Lovely jewelry Jen - I love watches.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 25, 2014, 10:20:01 am
Pretty jewellery Jen. 8)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2014, 11:46:00 am
Lovely mugs DJ. Great shopping Jeninwa.
CP that was a bargain.
Jamberie you won't know yourself with new furniture.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 25, 2014, 11:55:41 am
Gosh CP that was a good buy. I would have had to buy something there too :)
Yes Cookie, I have a new spring in my step as our new (6 months) home is beginning to take shape for us :) happy day!
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Post by: droverjess on January 25, 2014, 12:12:54 pm
Quote from: Jamberie on January 25, 2014, 11:55:41 am
Gosh CP that was a good buy. I would have had to buy something there too :)
Yes Cookie, I have a new spring in my step as our new (6 months) home is beginning to take shape for us :) happy day!

Well done Jamberie. We are six months in and still utter chaos and mess LOL
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 25, 2014, 12:19:53 pm
I prob will go back next weekend to buy a couple more gifts  :-)) I got the most beautiful long stemmed gerberas for $12 (too many to count 20-30 maybe). A  kilo of onions which I was just about to use to make a  pissaladiere (onion & olive tart) but I just couldn't bring myself to use them all at once cos they were perfect - silly me, but the supermarket onions are horrible. My bag was so heavy and I only meant to buy a few apples. I think I may need to start menu planning  :-)) or just buy heaps of fresh produce and work around it.
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Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2014, 12:24:21 pm
Great shopping girls.  I've bought a few things online for the kids for birthdays, Christmas etc.  I've decided when I see something I like, to just buy it and put it away. I must start a book listing everything I have so far. 

I've bought the GKs a subscription to National Geographic for Kids (can't put that away though), hammamas towels for DD2's whole family, Chasseur Panini Presses for both DD's just to name a few because I've already forgotten what else I've bought this year  :-)) ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 25, 2014, 12:38:26 pm
One of my friends works in a place where after stuff has gone on sale  and not sold they can buy for dirt cheap. She has a huge cupboard with about 70+ things in there that she keeps for gifts. She keeps a list so she knows what she has. Handy too when family members raid and her well paid son has been caught out a couple of times raiding for gift giving of his own (not that you'd have that problem JD)
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Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2014, 12:49:36 pm
She needs to put a lock on her cupboard CP  ;D  What a great job she has, side benefits like that are cool.
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Post by: Emme on January 25, 2014, 08:01:24 pm
Great shopping ladies  ;D I try not to look at this thread too much  ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on January 25, 2014, 08:23:59 pm
Great shopping girls.  
Quote from: Emme on January 25, 2014, 08:01:24 pm
Great shopping ladies  ;D I try not to look at this thread too much  ;)
Bought Wedgewood's Sarah's Garden  baking dish and casserole dish for 40% off.  Have been lusting after them for years.  
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Post by: djinni373 on January 25, 2014, 11:44:00 pm
I can't resist  :-)) I always have to look at this thread to see all the goodies. I love to see the shopping here :)
These are my latest additions.
The T2 pack was from the sale thing (thanks Gert) and just $11 :o
Saw the fig tree while getting the fresh fruit and veg from a small local producer. Hopefully I will have my own figs in the not too distant future.
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Post by: Yvette on January 26, 2014, 12:25:50 am
Nice purchases Jen love the watch.

Gayle did you know T2 opened at Castle Towers
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Post by: mcmich on January 26, 2014, 07:58:04 am
I would love to have a fig tree - are they hard to look after?
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Post by: Emme on January 26, 2014, 08:18:15 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 26, 2014, 07:58:04 am
I would love to have a fig tree - are they hard to look after?
We did have one Michele but pulled it out.  Had a lot of fruit  but its root system was a bit of a problem in the garden. 
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Post by: goldfish on January 26, 2014, 08:25:57 am
I've had no experience  Mich, but I believe you can grow them in large pots... :)
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Post by: stacelee on January 26, 2014, 11:20:50 am
I have two growing in pots quite happily.  One is only fairly young but the other one has been in its pot for about 8 years.  They are pretty forgiving, there have been a couple of times that I have forgotten to water the larger one and its dropped all its leaves....I give it a bit of love and it comes good.  I get quite a lot of fruit off of it...about 20 figs....although this year it has been a battle with the ants to get to the ripe fruit first.  I haven't planted any in the ground as I was worried about the roots getting into our pipes...we have already had one expensive pipe repair when a couple of trees broke into a pipe looking for water when Brisbane was in drought.  I do have quite a few citrus trees and a couple of olives and today I planted coffee, tamarillo and some more guavas.  I was given a gift voucher for a nursery at Christmas but have been hanging off waiting for rain....we have finally had some so I'm plant shopping next weekend.
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Post by: djinni373 on January 26, 2014, 01:03:08 pm
Quote from: Yvette on January 26, 2014, 12:25:50 am
Gayle did you know T2 opened at Castle Towers
Sure did Yvette :D I happened to be going by the day after it opened and now I keep finding excuses to go to the Towers :-))
Quote from: mcmich on January 26, 2014, 07:58:04 am
I would love to have a fig tree - are they hard to look after?
The producer I bought it from says figs are quite hardy once established. No doubt time will tell :-)) She and her DH are quite accomplished market gardeners as they grow many things, including cherries, here in Sydney. She said to spray a water mist on the leaves in the hot weather, plant the tree in full sun in the garden and keep the water up to it when it is fruiting. We don't have a problem with root systems in our backyard as our block is about 3-4 times bigger than a normal suburban block and the tree is quite a way from our house.
Stacelee an olive tree is next on my list to plant. Do you have any recommendations ?
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Post by: mcmich on January 26, 2014, 08:56:51 pm
Thanks for all the advice. Looks like a fig tree in a pot would be the way to go for me.  :)
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Post by: Halex on January 26, 2014, 11:03:22 pm
A lazy susan & a chopping board, locally made in Kalbarri, bought at the australia day markets :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 26, 2014, 11:32:39 pm
Nice Hally, what's the wood?
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Post by: Halex on January 26, 2014, 11:36:47 pm
Cant remeber :o looked at so many.

The chopping board is London something, cant post photo of board, file too large.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 27, 2014, 02:07:31 am
Gayle we are welcomed with a cheerful hello when we go to T2. A bit like Gert possibly. They know us well.

Hally have you had some nasty hot weather up there or are you keeping cool?
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Post by: Halex on January 27, 2014, 09:48:46 am
Cookie, nice breeze up here :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 28, 2014, 07:38:27 am
The parcel post man has just been. He delivered a parcel for me from Kitchenware Direct. Some lovely forum members gave me some vouchers to spend there. Here are my new treasures.
A cake tin that I have been coveting for some time but would not pay the money for it. I can't wait to use it.
         
Also a Melty pot. It goes in the microwave, oven , freezer everywhere. Copes with temperatures from -50 to + 300 degrees. I seem to break every small bowl I have for melting things in. I can't break this one and it will be well used.

Thanks everyone.
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Post by: Wonder on January 28, 2014, 07:39:44 am
Great buys Cookie
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Post by: gertbysea on January 28, 2014, 07:46:04 am
Wonder if you can make a loaf of bread in the melty pot?

Gert
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Post by: Katiej on January 28, 2014, 08:16:34 am
Lovely shopping Cookie. Great cake tin.
I've not seen a melty pot before.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 28, 2014, 09:09:24 am
Super buys Cookie 8)
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Post by: mab19 on January 28, 2014, 09:26:44 am
Great buys cookie :)
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Post by: Halex on January 28, 2014, 09:49:08 am
Good shopping Cookie :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 28, 2014, 10:03:04 am
It's nice to get something you've wanted with vouchers Cookie, well done.  I've also not heard of a melty pot.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 28, 2014, 10:38:56 am
Great buys cookie. The melting pot is a clever idea.
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Post by: kezza on January 28, 2014, 10:54:27 am
I've never seen those melty pots before - great idea.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 28, 2014, 11:13:31 am
I've used the Melty pot, it is brilliant. There is a larger version so that may be good for bread. It is oven safe as well.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 28, 2014, 01:13:29 pm
Ooh....very nice, Cookie. Think of us when you use these pretty things ;D
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Post by: Yvette on January 28, 2014, 09:39:20 pm
Lovely buys Cookie glad you are happy with them  :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 29, 2014, 03:46:20 am
Philips XL Airfryer from TVSN. I've never purchased from TVSN before but they had it on special with free postage and handling and only $2.20 to pay over 4 instalments.

Last week, DD left our electirc deepfryer on for 24 hrs after forgetting to turn it off when cooking some won tons and chips, thankfully it's new and has safety mechanism so it couldn't go above the set temp but it did give me a big fright. I've become worried with her being home alone more now that she will be at Uni, and DS is home alone most afternoons as well for a few hours so thinking this will be a good safer option for their snacks. that's my excuse when DH rolls his eyes at me anyway  ;D
https://www.itvsn.com.au/include/oecgi2.php/product?product=046900&site_id=ITVSN&cm_mc_uid=04634859028413729082642&cm_mc_sid_90386787=1390966822 (https://www.itvsn.com.au/include/oecgi2.php/product?product=046900&site_id=ITVSN&cm_mc_uid=04634859028413729082642&cm_mc_sid_90386787=1390966822)
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Post by: mcmich on January 29, 2014, 04:21:36 am
Good buy Wonder. I have purchased from TVSN and have never had a problem.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 29, 2014, 08:15:54 am
Good buy, Wonder. And fast too. Thought you were just thinking about it :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 29, 2014, 08:35:02 am
I had thought about it and almost bought one last year BZB so was pretty sure of what I wanted so when TVSN had them on sale with free postage and payment over 4 months I thought I should grab it.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 29, 2014, 09:45:47 am
I've been thinking of one of those for a long time Wonder! What a great buy,  I look forward to hearing what you think of it :)
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Post by: deedub on January 29, 2014, 11:12:15 am
I found a parcel pickup notice in my letterbox today, dated from over a week ago (don't judge me, there's yucky spider webs in there and it was buried under a couple of takeaway pamphlets). Can't for the life of me think what it could be, maybe I'll have something to add to the shopping thread if I can track down the parcel. Maybe I was doing some late night online shopping after a couple of vinos?
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Post by: Wonder on January 29, 2014, 11:24:04 am
How exciting Deedub
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 29, 2014, 02:39:20 pm
That happened to me a while ago. The items weren't all put in the same parcel together so every couple of days I'd get another one. I didn't have a clue what I'd ordered until I opened the parcel. They were ridiculous and I've just stuck them away to hopefully forget about them :D I hope you get a nice surprise and look forward to hearing all about it
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Post by: mcmich on January 29, 2014, 07:21:36 pm
That will be a lovely surprise deedub  :D Don't forget to let us know what it is.  ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 29, 2014, 10:08:56 pm
Dee dub I hope it is for you, I had a couple of deliveries last week addressed to me but when I opened them they were skimpy little dresses ordered by my DIL , they don't get deliveries where they live, short lived excitement.  But I am waiting on the arrival of my new Pressure Cooker.
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Post by: Wonder on January 29, 2014, 10:12:22 pm
Which pressure cooker did you get Aussiebrenda?
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Post by: obbie on January 30, 2014, 06:10:27 am
I bought bulk vac seal bags, and extra foil containers. :)
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Post by: maddy on January 30, 2014, 11:46:03 pm
Wonder....there's a face book page with Asian inspired recipes for the airfryer here  https://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Love-Philips-Airfryer/163566940375180  they look delish actually.

I picked up this Charlie Brown halter neck dress on a big sale (saved $220  :o)....thinking I might keep save it for  a friends wedding in Fiji next year  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a362891fb12798477a11b58765403650.jpg)

I have also purchased more supplies for my candle making venture....and I can't wait to show you all when I've completed all the testing!
There's so many people that make them, but I've come up with something a bit different....here's a sneak peek of the packaging, and so me I think!
I think they're the cutest boxes I have seen

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/f33a7ffba37502bfff19269ad7b56b5a.jpg)

When I show the finished products, the boxes will make sense  ;)

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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 30, 2014, 11:51:42 pm
Lovely dress Maddy. And such a cute box :)

Wonder, lots of ideas on that Facebook page. I've used Snap Recipes to save some of the pics. But I think the temps used will have to be adjusted for the XL model. I burnt a batch of drumsticks when I followed the settings in one of the recipes.
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Post by: goldfish on January 30, 2014, 11:54:50 pm
Dress is gorgeous, Maddy!!!  It had your name on it I think  !
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Post by: judydawn on January 31, 2014, 12:57:38 am
Love the dress maddy, perfect for what you have in mind.

Maybe the candles are going to be cup-cake candles  ;)  Love the boxes and can't wait to see what you are up to.
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Post by: Halex on January 31, 2014, 01:08:58 am
Deedub what was in the package?

Love the dress Maddy, I have a few Charlie Browns :)
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Post by: Wonder on January 31, 2014, 01:39:04 am
Lovely dress Maddy and those boxes are just adorable. I'm sure your candles will be cupcake inspired in some way.

Thanks for the facebook link, I had seen it but not spent any time on there so hopefully I'll get a bit more time next week and a faster internet to have a proper look.

Thanks for the tip BZB.
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Post by: obbie on January 31, 2014, 01:57:05 am
Love the boxes Maddy
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Post by: cookie1 on January 31, 2014, 04:35:56 am
I love the dress Maddy. Perfect for Fiji. I can't wait to hear more about your candle venture.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 31, 2014, 04:48:31 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 31, 2014, 12:57:38 am

Maybe the candles are going to be cup-cake candles  ;) 

Thats what I was thinking too! Really cute Maddy. Cake without the calories...
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Post by: Yvette on January 31, 2014, 06:20:14 am
Love the dress Maddy good luck with the candle making venture make sure you show us lots of pics I'm sure they will be amazing  :)
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Post by: Emme on January 31, 2014, 06:43:08 am
Love the dress Maddy, perfect for the wedding.

Looking forward to seeing pics of the candles  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 31, 2014, 07:10:49 am
Wonderful dress Maddy,a great purchase to wear at a wedding in Fiji.Looking forward to seeing your candles in their packaging ;)
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 31, 2014, 09:44:34 am
Great dress Maddy.
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Post by: JulieO on February 01, 2014, 12:36:21 am
I must have missed this book but after seeing Katie's lovely meal I went hunting….. and have ordered this today.  Am quite surprised that there aren't more reviews so far seeing it was released last year.  :o

(http://urbanprovider.com.au/userfiles/image/Cookbook%202012/Cover_new_sml.JPG)
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Post by: Katiej on February 01, 2014, 04:07:14 am
You will love the book Julie.  Everything we tasted at his cooking class was lovely.

I bought the book last year, but yesterday was the first time I've used it.  Too many cookbooks and not enough hours in the day or meal times is my problem  ;D

Do you have his first book?  If so, the coconut cake is delicious.
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Post by: mab19 on February 01, 2014, 04:28:35 am
Quote from: deedub on January 29, 2014, 11:12:15 am
I found a parcel pickup notice in my letterbox today, dated from over a week ago (don't judge me, there's yucky spider webs in there and it was buried under a couple of takeaway pamphlets).

Deedub, we always had problems with the letter box at our previous house.  It was always full of snails which ate our letters and no amount of snail bait could fix the problem.  I always got strange looks and comments when paying a bill at the PO. I often wonder how the new owners are managing. :D

Maddy that dress is goreous and will be ideal for a wedding.  The boxes are cute too.  Look forward to seeing how you use them.
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Post by: Wonder on February 01, 2014, 06:10:43 am
The photo on the cover looks great JulieO. Will be interested to hear the recipes.
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Post by: judydawn on February 01, 2014, 07:23:20 am
Here's (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=13334.0) the index list of the book Wonder.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2014, 08:12:28 am
I went to Dymocks this morning. Some lovely folks had given me a Dymocks voucher, so I spent some of it on these. I love Katherine Howell's books and I'm a sucker for Bread books that appeal to me.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/01/8apy8u8u.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on February 01, 2014, 08:20:50 am
It looks like you're having fun with your vouchers Cookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 01, 2014, 09:30:19 am
Great buys Cookie 8)
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Post by: JulieO on February 01, 2014, 09:33:16 am
Katie, yes I do and I must get it out and have another look (esp at the coconut cake)  ;D

I'm like you, have so many cookbooks and get pulled in diff directions all the time.  Would make it much simpler if I didn't (have as many that is)  :D

Nice buys Cookie.  :)
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Post by: sue_purrb on February 01, 2014, 09:54:01 am
I ordered an ice cream maker from Kogan yesterday. It is a 2 litre capacity and only $49 plus postage.
It's one of the ones where you freeze the bowl, not a compressor. Now I just need to buy a freezer to go with it!! :D

Watch this space... ;)

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Post by: mcmich on February 01, 2014, 10:58:18 am
Lovely books Julie and Cookie.  :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 01, 2014, 11:00:07 am
I've got that book JO, and look through it often. I love the first book and have just about made everything in it.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 01, 2014, 09:23:46 pm
Sorry Wonder for not answering just caught up with this, I brought a Fagor Duo. 8 litre, I'm having lots of fun trying it out. Last night lamb shanks were so yummy.  I wanted one to go on my induction top and also one I can take camping as we mostly bush camp with no power.
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Post by: JulieO on February 01, 2014, 09:44:55 pm
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on February 01, 2014, 09:23:46 pm
I brought a Fagor Duo. 8 litre

That's the brand and size that I have, very happy with it too.  :)

Good to know they are both good CP.  Good recommendation if you've made almost all the recipes from the first book, will go through it today for sure.  :D
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Post by: JulieO on February 02, 2014, 02:06:35 am
Today I ordered this bedhead/surround to fit our ensemble. It's so lovely, the photo doesn't do it justice.  Can't wait for it to arrive.  ;D

(http://doxz7msmg7sxx.cloudfront.net/media/catalog/product/cache/7/image/2432x1368/c2f10b1d8f5a5ddacfb442b817d0e244/H/N/HN532569_1.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on February 02, 2014, 02:13:54 am
Very luxurious Julie, I hope you're not going to sleep outside though ;)
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Post by: JulieO on February 02, 2014, 02:18:25 am
 ;D ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 02, 2014, 02:42:08 am
,
beautiful bed head JulieO you will have to post a photo when you get it installed .
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 02, 2014, 03:56:43 am
Lovely bed head.
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Post by: Halex on February 02, 2014, 04:08:00 am
Lol, I only saw the tree & the chest & could not work it out at all. Goodness I havent even had a drink!!! Then i moved it over, lovely. :)
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Post by: mcmich on February 02, 2014, 04:15:38 am
Beautiful Julie.  :)
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Post by: JulieO on February 02, 2014, 06:07:16 am
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on February 02, 2014, 02:42:08 am
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beautiful bed head JulieO you will have to post a photo when you get it installed .

Hopefully will do.  It's going to be 6-8 weeks before delivery, though I'm hoping it will be sooner.  :D

Quote from: Halex on February 02, 2014, 04:08:00 am
Lol, I only saw the tree & the chest & could not work it out at all. Goodness I havent even had a drink!!! Then i moved it over, lovely. :)

Yes it is a big photo isn't it!  Sorry for any confusion.  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on February 02, 2014, 07:47:49 am
I did the same Hally  ;D. Looks lovely Julieo
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Post by: Emme on February 02, 2014, 08:04:59 am
That is lovely Julie.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2014, 08:10:40 am
I love it Julie. It's very beautiful. Would go well with the blue carpet in our bedroom.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 02, 2014, 09:10:15 am
Lovely bed head Julie.Buttoning is difficult so it's worth every dollar you paid for it ;) :D
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Post by: JulieO on February 02, 2014, 09:17:09 pm
Thanks girls.  Yes it is a bit pricey so am glad you pointed that out about the buttoning Cornish.  I just love the look and also how it will hide the base of our ensemble.  :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 02, 2014, 11:35:06 pm
Lovely, Julie. Does it come with the pretty sheets, lamps, parasol....? :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 03, 2014, 12:06:38 am
It's beautiful JO.  I've never seen one like that before. Are you using existing bedside tables etc?
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Post by: JulieO on February 03, 2014, 01:21:15 am
Bee, I wish it did!  ;D

I'm not sure what the material is, but it looks and feels very much like linen, really lovely.  :D

CP, will go with what I have first off, but like anything, once I get something new, I will want to add to it! Will see how we go though.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 03, 2014, 01:47:26 am
lovely Julie
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Post by: JulieO on February 03, 2014, 07:45:06 am
Thanks obbie.  :-*
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Post by: Yvette on February 03, 2014, 08:00:29 am
Looks lovely Julie I did the same as Hally  :D
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Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2014, 11:19:15 am
I can confess that I did too but I knew that darn headboard had to be somewhere so went searching for it  :D :D
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Post by: JulieO on February 03, 2014, 09:40:07 pm
 :D :D
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Post by: KarenH on February 05, 2014, 01:44:06 am
I just spent over $200 on bulk nuts, seeds and dried herbs from Gaganis Bros - am  going to parcel them up in snap lock bags and freeze them to stop them going rancid. 

And then I spent $120 on a 25L bulk container of the environmentally-friendly dishwashing liquid that I really like - heaps cheaper than buying it in 600ml bottles.  The local health food shop ordered it in for me especially, and then gave me a further 10% discount  ;D

Am thinking of going clothes shopping today - have lost over 15kg in the past few months, and my clothes are getting baggy.  But I am scared of how much a new wardrobe will cost me  :o
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Post by: Wonder on February 05, 2014, 01:50:09 am
Expensive day for you Karen. Well done on the weight loss, where dieting and exercising more or just watching what you eat more?

Definitely treat yourself to new clothes, I always feel so much more comfortable and confident in clothes that fit well and you deserve a treat.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 05, 2014, 01:54:16 am
Well done on your weight loss Karen.  You need new clothes. Treat yourself.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on February 05, 2014, 01:55:00 am
Great weight loss Karen
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Post by: Katiej on February 05, 2014, 02:01:56 am
Yes treat yourself, you deserve it after all your hard work.
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Post by: judydawn on February 05, 2014, 02:25:41 am
You've just spent up big on grocery items now it's time to spoil yourself as a reward for such a great achievement Karen.  Congratulations, you sure are looking good  :-* :-*
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 05, 2014, 02:32:41 am
Well done Karen.  Shopping for a new wardrobe will be a great boost - you will have so many more choices now that you have lost those 15 kgs - I hope I can emulate your weight loss over the next months!
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Post by: goldfish on February 05, 2014, 03:22:34 am
Karen, congratulations!! That's a fantastic effort!! Well done!!   Go on! Treat yourself!!  You deserve  it!!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 05, 2014, 04:35:17 am
Congrats Karen! That's a huge achievement. Go shopping :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2014, 05:10:46 am
Karen how wonderful for you. Congratulations on the weight loss. It is fun buying new clothes, go for it.
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Post by: JulieO on February 05, 2014, 05:37:57 am
That is fantastic Karen, good for you.   :D
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Post by: Emme on February 05, 2014, 06:40:35 am
Karen, that is wonderful.  Well done.  You deserve a treat.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 05, 2014, 06:55:53 am
I went to HO and bought the new TM cooking for me and you recipe booklet. Looks really good, and well worth its $15 price tag.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 05, 2014, 07:12:39 am
Congratulations Karen on the weight loss.Enjoy your clothes shopping. ;D
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Post by: mab19 on February 05, 2014, 08:48:15 am
Karen, congratulations on your weight loss.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 05, 2014, 09:06:23 am
Karen that's fabulous. Congratulations and go treat yourself to new clothes. You deserve it.
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Post by: Yvette on February 05, 2014, 09:36:17 am
Well done Karen just start with a few basics then add to those. How did you lose the weight?
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Post by: mcmich on February 05, 2014, 09:55:52 pm
Well done Karen. Absolutely essential you get some new clothes. No use having your new figure hiding in baggy clothes.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2014, 12:55:32 am
I am thinking of doing the same CP. I may even get the new EDC while I am there.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 06, 2014, 01:12:26 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 06, 2014, 12:55:32 am
I may even get the new EDC while I am there.
I might've done that as well  ;) will give my "old" new one to DD1
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Post by: KarenH on February 06, 2014, 01:14:29 am
Quote from: Yvette on February 05, 2014, 09:36:17 am
Well done Karen just start with a few basics then add to those. How did you lose the weight?

Thanks for your kind comments everyone!  I didnt get out clothes shopping yesterday, but plan to very soon.  I basically followed the BodyTrim programme, which is a low carb diet, and did nothing more strenuous than brisk walking.  Got a pedomoter, and aim for 10,000 steps per day.
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Post by: obbie on February 06, 2014, 02:01:53 am
Karen, I did bodytrim about 5 years ago, and loved it... :)
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Post by: maddy on February 06, 2014, 02:32:45 am
That's fabulous Karen!! Good on you  8)
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Post by: Halex on February 06, 2014, 04:00:03 am
Fantastic weightloss Karen :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 06, 2014, 12:06:35 pm
Congratulations Karen. You will feel like a new person with some new clothes :)
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Post by: Nikkit on February 06, 2014, 10:11:33 pm
Went shopping with my Mum...
I made her buy a new Neff oven (well 2 really) as her old oven carked it.
She made me buy an insane amount of clothes.
Our credit cards will never be the same again.  :-))
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Post by: mab19 on February 06, 2014, 10:46:57 pm
Sounds like a fun day for both of you Nikkit. :)

I loved going shopping with my mum we always had a good time.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2014, 01:02:32 am
My Mum and I were the same Nikkit. We always had to have morning tea or lunch or both. DD and I try to copy that. There was a short time when the 3 of us used to hit the shops. That was fun.
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Post by: judydawn on February 07, 2014, 02:27:36 am
My Mum is different.  I used to pick her up when Dad was alive and take her to the nearest shopping centre when she needed clothes (they used to do the food shopping together).  Dad would ask us when we left how long would we be and Mum would tend to rush, rush, rush - never had time for a coffee and certainly not lunch.  In the end I just told him we would be back when we were ready and we had a more leisurely shopping trip, even the odd cup of coffee!  Never lunch though as Dad would be waiting for Mum to come home and get something for him.  I started taking them both out for lunch as they grew older and Dad was less prone to driving in areas outside theirs - I called them surprise outings as they never knew where they were going to end up.  They really enjoyed themselves.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2014, 05:29:04 am
That's lovely Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on February 07, 2014, 06:00:08 am
Thanks Cookie, we all enjoyed it although at times it was like taking kids out.
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Post by: Halex on February 07, 2014, 06:00:56 am
JD thats so nice :)
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Post by: mcmich on February 07, 2014, 07:20:21 am
That's lovely Judy.

I love shopping with my mum  ;D she is amazing. We still go to Melbourne for a shopping weekend twice a year - we have been doing that since I was a teenager. It's from mum that I got my love of kitchen appliances. I inherited my good shoe genes from her. I must ring her and say thankyou for being such a super mum.  :D



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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2014, 08:00:04 am
Do that Mich. I am sure she will love it. I was having my eyebrows done the other day and the lass's Mum was in there. She gave her daughter a kiss and blew me one too. I don't know her at all but she made my day.  :D
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Post by: Nikkit on February 07, 2014, 10:38:08 pm
Judy, we used to take my Nana shopping when she was alive. There'd be 4 generations of girls out for the day. (Nana, Mum, Me and my 2 girls)
Mum and I used to joke that we had 3 kids under the age of 90 to watch!! 
Nana would be in her wheelchair and if we weren't moving she'd get antsy and put her feet to the floor and push herself along. So if I was chatting to Mum about something in the window and wasn't watching Nana, when you turned around she'd be gone!
We had many a heart attack til we found her again - the old dear could get that wheel chair moving and would often be quite a distance away!
We decided that the girls were easier as if we said "stay here" then they would. If we said that to Nana she'd say "yes dear" with a twinkle in her eye and would be off in a flash the minute we turned our backs! If we told her off she'd just smile sweetly and say " I wanted to look at the things in the window further along!"
We finally got it sorted, would tell the kids to keep an eye on Nana and if she took off then they were to stick with her, they loved pushing her chair and she'd give them a running commentary in her not so quiet voice (she was pretty deaf so her whisper was not a whisper!) about what a ridiculous skirt that girl was wearing, how many earrings did one need, how fat/skinny that person is, and our least favourite - look at the darkies, what are they doing here?
We'd have morning tea, lunch and "I can't fit another thing in, but oooo that cake looks lovely and I'd like a coffee too" afternoon tea!
Nana would be happy and we'd all be exhausted by the time we got home!
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2014, 02:08:51 am
 :D :D I can just picture it Nikkit, especially the comments.  My Mum's hearing isn't the best either and she has been known to say in a waiting room 'if I ever get that big, shoot me won't you'. Waiting for one of her heart specialist's appointments for 3/4 hour she told me that this was the last time she was coming here and funnily enough when we did get inside his room and he did her test, he told her he didn't think she needed to come again unless her GP felt her condition had worsened - coincidence or did the receptionist pass on what she'd heard?  It was certainly said loud enough for everyone in the large waiting room to hear.  Sometimes you just want a hole to open up and swallow you ;D  Bless her.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 08, 2014, 11:42:07 am
Lovely stories, thank you ladies.
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Post by: obbie on February 09, 2014, 02:22:27 am
another old car...
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2014, 06:27:22 am
How old Robyn? Photo please.
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Post by: obbie on February 09, 2014, 06:28:30 am
Just got it home 30 minutes ago.
another Holden HD...
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Post by: Wonder on February 09, 2014, 09:05:31 pm
obbie what do you do with all the old cars? Are they drivable?
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Post by: obbie on February 09, 2014, 10:46:56 pm
old HD we got yesterday.
Wonder we have  a EJ, HR, and now a HD,

One HD is in pieces, as its a project for weekends.

sorry, all 3 are driveable on the road..
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2014, 12:45:35 am
Do you have the concessional licence fees for all your older cars Robyn? We do for hours, otherwise it would cost us a fortune to license and insure them. Do you have special number plates for them? We have 1930 for our 1930 cars and when the 1928 one is complete we hope to be able to get 1928 for that. It sort of makes them special.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2014, 07:23:10 am
I still have lots of lovely voucher spending ahead of me. I had to go to the bank today so popped in and bought this with some of a voucher. It will just confirm that I am a sloth, but now I will have proof.
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Post by: courton on February 10, 2014, 07:33:43 am
Cookie, would love your opinion on this. I am waiting for Fitbit Force to be available in Australia but the force seems to have a few issues with the strap causing skin irritation.
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Post by: Halex on February 10, 2014, 07:37:27 am
Great cookie, see you on the other thread :)
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Post by: Katiej on February 10, 2014, 09:05:18 am
Excellent Cookie!
I bought myself a new Fitbit last Friday, I got the other sort though not the wrist band type.
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Post by: fundj&e on February 10, 2014, 09:17:52 am
franks shopping list is longer than last time. Driver booked for Sunday morning @ 8 am not happy Jan  >:(

last time i gave up going with him i went the 1st week then he went on his own, much quicker with out me i must go down in every is it aisle or Isle ?  ;D



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Post by: troupie on February 10, 2014, 09:25:53 am
Cookie1 you have lost me; what is a sloth and what is the wristband for; if you don't mind me asking that is. I wasn't going to look at this thread because I didn't want to be buying lots of things. I just started looking at about page 700 and am hooked but its too far back to read the lot. Lots of great things though.
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Post by: fundj&e on February 10, 2014, 09:30:11 am
troupie i try and stay away from the thread   ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 10, 2014, 10:00:32 am
This is a very bad thread . We should shut it down.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on February 10, 2014, 10:02:03 am
It can be done with 1 click Gert, are you sure about that  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 10, 2014, 10:04:54 am
Maddy started it .  ;D :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: fundj&e on February 10, 2014, 10:07:24 am
off with her head  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2014, 11:13:30 am
Yes, it does need shutting down. It costs me a fortune. But it is fun and I'm sure none of us spend money we don't have.

Troupie a sloth is a very, very slow moving animal. The wristband is really like a jazzed up pedometer. It counts your steps and other stuff and sends it to your iPhone, iPad or computer. A fascinating waste of money, but it is going to be fun to see how far I walk in a day. I also hope to lose a few kilos by keeping track of my eating.

Uni the ones in the shops are aisle and the ones out in the ocean are Isle. But I guess the have aisles on the isles too.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 10, 2014, 11:23:19 am
push the button! push the button! push the button!
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Post by: courton on February 10, 2014, 12:22:34 pm
No!no! I enjoy this thread too much!
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Post by: obbie on February 10, 2014, 08:38:18 pm
Maddy don't push the button....
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Post by: Emme on February 10, 2014, 11:47:41 pm
When I look at this thread and I do try and stay away from it I realise how totally  ignorant I was in not knowing that all these things existed and that  I really needed them. :D :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on February 11, 2014, 12:23:14 am
Even if we don't buy everything, it's good to be kept informed of what's available out there. I rarely go to the shops and browse so I wouldn't know half these things existed if it wasn't for the forum.

This morning I ordered 2 duck feather mattress toppers for both my double beds through Groupon, have been wondering if such an item exists and was thrilled to see them appear just after midnight last night - exactly what I wanted for just $69 each. Happy that it saved me having to look for them myself.

I also bought a bike rack for the kids to get 2 of them at least up off the floor and create more space.
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Post by: mab19 on February 11, 2014, 12:33:54 am
No, no don't push the button I love reading this thread.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 11, 2014, 12:48:53 am
THE BUTTON
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Just in case anyone wants to push it.
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Post by: judydawn on February 11, 2014, 12:49:36 am
Good one Cookie  :D :D
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Post by: Katj on February 11, 2014, 12:55:38 am
You girls make me laugh, please don't push the button. I love to see what others are spending their money on! :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 11, 2014, 03:32:50 am
only joking - the country would go into a recession without this thread. I often have to look at this thread but I put my hands over my eyes and peep through the cracks everytime
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 11, 2014, 09:00:13 am
Quote from: Katj on February 11, 2014, 12:55:38 am
You girls make me laugh, please don't push the button. I love to see what others are spending their money on! :D

Me too.
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Post by: sue_purrb on February 12, 2014, 02:24:43 am
My Kogan ice cream maker arrived today. Luckily the freezer to house the bowl arrived last week.  ;D

I ordered a freestanding fridge and separate freezer last Sunday night from Appliances Online and they were delivered on Wednesday afternoon, and the old fridge and all packaging taken away.
I did feel a bit guilty about not buying locally, but I took the quotes into Harvey Norman and the Good Guys, and neither could come close. A big selling point for us was that there was no extra charge for delivery or removal of the old appliance.

My washing machine has been limping along for a while, so when it finally gives up I will look there again.
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Post by: obbie on February 12, 2014, 04:17:30 am
I buy online, only what I can not get locally.

So there are no kitchen shops around here, I have to drive to Cairns (1 hour) to get to one.

 If I can buy locally I do, as I want people to shop locally with us. :)
 

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Post by: sue_purrb on February 13, 2014, 02:11:50 am
I usually buy locally, Obbie, but the price difference was too much for us this time.

The salesman at Harvey Norman wasn't really interested in selling us the models we wanted, he just kept telling us we should buy the Miele brand, "as they last 20 years!" I asked why the 2 year warranty didn't reflect that, and he wasn't too happy. I know Miele is a good brand, I have a Miele dishwasher and love it, but the fridge and freezer were double the price of the Fisher & Paykel ones we had chosen.  A friend's son worked at Harvey Norman and I know they have incentives to sell certain brands.  The F&P models were each more than $600 more expensive than online.

At the Good Guys, we were served by my DS's friend, so I know he did his best for us. He could get the price down to $150 more than online for the pair, which I would have paid to give him the business, but the killer was the extra $185 charge for delivery and removal of the old fridge. I'm afraid we just couldn't afford that much extra for goodwill. When we win the lotto we will buy all local!  :D

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Post by: Cuilidh on February 13, 2014, 02:54:14 am
Quote from: obbie on February 12, 2014, 04:17:30 am
If I can buy locally I do, as I want people to shop locally with us. :)
 

I totally agree, Obbie.  I've had a rant on here about this in the past so will not say anything more.
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Post by: sue_purrb on February 13, 2014, 10:59:10 am
Oops, I seem to have inadvertently opened a can of worms here, so I sincerely apologise for any offence I've caused.
Cuilidh, you must feel strongly if you've had a rant. I'd be interested in your views, but I wouldn't know where to start looking in nearly 800 pages!  :D

I do have a local producer to recommend though, for anyone interested in buying a butter bell, or butter keeper. (One of the ones where you put butter in the top and water in the base and it keeps the butter spreadable.)

I bought a beautiful one from one of the local shows last year, but it got knocked off the bench and broke.
I thought I would replace it with a cheaper, plainer one so that if the same thing happened it wouldn't be so painful  ;D, but couldn't find any other Australian supplier online. I ended up tracking down the local lady who makes them, and bought the same one that I had previously, plus a spare just in case!  ;)
 She has the Cedar Shed Pottery (http://www.cedarshedpottery.com.au), and also has a shop of the same name on etsy. I really like the pots, they look beautiful and work really well, as long as the temperature stays below mid thirties. When it's been hotter, I've popped it into the fridge for a while to firm up again.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2014, 11:17:38 am
They look lovely. I have often thought about a butter bell, but in the summer here it would be in the fridge all the time. Winter would be fine though.
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Post by: Bedlam on February 18, 2014, 12:32:21 pm
I don't know if this really counts as shopping but after searching for 12 months or so for "the" one.  We bought a new car today. We have 3 cars between the two of us as we bought a tarago to cart the FC's around. Anyway traded 2 in and bought a hyundai i40. Can't wait to have it home.
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Post by: judydawn on February 18, 2014, 12:41:47 pm
It's shopping of almost the greatest magnitude Denise, enjoy your new car.
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Post by: Bedlam on February 18, 2014, 12:44:02 pm
Thanks JD, I am really excited ( I have been a bit fussy!)
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Post by: judydawn on February 18, 2014, 12:45:28 pm
It's good to get what you want Denise and if it takes time then so be it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 18, 2014, 06:53:41 pm
Quote from: sue_purrb on February 13, 2014, 10:59:10 am
Oops, I seem to have inadvertently opened a can of worms here, so I sincerely apologise for any offence I've caused.
Cuilidh, you must feel strongly if you've had a rant. I'd be interested in your views, but I wouldn't know where to start looking in nearly 800 pages!  :D
Those butter bells look beautiful, sue_purrb ... I only wish we used butter so that I could buy one too!

I won't fire up again about purchases off the internet, it really is inevitable that people will do so ... I just get bitter and twisted about the whole thing.  Being a small, specialist retailer we see our business suffering from our customers going to the internet to make their purchases (they come into our shop, go through everything they are interested in, i.e. waste our time, then go home and buy off the web).  With a mark up of less than 50% we cannot compete so we, like book shops and many other retailers, are doomed to go out of business in the next couple of years.  I guess we are only responding to our customer's desires, i.e. close our doors and leave them to do their own thing and struggle on as best they can.

I could go on and on for a while about this, as I said, I am bitter and twisted, but I won't say any more, you can get the jist of my feelings and opinions from what I have just said.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 18, 2014, 08:56:36 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on February 18, 2014, 12:32:21 pm
I don't know if this really counts as shopping but after searching for 12 months or so for "the" one.  We bought a new car today. We have 3 cars between the two of us as we bought a tarago to cart the FC's around. Anyway traded 2 in and bought a hyundai i40. Can't wait to have it home.

Nice one Denise. Enjoy.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on February 18, 2014, 09:16:55 pm
I think it does count as shopping Bedlam, enjoy your new car
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Post by: JulieO on February 18, 2014, 09:33:58 pm
Nothing like the smell of a new car.  Enjoy yours Bedlam  :D
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Post by: Yvette on February 18, 2014, 09:49:12 pm
Enjoy your new car Bedlam we bought a car on the weekend too  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 18, 2014, 10:09:10 pm
That's major shopping Bedlam and Yvette.Enjoy your new wheels ;) :D

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Post by: JulieO on February 19, 2014, 12:02:54 am
Lovely Yvette, what did you buy?  :)
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Post by: Halex on February 19, 2014, 12:04:02 am
We are looking at a new car within 12 months for dh.

I bought Nicos 2 cookbooks :)
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Post by: JulieO on February 19, 2014, 12:05:56 am
Hally, I have both.  Have recently typed up from his first book what I want to make and have just started going through his new one.  Lots of lovely recipes in both.  I will get around to them at some stage.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 12:26:04 am
Lovely shopping. What colour are the new cars? Photos please.

Marina I empathise with you. After Borders closed down I decided I would set aside an amount of money each week and at the end of a month go and buy a book at Dymocks. They are often cheaper elsewhere but I listened to an author recently lament the loss of bookshops. I can think of nothing worse and I miss Borders as it was huge here. We have nothing else as the other bookstores are much smaller.
I realise you are not a book shop but I see people doing the same with cosmetics etc. I admit that I do buy ebooks too so I am not that good.
Feel free to rant it is your livelihood.
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Post by: jo_nz on February 19, 2014, 01:08:00 am
I find it sad to see shops closing too.  So much help and information lost!  We used to have a wonderful kids bookshop just down the road - an amazing selection of books, and the guy who owned it was amazing at helping.  I could tell him what age I was buying for and he'd show me plenty of different items that would suit that level.  I wish they were still there to help purchasing for DS.  I happily paid a little more than even the chain bookstores to get such wonderful service. 
We are lucky to still have a few unique shops nearby, but it's a strggle for them to keep afloat (the toy shop also disappeared after finding they couldn't compete with big chains and internet prices).
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Post by: Halex on February 19, 2014, 02:59:10 am
JulieOlooking forward to seeing some of the recipes.

I am pretty pleased with myself, I have done 4 new recipes in the last 4 days. My goal is 2 per week.

I agree I love to buy locally, plug aussie  farmers again.  I much prefer the small shops & I try to buy what I can.

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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 03:29:14 am
I went over to Meagan's place this morning and picked up a new brush, a new EDC and Cooking for Two. Meagan kindly threw in a calendar for me.

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Post by: Cuilidh on February 19, 2014, 03:54:02 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 12:26:04 am
Feel free to rant it is your livelihood.

Thanks, Cookie, but I would just sound like a broken record.  I also get annoyed when people buy something cheap on the internet then come in to us expecting us to put right something that is, essentially, irrepairable - then we are the 'bad guys' for telling them the truth.  I guess most people, especially those in the cities, can see the effects of the internet.  For those of you out of town, I know it is a different story and understand, of course; the internet opens up a whole new shopping experience for you ... hopefully some of you will buy within Australia, it really does make a difference to small business.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 04:03:31 am
Broken records can be very lovable. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D I can imagine how frustrating it is.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 19, 2014, 05:07:13 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 04:03:31 am
Broken records can be very lovable. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Ah, thanks, Cookie, that makes me feel better.
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Post by: Yvette on February 19, 2014, 05:33:03 am
Julie a Toyota Orion
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Post by: Bootobethin on February 19, 2014, 06:05:01 am
I have just bought the Mini Slow cooker for $20.00.
Just trying to cook some bread at the moment.
Bargain!
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Post by: Halex on February 19, 2014, 06:09:57 am
I have just bought cooking for me & you too ;D
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Post by: JulieO on February 19, 2014, 06:26:47 am
Quote from: Bootobethin on February 19, 2014, 06:05:01 am
I have just bought the Mini Slow cooker for $20.00.
Just trying to cook some bread at the moment.
Bargain!

They are cute aren't they.  ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 19, 2014, 06:30:08 am
Congrats Bedlam and Yvette on your new rides :)

Bought mini pie pans to try make Ozzie meat pies. Have not made them before. Hope it's not too hard :D

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Post by: Emme on February 19, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Quote from: Halex on February 19, 2014, 06:09:57 am
I have just bought cooking for me & you too ;D
My copy is on its way  ;D
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Post by: Halex on February 19, 2014, 08:32:44 am
It looks good emme :) especially for the price :)
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Post by: troupie on February 19, 2014, 10:07:08 am
I understand about shops going out of business and have much sympathy for them. I recently bought a new sewing machine and then the shop went out of business (wonderful shop it was) and now I am trying to learn how to work it out of the book. Lets keep buying in our local shops for as long as possible.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 19, 2014, 10:34:50 am
I try and buy local where I can. I refuse to shop at Coles/ Woolworths and happily drive across town to IGA. I buy our fruit and veg from the markets (the local sellers) and at Christmas I bought locally and much of it hand made. Internet has its purpose but so do small businesses and they are the backbone of this country. I hope you are in business for a while longer Marina.
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Post by: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 10:46:49 am
I bought a Jeep  :-)) does that count as shopping....now I just have to get the keys back off of my husband (who keeps stealing it)
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Post by: Jamberie on February 19, 2014, 10:56:33 am
Quote from: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 10:46:49 am
I bought a Jeep  :-)) does that count as shopping....now I just have to get the keys back off of my husband (who keeps stealing it)

Wow! Most certainly counts as shopping! How exciting Stacelee :) What colour is it??
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Post by: Bedlam on February 19, 2014, 11:02:27 am
Very nice Stacelee, looked at them. Enjoy.
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Post by: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 11:03:42 am
RED....goes faster :)...they actually call it Rock Lobster....its my "my kids almost have their licenses" car.  My son has submitted his logbook and my daughter is on track to get hers done by May so I've finally been able to get a "ME" car.  Its a two door Wrangler and its soooooo much fun to drive.  I'm hoping to get away for a girls Dirty Weekend that a group run up here where you go away for the weekend to Moreton to go glamping and 4WDing....I get to leave the teenagers and husband at home!
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 19, 2014, 11:05:14 am
That sounds awesome Stacelee!  You'll have to try and keep the keys from the kids!
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2014, 11:05:33 am
Wow. A red Wrangler. You lucky girl. Bet it is amazing.
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Post by: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 11:09:35 am
The kids are not going ANYWHERE near my new baby.  My son is buying my old fiesta off of me and my daughter bought her own car before she even got her learners last year (guess which child will be supporting me in my old age....wasn't even 16 and managed to pay for a car from her part time job....the other child will be living with me in his old age!)  My husband I agreed to let drive it only because it was sad seeing a mature man pout like a 2 year old....do they EVER grow up!
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 19, 2014, 11:17:43 am
Haha! Guard those keys I'm sure they will try their hardest.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 19, 2014, 11:21:14 am
SOAP BOX ALERT!


I have a lot of sympathy for local shops where appropriate. I have absolutely no sympathy with book sellers in Australia even though in the past I have spent many hours and not a little money in them. In Avalon NSW there is still the most wonderful book shop that owed not a little of their  success to me and my ilk but the absolute stranglehold by Australian publishers on what we read and what we pay pi$$e$ me off.

I have no problem with buying my books on Amazon, Kobo or whatever. The authors still get their cut no matter.  To me it is all about the authors getting their books out there by whatever means.

Hopefully there will always be a market for paper books for those who love them but in my heart of hearts I doubt It in the long term. Print media is going to be a dinosaur. I read newspapers on line even if I have to pay which I do . I get it.

We have to move with the times as sad as it is . I can see a future where there are no strip malls or huge malls or IKEA's . We will no longer be able   to feel touch or smell an Item  before buying. Maybe there will be places we can go to do this but we won't be able to take it home in the car.

Just look at us in the Thermomix world.  First there were a few and now there are many. First there were a few who worked out the value added things we could use and we valued them. Now there are many who, on the back of  creativity of others, are copying , undercutting , offering cheaper versions and selling on line to hungry Thermomix owners. There are crappy cookbooks useless tools and purloined recipes sold on line . And we buy them with no regard. Well some do.

Way of the world. Exciting new world or sad new world. At  age 70 I am not sure of one  or the other. What do we value? Do we even have the time or inclination to think on it or do we really care?

Personally I have to prioritise . On a fixed income I have to make choices every day. I find I have to remove more things out of my trolly than  I put in . Will I buy can  an imported of tomatoes for 49 cents  or a local brand  for  $1.29?  The imported wins. Tastes as good . Will I buy a local milk for $3.98 a litre or a crapola altered milk for $1.00 a litre? The local wins every time. But if I had a big family and money was a consideration then yes I would buy the cheaper one.

Everyday we  have to make many choices that suit out budgets and lifestyles. We can't always make  the heartfelt "right" choice and have to compromise to get the best value out of our spending dollars.

I feel we all have to recognise the world is changing more  quickly than if did in the past.  We have to go with the flow and manage the rapids.


Gertbysea





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Post by: gertbysea on February 19, 2014, 11:32:48 am
Quote from: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 11:03:42 am
RED....goes faster :)...they actually call it Rock Lobster....its my "my kids almost have their licenses" car.  My son has submitted his logbook and my daughter is on track to get hers done by May so I've finally been able to get a "ME" car.  Its a two door Wrangler and its soooooo much fun to drive.  I'm hoping to get away for a girls Dirty Weekend that a group run up here where you go away for the weekend to Moreton to go glamping and 4WDing....I get to leave the teenagers and husband at home!

Can I come?

Gert
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Post by: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 11:36:12 am
No problem. Apparently my mother who turns 70 in a couple of weeks is coming and will no doubt try to steal the keys. She now wants one herself!
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Post by: gertbysea on February 19, 2014, 12:03:14 pm
Quote from: stacelee on February 19, 2014, 11:36:12 am
No problem. Apparently my mother who turns 70 in a couple of weeks is coming and will no doubt try to steal the keys. She now wants one herself!

Maybe she and I can go on a road trip. Gert and??.

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Post by: obbie on February 19, 2014, 08:48:14 pm
a Red jeep sounds good.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2014, 08:08:00 am
Gert I loved your alert. It made me even more keen to read what you had written. I enjoy reading what everyone has to say.
Title: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on February 20, 2014, 09:10:17 am
RE your soapbox Gert.

Very reasonable. Well said.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on February 20, 2014, 10:27:23 am
I brought and downloaded the vege smugglers thermomix book today - but haven't had a chance to look at it yet.  :-\
has anyone got it?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2014, 10:37:34 am
I haven't heard anything about it Astarra.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on February 20, 2014, 11:05:38 am
It is on their website if you want a look, you can download a sample.   :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 20, 2014, 11:05:50 am
This (http://vegiesmugglers.com.au/samples/)
one astarra?  I hadn't heard of it either.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2014, 01:18:06 pm
I love the words 'veggie smugglers'. Very apt.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on February 20, 2014, 01:57:14 pm
I certainly wish i had seen that before now.  Love the term "vege smuggler", have certainly been one , would have been nice to get a few more creative ideas.
Picking up our car on monday afternoon. Cookie i have been boring this time and chosen white. We are trading a VW EOS that is dark blue, made us realise we prefer a low mainenance colour. Looks very smart though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 20, 2014, 02:48:25 pm
Soooo exciting, Denise. New cars are so rare. My last new car was S E V E N long years ago

Come and pick me up to go for coffee one of these days. Would love to go for a joyride :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on February 20, 2014, 11:10:49 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 20, 2014, 11:05:50 am
This (http://vegiesmugglers.com.au/samples/)
one astarra?  I hadn't heard of it either.

Yes, that is it!!  ;D Thanx (was going to link it up but didn't know how on my tablet!!)
Will look through today and hopefully try something out of it!  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on February 20, 2014, 11:10:56 pm
Thanks BZB it is exciting. I think that sounds like a good idea. Next time I am around booragoon must have a coffee.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2014, 01:29:46 am
Here's  (http://www.wendyblume.com.au/vegiesmugglers.html) the link to buy the book and I've put an index list of the book in Cookbook Contents (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=14932.0).
There are some sample recipes available here (http://vegiesmugglers.com.au/samples/), just scroll down to the eBook, the link to the sample recipes is after the picture.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: LauraTO on February 21, 2014, 01:59:35 am
Is it bad that this reminds me of "Budgie Smugglers," a very evocative phrase that I learned from my new Aussie forum friends lol?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2014, 02:41:11 am
Yes, our Prime Minister comes to mind with that phrase Laura  ;D Believe it or not, he actually wears them  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 21, 2014, 04:42:17 am
I never noticed much of a budgie there did you JD?

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2014, 04:49:35 am
He needs to go to the fruit shop and get a banana and a couple of apples.  Hope I can say this !
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2014, 04:50:20 am
Quote from: Bedlam on February 20, 2014, 11:10:56 pm
Thanks BZB it is exciting. I think that sounds like a good idea. Next time I am around booragoon must have a coffee.


Let me know when. I would love a coffee too if you will have me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 21, 2014, 05:13:18 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 21, 2014, 04:49:35 am
He needs to go to the fruit shop and get a banana and a couple of apples.  Hope I can say this !

You just did . Lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2014, 05:18:45 am
I don't even look Gert, it's embarrassing!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 21, 2014, 07:19:37 am
Reminds me of that joke about the Irishman who came to Australia and wanted to get the young girls attention at the beach, so his mate said to stick a potato in his bathers. Everyone at the beach was laughing at him, until his mate fessed up and said he had to stick it at the front - not the back
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2014, 07:56:09 am
  :D :D Good one CP.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 21, 2014, 09:30:11 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on February 21, 2014, 07:19:37 am
Reminds me of that joke about the Irishman who came to Australia and wanted to get the young girls attention at the beach, so his mate said to stick a potato in his bathers. Everyone at the beach was laughing at him, until his mate fessed up and said he had to stick it at the front - not the back

 ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katj on February 21, 2014, 10:07:02 am
Lol CP, haven't heard that joke for many years.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on February 21, 2014, 10:39:39 am
LOL
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: troupie on February 21, 2014, 10:53:10 am
Cookie I am not sure if I can eat a banana and apple again without splitting my sides laughing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on February 21, 2014, 10:54:26 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 21, 2014, 04:42:17 am
I never noticed much of a budgie there did you JD?

Gert

Not sure how much most blokes have after they get out of cold water... ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on February 21, 2014, 11:02:41 am
Wasn't quite what I expected to read on the shopping thread!
Haha Cookie,CP and Gert.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2014, 11:30:19 am
Love the funny CP.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: LauraTO on February 21, 2014, 04:51:48 pm
Thanks for the laugh!!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 21, 2014, 09:33:40 pm
Lol
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on February 21, 2014, 10:42:19 pm
 ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mrsb on February 21, 2014, 11:07:22 pm
Funny ladies...  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 22, 2014, 12:30:57 am
Have downloaded this today, always love to look at new veg recipes and this has really good reviews.  :D

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51PZOb8x9tL._SX258_PJlook-inside-v2,TopRight,1,0_SH20_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg)

http://www.amazon.com/River-Cottage-Veg-Inspired-Vegetable-ebook/dp/B00A5MS11S/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=8-1&qid=1393028762
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2014, 12:47:41 am
I have his big Vegetable book Julie, I love vegie recipe books (as opposed to vegetarian books).   Have printed out the sample recipe for Baby beetroot tarte tatin from your link, will give it a go in the air fryer using a cryovacced packet of cooked baby beets which Foodland are now selling.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 22, 2014, 12:56:40 am
Yes I've seen those packs in Coles too.  Let us know what the tart is like, I thought that sounded good too.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 22, 2014, 01:47:55 am
I have his Vegetable book too. I find it very useful. It's nice to eat veggies in a different way and much more fun cooking too.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 22, 2014, 10:05:21 pm
Quote from: astarra on February 21, 2014, 10:54:26 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 21, 2014, 04:42:17 am
I never noticed much of a budgie there did you JD?

Gert

Not sure how much most blokes have after they get out of cold water... ???

LoL Astarra....they should be against the law!

Have been a really good girl...only bought a mini slowcooker from Woolies....all Chookie & Julie's fault really, I blame them :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on February 22, 2014, 10:32:00 pm
Oh, forgot to include this that I picked up from Aldi

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/fb13e8531a834ee2b1a9ce25d72a94b8.jpg)

Perfect for when extra bench space needed, & wheel it out when done.  I won't use the stools, but keep my boxes of wax underneath, & think I'll use pretty material to make a curtain around it to hide what's underneath  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 22, 2014, 10:43:37 pm
Ooh I think I will download the veggie book for our meat free mondays ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2014, 10:48:57 pm
That's a lovely set up maddy, do you have room to keep it in the kitchen?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 22, 2014, 10:51:57 pm
Has anyone downloaded on to an ipad. I cant figure out how too. Loving some of the recipes from the look inside :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 22, 2014, 11:52:54 pm
Quote from: Halex on February 22, 2014, 10:51:57 pm
Has anyone downloaded on to an ipad. I cant figure out how too. Loving some of the recipes from the look inside :)

This book is not available for download on kindle yet Hally but you can get Hugh's Three  Good Things.

http://www.amazon.com/Hughs-Three-Good-Things-Fearnley-Whittingstall-ebook/dp/B008YVVOV6/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1393113030&sr=1-1&keywords=hugh+fernley+whittingstall

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on February 23, 2014, 12:10:03 am
Thanks Gert, will check it out :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 24, 2014, 02:12:21 am
That looks nice, Maddy. Pink curtain?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on February 24, 2014, 04:20:06 am
I failed the willpower test yet again  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on February 24, 2014, 04:24:07 am
Bought myself the 1.5 lt SC today. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 24, 2014, 04:34:37 am
So did I Margaret, the last one on the shelf at my Woolies.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2014, 05:05:26 am
I looked at the SC but my ordinary one is only 1.5 litre but is oval. It is fine for the three of us. So I will try bread in that.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 24, 2014, 06:06:41 am
Quote from: djinni373 on February 24, 2014, 04:20:06 am
I failed the willpower test yet again  :-))


Good choices.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2014, 08:43:43 am
Quote from: djinni373 on February 24, 2014, 04:20:06 am
I failed the willpower test yet again  :-))


It is very important to keep the economy going.  :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 11:05:13 am
I bought an Instyler today. My hair now looks great even if I say so myself. Really easy to get professional results. The size I bought was 32mm and there is a smaller one for shorter hair or to do tighter spiral curls
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2014, 11:19:16 am
What exactly does it do CP?  Would love to see a photo of the new CP.  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 01:40:46 pm
 a review. No piccy poo on the horizon as I'm off to the hairdresser tomoz for a grey hair wipeout. (http://womenshair.about.com/od/stylingtools/fr/The-Instyler-Rotating-Iron.htmHere's[/url)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: LauraTO on February 24, 2014, 07:14:46 pm
Ooh I saw this demonstrated but the demonstrator was a hairdresser and made it look SO easy. I just imagined myself using it and ripping my hair out by the roots!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 24, 2014, 08:09:59 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 01:40:46 pm
a review. No piccy poo on the horizon as I'm off to the hairdresser tomoz for a grey hair wipeout.
 (http://womenshair.about.com/od/stylingtools/fr/The-Instyler-Rotating-Iron.htmHere's[/url)

And what is wrong with grey hair?? ;D ;D

Greyed Hair Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on February 24, 2014, 09:01:38 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 24, 2014, 08:09:59 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 01:40:46 pm
a review. No piccy poo on the horizon as I'm off to the hairdresser tomoz for a grey hair wipeout.
 (http://womenshair.about.com/od/stylingtools/fr/The-Instyler-Rotating-Iron.htmHere's[/url)

And what is wrong with grey hair?? ;D ;D

Greyed Hair Gert


 ;D ;D ;D ;D
Another Grey hair here  :D :D  I feel I have earned  every one of them
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 24, 2014, 09:45:26 pm
You bet Emme. I say embrace the grey and save yourself a bucket load of money and angst.  ;D ;D ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 11:37:16 pm
Nothing wrong with grey hair. Its much easier for a blonde to go grey gracefully as the transistion is not so noticeable. I had my grey hair half grown out when I had some event (probably my 50th) that I really had to cover up the half and half otherwise I would be forever haunted by the bad hair photo's. Just haven't found it easy after that to grow it out. For some reason the decision to grow it out affected other people more than it affected me. I wish I could grow it out to a point and then just get my hair cut into a short style, but I don't think a short hairstyle would suit me   :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2014, 12:02:13 am
More first world problems eh CP?

I  am lucky with short hair and my hair was sort of light brown .......I think .

My mother had black hair and I can see a problem there letting it grow out. You would have to goi to hiding for about a year I think.

Nothing worse  to see than that unintentional two tone hair. ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 25, 2014, 12:04:04 am
You never know until you try a short haircut CP and the best part is that it will grow back to the length you prefer in no time.  You are right though, it is far easier with light hair.
 
I've only ever had streaks as I am not one to go to the hairdresser every 6 weeks for root touch ups or hair trims.  Hairdressers would go out of business if they depended on me being one of their regulars. When my hair gets too hard to manage is the time I see my hairdresser.  After my last streaks the husband of one of my friends asked if I'd had a grey rinse put through my hair so I decided to go grey gracefully as my own hair hasn't as much grey in it as what the treatment gave me. Who would pay to go grey when nature will take it's course free of charge  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on February 25, 2014, 01:02:10 am
I'm letting the greys come in for now (luckily only a few at this stage).  I can't part my hair in one particular part as it's really noticeable, but otherwise leaving it be.  I know I'd not keep the colour up often enough.  I had highlights done many years ago and loved the look, but was too lazy and cheap to keep it going. 

I just bought 2 photo albums to try and sort out the stacks of photos I have stuffed in a drawer :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 25, 2014, 01:05:30 am
I'm a bits and pieces grey. My fringe is completely grey but the rest is still dark. I used to have it coloured but then a friend paid to have her fringe coloured grey and I thought what the heck.
Neither of my parents went grey ( apart from Dads front) so I don't know if I have much chance. I was surprised at the school re union I went to, some were grey and coloured it, one was beautifully grey, but everyone except one had quite short hair.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 04, 2014, 07:56:57 am
Bought an oil mister for $6.95 today. Just tested it with water...and it's working fine :)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/04/a4a5a8a6.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2014, 07:58:47 am
Well done BZB.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 08:30:06 am
Great BZB.

Well your all very naughty, I have paid $385 for the airfryer at HN. Pick up tomorrow :) still not sure if I need it, but will be cooking dinner it in tomorrow night :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 04, 2014, 08:43:41 am
That's great Hally, you'll love it.

BZB I like the mister
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on March 04, 2014, 10:17:06 am
Congratulations Hally. I'm loving the food photos from the air fryer thread, but I'm still resisting, hope you enjoy your new toy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2014, 10:22:46 am
Nice to see you have succumbed Hally, you will love it like the rest of us.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 04, 2014, 10:32:13 am
I popped into Target on my way home and picked up a 20cm square baking tin, together with a trivet it fits perfectly on the botton of the AF.
I got a fryer basket with my 5 in 1, i put a handful of spinach leaves in the basket and the the fryer basket upside down on top. This is how i will try kale chips, crispy within a ouple of minutes. I would post a photo however tapatalk isnt working for me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2014, 10:35:27 am
Stop it right now. I do not need an AF. I do not need an AF. I do not  need........

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 04, 2014, 10:37:09 am
Wanna bet!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2014, 10:40:33 am
Didn't I tell you to stop it Denise  ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2014, 10:43:28 am
We did discuss the a/f over lunch today but I obviously didn't do as successful a job on Gert as you Perth girls did on Hally  ;D  She's sitting on the fence though and may find herself toppling over it very soon  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 04, 2014, 10:46:14 am
JD, dont say anything to Gert but I imagine it would be an asset in her climate!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2014, 10:53:18 am
Yes, there's that added benefit too Denise - maybe you could work on her  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 10:56:32 am
Quote from: judydawn on March 04, 2014, 10:43:28 am
We did discuss the a/f over lunch today but I obviously didn't do as successful a job on Gert as you Perth girls did on Hally  ;D  She's sitting on the fence though and may find herself toppling over it very soon  ;)

I am an easier walkover than Gert, she's a toughie, I am weak ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2014, 11:05:07 am
I DO NOT NEED AN AIR FRYER :-)) :P :-)) :P

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 04, 2014, 11:07:35 am
Thats what I said to Hally today Gert,didnt I Hally?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 11:14:19 am
Yes & we al said it but still I bought one......
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 04, 2014, 11:49:43 am
Hally, did u buy the XL without seeing one?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2014, 12:18:00 pm
Well done Hally. You won't regret it. I keep mine in a cupboard but it is easy to bend and lift it onto the bench. We had chicken in it tonight. I dissolved some Vegie stock in milk and then floured, milked and floured the chicken. I had seasoned the flour, added a few mixed herbs and garlic powder. No photo as I had to leave and go to book club.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 12:35:04 pm
Quote from: BeezeeBee on March 04, 2014, 11:49:43 am
Hally, did u buy the XL without seeing one?

Yes just like internet shopping.

I hope so cookie, need to use it tomorrow & daily for a while to feel comfortable :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on March 04, 2014, 01:40:28 pm
I lashed out today and bought a 1.5L slow cooker for under $20 to cook steel cut oats and bread in. And some nice pyjamas that ended up costing about a third of their original price. Nope no air fryer :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2014, 07:55:53 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on March 04, 2014, 01:40:28 pm
Nope no air fryer :D

That is very good news Gayle. ;D ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 04, 2014, 08:21:21 pm
The best way to avoid temptation, Gert, is to not read the thread!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2014, 08:51:57 pm
I so try not to marina . I really  do.

I do not want an AF but do I really need one. ;D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on March 04, 2014, 09:47:53 pm
Gert, I don't have one and if I didn't have the 2 small glass ovens I already have, then I would buy one.   ;D

I think they sound really good and easy to use and though they seem a good enough size for families, I think they would come into their own for 1 or 2 people (and people living in hot climates)  ;D 

I haven't seen one in the flesh, but they seem to be attractive too (compared to some appliances).  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 04, 2014, 10:14:54 pm
I am sure I could also be tempted Gert (that's why I am staying well clear of that thread) as I think they would be helpful, but I simply do not have the space and I think I would have trouble convincing DH that we need another appliance!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 10:22:54 pm
Picking up my AF today, so its chicken for dinner. Very excited to play with it :)

Gert I now own inebut do I really need one, time will tell :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 04, 2014, 10:54:36 pm
While I love my AF and would encourage everyone to get one, they are definetly a want not a need. We've found it extremely handy and using our oven less and less which is great as it's always annoyed me. It's so easy to clean being able to put the trays in the dishwasher and heats up in no time. Even DD who is against appliances has finally started to use it a little but only for heating up her pies and other pastries.

I'm now on the look out for a better dehydrator - always something else to buy  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 04, 2014, 11:00:00 pm
I used my airfryer last nite for pork spare ribs. great
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 11:03:24 pm
To heat up a pie is great. Seems crazy to turn the oven on for a pie or 2.

What temp & how long?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 04, 2014, 11:15:31 pm
Sorry Hally, I'm not sure how long she is doing them for I think it's a matter of just trying and seeing what works. I think she might be defrosting in the microwave and then crisping in the AF so would just be a few minutes @ 200 I would think.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 04, 2014, 11:16:21 pm
Will love playing over the next few weeks :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 05, 2014, 01:02:14 am
I know you will love it Hally. Less heat in the kitchen as well as so quick.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 05, 2014, 02:41:58 am
Well its here, it is on & i think its cooking chicken strips.

Does anyone know what the bottom centre triangke & square means when it flashes, cooking maybe?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 05, 2014, 03:34:54 am
Looks nice, Hally! Best friend with your TMXs yet?

Flashing means cooking
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 05, 2014, 05:57:13 am
Well that was quick, I picked up an Excalibur 5 drawer dehydrator. Second hand off gumtree but it was purchased in September 2013 so still has the full warranty and after seeing what he paid for it happy with the price i paid. The guy is a chef and also has a hotmix pro for sale. He was saying there is a new model of the TMX due to be released at the end of this year - higher temp range, stronger motor and more stability were the features he mentioned.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 05, 2014, 06:40:16 am
That's interesting. Did he say why he was selling the Hot Mix Pro?  I'd like to sell mine but DH says no.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2014, 06:49:32 am
Good buy then Wonder. How does he know there is a new TMX model I wonder.  I would have thought that would be a very closely guarded secret.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 05, 2014, 07:10:04 am
I hope not, I will have only had no.2 for 1 year.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 05, 2014, 07:41:25 am
He is selling the hot mix pro to get the gastro (?) model as it will apparently cope better with the demands of a commercial kitchen. He is from Germany and said he has been using the TMX's for over 20 years and while a great machine finds the higher temp and better stability makes it more versatile and better in for commercial kitchen. He seemed to know a lot of in depth knowledge of all the machines and their suitability. he was also saying the over the next few years we will see Australian made ones that the commerical ktichens will move to as they have with sous vide machines as they can guarantee fast turnarounds when maintenance is needed and spare parts are always available quickly which isn't always the case with all the imported machines. He also mentioned TMX should have looked at reducing their prices a little to keep the market share they have.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on March 05, 2014, 10:23:23 am
I do not need or want an air fryer either. Hold my hand Gert, we can stay strong together!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 05, 2014, 03:31:59 pm
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?action=post;topic=6682.11655

Interesting wonder - this forum is psychic  ;D or maybe he's been on the forum

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 05, 2014, 06:25:45 pm
I have often wondered at the stability of the price of TMXs in Australia ... they have stayed much the same price over the years, from when the dollar was high, therefore making overseas purchases of TMXs much cheaper, until the current market, with the lower dollar making overseas purchases more expensive.  Someone must have been raking in huge profits a year or two ago ...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 05, 2014, 07:53:04 pm
CP he hadn't heard of the forum but seemed very knowledgable. He was saying his aunt in Germany has had a TMX for over 20 years.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on March 05, 2014, 07:57:13 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on March 05, 2014, 10:23:23 am
I do not need or want an air fryer either. Hold my hand Gert, we can stay strong together!
Ha Ha Kimmy, me too.  I am trying hard ;) :D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 05, 2014, 09:54:33 pm
Quote from: Emme on March 05, 2014, 07:57:13 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on March 05, 2014, 10:23:23 am
I do not need or want an air fryer either. Hold my hand Gert, we can stay strong together!
Ha Ha Kimmy, me too.  I am trying hard ;) :D ;D

We will all hold hands together girls. Be strong. Be vigilant!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 05, 2014, 10:06:41 pm
 :D  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on March 06, 2014, 12:38:38 am
Can I hold hands too? The pictures of food posted on the airfryer thread are weakening my resolve.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 06, 2014, 12:42:25 am
Guys, I was a NO NO NO.

 I absolutely love it. Crispy toasted sandwich for breakfast, yummmmmm

Its going to stay on the bench so I use it, kids afternoon tea, quick lunch for me, snacks, its endless.

Wish I had bought it before the heat, would have made life better
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 06, 2014, 12:57:32 am
Hally it really is great isn't it. If you are able to leave it on the bench you find so many quick uses for it. I'll be doing pork belly in it tonight hoping it works as well as my last one.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 06, 2014, 05:45:43 am
I'm holding strong as I would have to move my ice cream maker somewhere. I need to steam more instead of using fats and oils. I would like to play with one though, so I'm purposely not looking at any airfried photos to remain strong.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on March 06, 2014, 05:58:33 am
LOL..Hally caved   :D.  What's one more appliance H?  :P
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 06, 2014, 06:08:02 am
maybee some people just need to buy extra bench space in their kitchens.. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
so you can have all your toys out like me.. :-*
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 06, 2014, 07:43:00 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on March 06, 2014, 12:38:38 am
Can I hold hands too? The pictures of food posted on the airfryer thread are weakening my resolve.

We are circling the wagons . We are strong. We will resist!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 06, 2014, 08:01:24 am
Quote from: maddy on March 06, 2014, 05:58:33 am
LOL..Hally caved   :D.  What's one more appliance H?  :P

Yes she caved, lol.

Loving it. I reckon it makes the best toasted sandwich.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 06, 2014, 07:33:03 pm
Quote from: Halex on March 06, 2014, 08:01:24 am
I reckon it makes the best toasted sandwich.

Oh Hally, that alone might make me re-think my priorities ... now I've got to REALLY REALLY REALLY work hard not going to look at that thread.  I was being so good, too - after page 1 I stopped looking at the AF thread - I think you may have ruined all my good intentions to resist in one fell swoop.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 06, 2014, 10:01:09 pm
Marina, I had toasted sandwich for brekkie, cp for afternoon tead & he requested that we have them for dinner too. So crispy & crunchy. Just loved it :)

Sorry.............. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 06, 2014, 11:05:35 pm
Halley - I have very strong words for you ... but I am not allowed to put them on here.  You have NO IDEA how jealous I am now, but I recently bought a juicer and, as I am not really using it as much as I should, I cannot see DH being happy about me buying something else. :'(

I must now ignore the shopping thread for a while until the subject changes again! :(
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on March 06, 2014, 11:29:09 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on March 06, 2014, 11:05:35 pm
Halley - I have very strong words for you ... but I am not allowed to put them on here.  You have NO IDEA how jealous I am now, but I recently bought a juicer and, as I am not really using it as much as I should, I cannot see DH being happy about me buying something else. :'(

Cuilidh, what is your DH's favourite food?
Maybe someone here with an AF could post the results of making it and you could show DH just how easy it is...
In the meantime, make some juices!!!! ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 06, 2014, 11:43:21 pm
I will keep an eye out for you Marina and let ya know when it is safe to come back. :D :D :D

gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on March 06, 2014, 11:55:28 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 06, 2014, 11:43:21 pm
I will keep an eye out for you Marina and let ya know when it is safe to come back. :D :D :D

gert


 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 12:51:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 06, 2014, 11:43:21 pm
I will keep an eye out for you Marina and let ya know when it is safe to come back. :D :D :D

gert

If ever.
This thread should have a warning in red in the title. I nearly did it the other day but thought some 'guests' would not realise I was kidding.  ; ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 07, 2014, 01:54:21 am
 ;D ;D ;D ;D so funny Cookie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 07, 2014, 02:16:16 am
Went to the spanish shop at lunchtime and a tortilla press, churros maker and corn flour all jumped in my bag. guess we will be haivng churros and tortillas over the weekend
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 07, 2014, 02:50:33 am
The secret is having your shopping bag zipped Wonder  ;)  Looking forward to some scrumptious photos.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on March 07, 2014, 03:00:24 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/07/uqyjapen.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on March 07, 2014, 03:01:58 am
Not as exciting as AF but close! After hunting for years for something to clean the pearls found this at POK - after a recommendation from a friend.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 03:28:11 am
You would certainly have to be careful with pearls. Definitely nothing acidic if you value them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 07, 2014, 03:56:01 am
I spent several hours this morning researching and watching You Tube re AF. yet to be convinced.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 07, 2014, 04:03:55 am
Gert that's how I started, it's a slippery slope  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 04:47:41 am
Quote from: Wonder on March 07, 2014, 04:03:55 am
Gert that's how I started, it's a slippery slope  ;D

Perhaps Gert has her grippit shoes on. :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 07, 2014, 05:35:30 am
Cookie, lol

Gert, you are really missing out, afs are fantastic :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 07, 2014, 06:10:09 am
But Hally I don't NEED one. I do not eat fried  food much so why would I start?  I don't even like chips and I use my BBq more than most and that collects all the fat . What else can I use it for? It looks hard to clean if fat is sticking to the non stick pan.

I am gunna get into a cold shower in a minute! All hot a bothered while watching yet more VDO s about the damn thing.

Gert


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 07, 2014, 06:18:31 am
Lol, we dont eat friend food very often at all. Remember I am the one that cant fry.

Cleaning is easy, easy, its non stick.

Toasted sanwiches are fantastic. Chicken strips, I dont know I have only had mine 2 days, but it lives on my bench.

 :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on March 07, 2014, 06:29:42 am
Gosh Gert, you were my last hope  ???  ???  I'm sunk  ??? ??? ???
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 07, 2014, 06:59:10 am
No Emme. All good. I ain't buying one.  No way. Just spent time confirming  I do not need one. Had to see what all the fuss is about. We will see how if everyone still has theirs on their benchtiop in 6 months. LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 07:24:36 am
Lucky mine is in the cupboard.  :D ;D it won't be on the bench top in 6 months Gert.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 07, 2014, 08:31:40 am
Smarty pants. :D :D

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on March 07, 2014, 08:37:29 am
Your gorgeous Gert  :-*  good on you....I need your some of your resistance ;-)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 10:06:59 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 07, 2014, 08:31:40 am
Smarty pants. :D :D

Gert


 ;D ;D :D :D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 07, 2014, 07:32:07 pm
Gert my airfryer is on my bench, I won't put it in the cupboard.. :)  lucky I have huge benches....

its great for the kids, chips, chicken strips, ans stuff they eat that we don't.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Wonder on March 07, 2014, 09:09:19 pm
Gert I can see ours ending up in the cupboard but it really is replacing our 900 oven which takes for ever to heat up and doesn't crisp very well. If I'm only making a small amount but wouldn't bother if I was doing multiple batches of the same thing as then it's just as easy to warm up the oven.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Halex on March 07, 2014, 11:35:02 pm
With you there Wonder, small batches, lunch for me, afternoon tea. Also large batches in the oven. But to reheat items af.

Come winter it coukd go to bed for a while, we will see.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: andiesenji on March 08, 2014, 06:25:22 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 07, 2014, 03:28:11 am
You would certainly have to be careful with pearls. Definitely nothing acidic if you value them.

I have my great-grandmother's pearls.  The only thing I've ever used to clean them was olive oil soap, recommended by a jeweler who re-strung them for me about thirty years ago. 
they have lived in a safe-deposit box at my bank for many years as the insurance for keeping them at home got too expensive.  They are "Indian" pearls with a pinkish tinge which I was told was quite rare.  She got them as a wedding present in 1862 when she was 18. 
I am going to give them to my daughter on her birthday this year. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 08, 2014, 06:46:06 am
That's lovely Andie, I'm sure she will appreciate them.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on March 08, 2014, 08:46:55 am
What a wonderful gift to give to your DD Andie. 8)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on March 08, 2014, 09:08:05 am
What a gorgeous present Andiesenji.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 08, 2014, 11:07:56 am
How lovely Andie. I have my Mum's Mikimoto pearls. I would like to wear them but I should get them checked first, I'd them to break when they were on me.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on March 08, 2014, 11:56:26 am
Wow Andie. What a wonderful present for your daughter. I have my mothers pearls (my sister doesn't like pearls  ???) but they need to be checked before I wear them. And Santa, if it's not too early, a pearl ring would be a lovely gift this Christmas ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 08, 2014, 07:06:20 pm
lovely gift Andie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on March 09, 2014, 01:36:08 am
What a wonderful gift to give your DD Andiesenji.

I have my Mum's pearls and my Grand Mothers opals.  I'm too scared to wear any of them in case something happened to them :)`
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on March 09, 2014, 05:55:09 am
Can anyone remember the name of the cookie jar that Djinni and I think Mich and JD were talking about?

Thanks  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on March 09, 2014, 06:10:28 am
I found it Tala  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 09, 2014, 07:28:23 am
Yvette the one I received from my SS is so useful. It keeps the cookies really fresh.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on March 09, 2014, 08:32:37 am
Yes thanks Cookie I just ordered one  :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 10:05:13 am
What is it? You've got my interest.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 09, 2014, 01:00:52 pm
Here it is. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/09/e9yme4a8.jpg)
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 01:21:12 pm
And where do you get the tin from?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 09, 2014, 01:46:14 pm
I'm not sure. I haven't seen them round. I'm sure someone will know though.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 09, 2014, 08:21:39 pm
I saw some in Myers a month or two ago.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 09, 2014, 08:24:25 pm
I have to go shopping for a two slice toaster TODAY - DH melted ours over the weekend ... don't ask!

Anyway, from looking at previous posts it looks like Breville does a good four slice toaster so I will probably buy a Breville in the hope that their product is good over the whole range, but if anyone has any other ideas I would love to get some feed back.

Thanks.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on March 09, 2014, 08:56:14 pm
Marina,  love our Breville 4 slice toaster. 
Gert,  love the AF.  I use it for odds and ends.  Couple of slices of garlic bread, 6 scones, wonders little Apple pies,  very good for 2 people. But wouldn't try to talk anyone into one as I am a recognized gadget person.  Have just ordered a Roomba vac cleaner. 
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 08:59:01 pm
I wouldn't live without my LG Roboking. Best electronic ever purchased. Second to the tmx!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 09, 2014, 09:21:03 pm
When I was in Myer sat for the TSS fashion show I sneaked upstairs to look at the AF.  Still Nope!

When I looked after some doggies in a penthouse in Cairns last year they had a  Roomba. It was absolutely useless. So glad. I got to try before buying as I had considered it. It picked up not  a dog hair on the carpet and glided over all the dog hairs , crumbs  and everything else on the tiles. I thought it was broken but it was actually brand new. I told them  they should return it and get their money back.  Apparently it was the most expensive on the market and they really didn't care that it was useless it was more for show and they had a cleaner anyway. I tried to get it to pick up a small pile of fluff. I had gathered and it  just went round and round and round  doing a happy dance.  I even took a VDO of it for fun. Seemed to me like a YUPPY  toy.

Good luck with yours chookie. I fail to see how a round thing can get up stuff around square things  like furniture and it certainly does not get into the corners.

I have a friend who uses hers on tiles but she also has to use her Dyson she says if she wants clean floors. Can't see the point in using both.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on March 09, 2014, 09:34:15 pm
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 01:21:12 pm
And where do you get the tin from?

I bought my tin from here (http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/catalog/searchresults.aspx?search=Tala+cookie+tin#)
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 10:13:24 pm
I wouldn't live without my Sadie ;). We have wooden floors and a corgi that drops an enormous amount of hair as well as its mother ;) we have a carpet mat and it does a tremendous job of it. My floors are cleaner now then when I had a vacuum cleaner and I don't have to do it!
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 10:13:55 pm
Thankyou Emme.
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 10:16:38 pm
Hmm I wonder if Myer sells them. The postage makes it $29
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on March 09, 2014, 10:50:55 pm
Where are you INAID? I bought my cookie tin from the local kitchenware shop.
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 09, 2014, 11:24:34 pm
Cairns :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on March 09, 2014, 11:44:42 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on March 09, 2014, 08:24:25 pm
I have to go shopping for a two slice toaster TODAY - DH melted ours over the weekend ... don't ask!

Anyway, from looking at previous posts it looks like Breville does a good four slice toaster so I will probably buy a Breville in the hope that their product is good over the whole range, but if anyone has any other ideas I would love to get some feed back.

Thanks.

I had to buy a new toaster a couple of months ago because the middle element of my breville 4 slice toaster blew up, and it was only toasting one side of the bread.  Choice recommended the Kambrook Essentials 4-Slice Toaster KT60, which I managed to pick up for about $30 from the Good Guys. They also do a 2 slice toaster in the same range. It has all the functions of the Breville at a third of the price. I'm happy with my choice.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 10, 2014, 12:02:27 am
My 4 slice Cuisinart seems to have done the same thing this morning Marina. Toast was burnt one side and hardly any colour on the other side although the inside element is working, it is nowhere near as bright as the outside elements. I think I'll go for a cheapie this time, in fact I have a 2 slice toaster in the cupboard now that I think about it.  Won't need to buy one at all.  Just checked, it's still under warranty.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Yvette on March 10, 2014, 12:47:56 am
I bought my cookie tin from Peters of Kensington postage was $7.00
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 10, 2014, 01:39:19 am
Myer in Cairns had those cookie tins INAID... :)
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 10, 2014, 01:58:28 am
Thanks Robyn
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on March 10, 2014, 05:51:38 am
Quote from: achookwoman on March 09, 2014, 08:56:14 pm
Have just ordered a Roomba vac cleaner. 

Love my Roomba. Needs to be used most days for best effects. I've also worked out that it does a better job if you give it a smaller area at a time to clean (ie my lounge/dining or a couple of bedrooms). If I clean the brushes & filter regularly it even picks up dog hair from previous home owners that my Dyson has missed!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on March 10, 2014, 06:58:11 am
5kg soy wax, lots of wicks & fragrant oils

Also bought another matching wrought iron stand like this one

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9b1d67bfda235b3e56039b8f57885879.jpg)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 10, 2014, 07:13:25 am
Your home must be lovely Maddy with all the bits and pieces.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on March 10, 2014, 07:58:15 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 10, 2014, 07:13:25 am
Your home must be lovely Maddy with all the bits and pieces.

And smell wonderful too!  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: maddy on March 10, 2014, 08:56:04 am
 ;D  Have always loved my smellies...& now I have my house smelling like fairy floss one day, fresh brewed coffee, strawberries & champagne, rum n raisin, lime & coconut.....each day a new scent....I love it! 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 10, 2014, 10:28:33 am
Are you sure the boys won't leave home though maddy ;D  Freshly brewed coffee sounds nice as does strawberries and champagne. Can you make one that smells like bread baking  ;)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2014, 03:02:03 am
Ok I did it...........I bought the 1.5 litre slow cooker just for fun. It is tiny! Gunna try the bread.

Thinking of the new iPad air with 128 GB ........

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 11, 2014, 03:40:33 am
Jam, your Roomba sounds good. Do you have to manually clean corners?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2014, 04:10:33 am
Go Gert!
Title: Re:
Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 11, 2014, 04:31:06 am
If you are interested in a robot vacuum Bzb I say do your research. Whirlpool normally has lots of info. When I bought mine we did tonnes. Even watched comparison videos on dust content/ time taken etc between all the models. At the time LG rated best and wasn't the dearest. I don't have to set boundaries etc I just turn it on and off she goes. If it runs out of battery  charge (I have a two storey house) it will go back to docking station to charge and resume from where it stopped once charged. It doesn't fall off stairs. So I can set when we are out.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 11, 2014, 04:39:41 am
128GB sounds perfect Gert. The bigger the better.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 11, 2014, 04:40:02 am
have fun Gert :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on March 11, 2014, 05:03:21 am
A good julienne slicer that doesn't take up too much cupboard space.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/11/su8y5ume.jpg)
And my last egg cooker broke. I find these reliable and handy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 11, 2014, 05:12:40 am
Maddy Everton online has Laguiole Jean Neron Salad Server Set Pink on sale.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 11, 2014, 05:19:48 am
Sounds good INAID
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mab19 on March 11, 2014, 06:08:25 am
Robyn, are you trying to corrupt Maddy. :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: Re: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on March 11, 2014, 08:10:01 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on March 11, 2014, 03:40:33 am
Jam, your Roomba sounds good. Do you have to manually clean corners?

No, it has brushes designed to get the corners. It has sensors so it doesnt fall down stairs and slows a bit when it approaches furniture so as not to scratch it. Like INAID, I can also let it roam the whole house and it will find its way home when it needs recharging, I just find it is more efficient when I only give it a room or three at a time :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2014, 08:11:24 am
Just a quickie in my new tiny SC.

Use chookie's no fuss by half.  260 gms bread flour, 1 tsp yeast, 1/2tsp salt and sugar with 150 mls warm water. Knead 4 minutes . Toss on baking paper. Toss into SC for 1hour and 10 minutes on high. Flip the bread and another 10 minutes to sort of brown on top.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/11/equ7e7yv.jpg)

Nice little buy at $20. Just nice for the two of us. Bread could not be easier nor cheaper. Thinking maybe the one minute  cheats sour dough would work a treat......perhaps . Might try that overnight just for fun and turn the SC on in the morning. Or not.

Get
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 11, 2014, 08:22:28 am
Gert it is so cute.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2014, 08:25:23 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 11, 2014, 08:22:28 am
Gert it is so cute.

Tis cute.  Must now think of a cute meal to make in it.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2014, 09:46:54 am
Good idea to flip it to brown the top Gert, saves putting the grill on or heating up the a/f to do the job.  I don't need bread at the moment so haven't used my little one yet for bread.  I did cook a nice chicken dish in it though.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 11, 2014, 07:56:22 pm
Gert , glad you like your mini.  Love the flip over idea also.
Report on Roomba.  Love it.  Busy little thing.  Does a good job on our tiles and carpet.goes from  one to the other without any trouble.  OMG we are dirty people.  Had to empty it twice in the big kitchen area. 
We also did a lot of research before we bought.  We had to buy online as the model we wanted , the shops don't carry. 780 . From the reviews the 630 is the one for dog hair.   It is slow to clean a room but you just let it do it's thing and don't have to attend to it.  It does get into the corners with its little brushes.  It also goes under the bed which is a big issue for us.  Not having to pull the big heavy bed out to do a good clean is a real bonus.  Not interested in the trendy thing.  It has to do the task it is bought for.  So far good. 
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Post by: obbie on March 11, 2014, 08:28:55 pm
Mab yes, Maddy loves pink like me.. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on March 11, 2014, 09:00:16 pm
Glad to hear that about your robot. Must be the one I used was just a dud.  I am fortunate to have a Maria.  My Maria does all the floors, walls, windows, bathrooms and never needs recharging. ;D ;D ;D Oh I  do feed my Maria chocolate!

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on March 11, 2014, 10:06:42 pm
Chookie I will be very interested to hear how the roomba you got goes and if you don't mind I would like the model and $. I looked at them about 12 months ago and found one that had great reviews and think it may be the one you look at. I have a Maria but would really like her to concentrate on a few other things if I can have the vacuum automatically done, I also would really like to have it do the upstairs although I'll need a lot of training of the kids before it could even find the floor up there!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 11, 2014, 10:14:58 pm
Haha. Training the kids Wonder. Mine is a longgggg process.

Chookie, it's sounding good. Does it clean wooden flooring?
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Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2014, 10:48:27 pm
DD2 has one and is very pleased with it.  It sometimes frightens the life out of me when it's gone back to the recharging unit and then comes back out of their butler's pantry into their hugh kitchen/dining/family room to finish it's job. That has timber flooring BZB and with messy GKs, the floor always needed sweeping or vacuuming before Roomba came to live.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 11, 2014, 11:43:14 pm
Judy, do the kids trip over the roomba?

Is it noisy? Like the regular vac?
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Post by: Yvette on March 11, 2014, 11:52:57 pm
Yay my Tala tin arrived today.
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Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2014, 11:56:11 pm
I've not been told they've tripped over it BZB, they love it and Fletcher talks to it as if it's human LOL.  It is no where near as noisy as a normal vacuum cleaner, they can be horrendous.  I'd check them out before buying one then you know exactly what you are getting. 

There's a great discussion here (http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/1932411) about this machine, particularly if you scroll down to caring's post.
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Post by: maddy on March 12, 2014, 12:21:24 am
Quote from: judydawn on March 10, 2014, 10:28:33 am
 Freshly brewed coffee sounds nice as does strawberries and champagne. Can you make one that smells like bread baking  ;)

Yes, there is a bread scent!  Any possible fragrance you could imagine, there's an oil to match  8)...which makes it a very expensive hobby as you want to try them all.
Can you believe you can buy bacon, beer, campfire smoke, burning tyre scents  :P won't be getting those though.


Quote from: obbie on March 11, 2014, 08:28:55 pm
Mab yes, Maddy loves pink like me.. ;D ;D ;D

Well big smacks for Robyn...I had disabled all kitcheny newsletters, but I did check when you mentioned it  :P

salad servers on their way, & Noritake cup/saucer sets...Thankyou not Robyn.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/431ccca15d207a12d7ea9ee8d2268963.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/db9c20725e59aec08dac91beea756133.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/74fdbd8d19dd5ce598075b6cba810c25.jpg)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 12, 2014, 01:39:31 am
My pleasure Maddy.

I know you love pink just like me... ;D ;D

well they were on sale..
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Post by: djinni373 on March 12, 2014, 01:54:13 am
I have had a roomba for quite a few years and will probably replace it when necessary. They are great for doing a quick vacuum while you are out or busy or doing other things. As Chookie said they are great for under the beds.My only criticism is that is doesn't handle the tiny climb from the tiles up on the the rugs around the place very well. The roomba has a run nearly every day. (What can I say-I live with a flock of seagulls :-))) I have a dyson animal?? as well. Kids never had a problem with it. They loved dropping crumbs and things in front of it to see what got taken and what didn't :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 12, 2014, 05:11:24 am
Bedlam, I'm interested to hear your review of the micro plane slicer. I've got a box version that I dislike :(

Chookie, INAID guess what I was going whilst ironing clothes? Yup! Watching videos of robot vacuums. LG looking good, seems less noisy than roomba.

Judy, will check the link. Thanks xx
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Post by: achookwoman on March 12, 2014, 06:23:36 am
The latest Roombas are the 800 series.  Couldn't buy one in Australia.  Mine is 780.  Not so good with dog hair. The 630 are the best for this.  Daughter has this model and a dog with long hair.  Loves it.  Lots of shops have these but difficult to get a discount.   All are best if the rubbish tray is emptied often.  This is easy.  Mine cost $815 plus $29 delivery.  You do need to remove cords and other stuff that is in the way. There are a few areas where it can't get so will still have to use the Cordless Dyson on these.   We have a pretty cluttered house but I just lifted small tables and put them on the bed or couch.  It is a bit like a small dog.  It even talks to me.  Very user friendly.  It seems to clean for more than 2 hours without needing to recharged.  Recharging, 2 hours.
I think it is a good idea to see one in action.  I think they are expensive but probably better value than the AF .
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Post by: djinni373 on March 12, 2014, 06:28:30 am
I bought a Philips appliance yesterday  ;D

A GC506 Garment Steamer. Small enough to stick in a corner but powerful enough to be useful (hopefully) Trying to cut ironing  time. Will see how it works out.   

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: courton on March 12, 2014, 07:26:38 am
Welcome to the AF club Djinni!
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Post by: djinni373 on March 12, 2014, 07:35:33 am
Quote from: courton on March 12, 2014, 07:26:38 am
Welcome to the AF club Djinni!

No no Courton. A different Philips appliance :D. Although I did have a look at an AF ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on March 12, 2014, 08:01:11 am
Quote from: djinni373 on March 12, 2014, 07:35:33 am
Quote from: courton on March 12, 2014, 07:26:38 am
Welcome to the AF club Djinni!

No no Courton. A different Philips appliance :D. Although I did have a look at an AF ;D

Too funny. I did buy a new IPad today. I will get far more use out of it than an an AF.

Gert
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 12, 2014, 08:32:04 am
Nice, Gert. How does the new ipad compare with your old one?

Love my ipad. Helps me immensely in the kitchen. But not good for my forum addiction. Haha.

Djinni, that's something I've wondered about for the past 4 years. Not sure of its effectiveness. Hope it works well as I detest ironing.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 12, 2014, 09:09:19 am
Spoke to a sales lady in a dress shop who had one of the steam iron things.  She said is was good.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 12, 2014, 11:26:53 am
A friend bought a Roomba on line recently. I don't know anything more about it, but she loves it. Having bought a new Dyson last year I won't be getting a Roomba.  :'(
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Post by: troupie on March 13, 2014, 04:59:08 am
Automatic vacuuming sounds wonderful as it is about the only housework I don't like doing. Took my Wertheim for a service last week and had to struggle to get out of the shop from high pressure sales people trying to make me buy a new Electrolux and they did it to each customer who came in; I know where I wont be going if it needs looking at again.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 13, 2014, 05:53:59 am
The Roomba is cleaning while I make jam.  It has cleaned all the floors in 2 days. That is 5 bedrooms, ( under the beds), study , lounge, dressing room, long passage, kit/ dining area, laundry and pantry.  Love it.  I gave it a good clean out this morning,  took 10 minutes.
We have never bought a new vac cleaner,  all hand me downs.  We do have a Dyson cordless and days on hand vac.  The other big one can go to the shed. 
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Post by: gertbysea on March 13, 2014, 06:11:36 am
You need reporting to the vacuum police for overworking your Roomba. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 13, 2014, 10:50:14 am
He he ..... I want a roomba now too.
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Post by: JenJan on March 13, 2014, 11:32:17 pm
Is the roomba "free-ranging" or does one have to set parameters? A free-ranging floor cleaner could work for me!  :D
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Post by: Jamberie on March 14, 2014, 02:49:18 am
Quote from: JenJan on March 13, 2014, 11:32:17 pm
Is the roomba "free-ranging" or does one have to set parameters? A free-ranging floor cleaner could work for me!  :D
Either Jen Jan :)
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: BeezeeBee on March 14, 2014, 05:49:43 am
Roomba will have to wait.

Just came back from signing off on a car!

Was hanging out for a Mazda 6 wagon with their latest Skyactive fuel saving technology. Wanted to get a used one for under $30k....but none came on to the market in the past 3 months. All close to $40k :(

So, had to change strategy and looked at other models. They had sedan and their compact SUV (CX5) with the same tech. Drove the 5 yesterday. 2L engine. Was so so. Drove a 6 sedan demo car this morning. 2.5L, 6.6L/100km claimed consumption, 12,000km clocked, sat nav, pearly white. Nice!

Talked the salesman to making it $29990 drive away, with 3 months rego thrown in. Put in offer, but his boss wanted $500 more. I walked away. Climbed into my car, started my engine and the next thing I know the boss was standing right next to my car.

"How about we meet half way at $250?"

I relented at $30,200 :D

A pic of the car from the web

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/14/8y3aze2y.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 14, 2014, 06:39:14 am
Lovely car BZB, you did well.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 14, 2014, 06:40:00 am
BZB it is lovely. Well done. Quite often when you walk away you get a better offer.
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Post by: djinni373 on March 14, 2014, 07:47:00 am
Nice wheels BZB  8)
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 14, 2014, 08:29:08 am
very nice bzb :D
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Post by: Emme on March 14, 2014, 08:31:42 am
Lovely car BZB,  well done  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on March 14, 2014, 08:34:21 am
Very stylish BZB :)
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Post by: jo_nz on March 14, 2014, 08:35:50 am
Much better than a roomba! Very nice.
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Post by: Katiej on March 14, 2014, 08:48:24 am
Great car BZB  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 14, 2014, 08:49:26 am
Very nice wheels BZB 8)
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Post by: JulieO on March 14, 2014, 10:13:09 am
Lovely car Bee  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on March 14, 2014, 10:42:08 am
Noice one BZB.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 14, 2014, 12:25:42 pm
Great car BZB. Excellent negotiation skills. 😉
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 14, 2014, 01:53:06 pm
You must be very pleased with yourself BZB. nice car!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 14, 2014, 01:54:56 pm
Hahaha. Yup, better than a roomba Jo :D

Thanks girls. Very excited but will have to wait 3 weeks for the car. Somebody dented a door after a test drive. The dealer will replace the door before I can take my new toy home. In the meantime, I'll have to shop around for car insurance, window tint and floor mats.

Does anyone know if it's ok to have 2 cars registered to your name? Any issues with insurance? We are keeping our current car, as we now need 2 cars to fetch the boys to their different soccer games. Kids are so expensive, eh :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 14, 2014, 08:32:47 pm
Very nice Bzb! Yes soccer has started for us too.
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Post by: astarra on March 14, 2014, 10:48:10 pm
Yep, nice car BZB
and yep, you can have 2 cars registered in your name.  :)
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Post by: Yvette on March 14, 2014, 11:14:11 pm
Nice car BZB
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Post by: cookie1 on March 15, 2014, 01:53:20 am
BZB including his vintage cars DH has several cars registered in his name, plus a caravan, a boat and trailer and goodness knows what else.

I bought a baby slow cooker yesterday. It is so cute. Did anyone else notice the "warp" around elements for even cooking.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/15/e6u7u9e2.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 15, 2014, 02:57:26 am
No I didn't even read it Cookie  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 15, 2014, 04:33:48 am
Spelling mistakes have a habit of jumping into my eyes most times. :-))
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Post by: obbie on March 15, 2014, 05:19:36 am
Lovely BZB, I so love shopping for cars, but I have 9 now, so no more for a while... :)
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Post by: obbie on March 15, 2014, 05:24:12 am
I forgot, I have now a extra bowl for one of my thermies.... :)
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Post by: Bedlam on March 15, 2014, 06:11:40 am
BZB looks lovely, maybe the next coffee morning will have to be my way to give you a nice run?
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Post by: achookwoman on March 15, 2014, 07:06:26 pm
BZB,  nice car.  Love a new car.  Have to agree ,  better than a Roomba. 
Cookie,  I cooked a nice curry in the mini SC.  Enough for 4 serves. 
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 15, 2014, 09:20:19 pm
Lovely Bzb!

We bought a ryobi battery powered mower yesterday. It's awesome and the grass never looked so good. Nice and light too. Best thing, no fuel!
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Post by: JulieO on March 15, 2014, 09:50:34 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on March 15, 2014, 07:06:26 pm
Cookie,  I cooked a nice curry in the mini SC.  Enough for 4 serves. 

Please tell Chookie  ;D
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Post by: droverjess on March 15, 2014, 10:33:59 pm
I bought coat hooks on wooden boards for the hall, and 2 guest bedrooms and garden plants today, and seeds for sowing for bedding plants.
Going to be busy. Whats new!!!
Will put good coat hangers on the 5 hooks, see how it goes before buying small wardrobes. If extra beds required for children no room for big cupboards.
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Post by: maddy on March 19, 2014, 01:13:47 pm
DD was rewarded with a couple of items from her 200+ favourited Etsy items (she scored 100/100 on one of her first law sacs, & 99/100 for another  8))....keep in mind she's quirky  ;)

Crochet shark slippers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/35a72f3afc6fe039d1654e653f86d4e5.jpg)

And a scalf, printed with exerts from Alice in Wonderland

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/b7c799fda6b098204c09f32fa57647d4.jpg)

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 19, 2014, 02:33:31 pm
very clever to say the least!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 19, 2014, 02:38:05 pm
Congrats to your DD, Maddy! She's amazing, like mum.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 19, 2014, 06:02:51 pm
Congrats to your DD Maddy.A very clever girl :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 19, 2014, 08:19:18 pm
Not at all surprised Maddy. What fun to have a smart quirky DD.  Keeps you on your toes.

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on March 19, 2014, 08:33:25 pm
Wow,  Maddy.  Smart Kid.  Like quirky. 
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Post by: judydawn on March 19, 2014, 10:00:02 pm
You must be very proud of her maddy and she is quirky indeed but why not be different - it's refreshing to see.
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Post by: Emme on March 19, 2014, 10:15:54 pm
Congratulations to your DD Maddy and a very proud mum.  Love the slippers
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Post by: Yvette on March 20, 2014, 02:19:00 am
Congrats to your DD very clever
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Post by: cookie1 on March 20, 2014, 11:17:09 am
Well done Maddy's DD. Miss Maddy I guess fantastic scores. I love the shark slippers and the scarf.
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Post by: *suzanne* on March 20, 2014, 11:56:34 am
well done to your dd maddy and quirky is good :D
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Post by: LauraTO on March 20, 2014, 12:13:38 pm
Those are awesome and very etsy. Would make great gifts for similarly quirky friends
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Post by: fundj&e on March 20, 2014, 07:45:37 pm
i bought a cordless vac from aldis  a few days ago, happy with it so far $69 with  3 years warranty
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Post by: djinni373 on March 21, 2014, 05:15:44 am
After using it for a while, I have to say that the fabric steamer at less than $100 was a good buy. It is proving itself very useful, especially for delicate, fiddly and difficult to iron items. No good for silk or for things where you want a crease. But other than that it's great and has decreased ironing time. Better still, some household members are using it to "iron" their own clothes because it's easier to use than the iron. Huge plus  ;D

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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 21, 2014, 05:45:04 am
Sounds promising, djinni :) Would it be good for heavy curtains?

What brand is it? Is it bulky when storing?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 21, 2014, 06:00:47 am
I want one of these! Great price! More info would be great
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 21, 2014, 06:43:19 am
I bought six pairs of shoes for $130 marked down from $400 at Williams. It's a good thing the fire alarm evacuated everyone lol.

Also bought a dress at myer and three tops for $5.

Just need new hair now!
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Post by: mrsb on March 22, 2014, 12:25:42 am
I hope you left some bargains for me INAID!
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Post by: djinni373 on March 22, 2014, 02:45:56 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on March 21, 2014, 05:45:04 am
Would it be good for heavy curtains? What brand is it? Is it bulky when storing?
Not sure about really heavy curtains BZB. First, the hose that the steam travels through is not very long and you would have to stand it on a chair or small table to reach the top and bottom of full length curtains. Second, I use the steamer to get the worst crinkles and kinks out of jeans but it by no means a perfect finish ( I am quite impatient tho ;D).  I think I will use it on my curtains (without the thermal backing) if necessary. You know the old trick of hanging curtains while they are still just damp to minimise creases right?
It is a Phillips Gf506 garment steamer. They have several models. This is the newest I think.
As for storage I'm ashamed to say that it not stored but sits in a corner of what we call the rumpus room because it is used every day. It is quite compact so I would imagine storage would not be a problem. (The shirt in the pic is a women's size 12)

Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 21, 2014, 06:00:47 am
I want one of these! Great price! More info would be great
CP I bought it at Myers. It has a two year warranty. I can't think of anything else ???
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 22, 2014, 03:20:51 am
Quote from: mrsb on March 22, 2014, 12:25:42 am
I hope you left some bargains for me INAID!

There were heaps there!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 22, 2014, 05:50:34 am
My son is in the clothing industry and they use them all the time. He reckons I need to get one
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Post by: jeninwa on March 22, 2014, 06:32:46 am
New mattress for our bed arrived today, popped out to buy a new mattress protector and came home with new sheets and a quilted quilt cover. Oops
Here's a photo I found on the web.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/22/muqenuja.jpg)

Last week we had a new front door installed
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/22/hy5ysuda.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 22, 2014, 06:39:04 am
Yes to both of them Jen, gorgeous.  Many years ago we had a lovely front door similar to yours (without the left hand panel though) and if I could have bought anything from that house with me it would have been that door.  Our glass panel opened and had a security screen on it.
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Post by: Yvette on March 22, 2014, 07:07:10 am
Look great Jen love the linen  :)
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Post by: JulieO on March 22, 2014, 08:28:26 am
I think both the bedding and front door are both lovely Jen.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 22, 2014, 08:40:33 am
Lovely Jeninwa. Both are very nice.
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Post by: Katiej on March 22, 2014, 08:49:24 am
Great shopping Jen.
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Post by: fundj&e on March 22, 2014, 09:12:59 am
nicely done JW
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 22, 2014, 09:13:42 am
Great shopping Jen. 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on March 22, 2014, 11:04:05 am
Love your bed linen Jen.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on March 22, 2014, 11:14:46 am
Me too :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on March 22, 2014, 11:26:51 am
Love the linen!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on March 22, 2014, 10:49:13 pm
The linen is pretty, Jen.

Where did you get the door from? It looks beautiful. 😃
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Post by: Emme on March 23, 2014, 04:18:27 am
Great Shopping Jen, love it ;D
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2014, 06:16:00 am
good  shopping :)
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Post by: maddy on March 24, 2014, 05:20:32 am
Love the linen Jen...it's a lovely guilty pleasure to mix it up often  ;)

Bought an infrared thermometer gun...will be interesting to see how it performs
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DIGITAL-NON-CONTACT-INFRARED-THERMOMETER-IR-GUN-for-Fridge-Oven-Meat-Candy-BBQ-/360408956416?pt=AU_Decor_Furnishing&hash=item53ea0c3e00&_uhb=1
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Post by: Bedlam on March 24, 2014, 05:33:05 am
That looks fantastic Maddy, i tried to buy one but it wouldnt let me. Let us know how it goes.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 24, 2014, 07:31:44 am
we've got one of these (different brand) which we use for our woodfire oven
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Post by: Nikkit on March 25, 2014, 01:22:04 am
Oh Oh, CP - does it work in your WF oven? I have looked everywhere for one here, but gave up! Would love to have one here for our oven, although can tell the temp by the colour of the bricks at the back and where the hairs on your arms singe at what point in the oven.  :o
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Post by: cookie1 on March 25, 2014, 02:41:59 am
ROFL
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 25, 2014, 03:01:39 am
Thats a very effective way of telling the temp, but we can just point it at the inside wall or floor and determine the temp in a sec. My DH is able to retain his hairy arms.
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Post by: Nikkit on March 25, 2014, 03:20:51 am
It does work, a bit smelly, but if you are quick it doesn't hurt!

Would rather the temp gun to be honest as over the cooler months when we use our oven a lot we don't have enough hairy arms to go in and tell the temp!!

Funnily enough guests aren't so willing to be our temp gauge for us  ???

Hanging out for pizzas again, we can't light ours over summer  :(
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Post by: Bedlam on March 25, 2014, 05:32:25 am
CP and Nikkit, do you bake bread in them as well. I hadnt thought of the total fire ban issues or the singed arm hair, would love one when/ if we move, still need to convince DH though.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 28, 2014, 12:52:47 pm
I went with DH this morning and bought a steam cleane (http://www.johnlewis.com/karcher-sc1020-steam-cleaner-yellow/p1111146)r today.I had £20 of vouchers to off load so brought the price down even more ;) DH is off later playing with it  :-))
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Post by: judydawn on March 28, 2014, 09:50:37 pm
Now that's what I call a steam cleaner CC, added bonus that DH is going to clean everything for you  :D
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Post by: andiesenji on March 29, 2014, 01:09:22 am
I found this at a yard sale a few days ago - on my way home from a birthday breakfast.  One of my neighbors had this sitting out and I thought it was brown glass - it had been on top of one of her kitchen cabinets for god knows how long and was covered in greasy crud.
I finally got around to putting it through the dishwasher today and found a beautiful amethyst jug - holds a quart with plenty of headroom.
Obviously hand blown with a clean pontil or punty mark on the bottom but no maker mark.
I love purples anyway - and it just cost a dollar!

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM5936.jpg)
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM5937.jpg)
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h129/Basenjibabe91/HPIM5938.jpg)

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Post by: Bedlam on March 29, 2014, 03:19:54 am
Great shopping Andie, love the colour and the shape with the handle seeming the reverse of a conventional one.
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Post by: obbie on March 29, 2014, 03:38:26 am
love the jug Andie :)
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Post by: mcmich on March 29, 2014, 05:19:49 am
Great find Andie and such a pretty colour. I  love garage sales.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 29, 2014, 08:08:00 am
Beautiful colour Andie.

Love the steam cleaner CC. I have one for my tiles.
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Post by: Nikkit on March 29, 2014, 09:56:02 am
Bedlam, sorry for late reply, yes I have baked bread in our pizza oven. Have done a bit of slow cooking and a few roasts as well. I should do more! It is worth having one for pizzas alone I reckon, the flavour it gives off is wonderful.
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Post by: judydawn on March 29, 2014, 10:53:50 am
What a great find Andie, such a beautiful colour too.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 29, 2014, 01:58:28 pm
What a lovely find Andy.I adore the colour of the jug. 8)
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Post by: Wonder on March 30, 2014, 07:37:49 pm
Beautiful jug Andi, looks like a great find.

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Post by: cookie1 on March 31, 2014, 07:52:45 am
I was given a Dymocks voucher a while ago by some lovely people so I had a spend up in the city last week.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/31/ugeda5a6.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 31, 2014, 08:29:32 am
Good buying Cookie  ;)
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Post by: obbie on March 31, 2014, 10:22:27 am
great boos cookie :D
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Post by: jeninwa on March 31, 2014, 11:53:07 am
Good shopping cookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 31, 2014, 11:55:04 am
I see a cookbook "slipped in" with the fiction books Cookie :D :D
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Post by: mcmich on March 31, 2014, 11:55:28 am
That steam cleaner looks good CC. Have you tried your shower screens with it? I wish I had bought something a little better than the hard to push, puddle leaving machine I purchased.
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Post by: Bedlam on March 31, 2014, 01:49:18 pm
Need a holiday now to catch up on some reading cookie
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 31, 2014, 03:14:00 pm
I haven't tried it on the shower screen yet Michele but works a dream on tiles ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 31, 2014, 03:40:07 pm
CC can you save me going back and back, what brand have you got and how much?  I think I could get addicted to steam cleaning.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 31, 2014, 04:44:58 pm
We bought this (http://www.johnlewis.com/karcher-sc1020-steam-cleaner-yellow/p1111146) steam cleaner CP.It was the best price in the area and I had a £20 voucher to redeem,so even better. ;) Also has a two year warranty.;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 31, 2014, 04:49:27 pm
We've got karchers over here. Maybe I will have a look in Bunnings
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Post by: droverjess on March 31, 2014, 09:55:05 pm
This is mine http://www.johnlewis.com/polti-vaporetto-evolution-steam-cleaner-green/p231525839?navAction=jump

It has a great iron too.

My only regret is that knowing how good it is I'd have had a bigger one!
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Post by: Bedlam on March 31, 2014, 11:37:50 pm
I have heard good things about the shark steam cleaners CP, I dont have one though.
I received a present for thermie today, not sure what i do wrong but i needed to replace a blade again, 2 bowls and now 2 new blades. Bought a new seal and a scrubbing brush and the new edc also.
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Post by: kyton on April 04, 2014, 10:37:53 am
A new outfit for thermi. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/04/tyjy2uge.jpg) she blends into her surrounds better now.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 04, 2014, 10:52:51 am
She looks good.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 04, 2014, 03:15:40 pm
Denise, you've been busy shopping for TM :)

Had to do a claim with Medibank today (which I'm very happy about. Got the full benefit of $2400 for DS14's braces. We are still out of pocket by $2k plus, but it sure is better than covering for the whole lot!)

Since I was at Carousel, I popped into the Myer sale. My loot 😄😁

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/04/a2asajyb.jpg)

Small cake tin for the airfryer 👍
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Post by: Mama Fergie on April 04, 2014, 10:01:31 pm
Thermie looks lovely kyton. I think mind needs a new outfit  :D
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Post by: JulieO on April 04, 2014, 10:41:56 pm
I have that book Bee (ebook).  Looks really good I just haven't made anything out of it yet.  :D
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Post by: obbie on April 05, 2014, 02:37:35 am
I have a hand held steam cleaner, its great
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Post by: cookie1 on April 05, 2014, 07:20:02 am
DD has that book BZB. I don't know if she has made anything from it yet.
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Post by: kezza on April 05, 2014, 08:20:03 am
Finally bought a Sunbeam Food Saver after procrastinating for a while.  So easy to use.  Hopefully, no more freezer burn.
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Post by: droverjess on April 05, 2014, 10:10:08 pm
Bought what I hope is the last tin of paint today to finish this house.
Final coat on Monday on DD bedroom, she has moved out and it will eventually be let to guests.
She came back so sudden that I only got one coat on before. Plus need to stain the wood in there.

Plus bought industrial quantities of halls soothers, to stop this horrible cough... Only things that work.

And 15 brackets for Dh's shelves made out of conti board.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 05, 2014, 10:19:56 pm
Looks like you are on the final count down now, DJ.  What a huge amount of effort, time, blood, sweat and tears you have put in over the past months.  Well done.  Perhaps you will get a chance to simply relax and enjoy it over the coming months.

Looking forward to seeing photos of the completed works.
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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2014, 12:42:02 am
It sounds as if you are almost ready to buy a Visitors Book DJ, are you going to get one of those for your B & B guests to sign and make comments.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 06, 2014, 11:37:49 am
Great idea Judy. I love reading and signing the visitors book when at a B&B.
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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2014, 11:39:53 am
I've never stayed at one myself Kimmy but I think it would be nice too.
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Post by: andiesenji on April 07, 2014, 07:29:10 pm
I haven't bought anything in the last few days but I have been listing some of my things on ebay.

Just this morning listed the Pink  3-tier cake and pie carrier  (item 181375565213) - that I think I posted a photo of a few months back.
Already 21 views, no bids though.

I also listed some "Folkwear"  clothing patterns I bought back in the early '80s and never used.  One is Australian Bush Outfit ...
I have no idea why I bought it.  I was doing a lot of sewing back then but nothing like those outfits. (number:  181375578071)

I've got the 5 patterns bundled together because I don't want the hassle of selling them separately. 

On my FaceBook page (https://www.facebook.com/andie.paysinger) I have been posting photos of some of my collections I am prepping for ebay.
The "Heavy Metal"  cast iron stuff - of which I literally have a ton - 
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 07, 2014, 08:46:14 pm
Good luck with the sales, Andi
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Post by: judydawn on April 08, 2014, 12:23:37 am
Andie, you have so many collections it will take you forever to sell everything if that's where you are heading at the moment.  Nice to see a picture of a younger you and good luck with ebay sales.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on April 08, 2014, 01:45:30 pm
I need to stay away from buy invite!
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Post by: droverjess on April 08, 2014, 10:59:20 pm
Gone a bit mad tonight online..
Vaccum storage bags for spare bedding etc, two bedside lights ( tall ones CC) for the middle bedroom.
Mop and mop heads, shoe storage boxes, Hoover bags, big and strong clothes pegs, 2 fly covers for food and fruit the kitchen, disposable gloves. Quite shocking how it all mounts up from the comfort of the sofa!!!! Still no time or energy to go shopping just now.

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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2014, 01:27:12 am
Nothing makes you feel better when I'll than shopping on line from the comfort of your bed!

I am glad you bought TALL lamps. I really get very annoyed when you have tiny low lights by the bed as they are hopeless for anything including reading.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2014, 02:01:35 am
Don't you hate the lighting in hotel rooms Gert, even with every light in the room turned on it is too dark for me.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 09, 2014, 02:54:43 am
Some goodies I bought along the way during the Italian Food Safari in Melbourne. Had to show a lot of restraint fortunately for luggage weight. Lemon vincotto (a balsamic), salsa di pere (to have with cheese), braido brachetto d'acqui and some hazelnut chocolate to enjoy together (OMG it's amazing), pizza flour, cold storage bag, and an Italian cook book (not pictured as it's on my kitchen bench). Wish I could have bought back some fresh ricotta and mozzarella cheese, and some pecorino.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2014, 03:02:14 am
They look very interesting.
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2014, 03:13:05 am
It sounds like you had fun shopping CP.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 09, 2014, 03:52:04 am
Nice loot you've got there, CP :)

Online retail therapy sounds like what you needed, DJ 😄
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2014, 04:05:48 am
Yeah good loot alright.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2014, 04:08:17 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 09, 2014, 02:01:35 am
Don't you hate the lighting in hotel rooms Gert, even with every light in the room turned on it is too dark for me.

I have been known to take the bl##dy lamp down to the desk and ask for one I can read by. If it is screwed down I remove the bulb and take it to the desk and ask them to replace it with a brighter one.  The prices you pay for a room should include a bright light.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2014, 04:15:00 am
Must try that, well the bulb trick anyway Gert.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2014, 07:06:55 am
I would have to go down in my pjs as I like to read in bed in my pjs. I think I may be better ringing down. I may frighten people.  :D :D
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Post by: jeninwa on April 09, 2014, 07:36:14 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 09, 2014, 02:54:43 am
Wish I could have bought back some fresh ricotta and mozzarella cheese, and some pecorino.


I bring all kinds back in a soft esky bag as hand luggage.
The ex ray people quite often make a funny comment,
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Post by: droverjess on April 09, 2014, 08:20:19 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2014, 07:06:55 am
I would have to go down in my pjs as I like to read in bed in my pjs. I think I may be better ringing down. I may frighten people.  :D :D

ROFL
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Post by: djinni373 on April 09, 2014, 11:53:54 am
Quote from: Droverjess on April 09, 2014, 08:20:19 am
Quote from: cookie1 on April 09, 2014, 07:06:55 am
I would have to go down in my pjs as I like to read in bed in my pjs. I think I may be better ringing down. I may frighten people.  :D :D

ROFL

Same here :D

I bought the $15 cupcake maker from Aldi but have yet to try it.
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Post by: Bedlam on April 09, 2014, 02:58:50 pm
Sounds like a fantastic trip CP.
I love online shopping, although I have had the odd "surprise" when its not quite what I thought!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 09, 2014, 03:45:19 pm
Online shock recently was buying a Jude Blureau Wholefood book off book depository and it's all in ounces. Have since looked in book shops and it's in grams for Aussies. Jude will end up a millionaire if everyone makes the same mistake as me as I have to buy the Aussie version now.

Also wanted to let you know that quirky jo's book is due for release on 5 May. Don't know how many recipes or how much. I can't wait.
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Post by: andiesenji on April 09, 2014, 07:12:39 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 09, 2014, 03:45:19 pm
Online shock recently was buying a Jude Blureau Wholefood book off book depository and it's all in ounces. Have since looked in book shops and it's in grams for Aussies. Jude will end up a millionaire if everyone makes the same mistake as me as I have to buy the Aussie version now.

Also wanted to let you know that quirky jo's book is due for release on 5 May. Don't know how many recipes or how much. I can't wait.

If you do have a U.S. cookbook with cups, ounces and etc.,   Just use this Conversion Fix (http://www.convert-me.com/en/convert/cooking/) to get the correct measures.

I have several Australian Women's Weekly cookbooks that have conversion charts on the inside back cover.  Most of these I purchased in the late '80s and through the '90s.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 09, 2014, 08:37:32 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 09, 2014, 03:45:19 pm
Also wanted to let you know that quirky jo's book is due for release on 5 May. Don't know how many recipes or how much. I can't wait.
Thanks for the date, CP, I knew it couldn't be far away.  Do you remember, many years ago, when we were all encouraging her to write a book?  I am really looking forward to it. 

PS  Just heard the rumour that it is going to cost $60.00 and, initially anyway, will only be available through HO.
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Post by: droverjess on April 09, 2014, 10:36:26 pm
Luckily I am a bilingual cook....
Pounds and Ounces
And metric

So are my children... We have bilingual scales too and cup measurements...
DD rang for a recipe today... An old favourite... In ounces... We laughed... She is 26 and only learnt imperial cooking with me.

Is buying scales which have both on cheaper?
Just don't mix the two 'languages' mid recipe as they are not quite the same... LOL
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2014, 02:03:14 am
Gosh $60 is a tiny bit expensive. I do like Jo's recipes though.
CP don't buy another book. I have a conversion sheet from a very early Margaret Fulton book and can copy it for you. I used to have it on my pantry door in the other house, but am ok now.
DJ, like you I am bilingual for cooking.
I did have scales that weighed in both metric and imperial but they died. My new ones are metric only.
As DJ says, just use one or the other, don't mix them.
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Post by: Halex on April 10, 2014, 02:31:31 am
3 serving platters, 30cms, but I am going to use them as dinner plates for us. Ha ha managed to sneak them in as anniversary dinner plates.
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Post by: goldfish on April 10, 2014, 03:16:17 am
They're gorgeous, Hally! Where did you find them?
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Post by: jeninwa on April 10, 2014, 03:17:24 am
Love those plates Hally, where did you get them from?
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Post by: Halex on April 10, 2014, 03:45:14 am
I love them too, tney have mugs, larger platters square and round & a jug.

Matchbox Garden city, which is where I am heading now :)

Brand is Maxwell Williams.

 :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 10, 2014, 03:53:24 am
Cp, just type "convert xx oz into gram" etc into good ol' google and you'll get the measurement. I used to bookmark conversion pages on my browser but can't be bothered remembering which page was easiest to use 😁
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Post by: Bedlam on April 10, 2014, 05:14:42 am
Ooo Hally, might have to have a look at the lge square platter.
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Post by: judydawn on April 10, 2014, 05:16:14 am
Lovely plates Hally, are they like a normal sized dinner plate?
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Post by: Halex on April 10, 2014, 05:59:12 am
JD its bigger than a dinner plate.

Nearly bought more items today, had to stop myself :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2014, 06:08:57 am
They are lovely Hally. I'd better not even think of it as I have plenty of china.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 10, 2014, 06:13:25 am
Oh you girls are so sensible and right  :D I probably shouldn't (even though it's so much easier...) I should be able to find a conversion in a book somewhere. I wonder if the ingredients are known by "different" names for overseas stuff
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Post by: gertbysea on April 10, 2014, 07:11:03 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 10, 2014, 06:13:25 am
Oh you girls are so sensible and right  :D I probably shouldn't (even though it's so much easier...) I should be able to find a conversion in a book somewhere. I wonder if the ingredients are known by "different" names for overseas stuff

Stop worrying. You will figure it out.

Gert
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 10, 2014, 07:24:29 am
I had intentions of buying a little black dress for our anniversary dinner at Rockpool on Saturday night but not to be, I thought it would of been a simple shopping trip ::)

nice plates hally :D
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Post by: Augusta on April 10, 2014, 07:41:26 am
Well I finally did it, I went out and bought a sunbeam vacuum sealer. Have wanted one of these for some time now so can't wait to use it.
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Post by: Augusta on April 10, 2014, 07:41:49 am
Well I finally did it, I went out and bought a sunbeam vacuum sealer. Have wanted one of these for some time now so can't wait to use it.
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Post by: Halex on April 10, 2014, 08:55:40 am
Quote from: *suzanne* on April 10, 2014, 07:24:29 am
I had intentions of buying a little black dress for our anniversary dinner at Rockpool on Saturday night but not to be, I thought it would of been a simple shopping trip ::)

nice plates hally :D

Buy plates instead ;D
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 10, 2014, 11:36:13 am
not sure how I'd wear them Hally :D
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Post by: astarra on April 10, 2014, 11:44:58 am
Hmmmmmm, could be a bit cold Suzanne.  :)
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Post by: Bonsai on April 10, 2014, 12:09:16 pm
CP if you have a smartphone or iPad there are a lot of free apps which do conversion from imperial to metric and vice versa
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2014, 12:10:14 pm
Perhaps 3 or 4 plates placed strategically Suzanne. It's going to be 34/5 or similar tomorrow so Saturday evening will be warm. Just don't spill any food on your lap.  ;D ;D :D. Your DH will love you in anything I am sure. Enjoy the evening.
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 10, 2014, 01:31:08 pm
ha ha thanks girls, I do have one that I've worn once but thought it a good excuse to shop :D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2014, 08:03:35 am
It was a good excuse to shop Suzanne, bad luck you couldn't find anything.  :-\
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Post by: Bootobethin on April 11, 2014, 09:12:28 am
I have just ordered one of these.
http://www.alycealexandrastore.com/thermo-easi-slide/
I hope it will mean I can just slide my Thermomix instead of lifting it as I find it heavy and worry about the scales.
It looks good quality and should go well on my new stainless steel bench.
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Post by: Bedlam on April 11, 2014, 09:19:11 am
I saw those today. Mine works a treat.
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Post by: Bootobethin on April 11, 2014, 09:27:08 am
Good to hear Bedlam.
Thank you.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 11, 2014, 09:43:18 am
I bought a black one too, plus a black silicon spoon.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 11, 2014, 10:06:23 am
Boo and CP, pls post your review. I'm interested too. Was always envious of Denise's slide thingy 😄
How much was postage to WA, CP?
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Post by: Bootobethin on April 11, 2014, 10:10:12 am
I will post a review when my slidey thing arrives.
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Post by: snappy on April 11, 2014, 11:05:23 am
Oh, Boo I've been eyeing those off.  Please write a review!!
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 11, 2014, 11:43:40 am
I'm looking at the slide and spoon too. Waiting to see what you think boo.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2014, 11:56:47 am
I'm another one who saw them and thought yes. The only thing I am concerned about is if it will scratch the bench top long term. I know it says it doesn't.
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Post by: Jamberie on April 11, 2014, 12:07:49 pm
I love my Alyce Alexandra spatula, it is one of the best I have used.  The only problem is that I ordered a white one and am worried tomatoes / curries might stain it so I don't use it as often add I would like.  Am tempted to get a black one!
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Post by: Halex on April 14, 2014, 12:37:36 am
My Le Creuset shopping arrived. The large pot has a s/s knob so I am hoping that will work well in the tandor. Dont know why I bought the little pots, just because they are cute I think ;D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 14, 2014, 01:05:51 am
Nice, Hally!! 😄
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Post by: cookie1 on April 14, 2014, 05:13:17 am
Very nice Hally.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 14, 2014, 07:20:03 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/14/edy3amup.jpg)

Guess who bought this?
Some interesting recipes.  Can't wait to try them.  Did make a SD one but the herbs in , it not to our liking.  Will make it into garlic bread to have with soup.
The SD recipes are a good size, 375 flour to 250 starter, 130 to 175 water.  Fit nicely into small cast iron pot. 
Each recipe has a following recipe of how to use left over bread.
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Post by: judydawn on April 14, 2014, 07:21:33 am
Another good one to add to your collection Chookie.
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Post by: Emme on April 14, 2014, 07:22:31 am
Very nice pots  Hally  ;D

Chookie, that book looks interesting.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 14, 2014, 08:30:10 am
A great buys Hally. 8)

Enjoy Paul Hollywoods book Chookie. ;D
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Post by: goldfish on April 14, 2014, 10:18:52 am
Hally - those pots should last you a lifetime!  They're lovely . .

Chookie - Paul Hollywood's book looks a treasure! Love the idea of the suggestion after each recipe of what can be done with leftover bread!
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 14, 2014, 10:40:22 am
Paul doesn't look too bad on the cover either 😘 Nice buys ladies.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 14, 2014, 12:40:00 pm
I have seen the book Chookie but have never had the chance to have a look at it. I will have to do so.
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Post by: astarra on April 15, 2014, 01:16:59 am
Thanks to this thread  :-)) :-)) :-)) I have just ordered the thermo slide too. so hope it truely doesn't scratch as I have a gloss bench......
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Post by: Bootobethin on April 15, 2014, 02:18:46 am
My ezislide tile arrived yesterday. Very prompt delivery time. :)
It has a felt-like nylon backing so looks as though it won't scratch the bench.
It seems to slide well and is still steady.
I will watch closely for scratching as my bench is new. But it looks as though it will be OK.
One concern I have is how it will clean up after a spill or boil over. It has a little card with care instructions but only says wipe with damp cloth and don't put into the dishwasher.
I think it will be great and recommend getting one as it really saves lifting or dragging the Thermomix across the bench.
Thanks Alyce and Lyn Barker.

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Post by: fundj&e on April 15, 2014, 07:49:46 pm
 expandable loaf tin to use in the air fryer
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Post by: judydawn on April 16, 2014, 12:14:37 am
What a clever idea Uni and the loaf looks great too.
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Post by: Halex on April 16, 2014, 01:47:57 am
Great one Uni :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 16, 2014, 02:17:35 am
Very cool, Uni. Is it expensive? Where did you get it from?
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Post by: Augusta on April 16, 2014, 02:33:47 am
Quote from: Bootobethin on April 15, 2014, 02:18:46 am
My ezislide tile arrived yesterday. Very prompt delivery time. :)
It has a felt-like nylon backing so looks as though it won't scratch the bench.
It seems to slide well and is still steady.
I will watch closely for scratching as my bench is new. But it looks as though it will be OK.
One concern I have is how it will clean up after a spill or boil over. It has a little card with care instructions but only says wipe with damp cloth and don't put into the dishwasher.
I think it will be great and recommend getting one as it really saves lifting or dragging the Thermomix across the bench.
Thanks Alyce and Lyn Barker.

Was wondering how this would go when making bread dough as thermy jumps around quite a bit.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 16, 2014, 04:51:10 am
BZB i got it in  Melbourne for $12. 90   
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Post by: cookie1 on April 16, 2014, 07:09:13 am
A very good price Uni. Just a bit far away at the moment. The bread looks yummy.
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Post by: Bedlam on April 16, 2014, 07:40:36 am
Uni, just what i have been hunting for. Bread looks good too.
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Post by: fundj&e on April 16, 2014, 07:47:28 am
you can buy it from ebay Bedlam

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TINPLATE-EXPANDABLE-LOAF-PAN-BAR-CAKE-TIN-18-TO-30CM-X-10CM-CAKE-BREAD-MAKING-/261391684556
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Post by: astarra on April 19, 2014, 10:02:17 pm
Ummmm - another TM cookbook (x2) here.... :-[
I love chocolate, I love thermomix.....(x2)
and... I don't even like chocolate......
but love cookbooks!  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2014, 03:27:23 am
LOL. Love it Astarra. I'm sure members of your family love chocolate though.
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Post by: Halex on April 21, 2014, 09:15:38 am
A good shop today. Dh a great bag carrier, the only bag he refused to carry was the pink victoria secrets one ;)

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Post by: achookwoman on April 21, 2014, 10:45:25 pm
Quote from: Halex on April 21, 2014, 09:15:38 am
A good shop today. Dh a great bag carrier, the only bag he refused to carry was the pink victoria secrets one ;)


Good one Hally. 
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Post by: judydawn on April 22, 2014, 12:02:07 am
Can't blame him Hally.
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Post by: obbie on April 22, 2014, 01:53:04 am
can't blame you Hubby for that Hally :)
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Post by: djinni373 on April 22, 2014, 03:43:56 am
Could not resist this on sale (needless to say I disagree with comments on another thread about shoes and bags  ;D)
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Post by: gertbysea on April 22, 2014, 04:51:24 am
Oooooo love that bag. Where did ya get it?  Noice one.

Gert
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Post by: Yvette on April 22, 2014, 05:05:15 am
Nice bag Gayle  :)
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 22, 2014, 05:09:45 am
gorgeous bag!  I love shoes and bags :D
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Post by: djinni373 on April 22, 2014, 05:28:18 am
Thanks girls. I am very happy with it. I have many other bags from here and love them all.
Quote from: *suzanne* on April 22, 2014, 05:09:45 am
gorgeous bag!  I love shoes and bags :D
Me too. ;D
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 22, 2014, 04:51:24 am
Oooooo love that bag. Where did ya get it?  Noice one.
Here's (http://www.scala.com.au/epages/Scala.sf/en_AU/?ViewAction=View&ObjectID=4014&Page=4) the link but I take no responsibility for the consequences  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 22, 2014, 05:32:40 am
Ooh, I wish the link didn't work. :'( :'( :'( Some of those are so nice. :-\
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Post by: gertbysea on April 22, 2014, 05:36:27 am
That is a very bad link. So any gorgeous bags. Had to slap my hand.

gert
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Post by: djinni373 on April 22, 2014, 05:37:09 am
I came back to see if the link was working. Guess so  :D :D :D
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Post by: Emme on April 22, 2014, 09:51:22 am
Definitely a bad link, but they are so nice. 
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Post by: obbie on April 22, 2014, 09:56:50 am
love the bag, dam  link.......... ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 22, 2014, 09:59:08 am
I've bought some amazing bags in charity shops and when I tire of them I hand them back :D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 22, 2014, 11:37:09 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on April 22, 2014, 09:59:08 am
I've bought some amazing bags in charity shops and when I tire of them I hand them back :D

Me too. I love op shops.

I retrieved a pair of shoes I paid $2 for before sending DH to the Sallies . Nothing wrong with them at all but excess to needs.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 22, 2014, 12:04:00 pm
Lovely bag.
Not much shopping here. I did buy 10 litres of ceiling paint and two goldfish today. Interesting combination.
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Post by: astarra on April 22, 2014, 12:47:29 pm
Lol at y8ur shopping combo, Kimmy :D
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Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2014, 10:12:30 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/23/bymegavu.jpg)
Bought with $17 off through Book Depository.  Love the way David writes about food.  Beautiful book.
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Post by: judydawn on April 23, 2014, 01:00:45 am
Another bit of light reading Chookie, how's your book shelf coping with all these new books  :D :D
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Post by: astarra on April 23, 2014, 05:51:53 am
My thermoslide arrived today!  :D
Love it so far, have yet to try it out on bread dough making ;)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 23, 2014, 01:39:58 pm
Waiting impatiently for your full review, Astarra 😄😝
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Post by: Halex on April 23, 2014, 02:23:54 pm
Quote from: BeezeeBee on April 23, 2014, 01:39:58 pm
Waiting impatiently for your full review, Astarra 😄😝

SNAP :D
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Post by: achookwoman on April 23, 2014, 09:10:15 pm
Judy
Quote from: judydawn on April 23, 2014, 01:00:45 am
Another bit of light reading Chookie, how's your book shelf coping with all these new books  :D :D
Judy,  bookshelf is groaning.  Am trying to make at least 1 recipe from each new book.  Have not been home much so very frustrated. Have made 2 loaves from the new Bread book.  This last one is as much for reading  about Paris as for the recipes.  Love Paris. 
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Post by: Halex on April 23, 2014, 11:49:26 pm
Chookie, you need a tardis :)

Love shoes and bag shopping, lots of them here in Singapore :)

Hope to sneak to shops today, cp stil not good >:(

He has had a shower and feels a little better.
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Post by: Halex on April 24, 2014, 11:33:25 pm
Snuck out yesterday :)

Its 6.30am just finishing my cuppa & off to The Mustafa centre,its 24 hours :)

 :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 25, 2014, 04:11:28 pm
Ordered an airfryer baking pan from Harvey Norman for $25. Free pick up from a store close by. Uni said the pan is small....but I couldn't resist a good deal 😁

http://www.harveynorman.com.au/philips-viva-collection-baking-dish-for-airfryers.html?utm_source=ChannelAdvisor&utm_medium=GetPrice&utm_campaign=Kitchen+Appliances+%3E+Small+Kitchen+Ap
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 25, 2014, 04:27:56 pm
Have you got the XL BZB? Let us know what you think of the insert
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Post by: Wonder on April 25, 2014, 09:57:55 pm
BZB the pan is small but it comes in handy, we use it quite a lot particularly because I haven't yet got around to finding a bigger pan that will fit inside. I find DS can fit a few rashers of bacon on the wire mesh beside the pan so he can cook his egg and bacon together.
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Post by: Bedlam on April 26, 2014, 06:38:10 am
Small but good quality, why havent they released accessories for the xl?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on April 26, 2014, 07:01:05 am
I have as well could do with one double the size.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 26, 2014, 08:31:52 am
CP, mine is an XL. Just got email that it's ready for pick up :)
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2014, 08:08:41 pm
Love the handbag djinni - haven't clicked on the link yet.

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Post by: Halex on April 27, 2014, 04:39:32 am
Mustafa shopping including the s/s tray ;D
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Post by: snappy on April 27, 2014, 06:00:00 am
Looks great Hally.  Are you able to bring that all back into Australia - I always avoid buying food stuff because I am not sure on the rules and would hate to throw it away at quarantine
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Post by: Halex on April 27, 2014, 06:12:31 am
Yes Snappy, we declared it all, its all sealed as bought so they were fine. Last year I bought a few things in to see how it went, all good, this year I bought in 8g of Saffron, plus what you see. Its so cheap :)

We tick we have plant on the customs declaration & they are OK with it all.

 :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 27, 2014, 10:48:43 am
Snappy, the usual food stuff the customs dislike are creamers, eggs e.g mooncake with egg yolks. Food that are professionally sealed are likely to go through. When my mum visits from Malaysia, I would usually ask her to buy dried seafood such as anchovies and shrimps. Nicer, better varieties  and cheaper than here.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 29, 2014, 09:52:14 am
Picked up my cute baking pan for the airfryer just now 😃

And whilst I was at Harvey Norman, thought I'd just take a look at the kitchen stuff. Just in case one of our shortlsted appliances for kitchen reno is on sale. Not that we are starting the reno anytime soon!

But lo and behold...the AEG cooktop was on a clearance sale. The model is going to be discontinued and had a $450 savings. I couldn't walk pass that!! 😁😁 From $1,449 to $999. Still a lot of money though. I really should not go shopping for the rest of the year 😱

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/29/azatedyq.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on April 29, 2014, 09:55:14 am
Great shopping BZB. You are a star shopper.
Your DH will be proud - you need to keep shopping  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 29, 2014, 09:59:55 am
That is a real saving BZB. Well done.
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Post by: Emme on April 29, 2014, 10:03:45 am
That is great shopping BZB,  ;D  It would be hard to resist
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Post by: obbie on April 29, 2014, 10:21:36 am
great shopping Bzb
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Post by: Bedlam on April 29, 2014, 10:32:32 am
Well done BZB, definetly worth going and getting your pan. Bargain of the year. I say keep shopping!
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 29, 2014, 10:40:40 am
Smart looking cooktop BZB.
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Post by: judydawn on April 29, 2014, 11:29:37 am
I love your cooktop BZB, a very good buy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 29, 2014, 12:15:07 pm
Great buy BZB 8)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on April 29, 2014, 12:48:41 pm
Yay Bzb. One off the list
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Post by: BeezeeBee on April 29, 2014, 12:57:21 pm
Thank you, girls. Will tell DH that I have the blessings of my forum friends 😁😁
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Post by: troupie on May 03, 2014, 03:02:58 am
Wasn't sure where to put this. Having my morning coffee I opened some junk mail and there was a Thermowhizz  in the Red Dot brochure. Don't know if it would be any good but might suit someone just moving out of home (where Mum has a Thermomix of course).

Troupie, I have amended your post to remove the price under Rule 5.3  JD
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2014, 12:34:46 pm
I'll have to get a Red Dot brochure to look at it. I think DD may like a thermomix for her house warming gift, or a Kitchen Aid. I'd better buy lotto tickets.
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2014, 01:17:40 pm
Is she almost at that stage Cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2014, 02:21:07 pm
Still saving Judy.  ;D :D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on May 03, 2014, 09:24:12 pm
Your DD is lucky to be able to have the advantage of living at home. It would be very difficult to save whilst renting.
I hope she doesn't move too far away from you.  :)
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Post by: troupie on May 04, 2014, 05:52:46 am
Many thanks JD; promise I wont make that mistake again.
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Post by: judydawn on May 04, 2014, 06:31:59 am
No worries Troupie, the Moderators are here to fix any problems and rules are the last thing on your mind when you want to share things.
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Post by: Bonsai on May 04, 2014, 11:18:17 am
DH bought a very nifty little tagine. Can be used in microwave, oven and stovetop and has non-stick lining. Only small 19cm diameter but just right for meals for 2 people. Was on sale in Matchbox $15(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/04/aparyzep.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 04, 2014, 01:02:00 pm
I like the look of it Bonsai. I have never used a Tagine.
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Post by: medusa on May 04, 2014, 11:39:02 pm
Quote from: Bonsai on May 04, 2014, 11:18:17 am
DH bought a very nifty little tagine. Can be used in microwave, oven and stovetop and has non-stick lining. Only small 19cm diameter but just right for meals for 2 people. Was on sale in Matchbox $15(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/04/aparyzep.jpg)

Bonsai, I brought that years ago for my mum and it was $59.00, so good buy
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Post by: mab19 on May 05, 2014, 12:01:10 am
Excuse my ignorance but what do you cook in a tagine :-[
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Post by: judydawn on May 05, 2014, 02:09:56 am
Here's some recipes using the tagine Magaret.


http://www.taste.com.au/search-recipes/?q=Moroccan+tagine+recipes
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 05, 2014, 02:11:42 am
Great buy Bonsai  :)
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Post by: mab19 on May 05, 2014, 03:16:45 am
Thanks for that Judy :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2014, 06:34:41 am
Just received this book I ordered from The States. I love everything Amish, well in theory anyway. I would have to be in a more modern order that has generators and would allow TMX's  :D
 



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Post by: Bedlam on May 05, 2014, 09:28:02 am
Mich, i enjoyed the tv series where some Amish had a gap year in England and then the reverse. Very interesting and entertaining.
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2014, 10:27:25 am
I watched that too Bedlam. Love the simplicity of it all.  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on May 05, 2014, 12:47:38 pm
And the talent they all had, easily build a barn or make a dress and always cook nourishing home cooked meals.  I agree, i think there would be a lot of benefits in their lfe style. Give s some feedback when you hve enjoyed the book, please.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 05, 2014, 01:02:39 pm
Look what I've just been given ....(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/udegeha5.jpg)

Can't wait to bake something!
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Post by: judydawn on May 05, 2014, 01:07:15 pm
Nice gift Sue, it will be interesting to see what you post next now.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 05, 2014, 01:14:08 pm
As those mags Sue?

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on May 05, 2014, 02:07:42 pm
Lovely books ES :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 05, 2014, 02:19:10 pm
I have the one on the left ES and I think the one on the right too. They are fantastic. I've made the Hairy Bikers Jarlsberg Twist.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 06, 2014, 02:40:53 am
I got talked into buying a Bundt pan and since I ain't making any cakes I  made a pull apart bread with sun dried tomatoes, caramelised onions, confit of garlic and cheese thus using up a few more bits and pieces.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/06/3ybyba6e.jpg)

Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 06, 2014, 06:09:38 am
lovely Gert
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 06, 2014, 06:22:41 am
Very nice Gert.

We went into Christian Fletcher's gallery in Dunsborough on Sunday and bought one of his photos printed on an acrylic block. He does amazing work. We were lucky enough to do a photography course with him about 5 years ago. He was very willing to share his expertise and he made it all look so easy.
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Post by: mcmich on May 06, 2014, 06:29:28 am
Lovely magazines ES and what a great pull apart.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 07, 2014, 11:24:17 am
My Quirky Cooking book arrived :) yippee...now for a long cuppa and read through ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 07, 2014, 11:34:16 am
Ooh I'm green with envy jam. Enjoy your read.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 07, 2014, 11:34:29 am
Hairy bikers Jarlesberg twist sounds Delish. Was it good? We buy Jarlesberg weekly. The kids like me love it!
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Post by: Jamberie on May 07, 2014, 11:39:53 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on May 07, 2014, 11:34:16 am
Ooh I'm green with envy jam. Enjoy your read.
I'll be sure to post my reviews asap Kimmy :) any requests??
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 07, 2014, 11:42:32 am
The cherry cheesecake looks amazing jam.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 07, 2014, 11:58:40 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on May 07, 2014, 11:42:32 am
The cherry cheesecake looks amazing jam.
Okidoki! I'll see what I can do :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 07, 2014, 12:15:45 pm
😊😊😊 no pressure 😉
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Post by: stacelee on May 15, 2014, 07:45:20 am
My great contribution to the shopping thread today was ingredients....Coles had fresh Poblano and Serrano Chillies for sale (also Jalapeno's but I've seen those before).  I've always wanted to try stuffed poblanos but have never been able to buy them fresh (I've tried growing them with no success).  I'm going to try planting fresh seeds straight from the chillies to see if they are more sucessful.

On a different note, anyone been into Spotlight lately..have a look in the appliance section...Mistral have released another imitator, I couldn't see a price on it.
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Post by: jo_nz on May 16, 2014, 12:19:45 am
I have been TMX cookbook shopping - just received Quirky Cooking and the Indian Cooking books.   ;D 
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Post by: Katiej on May 16, 2014, 01:20:56 am
Great shopping Jo, I can't wait to get my Quirky Cooking book.

This arrived yesterday, from Appliances Direct Online.. Richard is more excited about it than me - I think he's been watching to many UK cooking shows on a Foxtel!

I have an open mind about it, it might be a good way to cook or it might be a step to far for me. Very busy this weekend, so not sure when we will use it.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/16/apyru4yp.jpg)
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Post by: Bedlam on May 16, 2014, 01:28:42 am
The indian book has great recipes, wish it had a few more pics.  We love the tikka paste and butter chicken.
Cant wait to get quirky jo's book.  Happy cooking and reading.
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2014, 01:29:35 am
looks good Katie :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 16, 2014, 04:44:09 am
Wow, that's a surprise Katie.  Can't wait to see what you cook in it, did it come with a nice recipe book?
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Post by: Katiej on May 16, 2014, 05:15:49 am
Yes it came with a recipe book, but I haven't really looked at it.

Spur of the moment purchase from an email advising it was on special. Richard has wanted one for ages. It might be fun playing with it.
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Post by: stacelee on May 16, 2014, 06:01:10 am
Stock up on cheap cuts of roasting meats Katie, they sous vide brilliantly. pork or lamb shoulder cooked for 12 to 24 hours becomes incredibly tender.  I've also done meat straight from Coles or woollies in the vacuum seal bags that they come in.  I have a piece of butterfly lamb sitting in the fridge that I will put on tonight for lunch tomorrow, I'm not bothering to rebag it.  I've also made feta cheese in mine by sitting a plastic container in the water bath. It worked beautifully to hold the milk at the right temperature.
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Post by: astarra on May 16, 2014, 06:12:48 am
I have been interested in this method of cooking too, but am worried about cooking in the plastic vac seal bags.  :-[ Does anyone know how safe it is?
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Post by: Katiej on May 16, 2014, 06:28:44 am
Thanks Stacelee!
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2014, 06:56:15 am
just spent heaps at everton
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Post by: Yvette on May 16, 2014, 06:58:18 am
I bought one Katie and returned it. Cooked scotch fillet steaks and they were disgusting. We might have done something wrong but I did follow the instructions. Good luck and let us know how you go.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 16, 2014, 06:58:59 am
What did you buy Robyn?

Katie I will look forward tom hearing how it goes.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 16, 2014, 07:39:06 am
I'm a sucker for buyinvite but am refraining. I do love getting parcels though. The boys got a ninja turtle shirt today in the mail. Me my delicious :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2014, 07:47:51 am
Katie there is a thread somewhere on here about sous vide cooking. Along with Yvette, I dabbled in a bit only using chicken (as TMX doesn't have the right temp for red meat) and the thermomix.
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Post by: jo_nz on May 16, 2014, 09:23:36 am
Quote from: Bedlam on May 16, 2014, 01:28:42 am
The indian book has great recipes, wish it had a few more pics.  We love the tikka paste and butter chicken.
Cant wait to get quirky jo's book.  Happy cooking and reading.

Yes, a few more pics would be nice, but looks good.

The Quirky book looks great.  Something for everyone. AND lovely photos.  I have a friend who has quite specific diet requirements - can't wait to show her this book.  She doesn't actually have a tmx, but I know she's interested in what they can do, but recipes like this that would really suit her lifestyle might be a better way of showing her what it could do for her.

Very happy with the quick delivery too - ordered late Wednesday night online, shipped Thursday, and in my letterbox first thing this morning.
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Post by: jeninwa on May 16, 2014, 11:15:01 am
I just happened to be driving past TM Hq today, so popped in a bought quirky Jo's cookbook, haven't had a chance to have a good look through yet, as I had to go back to work.
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Post by: andiesenji on May 16, 2014, 05:44:45 pm
I received an Amazon gift certificate for Mother's Day (last Sunday here in the U.S.)  so I purchased this wonderful cookbook Delights From The Garden of Eden (http://www.amazon.com/Delights-Garden-Eden-Cookbook-History/dp/1845534573/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1400258076&sr=1-1&keywords=delights+from+the+garden+of+eden), which has been discussed at length on a couple of foodie forums and on Facebook.
It is a thick, heavy (570 pages) book full of stories, history and wonderful recipes - Non-TMX - but still extremely interesting.

I have been delving into it since it arrived on Wednesday and am so pleased I heard about it because this is the kind of cookbook that really stimulates my imagination and ramps up my ambition to cook something different.

At the Amazon site there is the "Click to look inside" option.  Take a look at the Table of Contents, page IV, which lists some of the fascinating subjects, such as: The First "REcipe Book" in Human History.  Or,  Elements of the Medieval Baghdadi Cuisine and Affinities with Ancient Mesopotamian Cooking... 

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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 16, 2014, 07:12:55 pm
It looks a beautiful book Andie.The photo of Chureck (sweet yeast-bread) looks wonderful and it has very positive reviews  :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 16, 2014, 07:51:09 pm
Lovely book Andie.
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Post by: obbie on May 16, 2014, 11:35:00 pm
I bought the zuko pop machine for the ids, and 3 sets of baking  casserole dishes.
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Post by: mcmich on May 17, 2014, 06:48:14 am
Very boring shopping. We will be carpeting the bedrooms once I paint the ceilings, so carpet shopping and they are very generous in letting you bring samples home. I have never ever bought carpet before, I have ripped carpet up and tiled or put floorboards down. It is very confusing - wool, P.E.T. polyester, nylon, polypropylene, blends, solution dyed  ???

Also had quotes to paint the ceilings, way too many bucks - I went to Bunnings and bought loads of disposable items as I hate washing brushes and paint trays out.
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Post by: goldfish on May 17, 2014, 06:55:30 am
Mich, when you've finished there you can come and live with me!! :-)) ;D  Painting, two rooms of carpet to come up and a floating floor to go in one.

Painting ceilings?  Long handled roller,  . . and probably raincoat, shower cap and goggles!! :o ??? ;D Ceilings here are high but not that high.  It's the preparation that's getting to me.  :-)) :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: mcmich on May 17, 2014, 07:10:11 am
I'm hearing you GF. Hate all the sanding, washing and taping. The good thing is I only fell off the milk crate once doing the trim - shocking bruise on my hip and leg but luckily I managed not drop the paint brush. When I was painting the store room last year, I tumbled off 2 milk crates high and ended up with the roller on my forehead.  ;D Will need a ladder to do the ceilings - like you higher than average ceilings but not real high. DH has offered to do over the staircase - He said, "I know what your like on ladders."  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on May 17, 2014, 12:20:58 pm
The ladies that are painting are wonderful. I can't get more than a metre off the ground without getting scared, although planes are fine.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 17, 2014, 12:40:05 pm
I've been painting too McMich,  and have been to Bunnings upteen times lately. We've done a mini reno of the laundry (including painting 1970s tiles white and putting cabinets in).
I've found alfoil to be my friend.  I wrap the paint tray in foil before pouring the paint in and wrap my brushes etc in foil in between coats to stop the doing out and save washing :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 17, 2014, 09:17:18 pm
Lots of us painting at the moment. Don't know whether or not Kimmy has finished painting?
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Post by: djinni373 on May 18, 2014, 12:18:32 am
I am in awe of all of you who are painting ATM. I wouldn't know where to start.

Had some "dealings" with a few government departments this week. If we ran our businesses the way these departments are run… (words fail me). So I bought this to cheer myself up.

 
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Post by: goldfish on May 18, 2014, 12:27:56 am
That looks really interesting, Gayle.  I might see if I can find it over this way!  At least something good came out of the day :)  Hope you have a happy outcome with the gov depts. . . they can really do your head in sometimes . .  :-)) ???
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Post by: mcmich on May 18, 2014, 12:48:52 am
Bureaucracy !!!!

Nothing like a good read to relax and unwind. Magazine looks really good.
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Post by: JulieO on May 18, 2014, 03:30:43 am
I've ordered these 2 dresses but as they are on back order it will be 2-3 weeks before they arrive. Of course they will be a bit longer on me.  ;D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/stripedress_zps4a788963.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/stripedress_zps4a788963.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/backstripedress_zpsb25a7adc.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/backstripedress_zpsb25a7adc.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/blackdress_zpsa15c9c7a.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/blackdress_zpsa15c9c7a.jpg.html)
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2014, 03:37:20 am
Lovely choices Julie.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 18, 2014, 04:04:36 am
The top one is stunning JO, you will turn heads
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 18, 2014, 04:16:01 am
For those painting the 3L milk cartons are great. Cut a hole in the side, fill with paint and stick the paint brush in. You can hold it by the handle. Glad wrap around the hole in between painting sessions and no need to wash the paint brush.
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Post by: JenJan on May 18, 2014, 05:21:25 am
Yay! I finally did it! Bought an iRobot Roomba 630 after being inspired by posts on this thread! Thank you posters!

We have a much loved german shepherd dog whose coat seems to shed continuously and it's worse when he's moulting, so our floors always seem to have wisps of dog hair floating about and a layer of hair collecting on the rugs - no matter that I may have just done a thorough vacuum. I get Robbie to do a quick run around the main areas of the house and problem now solved! Quite entertaining too as the dog regards Robbie with much suspicion, especially when Robbie gives him a gentle bump and he has to move! Also loving that Robbie goes under furniture and the special attention he gives to doing under beds! Even my 20 year old IT obsessed son was impressed by what it can do. Loving it!

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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2014, 07:03:20 am
It sounds as though Robbie will be a well loved member of the household JenJan.

JulieO the dresses are lovely, especially the stripey one.

Gayle I know how you fee, I have been having a mini tussle with a government department as their typist missed a zero out in some correspondence.
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Post by: mcmich on May 18, 2014, 07:32:12 am
Lots of great shopping happening.

They are beautiful dresses Julie.

Will be interested in how the Roomba goes JenJan and it's so nice to see you posting.  :D

INAID - thanks for the tip with the milk bottle, disposable and free, the latter being DH's favourite word.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2014, 09:02:32 am
Great dresses Julie 8)

So pleased to hear "Robbie" is working hard JenJan :D :D :D

Nice magazine Gayle,I'm glad it cheered you up ;) :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 18, 2014, 12:39:14 pm
Quote from: mcmich on May 17, 2014, 09:17:18 pm
Lots of us painting at the moment. Don't know whether or not Kimmy has finished painting?
Nearly mich. In a bit of a slump at the moment. Life very busy with the boys. I have the pantry, linen cupboard and two robes left to do. Of course the garage too, but getting DH motivated to move his junk is a whole other task in itself 😳. Would you believe after 13 years in our house with very little wall damaged, the little munchkins (and one very big munchkin) have put two large dents in the freshly painted walls 😢 Why do I bother???

Lovely shopping girls. Great dresses JulieO.
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Post by: Emme on May 19, 2014, 12:12:08 am
Great shopping ladies, love those dresses Julie  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2014, 02:04:17 am
Oh Kimmy, isn't that always the case?  Hopefully there will be no more damage.  :-X
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Post by: Nikkit on May 19, 2014, 07:54:34 am
I'm going shopping for a new dog bed, collar and all things to go with a puppy. He will be here in about a month and so I NEED some sweet little puppy things!

My other dogs will be getting new beds as well. Don't want them to feel left out!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 19, 2014, 09:54:36 am
what sort of dog Nikkit? labradoodle or something like that?
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Post by: mcmich on May 19, 2014, 10:41:44 am
Kimmy - make peace with imperfection.
Disappointing, when you have put all the work in. I would have been so annoyed and was for so many years my children were young.
I wish I hadn't spent so many hours/days stressing over my walls. My children (26 and 24) have never bought up the paint work in a conversation yet.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 19, 2014, 10:44:18 am
Great advice mich, thanks xox
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Post by: achookwoman on May 20, 2014, 01:42:31 am
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Just catching up.. janJen,  glad you like your Roomba.  We love ours. I give it a full service once a week.  Takes 10 minutes.
Julie,  lovely dresses.
Painting girls,  go for it , I really admire your energy. 
Bought this with a Christmas book voucher.  Love it and would recommend that anyone interested in cooking, order it from library or get a friend to buy it, borrow it and forget to give it back.  Normally I would buy a book if it has 3 or more recipes that I would like to cook.  This one,  I am going to start at the beginning and work my way through it. 
This is the second book, put together by  six Jewish woman from Sydney.  Nearly every recipe has a photo.  Very well written recipes although some have a lot of ingredients.  Most already in pantry.   Also many can be part made in TMX.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 20, 2014, 07:57:26 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on May 19, 2014, 09:54:36 am
what sort of dog Nikkit? labradoodle or something like that?

Yes CP - he is a Labrador with a doodle  :o :o (sorry couldn't resist that one!)
He is a boy and he is a Labrador. At 4 weeks old he is very very cute, but staying with his beautiful Mummy for another 4 weeks. So glad he is just around the corner, so I can pop in and see him often!

And I did a bit of shopping today...bought myself another Thermomix  ;D. Been thinking about it for a while, so caught up with a friend for coffee today and ordered one.  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 20, 2014, 08:23:27 am
very lucky you can pop in and visit him in the meantime. lucky you - 2 fantastic purchases! congratulations on the 2nd Thermie. For a time there when my DD was living at home we used to have 2 going at the same time and it was such fun  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 20, 2014, 08:23:35 am
Good on you Nikkit! Smart shopping.

Gert
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Post by: Katiej on May 20, 2014, 08:30:41 am
Another Thermie, how exciting for you Nikkit!

After a particularly bad few days at work, I've taken Chookie's advice and bought myself a present - the Monday Morning Cooking Club book she suggested.   

I "googled" them and found they have an excellent website and blog as well.  And they give all their profits to charity - how lovely.   Thanks Chookie for the tip!

http://mondaymorningcookingclub.com.au/
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Post by: judydawn on May 20, 2014, 08:39:31 am
Great shopping Nikkit.

Thanks for the link Katie, lovely looking bunch of ladies and I can see why you couldn't resist the temptation to buy yourself a present. 
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Post by: goldfish on May 20, 2014, 09:12:47 am
Katiej - thanks for the link!  Looking forward to having a good browse of the website. I love the name!

Nikkit . . now there's absolutely no excuse!   http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2551.0
No need for transatlantic etc etc  happy hours now . .   this can be your first "dish" in the new machine to celebrate it's arrival into your family fold!! ;D ;D  Well done!! :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 20, 2014, 09:19:00 am
Great purchase Nikkit  8)
Have you named your new puppy yet?

I hope your new cookbook lifts your spirits Katie :-* :-*
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Post by: Katiej on May 20, 2014, 09:22:05 am
Reading they give their profits to charity has already lifted my spirits Denise.  What a cool bunch of ladies.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 20, 2014, 09:22:43 am
A great buy Nikkit.
Chookie I have never opened that book to look inside. I must do so as I still have a birthday voucher waiting to be spent.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 20, 2014, 09:32:34 am
It's a fabulous cookbook and their website is just lovely.What a great bunch of ladies.
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Post by: mab19 on May 20, 2014, 10:50:36 am
Great shopping Nikkit
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Post by: Bedlam on May 20, 2014, 01:45:42 pm
Wow nikkit, i am envious.  I have been tempted but keep wondering if a new model is going to appear this year.
Like the sound of that book chookie and katie, and their morals re donating.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 20, 2014, 10:00:22 pm
Nikkit,  great.  Have fun.
Katie,  I am sure this book will lift your spirits. 
This group of 6 girls reminds me of this Forum.  They all bring something different and valuable to the group activity.  They are generous in sharing and well organised.
While waiting in the PO yesterday I saw their first book for sale.  I just had to have it.  I like the layout and presentation of the 2nd book more than the first,  but it has some classic recipes that I will make and convert if possible.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 21, 2014, 12:01:23 am
Thanks Ladies  :) I thought I'd done pretty well in the shopping department too!

I figure that with 2 TM's on the bench I can make more noise to drive my hubby mad! But one day when and if a child of mine leaves home, there'll be a thermie on the back seat for them to sweeten the deal! And if a new model comes out, then I may have to buy that too - seeing as I have 2 girls!

The pup - he sort of has a name, but it isn't set in stone yet. Will decide probably next week when I see him again to make sure it "fits"!
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Post by: Nikkit on May 21, 2014, 12:03:32 am
Quote
Nikkit . . now there's absolutely no excuse!   http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=2551.0
No need for transatlantic etc etc  happy hours now . .   this can be your first "dish" in the new machine to celebrate it's arrival into your family fold!! ;D ;D  Well done!! :D

I'm still working on it goldfish! Have my SIL coming Friday night, so will definitely make it then, that way I won't have to drink the whole recipe on my own. Because drinks are just one recipe you cannot halve!
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Post by: obbie on May 21, 2014, 06:25:50 am
great shopping Nikkit
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 21, 2014, 11:17:27 am
I've been tempted by the Monday Morning books, but have managed to drag myself away. I just signed up for 2 x dog insurances. Was a big decision because its pretty expensive, but then again so are vet bills.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 21, 2014, 12:14:46 pm
It could pay off though CP.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 21, 2014, 12:41:02 pm
CP,  wise choice.  DD has just had 2 very expensive ops on her dog. 
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Post by: Nikkit on May 21, 2014, 11:51:03 pm
CP - we're thinking of dog insurance too for the new pup, just not sure who to go with.

We should have had it when our staffy was younger, with him eating rat bait (over $1000 - he had to have his stomach pumped and the vets thought he was hilarious as they'd never seen so much green bait in one dogs guts before - and he thought it was pretty funny too and kept the vets entertained the whole time...thought they should have given us a discount for the pleasure of his company!) and another time he was constipated and needed "help" but after 2 days and copious dollars I bought him home where he promptly has the biggest poop in the history of doggies and trotted off like there was never a problem! And then there was the echidna quills, and the dead snake - I only found the 'blunt' end not the 'pointy' end, the list goes on!

Dogs!

And I'm getting another one..... :-))
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 22, 2014, 12:37:36 am
went with Petplan, classic  #1 plan. I was at the park yesterday and a lady said when her dog was 5mo she got back $2000. It's scary. I remember ou last dog had a few issues and I'd always just grin and bear it whilst wishing we had insurance.
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Post by: judydawn on May 22, 2014, 02:02:34 am
It sounds as if your pets are as entertaining as you are Nikkit  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 22, 2014, 03:29:16 am
But you love them Nikkit.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Bedlam on May 22, 2014, 08:47:40 am
Best thing is CP, because you have signed up you will never need it. Murphy's and all.
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Post by: Bonsai on May 22, 2014, 12:00:56 pm
Choice magazine had a recent article on pet insurance
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 22, 2014, 12:20:43 pm
I don't subscribe. Who did they recommend?
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Post by: Bonsai on May 22, 2014, 12:41:27 pm
Pet plan for accident and illness, and 1300 Pet Protect for accident, illness and routine care. They warn about out of pocket expenses despite insurance (same as humans) and to be aware that some policies don't cover recurrences of the same condition and pets aren't covered for pre-existing conditions. Some won't cover if the pet gets a vaccine preventable illness, even if it was vaccinated. Pays to read the small print.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 22, 2014, 03:51:30 pm
Thanks Bonsai, very interesting.  These little puppies have been vet checked when purchased and insured from Day 1 so hopefully all boxes are ticked.

Bought a large cherry red Jackie bag and pod: http://www.reddogbags.com/bagpodsall.html  can't wait till it gets here. Will be good for everyday use and travelling
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 22, 2014, 03:57:08 pm
Very nice bags CP 8) Great colour ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2014, 09:42:07 pm
I recently bought this anti theft travel bag. Love it. http://www.bagworld.com.au/shop/detail/travelon-carry-safe-anti-theft-messenger-bag-black?

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/23/hy8uve5a.jpg)

It can't be cut, has expandable pockets, every zip,can be locked, has a flashlight attached and can be locked to something when sitting in a cafe or restaurant. It is light weight and hold my mini iPad easily.

Also has an outside pocket which can expand to hold a brolly or bottle or both.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 22, 2014, 09:48:41 pm
Great bag Gert 8)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 22, 2014, 10:00:44 pm
There are a few brands of anti theft bags on the market. Very practical.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 22, 2014, 10:32:02 pm
Nice bags girls.  I only heard of those travel bags last week when a friend bought one for their overseas trip Gert.  Great idea.
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Post by: mcmich on May 22, 2014, 10:34:32 pm
Great bags ladies.  :D
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Post by: obbie on May 22, 2014, 10:37:25 pm
love the bags
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Post by: Nikkit on May 22, 2014, 11:52:06 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 22, 2014, 02:02:34 am
It sounds as if your pets are as entertaining as you are Nikkit  :D
We all have our moments Judy! With a house / paddock full of animals there is always something happening here. And yes - love them all to bits. I can't imagine what I would do with all the "extra" money if we didn't have animals! And there is no way I am going to add up what that could be either!!

Quote from: Bonsai on May 22, 2014, 12:00:56 pm
Choice magazine had a recent article on pet insurance
Thank you Bonsai - I get the Choice mag and didn't even think to look in there.

Gert - love your bag. Miss 17 is heading off travelling next year, so I think this might be the perfect gift for her.

Ooohhh love yours too CP. Might have to go shopping...again!
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2014, 12:45:58 am
The bags are especially good for travelling in Europe. You cannot cut the straps either as they have  inside and are strong. I would keep a travel bag as small as practical. If you have a larger bag you tend to fill it therefore the danger of more things being stolen. Forget about travelling with leather bags as not only are they heavy but the straps can be easily cut.

There is a big range with Travelon including backpacks.

It would be a gift that would last forever.

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on May 23, 2014, 02:03:10 am
Nice bags ladies
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Post by: Nikkit on May 23, 2014, 04:12:55 am
Thanks Gert, will have a look.
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Post by: Bootobethin on May 23, 2014, 04:36:16 am
Gert - love your bag. Miss 17 is heading off travelling next year, so I think this might be the perfect gift for her.
Nikkit this link is really good for young travellers. It meets their needs and the bags are funky and functional.
My daughter travelled in Europe at 17 and used a crumpler.
She also has a school and now uni crumpler bag which is 6 years old and much loved.
The bags are Australian, beautifully made and strong and have a lifetime guarantee.
I would let your daughter choose her own bag as she will know what she wants and what suits her style!
It is great and scary when they travel young.

http://www.crumpler.com/au/
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Post by: BeezeeBee on May 23, 2014, 06:18:43 am
Very cool and practical bag, Gert. Nice 😃
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Post by: cookie1 on May 23, 2014, 06:31:01 am
I need a new bag for travelling. The one I have has handle fatigue. It's mainly for plane travel so I can have all I need with me. I've been looking, so thanks for the links ladies. CP and Gert, I love your bags.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 23, 2014, 06:51:41 am
Thanks Bootobethin, will have a look at that site too. I have 5 months til her 18th, so plenty of time to do some research. But thank you for your help.  :) :)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2014, 07:07:31 am
Those crumpler bags are very good bags and last forever but the handbags don't have all the anti theft features of some other brands. Their bigger travel bags are  very good though.  I love the funky colours and designs which make them desireable.


This is another that makes good travel bags but the zips are not all lockable.http://hedgren.com/products/type/15-travel

Gert
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Post by: Emme on May 23, 2014, 11:27:34 am
Great bags CP & Gert.  I have the pacsafe  (http://www.bagworld.com.au/shop/detail/pacsafe-citysafe-200-gii-rfid-blocking-anti-the/) one which can't be cut either, also takes the ipad.

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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2014, 11:19:34 pm
Love the pacsafe too Emme. I realised how important the "RFID safe"  is when I accidentally waved my wallet near the scanner at Woolies and it scanned one card I wan't going to use. I got a shock how easy it was. I love that Bagworld too. That is where I bought my Travelon.

I was going to get some protective sleeves for my credit cards but they then won't fit in your wallet and I did not want to buy a new wallet as my wallet is a special gift to me and. I don't need a new one!

First world problems eh?

Gert

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Post by: Emme on May 24, 2014, 12:00:32 am
Gert, I use this (http://www.acmwallet.com.au/) for all my cards savings and credit.  It won't fit in a wallet but has its own leather pouch which I keep in the pocket in the bag.  The silver one has the "RFID" so protects all the cards.  It took me a while to get used to it but love it now.  If I get robbed I will hand over the purse , they won't get much  :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2014, 01:55:38 am
I have seen that thing too Emma and I love it but..........will I have separation anxiety if I remove my cards from my wallet? How long did it take for you to get used to it. It is a good solution and no more thick wallet .

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2014, 02:09:28 am
I wonder how many women keep their credit cards separate from their wallets? Am I the odd one out that I don't? Maybe it is time for a rethink?

Gert

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Post by: Emme on May 24, 2014, 02:22:33 am
I almost had a heart attack the first time I used it, I opened my purse looking for my credit card and it wasn't in its place I started to panic then suddenly realised where it was.  Took a couple of weeks before I got used to it being in the pocket.  I continually kept checking it but now I never bother and automatically reach inside the pocket and always put it back in its place.  I do however keep my bag zipped up
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Post by: obbie on May 24, 2014, 02:41:23 am
I have 2 wallets with me always Gert. I have so many cards, and store cards.

it looks good though.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2014, 03:32:58 am
Just ordered one Emme. If it does not suit me I will give it to DH. Thanks Emme


Gert
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Post by: Emme on May 24, 2014, 04:53:36 am
Oh gosh Gert, I hope you do like it.  Don't do what I did though in the early days, used it at home and put it on the table. I checked my bag saw my purse grabbed the keys and left.  Had to turn around and come back when I realised the card and the holder was sitting at home.  I was not popular.  Now I always check that both the card holder and purse are in my bag and if I used the credit card on line I always put it back inside my bag. At least as you say if you don't like it you can give it to DH. 
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Post by: cookie1 on May 24, 2014, 05:42:06 am
I carry mine in my wallet. Like Gert my wallet is very special. I may have to think seriously about one of these. I have accidentally scanned my credit card once.
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2014, 05:52:19 am
I only have one credit card for emergencies and my debit card. They are both in my wallet with my licence, medicare card and MBF card. I minimilised my wallet.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2014, 06:10:37 am
My wallet is far too bulky so am willing to try a change in my system.  I got quite a fright when the smarty pants 15 year old check out chick laughed at my dismay when I was removing one credit card from my wallet and accidentally scanned another. It is far to easy to so this with the new technology of being able to just wave and walk away when  the charge is less than $100 . I cannot imagine the problem trying to get the charges reversed if it had been needed. Separating the cards from the wallet is a method worth trying.

Gert
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 24, 2014, 06:40:18 am
I just ordered one of the ACM wallet, credit card thingy's for DH to take with him when he goes to Brazil next month for the FIFA World Cup. His wallet is very bulky  and if stolen he would lose everything. I keep a credit card in my phone cover and always keep a $50 note in there too. Saves me from having to always open my wallet which is also bulky when i need to buy just a few items.
If DH doesn't like it I may use it or I could give it to one of my kids.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 24, 2014, 06:54:43 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/24/a4ehusug.jpg)

We purchased this on our last trip to NZ. I am a huge Marilyn fan and when we found it there was no walking away without it LOL. Actually they posted it to us and then we had it framed here in Perth. Just had to share it.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 24, 2014, 07:28:45 am
I like it MF
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2014, 07:43:38 am
I love it MF. That is truly superb.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 24, 2014, 08:30:41 am
Very impressive MF. 8)
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Post by: JulieO on May 24, 2014, 08:34:51 am
Such a colourful piece Mama, I really like it.  :D
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Post by: jeninwa on May 24, 2014, 09:28:29 am
Love it MF
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on May 24, 2014, 10:07:02 am
Gorgeous.
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Post by: mab19 on May 24, 2014, 10:26:50 am
Very nice MF :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 24, 2014, 10:59:35 am
Quote from: Mama Fergie on May 24, 2014, 06:40:18 am
I just ordered one of the ACM wallet, credit card thingy's for DH to take with him when he goes to Brazil next month for the FIFA World Cup. His wallet is very bulky  and if stolen he would lose everything. I keep a credit card in my phone cover and always keep a $50 note in there too. Saves me from having to always open my wallet which is also bulky when i need to buy just a few items.
If DH doesn't like it I may use it or I could give it to one of my kids.
I do the exact same thing MF. I also have my license in there too. That way I can just take my phone with me and leave my purse at home when I do school pick ups or netball, etc.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 24, 2014, 12:19:05 pm
Gorgeous MF.

Tupperware party this afternoon for a local charity. Bought the expandable cake storer, a new grater and some snack cups.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on May 24, 2014, 01:19:39 pm
Quote from: Mama Fergie on May 24, 2014, 06:40:18 am
I just ordered one of the ACM wallet, credit card thingy's for DH to take with him when he goes to Brazil next month for the FIFA World Cup. His wallet is very bulky  and if stolen he would lose everything. I keep a credit card in my phone cover and always keep a $50 note in there too. Saves me from having to always open my wallet which is also bulky when i need to buy just a few items.
If DH doesn't like it I may use it or I could give it to one of my kids.

Can your DH pick me up on his way to Brazil!!!!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2014, 02:25:21 pm
Great picture MF, seems it's a winner with us all  ;D
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Post by: obbie on May 24, 2014, 04:12:24 pm
love it MF :)
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Post by: Halex on May 25, 2014, 01:26:56 am
Love the Marilyn picture :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 25, 2014, 03:39:18 am
Thanks everyone for the lovely comments on Marilyn.  :D
She is a talking point whenever anyone steps through the front door.

Gert you would have so much fun with my DH and DS in Brazil  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 26, 2014, 04:18:01 am
This isn't shopping, it is a gift. I love them so much I decided to share. They measure 60ml, 30ml, 15ml and 5 ml.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/26/6ytaryhe.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on May 26, 2014, 07:00:26 am
What a gorgeous set of measures Cookie.
 
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Post by: goldfish on May 26, 2014, 07:49:31 am
They're beautiful, Cookie! :)
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Post by: Bedlam on May 26, 2014, 08:05:42 am
The look great Cookie, haven't seen any like that around. Lucky you.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 26, 2014, 09:08:06 am
Oh they are very cute Cookie. ;D
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Post by: Mama Fergie on May 26, 2014, 10:08:32 am
Gorgeous cookie  :D
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Post by: judydawn on May 26, 2014, 10:10:30 am
Do they all fit inside each other Cookie, they look great.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 26, 2014, 11:39:11 am
Sports shoes $8 big W, a new school jumper $4, socks $8, thongs $3.20 x 2 for the kids, gold polo for sports day $4. Seriously so cheap! It makes me sad. All I think about is the slave labour :( I hate to think I'm contributing to it. I just had limited time to run around to heaps of shops getting it all.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 26, 2014, 12:17:25 pm
Quote from: judydawn on May 26, 2014, 10:10:30 am
Do they all fit inside each other Cookie, they look great.

Yes Judy, they do.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 26, 2014, 12:23:21 pm
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 26, 2014, 11:39:11 am
Sports shoes $8 big W, a new school jumper $4, socks $8, thongs $3.20 x 2 for the kids, gold polo for sports day $4. Seriously so cheap! It makes me sad. All I think about is the slave labour :( I hate to think I'm contributing to it. I just had limited time to run around to heaps of shops getting it all.

I agree, too cheap.  It would be good to know who doesn't use "slave" labour.  I know a lot of the boutiques do also but don't charge corresponding prices.  A fair price for all, maker and seller.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 26, 2014, 12:43:04 pm
Agreed! If only it was printed like ingredients on the back of a can. I try to buy as well as I can. I avoid Kmart for this reason. However myer, target it's probably all the same :/
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Post by: gertbysea on May 27, 2014, 02:05:41 am
My thermo slide arrived today. It is real cool.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2014, 04:02:34 am
I got my 2 big boxes from Everton today, lots of new baking dishes, and Ice blocks moulds.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 27, 2014, 06:39:14 am
Target has a sale on homewares/bedding, so after Miss 12 complained she has been cold at night I bought her a new doona. Plus mattress protectors, pillows and new wellies as mine have a hole in them and I get soggy socks.

Does anyone know where to get dog beds online from that don't cost an arm and a leg to post? Picked out one the other day and I need 3 - they wanted to charge me over $200 for postage!  :o Needless to say I emptied that shopping cart real quick!

Just thought someone in here may have an idea, I am a tad confuzzled after trawling through so many pet shop sites :-))
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Post by: gertbysea on May 27, 2014, 07:02:59 am
K mart and target have cushy $10 ones you can toss in the wash and you can toss when they get crappy. When puppy grows up take him with you and let him choose!

I have bought many beds over the years and none have been the absolute perfect beds. Now my one dog Jaxon sleeps in the Queen with not so dear DH. Perfect.

Gert
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Post by: Nikkit on May 27, 2014, 07:26:09 am
Thanks Gert, I'll check Kmart out. I didn't think to look there. I want one with sides so it keeps all the dirt in when the dogs come in from outside. I have flat ones at the moment and am always vac-ing up sand and hair. Would be nice to keep it in their beds and just shake them out each day.

I am not one for dogs in my bed, and there'd be no room for us if a kelpie, a staffy and a Labrador was in there with us!  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on May 27, 2014, 08:00:52 am
Me neither as I am so restless. Not dog wants to sleep in my bed anyway.

Yeah those cheapies are fine, soft and warm with curves and totally washable.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 27, 2014, 08:19:26 am
Nikkit, City Farmers always has a good range of dog beds. Our local Red Dot store also sells some cheapies. You could also try calling this pet shop in Mt Lawley who have a wonderful range of pet products 9271 6632 and I'm sure would be very helpful.
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Post by: Nikkit on May 27, 2014, 08:22:21 am
Thanks CP, will check out CF's and RD next time I am out and about. And thanks for the phone number, will give them a call if I can't find anything.

I knew someone in here would have an answer for me...Lovin' this Thermomix Cult forum  ;D :-)) :P ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 27, 2014, 12:41:44 pm
Nikkit, I love that word "confuzzled. ". Such a perfect, descriptive word.
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Post by: obbie on May 27, 2014, 09:40:12 pm
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D  love the cult...... unpacking all my new baking trays
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Post by: gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 05:06:00 am
My new RFID safe credit card thingy arrived today. Love it. Thanks  Emme. I am going to make it work for me and it also lightens my wallet and separates credit cards from loyality  cards and cash. Love the little sliders and the way it keeps the cards.

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 29, 2014, 07:12:40 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 05:06:00 am
My new RFID safe credit card thingy arrived today. Love it. Thanks  Emme. I am going to make it work for me and it also lightens my wallet and separates credit cards from loyality  cards and cash. Love the little sliders and the way it keeps the cards.

Gert
I'm a bit out of the loop at the moment - catching up on the avalanche of work whislt we were in Taiwan as well as battling my usual daily workload. Gert, could you tell me what is this, it sounds interesting?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 07:22:46 am
http://www.acmwallet.com.au

It is really very clever. Holds 6 and you can take the money clip off. With my new Travelon Bag it has locks on all the zippers so I put it in a side pocket with a fold over and lock .  http://www.travelonbags.com/anti-theft/classic/anti-theft-messenger-bag

When you get old and a bit wobbly it pays to take precautions and Cairns is a high crime area.

Was your trip successful cuilidh?

Gert
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Post by: Emme on May 29, 2014, 08:03:37 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 05:06:00 am
My new RFID safe credit card thingy arrived today. Love it. Thanks  Emme. I am going to make it work for me and it also lightens my wallet and separates credit cards from loyality  cards and cash. Love the little sliders and the way it keeps the cards.

Gert
So glad you like it Gert, I am used to having the cards separated now and don't even think about looking in my purse for my CC.  It did take a little while to get used to it but am happy I did, as you say when you get old & wobbly it pays to be careful.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 29, 2014, 08:26:27 am
Thanks, Gert.  I will have to take a look at both of those sites.

We only had four days in Taiwan and the museum that invited us over had all of our time organised ... perhaps too organised!  Anyway, Taiwan was lovely and green and WET!  DH loved his time at the museum and came back with a couple of amazing books on the instruments in the collection ... violin maker's porn at its best!  The museum is not yet open to the public but it houses an amazing collection, not only of fine instruments and bows, but we also had a quick peek at armour, birds / animals and there are all sorts of other things which we did not have time to view.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 08:39:22 am
That is wonderful Marina. Were you able to touch some of the exhibits? It would be lovely to pass your hand over a beautiful instrument and play it a wee bit to just hear it and feel the vibes eh?

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 29, 2014, 09:01:14 am
So glad to hear you had a wonderful trip Marina.Returning to a mountain of work is a bit of a downer.I hope you get on top of it soon :-* :-*
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 29, 2014, 09:25:23 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 08:39:22 am
That is wonderful Marina. Were you able to touch some of the exhibits? It would be lovely to pass your hand over a beautiful instrument and play it a wee bit to just hear it and feel the vibes eh?

Gert
Yes, Gert, DH and his colleagues were given totally free access to the instruments.  It was a wonderful experience for them all ... even those who see way more fine instruments than we do were bowled over by the generosity of the curators.  I don't think they got to play them, too busy oggling them I think!

CC - I THINK I am getting on top of the mountain ... the problem is, more comes in each day than I have hours to deal with it.  I was at my desk for 14 hours yesterday and another 12 today, so perhaps I am making a bit of a dent.  Month end is always hectic, though, as I am sure all our other small business members will know, so I am not alone in my struggles to keep my head above the paperwork!  Not looking forward to end of financial year next year.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 29, 2014, 09:46:03 am
Hang in there Marina. I can imagine your DH loving the instruments.
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Post by: judydawn on May 29, 2014, 10:19:56 am
Unfortunately that's the downside of having holidays Marina, welcome home and I'm glad you both enjoyed the trip.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 29, 2014, 12:18:09 pm
You will get there Marina, we always do. Sounds like it was worth it.
Wallet sounds great Gert.
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Post by: Emme on May 30, 2014, 04:50:06 am
Re the card holder Gert, I have been trying to find the details of the scanners they are using to get CC details.  Have found this (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-30/electronic-pickpocketing-looms-as-next-credit-card-fraud-threat/5486806?google_editors_picks=true) on the news site today   I was told  some time ago technology was available to scan your card in your purse /wallet to get certain details of it.  
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Post by: gertbysea on May 30, 2014, 05:22:55 am
Good one Emme. I had heard of someone who thinks his card was scanned at an airport.  Would be pretty easy to do with the crowds. I guess scanning  the cards would not be such a big deal as stealing them  which is a pain in the butt but why not take precautions anyway I say.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on May 30, 2014, 05:30:12 am
You ladies are frightening me. I'm going to wrap mine in alfoil. :D :D :D :D I hardly ever use mine so the bank would get a shock if it was used., I hope.
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Post by: mcmich on May 30, 2014, 07:15:23 am
It is scary stuff alright. I may have to look into getting one of those wallets.
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Post by: Halex on May 30, 2014, 07:17:46 am
I bought one of the wallets for our 8'week o/s trip last year. Gave us peace of mind :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 30, 2014, 09:13:35 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 07:22:46 am
http://www.acmwallet.com.au

It is really very clever. Holds 6 and you can take the money clip off.

Did you buy the silver one or a coloured one Gert.  Why are the coloured ones cheaper, don't they protect the cards like the silver one?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 30, 2014, 09:26:21 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 30, 2014, 09:13:35 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on May 29, 2014, 07:22:46 am
http://www.acmwallet.com.au

It is really very clever. Holds 6 and you can take the money clip off.

Did you buy the silver one or a coloured one Gert.  Why are the coloured ones cheaper, don't they protect the cards like the silver one?

They are exactly the same except the finish. I bought the black one and have un clipped the money clip as I have no need for it.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on May 30, 2014, 10:32:28 am
Thanks Gert.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 30, 2014, 09:29:00 pm
I just ordered a silver one and a black one - one for myself and one for my sister.  Looking forward to seeing and comparing them.
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Post by: judydawn on May 31, 2014, 12:24:31 am
I will also be interested to know the difference in them Marina as I cannot understand why one finish is so much more expensive than the other.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 31, 2014, 01:07:19 am
Quote from: judydawn on May 31, 2014, 12:24:31 am
I will also be interested to know the difference in them Marina as I cannot understand why one finish is so much more expensive than the other.

It is all about the marketing Judy. The silver is more desirable perhaps. Mine is silver on the front with a Matt black different material on the back which may be better as it is not as slippery slidey and unlikely to shoot out of your pocket or handbag. I took the money clip off bu,t it would be useful for clipping the thing onto an inside pocket .

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 31, 2014, 01:24:18 am
I tend to think you are completely correct, Gert, but will let you know my thoughts when they get here.
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Post by: Girlpower247 on June 01, 2014, 02:02:41 am
Hi everyone, haven't posted on here for ages but was following this thread and unless Im understanding their website wrong, it's only the silver one that protects against RFID theft, guess that's why it's more exy....just wanted to add this link for you all, hope it's of help

 http://www.acmwallet.com.au/rfid
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2014, 09:20:04 am
Hi GirlPower, lovely to hear from you.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 01, 2014, 11:05:22 am
I bought another cookbook: The Blue Ducks. Cafe is just around the corner from where DD2 lives in Bronte. When I visited her just recently we had brekky there, and it was by the far the best bacon and eggs I have ever tasted in my life  :o Love the philosophy behind the cafe and the fact they have chooks and a vegie garden behind the cafe. Interesting reading.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2014, 11:39:40 am
Their cooking is obviously a good recommendation for their book. I will have to check it out CP.
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Post by: Girlpower247 on June 01, 2014, 11:43:26 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 01, 2014, 09:20:04 am
Hi GirlPower, lovely to hear from you.
Thanks cookie1...apologies for being AWOL regarding not posting for such a long time but life's circumstances threw me a couple of unexpected curve balls that rocked my little world for a time and I just wasn't up to contributing much of anything...BUT I did still check in here often so hope that kinda makes up for it....I may not post often (Im a bit of a fits and starts girl) but I just had to post the link that I just read today to maybe help clarify the wallets
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 02, 2014, 04:08:21 am
I checked this out this morning to make sure, and you are right GP, only the silver ones offer full RFID protection, the 'hybrid's only offer partial protection - to get any benefit with a hybrid you should have your credit card/s as close to the front (or top) as possible where there is some metallic covering.

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Post by: gertbysea on June 02, 2014, 06:26:17 am
I took it that the hybrids were RFID protective but had a rubberised coating on the silver or metal. When I phoned I was told it was the same protection just in a different case. In any case my handbag is RFID protective anyway.

Gert

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Post by: Cuilidh on June 02, 2014, 07:00:13 am
... it sounds a bit like it is the tax office ... you ring as often as you need to until you get the answer you want as everyone has a different interpretation of the facts!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 02, 2014, 08:03:29 am
I'd have to agree with that Marina. My brother works in the tax office in Canberra and he carries into every day life too.  ;D ;D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 02, 2014, 10:44:43 am
 :D :D :D
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Post by: Girlpower247 on June 02, 2014, 01:11:32 pm
@Cuilidh....their website description indicated the non RFID wallets were more to protect cards with magnetic strips also. I felt it would be fairly easy to think they all had the same protection, the FAQ section ~ right hand column, towards the bottom also notes only the silver case has the additional RFID protection in it.

They look like nice cases, will look forward to more feedback....gosh this shopping thread is addictive....I also love my Philips air fryer too, it gets used lots ....thanks ladies! :D
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Post by: achookwoman on June 02, 2014, 09:29:26 pm
Ordered one yesterday.  Rang company in Sydney.  Was told silver ones had the RFID protection.  $65 . Plus postage. Thanks to all for information.
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Post by: troupie on June 06, 2014, 10:49:43 am
I have just read another thread on saving money by cooking food from the pantry but I think this thread makes me want to spend money; just as well I don't have a credit card. Having said that, I do love this thread and all I learn about available products. Just bought myself a vacuum food sealer today because I saw it in the shop and it was the one I wanted.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 06, 2014, 11:58:48 am
Am starting to get excited about my upcoming holiday, and have purchased a Travel Pouch (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?action=post;topic=6682.12210;num_replies=12222). I think its high time I looked after my own passport and ticket instead of handing it over to my DH for safekeeping  :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 06, 2014, 12:23:02 pm
The link takes to back to this thread CP  :D   Yes, take responsibility for your own documents - it's nice to know exactly where they are and not rely on others. 
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Post by: cookie1 on June 06, 2014, 12:25:43 pm
Where are you off to this time CP? 
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Post by: JulieO on June 07, 2014, 12:03:04 am
Have just ordered a silver ACM card holder as we are going to Melbourne in a few weeks and I don't want to worry about that issue.  Will see what it's like and may order another one for DH :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2014, 12:27:03 am
Off to Barcelona, Croatia for the most part, and then Prague. A month in total Mid July - Aug. Think I need to buy more summer clothes
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Post by: judydawn on June 07, 2014, 12:28:21 am
It sounds like your dreams to travel have been answered CP - do you have relatives over there?
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Post by: gertbysea on June 07, 2014, 12:59:11 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2014, 12:27:03 am
Off to Barcelona, Croatia for the most part, and then Prague. A month in total Mid July - Aug. Think I need to buy more summer clothes

Of course you do CP!

Gert
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Post by: Emme on June 07, 2014, 01:18:13 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2014, 12:27:03 am
Off to Barcelona, Croatia for the most part, and then Prague. A month in total Mid July - Aug. Think I need to buy more summer clothes
Sounds fantastic CP and yes you will need more summer clothes  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on June 07, 2014, 02:18:50 am
That sounds great CP.  I'm chuffed just to be going to Melb for a few days!  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 07, 2014, 04:20:29 am
Theres relatives on my DH side in Croatia so we plan to go there every year as we have a family owned house there that is reserved for my DH family use.
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Post by: judydawn on June 07, 2014, 04:59:31 am
Nice CP, wish my family had one somewhere overseas. Have to settle for one down the coast a bit LOL.
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 07, 2014, 05:08:53 am
cp my dd is currently in Croatia and loving it she said she is definitely going back, lucky you from the photos I've seen it's a very beautiful place :)
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Post by: achookwoman on June 07, 2014, 08:15:51 am
CP,  sounds lovely.  you do need new clothes.  I like drip dry slacks and those pre wrinkled tops.  No ironing.
We have been told that we have to get written permission from family,  to leave Australia, after our disastrous trip to Turkey last year.  i am never going OS again. (  Tasmania isn"t OS.)  We will holiday in Australia.  Next Sunday we leave for a week on the Murray Princess,  a paddle steamer which travels down the Murray River.  Then to Coffin Bay for a few days. 

I have been using my ACM silver Wallet.  Easy to slip into my pocket and phone in other pocket. Also if i want to take a handbag, i can take a smaller one.  Nothing fancy, just more convenient .

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Post by: cookie1 on June 07, 2014, 08:20:49 am
That will be lovely CP. Accommodation is very expensive when you are away, so now you can save it.

Chookie I have seen the Murray Princess many times but never been on board. I'm sure you will love it. DH and I spent some time at Coffin Bay last time we were in SA. We loved it. Very restful.
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Post by: Emme on June 07, 2014, 08:27:52 am
Chookie, that trip sounds great.  Enjoy the break  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 07, 2014, 08:34:05 am
DD and I went shopping this morning. I have been looking at a new handbag for a while. I saw these two and couldn't decide between them, so I was really bad and bought both. They are quite similar, but different IYKWIM.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/07/dygygu9u.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/07/8equjasy.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 07, 2014, 09:17:09 am
It sounds great holidays to look forward to CP and Chookie. 8)

Great choice of handbags Cookie 8)
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Post by: obbie on June 07, 2014, 09:57:58 am
have fun CP
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Post by: JulieO on June 07, 2014, 10:31:17 am
I especially like the second bag Cookie.  :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 07, 2014, 11:17:13 am
Great bags cookie. Yep I would have bought both too. Just too hard to decide which is better.
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Post by: mcmich on June 07, 2014, 11:20:15 am
Lovely bags Cookie, I can see how torn you would have been.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 07, 2014, 11:52:36 am
Thanks all. JulieO the second one is slightly larger than the other. I thought it would be handy to take to Tassy. I can fit my iPad and ereader in easily.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on June 08, 2014, 04:19:33 am
Hi everyone, just back from shopping and picked up next weeks Aldi catalogue ,  very interesting RFID security aluminum wallets on special next Saturday, $9.99  I will be getting one at this price maybe even buy a couple as presents, .looks to be seven colours.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 08, 2014, 04:23:26 am
we should get a commission on the shopping thread.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on June 08, 2014, 04:54:17 am
Hi Robbie/Obbie, I hope you are feeling a little better today and a good nights sleep.
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Post by: obbie on June 08, 2014, 06:39:45 am
Brenda, I am feeling so much better, day 3.
another 4 or more days, and tests still.

got to find out the cause of what i have :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 08, 2014, 06:42:13 am
It was in this mornings paper here that Aldi will open its first shops in WA in 2016.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2014, 07:31:48 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 08, 2014, 06:42:13 am
It was in this mornings paper here that Aldi will open its first shops in WA in 2016.


BWAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on June 08, 2014, 09:13:53 am
when are they coming to Cairns
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 09, 2014, 01:06:24 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 08, 2014, 06:42:13 am
It was in this mornings paper here that Aldi will open its first shops in WA in 2016.

Yay!! 👍👍Where Cookie?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 04:01:33 am
The warehouse will be in Jandakot near the Spud shed. There will be shops at Southern River, near me,  ;D one opposite Carousel in the old Impressions building and one at Kwinana. Nice and close BZB.
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Post by: troupie on June 09, 2014, 06:07:00 am
Love the handbags Cookie1; mine is falling to bits with hardly any handle left so I suppose that is my next purchase too.
Love Coffin Bay Chookie so hope you have a lovely restfull time.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2014, 06:12:53 am
Chookie Coffin Bay oysters are my FAVOURITE!

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on June 09, 2014, 06:45:56 am
Love both bags Cookie. 
Thanks for the good wishes for our holiday.  It will be a real try out for Ral, to see how he copes.  Got to get him going ,  before Tassie in Oct/ nov. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 09, 2014, 09:17:23 am
Bought a new toaster.I got fed up with my old toaster setting off the smoke alarm :-)) .DD had bought one and I was very impressed with hers ;D
http://www.johnlewis.com/bosch-styline-2-slice-toaster/p231655078?colour=Cranberry
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Post by: Emme on June 09, 2014, 10:25:08 am
Very nice CC, love the colour  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on June 09, 2014, 11:04:33 am
It's gorgeous Denise.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2014, 11:06:01 am
Nice one CC.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 09, 2014, 12:11:48 pm
looks like a great toaster. I love evenly browned toast.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 12:17:10 pm
Gorgeous colour. We have a Bosch washing machine.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 09, 2014, 03:17:13 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 04:01:33 am
The warehouse will be in Jandakot near the Spud shed. There will be shops at Southern River, near me,  ;D one opposite Carousel in the old Impressions building and one at Kwinana. Nice and close BZB.

That's excellent news,Cookie!! 😄😃👍
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Post by: JulieO on June 09, 2014, 11:34:19 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 12:17:10 pm
Gorgeous colour. We have a Bosch washing machine.

We have a Bosch dishwasher.  ;D

Love the colour of the toaster too Cornish - looks rich.  :D
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Post by: Nikkit on June 09, 2014, 11:46:59 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 04:01:33 am
The warehouse will be in Jandakot near the Spud shed. There will be shops at Southern River, near me,  ;D one opposite Carousel in the old Impressions building and one at Kwinana. Nice and close BZB.

I heard on the news last night the warehouse will be 13 hectares! The kids were asking me how big is that, and I said 6 of our 5 acre blocks roughly! That is a big shed!!

I may just have to head your way once this is up and happening Cookie! It will give the other 2 supermarkets a bit of a shake-up!
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Post by: Bedlam on June 10, 2014, 12:24:22 am
Quote from: Nikkit on June 09, 2014, 11:46:59 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on June 09, 2014, 04:01:33 am
The warehouse will be in Jandakot near the Spud shed. There will be shops at Southern River, near me,  ;D one opposite Carousel in the old Impressions building and one at Kwinana. Nice and close BZB.

I heard on the news last night the warehouse will be 13 hectares! The kids were asking me how big is that, and I said 6 of our 5 acre blocks roughly! That is a big shed!!

I may just have to head your way once this is up and happening Cookie! It will give the other 2 supermarkets a bit of a shake-up!

A much needed shake up, seems they have all the suppliers shakin in their shoes doing any thing that is asked.
I will be visiting too Cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 10, 2014, 12:32:14 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/10/u7yga7uz.jpg)

Not good photo , sorry.
What I like about this book is that there is a separate list of the recipes and the associated calories.  These range from 1 to  548 calories.  So can select a calorie and recipe that will fit calories for the day. 
There is also a basic omelet recipe and interesting add ons.   All calorie counted. Example, 1 tablespoon crab meat and 1 tablespoon shaved Parmesan, 55 calories.
Recipes for non fast days are very generous serves,  so can be halved for fast days.
Cost, $25.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on June 10, 2014, 12:38:22 am
Does it inspire Chookie?
I have bought another and love the idea just keep shovelling the food in!(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/10/uze6e5a8.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on June 10, 2014, 12:59:06 am
Nice books girls.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 10, 2014, 12:59:24 am
Wow both those books are handy or the 5&2.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 10, 2014, 01:33:01 am
Nice books.
Wow Nikkit I didn't know their warehouse was going to be that big. The Southern River shop is going to be about 1-2 km from my place. We will have to have coffee at my place before or after ( or both) our visit to Aldi. All welcome.
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Post by: Nikkit on June 10, 2014, 07:26:52 am
You are on Cookie...we may need a coffee after we've shopped at aldi!

I bought up big for my puppy today. A collar, 3 new dog beds (well I couldn't just get one new one for him and leave the other 2 with old ones could I!?) more food than you can poke a stick at and toys galore.

The little bugger is costing me a fortune before I even get him home...which is Saturday. can't wait  ;D

I will post a pic then.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 10, 2014, 11:14:10 am
Judy, you need one of these to move furniture.  Very cheap but very handy.  I move furniture around all the time easily on my own with it.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/10/a6e6amab.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/10/9y8a3ebe.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on June 10, 2014, 11:28:06 am
I have something similar which the kids gave me Denise but it was after I decided my heavy lifting days were over LOL.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 10, 2014, 11:31:26 am
I have moved whole rooms around( and been told off) with the help of it. Love it.
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Post by: courton on June 10, 2014, 01:00:33 pm
Where did you buy this Bedlam?
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Post by: goldfish on June 10, 2014, 09:18:08 pm
Courton, you could try here . . . I have these, too! :D

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Hercules-Furniture-Lifter-Mover-Sliders-Easy-Move-/261043711545
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Post by: courton on June 10, 2014, 09:46:07 pm
Wow! Thanks so much Goldfish! You are a treasure!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on June 11, 2014, 12:51:28 am
That is soooo cool, Denise and GF! Does it work on wooden floor, I wonder. How about moving the piano around? 😁
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Post by: Bedlam on June 11, 2014, 12:58:23 am
This is my second one which I believe is a red dot rip off.  Cost $10, red dot. It is strong its only downfall is a shorter handle.  The original was from Big W, no longer avail there though,  it came with 8 slidey things and the handle came in 2 pieces.  It was through K-tel or something similar.  Wonderful for a sneaky change around when everyone is out!
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 11, 2014, 02:28:39 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on June 11, 2014, 12:51:28 am
That is soooo cool, Denise and GF! Does it work on wooden floor, I wonder. How about moving the piano around? 😁
I would be getting piano movers to do that for you BZB - otherwise you will need to get a piano tuner in after you move it!!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2014, 05:13:27 am
I'm not a furniture mover at all. Quite happy with things where they are.  It takes a while to get it right but then I leave it.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 12, 2014, 07:52:13 am
What I wouldn't give for an Aldi. They are having an Americana food sale this week.

Gert
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 14, 2014, 05:29:12 am
wish aldi was coming NOR perfect spot in joondalup where bunnings was :D
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Post by: JulieO on June 14, 2014, 06:23:24 am
I ordered these this morning after reading such good reviews, both as a walking pant and for casual.   

http://au.icebreaker.com/en/womens-pants-leggings/villa-pants/100386001L.html?prefn1=activity&start=1&cgid=womens-pants-leggings&prefv1=Outdoor%20%26%20Hiking#BVRRWidgetID

I also bordered a pair of these undies too, am interested to see if they are worth it.  ;D

http://au.icebreaker.com/en/womens-underwear/siren-hipkini-fern/101138.html
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Post by: Bootobethin on June 14, 2014, 06:57:51 am
They look great.
Wish I could wear wool next to my skin. I just itch.
Oh well!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 14, 2014, 07:09:50 am
The trousers look lovely for travelling.

Suzanne, if you ever need an Aldi special, just ask and I will meet your halfway and transfer it to you.  :D
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Post by: obbie on June 14, 2014, 08:01:01 am
went to kmart on the way home, then groceries..
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 14, 2014, 08:09:54 am
ha ha thanks cookie we could be aldi dealers.
I would definitely go once just to say I've been but I would have to pack a cut lunch and a water bottle and do the trip during school holidays :D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on June 14, 2014, 10:15:33 am
Obbie,  I hope you are resting , laying in hospital  you feel ok but you could soon tire yourself.  Take care, Auntie Brenda.... :D ;D
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on June 15, 2014, 12:29:37 pm
New glasses! Sunglasses and everyday ones. Can't wait for them to arrive.
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Post by: Bonsai on June 15, 2014, 01:35:24 pm
Going to Melbourne for a really quick visit (2 days) next week. If I have a spare hour is it worth visiting an aldi store? I'm staying in Alfred Park so near to Prahran/St Kilda??
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Post by: courton on June 15, 2014, 01:37:33 pm
Suggest you go online and see ALdi specials for the week you are in Melbourne. For us, it is snow gear and children's clothing next week.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 16, 2014, 01:00:36 pm
I'm happy as my replacement pressure cooker arrived today. My previous one overbalanced and fell off the stovetop and the long handle attached to the pot broke. Scanpan have sent me a completely new pressure cooker. It's the new model and doesn't have the long handle. I can't wait to test it out :)
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Post by: droverjess on June 16, 2014, 10:25:09 pm
Just ordered a cordless hedge trimmer as DH never has time and everything is GROWING so fast and it takes too long with hand shears.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 16, 2014, 11:32:25 pm
I am for anything that makes life easy. We spend far to many hours doing chores . We have to take time to just enjoy what we have  and if you can trim  that hedge in minutes  go girl.  I actually ripped my hedge out because it  took too much  time out of my life maintaining  it . I would rather read a book.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 17, 2014, 12:44:19 am
I agree with you Gert, if there's a machine out there that can do the job - buy it.
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Post by: obbie on June 17, 2014, 04:53:00 am
Aunty Brenda, I am out, and home. well actually back at work resting. just playing on the computer.. :)
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Post by: Katj on June 17, 2014, 04:56:16 am
Bonsai, I personally would'nt make a special trip to an Aldi store. When I go to Melbourne to visit DS & family I had the opportunity to go. My son does'nt like Aldi, DIL only goes for some specials occasionally. They have a limited range and don't always carry the same range as the time before. I could never get all I want for a weeks shopping in that store, so to me it's not worth it. :-\
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on June 17, 2014, 05:37:10 am
Good to hear Robbie Obbie, take care .  I hope you have nice weather up there it is cold down here can't wait to get away  5 more sleeps. Yah.   :D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 17, 2014, 05:48:18 am
When we travel we find Aldi fine for fresh food. There specials are sometimes worth checking, but most of their other food is from all over the world. Some places I wouldn't like to eat food from.
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Post by: mab19 on June 17, 2014, 06:16:24 am
There is a new kitchenware store opened up in town and I went in for the first time today, oh my goodness what a place, I could spend a fortune in there. 

I kept a tight hold on the purse but did buy a book on bread and ordered another one.  Also put my name on the mailing list for their cooking demonstrations.


We also have an Aldi store in our town but I rarely go in there unless I've seen something in their catalogue that interests me.

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Post by: Wonder on June 17, 2014, 06:18:16 am
I wouldn't go out of my way to shop at Aldi unless they had a special item I really wanted. Saying that I've recently swapped over to doing most of my shopping there, and find I'm spending much less than I used to. The prices are generally much cheaper than Coles or Woolies but I can't do all of my shopping there and find some of their own brand products aren't very nice. I'm finding their fruit and veggies and meat are good quality and cheaper, although I don't like all the packaging. Their product range seems to have increased significantly from a few years ago and I'll stick with getting as much as I can there and just picking up the additional few items each week at Woolworths when I pick DD up from work.
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Post by: droverjess on June 17, 2014, 07:52:03 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 16, 2014, 11:32:25 pm
I am for anything that makes life easy. We spend far to many hours doing chores . We have to take time to just enjoy what we have  and if you can trim  that hedge in minutes  go girl.  I actually ripped my hedge out because it  took too much  time out of my life maintaining  it . I would rather read a book.

Gert

What a laugh this gave me this morning! You'd hate this garden, so many hedges! But so many birds too!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 17, 2014, 08:33:53 am
I am lucky DJ that my house backs on to a rainforest and in the front are two date treat that the cockatoos love. Noisy buggers.
Lovely to have the birds and bees around .

Yes. I would not like to maintain a garden like yours. I am sure it is beautiful

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 17, 2014, 10:11:13 am
I noticed today that Woollies have 3 x Womans Weekley hardcover books going for $15 each, a saving of $25 each. "Farm House cooking" (I got this one today), the pressure cooking one (I've got this one already, and its brilliant), and also a slow cooking one (I don't have a slow cooker). I've gone mad buying cookbooks the past couple of months I really don't know what has triggered this compulsion. I must stop...sometime soon
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Post by: mcmich on June 17, 2014, 10:40:57 am
In my quest for SOD (simplify, organise, declutter) I want to go to my natural hair colour (which is grey). It was going to cost me $170 to "transition" I don't think so  :-X

My middle step daughter has a gift for hair and beauty and we bought a home colour kit and she worked magic for $15.99.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 17, 2014, 10:55:50 am
You're lucky to have a lovely step-daughter like that Michele.  Big difference in price  ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 17, 2014, 11:08:36 am
amazing what you can buy and do at home to save $$$$$

 I bought a waxing kit a couple of weeks ago for $150, will last me 18 months, to use the wax up..  saves serious $$$
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Post by: cookie1 on June 17, 2014, 11:51:29 am
I don't think I could ever use a home waxing kit. I'd never pull it off. At least if someone does it for you, you don't actually know exactly when they will do it. Also you don't yell as you don't want to be a woose. Having said that I only have my eyebrows done.
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Post by: judydawn on June 17, 2014, 12:06:59 pm
I won't tell you what I said the first time I had my legs professionally waxed Cookie  :-))  I think I would have preferred to know it was coming.  I was gritted my teeth after the first strip.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 17, 2014, 09:16:14 pm
I am all for paying someone else to do my waxing ... how do you get on with the backs of your legs - I would end up with a hairy stripe up both of my legs if I did it myself!

I finally got my ACM RFID wallets sorted out ... (going back to the discussions at the beginning of this month).  I got a silver one for myself which I had to return as one of the card slots was not working properly and my replacement wallet arrived yesterday, no questions asked (you don't get this sort of service when dealing with an overseas company).  I also got a hybrid wallet for my sister.  I think it will take a bit of getting used to, having my cards in a separate place, but it is also reassuring that, if I lost my wallet I would still have my cards ... however, if I lost my ACM wallet I would still have my normal wallet, but lose my cards ... bit of a Catch 22 I think!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 17, 2014, 09:33:17 pm
It took me about a eek to get used to the separation Marina but now I am liking it. Also less bulk in the wallet.

It was easy choosing which six cards to use. Amazing how many plastic cards we have there days.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on June 17, 2014, 11:33:49 pm
It took me about 2 weeks to get used to it Cuilidh, I like having them separate now. 
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Post by: obbie on June 18, 2014, 05:36:09 am
bought the kids some clothes today, and DD a curling iron for her hair.
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Post by: Bonsai on June 21, 2014, 09:04:28 am
Trying to shop but no luck!  I have been looking for a small rectangular glass or Pyrex or stoneware/ceramic dish with a lid which would be big enough for lasagne for two (or similar size of meal). Circular and oval ones by the dozen but nothing that suits square food like pasta sheets.  No such item seems to exist! There are plenty without lids, or with plastic lids, but I want something which can go in an oven or stovetop with the lid. Le Crueset used to have them but not any more. I can't imagine I'm the only person in the world who would like a dish like this.....
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 21, 2014, 09:14:53 am
Bonsai, I was shopping in an outlet shopping mall today and they had a shop that had pyrex and corningware in it - I am sure they had something there like you are looking for.  Unfortunately, it is a little too far away for me to go back to check, but maybe google the two manufacturers and see what they have.

In the interim, I purchased a new quilt cover and a dressing gown.  Not like me to be buying so much, but lots of our things are getting old and shabby now so I am forcing myself to start slowly replacing them ... it's hard for me because I really do hate shopping, it just seems like a modern form of torture!
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Post by: Bonsai on June 21, 2014, 09:17:38 am
Thanks Cuilidh, I'll have a look
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Post by: Halex on June 21, 2014, 12:28:29 pm
Bonsai, I bought what your after last year in Myer, same reason meals for 1-2. Mine our Le Creuset. I am going to Myer at GC tomorrow I will look & let you know.

I bought a beautiful Italian Cook Book fro Wordery,  Simply Italian, Cooking at home with The Chiappa sisters. Its fantastic.

Wordery is cheaper than other online stores.

wordery.com  5% discount until30th June, codeword  14LEWIS

  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2014, 12:44:13 pm
I bought a new nightie at Myer this morning. There is very little left of my current winter one. I honestly don't think it will last to Hobart. So I invested. I also bought 3 glass containers for DD's T2 stuff to go in. If she likes them I will get some more. $10 for 3 at House this morning.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 21, 2014, 01:18:44 pm
What about your jammies cookie? Will I post that pic?

Gert
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Post by: obbie on June 21, 2014, 11:17:09 pm
Bonsai, I bought glass dishes for the oven 2 wees ago from POK, in sets.
goes in oven, microwave,  dishwasher, frezzer. :)
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Post by: Bonsai on June 22, 2014, 02:45:55 am
Thanks Obbie I'll have to have another look at POK as I didn't think they had any with glass lids
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Post by: obbie on June 22, 2014, 05:24:18 am
i got 3round ones, one with lid, 3 square ones, and small ones, I got 3 sets.
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Post by: Halex on June 22, 2014, 07:30:12 am
Bonsai, Djs at GC have what your after. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2014, 09:58:58 am
I love those py's Gert. It needs to be pretty cool to wear them. I haven't got to that stage this winter, although it may be here this week.
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Post by: fundj&e on June 26, 2014, 12:46:50 pm
I HATE SHOPPING  >:(
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Post by: jeninwa on June 26, 2014, 01:05:04 pm
I bought a new dishwasher that was delivered today, a F & P 2 drawer. Just have to wait for DH to install it for me, I can't as it needs attaching to the side walls. Free delivery and they took the packaging and old dishwasher away.
Next on the list is a new washing machine, I'm looking at a washer dryer combo, does anyone have one?
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2014, 02:37:30 pm
That's a strong statement Uni.

Jeninwa my brother has one of those F & P dishwashers. He loves it. I didn't know you could get a washer dryer combo. I must be old fashioned. I very rarely use my dryer anyway.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 26, 2014, 02:39:39 pm
Lovely Jen, you must let us know what you think. I have been contemplating one of them ( dish drawers).
Not really shopping but it cost, I had my oven cleaned and broken hinges replaced today, it looks fantastic.  Got caught out though, I was trying to catch up on the great British bake off I had recorded , a relaxing morning I thought in my nighty. Glanced out the window and saw the oven clean man driving in.  Hate that, anyone coming and me not dressed! I had completely forgotten all about it.

So happy with the result though.
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2014, 02:42:40 pm
I've been caught a few times Denise, easy to slip something on in summer but not so easy in winter LOL
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Post by: Bonsai on June 26, 2014, 03:09:19 pm
I have used a washer dryer combo (a washing machine that also dries clothes) in a holiday house once and found it very slow and not particularly effective. I'm sure Choice or similar consumer resources would have reviews.
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Post by: consumerate on June 26, 2014, 04:25:53 pm
My experience with washer dryer combo is that the washer is fine but the drier fairly useless because it is so slow and usually takes less weight than the washer.  They also aren't very efficient.

If drier is a feature you really need I highly recommend getting a condenser heat pump drier. They put out no condensation and are very energy efficient. Big upfront cost though.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 26, 2014, 08:41:34 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on June 26, 2014, 12:46:50 pm
I HATE SHOPPING  >:(
Me too, Uni.  Did something go badly awry for you?
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Post by: stacelee on June 27, 2014, 12:56:19 am
Jen, I have one of the F&P dish drawers....I love it although it hasn't stood up too well to teenagers...they managed to break the handle on the bottom dishwasher and it's only 18 months old....the actual operation has been fine and its handy to be able to just put on one drawer....although I seem to still be the only one able to put it on!

Has anyone had any experience with the Tefal Optigrill Smart Grill.  My Delonghi grill has finally committed suicide (although DH is trying to repair it) and Myer have them on sale for $149.  They are a "clever" grill that has automatic programs for fish, chicken, steak etc....I've been really happy with the Cook4Me so I'm tempted to stick with Tefal.
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2014, 02:46:24 am
my darling DH decided to buy a new huge TV, for the wall.

Must admit I am happy :D
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Post by: Emme on June 28, 2014, 02:58:55 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 26, 2014, 08:41:34 pm
Quote from: fundj&e on June 26, 2014, 12:46:50 pm
I HATE SHOPPING  >:(
Me too, Uni.  Did something go badly awry for you?
Me too, put buying things off for as long as I can.   ;D

Obbie, sounds good although I seldom watch any TV these days.  ;D
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2014, 06:13:58 am
we have Foxtel, so its Lifestyle food, and Max, smooth for music.

just to have something on in the background..
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Post by: mcmich on June 28, 2014, 07:56:02 am
Quote from: obbie on June 28, 2014, 02:46:24 am
my darling DH decided to buy a new huge TV, for the wall.

Must admit I am happy :D

Obbie, I like to have some background noise when I'm cooking too.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 28, 2014, 11:48:56 am
If I am the only one home I always have the radio on, even when DH is working outside.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on June 28, 2014, 11:54:30 am
I love silence!
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on June 28, 2014, 11:56:47 am
I bought up today new black guess skinny jeans 30% off at myer. I've been wanting some for a while. A new dress for DD, new jeans for DS. New pants and shirt for DH. Then we had lunch at perottas. Just me and the kids. Also bought some clothes on buyinvite the other day.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 29, 2014, 12:29:50 am
Sounds like a lovely day inaid, i hate buying clothes ( wrong shape!) always nice to find what you like.
Huge spend up yesterday. 2 Airfryers for gifts ( my DS and his GF both 25 soon,and a nieces wedding) and gifts for our ex FC twins as they are 3 on Friday.  We found the prettiest mermaid dress up.  I will post a photo when everyone gets up, my ipad is in with DH who is asleep. My DH  went shopping when i was out and bought me a new Ipad.  This one is a first generation ipad, often some of the letters dont print when typing and it hasnt the capabilities for some apps( like the ew AF app.  I mentioned this to him the day before so he bought me a new one. I feel spoilt.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/30/by6a7e7e.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/30/7a8yhajy.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on June 29, 2014, 01:08:16 am
Sounds like a great day Inaid, I am like Bedlam hate buying clothes.  Years ago there were shop assistants who helped you when you were in the change room tryng on clothes. They would bring in a different size/colour etc for you to try and really wanted you to buy something,.  These days you get undressed, try on, if it does not suit, get dressed, get something else, get undressed, try on  - forget it.

That was so nice of DH Bedlam,   :)

Always have the radio on  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2014, 07:50:57 am
What a lovely DH Denise.
I know what you mean with no help when clothes shopping. That is why I don't clothes shop unless DD is with me. She is a very good go getter. I don't really seem to buy many clothes. Just new jeans and t shirts when the others wear out.
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Post by: Halex on June 29, 2014, 09:20:11 am
Thanks to JeninWa I have just ordered some balti serving dishes, have been looking for hem for ages. Cant wait for them to arrive :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 29, 2014, 09:28:12 am
I ordered a few things from Lakeland last night. :-)) I did qualify for free shipping :D :D
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Post by: Yvette on June 29, 2014, 09:32:03 am
I bought another air fryer. I have the Phillips XL thought I would try a cheap one so I got the rank arena for $80.
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Post by: Emme on June 29, 2014, 09:34:01 am
CC, just had a look at Lakeland and I definitely think it is a store I could quite happily get lost in  :D :D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 29, 2014, 09:39:22 am
It's a very dangerous shop Marie .You would certainly come out spending a lot of $ :D :D :D They also have wonderful customer care and their staff are very friendly.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 29, 2014, 09:42:18 pm
When we lived in Scotland Lakeland was one of my favourite stores - it was quite a bit smaller in those days than it is now, but I still use some of the products I bought from them.  Hope the quality is still as good today as it was way back then.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 30, 2014, 01:09:34 pm
Probably when you shopped at Lakeland it was called Lakeland Plastics Marina. ;D They certainly gave expanded the business over the years although there isn't a shop close to where I live so that's why I normally order online.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 30, 2014, 09:23:35 pm
That's right, CC, it was Lakeland Plastics back then.  I must have a look around their web site to see what they have got now.  I remember they always included a mint sweetie in their parcels!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2014, 02:02:36 am
How nice of them. When I was very young, ( read very early 50's), Mum and Dad used to have their grocery order delivered from a tiny store in a railway siding called Arrino. It barely exists now. They used to ring during the week for the order, then it was brought out on Friday afternoons. Every week the owner used to put a treat in for us kids. Some weeks it was a small bottle of cool drink, ( we never had it), other weeks it was 3 umbrella lollies or 3 musk sticks. We loved it.
It is nice to know a large place like Lakeland used to do it too.
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Post by: Nikkit on July 01, 2014, 04:09:06 am
Cookie, that reminds me of the place where used to get our mail. Bulyee. It used to be a railway siding, but that went in the 60's I think (before my time  ;D ) but the wheat bins, hall and tennis courts are still there.
Anyway the post mistress used to have this huge tin of jelly beans. Mum would get our mail and it would take us kids ages to pick which colours we wanted. We were only allowed 2 jelly beans each, and oh, the decisions! It was one black one every time for me (still love 'em!).

I went for a drive and shopped in Bunbury yesterday - picked up a pig (all dead and chopped up  ;D )  and came home via Harvey where I bought a gorgeous jacket for winter and then on to Pinjarra where I got a 40th b'day pressie for a friend.
Only did about 500kms!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2014, 05:43:13 am
A lovely drive Nikkit and look at all the things you came home with.
I mentioned the other night that we had popped down to Busselton the other day- the reply was that you don't 'pop' down to Busselton.
( it is about 60km further than Bunbury)
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Post by: troupie on July 01, 2014, 05:51:15 am
We still say 'pop' down Cookie; I think after living in Broome and shopping in Derby Busselton seems so close; just as well as our daughter has moved there.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2014, 06:25:07 am
Just a short trip Nikkit.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 01, 2014, 06:58:48 am
Quote from: troupie on July 01, 2014, 05:51:15 am
We still say 'pop' down Cookie; I think after living in Broome and shopping in Derby Busselton seems so close; just as well as our daughter has moved there.


We did that when we lived in Broome troupie. Rusty's in Derby was the best place to shop. It is still there but is a Woolworths now. Same clientele too.
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Post by: obbie on July 01, 2014, 07:37:38 am
we just pop down to cairns, 87 kms,,,
 ;D
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Post by: Bedlam on July 01, 2014, 09:54:01 am
That's the sort of "popping" we do too. Margaret River a couple of Saturdays ago or badgingarra a few days before. Nature of our business and lovely when the weather is good.
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Post by: judydawn on July 01, 2014, 10:11:26 am
I just pop around to Mum's, a 5 minute walk.  I never pop anywhere further than that  :D  It's different in country towns though.
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Post by: djinni373 on July 01, 2014, 10:19:43 am
Did a bit of shopping last weekend (the big one on the left)... Doing a test run to the The NSW South Coast on the weekend to figure out all the bits and pieces. It comes with a stack of manuals about 30 cm high  :o :o :o Should be interesting  :D



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Post by: mcmich on July 01, 2014, 10:26:03 am
Niicce, really niicce.
I'm in envy mode - enjoy your run to the south coast.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 01, 2014, 10:28:28 am
I would like to pop down and go with ya! Looks like fun.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 01, 2014, 10:31:42 am
Really nice van, you'll be able to pop here, pop there, and pop everywhere
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Post by: Jamberie on July 01, 2014, 10:43:34 am
Oooh! I love the van! Congratulations! What an exciting purchase!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 01, 2014, 10:46:30 am
Great buy Gayle. 8) Just think of all the fun you will have visiting your beautiful country ;D
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Post by: goldfish on July 01, 2014, 10:50:04 am
Love it, Gayle!!! :)
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Post by: judydawn on July 01, 2014, 11:18:31 am
Wow Gayle, I could live in that  :o  Bet you have a lot of fun with your new toy.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on July 01, 2014, 12:56:32 pm
Wow Gayle. That looks so luxurious. I wish we had something that glam when we drove across the Nullabor. Can't wait to hear about your first trip - where are you planning on going?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 01, 2014, 02:20:20 pm
Maybe next forum fest can be a camping holiday?
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Post by: Bedlam on July 01, 2014, 03:55:12 pm
Just a little shopping. We traveled around NZ in one of them. I am green.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 01, 2014, 09:08:49 pm
Now, that's what I call shopping!  What an investment in fabulous future camping holidays.  Enjoy it and your adventures on the road.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 01, 2014, 09:22:14 pm
Gayle,  that looks so good.  Have fun and let us know know you go. 

Bit of a contrast to the shopping I did in the local charity shop in Menindie.   I bought 2 cake tins that will fit the AF, 3 cook books, 1 small white jug, 1 large grapefruit.  All for $10.   Money goes to local hospital.   
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Post by: JulieO on July 01, 2014, 09:33:33 pm
Good buys Chookie.  Love the van Djinni, I bet it's lovely inside.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 02, 2014, 12:52:10 am
Great buys Chookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2014, 02:26:17 am
Gayle I love it. Yes CP we can have a camping holiday. At the moment we have our normal van, the teardrop, a cub camper, and a tent to go on a trailer. DH is working out which we will use for our trip to Oonadatta next year.  ;) :D
Gayle as you travel we can meet up with you. Are you going to trail a small car behind you?

Chookie, totally opposite type of shopping but equally as useful.
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2014, 04:06:07 am
love it Gayle
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Post by: Emme on July 02, 2014, 09:57:58 am
The van is lovely Djinni, I am sure it won't take long to get used to everything.  You will have to do more shopping to stock the cupboards now  ;) :D

Chookie, great shopping. 
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Post by: mcmich on July 02, 2014, 10:50:48 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 01, 2014, 09:22:14 pm
Gayle,  that looks so good.  Have fun and let us know know you go. 

Bit of a contrast to the shopping I did in the local charity shop in Menindie.   I bought 2 cake tins that will fit the AF, 3 cook books, 1 small white jug, 1 large grapefruit.  All for $10.   Money goes to local hospital.   

Love Op Shop buying  ;D So many good bargains - you did well Chookie.  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on July 02, 2014, 12:02:34 pm
Yes Gayle, you will have to travel Aus visiting us all!
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Post by: jo_nz on July 02, 2014, 11:45:35 pm
Been gift shopping today - stationery for 2 birthdays coming up which I will make personalised pencil cases to go with. Plus saw a great sale on a scooter DS would like, so have officially started my Xmas shopping!
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Post by: judydawn on July 03, 2014, 01:06:03 am
Not a silly idea Jo, the first half of the year just flew by.
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Post by: JulieO on July 03, 2014, 01:23:46 am
A black dress I ordered a few weeks ago ended up being not available so have ordered this one in place of.  Should be here early next week.  :)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/Blackdress_zps1f9a7040.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/Blackdress_zps1f9a7040.jpg.html)
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Post by: thermo18 on July 03, 2014, 01:31:59 am
Just love the dress JulieO
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Post by: Katj on July 03, 2014, 01:34:30 am
Julie, that is one beautiful dress! All those folds and tucks could/should hide a lot of bumps. Enjoy wearing your dress when it arrives.
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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2014, 02:07:34 am
Beautiful dress Julie.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on July 03, 2014, 03:44:04 am
Yes, a lovely dress - I can picture you in it now that we've met Julie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 03, 2014, 08:31:05 am
Great dress Julie 8)
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Post by: Emme on July 03, 2014, 08:55:39 am
A beautiful dress Julie  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2014, 12:38:07 pm
Julie the dress is very simple and beautiful.
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Post by: djinni373 on July 03, 2014, 01:24:44 pm
Wow Julie O.  Gorgeous dress.

Thanks girls. We are thrilled with the motorised caravan  ??? as the insurance company calls it. It is 7 years old and not as luxe as the newer models. Will post a few pics when I have set it up. We don't have any long trips planned yet just some NSW trips to get the hang of it all and to write some stuff for work as well.

Quote from: cookie1 on July 02, 2014, 02:26:17 am
Gayle as you travel we can meet up with you. Are you going to trail a small car behind you?

Oohh that sounds like fun cookie. Would love to catch up with you :) At this stage we are not planning to "tow a toad" although we will tow a trailer with DH's corvette to some of his race days.

Quote from: Bedlam on July 02, 2014, 12:02:34 pm
Yes Gayle, you will have to travel Aus visiting us all!

lol Denise. That sounds fun. DH is already worried. ;D

Quote from: Emme on July 02, 2014, 09:57:58 am
You will have to do more shopping to stock the cupboards now  ;) :D

Trying not to spend any more money for a while but bought this today


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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2014, 07:28:39 pm
Great buy, you will definitely need a dreampot when you are on the road.  :D
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Post by: JulieO on July 03, 2014, 10:44:26 pm
Thanks girls  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 04, 2014, 01:49:03 am
A good buy. We love the Dream Pot fruit cake and chocolate cake.
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Post by: mab19 on July 05, 2014, 07:51:53 am
Great shopping everyone.

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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2014, 04:10:57 am
I couldn't help myself yesterday. T2 had their last day of 18% off and you also got a free tea with your purchase. DD bought one and I bought one. The orange teas are the freebies. I'm going to try making a fruit loaf by soaking the fruit in the Banan Bake tea overnight and see if it has a banana flavour.

                        (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/06/yra3u9yd.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on July 06, 2014, 06:00:43 am
Lovely Cookie, let us know how the fruit loaf turns out.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:05:58 am
On the counter they had in my shop a ginger , lavender and lemon tea mix. Delicious.

When they have a sale it is a food  one. I was thinking about a gift card with Tea 2 for Tassie. Anyone else thinking of their gift cards?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:08:09 am
This came up on my ads. POK . Would this be one of the silliest things .http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Regency-Lemon-Stretch-Wraps.aspx

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:09:03 am
BTW I miss Maddy!

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on July 06, 2014, 06:12:16 am
Maddy's been AWOL and MIA for quite a while now. JD seemed to think she was concentrating on her candles for now.. . . I hope that's what it is.  Be very glad to see her back . . . . :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2014, 06:14:13 am
I think we all miss Maddy's creations and her pink things.

Gert I was thinking that a gift card would be great for Tassy. Hopefully would suit everyone and it isn't big to carry. Does anyone else have any thoughts?  It is creeping up on us.  ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on July 06, 2014, 06:19:58 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:08:09 am
This came up on my ads. POK . Would this be one of the silliest things .http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Regency-Lemon-Stretch-Wraps.aspx

Gert

 :-))

Missing Maddy too.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:45:51 am
Oops cookie I thought that had been decide we would have a lucky dip of gift cards . Whatever.

Still no one has mentioned  wot 2 do either .

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2014, 06:52:48 am
And I wonder how Mandy is going with her job, caravan and kids?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2014, 07:49:11 am
I'm not sure either Gert. As long as we know before we leave home.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 06, 2014, 08:13:45 am
I was only thinking of the gift card suggestion for Tassie the other day Gert, perhaps you should mention it on the other thread to remind everyone we are doing a raffle this year and not a gift for every single one of us.
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Post by: Emme on July 06, 2014, 10:26:48 am
Missing Maddie too, hope things are okay with Dede as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2014, 12:35:01 pm
I peeked on dede's Facebook the other day. Her caravan is coming on.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on July 07, 2014, 05:05:34 am
Sitting in Katherine NT , waiting for four new tyres to be fitted, we have had three punctures in the ones we bought last year obviously not handling the weight of the camper and the ruff roads.
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Post by: jo_nz on July 07, 2014, 05:13:48 am
Bought a new dinner set today - well three sets of 4 dinner plate, side plate and bowl. It is an el cheapo set, but fit my criteria better than any others I found - bowls that will stack well on shelf and in dishwasher, liked the size/shapes, and no mugs/cups in the set as I have a million already.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/numupetu.jpg)

DS had a shopping day too - there was a Lego sale on so he suddenly had enough to by the police station set he has been saving for :D it has been a very quiet afternoon here with him building!
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Post by: gertbysea on July 07, 2014, 06:22:28 am
Bugger Brenda.

Nice. Jo.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2014, 07:54:45 am
Brenda have you been down to the Katherine hot springs for a swim?
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Post by: Jamberie on July 07, 2014, 08:02:31 am
Oh dear Brenda!
Nice dinner set Jo. I like your criteria,  we too have a million cups!

We just had a big buy up at ikea! The closest one is 3hrs from home so I have to make the most of each trip :D
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Post by: mcmich on July 07, 2014, 08:53:50 am
Hope you are up and running again soon Brenda.
Nice dinner set Jo.
What did you get Jamberie?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 07, 2014, 09:06:45 am
Oh no Brenda.I hope you are back in the road soon. :-*

Great dinner set Jo 8)

What did you buy Jamberie.  ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on July 07, 2014, 09:12:50 am
More like what didn't I get :D
I think my favourites are a chest of drawers for shoes and a swing for DDs bedroom :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 07, 2014, 09:13:55 am
Quote from: Jamberie on July 07, 2014, 09:12:50 am
More like what didn't I get :D
I think my favourites are a chest of drawers for shoes and a swing for DDs bedroom :)
Ah! So the car was full of stuff then ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on July 07, 2014, 09:29:53 am
Yes indeed! There was some jigsaw puzzle type manouvres but we managed ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2014, 01:43:28 pm
Jo I like the crockery. Very attractive.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 08, 2014, 12:03:56 pm
Love your dinner set  Jo.  Just unlucky AB, hope you are on your way again now.  Fun Jam, I love all the little bit at ikea, serviettes, plastic bags etc etc.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on July 09, 2014, 03:42:36 am
No didn't get to the hot springs in Katherine, we are now in Kununurra , going on a flight over the Bungle Bungles tomorrow. Having a great time .
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Post by: cookie1 on July 09, 2014, 06:48:56 am
AB don't forget to go out to Ivanhoe Crossing. On the road out there you can often buy fresh food at a couple of places. The mango smoothie place out that way is great too, if it is still open. Some things don't stay open for many years out there.
Behind the Hidden Valley caravan park there is a couple of great walks through some mini bungles. I think it is called Mirima Park. It can be accessed from the main road.
Did you call in to Lake Argyle? 
Your trip sounds wonderful. Are you coming as far down as Perth?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on July 09, 2014, 08:03:19 am
No Cookie Perth isn't on our itinery this trip going to head back through the centre go WA.  Walked through the Southern Lost City  nth  of Lorella Springs that was impressive flew over the lost city at Cape Crawford,  might have to have a Mango smoothie if that is still there heading up to Wyndham maybe El Questro tomorrow no set plans just where the road leads us. Having the best holiday.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 09, 2014, 08:07:13 am
That sounds lovely Aussie Brenda. Enjoy every minute of it. If you go to El Questro try and swim at Zebedee Springs. They are a hot springs and the higher you climb the hotter the water gets. I'm not sure if you can still get there though.
Wyndham is an interesting town. Try and get up to the Five Rivers Lookout too if you can. That is in Wyndham.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on July 11, 2014, 03:01:19 am
I bought this at the upmarket a couple of weeks ago.  It is for cleaning drink bottles but I thought it would be good for around the blade etc.  I like the fact that it hangs on my tap and have found it very useful. Made by oxo.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/11/e8emu2y6.jpg)
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Post by: troupie on July 11, 2014, 04:29:38 am
Making me have wishful thinking and remembering Cookie; we have been on those walks from the Hidden Valley Park. Loved Kununurra.

I haven't been shopping but did receive a belated (very) birthday present yesterday from DH; a cast iron camp oven for making bread in if I wish and it had my name and the date of my birthday cast in it; how special.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 11, 2014, 05:37:33 am
That's lovely troupie, a family heirloom.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 11, 2014, 08:53:57 am
Great present Troupie.Funny how DH's surprise us at times  ;) :D

Like your cleaning trio Denise.Very useful 8)
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2014, 09:05:37 am
Quote from: Bedlam on July 11, 2014, 03:01:19 am
I bought this at the upmarket a couple of weeks ago.  It is for cleaning drink bottles but I thought it would be good for around the blade etc.  I like the fact that it hangs on my tap and have found it very useful. Made by oxo.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/11/e8emu2y6.jpg)

Clever. Be looking for that.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on July 11, 2014, 09:06:43 am
Quote from: troupie on July 11, 2014, 04:29:38 am
Making me have wishful thinking and remembering Cookie; we have been on those walks from the Hidden Valley Park. Loved Kununurra.

I haven't been shopping but did receive a belated (very) birthday present yesterday from DH; a cast iron camp oven for making bread in if I wish and it had my name and the date of my birthday cast in it; how special.

Very thoughtful troupie. Well deserved.

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 11, 2014, 09:54:14 am
Going back to the RFID wallets on page 810 of this thread.  I sent one to my sister for her birthday last week and when she was using it the other day the lady at the checkout was very impressed and asked for details.  Then today, I had the same reaction at Officeworks, the girl serving me said she had never seen anything like it and is also going to follow it up. 
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Post by: cookie1 on July 11, 2014, 11:49:00 am
I love the Oxo bits Bedlam. Troupie how sweet of your DH.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 12, 2014, 12:35:46 pm
I've been out buying Croatian rellies presents for when we go over. Very hard to find things that don't weigh a ton. Bought a fairy dress and a doll for 2 yr old girl, 2 x Lego "City" sets, marbles, & Trouble games for a couple of 6 & 7 yr old boys, surf shirt for a cousin, scarf for an aunty, cab savs for uncle & cousin, garlic crusher and stamps for cousin, plus a few pkts of Tim Tam biccies in case I'm caught short. plus somewhere I need to buy and fit in the suitcase a couple of bath sheets and beach towels to leave there for future use. Bath towels over there were like flannels and it's one luxury I like to wrap myself in. Myer were having 40% off cookbooks and I bought Ottolenghi (oh dear) for myself. Just happened to have a $20 gift voucher also so it was only $10 - bargain!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2014, 12:38:39 pm
Great shopping CP. I have a friend whose family are in Serbia. He takes lots of gifts back for everyone when he goes back.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 12, 2014, 01:34:31 pm
My DH thinks I spend too much time shopping for a pressie, but I like to get that feeling when I find something that the recipient is going to love it. Same with cards, I always read the words to make sure it sounds like "me". As I cross things off my "to do" list I get a little more excited about going. I think I will create a forum  holiday thread where we can post our holiday photos and comments in a similar fashion to the shopping thread so we can keep track of those on holiday
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Post by: gertbysea on July 12, 2014, 01:35:51 pm
Good idea CP.

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 12, 2014, 02:00:10 pm
Great idea CP.It will be great to travel with you :-*
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on July 12, 2014, 02:07:41 pm
Done - HOLIDAY THREAD - easier to keep track of everyone in the one spot
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 12, 2014, 04:13:23 pm
Great shopping, CP! I'm like you. I take a long time shopping for gifts 😄
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 13, 2014, 02:28:38 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on July 12, 2014, 04:13:23 pm
Great shopping, CP! I'm like you. I take a long time shopping for gifts 😄
I am the same, I hate to think that I am giving something that will go straight into the bottom drawer or the op shop, it's a total waste of money.  I think if you are thoughtful selecting a gift that it is appropriate for the recipient it will be welcome and appreciated.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 17, 2014, 11:12:47 am
Bought a 25 x 4 cm tart pan for my next round of lemon meringue pie 😁

40% off from Myer. So it was about $12 😄

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/17/eduga5a7.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 17, 2014, 11:15:04 am
Great buy BZB 8)
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Post by: judydawn on July 17, 2014, 11:20:14 am
Love the holes in the base BZB, they should ensure a crispy bottom.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2014, 12:31:59 pm
You will be the pie champion in no time BZB.
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Post by: *suzanne* on July 17, 2014, 03:54:08 pm
Great looking pie tin bzb, must get myself one of those :D
took the kids shopping today bought bits and pieces, but spent a lot :o
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2014, 06:59:10 am
I bought a book I had heard about when I was in Big W yesterday. I believe it is very funny.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/18/4utajupy.jpg)
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Post by: mab19 on July 19, 2014, 01:33:06 am
Went out for lunch with a GF yesterday and then spotted this book.  At $10 I had to buy it. :)
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Post by: Halex on July 19, 2014, 03:58:55 am
Went to Luke Mangans Salt tapas bar yesterday and bought his book. Hope to make some and share the recipes.

Also had dinner at Sarong and bought their ibook, looks amazing.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 19, 2014, 11:57:31 am
Um er, I can't see any pictures. Is it just me and my iPad?
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Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2014, 11:58:58 am
I'm on my computer Cookie, I think Margaret forgot to post the picture and Hally's post doesn't sounds as if she posted a picture.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 19, 2014, 12:09:10 pm
Not exactly shopping as we didn't part with $$$ yet!
We went to the Miele centre and checked out ovens for our new home. We have booked into a demo next Sat. $25.00 for 2 includes a 4 course meal, so looking forward to that.
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Post by: judydawn on July 19, 2014, 12:38:25 pm
That's the way to go Denise, enjoy your meal, it sounds great value to me.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 19, 2014, 01:17:10 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on July 19, 2014, 12:09:10 pm
Not exactly shopping as we didn't part with $$$ yet!
We went to the Miele centre and checked out ovens for our new home. We have booked into a demo next Sat. $25.00 for 2 includes a 4 course meal, so looking forward to that.
Denise is the oven you want a steam oven?

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on July 19, 2014, 01:23:02 pm
No, I have a steam microwave oven and don't use it very much.  We are thinking a speed oven(combi microwave convection oven, small 43litre) and a pyrolytic 76l and a warming draw. Look lovely, just need to make sure they bake well.  The 76l has a shot of steam feature so thinking it will be great for bread. Exciting but scary as all good things cost $$$$$.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 19, 2014, 01:26:23 pm
Expensive but don't stint on things you use ever day. 

Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on July 19, 2014, 01:32:48 pm
Yup, that's what we feel.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on July 19, 2014, 03:54:33 pm
Denise, have you checked out Siemens ovens besides Miele? I attended their free demo which included food last year. Their ovens are quite impressive.
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Post by: Halex on July 20, 2014, 12:00:28 am
Bedlam, I have the top of the range Miele oven and love it.
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Post by: mab19 on July 20, 2014, 01:36:15 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 19, 2014, 11:58:58 am
I'm on my computer Cookie, I think Margaret forgot to post the picture and Hally's post doesn't sounds as if she posted a picture.

Ooops, just another senior moment.  Having too many of these lately. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 20, 2014, 07:14:35 am
Thanks Mab. I have that book and love it, but I did pay more than $10.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on July 20, 2014, 09:34:13 am
I have a Siemems oven , love it.
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Post by: goldfish on July 20, 2014, 09:53:37 am
Quote from: mab19 on July 20, 2014, 01:36:15 am
Quote from: judydawn on July 19, 2014, 11:58:58 am
I'm on my computer Cookie, I think Margaret forgot to post the picture and Hally's post doesn't sounds as if she posted a picture.

Ooops, just another senior moment.  Having too many of these lately. :)

It's a fabulous book, Mab.  You'll love it!!   :D :D :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 22, 2014, 02:42:08 pm
I've been very naughty and bought another cookbook :-)) I spent yesterday afternoon in the garden thoroughly enjoying reading it. ;D
Recipes from a Normal Mum. (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1849494193/ref=s9_simh_gw_p14_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0BXR58141KMRX6CRHVZE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=455344027&pf_rd_i=468294)
Chance on the other hand spent the time digging holes in the ground.He must have a least twelve scattered around the garden :-)) 
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Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2014, 02:44:13 pm
Sounds nice Denise, are you going to do many of the recipes do you think?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 22, 2014, 02:48:19 pm
It's a lovely book Judy and I think I will cook a fair few.Holly uses everyday ingredients that most people will have in their cupboards or very easy to purchase in any supermarket ;D
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Post by: judydawn on July 22, 2014, 02:49:37 pm
Gotta love a book like that Denise  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on July 23, 2014, 02:19:25 am
Marina, I have merged your question re ovens to an existing old thread about ovens  ;D

http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=11179.0
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 23, 2014, 04:18:13 am
Thanks, Judy ... I'm on my way over to the link now!
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Post by: Emme on July 23, 2014, 08:57:40 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on July 22, 2014, 02:42:08 pm
I've been very naughty and bought another cookbook :-)) I spent yesterday afternoon in the garden thoroughly enjoying reading it. ;D
Recipes from a Normal Mum. (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1849494193/ref=s9_simh_gw_p14_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0BXR58141KMRX6CRHVZE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=455344027&pf_rd_i=468294)
Chance on the other hand spent the time digging holes in the ground.He must have a least twelve scattered around the garden :-)) 
  Glad Chance had a good time CC  :D :D

The cookbook sounds great and has some good reviews.  Love those type of books.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 26, 2014, 10:06:01 am
I found these in Coles today... $7 for the larger one and $5.60 for the smaller one...great for the varoma and airfryer :)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/26/ybuga9ut.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on July 26, 2014, 10:53:06 am
Perfect Jamberie.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 26, 2014, 11:03:05 am
Off to Coles tomorrow Jamberie.

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on July 26, 2014, 11:52:28 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on July 26, 2014, 11:03:05 am
Off to Coles tomorrow Jamberie.

Gert

:) I might have to go again too...
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Post by: cookie1 on July 26, 2014, 11:57:04 am
I've put it on my shopping list.  ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 26, 2014, 12:27:28 pm
Good find Jamberie 8)
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Post by: droverjess on July 31, 2014, 11:03:44 pm
Just ordered these to help someone who can't eat

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Callippo-Silicone-Moulds-Push-Lolly/dp/B00L4QW494/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1406843995&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=ice+lolly+moulds+silicon+7

Please post recipe suggestions with as much goodness and low sugar as possible.

Has anyone mixed juice and yogurt etc
Could you put ice cream in them if so which recipe.
Will make a separate post in the request thread
Thanks
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Post by: obbie on July 31, 2014, 11:13:48 pm
 :) look good Jess.
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Post by: obbie on August 01, 2014, 10:29:09 am
new iphone today
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Post by: Kimmyh on August 01, 2014, 10:39:00 am
That's exciting Robyn. You'll love it. Have fun playing with it.

The pop moulds look good DJ. I've made pops with my Tupperware moulds for the children. I mix yogurt with puréed berries, watermelon, passionfruit, leftover berry coulis, etc. I've never tried icecream. Hopefully others have.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 01, 2014, 10:00:38 pm
Bought a handmade 'chicken brick'.  It is made of terracotta.  Mine is handmade and glazed. They are usually not glazed.   You put ingredient in it and place it in a cold oven.  The food is steamed in its own juices. I have baked veggies in it,  with a little olive oil and a chicken with veggies around it.  This is a photo from Google, similar.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 01, 2014, 10:01:55 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/02/humete4e.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 01, 2014, 10:30:49 pm
I could hop right into that brick today chookie!

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on August 01, 2014, 11:53:12 pm
Might warm you up Gert.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on August 02, 2014, 01:51:20 am
Like a Romertopf Chookie?
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 02, 2014, 02:02:34 am
Looks great Chookie. I love a roast chicken so long as its moist inside.

Gert do they have any heating in the house?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 02, 2014, 04:55:14 am
I have a Romertopf and the food is very moist and succulent. About a year ago I found a cookbook for it which was really good as the recipes were extremely easy. Odds on you will soon be making bread in it chookie  ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on August 02, 2014, 05:43:28 am
CP, LOL.  Not good for bread as it would be too difficult to get loaf out.   Could try buns!! Bought a Turkey roll to cook in it.  CP do you use yours in you wood oven?
Gert, I hope you have warmed up. 
Quote from: judydawn on August 02, 2014, 01:51:20 am
Like a Romertopf Chookie?
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Judy , that is right.  Only this is hand made by a potter and is glazed inside.
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Post by: judydawn on August 02, 2014, 07:08:51 am
It is probably easier to clean then Chookie, something I hated doing with the Romertopf - I ended up throwing it in the bin  :-))
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Post by: troupie on August 05, 2014, 11:37:21 am
The chicken brick looks good Chookie; I have a similar thing, a Schlemmertopf; must look for some recipes as I have only cooked a vienna loaf in it. I am looking forward to seeing what you cook in it other than the roast chicken of course.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 06, 2014, 06:24:08 am
Today's shoes. The black ones for car club runs and the blue moccasins because I couldn't resist.
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Post by: jeninwa on August 06, 2014, 06:53:51 am
A girl can never have enough shoes,:)
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Post by: judydawn on August 06, 2014, 07:57:39 am
Only 2 pairs, come on Cookie you can do better than that :D :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 06, 2014, 08:42:15 am
Great buys cookie. ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 06, 2014, 09:17:59 am
Quote from: jeninwa on August 06, 2014, 06:53:51 am
A girl can never have enough shoes,:)

My DH isn't too sure about that Jeninwa.  :D ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 06, 2014, 06:05:40 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on August 02, 2014, 05:43:28 am
  CP do you use yours in you wood oven?

No chookie, cos you can't chuck the cold clay dish into a hot oven. I only use my conventional for the Romertopf. I have got a clay pot tho that I can throw into the oven after cooking has been finished and leave overnight to cook a stew on low heat. Tell you the truth tho I haven't cooked in the wood fire for a while but hope to get back into it soon.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 09, 2014, 07:39:10 am
I couldn't resist National Bookshop Day. Thanks Dymocks, Readings and The Readers' Feast.
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Yesterday from the $5 book store.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/09/ymy9udy4.jpg)
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Post by: Katiej on August 09, 2014, 10:51:26 am
Nice shopping Cookie.
Love Paul Hollywood, I have that book it's good.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 09, 2014, 01:08:23 pm
Thanks Katie. I was initially unsure but I haven't been able to find the book at home so thought I had better get it while I could.
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Post by: judydawn on August 09, 2014, 02:28:17 pm
Nice to see 1 cookbook amongst your purchase Cookie  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 09, 2014, 10:04:17 pm
I wanna go shopping with you!

Gert
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Post by: Emme on August 10, 2014, 12:23:30 am
Great shopping Cookie  ;D

Quote from: Gertbysea on August 09, 2014, 10:04:17 pm
I wanna go shopping with you!

Gert
Me too!
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Post by: cookie1 on August 10, 2014, 07:05:01 am
Quote from: Emme on August 10, 2014, 12:23:30 am
Great shopping Cookie  ;D

Quote from: Gertbysea on August 09, 2014, 10:04:17 pm
I wanna go shopping with you!

Gert
Me too!

You are both too kind. I have even done some reading this trip. We sit up in bed at night and read. Very cosy and relaxing.
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Post by: Bedlam on August 10, 2014, 08:53:22 am
Lucky you Cookie, I had been looking for that Paul Hollywood one. You will enjoy.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 10, 2014, 01:09:49 pm
Bedlam would you like me to bring you one home? Alternatively you could get it from Book Depository. They don't charge for the postage.
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Post by: Bedlam on August 10, 2014, 01:38:10 pm
Thank you for the generous offer Cookie.  I will get one in 11 weeks, I need to stay away from temptation for now. X
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Post by: cookie1 on August 11, 2014, 05:24:35 am
I fully understand.
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Post by: Katiej on August 11, 2014, 11:54:11 am
This book arrived in our Post Box today from the Book Depository.
I'm off to look at it now.


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Post by: judydawn on August 11, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
Nice pictures Katie, I smell more bread coming out of your oven  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 11, 2014, 12:32:16 pm
An exciting book Katie. I'm looking forward to your opinion of it.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 11, 2014, 10:24:26 pm
NOOOOOOOOOOO!  That book looks good enough to eat!

Gert
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Post by: Emme on August 12, 2014, 02:03:20 am
Looks a great book Katie,   ;D  Interested to hear what you think of it
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Post by: obbie on August 12, 2014, 06:54:56 am
looks good Katie
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 12, 2014, 11:33:42 am
started my Christmas shopping last week mini ipod for lily, some frozen stuff, a doll and some other bits and bobs, a laptop for ds for high school, some pokemon cards for other ds, I also got my mums and sisters from Peter of Kensington ,it feels good to get started :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 12, 2014, 11:42:30 am
You certainly are getting ahead suzanne :D :D
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Post by: judydawn on August 12, 2014, 11:45:52 am
I don't even want to think about it suzanne, it's becoming harder and harder to come up with ideas.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 12, 2014, 01:21:51 pm
Gosh, you are impressive Suzanne.
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 12, 2014, 03:17:36 pm
That's the problem Judy, if I don't start now I'll be in a world of trouble plus my sister is back this Christmas with her 7 children so organisation is the key ;) plus any excuse to shop :-[
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Post by: Kimmyh on August 13, 2014, 10:48:06 am
We'll done Suzanne. Wish I was like you.
I finally got my second tmx bowl set today. It's so shiny i can't stop staring inside it and now I don't want to use it!
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Post by: BeezeeBee on August 13, 2014, 01:42:41 pm
Nice, Kimmy 😄😃
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 13, 2014, 03:49:04 pm
lucky you kimmy :D
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Post by: achookwoman on August 13, 2014, 11:13:41 pm
Cookie,  a girl with similar reading tastes. 
Katie,  how come I haven't seen that great looking bread book? Let us know what you think of it.
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Post by: Bedlam on August 14, 2014, 01:26:50 am
You won't know yourself when you do a big cookup Kimmy.  Enjoy.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 14, 2014, 02:19:34 am
Kimmy,  you will love it.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 14, 2014, 02:23:21 am
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Yes,  another baking book.  Bought yesterday at Readings and have just spent 2 hours reading it from cover to cover!
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Post by: Katiej on August 14, 2014, 10:14:23 am
Ooh another book I might have to buy!
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Post by: Katiej on August 14, 2014, 10:19:14 am
Quote from: achookwoman on August 13, 2014, 11:13:41 pm
Katie,  how come I haven't seen that great looking bread book? Let us know what you think of it.

I really like this book Chookie. He is a French baker who lives in the UK.

I have his first book "Dough" which I also love. It probably has more variety of recipes in it, whilst "Crust" is more about specialty breads like sourdough.

Both books have lots of technical info on bread making as well as recipes. Very interesting reading. I made this bread a few weeks ago from the Dough book.

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Post by: cookie1 on August 14, 2014, 12:11:51 pm
Thanks Katie. That bread looks yum. You can never have enough bread books. I may be checking out Book Depository soon.
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Post by: Kimmyh on August 15, 2014, 01:26:55 pm
Love the cookbooks girls. Looking forward to your conversions.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2014, 10:08:34 am
I'm not sure what happened, but somehow I ordered these two books. I must have had a momentary lapse.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 16, 2014, 10:29:32 am
You are soooooooo bad cookie.

Where are Hally and Maddy? GERT
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Post by: Katiej on August 16, 2014, 10:40:03 am
Excellent shopping Cookie!
That happens to me sometimes as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2014, 11:52:17 am
We haven't heard from Maddy or Hally for quite some time. So sad, perhaps they are very busy. Maddy's candle business may be going well.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 16, 2014, 11:59:31 am
I wish they'd both pop back in too.
I was seduced by POK again today as they've got green frypans on special. A few other things might have slipped into my trolley too......
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Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2014, 12:04:40 pm
 ;D :D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 16, 2014, 12:13:40 pm
I was seduced by POK too when they had the new Paklite Flightlite luggage on sale. Bought a trio for only $150 normally over $500 and they each weigh just over 2 kilos . I will no doubt never use the biggest one unless I go on a cruise which would be never.

Then I got finger twitching on the MOFO wine site. One tap and the wine is yours.  I won't even give you the link as it is bloody dangerous.

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 16, 2014, 12:17:14 pm
Better not give you the link to cracker wines or just wines then........
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Post by: gertbysea on August 16, 2014, 01:13:51 pm
Nope no never not no way absolutely do not ES.

Gert
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2014, 01:23:18 am
My shopping has been vast in the last few months  :P.....but here's a snippet

Leather embossed boots

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/702c43fed5073068a2fa62de04c9d7f8.jpg)

Pink laguiole...naturally  :P cake serving set, salad servers, cheese plate set

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/79fce6395c470f5b8a6172c3e450ec0c.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/15cde4aec852502961e67042eab24176.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/09fe7c327a54e624634d768f6f6338be.jpg)

Cupcake tower

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e2eac5ee103e8a451f58c759017faf6d.jpg)

Ruffled cloth for my displays

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/2fdd87f2c927e5a20920a7b765303c0c.jpg)

Vintage style cases for my candle testers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/EE0BF36A-8670-462D-A8B3-ACBA019C2F01-1466-0000023BDD04CAA7_zps37ddad1f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/B9E92505-050E-4D16-BE52-C61BFBAAD013-1466-0000023C2EFCF993_zps083928a0.jpg)

Display cabinet for my candle cupcakes & Macarons

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/D5C1088F-89DC-498F-8D07-A5A05A012BF9-1466-0000023EC2A7C5DB_zps095d876d.jpg)

This tongue in cheek pressie for my Daughters upcoming Birthday  :P

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7ed5240ccb65aa71b9bdd2a85ea86a3f.jpg)

.....that's probably enough for now  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2014, 01:27:23 am
Nothing much has changed at your place then maddy apart from you being extra busy making things.  It all looks lovely.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2014, 01:49:53 am
OMG how we have missed you and your shopping. Love it all.

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on August 24, 2014, 03:24:09 am
She's baaaaaack!!  Oh Maddy, how you've been missed . . .!!!! :-* :-*
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 24, 2014, 03:39:06 am
I need a really light suitcase - if you ever see a good one in the bargain basement please let me know. Probably the medium size up to 25kg luggage size IYKWIM. one that spins in 360 degrees. I bought a POK suitcase last time Gretch said they were going cheap and it's been snatched a few times by my kids but I've managed to get it back. Had to swap it in Croatia for my DD's smaller one that was battered and falling apart as she said she'd doubt if it would stay together for her 4 month holiday. What a shocker, it's in the bin.

Oh Maddy, welcome back  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2014, 06:06:31 am
CP. I recently bought a three set Paklite flight weight from POK only $150. Absolutely the lightest ever and they actually fold up a bit when not in use. The larger of the three I will probably never use but ya never know. They are
very strong and I love my Paklite as not one I have had with a LOT of travel has ever let me down. It is the three red ones in this pic.

One of these. The one with the outside pockets I have had maybe 25 years and it is extremely well travelled though it has never been checked baggage.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2014, 08:57:09 am
I missed your shopping adventures Maddy. :D :D It's so lovely having you posting again  ;)
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Post by: Kimmyh on August 24, 2014, 10:40:35 am
Wow Maddy.
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Post by: trudy on August 24, 2014, 11:40:53 am
Thanks for the case tips Gert.  Must say I have never seen that brand before so will have to have a look around.
Maddy, welcome back.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 24, 2014, 12:05:10 pm
I have missed your shopping Maddy, and I love the boots.
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Post by: troupie on August 24, 2014, 12:37:05 pm
I love all your pink Maddy; just like my GD; any colour Grandma as long as its pink, nothing else will do.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2014, 10:17:28 pm
Quote from: trudy on August 24, 2014, 11:40:53 am
Thanks for the case tips Gert.  Must say I have never seen that brand before so will have to have a look around.
Maddy, welcome back.

Brand new line from Packlite. Ultra light.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2014, 11:21:56 pm
love the boots, and "Pink laguiole...naturally  Tongue cake serving set, salad servers, cheese plate set" :)
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Post by: Jude59 on August 24, 2014, 11:37:43 pm
I bought the pack lite cases too. Two of the smaller ones as we always travel as light as possible.  They look good and as Gert says fold down when empty. 
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2014, 12:00:03 am
Amazing what they hold and bonus to be so light Jude. The big one is way to big  for me but the price was right!  I have packed the small red one for a two week trip to New Zealand. It weighs a total of under 7 kilos with room to spare and no checking luggage. Win win.


Gert
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2014, 12:02:43 am
You travel so lightly Gert, I don't know how you do it - especially for a 2 week getaway.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2014, 12:08:35 am
Nobody cares if you wear the same thing every day Judy. A change of undies  is good though.LOL!  If I need something I can buy it.

Gert
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Post by: Jude59 on August 25, 2014, 05:16:28 am
I agree we usually do Europe with a backpack each and that's it.... extra benefit is the kids and grandkids know that's how we travel and no way we can bring back anything much - well unless its jewellery for me :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 26, 2014, 08:45:25 am
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The lovely Australia Post parcel delivery man came with today. Thanks Katiej. I hope you don't mind me being a copy cat. "Dough" is still coming.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 26, 2014, 10:24:14 pm
Looks interesting Cookie.   Let us know what you think.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2014, 04:08:41 am
Ooh! No work round here for the rest of the day. I have copied Katie again( thank you) and Book Depository sent me this. It was only a week in coming. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/27/hutu6azy.jpg)
With a lovely bookmark too.  This one has a CD in as well.
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Post by: obbie on August 27, 2014, 04:57:35 am
I bought some new clothes..
Took a friend shopping, and led her a stray, with clothes, bags, jewelery shopping.

went out for breakfast too. :)
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Post by: Katiej on August 27, 2014, 06:08:54 am
Quote from: cookie1 on August 27, 2014, 04:08:41 am
Ooh! No work round here for the rest of the day. I have copied Katie again( thank you) and Book Depository sent me this. It was only a week in coming. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/27/hutu6azy.jpg)
With a lovely bookmark too.  This one has a CD in as well.

I hope you enjoy the books Cookie. 
Both my Dough and Crust books have CD's in them.  One day I might find the time to watch them!
Its nice how the Book Depository always send you a bookmark.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2014, 07:50:45 am
Let us know Cookie.

I really love my book  from Katie. Don't know if I need another but..........

When I get back from  NZ I am getting stuck I to it again.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2014, 08:57:28 am
Ok girls, where do I buy my bread baking supplies?  Not from eBay or anyone that uses PayPal.  I am gunna get right into it. Need some proofing pans, lame, etc etc.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on August 27, 2014, 10:28:57 am
Those books look interesting Cookie, be interested to hear what you think of them. 

Gert, I don't know whether this  (http://www.basicingredients.com.au/) is what you are looking for. I did purchase some things from them a few years back.  I think they will take credit card over phone from memory.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2014, 10:43:29 am
Thanks Emme. Bookmarked.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2014, 10:47:02 am
This seems a good buy for $40 http://www.basicingredients.com.au/index.php/baguette-kit-248.html

Gert
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Post by: obbie on August 27, 2014, 11:26:12 pm
looks good Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2014, 01:30:34 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on August 26, 2014, 10:24:14 pm
Looks interesting Cookie.   Let us know what you think.

I love them both Chookie. Lots of reading. The "Dough" one probably has more recipes in it I think.
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Post by: Katiej on August 30, 2014, 02:57:21 am
Not technically shopping, as I won this on the Thermomix South African Facebook page awhile ago.
I had to wait for them to send a shipment of these books to TMX Aus HO, who kindly forwarded it on to me. Have only picked it up from our PO Box today. Haven't looked at it yet, but at first glance it looks good. It's TMX SA first book. Very excited and lucky to have it.

From what I understand Aus HO may be selling it soon.

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Post by: judydawn on August 30, 2014, 04:01:16 am
That's great Katie, a nice win. Who would think to look at the South African FB page  ???  You may be our first forum member to have this book and I look forward to having a look through your copy.
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Post by: Emme on August 30, 2014, 04:53:11 am
Thats a great win Katie, looks an interesting book  :)
 
It looks as though I will have to replace my 4 burner gas cooktop.  Can anyone recommend a good make please?  Would appreciate any tips, advice  etc. 
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Post by: BeezeeBee on August 30, 2014, 08:29:29 am
Nice, Katie 😃
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Post by: cookie1 on August 30, 2014, 12:25:30 pm
Congratulations Katie. A great win.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 30, 2014, 12:41:24 pm
Nice prize Katie 8)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on August 30, 2014, 01:30:53 pm
Emme I saw the highland today and it looked amazing. Australian made and spent a lot of money on r & d. Best gas flare I saw and it went really low too. When he blew it out it came back on.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on August 30, 2014, 01:31:12 pm
Great win Katie.
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Post by: Emme on August 31, 2014, 12:41:13 am
Quote from: Itsnotartitsdinner on August 30, 2014, 01:30:53 pm
Emme I saw the highland today and it looked amazing. Australian made and spent a lot of money on r & d. Best gas flare I saw and it went really low too. When he blew it out it came back on.
Thanks for this Inaid, I had never heard of them before.  Will check them out. 
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Post by: jeninwa on August 31, 2014, 12:58:32 am
Congratulations Katie on your win.
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Post by: maddy on September 05, 2014, 06:12:49 am
No one bought anything from 31st Aug.??  :o

Hubby thinks this is rusty crap, but I love it & instantly visioned a Christmas theme terrarium style display

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/871538d746fc9651dbd29f52599785c8.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/a6f64d7004b78f1aaf9575b8651327e0.jpg)

And my 5th melt warmer for the house  :P  look at it...couldn't resist!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/551C7634-7372-4016-ACB2-2BA2F53681DF-348-0000002EFDA473DA_zps6db5c550.jpg)

And my Brother & I went halves in a sausage/salami stuffer for my Dad

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/49078f7009862666e4ec374699cfe7c0.jpg)

....mum is ever grateful & she loathes helping him do it!
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Post by: Bedlam on September 05, 2014, 06:18:04 am
Didn't see you post before Katie, congrats on your win. Have you cooked anything out of it yet.

Not as exciting as Maddy's pretty stuff but I bought a Shark handheld steam cleaner yesterday.  Really good got my screen doors and shower screens so far and no chemicals.
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Post by: Katiej on September 05, 2014, 09:12:14 am
No I haven't made anything out if it yet Denise.  I've been busy at work and then not feeling like cooking.
Judy has just taken it home to look at, so she may comment on it or even cook something from it before me!

The steamer sounds interesting and like it will be helpful to have.
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Post by: trudy on September 05, 2014, 11:11:59 am
Congratulations Katie.  It's a great surprise when you win a book and I know how much you love your recipe books!!!!  Enjoy it
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2014, 12:18:05 am
I will be shopping Monday.... ;D
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Post by: astarra on September 06, 2014, 01:08:20 am
TM5 Obbie??  ;D
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2014, 01:42:56 am
ordered it Thursday, Astarra. :)
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Post by: astarra on September 06, 2014, 02:27:23 am
Cool,  I look forward to your review  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on September 06, 2014, 02:39:18 am
Me too, be good to hear an honest review from someone who know what 2 other machines are like.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 06, 2014, 04:04:18 am
YES! Obbie , good girl , looking forward to the review.   :-*
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Post by: JulieO on September 06, 2014, 05:36:20 am
Me too, and please be honest.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 06, 2014, 07:14:45 am
Obbie I don't know how you do it!
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Post by: goldfish on September 06, 2014, 07:57:10 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 06, 2014, 07:14:45 am
Obbie I don't know how you do it!

Obbie - you're going to need a new kitchen soon!!   ;D ;D  Looking forward to your reviews.
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2014, 09:24:27 am
my kitchen is huge, still have plenty of space. Remember, I cook every nite for 6..

My birthday is next month, so its right on time... :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 06, 2014, 11:19:44 am
You cook for 6 Robyn......that's almost one machine each 😉☺️😀
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Post by: obbie on September 06, 2014, 11:35:49 am
last week my DH says, you know u want it, just order it. So I did. ;D

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Post by: astarra on September 06, 2014, 11:57:32 am
Lucky girl, Robyn.   ;)

I cook for 6 3 meals a day and snacks in between,  how many machines can I justify now?  ;) :D
I would love to see the new one in action.
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Post by: JulieO on September 07, 2014, 02:04:56 am
Quote from: Bedlam on September 05, 2014, 06:18:04 am

I bought a Shark handheld steam cleaner yesterday.  Really good got my screen doors and shower screens so far and no chemicals.

Bedlam, how did it go on your screen doors?  I have a front security door that has a wrought iron fancy grill on the front and a mesh that people can't see through when I open the door.  Love it but it's a bugger to clean.  Was wondering if there was something to make the job easier.  Have googled, but not a lot of info out there for what I want to use one for.  :)
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Post by: Bedlam on September 07, 2014, 02:38:53 am
Quote from: JulieO on September 07, 2014, 02:04:56 am
Quote from: Bedlam on September 05, 2014, 06:18:04 am

I bought a Shark handheld steam cleaner yesterday.  Really good got my screen doors and shower screens so far and no chemicals.

Bedlam, how did it go on your screen doors?  I have a front security door that has a wrought iron fancy grill on the front and a mesh that people can't see through when I open the door.  Love it but it's a bugger to clean.  Was wondering if there was something to make the job easier.  Have googled, but not a lot of info out there for what I want to use one for.  :)

I found it fantastic on my screen door.  It is security mesh.  I always find when cleaning I end up with dirty drips .  The steamer has microfibre pockets so together with the steam being quite dry it made a difficult job much easier. Easy to clean my painted front doors too.  As well as cleaning my walls of all the finger prints of my ex FC's. I have wanted one for quite a while ( borrowed my mums so new they were good) and was waiting for a special.  It didn't happen, maybe a bit like Thermie they hold there price. $198.00.  Very happy.
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Post by: JulieO on September 07, 2014, 02:55:45 am
Thanks Bedlam, will look into that one.   :D
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Post by: Halex on September 08, 2014, 01:02:01 am
Been very busy, done expensive shopping, ;D :o :o

Bought a new VW Passat as the computer went in dhs car, & also bought a 2 bdr appt off the plans in South Perth, opp the zoo with city , river and zoo views, not even started construction!! Its a 20 storey luxury tower, first to be built in 10 years. has the lot, pool, gym, cafe etc ;D

HHW :)

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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2014, 01:06:41 am
You have been busy Hally, nice to see you on again.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 08, 2014, 01:23:26 am
Good to see you Hally, you have been missed.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2014, 05:16:23 am
Nice to see you back again Hally.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2014, 05:59:03 am
Welcome back Hally. Are you going to rent or live in the apartment? The views would be amazing.
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Post by: obbie on September 08, 2014, 06:00:52 am
what floor Hally, sounds nice.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on September 08, 2014, 08:17:34 am
Very exciting, Hally! 😄
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 08, 2014, 09:05:59 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on September 08, 2014, 08:17:34 am
Very exciting, Hally! 😄
I agree.  Sounds fabulous.  Well done.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 08, 2014, 09:07:53 am
Quote from: Bedlam on September 07, 2014, 02:38:53 am
Quote from: JulieO on September 07, 2014, 02:04:56 am
Quote from: Bedlam on September 05, 2014, 06:18:04 am

I bought a Shark handheld steam cleaner yesterday.  Really good got my screen doors and shower screens so far and no chemicals.

Bedlam, how did it go on your screen doors?  I have a front security door that has a wrought iron fancy grill on the front and a mesh that people can't see through when I open the door.  Love it but it's a bugger to clean.  Was wondering if there was something to make the job easier.  Have googled, but not a lot of info out there for what I want to use one for.  :)

I found it fantastic on my screen door.  It is security mesh.  I always find when cleaning I end up with dirty drips .  The steamer has microfibre pockets so together with the steam being quite dry it made a difficult job much easier. Easy to clean my painted front doors too.  As well as cleaning my walls of all the finger prints of my ex FC's. I have wanted one for quite a while ( borrowed my mums so new they were good) and was waiting for a special.  It didn't happen, maybe a bit like Thermie they hold there price. $198.00.  Very happy.

What model number was it Bedlam?
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Post by: Emme on September 08, 2014, 10:10:19 am
Welcome back Hally, have missed you  :)  You have certainly been shopping  :D :D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2014, 02:31:16 pm
Well, I've just finished browsing the South African TMX cookbook Katie lent me.  It's a huge book, 282 pages with quite a few South African recipes. I've written out a few recipes to try.

I'm puzzled by some things I read but unless you make the recipe, I guess you can't prejudge.  I've put 2 such recipes on my list.

I like the Cooks Notes on a lot of the recipes.  If there are alternatives ingredients you can use, they list them.

Overall I think it's a great book, recipes are well laid out but there are not a lot of photos unfortunately. It's yet to appear on Aust HO website as being available to purchase.

Thanks Katie, it was a great prize to win.
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Post by: JulieO on September 08, 2014, 10:59:55 pm
I look forward to reading your reviews Judy and seeing your photos.  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on September 08, 2014, 11:54:11 pm
Marina, it doesn't seem to have a model number just Shark steam pocket cleaner.
Lucky you Judy, look forward to seeing the new recipes.  Even luckier Katie, if it's not available here.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 09, 2014, 12:03:13 am
Thanks, Denise.
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Post by: mab19 on September 09, 2014, 02:52:55 am
Nice to have you back Hally :)
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Post by: Halex on September 10, 2014, 04:59:50 am
thank you ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 10, 2014, 06:32:53 am
Just ordered new white cupboards for the laundry,a bench top called Myriade white, and a black Franke sink and draining boarding a nice mixer tap. .  Just went to buy some plants and thought I would have a look at some ideas for the laundry. so excited to get rid of the cheap rusty laundry cabinet  nearly 30 years old.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 10, 2014, 06:48:09 am
How wonderful AB.

GERT
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 10, 2014, 06:53:48 am
Thanks Gert, looks like you are having a nice time over there.
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Post by: Halex on September 10, 2014, 08:08:11 am
Seem to be on a bit of a shopping spree atm 8)

Just purchased a new Cannon camera and lens, good for food photography and good for travel. Might even start cooking again one day so I can use my new toy ;D
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Post by: mcmich on September 10, 2014, 08:32:28 am
Lovely Brenda, great update. It will be a pleasure doing laundry now.  ;D

Nice buy Hally.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 10, 2014, 12:38:46 pm
That will be a lovely boost AB. A change makes everything look so much nicer.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 10, 2014, 01:18:44 pm
Well done AB.

How come no one has posted there new tm5 purchase yet???  Surely it should rate a mention here! Or maybe it's own thread.
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Post by: mcmich on September 10, 2014, 05:45:21 pm
Mine does not arrive until about the 22nd Kimmy. Will post about it for sure.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 10, 2014, 06:13:01 pm
My TM5 arrived at 5pm.Desperate to have a play ;D
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/6b468212fe0dad1dbd5d2d8144ddc2f9.jpg)
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Post by: leesmac78 on September 10, 2014, 07:49:01 pm
Oh CC, that will be me in a week.... Have fun!! Xxx
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Post by: mcmich on September 10, 2014, 08:44:47 pm
Lucky you CC  ;D Very interested to see what you think of it.
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Post by: obbie on September 10, 2014, 09:38:55 pm
apparently mine will take 2-3 weeks to get to me. sold out to  consultants first.
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Post by: droverjess on September 10, 2014, 09:42:09 pm
Oh CC, how wonderful, happy cooking.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 10, 2014, 10:05:14 pm
How exciting Denise, love to here your review.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 10, 2014, 10:58:42 pm
Well CC looks like you are the first to have one in their kitchen, waiting to see what you think of it.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 10, 2014, 11:15:52 pm
How exciting CC - I can't wait to hear what you love (or don't) about your new thermie
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Post by: Wonder on September 10, 2014, 11:19:04 pm
Wow CC that was quick. Can't wait to start hearing reviews. Was talking with my DH about my plan last night and he said he thought it looked ugly and was surprised I was even thinking of getting an upgrade  :-\
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Post by: judydawn on September 11, 2014, 12:36:51 am
Congratulations on being the first to give a home to a new thermomix Denise.  Can't wait to see what you think of it and what you cook up. Is TM31 sulking  :D
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Post by: BeezeeBee on September 11, 2014, 01:06:56 am
Woohoooo CC! Have fun playing with your new toy 😄😃
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Post by: gertbysea on September 11, 2014, 01:39:34 am
Wil. You  start a TM5  review thread.?
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Post by: judydawn on September 11, 2014, 01:40:35 am
Yes, I'm sure CC will start a new thread when she tries out her new machine Gert. 
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Post by: goldfish on September 11, 2014, 02:58:23 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 11, 2014, 01:39:34 am
Wil. You  start a TM5  review thread.?

Probably a whole new section on the home page where the appropriate recipe, comment threads for the TM5 can be easily accessed?  Maybe see what MM thinks?
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Post by: mab19 on September 11, 2014, 03:00:06 am
How exciting CC.  Looking forward to your reviews, have fun. :D
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Post by: maddy on September 11, 2014, 04:55:31 am
We are going to harass you Denise  :P....have fun!!
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Post by: mcmich on September 11, 2014, 06:47:00 am
Quote from: Wonder on September 10, 2014, 11:19:04 pm
Wow CC that was quick. Can't wait to start hearing reviews. Was talking with my DH about my plan last night and he said he thought it looked ugly and was surprised I was even thinking of getting an upgrade  :-\

Even though I have purchased one I agree with your DH. I think TMX 31 is the prettier one.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 11, 2014, 08:26:30 am
Enjoy your new toy CC :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 11, 2014, 09:06:48 am
Thanks girls. :-*
I was out all day yesterday and got back 15 minutes after T5 was delivered.I only got to unpack and wash the bowl,lid,butterfly,Varoma and spatula last night.Then I sat down and read the manual and cookbook.I eventually turned T5 on ;D DS was very impressed saying the Germans do build fantastic machines.DH just kept pressing buttons :-)) :-))
I was impressed that it has a transportation mode.Still got lots to find out about it though ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 11, 2014, 09:10:55 am
A lovely purchase CC. Mine will be a while and I will possibly get it about 4 th October.
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Post by: obbie on September 11, 2014, 10:28:10 am
I should get mine in 2 weeks, no more stock in Australia, after it all went to consultants first....
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Post by: Wonder on September 11, 2014, 11:52:52 am
I spoke to a consultant today and she is going to come over in the morning to show me the TM5. We are going to make lentil soup which is  one of the recipes on the cookbook chip so will show me all the functions. Looking forward to seeing what its really like.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 11, 2014, 11:58:44 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 11, 2014, 09:10:55 am
A lovely purchase CC. Mine will be a while and I will possibly get it about 4 th October.
Enough time to give us a run down in Tassie Jean.  We leave on the 8th, hopefully will have plenty of wifi to see your reviews.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 11, 2014, 12:42:46 pm
Congratulations on your new purchase CC. How fitting that you are the first on here to give a tm5 a home. Happy cooking. PS. Tell DH to leave the new one alone and go play with the old one 😉☺️
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Post by: Wonder on September 12, 2014, 02:37:22 am
Woohooo....I just ordered mine. Not sure when delivery will be, the consultant said they have been told 20 work days but I'll just wait and see.
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Post by: Emme on September 12, 2014, 08:44:23 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 10, 2014, 06:13:01 pm
My TM5 arrived at 5pm.Desperate to have a play ;D
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/6b468212fe0dad1dbd5d2d8144ddc2f9.jpg)

Looks wonderful, CC, Hope you are having lots of fun  :D

I am sure it will be worth the wait Wonder  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 12, 2014, 08:56:49 am
Very exciting Wonder. I was told most probably 20 days.
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Post by: dede on September 12, 2014, 09:39:31 am
I will be patient :). But I can't wait :D
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Post by: Bedlam on September 12, 2014, 09:47:05 am
Thought this might come in handy.(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/12/e20856ca9018a3f39607c47bf3b17413.jpg)

DH got fed up with all my TM5 chat, he ordered me one. 20 days they are saying. So excited I have butterflies.
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Post by: Katiej on September 12, 2014, 10:31:40 am
Good news Wonder & Bedlam. I'm sure you will love your new TM5.
My DH said last night just buy it, you know you want to. I'm still having a discussion with myself about need vs want. Want is winning, so I'll probably buy one.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 12, 2014, 10:57:16 am
Yahoo!! congrats Wonder and Denise.
Quote from: Katiej on September 12, 2014, 10:31:40 am
I'm still having a discussion with myself about need vs want. Want is winning, so I'll probably buy one.
LOL  :D
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Post by: dede on September 12, 2014, 11:02:15 am
Quote from: Katiej on September 12, 2014, 10:31:40 am
Good news Wonder & Bedlam. I'm sure you will love your new TM5.
My DH said last night just buy it, you know you want to. I'm still having a discussion with myself about need vs want. Want is winning, so I'll probably buy one.

Katiej don't waste time arguing with your self cause you know you will always win so you better order one :D
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Post by: Bedlam on September 12, 2014, 11:57:59 am
Katie, I was the same. He only bought it to shut me up ( so he said), he wants me to have before the fest so we can discuss and get tips.  I was wondering what incentives there would be later, but couldn't wait.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 12, 2014, 12:03:16 pm
My DH said the same Katie...I too am weighing up needs and wants...and if I would sell the TM31 or not...or just keep what I've got (three thermoservers, two bowl sets...) getting the TM5 would be a little like (happily) starting all over again. I'm also interested to hear confirmation about the price of the TM5 after 31 October.

I am excited about my recent purchase of a Dyson Animal hand held vac. It is amazing!
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Post by: jeninwa on September 12, 2014, 12:05:13 pm
Congrats wonder and bedlam, I'm sitting on the fence atm. Looking forward to hearing all about your new machines.
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Post by: thermo18 on September 13, 2014, 12:04:46 am
Jeninwa  I'm with you sitting on the fence 😁
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Post by: BeezeeBee on September 13, 2014, 12:25:44 am
Quote from: Bedlam on September 12, 2014, 09:47:05 am
Thought this might come in handy.(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/12/e20856ca9018a3f39607c47bf3b17413.jpg)

DH got fed up with all my TM5 chat, he ordered me one. 20 days they are saying. So excited I have butterflies.

Nice shopping 😄😎


Denise, the AF rack and skewers look good! How much are they?
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Post by: kyton on September 13, 2014, 07:46:24 am
Pre-ordered a new iPhone 6! After being an Apple fan for ever, I made the mistake go buying an android HTC back in May. Let's just say, once an itunes person, always an itunes person!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 13, 2014, 07:49:57 am
 Bedlam that is wonderful news. Katie, just go for it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 13, 2014, 09:23:42 am
Have you ever been out and about out but your phone battery is nearly dead? Bought one if these great little purses from a shop in Melbourne in the emporium called on the Move (or something).

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0mFGvr1JLYk
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Post by: cookie1 on September 13, 2014, 09:32:34 am
That look just perfect CP. we loved the emporium when we were in Melbourne a few weeks ago. There seems so much in there.
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Post by: Wonder on September 13, 2014, 09:55:10 am
I still haven't had a look in there  :-\ DH was working on the flowers for the Buz Lurhmann opening spectacular a few weeks ago and said i would love it in there.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 13, 2014, 11:01:08 am
Great buy CP. Love it.
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Post by: Katj on September 13, 2014, 11:47:55 pm
CP, can I ask how much you  paid for your purse at the Emporium?
My DD bought one a year ago while holidaying in Noosa, don't think she has used it, Hmm I may have to ask her, I thought it was great! And it was real leather!
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Post by: courton on September 14, 2014, 03:46:23 am
The purse looks good CP.

I bought a steam cleaner from Aldi for $30 and was almost certain it would be second grade and would have to be returned. Well, it does a brilliant job of removing the dirt from the grout in the floor tiles. Worth it for this alone.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 14, 2014, 03:57:31 am
Sounds great Courton, can't wait for our Aldi in WA
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2014, 05:21:26 am
Think I paid $140 all up with the apple converter as it comes with an android plugin. I love the size too cos I hate carrying bags as they generally get heavy with all the junk
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Post by: goldfish on September 15, 2014, 03:32:19 am
Quote from: courton on September 14, 2014, 03:46:23 am
The purse looks good CP.

I bought a steam cleaner from Aldi for $30 and was almost certain it would be second grade and would have to be returned. Well, it does a brilliant job of removing the dirt from the grout in the floor tiles. Worth it for this alone.

Thanks, Courton! May go and check that out!

Saw these the other day on an FB post... And so some arrived today... They apparently hold 1/3 cup of dip etc for individual plates.

Dip Clips
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/15/qeja3ana.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/15/uhe4epe6.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on September 15, 2014, 03:35:27 am
Great idea GF.
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Post by: stacelee on September 15, 2014, 06:04:54 am
My Robot Cook was ordered and is on a truck from Sydney....all going well it should be with me tomorrow :).  I wil have to be very nice to my husband who got it organised for me.
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Post by: Wonder on September 15, 2014, 08:28:21 am
How exciting Stacelee. can't wait to hear the reports
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Post by: cookie1 on September 15, 2014, 09:00:28 am
I'm looking forward to hearing all about it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 15, 2014, 09:05:59 am
Quote from: Wonder on September 15, 2014, 08:28:21 am
How exciting Stacelee. can't wait to hear the reports
Quote from: cookie1 on September 15, 2014, 09:00:28 am
I'm looking forward to hearing all about it.
Me too.
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Post by: dede on September 15, 2014, 09:21:06 am
Me 3 :)
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Post by: goldfish on September 15, 2014, 09:53:17 am
me 4!!  Apparently, Uni's DS is of the opinion that it's "a Thermomix on steroids!"   ;D ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on September 15, 2014, 10:12:52 am
And me too.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 15, 2014, 10:29:44 am
Plus me too!
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Post by: achookwoman on September 15, 2014, 11:41:21 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/15/vedu7eny.jpg)

Yes,  I really do need more cook books. ,!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 15, 2014, 11:44:35 am
LOL Chookie   :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 15, 2014, 01:12:20 pm
You can never have enough cookbooks.
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Post by: obbie on September 15, 2014, 09:31:22 pm
Staceelee, I would love to know what you think of the robot coupe
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Post by: Wonder on September 15, 2014, 10:40:40 pm
Interesting looking  book Chookie
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Post by: zebby on September 16, 2014, 02:05:30 am
tacelee - I would love to hear a review too!
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Post by: JulieO on September 16, 2014, 02:52:44 am
Me too Staceelee.  There's no price on the website, so I'm guessing they are more expensive than a TM?  :'(
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Post by: courton on September 16, 2014, 04:14:05 am
Stacelee, we are waiting with bated breath!
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Post by: judydawn on September 16, 2014, 06:12:21 am
Before posting about competitor machines, please remember to refresh yourself with the rules, especially rule 5 and its sub-rules which deal with this subject girls.  Ta.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 16, 2014, 12:28:35 pm
Change of topic.,,..I bought a kindle today. Sick of waiting for my turn on the iPad!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 16, 2014, 12:35:25 pm
I love my Kindle. Probably even more so than my Sony ereader.
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Post by: Wonder on September 16, 2014, 12:48:41 pm
Congratulations Kimmy, I love my kindle. Which model did you get?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 16, 2014, 01:09:52 pm
Waiting to hear too Staceelee :)
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Post by: sue_purrb on September 16, 2014, 01:17:59 pm
Just a warning re reading the kindle in bed. You can get quite a rude awakening if you fall asleep and drop it and it hits you in the face!   :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 16, 2014, 01:32:10 pm
He he thanks sue.
I bought the basic paperwhite wonder. Nothing fancy.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 16, 2014, 09:08:05 pm
I love my kindle too. I recently upgraded to the  paperwhite and am glad I did as  hated the previous touch screen. I hated it so much I gave  it away and bought another but am now really happy  with my paperwhite and lighter Kindle.

Grrt
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 16, 2014, 09:30:50 pm
I love my kindle too and, loathe as I am to admit it, I really don't know what I would do without it now (panic and hit Amazon for another one all in the same breath  :( )
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 17, 2014, 01:32:15 pm
Thanks girls. I wasn't sure I had bought the right one. Feel better after reading your posts :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 17, 2014, 02:33:21 pm
Paperwhite here as well - 10/10. I don't know how they could improve on this cos it's perfect for me.
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Post by: JulieO on September 17, 2014, 11:04:54 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 17, 2014, 02:33:21 pm
Paperwhite here as well - 10/10. I don't know how they could improve on this cos it's perfect for me.

Same (nods head)  :D
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Post by: Wonder on September 17, 2014, 11:10:13 pm
Paperwhite here also. I dont' like the touch screen but love that it is backlit. I tend to read once DH is already asleep so can easily hide under the covers and not wake him up. Sue, I've woken with a real fright a number of times, it also makes a very load noise when it hits the timber floors after I fall asleep holding it  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2014, 01:04:38 pm
ROFL.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 18, 2014, 09:36:06 pm
There is now the Kindle "Voyage" available for pre-order :

The all new Kindle Voyage features the highest resolution e-ink screen at 300ppi making it look more than ever like the printed page. This means crisper text that is even easier to read. Page turns are also now more comfortable, particularly for those who like to hold their kindle in one hand. The outer bezel is now smart touch responsive and can be used to turn the page - great for those who missed having page turn buttons on their Kindle Paperwhites.

Other Key Features :
Thinnest Kindle Ever
Adaptive front light ensures the best reading in all lighting conditions
Available in both Wifi and Wifi + Free 3G options
 
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Post by: gertbysea on September 18, 2014, 10:16:28 pm
Oh gee I recently bought my paper white. Who can I complain  to? I wanted the latest model. Can I get money?

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on September 18, 2014, 11:21:09 pm
Love it Gert!  ;D
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Post by: Chocolatte on September 18, 2014, 11:33:02 pm
So funny Gert!

I do love my paperwhite, but turning pages easily one handed, hmmmmmmm......
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Post by: Emme on September 19, 2014, 12:30:16 am
Maybe I should update my Kindle still have the old 3G with keyboard :D :D
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Post by: jo_nz on September 19, 2014, 12:58:16 am
Thanks for the morning chuckle Gert!

Sounds more advanced than my trusty old Kobo reader, Emme! 3G? What's that? ;)
The battery life is starting to bug me now, so must be time for me to look around.
All my books are of course Kobo now, so I am not too sure how well they would transfer to kindle (which wasn't available here back in the dark ages when I bought mine), so I guess I am stuck with Kobo...although I shouldn't complain because it loads library books easy peasy which i hear others don't.
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Post by: stacelee on September 19, 2014, 02:00:22 am
I tend to read on my iPad mini although I am really tempted to have a look at the waterproof Kobo when it is released.  I love reading when I'm in the bath etc and always worry that I will drop my iPad.  My daughter gave hers a bath in a footbath about a year ago and it was NOT happy.

Just on another note :).  I've finally booted up the new machine...really happy with it.  I won't share much here because I'm not sure how much I can without breaching the rules.  What I will say is that it is a true commercial machine, it is easy to use, it is not a competitor in the domestic market for the thermomix because it is not anywhere near as pretty or as user friendly.  The jug is very heavy in comparison and it sits a lot higher so for short people like me you can't see into the jug without removing it when on a normal bench (I keep telling my husband we need to redesign our kitchen :) ) but as a plus it is extremely quiet.  I would be just as happy to recommend the machine to people in a commercial environment as I am to recommend the TM to friends for use at home.
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Post by: Emme on September 19, 2014, 02:25:08 am
Quote from: jo_nz on September 19, 2014, 12:58:16 am
Thanks for the morning chuckle Gert!

Sounds more advanced than my trusty old Kobo reader, Emme! 3G? What's that? ;)
It is the local telephone network which is up to 4G now just means I can download with that or Wifi, think I would just go Wifi next time as I don't use the other at all now.  I did when I first got it as I did not have the Wifi
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 19, 2014, 03:37:11 am
Just recently went on the web to see if a new model was coming out, and there was not even a whisper that I could see. From what I see an ounce in weight doesn't make that much difference. The page turning sounds interesting, as does the self adjusting light. Not too keen about it showing fingerprints easily as I find this distracting whilst reading. When I got the Paperwhite I got it ahead of its release here in Aus by paying a "broker" to get it. The Voyage sounds like something I can wait to see in Dick Smith when it lands on our shores probably sometime next year, otherwise I'm more than happy with my existing Kindle. Being waterproof would be excellent though (not for me cos I always have a shower, but for others who like reading in the bath like stacelee, and of course around the pool).
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 19, 2014, 11:10:30 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 18, 2014, 10:16:28 pm
Oh gee I recently bought my paper white. Who can I complain  to? I wanted the latest model. Can I get money?

Gert
☺️😊😉
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Post by: cookie1 on September 19, 2014, 12:20:32 pm
Thanks Gert.  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: astarra on September 19, 2014, 11:36:37 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on September 19, 2014, 11:10:30 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 18, 2014, 10:16:28 pm
Oh gee I recently bought my paper white. Who can I complain  to? I wanted the latest model. Can I get money?

Gert
☺️😊😉

Kimmys sig line answers this for you Gert  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on September 20, 2014, 12:56:28 am
Quote from: astarra on September 19, 2014, 11:36:37 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on September 19, 2014, 11:10:30 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 18, 2014, 10:16:28 pm
Oh gee I recently bought my paper white. Who can I complain  to? I wanted the latest model. Can I get money?

Gert
☺️😊😉

Kimmys sig line answers this for you Gert  ;D ;D ;D

It certainly does!!

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 20, 2014, 05:03:07 am
I went to Gaganis Bros yesterday. I started with a basket and ended up with a trolley. I went for couverture chocolate and vanilla paste, and ended up with a whole lot more. I've bought fresh yeast, rye flour, kibbled rye, wholemeal spelt flour, plain flour.......I can feel some bread making coming on.
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Post by: judydawn on September 20, 2014, 06:26:07 am
What, none of those huge bags of frozen berries which you bought when we went there last August as part of our Adelaidefest get together LOL.  Sadly, I haven't been back there since but I loved that place!
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Post by: gertbysea on September 20, 2014, 07:06:10 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on September 20, 2014, 05:03:07 am
I went to Gaganis Bros yesterday. I started with a basket and ended up with a trolley. I went for couverture chocolate and vanilla paste, and ended up with a whole lot more. I've bought fresh yeast, rye flour, kibbled rye, wholemeal spelt flour, plain flour.......I can feel some bread making coming on.

Love that place.

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on September 20, 2014, 07:55:56 am
I've only been there once, but I spent ages looking at everything, great place.  :D
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Post by: trudy on September 20, 2014, 10:45:56 am
Love that place ES.  Like you I end up with far more that what's on my shopping list!!!!
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Post by: Bedlam on September 20, 2014, 11:37:38 am
Me too, it was fun.  Sounds like you made it worthwhile Sue.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 20, 2014, 11:48:31 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on September 20, 2014, 05:03:07 am
I went to Gaganis Bros yesterday. I started with a basket and ended up with a trolley. I went for couverture chocolate and vanilla paste, and ended up with a whole lot more. I've bought fresh yeast, rye flour, kibbled rye, wholemeal spelt flour, plain flour.......I can feel some bread making coming on.

I see pantry moths ES  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on September 20, 2014, 11:50:41 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 20, 2014, 11:48:31 am
Quote from: EmeraldSue on September 20, 2014, 05:03:07 am
I went to Gaganis Bros yesterday. I started with a basket and ended up with a trolley. I went for couverture chocolate and vanilla paste, and ended up with a whole lot more. I've bought fresh yeast, rye flour, kibbled rye, wholemeal spelt flour, plain flour.......I can feel some bread making coming on.

I see pantry moths ES  :D

Lol
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Post by: EmeraldSue on September 20, 2014, 01:12:47 pm
No!!!!
I've had a bad experience of pantry moths. I'd better get cooking then :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 20, 2014, 02:04:24 pm
I bought a couple of things from our craft stalls today. I was permitted to buy a couple of things as I will be busy when everyone is let loose in there tomorrow.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/20/hutejype.jpg) A lap rug in my footy team colours.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/20/a5a5ynyd.jpg)
One of the many bags made by clever ladies.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/20/e6enuza7.jpg)
A bug made from a spark plug. I think he is so cute. I'm not sure what he is as he only has 4 legs.
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Post by: judydawn on September 20, 2014, 02:09:49 pm
Ah, that would be a spark bug cookie, quite common here in Australia  ;)   Nice purchases there, I hope all the clever ladies sell all their stock tomorrow.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 20, 2014, 02:14:02 pm
I love it Judy. That is what I will call him. I just realised that I didn't clear the bed before taking the photos. Too bad, I don't mind. I love the quilt we have in the van, my Mum won it many years ago and it compliments our van colours beautifully.
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Post by: judydawn on September 20, 2014, 02:17:09 pm
That was a nice win by Mum cookie, it is nice.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 20, 2014, 02:19:07 pm
Thanks. It is very cosy on freezing nights too. I'm sure she would be thrilled to see that we have put it to good use.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 20, 2014, 03:41:14 pm
Great buys Cookie.Love the bug :D
Your Mum's quilt is beautiful.No wonder you treasure it.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 20, 2014, 03:57:15 pm
Love the photos. Love the quilt - home is where the heart is and wherever you lay your hat that is home.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 20, 2014, 10:01:08 pm
Absolutely beautiful cookie . I so admire crafty people. I didin't get that gene.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on September 20, 2014, 10:37:46 pm
love the quilt
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on September 20, 2014, 11:36:42 pm
The quilt is gorgeous, I used to do a lot of patchwork but you get to the stage when you think what am I going to do with these quilts, the grand kids all got them when they were young, I hate to,think where they are now, the DD  and DIL aren't sewers so they,have no idea the amount of time and effort I put into those quilts.  :-[.
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Post by: snappy on September 21, 2014, 12:17:37 am
AB, I am not a sewer but my mum is a quilter and knitter.  She has made a few quilts and knitted rugs for my boys and I am well aware of how much time (and love) she has put into them.  The boys adore them, many have been loved so much they need to be returned for repairs.  I am sure in a few decades when my boys leave home I will be sending their favourite quilts with them!
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Post by: courton on September 21, 2014, 12:32:35 am
The quilt is beautiful.

Just noticed an ad in the papers of a copycat TMX being launched early next year by Tefal. They want people to register their interest from now on!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 21, 2014, 12:52:49 am
Thanks for the lovely comments on the quilt. I feel it really makes our caravan home.
I will take heaps of quilts photos later this morning. When it stops raining  :'( :'( it feels  like it is going to last for ever.
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 21, 2014, 10:59:05 am
Love sparky the bug and the quilt cookie. The lap blanket is a good idea too.
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Post by: troupie on September 21, 2014, 11:34:06 am
Your quilt is gorgeous; I love doing patchwork and give away lots of things I make. Look forward to more pictures. It has been raining all day here and I have spoken to GD in Busselton today so know that you are also putting up with the rain.
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Post by: maddy on September 25, 2014, 03:35:59 am
Went to Queen Vic market & Costco (first time ever) on Tuesday.

At the market I picked up a smoked eel (haven't had one in ages!), a beautiful gooey French Brie, sage cheese & a cranberry cheese and a smoked applewood cheese....all cheeses were divine, and will make sure I buy lots more next time & vac seal them!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/208c1d0ca903dfb07eda87dcbfbfdbfc.jpg)

Picked up an electric blue Caroline Morgan frill jacket, & a couple of floaty summer tops

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/63b5a5334749c61e7fa8eadfc0469c5f.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/841d202129c1ded62f103bfc1fdeeb90.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/35c5e335f909f7832bffd424eee557aa.jpg)

Junior scored roller sneakers...which was a dumb purchase I now realise in hindsight (we have floorboards)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/578a6785d3f9b75d39dd8809ef346e62.jpg)

And DD scored more genie pants she loves, a jumper & bag.

Costco was interesting, and I found you just buy because its cheap, and its novel to see insuch large quantities.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/255d8ee56e315c6885e0bd0066265665.jpg)

......and for those who have got to know my love of all things Christmas....this 6ft nutcracker had me torn!!

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/e5b6ddb4121257b1bb0202c32949d396.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/24d41618ded9992d020564539d664db6.jpg)

....I was in love, but fact he was $415 made me re-think....but gosh, he would look just gorgeous on my verandah  :P
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Post by: BeezeeBee on September 25, 2014, 03:49:50 am
Our shopping queen is back! All hail Maddy 😄😃😆
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Post by: Merrilyn on September 25, 2014, 04:17:02 am
Love hearing about your shopping trips Maddy   :)
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Post by: goldfish on September 25, 2014, 04:20:07 am
Cookie.. Your photos are fantastic.. Thank you!!! :)

Maddy.... You're a shopping genius!! Still wouldn't surprise me if that handsome gentleman somehow turned up on your verandah ;D  Can just imagine your Dh returning home late one night after a few Christmas rounds with the boys to be personally greeted by same ..... ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on September 25, 2014, 04:49:34 am
Gosh Maddy we have missed your shopping. I am breathless.

I would love a Costco or an Aldi. I see you  bought some American goodies. I am afraid you will be sorely disappointed in the Monteray Jack chees after the french  cheeses! Love all of those.

Gert

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Post by: Jamberie on September 25, 2014, 07:00:20 am
Maddy, I think had the nutcracker been in a different shade...perhaps a mint green/candy floss pink, it would have been a competely different story...
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Post by: cookie1 on September 25, 2014, 07:53:47 am
I love your purchases Maddy. Especially the liquorice and Reece's chocolates. I didn't notice if they were peanut butter cups or not.
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Post by: judydawn on September 25, 2014, 07:57:22 am
Nice to see you out shopping again maddy although I'm sure you hadn't stopped, you just hadn't posted your purchases. 
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Post by: jeninwa on September 25, 2014, 08:01:17 am
Quote from: BeezeeBee on September 25, 2014, 03:49:50 am
Our shopping queen is back! All hail Maddy 😄😃😆
I'll second that BZB

I've missed your shopping trips, so glad you are back sharing your shopping with us Maddy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 25, 2014, 08:50:17 am
Great shopping Maddy.I love the Nutcracker,I agree it would look lovely on your verandah. ;) :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 25, 2014, 10:49:08 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 25, 2014, 07:00:20 am
Maddy, I think had the nutcracker been in a different shade...perhaps a mint green/candy floss pink, it would have been a competely different story...
I agree ☺️😀
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Post by: fundj&e on September 25, 2014, 11:23:31 pm
Eurolab Induction Cooker, only got it late afternoon yesterday and already loving it

it boiled 250 mls of water in 45sec

paid $55 last week
 
http://www.dealsdirect.com.au/eurolab-induction-cooker/?cm_mmc=Dispatch-_-APost-_-20140923-_-Product
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Post by: astarra on September 25, 2014, 11:54:25 pm
I have an induction cooktop Uni - love it!
So quick and much safer for the kids.  :)
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Post by: mab19 on September 26, 2014, 02:13:23 am
Great shopping everyone.

Maddy, nice to see you back in action. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 26, 2014, 08:35:15 am
We have an induction hot plate we use when travelling. In fact it is being used tomorrow to cook, and keep warm baked beans for 300 breakfasts.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 26, 2014, 08:49:15 am
Me thinks you need a wee holiday when this is over cookie. Ther must be world wide interest in this amazing event.

Gert
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Post by: Merrilyn on September 27, 2014, 05:13:09 am
I've done it!  Just ordered my new TM5, sooo excited.  I just couldn't resist  ;D  Now to await delivery.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 27, 2014, 08:50:54 am
How exciting Merrilyn :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on September 27, 2014, 10:43:07 am
Congratulations. Very exciting.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 27, 2014, 12:13:07 pm
I did some good damage on Thursday. New swimmers, board shorts, lingerie (finally out of the maternity bras!) a top, shorts and a hat. Took DH Friday got him some sunnies, a big brim hat and a rashie.

Then there is all the beautiful food we've been buying :) just cooking here. Don't feel like seeing anyone. It's lovely and relaxing.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 27, 2014, 12:53:05 pm
It sounds wonderful INAID. A little time for you and DH.
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Post by: maddy on September 27, 2014, 04:59:57 pm
Well this isn't very riveting, but definitely a long overdue purchase.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d6da1b12234cad000a5504e917a58522.jpg)

I love how wide the steps are, and has a platform for your paint bucket  8)
The ladder I have been using for years, is sooo rickety and don't know why I haven't replaced it much sooner  ???
....I thought it was reasonable for $79....but the bathroom primer & paint cost made up for it *ouch*
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Post by: djinni373 on September 28, 2014, 12:34:33 am
I do love looking at what you all have been buying. I especially love your shopping exploits Maddy! Welcome back ;D
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Post by: obbie on September 28, 2014, 08:04:38 am
love shopping online ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 28, 2014, 09:44:19 am
Great ladder Maddy. I think even I would go up that ladder.  :-\
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 28, 2014, 01:04:18 pm
So that's how you do it Maddy. Sure beats holding the milk containers.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 02, 2014, 05:35:47 am
We have a new addition to our family.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/10/02/a8ary6ud.jpg)

T5 is welcomed with love. I love the small things, like the way the basket locks in, and the butterfly. I haven't done anything with it yet as I am feeling a bit under the weather. I'm going to have a nanny nap and then use it.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on October 02, 2014, 05:56:24 am
Welcome TM5!

Hope you feel better soon, Cookie xx
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Post by: judydawn on October 02, 2014, 05:58:32 am
Is that a tear I can see on TM31 cookie, have you reassured him that he is staying with you LOL.

Get well soon so that you can put M5 through his paces.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 02, 2014, 06:46:43 am
yippee  :D what a shame you are not up to having a little play straightaway. While you rest, no doubt you will have a look through the cookbook.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 02, 2014, 06:48:24 am
Your TM5 looks very much at home with TM31 Cookie. ;D
I hope you feel better Cookie :-* :-*
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Post by: goldfish on October 02, 2014, 08:25:40 am
Duelling banjos come to mind, Cookie!  Can just see the whole scenario now... Complete with sound track! ;D

Hope your nap does the trick and you feel much better :)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 02, 2014, 10:27:00 am
Oh Cookie sorry you are feeling unwell. Tm5 does look good in your Kitchen.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 02, 2014, 11:00:23 am
Thanks all. I slept most of the afternoon. Throat is still very sore, perhaps I talked to much last week.  :D :D :D
I still haven't had a play but will in the morning.
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Post by: Merrilyn on October 02, 2014, 12:51:23 pm
Get well soon cookie.  Looking forward to hearing about your cooking experience with your new baby.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on October 02, 2014, 01:15:25 pm
Honey lemon, Cookie. And salt water gargle. Hope you'll feel better tomorrow xx
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 02, 2014, 02:01:19 pm
Hope you feel better soon Cookie.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 02, 2014, 03:21:30 pm
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/02/72b05e9f52d4ba06a3ebfbc62badd9cc.jpg)

I have tucked them both in for the night. Looking forward to playing tomorrow.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 02, 2014, 08:23:09 pm
They look good side by side Denise. ;D
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Post by: Emme on October 02, 2014, 08:55:55 pm
Those machines look good girls, looking forward to hearing what you think  ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 02, 2014, 10:55:07 pm
Hope you don't get a full dose of that cold/flu virus, I still have a cough after four weeks.  The baby's look great together.
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2014, 02:09:45 am
Mmm, we might have some little ones in the near future Denise  ;)
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2014, 05:13:01 am
received mine today.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 03, 2014, 05:28:34 am
WooHoo Robin I bet your busting to use it, actually you probably,have left work early and am at home on the kitchen NOW..😉
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 05:54:53 am
I'm very envious of you girls that have your TMX5's. Still waiting for mine. Maybe next week.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 06:48:37 am
Quote from: obbie on October 03, 2014, 05:13:01 am
received mine today.

Robyn, I can just see you in the kitchen with all 3 thermo machines, the kitchen aid, 5 in 1, dreampot and pizza oven all going at once.  ;D  You're lucky to have that big kitchen. Is everything able to stay on the bench?
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Post by: astarra on October 03, 2014, 07:56:04 am
Mich, Robyn's TM31 is at home on my bench now!!!  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 08:00:52 am
Yotam Ottolenghi's Plenty More arrived today. Can't wait to start cooking from it. Early night with a glass of wine and Yotam  :D

The other photo is what I'm donating to make room for my new cookbook.
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 08:03:10 am
Quote from: astarra on October 03, 2014, 07:56:04 am
Mich, Robyn's TM31 is at home on my bench now!!!  ;D ;D ;D

Well, lucky you Astarra  :D Have you got room on your bench for both machines?
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2014, 08:22:36 am
You're at it again Michele  ;D  Anyone who hasn't got the Alyce Alexander book, I'd suggest you jump at the opportunity of this one.
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Post by: courton on October 03, 2014, 08:33:54 am
Mich, I would love the alyce Alexandra book! I don't have that one but there are some great recipes.
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 10:14:57 am
I put the books in the tea room at work (saves me postage). Several workmates now own TMX's and it was snapped up. I copied any recipes I wanted. Haven't had a great response to previous cookbooks on here so just decided to donate at work. Any future ones will try again here.  :)
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2014, 10:26:56 am
Michelle, I sold my TM31 to Astarra :)

I still have my
TM5  Today
HMP
pizza oven
Kitchen Aid
Nu wave 5 in 1
Dream pot
Air Fryer

I am going to Cairns for the weekend shopping.......... ;D ;D ;D

Cooking sunday / monday before hospitial
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2014, 10:30:05 am
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 10:34:08 am
Looks like you have a very happy kitchen Robyn  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 03, 2014, 02:19:09 pm
Looks good Robyn.
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Post by: obbie on October 03, 2014, 10:31:28 pm
great they loaded.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 03, 2014, 11:11:42 pm
Have fun in Cairns Obbie.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 04, 2014, 06:25:49 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2014, 10:14:57 am
I put the books in the tea room at work (saves me postage). Several workmates now own TMX's and it was snapped up. I copied any recipes I wanted. Haven't had a great response to previous cookbooks on here so just decided to donate at work. Any future ones will try again here.  :)

I'm guilty of this sorry Mich. Absolutely love the cookbooks I have and can't wait to get home and try out more of Jamie's summer salads, now that it has warmed up.

Change in plans though. Family member has been diagnosed with terminal cancer so we are staying south to be with our family for a while. I drove all the way from Townsville to near Bundy as unfortunately hubby had to fly home. But he has flown in today and we are all together. Kids are happy to see us and us them. School and work can wait.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 04, 2014, 06:26:52 am
And Oops probably wrong area to post. But I did go shopping in rocky yesterday to break the drive ;) a bag, top and Jean shorts. :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 04, 2014, 08:52:17 am
Sorry to hear your sad news about your family member INAID. :-*
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Post by: kyton on October 04, 2014, 10:18:46 am
INAID sorry about your family member.

Just little things so far in Oahu - some new silicone baking sheets, a small biscuit dough "ice cream scooper", 4 big bottles of vanilla essence and a handy little doodad that holds zip lock bags open and upright so you can fill them.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 04, 2014, 10:21:51 am
INAID sorry to hear your news. School and work can indeed wait, family is extremely important.
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 04, 2014, 11:00:18 am
Well said cookie. Wishing you all the best INAID.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 04, 2014, 11:06:11 am
Sad news INAID, I hope all goes smoothly for you and your family.
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Post by: judydawn on October 04, 2014, 11:14:49 am
It's nice that you're supporting the family INAID, hard times ahead for them. 
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Post by: Bedlam on October 04, 2014, 11:33:28 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 04, 2014, 10:21:51 am
INAID sorry to hear your news. School and work can indeed wait, family is extremely important.

Feel exactly the same inaid. Take care X
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Post by: gertbysea on October 04, 2014, 12:36:54 pm
Sad news INAID . Make the most of every day. Nothing like cance to focus your life.

Gert
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 04, 2014, 12:54:55 pm
Thankyou so much all. I'm sorry I shouldn't have posted in this thread. It's a horrible thing to watch. I can only hope treatment helps her.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 04, 2014, 01:38:32 pm
McMich my eyes popped out when I saw that you were getting rid of Alyces book  :o I love that one! I adore how you cull your cookbooks and excess items and give so generously.  I was thinking of rearranging my cookbooks so I could house my TM31 in the kitchen. I have a shelf at the top for the less popular books, and the idea is that when it's time to cull they are in the diect firing line. After about 1 hour (or less) I put them all back where I had them, and sat old Thermie next to the new one.  still pondering, hate to think too much about first world problems  :-X
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Post by: mcmich on October 04, 2014, 08:47:44 pm
Sorry to hear about your family INAID. You will be a great support and comfort.

The more I get rid of the easier it has becomes CP.
Besides I have to clear the excess before the alzheimer's gets too bad and I forget what I was doing.
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Post by: obbie on October 05, 2014, 02:56:10 am
INAID sorry to hear your news.

what size are your kids, I have heaps of kids clothes to give away..
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Post by: astarra on October 05, 2014, 07:17:20 am
Sorry to hear your sad news INAID. Sending hugs.  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 05, 2014, 09:41:56 am
Quote from: obbie on October 05, 2014, 02:56:10 am
INAID sorry to hear your news.

what size are your kids, I have heaps of kids clothes to give away..

My kids? I think they are a bit smaller than yours. 4 and 6 are what I'm buying. But Lil is 3 and E 5.

Thank you all for your concern xoxo we will go in to see her again tomorrow.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 05, 2014, 11:57:37 am
Sorry to hear your news INAID :(
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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2014, 12:02:57 pm
Sending hugs to you INAID. Life can be a real bugger at times.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 06, 2014, 07:28:04 am
Met some friends at Hahndorf today for lunch, and had a lovely wander up and down the street and picked up some goodies along the way.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/05/b367be1b821e27efce21aec5ea242b90.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on October 06, 2014, 08:16:48 am
Very nice ES.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 06, 2014, 08:53:14 am
Great buys Sue :)
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Post by: gertbysea on October 06, 2014, 09:12:39 am
Great shopping Sue.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 06, 2014, 11:06:35 am
Lovely shopping ES.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 06, 2014, 11:18:40 am
Thanks everyone. DD is also very, very happy as she got a long awaited pair of ugg boots for half price.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 06, 2014, 12:52:54 pm
Hahndorf brings back lovely memories Sue
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Post by: djinni373 on October 07, 2014, 01:33:00 am
Quote from: Bedlam on October 06, 2014, 12:52:54 pm
Hahndorf brings back lovely memories Sue
Certainly does :)

We were out in Boorowa NSW at the Irish Woolfest over the long weekend. So much fun in such a gorgeous country town! Will post a couple of pics on the holiday thread. There was a big market in the main street on Sunday and picked these up. The poppy seed dressing (in the bag) is simply divine.

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Post by: Bedlam on October 07, 2014, 01:35:08 am
It's a hard job Djinni, someone has to do it.
I suppose you were in that beautiful camper?
Yes...I am envious.
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Post by: mcmich on October 07, 2014, 01:48:18 am
Very nice buys djinni.  :D
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Post by: djinni373 on October 07, 2014, 02:18:48 am
{Sigh} It was so very tough Bedlam ;D ;D ;D


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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 07, 2014, 08:47:10 am
Very nice camper van Gayle and the location was just beautiful.I like your purchases too ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 07, 2014, 09:40:44 am
Gayle I am envious. I remember passing through Boorawa some time ago. We had lunch in a park there. I would love to see the running of the sheep.
The accommodation looks 5 star too.

Lovely shopping ES.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 07, 2014, 12:46:15 pm
Lovely Gayle.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on October 07, 2014, 03:04:46 pm
Camper van looks very cool, Gayle 😎
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Post by: djinni373 on October 08, 2014, 04:41:29 am
Thanks girls. We are very happy with the van. Makes travelling a breeze. Only need about an hour and we are set to go. Just throw in some clothes, food and wine :-)) and we are good to go. Don't even need power or water for 4-5 days and no need to pack/unpack  8) 8) 8)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 08, 2014, 08:41:59 am
Sounds perfect Gayle.
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Post by: kyton on October 08, 2014, 08:55:36 am
Lots of clothes!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2014, 09:27:40 am
Our van is fully equipped all the time Gayle. Just add food and clothes appropriate for the trip. Crappy clothes and fishing gear for Monkey Mia, more clothes of a better quality for touring, no honey or fruit and veggies that can't be eaten in a couple of days for driving East.
But we do have to get the van out of the shed, fill the water tanks, prepare the WC, chill the fridge and fill the car. Definitely takes longer than an hour.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 08, 2014, 10:45:00 am
Or you can phone ahead, book a room with a well stocked fridge, flushing toilet and room service. Bliss!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2014, 12:53:52 pm
I'll let my DH know Gert.  ;D ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on October 08, 2014, 01:17:55 pm
If you like I can share this info with  your  DH. Cookie!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on October 09, 2014, 07:18:17 am
 :)my DH has been telling everyone, I like camping under the stars, all 5 stars... ;D

looks a great van  Gayle :)
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Post by: kezza on October 10, 2014, 10:29:48 am
I'm with u Obbie!!
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2014, 08:02:11 am
Well now I have a respectable set of cake forks

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/32AEBA1B-E2B2-4DE5-9976-C3A2F9F853D6-4708-0000045AA09C5FE0_zps956bf527.jpg)

Vintage style chairs for candle display props & the vintage sectioned tray, I thought perfect for the cupcake & macaron candle display...I have my first candle party booked in  8)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8D61AECC-5823-43E8-B125-96AE0D1C6B9D-4708-0000045BA9276BD5_zps1a67832c.jpg)

Pretty glass bottles for the reed diffusers I make, just for me at home ;-)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/9A3A5FB9-4116-4CB3-8D68-7076D507AC08-4708-0000045BE299DEB7_zpsd453dba6.jpg)

.....and this morning I paid the deposit for DD's study tour to Indonesia next year  :-X  I have 12 months to put the worry to the back of my mind!!
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Post by: mcmich on October 14, 2014, 08:06:07 am
Love the cake forks and  chairs Maddy  :D

DD will be fine - what a wonderful experience for her.  :)
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2014, 08:11:00 am
It will be...she is perusing this language in her VCE, so it will be invaluable to her.

What I thought was wonderful, is her teacher jumped & danced with happiness when she told her she could go...I left the decision til the last day, because of MY own travel fears...but I know I made the right decision for her   :)
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Post by: mcmich on October 14, 2014, 08:18:35 am
You absolutely made the right decision Maddy. We don't think we are good mothers unless we are worrying. Yeh, there a risk in travelling -she's young, we're mum's, we worry.
You've done your job in raising her to be a strong young woman.   :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 14, 2014, 08:20:59 am
Maddy the first time DD did that sort of thing I figured there was some safety in numbers. It doesn't help much, just a little.
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Post by: maddy on October 14, 2014, 08:28:50 am
True Cookie....DD had a point when she was selling it to me....."Would you rather me doing this trip on my own when I'm 18?, or with the supervision & safety with teachers?"

I  Know once she has that passport, I will lose her to the "world"....but this trip has me feel more secure  ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on October 14, 2014, 08:29:22 am
I love it when I see Maddy has been shopping .

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on October 14, 2014, 08:47:02 am
Great shopping Maddy and great excitement in your house too I imagine.  Bet DD cannot wait.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 14, 2014, 09:14:24 am
Fabulous shopping Maddy,you have great taste. 8)
Your DD must be so excited about her trip and you are a great Mum for letting her go :-* :-*
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Post by: mcmich on October 15, 2014, 06:54:59 am
Look what I just took delivery of.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2014, 07:32:40 am
How very exciting Mich. Now you can whip up a storm. Or perhaps not after last night in the Sydney area.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 15, 2014, 07:43:27 am
Lovely Michele. Enjoy your new "toy"!

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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 15, 2014, 07:47:33 am
Michele, lovely, enjoy.
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Post by: Emme on October 15, 2014, 07:49:16 am
Great shopping Maddy, love to see all the wonderful things you buy
I am sure DD will have a wonderful time and learn so much.  I know we still worry about them though.  :)

Michele, enjoy cooking with your new TMX

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Post by: judydawn on October 15, 2014, 08:05:58 am
Looking forward to seeing what you cook in your new model Michele.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 15, 2014, 09:02:45 am
Lovely Michele.Enjoy your new machine. :)
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Post by: jeninwa on October 15, 2014, 09:51:47 am
How exciting mich enjoy. Looking forward to seeing what you make first.
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Post by: astarra on October 15, 2014, 11:42:11 am
Hmmm, we just spent close to $1K on passports....... :P
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Post by: gertbysea on October 15, 2014, 11:49:37 am
OMG I hope they are all ten year ones.

Gert
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Post by: kyton on October 15, 2014, 11:50:07 am
Finishing all our shopping here in Hawaii. It was my birthday today so I went looking at diamond tennis bracelets. Will make the decision on one tomorrow LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2014, 12:25:38 pm
It sounds a lovely birthday gift.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 15, 2014, 12:36:55 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 15, 2014, 12:25:38 pm
It sounds a lovely birthday gift.
It certainly does. ;D
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Post by: kyton on October 15, 2014, 06:47:10 pm
I know I feel a bit, I don't know, "guilty" but it will be a combined anniversary (this year we were married 10yrs plus celebrated 25yrs together) / birthday / Christmas / next year's Anniversary present all rolled into one. I haven't gotten any jewellery since 2007 when my husband bought my anniversary ring. I love sparkly things and gave always wanted a bracelet - must be the bower bird in me LOL.
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Post by: obbie on October 16, 2014, 02:47:05 am
Kyton buy the bracelet, can't wait too see the photo :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 16, 2014, 03:05:51 am
if it brings you happiness and you can afford it - don't try and justify it, buy it and have no regrets. every time you look at it you will have special memories
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Post by: cookie1 on October 16, 2014, 03:18:08 am
Definitely get it, as CP says. You will have regrets for ever if you don't. I love bracelets and rings and pendants and brooches and........
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Post by: judydawn on October 16, 2014, 03:48:07 am
Some good clues there for your SS cookie LOL.
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Post by: kyton on October 16, 2014, 03:55:49 am
Am very lucky woman!(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/15/d45a67b1aad54efef3a645f549f969ef.jpg)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 16, 2014, 03:58:38 am
Um um happy Birthday, gorgeous present, enjoy it wear it often.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 16, 2014, 04:00:18 am
very beautiful, glad you went ahead. Hope you have had a wonderful birthday xCP
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Post by: Wonder on October 16, 2014, 05:27:37 am
Beautiful bracelet. Have a wonderful birthday.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 16, 2014, 05:28:10 am
Wonderful Kyton. Very happy fer ya.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on October 16, 2014, 05:47:00 am
That is wonderful Kyton, very nice.  Enjoy your birthday  ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 16, 2014, 06:24:49 am
Gorgeous bracelet kyton.
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Post by: kyton on October 16, 2014, 08:01:43 am
Thank you ladies xx
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Post by: jeninwa on October 16, 2014, 08:08:34 am
Love the bracelet Kyton.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 16, 2014, 08:35:16 am
It is truly beautiful. Congratulations.
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Post by: judydawn on October 16, 2014, 09:06:08 am
Just gorgeous kyton, lucky you.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 16, 2014, 09:08:56 am
Gorgeous bracelet Kyton.Great taste  ;) ;D
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Post by: Merrilyn on October 16, 2014, 10:47:08 am
Ohhh it's stunning.  Congratulations. 
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 16, 2014, 12:23:29 pm
It's beautiful :D
Happy, happy birthday
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Post by: obbie on October 17, 2014, 05:59:28 am
lovely bracelet Kyton.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 17, 2014, 07:55:25 am
I didn't mean to but this morning my legs went int Suzanne Grae and the rest of me had to follow. I buy most of my clothes there as I like them and the price. I came out with a nice dark T shirt that I felt was smart, a bright orange jackety sort of thing in linen, a nice black and white top and another black and white top I have been eyeing off for some time. I just couldn't help myself.
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Post by: kyton on October 17, 2014, 07:57:08 am
Nice Cookie, gotta say I love Suzanne Grae!
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Post by: judydawn on October 17, 2014, 08:08:36 am
Nice cookie, hopefully you can wear some of them in Hobart.  I've done most of my shopping at Katies lately but used to frequent Suzanne Grae's too.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 17, 2014, 08:54:57 am
Very nice Cookie 8)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 17, 2014, 09:24:05 am
Love the clothes Cookie, that bright orange /red is my favourite colour this year.
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Post by: troupie on October 17, 2014, 09:59:12 am
Clothes look nice and bright Cookie; I somehow imagined you were a blue person.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 17, 2014, 11:02:23 am
Blue is my favourite colour Troupie so you weren't far out.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 17, 2014, 12:12:11 pm
Lovely cookie. Good shopping.

Gert
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Post by: Amanda on October 17, 2014, 11:50:17 pm
Gorgeous bracelet Kyton - I love a bit of bling - and great threads Cookie!
I have just bought me a new theme for my blog - changes afoot!
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Post by: Emme on October 17, 2014, 11:52:07 pm
Great shopping Cookie,  blue is my favourite colour also but I do like those colours  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on October 18, 2014, 12:05:02 am
Love the color of that jacket cookie. A bit of retail therapy is always a good thing.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 18, 2014, 05:52:01 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/10/18/uqeduqa8.jpg)
Rocker and high chair for L for Christmas
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 18, 2014, 06:02:07 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/10/18/guzuvyna.jpg)

DH outfit for the funeral. He isn't too keen but I love it. I'm wearing white.
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Post by: mcmich on October 18, 2014, 07:10:47 am
What a lovely Xmas gift - L will love it.  ;D

Great tie.
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Post by: obbie on October 18, 2014, 07:20:39 am
lovely INAID.. :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2014, 07:30:26 am
Little L will love it INAID.  I like DH's outfit, will he wear it?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 18, 2014, 09:16:02 am
Great buys INAID  8)
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Post by: kyton on October 18, 2014, 09:23:20 am
Very nice INAID. Our funeral is Monday and we fly in Sunday night, will worry about clothes then!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2014, 12:23:45 pm
What gorgeous Christmas gifts. They will be loved.
I like the shirt and tie too.

As DD and I walked through Myer this morning she saw some shoes marked down. They were Sandler which I like. We found some that we my size at 50% off and I loved them so I bought them. When I paid it was another 25% off. I ended up with a great pair of Sandler shoes for $51. There was no way I wasn't buying them.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 18, 2014, 12:49:37 pm
Great buy Cookie. I went to Myer today too.  Wasn't looking for anything in particular but came out with a lovely Fossil handbag and wallet :o
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 18, 2014, 12:57:38 pm
You certainly has a bargain with the new shoes Cookie.

Nothing better than buying something that you didn't intend to buy Jamberie :D

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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2014, 01:34:16 pm
What a bargain cookie.  Myers was obviously the place to shop today girls.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 18, 2014, 10:07:48 pm
No no no ,  not shopping.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 18, 2014, 10:11:41 pm
Yes he will wear it Judy. He isn't keen. But everyone I've shown likes it.
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Post by: courton on October 18, 2014, 11:19:51 pm
Went to Sydney's refurbished and expanded Macquarie shopping centre yesterday. The place was buzzing with lots of people and activities. Myer had a 10 minute free session with a tarot card reader!!

Definitely worth visiting the Japanese Uniqlo shop which has basic clothes in superb quality at very good prices (@$20-$30). Of course, H&M is worth a visit as well.
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Post by: obbie on October 19, 2014, 06:33:10 am
courton did you have a reading.  I need to find another reader up here.. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 19, 2014, 10:28:34 am
DD and I went to uniqlo in The Emporium in Melbourne. She loved it as she had been in Japan. She bought a couple of lovely things there. One was a puff jacket with goose down in it. It's so light and she said very warm.
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Post by: courton on October 19, 2014, 12:07:52 pm
Obbie, the queue was too long! Uniqlo is fantastic!
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Post by: achookwoman on October 20, 2014, 11:13:19 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/10/21/yty8eqeh.jpg)

I have also posted this in the shopping thread.  A must have for Cheese lovers. $ 25 Readings.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 21, 2014, 01:06:13 am
I saw this advertised Chookie. May have to send an order to Readings. We buy a bit online from them.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 21, 2014, 01:27:38 am
Cookie, when I read through it this morning,  I thought of you.  You will love it.  Wouldn't be surprised if it was available in Tassie.  There is avery good book shop in Salamanca place.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 21, 2014, 05:59:12 am
Ooh thanks for that. I love book shops.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 21, 2014, 07:00:32 am
Looks a very nice book Chookie 8)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 25, 2014, 04:55:49 pm
Bev and I went to the market in Truro this morning.We were looking for a jack crab but the fishmonger only had hens.I did buy these though as I walked passed the bakery stall.Cornish Stoneground Wholemeal flour. ;D We did eventually get a jack crab in Falmouth this afternoon. :D I also bought some Beeswax candles and some Cornish Honey. :-))
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/2e3608fda83cae741c1ae18a9cadb47d.jpg)
Jack Brown Crab
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/17d6e8cfe97cbb8c1e2df4e22af1a56c.jpg)
My DB cleaned the crab into white and brown meat.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/64ebca31b5667fa72b359ad068efa6fb.jpg)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 25, 2014, 07:34:25 pm
Looks good CC looking forward to seeing what you produce with the flour
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Post by: droverjess on October 25, 2014, 07:43:45 pm
Great stuff CC , agree with bedlam!
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Post by: gertbysea on October 25, 2014, 08:59:10 pm
Yum. That is a good looking crab!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on October 25, 2014, 10:05:47 pm
That's interesting Denise,  I recently saw a recipe for crab and it mentioned white and brown meat but our blue swimmer crabs only have white meat so I didn't know what they meant.  I've never seen inside those huge crabs so now I know.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 25, 2014, 10:11:46 pm
I can't see the photos just ? In the squares on tapatalk. 😢😢😢
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2014, 10:35:44 pm
yum fresh crabs. :)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 25, 2014, 10:45:37 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on October 25, 2014, 10:11:46 pm
I can't see the photos just ? In the squares on tapatalk. 😢😢😢
That's weird Jen, they are there for me.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 26, 2014, 01:22:10 am
The crab looks a little like our mud crabs. It looks like fun CC.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 26, 2014, 08:47:04 am
Quote from: Bedlam on October 25, 2014, 10:45:37 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on October 25, 2014, 10:11:46 pm
I can't see the photos just ? In the squares on tapatalk. 😢😢😢
That's weird Jen, they are there for me.


Still can't see the pictures must be my tapatalk playing up again.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2014, 03:19:23 am
I have had to upgrade tapatalk as it won't let me post photos anymore. I hope I can work the upgraded version.
This is my shopping from TM Essentials. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/27/05793955d97f06915890bf772be62b56.jpg)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 28, 2014, 05:03:53 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/27/0fd9807514e2c71a9bf329f5274095e6.jpg)
I couldn't resist this, found a fantastic bookshop in Salamanca place
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Post by: Emme on October 28, 2014, 06:24:47 am
Oh gee Bedlam, I have both of Yoke's books and could have brought them down to Hobart for you if I had known you wanted them.  I am looking for someone to take them. I have been cleaning out my bookcase to make more room  ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2014, 06:31:23 am
I have both her books too and also her ebook. She has different methods to Chookie. I use her recipe and my method. I have been to lots of her classes.  She now does thermomix classes too. I haven't attended any of these.
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Post by: mcmich on October 28, 2014, 06:46:14 am
You've all done some great shopping.  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on October 28, 2014, 07:03:26 am
Quote from: Emme on October 28, 2014, 06:24:47 am
Oh gee Bedlam, I have both of Yoke's books and could have brought them down to Hobart for you if I had known you wanted them.  I am looking for someone to take them. I have been cleaning out my bookcase to make more room  ;D ;D
Never mind Emme, didn't you find them useful?
I gave been meaning to attend a class of hers, just not got there yet.
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Post by: mcmich on October 28, 2014, 07:12:29 am
A maternity nightie and scuffs from Peter Alexander's Baby Bump range for my stepdaughter - her baby is due end of December - early January and she told me the other day she was feeling old lady/frumpy. Hopefully this picks her spirits up.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 28, 2014, 07:45:20 am
It would cheer me mich, very kind of you.
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Post by: Katiej on October 28, 2014, 07:46:59 am
What a lovely gift Mich, I'm sure it will be appreciated.
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Post by: Emme on October 28, 2014, 07:54:06 am
Quote from: Bedlam on October 28, 2014, 07:03:26 am
Quote from: Emme on October 28, 2014, 06:24:47 am
Oh gee Bedlam, I have both of Yoke's books and could have brought them down to Hobart for you if I had known you wanted them.  I am looking for someone to take them. I have been cleaning out my bookcase to make more room  ;D ;D
Never mind Emme, didn't you find them useful?
I gave been meaning to attend a class of hers, just not got there yet.
I also had a sourdough starter from her and it died and now I use Chookies starter and Chookies method and am getting on much better with the sourdough.  If you would like her other book , please let me know and I will put in post to you, at least that way I will find a home for one of them  ;D Hopefully someone else may want the Wild sourdough one  :)
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Post by: Emme on October 28, 2014, 07:58:49 am
That is a lovely gift Mcmich and I am sure will cheer up your stepdaughter.  A very thoughtful gift.
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2014, 08:00:54 am
Lovely Michele, you are so thoughtful and I'm sure SD will love it and really appreciate your kindness.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 28, 2014, 08:24:01 am
It's lovely and bright Mich. It will definitely cheer her up.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 28, 2014, 09:19:58 am
A wonderful gift Michele.I'm sure she will live it.
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Post by: Wonder on October 28, 2014, 07:41:20 pm
Lovely gift Mich, I love Peter Alexander and all the items I've purchased have lasted very well.
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Post by: mcmich on October 29, 2014, 09:46:09 am
Dropped off the lingerie and nappies that I've been getting each week along with a few baby outfits.
Stepdaughter was really pleased, so glad as I don't want to tread on the real grandma's feet - need to show respect.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 29, 2014, 09:51:01 am
Hopefully she is a nice 'real Grandma' Michele.  Your step-daughter will soon learn what to tell her and what not to tell her.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 30, 2014, 05:42:18 am
I'm very torn over the celebration of Halloween (too long for this forum)!... However just had to buy this....it is strategically placed on DH's cricket bag ready for his arrival home today....
DD (age4) loved carrying it around the shopping centre and got lots of funny looks!(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/29/45feadaca4f8994efce90d81226ae89b.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 30, 2014, 06:55:16 am
LOL  :D :D :D
My DD would freak out :D :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on October 30, 2014, 07:00:15 am
Love it.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on October 30, 2014, 07:04:52 am
that is brilliant
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2014, 07:44:30 am
I love it but my DD would probably have a heart attack.
I don't really like Halloween, but I do have a bag of cheap lollies to give the kids who knock on the door. We had our fly wire door egged one year and it was an awful mess to clean up. I always ask the kids if they have a grown up with them. If they don't, they get nothing.
I remember one year a little one told for news that they had been out "Chicken Treating. ". Chicken Treat is the name of a fast food group over here.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 30, 2014, 07:58:30 am
Yes, I understand Cookie.
I don't like how 364 days we tell kids not to have lollies from strangers but tomorrow they can.  On the other hand someone in our new neighborhood puts a note and balloons in letterboxes around the street for those who wish to participate (it happens to be the street I grew up in and know many of the neighbors). The "neighbourly" feeling is quite uncommon these days and it is for that reason only that DD will do some t or t with some neighbors (WITH ME & DH!). We helped save a neighbor's life last year so we really value knowing your neighbors (but not too much!)
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Post by: judydawn on October 30, 2014, 08:50:34 am
There should be a warning before that posting Jamberie LOL. 
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2014, 09:03:29 am
I agree with you 100% Jamberie.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 30, 2014, 09:42:47 am
Love it Jam.
Don't love t & t.  Apparently I was the "only" mum that didn't let her children do it! So my daughters still say.
Bring in Thanks giving, I will participate with that .
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Post by: Jamberie on October 30, 2014, 09:49:00 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 30, 2014, 08:50:34 am
There should be a warning before that posting Jamberie LOL. 
Oops! Sorry if it gave anyone a fright!
The legs are just so spooky!
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Post by: jeninwa on October 30, 2014, 10:10:53 am
Love the spider Jam. Not a fan of t & t either.

Some lovely people gave me a gift voucher which i just had to spend.

Newwave airfryer
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/30/9dc0eae721e0a1647b7614bb5ece6b67.jpg)


7" cake tin that fits inside the airfryer and a olive and cherry pitter. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/30/0133767348317026669a43a7d41680bb.jpg)
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Post by: troupie on October 30, 2014, 10:16:43 am
Great presents JeninWA; don't like spiders (1000% or more) and same with t and t mainly because of safety of the kids.
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Post by: judydawn on October 30, 2014, 10:20:09 am
Great buy Jenny, obviously something you've been wanting - well done.
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Post by: Katiej on October 30, 2014, 10:46:25 am
Great shopping Jen!
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Post by: Bedlam on October 30, 2014, 10:57:02 am
Looks like you had fun Jen
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 30, 2014, 11:03:53 am
Great buys Jenny. Enjoy your purchases.
All I can say jam is ugh....yuck, yuck, yuck.
I'm not a fan of Halloween and the lolly from strangers things. Also very hard to get young children to sleep when others are banging on your door at bedtime too.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 30, 2014, 11:14:23 am
That's a gorgeous gift Mich
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on October 30, 2014, 11:18:35 am
Thankfully we don't live in suburbia so there is no t & t here. If kids showed up I would have to offer them dried organic apricots, medjool dates or fruit lol.
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Post by: jo_nz on October 30, 2014, 09:46:45 pm
I am not a huge fan of trick or treating either, but we are having a Halloween party this year. Last year DH and I had a work Halloween party to go to, and ever since, DS has wanted one. Also, I think entertaining a bunch of the kids friends here is better than sending them out around the streets. DS does want to go outside and knock on our door though 😄
My shopping has been decorations for the house - cobwebs, led lanterns, spiders, bright coloured ghost banners...
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Post by: Bedlam on October 30, 2014, 10:01:57 pm
Quote from: jo_nz on October 30, 2014, 09:46:45 pm
I am not a huge fan of trick or treating either, but we are having a Halloween party this year. Last year DH and I had a work Halloween party to go to, and ever since, DS has wanted one. Also, I think entertaining a bunch of the kids friends here is better than sending them out around the streets. DS does want to go outside and knock on our door though 😄
My shopping has been decorations for the house - cobwebs, led lanterns, spiders, bright coloured ghost banners...

That's a great idea Jo, the fun of Halloween without any risk or greed.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 30, 2014, 10:19:19 pm
I agree Jo and that is what I am n planning to do when DD is a little older :)
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Post by: Bedlam on October 31, 2014, 09:26:38 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/31/29df5cf6f1626bb9c606933b3eb6b8b9.jpg)

I bought this in Hobart, hadn't seen it around here. It's an all natural Chai. Made by Fraus.
Very nice.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 31, 2014, 10:06:30 am
Yummo my favorite (hot) drink Denise never seem that brand here in the west.
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Yum. I love my chai tea. I buy prana chai. It's from Melbourne.
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Post by: bluebear_74 on October 31, 2014, 01:21:35 pm
I love Chai Lattes! I bought a Aldi milk frother just to heat up milk to make them. So far the nicest I've tried are the Bondi Chai ones but they're expensive, I've tried the syrup and the Arcadia one but still not as good :(. Probably not going to be able to find that one here in Melbourne, Bedlam. I might try The Prana one though!
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Post by: jo_nz on October 31, 2014, 09:33:01 pm
Ooooh, DH has been shopping......a caravan!!!  We are going to collect it next weekend  ;D  I think any other shopping will now be on hold for a while.  ;) (good thing Xmas shopping is nearly done here)

The kids are going to LOVE it.  It's a 6 berth with 2 sets of bunks so we can take them and a friend each.
DH is so excited - we have been browsing for years, without being too serious, but now we are finally going for it.  Lots to learn!
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Post by: Emme on October 31, 2014, 09:37:22 pm
That is great news Jo, hoping you and family have a lot of fun travelling around in the caravan.  Exciting times ahead!
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Post by: goldfish on October 31, 2014, 09:41:04 pm
That's great, Jo!!  The whole family will enjoy it so much - and all the new wonderful experiences it will bring!!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 31, 2014, 09:44:45 pm
Wow Jo that's terrific purchase. 8) You are certainly going to have a ball using the caravan.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 31, 2014, 10:17:54 pm
Wow that is major Jo. It must be huge. How wonderful.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on October 31, 2014, 10:22:19 pm
Great Jo
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Post by: judydawn on October 31, 2014, 10:24:47 pm
How wonderful for you and the kids Jo, lots of holidays to look forward to.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 31, 2014, 11:56:44 pm
Fantastic Jo, building many wonderful memories .  We did the same whine ours were little but didn't have beautiful NZ to explore.
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Post by: troupie on November 01, 2014, 12:09:07 am
Wonderful Jo; you will have some great times. We have seen so much of Oz in our van although not going as far these days.

I haven't tried Chai; is it a chocolate drink or coffee?
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Post by: Katiej on November 01, 2014, 12:11:06 am
Great news Jo, I'm sure you'll all have a ball.
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Post by: kyton on November 01, 2014, 02:46:41 am
A new hall table. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/31/6ae0ff8f4b3340867f115a04c00ab723.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on November 01, 2014, 02:52:40 am
It looks good there kyton, love the little feet.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 01, 2014, 08:55:48 am
Great table kyton 8)
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Post by: obbie on November 01, 2014, 09:52:46 am
I bought a Vivofit  to track my steps, heart rate, by Garmin.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2014, 08:40:58 am
I'm still wearing and using my fitbit.
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2014, 09:41:02 am
I have 48 steps to go today for goal :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2014, 10:54:59 am
Is your goal 10,000 Robyn?
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 02, 2014, 11:18:48 am
Quote from: obbie on November 02, 2014, 09:41:02 am
I have 48 steps to go today for goal :)

That's probably a walk from couch to bed and you're done Robyn!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 02, 2014, 01:46:03 pm
I had my fitbit Ultra until just recently when it mysteriously went missing. Waited 2 weeks before upgrading to the fitbit flex in case it turned up and I remember cookie saying the wristband was hot in summer. It turned up about 2 weeks after purchasing the flex when I noticed the little puppies were vying to chew on something. On closer inspection it was my Ultra that had probably been snatched off the dining table and buried somewhere in the garden. Funnily enough I downloaded an app for $6.50 that will help you find your lost Fitbit. I went back to Woolworths where I thought it may have dropped out and it said there was a FB close by in the vegie section. I couldn't see it and I couldn't stalk it down...no wonder, the person wearing a concealed FB was on the move and making it hard for me! The app didn't reveal there was a FB at home within easy digging distance.  I still think the Ultra was better as it said how many stairs you've climbed and exactly the number of steps. Apparently there is a new Fitbit Flex out which will tell you all this, plus more. I wear it every day religiously and refer to it often. It works in well with Fitness Pal. cookie can you PM me your 'friends' details or something and maybe we can try and outdo each other in steps  :D There was a forum group there for a small time but I think it dropped off.
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Post by: courton on November 02, 2014, 08:51:40 pm
I was considering getting a fitbit but ended up getting Jawbone UP and am very happy with it. It is so comfortable to wear  and accurate. But 10,000 steps is difficult! The most I have done is 8200! Do you manage it CP?
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Post by: Bedlam on November 02, 2014, 10:14:25 pm
My DH bought me a groovy watch like thingy that connects to my phone.  Very handy as well as a pedometer you can check emails and messages( amongst other things). I have a Samsung note phone.
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Post by: jo_nz on November 02, 2014, 11:07:07 pm
Oh dear, CP, what cheeky puppies!
I still use my flex, although not quite as often. I wear it for a few days to check if my activity levels have dropped, but it's not much of a focus at the moment (plus I just got a new bike a couple of weeks ago and it doesn't record that anyway). I find the 10,000 steps easy enough to clock up on the days I don't sit down! If I am in the office all day it is a lot harder.
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Post by: Halex on November 02, 2014, 11:20:01 pm
Courton, I wear mine on and off. I walk to school and back in the mornings and thats a huge amount of steps, can't remember but I know that if I do the morning shift and the afternoon shift which I do most days I am well over 10,000 steps. Thats not even going to the gym.

I find it easier to do the steps if I have jobs, i.e. walk to the shops, post a letter, return library books etc. Walking to these places doesn't seem much but as part of a routine it clocks the steps up.

I used to play a little challenge, can't sit down and have a cuppa until  had walked so many steps etc.

My up hasn't been used for a little while, must charge it up and use again.

Hope this helps :)

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 03, 2014, 02:15:59 am
couton it is an effort for me to get up to 10,000 steps daily as I really have to work at it as I sit at the computer all day. It inspires me to take the dogs for walks and even longer walks if I'm low on steps. I  park my car in a remote spot of shopping carparks just to get the extra steps, and wouldn't quibble if I had to walk from one end of the shopping centre to another just to notch up a few more. The couple of hours that I need to charge it up always seem to be my most active and I kick myself that the steps are not being included for the day  :D What I do like about he flex is that its water resistant so I don't have to take it off.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 03, 2014, 02:31:09 am
I'm like you CP. I do my 10,000 some days but not others. I'm really not aiming for the 10,000 until my back is fixed. I do like to see how I'm going each day though. I will pm you my fitbit details. I know you won't growl at me for being slack. Unfortunately ironing doesn't do many steps.
I had to buy new bands for my fitbit on Saturday as I pull the band over my wrist and I have broken it. The band was getting a bit yucky anyway.
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Post by: courton on November 03, 2014, 05:19:31 am
I think you are right Halex and CP. Today I had to go to the shopping centre and have already done 4200 steps! Need to do more shopping rather than the sedentary lifestyle I lead normally!
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Post by: bluebear_74 on November 03, 2014, 11:58:37 am
I've had a Fitbit one for ages but my brother recently got one and we've been quite competitive with our steps some days. I sit at a computer all day at work so I struggle to get even above 3000! I get about 7-8000 only because I hope on the cross trainer after work most days.

I saw they've got 3 new ones coming out next year, 2 of them can read your heart rate.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 03, 2014, 12:54:00 pm
I have a pebble smart watch. Today I did 4500 steps. Only worked a few hours this morning. That's one of my better days. Normally when at work I average 2-3000 steps.

My shopping came from the US today. A mandolin, sausage maker for my kitchen aid, 2 pairs of salt water sandals (fuscia and yellow) and two nest smoke alarms (wifi connected etc).
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Post by: Wonder on November 03, 2014, 07:24:58 pm
I'm pretty active these days and go to the gym, long dog walks or a jog 5 days a week but years ago I used a product like the fitbit and it was great to get me thinking about the steps I actually take each day. I have a sedentary job so really need to make the effort and found that without going for a dedicated walk I would never get the 10,000. They are great to make you think  about and incorporate incidental exercise in your day.
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Post by: obbie on November 03, 2014, 08:50:49 pm
I love the vivofit, I have been walking today, I have done 2000 steps so far, in a hour. :)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 03, 2014, 10:02:24 pm
What site do you buy from inaid? Sounds like great shopping, love to hear how you go with the sausages.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 07, 2014, 12:53:20 am
The Australia Post parcel man just came. I have to go out and buy some food before we starve, but it is going to be hard leaving this at home without getting a sneak peek.(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/06/73e9386dd083bb5abfb80e8f62dfbbae.jpg)
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Post by: obbie on November 07, 2014, 03:09:41 am
I am averaging about 12500 steps per day now. :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 07, 2014, 03:13:13 am
That's a lot of walking Robyn, well done.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 07, 2014, 04:18:19 am
Well done.
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Post by: Wonder on November 07, 2014, 05:07:58 am
Well done Robyn that a great effort.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 07, 2014, 06:08:35 am
What I wouldn't do for some cheese right now Cookie, what a great read!
Great work with your steps Robyn!
I bought this mag for the first time today,  mostly because of the Thermomix feature (which will be a regular thing!). I like their fb page and the mag looks good too, a family oriented Donna Hay style :) (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/06/10c3b15a8c3db063426c27864e10b01b.jpg)
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Post by: Katj on November 07, 2014, 07:14:49 am
I also bought that magazine 'One Handed Cooks'. Aimed at mothers who have a baby in one hand I guess. I bought it at the airport news agency to read on the recent plane trip to Melbourne. I was also interested in the pages dedicated to Thermomix. A good magazine I thought.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 07, 2014, 08:57:13 am
Well done Robyn.
I will look out for that magazine girls ;)
Enjoy your new cookbook Cookie ;D
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Post by: obbie on November 07, 2014, 10:04:51 am
quite enjoying the walking, so far so good 2x a day.
kids are coming with me, soccer balls, or running back and forth. ;D,

if I do over7500 every day my cardiologist will be happy :)
averaging 12000
shopping tomorrow, instead of work ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on November 09, 2014, 06:24:40 am
hello I am after terry towelling training pants anyone seen them around

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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 06:34:05 am
Is there something you want share within uni!  It happens to all of us oldies! ROFLMAO!
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2014, 06:39:51 am
I used them when my girls were little Uni.

Found this comment on the Bub Hub website - "I got mine from Kmart too and they were $2 each(as they had 15% off store wide sale on) I bought 10 and they are fully washable. There called Fluffies terry towelling/foam lined training pants."


Found some here on ebay http://www.ebay.com.au/bhp/toilet-training-pants

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Post by: Jamberie on November 09, 2014, 06:54:41 am
Uni they are hard to come by these days.  Especially coming into summer. Babies r us (Toys r us) sell very good quality but super expensive ones, but I got most of DD's from Best and Less for very reasonable prices. I just had to take whatever colour was available.
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Post by: fundj&e on November 09, 2014, 07:08:21 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 06:34:05 am
Is there something you want share within uni!  It happens to all of us oldies! ROFLMAO!

you are nut case but I LOVE YOU Gert  :-*

Thanks ladies will try and find them for DD ,Eve did wee wees 3 times in the potty 2day  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 07:25:56 am
Quote from: fundj&e on November 09, 2014, 07:08:21 am

Thanks ladies will try and find them for DD ,Eve did wee wees 3 times in the potty 2day  ;D

Thank you for sharing Nonna.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on November 09, 2014, 07:29:20 am
Any time love, did u want me to buy some extra and send some up to u, no trouble at all
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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 07:31:22 am
Quote from: fundj&e on November 09, 2014, 07:29:20 am
Any time love, did u want me to buy some extra and send some up to u, no trouble at all


Ok but only the Orange ones. My washing machine ain't too gud.

Gert
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Post by: Emme on November 09, 2014, 07:41:48 am
Will keep an eye out for some too Gert. Don't know about the orange though  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 07:44:13 am
Quote from: Emme on November 09, 2014, 07:41:48 am
Will keep an eye out for some too Gert. Don't know about the orange though  ;D

Guess it dosn't matter as no one will see them!
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Post by: Jamberie on November 09, 2014, 07:45:43 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 07:44:13 am
Quote from: Emme on November 09, 2014, 07:41:48 am
Will keep an eye out for some too Gert. Don't know about the orange though  ;D

Guess it dosn't matter as no one will see them!
My gran always told me to wear good underwear everyday.... You never know when you might be hospitalised :D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2014, 07:53:15 am
Too right Jamberie!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 09, 2014, 08:26:28 am
😂😝😳
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2014, 11:10:42 am
Clean undies and a hanky. You never know when you may get hit by a bus.  ;D ;D ;D
I can just see them in ED saying, "get a look at this old chooks undies, they are orange!"  :-)) :-)) :-))
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 09, 2014, 11:22:50 am
Quote from: Bedlam on November 03, 2014, 10:02:24 pm
What site do you buy from inaid? Sounds like great shopping, love to hear how you go with the sausages.

Sorry Bedlam I've been MIA. You can but pebbles from Dick Smith. DH got ours when they first came out. He collects smart watches and has a few!
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Post by: jo_nz on November 09, 2014, 10:17:59 pm
Thanks for the giggles with my morning cuppa!

We collected our caravan over the weekend, and had our first adventures...The very first being the iPad Google maps app taking us to the Auckland cbd instead of to the camping ground! Not our ideal first drive with an extra 7 metres on the back of the ute. Then we didn't have time to drive back where we were meant to be before DH had to get to work, so we got abandoned (with caravan) on the side of the road in suburbia for a few hours.
But we had overall a really good weekend and looking forward to getting away again soon. Now to start loading it up with what we need - I get to shop for plates and cups etc, DH is sorting out a reversing camera and LED lights. The kids loved the bunks with their own lights/windows/curtains, and we found it so comfy - out like a light at bedtimes.
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Post by: Mama Fergie on November 09, 2014, 10:24:35 pm
Jo what a beautiful country to travel around in by caravan. I hope you and the family will have many memorable trips.
NZ is stunning  :D
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Post by: Wonder on November 09, 2014, 10:54:43 pm
Sounds wonderful Jo
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Post by: maddy on November 09, 2014, 11:12:32 pm
How did I not know Tenina had a new Ebook  :o
naturally purchased it, the second I discovered it!

Donna Hays Christmas edition mag...I really haven't been buying them of late, but there's several recipes I really want to make from this one.

2 thermo buddy's (genius)....I really could have used these on Saturday for transporting slow cooked beef ribs...everything I've tried to keep the lid on these things in transit, has failed.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/591e15ab703766ebe5600f436a1693b8.jpg)

Large quantity of antique style candle snuffers & wick trimmers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/804cd35c0c398d1ee36250e7c0a95508.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4150f8b13a42d3c6c7ff9b45cf5c2215.jpg)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8d083fac6b780367ae1c7943f333bfe8.jpg)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 09, 2014, 11:13:30 pm
Quote
Sorry Bedlam I've been MIA. You can but pebbles from Dick Smith. DH got ours when they first came out. He collects smart watches and has a few!

Inaid, I was referring to your delivery from the US.  Sausage maker etc, or do you just troll anywhere like me?
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2014, 03:59:33 am
I've bought Tenina's new book. I can't resist.
Maddy lovely shopping as usual.

Jo how exciting. I remember the first night we spent in our first caravan. DD was nearly 2. She fell off everything, DH and I crashed into everything and smashed our heads on corners etc. If someone had offered to buy it from us that night we would have said yes please. Now 31 years later we still love it. (well the newer versions of the first one). DH is busy building a camper trailer for Oonadatta, he thought it might be good for Tasmania too, instead of the 18ft caravan. Not as comfy but better on the ferry and hilly roads.
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Post by: jo_nz on November 10, 2014, 11:13:17 pm
I had to buy the new christmix book as soon as I saw it too.  Looks great, and I have added a few things to my present making ideas list.  We are having Xmas day at BIL & SIL's house this year, so I will have a look at what I think will transport well to contribute to the day. :)

Haha, cookie, DH smacked his head on a few things - but mostly because he just can't stand up in it.  But he's kind of used to that being 2 metres all (6ft 6in)
Ours is I think 23ft long (including the towing part - excuse my technical terms here!!) so pretty big and heaps of room. We had a bit of trouble getting it into our driveway when we got here because of the depth of the gutter - had to make a ramp with some planks of wood, and will need to do a better job of it next time!!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2014, 03:39:19 am
Practise makes perfect Jo. You will have lots of fun in it.
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Post by: mcmich on November 11, 2014, 05:07:07 am
The new Revive Café Cookbook 4 and Oh She Glows Cookbook. Both are really good. Got rid of some cooking magazines to make room for these new books.

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Post by: jo_nz on November 11, 2014, 10:52:17 pm
I didn't realise there was a new revive out......off to have a look... 😄
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 11, 2014, 11:19:07 pm
Jo ... did you go from Petone to Auckland???

I knew Revive 4 was out, but haven't bought it yet.  It will be interesting to see what you both think of it - I'm a huge Revive Cafe cookbook fan.  What is the Oh She Glows one like, Mich?
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Post by: jo_nz on November 12, 2014, 12:05:33 am
I will reserve the cookbook through the library and have a good look first 😉

Yes, we drove from Petone to Auckland on Friday, collected the caravan, stayed one night up there, drove to Taupo on Sat, and then home to Petone on Sunday. A lot of time in the car, but on the plus side, I started knitting a jersey along the way! Kids did really well considering the amount of time we had them cooped up in the car.
DH has already been shopping for the reversing camera, and just for something random found some mini salt and pepper grinders for the caravan. 😄 I am not the only shopper in the family....
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2014, 12:41:24 am
Love it.
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Post by: obbie on November 12, 2014, 03:59:15 am
vacuum cleaner

sharp convection oven

 :)
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Post by: Wonder on November 12, 2014, 04:27:48 am
A bit of online shopping while listening in to a call this morning  :-))

A couple of those bowl buddy's (thanks Maddy) and lots of Enjo. We've used Enjo for about 19 years, but I hadn't look at their products in a while after going to a market on the weekend where there was a stall, I bought some more tea towels and the window washer kit and they were so great I had another spend up this morning and bought a new kitchen multi purpose cloth and a body kit. The consultant must have known I would end up buying up big and gave us a considerable discount on the window cleaner kit plus gave us a couple of other freebies. It's expensive to start with but I know the products work and last a long time. I particulary can't wait for the make up remover wipes.

http://www.enjo.com.au/outdoor-care/2-in-1-window-cleaner-pack.html (http://www.enjo.com.au/outdoor-care/2-in-1-window-cleaner-pack.html)
http://www.enjo.com.au/kitchen-care/allpurpose-cloth.html (http://www.enjo.com.au/kitchen-care/allpurpose-cloth.html)
http://www.enjo.com.au/body-care/beauty-pack.html (http://www.enjo.com.au/body-care/beauty-pack.html)
http://www.enjo.com.au/best-sellers/chevron-t-towel-5-pack.html (http://www.enjo.com.au/best-sellers/chevron-t-towel-5-pack.html)
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Post by: mcmich on November 12, 2014, 07:11:20 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 11, 2014, 11:19:07 pm
Jo ... did you go from Petone to Auckland???

I knew Revive 4 was out, but haven't bought it yet.  It will be interesting to see what you both think of it - I'm a huge Revive Cafe cookbook fan.  What is the Oh She Glows one like, Mich?

Love Oh She Glows  :D I just converted a Lentil-Walnut Loaf but it wouldn't accept and it took me ages to type it out. Will try again another time.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 12, 2014, 08:47:59 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/12/09f3e32e33c6ba865f6900fa9a15e2cd.jpg)I couldn't resist this canvas. Will go to tapatalk and post photo.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 12, 2014, 08:50:11 am
Lovely picture Denise 8)
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Post by: mcmich on November 12, 2014, 08:55:15 am
The Canvas isn't really me but I'm loving that chair Bedlam, it's gorgeous.  :)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 12, 2014, 08:59:04 am
My DH had the chairs renovated recently.  Lots of  $$$. But they are from his family holiday house. He particularly likes how one still squeaks as you sit on it.
I fell in love with the giraffe, it's got lots of texture, oil painting,and beautiful eyes. a homage to our FC who loved giraffes also. Photo doesn't do it justice.(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/12/a5d73f8fc65a55436ee113994316ab0d.jpg)
The cushion needs to be sat on more and bedded down.
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Post by: mcmich on November 12, 2014, 09:04:40 am
I love that chair - I would be happy to come and sit on it to bed it down.  ;D
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Post by: astarra on November 12, 2014, 09:19:45 am
The chair is gorgeous....(& the giraffe is close behind in cuteness!)
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Post by: judydawn on November 12, 2014, 09:23:25 am
Unique pieces Denise, I hope FC gets to see the giraffe one day.  Would love to see his reaction.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 12, 2014, 09:38:00 am
Love the giraffe,  Wonder I too really like my Enjo , the window cleaner is fabulous and I like the floor mop thingy.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2014, 09:59:04 am
I love the giraffe Bedlam. It is so bright and colourful.
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Post by: obbie on November 12, 2014, 10:00:20 am
I have a enjo window cleaner on a retractable handle... great  :)
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Post by: KarenH on November 12, 2014, 10:17:01 am
After reading the review on Amanda's blog (Lambs Ears and Honey), I bought the new Annabel Langbein cookbook "Through the Seasons".  I bought it through ABC Online, and with their special offer I got a copy of her other book "Free Range in the City" included for free.  After even just a quick flick, I love these books!  Lots of quick, simple, fresh recipes with common ingredients - things that I would cook everyday, not just for special occasions.

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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2014, 11:17:30 am
I've never tried any of her books.  I'll be interested to hear how they go.
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Post by: obbie on November 12, 2014, 08:47:00 pm
The christmas cake I make is a Annabel Langbein recipe :)
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Post by: shellshadies on November 14, 2014, 06:48:56 am
Love coming home to parcel tickets from the postie, gotta love online shopping!
New tins, spatulas nd a Tupperware container from my sister :)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/13/e96a7d9488189a4ea9207e6adb117a97.jpg)
Got these off ozsale, unsure of price?
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From superkitchenmachine also got scrubies and little brushes
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Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2014, 07:44:48 am
Now to get into the baking SS.
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Post by: Emme on November 14, 2014, 08:59:08 am
Great shopping SS, those spatulas are wonderful  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on November 14, 2014, 09:26:07 am
Those spatulas are the best so far.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 14, 2014, 09:47:41 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on November 09, 2014, 11:13:30 pm
Quote
Sorry Bedlam I've been MIA. You can but pebbles from Dick Smith. DH got ours when they first came out. He collects smart watches and has a few!

Inaid, I was referring to your delivery from the US.  Sausage maker etc, or do you just troll anywhere like me?

Oh sorry! Amazon I think? Lol I just sent my wish list and my mum gave it to her American friends to sort out. :)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 15, 2014, 12:04:46 am
I bought a new computer, I need one to down load the mounting photos and for my computer sewing machine, now I have to learn to use one all over again, I think it has been about four years since I've had one, 😳😳😳😳
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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2014, 03:37:57 am
Enjoy it AB.
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Post by: kyton on November 16, 2014, 03:01:52 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/360x360q90/14/11/15/6fcb3ae89430fd08e172605401743352.jpg)

Peter McInnes was having a wholesale clearance today so I did a bit of shopping LOL.
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Post by: obbie on November 16, 2014, 03:21:38 am
kylie, can anyone buy there, or online.
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Post by: kyton on November 16, 2014, 04:25:34 am
I'm not sure whether it was all their outlets Robyn or just Newcastle. They are the distributor of Kitchenaid plus a few other brands.
When we returned home from Sydney yesterday, we noticed signs all along the expressway advertising a weekend sale - so I decided to go and have a look LOL.
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Post by: goldfish on November 16, 2014, 04:42:09 am
Gorgeous, Kyton!!  They all look wonderful!!  Well done!! :D
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Post by: judydawn on November 16, 2014, 04:43:08 am
You bought heaps kyton!  I wouldn't have room to put all that in my cupboards.
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Post by: kyton on November 16, 2014, 05:56:10 am
Lol the joy of a 6m long pantry!
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Post by: goldfish on November 16, 2014, 06:33:24 am
Quote from: kyton on November 16, 2014, 05:56:10 am
Lol the joy of a 6m long pantry!

GASP!!

(Eyes have just turned a scary shade of green!!!! )
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Post by: kyton on November 16, 2014, 07:18:52 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/360x360q90/14/11/15/582c6b00c60a679dde710f08b011ee40.jpg)(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/360x360q90/14/11/15/70e8bcfa59ab5a8a2a4b13e3237f89df.jpg)

Love my pantry!
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Post by: goldfish on November 16, 2014, 07:25:59 am
Ohhh, kyton!! Me too!!!!  Oh my giddy aunt!! What I wouldn't give for that space!!   ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Katiej on November 16, 2014, 07:27:03 am
Wow that looks like a supermarket, not a pantry. Very impressive!
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Post by: obbie on November 16, 2014, 07:33:11 am
I would love that pantry :) :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 16, 2014, 08:12:37 am
You've made us all envious kyton, wow what a gorgeous space.  Lucky you!
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Post by: kyton on November 16, 2014, 08:17:42 am
Thanks for the kind words ladies. Since this is our forever house I told the designer that I wanted storage, storage and more storage. My pantry is one of my most favourite things!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 16, 2014, 09:05:57 am
Great buys and fabulous pantry Kyton 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 16, 2014, 10:19:04 am
Quote from: goldfish on November 16, 2014, 07:25:59 am
Ohhh, kyton!! Me too!!!!  Oh my giddy aunt!! What I wouldn't give for that space!!   ;D ;D ;D
Me too!
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Post by: gertbysea on November 16, 2014, 11:24:03 pm
And I thought my walk in pantry was pretty big! I have just down sized it to a wee step in. LOL! Wonderful Kyton.


gert
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Post by: Bedlam on November 17, 2014, 12:30:21 am
Kyton, one word,WOW.  Lucky you.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 17, 2014, 01:45:08 am
What an amazing pantry. I saw a house with a long pantry like that after we built our house. I am so envious as I would love to have built something like that.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 17, 2014, 02:16:57 am
that's the perfect pantry alright (very neat and organised too)
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Post by: djinni373 on November 17, 2014, 02:27:59 am
Quote from: kyton on November 16, 2014, 07:18:52 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/360x360q90/14/11/15/582c6b00c60a679dde710f08b011ee40.jpg)(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/360x360q90/14/11/15/70e8bcfa59ab5a8a2a4b13e3237f89df.jpg)

Love my pantry!

Me too! I want one!
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Post by: kyton on November 17, 2014, 03:03:48 am
I have another space same sort of dimensions in our pool house. It doesn't have shelves as it is used to house all the pool floats and outdoor furniture cushions as well as the recess for the fridge.

Told ya, I love storage LOL.
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Post by: mab19 on November 17, 2014, 03:35:33 am
Wow what an amazing pantry and so tidy too. :D
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Post by: Katj on November 17, 2014, 05:37:23 am
What an awesome pantry! What I wouldn't give for that space.
Mine is  very cramped, amazingly I do know where everything is though.
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Post by: shellshadies on November 17, 2014, 05:58:29 am
I love it kyton, still to do renos in the kitchen, maybe I can fit one of those beauties somewhere 😂
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Post by: KarenH on November 17, 2014, 06:58:05 am
Quote from: Katiej on November 16, 2014, 07:27:03 am
Wow that looks like a supermarket, not a pantry. Very impressive!

I was saying exactly the same thing to DH when I showed him the photo!  Amazing pantry.  And so very tidy too  ;)
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Post by: Emme on November 17, 2014, 08:36:07 am
That is a wonderful pantry, no wonder you love it, I would too!!
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Post by: Emme on November 18, 2014, 03:39:41 am
Well I finally gave in and bought an Easy Cook with air fryer insert.  (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/17/462b14bdff92367e6f3f33cb2f52fabb.jpg)
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Post by: troupie on November 18, 2014, 08:59:42 am
What an amazing panty Kyton; mine is small by comparison and usually untidy. You would be able to find everything with one glance.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 18, 2014, 09:18:02 am
Looks good Marie, need to see the proof in the pudding ( lol, well I think I'm funny!)
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Post by: obbie on November 18, 2014, 09:10:12 pm
looks good Marie :)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 18, 2014, 09:23:00 pm
What are you cooking in it Marie?

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on November 18, 2014, 09:29:31 pm
kyton your pantry looks amazing.

Marie looks good, what will be the first thing you cook
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 18, 2014, 10:08:15 pm
That looks good Marie, I just gave my Turbo Oven to my daughter, I love the lid lifter on yours my was a pain you had to have a wire rack to put it on when you wanted to stir or adjust anything.
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Post by: kyton on November 18, 2014, 10:28:44 pm
Marie, will be interesting to see if you love it. I have been resisting buying an air fryer so far but am becoming more interested.
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Post by: Emme on November 19, 2014, 02:51:49 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 18, 2014, 09:23:00 pm
What are you cooking in it Marie?
Gert
I have taken a piece of pork out of the freezer, will cook tomorrow.  It has an 11 litre capacity although there is a bigger one of 13 litres so quite a lot of room.  I don't know whether it will be as effective as an air fryer as the real thing but I think we will manage okay with the insert.  It goes to 250 degrees so should be okay.  Time will tell.
Kyton, will certainly let you know how it goes.
AB, I think the hinged lid would be better than the one you had to have the wire rack for. 
 
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Post by: mcmich on November 19, 2014, 08:41:32 am
Looks good Marie, will be interested to see how it goes.  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 19, 2014, 01:31:02 pm
How did the pork go Marie?
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Post by: Emme on November 20, 2014, 01:01:26 am
The pork came out really well CC.  Have posted photo on the cooking thread.  I do like the fact that you can see how things are cooking without opening the lid every time.  Early days yet but so far so good.
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Post by: Kayc on November 20, 2014, 02:48:08 am
I too have an Easy Cook, but without the hinged lid. I have a small bench area and I find it a pain having to find a place to put the hot lid.  Wish I had paid the extra for the hinged lid
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Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2014, 04:04:25 am
Our Easy Cook is very old. I do love the idea of the hinged lid.
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Post by: goldfish on November 20, 2014, 09:24:35 am
Emme - I'm giving some serious thought to this one . . .you've gone done led me astray, you have!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on November 20, 2014, 09:29:05 am
I am looking too.
 Last week i bought a new convection microwave, and a  JO home cooker.
something I could cook at work, and then bring home.
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Post by: Bootobethin on November 20, 2014, 12:17:44 pm
Sorry for the question but what is a JO home cooker? Sounds interesting.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 20, 2014, 02:00:56 pm
JO = Jamie Oliver
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Post by: Bootobethin on November 20, 2014, 04:03:08 pm
Thanks
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on November 20, 2014, 09:30:21 pm
Quote from: goldfish on November 20, 2014, 09:24:35 am
Emme - I'm giving some serious thought to this one . . .you've gone done led me astray, you have!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Sorry about that Goldfish, don't race in yet.  It does take up quite a bit of space, bit larger than what I thought .  Will attempt some chips in the air fryer insert at the weekend and see how they turn out .  Will let you know
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Post by: shellshadies on November 21, 2014, 05:23:48 am
Went into townsville today little spot of shopping, went to howards storage world and picked up new tea and sugar canisters, also these cute icecream tubs! They hold 1lt each
Also a new cake tin ( going to use this one for future Cobb loafs, and mini loaf tins for dinner rolls :)(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/20/63aaedc25ee41783f6a9dd244156bb8d.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on November 21, 2014, 06:19:09 am
Nice to see you love to shop like the rest of us SS  ;D
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Post by: Emme on November 21, 2014, 06:43:12 am
Great shopping SS.  :)

Goldfish, cooked chips in the Easy Cook tonight and they were just the way we liked them.  I think however that because the Easy Cook is larger than the Air Fryer the Easy Cook takes a little longer to cook the food.  Overall I am very pleased with the Easy Cook and feel it will get quite a bit of use. 
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on November 21, 2014, 07:42:29 am
Thanks, Emme... The pork you did looks fantastic! Will certainly give it some more serious consideration! :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 21, 2014, 08:52:37 am
Great shopping SS 8)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 21, 2014, 08:58:29 am
Glad you could join us SS. Good shopping. Where is Hally?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on November 21, 2014, 09:29:51 am
Don't know Gert.

SS I love the shopping and especially the icecream containers.
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Post by: obbie on November 21, 2014, 10:01:05 am
Looks good SS :)
must go to Cairns soon and do a big shop :D
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Post by: shellshadies on November 21, 2014, 12:51:41 pm
Oh ladies! I looove shopping? Definitely a given I live 50ks from the shops, online shopping definitely gets a work out tho.. I have 2 Maxi dresses turning up next week :)
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Post by: gertbysea on November 21, 2014, 08:25:47 pm
We love online shopping.

Gert
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Post by: Katj on November 22, 2014, 06:40:44 am
Does anyone know where I can buy Confectioners Rice Paper ? I want to make some nougat for Christmas gifts. I'm in Perth. :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on November 22, 2014, 07:17:23 am
Quote from: Katj on November 22, 2014, 06:40:44 am
Does anyone know where I can buy Confectioners Rice Paper ? I want to make some nougat for Christmas gifts. I'm in Perth. :)
I saw this on a website recently.
http://www.thesugarbox.com.au/store/pc/Wafer-Rice-Paper-Designs-c121.htm
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: EmeraldSue on November 22, 2014, 10:09:53 am
Try your local Asian grocer or cake decorating shop
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Post by: achookwoman on November 22, 2014, 10:29:16 am
good shopping girls.  i know why i keep away from this thread. no, Emme i don't need a new appliance.
today did a run through Bunnings.  bought pool liner for wick garden, some seedlings.  tent pegs to pin down netting over berries, orchid food and the usual bits and pieces that i don't really need.!
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Post by: trudy on November 22, 2014, 10:32:03 am
Katj, you can buy rice paper in the supermarket.  It's usually in the spot where you find things to do with icing. 
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Post by: cookie1 on November 22, 2014, 11:38:34 am
If you haven't hD any success Katj give Kitchen Warehouse a call. They would possibly have it.
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Post by: Katj on November 22, 2014, 01:14:42 pm
Thanks girls, will get onto it first thing on Monday. I have tried Asian Shops without success. Will let you know where I locate it.
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Post by: Wonder on November 22, 2014, 08:01:34 pm
Katj, I'm in Melbourne but I've bought it before from Middle Eastern grocery strores here.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2014, 01:48:55 am
Seeing I am mainly on sit down duties I needed a couple of cookbook to read.
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katj on November 23, 2014, 06:59:52 am
Enjoy your new cookbooks Cookie , nothing nicer than sitting with a cuppa and a new cook book .
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Post by: judydawn on November 23, 2014, 07:06:59 am
I agree entirely, getting some ideas for Christmas cookie?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 23, 2014, 08:55:17 am
Enjoy your rest with the cookbooks cookie :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2014, 09:53:39 am
I have so many Christmas cookbooks it isn't funny. I still bring them all out every year and look through them. Then decide to have the same things we have every year as it is tradition.  ;D ;D
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Post by: mcmich on November 23, 2014, 09:53:50 am
You can't go wrong with Women's Weekly Cookbooks - rest up and enjoy the books Cookie.

I need another cookbook like a hole in the head but while we have been away, we have eaten at The Cardamom Pod at Byron Bay, it a Hare Krishna restaurant and to quote DH " I didn't expect it to be bad but didn't think it would be this good." The food was excellent. So I couldn't resist this cookbook.
We also ate at Mana Haven, the Adventist café which was a mix of vegetarian and vegan, also really good food.

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Post by: obbie on November 23, 2014, 09:57:52 am
Michelle,you never know where you find good food these days. :D


some fancy restaurants have crappy food / service
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Post by: troupie on November 23, 2014, 10:03:35 am
Cookbook looks great Cookie; I haven't done much cooking or anything else for that matter, for the last few weeks as I am still coughing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 23, 2014, 11:23:08 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 23, 2014, 09:53:39 am
I have so many Christmas cookbooks it isn't funny. I still bring them all out every year and look through them. Then decide to have the same things we have every year as it is tradition.  ;D ;D

Same here Cookie
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on November 23, 2014, 11:24:38 am
Quote from: troupie on November 23, 2014, 10:03:35 am
I haven't done much cooking or anything else for that matter, for the last few weeks as I am still coughing.
Get well soon Troupie. :-* Those nasty bugs are a devil to get rid of.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 23, 2014, 01:02:58 pm
Quote from: mcmich on November 23, 2014, 09:53:50 am
You can't go wrong with Women's Weekly Cookbooks - rest up and enjoy the books Cookie.

I need another cookbook like a hole in the head but while we have been away, we have eaten at The Cardamom Pod at Byron Bay, it a Hare Krishna restaurant and to quote DH " I didn't expect it to be bad but didn't think it would be this good." The food was excellent. So I couldn't resist this cookbook.
We also ate at Mana Haven, the Adventist café which was a mix of vegetarian and vegan, also really good food.


Glad you are enjoying your holiday Mich and being very disciplined with your vegan diet.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2014, 01:25:19 pm
Troupie that is awful. Have you seen the doctor?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 23, 2014, 09:00:25 pm
Troupie, my cough hung around for about three weeks after I was over the cold symptoms, I found a spoonful,of Manuka honey was the answer.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 23, 2014, 09:32:24 pm
", we have eaten at The Cardamom Pod at Byron Bay, it a Hare Krishna restaurant and to quote DH " I didn't expect it to be bad but didn't think it would be this good." The food was excellent. So I couldn't resist"

Not surprised you like that restaurant my DSand DIL used  to make food for that place as well as another at Brunswick Heads..

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on November 23, 2014, 10:18:56 pm
That book looks lovely Mich. The Hare Krishna restaurant in Melbourne has always had quite a good reputation but I've never been able to get DH or the kids to eat there - might be time I tried again.
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Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 05:33:34 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 23, 2014, 09:32:24 pm
", we have eaten at The Cardamom Pod at Byron Bay, it a Hare Krishna restaurant and to quote DH " I didn't expect it to be bad but didn't think it would be this good." The food was excellent. So I couldn't resist"

Not surprised you like that restaurant my DSand DIL used  to make food for that place as well as another at Brunswick Heads..

Gert

I was thinking of your DS and his family when we ate there Gert - I remember you posting the photo of him when he left the school he was working at and leaving for overseas. How are they going?
Wonder, get the family to have a go, the atmosphere was really good with some live Krishna music, very peaceful.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 05:47:40 am
Another purchase today  :o We are home again and I've come back with a renewed enthusiasm to minimalise. I walked into the store intending to buy a Kindle and spotted an ipad mini at not that much more cost and have left with a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4.  :-))

I have managed to get onto the internet and next I will see if I can take a photo and post it on the forum.  

I'm not a big fan of the cover - it's not a Samsung one but I wanted red, so next I'm off to Helene's site to purchase a Kribit. I need some scrubbies and spatulas for myself and for Xmas gifts.  
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on November 24, 2014, 06:14:54 am
Theses things happen Michele. Lol!

The Hare's are doing fine in India. They have been here a year now.

Gert



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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2014, 06:16:49 am
looks good Michelle. I must start chrissie shopping for the kids.
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Post by: troupie on November 24, 2014, 06:21:20 am
Yes Cookie have been to Dr. In left lung. Have tried the honey AB, sooths and good on toast but didn't work for this one. You girls are amazing with all your on line shopping.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 24, 2014, 08:18:37 am
Take care Troupie.
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Post by: judydawn on November 24, 2014, 08:27:01 am
I like the website you found on your new tablet Michele  ;)

I had this fan installed in my bedroom today, luckily I found out early in the season that the previous one wasn't working.

I have also been to my football club to renew my membership for 2015 - the kids in Melbourne give it to me for Mothers' Day and my birthday.
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Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 08:30:45 am
Nice fan JD - I love sleeping under a fan versus aircon.
Lovely gift from your kids too.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 24, 2014, 08:59:14 am
Great buy Michele. ;D

The fan looks lovely Judy 8) Never enough hot days here in the UK to need fans on the ceiling. :D  :D
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Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 09:13:46 am
CC, have you got a recent photo of Louis that you are willing to share? He must be a big boy by now.  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 24, 2014, 09:25:24 am
I'll email you one Michele :-*
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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2014, 09:30:52 am
fans, aircon, yes I use them everyday now.. :)
pool table 2morrow for kids
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Post by: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 11:43:56 am
Good idea Judy and yes very fortunate you knew it wasn't working.
CC can I see Louis too, please. X I understand not posting him on the web.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 11:56:38 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/24/a66dad21adb2aa188d987ba00d97bfc4.jpg)

Bought this today and had zucchini pasta for dinner, yum. Love this little beauty.
Cauliflower rice and now zucchini pasta feeling so healthy!
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Post by: judydawn on November 24, 2014, 12:21:12 pm
Looks easy enough to use Denise. I've bought similar gadgets for others but never thought to buy myself one. Do you then just steam the zucchini?
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Post by: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 12:38:28 pm
I stir fried the zucchini Judy and then added some tomato pasta sauce and served with AF salmon, delicious.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 24, 2014, 12:51:44 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 11:43:56 am
CC can I see Louis too, please. X I understand not posting him on the web.
I've emailed you Denise ;D

Love your slicer. 8)
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Post by: judydawn on November 24, 2014, 01:27:19 pm
It sounds lovely Bedlam.
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Post by: Emme on November 24, 2014, 08:33:33 pm
Troupie, hope your cough clears up soon  :)

Great buy Michele, have thought of buying another ipad just for recipes.

Denise, that slicer looks great.
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Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 09:11:49 pm
Great vegetable gadget Denise. Is it easy to use? Sounds like something I would use if it is easy to work.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 09:24:45 pm
Yes Mich, very easy.  I have been wondering how people make vege "spaghetti ". This gadget does it well. Unfortunately it is my third purchase, the other two didn't do the job!
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Post by: mcmich on November 24, 2014, 09:32:59 pm
Thanks Denise, will look at getting one. I have a small cylinder type one that doesn't work very well at all.
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Post by: Wonder on November 24, 2014, 10:20:08 pm
Denise I like the look of that one, I've got one of the cylinder one and while i find it works ok i seem to get a bit of waste. Is there much waste with this one?
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Post by: Bedlam on November 24, 2014, 10:30:04 pm
No I was happy as there wasn't a lot of waste. This machine processes about 8cm at a time and leaves about 1/4 cm piece in the bottom.  I think I might start popping the small amount of waste in a bag in the freezer for my stock paste.
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Post by: thermo18 on November 25, 2014, 04:53:09 am
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on November 25, 2014, 04:55:37 am
I was looking at something similar to that this morning at Kitchen Warehouse Bedlam. (DH took me!) I was wondering if I would use it. I have done the zucchini pasta before. Where did you get it please?

Great purchases thermo18.
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Post by: thermo18 on November 25, 2014, 05:00:30 am
Just received the new Cooking for me and you, wasn't sure if I would get it as I had the other one, which is also a lot cheaper but will give that one to my mum. It's such a lovely book and I think the first time every recipe has a picture which I love.
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Post by: thermo18 on November 25, 2014, 05:02:59 am
Haha trying to work out how to use tapatalk and the picture went before I started to type.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 25, 2014, 05:05:29 am
Cookie, I bought mine in matchbox but they appear to be the same price everywhere. $49.95. They have a 5 year warranty and appear well made. I thoroughly enjoyed the zucchini pasta and will try and use it often. Giving the HFLC principles a go ATM.(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/25/37d66945dbbd5af07b6364e4eb889716.jpg)
2seconds to do one zucchini with the waste.
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Post by: courton on November 25, 2014, 05:56:00 am
I am trying to do the same Bedlam.  Still trying to come to grips with macros etc. Are you following any particular person's method?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on November 25, 2014, 06:01:04 am
I bought the same spiral slicer today as Bedlam - will give it a whirl tonight. Don't know whether to go with cauliflower rice or zucchini pasta?

$49.99 is better than what I paid. I purchased from The Essential Ingredient and paid $57.95.
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Post by: judydawn on November 25, 2014, 06:07:57 am
The new Cooking for Me and You looks nice thermo18.
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Post by: thermo18 on November 25, 2014, 06:13:15 am
It is Judy, and I love every recipe has a picture, let's hope the finish product looks like the picture 😄, and been a bigger size book a lot easy for my eyes
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Post by: JulieO on November 26, 2014, 08:07:22 am
Nice looking book and the index sounds good.  :D

Have had a good day doing a little shopping in Adelaide. Bought a couple of nice dresses from Jacqui e. One of them reduced by $90! So I was happy about that.  Then went to the Back Centre on Anzac Hwy to get a new pillow which feels wonderful - looking forward to trying it out tonight.  Also about a week ago we bought a Sleep Number bed where each side can be pumped up or down to our individual setting.  So impressed with it so far, so comfy.  ;D

Tomorrow will be paying for a car service then petrol home  :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 26, 2014, 08:43:29 am
I bought a Sonis audio player for the beach house rental that hooks up to the wifi and internet and have spent the good part of a day setting it up and listening to some really music here at home. I can see myself getting quite attached to it as the sound is brilliant. They currently have a special where you get a years free membership to Deezer so you have a huge range of music and digital radio to listen to.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 26, 2014, 08:47:17 am
You certainly had a productive shopping day Julie ;D

Nothing like music to lift the spirits CP.Will you part with the sound system now :D :D
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Post by: obbie on November 26, 2014, 08:55:08 am
started the chrissie shopping yesterday, finished today. just have to wrap.

Kids will be happy with the big pressies. :) :) :)

Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on November 26, 2014, 11:05:51 am
Quote from: courton on November 25, 2014, 05:56:00 am
I am trying to do the same Bedlam.  Still trying to come to grips with macros etc. Are you following any particular person's method?
I have copied the Banting lists, green- eat all you want,orange- limited and red - none.
My 16 year old nephew has lost 20 kilos eating this way.
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Post by: courton on November 26, 2014, 11:15:54 am
Great clue bedlam! I will print out the list and stick it on the fridge. Thank you. :-*
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Post by: Bedlam on November 26, 2014, 10:18:16 pm
Just looking at the shrinking hubby web page ( she has a lovely Salmon with pesto zucchini noodles recipe) but suggest buying a gefu spiriluzer through raw foods store using the code SHRINKINGHUBBY at checkout you can get 10% off the marked price of $49.95.
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Post by: Bootobethin on November 27, 2014, 04:07:14 am
Just bought the spiralizer from that website. Whish I had had the code. Oh well.
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Post by: Katiej on November 27, 2014, 04:35:14 am
Thanks for the code Bedlam!
I already have a different brand of spiralizer that works well so I don't need to buy one, but here's a good website (& Facebook page) to check out for ideas and recipes:

http://www.inspiralized.com/
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Post by: mcmich on November 27, 2014, 05:52:18 am
Thanks Bedlam and Katie for the web sites.  :)
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Post by: Bedlam on November 27, 2014, 10:05:44 am
Thanks Katie X
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 27, 2014, 07:47:44 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on November 26, 2014, 10:18:16 pm
Just looking at the shrinking hubby web page ( she has a lovely Salmon with pesto zucchini noodles recipe) but suggest buying a gefu spiriluzer through raw foods store using the code SHRINKINGHUBBY at checkout you can get 10% off the marked price of $49.95.

I would love one if these but can't find the website. Could you link it please?
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 27, 2014, 07:49:28 pm
Don't worry found it. Thankyou for the code Denise x
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Post by: Bedlam on November 27, 2014, 10:41:12 pm
Inaid, if you knew me you would know I have no idea how to "link" it. Sorry!
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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2014, 10:48:40 pm
Here's the link girls - http://www.therawfoodstore.com.au/collections/spiralisers/products/gefu-spiral-slicer-spiralfix
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Post by: Wonder on November 27, 2014, 11:18:11 pm
You are all making it very hard to resist
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Post by: Bedlam on November 27, 2014, 11:22:16 pm
Thanks Judy
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Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2014, 12:05:39 am
Naughty girls - I just ordered 2 of the darn things  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on November 28, 2014, 12:19:00 am
I have this one that works well too, though I haven't used it as much as I thought.  I don't mind though as it's there when needed.  :D

http://www.modernmanna.org/shop/products/Origins-Spiral-Slicer.html
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2014, 12:41:07 am
I caved  ;D

They will be wondering why they've got a run of people buying them. Hopefully they don't run out of stock.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 28, 2014, 01:49:27 am
I really don't need one of these, honestly I don't. I will sneak over and have another look at them though. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


Being quite honest I think I would use the smaller one the most. Now will I or won't I?
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Post by: obbie on November 28, 2014, 05:55:26 am
just do it Cookie
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Post by: Wonder on November 28, 2014, 05:59:08 am
Cookie I have one of the small ones and while it's good it's a bit limiting I find. I'm hoping I can do good spiral potatoes with this one and then deep fry or try them in the airfryer - a bit of a treat and not what they were intended for i'm sure.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 28, 2014, 06:04:02 am
Haha. Judy I'm sure you would only use one. Lol!
JulieO looks similar maybe a bit smaller. Happy with mine but cost a bit more.
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Post by: mcmich on November 28, 2014, 06:52:39 am
We all get on the band wagon when we find a good product. I'm very happy with mine.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2014, 07:03:38 am
Quote from: Bedlam on November 28, 2014, 06:04:02 am
Haha. Judy I'm sure you would only use one. Lol!

Wasn't sure which DD to give it to Denise, went with the vegetarian in Melbourne as I thought she'd get more use from it.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 29, 2014, 03:15:04 am
The small one is out of stock. :-\ :-\ :-\
I hadn't thought of potato curls in the AF. I'm sitting here with the credit card after doing a few online purchases as I can't drive yet. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(  I will go back and have another look. They are almost the same price.
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Post by: judydawn on December 01, 2014, 04:52:30 am
I've stocked up on glass jars, spray bottles, cellophane, ribbons and bows this afternoon for my Christmas hampers. Was able to get everything on my list after a bit of searching.  I don't need all that I bought but I'll be ready now for next time I hope and I like the fact I don't have any labels to remove by buying new jars.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2014, 06:01:00 am
I just put in an online order to Haighs. We do love their chocolate and they have no stockist over here. It is for DD's birthday in a few weeks. At least this will be a surprise, as I tend to buy what she points out to me otherwise.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 06, 2014, 05:01:54 am
I just blew so much money.
spent $650 shopping at coles, 3 trolleys, bought a few last minute gifts for neighbors, and sports stuff for the kids.
got home about 1pm.
Christmas is done now.. ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 06, 2014, 08:16:50 am
i forgot also bought a pink lasagne dish, and a pink quiche dish.  ( thinking of Maddy)

love shopping :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: achookwoman on December 06, 2014, 08:30:55 pm
Girls,  you are going to love this!  I bought a loaf of Ciabatta to compare with what I am making.  Mine is just as good . Can make some to give away.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 06, 2014, 08:35:20 pm
Wow Chookie,congratulations you must be so thrilled  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 06, 2014, 11:16:56 pm
That doesn't surprise me Chookie, you could open a bread shop yourself or set Ral up in a stall at the end of your driveway on weekends to catch passing tourists ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2014, 02:50:21 am
I will buy every time I go past. However you will go broke waiting.....sorry.  :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on December 07, 2014, 05:21:08 am
This online shopping is a bit TOO easy.
I bought some puddleduck Verjuice when in Tassie, it makes the nicest summer spritzer and we have run out. So I ordered another 6 and being Christmas and free delivery for a doz, organised 6 bubble ducks too.
Oooo can't wait. Yum!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 07, 2014, 06:18:22 am
That was a nice, refreshing drink Denise.  A great way to use Verjuice.  Was it mixed with soda water or mineral water at Puddleduck?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on December 07, 2014, 07:51:03 am
Quote from: Bedlam on December 07, 2014, 05:21:08 am
This online shopping is a bit TOO easy.
I bought some puddleduck Verjuice when in Tassie, it makes the nicest summer spritzer and we have run out. So I ordered another 6 and being Christmas and free delivery for a doz, organised 6 bubble ducks too.
Oooo can't wait. Yum!

Now that is really getting into the Christmas spirit Denise. Those bubble ducks were fabulous!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jeninwa on December 07, 2014, 08:40:42 am
I'm very tempted Denise to do the same but maybe just bubbles :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2014, 09:14:44 am
I wonder if Maggie Beer Verjuice would be the same?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on December 07, 2014, 09:43:42 am
I bought some Cookie it's quite different much more vinegary .
Not sure but we use Soda water.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2014, 11:04:32 am
Thanks.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: troupie on December 11, 2014, 09:43:09 am
Just bought a box of 12 cute little jam jars from Red Dot with gold lids - only $14.99 and the perfect size for small batches or putting anything in for gift giving - 300ml.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 11, 2014, 12:12:46 pm
They sound perfect Troupie.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katj on December 11, 2014, 01:25:29 pm
Troupie, I have the same jars, had them for over 4 years now. Some have been given away in hampers, some have been returned empty, they are so handy ;) 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: troupie on December 11, 2014, 01:43:00 pm
In my rush to do everything tonight and use my nice new jars, as well as cook dinner I burnt myself so now typing one fingered; in the wars lately.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 11, 2014, 02:49:27 pm
Poor you.That's sounds painful Troupie. :'(
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 12, 2014, 12:06:52 am
Ouch Troupie. We are honoured that you typed with one finger to come on the forum. Take care.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on December 12, 2014, 12:09:03 am
Troupie it's too busy a time to injure yourself , take care
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2014, 12:30:17 am
Isn't it nice when people return their lovely jars to you  ;D

Typing is fairly easy one hand, even using the TMX can be managed but other household chores are not Troupie, I hope it heals soon.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: troupie on December 12, 2014, 11:15:46 am
Thanks for your kind thoughts everyone; I can still use the tmx and still drive so see you on Tuesday and hopefully no more coughing.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 13, 2014, 01:32:01 am
We look forward to seeing you with or without your cough.  :D :D :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on December 19, 2014, 03:09:39 am
Very happy my Bubbleduck order arrived and  It really is the nicest Verjuice  spritzer .
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 19, 2014, 05:36:27 am
Perfect for today Bedlam.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Jamberie on December 24, 2014, 04:19:16 am
I received a Kobo e-reader today and....drum roll....the kitchen aid pasta press!!! See this youtube clip  http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=32pVBck4S8Y  (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=32pVBck4S8Y) I'm super excited and can't wait to use them :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 24, 2014, 04:51:14 am
Very nice Jamberie. :D

DH and I have been looking at poptop caravans for a while now - we've looked at several secondhand ones. This morning DH wanted to compare poptops with expander vans and we just went to look and walked away having purchased a brand new one. They ttrew in loads of extras to entice us including a full annex. We will take delivery of it mid January.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 24, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Michele that is so very exciting. Did you end up with an expander or pop top. You will love either. We may see each other on the road.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 24, 2014, 07:31:27 am
Jamberie you are so spoilt- love the pasta press. McMich sounds like we will be travelling around the countryside with you following your travels.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on December 24, 2014, 07:35:39 am
Sounds great Jamberie.

Wow Michele, great shopping. I'm sure you and your DH will enjoy many trips together.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 24, 2014, 07:38:03 am
What a lovely Chrisrmas present to each other Michele, lots of holidays coming up!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on December 24, 2014, 08:29:33 am
Michele, that is wonderful I am sure you will have many travel adventures in the future.  Looking forward to hearing all about them. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 24, 2014, 08:40:22 am
Happy travels Michele, our van is hooked up waiting for tomorrow just taking down to my Sons so we can stay the night,  don't use it much these days as we have a slide on camper that we love . 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on December 24, 2014, 08:11:55 pm
that is good shopping Michelle :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on December 24, 2014, 08:17:43 pm
Great shopping Michele.You and Don are going to have great fun  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: djinni373 on December 24, 2014, 09:55:42 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 24, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Michele that is so very exciting. Did you end up with an expander or pop top. You will love either. We may see each other on the road.
Yes Michele please do show and tell  8) 8) 8) And yes you will love it. Caravanning is so much fun. We may have to have a Forum Vanfest ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on December 24, 2014, 10:27:54 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on December 24, 2014, 09:55:42 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 24, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Michele that is so very exciting. Did you end up with an expander or pop top. You will love either. We may see each other on the road.
Yes Michele please do show and tell  8) 8) 8) And yes you will love it. Caravanning is so much fun. We may have to have a Forum Vanfest ;D

Only if it is in the car park of a 4 Star Hotel. LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 25, 2014, 02:42:04 am
I will be in that with bells on.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 25, 2014, 02:43:15 am
Very excited. Technology is so much fun. DD was looking at Kindle things this morning and bought this for me. It looks amazing as I love this sort of cookbook.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/24/ab6cb807b876a63c56ddf433fa5eb177.jpg)

A real bargain at $3.??
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: snappy on December 25, 2014, 07:01:25 am
Cookie I have that book and love it.  I converted their ANZAC cookies for a TMX and it's a great recipe
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 25, 2014, 08:05:54 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on December 24, 2014, 10:27:54 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on December 24, 2014, 09:55:42 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 24, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Michele that is so very exciting. Did you end up with an expander or pop top. You will love either. We may see each other on the road.
Yes Michele please do show and tell  8) 8) 8) And yes you will love it. Caravanning is so much fun. We may have to have a Forum Vanfest ;D

Only if it is in the car park of a 4 Star Hotel. LOL!

Gert

I'm hearing you Gert. Ensuite sites all the way, I don't do camping - OH, now I am doing camping  :-\
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Post by: Jamberie on December 26, 2014, 02:23:21 am
I hit the boxing day sales with my shopping list and left relatively unscathed 90mins later :)
I bought 8 baby sleep suits, washers, wraps and a whole heap of clothes for DD for next summer :)
It's very rare that I stick with my shopping list but nothing really took my fancy!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on December 26, 2014, 02:33:14 am
Well done jam.
I hit the Boxing Day sales too........from the comfort of my couch!
Towels, sheets, bras and knickers (undies really but dS7 gets so upset when I tell him I've got him some knickers 😊). All free postage and with a lovely coffee in one hand. Hopefully the parcels will arrive staggered so I can wash and put them away gradually.
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Post by: Jamberie on December 26, 2014, 02:51:08 am
Great work Kimmy :) I also did some online shopping too :) I noticed the shops were rather quiet and I suspect many people are doing the same!
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Post by: mcmich on December 26, 2014, 03:04:59 am
Quote from: Jamberie on December 26, 2014, 02:51:08 am
Great work Kimmy :) I also did some online shopping too :) I noticed the shops were rather quiet and I suspect many people are doing the same!

None of the shopping centres are open in Lake Macquarie/Newcastle so I thought I would go down to Tuggerah on The Central Coast. I was there at 7.30am found a great park and the centre had quite a few people there already by the time I left at 12.30 you could hardly move and there was a bit of an altercation over my car spot and security got involved. Couldn't get out of the parking spot until they resolved that. 25mins to get down and 45mins to get home. Did get some bargains though.  
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 26, 2014, 07:50:51 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on December 24, 2014, 09:55:42 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 24, 2014, 06:37:03 am
Michele that is so very exciting. Did you end up with an expander or pop top. You will love either. We may see each other on the road.
Yes Michele please do show and tell  8) 8) 8) And yes you will love it. Caravanning is so much fun. We may have to have a Forum Vanfest ;D

We ended up with a camper trailer after all that. I can't post a photo as we don't take delivery until mid to late January we think. The factory closed on the 19th and purchased on the 24th so they couldn't even ring to find out.

This  (http://www.jayco.com.au/range/camper-trailers/)is the Jayco website if you want to take a peek.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 26, 2014, 07:57:28 pm
This must be a "first" - this thread has been quiet for two days!

I'm off to, hopefully, buy a vacuum cleaner and toasted sandwich maker today ... if I feel strong enough to battle the sale crowds.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on December 26, 2014, 10:48:21 pm
Camper trailers always appealed to me Michele.  I wanted one many, many years ago when they were only $3000 but first husband wouldn't let me buy one.  Geoff and I looked at them early into his MS but the salesman took one look at Geoff in the wheelchair and told me I had enough on my hands without taking on a campervan.  Fair enough I thought, he was probably right  ;D

Have you started planning your first holiday for when you take delivery?

I'd love to go to the sales too Marina but don't think I could cope with the crowds these days.  Online shopping with have to do for me until things quieten down out there.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 27, 2014, 02:49:48 am
Yes we have planned and booked a long weekend on 21st February just to Forster to see how we go. We are staying at The Big Four Caravan Park with an ensuite site.


 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on December 27, 2014, 06:28:19 am
I am not fond of the sales, either, Judy, but it was a case of gritting my teeth and going.  I went before 10.00 am and there were hardly any people there, it was very civilized  ... except that the shop's computer systems were down ... poor souls!  However, that didn't bother me too much, I had done my homework and knew almost exactly what I wanted.  I say that because I knew I wanted a Miele but didn't know which model the shop would have. 

Anyway I got a S8790 model and it is really quiet in operation!  I borrowed our work vac. two weeks ago and had to use ear defenders when I was using it, this new one is so quiet I wasn't even sure if it was on!  It was at Hardly Normal for $300 off, so I was happy with that.

I decided that one purchase in a day was enough for me, so I got the groceries and headed home to play with the cleaner.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on December 27, 2014, 06:39:19 am
I'm sure you won't be sorry Culidih, I have a Miele and love it.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: astarra on December 31, 2014, 07:51:43 pm
Went shopping yesterday, as I was walking out the door DH said to remember to look at microwaves....I looked.....and brought.  :-\
I got a Whirlpool crisp n grill microwave... :D
was marked down to $399, and I asked to salesman if he could mark it down any more....I got it for $300.  ;D ;D ;D
I really dont know much about it, but the reviews were very positive. DH will put it into own place this morning, and miss5 has already ordered pizza for tea.  ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 01, 2015, 12:00:45 am
Alyce Alexander has added another book to her mini series called 'Super Healthy' which arrived in the mail yesterday. Looks good.
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Post by: judydawn on January 01, 2015, 12:05:01 am
If you can provide us with an index CP, we can list it with all the other books.  I'm sure you'll be trying something from it soon.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 01, 2015, 07:30:03 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 01, 2015, 12:00:45 am
Alyce Alexander has added another book to her mini series called 'Super Healthy' which arrived in the mail yesterday. Looks good.
I look forward to hearing what you think CP :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 01, 2015, 11:10:09 am
I read in her newsletter about that CP. I will be interested to see what you think.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: trudy on January 02, 2015, 10:49:48 am
Will be interested to hear whats in it CP
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 02, 2015, 12:44:26 pm
I used up the last of the Katie's voucher I received in Hobart yesterday. I put some $ to it and bought a couple of mid length pairs of jeans. One dark blue and one black. On me they are almost full length which is great as I don't have to take them up.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 02, 2015, 12:47:49 pm
You did well cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 03, 2015, 01:18:00 am
Yes Judy. Thank you. I managed quite a bit with the Katie's sales.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 03, 2015, 09:18:57 am
Katies have had some really big savings with their sales.  :D
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 04, 2015, 07:43:43 am
Just saw this .... The very latest fashion for the motoring enthusiast!! There has been a day or two when I could have done with a pair! ;)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/03/06f927ba6867f68e5792e7df21f4b632.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katj on January 04, 2015, 07:59:24 am
Hehe, I'm sure the sun would'nt penetrate those oven gloves , assuming that is the reason for wearing them.  I have some in a drawer that never get used..I always just grab a tea towel, bad habit I know! :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on January 04, 2015, 10:40:46 am
I do the same Katj and that's how my tea towels get stained,
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on January 04, 2015, 11:01:39 am
It could be because the steering wheel is too hot to touch too. That has happened to me a few times. It's awful, you have to drive with your fingertips until it cools down.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: jo_nz on January 04, 2015, 08:49:44 pm
Haha, love those driving mitts. I prefer the long oven mitts with a pocket at each end, so just as well I am not in Aus as I don't think that would be the best for driving ;)

I just had to bite the bullet and order a new kobo. I have been planning to for a while and got given some money towards it for my birthday last week, and then today picked up my kobo to find a section of the screen has stopped working! I am a bit annoyed as DS was going to inherit that one when I upgraded. I might have to go and get a real book from the library to keep me going!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 05, 2015, 02:41:39 am
A new cookbook has arrived in my PO Box today. We don't follow a Paleo diet - and with DHs nut allergy I don't know that we could. (Actually my opinion on the Paleo diet are probably best kept to myself!).

But last year I saw on this ladies Facebook page (Paleo-Thermie) she was raising funds to self publish a cookbook. Donations over a certain level would receive a copy of the cookbook once published. I have nothing but admiration for anyone who has an idea, or a dream and who gets off their backside and makes it happen. She wanted to publish a cookbook and she did, good on her I say! And I always love a new cook book!

First glance it looks like a nice book, with lots of healthy recipes. Not all have nuts either, so I'll definitely cook something from the book soon.

(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/04/312685b633fbd604e2f50986fa8d23a2.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2015, 02:44:01 am
A win for everyone with that deal Katie, well done. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 05, 2015, 02:44:31 am
I would imagine that publishing a cookbook, or any book, takes a lot of determination. Good on you Katie and she has kept her word in supplying you with a copy. A win/win situation.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on January 05, 2015, 06:43:30 am
Good to have a Paleo/thermomix cookbook. I love my lentils etc. but things can always be adjusted.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 05, 2015, 07:16:21 am
We had to make an unexpected purchase of a new freezer today, since the old one (which was stuffed full of food) suddenly died.
After comparing a few stores, there was only one that would deliver same-day, and they had the new freezer here within 3 hours, and they took away the old one too for an extra $15.  Great service, but still, I could have done without spending that much money unplanned.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 05, 2015, 07:20:19 am
What a bummer Karen but if a fridge or freezer is going to die, it's usually during a hot period.  Were you able to save the food with such a quick turnover?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on January 05, 2015, 07:25:05 am
Sounds like you were fortunate to notice in time Karen. Would have been awful if you were away like Jo
We aren't paleo Katie but I enjoy some of the new food ways , Cauli rice and zucchini pasta to name a couple.
Good on you for supporting her dream.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 05, 2015, 07:28:56 am
Quote from: judydawn on January 05, 2015, 07:20:19 am
What a bummer Karen but if a fridge or freezer is going to die, it's usually during a hot period.  Were you able to save the food with such a quick turnover?

We really only noticed so fast because the freezer is kept in the shed, and when it died, it tripped the safety switch and the roller doors to the shed wouldn't open.  DH couldn't work out what kept tripping the safety switch, and then worked out it was the freezer.  We saved almost everything, except some fish that had defrosted and I didn't want to take the risk.  I had some pesto and some tikka masala curry paste that had softened quite a bit, but I refroze that, thinking that it wouldn't be too risky.  Good luck to any germs that want to grow in that curry paste  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 05, 2015, 07:29:58 am
The cookbook looks interseting Katie.Like you I admire people who fulfill their dreams.

Good catch on the freezer Karen.I hope you didn't loose too much food on the change over.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 05, 2015, 07:34:00 am
Pity you had to buy a new freezer Karen, but it's good that you managed a quick turn around and were able to save almost everything.

We enjoy cauli rice and zucchini pasta as well Denise. I'm open to new things and clean eating has to be a good thing. I'm looking forward to trying some recipes from the book.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Bedlam on January 05, 2015, 07:37:50 am
And I'm looking forward to your reviews Katie, your cheese looks great.
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Post by: Katj on January 05, 2015, 08:03:01 am
We love the Cauliflower rice and zucchini pasta as well.  Not a huge fan of pales diet, however I have enjoyed the Banana nut and coconut muffins on the Paleo grubs website. I sat next to a lady on the plane cioming back from Melbourne in Oct. she follows it and told me about  the web site.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on January 05, 2015, 09:07:57 pm
I bought a new waffle maker.. :)
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Post by: goldfish on January 05, 2015, 10:41:24 pm
NY's resolution out the window!  :-)) ;D

Just ordered one of these . . . . :)

http://www.alycealexandra.com/kitchen-helpers/mackies-jumbo-tin
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 06, 2015, 12:16:39 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 05, 2015, 10:41:24 pm
NY's resolution out the window!  :-)) ;D

Just ordered one of these . . . . :)

http://www.alycealexandra.com/kitchen-helpers/mackies-jumbo-tin
That's a good buy - sometimes we have to just bend these resolutions a bit for the "greater good" of our homes!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2015, 12:33:19 am
Well put, Marina!  Couldn't have put it better myself!!  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: trudy on January 06, 2015, 03:05:17 am
Took delivery of a cuisinart ice cream machine with a compressor.  Received two Tovolo  icecream tubs and a scoop with the deal and here it's real icecream weather!!!!   Husband thinks I'm mad buying it!!!!    Karen can't wait to make your lemon myrtle icecream.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 03:15:11 am
That one is magnificent Trudy and I'm sure you'll put your machine to good use with all the visitors you have.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2015, 04:05:15 am
GF you won't regret buying the bread tin. I paid nearly double that for mine but it is used at least 3 times a week. I love it.
Trudy the icecream machines with a compressed are expensive but worth every cent. I use mine all summer and occasionally in winter. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: KarenH on January 06, 2015, 04:35:28 am
Great buy Trudy - I still regret buying my non-compressor icecream maker.  I'm flattered that you are making the lemon myrtle icecream  8) 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: trudy on January 06, 2015, 05:46:13 am
Karen I put a little tree in after we had lunch at your place - just to make the icecream!!!!

I got a great deal Chookie, $329 plus the freebies and then they sent me a $25 voucher to use on another purchase + free delivery.

Looking at an airfryer now.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katiej on January 06, 2015, 06:28:30 am
Great deal Trudy, you will love it!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2015, 07:11:25 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 05, 2015, 10:41:24 pm
NY's resolution out the window!  :-)) ;D

Just ordered one of these . . . . :)

http://www.alycealexandra.com/kitchen-helpers/mackies-jumbo-tin
LOL

Quote from: trudy on January 06, 2015, 03:05:17 am
Took delivery of a cuisinart ice cream machine with a compressor.  Received two Tovolo  icecream tubs and a scoop with the deal and here it's real icecream weather!!!!   Husband thinks I'm mad buying it!!!!    Karen can't wait to make your lemon myrtle ice cream
A great buy Trudy.I'm sure DH will appreciate the ice cream once it's made ;) ;D
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2015, 07:11:31 am
Great purchase Trudy.

G.F., I really wish you hadn't posted your buy as now I have bought that tin plus the sandwich loaf tin.  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2015, 07:44:58 am
Mich, I'm trying so hard not to look at the sandwich loaf tin!!  ;D Given time though I'll probably cave in!
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Post by: KarenH on January 06, 2015, 08:58:34 am
Its all your fault goldfish …… I went and bought the loaf tin AND the sandwich tin AND the new super-healthy cookbook AND the zest peeler.  No self control  :P :P :P
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2015, 09:03:56 am
LOL  :D :D
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Post by: trudy on January 06, 2015, 09:30:18 am
Ha! Ha!
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Post by: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 09:33:32 am
LOL, what the heck Karen.  I'm sure you'll use them.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 06, 2015, 09:52:34 am
I went looking for a loaf tin yesterday. So naturally I bought the loaf tin and the sandwich tin after reading this thread :D
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2015, 10:08:55 am
Oh, deary me  ;D or as G.F. would say - Oh My Giddy Aunt  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 10:49:43 am
No time wasted in posting your new avatar Michele  ;D  Love it!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2015, 12:12:07 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 10:49:43 am
No time wasted in posting your new avatar Michele  ;D  Love it!
Me too ;D
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Post by: Bedlam on January 06, 2015, 12:23:01 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2015, 12:12:07 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 10:49:43 am
No time wasted in posting your new avatar Michele  ;D  Love it!
Me too ;D
Glad you have seen her, I love it too. X
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Post by: droverjess on January 06, 2015, 07:43:54 pm
Look forward to your review of the ice cream machine Trudy, I've always wanted one...  ;D

Great avatar mcmich, priceless  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on January 06, 2015, 10:39:30 pm
Quote from: KarenH on January 06, 2015, 08:58:34 am
Its all your fault goldfish …… I went and bought the loaf tin AND the sandwich tin AND the new super-healthy cookbook AND the zest peeler.  No self control  :P :P :P

LOL!  Now I don't feel so bad!!  Sounds all very essential to me, Karen . . well done!!  Making your wonderful lemon myrtle icecream again tomorrow ready for the weekend.  I love the Cuisinart icecream machine - but mine doesn't have the compressor. A bit of freezer room taken up with the insert - but worth it!!

Mich - your grand daughter is gorgeous . . and the avatar very special! :)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on January 08, 2015, 03:43:42 am
Oh wow!! Congrats Michele 👍👍👍
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Post by: snappy on January 10, 2015, 11:59:33 am
Congrats Michelle 😀😀 wonderful news!
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Post by: achookwoman on January 10, 2015, 09:24:29 pm
Trudy,  the basic ice cream recipe that I use was given to me by the demo lady  when I bought my ice cream machine,   Same as yours.
600 cream, 250 milk and sugar, vanilla. Mix in TMX to dissolve sugar, churn  1 hour. Many , many variations.
That was a very good deal.
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Post by: Emme on January 10, 2015, 09:29:02 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2015, 12:12:07 pm
Quote from: judydawn on January 06, 2015, 10:49:43 am
No time wasted in posting your new avatar Michele  ;D  Love it!
Me too ;D

Love it too Michele  ;D
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Post by: trudy on January 10, 2015, 11:44:52 pm
Thanks for the recipe Chookie.  I might make some today.   Have had a house full because of the fires but just Mum here now.  In the recipe book that comes with the machine they use quite a bit of liquid pectin.  Any idea where you might get it and why they use it??

Michelle lovely photo - enjoy your new little bundle!!!
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Post by: mcmich on January 12, 2015, 06:26:36 am
Thanks for all the good wishes.  ;D

Went to Hornsby for a shop today. Bought a cookbook -Ebleskivers, thought it would help me use the cakepop maker more. ($20 cookbook to use the $10 cakepop maker)  :-))
Two for one at Crabtree & Evelyn - love the pomegranate. A dress from Laura Ashley on sale, love her things. http://www.laura-ashley.com.au/Strappy-Dress-With-Pleats.aspx?p62581
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Post by: goldfish on January 12, 2015, 06:58:01 am
Love the sound of the Ebelskivers book, Mich.  I'll be interested to hear what you think of it . . . 8)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 12, 2015, 07:44:25 am
That dress will look gorgeous on you Mich.
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Post by: trudy on January 12, 2015, 08:59:19 am
Great shopping Mich.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 12, 2015, 09:06:18 am
Great buys Michele.Sadly many Laura Ashley shops have closed in the UK.I use to love browsing their shelves ;D
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Post by: kyton on January 14, 2015, 07:39:00 am
I ordered QFITT and QF Every Occasion off a FB site as they were having a really good discount sale.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 14, 2015, 11:12:44 am
I ordered Alyce's new book, Healthy Eating today.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 14, 2015, 04:04:05 pm
Although I basically do a lot of things from scratch compared to a lot of peeps, I'm going to start the challenge she has ATM which is the "Superhealthy Challenge". I was slightly disappointed might I add that there wasnt much of a challenge, so much as to just cook from her books. I had hoped  before she even publicly released this, with the help of her co-writer who used to be a personal trainer, that this challenge would also have something along the Michelle Bridges line...but it didn't. When it was released it was disappointing in my mind. I hope they will pick up from there, and make it more of a challenge both in a physical and mental sense rather than "buy the book, and all my other books and set your menu's and you will live happily ever after".  To the point of the much anticipated challenge I am disappointed. I will wait and see if anything more exciting comes of this. Meanwhile I will review recipes as I do them.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 15, 2015, 12:50:34 am
That's the reason I bought her book CP. I had hoped for more, something like the CSIRO books where they give you the menu for 12 weeks. However I will see what I can do with it.
I was very impressed though, as when I was ordering her book yesterday their site seemed to drop out, so I started all over again. I ended up ordering 2 books. I thought I would just give one away. However Alyce rang this morning at 6.30am and she had noticed my order and was checking if I wanted 1 or 2 books. I thought that was great service.
I will see how I go with this, it might not last long as I like to cook the same for all the family.
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Post by: Katj on January 15, 2015, 01:39:18 am
I just bought the WW 2-day Fast Diet Recipe book.
Haven't gone through it thoroughly, but it has menu' set out with all calories counted for the fast days.  I figured that if we want to do this long term, the least I could do was spoil myself with another cookbook.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 15, 2015, 03:32:46 am
I'll be interested to hear what you think of it Katj. I've seen it round.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 15, 2015, 09:43:02 am
I bought Mum and Dad a Hoselink hose as a thank you for looking after DD while I'm at work. I am so impressed with the service, it was delivered in less than 24hrs!
-I'm still waiting on my bread tins :/
Also ordered a new pram/stroller :)

Favourite purchase at the moment is Coles Click and Collect...30 minutes to order (max), choose a pick up location and time. and then when is ready I pick it up :) much more convenient than even home delivery :)
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Post by: Katj on January 15, 2015, 10:07:49 am
Cookie, I have had a good look at all the recipes in the book and I like it a lot.
In the front it has a menu guide for 500cal (women) and another for 600 (men).
Nearly all the recipes are 1 serve only, so you can easily double for a couple, much easier than decreasing a recipe of 4  or 6 serves in a lot of books.
Like all WW books, all ingredients are readily available, it has recipes for fish, different meats, vegetarian, snacks, drinks and more.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 15, 2015, 01:40:22 pm
Thanks. I'll have a look at it next time I'm out.
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Post by: Bedlam on January 16, 2015, 12:05:30 am
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 05:45:52 am
Nice buy Denise, I've always wanted one of those for growing herbs.  :)

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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 06:02:21 am
DH, surprised me with an airfryer today or should I say he bought it for himself as I haven't wanted one and DH has always wanted one. It isn't a Phillips, it's a Kambrook and doesn't have a large capacity but I don't think we will use it much anyway. DH is trying to convince me it would be good for the van but there is no way we will have the space for that. It was much less expensive than the Phillips. I don't think the forum rules allow me to say what I paid for it but it was under $150.
Will see how it goes. Off to read the airfryer thread now.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 16, 2015, 06:49:38 am
I'm sure you will use it more than you expect Michele, heating pastry items or crisping up a par microwaved cooked jacket potato is far quicker than turning on the oven.
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 07:07:27 am
I hope we use it Judy or it will end up on here in the giveaway section.  ;D
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Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2015, 07:13:28 am
Mich, the fence I'm sitting on regarding air fryers is going to give way one of these days - not sure it can take my weight too much longer ;D ;D   e very interested to hear your impressions.
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 07:19:39 am
Will keep you posted G.F., I'm still thinking the toaster oven I bought 1 year ago is brilliant. It's on the bench in the laundry, has a good capacity, doesn't heat the house up, it's probably not as fast as an airfryer. I suppose time will tell and I will be interested to see how it stacks up against the Phillips.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 16, 2015, 08:22:59 am
Mich I have the same airfryer, I use it quiet a lot , love doing chips in it , I rinse the chips with water then cook them in the microwave in a covered dish , drain them let them dry a bit sprinkle them with a little oil , shake and cook on 200 for 30 mins shaking occasionally, delicious. Crispy outside soft and yummy inside.   I found a Bunt tin at Aldi that fits in but haven't made a cake yet.  Enjoy ..
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 09:01:40 am
Thanks AB. Good to hear a recommendation. Have just done some veggies for dinner and they are pretty good.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 16, 2015, 09:42:52 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 16, 2015, 07:13:28 am
Mich, the fence I'm sitting on regarding air fryers is going to give way one of these days - not sure it can take my weight too much longer ;D ;D   e very interested to hear your impressions.
I'm wobbling on that fence too GF :D It's storing the thing is the problem here :P
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 09:58:15 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on January 16, 2015, 09:42:52 am
Quote from: goldfish on January 16, 2015, 07:13:28 am
Mich, the fence I'm sitting on regarding air fryers is going to give way one of these days - not sure it can take my weight too much longer ;D ;D   e very interested to hear your impressions.
I'm wobbling on that fence too GF :D It's storing the thing is the problem here :P

Absolutely,  I don't want to have to find space for this. At present it is on the laundry bench. It is much smaller than the Phillips, which is a bonus. I just don't want the stuff.
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Post by: mcmich on January 16, 2015, 10:04:16 am
G.F. get a toaster oven. It cooks quicker than a regular oven - maybe not as quick as an airfryer. I use very little oil as I spray my food with an oil dispenser. I've got a Kambrook toaster oven and love it. Cheaper, I paid $139 for mine a year ago.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2015, 10:11:38 am
Mich I'm sure the AF will be good. If I didn't already have one I would buy a aka brook. I must admit we use ours quite a lot. DH loves peeling lots of Vegies, cutting them up into large pieces, putting them in a plastic bag and adding spices and shaking them round. He usually adds about 2 teaspoons of EVOO too. He then air fries them.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 16, 2015, 10:35:48 am
I use my Af far more and more and more than I ever thought I would. So easy just for two and so fast and easy to clean .

Gert
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Post by: goldfish on January 16, 2015, 11:00:32 am
Gert, which model did you get? I take it from your comment that you'd be recommending it? :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 17, 2015, 06:02:00 am
Well, I'm taking the Kambrook back tomorrow. I've seen a Kogan that looks identical to the Phillips for under $106.
3.5kg capacity. I've been told that Kogan products are fairly similar to the "real thing". DH is now asking why I didn't get this in first place? Well that's because you bought it honey.  :-))
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Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2015, 06:37:10 am
LOL. Men! Gotta love 'em.  ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 17, 2015, 07:19:34 am
LOL too :D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on January 17, 2015, 08:47:16 am
I have the Philips XL and I love it. No smoking no fuss, dead easy to use and clean. I was very skeptical at first but find I am using it most days for things I never thought I would from simply ,roasting a tomato  for breakfast to full on meals. I haven't used my oven in months.

Gert
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Post by: trudy on January 17, 2015, 09:48:32 am
Thanks Gert.  I was going to buy one last week but a neighbour told me that the Phillips didn't have good reviews but I couldn't find this info.  I knew that Judy loved her's and after reading your comments I will now have a look at the machine.
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Post by: judydawn on January 17, 2015, 09:51:41 am
There haven't been any further returns of the XL by forum members Trudy so fingers crossed things stay that way.  Like Gert, I love mine.  None of my appliances get used very much these days but I do have to cook occasionally so it's nice to have them all for different purposes and variety.
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Post by: goldfish on January 17, 2015, 10:34:32 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 17, 2015, 08:47:16 am
I have the Philips XL and I love it. No smoking no fuss, dead easy to use and clean. I was very skeptical at first but find I am using it most days for things I never thought I would from simply ,roasting a tomato  for breakfast to full on meals. I haven't used my oven in months.

Gert

Thanks Gert
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Post by: Bedlam on January 17, 2015, 10:36:28 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on January 17, 2015, 08:47:16 am
I have the Philips XL and I love it. No smoking no fuss, dead easy to use and clean. I was very skeptical at first but find I am using it most days for things I never thought I would from simply ,roasting a tomato  for breakfast to full on meals. I haven't used my oven in months.

Gert

I am the same Gert, I was going to put 2 oven in my new house but am now thinking I will buy another AF instead.  So quick to heat up and cook with.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 17, 2015, 12:03:44 pm
Why would you buy another AF? Is it because the inside of the AF is not large enough?
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Post by: Bedlam on January 17, 2015, 12:15:18 pm
Because I like different components of a meal cooked in it and my fussy vego DD doesn't like anything  she eats to touch meat. They don't have a huge capacity for a family . They are basically another oven at  a much smaller price tag.
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Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2015, 07:17:53 am
Quote from: Bedlam on January 17, 2015, 12:15:18 pm
Because I like different components of a meal cooked in it and my fussy vego DD doesn't like anything  she eats to touch meat. They don't have a huge capacity for a family . They are basically another oven at  a much smaller price tag.

I'm with your DD Bedlam, don't like my meal touching meat. I'm still routing for my toaster oven.  ;D Will get the Kogan version of the Phillips if DH insists.  :), hopefully he will forget about it and life will go on and I don't have to find space to store it. Having said that we have excellent storage space.  :-\
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Post by: trudy on January 18, 2015, 09:10:55 am
Thanks Judy.  I knew you loved yours!!
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Post by: Jamberie on January 18, 2015, 10:44:45 am
I just bought some of these shoes :) http://moxonline.com.au/twist/mox-platinum.html (http://moxonline.com.au/twist/mox-platinum.html)
I've wanted some for ages and have only heard good things about them...I think they might be good for swelling feet for work...and maybe even for hospital (worn in the shower) and might make me feel a little more 'human' than wearing slippers all day! Fingers crossed they work for me!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 18, 2015, 11:28:00 am
Nice shoes Jamberie 8) I bet they will be light to wear on your feet. ;D
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Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2015, 07:53:34 pm
Nice shoes Jamberie.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2015, 03:53:21 am
Jamberie they look perfect for what you want them for. When I had my back done I refused to take 'slippers' to hospital although they were on the list. I took a pair of Diane Ferrari blue leather moccasins. I had been told no backless shoes and they were perfect.
I wear some crocs I bought in Singapore for the showers when we are camping.
I thought my crocs were similar to your shoes but it was DD who bought the scrappy ones. These are mine.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 19, 2015, 05:22:32 am
I love the shoes girls.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 19, 2015, 07:32:43 am
Those are very stylish crocs Cookie. ;D
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Post by: Jamberie on January 19, 2015, 08:25:15 am
I love those crocs Cookie! Thanks for sharing, they too would suit my purpose :) Think I might have to have a little further look online!!!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 19, 2015, 08:43:18 am
Womans Weekly have bought out a monthly cooking magazine, so I bought it. Quick flick through and it looks like a keeper.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 19, 2015, 10:01:14 am
Sounds interesting CP. Love a good foods magazine, or two 😉
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2015, 03:07:07 am
Oh golly. It looks like I will be adding to my collection of Taste, BBC Good Food (on my ipad), Feast (gift from a lovely friend ;D) Food Ideas and whatever else I buy. I sometimes buy Recipe too if I haven't a food magazine to read with my lunch. Being WW it will probably have good reliable recipes in. Thanks CP I will look for it when I shop tomorrow.
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2015, 04:27:00 am
I'm going to try and avoid looking at it as I've just given away hundreds of food magazines after tearing out a few recipes.  My only current subscription is to Weight Watchers which I bought with a gift card from a lovely forum friend.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2015, 05:36:41 am
I use Snap Recipes to keep recipes from my magazines and then give them away. However I have about 8 years of Delicious stored away. I need to go through them and get what I want from them and pass them on. I also have all the copies of Australian Good Food magazine before it went caput. I must do something with them.
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Post by: mcmich on January 20, 2015, 08:27:22 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on January 19, 2015, 08:43:18 am
Womans Weekly have bought out a monthly cooking magazine, so I bought it. Quick flick through and it looks like a keeper.

Is it online C.P. or an actual magazine? I don't look at my ebooks very often.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2015, 08:55:12 am
I love my ebooks but like you Mich I forget I have them.
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Post by: goldfish on January 20, 2015, 09:59:21 am
Actual magazine ...  $9.95...  Mich.
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Post by: Katj on January 20, 2015, 10:19:51 am
I borrow Delicious from the library sometimes, but a new WW Magazine? That's tempting.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 20, 2015, 08:51:30 pm
Just catching up!
Michele we had an AF in the very small caravan years ago.  It was fab as the van had no oven.  It was a German make and I kept it in its box when traveling and the put out when I wanted to use it.  I have a Phillips XL and love it.  Yesterday I made 6 Nay Nay Scones in it for GK afternoon tea.  15 minutes and no hot kitchen.
I bought the WW , 5.2 cookbook. At first I didn't like it,  but on further looking have decided it is good.  The reason I changed my mind is that the ratio of carb to protein is what is recommended in the Worlds Best Diet.
Interested to see what WW do with the Monthly.
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Post by: troupie on January 21, 2015, 05:46:05 am
Just got home from the shops but next time will look for the new WW magazine; I like something to read when having breakfast alone. I loved the BBC mag when it was available and was disappointed when it stopped here as I only had 3 or 4. I don't think I want for recipes though with all the ones on the net.
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Post by: Katj on January 21, 2015, 07:39:26 am
Maybe WW could do a Thermomix  chapter, like The One Handed Cook mag.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 21, 2015, 11:31:19 am
We should suggest it to them.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on January 22, 2015, 07:24:53 am
Quote from: achookwoman on January 20, 2015, 08:51:30 pm
Just catching up!
Michele we had an AF in the very small caravan years ago.  It was fab as the van had no oven.  It was a German make and I kept it in its box when traveling and the put out when I wanted to use it.  I have a Phillips XL and love it.  Yesterday I made 6 Nay Nay Scones in it for GK afternoon tea.  15 minutes and no hot kitchen.
I bought the WW , 5.2 cookbook. At first I didn't like it,  but on further looking have decided it is good.  The reason I changed my mind is that the ratio of carb to protein is what is recommended in the Worlds Best Diet.
Interested to see what WW do with the Monthly.

Thanks Chookie, I will wait until the XL Kogan is available and purchase that.
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Post by: Bedlam on January 22, 2015, 07:43:16 am
Michelle, check the wattages etc if you are comparing with the Philips  ( although I have heard good things about the Kogan)
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Post by: EmeraldSue on January 27, 2015, 12:11:12 pm
My Christmas pressie finally arrived. DH surprised my by having my sunbeam mixmaster reconditioned and resprayed green. I can't wait to try it

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Post by: cookie1 on January 27, 2015, 12:28:45 pm
It is absolutely gorgeous.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 27, 2015, 12:30:34 pm
Very nice ES 8) A very clever DH to think of this wonderful gift for you.
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Post by: judydawn on January 27, 2015, 12:50:27 pm
It's lovely Sue, what a great idea.  Enjoy your 'new' appliance.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 27, 2015, 02:46:34 pm
OMG my mum had a white/cream coloured one years ago. I love yours - how on earth did he think to do that? Did he have to send it away somewhere?
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Post by: Katiej on January 27, 2015, 08:00:22 pm
Stunning ES, and so you!
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Post by: achookwoman on January 27, 2015, 08:30:20 pm
ES,  love it. What a thoughtful hubby.
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Post by: obbie on January 27, 2015, 09:14:31 pm
love the green color ES
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on January 27, 2015, 09:20:46 pm
Fabulous ES.  Looks gorgeous.
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Post by: gertbysea on January 27, 2015, 09:26:00 pm
Now that is a wonderful gift ES?

Gretchen
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Post by: judydawn on January 27, 2015, 10:00:32 pm
We all know someone who would think that was very cool  ;D  I hope maddy gets to see it girls.
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Post by: goldfish on January 27, 2015, 11:07:24 pm
It really is very beautiful!  Love it - very special indeed, ES!! :D
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Post by: Bedlam on January 28, 2015, 02:21:06 am
Sue, that's gorgeous ,lucky you.  What a lovely DH.
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Post by: judydawn on January 28, 2015, 04:31:04 am
I just showed some of the staff at Morpeth - they all remember the old Sunbeam Mixmaster and one of the young girls even has one! They were very impressed Sue.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 28, 2015, 09:22:30 am
Love your gift ES you have a very thoughtful DH. Love the color. My mum had one when we were kids, but it was white/ cream.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 28, 2015, 11:02:57 am
Love it ES.
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Post by: Katiej on January 29, 2015, 09:17:41 am
A new book arrived in the post today, looking forward to sitting down and reading it.

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And another couple that arrived last week. The Anna Jones book is a vegetarian book and looks good.

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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 29, 2015, 09:43:06 am
just one book - or am I crosseyed  ;D
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Post by: Katiej on January 29, 2015, 09:47:08 am
There is 3 photos, 1 book in each photo - I can see them using Tapatalk?
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Post by: judydawn on January 29, 2015, 09:47:55 am
You've started the year well Katie, love your books.
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Post by: maddy on January 30, 2015, 10:11:01 pm
Quote from: EmeraldSue on January 27, 2015, 12:11:12 pm
My Christmas pressie finally arrived. DH surprised my by having my sunbeam mixmaster reconditioned and resprayed green. I can't wait to try it

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Stunning ES!!!  What fabulous thinking your hubby has ES, that is really impressive.  Where do you take something like this to be restored?

Many years ago, I had purchased vintage sunbeam mixers in that green, pink, blue & white....with the visions of having mixer display in our kitchen renovation/extension plans.  Needless to say, they are still packed safely in the shed, waiting for that day to happen  :P
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Post by: maddy on January 30, 2015, 10:23:57 pm
I haven't bombed you with pics for quite a while...so here goes   ;D


Sadly for my CC, that naughty Cath Kidston has been having sales

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.....oh, that does look bad all in a row  :-\

I managed to find another vintage cornishware linen tablecloth, but in pristine condition!!  The other I found years ago has a stain, but will actually use that one now on the table, & the perfect one put away safely

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A set of cappuccino cups & a globe teapot I'll use as vase

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And a few of these rustic lazy susans, 1 for condiments on the table & the others for displaying my packages of wax melts.

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I am done  :P
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Post by: judydawn on January 30, 2015, 10:36:43 pm
Maddy's back  :D :D  One of those handbags would go really nicely with the lovely apron my not-so-secret-santa sent me a while back.  ;)  Do you have a spare room in which to keep all your handbags maddy LOL.
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Post by: maddy on January 30, 2015, 10:45:42 pm
I've actually managed to cull a big space in the wardrobe for them all  ;) 
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Post by: mcmich on January 31, 2015, 01:47:29 am
Love the sunbeam mixer E.S.

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Post by: obbie on January 31, 2015, 02:40:25 am
Maddy's  back. our Queen of shopping. Love the bags Maddy.. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on January 31, 2015, 03:23:59 am
Maddy I love all your purchases. Thanks for sharing them. I'm sure the kitchen renovation will get done when all the tractors etc are sorted.
Keep on shopping.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 31, 2015, 07:06:14 am
Great buys Maddy 8)  We have certainly missed your input here  :D :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on January 31, 2015, 02:26:14 pm
I bought a Apple Air today. Haven't had much of a play, but it's quite different to my iPad and if course very different to PC's which is what I'm used to for work. Love learning something new but I'm no way a computer geek so that's why its good to keep tge challenges up.
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Post by: jeninwa on February 01, 2015, 02:15:08 am
Love all your shopping Maddy. Enjoy the challenge cp, I have a Mac book air and love it, took me a little while to get use to it, but having an iPad helped so did mr Google.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2015, 02:42:01 am
I'm sure you will figure it out CP. Have fun with it, as I know you will.
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Post by: Katj on February 01, 2015, 03:16:18 am
Still learning my way around my IPad. That will keep me busy for ages. Not very computer savvy, have got lazy relying on DH too much as he's a whizz in that dept.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 01, 2015, 04:38:33 am
Muddy, lovely.
Katie, I also bought that CSIRO book yesterday. Look at the recipe on page 88. I have been told it is very good.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 01, 2015, 04:46:58 am
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The WW one was $29, the 5.2 one I bought because it was originally written in French and has 30 recipes for 500 calories, where you cook the recipe and eat it when you wish during the 2 day.  Interesting.
Sorry Maddy, not Muddy!!
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Post by: judydawn on February 01, 2015, 04:50:12 am
The shelves in your recipe book library must be groaning under the weight Chookie LOL. Great buys.
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Post by: Katiej on February 01, 2015, 05:34:08 am
Great shopping!
Just checked it out Chookie - zingy lemon chicken. It does look nice, will have to try it.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2015, 06:04:36 am
The WW book was a good buy Chookie. You can't go wrong with WW.

Katj I love my ipad. I bought a book called ipad for Seniors. Actually it is a magazine thing. Also DD helps me when I get stuck.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 01, 2015, 09:01:42 pm
Quote from: Katiej on February 01, 2015, 05:34:08 am
Great shopping!
Just checked it out Chookie - zingy lemon chicken. It does look nice, will have to try it.
Katie,  tried this recipe last night.  Not all that impressed. Would remove the whole spices next time or use ground spices.
Cookie, this WW book is massive.
Judy,  yes , starting to be a problem, have been giving some of my TMX books to DIL. 
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2015, 05:33:35 am
Chookie does the WW book repeat many recipes please? I have lots of them as smaller books. I will still have a peek at it. I was thoroughly spoiled and received some Dymocks vouchers at Christmas.
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Post by: stacelee on February 02, 2015, 07:13:06 am
I finally have a major purchase to share :).  My Phillips Pasta and Noodle maker arrived today.  I've already made Udon noodles for my son's lunch tomorrow and I have fresh spaghetti waiting for Tom (TM31) to make a tomato sauce to go with them.  Truss tomatoes are on sale at Coles for $3 a kilo at the moment so I'm adding a little basil, garlic and capsicum and have a really simple easy meal :).  I think this is going to be a much used toy.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2015, 08:57:08 am
Photos please Stacelee? Not that any of us need anymore toys of course.  ;D
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Oh wow, that pasta maker is seriously tempting... I'm a little disappointed that I got the KA pasta press attachment before I knew about the Phillips!
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Post by: stacelee on February 02, 2015, 10:52:02 am
I'm seriously in love with it.  It took about 8 minutes to make Udon noodles (2 serves) and then it backed straight up to make the spaghetti taking 15 minutes to make enough for four very generous serves plus left overs.  I was thinking about getting the pasta attachment for my Kenwood but it didn't cost a lot more to get the fully automatic machine.  Cleaning it wasn't a drama either.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2015, 11:35:27 am
After reading your post Stacelee I googled it. It sounds a lovely idea. I love it.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 02, 2015, 07:55:28 pm
Stacelee, is it one where you put eggs, flour and water in the machine and it mixes and extrudes the pasta?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 02, 2015, 10:28:10 pm
Oh no Stacylee, I just checked this out on ytube and read the reviews,   I WANT ONE.  I hate using my old hand machine, it drives me to craziness the handle falls off it makes around,,,   The big question is DO I really need it, no of course not but I want one..so i quess it is just a waiting game till I hit the shops.. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: maddy on February 02, 2015, 10:44:52 pm
I have been looking at it, but shall think about this a while longer I think.  TVSN have a "Phillips in the kitchen" show today @ 3.30pm....check it out if you have foxtel.  it will be shown with their other products.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 02, 2015, 11:00:53 pm
What sauce recipe are you making with your fresh tomatoes?
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Post by: achookwoman on February 02, 2015, 11:57:02 pm
I have one. Not a Philips. Called Pasta Fresca.  Don't like it.  The Philips one may be better.
Why don't I like it?
Difficult to get the perfect consistency. Probably needed to play with the recipe to get right.
When I made tubes, difficult to cut the desired length.
Good points
Easy to clean
Didn't get flour all over the kitchen

Have gone back to using old machine but will get it out and have another play with it.
Must say I get a bit impatient when things don't work properly.
Others have used my machine and made very thin pasta, and were quite happy with it.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 03, 2015, 12:14:42 am
Chookie check out the demo on utube the mixture is very dry, I'm actually about to improvise and make the mixture hopefully in the Thermomix kneeding for about 4 mins, I can't find the recipe for the machine but will make it drying like breadcrumbs, then I'm going to try putting it through my electric mincing machine,   But I'm still really interested in the phillips one.
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Post by: stacelee on February 03, 2015, 12:41:59 am
I was concerned about how dry the mixture seemed but the pasta extruded was perfect.  It is a really solid machine, all the bits feel really strong.  I nearly cheaped out and bought the Mistral that is on sale at Harris Scarfe but decided that since I'm not getting a new thermomix I'd treat myself to the Phillips.  I bought it through TVSN because they were packaging it with the extra asian dies.  The price worked out about the same with shipping as it would have cost to get the machine and dies through somewhere like Harvey Norman.

The sauce I used was just made up as I went along (like a lot of my cooking).  I just dumped garlic, red onion, tomatoes, capsicum, fresh basil and a glug of tomato paste into Tom and the sauce was what came out.  Being a little more precise, I did cook down the garlic and onion first and then just dumped everything else in....blitz'd it up and cooked it for 10 minutes. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 01:29:47 am
AB,  the instructions are that bread crumbs size of mix is too dry,  they should be the size of peas.  i will give it another go today and see what happens.
Stacelee, mine was $300 , 5 years ago,  but I paid $200 for it.  It has a lot of dies and several recipes including a gluten free one.
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Post by: JulieO on February 03, 2015, 01:55:48 am
LOL.  I've just bought one of these this morning!  Thought I'd come on here and tell you about it and I see Stacelee has already got one too. :)

I already have all the attachments for my KA but it does take a bit of time to firstly make the pasta then put through the attachments so I don't use it as much as I should even though it does it so well.

I like how this one does it all for you and I'm sure that it will get more action than the KA one.  My DH loves anything that has pasta in so for him I'm really happy I got this.  Will be trying it out in the next couple of days. :)

There are quite a few videos of people using one on YouTube, some quite lengthy, but this one is short and sweet and gives you the idea.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T4juBbZ1BY
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Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2015, 02:18:04 am
I'd have one of those if I needed it - not enough meals required in this house to warrant it though.  Nothing could be more simple, it looks wonderful.  Thanks for the link Julie, I hate watching long uTube videos.  Is it easy to clean?
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Post by: cookie1 on February 03, 2015, 02:21:18 am
Hi JulieO. I'm looking forward to hearing how yours goes. We like pasta but don't have it terribly frequently. I don't have a KA, I have a Kenwood. I have a hand turning pasta machine but I don't like to anchor it to my bench. I have thought about using DH's benches in his shed for it though.
I see Kogan have one. How do you think that would go?
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Post by: obbie on February 03, 2015, 02:27:22 am
I like the look of the Phillips one.. :)
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Post by: JulieO on February 03, 2015, 02:34:09 am
Judy I must admit I don't make pasta as often as I used to, mainly because I don't eat much of it myself these days so have been buying the dried stuff when making meals containing it for DH.  I guess it is a luxury item to buy in that case, but I haven't bought anything 'kitcheny' for so long and I know this will be used, even if it's only once a week. Nothing compares to the fresh stuff and the little recipe book that comes with it is nice, so am looking forward to having a go at some of them.  

Cookie, I wasn't aware that Kogan have one out too so I can't comment on it, but suggest taking a bit of time to look at reviews/YouTube vids (if there are any) before forming an opionion one way or another.  This is what I did with the Philips.  I got mine from Harvey Norman for $260 and I've just ordered the 2 extra dies to go with.  They should be here early next week if not before. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 03:08:02 am
This is the machine and the first lot of pasta. Bit heavy for my liking.  4 eggs, 200g semolina flour, 250 OO flour.
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Post by: stacelee on February 03, 2015, 03:27:45 am
The Phillips recipe for egg pasta was 250g flour, 95g liquid (egg & water).  Double the recipe for 4 servings.  I ended up using 500g flour and 3 eggs and topping up to 190g water.  I didn't use semolina as I hadn't replaced it from where I had a pantry moth attack.  I bought more last night so will have a play in the next couple of days.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 03, 2015, 04:27:38 am
After improvising , I definitely will get the phillips machine, I made my mix and put it through the Kenwood mincing machine the motor was working overtime to get it out but it was nice but I was frightened I would cook my motor,  I made the second half a bit wetter with another egg it came through better but it all stuck together,  the taste when cooked was nice but not really with the effort.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 03, 2015, 04:41:31 am
looks fabulous (but I'm not going to get one  :-)))
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Post by: cookie1 on February 03, 2015, 04:45:02 am
Thanks Chookie, JulieO and AB.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 05:08:31 am
Julie, thanks for the YouTube link. Both machines are pretty much the same except that the Philips is digital.
I made lasagne using 2 eggs, water and OO flour. Still not good enough.  I like my pasta silky.
I will add the spaghetti to soup and that will be ok. I made a small lasagne in the AF.  Will see what the texture is like when we eat it.
Stacelee, thanks for the recipe.  Will give that a go.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 05:10:16 am
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 03, 2015, 07:14:31 am
Watching from the sidelines and loving all the comments. ;D They both look like fabulous machines.

Even though you didn't like the texture of your Pasta Chookie it looks great to me.Did you like the Lasagne?
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Post by: cookie1 on February 03, 2015, 07:35:15 am
The lasagna does look lovely.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 08:52:24 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on February 03, 2015, 07:14:31 am
Watching from the sidelines and loving all the comments. ;D They both look like fabulous machines.

Even though you didn't like the texture of your Pasta Chookie it looks great to me.Did you like the Lasagne?

Ral wanted the leftover sausage from last night, so I had sardines on toast!
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Post by: gertbysea on February 03, 2015, 09:22:19 am
Nothing wrong with either. I love sardines on toast.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2015, 09:41:24 am
So do I girls but with tomato on top as well.
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Post by: maddy on February 03, 2015, 09:42:19 pm
I caved last night  :P

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I watched the demo I had recorded earlier, and was impressed.
Checked my tvsn account, and had a rewards voucher that covers the postage, & expires in 6 days.....saw that as it was meant to be  ;)
Can't wait to play!
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2015, 11:11:21 pm
Mandy, I think you will enjoy it, especially with a family.
I am wondering how SD pasta would go!
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Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2015, 12:26:06 am
I will probably cave very soon too. I like to add noodles to stir fry dishes but have issues with bought noodles a couple of times. So it will get used for noodles and pasta. I was checking prices last night and saw a Saeco one at The Good Guys. When I did the close up it was a Philips.  I think  it will be like my AF and get used more than enough to expend the money.
I held out on the spiral vegie peeler but will give in on this one.
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Post by: goldfish on February 04, 2015, 01:28:12 am
I'm trying hard not to look at those pasta makers! They make the KA attachment I have look like hard work! ;D I'm going to  try to be good from now on but couldn't resist these....
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From Deals Direct on special
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Mackies bread tins
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On sale from  www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au

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The 3D cookie cutters were from  www.cookiecuttershop.com.au - also available elephant, hippo, and lion as well as the giraffe. Dinosaurs, too.
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Post by: goldfish on February 04, 2015, 01:38:05 am
Must say I'm not very fond of the Tapatalk "upgrade" . . . I really don't like the changes - and I don't seem to be able to choose the size of the photo . . .  ??? :-)) Do others have this problem - or is it just me  ???  :(
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Post by: JulieO on February 04, 2015, 05:11:28 am
I used the pasta maker today and I am gobsmacked at just how quick and easy it was to use.  I was expecting some sort of newbie mistakes but I didn’t even need the instruction book after watching the videos yesterday and it all went to plan.  I made a chunky tomato sauce this morning so all I had to worry about was the pasta.

The recipe I used today was the Durum one (semolina, plain flour, egg and water).  They say it makes enough for 1-2, I could easily get 3 serves out of this if not 4 depending on appetites.
 
I weighed the dry ingredients on my scale and put in the machine, put the egg into the included jug while it was sitting on my scales, then just added water until it reached 95g.  A light whisk was all that was needed then I turned on the machine, poured in the egg/water mix gradually like you see in the video, then basically that was it.  Of course, being the first time I had to keep watching it. 

When the pasta was extruding, I expected it to be a bit sticky and had a flour shaker at the ready, but I didn’t need to use it.  I cut the strands off when I felt they were long enough and let them fall onto a tray I had sitting underneath.  I just picked the pasta up with my hands and tossed them about a bit and did the same when more of the pasta was added.
The spaghetti took about 5 mins of cooking time until it was the right consistency by doing little taste tests.

I really can’t wait to try other recipes now, especially the flavoured ones and using the different shapes. Very impressed.  ;D


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Post by: obbie on February 04, 2015, 05:40:56 am
that photo looks so good Julie
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Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2015, 07:02:47 am
Quote from: goldfish on February 04, 2015, 01:38:05 am
Must say I'm not very fond of the Tapatalk "upgrade" . . . I really don't like the changes - and I don't seem to be able to choose the size of the photo . . .  ??? :-)) Do others have this problem - or is it just me  ???  :(

I can no longer resize my photos. They come out ginormous.

JulieO I was waiting for your review. I'm going to get one. We hope to go away for a couple of days to test the new camper trailer so it will be when I return.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 04, 2015, 07:05:35 am
Yum, Julie.  I am going to try that recipe.  My recipe made so much that I dried it over night and vac sealed in serving sizes.
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Post by: goldfish on February 04, 2015, 07:32:59 am
Ohhh, Julie!!!   Keeping notes! ;D Looks fabulous!!
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Post by: JulieO on February 04, 2015, 08:26:18 am
Thanks girls, was pretty chuffed with my first effort. 

I have some of the spaghetti left over which I drizzled with the tiniest bit of evoo to stop it sticking together and have put in a container in the fridge.  I may make the Chow Mein recipe from the recipe book so I can use it up, either tomorrow or Friday  ;D

Cookie, I hope you enjoy it when you get it too and I see Maddy has ordered one as well.   :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 04, 2015, 08:51:07 am
Fabulous meal JulieO 8)
Thank goodness I can't buy the machine here :D :D
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 04, 2015, 09:47:02 am
Oh girls I want one now too. Julie your photo sells it perfectly.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 04, 2015, 09:47:17 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on February 04, 2015, 08:51:07 am
Fabulous meal JulieO 8)
Thank goodness I can't buy the machine here :D :D

Yet......☺️
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 04, 2015, 09:58:07 am
Julie, that dish looks lovely,
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 04, 2015, 07:28:42 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on February 04, 2015, 08:51:07 am
Fabulous meal JulieO 8)
Thank goodness I can't buy the machine here :D :D
In times of great need, there is always the internet!
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Post by: JulieO on February 04, 2015, 09:16:35 pm
Thankyou, was so glad it worked out so well the first time.  ;D

I'm quite willing to be a guinea pig over the next few weeks for anyone unsure if they want one.  I can report back with how the different pastas/shapes worked out, both good and bad (if that's the case). 

I expect I'll be using it a lot at first because I want to experiment and it was so much fun the first time (I know, I need to get out more!)  ;D  Anyway the next lot I'll be doing is the spinach lasagne sheets, looking forward to that.  :D

Cornish, I'm sure it's only a matter of time before they will be available in the UK.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 04, 2015, 09:50:15 pm
Not looking! Nope!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2015, 12:51:21 am
Quote from: JulieO on February 04, 2015, 09:16:35 pm
Thankyou, was so glad it worked out so well the first time.  ;D

I'm quite willing to be a guinea pig over the next few weeks for anyone unsure if they want one.  I can report back with how the different pastas/shapes worked out, both good and bad (if that's the case). 

I expect I'll be using it a lot at first because I want to experiment and it was so much fun the first time (I know, I need to get out more!)  ;D  Anyway the next lot I'll be doing is the spinach lasagne sheets, looking forward to that.  :D

Cornish, I'm sure it's only a matter of time before they will be available in the UK.  ;D


Thanks JulieO. That would be great. As I said I won't be getting mine for about a week. I couldn't stand buying one and then going camping. Rough camping this time, no caravan.  :'( :'( so much of our South West is on fire we keep having to change where we want to go. We have decided it may be best not to camp in some of our forest campsites at the moment.
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Post by: Katj on February 05, 2015, 01:24:54 am
Cookie, it will also be sad to see all that beautiful bushland burnt out. Must be horrific to experience something like that.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 05, 2015, 02:46:06 am
Cookie I hope you have a great time, we are looking at options for our next trip, trying to avoid the State parks as they now have a prebook your campsite and it costs abound $37.50 a night, what a rip off, the last one we stayed at had a drop toilet, no water, showers or garbage spot.  A caravan park would have been cheaper, will sign off now before I really get started  :-\
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2015, 03:10:21 am
It is disgusting isn't it?  On top of that the toilets stink and ........

The fires are horrid indeed Katj. I really feel for the people down there. As you say the bush land is truly beautiful. The forests take your breathe away as you drive through them.
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Post by: judydawn on February 05, 2015, 03:12:56 am
Stay well away from those fires cookie, does it leave you with many options?
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Post by: JulieO on February 05, 2015, 04:00:29 am
Stay safe Cookie, sounds quite scary.

Couldn’t help but make the spinach lasagne sheets.  I was going to make a green juice anyway, so I juiced enough spinach first to use in the pasta recipe. 
Not everyone has a juicer to be able to do that, so maybe using the spinach flour recipe (I think it’s in MWOC) would be a good alternative.  If you get the right ratio of spinach to flour from that, then when you have the 500g that’s required for the machine, use 2 eggs and the appropriate amount of water to bring up to the right amount stated in the recipe.  I’m sure this would work just as well and have made a note to try this next time.  Alternatively, if you have spinach powder you could try that instead.

Again I was amazed at how well the machine worked.  The sheets come out in a cylinder shape which you cut off to your desired length and lie them flat on a clean bench/tea towel etc until all the dough has been extruded.  I then took the first photo to show what they looked like and how they can be stacked with no sticking.  I even managed to get the lengths pretty much the same, just by chance really.  As you’re not going to see them when in the lasagne anyway, it doesn’t really matter.

The sun in the second photo has made everything look really red.  I took the photo on our front verandah which was very bright, but at least you get the idea. 

I had a small piece with salad and it was really nice.  The thickness is just right.  Have put a serve away for DH’s dinner and the rest have been cut up and frozen for his work meals.  Another success.

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Post by: Wonder on February 05, 2015, 04:09:59 am
That looks great Julie. I was worried the pasta wouldn't be that silky texture without the kneading and would seem dry.
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Post by: JulieO on February 05, 2015, 04:44:23 am
I know what you mean Wonder.  It does knead, though not as much as say my KA dough hook does where you can let it knead as long as you want,  but obviously this machine does it enough for it to work.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on February 05, 2015, 05:11:29 am
You're having a great time Julie and your experiments can only help others lucky enough to own one of these machine.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2015, 06:21:29 am
Thank you for making that JulieO. They look perfect.

Judy we thought we would go down towards Albany. There are a few fires around there but nothing like the ones further west. although Boddington has a bad one. They are having a better day today, although they are still out of control.
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Post by: Katj on February 05, 2015, 07:22:42 am
Julie, those Lasagne sheets looks really impressive, not to mention the finished dish...wow
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 05, 2015, 07:23:41 am
Fabulous result Julie 8)
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 05, 2015, 07:32:42 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 04, 2015, 09:50:15 pm
Not looking! Nope!

Gert
We've heard that one from you before, Gert  ;D  You know you are going to give in and get one!!

Julie, that lasagne looks great, you must be really chuffed.
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Post by: goldfish on February 05, 2015, 08:55:26 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 04, 2015, 09:50:15 pm
Not looking! Nope!

Gert

 ;D  T'would look great next to your AF, Gert.  Just imagine . . the meat sauce in the TM, lasagne sheets, etc in the pasta machine, assemble, into the AF . . . and Bob's your uncle!!  ;D ;D  (p.s.: I'm not looking either!! :-)) ;D)
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Post by: troupie on February 05, 2015, 09:11:05 am
You are bad bad ladies making me want to spend my money and another appliance; I was just deciding on the air fryer and along comes another one. I thought when I bought the tmx that would be the end. Keep it up though (smiling to myself).
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 05, 2015, 09:13:06 am
Just watching a cooking show making homemade cannelloni , yummmmmm
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Post by: Decadent Dot on February 05, 2015, 09:13:55 am
Since I had my TM5, I have found that I like to keep the book on hand even though I would work from the chip. There is just no counter room in my kitchen so I came across a book holder that is so simple but so useful. I bought it off Amazon. I decided that I would hang it from one of those tool hanging bars with the s shaped hooks. It is right in my line of sight and holds the biggest books as well as my tablet. I am passing on the idea in case you have never thought of it accompanied by two pictures.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 05, 2015, 09:24:24 am
We must be watching the same show Brenda. It looks delicious. Think Julie's lasagne is better!
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 05, 2015, 09:45:34 am
 ;) Kimmyh, DD that looks great, good idea
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2015, 11:26:22 am
Brilliant DD.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 05, 2015, 11:30:26 am
You girls are sooooooo bad. Not looking! But i wonder  how it goes with gluten free pasta for my DD?

Gert
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 05, 2015, 01:40:37 pm
A great book holder DD 8)
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Post by: maddy on February 05, 2015, 08:05:40 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 05, 2015, 11:30:26 am
You girls are sooooooo bad. Not looking! But i wonder  how it goes with gluten free pasta for my DD?

Gert


Apparently use the same egg/water ratio Gert, but  using quinoa flour.

Thanks Julie for your feedback...getting excited and by some mircle, I've have made a space for it
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Post by: obbie on February 05, 2015, 08:55:49 pm
Must go shopping today and look. :)
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Post by: JulieO on February 05, 2015, 09:37:33 pm
Thanks again girls  :D

Maddy, I look forward to your feedback too.    ;D

I feel like when I got the TM; I want to keep using it to try all the different shapes and flavors.

Gert, I've had a look on-line and have seen in a couple of reviews saying they are using it to make gluten free pasta, but no other info as such.  I see Maddy has said to use quinoa flour and it should work okay.  If I can find some of that when I do my shopping next week, I'll buy some and give it a try for you and let you know if it works the same.  :D
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Post by: gertbysea on February 05, 2015, 10:56:13 pm
I wonder if the Laucke Gluten Free might work.

Gert
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Post by: JulieO on February 05, 2015, 11:39:24 pm
Gert, I have been doing a little research on line and it seems you really need to get the ingredients right (for gluten free pasta) to work, made by any method.

Found this blog below interesting, but I would have to buy 3 of the ingredients to give it a try (and not sure if I could get the first one here anyway) and they may not be something I would use again, so though I would love to experiment with this recipe as it seems she may have got it right, I'll leave it for now.  I will look for the Lauke flour in our supermarkets though and if I see some will grab it and report back.  :D

http://glutenfreegirl.com/2011/07/gluten-free-fresh-pasta/
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Post by: gertbysea on February 06, 2015, 01:39:28 am
Thanks for all that research. I'll have a good look.

Gert
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 06, 2015, 02:25:21 am
Julie that was great reading, thanks, I will give it a go when I get my machine, must make an effort to go to the big shops soon but it is going to be hot for a few days.  I have Pysillium, and some gluten free flour might have to experiment, it would be great for my GD.
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Post by: trudy on February 06, 2015, 04:24:55 am
Finally brought my air fryer yesterday.  Now just have to work out how to use it.  I'm scanning through all the notes that are on here!!!
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Post by: achookwoman on February 06, 2015, 05:33:42 am
The GF recipe with my machine is made with rice flour.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 06, 2015, 06:54:39 am
I had to go out and buy an external drive and internet security for my new Mac. I've got some pesky malware on my new computer that I've only had for 5 mins, and I thought that apples were supposed to be not as susceptible to virus's  :-)) :-)) :-)) The amount of money that we spend on better security to prevent malware and hackers makes me angry. Let alone the time it takes to undo the bad stuff, and then install the so called good stuff. I could've bought myself something really lovely to wear and had my hair done.
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Post by: droverjess on February 06, 2015, 07:24:05 am
Lots of shopping on here to read about... We don't eat much pasta thankfully, so I'm safe from that one.

CP that's scary... Keep us posted please.

I've just spent my wonderfully generous Christmas vouchers on art stuff and a book called "secrets from a chuckling goat", it hasn't arrived yet. I have spent a happy time sorting out my art stuff this week, some of it is very old from when I had some lessons in 2001 and 2003, and I've been given a LOT of secondhand paint and brushes and paper and boards. So I bought some canvases on a real good deal, a putty rubber, a sketch book, and some acrylic inks and a rubber tool for wiping out paint.
I have two classes next week with a new tutor so am looking forward to that a lot and she'd sent a long list of things we needed hence the shopping. DH will cut me a board from some left over ply this weekend for my easel. I haven't yet found my style or comfort zone but am enjoying the learning and the mess and it's wonderfully therapeutic, I lose myself for hours.

I also bought a bag of amazing Stylecraft wool for my next blanket project. Current one is made of squares with wool from the hospice shop progressing well and is so useful to make squares while on hospital appts etc. I've taken inspiration from here http://attic24.typepad.com and will be making the granny blanket. Instead of giving them away this year I may if they are finished in time auction them for DH's fundraising campaign for kidney cancer research. Depends how I get on, or if there is a real need. I usually give them away. There is always so much going on. Today I am finishing a manuscript.

Happy shopping everyone!
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Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2015, 07:33:39 am
CP that is a damn nuisance. I would have to pay someone to do it for me too. A hair do and nice clothes would have preferable as you said.
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Post by: judydawn on February 06, 2015, 08:38:02 am
DJ, it's wonderful that you've found something to return to that will give you so much pleasure.  I love the little crocheted robin on your link.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 06, 2015, 09:53:24 am
Oh what a nuisance CP.I hope all is going well getting rid of the computer pest.

Great buys DJ. 8)
Enjoy your classes next week.And good luck on your next kitting project for raising funds for your Cancer charity.
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Post by: Katj on February 06, 2015, 10:34:19 am
DJ, thank you for that  website link.  I'm really enjoying looking at it and now know it is one to keep coming back to.
Something therapeutic about buying wool or any craft stuff for that matter.
I also love that little crocheted robin.
My local Podiatrist has a basket of wool and needles in the waiting room. Anybody can knit a few rows while the are waiting. The finished squares are put together for blankets for the needy. They look amazing when finished.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2015, 11:40:55 am
what a brilliant idea Katj. Very thoughtful too.
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Post by: Katj on February 06, 2015, 01:24:51 pm
It is a great idea Cookie, sometimes I get there 15 minutes early, just so I can get a few rows done, lol.
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Post by: droverjess on February 06, 2015, 10:01:53 pm
Quote from: Katj on February 06, 2015, 01:24:51 pm
It is a great idea Cookie, sometimes I get there 15 minutes early, just so I can get a few rows done, lol.

I think it's a really neat idea.

I started the granny blanket tonight, on the second row, won't know if I got the number sticthes right until the row end... Counting 240 chain sticthes is trickier than one thinks! Carry on tomorrow night.
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Post by: obbie on February 06, 2015, 10:20:06 pm
I love granny blankets...
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Post by: trudy on February 07, 2015, 12:44:35 am
What a great idea KatJ.

DJ I'm so pleased that you have taken up art again as it will be such a great release for you and what a great site you have given us the link to - love the robin also!!!   Have great fun at your classes.
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Post by: Katj on February 07, 2015, 01:06:12 am
DJ, that is difficult, I have started a baby blanket recently and miss counted twice. I turned TV off and asked DH not to talk for the duration, finally got it right.
That striped Granny Blanket on the website is lovely and bright, I'm tempted to order a pack of the wool. Do you have any idea how big a blanket would be using 1 pack of 17 balls? There is no size mentioned in the pattern.
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Post by: droverjess on February 07, 2015, 07:04:48 am
How exciting a crochet along together would be!
I was so impressed with the quality of the yarn and it comes in a beautiful net bag, tied with a ribbon. High marks for presentation. I got it through her website, her wool shop link which goes to another store. It was quite quick delivery and I had to buy a 4mm hook as I didn't have one. I only leant to crochet last year.
Lucy doesn't give full instructions on the relevant pages, but tells enough to make it work, and I am sure you could make it what you want, longer, wider etc. There is no definitive colour list so a bit of guessing along the way, or we all just do our own thing. I think there is enough wool to make a full size blanket, but I thought I'd do this size first and see how I get on. Might be enough left for a baby blanket after. For me it's just the start of a whole new adventure and I must keep going with the hospice wool one too, but that is very portable, as I knot squares then crochet them together, and as this one grows it will be less portable.

I copied these facts from here http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/2010/07/the-granny-stripe-tadah.html

Yarn :: 17 colours of Stylecraft Special DK, worked on a 4mm hook.

Measures :: 110 x 150 cm

Starting chain :: 240

Stripes :: 60

Balls :: approx 10 x 100g

Weight :: just less than 1kg

Make it what you want and have fun!

PS
I have no idea why it put the kneading sign in the prose..LOL

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Post by: Katj on February 07, 2015, 08:17:47 am
Thanks So much DJ. The style craft yarn does look beautiful, not sure if the shop would ship to Australia. There is another UK yarn site called Deramores that ships here for free if you spend $100. They also have the Stylecraft wool.  I really should use up what I have, but saw those colours and thought wow!
I taught myself to Crochet approx 4 years ago and still stick to simple patterns because I find that so relaxing( once I've got the initial chain done, lol)
At least you have good crochet weather there right now, stinking hot here, but by the fan I still manage to do a little. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2015, 09:37:08 am
Clever girls. I can do embroidery, knit but when I crochet it always ends up as a hat. An aunt was going to teach me to Tatt ( I think that's right) but I was too slow getting my act into great and she died. It's like crochet but you use a shuttle. Lace making fascinates me too.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2015, 11:22:36 am
No Pasta Maker yet. I spent the rest of my Christmas Dymocks vouchers today.
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This book is fiction, but as I love GBBO I couldn't resist it.
The Paul Hollywood book is from Dymocks and the magazine from a newsagent. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/07/1de839e6068b911272209f515ba5e5c2.jpg)
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Post by: Katj on February 07, 2015, 09:12:29 pm
Both books look interesting Cookie. A bit of light reading for you days away. Enjoy!
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Post by: obbie on February 07, 2015, 09:36:01 pm
must go shopping love Mary Berry
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Post by: droverjess on February 07, 2015, 10:37:01 pm
Katj - Re the wool, I think they do ship globally from attic 24 shop link on her site.

The count was just ok, have just finished my first colour - pomegranate. Change colours tomorrow.
The colours are listed on one of the granny blanket pages. I like to use her link to the shop to help her as she gives so much for her readers and followers in terms of wonderful ideas.

JD - I taught myself crochet by watching you tube videos!
Cookie - Love the idea of the novel... Will await your review!
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Post by: judydawn on February 07, 2015, 11:05:52 pm
Nice choices cookie, I enjoy watching those 2 in the UK bake off programme.
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Post by: mcmich on February 08, 2015, 05:16:14 am
The Mary Berry book looks like a lovely read. Look forward to your review Cookie.
I need a light read at the moment as I have just finished a true crime read and it was heart breaking.
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Post by: JulieO on February 08, 2015, 09:28:41 am
I used the pasta machine again today.

Made linguine for Hokkien Mee (recipe in the included cook book).  Using prawns and various veg that I had in the fridge, it turned out really good, DH loved it. 

I believe that the pasta amounts stated are much more than I could ever serve, but that totally depends on peoples appetites I guess.  Have made a note to only make half serve of pasta the next time I make this particular dish.  The pasta turned out brilliantly,.  Have I said how much I really love this machine?  ;D

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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 08, 2015, 09:38:23 am
Looks really delicious Julie 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 08, 2015, 10:26:04 am
I really love your machine too Julie. And the noodles look mouthwatering. Watched a Phillips cooking event on TVSN yesterday in hope of seeing it in action. Instead saw 1hr on the air fryer and found out no stock on pasta maker.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 08, 2015, 10:29:38 am
That dish looks great Julie, hoping to get down to the shops on Tuesday to see if I can get one.. What sort of dies are the two new ones?
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Post by: judydawn on February 08, 2015, 11:13:46 am
Recipe book quality picture Julie.
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Post by: Wonder on February 08, 2015, 07:34:02 pm
That looks amazing JulieO. I'm thinking I might look at getting the pasta maker for DH for his birthday in May, he always has more time than me to make fresh pasta and loves doing it. Is the recipe for the hokkein noodles different to pasta or just the shape?
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Post by: JulieO on February 08, 2015, 08:46:53 pm
Thankyou Cornish and Judy ☺

Kimmy I can imagine the machine selling well after reviews have been so complimentary around the place.

Aussie Brenda, there are 4 other dies that come in 2 packs of 2.  There is the Udon & Ramen pack and also Angel Hair and Flat wide which will be like pappardelle.  I’ve ordered both packs which have been sent so just waiting on delivery now.

I would love a macaroni shaped one and used that particular shape a lot with my KA pasta press, but am thinking I could use the penne one and cut them really thinly as they come out.  Not the same obviously but would get small pieces that could be used like macaroni.  Will have to experiment with that.

Wonder, I think it just refers to the sauce. I just decided to use the linguine cutter because I hadn’t used that one yet, but it went perfectly with the dish anyway.  

Over the course of the next few weeks I will be trying the different recipes in the book; the 4 cheese carrot pasta (pappardelle) sounds nice.  You use carrot juice to flavour and colour the pasta instead of water, so am looking forward to that one.
Also the Soba salad with salmon & asparagus sounds nice.  Just need to get some buckwheat flour to make the soba noodles. Also want to try wholemeal pasta too.  Actually I don't think there was anything mentioned in the book that I don't want to try  ;D
 
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Post by: mcmich on February 09, 2015, 06:16:39 am
Always good to get a recommendation Julie.  :D How is it better than your KA pasta attachments?
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2015, 06:46:15 am
It's just so quick and easy Mcmich!

With the KA I would first make the pasta in the bowl with the dough hook etc, then I would attach the relevant pasta attachment or if doing shapes, the pasta press and put the pasta through the attachement.  It took much longer and was more fiddly than basically just adding the ingredients to the Philips and letting it mix and extrude the pasta itself.  I have to remember to put a pot of water on to heat before starting the process so that it's nicely simmering by the time the pasta is ready to cook.  It just makes the whole process very simple and quick.

I so hope I don't have any trouble with the machine as I really like it (though it does have a 2 year warranty).  :D
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Post by: Wonder on February 09, 2015, 06:57:32 am
JulieO, is the pasta thin enough for ravioli? The lasagne sheets look quite thick. DH would love to make all our pasta but it's just too time consuming with the KA so I think this is something he would like and get a lot of use out of.
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2015, 07:48:47 am
Seeing there would be 2 layers of the pasta, it may be a little thick.  I like the sheets to be thin for ravioli so I can't say with 100% confidence that that would be the case.  I'll try it at some stage though and will report back.  :D
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Post by: maddy on February 09, 2015, 08:10:21 am
Loving your reports...Thanks Julie  :-*.  I picked my machine up from the post office tonight, so hopefully I will get to play tomorrow  ;)



Gosh, I've been so bad this week, I really deserve a big  smack!!

2 days ago I purchased a pink (shock huh  :P)  Wesco bread bin I have been ogling for some time.  It's vented & apparently keeps baked bread & goodies fresh...we shall see

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3772049f27da7b1535016bdd455cdb5e.jpg)

This dreamfarm garlic press online, which apparently is the king of presses.  Honestly, I think the tupperware one is over-rated, I've had it for years & really not that impressed.  This one ejects the peel straight to the bin, so no garlicky fingers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/922c253fee8648ff2c5d8a90b2178add.jpg)

Sadly my percolator died this week, & I do love a strong brew programmed to be made & waiting when I wake.
I've never been happy with the glass pots though, as the coffee stays only Luke warm.
After a bit of searching, I found this beuty by Breville, sold in Myer

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d22bfee8f0161c768078d07c4c41bf17.jpg)

You have the choice for it to automatically grind your beans, or use Pre-ground.  Loved the thermal carafe, or program it to just grind & brew 1 cup at a time, choosing cup size & strength....in gadgetry heaven  :D


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Post by: judydawn on February 09, 2015, 08:23:44 am
Your kitchen must be bursting at the seams maddy - great buys.

With the ravioli question, it wouldn't be hard to roll it a bit thinner once it pops out would it? 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 09, 2015, 09:13:19 am
Nice buys Maddy.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2015, 11:52:15 am
If I wasn't convinced that I really need one I would be now. JulieO thanks for all the photos.
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2015, 10:08:31 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 09, 2015, 08:23:44 am
Your kitchen must be bursting at the seams maddy - great buys.

With the ravioli question, it wouldn't be hard to roll it a bit thinner once it pops out would it? 

Judy, I could give it a try but these sheets are not as soft/pliable as pasta usually is when made by other methods.  It needs to be stiffer/drier so that the shapes (penne for example) keep their shape.  Otherwise they wouldn't keep a nice open cylinder and would colapse in on themselves IYKWIM.  It was the same with the KA pasta press, had to use a different pasta recipe to use in that than when using the normal rollers, fettuccine cutter for example. 
I will definitely try rolling some lasagne sheets next time I make some to see if they can be made thinner to use in ravioli for sure.  :D

My other dies are being delivered today which is nice.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 09, 2015, 10:10:39 pm
That's understandable Julie, thanks for the explanation.
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2015, 10:14:40 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on February 09, 2015, 11:52:15 am
If I wasn't convinced that I really need one I would be now. JulieO thanks for all the photos.

You're most welcome Cookie.  There's a nice feeling of accomplishment when you make and use your own pasta in a meal and this machine makes it so much easier to do that.  

Like I've said I will try a lot of the included recipes and then will just use it whenever pasta is needed in in any recipes I see anywhere.  It's brought a bit of fun back into the kitchen for me as I was struggling there for a bit.   I know that we shouldn't eat too much of the stuff (and I'm not) so am being mindful of that, but being a new toy I can't help myself at the moment. It will settle down though.  ;D
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 09, 2015, 11:02:43 pm
Loving your posts Julie, I was going to go and investigate one today but I'm not feeling 100%  this cold has settled on my chest and has me with some coughing fits.  Can't wait to see the results of the other dies , it might be good to hold off in case I want to order them too.
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Post by: Wonder on February 10, 2015, 01:16:05 am
Thanks Julie, I thought that might be the case. It still looks a great buy though so I'll watch how you go for a bit longer before I make any decision.
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Post by: JulieO on February 10, 2015, 02:29:30 am
Wonder, they aren't going to disappear, so they will be there when and if you choose to buy one.   ;D

Aussie B, I hope you feel better soon.  :)

ETA - Gert if you see this, I bought some gluten free flour today so will have a go at making penne tomorrow, just using that in the same way as normal plain flour and see how it turns out.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on February 10, 2015, 03:47:40 am
Gert I didn't have success using GF flour.   :-\

Used 1 cup of the flour to 1 egg and the necessary amount of water.  I can see why it has to be treated differently.  The flour is like corn flour, so powder like.  I weighed the 250g but it seemed like so much more in volume, I continued on but could see it wasn't forming into clumps like the plain flour does.  I added a bit more water but I didn't like how it looked and didn't want to risk it damaging the machine for something that I wouldn't be using again, so I stopped it and threw it away.

I would think to be successful I would need to follow the advice from that blog I posted the other day and use those other ingredients, but as it's not something I need to make, I'll give it a miss. At least I tried.  :P

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Post by: gertbysea on February 10, 2015, 04:00:09 am
Thanks for trying Julie. When all is said and done it is cheaper to just buy the gluten free pasta. It Ain't too bad . I am sorry it cost you the ingredients though. I owe you a drink if you are coming to the Forum Fest.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 10, 2015, 05:29:25 am
Haa, you are probably right (regarding it would be cheaper just to buy th pre-made stuff) but I love to have a go at something and it just may have worked out.  

I admit I'm totally in the dark regarding gluten free but as time goes on I'm sure someone who cooks this way may come up with a useable recipe that works in this machine.  

No need to apologise Gert, you didn't ask me to do it, I wanted to try it myself.   :D

There's a nice sounding biscuit recipe on the flour bag so I may use it up that way.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on February 10, 2015, 07:21:11 am
Quote from: maddy on February 09, 2015, 08:10:21 am
Loving your reports...Thanks Julie  :-*.  I picked my machine up from the post office tonight, so hopefully I will get to play tomorrow  ;)



Gosh, I've been so bad this week, I really deserve a big  smack!!

2 days ago I purchased a pink (shock huh  :P)  Wesco bread bin I have been ogling for some time.  It's vented & apparently keeps baked bread & goodies fresh...we shall see

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/3772049f27da7b1535016bdd455cdb5e.jpg)

This dreamfarm garlic press online, which apparently is the king of presses.  Honestly, I think the tupperware one is over-rated, I've had it for years & really not that impressed.  This one ejects the peel straight to the bin, so no garlicky fingers

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/922c253fee8648ff2c5d8a90b2178add.jpg)

Sadly my percolator died this week, & I do love a strong brew programmed to be made & waiting when I wake.
I've never been happy with the glass pots though, as the coffee stays only Luke warm.
After a bit of searching, I found this beuty by Breville, sold in Myer

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/d22bfee8f0161c768078d07c4c41bf17.jpg)

You have the choice for it to automatically grind your beans, or use Pre-ground.  Loved the thermal carafe, or program it to just grind & brew 1 cup at a time, choosing cup size & strength....in gadgetry heaven  :D




Love it when you've been shopping Maddy. So much shopping, so little time.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 10, 2015, 08:14:47 am
I went shopping to buy something we had decided DH could give me for Valentines Day - a heart shaped charm for my Pandora bracelet.  It's almost full so I ended up buying 6 more charms to help it along.  What does DH want me to give him, a feed of lamb shanks!  How could I refuse LOL.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 10, 2015, 08:33:15 am
Too funny JD.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 10, 2015, 08:41:32 am
Love it Judy. If only all the men in the world were as easy going as Geoff.
Maddy....I'm speechless.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 10, 2015, 09:01:21 am
LOL Judy :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2015, 11:32:58 am
Lovely Judy.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 10, 2015, 11:33:27 am
Julie, thanks for all the info on the Philips pasta machine. You cooked dish looks yummy. I have packed mine away.  It made too much and I have frozen some.  Will add to soup.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 10, 2015, 09:19:50 pm
Judy I think that was a very good deal! I love my Pandora bracelet. ;D

Thanks Chookie, I hope it has given people some insight into it.  I won't bombard the thread any more now, I think you all get the drift that I'm more than happy with the machine.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: judydawn on February 10, 2015, 10:31:13 pm
Not a good photo, it's hard to photograph these bracelets.  I would love a gold one but way too expensive for me.

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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 10, 2015, 10:36:12 pm
Good shopping Judy, the girls gave me two charms to add to my bracelet.  
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Post by: JulieO on February 11, 2015, 03:23:41 am
That is nice Judy.  I've got a ways to go before mine is full.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 11, 2015, 09:30:14 am
JulieO I don't mind at all if you keep posting pasta dishes.  ;D ;D. I hope to try and get mine on Friday. I hope someone has them in stock.
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Post by: JulieO on February 11, 2015, 09:39:15 pm
Thanks Cookie.  After this I'll post in the What's for dinner thread when I make anything more using it. What I've used it for so far makes me very happy I've got one but I don't want to hog this thread, it's not fair.  :D

I've seen a few independant recipes on-line and I'm sure as more people buy them we will start to see this happening more.  Someone juiced some pumpkin and used that as a flavour/colour base insted of water, I wouldn't have thought of that.  :D

I'll end saying the penne yesterday turned out really well.  The first couple of bits that came out were a bit ugly but as the machine got going they were perfect.  Again only took about 5 mins of cooking time until a bite test told me they were al dente.  Just made a small serve but it was lovely.

I think cutting them off about 1cm thick as they extrude would make them a good alternative to macaroni.  Of course not the same thing, but I think they would work really well.

I've read on the Philips site that they will be bringing more dies out so will look forward to that.  :D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/Very%20New%20Savoury/IMG_7434_zpsbf4cffff.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/Very%20New%20Savoury/IMG_7434_zpsbf4cffff.jpg.html)
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Post by: obbie on February 12, 2015, 01:29:16 am
Yum Julie O
your photos are wonderful.
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Post by: Katj on February 12, 2015, 01:47:34 am
Yes Julie, photo's good enough to sell the machine.
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Post by: judydawn on February 12, 2015, 02:06:22 am
Phillips should pay you for testing recipes Julie  ;D  I'm pleased for you that you're loving this machine and if anyone has any doubts about buying it, your testing would certainly have allayed any doubts they might have.
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Post by: Wonder on February 12, 2015, 02:43:33 am
That looks amazing JulieO. I'm assuming it's macaroni cheese - is it a recipe from here?
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Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2015, 04:07:02 am
Thank you again girls.  :D  I can understand why many of you were posting about the Airfryer when you all bought one.  When you are happy with something you can't seem to help yourself  ;D

Wonder,  the recipe is from the incuded recipe book, except I only made a half serve of the pasta.  :D

The machine is having a rest day today but tomorrow I'm making soba noodles to go with a salmon & asparagus salad.  Using buckwheat flour will be a first, so will see how that turns out.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 12, 2015, 04:56:31 am
Julie how much did you pay for the extra die's I'm probably going to H N tomorrow.
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Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2015, 05:33:52 am
Brenda, HN didn't sell the extra dies, I ordered from here (free shipping)

http://www.billyguyatts.com.au/philips-pasta-noodle-maker-accessory-hr2401-06.html

http://www.billyguyatts.com.au/philips-pasta-noodle-maker-accessory-hr2403-06.html
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 12, 2015, 06:50:44 am
Stacelee and JulieO I am ready to go out and purchase.  ;D ;DThe Good guys have a pasta maker they advertise as a Saeco one, yet it has Philips on the front of it.
What is the model number of yours please? This one is HR 2357/06

I don't want to buy the wrong one. The pictures look exactly the same as yours. Thanks. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2015, 07:22:28 am
That's the one Cookie.  I paid $260 at Harvey Norman just so you have a comparison.  :)
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Post by: stacelee on February 12, 2015, 07:33:48 am
Thats definitely it.  I got mine from TVSN because I wanted the extra dies and they had them packaged with it (and I didn't have time to go looking for it).  The classic was that the day I ordered it, I ended up going late night shopping unexpectedly and I saw it in Myers and in JB HiFi.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 12, 2015, 08:19:25 am
Thanks.  :D :D
I have been checking which stores have it and had a chat to the lass at my local Good
Guys. She said the guy brought them in and demonstrated it. She said everyone in the store  loved it. However they are out of stock. My local HN has one so I may go and get it in the morning.
Apparently it is Saeco/Philips now I was told. Not that it makes a difference.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 12, 2015, 08:49:31 am
Love your photos Julie. You can hog any thread you like. Never get tired of them x
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 12, 2015, 08:53:55 am
Superb photos Julie.Your photos certainly sell the machine. 8)
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Post by: judydawn on February 12, 2015, 09:43:27 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on February 12, 2015, 08:49:31 am
Love your photos Julie. You can hog any thread you like. Never get tired of them x

I second that statement.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2015, 09:11:23 pm
(http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-signs001.gif) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/3donkeys_zps0cc204ea.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/3donkeys_zps0cc204ea.jpg.html)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 12, 2015, 11:51:39 pm
Oh so cute. Thanks photo queen.  ;)
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Post by: judydawn on February 13, 2015, 12:52:22 am
Friends of yours Julie?  LOL
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2015, 03:36:13 am
Yeah. I have one and I can't wait to use it. However we are having a power outage for them to do some work around here until 3.30pm. Boo hoo.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/12/2c369175582edce5f55d057c68bd53d6.jpg)

No wifi because of the outage and having to use 3G which doesn't go well in our house. A chance to select dinner and wash the machine parts well.
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Post by: Wonder on February 13, 2015, 03:58:57 am
Can't wait to see your creations Cookie
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 13, 2015, 06:55:48 am
Quote from: Wonder on February 13, 2015, 03:58:57 am
Can't wait to see your creations Cookie
Me too ;D
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Post by: Katj on February 13, 2015, 07:27:35 am
Such a cute photo Julie.
Well done on your purchase Cookie.
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 13, 2015, 11:40:47 am
Great purchase cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 13, 2015, 08:27:21 pm
Go Cookie go.  Will be interested to see what you make. Saw them for sale in Good Guys yesterday.
Bought a square bucket (non stick ) and wire frame with skewers for the AF. Did a deal, both for $50. Looking forward to cooking rolls in the bucket. Maybe a Tomato Charlotte also. Chicken Kababs today with roast Capsican and Zuchinni underneath.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 14, 2015, 03:33:21 am
That pasta maker is soooo tempting.

Julie someone told me that Quinoa flour works well for pasta. I wonder.

Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 14, 2015, 07:11:12 am
I just wonder if more stuff would needed to be added Gert.  Today I made soba noodles which uses GF buckwheat flour plus a little plain flour and they worked perfectly.  No good for what you want I know, but the pasta obviously needs something else besides just the GF flour. 

If I see quinoa flour when shopping, I will get some and give it a try at some stage, not a problem.  :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on February 14, 2015, 08:04:42 am
Nah don't bother. Next time my DD's comes over I will ue up my quinoa, make some flour and have a play doing it by hand or using my dinosaur  atlas!

I have not a lot of time to mess with the stuff right now but I am keeping it in mind.
Gert
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 14, 2015, 08:17:36 am
No worries Gert, just ask if you'd like me to try, I really don't mind.  :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 14, 2015, 10:36:35 am
The soba noodles are so nice. I ground buckwheat in the faithful thermomix and used that for them. It won't be the last time either.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 14, 2015, 11:11:18 am
My non electric alarm clock died the other day. I really liked it as it was digital. This was all I could find in a rush to replace it.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/14/965963552f4f7a4ceb845d773940d762.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 14, 2015, 01:50:08 pm
I bet those bells are loud Cookie :D :D Nice colour  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on February 14, 2015, 07:22:43 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on February 14, 2015, 10:36:35 am
The soba noodles are so nice. I ground buckwheat in the faithful thermomix and used that for them. It won't be the last time either.

When I made mine, I was so pleased to see that they were the same colour like the dried ones you buy (little things please little minds)  ;D

Also it's good to see the TM milled the grains down enough to use Cookie.  :D
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Post by: obbie on February 14, 2015, 10:11:04 pm
ooh Maddy would love it..
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Katj on February 14, 2015, 11:02:00 pm
Only thing I've bought  was a copy of Quick Fix: Every Occasion for my nieces 50th Birthday next Sat.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2015, 07:20:38 am
I'm sure she will love it Katj.
Yes CC, the bells were very loud. I think I possibly woke half the street at 4.15am.  :D :D
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Post by: Jamberie on February 15, 2015, 07:36:36 am
I hosted a Tupperware party for my friend who had just started demonstrating (it was her first party)...I ended up buying way too many things but got some great freebies. Among my purchases was the silicone muffin tray (6 hole) which will fit in the varoma and the matching bundt (which I hope will fit in the varoma), as both of those items won't be available for much longer.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2015, 11:34:15 am
Good buys.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 15, 2015, 11:38:52 am
You are good to help kick start your friends Tupperware business Jamberie.We look forward to seeing your purchases when they arrive ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 15, 2015, 11:57:34 am
The measuring cups are the best as they have the thirds measures as well.
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Post by: judydawn on February 15, 2015, 12:49:10 pm
I have an orange set from years ago, the extra sizes are very handy.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 15, 2015, 09:20:28 pm
I need to find a Tupperware person, as I have a broken mixing bowl.
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Post by: Jamberie on February 16, 2015, 08:35:28 am
Quote from: obbie on February 15, 2015, 09:20:28 pm
I need to find a Tupperware person, as I have a broken mixing bowl.

The Tupperware consultant told me that you will be able to do your own replacements via the website very soon (I got the impression that it was within weeks).

Yes, I agree the measuring cups are the best! My mum still has her green set and I have a yellow set. I think purple is the latest colour.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 16, 2015, 11:27:19 am
I have a yellow set. I don't think they will ever wear out.  :)
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Post by: troupie on February 16, 2015, 11:33:31 am
Not food related but I went to Spotlight this morning after the dentist (needed some retail therapy) and came home with two plastic trays to keep my sewing bits tidy, two soup bowls with owls on them (GCs), Hello Kitty material (to make something for GD) and a Big Shot machine for my craft. Haven't hade one before but I hope I can work it out and get good use.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2015, 05:32:08 am
It sounds like just what the dentist ordered. What is a Big Shot machine please troupie?  Is it a sort of sewing machine?
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: troupie on February 17, 2015, 05:45:09 am
Cookie the big shot machine is for making cards and other paper craft; it cuts and embosses paper. I have not done much on it other than unwrap but hope it goes well. There might be others out there who can give me hints on its use. DH gave me some money for Christmas so I bought this as had an eye on one for ages. Paper punches getting too hard to use with my hands so hope this is better.
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Post by: jeninwa on February 17, 2015, 08:57:36 am
Troupie I have a big shot and use it quite a bit for embossing, and die cutting for my paper crafts. Kasercrafts are bringing out larger embossing folders. The craft shop in greenwood has quite a good range for the big shot. Have fun playing with your new toy.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2015, 11:43:15 am
It sounds quite exciting. Have fun with it troupie. See you tomorrow at Nikki's cooking class.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 17, 2015, 12:40:16 pm
Have a good time at Nikkit's cooking class girls.Photos would be most appreciated  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 17, 2015, 12:41:47 pm
I'm betting it will be lots of fun girls.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: kyton on February 19, 2015, 07:04:06 am
Bought a new dishwasher. My Bosch had been playing up terribly so I finally bit the bullet and bought a Miele.

Plus we bought and dismantled a display cabinet last week at a Grays auction. Lol it cost us $11 then another $200 for the truck to transport it home. Had our builder start to install it for us, so I dread to think what his cost will be!!(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/18/21383f159d61594b8618f5640e1482b9.jpg)
This is what it looked like before we dismantled it.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/18/d18d2e057c85cceb6abddea30050a3e8.jpg)
And this is our builder's handy work so far.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 19, 2015, 08:07:38 pm
Quote from: kyton on February 19, 2015, 07:04:06 am
Bought a new dishwasher. My Bosch had been playing up terribly so I finally bit the bullet and bought a Miele.

Plus we bought and dismantled a display cabinet last week at a Grays auction. Lol it cost us $11 then another $200 for the truck to transport it home. Had our builder start to install it for us, so I dread to think what his cost will be!!(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/18/21383f159d61594b8618f5640e1482b9.jpg)
This is what it looked like before we dismantled it.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/18/d18d2e057c85cceb6abddea30050a3e8.jpg)
And this is our builder's handy work so far.
Very good buy.
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Post by: obbie on February 19, 2015, 08:42:07 pm
great buy :)
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Post by: kyton on February 19, 2015, 09:03:36 pm
Lol it was. My husband collects NRL jerseys so this is one corner of his garage. The cabinet maker is coming next week to measure up for cubby holes for each of the children to go at right angle on the left hand side (where the small bookcase is sitting). This will then create a bit of a alcove for the footy memorabilia and in front a gym workout area will be built.
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Post by: judydawn on February 19, 2015, 09:05:26 pm
Would love to see another photo of it when it's fully decked out with everything kyton, what a great find.
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Post by: mab19 on February 19, 2015, 11:41:41 pm
That's a great buy. :)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 20, 2015, 12:49:51 am
Quote from: kyton on February 19, 2015, 09:03:36 pm
The cabinet maker is coming next week to measure up for cubby holes for each of the children to go at right angle on the left hand side (where the small bookcase is sitting).

Fabulous idea. Can it expand as the children grow or do you just shove them in?
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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2015, 01:23:26 am
What a great buy. It is looking good now.




CP ......ROFL.  ;D ;D
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Post by: kyton on February 20, 2015, 02:56:12 am
CP I would love to shove them in there some days LOL. But seriously anything to keep the garage entry free of millions of shoes, hats and helmets I am up for. I cannot believe sometimes that we have a 8 car garage that only fits two cars at present! But I can see the finish line so it is all coming together finally.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 20, 2015, 03:15:20 am
Quote from: JulieO on February 04, 2015, 05:11:28 am
I used the pasta maker today and I am gobsmacked at just how quick and easy it was to use.  I was expecting some sort of newbie mistakes but I didn’t even need the instruction book after watching the videos yesterday and it all went to plan.  I made a chunky tomato sauce this morning so all I had to worry about was the pasta.

The recipe I used today was the Durum one (semolina, plain flour, egg and water).  They say it makes enough for 1-2, I could easily get 3 serves out of this if not 4 depending on appetites.
 
I weighed the dry ingredients on my scale and put in the machine, put the egg into the included jug while it was sitting on my scales, then just added water until it reached 95g.  A light whisk was all that was needed then I turned on the machine, poured in the egg/water mix gradually like you see in the video, then basically that was it.  Of course, being the first time I had to keep watching it. 

When the pasta was extruding, I expected it to be a bit sticky and had a flour shaker at the ready, but I didn’t need to use it.  I cut the strands off when I felt they were long enough and let them fall onto a tray I had sitting underneath.  I just picked the pasta up with my hands and tossed them about a bit and did the same when more of the pasta was added.
The spaghetti took about 5 mins of cooking time until it was the right consistency by doing little taste tests.

I really can’t wait to try other recipes now, especially the flavoured ones and using the different shapes. Very impressed.  ;D


(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/Very%20New%20Savoury/IMG_7410_zpsd347cb95.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/Very%20New%20Savoury/IMG_7410_zpsd347cb95.jpg.html)

Hi Julie,

I jumped on to the forum to look for reviews on the Philips pasta maker. And hey presto... :D

Very helpful post. Thanks Julie xx

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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2015, 04:09:21 am
Hi BZB. I love mine. It is used lots and lots. If you want to see one in action, give me a call and come over.
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 20, 2015, 05:48:27 am
Thanks Cookie. You are such an adorable biccie  :D ;D ;)

I've never made pasta or noodles in my life. Very, very excited!
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Post by: troupie on February 20, 2015, 10:18:11 am
The pasta maker sure does sound good; we don't eat much but I am tempted for my daughter and her little family. To be able to eat fresh food is so much better.
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Post by: stacelee on February 20, 2015, 10:21:11 am
I'm loving mine...making fresh pasta is faster than driving down the road to buy takeaway and my three feathery ladies in the backyard are giving me 3 eggs a day at the moment so I have no reason not to make egg pasta.  My son has been having a wonderful time experimenting with noodle dishes including ramen and udon (he made a fantastic miso/ramen soup for my lunch the other day).  I've even been asked to make some to send over to my mother's.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2015, 11:30:24 am
Yes, one egg, some water and a cup of flour, and hey presto. We had herb pasta last night with green Vegies and asparagus with chicken and a lemon dressing. Very nice.
I've also sent for the extra extrusion plates.
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Post by: JulieO on February 20, 2015, 08:31:02 pm
Quote from: BeezeeBee on February 20, 2015, 03:15:20 am

Hi Julie,

I jumped on to the forum to look for reviews on the Philips pasta maker. And hey presto... :D

Very helpful post. Thanks Julie xx



You're quite welcome Boo.  As the other girls have said too, I really like my machine, so effortless to use.  I've been away and haven't used it for a few days but looking forward to getting back into it again.  :D
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Post by: troupie on February 21, 2015, 11:00:47 am
JeninWA, when you say the craft shop in Greenwood, do you mean near the hotel on Warwick Rd. I also got a few at the $2 shop at Warwick. Will go and have a look. Want some cutting ones now and then I can make a start.
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Post by: JulieO on February 24, 2015, 02:44:01 am
Just thought I'd post this little video of the pasta maker for anyone else interested.  It shows a lot more than the other vids.  :)

http://www.mouthsofmums.com.au/mom-rewards-prize/philips-pasta-noodle-maker/
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 24, 2015, 05:23:33 am
Loving mine we are having beef stirfry tonight with veggie flavored spaghetti noodles.  Julie do you think it is worth buying the extra dyes?
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Post by: maddy on February 24, 2015, 06:00:40 am
Hope it's ok to post this, but I have only just started up a FB group called "Pasta & noodle machine creations" this afternoon.
Not that I'm experienced, but lots of postings about it are scattered through various forums.  I thought if it was pooled into 1 group, it would make it easier for tips/recipes etc.   ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on February 24, 2015, 06:06:21 am
Quote from: troupie on February 21, 2015, 11:00:47 am
JeninWA, when you say the craft shop in Greenwood, do you mean near the hotel on Warwick Rd. I also got a few at the $2 shop at Warwick. Will go and have a look. Want some cutting ones now and then I can make a start.
Yes that's  the one. Sorry I'm so late replying haven't been on the forum much. Work seems to be getting in the way.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2015, 07:48:23 am
This isn't recent shopping as I have had the book for a while. It has now taken on a lot more importance and I find that I want to make every recipe.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/23/7b9928393320eaf8480964772330f1fc.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on February 24, 2015, 08:32:50 am
Quote from: Aussie Brenda on February 24, 2015, 05:23:33 am
Loving mine we are having beef stirfry tonight with veggie flavored spaghetti noodles.  Julie do you think it is worth buying the extra dyes?

Aussie Brenda, I haven't used any of them as yet (4) and I guess it depends if you can see yourself wanting to make really thin pasta like angel hair or udon/ramen plus the flat wide one (pappardelle).  You could of course use the spaghetti for the thin strands, but looking at the holes in the other dies, they are really quite a bit smaller than the spaghetti one.  I think the angel hair would be good in soups etc when you just want a really thin pasta that you can cut to any length that suits.

Why don't you hold off for now and I'll make those other ones in the coming 2 weeks and show the results, it may help you decide.  :D

Cookie, I look forward to seeing some of those meals you make.  ;D

Good luck with that Maddy, I'm sure it will be a success.  8)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on February 24, 2015, 09:01:19 am
Thanks Julie I'm in no hurry, Maddy I will go over to FB soon.  Watching My Kitchen Rules, great show.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2015, 11:40:56 am
Yes I've joined Maddy's FB group. Should be fun.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 26, 2015, 09:29:09 am
Bought a book for DS birthday.  Love the recipes so much I am king it and will buy him another one.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 26, 2015, 09:30:34 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/26/1e0a0b26bb6e90cb589153b3129807bf.jpg)
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Post by: BeezeeBee on February 26, 2015, 09:31:40 am
Didn't know it was your pasta group, Maddy. I joined 2 days ago. No wonder the cover photo is so beautiful. Makes sense now :)
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Post by: cookie1 on February 26, 2015, 01:38:05 pm
Chookie I remember that book. Indira Naido ( spelling) was lovely reading the news etc on SBS.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 26, 2015, 01:42:49 pm
I went shopping this morning for a birthday presents for my great-niece and great -nephew ( twins) who will be three in March.I also bought two pair of shoes for myself in the sales.Nothing flashy just practical footwear :D Found a t-shirt for GS in the sale too ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on February 26, 2015, 07:41:19 pm
CC, love it when you get what you want on sale.
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Post by: maddy on February 26, 2015, 11:02:33 pm
Quote from: BeezeeBee on February 26, 2015, 09:31:40 am
Didn't know it was your pasta group, Maddy. I joined 2 days ago. No wonder the cover photo is so beautiful. Makes sense now :)

It's an internet pic BZB...only Julie takes ones that good  ;)
 I guessed it was you.....your "Cookie" reference gave it away lol.
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Post by: mcmich on February 27, 2015, 04:38:22 am
Quote from: achookwoman on February 26, 2015, 09:30:34 am
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/26/1e0a0b26bb6e90cb589153b3129807bf.jpg)

I have that book Chookie, my favourite recipe is (well it's a bit hard to choose) it's a toss up between the rosemary country rolls and Thai chicken salad. The strawberry, Cointreau jam and twice baked cheese soufflés are really good too.

I'm sure you and DS will both enjoy this book.
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Post by: goldfish on February 27, 2015, 04:55:19 am
Chookie - this has been a favourite of mine for a while . . it's a beautiful book! I'm sure both you and your DS will really enjoy it.  I gave my original copy to my DD and bought another for me. . .And Mich is right - it really is hard to point to a particular favourite recipe :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 27, 2015, 08:49:03 am
Trawling through the online newspaper this morning and I saw this new nifty invention.Of course I immediately thought of Gert and her love of freshly brewed coffee :D :D
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2971259/The-coffee-maker-one-cup-Mug-comes-built-grinder-make-drink-fresh-possible.html
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Post by: gertbysea on February 27, 2015, 09:04:29 am
Brilliant CC. I would buy that!

Gert

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Post by: mcmich on March 01, 2015, 06:48:14 am
I've never had a cabin suitcase and thinking of Melbourne for later this year and DH's weekends to NZ to watch the rugby and visit family, we bought a cabin bag. It was on sale at a very reasonable price. Hopefully we will be able to save the $20-$30 of check-in luggage and it will also be useful for the camper trailer. I always pack way too much stuff. As a bonus it came in my favourite colour - red  ;D It still weighs 2.4kgs so packing light will be a priority.
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Post by: judydawn on March 01, 2015, 06:50:02 am
Love the colour Michele, it's obviously smaller than it looks.
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Post by: mcmich on March 01, 2015, 06:52:39 am
It's very small Judy. It does have a very generous front pocket that you could put underwear/flat heeled shoes/magazines.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 01, 2015, 07:21:15 am
Quote from: mcmich on March 01, 2015, 06:48:14 am
I've never had a cabin suitcase and thinking of Melbourne for later this year and DH's weekends to NZ to watch the rugby and visit family, we bought a cabin bag. It was on sale at a very reasonable price. Hopefully we will be able to save the $20-$30 of check-in luggage and it will also be useful for the camper trailer. I always pack way too much stuff. As a bonus it came in my favourite colour - red  ;D It still weighs 2.4kgs so packing light will be a priority.

You can do it. I have only had a carry  on for years. Makes life sooooo easy. No body is looking at you for wearing the same thing for days in a row. Who cares??


Mind you it is possible I may just have a checked bag for Melbourne if I book with QF. Ther may be some shopping I may have to do. Or NOT!


Gert
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Post by: mcmich on March 01, 2015, 08:09:14 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on March 01, 2015, 07:21:15 am
Quote from: mcmich on March 01, 2015, 06:48:14 am
I've never had a cabin suitcase and thinking of Melbourne for later this year and DH's weekends to NZ to watch the rugby and visit family, we bought a cabin bag. It was on sale at a very reasonable price. Hopefully we will be able to save the $20-$30 of check-in luggage and it will also be useful for the camper trailer. I always pack way too much stuff. As a bonus it came in my favourite colour - red  ;D It still weighs 2.4kgs so packing light will be a priority.

You can do it. I have only had a carry  on for years. Makes life sooooo easy. No body is looking at you for wearing the same thing for days in a row. Who cares??

Absolutely Gert, Who cares or takes notice? I take way too much stuff every time I go away.


Mind you it is possible I may just have a checked bag for Melbourne if I book with QF. There may be some shopping I may have to do. Or NOT!


Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 03, 2015, 08:48:46 pm
treadmill :)
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Post by: JulieO on March 04, 2015, 12:19:41 am
I ordered these leather pants which arrived yesterday.  Absolutely love them!  Such soft comfortable leather that smell great.  The only thing was the outside of the thighs were a little gapey so I took them to a dress maker and she is taking them in there and also taking 11cm off the length so they should fit great then.

I also bought these lovely shoes yesterday, couldn't resist them as they were so comfortable even though they are a high heel.  They will go with a few things in my wardrobe.  They do look lighter in the photo.  When on they are darker and you see sparkly bits here and there.  :D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/leather%20jeans_zpszoh3vuzd.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/leather%20jeans_zpszoh3vuzd.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/IMG_7469_zpslqk9oxcf.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/IMG_7469_zpslqk9oxcf.jpg.html)
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2015, 12:26:18 am
You are so fashion conscious Julie, I can just see you in them.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2015, 12:41:02 am
Julie you are indeed stylish. Good on you. If I had the figure I'd love a pair of leather pants. I adore the shoes. You will indeed look beautiful.
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Post by: Wonder on March 04, 2015, 01:58:00 am
They look great JulieO. Can I ask where you got the pants? I'm looking for a jacket at the moment and have been looking online as well as in stores but worried about buying online when I can't feel the actual quality. I had leather pants when I was 18 - not sure I could do them again  :o
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Post by: JulieO on March 04, 2015, 02:27:59 am
Thankyou Judy and Cookie, you are such lovelies!  :D

Wonder I bought them from Ezibuy, no hassle returns if they don't fit or are not what you want.   :)
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Post by: gertbysea on March 04, 2015, 02:54:40 am
Love them Julie. If you had leather pants up here you could watch the mould grow at the moment. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2015, 03:31:38 am
I found that out in Broome many years ago.  ;D


In my shoes!
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Post by: JulieO on March 04, 2015, 03:55:20 am
That would be a different look Gert  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 04, 2015, 06:43:04 am
just gorgeous JO - I think you will turn heads
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 04, 2015, 07:00:10 am
Fabulous buys Julie. 8)
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Post by: mcmich on March 04, 2015, 07:28:45 am
Loving the pants and the shoes Julie - you are one hot grandma.  :D
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Post by: JulieO on March 04, 2015, 08:35:30 pm
Thanks CP, Cornish and Mcmich.  :D

Mcmich I thought they'd finish off my new look.  ;D

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/04/05/article-1373606-0B77FAB800000578-490_306x479.jpg)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 04, 2015, 09:35:44 pm
NICE.   :D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2015, 12:24:49 am
Yikes, let me know if you go down that track Julie.  I don't think I'd be game to meet you for coffee again  :D
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Post by: JulieO on March 05, 2015, 12:57:05 am
 ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 05, 2015, 07:09:43 am
Blimey Julie,no kissing you you then  :D :D :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 05, 2015, 07:44:58 am
I e always wondered what you looked like Julie. I think I will remember you.   ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: JulieO on March 05, 2015, 08:27:15 am
It really goes with my shy image hey!  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 05, 2015, 10:57:36 am
I bet your pretty blue eyes glow in the dark  :D
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Post by: JulieO on March 05, 2015, 09:40:10 pm
CP, they are all natural too.  I didn't even need to buy contacts  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on March 06, 2015, 05:01:38 am
Well, I think the leather pants will go with your look but you may have trade in the heels for a pair of Doc Martens.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on March 12, 2015, 12:52:15 am
I picked up the leather pants yesterday and was so happy with what the dressmaker had done, they fit exactly how I hoped they would.  There was quite a bit of work involved too as she had to take off the waist band first and then the lining to get to the area that needed to be worked on and she only charged me $30!  :o

So I wanted to get a nice top to go with and spotted this one which is now on its way  ;D  Knowing my luck it will be a lot longer on me so it will be back to the dressmaker to get some taken off the length.  :D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/misc/black%20top_zpslhtyyzrr.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/misc/black%20top_zpslhtyyzrr.jpg.html)
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Post by: judydawn on March 12, 2015, 12:58:10 am
I like that Julie.
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Post by: JulieO on March 12, 2015, 01:05:24 am
Thanks Judy, I hope it's as nice in person as in the photo.  There's black sheer material in that top part (in case it looks like it's open in the photo), as well as the solid black scroll work.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 12, 2015, 12:33:12 pm
Very nice.
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Post by: Bedlam on March 12, 2015, 01:35:32 pm
Looks great JulieO and always great to know a good dressmaker.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 12, 2015, 09:08:12 pm
Beautiful top, you look and feel great in that outfit.
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Post by: maddy on March 12, 2015, 11:12:14 pm
Your dressmaker was an excellent find Julie! 
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Post by: maddy on March 12, 2015, 11:57:43 pm
Have just been buying up Ball Mason jars when I see them....seems to be a shortage of them, with ripe tomatoes everywhere ATM.
I'm now painting & distressing them slightly, before I turn them into candles.  So far there's pink, teal & white.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/4764f959343d4045ec7c834fbffa2f9f.jpg)

& lots of apothecary jars, which I'm filling with perfumed laundry crystals.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0c06c12826fef66ec1dfaa3f812c3888.jpg)
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Post by: JulieO on March 13, 2015, 01:15:24 am
Quote from: maddy on March 12, 2015, 11:12:14 pm
Your dressmaker was an excellent find Julie! 

Yes she gets referrals from a few dress shops in town where people need things shortened, taken in etc.  Lovely lady and so cheap.  :D

Thanks girls, I'm hoping it fits nicely.  :D

Love the distressed jars Maddy, what a great idea (and so you)  :D
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Post by: judydawn on March 13, 2015, 01:30:25 am
There really will be a shortage of jars now you're in the market for the maddy  :D  What fun you're having.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 13, 2015, 05:42:51 am
I went to the girls Bunnings this morning. (Kitchen Warehouse). Now I have my pasta maker I thought this may come in handy.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/12/3dadbe86703859b322d12324a676cbc1.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on March 13, 2015, 06:02:15 am
A few recipe books like that would be a must if you have that pasta maker cookie.
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Post by: Katj on March 13, 2015, 10:22:09 am
Looks interesting Cookie, I love Kitchen Warehouse! :)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on March 13, 2015, 09:52:23 pm
Looks interesting Cookie, I just looked it up and it mentions making sweet pastries with it I wonder if the pasta machine would knead and extrude out a pastry?
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Post by: cookie1 on March 14, 2015, 01:20:28 pm
From the instructions you can use short pastry with it too. The recipe book with it has a fruit pie recipe in it.
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Post by: JulieO on March 16, 2015, 01:51:45 am
Looks interesting Cookie.  I look forward to seeing what you think of it.  :)
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Post by: troupie on March 17, 2015, 04:31:00 am
I bought a couple of crumpet rings from All About Bread for the sour dough crumpets as they are becoming a habit for breakfast.

Nice book Cookie; have you tried making pasta with different flour like Spelt or Kamut.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 17, 2015, 04:34:53 am
No I haven't tried any other flours other than buckwheat Troupie. I think BZB has used semolina.
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Post by: Katj on March 17, 2015, 05:28:08 am
I bought 2 different Rabbit Cookie cUtters for the GK's for Easter baking.
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Post by: Emme on March 20, 2015, 12:51:15 am
I have trouble in the cooler months finding somewhere warm enough to proof the bread dough so I treated myself to this folding proofer box.  Will try it out tomorrow(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/19/951e285f78a231a8d18f5b4d45ef70d4.jpg)(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/19/3dc623c39e82a127c3eedd3c41f01411.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 20, 2015, 02:19:13 am
well what will they think of next?  :D I've never heard of one, I'll have to Google and read about it
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Post by: Bootobethin on March 20, 2015, 04:05:07 am
Looks like you could use this to make yogurt as well!
You could use the Thermomix jars (or any small jar) to make individual yogurt serves.
Or you could use your yogurt maker to prove bread dough!
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Post by: Emme on March 20, 2015, 04:15:59 am
I have just had a quick look through the book that came with the Proofer and yes it can be used for making yogurt (up to 8 litres) that is a heck of a lot.  It will also melt and according to the book temper chocolate. 
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Post by: cookie1 on March 20, 2015, 04:28:34 am
I imagine that will be very handy in your climate Marie.
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Post by: obbie on March 20, 2015, 05:47:22 am
I just bought a new gas oven, mine was playing up.
DH just went to pick it up for me.. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: JulieO on March 20, 2015, 07:27:07 am
After going to the hairdressers I went next door to an op shop I think it was the Salvos.  Was so impressed with how all the clothing etc was set out and all very clean. 
I picked up some low ride faded jeans that looked new (but how can you tell these days they all look like they've been aged somewhat!), plus a lovely Jeans West white fitted shirt with ¾ sleeves which was definitely new.  I paid $7.25 for the jeans and $4.75 for the shirt!  Stoked.  :D
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Post by: mcmich on March 20, 2015, 07:43:43 am
Great pick-ups Julie.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 20, 2015, 08:56:17 am
Well spotted JulieO.
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Post by: judydawn on March 20, 2015, 09:05:55 am
It sounds like a nice outfit Julie, great prices.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 21, 2015, 09:46:53 pm
Emme, will be very interested to see if you like it. Where did you buy it? Like the fold down idea.

When I first started getting serious about bread making, 40 years ago, a friend made me a frame that would sit over my electric frypan . I would put water in frypan,  put a cake rack over frypan and sit bread dough in bowl on the rack. I would place a cloth over the lot. Pretty cumbersome but worked well.  The yeast was not as good as it is today so needed a lot of help.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Emme on March 22, 2015, 11:41:19 pm
Chookie, just made some bread.  Very wet here this morning so thought I would try out the bread proofer.  Very pleased with it, it has a tray for water in the bottom and it worked very well.  Purchased mine from Yoke Mardewi at wildsourdough.com.au.  Paid a bit more for freight though.
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Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 23, 2015, 12:09:15 am
Marie that looks really, really good. Are you pleased with it?
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Post by: achookwoman on March 23, 2015, 12:11:22 am
Thanks Emme, looks good. Sounds perfect for our cold climates.
I see there are a couple of places in Victoria that sell them.
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Post by: Emme on March 23, 2015, 12:33:15 am
Chookie, wished I had known they were available in Vic. would have bought it from there, would have saved on freight.    I couldnt find anywhere else that had them in.  Contacted the maker in US and he told me about wildsourdough. 
Cookie, yes I am happy with it.  Took only a few minutes to preheat it, set it at 24 degrees and I am about 1-1/2 hours ahead of where I normally would be.  The bread is baked.  Will be trying it out with the sourdough later in the week. 
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: mcmich on March 23, 2015, 01:27:26 am
Well the Kogan airfryer arrived today. Very fast delivery indeed. It has no instruction manual, let alone a recipe book. Luckily their is plenty of things on the forum to guide me and there is also a fair bit on youtube too. Looks like it will be something air fried for lunch.
It's pretty big too. I will have a go at making kale chips in it and if it does a decent job then the dehydrator is going.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 23, 2015, 03:12:01 am
Mich you will find that the kale chips blow around. I think Bedlam solved that problem.
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Post by: mcmich on March 23, 2015, 03:35:30 am
Thanks for the tip Cookie will go back and see what Bedlam did.
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Post by: mcmich on March 23, 2015, 06:05:48 am
Kogan sent me an email and I have to download the manual. It's so helpful too.

PROBLEM: airfryer not working.
POSSIBLE CAUSE: Appliance is not plugged in.
SOLUTION: Put the power plug into a wall socket.    ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2015, 06:12:37 am
 :D :D Good luck with the manual Michele.
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Post by: astarra on March 23, 2015, 06:34:36 am
LOL Michele  :D :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 23, 2015, 07:17:53 am
LOL Michele :D
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 23, 2015, 08:39:49 am
You just have to laugh, it beats crying.

I just couldn't go past these. The bottom 3 were packed together in Woolworths for $14.99. The top one is fabulous and was $14.95.
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Post by: mcmich on March 23, 2015, 08:52:49 am
Great buys Cookie - I have the Bakes and Gratin's one and love it (at least for now). You can't beat a WW recipe.
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Post by: judydawn on March 23, 2015, 10:38:53 am
Nice books cookie. WW have so many books these days, I don't even look at them anymore because I don't want to be tempted but I do love their recipes. 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 24, 2015, 10:56:13 am
If you are into bread making, I have bought the sandwich bread tin and lid from Alyce Alexandra and wow I love it! I'm waiting on delivery for the Jumbo tin and sliding lid. I've been making the Laucke Barossa Rye Sourdough in the sandwich tin and it fits beautifully, and is one of the nicest breads I've ever made and the size and shape is perfect in this tin. The flavour and texture is amazing. I don't know why, but I love square bread cos it is easy to cut into slices and toast. The tins are not cheap, but they are very heavy duty and really really good  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2015, 12:58:40 pm
I noticed those in her newsletter. I am lucky as I have several fantastic bread tins I bought from Yoke Mardewi. I do have 2 with lids as well but have got used to non square bread. There is nothing like a really good bread tin.
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Post by: troupie on March 24, 2015, 01:20:15 pm
I also love my bread tins and have 3 black ones that I bought when I first started making bread so very long ago. They are very well worn. I also have a nice new one that I got from All About Bread but still use the oldies as well. Havent tried a lid though as I don't mind my bread to be odd shapes.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 25, 2015, 10:55:17 am
I love my AA bread tins too CP :) -but I didn't buy the lids....I'm thinking I may have to change that!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2015, 03:37:59 am
DH just came home with a red Corvette. It isn't like djinni's DH's though.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 26, 2015, 03:43:19 am
Wahoo cookie. My first DH had a 1963 Corvette Red. I got to drive it all the time. What a car.

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 26, 2015, 04:00:03 am
Quote from: Jamberie on March 25, 2015, 10:55:17 am
I love my AA bread tins too CP :) -but I didn't buy the lids....I'm thinking I may have to change that!

I find not having the curvature on the top of the loaf makes it easier to slice evenly for sandwiches and toast. Of course you also have the option of lid on / off if you want a more rustic looking top. The tins are very solid, and I do think that the loaf is better than the other tins that I've used which are thinner.

Another thing I've bought lately are the kitchen knives from Ikea. I bought the knife sharpener and block as well. These are extremely sharp and I'm very impressed so far. I've had a couple of Mundial sets and they haven't lasted as long as I wanted them to - probably because I don't sharpen them before every use and they've just lost it completely. I've also bought the plastic chopping board from AA and love it because it grips the kitchen bench and doesn't slide around. They're just a couple of little things that make my kitchen a happy place.

Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2015, 04:00:28 am
Oh Gert, I have been bad and tricked you. I wish it was a Corvette car in red but it isn't. Here is a photo.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 26, 2015, 04:17:36 am
ROFLMAO! It mows upside down. Wow!

CP rumour has it that IKEA is coming to Cairns. I wonder?

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on March 26, 2015, 04:49:13 am
Geoff and I loved that one cookie.  Gotcha Gert LOL. I had trouble coming to terms with the fact your DH would buy a Corvette cookie, it just didn't seem to fit somehow. 
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Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2015, 05:02:35 am
Uh oh. The photo inverted on the way to Cairns.  ;D ;D

I wish he would buy one Judy. I'd love it, but then the insurance would probably be a killer. I will have to ask Gayle.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 26, 2015, 05:58:28 am
Unlike Gretch also, I hope you don't get to drive it all the time cookie  ;) Good joke!
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Post by: mcmich on March 26, 2015, 06:31:57 am
This is hilarious - but it's got me singing "Little Red Corvette"  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2015, 07:04:47 am
I never drive that sort of Corvette CP.
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Post by: kyton on March 26, 2015, 07:46:51 am
Oh I so want a corvette!
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Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2015, 08:06:52 am
DH picked it up cheap somewhere or other, has shone it up and fixed something or other and is now mowing the lawn with it. No doubt it will be on Gumtree tonight. Bet he is too scared to advertise it as a Red Corvette for sale. ;D ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 26, 2015, 09:08:20 am
LOL Cookie.Laughed my socks off reading this this morning. :D
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Post by: troupie on March 26, 2015, 09:16:00 am
I will have to google to see what a corvette looks like (the one you can sit in that is).
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Post by: kyton on March 26, 2015, 08:20:46 pm
Troupie this is the sort of Corvette I want......
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Post by: cookie1 on March 27, 2015, 01:24:36 am
I will be a fuss pot and ask for it in red. ;D ;D
DH had a great idea this morning about raffling it for a bit of a joke and to raise funds for our Children's Hospital. There is a car show on in early May and the Model A stand (ours) is near the Chev Corvettes. Apparently it is a very old mower so it can go with all the other old cars. The Corvette owners would probably give us $$$ to remove it.
Being able to say I bought a Red Corvette at the Classic Car Show may carry some weight. :D
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Post by: Bedlam on March 27, 2015, 01:26:56 am
What a great idea, you two are so funny.  I must admit I also thought a corvette didn't quite fit with your other cars!  Nice to have a laugh,thanks.
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Post by: mcmich on March 27, 2015, 05:22:58 am
What a great idea Cookie - let us know the outcome of that. It'll be a hoot.  ;D
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Post by: courton on March 27, 2015, 10:36:29 pm
Love  it!!!
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Post by: troupie on March 28, 2015, 11:28:05 am
Thanks for that Kyton; fantastic looking car but I think my b m might scrape the ground after being used to sitting up high. Love the colour.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 30, 2015, 12:14:45 am
b ought heaps of new clothes for kids, make up and shoes for me. great weekend of shopping.
A new oven for me last week too.

Now picking what color car for me to buy next year, have decided on the car, I might have to get it customized for me. ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 30, 2015, 07:45:26 am
What sort of car Robyn? I'm toying with the idea of a new car. Just thinking about it at the moment.
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Post by: troupie on March 31, 2015, 10:39:57 am
I am one of those odd people who don't like having a new car and even shed a tear when I have to part with the old one. The only one I didn't mind getting rid of was the Holden Kingswood (that's a while ago you say).
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on March 31, 2015, 12:42:10 pm
Not the Kingswood???
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Post by: cookie1 on March 31, 2015, 01:08:32 pm
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on March 31, 2015, 12:42:10 pm
Not the Kingswood???


I really enjoyed Kingswood Country.  :) :)
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cornish Cream on March 31, 2015, 08:55:07 pm
After dilly dallying over which dishwasher to buy I bought a Bosch today. ;D Delivery next week.I hope my old one lasts until it arrives.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 31, 2015, 10:32:42 pm
I have a  Ford territory, so they stop making  them next year, so I am going to get the new  model.   love the 7 seater with kids..
thinking about the color.

we have fords, holdens, and toyotas....at the moment. :D
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Post by: judydawn on April 01, 2015, 01:01:28 am
Bad timing ordering it just before Easter Denise, it makes installation seem so far off.  At least if a dishwasher breaks down you can do it by hand, a washing machine breakdown on the other hand would be far more inconvenient.
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Post by: troupie on April 01, 2015, 03:40:30 am
I thought that would give you a good laugh (the Kingswood bit).
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Post by: cookie1 on April 01, 2015, 07:43:23 am
I don't know if it's real shopping but I have just arranged to have the digital version of our daily paper sent each day. It's only 60 cents a week if you have the paper delivered.  It will be great when we are away I can look at that.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 01, 2015, 09:41:32 am
I bought a Philips pasta maker today.  Harvey Norman had a special VIP sale. Saved $90 and am eligible for $50 Philips cash back. One very happy camper. Now.....what to cook first ️
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 01, 2015, 09:50:28 am
good on you Kimmy for being a savvy shopper  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 01, 2015, 10:05:11 am
Excellent shopping Kimmy.
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Post by: JulieO on April 01, 2015, 10:56:45 am
Great saving Kimmy  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 01, 2015, 11:16:08 am
A great saving Kimmy 8) I'm looking forward to seeing what you cook ;)
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Post by: Wonder on April 01, 2015, 09:40:13 pm
Great buying KimmyH, I'm still planning on purchasing one for DH for his birthday but might have a look if there is a cashback offer on.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 02, 2015, 11:11:14 am
It's on until midway thru may wonder.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on April 02, 2015, 11:46:16 am
What a great buy Kimmy, I have one and I love it the egg pasta is yummy, nice lasagne sheets too.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 02, 2015, 12:19:10 pm
I'm also looking forward to making dumplings/wontons too AB.
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Post by: KarenH on April 03, 2015, 07:02:26 am
I bought these silicone bowl covers from Howards Storage World.  They are food grade plastic and freezer, oven and dishwasher-safe.  I have been using them as an alternative to glad wrap and alfoil.  They form a really good seal over the bowl (plastic, ceramic, glass and wood), and are great for keeping food fresh in the  fridge, reheating things in the oven and also for covering dough as it rises.  I love them!  They come in different sizes.
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Post by: trudy on April 03, 2015, 08:54:08 am
I saw these on sale at Alyce Alexanders and thought they would be a good idea.  It's nice to hear they work!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 03, 2015, 08:56:08 am
They look very handy. I use a heck of a lot of glad wrap. I will check them out. Thanks Karen.
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 03, 2015, 11:02:23 am
Great idea Karen.
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Post by: SoBlessed on April 04, 2015, 04:48:46 am
Those that own the Philips pasta maker - can you use you own recipe?
For example, I have a gluten free recipe & was wondering if you think it would work.
The ingredients are
   * 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) brown rice flour, plus more for dusting
   * 1/2 cup (2 ounces) tapioca starch
   * 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
   * 4 large eggs
   * Kosher salt
Thanks in advance for any help.

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Post by: Kimmyh on April 04, 2015, 09:54:01 am
The recipe book recommends that if you use your own recipe, you need to alter the flour and egg/water ratios to match those in the book, otherwise it will not be successful. I have noticed that the machine dough does feel a lot dryer than handmade dough. 
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Post by: SoBlessed on April 04, 2015, 11:55:24 am
Ok, thanks Kimmyh. Sounds like it could be possible :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 04, 2015, 12:41:27 pm
I think it would if you did as Kimmy said and keep the ratios the same.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2015, 05:24:30 am
So I went down to The Good Guys to buy a new remote for my TV and as I passed buy the small kitchen appliances I spotted the last lonely Philips Pasta Maker on th shelf. It was so forlorn and a wee bit sad as it had a tiny bit of dried pasta stuck to if from the last demo. I was crooning to it when approached by the lovely sales guy who then sold it to me for..............$249less $50 cash back so all up $199. How could I not?

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on April 09, 2015, 05:38:08 am
Great buy Gert.  I wish DH liked pasta and then I could buy one too.  :(
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2015, 06:16:16 am
If he has never had fresh homemade he might change his mind.
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2015, 06:36:10 am
Lucky  you Gert, right  place right time.  I think I would have snapped it up too for that price.  I'm still in a spending mode from Melbourne, DD put me onto a new website and I've bought a watch and a pendant this morning.  I should be pulling my head in now though.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2015, 06:41:48 am
Gert that is so very kind of you to save that poor little pasta machine. It may have been destitute otherwise.
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Post by: troupie on April 09, 2015, 06:44:19 am
Just think Gert that you have saved it from going to a bad home; it will now be loved.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2015, 08:11:30 am
I really don't need it but thought a new toy would be nice and help me get my cooking mojo back. I can now send my Marcato Atlas to a good home perhaps.

Gery
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 09, 2015, 09:38:41 am
A great buy Gert.I'm sure you will have fun with it :D
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2015, 09:48:01 am
It really is a bit silly now I am on my own but I could not leave it at that price. I may play with it before passing it on..........or not!

They all raved about it at the good guys. One even said she bought it for her family of gluten free kids and because of the process her kids have no problem with eating the pasta made with regular flour. Makes you wonder what is wrong with wheat flour pasta we buy.

Anyway I am gunna have a play.

Gert
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 09, 2015, 10:42:47 am
Enjoy your new machine Gert. It's really fun x
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Post by: Bedlam on April 09, 2015, 02:07:16 pm
Gert, I know where you are coming from.  We aren't even eating pasta but I have pasta machine envy.  I don't  understand it but I want one!
You enjoy.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 10, 2015, 12:51:21 am
Well Denise I guess we girls are entitled to buy a new toy that we don't use often just like the boys. I wonder how many boats just sit in the yard from season to season.

Gert
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Post by: Wonder on April 10, 2015, 01:20:55 am
That's a great buy Gert, I very envious and thinking of making a quick trip to The Good Guys in case they have another lonely one there. Happy pasta making.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 10, 2015, 01:58:40 am
Quote from: Wonder on April 10, 2015, 01:20:55 am
That's a great buy Gert, I very envious and thinking of making a quick trip to The Good Guys in case they have another lonely one there. Happy pasta making.

You never  know. Mine was the demo model so it had been used but for virtually 1/2 price why not. Just about to give it a go.

Gert
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Post by: Katj on April 10, 2015, 02:02:25 am
Good buy Gert, I love the idea of the pasta machine, but we very rarely eat it.
I've been humming & Harring over a Spiraliser. Well if you want a bargain, my DH will sniff it out.
He found one online that 'claims' to spiral zucchini, carrot etc. total cost for 2 with postage was $22.
It remains to be seen how it performs.lol
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2015, 05:46:04 am
At least you have one and a spare Katj.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 10, 2015, 09:30:10 am
I took delivery of my new dishwasher last evening.Hmm trying to decipher the manual at the moment :-\ DH did find out on line how hard our water is according to the "Clarke" scale  :-))  I really should have bought one with an on and off switch  ;D
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Post by: courton on April 10, 2015, 11:29:15 am
I feel your pain CC! I hate reading manuals.
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Post by: trudy on April 10, 2015, 11:37:29 am
Great buy Gert.  A friend of mine brought one last week and she has been having so much fun.  Sends a new pic every day of what she has made.

CC, I hate reading manuals.  Would much rather just been shown how to use something.  Wayne reads them cover to cover!!!
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Post by: judydawn on April 10, 2015, 11:41:36 am
I find manuals are easier to understand after  you've used the machine.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2015, 12:23:12 pm
Quote from: judydawn on April 10, 2015, 11:41:36 am
I find manuals are easier to understand after  you've used the machine.

So true.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 10, 2015, 09:24:44 pm
Has anyone who has purchased a new computer, tablet, laptop, etc. noticed that the first thing you read in the manual is to read the manual before using the machine, but you cannot access the manual until you start to use the new machine? 

Overall, I find manuals frustrating as they use specific terminology in the belief that everyone knows what it means ... well, I certainly don't know so I usually just give up.  I much prefer figuring out- or trying to figure out - how something works, or else being shown, then go back to the manual to see if I can unscramble the directions (and generally, I can't!).
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2015, 12:20:32 am
Even the books for dummies I find easier after you have played a bit.  At least they are written in plain language. Women at least have a go at the manuals where as men don't as they  know it all.

Gert
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Post by: troupie on April 11, 2015, 02:48:24 am
Even when the manual says the screen 'should look like this' it is seldom the case that it does.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2015, 03:06:34 am
Quote from: troupie on April 11, 2015, 02:48:24 am
Even when the manual says the screen 'should look like this' it is seldom the case that it does.

When it says SHOULD it NEVER is.

I taught me everything I know about computers and such like and the education is sadly lacking but at least I give it a go and not let it intimidate me.

Mostly we females are good at figuring things out.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2015, 07:44:58 am
DH has a saying, that if all else fails, read the manual.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 11, 2015, 09:14:47 am
Okay I read the dishwasher manual.
Eventually worked out how to set the "Clarke" scale for the water hardness of our water.  Check!
Filled the salt reservoir with water as stated and then added the dishwasher salt.Check!
Filled the rinse aid reservoir with rinse aid.Check!
Turned it on for its inaugural wash.Chose an Eco Wash. Added the dishwasher tablet in its slot.Press Start. Check!
DH walks in and says " why is the display in German"  :-))
Reread the manual.Factory setting is set to German :P Threw the manual on the table and went to bed.
Today I'll set the display to English. :o
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Post by: gertbysea on April 11, 2015, 09:44:58 am
LOL!
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Post by: Kimmyh on April 11, 2015, 10:32:59 am
That's funny CC. I'm sure you'll enjoy your new toy soon.
I'm the dishwasher in our house and I've got no idea what a Clark scale is. Ooh and I don't have an on off switch, much to DH's disgust
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 11, 2015, 11:44:40 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on April 11, 2015, 10:32:59 am
Ooh and I don't have an on off switch, much to DH's disgust
LOL!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2015, 12:01:52 pm
Oh gosh CC. I hope you get it sorted today.
Kimmy my DH is the dishwasher here. I dry.
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Post by: judydawn on April 11, 2015, 02:25:42 pm
That's so funny Denise, I would have throw the manual at DH (well maybe given it to him) and asked him to fix it.  You were doing so well too  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 13, 2015, 08:43:39 am
whilst on the subject of dishwashers, I need to buy one for the holiday home. It gets rented out so the dishwasher needs to be a) good at washing and drying b) easy to operate. Does anyone have any suggestions on brand? I would love to get a Miele but I think its out of the budget, and maybe treated a little heavy handed at times.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 13, 2015, 09:07:19 am
CC that's so funny, hope it's all sorted.
CP I have a F & P 2 draw love it, even DH can use it.
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Post by: kyton on April 13, 2015, 07:03:59 pm
I just replaced our Bosch with a Miele and love love love it. My MIL has had the dish drawers in her last two houses and really likes them. Unfortunately for a family of 5 they aren't big enough for us. I really love having a cutlery tray so it was narrowed down quickly to a Bosch (never again in a million years!), an Asko or a Miele. We have had an Asko before and liked it but after talking to countless people we went with the Miele.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 14, 2015, 03:18:13 am
I have only heard good things about the Miele, but I'm just too scared with spending that amount of money and people will break it because they don't read the instructions or something...
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Post by: astarra on April 14, 2015, 03:42:08 am
I love my Meile dishwasher too  :-*

We got the base model which was less than $1000, if that helps??
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 14, 2015, 04:48:34 am
it does astarra, I will look and see if I can get one for under $1k
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Post by: KarenH on April 14, 2015, 09:56:06 am
We have a Miele CP, and it is pretty idiot-proof.  I have used other (cheaper) dishwashers in rentals /units that were harder to work out how to use.  Just don't get their top end high tech navitronic one - the base model is simple and robust. 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 14, 2015, 10:46:48 am
thanks for the advice - really appreciate it!
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Post by: troupie on April 14, 2015, 11:31:14 am
We have Asko and love it and DD has Bosch and so far loves it.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 14, 2015, 11:38:05 am
I have a Bosh which I love. The house came with Ariston appliances and I have replaced that crapola oven and dishwasher. Next to be replaced is the gas hob when it finally gives up.

Gert
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Post by: meganjane on April 15, 2015, 05:12:59 am
I love my Miele vacuum cleaner. I'd never have anything else after using it. I have a F & P Dish Drawer in both my houses. Okay, but when they die I'll be buying Miele.
I recently spent $2500 on a PA system for my Celebrancy business, so won't be buying much for a while...

Though, I really need a new iPad. Mine is slow and loses it's charge really quickly. But, the one I want will cost over $1000! :o So, will be waiting a while.
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Post by: judydawn on April 15, 2015, 06:55:53 am
MJ, I had today set aside to go to town to upgrade my iPad as I'd talked myself into thinking mine was slowing down too and I can't download some apps.  This morning I got cold feet though and decided to stick with this one until it stops working altogether, the price is what's putting me off and this original iPad which a dear forum friend gave me some years ago has served me well and I'm sure it will continue to do so for a bit longer - unless I win Oz Lotto tonight LOL.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 07:39:18 am
Just make sure you clear all opened windows at the end of the day. If you leave them open it will slow everything down. Double tap the big button you put your thumb on and slide all windows to the top,and outta sight.

Gert
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 15, 2015, 08:13:13 am
You could take your iPad to the apple store, ours was losing its charge very quickly so we took it in and they replaced it for $150, they kept the old one and now Ashton is very happy because he was trying to save up for one of his own.

On dishwashers we have had a Bosch for 6 years apart from one minor problem last year it's been great gets used at least twice a day , sometimes more
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Post by: judydawn on April 15, 2015, 09:31:16 am
I do that Gert, not religiously every night but most nights.

Suzanne, mine's holding the charge well but being the original model, I can't see Apple giving me the latest model for $150 although that would be nice.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 15, 2015, 09:57:50 am
Judy, put on your old, sad face and book a time to go and talk to them. They might swing you a deal. Then you can say "how long will this last while I save up please?' You will be amazed at the improvements in the ipad.  I'm afraid I have come to think an ipad is now a necessity of  life for us young modern people. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: courton on April 15, 2015, 10:04:32 am
I love Miele products. With the dishwasher, if something go goes wrong I have always managed to get the problem solved by calling their customer service. Their service people guide you over the phone. So it is actually cheaper in the long run!
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Post by: Bootobethin on April 15, 2015, 10:04:54 am
Thank you once again Gert! I never knew that!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 10:26:13 am
Quote from: Bootobethin on April 15, 2015, 10:04:54 am
Thank you once again Gert! I never knew that!

I know someone who had 3 years of not knowing and was always complaining about his iPad until I sorted it in less than a minute!


Quote from: cookie1 on April 15, 2015, 09:57:50 am
Judy, put on your old, sad face and book a time to go and talk to them. They might swing you a deal. Then you can say "how long will this last while I save up please?' You will be amazed at the improvements in the ipad.  I'm afraid I have come to think an ipad is now a necessity of  life for us young modern people. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Absolutely cookie. I have had 5 and still own 3 .  Big one, little one and backup!

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 10:27:22 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 15, 2015, 09:31:16 am
I do that Gert, not religiously every night but most nights.

Suzanne, mine's holding the charge well but being the original model, I can't see Apple giving me the latest model for $150 although that would be nice.

Judy you need one with 3 G for travelling.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 15, 2015, 10:28:50 am
I have 3G Gert.

It wouldn't be hard to put on an 'old' face cookie but I don't know if I'd have the courage to try and get an iPad cheaper.  It's not that bad, when Geoff is playing games it often cuts out and I have to reload them for him but at home I don't come across too many problems.

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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 10:29:54 am
I am absolutely loving Netflix!  Well it is shopping isn't It?

Gert
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 15, 2015, 10:43:55 am
I got a good deal with a Siemans which is also German made and was about $400 cheaper than the Miele  :) The salesman said it was Miele #1, then Siemans and Bosche. I also bought 2 new porcelain thrones. DD has netflix with her flatmates and they pay something like $3 ea per month, whereas before they were renting movies so this is a lot cheaper.
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Post by: Jamberie on April 15, 2015, 10:55:47 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 10:29:54 am
I am absolutely loving Netflix!  Well it is shopping isn't It?

Gert

We are looking into Netflix as I type Gert! I think there's a bit on there to keep me entertained for a while!!!
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 12:01:02 pm
I binged watched the Entire House of Cards with Kevin Spacey. Can't compare to the British one but still,pretty good and 39 Episodes.

Recommended to me is Suits a U.S.  NYC lawyer thing. Lots to choose from.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 12:03:31 pm
Quote from: judydawn on April 15, 2015, 10:28:50 am
I have 3G Gert.

It wouldn't be hard to put on an 'old' face cookie but I don't know if I'd have the courage to try and get an iPad cheaper.  It's not that bad, when Geoff is playing games it often cuts out and I have to reload them for him but at home I don't come across too many problems.

Didn't know you had 3 G as well as Wi Fi. Perhaps they can put a new battery in?

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on April 15, 2015, 12:49:40 pm
Yes, Suits is on my list too...Orange is the New Black is the first thing I'll watch (I've seen some and it is VERY confronting, a bit like a supercharged Aussie Prisoner from the 70's/80's....looking for some lighthearted shows too.
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Post by: Rotorchef on April 15, 2015, 10:48:48 pm
Hey everyone,

For what it is worth;

The original iPad (yep all those tablet years ago....! (2010)) will probably be showing its age now in terms of battery life. I owned one but got incredibly annoyed when Apple stopped supporting it with new iOS upgrades after only 18months! One of the best ways to ensure that your battery is giving you maximum charge is to ensure things like bluetooth, wifi, and data connections (3G) are only switched on when you are actually using them and need them. The other big drain on battery is what Apple refer to a 'location services' - this basically allows the internal GPS to share your location with lots of other applications for exactly that 'location based services'. Great for navigation and things and also pretty good for shopping deals etc but a bit heavy on the battery.

Gert is 100% correct about clearing things down from the 'active apps'. I found the best way to do this was to literally restart the whole thing every night. That also acts as a bit of a force for things to update too.

As I may have mentioned before once or twice. If you can make the transition from Apple to Android there are some other VERY good options out there for the tablet users. Some of the new tablets from other manufacturers have screens that are better than that of the apple even the retina ones.

Netflix - I personally think SUITS is fantastic! We don't watch TV but the Mrs didn't thank me one bit for getting her hooked on SUITS.

TTFN

RC
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Post by: gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 11:55:20 pm
Will we see a pic of your recent wedding  toto Chef? Are you on your honeymoon looking at the forum?

Gert
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Post by: Rotorchef on April 15, 2015, 11:59:25 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 15, 2015, 11:55:20 pm
Will we see a pic of your recent wedding  toto Chef? Are you on your honeymoon looking at the forum?

Gert


Hahahahah Hello Gert  ;D

I will get a couple of shots up when they come back from the photographer - needless to say MrsRC looked stunning! As for a honeymoon. Two weeks in the UK and then another 11 days down on the NSW South Coast sort of did for the Mrs leave entitlement. We are saving up (leave wise) to go to Vietnam later in the year. In the meantime however we are looking at weekend breaks etc and just generally enjoying our time.

RC
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2015, 09:30:09 am
Went to buy a new remote for my Samsung and came home with a new Samsung Ultra High Definition TV which is wonderful.  the Good Guys told me the prices of a new TV is going up by 50%. Paid $998. New model will be around $1500 or more.

It is connected to the Browser by way of WiFi and Samsung apps are fantastic. I will spend many hours playing and finding out all the Smart features. Figured I may as well have a new toy. Yeah well ok my pasta maker is a new toy but that was last week!

I am ALMOST tempted to get a Samsung tablet to go,with the TV! NOOOOOOOOO!

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 20, 2015, 09:38:52 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on April 20, 2015, 09:30:09 am

I am ALMOST tempted to get a Samsung tablet to go,with the TV! NOOOOOOOOO!

Gert

Congratulations on your new toy.  DH is a real computer Luddite, but we got him a Samsung tablet a couple of weeks ago and he LOOOOVVVES it!
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Post by: troupie on April 20, 2015, 10:20:03 am
Enjoy your new toy Gert; did you get the Samsung recorder to go with it so you can record the shows you don't want to miss (not that there will be many these days; they don't have a tmx cooking show yet).  We got a new one a few months ago because the old one broke after about 30 years - we cant work most of it though.
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Post by: judydawn on April 20, 2015, 10:26:19 am
Gert, enjoy your new toy.  Tell me, why do most people buy an iPad when the Samsung tablet is so much cheaper.  Does one do so much more than the other?
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 20, 2015, 10:32:33 am
After having owned both Judy, we found the after sales help much better with apple.
Nice buy gert, enjoy I love our smart TV
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Post by: Katj on April 20, 2015, 10:51:32 am
Enjoy your new telly Gert. :)
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Post by: Rotorchef on April 20, 2015, 11:13:29 am
Quote from: judydawn on April 20, 2015, 10:26:19 am
Gert, enjoy your new toy.  Tell me, why do most people buy an iPad when the Samsung tablet is so much cheaper.  Does one do so much more than the other?

Hey Judydawn,

After owning both and sadly lots of both I see the pro's and cons of both. If you already have an Apple setup, ie iMac (of any sort), iPhone/ iPod/iPad and have lots of things on iTunes etc and cant or aren't interested in breaking from that formula then I would stick with Apple products. In doing so you are also (unfortunately) resigning yourself to paying incredibly over inflated prices which quite frankly are not commensurate with the quality of the product. That said, Apple do have (for the most part) a strong after sales service.

The other side of the equation is Android (lets use Samsung as an example).

They are considerably cheaper and have a considerably quicker product turnover. This is good and bad. Good in so much as they update and progress their technologies quickly. Great for a geek like me and bad for a too if you have magpie tendencies (like me) and like shiny new kit.

Android is considerably more 'open' in how it deals with media (music, pictures, films etc) thus the consumer isn't dictated to by a single company (Apple in this case) by forcing everything through iTunes.

For those technical individuals out there I am well aware that Apple products etc can be 'set free' (Jailbroken) etc but I have chose to answer Judy on a level playing field basis.

In short (if I can still claim that), its totally down to the individual but do your homework and don't buy into anybody's hype regards their product and how much better it is over the competition. For me I am very much an Apple computer person (who chooses to run Windows via a virtual machine when I need Windows), and ANDROID for everything else. That includes my telephone and multiple (ashamedly) tablet devices.

As I have offered before, if I can help anyone with IT questions / troubles then by all means drop me a pm.

TTFN

RC

ps - Gert, don't think your Samsung purchase passed without me seeing it.........Good to see you are turning to the 'light side of the force'  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2015, 11:46:01 am
Gert the TV sounds rather nice. Well done.

My shopping is rather boring compared to a new TV, but it is something I wanted.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2015, 12:07:58 pm
 I am an Apple Fan just because they are beautiful and ALWAYS work. Having said that I do have two Windows computers as well as my iMac, three iPads,an iPhone and an Apple TV but I am not opposed to getting a Samsung tablet just for fun. Not skiting as these were acquired over years due to upgrades and such like. I like techie toys. It is my hobby and I enjoy it. I have bought and sold other Apple devices. Also used them to barter.

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on April 20, 2015, 12:22:05 pm
We are an Android family too RC. I knew DH loved me when he bought me an Apple iPad mini (after hints from me) for Christmas, it must have been a difficult purchase!
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Post by: judydawn on April 20, 2015, 12:39:36 pm
Thanks RC, most of it went over my head and I think perhaps one should stick with what one knows - in this case the Apple iPad. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 20, 2015, 12:40:06 pm
A great buy Gert 8)
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Post by: mcmich on April 20, 2015, 02:07:49 pm
I usually buy everything Sony as my SIL works for Sony and we get things at a discounted price.
I have a Samsung tablet and find it easy to use as I have my DH and DS as technical back-up.  :D
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Post by: Bedlam on April 20, 2015, 04:23:52 pm
Tablet could be next weeks gadget Gert.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 20, 2015, 09:52:16 pm
Denise  there are enough gadgets on this very smart TV to keep me engaged for months. It even has a laser like thingy in the remote that allows you to use the inbuilt keyboard.  There are a lot of apps I have never heard or sought of course my favourite at the moment is Netflix. I am ultra happy it is here and will give FOXTEL a bit of much needed competition.mthere is also 2 apps for FOXTEL one being sport which I think you can buy by the month or event so I will check that out and see if I can get the Ashes later this year. It is not often you buy a new TV so I am impressed with the upgrade and I have already sold my old TV so very happy.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on April 20, 2015, 10:19:33 pm
I bought a new bosch vacuum cleaner yesterday.
Pasta machines were sold out..
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2015, 01:21:46 am
It sounds amazing Gert. Our TV shows us television. If someone reminds me I can put in a memory stick and look at our photos.  The very best part is that you have already sold the old TV. That always makes a purchase seem so much more sensible.
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Post by: Emme on April 21, 2015, 08:23:38 am
Gert, your new TV sounds wonderful and it is great that you have sold your old one. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 21, 2015, 09:13:17 am
A real bonus that you sold your old TV Gert.Your new TV certainly has plenty of bells and whistles to keep you occupied  ;D
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Post by: Bedlam on April 21, 2015, 12:33:56 pm
Amazing Gert.
I purchased a $100. Kogan air fryer which arrived today. Cooked my pumpkin in it tonight. I don't think it is quite as powerful as the Phillips but did a good job all the same and 1/3 of the price.
Certainly not as interesting as Gert or Cookies purchases.
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Post by: troupie on April 21, 2015, 01:02:47 pm
Well all that technology just went over my head. I have a mobile phone but still cant work out how to send a text message so I just ring everyone up. Give me a thermomix or sewing machine any day.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 21, 2015, 04:44:14 pm
Quote from: troupie on April 21, 2015, 01:02:47 pm
Well all that technology just went over my head. I have a mobile phone but still cant work out how to send a text message so I just ring everyone up. Give me a thermomix or sewing machine any day.
LOL  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on April 21, 2015, 11:58:50 pm
Next time you meet the girls Troupie, ask one of them to show you how to send a text message. 

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Post by: obbie on April 22, 2015, 03:04:36 am
DH just bought another computer for me.. ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on April 22, 2015, 06:25:46 am
Lucky you Obbie.

 Im thinking of buying a new iPad as the one i am using is very slow and keeps shutting down, my big ? is, do i wait for the new one in october or bit the built and buy one now?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 22, 2015, 08:24:08 am
its 7 months away so if it was me, I would wait (depending on how regularly it shuts down) and whether the new projected features are what you would really like. Can you take it to Apple in Garden City and get them to look at it, as it may be something they can fix on the spot?
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Post by: jeninwa on April 22, 2015, 09:20:02 am
Thanks CP,  I think the Apple Store in the city would be closer for me, hadn't thought of that lol
It's been dropped a couple of times so that probably doesn't help. It's been playing up for awhile so a bit longer I can cope with.  Not sure what the projected features are but they have to be better than what this one has its pretty old.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 22, 2015, 11:48:49 am
It's amazing what they can do in the Apple stores Jeninwa. I have taken DH's a couple of times. You just ring or email and. Are an appointment time.
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Post by: Jamberie on April 23, 2015, 05:39:12 am
I ordered Louise Fulton Keats' new "Something for Everyone" book. I really liked the baby and toddler book so I'm hoping this one will be as good. It was shipped today so hopefully won't take to long to arrive.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 23, 2015, 08:57:16 am
It will be interesting what you think of the new book Jamberie.
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Post by: judydawn on April 23, 2015, 09:09:39 am
I had heard this book was released but can't see it on the H.O. website.  Where did you order yours from  Jamberie?  I'd love an index of the book if anyone knows where we can find it.
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Post by: troupie on April 23, 2015, 09:32:46 am
Good idea Judydawn although my DD tells me to buy a new phone as mine is outdated.  I will have to look around and find a suitable one.
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Post by: Jamberie on April 23, 2015, 12:19:05 pm
I ordered mine (2 copies- one a gift) from the HO website on Wednesday morning. It has now shipped, I'll send through the contents asap :)
I looked at the Pinterest board and those recipes looked promising.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on April 23, 2015, 02:24:36 pm
I was within 1km of HO today and I would've dropped in and bought one if I'd known. I saw something somewhere about it but I thought it was the baby/toddler book and didn't give it further thought. Would love to see the index. I have bought her mum, Suzanne Gibbs, latest PC book and have made about 4-5 things from it which have been really delicious and makes the purchase of the book extremely worthwhile for these recipes alone.
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Post by: Jamberie on April 23, 2015, 04:02:51 pm
I only found out about the book by accident CP, and ordered it straight away.  I don't think it was publicised as well as other tm books. My consultant could only order 2 copies,  hence me ordering direct from HO. Perhaps the first print run was small.
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Post by: Katiej on April 23, 2015, 10:10:47 pm
HO were advertising it on their Facebook page. It went on sale last Monday.

It is available for sale on the HO website. There is an index available there too.

Of course I've ordered a copy!
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Post by: Katiej on April 24, 2015, 05:25:02 am

Quote from: judydawn on April 23, 2015, 09:09:39 am
I had heard this book was released but can't see it on the H.O. website.  Where did you order yours from  Jamberie?  I'd love an index of the book if anyone knows where we can find it.

Judy I've sent you the index.

My book arrived today and it looks lovely.  It's similar to her Baby & Toddler book. The book is aimed at families with young children as the recipes are family friendly and all have adaptions for babies & toddlers (so everyone can eat the same meal).  At first glance there are many lovely recipes included. I don't have any kids, but I don't think that matters - there are plenty of things I'd cook just for DH and myself.
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Post by: JulieO on April 24, 2015, 05:54:50 am
What a wonderful day I've had so far in Adelaide.  DH was with me for a bit then went to the Art Gallery on North tce.  I had an appointment at Apple to view the new Watches to see which one I wanted.  Was so glad I went and had a look instead of just ordering on line.  Was originally going to get the 42mm one but after trying it and the 38mm one on, the 38mm fits so much better on my wrist and yet it's not that much smaller.  I was then able to order it and use some Apple vouchers that I've been saving just for this.  Looking forward now to it arriving.  :D

I then bought a pair of black suede wedge ankle boots that are better quality than a pair I have now.  The ones I have now you can feel stones through the thin soles which isn't comfortable at all but I love them, so was chuffed to find the same looking ones with a thicker sole. 
I then saw a great pair of shoes at Jo Mercers that will be perfect with jeans/leggings etc in soft navy blue leather; sort of like baseball shoes.  Felt so comfortable on and at $269 my DH is going to have kittens when he gets back to our Hotel.  His fault for leaving me alone in Rundle Mall!  ;D

Meeting our son in a wine bar this evening, so just having a bit of a rest.  Shopping can be so tiring.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on April 24, 2015, 05:57:35 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on April 23, 2015, 02:24:36 pm
I have bought her mum, Suzanne Gibbs, latest PC book and have made about 4-5 things from it which have been really delicious and makes the purchase of the book extremely worthwhile for these recipes alone.

Oooo, didn't know she had a new pc book out CP.  I must have a look for it as I use my pc a lot, especially over winter.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 24, 2015, 06:42:17 am
JulieO what wonderful shopping. I'm sure your DH won't mind. Mine never minds, although I often admit I avoid the actual price of some things. Good on you.
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Post by: judydawn on April 24, 2015, 07:40:50 am
Good to see you enjoying what Adelaide shops have to offer Julie, we need more people like you in the retail precinct LOL.

Thanks Katie, I've posted the index in Cookbook Contents.  Having seen the PDF list, I can appreciate how much work you did to make it forum friendly xxxx
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 24, 2015, 09:23:30 am
Great shoe shopping Julie 8)

Thanks From me too Katie :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on April 24, 2015, 12:29:25 pm
We'd be lost without our helpers. Thanks Katie.  :-*
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Post by: mab19 on April 24, 2015, 11:19:39 pm
Great shopping Julie.
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Post by: obbie on April 25, 2015, 01:08:12 am
lovely shopping Julie..
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Post by: cookie1 on April 25, 2015, 04:26:10 am
I took Karen's advice and bought one of the covers to use instead of Glad Wrap. I love it. DH also bought me a Bread Cloche for baking my bread. I am going to use it this morning. I forgot I had to season it.
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Post by: trudy on April 25, 2015, 10:24:10 am
That cloche looks interesting Jean.  Where did you get it?
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Post by: cookie1 on April 25, 2015, 12:23:11 pm
At Kitchen Warehouse Trudy. I made my first bread in it today, a lot of trial and error but I am satisfied for a first try.
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Post by: judydawn on April 25, 2015, 02:41:56 pm
Is it as big as it looks cookie?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 25, 2015, 03:13:58 pm
I saw your bread in another post Cookie.Its lovely  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2015, 08:11:09 am
Yes it is very large Judy.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 26, 2015, 09:28:44 am
I'm just home from a little retail therapy, walked into one shop, came out with two pairs of jean and 3 tops and $ 350. Poorer but I got 30% off everything. DH didn't even ask how much I spent. Love it when you walk into a shop a find just what you want.
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Post by: mcmich on April 26, 2015, 10:20:14 am
Lucky you Jen and what a wonderful DH - I wish my DH wouldn't ask questions.
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Post by: judydawn on April 26, 2015, 10:25:01 am
Great shopping Jenny and an even greater DH.  Mine never asked questions either.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2015, 12:54:07 pm
We'll done Jenny. It is so nice to get things you like and are happy with.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 26, 2015, 01:30:18 pm
I'm very lucky Michelle,  I've trained him well. Lol
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 26, 2015, 01:57:18 pm
Great shopping Jenny especially as you had 30% off ;)
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Post by: MEP on April 26, 2015, 03:38:36 pm
Lucky you for having a well trained DH. Where can I find one of those please? I have to walk into the house very confident and happy with my purchases to be able to deflect my DH's questions such as " do we really need another...?"
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Post by: obbie on April 26, 2015, 09:27:22 pm
your DH needs a bit more training  Mep.

Love it when you find what you want.
I bought hair ties, and braids for DD yesterday,  and agate necklaces online.
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Post by: JulieO on April 27, 2015, 12:25:34 am
As DH is happy enough to leave the financial side of things to me, he knows if we buy something then we can afford it.   I think I was feeling a little guilty the other day spending so much just on me.  Have never spent so much on one pair of shoes, plus buying the other pair and the Watch all in one day.  At the moment we are saving up for our 2 week holiday in Melbourne but the fact that he didn't mind at all when I showed them to him and in fact liked them showed me it was all in my head!  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on April 27, 2015, 02:08:51 am
We have much the same financial arrangement in our house JulieO. It works well for me and I don't hear of any complaints.
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Post by: JulieO on April 27, 2015, 06:47:42 am
 :D
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Post by: Wonder on May 01, 2015, 10:31:01 pm
After cleaning out my kitchen a little decided I deserved and can fit in the pasta maker. My local Good Guys had one left and while I now realise I could have got a better deal I'm happy. I've also found a relatively local HN that has both the Chinese and Japanese noodle set in stock so off to pick them up this morning. So far the pasta seems quite a bit heavier than normal homemade pasta and DH isn't overly impressed, but hoping it's just getting used to it.

For those with the pasta make when using in a pasta bake or noodle dish do you cook the noodles/pasta first or just add and cook in the dish?
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Post by: MEP on May 02, 2015, 04:42:52 am
Yes, my DH does indeed need more training on 'financial training' (despite being an economist with an MBA), but he won't sign up for the course Obbie!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 02, 2015, 09:41:20 am
I don't cook mine before Wonder. I now find that although the pasta may be a little heavier the taste is much nicer.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 02, 2015, 10:47:25 am
I've been using a mix of semolina and flour as recommended in the book at its a bit lighter wonder. I do precook for pasta bake and only cook in oven long enough to warm sauce and brown cheesey top.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 02, 2015, 12:13:12 pm
It's interesting how we like to do different things. Obviously we do what works for us.
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Post by: obbie on May 02, 2015, 09:51:58 pm
MEP, I think I am lucky with my DH.
He says I don't spend enough... :)

I am still waiting on HN for a pasta machine.
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on May 02, 2015, 11:22:45 pm
Kimmyh, when you use semolina and flour is it a semolina flour? And how much do you use.  I just love the pasta as it is with just flour but I'm up to trying other things might be even better😃
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Post by: JulieO on May 03, 2015, 12:14:23 am
I picked up these leather Nine West boots yesterday cheaply on eBay.  I think they'll come up lovely with some leather cleaner/protector.  :D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/boots1_zps06q6j29z.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/boots1_zps06q6j29z.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/boots2_zpsfzx9vpoj.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/boots2_zpsfzx9vpoj.jpg.html)


Brenda, you'll find the recipe for the semolina pasta in the cookbook that came with the machine.  Use the very fine semolina that you find in the supermarkets (not the coarse).  :D

I do the same as Kimmy (regarding cooking the pasta first for a pasta bake).  :)
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Post by: judydawn on May 03, 2015, 01:04:59 am
Love to see a before and after shot when you've done them Julie.
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Post by: JulieO on May 03, 2015, 01:22:10 am
Will try and get a good shot of them Judy, see if we can see a difference.  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on May 03, 2015, 02:18:28 am
Wow Julie, lovely.
Nothing so sexy here, just 2 sets of automatic chook waters and feeders.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 03, 2015, 05:34:00 am
Chookie, will the waterers freeze during the winter or do they somehow manage to keep running?  My chooks are left pretty much to their own devices during the week, although my neighbour, their owners, keeps an eye on them, but water during the cold winter freezing water could be problematic.  Did you have to ' train' your chooks on how to use the feeder - is it one of the step on a lever / plate type?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 03, 2015, 09:02:23 am
Very nice boots Julie. 8)
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on May 03, 2015, 10:03:08 am
Thanks Julie, loooove the boots.  😉
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Post by: achookwoman on May 03, 2015, 10:47:57 am
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/c1bdd1a6086ede330244ee3461c5181c.jpg)
Marina , we don't get frozen water so not sure.  We think the food will last a week for 3 chooks and the water the same.
Can put up multiple sets or better still can set up set with a plastic bucket with lid and attach a little cup drinker. Much cheaper and there are lots of ideas on Google.
They didn't need teaching but did need to be shown the Mezzanine floor with the nests. .
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 03, 2015, 11:21:38 am
 Great buy Julie.
Brenda as Julie mentioned I use the very fine semolina from the supermarket. Think I have the macro brand from woollies at the moment. I think it gives it a slighter better taste.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 03, 2015, 11:32:00 am
I love the boots JulieO.  They  will be so warm and cosy.
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2015, 07:40:43 am
Nice boots.
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Post by: Deeau on May 08, 2015, 02:37:05 am
To fuel the shopping thread
http://www.ebay.com.au/rpp/Peters20 (http://www.ebay.com.au/rpp/Peters20)

20% off everything at Peters of Kensington ebay store
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Post by: obbie on May 08, 2015, 05:11:44 am
yes pok landed in my inbox too
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 08, 2015, 09:57:20 am
I bought this measuring spoon set a couple of months ago. I hate the set where they are all tied  together. It's got the 1/4 tsp and 1 tsp in one side, and the tablespoon and half teaspoon in the other. Love it. It may be the Tivolo brand. I also bought the Tivolo silicon mat which is the best one I've used so far. The other spoon is a handy little silicon spoon for scraping the remnants of food out of jars. Amazing how much is left behind.
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Post by: mcmich on May 08, 2015, 10:05:44 am
Really cool CP.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 08, 2015, 11:11:39 am
Handy buys CP.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 08, 2015, 01:01:28 pm
Very useful CP.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 08, 2015, 01:10:54 pm
I know they are only very little in the small scheme of things but I have used them so much since I've got them that I had to share. Those measuring spoons really annoy me how they are all over they place whether you are washing them or whatever.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 08, 2015, 01:12:44 pm
I get cross when you look at measuring spoons in kitchenware shops and find the tablespoon is only 15ml. Not happy jan.
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Post by: mcmich on May 13, 2015, 07:15:34 am
Quote from: cookie1 on May 08, 2015, 01:12:44 pm
I get cross when you look at measuring spoons in kitchenware shops and find the tablespoon is only 15ml. Not happy jan.

That annoys me too. A tablespoon is 20ml in Australian standard measurements.
Not many recipes call for dessertspoons these days but on googling found it was 10mls.
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Post by: Wonder on May 13, 2015, 08:56:06 am
I purchased some new measuring spoons on the weekend and when DD went to use them noticed the difference in size between the two sets, I never knew my old set are the smaller measurements!
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 13, 2015, 01:17:29 pm
What are measuring spoons? I use a finely calibrated hand.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 13, 2015, 05:20:45 pm
LOL DD ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 14, 2015, 12:34:53 pm
Are the calibrations tattooed on DD?
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Post by: JulieO on May 15, 2015, 05:22:17 am
Though I didn't keep the city of Adelaide afloat with my shopping today, I did pick up a few nice things;

A small black, soft leather Pierre Cardin across body bag that can be used as a clutch.   Only small but has 3 sections that can keep things like my mobile, money, lippy etc in their own little part.  Just the right size (hate worrying about a big bag when on a night out) so this one is perfect.  Can either attach the straps and wear over shoulder or just carry in my hand or under my arm.  Been looking for something like this for ages and today found it with 30% off.

Also picked up a gorgous slate blue jumper and an ivory one that are a nice length.  Most this winter are so long it's like wearing a dress.

My last purchase was a pair of distressed skinny jeans that go great with either jumper.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2015, 06:31:19 am
Your bag sounds perfect JulieO. I know exactly what you mean about evening bags. I now need one that will fit my glasses too as I can't read without them.  :-\. Fortunately DD lends me one of hers as we rarely go out to special things of an evening.
The jeans and jumpers sound perfect too. The colours will be lovely together.
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Post by: judydawn on May 15, 2015, 07:04:17 am
Every bit of shopping helps the economy Julie, our Adelaide shops would welcome you with open arms.
Your  new clothes sound lovely and I also like a small bag I can wear across my body  to keep my hands free for other things.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 15, 2015, 09:04:28 am
Great buys Julie. 8) I bet you are great shopping companion as you seem to seek out the perfect item at a bargain price ;)
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Post by: mcmich on May 15, 2015, 09:24:08 am
Quote from: Delightful Den on May 13, 2015, 01:17:29 pm
What are measuring spoons? I use a finely calibrated hand.  ;D

And probably more accurate.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on May 15, 2015, 09:54:20 pm
Thanks girls.   ;D

Cornish, I've noticed lately, both here and at home that most places are offering good discounts.  I guess it's a win for us but must be hard for the businesses that seem to have to offer it to survive.

I always seem to find just what I'm looking for in Adelaide, so much to choose from.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 16, 2015, 09:25:26 am
I've just ordered skinnymixers Indian book and the ebook comes with it.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 16, 2015, 09:47:58 am
It's well done Cookie, all her recipes are tried and true.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 16, 2015, 01:28:02 pm
I got mine in the mail last week, can't wait to get cooking
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Post by: Jamberie on May 16, 2015, 01:57:19 pm
I bought the e-book and it looks great, the reviews are fantastic.  I have only made her butter chicken -which was amazing,  and the whole book seems very professional.
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Post by: Delightful Den on May 16, 2015, 02:37:26 pm
today we bought 25 white folding chairs, a bargain at $6 each, 5 large cheese boards 5 wire waste baskets, 3 concrete planters, some timber,hinges, paint,wooden coat hangers etc etc etc

All of these things are to either use for DDs wedding or to make something for the wedding.  I am over the wedding and have offered to help them elope. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 16, 2015, 02:55:46 pm
LOL DD
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Post by: judydawn on May 16, 2015, 03:17:39 pm
It would be a darn sight easier Den, offer her a lot more money and then she might  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on May 16, 2015, 09:29:13 pm
DD, know the feeling.  Offer to fill the car with petrol.  ;D
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on May 16, 2015, 10:49:23 pm
I've done too much shopping of late. Well I've enjoyed it. We've bought two Samsung smart TV's, netflix (loving orange is the new black waiting for next season, orphan black! , suits and Kimmy Schmidt for something light hearted), $500 worth of clothes at myer for kids, DH and me @ 40% off thanks to their friends and family of myer and about to get a new front alloy fence for home.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 17, 2015, 04:10:39 am
It sounds like you have been busy shopping INAID.

DD give her fiancée a ladder to put on the window so DD can get out easily to elope.
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Post by: djinni373 on May 17, 2015, 06:06:40 am
LOL DD Hmm Money, fuel and ladder. Maybe offer a filled picnic basket (with champagne) to close the elopement deal?

I have an Apple watch 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) It is a peace offering from DH because he pulled out all my beautiful chrysanthemums just as they were beginning to flower  >:( :(  :'( . All has been forgiven ;) Love the watch!

We are also in the process of buying a property in central Qld which has been quite time-consuming. Never a dull moment here.
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Post by: jeninwa on May 17, 2015, 07:18:08 am
I got my skinny mixers indian cookbook in the mail last week, made the butter chicken again, this time at the add chicken  poped it in the slowcooker and it was delisious. Ready when I got home from work.

djinni interested to hearing more about of the apple watch.
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Post by: djinni373 on May 17, 2015, 09:27:35 am
Quote from: jeninwa on May 17, 2015, 07:18:08 am
djinni interested to hearing more about of the apple watch.
I still have my L plates but getting better  :) There is so much you can do/organise/monitor  8) 8)
What would you like to know Jen?
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Post by: cookie1 on May 17, 2015, 09:37:02 am
Look out Djinni we hope to be going on to QLD after Darwin next year.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 17, 2015, 09:42:44 am
Great shopping INAID 8)

A great present from your DH Gayle 8) He must have felt very guilty ;) ;D
Are you relocating to QLD Gayle?
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Post by: gertbysea on May 17, 2015, 10:03:07 am
Gayle are you coming here?

Cookie are you coming here?

Gert
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Post by: kyton on May 17, 2015, 12:47:18 pm
I recently bought myself some new costume jewellery and so I thought that I would try my hand at making a home for them. Whilst I can sew, I am not in the least crafty but I was happy with my made over photo frame come jewellery hanger. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/4af576605442a631ac11c68999e77bec.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/710651268ac1e437bff58edbac0979c9.jpg)
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Post by: djinni373 on May 17, 2015, 12:58:34 pm
You most certainly are crafty Kylie. Looks great and very practical.

Sadly we are not relocating to Qld, just buying a small acreage as a retirement option. My sister will live there in the meantime.

We're planning some long distance travel next year (youngest DS finishes HSC this year) so watch out Cookie. We may be tailing you through the NT and Qld via Gertie's place ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 17, 2015, 01:03:21 pm
We have a National Model A rally in Darwin next year and friends who want us to come to FNQ with them. So we may combine the two. If we come up your way we won't miss calling on you, guaranteed.  ;D

Ooh Gayle that would be lovely to catch up somewhere. Mich are you planning any trips next year?
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Post by: judydawn on May 17, 2015, 02:08:08 pm
Very clever kyton, something we all need for our jewellery collection.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 17, 2015, 03:00:28 pm
A fantastic and clever idea to display your jewellery Kyton. 8)
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Post by: obbie on May 17, 2015, 09:31:39 pm
If you visit Gert, come and see me too. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on May 17, 2015, 10:16:49 pm
Bought 2 Gooseberry bushes and 1 blueberry bush to go in our newly designed veggie garden. Also a snail trap.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 17, 2015, 11:00:53 pm
Very clever kyton.

We want a pic please Chookie.

I have room for you and your friends cookie.
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2015, 12:41:24 am
Your new garden is going to be fantastic Chookie.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 18, 2015, 12:57:02 am
Wow Gayle, that's Shopping!  FNQ retirement home, lovely.  Like the sound of your apple watch too.
Chookie, hope Evan and I will glean some vege garden ideas from you in October. 
Love the Jewellry display Kyton, nice to do something creative.
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Post by: troupie on May 18, 2015, 06:17:07 am
Great craft work Kyton; jewellery should be on display and not in a little box like mine.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2015, 06:40:18 am
Thanks Gert. We wouldn't miss you out.

Robyn you will probably hear us before you see us. When the 4 of us get together there is often lots of laughter.

No definite plans at the moment but many thoughts.
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Post by: obbie on May 18, 2015, 10:20:06 am
Cookie let me know, we have a spare room :)
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Post by: mab19 on May 18, 2015, 10:29:25 am
Saw this adjustable rolling pin when I was away so had to buy it along with a round nut loaf tin to replace my old one which seems to have disappeared.

Also found a lovely shop called the Rustic Pantry in Moruya when we went for a drive.  Lots of lovely things in there.   I bought some organic wheat, a breakfast cereal mix of oats, barley quina and something else I can't remember, dried fruit & some nuts.  I could have spent a lot of time in there but DH was pacing about outside.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2015, 01:45:13 pm
I know the feeling mab. It sounds like a great place.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 18, 2015, 07:31:34 pm
Great shopping Margaret.
My DH hates shopping and is a pacer outside shops too :-))
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 18, 2015, 08:57:25 pm
Maybe the clever hardware shops should arrange to be sited next to the great kitchen shops so that everyone can shop happily ... and there could be a couple of cafes nearby as well.
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Post by: judydawn on May 19, 2015, 12:59:19 am
Great idea Marina  ;D
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Post by: Wonder on May 19, 2015, 01:54:59 am
Great shopping everyone. I rarely go shopping with DH because he tends to follow me around and I feel like I can't look properly - sounds like it's a man thing!

MAB, do you have a TMX recipe for your nut loaf? I purchased a tin yesterday as I've been wanting to make date and nut loaf for ages. I don't think I've ever made it before but really felt like it and saw the tin at the bread shop yesterday so grabbed it.
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Post by: Katj on May 19, 2015, 03:11:43 am
There is a Quilting shop in Albany (WA) that caters for DH's. They have a gazebo in the middle of the shop where men can sit, they have newspapers to read. The lady at the counter even slides the total sum spent across the counter without saying what it is out loud. Lol
Don't know whether the shop is still there, been a few years, but what a great idea!
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Post by: mab19 on May 19, 2015, 04:32:13 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 19, 2015, 01:54:59 am
MAB, do you have a TMX recipe for your nut loaf? I purchased a tin yesterday as I've been wanting to make date and nut loaf for ages. I don't think I've ever made it before but really felt like it and saw the tin at the bread shop yesterday so grabbed it.

Sorry Wonder I don't have a date & nut loaf tmx recipe.  I haven't made one since before my tmx days.  Just saw the tin and thought yes I need one of those only to find out that my old recipe which was made the old fashioned way  needs two tins :-)) :-)) :-))  The recipe is below and should be easy enough to convert.

DATE & NUT LOAF

1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup walnuts - optional
1/2 cup sultanas
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon carb soda
1 tablespoon butter

Pour over 1 cup boiling water and mix well.
Add 1 beaten egg
2 cups SR flour

Mix only until well blended then pour into two well greased nut loaf tins, replace lids and stand upright on the bottom shelf of oven.

Bake 170 - 180 deg for 50 - 60 mins.

Freezes well
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2015, 07:22:08 am
Katj that lady is a very wise person.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 19, 2015, 03:25:42 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on May 18, 2015, 08:57:25 pm
Maybe the clever hardware shops should arrange to be sited next to the great kitchen shops so that everyone can shop happily ... and there could be a couple of cafes nearby as well.

totally agree
Quote from: mab19 on May 18, 2015, 10:29:25 am
Saw this adjustable rolling pin

please explain, what does it do?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 20, 2015, 12:23:53 pm
Who could resist a 70% off sale, and soft green leather?

Not me!

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/20/dc29a13217744077eaa095af7e3b6c56.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on May 20, 2015, 01:22:01 pm
Very nice Sue.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 20, 2015, 02:40:39 pm
Great shopping everyone. I like the sound of the adjustable rolling pin ( assuming you can adjust the thickness of your pastry etc).  My favourite cooking stuff shop has a lovely cafe in the middle.  It's amazing how it entices the guys, ofcourse they get left sipping and munching while the ladies go spending.  Better still it's my local.
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Post by: mcmich on May 20, 2015, 03:37:25 pm
Very nice purchases everyone.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 20, 2015, 04:34:42 pm
It was green and soft leather, too much to turn down ES ;D It looks really lovely.I love all the cc spaces.
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Post by: Wonder on May 21, 2015, 12:03:59 am
It seems that it was a mega shopping day yesterday with most online retailers having 20 - 30% off everything so I thought I should do my bit and get in quick before they all finished at midnight. I'm not a fan of online shopping normally and will most likely need to take some things back, but picked up quite a few clothing items from Decjuba, new fancy sneakers (as opposed to ones to wear for sport) for myself and DS, and some new expensive running pants for me. All things I've been looking at purchasing so it was great to get them all on sale. DS is particularly excited as he's been invited to a party being held by the most popular kid at school (him and 150 of the boys closest mates!! :o)  and he's already planning what he's going to wear 4 weeks out and the new sneakers were a big part of the outfit - I still find it strange that the boys at 15 are as into fashion as the girls, but it makes him happy and gives him confidence so happy to indulge him a little.  :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 21, 2015, 12:32:05 am
Wish I had known about those sales yesterday, Wonder ... I've got to go and slog through the shops today and I am not looking forward to it at all.
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Post by: Katj on May 21, 2015, 02:11:28 am
Wonder, I'm glad I'm not the parents of the party boy. 150!! Wow
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Post by: Wonder on May 21, 2015, 04:15:09 am
I'm the same Katj, I think it's crazy to have that many at parties but it seems to be what they do, I'm  very glad I'm not trying to keep an eye on them all. No doubt they will have security etc. but teenagers can be very sneaky. My DS hasn't wanted a party since gong to high school because the pressure is just to great, I think it's a bit sad but also glad we haven't had to try and come to a compromise.
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Post by: mab19 on May 21, 2015, 05:22:45 am
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totally agree
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Saw this adjustable rolling pin

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CP  the rolling pin comes with four discs of varying size which screw onto the end of the rolling pin.  You select the size you want and roll out your pastry etc to that thickness.  It's suitable for pastry, biscuits, pizzas etc.  I haven't used it yet just saw it and bought it.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 21, 2015, 07:32:45 am
Lovely wallet ES. Leather wallets seem to last forever. They look good even when they are a little shabby.
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Post by: djinni373 on May 23, 2015, 05:03:27 am
Leather anything is a good investment IMHO.  Nice wallet ES. Not shabby cookie, vintage ;)

This is my latest splurge to keep all my bits and pieces together while travelling.

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Post by: cookie1 on May 23, 2015, 06:55:03 am
What an amazing bargain Djinni. Good on you.
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Post by: kezza on May 23, 2015, 07:53:16 am
Look at what one of my gorgeous DD's won for me in a Mothers Day Competition.  I only just noticed the other night that these are on the benches with thermie in Masterchef.  Now I only have to learn to cook like a Masterchef cooks!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 23, 2015, 08:51:54 am
Nice buy Gayle 8)

Wow Kezza what a wonderful prize.What a super and thoughtful  DD you have. :)
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Post by: kyton on May 23, 2015, 10:37:13 am
Wow Kezza how lovely. Djinni that looks very handy for traveling. I bought a little suitcase that will slide under the airplane seats last year. It has been a godsend on our twice yearly trips to Hawaii with our young kids and the spare clothes I always pack LOL.
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Post by: Bedlam on May 23, 2015, 11:05:14 am
Kezza, lucky you.
Gayle, that looks fantastic, handy in the motor home.
Trying not to do any shopping here, nice to be able to enjoy everybody else's.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 23, 2015, 11:13:26 am
How wonderful Kezza.
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Post by: obbie on May 23, 2015, 10:34:59 pm
great Kezza
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2015, 01:05:07 am
What a lovely surprise Kezza,  a great prize for your DD to win for you.
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Post by: jeninwa on May 24, 2015, 12:26:54 pm
Lucky you Kezza,  nice buy Gayle, great price.
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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2015, 03:34:11 am
For me ;D

http://www.ford.com.au/suv/mkll-territory?intcmp=bb-foa-hp-foa-vhp-ford%20territory-new
DH ordered it today for later in the year.

and hopefully something else this week too.
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Post by: Wonder on May 25, 2015, 05:28:16 am
Congratulations Robyn, you must be very excited. I must admit that cars do absolutely nothing for me and these days not having to cart kids around I much prefer a nice small car.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 25, 2015, 09:44:54 am
What colour did you order Robyn? 
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 25, 2015, 10:02:41 am
Congratulations Kezza, its the best feeling when you win something. That mixer will be very lucky for you, and I'm sure everything you make with it will always be extra special.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 25, 2015, 10:33:25 am
Nice robyn. What color?
The other something isn't a new thermo thingy is it?
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Post by: achookwoman on May 25, 2015, 10:41:51 pm
135 kilos of Rice Hulls. For  the Chicken Hilton  Should last a year. Makes excellent soil conditioner and fertilizer for the garden. $60.
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Post by: Wonder on May 26, 2015, 01:09:20 am
I was wondering the same thing KimmyH. I've joined a facebook group dedicated to one of the new machines and really interested. I started a savings plan yesterday, starting with some money from Mum for my birthday which was still in the card, and planning on putting aside all my $1 and $2 coins. It will take a while but it's not something I need but will get it instead of purchasing a second bowl when they are finally released for the TM5.
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Post by: obbie on May 26, 2015, 03:16:59 am
Auburn Glaze is the color of my new car... :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 26, 2015, 04:16:16 am
A brilliant idea Wonder. It's amazing how quickly coins add up, especially gold ones. We save all our 5c pieces to donate to the Parkinson's Association and they come to round $200 a year. Someone mentioned it to me while caravanning a couple of years ago.

That sounds exotic Robyn. Is it an orangey red. Mine is officially Velocity red or something.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on May 26, 2015, 08:32:45 am
I have a rule that every $5 note and coin goes into my money tin. Any money I find on the kitchen bench, in the car, washing machine and around the house are bound for the tin also. I plan to take it to the bank next week and buy a little special something when I go overseas on holiday soon.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 26, 2015, 09:22:28 am
I like your 5c idea Cookie.

We went to Costco today...I was very well behaved and only bought food items and a mega roll of wrapping paper (their wrapping paper is excellent quality). I picked up the 2 in1 Tefal Jaffle & Waffle maker but put it back down....i may be regretting that decision :(
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Post by: kyton on May 26, 2015, 01:23:26 pm
CreamPuff, my husband has only spent 2 $5 notes since January 2010 - and that was because a shopkeeper took them out of his hands LOL. He saves every $5 note and all coins at the end of the day goes into a large tin. Of course the kids raid it each day for their canteen money but other then that it becomes our Christmas money each year. Amazing how quickly it all adds up.
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Post by: obbie on May 26, 2015, 09:58:13 pm
I should do that for Christmas too. ;)
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2015, 12:21:57 am
Nice suitcase djinni - I love luggage.
Wow Kezza - wonderful present for a wonderful mum.
Car looks really good Robyn.
We just booked a weekend away in Harrington for DH's birthday in 2 weeks time. Nothing to do in Harrington but enjoy the bush walks and tennis court. Will be able to relax and catch up on some reading. 

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Post by: judydawn on May 27, 2015, 01:54:26 am
Sounds like fun Michele, little breaks are great for recharging the batteries.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 27, 2015, 02:22:42 am
It sounds lovely and restful.
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Post by: Wonder on May 27, 2015, 03:14:17 am
Thanks for the encouragement with my savings, I've always been hopeless with things like this and generally purchase on a whim, but I'm determined to wait this one out so every little bit will help.

Michelle, a weekend away like that sounds perfect.

I'm off to Brisbane next week for work and DH and I have booked flights to Perth for a 50th but I've been unable to get leave so looks like I'll be working from the Perth office while DH takes in the sights or Perth on his own  :-\
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2015, 09:05:32 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 27, 2015, 03:14:17 am
Thanks for the encouragement with my savings, I've always been hopeless with things like this and generally purchase on a whim, but I'm determined to wait this one out so every little bit will help.

Michelle, a weekend away like that sounds perfect.

I'm off to Brisbane next week for work and DH and I have booked flights to Perth for a 50th but I've been unable to get leave so looks like I'll be working from the Perth office while DH takes in the sights or Perth on his own  :-\

You're such a busy girl wonder - I don't know how you do it all. You bake amazing birthday cakes in between jet setting around the world for work. Sounds very glamorous but I'm sure it's a lot of work.
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Post by: Wonder on May 27, 2015, 10:09:14 pm
Lol Mich, it certainly sounds better than it is. My preference would certainly to have been a stay at home Mum and now that they are older to do some charity work, but you don't always get what you really want, and you have to make do with what you get. I've been fortunate to have experienced working with some amazing people and seen places I never dreamed I would.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 28, 2015, 03:06:38 am
Wonder, what rotten luck. Hopefully if you have to work from the Perth office, it has lovely views of the Swan River or King's Park.
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Post by: Halex on May 28, 2015, 04:31:34 am
Small change adds up, ours goes ins cps money box and we bank it every 6-8 weeks, always around $40 in there.

Wonder, what are you saving for?
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Post by: Wonder on May 28, 2015, 08:41:54 am
Hally I'm looking at the KA Cook Processor.  I really like some of the things it has that the TM5 doesn't so rather than getting a second bowl for my TM5 when it comes out I'm thinking I might get the KA. I'm not 100% but won't hurt me to save some money up.
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Post by: obbie on May 31, 2015, 07:51:21 am
DH bought me the phillips pasta machine and a new fridge today.
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Post by: Kimmyh on May 31, 2015, 11:46:13 am
Lucky you robyn. The pasta maker is brilliant and so much fun to use.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 02, 2015, 05:04:46 am
Wonder, I have been saving $1 and $2 coins for years - harking back to the days when we started our business and had no money for ourselves, I started squirreling away the 1s and 2s and, at the end of the year, we had enough for a holiday.  It is now an obsession and every so often I buy ourselves something special with whatever I have saved up ... currently been saving my dollars for approx. 1-2 years now for a special birthday present for DH.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 02, 2015, 08:56:57 am
Great idea about saving coins.  Don't think it would work for me as the little cash that we have goes mostly on parking meters when we go to the city. I buy most things on my card and pay it all off at the end of the month.
My mum used to empty her purse out at the end of each week and save this money. She would buy something special when she had enough.
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Post by: judydawn on June 02, 2015, 09:15:58 am
I do it on a daily basis Chookie, all coins go into different containers and I bank it just before Christmas to help with festive season expenses.
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Post by: Wonder on June 02, 2015, 11:42:32 am
Chookie, I must be a little like you. I've realised how little cash I use these days, I haven't added a single coin in the last week to my jar. I'm now thinking I'll have to look for things around the house to sell its n gumtree 😀
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Post by: courton on June 02, 2015, 02:21:35 pm
Very few coins here too Wonder. The few coins I have I preserve for parking meters and Aldi trolleys!
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Post by: obbie on June 02, 2015, 09:29:21 pm
our coins go for tuckshop for kids :),
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Post by: jeninwa on June 03, 2015, 12:40:46 am
Very few coins here to wonder, my money box takes twice as long to fill than it use to. My phone case has room for a couple of cards, it's so much easier to just grab that when I pop to the shop.

Gert my Samsung smart tv arrived yesterday, the little time I had to play with it before we went out and I'm loving it. The picture quality is fantastic. I also took out another extended warranty, we were so impressed with the service we received for the insurance company. One week turnaround. Can't complain about that.
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Post by: troupie on June 03, 2015, 07:53:42 am
Glad it worked out well Jen; we also have a Samsung smart TV new but unfortunately the operators are not that smart and we just use it like a normal TV. I agree that it has a very good picture and brightness compared to our old Panasonic (about 30 yrs old) which we also thought was good.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 03, 2015, 08:39:26 am
Enjoy your new telly Jenny. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 10, 2015, 08:15:58 am
I really need another cake tin like a hole in the head, but then this one is square and I couldn't resist it.
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Post by: judydawn on June 10, 2015, 08:22:09 am
We have to have every shape and size cookie  ;D
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Post by: courton on June 10, 2015, 09:20:44 am
This thread is not as active without Maddy!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 10, 2015, 09:43:03 am
Quote from: courton on June 10, 2015, 09:20:44 am
This thread is not as active without Maddy!


Nor as pink.  ;D
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Post by: Katj on June 10, 2015, 01:51:36 pm
Nice tin Cookie, I've seen a few mini loaf recipes that would suit that tin.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2015, 02:13:23 am
Wowee Katj. Can you direct me to them please?  I bought the tin without having anything special in mind, which is unusual for me. I saw them in an Instagram shot and liked them. They are on special at Coles this week for $5.60.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 11, 2015, 02:16:02 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 11, 2015, 02:13:23 am
Wowee Katj. Can you direct me to them please?  I bought the tin without having anything special in mind, which is unusual for me. I saw them in an Instagram shot and liked them. They are on special at Coles this week for $5.60.
Might need to go to Coles, someone stop me! !
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Post by: Katj on June 11, 2015, 02:25:11 am
You will have to be patient Cookie, it means combing through heaps of recipes in different files, will do my best.lol
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2015, 03:00:01 am
Don't worry Katj. I just thought I would use it for whatever I wanted to.
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Post by: troupie on June 11, 2015, 03:34:43 am
Great tin Cookie; why is it that we have to have every tin there is; I am the same in my patchwork; have to have a bit of every colour and collect it all even down to little 2 inch bits which go in a box and become scrappy quilts.

I bought a similar tin but the little cakes are rectangle and I have made one recipe so will send it to you and if you like we can post. Wont post first because there might be another on here.
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Post by: troupie on June 11, 2015, 03:36:57 am
They are on their way floating through cyber space (if you are lucky).
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Post by: jeninwa on June 11, 2015, 04:03:25 am
My bargain from Wollies today normally $12.00 down to $3.00 for the Regino and $2.0 Grana Padano. 

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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2015, 04:28:56 am
Great buy Jenny, are you going to grate and freeze or just freeze the excess in the block?  I wouldn't have walked past that bargain either.
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Post by: mcmich on June 11, 2015, 07:12:17 am
What a bargain Jen.

Cookie I just googled recipes for little loaves and heaps came up - quite a few on the taste site.
I have that tin and made mini Christmas cakes about 6 years ago and nothing since but have held onto the tin. I will be interested to see what you cook in yours, hopefully it will inspire me to use it again.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 11, 2015, 08:06:08 am
You certainly got a bargain Jenny. 8)

A great tin Cookie.You could make individual brownies ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on June 11, 2015, 08:16:44 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 11, 2015, 08:06:08 am
You certainly got a bargain Jenny. 8)

A great tin Cookie.You could make individual brownies ;)
Or smal square bread rolls, or lamingtons. I also have one of those tins.  Haven't used it but must.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2015, 08:27:14 am
Thanks troupie. Much appreciated. Thanks, too Mich will have a look on the Taste site. I use their recipes a fair bit.
Chookie I originally thought lovely, fresh square bread rolls.
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2015, 08:31:15 am
Or square quiches cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2015, 08:34:56 am
Now that would be nice Judy. Thanks.
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Post by: Bedlam on June 11, 2015, 08:40:32 am
Cookie, please inspire me. I had to have that cake tin quite a while ago and haven't used it yet.
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Post by: mcmich on June 11, 2015, 08:54:49 am
This is funny - so many of us have the tin and don't use it. Maybe we could start a tiny loaf or loaf challenge. I'm sure most loaves could be done in a small way.  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on June 12, 2015, 02:57:03 am
Yes, I know, I do need another cook book!!
Bought this one for the beautiful photos.  Nearly as good as Julie's.
However, reading it over a cup of coffee, I have already found 2 recipes to convert. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/11/14033c45d0100a5b76bd7aa313fb5e5d.jpg)
It is simply called Egg. It is by Blanch Vaughan.
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Post by: judydawn on June 12, 2015, 04:13:08 am
I can hear your book shelves groaning under the weight from here Chookie.
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Post by: Katj on June 12, 2015, 05:15:57 am
Interesting book Chookie. I would love to spend a day sitting in a warm spot near your cook book shelf.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 12, 2015, 05:18:07 am

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Interesting book Chookie. I would love to spend a day sitting in a warm spot near your cook book shelf.
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I can hear your book shelves groaning under the weight from here Chookie.
Yes, you are probably right. I have been sorting through the magazines and giving them away.
Kat, you are most welcome.  Ral will make you a coffee.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2015, 06:17:36 am
Is it all about eggs Chookie?  I thought I would add my newer books to Eat Your Books, gosh I do keep adding to the pile.  :-\ :-\ some of them I just love to sit and read.

I don't think you can ever have enough cookbooks. I have however, tried to ease up on my purchases.
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Post by: mcmich on June 12, 2015, 08:46:36 am
Looks like a nice book Chookie.
I think we should have what we love and enjoy in our homes. As much as I'm liking my minimal lifestyle, I still have many, many cookbooks. Even before my TMX I had loads of cookbooks. It's a relaxing pastime.  :)
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Post by: troupie on June 12, 2015, 11:10:01 am
I would just use any recipe for muffins or patty cakes and probably put a bit more mixture in depending on the size.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on June 14, 2015, 05:17:34 am
love the simple cover
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Post by: Bonsai on June 15, 2015, 12:12:01 pm
The publisher Phaidon has 40% off their cookbook range in June if you use the word EYB at checkout as the promotional coupon (thanks to the Eat Your Books website for this).
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2015, 12:35:43 pm
Thanks Bonsai. I had noticed that in the EYB email. It's very tempting.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 16, 2015, 07:27:06 am
I was going to buy this from EYB with the discount. However I had some left on my Dymocks vouchers from my birthday. This is what I bought.  I can't wait to sit down and have a lovely read tonight.
           
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Post by: judydawn on June 16, 2015, 07:33:55 am
Another new recipe coming up cookie  ;D
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Post by: Bonsai on June 16, 2015, 11:36:51 am
I had my eye on that book too cookie but trying to resist ! Do you think it's worthwhile - the only bread book I have is a sourdough one
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Post by: achookwoman on June 16, 2015, 09:00:28 pm
Cookie, looks interesting.
I like one themed cooking books. Bread of course !  This is my 3 rd egg one.  Have one on Apples, useless. Several on jams and several with recipes on growing your own veggies and recipes to use them. Muffins of course.  There is a new one on just Chicken which is fab. RecipeTinEats has just released an eBook on just chicken wings. ( it is worth checking out her basic recipe for cooking wings, it is excellent ) There are many SC  and one pot books, not to mention TMX books.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 19, 2015, 10:30:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 10, 2015, 08:15:58 am
I really need another cake tin like a hole in the head, but then this one is square and I couldn't resist it.

I couldn't resist it either Cookie! It feels like good quality too.
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Post by: obbie on June 20, 2015, 03:31:03 am
I bought the bodum grill from POK, and some small cake tins, and bread boards  from POK..
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2015, 04:30:41 am

It certainly feels heavy Jamberie. It cooks well too. Better than my rectangular tin actually.






Quote from: Jamberie on June 19, 2015, 10:30:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 10, 2015, 08:15:58 am
I really need another cake tin like a hole in the head, but then this one is square and I couldn't resist it.

I couldn't resist it either Cookie! It feels like good quality too.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 20, 2015, 04:36:49 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 20, 2015, 04:30:41 am

It certainly feels heavy Jamberie. It cooks well too. Better than my rectangular tin actually.






Quote from: Jamberie on June 19, 2015, 10:30:33 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 10, 2015, 08:15:58 am
I really need another cake tin like a hole in the head, but then this one is square and I couldn't resist it.

I couldn't resist it either Cookie! It feels like good quality too.
Maybe you need to go back and get a rectangular one Cookie ;) -while they are on sale of course!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2015, 09:02:21 am
I have an older rectangular one Jamberie, but I may just happen to pop in and check to see if they have any left at Coles when I shop. The older one isn't the best as no matter how you grease it, things stick.
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Post by: troupie on June 20, 2015, 12:30:02 pm
Hope Boffins have some recipe books because that is where my voucher is for; shame about having to go to the City for it though.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2015, 12:32:11 pm
I believe they have lots of different books now Troupie.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2015, 05:54:40 am
I received my hard copy of Tenina's Soup book this morning. It is very beautiful and glossy.
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Post by: Wonder on June 22, 2015, 08:51:02 am
Well we are back on n Melbourne and even though we only managed a few days in the Margaret River region we certainly managed to do some damage on the credit card! Amongst the wine, olives and olive oils we also managed to pick up a few unexpected purchases. We've been looking for some Indigenous artwork for a few years and managed to find two that we were both really happy with and a traditional gugelhupf mould from a tiny gugelhupf bakery right near our hotel in Yallingup. If anyone has a tried and tested recipe I'm all ears.
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Post by: Wonder on June 22, 2015, 08:51:43 am
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Post by: Jamberie on June 22, 2015, 10:03:32 am
Oooh I love the artworks Wonder, they are spectacular.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2015, 10:53:55 am
I love your purchases Wonder. You may have been busy but you certainly helped our economy.
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Post by: Katj on June 22, 2015, 11:18:15 am
Well done on your purchases Wonder, hope you enjoyed the South West all be it a short visit, looks as though you did.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 22, 2015, 12:22:50 pm
Fantastic shopping Wonder. 8)
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Post by: Kimmyh on June 22, 2015, 12:46:46 pm
Great purchases wonder. The gugglehoff is too good to cook with.
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Post by: obbie on June 25, 2015, 01:57:37 am
My Bodum green grill arrived today, and a Madelin tray, and my tartlet tray. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2015, 03:01:38 pm
Two Tupperware parties this week :o
Yesterday I bought two condiment containers and tomorrow I'm thinking about the silicone baking mat and a few other things. Does anyone have any recommendations?
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Post by: judydawn on June 27, 2015, 01:22:44 am
I haven't been to a Tupperware party for years Jamberie.  I threw out some of my original pieces during my pantry clean out, have had good use from them in years gone by but it was time for them to go.
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Post by: mab19 on June 27, 2015, 07:26:59 am
I received a couple of book vouchers for my birthday so this is what I bought.
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Post by: judydawn on June 27, 2015, 08:02:53 am
Lovely choices Margaret.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2015, 08:05:03 am
I have the River Cottage one and the  Slow Cooker ones Mab. I love both of them. They all all fabulous buys.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 27, 2015, 08:54:46 am
Very nice books Margaret. :)
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Post by: KristySpiegl on June 28, 2015, 05:15:35 pm
Oh I love River Cottage! Such a beautiful body and soul story, the television series is like a visit with Grandma.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 28, 2015, 05:53:25 pm
I bought Mary Berry's new book recently.I love it :)
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Post by: obbie on June 28, 2015, 09:53:11 pm
I love River cottage too, and Mary Berry.

shopping today  :)
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Post by: Emme on June 28, 2015, 10:46:54 pm
Great cookbooks Mab,  :)

CC, is the Mary Berry one on general cooking or just cakes etc?  I like her recipes too
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Post by: Wonder on June 28, 2015, 11:40:20 pm
Great shopping everyone. We spent quite a bit of time looking at a new sofa and television unit on the weekend but now that's come time to commit I'm getting cold feet about spending so much  :-\
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Post by: mab19 on June 28, 2015, 11:44:43 pm
Nice book CC.  I like Mary Berry recipes.

I know how you feel Wonder.  Our lounge suite is looking a bit tired and I would like to have it recovered but the cost is frightening.
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2015, 12:33:26 am
I was only looking through my Mary Berry cookbook last night Denise.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2015, 01:25:52 am
I'm another fan of Mary Berry. I have a couple of her books, a couple of Paul Hollywood and a couple of joint ones. I am a big fan of book depository.  ;D :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2015, 01:29:39 am
I have been doing a lot of shopping. Here is one of my purchases.

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Still have to buy a new fridge, microwave and dryer.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2015, 01:33:03 am
It looks very comfortable Gert and I really love the colour.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2015, 01:49:20 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 29, 2015, 01:33:03 am
It looks very comfortable Gert and I really love the colour.

It is actually a bit deeper in colour.I bought  a big photo of a shipwreck on canvas so it sort of set the theme colours for my new abode. I have had to buy a few things. I'll show you when I get it all together in my new place.

I will be soooo happy to move away from the two witches. I am a lookin' fer a  happy bright  life.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2015, 02:11:03 am
I hope you find it Gert, I'm sure you will.  Love the chair and blue is my favourite colour.  It must be fun going shopping for all new furniture.  Did you have the opening at the weekend?
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Post by: Katj on June 29, 2015, 02:29:21 am
I love your chair Gert, I was at our Internet Service Provider a few months ago and in their waiting lounge they had chairs that look almost identical, although a different colour.  I found them so comfortable I told DH when we shift and buy new furniture it will be something similar to that. I felt it had great back support instead of slouching on the couch ( which I love, but not good for my back). Good choice Gert, have fun setting up your new place.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2015, 02:29:55 am
Yup. 10 groups came through. Looking promising but you need do know until the contract is signed!
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2015, 02:31:45 am
I never actually sat in the chair Katj! I have my Lazy boys! I just loved the style and colour. It was a whim.
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Post by: judydawn on June 29, 2015, 02:45:32 am
Gert, you're speaking a foreign language, is your iPad playing up :D
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Post by: gertbysea on June 29, 2015, 03:55:53 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 29, 2015, 02:45:32 am
Gert, you're speaking a foreign language, is your iPad playing up :D

Judy you know iPad do exactly,what they want!
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Post by: mab19 on June 29, 2015, 05:30:19 am
Love the chair Gert, looks nice and comfy.  My favourite colour too.
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Post by: Wonder on June 29, 2015, 06:01:55 am
Looks great Gert, I'm sure the new place will be great once all set up.
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Post by: Emme on June 29, 2015, 06:31:40 am
Gert, love the chair, another blue gal here too  ;D
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Post by: troupie on June 29, 2015, 07:37:20 am
My favourite colour too Gert; we are badly in need of two chairs and picked out some lazyboy ones and then kept wondering if they looked too big so didn't get them and still sitting on the uncomfortable ones. I have never read any of Mary Berry books so must try the library first. Got Jamie Oliver 30 minute meals cheap at book exchange and it was brand new so that is for GD when they come for the hols.
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Post by: Jamberie on June 29, 2015, 07:50:21 am
We absolutely love our La-Z-Boy lounger suite. And can't recommend them more highly.
We have the Bari 3 seater (with 2 recliners) and two single recliners. Excellent quality and as a bonus, they come apart fairly easily to get through doors etc when moving house -it's still a 2-3 person move though as they are heavy!!
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Post by: achookwoman on June 29, 2015, 08:58:53 am
Great chair Gert. Other items will not be so interesting. ,!
We bought a new Asko washing machine, an Eco model . Very exciting!! I would rather have a Cook book.
Bought a $5 square , 12  hole tin and cooked rolls in it. Now I am going to check out the thread with all those fab recipes.
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Post by: Katiej on June 29, 2015, 09:36:58 am
Great chair Gert.
I'm looking forward to seeing the photos of your new place once you move in with all your new purchases.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 29, 2015, 09:39:28 am
Quote from: Emme on June 28, 2015, 10:46:54 pm
CC, is the Mary Berry one on general cooking or just cakes etc?  I like her recipes too
It's on a general cooking Marie.Its mainly recipes she cooks for her family and friends. :)

I love the chair Gert 8) It must be exciting setting up a new home :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2015, 10:13:38 am
We're fans of Lazy Boy too. We had a 3 seater lounge and two rockers, but eventually wore it out. Now we have a rocker each. Love them to bits. ( they're blue too)
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Post by: Emme on June 29, 2015, 11:42:25 am
Thanks for the details on the Mary Berry book,  CC, will keep an eye out for it. 

Chookie, any chance of a pic of the  tin.  I am looking out for a tin for bread rolls. 
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Post by: astarra on June 29, 2015, 11:15:54 pm
Hmmm, went shopping with DH for a toilet and a washing machine.....came home with not only both those items but also a new vanity and basin unit, taps, tiles, bench, etc to do up both the laundry and the bathroom!! 8)
Busy few days weeks ahead!!
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Post by: Wonder on June 29, 2015, 11:30:08 pm
That was a great shopping trip Astarra. Good luck with the renovations
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Post by: judydawn on June 30, 2015, 01:18:21 am
Funny how it escalated astarra.  It sounds like a very busy time ahead for DH. 
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Post by: achookwoman on June 30, 2015, 01:28:44 am
Emme, think this gives a good idea of baking pan. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/29/b7de2ec0aea1e5538fb55d76f726b5b9.jpg)
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Post by: Katj on June 30, 2015, 01:53:25 am
Well done on the shopping Astarra, like they say, one job leads to another.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 30, 2015, 03:50:16 am
You just bought it all at once Astarra. Saved fuel by not going back again.  :D :D ;D
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Post by: Emme on June 30, 2015, 05:26:53 am
Chookie, thanks for your trouble. Really appreciate it.  Looks good.  Do you have a special tin for the other rolls in the photo?. 
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Post by: achookwoman on June 30, 2015, 05:43:56 am
Yes, it was very expensive. Chicago Metallic, but worth every penny. I also bake Kimmyh fruit cake in it. I put the smallest of bread stick dough in the Center as it doesn't cook as well as the outside ones. 20 minutes at 200 ff. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/29/d6f0975ca732d72f70225c84fc4de70e.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 30, 2015, 08:44:08 am
A great shopping trip Astarra. 8)

What a useful bread tin Chookie.I haven't seen one like that before.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 30, 2015, 12:40:25 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 30, 2015, 08:44:08 am
A great shopping trip Astarra. 8)

What a useful bread tin Chookie.I haven't seen one like that before.
I think it was designed for a sweet bun that had custard in it.
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Post by: Emme on July 01, 2015, 03:25:23 am
Thanks again Chookie, for your trouble.  Looks like a very useful tin.
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2015, 05:18:24 am
I bought Save with Jamie yesterday, great book.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 03, 2015, 08:40:02 am
Quote from: obbie on July 02, 2015, 05:18:24 am
I bought Save with Jamie yesterday, great book.
I have that one too Robyn, I must have another read, thanks for the reminder :)
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Post by: achookwoman on July 06, 2015, 06:46:00 am
Have just had an Asko Eco washing machine delivered and installed.  Told Ral it was part of his Birthday present.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 06, 2015, 07:46:49 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 06, 2015, 06:46:00 am
Have just had an Asko Eco washing machine delivered and installed.  Told Ral it was part of his Birthday present.

Good one, Chookie.

I purchased a Kindle Paperlight at the weekend to replace the one that died on me.  The latest model - it had just been released onto the market at the beginning of the week.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2015, 07:58:54 am
I'm sure Ral is thrilled with his extra gift.
Marina a good buy. You can't be without  your e reader.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 06, 2015, 08:04:57 am
Oh boy some good buying here.

 I would be interested to know how the new model goes Marina.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on July 06, 2015, 08:23:45 am
Good work Chookie, must remember that line for future use.

Nice, Cuilidh - hope you give us a review when you've used it a bit.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 06, 2015, 08:38:11 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 06, 2015, 06:46:00 am
Have just had an Asko Eco washing machine delivered and installed.  Told Ral it was part of his Birthday present.
LOL Cookie.
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Post by: judydawn on July 06, 2015, 09:18:28 am
I'm sure he didn't mind Chookie, Ral seems to just go with the flow.
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 06, 2015, 11:14:45 am
Love it chookie. Must keep that up my sleeve for when I need it in the future.
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Post by: obbie on July 06, 2015, 09:36:51 pm
how do you get away with a washing machine for a birthday :) :)

saucepans, casserole pan recommendations anyone... ;)  I need new ones.
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Post by: jeninwa on July 07, 2015, 12:55:04 am
Love it chookie, I bought my DH and new ironing board cover the other day.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2015, 02:17:47 am
Jeninwa I did the same. He even used it yesterday......he wanted me to do some printing of documents for him. I bought  one with a pink ribbon on it for breast cancer, it's actually quite pretty.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 07, 2015, 05:23:19 am
Ral buys his own ironing board covers.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2015, 06:42:30 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 07, 2015, 05:23:19 am
Ral buys his own ironing board covers.  ;D


Love it. I guess he gets to choose the colour and design he likes then.  ;D ;D :D
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Post by: Katj on July 07, 2015, 08:17:05 am
Robin I have recently bought Scan Pan stove top casserole/pan 32cm. I love their cookware, but you can't use spray oil in them, it gets a build up on the surface and spoils it. And you don't need extreme heat either.
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Post by: Katj on July 07, 2015, 08:22:04 am
Don't we all just love these SNAGS ( sensitive New Age Guys) Ironing is one thing, but to buy his own cover.....I love it!
Should be more of it I say.
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Post by: obbie on July 07, 2015, 10:40:15 pm
thanks Katj :)  see what I end up with..
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Post by: KristySpiegl on July 16, 2015, 03:21:27 am
So I finally caved and went clothes shopping yesterday. I hate doing it. But I found THOSE pants, the perfect pair that fit my body and are super comfortable. Naturally there was only one in my size. Hunting down some more today.
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Post by: obbie on July 16, 2015, 07:42:10 am
Kristy, you always find them when not looking for them.. ;D
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Post by: troupie on July 16, 2015, 10:10:28 am
I don't like clothes shopping either Kristy but was out with DD and GC last week and found a lovely jacket and vest in the Black Pepper shop which was on special and will be warm for my Tassie trip later in the year.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 16, 2015, 10:21:04 am
I like Black Pepper clothing Troupie.
Well shopped Kristy.
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Post by: KristySpiegl on July 16, 2015, 04:05:10 pm
Does anyone actually enjoy clothes shopping? I sometimes wonder with all the people I hear say not.

I did get another pair of those pants today, as well as a Chromecast device which apparently will allow me to stream Internet television to my TV. Or that's what the techie friends are saying anyway, they can come set it up too! I'm hopeless at that sort of thing.

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Post by: *suzanne* on July 17, 2015, 06:13:02 am
I love shopping! I should actually have my cc confiscated, I never leave the shopping Centre empty handed
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Post by: Katj on July 17, 2015, 07:10:46 am
Kristy, I hate clothes shopping, because mostly we are all time poor and nothing from store to store is standard to the size displayed on the ticket......grrrr!
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Post by: Jamberie on July 17, 2015, 08:24:51 am
Quote from: KristySpiegl on July 16, 2015, 04:05:10 pm
Does anyone actually enjoy clothes shopping? I sometimes wonder with all the people I hear say not.

I did get another pair of those pants today, as well as a Chromecast device which apparently will allow me to stream Internet television to my TV. Or that's what the techie friends are saying anyway, they can come set it up too! I'm hopeless at that sort of thing.
You will love the Chromecast Kristy Spiegl. I use them (we have 2) for Netflix. I use the Netflix app to 'send' the show to the Chromecast which is plugged into our entertainment unit which is plugged into the tv. Works a treat :)

I bought one of these from Aldi to store (most of) my big Costco bags of flour. Great product and great value.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2015, 08:36:48 am
I love that container. I use 2 x  5litre Decore buckets for my flour.

Interesting shopping Kristy. I had never heard of that. Jamberie how are you going with the cold?
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Post by: KristySpiegl on July 17, 2015, 10:35:19 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 17, 2015, 08:36:48 am
I love that container. I use 2 x  5litre Decore buckets for my flour.

Interesting shopping Kristy. I had never heard of that. Jamberie how are you going with the cold?
Neither had I Cookie! I'm terribly out of sync with technology but a friend convinced me that this device was the best way for me to access what I wanted.


Quote from: Jamberie on July 17, 2015, 08:24:51 am
Quote from: KristySpiegl on July 16, 2015, 04:05:10 pm
Does anyone actually enjoy clothes shopping? I sometimes wonder with all the people I hear say not.

I did get another pair of those pants today, as well as a Chromecast device which apparently will allow me to stream Internet television to my TV. Or that's what the techie friends are saying anyway, they can come set it up too! I'm hopeless at that sort of thing.
You will love the Chromecast Kristy Spiegl. I use them (we have 2) for Netflix. I use the Netflix app to 'send' the show to the Chromecast which is plugged into our entertainment unit which is plugged into the tv. Works a treat :)

I bought one of these from Aldi to store (most of) my big Costco bags of flour. Great product and great value.
Apparently this is what I will be doing Jamberie,  I'm really hoping it is as easy as it sounds.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 17, 2015, 10:42:07 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 17, 2015, 08:36:48 am
I love that container. I use 2 x  5litre Decore buckets for my flour.

Interesting shopping Kristy. I had never heard of that. Jamberie how are you going with the cold?
What cold? ;)
I am so disappointed,even Queensland got snow and we didn't!!

I've been looking for a flour container for ages and ages, am very pleased.

KristyS, I wish I could tell you how easy it is, but I leave all the techie things to DH and I just press 'play' so to speak :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2015, 11:58:15 am
I can imagine how you feel Jamberie. I figure that if it can snow in Queensland it should snow here. It doesn't seem fair that you get the cold and they get the snow.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 17, 2015, 11:20:12 pm
Great shopping girls.
I don't shop often but when I do I go for it. !
While in Melbourne last week bought several items of clothing. A pair of Ecco shoes %40 off. A leather jacket, ( soft grey colour), white long sleeved T, and red cardi. All from Blue illusion. All reduced except jacket.
Yesterday in Bendigo bought a nightie, dressing gown and a fluffy sort of bed jacket.  Again all reduced.

We were also cheated out of the snow.  Just got buckets of rain and wind. All tanks full and ground sodden.  Jam , you have been very cold.
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Post by: mab19 on July 18, 2015, 06:21:38 am
Since replacing our wood heater with a gas heater the far end of the house is very cold, so this morning I went out and bought a panel heater to put in the rooms to warm them up a bit. 
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Post by: achookwoman on July 18, 2015, 06:42:06 am
Mab, you will find them very good. We have panel heater in the bathrooms and guest bedrooms.  We still have the big wood heater which goes 24 hours in winter  but is a lot of work.
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Post by: obbie on July 18, 2015, 07:23:51 am
love my wood fire, its been going all day. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2015, 07:32:22 am
Margaret we found the same when we swapped our wood heater for gas. The wood fire seems to penetrate all parts of the house.
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 18, 2015, 11:47:02 am
It never snows here either, but gets very cold.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 18, 2015, 12:34:50 pm
Quote from: Kimmyh on July 18, 2015, 11:47:02 am
It never snows here either, but gets very cold.

You win football matches too.  ;D
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 19, 2015, 10:55:03 am
The town team does.......mine got beaten by yours this weekend cookie.!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 19, 2015, 01:28:08 pm
Oh Kimmy I didn't realise you barracked for that team.  I enjoyed the match.
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Post by: Kimmyh on July 20, 2015, 11:34:35 am
As you should cookie. It wS a good win
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Post by: thermilover on July 20, 2015, 11:09:50 pm
Just curious Kristy, do you have a smart TV? If yes, there is an app you can download on your mobile/tablet which is called T-Beam, and you can stream almost anything on to the TV. Only need to make sure the tab/mobile and TV are on wi-fi and they can be paired.

Jam, that container looks wonderful, when did you buy it? I have been looking for a nice big container for flour and rice for a long time and have never found anything bigger than a 8lt at KMART which I dont like much..
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Post by: KristySpiegl on July 21, 2015, 04:09:07 am
Quote from: thermilover on July 20, 2015, 11:09:50 pm
Just curious Kristy, do you have a smart TV? If yes, there is an app you can download on your mobile/tablet which is called T-Beam, and you can stream almost anything on to the TV. Only need to make sure the tab/mobile and TV are on wi-fi and they can be paired.

Jam, that container looks wonderful, when did you buy it? I have been looking for a nice big container for flour and rice for a long time and have never found anything bigger than a 8lt at KMART which I dont like much..
No my TV is old, I got it second hand a while ago, before that I had a big box haha. Technology is not my friend.

The Chromecast is working and I am loving it though.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 21, 2015, 08:00:44 am
What does it do Kristy?  I am IT challenged too.
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Post by: KristySpiegl on July 21, 2015, 09:33:52 am
It uses the streaming platforms from the Internet (Netflix, Presto and a few others, as well as youtube.) And sends the shows/movies to play on my TV.
So it's like using Foxtel on demand or something like that.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 21, 2015, 11:57:33 am
Thanks, I think I understand.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 21, 2015, 12:17:28 pm
Quote from: thermilover on July 20, 2015, 11:09:50 pm
Just curious Kristy, do you have a smart TV? If yes, there is an app you can download on your mobile/tablet which is called T-Beam, and you can stream almost anything on to the TV. Only need to make sure the tab/mobile and TV are on wi-fi and they can be paired.

Jam, that container looks wonderful, when did you buy it? I have been looking for a nice big container for flour and rice for a long time and have never found anything bigger than a 8lt at KMART which I dont like much..

Thermilover I bought it last Wednesday, the day they were released. I hope you are able to get one :)
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Post by: thermilover on July 22, 2015, 11:44:55 pm
Apologize my ignorance Kristy.
Just got to know from my colleague that it is to enable internet on TV. I hope you enjoy streaming :)
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Post by: troupie on July 23, 2015, 01:07:29 pm
We have a new smart TV but unfortunately, not smart operators. Havent even worked out how to record a show yet although be bought the recorder with it. Where are the GKs.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 23, 2015, 01:12:23 pm
LOL Troupie ;D
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Post by: troupie on July 23, 2015, 01:17:05 pm
Great shopping everyone; Chookie I love Ecco shoes but they are so expensive here in the West and never on sale. I have some ankle lace up boots and they were over $250 but oh so comfortable so they will probably last a long e.
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Post by: Katj on July 23, 2015, 11:06:53 pm
I haven't seen you on much lately Troupie, I figured you must have been on a shopping spree.
I think we may get a smart TV when DH retires sometime. He is the smart one, I leave all things techno up to him.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 23, 2015, 11:38:43 pm
Quote from: Katj on July 23, 2015, 11:06:53 pm
I haven't seen you on much lately Troupie, I figured you must have been on a shopping spree.
I think we may get a smart TV when DH retires sometime. He is the smart one, I leave all things techno up to him.
Quote from: troupie on July 23, 2015, 01:07:29 pm
We have a new smart TV but unfortunately, not smart operators. Havent even worked out how to record a show yet although be bought the recorder with it. Where are the GKs.

Girls girls girls. You gotta  get with the program. We women cannot be leaving the things to the GK and husbands. They ain't always there to help.  It is not hard but it can be scary.

If I can operate a smart TV anyone can. Troupie it will automatically record for you if it has been set up correctly. Usually you need only to push one or two buttons. All smart TV's have the instructions on board so it is just a matter of READING them with the remote in hand.  Give it a go.

I have a friend who cannot even operate her simple phone and she is always pushing the buttons randomly . The she has to wait for her GS aged 12 to come over and fix it. Sometimes she is out of action both on her computer and phone at the same time. The kid goes on holidays and she is hopeless not to mention isolated. she gets in her car and drives around to friends to tell them she can't phone them.  Drives me nuts. Refuses to learn but she can drive a car. Seems to me that a car is harder to learn to drive than a phone or television. We all had to learn the rules once.

Technology has advanced so much and become more intuitive so we mere women should be able to conquer it with very little effort.  The Dummies Books are a good way  to start. I have lots.


Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 24, 2015, 12:36:51 am
Hear Hear, Gert (from a techno dinosaur!)  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 24, 2015, 05:41:04 am
We don't have a smart TV. Perhaps when this one dies, it's only a couple of years old.
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Post by: troupie on July 24, 2015, 10:35:30 am
I think we must be like your friend Gert; one thing I can operate and that is a THERMOMIX; no problems there. We only got the smart TV because it was the only one that would fit in the spot available.

Katj it has been school holidays which was the main reason I haven't been on and then a matter of a little test which is all OK now so here I am again but reading these threads I think I might have to go shopping for more powerful glasses or make the print bigger.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 24, 2015, 10:48:25 am
It seems to vary in size for me troupie. Some days I can read it easily and other days I almost have to squint.

I had my hair cut this morning and needed to grab some milk. I saw this book and after looking through it I felt that there were quite a few recipes I would make, so I bought it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 24, 2015, 12:57:06 pm
It looks a good book Cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 01, 2015, 08:20:50 am
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/01/2e5a003aa5c8a9b2f73390a04fe00e33.jpg)
Bought a Table cloth that I have been lusting after for some time. Linen and 20% off.
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Post by: troupie on August 01, 2015, 08:27:48 am
Chookie, it is sooooo pretty. You are lucky it was still there. Last time I drooled over something it was gone when I went back so well don.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 01, 2015, 09:19:32 am
What a great buy Chookie.I love it. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on August 01, 2015, 09:36:51 am
Lovely tablecloth Chookie :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 01, 2015, 12:44:28 pm
Beautiful Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 01, 2015, 12:47:30 pm
It was still there because it was expensive. 20% off helped but still expensive.  I must admit I have a passion for beautiful table linen.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 01, 2015, 02:18:22 pm
Yes chookie it is very desirable. I know why you wanted it. Gorgeous.
Gert
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Post by: Katj on August 02, 2015, 11:42:53 am
It is a beautiful cloth Chookie, I love the colours.
You would laugh if your saw my table cloth collection.  It comprises 1, plus a Christmas cloth. I rarely use a cloth these days, using only placemats. I think it goes back to the days when all the kids lived at home, they would always spill something on the cloth.
Enjoy your cloth.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 02, 2015, 09:47:59 pm
Kat, I also have and use place mats. Our table is glass so I like to use cloths as otherwise you are looking at legs and feet under the table!!
I have cloths from our travels. The latest was a hand painted one from South Africa,
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Post by: cookie1 on August 03, 2015, 05:24:20 am
Both are tables are jarrah. For everyday I use placemats as I can growl if anyone puts something directly on the table. On our big jarrah table I use a tablecloth and placemats as I can't really growl at visitors.
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Post by: troupie on August 03, 2015, 10:58:28 am
Katj I am a bit the same; I do have one from my childhood days but don't use it very often.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 03, 2015, 02:00:03 pm
There's a new chip out tomorrow called "Everyday Cooking for Thermomix Families", 110 recipes - The cookbook and chip are available to purchase individually for $50 or together for $80. Quote: "this cookbook has been designed for TM5 owners as it contains many of the Everyday Cookbook recipes that did not feature in the Basic Cookbook. The good news is that we have a new cookbook for our TM31 customers, along with a new online recipe platform which will be launched in the coming weeks and months"

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Post by: cookie1 on August 03, 2015, 02:14:58 pm
It sounds very interesting. I wonder what they will be like?
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Post by: obbie on August 09, 2015, 09:52:40 pm
We bought another house on Saturday, we looked at 2 last week, and then I saw one on Saturday, on the internet,  rang the agent,  and bought it. :D
4 bedrooms, and a deck. pretty good.
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Post by: judydawn on August 10, 2015, 12:17:18 am
Are you going to move into it Robyn or is it an investment home?
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 10, 2015, 12:32:38 am
WOW that was quick - I think that must just about trump any other shopping on this thread.  Well done.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 10, 2015, 01:52:45 am
Ditto to Judy. Is it up your way? 
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Post by: obbie on August 10, 2015, 06:19:05 am
investment home Judy, it was pretty fast.. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2015, 03:01:00 am
I'm one thrilled Cookie. I won this a while ago and it arrived yesterday.
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Post by: Bedlam on August 13, 2015, 03:40:15 am
Well done Cookie, lucky you.
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Post by: thermilover on August 13, 2015, 04:47:33 am
Oh wow, congrats cookie!! I love his desserts, never got to taste one but they always look so delicious...
Let us know once you try the recipes  :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 13, 2015, 04:59:08 am
It's wonderful to win something, congratulations  cookie - enjoy your new book.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2015, 08:04:28 am
Thermilover DD and I hope to be heading to Melbourne very soon and we always fit in a trip out to Zumbo's. I even know what bus to catch and where to get off. It is a once or twice a year thrill.
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Post by: Katj on August 13, 2015, 08:10:03 am
Well done Cookie, love to hear someone having a win.
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Post by: mab19 on August 13, 2015, 08:12:42 am
Congratulations on the win Cookie. :)
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Post by: Katj on August 13, 2015, 08:17:31 am
On the subject of books, and not quite Zumbo, I was in Big W yesterday and saw a book on the shelf called Thermo Struck, it is by Kim McCosker who has all those books, cooking with 4 ingredients.
The book was only $10.00, and written to suit all Thermal cooking appliances.
I was in a hurry and didn't have time to have a good look. For anyone interested, it was in their book department with the cook books. A bit bigger than a paperback novel. The cover was covered in an Orange & cream colour design, unlike you would expect a cookbook to look.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2015, 09:18:40 am
I had a look in Target the other day and they wanted $12 for it! I can't decide if I want it or need it!!!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 13, 2015, 09:20:52 am
I think Jamberie has it and didn't like it. :-\
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=12297.0
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Post by: Jamberie on August 13, 2015, 09:58:16 am
Yes I'm sorry to say it is the only Thermo cooker cookbook I've donated :o
Although I can see why people may be tempted for $10.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2015, 11:54:26 am
I knew I didn't want it after all.   ;D :D :D ;D :D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 13, 2015, 03:18:49 pm
I had a look at the other day in Myer and it was $30 - what was the claim to fame - something like the best selling Thermo whatever book??? (don't quote me)  I had a quick flick through and thought that anyone who wanted a good resource could get it for free here on the forum and anywhere else on the web. Like where are all these cooks coming from? Even those cooks on tv who have appeared on a tv show and not even won bring out books, and I look at the covers and think its just ridiculous. I think that just because you have a TM or thingy doesn't mean that you have limitless money and will just buy everything that comes out. I have quite a few TM recipes now so from here onwards I am going to be very discerning in what I buy.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 14, 2015, 02:21:31 am
Wise words CP. I will try to do the same.
I tend to look at a lot of cookbooks now and wonder just how many creations can be done from butter, sugar, eggs and flour. ( if I'm looking at Baking books). I'm still a sucker for a good Bread book though.
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Post by: Katj on August 14, 2015, 02:54:28 am
Here here CP. there is enough recipes on the net to try something different every day for years.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 14, 2015, 04:26:10 am
Congrats Cookie on winning a prize.
When I have to decide if I will buy a cook book, I have a good look and there has to be 4 or more recipes, usually very different to what I already have, before I buy it. Readings have a table of heavily discounted books.  They are 1/2 price.  There are usually a few cook books included. I like to convert recipes so rarely  buy TMX books.
Today I am feeling very smug. I had a message from an Indian lady who lives in Singapore, who used my instructions for making bread rolls in the AF. She said that after searching the Web and trying several recipes, mine was the only one that worked. I have been wondering for some time why there was so much interest in this recipe on my Blog.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 14, 2015, 06:21:52 am
That's fantastic Chookie.
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Post by: judydawn on August 14, 2015, 08:48:30 am
What great feedback Chookie, well deserved of course.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 14, 2015, 09:10:39 am
What great feedback after all the free help you give to people on your blog Chookie. :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 14, 2015, 10:06:53 am
Went to the home show in Melbourne today and bought a pair of Woll brand titanium frying pans that were on special.  I have been lusting after good frying pans (with lids that can go into the oven) for a long time, so I can't wait to try them out over the weekend.  Poach / fry / scramble eggs without oils or fats and just wipe clean.  Hope I am not disappointed!
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Post by: judydawn on August 14, 2015, 10:12:08 am
I'm sure you won't be Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 15, 2015, 09:58:14 am
No comment. The pencils are not new. They are about 22 years old.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 15, 2015, 01:06:47 pm
Quote from: Katj on August 13, 2015, 08:17:31 am
On the subject of books, and not quite Zumbo, I was in Big W yesterday and saw a book on the shelf called Thermo Struck, it is by Kim McCosker who has all those books, cooking with 4 ingredients.
The book was only $10.00, and written to suit all Thermal cooking appliances.
I was in a hurry and didn't have time to have a good look. For anyone interested, it was in their book department with the cook books. A bit bigger than a paperback novel. The cover was covered in an Orange & cream colour design, unlike you would expect a cookbook to look.

I see this in Dymocks today. $29.99. Rather unbelievable.
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Post by: judydawn on August 15, 2015, 01:58:04 pm
A colouring in book cookie?  Let us know what you think of this new craze.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2015, 02:48:17 am
I bought that one and a Japanese one a few weeks ago when DD was out of action and bored stiff. She has done some of hers but I haven't as yet.
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Post by: troupie on August 17, 2015, 06:07:44 am
Where did you get the colouring book Cookie? I have been looking for one for GD as she loves drawing and colouring and she is a bit too old for the childrens ones. Tried Kmart but they only had little ones.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 17, 2015, 06:53:36 am
Borders have them Troupie and I noticed on the weekend that Big W have a lot too. As it catches on there seem to be more and more around.

I noticed Target had some too. They are with all the books.
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 17, 2015, 07:25:32 am
I saw a better homes and gardens colouring book in Woolworths today, didn't check the price though.
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Post by: Katj on August 17, 2015, 09:06:58 am
Troupie, some of the newsagents around here are stocking them.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 17, 2015, 09:12:04 am
The BHG one is $10. I have the "Enchanted Forest" by Johanna Basford which has been keeping me relaxed and busy. I've got quite a collection of colored pencils, gel pencils, textas and watercolour pencils, plus a few  more colouring in books. I'm mad about it. Have pre-ordered her next book "Lost Oceans" which is due out at the beginning of November. I try and colour for at least an hour every day after lunch when the light is good, as at night time the lights above the dining table are not so bright. Thought I would keep it quiet, but seeing as you've come out cookie I thought I would too  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 17, 2015, 09:27:40 am
We've come out together CP.
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Post by: Katiej on August 17, 2015, 09:40:35 am
I bought Secret Garden, but as soon as I bought it I realised it was a silly idea for me - I literally have no time to do anything as it is and I have terrible carpal tunnel in both wrists (so bad I'm booked to have surgery on 10th Sept on my right hand). I need to be resting, not colouring!

I do have an app on my iPad called colorfy, it's fun and you can't colour outside the lines (and if you make a mistake, you just undo it!)

I do like the idea of the books though, it sounds very relaxing. Looking to give The Secret Garden book away if anyone wants it?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 17, 2015, 11:34:02 am
I'm afraid that I'd rather read a book than colour one in, or do a jigsaw.
I went to Costco for the first time ever. It was a bit overwhelming and I still had to go to the supermarket afterwards as either I couldn't find what I was looking for, or I didn't want to buy so much of it. However, I bought 48 double rolls of loo paper ( that should last us  a while), paper towel, organic vanilla paste, bread and ordinary flour, a hoodie, yoghurt, an extra large bag of Menz choc coated honeycomb ( which DH found and is no more) and a few other things beside. I'm not sure it was worth the $60 joining fee, but I sure had a lot of fun.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 17, 2015, 11:44:29 am
How long does the $60 joining fee last for ES?  Perhaps you will buy more next time you go.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 17, 2015, 11:55:41 am
Cookie, it lasts for  12 months. Next time I'll take my parents S you are allowed to take 2 guests. I also bought 1kg of organic quinoa for $10 and 1.36 kg of cranberries. They also have cheap petrol, but I didn't fill up as I had 3/4 tank already.
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Post by: troupie on August 19, 2015, 01:31:53 pm
Bought one of those colouring in books at ABC shop for GD; the one with animals in it and will get the secret garden next time. She will love it and it will be a bit of respite from all the maths she is struggling to learn.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2015, 10:34:56 pm
Bought a house near Ballarat. The 25 acres at Cherokee are getting a bit much for us.  This new one is near our daughter and has 5 acres and the basis of a good veggie garden. It is 10 minutes from the Center of Ballarat.
Could be at Cherokee for a while as we have 6 months settlement.  We are meeting with the Agent today to sign papers to put Cherokee on the market. Photo to follow.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2015, 10:38:20 pm
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/27/793d7f36a464731a2fc1ab3727ff4ff6.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2015, 11:18:10 pm
Magnificent house Chookie, good luck with the sale of your beautiful Cherokee house.  GKs will love having you so close.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2015, 11:42:41 pm
What a beautiful house Chookie. It will be lovely having the smaller property and being closer to the GC. ( as Judy has already said!).
You will be busy baking for them as I'm sure they will be popping over frequently. A big upheaval but I'm sure it will be for the best.
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Post by: thermilover on August 28, 2015, 12:29:46 am
Looks beautiful Chookie!! :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2015, 12:50:20 am
Love your idea of "downsizing" chookie.. ROFLMAO! My downsizing unit would fit nicely in your kitchen!!! I must post a pic of my veggie garden.

Love it to bits.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2015, 12:54:57 am
Old back yard.(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/27/8b4d9fb2727709c4e9f1ade2c260d506.jpg)

New back yard.(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/27/90b210d00d70269c167ab900259686d2.jpg)

Veggie patch. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/27/f97dc0bd69e20781dedf4b32b65ebf24.jpg)
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Post by: Katj on August 28, 2015, 01:30:54 am
WhAt a magnificent looking home Chookie.  I'm sure it will be nicer being closer to GK's.
In contrast Gert, it is smaller, however  I'm sure you will still get the warm fuzzies picking your own Veges and herbs. That would suit me fine.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 28, 2015, 01:48:34 am
Gert, you will be amazed what you can grow in a small space. Love those pots that hang on the fence.
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Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2015, 02:08:20 am
I think you're right Gert LOL.

Did  you  inherit the veggie patch or is it your own work?  The fence could hold a lot more pots, I love the idea of vertical gardens.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 28, 2015, 02:39:28 am
thats a massive change for you and Ral chookie. You will be townies now, and the GK's are gonna love being so close to you both.
I love the vertical walls too. Some people are pretty crafty and make some nifty ones out of those packing crates.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 28, 2015, 02:50:40 am
Congratulations Chookie! Your new house looks truly beautiful :)
I'm pleased your new house has veggie gardens. Is there a swap meet nearby? If not I can just imagine you starting it up! :)
I love living near my parents (they are directly across the road), it's great for both of us.
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Post by: mab19 on August 28, 2015, 06:48:35 am
Your new home is magnificent Chookie, I'm sure you and DH will be very happy there.   I love having our family nearby, the GK's are always popping in looking for something to eat  :D :D, or we go to their house for dinner on a weekend.

Love your little veggie patch Gert, and plentyof room to hang more containers.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 28, 2015, 07:57:57 am
Thanks for the good wishes.  The GK and daughter are all excited. It will be nice to be near a big provincial town, but will miss my purpose built kitchen and pantry, and beautiful new veggie garden. I may have to turn the study in the new house into a pantry and one of  the bedrooms into a study.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 28, 2015, 08:23:43 am
That's very exciting, Chookie.  What a difference but a really good difference.  Whomever gets your Cherokee home will be very lucky inheriting such a wonderful property.

Love your hanging gardens, Gert.  There is a lot of scope there.  Will you miss your swimming pool?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 28, 2015, 09:08:17 am
Your new house is magnificent Chookie and will make a beautiful new home.I love your idea if turning the study into a pantry and a bedroom into a study. ;)

Love your hanging veggie garden Gert.The herbs look very healthy :)
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Post by: Katiej on August 29, 2015, 12:41:00 pm
Wow Chookie just caught up with your news, looks like a great house and it will be nice to be closer to family.

Glad you're settling in to your new place Gert.
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Post by: thermilover on September 01, 2015, 12:40:33 am
Ordered some vanilla pods and Premium Tube Containers
from http://www.sistermixin.com/ to start planning for my Christmas hampers!!
Excited to start my own vanilla extract :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2015, 02:08:30 am
My first lot for. Any years is ready this month Thermilover. I used a whole bottle of brandy this time instead of a little bit.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2015, 02:13:04 am
With the little baking that I do, I think I've got enough to last me for the rest of my life  ;D  I only have 2 friends who bake so I'll have to give them some more.  I have 1 lot made with brandy and another 2 lots made with vodka.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 01, 2015, 05:33:55 am
I'm a bit like you, Judy.  I made a batch a year or two (or three) ago and still have most of it.  I gave some away, but still I have a half bottle - mine is a vodka mix.  At the rate I am going I'll be in my grave and there will still be some left!  It's just so simple to make that you can get easily carried away making bottles and bottles of the stuff, then you are left wondering just what you are going to do with it all.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2015, 08:05:59 am
Do you think brandy or vodka is the best ladies?  I can't remember my vodka batch. I want to start another when I begin this one.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2015, 08:06:40 am
I prefer the vodka by a mile cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2015, 08:07:32 am
Thanks. I'll do the next one with vodka.
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Post by: troupie on September 01, 2015, 02:07:26 pm
I went into a dress shop yesterday and was so confused I rang a friend (ha) and she came and helped me. They were having 70% off so we went wild and I came home with 8 new items and didn't break the bank. I have never shopped for clothes like that before as I mostly make them (or make do more like it).  I came home very happy and only a couple of things I am unsure about but at that reduction I am not worried. I was exhausted at the end.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2015, 02:22:51 pm
There are lots of bargains out there at the moment troupie, I got amongst them myself yesterday.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 01, 2015, 07:37:44 pm
Wow what a fabulous shopping trip troupie. :)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 01, 2015, 09:17:54 pm
Wow fabulous. I'm really wanting some new clothes but struggling to find atm.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 01, 2015, 09:21:24 pm
Cookie, I use Vodka as base for vanilla.
Troupie what a great shopping spree.
Today confirmed that I have a dreadful disease. It is called cookbook buying. Here I am frantically cleaning out getting ready to sell/ shift and I bought another cook book. David Herbert's Best Home Cooking.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 01, 2015, 10:05:38 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on September 01, 2015, 09:21:24 pm
Today confirmed that I have a dreadful disease. It is called cookbook buying. Here I am frantically cleaning out getting ready to sell/ shift and I bought another cook book. David Herbert's Best Home Cooking.
LOL - I believe it is an extremely common and very contagious disease.
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Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2015, 01:58:53 am
Yes, you're not alone Chookie - most forum members have the same disease LOL.  You shouldn't have time to even be looking at cookbooks with what you have on your plate at the moment.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 02, 2015, 02:50:17 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 02, 2015, 01:58:53 am
You shouldn't have time to even be looking at cookbooks with what you have on your plate at the moment.
Listen to Aunty Judy, Chookie!!
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Post by: troupie on September 02, 2015, 07:05:10 am
Chookie I know what you mean about cookbook disease; I have a  similar disease with patchwork fabric;

After my clothes shopping, which doesn't usually happen because they don't normally fit me  as I am short and plumpish, I thought now more time for patchwork and my other little projects on the machine so more fabric needed.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 02, 2015, 09:14:13 am
I have that disease too. I bought that Womans Weekly book of Deborah Huttons. I swore I would never buy it because she's never really had a reputation for being remotely foodie
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Post by: cookie1 on September 02, 2015, 09:20:27 am
Chookie you scared me for a moment. I thought you were ill.
I'm trying not to suffer that disease, I keep telling myself that there is only so much you can do with butter, sugar, eggs and flour. Also yeast, water and flour. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.

Now I have to own up to something I said I would never do. I am photographing the box as DD is checking out the actual appliance.

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Post by: cookie1 on September 02, 2015, 09:25:23 am
I forgot to say what a bargain troupie. How fortunate.
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Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2015, 09:26:49 am
Ha ha, good one cookie. Guess what  you'll for having for dessert tonight.
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Post by: Katj on September 02, 2015, 11:25:25 am
Well done Troupie, love to hear someone has found a bargain.
I swore off buying cookbooks also, but did buy a small hook when we were away for a few days down south. It was in a Newsagent and caught my eye. It is called Going with The Grain, recipes using Quinoa, Farro, Chia & More. It was only $7.99, less than some magazines.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 03, 2015, 09:29:55 am
A friend told us that there was a Lindt Chocolate factory outlet about 10 kms away. Guess where we have just been. I bought a few blocks of Lindt cooking chocolate, two frogs, some chocolate covered coffee beans  and a Choceby Road heart shaped rocky road. DD stocked up quite a lot. She is able to have 1 piece each night whereas I don't have the will power.
We had a chuckle. A young man came in and bought several small boxes of Lindt chocolate. He commented that his girlfriend thought he was wonderful taking her chocolates so frequently.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 03, 2015, 02:07:41 pm
I was going to ask where it is Cookie but it is probably safer for me not to know!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 03, 2015, 03:53:32 pm
Quote from: Bedlam on September 03, 2015, 02:07:41 pm
I was going to ask where it is Cookie but it is probably safer for me not to know!
LOL
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 03, 2015, 07:39:51 pm
While shopping in my local town today I popped into a local store and saw this and of course I bought it. :D
It's a super little cookbook.

(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/d2027c506908fd3c0bb690d7b10e43ad.jpg)

Holly Bell was a finalist in the GBBO in 2011. She wrote the book in collaboration with Iceland ( not the Country but a countrywide chain store selling frozen foods) to raise funds for The Children's Food Trust.
Here is a sample of one of her recipes.
Popcorn Caramel Cheesecake. (http://www.recipesfromanormalmum.com) (scroll down to the bottom of the page ;))
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Post by: judydawn on September 04, 2015, 12:25:49 am
An interesting book Denise. 
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Post by: cookie1 on September 04, 2015, 01:59:10 am
Your book sounds interesting CC.

Bedlam I'm going to tell you anyway!  It's called Chokeby Road and it is in Division St Welshpool. I think it's 31.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 04, 2015, 04:39:40 am
I bought some tovolo ice cream containers today in preparation for summer :)
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Post by: mab19 on September 04, 2015, 06:36:47 am
I bought these today when out with a girl friend.

The cuddle rug and cuttlery set are a gift for my great niece who will be 1 next week.

The jewellery box is for one of the GDs.  It looks grey but is actually silver and mirrors.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 04, 2015, 09:40:51 am
Super gifts Margaret.Your GN and GD are going to love them.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 04, 2015, 11:02:46 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 04, 2015, 01:59:10 am
Your book sounds interesting CC.

Bedlam I'm going to tell you anyway!  It's called Chokeby Road and it is in Division St Welshpool. I think it's 31.

Oh no I know that area, grew up in Bentley, not good. I wonder if I should tell my daughters, will be dangerous. ( thanks Cookie)

The gifts look beautiful and the cookbook too.  I trecked  out to IKEA today, didn't go crazy but had fun.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 04, 2015, 11:42:03 am
INAID I love my Tovolo container.   Mab lovely purchases. Especially the jewellery box.
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Post by: mab19 on September 05, 2015, 06:15:07 am
This is my bargain for the day.  $2 for the lot. 

The second batch of jam is cooking at the moment.  I'll put some in the freezer to make more jam later on.

Ooops, forgot the photo. :)
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Post by: Bootobethin on September 05, 2015, 07:50:14 am
Wow! What a bargin well done!
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Post by: Katj on September 05, 2015, 08:16:04 am
Lots of beautiful shopping girls.
Cookie, is Chokeby Rd a wholesale place?
My only purchase was yesterday, I felt like absolute crap with this bug I have, but needed to get GS a present for his 5th birthday tomorrow. I managed to find a large quantity of dinosaurs with trees and rocks, some Kinetic Sand, then needed a suitable storage container for the sand, so he can play without scattering it. 3 shops later, I went to Bunnings, found exactly what I needed, only to be told they didn't have any lids left. I was feeling close to throwing up, but I asked why the had no lids left, the young kid just shrugged his shoulders. I got home and slept the rest of the day away.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 05, 2015, 09:37:33 am
What a great bargain Margaret. 8)

What a frustrating day for you Katj.I hope you feel better soon :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2015, 10:05:15 am
Katj I'm sorry you are feeling lousy. I hope you feel better soon.
I saw this book for $15 in KMart today and as I have been keen on buying it for some time I couldn't resist.
DH and I also took delivery of a cute, tiny AVan today. It isn't to replace our big caravan but to use for camping trips instead of the trailer camper which is freezing to sleep in.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2015, 10:07:08 am
Here is the baby van opened up. It took us about 30 seconds to open it up.
As you can see from the inside photo it is VERY tiny inside but perfect for camping.
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Post by: Katj on September 05, 2015, 10:21:00 am
That is so cute Cookie! Not as hard on your vehicle to tow either.
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Post by: judydawn on September 05, 2015, 11:05:05 am
Cosy and romantic Chookie, have fun.

I do hope you will be OK for the party tomorrow Katj and that DS will have a great day.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2015, 12:31:46 pm
Katj the Chokeby Road is more a factory outlet for Lindt Chocolates.
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Post by: djinni373 on September 05, 2015, 02:24:13 pm
Katj hope you are better soon.

Love the Avan Cookie. Those little sweeties are the original Avans. See lots of them in our travels. Very cool.

I have been very bad and spent more that I ought at the Kathmandu sale. Couldn't help myself as many things were one third of their original price. Now have a travel wardrobe  of pants, shirts, jackets and vests 8)

Went to the Lindner sock factory in Crookwell and got lots of fabulous socks.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 05, 2015, 04:39:03 pm
Your AVan is very cute Cookie.You will certainly have fun with it. 8)

Great shopping with a third off the original price Gayle. ;) One can never have enough socks ;D
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Post by: mcmich on September 05, 2015, 07:16:38 pm
Love the Avan Cookie. We see lots of them when travelling too, very popular.
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Post by: Katj on September 06, 2015, 12:04:54 am
I had a good sleep last night and do feel a bit better today, thanks.
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Post by: mab19 on September 06, 2015, 07:15:50 am
I love your cute little A van cookie.  Nice and cosy. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 07, 2015, 05:25:02 am
Thanks for all the comments re the AVan. I think we will only use the big van for longer trips now.

This arrived in my mail box this morning. There are several things in there I will make.
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Post by: judydawn on September 07, 2015, 09:28:16 am
Over the weekend I accidentally came across a Harris Scarfe gift card hidden in my purse which DD2 gave me back on Mothers' Day  so today I spent it on an outfit for the Melbourne FF. 
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Post by: cookie1 on September 07, 2015, 11:21:22 am
What a lovely surprise Judy. You will be extra glamorous. I have a wedding Saturday and would love a new, bright top but I can't find exactly what I want.
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Post by: mcmich on September 07, 2015, 11:36:23 am
The calendar looks really good Cookie. Nice when you stumble upon gift cards and money you forgot you had.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 07, 2015, 12:40:19 pm
Cute Avan Cookie, cosy and warm.
My calendar arrived today too.  I thought I would have a go at the polish vanilla slice for DH's  birthday on the weekend.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 07, 2015, 04:19:44 pm
What a great find Judy. :)

Good luck finding your new top Cookie.Its always hard when you are on a deadline.

I bought my washing machine.Its the Bosch Logicxx 9kg Load,1600 rpm,A+++Energy Rating.Free delivery,my old machine taken away and had £100 discount trade in on my old machine.Delivery on Saturday.I also bought a Dyson Cordless V6 Absolute vacuum cleaner.This also had £100 discount :D
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Post by: obbie on September 07, 2015, 09:50:15 pm
great shopping CC.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 07, 2015, 10:05:49 pm
Wow, love all the shopping. Inspirational.
Bought 2 Italian desk chairs.  Beautiful , chrome and black leather. Judy , wish I had found a voucher to pay for them.  Sorry, can't post photo, don't want to muck Forum up.
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Post by: mab19 on September 07, 2015, 11:12:56 pm
Great shopping everyone.
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2015, 01:18:58 am
That's a long wait for delivery Denise but at least it's in the pipeline.
 
I have a Hoover upright but I need a second vacuum cleaner and was thinking along the lines of something like you've bought. I just haven't been able to get out and look at anything yet.  My old Dyson died just as I was finishing cleaning Mum's unit when she moved into care a few months ago.

You've got a few days to find that special top cookie, good luck.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2015, 01:39:33 am
Chookie the chairs sound gorgeous. CC it looks like you may be either going to the laundromat or hand washing. The deal is great, it always helps if you can have the old one removed.
I have a Dyson upright cleaner which we love. I used a heap of Fly Buys points to get a Black and Decker hand held cleaner. We never earn enough here to fly anywhere.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 08, 2015, 08:15:31 am
Cookie love the Avan.
After the mammoth effort of decluttering, I suggested to Ral we book into a Motel for the duration of the selling of the house. He suggested an Avan after seeing yours.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2015, 09:23:28 am
I could have had it delivered on Friday Judy but DH and I are not around at certain times of that day so I opted for Saturday.
I love the Dyson Cordless.its so light and easy to use.Amazing what I vacuumed up in the carpets yesterday ;D

There are no Laundromats around here Cookie so I will have to do a bit of handwashing :P

The chairs sound very stylist Chookie 8)
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2015, 09:41:17 am
I made the effort and went to Harvey Norman today to buy my vacuum cleaner, a Dyson V6 like yours Denise, may be a different model though - there were quite a few choices in the V6 range.  My SIL has one too and having met up with her at the nursing home this morning, I was all fired up when I left and heading straight off to HN.  Only problem is that when I got it home, there was no hole to put the recharge cord in so after phoning them, I have to make another trip tomorrow.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2015, 12:35:45 pm
That's a nuisance Judy.
Chookie there would be almost no housework in the AVan.  ;D even in our big van housework is done very quickly.

We had our first waffles tonight. I really enjoyed them. I served them with apricots, stewed with a little maple syrup and custard.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 08, 2015, 02:12:20 pm
Such a shame that you have a problem with your new Dyson Judy.Fingers crossed that it's sorted out tomorrow.

Great waffles Cookie 8)
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Post by: judydawn on September 09, 2015, 08:57:26 am
As I expected, the problem was me and not the Dyson LOL.  I'd put it in it's docking station which covered up the hole for the power cord  :-))   The girls at the check-out soon sorted it out for me.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 09, 2015, 09:00:23 am
Good news that it was sorted out Judy. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 11, 2015, 05:26:14 am
Eureka!  I popped over to a small dress shop in Willeton and found heaps of things I could wear to the wedding tomorrow. I bought this and also another lovely top I will bring to Forumfest.

It's a sort of very colourful top with a sheer three quarter length coat thing to wear over it. I'm really pleased as it feels lovely.
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Post by: mcmich on September 11, 2015, 05:47:40 am
That's a gorgeous top Cookie. The sheer overshirt is a nice touch.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 11, 2015, 06:20:38 am
bought DH a spit for his birthday. We'll be having a crowd over on Sunday lunch and it will be the first one we've ever done  :-\
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Post by: mcmich on September 11, 2015, 06:23:30 am
Happy Birthday to your DH CP - You might have to do some googling for tips.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 11, 2015, 06:49:32 am
That sounds great. Will you be doing the suckling pig on it for Sunday?  Happy Birthday to your DH.
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Post by: Katj on September 11, 2015, 07:39:50 am
Lovely top Cookie, was the little shop the one at Southlands?
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Post by: judydawn on September 11, 2015, 08:18:06 am
Glad you found a nice new outfit cookie, you will look very dapper in it.

I love spit cooked meat, it's been years since I've been anywhere there's been a crowd large enough to use one though. Happy birthday to your DH CP.

I'm typing on my new iPad.  Today I went into town to shout myself a new one as my gifted first edition iPad has finally been put to rest.  Already I'm noticing a difference with just the typing being easier and more accurate. Once Katie's DH sets it up on the weekend properly for me I'm sure I'll love it.  I can hear Gert saying 'about time' LOL.

This is another thing I've been able to buy this week due to my recent illness - you can't spend money if you are home sick.  A vacuum cleaner and an iPad - very happy with that.

To my dear forum friend who gifted me my old one, a sincere and grateful thank you xxxxx
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 11, 2015, 08:46:08 am
 Great top Cookie,so pleased you found it in time.

Happy birthday to your DH CP.I look forward to hearing how the spit cooking went ;)

I love my iPad too.I sure you will love the new version Judy :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 11, 2015, 09:40:49 am
Judy you will love your new iPad. I would be utterly lost without mine.

Katj the shop is in High Road Riverton. Next to an Asian Grocer. They ladies are so friendly. They are also honest with their opinions too, which I appreciate. They told me I looked boobalicious in one!  It definitely was very 'chesty'.
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Post by: Katiej on September 11, 2015, 10:40:52 am
Lovely top Cookie.

I hope your DH enjoys his spit CP.

Great shopping Judy, you'll love the new iPad. Richard will enjoy playing with it when he sets it up.
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Post by: *suzanne* on September 11, 2015, 12:02:21 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 11, 2015, 09:40:49 am
Judy you will love your new iPad. I would be utterly lost without mine.

Katj the shop is in High Road Riverton. Next to an Asian Grocer. They ladies are so friendly. They are also honest with their opinions too, which I appreciate. They told me I looked boobalicious in one!  It definitely was very 'chesty'.
Boobalicious   I just laughed so hard cookie too funny, lovely top you decided on.
I bought myself some new workout gear my girlfriend and I have started on a fitness regime 3 weeks in and loving it, it's a program called  bbg ( the bikini body guide ) so far so good   not so much getting into a bikini but 30 minutes  3 days a week and we walk on the other days is doing wonders not just physically but I feel mentally refreshed
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Post by: cookie1 on September 11, 2015, 12:05:13 pm
That's great Suzanne.
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Post by: troupie on September 11, 2015, 04:18:50 pm
I love your new word Cookie; I had to go and buy some new boobalicious covers this morning. Love your new clothes too. Do you have to take everything up like I do; I always feel that I have to chop $10 off the bottoms of everything that I buy so I suppose that is why I try to sew clothes.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 12, 2015, 04:48:56 am
Yes Troupie. I chop up to 6 inches off some trousers. In fact DH has used the ends I cut off jeans to make little bags to put our fishing reels in.  :D :D
I love buying 3/4 trousers as they are then pretty much the right length for me.
I no longer wear dresses, in fact I haven't worn one for over at least 10 years.
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Post by: mab19 on September 12, 2015, 05:33:46 am
I love your new top Cookie and the sheer coat is a nice idea.

I'm another one who has to take her clothes as they are always far too long. :)
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Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2015, 08:33:08 am
I bought a new iPad cover and a screen protector today plus a useful gadget for removing the leaves from rosemary and thyme.  I find thyme in particular is so time consuming to defoliate.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 14, 2015, 08:45:08 am
A natty piece of kitchen equipment Judy. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 14, 2015, 12:18:03 pm
That looks very handy Judy. I have more trouble with rosemary than thyme!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 14, 2015, 02:47:10 pm
I bought DH a lamb spit for his birthday. He's never done one by himself so it was an early start to the day cos we invited about 30 people over and a bit of a learning curve. A lot of fun and everyone enjoyed it.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 16, 2015, 07:35:29 am
I have not been near this thread in a long long time. So happy Judy that you upgraded. About time!

I have ordered the new iPhone 6s plus with 128 GBYT so I am good to go when it arrives.

Also will order the new iPad Pro and have asked the art teacher here is she can teach me to draw on it when I get it. I think the new apps and pencil will be better than buying paint, canvas and easels. I can at least trash the mistakes I make. Anyway it will be a nice present for me when it is released. The art teacher has never used an IPad and I have never picked up a paint brush. I think we will do fine.

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 16, 2015, 09:25:13 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on September 16, 2015, 07:35:29 am
I have not been near this thread in a long long time. So happy Judy that you upgraded. About time!

I have ordered the new iPhone 6s plus with 128 GBYT so I am good to go when it arrives.

Also will order the new iPad Pro and have asked the art teacher here is she can teach me to draw on it when I get it. I think the new apps and pencil will be better than buying paint, canvas and easels. I can at least trash the mistakes I make. Anyway it will be a nice present for me when it is released. The art teacher has never used an IPad and I have never picked up a paint brush. I think we will do fine.

Gert

 ;D I am sure you will enjoy yourself, Gert.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 16, 2015, 09:52:59 am
It all sounds rather exciting Gert.
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Post by: Bedlam on September 17, 2015, 01:45:31 am
Sound brilliant Gert, easy to share works you are proud of too I imagine.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 17, 2015, 04:52:12 pm
DH and I have been invited to his nieces wedding in November.Its a posh do.So yesterday with friends I went out to hunt down an outfit.After many outfits that looked so so this one looked lovely on me.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/e82cdc80afa1a51ae593cf5f72f73fca.jpg)
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 17, 2015, 08:56:13 pm
What a stunning outfit, CC.  I am sure you will look fabulous wearing it on the day.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 17, 2015, 09:10:37 pm
That is lovely. Gorgeous colours

Gert
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Post by: thermilover on September 17, 2015, 10:49:03 pm
Looks really nice CC :)
I was very lucky to find a clearance sale yesterday and guess what, I got woven baskets for just under 3$ each..
Bought almost 8 of them as I think it will be perfect for the hampers I am planning to make!!
Will post a photo later :)
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Post by: mab19 on September 17, 2015, 11:54:05 pm
That's a really lovely outfit CC.

That's a good buy with the baskets Thermilover.  It's nearly time to start thinking of those Christmas hampers again.
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2015, 12:15:26 am
Great outfit Denise, you'll look stunning in it.
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Post by: *suzanne* on September 18, 2015, 05:10:18 am
Beautiful cc
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 18, 2015, 05:23:16 am
CC ... is that a koala bear sitting on the chair in the background?
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2015, 05:36:35 am
CC you will look fantastic. What sort of shoes will you wear with it?
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Post by: Katiej on September 18, 2015, 05:55:39 am
Lovely dress CC, I'm sure you'll look beautiful.
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Post by: Katj on September 18, 2015, 07:17:25 am
CC such a lovely outfit! Hard to see the dress completely, but I live the cut of the jacket, a very flattering style.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 18, 2015, 10:12:46 am
Thanks girls.Good to know you like it too :-*

Quote from: Cuilidh on September 18, 2015, 05:23:16 am
CC ... is that a koala bear sitting on the chair in the background?
It's a huge Teddybear Marina.My younger DB bought it for our DD when she was a few months old.Poor Teddy gets sifted around the house and at the moment he's sitting on the Prayer Chair.Another upholstery project finished years ago and the stool.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/e2cbb92c50d2df3c9526957babccf8d9.jpg)
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad348/Cornish_cream/bc7864410cbaf25fd1ade40df767874a.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2015, 11:38:41 am
Great job Denise, your work is beautiful.  Does Louis gravitate towards teddy?
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2015, 11:40:05 am
Wow, there is some beautiful upholstery work there CC.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 18, 2015, 01:12:49 pm
Thanks girls :-*
Louis loves big teddy Judy.He's fascinated that it was his Mummy's soft toy when she was a little girl.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 19, 2015, 07:02:38 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 18, 2015, 01:12:49 pm
Thanks girls :-*
Louis loves big teddy Judy.He's fascinated that it was his Mummy's soft toy when she was a little girl.

So cute.
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Post by: mcmich on September 19, 2015, 08:25:03 am
Beautiful outfit CC. Love the prayer chair.

Good buy on the baskets TL.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2015, 02:12:50 am
Last week I brought Tenina's 2016 calendar. Yesterday I bought an ebook, Tenina's Top 25 recipes, this morning I bought an ebook and hard cover book, Tenina's Nifty but Thrifty.

I may have a problem here. DD has shown me how to use PayPal and I have set up a specific account to use.
I love all of them.
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Post by: thermilover on September 22, 2015, 02:27:51 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 22, 2015, 02:12:50 am
Last week I brought Tenina's 2016 calendar. Yesterday I bought an ebook, Tenina's Top 25 recipes, this morning I bought an ebook and hard cover book, Tenina's Nifty but Thrifty.

I may have a problem here. DD has shown me how to use PayPal and I have set up a specific account to use.
I love all of them.

Wooww Cookie, that is a lot of Tenina's books ;) I have actually never seen her blog, but this morning
after reading one of your other posts, I was browsing through it and there are so many impressive recipes...
Surely lots to add on my to do list :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2015, 02:29:50 am
Her blog certainly has lots of recipes. They are usually lovely too. I have to admit that I have all her books. The recipes in the Top 25 are from her blog.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on September 22, 2015, 02:51:25 am
I bought nifty but thrifty too today.
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2015, 04:23:40 am
Go cookie!  No stopping you now that DD has set you up to buy, buy, buy  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on September 22, 2015, 07:49:38 am
I think it is good to support the blogs you read and use regularly. I have bought Cooking with Plants new book.
She is an Aussie and I love her recipes. I have been trying to convert to ebooks but I just love the feel of a real book and browsing through it. The kindle isn't quite the same. Some of blog cookbooks I have are so pretty and I use them as decorative pieces around the house.
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Post by: troupie on September 22, 2015, 10:56:23 am
Love the outfit CC and also the chair that big Ted is sitting on.

Cookie I look forward to a review on the Nifty but Thrifty book. My DD also set me up with PayPal as I don't and wont have a credit card.
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Post by: Katj on September 22, 2015, 11:03:11 am
Susan, good girl not having a credit card.
Michelle, I also like a hard copy of a book, I have Ebooks and seem to forget totem easier than a hard copy.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 22, 2015, 11:18:41 am
Quote from: mcmich on September 22, 2015, 07:49:38 am
I think it is good to support the blogs you read and use regularly. I have bought Cooking with Plants new book.
She is an Aussie and I love her recipes. I have been trying to convert to ebooks but I just love the feel of a real book and browsing through it. The kindle isn't quite the same. Some of blog cookbooks I have are so pretty and I use them as decorative pieces around the house.
Have you read PlantPlate Mich?
http://www.plantplate.com/ She too is an Aussie (her mother is a friend of mine) and has just released an ebook on plant based eating for $5 per day. It looks like a great book too.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2015, 12:36:47 pm
Quote from: troupie on September 22, 2015, 10:56:23 am
Love the outfit CC and also the chair that big Ted is sitting on.

Cookie I look forward to a review on the Nifty but Thrifty book. My DD also set me up with PayPal as I don't and wont have a credit card.


I have a credit card Troupie but don't use it unless it is really necessary. I have it mainly for travelling in case we break down or need to fly home all of a sudden.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 22, 2015, 01:33:09 pm
I bought Nifty too last night, and the calendar last week. Hopefully I should be right until I go to Melbourne and buy Alyce's new book.
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Post by: mcmich on September 23, 2015, 07:15:20 am
Quote from: Jamberie on September 22, 2015, 11:18:41 am
Have you read PlantPlate Mich?
http://www.plantplate.com/ She too is an Aussie (her mother is a friend of mine) and has just released an ebook on plant based eating for $5 per day. It looks like a great book too.

No I haven't Jamberie, off to check out the site. Thankyou for the link.
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Post by: mcmich on September 23, 2015, 08:25:15 am
Some lovely recipes on that site Jamberie, thankyou again for the link.
Does anyone know where to buy liquid smoke from? I have never cooked with it before.
I looked at buying the book and was a bit disappointed that an Australian would base the $5 a day on US supermarket prices - may still buy it. Even at US prices it would be economical.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 23, 2015, 08:31:29 pm
I am not sure about sources where you live, Mich, but I got some liquid smoke from one of the stands at Victoria Market in Melbourne ... if you are stuck I can get some for you and send it up.  Let me know.
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Post by: mcmich on September 24, 2015, 04:52:57 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on September 23, 2015, 08:31:29 pm
I am not sure about sources where you live, Mich, but I got some liquid smoke from one of the stands at Victoria Market in Melbourne ... if you are stuck I can get some for you and send it up.  Let me know.

That's very kind of you Cuilidh. I will try the farmers markets on Sunday and The Essential Ingredient and hopefully one of those will have it.
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Post by: djinni373 on September 24, 2015, 05:23:45 am
Hi Michele would that be in a bottle and have flavours like hickory? Not certain but I think I saw some at the place in the picture on this link. Not too far from you I think. We went there recently and one of the guys in the group was a chef and he bought a bottle. http://www.trublutravelling.com.au/#!/explore/nsw/hunter/lovedale
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Post by: mcmich on September 24, 2015, 08:51:15 am
Thanks Gayle. Was just in The Valley yesterday. Will check it out.
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Post by: Katj on September 24, 2015, 08:56:48 am
Thanks Jamberie for the link to PlantPlate. Some lovely recipes!
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Post by: Jamberie on September 24, 2015, 09:27:34 am
Quote from: Katj on September 24, 2015, 08:56:48 am
Thanks Jamberie for the link to PlantPlate. Some lovely recipes!
No worries :) I've only heard good things about her recipes so am only too happy to share :)
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Post by: Bonsai on September 24, 2015, 12:25:55 pm
You can buy it in Perth at Kakulas Sisters and no doubt other foodie shops. The bottle I have is branded Tone's Liquid Smoke. Handy stuff and lasts a long time.
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Post by: mcmich on September 24, 2015, 12:52:02 pm
Quote from: Bonsai on September 24, 2015, 12:25:55 pm
You can buy it in Perth at Kakulas Sisters and no doubt other foodie shops. The bottle I have is branded Tone's Liquid Smoke. Handy stuff and lasts a long time.

Thanks Bonsai, looks like I have a few avenues to follow up.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 25, 2015, 06:15:57 am
Bought a bread knife online last  night from the Oz TM website. Looks pretty nifty. I usually cut pretty straight, but hopefully it will help others in the family to follow suit  ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 25, 2015, 09:42:08 am
What' sit like CP?
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Post by: Jamberie on September 25, 2015, 03:46:03 pm
I bought a thingy that makes zoodles (noodles from zucchini and other vegetables). $15 from kmart and does the job well (I've seen similar for at least double the price! )
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Post by: obbie on September 25, 2015, 10:43:10 pm
http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-yungaburra-117926035 
bought a house, settles next week.
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Post by: mab19 on September 26, 2015, 05:38:48 am
That's nice Obbie, I think that tops the shopping this week.  Is this for yourselves or as an investment?
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Post by: cookie1 on September 26, 2015, 10:11:37 am
What are you plans for the house Robyn?
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Post by: mcmich on September 26, 2015, 11:23:38 am
Quote from: obbie on September 25, 2015, 10:43:10 pm
http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-yungaburra-117926035 
bought a house, settles next week.

Oooo, is it for you to move into or an investment?
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Post by: obbie on September 27, 2015, 12:13:45 am
no, we can't ever move from here.  We are less than 5 minutes from the lake. Our house is also super huge.

Investment for us, now to find tenants, should be easy, it is close to the lake, and school. ect.
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Post by: mcmich on September 27, 2015, 08:33:34 am
Quote from: CreamPuff63 on September 25, 2015, 06:15:57 am
Bought a bread knife online last  night from the Oz TM website. Looks pretty nifty. I usually cut pretty straight, but hopefully it will help others in the family to follow suit  ;)

Will be interested to know what you think of it. DH and I saw it at the varoma demo today and I can't cut bread straight at all - was tempted to get it but want to know how it performs first.
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Post by: troupie on October 02, 2015, 01:32:55 pm
Went to the City on Wednesday with GD (to have a train ride) and spent my Boffins voucher won at Sewing Guild. I bought Margaret and Me (Margaret Fulton). Haven't had much of a look yet but should be interesting.
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Post by: jeninwa on October 03, 2015, 03:20:01 am
I went into the city on the train on Wednesday too troupie to the Apple Store to pick up my new iPhone 6s plus. Loving it, it's so much bigger than my old phone.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 03, 2015, 04:05:34 am
Quote from: jeninwa on October 03, 2015, 03:20:01 am
I went into the city on the train on Wednesday too troupie to the Apple Store to pick up my new iPhone 6s plus. Loving it, it's so much bigger than my old phone.

I confess I too bought the new iPhone 6s plus 128gb and an Apple Watch to match! Already loving the features on the watch.

I am hoping the bigger phone will let me not travel with my iPd and kindle as well.  Hard to tear me away from my mini but I am gunna try. LOL!

Gert

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Post by: Katj on October 03, 2015, 05:16:14 am
The only thing I've bought is Peppa Pig undies for my partly potty trained GD. She is so excited!
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Post by: jeninwa on October 03, 2015, 05:57:19 am
This is the painting I bought in noumena trying out the camera on my new phone(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/bb033b2982f0d6bc853f54f566335ac0.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2015, 06:55:43 am
Great painting Jen. The phone takes an excellent photo.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 03, 2015, 08:10:29 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 25, 2015, 09:42:08 am
What' sit like CP?
The first slices were on a loaf that was a couple of days old (used for toast) and it was very good. The second loaf was used on a fresh loaf of mine and it was only ok. I don't know whether it was my cutting style or a part of the loaf that was at fault but it tended to tear in the same part of the loaf as I was slicing. Also it doesn't seem to cut right down to the bread board because the slice guard prevents the knife from doing so and you have to change the angle to do so. Having noticed that DS has brought the old bread knife out from retirement, all I can say is "great idea, but don't rush out and buy one".
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Post by: mcmich on October 03, 2015, 09:25:01 am
Thanks for the review CP. Looks like crookidy bread slices for us.  :-))
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 03, 2015, 09:32:27 am
Quote from: mcmich on October 03, 2015, 09:25:01 am
Thanks for the review CP. Looks like crookidy bread slices for us.  :-))
Love that word crookidy, Michelle.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 03, 2015, 12:10:02 pm
It is a lovely word. DH usually cuts ours and then we freeze it. I usually find there is crooked bread if two different people cut it. Maybe it is because I am left handed and DH is right handed.
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2015, 12:23:52 pm
Does one balance out the other's crookedness cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 03, 2015, 01:46:21 pm
No Judy, we seem to creat havoc on the bread. It really messes it up. That's why we find it best for only one of us to do it. He uses an electric knife.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 03, 2015, 10:50:42 pm
I always feel bad, but it doesn't leave me feeling too guilty when I leave DH to slice the bread because he has a stronger wrist / arm than I do!  I am getting our bread knife sharpened next week so maybe I will be able to use it again because it is so blunt at the moment.
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Post by: troupie on October 04, 2015, 09:43:05 am
Jen your painting looks almost real as if you could reach out and touch it.

I am the crookedest bread cutter here and DH has to fix up my mess. I have a bread slicer but am scared for my fingers.
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Post by: Wonder on October 04, 2015, 10:02:17 am
Gert can't wait to hear your review of the Apple watch, I keep looking at them but not convinced just yet.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 04, 2015, 11:55:05 am
Beautiful picture and great photo with the phone Jeninwa.
Gert you will have to show us your watch and phone. It all sounds exciting. I think  CP has an Apple watch.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2015, 09:39:12 am
This  isn't really shopping, but almost. In Woolworths this week if you bought 3 x 1 kg of sugar you received a free book. Be careful though, they tried to charge me $25 for the book at first.
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Post by: judydawn on October 18, 2015, 09:46:08 am
Don't we love free books cookie, the sugar won't go off so a good deal there.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 18, 2015, 10:05:33 am
It would take me more than 3 years to use 3 kilos of sugar cookie!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2015, 12:16:41 pm
It will take me several months Gert. I do a lot of baking but always reduce the sugar and that is only place we use sugar.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2015, 07:00:12 am
Goodies from the chocolate outing this afternoon.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 23, 2015, 07:23:18 am
They all look scrumptious Cookie ;)
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Post by: Kimmyh on October 23, 2015, 10:39:35 am
Oh yum
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Post by: judydawn on October 23, 2015, 02:17:22 pm
I haven't had time to even look at what I bought!
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Post by: thermilover on October 25, 2015, 08:55:50 pm
They look yummmm Cookie :)
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Post by: trudy on October 28, 2015, 12:26:12 am
While at FF in Melbourne I mentioned to a couple of the ladies that I had brought a new frypan.  Actually it's a saute frying pan as I find that this is far more useful to me!  They wanted to know the brand ect so here it is:-
It's a StoneDine 32cm pan.  It's PTFE & PFOA free
I had no intension of buying a new pan as the scanpan one I have is fine but it was reduced from $300 down to $60 in Harris Scarf.  I just couldn't go past it and it works very well.  You don't have to use oil unless it's something that you have floured which then I think a little would be needed.  Nothing seems to stick which is great!
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 28, 2015, 12:31:14 am
Good buy, Trudy.  Well done.
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2015, 02:28:18 am
H.S. have great bargains in homeware, great pick up Trudy.  I didn't know they were in Melbourne until we passed a shop yesterday.
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Post by: Katj on October 28, 2015, 06:41:33 am
Harris Scarfe were in Perth many years ago, but unfortunately closed.
Every time I visit Melbourne I go there with DIL, she has a store close to home. They often have good bargains in Manchester too!
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Post by: Bedlam on October 30, 2015, 06:54:26 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 23, 2015, 07:00:12 am
Goodies from the chocolate outing this afternoon.

What a terrific chocolate tour it was, ending with a treat , coffee and as always great conversation.
Thanks Cookie and DD
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Post by: Bedlam on October 30, 2015, 06:54:54 am
Quote from: trudy on October 28, 2015, 12:26:12 am
While at FF in Melbourne I mentioned to a couple of the ladies that I had brought a new frypan.  Actually it's a saute frying pan as I find that this is far more useful to me!  They wanted to know the brand ect so here it is:-
It's a StoneDine 32cm pan.  It's PTFE & PFOA free
I had no intension of buying a new pan as the scanpan one I have is fine but it was reduced from $300 down to $60 in Harris Scarf.  I just couldn't go past it and it works very well.  You don't have to use oil unless it's something that you have floured which then I think a little would be needed.  Nothing seems to stick which is great!
Thanks Trudy
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Post by: achookwoman on November 02, 2015, 12:01:36 am
While in Melbourne, went a bit wild with the shopping. Will try and post some photos.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2015, 12:07:04 am
I love it, it's so cute.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 02, 2015, 12:12:13 am
Bought the book ends for Ral.  He likes bull dogs.  This is a French Bull Dog. Bought it ar Blur Illusion which is a dress shop. Also bought a nice cardi.

Bought this for 1/2 price. LoveGeorg Jensen stuff.
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2015, 12:26:44 am
I didn't realise you enjoyed shopping so much Chookie, you shopped till you dropped whenever you got the chance.  We found Ral a couple of times wandering around on his own whilst you were busy at it  ;D
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Post by: Katj on November 02, 2015, 01:14:19 am
Nice purchases Chookie. Lucky you had a car to haul  all your stuff home.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 02, 2015, 01:20:26 am
Judy, Ral gives me a DJ voucher each Birthday.  I am very mean when I spend it.  But if I see something I like, I get it.
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2015, 01:24:41 am
I like to spread my vouchers out as far as I can too Chookie and head for the sales.
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Post by: obbie on November 02, 2015, 06:45:36 am
just bought lots of clothes... :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 02, 2015, 08:41:24 am
Great buys Chookie 8)
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Post by: jo_nz on November 10, 2015, 02:01:43 am
We have recently fitted an instant hot water tap over our sink - one more appliance off the bench, the jug can move to the caravan!
It makes a good cuppa tea
http://www.insinkerator.co.nz/store/instant-hot-water-taps/gn1100/ (http://www.insinkerator.co.nz/store/instant-hot-water-taps/gn1100/)
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Post by: judydawn on November 10, 2015, 02:22:00 am
I've not seen that type before Jo.  You sound very happy with it.  It looks like a Puratap water filter not a boiling water outlet.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2015, 05:31:57 am
I've heard they are good.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 10, 2015, 08:27:31 am
I had one of these at work and they at great jo.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 10, 2015, 08:32:36 am
Quote from: jo_nz on November 10, 2015, 02:01:43 am
We have recently fitted an instant hot water tap over our sink - one more appliance off the bench, the jug can move to the caravan!
It makes a good cuppa tea
http://www.insinkerator.co.nz/store/instant-hot-water-taps/gn1100/ (http://www.insinkerator.co.nz/store/instant-hot-water-taps/gn1100/)
We are thinking of having a similar system fitted in our kitchen Jo.We probably go with a "Combi" system, boiling water and hot water,as my hot water supply to my kitchen tap is dreadful :-)) ( I joke that it travels from Egypt)
http://www.quooker.co.uk/enuk#4FrjSuis0HkRcmFf.97
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Post by: gertbysea on November 10, 2015, 09:30:07 am
I had a boiling water tap at my kitchen sink in my house and since moving it is one of two things I really miss. The other being my huge bathtub. I did put a timer on the boiling water tap so I was not paying for it to be heated overnight. It came on at 0600 and off at 2000. Over a year a big saving in electricity.

Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 10, 2015, 06:56:00 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on November 10, 2015, 09:30:07 am
I did put a timer on the boiling water tap so I was not paying for it to be heated overnight. It came on at 0600 and off at 2000. Over a year a big saving in electricity.

Gert

Good thinking, Gert, every little bit makes a difference.
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Post by: jo_nz on November 10, 2015, 11:29:22 pm
Very good point, Gert - will see what impact it has on our power bill.

we just went for the basic single tap, as we have good hot and cold water pressure, and also our cold water is lovely - we don't need the filter type ones.
Luckily DH could do the installation - all the little plumbing bits added up anyway though. The biggest extra for us was having to get the concrete cutter guy round to cut a hole in our beautiful granite bench! (That was pretty nerve-wracking...and loud)

DS loves it too and now makes a pretty good tea or coffee - his first cup of tea though...he thought tea leaves were like instant coffee - add and stir. Was a bit of a nasty surprise for DH when he took his first mouthful! lol
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Post by: Bedlam on November 10, 2015, 11:52:20 pm
That looks fantastic Jo, I haven't seen them like that before either.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 11, 2015, 01:56:33 am
My birthday present arrived today. Lovely and thank you all very much.

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Post by: achookwoman on November 11, 2015, 03:00:48 am
Good Gert, hope you enjoy it.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2015, 11:30:54 am
That's lovely Gert. Was there a gold ticket in it?  I'm waiting for mine still it must come soon.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 11, 2015, 12:53:51 pm
More than a book Gert, memories of another FF.

Ps just edited and I hadn't had a drink!
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Post by: gertbysea on November 11, 2015, 09:11:14 pm
That is so true. A keeper. Sadly no gold ticket. I would say they were reserved for best customers!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2015, 01:19:28 am
Yeah! Mine has arrived too. Sadly no gold ticket though.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2015, 01:20:18 am
You obviously have to read mine standing on your head!
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Post by: Bedlam on November 12, 2015, 06:12:21 am
Mine arrived today too, no gold ticket here either.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2015, 06:49:17 am
I have enough reading for the next couple of days now.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 12, 2015, 08:56:37 am
 Mine arrived today to cookie :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 12, 2015, 11:00:35 am
Time to get cooking Jeninwa. I'm tickled pink as I got a thank you for my Brandy Butter recipe. The real me, not a pseudonym.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2015, 11:28:40 am
DD was putting in an order to Book Depository the other day. I have to admit that I did add a couple or more books to her order. I can't wait for them to come.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 18, 2015, 07:25:54 pm
Was at a book presentation at Books for Cooks by Hana from Moroccan Soup Bar here in Melbourne and, well, I just HAD to buy her book.  She is an amazing, interesting lady and I am looking forward to going through her book which contains stories as well as recipes.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 18, 2015, 11:38:12 pm
Got home last night and my book had arrived whilst I was away -- woohoo its fantastic -- boohoo no gold ticket!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 01:41:01 am
Great for the book, but sad for the missing gold ticket. I want to make things from my new books but time seems to be going elsewhere.
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Post by: mcmich on November 19, 2015, 08:29:15 am
I'm obviously missing out on the book?
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Post by: Aussie Brenda on November 19, 2015, 08:34:58 am
Are there any Gold tickets , I really thought at least one person from the group would have got one.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 09:29:54 am
The book is Alyce Alexandra's latest Mich. AB not one of us seems to have a golden ticket. Very disappointing. I guess there was a lot of others pre ordered as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 09:37:07 am
I saw this at the newsagent today. I figured as it was new I would buy the first one and see how it was.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 19, 2015, 09:39:54 am
I did the same Cookie :)
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Post by: troupie on November 19, 2015, 10:05:20 am
I asked at our News Agent yesterday and he said he would look into it but hadn't heard of it.

I bought two new pillows with the bamboo covers yesterday and they were nice to sleep on.
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Post by: spersephone on November 19, 2015, 12:08:56 pm
I saw some of them at our local shopping centre today (bamboo pillows).
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Post by: Katj on November 19, 2015, 12:24:09 pm
I also bought the new T mix + magazine. I haven't had time at all today to read it properly, at first glance, I didn't think it was worth the $20. I will reserve my judgement till I've given it a thorough read, probably over the weekend.
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Post by: obbie on November 19, 2015, 10:17:03 pm
I will check that book a=out today too.

Ordered my new car yesterday :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 19, 2015, 11:15:20 pm
Troupie, I have a couple of he bamboo pillows too, I found them too 'full' - and also hard to get pillow slips to fit!  I rotate mine about once a month with a different type of pillow.  Hope you enjoy yours.
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 20, 2015, 03:08:01 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 09:37:07 am
I saw this at the newsagent today. I figured as it was new I would buy the first one and see how it was.
Yes, I will see what its like as well. I've cancelled the 4 Blades as I never made one thing from them. I can go back on them tho in the future if need be. Gone are the days when there was nothing to buy relating to Thermie  ;D
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Post by: jeninwa on November 20, 2015, 03:24:35 am
I aIso bought the new Tmix magazine while out shopping today, haven't had time to have a proper look yet. I also unsubscribed from the 4 blades mag after a few months. I'm waiting for the postman to deliver the new skinnymixers new cookbook A Little taste as Asia.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2015, 05:44:20 am
That's interesting that you both unsubscribed from the 4 Blades as I did a few months ago too. I only made 2 things from the magazines and both I had been asked to test.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 20, 2015, 07:54:45 am
I was going to unsubscribe too, but I've  already paid for the next issue, once it arrives  I will unsubscribe too. I think the authors are lovely and the recipes I've tried are good but I'm  just not using it, I wish it was available in hard copy.
I've read through my TMX+ and I'm  not sure what I think of it. There are a couple of interesting recipes to try, but many of the methods are a bit longer than I think they need to be. But proof will be in the tasting!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on November 20, 2015, 08:04:00 am
Quote from: jeninwa on November 20, 2015, 03:24:35 am
I'm waiting for the postman to deliver the new skinnymixers new cookbook A Little taste as Asia.

SNAP!  Got the Asia & India today in the mail after seeing it on Facebook. I think I had better throw my computer in the bin as it causes me to spend so much money  :-\

$20 for the TMix book is very expensive, but I suppose there will only be 4 throughout the year and it doesn't feel like a cheap publication. It has some very interesting articles relating to food in general, and in particular because it is TM related there is a lot of relevance to this style of cooking. There is quite a bit of reading there, so its not a 5 min throwaway trashy magazine (which cost about $5 ea)
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Post by: jeninwa on November 20, 2015, 08:16:52 am
Happy that my book arrive just as I was going back to work. What are you going to make first out of the skinnymixers books CP.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 20, 2015, 09:31:23 am
Mine arrived today too. I like the look of the pork belly.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 20, 2015, 09:34:20 am
My book arrived today too :) we had the Laska and it was devine!! Green curry is next for me :)
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Post by: troupie on November 20, 2015, 09:50:54 am
Marina I think I like the pillows; there were 3 different sizes so I got queen size. The lady said you don't use a pillowslip with them but I don't think I could handle that.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2015, 11:28:15 am
Quote from: troupie on November 20, 2015, 09:50:54 am
Marina I think I like the pillows; there were 3 different sizes so I got queen size. The lady said you don't use a pillowslip with them but I don't think I could handle that.

Me either troupie. I like my frilly pillowslips.
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Post by: mcmich on November 20, 2015, 08:35:21 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 09:37:07 am
I saw this at the newsagent today. I figured as it was new I would buy the first one and see how it was.

Must be more popular in WA than Lake Macquarie. Asked at our newsagent and doesn't seem to be enough call for it.
I've swapped consultants that I purchase my card making supplies from the Central Coast to one a few streets away. Met her for the first time last week and what was on her kitchen bench? TMX5.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 20, 2015, 09:48:26 pm
That must have been a lovely surprise seeing a TMX5 on her bench Michele. :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 20, 2015, 10:04:21 pm
How to become instant friends Michele!
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Post by: mcmich on November 21, 2015, 02:28:48 am
Quote from: judydawn on November 20, 2015, 10:04:21 pm
How to become instant friends Michele!

Absolutely and the TMX has got her cooking. Apparently didn't cook anything but meat and three veg for dinner before TMX. I told her all about this friendly forum too.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on November 21, 2015, 03:15:34 am
Quote from: cookie1 on November 19, 2015, 09:37:07 am
I saw this at the newsagent today. I figured as it was new I would buy the first one and see how it was.

I went to the website and there are recipes available there. Don't know if they are the same as the magazine but enough to keep me happy.  :D
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Post by: obbie on November 21, 2015, 06:54:54 am
I bought the tmix mag today
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Post by: kyton on November 21, 2015, 09:15:17 am
I bought it on Thursday as my subscription hasn't yet arrived. I quite like it so far.
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on November 21, 2015, 07:30:30 pm
Yesterday I bought some Lego watches, some pjs and a star wars shirt for Christmas for the kids.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 23, 2015, 07:56:02 pm
Have just checked out the Tmix+ magazine , on line.  First I was put off by the discussion and recipe for eggplant dip but I delved a bit deeper and discovered the fudge recipe.  But don't we already have  a good recipe for fudge? But then I saw the discussion for adding Muscat to raspberry jam. This sounds good.
I checked out who was behind the magazine, Slattery, this is good.
I checked out what they intended to do , adapt classic recipes from famous cooks. Good , but I already do this and select the recipes I choose.
I need to look at a hard copy to see the quality but a WW book costs about the same. 
This is just my opinion but the  magazine overall sounds good.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 23, 2015, 09:09:05 pm
Thanks for your honest review of the new Tmix+ magazine Chookie :-*
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Post by: astarra on November 23, 2015, 10:08:18 pm
I got this for dh - what he asked for for his birthday!!!
http://www.delonghi.com/en-au/products/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/deep-fryers/rotofry-f28311-0125304707 (http://www.delonghi.com/en-au/products/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/deep-fryers/rotofry-f28311-0125304707)

And guess who hasn't even used it - him!!
Guess who's loving it - me!!!!  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on November 23, 2015, 10:33:38 pm
It looks interesting astarra.
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Post by: obbie on November 24, 2015, 12:38:52 am
I bought the tmix book, i like it, will make the fudge this weekend.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 24, 2015, 08:24:07 am
I'm unsure about the TMix+ magazine. I will try a couple of things from it today.

When out today a friend showed me her 'little pet.' Its sort of like a robo vacuum, but is only round $50. It whisks around and picks up fluff and dirt on a piece of 'material'. I don't know what it is called but I am going to try and get one as our birds drop feathers and this would pick them up so well.
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Post by: Katj on November 24, 2015, 10:47:34 am
Cookie that would be perfect for the birds feathers and bits of seed.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 24, 2015, 08:56:15 pm
Was given a can of Coconut oil spray.  Will be interested to see how it works.
Cookie, that sounds interesting.
Tried to see the Tmix+ magazine yesterday but the local news agency didn't have any.
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Post by: troupie on November 25, 2015, 05:57:22 am
Hope you like the coconut oil spray Chookie; I bought a can but couldn't handle the smell when I used it so gave it away.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 26, 2015, 12:02:55 am
A delivery from Book Depository yesterday. I can't help myself.
From the quick peek I had yesterday I will be happy.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 26, 2015, 12:11:00 am
Quote from: troupie on November 25, 2015, 05:57:22 am
Hope you like the coconut oil spray Chookie; I bought a can but couldn't handle the smell when I used it so gave it away.
This is the one I used. No taste or smell. I cooked an egg and tomato in non stick pan with a very light spray.
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Post by: troupie on November 26, 2015, 03:42:03 am
Glad it was not the same as mine; would have to look in supermarket to remember the brand.
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Post by: Katj on November 26, 2015, 08:06:00 am
The book looks nice Cookie, you must have quite a nice little pile for when you put your feet up next.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 26, 2015, 11:48:57 am
I certainly do Katj. I received 3 more today. I will show them tomorrow.
The latest delivery from Book Depository.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 27, 2015, 11:21:58 am
You've certainly been busy cookie. I think GBBO is back on Gem next week. Hoping it's a new series and not repeats.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 27, 2015, 11:34:23 am
I agree Kimmy. I really enjoy it.
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Post by: jeninwa on November 27, 2015, 11:41:46 pm
I really enjoyed it too. Hoping it's not repeat.

I can see lots of baking happening with all these new books cookie.
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Post by: courton on November 28, 2015, 12:03:02 pm
Well the Black Friday specials has hit home! Bought 3 beautiful towels and a gorgeous top from UK Debenhams - all on special (free shipping to Aust if you spend over 50 pounds) and Robins Kitchen had an extra 25% off even on its sale items - so scoured a Peugeot pepper grinder. Too afraid to check out the American shops in case my credit card gets a battering!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 29, 2015, 01:22:21 am
I couldn't figure out this Black Friday stuff until DD explained to me that it had nothing to do with Friday 13th. Silly me, I thought it did. I even noticed in the Perth CBD yesterday they had a few Black Friday specials.
I wonder why it is called Black Friday. I think I need to check with Mr Google.
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2015, 05:47:37 am
Nice books Cookie.  8)

2 rolls of turf to replace the lawn where a couple of trees came down in the April storms. Potted colour to put in the wheel barrow. The barrow looks very pretty.
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Post by: MEP on November 30, 2015, 11:54:44 am
Black Friday - I think the term originated from the USA. It refers to the day after Thanksgiving (a Friday) where retailers will be in the " black" for the first time in the year. Lots of sales/deals on between Thanksgiving and Christmas here. It's a very competitive retail environment here in the US.
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Post by: jo_nz on November 30, 2015, 07:58:36 pm
Interesting! I wonder why the Black Friday sales seem to have suddenly taken off. I've never noticed them before, but this year they are everywhere here. And it's not like we have anything around about thanksgiving so it seems pretty strange to just adopt the sales part of the holiday.

I have done a little Xmas shopping - mostly kids clothes, but a few little other bits. Chutney and a serving board for BIL, water-based nail polish for niece (washes off - love it for the little kids), and a few other random stocking stuffers.
Just about to go browse tmx cookbook reviews now - mum and sis have just purchased machines, so think they might like some extra recipes....I won't mention which ones I am looking at since I have told them to get over here and start enjoying the forum! ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2015, 12:45:11 am
Jo that is wonderful that family members have thermomixes. I have 2 friends who have them but sadly one hardly uses it and the other used it madly for several years but has stopped recently.
It may be for the best as we would only talk thermomix otherwise.
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Post by: courton on December 01, 2015, 12:54:24 am
Three of my friends have bought it and it is the same story. Interesting isn't it.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2015, 02:44:00 am
When I heard about Mox shoes ( thanks Katie) I decided they would be great for the summer at home and perfect for the showers when camping. My liquorice pair arrived this morning. I love them.

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Post by: jeninwa on December 01, 2015, 04:50:32 am
I've been thinking about getting  a pair of these for ages just not sure on the size. Did you go up a size cookie?
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Post by: Katiej on December 01, 2015, 05:16:11 am
I love my Mox!  I have 3 pairs (black, blue and purple).   I catch the train to work and then walk 25 minutes to my office. I wear my Mox and change to other shoes once at work.  They don't hurt my feet and I've never had a blister.  They are really comfy.

Jen I normally take size 9 and I have wide feet, I didn't go up a size I went with size 41 (which is size 9 according to their sizing chart) and they fit perfectly.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 01, 2015, 06:18:01 am
Thanks Katie, no excuse now not to order. Loll
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2015, 06:56:56 am
Jeninwa if you go to their site they tell you about size. I usually take a 7 or 37/38. I measured my foot and sent for a 39. They are great. It feels different to walk in, but not unpleasant.
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Post by: Jamberie on December 02, 2015, 10:01:39 am
I love my mox too. I wore them to work when I was pregnant. I think I might need some more :)
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Post by: Bedlam on December 02, 2015, 10:37:54 am
Skinnymixer had a special discount code, not sure if it still available, on mox, worth a scout.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 02, 2015, 11:05:12 am
Quite a few people on Skinnymixer seem to have them.
Jamberie I remember you posting a picture of them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 02, 2015, 06:45:37 pm
Those Mox shoes look interesting.  If anyone finds the discount code on Skinnymixers' blog I would be interested!

Got DH's Xmas present(s) today - DVDs of I, Claudius, Wolf Hall and the Sopranos' complete series.  Goodness knows when he will get a chance to watch them, but he loved I, Claudius when it first came out so many years ago and the other two he has often spoken of longlingly so I hope he likes them all.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 03, 2015, 05:16:44 am
I remember I Claudius.

I have no idea what to get my DH.
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Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2015, 06:07:24 am
Me either!
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Post by: achookwoman on December 03, 2015, 06:35:36 am
Same here.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 03, 2015, 07:20:12 am
And me and DH has a birthday before Christmas too  :-\
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Post by: mcmich on December 03, 2015, 08:55:35 am
Don and I aren't exchanging gifts this year. Actually I'm not buying gifts for any of my family. We all have so much.
SS on the forum is all that I'm doing in the gift giving department this year.
I'm not going to participate in the work SS this year either.
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Post by: spersephone on December 03, 2015, 09:33:11 am
My husband and I never really exchange gifts, I generally buy what I want, or tell him, so there's no surprise. We only tend to get something for our birthdays, or we might buy something at Christmas and call it a gift to ourselves.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 03, 2015, 09:39:58 am
All my  gift giving is going to the Palliative Care unit here in Cairns. I have been trying for weeks to corner the social worker when she is there but the business of dying never stops. I will try again this Monday.  You are so right Michele.we all have more than our needs. I am so happy to just receive my SS. Perfect.

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on December 03, 2015, 10:25:35 am
I'm getting my DH a welder for Christmas :) it's a double gift because I'm sure I'll like what he makes/fixes with it 😁
I gave him a new Makita cordless drill for his birthday and I've been very happy with it 😁😁
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Post by: jeninwa on December 03, 2015, 10:25:48 am
Cuilidh the discount code expired ages ago I'll let you know if I see another one.
I also have no idea what to get my DH for Xmas or his birthday next week. He will probably want something for the yacht. It DS birthday today and he asked for a pestle and mortar better go and wrap it before he arrived.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 03, 2015, 11:32:56 am
I like to give DH something to open Christmas morning. It's usually only a small thing as we buy what we want too. We have our wedding anniversary just after Christmas but we don't exchange gifts for that.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 04, 2015, 07:26:22 am
Here is my little 'green machine'. I haven't taken a photo of him, only the box. He is busy on the floor sweeping up the dust etc. ( I thought my floor was clean until he started)
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Post by: judydawn on December 04, 2015, 10:39:03 am
Looks interesting cookie, you can sit down and have a coffee whilst it works.
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Post by: troupie on December 04, 2015, 10:53:20 am
I had a win today when at the shops; Noni B were having 50% off all clothing so I bought 4 tops for summer.
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Post by: judydawn on December 04, 2015, 11:10:29 am
What a bargain troupie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 04, 2015, 04:08:48 pm
I like your new little helper Cookie. :)

You certainly got a bargain troupie. ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on December 04, 2015, 10:22:44 pm
What is that thing cookie? Do I need one?

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on December 05, 2015, 10:22:48 am
Nice shopping Troupie.

Cookie, I could do with one of those here. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 05, 2015, 10:55:42 am
Gert it wizzes round on the tiles and picks up dust, hair and especially for us budgie feathers. It doesn't prevent you having to sweep but picks up the bits you miss.
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Post by: gertbysea on December 05, 2015, 08:32:20 pm
What is is called cookie? Can't see the name on the box. Is is electric?

Gert
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Post by: Katj on December 05, 2015, 10:11:48 pm
Well done Troupie, not often Noni B have a good sale. You hit the jackpot I'd say.
Cookie, that green machine looks great, anything to save your time and back has to be good.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2015, 01:08:59 am
Gert you charge up the inner ball.
http://www.sabco.com.au/images/pdf_catalogue/2014RoboSweep_Web.pdf

I love it. However I did read somewhere that it is out of production and you can't buy refills. I won't be impressed if this is the case.

Even our birds watch it fascinated.
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Post by: Katiej on December 06, 2015, 05:58:59 am
Not exactly shopping, as I didn't buy it - but my copy of UK book The British Isles on a Plate arrived on Friday. Richard ordered it when he was in the UK and had it sent to his friends, who posted it to him. Technically it's part of my Xmas present, but I'm allowed to have it now.

It's a great book, I like how it's actually has a hard cover unlike the soft cover type books Australia HO have been producing lately.  So many great recipes I'd love to cook and eat. Looking forward to making something from it when it's not so hot here in Adelaide.

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Post by: Cuilidh on December 06, 2015, 06:55:51 am
Nice gift, Katie, I'm sure you will put it to good use.  I see CC has been busy posting quite a few reviews from that book as well.  There may be a rush of orders from Aussies with UK connections after we start reading your reviews!
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Post by: judydawn on December 06, 2015, 07:45:37 am
I also look forward to more reviews from this book from Aussies who have it.  Denise has done a great job.  Perhaps if everyone contacts our HO in Perth they might get it in, worth a try.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 06, 2015, 08:01:37 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 06, 2015, 01:08:59 am
Gert you charge up the inner ball.
http://www.sabco.com.au/images/pdf_catalogue/2014RoboSweep_Web.pdf

I love it. However I did read somewhere that it is out of production and you can't buy refills. I won't be impressed if this is the case.

Even our birds watch it fascinated.

Thanks Cookie for the link, I just bought one on ebay, they had refill on there for sale.
I also ordered a pair of mox shoe's, I better get off the computer before I find something else I need to buy. lol
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 06, 2015, 09:25:23 am
So pleased to hear you like the new UK cookbook Katie.I look forward to your review of the recipes. :D

I had a good giggle at your comment of getting off the computer before you bought anything else Jenny LOL
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2015, 11:10:05 am
Good on you Jeninwa.
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Post by: spersephone on December 06, 2015, 11:19:22 am
It does look like a great book!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2015, 12:20:55 am
I had an enormous surprise this morning. I had emailed Sabco asking where was the best place to buy refills for the RoboSweep. Their reply said they would love to send me some for FREE. I am absolutely amazed. Not only amazing service but a freebie as well.
Go Sabco.
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Post by: judydawn on December 07, 2015, 12:25:40 am
That's great cookie, I can imagine your surprise.  The Christmas spirit is alive and well.
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Post by: Katj on December 07, 2015, 01:13:06 am
Aamazing Cookie. Good old fashioned service lives on!
How long would you expect the ball to last?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2015, 03:23:35 am
I'm not sure Katj. It has a 2 year warranty.
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Post by: Jamberie on December 10, 2015, 10:20:51 am
I bought Alyce Alexandra's Quick Dinners 😊
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 10, 2015, 02:33:31 pm
Snap jamberie so did I
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Post by: cookie1 on December 11, 2015, 12:08:22 am
I haven't as yet. I seem to have bought so many cookbooks lately that I hesitated. I'll be interested to see what you think of it.
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Post by: trudy on December 11, 2015, 12:11:29 am
Like you Cookie I think I will wait.  I still haven't had time to really have a good look at the last lot I brought!
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 11, 2015, 07:52:42 am
I bought it also...somehow I think I'm going to have to cull some cookbooks
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 11, 2015, 09:29:59 am
Oops I bought it too. I'm same as you CP and desperately need to cull some cookbooks.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 11, 2015, 09:21:26 pm
I have a great deal of trouble culling my cook books. I try not to buy more but somehow they creep in. Serious problem.
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Post by: judydawn on December 11, 2015, 11:34:24 pm
Instead of culling I've stopped buying.  I'm like you Chookie, it's very hard to cull.
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Post by: mcmich on December 12, 2015, 04:28:34 am
Not buying more is a great way to cut down on things coming into the house. There is always the one in one out rule.
I haven't rid myself of a cookbook when the kids gave me the festive flavours book. Will have a look through the cookbooks tomorrow and probably try and cull at least 3.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 12, 2015, 06:38:37 am
I had a cull 11 years ago and still miss a couple of the books I got rid of. I do have some that I could cull though.
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Post by: Bedlam on December 12, 2015, 07:10:05 am
This week I bought Something for Everyone and Cooking for baby and toddler and the convenient vego and Christmix 1&2.  Starting to feel I have a problem! If nothing else I am running out of space.  Maybe I need a Hally bookshelf.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 12, 2015, 07:35:57 am
My name is Cornish Cream and I have a Cookbook Addition LOL
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Post by: cookie1 on December 12, 2015, 08:54:28 am
Ditto to both of the above. I have described and sketched the Hally bookshelf but DH is more into metal than wood.
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Post by: JulieO on December 12, 2015, 09:00:45 pm
I have tried to cut down on cookbook buying (both actual and ebooks) and haven't done too badly, but I recently won the auction for the "I love chocolate" book on ebay which should arrive in a few days.
I'd never think to eat a block of chocolate for instance but I don't mind when it's added to things.  The reviews of the book on here made me want to get it, so I'm looking forward to it arriving.

When I see some of the great UK cookbooks that we can't get here, I really wish they would release them as an ebook too.  Would make it so good for us,  to have access to them with no postage costs (or waiting for them to arrive).
Hopefully one day it might happen.  :-\
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Post by: Katj on December 12, 2015, 10:32:31 pm
Lol CC & Cookie, I find it hard to cull cookbooks also, but once they are gone I forget about them... The problem with me is I have so many recipes on my iPad, including Ebooks, I am paranoid about hiding it if I go out, just in case someone broke in. If I'm visiting friends I take it with me, if I'm shopping or elsewhere gets hidden.
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Post by: judydawn on December 12, 2015, 11:31:34 pm
Not to mention all the print outs and folders of recipes torn out from magazines!  Now I've started taking screen shots of recipes I see on facebook.  It never ends, we are addicted and have to accept that.
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Post by: Bedlam on December 13, 2015, 12:26:08 am
I really don't need but...I love the looks of those new square thermoservers.
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Post by: jeninwa on December 13, 2015, 02:59:41 am

Quote from: Bedlam on December 13, 2015, 12:26:08 am
I really don't need but...I love the looks of those new square thermoservers.

I'm the same Bedlam. I'm tempted.
It's free postage if you buy 4 lol
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Post by: troupie on December 13, 2015, 04:10:12 am
I too love cookbooks and am happy to just sit and read them and every time I get rid of one I regret it so they are here to stay and keep me company.
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Post by: mcmich on December 13, 2015, 05:53:23 am
When I sold my Donna Hay magazine collection issues 1-70 on ebay, I felt quite anxious. Now I can't even remember the books I've given away and I have given probably over 100 away. The more I've given away over the years, the easier it has become. I gave my son the Kogan airfryer last weekend when he was up. It was good and did a fine job but I have a toaster oven that does the same job and DH likes it better.
The next thing on my hit list is the freezer. I've had it turned off since the storms in April left us without power for 6 days. If no one in the family wants it I will donate it.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 13, 2015, 06:23:37 am
I'm not sure if I should put this up here or not. I received a voucher from a lovely friend and spent it on this.
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Post by: JulieO on December 13, 2015, 07:01:15 am
Perfect weather for it Cookie.  Look forward to reading some of your reviews.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on December 13, 2015, 07:14:00 am
Me too!  Easy ice-cream recipes by the sounds of the title cookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 13, 2015, 07:33:55 am
A great buy Cookie.Those recipes will keep you cool in the hot weather ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on December 13, 2015, 07:42:26 am
Nice buy cookie, looking forward to your reviews.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 13, 2015, 09:17:24 am
I'm looking at those square thermoserves too. They look so cute.
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Post by: JulieO on December 14, 2015, 06:36:57 am
Quote from: Bedlam on December 13, 2015, 12:26:08 am
I really don't need but...I love the looks of those new square thermoservers.

I haven't seen these and I'm not going to go looking.  ;D
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Post by: mab19 on December 14, 2015, 06:40:32 am
A very nice buy Cookie.  Sadly we don't eat a lot of icecream here, or maybe it's just as well or I might be tempted to buy a copy of the book :D 
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2015, 09:46:12 am
Yesterday I bought a 3 litre SC.  I am having a go at cooking a full No Fuss bread recipe in it. Will let you know how I go. It was on sale for $35 at Good Guys.
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Post by: Katj on December 16, 2015, 10:11:34 am
Great price Chookie.
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Post by: spersephone on December 18, 2015, 10:33:25 am
I got two of these trees in a raffle the other week. http://www.kmart.com.au/product/36cm-glass-tinsel-tree---red-green,-assorted/754431#

However, since then, they have both shattered upon the slightest knock. They have no weight in them and easily topple over and break. The glass is stupidly thin and sharp. I have suggested that Kmart stop selling them as they are really dangerous!

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Post by: judydawn on December 18, 2015, 10:41:34 am
They do look nice Sarah but the base is definately not sturdy enough.  You were right to complain.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 18, 2015, 10:53:47 am
It could be a nasty accident with a little one at Christmas. You are right Sarah, they should be removed from sale. Perhaps let your local consumer affairs know.
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Post by: *suzanne* on December 18, 2015, 11:17:20 am
I pre ordered the square thermoserver and I should receive it next week
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Post by: obbie on December 18, 2015, 09:44:14 pm
we did most of the chrissie shopping yesterday, , and all the food for a couple of weeks. only need to get bread and milk now

just going to wrap today.
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Post by: mab19 on December 18, 2015, 11:21:33 pm
The trees look lovely spersephone, what a shame they are so fragile.
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Post by: jo_nz on January 14, 2016, 07:23:06 pm
Bought myself a new tmx measuring cup and blades....can you tell which is which? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160114/b751ca8bbfc954da024e96a00bc5234d.jpg)
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Post by: mcmich on January 14, 2016, 07:25:02 pm
Your thermomix has certainly been well used Jo.
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Post by: Bedlam on January 14, 2016, 09:02:57 pm
My sweet DH came home yesterday with a TM21 for me as a surprise.  Someone posted on FaceBook a photo of one they purchased recently and I mentioned how nice it would be to have the three.  He was naughty buying it but lovely too.
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2016, 10:11:02 pm
Such a spoilt lady but you deserve everything good that comes your way Denise.  Have fun going back in time.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 15, 2016, 04:55:08 am
The new parts are real dazzlers Jo.
How exciting Bedlam. He's a sweetie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 15, 2016, 07:14:18 am
What a difference Jo.The old ones have been certainly well used ;)

How cool owning a TM21 Denise 8) It will be interesting what you think of it.Your DH is very thoughtful.
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 15, 2016, 10:10:19 am
I think that's really cool Denise. It's like having your own thermomix museum!
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Post by: gertbysea on January 18, 2016, 12:45:22 am
http://www.ivoryanddeene.com.au/collections/indoor/products/copy-of-thermoserver-set-stainless-steel-insulated-food-bowls-black?variant=7038486340

For those interested.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2016, 01:05:48 am
They look classy compared to some of them Gert. I have 2 thermo servers and doubt if I would use anymore. However I do like those.
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Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2016, 05:44:41 am
I had a look the black has sold out but the cream is still available. Very reasonably priced and free postage within Australia. Thanks for posting Gert.
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Post by: mcmich on January 18, 2016, 06:03:18 am
Not really shopping but I was gifted a Philips pasta machine today. I was visiting mum today in the retirement village and her neighbours bought the pasta maker for their DIL and she didn't want it. They gave it to me. I offered to pay for it but they wouldn't accept any money and said "just glad it will be used". (so I WILL use it)
I did get to look at their shopping spree though - an absolute cracker of a motor home. It is like a luxurious apartment. Leather lounges, granite top kitchen benches. They have to store it off site as there isn't enough space at the village. Our tiny camper trailer looks like the pimple on their pumpkin.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 18, 2016, 06:37:25 am
Lucky you Michele and what a very generous gift you have been given.  With all that you've given away over the years I guess karma was at work here.  Enjoy your new pasta machine, everyone that has one seems to love it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 18, 2016, 07:31:44 am
What a lovely surprise gift Michele.I'm sure you will have fun using it :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2016, 10:55:49 am
How lovely Mich. I'm sure you will enjoy the pasta maker. It is so easy to throw some Vegies together and make lots of lovely sauces to go with the pasta.
Imagine if they had offered you the Motor Home instead!  Even though our caravan is 18 feet long and dual axle we often feel small and insignificant when we travel with some of the expensive rigs around. I'm sure we all have the same amount of fun.
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Post by: Bedlam on January 18, 2016, 01:27:08 pm
Well deserved Mich.  I look forward to seeing your creations.
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Post by: mab19 on January 18, 2016, 10:39:59 pm
A lovely gift mcmich, have fun with it. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on January 19, 2016, 01:09:17 am
Great gift Mich! I love mine.
Thanks for the link Gertrude,  I've passed the info on to some friends.
I bought TRTLMT lunches ebook and Skinnymixers healthy ebook too :) they both have recipes I think I will use. I must admit I am liking ebooks and little cookbooks more and more, they are usually very well priced and I often have a copy stored on my phone so I know what ingredients to buy when I'm out and about.
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Post by: spersephone on January 19, 2016, 06:50:15 am
I've bought the TRTLMT lunchbox book, but after viewing the ebook, I'm a little disappointed that there's no clear index, and the recipes are all over the place, interspersed with ads. I think I'd like a proper index page, then just the recipes, followed by the ads. I don't mind the ads, but it clutters it up when you're trying to find the recipe you want. I also noticed that many of them were similar recipes to the free Back to School ebook offered on the website, I hoped they would be substantially different.

Still, I'm glad to be financially supporting her work.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 19, 2016, 10:35:56 am
I'm off to download the free version now :)
I also bought the print copy, it might make navigation a bit easier :)
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Post by: spersephone on January 19, 2016, 11:23:29 am
I've got the print one coming too.
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Post by: maddy on January 28, 2016, 12:37:29 pm
Couldn't possibly catch up, but here's a little snippet  ;)

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Post by: judydawn on January 28, 2016, 12:42:49 pm
Gosh it's a nice to see some of our 'old' members pop in and say hello.  First Thermomixer and now you Maddy.  No-one is ever going to stop you from shopping LOL.  2 things, how's the candle business going and were you all OK with that flooding this week?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 28, 2016, 03:40:58 pm
I always love to see what's in your shopping basket Maddy. I see that Pink is still your favourite colour :D
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Post by: gertbysea on January 28, 2016, 09:14:47 pm
Oh Maddy how you have been missed!  Lovely to "see" you.

Gert

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Post by: mab19 on January 29, 2016, 12:09:12 am
Nice to see you on the forum again Maddy :)  You have the "touch" when it comes to shopping.  Lovely as always.
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Post by: obbie on January 29, 2016, 04:50:40 am
Oh Maddy, I love that bracelet :) :) :) glad your back
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Post by: obbie on January 29, 2016, 04:52:07 am
I bought another kitchen machine yesterday :)
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Post by: spersephone on January 29, 2016, 05:38:53 am
Which one?
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Post by: Jamberie on January 29, 2016, 06:54:54 am
Quote from: obbie on January 29, 2016, 04:52:07 am
I bought another kitchen machine yesterday :)
Oh do tell!!! Is it a Kitchen Aid?
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Post by: cookie1 on January 29, 2016, 12:57:20 pm
Fantastic to hear from you Maddy. I do love seeing your shopping, you have the knack.

Robyn, don't keep us in suspense ?  What did you buy?
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Post by: Kimmyh on January 30, 2016, 10:05:49 am
It's nice that some things just dont change maddy xox
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Post by: obbie on January 30, 2016, 10:40:10 pm
Nu wave pro oven :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 30, 2016, 11:51:02 pm
You must have the biggest kitchen in Australia, Obbie ... I am very envious.  Let us know how the new oven goes.
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Post by: spersephone on January 31, 2016, 01:11:50 am
I'd love an airfryer, but have nowhere to put one. I love kitchen gadgets.
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Post by: obbie on January 31, 2016, 04:34:16 am
IO have a airfryer  Spersephone, and lots of kitchen gadgets.

DH made me buy it last week while we were on holidays...
so far so good using it.
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Post by: jeninwa on January 31, 2016, 04:54:27 am
I bought this veggie  spiral at kmart during the week its a great little gadget I even have DH eating zuchinni noodles, he loved them. $15.00 what a bargain. Easy clean, the blades are very sharp.
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Post by: judydawn on January 31, 2016, 05:44:50 am
I love zoodles Jenny.  I gave my DDs a pretty expensive spiralizer but my $25 one does a good enough job for me. Yours is a real bargain Jenny.
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Post by: Jamberie on January 31, 2016, 05:47:47 am
I have the same one Jeninwa, I think it's great too :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 31, 2016, 07:11:39 am
I'm still thinking about it!  However at $15 I would buy it. Now where to put it?

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Post by: achookwoman on February 01, 2016, 07:54:09 pm
Jen, that is a real bargain.  I have a small one which is driving me mad as it only take a bit of veggie about 4 inches long.
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Post by: mab19 on February 02, 2016, 01:21:40 am
That's agreat bargain Jeninwa
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Post by: maddy on February 05, 2016, 07:12:09 am
Apparently the kmart spiralizer maker is excellent for $15.
Not sure if they are BPA free though...waiting to hear back.
The Pete Evans (baccarat) one, is BPA free, and 30% off Monday through Robins kitchen (possibly house too??)

Forgot to mention...after purchasing that French stamped cutlery the other day...I wanted to make my own.
So purchased a stamping kit, which will do stainless as well...so "cutlery with attitude" will be born  ;)
Might be a smidge rude, so I may not post my results. Lol.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 05, 2016, 09:35:09 am
LOL Maddy.
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Post by: spersephone on February 05, 2016, 12:33:45 pm
I want to find one of those, where are they? In stores? Or only online?
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Post by: maddy on February 05, 2016, 09:00:59 pm
Quote from: spersephone on February 05, 2016, 12:33:45 pm
I want to find one of those, where are they? In stores? Or only online?

Online spersephone.
Only the impress art "premium" will stamp stainless.
Other types suitable for softer metals are everywhere...lots on eBay.
I bought this from Sunset Crystals I think it was.  Will double check if you like?
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Post by: spersephone on February 05, 2016, 10:14:26 pm
Thanks, I've seen them used on tv and wondered where to get them.
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Post by: Bedlam on February 06, 2016, 06:02:23 am
Sorry I haven't time to scroll though so apologies if it's already been noted, buy my things has 30% off Mox ATM .
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 06, 2016, 07:00:32 am
I bought the mobin spice rack I love it dh helped me he put the spices in and I labeled them
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 06, 2016, 07:17:53 am
It looks good suzanne 8) I bet it frees up cupboard space ;)
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 06, 2016, 07:44:25 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on February 06, 2016, 07:17:53 am
It looks good suzanne 8) I bet it frees up cupboard space ;)
Sure did cc a whole shelf
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Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2016, 07:49:28 am
I love it Suzanne. It looks as though you have it on the inside of your pantry door. I may have to think seriously about this.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 06, 2016, 07:57:45 am
Yes cookie on the inside of the pantry door, I bought them from buy my things
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Post by: judydawn on February 06, 2016, 08:44:31 am
Looks great suzanne, do you have them in alphabetical order?  I can read some names but not all.
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Post by: Katj on February 06, 2016, 12:20:04 pm
Great looking spice rack Suzanne, I will take a look at that website.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 06, 2016, 02:45:25 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 06, 2016, 08:44:31 am
Looks great suzanne, do you have them in alphabetical order?  I can read some names but not all.
Yes they are Judy
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 06, 2016, 02:46:22 pm
Quote from: Katj on February 06, 2016, 12:20:04 pm
Great looking spice rack Suzanne, I will take a look at that website.
It's a great site they also have a fb page I've bought lots of things from them
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 06, 2016, 06:55:06 pm
I could be sorely tempted by that spice rack.  Are the containers big enough, though?  They look quite small.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 07, 2016, 01:57:25 am
I think they're big enough 6cm deep by 5 wide each way, from memory they hold a packet of the herbs and spices but I'll let you know for sure after I fill one once I've done my food shop
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Post by: troupie on February 09, 2016, 04:11:49 am
Love that spice rack Suzanne; Havent done much shopping lately but bought a new frypan from House and also some new muffin tins (both in their sale) and some new craft dies for my cardmaking.
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Post by: Delightful Den on February 10, 2016, 01:48:18 pm
We bought a new car today. :D

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Post by: jeninwa on February 10, 2016, 02:13:08 pm
You win DD lol
Love the colour.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 10, 2016, 05:47:45 pm
Very very nice Den.Lovely colour ;)
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 10, 2016, 07:28:29 pm
No one is going to miss you coming in that one Den.  It's a stunning colour.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 10, 2016, 08:18:38 pm
Love the spice racks.
DD, very snappy car. Bet it goes fast.
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Post by: obbie on February 10, 2016, 09:04:45 pm
love the car Den
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Post by: judydawn on February 10, 2016, 10:11:09 pm
What a little beauty Den, very sporty.  Good on you!
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Post by: mab19 on February 11, 2016, 12:37:28 am
Very nice DD. Love the colour.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 11, 2016, 01:22:34 am
Gorgeous car
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Post by: cookie1 on February 11, 2016, 04:51:21 am
I love the car too and the colour. Very good choice.
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Post by: spersephone on February 11, 2016, 06:58:01 am
Wow! That's one vivid colour! I had an orange 180B for my first car. I've got a beautiful red Qashqai now.
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Post by: Delightful Den on February 11, 2016, 12:18:27 pm
We just picked it up today. I never thought I would own an orange car. It was a bit of an unexpected purchase. We only went to have a look on Monday night after tea thinking the dealership would be closed. I was looking at a Mazda CX3 hatch back. The dealer asked us to come in to get our details so he could get back to us with prices. On the way through the show room DW spotted the GTS86.
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Post by: spersephone on February 11, 2016, 12:24:23 pm
Well that was unexpected! I looked at the Mazda CX3 too, but I didn't like its sporty dash. I think they're cute though.
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Post by: JulieO on February 11, 2016, 10:02:01 pm
Love the look of the car, especially the colour.  You won't lose that in the carpark.  ;D
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Post by: spersephone on February 12, 2016, 10:12:16 am
That's the best part about a striking car. You see it quickly. My last three cars have always made me happy when I see them. I'm shallow, looks matter.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 14, 2016, 10:02:48 am
I have unashamedly copied JulieO and bought the lovely Nordicware tin. It arrived in Melbourne in 4 days from US and then took 3 weeks to come over to WA. Like JulieO I made the recipe that came with the tin. I can't wait to try it.
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Post by: trudy on February 14, 2016, 10:23:42 am
Love the tin Cookie!  It sure say's a lot about Australia Post at the moment.  Saw on tonight's news that Channel 7 are doing a report this week on them.  That should be interesting!!
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Post by: cookie1 on February 14, 2016, 10:51:56 am
I'll have to watch out for that.
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Post by: judydawn on February 14, 2016, 11:23:50 am
That's terrible service cookie, parcels reach the UK quicker than to WA in most cases too.  Worth the wait though as that tin turns out such a perfect sweet treat.
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Post by: *suzanne* on February 14, 2016, 02:05:30 pm
Yum cookie my tin is still in my cart , Australia post are absolutely useless I have a parcel that's been sitting in Wangara which is 2 suburbs away from me since last Monday, I've had deliveries from toll etc no troubles but AP are  idiots
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 14, 2016, 04:47:23 pm
It's a lovely cake tin Cookie.I'm very tempted to buy it. ;)
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Post by: jeninwa on February 14, 2016, 10:50:34 pm
Love the cake tin cookie, coffee at your house next time lol
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Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2016, 01:45:40 am
Name the Wednesday Jeninwa.  ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 15, 2016, 05:03:48 am
new wallet and shoes
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Post by: judydawn on February 15, 2016, 05:18:02 am
You won't lose that in your handbag Robyn!    Nice shoes too
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Post by: JulieO on February 15, 2016, 06:05:19 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 14, 2016, 10:02:48 am
I have unashamedly copied JulieO and bought the lovely Nordicware tin. It arrived in Melbourne in 4 days from US and then took 3 weeks to come over to WA. Like JulieO I made the recipe that came with the tin. I can't wait to try it.

Yay Cookie.  Isn't the cake lovely?  So easy to freeze in pieces too.

Love the wallet and shoes Obbie.  :D
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Post by: mab19 on February 15, 2016, 06:36:38 am
Nice wallet & shoes Robyn.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2016, 07:22:17 am
Robyn they are both gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.

JulieO the cake is very tasty. I had planned to freeze some but DH has been eating it. He commented that it was very nice. He is more a biscuit eater than cakes normally.
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Post by: Katj on February 15, 2016, 08:14:51 am
Lovely tin Cookie, is the recipe that comes with the tin the one pictured on your posting? Looks delish.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 15, 2016, 09:20:44 am
Great wallet and shoes Robyn.
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Post by: troupie on February 16, 2016, 03:20:11 am
That's some cake tin; don't you just love this thread.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 16, 2016, 03:27:26 am
Yes Katj the recipe comes with the cake. I'm going to try a couple of other recipes in it too.

Yes Troupie I love this thread. I have found many wonderful things on here that I didn't know I needed. However I now use them heaps. Eg the AF.
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Post by: mcmich on February 16, 2016, 06:55:14 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 16, 2016, 03:27:26 am
Yes Katj the recipe comes with the cake. I'm going to try a couple of other recipes in it too.

Yes Troupie I love this thread. I have found many wonderful things on here that I didn't know I needed. However I now use them heaps. Eg the AF.

Glad you use all the things you buy Cookie. I'm much better now but I bought everything that's posted here on the thread, then realised I don't need it, don't use and then spent a whole heap of time on the give away thread trying to off load it.
Hopefully it went to forum members that do use it.  :-))
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 16, 2016, 09:20:38 am
off to Geelong tomorrow, so more shopping.. :D  need to get something for the kids... :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 16, 2016, 09:48:24 am
Love the car, cake tin and those shoes. Great shopping.
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Post by: Katj on February 16, 2016, 12:07:03 pm
After numerous trips to the Salvo's and DH selling stuff on Gumtree that we won't take when we move, I will be very selective about what I purchase from here on.
I am looking forward to going to Melbourne on The 26th for 10  days, and I want to go to Books for Cooks and a few other places, so I could be put to the test.lol
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 16, 2016, 04:35:28 pm
Good luck not buying any cookbooks Katj LOL
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Post by: achookwoman on February 16, 2016, 07:11:40 pm
Love this thread also.  Trying not to buy anything at the moment. Have discovered that I still have enough stuff to set up new home . Thought I had done a good job clearing out.  ,!
Would love a Spiralizer.  Have a small one but not satisfied with it. Want one where you turn the handle.
Obbie, would have thought shopping better in Melb than Geelong. Nice restaurants there though. Lovely waterfront.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 16, 2016, 09:28:33 pm
ACW  my credit card got a workout yesterday in Myer. bought perfume, and more.  just nice to chill out with shops we don't have at home.
Correction my DH credit card..... :D
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2016, 01:12:41 am
Are you driving down to Geelong Robyn? Or going by train?  The train is quick and cheap, but then I don't drive over that way.
Chookie I looked in a couple of KMarts on the weekend for a spiralizer like Jeninwa had. They had sold out. I will keep looking as I don't use them enough to warrant an expensive one. At the moment I have a hand held thing like a vegie peeler that I use. It's very sharp and does the job.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on February 17, 2016, 05:37:42 am
Friends picked us up and drove us. lovely apartments we have booked into.
 :D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2016, 06:47:42 am
Good on you.
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Post by: Katj on February 17, 2016, 07:20:01 am
Cookie, I have the hand held gadget too, and I find it great, and doesn't take up any room at all. Easy to wash also.
Enjoy your stay in Geelong Robyn.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on February 23, 2016, 09:26:07 am
I've had a bit of a spending spree on myself today  8)

I've ordered these 2 shirts and they should be here Mon or Tuesday next week.

I think the white shirt will look great on it's own or under a jacket with jeans and since buying a nice fitted shirt last year and loving the fit, I've been looking for another one.  Hopefully these will look as nice on as I hope (or they'll go back).  :D

I also bought some white skinny jeans that fit just right from Cotton On and also a pair of dark blue jeans (Dannii Minogue Petites) though I still needed to turn them up about an inch  ;D

Getting into readiness for our trip to Melbz in a few weeks.  ;D

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/taupe_zpsgjm78rb1.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/taupe_zpsgjm78rb1.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/white%20shirt_zpsuo8dc9cx.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/white%20shirt_zpsuo8dc9cx.jpg.html)
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Post by: spersephone on February 23, 2016, 09:36:49 am
I love Dannii Minogue petites. I hate how everything is always too long on me. I'm only 159cm.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 23, 2016, 09:49:19 am
Great buys Julie. 8)
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2016, 10:39:07 am
Nice tops Julie, I particularly like the white one.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2016, 12:50:10 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 23, 2016, 10:39:07 am
Nice tops Julie, I particularly like the white one.

I love the other one. Although they are both very nice.

Sarah if I stretch myself out I am about 152/3cm tall. However I am too old and round to fit into petites anymore.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 23, 2016, 08:35:52 pm
Julie, lovely.
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Post by: JulieO on February 23, 2016, 10:00:21 pm
Yes I hope they are as nice in person. LOL Cookie.  :D
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Post by: mab19 on February 23, 2016, 10:57:33 pm
Nice shopping Julie.  Ooohhh, if only I looked that slim. :) :)
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Post by: spersephone on February 23, 2016, 11:35:25 pm

Quote from: cookie1 on February 23, 2016, 12:50:10 pm

Sarah if I stretch myself out I am about 152/3cm tall. However I am too old and round to fit into petites anymore.

I'm at the tall end of petite, but too short for most normal pants!
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Post by: astarra on February 24, 2016, 12:03:57 am
Quote from: cookie1 on February 23, 2016, 12:50:10 pm

Sarah if I stretch myself out I am about 152/3cm tall. However I am too old and round to fit into petites anymore.

Same height as me!!  ;D
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Post by: obbie on February 24, 2016, 06:43:27 am
shortie here too.

 Lovely buys Julie.. :)
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Post by: Kimmyh on February 24, 2016, 09:08:59 am
Mmmm no comment here except to say petite is not a word that describes me
Lovely clothes Julie.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2016, 11:21:04 am
You're gorgeous Kimmy.
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Post by: judydawn on February 24, 2016, 11:23:20 am
Tall & gorgeous Kim.
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Post by: Katj on February 24, 2016, 12:25:18 pm
Both shirts are lovely Julie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 24, 2016, 07:06:24 pm
Quote from: judydawn on February 24, 2016, 11:23:20 am
Tall & gorgeous Kim.
I agree.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on February 28, 2016, 10:24:19 am
We bought a new kettle yesterday. The old one blew the safety switch whilst I was using the washing machine, microwave, range hood, oven, computer, tv and thermomix all at the same time. Oops
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Post by: cookie1 on February 28, 2016, 10:53:57 am
DD bought us a new kettle for our wedding anniversary a couple of months ago. She bought us a Kitchen Aid one. It's lovely. Bright red too.

Kimmy no wonder the safety switch clicked. 
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Post by: courton on February 28, 2016, 09:28:32 pm
After our last kettle stopped working I bought a cheapie Kmart one for around $40. It has all these blue lights which light up and a glass bowl. People are always fascinated by the lights and ask about the brand... thinking it must be very expensive. Lol!
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on February 29, 2016, 03:30:05 am
My SIL has one of those and it is gorgeous.
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Post by: JulieO on February 29, 2016, 03:41:23 am
My shirts arrived this morning.  The white one is gorgeous and fits/feels so lovely.  Exactly what I was after.  :D

The taupe/white one is lovely too (for the right person) but it's not for me.  Fits fine across the bust but the waist and hips are too baggy and it hangs down further on me than on the model (which isn't a good look on me).  So will send that one back which is no hassle.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on February 29, 2016, 04:40:06 am
I used to iron blouses like that for DD Julie, it was so time consuming.
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Post by: JulieO on February 29, 2016, 05:01:15 am
I hadn't thought about the ironing of it Judy. :-))    With all the little studs and loops and creases it would have been a nightmare to get right  :o  Dodged one there  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 29, 2016, 05:05:16 am
I'm a bit like you Judy with the ironing. Before DD had to wear uniform she used to wear Cue shirts to work and some of them were ghastly to iron. I used to leave those for her to do!
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 05, 2016, 08:11:01 am
I went into House this morning and overheard two ladies speaking about things to seal open bags. When they left I asked the assistant what they had bought. She showed me and I liked them so much I bought myself a packet. $12.99. They are very easy to use. They are called Anylock and the packet contains various sizes. I've put one on the Spelt flour packet.
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Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2016, 10:16:48 am
Interesting cookie, thanks for sharing.
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Post by: JulieO on March 06, 2016, 01:50:34 am
What a great thing cookie, would be very handy.  I see that some Spotlight stores sell them, I will have a look next time I'm out that way.  Please let us know if they work as good as they show in the videos.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 06, 2016, 02:27:07 am
It worked well for me JulieO. They said to put it in from the right, but I found it easier to do from the left. But then I am a Molly Dooker.  :o :o
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Post by: thermilover on March 06, 2016, 09:38:30 am
Cookie, that seems really handy, I have so many open bags all the time which I place in Ziplock bags but this idea is good, less usage of plastic as well...
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: spersephone on March 06, 2016, 11:27:26 am
I bought a cheap resealer a while back but it died quickly. I just have lots of Tupperware now (but never enough, nor the space to keep them).
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Post by: achookwoman on March 06, 2016, 08:35:43 pm
3 toilet brushes for new house. Very exciting.
Need a new TV but have been told to wait until April as new models are coming out with improved colour.
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Post by: JulieO on March 06, 2016, 11:11:55 pm
Thanks Cookie, will check them out if I can find them here.  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on March 07, 2016, 12:22:45 am
Quote from: JulieO on March 06, 2016, 11:11:55 pm
Thanks Cookie, will check them out if I can find them here.  :)
A TV tragic who works with DS passed on the info.  I will post all that technical stuff when time comes.
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Post by: droverjess on March 15, 2016, 09:30:16 am
Been doing a huge amount of shopping, something I am not used to doing - buying sheets from Hilden, the hotel suppliers, and towel and kettles, pillows and duvets from Out of Eden, another guest house supplier, mirrors from The Range, all for the B and B now opening in May. Have washed all the towels, reorganised 2 linen cupboards, made up the rooms for photos.
Still to get linen/towels for 3rd B & B room but cash flow has limited this until I have some income.
Am all shopped out now!
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Post by: JulieO on March 15, 2016, 10:13:42 pm
Busy girl DJ.  I'm sure it will all be worth it when it all starts.  :D

Cookie, I bought a pack of the Anylocks from Spotlight, they work great.

I use a vacuum sealer for things that will be stored for longer and use containers for bigger stuff but have been putting other things inside ziplock bags.  Using the Anylock eliminates that so will save money in the long run.

I like how they come in a nice selection of sizes so will be buying another pack next time I'm out that way if there's any left.  The shop assistant was very interested in them when she was putting through the sale and you know how things go on here, a lot of us buy something when someone else has pointed it out.  ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 15, 2016, 10:16:06 pm
DJ, you must be 'shopped out' by now.  Looking forward to seeing the photos when they are done.  Good luck with your summer B&B bookings.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 16, 2016, 02:43:38 am
Anyone for a new TV? Dick Smiths may be your answer:

http://www.news.com.au/finance/business/retail/dick-smith-gears-up-for-18-million-tv-sale/news-story/9bc65a879a9403efe0e79466e4aa7e2b
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: spersephone on March 16, 2016, 09:55:08 am
I did go to Dick Smith today and bought my husband a FitBit Zip. I have a Surge, and I also have a Flex that my daughter sometimes uses. I'm competitive and in a group with some people from an online course I'm doing through UTAS. I'm studying about Health and Nutrition and Technology and Fitness. My husband and I have discussed this many times, and I got him one today and hope to encourage him to start walking more - to try to reach 10,000 steps. Right now, I'd suspect he'd barely make 5,000 most days. He moans about it but doesn't do anything to change it, so I thought I'd see how this goes. He doesn't have to make any effort, just clip it on.

Anyway, they had a 20% off sale, so I got it for about $68. Their prices were inflated already, so it's not a huge saving, but I'm happy enough.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 16, 2016, 11:17:13 am
I enjoy checking my steps on my fitbit Sarah. I used to get around the 10,000. But since my back my operation my aim is 7000 which I get most days.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: obbie on March 16, 2016, 09:07:27 pm
My doctors likes me wearing mine Sarah, I try for 10 000 steps a day. 
wearing it defiantly helps me move more.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 21, 2016, 08:28:54 pm
Love my fit bit.  Reminds me to walk more , but have trouble getting to 10,000 steps.
Bought new TV, 65 inch, Samsung, $3200 on special through eBay. DS organised it all. Worth about $5000.
Also bought a hot plate for electric grill. Frightfully expensive but think it will get a lot of use. Especially when making SD crumpets. Miele. Very good service, ordered on Friday, they couriered it from Melbourne at no extra cost, to local Harvey Norman store.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 22, 2016, 12:49:54 am
Good service is very encouraging Chookie. Sadly it can be hard to find. Your new TV sounds exciting, don't forget to sit and watch it sometimes.  ;D ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on March 22, 2016, 07:16:16 pm
Better hit the shops today to get the Easter eggs for the kids Easter egg hunt. Will be first time at Invermay.
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Post by: judydawn on March 22, 2016, 10:15:55 pm
Lots of new places to hide the eggs then Chookie, have fun!
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2016, 03:12:35 am
Picked up my new car this morning.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 23, 2016, 04:00:20 am
Very nice Robyn. I like the colour. Is it a station wagon?

The shoes I ordered from Habitat Apparel on Monday arrived today. I'm impressed with the service. They are very comfortable.
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Post by: obbie on March 23, 2016, 06:16:09 am
another 7 seater Territory, This one is the top of the range, as they are not making any more, I keep my other one. :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 23, 2016, 08:50:26 am
Enjoy the Easter Egg hunt Chookie :)

Lovely car Robyn. 8)

Fabulous shoes Cookie. 8)
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Post by: JulieO on March 23, 2016, 09:12:16 pm
Love the smell of a new car.  Nice one Obbie.  :D

I like the shoes Cookie, sounds like they'll be perfect for what you want them for.  :)
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Post by: mab19 on March 23, 2016, 09:27:02 pm
Nice car Obbie.

Cookie, your shoes look very comfortable.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 23, 2016, 11:22:19 pm
They will be perfect for wading in the ocean at Monkey Mia Margaret.
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Post by: judydawn on March 24, 2016, 12:50:50 am
I love the shoes too cookie and Robyn, you car looks lovely.
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Post by: JulieO on March 24, 2016, 03:03:10 am
Anybody that supports an AFL team besides the Crows, look away now.   ;D

http://shop.afc.com.au/adelaide-crows-ladies-pullover-hoodie-129764.phtml
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2016, 03:36:38 am
It's lovely, but of course I would prefer different colours. Something like this would suit me I think.
http://www.fangear.com/west-coast-eagles-ladies-pullover-hoodie-131601.phtml?gclid=CjwKEAjw_ci3BRDSvfjortr--DQSJADU8f2jgTasuzrOx9L8spvmSYOfi5jHKwuMOKRYnPI-2PNg3hoC6BLw_wcB
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 24, 2016, 05:48:38 am
That's great ... same price, same style ... different colours!
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Post by: judydawn on March 24, 2016, 05:53:33 am
We have one too of course but I don't like it. http://shop.portadelaidefc.com.au/port-adelaide-ladies-pullover-hoodie-132175.phtml
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: JulieO on March 24, 2016, 09:05:58 am
It's funny how the different colours can make the same thing look very different.  :P

I think it will be warm and comfy for winter  :)
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Kimmyh on March 24, 2016, 11:34:32 am
Especially in black and white colours  Julie
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Post by: JulieO on March 24, 2016, 09:11:51 pm
LOL Kimmy.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on March 25, 2016, 02:33:11 am
Kim!   😄😄😄😄😄
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Post by: maddy on March 26, 2016, 12:12:09 am
(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/8E92497D-4506-4654-B92D-60C684EA8938.png.jpeg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/8E92497D-4506-4654-B92D-60C684EA8938.png.jpeg.html)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/0E6AC64A-4462-49D3-8659-634B0775D51B.png) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/0E6AC64A-4462-49D3-8659-634B0775D51B.png.html)

And 2 of these clever collapsible no bake pans, from Chicago metallic (Amazon).
Intended for marshmallow, etc...thinking perfect for fudge also.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/007D31A3-2A3B-4B56-AA74-057DF352651E.png.jpeg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/007D31A3-2A3B-4B56-AA74-057DF352651E.png.jpeg.html)

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7D55C4CD-6FB5-40B3-937C-00E3205D25E3.png.jpeg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/7D55C4CD-6FB5-40B3-937C-00E3205D25E3.png.jpeg.html)

New bread basket

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/227FB8A4-B648-43BF-97A4-49D9FBF69E12.jpg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/227FB8A4-B648-43BF-97A4-49D9FBF69E12.jpg.html)

Chalk paint to give my dining table a makeover

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/D2D1ED39-2F04-4CB2-86FD-31543ECFDDB3.jpg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/D2D1ED39-2F04-4CB2-86FD-31543ECFDDB3.jpg.html)

And upgraded the washing machine to a 10kg LG.

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/7FF4B3D8-C092-49E1-A7E3-2C0D3E363DC9.jpg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/7FF4B3D8-C092-49E1-A7E3-2C0D3E363DC9.jpg.html)


Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: Cuilidh on March 26, 2016, 02:16:33 am
So, you haven't been spending much today then,Maddy.  ;D

Good to see you haven't changed your colour scheme.
Title: Re: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2016, 06:43:31 am
It's lovely to see you still helping the economy Maddy.
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Post by: maddy on March 26, 2016, 06:57:09 am
Lol...yes, don't blame me if it goes bad  ;)
...was over a period of time since I last was here but...think I'd divorce myself otherwise  :P
Forgot to mention, I paid for the pre-order of Tenina's new book, which I'm really excited about!

There was also a vintage meat slicer

(http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt266/nachothecat/FD0C1A4D-411F-429A-B9D2-CA5D464E1310_1.jpg) (http://s618.photobucket.com/user/nachothecat/media/FD0C1A4D-411F-429A-B9D2-CA5D464E1310_1.jpg.html)

And today I bought my own Mother's Day present.
Milk glass cake stands...1 large pink, 1 medium & 1 small jade.
Think they'll look gorgeous in a sweets vignette  ;)

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Post by: judydawn on March 26, 2016, 07:40:22 am
No doubt about you maddy, I've never know anyone who shops like you LOL.  Don't ever change, I love seeing what you've found.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 26, 2016, 07:58:25 am
Love that meat slicer Maddy. And everything else. Good on you.
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Post by: maddy on March 26, 2016, 08:03:44 am
It just looks bad because of the gap in my posts  :)
Who am I kidding....I have a problem lol
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Post by: mcmich on March 26, 2016, 08:59:44 am
Love the vintage meat slicer.  :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 26, 2016, 09:41:05 am
Great buys Maddy.Its all lovely.
It brings back memories looking at the meat slicer.I worked in the village store when I was a teenager and I used one of those machines to cut cold meats.Probably wouldn't be allowed now,health and safety wise :-))
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Post by: gertbysea on March 26, 2016, 10:04:36 pm
Maddy is back. Wahoooooooo!

Gert
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Post by: obbie on March 26, 2016, 10:11:13 pm
lovely shopping Maddy
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Post by: MEP on March 26, 2016, 11:23:19 pm
Gorgeous shopping. I love the cake stands.
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Post by: troupie on March 27, 2016, 04:30:01 am
Oh Maddy, my GD would absolutely love you; there is only one colour in her palate and that is pink and she is trying very hard to learn cake decorating and I am not much help. She can make the cakes and is getting good at the decorating (11 yrs old). I am giving her a voucher for her birthday to buy some cake decorating bits and pieces.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 27, 2016, 08:29:43 am
I'm sure she will love that Troupie.

My purchase of biscuit cutters for the Pasta machine.
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Post by: judydawn on March 27, 2016, 10:36:21 am
They look interesting cookie.  Looking forward to your biscuit photos in due course.

Troupie, are there any cake decorating classes in your area. If GD is talented in this way they would benefit her.  I did one in my 30's but I just don't have an artistic bone in my body when it comes to cake decorating.
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Post by: JulieO on March 27, 2016, 08:43:02 pm
Will wait with interest too Cookie.  :)
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Post by: troupie on March 28, 2016, 12:57:58 pm
Thanks Judy; yes there are some but mainly for adults. On a few school holidays they have had classes which I have booked her into but they have to drive up from Busselton; good excuse to have them stay though. I am not artistic either and have to have a picture to copy for me to do things. I did some cake decorating but it was not my thing.
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Post by: thermilover on March 28, 2016, 11:01:40 pm
Did some shopping at the Salamanca Markets in Hobart, loved the place, we could only cover half of the place as it was soooo big :)
Bought some lovely winter dresses and yes the famous, "Bread Knife", Thanks Cookie, I made sure I found the place, havent used it yet but gave it a try at the shop and was very impressed :)
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Post by: mcmich on March 29, 2016, 11:46:59 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 27, 2016, 08:29:43 am
I'm sure she will love that Troupie.

My purchase of biscuit cutters for the Pasta machine.

Will be interested to see how you go with these Cookie. I have them as they came with the pasta maker. I wasn't successful with them but that would be the operator and not the machine. I also have some noodle discs as well that I haven't tried out yet.
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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2016, 01:28:39 am
I haven't bought anything for ages but I asked DH's ex-BIL to pick up a new ladder for me on Monday and him and his wife delivered it yesterday.

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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2016, 01:30:28 am
Much safer than this oldie which will be going out for a council pick-up tomorrow.  I don't intend doing too much climbing but it's always handy to have a ladder available for others to do odd jobs for you.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 06, 2016, 02:24:52 am
It is a better ladder, but take care Judy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 06, 2016, 09:00:29 am
I like the new ladder Judy.Your garden is looking beautiful :)
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Post by: JulieO on April 06, 2016, 09:28:43 am
Good buy Judy, but I love your garden.  :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 06, 2016, 09:38:43 am
Definitely a good idea to get rid of that old ladder, Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on April 06, 2016, 11:47:02 am
Thanks girls, I've done quite a bit of maintenance work on the garden and all the yukkas were offshoots from those in my front rockery - they are going ahead in leaps and bounds and didn't cost a cent.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 08, 2016, 10:20:01 pm
Judy, glad you are not climbing that ladder, but as you say good to have on hand for others to use.
Yes, I agree with Julie, your garden is looking terrific.
Yesterday Ral bought a hedge trimmer and I got a Chook house from Bunnings. Family wanted to rush over immediately and assemble it but there is a bit of preparation to do first. We need to pull down the old Chook house and then this will slot into the space nicely with a fox proof yard.
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Post by: Katj on April 09, 2016, 12:31:20 am
Chookie, I saw those chook yards at Bunnings, they look really nice. Hope the family have fun putting it together once you are prepared. May you be rewarded with lots of eggs.
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2016, 02:14:54 am
Bet the chook house is going to be pretty flash Chookie, I'd love to see a photo when it's finished.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 09, 2016, 02:47:06 am
Judy, not so flash but will be comfortable for the girls.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 09, 2016, 03:28:14 am
The chook house we inherited is very posh ... my DH always said if he was ever wanting a break he would go and sleep in there.

Just heard from a neighbour, though, that he has put 9 chickens in there in the past week, so DH is dead out of luck (although the chickens could possibly be interesting bed mates!)
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Post by: mcmich on April 09, 2016, 07:13:03 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 09, 2016, 03:28:14 am
The chook house we inherited is very posh ... my DH always said if he was ever wanting a break he would go and sleep in there.

Just heard from a neighbour, though, that he has put 9 chickens in there in the past week, so DH is dead out of luck (although the chickens could possibly be interesting bed mates!)

 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2016, 12:51:14 pm
Thanks for the chuckle Marina. I'd  love a couple of chooks to cuddle and have lay eggs, however I think the neighbours may not.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 09, 2016, 04:54:08 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 09, 2016, 03:28:14 am
The chook house we inherited is very posh ... my DH always said if he was ever wanting a break he would go and sleep in there.

Just heard from a neighbour, though, that he has put 9 chickens in there in the past week, so DH is dead out of luck (although the chickens could possibly be interesting bed mates!)
LOL Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 09, 2016, 09:41:35 pm
Bad luck, Marinas DH.
This is the one we got. It will sit in a large fox proof yard.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 09, 2016, 09:55:40 pm
This is the one I fancied, but not big enough.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 09, 2016, 10:59:44 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on April 09, 2016, 09:55:40 pm
This is the one I fancied, but not big enough.
I like the look of that one, Chookie.

We're down to three chooks, apparently we only had the 9 for one night until various neighbours came in to collect some.
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Post by: judydawn on April 10, 2016, 01:15:04 am
The girls will be very happy in their new home I'm sure Chookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2016, 04:00:16 am
That is the Taj Mahal of chook houses Chookie.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 10, 2016, 05:32:55 am
I saw this one on Facebook,
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Post by: cookie1 on April 10, 2016, 09:52:20 am
Phew, now that is a chook house Jeninwa. Room for Marina's DH too, and any that wish to join him.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 10, 2016, 10:15:00 am
Wow that's some Hen House Jenny LOL

Quote from: achookwoman on April 09, 2016, 09:55:40 pm
This is the one I fancied, but not big enough.
This is cute Chookie.A shame it's not big enough but I'm sure your girls will be happy in their new home.

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Post by: judydawn on April 10, 2016, 10:33:49 am
It really is lovely, the Taj Mahal of chook houses.
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Post by: jeninwa on April 10, 2016, 02:00:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on April 10, 2016, 09:52:20 am
Phew, now that is a chook house Jeninwa. Room for Marina's DH too, and any that wish to join him.
New meaning for in the dog house, now they can be banished to the chook house lol
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 10, 2016, 04:12:47 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on April 10, 2016, 02:00:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on April 10, 2016, 09:52:20 am
Phew, now that is a chook house Jeninwa. Room for Marina's DH too, and any that wish to join him.
New meaning for in the dog house, now they can be banished to the chook house lol
LOL
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Post by: achookwoman on April 10, 2016, 08:26:48 pm
Jen, my sister has one just like that.  Very nice. Had to be transported from Queensland. Same price as the one I liked.  Well over $1000. One of our requirements was that we could stand up in it to clean it out.
Marina, 3 chooks will give plenty of nice fresh eggs.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 10, 2016, 09:31:58 pm
Quote from: jeninwa on April 10, 2016, 02:00:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on April 10, 2016, 09:52:20 am
Phew, now that is a chook house Jeninwa. Room for Marina's DH too, and any that wish to join him.
New meaning for in the dog house, now they can be banished to the chook house lol
;D
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Post by: JulieO on April 10, 2016, 11:28:01 pm
I've ordered one of the Ninja Slims Maddy posted about in the pasta thread.  It was reduced to $44 so worth a try.  Hoping it will be handy for when I process small amounts of things, or making a banana smoothie that I sometimes have for breakfast.  I like how you drink out of the same cup you process it in.  Hoping it's okay, has many favourable reviews.  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2016, 01:42:55 am
Friends friends have one Julie and they do their morning smoothies in them every day. They started out putting lots of nuts and some dried fruits in and wondered why they were putting on weight. They now make fruit and vegie smoothies, with more veg than fruit.
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Post by: JulieO on April 11, 2016, 05:27:59 am
Good on them, at least they've found out what works for them.  I will report back on what I think after receiving it, it's already in the mail, can't complain on the service.  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on April 11, 2016, 09:39:57 am
Sounds good Julie. Will be interested in your review.
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Post by: maddy on April 12, 2016, 12:25:53 am
That was a bargain Julie...online?
I'm sure you'll love it  :)
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Post by: maddy on April 12, 2016, 12:53:47 am
Our wood fire is cactus...the choices were ugly or uglier *sigh*
I picked this fire (only one to fit the space) but in black.
We have to replace & extend the tile surrounds, and I'm so undecided on what to pick!
I know once it's done, I can't change my mind..like I do...so the fire is still in its box & we're freezing lol

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Post by: cookie1 on April 12, 2016, 02:02:26 am
I'm sure the family are pushing you to decide Maddy. Maybe something neutral?
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Post by: courton on April 12, 2016, 08:29:29 am
Maddy, you will find lots of ideas on Houzz and pinterest. Both are very good.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 12, 2016, 09:06:57 am
Good luck with your decision Maddy. :)
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Post by: JulieO on April 12, 2016, 09:30:25 am
Quote from: maddy on April 12, 2016, 12:25:53 am
That was a bargain Julie...online?
I'm sure you'll love it  :)

Yes Maddy, from Bing Lee https://www.binglee.com.au/ninja-qb3001nz-nutri-ninja-slim

I had a nice day out shopping.  Bought a couple of fitted shirts, one in black and one in a sort of olive/army green, both will go well with jeans/pants.  Also a soft woolen cowled neck grey top and some tan suede ankle boots.  ;D
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Post by: mcmich on April 12, 2016, 09:35:02 am
Maddy, I think the black would look lovely with all your white and pink.
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 12, 2016, 02:03:06 pm
I bought 2 new Electrolux ovens and a gas wood look heater.
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Post by: *suzanne* on April 12, 2016, 02:04:16 pm
This is what my heater /tv cabinet will look like
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 12, 2016, 09:35:27 pm
That looks like a very smart unit, Suzanne.  I've also looked at the Houzz site and it looks like it has got lots of good ideas in there.
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Post by: judydawn on April 12, 2016, 11:29:17 pm
Lovely suzanne.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 13, 2016, 12:03:19 am
Mandy, it just has to be pink.
Nice shopping girls.  All essential, especially Julie's new clothes. ,!!
I bought 3 zip up tops for working in the garden, for $ 45.
Today, may have to buy a new phone as Telstra are coming to put us on line.
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Post by: judydawn on April 13, 2016, 01:14:26 am
That's something to look forward to Chookie, it seems to have taken them a while.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 13, 2016, 01:57:59 am
Very nice Suzanne.
I really enjoy reading what others have bought. I'm meeting girlfriends for lunch and hope to pick up a couple of books I'm after at the same time.
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Post by: Katj on April 13, 2016, 05:27:51 am
Lol Cookie, that wouldn't be the book cafe by any chance would it?
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Post by: achookwoman on April 13, 2016, 06:19:42 am
Judy, Telstra was only asked last Thursday.
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Post by: mcmich on April 13, 2016, 06:27:07 am
Lovely unit Suzanne.
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Post by: mcmich on April 13, 2016, 09:35:20 am
Looking for some advice. I know there is a crockpot thread somewhere but can't find it.
I'm want to replace my 6 litre with a 4 litre that has a browning function. Any suggestions?
Have been online and there isn't much available that I can see.
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Post by: judydawn on April 13, 2016, 10:01:19 am
 Michele, here's a thread of Slow Cooker recipes, not sure if what you're looking for is in there.
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=5535.0
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Post by: judydawn on April 13, 2016, 10:29:52 am
Nope, I think this is the conversation you want.
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=7249.0
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 13, 2016, 10:34:16 am
Lots of wonderful shopping everyone LOL I love reading and seeing what you all are buying ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 13, 2016, 10:44:21 am
Quote from: Katj on April 13, 2016, 05:27:51 am
Lol Cookie, that wouldn't be the book cafe by any chance would it?

Not this time Katj. We come from South Perth, High Wycombe and myself so we meet at Carousel. We had 3 healthy meals, then went back and selected 3 delicious desserts and had a third each. Very nice.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 13, 2016, 09:30:47 pm
Designed and bought a drip plumbing system for our new raised garden beds. The man at the plumbing shop was just fantastic.
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Post by: Katj on April 13, 2016, 11:12:44 pm
Way to go Cookie, sounds like the perfect lunch.
Chookie, it's so nice to get good, helpful service these days. We always try to give good reviews where possible when we have a good experience using a service, or buying something.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 14, 2016, 05:49:08 am
Kat, we try to do same. Rang Bunnings last week to tell them that one of their team gave us very good service.
Today, we had to return to plumbing shop so took sales man who was so helpful a bottle of Sweet Chilli Sauce.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 14, 2016, 07:40:56 am
Quote from: Katj on April 13, 2016, 11:12:44 pm
Chookie, it's so nice to get good, helpful service these days. We always try to give good reviews where possible when we have a good experience using a service, or buying something.
This is something I also make a point to do ... and more often than not the companies I ring to congratulate them are totally taken aback to get a happy, positive call.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 17, 2016, 08:50:07 pm
Marina, I totally agree.  I have to quickly say that this is not a complaint, when I ask to speak to the manager.
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Post by: JulieO on April 19, 2016, 12:15:48 am
Quote from: JulieO on April 10, 2016, 11:28:01 pm
I've ordered one of the Ninja Slims Maddy posted about in the pasta thread.  It was reduced to $44 so worth a try.  Hoping it will be handy for when I process small amounts of things, or making a banana smoothie that I sometimes have for breakfast.  I like how you drink out of the same cup you process it in.  Hoping it's okay, has many favourable reviews. I will report back on what I think after receiving it, it's already in the mail, can't complain on the service. 

This arrived the other day so this morning I used it for a banana smoothie for my breakfast to give it a go.  It is quite powerful and it worked a treat. 

To the banana and milk I added a little ground cinnamon and 25g of a combination of rolled oats, Allbran and a few sultanas.  Of course it's not a big test so will see how it goes when doing harder things but all the bits were ground up like they do in the TM. 

Was pleased with hardly any clean up especially being able to drink out of the cup it's processed in.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on April 19, 2016, 12:20:54 am
My DD has 2 Julie and the grandkids make their own smoothies, they're very powerful machines.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 19, 2016, 02:14:40 am
I think they would be very handy if you made lots of smoothies, or even morning ones. So quick and easy. I can imagine the GC making theirs Judy.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 19, 2016, 04:29:32 am
I am tempted by these, but am concerned that it might just become another "thing" to add to my collection of "things" I have purchased but never really used.

My sister and friend both have Ninjas and love them, but my friend is finding the 'first love / honeymoon' feeling is wearing off so I am still thinking but not buying
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Post by: JulieO on April 19, 2016, 05:14:47 am
I agree, everyone has different requirements and is good to wait and see if it's something you think you will use.  After reading and seeing Maddy's post in the pasta thread, I waited (and thought) about it until we came home from our holiday.  Thought a bit more then thought 'why not'.  I know I got mine on special but would have paid the full price as it didn't seem that expensive to me anyway.  My thoughts were I could always pass on to my son in Adelaide if it didn't impress me as he doesn't have a TM and I know he would use it.

Anyway, time will tell, but a little earlier I used it to make dukkah for a meal I'm making.  Am amazed at one press of the button nearly 150g of nuts were pulverised.  I will learn as I go but I should have done in 2 batches as some of the ones on top weren't chopped as well as the ones on the bottom/middle.  I picked those few out and did them on their own and added back to the others. If I'd done them in 2 batches I don't think this would have happened.  This is what I wanted it for; doing small amounts of things.

The toasted spices I did in there (only 2 tbsp worth) on their own (usually would use an elec spice grinder for small amounts) and it worked just as well as the stand alone grinder.

Certainly won't get as much use as the TM I'm sure, but will be very handy for me and is another option.  So far, have used it twice but very impressed.  :D

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Post by: troupie on April 21, 2016, 11:53:22 am
I didn't buy it but received a Pete Evans one pot recipe book for my birthday and it looks really good. You don't have to follow his no grains idea. Also my daughter has ordered Teninas latest book for my birthday so am really looking forward to that arriving in the post as I love her books.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2016, 12:41:47 pm
I'm waiting for Tenina's new book troupie. Mine is also a birthday gift.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 22, 2016, 07:44:36 am
The perfect thing to read with my foot up.
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Post by: judydawn on April 22, 2016, 08:36:25 am
A day early cookie ;D
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Post by: JulieO on April 22, 2016, 08:46:54 am
How wonderful Cookie.  Will be interested in what you think after you've had chance to have a good look through.  :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 22, 2016, 08:56:05 am
Perfect reading for the day Cookie ;D
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Post by: troupie on April 23, 2016, 10:46:35 am
Received the tracking advice and my book arrives on Wednesday Cookie; looking forward to it.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 23, 2016, 12:17:12 pm
I think you will love it. I hope to,get a really good look through it tomorrow.
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Post by: JulieO on May 04, 2016, 07:13:58 am
I picked up this book today while out.  Some lovely looking meals in there. It's available as an ebook too (at half the price - wish I'd known that).   :D


(http://a2.mzstatic.com/au/r30/Publication49/v4/c9/a8/c7/c9a8c7f5-19b5-b7af-055b-18878f9d20d9/cover225x225.jpeg)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 04, 2016, 11:05:29 am
Snap. A friend gave me a voucher for my birthday and I bought that. I really like the look of it.
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Post by: JulieO on May 05, 2016, 07:24:36 am
Me too Cookie.  Have been looking at a lot of 'spiralized' recipes the last few days. They look like fun.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2016, 07:37:45 am
The sandals I was wearing in the red dust up here fell apart. I decided to head to Target to see if I could find anything suitable as they will be ruined by the time I get home. I was quite a spend thrift and the only ones that were vaguely suitable  and would go on my still slightly swollen foot were $5. When I went through the check out, they were $2.50. I couldn't believe my eyes.
I also picked up some super glue to try and repair the others if I can. The red dust gets into your footwear up here. I couldn't fit into my travelling sneakers so had to make do.
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Post by: judydawn on May 15, 2016, 08:29:43 am
What a bargain cookie!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 15, 2016, 08:52:03 am
Blimey Cookie what a bargain. :o
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Post by: Wonder on May 15, 2016, 10:08:26 am
JulieO and Cookie have you seen the inspiralized website. It's from a lady in NJ USA and she has some great recipes. I follow her on instagram as well as she's really into health and fitness and I find her recipes easy and tasty.
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Post by: jeninwa on May 15, 2016, 01:16:14 pm
Good buy cookie I remember that red dust. Sounds like you are enjoying your trip.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2016, 02:07:42 pm
I will have to check that Wonder, thanks.
Yes Jeninwa it is fun, except when the old cars become ill!
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Post by: Katj on May 16, 2016, 12:25:02 am
Good buy Cookie, maybe at $2.50, you should have bought 2 pairs in case 1st pair doesn't last too long. Then again, sometimes you buy something dirt(make that red dirt) cheap and it lasts for ages. You can never tell these days.
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Post by: JulieO on May 16, 2016, 11:10:32 am
Quote from: Wonder on May 15, 2016, 10:08:26 am
JulieO and Cookie have you seen the inspiralized website. It's from a lady in NJ USA and she has some great recipes. I follow her on instagram as well as she's really into health and fitness and I find her recipes easy and tasty.

Yes Wonder, am loving her almost daily emails and have bought her first ebook (another one coming out in August).  I've made a couple of things already and will be making lots more as I'm really enjoying food like this as well as the Salads in a jar ones I've been making too. 
She radiates good health and looks fantastic.  :D

Cookie, great buy at $2.50, can't go wrong there.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 16, 2016, 01:17:07 pm
I'll have a look at her website ASAP Julie and her book.

My shoes have lasted a day so I think I have my $2.50 worth.
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Post by: JulieO on May 16, 2016, 11:15:14 pm
LOL, that's great to hear.  ;D
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Post by: EmeraldSue on May 23, 2016, 01:54:15 pm
Went to a specialty grocer Bottega Rotolo today and was on my best behaviour and only came out with a fabulous tin of smokey Spanish paprika and a couple of individual chocolates.  I was meeting my MIL for lunch and not going straight home, so wasn't tempted by the goodies in the temperature controlled cheese room. I may need to go back.....

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Post by: Cuilidh on May 23, 2016, 09:05:22 pm
That shows impressive restraint, ES, however I do agree, a return trip is probably warranted! ;)
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Post by: gertbysea on May 23, 2016, 10:18:51 pm
Take me with ya!

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on May 23, 2016, 10:23:46 pm
I'll come too.
Haven't really hit the shops in Ballarat yet.
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Post by: maddy on May 25, 2016, 07:37:18 am
Stay away from the Middle isles in Aldi  :P

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Post by: obbie on May 25, 2016, 07:38:59 am
Looks good shopping Maddy. ;D
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Post by: maddy on May 25, 2016, 07:41:24 am
A tupperware snack press for gnocchi, chevaps etc.

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And a few goodies from the local Italian wholesaler...including 500g of dried porcini...works out so much cheaper :)

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Post by: Jamberie on May 25, 2016, 08:07:03 am
I'd love to hear what you think about the Tupperware snack press Maddy. I had a Tupperware party a few weeks ago and refrained (although I did buy the pressure cooker)...thinking I may need it now though!
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Post by: maddy on May 25, 2016, 08:37:35 am
I'll let you know how it goes Jamberie  ;)
Croquettes I'm also keen to try...lots you can extrude really.

Also picked up the biscuit attachment for the pasta machine

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Post by: achookwoman on May 25, 2016, 08:43:58 am
Good shopping Maddy. Oh hell, there are 3 Aldis in Ballarat and one is 6 minutes down the road.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 25, 2016, 08:44:34 am
I love looking at your shopping Maddy ;D They look great buys ;)

You are doomed Chookie LOL
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Post by: Katj on May 25, 2016, 09:12:42 am
Lol Chookie. Aldi are coming to WA in the next few months.  I look forward to looking at the bakeware. Nice shopping Maddy.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 25, 2016, 12:58:24 pm
I believe The first Aldi's open in Perth very soon.
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Post by: *suzanne* on May 25, 2016, 02:04:01 pm
8th June in joondalup Aldi opens, I'll give it a few weeks before I go
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 25, 2016, 08:37:28 pm
Chookie, I think your shopping self control is about to be tested!  ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on May 25, 2016, 09:34:35 pm
Has been tested already.!!!  I am amazed at the number of cars always in their car park.
Perth girls, remember to take your shopping bags as they have no plastic bags other than those that you buy.
As I walk around I lookout for empty cardboard boxes and stick these under the trolley. I always forget my bags.
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Post by: judydawn on May 26, 2016, 12:50:55 am
We're used to having to take our own bags here in SA, have had to do it for years but like you Chookie, in the beginning I often used to forget to take them too.  A lot of the time the problem was I only went in for 1 or 2 items and bought too much!  There's certainly a lot of competition between supermarkets now, not before time either.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 26, 2016, 03:07:54 am
Judy, love the competition.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 26, 2016, 05:20:39 am
NT has bring your own bags too. We always forget.
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Post by: astarra on May 27, 2016, 09:24:04 am
We have to take our own bags here in Tas too  :-X
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Post by: Jamberie on May 27, 2016, 11:38:05 am
We take our own bags in the ACT too...it's been that way for years but I still forget, and get a bit of a (guilty) thrill when we go to NSW and bags are provided!
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Post by: achookwoman on May 27, 2016, 09:51:45 pm
I reuse the plastic bags to line the bins in the kitchen. Don't feel so guilty then, although I do know they are not good for the environment.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 28, 2016, 12:19:59 am
I do exactly the same Chookie. If we ever get too many I return them to the recycling bin at the supermarket.
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Post by: Jamberie on May 28, 2016, 03:44:59 am
I've bought a lot of things lately....one of my favorites being the Tupperware Pressure Cooker...I hosted a party so I got to choose something to buy for half price, naturally I decided to buy the most expensive thing 😄
I really like it, much less scary than a regular pressure cooker. This is a delicious version of mac & cheese that has become a regular :)
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Post by: consumerate on June 04, 2016, 02:12:28 am
I recently bought an immersion sous vide and have been having a pretty good time with it. I think perhaps some forum members would be interested in them. Certainly not for everyone and a bit different but I think it compliments the thermomix nicely.

See:
http://anovaculinary.com (http://anovaculinary.com)

So far I've cooked:
- vegetables - beans, carrots, corn and beetroot at 83c. The beans were ok, better boiled really but the carrots, corn and beetroot were excellent.  Evenly cooked and very tasty.
- chicken liver mousse at 68c for 1.5 hours- mixture blended in thermomix then put in jars to sous vide. This was amazing and really easy because there is no risk of overcooking in the sous vide
- steak at 55c for 1.5 hours - best way to cook steak for a steak sandwich. Won't cook it any other way again! It went quickly onto the bbq to sear after it came out of the water. My butcher kindly vacuum sealed the steaks for me.
- chicken breast at 63c for 1.5 hours - this was cooked absolutely perfectly. I browned it at the end in a frying pan. Definitely a good way to cook chicken breast so that it doesn't dry out or get too stringy. I put each one in a zip lock bag as I didn't feel like getting the vacuum sealer out.
- pork chops at 60c for 1.5 hours - these didn't turn out that well as the pork was still quite tough. We aren't generally that fond of pork chops so that probably didn't help either. Won't bother doing them again.

Going to try minced chuck steak burger patties next. And I haven't done eggs yet!

The most helpful online information is from serious eats (the food lab)
http://www.seriouseats.com/the-food-lab (http://www.seriouseats.com/the-food-lab)

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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 04, 2016, 08:40:00 am
It looks as though you are having fun cooking in your new sous vide consumerate. ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 04, 2016, 01:07:24 pm
From memory some forum members tried using the thermomix for sous vide cooking some time ago.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 05, 2016, 01:02:28 am
Consumerate, that is very interesting. Have been tempted.
Just grocery shopping, need bread flour. That won't surprise anyone . Coles has the 10 k bag cheaper than the other Supermarkets.
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Post by: consumerate on June 05, 2016, 11:23:18 am
Quote from: cookie1 on June 04, 2016, 01:07:24 pm
From memory some forum members tried using the thermomix for sous vide cooking some time ago.

Yes, I think I remember reading about it. The thermomix can do it but there is quite limited space and the temperature control on the tm31 only goes in 10 degree increments which means you can't be quite as precise. Great way to start to see if the style of cooking suits you though.

Today we did burger patties. Minced chuck steak loosely formed into a pattie and seasoned on the outside with salt. In zip loc bags and in the water bath at 55c for 2.5 hours then on the bbq to brown and melt cheese on top. Burger bun dough kneaded in the tmx :)

To keep in with the shopping theme, today I bought Florence Broadhurst tablecloths from Peter's of Kensington:
https://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Florence-Broadhurst-Shadow-Floral-Rouge-Tablecloth-230cm.aspx (https://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Public/Florence-Broadhurst-Shadow-Floral-Rouge-Tablecloth-230cm.aspx)
That colour on super special and also the blue one.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 05, 2016, 01:26:14 pm
I love the blue tablecloth.
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Post by: obbie on June 05, 2016, 09:59:45 pm
I bought 3 new big spatulas on saturday, just what I wanted long and skinny.
 :)
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Post by: rostess on June 06, 2016, 03:59:01 pm
Jamberie I went to a Tupperware party recently and was very impressed with the pressure cooker too, but wasn't sure how much I would use it. I did buy the snack press though and used it for the first time today. This is the choc chip cookie dough I pushed through it


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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 06, 2016, 09:58:45 pm
LOL rostess.
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Post by: maddy on June 07, 2016, 12:26:05 pm
I'm still waiting for my snack press to turn up....think my tuppa lady has forgotten!!

I dropped an order of melts off to a store I supply...and walked out with this gorgeous, massive serving board.
Mango wood made by Davis & Waddell.
It was used the next day for nibbles & wine with the girls  :P

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Post by: judydawn on June 07, 2016, 12:40:35 pm
That's an impressive cheese platter maddy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 07, 2016, 04:32:02 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 07, 2016, 12:40:35 pm
That's an impressive cheese platter maddy.
Ditto  8)
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Post by: achookwoman on June 07, 2016, 09:07:52 pm
Maddy, looks very handy. Nice display of nibbles.
Bit of a trap when you deliver you hand made goodies to nice shops.
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Post by: obbie on June 08, 2016, 01:30:52 am
lovely Maddy, I have a mango wood coffee table I love..
 :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 08, 2016, 06:16:29 am
It's lovely Maddy. I didn't realise it was so large until the photo of it with food.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 08, 2016, 08:37:02 am
I got a Bamix stick mixer, with loads of accessories (what am I going to do with all of them???).  It was actually free as I used my MasterCard points to 'buy' it so I'm happy about that!
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Post by: JulieO on June 10, 2016, 04:32:36 am
Nice serving board Maddy.  Cuilidh I had a bamix for years before I got my TM, it was very good.

I've bought a couple of things for myself.  This lovely soft leather jacket in cognac, hope it looks/fits as nice in real life.  Will return if not.  Also a new wallet (already received it).  The leather is lovely on this one too and it fits so well in my hand with lots of storage inside, I really like it.  :D

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Post by: achookwoman on June 10, 2016, 05:19:08 am
Both very nice Julie.
Marina, I still have my Bamix stick thingy I made asmallamount of mayo with it recently.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 10, 2016, 08:33:20 am
Gorgeous buys Julie 8)
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Post by: judydawn on June 10, 2016, 10:10:43 am
Very classy Julie.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 10, 2016, 01:18:45 pm
I have a soft spot for lovely wallets and yours is beautiful Julie.
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Post by: JulieO on June 10, 2016, 10:32:42 pm
Me too Cookie.  I must admit I have a few and rotate them, but really like this one.  :)

Thanks Chookie, Cornish and Judy.  :D
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Post by: mab19 on June 11, 2016, 01:15:53 am
Nice buys Julie.
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Post by: obbie on June 11, 2016, 03:07:40 am
love the wallet Julie
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Post by: astarra on June 11, 2016, 11:14:27 am
only a $1999 dryer here  :o
http://www.miele.com.au/domestic/tumble-dryers-1575.htm?mat=10076950&name=TKB_350_WP_Eco (http://www.miele.com.au/domestic/tumble-dryers-1575.htm?mat=10076950&name=TKB_350_WP_Eco)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2016, 12:50:57 pm
It would be very necessary with your climate Astarra.
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Post by: judydawn on June 11, 2016, 01:51:25 pm
Definitely would be necessary down in Tassie. Mine just hangs on the wall here and I use it to store all my cleaning rags.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 11, 2016, 02:20:06 pm
Would love one Astarra. I bet you have a lot of washing with the 4 girls.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2016, 03:15:50 am
I have one on the wall here too Judy. It was Mum s. DH decided it would be handy for us! Mum has been gone over 11 years but I still haven't used it. Maybe one day! 
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Post by: *suzanne* on June 12, 2016, 03:35:43 am
Great buy astarra you'll love the drier, I love mine, I don't use my clothesline it's really just for show
We bought a new driveway it's aggregate and it's beautiful
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Post by: mab19 on June 12, 2016, 07:54:22 am
I gave my drier to my DD when GD was born 16 years ago. Haven't owned one since then.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 12, 2016, 08:13:33 am
I am determined not to buy a drier.  After living in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland for many years, living in Australia with all this sun (most of the time!) I promised myself I would not get a drier - OK, sometimes it is difficult when we are running low on clothes and there are only soggy damp ones on the washing line I do get annoyed.  But that doesn't happen often enough to make me change my mind.  It helps that there is only the two of us, I am sure if we had kids I would have a completely opposite mind set!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2016, 12:47:52 pm
I agree with you Marina. I think that is why mine hasn't been used.
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Post by: troupie on June 13, 2016, 10:14:46 am
I would have loved a dryer when we lived in Northam and the children were small but couldn't afford one until we returned to Perth to live and now it is just used for finishing off things if they feel a bit damp in the winter. It also fluffs up the towels and makes them nice and soft as our water here, from local bores, is a bit hard on the towels.

Went out today to buy a new microwave and came home with two sets of nice thick towels instead. Microwave will wait for another day; its only used to heat the what bag for DH anyway.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 13, 2016, 10:09:25 pm
We have a dryer at Cherokee but hardly ever use it, in spite of the fact that it is cold and damp for several months.  Most things are dried overnight near the combustion stove.
At Invermay we are still working out how to use the environment . Big verandas and ducted heating in Winter seems to work. Clothes line in Summer.
I have been told that in America, it is seen as a sign of poverty to hang your clothes out side to dry.
Troupie, we bought our Microwave last year on a Mothers Day special. If not in a hurry for one maybe this would be worth waiting for.
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Post by: Katj on June 13, 2016, 11:53:36 pm
Chookie, I lived in America for 3 years. We had a dryer as we were living in an apartment.
When we stayed with MIL, she had a dryer, but also had an old fashioned line out in the yard, you could lower or raise it by shifting the post that the line was attached to. (I'm sure a lot of us remember those). I always used the outside line because I love the wind and sun dried clothes. I had a dryer when my 4 kids were small but haven't had one for a very long time.
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Post by: Katj on June 14, 2016, 12:06:50 am
DH and I went to one of the new Aldi stores today. I had been to one in Melbourne and not overly impressed. We needed to go out for other things so headed to Joondalup. All we bought at Aldi was small tubs of cat food because they were very cheap. Our puss is fussy (as are most cats) so I didn't go crazy in case she hated it. As it turns out she loved the first one we opened., so we may have to visit Aldi again sometime to stock up. I looked for that lovely bakeware that someone posted a picture of a few weeks back, but they had nothing like that much to my disappointment.
On the way hone we stopped at a bulk food place to stock up and bought a copy of Tenina's new book, haven't had a chance to look at it yet.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 14, 2016, 04:27:39 am
This is really getting off subject, and I apologise but just can't stop myself.  When my cousin and his wife were living in USA they walked to a party at their neighbour's house and were actually stopped by the cops for walking (in a fairly affluent area)!

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Post by: cookie1 on June 14, 2016, 04:52:34 am
What a laugh. It's hard to believe. Thanks Marina.

The Aldi near us isn't open but looks as though it could any day.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 14, 2016, 06:23:29 am
The cookware at Aldi was amazing. Checked it out last weekend. $26 for a large heavy cast iron pot with lid. I bought one a couple of years ago and cook my 1 minute bread in it. I have the genuine French ones and other than the colour can see very little difference. I was very tempted.
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Post by: trudy on June 14, 2016, 10:07:32 am
Had a laugh with your comments Marina!

Chookie, did you see their oven trays.  I brought a few of them and I am so happy with them.  Their bread flour is a good price!
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Post by: jeninwa on June 15, 2016, 01:37:12 am
I haven't had a cloth dryer since we lived in PNG many years ago, it came with the furnished house we lived in. lol Even then I didn't use it much.
I just bought  TRTLMT new cookbook Mixing it slow. TM and slow cooker recipes. Just downloaded the ebook.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2016, 01:50:12 am
Let us know what the recipes are like Jeninwa. It sounds perfect for this time of year.
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Post by: troupie on June 15, 2016, 10:43:18 am
I think I will wait for a microwave special Chookie;

Katj I do remember those clothes props; all my childhood that was the type of clothes line we had. Must try Aldi when I get the courage.
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Post by: consumerate on June 15, 2016, 01:37:00 pm
Just a heads up for those considering the Aldi (Crofton branded) cast iron. It is very good and an excellent price but it is the heaviest cast iron I've ever encountered. If you're looking at it in the shop pick it up and imagine hefting it in and out of the oven for example. I was donated an item from an older relative who found it too heavy to use.

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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2016, 11:00:08 pm
Quote from: consumerate on June 15, 2016, 01:37:00 pm
Just a heads up for those considering the Aldi (Crofton branded) cast iron. It is very good and an excellent price but it is the heaviest cast iron I've ever encountered. If you're looking at it in the shop pick it up and imagine hefting it in and out of the oven for example. I was donated an item from an older relative who found it too heavy to use.

Yes they are heavy, but no heavier than the French ones. When I first bought the French ones , ( I have 5 different sizes and shapes) , I thought they might be too heavy, but after using them have become quite used to the weight.
Trudy, I haven't noticed the trays or the flour. Will look.
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Post by: JulieO on June 18, 2016, 06:30:14 am
Just a couple of things I've bought this week.  Sorry for the size of photos, they appear to be bigger than I thought.  ???

This has been bought for a specific night out that we're going to in Adelaide in a month's time.  Supposed to be a loose fit, but I hope it's not too baggy.  Was advised to order the size 8, so if it's too big then I can't go down any smaller.  Fingers crossed. (not the clearest of photos).

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/leo1_zps0hicojup.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/leo1_zps0hicojup.jpg.html)

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/leo2_zpsq5pbbrag.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/leo2_zpsq5pbbrag.jpg.html)

I just loved the colour and fall of this top.  Hope it fits as nice.

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/pink_zpsqfizpgyu.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/pink_zpsqfizpgyu.jpg.html)


The leather jacket arrived on Thursday, it's just beautiful, so happy with it.

(http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii26/ragdoll128/jacket_zpspnanqnwg.jpg) (http://s260.photobucket.com/user/ragdoll128/media/jacket_zpspnanqnwg.jpg.html)

I bought these boots in Adelaide when we were there 2 or 3 weeks ago.  I said at the time they were the most comfortable boots/shoes I've ever worn. The arch support is wonderful, so comfortable.   I ordered the tan ones yesterday.  Will post the link in case anyone is interested.  :D

https://frankie4.com.au/shop/boots/vanessa-2/?pa_colour=black
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I also got a pair of tan and white sandals and lovely black wedges from Frankie4's too for summer.  I think I'd better stop there.  ;D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 18, 2016, 08:48:52 am
Great shopping Julie.Its all fabulous. 8)
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Post by: trudy on June 18, 2016, 10:29:59 am
Great shopping Julie.  Where did you get your jacket & tops from?  I haven't been game to shop for clothes on line.
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Post by: JulieO on June 18, 2016, 11:11:47 am
Trudy, both tops from diff sites which I haven't used before, so hopefully will be okay;

http://www.leelouanne.com.au/shop/mimi-leopard-print-top2

http://frankieandco.com.au/products/lani-cross-over-knit-grey#pop-one

Jacket from a place I've bought lots of things from.  Very easy to return if doesn't suit and only costs $6.60 return postage if you have to send back.

https://www.ezibuy.com/shop/au/heine-leather-jacket/p/145248
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Post by: judydawn on June 18, 2016, 11:55:37 am
Very nice clothing Julie, I particularly like the crossover jumper.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 18, 2016, 12:08:53 pm
Great shopping Julie. I love both of the tops.
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Post by: trudy on June 18, 2016, 01:34:32 pm
Thanks Julie
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Post by: achookwoman on June 19, 2016, 12:09:39 am
Julie, love that leather jacket. I bought a slate grey one last year and love it. Comfortable and warm.
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Post by: JulieO on June 19, 2016, 01:57:36 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 18, 2016, 11:55:37 am
Very nice clothing Julie, I particularly like the crossover jumper.

Me too Judy.  I hope it's as nice in real life.  ;D

I like the sound of the slate grey jacket Chookie, nice colour that.  :D
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Post by: achookwoman on June 20, 2016, 10:44:02 am
Bought the chooks new feeder today.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 20, 2016, 05:16:44 pm
We bought this extractor fan to replace the currant one over the cooker.The old one was here when we moved in 20 years ago  :o Its time was up as I could no longer get it clean and it was useless.
http://www.johnlewis.com/elica-eliplane-80-built-in-cooker-hood-stainless-steel/p1153086
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Post by: achookwoman on June 20, 2016, 09:43:57 pm
CC, just checked this out, what a beauty.
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Post by: judydawn on June 21, 2016, 02:26:47 am
A very neat looking unit Denise, it should make a big difference.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2016, 05:09:35 am
It certainly fits nicely into the cupboard work. Is your DH going to put it in?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 21, 2016, 09:37:37 am
Thanks girls.DH will fit it Cookie. ;)
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Post by: maddy on June 25, 2016, 10:23:23 am
I couldn't survive without a dryer...the joys of being a Victorian  :P

My slow cooker died, so upgraded to the new cuisinart model.
You can sauté/brown  in this cooker, slow cook, simmer & steam....testing it out tonight with the BHG self saucing sticky date & banana pudding.

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From TRTLMT

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& 2 pkts. of these babies

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Post by: judydawn on June 25, 2016, 12:03:49 pm
The SC sounds good maddy - I love my slow cookers but have nothing as flash as that one.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 25, 2016, 12:43:31 pm
Love the vanilla beans Maddy. Do you have any specific plans for them?

I received a couple of vouchers for my birthday so I spent them today. Myer had 30% off cookbooks. One day I would like to go to some classes at the Savour Chocolate School, but until then I will make do with this cookbook.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 25, 2016, 11:49:14 pm
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Post by: obbie on June 26, 2016, 07:41:19 am
I bought 6 brownie trays :)
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Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2016, 12:54:58 pm
I found this at Coles, fits perfectly in the Varoma...
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Post by: Jamberie on June 26, 2016, 12:57:53 pm
And I may have finally caved and bought Tenina's latest book (thanks to Cookie's tempting reviews!!!)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2016, 05:09:51 am
Well done Jamberie. I don't think you will regret it. I have another soup to review, mustn't forget.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on June 27, 2016, 01:07:06 pm
I was give a voucher for my birthday too, and I didn't want to spend it on something boring, so I splurged on a pair of shoes
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 27, 2016, 04:27:00 pm
Very classy shoes ES 8)
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Post by: Katj on June 27, 2016, 10:51:23 pm
Lovely shoes ES!
Cookie, nice to see you are still adding to your book collection, they both look great, enjoy!
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Post by: mab19 on June 28, 2016, 01:18:08 am
Nice shoes ES.
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Post by: judydawn on June 28, 2016, 04:37:02 am
They look so comfortable Sue.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 28, 2016, 09:11:40 am
Very nice shoes ES.
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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2016, 11:34:40 am
Great books Cookie and loving the shoes ES (anything but boring).
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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2016, 12:05:36 pm
Came back from Port Macquarie 2 weeks ago after spending a great week there. We took the camper trailer and we think we have had our share of fun with it and want to get a caravan. We bought a new car just before we went to Port and after looking at many caravans bought a late model second hand one today. Only a small 16 ft pop top. We pick it up next Monday.  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on July 03, 2016, 01:16:40 pm
Once you decide to do something you don't procrastinate Michele, enjoy your new van and all the fun trips in it.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2016, 02:38:38 pm
Mich I'm sure you will love your new caravan. You can have so much fun. We are thinking about moving on to a motor home.
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Post by: obbie on July 03, 2016, 10:18:00 pm
I bought some silicon spatulas, and more laming ton trays, santa clauss cookie cutters.
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Post by: mcmich on July 03, 2016, 10:36:34 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 03, 2016, 02:38:38 pm
Mich I'm sure you will love your new caravan. You can have so much fun. We are thinking about moving on to a motor home.

Different stages of our lives require different RV's. It will be a luxury for us not to have climb over each other to get out of bed.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 04, 2016, 12:07:37 am
Michele and Cookie, nice to move on and up with the camping. Have fun.
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Post by: JulieO on July 04, 2016, 12:20:27 am
It's good that you had a trial run in something smaller Mcmich, you could then buy with confidence.  :D
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Post by: mab19 on July 04, 2016, 01:19:33 am
Quote from: mcmich on July 03, 2016, 10:36:34 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 03, 2016, 02:38:38 pm
Mich I'm sure you will love your new caravan. You can have so much fun. We are thinking about moving on to a motor home.

Different stages of our lives require different RV's. It will be a luxury for us not to have climb over each other to get out of bed.

McMich I'm sure you will love your new van.  We did the camping trailer bit first then went to a caravan.  Now we are thinking it is time to sell the van and just stay in cabins. 
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Post by: cookie1 on July 04, 2016, 02:50:55 am
Mich our very first van ( after a Kombi camper) you had to clamber of each other to get up at night. We didn't think it was a problem at the time but wouldn't want to do it now......DH gets up a few times each night!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 04, 2016, 09:32:53 am
Enjoy your new van Michele.
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Post by: mcmich on July 04, 2016, 01:51:08 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 04, 2016, 02:50:55 am
Mich our very first van ( after a Kombi camper) you had to clamber of each other to get up at night. We didn't think it was a problem at the time but wouldn't want to do it now......DH gets up a few times each night!
Same here Cookie. It isn't that much of a problem but will be much easier with an island bed and without the drop.
We have booked a weekend trial away on the Central Coast at Toowoon Bay. Only 45 mins away south.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 04, 2016, 10:10:30 pm
Enjoy your new caravan, Michelle.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 07, 2016, 07:39:04 am
Like Mab, have done Tent, camper Van and Caravan.   love the life style but easier for us to stay in cabins or cheap Motels when on the move.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2016, 10:02:27 am
My DH dislikes staying any where other than his own bed, jolly annoying at times. If we buy a new motorhome he will have to break in a new bed.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 08, 2016, 12:31:45 am
Cookie, can understand DH liking for own bed. Always have to check how clean room is before checking in.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 08, 2016, 08:14:55 am
You and he would be good friends Chookie. Although I must admit, the first thing I do when we check in is to look for bed bugs. A friend got badly bitten in Melbourne.

DD and I went to the Good Food and Wine Show today. We had fun, ate too much and came home with lots of delicious cheese, as well as some Beerenberg products we can't buy here.
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Post by: judydawn on July 08, 2016, 09:38:39 am
Sounds like a great day out with DD cookie. 
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Post by: achookwoman on July 08, 2016, 11:03:51 pm
What fun, Cookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 09, 2016, 09:05:34 am
Sounds as you had fun with your DD Cookie. :D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2016, 01:10:52 pm
I just can't help myself!  I've been eyeing this book off as I love baking. Tenina has it on her store, so I succumbed and ordered it. An ebook comes with it and I can't wait to try some of the recipes.
http://thermomixbakingblogger.com/product/homebaked-thermomix-book-inc-e-book/
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Post by: thermilover on July 13, 2016, 11:27:19 pm
Cookie, that is sooo tempting :) Good price for a book with such wonderful recipes!
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Post by: mcmich on July 14, 2016, 09:07:05 am
I got so excited about our new (second hand) van that I booked a weekend away this weekend. We are only going to Swansea, The other side of the lake to us - about 40 minutes. We always wonder which way to go, so we will loop the lake, go in one way and come out the other. It will be the dry run before our dry run as we are going to The Central Coast in 2 weeks time.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 14, 2016, 11:02:11 am
It will be exciting Mich. Have fun.

All being well we hope to go up to Mount Augustus in early August. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Augustus_National_Park
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Post by: *suzanne* on July 14, 2016, 12:08:49 pm
I bought that book cookie it was delivered last week, every recipe sounds delicious, I started to bookmark them then realised I'd put one on pretty much every page
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Post by: Jamberie on July 14, 2016, 12:37:58 pm
I too bought that book (and a few copies for gifts), I've loved reading through the ebook, it may just be one of my favourite tmx books.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2016, 02:17:37 am
I have the ebook and was hoping the hard copy would be delivered this morning, but the parcel post lady went straight past. Monday for sure, until then I will keep looking at the ebook.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 15, 2016, 04:12:38 am
I haven't really bought anything for ages ... but yesterday I got an orthotic for my left foot!  Cost a fortune but what a huge difference it has made already - I can once again walk pain and limp free!  Whooppeee.  I am meant to be working at building up to wear it for 8 hours per day over the period of a week, but it has made such a difference I don't want to take it out!
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Post by: judydawn on July 15, 2016, 07:28:04 am
That's great Marina, worth every cent then.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2016, 09:05:40 am
What good news Marina. There is very little worse than trying to walk on a sore foot. Good shopping.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 15, 2016, 11:11:08 pm
Marina, that is terrific.
I bought 2 small felt brooche kits for our 2 GD at the wool show.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 16, 2016, 09:06:09 am
Good news Marina that your expensive purchase was so worth it. ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on July 23, 2016, 09:01:15 am
Bought a Ninja Slim for $44 from JB Hi Fi. Handy little thing to make sauces for just the 2 of us and when TMX is occupied. I remember Julie said she liked hers.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2016, 09:25:28 am
That sounds like a good buy Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 23, 2016, 11:10:28 pm
Good buy, Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 24, 2016, 12:18:33 am
Ninja slim, quite good for making 1/2 recipes. Make Crepe batter in it yesterday while jam cooking in TMX.
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Post by: Jamberie on July 27, 2016, 07:19:10 am
Has anyone else bought the "Thermo Recipe Cookbook" by The Healthy Mummy?
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Post by: Katj on July 27, 2016, 11:00:14 pm
DH also bought a Ninja slim a few months ago. It is handy for mixing a quick smoothie when the Thermo is busy, or for just one serving.
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Post by: thermilover on July 28, 2016, 12:40:14 am
Have ordered the new 'Vegetarian Kitchen' chip and I am very excited!!!
This will be my first recipe book after I bought the TMX, so really happy to pamper myself with one :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 28, 2016, 09:13:36 am
Good on you Thermilover. Let us all know what it is like.

I hadn't even heard of that one Jamberie.
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Post by: Bedlam on July 28, 2016, 01:03:27 pm
Thermilover, I would love to see a list of contents if you have time.  I feel tempted to buy the Vegetarian Kitchen but need to see if it full of things DD would eat.
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Post by: judydawn on July 28, 2016, 02:19:43 pm
Denise, I went looking for this book at thermomix.com.au and found a list of contents.  I have photographed it (couldn't copy it on the iPad) and you will find the link here http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=17165.0.
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Post by: thermilover on July 28, 2016, 11:44:54 pm
Sorry Bedlam, I havent received it yet, I just ordered it 2 days back and should be getting it in the next week.
Thanks Judy for putting up the list of contents!!! :)
As we are vegetarians, I immediately got attracted as there seem to be some interesting recipes..
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Post by: maddy on August 02, 2016, 01:02:44 pm
Still pursuing vintage kitchenware, and have had some luck on recent auctions  ;)
All from the 50's, especially adore the blender!
The wrap unit has recently been refurbished pink, originally aluminium.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 02, 2016, 08:08:51 pm
It brought back fond memories looking at your purchases Maddy. :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 02, 2016, 10:06:00 pm
Love it Maddy and love your entire collection and your dedication to it.
Gretchen
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Post by: achookwoman on August 02, 2016, 10:41:55 pm
Maddy, great to see you still collecting.
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Post by: judydawn on August 03, 2016, 01:10:34 am
It sure does bring back memories maddy and it must be fun looking for these items.
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Post by: mab19 on August 04, 2016, 05:14:06 am
Nice purchases Maddy, they certainly bring back memories.
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Post by: K Atie on August 04, 2016, 05:53:55 am
Love the maple syrup jug , remember this well maybe my grandmother had one . Does the milkshake maker still work ?
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Post by: maddy on August 05, 2016, 12:35:11 am
Quote from: K Atie on August 04, 2016, 05:53:55 am
Does the milkshake maker still work ?


Certainly does K Atie  :)
It's from the 50's I believe, made in Melbourne.
I've had it for many years now, & probably my favourite to date.
It's so powerful, and sounds like a jet taking off lol.

I do love modern appliances, but adore the charm of vintage  :)

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Post by: achookwoman on August 05, 2016, 11:28:50 pm
Went shopping in Bendigo yesterday. They had a 1/2 price sale in my favourite cook shop.
Bought  2 bright Orange/ red cast iron pots with lids and a large SS pan with lid and small handles on the side.  Should fit new small Miele oven. Other odds and ends. I am getting out of all my non stick pans.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 08, 2016, 08:49:34 am
Maddy we had a 3 tiered cake tin like that. I still have a similar one in use.
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Post by: mcmich on August 08, 2016, 09:59:43 am
Gorgeous as always Maddy. Love vintage too.

We had a bit of a splurge in July with a new car and used caravan. Came home from camping last Monday and our 18yr old washing machine gave up the ghost. Bought a new front loader yesterday - so far so good. Went to put the electric blanket on and it's a no go. Today had to hunt high and low for a new one. End of winter and Kmart & Target sold out. Got one from Pillow talk.
Also bought at The Entrance markets (while away) a toaster oven for the van for $25 - like new and an egg cooker from Aldi.
Hopefully this is the end to the spending for a quite some time.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 08, 2016, 01:35:09 pm
An expensive time for you Michelle. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on August 08, 2016, 09:27:46 pm
Michele, all useful items. Have fun.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 08, 2016, 09:29:54 pm
Looking at buy a dishwasher just now .... thinking Miele.  Any thoughts / suggestions / ideas everyone?  I've been desperately wanting a new cooker for years, but the dishwasher has taken priority now and I will just have to tolerate my crummy cooker for another decade or so!
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Post by: thermilover on August 08, 2016, 10:54:01 pm
Got my chip and recipe book of 'Vegetarian Kitchen', loving the sound of each and every recipe in the book...
Now to actually get time to make them!
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Post by: courton on August 09, 2016, 03:04:29 am
"Looking at buy a dishwasher just now .... thinking Miele"

We have been very happy with Miele. The best part is that I can call Miele customer service and they actually help you fix any minor problems over the phone rather than spending an expensive tradesman.

On the whole, very reliable. Would buy Miele again.
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Post by: sue_purrb on August 09, 2016, 06:40:13 am
We have a Miele dishwasher and have had no problems with it.
I love the cutlery tray. I get mocked for making sure all the knives, spoons etc are put in in order, but then it is so easy to swipe a handful to put back in the drawer.
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Post by: judydawn on August 09, 2016, 08:16:38 am
I love my Miele too.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 09, 2016, 09:01:59 am
I bought a Bosch dishwasher to replace my Miele.To replace the Miele was silly money so opted for the Bosch.Very pleased with it and mine has a cutlery tray.
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Post by: sue_purrb on August 09, 2016, 09:57:59 am
I was really lucky to get mine with quite a discount as it was the last in stock of a superseded model. I looked at the new model out of interest but couldn't see any difference.

The saleswoman said "Once you have one Miele appliance, you'll want all your kitchen and laundry appliances to be Miele!"
And yes, I would, but there's zero chance of that due to cost!  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 09, 2016, 01:00:15 pm
Our only purchases lately have been fuel and the odd caravan park fees. I did have to buy some Polly styrofoam bread today. Not the best, but it will have to do until we get home. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 09, 2016, 09:02:28 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on August 09, 2016, 01:00:15 pm
Our only purchases lately have been fuel and the odd caravan park fees. I did have to buy some Polly styrofoam bread today. Not the best, but it will have to do until we get home.
The bread sounds appetising, Cookie!

Thanks for the dishwasher feedback
Quote from: sue_purrb on August 09, 2016, 09:57:59 am
The saleswoman said "Once you have one Miele appliance, you'll want all your kitchen and laundry appliances to be Miele!"
And yes, I would, but there's zero chance of that due to cost!  ;D
That's true.  I got a Miele vacuum cleaner a couple of years ago and the first time I turned it on I actually had to put my hand against the end of the hose to make sure it was working because it was so quiet! 

Now I just have to think about which model of dishwasher to get - the one I am looking at has the steel finish door which I think looks industrial and I would prefer white but my current preferred model is not available in white ... maybe I will end up looking at a different model, perhaps a semi-integrated one.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 09, 2016, 10:23:43 pm
Marina, bit late to comment but we have had Asko machines for years. Love them. Dish washer and clothes washer. 
We now have a Mieli at Invermay, excellent quality but unlike everyone else I don't like the cutlery tray. I also don't think it takes as many dishes as the Asko. Could be that I am used to the different configuration of the Asko.
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 10, 2016, 12:05:47 am
I agree Chookie. I have an Asko washing machine and dishwasher. Mum has a Miele dishwasher, but I prefer my Asko. I prefer the internal configuration of the Asko.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 10, 2016, 12:19:22 am
I did mean to ask you about this on Saturday, Bess, but got side tracked!  Thanks to you both for your comments, off to look at the Asko site as well.
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Post by: astarra on August 12, 2016, 09:47:29 am
Quote from: sue_purrb on August 09, 2016, 09:57:59 am

The saleswoman said "Once you have one Miele appliance, you'll want all your kitchen and laundry appliances to be Miele!"
And yes, I would, but there's zero chance of that due to cost!  ;D

I got told similar, and it is so true :)
I have Miele washing machine, dryer and dishwasher ATM - we were unsure on the cost of our first item (dishwasher) and we were told (by other Miele owners) "buy once and cry once" .... as in once you had it you wouldn't have to replace it for a very long time.

Their customer service is wonderful too  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on August 13, 2016, 12:55:06 am
More on the Miele.
The house at Invermay has a Meile gas range. Fantastic. The Wok burner wasn't working so had the service man recommended by Meile come out. It has taken 4 visits and had to be completely renovated.  Hate to think what the cost will be but a new Wok burner would be over $2000. I have used it and it is great.
As said, the service on the phone was very good although the wait was very long before I could speak to someone.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 13, 2016, 11:47:10 pm
It looks like comments on here and reviews on the 'net come out equally with positive and negative reviews across all ranges.  It has left me somewhat confused but I have to make a decision soon so I will just have to take a leap of faith and keep my fingers crossed.  When I have finally made a decision and purchased one I'll let you know.
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Post by: obbie on August 20, 2016, 11:25:46 pm
Just to say the shoes I ordered 2 weeks ago have arrived, so comfy. very happy. :)
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Post by: thermilover on August 21, 2016, 10:58:15 pm
Quote from: obbie on August 20, 2016, 11:25:46 pm
Just to say the shoes I ordered 2 weeks ago have arrived, so comfy. very happy. :)

Thanks Robyn for the feedback, I think I will order myslef a pair for summer :)
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Post by: obbie on August 23, 2016, 03:36:04 am
I bought  a exercise bike, to get back into shape.. :)
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Post by: Jamberie on August 24, 2016, 03:24:51 am
I'm going to Tenina, I'm going to Tenina....- I'm a little bit excited!

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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2016, 06:16:56 am
Quote from: Jamberie on August 24, 2016, 03:24:51 am
I'm going to Tenina, I'm going to Tenina....- I'm a little bit excited!


... me too, on 7 September in Melbourne.
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Post by: Jamberie on August 24, 2016, 06:41:01 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on August 24, 2016, 06:16:56 am
Quote from: Jamberie on August 24, 2016, 03:24:51 am
I'm going to Tenina, I'm going to Tenina....- I'm a little bit excited!


... me too, on 7 September in Melbourne.
I'm going on 10/9 (in Canberra), you'll have to give me any hot tips re things available to purchase/best seats etc!

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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2016, 07:04:54 am
Have fun girls, pity you aren't going on the same night.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 24, 2016, 12:19:14 pm
Make sure you tell her you are a contributing member of this forum ladies. She loves us dearly.
I'm sure you will enjoy her class. The WA one is on tonight. I was going to go as I love her latest book but it's too cold! 
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Post by: Jamberie on August 24, 2016, 12:23:04 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on August 24, 2016, 12:19:14 pm
Make sure you tell her you are a contributing member of this forum ladies. She loves us dearly.
I'm sure you will enjoy her class. The WA one is on tonight. I was going to go as I love her latest book but it's too cold!
I don't know if I could do that Cookie- I'll be too star struck 😊
But I'll be there rain, hail, shine or snow!!!

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Post by: jakodai on August 29, 2016, 01:49:10 am
Last week I bought the Breville Fast Slow Pro (http://www.breville.com.au/the-fast-slow-protm.html). I had the New Wave multicooker, but we didn’t get along. I had a lot of trouble getting it high pressure, if it didn’t get to pressure within its own time limit it would stop and the only way to get it going again was to release all the pressure and start again. I’m glad I bought this one, it’s great!
(http://www.everythingmomandbaby.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/img73c.jpg)
I also bought a pineapple slicer (http://www.everten.com.au/gefu-pineapple-slicer-professional-plus.html) that arrived last week. I make fruit salad to have for morning tea at work, but I hated cutting the pineapple up, and this thing makes it so easy. I’ve used pineapple corers before and they’ve never quite worked, but this one is really easy to use. Plus it has the slicer to the cut the pineapple up into perfect little pieces, and a container to store the sliced pineapple in. Very happy with it, despite its price.
(https://cdn1.everten.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/300x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/g/e/gefu-pineapple-slicer.1454759282.jpg)
I’ve also unfortunately bought some hearing aids… Expensive little buggers, but I have no one to blame but myself. I’ve spent most of my life listening to loud music through headphones, so it was always going to happen. On the bright side, though, I’m hearing things that I haven’t heard for years – I didn’t realise how bad it had gotten.
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2016, 02:18:07 am
Good buys Jakodai.  Good luck with your new hearing aids, at times I think I need them myself especially if I'm down at the kids' place and can hardly hear their TV!
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Post by: jakodai on August 29, 2016, 02:28:06 am
Thanks, JD. They're certainly taking some getting used to. I only have the volume at 80% of the correct volume at the moment, because it was too much to go to the full volume. The audiologist is going to put it up the rest of the way on Wednesday. THAT will be interesting. Things like flushing the toilet and turning light switches on and off are so loud - and the indicator in the car. Apparently I'm talking a lot quieter now, too.
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2016, 02:34:01 am
We have a friend who talks so quietly we can hardly hear him, goodness knows how high they turned his up!  There has to be a happy medium surely.  Geoff needed them a while back but only because certain sounds were not being heard (eg a bird whistling or little girls voices were hard for him) but he then heard things he didn't want to hear (what he called my banging and clanging out in the kitchen). If I went shopping he would use them to watch TV but the minute I came back in he took them out so I didn't bother packing them when he went into care with the noises he'd have to put up with there. He is doing fine without them.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2016, 03:26:46 am
Judy I had a laugh at Geoff and the noises. My father refused to wear hearing aids for that reason.

Jakodai I love your purchases. I think the pineapple slicer looks brilliant. We don't have many pineapples as by the time they get to the west they seem to have no taste. The few we have managed to grow and those we have eaten in QLD have been lovely.
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Post by: judydawn on August 29, 2016, 06:57:12 am
You can imagine how much he hated the noise the TMX made cookie!  I use to warn him if I was going to chop anything, that way it wasn't such a shock to his system and over time he became used to it.  There are a couple of EN's who speak quite loudly in the nursing home and he's told them both they are too loud.  Nothing much I can do about what comes out of his and Mum's mouth sometimes.
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Post by: jakodai on August 29, 2016, 07:10:43 am
lol, I'm sure they're used to it. The thermomix is unbelievably loud now. I took the hearing aid's out when I started using the thermomix, I couldn't handle it. I'm sure it'll get better once my brain gets used to all of these new noises.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 02, 2016, 12:38:01 pm
I bought a new phone this morning. A Samsung Galaxy. My last 4/5 have been hand me downs but they have all died. I just bought a pre paid one and had my SIM card put in it. It's not the Samsung Galaxy 7 that catches fire. 🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒
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Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2016, 01:54:23 pm
I'm glad to hear that cookie!
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 02, 2016, 05:06:05 pm
Quote from: judydawn on September 02, 2016, 01:54:23 pm
I'm glad to hear that cookie!
Me too.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 02, 2016, 10:27:32 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 02, 2016, 05:06:05 pm
Quote from: judydawn on September 02, 2016, 01:54:23 pm
I'm glad to hear that cookie!
Me too.
... and me as well
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Post by: jeninwa on September 03, 2016, 12:13:14 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on September 02, 2016, 10:27:32 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on September 02, 2016, 05:06:05 pm
Quote from: judydawn on September 02, 2016, 01:54:23 pm
I'm glad to hear that cookie!
Me too.
... and me as well
Me three
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Post by: MEP on September 05, 2016, 01:50:37 am
We don't own any Samsung products but I do feel sorry for them about the Galaxy 7. The financial and reputational damage would be significant.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2016, 06:32:02 am
One of their washing machines are known for causing home fires here. I think with this and the Galaxy 7 he will certainly harm their reputation.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 08, 2016, 12:29:15 am
Yesterday, I finally, finally made the decision and bought a new dishwasher.  It is a freestanding Meile.  Now all I have to do is the hard part of sorting out the logistics of arranging delivery to our home in Guildford at the same time / on the same day as the installers (who will also take my crummy old dishwasher away) and for me to be there as well ... piece of cake!!!  :P
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2016, 02:11:28 am
I do love the 'piece of cake' comment Marina. I can only imagine the organisational feat that will be.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 08, 2016, 03:23:08 am
Marina, Good Luck. I know what you mean. We are having Satellite NBN fitted at Cherokee and have been warned that even though we will have an appointment time and day, they may not make it. 
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Post by: judydawn on September 08, 2016, 04:26:48 am
Expect problems Chookie, they may not make that appointment, the next or the next according to the experience a friend had here.  More difficult for you with the travel time involved.

Enjoy your new dishwasher Marina, I hope the appointment runs to schedule.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 08, 2016, 04:54:25 am
Have you ever thought that we have to await our supplier's wishes when it comes to service / times, etc., instead of the other way around?  There was a time when you would be given an appointment and that was it the people would turn up as arranged ... now it is invariably they dictate the terms, and even then you cannot rely on the supplier arriving.

I was recently chatting to a rather well known TV personality who does a 5 minute (usually political) satire  just before the news on ABC TV on Thursdays who was totally peeved (a nice polite word that!) at a national telecommunications company who had not turned up for the third appointment in a row.  With this guy I would be too scared to stand him up in case I ended up as subject matter on one of his programmes  ;D
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Post by: Katj on September 08, 2016, 06:23:57 am
Good luck with your appointments girls. So very frustrating.
I know with services provided in the home we don't get a choice of time, but whenever I make an appointment outside home, ie Doctors, dentists,hairdressers,podiatrist etc, I try to make it far enough in advance so I can get 1st appointment of the day. I'm a very patient person with most things, but having to wait a  for a booked appointment is annoying.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 08, 2016, 09:40:07 am
Quote from: Katj on September 08, 2016, 06:23:57 am
Good luck with your appointments girls. So very frustrating.
I know with services provided in the home we don't get a choice of time, but whenever I make an appointment outside home, ie Doctors, dentists,hairdressers,podiatrist etc, I try to make it far enough in advance so I can get 1st appointment of the day. I'm a very patient person with most things, but having to wait a  for a booked appointment is annoying.
Yes, I always try to get the first appointment for the day as well ... even then the doctor, hairdresser or whomever still manages to be late!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 08, 2016, 12:26:10 pm
I must agree with all the appointment points. I always make my hair appointment for 9am. I'm always there by then, but usually have to wait for my hairdresser to arrive for work! 
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Post by: achookwoman on September 09, 2016, 03:01:25 am
When we had the NBN put on at Invermay, they arrived on time and only took about 1/2 an hour.
So far the company handling Cherokee have been very efficient.  We already have our user name and password and the appointment is 18 days away.
The only problem we have had is of our own making. We have arranged to have 2 GC to stay for that week. They will be delighted as they haven't decided which place they like best. I think Invermay will win out as the chooks and fish are there. However they do like to inspect the Wombat holes.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2016, 06:27:36 am
I had to chuckle at the GC comments Chookie.
I bought a container to put my EVOO in this morning. It is only 500ml but will be fine. I've had DH refilling oil bottles and I am sick of that. I buy the EVOO 3 litres at a time.
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Post by: obbie on September 09, 2016, 11:11:45 pm
I Buy my EVOO in 3 litre cans too Cookie, well everything I can in bulk. :)
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Post by: mcmich on September 11, 2016, 11:58:30 am
Glad you found a dishwasher Marina.
Purchased a soda stream this morning, well actually 2. Went to The Good Guys and bought the middle range one for $119 that only came with 1 bottle. Went to Target and they had a bundle of the same machine with 3 bottles for the same price. I said to DH lets get this one and return the first one. When I got to the counter it was only $65. We hot footed it back to The Good Guys to return our original purchase.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 11, 2016, 08:45:52 pm
Blimey Michele the Target machine was so much cheaper no wonder you returned the Good Guys purchase.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 11, 2016, 09:11:15 pm
Good buy, Michelle.  At first I couldn't figure out why you would want two soda streams but quickly read on and figured it all out.
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Post by: judydawn on September 12, 2016, 12:05:19 am
Great pick up Michele, I love it when what you were going to buy is out on special.  Nice to see you active on here again.
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Post by: astarra on September 12, 2016, 04:51:43 am
My latest purchase  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on September 12, 2016, 06:31:27 am
That looks interesting Astarra.

Well done Mich.
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Post by: judydawn on September 12, 2016, 06:50:58 am
Who put that book out astarra?
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Post by: astarra on September 12, 2016, 07:57:10 am
Quote from: judydawn on September 12, 2016, 06:50:58 am
Who put that book out astarra?
Quote from: judydawn on September 12, 2016, 06:50:58 am
Who put that book out astarra?

www.familyfare.com.au (http://www.familyfare.com.au)
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 12, 2016, 08:11:44 am
After lashing out and buying a dishwasher last week I went mad and bought a Garmin (Fitbit type device) today.  I am determined to try to get fitter and my fingers are crossed that this will be a big help.  So far today (I only put it on 1 hour ago) I have done all of 245 steps ... I am definitely going to have to TRY HARDER!!!
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Post by: mcmich on September 12, 2016, 09:05:01 am
Be prepared Marina, it can become an obsession. I have a waist fitbit and have a 500 step track around my home and a 1200 step up and down my street if I don't reach my goal steps. I get anxious if I don't meet my goal.  :-))
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Post by: judydawn on September 12, 2016, 09:12:50 am
Thanks astarra, there are so many books out there these days.

LOL Marina, good luck with that.  Buy a bigger shop perhaps?
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 12, 2016, 09:24:02 am
Quote from: mcmich on September 12, 2016, 09:05:01 am
Be prepared Marina, it can become an obsession. I have a waist fitbit and have a 500 step track around my home and a 1200 step up and down my street if I don't reach my goal steps. I get anxious if I don't meet my goal.  :-))
I think I will have to try to watch that, Michelle.  It would be very easy to "Garmin Gaze" and fret if you are down on your steps.

... as for a larger shop, Judy, ... we have only just recovered from closing down our second shop, much less finding a bigger one .. whatever happened to retirement??
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Post by: Katj on September 12, 2016, 11:37:37 am
Astarra, the book looks interesting, did you have to pay for postage also?
Where did the book come from, nothing on the website to say who put it together.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 12, 2016, 12:59:07 pm
Well done Michel.  Pays to shop around.
Marina, good luck with the step counter. I have a fit bit and it does become a bit of an obsession. Like Michele, l know where I can walk around the house to get an extra 500 steps in.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 12, 2016, 01:11:34 pm
I love mine too. I have been known to pace around the bedroom to get my steps up at night. 😃😃😃😃
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 12, 2016, 08:53:59 pm
10,000 steps? .... it sounds like I am doomed, I'm going to become a Garmin Gazer!  I would have to walk around our shop 1,000 times to get my steps up - DH will think I have finally "lost it" and gone crazy!

I've figured it out ... when my new dishwasher is in at Guildford, for every dish I put in I will walk around our orchard first, then do the same with each successive dish, that should help!

Oh dear, what have I got myself into?????????
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Post by: gertbysea on September 12, 2016, 11:06:16 pm
I wear my Apple Watch every day and rarely look at it but on Mondays it sends me the summary of my past week exercise and steps and I am often astounded how much I have done and how many kilojoules I have used etc. Thinking of buying the new  updated watch but do I need it????
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Post by: achookwoman on September 12, 2016, 11:23:52 pm
Marina, it is not as hard as it seems. I am always amazed at how many steps I add after dinner. That said, I don't often make 10,000. More often 7,000.
Gert, you are the Apple gadget Queen.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 13, 2016, 02:09:56 am
I aim for 7000 a day Marina. It used to be 10000 but I'm still having trouble with nerves catching in my leg so I have reduced it. My lovely physio suggested it! 

Gert, someone on here said 'if you want it, and you can afford it, go for it. '. I think they are wise words.
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Post by: judydawn on September 13, 2016, 02:45:59 am
Gert probaby said that herself LOL.  I say have whatever you want Gert.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 13, 2016, 10:07:46 am
I try!

Gert
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Post by: MEP on September 13, 2016, 12:47:11 pm
"If you want it, and can afford it, go for it" was also a statement made by Sarah Murdoch with regards to cosmetic surgery.

How do you copy previous post as a quote? I couldn't work this out.
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Post by: judydawn on September 13, 2016, 01:59:12 pm
Quote from: MEP on September 13, 2016, 12:47:11 pm
"If you want it, and can afford it, go for it" was also a statement made by Sarah Murdoch with regards to cosmetic surgery.

How do you copy previous post as a quote? I couldn't work this out.

Just click on 'QUOTE' in the box on the right hand side of the posting that you want to copy and you get what I have posted above MEP.  It comes up in a new comment box.
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Post by: MEP on September 13, 2016, 11:11:33 pm
Thanks Judy. I'm on an iPad and didn't seem to work for me. Can anyone else do this on an iPad or is it just me?
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Post by: astarra on September 14, 2016, 12:19:16 am
Quote from: Katj on September 12, 2016, 11:37:37 am
Astarra, the book looks interesting, did you have to pay for postage also?
Where did the book come from, nothing on the website to say who put it together.

I have no idea about postage sorry, a friend got a few and we brought them off her.  :)
it has so many good family recipes in it, I really love the book. just wish it said how many serves per recipe.

just looked on the website and it said flat rate postage $20.  :) HTH
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Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2016, 12:46:26 am
MEP, I did it on my iPad.
There is another way to do it.  Bring up your box to post something, browse down to the post you want to insert in your post then click on (insert quote) on the RHS.
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Post by: MEP on September 14, 2016, 01:45:15 am
Quote from: astarra on September 14, 2016, 12:19:16 am
Quote from: Katj on September 12, 2016, 11:37:37 am
Astarra, the book looks interesting, did you have to pay for postage also?
Where did the book come from, nothing on the website to say who put it together.

I have no idea about postage sorry, a friend got a few and we brought them off her.  :)
it has so many good family recipes in it, I really love the book. just wish it said how many serves per recipe.

just looked on the website and it said flat rate postage $20.  :) HTH
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Post by: MEP on September 14, 2016, 01:46:55 am
Ah, thanks Judy. The above was my attempt following your instructions. Whikst it displayed ok now, it didn't look that way on my screen earlier. You learn something new everyday.

Thanks again.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 14, 2016, 09:22:00 am
I would be totally lost without my iPad.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 14, 2016, 09:59:32 am
Quote from: cookie1 on September 14, 2016, 09:22:00 am
I would be totally lost without my iPad.
Me too Cookie ;D
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Post by: judydawn on September 14, 2016, 11:09:05 am
I only turn the computer on when I need to print something, sometimes only once a week or fortnight.  When my printer stops working I'll buy one compatible with the iPad as it's my favourite device nowadays. 
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Post by: achookwoman on September 21, 2016, 11:09:21 pm
Yesterday we bought a Husqvana ride on mower. They also gave us a small trailer to attach to the back. Will be delivered today.
Also bought a microscope for our GD for her birthday. It is not a toy but the real thing.
This is one of the things I love about Ballarat. So much available , with little effort.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2016, 04:02:14 am
Mmm. Not sure which I would  like best, probably the ride on mower now a days. I'm sure GD will love the microscope. It is one of those things where it is not worth buying a toy one as they are pretty useless.
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Post by: thermilover on September 22, 2016, 06:19:59 am
Quote from: achookwoman on September 21, 2016, 11:09:21 pm
Also bought a microscope for our GD for her birthday. It is not a toy but the real thing.
This is one of the things I love about Ballarat. So much available , with little effort.
Thats such a lovely gift Chookie, I am sure ur GD would enjoy it... I still remember enjoying my biology labs where we could have a look at Cheek cells, onion cells etc.. it was one of my favs at school :)
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Post by: achookwoman on September 22, 2016, 07:41:32 am
TL, that is nice to know.  GD Jilly has an amazing affinity with animals. Wants to do Biology at Uni. Her science teacher told her parents at teacher/ parent interview that she has an unusually good understanding of the science they are studying. We all found this quite amazing as she is very artistic, plays the Bagpipes and is a good swimmer. We didn't think she was that strong academically. She is 14.
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2016, 10:15:18 am
GD will love it Chookie and Ral will love his ride-on mower too.  Great buys.
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Post by: jeninwa on September 26, 2016, 10:46:30 am
What a lovely gift chookie your GD will love it. I'm sure Rak will love his Ride on mower.
Our bargain today was an out door setting getting ready for summer, (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160926/c90ddcfe13a60de93992ddaabac345bc.jpg)

Can you see my lovely hanging decoration, that went up on day when I wasn't around, I keep threatening to use it as a hanging basket for some plants lol.
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Post by: judydawn on September 26, 2016, 11:34:45 am
Nice setting Jenny. I hope they tied it up correctly LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 26, 2016, 12:33:21 pm
Jenny it is lovely. If we ever get nasty floods you will be right. You can stand on the table to reach the inflatable.
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Post by: Jamberie on September 26, 2016, 01:03:48 pm
The outdoor setting looks great Jenny, and I love your chandelier :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 26, 2016, 07:50:09 pm
Lovely outdoor furniture Jenny. 8) I had a giggle at the hanging decoration. ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on September 27, 2016, 10:07:10 am
Jen, love the outdoor setting. Had a giggle at the comments about the inflatable.
Cookie, well done to in selling your Caravan.
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Post by: mcmich on September 27, 2016, 11:39:24 am
Nice outdoor setting Jen.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 03, 2016, 04:42:13 am
I can't even begin to list all my shopping of late 😄, but a couple were, the Tmx+ mag on preorder,  Tenina's Dinner Spinner (I have the App but prefer the hard copy), and started Christmas shopping for kids online at the Scholastic book sale, well worth a look, some very good prices but a bit of a clunky website.
Also some Tupperware...and new flooring for most of our house including the kitchen ☺
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 03, 2016, 09:16:39 am
An expensive time for you Jamberie. ;)
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Post by: Jamberie on October 03, 2016, 11:27:15 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on October 03, 2016, 09:16:39 am
An expensive time for you Jamberie. ;)
Yes, but thankfully all planned purchases ☺
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Post by: Jamberie on October 03, 2016, 11:29:21 am
Oh I forgot to mention, a new Kitchen Aid 4 slice toaster, it is beautiful and cooks toast perfectly evenly. Highly recommended ☺
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Post by: achookwoman on October 03, 2016, 08:53:24 pm
Wow Jam, you really have gone for it with the shopping. Have fun with all your new goodies.
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2016, 10:30:34 pm
You've been having fun Jamberie. I haven't shopped for ages but with all the vouchers I received for my 70th I'll have plenty of trips to the shopping centre - when I can find the time that is!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 04, 2016, 01:33:25 am
Lovely shopping Jamberie. I can't wait until my toaster dies. I'm having a Kitchen Aid one then. They are amazing. The kettle died about 12 months ago and I bought a KA one and really love it.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 04, 2016, 01:50:25 am
If my Magimix GLASS SISED toaster died I would buy another immediately.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 04, 2016, 05:10:21 am
Ooh, I like being able to see the colour of the toast Gert. Mine usually ends up too burnt for me.
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Post by: gertbysea on October 04, 2016, 07:39:45 am
There was a Russell Hobbs similar last time I looked. It was sold in MYER and much much cheaper than mine. I nearly bought it for a back up but thought noooooooooo. The magimix is so expensive it should see me out!
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Post by: Katj on October 04, 2016, 08:51:34 am
You're on a roll Jam, nice buys.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 05, 2016, 07:40:16 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on October 04, 2016, 01:50:25 am
If my Magimix GLASS SISED toaster died I would buy another immediately.
Oooh a glass toaster! How sensible. Wish I knew about them before. Oh well!
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Post by: achookwoman on October 05, 2016, 11:43:22 pm
Iron and glass(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161005/681968fa7721c703804c702ccb0fd809.jpg)


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Post by: Jamberie on October 10, 2016, 08:53:55 am
New tmx+ book.... I think it is going to be a firm favourite. I have all the mags but this is really useable. Can't wait to have a read (after I read my 230 pages of book club book before our meeting tomorrow!!!)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161010/b81fd2c2abc59f07975863e4eb951c34.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 10, 2016, 09:08:01 am
Lots of reading ahead for you Jamberie ;)
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Post by: Katj on October 10, 2016, 11:32:27 am
Where did you get the book Jamberie?
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Post by: Jamberie on October 11, 2016, 12:53:55 pm
Quote from: Katj on October 10, 2016, 11:32:27 am
Where did you get the book Jamberie?
From here http://books.slatterymedia.com/store

There's a 20% discount if you order before 14/10/16 ☺
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Post by: achookwoman on October 12, 2016, 11:27:12 pm
Ordered this from Book depository. No postage charge. (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161012/34abc14095500b4e4add6334e325f764.png)


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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2016, 09:57:23 am
The TMix+ cookbook is on sale at Big W this week for $26. I bought one this morning.
I love Book Depository Chookie.
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Post by: Jamberie on October 15, 2016, 11:18:47 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 15, 2016, 09:57:23 am
The TMix+ cookbook is on sale at Big W this week for $26. I bought one this morning.
I love Book Depository Chookie.
That's a great price Cookie.  I'm interested to hear what you think of the book. It's great that major stores are stocking thermo cookbooks!
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Post by: Katj on October 16, 2016, 12:02:47 am
I saw that Big W stocked that book, I will check it out this week. The new Gluten a Free book & chip is available from tomorrow. I may go into head office and look at it also. We are not GF, however I saw the contents list some time back for this book and it looked interesting.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 16, 2016, 04:26:54 am
It certainly is Jamberie. Tenina's last book was printed by the same people and was also available from Big W.
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Post by: Bedlam on October 17, 2016, 09:34:50 am
Thanks for letting us know cookie.  Our Big W is one of a few stores operating while the shopping centre undergoes major renovation and although I generally avoid at great cost this might be reason enough to venture in?
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Post by: EmeraldSue on October 17, 2016, 11:06:34 pm
I popped in and bought one too!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 18, 2016, 04:30:34 am
Lovely, we can share successes and failures.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 18, 2016, 11:20:07 pm
Thanks girls. Will check out Ballarat BigW.
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Post by: thermilover on October 18, 2016, 11:35:30 pm
Did a bit of shopping yesterday, a car seat for DD as we may have to use the present one for the baby and a change table for the baby... Didnt buy one the first time due to budget constraints and didnt see the point as you use it only for few months...
But this time, splurging a little bit I guess :D
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Post by: cookie1 on October 19, 2016, 05:56:11 am
The new baby will be honoured to have a couple of things specially for him/her. Are you getting excited Thermilover?
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Post by: thermilover on October 19, 2016, 09:56:30 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on October 19, 2016, 05:56:11 am
The new baby will be honoured to have a couple of things specially for him/her. Are you getting excited Thermilover?
True Cookie, it will be nice to have something new for the baby, I being the younger one of two siblings, I always got my sister's clothes, so know how it feels :D
Actually, I am getting excited and nervous at the same time, not sure how I will be able to manage two kids, think I will just go with the flow :)
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Post by: achookwoman on October 19, 2016, 10:16:24 pm
Thermilover, you will cope. Certainly go with the flow.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 20, 2016, 02:13:18 am
At least with 2 children you have 2 parents, one lap for each child. Go with the flow is the best thing out.
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Post by: Katj on October 20, 2016, 09:32:26 am
Thermilover, you will cope as long as you don't try to be Superwoman.  Get as much rest as 2 kids allow, (not easy I know), and try and have a backup of meals in the freezer.
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Post by: thermilover on October 20, 2016, 10:07:47 pm
Thank you all for the wonderful support :)
Katj, its very true, I was a cleanliness freak before my DD was born but now I dont think about the trivial things any more :) From the time I have stopped making it tough for myself by trying to do everything, I feel much better, so will be taking it easy..
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Post by: Jamberie on October 21, 2016, 12:47:12 am
Yep, Thermilover, my standards have certainly been lowered since having #2! We are also trying to renovate our house, but it's taken a back seat because the house can wait compared to kids ☺


I've just found a stainless steel tray that fits the varoma on the TM Essentials website (perfect for Chookie's lemon chicken and others). For $32.50 I thought it was fairly reasonable, then I'll be able to donate all the bowls Ive kept for the same purpose but don't quite fit!
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Post by: obbie on October 21, 2016, 03:09:59 am
Thermilover, take care, go with the flow, If it doesn't get done / cleaned / sorted today, there is always the next day to do stuff. :)
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Post by: Katj on October 30, 2016, 10:29:15 am
Here is a picture of the Spatulas I bought at IKEA last week. They work really well in the thermomix.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 30, 2016, 10:37:59 am
Thanks Katj :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on October 30, 2016, 12:01:47 pm
I love the colours.
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Post by: mab19 on October 30, 2016, 09:12:13 pm
They are nice and bright Katj.  They'll be easy to find in the drawer :)
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Post by: Katj on October 30, 2016, 09:52:37 pm
Haha Mab, that's another reason I bought them. Most of the cheaper spatulas I have bought in the past are white and whilst they work fine, they do get stained pretty quickly.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 30, 2016, 10:09:43 pm
I bought a makeup powder brush at Supermarket to use with egg wash.  Soft and doesn't drag.
Posted this in another thread, waffle maker , bowl.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 30, 2016, 10:14:40 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on October 30, 2016, 10:09:43 pm
I bought a makeup powder brush at Supermarket to use with egg wash.  Soft and doesn't drag.
Posted this in another thread, waffle maker , bowl.
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Post by: Jamberie on November 03, 2016, 12:42:09 am
I have a collection of those sparulas too, they really are great for the thermomix.
Oh Chookie...that waffle basket maker looks great!
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Post by: trudy on November 03, 2016, 10:37:04 am
Chookie,  I can imagine all the lovely creations that are going to make their way into those bowls.
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Post by: bogie1 on November 08, 2016, 11:57:52 pm
So did anyone buy a waffle bowl maker yet?  Reviews please.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2016, 01:08:37 am
Not me I'm afraid. I only bought my waffle maker fairly recently.

Our latest purchase was a new caravan. We should pick it up in a week or so. We had planned to wait but decided we would get it now, just in case we feel the desire to rush off somewhere. It is an Outback version so will replace the Baby A van as well. It's smaller than our last one at 16 1/2 feet long, but has the ensuite right across the back. Shower in one corner, toilet in the other and basin in the middle. I'm especially pleased as I have room to have the thermomix on the bench and leave the hot plates and all of the sink clear. I will pop a couple of photos in to bore you silly.
DH and I are quite excited about it all.
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Post by: Delightful Den on November 09, 2016, 02:13:14 am
How exciting Cookie!  :)
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2016, 07:37:02 am
That will be wonderful cookie and I'm sure your TMX will love it's spot on the bench.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 09, 2016, 09:02:22 am
A great layout of your new van Cookie.I love the idea that your TM will be on display and ready to use. ;)
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Post by: djinni373 on November 09, 2016, 09:27:46 am
Ohh how exciting Cookie. Great layout. Can't wait to see your photos. Does Outback mean offroad?
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Post by: gertbysea on November 09, 2016, 10:00:25 am
Good one cookie.
Gert
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 09, 2016, 10:07:25 am
Great buy, Cookie.  May it give you many happy memories.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 09, 2016, 09:34:34 pm
Cookie, love the sound of your new van. Congratulations.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 10, 2016, 01:08:05 am
Thanks everyone. It is exciting. A new something is always fun.
Yes Gayle, Outback means off road. We can take this van to Mount Augustus next time.
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Post by: Katj on November 10, 2016, 07:23:51 am
I know how much you and your DH love to get away Cookie, so enjoy your new van.
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Post by: mcmich on November 12, 2016, 03:04:02 pm
Great spatulas and waffle maker.
Cookie, love the van, nice layout.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 13, 2016, 07:52:41 am
Thanks Mich.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 13, 2016, 07:00:13 pm
I bought a ........... no, I can't say, it's part of my SS gift.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 13, 2016, 07:04:19 pm
LOL Marina
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Post by: mcmich on November 13, 2016, 07:06:15 pm
Ah, Marina, you like to keep us in suspence.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2016, 11:38:06 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on November 13, 2016, 07:00:13 pm
I bought a ........... no, I can't say, it's part of my SS gift.

That's teasing.
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Post by: Thermesa on November 14, 2016, 07:41:45 pm
I'm shopping for my secret Santa at work. The friend has recently started a cake decorating business so looking to complement her tools. To the experienced decorators out there, do you have some favorite purchases that might inspire?
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Post by: trudy on November 15, 2016, 04:43:17 am
Cookie, I bet your excited about your new van.  Has Hubby decided where your off to first?
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Post by: mcmich on November 15, 2016, 05:57:21 am
Bought a dress for our anniversary weekend and the hospital Christmas party today from Cue. Also picked up a top from Jaqui E and wanted a pair of navy shorts. Tried Rockmans, Target, Kmart, Susans, Katies (all way too short/too long) and ended back at DJ's buying a pr of Tommy Hilfiger's. They were 25% off or I wouldn't have got them. Happy with the buys.  ;D


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Post by: cookie1 on November 15, 2016, 12:05:59 pm
Lovely shopping Mich.

Trudy we will probably wait until school goes back next year before we go away. We get the van next Tuesday and DH will put special racks in so that our crockery sits up right, poly pipe tubes under for the waste houses etc etc etc.  we always put indoor outdoor carpet through the van too. Then when we come home all we have to do is take it out, put it on the driveway and scrub it with a broom. It keeps the floor of the van ice for when you sell it and I like it underfoot.

He is talking of SA again.
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Post by: judydawn on November 16, 2016, 05:48:09 am
What a great place to visit cookie LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 16, 2016, 09:03:49 am
It is Judy and I even know some people there. ;) ;) ;)
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Post by: trudy on November 16, 2016, 09:32:41 am
Such a nice place and I know you will receive a warm welcome!
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Post by: mcmich on November 17, 2016, 04:34:49 am
Trudy we will probably wait until school goes back next year before we go away.

Are you going to go away for a weekend Cookie just to test the van out?

That's all we've done since getting our "new" van back in August.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 17, 2016, 09:57:11 am
Yes Mich we will certainly try to get away for a few days before Christmas to try the new van.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 17, 2016, 11:38:28 am
Quote from: Thermesa on November 14, 2016, 07:41:45 pm
I'm shopping for my secret Santa at work. The friend has recently started a cake decorating business so looking to complement her tools. To the experienced decorators out there, do you have some favorite purchases that might inspire?
My favourite tool lately is my square scraper, like this one, it makes the dudes and tops of cakes so smooth and straight. Also you can never have enough disposable piping bags. (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161117/8934bb40b7d81e06858648f2977ff07c.png)

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Post by: Katj on November 17, 2016, 10:14:02 pm
DH came home with a copy of Jamie Oliver's new book for me. It's called Super Food Family Classics, it has all the recipes from his new TV show that's on at the moment.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2016, 06:59:52 am
What a lovely DH Katj. I have something similar to that Kim but I use mine for bread, cutting and scraping.
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Post by: mcmich on November 18, 2016, 08:03:09 am
What a thoughtful DH Katj
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 18, 2016, 06:27:11 pm
How lovely of your DH Katj. :)
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Post by: astarra on November 19, 2016, 06:01:35 am
Quote from: Kimmyh on November 17, 2016, 11:38:28 am
My favourite tool lately is my square scraper, like this one, it makes the dudes and tops of cakes so smooth and straight. Also you can never have enough disposable piping bags.

I'm sorry Kimmy .... but you just gave me a great chuckle there...... smooth and straight dudes... 8)
Love it!!!!
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Post by: Katj on November 19, 2016, 11:33:31 pm
Yes ladies, I do indeed have a wonderful thoughtful DH, he has also ordered Quirky Jo's new book that comes out in March. He knows he will be the one to benefit from all the new recipes.
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Post by: Kimmyh on November 22, 2016, 12:24:09 pm
That's funny Astarra. Auto text and me are not friends!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 27, 2016, 03:47:51 am
As mentioned we picked up the new van on Monday. At last I have taken a photo. I will do the inside later as DH is putting indoor/ outdoor carpet through it at the moment. It is too tall to go into our shed so it will be living under this patio roof. The old car is a bit hemmed in at the moment but DH hopes to put a roller door into the back of our third garage so the old car can get out without having to move the van.
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Post by: judydawn on November 27, 2016, 06:47:50 am
It sounds as if you have a bit of juggling to do on the property cookie.  Your DH sure does like to have a project on the go. 
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Post by: cookie1 on November 27, 2016, 08:16:09 am
You know him well Judy.
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Post by: trudy on November 27, 2016, 08:27:05 am
Thanks for the photo's Cookie.  You will get lots of use from your new van.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2016, 09:46:54 am
Looks big Cookie. Oh to have a handy husband!!
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Post by: jeninwa on November 27, 2016, 09:51:02 am
Nice cookie, I know it will get lots of use. I bought the new Indian Thermomix cookbook (well ebook) and hard copy being posted in December. From thermokitchen. The easy chicken curry is delicious.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 27, 2016, 11:32:58 am
It looks interesting Jeninwa.
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Post by: Bedlam on November 27, 2016, 01:12:19 pm
Many great times to be had Cookie
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 27, 2016, 05:14:41 pm
Lovely photos Cookie.Great times ahead for you and DH in your new van.
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Post by: mab19 on November 28, 2016, 02:45:07 am
Nice photos Cookie.  I'm sure you will have lots of good times in the new van.
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Post by: djinni373 on November 28, 2016, 11:09:30 am
Your van looks awesome Cookie. Can't wait to see the inside with carpet. Wow :)
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Post by: obbie on November 28, 2016, 08:42:57 pm
Your van looks great Cookie.. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 29, 2016, 03:00:04 am
Thanks all. DH has finished the carpet and is now lining the drawers with non slip stuff, the one with the holes in it.
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Post by: mcmich on November 29, 2016, 07:36:43 am
Lovely van Cookie. Can't wait for the inside photos.  8)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 08, 2016, 08:18:23 am
I asked DH to take a couple of photos of the inside of the van!  He didn't straighten the bedspread etc!  We won't be using this one, but will use a blue patchwork one that Mum made. It isn't in the van yet.
The photos show the left of the van in one ( kitchen) and the right ( lounge) in the other. The photo of the basin shows the ensuite, the toilet is to the left of the basin and the shower to the right.
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Post by: Kimmyh on December 08, 2016, 12:11:14 pm
Looks very roomy cookie.
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Post by: Bedlam on December 08, 2016, 12:43:52 pm
Jean that looks luxurious, home away from home.  Have you planned the first adventure?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 08, 2016, 03:43:37 pm
Very swish Cookie. :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 08, 2016, 06:30:15 pm
Looks really good, Cookie.  Caravans are so well organised and compact, I am always impressed when I see inside one, your photos are great.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 08, 2016, 10:21:26 pm
Cookie, love the neutral colour. Can add any splash of colour there.
We had the car serviced in Bendigo and I went shopping for small Xmas gifts. There is a fab kitchen shop and a lovely gift shop that has the most unusual selection of books. Bought 3. The most interesting one is how to use the basic Magic Cake recipe to make a variety of different cakes.
Will post photo when we get back to Invermay on Sunday.
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Post by: judydawn on December 08, 2016, 10:44:45 pm
The van looks lovely cookie, what's the thing hanging down over the bed?  Many travelling adventures ahead for you, when and where will the first one be?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 09, 2016, 06:32:57 am
Judy I guess you mean the frame thing. It is a pop top van and that helps you to put the pop top up. We cant put it up under the patio as it is too tall. There is one at each end and you just push it up and it lefts the top. We prefer pop tops as they are so airy.

We had hoped to get away before Christmas but life has descended upon us and I don't think we will be able to. So we will wait until next year when the kidlets go back to school and head off somewhere for a test holiday.
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Post by: judydawn on December 09, 2016, 07:42:13 am
Thanks for the explanation cookie, I was thinking you'd bump your head on it if you sat up quickly LOL.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 09, 2016, 07:16:45 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 09, 2016, 07:42:13 am
Thanks for the explanation cookie, I was thinking you'd bump your head on it if you sat up quickly LOL.
I was wondering what they were as well, Judy .... I thought maybe some sort of clothes frame or something to hang things from.
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Post by: judydawn on December 09, 2016, 11:28:12 pm
Yes it had me stumped too Marina, just shows we don't know much about caravans doesn't it LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 10, 2016, 12:27:50 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 09, 2016, 11:28:12 pm
Yes it had me stumped too Marina, just shows we don't know much about caravans doesn't it LOL.

Pop top ones anyway. I will try to remember to post a photo of it up if I remember.
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Post by: obbie on December 17, 2016, 10:43:51 pm
I bought the kids a fairy floss machine, and a chocolate fountain too :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 18, 2016, 07:48:57 am
They will love those Robyn. Lots of lovely tropical fruit in the chocolate fountain.
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Post by: Katj on December 18, 2016, 10:00:08 pm
Van looks lovely and comfy Cookie, bet you're both itching to get away.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 19, 2016, 04:03:19 am
Thanks Katj.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 19, 2016, 08:44:02 pm
Ral bought me a German made ham knife and garden fork for Xmas. I am buying him a battery operate tree trimmer with a telescopic extender. It has a small chain saw on the end.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 19, 2016, 10:06:31 pm
Lovely gifts to each other Chookie :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2016, 03:29:52 am
We get half a caravan each this year! Although I have tucked a couple of small gifts under the tree too. Bunnings gift cards are the perfect size. We have our anniversary on the 27th so he will get some more then.
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Post by: Katj on December 20, 2016, 08:18:44 am
DH bought our Christmas present online...A new knife block. It is lovely and sooooo sharp.
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Post by: judydawn on December 20, 2016, 09:13:27 am
Just in time for Christmas slicing Katj.
A few years back my SIL was helping carve meat for Christmas lunch at my place.  He tells my DD to 'put a carving knife on the list to buy for your Mum'' which she did for Mothers' Day.  They are still going strong but I no longer host family at this time of the year.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2016, 09:14:23 am
A least you have a lovely sharp knife Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on December 20, 2016, 09:15:43 am
A whole block of knives cookie!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2016, 11:28:15 am
Even better.  ;D :D
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Post by: achookwoman on December 21, 2016, 08:51:53 pm
Cookie, I had a smile at the date of your wedding anniversary. You must have been teachers. Ours is in January. 1/2 a caravan each sounds pretty good to me.
Judy, it is always handy to have good knives.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 22, 2016, 04:06:04 am
So true Chookie. DH was actually doing his National Service at the time. (when you got balloted for conscription) and we knew he would be home for Christmas. Boxing day had exorbitant charges so we went for the next day.
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Post by: mcmich on December 22, 2016, 05:51:18 am
What a sweet wedding day story Cookie.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 22, 2016, 07:26:47 am
Thank you. It was a long time ago (44years) and yet in many ways it only seems like yesterday.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 27, 2016, 09:12:31 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 22, 2016, 05:51:18 am
What a sweet wedding day story Cookie.  :)
Quote from: cookie1 on December 22, 2016, 07:26:47 am
Thank you. It was a long time ago (44years) and yet in many ways it only seems like yesterday.
Agree with both comments. It will be 53 years for us this January.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2016, 12:53:15 am
That is wonderful Chookie. You and Ral are such a lovely couple. You both chose very well. A very Happy Anniversary for January.
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Post by: mcmich on December 28, 2016, 09:20:30 am
That's lovely Chookie.

DH wants to buy another fridge for the van as we only have a small fridge. He was looking at the Angler 240v esky type ones but they are $1400 for the size we want and then was looking at bar fridges which we would have load and unload. I've put him off for now. It defeats the purpose and simplicity for me of being in a caravan. You may as well hook up the house and take it on holiday. For now we have the drinks in an esky with ice.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2016, 08:42:40 am
We have an Engel that stays in the car Mich. We bought our first one 36 years ago and we are now on our second one. It's good when you leave the van behind and go off in the car, you can pack a sandwich in there and cold drinks.
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Post by: mcmich on December 29, 2016, 10:02:45 am
Quote from: cookie1 on December 29, 2016, 08:42:40 am
We have an Engel that stays in the car Mich. We bought our first one 36 years ago and we are now on our second one. It's good when you leave the van behind and go off in the car, you can pack a sandwich in there and cold drinks.

So it's an Engel (must DH's funny/weird accent  :-))). How many litres is it Cookie? May be able to find one second hand.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2016, 12:08:33 pm
DH is on the phone ATM Mich. I'll ask him when he gets off, but he can talk for ages!
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Post by: achookwoman on December 29, 2016, 08:49:20 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 29, 2016, 08:42:40 am
We have an Engel that stays in the car Mich. We bought our first one 36 years ago and we are now on our second one. It's good when you leave the van behind and go off in the car, you can pack a sandwich in there and cold drinks.
We also have a very large one that we leave in the car . Removed it on Xmas Day to store the drinks.
Strongly recommend it.
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Post by: mcmich on December 30, 2016, 04:28:08 am
Two recommendations, will have to look into it.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2016, 04:58:44 am
Our Engel is a 40 litre one Mich. We bought our first one in 1981 and sold it only to update to a newer one  20 years later. A friend bought it and it's still going strong. Often at Caravan and Camping Shows Engel usually have special deals going.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2016, 05:57:26 am
Michele, our Engel is also about 40 litres. We can use it in the car or plug it in at home.
In one of the cars it continues to run when the car is switched off. In the other car it stops running when the car is off.
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Post by: mcmich on December 30, 2016, 06:08:52 am
Thanks Cookie and Chookie. The 40L is the one we were looking at.
The Newcastle camping and caravan show is on in February - would like something sorted before we go to Rockhampton at Easter.
Chookie, if it keeps going when the car is switched off does it drain the car battery?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 30, 2016, 07:25:12 am
I believe they can Mich. We have 2 batteries in both our cars so that one can run the Engel all night if we are free camping. The next day the second battery gets charged up. It's all a bit technical for me but if you need to know I can get DH to email you.
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Post by: mcmich on December 30, 2016, 08:38:52 am
Thanks Cookie. May have to get another battery too.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 01, 2017, 09:23:45 pm
Yes it does drain the battery but as we don't use it for camping this is ok for us. Most people have a second battery.
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Post by: mcmich on January 02, 2017, 05:00:21 am
Thanks Cookie and Chookie. DH is quite mechanical minded so he would probably be able to work it out. I'm looking on gumtree for a sceond hand one but when DH read your posts and saw that you guys have had them for years he thinks it will be worth investing in a new one.
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Post by: obbie on January 02, 2017, 07:15:42 am
we have a engal car fridge too, quite old, but works really well for us. :)
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Post by: mcmich on January 02, 2017, 08:37:22 am
Well with a third recommendation, seems like it is a no brainer.
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Post by: obbie on January 02, 2017, 09:35:22 pm
going to buy a small bar freezer today, and some bed side tables, and I think we are ready.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 03, 2017, 01:22:46 am
Well done, Robyn.  Good luck with it all.
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Post by: obbie on January 03, 2017, 11:20:28 pm
DH is off to buy a new dishwasher. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on January 05, 2017, 10:14:23 pm
Obbie, all sounds good. You will be able to keep an eye on things being next door. 
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Post by: obbie on January 06, 2017, 04:04:57 am
Can't wait for the first booking..

"https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/16571630"
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2017, 05:22:31 am
It looks very nice Robyn.
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Post by: mcmich on January 06, 2017, 06:08:02 am
Very nice Robyn. Your hair is all long again too.
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Post by: obbie on January 06, 2017, 07:05:14 am
a bit shorter than that Michelle, I had to use a photo with a face..  I need a haircut, but have to wait till everyone opens next week. :)
Thanks for the meal planner again Cookie.. ;)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 06, 2017, 09:55:58 am
Looks very good Robyn.I hope you get lots of bookings :)
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Post by: judydawn on January 06, 2017, 10:45:44 am
A lovely house Robyn, good luck with your venture. We toured that area back in the early 90's - loved it up there.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 06, 2017, 11:34:42 am
No worries Robyn.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 06, 2017, 07:41:48 pm
The house looks great.  Good luck with the venture.
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Post by: Bootobethin on January 07, 2017, 01:00:29 am
 Cookie could I trouble you to email your meal planner to me please.
I have sent you a DM


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Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2017, 11:33:53 am
Bootebethin I don't have your DM but will send you the menu planner tomorrow.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2017, 06:21:10 am
I was sent an awesome rice ball maker by Mandy from Crio Bru. She used to work with Tenina. It is the most amazing little gadget. I made Power Balls without getting dough all over me, they are the same size
And it was quick to use.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 22, 2017, 09:42:41 am
A very handy gadget Cookie.
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Post by: astarra on January 23, 2017, 05:49:48 am
Look good cookie.

I got this today http://www.tefal.com.au/Cooking-appliances/Grills-%26-Sandwich-Presses/Tefal%C2%AE-Snack-Collection-%E2%80%93-Multi-function-Sandwich-Press-/p/1500637095 (http://www.tefal.com.au/Cooking-appliances/Grills-%26-Sandwich-Presses/Tefal%C2%AE-Snack-Collection-%E2%80%93-Multi-function-Sandwich-Press-/p/1500637095) :)

Now to find some recipes to try it out on :)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 23, 2017, 11:57:27 am
Very nice Astarra.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 23, 2017, 12:00:08 pm
Some lovely snacks coming Astarra.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 23, 2017, 07:50:10 pm
That look like a very versatile machine.  Hope you make loads with it.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 23, 2017, 07:52:37 pm
Astarra, very handy having all those things in one appliance. Well done.
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Post by: mcmich on January 23, 2017, 07:56:42 pm
Love the look of the rice ball maker Cookie. Wow looks like a very handy appliance Astarra.
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Post by: mab19 on January 23, 2017, 09:12:16 pm
Nice buys Astarra and Cookie
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Post by: obbie on January 23, 2017, 11:27:44 pm
cookie that looks good, where do i buy them. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 24, 2017, 06:35:48 am
I was very fortunate to be given mine Robyn by the Crio Bru lady, Mandy. You can get them at rice_cube I think.
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Post by: mcmich on January 24, 2017, 06:38:45 am
Do you think it would work for arancini Cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on January 24, 2017, 06:41:48 am
Yes I think so Mich. I think I saw it on the web site when I had a look.
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Post by: mcmich on January 24, 2017, 06:46:48 am
Thanks
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Post by: achookwoman on January 24, 2017, 09:07:38 pm
Report.
Dyson fan.
Ral bought me a large Dyson fan for Xmas.
Pros, has an air filter, adjustable speed and oscillates. Very easy to shift around. All controlled by a remote controller.
Cons, expensive.
In Winter we will use it to shift the warm air from the air con around the room.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 24, 2017, 09:14:22 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on January 24, 2017, 09:07:38 pm
Report.
Dyson fan.
Ral bought me a large Dyson fan for Xmas.
Pros, has an air filter, adjustable speed and oscillates. Very easy to shift around. All controlled by a remote controller.
Cons, expensive.
In Winter we will use it to shift the warm air from the air con around the room.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2017, 07:38:53 am
It's very good to know that they are good Chookie. You don't mind paying if the product is good.
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Post by: mcmich on January 25, 2017, 09:19:29 am
Many years ago, I was in Bunnings with my son who was about 20 yrs old at the time. Our CMO from the hospital was there at the same time and we were exchanging pleasantries when my not so DS had his head through a round dyson fan and yelled out "Hey mum, how cool is this". I just looked at the CMO and said "Who is that child and why is he calling me mother?"
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Post by: cookie1 on January 25, 2017, 11:41:39 am
Love it Mich.
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Post by: judydawn on January 25, 2017, 01:28:56 pm
LOL.  I'm sure your CMO saw the funny side of it Michele.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 25, 2017, 09:26:04 pm
Great, Michele. I forgot to mention that there are no blades fir littlies to stick their fingers in. Heads are a different matter.
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Post by: mcmich on January 26, 2017, 06:07:30 am
Quote from: achookwoman on January 25, 2017, 09:26:04 pm
Great, Michele. I forgot to mention that there are no blades fir littlies to stick their fingers in. Heads are a different matter.
Don't think it will matter Chookie, my son came out unscathed. As long as they turn their  heads if it's on ocsillate.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2017, 11:39:21 am
I went out to thermomix HO yesterday to get some new blades for my 31. I resisted lots of stuff but found I couldn't resist this.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 02, 2017, 01:59:07 pm
Cookie, OOH, does look interesting. Let us know what you think.
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Post by: judydawn on February 02, 2017, 10:56:49 pm
Do you have her other books cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on February 03, 2017, 04:06:16 am
I have her first one Judy. I spent a while looking through this one and found at least 6 things I would make and that is my usual criteria. I bought the chip as well as DD likes using the chip, over riding its instructions when she feels the need!
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Post by: Katj on February 03, 2017, 10:41:34 am
Nice to treat yourself sometimes Cookie. It looks interesting.
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Post by: judydawn on February 03, 2017, 10:47:09 am
I look forward to reading your reviews if and when you try some of the recipes cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2017, 08:10:21 pm
Bought 2 pairs of shoes. Ecco. Both walking shoes. One black and one pair salmon coloured.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 04, 2017, 05:48:07 am
I have a pair of Ecco sandals - love them and have had them for years, but the shop I bought them from has moved / closed ... where did you get yours, Chookie - In Melbourne or Ballarat?
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Post by: achookwoman on February 04, 2017, 09:11:01 pm
Marina, I bought them in Melbourne , an Ecco shop in the Emporium. Expensive but10% off at the moment.
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Post by: judydawn on February 22, 2017, 10:24:55 am
I haven't bought a cook book for some time but I'm so glad I bought this one from Amazon Book Depository, all the calorie counting is done for me. I'll be making heaps of recipes from this one.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 22, 2017, 07:58:40 pm
Looks an interesting cookery book Judy.  :)
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2017, 12:17:39 am
She's an American lady Denise so I do have to recalculate the recipes to metric but I don't mind doing that. I follow her on FB and didn't even realise I already had her first book in my book case!
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Post by: achookwoman on February 23, 2017, 12:25:55 am
Looks good Judy. Let us know what you make.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2017, 09:14:46 am
Very exciting Judy. After you mentioned her on here I've been looking at her recipes.
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Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2017, 01:09:36 pm
Oops,I bought the book at Book Depository not Amazon.
Will comment on any recipes I make, maybe I'll even convert some for the TMX.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2017, 05:45:46 am
I love Book Depository.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 26, 2017, 01:27:29 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on February 24, 2017, 05:45:46 am
I love Book Depository.
I do also.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2017, 11:31:32 am
I stopped off at Kitchen Warehouse today as they were offering these Russian Icing nozzles to VIP customers for $12. They make pretty flowers. DD enjoys icing cupcakes so I knew she would love them.
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2017, 12:01:45 pm
Good buy cookie. Will look forward to DD using them so that we can see the photos.
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Post by: Katj on March 19, 2017, 12:19:50 am
Interesting Cookie, it's rare to see things from Russia in the shops here.
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Post by: obbie on March 19, 2017, 11:23:08 pm
I have been buying heart shape cookie cutters, that's  all
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Post by: cookie1 on March 27, 2017, 01:57:18 pm
When I was on DD's computer a week or so ago my fingers sort of slipped and ordered these books from Book Depository.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 09, 2017, 07:32:55 am
Naughty fingers Cookie. Look good.
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Post by: mcmich on April 16, 2017, 03:19:37 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on March 27, 2017, 01:57:18 pm
When I was on DD's computer a week or so ago my fingers sort of slipped and ordered these books from Book Depository.

Thermomix, slippery fingers and cook books. I'm sure there has to be a pill to help us.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2017, 08:49:07 am
ROFL.
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Post by: judydawn on April 17, 2017, 09:38:28 am
Yes, they would sell out very quickly if there was one Michele. Nice to hear from you again.
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Post by: JulieO on April 20, 2017, 05:37:17 am
Quote from: cookie1 on March 27, 2017, 01:57:18 pm
When I was on DD's computer a week or so ago my fingers sort of slipped and ordered these books from Book Depository.

Oooh, nice buying there Cookie.  When my finger slips it's usually when looking at clothes/shoes  :-[
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Post by: cookie1 on April 20, 2017, 01:20:08 pm
Hi JulieO. Yes, finger slips can be fun! 
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Post by: achookwoman on April 21, 2017, 11:06:37 pm
Rals new tractor.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170421/1e6dfe4f6582d592c2d5473752ed2909.jpg)


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Post by: gertbysea on April 22, 2017, 12:36:22 am
Very sexy tractor. Me want.

Gert
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Post by: Jamberie on April 22, 2017, 05:53:19 am
Oh what a beautiful tractor!!! I want one too!!!

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Post by: judydawn on April 22, 2017, 09:07:59 am
That's a big boys' toy Chookie, I can just see Ral on that with you telling him where to dig next.   I think I'd enjoy a ride on that a lot more than the Polaris LOL.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 22, 2017, 10:44:17 am
A lovely looking tractor Chookie.Ral is going to have fun using (playing) with it ;)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 22, 2017, 01:54:46 pm
I love the tractor too. Just imagine all the things you can do with it. Have fun with it Ral.
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Post by: obbie on April 23, 2017, 12:16:54 am
Had to go buy a new dishwasher yesterday.. :)
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Post by: Katj on April 23, 2017, 12:47:42 am
I'm sorry Robin, but somehow a new dishwasher doesn't seem as exciting  as Ral's new tractor.
A nice purchase Chookie! So many possibilities!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 23, 2017, 04:47:01 am
ROFL. 
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Post by: achookwoman on April 23, 2017, 10:52:52 pm
Quote from: Katj on April 23, 2017, 12:47:42 am
I'm sorry Robin, but somehow a new dishwasher doesn't seem as exciting  as Ral's new tractor.
A nice purchase Chookie! So many possibilities!
Ha, have to agree.
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Post by: obbie on April 24, 2017, 01:12:15 am
Oh well, Glad I didn't have to buy another tractor. Ours is fine. ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 24, 2017, 08:54:33 am
Went to the Home Show on Friday and was really well behaved .... except that I bought some kitchen silicone sheets from a local 'start up' producer.  We saw some fabulous kitchen units, though, so I may have to follow up on them when we do our extension later this year  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on April 24, 2017, 10:34:37 am
That sounds exciting Marina.
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Post by: judydawn on April 24, 2017, 12:06:20 pm
So a new kitchen is on the cards Marina, sounds good to me.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 24, 2017, 01:56:27 pm
Quote from: judydawn on April 24, 2017, 12:06:20 pm
So a new kitchen is on the cards Marina, sounds good to me.
Me too.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 24, 2017, 09:10:07 pm
Yes, a new kitchen, very exciting and I am looking forward to it, but it will have to be very modest - it will be hard not to go mad on spending, though.  Still a long way off, maybe the end of this year or early next year, the architect is just at the construction drawing stage and we are not in a hurry ... impatient as anything, but not hurrying it (saving as much as we can just now so the more time we have to save the less the mortgage will be - or that's our thinking, anyway).
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Post by: achookwoman on April 25, 2017, 12:38:03 am
Marina, very exciting.
We are amazed at the craftsmanship the carpenter and his son did with our new book shelves so now have contracted him to do the study.
It has taken us 3 days to sort and stack the new book shelves.
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Post by: judydawn on April 25, 2017, 07:34:55 am
3 days, wow!  Now, can you find a particular book within seconds Chookie? That's my problem, I tidy the bookcase then can't find anything, the exception is my Thermomix books as they are all stacked together of course.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 25, 2017, 09:34:38 pm
Ah, yes, bookshelves ... another thing to go on my list for the renovation (I had forgotten about them).  One thing I am really pushing is incorporating storage cupboards, I notice modern houses don't seem to have much in the way of storage space and that drives me batty!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 26, 2017, 01:04:08 am
Marina. I thoroughly agree. When we designed the house at Cherokee we built in lots of storage. We like drawers better than cupboards. Really missing these drawers. I think that under bench storage should be drawers.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2017, 12:49:38 pm
I think drawers are the best too. Sadly I didn't realise it when we built this house.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 26, 2017, 09:25:42 pm
Yes, I am definitely a drawers person as well, although some of the units we saw at the home show incorporated such innovative and clever fittings in their cupboards that I was almost surprised to think that I liked that concept still.  Time will tell.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 27, 2017, 02:09:46 am
Very exciting times ahead for you.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 27, 2017, 12:18:28 pm
Bought 2 beautiful lamp shades. Photo tomorrow.
Also electric blanket for GS bed, here.
A Dyson dust buster. On Super sale.
Finally had hair cut, badly needed.
Non stick bucket for daughter for birthday, for herAir Fryer.

Marina, some of the European drawer fittings are amazing.
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Post by: Katj on April 28, 2017, 01:43:49 am
I love drawers also. In our kitchen (which was renovated before we moved in) there is 4 banks of drawers plus cupboards. I even have my spice bottles laying down in a drawer right under the cooktop, so handy!
We got some liners from IKEA that have rubber ridges so the bottles don't roll around.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 28, 2017, 02:16:28 am
I love that liner stuff Katj. We have it in every cupboard and drawer in the van.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 01, 2017, 05:31:30 am
New lamp shade. Bought 2.
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Post by: mab19 on May 01, 2017, 05:48:18 am
That's a lovely lamp Chookie.
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Post by: judydawn on May 01, 2017, 09:36:49 am
Very classy Chookie.  I love it.

This afternoon I visited a cheap pot place not too far from us - all this for $243 which included 5 bags of potting mix, not bad aye!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 01, 2017, 09:50:10 am
That's a lovely lamp Chookie. Judy you have some amazing shape pots there. What are you planning to put in them? All succulents?
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Post by: judydawn on May 01, 2017, 11:12:59 am
Yes probably cookie, they will fill up all the empty areas where the aloes were and the plants won't get out of control in the pots.  I can break off bits and pieces all around my front garden to put in the pots but I might have to buy some lower clumping type varieties for the two big tub like containers.

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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 01, 2017, 06:22:34 pm
A beautiful lamp and shade Chookie. 8)

Lovely pots Judy and they were reasonably priced. 8)
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Post by: achookwoman on May 01, 2017, 11:20:11 pm
Very good buy Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on May 05, 2017, 09:26:30 am
New tyres for the car today, another job out of the way before winter.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 05, 2017, 12:54:34 pm
It is good to have them before winter arrives Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on May 05, 2017, 01:33:55 pm
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Post by: achookwoman on May 05, 2017, 11:18:29 pm
Judy, tyres, usually an expensive job but necessary.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 06, 2017, 09:28:38 am
Quote from: achookwoman on May 05, 2017, 11:18:29 pm
Judy, tyres, usually an expensive job but necessary.
So true Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 23, 2017, 09:32:39 pm
I got deeply into self torture yesterday and went out to buy some new clothes  :o  My colleague at work threatened me with retribution if I came back empty handed (which I usually do as I hate clothes shopping).  As it happened, I actually managed to find a couple of pairs of trousers which I liked - well, not EXACTLY  a couple of pairs - just one pair that 'did the job' so I purchased a second pair to save me having to shop again any time soon!!!  This must have been about the 6th time I had gone out to buy trousers so I guess it could be called a wildly successful excursion for me  ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on May 23, 2017, 11:45:35 pm
Marina, you always look terrific so I am amazed that you hate shopping. I love shopping but don't often get a chance, especially for clothes. Yesterday I bought a pair of shoes on sale. Most impractical, pale pinky fawn colour with cut outs.
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Post by: judydawn on May 24, 2017, 01:20:02 am
Your stories make me laugh Marina. I know someone who buys 2 of everything.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 24, 2017, 12:16:31 pm
I'm pleased that you found something Marina.
Chookie your new shoes sound beautiful.

I ran amok here in Carnarvon. They have a lovely shop that sells jams, chutneys and fruit leather from their own fruits. While we were there we both had a magnificent Mango Smoothie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 24, 2017, 01:48:55 pm
It looks a great haul Cookie :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 24, 2017, 09:37:57 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on May 23, 2017, 11:45:35 pm
Marina, you always look terrific so I am amazed that you hate shopping. I love shopping but don't often get a chance, especially for clothes. Yesterday I bought a pair of shoes on sale. Most impractical, pale pinky fawn colour with cut outs.

It's good to be impractical now and then Chookie, glad you went for those shoes.

Cookie, those goodies from Carnarvon look and sound wonderful.
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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2017, 01:06:46 am
Nice buys cookie, you obviously found room in the van for them.
Chookie, your new shoes sound very pretty and perfect for when you're relaxing.

I've scattered the pots throughout the renovated area cookie, they are filled with succulents from my own garden.  I need some more but haven't had the time to get back to the pot shop yet.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 25, 2017, 01:41:18 pm
I havejust had 2 lovely days shopping. Bought lots of bits and pieces that I haven't had time to buy since shifting.  Ral gives me a very nice gift card from DJ's each year. I am very mean and careful using it :-))

Cookie, isn't it fun buying and trying things that you could make. I often pay an outrageous price for something so that I can make it at home. I bought a small jar of nut paste for $12. Made it for $4. Also some Almonds baked in pesto for $15. Made for $5.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 26, 2017, 09:18:53 am
Reported to moderator in case this is a scam
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 01, 2017, 07:53:37 am
I had to go and buy a new heater for work today and ended up at The Good Guys’ shop in Preston (Melbourne).  I got the heater – fairly boring shopping – but the highlight was that there was a small area for Lakeland products (the English company).  They have very good products and I used to get lots of stuff from them when we lived in Scotland, but nothing since leaving … now I know where to go to feed my addiction.  I was really restrained and only purchased a colander of a type that I have never seen before – it has drainage holes right around it, very similar to a sieve.  I will be so glad to see the back of my ‘traditional’ style colander which always drove me mad as there was always water left on the bottom.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2017, 12:38:05 pm
That sounds brilliant Marina.

Does anyone have a Dyson stick cleaner please? I'm thinking of getting one to pick up bits in our living area each day and was wondering which is the best.
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Post by: judydawn on June 01, 2017, 03:16:26 pm
I love my Dyson cookie. I don't think I have ever run around with a vacuum cleaner before like I do with this light machine.  I intend sometimes just doing the kitchen but end up doing the whole house as it's that easy. My normal Hoover upright now feels like a tonne of bricks.  I just bought the cheapest one they had and I make sure it's emptied after each vacuum (that can be a bit fiddly until you get the hang of it), I clean the filter once a month and it does the whole house on a single charge. I have wooden floors, tiles and my carpet pile is very low (necessary for the wheelchair days) so I can't speak for what it's like on normal household carpet.  I love the fact it's so light and there are no cords.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 01, 2017, 04:09:13 pm
I love Lakeland Marina and spend a fortune if let loose in one of their stores LOL.

Love love my Dyson Cookie. As Judy says it's so light and normal cleaners feel so heavy after using one. I have the "Animal"  because of Chance but DS has the "Fluffy" because he has hardwood floors.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 01, 2017, 09:25:31 pm
I bought a Dyson when they were a fairly new concept on the market - it was an upright, way before the days of the light ones now available.  I always thought I had a fairly clean carpet at home until I used the Dyson for the first time - I couldn't believe how much it picked up off the floor.  I must admit I now have a Miele and love it, but I will never forget the first time I used that old Dyson, it did years and years of hard service before finally curling up its cord for the last time.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 02, 2017, 12:23:39 am
Cookie, we have a Dyson. Love it. Have had it for years. Recently bought a similar machine by Bosch. I prefer the Dyson action better when vacuuming. The Bosch one is the animal hair one and certainly does a good job on DD dogs hair.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 02, 2017, 12:55:51 am
I agree about the Dyson. It is amazing. Unbelievable in fact . Mine is on of the cheapest uprights and when I have lent it for others to try they are also amazed. It picked up dog hairs where I swear there were none. Now, sadly, there are no dog hairs.  I even use it on the outside patio and garage to pick up leaves and dirt.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on June 02, 2017, 06:35:17 am
Thanks everyone. I have an upright Dyson and love it to bits. I thought the stick one would be handy for bird feathers/seed etc. I did read that some people get zapped with them and was concerned. It is apparently static electricity when you use it on carpets. I have enough trouble now with getting zapped on various things. I'm thinking very seriously about it.
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Post by: obbie on June 03, 2017, 07:48:21 am
I had a dyson  for about 8 years, we bought another one 2 years ago. love them.

I bought a new slow cooker today, a 3 in 1 :)
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 02:21:41 am
Another visit to the cheap pot place, bought some of his plants today - so much cheaper than prices at nurseries.
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 02:25:29 am
Plants
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 02:27:34 am
More plants. Because I buy a lot each time I go there, he reduces the prices even more and gives great deals on the pots.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 05, 2017, 02:35:20 am
Good on you Judy. They all look lovely. I'm sending over some lovely growing weather. Very sunny, but not too hot. No rain though. 😂😂😂
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Post by: gertbysea on June 05, 2017, 08:36:31 am
You are going nuts now the weather is a bit cooler.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 09:28:34 am
Yes but now I must stay away from that place Gert, enough is enough!
It's nice gardening weather now that it's cooler but we do need that rain cookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 05, 2017, 09:34:16 am
Judy, do you know what the name of the plant with the yellow 'centre' is, the one at the back right hand side?  Is it a succulent?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 05, 2017, 10:17:35 am
Marina, I think it is an ornamental cabbage. At Vilandry garden in France they have lots of them. Some have purple centres.
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Post by: Karen Hood Lingard on June 05, 2017, 11:23:38 am
Quote from: maddy on July 11, 2011, 01:33:24 pm
Oh dear....just received an update from Bakerella's site.....hence the picture below of what I just purchased on Book depository  :P

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check out this cupcake/cake store.....dreamy!
http://www.bakerella.com/miette/

OMG I have just had a look at this site, I wish we had this in Australia
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Post by: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 12:46:32 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 05, 2017, 09:34:16 am
Judy, do you know what the name of the plant with the yellow 'centre' is, the one at the back right hand side?  Is it a succulent?

Yes they are all succulents Marina but none have names on them.  The yellow leaves may just be the new growth, it doesn't look like an ornamental cabbage Chookie, it only has a tiny leaf.

I can email you a close up of it tomorrow Marina then you could take it to a nursery, perhaps they could identify it for you.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 05, 2017, 12:48:37 pm
Excellent buys Judy 8)
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 05, 2017, 09:03:58 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 05, 2017, 12:46:32 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 05, 2017, 09:34:16 am
Judy, do you know what the name of the plant with the yellow 'centre' is, the one at the back right hand side?  Is it a succulent?

Yes they are all succulents Marina but none have names on them.  The yellow leaves may just be the new growth, it doesn't look like an ornamental cabbage Chookie, it only has a tiny leaf.

I can email you a close up of it tomorrow Marina then you could take it to a nursery, perhaps they could identify it for you.

Thanks, Judy, that would be appreciated.
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Post by: mab19 on June 06, 2017, 07:07:29 am
I went shopping today with DH and we bought ourselves a new bed.  We have had the old one for about 25 years so it was about time for a new one.  I chose QS this time, forgetting that all my sheets etc are DB, oh well some more shopping needed. :) :)
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Post by: cookie1 on June 06, 2017, 07:20:40 am
Quote from: mab19 on June 06, 2017, 07:07:29 am
I went shopping today with DH and we bought ourselves a new bed.  We have had the old one for about 25 years so it was about time for a new one.  I chose QS this time, forgetting that all my sheets etc are DB, oh well some more shopping needed. :) :)

Margaret how did you manage that? Our bed was bought in 1990 when we were transferred to the bush. We still have it and desperately need a new one. I dropped hints for a few years but now I just state "we need a new bed!" I'm not really getting anywhere.

Enjoy your shopping for linen and your new bed.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 06, 2017, 07:46:31 am
Just go buy one cookie. Probably full of cooties by now. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on June 06, 2017, 02:03:39 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 06, 2017, 07:46:31 am
Just go buy one cookie. Probably full of cooties by now. LOL!

Gert

You are so right about bugs and things Gert.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 06, 2017, 08:59:59 pm
All of our mattresses are 'memory foam' and they are really comfortable.  The first one we bought is the most comfortable, but is also very hot for some reason (I think it was one of the Tempur brand), we don't know why that is, it just is.  Our 2nd and 3rd ones (we have 3 beds!) are great.  You are advised not to use electric blankets with them and, in fact, I don't even use winter sheets on our city bed, but we need everything we have got on our Guildford ones because it can get really, really cold there at night.  I use a wheat bag during winter.

As Gert says, Cookie, just go out and get one.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 06, 2017, 09:55:36 pm
We bought a new Queen size bed for Invermay. The trick with the linen is to measure the side drop. Sheridan, who have a seconds shop in Ballarat,say all their sheets now have 40 cm side drops. This was just enough for a tight fit for the new mattress. Love good bed linen.
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Post by: judydawn on June 07, 2017, 02:26:38 am
Oh you certainly do Chookie.  I felt like a Queen whilst staying with you at Cherokee, the bed and linen was superb.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 02:21:37 am
Yesterday, I was a bit naughty while in Melbourne. Visited Readings on the way home and bought a couple of books.
The one on cooking is strongly orientated towards American Bloggers. However there are some lovely recipes.
Will review the others when I have time.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 02:24:05 am
Quote from: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 02:21:37 am
Yesterday, I was a bit naughty while in Melbourne. Visited Readings on the way home and bought a couple of books.
The one on cooking is strongly orientated towards American Bloggers. However there are some lovely recipes.
Will review the others when I have time.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 14, 2017, 09:07:04 am
Oh, I'm jealous. I love Readings. I love Melbourne too but I can't see me getting over there for a while.
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 09:42:31 am
 Nice to see you filling those gaps you made in your book case when you had a recent clean out Chookie LOL.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 14, 2017, 10:34:53 am
Quote from: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 09:42:31 am
Nice to see you filling those gaps you made in your book case when you had a recent clean out Chookie LOL.

Chookie cannot help herself Judy!!   
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Post by: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 10:48:09 am
No she can't Gert, cooking is her passion though so it's understandable.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 01:28:39 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 10:48:09 am
No she can't Gert, cooking is her passion though so it's understandable.
I think it is a disease. Wish I could shake it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 14, 2017, 04:32:09 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 09:42:31 am
Nice to see you filling those gaps you made in your book case when you had a recent clean out Chookie LOL.
LOL
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 14, 2017, 09:22:03 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 01:28:39 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 10:48:09 am
No she can't Gert, cooking is her passion though so it's understandable.
I think it is a disease. Wish I could shake it.
It is a good disease, even though it is very common and extremely contagious  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on June 15, 2017, 02:43:01 am
Yes I agree, it's harmless and why shouldn't we do things we enjoy.  Keep it up Chookie LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2017, 07:57:58 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 14, 2017, 09:22:03 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on June 14, 2017, 01:28:39 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 14, 2017, 10:48:09 am
No she can't Gert, cooking is her passion though so it's understandable.
I think it is a disease. Wish I could shake it.
It is a good disease, even though it is very common and extremely contagious  ;D

My new motto ( that I think I picked up from here) if you would like it and can afford it buy it.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2017, 08:49:00 am
I've had a small shopping spree. I bought the Greek books when we were away as they were recommended to me. I bought the hard copy of the Mezze book and the other two are ebooks.
I also indulged in the Fabulous Flavour on Every Level book. Possibly for more ideas in the caravan.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2017, 12:06:29 pm
Looks like I am not the only one with the 'disease '.
Love your new motto.
Better own up .
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Post by: judydawn on June 15, 2017, 12:15:38 pm
I haven't even heard of the Fabulous Flavours book cookie, how long has that been out?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2017, 12:19:32 pm
Here they are.
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Post by: Katj on June 15, 2017, 11:36:19 pm
When we shifted over a year ago, I culled quite a lot of cook books but am slowly but surely refilling the gaps in the bookcase.
I have the new Fab Flavours on every level, I got it right before we went to Tassie, and since being back I really haven't had much time to go through it. I do love Louise Keats new book (been out for a little while) called Sweet Nourish. Louise also has the book Something For Everyone which I love.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2017, 11:41:47 pm
Since shifting to Invermay I haven't had time to organise my rooks. I get frustrated when I can't find one that I am looking for.
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Post by: judydawn on June 16, 2017, 12:25:16 am
I know the feeling Chookie, I find it easier to google recipes these days.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 16, 2017, 05:04:15 am
The Fabulous Flavour book is pretty new Judy. It is all Varoma or using all parts of the thermomix to cook. I'm hoping that it will be good for when we are in the van and don't have an oven. It has a bun and a bread recipe so will test those out first.

I love your books Chookie. I must check the Carbs one out.
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Post by: judydawn on June 16, 2017, 07:44:55 am
Nothing wrong with me cookie, I posted the contents list recently!! http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=17360.0
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Post by: cookie1 on June 17, 2017, 07:07:33 am
I did remember that Judy, but then I forget things all the time so I can't question anyone else. 😃😃😃😃
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Post by: achookwoman on June 18, 2017, 01:34:50 pm
Cookie, report on Good Carbs Cook book.
Good points.
Introduction into Carbs and their place in the development of human beings. Excellent.
Why we need Carbs.
Serving size of lots of foods and amount of carbs in each one and what 1 portion is.
Recipes are for 6 serves.
Bad points.
Recipes not at all inspiring.
Not many photos.

Don't waste $40 buying this one.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2017, 07:07:44 am
Thanks for the review Chookie. I appreciate it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 19, 2017, 09:38:14 pm
A couple of weeks ago I purchased a copy of "The Inspired Little Book" via Tenina's Insiders Club, because there is currently a 20% discount, but also because I have already made one or two of the author's recipes and like them.  The book duly arrived, I had a browse through it and loved a lot of the recipes in it so I have just purchased another two, while the discount lasts, for my sister and my friend.  If you are interested in alternatives to mass produced chemical cleaners, body products, etc. I think you will find one or two recipes in this book that you will like.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2017, 01:18:59 am
I've looked at that and wondered Marina. I think I will have another think. Thanks.
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Post by: trudy on June 25, 2017, 11:50:00 am
 I also brought a copy of The Inspired Little Book Marina.  Have only had time for a quick look but thought there was several things in it I might make.
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Post by: mab19 on July 15, 2017, 06:08:12 am
Today I finally got around to shopping for some linen for our new bed.  Bought 1 pure wool KS blanket, 1 waffle cotton KS blanket, 3 QS sheet sets plus 1QS fitted sheet, 1 QS valance and some odds and ends.  Then stopped at the Spud Shed on the way home to buy a few veggies.   
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2017, 08:39:06 am
Very exciting. Do you buy coloured sheet sets?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 15, 2017, 03:58:01 pm
A good shopping trip for you Margaret.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 15, 2017, 09:20:44 pm
Sounds like fun Mab. I love nice bed linen. I bought a new sheet and pillow set for our new Queen size bed with sales lady pointing out that Sheridan now had 40 cm. drops on the sides of all sheets. Unfortunately this is not enough to be able to tuck in. I am thinking I might need King size for this Queen size bed. Not sure that this will fit properly.
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Post by: mab19 on July 16, 2017, 12:10:54 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 15, 2017, 08:39:06 am
Very exciting. Do you buy coloured sheet sets?
Yes cookie I bought pale blue and stone coloured sheets, these were DH's choice.  The blankets are blue.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 16, 2017, 12:13:58 am
Chookie, several years ago I tossed  all my sheets out in favour of good quality last a lifetime sheets from here.

http://www.hotelathome.com.au/ 

 All white but crisp and high quality. In my lifetime I will never have to buy another sheet as these will never wear out. They are extra wide, extra long as well as extra deep. I use a queen  on the bottom and a double on the top of my queen sized bed which has a topper and a mattress cover and still room. They are not the soft cuddly sheets but the ones you get in a 5 star hotel. I use bleach with every wash and one pair I have is about 6 years old and are as good as new. Then don't pill and are best quality cotton.

Gert
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Post by: Bootobethin on July 16, 2017, 04:16:39 am
I agree Gert we did the same several years ago.
The sheets have a high thread count and fit well. They wash well also and I don't think they will ever wear out!
It's like staying in a hotel!
I can recommend this website.


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Post by: achookwoman on July 16, 2017, 06:56:03 am
Thanks Gert and Boo. I notice that most of the sheet sets are Sheridan or Actil. I believe that Actil have been bought out by Sheridan. We have a Sheridan shop in Ballarat so will go and look at the sheets before I order. Thanks again.
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Post by: gertbysea on July 16, 2017, 07:51:19 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 16, 2017, 06:56:03 am
Thanks Gert and Boo. I notice that most of the sheet sets are Sheridan or Actil. I believe that Actil have been bought out by Sheridan. We have a Sheridan shop in Ballarat so will go and look at the sheets before I order. Thanks again.

These sheets are nothing like you can buy from a regular shop. Thread counts actually count for nothing. There is some good info here

https://www.businessinsider.com.au/how-to-buy-sheets-by-thread-count-2014-12

I swear the sheets I have will last two lifetimes which is good and bad. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on July 16, 2017, 08:41:59 am
That made interesting reading Gert.
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Post by: Bootobethin on July 16, 2017, 02:01:44 pm
Interesting reading Gert.
The sheets from this website have washed and worn very well.they are well made and feel nice. We have had ours for several years.
I agree with you Gert not sure if they will wear out!


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Post by: gertbysea on July 17, 2017, 12:18:25 am
Quote from: Bootobethin on July 16, 2017, 02:01:44 pm
Interesting reading Gert.
The sheets from this website have washed and worn very well.they are well made and feel nice. We have had ours for several years.
I agree with you Gert not sure if they will wear out!


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The other thing I like about hotel sheets is that they are heavy in comparison and living in the tropics, even in the "winter" I need only the sheet, no blanket and possibly on really cold nights like 22 degrees I may need to pull up the donna cover. Of course there is no actual donna in it! LOL?

They are also great for children's beds as you can treat them rough, wash them frequently, use bleach and they still come us as new and crisp. I reckon if I had  bought them 20 years ago I would still be using them. Boring white but white works with most things and don't you always love it when you have the opportunity to sleep in a hotel bed you have not had to make.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 17, 2017, 12:40:34 am
Thanks again Gert. Very interesting. Being white doesn't worry me and at our age they are not going to have to last a life time.
Point of fun/ interest. When my elderly mum was staying with us many years ago, I made her bed up with coloured sheets. She said that she didn't think she could sleep in a bed with coloured sheets.
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Post by: mcmich on July 17, 2017, 01:15:05 am
That's funny Chookie.
Quality bed linen is always nice to sleep on. When I was growing up and the sheets wore a little thin in the middle, mum would cut them in half and sew the outer edges into the middle. Horrible sleeping on a seam.
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Post by: judydawn on July 17, 2017, 01:34:24 am
My Mum did that too Michele, waste not want not in those days.
Chookie your guest bedrooms at Cherokee were as good as any hotel room, and I'm sure I can speak for Denise too in that we felt very special sleeping in those beds.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 17, 2017, 08:58:34 am
Mum used to 'turn' the sheets too. Low and behold if you ever ripped a wear patch to make a larger hole, you were usually very sorry you did it.
I had a chuckle at your Mum's comment Chookie. My Mum branched out into stripes first then colours. Dad wouldn't have flowers etc on the sheets as he said it gave him hay fever!!!! He was a bit of a stirrer. 😄😄😄😄
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Post by: mcmich on July 17, 2017, 10:53:43 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 17, 2017, 08:58:34 am
Mum used to 'turn' the sheets too. Low and behold if you ever ripped a wear patch to make a larger hole, you were usually very sorry you did it.
I had a chuckle at your Mum's comment Chookie. My Mum branched out into stripes first then colours. Dad wouldn't have flowers etc on the sheets as he said it gave him hay fever!!!! He was a bit of a stirrer. 😄😄😄😄

Love it. Must remember that floral sheets give me hay fever too.  ;D
Our first flannelette sheets were blue/grey, pink/ grey stripped.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 17, 2017, 05:10:18 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 17, 2017, 01:34:24 am
My Mum did that too Michele, waste not want not in those days.
Chookie your guest bedrooms at Cherokee were as good as any hotel room, and I'm sure I can speak for Denise too in that we felt very special sleeping in those beds.
Very special sleeping at Cherokee. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on July 26, 2017, 09:15:06 am
Bought a cold frame kit. One of those assemble yourself jobs. It is 1 meter square with lift up top. We did our usual fight our way through assembling it. I have been starting a few lettuces inside in pots as it has been too cold for seeds in the garden, and I am too mean to pay for second rate seedlings. I should have some nice seedlings ready for spring planting.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 27, 2017, 02:20:32 am
A couple of months ago I bought some felt ‘bootee’ slippers (http://www.loyal.org.nz/index.php/online-store/product/489-felt-slippers-bootie-turquoise) from NZ (they were made in Mongolia!) and liked them so much I bought another pair for myself and a pair for my DS’s birthday.  They are amazingly lovely and comfortable and warm.  DH is now thinking about getting a pair as well!
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Post by: judydawn on July 27, 2017, 03:08:22 am
They look nice and warm Marina.  I wear my ugg boots in winter.
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Post by: mab19 on July 27, 2017, 07:51:13 am
They look nice and cosy Cuilidh
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Post by: cookie1 on July 27, 2017, 12:14:00 pm
They look brilliant and warm.  I had a great pair that were similar but Bonds. I could wash them and they were cosy. However they have disappeared. I have no idea where they are. I'm sure I took them away in the van but they aren't in there.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 27, 2017, 01:42:38 pm
The "bootee" slippers looks very warm and snuggly Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 28, 2017, 07:38:23 am
Marina, lovely. For Melbourne or Guildford?
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 28, 2017, 08:31:37 pm
Both, Chookie.  The new pair will go to Guildford today and I'll keep the original pair in the city.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 29, 2017, 06:50:12 am
Good idea Marina.
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Post by: mab19 on August 03, 2017, 01:36:50 am
I had to buy a new phone yesterday as mine wouldn't work.  As I still live in the "dark ages" regarding phones I didn't realise mine was still on 2g and that has now finished.  I'm having some fun learning how to use the new one tho. :) :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 03, 2017, 07:13:19 am
An exciting purchase Margaret. I had a CDMA a few years ago and they kept sending me texts to say it would stop working.
I picked up the new nano sim for my new iPad yesterday. I will go to the Apple store on Saturday for the iPad.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 03, 2017, 08:40:17 am
Mab and Cookie, exciting times. Have fun.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2017, 07:56:54 am
Alyce  had her icecream moulds back in stock so I have some of those. Then this morning I bought another new T shirt and a pair of jeans (Have to boast-a size smaller) and as I was leaving I saw another T shirt that I loved. Lucky DH understands that I need heaps of T shirts and trousers. Very nice of him.
I think I will have to unsubscribe from the Suzanne Grae emails. Their clothes are my sort of things and the price suits me.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2017, 11:12:10 am
Congratulations on the drop in size cookie, a good reason to need new clothes.

I called into Harbour Town this afternoon, the 2 shops I wanted to visit were no longer there so I ended up buying a new quilt cover set for my bedroom - not on my list LOL.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2017, 12:52:37 pm
I remember going there either before or after we visited you last time we were in Adelaide.
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Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2017, 03:01:54 pm
Not as good as it was when it first opened cookie, now most shops seem to say buy 1 get the second item for $10 whereas in the early days there were genuine bargains on a single item. I was very disappointed and won't be hurrying back.
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Post by: djinni373 on September 02, 2017, 08:38:17 am
Well done Cookie. A size smaller is great  8) 8) 8) You can never have too many jeans and T shirts lol. I bought 2 pairs of Thomas Cook jeans (love 'em to bits) and at least half a dozen T shirts when we were in outback Qld. DH wisely made no comment  :)

So true Judy

I am going to have to ban myself from Victoria's basement. Couldn't resist these two lovely ladies today. The blue Cool Mama is filled with "baking soda" (which I presume means bicarb) and sits in the fridge to absorb odours. The red Hot Mama gets filled with a vinegar and bicarb mix and then sits in a hot oven to loosen baked on grime. Cute! Fingers crossed they work.
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Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2017, 11:11:21 am
They are cute Gaye, they bought a smile to my face.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 02, 2017, 01:01:10 pm
Lovely ladies Gayle.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 02, 2017, 09:44:42 pm
Very cute Gayle.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 04, 2017, 03:26:12 am
Djinni, you are a very smart shopper. I remember at the FF when you went shopping and returned with some spatulas. I still use mine and think of you when I use it. Thanks.
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Post by: djinni373 on September 05, 2017, 12:48:49 am
Thank you Chookie  :-* :-* I still use my spatulas too. They've lasted well!
I always think of friends here when I use the lovely things I have received over the years from SSs.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2017, 03:15:12 am
I remember the spatulas too, and mine are still going strong. The blades have removed a few 'chips'.
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Post by: judydawn on September 05, 2017, 12:16:17 pm
I had a great time at the Royal Adelaide Show today in spite of it being really cold and at times, wet.
Went mad buying showbags for everyone, from the left is my Woman's Weekly showbag, Miss Coco, 2 Gourmet Foodland bags then an assortment of chocolate, liquorice, potato chip bags for some of the people in the nursing home.  I also had to buy the shopping trolley to help me carry everything.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 05, 2017, 12:24:37 pm
OMG!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 05, 2017, 01:18:53 pm
It sounds like a great day Judy.
DD and I will be going to ours in a few weeks. I don't think I will be buying any show bags though. I just love looking at the cooking, needlework etc.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 05, 2017, 05:46:28 pm
Great buys Judy.It sounds as though you had a great day :)
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Post by: achookwoman on September 05, 2017, 11:42:38 pm
Wow Judy, you are a kid again. We love the show but haven't been for years. We like the animals and pet nurseries. The GK always have a budget for Show Bags, decisions, decisions.
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Post by: judydawn on September 06, 2017, 12:47:03 am
My GK save up for the show, GS is really good at saving but GD not so good so she was taught how to iron business shirts and earned most of her money that way - I thought that was a brilliant idea by DD, a win win for both of them. I like budgets for kids otherwise they think money grows on trees.
The show is the one time of the year I have whatever I want (or can carry), I guess I do go a little mad but the oldies will appreciate their little surprises today.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 06, 2017, 12:37:25 pm
I really love the show too Judy. I enjoy seeing Clydesdale horses, the pet nursery, the cows, pigs and similar things. We have displays from different areas of the state too.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2017, 09:08:49 am
Bought 2 of these in Melbourne. We need 6 but thought we would try 2 to see what we thought when we got them home. They are made in Sweden. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/75f6517e12bee41b616c316e23a80b33.jpg)


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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2017, 09:11:17 am
Also bought these at DJ's. 30% off.  Cheaper than at Readings.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/2acb9f0c9f21b409f5ae7cdb50983bf5.jpg)


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Post by: judydawn on September 20, 2017, 11:27:44 am
They do look comfy Chookie, are they?  It's almost salad time so I'm sure you'll put your new salad book to good use.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 20, 2017, 03:52:56 pm
Nice chairs Chookie. Interesting cookbooks too  8)
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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2017, 10:34:19 pm
The chairs were bought for comfort. We sat in  lots  until we got ones that would suit and were comfortable.
I made a salad from the new book for dinner last night. Different and nice. Used greens from the garden.
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Post by: mab19 on September 21, 2017, 03:06:41 am
Nice shopping Chookie.  The chairs look comfy and the books look interesting.
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Post by: astarra on September 21, 2017, 04:42:06 am
Love the chair :D

I'm just looking at kombucha kits... been advised to drink it to help with the migraines I've been getting the last 6+ months, has definitely been beneficial but so expensive  :o ... so will most likely start brewing my own at home :)
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Post by: cookie1 on September 21, 2017, 07:46:01 am
The black chairs are an interesting shape Chookie, but I'm sure will be very comfortable. The other looks comfortable.
Astarra that is rotten about the migraines. I've only ever had them for a couple of years and then they went away. We lived in Broome at the time and I found that going down to the beach and lying in the edge of the ocean beneficial. Not feasible for you though. I think it was something to do with my periods as they came at the same time each month. I hope the kombucha helps. I think Alyce Alexandra has info on that. I have tried it but it wasn't to my taste.

I picked up 4 Weck jars at Aldi yesterday for $12.99. They are 500ml each.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 21, 2017, 06:23:46 pm
Good buy on the Weck Jars Cookie.

Never tried Kombucha Astarra. It will be interesting what you think of it.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 21, 2017, 10:59:22 pm
Cookie, I bought some of those jars also. Got one pack of 4 and one of 6. Thought they would be nice with pate and preserves as Christmas gifts.
Astarra, hope it helps. Not nice.
Will order the other 4 chairs today, to go with the 2 we have.
Electrician putting up heated towel rail in bathroom today as well as additional power points out side house.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 30, 2017, 02:45:35 am
Had an excellent day's shopping yesterday.  We have been talking for ages about getting new lightweight carry-on luggage for when we travel but have never got around to it.  Our current carry on cases weigh 3 - 4 kg each, which doesn't leave much for our gear, so off we went to Myers to buy the new cases.  Dragging DH to the shops was a mean feat in itself - he hates shopping even more than I do!

I didn't realise that Myers had a sale on, and I generally have no luck with sales so I didn't expect much in the way of a favourable outcome ... however ... we found a couple of cases which we liked - they weighed 1.7 kg, a huge improvement.  To make them even more attractive they were $580 RRP, but 40% off for the sale ... then, because I am a Myer One member, we got another 10% off each of them.  But, the really, really good thing was I had cashed in some of my Mastercard points on Myers vouchers and the cases actually cost us nothing!

DH also bought a new pair of work boots - he figured if he must be tortured by going shopping he may as well get everything in the one trip - unfortunately these weren't purchased on sale at Myers, but I figured that we had had such a successful buy there I was happy to go to another shop and get DH's boots at full RRP. :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 30, 2017, 09:19:20 am
Good luck to you Marina, you are now set for your next trip - I bet you couldn't believe your luck.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 30, 2017, 02:48:03 pm
Good shopping Marina. We always buy Samsonite cases on sale. The whole family use them. We now have 6 in different sizes. Don’t think we have ever got them for nothing. Well done.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on September 30, 2017, 08:52:49 pm
Excellent shopping Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 02, 2017, 05:22:05 am
What a lovely bargain Marina.
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Post by: judydawn on October 03, 2017, 07:55:11 am
Wandering around Costco this morning I came across this.  How many of us hate extension cords (and hoses), maybe this will be the answer to my problems.  Useful I hope for my outside vac, gurney and blower and if it prevents getting the cord in a knot I will be very happy.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 03, 2017, 09:20:03 am
It looks like a good buy Judy. I can't wait for Costco to come over here.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 03, 2017, 06:35:34 pm
Very handy purchase Judy.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 03, 2017, 09:49:54 pm
Looks good, Judy
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Post by: obbie on October 04, 2017, 12:27:29 am
Great idea. :)
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Post by: mab19 on October 04, 2017, 01:14:03 am
Good idea Judy.
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Post by: judydawn on October 04, 2017, 10:22:02 am
I was only thinking the other day that a reel for an electrical cord would be very handy so imagine my surprise when I came across this one girls.  I can now throw out 2 old, long cords, I will enjoy doing that!
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Post by: Jamberie on October 05, 2017, 02:35:59 am
I think I might have to have a look at one of those cords too Judy...DH is forever leaving the cord around the place after finishing (or not finishing) jobs :)
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Post by: judydawn on October 05, 2017, 07:41:21 am
Good idea Amber, a pity Fathers’ Day has just gone.  Christmas is coming though!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2017, 11:06:49 am
Today's purchase was most necessary. The other died last Monday and today was the first chance we had to go out and get a new one. We had been making do with a very old one.
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Post by: judydawn on October 05, 2017, 11:59:49 am
Nice cookie.  Did you have a front load machine before?
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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2017, 12:58:16 pm
Yes Judy. I've had front loaders for quite a few years. Once I got used to it taking so long I really liked it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 05, 2017, 07:51:14 pm
Very nice Cookie. Miele have a very good name.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 05, 2017, 08:12:30 pm
I've got to look at a new washing machine for our upcoming extension (the extension has been upcoming for approx 18 months now, but, I am told, getting closer at last!) and I really like the Miele brand.  I have always used a top loader and am torn between top and front loading.  As you get used to your machine, Cookie, I would love to hear your feedback on it.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 05, 2017, 11:38:06 pm
Nice, Cookie.
Marina, l found the front loader took a while to get used to. The most difficult thing was not being able to add things once the cycle had started. I think they do wash better than the top loaders.
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Post by: mab19 on October 06, 2017, 12:29:46 am
A nice buy Cookie.  My machine is a Maytag and it is so old I can't remember when we got it.
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Post by: astarra on October 06, 2017, 12:59:21 am
Quote from: cookie1 on October 05, 2017, 11:06:49 am
Today's purchase was most necessary. The other died last Monday and today was the first chance we had to go out and get a new one. We had been making do with a very old one.
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Very similar to mine cookie :)
I love love love mine :D
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Post by: achookwoman on October 06, 2017, 01:04:13 am
The Book Bug bit again yesterday when in Readings.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171005/fd83ac47b175a77e876cac653273a6ad.jpg)

This is from a famous Irish cook who has a similar climate to us. She cooks mainly from her garden. Also has a cooking school.


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Post by: cookie1 on October 06, 2017, 06:37:57 am
Readings has that effect on people Chookie.

Marina the front loaders take a lot longer to wash your clothes. This one can be stopped, the door unlocked and clothes added or removed which is a big improvement on our last one. I wanted one that could wash in cold water and had a separate spin cycle. I like to spin my jumpers after I've washed them. For a full cycle of sheets and towels this one seems to take 2  1/2 hours. A bit longer than our last one but I will get used to it. It is so quiet you don't even remember it's on. Lovely so far.

Astarra I hope you are feeling better.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 06, 2017, 09:50:40 pm
Cookie, that is very interesting about being able to add things after you have started.
I also love the spin cycle for spinning hand washed jumpers. Mine is an Asko.
I wash mostly on the hand wash programme and add an extra spin on the end.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 07, 2017, 08:32:01 am
Thanks, Cookie and Chookie for your comments.  I have always been a top loader person but I have been thinking recently and cannot remember the last time I had to add something to an active wash cycle so perhaps the front loader would be fine, especially, as you say Cookie, you can add things once the cycle has started.  I also know that they take longer to run through the cycle but I am attracted by the fact that they use less water than top loaders. 

Chookie, do you think your Asko is as quiet as Cookie says her Miele is? I know that is a really subjective question as you have obviously not heard Cookie' s machine, I guess I am just looking for impressions of the attributes of different makes.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2017, 07:41:28 am
Mine uses 67 litres for a full 8Kg wash Marina. It has a 4 ½ star energy rating and a 4 ½ star water rating. Trying to do my bit for the environment.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 08, 2017, 10:31:53 pm
Marina, my Asco is quite noisey. This may be due to its age as it must be well over 20 years old. What I don’t like about it is that it gives no indication of how much time is left to run in a cycle.

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Post by: Cuilidh on October 09, 2017, 04:55:30 am
Thanks ladies, it's a big purchase and your comments are a big help.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 09, 2017, 10:18:53 pm
Had a giggle yesterday. Dropped off a Rhubarb tart to SIL. He was in a staff meeting so left it with an assistant. When I saw him later in the day he said I should have called him out as a Rhubarb tart out votes a staff meeting every time.
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Post by: judydawn on October 09, 2017, 11:14:45 pm
That speaks highly of your cooking Chookie and what a lovely thing to say to you.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 10, 2017, 08:33:12 am
Quote from: achookwoman on October 09, 2017, 10:18:53 pm
Had a giggle yesterday. Dropped off a Rhubarb tart to SIL. He was in a staff meeting so left it with an assistant. When I saw him later in the day he said I should have called him out as a Rhubarb tart out votes a staff meeting every time.

I agree with him 100% Chookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on October 10, 2017, 07:20:17 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on October 09, 2017, 10:18:53 pm
Had a giggle yesterday. Dropped off a Rhubarb tart to SIL. He was in a staff meeting so left it with an assistant. When I saw him later in the day he said I should have called him out as a Rhubarb tart out votes a staff meeting every time.
LOL Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 24, 2017, 07:48:15 pm
Bought a spiraliser on Sunday on the internet (The Good Guys) and it was here 2 days later!  Excellent service.

I am now about to embark on a spiraliser spree!
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Post by: achookwoman on October 24, 2017, 10:36:55 pm
Marina, have fun. Zuchinni is popular but I had beetroot as part of a salad and it was very nice.
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Post by: judydawn on October 25, 2017, 12:34:52 am
I love zucchini noodles.  We'd love to hear what you're making with it Marina.  I gave both my girls an upmarket spiralizer but I've only got a cheap little gadget that does the job for me.
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Post by: obbie on October 25, 2017, 12:59:43 am
I have a small one Marina. must use it more often. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on October 25, 2017, 08:27:40 am
I have a very simple one in the van and DH and I ate a lot of salads while we were away. I used it for carrot and raw beetroot each time I made a salad. I just had the vegetable scrubbed and took off what I wanted for each meal.
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Post by: mab19 on October 25, 2017, 11:58:37 pm
I have a small one of these and should use it more often.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 26, 2017, 12:19:09 am
I've only done carrot and zucchini so far, but I have found a couple of interesting looking recipes to experiment with ... will let you know how they go (if they are successful!).
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Post by: achookwoman on October 26, 2017, 06:50:46 am
Marina, would be interested. Lacking in inspiration.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2017, 02:23:11 am
DH came home from Bunnings this morning and said I have bought you a present. I'm quite pleased with it as it is certainly needed. My old one is past had it.


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Post by: mab19 on November 02, 2017, 03:03:06 am
I took some things to the op shop yesterday and saw a lovely cedar tall boy there .  It's in excellent condition and was at a bargain price.  I just couln't leave it there so bought it and it's now in the spare bedroom.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 02, 2017, 04:19:25 am
Good on  you Margaret.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 02, 2017, 05:00:50 am
Excellent buy, Margaret
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Post by: achookwoman on November 02, 2017, 08:14:26 am
That sounds like a good buy. Mab.
There are lots of op shops in Ballarat and they are well patronised.
I have been taking a lot of cooking things that I no longer need to the Creswick swap.  I have to say that it is nice to see who takes what and looking so pleased with what they got.
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Post by: judydawn on November 02, 2017, 09:40:57 am
I bought something similar this week cookie, I'd had the old one for 10 years or more!

I love tall boys Margaret, they hold so much. I've been looking in op shops around here for ages, some very good bargains to be had and I rarely come out without parting with a few dollars. A watch for $8 and a black leather belt for $3 were 2 of my best bargains.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 03, 2017, 02:36:42 pm
Quote from: mab19 on November 02, 2017, 03:03:06 am
I took some things to the op shop yesterday and saw a lovely cedar tall boy there .  It's in excellent condition and was at a bargain price.  I just couln't leave it there so bought it and it's now in the spare bedroom.
What a find Margaret. I would have bought it too :)
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Post by: mcmich on November 07, 2017, 10:42:07 am
A cedar tall boy - what a good find.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 12, 2017, 08:32:14 pm
Didn’t REALLY need anything that I bought, but what the hell.
Couple of new cooking books, a large Oak board to use as a platter and 8 large plates . I just love a nice table setting.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 13, 2017, 01:40:27 am
Good on you Chookie. You can never have enough cook books. What ones did you buy?
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Post by: achookwoman on December 13, 2017, 10:06:05 am
Will post photos Cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 13, 2017, 10:16:21 am
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Post by: cookie1 on December 13, 2017, 11:37:19 am
Ooh, what a lovely collection. I believe I have a few coming at Christmas. I think the Tivoli Road Bakery may be in it, I was telling DD all about it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 13, 2017, 07:22:50 pm
I got The Tivoli Road Baker book when I went to their presentation at Books for Cooks last month.  Lovely book, good choice, Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 13, 2017, 09:57:13 pm
Marina, I knew that you had bought it so thought it was worth buying.
The Japanese one has several sushi recipes so can’t wait to try some.
Lots of smoking ones in the BBQ book.
The Moosewood one is for my vegetarian GD.
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Post by: mcmich on December 16, 2017, 08:41:23 am
Some nice books there Chookie. Would love your reveiw on the vegetarian one.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2017, 10:13:26 am
Michele, the Moosewood one is a classic. I bought the first one probably more than 20 years ago. I think this one is a collection from several books. The recipes are simple and earthy.
Have been reading through the Tivoli Road Baker one. There are just so many interesting things to cook.
Have already picked up a couple of clues for bread making. Will try them out and if good will pass on.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2017, 11:23:50 am
Thanks Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2017, 08:52:46 pm
I bought a large 1/2 leg of pork on special at Safeway. 5 K. They have a butcher in shop so I asked him to cut it in half. I now have 2 nice sized roasts.
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2017, 10:17:30 pm
Good idea Chookie.
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Post by: mab19 on December 17, 2017, 01:20:09 am
I saw these jars during the week and thought they would be nice filled with biscuits and given as gifts.  I bought 6 of them.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 17, 2017, 02:06:15 am
Man, good buy. It is difficult to find nice jars.
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Post by: mcmich on December 17, 2017, 05:51:44 am
Really nice jars.
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Post by: judydawn on December 17, 2017, 09:05:37 am
Lovely jars Margaret, it’s generally hard to find jars at this time of the year with everyone making Christmas hampers.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2017, 11:01:46 am
Very nice Margaret. Definitely a good buy.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 17, 2017, 02:44:15 pm
Lovely jars Margaret. They will book great filled with goodies for a Christmas gift.
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Post by: mab19 on December 18, 2017, 04:38:29 am
I found them in the $2 shop, paid $2.50 each for them.
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Post by: mcmich on December 20, 2017, 07:30:07 am
As we don't exchange gifts at Christmas in our family, I've been lucky enough not to have to go to the big shopping centres. I do however make small gift bags to open at Christmas lunch for everyone. A bag full of nothing really. The last thing I bought to go in them was a box of mangos. I think fruit will be the finishing touch.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 20, 2017, 11:40:08 am
That's lovely Mich.
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Post by: judydawn on December 20, 2017, 12:15:17 pm
Yes it’s nice to receive something and you would have put a lot of thought into it Michele.

I’ve just wrapped my family’s presents and rather pleased with myself as I didn’t have to ask DD this year what the grandies would like. 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 20, 2017, 01:24:26 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 20, 2017, 07:30:07 am
As we don't exchange gifts at Christmas in our family, I've been lucky enough not to have to go to the big shopping centres. I do however make small gift bags to open at Christmas lunch for everyone. A bag full of nothing really. The last thing I bought to go in them was a box of mangos. I think fruit will be the finishing touch.
What a thoughtful thing to do Michele. :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 20, 2017, 07:31:20 pm
I made most of my presents this year ... the most successful of which was honey and cinnamon roasted almonds - I have had to purchase a large quantity of almonds as I have already been asked to make more from one of the giftees (our stationers) - it turns out one of the guys has a TMXat home so I gave him the recipe as well so they are happy.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 20, 2017, 08:09:10 pm
Love the effort that people make with their gifts. Very lazy this year. Money mostly. A few extras.
Buffalo milk Parmesan cheese for BIL. Rabbit place mats for DS, ( will post a photo).
A selection of goodies from the Italian deli in Lygon Street for several friends and lots of olive SD loaves and jam for trade people.
Ral usually buys me some ridiculous thing that I don’t need, but love never the less and I buy him chocolates. He would rather have a nice expensive sports car.,!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 21, 2017, 01:27:19 am
My DH would like ANOTHER vintage car ( which is on the cards in the next couple of years) and DD would like the expensive sports car.
DH and I decided we wouldn't buy each other gifts this year as we tend to go and buy anything as we want it! I will buy him a lotto and he is buying me a scratch and win ticket.
We have out anniversary on the 27th, so that will be another lotto.
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Post by: mcmich on December 21, 2017, 11:04:22 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on December 20, 2017, 07:31:20 pm
I made most of my presents this year ... the most successful of which was honey and cinnamon roasted almonds - I have had to purchase a large quantity of almonds as I have already been asked to make more from one of the giftees (our stationers) - it turns out one of the guys has a TMXat home so I gave him the recipe as well so they are happy.

Handmade gifts are the best. Would love the recipe for your almonds Marina.

Cookie, I do think it gets to the stage when there is just nothing left to buy for each other.

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Post by: achookwoman on December 21, 2017, 07:51:24 pm
I have bought Ral a spare battery charger thing for his iPad as he is constantly running out .
Ral is a bit frustrated at the moment as he can’t think of a surprise for me.   Like Cookie we buy what we want as we need it. 
I shouldn’t admit to this but I bought a large pav for $6 .  Visitors  today.  The topping cost double this.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 21, 2017, 07:54:53 pm
Quote from: mcmich on December 21, 2017, 11:04:22 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on December 20, 2017, 07:31:20 pm
I made most of my presents this year ... the most successful of which was honey and cinnamon roasted almonds - I have had to purchase a large quantity of almonds as I have already been asked to make more from one of the giftees (our stationers) - it turns out one of the guys has a TMXat home so I gave him the recipe as well so they are happy.

Handmade gifts are the best. Would love the recipe for your almonds Marina.

Cookie, I do think it gets to the stage when there is just nothing left to buy for each other.

Here is the recipe - you don't have to use raw almonds, it seems almost any nut, except peanuts, work.  It is quick, easy and, surprisingly, very easy to clean up afterwards.

https://www.recipecommunity.com.au/side-dishes-recipes/honey-cinnamon-roasted-almonds/du8j8xwh-38f03-789045-cfcd2-kb3jlv83
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Post by: obbie on December 21, 2017, 10:30:40 pm
Cookie, I understand about old cars, we have 5 now, only 1 more to be restored..
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Post by: cookie1 on December 22, 2017, 06:56:58 am
We only have 2 cars restored Robyn, one still to restore. It's getting hard to find parts for some of the old dears, ok I guess as they are 90 years old. I doubt I will have any spare parts around if I make that age.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 23, 2017, 03:51:27 am
I have now done all my shopping for both gifts and food. After yesterday I'm not going anywhere near a shop until we run out of something important, which will not happen for at least 5 or 6 days all going well. The traffic near the shopping centres here is wicked and the supermarkets are ridiculously busy. Off to Bikram yoga this arvo and maybe I'll treat myself to a new yoga mat for Christmas.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 23, 2017, 06:50:57 am
Spare parts!!   I could do with a new ankle . Anyone got one to spare?
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Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2017, 08:53:19 am
Oh Chookie have you hurt it?
Well done Gayle. Yesterday I went and got all the fruit and veggies I needed and it was a mad house. This morning DD and I went to a Westfield shopping centre and it was surprisingly un busy! Perhaps after we left it may have got busy.
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Post by: trudy on December 23, 2017, 10:17:16 am
Shopping all done here as well!  Was surprised when I went out this morning as not many people out.

Chookie, I hope your ankle gets better soon.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 23, 2017, 11:01:52 am
Got the ankle strapped and a lot better. Thanks for asking.
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Post by: judydawn on December 23, 2017, 11:14:42 am
Not good timing Chookie, take it easy if you can.  I think we need a group hug with this one!  Xx
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 23, 2017, 04:44:08 pm
Take care of that ankle Cookie :-*
Off to pick up my turkey later and DH said we are low on gin so that will need rectifying ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on December 23, 2017, 08:18:02 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 23, 2017, 11:14:42 am
Not good timing Chookie, take it easy if you can.  I think we need a group hug with this one!  Xx
Thanks Judy.

Quote from: Cornish Cream on December 23, 2017, 04:44:08 pm
Take care of that ankle Cookie :-*
Off to pick up my turkey later and DH said we are low on gin so that will need rectifying ;D
Definitely.
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Post by: mab19 on December 24, 2017, 05:53:32 am
Sorry to hear about your ankle Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 24, 2017, 08:28:20 pm
Quote from: mab19 on December 24, 2017, 05:53:32 am
Sorry to hear about your ankle Chookie.
Thanks Mab. Much better. Heavily strapped and pain killers have helped.
I am shopped out.Don’t  want to go shopping for anything for ages. This includes food.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 25, 2017, 08:43:27 am
They were my thoughts until I received a heap of gift cards this morning. One of my family is a little bit naughty and gave me my birthday gift ( April) with my Christmas gift.  Now I have twice the gift cards to use. I love them.
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Post by: mcmich on December 27, 2017, 07:26:07 am
Chookie, hope you are on the mend. We went to Harbour Town factory outlets yesterday, what a very over crowded, busy place that was. Picked up a pr of shoes (black, leather slip ons for $34) We didn't last long - step daughter doesn't do well in crowds - I thought it would be mum that didn't cope but she was in her element.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 27, 2017, 08:36:38 pm
Thanks for of well wishes, Michele. Nearly better.
Don’t like the crowds either, also trying to stay away from the shops.  That does sound like a good buy with the shoes.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2017, 01:24:16 pm
I'm afraid I can never resist a pair of bargain shoes. Well done Mich.
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Post by: djinni373 on December 29, 2017, 11:34:42 pm
I hope your ankle is back in good working order Chookie.
Sounds like fun times ahead for you Cookie.
Well done Michele. A girl can never have too many pairs of shoes or handbags. ;D
I have just treated myself to some of my favourite fragrance - Sisley's eau de campagne - at 30% off. That was the first time I've seen it on sale! I've also ordered a Tmx slide and a bread knife with a wooden guide from the Alice Alexandra shop.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2017, 07:47:21 pm
Djinni, the bread knife I bought from AA is a beauty.  Hope yours is the same.
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Post by: djinni373 on January 10, 2018, 10:05:20 pm
Well my new breadknife and slide from AA have arrived. Very happy with both. They are beautifully made. The breadknife is awesome!
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Post by: achookwoman on January 11, 2018, 03:04:59 am
Djinni, great.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 11, 2018, 04:34:00 pm
I bought a new woolly hat to wear in the mornings when I walk Chance.
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Post by: mcmich on January 11, 2018, 06:07:46 pm
You would need a woolly hat CC with 4 degree weather.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 11, 2018, 07:59:23 pm
CC, a woolly hat is essential in the winter. Do you have a rain hat as well. ?  I bought a very practical rain hat in Norway. It has a long/ larger brim at the back so that the rain doesn’t go down inside your back. The design is based on what the fishermen wear.
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Post by: obbie on January 11, 2018, 09:00:42 pm
Bargains yesterday, I bought 2 large casserole rectangles dishes for $4 each. :)
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Post by: mab19 on January 11, 2018, 10:05:51 pm
A good bargain Obbie.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 12, 2018, 12:56:47 am
Quote from: achookwoman on January 11, 2018, 07:59:23 pm
CC, a woolly hat is essential in the winter. Do you have a rain hat as well. ?  I bought a very practical rain hat in Norway. It has a long/ larger brim at the back so that the rain doesn’t go down inside your back. The design is based on what the fishermen wear.

When I was a kid our rain hats were like that Chookie. Perfect for the rain. I've never seen anything like it since.
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Post by: mcmich on January 12, 2018, 11:25:10 am
Quote from: obbie on January 11, 2018, 09:00:42 pm
Bargains yesterday, I bought 2 large casserole rectangles dishes for $4 each. :)

That is a bargain Robyn.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 12, 2018, 07:39:41 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on January 11, 2018, 07:59:23 pm
CC, a woolly hat is essential in the winter. Do you have a rain hat as well. ?  I bought a very practical rain hat in Norway. It has a long/ larger brim at the back so that the rain doesn’t go down inside your back. The design is based on what the fishermen wear.
I’ve got a rain hat Chookie. It’s pretty old but very comfortable but the brim is the same width all round.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 13, 2018, 08:57:43 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on January 11, 2018, 07:59:23 pm
CC, a woolly hat is essential in the winter. Do you have a rain hat as well. ?  I bought a very practical rain hat in Norway. It has a long/ larger brim at the back so that the rain doesn’t go down inside your back. The design is based on what the fishermen wear.
Don't they call these hats sou'westers?  An excellent design.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 14, 2018, 11:19:52 am
You are so right Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2018, 07:06:12 am
I have bought and received quite a few bread books lately. Here are a couple.


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The Paul Hollywood one is from my SS's book voucher. Thank you SS.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 17, 2018, 05:06:50 pm
Very nice books Cookie.
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Post by: mcmich on January 17, 2018, 08:21:41 pm
Lovely books Cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 17, 2018, 09:07:05 pm
Interesting books Cookie.  I think I have converted a Paul Hollywood recipe.
Bought 2 light bed quilts yesterday. Also 2 pot planters for the front veranda. Will take photos when we get home.
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Post by: mab19 on January 18, 2018, 01:41:57 am
Lovely books Cookie. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on January 18, 2018, 03:55:49 am
Yes Chookie you have converted a Paul Hollywood recipe. I'm naughty I tend to look at the recipe and just make it in the thermomix.
Take care in the heat today.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 31, 2018, 02:01:37 am
Bought 2 more books when in Melbourne.  DJ’s had %30 off.
Have already made one from Maggies book. Will convert a couple to TMX as I make them.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 31, 2018, 02:02:31 am
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Post by: mcmich on January 31, 2018, 04:35:54 am
I love the beautiful covers of cookbooks.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 31, 2018, 04:53:26 am
Quote from: mcmich on January 31, 2018, 04:35:54 am
I love the beautiful covers of cookbooks.
Me also, although I love what is inside.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 31, 2018, 08:58:33 am
I have looked seriously at that book.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 31, 2018, 08:27:44 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on January 31, 2018, 08:58:33 am
I have looked seriously at that book.
Cookie, it is well worth considering.   I have gone off Maggie’s  recipes over the last few years. Not sure why.    This one is much closer to the food I like to cook.
She has been ill and had a serious operation and has lost a lot of weight.  The recipes reflect a change of lifestyle.
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Post by: mab19 on January 31, 2018, 11:22:24 pm
Lovely book Chookie, I have one of her earlier ones.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 01, 2018, 05:58:15 am
Thanks Chookie. I still have a lot of Dymocks vouchers from Christmas so I will look seriously at it. I had noticed she had  lost a lot of weight.
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Post by: obbie on February 02, 2018, 02:07:10 am
my DH book me that Maggies cookbook on Wednesday, and a new one from Matt Moran as well.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 02, 2018, 06:38:48 am
Quote from: obbie on February 02, 2018, 02:07:10 am
my DH book me that Maggies cookbook on Wednesday, and a new one from Matt Moran as well.
Lucky ducky.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 02, 2018, 07:57:07 am
Wow Robyn. MY DH never buys me a book of any kind unless I am with him as he knows I may have it. A sensible idea. What is the Matt Moran book like? I have seen it round but have never tried any of his recipes.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 02, 2018, 08:06:01 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on February 02, 2018, 07:57:07 am
Wow Robyn. MY DH never buys me a book of any kind unless I am with him as he knows I may have it. A sensible idea. What is the Matt Moran book like? I have seen it round but have never tried any of his recipes.
Same here. 
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Post by: mab19 on February 02, 2018, 09:38:07 pm
DH has very occassionally bought me some flowers but never a book.
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Post by: obbie on February 02, 2018, 09:54:01 pm
 :)   https://www.murdochbooks.com.au/.../books/.../Matt-Morans-Australian-Food-Matt-.

https://www.murdochbooks.com.au/browse/books/cooking-food-drink/food-drink/Matt-Morans-Australian-Food-Matt-Moran-9781760631239

he was waiting to get a new screen our our sons iphone, so I said go shopping and buy me something.
he bought me 2 cook books and chocolates.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2018, 06:11:20 am
Quote from: obbie on February 02, 2018, 09:54:01 pm
:)   https://www.murdochbooks.com.au/.../books/.../Matt-Morans-Australian-Food-Matt-.

https://www.murdochbooks.com.au/browse/books/cooking-food-drink/food-drink/Matt-Morans-Australian-Food-Matt-Moran-9781760631239

he was waiting to get a new screen our our sons iphone, so I said go shopping and buy me something.
he bought me 2 cook books and chocolates.
Well done, I usually buy the chocolates. DH eats them. He gives me a voucher to DJ’s. I just love spending it. He hasn’t realised that I spend quite a lot of it on him. LOL
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Post by: cookie1 on February 03, 2018, 11:56:44 am
We tend to do that Chookie. I think it is as much fun to spend $$$ on family as yourself. 
DD usually buys the chocolates here and shares them with DH.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2018, 12:16:22 am
This is the book I used some vouchers for at Dymocks. There are several things in it I know I will make, so I thought it was well worth it.
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Post by: judydawn on February 19, 2018, 07:05:58 am
I love her recipes cookie.  These are her 2 books I have, I have not seen yours - has it only been released lately I wonder. I haven’t seen it advertised.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 19, 2018, 07:10:39 am
Cookie and Judy, they all look good.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2018, 11:51:01 am
Judy I remembered that you had one or two so figured they must be good.
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Post by: djinni373 on February 22, 2018, 09:19:56 pm
Oh those books look interesting but I am not buying any more cookbooks. I have been buying some new clothes though, easy care and easy wear from https://www.kathleenberney.com.au  Love this label, designed and made in Australia so not cheap but the quality and customer service is fantastic. I bought orange and black camis, Lunar cardi and Wildflower tee at the end of season sale 8)
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Post by: gertbysea on February 22, 2018, 10:17:20 pm
Quote from: djinni373 on February 22, 2018, 09:19:56 pm
Oh those books look interesting but I am not buying any more cookbooks. I have been buying some new clothes though, easy care and easy wear from https://www.kathleenberney.com.au  Love this label, designed and made in Australia so not cheap but the quality and customer service is fantastic. I bought orange and black camis, Lunar cardi and Wildflower tee at the end of season sale 8)


I love the Kathleen Berney too although I don't own any. I am strictly a TS14+ girl. https://takingshape.com.au/ Sold in MYER and also we have a boutique store in Cairns. You might like to have a look at these styles too Djinni as they would suit you as well. Ok I am short and fat so need the width but many of the styles look stunning on tall and gorgeous like you. The sales are pretty good but also pretty exxy when not. Lots of fun good basics for mix and match.

Gert
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Post by: meganjane on February 23, 2018, 12:38:12 pm
I’ve been sewing my own clothes lately. I haven’t bought anything for ages! So rewarding (and very frustrating at times)!


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Post by: cookie1 on February 24, 2018, 06:36:28 am
I used to many years ago MJ but no longer. I now have mainly quite casual clothes and if I need something for a wedding or similar I go out and buy it especially. It must be very satisfying.
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Post by: trudy on February 24, 2018, 11:07:18 am
I have never heard of this designer so must have a look! 

MJ, you amaze me.  So many strings to you bow!
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Post by: achookwoman on February 24, 2018, 09:18:35 pm
I have a pair of slacks from TS. They were bought on sale and are fab.
Most of my clothes is from Blue Illusion. I buy when on sale.

I bought a packet of treated paper that you pop into your bag of bread.  It is supposed to keep it fresh. Will post if it works.
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Post by: djinni373 on February 25, 2018, 07:51:15 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 22, 2018, 10:17:20 pm
I love the Kathleen Berney too although I don't own any. I am strictly a TS14+ girl. https://takingshape.com.au/ Sold in MYER and also we have a boutique store in Cairns. You might like to have a look at these styles too Djinni as they would suit you as well. Ok I am short and fat so need the width but many of the styles look stunning on tall and gorgeous like you. The sales are pretty good but also pretty exxy when not. Lots of fun good basics for mix and match.

Gert

Oh Gertie, you silver tongue  ;D ;D ;D. Maybe I'm not looking in the right places, but I never see TS in our local Myer stores. Might have to venture further afield. Although it is difficult to find decent clothes in our area. The last 2 pairs of jeans I bought were in Winton and Longreach in Queensland.

I like Blue Illusion too Chookie. I bought some lovely linen things at a sale a little while back.

MJ Very envious. I wish I could make my own clothes.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 25, 2018, 09:21:13 am
Ummmm. I thought there was a TS section I. Every MYER. Obviously not. Always on line. Great styles for tall people.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on February 25, 2018, 10:52:45 am
I've bought a couple of items at Blue Illusion after Chookie told me about it.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 27, 2018, 06:48:57 am
Bought these to try.  About $7.  Not sure that they work. I think they are coated sheets of paper that absorb moisture. You pop them in the bag with your bread.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 27, 2018, 06:49:55 am
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Post by: cookie1 on February 27, 2018, 08:25:50 am
It will be interesting to see if they are of any use Chookie.
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Post by: trudy on February 27, 2018, 09:37:51 am
Cant wait to hear what you think of those sheets!
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Post by: achookwoman on March 02, 2018, 11:09:13 pm
I think the Fresh Paper sheets work to a limited extent. Will keep using what I have and see what I think at the end of 4 months.
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Post by: mab19 on March 02, 2018, 11:15:36 pm
I bought a new single bed mattress a couple of days ago.  I am having lots of trouble sleeping and a snoring DH doesn't help the problem.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 03, 2018, 12:51:13 pm
I hope it helps Margaret.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 03, 2018, 09:41:46 pm
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I hope it helps Margaret.
Ditto
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Post by: judydawn on March 03, 2018, 11:40:46 pm
It will give you what you want Margaret and that is a restful night.
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Post by: Jamberie on March 16, 2018, 03:00:17 am
My apologies for not posting in ages...but, life has gotten in the way!!!
I'm watching what I eat at the moment and have started following the Mediterranean Diet, these two cookbooks arrived today, and they look excellent. I look forward to converting a few recipes to share :)
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Post by: cookie1 on March 16, 2018, 03:37:38 am
They look good Jamberie. I hope all is well with you.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 16, 2018, 03:43:42 am
Jamboree. Great to hear from ya. Good luck with the intake modification program!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on March 16, 2018, 06:19:01 am
Hi Amber, lovely to see you posting again and I look forward to some of your healthy coversions from your new books.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 16, 2018, 03:25:04 pm
Welcome back Amber. Lovely to see you posting again. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on March 17, 2018, 06:51:15 pm
Hi Jam, great to see you posting.  I will be very interested in any recipes you like. Have been following the 8 week Blood Sugar Diet which is basically the Med diet but with limited calories.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 15, 2018, 01:43:06 am
Question.  Does anyone have a Miele warming draw?   This also has a slow cooking function.
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Post by: K Atie on April 15, 2018, 01:33:50 pm
Just visited a friend who has one.  She would have loved an arga but this seems the way to go . She said she made cauliflower then put the cheese on it , popped it into the Miele warming draw and added tomarto pie cooked for 2 hours , very happy with it .
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Post by: achookwoman on April 15, 2018, 10:55:53 pm
Thanks K ATIE.  I have only one oven in this new home.  I really miss having 2 ovens. I also would love an Aga but have decided to go with what I have. I could turn one of the saucepan drawers into a warming oven. DIL trying to get me to buy a steam combination oven, but I haven’t got room for one. 
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Post by: cookie1 on April 16, 2018, 09:52:48 am
No warming drawer here either. I do have steam in my oven and love it.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 16, 2018, 10:02:45 pm
Cookie, seems like a steam over is a bread cooks dream.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2018, 06:30:01 am
Mine will inject steam into the oven as many times as you programme it. I don't have a full steam oven. I love it though.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 26, 2018, 11:05:51 pm
Bought this yesterday.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 27, 2018, 08:03:54 am
The curiosity is getting to me Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 27, 2018, 09:32:35 am
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The curiosity is getting to me Chookie.
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Post by: judydawn on April 28, 2018, 12:20:34 am
Thank goodness for that Chookie!  A must in a garden the size of yours I would imagine.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 28, 2018, 08:31:54 am
Very useful Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 29, 2018, 07:03:13 am
I laughed at your post, Chookie... we just bought a Stihl battery chainsaw on Friday (and I talked DH into getting me a blower attachment for the paths).  Our friend bought a Stihl chainsaw a couple of weeks ago and is absolutely delighted with it, so we decided to get the same make.  It seems Stihl is the way to go (we could probably also get the hedge clipper attachment as well ... if only we had hedges to clip!!!).

Just had another look at the photos, our battery pack would be too large for that hedge clipper!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 29, 2018, 10:56:16 pm
Marina,  we have had Stihl chain saws for years.  Always big petrol ones as Ral cut all the fire wood for Winter at Cherokee. The battery is the way to go now as they don’t need charging too often.
You will love the leaf blower.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 30, 2018, 04:50:37 am
Our leaf blower is electric, but is used to blow dust and car grease as much as leaves now.

Chookie did you get your microwave fixed?

We have a Stihl chainsaw that is petrol powered and a smaller one that is electric. I remember the adds used to say " it's STihl the one!"
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Post by: achookwoman on April 30, 2018, 08:03:28 am
Cookie, still waiting to hear from the microwave people.  The one you are looking at looks interesting but if I have to replace mine will probably go for a Miele . Still interested in the warming drawer.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2018, 05:24:26 am
This is what I bought when in Melbourne.
The plates were to try and eat more veggies. 
The stand with the 4 plates is to make more room on the table.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2018, 05:26:34 am
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This is what I bought when in Melbourne.
The plates were to try and eat more veggies. 
The stand with the 4 plates is to make more room on the table.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 06, 2018, 06:13:28 am
They look good Chookie.

As I was strolling through Castlemaine yesterday, off to buy shoelaces, I saw some really nice jumpers outside the menswear shop - Shetland wool, $49.90 each, so popped in and got one for DH; hope he likes it.  If they are still there next week I might get one for myself as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 06, 2018, 08:59:20 am
Very nice Chookie. Marina what a bargain.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2018, 10:09:19 am
Marina, certainly a good idea.
I saw a book today on Bread making and thought your DH might like it.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2018, 10:10:53 am
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Marina, certainly a good idea.
I saw a book today on Bread making and thought your DH might like it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 06, 2018, 08:39:48 pm
Thanks, Chookie, I'll show it to him.

Also, could you hold two tickets for us for the Creswick SD demonstration on 16 June - I'll confirm it in a week or two so that if DH feels he cannot make it someone else can make use of the tickets.  If we come, do we pay "at the door" or is it pre-payment?
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2018, 11:31:58 pm
Marina, would love for you both to come to bread demo.  Pay on day , then if DH can’t come nothing lost.
How about coming to Invermay for lunch after demo ?
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Post by: obbie on May 07, 2018, 03:23:58 am
bought new saucepans, frying pans, serving plates, pie dishes Saturday, on impulse. ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on May 07, 2018, 04:50:49 am
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Marina, would love for you both to come to bread demo.  Pay on day , then if DH can’t come nothing lost.
How about coming to Invermay for lunch after demo ?

I sometimes wish I lived much closer.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 07, 2018, 06:19:39 am
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Marina, would love for you both to come to bread demo.  Pay on day , then if DH can’t come nothing lost.
How about coming to Invermay for lunch after demo ?
That sounds like a definite temptation too hard to resist.  I'll let you know as soon as DH has made a decision - and keep my fingers crossed that we don't have any last minute workshop emergencies on the date.
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Post by: mab19 on May 14, 2018, 02:00:34 am
DH took me shopping on Saturday and this is what he bought. :) :) :) :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 14, 2018, 02:40:30 am
Oh double wow! Margaret how lovely, it looks beautiful. What a gorgeous DH.
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Post by: gertbysea on May 14, 2018, 02:52:15 am
What cookie said,!!! :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: judydawn on May 14, 2018, 08:35:51 am
Now that’s the sort of shopping I’d like Margaret, lucky lady.  Was it for something special or just because he loves you?
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 14, 2018, 08:22:24 pm
That is beautiful and very special, Margaret.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on May 14, 2018, 08:32:10 pm
Wow Margaret!!! What a lovely gift. Enjoy wearing it. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on May 14, 2018, 10:53:37 pm
Mab, that is beautiful.  You are a very lucky ducky.  special occasion?
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Post by: mab19 on May 15, 2018, 12:23:54 am
Thanks for the comments ladies.  My birthday is next month but DH just decided he would buy it now for Mothers Day and birthday  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2018, 04:17:50 am
What a special man you have Margaret. I mentioned for my 60th that I would like a specific ring. DH said I didn't need baubles, that I had enough (Mum had some beautiful jewellery that Dad had bought for her and I now have) and any other excuse he could think of. DD took him in hand and very begrudgingly he took me to the shop and we bought it. I love it, I wear it where I wore my friendship ring given to me 50 years ago. I now need to work on him for next year for my 70th, but I wont hold my breathe.
Perhaps I should get him to speak to your DH Margaret. That is so beautiful of him, he is special.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 15, 2018, 05:32:27 am
Cookie, if you like, I will get Ral to work on him.
I keep telling him I don’t want any more jewellery. I don’t have occasion to wear what I’ve got.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2018, 07:19:05 am
Sounds good Chookie. I must admit I can't wear what I've got either.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 15, 2018, 09:03:07 am
Cookie, nice problem!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 15, 2018, 02:03:45 pm
It sure is. I wear my rings and often pendants that were Mum’s also bracelets that DH has given me. Mum’s rings are too small for me but fit DD well and I don’t wear brooches very often.
As we were growing up Dad would often sell a specific cow and he would tell Mum she could have the $ to buy a ring. Very sweet of him.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 15, 2018, 11:06:25 pm
The things that I like to wear most are necklaces that have comedown through the family.  They are not expensive but unusual. I also like brooches which I match with different coats  and cardigans.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 16, 2018, 09:21:10 am
A couple of the brooches I inherited belonged to my Nan. I think their value is purely in the vintage area but they are lovely.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 31, 2018, 08:32:59 am
This is the latest book that has fed my addiction.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 31, 2018, 09:25:18 am
I'm not even going to look that book up, Cookie, I am meant to be behaving and that will surely ruin any self control I think I have got!!!  Looking forward to hearing what you think of the recipes, though (I can then enjoy them vicariously!).
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Post by: achookwoman on May 31, 2018, 11:03:36 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on May 31, 2018, 09:25:18 am
I'm not even going to look that book up, Cookie, I am meant to be behaving and that will surely ruin any self control I think I have got!!!  Looking forward to hearing what you think of the recipes, though (I can then enjoy them vicariously!).
Ditto
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Post by: judydawn on May 31, 2018, 01:11:04 pm
We can enjoy the book through your photos cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2018, 08:51:22 am
I am quite impressed with the book. I have made the Garibaldi Biscuits from it this afternoon. They are chilling prior to cooking at the moment.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 01, 2018, 08:40:01 pm
It looks a great book Cookie. I’m sure you will use many recipes from it ;)
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Post by: achookwoman on June 01, 2018, 09:43:42 pm
Cookie, how did theGarabaldi biscuits turn out. ? Do they contain lots of fruit?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 01, 2018, 10:02:53 pm
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Post by: cookie1 on June 02, 2018, 08:47:35 am
I saw those when I was searching for the microwave. I wasn’t too sure about them and figured I’d stay with my cast iron pot.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 02, 2018, 08:50:11 am
Cookie, mixed reviews on these.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 21, 2018, 08:31:23 pm
I am off to buy a new (Miele) vacuum cleaner for work straight after gym this morning and, sadly, there is a small Lakkeland Plastics outlet within the shop I am going to ... oh dear, I guess I really HAVE to check it out as well  :(
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2018, 01:49:50 pm
I bought one of the silicon bread makers today. It’s only a small one and I want to use it in the Varoma. I was looking for a small loaf tin. This was on the throw out pile for $10 and I thought that was an acceptable price.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 22, 2018, 09:02:11 pm
I saw those bread baking 'tins' at the Lakeland stand, but didn't have a close look at them.  One or two wee things from Lakeland managed to find their way into my shopping, but I was very, very good and restrained myself.  They don't have a big presence in the store, but they have a good variety on show, all of it very tempting.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 22, 2018, 11:32:42 pm
Cookie , I also saw those bread baking things.  Thought they were pretty small and that I would need 3 for one mixture. On the other hand, good for cutting down the carbs.  Would also make good garlic bread rolls.
Marina, where is this shop?
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 23, 2018, 05:24:04 am
It's in The Good Guys' store in Preston, Chookie.  Be warned, it's not a very big area yet, but, nonetheless, it's a very dangerous part of the shop!!
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Post by: achookwoman on June 23, 2018, 06:34:21 am
Thanks Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 23, 2018, 10:17:40 am
My local Good Guys also has a Lakeland section. Very tempting.
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Post by: trudy on June 23, 2018, 11:54:45 am
Ours too Cookie.  The chap told me some time back that if there is something you want but they dont stock it you can order which I thought was good.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 23, 2018, 02:47:10 pm
I envy you and your Good Guys.  Ballarat Good Guys was taken over by JB hifi.  GG now don’t stock any small kitchen stuff .
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 23, 2018, 10:30:54 pm
At least you have a good kitchen shop in Ballarat, Chookie, so you are lucky with that.  You can always save a visit to GG as a treat when you have time on one of your visits to Melbourne 
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Post by: cookie1 on June 25, 2018, 03:17:27 am
Quote from: trudy on June 23, 2018, 11:54:45 am
Ours too Cookie.  The chap told me some time back that if there is something you want but they dont stock it you can order which I thought was good.

I will try and pretend I didn't read that!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2018, 06:52:17 am
This is the bread I made in the Varoma with the silicon football thing! The recipe is from thermomixbakingblogger.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180626/0f23651f66a9f7353462f527fecd1438.heic)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180626/7df443df6a8c63a0012d680e1109745b.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2018, 09:44:46 am
Were you happy with your football bread cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2018, 12:51:10 pm
Yes I was Judy. It was only a small loaf but was quick to make and tasty as well. We managed to eat most of it with soup for lunch on Sunday. You mixed it and then cooked it. It rose as it was cooking.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 26, 2018, 11:24:56 pm
That does look interesting Cookie.
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Post by: judydawn on July 12, 2018, 08:56:49 am
I had a bit of a shopping spree today, bought myself another iPad as one of mine has gone crazy since having a non-Apple glass and battery replacement, a mobile phone because the one I had wouldn’t connect to the internet with my new plan which gives me 7 GB data a month and a new phone system for the house now that NBN has been connected. Only being able to have 1 fixed line is a pain after having cordless in other rooms so this new system has 2 phones, both cordless.
Not often I spoil myself but now I find I can’t live without all this technology.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 12, 2018, 08:59:21 am
Go for it Judy.  You deserve spoiling.
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Post by: judydawn on July 12, 2018, 09:00:17 am
I second that LOL
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Post by: gertbysea on July 12, 2018, 11:34:57 am
You have come a long way baby!!

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on July 12, 2018, 11:49:23 am
Maybe Gert but I can still get myself into a pickle.  Phone was set up by the salesman, I set up the iPad but since I tried to install the new landline I’ve managed to lose the phone and internet LOL. I’ve transferred the SIM card from the old iPad to the new one but can’t connect the new keypad, maybe it needs wifi on for that. I’m off to bed to watch the football and have a break! Trying to be too smart for my own good just doesn’t work.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2018, 12:20:06 pm
Good on you Judy. You should be very proud of yourself.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 12, 2018, 08:25:32 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on July 12, 2018, 08:59:21 am
Go for it Judy.  You deserve spoiling.
Yes she does.

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Post by: achookwoman on July 12, 2018, 10:49:07 pm
Judy, I have to smile at your independent stance. ( Gert is another who amazes us)  Ral and I are bl++++ hopeless with this technology. We go to the Apple shop and look like 2 old hopeless GP and the nice staff sort us out.  By the time we leave we know their life story, ( and usually that of their family) .  We then go to Coco Black to recover from spending so much on something that we hardly understand.
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Post by: judydawn on July 13, 2018, 01:17:54 am
These shops are full of people like us Chookie, some with their kids but more without. Staff are wonderfully patient with us.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 13, 2018, 04:22:42 am
I'm fortunate DD helps us. The boys at the Apple store are also wonderful to deal with. They seem to understand people with grey hair very well and are very patient.
I have friends who wont go near ipads etc. I love mine and love trying new IT stuff ..........as long as it keeps doing what I want it to. DH gets very cross with his at times. A bit of the grumpy old man syndrome. We usually sort it out.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 16, 2018, 10:33:47 pm
Bought 3 cooking books while in Melbourne.  $7 each.  Have been trying not to buy any more. 
One on cooking in small heatproof dishes.
One on French Country Kitchens.  Each Kitchen featured has recipe attached.
One on Bread.  If I had written a bread book, this would have been it. Only problem is that it is American and the measurements are all in imperial. I am giving this one to our gardener.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2018, 06:16:39 am
They are too hard to resist Chookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2018, 08:02:08 am
Here is my latest book.  I thought it may give me some ideas for different ways to do veggies. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180917/23358b486193930fbb34e3008a9954c5.jpg)

This is a backpack I picked up at MYER on super special, just before we went away last week.  I like a backpack when you are scrambling round as I can have my wallet with me and my iPad, but still leave my hands free.  My last one sort of fell apart on our previous trip.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 17, 2018, 09:32:14 am
Nice backpack, Cookie ... they are so handy.  I love bum bags, although a imited range is still available, it's a shame they have largely gone "out of fashion".
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Post by: achookwoman on September 17, 2018, 09:53:16 pm
Cookie,both great purchases. I have never had a back pack.   Think I might have to get one. 
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2018, 02:31:41 am
This is a Leona Edmonston one and was marked down a lot.  I love it.
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2018, 10:34:49 am
It’s very pretty cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 12, 2018, 11:40:55 pm
Bought 2 light weight wool tops while we were away last weekend. I have been looking for these tops for several years but couldn’t find them.  They were in a small gift shop at Dunkeld. Being fine wool fabric makes them suited to most weather.
And yes, I bought a cook book.  All about cooking Duck. The book is produced by Great Ocean Road Duck breeders.  These are rather special ducks.  I buy mine from Aldi. 
Also bought one of those things that you put your key in .  Secure it near your front door, and tap in a code to release it.  We couldn’t work out how to work it and had to ask uTube for help.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 13, 2018, 09:37:33 am
We find you tube very helpful. That is a great idea Chookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2018, 03:48:52 am
This is the rolling pin I bought from e bay. You can buy different ones but I liked this one.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 08, 2018, 06:26:39 am
Very fancy!
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2018, 07:57:26 am
When are you going to bake something to show us how it looks cookie?
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2018, 08:08:51 am
I used it with some shortbread this afternoon Judy. The imprint isn't very clear.  If you push too hard it rolls the shortbread out too flat. I will have a few more tries before I give up.
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2018, 08:38:12 am
Maybe it would work better on the pastry on top of a pie cookie?
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Post by: K Atie on November 08, 2018, 10:37:45 am
Wow Cookie that rolling pin is beautiful, biscuits might work , but roll out like a pasty sheet .
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2018, 07:19:08 am
I'll certainly be trying lots of ways, thanks.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 09, 2018, 07:47:33 pm
I like your new rolling pin Cookie,
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Post by: achookwoman on November 09, 2018, 11:03:03 pm
Lovely Cookie.  Hope you can get it to work. How about soft pastry, then chill it.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 11, 2018, 09:40:42 am
I will give it a try next time we have pastry Chookie. I should have tried it last night when we had a lovely chicken pie. The pastry was beautiful.
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Post by: obbie on November 14, 2018, 06:44:34 am
what about for fondant icing on a cake.. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 14, 2018, 07:07:16 am
I think it would work well there Robyn. Thanks.
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Post by: obbie on November 15, 2018, 04:00:09 am
New frying pans, and some gadgets and a gnocci roller thing from Matchbox sale. :)
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Post by: K Atie on November 24, 2018, 08:46:38 am
Started some Christmas shoppping , each year it gets harder to find nice different presents .
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 25, 2018, 12:43:12 am
I bought a little device (looks vaguely like a beer bottle opener) called a JarKey for opening jars ... now that my hands and wrists are getting a little weaker, I saw this and thought I would give it a try and it works really well.  You just put the lip under the lid of the jar and lift slightly (with very little effort) and it releases the vacuum.  Very easy and I am very happy!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 25, 2018, 07:04:19 am
That sounds helpful Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 25, 2018, 08:24:09 pm
Marina, I have something similar.  A must have as I can’t open jars.  Only thing is you have to be careful if you intend to use the jar and lid again for jam or bottling.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 26, 2018, 03:04:05 am
I hadn't thought of that, Chookie.  The jar looked fine / undamaged and the lid didn't seem distorted either, but it is something I will certainly be aware of.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 14, 2018, 07:43:23 pm
Xmas came early.  I have an Apple Watch 4 and a new Apple iphone X r.   My old phone was not compatible with the watch.   I am very impressed with the Activity programme on the watch and am looking forward to the camera features on the phone.  It is all giving this old brain quite a work out.
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Post by: judydawn on December 14, 2018, 10:33:40 pm
Good for you Chookie, who taught you how to use the watch?
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Post by: mab19 on December 14, 2018, 11:55:52 pm
Nice gifts Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 15, 2018, 02:00:24 am
Great gifts ... do I detect Gert's influence here?
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Post by: gertbysea on December 15, 2018, 04:06:07 am
LOL! I am not the only one who likes to keep up with the latest technology. Chookie will master that watch in no time. I might even up grade myself but self says do I need 3 Apple watches?

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on December 15, 2018, 06:13:39 am
Chookie how very exciting.  A wonderful gift.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 15, 2018, 08:02:53 am
Yes Gert certainly had a big influence.  You should see the new Gert.  Trim and terrific.   So did Mandy.  Gert just has to come and stay again so she can show me how to use all this new stuff. My fossilised brain is having a melt down.
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Post by: obbie on April 01, 2019, 01:37:04 am
Picked up a spare Veroma lid for $10, and the Vegetarian, and Meat on the Menu cookbooks for free.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2019, 11:48:24 pm
Oops, I have been at it again. Bought another recipe book.  Lots of nice dip recipes and salads with Chai seeds.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 23, 2019, 02:35:24 am
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Post by: cookie1 on April 23, 2019, 07:01:08 am
It looks interesting Chookie. I spend hours looking through my books as I'm sure you do too.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 24, 2019, 09:20:17 am
Got th quotes for the door handles for our new extension / renovation ... $7,000++  :o  ... needless to say, we're going to Plan B!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 24, 2019, 09:45:48 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 24, 2019, 09:20:17 am
Got th quotes for the door handles for our new extension / renovation ... $7,000++  :o  ... needless to say, we're going to Plan B!
Think I would also look at plan B.
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Post by: judydawn on April 24, 2019, 10:26:32 am
Are they gold plated Marina??!!
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Post by: K Atie on April 24, 2019, 11:59:01 am
Ok I am curious, how can door handles be so much , gosh if we renovate i’m In for a big shock .
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 24, 2019, 05:46:31 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 24, 2019, 09:20:17 am
Got th quotes for the door handles for our new extension / renovation ... $7,000++  :o  ... needless to say, we're going to Plan B!
Blimey Marina that’s an astronomical price for door handles 😲
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Post by: mab19 on April 25, 2019, 12:12:55 am
Wow Marina that's expensive.  Think I would also be lookinig at plan B
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 25, 2019, 12:43:16 am
To be honest, I am not too unhappy to look at Plan B ... I didn't really like these particular handles anyway, but DH really, really liked them.  They had a wood finish, but, to me they reminded me of the wooden spatulas doctors used to use to hold down your tongue to look at your throat!   :)

Today I hope to go looking for microwaves and maybe, if I am feeling really enthusiastic (which I never am when it comes to clothes shopping) I am planning on also looking for new trousers for when we go to Canada later in May ... I know now what will happen, though, I will get to the shopping centre, walk in, walk around, look in some windows and decide that that is enough shopping for me and head home feeling very frustrated and annoyed with myself!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 25, 2019, 03:08:53 am
$7000++.  It’s either a VERY, VERY big home or wonderful door handles. Hopefully Plan B is better Marina.
I love shopping, but lately have been going in, doing what I have to and coming home. Not even checking clothes out, which is unusual for me.
I hope you find a good microwave and some perfect trousers Marina.
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Post by: judydawn on April 25, 2019, 04:29:53 am
Enjoy your shopping Marina.  May is just around the corner so you really need to get some clothes soon. I think you have to be in the mood to go clothes shopping, it’s the trying on of everything that I don’t like.  Some people just buy them and try them at home but that means another trip to the shops if they don’t fit so I prefer to get it all done the first time.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 25, 2019, 11:58:23 am
Marina, I did buy some very nice slacks at DJ in Melbourne.  They were Perri Cutten.  I liked them  as they had pockets.  I bought 3/4 length and didn’t have to have them taken up. They have winter and Summer fabric.  I have both.  Navy and black.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 26, 2019, 01:08:48 am
Thanks for your comments everyone.  Chookie, I will take a look at the Perri Cutten selection.  I did get a pair from My Size but they are a little more casual that I wanted, but, what the heck, I had done what I set out to do and that is buy a pair of trousers, even though the are not exactly what I wanted so I am giving myself a gold star for effort if for nothing else!.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2019, 04:37:02 am
At least you succeeded Marina. A gold star for superb effort.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 26, 2019, 10:11:38 pm
Congrats Marina.  Not an easy job. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 02, 2019, 08:26:22 am
Picked up a set of Woll cookware today at the Home Show - a 2 ltr milk pan, a frying pan and a saute pan.  Even with the show discount they cost heaps, but well worth it and I can't wait to use them.
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Post by: obbie on May 04, 2019, 12:51:04 am
Marina that is similar to what I have Pyrolux.
looks good. :)
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Post by: achookwoman on May 05, 2019, 10:06:19 pm
Marina, don’t know  this brand but they certainly look good. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 13, 2019, 09:03:33 am
Paid for all the door knobs, hinges, fittings, etc. today ... a much more respectale $4,300.00 - still expensive but they are really nice and work smoothly!
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Post by: cookie1 on May 13, 2019, 09:28:14 am
It must be exciting as things progress Marina.
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Post by: judydawn on May 13, 2019, 12:48:30 pm
When do you expect it all to be finished Marina?
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Post by: achookwoman on May 14, 2019, 01:05:13 am
Well done Marina. Very time consuming and nerve racking.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 14, 2019, 04:35:18 am
The renovations are partcularly challenging at the moment because we are going to Canada on Saturday for 1 1/2 weeks and just now is a bit of a 'crunch' time for some plumbing items and white goods - making sure everything is co-ordinated before we go away and delivered at the correct place at the correct time is challenging!  Anyway, we can only do what we can do, and I hope all will be well.  There are one or two wee delivery glitches, but fingers crossed that everything will work out without too many problems..

The build is scheduled to finish early in January, but we are thinking it is more likely to be October / November time ... we hope!  I suspect the January date is just to cover the builders so that they can avoid late completion penalty fees.

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Post by: cookie1 on May 14, 2019, 08:42:24 am
That recently happened with my brother Marina. He was coming home from interstate and had scheduled his house to be completed in March. It was ready at the end of December. He happily retired a little early and shifted in.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 14, 2019, 11:34:34 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 14, 2019, 08:42:24 am
That recently happened with my brother Marina. He was coming home from interstate and had scheduled his house to be completed in March. It was ready at the end of December. He happily retired a little early and shifted in.
That's good news and gives me hope, Cookie.

Air con being installed as we speak (well, as I write this!)
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 16, 2019, 12:40:56 am
Off to buy some lights this morning - a 7 lamp cluster for the stairwell, a corridor light and wall lights for the two bedrooms; bought the oven, rangehood, cook top, fridge and dish washer yesterday and will pay for the outstanding plumbing ware tomorrow ... thank goodness we are going to Canada on Saturday so that our poor old bank account will get a rest and time to recover (a bit)!
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Post by: judydawn on May 16, 2019, 01:40:04 pm
Nice shopping Marina, enjoy your lovely holiday.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 16, 2019, 10:57:28 pm
Marina,  very expensive shopping.  Best wishes for your Canadian trip.
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Post by: obbie on May 17, 2019, 05:45:07 am
Marina, have a great holiday..
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Post by: achookwoman on May 19, 2019, 01:43:08 am
These are the patty cases and a gift box.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 19, 2019, 01:43:52 am
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Post by: cookie1 on May 19, 2019, 08:53:46 am
Gorgeous.
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Post by: judydawn on May 19, 2019, 11:00:29 am
You’ll be in muffin heaven with all those goodies Chookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 14, 2019, 07:19:01 pm
Our chest freezer died overnight.I ordered a new upright frost free one today. We could have done without this expense but there is an awful amount of food I don't want to waste. It's being delivered tomorrow, of course at a price being a Saturday ! At least it’s in stock.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 15, 2019, 02:37:47 am
That's not good CC, hope you don't lose too much food.  Does an upright hold more than a chest freezer, or is it just easier to see what you have got with the upright?
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Post by: mab19 on June 15, 2019, 02:50:45 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 14, 2019, 07:19:01 pm
Our chest freezer died overnight.I ordered a new upright frost free one today. We could have done without this expense but there is an awful amount of food I don't want to waste. It's being delivered tomorrow, of course at a price being a Saturday ! At least it’s in stock.

Sorry to hear that CC I know how you must feel.  We had that happen once when we were on holidays for 2 weeks.  A big chest freezer with half a beast in it. The smell was terrible when we got home.  Fortunately the insurance covered everything.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 15, 2019, 09:50:08 am
What a nuisance CC. I prefer upright freezers as I can't reach to the bottom of chest freezers, even small ones.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2019, 11:47:32 pm
CC, bad luck with the chest freezer.  You will find the upright one easier  to access although they don’t hold as much. Also easier to clean out.
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Post by: judydawn on June 16, 2019, 05:12:36 am
How old was your freezer Denise?  Lucky you were aware it was not working. I too prefer the upright, being short I used to almost fall into the chest type whilst trying to reach the bottom to defrost it many years ago.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 16, 2019, 09:03:48 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 15, 2019, 02:37:47 am
That's not good CC, hope you don't lose too much food.  Does an upright hold more than a chest freezer, or is it just easier to see what you have got with the upright?
An upright freezer is easy to access Marina and luckily I only lost some bread. Like Cookie and Judy it’s difficult to get to the bottom of a chest freezer. I agree Chookie this new upright freezer doesn’t hold as much as the chest freezer. Judy the chest freezer was secondhand given to me by a friend when my previous freezer packed up.
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Post by: judydawn on June 17, 2019, 05:59:22 am
You’ve done well with it then Denise. I hope the contents fitted into your new one though.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 17, 2019, 08:45:15 am
I received a new ipad this morning. Ity replaced the one that I had. I'm very impressed. This one has a 2 year guarantee. The young man was telling me about the new ipads that will be coming out. He said they will be quite different.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 17, 2019, 11:35:04 pm
Cookie, have fun with your new iPad.
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Post by: judydawn on June 18, 2019, 07:39:56 am
I wonder what the difference will be cookie.  It would be nice if you could just speak to it and an email or posting is done for you.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 21, 2019, 12:47:47 am
Decided to take advantage of the mid winter sales and use some gift vouchers up at Myer last night.  Amongst other things I bought a couple of new dinner plates, went to a different department to browse around, then promptly dropped the bag with the crockery, smashed them both, so had to go back to buy some more - fortunately they were half price and the gift vouchers paid!
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Post by: cookie1 on June 21, 2019, 04:49:10 am
oh no! How annoying.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 21, 2019, 11:21:56 pm
Oh hell Marina.  How do you keep your cool. 
Our local IGA has hot cooked chickens.  They are more expensive and smaller than Woolworths.
However the the following day, they sell them cold for 1/2 price.  I bought one for lunch.  It was awful.  Will make chicken soup out of it. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 22, 2019, 03:13:19 am
Got the invoice for our new fire yesterday, a Nectre60 (https://www.nectre.com/nectre-n60) - it's the one with curved sides ... it's so cold today I am wishing we already had it installed!  We probably won't get any use out of it until next winter though!
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Post by: judydawn on June 22, 2019, 10:42:19 am
That fire is so nice Marina, I love it.
I had dropsy today too and it broke the glass of my iPad, not the latest one but I use them both. I am still using it but will get it fixed.

Bad luck about the chicken Chookie, I bet it was very dry.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2019, 12:19:19 pm
The fire looks lovely Marina.
I still use both my iPads too Judy. The older one more for recipes and things. I have Snap installed on that and save my recipes into that.

I bought the bread book I had out from the library. I managed to get it for $37 from Booktopia with free shipping.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 23, 2019, 12:32:06 am
Marina, we had a Nectre heater at Cherokee.  It would burn overnight so we were always warm. Great buy. I would put soup in the Le Creuset pot on a wire cake stand on top
Judy, it is easy to drop the iPad. They seem to slide around.
Cookie, just love a new Bread book.
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Post by: mab19 on June 23, 2019, 02:03:26 am
The fire looks nice Marina, just what you need on these cold mornings

Cookie, that book looks interesting I might go and check it out.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 25, 2019, 12:48:57 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 14, 2019, 07:19:01 pm
Our chest freezer died overnight.I ordered a new upright frost free one today. We could have done without this expense but there is an awful amount of food I don't want to waste. It's being delivered tomorrow, of course at a price being a Saturday ! At least it’s in stock.
Well the new freezer I bought 10 days ago stopped freezing.🤬 Took me two hours on the telephone getting everything sorted out under the guarantee and how to proceed to get a new one. Fingers crossed the one bought 10 days ago gets picked up so I get a refund and the new replacement gets delivered.
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Post by: mab19 on June 26, 2019, 02:48:24 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 25, 2019, 12:48:57 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 14, 2019, 07:19:01 pm
Our chest freezer died overnight.I ordered a new upright frost free one today. We could have done without this expense but there is an awful amount of food I don't want to waste. It's being delivered tomorrow, of course at a price being a Saturday ! At least it’s in stock.
Well the new freezer I bought 10 days ago stopped freezing.🤬 Took me two hours on the telephone getting everything sorted out under the guarantee and how to proceed to get a new one. Fingers crossed the one bought 10 days ago gets picked up so I get a refund and the new replacement gets delivered.

How annoying and frustrating for you CC.  I hope it all turns out well for you and you don't lose any food.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 26, 2019, 04:47:14 am
That would really wind me up, CC.  Not only does the new freezer break down, but you had to spend all that time on the phone sorting it out.  It seems customer service gets worse every year - at work it is our policy to endeavour to respond to all emails and phone calls and we constantly get thanked for taking the time to follow up on customer questions and queries, even when they are not necessarily the response the customer was wishing for!  It all takes time, but it (generally!) pays off in the end. 
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2019, 08:56:08 am
Oh CC that is not good at all. Make sure you tell everyone you know what brand it was so that they can beware.
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2019, 12:15:43 pm
What rotten luck Denise, valuable time spent getting the matter sorted. Good luck with the replacement.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 26, 2019, 12:18:45 pm
Oh hell CC.  That is awful. Hope it all sorted now. 

Today I had some fun.  I bought a pile of Small paper Patty Pans ( for cupcakes) for Forum members who can’t get them. I will post them on if you will send your address. I bought one of those long postal cylinders which Ral will cut into sections.  This will prevent them from being squashed. Please don’t be shy as I bought plenty.
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2019, 12:33:30 pm
Very generous of you Chookie.  Forum members do take Chookie up on her offer otherwise she is going to have to cook lots of batches of cup cakes to use them all up! 
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Post by: achookwoman on June 26, 2019, 12:49:11 pm
Thanks Judy. Some coming your way as I have your address. 
If I cook lots of cupcakes I will have to sample them and this will not be good. Please help me out.
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Post by: judydawn on June 26, 2019, 02:41:58 pm
Thank you Chookie, there’s no stopping you so I will gratefully accept them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 27, 2019, 12:23:23 am
Quote from: achookwoman on June 26, 2019, 12:49:11 pm
Thanks Judy. Some coming your way as I have your address. 
If I cook lots of cupcakes I will have to sample them and this will not be good. Please help me out.
You have such a kind and generous heart, Chookie  ... I am sure there will be plenty of 'helpers' here on the forum to come to your aid.  How do I phrase this without sounding greedy?  If you have any left at the end I would be delighted to help out and take a few off your hands.
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Post by: mab19 on June 27, 2019, 02:10:45 am
Thank you Chookie, you may have my address but I will pm you anyway.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 27, 2019, 03:55:01 am
Chookie you are toooooooooooooooooooooooooooo kind. I will very willingly help you get rid of some, THANK YOU and thanks for cutting the cylinders Ral. I will pm you my address.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 27, 2019, 08:49:28 am
Picked up $3,000 worth of lights for the renovation today.  The builders said the marble had been delivered and it looks great ... the only problem is, I didn't realise that we have any marble coming  :o
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Post by: judydawn on June 27, 2019, 01:44:33 pm
 Well that’s an odd one Marina, love to near the outcome of that delivery.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 27, 2019, 07:35:08 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 27, 2019, 01:44:33 pm
Well that’s an odd one Marina, love to near the outcome of that delivery.
Me too Judy.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 27, 2019, 11:32:39 pm
Marina, no problem. Just have to get Ral organised to cut up the tube  I can post them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 28, 2019, 12:14:52 am
Quote from: Cornish Cream on June 27, 2019, 07:35:08 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 27, 2019, 01:44:33 pm
Well that’s an odd one Marina, love to near the outcome of that delivery.
Me too Judy.
Me too!!!  Maybe I will just sit and wait and see what eventuates.  DH thinks it might be some 'marble effect' tiles.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 28, 2019, 01:07:23 pm
Your renovations sound very exciting Marina. You won’t know yourself when you shift in. Very exciting too.

DD texted me today to say that a person at work had picked up a nice coffee machine with a slightly lower price. I really do not need a new one, but DH said I should check it out. Naturally I came home with it. It is still a Nespresso but upmarket. I love that the milk steamer wand is self cleaning. Not a patch on Ral’s but I’m very happy with it.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 28, 2019, 10:26:53 pm
 Marina, very interesting. 
Cookie, love a new bit of kitchen equipment.  Let us know how it goes. I nearly bought another Air Fryer.  Don’t really need it.
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Post by: judydawn on July 01, 2019, 03:08:05 pm
I went shopping for some bits and pieces for my TV room at the end of the kitchen today, the pouffes and the clock. Still waiting for my rug to be made and delivered and trying to find some new artwork for the walls. Wanted to wait until I had everything but it could be a few more weeks.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 01, 2019, 08:51:31 pm
Lovely photo of your TV area Judy. Just seeing a glimpse of the kitchen renovation too. 😉😉 
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Post by: mab19 on July 02, 2019, 01:04:12 am
A nice cosy little area Judy.  Looks good.
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Post by: obbie on July 02, 2019, 01:29:11 am
Well I ordered my TM6  last week, paid for... ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2019, 07:20:55 am
Judy that looks so lovely and bright and cosy.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 02, 2019, 08:17:26 am
Judy, your TV room looks lovely.

Obbie, if you get a TM6, will there be any room left in your kitchen for you???  I will look forward to hearing what you think of the '6.
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Post by: judydawn on July 02, 2019, 10:49:52 am
Thanks girls, it is cosy. DD visited again today, another cushion and a throw added. Apparently this is how you do it LOL
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Post by: achookwoman on July 02, 2019, 10:56:44 pm
Judy, love the look of your TV room. Neutral colours are great. 
Obbie, will be interested to hear about the Thermo 6.
I’m returning to the new shop of cooking ingredients, with my own containers today.  Dried cherries , honey and gluten free flour on the list.  Might also try their dish washing liquid. 
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Post by: judydawn on July 03, 2019, 02:22:33 am
 
Thanks for the nice comments on my new room ladies, I feel very relaxed out here.

Take lots of containers Chookie, you might need them!  Great idea.

The TM is becoming way too technical for me I think, the old TM31 will see me out I hope. I will be interested in hearing what it’s like though from those who have bought it. 
   
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2019, 08:59:42 am
I'm happy with my 31 and the 5. The 6 sounds impressive but I only want and need 2 machines.
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Post by: obbie on July 04, 2019, 05:21:42 am
I just thiught it would be good, haven't really bought anything fancy sime TM5. will have the 2 machines.  :)   I sold my HMP... as well.

There is a flood of TM5's on the market from consultants selling, and cheap books / chips.
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Post by: K Atie on July 04, 2019, 12:55:42 pm
I love my Tm31 , I call her the work horse and TM5 is great . But it makes me restless seeing the TM 6 . It looks great . I cannot imagine giving up either machine so I’ll just play the waiting thinking game .
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 04, 2019, 10:42:37 pm
I cannot remember how many years since the TM5 came on the market ... perhaps 3 - 4 years? so you may not have to wait too long before they decide to replace the TM6 and you can get a 2nd hand one, or, on the other hand, you may want to go to the TM(7?).  I'm still more than happy to stick with my '31.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 04, 2019, 11:47:59 pm
Watched a long video by Sophia about the TMX 6.  Worth a look.  Confirmed what I thought.  I will continue to wait for one that will allow me to upload my recipes on to a chip. Probably never happen as there is no money in this for the company.
All said I love my machine. I use it every day and mostly several times a day.

I took lots of Jars to The Source.  I looked at every item in the shop.  There are 50 shops.  2 in London, England , the latest in Taralagon in Victoria, 1 in Fitzroy and 1 in Brunswick. Because the food is in bulk, it is mostly cheaper than Supermarkets.  Lots of organic stuff. Very good quality.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 05, 2019, 04:24:38 am
We've got a 'Source' shop down the road from us .. it is actually in Collingwood, not Fitzroy (I just had to put that in seeing as it is on the same street as us in Collingwood !).  Their organic dried mango is gorgeous.  However, we were once caught short of flour (I cannot remember whether it was light rye or spelt) so we got some from there and it really wasn't nice at all.  We sometimes get their peanut butter, but it is expensive and DH reckons the one he makes in the TMX is better.  But they have a huge variety of goods and I am always tempted to pop in to see what I can buy!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2019, 08:27:44 am
I have some things to drop at the Good Sammy shop so I must make the effort to go up to Source.
Marina where do you usually get your flours from?
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Post by: achookwoman on July 05, 2019, 11:24:36 pm
I bought some organic bread flour from The Source, to try. Will let you know what I think.  So far I like Laucke best. 
Marina, some of the produce from the Source is expensive , but like anywhere you need to know prices.
Marina, I would be interested to know what peanuts your DH uses for his peanut butter.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 08, 2019, 12:47:02 am
Cookie, we get our flour direcly from Laucke - Wallaby 55 if I remember correctly ... Chookie put us on to it so she can correct me if I have it wrong.  The spelt and rye flours are from one of the high turnover organic stalls at Victoria Market.

Chookie, I just get roasted unsalted peanuts, also from Victoria Market (I think the stall is called The Nut Shack).  I don't think they are organic, but they are generally pretty good quality.  I am not sure, but I think DH puts a touch of oil in as well, but I could be wrong.  If you want more details let me know and I'll get on to it.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 08, 2019, 12:06:17 pm
Thanks. I have trouble finding rye flour here- I can get it from Source. I saw that Laucke could send me some for less than I pay here.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 08, 2019, 09:43:56 pm
Thanks Marina.  Ral likes peanuts.  I usually re roast them in the AF.
I have found that the freshness of the flour makes a difference. 
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Post by: cookie1 on July 12, 2019, 03:02:27 am
The parcel post man has just been. Thank you so very much Ral and Chookie. One of you is very, very good at sealing the ends of tubes.
I hope to make excellent use of the patty pans on Sunday.

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Post by: achookwoman on July 12, 2019, 05:59:11 am
Glad it arrived Cookie. Ral did the cutting and sealing.  He has been using the football bandaids that you sent him.  ;D
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Post by: K Atie on July 12, 2019, 01:34:34 pm
The other day I brought a pillow from Snooze , they were posting it as there were none in the shop , it’s a memory pillow, I thought would help my neck sleeping . I rang today to say were is it ... oh it will be coming soon it takes three weeks from DENMARK !! Oh .
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Post by: cookie1 on July 14, 2019, 12:53:06 pm
I hope it helps KAtie. I have trouble with my elderly neck (arthritis) and my doctor suggested a bamboo pillow that was a memory pillow. I couldn’t get used to it, so now I use a very flat one and slide it out of the bed most nights and sleep without.

Your service from Snooze certainly wasn’t the best.
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Post by: K Atie on July 14, 2019, 01:22:52 pm
They are quite flat but so is my beloved baby size down pillow that goes everywhere with me .
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 14, 2019, 10:48:08 pm
This is not really shopping, but had to post this ... my kitchen gets installed in our renovation today  :) :) :) - already well paid for (thank goodness!).
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Post by: achookwoman on July 14, 2019, 11:53:48 pm
Marina, that is more than exciting.  I still feel over the moon when I think about all the new drawers we had put into our kitchen. Let us know how it looks.
Yesterday we went out for our French breakfast then I drove to Talbot.  A small town with a Farmers Market.  We bought 3 Wallflower plants and 2 Euphorbias. Also2 parsnips for $4. Ridiculous.
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Post by: judydawn on July 15, 2019, 04:53:17 am
The whole lot for $4 Chookie or just the parsnips?
How exciting for you Marina, the kitchen is the best room in the house as far as I’m concerned.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2019, 05:03:43 am
There is no room in the house more exciting than the kitchen. Wonderful Marina.

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Post by: Cuilidh on July 15, 2019, 08:22:05 am
I've just been up to have a sneak peak at the kitchen and it is looking really good - WHOOPEEEE!!  I am so excited.  Loads of drawers and enough bench space to work with.  The bench top is not in yet, nor the cook top, dish washer, etc.,, but they will probably leave them until nearer completion time.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 15, 2019, 12:38:27 pm
So very exciting.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 15, 2019, 11:46:27 pm
Marina, glad you have had a peek.
Judy, just the parsnips, $4.
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Post by: mab19 on July 15, 2019, 11:52:26 pm
How exciting Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 16, 2019, 04:18:52 am
I hope they didn't have stringy centres Chookie. I love parsnip mash and baked parsnip, but all those I buy have yuck centres.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 16, 2019, 03:13:23 pm
These Parsnips are large so may have woody centres. Will just cut around edges. Even though they were expensive that will do several meals.
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Post by: obbie on July 17, 2019, 05:32:35 am
A new kitchen is always excititng.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 17, 2019, 04:35:03 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on July 15, 2019, 08:22:05 am
I've just been up to have a sneak peak at the kitchen and it is looking really good - WHOOPEEEE!!  I am so excited.  Loads of drawers and enough bench space to work with.  The bench top is not in yet, nor the cook top, dish washer, etc.,, but they will probably leave them until nearer completion time.
How exciting for you Marina.

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Marina, that is more than exciting.  I still feel over the moon when I think about all the new drawers we had put into our kitchen. Let us know how it looks.
Yesterday we went out for our French breakfast then I drove to Talbot.  A small town with a Farmers Market.  We bought 3 Wallflower plants and 2 Euphorbias. Also2 parsnips for $4. Ridiculous.
That’s expensive parsnips Chookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 12, 2019, 12:17:04 am
After putting up with a next to uselss phone for the past couple of weeks I bit the bullet yesterday and bought a new one.  As good fortune would have it, my nephew was visiting from NZ so, as he is the IT specialist in the family, I dragged him off to help me choose.  I now have a lovely Nokia.  Nothing super dooper top end, but it will do all I ever need until it kicks up its heels (nephew says phones don't last more than 2 years these days!). 

I was totally bemused when I was researching new phones on the internet that 99% of them talked almost exclusively about the camera's attributes, very little information about the actual phone, perhaps they should change the name of the item now to campho or something to reflect it's new status!  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on August 12, 2019, 08:30:56 am
Lucky for you that your nephew was able to accompany you Marina, I’m sure sales people take advantage of we females when we’re shopping for devices. My SIL in Melbourne knew I was in the market for a different smart phone so for an early birthday present he bought me a second-hand Apple 6S.  Me and my phone are getting along famously, I should have listened to others, bitten the bullet and bought an Apple ages ago.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 12, 2019, 12:04:02 pm
How lovely Marina. I have an Android- Samsung. DH took an Apple hand me down from DD and he loves it. He can even use it!  He has never texted before and now he can.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 13, 2019, 12:04:51 am
I think mobile phones are horrible and so intrusive!  I absolutely hate mine but reluctantly recognise and acknowledge the necessity of having one these days.  I agree with you, Judy, some salesmen see us (women of a 'certain age') coming and you can almost see them rubbing their hands with glee - what we need is Gert to come down here and teach them a short, sharp lesson! 
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2019, 04:00:48 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on August 13, 2019, 12:04:51 am
I think mobile phones are horrible and so intrusive!  I absolutely hate mine but reluctantly recognise and acknowledge the necessity of having one these days.  I agree with you, Judy, some salesmen see us (women of a 'certain age') coming and you can almost see them rubbing their hands with glee - what we need is Gert to come down here and teach them a short, sharp lesson!

Totally.
Thank goodness I have DD. She usually wears a shirt that is a tiny bit low and we get lots of attention. Not too low as I wouldn't go out with her then.  ;D ;D ;D ;D I usually leave all the discussion to her.
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Post by: judydawn on August 13, 2019, 05:23:41 am
Good to hear DD uses her body to get what she wants cookie LOL.  Why don’t you try it!
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2019, 12:33:15 pm
Quote from: judydawn on August 13, 2019, 05:23:41 am
Good to hear DD uses her body to get what she wants cookie LOL.  Why don’t you try it!

I can just see the headlines now “old chook terrifies staff in JB’s by wearing a low cut shirt!”
😀😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Post by: judydawn on August 13, 2019, 02:47:16 pm
LOL cookie.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 14, 2019, 12:01:06 am
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Quote from: judydawn on August 13, 2019, 05:23:41 am
Good to hear DD uses her body to get what she wants cookie LOL.  Why don’t you try it!

I can just see the headlines now “old chook terrifies staff in JB’s by wearing a low cut shirt!”
😀😂😂😂😂😂😂
Love it, Cookie  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on August 14, 2019, 08:30:04 am
Love it Cookie. 
Love our Apple phones, especially as they talk to our watches.  Just bought 2 new bands for myApple Watch.  A bright red one and a purple one.  I might do what Gert does and do mixed colour combinations.  Red one side and purple the other.
I spent all morning shopping at the Essential Ingredient.  Bought stuff we can’t get in Ballarat.  Maple Syrup flakes for pancakes.  Snow , which is Icing Sugar that doesn’t dissolve when sprinkled on cakes. A small Spanish made steel dish which will fit into the AF. Lots of things for DIL and DD.  Bought a 1 k bag of Australian Quinoa. Caramel Chips for Choc Chip Cookie. And more.
Marina, the real Geek in our family is DS.  He has a different/ new phone every year.  Says it is part of his job !  I also think the camera is important.  Can take photos of recipes as I weightfor the Dr etc.  Also photos of interesting food. Took one forCookie yesterday.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 14, 2019, 01:26:32 pm
I’ve only been to The Essential Ingredient a couple of times but loved it.
Chookie the chef that ran the classes DD and I went to said they f you put maize cornflour on things it won’t dissolve like icing sugar. I do that now and as it is only a sprinkle you don’t notice.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 15, 2019, 12:31:14 am
Cookie, I am a bit confused ... do you mean you use maize cornflour for thickening in place of 'regular' cornflour, or as a replacement for icing sugar?
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Post by: mab19 on August 15, 2019, 01:24:06 am
Chookie, it sounds like you are making the most of your stay in Melbourne.  Shop till you drop :) :) :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 15, 2019, 07:53:02 am
Quote from: Cuilidh on August 15, 2019, 12:31:14 am
Cookie, I am a bit confused ... do you mean you use maize cornflour for thickening in place of 'regular' cornflour, or as a replacement for icing sugar?

Instead of sprinkling icing sugar on your goodies to look nice, which then dissolves, you use maize cornflour to sprinkle and make them look nice. It doesn't dissolve like the icing sugar does.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 15, 2019, 08:16:17 am
Cookie, I suspect that the Snow, has cornflour mixed with the icing sugar.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 15, 2019, 11:43:27 pm
I have been naughty again. 
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Post by: achookwoman on August 15, 2019, 11:46:32 pm
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The Age book I bought because I like half of the cooks.
The Gluten free book is interesting as the recipes are simple.


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Post by: mab19 on August 16, 2019, 02:17:56 am
Nice purchases Chookie.  You will enjoy reading those.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 16, 2019, 01:31:18 pm
That’s not naughty Chookie. They are wise purchases to guide you in your new line of health studies.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 16, 2019, 09:19:45 pm
Went to Wilson’s to stock up on Fruit and veg.  They have a new product.  Boxed up mixed veggies for $5 or $8. They are supposed to be seconds but looked good to me. Each box was different.  You could pick one that contained what you would normally buy.
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Post by: judydawn on August 17, 2019, 05:25:12 am
That sounds like a bargain Chookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 18, 2019, 01:26:56 pm
It certainly does. I find good fruit and veggies are quite expensive. Good on you Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 24, 2019, 11:15:47 pm
This is not the usual shopping Gem.   Yesterday we attended the Swap at Creswick.  They are a lovely group of people.   I took the usual SD crumpets and a jar of SD starter. They also have the community Wholefoods Shop open .  This shop sells mostly Australian organic products.
Yesterday they asked me if I was interested in a 20 K bag of nearly out of date Biodynamic Organic Bread flour.  It cost $80 and I could have it for $50. I was very pleased to get it as the price of good bread flour has sky rocketed. It will be used up very quickly.  At the moment I am making about 80 Crumpets a week as well as a loaf or 2.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 25, 2019, 12:14:29 am
Well done, sounds like a great bargain, Chookie, especially with all that baking you are doing.
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Post by: mab19 on August 25, 2019, 02:05:40 am
That's a good bargain Chookie
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2019, 04:20:20 am
What a bargain Chookie. I totally agree with the price of bread flour rising. I paid about $5 more for my 10kg bag the other day. I was hoping to be able to get some when I went out to European Foods the other day but I didn’t really like the brands they had. Laucke have put me onto another place I may be able to buy some.
I overheard DH telling a car club friend the other day that our bread alone would have more than paid for our thermomixes.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 25, 2019, 11:33:44 pm
Cookie, I would have to agree with your DH about paying for the Thermo.
I have found that adding a teaspoon of Improver helps the cheaper bread flour,  but still not as good as Laucke. Some of the cheaper flour is imported from NZ and mixed with Aussi flour.
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Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2019, 05:40:49 am
It will be interesting to hear how long that 80 kg bag of flour lasts you Chookie, please write a date on your bag so that you can tell us.  I had trouble getting through a 10 kg bag in the 6 years DH was in a nursing home, threw it out eventually and bought another one.  Why I don’t know!
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Post by: cookie1 on August 26, 2019, 06:36:45 am
I buy 10kg bags and find they last me about a calendar month. I opened a new bag today and I opened the last one on the 21st July. I always put the date on the tag that is stitched into the top of the bag.
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Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2019, 09:49:38 am
That doesn’t surprise me with all your bread making cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 26, 2019, 12:54:11 pm
If the bread is sifted, ( White) , it will keep for years in a cool place.  No problem with that here.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2019, 11:30:49 pm
I have made so many Portuguese Custard Tarts that I have worn out the tins.  The last lot stuck and I was so annoyed that I went to Le Kitchen in Ballarat and bought 2 new ones.  These are Le Creuset. Expensive but amazing. I made Macadamia Honey Tarts and the honey bubbles up and would normally cause problems with removing the tarts.   They just popped out. 
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Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2019, 11:41:40 pm
That’s something that would never happen in this house Chookie!
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 28, 2019, 12:04:28 am
Quote from: achookwoman on August 27, 2019, 11:30:49 pm
I have made so many Portuguese Custard Tarts that I have worn out the tins.  The last lot stuck and I was so annoyed that I went to Le Kitchen in Ballarat and bought 2 new ones.  These are Le Creuset. Expensive but amazing. I made Macadamia Honey Tarts and the honey bubbles up and would normally cause problems with removing the tarts.   They just popped out.
That happened to me last weekend, Chookie, I had to throw one of my tins out as well.  Now I have to find another good one.  Don't quite know if we can afford le Creuset, though.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 28, 2019, 07:46:09 am
I am very embarrassed about the Le Creuset muffin tins.  I bought 2 but the shop owner insisted on charging me for only one.  Yes they are expensive , $50 each.  But look at it this way.  A Portuguese Custard Tart cost $4 in the shop.  Make 12 and that is the cost of the tin.  The ingredients , less than 50 cents each.   Given the quality of the tins, they will never need replacing.
I also bought a very expensive Bread tin ( about $70) with a slide on lid.  I bought this from Alyce when we did the cooking class at her shop for the Forum Festival in Melbourne. It has been worth every $.  The loaf I made today in this tin would cost $10 if bought. It cost  less than $3 , ingredients.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2019, 08:04:43 am
Chookie just saving the bother of things sticking is worth every cent. I am going to go and check out the Le Creuset muffin tins.  I have a couple of brilliant bread tins that I paid a lot of money for. they are worth every cent. At the time I thought they were very expensive but I have changed my mind. I never grease or line them, or wash them. I just give them a rub over with a hand towel and they are ready for next time.
You have made an excellent purchase.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 28, 2019, 08:15:57 am
You are both right, the quality is well worth the expense.
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Post by: K Atie on August 29, 2019, 01:53:30 pm
Chookie I have not seen the Le creuset muffin tins before, must have a look soon . In my late 20s I use to wait for the big sale on Le Creuset and get and extra percentage off for the first few days , I saved up and each time got a new pot or casserole dish , love them still use them today . Just made scrambled eggs in a pan the other day .
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Post by: achookwoman on August 30, 2019, 12:48:06 pm
K Atie,  did the same with the Le Creuset. Only every bought them on sale.  The Muffin tins are $60 but they were reduced to $50.  All my Le Creuset pots are red.  I now leave a couple on the stove as I use them all the time. I have been tempted by the new colours but have resisted.
There is a Le Creuset Shop in the Emporium in Melbourne.  I try to keep away from there.  :-X
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Post by: K Atie on August 31, 2019, 07:47:54 am
So funny Chookie mine are all blue , I have a casserole one that is pale blue too . Gave up on the large one as it is too heavy to lift when full .
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Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2019, 07:38:17 am
The parcel post man called today. He had a parcel for me from Booktopia. DD managed to get free shipping for it. It is an American book but I have made a couple of things from their magazines and liked them. (bake from scratch)
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Post by: judydawn on September 17, 2019, 12:51:29 pm
Looking forward to seeing what you bake from the book cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 17, 2019, 10:22:59 pm
Cookie, that does look interesting.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 18, 2019, 08:20:36 am
A microwave and washing machine for me.  Not nearly as inspiring as a recipe book!!
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2019, 08:22:25 am
What sort of microwave did you buy Marina?
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 18, 2019, 08:26:02 am
It was a Panasonic, 1100 kw (if I recall correctly).  I didn't do as much research as I maybe should have done, but my old microwave and the one at Guildford are both Panasonic and neither of them have given me any trouble so that's why I went with that brand again.  LG got got reviews in Choice magazine, but there were a lot of negative comments on Canstar Blue about the noise / tune they made when they had finished their cycle that that put me off them.  Also, because the mw is above the oven and the oven was mainly black with a stainless steel 'fascia stripe' I felt I should get a similar look for the mw.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2019, 08:28:24 am
It sounds good to me. We are on our second Panasonic and have never had trouble with either of them. I think the first was a National, before they changed their name.
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Post by: judydawn on September 18, 2019, 08:28:53 am
I went to a clothing warehouse with my Probus group today and it was hard not to buy a few things before they fed us copious amounts of sandwiches, cake, biscuits and coffee/tea.  Trousers and 3 tops, not cheap but very good quality.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 18, 2019, 08:32:23 am
Good on you Judy.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 18, 2019, 08:37:03 am
Well done Judy, sounds like a totally satisfying visit all round.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 18, 2019, 08:46:22 am
Marina, we also have had Panasonic microwaves.  No problems. 
Nice shopping Judy.
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Post by: K Atie on September 18, 2019, 03:44:32 pm
We always now get the Panasonic inverter microwave. I am the killing machine with microwaves killed about 8 not kidding DH just shakes his head each time .
Might have brought bathers , shoes , pants and a top .
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Post by: cookie1 on September 19, 2019, 09:14:52 am
Almost a total outfit KAtie.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2019, 07:26:06 am
How do you kill a Microwave. ?
I have only bought 2 in 55 years of married life.
I use the Microwave every day.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 20, 2019, 12:41:42 pm
We are on our second in 47 years Chookie. We bought our first one in 1980 when DD was born. She was prem and drank about 40ml of milk every couple of hours. The microwave was so quick when the baby was screaming at 2am. 😀😀😀😀😀
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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2019, 11:04:03 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 20, 2019, 12:41:42 pm
We are on our second in 47 years Chookie. We bought our first one in 1980 when DD was born. She was prem and drank about 40ml of milk every couple of hours. The microwave was so quick when the baby was screaming at 2am. 😀😀😀😀😀
I feel for you Cookie. Our DD was a shocker.  She cried from the time she was born.  We realised much later that she was hungry as she reacted badly to cows milk. I put her on solids early.  Wish I had had a TMX then. I would boil a lamb shank with veg and barley, no salt.  She loved it. 
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Post by: mab19 on September 21, 2019, 12:33:15 am
We are still on our second microwave too.  The first one just died and this one came from my Dad's house after he passed away.  It is very basic but still does the job.
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Post by: judydawn on September 21, 2019, 04:08:35 am
I’m on my 4th since 1987.  At one stage when I had 2 going at once I gave the nursing home one for the kitchen visitors can use but that only lasted 6 months then the one I’d kept carked it.  Thankfully they are not expensive.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 21, 2019, 01:31:08 pm
Went to Creswick market and it rained heavily the whole time we were there. I wanted to buy one very large potato to make potato cakes.  The man on the stall insisted that I not pay, so I told him I would bring him some jam next Market. He was delighted.  Said he would keep me in potatoes for a year in exchange for jam.  Looks like the jam currency has started.  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on September 21, 2019, 09:25:16 pm
Hooray I am finally getting emails from the forum again!

I am not surprised your jam is currency Chookie!

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on September 22, 2019, 02:23:47 am
That good news Gert.  Wonder what the problem was.
Just found an interesting item in the Guardian newspaper about Jam.
Talking to myDS this morning about jam making.  She wanted to know what recipes I use.  Told her I have my own formula and use the TMX.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on September 22, 2019, 03:22:39 am
That would have been the end of that conversation Chookie LOL.
Welcome back on air Gert. Are you using your TMX much these days?
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Post by: cookie1 on September 22, 2019, 08:41:05 am
That sounds like an excellent idea Chookie.

Hi again Gert. Welcome back.
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Post by: gertbysea on September 22, 2019, 10:08:36 pm
I thought everyone was off the air!

Yup I use it weekly but not daily. I am just not as enthused with the TM5 as it is sooo slow. Also not cooking for anyone but me these days..

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on September 23, 2019, 02:37:07 am
Notes on Jam.  I have 4 basic TMX Jam formulas. All on my blog but also posted on the Forum.
Dried Apricot , fresh Apricot, Strawberry and Lemon and Carrot Marmalade. I buy Jam Setta and often use 1 teaspoon of this added to any overripe fruit. I love making it in the TMX as it is so predictable.  Usually make 4 medium jars at a time.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 23, 2019, 09:37:54 am
I made some Strawberry Jam yesterday.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 29, 2019, 12:52:58 am
Cookie, Strawberries are lovely at the moment.  The buyer at Woolies told me they come from Queensland and have more flavour than the Summer ones from Victoria. I think he is correct.
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Post by: judydawn on September 29, 2019, 01:23:10 am
Chookie, I ate a whole punnet the other day for my evening meal as I’d been out to lunch.  They were delicious and I agree with the Woolies chap wholeheartedly.
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Post by: K Atie on October 04, 2019, 11:57:14 pm
We had the best blueberries ever from woolies , huge ones so tasty . I devoured half a punnet . Wounder what blueberry jam would be like ?
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Post by: achookwoman on October 05, 2019, 12:37:03 am
K Atie, blueberry jam is disappointing.  But add blueberries to strawberries and the jam is better.
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Post by: K Atie on October 05, 2019, 02:17:48 am
Thank you Chookie .
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Post by: cookie1 on October 05, 2019, 08:25:16 am
Quote from: achookwoman on October 05, 2019, 12:37:03 am
K Atie, blueberry jam is disappointing.  But add blueberries to strawberries and the jam is better.

I’m making some more strawberry jam and I have blueberries so I will do it. Thanks.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 06, 2019, 10:31:38 am
As K Atie said Woolworths have lovely Blueberries at the moment.  I served some with a lemon coconut slice from Green Kitchen.  Bit too coconutty for us.  Needed the Blueberries.
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Post by: mab19 on October 28, 2019, 03:15:51 am
We bought ourselves early Christmas presents this morning.  A Stilh whipper snipper for DH and a Phillips air fryer for me.
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Post by: judydawn on October 28, 2019, 07:28:54 am
Great presents to each other Margaret.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 28, 2019, 10:10:44 am
Quote from: judydawn on October 28, 2019, 07:28:54 am
Great presents to each other Margaret.
Agree.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 28, 2019, 06:22:27 pm
Quote from: mab19 on October 28, 2019, 03:15:51 am
We bought ourselves early Christmas presents this morning.  A Stilh whipper snipper for DH and a Phillips air fryer for me.
I once bought DH one of these chainsaws for his birthday ... and he bought me a leaf blower ... romantic, aren't we!
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Post by: cookie1 on October 29, 2019, 02:46:51 am
We all get like that don't we? DH has his vintage cars and all their parts etc and tools to work on them and I have my thermomixes and anything else I decide I need.
DH thought that one of his brothers sons took all his tools, however apparently he only took his new tool set. On Saturday DH came home with a ute load of tools his brother had bought over the years. Several tool sets were repeated, I think he forgot he had them after his strokes. Most of the electrical things no longer work, some were brand new, still in the box. :-[ DH is busy going through them, cleaning them up and he hopes to sell most of them on Gumtree for his SIL.
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Post by: judydawn on October 29, 2019, 09:53:35 am
That’s very kind of DH cookie. 
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Post by: achookwoman on October 29, 2019, 09:26:29 pm
Cookie, a big job for your DH.  At least he will know what he is dealing with.
Shopping? . I buy what I want. Mostly unusual ingredients. Latest was Inca Berries. Dried Cape Gooseberries.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 01, 2019, 10:08:03 pm
Several weeks ago I bought 2 recipe books. One , I didn’t open until yesterday. It is the Good Food Favourite recipes.  All my favourite cooks are featured and I would like to cook 99% of the recipes. This isn’t often the case.  I check each recipe to see if it has garlic and if it also has oil or butter I can the substitute garlic infused olive oil.  I really dislike gluten free flour, but if a recipe has 100 grams or less it is usually ok. I sometimes get really inventive and tip in a bit of SD starter.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 02, 2019, 12:29:40 am
Quote from: achookwoman on November 01, 2019, 10:08:03 pm
Several weeks ago I bought 2 recipe books. One , I didn’t open until yesterday. It is the Good Food Favourite recipes.  All my favourite cooks are featured and I would like to cook 99% of the recipes. This isn’t often the case.  I check each recipe to see if it has garlic and if it also has oil or butter I can the substitute garlic infused olive oil.  I really dislike gluten free flour, but if a recipe has 100 grams or less it is usually ok. I sometimes get really inventive and tip in a bit of SD starter.
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Post by: judydawn on November 03, 2019, 05:22:01 am
Books like that are well worth buying Chookie, pity you have restrictions but you seem to be well on top of what you can make substitutes with.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 03, 2019, 06:44:12 am
I’ve seen that book tempting me Chookie. I’m trying to tell myself that basic ingredients can only be combined in so many ways, hence I don’t need anymore books.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 03, 2019, 10:00:09 pm
Made first recipe from Neil Perry.  It was very easy and absolutely delicious.  Will post.
Needed to go to Apple shop at Highpoint  to get new cover for iPad. Found a Japanese shop where everything is $2.80. Amazing. Will post photos when I get home.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 04, 2019, 01:16:14 am
Was that shop Daiso Chookie?  I have heard ladies at the gym discussing it but I have never been in one ... yet ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on November 04, 2019, 03:22:17 am
Quite possibly Daiso. DD discovered it years ago when she was in Japan. Then when she discovered them in Melbourne she was over the moon. We now have one at our local Westfield. I often pop in and pick up little containers I need or something similar. The dried mango they have from Cebu in the Philippines is lovely. The couple down the road have a house in Cebu and go back a couple of times a year. They brought us some back and then we found it in Daiso.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 04, 2019, 10:01:52 pm
Yes , that is the shop, Daiso. I bought small mesh bags to pop in my hand bag. Sheets of fluffy stuff that soaks up scum or oil on top of stock.
Marina, is there one in Melbourne?  This one was at Highpoint.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 05, 2019, 05:50:51 am
Quote from: achookwoman on November 04, 2019, 10:01:52 pm
Yes , that is the shop, Daiso. I bought small mesh bags to pop in my hand bag. Sheets of fluffy stuff that soaks up scum or oil on top of stock.
Marina, is there one in Melbourne?  This one was at Highpoint.
I think there is one downstairs on the corner of Bourke and Swanston Street - I will have to check it out.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 05, 2019, 07:34:01 am
Yes Marina. Where Readers' Feast was long ago.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 05, 2019, 10:18:42 pm
Thanks Marina and Cookie.  We are in Melbourne again at the end of the month and I will check it out.
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2019, 02:51:31 am
Look what I found in an op shop this morning Chookie.  Perfect little gadget to put the lemon or cumquat pips in when I make marmalade, it will hold ample enough and can hang down through the whole in the TMX lid. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 08, 2019, 04:28:39 am
Purchased the latest Revive Cafe Cookbook (from Auckland, NZ) ... one for me one for my Kris Kringle
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Post by: judydawn on November 08, 2019, 11:38:09 pm
Oops, forgot to add the photo to my previous post. Have now done so.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 09, 2019, 01:15:01 am
Judy, very good purchase.  I’ve got several.  All different sizes. Haven’t thought to use them in the TMX.
Yesterday made Lemon butter and 5 jars of Strawberry Conserve.  All in TMX.
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Post by: mab19 on November 09, 2019, 02:31:54 am
I have one of those too Judy.  I use it for tea leaves if I'm the only one who wants a cuppa.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 09, 2019, 08:28:18 am
Lateral thinking there. I have a tea leaves one or two and I’ve never thought of using them in the thermomix for jams.
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Post by: judydawn on November 09, 2019, 08:48:36 am
I didn’t either girls until I came across this one. I was pretty excited LOL
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Post by: achookwoman on November 15, 2019, 02:16:24 pm
Last Xmas we were given an Aldi Boxed Italian fruit cake. Panattone . It was much nicer than the more expensive ones that I tasted in David Jones. Also a third of the price.  I have bought several this year to gave a presents.  They are in the shops now.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 16, 2019, 11:00:10 am
I will look out for them Chookie and buy one to try.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 16, 2019, 11:39:36 pm
Cookie, they had 3 different ones.  I think the fruit one is best.
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Post by: judydawn on November 17, 2019, 04:14:29 am
 I had a few problems with the tea strainer girls so I ended up taking it off the chain and then I had to secure each half together with string as it came apart in the first lot of cumquat marmalade   yesterday. All good then thank goodness, it was so much easier once I worked out what needed to be done.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 17, 2019, 09:38:01 pm
Judy, glad you solved the problem.  When I make Cumquat marmalade I just boil the whole Cumquats until soft, then squash them on a chopping board.  Flick out the pips and slice the skin and pulp. No need then to boil them with the marmalade.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2019, 10:57:01 am
Good problem solving Judy.

I bought myself a new handbag today. I seem to be so hard on them.
DD cleaned out her ;lipstick pile today. She gave me a choice before she threw them out. I scored about 20, mainly Christian Dior ones. I'm very happy about it.
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Post by: judydawn on November 18, 2019, 10:59:57 am
Do you use the Thermomix Chookie?
Wow cookie, my Mum would love a daughter with so many lipsticks, she has always worn lippy and goes through it like there’s no tomorrow.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 18, 2019, 11:02:38 am
I wear it round the house as well, just to use all the ones I have. It saves me buying any lip balm or anything.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 18, 2019, 06:55:25 pm
Bought a new spiraliser.  My existing one works fine but it has an individual suction cap on each leg and is not stable whilst you are using it so this new one has a big suction pad on the underside and it feels good and solid to use.  I hope so, anyway.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 18, 2019, 09:21:05 pm
Judy, I mostly use the TMX for making jam.  Only in Summer when there is a lot of free fruit do I use the stove top. With the TMX, once I have made the first lot I can just repeat the timing and go do other things around the house. I have just made a batch of Chilli jam . Men just love it and I was asked for some.  I also make the Sweet Chilli sauce posted on here. It is very popular.

With the local Kitchen shop closing, I bought a few things that I had been putting off purchasing. I bought a Madeline pan. A Le Creuset. It is amazing. I had been reading the posts on the Forum and it was helpful how Judy had put the comments together. Yes, I got the little raised lumps in the center but thought they were were a bit bland even though I added grated orange rind. Ral suggested choc chips.  ( he would add chocolate to everything). Will try this next time. 
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Post by: mab19 on November 19, 2019, 03:46:03 am
Not my shopping but our eldest GD (23) has just purchased her first home.  It's in Queensland near the Sunshine Coast, she plans on moving up there in mid January, she has applied for a nursing job up there and is hopeful of getting it.  We will miss her when she goes.
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Post by: judydawn on November 19, 2019, 04:34:42 am
Yes you will Margaret but the upside is that it will be a great place to go for a holiday!
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 19, 2019, 07:29:27 am
Wow, that's quite some purchase Margaret.  Fingers crossed that she will get the job, and what a place to live and work!  I am sure you will miss her, but, as Judy said, what a place for a holiday!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 19, 2019, 08:50:27 am
How amazing buying your first home at that age. Good on her.

DD and I went out on the town today. First to Ikea, where we got lost, but didn't buy anything. We then went to an Estee Lauder outlet that her social club gives them passes to, lots of lovely stuff there. The next stop was the DFO as DD wanted to buy some new walking sneakers. When we came out of there it was so smoky we thought we had been migrated to NSW, however it was from prescribed burns. Next stop was a late lunch, but they took so long preparing our lunch that it was almost an early dinner. Home now to a rest.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 20, 2019, 12:37:11 am
Cookie, sounds like a perfect day.
Mab, that is very exciting for your GD.  Yes, you will miss her.  I’m sure she will find a job.
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Post by: judydawn on November 20, 2019, 10:06:41 am
The day out with your DD sounded great cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 22, 2019, 09:04:10 pm
Going to Melbourne for 3 nights on Monday.  Staying at Sofitel. Will try not to do too much shopping.  Will catch up with family.  Appointments and Xmas shopping.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 23, 2019, 07:31:04 am
Have a fun, relaxing time Chookie and Ral.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 23, 2019, 09:50:34 pm
Thanks Cookie.  Will do.
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Post by: judydawn on November 24, 2019, 07:21:35 am
Ha ha, you will try not to do too much shopping Chookie.  Is that possible?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 24, 2019, 03:01:38 pm
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Ha ha, you will try not to do too much shopping Chookie.  Is that possible?
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Post by: K Atie on November 25, 2019, 12:08:43 am
Christmas shopping yikes , I think I have gone into a cave on that note .. better get my thinking cap on fast .
Brought Skinnymixers last book last night , took me ages to decide but love all her recipes .
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Post by: judydawn on November 25, 2019, 07:34:25 am
There’s your Christmas present sorted Katie LOL.
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Post by: K Atie on November 27, 2019, 12:01:36 am
Oh to true Judy , bonus I can cook the recipes now as downloaded them already , no one will know .
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2019, 08:33:02 pm
RAL bought me some Pasparley pearl and diamond earrings.  Think they will have to be for Xmas and Birthdays for the next few years.  Took me 10 minutes to decide which ones I liked.  I bought him some shoes.  Took him all day to decide. We walked all around the city.  Didn’t know there were so many shoe shops.  Cookie, you would have loved it.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 27, 2019, 11:28:22 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on November 27, 2019, 08:33:02 pm
RAL bought me some Pasparley pearl and diamond earrings.  Think they will have to be for Xmas and Birthdays for the next few years.  Took me 10 minutes to decide which ones I liked.  I bought him some shoes.  Took him all day to decide. We walked all around the city.  Didn’t know there were so many shoe shops.  Cookie, you would have loved it.

You are loved and well loved. No one is more deserving Chookie. Same goes for the shoes for Ral.LOL!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 28, 2019, 03:35:34 am
How wonderful Chookie and well deserved. I remember standing in Broome and going into the Paspaley Pearl shop. They even let me hold a lovely pearl, it was amazing.
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Post by: judydawn on November 28, 2019, 04:56:46 am
Lucky lady Chookie, we girls usually know what we want although I do know a couple of procrastinators who might have taken longer than 10 minutes to decide.  I hope Ral’s shoes are really comfortable after some indecision in choosing a pair.  You must be one of the rare couples I know who love to go shopping together, me, well I like nothing better than doing it all on my own and my DD takes after me.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 28, 2019, 07:15:53 am
What beautiful gifts for each other, Chookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 30, 2019, 07:21:16 pm
Wonderful gifts Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 30, 2019, 08:11:56 pm
Shopping together can be challenging. If I hesitate because of price, he says get it. ( that’s how I got my first TMX)  But he can never make a decision about buying for himself. That is why it took a day to buy him some shoes.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2019, 09:19:41 am
That's funny Chookie. My DH is similar, if I cant decide between 2 things he says 'get both.' I usually do.

I succumbed with the Black Friday sales and ordered the KitchenAid microwave I had my eyes on ages and ages ago. They reduced it by 10% and free shipping.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 01, 2019, 08:37:34 pm
That sounds like a very good buy Cookie.  I also was tempted by the Black Friday sales.  I booked 5 days in Melbourne at the Sofitel for 40 % off. You were supposed to book on line but there is a problem with me doing this , so I rang the hotel direct. There was a window of dates for next March and this suited us.
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Post by: judydawn on December 01, 2019, 09:19:50 pm
Great offer to take advantage of Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 14, 2019, 09:49:16 pm
I have always loved BBQs.  We have a built in one in the backyard and an old one in the front patio.  This one is old and dilapidated.  So yesterday we bought a new Weber Q 2200.  Love it but will take some getting used to as it is recommended that you cook with lid down all the time. I like the very simple construction and good quality parts. I will also be able to again smoke some foods. 
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Post by: JulieO on December 14, 2019, 10:15:32 pm
We've got the Weber Q  or baby Q, (not sure now Chookie), not the smallest of them so maybe not the baby one.  It doesn't get used a lot but works well when we do.

Got my vacuum sealer yesterday after it was delivered to the wrong house!  Spent about an hour with Aust Post on line trying to find it.  They were able to explain what the front porch looked like from a photo the delivery guys take when they leave a parcel at the front door.  I was able to find what I thought was that house from their description but no one was home.  Went back about 30 mins later when there was a car in the drive, they opened the door and asked if I was looking for a parcel!  Total relief as it was not a cheap item to go missing.  Anyway I was so thankful to get it back.  It's never happened to me before and I did feel a little stressed at the thought that I wouldn't get it back but all good now.  :P
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 15, 2019, 01:05:28 am
Australia Post is hopeless.  You are lucky you tracked your parcel down, JulieO.  We once sent a parcel to a customer and, after a week or so, the customer rang to say it had never arrived, yet, when I rang them, Aust Post argued black and blue it had been delivered to the correct house ... a couple of days later the parcel arrived back at our place!!!  In the interim we had replaced the missing items (over $400 worth) to the customer, free of charge, of course, so I guess we were lucky that we eventually got the original package back!  This happens regularly with Aust Post.  If we ran our business like they do we would be out of business within the month.
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Post by: JulieO on December 15, 2019, 03:10:47 am
That's awful Cuilidh but like you say at least you got it back in the end.

I wonder if taking a photo of where a parcel has been left is a new thing now? I'm grateful for this as it was what got mine back.  I'd like to think that the recipient would have brought it over to us as our address was clearly shown, but who knows?  :-))
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on December 15, 2019, 04:39:20 am
There are 3 streets that run off our street and all of them begin with b. The parcel man often gets very confused. We always deliver it to the correct street, hopefully they do too.

DH drilled some extra vents for my new microwave and it is up and going now.  I have to do a lot of learning.
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I also need to grow a few more cms as it’s higher than my last one.
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Post by: judydawn on December 15, 2019, 09:54:41 am
That looks lovely cookie, when I had the new kitchen installed the chap suggested he make the m/w cupboard lower for me and it’s so much easier being at the correct height.

You were indeed lucky that photographs are taken of a delivery drop-off Julie, on-line shopping is great but delivery can be risky as Marina knows all too well. 

I’ve got the second sized Weber Q and haven’t used it for a couple of years now but it used to smoke one thing for me Chookie - sausages.  I’d put them in, close the lid and there was smoke everywhere. 10 minutes later they were ready to eat. I never was sure if I was supposed to close the lid or not but it worked for me!

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Post by: achookwoman on December 15, 2019, 12:36:45 pm
Very smart looking  microwave Cookie.
Bought the TMX BBQ book today.
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Post by: JulieO on December 15, 2019, 07:59:49 pm
Cookie, it's not often I would say a microwave is lovely looking, but that one is  ;D

I agree Judy, I hope Aust Post are doing that with every left parcel now, was so helpful.

Chookie, I've made the 'Sunflower & sesame seed bread rolls' from that book.  Different to what I've had before in a nice way.  You think they will be like a wholemeal roll but they aren't, much heavier than a normal one as there's no yeast in it and so they don't rise.  However you shape them is how they end up.  I made mostly smaller rolls and a couple of hot dog shaped ones.
We had one with ham, cheese and salad and thoroughly enjoyed it.  Froze the rest and they defrosted and reheated very well.  :)

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Post by: achookwoman on December 15, 2019, 08:55:39 pm
Thanks for the review Julie.  I will try them. I was quite impressed with the list at the end of each recipe , of the ingredient substitutions.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 15, 2019, 09:31:55 pm
That microwave looks amazing, Cookie, but be careful with it so high.  Like Judy, when I got our renovation done, I made sure that the microwave was at a more suitable height for me than it had been in our old flat.
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Post by: JulieO on December 15, 2019, 10:29:41 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on December 15, 2019, 08:55:39 pm
Thanks for the review Julie.  I will try them. I was quite impressed with the list at the end of each recipe , of the ingredient substitutions.

If you have trouble sourcing the green banana flour for them Chookie, Woolies sell it in their health food aisle.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2019, 03:56:09 am
The rolls look lovely JulieO. I like the look of several things in the BBQ book. I was wondering about the rolls that don’t have yeast in. Thanks for the reviews from Cookidoo JulieO, I appreciate them.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2019, 11:25:29 am
Quote from: JulieO on December 15, 2019, 10:29:41 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on December 15, 2019, 08:55:39 pm
Thanks for the review Julie.  I will try them. I was quite impressed with the list at the end of each recipe , of the ingredient substitutions.

If you have trouble sourcing the green banana flour for them Chookie, Woolies sell it in their health food aisle.  :)
Thanks Julie.
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Post by: mab19 on December 17, 2019, 12:22:58 am
Those rolls look nice JulieO.

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Post by: JulieO on December 17, 2019, 09:56:15 pm
Thanks Mab.  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on December 20, 2019, 06:52:26 am
Yesterday went to our local butcher but he was closed for 2 days while he organized the Xmas orders.  Today he was open. I wanted sausages and bacon. However he had a sign up to say that he had a couple of Deutscher Turkey Breast rolls.  In the past we have bought these organically raised turkeys from the farm.   They are out of this world. Even though I have organized the turkey, I just had to have one. Fortunately it can sit in the fridge until Xmas day.  The other can be ready for Easter.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 22, 2019, 10:03:31 am
Don’t want to talk about shopping.  Took 3 hours to buy 1 shirt for Ral today.  OMG.
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Post by: judydawn on December 22, 2019, 11:11:22 am
Think of the money you saved whilst waiting for Ral to choose his shirt Chookie. How did you stay calm??
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Post by: JulieO on December 22, 2019, 08:09:06 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on December 22, 2019, 10:03:31 am
Don’t want to talk about shopping.  Took 3 hours to buy 1 shirt for Ral today.  OMG.

I thought women are supposed to be the ones who take a long time clothes shopping? ;D

Let's hope he doesn't need to buy a new suit any time soon Chookie  :D
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Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2019, 06:23:22 am
He obviously wanted the perfect shirt. :D :D :D
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 23, 2019, 04:15:33 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on December 22, 2019, 10:03:31 am
Don’t want to talk about shopping.  Took 3 hours to buy 1 shirt for Ral today.  OMG.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 23, 2019, 08:15:40 pm
I went shopping to buy DH's Xmas gift for me at lunchtime yesterday ... I have decided that anyone who goes shopping at lunchtime two days before Xmas must be crazy!!! even the queues had queues, it was absolute mayhem.  Did the grocery shopping at the supermarket early in the day and that went smoothly so we are all ready now for Xmas Day.
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Post by: JulieO on January 06, 2020, 06:54:24 am
I ordered this today.  Have been waiting until they came back in stock.

Having the 4 separate containers means I'll be able to make both Greek style and coconut yoghurts at the same time when needed. 
Have been really impressed with the quality of their vacuum sealer so took the plunge.  :)

https://www.luvele.com.au/collections/yoghurt-maker/products/pure-yoghurt-maker-4x-400ml-ceramic-jars
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 06, 2020, 07:08:01 am
That looks great, JulieO   You must be a dedicated yoghurt eater for one of those!
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Post by: JulieO on January 06, 2020, 09:19:05 am
You'd think so wouldn't you?  But it's not something that we have a lot of but when we do I like it to be home made.  It just tastes better IMO.  Only making in small quantities ensures  it doesn't go off before it's all gone too  ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 06, 2020, 11:02:04 am
That will be great Julie, it’s always nice to buy new kitchen equipment to make home made goodies. No hidden nasties in home made food. 
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Post by: achookwoman on January 06, 2020, 09:21:20 pm
Julie, thanks for the link.  Their recipes are also interesting.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 07, 2020, 05:38:06 am
I will be interested to see how it goes JulieO. I have bought a couple over the years and given them away as I didn't like them. I had a great one years ago I lent to Mum. When she died I forgot about it and someone felt their  need for it was more than mine. I have never been able to buy one like it.
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Post by: JulieO on January 07, 2020, 08:15:57 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on January 06, 2020, 09:21:20 pm
Julie, thanks for the link.  Their recipes are also interesting.

Yes they recommend incubating for 24 hours as it's supposed to aid in gut health, I will be trying this with my natural yoghurt.

Cookie, I will post what I think of it after using it.  I do have one now that I've used for years that has never let me down but I like the versatility of being able to do 2 lots at once in this new one if needed and I like the smaller pots.  ;D
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Post by: JulieO on January 08, 2020, 10:45:19 pm
I've ordered this book.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 09, 2020, 08:30:25 pm
I have recently (yesterday!) started using Bento boxes to freeze meals in (that’s the shopping part of this post!).  As DH eats the same meals as me but does not calorie count, his meals go into a larger sized box.  I have got a couple of different makes that I am experimenting with but I suspect the ones with two compartments and a lid seal will be best, the Indian style tiffin boxes may be cheaper, though – I haven’t got my hands on any yet.  I like the fact that you can pack the ‘main’ portion of the meal separately to the rest, whether it be rice, pasta, sauce, salad, etc. then when you are ready to eat the meal everything is there, ready to go. 
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Post by: cookie1 on January 10, 2020, 11:53:09 am
They sound a great idea Marina. There are a lot of different sorts around.
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Post by: JulieO on January 10, 2020, 09:21:02 pm
Cuilidh, you may not be interested in these as they are plastic, but they are cheap and I've had a pack for quite a while and use them a lot. Not overly large so may not suit a bigger sized portion but they work great for me when portioning meals, especially if I've made 4 serves and 2 maybe going in the freezer. Great for keeping things separate.

https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/687520/michelle-bridges-meal-prep-containers
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 11, 2020, 03:47:00 am
Thanks, JulieO, they look great - unfortunately unavailable at the moment, but I'll keep my eyes open for them in a month or so and, with luck, they will be back in stock again.
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Post by: JulieO on January 11, 2020, 05:10:04 am
Looks like they are on sale at Big W if you have one near you.  Slightly different design but would still serve the purpose.  Only $7.50 for 5 at the mo.

https://www.bigw.com.au/product/mb-active-by-michelle-bridges-meal-prep-container-5-pack/p/580522/
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 11, 2020, 06:27:21 pm
Those ones are virtually identical and available!  I think I might give these a go and see what they are like - at that price you can't go wrong.
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2020, 04:03:34 am
I received a brochure listing this year’s mystery tours, day tours and longer trips away this morning from a bus tour company I joined in December.  Some mystery tours I’ll be going with a friend but we’ve both booked other tours that suit one and not the other. 

I booked 3 mystery day tours with my friend, a BBQ mystery tour on my own on Anzac Day and I’m on a wait list for a mystery BBQ trip on Australia Day (that one filled very quickly). Then there’s a Mannum cruise tour booked in April on my own. My gf has booked a 4 day trip, I can’t do that many nights away just yet. One maybe but they didn’t have any that short.  The trip on Anzac Day gets back to the city at 4pm and I have a 7.20 football match that night so I’ll stay in the city and go straight to the football.  There were lots of Mystery tour and longer tour dates but I had to work in with my gym outing group trips I’d already booked for the first 3 months of this year and I steered away from most gym days except 1.  Now I just have to stay well, so does Mum I guess!
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Post by: cookie1 on January 13, 2020, 06:23:22 am
Good on you Judy. The Mannum cruise especially sounds brilliant. We bottomed out our caravan going on the ferry at Mannum.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 13, 2020, 07:10:25 am
You are certainly planning well ahead, Judy, the trips all sound wonderful.
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Post by: judydawn on January 13, 2020, 09:45:23 am
Hopefully I will stay well and the weather will be kind to us.  4 of us went on a day outing with this company before Christmas so this prompted 2 of us to join and therefore get a small discount on trips. It’s nice to sit back and be taken places where we wouldn’t drive ourselves.

It’s been decades since I’ve been to Mannum Chookie and I do enjoy boat cruises, they are so relaxing on the river.  You probably weren’t the only ones to bottom out going onto the ferry, I like  ferries too - they’re so quaint.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 13, 2020, 08:18:48 pm
Your trips sound exciting Judy. 😁
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Post by: achookwoman on January 13, 2020, 09:03:33 pm
Go for it Judy.  You will enjoy all of them.  We did the week cruise with friends up the Murray from Mannum.   With the same friends, we are doing a 7 night Cruise on the Queen Elizabeth in a week or so.  We are not sure that Cruising is for us so this is to find out. 
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Post by: cookie1 on January 14, 2020, 02:34:49 am
That will be fantastic Chookie. My Dad went  on the QE1sometime during the war years. The Queen Mary too.
I have friends who go on cruises, and my brother does a lot of them. I'm not too sure. I think DH wouldn't like them, unless he could fix something for them.
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Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2020, 02:53:44 am
Cruises are just not for everyone cookie, but for those who love them they are the best holidays. I hope you and Ral enjoy yours Chookie and can’t wait to find out how it went.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 14, 2020, 03:02:50 am
Cookie, we had a laugh at that.  RAL suggests that the Cruise companies should set up a men’s shed on board. 
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Post by: mab19 on January 14, 2020, 03:14:42 am
The cruises sound lovely ladies.  Sadly not for me or DH.  DH get very very seasick, he doesn't even go out with DS in his boat on a fishing trip.
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Post by: JulieO on January 14, 2020, 04:16:40 am
How exciting Judy, definitely something to plan for and look forward to.  Hope it all falls into place for you.  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on January 14, 2020, 09:43:09 am
Judy, that all sounds very exciting.  The difficulty with Cruising for us it that we like to spend a few days in a city.  As our days of big trips are over, this may be something we should seriously consider. 
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Post by: cookie1 on January 16, 2020, 05:10:48 am
A men's shed on a cruise boat would be perfect. The boys could play and the ladies have fun.

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Post by: Cuilidh on January 16, 2020, 11:00:57 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on January 16, 2020, 05:10:48 am
A men's shed on a cruise boat would be perfect. The boys could play and the ladies have fun.
What a brilliant idea ... I could tuck DH away in there for days!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2020, 07:46:20 am
He would have plenty of company Marina. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on January 17, 2020, 11:32:14 am
I spent the day with my SIL today, we went to Harbour Town and I came home with new quilt sets for 2 of my bedrooms.  SIL bought a throw for her bed, she didn’t know she needed one until she saw that it was a perfect match for her quilt cover.   We had a nice, long lunch at The Coffee Club before continuing on to the end of the complex.  5 hours well spent.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 17, 2020, 11:34:34 am
A lovely way to spend a few hours Judy.
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Post by: JulieO on January 17, 2020, 10:43:36 pm
Sounds like a lovely day Judy, the weather would have been nice too.  :)
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Post by: achookwoman on January 18, 2020, 05:25:31 am
Bought a new iron for RAL. He does the ironing.  Mostly irons his own things.  I try to but non iron things for myself.
Also was a bit impulsive and bought a small machine called a Red Copper 5 minute Chef.  Thought I might make different shaped SD crumpets in it. Think it might also be good to make an omelette for breakfast.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 18, 2020, 05:29:14 am
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 18, 2020, 08:43:34 pm
Interesting looking appliance Chookie. Have you used it yet?
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Post by: achookwoman on January 19, 2020, 12:30:13 am
CC, made SD crumpets in it.  Ok.
Cooked an egg for breakfast. Ok.
Also cooked bacon in it.  Had to crisp it up in AF.
It is handy but I would like it to get hotter.
Paid $47.  Too expensive for what it does.  Cheaper ones on eBay but they melt.
Handy for 1 person who has limited cooking facilities. ( not me  :D)
Mini pie machine much better value.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2020, 07:15:03 am
Some friends of ours who have a slightly intellectually handicapped son bought one of these for him. He has been living by himself for quite a few years now with a little help. He makes omelettes in it, he adds lots of bits and pieces.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 19, 2020, 08:37:39 pm
Cookie, I think what you have described would be perfect. 
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Post by: judydawn on January 20, 2020, 06:10:33 am
I ended up with one of those when DD was culling Chookie, I only used it for omelette and it was perfect.  I’m not even sure if I’ve kept it or moved it on as I have so many little appliances for this and that.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 20, 2020, 10:30:41 am
Think I will probably give it to GD when she heads for uni next year.
OMG, we are at Chadstone.  I have never seen so many interesting shops all together.  There is a  travalator .  Especially good when you return to the Hotel, uphill.
Didn’t buy much except Lindt chocolates. Tomorrow going for a test drive in a Tesla, electric car.  They have a show room at Chadstone.
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Post by: K Atie on January 20, 2020, 12:01:29 pm
Chookie my kids used an app one year when we spent the day at Chadstone to find where the shop we needed to go to . You might need foot massages by the end .
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Post by: cookie1 on January 20, 2020, 01:23:36 pm
I love Chadstone, I think it has been extended since I was there last.  Your feet certainly get a work out. Have fun in the Tesla Chookie. A couple in car club have one. I believe it goes 0-100 in something like 5 seconds or something. It’s red and they love it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 20, 2020, 07:47:59 pm
I have never been to Chadstone, I think I am too scared ... I will maybe go one day but think I might have to leave my credit cards at home!  Glad you are enjoying it Chookie.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on January 20, 2020, 08:51:47 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on January 20, 2020, 07:47:59 pm
I have never been to Chadstone, I think I am too scared ... I will maybe go one day but think I might have to leave my credit cards at home!  Glad you are enjoying it Chookie.
😂😂😂

A friend owns a Tesla. He loves it. Enjoy your test ride Chookie. 🏎
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Post by: JulieO on January 20, 2020, 09:38:25 pm
Chadstone sounds amazing.  On one of our visits to Melbourne, I looked up where it was but it was too far away from St Kilda and would have taken ages to get there (and back) on public transport.  Would love to see it one day though.  :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 20, 2020, 10:44:25 pm
Quote from: JulieO on January 20, 2020, 09:38:25 pm
Chadstone sounds amazing.  On one of our visits to Melbourne, I looked up where it was but it was too far away from St Kilda and would have taken ages to get there (and back) on public transport.  Would love to see it one day though.  :)
I believe there are special Chadstone buses, JulieO.  If I remember rightly they leave from Federation Square in the city.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 21, 2020, 01:18:38 am
Marina, that is correct, bus from city.
On the second trip today, not nearly so daunting. Handy to be able to comeback to hotel and put feet up.  Would you believe there is no Haighs chocolate shop.
Bought RAL ‘S Dr some Seed baby clothes. Wife expecting any moment now. 
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Post by: JulieO on January 21, 2020, 04:18:54 am
Thanks for that Cuilidh, I didn't know.  Will certainly look into it when we next go to Melbz.  :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 21, 2020, 07:09:37 am
"Would you believe there is no Haighs chocolate shop. "

That settles it, I am not going to Chadstone!!
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Post by: judydawn on January 21, 2020, 12:43:37 pm
LOL Marina. 
Today I went to the Sheridan shop at Harbour Town (for the second time in 5 days) to buy more bedding accessories for my room.  On the 2 visits I saved over $320, just have to have the room painted early next month before I change the bedding.
On the way there I called into a furniture store and bought a rug for my lounge room, stopped at Spotlight and picked up some towels and cushions - I had a great shopping day and the car was quite full.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 21, 2020, 07:37:23 pm
Wow a Judy, there is no holding you back when you get going.
Today is our last full day at Chadstone hotel.  They have given us a $50 voucher to spend at Chadstone shopping center. 
Yesterday we spent a couple of hours with the Tesla car people. We do like the idea of an electric car but in the end can’t see a lot of driving advantage over our present car.  Some of this is to do with the fact that we don’t drive as much as we used to. Charging the car isnt a big issue and most charging stations are free.
I looked at some Paspaley stud earrings. Will think about them.
RAL bought a very nice Navy blue jacket.
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Post by: K Atie on January 21, 2020, 09:11:50 pm
Chookie you are having so much fun . My DB went in a Tesla he said they showed him how fast it went from taking off !! Was extremely fast . Well done Judy sheet shopping is not my favourite.
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Post by: mab19 on January 21, 2020, 11:22:54 pm
Great shopping Judy.   I had to buy new towels just recently, mine were well passed their used by date.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2020, 12:30:45 am
Great shopping Judy. It will all be new and bright for you. The Paspaley earrings sound lovely Chookie. I bought some pearl earrings when we lived in Broome in the 70’s.  They were from the Dad of one of my students who was a diver. I don’t think they are particularly valuable and they don’t match perfectly but I love them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 22, 2020, 03:06:29 am
Bought a pair of spoon/spatulas from Alyce Alexandra - I got one at forum fest Melbourne several years ago but somehow it ended up with a chunk nicked out of of the edge of the blade so decided to get a couple to replace it ... just to be safe  ;)
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Post by: mab19 on February 03, 2020, 03:26:29 am
DH went shopping this morning and bought a new whipper snipper.  A larger one than the once we already have.  He is going to cut down the  grass and ivy etc behind our back fence.  It's a job for the shire really but they always leave this part because it is so hard to get to.  Hopefully we can avoid any more snakes.   
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Post by: achookwoman on February 03, 2020, 11:17:59 am
Cookie, those earrings could be quite valuable.  I looked at  some at Chadstone that weren’t a good match.  They were still expensive.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 04, 2020, 06:16:38 am
Quite possibly Chookie. They are over 40 years old. DD likes pearls much more than I do. I will tell her to take good care of them when I fall off the perch.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 04, 2020, 08:14:51 pm
Got a copy of Jack Munroe's book Vegan(ish), thanks to the recommendation of Cookie's DD (by the way, which was the recipe she said she really wanted to try?).  I have sworn that I would not get any more cook books, but I couldn't resist this one.  The recipes look lovely and very 'down to earth' so I am looking forward to more experiments.
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Post by: JulieO on February 04, 2020, 10:47:16 pm
I have more recipe books (both print and as ebooks) than I could possibly ever need but it is hard to resist some that I see now and then.  I think most of us are like that Cuilidh.  :D
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Post by: achookwoman on February 05, 2020, 12:08:29 am
Marina, Jack Munro is a most interesting person.  Several of here recipes were posted recently.  They looked good.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 05, 2020, 07:29:58 am
Marina it was a peanut butter biscuit I think. I will ask her tonight and I'm sure she has a photo.
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Post by: judydawn on February 06, 2020, 12:51:54 pm
I would like to get rid of a book case in my lounge room but it’s full of recipe books and how could I possibly get rid of them even though I’m not using them at the moment due to a dietary change. It is so easy to look recipes up online than search countless books for a specific recipe but then I want to print them and that creates more files for storage.  A never ending problem we all have.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 06, 2020, 08:21:22 pm
I haven't opened my carton of recipe books since we moved, Judy, it's a scary thought as I know I really should cull them, but it is so hard to do.  Like you, I also print out hard copy of recipes and have piles of them to sort through as well ... is this what they call an obsession?
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Post by: achookwoman on February 06, 2020, 09:05:03 pm
Passion or obsession.  Not sure, but I also have it.  When we shifted to Invermay, we turned one room into a Library. It is a lovely light filled room with books covering one wall. I removed the heavy curtains so there is filtered light and there is a reclining chair. 
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Post by: gertbysea on February 06, 2020, 09:55:47 pm
Books books books. Wow. I was able to dispose of  all my books when I moved to Cairns. Books do not do well in the Wet Tropics! I took to kindle but not for my cook books. But then I downsized and realised I really use the Internet more  as Judy says. I now am eyeing off getting rid of th e8 of the 10 I have left. I will never get rid of  my Thai cookbook as it is a direct translation in English from Authentic  recipes and is pretty rare. I have had it for 40 years. Maggie Beer is the other one.

Gert
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Post by: mab19 on February 06, 2020, 11:44:50 pm
I also have lots of recipe books and couldn't bear to get rid of them even though I rarely open them.  I even have some of my grandmothers books and I do love looking at them.  Like everyone else I use the internet if I want a recipe quickly.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 07, 2020, 02:12:09 am
Naturally I’m like everyone in relation to cook books.  I spend hours looking for a recipe as I get waylaid checking out other things.. ;D
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Post by: achookwoman on February 07, 2020, 10:39:28 am
When we shifted to Invermay we sorted through all our books.  1/2 went to the Op Shop. None were cooking books.  The ones we kept , other than the cooking books, have significant meaning for us.  We both studied Literature at Melb Uni at a time of cultural change.  The literature we studied reflect this. These are some of the books we kept.  Until we are in a situation where we significantly have to down size, we will be keeping our books. I will try not to buy too many more.
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Post by: JulieO on February 07, 2020, 10:42:57 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on February 06, 2020, 09:55:47 pm
Books books books. Wow. I was able to dispose of  all my books when I moved to Cairns. Books do not do well in the Wet Tropics! I took to kindle but not for my cook books. But then I downsized and realised I really use the Internet more  as Judy says. I now am eyeing off getting rid of th e8 of the 10 I have left. I will never get rid of  my Thai cookbook as it is a direct translation in English from Authentic  recipes and is pretty rare. I have had it for 40 years. Maggie Beer is the other one.

Gert

I love looking at my cookbooks through the Kindle App on my iPad/laptop or through the iBooks app whichever they may be on. Don't have to worry about having good lighting to see and no storage issues. I would honestly only ever buy books as an ebook if all were available on that platform.

You can now download books/mags onto your device through a lot of libraries, this is what I do when wanting to look at food mags (though to be honest, I haven't done so for a while, but it's nice knowing it's there). :D
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Post by: achookwoman on February 08, 2020, 09:03:44 pm
I have a subscription to Dish.  It is a NZ magazine. Love it.  Julie, like you I have some foodie magazines on line but don’t really enjoy this method of looking at them.  May be a generational thing. 
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Post by: cookie1 on February 09, 2020, 07:11:55 am
I have heaps of magazines in the cupboards, mainly BBC Good Food ones. I now get it on RB Digital through the library. Cheaper and easier to store.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 09, 2020, 08:14:36 pm
I am like you Chookie, I prefer my recipe books to be hard copy.  I have a couple on my Kindle, but never look at them, it is just too hard (and they are not in colour!).
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Post by: achookwoman on February 09, 2020, 08:57:01 pm
Simple pleasures are the best. A cup of good coffee and cook book at 11 am.
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Post by: JulieO on February 09, 2020, 10:31:10 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on February 09, 2020, 08:14:36 pm
I am like you Chookie, I prefer my recipe books to be hard copy.  I have a couple on my Kindle, but never look at them, it is just too hard (and they are not in colour!).

Cuilidh, do you have an iPad or laptop/computer?  You can download the free Kindle app so you see the book just as it is in real life, full colour etc.  I enjoy my Kindle too but only for reading books, not viewing.

Quote from: achookwoman on February 09, 2020, 08:57:01 pm
Simple pleasures are the best. A cup of good coffee and cook book at 11 am.

I'm having a good coffee right now Chookie, I couldn't wait for 11am  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 10, 2020, 06:05:44 am
I had a lovely surprise this morning. I had a delivery from the parcel post man and it was my coffee machine coming back. I unpacked it and immediately made myself a coffee. So far so good. The turn around for it to go back for repairs was a month, which wasn't bad.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 10, 2020, 07:32:30 am
Quote from: JulieO on February 09, 2020, 10:31:10 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on February 09, 2020, 08:14:36 pm
I am like you Chookie, I prefer my recipe books to be hard copy.  I have a couple on my Kindle, but never look at them, it is just too hard (and they are not in colour!).

Cuilidh, do you have an iPad or laptop/computer?  You can download the free Kindle app so you see the book just as it is in real life, full colour etc.  I enjoy my Kindle too but only for reading books, not viewing.

Quote from: achookwoman on February 09, 2020, 08:57:01 pm
Simple pleasures are the best. A cup of good coffee and cook book at 11 am.

I'm having a good coffee right now Chookie, I couldn't wait for 11am  ;D
Thanks, JulieO, I didn't know that.  I will have to investigate it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 11, 2020, 10:09:39 pm
Thank you again, JulieO, I downloaded the Kindle app onto my desktop this morning and it is wonderful - now I will happily start downloading recipe books :)
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Post by: achookwoman on February 12, 2020, 08:49:51 pm
Must try this.  Thanks Julie and Marina.
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Post by: JulieO on February 12, 2020, 08:51:17 pm
Great news Cuiidh, I'm so pleased.  ;D
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2020, 03:14:42 am
I use my iPad a lot when I’m cooking.  I have a fair few e recipe books.  I have lots of recipes stored on my old iPad too. 
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Post by: achookwoman on February 13, 2020, 08:28:36 am
Made a mess of trying to load Kindle. Problem is I may have had it a long time ago.  We now have different address ,  phone numbers and post code. Will have another go when I have someone to help me.
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Post by: gertbysea on February 13, 2020, 10:33:29 am
Quote from: achookwoman on February 13, 2020, 08:28:36 am
Made a mess of trying to load Kindle. Problem is I may have had it a long time ago.  We now have different address ,  phone numbers and post code. Will have another go when I have someone to help me.

Do not worry my friend. Delete all kindle apps and start again.  Try to remember when you first set up an Amazon account. If you cannot then just set up a new Amazon account with a new address and a NEW password.
Gert

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Post by: achookwoman on February 13, 2020, 09:50:03 pm
Thanks Gert.  Will do.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 15, 2020, 10:08:00 pm
Have been having a long discussion with myself about if I really need the new WW pie machine book. Well I gave in and bought 2.  One also for my gardener. After sitting  down and reading it cover to cover, I think it is the best $15 I have spent for a long time. If you have one of those Mini pie machines I think you will also love it.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 16, 2020, 01:20:20 am
BigW have Philips AF, XXL size for $300, that is $100 off. It is not digital.  I bought one :-[
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Post by: cookie1 on February 16, 2020, 03:38:32 am
Good on you Chookie. A friend has a new one that isn’t digital. She had 2 digital ones and they both died. She has had better luck with the non digital.  She bakes everything in it.

I bought the Pie book. I’m thinking very seriously of buying a smaller pie maker.  The only thing stopping me is that there will be more pastry in the pies I eat.  Good for the rest of the family but not me.  I know I can easily adjust the recipes.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 16, 2020, 04:45:50 am
Cookie, I love the mini pie maker but also share your concern about the amount of pastry.  What i do is roll the pastry sheet out a bit, so reducing the amount.  I also like Bill Grangers method where you get 12 cases from 1 sheet.  If you do this in the mini pie machine I think it would be best to line the machine when cold so they are easier to handle.  Several of the recipes in the WW book suggest this method. Also tarts, without the top reduces the pastry.
I also notice that they suggest using a double layer of patty pans in come recipes.  I suppose that is a way of controlling the baking as there is no control on the machine.
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Post by: judydawn on February 16, 2020, 05:18:17 am
Ha ha Chookie, I don’t think you should procrastinate when it comes to recipe books - if you like it just buy it.  It’s an addiction we all understand.  I used to make many pies with pastry and I have 3 pie machines, I can still use them for crustless quiches and frittatas so they will always be part of my cooking needs.

Will be interested to hear what you think of your XXL purchase, so many of us bought the Philips air fryer when it first came onto the market.  I wonder how many of them are still going strong like mine is.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 16, 2020, 08:03:19 pm
Judy, my original AF is still going as is the one I bought my DD. We have had no problems.  Mine has been used every day since I bought it.  The wire basket is looking a bit thin.  As I have only one oven I really need the AF.
Like you I have 3 pie machines. I use the Sunbeam one for crumpets. The other one makes a deep pie and then the mini gets a real work out. We find a small pie is enough for lunch.
I also bought a AF cook book. It is American so not so keen on it.  However most of the recipes are cooked in a container in the AF. Which I don’t normally do.  It is written for the Philips machine. Have to remember that their tablespoons are roughly equal to our dessertspoons.
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Post by: mab19 on February 17, 2020, 12:37:28 am
DH bought me the Philips XXL for Christmas, non digital.  Love it.  I make roasts, roast veg, chips, cakes, sausage rolls, pizza etc.in it.   A great addition to my kitchen as my oven is c&"p.  It cooks ok today and not the next.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2020, 07:45:27 am
My AF is still going strong. A piece of wire came loose in the basket so DH just wove it back into the mesh. I would buy another one if it dies.
I think I will blow the $$$ and get a mini pie maker next time I am near a K mart. I can give it lots of uses.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 17, 2020, 07:30:33 pm
Quote from: mab19 on February 17, 2020, 12:37:28 am
DH bought me the Philips XXL for Christmas, non digital.  Love it.  I make roasts, roast veg, chips, cakes, sausage rolls, pizza etc.in it.   A great addition to my kitchen as my oven is c&"p.  It cooks ok today and not the next.
I had a cranky oven like that for years too, Mab, until I replaced it recently; when we did our renovations in the city I moved the cooker from there up to the country and now I have an oven in each home that works well ... what a difference.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 17, 2020, 09:37:30 pm
A good oven is essential.
Cookie, you will love the mini pie machine.  I thought that I could adapt a lot of things to this small machine but the WW book has taken it to another level.
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Post by: mcmich on April 17, 2020, 05:39:21 am
I bought the WW piemaker book when DH and I were in Tassie in February. It's great.
I made jam donuts in the 4 pie maker size  (I have all 3 sizes). Very successfully made "bread" in that size too. 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup milk & 2 tlbsp mayonaise. it only made 5 rolls but they were good.
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Post by: judydawn on April 17, 2020, 07:20:46 am
Interesting Michele, how long did you cook them for please?
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Post by: K Atie on April 17, 2020, 08:22:56 am
Is that just plain flour ? Never heard of mayonnaise to make a bread roll ! Might try it too . Tomorrow teen exercise.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 17, 2020, 10:34:44 am
Sounds interesting Michel.  Which size pie maker did you use. ?
I made bread rolls tonight in my new Philips Air Fryer.  It is different, much hotter so had to adjust cooking time.  Actually easier.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 17, 2020, 10:36:29 am
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Post by: K Atie on April 17, 2020, 11:30:18 am
The rolls will not last long , very shinny .
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 17, 2020, 11:41:01 am
Rolls look good Chookie.

I had a bit of success this morning. I managed to purchase a “Baking Box” from one of the flour producers. You would have thought I won the lottery.😂 Arriving by courier on Monday. 😁
https://www.dovesfarm.co.uk/products/organic-flour-box
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2020, 11:46:19 am
I love the look of your baking box Denise.
Chookie, awesome rolls. Mich I love the pie maker book. I’ve only done a couple of things from it but they have been nice.
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Post by: judydawn on April 17, 2020, 11:49:30 am
Of course you were excited Denise, flour is essential in most homes and it’s a crying shame to see so many empty shelves in the supermarkets.  It’s great that people are cooking though.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 17, 2020, 09:24:56 pm
Wow, Denise.  I would love one of those. You will have great fun.  It is so exciting when the delivery van pulls up with something for you. 
Like Judy said, no flour but it is good that people are baking.  Bread is such a comfort food.
All the crumpets I cooked are gone.  I don’t often eat them but had the reject one this time.  It was lovely.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 17, 2020, 09:27:54 pm
SD crumpets.  I make up 4 cups at a time and cook them in the Sunbeam pie machine. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200417/e248de0f211211de1978605b72eb4c5a.jpg)


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Post by: mcmich on April 18, 2020, 01:40:41 am
The rolls and crumpets look really yummy Chookie.
The baking box looks great CC.

Quote from: achookwoman on April 17, 2020, 10:34:44 am
Sounds interesting Michel.  Which size pie maker did you use. ?
The four pie maker.

Quote from: K Atie on April 17, 2020, 08:22:56 am
Is that just plain flour ? Never heard of mayonnaise to make a bread roll ! Might try it too . Tomorrow teen exercise.
Self raising flour - you can substitute mayonaise for sour cream or greek yogurt apparently.

Quote from: judydawn on April 17, 2020, 07:20:46 am
Interesting Michele, how long did you cook them for please?
I cooked them for 8 minutes with lid closed and clipped then turned them and did 2 minutes with lid
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Post by: achookwoman on April 26, 2020, 01:29:37 am
I have just ordered a book on flower arranging from Book Depository. It is about using what is available in your garden. I am hopeless at putting flowers in a vase so hope this helps.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 26, 2020, 02:01:43 am
Quote from: achookwoman on April 26, 2020, 01:29:37 am
I have just ordered a book on flower arranging from Book Depository. It is about using what is available in your garden. I am hopeless at putting flowers in a vase so hope this helps.

I have done several flower arranging courses in the past. Good fun. Watch some on you tube as well Chookie. You have a lot of wonderful material with witch to work. Get hold of some florists foam from the cheap shop. Maybe DGD can get some for you. Of course you can just arrange in a vase but you can be so much more creative with a bit of foam stuff.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on April 26, 2020, 07:21:29 am
I'm afraid my flower arranging is cut and plonk. It looks like it too.
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Post by: judydawn on April 26, 2020, 10:05:32 am
I don’t have any flowers to put on show but I’m sure if I did your method would be mine too cookie.  Chookie you’ll have to post some pictures of your arrangements now that you’ve sparked our interest in your new venture.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 26, 2020, 10:56:31 pm
Thanks for the advice and support.  I once did a floral arrangement course.  We wired every poor flower.  Not my thing at all.
Gert, good idea to look at uTube.
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Post by: mcmich on April 28, 2020, 01:53:15 am
Had trouble trying to order a bread tin last night. Peters of Kensington, Alyce Alexander and several other online stores were sold out. I ended up getting one from Kitchen Style. Have never heard of them before.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 28, 2020, 06:14:30 am
I sympathise Mich. I was looking at bread tins last night and found the same thing. I don't need any more but I was checking the sizes.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 28, 2020, 07:39:05 am
If you don’t want a lid, you can use a Pyrex dish.  They come in lots of different sizes.
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Post by: mcmich on April 28, 2020, 10:25:53 am
Will look at pyrex.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 28, 2020, 09:24:12 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on April 26, 2020, 07:21:29 am
I'm afraid my flower arranging is cut and plonk. It looks like it too.
Me too Cookie. 😁
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Post by: cookie1 on April 29, 2020, 12:04:00 pm
I had my first visit to Costco today. We have been very good at isolating and thought we would pop over there. I didn’t think I would be interested in much, however I did find a few handy things. I bought a litre of maple syrup, some dried cherries, grapes, cukes to pickle,and filled up the car with their cheap diesel. DH came to and said he won’t be going back.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 29, 2020, 01:23:40 pm
Cookie, I had to laugh at your DH reaction to Costco.  Ral would have been the same.
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Post by: JulieO on April 29, 2020, 11:16:45 pm
I would love to have a look around Costco one day.  :D
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Post by: achookwoman on April 30, 2020, 01:42:03 am
DIL took me to Costco several years ago.  I loved it.  Could have stayed all day.
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Post by: mcmich on April 30, 2020, 05:58:32 am
I've been to Costco once about 6 years ago. I would love it if there was one closer.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 30, 2020, 08:41:30 am
Ours is over near the airport, about a 20 minute drive away.
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Post by: JulieO on April 30, 2020, 08:52:04 am
That's very close Cookie.  If I lived in Adelaide I would certainly have a look around the one there and maybe become a member if I thought it worth it.  It seems to be very popular.
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Post by: mcmich on May 05, 2020, 06:02:30 am
Murphy's law - I just finished taking bread out of the oven and the bread tin I ordered online showed up. I thought the sides would be higher than they are but it is nice and heavy.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 05, 2020, 07:27:50 am
Michele, looks good.  Let’s see what you can make in it.  :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 05, 2020, 11:18:27 pm
Bought a new Microsoft tablet for DH last week and have now got a guy in from Geeks2U to get it up and running ... after myself and two colleagues battled for days trying to work it all out, to no avail.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 06, 2020, 07:27:25 am
Marina, great idea.  We are lucky, we have a family of Geeks, big and little. 
A word of warning.  Last week I found a scam on my IPad.  Telstra account.  Said they were unable to direct debit my account. I smelt a rat as there was a spelling mistake/ typo in the message.  I rang the bank and they were pretty sure it was a scam.  What a waste of time.
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Post by: mcmich on May 06, 2020, 08:33:35 am
Marina, I would get someone in too, I'm only ok with technology as long as it is working.

Good detection Chookie.
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Post by: mcmich on May 06, 2020, 08:57:26 am
Some lovely card making supplies - a necessity for me. I'm loving isolation  :D
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 07, 2020, 12:06:36 am
Quote from: achookwoman on May 06, 2020, 07:27:25 am
Marina, great idea.  We are lucky, we have a family of Geeks, big and little. 
A word of warning.  Last week I found a scam on my IPad.  Telstra account.  Said they were unable to direct debit my account. I smelt a rat as there was a spelling mistake/ typo in the message.  I rang the bank and they were pretty sure it was a scam.  What a waste of time.
Those scam letters can be confronting, especially if they relate to something you do or a company you deal with.  We get heaps here at work, I always look at the email address first and if it doesn't look as if it is related to somewhere or someone I deal with I know immediately that it is a scam.  Other than that, spelling and grammar are always give always.  Once or twice they have been so convincing I actually rang the company from whom it purportedly came to clarify the situation before I opened the email.  Twice they were scams, once it was genuine.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 07, 2020, 03:59:27 am
Well done on spotting the scam Chookie. Thank goodness we have a Geeky DD. She can be very helpful.
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Post by: mcmich on May 18, 2020, 05:26:31 am
Picked up a bargain today off gumtree, enough new wall tiles for the g/flat bathroom - $15.
Moving house and didn't want to take them with them. Keeping an eye out for a bigger hot water cylinder.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 18, 2020, 06:54:24 am
Well done. 
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Post by: achookwoman on May 18, 2020, 08:08:05 am
Michele, that’s a bargain.
Was given an Etsy voucher.  Need help in using it.  Finally ordered custom made jam labels. 
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Post by: judydawn on May 18, 2020, 08:30:49 am
Great buy Michele.
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Post by: mcmich on May 24, 2020, 01:40:00 pm
Bought this home today. A Thermomix 6 (second hand). We went to the police station to get permission to travel more than 50km and was told that it was ok to travel within NSW now. We had to pick it up at Lake Cathie, about 30 mins south of Port Macquarie. A,  2 and half hour drive for us. So happy. Got thermoservers as well - don't know if I will use them. I haven't sold my TMX 5 yet, so will be able to enjoy them both for now.
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Post by: K Atie on May 24, 2020, 02:17:46 pm
Wow that’s a great shopping outing! Congratulations.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 24, 2020, 02:32:34 pm
Well done, Michele.  Looking forward to a report.
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Post by: JulieO on May 25, 2020, 12:02:55 am
Congratulations McMich, looks like a good buy.  Enjoy having your 2 machines for the time being.  I made a curry in one last night and cooked the rice in the other so they were ready at the same time.  Of course it's not necessary, but very handy.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on May 25, 2020, 08:56:45 am
How very exciting Mich.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 25, 2020, 10:25:34 am
Michele,  what did you cook?
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2020, 12:01:42 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on May 25, 2020, 10:25:34 am
Michele,  what did you cook?
I tried your no fuss recipe, proving in fermentation mode. I just winged it - no sucess. JulieO was sucessful. I didn't follow any instructions as I couldn't find any. Then made Louise Keats ginger bundt cake. It was great, just didn't grease and flour enough.
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Post by: JulieO on May 25, 2020, 01:53:20 pm
McMich, Bundt pans can be tricky especially the intricate ones.  I read a tip a while ago and that was to use a good amount of non-stick spray then upend the pan onto sheets of kitchen paper so the excess could run off. 
I’ve also used cake release before (recipe on this forum) which is good too but for the pans with lots of little nooks and crannies a spray is easier to get into them.  Good that you could salvage your cake though.

Regarding the Ferment mode, I thought it was only for incubating yoghurt really so it wasn’t something I’d looked into, but I saw a post last week on fb where the person included the link to the recipe below (from UK Cookidoo) for ciabatta rolls which has the method of proving the dough using Ferment mode.  It piqued my interest and so I made the rolls the other day. 

The recipe uses cold water and only ¾ tsp yeast so I guess that explains the 2 hour proving of the dough and there was only 1 rise.  Anyway the recipe explains how to do it (prove the dough in the Varoma) which I did and it worked great, was really happy with that.  I then shaped the dough into ‘slippers’ and they went into the oven straight away without a second rise.  When baked they lost their shape and looked like a tall round misshapen roll.  I didn’t like the consistency of the bread either and thought there was too much bread to one roll, maybe made smaller might have been better but I wasn’t interested enough to try again.
 
I thought about it later (as the original poster was happy with theirs) and the only thing I could think of that I did different was (and maybe Chookie might know),  I didn’t add the amount of salt that was stated in the recipe (12g fine salt).  It seemed far too much to me, I added 1 tsp. 
Would adding more have stopped the rolls from rising as much in the oven and would that amount of salt have made larger holes in the bread?  Mine were more like normal rolls on the inside.

I will use the Ferment next time I make a loaf of bread but I will only set it to prove for 1 hour (or stop it whenever it has doubled). I'll use the usual warm water/more yeast/2 rises that I’m more familiar with and see how that goes. I think/hope it will be a great asset over winter. 

Don’t be disheartened McMich, it’s a great machine even if we have failures now and then when using new methods, that’s how we learn.

Hope this link works alright for you,  If it doesn't, you may need to uncheck Australia in the filters and then it should come up.

https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r537738




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Post by: judydawn on May 25, 2020, 01:59:15 pm
How did you get the lead to the TM6 being available Michele, it was very timely for you. Have fun with it.
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Post by: mcmich on May 25, 2020, 04:36:31 pm
Thankyou Julie. Again, your explanations and reviews are far better than any on youtube or google.

Judy, I found this machine on facebook, Marketplace. TMX 6 machines are few and far between in NSW, at least. Having said that, when I was talking to the lady I purchased from she stated there were many, like her, that purchased and TMX just wasn't their style of cooking. Head office have been very helpful in transferring ownership and warranty, it hasn't been hard at all. I must say that I have been very impressed with the dealings I've had with them over the past month.
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Post by: judydawn on May 26, 2020, 07:43:37 am
What a pity though that people are investing in the TMX and not liking it. Perhaps it would be helpful if somehow they were able to trial one for a month or so before committing to the purchase. If their unwanted machines are snapped up by others at a reduced price it’s good for them though. Nice to know HO is helpful with the transfer/warranty to the new owner.
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Post by: Cuilidh on May 26, 2020, 08:21:54 am
Purchased two cook books today (sadly, for someone else, not me), the beautifully presented The Grammar of Spice by Caz Hildebrand and a vegetarian book Bazaar by Sabrina Ghayour - Persian inspired recipes that look totally mouthwatering.  I am burying my head in them for the next day until I have to let them go.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 26, 2020, 02:04:34 pm
Julie, to answer your question about the salt in bread.  It can be used to control the yeast, that is to stop it from rising to its full potential. I’m not sure about 12g, depends on how much flour.

I was given a voucher to Etsy.  I ordered some personalised jam labels.  They arrived today.  Quite expensive but very nice.
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Post by: JulieO on May 27, 2020, 12:43:14 am
Thanks Chookie.  :)
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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2020, 05:21:56 am
Thankyou Julie for the tip about prepping bundt tins - will give this a whirl next time. The fermentation mode will be very useful in the cold weather. Thankyou for the link. I am loving the TM6 especially the high heat function. It's a pity you can only use in conjunction with a recipe - possibly for safety reasons.

Always nice having a new cookbook to browse through even if it's temporary.

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What a pity though that people are investing in the TMX and not liking it. Perhaps it would be helpful if somehow they were able to trial one for a month or so before committing to the purchase. If their unwanted machines are snapped up by others at a reduced price it’s good for them though. Nice to know HO is helpful with the transfer/warranty to the new owner.
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Yes it is a shame. I'm wondering if it is partly the consultants and how they demonstrate. I found out more from JulieO's detailed reviews than my demonstrator, although she was good. I probably should have had a demo that featured the new modes rather than cook a curry, it really only highlighted the heat function, which I love.
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Post by: JulieO on May 27, 2020, 06:25:02 am
I think it would be for safety reasons McMich.  It does get hot and I think if we could just cook on it with no restrictions there could possibly be melting problems, there’s always someone that will push the limits.   

It’s like the arms that now lock the bowl in place on both the 5 and 6.  Vorwerk would have done that because of how some lids flew off on some TM31s, people were getting scalded badly.  This locking stops that happening.

After that happened I was a bit wary when blending after cooking.  I would stand with my thumb on the lid where it locks into place so if it started to move I would be there to stop it.  To be honest, it was the main reason I upgraded to the 5 more than anything else, I liked not having to worry about that happening.  The 5 second delay of it releasing the lid has never bothered me at all, I prefer to feel safe.  I know the chances of a lid flying off was minimal but once you’ve got that thought in your head it’s hard not to be worried.

Regarding the high heat, once they brought out the High Heat onions collection like I’ve said it allowed me to cook the onions and garlic at first before continuing on with any recipe I was doing. Some of my old recipes I now start off with that and continue on as normal.  The meals taste so much better.  Sometimes I will make up a batch of the onions and freeze them or vacuum seal them if I’m going to need them in a couple of days, it makes the recipe quicker then.

I haven’t tried any of the other parts of the High Heat collections as yet except for capsicum strips which turned out really good too.  There’s lots to play around with for it all to become familiar, I’m sure there will be some things I will like and some not but so far I’ve been more than happy.

I’m really looking forward to getting the blade cover when it eventually arrives.  To be able to cook meats and not have it shred from the blades, plus using the sous vide mode, more so than slow cook.  If I’m going to slow cook I think I’d prefer to use my slow cooker so I can make more than what the TM bowl will hold.  Saying that though, I will certainly give it a shot.

One mode I’m not in a hurry to try is the Sugar stages (I think that’s what it’s called) but again I will try it so I know how that works.

Anyway, it’s good to hear you are starting to settle into using your new machine. I’m no expert, I'm just finding out things as I go along but if I can help you in anyway you only have to ask.  :D





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Post by: mcmich on May 27, 2020, 07:25:44 am
Thankyou Julie. Cooking ahead with one of the high heat dedicated onion recipes would be the go. Save a lot of time. I have cooked with high heat browning chicken. It's ok - you can only do 250gms at a time because of the small surface area of the bowl. I would probably do even less than 250gms to get a more even browning or stick to recipes where browning isn't important.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 27, 2020, 07:37:33 am
It all sounds like lots of fun.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 27, 2020, 08:11:43 am
All interesting, Julie and Michele.  I also think the consultants are not up to scratch. 
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Post by: JulieO on May 27, 2020, 10:23:30 am
Quote from: achookwoman on May 27, 2020, 08:11:43 am
All interesting, Julie and Michele.  I also think the consultants are not up to scratch.

I think you may be right Chookie.  I think some become consultants just to earn their machine, not really wanting to be the best consultant they can be.  Of course not all are like that, but how do you know when you want someone to show you how it all works, so you don't give up and become disillusioned.  It's a lot of money and no one wants to feel like they've wasted their money.

McMich, I haven't tried browning of meat yet.  I guess it was in a sort of stir fry?  I'm not so worried about that as I would use a wok.  There's times when other methods are better and that's quite alright.  I still use my slow cooker, pressure cooker, airfryer etc but it's good to test these things out.  :D
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Post by: mcmich on June 01, 2020, 08:06:04 am
Went to target today and the shelves are becoming empty. I did buy the last sunbeam food saver. There were plenty of refill rolls though. Also TK MAX is shutting its doors too. Picked up a decent sized loaf pan for $8.00.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 01, 2020, 12:27:06 pm
Excellent shopping Mich.
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Post by: mcmich on June 07, 2020, 02:59:39 pm
My appliances seem to be packing it in all at once. The microwave has been playing up for a while, it must be at least 15 years old. We bought a new one today. Just a basic microwave. I didn't realise how dodgy the old one was until I used the new one.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 08, 2020, 06:41:53 am
It must be across the country Mich. My iron gave up the ghost yesterday.
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Post by: mcmich on June 08, 2020, 07:39:13 am
That's no good Cookie. I hope you don't have trouble finding a replacement. Winter is the only time I don't mind ironing.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 08, 2020, 10:58:05 pm
We bought a new iron from Harris Scarfe. Much better than the old one which cost double. Ral does the ironing  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on June 08, 2020, 11:37:35 pm
My iron is over 30 years old and rarely used. I paid $129 for it then which was pretty exxy and that is why I remember the price.  I bought my very first ironing board just one year ago . I was forced to buy it as I had bought a few "tee" shirts as the weather turned cold up here in Cairns. They curled up at the hem which drove me nuts so I went to Bunnings and spent $15.99 for the cheapest nastiest ironing board. I was sort of pleased to buy it as I am now able to buy linen clothes but it is amazing That if you are careful you can wear a linen dress several times before you need to wash and iron it! 

Gert
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Post by: achookwoman on June 09, 2020, 12:15:09 am
Gert, I love things that last.  I have a pure fine wool cardigan with pearls on the collar.  It must be 40 years old.  I wear it once or twice a year.  Always wear something under it.  Have never washed it.  Think the coating would come off the pearls.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 09, 2020, 12:27:33 am
Quality lasts. My iron was one of the first on the market that had a detachable cord so could be used anywhere. I once had visitors from England who actually WANTED to hang their washing on the Fold down  clothesline which I had also never used. Can you imagine that. I didn’t even own any pegs so had to improvise. Of course they then wanted to iron said clothes. I had to hunt down the iron which was packed away. When I turned it on cockroaches crawled out. Hilarious. I at least had a tiny built into a drawer fold out ironing board. I left them to it.

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on June 09, 2020, 06:25:24 am
DH got the Tiffany iron out of the caravan. It is quite old, leaks water and is very light. You need to iron over each spot 3-4 times. I will be buying a new one!
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Post by: mcmich on June 09, 2020, 07:05:05 am
That's hillarious Gert.
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Post by: mcmich on June 14, 2020, 09:44:46 am
I'm looking to purchase a stock pan. I have veiwed Peters of Kensington site. They have a Le Creuset for $130. Are there any other suggestions?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 14, 2020, 10:11:38 pm
Michele, that seems very cheap for a Le Creuset pot. Check the size.  However I prefer a stainless steel pot for stock as I like a large pot that heats quickly and can also simmer. I use the sam pot for jam.
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Post by: mcmich on June 15, 2020, 01:36:31 am
Thanks Chookie. It's enameled steel, 7.6L.
I will look at steel too. Thankyou.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 15, 2020, 11:16:30 pm
Le Creuset is usually enamelled cast iron.  However this sounds like a good buy.
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Post by: mcmich on June 19, 2020, 08:45:19 am
I purchased a Tefal Cook4me connect pressure cooker. It has 150 inbuilt recipes and there is a "platform" you can go to, to download stacks of recipes. You can also submit your own recipes to the community page and send them to the machine after they have been approved. It is not a scary pressure cooker at all. I've made soup and jerk chicken so far. Turned out very well.
They retail for $499. If you go to the Tefal T shop, register your email, you will get 20% off your first purchase - $100 off and free postage.
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Post by: JulieO on June 19, 2020, 10:40:04 am
Sounds like a good buy McMich.  Electric pressure cookers are so different to the stove top ones, not scary at all.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2020, 11:07:22 am
These have sparked my interest of late but once again I keep telling myself that one person doesn’t need an appliance like that.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2020, 11:49:02 am
Why not Judy? Go for it.
I don’t think I will ever buy a pressure cooker, I know they have changed a lot but I always remember Mum’s going up all over the ceiling, and of course being very hot.
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2020, 01:23:32 pm
I also remember that when I was a child cookie, my Mum was making soup and I tried to open it to get some.  Yikes all over me, up the walls and on the ceiling.  I know the modern ones are safe but some of the recipes I’ve seen in the Diabetic magazine look nice.  I still think I could use a SC or cook on the stove top cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 19, 2020, 11:14:54 pm
Thanks Michele.  What interests me is that they are doing what I want TMX to do. I also have memories similar to Cookie and Judy.  But most of all I remember that every thing from Mums Pressure cooker tasted similar.  Mum was a very good cook, so I ask myself, was it her or the machine.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2020, 08:23:42 am
My SIL has a pressure cooker and all her food is the same Chookie.
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Post by: mcmich on June 21, 2020, 04:25:08 pm
Love everyones thoughts. When I bought this, I thought Judy won't be scared. My grandmothers pressure cooker was very scary and exploxed when I was there (food everywhere and I still shiver thinking about it).
Chookie, thought you would love love being able to add your recipes to the machine. They do take  up to 4 days to approve them and you wouldn't want to put grandma's secret recipe on the community page as everyone has access to it.
Made a WW recipe tonight using the manual function - Morracan lamb with Honey.
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Post by: mcmich on June 21, 2020, 04:32:48 pm
Here it is.
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Post by: JulieO on June 21, 2020, 11:25:21 pm
Looks very tasty McMich.  Have fun with your pc, they are great.  :D
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Post by: achookwoman on June 21, 2020, 11:33:41 pm
Michele, please continue to report.  I like to share my recipes.  I think too much commerce has crept into cooking.  Also the price difference between a good home cooked meal and what you pay when eating out, astounds me.  Don’t get me wrong, l love a special meal out, but to encourage good home cooking is beneficial to all.
I love the forward looking attitude  of Tefal.  This is enough to tempt me to buy one of their machines.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 22, 2020, 12:02:54 pm
That looks and sounds delicious Mich.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 22, 2020, 10:00:49 pm
Did some research into the Tefal pressure cooker.  Certainly a good buy for $400 .  The big deal is the time it saves.  How I wish I had one when I was working.  Time is not really an issue for me now.  Michele , I think you will really benefit from it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on June 24, 2020, 04:31:32 pm
DS uses an electric pressure cooker often. He likes this website.
https://twosleevers.com/
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Post by: judydawn on June 25, 2020, 10:37:50 am
Is DS doing Keto or just low carb food Denise?
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Post by: achookwoman on June 26, 2020, 12:21:09 am
C C, thanks for the link. Some interesting recipes there for the AF.
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Post by: judydawn on July 01, 2020, 10:50:05 am
I was browsing K-mart this morning and ended up in the book section.  Another CSRIO recipe book to add to the other 2 and because Julie posts some lovely MB recipes I thought I’d have this one of hers as well.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 01, 2020, 12:53:02 pm
Judy, they both look interesting.
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Post by: mcmich on July 01, 2020, 02:22:29 pm
Love a new cookbook and Kmart prices are reasonable.
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Post by: JulieO on July 02, 2020, 06:35:46 am
I must have a look at the MB one Judy.  I absolutely love her and like most of her (or her nutritionist team's) recipes.  Keeps me on the right path.  :D
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Post by: judydawn on July 02, 2020, 07:29:56 am
Only $19 at K-mart Julie and I went through most of it last night - I think it’s great.  Her recipes are simple and use ingredients we normally use, each recipe has the nutritional values as well which is handy.  Well worth it even if you don’t want to lose any weight as you can always add some higher carb veggies to your plate.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2020, 12:40:45 pm
I will have to have a peek when I go to a KMart..
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Post by: JulieO on July 02, 2020, 10:43:16 pm
Quote from: judydawn on July 02, 2020, 07:29:56 am
Only $19 at K-mart Julie and I went through most of it last night - I think it’s great.  Her recipes are simple and use ingredients we normally use, each recipe has the nutritional values as well which is handy.  Well worth it even if you don’t want to lose any weight as you can always add some higher carb veggies to your plate.

Good to know Judy, I will have a look in Target to see if they have it.  All her recipes are like that Judy, simple with normal ingredients and don't take long to make.  Occasionally I'll make one that I wouldn't again but not often, they seem to suit me. :)
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Post by: mcmich on July 05, 2020, 06:52:02 am
I love MB's recipes too. My favourite is a lentil shepherds pie with a cauliflower and light cream cheese mash on top. I got it out of the Sunday paper years ago.
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Post by: judydawn on July 05, 2020, 07:56:49 am
That one is not in my new book Michele but I found it online so that I can make it for DD1 one of these days. Thanks for mentioning it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on July 06, 2020, 08:25:22 pm
Quote from: judydawn on June 25, 2020, 10:37:50 am
Is DS doing Keto or just low carb food Denise?
Neither Judy. He just likes her recipes.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 21, 2020, 11:52:23 pm
DH sent me to Books for Cooks yesterday to get him a copy of The Sourdough School by Vanessa Kimball.  He has had a quick flick through it and says it is just what he wants .. the 'science' behind sourdough fascinates him so he is really looking forward to getting the time to read the book.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 22, 2020, 06:43:08 am
That’s fantastic Marina. I have quite a few cookbooks that I love reading. They have such interesting stuff in them. My brother gifted me this book several weeks ago. It is fairly simplistic but I love it. The few things I’ve made from it are very nice. I’m baking my way through it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 22, 2020, 09:12:06 am
... I'm not going to show that book to DH, Cookie!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 22, 2020, 12:27:38 pm
It’s fairly small and not too expensive. About $25 I think. 😀😀😀😀😀
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Post by: achookwoman on July 22, 2020, 10:15:28 pm
Marina and Cookie, I’m closing my eyes and not looking. ,!!
My SD has been sitting on the kitchen bench for several weeks.  Yesterday I put it in the fridge to have a holiday. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 22, 2020, 11:49:02 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on July 22, 2020, 12:27:38 pm
It’s fairly small and not too expensive. About $25 I think. 😀😀😀😀😀
Oh, the temptation!!  I do feel guilty not showing DH - I am in a quandary now  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on July 23, 2020, 08:02:21 am
😀😀😀😀😀
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Post by: mcmich on August 07, 2020, 09:58:21 am
Bought a 4 ingredients pie maker book. Hope it is worthwhile.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 08, 2020, 12:43:23 pm
It sounds interesting Mich.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 09, 2020, 11:22:32 pm
We are having everything delivered.  Last week Chemist, Woolworths and Country Style Smallgoods.  It takes me ages to do the Woolworths order on line.
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Post by: mcmich on August 10, 2020, 07:50:05 am
I think that's the safest way Chookie.

DH came home with a K.Mart sausage roll maker yesterday. I didn't think I would use it as sausage rolls are so easy to make and I usually make party size. Will see how much use I get out of it.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 10, 2020, 12:28:08 pm
Quote from: mcmich on August 10, 2020, 07:50:05 am
I think that's the safest way Chookie.

DH came home with a K.Mart sausage roll maker yesterday. I didn't think I would use it as sausage rolls are so easy to make and I usually make party size. Will see how much use I get out of it.
Might make nice fruit pies or curry puffs.
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Post by: mcmich on August 11, 2020, 07:49:40 am
Yes,  fruit pies and curry puffs sound good.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 11, 2020, 07:53:19 am
I don’t know if you remember the old fashioned Matchsticks. Puff pastry with cream and jam and sometimes icing on the top. I saw someone had used a sausage roll maker to make those. Also vanilla slice. They split the pastry.
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Post by: mcmich on August 11, 2020, 08:04:38 am
I do remember matchsticks and DH loves vanilla slices.
Everyone here comes up with such good sugesstions.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 13, 2020, 12:03:42 am
OMG, I tried to make vanilla slice in the mini pie machine.  Took me ages to clean up the mess.  Never again.  Match sticks sound nice.
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Post by: mab19 on August 13, 2020, 05:10:41 am
Quote from: achookwoman on August 13, 2020, 12:03:42 am
OMG, I tried to make vanilla slice in the mini pie machine.  Took me ages to clean up the mess.  Never again.  Match sticks sound nice.

I have made vanilla slices using puff pastry cut into squares and filled with a vanilla pudding mix, cream and milk.  Not very healthy but very nice.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 13, 2020, 11:38:30 am
They sound very nice Mab.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 13, 2020, 11:15:13 pm
After the pie machine disaster, I made some Vanilla Slice from the recipe on the Forum.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 31, 2020, 12:15:54 pm
Escaped again today.  Picked this up at petrol station.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 31, 2020, 12:17:52 pm
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Post by: K Atie on August 31, 2020, 01:47:37 pm
What a find Chookie , your escapes are proving to be very rewarding.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 01, 2020, 12:23:00 am
Thanks K ATIE.  I was able to do a good deed today as a result of being out.  Our ex SIL who insists on giving us free Chook food. Had a very large piece of beef. I cut it into steaks and roasts and vacuumed sealer it for him.
I still don’t feel comfortable being out, even though there are very few cases of the virus in Ballarat.   
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Post by: cookie1 on September 01, 2020, 06:20:01 am
That was kind of you Chookie. I like the look of the AF book.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 01, 2020, 10:06:53 pm
Cookie, this AF book is interesting as it has recipes for a variety of thing I have never considered.  However I have another book that I like  as it counts the calories.  These recipes are much more traditional.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 01, 2020, 10:08:51 pm
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Post by: cookie1 on September 02, 2020, 10:29:47 am
That one looks even better Chookie. I like it when they count the calories.
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Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2020, 10:56:07 am
So do I, it beats trying to work it out for yourself.  Nice books Chookie.  I try and stay away from recipe books as I often find it’s easier to just look online, not that I’m doing much cooking, my pre-op packs in the freezer are still plentiful. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 02, 2020, 11:14:24 pm
Yesterday I purchased a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) subscription.  I had heard about this sort of subscription in the past, but didn't know much about it.  Basically, this is a a subscription to support the farmers and, in turn, receive a regular portion of their vegetable harvest when the time comes. Members pay up front to secure their share of the harvest (subscription includes for delivery) and the farmers use the subscription to plan their crop and purchase seed. When I looked into this I found that one of the farmers I used to purchase from at the farmers market were part of this scheme so I was comfortable supporting them - they have been organic for years and are now starting to convert to permaculture so I know the produce will be excellent.  The first delivery isn't until January and it will be interesting to see what we get in our weekly box.
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Post by: judydawn on September 03, 2020, 03:29:12 am
What a great idea Marina, I guess you have to tell them how many you are feeding otherwise you could end up with way too much produce.  Please let us know more about what you are receiving once your deliveries start in January.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 03, 2020, 05:36:27 am
I will let you all know how it goes once the harvest starts coming in in a couple of months.  You let them know how many you are feeding and you can also list up to 2 food dislikes or allergies.  The farm I am subscribing to is Angelica Organic Farm in Glenlyon, which is up near Guildford, but they deliver to the city so that works best for me.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 03, 2020, 06:36:24 am
Marina, what a great idea. Will certainly check it out.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 03, 2020, 08:23:06 am
Chookie, the subscriptions for Angelica actually close today (I was very late getting my paper work in to them), but if you really did want to follow up on this you could contact Derri-Anne and mention my name and, if they are not over-subscribed she might let you make a late application.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 03, 2020, 12:23:12 pm
What a lovely idea.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 03, 2020, 11:35:22 pm
Thanks Marina.  I did check it out.  I love the idea f supporting local farmers.  However we will continue to buy through local deliveries and at farm gates.  The Creswick Farmers Market is also good but we haven’t been there for months.
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Post by: mab19 on September 24, 2020, 06:21:26 am
My Pie Maker book finally arrived today.  It has taken 19 days to come from Sydney.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 24, 2020, 08:29:41 am
It's dreadful isn't it? DD ordered from Amazon the other day and it took 3 days from Melbourne. Everything else takes about 4 weeks.
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Post by: Cuilidh on September 24, 2020, 11:56:16 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on September 24, 2020, 08:29:41 am
It's dreadful isn't it? DD ordered from Amazon the other day and it took 3 days from Melbourne. Everything else takes about 4 weeks.
I am sure I must have said this sometime last week, but all mail from here, goes up to Sydney for sorting then comes back here for delivery - 4 weeks sounds almost the normal, these days, Cookie, so a 3 day delivery is almost unheard of.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 25, 2020, 07:53:46 am
We had a Woolies delivery yesterday.  It came from Melbourne and the driver said his next delivery was Bendigo. 
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Post by: K Atie on September 25, 2020, 10:48:26 pm
Really Chookie that’s crazy , woolies i think in Melbourne have a warehouse must ask DM . I thought it would be from Ballarat .
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Post by: achookwoman on September 25, 2020, 11:12:57 pm
Usually delivery from Ballarat. Delivery man said that the staff were on school holidays. .???  There is no school in Victoria. We got a message at 4 am to say that they couldn’t supply a couple of items.  So it looks like they put the order together at night.
Think I will put in another order for Huon Salmon.  Expensive but beautiful. We are still having things delivered, although a lot of restrictions have been lifted.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 07, 2020, 10:12:35 pm
We have recently joined The Avo Club and, due to a confusion with my order, we have ended up with 18 unripe avocados.  This is our second delivery and so far the avocados we have received have been 100% perfect - no bruising, no brown spots, the entirety edible and none thrown in the bin.  We will happily munch our way through all of these, but if anyone has thoughts or ideas for interesting avo recipes I would love to check them out.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 07, 2020, 11:02:17 pm
Interesting Marina.  I buy a bag of about 6/7 at about $1.25 each. I keep them in the fridge and remove 1 at a time.  It takes about 2 days for them to ripen.
Don’t do anything amazing with them.  Don’t like then cooked.
On toast with egg and lemon juice.
1/2 filled with mayo and prawns
Chopped with onion tops, and tomato as aside.
I always add lemon juice but friend adds Worcestershire sauce.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2020, 06:40:53 am
I don’t buy a lot as they are so expensive, however a friend has a tree and he gives me plenty. I tend to eat them as is, or spread onto bread.
This is nice Marina. https://tenina.com/recipes/chocolate-avocado-mousse

Tenina has a few recipes here. https://tenina.com/recipes?search=Avocado
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 08, 2020, 07:14:26 am
Thanks Chookie and Cookie, I will definitely make some of your suggestions.  I have always loved avo and poached egg on toast so that will be high on my priorities, but I think it would be nice with just the faintest hint of worcestershire added.  Some of Tenina's recipes look fabulous as well, I'm looking forward to trying them.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 08, 2020, 10:37:30 pm
Thanks Marina for the info.  I looked at their  site but they don’t deliver to Ballarat.   :-[
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 06, 2020, 07:24:44 am
Purchased a curved 27" computer monitor for work today - it is great.  For the first time in ages I don't have to push my nose up against the screen to see what I am doing!!!
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Post by: cookie1 on November 06, 2020, 09:15:12 am
That is great. It sounds as though it is quite large too, being 27”.
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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2020, 09:51:53 am
That’s great Marina, it’s nice to upgrade from time to time.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 06, 2020, 10:25:47 am
Marina, anything to make life easier.  Go for it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 06, 2020, 08:19:13 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 06, 2020, 09:15:12 am
That is great. It sounds as though it is quite large too, being 27”.
It is large, Cookie, but it has made a huge difference.  With my old 24" some of the work I was doing was guess work because I couldn't see the screen clearly enough and, if I changed the size everything was so large it was too hard to work with (even my accountant commented on it when he was linked in to the computer).  Now I have still got a good size at the same proportions as the old monitor.
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Post by: JulieO on November 13, 2020, 06:40:59 am
I can't believe how much progress there is on the technical side of things.  I think it's easy not to realise if you haven't updated for a few years to how much better things are. So glad your new monitor is working out Cuildih. 

I recently got the new Apple Watch 6 after having the original one since it first came out.  I find the new one so much better in lots of ways and now I can use it without having my phone with me to make calls or messages.  I no longer need to carry my phone with me when doing my morning walk for example.  I leave it in the car and can text or phone etc if needed whilst out on my walk. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on November 13, 2020, 07:00:15 am
I love my Apple watch. I wish I had got one sooner. My brother and I communicate a heck of a lot more-we 'chat' while we watch tv.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 14, 2020, 12:50:18 am
I too love my Apple Watch.  When I was fitted for my hearing aides they noticed I had one.  They therefore suggested that I have the Bluetooth connected one.  I have used the programme on the phone that matches the watch.
After trying for 6 months I have finally bought. Sausage roll machine. Can make the same ingredients as for the Pie machine but I love the shape.
Last night made Lemon butter and  Blueberry pies and this morning, sausage rolls.
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Post by: judydawn on November 14, 2020, 01:05:05 am
You’ll probably get plenty of use from it Chookie.  Enjoy the visit from your Melbourne family.
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Post by: mab19 on November 14, 2020, 05:18:10 am
I love my SMR Chookie, so many things you can make with it.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 14, 2020, 06:37:47 pm
Not sure that I like the sausage rolls made in the new machine.  Everyone else liked them. I’m a bit of a traditionalist.  However, can’t wait to try other things in it. Will be particularly interested to see how Spring Roll wrappers go in it.
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Post by: JulieO on November 14, 2020, 08:00:14 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 13, 2020, 07:00:15 am
I love my Apple watch. I wish I had got one sooner. My brother and I communicate a heck of a lot more-we 'chat' while we watch tv.

Quote from: achookwoman on November 14, 2020, 12:50:18 am
I too love my Apple Watch.  When I was fitted for my hearing aides they noticed I had one.  They therefore suggested that I have the Bluetooth connected one.  I have used the programme on the phone that matches the watch.

All those years ago when I saw Dick Tracy talking into his watch, it seemed such a futuristic thing that could never happen and yet here we are.  I wonder if the Maxwell Smart idea of talking into his shoe will ever eventuate  ;D

They are expensive, but so well made.  My first one still looks new and my DH happily took it over.  :)

Chookie, how good to be able to alter things for your hearing aids by phone, I bet they have made a world of difference.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 14, 2020, 09:40:22 pm
I recently purchased my third Apple Watch but did not get the one with the inbuilt Sim as I feel I do not need it quite yet but certainly when I finally get hearing aids I will upgrade again. I find the smart watch a necessity these days. Then again I find all digital devices absolutely necessary. LOL!

GERT
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Post by: achookwoman on November 15, 2020, 07:06:13 pm
Gert, you are so good with the technical stuff.  You have an overview understanding.  I can only use I as it applies to what I need. Yesterday I made a significant discovery of my hearing  aides.  A little tune played in my ear when one came lose.  I had been warned that they are easy to loose, so this is a great advancement.
GS, loves the sausage rolls made in the sausage roll machine.
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Post by: judydawn on November 15, 2020, 09:50:58 pm
You have always been the digital Queen Gert, you left us all way behind years ago LOL.  I imagine your knowledge of such items is very useful to others in your retirement village.
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Post by: gertbysea on November 15, 2020, 10:01:11 pm
Ha ha Judy. You would think so but mainly not. They say I let my grandkids fix it. Drives me nuts  they want to remain dependent on kids to help when they could so easily help themselves. I do however help a few, especially the men who were forced to bet on the horses on line when the TAB shut shop. LOL!

GERT
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Post by: judydawn on November 16, 2020, 01:20:37 am
Yes I imagine your services were very much appreciated then Gert.  Well done you.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 16, 2020, 07:24:55 am
That’s funny Gert. Did you get a share f the winnings?
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Post by: K Atie on November 16, 2020, 10:15:23 am
Brought some cotton sheets , they arrived in the post this morning, washed dried in the windiest day today ,on our bed now .
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Post by: achookwoman on November 20, 2020, 01:42:26 am
I make about 20 SD crumpets each week.  I cook them in my Sunbeam pie machine.   Too easy and everyone loves them. 
Yesterday when at Good Guys to buy freezer, they had the Sunbeam pie machines on special.  I bought one as my other one must be 20 years old.
Isn’t it said things break down in 3s? Freezer, tumble dryer and what next?
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Post by: cookie1 on November 20, 2020, 05:56:51 am
Lets hope its the Sunbeam Pie machine.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 20, 2020, 12:43:18 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on November 20, 2020, 05:56:51 am
Lets hope its the Sunbeam Pie machine.

Yes
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2020, 08:47:41 pm
Thought this may be interesting.  Ceiling light with fan. Can be used, just light or just fan, or both.
3 light settings, 3 speeds.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2020, 08:52:15 pm
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Post by: Cornish Cream on November 27, 2020, 08:54:21 pm
Did anyone buy anything during Black Friday? I bought a pair of shoes. 😁 DH bought a big TV🙄

Your fan/light looks good Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2020, 09:01:36 pm
Yes. We bought a heat pump clothes dryer. Saved $400. They are going to install it and take away old dryer. 
CC, nice buying.
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Post by: JulieO on November 27, 2020, 09:20:03 pm
Cool fan Chookie (see what I did there)  ;D

Yes Cornish, I bought an Oroton tote in Indigo.  Have been on the look out for a dark navy bag for so long but could only find a mid blue which isn't what I wanted.  I ordered it early yesterday morning and got it for $129 ($140 saving).  I now see it's selling for $161  :o

https://oroton.com/harriet-medium-tote-indigo-osfa

And (don't laugh), I ordered a SodaStream for me  ;D I drink 2-3 litres spring water every day and just recently I've been jazzing it up by having a few glasses of soda water with sliced fruit added.  Have found it so refreshing for a change. 

I liked this one as it uses glass not plastic bottles.  Will be an alternative now and then instead of just normal spring water. I also ordered 2 more of the glass bottles.  ;D
Not interested in using the syrups you can buy to make soft drinks as I haven't had soft drink for about 9 or 10 years now.  :D

https://www.davidjones.com/Product/21193078?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhea8vaWa7QIVxCMrCh0plwCiEAQYAiABEgIbZ_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.davidjones.com/brand/sodastream/21276854/Glass-Caraffe-for-Crystal-Sparkling-Water-Maker.html
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Post by: achookwoman on November 27, 2020, 09:30:14 pm
Julie love the idea of the glass bottles. We have had Soda Stream machine for years.  We also don’t buy he flavours and just drink it plain.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 28, 2020, 09:05:55 am
We also have a sofa stream and love it. Occasionally I will add a squirt of lemon or lime juice, r just a slice.
I stocked up on some skin care that I was low on. 20% off was too good to resist. I also bought a linen top. I have mainly nice 5 shirts for wearing with jeans or casual slacks. Now I have this too. I try to wear different ops to each months coffee runs.  I’m sure no one notices- it’s just me.
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Post by: K Atie on November 28, 2020, 10:44:11 am
Chookie that light looks great I’m going to see if DH will get on for us . Gosh you have all done well with Black Friday shopping. What is a heat pump clothes dryer Chookie? We have a Soda stream and only use it for sparking water too .
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Post by: achookwoman on November 28, 2020, 12:22:13 pm
K ATIE, the heat pump reuses the hot air and doesn’t blow it into the room. Also either collects the water from the clothes into a container or through a plastic pipe into sink. Has lots of programs.  Probably won’t use them.
I think the upright freezer , Westinghouse, we bought is the same as yours. I removed the ice try as we have an ice making machine.
Julie, love your bag.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 03, 2020, 06:31:06 pm
Great buys everyone.
The TV arrived today, it’s massive🙄
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Post by: achookwoman on December 03, 2020, 08:16:49 pm
CC, you will love it.  We also have a large SMART TV.  Too smart for us.
Hope you are coping ok with this rotten virus. Thinking of you. 
We were going to Daylesford on Monday with GD driving.  They have discovered the virus in the sewage so won’t be going.  Will go somewhere else.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 03, 2020, 09:50:39 pm
We got our solar panels and (very large and heavy!) battery in on Wednesday.  Not connected to the grid yet, we have to wait for the inspector to clear it.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 03, 2020, 10:03:35 pm
Sounds good Marina. I now do all my baking, dish washing and clothes washing, at no cost because of the Solar panels.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 04, 2020, 01:25:52 am
Solar panels are fantastic. Marina, you mentioned batteries. Does that mean you will be able to store the power you generate? We are beginning to think along those lines.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 04, 2020, 03:39:52 am
Batteries are a great idea.  However they may not be cost effective for us.  Cookie, they probably would be for you.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 05, 2020, 09:02:45 am
DH is waiting until the technology is a little further along, but it would be worth it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 05, 2020, 08:18:07 pm
We're not sure yet how the whole solar thing is going to work out - we are just waiting for the inspector to come and give us the go-ahead then we can start watching usage / storage / access on to and off the grid, it will be interesting.  The Tesla battery we got is - to me, anyway - fairly big (180 kg, I think) I pitied the guys who had to manhandle it up our very narrow staircase which has two 90 degree corners half way up!

At the moment it is only connected to our residence, but it will eventually also be linked to our workshop and shop.

One of our customers has solar and loves it - she said she is addicted to the app watching usage, etc. and I suspect I too will become addicted to it :o
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Post by: achookwoman on December 05, 2020, 08:49:19 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on December 05, 2020, 09:02:45 am
DH is waiting until the technology is a little further along, but it would be worth it.
This is what our DS has told us. 
Marina, given your home/work circumstances the batteries are probably a good idea. Yes you will become addicted to watching the usage.
In the 1950s Australia was the leading World authority on solar.  Poor political direction let us loose this advantage. We are now trying to catch up.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 06, 2020, 01:47:12 am
Solar is wonderful. We have 14-15 hours of sunlight a day. We have had it for almost 10 years now. We only have a 3kw system as it was all that was available at the time. We haven’t had a power bill in that time and have several thousand dollars credit. We have been getting an excellent rebate on it though. That finishes in June.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 06, 2020, 04:24:15 am
Well done, Cookie, I hope our installation is as successful as yours!
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Post by: achookwoman on December 06, 2020, 08:06:17 pm
Cookie, that is wonderful.
We can’t feed into the grid as ours is full. Still worth having.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 07, 2020, 03:33:14 am
Quote from: achookwoman on December 06, 2020, 08:06:17 pm
Cookie, that is wonderful.
We can’t feed into the grid as ours is full. Still worth having.
Most definitely.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 07, 2020, 08:58:48 pm
I’m looking forward to my annual shopping splurge in Melbourne. 
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 07, 2020, 09:27:23 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on December 07, 2020, 08:58:48 pm
I’m looking forward to my annual shopping splurge in Melbourne.
I bet you are, have a great time.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 08, 2020, 03:45:56 am
Quote from: achookwoman on December 07, 2020, 08:58:48 pm
I’m looking forward to my annual shopping splurge in Melbourne.

I am totally and utterly jealous. Have a wonderful time.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 09, 2020, 07:20:10 pm
Following RTE's list, I ordered the cook book "Community".  It arrived yesterday and looks to have loads of really lovely and interesting recipes.  I can't wait until I get the chance to have a good look through it.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 09, 2020, 08:29:43 pm
I’ve been buying Christmas presents for GS. I bought everything online as I’m avoiding going to shops.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 09, 2020, 10:01:28 pm
Quote from: Cornish Cream on December 09, 2020, 08:29:43 pm
I’ve been buying Christmas presents for GS. I bought everything online as I’m avoiding going to shops.
That is a very wise decision, CC.  Take care and keep safe.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 10, 2020, 06:14:58 am
Sensible Denise. Are you all able to get together for Christmas?
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Post by: achookwoman on December 11, 2020, 09:41:39 pm
CC, thinking of you and family.   Keep safe.
I’m a bit embarrassed at the amount of stuff I bought in Melbourne.  But I kept telling myself that the Government want us to spend.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 12, 2020, 01:07:07 am
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Post by: droverjess on December 15, 2020, 10:45:13 am
I have only shopped locally in my little market town. To keep me busy in the dark evenings with no social contact I have made the majority of my presents for the wider family and friends - cold processed soap and wash cloths, and only bought raw materials, (bamboo cotton, oils and lye) and a few things for the young from their lists. Two online purchases, and one from an artisan maker. Things are challenging in the uk, in every way, but I’m determined to be cheerful and make the best of it all.
Today I bought a few grocery things inc linseeds for my bread.
Wishing you all a very sunny happy Christmas time xxx DJ
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 15, 2020, 10:09:03 pm
Very best seasons greetings to you too, DJ.  We are thinking of you all in the UK just now and hope you keep safe and well.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2020, 07:48:31 am
All the best to you DJ.
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Post by: mab19 on December 17, 2020, 08:38:50 am
My new set of tmx blades arrived today.  I had forgotten just how sharp they can be.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 17, 2020, 08:53:35 pm
Quote from: mab19 on December 17, 2020, 08:38:50 am
My new set of tmx blades arrived today.  I had forgotten just how sharp they can be.
A whole new cooking experience, I should imagine!  Enjoy them.  It makes me think that maybe I should get a new set as well.
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Post by: obbie on December 27, 2020, 01:16:34 am
Shopping, Bought a new out door setting, another Table and chairs for the front deck, and a out door Kitchen. That was enough yesterday for the whole year.. :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 27, 2020, 05:46:51 am
It certainly was Robyn.
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Post by: obbie on December 28, 2020, 04:50:06 am
should be ok for the year now..
 :)
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Post by: cookie1 on December 28, 2020, 08:01:18 am
I couldn’t resist this. I have an ancient one that was Mum’s but find it very difficult to use. Hopefully this will be easier. I ordered it on the 23d December and it arrived today. I was very impressed.
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Post by: judydawn on December 28, 2020, 12:40:26 pm
Handy for someone who bakes as many biscuits as you do cookie.  Delivery on a public holiday??  Lucky you.
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Post by: mab19 on December 29, 2020, 01:18:28 am
Cookie, I bought myself one of those just before Xmas.  Not the same brand as yours tho.
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Post by: judydawn on December 29, 2020, 01:38:42 am
I went out to buy a 2021 diary but ended up with several items I didn’t know I needed until I saw them.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 29, 2020, 02:07:33 am
That's the best sort of shopping Judy.

I have just had to sign DH up to internet banking to get our statements. I have been getting them online for years. We received a letter saying he would get paper statements as he wasn't signed up for paper ones. The lass I spoke too agreed with me that it was very silly. What a waste, having 2 sorts of statements available for the one account.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2020, 09:01:56 pm
RAL didn’t have opportunity to un m Xmas gift so did this stead.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 30, 2020, 09:09:30 pm
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Post by: judydawn on December 31, 2020, 02:16:12 am
Beautiful Chookie, I hope Ral is doing well now at home.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 31, 2020, 05:30:18 am
Thanks Judy. He is much better ..
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Post by: cookie1 on December 31, 2020, 11:16:09 am
Beautiful flowers arranged beautifully.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 31, 2020, 07:06:46 pm
We were lucky enough to see these beautiful flowers for ourselves earlier in the week when we had the chance to swing by Chookie and Ral's place for a very quick visit.  It was a wonderful visit but way too brief (we got lost on the way there and had to back-track 40 kms so arrived late) but, as always, we were given the warmest of welcomes and, despite me saying no food, just a cup of coffee, we were, of course, treated to cakes, nibbles and dips so by the time we left we waddled out to the car!  We hadn't seen them for ages so it was lovely to have this short time together again.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on December 31, 2020, 07:31:01 pm
Beautiful flowers Chookie.

How lovely to catchup with Chookie and Ral Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 31, 2020, 09:52:11 pm
Marina, agreed, visit far too short. It continues  to amaze me when you have true friends you just pick up where you were  when you last met.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 31, 2020, 10:50:13 pm
So very true, Chookie.
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Post by: mab19 on December 31, 2020, 11:44:51 pm
Beautiful flowers Chookie.  I hope Ral is continuing to improve.

How nice to catch up with Cookie & Ral.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 21, 2021, 10:42:41 pm
I recently heard about a thing called an "Earthing Blanket" over the Xmas break.

We were having dinner with our friends and as my hostess is a homeopath and is a very caring lady, we were discussing my insomnia (often waking at 1.00 or 2.00 am and not being able to get back to sleep after that).  She told me about the Earthing Blanket she has started using.  Apparently it has many benefits, among them helping you to sleep.  I immediately purchased one and put it on the bed for the first time on Monday of this week ... and what a difference, I have been sleeping until 6.00 most mornings, sometimes a little earlier sometimes a little later.  Is it psychological? ... I don't know, but so far I am really happy with the results.

Should anyone be interested there are several around on the web but I would be happy to give you the name of the one I purchased (as it was the one that my friend used I simply went with her recommendation as I know she spent quite a while researching all the options before she made her decision)  As well as getting the one for herself, she has since purchased them for her two daughters and MIL!
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 21, 2021, 10:46:24 pm
I have been busy buying things over the holidays.

Following on from one of RTE's posts last month I purchased two of the recipe books she listed - one called Community which was salad based recipes and the second one was Cool Beans ... well, what else would I buy but another book with bean recipes?  Actually both are really good, especially the bean one.  I'll be trying out a couple of recipes from each of them over the next week or so.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 22, 2021, 01:30:50 am
Marina, I certainly would be interested in the Earthing Blanket.
The recipe books that RTE recommend,  I have most of them.  :D

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Post by: mab19 on January 22, 2021, 03:58:56 am
Yesterday Coles had spiralizers out for sale so I weakened and bought one. DS and I tried it out last night and we both think it was a waste of money. 
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Post by: cookie1 on January 22, 2021, 07:07:59 am
That's not good Mab.

Your blanket sounds interesting Marina. Who cares if it really works or not, as long as it works for you. Fortunately I don't have any trouble sleeping.

We picked our car up this morning. I've just had a drive of it. It's very nice, but I'm still not willing to get rid of my red terror.
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Post by: K Atie on January 22, 2021, 11:21:29 am
Marina is the earthing blanket like a weighted blanket ?
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 23, 2021, 06:50:56 am
No, it's not weighted K Atie.  I use mine under my bottom sheet and on top of my mattress. I have put mine in the area where my feet go (the choice is up to the user) and there are various options of blanket, all different sizes, which you can choose from.  It is plugged into a normal electrical socket, but it has two dummy prongs and the earth one is the active one, however it doesn't use electricity, it is purely plugged in to access the earth that runs through the house.  It will all be explained better on the various web sites, but the one I got was  the Fabric Grounding Mat from betterearthing.com.au
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Post by: cookie1 on January 23, 2021, 07:58:52 am
Very interesting Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 23, 2021, 07:39:47 pm
Marina, Thanks for the info on the earthing blanket
Mab, I bought a Spiralizer with a voucher I got at a Forum Fest. It is a hand turning thing.  Quite good once you learn what size veggie to put in it.
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Post by: K Atie on January 24, 2021, 01:39:48 am
Thank you Marina sounds interesting, gosh if I could sleep all night it would be great .
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Post by: cookie1 on February 12, 2021, 03:46:55 am
I think I need a good talking to.  I am considering buying a TM 6. I certainly don’t need it but you can never have enough can you?
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Post by: judydawn on February 12, 2021, 05:55:26 am
Mmm, don’t know about that statement cookie LOL.  If you want one, go for it I say.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 12, 2021, 07:12:18 pm
I really don't know much about the TM6 but I think it would give you a whole other dimension to your cooking ... and I am sure you would get a great deal of use out of it.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 12, 2021, 10:02:31 pm
Cookie, go for it if you want it and can afford it. 
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Post by: mab19 on February 12, 2021, 11:00:59 pm
Go for it Cookie.  I went to my DD's demo when she bought one and liked it. 
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2021, 06:40:09 am
I'm pleased you all said that. I remember Gert saying exactly what Chookie as said. If you want it and can afford it....go for it. It is all ordered etc. I'm looking forward to it. DH reminded me that you can't take it with you...… perhaps he is planning to do away with me. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: judydawn on February 13, 2021, 08:09:33 am
Nothing like the support of forum members cookie, what else are you thinking you might like? Maybe we can help you with another purchase.  I knew someone who loved sewing so she bought heaps of material to make all hers and DH’s tops and T-shirts.  Hubby went off a bit at the amount spent but she virtually said the old saying to him.  Next day he came home and told her he’d been thinking about what she said and he’s bought a boat!  Talk about making the most of a throwaway line.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 13, 2021, 11:09:46 am
I. Don’t think we will be getting another boat‼️ That is very funny though. DH has bought an aluminium canopy to put on his new ute and plans to put a lot of stuff that normally goes in the van, into that. It will keep him off the streets while he plans and does it.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 13, 2021, 07:05:48 pm
Judy, love your story. Cookie, good idea to keep the fellows off the streets.
Think I must be sick, haven’t bought anything lately.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 14, 2021, 12:42:30 pm
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Judy, love your story. Cookie, good idea to keep the fellows off the streets.
Think I must be sick, haven’t bought anything lately.

LOL.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 14, 2021, 09:58:50 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on February 13, 2021, 07:05:48 pm
Judy, love your story. Cookie, good idea to keep the fellows off the streets.
Think I must be sick, haven’t bought anything lately.
Don't worry, Chookie, it's just lock down ... you'll be right again next week!!
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Post by: judydawn on February 15, 2021, 04:13:28 am
Yes, you’ll get over your ‘illness’ in the near future Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on February 15, 2021, 09:13:16 pm
Feeling better already from all the encouragement.  ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 15, 2021, 10:55:41 pm
No one could say we are not a good influence on you!!
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Post by: achookwoman on February 17, 2021, 04:41:46 am
Bought 2 slabs of beer as thanks to 2 of our neighbours who finally got our security gate back in working order. That is now 3 neighbours who have combined their skills and knowledge to repair it.  We are so lucky to have such good neighbours.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 17, 2021, 12:34:37 pm
That’s lovely Chookie. It’s so good to have great neighbours.

It arrivedI’ve had a great time setting it up and steamed some asparagus to go with our beef roast.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 17, 2021, 01:33:26 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on February 13, 2021, 07:05:48 pm
Think I must be sick, haven’t bought anything lately.
This made me chuckle Chookie.

Glad you decided to buy the TM6 Cookie. It looks good on your workbench.😁
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 17, 2021, 08:30:21 pm
Very exciting, Cookie, there is heaps of fun and experimentation ahead of you now.  Enjoy!
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Post by: judydawn on February 17, 2021, 09:54:12 pm
Is it quieter than the TM31 cookie?
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Post by: achookwoman on February 18, 2021, 12:22:24 am
Cookie, full review requested.  I will back your judgment.
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Post by: mab19 on February 18, 2021, 01:24:37 am
Well done Cookie, lots of experimenting ahead.
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Post by: K Atie on February 18, 2021, 11:40:26 am
Well done , did you set it up with some help !
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Post by: cookie1 on February 19, 2021, 03:22:55 am
Yes Judy it is much quieter also it seems very smooth in everything it does.
KAtie I set it up myself. I did the 5 so figured I could do this. I haven't told my consultant that I have it yet.

My nephew is getting married next week and we have been invited. It is cocktail dress. I cant see myself in anything gorgeous and strappy with 5 inch heels. This morning I made a list of places where I may find something suitable. A new little shop has opened up at our shopping centre for clothes so I thought I would start there. I'm amazed. I picked up a floaty red top that is perfect. I love red and I will match my car. She showed me some trousers that were the correct length with small silver diamantes on the hems. So I bought those too. I ended up paying about a third of what I had expected to. They are even made in Australia and I feel very comfortable in them.
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Post by: judydawn on February 19, 2021, 04:01:59 am
Wow, you’re going to look stunning cookie.  You didn’t give yourself much time to find something so were very lucky to hit the jackpot at the very first place you went.  Please get DD to take a photo of you in your outfit.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 19, 2021, 07:49:17 am
Fantastic, Cookie ... would love to see the photos
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Post by: achookwoman on February 19, 2021, 08:14:45 pm
Well done Cookie.  How I hate shopping for clothes for special occasions.  You will look lovely in Red.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 20, 2021, 09:16:04 am
I know I was slack in finding something for the wedding Judy. I think I was worried I wouldn’t find anything so kept delaying it.
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Post by: judydawn on February 20, 2021, 11:07:08 am
Did you take DD for another opinion cookie? 
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Post by: Cornish Cream on February 20, 2021, 06:15:35 pm
Love Red Cookie. I wear quite a lot of red too. I can’t wear the colour gold/mustard as I look terrible in clothes in that colour.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 21, 2021, 01:55:30 am
Me too Denise. Yet our colouring is quite different.

No Judy DD was at work. It was only a small shop and there were several ladies in there chatting with the owner, so I asked their opinion. They were great, they asked questions about the event etc before passing judgement.
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Post by: judydawn on February 21, 2021, 03:10:12 am
That’s good cookie, a more honest opinion from other shoppers - I never listen to the salesperson, mostly they’ll try and talk you into anything.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 03, 2021, 08:33:02 pm
These days I don’t often get a bargain when grocery shopping.  Yesterday our IGA had butterflied legs of lamb at $10 a kilo. They are excellent slow cooked on BBQ.  I bought several.  1/2 for DD.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 04, 2021, 11:00:56 am
Well done.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 04, 2021, 09:54:54 pm
Managed to arrange a day off yesterday went out and about and bought a new quilt cover and small stereo hifi as well ... all in all a bit of an expensive, but productive, day.
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2021, 10:25:41 pm
Nice buys Marina.  I love buying new quilts and I’ll be looking for one soon to replace my summer one. Last night I had to make an emergency trip to have my glasses tightened, just made that particular store before they closed at 7 pm.  Without my glasses I couldn’t even see the screws to tighten them.  Whilst at the shopping centre I had a bit of a browse and came home with a pair of casual loafers plus I ended up in Kathmandu where I bought thermal underwear to wear to the football this season.  Summer hasn’t been warm enough for me so I think I might find winter a bit trying this year, hopefully the 2 items will help.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 04, 2021, 11:56:05 pm
Well done Marina and Judy.  Got a very nice freebie yesterday.  Went to dentist and they have 2 massive Apple trees.  They said help yourself.  So I did. Last night I bottled 6 Dolmio jars in the Microwave. Hope to do more today. 
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Post by: mab19 on March 05, 2021, 12:28:58 am
Nice shopping Marina and Judy.

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Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2021, 03:52:41 am
LOL Chookie, I can’t see you ever turning down a ‘help yourself’ offer - not many of us would.  A great bonus for you.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 05, 2021, 06:06:45 am
Great shopping ladies. We don't use a doona as DH and I have different heat requirements at night. I like to cuddle up and he likes to be quite cool. I do have fun getting new bedspreads though. Not very often. DH likes to lie on the bed and chat on the phone. He always has his feet in the same spot and after a few years the bedspread wears in that spot. Then it is a new one. ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: K Atie on March 05, 2021, 02:24:47 pm
Great shopping ladies . Ikea shopping ( I have refused to go for a long while now but gave in today . DD needed a small bedside table for uni and a clothes horse , done yet the trolley was full .DS snapped up a quilt set for  boarding . Tubs a few plants laundry basket DD . I got some glasses and tubs .
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Post by: achookwoman on March 05, 2021, 09:58:10 pm
Oh how I love doona covers and bead spreads.  With change of houses and new colours in bedrooms I have had to use my less favourite ones. I think I will have to repaint the bedrooms and change the curtains so I can use the ones I love.
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Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2021, 10:55:26 pm
 I can never visit Ikea without coming out with heaps of things I didn’t go there for, it’s a fascinating shop.

Chookie are you saying that the beautiful linen in the guest room I used is now not used in your new house.  I felt a very special guest in that room.
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Post by: gertbysea on March 05, 2021, 11:27:37 pm
Thank goodness we do not have an IKEA within cooee of Cairns! Today I disposed , recycled, trashed and repurposed over 30 items excess to requirements. I live alone. I have 3 only doona covers. One for a single bed and 2 for my bed. I even went through my shoes today and found I could get rid of only four pair.  5 years ago I had only 3 pair of shoes not I have 15. I think they multiply when not looking. 3 pair are white canvas “tennis” shoes only $3.50 a pair from Big W. Why. No idea.  I did buy 3 pair of arms for my Dresden glasses. Nice to have colour change but totally totally unnecessary. I recommend Dresden frames to anyone. Brilliant concept and Aussie made for only $40.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 06, 2021, 07:59:09 am
Gert I love your glasses, they are so YOU. (My 66 year old brother says that a lot- not sure why‼️)

When we painted the inside of the house during Covid we got rid of so much stuff it was embarrassing. I probably need to do it again. 🤪
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Post by: judydawn on March 06, 2021, 11:35:27 am
It is something we can do over and over, there’s always something we’ve decided we no longer need. We have a local giveaway group here which is handy for getting rid of stuff then there’s the op shop around the road as well.  It’s amazing to see the generosity of many of our members who could quite easily sell their items using online sites.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 06, 2021, 09:56:26 pm
Inspired. Yes I have so much stuff that I should get rid of.  But NOT my good Doona Covers and Bed Spreads.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on March 10, 2021, 05:02:21 pm
I bought this book recently. It’s a lovely book.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 10, 2021, 09:15:44 pm
CC, looks interesting.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 11, 2021, 02:29:02 am
It certainly does.
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Post by: judydawn on March 11, 2021, 02:39:06 am
Now we’re all waiting to see your first meal from the new book Denise.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 19, 2021, 08:50:49 pm
Visit to Source  to replenish dried sour cherries and Flaked almonds and slivered almonds.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 26, 2021, 06:22:28 pm
My dehydrater stopped working. Over 20 years old.  Bought a new one today and same make so trays etc will also work on new one.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 27, 2021, 06:08:00 am
20 years is pretty good Chookie
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Post by: judydawn on March 27, 2021, 10:32:54 am
Yes mine didn’t last long, I threw it out last time I culled the kitchen cupboards after testing it once more to make sure it wasn’t working.
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2021, 04:04:41 am
Just had this ‘cinema chair’ delivered, so comfy that I could sleep in it if I had to. Was able to fit the new rug into my car.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 09, 2021, 04:32:22 am
The chair looks lovely ... better than a head massage!!

Good colour co-ordination of everything.
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2021, 06:08:48 am
Thank you Marina.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 09, 2021, 08:20:30 am
Judy it all looks lovely. As Marina said the colours go well together.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 09, 2021, 08:51:00 am
Splashed out and bought a new doona cover.  Basically in blues and pastels and the selling point was "inspired by Monet".  It has no specific pattern to it, but it is absolutely gorgeous and I love it.
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Post by: gertbysea on April 09, 2021, 11:14:39 am
Must be that time of year. Tossed out two Lazy Boys and bought one new one and a new printer. Love your chair Judy. Cuilidh would love to see your cover. Sounds lovely.

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on April 09, 2021, 02:46:27 pm
Thank you cookie and Gert. I’d love to see your cover too Marina but you don’t post photos do you? It seems we all need to buy things lately.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 09, 2021, 09:49:05 pm
Judy, chair looks very comfortable. Enjoy. Very practical carpet.
Marina, that does sound nice. Love Monet colours.  We have a Monet bedroom.
Talking of shopping. Noticed Alyce’s new SC book in a gift shop. $35. Noticed K Mart had it for $20.
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Post by: judydawn on April 10, 2021, 01:02:49 am
A big difference Chookie, do I need it - mmm, no I don’t think so but it’s nice to see TMX recipe developers doing recipes for another popular cooking style.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 10, 2021, 10:35:23 pm
You are right, Judy, I don't post photos ..I have tried many times but without success!  Any way, here is the link to the cover https://www.bedbathntable.com.au/bed/quilt-covers/giverny-teal-watercolour-010303
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Post by: judydawn on April 11, 2021, 01:11:29 am
It’s lovely Marina, glad you found a way for us to see it.  Thank you.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 11, 2021, 02:57:14 am
I might shock you all with a photo one day .. I just have to find a willing kid to show me how!

The cover actualy looks much nicer in 'real life'!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 11, 2021, 09:47:08 am
Its a beautiful colour Marina, one of my favourite colours.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 11, 2021, 11:34:20 am
Love it Marina.  I want one, !
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Post by: mab19 on April 12, 2021, 02:56:54 am
Marina, that's a lovely doona cover.

I bought a new clock radio at the weekend and will be taking it back this afternoon.  The instructions were so complicated that we couldn't even set the time.  It even had DS confused.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 12, 2021, 04:30:08 am
Sometimes I feel like I need a university degree to understand some of the directions that you get these days, however, I always have a giggle at the badly translated English.  We once stayed in a hotel in China and the house rules were fantastic ... "You are not allowed to up anyone in your room", "do not light fireworks in your room", etc. etc.  House rules were always the first thing we would read when we got to our rooms ... I suspect the hotel owners must have wondered why all their rules disappeared to!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 12, 2021, 06:15:25 am
Mab I know how you feel. We have one clock that we can't set, we have to wait for DD to do it. I would be happy with a normal clock in the bedroom but DH cant stand them ticking, or even clicking.
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Post by: judydawn on April 12, 2021, 01:20:46 pm
I wouldn’t be able to sleep if I could hear the ticking of a clock either cookie, I think the one in my bedroom might be making a faint sound but with my hearing I don’t hear it.  For an alarm clock I’m using one of those old type travel clocks which I’ve had for 58 years.  The case has fallen off but I just stand it up against the clock radio, I just find it so much easier to set and I trust it completely whereas the digital ones you’ve only got to forget to do something and you get caught out.

I agree with you both re instructions being impossible. I bought a digital cube radio from Costco and had no idea how to set it up.  I obviously fluked some of the stations but none that I’d listen to. It’s all too hard.

Loved the quotes you wrote Marina.
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Post by: K Atie on April 13, 2021, 01:43:19 am
The good old travel clocks were the best Judy .
Well a lot of research to find a portable hot plate I ended up with Breville portable induction hot plate . Also a saucepan and a little fry pan and one pot that’s shallow with a lid . This was the best answer as we are still in Melbourne and I had a cooking issue with the stove so quick answer ! It’s not bad but boy does it heat fast ! Scrambled  eggs in seconds !! Fish was ok and then I perfected it with chicken tenderloins. Mind you the unit was a pathetic  price compared to the pots and oh why we have Themomixers .
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Post by: Cornish Cream on April 13, 2021, 05:43:43 pm
Lovely chair Judy.
Love the colour of your bed linen Marina.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 14, 2021, 12:55:49 am
No one can set the clock on my Meile oven. Not even the technician who came to service it. I find it really enjoying.
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Post by: judydawn on April 14, 2021, 12:34:36 pm
Mine’s hard to do too Chookie but I did DD’s the other day and it was a breeze, so simple compared to mine.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 14, 2021, 08:27:55 pm
Why do manufacturers have to make things so hard ... what on earth can be so difficult about setting a clock that many of us cannot do it easily .. surely they can simplify this basic action ... it used to be all you had to do was press one or two buttons and everything was good, but no more.  Having said that, every time the clocks change DH has to resort to the instruction manual to remind him how to do it
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Post by: cookie1 on April 15, 2021, 06:23:39 am
It really is silly, I totally agree.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 21, 2021, 05:39:19 am
Just lashed out and bought 10 aprons ... unfortunately not for me, all for work (but I will snaffle one for myself once the embroidery is completed).  I went out to the  manufacturers and they had a beautiful, peaceful, plant filled office and cafeteria; I was quite jealous as we are so cramped for space at work - I guess that is the difference between working way out in the 'burbs as opposed to near the CBD!
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2021, 06:08:57 am
At a guess I would say it is handy for your business near the CBD Marina.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 21, 2021, 10:50:30 am
You are absolutely right, Cookie ... we would have no customers at all if we were out where that facility was ... nice to dream though!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2021, 12:28:55 am
Marina, nice to have customised aprons.  Love our spot in the city. 
I have a bi of a thing for Aprons.  Wear one every day. I’m. Very messy cook.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 22, 2021, 06:43:18 am
I am too Chookie, but although I have lots of lovely aprons I hardly ever wear one. I should.
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Post by: judydawn on April 22, 2021, 07:51:33 am
I have plenty too and I definitely need to wear one in the kitchen and in the garden.  Those with a big pocket at the front hold my mobile and my home phone when I’m in the garden so that I don’t have to run for the phone when it rings.  You rarely see a chef wearing an apron on TV cooking shows though.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 22, 2021, 07:42:48 pm
I agree about aprons, I always wear one when cooking.

Another purchase for me yesterday, my old lap top finally died - it has been threatening for a couple of months now, but it finally gave up on me yesterday so I had to rush out and get a replacement.  Now I just have to get this new one up and running again, which is always a hassle.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 07, 2021, 09:42:35 am
$15 at K Mart today. I couldn’t resist as I like some recipes from the magazine.
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Post by: judydawn on May 07, 2021, 02:15:56 pm
Even if you only get one brilliant recipe out of a recipe book or magazine it’s worth the cost cookie.
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Post by: trudy on May 08, 2021, 07:41:14 am
Looks great!
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Post by: achookwoman on May 09, 2021, 01:57:07 am
Cookie, I also bought that book yesterday.  It has lots of very nice recipes. It gives both calories and carbs, which I like.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 09, 2021, 08:35:39 am
I'm looking forward to trying a few of them Chookie. I will share what our thoughts are.
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Post by: achookwoman on May 09, 2021, 10:14:15 pm
Quote from: cookie1 on May 09, 2021, 08:35:39 am
I'm looking forward to trying a few of them Chookie. I will share what our thoughts are.
Will do same.
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Post by: cookie1 on May 29, 2021, 08:53:56 am
This sort of jumped into my arms this morning in Dymocks. I had to buy it as I have vouchers from my brother.

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Post by: judydawn on May 29, 2021, 10:17:51 am
Good catch cookie!
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Post by: achookwoman on May 29, 2021, 10:57:43 pm
Interesting Cookie. Love it when that happens.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 09, 2021, 08:47:03 am
I don't know why I waited so long ... yesterday I bought two electric blankets - one for the city one for the country.  Don't need it so much in town, but our house in the country is perishing cold in winter so it will make a huge difference.  I was thoroughly amused to see that one of the makes (not the one that I bought) gives you the option of turning it on or off by using their app.  How technology changes everything!!!
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Post by: judydawn on June 09, 2021, 08:55:43 am
I’ve just started using mine again after 3 years Marina, I heat it for 30 minutes before going to bed just to take the chill off. Winter seems so much colder this year.
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Post by: K Atie on June 09, 2021, 08:56:43 am
I’m going to get the young adults in our house electric blankets , but then Aldi had electric rugs with the minky fabric ! They do like them .
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Post by: cookie1 on June 10, 2021, 03:39:22 am
We don't use electric blankets as DH gets hot at night and needs to put his feet out!! It's funny seeing him all rugged up in bed with his feet sticking out.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 10, 2021, 07:12:37 am
Love our electric blankets.  Like Judy we just heat up the bed and then turn them off.  Our bed room is down to 9 degrees by morning.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 10, 2021, 08:52:15 am
I DO NOT GET OUT IF BED IF IT IS LESS THAN 20 IN MY BEDROOM! Thankfully it has not been less than 20 in a year! 27 with clear skies today but there is a threat of you lot sending the cold up here. Shame on you. LOL!
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Post by: achookwoman on June 10, 2021, 11:13:29 pm
Hell, Gert. If those conditions applied here, I would never get out of bed.  However it is very cold here at the moment and I do envy you your 27. To me, that is a perfect Summer temperature.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 11, 2021, 07:04:15 am
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 10, 2021, 08:52:15 am
I DO NOT GET OUT IF BED IF IT IS LESS THAN 20 IN MY BEDROOM! Thankfully it has not been less than 20 in a year! 27 with clear skies today but there is a threat of you lot sending the cold up here. Shame on you. LOL!

It's nice to share Gert!!! I couldn't survive in maximums of 9 or so. I feel i am in a fridge at anything under 16. I would definitely need an electric blanket. Our bedroom is usually around 14 on a cold morning. Although I must admit ;when I open the curtains in the morning it is still very dark.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 11, 2021, 09:33:04 pm
I certainly don’t mind cold weather. Th nuisance aspect is clothing. We have winter clothes and summer clothes. Twice a year we swap over.  I have large plastic crates and just pack everything in. Good opportunity to discard some things.  It certainly would be easier living in a more moderate climate.
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Post by: gertbysea on June 11, 2021, 10:47:10 pm
Got me to giggling this morning Chookie with these words  “opportunity to discard some things”.

You kidder you. LOL!

Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on June 12, 2021, 09:52:00 am
😀😀😀😀😀
I basically have the same clothing all year. In the cooler weather I may have a jumper/cardigan or jacket. Even in winter I don’t wear a jumper into large shopping centres as I get hot. At home I wear one as I can get cold at anytime that it rains. I’m weird.  😀😀
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Post by: achookwoman on June 12, 2021, 11:44:16 pm
Quote from: Gertbysea on June 11, 2021, 10:47:10 pm
Got me to giggling this morning Chookie with these words  “opportunity to discard some things”.

You kidder you. LOL!

Gert
Oh dear, Gert, you know me too well. However I did manage to throw a few things out. 
The Food deliveries went well. All packed away.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2021, 10:12:35 am
I have succumbed. At $20 I couldn’t resist.
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Post by: judydawn on June 19, 2021, 10:45:53 am
What are you going to make first cookie - something sweet or savoury?
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Post by: cookie1 on June 19, 2021, 12:25:09 pm
I thought I might wilt some spinach and combine it with feta and try that.for lunch tomorrow. I’ll use puff pastry. I want to get some spring roll pastry and try in it too.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 19, 2021, 10:25:18 pm
Cookie, I find this little machine very handy as you don’t have to fiddle cutting circles from the pastry.  I recently made some Cauli cheese ones for GD.
Ordered 2 SS food warmers from Alyce and  some liquid smoke.  I add a few drops of this to the pea and ham soup.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 20, 2021, 06:46:58 am
Liquid ske sounds like a lot of fun.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 21, 2021, 10:54:06 am
Cookie, the liquid smoke is very nice.  I have never seen it for sale except on Alice’s shop.  It lasts for ages.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 24, 2021, 07:34:40 am
Got my SS warmers from Alyce today.  Think they will be handy when we have visitors.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 24, 2021, 07:58:22 pm
I get liquid smoke at Vic Market and find that you have to be very careful with it as it is very strong.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 24, 2021, 10:43:06 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 24, 2021, 07:58:22 pm
I get liquid smoke at Vic Market and find that you have to be very careful with it as it is very strong.
Marina, how true. I add 3 drops to a large SC of soup. Where do you buy it at the market?
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 25, 2021, 12:06:28 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on June 24, 2021, 10:43:06 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on June 24, 2021, 07:58:22 pm
I get liquid smoke at Vic Market and find that you have to be very careful with it as it is very strong.
Marina, how true. I add 3 drops to a large SC of soup. Where do you buy it at the market?
I'll try to remember to check tomorrow and let you know.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 25, 2021, 12:18:55 pm
I noticed my little Italian green grocer has liquid smoke.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 25, 2021, 09:59:45 pm
Yesterday I had a delivery  of an order of organic food from Melbourne. Hagensorganics.com. , if anyone is interested.  Expensive but both meat and veggies of exceptional quality. Very generous lot of winter , in season veggies and beautifully packaged. I feel very lucky that we can have home delivered such good stuff.
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Post by: cookie1 on June 26, 2021, 09:41:25 am
That is fantastic Chookie. When it is good quality it is worth it. This afternoon we went for a drive up to the Swan Valley. Third time this week. It’s not that far really. It was cold but lovely and sunny. We called into the House of Honey. https://www.thehouseofhoney.com.au/

We tasted some honey and ended up buying some Chai honey, Strawberry honey, Vanilla honey as well as some Parrot Bush honey, which was the purpose of the drive.

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Post by: K Atie on June 28, 2021, 02:26:25 pm
Chookie , I just spent ages looking at the Hagen organic sight , wow . So tempting. What did you get ? All looks so good .
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 28, 2021, 10:14:30 pm
DH gave me a gorgeous book yesterday, "In praise of veg" by Alice Zaslavsky.  It is fantastic - all the veges are listed by colour, which is different but easy to find things if you know their colour, if you only know their name you are saved by the index at the back, but seeing as I am pretty familiar with most of the usual veges I just find the appropriate coloured pages and there I go.  Loads of interesting information as well, much of which I did not know.  Many of the recipes sound delicious and I look forward to lots of experiments in my future!
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Post by: achookwoman on June 28, 2021, 10:49:52 pm
Marina, that book does sound interesting.
KAtie, I bought 2 value packs. One was the kids pack and the other was $120 but can’t remember what it was called as the have 3 packages. I took photos of the combines lot.
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Post by: achookwoman on June 28, 2021, 10:55:42 pm
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Post by: achookwoman on June 28, 2021, 10:56:16 pm
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Post by: achookwoman on June 28, 2021, 11:00:36 pm
There is actually more than appears in photo as there are 2 lots of several items but I stacked them on top of each other. The sausages looked strange but we had one each last night and they were delicious. Also the hamburgers we shared with the electrician on Saturday and again excellent.


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Post by: cookie1 on June 29, 2021, 08:57:27 am
It looks lovely and fresh Chookie.
Marina I have made a couple of things from that book. One was the vegetable slice and it was delicious. The other was a potato  thing but it didn't fall apart when it was cooked. I'm seriously thinking of buying it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on June 29, 2021, 07:00:32 pm
I will have to look those recipes up, Cookie ... which 'colour' was the vege slice?
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Post by: cookie1 on June 30, 2021, 07:47:59 am
It’s with the zucchini and is actually called Summer Slice-sorry.
I downloaded the ebook of it again so I can have a extra good look at it before buying it. (From the library)
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Post by: achookwoman on July 02, 2021, 12:37:06 am
I’m about to replace my Miele ovens.with newer Miele models.   What a headache. I fancy a combi steam oven, a microwave with oven features and a warming drawer. Any help would be appreciated.  DIL has been very helpful.  She has 2 identical steam ovens which she loves.  I need to work with the space that I have.  Even so will have to remove a drawer. Thanks
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Post by: cookie1 on July 02, 2021, 06:12:30 am
I love my Miele steam oven Chookie. It's a few years old now. The only thing I don't enjoy about it is having to descale the steam function very occasionally.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 03, 2021, 12:59:11 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 02, 2021, 06:12:30 am
I love my Miele steam oven Chookie. It's a few years old now. The only thing I don't enjoy about it is having to descale the steam function very occasionally.
Thanks for that Cookie. Is your oven plumbed in or do you fill the stream tray. ?
Yesterday I bought some canned Jackfruit. Marina, do you use this.  ?
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 03, 2021, 03:39:17 am
I think I tried jackfruit once, Chookie, a long time ago and it didn't do anything for me so haven't tried it again since.  I would be interested to hear what you think of it.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 03, 2021, 10:56:51 am
Oh hell, I bought 2 large tins.  Will see how I go.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 03, 2021, 12:38:42 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on July 03, 2021, 12:59:11 am
Quote from: cookie1 on July 02, 2021, 06:12:30 am
I love my Miele steam oven Chookie. It's a few years old now. The only thing I don't enjoy about it is having to descale the steam function very occasionally.
Thanks for that Cookie. Is your oven plumbed in or do you fill the stream tray. ?
Yesterday I bought some canned Jackfruit. Marina, do you use this.  ?

No mine isn’t plumbed in Chookie. When I use steam I have to put water in a jug, then pop a little steel suction thing into it and push ok. It sucks up the amount that is necessary and pumps it out as steam when required. I can do up to 4 bursts f steam
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Post by: achookwoman on July 04, 2021, 08:56:05 pm
Thanks Cookie.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 05, 2021, 07:36:45 am
This is the picture of the little steam thing that comes out Chookie. You pop a jug of water under it and it slurps up what it needs. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210705/1d9493af6adc8fd9a9856226b58d5d7a.jpg)
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Post by: achookwoman on July 05, 2021, 10:02:07 pm
Thanks Cookie, that explains a lot.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 06, 2021, 06:42:50 am
Today went to Harvey Norman and decided which ovens would best suit.  Have ordered a Steam Combi oven, a Speed oven, ( combined microwave and roasting oven, and a deep warming drawer( which can also be used for slow cooking. Have to wait till end of August. Price horrific. Equal to return Business Class tickets to Europe. ( pre Covid-19)  won’t be going anywhere so why not.
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Post by: judydawn on July 06, 2021, 07:55:51 am
For a cook who is rarely out of the kitchen, indeed why not Chookie. You go girl!
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Post by: cookie1 on July 06, 2021, 08:26:47 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 06, 2021, 06:42:50 am
Today went to Harvey Norman and decided which ovens would best suit.  Have ordered a Steam Combi oven, a Speed oven, ( combined microwave and roasting oven, and a deep warming drawer( which can also be used for slow cooking. Have to wait till end of August. Price horrific. Equal to return Business Class tickets to Europe. ( pre Covid-19)  won’t be going anywhere so why not.

Why shouldn't you Chookie? Enjoy it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 06, 2021, 07:18:37 pm
I agree, Chookie, go for it, you will get great enjoyment from it.
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Post by: achookwoman on July 06, 2021, 11:58:48 pm
Thanks Marina.  You will not believe this, but microwave stopped working last night.  Think it is doing a sulk.
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Post by: cookie1 on July 07, 2021, 08:40:25 am
Quote from: achookwoman on July 06, 2021, 11:58:48 pm
Thanks Marina.  You will not believe this, but microwave stopped working last night.  Think it is doing a sulk.

Love it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on July 07, 2021, 08:52:03 pm
Quote from: achookwoman on July 06, 2021, 11:58:48 pm
Thanks Marina.  You will not believe this, but microwave stopped working last night.  Think it is doing a sulk.
That made me laugh ... isn't that what they call 'serendipity'?
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Post by: achookwoman on July 08, 2021, 12:48:38 am
Marina, that correct. Fortunately we have a spare.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 23, 2021, 12:29:04 pm
I popped into Aldi when I did my grocery shopping. Hey presto they had the Roti Makers. I bought one and DH has had a play.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 23, 2021, 07:52:56 pm
I am back-tracking a bit here - Chookie, did you ever use that jackfruit?
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Post by: achookwoman on October 24, 2021, 07:49:45 am
Marina, I haven’t used it yet.  Glad it’s got a long useby date.  I actually saw a hamburger recipe today that looked ok.
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Post by: obbie on November 03, 2021, 03:48:58 am
looks good Cookie.
 :)

 Just thought I would let you know I have reduced my spatulas to $12 plus postage.   I use them every day in my thermies,
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Post by: obbie on November 05, 2021, 01:43:40 am
https://www.tupperware.com.au/products/micro-pressure-cooker 
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Post by: cookie1 on November 05, 2021, 11:24:23 am
Thanks Robyn. I imagine it would be very handy. I’m scared of pressure cookers- I’m a chicken.
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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2021, 03:09:18 am
Me too cookie. That’s because I opened Mum’s when I was a kid and the chicken soup with pearl barley went everywhere!  I was more worried about it being on the ceiling and walls than what went on me but I don’t remember being told off. 
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Post by: cookie1 on November 06, 2021, 12:22:29 pm
Mum had soup go over walls and ceilings a few times too Judy. She even burnt herself once. I’m happy to go without one. 😀😀
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Post by: judydawn on November 06, 2021, 01:12:18 pm
At this stage of my life I wouldn’t even consider one cookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 06, 2021, 07:58:21 pm
I also don’t want a pressure cooker of any sort.  I have more of a slow cook inclination. I have just spent the last 2 hours reading about fermentation.
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Post by: mab19 on November 06, 2021, 11:23:44 pm
I had a pressure cooker when the children were young and I was working and it always frightened me.  I brought it with me when we shifted and it is hiding in the back of a cupboard, I should get rid of it as I will never use it again.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 07, 2021, 07:35:13 pm
I am glad I am not the only one wary of pressure cookers.  I had one a long time ago and I was OK with it. I bought a new one several years ago and, like many of you, I am also too scared to use it, I just don't trust it for some reason.  I use the pot for cooking stews or soups, but don't put the lid on.
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Post by: obbie on November 08, 2021, 04:32:36 am
But they are so fast. I have the Nu Wave electric one, but this new one cooks start to finish in 30 minutes in the microwave.. Just love it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on November 08, 2021, 06:57:19 am
You are right about the speed at which they cook, Obbie, I especially liked them for cooking beans, etc., but I am, nonetheless, still wary, which is a shame, but that is the way of it.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 08, 2021, 11:20:36 am
My SIL cooks most of her stuff in hers. I’m just 🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓
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Post by: obbie on November 09, 2021, 05:35:01 am
Just thought I would pop this here. I have decided to sell my TM5 . If anyone is interested. All perfect working order, just decluttering my bench. I still have my TM6. :)
If anyone is interested. I just advertised it today.  send me a message.
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Post by: judydawn on November 30, 2021, 01:05:00 am
An early trip to Costco for goodies to make up 3 Christmas gift baskets, stopped on the way home to pick up a bottle of French Rose for one of them and I already had some small Cadbury items to add as well.  I was in early and out in 30 minutes, I do love buying all the things I cannot eat to give to others.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 30, 2021, 01:18:09 am
Wow ,Judy.  That lot will make great baskets.
I’m thinking of making some rolls of fridge biscuits for gifts. They are great to have in the freezer. I have just separated and frozen the Cosco lamb cutlets. 32 cutlets.
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Post by: cookie1 on November 30, 2021, 01:44:01 am
A fantastic haul Judy.
Chookie I love that idea. My SIL is having a shoulder replacement on 15th. They live about 45 minutes drive away but it is all through other suburbs. I could make a few of those each time I go out and my brother could bake them fresh biscuits. He can cook but it is basically grill and plain veggies. I said I would take them a casserole etc every couple of weeks. Their son lives quite close to them and DIL will be on holidays so I am sure they will help out. Is there a special recipe you use ?
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Post by: judydawn on November 30, 2021, 04:08:04 am
Home made gifts are great, I used to love making them for the nursing home November trading table. Unfortunately they haven’t been able to have one since Covid first struck, very strict rules in there now.  Great idea Chookie, even better than making up those jars with the layers of ingredients needed to bake cookies - these will be quicker and easier to slice and bake.
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Post by: mab19 on November 30, 2021, 04:08:30 am
Nice shopping Judy.  That will make up some nice gift baskets.

Cookie & Chookie, I have made these biscuits several times and everyone likes them.      Walnut Refrigerator biscuits  (https://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?action=search2)   Also the red & green shortbread from Thermomix  will work when rolled into logs and kept in the freezer.  Slice off what you need and cook as normal.
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Post by: judydawn on November 30, 2021, 04:10:57 am
Thanks Margaret, I take the easy way out these days.  Your suggestions to Chookie & cookie sound good to me.
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Post by: achookwoman on November 30, 2021, 08:25:08 pm
Cookie, the shortbread biscuits are very popular. You can add things like Almond slivers, small Choc chips to the mix. I use the AWW recipe that has cornflour in it. You can roll it into thinner rolls than specified.  These thaw more quickly and a good size to have with coffee or tea. I always keep a couple of rolls in the freezer.
Yesterday we visited the SPC bulk store.  They are like a mini Cosco, but no meat or veggies.  Every thing is much cheaper than the Supermarket. You can buy bulk or single items.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 01, 2021, 03:59:05 am
Thanks Mab and Chookie.A SPC bulk store sounds like my type of place. DD eats a lot of tiny fruits in her lunch and always has fruit on her cereal at breakfast. It has got so expensive. I needed a big tin of fruit this morning and it was $4.30.
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Post by: judydawn on December 01, 2021, 06:16:50 am
I’m finding tinned fruit is expensive too cookie, I find it easier to eat canned peaches than fresh (you can’t always rely on them ripening up nicely either), the pear in the soft packs is always too hard so I have to put them into a smoothie.  I just picked up 2 kg bananas for 79 cents a kg, when fully ripened I cut them up and freeze them for my breakfast smoothie but I can eat them as is.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 14, 2021, 08:03:10 pm
I usually give restaurants vouchers to a couple of friends but not sure that it is a good idea with COVID. Giving one Bunnings and the other a book voucher.
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Post by: judydawn on December 14, 2021, 09:34:12 pm
Everyone loves a Bunnings voucher Chookie, I used to only give them to the men but these days the ladies love receiving them too.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 15, 2021, 06:24:32 am
I have bought Bunnings vouchers for my brother, his wife and my newly wedded nephew and his wife. (they have a new home)
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Post by: achookwoman on December 15, 2021, 08:57:42 pm
Thanks for the comments about the vouchers. Feel more confident about giving the now.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 16, 2021, 06:58:29 am
I had a chuckle this morning. We had friends round and exchanged gifts. I had bought them Bunnings vouchers and L'Occitane hand lotion. She grabbed the Bunnings vouchers and gave him the hand lotion.
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Post by: judydawn on December 16, 2021, 08:20:08 am
Ha ha cookie, love it.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2021, 12:15:57 pm
Quote from: judydawn on December 16, 2021, 08:20:08 am
Ha ha cookie, love it.
I had a laugh also.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 16, 2021, 08:30:48 pm
Went shopping at Source in Ballarat. I do a big shop there bout every 6 months. I like to checkout anything new. This time I was fascinated by a savoury nut mix. It was absolutely delicious. You use if for nibbles or to sprinkle on salads. It has soy sauce and spices . Mainly Almonds and walnuts and I think cooked dried lentils. I’ll try making some. It is $60 a kilo so worth a bit of experimenting. The other new item was date and coconut squares. Easily made in TMX. A Very thin slice was enough. The sliced almonds are cheaper than in the supermarket packets. I use a lot in the Almond Crinkle Biscuits.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 17, 2021, 07:40:25 am
Good to check out the new products.  I will try to take a stroll down to our local one later next week.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 17, 2021, 11:58:49 am
I like the Source stores but I don’t go near our closest one very often. I should make the effort.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 17, 2021, 09:16:39 pm
Be very careful if you go to Source. Restraint is difficult. I go a bit wild and get small bags of lots of different things. Their thermal cups are exceptionally good.  When we picnic by the dam, Ral makes coffee in them to take with us. It keeps hot for ages.
Did a shop at Natures Cargo.   It is a mainly wholesale store but during the pandemic they allow retail customers to order stuff. Like all shopping, you need to know the prices.
I get all my Laucke flour from them. They carry a lot of locally produced goods so buying from them supports local jobs.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 22, 2021, 08:08:04 pm
Went a bit wild at the Good Guys.  Bought a Dyson stick vacuum, Dyson Air filter for bedroom and Bissell carpet cleaner. That should do for a while.
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Post by: judydawn on December 22, 2021, 09:57:04 pm
We usually go a bit crazy with our spending after long spells at home Chookie, happy cleaning!
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Post by: cookie1 on December 23, 2021, 05:51:12 am
I love my Dyson and I've heard good things about the Bissel too.
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Post by: K Atie on December 23, 2021, 09:09:06 am
Love our Dyson stick vacuum so easy to use everyday . Dyson air filter might look into that is it a cooler as well? . I keep reading about the Bissel carpet cleaner . Well done Xmas presents for you .
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Post by: achookwoman on December 24, 2021, 07:47:45 pm
K Atie, there is a new Dyson air filter out which tells you what is in the air , very sophisticated and expensive. We bought the next lower level. It only filters. The top Dyson Hand stick vacuum also tells you what you are capturing.
We haven’t used he Bissell carpet cleaner yet but family lining up to borrow it.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 03, 2022, 08:36:32 pm
Yesterday we finally got to use the Bissell carpet cleaner. absolutely amazing.  Rather heavy and makes a lot of noise. I spot sprayed bad spots with home made Spray and Wipe. It will pay for its self in 3 clears.  Family and friends also want to use it.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 03, 2022, 08:39:44 pm
Sounds like a good buy, Chookie.  Paying for itself in three cleans is a fantastic ROI (return on investment, as they say in the retail industry)
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 14, 2022, 06:22:58 pm
DH wants to buy a sodastream.  Has anyone got one?  Any thoughts / comments on them? I suspect the are all much the same, but always interesting to get others' feed-back
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Post by: achookwoman on February 14, 2022, 11:34:19 pm
Marina, we have had a soda stream for years and years. Love it.  There has been a bit of a problem within the last couple of years in that they changed the shape of the bottles.  The new bottles don’t fit the old machine.  You are supposed to change the bottles every couple of years. We are going to buy a complete new outfit. They are not expensive. Several places have them on special.  We don’t use any of the flavours that they offer, full of sugar.
The gas bottle lasts well. Easy to replace, about $20. Big W and beer making shop have them.
Might take a couple of goes to learn how much gas to put into the water. Just keep pressing the button until it burps.
Certainly recommend it. Would prefer glass bottles not plastic.
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Post by: K Atie on February 15, 2022, 11:07:07 am
We got one a few years ago and love it have two gas bottles and easy to replace as you can even change them over in the supermarket. We got a few bottles and half size which are great too. Like Chookie don’t use the syrups ever , we may use cordial occasionally. Piece of lemon in the glass after . So easy . Over summer we fill the bottles up and keep in the fridge then when go to use it it’s pre chilled to zap. Saves money and storage.
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Post by: cookie1 on February 15, 2022, 11:14:09 am
We've also had a soda stream for years. We just make soda water too. Sometimes add lemon or lime. DD has iceblocks made from fruit teas to flavour hers. It costs $19 to swap the old cylinder for as new one at Coles or Woolies.
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Post by: Cuilidh on February 15, 2022, 01:33:40 pm
Thanks for the comments and ideas / tips everyone.  I guess I know what I am going to be buying this weekend!
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 31, 2022, 11:37:53 pm
I found a lovely lemon and ginger syrup recipe for the sodastream so made that.  Very sweet so will make another batch with less sugar.

I went to the Garden and Flower show yesterday.  As usual, it was overwhelming and I only got to see a fraction during the 2 hours I was there, but despite the huge temptations, I did manage to keep my purchases to a few things ... none of them flowers or plants, though, just a mossie repellent candle and a 'vacuum' window cleaner.  Ral had mentioned that he and Chookie had one of these on one of my visits to them and I had always kept my eye open to buy one so, what was I to do when I saw one demonstrated at the show, I just had no choice, I paid the lovely lady and walked away with one.  I am looking forward to trying it at home as we have so many windows there the window washing is always a pet hate and I am hoping this will make the chore more manageable.  Ral ... it is a different make to yours, but hopefully will work just as well.

I was sorely tempted by a swinging chair (one that you hang from the rafters or a VERY STRONG ceiling anchor point).  Incredibly comfortable but I resisted.
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Post by: judydawn on April 01, 2022, 04:02:39 am
I love coming across an item that’s on my want list, it usually is somewhere we are not expecting to find it and we just have to have it. I hope it lives up to your expectations.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 01, 2022, 01:11:46 pm
The flower/gardening show sounds wonderful Marina. As does the vacuum window cleaner. You showed lots of restraint.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 02, 2022, 07:36:34 am
Looks like my week for shopping this week. Bought a 200 lt chest freezer, something I had been wanting for years but never seemed to get around to it, but when we got an instrument in with woodworm it became a necessity as freezing the instrument will kill the worm, so the workshop got part of the freezer and I got part of it as well ... as they say, a win win for everyone.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 02, 2022, 09:13:49 am
Frozen woodworm for dinner. 🤢🤢🤢🤢
A chest freezer is of no use to me as I can’t reach the bottom. 😀😀😀😀😀
We used to take one to Monkey Mia years ago and take prepared food up with us. It was much smaller though.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 02, 2022, 10:25:38 pm
Yumm .. all that extra protein :o Yuck!!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 03, 2022, 09:29:56 pm
Marina, we had one of those chairs 53 years ago. How I know the date is that we used it to put DD in as a baby. It would move gently and she would sleep and we would get some peace.
I haven’t done any grocery shopping for 2 weeks, except for fresh milk.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 01, 2023, 06:54:44 pm
Finally succumbed to temptation and purchased an air fryer.  Just a relatively cheap one to see how it goes initially.  So far I have unpacked it and am desperate to use it, but that will wait until the weekend.  In the interim I will be reading all the air fryer comments and recipes.
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Post by: judydawn on March 01, 2023, 10:27:10 pm
I hope you love it Marina.
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Post by: mab19 on March 02, 2023, 04:08:12 am
Marina, like Judy I love mine too.  They are so handy, I use mine for chips & roast veg, small roasts, potato bake, heating pies etc but there are many other uses for it at well.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 02, 2023, 05:50:34 am
I'm another person who loves their AF., So useful, especially when there are only a couple of you.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 02, 2023, 07:14:40 pm
Marina, you will love it. I bought one for my SIL for helping me . He loved it so much that he bought his mum one.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 03, 2023, 07:48:32 am
Quote from: achookwoman on March 02, 2023, 07:14:40 pm
Marina, you will love it. I bought one for my SIL for helping me . He loved it so much that he bought his mum one.

Thats lovely Chookie. Many years ago a new shop, The Good Guys, opened near us.They had Panasonic bread makers out for about $100 as a special. DH rushed up and bought us a new one and one for his Mum. Then I decided my Mum needed one too. My brother then decided he needed one too.
They wondered what he was up too.
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2023, 09:51:05 am
This morning I decided I wanted to change my bedroom linen to blue so off to Spotlight I went. One thing leads to another with these colour changes so it meant a new throw, pillow, only 1 cushion as I couldn’t find many that went with the quilt cover and of course then towels for the ensuite.  The quilt cover is reversible, white with blue flowers one side and a dark blue with white flowers on the other side so I now have a summer and winter all in one cover. Will keep my eye out for more scatter cushions to suit.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 04, 2023, 05:48:08 pm
It looks beautiful, Judy - nothing like a change of linens to brighten up your room.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 04, 2023, 09:11:49 pm
Judy , that is lovely. Nothing like a change of bed linen. Love the colours.
Yesterday went to Melbourne for what turned out for a spoil Mum day. Loved it. Visited GD , at her shared apartment .
Headed for Lygon St, had lunch and did the shops. Bought 2 cookbooks. Probably shouldn’t. But what the hell. Bought books for kids next door and a book and lovely baby clothes for the kids of the Dr who looked after RAL.
Didn’t make it to Cosco. DIL said she would take me another time.
Stopped at fruit and veggie shop on the way home and stocked up on fresh stuff.
Nice way to feel exhausted.
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Post by: judydawn on March 04, 2023, 11:19:56 pm
Thanks Marina and Chookie.  Your day out in Melbourne sounds like the old days when you used to book into a hotel for a few days to enjoy your capital city Chookie. What a great way to spoil Mum, well done DD.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 05, 2023, 05:02:36 am
I agree with Judy, Chookie, what a lovely day you had in the city.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 05, 2023, 11:32:41 am
Spoil Mum day sounds lovely. I’m glad you enjoyed it Chookie.

Judy your bedroom looks lovely. Well done.
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Post by: judydawn on March 05, 2023, 12:28:12 pm
Thanks cookie.
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Post by: mab19 on March 06, 2023, 04:46:06 am
Judy your bedroom looks very nice, I love the new linen.

Chookie, it sounds like you had a lovely time in Melbourne.  Well  done to your DD for organizing it.
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Post by: judydawn on March 06, 2023, 06:20:54 am
Thank you Margaret.
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Post by: K Atie on March 07, 2023, 06:07:32 am
What a great day in Melbourne Chookie .
Judy a bedroom refresh makes a great change .
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Post by: mab19 on September 21, 2023, 06:47:29 am
I bought a new Bosch front load washing machine today.  My old Maytag top loader is 28 years old and hasn't been working as it should so I decided it was time for a new machine. 
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Post by: judydawn on September 21, 2023, 08:15:34 am
That’s a magnificent run from your old machine Margaret, it deserves retirement.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 21, 2023, 12:47:19 pm
Gosh 28 years is a long time. Maytag certainly deserve their good name.
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Post by: K Atie on September 21, 2023, 01:49:27 pm
Margret that’s so good and now anew adventure with front loader . Maytag last for ever .
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Post by: achookwoman on September 22, 2023, 11:57:38 am
Mab, enjoy your new machine. Good run from old one.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 14, 2023, 08:10:44 pm
The local service station has a IGA and a take away hot food section. One of the most population take away item are large round Jaffles. The machines are commercial. They make 4 at a time. I’m tempted but have resisted. However Woolies have large fill triangular shaped ones on special. I bought one. The interesting thing is that a slice of bread from  the small loaf made in the bread machine fits perfectly. I hate the edges that you have to trim when you use a large loaf. And yes, I do have a place for in on my appliance shelf.
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Post by: judydawn on October 15, 2023, 05:45:05 am
Sounds good Chookie, I’ll be interesting to see what type of fillings you use.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 15, 2023, 09:24:30 am
It sounds very handy Chookie.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 15, 2023, 08:57:32 pm
I’m thinking of trying different casings . Maybe mountain bread or similar in the Jaffle machine. Judy fillings , no problem. Almost anything.
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Post by: cookie1 on March 16, 2024, 11:12:14 am
Our AF gave up on Thursday night. So today I bought a new one. I got a Philips again. Some of them are very large and multi purpose. We’d be lost without it as we use it several times a week.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 16, 2024, 08:26:03 pm

Cookie, I use my AF at least once a day. I cooked chicken wings in it last week. Cooked beautifully crisp. Put a dessert spoon of arrowroot flour with a pinch of baking powder and salt and pepper into a paper bag. Added wings and gave it all a good shake.
I love how the basket fits in the dish washer.
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Post by: K Atie on March 24, 2024, 08:51:20 am
I brought the new Vac seal wand and two small glass containers and a larger one . On sale at The Mix Shop. They came very quickly . So i tried them out with Raspberries!! Gosh it’s like air has been pumped into them . Today I put some strawberries into the larger one , will check them tomorrow. They are vacuum sealed ,it’s very easy . Even taught DH how to use it .
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Post by: cookie1 on March 24, 2024, 12:44:58 pm
I bought them a while ago.  I used the smaller one for berries and found it amazing. They stay lovely for a couple of weeks.
I saw a brilliant idea on Facebook several weeks ago for storing strawberries. It was to store them in a jar. They kept lovely and fresh for a while.
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Post by: achookwoman on March 25, 2024, 07:07:38 pm
I’m getting rid of all my plastic containers and switching to glass. I have 2 vacuum sealers but haven’t used either since shifting.
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Post by: Cuilidh on March 26, 2024, 02:24:31 pm
I have started pulling away from plastic containers as well.  I purchased some of the "flat stack" silicone containers and they are fantastic as they collapse very flat for storage and the lids are colour co-ordinated with the base so always easy to match everything up. However, some of them retain the silicone taste so I am starting to pull back from them unfortunately as I was hoping to have all my containers neat and tidy in my drawer.  Very disappointed.  I also have quite a few glass containers that I am now starting to use once again.
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Post by: K Atie on March 27, 2024, 12:00:08 pm
These are heavy glass containers and yes take up a lot of room in the fridge . But a great idea .
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Post by: achookwoman on March 28, 2024, 07:57:41 am
I bought 2 sets of glass containers with colour matched lids from Aldi. Very easy to clip lock.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 13, 2024, 11:01:38 am
Just bought a new laptop computer and it's taking a bit of getting used to.  So many ads, driving me mad so I have got to suss out a decent app to get rid of them ... or at least cut them down before I go completely batty!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 13, 2024, 09:49:09 pm
Marina, enjoy your new computer.
Had a shopping day in Lygon Street and Melbourne.
Bought 2 cook books, ( more on these later ), a large block of Parmesan cheese and a packet of small Italian Biscuits. They are jam. filled. I’ll copy these. A pair of long socks that are imitation sheep wool lined. They are for the winter when you are reading.
In DJ ‘s , 2 tops, a Le Creuset baking sheet and a Le Creuset 12 hole square  cake pan. A dramatic table cloth with large bunches of grapes to cover the glass table. Some Makeup.
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Post by: K Atie on April 14, 2024, 05:16:55 am
What fun Chookie . Love to see the Le Creuset things .
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 14, 2024, 08:38:36 am
Chookie, that pair of long socks that are imitation sheep wool lined sound like just the thing I will be needing whilst I am recuperating.  Can you recall where you got them from?
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Post by: achookwoman on April 14, 2024, 10:01:27 pm
Quote from: Cuilidh on April 14, 2024, 08:38:36 am
Chookie, that pair of long socks that are imitation sheep wool lined sound like just the thing I will be needing whilst I am recuperating.  Can you recall where you got them from?
Readings in Lygon Street, Marina. Also bought a cloth bag for storing bread.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 15, 2024, 01:36:46 pm
It sounds like wonderful shopping Chookie.
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Post by: mab19 on April 16, 2024, 05:59:21 am
A nice day shopping Chookie
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Post by: cookie1 on April 16, 2024, 08:43:07 am
I keep buying cookbooks. I just enjoy reading them. However this one has lots of very easy, delicious recipes.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 16, 2024, 09:47:31 pm
Cookie, wish you didn’t put that one up. Still I don’t feel so guilty buying cook books with recipes I will make as a main meal in a decent restaurant can easily cost the same as a cook book.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2024, 11:47:41 am
So true Chookie.
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Post by: K Atie on April 17, 2024, 12:25:20 pm
Well I brought DD an electric blanket to keep her warm over winter . Today I managed to finely purchase a few nice bras , now I’m fussy and never find a good one , hopefully these will do a better job. Socks and shampoo .
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Post by: achookwoman on April 18, 2024, 12:06:44 am
The 2 books I bought were, I’ll bring dessert by Benjamin Ebuehi.    And Winter Wellness by Rachel De Thample. The first one has lots of sweet cakes and biscuits. I’ve had to cut the sugar in 1/2 in those I’ve made. The second one uses healthy ingredients and is quite imaginative.
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Post by: obbie on April 21, 2024, 12:09:12 am
Hello :)
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Post by: cookie1 on April 21, 2024, 12:02:21 pm
Hi . How are things in your part of Australia?
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Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2024, 08:38:20 am
Only Seafood Pizza for lunch.
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Post by: achookwoman on April 22, 2024, 08:48:18 pm
I’ve managed to keep away from the supermarket for a week.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 24, 2024, 08:48:01 am
I recently bought this food mixer and chopper https://www.en.cuisamix.com/products/mixix?fbclid=IwAR3UEYaeS7D0S3vMGanGdTua1_fW6vgJl9ARLiT6FyVRL-DGJAJydnwabDk_aem_AeEUf1oEFaFZD3k6W5KQ0X94TBEC3gBkL6k7b_PzkAzycLBauT_KipMe5EWbzszMubUZJdYj66OTdPGF1QSLoCZp&utm_campaign=23858054690810291&utm_content=23858054877710291&utm_id=23858054690810291&utm_medium=paid&utm_term=23858054830260291&variant=47236076798297 for my TMX. The first time I used it, to make pesto, I wasn't impressed and tossed it into the cupboard.  Then one day I was chopping garlic and onion and thought I would try it on that and it worked really well, so it has come out of the depths of my cupboard and onto my TMX where it should have been all the time!  Not expensive and when I got mine, it was two for one.

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Post by: achookwoman on April 24, 2024, 10:38:13 am
Marina, interesting. My DIL gave me one. I find chopping on 3 or 4 does the same, that is doesn’t move up the bowl.  Maybe I should try again.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 24, 2024, 07:26:20 pm
Isn't it funny how different techniques can be so very different and change between us all - I found chopping onions/garlic at 3 or 4 (even for only 1-2 seconds) tended to leave me with a very wet mix and this cover worked really well for me.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 07, 2024, 12:24:20 pm
I succumbed and bought a microwave toastie thing today.
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Post by: judydawn on September 07, 2024, 12:29:53 pm
It will be interesting to see how this goes cookie, not that I need one but I did think of buying one for the grandkids.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 07, 2024, 08:50:17 pm
Interesting Cookie, let us know how it goes. I’ve been using the AF.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 14, 2024, 12:38:34 pm
I ordered a GPS tracker to go in the motorhome. We now have to decide where to hide it. It notifies us if it is moved (hopefully we remember to unlock its boundaries when we drive off).
If it’s stolen it will help get it back - hopefully. A bit too expensive to lose.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 14, 2024, 09:53:30 pm
That is a good idea Cookie. I don’t think I’ll be doing much shopping today. It is 1 degree but feels like -4. Showers on and off.
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Post by: cookie1 on September 15, 2024, 08:31:49 am
Brrrrr‼️🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶
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Post by: achookwoman on September 15, 2024, 09:12:55 pm
The cold weather didn’t completely curtail my shopping. I managed 3 new cooking books, several offset silicone spatulas, ( good for AF ). A ceramic butter dish. A Pineapple Sage plant and 2 Hellebore plants. One a lovely deep purple and the other delicate cream with pink edges. Lots of new foodie ideas. I hadn’t been back to Kyneton for 10 years, the change was amazing.
Title: THE SHOPPING THREAD :-)
Post by: cookie1 on September 17, 2024, 03:16:18 am
Wonderful shopping Chookie. What cook books did you buy? I’ve sort of run amuck a bit lately. These are my latest purchases.
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Post by: achookwoman on September 20, 2024, 03:39:02 am
Cookie, the 3 books I bought are, Ottolengi Comfort, The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook and Countrystyle, Seasons. 
Your books look interesting. I think you could probably write a Bread one.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 24, 2024, 08:33:42 pm
I don’t need another cooking appliance but I just had to have a mini waffle iron. I see Cookie has one. Works amazing well. Used recipe on the box it came in . Made 8 waffles . Cooked in 7 minutes.
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Post by: cookie1 on October 25, 2024, 02:16:15 pm
I love it Chookie. It seems so much easier than pulling the big one out.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 25, 2024, 09:55:17 pm
Cookie, think I will get my GD one. I use the large ice cream scoop for the batter. Perfect.
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Post by: Cuilidh on October 27, 2024, 06:40:36 am


Waffle irons were mentioned a week or so ago and I gave it some thought, but held back from making a purchase. However, I could be seriously tempted by a mini waffle iron - what make / model is it please.  Ta
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Post by: cookie1 on October 27, 2024, 07:14:27 am
I got mine in KMart Marina. It was $15 I think. Actually DD bought it for me.
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Post by: achookwoman on October 27, 2024, 06:26:39 pm
My little Waffle iron is bright pink and was bought at Harris Scarfe, $18. I’m surprised at how well it cooks as I have had several large ones and not all good. I think Amazon also sell them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on December 18, 2024, 05:44:09 pm
Purchased a copy of Ellen Babauskis / Alyce Alexandra's 'Thermo Plant Based' book.  I have so many books it's nuts, but I specifically wanted this one as it is locally written therefore the ingredients are pretty local and hopefully easily obtainable, as well.  Looking forward to some inspiration over the Christmas break.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 18, 2024, 07:15:39 pm
Opps, bought Tony Tan’s new cook book. Has some unusual Asian type recipes. Also a puzzle book. Agatha Christie puzzle book. 100 different mind teasing puzzles. Thought I’d do one a day. Collins Book shop in Ballarat is pretty good.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 19, 2024, 11:30:59 am
Lovely shopping.
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Post by: achookwoman on December 24, 2024, 07:21:40 pm
A book on Fermenting jumped into my hand as I was looking around.
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Post by: cookie1 on December 26, 2024, 07:51:15 am
A lot of books seem to do that Chookie.  I seem to have a similar problem. 😀😀😀😀
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Post by: judydawn on January 17, 2025, 06:34:39 am
Today I bought a K’A’RCHER window vac, not cheap so it had better be good. Waiting for a cooler day to try it out. Can’t post a picture as somehow I’ve lost the ability to be able to reduce the size of my pictures these days.
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Post by: achookwoman on January 17, 2025, 08:12:36 pm
Judy, we have one also. I think you will find it’s good.
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Post by: judydawn on January 17, 2025, 10:19:00 pm
I hope so Chookie. Had no idea how to follow the instructions to put it together but I treated it like a jigsaw puzzle and if a part fitted then that’s where it must go! Not a good idea to start this process at 10 pm though.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 18, 2025, 07:15:37 pm
After seeing Chookie's  K’A’RCHER cleaner several years ago I also bought a similar one.  They are very good - I still need to wipe the window edges at the end, but they do a good job and are fast.  Hope you manage to fit the bits and pieces of yours together successfully, Judy!
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2025, 02:55:40 am
Yes it worked well Marina, still time consuming but the finish is 100% better than any of my  attempts to wash them before, I did add 2 additional steps that were not in the directions though. I  read the reviews and some said they still ended up with streaks so I decided I’d squirt each panel down with the hose to get rid of any dust before using the cleaning bit, obviously the outsides only. I just squirted the insides with a water bottle sprayer. After using the window vac on the clean window I followed it up with a glass cleaning cloth and they were perfect. It was a hot day here so I could only do the windows out the back under the pergola as the sun doesn’t hit them.
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Post by: Cuilidh on January 19, 2025, 05:29:28 am
Had to buy a new pair of shoes today.  I am continuing to have trouble with the foot which had the operation last May - the podiatrist who works with my surgeon is pretty sure it is a bursar problem and, although the (EXPENSIVE) Hoka shoes I bought a year or so ago are good, they are not supporting the part of my foot that needs help - so off to Athlete's Foot and another pair of Hoka shoes.  Fingers crossed that this will work out.  If this doesn't help I think I will have to - reluctantly - concede to getting a cortisone injection before we go away later in the year. 
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Post by: achookwoman on January 19, 2025, 08:13:47 am
That bad luck Marina. Hope they can find something suitable.
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Post by: cookie1 on January 19, 2025, 09:23:07 am
Marina that isn't good at all.
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Post by: judydawn on January 19, 2025, 11:27:39 am
Hope the new shoes are OK Marina but I’d certainly have that cortisone injection if you need it, you want to enjoy your holiday.
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Post by: judydawn on April 16, 2025, 12:20:06 pm
Bought myself a Westinghouse instant boiling water dispenser today, we had one very similar in our Singapore hotel room and I loved it.  Then I decided to order a Puratap system to be installed as well.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 16, 2025, 01:05:19 pm
It sounds handy Judy. I’ll have to look it up.
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Post by: Cuilidh on April 16, 2025, 07:29:02 pm
Finally picked up our wardrobe from Ikea - it has been a long and involved process for some unknown reason, but all taken care of now.  DH was having a great time blasting around finding all the necessary components in the pick up area - I think I may have created a monster by letting him loose in there!
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Post by: achookwoman on April 16, 2025, 10:32:01 pm
Go for it Judy. I’ve installed a water filter in each house we have had.
Marina, sounds like fun.
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Post by: cookie1 on April 17, 2025, 09:00:39 am
He obviously didn’t get lost Marina. 😀😀😀😀