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*ginni of the lamp*
Games for a Christmas Fayre-make me look good!
*ginni of the lamp*, 4 November, 2008 at 21:55

We need some new ideas for games for our school Christmas fayre - we have things like throwing as many beanbags as possible into rudoph's mouth in x seconds, bagatelle, that kind of thing. So...if you...

Duncan, 4 hours ago 4 9,737
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More than one image on Hitched wedding website
Alaina, 1 September, 2024 at 10:51

Hi I'm editing my website on Hitched and every time I change the photo on a page it changes it on every page. Is there a way to have a different photo on each page? Tried it on every page but it's the...

Liam, 11 hours ago 5 55 1
John
Managing Chronic Pain While Planning My Wedding: Any Tips?
John, 16 November, 2024 at 10:53

Hi everyone, I’m currently planning my wedding, but I’ve been dealing with chronic pain that’s been making it hard to focus on all the details. I’m trying to balance my health with wedding...

Duncan, yesterday at 22:15 2 17
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With the right support you can recover your coins
Edvin, 7 March, 2024 at 16:03

Hi, about a week ago my ETH was transferred to a wallet address I do not recognize. I never did this nor do I approve the transaction. I feel like I have been hacked/phished. I was able to trace this...

Martin, yesterday at 18:41 97 1,095 8
Miranda
i am a bridesmaid at my bestfriend’s wedding and my fiancé has been invited only to evening celebration
Miranda, 21 February, 2025 at 19:49

I was asked to be a bridesmaid at my one of my closest friend’s wedding and I have only been told a week after accepting, that my fiancé has been invited only to the evening celebration. I was...

Akash, yesterday at 11:04 8 107
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Terraced houses, loft conversions and velux windows?
KJB, 27 May, 2008 at 09:17

I have seen an absolutely gorgeous house which I think would buy in a heart beat if it weren't a terrace and didn't have velux windows in the main bedroom (loft conversion). Actually, it's all...

Walter, yesterday at 10:10 13 6,783
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Those who study from home...
NickyNooNaa, 23 September, 2008 at 17:02

How on earth do you keep motivated and actually do the work? Did you make a timetable or set yourself time aside? I'm struggling! I was planning on ditching my course and put it down to bad experience...

Berton, yesterday at 08:10 6 876
Panjita
Hen Party Games
Panjita, 3 May, 2012 at 09:08

It's my mates Hen this weekend and I am struggling to think of games to play. We will be out and about in Brum so it can't be anything too 'active' if you see what I mean? Just something funny like Mr...

Benn, yesterday at 07:02 31 9,341 1
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Cleaning bathrooms - dust
LittlePeanut, 21 August, 2009 at 10:36

HGMD!! (Hitched get me domesticated) How do you deal with dust and stuff that always ends up in the bathroom? I find when I'm trying to clean I end up with little bits in the cloth / sponge that then...

Carlisle, wednesday 26-Mar-25 25 5,148
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My question is
Liliah, 9 November, 2024 at 17:18

Has anyone who'd have a restaurant called cleaver and wake I'm hoping to celebrate my 28th birthday at that particular location I'm just not sure if the food is any good I would like your opinions it...

Abbas, wednesday 26-Mar-25 9 102 1
Koshka
Profiteroles-stuck
Koshka, 30 June, 2008 at 10:11

I was nominated by my brother to cook profiteroles for a family meal today. We're meeting and I think/feel trying to impress his new girlfriend. I followed the Gorden Ramsey recipe, placing them on...

Bailey, wednesday 26-Mar-25 42 2,516
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Terminally ill mum - wedding not booked yet
Melissa, 17 March, 2025 at 13:00

My mum is terminally ill and has been in hospital for the past 5 weeks and it’s not looking like she will get out. I really don’t want to get married without her so I was wondering if there are...

Evgenii, wednesday 26-Mar-25 5 42
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Early menopause????
amee, 10 July, 2009 at 15:13

Has anyone any advice they can give about the implications of the above? Heard from the doc today that my blood tests results have shown that I'm in early menopause. Have to go in on Monday to discuss...

Sue, monday 24-Mar-25 8 2,086
Gryfon
Can dogs have the rinds off cheese?
Gryfon, 15 April, 2008 at 21:43

Eating some Comte cheese and I was thinking about giving the dog the rind if she wants it but don't want to if it's harmful. Anyone know? ?

Beardpet, monday 24-Mar-25 13 15,285
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Starting up in business
Tina, 11 July, 2024 at 07:59

HI all, bit of a weird one, but how do people feel about the wedding dress industry - is it thriving or just ticking along. I'm in two minds as to where to start up a second hand / preloved dress shop...

Alberto, sunday 23-Mar-25 14 380
allymc
Jingle bells, Batman smells, Robin............????
allymc, 6 December, 2008 at 18:53

I was singing this version to our 7 month old yesterday and as far as I'm concerned Robin flew away. H looked at me as if I was demented and said it's 'Robin laid an egg!' I'd never heard of Robin...

Dental, saturday 22-Mar-25 46 43,357 1
baublegirl
Bathroom cleaning - with what/how often/what makes it easier etc (boring, sorry)
baublegirl, 8 April, 2009 at 15:13

OK - have just thoroughly cleaned our bathrooms, and that was a grim job. I feel like I don't really know the best way to keep on top of things (years of shared bathrooms where we emplyed a cleaner...

Ronald, friday 21-Mar-25 22 3,099
Stephisaur
IKEA Duvets anyone?
Stephisaur, 15 June, 2016 at 12:29

Hi All I was just wondering whether anybody had bought a Duvet from IKEA? Long story short, our Bed broke (ahem) and we've ordered a new one. However, we've ordered a 160cm x 200cm bed (slightly...

Lucas, friday 21-Mar-25 8 2,582
Sare
Bellini..where can I get the peach bit?
Sare, 15 May, 2008 at 20:54

I'm going to a friend's house for a "Cocktail Sleepover" tommorrow and I said I'd make Bellini's. I have Prosecco but I know the proper version is made with white peach puree, which I can't get hold...

Lucas, friday 21-Mar-25 21 27,250
Ostrich
Writing a reference for a childminder. Can anyone help?
Ostrich, 23 July, 2008 at 21:43

I've posted this on BT too but I know there are some fabulous letter writers on OT, so thought it'd be worth posting here too. Daniel had his last day at the childminder's today and it was so sad. I...

Duncan, wednesday 19-Mar-25 7 55,578
decibelle
Raaaaaaaarrrrrrr!!!!! Pushy estate agent!
decibelle, 24 July, 2008 at 10:49

H and I viewed a house on Tuesday. It looked lovely inside on the internet (show home, almost, if you like that kind of thing) but when we saw it in reality, it was quickly clear that the work was...

Lacasatour, tuesday 18-Mar-25 24 2,561
James
Newlywed Couples - What are Some Good Conversation Starters?
James, 17 March, 2025 at 14:58

Hey everyone! 👋 I’m looking for some creative and meaningful conversation starters for newly married couples who might still be getting to know each other. Sometimes, it feels tough to know what to...

James, monday 17-Mar-25 17
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Tomato bread (bread maker) recipes?
londonbride, 13 April, 2008 at 10:56

Does anyone have a recipe I can use for tomato bread in a breadmaker. Just any one would be good im having trouble finding one! We have a Kenwood breadmaker but no recipes! Thanks

Aidan, sunday 16-Mar-25 4 254
Doughnut
Masters degree people - failing assignments
Doughnut, 12 July, 2009 at 13:13

I've looked at the marking scheme and I'm not going to pass the assignment I'm submitting today. Studying at home/ online is harder than I ever imagined and I find it very hard to learn without...

Daniel, saturday 15-Mar-25 28 6,933
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Wedding dress shopping
El, 2 February, 2025 at 22:04

Since the engagement, I found out my mum wanted to go dress shopping with me and my sister only. She even said in front of my fiancée “your mum has her own daughter she can go dress shopping with”,...

Duncan, wednesday 12-Mar-25 6 92 1
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
Cold sore/cold help
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown, 30 July, 2013 at 15:20

I have become prone to cold sores (maybe two or three a year). I only ever get them after a cold (although not with every cold). They appear in exactly the same spot, under my nose, in a tender area -...

Daniella, wednesday 12-Mar-25 17 2,230
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How do i change the design of my wedding website?
Clare, 11 July, 2024 at 11:21

I picked a design thinking I could change the colour scheme of the flowers but I can't, and now I can't see a way to change the design or start from scratch at all, can anyone help?

Brucebanner, wednesday 12-Mar-25 4 127
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We’re to start
Daniel, 16 February, 2025 at 10:33

Hi everyone so we decided to say enough is enough it’s time settle down only down fall is none of us are the wisest and have no clue we’re to start and how much it’s going to cost ect

Sharna, tuesday 11-Mar-25 5 73 1
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Perfume for women
Alextay, 1 November, 2024 at 11:24

Hi everyone! I’m searching for recommendations for the best perfume for women that smells amazing and lasts all day. I need something that feels feminine, elegant, and not too overpowering—maybe with...

Jane, tuesday 11-Mar-25 26 549 1
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Not a happy bunny! charging £5 to post on Digital Spy forums.
bobbly1, 17 May, 2008 at 00:08

I went to register on the Digital Spy forums, and was waiting for my account to be verified so I could post when I was advised I would have to pay a one off £5 registration fee for the priveledge of...

Brucebanner, monday 10-Mar-25 3 1,145
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Free wedding witness
Lily, 24 June, 2022 at 23:36

I know wedding season is here, so I thought I’d offer myself as free witness for anyone in London (North, West or Central areas) who are looking for a wedding witness. I’m just starting in in event...

George, monday 10-Mar-25 6 171
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Window repair in an old house
Olivia, 27 September, 2023 at 08:36

Hi all! My parents gave me a wedding gift. This is our family house in a small cozy town. This is a great place. My grandfather built this house and my husband and I want to live there. but first we...

Mustafa, monday 10-Mar-25 19 394

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