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WelshTotty
Beauty Without Cruelty cosmetics stockists
WelshTotty, 15 May, 2008 at 10:05

I have a fantastic BWC lippy - colour Sugar Plum. Its a great colour, kind of orangey copper and it stays on well and it creamy. Ive not seen anywhere around that stocks BWC in a shop and Im running...

Joseph, thursday 6-Feb-25 976
Mal
Is Freecycle/Gumtree my only option?
Mal, 26 February, 2009 at 10:14

I nee to get rid of my 2 sofas but they don't have fire labels attached, so none of the charities are willing to take them. I have read of bad experiences on Freecycle and Gumtree when it comes to...

Raleighkozey, thursday 6-Feb-25 4 1,939
S
Milling Barn Hertfordshire, Accommodation
Sarah, 26 January, 2025 at 09:09

Has anyone got married or stayed as a guest at Milling Barn, Throcking recently? I am concerned about the onsite accommodation as read some bad reviews, but there are never any photos. Some recent...

Allan, wednesday 5-Feb-25 1 13
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Wedding Renovation Ideas for Our Home!
Rcciviloz, 2 January, 2025 at 06:41

Hi everyone, We recently got married (yay!) and are finally settling into our home. After all the wedding chaos, we’ve realized that our house could use some serious renovations to make it more...

Hannele, monday 3-Feb-25 4 53
KJX
Legal OPINION - Deputyship / Appointeeship + tenancy agreements
KJX, 26 September, 2008 at 22:10

Apologies for using Hitched as a legal sounding board, but it is a matter of personal interest as well as something I am dealing with at work (I will do a shameless bounce during daytimes - sorry but...

Dasila, saturday 1-Feb-25 11 2,362
NeoShoegal
SEO's
NeoShoegal, 3 April, 2008 at 16:01

I often get emails for Search Engine Optimisation. Today I got one that actually claims to already have had a look at my site "I came across www.everaftervideos.co.uk today while looking for a website...

Hannele, friday 31-Jan-25 4 224
J
Resize stock photo
Jay, 14 January, 2024 at 20:47

Does anyone have any ideas to resize the photo for your website on here? Each time I've done it, it's just zooms right in. Nightmare

Becky, friday 31-Jan-25 4 240
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Is it safe to travel Italy?
HappyRedStationery5420, 19 June, 2020 at 09:15

Is it safe to travel to Italy in next 2 months as I wish to spend some good time before Summer ends

Edward, thursday 30-Jan-25 6 524
jaz
Recommend your sucky in pants...
jaz, 2 February, 2009 at 10:07

After much searching and help from lovely hitchers I found a dress I love but unfortunately fear I need some suck shorts or pants things for my thighs/tummy (I'm going to try and buy a size up in the...

Adam, wednesday 29-Jan-25 9 3,186
A
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...

Huzaifa, wednesday 29-Jan-25 4 49 1
HatTrick
Favourite perfume/aftershave?
HatTrick, 24 February, 2012 at 15:52

After my favourite joop being dissed in the chav thread I thought I'd ask this... I think all of my fragrances are going to be chavtastic. Perfume: *Vera Wang - Princess *Ed Hardy *Kenzo Flowers And...

Huzaifa, wednesday 29-Jan-25 26 1,864
sherry
Did you go off the 'rails' as a child/teenager?
sherry, 5 December, 2008 at 10:12

Ok, I shouldn't be watching Jeremy Kyle as he winds me up but im feeding baby Sherry and the control is across the room. He has said ''doesn't everyone go off the rails'' meaning all teenagers. I...

Waqas, tuesday 28-Jan-25 74 4,729
Enjayee
Anyone get insomnia?
Enjayee, 13 January, 2013 at 06:40

I have woken up three times this week, all before 5am. To be fair, the two mugs of strong coffee I had at 9pm last night have not helped me at all with last night's sleep but the other two times I...

Ramilia, monday 27-Jan-25 16 1,231
C
Opening mail that is addressed to someone else and the law.
choicey, 27 February, 2009 at 22:36

Does anyone know the law regarding the above? Long story short, I keep receiving mail for someone who used to live at this address. I was advised by bailiffs not to return to sender as this is never...

Allison, friday 24-Jan-25 23 88,748
Rod
Fashion help - Leather Trews
Rod, 12 November, 2013 at 11:04

Hi all. I went out Saturday and wore black leather trousers with a cream camisole and black blazer and killer heels. It looked good together - but I am now not sure what else I can wear the leather...

Jimmy, thursday 23-Jan-25 23 3,148
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...

Jaimee, wednesday 22-Jan-25 41 2,513
Little Madam
Denby dining set
Little Madam, 22 March, 2011 at 13:46

Anyone ever had one? Is it worth the investment? Random pondering - but I think I need one!!

Ava, wednesday 22-Jan-25 14 1,119
spacecadet_99
Is my cat really THAT big?!
spacecadet_99, 28 April, 2009 at 18:21

Been to the vet to collect some prescription food for the cat. Was chatting to the girl on reception about various things and there was a GORGEOUS black lab puppy - I mentioned that my cat was...

Berton, tuesday 21-Jan-25 21 5,284
Rosencrantz
Dog people - 'stones' you put in female dog's water bowls...
Rosencrantz, 8 March, 2009 at 21:47

Ok, sorry for the very random title but I can't think of a better way of wording it. I'm looking for information on where to get the stones, crystals or powders you put in female dogs water bowls...

Ostin, tuesday 21-Jan-25 14 12,163
Gemma
Advice- Best Friends unable to attend my wedding
Gemma, 15 January, 2025 at 13:59

I got engaged in September last year it was the most amazing day of my life- anybody that knows me it’s a day I have waited for all my life, through the ups and downs over the years through ex...

Gemma, tuesday 21-Jan-25 3 65
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aita moh edition
Ellie, 3 May, 2023 at 00:12

Hi all I’m in need of some advice here, I’m getting married next year and we have just starting planning. My best friend, who I have known for 16 years, is meant to be my MOH. Recently MOH met her...

Ftizpatrick, monday 20-Jan-25 7 356
KJX
Camping + IBS - can it be done?
KJX, 4 August, 2008 at 22:47

MrKJX is very keen that the family try camping for next years holiday. I suffer from IBS and am worried. Does anyone here with IBS go camping - can it be done? Any tips (that don'y involve a cork) ...

The, saturday 18-Jan-25 4 1,535
Hugo Brambles
How much room do you give when driving round a parked car?
Hugo Brambles, 27 August, 2009 at 09:49

OH always tells me off that I'm too close whenever I drive past a parked car. I do squeeze past I suppose partly as I have a tiny car, I'm on the road all day but mostly because I judge there to be...

Mukul, friday 17-Jan-25 9 3,354
Emsy Truff
Regional Words and their meaning
Emsy Truff, 23 September, 2008 at 15:09

This morning I was giving directions to a colleague and she was most confused when I told her to "take the third exit at the island and then turn left when you get to the outdoor" she didn;t know what...

Waqas, wednesday 15-Jan-25 101 9,947
ATB
Do you have a dress code/uniform for work?
ATB, 6 September, 2011 at 15:40

When working part time in a department store and supermarket as a student I wore a uniform, in my "grown up" full time jobs I've either been required to wear business dress or worked in a no dress...

Waleed, tuesday 14-Jan-25 136 9,127
Storky
Clothes and jobs and stuff...
Storky, 13 February, 2013 at 10:15

Ladies and the Funkstah, thank you very much for your vibes! You rock! Exciting new challenge secured for me, as of the beginning of March, but it does mean I need to do some serious shopping. Where's...

Waleed, tuesday 14-Jan-25 34 3,265
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Will long-term usage of computer cause cross-eyed?
Beatrice108, 14 June, 2012 at 09:07

I am a graphic design. Everyday I spend long hours staring into the computer screen. Now after many months, my eyes are starting to feel strained easily and it feels 'tighten'. I do not have...

Waleed, monday 13-Jan-25 3 955
Naboo
Any one a bit medical or good with burns??? help please
Naboo, 5 May, 2011 at 12:08

Bit of an odd request but I had a bit of a candle accident and burnt my face, its healing but the skin is still red and a bit dry so hard to cover, does anyone have any tips on thins to help...

Amelia_Moore, sunday 12-Jan-25 4 7,291
Katchoo
Herbal remedies - useful or quackery?
Katchoo, 21 April, 2009 at 11:14

I'm just interested in opinions really. I've never really been paid much attention to alternative medicines, but recently I've had problems with stress and high blood pressure, and was really unhappy...

Madison, saturday 11-Jan-25 19 2,224
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80's Hen do costume help *flash*
, 23 February, 2014 at 16:41

I was thinking of a Madonna bride style but the costumes are a bit too skimpy for me. So I'm thinking a longer tule tutu skirt with lace 3/4 length lace Leggins, lace gloves, big bow on the top of my...

Waleed, wednesday 8-Jan-25 22 2,128
Elixia
Random Tax Code Change?
Elixia, 20 August, 2014 at 11:14

Just looked at my payslip and I've been taxed an extra £7 for the fortnight, I looked at the tax code and its changed since my last one last fortnight. I've heard nothing from HMRC and work doesn't...

Ronald, saturday 4-Jan-25 10 2,310
Vee Tee
Asthma sufferers/steroids
Vee Tee, 28 March, 2012 at 17:58

Does anyone suffer from quite bad asthma? My Oh does, and the poor lad was wheezing so badly at work yesterday that he had to call the doctor and make an appt with the asthma nurse for that day and...

Mukul, friday 3-Jan-25 25 3,917

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