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5 things we've learnt from Gransnet
To celebrate our 5th birthday <hurrah!>, we put together a few of our favourite pieces of practical wisdom users have imparted on the forums over the years. From bed-making shortcuts to microwave swede, Gransnet - and gransnetters - are a mine of information. After all, it's not just for grandparenting, you know...
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1. Microwave swede (yes, really)
"I tried this and it works beautifully! I feared a swede explosion but no, just a delicious result."
Feeling the need for swede? Don't let the hassle of cooking it put you off. Elrel has got you covered with this fantastic microwave hack.
2. Hassle-free bed-making
"Pardon me, but that is b****y marvelous!"
Tired of getting lost inside your duvet cover every time you shake out some fresh linen? This ingenious trick discovered by grannyactivist could save you a lot of trouble and time.
3. Going grey stylishly
"Start with a really good haircut that will accommodate the silver growth. I don't think you'll have any regrets."
Whether you cut it short or let it grow, ditch the dye and embrace the transition to grey hair with our tips on how to make the transition. Grey is the new black, don't you know?
4. Ingenious cleaning shortcuts
"Pour in a can of Coca Cola and leave it for a few minutes. Result? Sparkly clean."
From getting rid of stubborn burnt-on saucepan marks, to banishing coffee and tea stains from the carpet, these cunning tips will cut your housework in half - leaving more time for the important things in life...like tea, and box sets.
5. Finding the perfect pair of jeans
"Denim is a natural fibre and will always relax. If you aren't wiggling into your jeans then they're too big. If it zips, it fits!"
With so many different styles to choose from, hunting down that perfect pair of jeans can feel like an impossible task. Fortunately, Paolo Casseb from the Denim Studio at Selfridges was on hand to give some top notch advice. That perfect pair of jeans is finally within reach.
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