What are your socks made of?

The kind and colour of the socks you wear reflect your personality.

Cotton socks

- wearers like a simple life ; are eco friendly; easy going; has expensive tastes; eats fruit and veg. visits National Heritage sites; walks alot; reads loads

Man-made fibres

- like a bargain; have a sense of humour; loose more socks than other wears; likes socialising and going out with friends; watches football matches and sports in general.

Woollen

- wearers live in a colder environment; probably has poor circulation; eats sweets and crisps; drinks beer; prefers a quiet life - sitting in front of the telly of an evening.

Be sure to return when I will be describing what colours you wear affect your life/choices/kind of day you will have.

8 ways to enjoy the RAIN

The following are ideas to make the most when it rains.

1. Put containers outside to gather water
2. Make a bird bath
3. Wash your car
4. Use water to flush toilets
5. Watch the rain fall
6. Go for a walk - rain is good for your complexion
7. Wash your dog
8. Hang out the washing - clothes will smell refreshed.
   
   

Making a tea cosy from odd socks

To make a tea cosy using odd socks you will first need a tea pot. Make certain there is no tea in it when you are using it.

• Next gather your odd socks together.


• Place them up and down the tea pot so that you can work out how many socks you will need. Use colourful or unusual socks.


• Once you have gathered the socks together stitch them from side to side.


• These will form a barrel of odd socks.


• Next place the barrel over the teapot to see where gaps for the handle, spout and tea pot top.


• Then stitch the socks accordingly.


• Do this until the tea pot is covered.

The great thing about this pattern is that it doesn't look perfect - it is practical and usable - saving you a fortune.

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The best ways to get served - your guide to being a successful customer

The following are ways to ensure that you get served when you go into shops:

Smile at the assistant
Remember to say please
Treat the assistant like a member of the human race
Don't be demanding
Don't be patronising
Take your time, there is no need to rush
Leave your anger at home
Don't be abusive - language or actions
Treat assistants as though they have some intelligence
Don't be rude
Remember shop assistants have a life too!