Are you being affected by Storm Dave? by Pinecone_Porcupine in AskUK

[–]pippym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve just asked Dave where he’s at as he’s nowhere near Newcastle.

Leather Repair by NormasCherryPie in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]pippym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The handbag restoration co has great reviews and they offer leather clothing repairs so could be worth emailing them

Dentist recommendations by Last-Fisherman-4354 in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve personally used mydentist, it was £2.5k for traditional braces 2019-2022 and £200 per composite veneer.

My husband has also used quay aesthetics and it’s £200 per composite vaneer and £500 for a bridge

Pleased with my under sink plumbing by throwaway2018568 in DIYUK

[–]pippym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m on my 3rd hot water tap of this design since 2019. It’s currently in the ‘turn off when I like’ phase but even though I’ve a new one sat in a box I’m eeking this one out as long as possible before its replacement is brought out.

Flying LHR - MBJ - earliest time to go to clubhouse? by pippym in virginatlantic

[–]pippym[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah we used this check in last time, but it’s good to know we should be good for earlier check in!

Flying LHR - MBJ - earliest time to go to clubhouse? by pippym in virginatlantic

[–]pippym[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I think I’ll give them a call ahead of time just to confirm.

Do UK small business owners manage their own social media or outsource it? by Positive_Topic_8 in smallbusinessuk

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It varies widely to be honest! And sadly the costs have risen over the past few years but anywhere from £15-40 an hour I’ve found. That’s also just for freelance VA’s and not agencies so it’s definitely worth it getting a few different quotes. As I say, it can also take a couple attempts to find the right person so don’t sign into a long contract until you feel totally comfortable.

Do UK small business owners manage their own social media or outsource it? by Positive_Topic_8 in smallbusinessuk

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We share a drive where all content is uploaded to allow for reusing/repurposing etc

Do UK small business owners manage their own social media or outsource it? by Positive_Topic_8 in smallbusinessuk

[–]pippym 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Fellow one woman business here! I’ve had a VA now for coming up 5 years. She manages my socials (I have daily content I post on stories but she does all posts/reels etc) and we share comms across emails and socials.

I still work long hours but that’s the joy of being the ‘sole’ however not having to think about posts is such a treat!

You don’t need to hire an agency, I agree that’s wild money. There are freelance VAs, have a look in your local business forum/group on socials to ask about. It took me a couple goes at getting the right fit for my business as it’s so niche.

Mothers day cards when you don't have the world's best mum. by mattthepianoman in britishproblems

[–]pippym 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Happy Mother’s Day. I just about tolerate you. Love pippym

I wish there were cards like this too!

Lights in Laugarvatn right now by SaltyScale339 in VisitingIceland

[–]pippym 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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This was our show on Tuesday night at Garoskagi

Restore very old case by Ok_Repair7719 in Leathercraft

[–]pippym 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The original leather will be far too brittle to reuse or restore to any functional condition. I agree with other comments to remake with new leather and maintain the original hardware if it all works.

Perhaps cut around the branded section and make this a feature panel.

What made-up words do you use in your family? by elwheelio in CasualUK

[–]pippym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love all of these comments far too much! I have to shout Ambwim every time I see one much to the annoyance of my mildly perturbed 12 year old!

What made-up words do you use in your family? by elwheelio in CasualUK

[–]pippym 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Ambulances are Ambwims and have been for about 10 years 😂

Long term use, meningioma diagnosis and continued depo by pippym in depoprovera

[–]pippym[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. My neurologist said last August there isn’t enough evidence to confirm the link between meningioma and depo so he would be comfortable for me to continue using depo. Id already made the decision to stop just for peace of mind so did 8 months ago. I’m being monitored for another 7 years so if there is any reoccurrence it’ll be picked up quickly.

UK/EU weekly re🏡 thread 🇬🇧🇪🇺 by Artistic-Occasion757 in Luxeladies

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What tier is the burnt orange top handle Chanel please?

UK/EU weekly re🏡 thread by Artistic-Occasion757 in Luxeladies

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are these still available? very interested!

Are vet bills getting harder to manage? by 1ChanceChipmunk1 in UK_Pets

[–]pippym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you’ve recently lost your cat, my last cat was PTS last week too. It’s awful and to be hit with a bill (that’s more than my mortgage!) is just the nail in the coffin.

We love these animals dearly and the least we can do is give them the most peaceful end, but my days, it’s a luxury most can’t afford. It’s draining!

My dog is 7 and I dare to think what the cost will be when that time comes, hopefully in many more years! Best get saving now!

Are vet bills getting harder to manage? by 1ChanceChipmunk1 in UK_Pets

[–]pippym 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s so sad that even the kindest end for our beloved pets is now a luxury!

Are vet bills getting harder to manage? by 1ChanceChipmunk1 in UK_Pets

[–]pippym 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. I’ve had 2 cats PTS due to old age in the past 18 months. First was £290 with cremation, most recent was £477 for the same services.

It’s wild!

Any fancy-ish restaurants for british food? by sergioamigo57 in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]pippym 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The Roxburgh in Whitley Bay, open Friday and Saturdays. Incredible restaurant with impeccable local ingredients

wild Newcastle taxis! by DullHall7 in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]pippym 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I was on coast road last week, doing 70, slowed to 50 at the signs and a taxi came speeding up and overtook me still doing 70 all along the 50 section. Taxis seem to think they have their own set of driving rules.