A question about : The No-nonsense,Nifty November NSD Challenge!
So,November is almost upon us.How on earth did that happen?! 
It's a difficult time of year;there are many of us now (or shortly) going out to work in the dark,and leaving work in the dark.I would personally like to hibernate for the next few months.The sale of comfort food is set to sky-rocket...
What we need is good company (welcome to all nsders,old and new!),good food (did you hear that Igor.Hint,hint...),and few hot toddies to boot those nasty winter germs high into the stratosphere,although we might have to make do with some hot pilchard margharitas kept over from our last shindig. 
Oh,and the odd nsd,just to keep our spirits up.
For those of you who are new to the challenge,we are a happy (and some might say mildly insane) bunch doing battle with those retailers - and there’s plenty of temptation out there at the moment. We are seriously committed to saving money, but nobody said it can't be done with a smile on your face - so we organise riotous nights out and gatecrash any function going - all without leaving the comfort of our own imaginations or armchairs!
On a slightly more serious note, we are here to help each other avoid spending for the number of days we feel we can manage to try to take back some control over our hard-earned money. What you class as a spend' is entirely your choice; some people will try to shop on the days DD/SO etc are paid, whilst others will not include essentials such as rent. Have a look for a post from our sponsor (and godmother of this challenge) BigMummaF, this contains some guidelines and ideas for starting you off on the challenge.
It’s amazing how inventive you get when you’re determined NOT to spend - from weird menu ingredients to surprising DIY solutions - but you know what? 99% of the time those wacky ideas work.
Just remember that mentioning the F word (f-a-i-l!) is not allowed,and anyone who does will have a swift visit from Shawn the Shark! 
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Best answers:
- Some helpful suggestions and ideas to follow below from our sponsor and godmother, BigMummaF
NO SPEND CHALLENGE. - Here are the super prizes lined up for all you intrepid nsd chasers!
1st target
2nd target
3rd target
4th target
Target exceeded
Consolation prize
As you can see,the fireworks theme is pretty strong,to celebrate Bonfire Night.Igor,hand over that box of matches immediately!!! - Post your target and I'll add you to the list!
marmiterulesok 10/10 achieved! 2nd target 15/15 achieved!
Aphidgirl 12/12 2nd target 15/15 achieved!
Nargleblast 16/16 achieved!
Learning2Budget 15/15 achieved!
butterfly2507 10/10 achieved! 2nd target 15/15 achieved! 3rd target 19/20
zenshi 15/15 achieved! Target exceeded18/15 achieved!
Knit Witch 10/10 achieved! 2nd target15/15 achieved! 3rd target 20/20 achieved! 4th target 25/25 achieved! Target exceeded 26/25achieved!
Pink_Giraffe 2/10
hotspur_pam 3/15
Sundaysgirl 11/15
black cat 15/15 achieved! 2nd target 18/18
October Starter 1/10
Munchin 10/10 achieved!
Suziebabe 6/12
buller89 1/15
Penguins86 10/10 achieved! Target exceeded 12/10
slowlyfading 16/18
gothrockchic1 12/12 achieved! Target exceeded 13/12
bizzybee 15/15 achieved! 2nd target20/20 achieved! Target exceeded 21/20 achieved!
t2rry 9/10
donna dynamo15/15 achieved! 2nd target 19/22
Candlewick 14/14
savingdad 4/15
Ratison 10/10 achieved! Target exceeded 12/10
IrishRose12 18/20
jaxsmar 17/12 Target exceeded 17/12
kerri gt 9/12
Aloofdragon 0/17
fedupandskint 25/25 Target exceeded 26/25
Nintud 4/10
Buffythedebtslayer 1/10
lindor 12/12 Target exceeded 13/12
kathy40uk 16/18
redlaces 10/10
tatabubbly3/12
DeafLeopard 3/10
iloveshopping93 10/10 achieved! 2nd target 11/12
Skinnylatte 8/15
samiszel 15/15
mobo1980 3/15
ott09 2/10
kermit2601 11/15
jodles16 6/6 achieved! 2nd target 8/8 Target exceeded! 9/8
scotmumof3 8/8 achieved!
Target exceeded9/8
NewbieJosh 2/12
Saver-upper 7/10
grassgirl 2/11
BigMummaF 5/7 - This post is for anyone who wants to do the 'in a row' nsd challenge.The prize is some lovely poppies.
marmiterulesok 4
Aphidgirl 4
Learning2Budget 5
Knit Witch 6 achieved!
Pink_Giraffe 4
black cat 4 achieved! 5 achieved!
October Starter 4
Munchin 4
Suziebabe 3 achieved!
Penguins86 4
gothrockchic1 4 achieved!
Candlewick 4 achieved!
saving dad 5
Ratison 3 achieved! 4 achieved!
DeafLeopard 3
redlaces4achieved! - Thanks for the new challenge marmite. After a spendy October I want to rein it in a bit in November so I'll go for a target of:
12 NSDs
and also 4 in a row please - And we're off the starting blocks, ready to sign up for November's challenge! Put me down for a daring 16 (that's 16, if you haven't got your specs on) NSDs!
- 15 nsd please and 5 in a row. Getting bolder this month, na not really just less money. Lol. L2B.x
- I'm going for another 10 NSD in November
- I used to do these last year when I was first starting out, then I fell off the wagon
But I'm back with a vengeance and ready to roll....trying for an easy start of 15 please - My usual starter of 10 and 4 in a row please Marmite!
- This is my very first one! I'm going to try for 10 NSDs and 4 in a row please
- Haven't done this challenge for a loooong time but will attempt 15 NSDs for Novemeber
- Count me in please marmite - I'll start off with 15
- October was really motivating!
Please put me down for 15 NSD and 4 in a row.
Thank you, Marmite! - Hello
Put me down for 10 NSDs this month and 4 in a row!
October xx - Get the kettle on, Igor, we have some new people coming to play at Ennessdee Towers! And no, they don't want any of your rock cakes. And definitely not the ferret and chutney sandwiches.
- Hi all
I'm back again and would also like to try for 10 NSDs and 4 in a row. - Hello ! Count me in please! My target is for 12 NSDs this month please, and a 3-in-a-row
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