Hello Mrs Mozzman! Yes you can put liquids into your checked in bags and no its not a dumb questions!
Yes and no - Mrs Mozzman, check out the latest BAA regulations regarding liquids in carryons...
http://www.baa.co.uk/
Travelling with liquids
We strongly advise you to pack any liquids that you dont need whilst onboard the aircraft in your hold baggage. However, if you do need to travel with liquids, please be aware of the following restrictions which apply to all liquids you wish to carry through an airport security checkpoint:
- All liquids must be in individual containers not greater than 100ml capacity. They must be placed in one transparent re-sealable transparent bag, no larger than 20cm x 20cm (8" x 8") in size, and fit comfortably inside the bag so it can be fastened closed
- Only one bag per passenger is allowed. The bag must be clear and re-sealable, such as ziplock bags or bags with pressable seals. Larger bags or bags that are not sealable, such as fold-over sandwich bags are not allowed
- Each passenger must remove their clear plastic bag from their hand baggage and place it in on the conveyor belt for X-ray screening
Liquids in containers of more than 100ml capacity can be packed in your hold baggage
- Exemptions to the liquids rule applies for liquid medicine or baby milk/food 'Need more help?