Don't Pass up a Bow!

Hello Thrifties!

I hope everyone is staying dry this morning. It's been a while since I last posted. Life has a way of getting in the way of things you plan to do. But here's a post that may give you some ideas.

Bows. We put them on presents and we tie our shoes with them. We use them to help us accentuate bouquets and other decorations. Today I want to show you how bows can change things up. Maybe even add a little whimsy.

The first picture is a wreath with a bow I bought from the Goodwill "dump". They were separate but I thought maybe they would work together. The second picture has a candy corn bow I got at a yard sale yesterday for $1.00. So really either bow would work well for this fall wreath. 

This morning as I looked in the storage closet I saw that old washboard. My in-laws were downsizing and I swooped in on that oldie. It seemed like maybe that orange bow would spruce it up and I could add it to the fall porch stuff. Sure enough there was already a little hole at the top of it that I was able to run the wire through to attach it. The fall porch decorations are finished...I think! LOL!

Sometimes you have to be brave and take a chance stepping out of the box. Really who says it's not a good idea? Who is going to be enjoying it? We are and as we look at that old washboard we will think of all the people who did their laundry on it. Good Grief! May I never complain about having to put clothes in a washing machine again!! LOL!

The take away from this post is... don't pass up a good bow. You just never know where or when you will be able to use it. Y'all stay thrifty and enjoy your day!

Bargains for Celebrating America

 Good morning to everyone!

As Mr. Rogers says it's a wonderful day in the neighborhood. While we have just finished celebrating the 4th of July there is still some time left to grab a bargain to use for Labor Day and all the other America holidays next year. 

Thrifty Honey found a pallet at his work they were throwing out that someone had painted like an American flag. Of course he knew this Thirty Sissy would want it. The best bargain yet... free. So we put it up in the back yard by our one tree so we can be reminded how blessed we are to live in the wonderful country. 

Yesterday I hustled over to Hobby Lobby to search through their sale shelves for America holiday items. Oh, yes 75% off. I was dancing in the aisle. I spent $21.95 and got $81.87 total of cute things to decorate with. Yay!!!

Oh, you maybe thinking I don't want to get any 4th of July things because it's over. But hopefully the 4th of July will never be over in American and it will be celebrated every year. So why not take minute and be on ready for next year plus we still have Labor day to celebrate this year. We can use them for Memorial day next year too. So this sale was really a three fold blessing. 

I don't know how much will be left by the time this blogpost goes out but hurry on over to Hobby Lobby and get some cute things for your table and counters. You all have a wonderful day and rest of the week. Remember to stay 'Thrifty" while you shop!!

Do You Need Some Cord Control?

 Hey there Thrifty Folks!

I hope you are enjoying this spring weather because you know the hot summer days will be here before you know it. Spring is a time of celebration. Everything is blooming and showing off all there colors. Plus the rain is making it all grow really fast. But onto today's topic...Cord Control.

How many times do the cords get in the way when you are trying to store the appliance they are connected to? How many cords are too long and stay waded up on the counter? Well, somebody had a marvelous idea to handle cords that are out of control. 3M Command has solved the cord issue. These are the same people who invented the hooks you can stick anywhere and then remove when you don't need them any more. 

I saw these little jewels on an Instagram video. I was so impressed with the possibility of having all the cords on the kitchen counter contained I asked Thrifty Honey to order them a.s.a.p. We don't have a lot of counter space so every little bit matters. He ordered them from Amazon and they came in a package of 6 for $9.99. I know it's not my most thrifty purchase but given the relief from the cord mess it was a real bargain. 

Well, I hope you all enjoy this beautiful day and your weekend. Stay "Thrifty" and have some fun too.