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. 

A Room of Your Own

 Hello fellow Thrifties!

While I was sitting in my little room this morning I was thinking about how important it is for girls (regardless of our age) to have a room of their own. It doesn't matter if you don't sew, cross-stitch, quilt or do other crafty stuff. We need a place to call our own. I know we have the house and we have designed, decorated and made it wonderful. 

But there's just something about having a little a space that's yours. We know the men have the garage or the bonus room. But what about us? Do we have place to go, light a good candle, grab a book and read? It can simply be a favorite chair in the corner of the bedroom with a basket full of our favorite books or magazines. It could be a space in the spare bedroom where our special stuff is all together. Or it could be a whole room, painted your favorite color with all your pictures and quotes on a bulletin board. 

The whole point is as women we give, go and do for everybody up and down the road but what about us? Are we taking care of ourself? Are we able to go to a special place and have a cup of afternoon coffee and unwind? 

While I am blessed with an entire room right now for three years we had people living with us and I had to move all my "room" stuff into the corner of our bedroom and into the closet. Oh my word! Talk about cramped! But nevertheless less it all worked out and I was still able to have a coffee, read a magazine or sew to my hearts' content. So don't let space be the excuse for not having your little nest. You would be surprised how may women have turned a closet into a space for themselves. Room is room when we decide that's where we are going to nestled down. 

This can be a thrifty thing or you can go all out and break the bank for your room. It doesn't matter just do it. Do it for your mental, physical and emotional health. You will be so glad you did! 

Have a wonderful rest of the week. Remember to keep your "Thrifty" on!!