23 Jan

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No new clothes challenge--Thrifty Threads 365
Thrifty Threads 365 {a full year of no new clothes, only thrift shopping!} is almost a month in and so far, so great! I haven't had the urge to hit up any department stores. Though I'm shopping secondhand, I view the clothes as being "new" to me, so I don't feel like I'm missing out.
However, I did get a slight itch when I visited Loehmann's on Monday. If you hadn't heard, the store is closing all locations so they're having an everything must go sale {most items are 40 percent off, but I'd wait a few weeks until prices are discounted ever further}.
Last week I showed you how I scored more than $200 worth of clothes for just $9.96 {check out my latest thrift store haul}, but I really love when you guys show me your style {hence the collage above!}. You've been using the #ThriftyThreads365 hashtag so we can all keep track of everyone's progress. And this month, I was really impressed with one Thrifty Threads 365 participant's styling skills.

15 Jan

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Decorating on a Dime: Make Dollar Store Pieces Chic

The days of dollar stores and affordable shops like Family Dollar only selling cheap trinkets and paper products are long gone. Now you can find reputable beauty products, decorate your house and even buy groceries…all for the low, low!On a recent trip to Family Dollar, I stumbled across this cute, $22 drawer organizer. I knew it would be perfect to contain my accessories that are scattered all over the place. The fact that it has a cappuccino finish is definitely a plus because it creates a chic, modern feel. Although it came with six pull out bins, I decided to switch it up a little bit to create a one of a kind look that's functional and unique to my style.

13 Jan

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DIY tool kit essentials

Calling all aspiring DIYers! Are you ready to amp up your home decor game while on a budget, but stuck on where to start and what materials you'll need?Join the club! I had zero experience or equipment when I was inspired to do my first project. I was so excited to get started only to find out as a DIY newbie that I didn't have all the right tools for the job.  Bummer!The good news? Most DIY projects require the same set of tools. I've slowly accumulated each tool and now I'm ready to go whenever I get the creative itch. And you can too!I've done the first step for you by compiling a starter DIY tool kit. Get these items and you'll be prepared whenever inspiration strikes!

09 Jan

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Thrifty Threads 365 is a fashion challenge where I will only thrift shop for an entire year. I’ll show you how it’s easy and wallet friendly to satisfy your style needs with secondhand finds. For full details {plus how you can get involved} check the original post here. 

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We're a week in to the Thrifty Threads 365 challenge and it's off to an amazing start. Last week I showed you my outfit post {less than $20 for a head to toe look} and this week it's all about how to survive the challenge, because let's face it, giving up new clothes for a full year can be kinda tough.
This is my third time doing Thrifty Threads 365, so here are a few tips and tricks to keep your sanity while giving up clothes for an extended period of time.
Check out the short video below for 3 tips to survive Thrifty Threads 365. Yup, I made a video {finally!}.

07 Jan

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decorate your cubicle, nice office space

If you’ve ever worked a regular 9-5 in an office, then you understand how spending all day in a bland cubicle can make you go crazy! And the same can go for any home office space.Most people like to personalize their space by showcasing family photos, but often times those pictures end up taped to cabinets or propped against the computer monitors, while knick knacks are randomly placed amongst endless piles of papers.Just because work can be boring doesn’t mean your workspace has to be! Here are some simple and affordable ways to give your cubicle or home office a major upgrade.