Shopping Black Friday...Without Leaving Your House!

In a few days, the day known as the biggest shopping day of the year will descend upon us in a frenzy. When my kids were younger, I would set my alarm clock and make this annual pilgrimage to stretch my shopping money and get the best presents on their Christmas lists. Now, we are all a little older...

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Searching for Superheroes!

Greetings Friends! It is no secret that my heart has been captured by my one and only Ginger Grand. He is a big fan of superheroes right now and I have been planning his Christmas gift for some time--a superhero quilt. GG is very sensory and often describes things as...

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Friday's Find: Vintage Ornaments

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! We are less than a week from Thanksgiving and I have Christmas decorations on my mind. Today's find couldn't be more perfect--vintage ornaments! Every lovely sphere is a sweet reminder of Christmases past. These divine decorations can be high dollar at...

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Vintage Luggage Repurposed

Greetings Friends! Can you tell I am quite smitten with Vintage luggage?! I have discovered some amazing deals on these gems from yesteryears, including a pair of these 1940s Samsonites repurposed as end tables. The legs were already attached when I scored these for 50% off....

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Crock Pot Herbed Baked Potato Soup

Hello Friends! I love making soup in my crock pot especially this time of year. Baked potato soup is one of my favorites especially when fresh herbs are added! ...

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Friday's Find: Pewter Chargers

Greetings fellow thrifters! Today's find is this set of Vintage pewter charger plates. I had long admired these at a local thrift store, but it wasn't until they were marked 75% off that the price was right! I am hoping to feature them in my next holiday tablescape but they...

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Autumn Garden

Greetings Friends! Like Emily Bronte, I am awed by the vibrant hues of the season. From one day to the next, more leaves have turned and danced their way to the ground. Before long, all the trees will be bare and more plants will become dormant for the upcoming winter months. Even...

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Friday's Find: A Pair of Vintage Pyrex Charm Bowls

Thank God it's thrifty Friday! Today's feature reminds me of my grandmother, Mo-maw. When I was a little girl and she had a surprise for me, my curiosity would get the best of me and I would quiz her for clues. She would respond by asking if I really wanted to know what it was,...

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A Gift Well Chosen

Hello, Friends! Believe it or not, on rare occasions, I am inspired to post about something other than thrifting. Drum roll...this will be one of those posts! It is a blustery November day here and it finally feels like Fall--I love this time of year. The holidays will soon...

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Handmade Gifts: Packaging Dried Herbs

Greetings Friends! This tin of organic oregano is packaged for my Etsy shop. I am in the process of preparing others for personal use and the rest for holiday gift giving. Secret Garden organic dried herbs packaged in magnetic tins...

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Friday's Find: Talking Turkey!

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Last weekend my Mom was here visiting. As we were browsing some local antique shops, I pointed out a Vintage turkey platter I admired, similar to one my friend has displayed. Vintage dishes are my weakness and as I am partial to transfer ware, I couldn't help...

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