#12MonthsofThrifting Challenge: Clutch Bags

Oh clutch bags, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I’m pretty sure clutch bags were one of the very first things I thrifted when I was in middle school. I really had no business thrifting a clutch at that age since I never had anywhere to wear them. What was even in my purse at 14? …

Fall De-cluttering

Welcome fall! Time to open the windows, let the cool air in, and why not de-clutter a couple spaces! Kids are getting settled into their routines, you are packing away those shorts & sandals and perhaps hanging up a fall wreath. Are you like most of us? Feeling like there is too much stuff in your house and not sure …

DIY: Rustic Nightstand

  Happy Fall everyone!! I ran across this little cutie while out and about shopping with my mom. My mom was not seeing the possibility of cute but I did. I mean how many small stands have drop down sides on them! It was a little beat up with some seriously deep scratches across it; BUT I had total faith …

4 Steps for Making Costume Shopping Easy for Kids

When it comes to choosing a Halloween costume, there’s two types of kids: those who have their minds made up and those who make up their minds last minute! No need to freak out…the Goodwill is here to help! There’s nothing that can give you anxiety like putting a costume together last minute. But all your worries will be set …

Thrift Store Heroes: It’s The Little Things That Make Life Sweet

Sometimes it’s the smallest gestures in life that make the biggest impact on someone’s day. As a mom who wishes she had extra hands about a zillion times a day, I cannot express how much it means when someone holds a door open, offers to take a grocery cart back to the corral, or just gives me a compliment about …

#12MonthsofThrifting Challenge: Winter Coat

I was browsing through my coat closet in preparation for this post to share my favorite, most colorful, secondhand coat for the 12 Months of Thrifting Challenge and I couldn’t get myself to narrow it down to one. I stood in awe at how many great coats I’ve thrifted over the years. But not just any coats; bright, cheery, and …

Accessories Add Style

What is an accessory: necklaces, earrings, bracelets, watches, rings, scarves, handbags, coats, gloves, and belts. I love accessorizing!! Some days I prefer a totally clean slate and may choose to wear nothing but a watch and stud earrings. However, on days I want to punch up my style, I add a unique accessory. It’s a very simple style secret. It …

DIY: Rustic Hutch

Hi All! I hope everyone had a wonderful summer! I’m looking forward to the fall weather myself but I do hate to see garage sale season winding down. So the other day my son’s friend was cleaning out his garage and wanted to get rid of this, (in his words), big ugly piece of furniture that was in his way. …

A Clutter Free Space is a Clutter Free Mind

Tips for setting up an effective study space With the end of summer and the cool nip in the air telling us fall is just around the corner, school season is in full swing. Whether you have a school student or a college student living in your household, there are some common things that can be done to create an …

3 Ways To Get Kids Inspired For Halloween

I absolutely love this time of year! Fall and everything that comes with it — changing leaves, cooler days, and Halloween! Years ago, it seemed Halloween decor and costumes weren’t available till sometime after Labor Day, but these days, retailers put fall and Halloween items on their shelves by mid-August. But I’m not complaining! I’m one of those people who …