Category Archives: DIY
Turtle-neck Transformation
Turtle-necks have been around for longer than I can remember. Not only do they give you extra warmth around your neck, they are also great for layering! Now I’ve never been a fan of turtle necks, but I found a way to spice Read More →
Sweater Weather
I made another trip to Thrift Town last week and found a multitude of sweaters and sweatshirts at great prices! I picked out one sweatshirt and one sweater to make over. First, I made a “hippie hoodie” or “yoga hoodie” out of an Read More →
Mommy Moments; Jersey Pillowcases
Since my kid’s jerseys are sacred to me, I decided to try this project out using jerseys I found at Thrift Town. I selected jerseys from some of their favorite teams I found in the children’s and men’s departments, and then headed over to the bins section for some thrifted pillows. The jerseys cost around $2.99-$9.99 each, and the pillows cost around $2.99 each. You could easily complete this project for under $10. Very budget friendly for house decor or gift! Plus, I decided to try a no-sew version because, well, I don’t seem to have natural sewing skills! Read More →
Mommy Moments; TV Tray Makeover
I remember eating a Hungry Man TV dinner on my Noni’s couch, served on one of her TV trays, while watching Days of Our Lives at age five. That’s the last time I remember using a TV tray because let’s face it, they’re not the cutest things to look at. That is until I did a search on Pinterest for an upcoming Thrifty Thursday segment for Good Day Sacramento. What I found had me headed to Thrift Town in search of your basic everyday wooden TV tray. Read More →
Bundle Up this Fall! DIY & more
As the weather gets cooler, its time to stay warmer! There’s no place better to buy fall/winter apparel than Thrift Town! Thrift Town has everything you need from head warmers, sweatshirts, flannels, fleece jackets, scarves, beanies, gloves, boots, and the list goes on. Read More →
HOSTESS WIN: THRIFTY THANKSGIVING TABLE
THANKSGIVING TABLE IDEAS: So you’re hosting the family at your house. No problem, right? Putting on the meal itself is going to be expensive, and your whole house and Thanksgiving table are supposed to be homey, decorated and festive, while chasing little ones Read More →
Thrifty Fall Threads
Along with the leaves on the trees, temperatures have been dropping in the U.S.. To help keep you warm, Thrift Town has stocked up on their supply of autumn attire. There is an abundance of long-sleeved shirts, flannels, sweaters, and jeans! I have Read More →
EASY DIY FALL DECOR
Fall is my absolute favorite. Favorite colors, favorite smells, favorite weather… and every year I make these grand plans on how I’m going to implement new traditions and really do it up right. Complete with family trips and a house that Martha Stewart Read More →
Mommy Moments; Create Storage Spaces by Upcycling Vintage Items
I love Pinterest. I love it for a few reasons. The first of course being it both challenges and inspires me to recreate amazing pieces using only thrifted items. The second because it completely and utterly humbles me. Crafting does not come naturally to me. Figuring out how to recreate something is something I can do in my head in seconds. However, actually turning that vision into a reality can sometimes require a lot of do-overs and a healthy pour of a good cabernet. Onto this week’s projects - turning a few vintage pieces into some thrifty cool storage pieces. Read More →
POSSIBILITY CENTRAL: the nightgown dress
When Shopping thrift, what’s on the racks isn’t the full story. It’s what each piece has the potential to become. You don’t have to be the most creative or inventive person to see it. I feel it’s a learned skill / habit to not Read More →
