tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67129836851006839602024-03-05T13:37:20.740-05:00A Thrifter in Disguisesavings, sustainability, and styleKristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.comBlogger205125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-36570477560546997132020-06-08T07:52:00.002-04:002020-06-08T08:04:55.570-04:00Vintage Roll-Down Map to Hide TV<div style="text-align: left;"><h1>Use a Thrifted Piece to Cover Your Screen</h1></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h2>...and only see the TV when you want to!</h2></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgedbFKCZX_dZBPknJCDcGu4dHpz4ffupJiU8w2QOEoZiNSyldweN13Zb5hL8-GoU4DYaDERO4hUWmMaTIwFmEUF2R4_9FNA40-vCW_fNLZdyp5TvCWdgmuuRoZz-r2GW2oufc0s8xJmyI/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Classroom Map Repurpose" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="911" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgedbFKCZX_dZBPknJCDcGu4dHpz4ffupJiU8w2QOEoZiNSyldweN13Zb5hL8-GoU4DYaDERO4hUWmMaTIwFmEUF2R4_9FNA40-vCW_fNLZdyp5TvCWdgmuuRoZz-r2GW2oufc0s8xJmyI/w456-h640/IMG_3778+%25282%2529.jpg" title="Rolldown map art" width="456" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>For years I struggled with this TV conundrum: we use it, we've grown to rely on it, and it serves many positive purposes, yet I don't want a massive electronic piece to be the centerpiece of our family space. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxQTJEqHJbXYVZUEMoL6ZapHzHAQ0Klax68e2XxnygEIrVlYIIRTbS34SoTf-E3k7HdMt3eyN9BImmXgAQaNbDdfd4BQ4oQQQ_lP0ReDtK2NWJVZtArTip9ODL8eMLGsGWp_i5dU4vcA/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Hide a TV Art" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxQTJEqHJbXYVZUEMoL6ZapHzHAQ0Klax68e2XxnygEIrVlYIIRTbS34SoTf-E3k7HdMt3eyN9BImmXgAQaNbDdfd4BQ4oQQQ_lP0ReDtK2NWJVZtArTip9ODL8eMLGsGWp_i5dU4vcA/w428-h640/IMG_1709.jpg" title="Ideas for covering tv" width="428" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>When we moved to this house, I took the opportunity to change things up for our family room this time around. We mounted the TV on one of the main walls, as had always been the case, but this time I was able to find some cool artwork (and yes, I'm calling it artwork!) to hide the unit when it's not in use.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdex7APMKa6XrPNHWdHYkoVt_WVh-wLrS2XYnIW_KdvUY54F1wVyZKSOHK4mZzrDZPdjllAxB9rSdF1-6E0AxkC3KFAKozzEfXrR5NYlwSax3bG2wCySm_Nhl8womfRs6Ys-ueEI52FY/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Map of US" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRdex7APMKa6XrPNHWdHYkoVt_WVh-wLrS2XYnIW_KdvUY54F1wVyZKSOHK4mZzrDZPdjllAxB9rSdF1-6E0AxkC3KFAKozzEfXrR5NYlwSax3bG2wCySm_Nhl8womfRs6Ys-ueEI52FY/w428-h640/IMG_1722.jpg" title="Antique Map of US" width="428" /></a></div><div><br />I found the vintage classroom map on <a href="https://www.ebay.com/b/Antique-Pull-Down-Maps/37958/bn_81093168">Ebay</a> - they have lots! I made sure to find one that would cover the size of the TV, and I lucked out to find this one with a design and colors I love. I paid about $100 for the map and shipping, which isn't cheap, but it was worth it to me for something I'd be looking at every day. Plus, a handy map of the US is a great teacher and conversation-starter with the kids, and allows us to easily refer to places around our country as we learn more about it, even the difficult parts like the genocide of Native Americans and oppressive policies targeting Black people. Looking for Selma, Alabama? Okay, let's find it together.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJpEAx9xkq6hcXsPhIs3c_AepKZBuxODIj-56l5aUcVKFbq3PrtLLi9ZP0MgSfkK6pnnH_WPXNb-e9-KHsiL6rU6rwjl7D2QRK1bZ0ZNQEAOxGkrzkPMxTRm1ZBT_-SF0X545lno0MZU/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Colorful Family Room Ideas" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJpEAx9xkq6hcXsPhIs3c_AepKZBuxODIj-56l5aUcVKFbq3PrtLLi9ZP0MgSfkK6pnnH_WPXNb-e9-KHsiL6rU6rwjl7D2QRK1bZ0ZNQEAOxGkrzkPMxTRm1ZBT_-SF0X545lno0MZU/w428-h640/IMG_1736.jpg" title="Rolldown map as art" width="428" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>We mounted a strip of wood a little wider than the map into the studs, and hung the map from there. The shelf below it is a standard <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/flysta-shelf-unit-white-30377242/">Ikea piece</a> - about $50. Extra bonus: got to watch some of my most recent favorite show, Mrs. America, during the photo shoot!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The rule in our house is no TV on weekdays/schoolnights, so most days we can really just enjoy the family room as a shared space without an additional screen to tempt us :) If I were really fancy, I'd have figured out a better way to hide the cords, but... well there's life, and it just hasn't been a priority yet, which I'm okay being okay with.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Thrifting!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS9657ufqAfJusKTEoyLWTnK41RcsF-Ui1bT6Pl9a9pjdUKfLntgEjKe8x5A6STlHPL0AZPP3MFIWM-ILReRewetM5_l5omuURS5crRDWmgFVubD3xnKhTXqB26Rj9EodIfKSXcFsktdc/s1600/kristen+signature+teal.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="521" data-original-width="1600" height="65" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS9657ufqAfJusKTEoyLWTnK41RcsF-Ui1bT6Pl9a9pjdUKfLntgEjKe8x5A6STlHPL0AZPP3MFIWM-ILReRewetM5_l5omuURS5crRDWmgFVubD3xnKhTXqB26Rj9EodIfKSXcFsktdc/w200-h65/kristen+signature+teal.png" width="200" /></a></div>Kristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-75362725970378605532020-05-27T09:53:00.001-04:002020-05-28T07:29:11.574-04:00No-Pantry Problems<div style="text-align: left;"><h1>No Pantry? No Problem!</h1></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h2>Creative Space Solutions on a Limited Budget</h2></div><div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8kKgSfjJVOf3M-n41q9q5jBT7csYfesmePLYs88IJOEpXRXIuJoDyqaY39ovoS7r0qpgt9k7QKtOc6P3-r88a6P-KQ0o0Zc6ZdCHUSCV4yex_8K7Ri5X1HQmWKxyLZ52L1ihMg5L4Zqs/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="diy pantry" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8kKgSfjJVOf3M-n41q9q5jBT7csYfesmePLYs88IJOEpXRXIuJoDyqaY39ovoS7r0qpgt9k7QKtOc6P3-r88a6P-KQ0o0Zc6ZdCHUSCV4yex_8K7Ri5X1HQmWKxyLZ52L1ihMg5L4Zqs/w428-h640/IMG_1657.jpg" title="pantry from entertainment center" width="428"></a></div><div><br></div><div>When we moved in, one of the first things I needed to change about the kitchen was to create some sort of pantry space. The previous owners didn't have children living in the house, so their food storage needs were very different than those of ours as a family of six.</div><div><br></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi13TP07d8MaS3mxtbQkmzTvc4SrRq9FTUcfLavRtcUdHcg_dI55ap1nl-uPB4BohYokfY9utVEVcBvTvmV5lvDyMVMu23ZM2YCHWcmTWLRFQBvpJvtqsH4vbVVOPCyilA-_pwJYud0dVs/" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="updated kitchen cabinets" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi13TP07d8MaS3mxtbQkmzTvc4SrRq9FTUcfLavRtcUdHcg_dI55ap1nl-uPB4BohYokfY9utVEVcBvTvmV5lvDyMVMu23ZM2YCHWcmTWLRFQBvpJvtqsH4vbVVOPCyilA-_pwJYud0dVs/w480-h640/IMG_2810.jpg" title="how to add pantry to small space" width="480"></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Previous Owners Used this Cabinet as an Entertainment Center<br></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br></div><span></span><a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2020/05/no-pantry-problems.html#more"></a>Kristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-38996634694105603292020-05-17T09:48:00.002-04:002020-05-18T10:19:18.276-04:00Easy Bar Stool Refresh<div><h1>Give Your Stools a Quick Makeover</h1></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h2>Try a flashy fabric for a pop of fun!</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFZ4X3Efgr3ghHnaJ9AXz3-G3joG5_q1WvM_E1qqNbJhINmtxjSDpYUZIs8a0riol_pzD0pPpdgoMCjfLwh9H_0jDisLQYvlqps59u387xmcYdLWCVqQv5WTGdQg-LlviDGFEUg_8KRUA/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bar Stool Painting DIY" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFZ4X3Efgr3ghHnaJ9AXz3-G3joG5_q1WvM_E1qqNbJhINmtxjSDpYUZIs8a0riol_pzD0pPpdgoMCjfLwh9H_0jDisLQYvlqps59u387xmcYdLWCVqQv5WTGdQg-LlviDGFEUg_8KRUA/w428-h640/IMG_1247.jpg" title="Spray Paint Chairs" width="428"></a></div><div><br></div></div><div>I'm still loving these stools 7 years
later, but after moving with us to a new house, they needed a new look. I'm no longer in a beach neighborhood, and while I loved how they looked when we were there, the colors and patterns don't work with my new space. <br></div><div><br></div><span></span><a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2020/05/easy-bar-stool-refresh.html#more"></a>Kristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-80362551586515156882020-05-02T17:50:00.003-04:002020-05-10T18:48:39.615-04:00Stenciled Barn Floor DIY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Totally Change the Look of a Large Space Using Only Paint!<br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h2>How to Stencil a Plywood Floor<br></h2></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h1><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I4N0iHYou1wrq3Al0r_k3Ocnx0GjIPHXgcbGXTDVYWlyHAPWppqzls_pT5rJKyMh717nzsnjQI_2hBwgCJ5E3K8sco6m8ti9pcEIZP9EuooUqE9U_R9nreVGkX6GGyt0RRlcBMSNJZI/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Stenciled Floor" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="854" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I4N0iHYou1wrq3Al0r_k3Ocnx0GjIPHXgcbGXTDVYWlyHAPWppqzls_pT5rJKyMh717nzsnjQI_2hBwgCJ5E3K8sco6m8ti9pcEIZP9EuooUqE9U_R9nreVGkX6GGyt0RRlcBMSNJZI/w428-h640/IMG_0973+%25281%2529.jpg" title="How to Stencil a Large Floor" width="428"></a></h1></div><div>When we bought our house three years ago, the detached barn was an added bonus. For a while we just used it for storage, but last year I decided it was time to clear it out and put it to better use. I'd always thought about opening my own yoga studio, but the timing was never right, and I worried about overhead costs. I figured that if I could convert the barn to a large studio-like space, I could at least give "studio ownership" a shot!</div><div><br></div><span></span><a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2020/05/stenciled-barn-floor-diy.html#more"></a>Kristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-78694672911596975192020-05-02T09:34:00.002-04:002020-05-10T18:48:57.812-04:00Little House on the Salt Marsh<div style="margin-left: 80px; text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="margin-left: 40px; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKWtFoSy5RdbGPhJekuc9grYaS71bft8xen3syRBuB4-tndbyeRtxKsWXdau5xFPIkT7hBaUX34oF3cRCb9KQaWIUrZm6XxPmOKUU05iMVEtkeZqTnTP6ma1BfAreozJAvyCbinOfTu_k/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="915" data-original-width="1280" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKWtFoSy5RdbGPhJekuc9grYaS71bft8xen3syRBuB4-tndbyeRtxKsWXdau5xFPIkT7hBaUX34oF3cRCb9KQaWIUrZm6XxPmOKUU05iMVEtkeZqTnTP6ma1BfAreozJAvyCbinOfTu_k/s320/IMG_0723.jpg" width="413"></a><br><br></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="margin-left: 40px; text-align: left;">I’ve officially reached the “I’m pretty sure we could live off the grid” state of this experience… is it just me? Can anyone else relate?</div><div style="margin-left: 40px; text-align: left;"><br></div><span></span></div><a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2020/05/little-house-on-salt-marsh.html#more"></a>Kristen Rosecranshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07741112203924999100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6712983685100683960.post-46281087000559214402017-10-17T09:33:00.001-04:002020-05-10T18:49:24.901-04:00Rededicating My Efforts :)<h2>
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If you've followed me over the last few years, you know
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constantly evolving. I haven't published much lately (although I am
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I think I'm kinda getting addicted to these Bloggers Heart Habitat projects ;) But seriously, the privilege of being a part of this amazing group of bloggers was all I needed to make my Christmas complete.<br>
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New Uses for Antique Printing Press Drawers</h2>
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I am a sucker for old stuff... that's no surprise, I know... but old
stuff that used to be fundamental to now outdated processes? Forget
it... I'm sold. So when I saw these typecases listed on Craigslist, I
didn't waste any time scooping them up. But then the question remains:
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I stumbled on a lot of these GORGEOUS authentic card catalog drawers (another amazing Craigslist find!), and my head is spinning while I think of all the creative uses for them! Here's the first one I played around with...<br>
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Make Your Own Paw Patrol Badges {or Necklaces}</h2>
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Perfect Paw Patrol Favors or Crafts<br> </h3>
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I know, I know... you can go to the party section of any big-box store
and find plenty of Paw Patrol paraphernalia, but I always like to add a
little personalized love to my kids' birthday parties. So when Chase asked for a Paw Patrol theme, I raided the foam section at the craft store
and whipped up a whole lot of these!<br>
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Don't Go Broke on a Bachelorette Weekend</h2>
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Tips for Planning a Fun and Affordable Weekend for the Bride<br> </h3>
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Although I'm {ahem} <i>slightly</i> past the "bachelorette stage" of my own life, I was recently in charge of planning my younger sister's Bachelorette Weekend - a party that consisted of (roughly) 2 days and 2 nights with 14 lovely ladies. My objective was two-fold: (1) create a fun and memorable weekend for the bride to be and (2) make the weekend budget-friendly for the group. Aaaaaand it worked, with ZERO squabbles and a whole lot of laughs!<br>
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3 Steps to Stress-Free Mornings </h2>
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My Tricks for Getting Four Kids Out the Door on Time<br> </h3>
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I don't know about you, but during the school year, the time between when my kids wake up in the morning and when we all need to be out the door is often the most stressful hour of the day. And it's not that we're necessarily crunched for time--my kids are EARLY risers, so we have a good hour-and-a-half to do what we need to do... but this past year I just found myself getting really frustrated and losing my patience during that time period.<br>
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Adding Feathers to Kids Beaded Jewelry </h2>
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<br>So I have to admit here, I wasn't just looking for ways to add some red and silver to my summer wardrobe. No, I'm more of a "cool-color-palette" person, but there was a time in my life when I wore these colors p-r-e-t-t-y regularly. And a recent event got me back in the "spirit," if you catch my drift...<br>
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How to Add Charm to Small Space</h2>
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Curb Alert + Beachy Colors + Cool Hardware = My Happy Place<br> </h3>
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The most common struggle I have when decorating <a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/p/beach-cottage.html" target="_blank">our cottage</a> is space... I should probably say "lack of space," 'cause there's not too much of it! Since we've only got about 1000 square feet to work with, "what goes where" can really make-or-break a room. We're a family of 6 (plus puppy), we're near the beach, and we're always welcoming friends and families to our home, so it gets tricky to find a balance between maintaining function (we need lots of places to sleep, but <u>beds</u> are <u>big</u>!) while keeping the charm (if there's a place to sleep in the room, <u>everything else</u> must be <u>small</u>!).<br>
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Bloggers HEART Habitat: Boy's Room Reveal</h2>
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So this is officially my FAVORITE PROJECT EVER. And yea, I just used all caps <u>thrice</u> in one sentence--that's how much I love this project. Now with that teaser you've gotta be dying to know why, and well, it's kind of a long story....</div>
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Teaming Up with Habitat for Humanity </h2>
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Back in September of last year, I got an email from Charlotte of <a href="http://ciburbanity.com/" target="_blank">Ciburbanity</a>
that put a huge smile on my face--I'm talking a smile that lasted for a
good week. She was looking for like-minded bloggers from the Northeast
to design and furnish a newly-built Habitat for Humanity house. Needless
to say, signing up was a no-brainer! Check out <a href="http://ciburbanity.com/bloggers-heart-habitat/" target="_blank">Charlotte's post here</a>
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Make Your Own Fairy Doors (with Washi Tape!)</h2>
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Pixie Dust Not Included ;)<br> </h3>
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My daughter wanted a fairy-themed birthday party this year, and with my penchant for craft-focused activities, I decided the girls (yup, we had all girls here--13 kindergarten crafters) could make some (super-easy) fairy doors.<br>
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The idea stemmed from some momma rumblings I'd heard about these fairy doors that many of their daughters were going crazy about. Initially I thought I could grab some (for cheap) and use them as favors... until I realized these {magical} doors are being sold for upwards of $20! Soooooo... scratch that idea. Hence, I put together this easy, CHEAP, DIY version... a perfect fairy-themed party craft for 6-year olds.<br>
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Got bunk beds? Can you sew a straight line (<i>or if you can't sew, can you iron a straight line? Stitch Witchery works, too!</i>)? Then you can totally make some cute bunk curtains. This easy project will supply endless hours of fun for your favorite kiddos.</div>
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Shimmery & Shiny Fairy Wings Tutorial</h2>
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As promised, here's the final (and really, most important) tutorial for the Whimsical Fairy Costume. Fun and easy, there's not too much sewing involved... and you will likely embark on a new relationship with your glue gun :)<br>
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Protein, Fiber, and Antioxidant-Packed Snack Cups</h2>
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All I can really say about this post is YUM. Really, honestly, SUPER YUM. The creamy cheese bites paired with the tartness of the gooseberries, the crunch of the pumpkin seeds, and the sweetness of the cranberries and dates... oh I could go on. And, believe it or not, I originally created them with my kids in mind! Because while I've certainly enjoyed my fill, they're totally perfect for families on the go.<br>
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Oh, and I can't forget: there's an AMAZING contest at the end of this post, so don't miss it!<br>
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Kids Fairy Costume Tutorial</h2>
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Shiny Rainbow Top with Halter Neckline<br> </h3>
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No Fairy skirt would be complete without a shimmery top to go with it! This is a quick, three-step project to make a top that coordinates with Part 1 of this project, <a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2015/09/diy-fairy-costume-part-1-whimsical-skirt.html" target="_blank">DIY Fairy Costume Skirt</a> and Part 3, <a href="http://www.thrifterindisguise.com/2015/09/diy-fairy-wings-costume-tutorial.html" target="_blank">DIY Fairy Wings</a>.<br>
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For that
last several years, it's been "ask and ye shall receive," with Halloween
costumes around here. I'm trying to take advantage of the years
that they are still interested in their mom making their
costumes, so I'm pretty amenable to their ideas! This Halloween, my
5-year old decided she wanted to be a fairy. <br>
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Build Your Own Cottage Cutout Starfish Shutters</h2>
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Amp Up Your Curb Appeal... in ONE Weekend!<br><br><span id="goog_20345273"></span><span id="goog_20345274"></span></h3>
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<br>This was the most exciting project for me in a while. For years I've been dreaming of adding some simple shutters to our very BLAH cottage exterior (never been a fan of our vinyl siding, but residing the house doesn't quite fit into the budget!). Curb appeal was never high on the priority list, being simply a cosmetic improvement. <br><br>But this past weekend, my little shutter dream came to fruition, thanks to my resourceful husband (and you'll see, I'm not the only thrifty one in the household). Here's a little guest-post with the details on how he created these charming shutters for me.<br>
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Take Your Family Out to the Ballgame... for Cheap!</h2>
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A Trip to Yankee Stadium CAN Be Affordable. Seriously!<br> </h3>
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One aspect of motherhood for which I was not prepared (well, one of the MANY aspects, I should say) was how having children affected the baseball-fan side of me. Not that my love of the game has changed at all, but my <i>relationship</i> with it has had to adjust. And while 10 years ago I could easily make last-minute plans to hop on a train and go to the Yankee Stadium for a game, it's not quite so easy (and not NEARLY as affordable) with a family in tow. But I am not easily deterred. And I found a way to make it work.<br>
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Back-to-School Prep Can Be Easier (and Prettier)!</h2>
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Budget-Pleasing Deals and Clever Teacher Gifts<br> </h3>
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<br>Any parent of school-age children knows how stressful the beginning of a new school year can be. And as if adapting to a new schedule and organizing the house isn't enough, back-to-school shopping is a serious undertaking. Because getting prepared for the school year isn't just about pretty folders and pencil cases.<br>
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But I've figured out a few ways to stream-line the process and make it easy for my family of six. And of course, I couldn't stop just at the deals... I had to incorporate a little crafting too ;)<br>
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