Thrifty, Nifty Vintage Gifts

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As promised I am sharing my vintage finds that have been brought together to create some awesome, one of a kind Christmas gifts, that don’t break the bank. Shown above is a vintage silver sugar server. I just love the little silver scoop that has it’s own little place inside the server itself. To make [Read On]

Mom Goes Christmas Thrifting…

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My Christmas gifts will be different this year. You see, I was “laid off’” last October from a job that I absolutely loved.  After 20 years of working my way way up from ground zero in two different credit unions, my position was eliminated.  I know that I am not alone. I know that many of [Read On]

Burlap and Billy Buttons

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Billy Buttons by Department 56  always put me in a happy place. I just love them with their little red knit scarfs and pom poms.  Oh and did I mention the carrot nose and button eyes?  Soooo cute! We collected a few several years ago and they are just one of those things that are timeless. [Read On]

Can Lid Christmas

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This little project was so fun and easy. I mentioned to you in Buttons, Branches and a Give Away that I have been collecting cans, well I have been saving lids as well. I have one of those smooth edge can openers that doesn’t leave a sharp edge on the lid or can. While decorating [Read On]

Easy Christmas Swags

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Seasonal window swags are a great way to spread color and interest, especially if you have a lot of windows. I have never been one to string lights all over the outside of the house mainly because if I did, they would stay up there permanently.  Add a little electric candle on the inside of [Read On]