I’m pleased to report that we are back on the thrifty bandwagon. We probably need to pretend that August didn’t happen, thrift-wise, and we very nearly quit altogether. However, there are still four more months of the year – probably the hardest four in our house – so I’m pleased to report that we’re sticking it out despite the setbacks.
In the next four months we have to contend with father’s day, Nannie, Grandma, Bubba and Mama Thrift’s birthdays, plus Christmas and at least three toddler friend birthdays.
Bubba Thrift’s birthday is my main concern at the moment, and I’m pleased to report that her main present will be an exciting set of corduroy curtains (complete with appliqued flowers) that I am converting from a second-hand doona cover. It doesn’t sound very exciting, but heavy curtains are a much needed addition to her north-facing bedroom. If I ever get around to sourcing a second hand digital SLR, I’ll have to post a picture when they’re complete.
I’m also going to try to blog a bit more frequently. Winter was a bit of a disaster what with moving house twice, pregnancy, endless colds and even a bout of gastro that only I managed to catch. However, the weather is warming up and we’re all feeling a bit more optimistic. We’re spring cleaning today, so it’s out with the dust bunnies and in with the bicarb and vinegar. Hurrah!
Tags: Gifts, Sewing, Transgressions, Weather
