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Thrifty Tiered Tray Challenge

January 30, 2019 By thriftytonifty

    Do you struggle like myself styling a tiered tray?  I don't know what it is that stumps me.  Is it the multi levels? The height  between each tier? Or just picking out the decor for a small space?  Whatever the case, I have decided to give it shot and share my struggle with you. This challenge for attempting a decorated tiered tray came from Roz  Here is her lovely decorated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: no cost decorating, shopping my stash, thrifty finds, Valentines decor Tagged With: accessorizing, No cost decorating, shop my stash, thrifty decorating

Childhood Memories Now Centerpieces

August 15, 2017 By thriftytonifty

If you haven't heard, I have moved to a new home.   Lately while still unboxing, much reminiscing has been shared regarding my childhood memories.  My mother has pasted along some favorite family items.  One of those items triggered a memory of a Christmas present from my father.  Luckily for me, it resurfaced in the move and has found its place in my new home. This present was a wooden … [Read more...]

Filed Under: no cost decorating, repurpose, Vintage Tagged With: accessorizing, memories, new home, thrifty vintage

Thrifting Tips for Decorating on a Budget

April 5, 2015 By thriftytonifty

I have been asked multiple of times how did I start shopping thrift stores, garage sales, and flea markets.  To tell you the truth, I don't recall, but I'm guessing it had to be a financial reason during my college years.  There are plenty of reasons why people become treasure hunters.  I am familiar with many retired couples that enjoy it as a hobby, or have witnessed people who treat it as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: decorating on a budget, Friday finds, Thrifty decorated room Tagged With: accessorizing, garage sale finds, No cost decorating, repurpose, thrifty decorating

No Cost Decorating- Shopping My Stash Home Office

March 16, 2015 By thriftytonifty

Last month I came across a decorating challenged to take one space and decorate it a new way each month using items already owned.  It was a no cost decorating challenge.  If you would like to take a look at some great looking spaces, you can see it here. I discovered this challenge a little too late in the game, but it made me start to think about my own space.  Could I decorate or redecorate my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friday finds, office space, organization, shopping my stash Tagged With: accessorizing, home office, No cost decorating

Repurposed Decorating Ideas

November 23, 2014 By thriftytonifty

Ever wonder how to decorate with thrift store finds?  For me, I have no plan.  When I go treasure hunting,  I purchase items that speak to me.  Honestly they do!  They practically jump right out at me.  It probably is my style or something that clicks from seeing ideas in a magazine or on a blog.  However, if I purchase an item, it doesn't mean I'll use it right away. I have had things sit for a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friday finds, Thrifty decorated room Tagged With: accessorizing, transforamtion, used furniture

Friday Finds -Home Office Accessorizing

October 8, 2014 By thriftytonifty

A few weeks have past since my last post and as stated, I am focusing on finding accessories for my home office. Little by little I have been gathering pieces that would be both useful and decorative on my  new Craigslist desk. I started by brainstorming a list of items to look for. Here is what  I came up with: Desk lamp pen/pencil holder book ends file folders note pad file … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friday finds, office space Tagged With: accessorizing, home office

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