OMG!

Ok, anyone that knows me knows how I ADORE crafting, creating, designing, and....well, saving money anywhere I can!  For that reason I purchase a lot of my home decor items at Good Will, or other second hand stores.  I LOVE to shop for old vintage picture frames, candle sticks, shelves and other wood products -- then paint them, or somehow make them my own!  Today, as I was approaching the grocery store in my town, I saw a sign outside the Good Will that says:  "Customer Appreciation day - Everything 50% Off".....My car pretty much came to a screeching hault as I scoured the parking lot for a parking space.  I rushed into the store and straight to the home goods section - I bought several frames for pictures, a few wall shelves, a few baskets, a couple candle holders, wall sconces, and the list goes on!! I love the "shabby chic" more vintage type look so the distressed wood and "used" look fits perfectly for me.  I walked out with a huge cart full of home decor items and spent only $15!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG I am so thrilled.  I probably bought about 30 items.  I cannot wait to start painting, stenciling, sanding, etc!  I will post pictures of my finished DIY projects as soon as I can. I get most of my inspiration from Pinterest, magazines, and of course - my lovely Mother, who always seems to keep her house looking like it came out of Home & Garden magazine (am I jealous? Ok, a little!) but more inspired than anything else! For those of you who love to DIY and craft things of your own - second hand stores are great for home decor items!  And I am soooooooo not above shopping at a second hand store for home goods.  More money in my pocket = more money for my daughter's future.  HOLLER!!!!!!!