Today I went to the Stone Arch Bridge Art Fair. Arts and crafts are my financial weakness. Partially because I want to own pieces that inspire me and partially because I can't get past the fact that I can't buy it later...it's now or never. Plus, I had Grace along and she wants EVERYTHING! So, today I was really tested.
I drooled over several paintings/prints ($55+), picked up a sculpture perfect for my dad (and tomorrow's Father's Day!!) ($78), and a super-fun hula hoop that promises to whittle away my waist while having fun ($40). It was hard to walk away empty handed...but I did it! This is a big step for me because making impulsive purchases has oven got me in trouble in the past....and I know I can't continue to do that if I'm going to improve my financial stability. My mom was with me and she is really good with money, so that helped as I knew if I bought something she would disapprove if it was too expensive or not a necessity.
I seriously wanted that hula hoop though....maybe I will buy it later for my birthday. :)
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I was thinking, I need to quit something to so I can save money like smoking but I don’t smoke so I decided to quit shoes but this has been hard because events come up and you need shoes to go with that outfit. Have any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteCasondra - I gave up subscriptions to newspapers and magazines....and I sort of gave up on buying new clothes. I either buy at consignment stores, or I just make-do with what I have.
ReplyDeleteGiving up shoes is hard, but maybe try Nordstrom Rack or Clothes Mentor...or Albertville Outlets. I can usually find a good deal out there.
Good deals are the problem; it gives me an excuse to buy them.
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