Looking great in a smart wardrobe It's a common situation. A person gets hired for a job but doesn't have the money to buy an appropriate work wardrobe. To keep down those credit card bills, here are a few tips for getting started on that career wardrobe. These suggestions are for women, but some work for men also. Do you really need a … [Read more...]
August Sales: What’s Really a Good Deal?
Lately it seems every store has continual sales. But in August you will still find extra good deals on the following items in most parts of the US. If you need them, it's a good time to buy.You might find good prices on computers and laptops because they are trying to make room for the new models. There are often computer sales for kids going to … [Read more...]
Sew Easy Ruffle Tee from Old T-Shirts
You can do this project in an evening & you don't have to be that experienced in sewing to make it. There is also a tutorial for making the cute fabric flowers to add to the ruffle shirt (or something else) if you like. I think they look very cute on the tee.Click title for link at AllFreeSewing for this simple tutorial. Have fun! … [Read more...]
10 Campus Clothing Classics or Versatile Travel Wardrobe
I like this list of basics for women that can be worn many ways for many situations--the true definition of classics. While these are suggested for women in college, they are very useful for most women. They make a good travel wardrobe too. The list: black blazer, dark skinny jeans, white tees, zip-up fleece jacket (I like black for this), … [Read more...]
Sew Easy: Beach Sarong for Warmer Days and Many Travel Uses
In these snowy winter days, it's great to go sledding, make a snow sculpture, and drink a cup of hot cocoa.. . . And sometimes it's nice to dream of warmer days. How about making a sarong for your swim suit?You can sew one very easily with just straight stitching & is a great project for learning to sew. Look for some fabric on sale since … [Read more...]
Could You Wear Only 6 Items for a Month?
I like these kind of challenges. What items of clothing would you pick if you could only wear 6 in a month. The ones chosen in the linked article are nice basic pieces thata can be mixed and matched quite a few ways. I remember one woman who wore the exact same outfit to work and at home after work for an entire month. No one noticed (or said … [Read more...]
How to Buy Stuff that Lasts Forever
I think it's funny that the author of the linked post says anything that is yellow or orange will last forever. Many plastics last forever, or nearly so--just look in the landfills! She talks about laundry baskets, but I've posted that the very best laundry basket, IMHO, is a plastic storage box with the lid that folds open and closed. I am … [Read more...]