Do you know what the newest trend is? Believe it or not shoppers are looking to save money today more than ever. Inflation has forced us to change our once comfortable habits into frugal spending. What can we do to brainstorm this dilemma? To quote a wise woman “we save where we spend”
Second hand stores are on a huge uprising for everyday living and currently for Christmas shopping
Thrifting can be one of those habits that can help save us money in our daily living
Every day there are more and more people including young people turning to ways of saving money. Buying second hand is one way to save while shopping. Many places are out there just get started. You will be surprised how fun it is to shop and save at the same time.
I hope this has helped and you will be encouraged in these days of high prices to beat inflation and still save money.
The best part of Christmas is decorating our homes for the season. Especially when you are a home decor design account on Instagram. Making home feel like home is want I love to do best for my family.
Christmas in the dining room Lighting candles creates a coziness
Everyday in every way I do something to get our home ready for Christmas. Usually I will pick one room like the dining room and start styling it. I like to start in the the dining room. The heart of the home. From there a theme starts to be created for the rest of the house.
Glitzing up the glam in the dining room!White bottle brush trees decorate the Johnson Bros Ironstone The red plaid settee http://broyhillfurniture.com welcomes extra seating for guests. Twilight time in the dining room.
I will be sharing more about Christmas decorations and pics do check back to see how it is coming along.
Thank you so much for stopping by. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Looking all the way back to Christmas memories – sweet Leo opening a present from Santa
Leo was the youngest grandson at the time
Throwback Thursdays are always so much fun to do when it comes to grandchildren When this (above) picture was taken Leo was only 3 years old.
Just look at this handsome Leo now
Would you believe Leo is now a senior in high school? He has grown up to be a fine young man. Of course he is still as sweet as ever.
Leo actually made the hashtag #christmaspast my grandson the celebrity lol
Leo is the highlight of my Throwback Thursday he is also on my Instagram stories and on my posts. There are Christmas past pics as well.
My favorite pencil Christmas treeDecorating outside is as much fun as decorating inside. One of my best wreaths to decorate with
Throwbacks are always the best to share so many good memories especially when it comes to Christmas but this time Leo took center stage in all of his very special sweetness. I’ll be posting more about Leo when he graduates from high school.
Thank you friends for your visit. I appreciate all your comments.
Round up today! You can’t even believe the finale!!! Lots more baked goods and the very best part Lois was there with her awesome cranberry pear pie!
Look how beautiful and flaky
Of course the pie took center stage with over 20 bids starting at $30 all the way to $101. It was a phenomenal ending finishing up with two bids $101 and two $100.
Lois was in the Semi Annual Bale Sale placing sixth in the nation See it on Magnolia Network Series one Lois sharing about her experience at Magnolia with Chip and Joanna Gaines Over 13 years of Bake Sales at the Macomb Family YMCA
Twice a year the Bake Sales transform the lobby of the Macomb Family YMCA into wonderland of homemade bakeries. But this event just doesn’t happen it takes team work with the help of Sarah and Holly (our #1 volunteer) the magic happens. Holly was name the top volunteer of all of Metro Detroit. She was honored with a plaque and a beautiful breakfast event. We are so pleased and grateful to have Holly at the Macomb Family YMCA.
Holly is our #1 volunteer! We are so happy and grateful for all of her hard work.
I have just been notified of the amazing results. We have done the best ever breaking all records. This is very exciting. Our team’s goal is always to beat our best and we did it!!! This collaboration of hard word resulting in funding scholarships for local children to attend summer camp right at the Macomb Family YMCA.
Merry Christmas at the YMCA
The Macomb Family YMCA wishes to thank everyone for the delicious homemade baked goods and all the generous donations.
It has been a good time having you stop by the blog. I hope you enjoyed the past three days at the Bake Sale. We did too.
The Bake Sale originated about seven years ago. It became a way for the YMCA to help underprivileged children have a scholarship for summer camp.
Christmas Bake Sale @macombfamilyymcaYMCA Bake SaleIn honor Virginia Marra Bake Sale
Virginia was a member of YMCA for many years She held the title and was awarded “Volunteer of the Year in all of Metro Detroit YMCA’s. She received a beautiful trophy and was invited to a dinner in her honor. Virginia was always helping others. On the day of the Bake Sales she was always the first one to arrive to set up.
Virginia was the happiest when she was helping others!
When Virginia passed away we wanted to do something very special to remember her and to keep her kind spirit in our presence. At the Bake sales we post pictures and the beautiful banner to her sweet memory
We love ❤️ seeing this banner! Virginia’s spirit is always with us!All the bake goods are homemade Mini Quiches Chocolate peanut butter puppy chow The members take pride in making homemade even KetoBlueberry Muffin baked by our celebrity Lois I will be sharing more about Lois tomorrow on the blog and on Instagram Lois Spruytte
Tomorrow is the final day of the sale. I will be there taking pics and sharing the final results.
Join us for the last day. It’s always so much fun trying to beat our best.
I hope you enjoyed the bake sale journey. We enjoyed having you here!
Double chocolate brownies Even Keto baked goods The tables are lined with delicious desserts Special baked pie by Lois I’ll be sharing more tomorrow on the blog
And even better we have a guest host/celebrity!
Featuring Lois SpruytteBaking Competition for Chip and Joanna Gaines
How awesome is this. We at the http://macombfamilyymca are very proud and excited about this news.
If you are local you can meet Lois on Tuesday December 5th. The Bake Sales will be open 7am-1pm. All are welcome.
In memory of Virginia Marta
In my stories on Instagram and on the blog I’ll be sharing more about the memory of Virginia the history of the bake sale how it all started and more
Come back tomorrow and read about the fun facts. I welcome your return.
Hello friends wow what a week right? Are you feeling the same way or is it just me LOL
Moving forward let’s just go over the week of pics.
Beginning with the end. I love ❤️ this picture so much I had put it back on the blog again. Marvelous Monday MakeoverThrift Treasure Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Feels like Home to me Friday Second Hand Saturday
A great week of favorite pics on the blog
Thank you for the join. Come back again. I enjoyed having you here.
Featuring my best finds adding to the holiday decor. Actually some are brand new because people are purging for the new updated holiday looks. I know this cause I am too! LoL!!! But you know what they say “one woman’s toss is another woman’s treasure” or something like that you get the point! Others are slightly used and than all those vintage finds. My very favorite. Should I tell you well don’t let out the secret because than everyone will be looking for them. I am absolutely in love ❤️ and looking for antique ornaments. I love ❤️ to style them with my white Ironstone. It is a challenge so this is when you have to get so creative for your resources. I need to do another Snob Saturday (check my posts) for secrets of snobbing. I will be sharing more in days to come. Find a local shoppe and visit them often they can be so helpful. I have a girl we share vintage hearts and she is just a wonderful source.
This isn’t quite vintage but I love ❤️ the “D” It’s red and has Polk a Dots too another favorite Buy what strikes your fancy and what do you love? You know it really is all about you. LOL
BTW I found red “D” bulb at http://salvationarmy.com. The pickings were slim so I had to do a lot of looking. The fun of the hunt is so worth it.
Thrift store treasure not vintage but very cute
I found two very cute pre-lit trees to put at my back door. I will share pics as soon as I put them up. The small red bulbs are from one of the trees. I just wanted lights so I snatched the bulbs to do some home decor inside.
The white ironstone was found at http://secondhandrose.com The four piece set was half off. My daughter eyed it when we first walked in. Another Ironstone added to my collection beautifully display in the wine cabinet. Thank you for the great find Jenny. Wine 🍷 cabinet brightly displayed in Christmas red ❤️
The wine cabinet has been a lot of fun to displayed all the finds from today. In my post from last Saturday I share the discovery of the very vintage crystal wine decanter and glasses to match.
Isn’t she lovely!Another closer view! Notice how the crystal has a sparkle that shines The beauty of very old pieces!A cozy view!
Today was an awesome day for some real finds a gorgeous all wood mirror 75% off only $10. You can see a better view in my Instagram stories.
A better view tomorrow I promise!Fancy reflections
FYI I almost did not go today I am very glad I did right you never know what you may find!
Did you like todays post I sure did Tomorrow will be a good day too. Stop by to see what’s happening.
Best Regards Dana
Of course I appreciate your comments and any questions you may have!
Red berry wreaths a lantern and reindeers decorates the outside wrought iron set
Are you busy decorating your house for Christmas because did you notice Mother Nature has got the outside covered even still I’ve added a few of my own personal touches to make it feel like home outside too.
This wreath of white pine and red berries adds a special Christmas touch. Outside wreaths
I put wreaths every where for every season but Christmas is my favorite time to decorate.
A wreath at the backyard hangs on the Schwinn bike!
Welcome Home … family friends and quests are greeted by the Christmas wreath hanging on the bike.
Hello friends come on in!See the swing at the lake?Lake St Clair 2021 2022 TBD by Mother Nature!
Lake St Clair covered with ice and snow. Perfect for skaters and ice fishermen. Isn’t she beautiful?
Home for the Holidays
Coming home is always a good feeling no matter what the season “Happy are those who are home for the Holidays”🎄
Actually I don’t know when this love for antiques started. But here’s what I do know… I find loving old things intriguing. I appreciate its past history and the story it tells.
Our old home back in the day a real find of history 1900’s lake cottage. Old barn wood cabinet everything about this gem is old including the hooks and the chicken wire lining the doorsAntiquing has inspired many collections including old bottles one of my favorites decoring on the shelves The China Cabinet filled with ironstone pieces is featured on the blog post “Wine Dine Shine Wednesday”
This beautiful cherry wood cabinet is perfect right next to the kitchen to store all of my white antique ironstone pieces. I was inspired by http://missmustardseed.com beautiful dishes. Soon after that I started my very own collection.
Throwback Thursday ❤️ Christmas past cute little old red plaid pale holding candy canes to sweeten hot chocolate. 🎄Holiday Dinners Past🎄
The holidays were and still is a beautiful celebration. The dining room is the gathering place for family and friends to enjoy each other delicious dinners always desserts wine and cocktails.
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