Tuesday Haul

Another day off!! No icy roads where I want to go. I will have a sidekick today as my husband and I are both in the same profession and are both footloose and fancy free. Today's treasures were nothing to "hoot and holler" about. I did find two things on my "wish list". You must always have a "wish list" written down and with you at all times just in case you get carried away and forget. It helps to keep you focused. The first being a pair of "cowboyish" boots marked $9.88, and to my delight, they were tagged for 50% off. The second being a piece of fabric with a damask design to use as a background for an oval frame which I am converting into and earring hanger. My fabric was a pillow sham which will do just fine. I find when I'm looking for a particular type or design of fabric at a thrift store, I sometimes have luck by checking out curtains, sheets, blankets, and bedspreads as well-$1.98. Going back to the wish list subject. I keep a visual wish list as well. When I receive catalogs like Chadwick's, Newport News, or magazines with outfits that catch my eye, I cut out those pictures and put them in a pocket in a little notebook I keep in my purse. Many times I have been able to piece those outfits together after a couple of trips to the thrift store. Also found were a cute pair of flats from Maurice's-$3.88. Two sweaters @ $1.98 and $2.48; neither were great name brands but had the "new look" and fit my specifications; my size, my colors, good quality, and my style! A wooden flag plaque was purchased for $1.48 as a family member of mine enjoys collecting them. A book from runner's world on women and running found its way into my basket before I left the store as well. That was the only purchase my husband made today. I hope its for someone else, because I don't want it!!