Few More Finds

It's great when the weather is nice...and you are able to get out and about!  We've been able to pop the fold up lawn chairs on the deck & enjoy the sun & fresh air!

A few weeks back I nominated my daughter in a local Fashion City Day Makeover contest...(it slipped my mind to clue her in..).  The contest gave an opportunity to nominate a deserving woman for a make over...consisting of a clothes shopping session with a stylist & an outfit of daughter's choice to keep, hair & make-up session at an exclusive salon....and a photo session with a local photographer....as well as a wonderful gift bag of treasures!  

My girl, with all the challenges & health concerns & issues with their little one, since she & her husband welcomed  their baby girl  (just as Covid reared its head)....no one deserves to be pampered more!  As a full time working Mom....(who seldom pampers herself)...she gives 100% to everyone else....and so deserving of a bit of pampering!

So I'm excited to share....she is one of four lucky winners!!  She was very surprised when she received the call!  (since I did forget to advise I nominated her....).  The contest was a collaboration between a local radio station...and a car dealership (only dealership here owned by a local woman). 

I was honoured to nominate her...and share a bit of her story..... coping with a very sick newborn, feeding tubes, running on adrenaline &  little sleep...numerous trips to hospitals...the first few months following her birth... (at 12 weeks of age she required an eight hour open heart surgery).   Thrilled to share she is now a healthy, thriving little gal!   Strong...like her Mom!   Daughter has asked I join her for her makeover...can't wait!

I came across this adorable guy on a venture to Home Sense!  If you've been here a while, you may remember we visited my nephew & wife in Nova Scotia in November....they are paw-rents to two Frenchies!  This guy will be perfect for placement outdoors....perhaps by their front door.  Liesel is not a fan...

I found this Christmas gnome Scentsy warmer...brand new on FB Marketplace!  Originally sold for $66...I snagged him for $10...still in the box.  Tucked him away for now....

I'm usually hard core Egyptian cotton sheets for the bed....but thought I'd give these 100% cotton sateen sheets (Amazon) a try!  I love them!  They are the softest sheets ever with a 400 thread count & washed & dried perfectly...I'm glad I gave them a try in this soft pink colour....

I picked up a few more items for summer wear...I've been eyeing this sweater for weeks now...it had previously sold out.  When they were able to bring a few more in....I snagged it!   Since warmer weather will be coming....I chose a pair of denim Bermuda shorts at another shop....

This pretty turtleneck was on clearance...I love the detail on the sleeves...a great fall & winter piece...

I tried this cute dress on in the shop...I hesitated at first...as it is short sleeve & I'm self conscious about my upper arms...(and legs).   Losing weight has been awesome...but toning is another matter!  Of course...aging doesn't help.   A couple of ladies shopping at the same time...assured me it looked great on....and not to worry about my arms...but to purchase what I like...

So with that boost in my confidence....it came home with me!  I could always pop on a cover up...the fabric is so soft and comfortable!

And that is about it from my little corner of the globe!  Numerous errands to run today....and a walk scheduled with Liesel...who is doing better...tummy-wise.  I chose for the time being, not to have the ultra sound done on her tummy....this issue did not suddenly crop up...but has been ongoing for years.    I prefer to give the prescribed medication & new diet a chance...and it is definitely working.  The vomiting has decreased immensely....and her appetite is so much better!  Should that change...then we will forge ahead with the ultrasound.  So all good news...

Until next time....

Monday Mash Up

This post isn't about anything in particular...just bits & bites of everything!  We had an overcast weekend...with rain forecasted for much of it.  The rain never appeared...mostly overcast & mild temperatures.  Mr. Seventies detailed the inside of the SUV..... much needed.

An abundance of road salt carried in on the carpets...he was able to clean and vacuum it all away.  Since it was supposed to rain...he didn't wash & wax the exterior...we can always hit up a car wash.  There is nothing better...than a sparkling, clean vehicle!  While he was busy with that....I gave the back entry a much needed de-winter cleaning!  A good vacuuming & a bucket of hot, sudsy water....and gave walls, mouldings & both interior & exterior door got a good cleaning.  The entry is on the north side of the house...so it sees it's fair share of wind, snow, ice pellets and rain...

Moving on...the purse I previously ordered arrived & I couldn't be more thrilled with the quality....

It's hand made with the most luxurious leather....and with ample storage...it will continue to look amazing as it gets used and ages to perfection...

These sneakers....had a $0 price tag!!  They are Columbia Trail sneakers...the colour is called Icey Blue & they cost me absolutely nothing!  How... you might ask?  When you shop with this local shoe store...for every dollar you spend...you receive VIP points.   Add an additional 20% off when purchased during a sale....and free shipping....I had accumulated enough points to get them free!!   And who doesn't love free!!

One thing I have learned about Wal Mart....their website has so much more than our store here could ever have!  (which is very little).   Ordering from their site...is simple...with free shipping to the store....and it's less than 4 km to drop in & pick up orders (delivery is also available for a fee).  With that in mind....I came across these adorable shoes...and ordered a pair in this colour.  I can honestly say I've never purchased footwear from Wal Mart...be interesting to see the quality and how they fit...

Another thing I have discovered....Temu!!  Have you ordered from them?  I never had, but wanted to give them a go.  I must say, I am pleasantly surprised with the items I ordered...they are perfect!  Having never ordered...I was a bit hesitant of sizing (and skeptical of quality)....an XXL according to their size chart equals a Canadian size 14.

I placed a small order....t-shirt, swimsuit...and these cuties!  The XXL clothing size fit perfect...the shoes were a bit roomy...but very wearable!  I've ordered a red pair ...but went down half a size, hopefully they will be a perfect fit!  The only downside is shipping takes about two weeks....

Mr. Seventies puttered outside...rather than remove this tree stump...(tree loss thanks to Fiona)....it needs to be cut in half....you can't tell in the photo....but there is a huge crack in the stump...

My cousin sent me this photo...such a great idea!  We plan to give it a try....the right section of the stump will be sawed away & Mr. Seventies will hollow the remaining side a bit to grow some pretty annuals...

The ice in the pool has completely melted....and we are left with green, icky water.  It's much too early to get the pool up & running....the middle of May is the usual time frame....it will depend on the weather.  In the meantime....Mr. Seventies switched out the SNOW sign....

A sure sign of spring when the winter sign is replaced with the SWIM sign....

And the strings of lights are hung!  Mr. Seventies put them up...maybe to hurry the sun & warm temperatures along....although it has been warm enough to set up a couple of folding lawn chairs and enjoy being outside...

I think I found a suitable cover for the outdoor fire pit!  The previous one is looking a bit worse for wear...last year I had no luck finding a replacement.  I came across this one on Amazon....waiting for it to arrive...hoping it will be a good fit.....

It's looking like the middle of May for work to begin removing the popcorn ceilings!!  I can't wait to have them done & freshly painted...

And lastly....someone must be a Disney fan...notice the Micky Mouse antenna....and those adorable bow tie head cushions!!  I happen to see four elderly ladies getting into the vehicle....how much fun do you think they have??

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Til next time....

Thrifting Finds

The weather has been amazing the past few days....I picked a pretty little bouquet of crocus to add a pop of colour...

I hit a couple of thrift stores...and both were so busy!  I've been advised the best time to thrift...is during the evenings...I'll plan my next outing accordingly...

This large bunny picture is adorable (sorry for the lighting glare)....the price is a bit much tho..

I couldn't resist this little pottery dish...does it look like two eyes & an open mouth?  Not sure what to use it for....I just like it.  After a go in the dishwasher...it cleaned up nice.  Maybe a battery operated votive candle can go inside?  I can't unsee the eyes and mouth...

This vase made it into my cart so fast!!  It was $8.99 - with 30% off....I am obsessed with it...

After a quick go in the dishwasher...it holds faux tulips beautifully!

Most of my vases are clear glass... I 'm keeping my eyes open for ones that are a bit prettier....

I plan to use this $3.99 platter for a dough bowl filled with dip.... plenty of room for chunks of bread, veggies or crackers placed around it....

This screams the 1980's!  Island shaped clocks were all the rage back then!  I think it was a staple for kids in woodworking class at school!  And yes....we had one back then....

This also looks like a woodworking project...it's a little wonky around the edges...but resembles one I purchased a few months ago at a home decor store..

I'm crushing on this little pitcher...it's about 8-9" tall....but with the price tag of $9.99...I left it for someone else to enjoy....

I did get this sign....might look great set with the fall coffee bar....

Disappointed this tray was not glass....but plastic.  I could stand it up in my cabinet...but not a fan of the plastic...so passed on by....

I stopped into Price Mart....a local discount store..(.although I find things to be overpriced there).  Look at these adorable paper napkins tho...

But are they worth the $5.99 price tag?  I love them and maybe next visit I will pick up a pack....

Really cute coasters....but again not worth the price tag....in my opinion....even though they are stone & would be washable & durable....

I only picked up a couple of things....tissue paper and a couple of gift bags.  Switching gears a bit....I hung my forsythia wreath at the back entry.  With the great weather we are itching to get outside & start some yard work...

Look what arrived!  I am obsessed with these Birkenstock clogs!  I'm so tempted to get a pair in blue as well.  They fit amazing....I prefer the strap around the back of my ankle...and plan to get lots of wear  out of them.  I find they run a bit large...(not sold in half sizes)...but not sure if sizing down would work...

I'm waiting for this rug on Amazon to come back in stock...plan to use in the back entry....

Also want to share what my son-in-law won!  The woodworking class in the school he works...built this two seater bench & sold tickets!  His name was drawn!  Daughter asked if I would source cushions... I found a few sets at Wal Mart....she plans to check them out this weekend.    It's going to look great on their patio deck.  The kids did a phenomenal job building it..

I picked up a couple of pool floats...previously we had many...but over the years our supply has dwindled!  I hope to pick up a couple more....some barely last the summer....others we've  had for a few years.  We were down to only a couple, time to replenish....

After today, rain is in the forecast for the next few days.  It will be great to get the lawns and gardens raked...and there are numerous branches scattered around the yard.  

Have an awesome weekend!!!   Til next time....

Little Bit Of Home Decor Browsing

Today promises to be a gorgeous day with the temperature getting into the double digits!  The forecasted snow last week amounted to a whole lotta rain here!  But no snow - so yay for that!!  Great weather for the solar eclipse!  There's a lot of hype here around it...schools are even shutting down at noon for kids to view it (safely of course).  I'm old enough to barely remember the first solar eclipse I saw...in 1963!  Moving on...

I read where realistic "feel to the touch" flowers had arrived at one of my favourite haunts...so I ventured to check them out.  The parking lot was full....I am unable to share many photos...as the store was busy with shoppers...but check out these daffodils!  They even had me fooled....they look & feel so real!!  Ours are poking through the ground....I can hardly wait until I can pick a bouquet!!  

First shipment of real touch dahlias!!  I'm hoping they get additional colours in....but this shade is very pretty!

I've shown the real touch tulips before....I have a bouquet of faux white tulips in the kitchen!  These are much cheaper....and the same awesome quality...on Amazon.  I support local a great deal....but there is a substantial difference in price between the decor shop & Amazon.  We have so many varieties of tulips in our gardens....I will have enough to last me continually for weeks when they arrive.  My gardener (Mr. Seventies) has them planted so they will bloom at various times!  Now that is a dedicated gardener!

A section of cottage core!  For those who enjoy this style of decorating...there is an abundance of it here!  The wooden lighthouses on the first shelf on the right are new to the shop....

From a pile of lobster cushions....they were down to one!  Lobster fishing is a huge industry here...and when I was going in the store....two cushions were being carried out the door!

I hadn't been to Michaels in ages...things are pretty bare on the shelves....after the Easter rush!  I spotted a couple of things I like though....I wish they had larger sizes of these...

I considered picking this up...something pretty for the back entry...but the roses would be covered up with Mr. Seventies ball cap collection....

I'm crushing on this bee skep!  It would be adorable with a few faux bee critters glued on  it!

A pretty butterfly shaped cushion...Michaels is currently having a buy one - get one for 50% off sale.  I have a gift card idling in my wallet...saving it for fall decor (which will be out before we know it!!)....

Switching gears here....pardon me while I brag a bit about the denims I purchased from Winners (a combination of Home Sense and clothing store).  We don't have a Marshalls store here...I've shopped in the Moncton location though.  

Firstly, check out the size!!  That's right....size 12!!  Not to mention they are made from recycled plastic bottles!!  They are the softest, most comfortable jeans....I'm so happy to have come across them!!!  And on sale!!  A win all the way around!

I'm also old enough to remember "wide leg" jeans!  In my day they were called "bell bottoms"!  Yup...I was a teenage in the hippy days!!  Never thought I'd wear the style again...yet here I am wearing them!

And nothing says "hippy" like Birkenstock clogs!  I loved wearing clogs in my hey day!  I ordered a pair of Birks in this amazing colour!  The strap can be worn on the back or top of them....this colour is called mink...

I struggled to choose a colour.... they were available in black, brown....and this amazing blue!!

I came across this tiered white skirt....at Wal Mart!  I had two of these in my former sizes...and was happy to pick up this one.....in white...very comfortable and perfect for summer!

I can pair it with this knitted tank....from Amazon & in this colour of Army Green....but it can go with anything...

I had a gift card from Reitmans (women's clothing store)....and picked up these cargo denims.  Since I don't wear jeans in the summer....I think I have enough to do me now for wear in the fall....

And lastly, I had ordered this hoodie in a size medium. from a local department store...however it ran small & they only had much larger sizes available at the time.   A new shipment arrived....I was able to pick up a size large....fits much better.  I currently have only two hoodies!

Today is the first day this spring....I've hung bedding on the whirly-gig (clothesline) outside!  Other than swimsuits and pool towels.....bedding is the only items I prefer to hang out!  There is nothing sweeter than the smell of line dried sheets!

I have a nail appointment today.....and hopeful to do some thrift shopping in the coming days!  Even though my days of attending yard sales is long past.....they will soon be starting up!  It has been years since I've taken in a yard sale.  There is a 70 Mile Yard Sale held every September here....too much traffic and climbing in & out of the SUV for me...

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Remember if you are watching the eclipse...please be safe & wear glasses designed to watch it carefully....

Til next time....