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Want to save money? Let go of the need for matching

The Frugal Girl

I was a teenager in the 90s, and while this may be true of other eras as well, I remember there being a LOT of matching sets, particularly when it came to home decor. Well…MY SWEATER HAS DUCKS ON IT. Do the lamps match? How 90s is this photo? Here’s the long history of this little table!

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A bit sheepishly

The Frugal Girl

The Christmas tree was where that lamp is I like Christmas decorations, but I also really, really love the feeling of having everything clean and tidy and back to normal. My painted Christmas tree stand held up very well My de-rusting and painting job did the trick because everything was still intact when I removed my tree yesterday.

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Not So Free – Free Things

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I took it apart (which took about an hour) and am stripping the paint off the iron (think at least one can of paint stripper) and then will spray with Rust-oleum – and I just found out that the cans I thought I had had been used on lamps! The antique lamp. Among those items was an antique table lamp.

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copper & blush decor

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

– Mixes well with other metals. A few pieces we love: Rattan Chair , Sunburst Mirror , Foil Wall Art Print , Candle Holder , Counter Stool , Table Lamp , Alarm Clock , Pedestal Table , Tile Pillow. . – Adds an elegant shine to any room. – Is the perfect combination of rustic and chic. image via.

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Affordable Pick-Me-Ups for Cold Winter Days

Couponing 101

Well, we’ve made it. Here are a few budget-friendly products we found: Gladle Portable Light Therapy Lamp – This compact light therapy lamp is designed for portability, making it easier to transport it between rooms and/or take it with you to work. We’re smack dab in the dead of winter.

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Holiday Gift Guide for Bosses and Coworkers

Couponing 101

While you want your boss and/or coworkers to enjoy the gifts you give them, you probably also want your selections to reflect well on you. iEGrow Flexible USB Touch LED Desk Lamp with 3-Level Dimmer and Plant Pencil Holder – While this looks like a cute plant, it is actually a convenient desk lamp. Office Decor.

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25 Things You Can Do With Your Baby That Don’t Cost A Lot

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As well meaning and wonderful as she was, she was from an era when babies were left alone much more than is now recognized by child psychologists and pediatricians as being beneficial. Eventually, I did find my own way; I have raised three well-adjusted, delightful and independent children; I guess I must have done something right!

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