Author Archives: niftythriftygirl

sweaters, sweaters…everywhere…

Posted on February 10, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

…and not just because it is frigid outside, but because I am obsessed with recycling old sweaters! I just made another trip to my local thrift store and loaded up with another batch of wool sweaters (and a few cotton … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Do It Yourself, Project, Trash to Treasure | Tagged budget, crafts, etsy, felting, handmade, recycle, sewing, sweaters, wool | Leave a comment

decorate for less!

Posted on February 2, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

I’d like to give a warm welcome to my newest sponsor: One of my favorite places to find great bargains is my local Family Dollar store. For a fraction of what you would pay for high-end home decorating pieces Family … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Decorating, Do It Yourself, Project | Tagged budget, decor, decorate on a dime, Family Dollar, ideas | 2 Comments

time to get cozy

Posted on February 1, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

I recently scoured my local thrift store with a friend and brought home several wool sweaters. I love to recycle old wool sweaters, felt them and make purses or pillows out of them. The sleeves of the sweaters usually go … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Do It Yourself, Fabric, Project, Trash to Treasure | Tagged felted wool, recycled, sewing, sweater, thrift store find, upcycle | Leave a comment

rate my space

Posted on January 17, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

I’m on HGTV’s Rate My Space! Stop by and check out my rooms (which I recently featured on here). My bedroom is taking a beating in the comment section…but what really matters is that I love it! If you register … Continue reading →

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happy new year

Posted on January 4, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year! I won’t be around much because I’ve started yet another venture. If you’re looking for me and I’m not around you can find me HERE where there are lots of pretty things to … Continue reading →