Oh, the things I want from IKEA! These are the things we spotted on our last trip and didn’t pick up that I still really want. We shall see, though, since I imposed the savings spree again. *Le sigh*

IVAR, REXBO, FÖRHÖJA, TRONES

HEDDA LÖV, GÖREL

FRANKLIN

JORUN VÄXT

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Well.. let’s see, it’s been a while, huh? Due to a trip to, the now infamous, Brooklyn IKEA, I have re-enacted the “Saving Spree” on myself again. This really really sucks, cuz there’s still a whole lot I want to get (but, that’s another post). What we did walk away with were little things: towels, small pillows, pots, net curtains, and frames; the last of which I was very excited to get because I’ve really wanted to get cracking on this wall for a week or two now. So, here it is! Most of it anyways. I’ve still got a few more I want to get up there, but I’m very happy with how it turned out!

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I think the great “Savings Spree” has pretty much come to a close, though I still need to watch what I buy very closely. I’m not sure how successful the spree was. Food is so very very expensive that that ends up taking the biggest chunk out of my wallet. Anyway, I’m removing the restriction, for now, and kicked it off with this Threadless purchase. Hey, it was on sale!

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Your Nom Post inspired to go splurge to… Now what to put up… Hmmm
LoL cats

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In the midst of our great “savings spree” I broke down and bought this nearly unbearably cute dress (from Free People). I had seen the dress online months ago and while waiting for Jack I popped into a discount clothing store and there it was, on uber sale. I pawned in off on the fact that I need a dress for my cousin’s pre-wedding luncheon. On top of that, while in line, I remembered that I had one of those American Express giftcards and the dress ended up being $12! Not too bad. Now, back to the “spree!”

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Mini MUNNY
4-inch White, Blue, and Pink | $10.95

The world’s greatest do-it-yourself toy just got shrunk!

The geniuses at the Kidrobot labs have managed to squeeze MUNNY’s endless world of possibilities into a miniature, 4-inch frame. Paint, draw, or scribble; pierce, pose or clothe.

Available in pink, blue and white, each mini MUNNY includes a mystery accessory, a sticker and a mini marker.

Via Amazon:Kidrobot Mini MUNNY (White)

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This makes me want to pick up another Munny tonight. I guess I’ll have to put it on the Saving Spree list!

Quoted from: Lei Xue

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RuffeoHeartsLilSnoty.Etsy.com
If I could, I would buy 3 or 4 of these jackets. They’re all so colorful and fun. May have to be a purchase after the great “savings spree” is over.

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1. Big, high-waisted belts
2. Lace up, tan, tall boots (like these, from Etsy)
3. Lots of fun colorful tights (like these, from We Love Color)
4. Simple yellow sun dress (I wish i could remember where I found this!)
5. Cropped black vest (like this, from Blaec)
6. Cute shorts (like these, from Fred Flare)

Jack and I are in the middle of a no-spending spree, inspired by A Cup Jo. Money is only spent on food (which in this city can get very very expensive itself), toiletries and bills. I’m usually pretty good at being able to talk myself out of buying things and in some ways this makes it easier for me. But I’ve also been feeling a desire to go thrifting or raid Etsy (damn that place has some great deals). So, while I’m saving, I’m putting together lists of things I want and think of it as kind of window shopping. ;)

Next up “Wants: For the Home”

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