Monday, March 30, 2009

Weekend + no shopping update - week 11

I'm in the home stretch here and things seem to be going smoothly. I did a little bit of almost shopping last week (you know, the kind where you online shop and put things in your cart and then close the browser without checking out), but I managed to hold strong. Next week I'll have a little wrap up of the shopping hiatus and explain where I plan to go from here.

I can definitely say that one of the benefits of not shopping is the extra time it gives you. We had a lot going on this weekend, but I'm not sure any of it will be ready to share with you this week. Hopefully soon.

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Did anyone else have a productive weekend?
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25 comments:

  1. DebraMarch 30, 2009 at 5:53 AM

    Oh I am curious. Your project does look like fun. Congrats on the no shopping-you're doing great!

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  2. JuliaMarch 30, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    Wow, that blue looks super intriguing! :) My weekend was full of purging and treats!

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  3. paulaMarch 30, 2009 at 7:28 AM

    Can't wait to see the finished product. I can't believe the hiatus is almost over.

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  4. please sirMarch 30, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    Ohh I'm curious too - so productive!

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  5. MouseMarch 30, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    Productive. Hm. I unpacked, does that count?

    Go you. You have all this resolve and stuff.

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  6. VanessaMarch 30, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    I cracked on my no-shopping. Bought two lipsticks, but scored a bunch of free swag! I'm glad you're doing better than I am!

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  7. Wondering HelenMarch 30, 2009 at 8:40 AM

    Enticing! Can't wait to find out what's up ...

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  8. Amanda NicoleMarch 30, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    What a perfect shade of blue for spring! Reminds me of robin eggs and playgrounds.

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  9. CharMarch 30, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    congrats on the no shopping - I couldn't hold out. but I did participate in the earth hour.

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  10. Cupcakes and CashmereMarch 30, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    can't wait to see what you're up to!

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  11. KateMarch 30, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    I'm on a shopping hiatus as well and I find it so damn hard with the seasons changing! I keep thinking to myself how I need new clothes for spring, when really that's only 25% true. It's so hard!

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  12. Kristin @ Petal and ThornMarch 30, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    What did I do this weekend? Something I rarely do- shopping! Don't be jealous :) I got 2 bridesmaids dresses to choose from. Might need your help deciding!

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  13. Saver QueenMarch 30, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    Our weekend was productive but not quite as productive as we'd hoped! But we did make some amazing bread and pita bread!

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  14. erinnMarch 30, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    online shopping carts are great that way. Add a bunch of stuff, walk away from the computer. Doesn't work as well in Target.

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  15. LynneMarch 30, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    I actually had a very productive weekend - now that I'm back at work I'm actually get a lot more done in my spare time!

    But my being productive is just everyone else's normal - I changed a lightbulb in my bedroom which has been blown for about two months now.

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  16. Jess LCMarch 30, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    Loving that robins egg/turquoise color on the wood frames.. I can't wait to see what you are making!

    As for myself this weekend was relaxing and filled with cooking. Oh yeah, with a random Chicago snow storm thrown in, too.

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  17. CarleneMarch 30, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    Totally feel you on the non-shopping sutff. I've been trying to be good myself. Can't wait to see your finished project! :)

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  18. Grace@PoeticHomeMarch 30, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    Oooh, I'm looking forward to the project you have in store!

    My weekend was quite productive. Lots of packing, donating, and organizing in preparation for the move. For a few months, I shall live vicariously through your home projects as I become a short-term nomad ;)

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  19. JoslynMarch 30, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    oooh this looks excellent. can't wait for the reveal!

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  20. Miss | AMarch 30, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    love that blue! can't wait to see...are they frames? looks familiar.....things around here are pretty busy too!

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  21. JoyceMarch 30, 2009 at 8:00 PM

    I like the color of blue you are painting the frames.

    Yahoo on week 11! What will you buy once you meet your goal?

    Enjoy! xoxo

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  22. PS~ErinMarch 30, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    I just love that "almost shopping"! For some reason it just seems to help settle the urges a bit. Congratulations on your constraint! Looks like a productive weekend for you... Love that blue color! We did a litttle garage cleanout/organization this weekend. Feels good to get some stuff done!

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  23. JoytiMarch 30, 2009 at 11:44 PM

    What lovely color combinations...

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  24. pve designMarch 31, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    Yes, we did have a productive weekend, wrapping up the ski season and getting back to having our weekends a bit looser. After no shopping, I have a wish list in the waiting. I get excited about it, just waiting. It feels like a little Christmas is coming.

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  25. UnknownMarch 31, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    is this you making frames?

    I DIDNT KNOW YOU MAKE FRAMES!

    super cool. i wanna learn!

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