Monthly Archives: August 2013

Recently enjoyed things

Posted on August 29, 2013 by figsandtwigs

* Wandering along all the wonderful vintage stalls at Polka Dot vintage market . Seriously every little girl (& big girl) needs a Barbie wearing cute retro clothing!!! * Enjoying days of sunshine at the beach. We spent 4 days … Continue reading →

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Upcycling old sheets: painting apron

Posted on August 24, 2013 by figsandtwigs

There is nothing funner than giving new life to something old. I never throw away old sheets they are so handy for a tonne of things; rags for cleaning (household/tools), upcycled into cushions, teepees tents for the kids,fairy wings, the … Continue reading →

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Thriftshop styling

Posted on August 20, 2013 by figsandtwigs

When I was a teenager I was embarrassed that a lot of our clothes were thrifted but now Im more embarrassed about how I was embarrassed. This was at a time where my parents split & for a few years … Continue reading →

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The tiny garden: Trying to start a veggie garden

Posted on August 15, 2013 by figsandtwigs

Frugal August is not going too well. I may of broken the rules & bought a replacement rice cooker & then a Tefal Actifry (so I can cook with less oil in an attempt to eat healthier). Another way to … Continue reading →

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On the road again: Busselton Jetty

Posted on August 9, 2013 by figsandtwigs

Last week I was getting a bit of cabin fever with all the rainy weather & decided on a roadtrip. Its not often I get to catch up with my older sister Myriam & family. She lives a few hours … Continue reading →

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Living small

Posted on August 7, 2013 by figsandtwigs

One way this family of 3 living on 1 income keeps costs low is we live in a 2 bedroom house. While most of lovely friends live comfortably sprawled out in a 3 bedroom plus games room house we make … Continue reading →

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Dollars & sense

Posted on August 4, 2013 by figsandtwigs

Well July has been a tough month financially with a gazillion birthdays & entertainment expenses, the water/council rates due anytime now, a $900 heater repair bill, my timing belt on my car due to be replaced, & being a family … Continue reading →

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