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Archive for November, 2012

OOTD – The Eyes Have It

Hello friends and happy Saturday, “Shop Small Business Saturday” which is a wonderful event to promote and support local businesses during the holiday season. Before shopping locally in Middletown I had to pick up my new glasses from Halpern Eye Care and was excited to get them. When I went in for my annual appointment I spent well over an hour trying on different frames to find just the right ones and I think this time I did! I chose a sunglasses frame by the Guess brand and they fit my face just as I wanted them too. It didn’t hurt that the case is a leopard print although it’s large and bulky.

Halpern Eye Care, Middletown, DE

Guess Sunglass frames

The winter weather is knocking on the back door so I had to break out the bin of sweaters, this one belonged to my sister and is one of my favorites. I love these fingerless gloves which were purchased several years ago from Kmart. Jeans and purse were thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill), scarf purchased from “The Bag Lady” Home Purse Party, boots are closet staples, earrings from Rugged Wearhouse and XOXO Sunnies were won in a Penny Chic contest.

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I hope you have a fantabulous evening – Smooches!


OOTD – Black Friday

Hello friends and Happy Fri-Yay, Black Friday! I hope you all had a good day and if you were out shopping for deals you found some great ones! I started my day early but didn’t get out of the house until almost noon. I went to Goodwill for a little thrifting and tomorrow all clothing is 50% off so I’ll definitely be going back. This evening I attended a Home Purse Party with a friend and purchased a nice designer inspired Michael Kors bag.

I wore my black jeans and jacket today for Black Friday but changed my top, boots and bag for the Purse Party.

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Have a wonderful night – Smooches!

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OOTD – Happy Thanksgiving

Hello friends and Happy Thanksgiving, I hope you all had a blessed day and are now relaxing comfortably in warmth and gratitude. I pray for all who are without the basics and that are suffering from any misfortune. God has blessed me and my family and for that I am truly thankful.

This year I made a small meal consisting of an 8 lb. turkey, collard greens, sweet potato casserole, and mac and cheese. My mother-in-law was transferred to Heartland Hospice so hubby spent the day with her, the boys and I just grabbed a plate and sat at the table. This was only the 2nd time since the death of my grandmother that I didn’t set the dining room table, but it didn’t take away from the spirit of the day.

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Dinner is done and now I am plopped on the sofa, hubby and son went to Walmart for the 10:00 sale, to get a 40″ TV. He just called, they are giving out 98 tickets and there are approximately 60 people in line. They are inside waiting, hubby in his stadium chair so we may be getting a new tv tonight – yay! I may drive down to capture a few pictures, oops no can do (Barefoot).

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Black leggings and animal print dress – Ross

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God continues to rain down his blessings!


OOTD – Thanksgiving Eve

Hello friends and Happy Thanksgiving Eve!

I had to work today – BOO – I get to dress casually – YAY – I get to leave early – DOUBLE YAY!

I am wishing you and  your families a very happy and safe Thanksgiving weekend and I do hope that you all enjoy being together with people that you love or just like a little bit

God Bless us all!

 

 

Zebra Print top – GW Boutique (Goodwill) // Hotkissclothing Purple Jeans – Citi Trends // Black Loafers – Citi Trends


OOTD – Thrifted & Target Tuesday

Hello friends and Happy Tuesday before Thanksgiving

Yesterday, after work I met with two representatives from The Money School of Delaware.  They had read my post, “From Purses to Portfolios” and were so impressed that they offered me an opportunity to create their blog as well as host various training webinars.  Attending events and writing about women’s issues mixed with the fashion and savings was exactly where I wanted to take this blog.  Now that this has come to fruition so quickly I want to thank God for I am truly blessed and look forward to working with some great people at The Money School.

I will keep you posted as to when it goes live because it will be separate from my dedivahdeals blog.

 

Blazer and Top – thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill) // Pencil Skirt – Target // Chinese Laundry Suede Pumps – DSW

 

Linking up with Frugal Living and More – hop on over to find some great deals & savings

 

 

HAVE A FANTABULOUS DAY – SMOOCHES!

 


OOTD – Thrifted & Target Tuesday

Hello friends and Happy Tuesday before Thanksgiving

Yesterday, after work I met with two representatives from The Money School of Delaware.  They had read my post, “From Purses to Portfolios” and were so impressed that they offered me an opportunity to create their blog as well as host various training webinars.  Attending events and writing about women’s issues mixed with the fashion and savings was exactly where I wanted to take this blog.  Now that this has come to fruition so quickly I want to thank God for I am truly blessed and look forward to working with some great people at The Money School.

I will keep you posted as to when it goes live because it will be separate from my dedivahdeals blog.

 

Blazer and Top – thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill) // Pencil Skirt – Target // Chinese Laundry Suede Pumps – DSW

 

Linking up with Frugal Living and More – hop on over to find some great deals & savings

 

 

HAVE A FANTABULOUS DAY – SMOOCHES!

 


OOTD – Totally Thrifted

Hello friends and Happy Monday before Thanksgiving 2012!

Weekends seem to fly by and this one was no exception especially since I spent most of yesterday washing and pressing all of my thrifted Goodwill goodies.  Sometimes I wonder how a silk blouse or cute skirt could have been donated but then I think about all the items I’ve donated over the years and say, “yep, it was too small, too big or my closet is just too full!”

I simply adore these shoes and am amazed that I found them in blue as well – jackpot!

Black skirt was previously thrifted from Goodwill in Exton, PA and the belt was purchased back in the ’80’s

 

Linking up with Tough Cookie Mommy  – hop on over and meet a new blogger

HAVE A FANTABULOUS AFTERNOON – SMOOCHES!

 

Let the countdown begin!

 


OOTD – Sunday Shopping

Hello friends and Happy Sunday I hope you had a wonderful weekend and are anxiously looking forward to next week. This year we are not having a big Thanksgiving dinner because my son has to work and my mother-in- law is hospitalized battling intestinal cancer.
I ask that you keep her in your thoughts and prayers during this time, thank you.

Although we are not having a big Thanksgiving dinner I still needed to grocery shop and today it wasn’t a chore. I did however, feel sorry for some running around quickly filling their carts like crazy spending way too much!
My casual attire along with my casual attitude allowed me to better compare prices, use a lot of coupons and save a little money.

 

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Jeans and top – Walmart // Color blocked loafers – Citi Trends // Scarf – Burlington Coat Factory

Have a fantabulous night – Smooches!


Citi Trends – Holiday Stocking Stuffers

Hello friends, I hope you had a great day and are now either relaxing or busily preparing for Thanksgiving dinner. Last Saturday while in Dover we stopped in at Citi Trends where they had some cute and unique holiday stocking stuffers for all ages. Black Friday the store will open at 7:00 am with advertised specials for $7.99. I will not be out shopping but if you plan on being out and about please be safe and have lots of fun.

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I bought these purple jeans – wore them today

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Can’t decide, there’s always a gift card.

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Happy Shopping – Smooches!


Goodwill Goodies – Part 2

Hello friends and happy Saturday night, I am posting Part 2 of my Goodwill Goodies from Smyrna. Last month while shopping my closet I realized that I was in need of long sleeve blouses to wear under blazers. Today I thrifted mostly dark colors but next week I will be back hunting for more colorful ones because on Saturday all clothing will be 50% off – Woohoo!

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All these items were $3.75 each

– Croft & Barrow zebra print top
– no tag top
– CATO animal print skirt (new with tags)
– Fred David beige/black blouse
– Jessica Holbrook 100% silk blouse
– Cosi Crest Collection (men’s) shirt
– Dress Barn light green suede shirt

Finally found a white blouse, Pendleton

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These Karen Scott Oxblood suede shoes were $4.00

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This location always has a wide variety of shoes, these caught my attention but weren’t my size.

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To clean and disinfect thrifted shoes I use Clorox and disinfecting spray inside, outside and on the soles.

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It was a good day!

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