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Across the Fence:  Buy Nothing Summer-HOW'S IT GOING?  |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
1573 Posts |
 Posted - May 23 2007 : 07:39:10 AM
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| I signed up on your blog!!! I guess I'll have to use all my will power not to browse everyone's cute etsy stores for a while!!! |
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threebusybees
True Blue Farmgirl
222 Posts
Mandi
Myrtle Beach
South Carolina
222 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 08:26:21 AM
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Ok I signed up! Your blog is really cute and easy going. I like that, plus anyone who likes Harry Potter is thumbs up in my veiw! Can I still pay for my book? What about going to see the movie?Kidding but seriously can we forgo dinner out to go to the movie?
Mandi
"There will no longer be so many pleasant things to look at if responsible people do not do something about the unpleasant ones." Madeleine L"Engle |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 10:07:25 AM
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Okay, the Buy Nothing Summer blog has been created:
http://buynothingsummer.blogspot.com
If you want to sign up, send me an email either through the MJF site here or directly to yogurtandgranola AT gmail DOT com and I'll send you an invitation to be a blog author.
There are no strict "rules" for everyone to follow. Each participant will sign up with their own set of rules that fits his or her unique situation. So, yes, money for the Harry Potter book is perfectly acceptable! It's just an exercise to get us to explore our spending habits and cut back for a period of time to catch our collective breath.
The blog is a way for us to encourage and inspire each other to stick with it!
Catherine
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
1573 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 11:30:14 AM
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| I sent you an e-mail. |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 11:37:20 AM
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This is a great and freeing idea!
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 11:40:02 AM
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Got it, mima! Just sent you an invitation too.
(Everyone, be sure to send me an email to sign up so you can get signed up on the blog too. I need your email addresses for that.)
This is fun! I'm already inspired by the interest of fellow Farmgirls!
Catherine
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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Mikki
True Blue Farmgirl
1510 Posts
Mikki
Austin
Indiana
USA
1510 Posts |
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mom2knk
True Blue Farmgirl
321 Posts
Blanche
So Cal
321 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 1:42:41 PM
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| This is a very neat idea and I would love to participate as well......sending you an email!! |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 2:31:20 PM
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| I'm in - I actually read a book about a writer in the east somewhere who did this for a year. Pretty interesting. |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 4:02:51 PM
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I heard about that writer on NPR and it's stuck in my head ever since. I think she lived in NYC of all places! If she can do it there for a year, I can certainly do it here for one summer!
mom2knk, mikesgirl and deniselantz...got all three of you and have sent invitations. Fun!
Catherine :)
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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Peg Graham
True Blue Farmgirl
281 Posts
Peg
Chesapeake
Virginia
USA
281 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 4:25:07 PM
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We did this for an entire year when my husband got laid off from his job in 1999. It can be done! We paid off all our debts with his severence check and saved money by:
1. not eating out at all- we ate the food storage we had built up
2. discontinued cable-we watched videos we already had
3. no payed entertainment- played family board games (lots of cards), baked together, took walks, went to dairy farms to watch cows being milked, talked to neighbors, enjoyed life.
4. didn't buy gifts- I stamped handmade cards and made homemade gifts from crafts stuff I already owned for holidays for family and friends.
5. didn't buy clothing- asked for hand-me-downs from family and friends and used that.
6. didn't pay for haircuts- had a hair trimmer, so husband started zipping the guys hair and I trimmed my bangs and let my hair grow long.
7. instead of buying new furniture (we thought we needed)- we sewed (ok...my husband sewed) our own sofa cushions, pillows, curtains with fabric we got on sale at a big discount day one year for $60 and husband sanded the old coffee table and varnished it for a brand new look.
8. saved money on other groceries- we picked veggies in my Pop's garden to eat.
9. saved gas- by only going to one store for almost everything twice per month(yes....Walmart)...and when husband was job hunting-he'd make sure to make any stops on the way home to save on making another trip out.
10. never bought scrapbook supplies (I scrapbook)...instead- I got a job at the scrapbook store teaching classes and any store credit went towards scrapbook stuff I wanted. I didn't even print photos for a year...that was a tough one for me.
We used it up, wore it out and make good use of everything! We gained some respect for a simpler life and reconnected with each member of the family. We prayed. We counted our blessings, We humbled ourselves. We actually are thankful for that 'Season' in our lives.
miles of smiles~
Peg |
Edited by - Peg Graham on May 23 2007 4:28:11 PM |
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 4:29:08 PM
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| Just sent you an e-mail. Only way I could do it. Thanks! Susan |
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
146 Posts |
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 4:39:06 PM
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I have sent my email also. I just love this and thanks for doing it. There are some great ways to get around the way we all spend to much on things we do not need. We have never had cable here. I check out movies from the library and books too.
I only purchase clothes on sales and then they are what my kids call the geranimal collection. Just about everything goes with everything and are stlyes that do not go out of fashion. If I want something special I make it or wear new jewelry I have made.
We eat locally. I enjoy my farm so I do not feel the need to spend time in town where just about the only thing you can do is eat out of shop. I am very excited about this program but I would say that if you find the need to purchase something make sure it is from one of the talented ladies here at MaryJane or those of use on etsy. We still have to make a living but at least you will be supporting those of us who share your loves, passions and secret desires. Good Luck Everyone.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
http://www.flickr.com/photos/larkspurfunnyfarm |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 6:45:58 PM
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| What a great idea! I will have to consider trying this. I am not sure how "on board" fiance will be, but seeing as how he signs his checks over to me... ;) |
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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
1014 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2007 : 7:08:28 PM
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If I could just stay out of Half priced Books & away from fabric for sale (Joanns, Quilt shops, Wally's).
I would do Great.
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BotanicalBath@peoplepc.com
www.Botanical-Bath.com
"I do my housework in the nude. It gives me an incentive to clean the mirrors as quickly as possible." |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - May 29 2007 : 07:44:43 AM
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Wow! With so many cool Farmgirls signing up and posting to the Buy Nothing Summer blog (http://buynothingsummer.blogspot.com), this is turning out to be one cool, cool summer project. It's not just for Farmgirls though, invite your other friends and family members too. My husband, Dan, made his first blog post (ever!) to this blog this weekend and is really enjoying it.
(Send an email to yogurtandgranola AT gmail DOT com to sign up for the blog!)
Catherine :)
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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Past Blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Brenda
Orchard Prairie
WA
USA
1083 Posts |
Posted - May 29 2007 : 11:11:29 AM
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Just sent you an email, Catherine. Please include me! I will still actively buy antiques, as that is my business and method of helping support our family, but I will not buy for myself or home. The best thing for me is to avoid the mall and when I do need to go to Walmart, have a set list beforehand that I do not allow myself to waiver from. Thanks for the push!
Brenda
Past Blessings . . . Celebrating Life as it used to be . . . when people loved God, loved their families and loved their country. |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - May 29 2007 : 2:53:47 PM
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Hey all!
Just a quick note: if you've sent me an email to sign up for the Buy Nothing Summer blog, then I sent you an invitation to be a blog author and you need to check your email. There's a bit of confusion on that one, but just check your email, accept the invitation and poof! you're a blog author.
Please note: Since there are NO specific rules for this Buy Nothing Summer, you certainly DON'T HAVE to be a blog author to be a Buy Nothing Summer Camper. However you want to participate is great. Whether you post essays, lists, articles or comment on other people's posts...it's all good. No pressure whatsoever!!
Happy time buying nothing!!!
Catherine :)
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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vintagegrl
True Blue Farmgirl
280 Posts
Jeanette
NH
USA
280 Posts |
Posted - May 29 2007 : 3:38:13 PM
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Catherine,
Sent you an email. Want to join in the fun! |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2007 : 08:23:24 AM
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Welcome to the Buy Nothing Summer! Today is the first day and begins a summer of less buying, less wanting and less worrying about money all the time. Visit our blog http://buynothingsummer.blogspot.com to learn more about what everyone is up to and how each person/family is coming up with their own "rules" for the summer.
If you've signed up to join us for Buy Nothing Summer, then you've received an email invitation to be a blog author. Check your email, follow the instructions there and you're all set.
Happy Buy Nothing Summer, everyone!
Catherine
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com
Buy Nothing Summer Blog: http://buynothingsummer.blogspot.com |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2007 : 08:36:13 AM
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oh gurlfrenz .. i sure admire your dreams .. but i swear .. you'd have to hog-tie me .. toss me in a pit and cover me up with cement .. and still .. i bet'cha i would find a way to claw my way out and crawl to an antiques shoppe!
True Friends, Frannie
CABIN CREEK FARM
KENTUCKY
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2007 : 09:20:29 AM
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| I've been trying to get on your blog but everytime I try, my google id and password won't work. I even tried signing up all over again, but no luck. I'm stumped. I can get onto other blogs. |
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