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Things I Can Wear and So Can You

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I have always gravitated towards flowy and loose tops. Before I lost the weight that I did pre-wedding, no one thought I needed to lose anything by looking at me. And when I would say I was dieting, they would tell me some tale of me being out of my mind- that I looked fine [...]

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$50 Fridays: OOOOOOHHHH Baby!

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Whew! It was a very busy beginning of 2010 for the Der Family with anniversary, birthdays, Valentine’s day, new weiner dog… and even all that wasn’t enough for us.  Well, people of the internet world, I’m with child. I am 10 weeks preggers with our first baby and couldn’t be more tired, nauseous or more thrilled! [...]

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Something Cute to Catch the Rouge Food

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In our household, we use placemats at every meal. No, we aren’t all fancy pants. We are messy. We need that extra coverage that a placemat gives for all the drips and drops and glops that may come a fallin while we are hurling food into our mouths. I like mine to be cute too. [...]

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Somewhere to Rest My Bum

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I have long since dreamed of one day planting one of these funky and colorful patterned chairs in my home. I haven’t yet found the perfect one, but boy when I do.. it’s on like Donkey Kong!

Target, Clybourne Loft Upholstered Chair
Target, Gerber Upholstered Chair- Surf
Target, Medallion Button Tufted Welted Chair
Target, Canary Print Armless [...]

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Sassy Swimwear

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The one piece used to not have the flair that it has today. Now you can be fully covered and still be sassy and as sexy as ever. I actually think these may be a little better… you know, leaving more for the imagination unlike some of those butt floss bikinis.

Walmart, Womens Shirred Halter Swimsuit
Walmart, [...]

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Things I Love Under $10.00

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I think the title speaks volumes here, but there are some great deals and steals that should scooped up FAST. I mean, ruffles, springy color, and fun accessories… all under a 10 spot. Wow, now that’s what I call a bargain.

Forever21, Ruffle Knit Top – I was gifted this at my birthday time and I [...]

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$50 Fridays: Orange Ya Glad It’s Friday!

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It’s been a long week over here on this end and man am I glad to see Friday and glad to see this beautiful bright shade of orange paired with some turquoise… a favorite color combo of the ladies of Tipsy Society. So happy and springy!

Walmart, George Women’s Ribbed VNeck Top
Old Navy, Pom Pom Fringe [...]

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Love Me a Good Skirt in the Springtime

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We had our first glimpse of Spring here in the Lone Star State. I know that’s still a wee bit early for many of you, but the sun will be beaming off the sweatbeads on our foreheads before we know it. An easy, breezy bottom for the warmer weather is a bright and airy skirt. [...]

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Decorating on a Dime: Room Essentials

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Target has made all my dreams come true with the Room Essentials line of home goods. You can refashion a room for dirt cheap with these items. Check it out!

Target, Room Essentials Aqua/Green Floral Comforter
Target, Room Essentials Bin
Target, Room Essentials Collage Frame
Target, Room Essentials Circle Rug
Target, Room Essentials Basic Modern Rug
Target, Room Essentials Stick Lamp [...]

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Decorating on a Dime: Hometrends

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That is always a fun show to watch on HGTV, but I like to see how I can do in the real world. I’m a bargain home shopper too. Let’s just say it’s safe to say that I’m a bargain shopper in general, on just about everything. Well, here are some great frugalista finds for [...]

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$50 Fridays: Hamptons Chic

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This outfit looks like a pool party in the Hamptons, without the Hamptons kind of price tag. This dress is absolutely gorgeous…. way to go Target!

Etsy, Sparkley Red Flowers
Forever21, Grecian Braided Strap Sandal
Merona, Kennedy Dress

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