Craigslist dresser makeover

Remember my awesome craigslist find I wrote about here? Well, I was finally able to finish the makeover. I love how it turned out and it has completely transformed our bedroom, providing lots of storage. Here’s the Before.

It was in pretty good shape, but the  color made it look dated and tired. Some primer, and a few coats of paint later, I have the dresser of my dreams.

I know there are a lot of things on top of the dresser, but I couldn’t wait to show you until I figured out the best way to use the space. Here are a few more shots.

What do you think?
Hugs,
Iuliana

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1 Month, $0 Budget challenge

I have been looking for new ways to set goals and actually accomplish them. I am one of those cheesy people, that likes to make resolutions, and strongly believes a new year is a new page, and new chance for change. My husband believes you can/should make changes now, as opposed to having the 'I'll start on Monday' mentality. 


One of the bloggers I follow, Full of Great Ideas, extended the 1 month, 0$ challenge for January 12. I took an the challenge and today is the first day. 

The idea is that you basically spend $0 on non-essentials. That means, no crafting supplies, no groupons, no eating out, no buying food until everything is gone. Saving money, and using what we have is a great way to start the year in a financially responsible manner. Stephanie at Full of Great Ideas explains it better. Head over to her blog and see if this is something you would like to do.


I am really excited to give this challenge a try and be conscious about my spending choices, especially since we are kinda poor. Ok, I admit it, we're poor. I wasn't going to post anything personal on this blog, but I guess it's hard to detach myself from this blog. This will be an awesome opportunity to re-evaluate my habits, organize my life, use what I have, be resourceful, creative and most of all have control over my money, as opposed to the other way around.


Are you thinking of doing it? Let's try together!


Hugs,

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