Tips to Second hand shopping
Go with a list Whether it is gifts, clothing or décor you’re looking for… make a list! Write down what birthdays are coming up along...
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SGM-The Staples you need to start a ‘Buy Nothing New Challenge”
1. Sewing kit-just the basics…. Thread (basic colours; black, white, navy, red), needles (go for the wide eyelets, much easier to...
Buy Nothing New: Year Long Journey, 10 & 11th month update
Ok, so this experience is now shocking to us, we’re about a month away from completing a WHOLE YEAR of buying nothing new?!?!?? Nothing...
“Nothing-new” Gift giving guide for the “LOVE” holidays
We have a few celebrated moments coming up that affect us all. We have Valentines day (which some people just refer to as a “Hallmark”...
A Challenging Moment….That lead to “Buying Something New”!
My (Nina) husband had booked and planned a family getaway to Blue Mountain for a week of fun and ski, leaving Boxing Day afternoon. ...
What items to buy second hand…
1. Kids toys There are so many options when it comes to buying second hand kids toys. You can venture to virtually any thrift shop...
Making your OWN Trends
We are honestly so lucky to be in a generation where ‘anything goes’ with décor and fashion! In fact, we are ENCOURAGED more than ever to...
5th Month Journal: Buy Nothing New
IT’S. NOT. GETTING. EASIER…. this is our 5 month update :) Nina’s Update: Within the 5 month mark, our family went through a pretty big...
3rd Month Journal: Buy Nothing New
Nina's two sense Both Sam and I have to agree…this.is.harder.than.we.thought! We came in strong to this challenge, feeling quite proud...
Vlog: Making it Minimal - Episode 2
Can you believe it's summer?! We hope you enjoyed Canada's 150th Birthday:) Finally after technical difficulties I have added Episode two...
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