25 January 2009

How to have a Fun & Frugal Christmas

Christmas was so fun this year! This was the first year Hiram really knew what was going on and Hiram and Olivia both thought that the baby was their present, they really didn't want anything else. They were thrilled however when they woke up to presents. Yes, for those of you wondering, that is our only tree. It is difficult to get into the Christmas mood when it is 85 degrees and the view from your back window consists of waving palm trees reflected in the water! Don't let my rambling keep you from shoveling snow!
Hiram's Haul:
Viewmaster and some reels (vintage) - $5, auction
Hungry Hungry Hippo & Hi Ho Cherry O - $4, thrift store
The Friend, magazine - $8, new
Total - $17
Skippy's Surprises:
Kitchen - $10, craigslist (yes, $10!)
Cooking Utensils - $3, Dollar Tree
Mr. Potato Head - $3, consignment store
Total - $16
Beautiful Bailey:
Christmas PJ's (in picture) - $3, consignment store
Total - $3 (Labor & Delivery billed separately!)
Grand Total - $36
Proving you can have a fun & frugal Christmas!

3 comments:

Amy R. said...

I LOVE IT!! How inspiring!. Bailey is a beautiful name. Congratulations to all of you.

Colton Anne said...

$10 on that kitchen..what a steal! I love deals like that! I love craigslist! :)

What's up with the Walkers! said...

I can't believe I just now found your blog...All of this time, you already have three kids, last I heard it was one. Shows how out of it I am. I see you have our blog though, I'm glad I promise to follow yours now that I finally discovered it:) It's great to see your family, how sweet!