My formica countertops make three appearances in this post. I’m out here being a formica influencer. 😉
Ok, four formica pictures, counting this one
Do you all wanna run out and exchange your granite countertops so you can match me??
In all seriousness, I do actually kind of like their practicality, even if they are not the latest and greatest in kitchen styles.
1. I listed two items on eBay
As I was cleaning up my room this weekend, I came across a book I finished, and also a promotional item that came with my perfume (Burberry Her, in case you wanted to know!)
So, I listed both of them on eBay. Yay me!
One of them (the book) sold almost immediately, so I dropped it off at the post office last night after my clinical shift.
2. I signed up for the student version of Spotify Premium
I figure I might as well hop on the $5.99/month train while I am a college student!
I did have to make a new account to do this, so all of my playlists are gone. But honestly, I’m kind of glad.
Music tends to be very tied to particular times in my life, and so my playlist had some songs that held unpleasant associations for me. It’s good to get a fresh start!
3. I got a few deals at CVS
I noticed I had some rewards in my account, so I popped in and got three bottles of Maui Moisture $3 each after my discounts) plus two peanut butter eggs for Zoe (Easter clearance, $0.95 apiece).
4. I got some more birthday freebies
I popped into the mall and got two pairs of almost free undies from two different stores, and also a free cookie from Potbelly.
5. I packed all my food for clinical
The cafeteria at this rural hospital is actually quite affordable, but still probably not as cheap as eating packed food.
I brought pulled pork (from my freezer) and roasted sweet potatoes, and I topped both with some chipotle mayo. I also brought sliced mango, sliced oranges, and some trail mix.
And of course, I ate breakfast and made my coffee at home before I left.
Your turn! What frugal things have you been up to lately?
P.S. I didn’t get to respond to comments yesterday because I was at the hospital. I did read them all now, though, and this morning I went through and responded to some. Thanks for all your dress input! I’ll keep you updated about what I decide.
Meg L
Thursday 25th of April 2024
I wish I had Formica counters! Not that wild about granite. In another 5 or 10 (at the most!) years, people will be saying, Ugh! This granite is SO outdated! I wonder what will be the next trend?! :-)
Isa
Wednesday 24th of April 2024
Formica counters here too! And oak cabinets.
* I will not remodel the kitchen. This is not our forever home, maybe another 10-15 years (until the kids leave). So, whoever buys the house can remodel it to their taste.
* Packing lunch for work, everyday
* Vacation week coming up. No big plans for it (= cheap). I want to READ. Books from the library. I know, I lead a very exciting life!! lol
* Booked for a extra shift prior to my vacation. I try to make up the vacation days by working more around it (I don't get paid for my vacation)
* Got treated to a restaurant meal by hubby. We pool our money together for all the necessities, then each get a fix amount per month to spend as we wish, so while this is still technically my money, well... it's not.
Julia
Wednesday 24th of April 2024
This week’s frugality started on Sunday with a monthly outdoor Freestore (first of the season) where you bring things you don’t want and just take what you do want. I got a t-shirt, a tie hanger for DH, wool socks, 2 books, an amaryllis bulb, and I found a nickel in a coin purse. Took the nickel left the purse. And I got rid of 4 boxes of stuff. Next stop was an indoor clothing swap at one of my favorite restaurant bar. Got rid of a 40 gallon bag of clothes and came home with a few new pieces for spring and summer plus a very jazzy dressy coat. I did spent $12 on a beer and bruschetta but got to visit with so many friends at both events. This same restaurant hosts a Sip n Swap book change every other month in conjunction with our county library system. They provide appetizers and pizza we pay for our own drinks. Looking firer to that next month! Trying to use up food we have but I do need to get a few staples. I’ll stop at t tractor supply today to use my free $10 reward coupon before it expires.
Vallie D
Wednesday 24th of April 2024
The new Formica counters are almost impossible tell from stone. I remember nearly 20 years ago, one of the smaller houses in our neighborhood was being listed for sale,($120,00! Those were the days) and the realtor told them they had to put in granite countertops in order to sell it! It was so ridiculous
1- made soup from Easter ham bone and dried beans 2- decided to stop drinking pop so bought some lemonade mixers to just sprinkle into plain water (they’re too strong full recipe) 3-my Father in law who lives with us is now under hospice care and so I asked for some medical supplies that he would normally have had to pay for. They’re wonderful!! 4-brought dirt up from my compost pile to amend my garden and I think it will be enough to not purchase more 5-a week late, but we didn’t owe any taxes and that’s huge as we had sold a property and I was ready for a big hit
Sadlebred
Tuesday 23rd of April 2024
Probably not as much frugal as I should. I have, however, kept my laminate countertops that are *supposed* to look like granite for 15+ years now. They are still in great shape.