Buying things for a life I don't lead

[Ally]

Apr 11, 2012 21:55:56 GMT -5 einsteinsdesk said:

There's one thought that really helps me when I am tempted to splurge on home accessories. All those gorgeous houses featured on shelter blogs & magazines & catalogs are clean. None of the items on display would look half as nice in a pile of paper or trash, or stuffed in a bin. Therefore, cleanliness itself is THE number one most important "accessory" for a home.

What an insightful thought!

btw, When I first read some of this thread I didn't think it applied to me too much. I don't have a bunch of clothes around I hope to fit in some day. I do have a few that I don't wear, but I think could be useful if I am invited to a wedding or similar event.

I now see that I did buy yarn and fabric for projects I didn't have time to finish, when I had multiple unstarted/unfinished projects at home already. So in that way it does apply.

[freedom13]

Thanks for the bump, Ally.

When I first saw the title of the thread, my heart just stopped. So so so true.

Important thread -- please favorite??

[howardsgirlfriend]

What freedom13 said.

[Celeste]

Jun 30, 2012 12:55:38 GMT -5 freedom13 said:

Important thread -- please favorite??

I agree. Done!

[indecisive75]

Thanks for this thread... I just came across it - was reading on amnesty and followed a link ...... Like many others, I can relate to this. A life I dream about. I too dream about having dinner parties with friends coming over. But in reality I dont dare invite people over, or only have the closest one or two to come over, because we are so messy. Or else a party is such a pain because we have to do so much clearing up beforehand, that we put off doing it....

[bitemenco]

You people are in my head thinking my thoughts!!! However, it prompted me to post to my local crafting group and ask if anyone wants the glass painting supplies I have. I'd rather rehome them with a friend, but if it comes to it, I'll post them on freecycle and give them away.