You should never use the excuse “I can’t afford it” when it comes to crafting and here’s why. I do a number of crafts but one I spend a lot of time on is cross stitch embroidery. Over the last four years since our economy has been in the sewer I have been more resourceful in where I buy supplies.
Welcome to the world of thrifting. I shop Flea markets, yard sales, and most often auctions. The last place you would buy crafting supplies, right? You would be surprised. Over the last four years, I probably have spent less than $50 a year on supplies. I have bought multiple boxes of yarn, large boxes of cross stitch patterns, mixed craft supplies, and more. It is too the point that most of the auctioneers will point those items out to me prior to the sale. Here is just a sample from my latest purchase.
Sitting in what we affectionately call a “goodie box” underneath a table was this large binder full of thread and in the box was an array of cross stitch fabric, Scissors and more. I spent a whopping $5 for the box and the binder. The binder looked to be in poor condition so I really was not expecting the thread to be any good. In desperation one night when I failed to find a particular thread in my thread boxes I opened up the binder and quickly found the thread I needed. The thread was on a card that was enclosed in a zip lock bag carefully pulling a strand off the card I held my breath waiting to see if it was any good. On inspection the color looked good but was it weakened with age. I threaded my need and began stitching. Amazingly the thread seemed to be in good shape most likely because of the zip lock bag. On first inspection this binder was the one piece I thought I was going to have to throw out. So glad I didn’t.
So the next time you are in need of supplies, why not venture out to your local auction. You might be surprised at what you will find.
Have a great day, and take a moment to thank God for it
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