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Post by mikklynn on Dec 3, 2017 21:18:23 GMT
I did buy a package of gingham and polka dot papers at TM Friday. It was $6.99, so not too much damage.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2017 23:41:33 GMT
So I'm turning the thermostat WAY down and hoping to be able to achieve frozen status for 2018. I have one sub that I will continue, otherwise I'm done. The only BF I purchased was my wish list at Felicity Jane. With the money running out the door at this time of year it should be much easier to not be buying! How are the rest of you getting on? ' I used my Michaels gift card for BF, but now I am with you. No purchases for 2018. I did cancel my sub, but that was because there are 7 months of kits unopened. I think I’ll be ok.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Dec 4, 2017 21:55:08 GMT
Just read the thread...you guys crack me up. You all do a terrible job of being frozen. Just kidding. I am queen of the mini stash. I am perpetually in the refrigerator. I've got a crop coming up at the end of January so I might splurge and buy some stuff after I go through my photos and kits and see what I need. I did go to Michaels and buy adhesives yesterday. And I need some page protectors.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 5, 2017 13:52:14 GMT
Just read the thread...you guys crack me up. You all do a terrible job of being frozen. Just kidding. I am queen of the mini stash. I am perpetually in the refrigerator. I've got a crop coming up at the end of January so I might splurge and buy some stuff after I go through my photos and kits and see what I need. I did go to Michaels and buy adhesives yesterday. And I need some page protectors. It’s a process...lol I know for me, I have saved just not getting my sub this month and I always bought all the add-ons. Not only $$$ savings, but all the supply that isn’t being brought in. I also skipped the online BF sales, except for my gift card. I’m calling it a win. Now to focus on a no buy December.
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 5, 2017 13:57:26 GMT
Just read the thread...you guys crack me up. You all do a terrible job of being frozen. Just kidding. I am queen of the mini stash. I am perpetually in the refrigerator. I've got a crop coming up at the end of January so I might splurge and buy some stuff after I go through my photos and kits and see what I need. I did go to Michaels and buy adhesives yesterday. And I need some page protectors. You are SO right!
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Post by scrappinmano on Dec 5, 2017 16:13:04 GMT
Hi everyone! I would like to join this group. I NEED the support. In 2018 I plan to unsubscribe to my kit club. I did not buy any BF items. I have been using my 50% coupons on tape for my tape runner which I NEED. I plan on not spending any money on scrappy stuff I don’t need. Ok, I have to admit that I did buy a couple rolls of washi and 1 tube of washi. Ok, that’s it I swear! So, you see, I need the support of this group.
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 5, 2017 18:52:56 GMT
Hi everyone! I would like to join this group. I NEED the support. In 2018 I plan to unsubscribe to my kit club. I did not buy any BF items. I have been using my 50% coupons on tape for my tape runner which I NEED. I plan on not spending any money on scrappy stuff I don’t need. Ok, I have to admit that I did buy a couple rolls of washi and 1 tube of washi. Ok, that’s it I swear! So, you see, I need the support of this group. Jump on in!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2017 0:41:02 GMT
Hi everyone! I would like to join this group. I NEED the support. In 2018 I plan to unsubscribe to my kit club. I did not buy any BF items. I have been using my 50% coupons on tape for my tape runner which I NEED. I plan on not spending any money on scrappy stuff I don’t need. Ok, I have to admit that I did buy a couple rolls of washi and 1 tube of washi. Ok, that’s it I swear! So, you see, I need the support of this group. Welcome to the group!! Just do the best can and we will support you as we can.
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Post by anniefb on Dec 6, 2017 1:16:51 GMT
Yep just join in and say what your goals are. There's a variety of different approaches from fully frozen to slightly refrigerated. Just decide what works for you
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Post by artisticscrapper on Dec 6, 2017 1:19:11 GMT
Ok I confess I did thaw briefly. I’d wanted the Felicity Jane Zoey kit and almost bought it when it was on sale a while back. Well it was sold out but all I really liked anyway were the paper and the stamps. Those were on sale on Black Friday so I got them. After all, they might have been sold out by the time I defrosted (self enablement here). So I’m back in the freezer now.
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Post by scrappinmano on Dec 6, 2017 16:23:23 GMT
Ok, saying I’m completely frozen is difficult for me so I’m going to say I will be sitting in the refrigerator in 2018. I didn’t realize how difficult saying “I’m frozen” would be 🤭
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Post by GiantsFan on Dec 6, 2017 16:55:35 GMT
I'm just popping in to wave Hi. I'm so far out the freezer I think I'm in the Sahara. But I've actually been using most of the stuff I'm buying.
I hope to re-join this club in January.
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Post by joyfulnana on Dec 7, 2017 14:59:38 GMT
I caved to the BF sale at SG and bought some page kits and a new sketch book. I suck at staying frozen but my supplies are soooo out of control! If I'm actually using them, it's easier to not buy. It's when I want to scrap and don't have time that I tend to shop. I am finished with my Christmas shopping so now I have no excuse to be in the stores - online or otherwise lol. So far I have bought nothing this month, and I'm anxious for the holidays to be over so I have time scrap! I plan to stay frozen until my birthday in June. My original goal was for a year, but I need to be realistic, I know myself better than that lol.
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Post by dasmith2 on Dec 7, 2017 15:31:24 GMT
No shopping here. In the new year, there will be times here and there that I pick things up...I know that. My goal is to cut out the obsessive, mindless spending that I have previously done. So far these last 2 months have been great, I feel great not spending like I did.
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Post by teacherlisa on Dec 7, 2017 17:42:10 GMT
No shopping here. In the new year, there will be times here and there that I pick things up...I know that. My goal is to cut out the obsessive, mindless spending that I have previously done. So far these last 2 months have been great, I feel great not spending like I did. That is where I am... I am not putting myself in the freezer, but I am going to slow things down. I moved/reorganized my scrapbook supplies and now that I can see everything that I have, I can see where I need to quit buying. So for me, no new albums, no cardstock or patterned paper, no mindless shopping and slow way down on the polymer stamps.
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Post by kiwikate on Dec 20, 2017 0:03:57 GMT
Bumpin up as a reminder to myself!! How are you all doing?
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Post by anniefb on Dec 20, 2017 1:11:50 GMT
Still frozen here, apart from my Cocoa Daisy kit. I have a budget for craft stuff each month but for the last few months have been spending less than half of it on the kit. Am feeling pretty good about it. I have so many other expenses at this time of year that I'm not tempted to spend at all and am actually enjoying being frozen and trying to find creative ways to scrap what I want.
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Post by msliz on Dec 20, 2017 1:55:53 GMT
I'm still refrigerated. I've only bought cardstock and a few other basics in the last few months. Sometimes I'm tempted, but I've been strong.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2017 3:04:59 GMT
I spent my GC during the Black Friday sales, but nothing since. I’m looking forward to the long weekend so i can craft.
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 20, 2017 15:08:05 GMT
I haven't spent a thing. I am really motivated to use enough up that it fits in my area, not stashed in the basement!
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Post by scrappinmano on Dec 20, 2017 15:39:43 GMT
Ok, I unsubscribed to my monthly page kit. I’m feeling a little sad 😔. I have to remind myself I have plenty at home to work with.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2017 21:19:59 GMT
Ok, I unsubscribed to my monthly page kit. I’m feeling a little sad 😔. I have to remind myself I have plenty at home to work with. I was sad too when i sent the cancellation notice. But it really hasn’t been a problem since. I have made it through two reveals and been ok. Just give it time and it will get easier.
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Post by artisticscrapper on Dec 21, 2017 1:59:16 GMT
Still frozen. I’ve been tempted but I keep reminding myself that there are a few nonscrapbook items I want to buy. Plus I can always look at my stash to refresh my mindset.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2017 2:52:55 GMT
Ok, I unsubscribed to my monthly page kit. I’m feeling a little sad 😔. I have to remind myself I have plenty at home to work with. I unsubscribed also and feel a little sad that I won't get happy mail next month. Ah well.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2017 2:59:59 GMT
Yep just join in and say what your goals are. There's a variety of different approaches from fully frozen to slightly refrigerated. Just decide what works for you Hey y'all, I'm joining the R&FPSG and would like to join you on the bench. I'm going frozen for now. I hope Santa will bring me some Bristol smooth cardstock. 😆
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Post by Chinagirl828 on Dec 21, 2017 3:05:55 GMT
I haven’t had any time to scrap lately and, more importantly, I haven’t had any interest in shopping either. I’ve had plenty of sale emails that I’ve opened and deleted.
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Post by dasmith2 on Dec 21, 2017 11:20:02 GMT
I got myself a white marker pen, less than 3 dollars. That was all this month for scrappy spending.
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Post by msliz on Dec 21, 2017 13:26:03 GMT
I hit the stores yesterday, but I only bought an album for myself (allowed) for my 2018 photos. I bought other things too, but they were gifts for other people. I still had fun looking around though.
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Post by christinec68 on Dec 21, 2017 13:42:23 GMT
Except for a collection and small album I am using for a Christmas gift, I am holding steady. I almost skirted my spending freeze by asking DH for a short term kit club membership for Christmas but figured that would count and the last thing I need is for more stuff to be coming in every month. Ha!
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Post by scrapaddie on Dec 23, 2017 16:04:29 GMT
Not so good. I broke down and ordered the TH oxide bundle for the 2nd release, a precision tip glue bottle, a powder tool for heat embossing, and a wink of stella pen. The last 3 were needed for my current project and for my hopefully Christmas card making. The oxides were just because I'm weak!!!!! I'm really excited for them to get here and yet still feel a bit guilty too. I consider. Oxides a necessity.... and I heard that 12 more will be released soon!!!
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