I bought a new paring knife. I think I first found out about the Victorinox paring knives when they were recommended by some reliable source such as The Kithcn or Serious Eats or something similar.

I have a lovely set of Wusthöf knives, plus a Shun Santoku, but for little jobs, I love the Victorinox paring knife. This is the second one I’ve bought. Getting a new one is less than paying to have the old one sharpened!

I also got a new graduated jigger. I love cocktails so I need a good jigger. A friend’s mother gave me the first one about 20 years ago. Over time, it became brittle and shattered when I dropped it. I tried doing without but finally gave in and replaced it. Besides cocktails, it is good for measuring small amounts of liquids for recipes, too.

My misses have been mostly clothing. I had heard that the Lilly Pulitzer Parigi dress was flattering on most body types. Well, not on my body type.

I also bought pink and white Adidas to match my 5 y/o DGD2. They looked cute on her and silly on me. I returned them.

My Conair 1875 blow dryer lasted me over twenty years. The on/off slider switch broke inside the dryer so it couldn't be turned off. The dryer itself was fine. I think I've only owned two blow dryers in my fifty years of blow drying, and both were Conair, so of course I went shopping for another one.

I was shocked to see that the 1875 is the same price I paid two decades ago! But I upgraded to the INFINITIPRO. It's on many lists as a great hair dryer and seems to have most of the new technology, if that really makes a difference in how your hair looks. I'm very pleased with it. It's slightly lighter and quieter but more powerful than my old one.

Oak, I have a similar broom set and love it, especially for outside. I use it to sweep up leaves, grass, and such; it’s so nice to not have to keep bending over. I put the stuff in a bucket and add to the compost pile.

I have tile counters in the kitchen (can’t wait to change them, they aren’t the cool vintage kind, rather the not-cool tract house kind) and it was hard to scoop crumbs off the front … I got this little hand broom set. I have a vintage decorative peg rack in the utility room to keep it.

bb, thank you for that knife rec — I need a new one.

Oakley, a self-cleaning broom and dustpan! and in pink! Link, please?

New favorite frozen pizza: DiGiorno (Nestle) Detroit Style pizza. Fits perfectly in the new Breville toaster oven which we also like.

Love my Sloggers, this is my second pair in 20 years, they really last. I wear them for the yard.

Do you guys remember those friction powered push and go cars/trucks for kids? I bought a construction truck set (dump truck, cement truck, bulldozer and farm tractor/trailer) for my now 15 month old granddaughter for Christmas, Set of 4 for $20 off of Am-zon. They were such an unexpected HIT. She absolutely loves these things and is probably actually obsessed with them.

Those along with the Recycling truck that her Uncle bought her for Christmas are her two favourite toys. The Recycling truck is a mini-duplicate of the one that goes by her house every Tuesday morning.

@bbstx I like that LP dress. They back has a "v"; they show it worn both ways. I might try it as I am always looking for a maxi dress for summer that has 3/4 sleeves and isn't slit to the navel.

I do my morning stretches in the living room and see the dust build up under the sectional. One side is on flooring and easy to clean with a duster. The other is on carpet, so I bought the old fashioned Fuller Brush sweeper. It works under the couch, but we use it more in the kitchen and to sweep a flat woven rug in the hallway.

I also bought a couple of the Fuller Brush dusters. They are really good.

Sweeper (link)

I have Sloggers, but I like my Mucks better!

I also have this and it comes with hair mats :)

so I bought this from Chewy. Works great and she generally doesn’t mind me using it on her.

Pet Republique Cordless Hair Clippers Kit for Dogs & Cats

I've been buying new things for the condo apt. we're in now, since we lost most basic furnishings to the storm surge flooding. Decorating and decision making is a good distraction from all the uncertainty right now. Trying not to spend too much on things as well - trying to stick with the minimum.

For the living room, which has gold-toned fake wood floors, got this inexpensive couch from Wayfair - it doesn't look that big in the photo, but it's 8 feet long, plush and very comfy - fabric is corduroy:

This 6.5' X 9' flat weave indoor/outdoor rug from Walmart:

And got this cute double bulb floor lamp from Amazon:

And finally, waiting for this Oggi manual coffee grinder to arrive - my electric one quit and it was only a few months old, so I thought maybe this will last longer:

In the meantime, I'm rediscovering the joys of instant coffee 😄

Bpath, link below. Be back later, l’m doing V-day cards & getting ready to go pass them out. Crocs are on and so far my toes do not like them.

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@mtnrdredux_gw, if you decide to buy that Lilly dress, see if Zappos has it in your size. Their return policy is much kinder than Lilly’s.

I tried it on both ways - V in front and V in back. It was the waist that didn’t look good on me. I think it will look much better on you, especially with your height.

Thanks, BBSTX! I did notice that Zappo's has it. DH swears they have located a warehouse in a neighbors' garage nearby because they deliver here in under a day!

HAHAHAHA!

This room divider/desk/cabinet is new TO ME, so I think it counts.

Saw these pillow covers on Instagram, ran out to Ikea and picked up two...$5 each. Fabric hand isn't nice, but the design/colors look good with my living room rug, so I'm happy with them.

The sewing machine I asked about here was a big hit with DD (bday gift). She tried it out for the first time yesterday — such cool stitch options!

I ordered this bench for the foot of our bed, and it is nicer than I expected! Great deal.

I bought this cereal recently, trying to change up my breakfast routine. I somehow expected it to be like oatmeal, but it’s more like Cream of Wheat. I added a bit of maple syrup and berries; it definitely needs a little something. I made a big batch of it for the week, so I guess I’ll finish that up, but…

I much prefer my go-to TJ oatmeal, which has the same protein and fiber.

I splurged on a board book for my grandson for his third birthday. It’s a “when I grow up” kind of book and uses his picture. But I think they do a really great job. This is the proof they sent me (well part of it there were more pages).

Sue, glad the machine was a big hit and hope she has a lot of fun and discovery with it. I haven't had the 10 grain cereal but do buy the one from TJs. Try toasting it in a dry pan over med low for a few minutes and then cook with some almond milk (go all or half with water). More flavor -- adds some calcium and not a lot of calories if you use unsweetened. DIL prefers unsweetened vanilla so that's what we've had on hand lately -- adds a little more flavor.

My recent purchases have been a SZ fridge (freezer died before Thanksgiving -- it's been a long haul to get here, including relocating the outlet on the wall and discovering the guys who did the work 18 yrs ago left a dangerous wire behind the wall), 2 dishwashers (Cove, after waiting for backordered and rescheduled 3 times Bosch and cancelling), 2 new soap dispensers, 2 bathroom faucets (stop gap until the MBR reno can happen, as in $100 bought both off the clearance table and the tool to help uninstall/install and I'm just glad to have running water -oof.). Waiting for the MBR reno is a not purchased but recently acquired antique armoire I love -- will be the linen cabinet in the new MBR. Also just got a slightly massive china/library cabinet - looks likethis one, at a consignment shop.

Also bought a bunch of clear acrylic storage containers (mostly Target Brightroom) and a glass chair mat for my sewing room. Then two camelia bushes and a weeding tool after attending a class on roses that I gave DH for his bday (he loves the Diggit Duck -- they are sold out everywhere right now thought). Now I'm looking into an undercounter fridge for the breakfast room and revisiting whether to repair or replace our ovens. You know -- just the usual stuff that happens as all your "new" appliances age out. We hit 18 years, but I don't know where the time went! Means I've been around here about 19-20, really?

I'm exhausted, y'all.

New vase.

Fun, that’s gorgeous!

Nice desk and great refinishing job.

That is a gorgeous desk. Your refinishing job is perfection.

My most recent purchase is a Peloton treadmill. It was delivered yesterday. I used it in the afternoon and I really liked it. Note, I do not run. I walk. I did a 20 min walk class and wow, it was harder than I thought. And I burned almost twice as many calories as I do in a 20 min class on the Peloton bike. Hopefully I keep up with it!

I love my Wusthöf knives .

Love the cool desk...czarin!

Fun: The tulip vase....nice!

I purchased a used, custom made 28" X 68" full length mirror by The Samuelson Furniture Company.

A couple of 925 /silver & stone bracelets.

I forgot about this purchase, until I used it today! I needed a magnifying mirror in DD’s guest bathroom. I had read about this one on NYT Wirecutter. It is easy to install (although DD’s very handy neighbor helped me) and performs exactly as you would expect. The charge lasts a long time (maybe because it isn’t used daily). The quality of the mirrors is very good. And I look exactly like that every time I see myself!

LINK

Cards for wedding gifts, on theme. I love Etsy for cards

DS chose this one

Not very exciting, but our new windows were installed and we bought a new washer, dryer and fridge. It's been an expensive month. LOL

Also got this based on a recommendation - it isn't expensive, won't last forever, but the thing actually works really well on potatoes and apples. Haven't tried it on anything else. Light weight and small.

I hope they don’t turn out to be misses, but I had 3 thrift store hits today. Talbot’s, silk jacket, black & white gingham, NWT, petite (so no sleeve hemming!!! ),$15. Talbot’s, blue, cotton pants, ankle length (so no hemming!!!), NWT, $6.89. Eddie Bauer shirt, sleeve length ok so probably given away bc they were too short on someone else, $4.99.

OOh, i love NWT finds!

I bought an apron at Home Goods. There are none at this rental and mine are still with the cleaners. This is me modelling it:

I went to Home Sense first, and they didn't have any aprons. But they had a cashmere cable knit throw for I bought for $99 (marked down from $300) and .nice white linen duvet cover that was half price. I got both

In the same locked cabinet, they had a Burberry Prorsum blanket, like this one but in dark colors... $1499 marked down to .... $1199. what a steal! 🙄

bbstx, DH has a similar mirror on his side of the bathroom. I already had a different one when had decided he wanted one too. His is oval. When we redo our bathroom, I plan on getting one to match -- or two that do match.

Mtn -- nice finds! I love all things linen. I love cashmere too, but linen suits our climate better.

I got these cup pulls today and love them. I see the price changed after I ordered them - I paid a little over $5 each with the discount, so I am thinking there was an error. I sure hope I don't break one putting them on! They are going on a small cabinet I will rehab once the weather allows me to sand and paint. The cabinet was a $5 find (discount made it $4). I might spend that much on sandpaper and more on paint, but it will be a fun project.

When I was having a mirror (like bbstx ⬆️) added to my HHI place, I wasn’t here. My bff and her family were here, so I said ask your Oldest Daughter where she needs it height-wise and do that. OD is my height and bff, her husband, and other 2 kids are taller than I am so I was afraid they’d mount it too high. It is perfect for me. And OD. 😆

Another thing that I recently acquired are these slippers from AMZ. They are perfect for travel. They don’t weigh much, fold pretty flat, and can be worn as a slide or with the back up. There is nothing fancy or even marginally cute about them. They were chosen for packability and weight.

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Fleece lined leggings from Constantly Varied Gear (CVG). Should’ve got these sooner, especially when the furnace was out over Christmas. I got to wear them last week. It’s also going to continue to be cold so should get a few more wears. Highly recommend! The black was sold out so I got purple.

Love that mirror, bbstx. I have a similar one that is a plug-in that is probably 10 years old or more. It pre-dates all the rechrgeable stuff you can find now. I’ll likely replace it eventually just to cleanup the look in the bathroom.

Mtn, some great finds. Such a pretty apron, and the throw is a great color.

I bought an air fryer and I am very happy with this purchase. Now I am so carried away by cooking that I forgot about studying and other things. It's good that I found https://www.topessaywriting.org/ which helps me a lot now. I have only had this air fryer for 3 days and I have already cooked meat, pizza, sausages in a bun, French fries without oil and several desserts. Honestly, I recommend it if you like to cook but don't like to spend a lot of time

NWT?

Nice apron, mnt. What is the name for that type of fabric? Chintz?

ETA Yes, it appears to be chintz.

NWT = New With Tags (indicating ”never worn”). It is a common abbreviation in the re-sale world indicating the condition of the item . In the children’s clothing groups, the other common condition abbreviations (obviously, I found this list elsewhere)

NWOT/New without Tags - New item not worn beyond trying on as you would in a store. Tags unattached. Unwashed.

• EUC/Excellent Used Condition - No wash wear, rips, stains, or loose seams. This includes washed unused items, though feel free to state washed not worn.
• VGUC/Very Good Used Condition - Used item still in quality condition, but some wash wear or minor issues that would not prevent you from sending your child somewhere nice wearing them or problems that can be easily fixed. You must disclose all faults.
• GUC/Good Used Condition - Used item you would still let your child wear but more obvious faults. You must disclose all faults.
• Play Condition - Clothes only fit for play. This includes but is not limited to larger than pin size holes, easily visible stains, and obvious fabric thinning. No longer allowed to be posted.

I believe I’ve posted these night lights before, but I think they are worth re-posting. I’m considering buying a second set so when we rent a 2 level VRBO/AirBnB, there are plenty to go around. The battery charge is fairly long lasting. The lights are a warm white which is supposed to be better for your sleep. They have 2 levels of brightness. They also have On, Off, and Motion Sensitive. There is a fairly strong magnet embedded in the back.

Caution, they come with small metal plates which you can peel and stick to the wall. And then stick the light to the metal plate. Reviewers say the plate does not come off - it is permanent not temporary. I don’t know why you would do that in the first place.

Thanks, bbstx.

I bought some lights simialar to yours. They are useful in a lot of situations. I may buy the design you just showed.

I went thrifting: Black Capris with the lattice on the side of the calf..2 pairs. $3ea

13.5" White ceramic bowl with handles. I can mix BIG salads or whatever. $4

Love my new swing arm mirror 1x & 15x, & the night light 6 outlet.

$29.99

I think I want a makeup mirror after having them in hotels. I am trying to buy nothing though! The one in the hotel this weekend was just on a stand and not lighted, but I have so little counter space in the bathroom where I do my makeup that won’t probably work.

Bbstx, I like those lights. None of our closets have lights.

Take a look at this post

https://www.houzz.com/discussions/6485066/flex-your-financial-power#29399246

@gsciencechick, make-up mirrors have their pros and cons. I like them because I do not want to go out with a glob of make-up on my nose or a missed spot on my jawline. On the other hand, they show every flaw in bright, shining detail. A female dermatologist I follow on IG asked ”do you want to look better? Then give up high-powered make-up mirrors.” I guess that’s one way….

And now I know why the little, flat, metal disks are included with the lights…closets!

Gscience, I have a wall mounted mirror that looks like nicole’s. I love it (or hate it. depending on the day). I just can’t see well enough to apply mascara/eye makeup in a regular mirror anymore.

I bought a rug to layer over my seagrass rug. Its a miss. Sending back tomorrow.

The hunt continues!

Kitch, I’ve always loved your room! Please update when you find a keeper. :)

The lighted makeup mirror is GREAT for plucking facial hairs. Or drawing in eyebrows.

Thank you Jilly!