I brought Kris's favourite quilt home to try and repair it. Turns out that will not be happening. I figure that when I get a chance I will make a new top, sandwich the layers together and add another binding to it. It may take awhile to get enough of the colours he loves but I am determined.
Meals are becoming a game of stretching and using everything up. Slowly but surely I am enjoying finding new recipes online and in one of the many cookbooks I have.
I made soup using the broccoli stems and it is in the freezer.
Baked bread twice this week.
Using more appliances to cook our meals whenever possible.
Downloaded some inexpensive frugal tip books from the Chapters/Kobo store. I am hoping there is a frugal tip or two that I can use in my quest (or should I say game) of trying to cut expenses. I used a gift card to do so and still have some cash left on it. I may check out some organizing books next.
Since the weather changed I have managed walks outside over the last few days. Looking forward to more fresh air.
Once again I saved the twist ties, and small plastic bags to reuse when I go shopping again for produce.
Everybody have a wonderful evening.
God bless.
Good job!
ReplyDeleteRe the quilt - I don't suppose you could applique patches over the messed up areas using something that's a favourite of his? Of course I have no idea how badly the quilt is torn so maybe it's not a possibility. If it were, at least the quilt would be 'stretched' for a longer time before having to do a more massive repair.
ReplyDeleteI was so proud of Resident Chef this week because he actually cooked (and ate!) beet tops that he would normally throw out. He didn't get too enthusiastic about them but at least we saved some food!!
Our kids are still our babies, no matter their age. Your desire to ensure that Kris has the quilt he wants is testament to your love for him.
ReplyDeleteThe weather is improving here too, finally little signs of Spring are beginning to show themselves.
ReplyDeleteI love that you are going to sandwich the old quilt. Very clever mom.
ReplyDeleteI wondered if you had come across this blog..https://thriftylesley.com/about-me/ Some amazing recipes and she too uses the stems of greens for soup.
ReplyDeleteYou're doing very well with trying to use things at hand, and not be wasteful. Never would have thought about reusing the twist ties, though I often tie the bags instead of using one; but like that you're reusing. Keep up the good work and good luck on the quilt, sounds like a big job.
ReplyDeleteBummer about the quilt, but I'm sure however you manage, either to redo it or work up a fix, it'll be much beloved by your son. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm big into the make-do-with-what-we-have here as well. LOTS of first night soup, second night leftover soup & grilled cheese (because there's not enough soup to go around to fill everyone up), reworking of leftovers (you really can make a casserole out of anything!), etc. It's fun and helps me grow my creativity, and has led to some interesting meals. :)