I am currently under a mandate to keep all spending to the very minimum.  But … The Teen could use another pair of shorts for school … and I just so happened to be near a TJ Maxx, where I bought him a “very comfy” pair of khaki shorts recently … so why not see if they have another pair?  And why not peruse the housewares area while I’m there … just to share fun finds with my readers?  Why not?

I didn’t buy anything, so I’m in the clear.  But these antiquey silver trunks presented me with quite the temptation.  The Mr. is fascinated with trunks, so maybe if I just show him a photo ….  Yeah, probably still a no-go.  He has strong spending willpower.



I’m a sucker for mirrors, and this one framed with magazine scraps gives off a fun and funky vibe.



I’m not usually one for inspirational quotes, but the rainbow colors in this print were wooing me.



This large balloon vase is similar to a couple I have in my home.  The rope wrapped around the neck gives it a coastal look.

 

I know of a certain college student moving into her first apartment this year, and I thought of her immediately when I saw these pillows full of bright colors and patterns.



If you prefer to take your lunch to work (or school) like I do, why not do it in style with a lunch tote in a modern print?



Coral is one of my favorite colors, and I adore these sweet bowls.   A use outside of the obvious could be a catch-all for keys or jewelry.



Why there’s a Mr. Bill squeeze toy for dogs, I don’t know.  But I had to share it.



And so concludes another jaunt to the TJ Maxx housewares area.  Next week my mom is meeting me at HomeGoods for her first-ever visit.  She has been yard sale, thrift and consignment purchaser way before it was cool, and will be way after it’s lost its coolness.  Although I think HomeGoods has awesome prices (on most things), it may be hard to get her to part with her money.  To her, hardly anything should cost over $20.  But I will try my best.  After all, she’s not on a minimal spending mandate.  And I need a shopping fix.