I am so impressed with the ideas this group of 50 have for saving money and making their gifts! I can’t wait to have you see what they’ve been up to! They are truly stretching their dollars AND their stash! And it may not be what you think is your “typical” stash either. They are finding ways to repurpose items they already have, and oh my, the results are amazing! One member of my team, Kristina, has already made 21 gifts for a grand total of $6.77!
Beginning Monday, December 1st, each team leader will post updates on how their teams are doing. Want to follow along? Here are 2 buttons to choose from and the details! (The buttons can be linked back to http://www.ycmt.wordpress.com)
81 Comments
November 25, 2008 at 7:49 pm
I can’t wait to follow. I have already been inspired by Kim to start on the pillows for teachers. Thanks!
November 25, 2008 at 10:12 pm
I’m definitely following you guys!
November 25, 2008 at 10:42 pm
I’m following! I can’t wait to see what everyone is making
November 25, 2008 at 11:03 pm
I’m following! Posted today on my blog (http://madmommy.typepad.com/), and also about Toys for Tots.
November 25, 2008 at 11:40 pm
I’m ready to follow! Hope I can keep up
Thanks!
November 25, 2008 at 11:59 pm
I’m following too!! I added the button to my blog.
November 26, 2008 at 1:39 am
I’m following too! I’m ready to get inspired! Button is on my blog!
http://musingsfromamom.wordpress.com/
November 26, 2008 at 5:23 am
Yeah! This is SOOO fun! PLEEEEEASE do this again next year so that I can try again to get on a team!!!!
November 26, 2008 at 7:43 pm
I added it to my blog as well. http://erincookmeyer.blogspot.com/
I can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with!
November 26, 2008 at 8:27 pm
Following the progress… button is on my blog
November 27, 2008 at 4:55 am
I will be checking back on this!
November 28, 2008 at 9:13 am
I’m following!
November 29, 2008 at 12:47 am
Im definitely following the thrify 50. I posted to myspace, so far and am on my way to find my blog link (i know, i cant keep up with that site for nothing. LOL) and then I am gonna post to facebook. Will post the other links when i get the buttons up and linked back.
. http://www.myspace.com/southernbabies
Jennifer Fraunfelder from Mobile, Al
November 30, 2008 at 6:52 pm
How do i ad the link to a myspace page… i can get a pic on there with photobucket but havent figure out how to link it back to the blog…… can some one please help me? sewziebowzie@yahoo.com
December 1, 2008 at 2:21 pm
I’m following the 50, and put the button on my blog
art-and-whimsy.blogspot.com
December 1, 2008 at 5:18 pm
The button is on my blog, and I’m ready to follow (which is something I usually try NOT to do!)
http://www.donandtrinity.com
December 1, 2008 at 5:27 pm
I’m following! It will be so exciting to see what everyone makes…
December 1, 2008 at 10:28 pm
I put the button on my blog too! Can’t wait to see what everyone makes!
December 1, 2008 at 11:05 pm
I’m following too!
December 2, 2008 at 7:23 pm
I’m a follower! I’m a follower! I love the ideas I’ve seen already. I hope I can do as well this year.
December 3, 2008 at 5:03 am
I’m following along too, especially so that I can help my dd make some inexpensive gifts for her friends. Great idea!
December 3, 2008 at 5:07 am
I’m following! Anybody know how to post it to facebook??
December 3, 2008 at 5:08 am
I am following and in the meantime my daughter and I are making lots of cute outfits for Toys for Tots using the new wrap skirt pattern. So easy to follow and so cute.
December 3, 2008 at 5:18 am
I’m following along. Like Sarah , how do you post to facebook?
December 3, 2008 at 5:21 am
I’m not sure my post went through., but I’m following and telling everyone about the site.
December 3, 2008 at 5:22 am
I added the button to my facebook. It is fun to see what everyone is making!
December 3, 2008 at 5:28 am
I’m following along too…I really need to get cracking on my gifts too!
December 3, 2008 at 5:33 am
Hello! I think this is a fabulous idea!!! I have a question, though. I’m wondering how to put the button on my blog. Usually when I add buttons to my blog, there is a code given that we copy and paste into our HTML section which makes the button appear. Then, when anyone clicks on the button, it will take them to your site. What is the code for your Thrifty 50 button?
Thanks so much!!
Michele R.(CA)
luvkittysmeowmail@gmail.com
Butterfly Whispers
December 3, 2008 at 6:04 am
I just fond the nifty fifty, but I definitely am following this now. Thanks
December 3, 2008 at 6:09 am
I’m following along too. I am going to use some ideas for the many birthdays I have coming soon too.
December 3, 2008 at 6:29 am
I can’t wait to see more. I have lots of little gifts I have to give…and many littles add up to a lot if you aren’t careful. I know this will be soooo helpful.
December 3, 2008 at 6:40 am
Ok, you’re really persuading me into making some wallets – they’re soo cute – but would people really want one – they ARE really cute…hmmm…- following the Thrifty Under 50.
December 3, 2008 at 6:41 am
I’m really looking for something ..practical.. for teachers. …
December 3, 2008 at 7:30 am
I’m so excited! I can’t wait to see what all they’re going to make, especially for under $50. This should be fun (and helpful!)!
Blessings,
Wendy
December 3, 2008 at 7:38 am
I’m following! These people are good.
December 3, 2008 at 8:56 am
Hello. How fun! I am soo looking forward to what everyone is involved in…….
December 3, 2008 at 9:28 am
I think this will be so much fun. Excited about following the blog
December 3, 2008 at 11:12 am
I’m following! What an adventure!
December 3, 2008 at 11:26 am
I’m following! Still haven’t figured out how to ad the button to myspace yet…
December 3, 2008 at 11:50 am
I am following along!
December 3, 2008 at 12:03 pm
oh! I blogged about it too, lol! AMAZING!
December 3, 2008 at 12:22 pm
I am defintiely following along! I am needing to pinch pennies and this is sooo helping! Thanks!
December 3, 2008 at 12:22 pm
I can’t wait to see what the fifty comes up with…this is sooo exiting…and please do it again next year..i also want to take part
December 3, 2008 at 12:35 pm
I am following it too! I can hardly wait to see what everyone comes up with.
December 3, 2008 at 12:42 pm
What a great idea, especially this year. I am definately following along!
December 3, 2008 at 1:03 pm
I don’t have a website or blog . But, I would love to follow this blog how do i get updates through email when there’s a new post?
December 3, 2008 at 1:11 pm
I’m following you, I’m right behind you too.
December 3, 2008 at 1:17 pm
I have posted a link on my blog. http://www.bebo.com/BlogView.jsp?MemberId=20893869&BlogId=8242231090
December 3, 2008 at 1:33 pm
i’m following along. i posted the button on my blog too. http://sewholly.blogspot.com/
December 3, 2008 at 1:39 pm
I will be following along, too! I hope to get some great new ideas!!
December 3, 2008 at 1:50 pm
I’m following along, put the button on my craft blog ~ http://ginnyscrapbook.blogspot.com/
December 3, 2008 at 1:55 pm
I love it!! I’m adding the button to my facebook as soon as I figure it out. Suggestions, anyone?
December 3, 2008 at 2:05 pm
I am following and participating as I am one of the Thrifty Fifty- I am so excited to be taking part in this and there are so many neat ideas you are sure to get inspiration from some of them. My blog is http://www.niftythriftyfifty.blogspot.com.
December 3, 2008 at 2:15 pm
I’m following! i put the button on my facebook. =)
December 3, 2008 at 2:16 pm
I’m a follower!!!!
December 3, 2008 at 2:49 pm
Could someone tell me how to add it to my facebook page?
December 3, 2008 at 2:52 pm
I can’t wait to see what they’re doing! My family calls me the “Thirty Dollar Girl”…seems neary all of my my bargain shopping finds are 30 bucks…by the time I haggle them down that is. =) So this Thrifty under Fifty is right down my alley and I know I’ll find some great ideas to make gifts for under 30 bucks! LOL!
December 3, 2008 at 3:03 pm
I’m following along and am TRULY impressed with what I’ve seen so far. Great work!
December 3, 2008 at 3:13 pm
I’m following you guys! I added the button to my blog here:
http://holyhillbillycreations.wordpress.com/
I can’t wait to see what all everyone comes up with!
December 3, 2008 at 3:39 pm
I am following, too! I just added the button to my blog!
December 3, 2008 at 5:02 pm
I’m following! Can’t wait to see what you all come up with next!
http://jaybirddesigns.blogspot.com/2008/12/thrifty-under-50.html
December 3, 2008 at 5:20 pm
I’m following!! I love this idea…and I love the fact that it is working!!
December 3, 2008 at 6:39 pm
Oh! And I added the button to the blog….
http://oldeharborsaltbox.blogspot.com/
December 3, 2008 at 6:44 pm
I’m following. Thanks, everyone, for the great ideas and beautiful gifts!
December 3, 2008 at 7:44 pm
I’ve been following. Love what everyone is doing. I’m at home following surgery and wish I felt like making my Christmas presents.
Maybe I will be inspired to get out of my haze and do some work.
December 3, 2008 at 8:42 pm
I have added the button to my blog. I’m loving all the wonderful ideas!
http://starrweavings.blogspot.com/2008/12/following-thrifty-fifty.html
December 3, 2008 at 9:30 pm
I have the button on my blog and am loving all the great ideas! Thanks to everyone involved!
http://ivylynn.blogspot.com
December 4, 2008 at 12:16 am
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December 4, 2008 at 2:12 am
I added the button to my blog.
Shannon
December 4, 2008 at 2:54 am
I love this site !! Thanks !!
Just added you to my blog. Now..i’m gonna look for you in Twitter !!!!!!!!!!!
December 4, 2008 at 2:56 am
Sorry… inserted wrong location for my blog.
http://mariadcreations.blogspot.com/
Thanks !!
December 4, 2008 at 3:36 am
I don’t have blog but I am still following- very talented ladies.
December 4, 2008 at 3:50 am
I’m following the group and I’m one of the fifty. Oh you really must keep watching. I’m surrounded by some very creative people. Prepare to be inspired. The talent, kindness, and desire to share are sure to bless you.
Also I have always loved YCMT but now I can say beyond doubt that this is a one of a kind company. YMCT staff truely cares and there passion for our craft is contagious.
Thank you YCMT!
December 4, 2008 at 4:26 am
I’m following too! I am so excited about this!!!!
December 4, 2008 at 11:59 am
I’m following! How exciting and FUN! I can’t wait to get inspired!!! YCMT is the best!
December 4, 2008 at 11:43 pm
I’m following! I’ve put the button on 3 of my blogs.
I love this!
December 5, 2008 at 5:29 am
Hi, I’m following! But i’m not sure that my button will bring me back here! Maybe someone can help with that!
Thanks for all ya’ll do at YCMT…you make me believe I truly CAN make these projects!
December 6, 2008 at 3:21 pm
I am following. But could someone please tell me how to add the button to my Facebook page? Thanks.
December 11, 2008 at 8:33 pm
I am following the fifty! I even started a blog just so I could post the button! http://bellabrinaboutique.blogspot.com/
December 15, 2008 at 8:54 pm
I am following and have added the button on my blog.
http://audreysnana.blogspot.com/
December 19, 2008 at 8:41 am
I’ve been following and think I’m going to revamp my very dusty blog and do a major de-stash in the coming year. For now, I’m putting the button on my facebook page.
This was such a great idea!
Blessings–
Dana