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Spending the rest of the month on a tight budget

I’m trying to spend the next two weeks (basically, until April ends) on 40 euros! That’s a real challenge, and something I (think I) haven’t done for a while.

I deposited the money from my bank account and I’m keeping them in my wallet to be in constant control of my small budget.

I think a big reason of me overspending the past year is that I only paid with card which means that I didn’t always keep track of the money I’d spend. Sad, right? A little irresponsible, too.

Today, I’m kinda proud of myself. I had plans to hang out with a friend, and beforehand, I went downtown and checked some stores. I didn’t buy anything! Well, besides coffee.

Specifically, I avoided buying a scrunchie (7 euros) and a candle (0.8 euros). Well, the candle was really cheap, so it wouldn’t be an issue for my tight budget. But, see, candles are on my “no buy” list because I have too many that I haven’t even used yet, and well, it’s not like I have much free space in my room – or our family house for that matter.

So, yeah, I’m proud of myself for not buying two things that wouldn’t be any useful but just aesthetically pleasing to me.

Also, I got a perfume and a body lotion as a gift today, and I’m really grateful for them. Ironically, perfumes and body lotions are also on my no buy list since I already own a few that are half-finished and I intend to use them. Gifts are always welcome, though!

Finally, I have some lovely news to share today! My partner is most likely visiting me in May, and it’s going to be such a special moment considering we’re on a long-distance relationship! So, yeah, I’m really grateful for today – and for a kinda happier update than my recent ones.

[oliviawalksandscrolls]

[nospendtillbrooklyn]

!!

I realized today (look no one said I was going to be -good- at this) that I have one whole follower. This is infinitely pleasing to me. Because that means at least one other person on this rock hurling through space relates to what I am trying to do. Thank you, person!

[beanshape]

The No Spent Year: Artist Edition

Presenting my no spending on art supplies year challenge.

So, I've realized that… maybe…. these last few years I’ve spent more time shopping for art supplies and courses than actually making art.

So, in May 2024, I have resolved not to buy any art supplies or Domestika courses this year. Not even to finish a project. Gasp.

The only exceptions are very basic things like running out of glue, scissors, or equipment needing replacement.

The Why: I have too many art supplies. I need to (really) declutter. I have not made much art for 2 years, and I want to learn who I am now as an artist, as opposed to the person I've transformed from in the last 14 years.

As I make more art, each piece will be valued (by me or my husband) from $1 to $20 in "credits," based on merit and context. These credits can be used to buy replacement art supplies once the year is over.

After that, I'm really not sure what's next. That's one of my fears: that I won't know what art supplies I truly need. Another fear is that the apocalypse would happen while I'm doing this challenge, and I won't have a store of art supplies. Seriously, that's one of the points in my mind I've used to justify the inordinate amount of art stuff I own.

Anywho, wish me luck. I hope this works.

[basilesroom]

2020년 02월 03일

Last month I forgot “11” on every calendar I wrote out so I’m pretty pleased that it didn’t happen this time.

The right page is my no-spend tracker