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Funding a splurge purchase

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springmachine · 08/10/2018 22:38

I've never really splashed out on anything all of my life.
There always bring something more important (house renovations, baby, wedding etc)

I've always wanted a specific bag.

I assumed the longer I left it the less I would want it, as with everything else I've thought about buying in the past and slept on I often don't end up desiring after long.

But it's been a few years now.
I saw it in a shop yesterday, discounted but still expensive.

So I thought about maybe trying to sell things and keep a little separate account for the proceeds to go into that I can then afford to buy this bag.

I can't think of anything I have to sell that's worth anything though. I generally live quite minimally and frugally.

Has anyone got any hints or tips on how to find a splurge purchase?

I don't mind if it takes time as I've been thinking of it for a few years already and another year isn't so bad

OP posts:
springmachine · 18/10/2018 13:31

A sneak peak of it still in its bag! 😱

Funding a splurge purchase
OP posts:
MinaPaws · 18/10/2018 13:37

I know MN always scorns this suggestion, but take on one small, extra job for a few hours a week. Sign up for a babysitting or cleaning service, garden maintenance or the Sunday lunch shift in a pub. Always put that money aside towards the bag. You'll have £30pw. That's £120 a month, so it's affordable within a few months.

MinesaPinot · 18/10/2018 13:51

Nice OP! Smile

MaMisled · 18/10/2018 13:58

Can you sell some unwanted items on ebay?

BertramKibbler · 18/10/2018 16:16

Beautiful bag

thenightsky · 18/10/2018 16:22

Oh God, its a Mulberry I'm lusting over at the moment too!

TinselAngel · 18/10/2018 17:42

Please can we have a picture of it in it's full glory?

ChishandFips33 · 18/10/2018 18:44

Unpack it and start enjoying it Grin

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