The New Year Resolution

My new year's resolution this year was to have a "No Spend" year. I want to curb my spending habits and save as much as possible. I want to declutter my life.
Now you may be thinking... how can a person not spend any money in a year? Okay do no spending is impossible. The rent will be paid, groceries bought, and hygiene supplies will be bought.


However for all other items (besides food, gas for the car, hygiene, or household cleaning products. I'm going to not buy them unless I sell something to fund it or earn from home. I'm a happy housewife with a toddler and ten year old. This should be interesting.

To start this adventure ... I sold a few things on Ebay before the year started to have a little in my paypal acct to start the year with. I also sew and have a craft room full of fabric. That puts me at an advantage over other thrifty moms. (However I plan to add a few no-sew alternatives to my suggestions. )

Since today is the 14th of Jan ... I have a late start sharing my little adventure.
So far I bought $27 worth of Serger thread on Sale at Joann's at the beginning of the year. It was 50% off with free shipping. I just got my serger for Christmas so I only had 3 colors. (White, black, and pink) I also found a heater on clearance for $7. Normally it cost $36! We needed a heater in our bathroom. I'm on budget with my grocery/hygiene/household spending.

My challenges are...
I love Fabric. It's a weakness.
We have diet issues so we eat low purine and gluten free.
My DD is very attached to her mommy. She is still breastfed, takes naps while I hold her, and in general is not happy unless she has my full attention.She has never been in the care of a babysitter and we don't have family close enough to watch her.

So can I do it?
Hopefully every day I'll tell you things I've done or am doing to be thrifty. I'll also update you on my spending and "at home earning".

Wish me lots of luck and logic!