Archive for the ‘Deals’ Category

Cheapskate Gardening: Addition By Division

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

I have posted a lot about the garden and landscaping lately, but there are other things going on here, too. Before I cover any of the other stuff, though, Ms. Bungalow insisted I write a post on her fabulous work improving the little landscaping berm in the backyard. What makes ...

Playing it Safe

Monday, January 16th, 2006

I admit it. Sometimes I have a hard time making decisions. I like to know all my options and then I evaluate and and re-evaluate and look for more options. I put this very technique to work recently regarding the purchase of a Silent Paint Remover (SPR), which I ...

Craigslist Bungalow Mantel

Thursday, December 29th, 2005

Attention bungalow restorers! Craigslist Minneapolis has a listing for an oak mantel and bookcase pair from a 1921 bungalow for $600. Other than some minor trim differences, this looks exactly like what I’ve got in my living room. The listing says the item has been removed from ...

Craigslist Chicago Salvage

Thursday, November 17th, 2005

Bulldozing bungalow bargains! Craigslist Chicago has a posting about a craftsman bungalow slated for demolition. All the architectural parts are for sale including ceiling beams, bookcases, doors, windows, and a beautiful built-in buffet. Lots of great old wood here, people. If you need house parts in Chicagoland, get ...

Porcelain Stove on Craigslist

Monday, October 24th, 2005

Here’s a tip for any local housebloggers looking for an old stove for their vintage kitchen restoration. There’s an antique blue porcelain wood-burning kitchen stove for sale on Craigslist-Minneapolis for $750 or best offer. Seems like a decent price and it looks in good shape.