Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Shopping For Myself

Why is this so hard for me to do?  People give me gift cards as gifts, and I always have the hardest time deciding on what I want to buy for myself.  This is especially true if the gift card is to a store that offers a variety of things.  Take CSNStores, for instance.  I have the opportunity to review one of their products, and I am having the hardest time deciding what I want to get for myself.  I was looking at wall sconces, and found this candle one that I really like:

We rent our home, so I can not put up a sconce that runs on electricity, so this candle one is perfect.  I know exactly where I would hang it, too.  The wall above my desk is bare, and I have been looking for something to hang there.  A couple of these would look great.

  I also found these outdoor candle holders, and think they would look beautiful around my mom's pool:
I also love their selection of housewares.  I could spend hours drooling over sauce pans and spice racks.  I found this one that would look perfect hanging on the wall in my kitchen:
 When all is said and done, though, I think I am going to get myself something.  Not something for the house, or for a family member, but something for me.  This is where I need help.  

What would you suggest I get for myself from one of the 200+ CSNStores?  Maybe a new purse?  Or something with an elephant? (and yes, they have elephants...it was one of the first things I checked!)  How about shoes?  There are so many choices...how will I ever decide?

12 comments:

Unknown said...

I agree with you, shopping for myself is so hard. I've been there - I say purse. I'm forever on the search for the perfect purse and for sure. Purse.

Tracy

Tara Beaulieu said...

Oh, I know it. I poured through the pages of the CSN sites trying to figure out what to review. I wound up choosing an air popper (popcorn) because I was so overwhelmed and it was the only thing I *knew* we needed right then and there. I love my popper but like you, I sorta wish I'd gotten something for ME. I just couldn't decide.

Candle sconces are really nice. I used to have a pair mounted on the sides of the fireplace in my old rental. Just patch up a couple of holes when you move and you're all set.

Get something that makes you smile when you look at it. :)

Tammy said...

How about a fun beach cover up? You talk about being in the pool all the time a cute over up for you would be fun. What do you think?

Storm, The Psychotic Housewife said...

I had the same problem. lol I just suggest making sure that it's something for you, and not for the kids, because it's so rare we buy for ourselves! Spoil yourself!

jenn said...

Crazy Suburban Mom ~ I am leaning towards a purse. The only one i own are black, so I am thinking about maybe getting a summer color. But, if I know me, I'll buy another black one.

jenn said...

Tara Beaulieu ~ there are so many thing that are beautiful...my brain is mush trying to look through it all! lol!

jenn said...

Tammy ~ that is an awesome idea! I am going to have to see if they carry something like that.

jenn said...

Storm ~ I know what you mean. I would rather buy the kids things when we have extra money, so spending this on myself is hard to do. But, I think I have decided...

Spice Rack said...

Great post! Well crafted design, and very simple just like the way i want for my kitchen

jenn said...

Spice Rack ~ thank you.

Forgetfulone said...

Come enter my CSN giveaway, and you can add it toward your review credit and really get what you want!

jenn said...

Diana ~ I didn't know you were hosting a giveaway...I need to check that out.