Post #502505 by kahalakruzer on Tue, Jan 5, 2010 4:42 PM

Well for $100, I'd fill up my tank and start cruising around So-cal.
-Stop by Tiki Farm and check out Mugoomba, which in turn provides years of inspiration.
-Maybe pick up a few mugs, and see if Holden will sell you any cool shit he has laying around in the rafters...That's pretty much how I started my bar!
-Hit local thrift stores and hopefully stumble upon some Hawaiian/Exotica records, float-like globes or old rattan. If you find any decent wicker baskets, you can easily make a cool lamp with some swag and a candelabra kit. Go on a Saturday when most thrift stores are half off.
-Go up to Oceanic Arts for more inspiration. Check the matting area and see if there's any deals on building supplies. Pick up a few pieces of bamboo and split it yourself. Also, get some net, and old foam buoys.
-Lowe's or Home Depot. Get a roll of the standard reed fencing. Also get some Sisal/Manila rope. It's a good cheap start.
-Stop by Bamboo Ben's. Probably won't be open, but you'll know where you need to go when you get some cash and summer comes around.
-Make sure you have at least $30 left and go to Don's for happy hour.
-If you can still stand, go home and start throwing a bar together. Learn how to tie fish floats with your new rope and globes. Don't forget to torch the bamboo.
That's pretty much what I do on any given weekend...and I rarely even have $100!