How I Hosted A Neighborhood Spring Cleaning Event with Goodwill Akron Spring cleaning season hit a little differently this year—and in the best possible way. Last week, a Goodwill Mobile Donation Center was parked right in my driveway, and thanks to the generosity of my incredible neighbors, we filled it to the brim with donations in just a few days. What started …
From Cozy to Cool: Spring Wardrobe Essentials
Hello! 🌞 Julie here Great news — the sun is finally out in Northeast Ohio. YAY ! You know what that means… it’s officially time to transition our wardrobes. Now listen, I’ve been doing what I do best: scrolling, watching, and low-key stalking your street style. Plus, I’ve been digging through racks at the Brunswick Goodwill to see what’s hot …
Thrifty Gifting: The Top Three Gifts I’m Thrifting This Year
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again- I love when I have a friend/family member that feels comfortable enough to thrift me a gift. Like that person is next level for me 😂 So here are my Top 3 categories that I’m thrifting gifts in this year! #1 thrift gift: TOYS All my kids birthdays are …
October 2024 Fashion Almanac: Must-Haves
Hello! 🌞 Julie here! It’s that time of year again—fall fashion is upon us, and I couldn’t resist making a trip to the Goodwill Akron Retail Store on E Waterloo Avenue. With October in full swing, I wanted to put together my *Fashion Almanac*, a roundup of must-haves for the season. Whether you’re braving the crisp fall air or cozying …
Spooky Good Reasons to Join the Goodwill Akron Loyalty Club
Happy Spooky Season friends! October is my birthday month so that means alllll the birthday coupons and freebies. So I thought it was a good time to remind you about the Goodwill Akron loyalty club perks and why you should join! First off- for every $100 you spend (at any goodwill Akron location) you get a 35% off coupon that …
Spooky on a Budget: Unique Halloween Finds at Goodwill
Hello! 🌞 Julie here! It is officially October and the Fall season is in full-swing. This means, pumpkin-spice everything, orange and black decor galore, and leaves all over the place. My goal for you is to give thrifting a try this Autumn. There’s so much to explore in second-hand stores; you never know the gems you can come across! Not …
Transform a Thrifted Dress Into a Bubble Hem Dress
Bubble hem skirts & dresses were one of the hottest trends this summer. We will be bringing back this 80s and 2010s staple going into this fall. If you want to try this trend out while being sustainable and staying on budget, why not DIY it yourself. I was able to thrift a dress from the Streetsboro location and with …
Sustainable September Style
Ahhhh, September. A Fall weather preview, pumpkin spice, and in my humble opinion, the start of the cutest fashion season! However, it seems that every year the fashion industry creates more and more waste trying to replicate designer fall fashion for less when in fact, the solution is right in front of us- THRIFTING! First off, remember my summer sweater …
Fall Thrift Scavenger Hunt: 12 Weeks of Thrifting
We’re thrilled to invite you to our 12 Weeks of Autumn Thrifting Challenge —a fun, creative, and sustainable way to welcome autumn into your home and wardrobe. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or just getting started, this challenge is for everyone. How It Works Over the next 12 weeks, you’ll be on the hunt for a list of cozy, autumn-inspired …
Last Days of Summer Fashion Ideas
Hello! 🌞 Julie here! As summer winds down and the first hints of fall begin to appear, it’s the perfect time to update your wardrobe with versatile pieces that can carry you through the changing seasons. If you’re in the Ontario area, be sure to visit the Goodwill location at 2154 W 4th St, Ontario, OH 44906. It’s a treasure …