As schedules start to fill up with spring holidays and summer events, it’s always a great idea to have a few dressy outfits on hand in advance so your family isn’t scrambling to find something for your little ones at the last minute. One of my absolute favorite things to shop for at Goodwill is dressy outfits for children! …
Red Trend
Energy. Love. Romance. Blood. Courage. Strength and Optimism. The color red represents many things we come in contact with. Some good. Some bad. Some intimidating. But there is always some romanticism attached to the color red, and I think that is what draws me in. The color evokes an energy that I do not see in other colors. It is …
Goodwill Honors Program Champions and Re-elects Board Members
AKRON, Ohio — March 22, 2018 — Goodwill serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties re-elected board members and honored program champions during its Annual Meeting and Celebration of Champions event March 21. The event hosted by Event Chair, Danielle J. Kimmell, CPA, was attended by nearly 200 individuals at Guy’s Party Center in Akron. “It was my honor …
Thrift Store Heroes: ‘Carousel Lady’ Transforms Goodwill Finds Into Dazzling Creations
To me, there’s no more iconic symbol of childhood happiness than a carousel ride. The brightly colored animals trimmed with accents of gold, the lullabying ice cream truck-like melodies played overhead as you circle around while the outside world whirls around you…..it’s a magical experience that can take any adult back to age five in an instant. That same magic …
DIY: Dog Crate End Table
Hi all! Having four dogs of my own, this project is one that I’ve always wanted to try. While none of mine need to be put in a crate anymore I still had the desire and I finally came across an end table that was square enough to work perfectly for it!! As you can see by the picture, the …
reStitch reView
I recently was presented with a new shopping experience from a website called reStitch. I’ve been thrifting since I was in high school, and have garnered quite a knack for it. I call it, my therapy. It’s relaxing to me, sifting through an arrangement of “who knows what you’ll find!” I love the thrill of the hunt and discovering …
#12MonthsofThrifting Challenge: Layering Pieces
As the weather starts to warm up a bit here in Ohio, we’re transitioning to layering pieces for the 12 Months of Thrifting challenge for kids. Sweatshirts, zip-ups, and even vests are great for kids because they are easy to throw on for school and play time. I love finding cool and interesting sweatshirts for kids at Goodwill because hoodies …
DIY: Chair Makeover
Hi all, Not sure what the weather is in your area but we have cold and snowy going on at my house. I know people don’t understand my love of snow but I do love it! Some of my favorite childhood memories are my mom and I going shopping during snow storms. Me, her and the employees would sometimes …
18 Ways to LOVE Your Habits, Your Home and Others This Valentine’s Day
There are various stories on the origin of Valentine’s Day and they all emphasize love. So whether you have a romance to celebrate or not, why not spend some time this February to show love to yourself, your home and to others? As a Professional Organizer, many of my clients desire to establish habits that will make them feel less …
How To Wear A Statement Earring
For the past 7 – 8 years the style of earrings we’ve worn are tiny, slight, dainty, and cutesy! They had a demure presence in fashion, so much so that many of us including myself, have gotten use to wearing simple studs. Little darling earrings that we can wear for a week (or MONTHS) without even changing. Sounds kinda odd …