Last month I had the pleasure of thrift styling Jacqui at the Midway store. Jacqui is actually an experienced thrifter who follows a lot of the same techniques I share on the blog. However, being a fitness expert who teaches cycling classes at a local gym, she often finds herself resorting to workout gear most of the time. She was seeking some …
Revamped Bookcase
While out shopping I saw this little beauty sitting and waiting for someone to swoop it up and give it some love. I thought this would be a great piece that could be used in several different rooms of a home: library, bedroom, home office, entry way, etc. Of course, this would be after it was cleaned up! …
#12MonthsofThrifting: Striped Shirt
We’re moving right along into month two of the #12MonthsofThrifting challenge. This challenge is designed to help you build a thrifted wardrobe, piece-by-piece over the upcoming year. Each prompt represents a staple item you can wear for seasons to come. Last month, we set out to thrift a cozy sweater. You can read all about it here. This month, I’m …
My Girl’s Night Out Look for Valentine’s Day
I was looking for the perfect outfit for a night out on Valentine’s Day with my best friends. Through a combination of Goodwill and blue / A GOODWILL® BOUTIQUE / in Akron, I was able to find an outfit that is both stylish and comfortable for dinner with the girls. Last week I visited blue in Akron for …
Collura Named Goodwill’s Vice President of Retail Operations
AKRON, Ohio — Feb. 9, 2016 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties named Dee Dee Collura, vice president of retail operations. Collura brings over 22 years of retail, service industry management and leadership experience to Goodwill. She is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of Goodwill’s 14 retail stores, including: donor cultivation; collections, processing …
#12MonthsofThrifting: Cozy Sweater Recap
We’ve wrapped up the first month of the #12MonthsofThrifting challenge. This challenge is designed to help new and beginning thrifters build a thrifted wardrobe throughout 2016. The prompt for January was to thrift a cozy sweater. Last month, I shared my go-to tips to keep in mind while thrifting a sweater: be bold, be basic, be inspired, be like the …
Nearly 8,700 Job Seekers Assisted by Goodwill in 2015
AGENCY TO PRESENT MISSION NUMBERS AT ANNUAL MEETING & CELEBRATION OF CHAMPIONS EVENT ON MARCH 31, 2016 AKRON, Ohio — Jan. 28, 2016 — In 2015 Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties helped 8,691 individuals through a number of services that offer assistance to people struggling to find employment, including: career exploration and advising; resume and interview …
4 Must-Have Valentine Looks For Girls & Boys
For kids, when February rolls around a few things come to mind: the exchange of Valentine’s cards, lots of candy, chocolates & parties! Kids love Valentine’s Day — it’s when they are guaranteed a fun-filled day at school. Crafts, games & sweet treats are just a few things on the agenda. In addition to some of these traditional favorites is …
Thrifty Hutch Decorating
I bought this hutch secondhand a few years ago and painted it white using Annie Sloan chalk paint. (Click here for the tutorial.) We have very few shelves in our house so this is one of the only places where I can put things on display. Given that my style and tastes change every season, I like to …
Goodwill Acquires Bus Pass Program from The Metro Assistance Group
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW FROM SUMMIT COUNTY-AREA AGENCIES AKRON, Ohio — Jan. 22, 2016 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties is now managing the bus pass service assistance program for Summit County-area agencies after The Metro Assistance Group dissolved in December 2015. The new program is now accepting applications from agencies in Summit County that have …