Book lovers can spend hours, if not days, in a local library or vintage book store searching for that perfect book. With electronic resources, access to books has never been faster or easier. Electronic reading devices make it extremely convenient to download a book of any genre. However, no eReader can match the feel, smell or weight of a bound …
Goodwill Announces 14th Annual Employee of Distinction Award Luncheon
AKRON, Ohio — June 11, 2015 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties invites area employers to nominate their outstanding employees for its 14th Annual Employee of Distinction Award Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015. At no cost, area businesses can nominate employees they would like to publicly recognize for their efforts. The keynote speaker at …
No-sew Patriotic Pillow Cover Made from T-shirts
I’m back with another easy no-sew pillow cover tutorial that uses fabric from thrifted clothes. Remember this one , I made in the fall with the Aztec patterned skirt from Chico’s? It was so well received – even being featured on the national Goodwill blog – that I thought I’d give it another go with some summer-themed fabrics for our …
Thrifting for Father’s Day
In honor of Father’s Day, I set out to help my brother-in-law find a couple of casual summer outfits at Goodwill. Two of the most important tips we share at our Thrifting 101 workshops at Goodwill is to first go with an idea in mind and then to focus on one section at a time so you’re not wandering …
All that Glitters on shopgoodwill.com
Sparkly, glitzy, glamorous, bling. Whether it’s fine jewelry, costume or vintage pieces, there’s always a wide variety of treasures to be found on www.shopgoodwill.com. Our agency in particular has seen everything from vintage estate pieces to fine jewelry to ethnic and tribal pieces. Although precious and semi-precious rings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches tend to do very well online, there are …
Thrifted Pink & Gold Plant Display
Just a few months ago I started swapping all our colorful décor with neutral grays and whites. I was craving a clean, minimalistic, cohesive look, and to me that meant eliminating color and getting back to a simple palette. It was good. We removed a piece of furniture from our family room, we took down some excessive artwork, and …
Goodwill Announces Taste of Vintage Event and Honorees
ANNUAL GALA FUNDRAISER SET FOR NOVEMBER 5 AT QUAKER STATION AKRON, Ohio — May 7, 2015 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties as well as honorary event chairs George and Beth Sherwood are pleased to announce the 10th Annual Taste of Vintage gala fundraiser is on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015. In addition, the event will …
Thrifted Polka Dots – A Great Look for Work or Play
In honor of Mother’s Day this month, I thought I’d help my friend’s mom find a few things at Goodwill that she can incorporate into her wardrobe and to further prove that everyone can find stylish pieces at the thrift store. When I spotted this $4 polka dot blazer, I threw it in my cart without any hesitation …
Goodwill Signs Lease to Open Second Boutique
Featuring upscale clothing, shoes and accessories AKRON, Ohio — May 5, 2015 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties signed a lease to open another blue /A GOODWILL® BOUTIQUE / location with Crossroads Land Company at 335 S. Main Street in Akron. The new location is expected to be open in August 2015. “The boutique in …
Customize Your Thrifted Denim
Hi everyone, Abby here! It’s officially music festival season! If your social media channels look anything like mine, you’ll probably have noticed an increase in Coachella posts and fun summer clothes. One of my favorite festival staples (and warm weather pieces) is customized denim. Whether it is cut-off shorts, or embellished jeans, customized denim is the easiest and most fun way …