For May’s 12 Months of Thrifting prompt, we’re focusing on incorporating a thrifted maxi skirt in your wardrobe. Whether you’re running errands or out painting the town red with friends, this essential piece will never let you down. My Thrifting Strategy: First, I bee line to the skirt section. The great thing about Goodwill Akron is that they separate …
DIY: Painted Frame
I got the new Target catalog in the mail a few weeks ago and I want it ALL! Sadly, ALL is not in our budget. This dotted, carved wooden stool is perfection. If one of these ever makes it to Goodwill, I beg you to contact me immediately! In the meantime, I’ll just be over here painting white …
Make a Color Splash this Summer with these Kids’ Clothing Ideas
The temperatures are rising & the layers are coming off! Time to shop your local Goodwill for cool summer finds for your young ones! One of the things I noticed about moving back to northeast Ohio is once the temps rise above 50 degrees, people are breaking out their shorts, tees & toeless shoes (although it takes temps to …
Craft Night Out: Making a Teacup Planter
Hi everyone, Abby here! I hope you’ve been enjoying the lovely weather that has recently arrived in Northeast Ohio. If you are looking for a way to bring the outdoors in, might I suggest the easiest potting trick ever: the Teacup Succulent? Succulents make for easy indoor plants, as they require minimal light and water. The key to a …
#12MonthsofThrifting: Trench/Utility Jacket
I’ll never forget the first trench coat I bought. My friend convinced me it would be a purchase I wouldn’t regret because it would be an item I will wear for years to come. Nine years later, I still wear it every spring and fall. That’s exactly why I included a trench or utility jacket as April’s prompt for …
#12MonthsofThrifting: Blazer Recap
We’re wrapping up the third month of the #12MonthsofThriftingChallenge. 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. In January, we set out to thrift a cozy sweater from Goodwill Akron. In February, I shared my favorite tips to thrift a striped shirt, and in March …
Thrifted Frames Made Modern
A few years ago I changed our basement from red walls and khaki pillows, to Sea Salt walls and bright, colorful pillows. And I like it… but I looooove the simple, clean black and white spaces I’ve been seeing all over Pinterest. I especially love all the framed modern artwork and quotes that are leaned atop dressers …
Goodwill Honors Program Champions and Re-elects Board Members
AKRON, Ohio — April 1, 2016 — 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 31. The event hosted by Event Chairs, Dr. Pleas R. Chambers III and Andrea Chambers, was attended by nearly 200 individuals. “We were honored to chair …
4 Ways to Dress Kids for Spring
It’s that time to stow away your kid’s winter coats & gear-up for spring! April showers are looming. Daffodils, tulips & lilies are blooming all around. The colors & signs of spring are finally in season. Springtime is a wonderful time. A time for renewal. After a long (thankfully mild) winter here in northeast Ohio, spring has finally sprung upon …
How to Make a Three-tier Vanity Tray
Whenever I spring clean my house, I always feel the need to change things around to make the room look a little different. Over the years I have figured out that if I refer to it as “revamping” the room instead of redecorating that seems to keep my husband from looking annoyed. This year spring cleaning/revamping started with our bathroom …