One thing I love about thrifting my wardrobe is that I do not always have cookie cutter clothing that everyone else has from the same store. I love that I can customize unique pieces and make things my own, that fit my style and aesthetic. One way to do this is to personalize and customize the items that I thrift. …
How to Thrift Seasonal Décor Without Accumulating Clutter In Your Home
I love the idea of themed seasonal décor, but I don’t love the idea of accumulating a lot of clutter. These are some things I’ve started doing over the years to avoid accumulating clutter while enjoying the thrifting experience: Plan Ahead: Before thrifting, assess your current seasonal décor and identify what you truly need. Create a list of specific items …
Thrifty February Challenge
Hey gals, this month I have a thrifty challenge for you in honor of love – the love of thift 😉 Since it’s the shortest month of the year, why not pack in maximum thriftiness? Challenge #1: Thrift OR Create something heart shaped *bonus points* if you create something with items you already have OR thrift I picked up …
Styling Your Home for Winter- Thrifted Style
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has passed and many of us have packed up our trees, lights, stocking holders, red and green decor and ornaments. I love the feeling of taking down all of my Christmas decor but often look around to a house that feels empty and not warm and inviting like it felt by the …
Cold Weather Couture | Winter Fashion Finds at the Tallmadge Goodwill
Hi friend! ✨ Julie Holiday here, your go-to style guru, bringing you the hottest scoop on winter fashion straight from the heart of Tallmadge, Ohio. In my recent adventure to the local Goodwill, I unearthed the treasures of “Cold Weather Couture.” Spotted: soft fabrics that embrace you like a warm hug, thick textures that scream coziness, and a palette of …
Best Places to Thrift: Kent Goodwill
Want to know the best places to thrift in 2024? I got you! Let’s kick off the year with one of my top locations: the Goodwill in Kent, Ohio. Why I love this store: The Size: This midsize Goodwill location is the perfect size for both new and avid thrifters. You can easily browse the entire store in one …
Making a 2024 Thrifting Wishlist and Some of My Favorite 2023 Wishlist Items
As we welcome a new year, many of us are purchasing new planners or organizers, making goals or resolutions, starting new habits and excited for a fresh start and a renewed perspective. I am someone who loves to buy a new paper planner and flip through the empty pages anticipating all that the year holds for me and my family. …
Y2K Trends I spotted at the Thrift
You’ve probably seen alllll the memes and video clips about Y2K fashion trends that have come back around. I was 10 in 2001 and there is so much nostalgia every time I go into any store. I was recently at the Medina Goodwill and found several items that gave me “the feels”. Let’s take a trip back in time, shall …
Discovering Joy | Your Goodwill Akron Adventure for a Fulfilling Year Ahead
Hey friend, it’s Julie Holiday! As we step into the new year, we are gearing up for resolutions. While I love a good goal, I find it better to have movement in the direction of good health and well-being. In my quest to find things in our community that help and enhance our lives, I wanted to show you items …
Ways to Bring the Friendly Comfort of Hygge into Your Home
Have you heard of hygge (pronounced sort of like hoo-gah)? It’s one of those words that has no true English translation. In Denmark, the word describes the distinct feeling of happiness derived from things of comfort: pillows, candles, tea and good friends. As we dwell in the midst of autumn with a long winter ahead, it feels like the perfect …