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Have something practical and useful on your shopping list? Thrift it! We’re kicking off this year’s 12 Months of Thrifting challenge with the prompt to thrift something useful. Why we chose this prompt: ● It’s sustainable: Many of us typically associate secondhand stores like Goodwill with mostly clothing and home décor, but avid thrifters know you can find a range …
With the holidays upon us- you may find yourself asking “But what will I wear?!” a little more than usual. It’s easy to get caught up in buying a new outfit for one occasion- but I encourage you to shop your closet and when necessary – thrift! Here are 3 looks that can be dressed up or down and worn …
Hello everyone out there in the thrifty wonderland – I hope you are doing well! Abby here again and I’ve got something that I’ve been gearing up to share with you all for the better part of this year: secondhand entertaining! I thought with the holidays coming up, and us hosting our (small) holiday get-togethers, I’d share some tips and …
We’re wrapping up this year’s 12 Months of Thrifting challenge with a thrift store favorite: picture frames. Because photo frames are produced and purchased in such large quantities retail, you can always count on finding some at second hand stores. Why we love to thrift frames: 1. Frames are a decor staple. You’ll almost always need at least one picture …
I am a recent convert to shopping the wares section at Goodwill. Like I always took a gander, but now I get really excited to see what I will find! With the holidays coming up quickly, I wanted to focus on all things homey. I found some great items in the wares section of the Northfield Ohio Goodwill. I decided …
We talk a lot about normalizing secondhand shopping for our lives and wardrobes, but we can’t ignore the fact that Goodwill is a fantastic source for all things quirky. From cats to clowns, this month we’re challenging you to thrift something amazingly quirky. Whether you need some ideas for yourself or for a White Elephant party this holiday season, we …
Happy Spooky Season, my friends! Or if that’s not your thing, Happy Fall! If you need a last-minute (kid-friendly) Halloween decoration idea, I’ve got you covered! Abby here again, and I hope this month’s DIY brings you all as much joy as it did my 4-year-old: ghost garlands! My child has been asking to make Halloween decorations/decorate for Halloween since …
Every fall, my family and I make a day trip to Salem, Massachusetts. With its haunting history and one-of-a-kind characters roaming the streets (hey, Laurie Cabot!), Salem is a place like no other. So, when it came time for me to plan a bewitching tablescape for an upcoming Halloween party, I thought about those cobbled streets and crumbling tombstones and …
Mom and me costumes are some of the cutest out there. But purchasing them from retail stores or online can be pricey. I find so much joy in seeing DIY creative costumes! With just 2 items you can make your own matching costumes this year for Halloween! Supplies: 2 White t-shirts Craft paint Abner and I were friendly ghosts at …
To set the mood for Halloween in your home, one of the easiest things you can do is to update your front door decor with a spooky little facelift. Since it’s the first thing you see when you arrive home, a display on your doorstep instantly creates whatever tone you want for the season. And, it’s easy to have a …