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I’ve been getting back into sewing. It brings me a lot of joy and satisfaction. I feel super empowered when I can just fix up a dress with a couple of nips and tucks or re-hem a pair of pants in a few minutes with my machine. So I took on a little bigger project recently. I saw this super …
AKRON, Ohio — Sept. 7, 2023 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties was very pleased to announce its 2023 “Making a Difference” award winners at the September 6th, Employee of Distinction Luncheon held at Guy’s Party Center. The director “Making a Difference” honoree is honorary board member, William Glaeser. William “Bill” Glaeser graciously shared his time, …
AKRON, Ohio — Sept. 7, 2023 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties recognized outstanding employees in our community during its 22nd Annual Employee of Distinction Awards Program yesterday. The event provides employers with a cost-effective way to publicly recognize outstanding employees. This year 52 employees were nominated for the Employee of Distinction Award. Nominations for …
Thrifting for a classroom can be a fun and budget-friendly way to gather supplies, decorations, and even educational materials. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you thrift for your classroom at Goodwill Akron: Assess Your Needs: Before you start thrifting, make a list of the items you need for your classroom. This could include furniture (chairs, tables, shelves), decorations (posters, …
A blog by Felicia Czochanski Bisaro There’s a lot we can learn from the Barbie movie, which has caused a resurgence of all things feminine and pink. A celebration of women, friendship, and life, the movie reminds us that we should be empowered to be strong in our beliefs and that pink does go with everything. As the Barbiecore trend …
On July 27, I was invited to be part of a fun thrifting night out with two other Goodwill Akron bloggers at blue – A Goodwill Boutique. I have attended similar events in the past at blue, but this was my first time helping out. It was such a fun night shopping after hours with friends, trying on clothes, helping …
Transitioning from a summer wardrobe to a fall one can be an exciting but confusing process. Luckily, it can be a gradual transition: it’s not an all-or-nothing approach. You can gradually incorporate fall pieces into your outfits while still making use of some summer items. At the latest Thrift Your Style event by Goodwill Akron and blue / A GOODWILL …
Thrifting has become a popular trend, not just for its budget-friendly nature, but also for its potential to unearth hidden gems from the past. Vintage clothing carries a unique allure, combining nostalgia with timeless style. Among the vast array of vintage brands, some stand out for their consistent quality, classic designs, and enduring appeal. These are some of my favorite …
Have you heard about quiet luxury? I think it’s such a fun word combo and so I decided to build a themed rack at my local blue /A Goodwill Boutique/ for our Fashion event last month. This boutique is such a great place to find quality apparel on a budget. Quiet Luxury centers around expensive taste without showing off any …
I love a good, structured blazer that fits me like a glove. Blazers are one of my favorite closet staples to thrift because you can find so many styles, colors, lengths, and patterns to match your style and body type. Solid blazers are something that you can mix and match with so many items you already have in your closet. …