Thursday, September 25, 2008

Halloween in coming soon!

Thrifting is an art that can be used efficiently in many different ways during all seasons. All ages can enjoy the wonderful world of thrifting during the fall because....Halloween! Thrift stores are the best place to find unique one-of-a-kind cosutmes at a great low price!

In spotlight today:

Goodwill's Halloween headquarters begins September 26th & 27th.
Special events will be taking place this Friday and Saturday.

YOu can enter for a chance to win a 40", flat-screen, Sony HDTV!

Also, compette in their Halloween Challenge costume contest, Sept. 26 through Oct. 26.
The winners will be based on the best costume that reuses items found at Goodwill.

Winner recieves an Apple™ MacBook laptop computer valued at $1,099, a 16 Gigabyte Apple™ , iTouch valued at $299, and 8 Gigabyte Apple™ iPod Nano valued at $199.

Check it out at http://www.goodwilleasterseals.org/site/PageServer?pagename=shop_calendar_event.

Happy Shopping!

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

The Basic Thrift Stores In MN

Goodwill stores: http://mnges.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=MNDR_locations

Another great listing of Stores ALL AROUND Minnesota: http://www.magicyellow.com/category/Thrift_Shops/-State_MN.html


Also, an interesting article about Thrift Stores: http://www.smartgivers.org/Not_Every_Thrift_Store_is_a_Nonprofit2.html

Welcome To Thrifty Nifty!

One man's junk is another man's treasure...and this blog will help you find your own treasure, right here in Minnesota! Minnesota is filled with wonderful trift stores, flea markets, "occasional sales" and vintage resale stores. This is the place to find out about upcoming Thrifting events and sales.

It is time to GO GREEN! Recycling is not just for paper and plastics but all things reusable.