I found a fantastic website for all Thrift Store shoppers. It is http://www.thethriftshopper.com/. It has an extensive list of thrift store shops and helpful hints.
Best of luck!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Great Finds
So...
I told you my tips the other day, one of which "know what you are looking for." As I said, I always look at dresses and handbags. The other day my persistence paid off...
I told you my tips the other day, one of which "know what you are looking for." As I said, I always look at dresses and handbags. The other day my persistence paid off...
I found an adorable dress by the brand "Free People." If you don't know what Free People is, it is an EXPENSIVE brand. The Dress I bought in a department store would have cost at least $130 and I got it for $6!
A couple weeks back I found another great deal at Goodwill. A Mens Danali NorthFace Jacket (See Picture) which retails at $165. I bought it for $8. It was nearly new and fit by boyfriend perfectly.
Although it does feel wonderful to find great brands for cheap, it also is rewarding to find unknown brands and make them great! One of my favorite sweaters, which I bought at a thrift store, is from the 1960s. A year after I purchased the sweater I found a cardigan at JCrew that was nearly identical. Purchansing old clothes is smart because classic styles cycle through the years and the quality of clothes was higher then than it is now.
So either current brands or unknown...GOOD LUCK SHOPPING!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Goodwill!
I promised you some interesting facts about one of Minnesota's largest thrift stores (and one of my favorites)...GOODWILL!
Did you know...
In 2000, Goodwill received 47 Million pounds of donations!
Of the 47 million pounds donated, 14 Millions is able to be used.
Don't worry about the other 33 Million pounds unable to be used because Goodwill has always been on the forefront for reducing waste...In 2000, 1 Million pounds of scrap metal was recycled, 300,000 tons of cardboard was recycled, and 390 tons of books were recycled.
Goodwill also has an Outlet where merchandise is sold by the pound! The Outlet is located in St. Paul at 2505 University Avenue W.
Goodwill also owns a high-end boutique called Second Début which is located in St. Louis Park at 4300 W. 36 1/2 Street. You can check out their website at http://www.seconddebut.org/.
Goodwill...Good Luck Shopping!!!
Did you know...
In 2000, Goodwill received 47 Million pounds of donations!
Of the 47 million pounds donated, 14 Millions is able to be used.
Don't worry about the other 33 Million pounds unable to be used because Goodwill has always been on the forefront for reducing waste...In 2000, 1 Million pounds of scrap metal was recycled, 300,000 tons of cardboard was recycled, and 390 tons of books were recycled.
Goodwill also has an Outlet where merchandise is sold by the pound! The Outlet is located in St. Paul at 2505 University Avenue W.
Goodwill also owns a high-end boutique called Second Début which is located in St. Louis Park at 4300 W. 36 1/2 Street. You can check out their website at http://www.seconddebut.org/.
Goodwill...Good Luck Shopping!!!
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Christmas Season = Thrifting Season!
It has been a while since I have written....but that doesn't mean the thrifting has stopped!
As we all know, Christmas is SOON!
It is a great time to find those gems that are hidden away in the hundreds of thrift stores in Minnesota. Who says you cannot give a second hand gift? Especially in these times of financial burdens.
I have been an avid thrifter for years and I have never seen so many people thrifting! It is great! It also creates a little more competition when shopping. Don’t be intimidated by other shoppers all it takes is perseverance and a little luck and before you know it your shopping cart will be filled with wonderful items.
My friends often make fun of me for how strategic I can be when it comes to bargain shopping. They may seem silly but here are a few simple tips to help you:
Bring a bottle of water with you—for some reason thrift stores are often dry.
Don’t go to a thrift store with a limited amount of time—allot at least 45 minutes to shop in one store.
Have an idea of what you are looking for. (Example: No matter what I always look at the dresses and the hand bags. Recently I have been looking for a good coat so I make sure I spend some time at the coat racks. I also have been looking for a good present for my Mom so I make sure to roam through the home goods).
Check back soon for some interesting facts about one of Minnesota’s largest thrift stores!
As we all know, Christmas is SOON!
It is a great time to find those gems that are hidden away in the hundreds of thrift stores in Minnesota. Who says you cannot give a second hand gift? Especially in these times of financial burdens.
I have been an avid thrifter for years and I have never seen so many people thrifting! It is great! It also creates a little more competition when shopping. Don’t be intimidated by other shoppers all it takes is perseverance and a little luck and before you know it your shopping cart will be filled with wonderful items.
My friends often make fun of me for how strategic I can be when it comes to bargain shopping. They may seem silly but here are a few simple tips to help you:
Bring a bottle of water with you—for some reason thrift stores are often dry.
Don’t go to a thrift store with a limited amount of time—allot at least 45 minutes to shop in one store.
Have an idea of what you are looking for. (Example: No matter what I always look at the dresses and the hand bags. Recently I have been looking for a good coat so I make sure I spend some time at the coat racks. I also have been looking for a good present for my Mom so I make sure to roam through the home goods).
Check back soon for some interesting facts about one of Minnesota’s largest thrift stores!
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