Thrifting
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Things to Collect: Eight Collections from My Home
One of the words that I would use to describe my style is definitely traditional, and the hallmark of any traditional home is that is is full of collected items. Traditional style is a treasure trove of amazing things to collect, including beloved china collections, gorgeous artwork, and so much more! I took inventory of the collections in my home and realized that I have about eight notable collections going. They are of various sizes, and some are composed of just a few items while others have possibly over 50 items. Follow along as I take you on a tour of eight different collections that I treasure in my home.…
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Thrifting and Decorating Require Vision
Here’s a common scenario for me: My husband and I are walking around on trash day. I’m distracted because I’m constantly looking at people’s trash for different items that I can salvage. A beat up dresser? Score! A coffee table with scratches all over the surface? Perfect! I’m often amazed at the things that people will label as “trash”, meanwhile other people are often amazed at the things that I’ll dig out of the trash and take home with me. Why is it that I’m able to look with such delight on something that looks forlorn and abandoned? When I look at a broken down piece of furniture, I’m not…
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4 Compelling Reasons to Shop Secondhand
Anyone who knows me knows about my obsession with thrift store shopping. I’ve blogged about it many a time, and I can be found in a thrift store at least twice a week hunting down the latest fashion bargain. My mantra to find the best pieces is “shop often, buy seldom,” so I don’t always leave the store having made a purchase. This is how I can justify spending so much time in these stores — I only buy things that I absolutely love, but in order to find them I really need to invest time in looking for them. Thrift store shopping is more than just a fun hobby — shopping…
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A Comprehensive List of Thrift & Consignment Clothing Boutiques Near Cherry Hill, NJ
If you’re like me and you’re constantly on the hunt for new thrift stores (and you happen to live near Cherry Hill, NJ), this post is your ultimate gold mine! Besides compiling a list of my favorite haunts, I’ve also explained a bit about each store — what’s great about them and (in some cases) what’s not-so-great. I plan to update this post in the future as I make new discoveries. So if you’ve got a spot that should be on this list, leave it in the comments below! I’ll check it out and add it to the list if appropriate. Village Thrift Location: Pennsauken, NJPricing: Low Click for map Village Thrift…
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6 Tips for Yard Sale Shopping
The only thing that gets me more excited than a trip to the thrift store? A nice Saturday morning yard sale! The deals that I get at yard sales are usually much better than my thrift store deals — which is saying a lot. I’ve gotten a tall faux plant for $5, multiple free chairs, and a hand painted floral tray for $15. Here are my best tips for successful yard sale shopping. 1. Find yard sales postings online. I still see the old fashioned poster board signs hanging on telephone poles all the time. But another way to learn about yard sales is to find them listed online at…
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8 Insider Tips for Becoming An Expert Secondhand Shopper
My wardrobe is so extensive that I had to create a second closet in my tiny apartment just to store it all. It’s also constantly growing. When my friends notice my ever-evolving assortment of clothing, this usually leads to inquiries. Where did you get that? How come it always seems like you’re wearing new clothes? How is it possible that you aren’t completely broke? The truth is, about 90% of my wardrobe is secondhand. If it weren’t, I’d be living on the streets with the amount of time I spend shopping. Thrift stores are a great way to get more bang for your buck, but many people find them overwhelming…