It seems that Inflation has hit a 40 year high affecting everything from gas prices, housing, food, and consumer goods.  Inflation started to creep up on us back in December 2021 as the pandemic took its toll on employees who were resistant to going back to work again for low wages.  No one was willing to risk their lives again for low wages, the risk of being exposed to unvaccinated people and people who refused to wear a mask was simply overwhelming for many entering the job force again.   Inflation has its root causes and there are many causes contributi ..read more

Some thrift clothing can last a long time depending fabric it made with . I would purchase name brands like Ann Taylor loft, Express, the Gap, Talbots, Chico’s because they are quality brands and the clothing may be more resistant to wear and tear of the washing machine.  Purchase clothing that is washable in laundry washing machine not dry clean only articles. There are ways to make thrift clothing last longer by, Picking up nonbranded and branded clothing first make sure its washable and not dry clean only. Wash in cold only, hot water will wear out clothing faster in wash ..read more

  Why thrifting and reselling is ethical and not unethical? I read an article in the North Texan Daily where the writer wrote that reselling is unethical because it causes the thrift store prices to rise. Therefore making it less affordable for the community that relies on these items.   The writer argues that thrifting has become trendy and no longer has a stigma or shame attached to it.  The writer cites a 2010 Pennsylvania State University study which "showed that lower-income individuals more often purchased clothing, furniture, and household goods. Whereas higher ..read more

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 Going to the thrift store may be a fun adventure, especially if you are looking for something specific. If you are looking for that one item to to decorate or for reselling purposes, then you should bring along the these items when shopping.  1. bring a tape measure to measure any furniture and appliances you may be looking for specific space in the house. a tape measure can help you measure the item before purchase because some furniture may be too big for the space. You want to buy items to scale to fit the home properly.  2. bring a phone to research the items on Ebay ..read more

  Thrift shopping is the best way to save money shopping. There are even more ways to save at the thrift store despite all the regular savings. Thrift stores often have sales to get rid of excess inventory.  They will list it on a sign or whiteboard, and list which items are on sale. An example they may list 50% off the books, dishes, or whichever category they decide to place on special. These sales are announced daily on whiteboards and signs. This is a great way to save on Thrift items at the store.  Besides announced sales, Some stores offer discounts by offe ..read more

I found these two great end tables at a thrift shop solid wood but the finish needed some TLC.  At first, I thought they were by a furniture maker named Hadley from Massachusetts.  But I was wrong, they did not have a brand marked on them but they were sold heavily well-built tables. The tables had a glossy shine to them and had water ring marks on them so I knew I had to redo the tables.  At first, I admired the solid wood look but they didn't go with my country white french coffee table.  The tables were painted white and now they look great and match my coffee table. Now ..read more

 The first thing you should do when shopping for items to decorate your bathroom is to scan the bathroom and make a list of items to purchase.  Some great items to decorate a bathroom include:   1    bathroom signs  2    small succulent plants  3    dish soap holders  4    baskets  5    small mirrors  6    vanity trays  7    shelves  8    toothbrush holders  9    towel holders  10  small jars  1. bathroom signs are ..read more

  Often, when we pick up something we like from the thrift store. We will evaluate what use we wanted it for. Sometimes, we want something displayed or add to a collection. How do you display your items if you don't have a curio or hutch?   If you have a collection, group them altogether if you have a wall unit or display shelf. You can find the Shelf at a thrift store. It's cheaper than getting a cabinet or a china hutch. An example if you have a collection of Snowbabies, is to try to place them on a secure wall shelf. Or if yo ..read more