She gives them to the library when she is done and the blessing is multiplied. A simple shirt and pants will do. Goodwill has an online auction site that you can bid on treasures from more than a hundred other Goodwill agencies.

Do you want to shop your local Goodwill NCW auctions? You can! From the shopgoodwill. com homepage in the top right, click on advanced search.

Toward the bottom of this page you will see sellers. Type Appleton in the box, and Goodwill NCW should pop up, click it. Then click on the search button below. Now you are looking at just items from your local Goodwill NCW. You can find that cool collectible and support your community at the same time.

I bought a table with a 2-inch thick glass top to use for a table using a Lamborghini tire as the base. I keep a donate bag in my closet. They are very good for wrestling with my roses — much better than any gardening gloves.

Shop with friends, especially ones who think like you do. You can cover double the ground in the same amount of time. Set aside time to thrift and bring headphones to entertain yourself.

Listen to a podcast while thrifting. If you like to rewatch movies, check out the DVD section. When you come across a title that brings up good memories, toss it in the cart. Shop at multiple stores. There are so many donations that come in and the variety is great when you shop at more than one store.

Team members get a discount. Use your creative eye and seek out a unique design. You would be surprised at what a fresh coat of paint can do or a thorough cleaning.

The possibilities are endless for upcycling thrifted pieces. Not all thrift stores are created the same. Thrift stores in specific neighborhoods may receive unique donations and designer brands. Make a plan and shop around. Check out stores in areas to increase your chances of finding high-end luxury and unique vintage items.

Thrift stores replenish their inventory daily. Consistent store visits are key, as items that make it to the sales floor will quickly get snatched up by the next eager shopper. Shop on the days your local thrift store restocks so you can get the first pick on items placed on the sales floor.

With this tactic, you can find hidden gems that no one else can access. When heading to the thrift stores, bring your packing supplies. Pack cardboard boxes, bags, bungee cords, and newspaper in your car beforehand.

This way, you can safely transport any fragile items you purchase without worrying about them breaking on the way home. Tamara White is the creator and founder of The Thrifty Apartment, a home decor and DIY blog that focuses on affordable and budget-friendly home decorating ideas and projects.

Tamara documents her home improvement journey, love of thrifting, tips for space optimization, and creating beautiful spaces. This way you are getting rid of the old and making way for new, and also scoring some savings in the process.

Whenever you bag up a donation, put it straight in your car so you have it. Remember, thrift stores are seasonal too! Thrift stores like to focus on the season too, and put out items that are relevant for the season.

At the same time, off season items are a real steal at this time. Purchase off season items at a hefty discount and store them for later or find other creative ways to use them now. Do you love a great vintage pick? Check out one of my favorite hauls here! Keep your receipt.

Many people seem to be under the impression that thrift store sales are final. Knowing the return policy can also help you take a chance on an item you are on the fence about!

Make friends. I have been shopping at the same thrift stores for years, and I can tell you the names of half of the people that work at them. Not only is this just polite and friendly since you see these people week after week, but you can bet they steer me in the direction of stuff they think I would like and have even sent me a quick email when something comes in I might want.

I love that! Get to know the folks that run your fave thrift store. Sign up for savings clubs. Many thrift stores offer a punch card that gets punched when you spend so much money.

After so many punches you can get a discount on a future purchase or even a gift card. Does your local thrift spot have anything like this? The best way to find out is ask so if they do, you are taking advantage of it. View the aisle from two different angles. This may seem like one of the stranger thrift store secrets I have, but it works.

Shelves are typically so packed, it is good to view them from another angle and see what you might have missed. Grab a cart. I like to grab a cart because sometimes I need time to think about an item.

This way I can keep the item by me while I shop and think.

Be proactive and never buy kids clothes at full price If it's too overwhelming to tackle the whole store at once or you're short on time, pick a type of product and go there first The most important thing to remember when thrifting is to buy what you need and love, not just anything that's a great price. Getting the bargain of the century

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