tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post6922878326609096160..comments2023-03-07T10:39:24.836-05:00Comments on Dishfunctional Designs: Tips For Thrift Shop ShoppingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-8345486935422506662015-11-20T09:41:00.953-05:002015-11-20T09:41:00.953-05:00Wow! What a great find! :)Wow! What a great find! :)Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-49214149870647234172015-11-20T09:40:29.780-05:002015-11-20T09:40:29.780-05:00Those are some amazing finds and some great tips! ...Those are some amazing finds and some great tips! Thanks!Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-48921279975880893522015-11-20T09:39:54.506-05:002015-11-20T09:39:54.506-05:00I'm glad you enjoyed the post!I'm glad you enjoyed the post!Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-61842753004125246112014-07-30T12:32:16.812-04:002014-07-30T12:32:16.812-04:00I 're fashion clothes and sell. Love goodwill...I 're fashion clothes and sell. Love goodwill some times thats the best place to get deals. People need to think just because its goodwill doesn't been it not in great shape. For example I bought a pair of jeans great shape for for $6.00. I was getting ready to wash them like I always do, inside pocket found $50.00 You are so right you can get more bees with honey and vinger. lisanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-10533819403278227322014-01-08T11:49:46.133-05:002014-01-08T11:49:46.133-05:00I've found some great stuff including a one ka...I've found some great stuff including a one karat emerald, several pairs of sterling silver earrings, pieces that match my dish set(s), and money in pockets of items that I purchased! I also got some great Levi jeans in good condition, new Timberland boots and a pair of Birkis.<br />Take a tape measure, magnifying glass, and hand sanitizer, and go every day, if you can. Go to different thrift stores if you're just starting out to see which ones have the best selection, best prices, sale days, senior or student discounts, etc.QL7https://www.blogger.com/profile/13758724153099701990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-80646762338121191302013-07-03T10:12:14.248-04:002013-07-03T10:12:14.248-04:00I have been a Thrift store shopper out of mostly n...I have been a Thrift store shopper out of mostly necessity. We live in a small town with several Thrift shops that are way too expensive for me but I do hit them occasionally when I have some "extra" money. and I love them. I have found some vintage jewelry from 1910-20's that I would never re purpose as I wear them. However I love this blog and will be looking for old sweaters and stuff to re purpose to sell in my area. Thank you for ideas.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03001728345178990026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-20236859256836519852013-04-02T13:00:29.562-04:002013-04-02T13:00:29.562-04:00Thanks for vising, and for sharing your finds! Thanks for vising, and for sharing your finds! Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-59010070191465487672013-04-02T12:59:25.430-04:002013-04-02T12:59:25.430-04:00Me too, I always go for my own style.Me too, I always go for my own style.Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-46007566963872456052013-04-02T12:58:52.888-04:002013-04-02T12:58:52.888-04:00That's excellent! What a great find! Glad yo l...That's excellent! What a great find! Glad yo like the blog.Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-18361504467379802612013-04-02T12:58:20.023-04:002013-04-02T12:58:20.023-04:00Thanks for adding this great tip, and for sharing ...Thanks for adding this great tip, and for sharing your wonderful find! Thanks for visiting! Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-72479866589774566812013-04-02T11:52:00.679-04:002013-04-02T11:52:00.679-04:00My first visit here...enjoyed everything on your s...My first visit here...enjoyed everything on your site and great pics. I am "seasoned thrifter" and luckily have terrific shops nearby. I would also add bring along a tiny magnifier if you are checking jewelry or backstamps and such. I remember my mom sitting Friday nights and plotting her missions through town each Saturday morning. My favorite find was at a church rummage sale..what I thought was a tiny journal with beautiful material cover. Just threw it in my bag. When I got home it actually is like a memento book in foreign languages, different handwritings and lovely little pen and ink and color pencil drawings from early 1900's. Think it was 25 cents.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-71087756060288720142013-03-02T18:22:18.616-05:002013-03-02T18:22:18.616-05:00Great tips for the uninitiated, and some reminders...Great tips for the uninitiated, and some reminders for seasoned vets too! Personally,<br />I haven't shopped retail for clothes in @ 25 years...let other people pay the higher<br />prices--I'll get it once it's been donated! I don't follow "trends" or care what's<br />"hot" at the moment--I go for the style of clothes that I like and fit my life, and<br />there's rarely a shortage of that (you just have to look, and look some more). Resale<br />is a great place to buy books too! (I'd go broke otherwise) NOW, I think I'll peruse<br />your blog some more!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-66294578125419401282013-01-29T00:42:14.778-05:002013-01-29T00:42:14.778-05:00I am a thrift- store -aholic! Began with me looki...I am a thrift- store -aholic! Began with me looking for play clothes for my only child. But, I knew right away, I would buy lots more than that. My child is now 31 and an avid thrifter herself. The only thing I buy retail is if I can't find it at the thrift. I usually have to buy my jeans retail, but every now and then I get lucky. The key is to go often, really check out your items and if you don't need it, or just can't live without it, don't buy it! Thrifting is fun if you have time and don't mind digging. My best find was a signed art print for 6.00, matted and framed and also, once I found a piece of my old pottery I have collected for years. I love your blog, my first time here! :)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-91378412344628038282012-12-27T09:23:08.402-05:002012-12-27T09:23:08.402-05:00I love the hunt and then the transformation. I sta...I love the hunt and then the transformation. I stay away from all the things you mentioned, and personally the clothes just aren't my thing, I like the knick knacks and furniture section myself. Happy thrifing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-68792746993148343012012-11-24T22:21:47.939-05:002012-11-24T22:21:47.939-05:00I shop at thrift shops all the time ! Right now I&...I shop at thrift shops all the time ! Right now I'm looking for old red sweaters to make into holiday pillows for the family room.Once I found a "Cantonware" plate worth about $100.00 for $3.00 ! I was so excited, best find ever for me. Growing up on the East Coast my parents had quite a few pieces on their hutch,so i was able to add to their collection. Thanks for your blog ! Really enjoyed "rummaging" through all your ideas!Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-44682959005325158992012-11-14T09:21:30.305-05:002012-11-14T09:21:30.305-05:00Exactly! Exactly! Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-74012619478637198852012-11-14T09:20:31.105-05:002012-11-14T09:20:31.105-05:00Yes, it does help to go often!Yes, it does help to go often!Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-51199421503851679252012-11-14T09:19:46.804-05:002012-11-14T09:19:46.804-05:00Great deals! It truly can be like treasure hunting...Great deals! It truly can be like treasure hunting when you find something that you really need or will use.Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-11473971563611796322012-11-14T09:15:21.911-05:002012-11-14T09:15:21.911-05:00Wow, what a great find! Lucky you!!Wow, what a great find! Lucky you!!Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-29130437841674349812012-11-14T09:14:52.822-05:002012-11-14T09:14:52.822-05:00Great, I'm glad you enjoyed the post and found...Great, I'm glad you enjoyed the post and found it useful! Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-57906703955504249692012-11-14T09:13:49.277-05:002012-11-14T09:13:49.277-05:00One of the fun things about thrifting is you never...One of the fun things about thrifting is you never know what you are going to find. I always go with certain things in mind that I am looking for, but I always seem to leave inspired and with new ideas! Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-91609087129096619272012-11-14T09:12:01.377-05:002012-11-14T09:12:01.377-05:00Great idea! Thanks for visiting!
Great idea! Thanks for visiting!<br />Laura Beth Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01480311392497475468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-67264387289996509822012-11-14T06:28:59.423-05:002012-11-14T06:28:59.423-05:00The one thing I would add to your list is a handy ...The one thing I would add to your list is a handy dandy tape measure. You need to know if it'll fit you, the spot you have in mind, or if there will be enough there to finish your project. I love your list and will add it to my thrifting journeys journal. Thanks for this article & blog!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-88494182336441494172012-08-29T09:43:44.776-04:002012-08-29T09:43:44.776-04:00I am a thrift shopper. To repurpose items is so f...I am a thrift shopper. To repurpose items is so fun. Your tips line right up to my thoughts on these fun scavenger hunts, I may have an item I am looking for...but usually it is all about the hi t....finding that unexpected item. Kwilty Pleasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13367376178045133263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5508733528711241001.post-11373498286274346942012-07-16T14:19:06.151-04:002012-07-16T14:19:06.151-04:00I am fortunate enough to have an AMAZING thrift st...I am fortunate enough to have an AMAZING thrift store in my town. My favorite pieces of furniture were found and I often find beautiful clothes. Once, they even had six or so Vera Wang gowns! Everything is pennies on the dollar. I agree with you that the key to good finds to only buy what I really love and need I would also add that it helps to go often.<br /><br />Another wonderful thing about thrift store is that donating my unused, unwanted items feels soooo good: I get a de-cluttered home, unwanted items will soon be loved again by someone else, and all the profits (of our thrift store anyway) go to charity. It's a win/win/win! :)Marahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01428334760645863476noreply@blogger.com