My all-time fave thrift store find is a set of gold-rimmed drinking glasses that I bought nearly 20 years ago. I've only broken one out of the original seven and they all still look great.
Very good article until the end. The last point really angered me. The author's husband wants to pay someone to paint the exterior based on how long the dining room took when HE DIDN'T HELP!?! I won't pretend to know how their marriage works but I will say this would not fly in my home. My husband would like me to add he feels if a man doesn't help with something, from diy projects to an aspect of child-rearing or what have you, that he no longer has an opinion on that subject. We are "old-fashioned" but this bothered us both deeply.
The wax probably needs a solvent. It may sound redneck, but you could get some kerosene (not gasoline, which is flammable) in a bucket with a plunger and work the pants in that. Then while the stain is still damp with the kerosene, wash in another bucket with the hottest water possible and a laundry detergent. Then let it air dry till the kerosene smell is gone, then wash as normal.
Or, a commercial dry cleaner may be able to get it out.
It's basically a sudsing detergent; if you have a wet or wet-dry vac or a manual upholstery shampooer or carpet shampooing attachment, just keep applying clean water, working it in, and sucking the suds out till it doesn't foam any more. Then dry as best as possible with a towel and dry the rest of the way with electric fan. That will probably then be the cleanest seat in the car.
I normally don't buy shoes from thrift stores, or even look at them for that matter, but last summer I happened to glance at the flip flop pile at my local thrift store and found a pair of thick rubbery black flip flops that are now my favorite pair. Okabashi flip flops are the best and I never would have known had I not checked the show pile that day!
I have taken pet sitting and dog walking and made a great side business out of it. It keeps me busy, active and I meet a lot of great people. I agree with all of these statements!
I am lucky enough to have several very nice thrift/charity stores in my area. I usually drop by on a whim to search for gently used designer purses. I look for and prefer bags in like new condition and have found several. I also love that my purchases at these stores mean $$ is getting to charities that can put it to good use in my community.
Bad advice about free mulch. You have no idea where these wood chips came from. Possibly from diseased trees and shrubs. Also, raw wood chips use nitrogen to break down and they take it from your garden soil. Best to pay for decomposed mulch that has been sterilized and balanced with clean fertilizer so you are not importing someone else's problems and your garden will be the clean place that you want to enjoy.
I have 4 dvd players. 1 Sony, 1 Sony Blu/ray, 1 Toshiba player & 1 Toshiba dvd recorder. I tried all the suggestions below & none work. Anybody have any ideas??
This is not my find, but my mother's. And I think it was an antique store rather than a thrift store. Anyway, she found this nice ceramic vase with a moon scene and Spanish moss for 75 cents. It would be lovely to put her lilacs in. (I think this was the mid 1960s.) The vase was made at Newcombe College by Sadie Irvine and is now worth thousands of dollars. And Mom can't put flowers in it anymore. Years ago, I saw trio of similar vases on the Antiques Road Show.
I don't have any great finds, but my friend always found great clothes and looked like a million bucks. One time she found a twenty in a pair of pants she bought.
I signed up for this but I regret accepting a shop too far away. Could I cancel it or do something similar?
My all-time fave thrift store find is a set of gold-rimmed drinking glasses that I bought nearly 20 years ago. I've only broken one out of the original seven and they all still look great.
Very good article until the end. The last point really angered me. The author's husband wants to pay someone to paint the exterior based on how long the dining room took when HE DIDN'T HELP!?! I won't pretend to know how their marriage works but I will say this would not fly in my home. My husband would like me to add he feels if a man doesn't help with something, from diy projects to an aspect of child-rearing or what have you, that he no longer has an opinion on that subject. We are "old-fashioned" but this bothered us both deeply.
Give it a few washings with hot water and detergent, not attempting to dry the garment until the grease seems to be gone.
Costco and Land's End.
The wax probably needs a solvent. It may sound redneck, but you could get some kerosene (not gasoline, which is flammable) in a bucket with a plunger and work the pants in that. Then while the stain is still damp with the kerosene, wash in another bucket with the hottest water possible and a laundry detergent. Then let it air dry till the kerosene smell is gone, then wash as normal.
Or, a commercial dry cleaner may be able to get it out.
It's basically a sudsing detergent; if you have a wet or wet-dry vac or a manual upholstery shampooer or carpet shampooing attachment, just keep applying clean water, working it in, and sucking the suds out till it doesn't foam any more. Then dry as best as possible with a towel and dry the rest of the way with electric fan. That will probably then be the cleanest seat in the car.
I normally don't buy shoes from thrift stores, or even look at them for that matter, but last summer I happened to glance at the flip flop pile at my local thrift store and found a pair of thick rubbery black flip flops that are now my favorite pair. Okabashi flip flops are the best and I never would have known had I not checked the show pile that day!
While splitting interest from principal is eye opening, @MHICK: the WHOLE monthly PAYMENT is still an expense, since it's leaving your "pile of cash".
The only difference is how much of that whole payment is ALSO reducing your debt load.
I have taken pet sitting and dog walking and made a great side business out of it. It keeps me busy, active and I meet a lot of great people. I agree with all of these statements!
I like finding picture frames I can paint to match my decor and add my family pictures!
I just found a vintage gold filled needle case for $1 at my local Liberty thrift! Best find so far this year!
I look for out-of-print knitting and crocheting books at thrift stores.
My favorite thrift store find is jeans!
I love finding scarves in the thrift shop.
I could not agree with you more. This ever-growing trend of endorsements sandwiched into the program content is really off-putting. I hate it!
My 100% camel hair blazer for $5.
I am lucky enough to have several very nice thrift/charity stores in my area. I usually drop by on a whim to search for gently used designer purses. I look for and prefer bags in like new condition and have found several. I also love that my purchases at these stores mean $$ is getting to charities that can put it to good use in my community.
I purchase jeans and shoes at thrift storesI usually get name brand, high-end jeans and shoes for under $10.
My favorite thrift store finds are books. My store has books 4 for $1 so I always find something!
Bad advice about free mulch. You have no idea where these wood chips came from. Possibly from diseased trees and shrubs. Also, raw wood chips use nitrogen to break down and they take it from your garden soil. Best to pay for decomposed mulch that has been sterilized and balanced with clean fertilizer so you are not importing someone else's problems and your garden will be the clean place that you want to enjoy.
I have 4 dvd players. 1 Sony, 1 Sony Blu/ray, 1 Toshiba player & 1 Toshiba dvd recorder. I tried all the suggestions below & none work. Anybody have any ideas??
When I've been wanting something forever and find the exact thing I was hoping for practically new and for a fraction of the cost.
This is not my find, but my mother's. And I think it was an antique store rather than a thrift store. Anyway, she found this nice ceramic vase with a moon scene and Spanish moss for 75 cents. It would be lovely to put her lilacs in. (I think this was the mid 1960s.) The vase was made at Newcombe College by Sadie Irvine and is now worth thousands of dollars. And Mom can't put flowers in it anymore. Years ago, I saw trio of similar vases on the Antiques Road Show.
I don't have any great finds, but my friend always found great clothes and looked like a million bucks. One time she found a twenty in a pair of pants she bought.