I Love Spring Cleaning!

As the snow melts and the kids are antsy to get outside and run around, I realize that is time for my favorite clean-up of the season. Spring cleaning is almost here!! All that clutter from the winter has got to go. But some might ask, “where do I start?”
The best idea is to tackle [...]

The Bon-Ton Goodwill Sale

I’m getting ready for The Bon-Ton Goodwill Sale! Are you? I’ve done some spring cleaning and I’m donating the clothing my kids’ have outgrown.
From March 10 – 24, drop off clean, gently-used clothing and household materials at participating  Bon-Ton stores or at participating Goodwill donation centers to save on purchases!
You will receive a coupon for [...]

Green is the new chic

A great way to reduce your carbon footprint is going green with your shopping habits. Instead of always buying new merchandise, try shopping at your local thrift store. I’ve found name-brand sweaters, suits, dresses and pants from Goodwill, all with the tags on. You can, too!
Check out this article by Karla Zens from The Huffington Post. [...]

Release your inner creativity

Who doesn’t want to save money? It is crucial to be able save in today’s economy. One thing that everyone would love to be able to save money on is furniture. Thrift stores like your local Goodwill are unknown goldmines for great furniture. From end tables to coffee tables, couches to rockers, great bargains can [...]

Are you a Goodwill Newbie?

If you’re a Goodwill newbie, have no fear! I’ve found some information that helps break down a successful thrift store trip and make it fun! Take a look at this great wikiHow, How to Shop at Thrift Stores.
Some shoppers new to the thrift store world are overwhelmed with all the merchandise available, and most of [...]

Vote Goodwill Simply the Best!

Click here for the Harrisburg Magazine’s Simply the Best voting ballot.
Goodwill Keystone Area is trying to spread the word of the store’s fantastic bargain shopping by being voted into Harrisburg Magzine’s “Simply the Best” issue. You can vote for Goodwill in these categories:
Shop til you Drop
Casual mens
Casual womens
Vintage rags
Tiny Tots
Kids clothing boutique
Help us become Simply the Best! [...]

Cool tips to raise a thrift-store-loving kid

Check out this great article that gives tips on how to raise your child (or niece and nephew) to love bargain shopping as much as you do!
http://planetgreen.discovery.com/fashion-beauty/raise-thrift-store-kid.html
My kids love going through the racks at Goodwill, making their own combinations of shirts and bottoms. The writer’s idea of taking different pieces of jewelery, some even broken, [...]