Tag: bargain

The Happy Hunter

February 26, 2010

If you are like me, then you love rare and collectible items. It is my passion in life to collect and own, for my enjoyment, all kinds of things from classic comic books to fascinating looking clocks to vintage figurines. I have spent many years all over the world searching for these rare, valuable, and sometimes weirdly cool artifacts. In all my travels I learned that all the items that I have ever wanted to find are right here at my local Goodwill stores.

I just walk in to my local store, take a look around, and let my imagination run free as the hunt begins for collectibles and treasure. I live by the mantra that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure.

In upcoming posts, I would like to share stories of some of my great finds and point you in the right direction to start your own treasure-collecting journey. To help you, be sure to check out www.shopgoodwill.com for online sales of interesting and collectible items. Think of it as eBay for extraordinary shoppers and collectors. Until then, happy hunting.

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Green is the new chic

February 23, 2010

Woman Being a Green Goodwill Shopper 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. She goes in depth about how green shopping not only benefits the environment, but you too! Be green, be chic.

Release your inner creativity

February 17, 2010

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 be found everywhere. 

Sometimes you have to check back a couple of times. Ask your friends to keep their eyes open if they see a great piece of furniture. Patience is a virtue with furniture shopping at a thrift store. It is well worth it, however. 

Here’s where it gets really fun for those who want to release their inner creativity. Let’s say you find a piece of furniture but it looks a little bland or worn, what do you do? Decorate it. Paint it. Put some design into. Have a blast putting your own spin into you new, creative furniture. Become a feng shui master in your home. Bargain furniture is waiting for you. All you have to do is look. Remember, a great bargain is just around the corner. 

Dresser Makeover from Design Sponge
Dresser Makeover from Design Sponge

Are you a Goodwill Newbie?

February 9, 2010

Goodwill Shopper 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 it one-of-a-kind. They wander in and back out without finding anything or they buy too much because of the great bargains. This wikiHow helps you plan your trip so that you come home with what you need.

There’s also a step-by-step video which was short, but helpful. I couldn’t believe the statistic at the end… a man bought a piece of art for $5 and was then offered 9 million dollars for it!! It just goes to show, you never know what treasure you’ll find at Goodwill and other thrift stores.

Vote Goodwill Simply the Best!

January 28, 2010

Click here for the Harrisburg Magazine’s Simply the Best voting ballot. (Voting has ended)

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

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Cool tips to raise a thrift-store-loving kid

January 22, 2010

Goodwill Shoppers 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, and turning them into your own work of art is a fabulous idea. What a great way to recycle and be creative with your kids!