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I thrifted a book from a popular TV series. Will it be as good as the show?
My goal is to finish the book by the end of the year and go into 2025 to enjoy the TV series. I encourage you to check out the book section and connect with the characters in the books!
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Unique Goodwill Finds: $2 Comedy Classics for Cooler Temps
As fall sets in and the temperatures drop in the Washington, D.C. area, it’s time to come in from the day parties and BBQs and relax on the couch with movies and popcorn. There is something about rewatching movies that makes you laugh in tears over and over again. If you know anything about me, I will laugh like it is my first time watching a movie.
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Go To Goodwill For Dragon Good Deals
Nu, because so many people love dragons, thrifting dragon items can be quite competitive and otherwise challenging. But the size of the dragon fandom also means there’s a huge quantity, quality and diversity of dragon items on the thrifting market. I’ve been very pleasantly surprised by the many fabulous dragon items I’ve seen and thrifted, offline and on – especially at Goodwill of Greater Washington, and ShopGoodwill.com.
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DIY: How to Create an Ice Cream Costume with Goodwill Finds
Other than candy and goodies for your trick-or-treaters, Goodwill is very likely to have what you need to transform your home—and your family— for this fun and festive holiday. Find your good at Goodwill as you think about what your loved ones will wear for this creative and creepy night. Check out each department, section, aisle, and rack for things that can be turned into a unique scary costume—or a sweet one–like this ice cream cone!
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DIY: How Tiny Tweaks Can Transform Tall Chairs
Sometimes small, simple tweaks to already nice items help to give them a timeless transformation. Case in point: a pair of tall chairs picked up at Goodwill had lots going for them. The cane seats were in perfect condition, the cross-back design was inviting and the creamy color was delightful. Touching up of scrapes and chips then adding hand-painted wheat stalks raised them up to a timeless, elegant level. You can do it easily, too.
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How to Use Grains & Gold to Give a Thrifted Mirror a Timeless Transformation
YAn antique mirror, found for a few dollars at Goodwill, gets a radiant re-do with silk stalks of wheat and shiny gold paint. Given this is the time of year we harvest, it seemed fitting to give an oval-shaped mirror a new season with a simple and stunning upcycle. This dated and dark mirror from now literally reflects the familiar song chorus, “amber waves of grain.”
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Halloween Thrift Highlight: 2003 M&M Collectible Candy Dish
Ashdale has one of my best and largest houseware sections filled to the brim with cookware, knick-knacks, and artwork. They also have a seasonal end cap that changes based on the upcoming season.
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I Finally Found This Popular DC-Based Label at Goodwill
Typically, a sweatsuit can retail for around $80.00 per piece. However, I was able to score each piece for less than $8.00. That’s 90% of the retail value! It is in great condition, and I get compliments each time I wear it. I also like to wear it in other cities while traveling. It’s a conversation starter to share that the piece is made in DC!
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New Year’s Resolution: Thrift Your Judaica From Goodwill
Todah rabah, many thanks, for schlepping along with me today! May you have a festive Fall. Meet me back here in October, for a visit to the wonderful world of thrifted dragons.
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