WHAT'S YOUR INSPIRATION?
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Goodwill Has MerMay-zing Mermaids and More
For this post, I’ve chosen MerMay, where we celebrate mermaids, mermen, and merenbies. I love and identify with merfolk, and have a persona called Mercroft. I have a cool collection of thrifted mermaids, which I need to blog about at some point. Today, let’s look at some of the recent mermazing items on Goodwill of Greater Washington’s ShopGoodwill.com site.
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DIY: How to Upcycle Vintage Suitcases into an Accent Table
Take an exciting transformational journey by upcycling a pair of vintage suitcases into one totally unique accent table. These Goodwill-found suitcases go from lost in the attic to found in your favorite room because they make a table that is whimsical and useful.
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Good Stuff — and Good Vibes — at Goodwill!
Yes, I love all of the wonderful things I find at Goodwill. But as I was shopping at the Hayfield, Va. store the other day, I realized something. It isn’t all about the things I find at Goodwill. That’s just stuff.
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DIY: How to Transform a Globe into a Worldly Lamp Shade
The world is your DIY oyster, so have fun transforming the world—or at least a globe—in a creative and memorable way!
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Where to Thrift Cheap Masons Jars for Pickling
It’s one of my best thrift finds thus far because it’s such a good buy at a great price! Also, don’t think you can only use mason jars for pickling. I use them for drinking vessels, storing grains and rice or using as measuring cups for cooking. The sky is the limit!
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Don’t Passover Goodwill When You’re Shopping For Judaica!
And because Passover is this month, we’re going to be looking at Judaica – Jewish ritual items and other art. Nu, as you may know, I love collecting it, and most of my collection is thrifted. And much of it is from Goodwill, online and off. I’ve been very fortunate to live in two very Jewish areas (Boston and DC), but thanks to Goodwill’s online shopping, one can experience and thrift items from all over the country.
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How to Use Springtime in Paris to Inspire DIY
Inspired by the City of Lights, Paris’ nickname, this charming lamp had lots going for it before it was upcycled. Some French flair took it from fine to “fantastique.” It is now truly blooming!
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If You Have Not Attended a Goodwill Meetup, You’re Missing Out!
If you live in the Greater Washington, DC, area and have not attended a monthly meetup, you are totally missing out! The vibe, energy, savings, and thrifting are so good.
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How to Use French Artists to Inspire DIY
Follow these simple steps to create a masterpiece of your own, and get ready to say, “Bonjour belle!”
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