1+ mon, 3+ week ago (308+ words) Love to thrift but don't want the fun to stop between your shopping trips? Then there's a Facebook group (or a whole handful of them!) that you need to join. The social media platform is home to niche groups of all kinds, including several dedicated to people who are always looking for their next thrifting score. If you're more of an impulsive thrifter than a thoughtful one " like the type who throws something cool in the cart and then comes home and realizes you don't know what it is " then the The Thrifting Board is a great resource. Members help each other discover more details about their finds, and give them practical tips on using, styling, or reselling the items as they see fit. If you want to get more serious about finding more quality thrifted products or building out…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (315+ words) Before fully dedicating herself to writing, Barb worked as an assistant resource librarian. There, she developed strong research skills and learned how to present trustworthy information clearly and effectively. The Forgotten Space You're Neglecting For The Ultimate Shoe Storage We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Let's face it: You most likely have a pile of shoes sitting next to your front door right now. Or, maybe they're hiding at the bottom of your closet. No shoe shaming here " we all need multiple pairs for different facets of our lives. The problem is when shoes start taking over other parts of the home. Storing them in your closet gets them out of the way, but are you really going to take your shoes off after a long day at work and walk them all the way up…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago (237+ words) Brittany is an LA-based writer with over five years of experience writing for digital publications like Women's Health, Apartment Therapy, Well+Good, and more on a freelance basis. She covers topics on lifestyle, wellness, dating and relationships, and astrology but has included home and design to her arsenal of beats. The Thrifting Hotspot City In California That Every Enthusiast Should Visit There are plenty of reasons to love thrifting. Not only is it a way to shop sustainably on a budget, but it's also an opportunity to thrift sought-after antique home items, whether you're looking for something specific or stumble upon them. If you're a California local or planning a trip to the Inland Empire anytime soon, it might benefit you to know that Riverside ranks number one as the best city for thrifting in the United States, according to…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (277+ words) Nina spent most of her childhood moving from house to house, even relocating from Florida to Colorado when she was 10. During those years, she and her mother worked together to make each house feel personal and adjust to their needs, even when renting properties. 14 Stores To Check Out For The Cutest Thanksgiving Decor Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday focused on celebrating people you care about and being grateful for what you have. And how better to celebrate than to go all out with your decor? After Halloween is over, many people switch straight to Christmas, overlooking the decorations for this important holiday. Instead of making the jump, take time to really celebrate in style. While you can stick to fall decor and leave up what you already have, there are plenty of specific Thanksgiving-themed decorations to throw in as well....

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (290+ words) Kim is a writer and editor with eight years of experience in digital media, with work in lifestyle, entertainment, beauty, and health. Early in her career, she wrote stories about houseplants, cleaning, and home DIY for sites like Grateful and LittleThings. How To Authenticate Your Latest Thrifting Find Thrifting is a booming business. In addition to being more sustainable than buying new, it's a way to score more unique finds with history and character " and some of those finds can be quite valuable. But unless you happen to be an expert in antique furniture and decor, you might not be able to differentiate a truly valuable item at a thrift store from a knockoff. That's where authentication comes in. Doing your research is a start, but you may have to go to an appraiser for an accurate answer about your…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago (256+ words) Rare antique tobacco tins, particularly featuring sportspersons, are the unexpected, valuable vintage treasures you should stop skipping at thrift stores. The Unexpected Vintage Treasure You Should Stop Overlooking At The Thrift Store Vintage items fascinate us because they speak to a different time. To those born after the year 2000, cassette tapes and rotary phones are as foreign as feather quills and oil lamps are to their parents. Vintage items either hold nostalgia from a time in our own pasts, or make us think of what life must have been like in another era. One such treasured antique item that you should stop overlooking at the thrift store is the tobacco tin, which harkens back to a time when tobacco was all the rage, and its ill-effects had yet to be discovered. Tobacco tins were invented in England in 1810. At first,…...

2+ mon, 4+ day ago (264+ words) Amber launched her writing career in 2018 after completing college. Since graduating, she has had the privilege to write for a wide range of publications covering everything from kitchen renovations and travel guides to product reviews and real estate features. This Clever IKEA Hack Turns Shoe Clutter Into Chic Built-In Storage When you're trying to maximize storage space in a tight hallway, your family's constant shoe clutter can prove to be one of the biggest challenges. Regular shoe racks, while effective, often take up too much space in a narrow entryway. Of course, it's no secret that IKEA's ST'LL shoe cabinet, with its super-shallow depth of just 6 " inches, is a compact storage solution that's ideal for situations just like this. However, if you want your furniture to look chic and original, you need to try this clever hack that utilizes spare…...

10+ hour, 12+ min ago (211+ words) Amber launched her writing career in 2018 after completing college. Since graduating, she has had the privilege to write for a wide range of publications covering everything from kitchen renovations and travel guides to product reviews and real estate features. Head To The Thrift Store For The Ultimate Sweater Storage Hack Sweaters come in all shapes and sizes, from simple crewnecks to beautifully handmade wool cardigans. Whatever your sweater collection looks like, finding a place to store these bulky clothing items can be tough. They take up too much room in most dresser drawers, and depending on the material, hanging them in your closet is a big storage mistake that could be ruining your sweaters. So if dressers and closets are out, where are you supposed to put all of your sweaters? The answer just might be sitting on the shelves…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (304+ words) Yvonne began her career as a writer and editor in the early 2000s and has written on nearly every topic imaginable. An eternal learner with a passion for research and history, she has always enjoyed guiding people to interesting tourist destinations " including the fun they can discover in their own backyards. Consignment Vs. Thrift Stores: Both Are Treasure Troves, But Here's What Sets Them Apart There's honestly nothing better than finding a great deal on gently used clothing and other household items, but when it comes to thrifting, there are several types of shops to choose from. Consignment shops focus more on high-end items, and will often have higher prices as a result. Pricing is one of the key differences between consignment shops and thrift stores, as is the process by which items are acquired for the stores. Consignment stores are…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (312+ words) Lisa has been an avid writer for decades and turned that passion into a career when she was hired as an editorial assistant at Texas Lifestyle Magazine. Lisa had the opportunity to interview some of the most interesting Texans, from musicians to movie directors to philanthropists. 12 Truly Affordable Options For Homes With Limited Closet Space We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've ever stood in front of an overstuffed closet wondering how on earth you're supposed to squeeze in one more pair of jeans, you're not alone. Closets never seem big enough, and in smaller homes or apartments, they can feel more like a shoebox than a proper storage space. But the good news is you don't need a massive walk-in or a full renovation to make your closet actually work for you. With a…...