How to work winter trends
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View ArticleSpotted: Spring Trends at Goodwill
It may still be cold outside, but the 2013 spring/summer fashion trends have already made their debuts on the runways. During a recent visit to the Concord Goodwill store, I spotted several fresh...
View Article5 unique gifts under $5
Need a great meaningful gift idea that won’t cost a ton of money or take a lot of time? No matter what the occasion, check out these unique, personal gifts that you can find at your local Goodwill...
View ArticleDIY Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and what better way to surprise your loved ones than with a homemade gift? We’ve rounded up a few DIY gift ideas featuring items that can be found at your local Goodwill...
View ArticleValentine’s Day Outfit Inspirations
Once you’ve secured your Valentine’s Day plans, it’s all about figuring out the perfect outfit. Whether you’re going to brunch with friends or enjoying a romantic evening, you will be simply smitten...
View ArticleFour Easy Steps to Donate and Support Goodwill
Does this ever happen to you? You’re staring into a closet overflowing with items that you thought you’d love when you bought them, but find you never wear them. With warmer temperatures around the...
View ArticleHidden Treasures: Sports Memorabilia
It’s almost like a scavenger hunt. Finding hidden treasures in a thrift store is fun, especially when you have someone to share the find with! Check out this unique set of sports memorabilia that was...
View ArticleThrifting for 60s style
The hit show “Mad Men” has brought the fashion of the late 1960s back into view and sent fans racing to thrift ships in search of vintage items. Here are tips for recreating this glamorous look at...
View ArticleDIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is May 12 and time is running out to get a special gift to honor her. Rather than giving a gift from the mall this year, we suggest making Mom a handmade present that shows your...
View ArticleGuest Post: DIY Summer Looks
With summer just around the corner, it can be tempting to go to the mall for some new summer outfits. However, if you are in need of some new summer items but are on a budget, then head to your local...
View ArticleGuest Post: Hot Summer Decor
Now that warmer temps have finally arrived, it’s time to start spending more and more time outside! Instead of spending a fortune on seasonal decorative items, I like to repurpose items that can be...
View ArticleThrifty Fourth of July Crafts
Independence Day is almost here and Goodwill is bursting with festive items to show off your patriotic spirit. Whether you’re celebrating our nation’s birthday by watching a parade or by throwing a...
View ArticleCollege Students, Goodwill to the Rescue
College can be expensive and finding furnishings for the dorm or an apartment can add quite a bit to an already hefty tuition. Rest assured, freshmen. You don’t have to sleep on your coat or fill your...
View ArticlePutting a Personal Touch on Business Attire
When I was hired for my first job in corporate America, I wasn’t too enthusiastic about the dress code. I imagined being required to wear black suits and long sleeved blouses in the summer! I have...
View ArticleShabby Chic Weddings
Shabby chic weddings are all the rage this summer! Fortunately for all each bride-to-bed, this is one wedding trend that won’t break the bank. Each of these ideas can pulled off with thrifted items...
View ArticleDIY Furniture Finds: Faded to Fab in a Flash
If you’re looking to update your home décor, there’s no need to purchase something brand new. Whether you want to dress up a dresser or add something extra to an end table, many previously loved items...
View ArticleInterview Attire for Blue-Collar Jobs
For the most part, we all have a pretty good idea of what to wear for an interview in a business or corporate setting. Yet there still seems to be a lot of gray area around appropriate interview attire...
View ArticleThis Back-to-School Season, Remember the Three Rs
Before students can get back to their desks and pick up the traditional three Rs — reading, writing and arithmetic — there’s one end-of-summer hurdle to get out of the way: back-to-school shopping!...
View ArticleBuilding a Thrifted Library
I have been an avid collector of rare and antiquarian books for more than 20 years and have turned the bonus room over my garage into a comfortable library. The best part? Everything in my library was...
View ArticleHow to Wear Khakis in the Workplace
Khakis have always been a staple in a business casual office setting for their abilities to be dressed up or down and their easy transition from work to play. I bought the skirt pictured here from a...
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