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I Wrote a Book! Introducing S is for Secondhand: A Children’s Book That Celebrates Thrifting and Sustainability

The day is finally here! My first children’s book, S is for Secondhand is officially available for purchase. This project has been a dream come true. The book is beautifully…

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Thrifting for Vacation

As soon as I saw these gold-toned pants and green top on the rack at the thrift store, I knew they had potential. I paid $7 for the entire outfit,…

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Back-to-School on a Teacher Budget: 5 Ways to Thrift The Essentials

Thrifting is one of the smartest ways teachers can stretch every dollar while finding pieces that are both practical and stylish. Whether you’re a first-year educator or a seasoned pro, here are…

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How I Hosted A Neighborhood Spring Cleaning Event

Spring cleaning season hit a little differently this year.

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Spring 2025 Fashion Trends You Can Thrift Right Now

Spring is in full swing, and so are the racks at your local Goodwill! Instead of chasing fast fashion trends, why not find them secondhand—and often better made—for a fraction…

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Thrift Find: Vintage Lamp Post Light

Thrifting magic struck again, and this time, it came in the form of the most delightful pink vintage lamp post-style floor lamp!

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Where To Thrift In Greater Akron? Shop The Treasure Trail

Twenty of the best thrift, antique, vintage, and retro stores in Akron and Summit County

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How To Style Trendy Printed Clothing For Any Occasion

The fashion world is always changing, and I love seeing all the fresh patterns and designs that pop up and get my creative juices flowing. Recently, printed clothing has really…

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Should I Thrift It? How To Know If Something Is Worth Thrifting

We’ve all been there: you find yourself standing in a thrift store, holding something, and wondering, ‘Should I thrift this?’ We’re sharing questions we often ask ourselves to ensure that…

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What Do All Great Thrift Stores Have In Common?

What makes a thrift store truly stand out? Is it size? Pricing? Location? We all have our favorite qualities. So, if you’ve ever heard me exclaim, “This thrift store is…

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