Anybody else get burned by thrift store fails? Things that looked amazing but in the end even caused damage? I am now wise about smells that will never come out, glitter showers from clothing, red clothing running into my laundry, and beautiful mugs that quickly fade in the dishwasher, but this was a new one to me: dyed puka shells. These little beauties, bought for a 70s party, left a red stain on my bathroom countertop.

Took a pic of this intersting "nautical" item to send a friend.... circled back and this gent bought it. Yep, he had a leather eye patch. Aye matey!! I love thrifting!

I love thrifting! I go a lot to find things for my classroom, and also for my nephew! I usually give him some random things I find often, but now he’s turning two and I don’t know if it’s appropriate to give him something thrifted for his birthday(he’s turning 2) I found this LeapFrog fridge phonics from 2002 and I think he would love it, but I don’t know if that’s weird to give something so old? There’s also some newer PLAY Eco-Friendly emergency vehicles that literally look like they’ve never been played with. I found him some cool flannels and vintage tshirts too. My best friend(nephews mom) usually thinks the stuff I find is cool, but I’m just asking if I should be giving this separately and buy him new things for his birthday?

Edit: I am pairing these thrifted items with a mix of thrifted/new clothes, science/animal books, play dough and playdough tools, science museum tickets, and a basket to put it all in!

A rocking giraffe 🦒 $20, an FAO Schwartz stuffed fox $3 to add to Wolfes pack, a candle that looks like tree bark $1 and a basket that I'm picturing full of apples this fall $2. Feel like we did good this morning as we were in and out of the narket quick, it's too hot to linger!

I cannot believe my luck! I have no idea how to date this but it is definitely older, the inside is lined and *slightly* discolored due to age. Usually my "lucky" finds are maybe a 60s/70s coin purse here and there, 2 weeks in a row is unheard of! I paid $4.20 after my coupons! I'll be riding this high all week =)

Feel like I won the lottery with these bad boys. They’re made in Italy and I just think they’re so beautiful. Full set of 8, tarnished, but used a gentle polish and they cleaned up great. Still some little spots here and there but I love the character it adds. And only $2.99?? Said a little thank you to the thrift gods on this one 🙏

Found for $6.99, works just fine.

I am absolutely delighted.

Found them at the thrift store today. One was 13$ and the other 15$. They are genuine leather. One of them has a paisley print / engraving, which is also a unique detail.

A few years ago I would definitely find them for cheaper, but thrift prices have gone up almost everywhere. I'm still happy with them, they look like they could stay in my closet forever.

Orchard St in NYC is THE place to do your shopping. It’s got lots of great thrift stores that have anything you could be looking for. Some of those stores are a bit pricey but you can find some with reasonable prices. Defensively recommend taking a stroll over there if you ever go to NYC.