Today we’re excited to feature and introduce Serena Appiah of Thrift Diving. Serena is a full-time working mom to three beautiful sons, ages 5 and under, who believes that outfitting your home and life shouldn’t be financial suicide. With a little bit of money and creativity, the most awesome thrift shops, and more DIY (do-it-yourself) […]
Decorating on a Dime: On a Quest for the Best
We’re excited to feature and introduce Sophie Stone today to our series “Decorating on a Dime.” Sophie is an Award Winning Residential Interior Designer. She has been decorating homes in Palm Beach for the past 15 years. Her passion for helping others decorate their dream homes led her to found ChateauSophie.com, a vintage inspired online […]
A Cautionary Tale
I just recently had an enlightening experience participating in an online auction. This particular auction was a fundraiser for a fantastic cause, raising funds for cystic fibrosis awareness. Before I go any further I want to make it clear that what i’m about to share is in no way a reflection on the cystic fibrosis organization, but […]
2012 World’s Longest Yard Sale
The World’s Longest Yard Sale is set for August 2nd-5th 2012 and celebrates it’s 25th Anniversary this year. The Yard Sale spans 690 miles from Michigan to Alabama along Highway 127. According to the 127 Corridor Sale website, “You’ll find homeowners selling stuff they’ve accumulated throughout the years as well as professional dealers and vendors. […]
Consignment Profiles: Bountiful Buys
We love the Earth and all its bounty. We love fashion, we love quality, we love saving money. Put them all together and you get Bountiful Buys—a high-end clothing, gift, accessory and book shop, with gently used items. Every time we reuse an item, we become better stewards of the Earth’s precious bounty. Bountiful Buys […]
Wildwood Flea Market
If you’re at a loss for flea markets in Wildwood, let the flamboyant mid-century modern hotels guide you. This open-air museum of Jerseyliciousness is punctuated by plastic palm trees and neon boomerang signs called Googie style architecture, characterized by anti-gravity roofs, flirtatious starbursts, acute angles, and tail fin cut outs. Dick Clark hosted American Bandstand […]