Today is Earth Day! What better way to celebrate than to support a local second-hand shop, thrift store, neighbor’s garage sale or community gardening gathering! Over a billion people in 190 countries take action for Earth Day. Earth Day 2014 will seek to do just that through its global theme: Green Cities. With smart investments […]
Famously Frugal for the Holidays
The holidays can mean overindulging, but you can enter the new year without a bloated credit card statement if you go on a “wallet diet.” Being frugal doesn’t mean deprivation. You can have plenty of fun and give generously. Here are ideas for free and low cost gift giving and entertainment during this indulgent and […]
Second Hand Shopping Guide with Thrifty Tips!
While couponing and timing sales can be a good money saving strategy when it comes to bargain shopping, don’t forget about the opportunities at resale stores, where you can also shop for brand names. Sometimes it can take a while to be effective at shopping thrift, but you’re bound to found something beautiful and functional for […]
Savvy Shopping Guide
We recently discovered this cool site called savvyshoppingguide.com. It’s a resource dedicated to helping shoppers save thousands of dollars on clothing, accessories and much more. The site’s founder, Carolyn Schneider, is also the author of The Ultimate Consignment & Thrift Store and an internationally recognized global bargain shopper. Ms. Schneider began secondhand shopping over nineteen years ago. We really […]
Second Hand Fashion-A Starter’s Guide
Hello! I feel like I am forever trying to get my friends into second hand fashion, and I get a little resistance. Until they try it that is. Getting started with second hand fashion can seem a little overwhelming and to be frank…a little gross. Wearing a strangers clothes? No thanks. Calm those fears and […]
Resale Shopping: Saving Big on Second Hand
While couponing and timing sales can be a good money saving strategy when it comes to bargain shopping, don’t forget about the opportunities at resale stores, where you can also shop for brand names. Sometimes it can take a while to be effective at shopping thrift, but you’re bound to found something beautiful and functional for […]