thrift store finds today

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:39 PM

I'll post pics. I spent $9.08

Kids Headquarters, Gap, and TKS Basics

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:39 PM

Osh Kosh, Healthtex, and brands I don't recognize shorts. lol

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:41 PM

Hanna Anderson Shorts

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:42 PM

Shirts for me.

Croft and Barrow, Old Navy, and Evan Picone

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:43 PM

Sonoma, Liz, and Liz Crazy Horse.

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 09:45 PM

I also got a brand new with tags NY and Co shirt. The tag said $34.99.

The pic didn't turn out very well because it's navy blue.

**Early Bird** · 07-30-2005, 10:29 PM

Wow! You always find clothes in great shape!

**mom2matty** · 07-30-2005, 10:33 PM

Wow!!!!! You did good!!!!

bg · 07-30-2005, 10:35 PM

Yes. They look good! I am jealous.

I suppose it takes practice to find steals. I still purchase new when the sales are 50-70% off, because I've had bad luck with thrift stores.

**SHOPGIRL** · 07-30-2005, 10:53 PM

Awesome finds! I haven't been to the thrift store in a long time. Maybe once I clean out my closet, I can find a few more new things. I've found awesome things at the thrift store.

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 10:55 PM

I usually spend an hour to two hours at our thrift store. I go through the kids section one item at a time. lol There are about eight rows of racks in the kid section. Not everything is in great shape that's there, but I paw through and find items that are the size I need or one to two sizes ahead for the kids. I just try and pick styles that are not too trendy.

Shirts for me are easy. I like conservative tops and wear mostly stripes and like v necks. I can fit in anything from a medium to an extra large depending on the brand and style.

Today green tags were 80% off. I haven't seen that very often, so got lucky. Not every item I purchased had a green tag, but a fair amount did.

I tend to shop on Saturdays and sometimes it's a mob scene and other times it's very quiet. Today was really quiet.

I used to go to garage sales more often, but it's easier to go to the thrift store.

I was glad I did ok this trip because last trip I accidentally purchased a shirt that's a bit snug and I won't be wearing it.

**SHOPGIRL** · 07-30-2005, 10:58 PM

I use to come home with bag loads of clothes. I would shop on the 1/2 off day. It's held once a month. It's a lot of fun, and usually the clothes are in great condition. No one would ever know that the clothes came from a thrift store.

**Sara Noel** · 07-30-2005, 11:13 PM

I could never afford these clothes new in a retail store, so we dress better in secondhand clothing than we would purchasing new. Plus, the condition of the clothes is just awesome and I always find at least one new with tags item.

It's my time alone on Saturday too, so I always feel really good getting a good deal and having my "me" time. It's cheap entertainment for me and a bargain too.

It's fun when everyone circles around to see what I bought when I walk in the door too. lol

Sometimes it's toys and books and sometimes it's clothing.

Now the kids have started making requests. Zachary wants a hooded jacket or sweatshirt. lol

I also love knowing that my kids love the thrift store too. I know I did when I was a kid too.

I just found another new thrift store in town too. I don't know when I'll get a chance to visit it, but I'll share if I find any great deals.

Ok, I've rambled enough. I had a cup of coffee..can anyone tell? lol

**SHOPGIRL** · 07-30-2005, 11:15 PM

Yes, I can tell. I'm drinking coffee too... Shouldn't be, it's 11 p.m. here. I'm suppose to be cleaning out my closets, and cleaning the house. Here I am, sitting here on the computer. But, I'm getting off in the next 10 minutes. The company is arriving tomorrow. Nothing like company to motivate me!