Comments on: Pop Some Tags: Thrift Shopping 101. http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/ feet on the ground, hands in the dirt, head in the clouds Sat, 08 Nov 2014 02:28:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.0 By: Small Shops, Big Hearts {03}. | belong with wildflowers http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3997 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 17:03:12 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3997 […] Favorite Shop Item: I’m a vintage lover + dedicated thrifter, so every item in Carrie’s shop is dream-worthy! I especially adore her collection of […]

]]> By: Meg http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3255 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:54:36 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3255 Thank you, Caitlin! And the joy of finding the “right” item is really worth it, I can see. Much more satisfying than just plunking down $50 for a brand-new vase with no character or back story. Where’s the fun in that? ;)

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3254 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:50:21 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3254 Thanks Kev!

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3253 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:48:46 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3253 Great tip, Alicia! Some items are worth the wait, especially when thrifting. And you make a great point about passing up items as well. When I get towards the checkout, I review all my items and honestly ask myself: ‘Am I purchasing this because I want/need it? Or am I purchasing it because it’s a great deal?’ That question usually prompts putting several items back for another thrifter to find and enjoy :)

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3252 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:45:55 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3252 Thanks so much for coming over, Whitney! Estate sales are my favorite! When I first went to one, I felt a little awkward shopping from people’s decorated rooms, but now I just go with it and find the best things :)

“Thrifting is just part of a lifestyle that makes me a better steward of my finances and possessions.” – What a great perspective! I love the idea of being a steward of finances/possessions.

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3251 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:33:18 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3251 I can definitely understand the patience aspect. Sometimes when I’m digging around in box #43958 for that ONE item no one else seems to have found, I start to feel frustrated or over it. But usually when that happens, something catches my eye and makes the wait worth it (or so I tell myself LOL).

Thanks for the kind comment!

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3250 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:30:08 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3250 So glad you’re feeling inspired, Melissa! I’ve found a few new / great condition dressers on the sides of roads right after a family moves. I always keep my eyes peeled for signs that say a house is under contract or sale pending. Sometimes they leave treasures road-side!

Best of luck with your thrifting :)

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3249 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:28:22 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3249 You’re so right… the hunt makes it worth it!

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3248 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:28:06 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3248 Aww, thanks Tracie! I’m with you – the mall is just not for me. I love finding the older used items that may be a bit well-loved, but are unique and offer a story :)

]]> By: Caitlin | The Siren's Tale http://www.belongwithwildflowers.com/pop-some-tags-thrift-shopping-101/#comment-3247 Fri, 23 May 2014 13:27:37 +0000 http://thesirenstale.com/?p=3804#comment-3247 Thrifting is definitely a great way to find unique decor at a low cost. Do I wish I could decorate a la Anthropologie? Sure, but my wallet argues that’s too frivolous, LOL. It takes a bit more time to find the ‘right’ item when you’re thrifting, but I’m always interested by the stories behind the items I find.

I hope you have a blast this summer scouring rummage and yard sales! (Add this to the list of reasons why spring/summer are awesome). Hope you have fun decorating your new home!

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