Tag Archives: thrift stores

I found a new Thrift Store

Posted on July 26, 2017 by afrugalspinster

After delivering a wedding cake to a rural community I was headed to a neighboring community with a Goodwill Store. Along my route I spied this sign. To my delight they were having a storewide Half Price Sale. Fabulously Frugal … Continue reading →

Posted in Bird watching, canning, Nature Lover, Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping, thrifty haul | Tagged bird house, canning jars, Goodwill, ink stains, mason jars, thrift stores | 7 Comments

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Posted on July 22, 2016 by afrugalspinster

For cheap An outing to a major league Baseball game can be very expensive. Here’s how I did it for $5.75 First of all everyone I know, knows I am Mariner’s fan. A friend, John’s company sponcered day at the ballpark. But John had … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Fun, Mariners Baseball, thrift store shopping | Tagged Frugal Fun, public transportation, Safeco Field, Seattle Mariners, thrift stores | 2 Comments

April Thrift Report 5

Posted on May 26, 2016 by afrugalspinster

The toaster oven and microwave are important tools in my kitchen. I use them daily to reheat my meals from the stockpile in the freezer. Recently the on-off knob on my toaster oven developed a short. At first I was able to make it work by … Continue reading →

Posted in Bird watching, Doll Clothes, Oregon Trail Big Day, Second Hand Shopping, Sewing, thrift store shopping, thrifty haul | Tagged bird feeder, Goodwill, mini laundry basket, patterns, peanut feeder, second hand stores, sewing supplies, St. Vincent de Paul, Steller's Jay, thrift stores, toaster oven, travel mug | Leave a comment

April Thrift Report 3

Posted on May 19, 2016 by afrugalspinster

On April 17th 1957 I became big sister to boy/girl baby twins. This year my brother and his wife were celebrating in Hawaii. I treated my sister to a day of thrifting. I didn’t tell her what I had planned … Continue reading →

Posted in birthday, Cake Show & Tell, family, Frugal Fun, Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping, thrifty haul | Tagged Ballard Locks, cake decorating, Goodwill, picnic, second hand shopping, second hand stores, thrift stores, Value Village | 5 Comments

April Thrift Report 2

Posted on May 18, 2016 by afrugalspinster

I couldn’t resist this pretty tote bag. It was New With Tags and only cost me $2. I’ve been using it as a shopping bag. Every summer I enjoy spending my evenings on the back porch. Mosquitos also enjoy the … Continue reading →

Posted in Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping, thrifty fixes | Tagged citronella candle, doll clothes pattern, patterns, second hand stores, shopping bag, thrift stores, wind chime | Leave a comment

April Thrift Report

Posted on May 17, 2016 by afrugalspinster

I’m a little late with my April report since its the middle of May already. Even so I’m eager to show what I bought. I found some REAL deals. April 5th -Deseret Industries -$4.38 April 6th – Goodwill -$17.47 April … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugality for Singles, Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping, thrifty haul | Tagged Goodwill, second hand stores, St. Vincent de Paul, thrift store finds, thrift stores | 4 Comments

March Thrift Report

Posted on April 1, 2016 by afrugalspinster

I didn’t do as much thrifting as I usually do in March. Here’s what I DID buy. Because I don’t already have enough white dishes. (I have “Thriftitis”, I can’t help myself)I’ve been wanting to replace my cracked crock before … Continue reading →

Posted in Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping, thrifty haul | Tagged Birds of North America by Kenn Kaufman, canning supplies, crock pot, digital thermometer fail, emergency blanket, Goodwill, mug collection, oral thermometer, oregon trail, retractable clothes lline, second hand shopping, second hand stores, sewing, St. Vincent de Paul, street ministry, thrift store finds, thrift stores, white dishes | Leave a comment

Failed Refashion

Posted on March 7, 2016 by afrugalspinster

After being inspired by a post I saw on E How I went searching for a sweater to refashion into a skirt. I found this cashmere sweater at Deseret Industries. Although I love the soft texture and the subtle earth tones, (the … Continue reading →

Posted in refashion, Sewing, thrift store shopping, Trash to Treasure, upcycle | Tagged beanie, cashmere, Deseret Industries, second hand shopping, sewing, thrift store finds, thrift stores, upcycled clothes | 6 Comments

February Thrift Report Part 2

Posted on March 2, 2016 by afrugalspinster

February 17 – Eastside community Aid 72 cents You’ll see these made up in future posts (maybe) Goodwill #1 $1.64 I’m so unhappy that stores are bagging patterns rather than selling them individually. So far its just Value Village and … Continue reading →

Posted in Second Hand Shopping, thrift store shopping | Tagged canning supplies, Doll clothes, Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, thrift store shopping, thrift stores | 2 Comments

February Thrift Report

Posted on March 1, 2016 by afrugalspinster

February 1- Helping Hands $2.08 I’ve heard/read others that say; undergarments are where they draw the line when it comes to second hand clothes. I’m satisfied that once I’ve washed any garment it is ready for me to wear. I have purchased … Continue reading →

Posted in Second Hand Shopping | Tagged baby clothes, Doll clothes, Goodwill, oregon trail, scrubs hat, second hand stores, St. Vincent de Paul, street ministry, thrift stores | Leave a comment