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Oh my, I did not mean to come off as bragging abou...

2010-02-07T21:41:12.164-06:00

Oh my, I did not mean to come off as bragging about what can be found but informative about what can be found. I see this as a very good way to recycle. For me reusing stuff is a way to have a good standard of living without being wealthy or even well off. Bragging is something I gave up 40 years ago when I found I had nothing to brag about.

Nothing better than a visit to a thrift store - if...

2010-02-07T20:39:09.344-06:00

Nothing better than a visit to a thrift store - if only to brag about all the cool stuff that can be found!

Hi, I'm Jon...and I, too am a thrift-store addict....

2010-02-07T00:51:22.744-06:00

Hi, I'm Jon...and I, too am a thrift-store addict. Every wool sweater I own came from the thrift, plus so much else.

I bought a box of tools, the other day, for $10.00. Files, rasps, screwdrivers, a roofing hatchet...so much stuff.

Every piece in it was made in the U.S., except for an Australian miter gauge. Beautiful...

I need to adjust my weekly routine. I'm missing ou...

2010-02-06T15:35:31.180-06:00

I need to adjust my weekly routine. I'm missing out on cool stuff, and also failing to unload my junk that, while functional, I'll never use...

Sounds like you have a gold mine in thirft stores ...

2010-02-06T09:08:12.703-06:00

Sounds like you have a gold mine in thirft stores in which charities benefit. It is a Win-win. I am not aware of any stores like that in our area. Maybe Goodwill, but I do not think that is the same. I have been to some thrift stores in northern WI in which you could buy new for near the same price. Looks like nice company, good deals and fun.

Love thrift stores! No matter where I travel. Some...

2010-02-06T07:34:43.966-06:00

Love thrift stores! No matter where I travel. Some are better than others and you learn quickly. I much prefer the locally owned ones versus the big chain stores like Goodwill. I have bought complete suits with the tags still on them for ~$35, that suit was over $400 new. I am always on the prowl for worsted wool slacks to convert to knickers, wool sweaters and anything else of interest.

Aaron

It is environmentally friendly to shop from the th...

2010-02-06T00:51:23.136-06:00

It is environmentally friendly to shop from the thrift store, if you ask me. There is plenty of stuff that one can reuse. I so envy you, Richard (in a good way). The nearest thrift store is about 6 or 7 miles away and I do not know of a bike friendly way to get there, yet.

Peace and a happy date to you and your friend!

-chandra...

I love the one gallon of gas a week rule, buying l...

2010-02-06T00:41:30.264-06:00

I love the one gallon of gas a week rule, buying leather belts for repurposing, the thrift store itself and their cause. It never ceases to amaze me what people can accomplish when they set their mind to it.
~Monica