Thrifting is EXTREMELY popular with both young and old. It’s basically shopping for gently used items at a discount price. It’s a way of life for me.
I’m often asked about the best thrifting experience. Thrifting can take place at a garage sale, flea market, thrift store, auction, etc. To me, the best thrifting experience is a garage sale. My best garage sale advice is start early (but not too early), map out your route BEFORE you leave home, take plenty of cash, and have a great time. Don’t be afraid to ask for a better price. The worst they’ll say is no. You can find garage sales on Facebook, Craigslist, or there are several garage sale apps.
So, I asked some of my fellow garage salers, what was their best/most meaningful garage sale find. The answers were surprising. One of my friends mentioned one of her first finds, in the bottom of a large moving box of treasures, was a shiny item. Digging in, she found a Chase chrome Bakelite napkin holder. The start of a SUPER Art Deco collection. I had to think on this for a while. Mine was a collection of Belgian movie posters. I found these at a huge garage sale and they’ve been on my wall ever since. I love them! My husband bought the Gaymer’s Cyder jug at a flea market over 40 years ago. It was the item that started it all!
Once, someone asked me, “What do you buy at a garage sale?” I was puzzled by this question, and told him, “Everything!” My garage sale experiences have been great. I’ve met a lot of new people, made life long friends, bought tamales, fried pies, fresh fruits and veggies. I’ve bought LOTS great stuff and also some not so great stuff.
Thrifting is like a treasure hunt. You have absolutely NO idea what you will find. I often go to sales and don’t buy anything. But as long as there’s plenty to look at, I’m happy!
Later this spring, I’ll give you some great suggestions for having your own garage sale. And, more info on thrift and antique stores, auctions, and more.
Jackie
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