Celebrate Halloween and #ZombieWeek by creating a DIY ‘Zombie Cooler’. Give your thrift find a spooky upgrade in just a few steps! Start with a few fun ‘Biohazard’ print outs (zombie-cooler print). Cut up your selected collection of warnings and start thinking about your layout. Apply your printed designs with dishwasher-safe Mod Podge® (for added…
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Yes, you read that title right! It turns out that it’s really easy to make thrifted tights into spooky spider webs and to tea-stain the pages of a secondhand book — creating the perfect antique appearance. These two projects partnered with our tips for aging the outside of Goodwill books will give your library a…
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As well as being fun, shopping for vintage looks can bring you an authentic costume for Halloween made up of truly unique pieces to integrate into your regular wardrobe during the other 364 days of the year. With donations pouring in from homes across the U.S. and Canada, at Goodwill® it’s super easy to track…
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Halloween is a fun time of year but it can also be challenging from a budget perspective. Rather than spending way too much money on store bought costumes which lack creativity, consider some of the options available at thrift stores. Creativity can spur even more fun, and walking through goodwill stores can allow you to…
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Spring is a lovely reminder of how beautiful change can truly be. The change from winter to spring often lifts our spirits and gives us a sense of freedom and empowerment in our upcoming endeavors. Why not begin your next joyous journey right where you are? Embrace the gorgeous changes that this spring has in…
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For many families, Easter is the unofficial start to springtime. The holiday brings sunny skies, warmer temperatures, and playing outside hunting for hidden Easter eggs. According to the National Retail Federation, 80% of Americans celebrate Easter, with the average person spending $140.62. With new outfits, decorations, gifts, candy, and other treats, it’s no surprise families…
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St. Patrick’s Day is coming! Whether you call it St. Patrick’s, St. Paddy’s, or St. Patty’s, March 17th brings the perfect reason to throw a party with family and friends. Even though St. Patrick’s Day celebrates Irish culture, that doesn’t mean everyone can’t join in the fun. Now is the time to bring out your…
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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” – Aesop Did you know February 17th is National Random Acts of Kindness Day? While the demands of everyday life can be stressful and even overwhelming sometimes, it’s important to remember how our actions can affect others. We may feel like our actions can’t…
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Shopping for your wedding at the Goodwill? While the Goodwill may not be the first thought to pop into your mind when he pops the question, MERS Goodwill is home to a variety of wedding essentials from decorations to tables and tableware. Wedding season is fast approaching, and the growing average costs to share nuptials…
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Valentine’s Day is a special day full of love, romance, and fun ideas. In 2016 alone, lovers spent almost 20 billion dollars on Cupid’s favorite day. How can you and your loved ones enjoy the fun of the season without breaking the bank? Nothing says “I love you” like getting inspired from our Valentine’s Day…
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