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Friday, April 10, 2015

Second Hand Stuff




I wore this sweater and pin to the auction yesterday.
Both are second hand but new to me, 
which is just how I like my stuff....
Thrift store finds that look new but are priced like
they are all worn out.  
Fine Italian Merino Wool and porcelain hand painted
lusterware sweetness.  Total price for both $6.

Do you thrift shop?

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  1. MarthaApril 9, 2015 at 6:25 PM

    I waltz around Goodwill every so often but I need more practice. I rarely know exactly what I'm looking for. Your sweater is very nice. (I love hand me downs from cousins when I was a kid and I still love a bag of used clothes to paw through.)
    I do like that Kitty pin. It reminds me of the copper enameling we did as a craft with a woman from church when I was a little girl. We have some around somewhere, probably in Mom's stuff.

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 6:38 PM

      I don't know what I'm looking for either....I just browse through it all, keeping an eye out for the nicer things. It's amazing what you can find there.

      I'd love to see the copper enameling if you find it!

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    2. MarthaApril 9, 2015 at 7:06 PM

      Wanda is a good thrift store shopper. She finds great stuff.
      I'll see if I can find one of those old pins. I think there's a little orange whale pin somewhere.
      :0)

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  2. Robert SmithApril 9, 2015 at 6:58 PM

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 7:52 PM

      I thought this was funny....you should have left it....

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  3. Eddie BluelightsApril 9, 2015 at 6:59 PM

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    1. Robert SmithApril 9, 2015 at 7:01 PM

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    2. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 7:53 PM

      What's up with you two tonight?

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    3. Eddie BluelightsApril 10, 2015 at 6:37 AM

      lol . . . must be a full moon or something like it . . . :)

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    4. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 7:55 AM

      Hmmm....are you werewolves, warlocks, or vampires?

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    5. EddieApril 10, 2015 at 3:31 PM

      shh , , , don't tell anyone but Keith is a little of each . . . . lol

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  4. Eddie BluelightsApril 9, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    Sorry previous comment was erroneous . . .

    Meant to say . . .
    I bet you looked nice in it and loved the broach . . so fitting . . :)

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 7:10 PM

      Yes, it was Linda with the pretty journal!

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    2. Eddie BluelightsApril 10, 2015 at 6:36 AM

      Yes . . . I forgot to clear the memory. .

      Hope you are well this morning and enjoy your day . . . :)

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  5. Kathy GApril 9, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    Most of my wardrobe is from thrift stores :-)

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  6. MichelleApril 9, 2015 at 8:24 PM

    I do thrift a bit and love finding good buys! Looks like you have two, right here!

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 8:30 PM

      I like the adventure of it the most. ha. And the prices are great.

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  7. AnonymousApril 9, 2015 at 8:42 PM

    beautiful and the price was right as well, can't beat that!

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  8. BettyApril 9, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Gorgeous sweater for a gorgeous woman! Yes I thrift shop..there are many unique one of a kind treasures!

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 9:58 PM

      Well, that was sweet! :) I think that's what I like about thrifting..all the one of a kind things!

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  9. Pat HattApril 9, 2015 at 9:33 PM

    Getting all thrifty at your sea
    Never know what you'll find for thee
    I haven't bought new or used or old clothes in years
    If it isn't holey, don't bother, gets my cheers lol

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 9:59 PM

      I must be harder on my clothes that you!
      Every year some things must be replaced, it's true!

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  10. LindaApril 9, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Do I thrift shop? Hahaha!
    Absolutely!
    But....I never find anything unique for myself like you do....
    Great stuff!
    Cheers!
    Must go and write in my beautiful journal!
    Linda :o)

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 9, 2015 at 9:59 PM

      You most certainly do thrift! And you've shared lots of cute things
      you bring home! So fun!

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  11. A Brit in TennesseeApril 9, 2015 at 10:55 PM

    I have thrift shopped for many years, mostly household goods at first but the clothes are a fraction of new, and gently worn, a bargain if ever I've seen one.
    I love your sweater and pin, fits you to a perfection.
    ~Jo

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 7:57 AM

      Household goods are the best there! And I've found a few things to put in my shop.

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  12. MariApril 10, 2015 at 12:26 AM

    Good for you! I think I don't do it often enough because I never find great deals like that!

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 7:58 AM

      I bet you could find your grands some great deals on clothes....I used to dress my four boys solely from the thrift shop.

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  13. SuzaApril 10, 2015 at 3:30 AM

    I love a good "bargoon" as I call it. And you certainly got one - lovely combination. I love thrifting although most of the shopping I do now is online. Easier on the joints! But it's the thrill of the hunt I love the most. Even if I had all the money in the world... I would still include thrift stores in my shopping. Have found some amazing deals and really unique pieces over the years.

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  14. TannaApril 10, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Now, that's my kind of deal!! I love the pin and you know I have a weakness for merino wool. ;) blessings ~ tanna

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 8:02 AM

      Yes, you do! That sweater was so light and comfy....but warm. Loved it!

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  15. Gloria BakerApril 10, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    Is a lovely pin!

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  16. AnnApril 10, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    Oh YES I thrift shop, such a great way to find something not everyone else has. Love the sweater.
    Ann

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 6:33 PM

      Thanks, Ann...thrift shopping is one of my most favorite things to do!

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  17. Coloring Outside the LinesApril 10, 2015 at 12:23 PM

    Great finds. We don't really have any thrift stores around here, so I don't have much experience finding a good deal. The cat broach is so pretty!

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    1. Betsy BrockApril 10, 2015 at 6:34 PM

      How can that be? haha. Where do you donate things?

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  18. Hilary Melton-ButcherApril 10, 2015 at 2:02 PM

    Hi Betsy .. I don't thrift shop - mostly because I can't wear most clothes ... but I love the little brooch - so sweet ... and you're so good doing it - cheers Hilary

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  19. JaclynApril 10, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    I keep hearing people talking about thrift shopping and then reselling.

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  20. TriciaApril 11, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    I love shopping at second hand stores. I have started buying all my girls clothes and mine at thrift shops.

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  21. UnknownApril 13, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Very sweet. I too shop the thrifts for most of my clothing. Sometimes I find some real special items. Looks like you did.

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