Steve Clark

  Everywhere we look, there is an atmosphere of change in the world. From political systems to the way we run our business, everyone is taking a step back to learn new and creative ways to work. While large-scale changes take time, it is easier to start small and in our own homes. When it comes to spending our time and money, we can learn to be more mindful about our purchases. With the pandemic still active, countries, including our own, have championed the idea of shopping locally, supporting small and homegrown businesses. Enter: thrifting! What exactly is thrifting?  According to definitions.com, thrifting refers to the act of shopping at a thrift store, flea market, garage sale, or a shop of a charitable organization. It is usually with the intent of finding interesting pre-owned items at a low price. It celebrates the recycling of formerly-owned items and a new love for vintage material goods. Why is it becoming popular?  Especially among younger audienc...

  August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day. Head to thrift shop in Destin, FL   for unique finds and amazing deals. You never know what you’ll find there. The racks there have seen tons of vintage clothing, designer accessories, and quality furniture. Many shoppers love to buy discounted items at our stores and put their own personal touch on them. Whether you’re in the mood to up-cycle, re-use, or find thrifty fashion, it has endless possibilities for unexpected finds. Here’s what to look for on #NationalThriftShopDay. Pottery & Artwork If you find a piece of artwork with a signature or an attached certificate, it may be worth something. You’ll need to investigate further to know for sure, but don’t skip the artwork section! Tables & Chairs A sturdy table is easy to refinish. Look for quality wood that still has a lot of life left. Then you can sand and paint for a table that looks brand new. Mixing and matching chairs is totally acceptable and enco...

Thrift shop in Panama City Beach, FL , offers you the best products. Also you can give your old clothes to them so that they become useful for someone. But take care not to give the following: Cribs and car seats Children’s items like cribs and car seats are often recalled—even if yours hasn’t, it might not be up to safety snuff anymore. Car seats have expiration dates, and if your old one is past its prime, the new owner could be in danger, says Tim Raines, marketing manager at The Salvation Army. “We do not knowingly accept any items that have been recalled,” he says. “Some locations have banned entire categories of items, as the hazards associated with accepting them outweigh the benefits.” Find out other dangerous mistakes even careful parents make.   Walkers A walker is an item that people depend on and trust that it’s in perfect condition,” says Kyle Stewart, director of donated goods retail . Unknowingly donating a walker that isn’t as stable as it was whe...

      National Thrift Shop Day is here! It’s a day to remember and experience all the benefits of shopping at your local thrift stores. Not only can you save money in your day-to-day budget, but there is a lot more potential for your money shopping at thrift stores. 4 Reasons to Support National Thrift Shop Day Have you ever shopped at a thrift store? Thrift stores amass items that people donate, including clothes, shoes, games, books, housewares, furniture and small appliances. Most likely you have gone into a Salvation Army, Goodwill or a Savers at some point, although you may not have realized all the benefits of shopping there. Here are four reasons to start regularly buying at thrift stores. Saving Money at Thrift Shops The most obvious reason to shop on National Thrift Shop Day and beyond is to save money. Everything that goes into the store is below retail price. While most things are used and vary in condition, the deals are fantastic. The merc...

      For me, there’s nothing more exciting than going on little ‘treasure hunts’ at thrift stores – both local and online – and finding gems that are priced at a steal.  Thrifting also comes with other benefits – for one, it makes the clothing more sustainable by increasing their lifespan, and two, many times the profits go to support charities or local organizations. But one thing you never want to forget is to wash your new thrift store finds before adding them to your closet.  Here’s a quick run-through on how I clean and deodorize my secondhand clothing finds to remove both germs and odors. How Sanitary Are Thrift Store Clothes? Thrift store in Panama City Beach, FL all have different storage and sanitary conditions – from well-maintained, upscale consignment stores, to large donation centers like Goodwill or Salvation Army that take boxes upon boxes of clothes daily (many of which sit in warehouses for long periods of time, sometimes collec...

           Shopping at thrift shops in Panama City Beach, FL is traditionally an economical way to buy clothes and basic necessities for low income families and individuals. Today Thrift Store shopping has become a fun and exciting way to find great deals on rare and expensive consumer goods for pennies on the dollar. In the article I’ll point out a few amazing things that you can buy on the cheap. 1. Designer Clothes Every savvy bargain hunter knows that thrift stores are the number one spot to find great deals on designer clothes for a fraction of the cost at retail stores. At Rescue Mission thrift stores you will find name brands such as Levis, Citizens of Humanity, Calvin Klein, Gucci, Bebe, DKNY, Guess, and just about any top name brand you can think of. 2. Collector’s Items You would be surprised at what you can find at your local Rescue Mission Thrift Store. In 2006 a South Carolina man purchased an oil painting for a measly ...