The Goodwill Gal

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I’ve completed painting my daughter’s room, take a little peek,so now I’m ready to tweak the accessories.

I’ll be using some of the ones she already had but adding some new ones too.

Yesterday, with her room in mind, I brought this picture frame home from Goodwill of Central Arizona. I love the feminine details and the stand, but hanging it on the wall is an option too.

Now the dilemma: should I hang it, paint it, make it a chalkboard, place a picture in it or leave it as-is?

Forgot to mention it was $3.90 AFTER my Goodwill coupon!

Trying to solve world problems over here,

The Goodwill Gal

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Snack Bar Eve – Movie Night

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My House of Goodwill: Movie Night
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When we are schedule free on the weekends we have movie night. We’ve been having movie night since the kids were little and they love it! While I love to watch movies in the theatres, sometimes it’s nice to enjoy a movie in the comfort of your own home without having to get in the car and fight the crowds. It’s also a great time to watch some old favorites still on VHS!
Even Eve, my Goodwill hutch, gets into the action on movie night. Making a trip to the snack bar is one of the experiences of going to a movie so I shop Goodwill to dress Eve like a movie theatre snack bar. She serves popcorn, soda and treats. Everyone can help themselves to the snacks and I’m free to sit and lounge and enjoy the movie without any interruptions.

Family movie nights are a great way to enjoy some time with the family, you get to enjoy a movie and snacks and the bonus is, at the end of the night, you still have money in your pocket!

Make your day a feature presentation!

The Goodwill Gal

My Goodwill shopping list:

Crate & Barrel 2 tier stand – $5.99

VHS classics – $1 on Thursday Dollar Day

Glass ‘Popcorn’ bowls – .69 each

Receipt/Chocolate bar holder – $1.99

Black and white napkins – .69 each

 

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My Goodwill Tour: Washington DC

“Some of our students have never graduated from something like high school. So when they graduate from our program it’s really special. Their family comes to support them and they’re proud to be wearing a cap and gown for the first time.”

– Goodwill of Greater Washington

Donate. Shop. Educate.

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Do you love monogrammed pillows but hate the sky high price?

Here’s a little tip on how to achieve that designer monogram look without breaking your decor budget.

I said before how I love trolling the linen aisles at Goodwill. Bedskirts, tablecloths, napkins, it’s a bounty of good stuff.

One visit, I found a perfectly crisp and fresh pillow cover for $1.99 at Goodwill. It was the perfect makings for my designer inspired monogrammed pillow. I took the pillow cover to a local embroidery shop where I sketched a youthful design for my 11 year-old-daughter’s bedroom. The result was perfect!

I’ve considered adding some trim with black pom poms to the pillow but with the polk dotted bed cover, it might be a bit much. I think I actually like the simplicity of the pillow, for now.

Here’s the breakdown:

Pillow cover from Goodwill: $1.99, minus 20% off Goodwill of Central Arizona coupon, $1.59. Every penny counts.

Embroidery: $10.00

Pillow insert: My linen closet

With less than $12.00 and a little creativity, I’ve got money left over in the decor budget to continue creating a fun space for my daughter.

Have a lovely day!

The Goodwill Gal

Designer inspired image found here.

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My Goodwill Tour: Goodwill of Greater Washington

When I travel I always try to make an effort to get to a local Goodwill. Goodwill stores are my source for souvenirs. What better way to remember your visit than with a little trinket from your destination? People do it all the time, my souvenirs just happen to be from the local Goodwill.

I was in Washington DC last week and spent the day at Goodwill of Greater Washington. Among other things, I picked up this vase/urn for $3.96. I’d donate some of the items from my suitcase back to Goodwill if I had to, but limited suitcase space was not going to keep me from bringing this 13 inch tall baby home!

It made it safely to it’s new home on Eve, my Goodwill hutch, and couldn’t be happier!

My suggestion to you when traveling, shop Goodwill for a memento or two and ask space limitations later!

Happy travels to you!

The Goodwill Gal

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I’m on a Goodwill tour in Washington DC and when I came upon this vintage toy snail I just couldn’t resist his charm!

$1.26 from Goodwill of Greater Washington on South Dakota Ave. So many Great things, so little suitcase space!

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