Celebration season has kicked off, and that means figuring out party planning logistics is in full swing. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, wedding, or baby shower, the end goal is likely the same – to create a beautiful, personalized day that makes the VIP of the day feel loved and special. There can be a lot of pressure on creating the perfect celebration, down to the centerpieces and party favors, and it can easily get costly too. But with a little creativity, and the help of smart second-hand shopping at your favorite Goodwill stores, you’d be amazed at what you can put together without breaking the bank.
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Rediscovering the Joy of Reading This World Book Day
In 2019, people had been reading less – life got too busy, there were distractions brought on by phones and TVs. But the pandemic changed that. In 2020, the average American read 20 minutes a day, an increase of 21% from the previous year, and it brought in the best sales year of the decade for print books. A resurgence of reading is a great thing: reading exercises the brain, improves concentration and healthy sleep, it boosts your library of general knowledge, and it can also be a really affordable type of entertainment. This World Book Day on April 23rd marks a celebration of all things reading and offers an opportunity to tap back into the world of books if you’ve realized it’s been a while since you last enjoyed a good written story.
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Thrifty Spring Break Outfit Inspiration to Keep Your Look Fresh and Wallet Full
Spring break is a celebration of getting past the midpoint of the school year. For many college students, it’s the perfect time to escape responsibility and be a kid again, heading out with a group of friends for the week to live life to the fullest and have fun.
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Cozy Travel Looks That You’ll Want To Live In All Day
By Felicia Czochanski The shift towards remote and hybrid work over the last few years sparked the comfort revolution, and that’s here to stay. Sweatpants don’t have the same reputation they once did of being a “lazy” outfit. Leggings are for more than just workouts. There are ways of styling comfort-focused pieces that are on
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St. Patty’s Day Lucky Finds at Goodwill
One of the best things about shopping at Goodwill is experiencing the search for the unexpected. There are so many possibilities within the shelves and racks of a Goodwill store, and sometimes the surprising item you find could be a new wardrobe staple or the foundation for your next go-to outfit.
These Spring Décor Trends Will Help Brighten Your Day, Every Day
There’s a special brightness that comes along as the seasons start to shift. Thoughts of spring often bring up more sunshine, fresh air, and even a more positive outlook. As we approach the kickoff of the new season, there’s no better way to prepare than to consider a design refresh to bring new spring trends into your home.
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Practice Executive Presence This International Women’s Day with a Goodwill Power Outfit
This International Women’s Day, take some time to write down what makes you feel confident on a piece of paper and a couple steps you can take to do more of whatever that is. One thing that helps me get into a “girl boss” mindset is putting on a power outfit that makes me feel good, look good, and boosts my confidence.
Swing Into Spring With A Mood-Boosting Closet Cleanout
It can be inevitable. The buildup of bulky sweaters, though there’s only a handful you wear regularly on rotation. The piles of shoes that you bought because they looked pretty in the store, but haven’t found the right event to wear them to. The overall clutter that takes over your closet, transforming it away from a functional space to more of a curated dumping ground. But, it doesn’t have to be this way!
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How Paying it Forward Can Shift Your Energy
February may be a short month, but it’s full of the best holidays. It’s best known as the month to celebrate love, but also giving to others. February 17th was Random Acts of Kindness Day, an awareness day to celebrate kindness and encourage a pay-it-forward mentality.
How to Elevate Your Spring Home Décor with Greenery this Spring
The countdown has begun for when the sun will start to set later than five and you won’t need to bundle up in half a closet full of layers to go outside for a quick walk. Slowly but surely spring is on its way! In anticipation, traditions like closet cleanouts are starting to become top of mind again as we start pining for warm weather outfits and days spent outside.
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Thrifted Valentine’s Day Inspiration To Set Your Celebration Vibe
Everyone celebrates Valentine’s Day differently. For many, the holiday is a time to show your love to the special person in your life. However you decide to celebrate this year, whether you’re in a relationship or plan to go out with a group of friends, what you wear can set the celebration vibe for the night.
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The Thrifted Valentine’s Day Centerpiece That Will Upgrade Your Tablescape
Upgrade your usual dinner routine for Valentine’s Day with just a few carefully sourced materials from Goodwill.
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