Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Thrift Queens

Like most people who craft, repurpose, refinish, paint, recycle etc., I enjoy thrifting with friends.  Recently, Shari of  Swinging On A Star Creations and I headed out to Thrift King in Jeanette, Pa.  I first learned of Thrift King on a blog that I happened upon.   After reading the blog post, I needed to find out if we had one in our area.  Well, let’s just say that Shari and I went on a bit of a trip, with a few detours as true Thrift Queens always do.
So, after driving and stopping a few times, we finally arrived.  Unfortunately, Shari nor I are old enough to take advantage of the Senior Day savings!!!
There were aisles upon aisles of finds waiting to be discovered and they continually restock the shelves.  I was pleasantly surprised how clean and orderly the store was, and the staff was extremely helpful and pleasant.  Below are a couple of photos of the furniture section and check out areas...spotless!

Thrift King delivered on pricing for these two Thrift Queens as well.  Below are just a few of my finds that I am planning on refinishing and repurposing. 


 
Cost of a Day of Thrifting - $23.38
Thrifting with Shari - Priceless



21 comments:

  1. WOW!!!! what incredible finds!!!! here in Jersey finds like this are few and far between! ENJOY ENJOY ENJOY!!!!!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours...hugs...

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  2. nice finds! I'll have to put that on my list of field trips - thanks for sharing! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  3. I can tell from your blog that it was a "very exciting day" for you & Shari...Fabulous "finds"...I'm looking forward to seeing your finished works...Happy Thanksgiving to you & your family...

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  4. Nothing beats getting thrifty! I love this. I have a weekly linky party called Upcycled Awesome (and Everything Else) and I would love it if you would link this project. http://tinyurl.com/upcycled1

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  5. Ooo... I love thrifting too! I especially like those mirrors you found!

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  6. Great finds! Thrifting is one of my favorite hobbies!

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  7. Heather, our adventures our SO much fun ! I can't wait to see how those lamps turned out! I am working on something for those little Italian frames I found for what a $1.40!! Can't wait until our next adventure!

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  8. I love thrifting as well. I recently scored milk glass for a steal and I've bought a lot of beautiful books for cheap, cheap. Love it!

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  9. I love your thrifty finds! I can't wait to see how you re-purpose the girl and boy statues. I have both of those as well. So I am anxious to see how you use the ones you have.

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  10. Love all your great finds!! Can't wait to see with them! New follower via Show and Tell Friday!

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  11. Wow! You scored! I can't wait to see how you whip them into shape!

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  12. Your thrifty title caught my eye at The Picket Fence party. Fab finds!! Love it. I have been thrifting again too and having a ball. Noticed you are a cancer survivor also. WOO HOO! Me too. I'm following you know ;) Look forward to more posts.

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  13. So fun! Jeanette, huh? Hmmm...road trip! haha!
    You're back? How was you trip? Thinking of you and hoping you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  14. Wow! I've never seen a thrift store so clean! Normally, I go home and take a bath after being in one! ;). Nice treasure you latched onto!

    Thank you for linking this really "neat" post to Potpourri Friday!

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  15. I want a Thrift King in my town!!! Wow, y'all scored really well, and I bet you had fun, too :) I never met a thrift store I didn't like, but some are definitely better than others. Love the things you bought, love the price.

    Mary

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  16. I just found your blog and am your newest follower. You had one productive trip! Thanks for showing off your purchases and leaving me totally inspired!

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  17. Some incredible finds, I don't think I've found that many great find in one day or one place. What you gonna do with them? Thanks so much for sharing at Sunday's Best.

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  18. Awesome finds! My Salvation Army also restocks a lot. Sometimes I go through twice before I check out, to see if any treasures have snuck onto the shelves after I passed.....

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  19. I've never heard of that store. Really wishing we had one in Ohio. My small town only has 2 GW's and a church run (cheapest by far). You found some great stuff!

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  20. Drooling over your finds, especially the ornate frames - luv them! Thrifting is so much fun when you head out with friends!
    -Jill

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  21. Great finds! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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