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How to Donate Clothes with Purpose

We have all had those bags, boxes, or items in our house or the back of our car, which we keep forgetting to donate. Eventually, they arrive, but what happens to the donated clothing or textiles after you drop them off can be alarming. According to Earth.com, approximately 92 tons of global textile waste are generated yearly, which is expected to double by 2030. The most important thing we can do…

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W. 26th St. in Chelsea is Thrift Row, the place to be for buying and selling vintage. There is a Goodwill right around the block. And on weekends, it’s close to the Chelsea Flea!

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How Thrift Shopping is Changing in 2025

According to the Thred Up 2024 Annual Report, two-fifths of the clothing items purchased were secondhand. The report also states that 55% of consumers say that if the economy doesn’t improve, they’ll spend more of their apparel budget on secondhand, and 60% say shopping for secondhand apparel gives them the most bang for their buck. I have seen this increase in the number of people shopping in…

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ToniOnThrifting was named an expert in a Redfin article. Check out the featured article:  Home Interior Design Trends for 2025: What’s In, What’s Out| ApartmentGuide | Rent

“Wall grilles will be trending in 2025, especially for DIY projects. Radiator covers and fireplace screens can all be made into wall grilles and vent covers, and they look elegant. If you are not into DIY, wall grilles are affordable and popping up on most popular décor sites. They make for an updated look above the bed, narrow walls, and air vents—be imaginative. You can update any room with…

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In the spirit of giving back, I would like to highlight Clothes to Kids Fairfield and how you can help!

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The Habitat NYC and Westchester Restore in Yonkers just celebrated its first anniversary, and they have much to celebrate.

After visiting the Habitat NYC and Westchester Restore in Yonkers, New York, I can see why. The store is jam-packed with furniture, appliances, building materials, kitchen cabinets, paint, home décor, and more. These are overstock and second-hand high-quality items donated to the Restore, all at 50 to 80% off original retail pricing. They have an additional store in Queens. The merchandise is…

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My trip to Fantastic Finds in Chappaqua and on my visit, I found something fantastic!

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The Church of St Barnabas in Irvington always reminds me why I am passionate about thrifting and why their sale is my all-time favorite.

The Church of St Barnabas in Irvington always reminds me why I am passionate about thrifting and why their sale is my all-time favorite.

I had the honor and privilege of attending the volunteers’ dinner, during which the grants from the proceeds of the 2023 sale were awarded. It was a lovely night, and I met the sales chairs and many volunteers who made this sale happen. It takes months for this sale to come together, and it is a well-oiled machine led by Linda Pierpont, Mary Mielke, and Cathy Hansen. The chairs are hands-on;…

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St. Patrick's Thrift Shop in Verplanck, New York - a popular stop on the Verplnck thrift crawl

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Here are some of my favorite quotes about thrift shopping that I love!

Here are some of my favorite quotes about thrift shopping that I love!

Happy New Year! I wanted to share with you some of my favorite quotes on thrift shopping! I hope that you enjoy them! Thrift shopping is all about going into the thrift shop and having no expectation of what you might find. Macklemore My mom passed on her obsession of all things antique or vintage. I love to go thrift store shopping or explore any sort of garage sale. Treasure hunting is a…

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Let It Shine Again (L.I.S.A.) Thrift Boutique in Verplanck. Great shopping with proceeds stocking The Pantry downstairs.

I have been to the Let It Shine Again Thrift Boutique at least three or four times and have left happy with some great finds each time. It is not a large boutique but packed with excellent women’s clothes, gorgeous jewelry and accessories, and beautiful household merchandise. The last trip yielded me a Banana Republic skirt and a beautiful Ann Taylor Loft sweater — a classic and elegant outfit. I…

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The Community Shop in Katonah - the shopping is excellent, and you are helping so many!

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The Outreach Clothing Sale at the Church of St. Barnabas- One of the most popular sales in Westchester!

The Outreach Clothing Sale at the Church of St. Barnabas- One of the most popular sales in Westchester!

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The Dos and Don'ts of Thrift Shop Donations

The Dos and Don'ts of Thrift Shop Donations

Knowing the dos and don’ts is essential if you plan to donate to a thrift shop. This will ensure that your donation is helpful and appreciated rather than discarded. Here are some guidelines to help you maximize your donation and benefit those in need. This is just a general guide meant to help you when making donations to thrift stores. You can best call the thrift store to check precisely what…

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The Back Door Thrift Shop - Bargains Galore!

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August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day!! Celebrate by shopping at one of your favorite thrift shops.

August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day. We all know that I think it should be a national holiday. I love my thrift shopping – both shopping and writing about it. When you shop The Ridgefield Thrift Shop, My Sister’s Place, St. Bart’s, The Back Door Thrift Shop Blog coming soon), Cauz For Pawz, New Canaan Thrift Shop, and countless others, you are supporting PHENOMENAL causes and helping change…

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The Briarcliff Congregational Church Rummage Sale on April 29th