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Thrifter’s Starter Kit: Beginners Guide to Thrifting
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items A simple guide to thrifting if you’re just starting out. I’ve pulled together my favorite tools and beginner tips to make secondhand shopping less overwhelming and a lot more fun. From finding hidden gems to cutting through the chaos, these are the t...
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Beginner Thrift Tips (Videos)
Tools Every Thrifter Needs
Beginner Thrift Tips (Videos)
These videos break down simple, beginner-friendly tips to help you spot quality pieces, avoid overwhelm, and shop secondhand with confidence.
Let’s make the thrift feel smaller and more manageable with these 3 tips.
3 tips to narrow down the chaos at the thrift store
This video shares why I always check the men’s section when thrifting. It’s one of the best spots to score quality basics, oversized sweaters, and timeless jackets.
Thrift tip for beginners: the men’s section.
In this video, I share 3 easy thrifting tips for beginners. The second one is my fav!
3 Thrift Tips for Beginners. The second one is my fav.
This video shares my go-to thrift tip for home decor: how to break up all the beige with vintage pieces, texture, and color so your space feels layered and lived-in.
Thrift tips: breaking up the beige.
This video shows how I use Rinse & Refresh in the laundry to remove stubborn thrift store odors and leave clothes smelling fresh.
Tools for thrift shopping: getting rid of the smell.
You can find high quality pieces with short, frequent trips. Here’s how to make every quick stop count.
Think you need 3 hours to thrift? Nope.
The thrift store can be overwhelming. Here’s how to stay focused!
Want to find the good stuff at the thrift store? 🛍 Here’s how I approach the thrift store chaos.
Don’t skip the tailor. Most ‘meh’ thrift finds just need a better fit.
Thrift tip for beginners: Don’t skip the tailor.
This is how I scan every piece in a section to spot hidden gems and quality finds others miss.
Learn my simple focus trick for thrifting!
This video shares my favorite beginner thrifting tip…using the Notes app to create a thrift wish list so you can stay focused and avoid feeling overwhelmed in the store.
The thrift store is chaos. Let’s talk about using your notes app.
The thrift can feel really big. Focusing on these 2 things will help make it more manageable.
2 Tips to Make the Thrift Feel Less Overwhelming
3 ways I find estate sales, and no, it’s not estatesales.net 😵💫
3 Ways to Find Estate Sales
If you are unsure how to start thrifting, this one’s for you!
3 Steps for New Thrifters! 🛍️
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You must not skip this step!
Thrift tip: check for damage!
Tools Every Thrifter Needs
From brightening up thrifted whites to making a belt fit just right, these are the tools and simple fixes that make secondhand finds even better. Easy, practical, and worth keeping on hand for every thrifter.
In this video, I show how I use a belt hole puncher to adjust thrifted belts for the perfect fit. A quick, inexpensive tool that can save and customize your secondhand finds.
Thrifters’ Toolbox: the belt hole puncher 🛠️
Learn my simple, bleach-free method for reviving secondhand white clothing and linens. In this video, I show how I use OxiClean to lift stains, remove yellowing, and bring thrifted whites back to life. Perfect for vintage finds, delicate fabrics, and...
Thrifters toolbox: how to brighten whites.
In this video, I show how I use fashion tape to fix wardrobe mishaps, keep clothes in place, and make thrifted finds fit just right.
Thrift tip for beginners: fashion tape.
The easiest way to clean brass!
How To Clean Brass
Here’s how I clean a vintage thrifted lamp!
How to clean a thrifted lamp 🧼🫧Final product at the end!
Wondering how to wash silk at home? 🫧 I’m showing how to hand wash a vintage silk nightgown. Perfect for keeping delicate fabrics in great condition.
How to Wash Thrifted Delicates
Don’t be afraid to dye a thrifted find if it isn’t in the perfect color!
How To Dye Your Thrifted Finds!
So easy and you probably already have what you need!
How To Remove Marker from Shoes
Super simple but thought it might be helpful to someone!
How to clean a thrifted dusty candle 🕯️