A very creative, interdisciplinary team of business and design students enrolled in a course at Stanford’s Design School (aka the D School) have developed a new App called “Thriftr” which helps thrifters enhance their hunt for treasures at local thrift stores. Their concept is about having more eyes in more places. The Thrifter App allows [...]
Hey everyone: If you’re looking for that danish modern table to complete your mid-century modern decor or a stunning necklace to wear to a party this Summer, or maybe an in-perfect-condition retro ’50′s table for your kitchen, there’s a new Vintage & Antiques Fair happening the third Sunday of each month in Daly City at [...]
By Guest Blogger, Lauren Spangler I’ve never thought of myself as much of a thrifter, but being the cousin of Thrifty Mimi, that thrifting gene is hard to ignore. For years now, Luckett’s Spring Market, held each year in Lucketts, Virginia has always caught my eye. Lucketts itself is a one stoplight kind of place [...]
There’s some good news for all you flea lovers out there – the Bay Area has a new flea market! The West End Flea Market is now at the College of Alameda. It held its Grand Opening on March 25th, 2012. The 230-space market will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will [...]
Let's save money {and the environment} together by reusing and recycling, while helping others and having some fun along the way. Happy Thrifting! Mimi
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