It’s true!
I’m totally HOT.
And no, I’m not talking about my looks. Because A) I’d like to think I’m a little bit more humble than that and 2) I’m just not.
I’m talking about H.O.T. AKA: High on Thrifting!
Now, I’m not even sure if this technically counts as thrifting…I’m not up on the official rules and such. But, considering I get completely overwhelmed in Old Navy’s clearance section, I’m gonna go with this.
Baby steps, people…baby steps.
A couple of weeks ago it was super warm out for this time of year and it made me realize that with a baby due at the end of July, homegirl’s gonna need some shorts come summer time. Not to mention I also realized that I had absolutely no Summer clothes for Rylee and ended up making her a pair of cut off jean shorts with a too-short pair of jeans.
And being that I’m cheap and all, I put out a call for help on facebook asking if anyone knew of any local places I could buy second hand maternity clothes.
{This is one of the many reasons I love social media}
I was told about this sale that would be happening soon…a big consignment sale that happens twice a year with all sorts of baby/kid related things…clothes! high chairs! toys! blankets! movies and books! you name it, they likely had it! And yea, even maternity clothes!
I quickly shot a text message to my girl Lindsey to see if she’d like to join me on this adventure, because I know she loves to thrift. We set a date for Saturday…half price day! And she was bringing the Starbucks!
Ok, moral of my story…I seriously scored!
Rylee’s now set for summer clothes…capris, 3 pair of shorts and a couple of tank tops. And I also found some 5T stuff for the fall. That little blazer!? I mean COME.ON. How could I pass that up? Especially considering it was only $2.50!
That little polka-dot top on the bottom left? I snagged that for baby sister. She’s way more than set for clothes, but I just couldn’t resist.
And this isn’t even all of it! I found a pair of maternity capri-slacks and a pair of shorts for me. I also found a Wiggles DVD that we’ll give to Ry for her birthday.
All in all, I got I think 15 pieces for $29!!
I’m hooked, y’all.
Watch out…next I may try the whole mouth breathing technique and brave a Good Will!
I went on Thursday morning and scored some great stuff, too! I loved that sale and can't wait for the one in the fall (when I might actually need some baby clothes – we're pretty set for newborn/summer stuff). I LOVE thrifting – Goodwill, Value Village, St. Vincent's, you name it – I love it. :) I'm glad you found some maternity stuff, too! (I scored a maternity shirt for $1 and a pair of Gap maternity jeans for $4! Couldn't believe it!)
jealous of your adventure buddy and your finds. oh and i actually find you quite hot! :D
Omg you played it like a pro! I had no idea it was your first thrifting expedition! It was an honor to be a part of it <3 that was the BEST sale of all time! Next time we'll go someplace stinky :) ps lunch ?
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