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Why I thrift shop

April 18, 2013

I remember going to estate sales with my mom and dad and finding really unique things at great prices. It was exciting. Thrifting became a treasure hunt at savers and goodwill and more fun than buying new at the mall. In the late 80s & 90’s  it was really easy to find great pieces of thrilted furniture to paint or strip and finish.

In the 80s and 90s, people might wonder why I thrift shop.

Perhaps it’s because I like finding vintage or unusual pieces that I might not be able to find anyplace else.

But the real joy might be in the fun little discoveries of hidden treasures.

Take for instance this pretty milk glass punch bowl set that I

found sitting all by itself today at Savers for $6.99.

Milk glass punch bowl

The set has 18 cups.

 Milkglass

 milk glass

 The base is a separate piece that you place the large bowl on. It can also be used as a separate serving dish.

I researched this Anchor Hocking vintage milk glass set and found one for sale on eBay for $32.99…

but with fewer cups. Shipping $18.75

punch bowl set

This pretty little set will work great for showers and ladies events and I got it for a steal! $6.99

Oh, I also found a few more milk glass vases for my collection.

Fun stuff! These were the good old days when you’d see maybe a handfull of people in the stores.

Additional ways to save at Savers:

Monday’s 20% off used items

Tuesday’s Senior’s get 25% off

In Store stamp card discounts

Join the Super Saver Club for more deals:  www.supersaversclub.com

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4 Comments Filed Under: Thrifting and Outlet shopping Tagged With: milk glass, Thrifting

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  1. Mindy says

    April 20, 2013 at 8:01 pm

    $6.99 ~ that is a bargain! My grandma used to have some milk glass that now my daughter has. I love that it is white and white never goes out of style : )

  2. bargain hoot says

    April 21, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    Mindy, my Grandma use to have some beautiful milk glass. I still remember the shelves she use to put the collection on.
    Your daughter is so fortunate to enjoy those meaningful pieces. You are so right….white never goes out of style 🙂 xo

  3. Jo says

    April 27, 2013 at 12:42 pm

    I collect milk glass and use it in all kinds of applications around the house. Have never seen punch bowl in milk glass before, beautiful!

  4. bargain hoot says

    April 27, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    Thanks Jo!! I was excited to find it!

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