Thrifting

Tips and tricks on how to thrift for different items, plus reviews of thrift stores in Northern California, particularly thrift stores in the Bay Area and the Central Valley.

DIY brooch handbag: How to decorate your purse with vintage brooches and pin

Lately, I've been itching to craft again. A few years ago, I got really into painting and cross stitching, but…

3 weeks ago

The 3 most popular classic Christmas jewelry motifs

The delightfully sparkly and borderline gaudy holiday season is officially upon us. Whether they’re donning Renaissance-esque pleated silver skirts or…

4 weeks ago

A very, merry Thriftmas challenge: A pledge to not buy anything new this holiday season

I’ve long been a proponent of thrifting for Christmas gifts and decor, but I very, very desperately want to avoid…

1 month ago

A brief history of the vintage clip-on earring: Why are there so many clip-on earrings from the 1900s?

I’ve had pierced ears since my wee baby days, when my aunt marched into my parents' apartment armed with a…

2 months ago

Are jewelry jars worth it? Here are some alternatives to consider

For me, there are few things more exciting than a chance encounter with a jewelry jar or grab bag at…

2 months ago

The 6 best things to buy secondhand

Have you seen the price of ANYTHING these days? It’s a real doozy just trying to make ends meet in…

2 months ago

7 different types of common vintage brooch styles and how to wear them

On my vintage Etsy shop, I divide my brooch offerings into four main categories: flowers, animals, Christmas, and the obligatory…

2 months ago

The best vintage Christmas ornaments to keep on your holiday radar

As someone who more or less lives in thrift shops, I’m not quick to buy Christmas stuff new. I’m especially…

3 months ago

The best product for polishing your vintage silverware and silver jewelry—and no, this isn’t an ad

When it comes to the world of vintage metal, brass really is that girl. Still, as a vintage reseller, I…

3 months ago

A foray into the history of Limoges porcelain

The first time I laid eyes on a Limoges piece at a thrift store, I knew I was looking at…

4 months ago

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