Finding Joy In Daily Holidays. Let's Celebrate National Thrift Shop Day! Celebrated Every August 17th.

  Let's Celebrate National Thrift Shop Day!

Celebrated Every August 17th.

August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day, a wonderful daily holiday celebrating the joy of thrift shopping and the positive impact it has on our communities. From consignment stores to resale shops, thrift stores not only offer great bargains but also support charitable causes and help those in need. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or new to the scene, National Thrift Shop Day is the perfect occasion to explore local shops, discover hidden treasures, and give back in a meaningful way.

A Few Thrift Shop Facts...

• A thrift shop is a store that sells used items such as clothing and household goods at a discount.
• In the late 19th and early 20th century the thrift shop became popular with one reason being the Great Depression.
• A few benefits of thrift shopping are saving money, stress reduction, finding unique items to match your personal style, and potential to find high quality brands at a lower price.
• The largest thrift store in the world is said to be Evergreen Goodwill store in Seattle, Washington.  It was opened in 1953 and contains 50,000 feet of retail space.

A Few Ways to Celebrate National Thrift Shop Day..

1. Lean how to thrift.
2. Go to a local thrift store and buy an outfit or something for your home.
3. Spend a day checking out area thrift stores.
4. Make a list of items you need and try to find them in thrift shops.
5. Check out online thrift shops like Thread Up, Postmark, eBay and Goodwill online.

How will I  Celebrate National Thrift Shop Day? I am going to spend a day checking out the thrift stores in my area and buy a new/used outfit.

Happy National Thrift Shop Day!

KathieyV