The cold weather hasn't stopped me from doing a little thrifting though. Recently I've discovered a whole new world of thrifting madness - the internet.
Yes. I'm a bit late to the party. But now that I'm here, I'm having a great time.
Did you know that a lot of cities has a freebie site? Or at least in Chicago? I'm a recent addict of the Rockwell Free Box - a facebook group for folks in my neighborhood to advertise their free stuff. I procured my first freebie on Sunday - a curb alert. Got a bag full of frames after a group member announced there dumpster where abouts.
If you are in Chicago, there definitely is one in your neighborhood. If you live in Ravenswood Manor and Albany Park, join the Rockwell Free Box.
I've been on a few "thrift store" sites and they all so far have been awful. Let me clear - if I see a second hand dress for $50 - that is too much money. So I didn't have the highest of hopes for thredUP. I was surprised. I haven't bought anything yet - keeping an eye out though for a peach dress for my sister's wedding. But the prices are fair. Most items range from $10-20. And there is a return policy. I'm pretty happy with the site. You can sell your stuff too.
And finally, I have your plans for this Sunday. It'll be 34 degrees, the sun will be shining, and you have a closet full of stuff you don't want.
It's time to clean out my inventory, and I'll be doing just that this Sunday at the Pay What You Can Swap and Drop. It's just a clothing and stuff swap. I have 15 boxes of items for you to take. You can also drop off the stuff that you don't want.
There will also be snacks:
Clearance Christmas Candy
Why is it already out Valentines Candy
Holy Crap it's Cold! Cuts
This is a free event. But if you feel inclined to give away money, I will have a donation box. Proceeds will go to the four beneficiaries from last year.
4700 N Sacramento Ave
Bottom Buzzer
Chicago
That's all for now folks. Stay warm, and see you Sunday!
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