Sunday, November 25, 2012

Shipping on eBay Tips & Tricks!

Hi everyone,
Check out my latest video for tips and tricks that will make shipping fast, easy, and less expensive than taking a trip to the post office.

Thrift savvy!

Sunday, November 18, 2012

DRESS FOR LESS!

This week I went shopping at Ross and got some super cute leopard print high heel shoes for only $6.99 and paired them with a pair of sheer lace side leggings for $4.99!
You really do dress for less when shopping at Ross ;)
Thrift savvy!


Sunday, August 12, 2012

Thrift Haul for Resell on eBay with Profit Totals Video!

Hi everyone! 
Check out my latest thrift haul video featuring items purchased from various thrift stores and sold for a profit on eBay.  In this video, I include the prices I bought the items for as well as the prices I then turned around and sold them for.  Take a look and see how much you can make my buying and reselling!
Enjoy and thrift savvy :)


Monday, August 6, 2012

Salvation Army 50 Cent Sale Thrift Haul for Resale on eBay!

Hi everyone!
So this week the Salvation Army had an additional tag sale on top of their 50% off store sale they have every Wednesday.  All pink tags were only 50 cents!  Check out my latest video to see what I found for resale on eBay for the price of just 2 quarters :)


Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Yard Sale & Thrift Store Haul for Resell on eBay + Bonus!

Hey guys! In my latest video, I share the various collectibles and unique items I found at yard sales and thrift stores for resell on eBay. I also discovered some of the items I was going to donate from my childhood are actually worth some major cash including a Spice Girls lunchbox! All of those are included as well so check it out :)



Thursday, July 26, 2012

Thrift Haul All Clothing Brand New With Tags!

Hi everyone!
Check out my latest thrift haul featuring all brand new items WITH TAGS! Always look for items with tags still attached because it gives eBay shoppers extra incentive to buy especially if they're looking to buy the item as a gift :)



Sunday, July 15, 2012

Salvation Army Summer Fashion Thrift Haul for Resale on eBay

Hi everyone! 
Check out my latest thrift haul video featuring some really cute summer fashions I purchased at the Salvation Army's weekly 50% Off Family Day Sale for resale on eBay as well as some I kept for my personal collection :)



Monday, July 9, 2012

Autographed Band Hoodie Thrifted for $0.99!

Everyone has a favorite band.  Mine is the celtic rock band Enter the Haggis so you can guess how ecstatic I was when my little sister found this hoodie signed by all members the band!  She uncovered it in one of the clothing bins at the Care & Share Thrift Outlet and bought it for only $0.99!!!  So check out those thrift shops because you never know what you can find :)

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Caught in the Act: Thrifting on Vacation!

Hey everyone,
Last week I was on vacation and was caught in the act!  I found a lot of great stands with clearance and marked down items and when I see a deal I take it no matter where I am.  Besides, who said souvenirs had to be expensive??


Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Professional Look, Thrifty Price!

Hi everyone!
I have been looking for a cute professional dress, and I think I found it. This white topped, black bottom dress by Trixie is cute, flattering, and the best part about it is that it only cost me $0.99 from the Care & Share Thrift Outlet :)



Monday, June 4, 2012

Thrifting for the Home

Hi everyone!
I wanted to share with you a home decor piece I thrifted this week.  My bathroom is ocean/beach themed and this mirror was a great addition.  It still had the original tag on it showing that it retailed for $32.99.  I thrifted it for only $4.99!  I absolutely love this mirror!  It is great quality and an even better deal :)


Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Thrifted Adam Lambert Concert Outfit!

Hi everyone!
This weekend I got to see Adam Lambert (TWICE!), and thrifting my concert outfit was one way that helped me to afford road tripping around to both concerts.  The clothing was purchased at 50% off at the Salvation Army's weekly half off sale, and the accessories were from Five Below.  The whole outfit including accessories cost under $20!
Myself and friend Ronnie in our thrifted concert outfits

Adam Lambert at the Freshtival in Washington D.C.


Monday, May 21, 2012

Thrifty Prom!

Hi everyone,
My little sister had her prom this past weekend and even though she purchased her gown new, she still found a way to be thrifty and gorgeous with her accessories.

Her peacock clutch bag was thrifted for $2.99 at the Via Thrift Store and looked fabulous with her dress.
Then she purchased her shoes new for $9.99 from Kmart, however, they were plain black flats, and being the amazing artist that she is she painted a beautiful feather design on each.



Monday, April 23, 2012

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Shoes, shoes, shoes!

Hi everyone,
Today I found these two pairs of shoes at the Salvation Army both at 50% off!  Together the two pairs only cost me a total of $8.50!!

The first is a pair of brand new Anne Michelle knee-high boots for only $7!


This second pair of shoes is by Justice and are really cute studded flats for only $1.50!
Shop Thrifty!

Monday, April 16, 2012

Cute Thrifted Peacock Inspired Outfit

Hi everyone!
Just thought I'd share my thrifted outfit that I wore today.
The top was a gift, the jeans from Ross, ankle boots thrifted and the cuff bracelet from eBay.
And it all cost me under $20!

Sunday, April 15, 2012

An Awesome Thrift Find!

Hi everyone!
I wanted to share my latest thrift find with you all.  These two tote bags from Victoria's Secret both were brand new with tags at the Salvation Army.  The black bag retails at $80 and the red bag with the bow for $60.  I was able to buy each bag for only $3.99!  $145 worth of Victoria's Secret tote bags for about $8!  Check out these super cute bags :)




Monday, March 5, 2012

Find A Dress For Less!

Hi everyone!
I wanted to share with you guys the amazing dress deals I have been able to get over the past couple of weeks.  If you haven't seen the video check it out :)


Below I have my top favorites with their brand names and purchased prices listed.

The first dress is a royal blue metallic tube mini dress from Forever 21


It cost me $0.99 from the Care & Share Thrift Outlet

































The next dress is a gorgeous formal/prom dress with intricate sequin/rhinestone detail around the halter top and top of the back.  This has to be one of my absolute favorite thrifting finds!


This beautiful piece only cost me $0.99 from the Care & Share Thrift Outlet!








































This beautiful black dress is Ann Taylor LOFT and cost me $0.99 from the Care & Share Thrift Outlet



































This dress by Charlotte Russe I also purchased at the Care & Share Thrift Outlet for $0.99 :)


































These next two dresses from Chicos were both brand new with tags.  I purchased them at a church rummage sale.  The tags have each retailing at $149.00 and I bought them both for only *drum roll*....$2!  That's right $300 worth of dresses for only $2!





Stay tuned for more great finds!  Thrift on! :)

Monday, February 27, 2012

Thrift Through College is now on TWITTER!

Hi everyone!
Thrift Through College is now on Twitter!  Please follow me and stay up to date on my latest tips for saving and making money while thrifting :)

https://twitter.com/#!/ThrftThruColleg

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Valentine's Day Outfit for under $20? Yes please!

Hi everyone,
I wanted to share with you all the thrifted outfit I was able to put together for this past Valentine's Day, and everything cost me under $20!  What do you think?


Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Two Piles of Clothes for $20! Another Thrift Haul Vid :D

Hi everyone!
I decided to give myself a $20 limit to go thrifting this week, and I was able to get 20 different clothing items with it!  Check out my latest thrift haul:

Monday, January 30, 2012

$1 Thrifting Haul Video

Hi everyone,
This is my latest thrift haul video.  Please check it out!  The best thing about this haul is that every clothing item featured cost me only a $1 each :)

Shop savvy!

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Another Cute Thrifted Outfit :)

Hi everyone,
Just thought I'd share with with you guys the outfit I wore today.  It is mostly thrifted and cost me under $30 including the clutch :)

Zio Pink Tank Top from Salvation Army - $1.99
BDG Beige Pull-over Cardigan from Care & Share Thrift Shoppes - $0.99
Almost Famous Skinny Jeans from Ross - $9.99
Gray Slouche Boots from 2nd Ave. Thrift Store - $7.99
Pink Cheetah Print Clutch from Ross - $7.99

Be savvy and shop thrifty :)

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Thrifted Valerie Tolosa Designer Dress for $4.99 :)

I have another great find to share with you guys!
This designer dress was discovered by my mom in a local thrift store.  She spotted it and decided to add it to her basket (after all it was only $4.99).  When she researched the designer's name, she realized that this dress was quite a find!
The Australian designer Valerie Tolosa has this dress listed on her website:

http://www.valerietolosa.com/summer08/



It is part of Valerie Tolosa's Summer '08 collection (first picture in the third row)
RRP $440!



Always keep your eyes open!  Treasures are everywhere :)

Friday, January 27, 2012

First Thrift Haul Video!

Hello everyone :)
I have just uploaded my first ever thrift hauling video.  It is a bit rushed due to the vast amount of clothing items I wanted to share with you guys, but hopefully you will still enjoy it.  This particular video features clothing items I have purchased to resell through my online eBay store.  I go to local thrift stores, find gently used, like new clothing, and resell it on my eBay store.  eBay is an awesome website that helps put some extra cash in your pocket, and in my case, helps me pay for school.  I will continue to post more thrift haul videos of all the great items I find in hopes that I can provide tips on what you guys can look for while thrifting that will earn you some cash!  The brand names and clothing styles featured will all be what is currently in demand and selling best online.  

If anyone is interested in checking out my eBay store, you can visit my website here:  http://myworld.ebay.com/thrift*through*college
Hope you guys enjoy the video!  Please feel free to leave me feedback and point out anything you think I can improve on or include in the video to make it better.  Thanks :)


 

Friday, January 20, 2012

Super Cute 100% Thrifted Outfit!

Hello everyone!  I decided to post up the outfit I wore today once I realized it was 100% thrifted!

The v-neck fox purple & pink top from Aeropostale purchased for $1.99 (Salvation Army)
Hot pink mini skirt from the Limited purchased for $0.99 (Care & Share Thrift Shoppes Outlet)
Grey Suede slouche boots Zen-68 purchased for $7.99 (Second Ave. Thrift Store)
Rainbox heart necklace purchased for $0.99 (Nazareth Park Flea Market)
Black simple tights purchased for $1.99 (Walmart)
Hot pink lipstick purchased in $20 holiday makeup kit (Walmart)
Awesome deals!  Thrift on! :)

Sunday, January 15, 2012

You Never Know What You're Going To Find!

I went thrifting this weekend and wanted to share my latest thrift store find with you guys.  This hand-beaded hand-carved wooden jaguar head was at my local thrift store.  The intricate beading design really caught my eye.  It was only $4 so I decided that it would be something cool to have in my apartment.  When I got home, I noticed a signature on the back from the artist that crafted the jaguar mask.  I decided to do some researching and found this website...

http://www.lafuente.com/Mexican-Art/Huichol-Bead-Art/Jaguar-Heads/983/


The jaguar mask I bought for $4 is worth $449!  Like I said you never know what you're going to find.  Always take notice of artist signatures on items and do your research!  It can really pay off :)

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Where did you get that shirt?

"Where did you get that?"

This has to be one of my favorite questions to be asked because the reaction I receive from others when I answer them is fantastic!  90% of the time my answer is "The thrift store."  People cannot believe the things that I find at thrift stores. It's crazy the amazing items you can find for dirt cheap!  Monday was my first day back to class and I have already been asked about my clothes.  I have a very eclectic wardrobe and rarely sport an outfit that is strictly made up of one name brand's clothing.  I decided to post a blog and some pictures showing my casual start of a new semester look.  I also posted where I bought the different items that made up my back to college outfit.

I absolutely LOVE white leopard print!  This gorgeous white leopard print glitter long sleeve top is from Forever 21.  I got the shirt for $3.99 at Via Thrift Store :)

I paired this top with a black spaghetti strap long tank top since the top is semi-sheer (don't ever want to show too much off!).  The tank top was $1.99 from The Deb shop in the mall.  The great thing about the black tank is that you can pair it up with many different outfits.  Same with the black leggings that are Say What brand name.  I bought these for $0.99 at Goodwill.  I find it really hard to bring myself to pay $8 for leggings...I just can't do it.

My black gray fur trim boots are from Ross and cost me $15.99, but they were worth it! :)
Lastly the white dangle earrings are Forever 21 and I purchased them for $0.99 on eBay.

As I said before, my wardrobe is VERY eclectic as well as the places in which I purchase them.  Please never limit yourself to a specific brand name or brand new items.  You can find the same exact top or bottoms at a thrift store, gently used for 90% off the original price.  This casual back to school outfit is almost 100% thrifted and super cute :)